I'm so sorry I didn't update last weekend. Nasty stomach bug making the rounds in the house and of course, Mom is the last one to get it. Hope you enjoy. Please respond! I'm not a lawyer, so I don't pretend if things are correct.
Chapter 14
The next morning Jason, Elizabeth and Diane meet promptly outside of Alexis's office.
"Do you know what you are doing?" Asked Diane, making sure her client knew what she was about to admit to.
"Yes. I want this out and in the open. I need to clear my conscience if Jason and I are going to be a true family with the boys."
Alright, then. Lets go."
Before Diane could even knock on the door, Alexis opened her office door to the surprise of the three adults.
"I thought I heard voices. Come in." she motions them to sit. "So what's up that all three of you need to visit me this morning?"
Elizabeth slid to Alexis Jake's new birth certificate.
"Oh, this is interesting. Not sure how they messed this up, but I can have it fixed. You didn't need you Diane for this."
"Alexis, the birth certificate is correct, now."
"Oh......Ohh......OH. Well this is certainly an interesting turn of events."
"Where do we go from here Alexis?" asked the shaking mother of two.
Alexis pauses for a moment, a pained expression flashes across her face and she ponders the words about to exit her mouth.
"While I would love to look the other way, the state feels very different regarding perjury. Where you and Jason both aware of what you were doing when you were on the stand?"
"At that time, we had already agreed that it would be better if everyone believed that Jake was Lucky's son. I honestly had hoped that Ric wouldn't take his line of questioning down that path, but with his hatred of Jason and his obsession for me, he couldn't resist I guess."
"OK, well first thing is you will have to be formally arrested and processed."
"Elizabeth, I will take care getting you released as soon as possible. Alexis, how much will the state be charging for bail?"
"Umm, perjury in court of law. First offense. $25 thousand."
"Done, shall we move on?"
"Let me get an officer." Alexis exits her office.
Jason holds Elizabeth's hand as she blinks back the tears.
"Don't worry. You will be in and out of here in no time. I won't leave your side."
Suddenly they turn their attention to Alexis standing in the doorway. They all notice the very solemn expression on her face as she walks towards her desk.
"Elizabeth, I really sorry about this." she says as she looks toward her door.
Elizabeth, Jason and Diane then turn their direction to the office door to find Lucky standing there with handcuffs in his hand.
"Absolutely not Alexis. This is a clear cut case of conflict of interest. I demand that a different officer arrest my client. One that is not her ex-husband."
"I'm sorry. All the other officers available are handling a multi-vehicle accident off Baxter."
"What about Mac." demanded the already tense enforcer.
"In a meeting with the Mayor."
"Then we wait."
"No Diane, it's fine. Lets get this over with so we can go home. I don't want Spinelli to get to overwhelmed with the boys."
"You left our children with that junior mobster. Great parenting skills."
"Officer Spencer, I suggest you check your personal life at the door and do your job."
"For your information, Officer Spencer, I left MY son and JASON's son with Spinelli. He happens to be really good with the boys. Not that I owe you any explanation."
With deep sarcasm dripping from his lips Lucky read Elizabeth her rights. "Elizabeth Webber – you are under arrest for committing perjury in a court of law. You have the right to remain silent. Anything you say can and will be used against you in a court of law. You have the right to have an attorney present during questioning. If you cannot afford an attorney, one will be appointed for you. Do you understand these rights."
"Yes. Lucky?"
"Yeah."
"Fuck You."
Lucky led Elizabeth out of Alexis office to process her. She is finger printed, her mug shot is taken, her possessions are removed. She hesitates when she must remove her engagement ring. She eyes Lucky fingering the slender band in his fingers.
"I will take her belongings. She is to be released within the hour. Alexis said to put her in the holding room."
"I'm coming in with her Lucky."
"I don't think so Mr. Morgan. Ms. Webber can sit in there alone for her time being. If you don't like it, I suggest you speak with my supervisor. Oh, darn – he's in a meeting with the Mayor."
"Jason, I will be fine. Why don't you call the Spinelli and we can make plans for the afternoon with the boys."
Lucky almost to roughly ushers Elizabeth into the holding room and forces her sit in her seat. She refuses to show any emotion to this man. Her head remains held high and her gaze is in Jason's direction – even after the door is shut. Her attention is diverted to the sound of hands clapping.
"Congratulations Ms. Webber. Jason Morgan has officially ruined your life.......What no comment."
