Capturing The Dream
Chapter 13
(Lorenzo's Apartment) "Where are you going now," Lorenzo asked as Danielle got out of bed putting on his shirt while running her hands through her now wild hair.
Danielle leaned down kissing Lorenzo softly on the lips, "I'm not trying to escape, I promise. I just remember an appointment I had later this afternoon and I was going to see if I could change it for tomorrow."
"Oh ok then, I guess I can let you do that," Lorenzo said as he smiled and stretched lazily across the bed.
"You will let me, how nice of you. I didn't realize I needed your permission?" Danielle said as she turned and mockingly put her hands on her hips trying to act annoyed.
"I'm just kidding, but only half way. I don't want you trying to run out of my life again," Lorenzo expressed with sadness in his eyes.
Danielle sat back down on the side of the bed taking his hand in hers, "I won't Lorenzo, I'm sorry I just got scared. No man has ever brought out of me such intense emotions as you have, running just seemed to be the safest way for both of us."
"Safe how," Lorenzo asked as he pulled her hand to his lips kissing it softly.
"Safe by not putting ourselves out there and getting hurt. I have seen you hurt when Sophie died and then again when you were talking with Carly. I don't want to be one of those women who put that hurt in your eyes. So if I left before anything happened, it would be safe; we would just be friends and I wouldn't be the cause of any negative emotions. Silly I know."
"No it's not silly, but your right I was hurt before. I'm sure you have felt it before too, no one likes to be hurt but it's a part of life. We can either grow from each experience or allow it to jade us. After Sophie I turned myself off to love and the concept of ever finding it again. When I met Carly she opened me up to my feelings again, I don't think I really loved her. I did care for her and wanted to protect her from the way her husband controlled her; but I put myself out there again and was disappointed because she returned it briefly and then went back to her husband. This time it was different I didn't shut myself off, I still felt hope that I could have love in my life again. Then you showed up, of all people you were here and in my reach again. It was like I had a second opportunity to have what I lost years ago. I didn't mean to rush you and I know it has been a lot to take in; but I just had to let you know how much I want you in my life. It's ok to be scared Danielle, any new relationship is scary; but it's also energizing. I want you to know that you can trust me and I would never do anything to hurt you."
"That's easy to say Lorenzo, I know you would never hurt me on purpose or I you; but it happens sometimes without meaning to. I care for you to much to be the cause of that."
"Danielle it's a risk everyone has to take, we can make this work. Let's just take one day at a time and I promise you will see how right we can be together."
Lorenzo sits up in the bed and places both hands on Danielle's face looking deep into her eyes trying to convince her to stay with him, "Please stay Danielle, and let's not miss out on what we could have together."
Danielle couldn't tear her eyes away from Lorenzo's intent eyes, longing and begging her. "I'll stay Lorenzo, but you have to promise me something."
"What?"
"That if any time your feelings change for me, that you will tell me. I never want you to feel that I'm an obligation to you."
"You could never be that, I love you Danielle."
"Maybe it's just because of my past, parents are suppose to love their children too but my parents chose to give me up and never try to find me once I was an adult. So I guess I just don't want to be a burden to you, I obviously was to my parents that's why they sent me to the orphanage for the Sisters to raise me."
"I didn't realize that you were never adopted," Lorenzo said with sadness in his voice.
"No, Sister Margaret said that I was to be raised by them and was provided for with plenty of funds. It's funny though; my parents obviously had money why would they not want me. I mean even if they didn't want me or want to love me why didn't they let another family do so. They were so selfish they didn't want me but didn't want anyone else to either."
"I'm sorry Danielle, I didn't realize. Sophie told me some about you being so close to the Sisters, but she thought the rest was private and only you should share it. Is there anything I can do to help, I mean do you want to try and find them."
"I tried once, I never was able to turn up anything. I used to think it was so important for me to have some kind of closure in my life. Feeling like I was never good enough to love, I guess that's a big part of why I'm scared what if you realize that I'm not good enough for you."
