What would it take to separate those two for good? Pacing her room, Emily Quartermaine tried to figure something out. The look in her brother's eyes told her enough that he was adamant against never going back to Robin. She's never seen him so content with anything in regard to Robin and seeing him so content on never going back to her had Emily a little jealous.

Jason has always been sure of his decisions. Never questioning them and never doubting himself. She always wished she could be like that. Know what she wants and go after it without regard to anyone else around you. She used to idolize her brother because of those skills. Of being able to stand on his own, away from the family, and still come out strong. He has a life he loves and a job of his own choosing, though it was a dangerous one, Jason still chose it and Emily thrived for that kind of life. Obviously not the danger, but the way of being where she didn't care what anyone thought as long as she was happy.

Now, Emily hated Jason's ability to go after what he wants with disregard to everyone else. Didn't he know how much this affected her? Her best friend and her big brother dating? What a freaking cliché! If only people would get that Jason and Elizabeth weren't an epic love story and they could do real damage to each other. No matter how much Jason denied it, Elizabeth is still too fragile to be in that life. The last thing she needed was danger and fear, why couldn't Elizabeth see that? She was the one that suffered through a relationship with that pompous freak Richard Lansing.

"This is so stupid!" Emily exclaims, throwing her book to the wall. "If they won't save themselves...I'll do it!"

Grabbing her jacket, Emily walked out of her room and made her way downstairs. She was about to walk out of the house when she heard someone say Jason's name. Curiosity getting the best of her, Emily walked over to the family room where the door was ajar. Standing by the door, she waits to hear what they have to say, recognizing her grandmother's voice and her sister Skye.

"I know that they make a great couple grandmother." Skye admits, taking a sip of her tea. "But you know that Emily will not be so accepting of them."

"That is something I have taken into consideration." Lila assures, her youngest grandchild on her list of people to speak to. "I figure she will be a good obstacle to overcome."

"I guess so." Skye concedes, still not sure the youngest Quartermaine knew enough to pass judgement. "I just hope that she doesn't make things too complicated for them. What with Robin and Brenda coming back to town and all."

"Ah, yes, I heard that from Monica." Lila thought it over for a moment. "You need not worry, my dear. I have all the faith in Jason and Elizabeth. I just fear your sister will push too hard and unintentionally dispel Jason from her life."

"And we all know how willing Jason is to do that if the person messes with his life." Skye agreed. "Maybe Lorenzo and I can help them along as much as we can. Since I know what its like to have people against my relationship, I mean."

Emily scoffed. Did Skye really think she could take her place in Jason's life? She's Jason's sister. The only one that Jason accepts in his life. No matter what happens, she'll always be Jason's sister. Walking off, she decided that now is as good a time as any to fix the mess her family obviously created. What other reason would Jason and Elizabeth have of ever talking in the first place. She knew that when her grandmother said Jason was picking Elizabeth up it would be a bad idea. She will not let this relationship happen. She couldn't let it happen.

Standing in the somewhat decent studio, Elizabeth took a look around. It was small, smaller than her room at her grams, but it would have to do. With her pay at the diner, this place was just in her price range. It had a small sink to the side, a small bathroom in the corner and a closet. Other than the desk, the bed, the place was void of furniture. She'll have to figure something out later, but for now the place will just have to do.

It had some good qualities. The heater was brand new. The landlord had to replace it when it completely blew a few months back so she had to be thankful for small miracles. With a sigh, Elizabeth decides she needs a better job and leaves the studio to find something with higher pay. If not only to get a better place to live, but to stop working like a slave. She loved Ruby to pieces, but enough was enough. Its been two weeks without a single day off and Elizabeth just had to realize she was being used or suffer another week of no days off.

"The place is a tragic misinterpretation of a studio." Johnny commented, opening her door for her. "Why won't you just move into the penthouse?"

"Because this is what's right for me right now." Elizabeth said for the millionth time. "Jason understands why I need to do this. Will you just stop asking?

"I know that mister prince charming accepts your need to live on your own." Johnny said once he was in the car. "That doesn't mean I have to agree. This place isn't a suitable place for you."

"Johnny, I know that you don't like it, but its the best I can afford." Elizabeth continued before he could bring up the penthouse. "And for right now, living on my own is what I need."

"Fine. I'll table the argument for now." Johnny started up the car, pulling out onto the road. "I still don't think you living in that place is what's safest for you, but I guess that's what I'm here for."

"Help me find a better job and I'll be able to find a better apartment." Elizabeth challenged, knowing that Johnny was just worried for her.

Elizabeth has never really lived on her own. She went from living with her parents to living with her grandparents and never once was she ever alone to her own devices. She knew that it would be hard and she knew that she had to find answers to her own problems now, but she found a sense of adventure in living on her own. As much as she loved spending time with Jason, she loved her time away from him as well. The one thing she knew Jason would understand is the need for independence.

"No." Jason said firmly, trying to put Elizabeth's advice about Michael into affect. He knew she was right, she usually was about stuff like this. "I told you that you can't keep running from your problems."

"Come on Uncle Jason!" Michael complained. "Why can't you just tell Nick's dad that I didn't do it?"

