A/N – Thanks for the comments…interesting as always.

Chapter 5

Eva chuckled. "Your sister sounds like fun."

"She is and you would like her."

"So, how long did it take for you to kiss?"

Liz smiled. "Believe it or not, when he went to drop me off at the car, I had such a good time and he was so attentive that I practically jumped him and inhaled his mouth. He met me in the middle after he got over the shock and when we finally came up for air, he was speechless."

Eva cracked up. "I love it."

"I held out for a week before I couldn't stand his hotness any longer and gave in."

"That might be about five days longer than I would have."

Liz busted out laughing. "Did you sleep with Johnny right away?"

Eva's brows moved up and down. "Nope. I made him wait for a whole month."

"Get out!"

"He was so cocky that I did it out of spite, but let me tell you, it killed me because that man can kiss and Jesus, he has abs for days. The brat was cruel and would take off his shirt in front of me on purpose."

"He was playing dirty."

"You have no idea. I took a lot of cold showers, but the more he teased me, the tighter my thighs gripped together. After a month, Jason clued him in and he chilled out and romanced the hell out of me and I was a goner. Damn Jason, I was ready to hold out another month."

Liz laughed loudly. "Knowing my husband, he probably was sick of hearing Johnny whine."

"You're probably right." Eva frowned. "Come here for a minute."

Liz joined her at the microscope. "What's wrong?"

"They are doing something different."

Liz quickly looked and is shocked. "This could be very bad."'

"But what does it mean?"

A loud beeping noise shattered the silence and they ran to Jason's room.

"He's having a seizure," Liz said.

Eva ran to the monitors as Liz moved to Jason's side. It was thankfully quick, but they are very concerned. "I'll draw some blood."

"I think we should do some scans. I feel like we're running out of time."

"Don't say that. We'll figure it out."

Liz took a deep breath and then leaned over and kissed him. "I love you. Hang in there, baby."

Eva squeezed Jason's hand and then went to gather what she needed to take the sample.

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Elizabeth fell onto the bed exhausted. The boys are asleep and Epiphany is looking after Jason.

She closed her eyes and thought about their first date.

FLASHBACK

Elizabeth opened her door to find Jason standing there. His hands are pushed into his pockets and the rest of his jeans fit just right. The black tee shirt showed off his muscular arms and his longish hair is slightly unkempt.

"Hey."

She smiled. "Hey. Am I dressed alright?"

His eyes raked up and down her body. She is wearing jeans, wedged heels, and a blouse that has pastel flowers on it. Even with just a hint of makeup, her face is radiant and his heartbeat speeds up. "You look beautiful, Elizabeth."

She slightly blushes, making him smile.

"You ready?"

She nodded and then ran to get her keys and then they headed outside. When they moved towards the motorcycle, her eyes widened. "This explains your hair."

He eyed her curiously. "Is it a mess?"

She grinned. "It looks cute."

One brow rose, making her laugh. He handed her a helmet and then donned his.

"Lean into the curves with me and hold on."

She climbed on behind him and Jason almost shuddered when her arms wrapped around him. It just felt right. When he took off, a squeak left her lips and she gripped him tighter. He briefly squeezed her hand and then moved into traffic. Finally, they moved further out of town and he tore around some curves, loving her laughter and all too soon, he was pulling into the parking lot of the restaurant.

They got off and she was beaming.

"Thank you. That was just—there are no words."

"I'm glad you liked it."

"I want to do it again."

He held out his hand and she slid hers against it and then he led her inside.

Elizabeth took in her surroundings, it's a small restaurant that was practically empty. A tiny woman approached them and smiled as she spoke in Italian which Jason answered.

The women focused on Elizabeth who answered her in Italian too.

"You're full of surprises," Jason said.

"So are you."

They are seated at a table as soft music plays.

"This is nice."

"The owners put up with me when I'm in town and their food is good."

A glass of wine is poured for Elizabeth, while beer is handed to Jason.

"I hope you don't mind that I took the liberty of ordering ahead."

She is surprised but shrugged. "That's fine with me."

"Tell me about yourself, Elizabeth."

She took a sip of wine and then gazed at him. "I'm a research scientist doctor with WHO."

"Interesting…"

"It's very rewarding. I get to travel, but my home base is here."

