I am so sorry it has been so long for me to update. School, work, work, work and home life have kept me busy. And then the last few months with GH drama has had me disheartened. But I had an urge to write this evening and I hope people are still interested in the story. I am sorry if at times there are a lot of things going on. I have a lot of ideas and sometimes they all rush together at once. As always let me know what you think.

Chapter 8

Elizabeth woke the next day surrounded by some of the most important people in her life. After their long talk and playing with the boys, Brenda, Robin, Patrick and Emma camped out on the living room floor with Elizabeth and the boys. Elizabeth had to smile as she looked over and saw Robin and Emma with their heads on Patrick's chest. She knew it was too soon for Robin but she hoped that they could work things out. Elizabeth quietly got up from the couch walked over to nudge Patrick. She knew that he would love the moment, but would feel awful if Robin awoke with her head on his chest. Patrick opened his eyes as Elizabeth nudged him. She moved her eyes to Robin so Patrick would notice the two beautiful girls lying on his chest. Patrick smiled proudly, then softly moved Robin's head to her pillow and placed Emma beside Robin as he got up off the floor. Patrick followed Elizabeth into the kitchen.

"You ok?"

"Shouldn't I be asking you that? After all I created my own mess." Patrick tried to joke but Elizabeth knew he was trying to hide the pain.

Elizabeth gave him a reassuring smile as she walked over to the refrigerator. "Well, that is true." Elizabeth laughed and Patrick looked at her with a smile. "Patrick, remember give Robin time. You can't push her. That's why I woke you before she woke. I knew you would love the moment but not what would follow if Robin woke before you."

"Thank you, Elizabeth. I appreciate everything you are doing and I admire what you are doing for yourself. So what is on your list for today?"

"Well, first it looks like a trip to Kelly's to get my guests coffee and breakfast because we do not have anything in the refrigerator." Elizabeth chuckled as she shut the refrigerator door. "Can you man the fort while I am out?"

"I will try. I may wake Cam and Jake up before anyone else wakes up though. They may be able to man the fort more than me."

"Alright. I am going to go change and head to Kelly's." Elizabeth left Patrick in the kitchen looking out the window as she headed upstairs to change and head out. She knew he needed some time to think on his own.

Jason woke up on the couch with an eerie feeling. He knew he hadn't been dreaming but something gave him a feeling that something bad was going to happen. He didn't know what or how but he needed to have Spinelli check on some things and up the security on everyone. Something didn't feel right. Jason stood from the couch mentally making a checklist and hunger suddenly struck him. He couldn't remember the last time he was actually hungry and ate because he was actually hungry. Jason headed upstairs to take a shower and change before heading to get some food. As Jason was walking to his room, he noticed neither Brenda nor Spinelli had come home last night. That's odd, Jason thought. Jason made a note to call Brenda's bodyguards on his way to Kelly's to make sure she was alright. Jason showered and dressed quickly as his hunger was increasing. On his way out the door and down to the garage he called Brenda's bodyguards to check on her.

"Frankie, where is Brenda? She didn't come home last night." Jason demanded as soon as the bodyguard answered.

"She camped out at Miss Webbers with Robin Scorpio and Patrick Drake and the children. They are still asleep now, Miss Webber just left to get breakfast for them all."

"What? Call me as soon as Brenda leaves. I need to speak to her."

"Yes, boss."

Jason hung up the phone, angry that Brenda was at Elizabeth's again. What is she up to, Jason thought. Jason climbed on his bike, hoping the wind and speed would calm him down. A few minutes later he arrived at Kelly's to a sight that took his breath away. Elizabeth walking into Kelly's. She looked beautiful he thought. Hair in a pony tail, jeans and a sweatshirt. She never looked better he thought. He stood at the door looking in debating on whether he should do in or not but his stomach urged him in. Jason approached the counter trying not to look at her but was finding it hard because she was looking perfect and reminding him of when they first became friends and she worked at Kelly's.

