A/N – Thanks for the comments! Glad you liked Helena's demise and the down time! * kcke2pen – rofl I would cheer Georgie on!

Chapter 53 – Home

Abby jumped into the pool and swam over to Jason and Elizabeth. "Hey,"

Jason smiled. "What's up?"

"I know this is a really weird request, but I would be forever in your debt if you get out of the pool, walk over to my mother, pick her up, and then deposit her into the deep end."

Liz laughed. "Seriously?"

Abby nodded. "Jason, I am begging you."

He grinned. "You sure she isn't carrying any weapons?"

Abby laughed. "I'm positive."

Dylan chuckled as Stitch shook his head.

Jason looked over at them and Stitch shrugged.

"I say you go for it," Nick said, swimming up to him.

"Always the instigator," Jason said before looking over at Elizabeth.

She smiled. "I don't care."

Abby grinned. "You're awesome."

Stitch dunked Abby and they all started horsing around. Jason swam to the little end and got out and walked around the pool like he was going to jump in and at the last second, he turned and looked at Ashley.

She was surprised. "Hi Jason."

Jason smiled. "Hi Ashley. How are you?"

"Fine."

Mariah put her hand over her mouth so she wouldn't laugh.

"You have something on your face."

She frowned and touched her cheek. "Where?"

He walked towards her. "Right there..." He grabbed her as Ashley squealed and then picked her up.

"What are you doing?"

He walked towards the pool as everyone cheered him on.

She was gripping him tightly. "Don't you dare?"

Jason smiled and pretended to put her down so she'd relax a little, and then switched it up and tossed a shocked Ashley in. He turned and looked at Victoria as a sputtering Ashley surfaced.

Abby was laughing hysterically and Ashley glared at her.

"You put him up to that didn't you?"

Abby hid behind Nick.

"Don't even think about it," Victoria said, glaring at Jason.

He smiled. "You look like you need to cool off," he said, walking towards her.

She got up and tried to run but he was faster. He grabbed her and picked her up and tossed her in as Nick cheered.

Jason jumped in after her and swam towards the group. "You're not mad are you?"

Ashley gave him a look but couldn't stay mad. "You all suck."

They laughed and Victoria hopped on Jason's back and he easily tossed her towards Stitch who was laughing.

Johnny snuck up behind Sharon and picked her up and tossed her in as well.

Mariah pushed him in and then brushed her hands together before sitting down as Elizabeth cheered.

"That is why I traded you in for Dylan," Victoria said, pretending to be mad.

Jason laughed and gave her a hug. They all played around for a while before venturing home.

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Monday swung around way too quickly. There was no sign of Lucky in Ireland but they had found the facility. The plan was to go home and beef up their security. They needed to make sure that Lucky got nowhere near Elizabeth or the kids.

Victor had everyone over and they barbecued as the kids ran around and played. Jason didn't realize how much he had missed Genoa City.

Victoria walked up to him. "I'm sad you guys are going back."

He sighed. "I know. I had a great time and Cam and Jake love the ranch."

She smiled. "They are welcome here any time you know."

"I do. I'll try to come visit here and there. And you and the kids are always welcome to come visit us," he said taking Johnny from her.

She smiled. "I'll have to take you up on that someday."

Jason went over and sat down next to Liz and Johnny became fascinated with her necklace and Jason handed him over.

"Did you get baby jacked?" Nick asked sitting down.

"Yup."

Nick smiled. "Happens to me all the time."

Jake ran up to them and handed Nick a football. "Uncle Nick play with me."

Nick smiled. "Alright squirt. Let's go."

Cam took his place.

"How's it going?" Jason asked.

Cam smiled. "Good. Victor let me sit on the horse."

Jason smiled. "Cool."

"Can we get one mom?"

Liz looked over at him like he was crazy and Jason and Cam laughed making Johnny laugh as well.

"Yeah Elizabeth, why can't he have one?" Nick asked.

Liz shook her head. "Hold him," she said giving Johnny back to Jason. She ran up behind Nick and jumped on his back. Jake laughed and tried to tackle him too and then Faith and Cam jumped him too. Finally, they all fell in a mess of tangled limbs and bodies. Liz was laughing hard as Nick spit out some grass.

Victor chuckled.

"You're just going to stand there and watch them jump me?" Nick asked his dad.

"You're on your own son. I know better than to get in the middle of that."

Liz tried to get up and Nick pulled her back down and tickled her and Jake couldn't resist and joined in. Liz was laughing so hard tears were falling down her face.