"So, that's why you know Italian."

She smiled. "What about you?"

"That's more complicated. For now, let's just say that I partially own a coffee business in New York."

Her head tilted. "So, you're not going to tell me everything?"

"I will. If we make it to a second date, then I'll tell you everything."

There is sadness in his eyes like he doesn't believe there will be one, but she decides to press forward instead of demanding an explanation.

"Deal."

Food is brought out and Elizabeth moans.

"That looks outstanding."

Jason eyed a juicy steak and grabbed his utensils. "Dig in…"

Liz smiled and started to eat her pasta. "So good…"

For the most part, they ate in a comfortable silence until Elizabeth dropped her fork. "I can't stuff in one more bite."

Jason wiped his mouth. "Would you like to dance?"

"Really?"

"You sound surprised."

Her eyes narrowed. "You don't seem like the type."

He chuckled. "I'm not, but with you, I want to be."

She just about melted. "Okay."

They stood and he led her upfront and they swayed to the music.

"This has been a great date, Jason."

"Are you trying to get rid of me already?"

"No, but I am looking forward to getting back on your bike."

He grinned. "Is that the only reason you'll agree to a second date."

Her eyes twinkled mischievously. "Wouldn't you like to know?"

His eyes softened and a hot flash coursed through her body. They continued the lingering stare until the owner cleared her throat.

Jason took another second, moving his gaze to her lips before his attention went to the woman standing a few feet away.

"I hate to interrupt, but the chocolate—"

Liz spun on her heel. "Say no more, you had me at chocolate."

"Should I be offended?"

"No time, have to get back to the table."

The older woman laughed as she watched them.

The torture of watching her eat the chocolate and lick the fork and her lips were worse than any physical abuse he had ever suffered. He wanted to drizzle that dessert all over her body and then slowly lap it up.

Her attention went to him and she froze. The look of sin on his face made her slightly tremble and then she averted her gaze and put some on her fork and fed it to him.

"Good."

"I'd offer you more—hell, who am I kidding? Get your own, Morgan."

He laughed, unable to remember the last time he had smiled so much.

Five torturous minutes later, she finished and sat back. "I'm seriously coming back here."

"They'll take care of you, but I'd rather you come back with me."

She slightly leaned forward. "Aren't you the smooth one?"

"I'm just being honest. You ready for a ride?"

She practically jumped out of her seat making him chuckle again.

He went even faster on the ride home and when they got off the bike, she stunned him by throwing her arms around his neck and pulling him into a torrid kiss that made his blood go straight south. Moaning, he returned her attack in fervor, tangling his fingers in her hair as their tongues dueled and their bodies molded together. Finally, he slowly pulled back, his eyes smoldering as he studied her slightly swollen lips.

"That was the best first kiss ever," Liz said.

"Yeah… I don't know how you plan on topping that, but I'm willing to let you practice on me."

She cracked up. "Thank you again for dinner, Jason."

He held her hand as he led her to her door. "Thank you for saying yes."

"Can we see each other on Friday night?"

"Count on it…"

When she entered the house, she shut the door and started doing a funky dance until she looked up and found her friend sitting on the couch failing miserably to not laugh.

"I take it the date went well?"

Elizabeth couldn't stop grinning. She had met her friend Brit out in the field. "He is to die for."

"I thought he was going to inhale your face."

Liz laughed. "I guess I did kind of attack him."

Brit's brows rose. "You think? I thought you were going to play hard to get." God knows, she wouldn't have been able to, but Elizabeth isn't usually as bold.

"I was, but his eyes are so dreamy and the dessert was so chocolaty, and don't even get me started on his bike."

Brit grinned. "So, what's your strategic plan?"

"To try not to put out on the second date…"

They dissolved into a fit of laughter before Liz gave her the blow by blow.

END FLASHBACK

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Epiphany finished exercising Jason and then sat next to his bed. "I know you're the strong, silent type, but this is ridiculous. Who knew you were such a diva?"

Jason wishes he could smile.

"She is worried. I'm not sure how she is holding it all together. She misses the boys and just sneaks off to see them here and there. I make her eat, or she'd be losing weight and let's be honest, she can't afford to. What are you doing to her that she burns so many calories, or do I even want to know?"