"I see you, Jason." Elizabeth finally said after she kept catching his not so subtle glances. "For an enforcer you sure aren't so subtle with your looks." Elizabeth chuckled.

Jason slid over to the stool beside her and said "Sometimes there is just something that takes your breath away and it is hard to be subtle."

Elizabeth was shocked by his words and blushed.

"So what brings you to Kelly's this morning?"

"My stomach." Jason laughed. "I can't remember the last time I was this hungry."

"You should try the soup." Elizabeth teased.

"No soup for me. At this moment, I am perfectly healthy." Jason teased back. "What about you?"

"I have a hungry household to feed and no food in the house." Elizabeth laughed.

Mike came out then with Elizabeth's order.

"Here you go, Elizabeth. Do you need anything else?"

"No, I think that is all. Thank you, Mike." Elizabeth turned to walk away but Jason grabbed her arm.

"Jason, don't." Elizabeth demanded.

"Elizabeth, I never stopped loving you and the boys. I need you to know that."

"You have a funny way of showing it. But I do too. I can't do this now, though. But believe me Jason we will have to talk soon." Jason let go of her arm and Elizabeth walked quickly out of Kelly's. Jason sat there for a few minutes wondering what he was in for. When Elizabeth got mad there was a hell to pay and he knew if anyone had that right at this moment it was Elizabeth.

Elizabeth got in her car trying to compose herself. Why does he do this to me? Why does he make me think he stills care? What about Sam? Of all people why her? She terrorized our boy? Why her? Elizabeth, get it together. You need to concentrate on Aiden and why Helena did this to you? At that moment her phone rang.

"Hello."

"Maternal one, the grasshopper is so sorry to call at such an early hour but he has news of the utmost importance to share."

"Have you found Helena?"

"The grasshopper has located a trail, but the destination is still unknown. The grasshopper wanted to update the maternal one on the progress. The wicked witch seems to have someone created many different trails but the grasshopper believes that he is currently following the correct one into Italy. As soon as I have the exact location I will let you know."

"Did you say Italy? Why Italy? Greece is more Helena's style. How long until you have an exact location?"

"Yes, Italy, maternal one. This trail seems more active than the others. The grasshopper believes the other ones have been used as decoys for the prince of darkness to follow. It looks like the prince is looking for Helena too. I should have an exact location by tonight."

"Thank you, Spinelli. I appreciate your hard work on this."

"No problem maternal one. I am glad to be of service to such a kind person. The grasshopper will call you tonight with an update." Spinelli hung up the phone wondering if he really was doing the right thing. Stone cold would kill him if he knew what he was doing for the maternal one but he hoped that stone cold understood he was just trying to help the maternal one. And spared his life because of it.

Elizabeth sat in car thinking about what she was going to do with the information Spinelli supplied her with tonight. She had already put some money aside to buy a plane ticket to where ever Helena was and she also had a friend on stand by to help her. She was going to ask Jason to help so she needed someone that was just as lethal to help. Elizabeth picked up her phone again and dialed a number that few people had.

"Johnny, be ready this evening. Spinelli will have the information for me then."

"Sure thing, Lizbits. I will be in Port Charles by this afternoon. I will meet you at your place."

"Thank you, Johnny. See you soon."

Elizabeth had contacted Johnny before she met with Spinelli. As much as she wanted to do this on her own she knew she couldn't do both the physical and emotional aspects of this journey. She would love to have Jason by her side but she knew that was impossible and only one other person came to her mind. She was one of the few Port Charles residents that knew Johnny was actually alive and living near by. Just another surprise for the residents of Port Charles. Elizabeth had to smirk at that. Elizabeth went to start her car and noticed she forgot the orange juice for the boys. She noticed Jason leaving and headed back into Kelly's. After Mike handed her a jug of orange juice she thought she was going to be heading home, but there were other plans set for her. When she turned around there was one of the people from her list standing in front of her.

So what do you think? Who should be next. I have a couple scenarios and one person I am leaning towards but I want to see who you are looking forward to. Read and Review, your reviews keep me inspired and really do encourage me to continue writing. Thanks!