Sam found Drew at Aurora and filled him in on Shiloh's connection to Garrett.
Drew was momentarily stunned at the revelation that Dawn of Day could be a front for sex trafficking.
"So that means NCIS is investigating Shiloh then?" Drew said.
"No, until they have something more than a photo tying them together," Sam said, "Their hands are tied."
"That doesn't sound right," Drew said.
"Someone above the NCIS Director is calling that shot," Sam said, "Says the files are extremely classified."
"I think we need to rethink this plan," Drew said, "If he has ties to Garrett, who knows what he could do. With Garrett out of commission and unable to fulfill his part of the operation, Shiloh could get desperate."
"Which means Kristina is in even more danger," Sam said, "It's even more important I keep making Shiloh think I'm on his side."
"What about Kellie's foundation," Drew asked, "Wouldn't they look into it?"
"I would assume so," Sam said, "But I don't know for sure. Who's to say NCIS or somebody won't tell the foundation to back off?"
"I think you should talk to Kellie about this," Drew said, "Get her take on this. We already know what Garrett is capable of, terrorizing Kellie and her kids for the last couple of years. We have no idea what Shiloh is capable of."
"If it comes down to it," Sam said, "I'd rather Shiloh take it out on me and not Kristina. What if it were Oscar? Oscar was living with Shiloh. You can't tell me you'd be this hands off with Oscar."
Drew didn't respond immediately.
"Point taken," Drew said, "But the conflict between us for Shiloh's benefit goes no further than a few staged fights in public. Not in front of the kids. None of this pretend separation stuff. And you tell me whenever you are in his company and how long you expect to be in his company. If I don't hear from you after a set amount of time, I'm coming after you."
"Only if I can do it without attracting Shiloh's attention to do it," Sam said.
"You're resourceful," Drew said, "I'm sure you can figure out how to do it."
"Deal," Sam agreed, "Jason wants to see Danny tomorrow. I said it was fine. He wants to tell Danny that he's about to be a big brother again."
"I take it Kellie doesn't have cancer," Drew said, "When Kim told Jason about the possibility, they both seemed pretty sure Kellie couldn't have kids."
"The current theory is it's the result of something Helena did back when Tyler was still alive," Sam said.
"Huh," Drew replied, "I don't expect that went as Helena planned."
The Next Day
Charles came by to stay with the kids while Kelli and Jason went to the hospital for a prenatal appointment.
Charles arrived with a gift bag in hand, "It's not much, but I figured with all that's been going on, there might not have been an opportunity to celebrate the newest addition to the family."
"Charles, you shouldn't have," Kellie said, finding a teddy bear and a blanket in the bag, "You're going to make me cry. I've cried way too much lately."
"Well remember you do have an excuse with the hormones and all," Charles said, hugging Kellie, "You are just going to have to get it through your head, I meant what I said about spoiling all four kids equally rotten. There will be no more arguments out of you, young lady. Not that I'd let you win this one."
"If you insist," Kellie said.
"Which do the kids know they're about to gain a sibling?" Charles asked.
"They know," Kellie replied, "I figured it was better just to tell them considering how many other people knew. Not to mention I'm not sure how much longer I have until I start showing. I've always tended to show rather quickly once I hit the second trimester. I"m already relegated to hair ties and yoga pants."
"Breathe," Charles said, "You take one thing at a time. Remember there's no right way or wrong way to handle finding out you're expecting a bonus kid when you and everyone else except maybe Helena was fairly certain you couldn't get pregnant any more. "
"Well when you put it that way," Kellie said, "Don't get me wrong, I'm relieved and ecstatic that I don't have cancer. I'd take this outcome every time. Having another kid right now, seems like a lot. And it feels like it's happening at warp speed. Carly's already trying to get me to go baby shopping with her."
"Which you do not have to do until you're ready," Jason said, joining them, having overheard the conversation, "Sam mentioned she was going to bring some clothes she thought you could use if you needed them before you had a chance to go shopping."
