A/N – Thanks for the comments! * arcoiris0502 – There won't be a lot with Danny but yes, will get updates and eventually, Jason will see him. * Scoobycool9 and LuckycoolHawk9 – I haven't mentioned Steven because he is still in jail, but I haven't forgotten him. That's all I can say right now lol. Thanks!

Chapter 37

Jason and Elizabeth left the hospital, stopping to do some food shopping before heading home. Milo was shadowing them to make sure no one bothered them.

They settled on the couch. "I spoke to Kevin a little bit."

"How did that go?" Liz asked.

"Fine. He pointed out a few things that I've been kind of running from."

"Like what?"

"Being a Cassadine and I've been too distracted to really think about losing Danny."

Liz climbed on his lap. "I can't imagine how badly that must have hurt. It would be like finding out Aidan isn't mine and then he was gone. I think it would kill me."

"I guess I just pushed it out of my mind. There's not a lot I can do about it. I keep telling myself that maybe it's for the best. I loved him and tried to keep him safe. Franco is a psycho, but maybe Danny will help him get his act together. I know that he'll fight for him. Sam was a little lost the last few years, but she loves her son and now that she has her priorities straight, she'll be a good mom again and make sure that Franco treats him right."

"I hope she did learn her lesson with Lucky. She was fine before that."

"Maybe I would have a different reaction if I hadn't gained three sons." They were actually keeping him sane and giving him something to focus on.

She kissed him on the cheek. "Cam is warming up to you and Aidan thinks you rock."

Jason slightly smiled.

"Jake loves you already. They can't replace Danny, but it helps that you're not all alone."

"It does."

"It's okay to feel sad. I'll always listen. You know that right?"

He rubbed her back. "Yeah. I appreciate that."

"You don't have a lot of close friends anymore, not who you would feel comfortable letting your emotions out with, so I'd like to be that person for you if you'll let me."

Jason closed his eyes. "I like that you are my person and I definitely want to be yours. I miss the days that we could just talk about anything."

She smiled. "Back when we were younger, I loved our talks. You'd listen to me ramble on and on and never complained. I know you won't take it to those lengths, but I don't want you to keep things bottled up anymore. We're partners and we're there for each other." She pulled back. "Can you live with that?"

"Yeah."

"Good. It won't always be an easy conversation, but when you let feelings fester it can destroy the relationship and I want to grow old with you Jason."

"Me too."

They kissed reverently at first, then it quickly grew passionate.

"I don't know if I can wait until my arm is fully healed to have you."

She licked her lips. "We are all alone."

His eyes flickered with amusement. "Are you giving me the green light? Because I can be up those stairs in two seconds flat."

She blushed. He was still so handsome and every time she kissed him, she wanted more.

"I promise I won't move my arm."

Liz chuckled. "You don't think you can wait another week?"

He shook his head making sure he looked pathetic which just made her grin.

"Let's go upstairs then."

"Really?"

She nodded as she stood and held out her hand. "It's been so long. I have to admit that I'm a little nervous."

"Well, I can't make love to you the way I want, but I can still make you feel really good."

They went up to the bedroom and Liz made him sit. He watched as she stripped in front of him.

"Beautiful."

"I've been doing yoga," she muttered nervously.

She blushed as his gaze lustfully raked over her body. Still clad in her underwear and bra, she carefully removed his sling and got his shirt off. They kissed as she unbuckled his belt. His chest was still amazing. He had little love handles now, but he still looked really hot.

"I haven't been working out like I used to."

"You look delicious to me."

He smirked. "Good to know."

She took his boots and socks off. "Stand."

She worked his pants and underwear off and when she licked her lips as she stared at his semi-erection and, he almost groaned.

"You look like you need a little help with that."

She dropped to her knees and slowly took him into her mouth. Jason gasped and then moaned her name as she quickly made him rock hard.

"Are you ready for me Elizabeth?"

