It Never Is That Easy

Weeks had passed. Sami was getting used to moving more and more slowly and preparing for the birth of her and Lucas' baby. She still cried a bit every time she thought about it. How could the baby be Lucas' when she felt in her heart that EJ was the father? Lucas had tried to win her back but she had stayed strong. After all she knew all his tricks and his efforts to win her back didn't include any new ideas. Besides after the talk Will had had with them Lucas had made himself scarce. He didn't even hint about taking Will with him any more. His fathers judgemental attitude and reaction hurt her son more than anything Sami had done. Sami returned to that place and time in her mind.

She had returned from the hospital with the news of the paternity of the baby. She had thought that Will would be thrilled to hear news like that but he had been too anxious of his own news he was waiting to tell. Will had asked Lucas to join them and before Sami had had the opportunity to tell Lucas about the baby Will had taken over and made them sit down on the couch. He had walked in circles for a while before stopping and blurting out:

"I think I'm gay."

Sami had blinked once and then again. She and Lucas were sitting in a deep silence which she felt she needed to end.

"Darling what makes you say that?" Sami asked.

"I'm having dreams and feelings and I just know. I just know", Will had explained looking like he wanted nothing more than return to his computer and forget what he had just said.

"Of course you know darling. Only you know how you feel inside and I just hope that who ever you choose to make you happy. I love you Will and nothing is going to change that." Sami went to her first born and hugged him.

"Thanks mum", Will said little surprised. He himself had been pretty rough with his judgement of her mother and her actions but she was willing to stand by him no matter what.

"Dad?" Will turned his eyes on Lucas who was still sitting on the couch stone-faced. All his life Will had looked up to his father and had had his unwavering support. Will was about to experience his first and greatest disappointment caused by his father.

Lucas didn't shout, scream, yell or raised his voice in any way. It all was happening in his head and he was seeing all his plans for his son unravelling.

"I can't deal with this", he just said and stood up making his way to the door.

"Dad?" Wills cry demanded attention.

"Will, I really can't deal with this now. How can you even, it's just so, unnatural.There has to be a mistake. Just let me leave now. I don't want to talk about this now", Lucas said.

"Dad, say something. Say that this doesn't change anything", Will begged.

"I can't. This changes everything." That was the one answer Will couldn't handle. He ran to his room slamming the door shut.

"Now look what you've done!" Sami couldn't help herself hissing at Lucas.

"What I've done?! This was all you Sami. You are behind this!" Lucas' voice was starting to raise again.

"Don't shout. Will can hear us. How do you dare to blame me fro how he feels? Forget it. I don't want to hear your explanations. Just leave."

"Gladly!" Lucas replied and showed his paternity by slamming the door behind him.

Sami shook her head to rid herself of those bad memories. After the way Lucas had behaved Will was actually disappointed to hear that Lucas was also the father of the baby.

"EJ wouldn't do that to his kid", he just said and turned up the volume up in his headphones. Sami agreed with him but held her tongue. She was wishing for something that couldn't be again. Sami remembered how EJ had acted with Stefano and knew that he would be just as loving with his own children one day. Then suddenly Sami realized that what she had seen had happened after EJ had learnt the truth of his biological origin. Genetics isn't everything.

He was back at work again buried under piles of paperwork and planning. EJ was fresh out of new ideas but he didn't want to delegate anything to Kate either. She was acting more and more distasteful with him and EJ had begun to think that he had lost all of his charm. His previous meeting with an influential buyer had affirmed his fears. Nothing EJ had said had evoked a positive response and EJ had crossed the name over from his list of potential client. He was running his fingers trough his hair again and hoping it wouldn't accelerate the thinning out of his hair. The phone rang, it was his private line.

"EJ Wells?"

"Still at the office? That's not a good sign. A young man like you shouldn't spent your evenings at the office. You need to live a little."

"Carson?" EJ asked after he thought he had recognized the voice.

"Yes of course. Were you expecting someone else to call you?"

"No I didn't. I didn't expect anyone to call. How did you get my private number?"

"I have my ways. Look, I'm in town for two more days and I promised my daughter a fancy dinner but I got to check out your competition."

"What does this have to do with me?"

"I need you to keep her company while I go and make some important business decisions."

"Carson, what exactly are you asking of me?" EJ tried to loosen his tie.

"I need you to take my daughter to dinner. Now are you free?"

"Sure, but-"

"Great! I knew you were the right man for the job. The limo will be there in five minutes to pick you up."

"Carson-" Before EJ could object his potential client had hung up on him. His plans for the night had changed dramatically in matter of minutes.

She was hungry and didn't feel like going to the pub so she made her way to the Penthouse Grill. Sami had to fulfil her cravings herself since Will still wasn't moving from his room and Lucas had vanished into thin air. Sami was about to make her order when she saw EJ walking in with a stunning redhead. Sami almost dropped her eyes as she saw how gently EJ touched the woman's back guiding her to the table. He pulled the chair for her and helped her sit before taking his seat. Sami changed her mind deciding to stay and eat in the restaurant. She found a table where she could keep an eye on EJ and his date without them noticing. Her cravings had disappeared. All Sami wanted was EJ and he was having delicious dinner with someone else. Sami watched EJ work his charm and saw the redhead laugh. Even her laugh was beautiful. By the end of their dinner Sami was boiling with rage. She gabbed her handbag and marched to them as they were leaving their table.

"EJ, what a surprise to see you here. And who is this with you?"

"Samantha this is Kandice, Kandice this is Samantha, an old friend of mine. Kandice is the daughter of one of my clients", EJ spoke calmly thought he recognized the signs of danger, "Kandice and I were just leaving. It was good to see you Samantha."

"An old friend? Is that you call all the women you rape and leave alone to care of your babies?" Samantha didn't intend to spit right on Kandices face. Honestly, she didn't.

"EJ, I think I'm going to go and wait for you at the limo", Kandice said wiping her face.

"You do that. Samantha please, don't make a scene", EJ lowered his voice trying to get through that thick Brady skull.

"How could you do this to me EJ?" Sami was crying now, "I want to be with you." EJ grabbed her by the arms and held her at place while saying:

"We both know what happened and what can't be undone."

"I raped Austin and he forgave me. He was even willing to marry me!" Sami was bawling. The tears prevented her from seeing the sharp pain in EJs eyes. He wanted to pull her in his arms and held her tight but it was impossible. He needed to stay strong for the both of them.

"That was different Samantha. Please dry your eyes and I'll call a cab for you", EJ offered but she refused. Shaking her head violently Sami fell down to the floor. EJ picked her up and carried her to the bar. He asked Maggie to take care of Samantha and left.