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It had been two weeks since Jason and Johnny had met with the other families. Johnny had returned to Port Charles and was trying to keep Anthony on a very tight leash. Anthony hadn't yet realized that the other families were no longer his allies. If he had, he hadn't mentioned it to anyone. Johnny managed to stay in contact with Jason. Things in the Davis household had been very tense. Alexis was monitoring Kristina's every move, Danni was really missing Jason and Sam, and Molly was trying to make Danni feel better by keeping her busy.

Meanwhile, in Maryland, Jason and Sam were being very cautious and watching the hospital carefully. Their baby girl was thriving in the NICU and they didn't want anything to get in the way of her progress. All of her major organs were fully developed, she was breathing on her own most of the time, and she had finally learned to suck and swallow. Sam was finally able to nurse their baby, which was one thing she had been looking forward to since the day Bree was born. Jason and Sam called Danni as often as they could, since school was over and things were tense at Alexis' they asked Maxie to take Danni on some "girl outings" until they could get to her. Maxie had taken her for another manicure and pedicure, shopping, and even to the library where she showed her how to find fashion books. Jason couldn't believe Maxie, but appreciated that she was there for his princess while he and Sam couldn't be. Every night, Sam would call Danni, tuck her in over the phone and read her a bedtime story. It was getting very hard for Sam to be away from Danni, she wanted her with them as soon as possible.

That morning, Jason got up early. He put on a t-shirt with his boxers. Sam had been at the hospital late the night before feeding Bree and he allowed her to sleep in. He used the extra time to prepare breakfast. He made eggs, toast, and had sliced strawberries on a tray. As Sam awoke and stretched out, she could hear Jason in the kitchen. She looked at the clock and decided to pretend she was still sleeping. As Jason walked into their bedroom in the condo, he knocked on the open door. Sam pretended she was waking up and turned to face him.

"Good Morning," he greeted.

"Morning, what is this?" she asked with a smile and a yawn.

"Just a little breakfast for my lovely wife," he said as he walked over and placed the tray in front of Sam.

"You spoil me," she said as he crawled in bed beside her and she sat up and kissed him.

"Well I know you've been keeping up with all of Bree's feedings and I wanted to do something nice for you," he explained as he wrapped his arm around her and kissed her hair.

"I love these, they're delicious," she said as she started to eat her eggs. She took the spoon and held it up to his mouth, "try some."

Jason took a bite from Sam. "It's good, but the time with you is priceless."

"Jason, I love the time we have together, but don't you think it's time. It's been over two weeks," Sam started.

Jason knew exactly what Sam was talking about. They had waited a while to bring Danni with them until they knew it would be safe. "I was thinking the same thing. Would you be ok if I left to go to Port Charles for Danni today?" Jason asked.

"Jason, that'd be better than ok, it would be fabulous! She has been so quiet on the phone lately. Even Maxie said she's not herself. I feel like part of us is missing,"

Jason handed Sam the phone. "I know. She misses us and we have missed her so much. Why don't you call and tell her?"

"You're sure this is going to happen, Jason. We can't let her down again," Sam said.

"I'm positive. I booked a flight for this afternoon. We'll be back here in time for you to tuck her in,"

"Jason, that's the best news I've heard-"Sam thought for a moment, they had gotten lots of good news lately. "Today," she finished.

Jason took the empty tray and moved it to the bottom of the bed as he took Sam in his arms and began kissing her. Sam pulled away quickly. "As much as I'd love where this is going, I need to call Danni," she said as she got out of bed and picked up the phone she had dropped.

Jason rolled his eyes. He loved his wife, but when it came to the kids, he knew he was in second place. He didn't mind.

Sam dialed her mother's phone number and waited patiently for someone to answer. She could barely contain her excitement that her daughter would be joining them very soon.

"Hello,"

"Hi Molly,"

"Oh Sam, how are you? How's Bree?" Molly asked.

"Bree's getting stronger every day. It won't be too much longer until she gets to leave the hospital. How's Danni?"

"She's good, Sam. We've been working on a project and Maxie has helped get her out of this house,"

"Doesn't sound like it's a fun place," Sam commented.

"Well, Kristina is making us miserable, and Mom is on the war path," she said.