Lorenzo pulled her to him hugging her tightly, "Danielle don't ever think that, you are really to good for me. You have pulled yourself up in this life; a doctor, working with the missions, sacrificing you life for children who have no one, a true friend and someone filled with so much love. I'm sorry about your parents, but they were obviously not good enough for you. You are such a good and kind person Danielle, everyone you come in contact with you touch his or her life in a special way. Don't ever doubt how wonderful you are, and if you do I promise to remind you."
"Thank you, I didn't mean to get on a pity trip. I just wanted you to know were my fear comes from, that it's real and it's a daily battle with me sometimes. I'm real good at hiding my feelings I have gotten it down pat, but it's harder to hide from you. I don't won't to hide who I am Lorenzo, you say you love me I just want to make sure you know who I really am."
"I do know who you really are and I want to continue to get to know you. I am thankful that you can share your feelings with me, that you feel safe enough to do that. It means a lot that you trust me."
"I'm giving you my heart Lorenzo, this is a big step for me but it's the most trust I can give you. Please don't break it ok," Danielle kissed his lips as tears rolled down her cheeks. Never had she been so honest and open with anyone. Lorenzo was already becoming so much to her and it overwhelmed her how quickly he stole her heart.
Lorenzo responded to her kiss and pulled her tighter to his, finally he pulled away from her looking her straight in the eyes. "I'll take good care of it I promise, I would sooner die than to hurt you." Again Lorenzo took her lips with his; they both had finally after all these years found the one person who they could be real with.
Danielle wiped her eyes with her hands, Lorenzo got out of bed and pulled her up with him, "Ok if we don't get up now I don't think we will ever get out of bed today. You can go make your call, I'm going to take a shower then how about I take you and Sage out for dinner."
"That sounds like a good idea, let me see if I can change the appointment. I also want to call Dr. Quartermine and find out about the progress of the baby."
"Ok, I'll be out of the shower in a minute, then it's your turn."
"As long as you are completely out of the bedroom, I don't want to miss dinner again tonight," Danielle expressed with her hands on her hips. Lorenzo walked over and gave her a sweet smack on the lips before heading to the shower. "No problem, it's important you keep your strength up," Lorenzo said with a laugh.
(Sonny's Penthouse) "Sam where are you," Sonny asked over the phone anxiously.
"I'm on the boat," Sam responded.
"I'll be there in 30 minutes."
"Sonny I don't think that's a good idea, you need to be with Carly and your son," Sam argued.
"I said I'll be there, I have to see you."
With that said Sonny hung up the phone and headed over to see Sam. She was so addicting, he just had to see her if nothing else. He had to know she was all right and he had to see for himself.
(Hospital) "Carly," Dr. Quartermine addressed her as she entered the hospital room.
"Yes, Monica," a sleeping and worn out Carly responded.
"We ran some more test this morning and Morgan's blood is low," Monica stated.
"So he needs blood then, right."
"Yes he does, it's important that he receives some soon. He is weak right now because of it."
"So let's do it, what ever he needs just do it. Once he gets more blood he will get better?"
"It will make his body stronger which he needs, it definitely will be a big step in his recovery."
"That's great, let's get it started then," Carly said with determination.
"Carly right now there is a shortage at the blood bank, so we are going to have to rely on getting some donors in here. So I would like you to call your husband to come in and of course we would like you to give as well. The more people you know that can give the better."
"Ok, I'll call Sonny right now. What about Courtney or Jason can they give too?"
"They can come down and we will see if they are possible donors. Morgan's blood type is rare, but at least I'm sure you or Sonny can give since you are his parents." Monica left Carly to place her calls, she couldn't get Sonny's phone so she left a voice message. She wondered where he could possible be that he would have turned it off. Carly tried not to dwell on it right now, Morgan was her priority getting him better. Carly stepped in the hall to one of the guards telling them it was important to get a hold of Sonny, he nodded that he would. Carly then called Courtney, then Jason even though Jason said call his cell only for emergencies this was definitely one. After speaking to both Carly went to give her blood and then return back to her son's room to wait once again.
(House Boat) There was a knock on the door, "Come in."
