A/N – Thanks for the comments! Glad you like Liason opening up to each other. * Doreen769 – lol True! Thanks! * Guest – take the Victor within the context. Jason wouldn't be talking to Victor C. and if I say Helena and Victor I'm talking Cassadines. I think Jason was a doormat to everyone lol. Thanks!

Chapter 26 – Dream Come True

Patrick was monitoring Jake's vital signs every fifteen minutes. They needed to make sure that his organs were all functioning properly.

"His brain activity is increasing. I think he's dreaming," Robin said smiling.

Patrick returned it. "I get why you wanted to help. Being here has helped me see that, but it still hurt Emma and me. I never want to see that kind of disappointment in her eyes again. I'll do my best to help you two get back on track because it's the right thing to do and I want to be happy. I'll try to put aside our differences."

Robin let out the breath she was holding. "Thanks. I appreciate that."

"You're welcome."

He reviewed the current output from the brainwave machine. "Go get Elizabeth and Jason now."

Robin ran out of the room and told them to come inside and they rushed towards Jake.

"I think he's going to wake up any minute."

A few minutes passed that seemed like eternity, and Liz gasped as Jake's eyes fluttered open.

"Jakey, mommy's here baby."

He slightly smiled.

"Your body is still asleep but you're okay. I love you so much. Just rest okay?"

His eyes fluttered a few more times and then he fell back asleep.

Elizabeth started to sob and Jason held her tightly and when her legs gave out, he picked her up and carried her into the next room. It was a sight that she never thought she'd see again and it completely overwhelmed her with emotion.

AJ looked up at Patrick. "He's okay right?"

"Yes. He's doing as expected. It will be like what you experienced. It might take a little longer though." At least that's what they thought. The truth was all of this was new.

Robin smiled. "Welcome back Jake. You were sorely missed."

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Liz got her crying under control. "His eyes are so beautiful."

Jason smiled. "He tried to smile at you."

She smiled. "I didn't imagine it?"

"No. I saw it too. He loves you Elizabeth."

"You think I look older? I don't want him to be confused."

He looked at her sincerely. "I don't think you age. It's kind of creepy."

She laughed. "You're biased."

"You are beautiful. My son is aware of that too."

"You always know the right thing to say."

"Not always but I'm just telling the truth. He has the best mom ever."

She kissed him. "He might not wake up again until tomorrow. But, it should start to get more frequent."

"I can't wait."

Georgie walked in followed by Dylan. "Is he okay?" Elizabeth was crying so she wasn't sure what to think.

Liz smiled. "Happy tears. He opened his eyes and smiled a little before going back to sleep."

Liz stood up and Georgie hugged her.

"I'm so happy for you both. He's a lucky little boy."

"That he is."

Dylan gave her a hug. "I'm happy for you too. I know this is a dream come true for you."

Liz smiled. "It is. I can't wait for him to meet you."

Dylan smiled. "I would be honored."

Johnny stood in the doorway. "Congrats you guys. You deserve some happiness."

"Thanks Johnny."

Jason gave him a nod.

Jake waking up was all everyone could talk about. They speculated and celebrated eagerly awaiting the next time.

Georgie had disappeared after a while and Dylan finally found her in the sleep room.

She was lying on her bed crying.

"Georgie, talk to me."

She cried harder and Dylan pulled her onto his lap and then sat back further so he could lean against the wall. He waited until she calmed down to ask again, not sure what triggered her.

"Do you want me to go get Elizabeth?"

"No, I just was holding everything in, trying to be strong. I started feeling sad when I should feel so happy about Jake. We've all lost so much time. I feel bad that Elizabeth had to live without her son because of that shrew Helena. He's just a little boy. I missed so much of my twenties and I feel old."

Dylan looked down at her and the look on his face made her smirk.

"I'm serious. I just don't feel like myself totally and it just bugs me. Suppose this is it and it doesn't get any better?"

"There's nothing wrong with you Georgie."

"You didn't know me before."

"True but I know you now. You're putting too much pressure on yourself to be who you think you should be instead of just going with it. Fighting against it isn't going to change anything."