"I'm sorry Molly. Mom on the war path is no fun."

"It's not, but having Danni here has really helped me to stay busy. She's the best niece ever. I can't wait to do things with Danni and Bree,"

"Molly, thank you for being there for Danni. I know she loves time with you. I miss her so much and can't wait for her to come join us. Mom will come around eventually. Do you think I could talk to Danni?"

"Sure and don't worry Mom's been great with Danni- must be the grandchild thing," Molly said to help her sister feel better.

Sam waited while she heard Molly walk to where ever Danni was. As soon as she heard Molly tell Danni it was Sam, she could hear her daughter running to the phone.

"Mommy," she answered.

"Hey sweetie, how are you?"

"Good now. I miss you and Daddy. Is Bree better?"

"Your sister is doing great and she really wants to see you," Sam explained.

"I want to see you soon," Danni said.

"Well, I have a surprise for you,"

"What's the surprise?" Danni asked.

"Well, Daddy is flying to Port Charles today."

"Just Daddy?" she asked. Sam could tell her daughter didn't understand that Jason wasn't just going for a visit.

"Daddy's coming to get you and bring you here with us," Sam explained.

"Really?" she questioned.

"Really, sweetie. Tonight, we'll be able to tuck you in and give you gigantic hugs and kisses,"

"Yes! I can't wait," she practically screamed into the phone.

Sam laughed. "Can I talk to Nana to let her know what's going on?"

"Sure. I'll get her." Danni said enthusiastically. The four-year old seemed happier just knowing that she would soon be with her parents.

"I love you Danni and I'll see you soon," Sam said.

"Love you too. See you VERY soon Mommy," Danni said as she handed the phone to Alexis.

"Hi Sam," Alexis answered. "Whatever you just told Danni made her very happy."

"I hope so Mom, I miss her so much,"

"I know you do honey, we miss you," Alexis offered.

"Thanks Mom, Bree is doing well- exceptionally well actually and we think we've figured things out with the Zaccharas," Sam explained.

"That's good. Your sister is on house arrest until further notice," Alexis explained referring to Kristina.

Sam thought it was funny, but knew that it was necessary since Kristina was making such horrible decisions on her own. "Mom, I don't know what's going on with Krissy. I can try to call or text her," Sam suggested.

"Don't bother, I took her phone, but are you coming to see Danni soon?" Alexis asked having misunderstood Danni and Sam's conversation.

"Well, actually Mom, Jason is coming to pick Danni up today. We're ready to have her with us,"

"Sam, are you sure that's a good idea?"

Sam thought to herself for a moment. Was her mother being serious? Danni had been away from them for a while and considering all the tension in Alexis' house, she couldn't think of anything that would be better for Danni than being with her parents. "Yes Mom, I think it's a fabulous idea. Jason should be there by late afternoon."

"Ok, but if you change your mind, just let me know,"

"Just have Danni ready. Jason and I are looking forward to having her with us again. We miss her. Thanks Mom for taking such good care of her, I know she's probably been a handful lately,"

"She's definitely stubborn like you," Alexis said.

"I know she can be and that keeps life interesting. Thanks again, Mom," Sam said as she hung up the phone.

"Now where were we?" Jason asked.

Jason was still lying in bed with the look in his eyes that told Sam exactly what he wanted. "Come on, Jase. You can't miss your flight. Danni is so excited to see you," she said as she walked over and grabbed his hand to pull him out of bed. Jason pulled Sam's arm playfully trying to get her into the bed. The two playfully pulled and tugged a few times. Sam and Jason both knew that Jason could have pulled Sam into the bed, but he liked the playfulness better. He hoped she would decide to join him on her own.

"Uh Uh- not gonna work. We need to get dressed and you need to go get our daughter," she said as he finally stood up and she gave him a kiss on the cheek.

"Have I told you that you drive me crazy?" he asked as he started kissing her neck and she realized she could no longer pull away.

"Not today," she said as she successfully pulled away and went to the dresser for some clean clothes. Sam wanted nothing more than to make love to Jason that morning, but she knew that once they started, it would be difficult to stop. She needed to get to the hospital and Jason needed to get to Danni. She walked into the bathroom to shower and get ready for the day.