Sonny opened the door and walked in. He spotted Sam first when he entered the room and then the large suitcase on the bed.
"Where do you think you are going?"
"I'm leaving Sonny, it's the only way."
"It's not the only way Sam, I don't want you to leave."
"I don't want to but you need to be with your family Sonny, I won't be the one to break up your family."
"My family was breaking up long before you came into my life."
"Be that as it may you have a chance to have them back now, you made a promise to your son and to God. I won't be the one to cause you to break that."
"What if I want to Sam, what if it's my choice to break it?"
"Sonny I have fallen in love with you, I promised myself I wouldn't; be I did. I fell for your charm, your goodness, your strength and then I felt your love. I have never felt what I feel for you for anyone before. But it is selfish of me to pull a man away from a family he already has." Sam said with sadness and compassion in her voice. She didn't want to be labeled a home wreaker, she had never cared in the past what people thought; but now she did with him she did care.
"Sam, please just give me some time to work through this. There has to be a way, just let me find it. I don't want anyone hurt, especially my family; but I can't walk away from you either. I just can't." Sonny expressed as he pulled Sam to his chest and pressed his lips to hers.
She felt the strength slip from her body and fell limp in his embrace. He picked her up and placed her on the bed, looking down at her as he went to capture her lips once again. Then the moment was broken by a knock on the door.
"Who is it," Sonny asked.
"It's Max, sir. You are needed at the hospital."
Sonny went to the door to open it as Sam sat up in the bed. "What's going on Max," Sonny asked.
"Carly called said that Morgan needs blood, you need to go to the hospital to give your blood. The blood bank has a shortage and Morgan's family is the best donors right now." Max tried to stay calm in delivering the message and knew not to even look in the direction of Sam. No one was to know Sonny was here, and all the guards were to play dumb to their presence together.
"Ok, wait outside I'll be right there."
Max closed the door as Sonny turned to face Sam. "Go you have to go, your son needs you right now."
Sonny rubbed his face with his hands, "Yea I have to go, but promise me you will stay here. I need to know you will be here when I come back, we have to finish talking."
Sam could see the worry and fear in his eyes, she didn't want to argue the point anymore. "Ok Sonny for now I'll be here. Go now, he needs you."
With that Sonny kissed Sam good-bye and walked out the door. Max was waiting in the car and once Sonny got in they drove off. Sam looked out the small window and sighed, "I'm sorry Sonny, but I have to let you go. It's the right thing to do, one day you will thank me for letting you stay with your family." Sam picked up her suitcase and headed out of town.
(Jason's Penthouse) "Elizabeth," Jason called from down stairs.
"Yes, Jason I'm here," Elizabeth came down the stairs.
"Carly just called, I have to go to the hospital."
"Is it Morgan, please tell me it's not bad news," Elizabeth asked as she grabbed her face.
"His blood is low and Monica says he needs blood. So I'm going down to give some and hopefully it can be used."
"Well I should go too," Elizabeth said, as she was about to go upstairs to get Hope and go with Jason.
Jason stopped her by grapping her softly by the arm pulling her toward him, "Honey I know you want to and I appreciate that but I don't think it's a good idea."
"Why not, I know Carly and I don't get along but I'm sure . . . " Jason cut her off before she could finish, "Its not that, you just had a baby and you are nursing. I think it's to soon for you to give blood right now, I'm sure a doctor would agree."
Elizabeth shook her head acknowledge him, "Your right, I guess I wasn't thinking."
"You just wanted to help," Jason kissed her on the forehead. "I'll be back as soon as I can. There is a guard posted outside the door, if you need anything just let him know or call me."
"Don't worry we will be fine, if I need you a promise to call."
"You promise?"
"Yes I do, now go Morgan needs you right now," Elizabeth escorted Jason to the door, closing and locking it per Jason's request.
Elizabeth leaned back on the locked door thinking how blessed she was to have a health child right now, she prayed that Morgan would be all right and have a quick recovery. She now could relate to Carly in one way, being a mother and wanting to protect your child at all cost. Elizabeth could only imagine what Carly was going through right now, feeling her pain she ran up the stairs to check on her precious little angel.
