Chapter 28
Thanks to Trini12180, Starlightguardian, guest, and Teresa Roundtree for your reviews. To the guest reviewer, Sonny is not finished with Michael; he's not ready to forgive…yet. Nina, we will see.
Reset to the 2011 OG storyline.
Elizabeth did have an affair with Nikolas, which caused Elizabeth and Lucky to end things again and brought Aiden's paternity question up. Elizabeth received the results, and when she confessed to Lucky and Nikolas, Nikolas took Aiden but later returned him and left town. I was not fond of 2011 for several reasons, mainly b/c there was little Liason. I don't care for Sam; much of their s/l is not acknowledged.
In OG s/l, Jake Spencer ran out of the Webber home on 3/17/2011. Luke Spencer was drunk and hit Jake in a hit-and-run. Patrick and Robin declared him brain dead, and Elizabeth slapped Jason when he suggested donating Jake's kidneys to Josslyn Jacks. Elizabeth yelled, "You chose not to parent Jake, just like you chose not to be with me. You walked away and never looked back. Lucky and I raised Jake. We are the ones with the hole in our lives. You don't even know him." Jason tried to explain why he gave Jake up. Elizabeth cried, "And now you want to give away his organs?" Lucky convinced Elizabeth to allow the donation to Joss.
Luke was discovered to be the one who hit Jake, but there were other suspects. Dante eventually cleared Lisa Niles, Carly, Sam, Robin, a mystery car with blacked-out windows, and Sonny.
IMO, she served no purpose, and for s/l reasons, Siobhan (Lucky's green card wife) does not exist. There is a re-pairing of Lucky and Sam. For timeline and brevity, the s/l where Jason needed surgery and the dream sequences didn't happen.
What if actions surrounding Jake's death were handled differently?
3/17/2011
Joss is ill, and Carly and Jax admit her to GH. Carly calls Jason for support. An unknown vehicle hits Jake Webber as he runs outside towards the street. Elizabeth rides in with Jake in the ambulance. Cam and Aiden are with a neighbor. She meets with Steve, and he tells her to let Patrick and Robin do their job. She calls Lucky, who is arguing with his father, who took off after drinking to pick up a shipment of Cuban cigars. Jason watches Robin and Patrick rush after hearing an emergency page. He sees Steven put his arm around Elizabeth and leaves to investigate. Elizabeth and Steve update Jason. Lucky arrives, and all four go to the conference waiting room. Steve explains Jake suffered severe head trauma, and Robin and Patrick are trying to save him. He leaves to monitor the surgery.
Elizabeth nervously folds one of Jake's tops. Jason wraps an arm around Elizabeth. She buries her head in his chest. He stays and comforts Elizabeth. Lucky tries to help but sees the two parents holding hands and backs away. He loves Jake, but he can't deny the connection Elizabeth has with Jason.
Sam offers her assistance to Dante. She tells him it's better to help find who hit Jake from afar. She doesn't elaborate but says she did something awful a few years ago and thinks it's best she not be a reminder to Elizabeth and Jason of what she did. Lucky offers to help, too. The trio headed to the PCPD to look through traffic cams in the general area where Jake was hit.
Steve checks in on the surgery when Patrick calls Jake's 'time of death.' He walks to the waiting area and tells LuLu, Nikolas, and Monica that Jake died. He enters the conference room and breaks the news to Jason and Elizabeth. Elizabeth falls forward, and Jason catches her as they fall to the floor. He rocks her as she sobs.
Robin and Patrick convey their condolences and say that Jake is brain-dead and on life support. Robin suggests they consider donating organ donation. Donating Jake's organs could save several children's lives. Carly overhears and begs them for permission to donate Jake's kidneys. Elizbeth says, "Carly, you are going through unimaginable pain. I wouldn't wish Joss's illness on anyone. I'll sign the papers."
Lucky and Sam assist Dante and narrow suspects. They await confirmation on the two remaining cars when LuLu calls Lucky, telling him Jake has died. Lucky leaves for the hospital to be there for Jason and Elizabeth.