Jason just stood there watching Sam. He knew she was right and he wanted their daughter with them just as much as his wife did. Jason gathered the breakfast dishes and took them back to the kitchen. He wanted to stop by the hospital and spend a little time with Bree before he went to Port Charles. Jason was also planning on dropping in on Johnny while he was in Port Charles. He wanted to make sure that Johnny was being honest and not setting them up.

"Hey you, you're way too good to me," Sam said as she emerged from the bedroom fully dressed and ready to head to the hospital.

"What are you talking about?" Jason asked.

"Well, breakfast in bed, cleaning the dishes, going to get our daughter," she said as she walked up and wrapped her arms around his neck and reaching up for her lips to meet hers. They kissed for a while, and then she pulled away. "I'll have to be sure and thank you later," she said suggestively.

"I'll be looking forward to it," he said.

"I'm heading to the hospital, it's almost time for another feeding," Sam said grabbing her purse.

"I'm heading over there too for a few minutes and then heading to the airport,"

"Jason, are you sure you have enough time for that?"

"Yes, I have plenty of time. Don't worry I'll have her here in time for a bedtime story," Jason said as he wrapped his arm around her and they left the condo.

As they walked, Jason and Sam talked about how they could make their time with Danni special before Bree was released from the hospital. Sam's biggest fear was that by spending so much time with Bree, Danni felt left out. Sam knew it was hard for her four year old to understand that Bree required so much extra care and that they had been in danger. Jason reassured Sam that Danni would be fine as long as they made sure she felt safe and loved.

When they arrived at the hospital, they found Bree in the NICU, but with the majority of the monitors unhooked. She was still on oxygen, but otherwise doing most everything on her own. She had to wear a breathing monitor overnight and Jason and Sam had taken a class on using the monitor. Bree had gained weight rapidly once she started eating without the feeding tube and she was a little over 4 pounds now. They knew it wouldn't be long until they'd be taking her home.

"Hey sweet pea," Jason said as he walked over to her and gently bent down to kiss her cheek. Sam's heart melted every time she watched Jason with their tiny, fragile baby. "How are you? It won't be long now, you'll get to come home with your Mommy, your sister, and me," Jason paused for a moment as he watched her kick her legs.

"She's excited. She says she can't wait. And Jason neither can I," Sam chimed in as she walked over and Jason put his arms around her and pulled her closer to him.

"We're going to have all of us under the same roof, just picture it," he said.

"I can picture you reading to both of them, telling them all about the world,"

"And you'll show them how special they are and make things with them, decorate the Christmas tree,"

"Where did that come from?" she asked with a smirk.

"Well you know, you always like decorating stubbly trees. I can imagine you doing that with Danni and Bree," he said chuckling.

"Well you'll have to teach them how to cook," she said.

"And you'll have to show them how to fix things," he added.

"Jason, I just know one thing. Our children are going to grow up knowing that we love them and THAT is all that matters. My brother and I didn't have that and I just don't want Danni or Bree to ever wonder if they matter or are special," she said honestly.

"They won't. Danni knows we love her and this little one knows it too, isn't that right?" he asked.

"Do you want to hold her before you have to go?" Sam asked as she started taking her out of the incubator.

"Shouldn't we check with Linda?" Jason asked.

"Jason, we're just a few days away from taking her home. We don't have to ask to hold her. Relax. She's not a fragile china doll," Sam said as she handed Bree to Jason. "Here sweetie, go see Daddy and then Mommy's going to feed you."

"Yeah, get her all excited about eating and then pass her to the guy who can't do anything about it. Your Mommy can be a tease," Jason said looking into his daughter's beautiful brown eyes that mirrored her mother. Jason was relaxed the moment Sam placed their little girl in his arms. Bree let out a small smile.

"Look babe, she thinks you're funny," Sam said laughing as she looked over at Jason who just stared at her. "Seriously, she's smiling."

"I don't know that it's a full smile," Jason countered.

"Well I know one thing. She's happy and safe in your arms and that's never gonna change," Sam said.

Bree started to get a little fussy. "She's also hungry and I can't do anything about that," Jason said. "All right little sweet pea, I know you're hungry, so it's Mommy's turn. I'm going to get your big sister. I love you," he said before placing a kiss on her tiny forehead and handing her to Sam. Jason closed the curtain as Sam began to pull up her shirt and feed their baby. As soon as Bree started eating, she was quiet.

