First off, my apologies on not updating on Tuesday. We had Xmas on my mom's side of the family. Then yesterday (Fri) I had to work 11 hours and I was super exhausted when I got home. Here is the next chapter. Monica in this chapter isn't your typical mother and you'll see why. I wanted to thank you to those who were kind in reviewing. I appreciate it. Enjoy this next chapter.
Title: Bring Me to Life
Summary: What started as a good relationship turns ugly when Lucky discovers a secret that Elizabeth has never told anyone and uses that to keep her away from Jason. Lucky turns more violent when he blackmails her to stay in the relationship. Will Jason uncover the secret in time and rescue the woman he loves from her tormentor before it's too late? AH. Rated 'M' for violence/sex/language.
Chapter 65
***Outside Kelly's***
(Jason was shocked beyond belief that he bumped into his mother. He hadn't really seen her in the longest time. Sure, they lived in the same town so they were bound to see each other. If Jason were honest with himself, he didn't go out of his way to see her. There was too much bad blood there. Jason loved his mother no matter what. He just didn't appreciate the fact that she didn't support his choices in life)
(He has worked for Sonny for as long as he can remember. He enjoyed it and he got a rush from doing it. Monica never thought Sonny was good enough. She also didn't like that, in the business, people were killed. Jason and Sonny tried to explain that they only hurt others who inflicted pain on them. Monica didn't give a shit. It was still murder. The two men gave up on defending themselves)
(Elizabeth wasn't really close to Monica aside from the small chat when Audrey was involved. Elizabeth had been patiently waiting for the time to come to have a reason to give the 'perfect' Chief of Staff her two cents. Elizabeth had a feeling she was about to have her chance)
(Elizabeth glanced between the mother and son. She debated whether to speak, but held her tongue for the moment. Monica made the first move)
Monica: "Jason."
Jason: "Monica."
Monica: "You used to call me 'Mom."
(Jason fidgets nervously before speaking)
Jason: "Yeah, well, that was before…you actually acted like my mother." (scoffs) "But that's been years."
(Monica briefly looks around before facing Jason again)
Monica: (sighs) "You will always be my son, Jason. I'm sorry that I haven't been a very good mother to you lately."
Jason: (raises his eyebrows) "You mean since I started working for Sonny?"
Monica: (sighs deeply) "Oh, Jason. You could have done so much more with your life had you chosen a different career path. You still could, you know? It's not too late. You're young."
Jason: "But, then I wouldn't be happy. Working for Sonny, my job, it gives me pleasure. For the record, Sonny's never pressured me to work for him. I chose that on my own."
(Monica raises her hands to her sides in frustration)
Monica: "For Christ's sake, Jason! You kill people for a living! You take people's lives! Why in the hell would I support you on that?!"
Jason: (raises his voice) "Because I'm your son! Even though you don't like my choices, I thought you'd at least respect them!"
Monica: (scoffs incredulously) "I will never respect your choices to kill people like Saint Corinthos does! Forget it!"
Jason: (angrily nods) "And you wonder why I don't talk to you much!"
Monica: "I will always love you, Jason. But I will NEVER support your choices where Corinthos is concerned."
Jason: "What does Dad think?"
Monica: "He doesn't talk much about it. He's neutral. He won't take sides."
Jason: "At least he's willing to go listen to reason…unlike you."
(Monica shakes her head in disbelief as she walks in a circle)
Monica: "I swear, the hospital must have switched you with my real son at birth. He would never have chosen the mob as a job."
(Jason tries not to show his hurt state at her harmful words. Before Jason can respond, Elizabeth speaks. She had enough! Someone needed to get Monica off her high horse)
Liz: (points at Monica & shouts) "You bitch! How dare you speak to your son like that! He may not be perfect to you, but he sure as hell is perfect to me! He protects those he loves with his life! Ask anyone who knows Jason! If he has any faults he loves too much without expecting anything in return! But NO! You don't give a shit about anyone but yourself! No wonder Jason doesn't go the extra mile for you! I wouldn't, either! If you want to know why your own son doesn't try talking to you more, look in the damn mirror! I guess we can't be as perfect as Saint Monica, now can we?!"
(Monica is shocked at the way the young woman just spoke to her. No one has ever said anything like that to her before. Wow! Monica scoffs incredulously before speaking)
Monica: "How dare you! You little bitch! Do you have any idea who you're speaking to?! No wonder Jeff Webber practically disowned you! You're just as horrible as he used to say you were!"
(Elizabeth can't take anymore of Monica's holier than thou attitude! Without thinking, Elizabeth slaps Monica across the face and screams)
Liz: "GO TO HELL!"
(Monica holds her hurt face before attempting to get payback. Jason grabs Monica's hand in time before she can slap Elizabeth. He stares at Monica straight in the eyes with a dark tone)
Jason: "If you think you're going to hurt the woman I love, forget it. I don't give a shit that you're my mother. I better not hear of you hurting her or getting revenge. Then you really will regret being related to me. As of right now, consider us not related. I don't know you and I don't want to know you. Now, get the hell out of my sight, you fucking bitch."