(Lorenzo's Apartment) "Where are you going now," Lorenzo asked as Danielle got out of bed putting on his shirt while running her hands through her now wild hair.
Danielle leaned down kissing Lorenzo softly on the lips, "I'm not trying to escape, I promise. I just remember an appointment I had later this afternoon and I was going to see if I could change it for tomorrow."
"Oh ok then, I guess I can let you do that," Lorenzo said as he smiled and stretched lazily across the bed.
"You will let me, how nice of you. I didn't realize I needed your permission?" Danielle said as she turned and mockingly put her hands on her hips trying to act annoyed.
"I'm just kidding, but only half way. I don't want you trying to run out of my life again," Lorenzo expressed with sadness in his eyes.
Danielle sat back down on the side of the bed taking his hand in hers, "I won't Lorenzo, I'm sorry I just got scared. No man has ever brought out of me such intense emotions as you have, running just seemed to be the safest way for both of us."
"Safe how," Lorenzo asked as he pulled her hand to his lips kissing it softly.
"Safe by not putting ourselves out there and getting hurt. I have seen you hurt when Sophie died and then again when you were talking with Carly. I don't want to be one of those women who put that hurt in your eyes. So if I left before anything happened, it would be safe; we would just be friends and I wouldn't be the cause of any negative emotions. Silly I know."
"No it's not silly, but your right I was hurt before. I'm sure you have felt it before too, no one likes to be hurt but it's a part of life. We can either grow from each experience or allow it to jade us. After Sophie I turned myself off to love and the concept of ever finding it again. When I met Carly she opened me up to my feelings again, I don't think I really loved her. I did care for her and wanted to protect her from the way her husband controlled her; but I put myself out there again and was disappointed because she returned it briefly and then went back to her husband. This time it was different I didn't shut myself off, I still felt hope that I could have love in my life again. Then you showed up, of all people you were here and in my reach again. It was like I had a second opportunity to have what I lost years ago. I didn't mean to rush you and I know it has been a lot to take in; but I just had to let you know how much I want you in my life. It's ok to be scared Danielle, any new relationship is scary; but it's also energizing. I want you to know that you can trust me and I would never do anything to hurt you."
"That's easy to say Lorenzo, I know you would never hurt me on purpose or I you; but it happens sometimes without meaning to. I care for you to much to be the cause of that."
"Danielle it's a risk everyone has to take, we can make this work. Let's just take one day at a time and I promise you will see how right we can be together."
Lorenzo sits up in the bed and places both hands on Danielle's face looking deep into her eyes trying to convince her to stay with him, "Please stay Danielle, and let's not miss out on what we could have together."
Danielle couldn't tear her eyes away from Lorenzo's intent eyes, longing and begging her. "I'll stay Lorenzo, but you have to promise me something."
"What?"
"That if any time your feelings change for me, that you will tell me. I never want you to feel that I'm an obligation to you."
"You could never be that, I love you Danielle."
"Maybe it's just because of my past, parents are suppose to love their children too but my parents chose to give me up and never try to find me once I was an adult. So I guess I just don't want to be a burden to you, I obviously was to my parents that's why they sent me to the orphanage for the Sisters to raise me."
"I didn't realize that you were never adopted," Lorenzo said with sadness in his voice.
"No, Sister Margaret said that I was to be raised by them and was provided for with plenty of funds. It's funny though; my parents obviously had money why would they not want me. I mean even if they didn't want me or want to love me why didn't they let another family do so. They were so selfish they didn't want me but didn't want anyone else to either."
"I'm sorry Danielle, I didn't realize. Sophie told me some about you being so close to the Sisters, but she thought the rest was private and only you should share it. Is there anything I can do to help, I mean do you want to try and find them."
"I tried once, I never was able to turn up anything. I used to think it was so important for me to have some kind of closure in my life. Feeling like I was never good enough to love, I guess that's a big part of why I'm scared what if you realize that I'm not good enough for you."