"Works like a charm," Sam said jokingly. Jason loved watching Sam with Bree. He had never seen her with Danni as a baby, so it was special watching Sam and Bree bond. Sam looked at her watch and Jason noticed. He knew that she was worried he wouldn't make it back for Danni.

"Don't worry. I'm going," he said as he walked over and kissed her on the forehead. "I love you."

"I love you too Jase, be careful and be nice to my mother," she said.

Jason laughed, "I'll try."

After Jason left, Sam talked to Bree privately. She started telling her all about her family. Sam was really worried about Kristina, but didn't know how to help. When she was finished feeding Bree, she burped her and put her back down for a nap. She then talked to the doctors and nurses who informed her that within a few days, they'd be able to take Bree to the condo. The hospital suggested they stay there for a few weeks, just so they could be close in case of an emergency or for frequent check-ups. Sam smiled thinking about taking Bree home and having Danni there, she loved the idea of her and Jason being a family with both of their girls and couldn't wait until it actually happened.

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When Jason stepped off the plane, he thought about Danni and while he was really excited to see her, he decided to check in on Johnny first. Jason's plan was to check in on Johnny, talk with the guards who were now working for him instead of Michael and then get his little girl. Jason's plans were interrupted when he ran into Dante, literally.

"Jason,"

"Hey Dante,"

"What brings you back to town? I thought you and Sam were with your baby?" he asked.

"We were. I mean, Sam still is. Danni has been here and it's time for her to be with us," he explained. He wanted to ask about Sonny, but he knew that the news was probably not good.

"Sonny's the same," Dante said. "No change, doctors say he's having flashbacks to his childhood and that he needs some therapy. He's refusing, so he'll be at Shadybrook for a while,"

Jason felt a sense of obligation to the man that helped him so many years ago. As he looked at Dante, he tried to find the words. "Dante, I'm sorry about Sonny, I really am. I'd like to help, but I don't see how," Jason said.

"There is something you can do," Dante suggested.

"What's that?"

"You can talk some sense into Michael. He's out of control thinking he can run the mob. Jason, maybe he'll listen to you,"

"Dante, I tried that two weeks ago when I was here. Michael needs to decide for himself. I can't put my kids at risk like that,"

Dante looked confused as he looked at Jason. "I thought you cared about Michael," was all he said.

Jason was feeling guilty, but knew he couldn't let that get to him. Michael was an adult. Danni and Bree were innocent and he needed to protect them at any cost. "I do, Dante and that's why I can't pick up the pieces this time. I hope Sonny comes out of it soon," Jason said as he continued walking. Jason could feel Dante's eyes on him and he was worried that contact with Johnny would make him look suspicious in the eyes of a cop. He'd have to check on Johnny later. He walked into Kelly's for some coffee to explain why he was walking through town. As soon as he walked in the door, he could see his son sitting with Elizabeth and his brothers having milk and cookies. They were sitting at a table directly on his way to the counter.

"Jason, how are you?" he heard Elizabeth ask.

"I'm fine. How are you and these handsome boys?" he asked with his eyes on Jake.

"We're great. Just waiting on Daddy to finish up at work so we can go to the park," she said.

For just a moment, Jason felt some resentment. Lucky would be the one cleaning off Jake's milk mustache, taking him to the park, and pushing him on the swings. "That's good," he said.

"How's Breanna?" she asked. "We haven't seen Danni since her party."

"Bree's actually doing really well. She may be released from the hospital soon, but we'll need to stay close by. Danni's been staying with Alexis. I'm actually in town to pick her up and take her back there," he explained wondering why he had giving Elizabeth so much information.

"Well I hope that everything works out. Maybe when you're home and things settle down, we can have a play date," she said.

"Yeah Sam mentioned that, see you boys later," he said as he walked to the counter to order his coffee.

As Jason drove to the lake house, he was more determined than ever to see Danni. Seeing Jake made him think about how much his children meant to him. When things settled down, he knew he wanted to have some kind of relationship with his son. When Jason got to Alexis' he stopped outside to talk to Max. He had decided that the guards were necessary for Kristina because of Anthony. Max was informing him of the details and the men Jason had watching Anthony and Johnny. Jason knew that it would be foolish to walk away from surveillance and guards just yet.