Monica: (laughs incredulously) "You will regret saying that to me."
Jason: (shakes his head) "After what you said to the woman I love, not a chance. I'm done with you."
(Monica scoffs in disbelief as she walks away. Jason and Elizabeth face each other in sadness)
Jason: "I'm sorry for what she said to you."
Liz: (shakes her head) "I'm not worried. I haven't heard any worse from my own father years ago. I haven't spoken to him in years and I plan on keeping it that way. He thinks I'm a disappointment and I think he's an asshole. As for your mother, I couldn't care less." (smiles) "Thanks for defending me when I slapped her. She just pissed me off."
Jason: (serious tone) "No one will ever be able to hurt you, not as long as I'm around."
(Elizabeth tenderly touches his cheek with her hand and smiles)
Liz: "We'll protect each other."
(They kiss each other on the lips before going through a little stroll around the park)
***Hours Later***
(Sonny decided to have a fun night at his place. He invited everyone….Johnny and Abby, Emily and Dante, Jason and Elizabeth, Kate, Spinelli, and all of the guards. Sonny asked Audrey, but she had to work at GH. First, they decided on charades. The teams were Sonny, Kate, Jason, Elizabeth, Dante, and Emily against Johnny, Abby, Francis, Milo, Max, and Spinelli. Everyone couldn't help but laugh at Spinelli's excitedness during the game. They were so glad he was having fun)
(The next game was apples to apples. The men knew they'd be horrible at it as the ladies had more experience. The ladies couldn't help but smirk as they kicked the men's asses)
Emily: (giggles) "I gotta tell you, babe. I thought you'd be a little better at this."
Dante: (groans) "I can't believe I suck at this game. I honestly didn't think it was possible."
Jason: (rolls his eyes) "We're good at our jobs and other games. However, when it comes to this game, we couldn't save our life with it."
Sonny: "Ha! Even Spinelli isn't doing good and he's a computer hacker! How sad is that?"
Spinelli: (sighs sadly) "I'm sorry, Godfather. I can do many things. Unfortunately, I'm no match for this game."
Liz: (smiles) "That's okay, Spinelli. We're all having fun." (smirks) "Even if we are kicking your ass at it."
Jason: (raises his eyebrows) "Funny, Webber."
(They peck each other on the lips, causing Emily to speak up)
Emily: "Hey! No kissing the enemy!"
(They all laugh in response. Sonny asks if everyone is hungry. When the majority of the gang says yes, Sonny smiles. He loved making his famous dishes for others. When he asked for suggestions, he was told to make it a surprise. He decided on Tuna Hotdish. He added peas, corn, and some green beans to make it more filling. When supper was done, everyone was happy to dig in. All of Sonny's guests gave their thanks at the wonderful meal in front of them. Sonny was very glad everyone enjoyed the dish)
***Hours Later***
(Aside from Kate, everyone had gone home for the night. Kate and Sonny decided to have a movie night. Sonny asked Kate to stay the night with him and she happily accepted. As for Dante and Emily, they decided to watch their favorite shows off their DVR. Johnny helped Abby move more of her things to his apartment. The guards decided to have a few beers in Sonny's family room and have good conversation)
(Jason and Elizabeth are at their penthouse. After taking off their coats, he smiles at his love and takes her in his arms. It felt so good to hold her. She chuckles softly as she speaks)
Liz: "Have I ever told you I love being in your arms?"
Jason: (chuckles) "I'm glad. This is one of the things I treasure…us like this."
Liz: "Have I told you how much I love you? You're my rock, my soulmate, my everything. I can't imagine life without you in it, Jay."
(Jay looks her in the eyes and smiles tenderly)
Jason: "I love you more each day, if that is even possible. You're my angel, a gift from God, someone I'll cherish forever."
Liz: "I can't wait until we are officially husband and wife."
Jason: "I'm with you every step of the way on the planning."
Liz: (laughs) "I never would've pictured that from you."
Jason: "With you, baby, everything is always an adventure."
Liz: (nods) "Same here." (smiles) "Ready to start planning?"
Jason: "Whenever you are."
Chapter 65 Done
A/N: I know this chapter isn't very long. To be honest, I used all of my ideas for this story already, so some of these chapters are really filler ones so Liason get their HEA. The way my outline was supposed to go, the story would've been done a while ago, but I thought of more ideas on it. I didn't want the same ending as 'Because of You' so that's why I changed the ending. I hope I have done this story justice so far. I know this chapter probably didn't end the way you would've liked. I felt the story is ready to end. Next chapter is the Epilogue and will take place 2 years into the future. Thank you for the feedback you have given on this story so far. Please enjoy the final chapter and kindly review if you have a minute. Thanks. The epilogue will either be posted on Tuesday the 31st or probably Wednesday the 1st. So far, I have Tues/Wed off from work due to New Years. You know I'll update when I can. Take care.