Chapter 15

After wanting to get out of the hospital, and being a pain in the doctors side, John was finally released from the hospital and able to go home. "Okay John, you allowed to go home, as long as you promise to take it easy", said Lexie as she watched John fill out the paper work. "Don't worry Lexie, I'll make sure that he relaxes", Kate said smiling at John. "Okay, there. Everything is signed and dotted, now can I please get out of here and go home?" asked John handing the pen to Lexie. 'I hope that everything works out for the two of you, Tony is still on the loose and he will do everything in his power to stop his brother', thought Lexie as she watched John and Kate head out the door.

Arriving at Kate's suite, John found a letter on the table. "Your invited to the welcome home dinner at the Penthouse Grill, for those loved ones who have come back into our lives. Dinner will be served at 7pm." John said aloud. "Do you think we should go?" asked Kate as she looked at the invitation. "I would much rather spend my time with you.....but", said John as he pulled Kate towards him and began kissing her neck. "But...." started Kate, "But....we should go, I mean I was on that island, I know how everyone felt. It will be fun", finished John. "Okay, well since it starts at 7pm, we should get ready now." Kate said as she placed a kiss on John's lips and than headed into the bedroom.

At the Penthouse Grill....

Arriving at the Penthouse Grill, John and Kate couldn't believe the amount of people that has shown up, everyone was there, all their friends and family. "Dad...." called Belle as she and Philip walked towards John and Kate. "Belle, hey how are you doing?", asked John. "Well, mom and I talked ,and well see made me realize that the way things are now are the way they should be. So I just wanted to say that I was sorry, and that I'm happy for you too." she said as she hugged her father. "Thank you honey, that means alot to me", John said as he kissed the top of Belle's head. "Anyway, we should go to our table", I'll see you guys late." Belle said as she and Philip walked away. "We should go and get our table too", said John as he grabbed Kate's hand and led her to their table.

Throughout the night, many of the people at the dinner, were talking about enjoying everyone else's company. Roman and John talked about Tony, and how they need to find him soon, while Kate and Marlena talked about when the baby was due and if it were a boy or girl.

Sitting at their table, John and Kate were too discussing their baby. "So, do you think that we'll have a girl?", asked Kate. Smiling John shook his head, "I don't care if it's a boy or girl. All I care about is if it's healthy and that I'm having it with you", said John as he kissed Kate. "I love you John Black" "I love you too". "John I never want to loose you, I want to be with you for the rest of my life". started Kate. John placed his finger to her lips, "Hold that thought", he said as he got up from the table and walked away. 'Where is he going' thought Kate. Just than the lights dimmed and a light was shone on Kate. John appeared in the doorway with a mic in his hand to his lips.

I see the questions in your eyes
I know what's weighing on your mind
But you can be sure I know my part
'Cos I'll stand beside you through the years
You'll only cry those happy tears
And though I'll make mistakes
I'll never break your heart

FLASHBACK...

"Are you sure?" asked John staring into her eyes. Nodding her head Kate smiled. Stepping closer, John kissed her forehead, "Than let's do this right", he said as he walked over to the night stand and placed his wedding ring on it. Kate walked up behind him and did the same.

I swear
By the moon and stars in the sky
I'll be there
I swear
Like the shadow that's by your side
I'll be there
For better or worse
Till death do us part
I'll love you with every beat of my heart
I swear

John approached Kate, who was still in shock. Tears were forming in her eyes and John continues to sing to her. The light was shone on the two of them, as everyone watched them.



I'll give you everything I can
I'll build your dreams with these two hands
We'll hang some memories on the wall
And when there's silver in your hair
You won't have to ask if I still care
'Cause as time turns the page
My love won't age at all

FLASHBACK...

John rose from the stereo and walked towards take. Placing his glass on the
table he took hers from her hands and did the same. "Dance with me?" he
asked as he held his hand out for her. Taking his hand in hers, Kate nodded.
They held each other moving slowly to the music.

I swear
By the moon and stars in the sky
I'll be there
I swear
Like the shadow that's by your side
I'll be there
For better or worse
Till death do us part
I'll love you with every beat of my heart
I swear

As John stood in front of Kate, he got down on one knee and pulled a small box out of his pocket.

FLASHBACK...

Entering the room, a smile came across Kate's face when she saw John. Tears came flowing down her face as she walked up to him. "John….I..I love you so much." she said through the tears. John pulled Kate down to him and kissed her passionately. "I love you too Katie girl."

I swear
By the moon and stars in the sky
I'll be there
I swear
Like the shadow that's by your side
I'll be there
For better or worse
Till death do us part
I'll love you with every beat of my heart
I swear
I swear

As John stopped singing, everyone in the room was quiet. Opening the box, there was a diamond ring. "Katherine Roberts, I love you with all of my heart, your the mother of my child and the love of my life. I want to spend the rest of my life with you....so...will you do me the honor in becoming my wife?" asked John. Kate looked down at John with tears in her eyes....