Chapter 9

Robin and Patrick were happily dancing in the living room. Patrick took his ring and gently clinked it against Robin's. "I love that sound. How does it feel to be Dr. Scorpio-Drake again?"

"Wonderful." Robin laid her head on his chest and sighed in contentment. "I loved everything about today but the best part is that we are officially a family again. I love you Dr. Drake."

Patrick kissed the top of her head and wrapped his arms tighter around her. "I love you too Dr. Scorpio-Drake."

Mac watched the couple from across the room and couldn't help but still feel worried for them. Helena was still out there somewhere and no one believed she was done with Robin just yet.

He walked over to Robert and Anna. "Could you two help me out in the kitchen for a moment?"

Neither one had to be told twice – they knew what Mac wanted to talk to them about. The trio went into the kitchen and continued their conversation from the night before. "What did they say?"

"The WSB has no idea where Helena is at this time. Nikolas is back on Cassadine Island but we still cannot connect him to what Helena was doing." Robert looked at Mac. "The general consensus at the bureau is that Helena will stay in hiding until she has a clear shot at Robin again."

Mac shook his head. "I hate this Robert."

"Me too Mac." Robert's phone went off and he saw he had a text. "It's from Frisco." Robert read the text and cursed. "Damn it."

Anna looked at her ex-husband. The look on his face scared her. "Robert? What is it?"

"There was an attack on the ambulance that Tyson was being transported in." The WSB had decided to move the man to a maximum security hospital where he would recuperate from his many wounds before being brought to trial for his many crimes.

"Dead?" Mac was praying the Tyson hadn't escaped.

"Unfortunately, no. He escaped." Robert shook his head. "He can't get near her again. That man will not hesitate to kidnap Robin and keep her and the baby away from Patrick."

Mac studied his brother closely. "If you are thinking what I think you are…"

"It may be the only way to keep her safe." Robert hated that it had come to this but the safety of his daughter and her family was the most important thing.

Mac sighed. "At least give them tonight. We'll talk to them about it tomorrow but let them have at least one happy night before we tear their lives apart."

Robert didn't say anything – just nodded in agreement. He wrapped his arms around Anna and hugged her close. "What do you say we go out and have a piece of wedding cake with our daughter and granddaughter?"

Anna just nodded and wiped away the tears forming in her eyes. "Sounds wonderful. Mac?"

"I'll be there in a minute." Mac needed a few minutes to himself – Felicia would know something was wrong if he walked out looking the way he did at that moment.

"Of course."

Anna headed out the door but Robert hung back for a moment. He put his hand on Mac shoulder. "Mac…"

"It's okay Rob – I'll be right out." He went to the cabinet and pulled out some champagne flutes and got a bottle of sparkling cider out of the refrigerator. He held them up and smiled. "I have a toast to make."

Mac held up his champagne glass and smiled at Robin and Patrick. "I have something to say. I have been in the unique position of having witnessed every moment of this love story since the beginning. I have watched these two push and pull, fight and make up, break up and break down so many times I lost count. But one thing has been constant through all these years – the love that these two share is rare and wonderful. That love has faced and conquered more obstacles than I have ever seen any couple survive. This love has given them, and us, Emma and this second child. They are proof that soul mates do exist and I know that this love will see them through anything that comes their way in the future."

Robin saw the tears in her uncle's eyes and smiled at him. "Mac, I don't know what we would have done without you."

"I love you Robin. It has been an honor and a privilege to be a part of yours and Emma's lives. To see you so happy, married to the man you love and raising your children with him is more than I could have ever hoped for." He walked over and raised his glass to the couple. "To Robin and Patrick."

The group smiled at the newlyweds and raised their glasses. "Robin and Patrick."

Everyone took a drink and Mac hugged Robin close. "I love you sweetheart."

Robin hugged him back. "I love you too."

"Good - now we have a surprise for you and Patrick." Mac handed the couple an envelope. "It was the best we could do on short notice."

Robin opened the envelope and smiled. "How did you know?"

"Please – I was a cop after all." He winked at the couple. "Emma, you got your back packed?"

Emma nodded and ran to the closet. "Yep!"

"What are you talking about?" Patrick hadn't seen what was in the envelope.

"You two are getting a honeymoon night." Anna picked up Emma while Robert grabbed Emma's backpack. "Emma is spending the night with us and we will meet back here tomorrow morning. Now go – there is a car waiting outside to take you."

Robin ran over and hugged her parents. "Thank you!" She kissed Emma. "Be good for your grandparents."

Patrick hugged them but was still confused about what was going on. "Robin, where are we going?"

Mac laughed. "Jax said congratulations and he promises that no one will bust in on you tonight."

Patrick smiled at Robin. "You mean…"

Robin nodded her head. "Yes, our cabin."

"What are we waiting for?" He swept Robin up in his arms. "Let's go, my wife. We'll see everyone in the morning." He practically ran to the door, eager to start his honeymoon.

Patrick was just about out the door when Robin stopped him. "Mom!" Anna turned around and smiled at her daughter. "Catch!"

Anna's reflexes took over and she grabbed the bouquet Robin threw at her before even realizing she was doing it. She looked over at Robert who winked at her. Anna rolled her eyes in response. "Thanks luv."

Robin's laughter followed her out of the house and into the car. Patrick kissed her one last time before he helped his wife into the car and off to their honeymoon.