Dante and Sam are unable to locate the unmarked vehicle. Luke Spencer's is cleared, and his car does not have Jake's DNA. Dante and Sam arrive at GH, and he tells Jason They don't know who hit and killed Jake. When Dante tells him they hit a brick wall, Sam is troubled at seeing Jason hold Elizabeth.
Jason drives Elizabeth home since she was in the ambulance with Jake. She invites him in while she goes to the neighbors to pick up Aiden and Cam. Jason finds Jake's yellow motorcycle on the floor and picks it up, sobbing. Cam enters before his mother, carrying Aiden. Cam sees Jason crying and hugs him. Jason hugs Cam tighter. Jason wipes his tears, smiles, and says, "Thanks, Cam. I needed that. Elizabeth, I should get back to the PH. I need to decide about my relationship with Sam."
"Jason, Jake is gone. You don't need to feel tied to me anymore."
"Elizabeth, Jake was not the only reason I wanted to be with you. I kept pushing you away, thinking my life was too dangerous for you and your kids. It wasn't my business that endangered Jake. It was a random accident. I'm not saying my life won't change; being with me will always be risky. Cam and Jake were the reasons I ended things with you; it wasn't because I didn't love you. I did, and I do still love you."
"I know you still have feelings for Sam, too. I want you to have Jake's toy. Go home, be with Sam, and think about what you really want. The service is next week; please sit with Lucky and me. After the service, let me know how you want to proceed."
Jason hugs Elizabeth, kisses her forehead, and says, "Okay, I'll go. Thank you for wanting me by your side to honor our son. After Jake's service, we need some serious conversations."
GH robbed us of a service for Jake, so I've created a mini-one.
3/31-4/1/2011
Nikolas organizes everything so Lucky, Elizabeth, and Jason don't have to. The service is held at Queen of Angels Cathedral. Lainey Winters flew back from Philadelphia, where she's been working in a practice with Maya Ward. Kelly Lee, who delivered Aiden, arrives after performing a C-section on a patient. The Quartermaines, Carly, Jax, Sonny, Michael, Dante, and the Spencer family are in attendance. Robin, Patrick, and Matt arrive after they perform surgeries. Spinelli sits with Sam and her family. Jason, Elizabeth, Lucky, Steve, Audrey, and Nikolas sit up front.
LuLu and Dante created the program for Jake. It included pictures of Elizabeth clasping Jake after his birth, LuLu holding Jake at his first birthday, Lucky pushing Jake on a tricycle, and Jason playing with toy motorcycles with Jake at GH.
Father Coates offers a prayer to the soul of young Jacob Martin Spencer. Steve talks about the first time he met his nephew when he returned to Port Charles three years ago. Lucky tells everyone it was a privilege to help raise Jake. A few others share their memories, and Robin and Patrick talk about when Jake was over to play with Emma. Elizabeth tries to speak but becomes emotional. Jason places his arm around Elizabeth, and she rests her head on his shoulders. The service ends with Brook Lynn Quartermaine singing "Baby of Mine" by Rie Sinclair.
Sam watches Elizabeth and Jason during the service and sees the expression on Lucky's face when he sees the former lovers share their grief. Jason returned to the PH after Jake's death, but he stayed in the spare room. Sam watched him carry a yellow toy motorcycle into the PH early in the morning after Jake died. Jason walked past her as she tried to tell him how sorry she was that his son died. The following morning, he was gone before she woke up. The service is the first time she's seen Jason since that night.
Sam offers condolences to Lucky and offers to sit with him at the chapel while everyone leaves. Lucky thanks her, and they reminisce about what might have been for them. Sam says, "You saw how they were with each other today. The way Jason touched her, I see he still loves Elizabeth."
Lucky replies, "Yes, but I don't know how Nikolas will react since he's Aiden's father."
"How do you feel about that? You left Elizabeth after finding out she was with Nikolas. If Jason leaves me to be with Elizabeth, will you worry about Cameron?"