"I know," she said softly. "Is it that wrong to be bitter?"

He shook his head no. "Absolutely not. You deserve to feel how you need to feel. I can't even imagine what Jake will have to deal with. He's so small. How do you explain that everyone else got older but he didn't?"

"I don't know. I don't envy Elizabeth and Jason in that department."

"We'll all be there for him. He'll be surrounded with love and acceptance by the people who matter the most to him. People underestimate kids and their ability to adapt."

"True. How did you get so smart?"

He shrugged. "Eh, I guess I could give my parents credit, but what's the fun in that? It's all about me."

She grinned. "Thanks for making me smile."

"That's what I'm here for."

"Am I smushing you?"

Dylan's face contorted, "I—can't—feel—my—legs."

Georgie smacked his arm and he dumped her on the bed and tickled her for a minute as she laughed loudly.

"Come on, I'll play you in some ping pong. Loser washes dishes."

Georgie grinned. "You're on."

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Liz looked through the window for a minute to check on Jake. "AJ's awake. Have you spoken to him again?"

Jason shook his head. "It's weird. I don't know what to say to him. It's hard to imagine us being really close after everything that has gone down."

"There's a lot of bad blood there."

"A lot. I try not to think about it and push it aside. He's hated me for so long. Where did that hate go? I feel like the other shoe is about to drop. I can't let my guard down totally."

Liz walked over to Jason and stood in front of him. "Maybe you can ask him how and why he let it go."

"Maybe."

She kissed him softly. "You don't have to go hang out with him. Honestly, I don't think you guys have a lot in common anyway. But he is family and let's face it, you two haven't really been there for each other in the past. I think you owe it to yourself to dig deeper or you'll never completely be able to let it go. See where his head is at and what he expects from you now. You'll never know until you talk it out."

"Thank you for saying that. I love you Elizabeth."

She smiled. "I love you too." They kissed again. "I'm going to call Cameron later. They are staying at Epiphany's so the movers can start packing the house up."

"Diane said the seller is eager to let the property go because they need to move out of the country. So, they are putting a rush on everything. I also made sure she handled everyone's paperwork. When we fly back, we can all appear before a judge in New York together and then go home."

"I can't wait to move in. Diane and I have half the house designed already. The living room is being delivered tomorrow."

"What are you doing with Jake's room?"

"He loves motorcycles, so we're going to put up some large decals and she actually found some motorcycle bedding. I think that he'll like it."

Jason smiled.

"Diane is working with Cam for his. He's growing up so fast."

"I know. I'm worried Jake won't recognize him."

"I thought about that too."

"Can I sit with you for the call?"

"Of course, you're going to be his dad. I want the two of you to get to know each other more."

Jason really liked the sound of that.

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Patrick sat in front of the computer screen. "Hey."

Sam's eyes perused him slowly. She missed him. "Hi. How is Jake?"

"He opened his eyes."

Sam didn't even know what to say. It was a miracle really. If she had lost Danny and then he came back in this way, she'd probably be a weeping mess but so happy. "That's fantastic news."

"It's amazing to be a part of the process."

Sam looked down for a second and then back at Patrick. "So, do you understand why Robin felt the need to leave?"

Patrick nodded. "A big part of it was for Danny. She wanted him to have his dad back. I get it but it still doesn't resolve anything between us if that is what you are worried about."

"No. I'm glad that Emma will have her mom back. As far as you and Robin, you've made yourself clear where you stand."

"I know this came out of left field while we were trying to see if we could get back to the way things were."

"Do you want that Patrick?"

He sighed. "Yes and no. I love you Sam, but that's not the problem. And I do understand that you haven't done anything remotely like what you did before. I get that, but it's just hard for me to let what you did go."

"Maybe you shouldn't. Maybe it's just something that shouldn't be forgotten or glossed over. However, if you look at our relationship together, hasn't it been good?"

He slightly smiled. "It's been amazing."

