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Not a hundred percent sure that I will be posting tomorrow, but definitely Wed.

Chapter 39

Elizabeth knocked on Johnny's door. A few seconds later, it swung open and she quickly entered. Once it was closed, a pair of arms wrapped around her and she chuckled and put her bag down to hug Kylie properly.

"Elizabeth! I missed you."

"I missed you too. Have you been drawing?"

Kylie nodded and dragged her over to the table.

Liz couldn't wipe the smile off her face. Kylie was more chatty than usual. She wanted to know how Jason was and what Elizabeth had been doing. It was clear that staying in the house all the time was hard on her.

"Color with me."

"Okay."

They began and Liz looked up and saw Katherine. "How are you?"

"I'm good. We're going a little stir crazy, but it's great to see a familiar face."

"Auntie, come sit with us."

Katherine sat across from Elizabeth. "Johnny should be home any minute."

"I'm glad he was able to help you."

"Me too."

The door swung open and Johnny smiled when he saw them. He had two bags in his hands, so Katherine got up and helped him put them on the counter.

Liz smiled. "Hey."

"Hello. How are things going?"

"Pretty good."

"We're coloring," Kylie announced.

"I can see that," he said leaning over her shoulder.

The lights flickered and then went out. Kylie stood and jumped into Johnny's arms.

"It's okay. You're fine," he said as he consoled her.

Liz took out her phone and called the front desk.

"He's coming for me," Kylie said hysterically.

Katherine quickly moved to her side and rubbed her back. "He doesn't know where we are. You are safe."

Liz spoke with the guard downstairs and then ended the call. "Someone hit a pole near the building. Police and ambulances are here. It might be a while before they get it fixed."

"Thanks."

Liz watched as Johnny sat down and cradled Kylie as he gently rocked her. It was heart breaking that she lived in so much fear. She dialed her phone. "Hey."

"You running late?" Cook had moved dinner back and hour which had thrown off their schedule.

"Yeah. I'm at Johnny's. The electricity went down so there are no elevators. Worse comes to worse, I'll hoof it down."

"That's a long way. I'll wait and eat with you."

"No Jason, it's okay."

"I'll wait. Carly is here visiting, anyway."

Liz slightly smiled. "Tell her I said hi. I'll see you soon."

Kylie held out her hand.

"Hold on."

She gave her the phone.

"Jason?"

"Hey Kylie. Are you alright?"

"I'm scared."

"Johnny will protect you. Do you trust him?"

"Yes."

"Good. Will you watch over Elizabeth for me? She doesn't like the dark."

Kylie looked up at Elizabeth who was pacing. "Okay."

"That means you have to be strong for her."

"I will." She handed the phone back to Liz and wiped her face.

Johnny noticed she seemed a little better. "You okay?"

She nodded and then whispered. "Jason said I have to watch out for Elizabeth because she's scared of the dark."

Johnny smiled. "Good idea."

Liz hid her smile as she listened to Jason tell her what he said to help Kylie feel better.

"So, you have to play it off."

"I will. Bye."

There was a loud noise and Liz jumped.

Kylie slid off of Johnny's lap and grabbed her hand. "Will you color some more with me?"

There was light coming in from the balcony, but Katherine had lit some candles too.

"Sure."

Johnny got up so Kylie could sit down. He made a motion with his head so Katherine would follow him.

"What was that about?" she asked once they were in the bedroom.

He explained and she smiled.

"That was a great idea. I checked my voicemail earlier and my sister called."

"Has she heard from Jake?"

"No. She sounded a lot more present and she's getting help."

"Good."

"I just know how much they miss each other. They need to find him so Kylie can get her life back."

"And you too."

He gave her a hug. "I'm fine. You both deserve to be happy."

"Well, you are making that happen. I don't know what we would have done without you."

"You made it very far without me. I think you would have been fine."

"Maybe, but I'm glad that you're in our lives."

"Thank you. I'm pretty fond of you guys too."

She smiled. "We better get back out there."

A half hour later, the lights came on and Elizabeth headed to the mansion.

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Amelia finished studying Kylie's latest scan as Patrick walked towards her.

"What do you have?"

"I've been batting a few ideas around. Look at this," she said pointing to an area of Kylie's brain.

"Brilliant."

"If we can alleviate the pressure, her seizures might go away entirely."

"Due to the location, surgery would be minimally invasive. I'm in."

She smiled. "Alright, I'll make the call." Johnny had notified Patrick to call him to get in touch with Katherine.

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Carly handed Jason some water.

