Chapter 9

Matt reviewed the notes one last time and then rubbed his eyes. The notes stated that Robin's coma had been caused by postpartum eclampsia. The biggest hurdle he had to cross was finding a drug combination that wouldn't interfere with her HIV protocol. Robin had done some work on this particular issue prior to her kidnapping and Jerry had somehow gotten copies of her notes.

Matt had barely slept in the past week since he had been brought here to save his sister-in-law but it would be worth it if this drug therapy worked. Working off of Robin's notes, he thought he finally had the solution. He could sleep after she was cured and home with her family. He took the vial from the centrifuge. It was ready.

He walked down the hall to Robin's room. The physical therapist was just finishing up. Jerry had made sure that she had daily PT to avoid atrophy in the muscles. Matt walked over and prepared the injection.

"I thought I made it clear that I wanted to be here before any medicine was administered. I want mine to be first face she sees when she wakes up Dr. Hunter." Jerry was not happy that he had to hear from a guard that Matt was headed to Robin's room with the medicine. Matt's release was the final favor he extracted from Victor Cassadine and it would be worth it if Robin's was returned to him but the young doctor's insolence was already wearing thin.

"I apologize" Matt answered sarcastically, "I thought it was more important to give her the medicine and cure her."

"I'll let it go – this time Dr. Hunter. Please administer your treatment."

"She won't wake up right away; it may take up to 24 hours. I'll let you know if anything changes."

"I want to know the moment she begins to wake up – the exact moment!" Jerry stormed out of the room.

"You need to wake up Robin. You need to wake up so that we can make a plan and get you the hell out of here. We need to get you away from Jerry and home to Patrick and the kids."

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Getting onto the island was surprisingly easy. The docks were unguarded and there were no cameras. They didn't even see a guard until they approached the main building. The guard was relaxing in a chair by the front door and Jason took him out in 10 seconds flat. It was apparent that Jerry was convinced that he was perfectly safe and hidden and in no danger of being found. For once Jerry's cockiness was working in their favor.

Patrick went inside the two-story complex with Sam, Jason and Nikolas. Mac, Anna and Robert were dealing with any outside guards and disabling the alarm system. Sonny had stayed behind with Noah to get things ready for Robin. Whether she was awake or still in a coma, she would need an exam and medical attention. Noah was her best hope until they could get her to General Hospital for a full work up.

Patrick and Nikolas took the stairs to the second story and began their search. Walking down the hall, Patrick kept his eyes open and was listening intently for the sound of the heart monitor. He knew that even if Robin were awake she would still be hooked up to the machine. All of sudden he stopped. Signaling to Nikolas, Patrick opened the door to a room near the end of the hall.

"Matt!"

Matt sat up and smiled at the sight of his big brother standing in the doorway. He was rather shocked to also see a gun in his hands but Patrick quickly put it down and hugged his brother. Over Patrick's shoulder Matt saw Nikolas standing guard just outside the door.

"Are you ok?"

"I'm fine, Patrick."

He looked down at his wife, lying in the hospital bed, "And Robin? Were you able to…"

"I administered the treatment 4 hours ago. Jerry wants to know the minute she wakes up. He wants to be the first face she sees." The disdain Matt felt for Jerry was evident to Patrick.

"We're getting out of here. Unhook the IV bag; we'll bring it with us. I have her drug protocol waiting with dad at Sonny's house…"

"Don't you ever say please?" Robin's voice stopped Patrick's orders. She sounded weak but aware of what was going on around her. He sighed in relief; he had waited over a year to hear that beautiful voice again.

He kissed her. "Welcome back, sleeping beauty. Not another word, just rest. Let's get you home."

All of a sudden there was a shot in the hallway and Nikolas was dragged out of sight.

"Not so fast Dr. Drake. The only place dear Dr. Robin is going is with me."