"No RICK – I elect to say nothing to you without my attorney present."
"Spoken like a true mob moll."
"You bastard....You know what, I don't care what you say. My children are happy. I'm happy and my conscience is clear. I'm the one who made this mess and I will face the consequences."
"Officer Spencer, I certainly hope you are questioning my client without her attorney present."
"How do you sleep at night – knowing who you represent?"
"In a large bed with exquisite linens. Why?"
Lucky leaves in huff while Elizabeth tries to stifle her laugh.
"Thanks Diane."
"Don't mention it. This has actually been easier that dealing with Jason."
"Are you certain that Jason can't be in here with me?"
"Who told you that worthless dribble – never mind. Let me get him for you."
Ask Lucky closes the door to the holding room, he catches the cold stare coming from Jason's direction.
"Problem Morgan?"
"That was a load of bull shit Lucky. You know damn well I can go in there with her."
"Yeah, I guess you are right. Then again, you're well versed in the law. But see Elizabeth isn't. But the longer she is with you, she will be. Guess it will be a good thing for me to get custody of my boys."
"Jake is my son. You know that. The certificate says it and obviously the DA is aware of it as my fiancé was just arrested for perjury. Remember this Spencer. You did this. Elizabeth and I wanted this work out for all of us. Nothing was going to change with you and the boys. But you couldn't handle it or you just don't want to accept the truth. Elizabeth is with me. She is going to marry me and I am going to be Cameron's father...at least one the papers are filed."
Before Jason could continue any further, he noticed Diane signaling for him to come over. Jason walked into the holding room into Elizabeth's arms, leaving Lucky fuming. Jason held Elizabeth in his arms. He could feel her pulse racing and she was unsuccessfully trying to control her breathing. Jason let his fingers run through her hair while his other hand was rubbing small circles at the center of her back. Elizabeth stiffened when she saw Alexis walking towards the holding room.
"Your paperwork is being processed now. I just need to go over a few things with you. In lieu of a bail hearing, you will be released on $25 thousand dollars bond. You must surrender your passport and if you need to leave the state for any reason between now and your trial – you must notify my office ten days in advance for approval. My office will contact Diane's when we have a trial date. I'm going to push this to happen as soon as possible. Elizabeth, I want you to know first hand, that I don't want this to go to trial. I understand why you did what you did. I'm more so grateful that I am the DA instead of Rick. He would make this personal just to spite Jason."
"I appreciate everything you are trying to do. None of this would have ever happened if I hadn't lied on the stand"
"People face impossible decision everyday & the day after you wish you did thing differently."
"Alexis, I have one question to ask you. Lucky is planning on suing me for full custody of the boys. Has he come to you for representation?"
"No he hasn't. I can tell you right no, while I don't like what Jason allegedly does for a living, he isn't Sonny. I see that he loves you & those boys and I know that you are aware of what you are getting into. If Lucky were to come to me for representation, I would turn him down. I participate in a child custody case after Rick took Molly from me for his own personal reasons."
"Thank you Alexis."
"I'm not doing this for you Jason or even Elizabeth. I doing it for those boys. They are the ones that wouldn't understand. They are the ones that will be hurt.......Elizabeth, lets sign you out so you can go home. Diane will bring me your passport the end of business today."
"Lets go Ms. Webber."
Jason, Diane, Elizabeth and Alexis exit the holding room. Lucky is at the far end of the station – unnoticed. He watches the intimate gestures between Jason and Elizabeth. He grows more angry than before. He tells himself, "she will come back to me."
Jason and Elizabeth exit the police station and climb into the car. Jason pulls out her belongings, namely, the engagement ring. He slides it back on her slender finger and kisses her palm. He tells her everything will be ok. They exchange "I love yous and share a few chaste kisses before interlocking their fingers and driving home to their family.
The ride home was mostly quiet with the exception of the minor small talk regarding their afternoon plans.
"Do you want to go to Kelly's for lunch and then maybe the park afterwards."
"Nah, it's too cold for the park. There is something that we should do this evening though."
"Yeah, I know your right. Because you know it will be in the paper."
"And that would be a horrible way to find out."
"I will call Monica and see if she is available for dinner tonight."
"She should hear from us that she has a grandson, not from the paper. Now, what do we do about your grandfather?"
"We are going to do anything. I will handle the old man on my own."
