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[cmahorror]

Chapter 50

 

Jason sat at the bar and ordered another beer. He hadn’t been to Jake’s since his return and it felt good to sit in a familiar place. He remembered nights spent playing pool and drinking beer with Sam. They had come to a fair visitation agreement regarding Danny and Jason was glad to get to know his son. She was happy with Silas and soon he would be back together with Robin and everything would be as it should be.

 

Jason had waited outside Patrick’s house after finding out about the wedding. He had watched the house for a few minutes and had even followed Noah after he left. He briefly considered running Patrick’s arrogant father off the road, that would end their honeymoon damn quick, but reconsidered when he realized that Noah was heading to Anna’s place. No, Jason would be the primary suspect if anything happened to Noah Drake and that would not help him win Robin back.

 

“So stranger, having a bad night?” Carly sidled up next to Jason and ordered a beer.

 

“You know what Carly, not tonight.” Jason continued staring straight ahead.

 

“Too bad. I heard that Robin and Patrick got remarried today and I thought you might want some company.” Carly’s mom had heard the news through the hospital grapevine.

 

“It’s really none of your business.” Carly was the last person he wanted to discuss Robin with.

 

“You might want to reconsider that, especially since I have an idea that may help you win your precious Robin back.” Carly practically sneered the last part at him.

 

Jason finally looked at her. “Why would you want to do that – you hate Robin.”

 

“Yes I do but, for reasons I cannot even begin to comprehend, you love her and she is probably having your children. I believe that you should be able to raise your children Jason, even if you have to do it with her.” Carly took a long drink of her beer and waited for Jason to respond.

 

“Robin hates you. If she has even a clue that you are helping me, Robin will never be with me again.” Jason didn’t want to risk losing her for Carly.

 

“If you agree to let me help you I promise to stay away from Robin and I will only talk to you on the phone or see you in private. Trust me, I know what I am doing.” Carly could see Jason was wavering.

 

Jason weighed his options. He couldn’t turn to the Quartermaines – they loved him but they would never help him break up Patrick and Robin. Even though Monica was thrilled that she was, in all likelihood, getting more grandchildren she had pushed Jason to accept that Robin belonged with Patrick. Sonny was in prison and Duke would side with Anna. The truth was that he had no one to turn to – until now.

 

Jason finished his beer and signaled the bartender. “Another beer for me and another for the lady.” He finally turned completely around to face Carly. “Go ahead.”

 

Carly smiled. “Alright, here’s the first thing you need to do…”

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Chapter 51

 

Robin smiled as she woke up with Patrick’s arms wrapped tight around her. “Good morning.”

 

“Good morning to you too.” Patrick gently kissed the top of Robin’s head and pulled her closer, resting his hands on her stomach. “Ready to head home today?”

 

“Not really, I want to stay here in your arms for a few days more.” Robin placed her hands next to his and gently patted her belly. “But I have to be back at work tomorrow and so do you. Should we get up and see how Emma and the grandparents are doing?”

 

Anna and Robert had surprised the couple by bringing Noah with them to the house. Since there was plenty of room, it was decided that it was time for a family vacation and all three stayed for the rest of the vacation. It actually gave Patrick and Robin some extra time together since Emma was grabbing every minute she could with her grandparents before the babies came.

 

“I guess so – Dad said something about making pancakes with Emma this morning.” Patrick didn’t even attempt to move from the bed.

 

“Good, it will get us a chance to talk to my parents. I get a feeling that something is going on that they aren’t telling us.” Robin noticed her parents and Noah in deep conversations several times over the past few days – conversations that would stop as soon as Robin came near.

 

“Maybe they’re planning a surprise baby shower.”

 

“Or maybe it has something to do with Jason. You know Maxie was convinced he would try to stop the wedding.” Robin heard Patrick curse and realized that she had not told him about her conversation with Maxie.

 

Patrick rolled her over so she was facing him. “Why didn’t you tell me?”

 

“I didn’t want to worry you. I really thought she was overreacting and,” Robin smiled at him, “I was obviously right because our wedding went off without a hitch.”

 

“Or your parents stopped Jason from doing anything.” He kissed Robin. “Let’s go track down your parents and find out exactly what is going on.”

 

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It took them a little while but they finally managed to track down Robin’s parents on the beach. Robert and Anna were deep in conversation when Patrick and Robin approached them. Just like every time before, the conversation stopped as soon as she got close.

 

“That’s it – what is going on?” Robin stared her father straight in the eyes as she asked her question.

 

“Whatever do you mean sweetheart, your mother and I were just enjoying our last morning on the beach.” Robert lied smoothly to his daughter.

 

“Bull dad. I want the truth. Something is going on and you need to tell me what it is - now.” Robin’s voice was steady but strong.

 

Anna sighed. “Fine.” Anna gestured a table and chairs on the back deck of the house. “Why don’t we have a seat and we will tell you everything.”