Lorenzo pulled her to him hugging her tightly, "Danielle don't ever think that, you are really to good for me. You have pulled yourself up in this life; a doctor, working with the missions, sacrificing you life for children who have no one, a true friend and someone filled with so much love. I'm sorry about your parents, but they were obviously not good enough for you. You are such a good and kind person Danielle, everyone you come in contact with you touch his or her life in a special way. Don't ever doubt how wonderful you are, and if you do I promise to remind you."
"Thank you, I didn't mean to get on a pity trip. I just wanted you to know were my fear comes from, that it's real and it's a daily battle with me sometimes. I'm real good at hiding my feelings I have gotten it down pat, but it's harder to hide from you. I don't won't to hide who I am Lorenzo, you say you love me I just want to make sure you know who I really am."
"I do know who you really are and I want to continue to get to know you. I am thankful that you can share your feelings with me, that you feel safe enough to do that. It means a lot that you trust me."
"I'm giving you my heart Lorenzo, this is a big step for me but it's the most trust I can give you. Please don't break it ok," Danielle kissed his lips as tears rolled down her cheeks. Never had she been so honest and open with anyone. Lorenzo was already becoming so much to her and it overwhelmed her how quickly he stole her heart.
Lorenzo responded to her kiss and pulled her tighter to his, finally he pulled away from her looking her straight in the eyes. "I'll take good care of it I promise, I would sooner die than to hurt you." Again Lorenzo took her lips with his; they both had finally after all these years found the one person who they could be real with.
Danielle wiped her eyes with her hands, Lorenzo got out of bed and pulled her up with him, "Ok if we don't get up now I don't think we will ever get out of bed today. You can go make your call, I'm going to take a shower then how about I take you and Sage out for dinner."
"That sounds like a good idea, let me see if I can change the appointment. I also want to call Dr. Quartermine and find out about the progress of the baby."
"Ok, I'll be out of the shower in a minute, then it's your turn."
"As long as you are completely out of the bedroom, I don't want to miss dinner again tonight," Danielle expressed with her hands on her hips. Lorenzo walked over and gave her a sweet smack on the lips before heading to the shower. "No problem, it's important you keep your strength up," Lorenzo said with a laugh.
(Sonny's Penthouse) "Sam where are you," Sonny asked over the phone anxiously.
"I'm on the boat," Sam responded.
"I'll be there in 30 minutes."
"Sonny I don't think that's a good idea, you need to be with Carly and your son," Sam argued.
"I said I'll be there, I have to see you."
With that said Sonny hung up the phone and headed over to see Sam. She was so addicting, he just had to see her if nothing else. He had to know she was all right and he had to see for himself.
(Hospital) "Carly," Dr. Quartermine addressed her as she entered the hospital room.
"Yes, Monica," a sleeping and worn out Carly responded.
"We ran some more test this morning and Morgan's blood is low," Monica stated.
"So he needs blood then, right."
"Yes he does, it's important that he receives some soon. He is weak right now because of it."
"So let's do it, what ever he needs just do it. Once he gets more blood he will get better?"
"It will make his body stronger which he needs, it definitely will be a big step in his recovery."
"That's great, let's get it started then," Carly said with determination.
"Carly right now there is a shortage at the blood bank, so we are going to have to rely on getting some donors in here. So I would like you to call your husband to come in and of course we would like you to give as well. The more people you know that can give the better."
"Ok, I'll call Sonny right now. What about Courtney or Jason can they give too?"
"They can come down and we will see if they are possible donors. Morgan's blood type is rare, but at least I'm sure you or Sonny can give since you are his parents." Monica left Carly to place her calls, she couldn't get Sonny's phone so she left a voice message. She wondered where he could possible be that he would have turned it off. Carly tried not to dwell on it right now, Morgan was her priority getting him better. Carly stepped in the hall to one of the guards telling them it was important to get a hold of Sonny, he nodded that he would. Carly then called Courtney, then Jason even though Jason said call his cell only for emergencies this was definitely one. After speaking to both Carly went to give her blood and then return back to her son's room to wait once again.
(House Boat) There was a knock on the door, "Come in."
Sonny opened the door and walked in. He spotted Sam first when he entered the room and then the large suitcase on the bed.