"That may be the best news I've had today," Kellie said.
"We should really get going," Jason said.
"Yes, so the doctors can tell you it's fine if it I hit the punching bag," Kellie said, "As long I take it easy."
"With a trainer," Jason said as Kellie rolled her eyes.
"The kids are having breakfast in the kitchen," Kellie said to Charles.
"I think I got this," Charles said, "Now go."
In the vehicle, Kellie and Jason sat in the back seat.
"You know Charles is right, there's no right or wrong way for how you feel or handle how much of a surprise the baby is," Jason said.
"You heard that," Kellie said.
"And that you feel overwhelmed at the idea of having another kid," Jason said.
"I hate that I feel that way, Jason," Kellie said, "I didn't feel that way with my other pregnancies, even the boys who are shock like this one."
"Those were completely different circumstances," Jason said, "First off with the boys, you hadn't completely given up on the idea of having kids even if you didn't think you should have them. Even if Carlos Alcazar hadn't shot you up full of fertility drugs, your regular birth control could have failed on its own for what ever reason. Two, you really weren't dealing with any enemies when you were pregnant before. Carlos was dead and Helena chose for the most part to leave you alone with a few non-lethal exceptions. Here you have Garrett, still alive, and possibly Shiloh. As much as I hate to say this, you have reason to be suspicious of any of the families."
"The security concerns are different," Kellie said, "Uncle Lo isn't able to help with them like he has in the past. Francis is out of commission."
"And Lorenzo set up a really good security team with back ups for you and the kids," Jason said, "Max and I worked with both of you on setting things up here in Port Charles. We've got it handled and I know Johnny is already working on expanding the team for when the baby's born."
"Okay, good," Kellie said.
"How much was Tyler involved with your security plans in California?" Jason asked.
"He knew the general plans and any changes" Kellie said, "He took self-defense classes and firearms training. Most of it was on me. It wasn't exactly his area of expertise. Not that he wouldn't come to my or the kids defense if needed. But ummm."
"Tyler wasn't always comfortable with the gunfights or bloodshed," Jason said "I was surprised he actually shot Carlos. I knew he had a gun, but wasn't sure he'd actually use it."
"You knew my husband had a gun and I didn't," Kellie asked.
"I saw him carrying it when you came back here for Sage and Milo's wedding," Jason said.
"You didn't bother to mention this to me," Kellie said.
"It wasn't my place," Jason said.
"Doesn't mean I like it any less," Kellie said, "Stupid bro code."
"He just didn't want you to worry as much," Jason said, "Which considering he fainted the first time he saw a man killed was probably foregone conclusion."
"It bothered him, killing Carlos," Kellie said, "He'd never admit it to me and I know he'd have made the same choice again and again. But he struggled with taking a man's life."
"I'm not surprised," Jason said.
"Sometimes that's why I think I fell in love with him," Kellie said, "Because he was everything I wasn't."
"And he taught you to see everything that was good in the world," Jason said, "And that you were someone worth loving."
"He did," Kellie said, quietly, "Which why were you asking about Tyler's involvement with security?"
"I was trying to figure out if you were used to trying to shoulder the day to day on your own," Jason said, "Or if Tyler shouldered some of it for you. It sounds like it was on you."
"Is this your way of reminding me that it's not all on me here," Kellie said, "And to ask you for help with this stuff."
"Yeah," Jason said.
"Old habits do die hard with this one sometimes," Johnny said from the front seat, ignoring the dirty look that Kellie gave him.
At General hospital, Kellie and the baby were given a clean bill of health and Dr. Navarro cleared Kellie to do light work outs with the punching bag.
"How far along would you say I am?" Kellie asked.
"Based on the date of your last period in December and the measurements from the ultrasound," Dr. Navarro said, "Thirteen weeks. You're due at the end of September, early October. Do you have any other questions?"
Kellie shook her head.
