A/N – Thanks for the comments! Hope everyone had a great Easter.

Chapter 17

Jason fixed his attention on his favorite nurse. "Epiphany, I wouldn't think you'd be the type to kiss and tell."

"Shoot, if I got up under there, I'd be shouting from the rooftops. Everyone would know my business.

Liz wiped away a tear. "You're gonna make me wake up my boys."

Piph sauntered to the door and then turned and winked at Jason, making Liz start laughing again.

"The crazy part of that conversation is if any of that went down, you would have killed her."

"You're damn right about that. I would have to cut her. Only I can see what Little Jason has going on."

"Do you have to call it little?"

Her eyes danced devilishly. "You know you have a big gun."

He smirked. "I can show you how big."

"Seriously, Jason? You can barely lift your arms," Piph said putting some fresh water on the counter. "No sex for like weeks—possibly a month. When you can beat me in a race down that hallway, you can partake again."

Jason rolled his eyes. "Like she'll know," he muttered.

"Oh, I'd know," she said from the hallway.

"Does she have bionic ears?"

Liz chuckled. "Pretty much…" She rolled off the bed.

"Where are you going?"

"I need to get them home. Micah will be here any minute."

Jason pouted.

"I'll be back in the morning," she said before kissing his lips.

Jason sighed as she watched her gather his sons. Micah nodded before disappearing into the hallway and Liz blew him a kiss. He can't wait to get out of the hospital bed.

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Johnny jumped to his feet. "What are you doing here?"

Helena smirked as she entered the room. "Did you miss me?"

"Not even a little…"

"Now, is that any way to greet the person who is going to make your dreams come true?"

"Unless you can undo the last week, I don't think you can."

She clucked her tongue. "You need to have more faith." She can't help it as she perused him openly. He is a very handsome and fit man.

Johnny crossed his arms over his chest as she gazed at Eva.

"I hear that she will eventually be okay."

"Yes."

"Good. What they did to her, while impressive, was not deserved. I believe in like for like, don't you?"

"Yes."

"Well, then there is hope for you yet. I understand that right now you need to stay by her side, but when you are ready, give me a call." She handed over a card with a phone number on it. "He will get the message to me."

"Why am I calling?"

She gave him a million-dollar smile. "Because I know where Nadine is and I'm sure you want to know that information."

Johnny's arms fell to his side. "How?"

"I have my ways. Don't worry, she won't get away. She's rather cocky thinking that she has pulled one over on everyone, but I don't play fair nor am I forgiving. When you are ready to deal with her, I will have her abducted and taken to one of my facilities. I'll even let you play with my tools if you so desire," she said wickedly.

Johnny smirked. "You're one of a kind, Helena."

"Don't ever forget it."

"Thank you. Does this mean I owe you?"

She glanced at Eva again. "No. I happen to love torture and she'll deserve it. Ms. Crawford is about to find out that actions have consequences. Good night."

"Good night."

She left and Johnny rubbed the back of his neck. He would never understand Helena and maybe that's why she never gets caught. Her logic is often very misleading.

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The next morning, Frisco strode into Jason's room.

"It's about time you showed up."

Frisco grinned. "Miss me?"

"No."

He chuckled. "What's on your mind?"

"James?"

"He's being handled."

Jason's brow rose. "Where?"

"You don't need to worry about that." There is no way he'll give up those coordinates because James would be a goner.

"But I do because he put me in this bed."

"He'll pay, Jason. That's all you need to know. Anything else?"

Jason uncoiled his fist. "The place you took my children. Is it for sale?"

Frisco laughed. "You know, the great thing about that place is it's a family heirloom. I don't think they'd ever sell, but maybe if you kiss up to the man who owns it, he'll let you use it or even bequeath it to you."

Jason's eyes narrowed. "Who owns it?"

With a wide grin, Frisco leaned closer. "Edward Quartermaine."

Jason's head tiled. "What?"

Frisco chuckled. "Seeing that look on your face was so worth it."

Jason rolled his eyes.

"He bought it for Lila a long time ago. It was their secret place. She loved it there. When she became too frail to go, Robert Scorpio asked if we could use it from time to time as a safe haven and Edward agreed. We paid him, of course, but nowadays, we rarely use it. I thought it was ironic to use it for your kids."

"You're serious, aren't you?"

"As a heart attack…" Frisco said with amusement in his eyes.

"It will be mine."

"I don't doubt it. Is that all?"

Jason nodded.

"James will pay, Jason. The only thing that I ask of you is to keep that little Italian bastard away from my daughter."

Georgie's mouth dropped open. "Dad! What is wrong with you?" She rushed into the room. "Not only is Jason recovering, but you insulted my boyfriend."

