Hi everyone. So, I hate politics… I hate debates… But here it goes. I even had to look up mayoral duties lol. From what I understand, a mayor has control over the police station but not the DA. Though if Valentin gets in, that might change… so beware. Muahaha.

Unedited because I'm tired... enjoy!

Chapter 30- Sibling Rivalry

A week had passed since the almost wedding and almost cannibalism. Danny would hardly leave his room except to go to Lila's Kids since Jake was there and Cameron would be back next week. Scout had been moody all week since Danny was ignoring her and Wiley came back home just to be taken away again. She slept with Sam every night because she was too scared to be in her room all alone.

On the bright side, Elizabeth was taking merit to everything Sam told her and had talked to Andre about doing a procedure. Sam was next on the list though and was scheduled in a couple of weeks.

Alexis was anxiously anticipating her debate with Valentin and when Sam saw her that week, she had a couple panic attacks, but the good old paper bags that Alexis had on hand helped. Sam thought her election campaign was going well though and saw many signs and stickers with Vote for Davis on them. Although, she also noticed many V-town brochures around town. Lucas had told her he caught Brad looking through one at work. Alexis and Lucas had also been working on their case against Michael and Nelle, but Alexis confided in Sam she was worried with Valentin and the Marchesis taking over all avenues of the system.

The debate would be held at the Port Charles Concert Hall. They were expecting a big turnout and Sam wanted to be there. Drew came over to Sam and Lucas' place to watch Danny, Scout, and Leo since Sam didn't want to take them to Monica's while Nelle was still living there.

When they arrived at the Concert Hall, Sam and Lucas found Alexis, Kristina, and Molly in one of the conference rooms.

Alexis paced back and forth breathing heavily.

"Mom, you're going to be fine!" Kristina said.

"You got this," Molly said. "You're the good Cassadine."

Alexis rubbed her throat. "It's so hot in here. I hope Julian gets back soon with some water."

"Krissy and Molly are right, you have nothing to worry about," Sam said and hugged her. "He's got nothing on you."

"Yeah, the town would be crazy to vote for Valentin," Lucas added. "You definitely have my vote."

There was a tap at the door and Alessandro Marchesi walked in.

"You can't be in here!" Sam shouted.

"I came to wish the beautiful candidate good luck." Alessandra smiled and walked over to Alexis. He reached for her hand and kissed it making eyes at her. "Perhaps we could grab some dessert after the debate."

Alexis ripped her hand away from him. "Or perhaps I could go home with my husband and you could go to jail where you belong!"

"Oh my gosh…" Molly's mouth dropped open. "Did he really just hit on you in front of us?"

He grinned in response. "The DA will not be going to jail."

"Well, you will be going somewhere else if you don't get out of here!" Sam advanced him, but Lucas held her back.

Lucas glared at him. "You heard her. Leave."

He winked at Alexis. "All the best. I look forward to the debate."

He stepped out just as Julian walked in carrying a bottle of water. He scrunched his face. "What is he doing here?"

Alexis rolled her eyes. "Wishing me luck and inviting me out for some dessert."

"I'll kill him. I swear it…" Julian gritted his teeth. "If he hits on you one more time…"

Alexis took the water from him and took a sip. "You should all go get your seats. The front row is reserved for you."

"You kids go on ahead," Julian said. "I'll be right behind her."

After wishing Alexis good luck, Sam, Lucas, Kristina, and Molly made their way out. As they turned a corner, they heard voices.

"Nina," Alessandro said, tucking some hair behind her ear. "It has been too long. Twenty-two years, right?"

Nina cleared her throat. "I suppose."

"And do you have regrets choosing Silas over me?"

"I'm over both of you. As I'm madly in love with Valentin." She pushed him away with one hand. "Now, if you'll excuse me, I have a debate to watch." She walked away.

When they arrived in the auditorium, the place was packed. Many faces they recognized from Patrick and Robin Drake to Sonny and Carly Corinthos. They took a seat in the front row on the left side where TJ and Willow already sat. Nina, Alessandro and Francesco with their wives, Peter August, Nelle, Michael, and Chase sat in the front row on the right side. Harmony, Sasha, and Brad sat in the row behind them.

Sam turned when Maxie tapped her shoulder where she and Spinelli sat with Patrick and Robin.

"This is so weird and creepy I haven't seen Peter since we broke up and I found out he framed you," Maxie said. "But please… if he asks, Spinelli is the father!"

Sam nodded. "Your secret's safe with me."

"Hello, ladies and gentlemen." Sam turned when Lucy spoke into the microphone. "It is with great pleasure that I announce you our candidates for the upcoming mayoral election, Ms. Alexis Davis and Mr. Valentin Cassadine!"

Lucy clapped along with everyone else in the auditorium as Alexis and Valentin took their seats on stage. Lucy handed each of them a microphone.

"Okay, so let's kick things off," Lucy said. "This will be an open forum. Please raise your hand when you'd like to ask a question. Jasper Jacks will be facilitating and will lead up to the front where you may ask your question to the candidates."

"Thank you, Lucy," Jax said into the microphone. "First off, we have Ned Quartermaine." He handed Ned the microphone.

Ned cleared this throat. "This is a question for both candidates. If elected, what would be your first urgent priority?"

Alexis held up her microphone. "Mr. Quartmermaine, my first priority as mayor, would be to reconstruct the Port Charles Police Department. I would look closely at who holds which position…"

When Alexis finished, Valentin smirked before speaking. "Mr. Quartermaine, you raise a very crucial question in today's society. What would be my first priority? It wouldn't be to fix something that hasn't been broken. Unlike Ms. Davis, I wouldn't spend time on the PCPD as it is fine the way it is. My focus would be to re-direct the town into a more socialist society. I will bring a balance and unity to Port Charles by distributing goods and services equally. I will provide better jobs, prosperity and a renewed pride of being a citizen of Port Charles."

"Up next, we have Mr. Felix Dubois," Jax said.

"Thank you," Felix said. "My question is for both candidates. What would you do to ensure more diversity imparity among your staff and employees?"

Alexis cleared her throat. "As Mayor Webber had begun, I would continue to widen out the circle. I would want to hear from a lot of different people, more voices, people from different backgrounds. If I am elected, that is exactly what I will do."

"While listening to people is good," Valentin said. "It's more about actions than about listening. Who suppresses diverse groups? Religious institutions. It's the church. It's the synagogue. They are close minded groups expecting everyone to submit to their theology. I would and will ban these groups."

Whispers echoed through the auditorium.

"Uh…" Alexis cut in. "Mr. Cassadine, the mayor doesn't have the authority to do that."

He simply grinned at her.

"Up next," Jax said. "We have Ms. Samantha McCall."

"My question is for both candidates," Sam said. "What are your plans for the crime in this city? About the recent kidnappings of young children when their abductors are sitting right there getting away with it!"

"Ms. McCall," Alexis said. "As mentioned earlier, my first priority will be reconstructing the police station to ensure that those who break the law are arrested and not released without due trial or bail depending on the law broken. Unfortunately, the mayor has no control over the District Attorney, but I would do my best to keep him in line and speak to the state about his own crimes."

Valentin squinted his eyes at Sam, then spoke, "There is no proof of the supposed recent kidnappings."

"You liar!" Sam shouted.

"But I will ensure that the crime in this city is kept under control. Anyone who does break the law will not get away with it. Such as a reprobate like yourself—"

"Valentin!" Alexis shouted and glared at him.

He smiled again. "If you vote for me, this city will most assuredly be kept under control."