AN: I didn't remember all the details of Logan's death, but I think I got close.

Three days later they caught the launch over to Wyndemere. They gathered in Nikolas' living room and snacked on h'or d'ovres, waiting for Diane.

She arrived last. "I assume everyone understands that at this moment I am acting as all of your attorney and everything said in this meeting is privileged." Everyone nodded. "Well, then this meeting was Mr. Morgan's idea, so…"

"Thanks, Diane. I think everyone knows that we're meeting because of Logan Hayes' death. I think we've all been working on our own and possibly undermining each other, so I think we need to work together to find a satisfactory conclusion." He sat down. "And first, I think everyone needs to know what really happened. So, Maxie…"

Spinelli squeezed her hand reassuringly. Maxie told the others about Logan's attack on her quickly but in its entirety.

She looked to Lulu, who had been listening quietly, nodding on occasion. "Your turn, Lulu."

"I was at Johnny's," she began, "waiting for him to come home. I went out to the balcony and I could see Logan and Maxie through the window. I tried to call Lucky, but he didn't answer his phone. Then I tried Johnny, but he wasn't answering either. I looked again and Logan was gone. Maxie was lying on the floor, so I called Crimson. I guess I thought I might wake her up or something. Then someone was pounding on the door." She took a deep breath. "It was Logan. I wouldn't let him in so he got the axe from the firebox, or somewhere, and he chopped down the door. He was yelling all kinds of stuff and I had grabbed a knife because I was scared and he ran at me, and I guess he ran into the knife and he just kind of crumpled to the ground and he was dead." Lulu wiped tears from her eyes.

Nikolas and Claudia shared identical expressions of shock.

"So, I guess everyone knew about this excepted for Lulu's brother!" Nikolas shouted.

"Hey, I didn't know either." Claudia defended herself.

"Johnny and I got there right after." Maxie said. "And you, Claudia, got there right after us."

"And Johnny told me that he killed Logan." Claudia remembered. "So he and I got rid of the evidence. Evidence that could have proven self-defense."

"And Maxie and I went to Kelly's to fake a fight." Lulu added.

"Wait," Nikolas interrupted, "how did Jason and Spinelli find out?"

Maxie raised her hand. "Anthony Zacchara threatened me. I was really scared, so I went to Spinelli."

Spinelli gave her shoulders a quick squeeze. "Now, what is the plan? How do we protect the Mob Prince, the Blonde One, and Maximista?"

"That's why I wanted this meeting." Jason spoke up. "We've been running in all directions and we need to come to a consensus. We wield a lot of influence and money. Maxie and Lulu are already under my protection, but that doesn't help with a murder trial."

Nikolas turned to Diane. "Ms. Miller, you're the attorney. What do you think?'

"Well, I believe the events that night were fairly straightforward. Mr. Hayes was killed by Miss Spencer in self-defense. Miss Jones was emotionally traumatized when she agreed to the cover up. The problem is the cover up."

"How could I have been such an idiot?" Claudia muttered.

"Couldn't we get some really great doctor to say that Johnny is like damaged or something from raised by a gangster?" Maxie suggested.

"True." Nikolas agreed. "They all had screwed up childhoods."

"Wouldn't we all end up in Shadybrook?" Lulu asked.

"Not if we show that you're not currently a threat to yourselves or others." Jason told her.

"The first thing we have to do is motion to change venues. There's no way we can get a fair trial in Port Charles. Lulu will have to come forward, as will Maxie, and we would go from there."

"Well then, Ms. Miller, I would like to officially hire you as Lulu's attorney." Nikolas shook her hand.

"I'll speak with John." Claudia added. "But I know he'll agree."

The meeting broke up. Lulu came over to Maxie and Spinelli.

"I was watching you two." She smiled. "So, when's the wedding?"

"We're not getting married." Maxie answered. "At least, not yet."

Spinelli wrapped his arms around her and rested his chin on her shoulder.

"Oh. Then, how's the baby?"

'Fine. It's started kicking."

"Can you feel it?"

"The Jackal cannot, although Maximista has tried?"

"He just never seems to get there in time."

"How's work going?"

"Find. Kate said to tell you that your job is still waiting for you. I think she really wants to have you back before I have the baby."

"Probably, I feel bad that I missed the wedding."

"The wedding of Mr. Sir and the Fashionista was lovely."

"Honestly," Maxie whispered conspiratorially, "I wasn't crazy about her dress."

"Really?"

"It just wasn't right for her. I think she micromanaged too much. But if you say a word, I'll get you fired."

Lulu laughed. "I saw pictures. I may not know about fashion, but I hated that dress." She looked around the room. "When I was a little girl, I used to imagine getting married here."

"Yeah?" Maxie shrugged. "I always liked the gazebo in the park. But here, I guess you could go princess."

"Women actually dream these things?" Spinelli asked.

They laughed.

"Of course, Spinelli." Maxie leaned her head back for a kiss.

Spinelli's phone rang. "Oh, it is my surprise sibling. One moment."

"Who?"

"Robin. Didn't we tell you? My Uncle Robert is Spinelli's dad."

"Really?"

"Maximista?" Spinelli rejoined them. "My Paternal One is leaving town. If we wish to say goodbye…"

"Let's go. Lulu, will you tell Jason?"

"Sure. Go."

--

They hurried into Mac's house, joining Robin, Patrick, Mac, Robert, and…

"Aunt Anna! You're back!" Maxie ran into Anna's arms.

"How are you, Maxie?" She looked down. "You're pregnant?"

"Yeah. I guess you missed that. Have you met Spinelli?"

"Oh yes. How have you been Mr. Spinelli?"

"The Jackal is well." He turned to Robin who was busy lecturing Robert about getting checked out.

"Even though you're in remission, you still have to…"

"I know, Robin. I promise I'll go to the doctor." He turned. "Damien! Came to say goodbye?"

"Yes. Are you sure?"

"I'm positive, kid. But it's been wonderful." Robert picked up his bag. "I'll come back to meet those grandchildren of mine." He kissed Robin and Maxie, shook Patrick's hand, and after hugs for Mac and Spinelli, he took off.

"Dinner?" Mac suggested.

"Did he say grandchildren?" Anna asked.