She looked up at him, her eyes blazing with want. "Always." She stood and they kissed torridly. Jason undid her bra and then squeezed her breasts as their tongues dueled. His heart was pounding in his chest as he anticipated their union. Everything about her was beautiful, and he really wished he could use his other arm so he could ravage her body and pound into her, but that would have to be saved for another day. He wrenched his mouth from hers and then pulled her closer so he could latch onto her nipples. When he began to feast on her, Elizabeth cried out. She was unbelievably wet and her body shuddered as he worked her up into a frenzy. She reached down and pumped him as he continued to nipple, forcing a long moan from his lips. His hand slipped into her underwear and stroked her clit, making her cry out. Finally, after a few minutes, he felt like he was going to explode.

"Enough," he growled.

Her hand stilled as he panted against her breast. "It's been so long, I just can't hold it."

"Then don't."

He looked up at her. "How are we going to do this?"

"Lay up against the pillows and I will do all the work."

"Okay."

He got into position and she removed her underwear. Watching her crawl up his body and straddle him, almost did him in again.

"I want you with every fiber of my being," she said softly.

"Then take me."

She grabbed his erection and lined it up as they held each other's gaze. When she started to slide down his thickness, they both moaned at the sensation. He finally filled her to the hilt, making her pause as they both savored how good it felt.

"Make us come, Elizabeth."

Slowly she started to lift up, almost letting him leave her body before slamming back down. She began to make exquisite noises as Jason used his good hand to fondle her breasts. When she started to go faster, he knew there was no way in hell he would last long.

"Elizabeth…"

"I need to come." She leaned forward and bounced as fast she could.

Jason reached in between them and started to rub her clit and she screamed her approval. She rode him for a few more minutes before her world shattered, taking him right along with her. They both cried out, their names reverberating in the air as their bodies shuddered and vibrated. Finally, she collapsed onto his chest as Jason twitched inside of her.

After several long minutes, he finally spoke. "I missed you so much. Never leave me again."

"Never," she whispered against his chest.

They laid there completely satisfied, until Jason came to life again, this time, he made her go take a shower with him and bend over so he could take her from behind. He pounded into her until they both came hard again. She turned and looked up at him. "We didn't use birth control."

"Do I look like I care?"

She chuckled at his sauciness. "No."

Nothing would please him more than to have one more child with her.

"You better hope to God that it's a girl this time."

"Patrick said you knew some ways to help that happen."

She smiled. "He would. We'll work on that."

He kissed her wantonly. "I love you so much baby."

"I love you too. Now, let's get washed up so you can rest."

He kissed her one more time before letting her help him and then they slept really peacefully, knowing that this time their love was going to thrive.

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The next morning, they went to the hospital and went over a few things with Patrick before taking Jake home. He was so happy. It was hard to rest there, but he was doing better and the seizures had stopped. When they stepped inside the penthouse, Monica, Tracy, Abbie, Zoe, John, Cam, Emma, Aidan, Epiphany, Maya, and Vicky yelled, "Surprise!"

He grinned. "Thank you! I'm glad to be home."

Liz made him sit on the couch and she fussed over him for a bit. Monica got him some water and Maya made sure he was warm enough.

"He looks lighter," Vicky said quietly.

Jason nodded. "I agree. It will be awhile before we know how the surgery will change him, but I think he's off to a great start."

"It must feel really good to have them living with you."

He smiled. "You have no idea. How are things going with Tristan?"

"I have a date with him tomorrow night."

"Good. He's a nice guy." Jason had already checked him out when he made the date with Liz.

"I hope so. I'm done with dipshits."

Jason chuckled. "It's about time."

She shook her head. "When do you get to lose the sling?"

"Tomorrow morning, I'm a free man." Patrick had given him the green light at the hospital. He was healing nicely, but he still wasn't allowed to lift anything with it.

Liz looked over at him and smiled.

"I take it things are going well with Elizabeth?"

"Very well."

"I'm really happy for you. You deserve it."

Aidan walked over to Jason. "Can you take me on your bike this weekend?"

"Sure."

Aidan grinned. "Awesome. Have you ever been on a motorcycle Vicky?"

"Once, but he really sucked, so I won't let that tarnish it."

"I'm going to miss you at our house," Maya said.

"I know. I had a blast. Thank you so much for having us for so long," Liz said giving her a hug.

"I didn't mind at all. Usually, it's just the three of us. Kyle comes back from camp this weekend, so I know that he'll be sad that Aidan is gone."