"Where do you think you are going?"
"I'm leaving Sonny, it's the only way."
"It's not the only way Sam, I don't want you to leave."
"I don't want to but you need to be with your family Sonny, I won't be the one to break up your family."
"My family was breaking up long before you came into my life."
"Be that as it may you have a chance to have them back now, you made a promise to your son and to God. I won't be the one to cause you to break that."
"What if I want to Sam, what if it's my choice to break it?"
"Sonny I have fallen in love with you, I promised myself I wouldn't; be I did. I fell for your charm, your goodness, your strength and then I felt your love. I have never felt what I feel for you for anyone before. But it is selfish of me to pull a man away from a family he already has." Sam said with sadness and compassion in her voice. She didn't want to be labeled a home wreaker, she had never cared in the past what people thought; but now she did with him she did care.
"Sam, please just give me some time to work through this. There has to be a way, just let me find it. I don't want anyone hurt, especially my family; but I can't walk away from you either. I just can't." Sonny expressed as he pulled Sam to his chest and pressed his lips to hers.
She felt the strength slip from her body and fell limp in his embrace. He picked her up and placed her on the bed, looking down at her as he went to capture her lips once again. Then the moment was broken by a knock on the door.
"Who is it," Sonny asked.
"It's Max, sir. You are needed at the hospital."
Sonny went to the door to open it as Sam sat up in the bed. "What's going on Max," Sonny asked.
"Carly called said that Morgan needs blood, you need to go to the hospital to give your blood. The blood bank has a shortage and Morgan's family is the best donors right now." Max tried to stay calm in delivering the message and knew not to even look in the direction of Sam. No one was to know Sonny was here, and all the guards were to play dumb to their presence together.
"Ok, wait outside I'll be right there."
Max closed the door as Sonny turned to face Sam. "Go you have to go, your son needs you right now."
Sonny rubbed his face with his hands, "Yea I have to go, but promise me you will stay here. I need to know you will be here when I come back, we have to finish talking."
Sam could see the worry and fear in his eyes, she didn't want to argue the point anymore. "Ok Sonny for now I'll be here. Go now, he needs you."
With that Sonny kissed Sam good-bye and walked out the door. Max was waiting in the car and once Sonny got in they drove off. Sam looked out the small window and sighed, "I'm sorry Sonny, but I have to let you go. It's the right thing to do, one day you will thank me for letting you stay with your family." Sam picked up her suitcase and headed out of town.
(Jason's Penthouse) "Elizabeth," Jason called from down stairs.
"Yes, Jason I'm here," Elizabeth came down the stairs.
"Carly just called, I have to go to the hospital."
"Is it Morgan, please tell me it's not bad news," Elizabeth asked as she grabbed her face.
"His blood is low and Monica says he needs blood. So I'm going down to give some and hopefully it can be used."
"Well I should go too," Elizabeth said, as she was about to go upstairs to get Hope and go with Jason.
Jason stopped her by grapping her softly by the arm pulling her toward him, "Honey I know you want to and I appreciate that but I don't think it's a good idea."
"Why not, I know Carly and I don't get along but I'm sure . . . " Jason cut her off before she could finish, "Its not that, you just had a baby and you are nursing. I think it's to soon for you to give blood right now, I'm sure a doctor would agree."
Elizabeth shook her head acknowledge him, "Your right, I guess I wasn't thinking."
"You just wanted to help," Jason kissed her on the forehead. "I'll be back as soon as I can. There is a guard posted outside the door, if you need anything just let him know or call me."
"Don't worry we will be fine, if I need you a promise to call."
"You promise?"
"Yes I do, now go Morgan needs you right now," Elizabeth escorted Jason to the door, closing and locking it per Jason's request.
Elizabeth leaned back on the locked door thinking how blessed she was to have a health child right now, she prayed that Morgan would be all right and have a quick recovery. She now could relate to Carly in one way, being a mother and wanting to protect your child at all cost. Elizabeth could only imagine what Carly was going through right now, feeling her pain she ran up the stairs to check on her precious little angel.