"Of course, but I forced the issue the last time, and it wasn't Jason's business that killed Jake. It was a hit-and-run. I need to trust he will keep Cameron and Aiden safe if he wants Elizabeth back. I must trust Elizabeth to make the best decisions for her children. Part of me will always love her, but we grew apart. Our relationship over the years has been one of co-dependence. She has always tried to save me from something since I returned after the fire."
You and Elizabeth have a lot of history."
"Jason and Elizabeth have more. After I returned, it started with Helena, then I slept with Elizabeth's sister, and then there was this thing with my father and a woman named Summer. We tried again after Ric, but I grew possessive after I got injured and addicted to drugs. She was still trying to save me, even when she was in love with Jason. We never should have tried again after the Russian kidnapping."
"Have you ever thought about trying again with me?"
"Yes, I have."
"Call me tomorrow, and we can schedule something."
Jason drives Elizabeth, Cam, and Aiden back to her home. He tries to apologize for pushing her away. He thought what he was doing was best for Jake. Elizabeth apologizes for not allowing him to be in Jake's life. "I know you loved him. I'm sorry you didn't get a chance to know your son. He looked exactly like you."
"Elizabeth, I know Jake was loved. I saw it at the hospital when you let me watch Jake the night of the bus crash. He was a happy boy. You asked me to think about what I want. Since I drove you home from the hospital, I've thought a lot about us. I haven't spoken with Sam yet, but I want to be with you. If you want to try again, there will still be danger. Is that something you can accept?"
"It is, but I need to tell you something first. You may change your mind when I tell you. I ordered another paternity test on Aiden. The results arrived the day Jake died. I was about to open them when Jake ran outside. I was distracted because I didn't believe the results saying Nikolas was Aiden's father. Yesterday, I opened the notice. Lucky is Aiden's father. I can't prove anything, but I suspect Helena Cassidine switched the results. Do you still want to try again?"
"Do you want to be with Lucky now that he is Aiden's father?"
"No, I'm grateful to Lucky because of Aiden, but we never should have reunited again. Lucky and I have been a revolving door for years, and I keep trying to save him each time. I loved the Lucky from high school, the one who rescued me after my rape, but after he returned from the fire, we never should have kept trying. Our relationship is toxic. He is a good father, and I'm relieved he is Aiden's father, not Nikolas. Imagine what kind of mind control she could do to Aiden. Helena screwed with Lucky's head in 2000, and now she's screwing with us again over this paternity test."
"Okay, I still want to try. What do you want to do about Lucky and Nikolas?"
"What I should have done when I got Jake's paternity results. Tell the truth and not wait. I want your help telling them both. Nikolas will insist on another test, and I'm prepared for that. I hope for civility."
"Good. First, I need to end things with Sam officially, and then I want to support you with whatever you need regarding Aiden."
"Thank you, Jason. I want to improve and not make the same mistakes this time."
Jason hugs Elizabeth and kisses her forehead. "Until I talk to Sam, I don't want to start anything with us. I want to do it right this time." Jason leaves.
Jason returns to the PH and finds Sam packing. "Where are you going?"
"I still have my loft. I never got rid of it. I saw how you were with Elizabeth. Lucky saw it, too. I never could compete, could I? Even with your son gone, you still love Elizabeth. You've been sleeping in the spare room since Jake's death. We've barely spoken. Today, when I saw you with Elizabeth, it was more than comforting her, sharing in a loss; it was your connection with her for years."
"I'm sorry, Sam. I never meant to hurt you."
"I know. I need to figure out how to live by myself again."
"Do you need any help moving?"
Sam hesitates, "I called Lucky. He'll be here in an hour."
"Okay, I'll get out of your hair."
4/2-4/4/2011
Elizabeth calls Lucky and Nikolas, asking them to meet at her house. Elizabeth printed out copies of the Paternity test results. She has the original in front of her. A folder next to it contains an amended birth certificate and a legal form Diane created to file for primary custody parent with shared joint custody. Elizabeth is not asking for child support. Jason sits next to her for support.