"You can drop him off here any time. I'm sure Aidan won't mind and Kyle is a great kid. You ever think about having another one?"

Maya thought for a moment. "I don't know. There would be such a huge age gap and we're so busy as it is that I just can't see having another one."

"I know what you're saying. Aidan is older and it is daunting to think about starting over, but part of me would love a little girl with Jason. We didn't get to experience Jake together."

"True."

Cam walked up to his mom and hugged her. "I think you just made Aidan really happy."

"Moving here?"

"Yeah. He needs some stability."

"I haven't talked to Jake about what he wants to do yet, but I will. When are you going back to New York?"

"My new job starts in a few weeks. I had planned to leave by now, but I just want to be around Jake. Emma's job starts in the middle of August."

"I want you to be happy Cam. I know you love living there. We'll visit or you can come wherever we are. We can always face chat too."

He smiled. "Okay. I'll leave the beginning of next week so we can settle in before works starts."

"I'm going to miss you."

He kissed her on the head. "I'll miss you guys too."

Tracy walked up to them.

"Nice article," Cam said.

Tracy was proud of herself. "It shut Maxie right up. I hear she's been laying low."

"Good, then I don't have to hear her mouth," Liz said.

There was a knock on the door and Cam opened it. "Avery?"

She slightly smiled. "Hi, I heard about the shindig and I know Jason must be missing Danny and I just wanted to drop something off."

He could see Carly near the elevators.

"I'm not going to stay long. I just wanted to give this to him."

"Come in."

Jason saw her and walked across the room. "Hello Avery."

She smiled and gave him a hug.

"How are you doing?"

She shrugged. "I miss him."

"Me too."

"I think it's great you got Jake back and I wanted to do something nice. I know I don't know him, but I do know all about him."

"That's very nice of you."

"I made my dad make me lasagna. He has no idea that I was bringing it over here."

Jason smirked. Sonny could cook, so he wouldn't turn it down. Cam took the bag from her.

"I'll put it in the fridge."

"Did you come by yourself?"

"No, mom is at the elevators."

Jason's eyebrow rose. "And she didn't ask to come in?"

"Nope."

He was surprised. "Come here." She took his hand and he led her over to the couch. "Jake, this is Avery. She was close with Danny."

Avery smiled. "Welcome back."

"Thank you Avery. It's nice meeting you."

"I brought you some homemade lasagna. I hope you like it."

"I appreciate that. Are you staying?"

She shook her head. "No, my step-mom is waiting outside."

Jake wasn't sure what to say. He knew who she was and was surprised to see her.

"Well, I guess I better go. I hope you feel better."

"Thank you."

Jason walked her to the door. "Are you sure your mom didn't put you up to this?"

Avery chuckled. "She said you would think that. No. I just—losing Danny was hard for me and I know it was even harder for you."

Jason hugged her again, knowing she needed it. "It is hard, but I have to believe he'll be okay. If you get too sad, will you promise that you'll talk to someone?"

She nodded. "Believe it or not, Joss has been taking the time to talk to me. It has helped a lot. I think I just needed to see that you're okay."

"I'll be fine. It will take some time to get used to the fact that he isn't around anymore though."

"Yeah."

He kissed her on the top of the head. "Be good."

"I will."

She left and his eyes locked with Carly's and he nodded before shutting the door.

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Vicky, Tracy, and Monica had left.

Emma walked over to Jason. "I hear you get out of the sling tomorrow."

Jason smiled. "I'm very happy about that. How is your hip."

"Good. It barely hurts anymore."

"And the nightmares?"

"Almost gone."

He hugged her. "I'm glad you're okay Emma."

"I feel the same way about you."

Cam walked over to them. "We're going to take off." He gave Jason a quick hug. "Make sure you're getting some rest."

"I will. Maybe you can stay over one night. We would love to have you."

"Okay. I can make that work in a couple of days."

"Good. It will make your mom really happy."

They said their goodbyes and Aidan sat down next to Jake. Abbie was on his other side.

"You look tired."

"I'm doing okay. It feels really good to not be in bed, but I'll let you know when I'm ready to go upstairs."

Something was on Jake's mind, and he decided he was going to bite the bullet and ask.