Who is Elizabeth?
Chapter 32
Disclaimers see Part 1
New York University Hospital
Jason and Elizabeth stood beside Kristina's NICU bed. "She is so tiny."
"Elizabeth, we just have to believe that the doctor's will be able to make her better."
"I know I am trying, but I am afraid that I won't be able to help. She's my family, Jason. I don't want to let her down."
Holding Elizabeth in his arms and staring at Kristina Jason felt a fragment of how helpless Alexis and Sonny must feel. "No matter what we won't stop trying until Kristina's better I promise."
"Ms. Corinthos, are you ready?"
"Yes," Elizabeth wiped at the tears trying to escape her eyes. "Will you wait with Kristina for me?"
"If that's what you want Elizabeth I will stay right here."
Hugging Jason tightly Elizabeth took the moment to calm herself. Nothing bad was going to happen to her family without her fighting like hell to stop it. She felt Jason's hand lift her face toward him and was drawn into his eyes and the peace that was waiting there for her. With a quick kiss and a small reassuring smile to him Elizabeth turned and walked away with the nurse.
Hospital Cafeteria
Elizabeth and Jason walked into the cafeteria looking for Brooklyn and Shae. "They said to meet them here for lunch. I really want to settle the details with Shae for the show and help her get a place to stay while she is in town."
"How about a room at Kelly's for now and if she wants to stay longer we can help her find a studio?"
"We'll see if that works for her. I don't think she is used to people helping her, so she may be a little leery of our assistance."
Jason nodded as he spotted Brooklyn and Shae sitting together. Leading Elizabeth toward them he noticed how Shae seemed to watch him carefully. Knowing nothing about her made him a little nervous. Jason wasn't sure what made him uneasy about this girl, but he wasn't going to second guess himself at the risk of Elizabeth.
"Hi girls, I am glad we could meet for lunch. Have you heard anything on Kristina?"
"No, they said they were still setting up the processes with your blood. I just want this to work and her to get better." Brooklyn looked like she was about to fall apart and Shae seemed lost as to what to do for her.
Elizabeth grabbed a chair and scooted it closer to Brooklyn before sitting down next to her. Reaching out to rub Brooklyn's shoulder in comfort Elizabeth searched for what to say. Brooklyn and she shared a sister who was lying sick in this hospital, but they didn't really know each other. "Brooklyn, I know I just got here but we have to stick together and believe our little sister will be okay. Then we can teach her how to get over the crazy over protective parents she has."
Brooklyn smiled through her tears at Elizabeth. The more time she spent with Elizabeth the more she realized why Dillon loved her so much. Kristina had two sisters who would always be there for her. Brooklyn didn't care who Kristina's biological parents were she would be there for Kristina whenever she needed her.
New Year's Eve C&M Gallery
Elizabeth wandered through the gallery looking at all the pieces. It had been a rough few days with Kristina and then trying to get everything finished up here, but everything was looking good. She smiled as she saw the name flashing on her phone Brooklyn was calling to update her on Shae's latest panic attack she was sure. "Hey Brooklyn." Elizabeth laughed as she headed upstairs to her studio to get ready herself.
Travis looked toward the stairs and smiled Elizabeth was happy and the gallery was secure. He was sure they had protected against anything business related. It would be interesting to say the least with the Quartermaines, Corinthos, and Spencers in attendance you never knew what would happen.
Dillon and Georgie came down the stairs. "Travis I take it everything is set."
"Yes, Mr. Morgan it is."
"It's kinda strange to here him call you that you know." Georgie smiled at Dillon's shrug. "Who would've thought the family you'd find was Jason Morgan."
"Well I think that was your and Elizabeth's doing." Wrapping his arm around Georgie he smiled toward Jason as he walked through the door. "Jason."
"Are you ready?"
"Everything is all done and Elizabeth is upstairs getting ready, so I guess we are good."
"You've done a good job Dillon."
Dillon looked past Jason at the door. "I think I should handle Taggert while you go check on Elizabeth."
Jason looked toward the doorway and saw Travis standing in front of Taggert. "You sure?"
"No problem, go take care of Elizabeth."
As Dillon strode toward the front he heard Travis arguing with Taggert. "Travis, is there a problem?"
"No sir, I was just telling Detective Taggert that he has no cause to be here."
As Dillon stared coldly at Taggert he wondered what exactly it would take to get rid of him. "Detective do you have a problem?"
"I am just making sure Corinthos and Morgan realize their latest front hasn't escaped my notice."
"Since this is Elizabeth Corinthos' building I will notify her attorney of your slander." Seeing Taggert's surprise at Elizabeth's last name Dillon almost couldn't keep a straight face. Just wait until everyone found out who Elizabeth's family was tonight. "Now I suggest you leave our gallery before I call your boss."
As Dillon walked back to Georgie he saw her smile. "I know it probably won't make any points with Mac, but I just don't like him."
"I don't like how he treats you Dillon. Taggert is a jerk to anyone around Jason or Sonny and that isn't fair to you or Elizabeth. So don't worry about what Dad thinks on this one."
Elizabeth's Studio
Jason walked into the studio as Elizabeth stepped out of the bathroom wearing nothing but a towel. "Uhh…"
Elizabeth was startled for a moment until she saw Jason's face. Trying hard not to laugh Elizabeth stepped closer to him her grin getting larger as his eyes got wider. "Hey babe."
Jason watched her bite her bottom lip as she continued to smile. God he loved this woman. Pulling her into his arms and into a kiss Jason tried to control himself until he felt her hands slide down his back to grip his butt. All thought was lost as he lifted Elizabeth and carried her to the couch. Sitting on the couch with Elizabeth on his lap Jason deepened their kiss. Just as his hands were loosening her towel someone knocked on the door. Groaning Jason pulled away from Elizabeth. Elizabeth's forehead leaned against his as they tried to catch their breath. A knock came again and then a tentative hello followed.
"It's Brooklyn, I better get it."
"Not like this you shouldn't." Jason tightened the towel and lightly kissed her lips. "I'll answer the door while you go put clothes on."
"I love you. I'll be right back."