A/N – Thanks for the comments! Guest – Re: ILY – Not really. They know they want to be with each other and how else would they get to know each other? Now she has family there. I asked my hubby that question and he said he'd definitely move in the same situation. * ilovedana – Monica was married to Jeff before and shocked to see him so I don't think it's inappropriate for her to approach. She really only addressed him and rather quickly.

Chapter 26 - Family

Gia stepped out into the hallway. "Is my brother dead?"

James turned around. He was aware of who Gia was which made him all the more surprised that she was working for Jason. "Yes."

Gia's eyes filled with tears. "Where is his body?"

"He was buried in Mexico. We had no other choice."

She nodded and went back into her office and sat down. There was a knock on the door a few minutes later. She composed herself the best she could and then got up and opened it.

"Hey." Johnny said noting her red eyes. "Are you okay?"

She shook her head no and Johnny stepped inside and pulled her into him. Gia cried for a few minutes and then pulled back. "Sorry, I didn't mean to get all emotional on you." She said wiping her wet hands on her jeans.

"You want to talk about it?"

"I found out Taggert is dead. I know you all hated him but he was still my brother. He was good to me."

"I understand." John said quietly.

"They buried him. I'll probably never know where. It just disturbs me." She said sitting down.

"Do you want me to try and find out where he is?" Johnny asked.

"It's okay. I don't think they'd tell you anyway."

He stood up and leaned over her. "I'd try for you." He said softly.

She touched his face and he wiped a tear from hers.

"Let me be there for you."

Gia closed her eyes for a second and then she looked back at him, letting him see the hurt and Johnny pulled her up and hugged her again. He couldn't explain why he wanted her to turn to him. There was just something about her that spoke to him.

She pulled back and stood on her toes and kissed him gently. "Thank you."

"Can you meet me at Jake's tonight?"

She nodded. "Sure. I could definitely use a drink."

"I'll be there by 9:00."

She slightly smiled. "I'll look forward to it."

Gia watched him leave and sighed. Maybe it was time to plant some roots. Johnny was certainly making it easier to want to stay around.

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Milo let David into the penthouse. Claudia looked up. "Hello." She said smiling.

He returned it. "You look a lot better."

"Thanks. I've been doing everything you suggested and Milo has been helping me work out and I'm taking supplements to help me gain weight."

"Good." He said sitting down next to her. Rubbing his hands together, he made sure that they were warm before touching her. He gave her an exam and then smiled. "I'm very pleased with your progress. I just want to take some more blood and make sure your levels are increasing."

She nodded and watched him tie off her arm and then draw the sample.

"There." He said putting a bandaid on her before bending her arm to apply pressure.

"So, tell me about this clinic."

David smiled. "It's a labor of love. Jason and Sonny help me fund it and in exchange I provide medical services to them when someone is hurt or needs a check up."

"Jason said you help people without insurance."

"I do. It makes me feel like I'm giving back to the community. We operate on a sliding scale of sorts. If you can't afford to pay anything then you don't."

"Do you have a large staff?" She asked curiously.

"Unfortunately no. The pay is just not competitive with Mercy and G.H.'s salaries."

"Hmmmm." She said smiling.

"What?" He asked curiously.

"Do you need a nurse?"

David sighed. "I would love a nurse."

"I think I might have the perfect person for you. Jason's girlfriend is a nurse and she seemed interested in your clinic when he mentioned it." Claudia said smiling.

"Really? I would love to talk to her."

"Maybe we can have dinner with her tomorrow night. I'll see what I can do."

He smiled. "I would love that."

David could really use the help. He couldn't do everything he wanted to if he didn't have someone who could work alongside him.

They chatted for a little while longer and then David had to go see a patient. As he gripped the knob he turned and looked back at Claudia. "I'll look forward to getting to know you better."

Claudia smiled. "Ditto."

He smiled back and left. Claudia squealed. If she got her way, she'd know him a lot better.

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The Webbers sat down for lunch. Francis joined them and he looked at his watch. Jason was a little late. He knew he had the union meeting and wondered if it had gone a bit over. Jeff noticed and wondered if something was holding him up as well.