Lucky and Nikolas arrive. Nikolas's eyes widened when he saw Jason. "What is he doing here? (referring to Jason). Lucky, did you know about Jason?"
Lucky replies, "I suspected. Sam told me they were reuniting."
"I don't want Jason around my son."
Elizabeth says, "This is why I invited you here. You are not Aiden's father; Lucky is. I ran another paternity test through an independent lab. I thought I saw Helena during my second test. I went to another lab, and I submitted the DNA for testing. I'm sorry. I have forms to amend Aiden's birth certificate and last name change. I want to remain the primary parent, but am open to generous joint custody. I am declining child support."
"I want another paternity test! I don't want Jason around, Aiden."
"I assumed you would. I've arranged for someone we all trust to perform the test. I've asked Robin to confirm the results."
"And Jason?"
Jason says, "Nikolas, Elizabeth, and I are reuniting. If this next test indicates Lucky is Aiden's father, I will leave all parenting decisions to him and Elizabeth. The same rules apply if it says you are the father."
Lucky says, "I want to know as soon as possible. Can you call Robin and set up appointments for us?"
Elizabeth replies, "She said she would be in the lab tomorrow. You can show up anytime before two. She can run the tests herself." Lucky and Nikolas leave. "That went better than I expected."
Jason says, "What about us? We've waited until I spoke with Sam. Are Cameron and Aiden still at your grandmother's?"
"Yes, what did you have in mind?"
"What do you think?"
"Follow me."
Jason lies in bed and says, "I think Sam and Lucky are seeing each other again. How do you feel about that?"
"Well, it may be awkward at first, but if Sam is with Lucky, we will see more of them when Lucky proves to be Aiden's father. I think they are good for each other. I want him to be happy, and he was happy with her."
4/25/2011
The paternity results prove that Lucky is Aiden's father. Nikolas throws a fit but stays in town. Lucky tells Sam, and she thanks him for being truthful.
5/13/2011
Jason is reading a book to Josslyn when Elizabeth enters the room. "Josslyn, I am so glad you are feeling better. Jason tells me you get to go home today."
Carly walks in and says, "Elizabeth, Jason, Thank you. Joss is going home today because of your generosity; I won't forget it."
6/1/2011
Elizabeth and Jason become public.
6/21/2011
Elizabeth, Cam, and Aiden move in with Jason.
7/25/2011
Lucky and Sam have been dating since right after Jake's service. She's been helping him with an undercover drug ring. LuLu, Dante, and Elizabeth are concerned he could get too close and either slip up or someone will discover what he is doing and try to take advantage of him. Sam says she will back him up.
8/2/2011
Elizabeth worked the night shift and crawled into bed next to Jason. Her cell phone wakes her. "Sam, what's wrong?" Jason wakes and mouths, "What?" "Sam, is he okay? Describe his condition and tell me what happened…. Jason and I will go to GH and get something to help him. Keep him calm, and don't over-hydrate him."
Jason says, 'What happened?"
"Can you get Spinelli to watch Cam and Aiden? I must pick up medication to help Lucky. He got too close in his undercover ring. Sam said she saw someone shoot Lucky up with something. I'm getting meds to counteract that. If you have a SH for him, it would be nice. Lucky can't afford to have the PCPD know what happened. They may not believe he didn't willingly inject drugs."
Jason drives them to GH, and Elizabeth uses her access card to the medical supply room. She finds the proper drug detox, Lucky. He drives them to Sam and Lucky's location. Elizabeth rushes to Lucky and checks his pupils and vitals. She helps him swallow medication, and Jason carries him to the SUV. Elizabeth sits in the back with Lucky, monitoring him while Jason drives them to a SH. Sam tells them what happened. They help Lucky inside, and Elizabeth asks Jason to get him into a cool shower and sit him there for ten minutes. Sam towel dries Lucky and gets him into bed. Elizabeth rechecks his vitals.
Elizabeth says, "His pulse is getting stronger. I can monitor him if you want to get your car. He should be fine in 48 hours."
"Elizabeth, thank you. This was not Lucky's fault. I don't want this to affect his career."
