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Chapter 8

The guys were watching Jason teach Cameron about the game of pool and pretend that he wasn't watching the clock. He'd been eyeing the door since Elizabeth had disappeared with her friend over thirty minutes ago. If she didn't appear soon he was probably going to go see why she wasn't back yet. It was clear to anyone that knew him well that he was nervous. Sonny, Francis and Johnny had all read the copies of the medical report and the police report before coming over. They knew Elizabeth had injuries that her clothes covered. Still watching the man known as Stone Cold try not to worry was an interesting experience.

"They going to get it right this time?" Francis asked his friends.

"I certainly hope so." Johnny said shaking his head. How two people that were clearly meant to be together managed to screw it up so badly was beyond him. "They should have been together years ago."

"The past is just that. We all did things we want to forget. The important thing is that this time they both seem to be committed to making it work." Sonny was glad they were getting this opportunity. Especially now that he was getting another chance with Kate. Sometimes the universe was kind.

The door opened and Diane walked in. "Hello." She too instantly noticed the very attractive newcomers. She and Max were over and well a fabulous woman such as herself could only stay off the market for so long.

"Diane." Jason said from over by the pool table. "Francis Corelli and Johnny O'Brien."

"Gentleman." Diane said giving them a smile. "Diane Miller, Jason's attorney."

"Not Sonny's?" Francis caught the separation and respected the stunning redhead already.

"No, while Mr. Corinthos is a very nice man, he has destroyed every female attorney that has ever been associated with him. I'm too valuable to the legal community to allow that to happen." Diane had made it clear when Jason hired her that she would not work for Sonny.

Sonny just shook his head. Diane was too outspoken for his taste but he had to acknowledge the truth of that statement. His current lawyer was a man and so far they'd not had any problems.

"Is Elizabeth around?" Diane asked her son was here so she shouldn't be too far away.

Just then the woman in question along with Kelly returned to Jason's home. "How are you?" He asked coming over to stand beside her.

"She looks good for someone who had to hold her husband off with a gun." Kelly announced walking over and handing Johnny her card. "Call me." She told the attractive man.

"Absolutely." Johnny said giving her a wink.

"Remember what I said." Kelly admonished before walking out. "I'm at the hospital if you need anything just call."

"What did she say?" Jason asked concerned something was wrong.

"I'm fine Jason. Kelly just wants me to not overdo it while I'm recovering." It was no doubt something everyone was going to tell her. She had a really hard time admitting that she couldn't do everything by herself. "I expect Robin will be by later to poke and prod me some more." Having so many friends in the medical community could be a pain.

"Diane is here to see you, after that you can go take a nap." Jason told her determined that she would follow orders. Emily had said the same thing last night.

"I don't need a nap Jason." The man was going to try to wrap her in cotton. Suddenly she grinned, when was the last time someone had fussed over her. It felt kind of nice. "Hi Diane."

The lawyer was amazed at the change the small woman brought out in Jason. Her monosyllabic client was talking in sentences. He was fussing over her well-being. He was playing with a child. He'd most likely be arrested by the end of the week for beating someone up just so he could maintain his reputation. "I have some things to tell you. Let's start with the good news first." Diane started. "You, Ms. Webber, are single."

"Really?" Elizabeth asked stunned and relieved. She turned to Jason and he gave her a big hug. "Already?"

"I am that good, so yes already. When I take a case I get results. Congratulations." Diane let Elizabeth have a moment while the news sank in. "Ready for the rest?"

"Sure." Jason kept her close standing with his arms around her waist. He too was smiling, it was a half-smile but for him that was a lot of emotion to display in public. "Let me have it." Elizabeth already knew this was not going to be so great.

"First you need to go down town to sign your statement. I will go with you to review it. Our lovely acting D.A. Ric Lansing made some noise about you pulling a gun on a police officer, but his public relations advisor reminded him that said Detective was attempting to sexually assault you at the time so he backed down." Diane started telling her what was going on.

"Ric is going to be a problem." Elizabeth had no idea why the man was even still interested in her. She'd made it clear that she loathed him. Despite that he never missed a chance to come over to try to talk to her. Epiphany had gone so far as to tell him not to approach her at the hospital unless he wanted information on a patient for a case, and to make sure he had a warrant.

"Yes, he is. But he will not be involved in the case. A judge ruled that he could not be unbiased so Dara Jensen will be handling the trial, once Lucky is arrested. Speaking of your ex. He's been suspended from the force he can't be fired until he appears before the board." Diane paused before continuing. "Lucky is going to be charged with assault, battery, domestic violence and attempted rape. If he fails a drug test then additional charges will most likely be added."