 

The foursome sat down and Anna told them everything about what had happened before the wedding with Jason. Robert noticed Patrick scooting closer and closer to Robin as the story continued. By the time Anna finished the story, Patrick had pulled Robin off her chair and onto his lap. “Son of a bitch – I’m going to kill him.”

 

“Calm down there tiger.” Robin reached up and caressed Patrick's face. “He is having a hard time dealing with our remarriage and probably just lost it temporarily. I will talk to him when we get home and set down some definite rules about what is okay and what is not.”

 

“Like hell you will.” Robert banged his hand on the table. “You will stay as far away from him as possible. He has his sights set on you Robin and I will not have it.”

 

“I’m sorry – you won’t have it.” Anna shook her head as Robin responded to his demands. Their stubborn daughter did not respond well to threats. “It’s not your decision to make Dad, it’s mine.”

 

“And mine Robin.” Patrick turned her head so she was looking at him again. “If he is losing it I don’t want you or the babies anywhere near him.”

 

“I’ll talk to him at the hospital with a bunch of people around but I can’t just shut him out completely. The truth is, no matter how much you may hate it, he could be the father of these babies and that gives him the right to be there for them, at least at our doctor appointments.” Robin didn’t want to bring it up but she needed to put it out there. “If we don’t, he could sue for time with me and the babies – just like you did when I was pregnant with Emma.”

 

Patrick rested his head against Robin’s shoulder, remembering that day in court. He poured his heart out to Robin and the judge about how thrilled he was to become a father to Emma. The thought that Jason could use his filing as precedence to drag Robin into court hadn’t even occurred to him. He sighed. “You’re right but I still don’t like it.”

 

“I know but I’ll make you a deal. We try it my way first and, if Jason doesn’t back off, we will go ahead with the restraining order. Deal?” Robin held out her hand.

 

Patrick took her hand but instead of shaking it, he pulled Robin closer and kissed her. “Deal.” He looked at Robert and Anna. “I understand Emma and my dad are making us pancakes - let’s go eat breakfast.”

 

Knowing that they had lost this battle, Robert and Anna stood up and followed Patrick and Robin back into the house.

Edited April 4, 2015 by cmahorror

[cmahorror]

Chapter 52

 

Robin stood at the nurse’s desk, nervously tapping her pen against the desk. Jason was due here at any moment and, despite what she had told Patrick and her parents, Robin was a little scared. Jason seemed to be balancing on a ledge and she worried that the littlest thing could push him over.

 

“Would you please stop that – it’s giving me a headache.” Epiphany didn’t know what was going on but she could tell Robin was nervous. “Whatever it is will be okay.”

 

Robin dropped the pen. “Sorry Epiphany, just waiting to have a little talk with my ex-boyfriend.”

 

“Must be quite a talk if you are doing it here in public where he can’t cause a scene.” Epiphany raised her eyebrows at Robin. “I’m assuming that your husband is hiding out close by?”

 

Robin laughed for the first time all day. “He won’t tell me where but yes. I wouldn’t be surprised to see my parents somewhere nearby as well.”

 

“Girl, never doubt that you are loved.” Epiphany smiled at her.

 

“That is certainly true.” Jason walked up behind Robin, smiling at her sweetly. “You look amazing. How was the honeymoon?”

 

Robin wasn’t sure what to think. Given what her parents had told her, Robin was expecting Jason to be hostile but he was being nice. “Great, thank you.” She pointed to the couches in the waiting room. “Why don’t we have a seat – I need to talk to you about something.”

 

Jason simply nodded and followed her to the couches. They sat down and he made a point of sitting a little bit away from her. “I know what this is about and I would like a chance to say something first.”

 

Robin was caught off guard by his request. “Of course.”

 

“I have been doing a lot of stupid things since you announced your remarriage to Patrick and I’m sorry. I won’t lie and say it doesn’t hurt me that you two are back together but I understand why you are. The reality is that, even though I hate to admit it, it's obvious that you and Patrick are in love with each other. Instead of accepting your decision, I went a little crazy and it took being put in jail to clear my head. I really need to thank your parents for that.” Jason smiled at her and Robin tried to wrap her mind around what he was saying.

 

Jason took her hand in his before he continued. “I am going to work on controlling my jealousy and respecting your marriage to Patrick but I think it’s best if, for now, we only see each other at the appointments for the babies. If you need anything, please do not hesitate to call, but I need some time to get my life in order as well as get things ready at the house for the babies. I love you enough to let you go and be with the man you love.”

 

Robin couldn’t stop the tears of relief from flowing – her emotions were all over the place these days. “Thank you for understanding, it means the world to me. And I don’t want to shut you out of my life but what you were doing before is not acceptable.”

 

Jason resisted the urge to wipe the tears from her cheeks. “I understand and I promise you it will not happen again.” He stood up and gently helped her up off the couch. “I need to get going but I will see you in two weeks at the next sonogram. If you need anything before then…”

 

Robin nodded her head. “I'll call you, I promise. I'll see you at the sonogram.”