"I believe you, Sam. This is a list of items to purchase and bring back. Jason can take you to your car, and when you return, I'll have a list of instructions."
Elizabeth and Jason arrive home around 8:00 am. She showers and goes to bed, grateful she has the day off.
9/30/2011
Sam and Lucky announce she is pregnant. They estimate her due date is the first week of June 2012.
11/10/2011
Elizabeth dresses for a party Patrick throws for his brother on a night cruise. Jason whistles when he sees what she is wearing. "Maybe I shouldn't let you out dressed like that."
"Jason, parties like this aren't your thing. Most of the people attending are hospital staff. Robin and Patrick will be there, but you won't know anyone else, except maybe my brother. "I'll try to catch a ride back before midnight."
"Have fun. You look beautiful."
Lisa Niles has been terrorizing Patrick and Robin and, with help from Anthony Zaccahara, kills the Captain and injures the First Mate. Lisa throws Elizabeth overboard, and Elizabeth reaches Spoon Island before passing out. Spinelli finds her and gets her to GH. Monica is in the ER when Elizabeth arrives, suffering from hypothermia.
Monica calls Jason. "Jason, Elizabeth is in the ER at GH. She needs you."
Jason calls Lucky and asks him to come and watch the boys. He asks Cody to stay with Cam and Aiden until Lucky arrives. Jason takes the motorcycle and runs inside. Elizabeth has a high fever and is hallucinating Jake. Jason holds her, and she cries, "Jason, when did you get here? Where are our boys? Is Jake okay? I saw him; can you check on him for me?"
Jason wipes a tear away and says, "He's fine. I saw him, too."
Elizabeth's fever breaks, and she says, "It seemed so real. I thought Jake was alive. Thank you for being here with me."
"I wouldn't want to be anywhere other than by your side."
"I miss Jake."
"I know. I miss him too."
Reset to OG 2012
Bits and Morsels
1998
#3
What if Jason and Robin were the ones who found Elizabeth after her rape and not Lucky?
Pre February 1998
Jeff Webber was a more involved parent and disciplined Elizabeth appropriately when she acted out. Elizabeth got into trouble at the school when she was caught planting test answers on Nikolas Cassidine, and her father grounded her and made her write apology letters. Elizabeth clashed with her sister, but they loved each other fiercely. She was more jealous of Sarah than trying to ruin things for her. She and Emily Quartermaine became best friends. Elizabeth has a crush on Lucky Spencer, but he's more interested in her sister. Elizabeth got a job at Kelly's Diner in hopes Lucky would notice her more. Her father instilled a strong work ethic in his children, and Elizabeth, a hard worker, saved most of her tips.
February 1998
(I couldn't find anything with Emily during the rape s/l, so I don't know where she was, but I've added my slant.) Emily is younger by about 1-2 years (until they aged her when NL took over the role)
2/2/1998
Elizabeth asks Lucky about the Valentine's Day Dance at PCHS. He tells her a group of friends will go to the dance and hang out, and she's welcome to join them. Elizabeth plans on getting him to pick her up. Sarah is hoping Nikolas will ask her.
Her father says, "If Sarah is going, you can go too. Elizabeth wants a new dress, and Jeff offers to pay for half. Elizabeth used her tip money to go shopping with Emily Quartermaine.
"Em, I wish your parents would let you come to the dance with us."
"They promised they'd let me go next year, but I'll live vicariously through you if you let me borrow that dress. You look gorgeous. I hope I will look that good when I'm 15."
2/10/1998
Audrey stops by the Webber home and lends Elizabeth a bracelet from Steve. "Elizabeth, your Gramps gave me this bracelet 20 years ago. I think it would look lovely with your dress. The clasp is delicate, but I know you are a responsible young lady. I want you to have a wonderful time at the dance. Elizabeth doesn't want her Gram to think she doesn't have a date, so she lies and says she is going with Lucky Spencer.