As he and Max were talking, he heard the door open, "Daddy!" Danni yelled as she came running out of the house and toward Jason.

Jason bent down and picked his little girl up and started covering her face with kisses. "Princess, your Mommy and I missed you so much," he said to her before hugging her tightly in his arms.

Alexis watched Jason with Danni. She knew that her granddaughter adored her father. All in all, Alexis knew that Jason was the best husband to Sam and father to her granddaughters and for that she was thankful.

"So, what have you been up to today?" Jason asked after he was finished hugging and kissing her.

"Well Aunt Mols and I were working on a project, but when mommy said you were coming, I packed my clothes and was waiting for you to get here," she explained very articulately to her father.

"I see, well Mommy and I couldn't wait another day to see you," he said.

"She's right Jason," Alexis said as she walked up to her son-in-law. "Ever since she got off the phone with Sam, she's been waiting for you," she said.

"Mommy's been the same way ever since I told her it was time to come get you, she keeps checking her watch and she's counting the minutes," Jason explained.

"Really?" Danni asked.

"Yes, it's true. And Bree's been wondering about you too. Why don't you go get your stuff while I talk to Nana for a while," he said.

"Ok Daddy, but promise you won't change your mind, ok?" Danni said as Jason sensed the fear in her voice. He felt it when she gripped his neck tightly while he held her.

"Danni, I am not going to change my mind, we're going to be with Mommy and Bree tonight," Jason said as he put her down and looked into her blue eyes that paralleled his. "Now go say goodbye to Molly and Aunt Krissy while I talk with Nana,"

"Ok," Danni said as she reluctantly walked away from her Dad.

"Jason, are you sure this is a good idea?" Alexis asked in a whisper.

"Alexis, you saw her face. This is what's best for all of us,"

"I know Jason, but I'm going to miss having her here,"

"We'll be back soon. Bree is almost ready to be released from the hospital and then we can come back to Port Charles,"

"Just take care of them, Jason. All of them, I mean it. Sam, Danni, and Bree," she said as she looked into his eyes and nearly hugged him. Just them Danni came running out of the house with Molly carrying her bags and stuffed animals.

Jason was thankful for the save. "All right Daddy, we are ready to go," she said.

"We?" Jason asked questionably,

"Yeah Daddy. You, me, and White of course. I got him from my graduation," Danni informed him as she held up a white stuffed dog that had apparently become one of her favorites.

Alexis coughed.

"I think you need to say goodbye and thank Nanna," Jason whispered.

"Oh yeah," Danni said as she walked over and Alexis scooped her up. "Thank you Nana. I love you," Danni said kissing her grandmother. Danni walked over to Molly and gave her one more hug. She and Molly had grown very close in these last two weeks because everyone else was preoccupied with Kristina. After she was finished saying goodbye, she walked back over to Jason. "I'm ready to go see Mommy."

"Well then we better get going. I know Mommy is ready to see you. Thanks again Alexis and Molly." Jason said.

"Send Sam and Bree my love," Alexis called as Jason was loading Danni and her things into the SUV.

Jason nodded as he closed the back door and climbed into the driver's seat. He really wanted to check on Johnny, but not with Danni. He also thought about visiting Carly who had called him several times, but then he decided to focus on Danni, Bree, and Sam. He thought Carly was starting to understand despite the numerous voice mail messages she left him on a daily basis.

"All right princess, we're headed to be with Mommy and Bree," he said as he started the car.

"Daddy, can we go to Kelly's?" she asked.

"What do you want from Kelly's honey?"

"I want to get a chocolate chip cookie and maybe we could take some to Mommy," the little girl suggested.

Jason couldn't say no to his daughter. "All right Danni, we can stop and pick up some cookies. It's very thoughtful of you to think of Mommy," he said.

"She loves Kelly's cookies," Danni said smiling. She was so excited to finally be with her Dad and that she was going to see her mom.

Jason unbuckled his daughter and held her hand as they walked toward Kelly's, he prayed that the Spencer's had finished their afternoon snack. As they walked in, the restaurant looked empty in the middle of the afternoon. Jason walked with Danni to the counter.