Jason sat back in the speedboat that was quickly closing the distance between it and the yacht. He couldn't wait to see the look on Elizabeth's face.

Finally it pulled up and the captain helped him on board.

"Follow me." The man said leading the way.

Jason paused before going into the dining cabin. He could hear Elizabeth laughing and smiled as he walked inside.

Elizabeth turned and gasped. "Jason."

He grinned. "Hey."

She got up and hugged him tightly. "You did all of this didn't you."

"Maybe."

"Thank you. You've made our day so special."

He kissed her lightly. "I'm glad you're having fun."

She pulled him over to the table.

Andrea smiled. "Thank you Jason. This went above and beyond. We are having the best time."

Jason smiled. "I'm glad that you're enjoying yourselves."

Francis put a beer down in front of him and Jason thanked him and took a swig.

"How's your new secretary working out?" Elizabeth asked.

"She's wonderful." Jason said smiling. "She made a stack of papers disappear this morning that I've been staring out for days."

Liz smiled. "I can't wait to meet her."

"She's dating Johnny."

Liz's mouth dropped open. "Get out."

Jason and Francis chuckled. "Yup."

"Now I really do have to meet her."

"She's tough. I don't think Johnny knows what he's getting himself into." Jason said smiling.

Francis chuckled. "She'll definitely keep him on his toes."

Liz smiled. "I like her already."

They ate and Liz sat back in her chair. "So, I think I really want to find out about David's clinic."

Jeff was surprised. "You think you might want to work there?"

"Yes. I could go back to the hospital but let's face it, I don't need the money and the clinic helps those in need. It would feel good to still get to do nursing but give back as well."

Andrea smiled. She was so proud of her daughter. Elizabeth had to be one of the most unselfish people she knew.

"You'd have some free time to paint if you want too." Jason said.

Liz smiled. "That would really be nice."

"Sounds like you've pretty much made up your mind." Jeff said.

"Well, I want to meet him first. I don't know even know if he's looking for anyone."

"He does it all himself for the most part. I'm sure he could use a hand." Jason added.

"Maybe we can have dinner with him tomorrow night."

"Do you think we could come? We'll be leaving the next morning and I'd love to hear more about it."

Jason nodded. "I think we could arrange it. There's a big dining room table in there so we should all fit."

Liz smiled. "I'll let Claudia know when we get back. She's in hiding right now."

Andrea frowned. "Why?"

Liz explained the best she could and they were stunned.

"She's a pretty courageous woman to come back here and want to face him." Jeff said.

"I like her. I think we'll be good friends."

It was a strange lot of people their daughter was hanging around but as long as she was happy, then Jeff was happy too.

"I hate to eat and run but I have a meeting." Jason said rising.

Liz stood up and gave him a kiss. "Thanks for being the greatest boyfriend ever."

Jason chuckled. "Do I get a plaque or something?"

Liz laughed. "Does this have something to do with OB?'

Jason grinned. "You know it."

She kissed him again and then watched him leave. Turning to Francis she smiled. "We definitely have to make that plaque happen."

"Done." He said laughing.

Liz and her parents spent a few more hours on the boat and then came back. Tonight was Lila's birthday and Liz needed to find her the perfect present. So, she went shopping with her mom while her dad went up to the room to do some research.

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Jason walked into the penthouse and took a shower. Even though he was happy he would see Lila, he wasn't thrilled about having to spend time with the rest of the family. It was going to be an interesting evening and he really hoped everyone behaved. He finished up and went downstairs and was surprised to find Liz sitting on the couch.

"You look beautiful." He said smiling.

She had on a pretty knee length emerald green dress.

"Thank you handsome." She said smiling.

Jason kissed her. "I think I need to do a couple of shots before we leave."

Liz laughed. "Are you nervous?"

"A little bit."

"I'll protect you." She said softly.

He stared into her beautiful eyes. "I might have to take you up on that."

"Come on." She said taking his hand and walking towards the door.

They headed over there hoping everyone would be on their best behavior.

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Monica stood in the middle of the living room. Lila was still up in her room. "I am begging all of you not to get in a fight with Jason. For one night, can we be respectful to each other?"