2/13/1998
Lucky said they could meet at Kelly's and go to the dance together. Elizabeth gets excited until she hears Sarah tell Lucky that Nikolas isn't attending the dance. Lucky offers to take her. Lucky says, "Elizabeth, you can come with the rest of us."
Elizabeth lies and makes up a name. "Thanks, Lucky, but I already got a date. Maybe I'll see you there."
Lucky replies, "See, Sarah. Elizabeth will be fine. I'll meet you at Kelly's."
2/14/1998
Elizabeth says, "Dad, I'm meeting Lucky and Sarah at Kelly's."
"Elizabeth, I'm working in the ER at GH tonight, but I want you home by 10 pm."
Warning: Graphic details of Elizabeth's rape at age 15.
Elizabeth pretends to leave for the dance but instead goes to the movies. She leaves carrying a box of popcorn and eats as she walks through the park. She stops at a bench near one of the fountains. She checks her watch. She doesn't want to leave too early for home.
A gloved hand covers her mouth, and she can't scream. She feels a strong frame taller than her behind her. He lifts her petite frame off the bench, dragging her into the bushes. He rips her dress and places his hand under it, yanking down her panties. Elizabeth kicks and scratches his arm, and he briefly releases his grip on her. She screams, and he regains control. He hisses, "Not another word. I like it when they resist. It's more fun for me."
Elizabeth allows her body to go limp and become dead weight. The masked man throws her to the ground and pins her arms behind her. Elizabeth tries to knee him, and he smacks her across the face. "I told you it excites me when they put up a fight." Tears streaming down her cheeks, Elizabeth gives up fighting. She tries studying his eyes. They look cold, and she estimates his height and body weight like her father taught her. The man slaps her. "Stop looking at me, or I'll smack you again. He pulls up her dress, and she squeezes her eyes tight. She hears him unzipping his pants. Elizabeth braces herself for the sharp pain between her legs. He leaves and says, "You are stronger than I thought, but in the end, I broke you. You will remember me. You shouldn't dress like that or be alone in the park at night. Enjoy your Valentine's Day little girl."
Elizabeth waits until she hears the crunch of his boots walking away, the sound getting softer.
Jason holds Robin's hand as they cross through the park to Robin's car after dinner at the Outback. Robin says, "Do you hear that? There's a rustling behind those buses."
"Stand back," Jason pulls out his gun, and Robin sees a young girl crawling from the bushes.
"Jason, put your gun away. A girl is in trouble. Elizabeth lifts her head, showing vacant blue eyes. "Oh my god! That is Jeff Webber's daughter. We met her last year at her grandfather's service."
"Is she? Did she…"
"Yes, Elizabeth, do you remember me? I'm Robin Scorpio, and this is Jason Morgan. Emily Quartermaine is his sister. Can we take you to the hospital?
Elizabeth backs away. "No, no, no. I can't go to GH. My father will be there. I lost my Gram's bracelet. I can't leave until I find it. My Gramps gave it to her."
"Jason, will you lend her your jacket? It's freezing. Elizabeth, let us take you to Mercy. Until you are ready, your family doesn't need to know. It's important to gather any evidence to catch this guy."
"I'm not admitting to anything that happened."
Robin kneels next to Elizabeth. "Listen, at least let them check for DNA even if all you admit to being mugged. Mercy won't report anything until you want to, but if you wash away evidence, I swear you will regret it for the rest of your life. There are two things I want you to consider. A doctor can prescribe a Plan B pill, more commonly known as the morning-after pill. Something important you should know. A couple of years ago. I tested positive for HIV. I had unprotected sex with my boyfriend. Your grandfather and Dr. Quartermaine treated me with kindness and acceptance. If you don't let yourself get tested, you could end up like me. But I have options, and my viral load is nearly nil. If I wasn't proactive, my life could turn out differently. Let Jason and I take you to Mercy. He can drop us off if you are uncomfortable with him, and I'll stay with you."
Jason says, "Elizabeth, if you allow me to carry you, it will be faster to the car, or Robin and I could assist you in walking. It will take longer. Elizabeth nods and agrees to Jason's carrying. Jason picks up her light frame and gingerly carries her to Robin's car.