"If that's the case," Dr. Navarro said, "That's it for today. I'll want to see you again in a month. You can arrange that with the nurse. With your history of morning sickness after the first trimester, I'll keep the prescription for the anti-nausea drugs renewed if you feel you should need throughout the rest of the pregnancy."
After Kellie and Jason set the next appointment, Kellie asked Epiphany if Lorenzo had been transferred to the rehab center yet.
"No, he's still here," Epiphany said, "Room 307. I take it Jason or Sam has filled you in on his condition."
"I'm aware that he's physically impaired and his speech is also problematic," Kellie said.
"I just want you to be prepared for what you see when you walk in there," Epiphany said.
"I could see Danny and Jake later," Jason said, "If you need me here."
"I think I can handle seeing Uncle Lo," Kellie said, "Not to mention, I'd like to speak with Dr. Byrne and Dr. Finn since they attended Alyssa when she was brought in. I'm sure Danny and Jake could use some time with their dad."
"Are you sure?" Jason asked.
"I'm sure," Kellie said.
"You heard her, Morgan," Epiphany said, "Your wife's got this one."
"If you need anything," Jason said.
"I promise I will call," Kellie said.
"I'll make sure she does," Epiphany said.
Jason kissed Kellie and then left.
"Thank you," Kellie said.
"Don't thank me yet" Epiphany said, "If something does go haywire, you will be calling your husband. You will not be running off to God knows where, I don't care how many guards you think you have."
"You sound like Agent Gibbs," Kellie muttered.
"What was that?" Epiphany asked.
"Nothing," Kellie said, "Look could you see if Dr. Finn and Dr. Byrne have time to speak to me today or set up an appointment."
"I can tell you about when you're daughter was brought in," Epiphany said, "Screaming her pretty little head off, Dr. Finn had to sedate her."
"I know that she had some kind of breakdown and that that bastard had his hands on her," Kellie said, "I just want to know how to help her."
"Dr. Byrne has an opening at 11 this morning," Epiphany said, "That's your best chance at talking to Dr. Byrne."
"I'll take it," Kellie said as Finn approached the Nurses Station.
"You summoned me, Epiphany," Finn said.
"Ms. Corinthos … I mean Mrs. Morgan knows you were the attending when her daughter was brought in the other night," Epiphany said, "And wanted to speak to you."
"I've got a few moments," Finn said, "Mrs. Corinthos…Morgran…what do I call you."
"Kellie is fine," Kellie replied, "If you want to be technical it's Kellie Riley Corinthos Alcazar Scott Morgan."
"Now I know Alcazar has never legally been one of your last names," Epiphany said, "Of that much I'm certain. Are you trying to scare Dr. Finn?"
"I don't scare easy," Dr. Finn said.
"I'm aware you dabble with the WSB and some of their cases," Kellie said, "I highly doubt you scare easy."
"I'm actually impressed you know that," Dr. Finn said.
"Hazard of my life, making sure I'm maintain some awareness of people I might be in contract with," Kellie said.
"So what can I do to help you?" Finn asked.
"I know you saw what state my daughter was in after she and I were kidnapped," Kellie said, "I was wondering if you could tell me how I might help her."
"I'd say a psychiatrist would be of more assistance," Finn replied.
"I know that," Kellie said, "She seems fine now, other than a few night mares, but quieter and hasn't said much about that night."
"Don't be so hard on yourself," Finn said, "That's the best advice I can give you. From what I understand you have some of the best child psychiatrists that specialize in this type of trauma retained to help your daughter. Let them do what they do best and just be her mom."
"Dr. Finn's right," Epiphany said, "Let Alyssa come to you if she needs to talk about what happened to her and you."
"Thank you, Dr. Finn," Kellie said, "I appreciate your time. And your's too Epiphany."
"If that's settled," Epiphany said, "i have other things to do. Now go see your uncle while you wait for Dr. Byrne and quit loitering at my station."