"Jason, what brings you in here again today?" Mike asked.

"Well, we would like some cookies. One chocolate chip for now and then 6 more chocolate chip and 6 sugar cookies, please," Jason said looking down at his daughter for approval. She nodded her head and smiled.

"I know Danni loves chocolate chip cookies, but somebody else loves the sugar cookies." Mike said.

"We are going to surprise Mommy," Danni informed Mike.

Mike walked to the back to get their order ready as Jason took out his wallet. He let go of Danni's hand and saw her starting to walk away. "Danni, where are you go-" Jason didn't have to ask, he saw exactly where his daughter was headed and he wasn't sure how to handle the situation. Danni had spotted Michael sitting at a table in the corner. He and Abby appeared to be having a disagreement. Jason knew that his truce meant no contact with Michael, but Danni didn't know or understand such a thing. His daughter shouldn't have to. To her, Michael was the young man she grew up knowing. He had protected her when Sam was in danger and Michael and Abby had watched her many times.

"Michael and Abby," Danni said as she excitedly walked over to them and their conversation ended abruptly.

"Hey Danni," Abby said as she bent down from her seat to be close to the little girl's eye level. "How are you?" she asked.

"I'm great. Daddy and I are going to be with my mommy and baby sister as soon as we get some cookies," she said.

"Hey princess, who did you find?" Jason asked walking up to the group. Jason still loved and cared for Michael despite the situation Michael had put him in. He also knew that if anyone was watching him, having a conversation with Michael could make Jason, Sam or their girls a target.

"Hi Jason," Abby said.

"Michael, are you ok?" the little girl asked as perceptively she could tell that Michael was not the young man she had grown up with.

"Yeah Danni, I'm fine," he said simply. Michael knew about the truce and he also knew how Jason felt about him trying to run the business. It didn't matter. Michael thought he was doing the right thing.

"Danni, I tell you what, it's going to be a long trip. Abby, would you mind taking her to the bathroom here?" Jason asked in an effort to get his little girl distracted and away.

"But Daddy I don't have to go," she protested.

"I know you may not have to go now, but Abby is here and she can take you to the girls' bathroom, so will you try?" he asked.

Abby took the hint. "Come on Danni, let's head back there and at least try,"

"All right, but Daddy please don't leave without me," she said as she looked into Jason's eyes.

Jason hated that Danni seemed to have a fear of being left anywhere. He bent down to her eye level. "I promise. I'm not going anywhere without you."

Jason waited until Abby and Danni were out of sight. Then he looked into Michael's eyes. "Look I know you're an adult and I respect that you make your own choices even if I don't agree with them. But when your choices threaten my family Michael, I can't support you. And Sam and I can't let our girls be around you. Danni doesn't understand, but as long as you're living this life in the mob, leave her and Bree out of it!"

"Jason, I'm only doing what you used to do, the way you taught me to protect my family and our business. I didn't come find Danni, she saw me-"

"I know that Michael, but I'm telling you now, I can't be there for you. Think about what this is doing to your mother, Josslyn, Morgan, Dante. Is it really worth the power and the money?"

Jason was going to continue, but he noticed Abby returning with Danni. "It's a good thing we tried," Abby said.

"Thanks Abby, I think our order is probably ready and we don't want to be late," Jason said as he took Danni's hand.

"Thanks Jason," Abby whispered as she passed Jason to sit back down at the table. Abby was not happy with the lifestyle Michael had chosen and she was hoping eventually Jason would be able to get through to Michael.

Jason walked with Danni up to the counter where he paid Mike for the cookies. Mike had watched the interaction and he thanked Jason for trying to intervene too. Danni insisted on carrying the box of cookies, so Jason picked her up and carried her in his arms. He gently placed a kiss on the top of her head as tears started to fill his eyes. His family was important to him, and it hurt him to have to choose between them and the boy he practically raised. In the end, he knew he'd always choose Sam, Danni, and Bree. They walked out of Kelly's and headed to the airport.

Next chapter: What will happen when Jason and Danni arrive back in MD? How will things be when Bree comes home? Is Jason going to feel guilty about Michael? Please take time to review and provide some feedback.