They arrive at Mercy, and Robin calls for an emergency forensics test. Jason kisses Robin and says, I'll get back to my motorcycle, and if you need me, I'll return."
Robin sighs, and a tear falls. She looks over to Elizabeth. "Hellva Valentine's Day."
Robin holds Elizabeth's hand during the procedure. Elizabeth grimaces and stiffens when the doctor inserts the speculum and scrapes tissue and DNA. The nurse performs an HIV test and the nurse explains Elizabeth will need to be retested in six months. She offers Elizabeth a Plan B pill. Robin convinces Elizabeth to allow them to take photos, but no one will know unless Elizabeth changes her mind. A nurse cleans her wounds and allows her to shower; they take her clothes and offer her a pair of scrubs.
Detectives Taggert and Garcia walk in as Robin leads Elizabeth toward the ER doors. Elizabeth hides behind Robin and mutters, "No, no, no. I don't want anyone to know."
Taggert knows this girl. He's seen her sitting on a bench near Pier 51, gazing over the water. His eyes widen. This teenage girl has a bruise on her left cheek and bruises and scratches over her arms. The hospital called the PCPD in a Jane Doe rape. He immediately knows it is Dr. Webber's daughter.
Elizabeth is crying. "No one can know. Robin, you promised."
Robin glares at Taggert. "If Elizabeth agrees, you can interview her. You must file this as a Jane Doe rape, or I will report you to my Uncle Mac. I'll ensure he puts you on desk duty for six months."
"Ms. Scorpio, I promise to handle Ms. Webber's case respectfully. Elizabeth, can I ask you some questions?"
Elizabeth looks pleadingly at Robin. She wipes her eyes and nods.
Taggert asks Elizabeth what happened. She explains in detail her attack. "This wouldn't have happened if I wasn't in the park by myself this late. He said I shouldn't have been wearing that dress. It was my fault. If Lucky Spencer hadn't ditched me for my sister, I wouldn't have lied, saying I had a date. It's my fault no one wanted to take me to the dance."
Robin holds back her tears. "Elizabeth, this is not your fault. You did not deserve to be attacked. It doesn't matter what you wear. The person to blame is the man who….raped you. I know you don't want to say it, but when you do, you press charges if they find a suspect. Taggert, can I take her home?"
Taggert nods and apologizes for his questions. "Elizabeth, I will not list your name in the formal report. If you change your mind, I can amend it. I am very sorry this happened to you."
Robin drives Elizabeth home and asks her if she wants her to come and help Elizabeth tell her father. Elizabeth protests at first but then gives in.
Jeff says, "Elizabeth, you are 30 minutes late. Sarah arrived home….Oh my god, what happened?" Jeff finally looked up when Elizabeth walked into the room with Robin.
Robin helps Elizabeth to the couch and sits next to her. "Dr. Webber, I don't know if you remember me from last year at your father's service, but I'm here to support Elizabeth."
Jeff shows concern and listens to his daughter. He embraces her and tells Elizabeth he will support her no matter what. Elizabeth sobs in her father's arms. Robin writes her number and hands it to Elizabeth. "Call me if you need to talk, day or night; I'm here for you."
Robin drives to see Jason. He asks, "How is she."
"She's a survivor. She agreed to an exam and submitted evidence. Taggert arrived and was respectful with his questioning. Jason, her attack was brutal. From Elizabeth's statement, it sounds like he has done this before."
"I could strangle Lucky. If he had been with her, this might not have happened."
"Jason, Lucky isn't to blame. He's a kid; he probably didn't think it was a date. It's not Elizabeth's fault either. It's the monster who did this to Elizabeth."
Jason visits Elizabeth the next day and tells her he will help if she needs anything. He searched for and found Gram's bracelet and fixed the clasp. Emily finds out a few days later. She supports her best friend. Elizabeth took a week off of school, and Lucky wondered why she wasn't in class. Sarah wouldn't tell him why. When Elizabeth returned to work at Kelly's, Lucky saw the faded bruises. Elizabeth finally tells Lucky what happened. He is very apologetic. He feels terrible for not knowing she was missing that night. Elizabeth accepts his apology but says she wants to be alone.