Tracy rolled her eyes. "You are asking the impossible Monica. I say we just let it all hang out and be ourselves. I think Jason would rather have that then us pretending we like each other. We don't want to make him pass out again."

Monica clench her jaw. "Tracy, I swear to God I will kick your ass out of this house."

"You and what army?"

Alan groaned. "Enough. Will you stop acting like children?"

"I just want to be myself." Tracy said taking a sip of a drink.

"That's the problem. You're not very likeable." Alice said. "I could lock her in the closet." She said to Monica who smirked.

"Don't you even think about it." Tracy growled.

Ned walked in. "What did I miss?"

"We are supposed to pretend we like each other."

Ned started to laugh. "That's funny. Should I go find some duct tape?"

"Only if you'll hold your mother down while I put it on." Monica said.

Tracy made a face as Ned chuckled.

A woman walked into the room and Ned had a wide grin on his face. "Chloe Morgan, welcome back." He said giving her a big hug.

Monica and Alan embraced her and even Tracy.

"It's so good to see all of you. I spoke with Lila over the phone a week ago."

"So you know everything that is going on then." Monica said.

She nodded. "Is Jason coming?"

"Yes." Alan said.

"Good."

Dillon walked into the room. "Hey everybody."

Tracy hurried towards him and gave him a big hug. "I missed you."

Dillon smiled. "I missed you too mom."

Edward walked into the room and greeted everyone.

Jason gripped Elizabeth's hand and took a deep breath before walking inside.

Dillon smiled. "Hey Jason."

"Hey. This is my girlfriend Elizabeth. That's Dillon and Ned."

Dillon shook Elizabeth's hand. "It's nice to meet you."

"Likewise."

Ned came over. "Hello Jason. Elizabeth it's a pleasure to meet you."

"Thanks."

Ned began to make small talk with Elizabeth and she could feel Jason relax a little.

Skye walked into the room. "Hello everyone."

Tracy groaned. "Who invited her?"

Skye rolled her eyes. "Can it Tracy." She said before giving Jason a hug. "It's good to see you."

"Thanks. How are you?" Jason asked.

"I'm good. Who is this?"

"Elizabeth Webber meet my sister Skye."

Liz was surprised. Jason hadn't mentioned her before.

Skye smirked. "You'll have to learn to pry information out of him. Alan adopted me."

"Oh, ok. Well, it's nice to meet you."

Skye smiled. "I think I'll sit by you guys if that's okay."

Elizabeth smiled. "That's fine with me."

Alice walked into the room. "Okay guys, get ready. I'm going to go get her."

Skye grinned. "I can't wait to see her."

They all stepped back into the room and when Lila entered the room she gasped.

"Surprise." Everyone yelled. They all sang happy birthday and Lila was moved to tears.

"It's so good seeing you all here. You made my day."

Skye walked towards her and gave her a hug. "I missed you so much."

"It's nice seeing your beautiful face around here. You should visit more often."

Skye smiled. "For you, I will make sure of that."

Tracy rolled her eyes.

Chloe gave Lila a kiss on the cheek. "Hello beautiful." She said as Lila chuckled.

"Chloe, I'm so happy to see you."

"I missed you so much." Chloe said smiling.

"Tell me what you've been up to."

Jason listened to Chloe talk. He didn't know her very well although she seemed nice enough.

"Jason." Lila said. "Will you come here please?"

Jason walked towards them.

"I know you probably don't remember Chloe."

Jason looked over at her and she smiled.

"Chloe Morgan." She said holding out her hand.

Jason shook it. "It's nice to meet you. Lila has spoken very highly of you."

"That's because I bring her sweets and love listening to her stories."

Jason smiled. "She does tell some good ones." Jason reached behind him and pulled Elizabeth forward. "This is my girlfriend Elizabeth."

Chloe gave her a hug. "It's so nice to meet you. Your skin is to die for."

Elizabeth blushed which made Jason smile again.

"I'm a fashion designer. I have this dress that would look so perfect on you. I'll send it here and you'll have to make Jason take you some place special."

Liz grinned. "That is so nice of you."

Jason chuckled as Chloe spirited Elizabeth away and they sat down and chatted.