A/N – Thank you so much for the comments. Lots of interesting feedback from your perspective. I should have a drama rating on this fic so you can be prepared. The next couple of chapters are rough.

Chapter 6

Diane listened to Elizabeth and her grandmother go back and forth and finally interrupted. "Elizabeth, I know this is not what you want, but I think it's the best choice until I can get the charges dropped. Once that happens, you can get your son back."

"Will I be able to see him?"

Audrey stares at her granddaughter. She has dark circles under eyes and looks completely wrecked. "Not at first, but he promised he'd work on supervised visitation."

A tear spilled down her cheek. "Okay. I'll do it."

Her grandmother lovingly embraced her. "I don't know how, but this is going to work out. We just need a judge who will sympathize with you and drop this."

"We need Lucky to show up. I'm scared that he'll come back clean and deny everything. It will be my word against his. No one saw him in that bathroom, but me."

"Elizabeth, has Lucky ever physically abused you?" Diane asked.

"He grabbed me once, but Nikolas stopped him from doing anything and he also fired his gun once by accident and luckily it missed."

They were horrified.

"I know. I'm an idiot."

"No, you're not. You just thought you had to fix that asshole when it wasn't your responsibility to do so."

"He helped me after the rape."

Audrey rolled her eyes. "You ended up helping him. Elizabeth, friends are supposed to help each other. If it weren't for that jackass, you would have never been in that park in the first place."

Liz cringed.

"I need to hear you say you are done with him for good."

"I'm done. I don't even recognize him anymore. The boy I fell in love with is long gone. I've learned my lesson."

"Good."

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Jason threw down his pen as he watched Carly enter his office.

"How are you?"

"I'm fine. I heard what you did."

She sat down and put on a pathetic face. "I told you that I want to help."

He nodded and stared at an invoice laying on his desk. It's hard to even meet her gaze when he knows that she is lying.

"It's going to be okay. Maxie and Lucky will pay and Elizabeth will eventually get Cam back. Diane will take care of that."

"I hope you're right."

"What about Sam?"

"It's rough, but I'm trying to be there for her."

"Maybe you should cut your losses."

He is surprised by her response and wonders what her angle is. "I can't do that right after she found out she can't have children." Truthfully, he didn't think he could hold out much longer. It isn't fair to anyone and having to put up with them both is going to do him in."

"Jason, staying with her out of pity is kind of cruel."

He pinched the bridge of his nose. "I know. I'll figure it out."

"Well, if you need me, I'll be at my office."

His jaw clenched as she kissed his cheek and when he heard the click of her heels fade, he wiped her lipstick off and called Diane. She needed to move faster so he could get on with his life.

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Liz entered the police station and grimly stood for a photo and then let them finger print her.

"We're not putting you in a cell. A judge is going to hear the charges and we'll go from there."

"Okay."

"Follow me," Ronnie said.

Diane nodded and she escorted Elizabeth to a small courtroom and they sat in the back until her name was called.

The judge reviewed the notes. Mac had detailed some special circumstances and provided all the evidence against Maxie, who now had a warrant out for her arrest. "Mrs. Spencer. You've had a rough couple of days."

"I'm more concerned with my son's welfare, your honor."

He didn't say anything at first as he perused all the facts. "One could make an argument that by exposing your son to your husband, you endangered his life, but I also understand the dynamics of drug abuse. From what I've read, you've almost gone beyond being rational in order to save your husband and hold your family together. Why?"

Liz took a shaky breath. "I was brutally raped when I was fifteen and Lucky helped me heal. I felt like I owed him as much. Everyone around me pushed me to stay with him and I was stupid and tried to fix him."

"You said, "felt"."

"I'm done. I can't force him to give up the drugs and I will never ever expose my son to this madness again. I didn't realize how far gone he was. He said he was willing to go to rehab and didn't want to leave us, but that clearly was a lie. I'm moving out. I can't stay in that place and I'll do anything to get my son back."

"I have several letters stating that you are a good person and apparently, you are a stellar nurse and a very compassionate person. This isn't a trial. I have to determine whether or not you need to be charged."

"Your honor, given the circumstances, I would be agreeable to dropping all charges," Daria said.

"Duly noted. I am agreeable to that considering the support system around her now. I just wish you had it before. I think you should consider counseling so you don't repeat these mistakes in the future. I'm sorry, but until all of this is resolved and you are settled, I don't think that Cameron should be exposed to this."

A tear rolled down her cheek.

Audrey spoke up. "Your honor, I am Cameron's grandmother and an upstanding citizen. Elizabeth has agreed that I can be Cam's guardian until she can resume her parental rights."