"Because you did do it." Jason countered, knowing that he was partly to blame for his godson's attitude. He'll have to take extra care to ensure Morgan didn't turn out that way. "Apologize and replace it."

"Its not fair!" Michael groaned, stomping his feet. "That was a stupid place for a glass statue anyway."

"You don't have to agree with their decor for you to respect their property." Jason explained, wondering if his godson was ever going to learn. "You're wrong this time and you need to own up to it."

"You're supposed to understand!" Michael exclaimed, his face turning a slight shade of red. "This is because you're dating that lady right? She's not even that pretty and..."

"Enough!" Jason stated firmly. "Go back to your parents now."

"But..."

"Go!" Jason said sternly. "You and I both know that you hit the statue on purpose. Your parents are right and you need to start listening to them."

Jason showed his godson out of the penthouse, telling Ritchie to get him and bring him inside, before shutting the door to his own penthouse. Running his hand down his face in frustration, Jason realized just how bad Michael has gotten. He has spoiled him because of the hard start in life the young boy had. He was born with a heart defect and Jason just wanted to make his life easier. He had not expected for him to turn into such a brat. Of course, never hearing no can have that affect on a child, or so Elizabeth tried to explain that.

After a long talk with Elizabeth, he realized where he went wrong. Instead of disciplining Michael when he was behaving poorly, Jason bribed the kid to be more agreeable, in a way rewarding him for doing what he should do on a regular basis. Sonny and Carly aren't abusive, they don't ignore him and treat him poorly, so Jason had to step out of that limelight and let them handle their child. As much as Carly hated the idea of having to discipline Michael, she agreed that she had to step it up as a parent. Apparently, she had a talk with Elizabeth too.

Two weeks in her presence and Jason has learnt that he still had a lot to learn. Not only in regard to his role in Michael and Morgan's life, but life in general. He had thought that her moving in was a logical step since she was kicked out of her home because of him, but after hearing her out, Jason actually understood her reasoning.

They shouldn't move in together just because circumstances have changed, but because it was right for them. When they decide to cohabit the same living space, she wants them to be ready for it. Spending the night is one thing, but living together daily, seeing each other every morning and night is a big step. A step even he knew they weren't ready for. He actually loved that she could make things to where he understood them and never once commented on his inability to understand certain things.

Like idioms and similes. Or two dimension images. She never pointed out his inabilities, but helped him to understand them in a way that wasn't condescending or patronizing. Sitting down with a bottle of beer, Jason thinks back over the last two weeks. He couldn't believe that their lives fit so perfectly together. He still feels the urge to slap Ruby silly for the way she takes advantage of Elizabeth's kindness, but that wasn't his place. Elizabeth assures him that she can handle it so he'll let her.

Thinking about Elizabeth brought on thoughts of her new living arrangements. He wasn't happy, at first, with where she chose to live, but he didn't tell her not to live there. A part of him actually liked that she lived so close to the warehouses so he could stop in on her whenever he felt the urge to do so while he was working. He also knew that she would be sleeping most of her nights with him at the penthouse because she was just like him. They both relished in the time they spent just holding each other as they slipped into a peaceful slumber. Both acknowledging that they slept best when they're together than when they're apart. His phone ringing prevented him from giving it much more thought.

"Morgan." he answered, pausing long enough for the caller to speak. "I'm on my way."

Ending the call, Jason grabbed his jacket and his gun before walking out of his penthouse. This was another reason he was okay with Elizabeth not living with him. He knew if they were staying together he would feel guilty for walking out on a moments notice and he more than likely wouldn't want to go at all.

"I can't believe there are no decent jobs available." Elizabeth groaned, closing the classifieds. "Most of those jobs make working at Kelly's a luxury."

"Don't give up." Johnny couldn't stand it if she kept her job at Kelly's. He has refrained from kicking that blonde's ass and his reserve was weakening. "Wait a minute."

"What?" Elizabeth was confused by the look in his eyes.

"You like art stuff right?" Johnny smirked, a certain conversation coming to mind. "What if I can get you a job as a curator in the local art exhibit? It'll only be over the amateur gallery though."

"Are you kidding?" Elizabeth's eyes grew big. "That would be amazing, but how would you do that?"

"I know a guy who knows a guy." Johnny shrugged, paying for their meal. "Come on. I think we can make it before he goes on break."

Elizabeth didn't care that she was just brushed off because the idea of working at a gallery was too tempting to pass up. Getting into the car, Elizabeth allowed Johnny to drive her to the art exhibit while she wondered what Jason was up to. She was tempted to move in with him, but she knew that turning him down would do them some good. They had enough people against them as is, they didn't need more people turning to that side. They'll live together eventually, but for now this was what's best for everyone. She knew it.

"So you'll do it?" Emily questioned her new partner in the quest to break Jason and Elizabeth up.

"A chance to break them up and stick it to Jason." her partner smirked. "You bet your ass I'm in."

Author's Note: Thank you to all the reviewers! You guys really make writing a true pleasure.

I hope you liked this update. All will continue to unfold and by the time Robin and Brenda land in Port Charles, a clear line will be drawn between Liason supporters and everyone else.

Till next time...