"Boyfriend? When the hell did that happen?"

Georgie straightened Jason's blanket and then made him drink some water. "Not only is he the nicest and most respectful man—" Frisco interrupted, "—boy." Georgie's hands found her hips. "He is cute and has great abs." She threw that in there for effect. They had gone swimming and Milo has a great body.

Shocking them, Jason started to laugh.

"Shut it, anger boy. Georgie, can't you see all the danger?"

"Yes, but Milo is not only low profile, but Jason and Sonny don't put him in a lot of danger because his dad is scary."

Jason and Frisco's eyes locked. "Do something about this, Jason."

He shrugged. "Young love—"

Frisco growled. "You suck! And you," he said pointing to Georgie, "this isn't over. I'm calling Mac."

Georgie's mouth dropped open. "You wouldn't!"

Frisco grinned devilishly. "Try me…"

"If you have him arrested, I'll never forgive you!"

Jason crossed his arms across his chest. His arm movements are starting to get better. If he could just get his legs to work everything would be great.

Frisco hurried into the hallway as Georgie scowled. After a long moment, after she cursed under her breath, she remembered Jason and blushed.

"Um, hi."

He smiled. "Hi, Georgie."

"How are you?"

"I'm getting better. How is Milo?"

She blushed scarlet red.

Liz shook her head. "Jason, leave her alone."

Georgie brightened and took Jake from Elizabeth. "How's my guy?"

He grinned as Cam squealed and reached for her.

"They missed you."

Monica moved closer so Cam could say hello.

"I missed them too."

"I saw your father downstairs muttering to himself."

Georgie growled. "He is just—grr"

Liz chuckled. "That good?"

"He doesn't want me with Milo."

"I see. Jason had your back, right?"

His eyes widened as Georgie rolled her eyes.

"Yeah, he was a big help alright."

Monica grinned. "Well, I have rounds."

"Mom, can you do me a favor?"

You couldn't have wiped the smile off Monica's face. "What do you need?"

"Could you bring Edward here?"

Her hand flew to her chest as she stared at him in shock. "You want me to bring Edward Quartermaine here?"

Jason's eyes danced with amusement. "Yes."

Her eyes narrowed. "Is this a trick?"

"No. We have some business."

"Does he know that?"

Jason shook his head.

"It's your funeral."

He broke into a grin. "I think I can take him with no legs."

"He's ornery and mean. I think he'd give you a fight."

"Then I'll make sure I pay Alice off."

Monica smiled. "I'll give him a call, but if it backfires, I don't want to hear one word."

"Deal."

She left and Liz eyed her man. "What was that about?"

"You'll find out soon enough."

Before she could reply, Cam's gaze locked on his father and he started to cry and reach for him, so Elizabeth handed him over.

"Why are you crying, buddy?"

Cam started to babble as Jason raptly listened.

Georgie smiled. "He is so cute with them."

Liz nodded. "He messes with my ovaries."

Georgie's eyes grew large. "Are you thinking about having another one?"

"Not right now, but I do want a little girl."

Georgie smirked. "How exactly do you put in an order for that?"

"I think you would turn red if I told you."

"Now I really want to know."

"No you don't," Jason said.

They interrupted by Milo. "You ready?"

"Yes."

Jason eyed him. "Watch out for Frisco. He might be hiding in a stairwell."

Georgie rolled her eyes as Milo grinned.

"I think I can take him."

"I would hope so. He's like a million years old."

Georgie shook her head. "Let's go."

Liz kissed the boys goodbye. "They are taking them to the park and then they'll bring them back."

He patted the bed. "Get over here, woman."

She grinned. "Does someone want cuddle time?"

He nodded.

"Alright."

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The therapist left so Johnny made his way into the room as his girl wiped her eyes.

"I know that must have been hard."

She nodded.

He grabbed some tissues and handed them to her.

"You found me, right?"

"Yes."

She stared at her covers. "I—I remember." More tears threatened to fall.

"What's the matter?"

"I had given up, Johnny. I told myself that if by some miracle he was still willing to let me live, I'd take James up on his offer."

Johnny sucked in a breath. "You thought I was him."

She gasped as her hand clasped over her mouth. "You knew! How can you even look at me?" She is overcome with shame.

"Because I love you, Eva. I understand. You almost died. I can't even imagine what you went through. You need to understand something, you are it for me. You have my heart."

With a sob, she lurched forward, gripping him like a lifeline as her mother wiped a tear away. While it's hard to see her struggle so much, her girl is fighting and that is all she can ask for.

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Later that day, Edward strode into Jason's room. Their gaze locked and Liz watched them silently do battle.