He knows who Audrey is because his wife is involved in several charities with her. "I have a note from the mayor stating that he approves of this scenario and child services will too if the rules are followed. I have to ask, where are you going to be staying Ms. Spencer?"

Tracy Quartermaine stood. "She'll be staying at the Quartermaine mansion." She is livid that Lucky s putting Elizabeth through hell. Monica had filled her in.

Everyone started to whisper as a shocked Elizabeth looked at Tracy who she hadn't realized was there.

"Elizabeth is a close friend of my niece and we have plenty of room. We'll also make sure that Mr. Spencer is nowhere near her."

"Well, it seems you have this worked out. I'll agree to it."

"Can I have supervised visits with Cam?" Elizabeth asked.

"I'll agree after you have had a psychiatric evaluation and are cleared. I think you need to get yourself together after everything that has happened. I understand that you are pregnant, so you need to take care of that child too."

"We'll make sure that she eats and gets her rest," Tracy said.

Elizabeth wondered if Monica was aware of what was going on, unaware that she and Jason were the ones who had sent Tracy just in case.

"Alright. I'll agree to this. Cameron will be released to Mrs. Hardy in the morning."

"Thank you, your honor," Diane said.

They left the court room breathing a little easier. At least Cameron would be with family.

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Elizabeth slowly entered the mansion. Tracy put down her keys and they walked into the living room. The charges had been dropped, but she still didn't have her son and just felt empty.

"You need to eat something. Alice will bring you some food in a minute."

Liz sat on the couch and Tracy handed her some water.

"Drink up and by the way, you have a visitor." She left and Jason appeared just inside the doorway.

She couldn't help it, the floodgates opened and he reached her in a few strides and pulled her close. She couldn't believe that he had done this. He didn't have a lot to do with his family, so him making this sacrifice was huge.

"It's okay. I've got you."

Edward watched from the doorway. His gaze locked with Jason's before he slowly turned and disappeared into the foyer.

"Did you eat?"

Elizabeth pulled back. "Not yet."

Alice entered the room with a tray and sat it on the coffee table.

"Thanks," Liz said as she wiped her face.

"Now, you don't worry about a thing. I'll make sure you're safe and get all your nourishment."

Liz gave her a slight smile, but it didn't quite reach her eyes.

Monica walked in. "She's right."

Liz's head jerked towards the voice as Jason's body tensed.

"Here are some pre-natal vitamins and Kelly wrote you a note."

Liz took the bag from her.

"I want you to know, that I'm sorry. I had to follow protocol and it was nothing personal. You have always been close to our family."

"I know."

Jason isn't sure he is ready to forgive her.

Monica saw the telling look in his eye. "I didn't have a choice, but I will put in a good word once all of this is cleared up; especially since the chargers were dropped. Diane can provide me with some documentation and I'll go to human resources in the morning and this resolved."

"I'd appreciate that."

"Now eat up. We don't want the baby to get hungry."

Liz popped a grape into her mouth and then took a bite of the sandwich. "Good."

"Jason, may I speak with you out there?"

Monica pointed towards the door and Jason followed her. "I know you're mad at me, but I wasn't being mean to her, I have responsibilities—."

"I know."

"Then why do you look like you want to throttle me?"

"Because she's hurting and whether you realize it or not, losing her job was just another insult."

"I know she is and I will do anything in my power to help her and it's not because this child might be yours. You care about her and I didn't realize how close you were. Elizabeth has been around this family for a long time because of Emily and I'm aware of everything she has been through. I don't want to make it worst." There are certain parts of her job that she doesn't enjoy, but she still has to follow the rules to the letter.

He nodded and then his phone vibrated and he ripped it out his pocket. "Hello?"

For the first time in a very long time, Monica saw fear in his eyes.

"What the hell happened?"

Johnny gripped his steering wheel like he was about to rip it out of the car. "They shot Milo. He'll live and he is with the doctor. A van pulled up to the house and men got out with guns. Milo opened his car door and they fired on him. He got a partial plate and said that they were speaking in Russian."

Jason slightly doubled over like he had been punched in the stomach. "And the family?"

"They are alive."

"I want every man on this. You have to get him back. I don't want to have to tell Elizabeth…" His voiced slightly cracked as he watched her wobble into the doorway, eyes full with tears.

"Tell me what?" Her voice seemed so fragile and she looked so small.

"I'll call you back." He slid the phone into his pocket. "Someone took Cameron."

A gut wrenching sob ripped from her lips and she struggled not to pass out. Edward was right there and steadied her until Jason picked her up and carried her to the couch, gently laying her down.

"I'll get him back."

"Who would do this?"

"We don't know." Jason was sick with worry. In the back of his mind he wondered if Cam was taken because of the business, but he had no contact with the Russian mob and things had been relatively quiet. Besides, it wasn't like Cam was connected to him.