Jason's mind flashed to sex and then he tried to think of anything else in case his dick is still working.

"She even has Evangeline obsessed. Johnny is going to get pissed off if he doesn't get some soon."

Eva chuckled as she moved inside. "I'm about to leave and he's still awake."

"Good to know. I was just telling Jason that you are doing everything you can to save him."

"I am. I think we're close to a breakthrough."

The power went out and she scrambled towards the bed.

"Why isn't the generator kicking in?"

"I don't know."

Micah moved to the doorway. "No generator?"

"We have one, but maybe it's compromised," Piph said.

"Jason, hang in there," Eva said as she used her phone for light and fiddled with some machinery and located the problem, the battery in the vent unit was dislodged. She fixed it and it started pumping.

"Monica only wanted the best machinery for him. She was scared something like this would happen."

Eva held Jason's hand. "It's going to be okay. The power went out, but they'll get the generator working soon." She could hear someone running down the hallway, and assuming the worse, she puts her body over Jason as he wonders what she is doing.

"It's me, Francis, they'll have the generator running in a minute or so. We think someone tampered with it." He turned his flashlight towards the bed and smiled. "Wait until Johnny hears about this."

Eva smirked as she pulled back. "You better not tell him."

"And he's losing out to an unconscious man…"

Eva shook her head. The men played around too much. The lights flickered on and they breathed a sigh of relief. "They are back on, Jason." She has no idea if he can hear her, but if he can, she doesn't want him to panic.

Francis answered his phone. "Regular power will be up in the next half hour."

"Good," Piph said.

"Do you want a ride home?" he asked Eva.

"No, I'm staying here." Who knows what kind of games James has planned. She retrieved two pillows and handed one to Piph and then placed one next to Jason's side. "Elizabeth needs sleep more than I do. I can take a nap tomorrow if I have to."

"I'll let Johnny know."

"Tell him that I'm sorry."

"I will."

Once the regular power had returned, they relaxed a little, taking their time to check all the machines and make sure everything is good.

After they were satisfied, they turned off the lights and sat in the chairs and laid their head onto the pillows and that is how Elizabeth found them after she had eaten breakfast and played with the boys for an hour.

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Liz shook Eva's shoulder. Epiphany had already gone home.

"Five more hours…"

Liz grinned. "Why are you still here?"

She groaned as she sat up and stretched. "The power went off for a bit and I didn't want to leave him."

Liz just stares at her unable to contemplate how the woman sitting in front of her had given up her life for the Morgan family to help Jason survive. She suddenly hugged Eva, making her chuckle as she returned it.

"Thank you for watching over him and keeping him safe."

Johnny entered the room. "She did the more than that."

Eva's head jerked towards the doorway.

Johnny narrowed his eyes. "Did you or did you not throw your body across his when you heard Francis running down the hallway?"

Eva stood and crossed her arms."I most certainly did. He is my patient and in my care and I was not going to let someone come in here and take him out."

"What about your safety?"

Liz almost smirked at how much they smoldered.

"That wasn't my first concern since I have guards to worry about that."

Jason is imagining Johnny's expression.

"Evangeline Williamson!"

"Jonathan O'Brien."

He grimaced. "Please don't call me that."

"I won't if you slow your roll."

His hand moved in front of him revealing that he is gripping a bag. "I don't have rolls, but I do have pastries."

Their eyes lit up as they hustled towards them.

"Ladies, there is no need to shove."

"Hand it over," Eva said.

His eyes are so damn sexy, she is ready to pull him into the bathroom.

"How about I take the bag and you two find an empty room down the hallway."

Johnny grinned. "I really like you, Elizabeth. Let's go."

"Wait, you better not eat them all," Eva yelled as she is tugged.

Liz grinned as she pulled out one covered in chocolate.

"Oooh, that looks so good."

"The way I love you is better than that, baby," Johnny said.

"You better have one in your pants then."

Liz laughed.

"Did you bring me a toothbrush?"

"Yes, and clothes."

"Okay, let's do this so I can eat," she said before pushing him into the hallway.

Jason wishes he could get some. He can hear Elizabeth moan as she bit into it. Damn, she sounds so hot.

"Baby, I wish I could share this with you. It's so yummy."

She moaned again and Jason swore he was in hell.