Chapter 35

Jason opened the door and Sonny entered. "What happened?"

Sonny walked past Jason and Max followed. "Rick didn't say anything unusual… well nothing unusual for Rick. Still, I have a feeling he is involved." Sonny said.

"We can't do anything unless we know for sure." Jason said.

"He seemed overly… smug." Sonny added. "I think he is the least of our worries anyway. At least we believe that he is the middle man so that helps. We can deal with Rick after we deal with everyone else involved."

"What do you think their next move is?" Max asked.

"I think it is going to be soon. We need to be ready." Jason said.

Sonny nodded. "We need to keep the increased security on all properties and our families… especially yours since Lucky and Sam… and probably Rick are involved. We can add a tail to Rick but I don't think it will do much good."

"I want to be informed if any of them go near any of the properties or Elizabeth and the boys. I want to be the first call, it is because of me that they are doing this and I want to take care of the situation." Jason said.

"It's not because of you Jason, you did not have Rick contact them and get involved with the Perez's." Sonny said.

Jason put his hand up, "But the reason Sam and Lucky are involved is because of their need for revenge against me and Elizabeth… and they are the immediate threat. Do we have any knowledge of the Perez family visiting Port Charles?"

"Not as of now, no." Max answered.

"I want to have a meeting first thing in the morning to discuss everything." Sonny said walking toward the door.

"I will have an update on Lucky's movements." Max added following Sonny. "See ya."

"Bye." Jason and Sonny said in unison.

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"Dearly beloved, we are gathered here in the sight of God, and in the presence of these witnesses, to join together this man and this woman in holy matrimony; which is an honorable estate, instituted of God. It is therefore not to be entered into unadvisedly, but reverently, discreetly, and in the fear of God. Into this holy estate these two persons come now to be joined. The commitment made between these two people affects all of you. So, before this man and woman enter into the everlasting covenant of marriage, they ask each of you for your support. If there is anyone who objects to this union, let them speak now or forever hold their peace." The minister said.

Elizabeth stood with her hands in Jason's. He was wearing a full tuxedo and she was wearing a beautiful wedding dress that was fit for a princess. Elizabeth looked around at the guests then back into Jason's eyes.

The minister was about to continue when he looked past the couple he was marrying and gasped. His gasp caused the guests as well as the bride and groom to turn and look at the rear of the church. Lucky was standing there holding a gun pointed at Jason. He quickly squeezed the trigger sending a bullet into Jason's chest.

Lucky ran from the church as Elizabeth dropped to the ground beside Jason. "No JASON! No… no…. no… no…."

"Elizabeth?" Jason repeated as he climbed into bed.

Her eyes flew open and at the sight of Jason climbing into the bed she flung her body onto his. She did not usually have bad dreams, actually she didn't usually remember her dreams enough o remember if they were bad or good. She knew that she had the dream because she was scared of how this whole thing with Lucky and Rick was going to turn out. She kept reminding herself that Jason would not let anything happen to her and the boys… and himself as well.

"You ok?" he asked.

She nodded her head. "I must have dozed off for a few minutes. I had a really bad dream… but it's ok now that you are here."

"What was it about?" he asked.

"Nothing to worry about." She quickly changed the subject, "How did it go with Sonny?"

"Ok, nothing concrete on Rick but we are pretty sure that he is involved. I need you to know that in the end Rick and Lucky may not be…"

Before he could finish she answered, "Yes, I know." She reached for his hand and linked her fingers in his. "I love you."

He bent his head and kissed the top of her head. "I love you too."

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Elizabeth was still sleeping when Jason woke up the next morning. After watching her sleep for a bit he finally got his day started. The boys were still sleeping as well and not wanting to disturb any of them he left Elizabeth a note and headed to meet Sonny.

His meeting with Sonny was uneventful, no new information and until they made another move there was nothing that could be done except monitor everything. He called Dianne and asked her to take care of the adoption process then decided to go visit Spinelli to see if anything new had been discovered.

"No Stonecold, I have yet to find any new information. The maladjusted exes have yet to make another move."

Jason nodded. "Spinelli, I have been meaning to talk to you about something."

Spinelli's head popped up, "What can I assist you with?"

"It's about the Penthouse."

Spinelli's hands flew up, "I'm sorry Stonecold, I have been meaning to commence searching for a new domicile, I have just been busy the last few days…"

"Spinelli, I am not asking you to leave. I just wanted to let you know that I am not going to sell the Penthouse… at least night right now… so you are welcome to stay here for now."

Spinelli's jaw dropped, "Stonecold, you are giving me your Penthouse?"

"NO, but you can stay here as long as I own it and you work for me. Just no parties and take care of the place for me."

"Your generosity is overwhelming."

Jason rolled his eyes and nodded his head as his cell rang, he sighed when he saw that it was Carly.

"What do you need Carly?" he muttered into the phone.

"I wanted to make sure you are coming to my party on New Years." Carly said.

"What party Carly?"

"The one at the Metro Court, me and Jax are throwing it."

"I don't think so Carly, I may already have plans, I am not sure… plus I don't think we can get a babysitter in 2 days."

"Excuse me, I will find you a babysitter, or you could just leave Lizzie at home, she doesn't have to come with you." Carly snipped.

"Carly!"

"Geez Jason, I was only kidding."

"We will try to make it." Jason said.

Carly huffed through the phone, "Jase, you will be there if I have to call miss perfect myself and…"

"Carly, you are not helping your case. I will talk to Elizabeth and let you know."

"You are unbelievable Jason, I cannot believe how whipped she has you. It's pathetic."

"CARLY!"

"Fine, let me know…" before she could finish he ended the call.