"Thanks."

"After the trial is over, Sonny is going to take me on a vacation."

"Where are you going?"

"He has some friends that own an island."

Jason's brows rose. "Sounds cool."

"What are you going to do with the money you get from the settlement?"

"I don't know. I'm happy working with Francis for now. Maybe I'll buy a business or something. I need to plan for my future."

"I hear ya. The reason I got into nursing was because you can find work just about anywhere and I didn't want to rely on anyone else for money."

Jason nodded. "I want to bring something to the table financially."

"I understand. Elizabeth has money, but you wouldn't want to rely on her. It feels good to have a goal and then achieve it. I think it helps you focus. What kind of business would you want to get into?"

"I don't know. I had a job at a bike shop when I was in high school and I loved it."

"That would be cool. Do you make good money working for Francis?"

"I do alright. I saved most of it. Because I'm his foreman, I do get paid higher than the other guys."

"Well, maybe he might want a partner so he could expand the business."

"We never talked about it."

"Sonny started with a core of workers and he has a big corporation now. You start out small, but think big."

"All I've had time for is thinking. I'm ready to go."

"Are you allowed to walk on your foot?"

"Yeah, but not without the crutches and I still have to wear the boot. Dante is working with me. I still have some swelling to contend with."

"Well, it sounds like you are almost out of that boot."

"That's what he says. I can't wait. I don't care if I'm limping."

Carly smiled.

Liz walked into the room. "Hey guys."

"Hey," Carly said.

"Did I miss anything good?"

Carly stood. "Nope. Tracy was even boring."

"She's on her best behavior right now," Jason said. "It won't last long."

"I have a dinner date, so I'll see you guys soon."

Liz smiled and sat next to Jason. "You hungry?"

"Starved."

"Let's go then."

She grabbed his crutch and they made their way downstairs.

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Andrea fed Jeff a strawberry with whipped cream. Her mother had left town and now her husband had her full attention.

"Mmmmm," he moaned after taking another bite.

She licked her lips and then straddled him.

"I missed you," he said softly.

"Never again." She unbuttoned her shirt and slipped it off. "This is yours. It was always meant for you."

His eyes narrowed. "You are so sexy."

She kissed him passionately as he slid her closer and then stood and carried her to the bedroom, carefully placing her on top of the comforter.

"I love you," he said softly.

"I love you too."

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Jason and Elizabeth finished eating and Lila joined them for dessert.

"I think Cook has picked up on your chocolate addition," Lila said.

Liz smiled. "That's fine by me."

"Will you be joining us for breakfast?"

Jason almost choked on his drink.

"What? I might be old, but I'm not blind."

Liz chuckled. "Yes."

"Good. We're glad to have you."

Jason shook his head.

"You might as well get used to everyone knowing your business. It's the Q way."

"I'll try to remember that."

Emily breezed into the room. "I hope you saved me some."

Alice smiled. "I'll be right back."

She plopped next to Jason and kissed his cheek. "How's my gorgeous brother doing?"

"Good."

"Glad to hear it."

"How's Steven?" Lila asked.

Emily grinned. She had found out her secret. "Handsome as ever."

"I think you make a splendid couple."

"Thank you, grandmother."

"I'm gonna need his number," Jason said.

Emily frowned. "For what?"

"To make sure that he understands that he needs to treat you right."

"Don't you even think of scaring him away!"

"Emily, he has a reputation."

"He's mostly talk."

Jason wasn't convinced.

"He has a big heart, but he just protects it. Did you really think he stood a chance once I put my mind to it?"

Jason slightly smiled. "No."

"Then it's settled. Steven Webber is going to be my boyfriend whether he likes it or not."

Lila chuckled. "That's the Quartermaine spirit."

"Bring him to dinner and if he survives being fed to the wolves, maybe I'll back down," Jason said.

Emily rolled her eyes.

Monica walked into the room. "Hello everyone."

"Hi," they said.

"How was your day?" Lila asked.

"Busy. I had two long surgeries."

"Are you hungry?" Alice asked.

"No thank you. I ate at the hospital with Alan. He should be home soon. Elizabeth, it's nice to see you."

"Thank you."

Jason got up to use the bathroom.

"He's moving a little faster," Monica noted.

"He'll be back on that motorcycle before you know it," Lila said.

"Bite your tongue."

Emily looked at Liz and they both chuckled.

Jason ran into Edward who asked him to follow him into the study. They got comfortable before Edward began to speak.

"I'm glad that you're back. I know it has been hard."