"Well, I'm sure they will handle our relationship better than Grams did."
"Have you heard from her?"
"No, she still won't return my phone calls."
"I'm so sorry Elizabeth. I feel like I have caused so much upheaval in your life already."
"Don't apologize. This is my doing. If I had been strong enough to tell you that you were Jake's father at the very beginning, this wouldn't be happening. We wouldn't have wasted all this time we could have spent together and maybe people wouldn't have gotten hurt as much."
"How about for the rest of the day, we don't discuss this. I want you to be happy and relaxed."
"Ok, fine."
Jason and Elizabeth arrived to the house. Elizabeth was actually looking forward to hugging her two boys. When they walked into the house, Spinelli immediately gave them the finger to be quiet.
"The progenies are in their respected rooms asleep for their naps."
"You know what, why don't you go upstairs and take a nap, Spinelli and I need to take care of some things back at the Penthouse."
"OK, I am a little tired. Call me when you are on your way back. I love you. Spinelli, thank you so much for taking care of the boys."
"My pleasure Maternal One."
"I will see you in a few hours."
Jason practically drags Spinelli out of the house and into the car.
"Where are we going Stone Cold?"
"Crimson."
Jason began explaining his plan to Spinelli and how he was going to help. Spinelli gladly obliged but was a little unsure if his partner in crime would be so open to the task. As they arrived to the Metro Court, Spinelli began to get increasingly nervous on the elevator ride up to the Crimson office.
"Remember, tell her what I want and that cost is not an issue, while I talk with Kate."
"Yes, Stone Cold, but don't you think you should speak to Fair Maxi-"
"No you are. She is your best friend and honestly she owes me one and Elizabeth."
As they stepped off the elevators, Jason was actually pleased to see that Lulu wasn't there. He had already dealt with enough Spencer's for one day.
"Wow Jason, did you run out of jeans and t-shirts or something."
"Hi Maxie, is Kate around?"
"Yeah, but why would you want to see her? Please don't tell me you are going to try and convince her to get back together with Sonny, cause the last time nearly killed her and my career."
"MAXIE. Can I see her or not?"
"Well when you ask like that, fine. Kate, Jason Morgan to see you. She said you can go in."
"Thanks. Spinelli, talk to her."
Jason entered Kate's office and was greeted with her terse smile.
"Jason. I can't possibly guess as to why you would be in my office this afternoon."
"I need a dress."
"I don't believe I understand."
"I need a wedding dress. Look, I'm not good with this thing. Elizabeth and I are engaged and there are a lot of things going on right now, so I want to plan the wedding as a surprise. Here are her measurements. I peaked at her clothes so I hope this enough. Nothing flashy. That isn't Elizabeth. We have both been married before to other people, but this is the last time. I don't care about the cost. I just want to do something that will make her smile. But this stays between you and me, only."
Kate couldn't help but tear up at Jason's sentiment. Sonny couldn't really be bothered to even help plan their wedding and Jason was planning the whole thing as a surprise to the woman he loved.
"Jason, I will find her a dress. I think these measurements will do. Do you have a picture of her that I can borrow. Since she isn't going to actually be trying on dresses, the designers will want a picture of her to help them in their search."
"Sure, I understand. I will send one over later this evening."
"Is there anything else that I can help with?"
"I'm not sure, if there is I will know where to go. Thanks."
On the other side of the door Spinelli was having a harder time just forming his question.
"What was that about and why is Jason in my bosses office. Is she in trouble, am I in trouble. Spinelli, tell me what is going on."
Maximista would do herself good to calm down. Stone Cold is just um chatting with the Fashionable One. But the Jackal does have a few questions for you."
"OK, like what?"
"Do you appreciate Stone Cold?"
"Spinelli what kind of question is that? Do I appreciate Jason? Well, I'm grateful that he saved my life. I'm thankful that he takes care of you. He isn't bad to look at. I know that if I was ever in trouble, he would probably help. Not to mention all the times he has helped us already. So I guess, yeah, I'm appreciative of Jason. Why?"
"OK, good. Now what are your feelings for the Maternal One?"
"Maternal One? Do you mean Elizabeth?"
"Exactly."
"She is a self-righteous, prim & proper bitch."
"Maximista! What has the Maternal One every done to you?"
"Well nothing personally."
"What have you done to her?"
