A/N: Yes, another update after such along time. I went to Texas for NYG and I got back at 10:30 pm and the next day I got up early so I could go to Chicago with my friends, then the next day I went to Wisconsin Dells…. and do you see where this is going?
No computer time. And now I'm going to volunteer at a camp for a week. This Sunday to Friday. So once I get back I'll try to update soon.
Thank you so much for all of your reviews. They mean so much to me, especially since I suck at updating.
Rating: Yes, I swear once in here, this is why it's rated T.
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Sami and John arrived at the Brady Pub without any problems or fights, something John was amazed of. From the few hours he had spent with her, he could tell there was something different about this Sami that he picked up from the airport.
He could tell she hid her emotions and she didn't enjoy life as much any more. John missed that about her. Even when she was all alone, everyone against her, she still fought for what she wanted and had this determined attitude about her. Now, she seemed more fragile and quiet.
They walked into the restaurant and told Sami to choose where she would like to sit. She choose a both in a back corner, away from the regular customers gathered toward the middle of the Pub.
"Are you really afraid of what everyone will say to you when they see you again," asked John.
"Will you be surprised if I said yes?"
"Well, truthfully, yes. You never cared what others would think, you just did what you thought was right."
"I've changed. Surely you can tell that."
"Yes, I can, but I want to know why. Why did you leave Salem and why have you finally decided to come home now?"
"You just get right into things, huh?"
"Everyone will be curious."
"Well, I might as well start with you then. Telling about the past three years."
"Only if you want to, I don't want to make things even more uncomfortable about this."
"No matter what things will be awkward."
They were interrupted by a waitress.
"Welcome to the Brady Pub, my name is Karen, and I will be your waitress for today."
John smiled as he recognized her from his other recent visits to the Pub.
"Hello, how are you doing Karen?"
"Oh, hi John, I'm well. Do you two need time to decide on drinks?"
"I'm ready, Sami, are you?"
"Sure." Sami said, smiling at her. "I'll have a large orange juice."
"Coffee for me, thanks."
"Alright, I'll be right back with those and then I can take your order on breakfast."
She walked away and Sami wasted no time.
"Who is that woman? It sounded like you guys know each other pretty well."
"I just know her from here, Sami. She has been my waitress more than a few times."
"Oh, ok."
John was shocked. That was it? Done with the topic? He thought she would start something about him cheating on Marlena. But then, he was surprised for being surprised. She had changed, he just had to remind him self as to how much.
Karen came back with their drinks and left with their food orders. Sami decided it was now or never to tell John of why she left and what made her change.
"So John, you know I was Stan and that whole mess." John nodded to show he was listening. "And after I was sentenced, I had to go to jail to serve my time. Those months I realized that Lucas and I, would never become a reality. I loved him so much, but in my heart, I knew he would never be able to forgive me. Or at least not for a long time. Not until all of the pain and hurt of our broken relationship was healed. And I couldn't deal with loosing him. So I sort of shut down in my cell. I wouldn't let my self cry because I knew it would hurt, and I wouldn't be able to stop."
Sami took a deep breath and made the tears in her eyes drain back to where they had come from.
"The only two people to talk to me while I was in prison were my mother and father. And then I asked my dad to look around and help me find a job outside of Salem, in a different state. He ended up calling an old friend of his and he offered me a started position. Knowing how much I screwed up in Salem, I changed my way of life. I worked harder than I ever had at work. My boss saw the talent I possessed and rewarded me for it with many promotions. I have a few friends back in Wisconsin. Can you believe it John? I have real friends who would do anything for me, who I can share any secrets with."
John smiled so proudly and grabbed her hand in his.
"I am so proud of you Sami. You made a life of your own. You are amazing Sami, and I'm so glad you're back. We really did miss you."
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Lucas arrived at Titan later than normal. He couldn't get Sami out of his mind. He wondered what she looked like now, how she had changed. If she still thought of him like he always thinks of her.
When he entered his office he saw the giant stack of paper work sitting in front of him, awaiting his approval, he pushed Sami out of his mind and concentrated on his work in front of him.
Three hours later passed, and Lucas was almost through what he had to do before lunch. He didn't realize how much time had past until his phone rang, startling him. He looked up and his clock said it was 11:23. He answered his cell, hoping it was Sami calling.
"Hello?"
"Hey babe, you want to grab a quick lunch with me at noon. I missed you last night."
"I can't. What about tomorrow for lunch?"
"You know I can't. I'm going on my business trip. This is why I want to go out with you now. What are you so busy with that you can't eat a quick lunch with your girlfriend who will be leaving tomorrow for a week? What's so important that you can't get away for a little bit?"
"It's personal."
"Personal? I'm your girlfriend. I know everything about you. What is it? Why can't you come to lunch with me?"
"Look, you don't know everything about me. I really don't know everything about you. I just can't come to lunch."
"Please baby, at least tell me why you can't. Then maybe I can forgive you for not coming with me."
"Ok, you deserve to know the truth anyways. When I came home last night, Will was still up. It seems, his…. Mother called. Sami called. And Will told me she wanted to talk to me so she told Will to tell me that she would call me during lunch today. So I am waiting for her phone call."
"What? You can't eat with me because you're waiting for your ex-lover's phone call? Why is she back? You're not going to run into her arms, are you?"
"Look, Sami is Will's mother. If she's back, then we have to deal with custody arrangements again and sort out things. I'm really sorry Jess."
"She's probably calling your cell phone, right? So you can still answer it at lunch. And this all doesn't have to be figured out today, does it?"
"The sooner the better for Will and me."
"Know what I think? I think you just want to hear her voice again. I think you're still madly in love with her and you can't wait to call her and she if she still has feelings for you."
"That's not true."
"Which parts? Just come with me Lucas. Or is this how it will always be? When it comes to Sami and I, you will always pick her first. Because she's Will's mother, and your ex-fiancé and what ever else you two fucking were!"
"Hey, listen to me. Are you listening?"
"Yeah…"
"I am in love with one beautiful, smart, amazing woman. And this woman's name is Jessica. You are the one I want to be with. I am way over Sami. We are nothing but friends for Will's sake. He deserves to have his parents talking to each other, don't you agree?"
"I guess…. I love you too Lucas."
"I'm glad. Ok, maybe I will come meet you for lunch. I now have this Jessica craving I need to fill."
"You are so weird."
"Thank you very much. So where do you want to go?"
"How about the Chinese place down the street from Titan?"
"Sounds good to me."
"So we're meeting at noon?"
"How about now, since when we were talking I have been driving, so I'm now threeish blocks away."
"Ok, I'll meet you there."
"Hey, Lucas."
"Yeah?"
"I'm so glad you gave in."
"Yep. Love you, bye."
"I love you too."
Lucas hung up his cell and sighed. Some how, she got what she wanted almost all the time. She was manipulative like Sami, but she never did anything like Sami. Jessica was just too perfect. She wouldn't switch test results, she wouldn't dress like a man and blame it solely on Tony Dimera. Jess was amazing. He was lucky to have her in his life.
Lucas just had to convince himself of that.
He smiled at the thought of lunch with Jess and left with out a second thought.
Three minutes after he left, his forgotten cell phone started ringing. After five rings, it went to his voice mail and a woman left a message.
Um, hey Lucas this is Sami, Will's mom. Wait; of course you know who I am. I hope. Ok, please just ignore the first part of this message. I don't know if Will told you, or not, but I'm back in town. I know you hate me, so you don't have to worry about me. I just called to tell you I'm in town and I would like set up a time where I can see Will. I miss him so much! So, yah. Call me back when you have a chance. My cell phone number is 426-8624. Bye.
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