"Whatever you're thinking, stop—just please find him."

His eyes came back into focus. "I'll do everything I can."

Monica stopped taking Liz's pulse. "Your blood pressure is probably through the roof. I know you're upset, but you need to take some deep breaths. If you keep this up, you're going to end up on bed rest."

Alan walked in. "Is everything okay?"

Monica shook her head and motioned for him to follow her out.

Jason pushed the hair off of her face. "I don't want to leave you."

"I'm not alone. Cam needs you more."

"He needs us."

She stroked the side of his face. "You're always so good to me."

He slightly smiled. "I'm always going to try. Promise me that you'll take care of yourself."

She nodded and the gentle kiss that followed pleased them both and Monica smiled as she entered the room.

"Alright, you need to eat some more," Alan said.

"You people are obsessed with food around here."

Everyone chuckled.

"I have to go. You know how to reach me and what to do if something goes down." Jason had made sure that there was an exit plan and Monica was agreeable to everything.

"We're good."

Francis made his presence known as he stood on the deck. Elizabeth was glad to see him.

"Is Milo okay?" she asked.

"I'll check on him and get back to you soon."

She hugged Jason and he whispered in her ear.

"You won't be sleeping alone tonight."

She gripped him tighter. "Good to know."

There is no way in hell he is leaving her alone. She watched him disappear into the foyer and then reached for the sandwich. Hopefully, they will get a lead soon.

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Jason threw his keys on his desk and waited for Johnny and Stan to come inside. He feels like he is coming out of his skin as he wonders how little Cam is faring.

Johnny strode into the room first, his jaw is clenched and Jason can tell he is pissed. "Stan is following a few leads. He's in the conference room with Spinelli. Considering the Russian involvement in the drug trade in the area, I wouldn't be surprised if this somehow links back to Lucky."

Jason was speechless.

"Yeah, I said it. That prick was knee deep in that shit and God knows who he pissed off."

If this was Lucky's fault, then he needed to die and Jason had no problem doing it.

"What else?"

"Milo is stable. He took a bullet to his side and one grazed his leg."

"Does Max know?"

"He's with him."

"Good. Now, what else can we do?"

"At this point, we need something more substantial, but I have eyes around several hangouts where the Karpov men like to drink and party. I think Cam is close."

Jason pinched the bridge of his nose. "Francis stays with Elizabeth."

"Duly noted, but he's going to need sleep at some point."

"Then he can switch off with Logan. I need you hunting down leads."

"You got it."

Stan entered the room. "I think the van belongs to this person." He handed Jason a piece of paper.

"Thanks!" He thought about where the location was and then turned towards Johnny. "That building houses a lot of Karpov's men. We'd need a plan to get in there and honestly, I don't think they'd be stupid enough to hide Cam there, but you never know."

"I agree. Stan has surveillance on two of their warehouses and a house that Karpov has visited twice in the last couple of months."

"Who does it belong to?"

"His ex-wife's mom."

Jason frowned. "Is she still alive?"

"Yes."

The hairs on Jason's arms were practically standing on end. "Is there any activity?"

"Not then we can tell. There has been no movement and the lights are off. There has also been no sign of guards."

"That doesn't necessarily mean anything. Get some blueprints of the house."

"You got it."

"How far away is it?"

"About an hour or so."

Jason paced back and forth. "I always go with my gut. Johnny, I want you to go there and keep out of sight. The minute you smell trouble, I'll be there."

"You got it."

Johnny took off and Jason turned to Stan to get an update.

"The PCPD is about to make an announcement about the kidnapping."

Jason grabbed a remote and turned on the television.

Mac appeared looking somber. "As previously reported, Cameron Spencer was kidnapped today." A picture of the little boy appeared on the screen. His bright eyes and joyous smile made Jason's lip quirk upwards. "We just received a communication explaining why he was taken. Apparently, one of our former detectives, Lucky Spencer, stole some drugs and they want them back or at least payment for them. Unfortunately, no one knows where Mr. Spencer has disappeared to." A picture of Lucky popped up. "If anyone has any information on his whereabouts, please contact us immediately."

At the mansion, no one had spoken as they stared at the television. How in the world had Lucky got himself mixed up with these kinds of people?

"Unbelievable," Liz muttered.

Monica's eyes snapped to her. "It's going to be okay."

"How can you know that?"

"Because I know my son. Trust in Jason, because he will not stop until he finds Cameron."

Emily slowly moved into the room. "I'm so sorry."

Liz's eyes met her gaze. "Emily…"

A/N – I know….more drama. I was trying to twist what happened on the show. So, you probably can guess a little of what's about to happen since I'm doing similar things., just changing timing and the culprit among other things.