"Old man…"

"Derelict…" When Edward scowled, Elizabeth totally understands where Jason gets it from. "Why did you summon me?"

"Tell me about the island in Canada, please."

Edward's draw dropped. "How?"

"Frisco arranged to protect our sons and he took them there."

"Sons?"

"This is Elizabeth, my wife."

When Edward seemed unstable, Liz guided him to a chair.

"It's nice to meet you," Liz said.

He stared. "You're beautiful."

She smiled. "Thank you."

His attention went back to his grandson. "You're married?"

"Yes, and we have twin sons."

"My word… Where are they?"

"They should be back soon," Liz said.

His eyes pricked with tears. "I wish Lila could meet them."

"Me too."

"I bought it for her a long time ago. It was our little escape to nowhere. There's a beautiful rose garden and it was so peaceful. When she couldn't go anymore, I couldn't bring myself to visit, but at the same time, I refused to let it go."

"I miss her."

"I would give anything to have her back."

"I want to go there and possibly buy you out and make it our home away from home. We live in Italy. I'm not going to be in the business anymore."

Edward couldn't remember the last time he had a long conversation with Jason. He studied him for a few minutes. "How badly are you hurt?"

"They injected him with implants that paralyzed his body and he couldn't communicate. It will take a while to get his muscles working, but we are giving him something to help it along. We're hoping nothing is permanent, but we'll know more after a month or so," Liz explained.

"Are you a doctor?"

Liz smiled. "I work for WHO as a medical science doctor."

"That's quite impressive."

"Thankfully, it came in handy."

His attention went back to Jason. "So, you're really leaving the business?"

"Yes. My family is just too important to me and this whole mess wasn't even business-related. Sonny pissed off the wrong person and we all paid for it. I'm done."

"Good. I worry about you every day and Lila did too. Are you happy, Jason?"

"Yes."

"It's about time. Monica said you're staying with us for a week until you leave. Are you going back to Italy?"

"No. If anything, we'll go to the island if that's okay with you."

Edward stood. "You'll have the keys by the end of your stay. There is a caretaker that lives in a small house on the island. She is an artist and in exchange for helping, she gets to live there and I buy her paint supplies and give her a stipend. I'm sure she'd do the same for you. She was in her early thirties when she started. Lila recognized her talent and she's quite accomplished. There are times when she goes to visit her extended family, but most of the time she is content there."

"I'm a painter too."

Edward smiled. "Well, then you and Julia will get along famously."

"I'm sure that we will."

Giggling is heard and then Georgie and Milo enter the room.

"They are beautiful," Edward said as he stood.

"Hey, Mr. Q.," Georgie said.

"Hello, Georgie. How are you?"

"I'm great." She moved closer. "This is Cameron, but we call him Cam."

Edward grins and is happy when Cam reaches out for him. Ever so gently he holds him. "Look at that hair."

"He gets that from Elizabeth," Jason said.

"He looks a little like Alan at his age. I'll have to show you a picture when we get to the house."

"This is Jacob," Liz said.

Edwards smiled as he took him in. "Jake?"

"Yes."

"Lila would have been so tickled to meet them."

"Well, if we have a little girl, either her first or middle name will honor her."

Edward's eyes pricked with tears as Monica and Alan smiled.

"Thank you."

They switched and he talked to Jake for a while.

Monica blew Liz a kiss from the doorway.

Liz had just handed Cam to Jason when Sarah rushed into the room.

"Sarah? What are you—" Her words are lost in an embrace as Sarah gripped her tightly.

"I came as soon as I heard. Are you okay?"

Liz frowned. "Heard what?"

"Your kidnapping made national news." She eyed the boys for a second. "I was so scared."

Quickly she moved to Jason's side and kissed Cam and then hugged Jason. "Are you okay?"

"I will be."

"Please tell me that mom and dad don't know," Liz said.

Sarah smirked. "Oh, they know. They'll be here tomorrow."

Liz groaned.

"Are they that bad?" Monica asked as she returned.

"They'll just hover and—"

"You're just jealous because they are crazy about Jason," Sarah said.

Liz's eyes narrowed. "Grams always cooks him whatever he wants."

"Is she coming too?" Jason asked as he perked up.

Sarah grinned. "Yup."

"At least the food will be outstanding."

"Our cook is very good," Edward said.

"Wait until you meet my Grams."

Edward eyed Monica. "Cook wanted to take a short vacation, maybe they can stay with us."

Alan shrugged. "That's fine with me. What do you think, Sarah?"

"I'll make the arrangements."

"Great. We have plenty of room."

"This is going to great!"