Nikki laughed at their antics.

Jason got up and laid Johnny on top of Elizabeth and she lifted him up and he laughed and drooled. Nick took him and tossed high into the air.

"Thank God I have good insurance," Victoria said, shaking her head.

They all ate and laughed and had a good time before the Port Charles contingent had to catch a ride to the airport.

Nikki tearfully said goodbye.

"Promise it won't be long," Dylan said before giving her a kiss on the forehead. "Later mom."

Nikki smiled. "Later son."

Victor shook his hand and then Jason's. Liz gave both of them a hug and Nikki gave Jake and Cam a big hug as well. They boarded the plane and got settled.

Nikki watched the plane take off. "I miss them already."

Victor kissed the top of her head. "Come on. Let's go home."

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The next day, Alexis brought Danny back.

"How's my birthday boy?" Liz asked.

Danny smiled. "I'm this many," he said holding up three fingers.

Liz smiled. "I know." She kissed him on the head.

Jason picked him up and gave him a big hug. "Happy Birthday."

Danny smiled and laid his head on Jason's shoulder. He had missed his dad.

"Did you see your mommy?" Liz asked.

Danny nodded. "I got hugs."

Liz smiled. "Hugs are the best."

Danny held out his arms and Liz took him from Jason and gave Danny a big hug.

"That was a good one."

Danny nodded.

Alexis smiled. "Well, I know he's in good hands."

Jason followed her to the door. "How is Sam?"

"I think seeing Danny was good for her. She seemed a little more like herself. I think she's making progress."

"Good."

Alexis touched Jason's arm. "You're a good man Jason. I know I've given you a hard time in the past, but you are good with Danny and I'm glad you and Sam will be able to co-parent without a lot of drama."

"Thank you and I'm glad too."

She left and Jason went back into the living room. Jake was telling Danny all about the weekend.

"Dad, are we having a party for Danny?"

Jason smiled. "On Saturday we will."

"Bouncy?" Danny asked.

Jason chuckled. "Yes."

Liz had already texted everyone.

The Newmans couldn't come this time, but they had plenty of family and friends around.

The boys cheered and then ran upstairs to tell Cam who had just gotten home from school.

Liz smiled.

Michael walked into the house and Liz gave him a hug.

"I missed you. How are you doing?"

Michael sat down. "I'm okay. I missed you guys too. Dad is at the mansion recovering. Kevin is going to start some sessions with him tomorrow."

Jason nodded. He was glad. AJ needed to talk it out and find a way to forgive himself. "What about you?"

"I've been talking to a counselor and I went to a few meetings."

"I'm really proud of you Michael."

Liz cleared her throat. "Have you spoken to your mom?"

"A little bit. I just need some time you know? Surprisingly, she is being good."

Liz nodded. "She loves you and I think that she gets you need some space. How is Josslyn?"

Michael chuckled. "She's back at school. I don't think there is any more room on her cast to sign and she's milking it."

Liz smiled.

"They are letting Morgan out tomorrow. Sloane said the jail is overcrowded. I honestly think he wants Morgan to screw up so he can really nail him."

"Sounds like Sloane," Liz said.

"He's going into the business. Duke agreed to mentor him. I think he figured at least maybe he could protect Morgan that way."

Jason sighed. "He'll have to find his own way, just like you did."

"I know. I'll worry, but it's his decision."

"How is operation take down Nikolas going?" Liz asked.

Michael smiled. "Great. We will be meeting with the board on Friday. Can you come?"

Jason nodded. "Of course."

"Thanks. I know it's the last thing you want to do, but I'm looking forward to seeing Nikolas's face when the rug is ripped from under him."

Jason smiled. "Me too."

"Will you come to Danny's birthday party?"

Michael smiled. "Sure. Can I bring Josslyn?"

"I have no problem with that," Liz said.

"And one more thing. I've been seeing Sabrina and I want to know if she's welcome here."

Liz sighed.

"Look, I know she did some bad things because she lost it, but she's fighting to get her life back."

Jason had no idea what they were talking about.

"It just reminds me of Sam. I get that people make mistakes. God knows I've made a lot, but what Sabrina did was disturbing."

Michael sighed. "I know. She's a good person though and I think you know that. Look, if you don't want her here…."

Liz held up her hands. "I'll deal with it. I don't hate her Michael but I do know she's been doing a lot better. And if she's helping you find yourself again then I'll try not to judge."

Michael got up and then pulled Liz to her feet and hugged her. "You know, you're kind of an inspiration to me."