"It has."

"Alan hasn't been this happy in a long time. How long were you thinking of staying?"

Jason shrugged. "I'm not sure. Right now, I'm good." He was surprised that he had even said it, but it just felt right.

"I'm glad to hear that. You're always welcome here. If you need more privacy, there is always the cottage or we could turn the boathouse into an apartment of sorts."

Jason slightly smiled. "The room is fine. Elizabeth has her place if I need to get away."

"I'm glad you found her. She's a keeper."

"I know. I just don't want to screw it up."

"You're going to make mistakes. That's a given, but never go to bed mad and really listen to her and I think you will be fine."

"How is it going with Johnny's company?"

"Good. He found some holes in our armor and fixed them. You know, if you're ever interested in the business, all you have to do is ask."

"I don't think I'm cut out for that."

"You're smart. I think you could do whatever you put your mind too."

"Thanks."

The door pushed open. "I wondered where you had disappeared to," Lila said.

"Just chatting with my grandson."

Lila smiled. "The girls are going to take a dip in the lake. Jason, why don't you join me on the porch?"

"Okay."

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Jason sat down in a chair and watched Elizabeth take off her shirt and shorts, revealing a bikini. She looked beautiful and he couldn't help but stare. Emily grabbed her hand and pulled her to the water before running in.

"Ewww. What did I just step on?"

"It's better not to think about it. Come on."

Elizabeth made a face, making Emily laugh.

Steven walked out on the porch. "I got a call that someone needed some mayhem."

Lila chuckled. "I think she called the right person."

"I'm up for it," he said running towards them. He ripped off his shirt and scooped up his sister and threw her into the water.

She broke through the surface with a scowl on her face. "Steven Webber! What are you doing here?"

"I was hot?"

Emily's brow went up.

"What?"

Felix soon joined them.

"Hey," Liz said before giving him a hug. "I can't believe you came."

"I did and I brought someone with me." They looked at the porch where Lucas was talking to Jason and Lila.

"Awesome! Oh—my—God!" she squealed.

Patrick laughed and waved. When Emily had called, Epiphany was so excited to briefly get out of the house, that he could barely contain her.

She grinned and sat next to Jason who reached out and took her hand, giving it a little squeeze.

"I'm am so happy that you are doing well," Lila said.

"Me too. I'm still slow, but I haven't been out of the house."

Lila watched Patrick fuss over her, making sure she had water and was comfortable.

"You should go in," Piph said softly.

"Are you sure."

"Go have fun."

He smiled and ran towards the water. The sun was going down, but luckily, the Q's had installed some lights.

"He's a good man."

Piph watched him rip off his shirt and run into the water. "Yes, he is."

"I'm happy for you," Lila said making Piph grin.

"You don't miss much, do you?"

Jason made a noise. "She doesn't miss anything."

"How are you?"

"I'm good."

"When do you lose the crutch?" she asked.

"Another week or so."

"I know you are counting the days."

Jason nodded. "Definitely."

They watched Liz slip onto Patrick's shoulders and Emily slip onto Lucas's and the girls did battle.

"What did I miss?" Sarah asked.

"Hey!" Piph said. Sarah gave her a hug.

"What's up?" Jason asked Francis.

"Nothing much."

"You coming in?" Sarah asked.

"In a little bit."

Sarah went down to the water and Jason and Piph stared at Francis.

"What?"

"Are you two together now?"

"They like each other," Lila said.

Everyone's gaze went to her, making Alice grin.

"What?"

Jason shook his head.

"Nothing is going on. We're just friends," Sarah said.

"Until you're not," Piph said.

Patrick ran up to them and grabbed an ice cold water and chugged it. Alice had brought out some drinks and snacks. He put down the bottle and kissed Piph and then ran back to the crowd.

"Now who has some explaining to do?" Francis asked.

"I just got it like that."

Lila giggled.

"I can't argue with that. It's good to see you."

"Likewise. Make her happy Francis. She really deserves it."

"I agree." He stood. "I better get down there."

Elizabeth ran towards them wrapped in a towel. She kissed Piph and then sat on Jason's lap.

"Hi."

He smiled. "Hi."

"Am I getting you wet?"

"I don't care."

She gave him a quick peck and then laid against his shoulder. There was a scream and they looked towards the water. Patrick had thrown Sarah in.

"Is there any staff left at the hospital?" Piph asked.

"Yup. I told Felix to round up who he could. Luckily, it was quiet today."

"Well, I think it was an excellent idea," Lila said.