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"What the hell is going on?" Maddie's mother's voice was a mixture of anger and confusion, with a touch of worry thrown into the mix.
"Me and Maddie, we got married, when we went to Vegas, I'm her husband" Zack replied simply, Mrs Fitzpatrick's reaction was not what Zack wanted, her eyes bulged and looked like they were going to pop out such was her rage.
"She married a no hoper like you, Maddie was a good girl, she got good grades, and how did she ever get involved with someone like you. You're not even of age to get Married" her voice was full of heated accusation; it was cutting through Zack with each word.
"I don't know, this isn't my fault" Zack protested getting defensive now
"It was your brothers fault, I've been talking to doctors and police on the way, I thought Cody was the good one, I was worried about what you would do to her Zack, I've seen you in the papers, the way you live your life, but it turns out the so called Good twin is the one to take down my daughter. I'll make sure he pays" Her voice was just so full of hate, he knew that she was obviously very upset about what had happened but there was definitely truth to her words and it scared Zack.
"I have to go, I'll come and see my wife in the morning" Zack was obviously baiting Mrs. Fitzpatrick for a reaction but he also wanted to get going, he was tired and in no mood to argue.
"I don't want you anywhere near my daughter, I don't care if you are married, you're not eighteen and I doubt Carey knew about it, rest assured my lawyers will get to the bottom of this so called marriage. You're not going to get anywhere near Madeline, none of you Martin scum will and when my husband gets here he'll make sure you all stay away" the anger remained in her voice, she was obviously a very hot blooded woman. It was surprising to Zack that she had become so accustomed to her families new found wealth, a year ago the Fitzpatrick's would certainly not be able to afford attorneys to deal with the complicated legal matters that were beginning to rear their head.
Zack made his way back to the hotel via one of the limousines he had called, his mind clouded by the rage he felt at what Mrs. Fitzpatrick had say, she was such a hateful woman and she had just built up resentment Zack already had toward her.
"How's your brother Mr. Martin?" Clive one of the hotel drivers asked Zack as he got in the car, Clive was one of Zack's favourite staffers along with his pilot Jerry, they were both warm and wonderful confidants for Zacks thoughts when he used their services.
"He's alright physically at least, though his kidneys are shot" Zack replied obviously distracted from the conversation as he thought about what had just happened, he hoped Cody hadn't heard the horrible things Mrs. Fitzpatrick had said about them .
"Well that is nice to hear sir, please pass on my best wishes" Clive replied, he didn't know quite what to say to comfort Zack
"If you need someone to talk to Mr. Martin I'm here for you" Clive continued seeing Zack's forlorn expression
"Thanks' Clive, but I don't much feel like talking tonight, just get me to the hotel as quick as possible" Zack replied with great effort.
"Certainly" Clive replied and there ended their conversation and the rest of the trip was completed in silence.
"Thanks Clive" Zack said quietly in his dazed drifted away voice as he stopped out of the car and headed into the hotel and up to his penthouse for some much needed sleep.
Zack poured himself a much needed glass of scotch which he finished off quickly before he went to his grand bedroom, the second of two master bedrooms in his and Cody's penthouse. Zack quickly drifted off to sleep, thankful to escape for a few fleeting hours the torment of his reality.
"Zack, honey, wake up" It was Carey; she had let herself into Zack's room and was standing by his bed bringing him into reality.
"Please tell me it's all a bad dream" Zack said groggily
"I wish I could, c'mon lets go and get some breakfast, and we'll go down to see Cody soon, the doctors will want to be talking about his kidneys soon" Carey sadly said
"Yeah alright, Mom, I had a fight with Maddie's mom last night, she blamed me and Cody for what happened to Maddie, that bitch said such horrible things" Zack said feeling a bit angry.
"It's not your fault honey, and it's not Cody's fault either, it was an accident" Carey wanted to make him happy but she knew there wasn't much he could say to ease his mind.
"Has Dad arrived?" Zack said as he moved around the bedroom picking up some clothes
"Yes, he got in last night and came here, he's already gone down to the hospital, I thought he should have some time alone with Cody" Carey replied.
"Ok, I'll be down in a minute, just let me get ready" Zack said as he went into the bathroom and turned on the shower.
A few minutes later Zack made his way down the penthouse's hallway toward the kitchen and dining room and upon entering he saw a curious and unexpected thing, at the kitchen table sat Carey and Mr. Moesby, holding hands and lovingly staring across the table at each other, both looking rather satisfied. Neither Carey nor Moesby had noticed Zack's arrival and they continued Zack was embarrassed to have seen it; he didn't want to intrude so he kept silent and entered the room making an obvious noise. Carey and Moesby jumped when Zack entered and instantly looked away from each other, both looking rather embarrassed at the situation, but Zack didn't say anything.
"Your mother told me about what happened with Mrs. Fitzpatrick last night, I'm sorry to hear that Zack, I'll try and talk to her" Moesby said
"Thanks, I know she's just worried and upset about Maddie, we all are, but she was just so hateful, I got a bit angry at her" Zack said with a small amount of regret in his voice, if he had his time over he probably would have played it differently.
The three of them ate their breakfast and lightly chatted about the events and their hopes for the future, they were all upbeat about Cody's chances of recovery, his kidneys and the potential for a transplant being the only thing which dampened the mood along of course with Maddie's grim prognosis.
"Ok, let's get going" Moesby said as they finished their breakfast "I'll have the car brought around" he continued before he made the call and the three of them made their way down to the lobby. Zack, Carey and Mr. Moesby were close to entering the limousine for their trip to the hospital when a man pushed through to stand in front of Zack, another smaller man trailing closely behind him.
"Zachary Martin" He began
"Yes" Zack replied
"I represent Mr. And Mrs. Fitzpatrick, I have instructions to serve you with these papers" He said before pushing two blue bound legal documents into Zack's hands and turning to walk away before Zack could ask what was going on. Zack quickly got into the limousine and sat down opposite Carey and Moesby before opening the papers up
"What's going on?" Moesby asked
"Mr. And Mrs. Fitzpatrick are challenging the validity of my Marriage to Maddie, they don't want me having anything to do with her treatment. And they've gotten a restraining order to stop me even seeing her or discussing her with the doctors" Zack replied with great confusion.
"I think we need to see a lawyer Zack, we'll drop your mother at the hospital and then I'll go with you to see someone" Moesby seemed to know just what to do; it was comforting for someone to know just what to do.
Time for some legal drama people! I hope that's not too boring for you. Look guys, I've noticed I've had a big decrease in the number of reviews I'm getting, I'm wondering if the story is becoming plain and boring and I would like to reiterate to you that I want constructive criticism as well as praise, if you don't like something I'm doing then tell me please! I really want this story to be enjoyed by as many people as possible so please guys, tell me if you're starting to get bored and give me suggestions of how I might spice things up!.