"I slept with her husband while they were married. I staged it for her to walk in on us having sex. I lied and said that I was pregnant with Lucky's child. OK OK OK. I get it, I have been a bitch to her. But everyone in this town walks around like Elizabeth is a saint and can do no wrong."
"But does she?"
"Does she what?"
"Does the Maternal One think she is a saint and can do no wrong?"
"She is a single mom with two children and was dating Jason Morgan. So no. But why are you asking me these questions?"
"Do you think Stone Cold deserves to be blissful?"
"Well of course. If he was getting his rocks off, maybe he would be nicer."
"Uh Uh Uh. Does the Maternal One deserve the same?"
"I guess. Spinelli what is all this about?"
"Stone Cold requests a favor that only the Fair Maximista could owe."
"What?"
"Plan his wedding"
"WHAT?"
"Stone Cold wants to surprise the Maternal One with a gift of their wedding."
"Jason and Elizabeth are engaged? I didn't know they were seeing each other."
"You put together two beautiful weddings for Robin in such a short amount of time and money is no object and Stone Cold is willing to pay you for your services. He just wants something that speaks to him and the Maternal Ones personalities."
"So let me get this straight. Jason and Elizabeth are together, engaged no less and Jason wants to surprise Elizabeth with a wedding. What's with the secret? Is Jason in trouble and doesn't want Elizabeth to know about it? Come on you can tell me."
"Stone Cold and Maternal One have very busy schedules and the stress of planning a wedding doesn't fit. And Stone Cold thought you would be perfect for this task."
"Spinelli, I don't know. Jason said I would be perfect for this. And money was no object and he was going to pay me. Alright. But if I get fired by Kate for working on their wedding, he will pay my salary for the next year. You got me."
"Sure. One more thing. This is to be an absolute secret. Elizabeth cannot know."
"OK, I get it. Keep my mouth shut."
"Spinelli, lets go." said Jason as he came out of Kate's office.
"Jason. How is this going to work? Me planning your wedding."
"Maxie, I trust you. Just nothing over the top. You know me well enough to know what I like and what I don't like. Elizabeth is simple, but feminine. I'm sure you will come up with something. And if you need help, then call Spinelli. Let's go. We need to head over to the Penthouse to get some things."
"Wait, are you not staying at the Penthouse anymore Spinelli?"
"No, Stone Cold and the Jackal reside at the Maternal One's abode until time that we find something more accommodating for the ever growing clan."
"Jason is making you live with him and Elizabeth."
"On the contrary, the Maternal One requested that the Jackal live with all of them, as a family. She was actually quite insistent on it."
"Wow."
Jason and Spinelli ushered themselves into the elevator as Maxie sat at her desk pondering what Spinelli had just told her. Jason, Elizabeth, engaged, married, Spinelli living with them, her request, not Jason's. Maxie was tossed out of her confusion when she heard Kate's voice coming from her office.
"Coming Kate."
"Maxie, I need you to get me these designers on the phone."
"What do I need to tell them?"
"Tell them that Kate Howard needs to speak with them."
"Is the for the magazine?"
"Maxie! Don't ask me questions, just do what I asked. That is all."
Kate sat in her overpriced chair and looked out the window at the structures that made up Port Charles. She had a hard time grasping that Sonny's enforcer could be so warm, thoughtful, human. It really tugged at Kate that a man was doing something so profound and detailed for a woman that he loved. She felt a single tear slide down her cheek. She wouldn't shed another tear for that man.
A few hours later........
Jason and Elizabeth stood outside of the Quartermaine mansion. Jason was fidgeting in his jacket. Elizabeth stood firm with her head held high. Either Monica was going to accept them or she wouldn't. But Elizabeth was counting on the latter. This woman had lost so much in terms of her family, to gain new members would guarantee her heart would warm. The door opened to Alice standing at the entrance.
"Mr. Jason, normally you just come in from the terrace doors. Is everything ok?"
"Yes Alice. Monica is actually expecting us. Is she in the family room?"
"Yes, go on in. Can I get either of you a beverage?"
"No thank you Alice, we are fine."
"Sure thing Ms. Elizabeth. Please let me know if I can get you anything."
Jason took Elizabeth's hand and led her to the family room where they came upon Monica sitting on the couch reading what looked like a medical journal.
"Oh Jason, I thought that was you. Oh, Elizabeth is with you. This is a surprise to get a visit from the both of you. Is everything ok?"
"Monica, we need to talk."