"It's so sad. He was never the same after what Helena did to him." She didn't feel responsible for the man he became, ultimately he made his own choices, but Elizabeth still was capable of compassion at what led him down this path.

"It's not your fault." Jason told her not wanting her to blame herself.

"Trust me I know that. But it's so sad. All he had to do was let me walk away and we wouldn't be here now. He's not in love with me and I'm not in love with him. That was made clear by the actions we both took." She had broken her wedding vows just like he did. Also like him she didn't regret it. "I just don't understand why he feels the need to own me."

"I have one more thing to tell you and then we can head down to police headquarters." Diane waited for Elizabeth to indicate she was ready.

"Maxie Jones is pregnant. According to Doctor Meadows she is three months along. Maxie has stated that Lucky is the father." Diane saw the shock on both Elizabeth and Jason's faces. "A DNA test will be performed when it is safe and if Lucky is the father he will be charged with statutory rape as Maxie turned eighteen one month ago."

"I don't know what to say to that." Elizabeth was speechless and disgusted. Right now all she felt was pity for the other girl. "How is Mac taking the news?"

"He's ready to kill Lucky." As Maxie's father his reaction was totally understandable. As Police Commissioner he had to find a way to be professional. Diane didn't mention that it was most likely Maxie who was providing Lucky with the pills, because that was still being investigated. The girl was possibly looking at jail time for theft and distribution. "So Det. Harper said that your statement is ready we can go now if you like?"

"I'd like that. I want to get this part over with." Elizabeth knew that she'd have to testify when this went to trial. "Let me get my purse." She went back over to her place. She wanted a moment alone to just process the insanity that had invaded her life.

"Who is going with us?" Diane knew that Jason would be sending a guard.

"Francis and Johnny." Jason informed her. He was really glad that Sonny called them back. They had a lot of good men working for them but there really wasn't anyone else he'd trust with his girl and the little boy he was already thinking of as a son.

Diane looked at the two men again. They must be really good at their jobs for Jason to trust them so highly. It made her wonder why she had never met them before. She'd have to learn more about them, especially the blonde. "It shouldn't take very long I'm hoping to be able to get the restraining order today as well."

Jason just nodded. "How did she get you to agree to let her pay you?" He'd been wanting to know that since yesterday.

"I never said I'd let her pay. I said we could work it out. As far as I'm concerned if she can keep you from getting hauled downtown every other day and I can get some time to shop, the new fall line is out and let me tell you I have already seen several pieces that I must own, then we're good. Since I don't see Elizabeth as the let me rush off and fix this for Jason but end up getting myself kidnapped type her bill is practically paid." Diane really wanted Jason to stay with Elizabeth. The lack of drama would be nice.

"She's going to mad." Jason admired Diane for trying, but Elizabeth was going to expect a bill.

"If you do your job and keep her occupied she won't have time to notice." Diane told her boss and looked at Sonny when he choked on his coffee. "What?"

Jason was trying hard not to blush. He needed to make sure his lawyer wasn't hanging out with Kelly Lee. He was saved from answering by Elizabeth's return. Maybe he shouldn't let them leave without him. He was almost afraid of what they would talk about. "Do you want me to call my sitter to come stay with Cameron?" Elizabeth asked.

"Nope, we'll be fine." Jason assured her looking over at the little boy who was playing with the balls on the pool table. He was looking forward to spending some time together, just the two of them. He wasn't expecting to have the youngster call him dad anytime soon. Although he'd be lying if he didn't admit to wanting to be his father, in time he hoped that happened. Right now all he wanted was for Cameron to know that he was here and had no intention of leaving.

"Okay, I'll be back." Elizabeth looked at Diane indicating she was ready to go.

She, Diane, Francis and Johnny got to the door when Jason cleared his throat loudly. The whole group turned to look at him. He however was looking at Elizabeth. Raising one eyebrow at her he stood right where he was until she walked over and turned her face up for a kiss. "Stay with the guys." He instructed when he pulled back.

"I will." She said walking back to the group. "Close your mouth Johnny it was just a kiss." She said trying not to blush. Jason didn't do public displays of affection so for him to want to kiss her just now was huge.

"But he did it like we weren't even here." Johnny pointed out as they moved to the elevator. More things had changed in Port Charles than he realized.

"Maybe Jason finally found someone he isn't ashamed to be seen kissing." Francis said remembering some of the women Jason had been associated with. Elizabeth was several steps above them all. "How is Carly taking this?" Sonny had been mum on his ex.

"You won't believe me when I tell you." Elizabeth said as they headed for the car.

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