"Then why can't you focus on that? Look, I wasn't a good person in the past. I get that. I was con. I made a ton of mistakes and got involved with people that I shouldn't be with. I lost a child and then miraculously was given Danny as a gift. It changed me. And yes, maybe that shouldn't be the catalyst, but it healed something inside of me that was very broken. I am a mom now and understand what it means to love and want to protect him. I'm different and I'd like to think I've grown up, although I know I have my moments."

Patrick smirked.

"Just take this time to really think about us and what you want. We were planning a future together and we had a great relationship. Judge me on that."

Patrick's eyes filled with tears. "I miss you. I miss waking up with you in my arms and our little adventures."

She wiped a tear away and slightly smiled. "I'm still the Sam you fell in love with."

"I'll make a final decision while I'm here. It wouldn't be fair otherwise."

"I love you Patrick. Emma will be home by 4:00 if you want to call back."

He smiled. "I would like that."

"Take care."

Patrick turned the monitor off. Either he made peace with Sam based on who she was now or he chose to walk away. He would have to be able to live with his choice. Sighing, he got up and went to check on Jake.

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AJ leaned against Dylan.

"Just take your time. You're muscles have to get used to working again."

"I feel like I just woke up from a weekend bender and I fell asleep in a weird position. Everything hurts."

Georgie walked towards him. "The first time sucks, but it will slowly get better."

AJ smirked. "Hello Georgie. You look great for someone who has been frozen for so long."

She smiled. "Can't say the same for O'Brien…."

Johnny rolled his eyes. "Are you going to tease me forever?"

"Probably chilly willy."

Johnny shook his head.

Dylan chuckled.

"Johnny, can I talk to you for a minute?" Georgie asked.

Johnny nodded and they went into another room.

"When we're totally back to normal, you think you could teach me some self-defense?"

"Of course, is this about what happened with Diego?"

"Yes. I don't ever want to be a victim like that again."

Johnny could see the conviction in her eyes. "I will help you but Georgie, you need to understand that sometimes the bad guys have weapons or catch you off guard and if they are stronger than you, they can get the upper hand."

Her eyes began to tear. "I get it but I just need to do this for myself for peace of mind. It will help me feel like I have a little control."

"I understand," he said pulling her into him and hugging her. "I'll always look out for you Georgie. You're stuck with me."

She pulled back and smiled. "That goes both ways. Anytime time you need your ass kicked, I'm here for you."

He grinned. "Duly noted."

Liz walked in. "Listen, Diane, Jason's attorney, is faxing over some paperwork we need to overnight back. It's to reinstate your status among the living."

Georgie smiled. "Awesome."

"When we fly into New York, you'll have to appear in front of judge to proof you exist and then we'll head to Port Charles."

Elizabeth noticed Georgie looked a little wary. "I was thinking that maybe the next night, we could have a gathering of people, so we can explain what happened, and then bring everyone out. I think I already know who you want there, but give me a list to make sure."

"Is Sonny going to be there?"

"No. Johnny, you're not going to be there. Jason needs time to smooth things over with Sonny. They aren't really talking right now. It will basically be Jake and Georgie. AJ wants to just have a private meeting with the Q's for now and just stay at the mansion out of sight. He'll meet with Sonny and Michael a few days later."

Georgie nodded. "Okay."

"Johnny, we have a guest cottage. It has two bedrooms. You are more than welcome to stay there."

"Are you sure Jason is okay with that?"

"Yes. He asked."

Johnny wasn't sure what to make of that but he appreciated it. "Thanks, I'll take you up on that."

He left the room.

"You okay?" Liz asked.

"Yes. Just will probably be a bundle of nerves by then."

"It's going to be kind of crazy but I'll be there for you."

"Can I ask you a favor?"

Liz nodded. "Anything."

"Can I stay with you for a while until I can get my bearings?"

"Georgie are you sure that you want to do that?"

"I just think going home with them will be overwhelming. I could stay with Johnny."

"You two talk and if he's fine with him, then of course I will be okay with it. I just don't want you to let fear dictate your decisions."

"It's just a lot to deal with and I need to be around you guys right now."

"Alright."

Georgie gave her a slight smile. "Thanks." She felt better already. "There's something else."