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Chapter 37 – An Assist
Edward walked into Jason's room. Elizabeth had gone to make sure that Emily had eaten something.
"I heard they decided to keep you another day. Your grandmother is very worried about you."
Jason watched him sit down. "I'll be okay. It's not life threatening."
"Tell that to Lila." Edward said patting his hand.
"Is she keeping out of trouble?" Jason asked.
Edward smiled. "She's at the house with Spongelli."
Jason chuckled as Edward grinned. "I think you like him more than you let on old man."
Edward made a face. "He's kind of annoying like Dillon."
Jason smiled.
"I want you to know that we're working on getting you out. The perfect plan takes time."
Jason sighed. "Just be careful."
"Don't you worry about us. We know how to take care of ourselves. Where do you think you got your survival skills from? It certainly wasn't Alan." Edward said rolling his eyes.
Jason smirked.
Elizabeth walked into the room.
"Elizabeth, how are you?" Edward asked before giving her a hug.
"I'm okay. How's Lila?"
"She's as lovely as ever."
Liz smiled.
"Well, I need to go check on Emily. Take care my boy." He said squeezing Jason's arm.
"I will."
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Audrey got Cody settled onto the couch and then walked around the house inspecting it.
"How's it look?" Cody called out.
She walked back into the room. "Well, the house has seen better days but it could have been much worse."
"It will be good as new in a couple of weeks."
She sat down. "I don't even want to go down into the basement."
"Then don't. Jason is taking care of everything. You don't have to worry about it."
"Thank you Cody."
He smiled. "Want to watch a movie?"
Audrey smiled and grabbed the remote. "Sure, let's see what's on."
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Carly carefully pushed Sonny into Jason's room.
Jason smiled. "Sonny, it's good to see you."
"It's great to get out of that room. When I heard that they kept you for another day, I wanted to make sure that I came to see you."
"I'm okay. I got lucky."
Sonny nodded. "I heard that Ric is in jail."
Jason nodded. "Right where he belongs."
Elizabeth squeezed his hand.
"Have you been able to walk?" Jason asked.
"Not yet, but I'm doing strength exercises. I think they are going to let me go home in a few days if I agree to hire a nurse part time and take it easy."
"I know you'll be glad to get out of here."
Sonny was doing better than Jason had thought he would.
"I can't wait."
Liz could tell his breathing wasn't back to normal and figured him going home in a few days was just wishful thinking. Something she knew all too well from dealing with Jason.
Epiphany walked inside the room. "Okay Mr. Corinthos, it's time to get back."
Sonny rolled his eyes. "You think Diane could get a restraining order?"
Jason smiled. "You could try."
Epiphany shook her head and walked back out.
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The next day Jason was allowed to go home and Elizabeth fussed over him for several days and Jason let her; knowing that she needed to do it. Cooper was in a regular room and Cody was out of his sling. He stayed on another day longer than he had to at Audrey's because they both liked the company and then headed back to his apartment.
Jason walked up behind Elizabeth in the kitchen and wrapped his arms around her; nuzzling into her neck.
Liz chuckled. "I know what you are doing Jason Morgan."
He grinned. "What?"
"Don't even think about it. You are not ready."
Jason groaned. "There is nothing wrong with my….."
"Unusually large appendage?" She said raising her brow.
"I'm still not seeing what the problem is."
She turned around and looked up at him. "You do realize what happens when you have an orgasm, right?'
Jason looked at her quizzically. "I know it's been a while, but I think I do remember that."
"I can't imagine that would be a good thing for a stomach wound."
Jason frowned. "I don't think I'd be thinking about my stomach if you're sitting on top of me."
She rolled her eyes. "You think this isn't torture for me too? But I'm not going to risk your recovery. When you go to see the doctor in two days, we'll ask."
The timer went off and Elizabeth turned back around and took out the roast.
"Smells good." He said looking over her shoulder.
She placed it on the counter and turned back around and kissed him. "Go sit down and I'll bring you a plate."
Jason smiled and she watched him walk away. Since he had come home, he had been trying to get her into bed every chance he got and it took everything in her to turn him down. If Leo didn't agree that he could have sex when they saw him, she was not going to be a happy camper.
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Edward watched Vinny Scalero walk into his office with a guard. Everyone else had left for the day and it was just them.
"Mr. Quartermaine, my time is precious." He said taking a seat.
Edward nodded. "I certainly understand that."
"I have to admit, I'm here more out of curiosity than anything else."
Glancing between the boss and the guard, Edward cleared his throat and picked up the envelope that was laying in front him. "Can you ask your guard to stand outside? What I need to discuss with you has to stay in this room."
Vinny looked over at his guard. "Do as he says."
The large man nodded and then left, shutting the door behind him.
"My grandson wants out."
Vinny started to chuckle. "There is no out. Jason knew what he signed on for. Is he really sending his grandfather to do his bidding now? I know he was hurt but this is a little extreme."
"Jason doesn't need me to fight his battles. He doesn't even know this meeting is taking place."
Vinny shifted. "He can't leave. He knows too much and the Corinthos organization would crumble if he left right now. Sonny is still recovering."
"Suppose he agrees to wait until Sonny takes back the reigns?"
Vinny stood up. "Mr. Quartermaine, you are wasting my time."
Edward stood up and handed him the thick envelope. "I have a lot on you Mr. Scalero; dates, times, accounts, you name it. It's all there."
Vinny stared at him with disbelief, for a moment, and then sat back down and opened the envelope. There were surveillance photos, ledgers, graves, it was enough evidence there to put him in jail for several lifetimes. "This is outrageous. You have no idea who you are fucking with." He growled.
"You are the one who is outrageous. I'm just doing what needs to be done. And by the way, if anything should happen to me, this information will not only be sent to the F.B.I, but it will go to news outlets, and be released on the internet. Should you agree to my terms, it will never see the light of day."
Vinny tried to reign in his anger. "If you think that I'm going to take this lying down old man, you're crazy."
Edward smiled. "I'm not crazy, I'm just that good. My family means everything to me Mr. Scalero. I would do anything to get my grandson away from the likes of you. When it comes to a vote, you will support him leaving. If you don't, then you'll be wearing an orange jump suit instead of the Italian brand you're wearing. Do I make myself clear?" He said pounding his fist on the desk for effect.
Vinny was tempted to shoot him between the eyes. But, he wasn't a stupid man. He knew that Edward had him; not mention that he didn't want to be on the other end of one of Jason's barrels. He would do what he had to do in order to avoid a prison sentence. Standing up, he shook his head. "Fine, I'll vote yes. But, you better call off whoever you have looking into my business. You made your point and I agree to do what you asked, so it ends right now."
Edwards nodded. "I agree."
Vinny walked towards the door and then turned back towards Edward. "I would suggest that you have a guard with you when you tell Dominic. He has a really bad temper and he'll shoot before he thinks; especially when he's cornered." He said before walking out.
Edward's hand was shaking and he took a shaky breath. Spinelli's voice suddenly permeated the room. "Disgruntled one."
"Dear God Spunghouli, you scared the crap out of me."
"Sorry."
Edward took a bottle of scotch out of his bottom drawer and poured himself a glass and then downed it. That was the craziest thing he's ever done.