Liz pulled back and looked up at him. "Why?"

"Because you've been through so much, but now you're happy and in love. I want that too."

Liz smiled. "You're already on your way."

Jason slightly smiled. He was proud of them both.

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Alexis studied her daughter before approaching her. "Molly, what's wrong? You've been acting kind of strange lately."

Molly looked up. "Nothing's wrong. Are we going to Danny's party on Saturday?"

Alexis nodded. "Of course. Did you have other plans?"

"No. I was supposed to go stay with my dad but I cancelled. I'm going to go lay down."

Alexis watched her walk away wondering what she had missed. Did something happen that was making her daughter shut off?

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Johnny sat on a stool at Kelly's and ordered a sandwich. It was good to be able to move around the cabin freely. Sonny was gone so the threat against his life was dead too.

Carly walked up to the counter and then did a double take. "Johnny O'Brien?"

Johnny looked over at her. "Carly Benson."

"Wow. I thought you were—"

"—six feet under?"

Carly nodded.

"Let's just say Helena had other ideas."

"Wow, you too?"

Johnny nodded.

She grabbed her drink. "Well, welcome back."

"Thanks."

She walked away and Johnny finished eating. He got off his stool and ran right into Jordan who wasn't have a good day. Shawn was gone and then break up wasn't pretty. She dropped her purse and Johnny picked it up and handed it to her.

"Sorry about that."

Her head tilted. "I haven't seen you around here."

"I used to be but Helena froze me and now I'm back."

Jordan was surprised. "Wow. So, you are another one of her victims."

Johnny thought she was beautiful. "Yes. I'm Johnny O'Brien he said holding out his hand."

Jordan smiled. "I'm Jordan Ashford."

"It's very nice to meet you."

She smiled and grabbed her phone. "Commissioner Ashford."

He watched her curiously as she answered and then ended the call.

"So, are you going to stick around here?"

Johnny nodded. "Yes. I'm going into business with Jason Morgan."

Her stance immediately changed. "So you're in the mob?"

"I used to be before I was frozen, but this is legit. I have no desire to be in that business anymore and neither does Jason."

Jordan relaxed a little. "Well, I'm glad that you have resisted the urge to go back." She grabbed her lunch. "Sorry, but I have to get back to the station."

"I look forward to running into you again."

Jordan slightly smiled. The accent was cute. "Likewise."

Johnny grinned. "I've still got it," he said before throwing a tip onto the counter and heading back to the compound.

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Maxie watched Georgie walk inside the restaurant. She waved and Georgie smiled and walked towards the table.

"Hey," she said sitting down.

Maxie wasn't seeing Georgie as often as she liked and that didn't make her a happy camper. She studied her sister.

"What?"

"Why do you have that stupid grin on your face?"

Georgie rolled her eyes. "Not even you can ruin my mood."

Maxie's mouth dropped open. "Did you do it with Dylan?"

Georgie grinned and Maxie just sat there stunned.

Felicia walked up and kissed Georgie on the head. "Hey sweetie."

"Hi mom."

"What's wrong with you?" she asked Maxie.

Maxie got a devilish look in her eye.

"Nothing, she's just being Maxie. Can I have lemonade?"

Felicia smiled. "Coming right up."

Georgie glared at her sister. "Were you going to tell?"

Maxie pursed her lips. "Maybe."

"You're such a bitch."

Maxie's mouth dropped open again.

"Seriously, it's none of mom's business who I am sleeping with."

"You've barely known him."

"I've known him longer than your usual five minute turn around."

Maxie gasped. "What the hell have you done with my sister?"

Felicia heard the outburst and looked over at Mac. "Should we go over there?"

"Only if we need to clean up," Mac muttered.

"You're looking at her, but if you think your old tactics are going to work then you need to think again." Georgie crossed her arms across her chest and sat back.

"Fine, I won't tell them. How was it?"

Georgie didn't answer her right away but then leaned forward. "It was fucking fantastic and that's all I'm going to say."

Maxie smirked. "Calm down Georgie. I'll keep your secret. I hope you used birth control."

"What happens inside my vagina is not up for general discussion."

Felicia almost spilled her drink. "Um, here," she said, putting it down and rushing off.

Both girls busted out laughing.

"I can't believe she heard that," Georgie said as she blushed.

Maxie snorted. "That was classic. Oh my God, I will remember that moment forever."

Max watched Felicia down a shot and frowned. "What the hell?"

"Truce?" Maxie asked holding out her hand.

"Why the hell not." Georgie said shaking it.