With Robin's support, Elizabeth attends group and individual therapy. Six months later, Emily is blackmailed with her photoshopped modeling photos, and Elizabeth, Emily, Nikolas, and Lucky take down Tom Baker. Something Tom says triggers a memory in Elizabeth. When the police arrive to arrest him, Elizabeth tells the officer to contact Detective Taggert and have him run Tom's DNA against a Jane Doe rape kit. A month later, Tom Baker is charged with stalking, child pornography, and raping three women, including Elizabeth. He is charged with 30 years to life in prison. While in Pentonville awaiting sentencing, Baker is attacked and killed in a prison riot.
Bits and Morsels #4
1997
Robin and Jason make love "their way" in Montauk. Before she leaves for Yale, he confesses about Carly and promises never to be with her again. They say I love you for the first time.
Carly gave birth to Michael "Morgan" in December 1997. She asks Jason to claim him as his son. She confesses that his brother AJ Quartermaine is the father. He promises to protect Michael. Carly suffers from PPD and leaves town.
1998
Robin reunites with Jason, and they make love for the first time. Jason reveals AJ is Michael's father. Robin mentions AJ should know, but Jason says he promised to care for Michael until Carly returns. He's also fallen in love with the boy. Robin agrees to keep the secret. Carly returns, but Jason stays with Robin.
1999
Carly continues to try to push Jason away from Robin. Robin tells Jason that Carly is using Michael as a weapon. She believes that AJ has a right to know the truth. Robin thinks Jason should decide, but she won't pressure him anymore. She prepares to leave for medical school in Paris.
What if when Robin leaves, they part as friends, and he tells AJ?
Jason meets with Robin on their bridge. "Jason, I'm leaving. I'm going to Paris for school. I can't compete with Carly and your love for Michael. I love you, but either you can't see or don't care about how Carly manipulates you. She is using Michael to keep you."
"Robin, I'm not with Carly. I want you; I love you."
"Jason, it's not enough. I love you, I will always love you, but I have to leave. I hope you can consider AJ's side of things. One day, you may be lucky to have a biological child, and I hope you can raise it. You are taking away AJ's chance to raise his son."
"The Quartermaines are vultures. I can't forget what they did to me."
"Is Emily happy with them?"
"What?"
"You don't like it when people tell you what to do or how to feel. I own some of that blame. I suggest creating boundaries with the people in your life, including Carly. If you tell AJ about Michael, create boundaries with him. Set limits. I won't be the one to force you to make a choice. Carly will." Robin holds Jason's hands, "I love you, and I want us to part as friends. Maybe one day I'll return to Port Charles. I don't want you hating or resenting me for going behind your back." She kisses him and leaves.
Jason stands alone at the bridge for an hour before he makes his choice. He calls Alexis and asks her to draft forms for a morning meeting. He explains what he needs. Jason calls Carly and asks to see her. He goes to the cottage, and the area is lit with candles. He knocks, and Carly opens the door wearing a low-cut shirt and tight jeans. "I heard your perfect Robin left town. Would you like to see your son?"
"Carly, Michael is not my son."
"Everyone thinks he is. With Robin gone, that's one less person who knows the truth. You are going to be lonely with your angel gone. We can raise Michael together."
"No, we can't. I came to tell you Alexis is drafting documents regarding Michael. I'm notifying AJ tomorrow."
Carly screams, "That bitch! What has Robin done to you? This is her fault. If you hadn't told her the truth, we could be a family."
"Carly, Michael was the only reason I agreed to claim paternity. There is no us, and Robin didn't make me do anything. Get on board and come with me tomorrow. I'll set ground rules for everyone. If AJ falls out of line, he loses custody. If you try to set him up, you will regret it."
"Jason, you love me. You will forgive me. We can still be a family."
"No, Carly, we can't. Show up at ELQ offices tomorrow morning. I won't be cleaning up your messes."