 

Jason hugged her and gently rubbed her growing belly. “I’ll see you all there.”

 

Robin watched him leave and then walked back over to the desk where Patrick was waiting. “What happened?”

 

“He said he was sorry and that he was going to work on respecting our marriage.” Robin started to wipe away her tears but Patrick beat her to it. “Thanks. He said that he would see us at the sonogram and to call if I needed anything but he was going to stay away otherwise.”

 

Patrick didn’t believe it but decided to let the matter drop for now. Instead he pulled Robin in his arms and held her close. He finally had Robin back where she belonged and no one was taking her away from him again.

[cmahorror]

Chapter 53

 

“Dr. Drake?”

 

Patrick was standing at the nurse’s hub, reviewing a chart when he heard a woman call out to him. He looked up to see Nurse Jessica Bale standing in front of him. “Yes, Jessica?”

 

“I was wondering if you could help me with something. I understand that you helped Liz Webber with her surgical nursing exam a few years back and she said you were an excellent tutor. I was wondering if you might be interested in doing the same for me? I would really appreciate it, I could even pay you a little bit.” Jessica started rambling but Patrick interrupted her, laughing.

 

“While I appreciate the offer of payment, I would help you for free if I could but I don’t have a lot of free time right now.” Patrick liked the young nurse and he knew that the bump in pay would help her out – she was a single mom and the sole source of support for her daughter – but Robin, Emma and the babies were his priority right now and every free moment outside of the hospital would be spent with them.

 

“Not even over lunches or breaks – just to go over my materials? You are the best surgeon I have ever seen and your knowledge and guidance would guarantee my passing this exam. Please just think about it?” Jessica gave him a look of desperation.

 

Patrick thought about it for a minute and then answered her. “How about we meet next week for lunch in my office? Bring your books and some food and I can see where you are at and what you need to concentrate on.” Patrick didn’t see the harm in meeting with her at the hospital to give her a little guidance.

 

“Thank you Dr. Drake!” Jessica jumped up and hugged him. “You have no idea how much this means to me.”

 

Patrick gave her a quick hug back. “I’m beginning to get an idea. And please call me Patrick.”

 

Jessica nodded. “All my friends call me Jessie. I will see you next week Dr., I mean Patrick.”

 

“See you next week.” Patrick closed up his chart and headed to his office.

 

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“You look well Robin.” Jason was waiting in Dr. Galvan’s office when she and Patrick walked in for the ultrasound. It had been two weeks since their talk and, true to his word, Jason had kept his distance. The only contact Robin had had with Jason was when he texted her to confirm the date and time for the appointment.

 

“Patrick.”

 

Patrick gripped Robin’s hand tighter. “Jason.”

 

“Dr. Galvan is ready for you Robin. Gentlemen, we’ll let you know when you can come back.” The nurse led Robin to an exam room, leaving the two men staring at each other.

 

“Congratulations on your marriage. Robin is a wonderful woman.” Jason didn’t smile when he spoke but just continued staring at Patrick.

 

“I know and I am grateful for every day we have together.” Patrick didn’t back down.

 

“I would enjoy every day you can.” Jason finally smiled at him and Patrick got the distinct impression that he had just been threatened but before he could say anything else the nurse came back in.

 

“Everything’s ready. I’ll take you back to Robin.”

 

Patrick followed the nurse with Jason nipping at his heels. They walked in to find Robin lying on the table, her shirt up and her round belly sticking out proudly. Patrick walked over and sat down next to her, taking her hand in his. “Everything okay?”

 

“Everything is great.” Robin bit her lip and smiled at her husband.

 

Jason took in the scene and then quietly walked over to stand behind Robin, not saying a word. A minute later, Dr. Galvan walked in. “Ready to find out what you are having?”

 

All three of them said yes immediately and Dr. Galvan laughed. “Well, then let’s get going.” He squeezed the gel on Robin’s belly and began moving the wand back and forth, taking measurements as he went. “Everything looks great. Both babies are right where we want them to be size wise and both sacs look good. So are you sure you want to know?”

 

Robin nodded eagerly. “Yes!”

 

“Well,” he pointed to the screen and the baby on the left, “that is your baby boy,” he then pointed to the baby on the right, “and that is his sister.”

 

Patrick kissed Robin’s hand. “I told you it was a girl.”

 

Jason rolled his eyes at Patrick and then turned his attention back to the doctor. “You’re sure - one of each?”

 

Dr. Galvan nodded. “One of each. I’ll print you out some pictures and then leave you to clean up. Robin, I want to see you again in two weeks. Between having twins and your medical history, I want to be extra vigilant. Just make an appointment on your way out and congratulations.” He printed out the pictures and left the room.

 

Patrick began wiping the gel off Robin’s belly as Jason gave her a quick kiss on the cheek. “They really are a miracle Robin. I’m going to go now but I will check in with you soon just to make sure you are doing okay. You know to call me if you need anything.”

 

“I know.” Jason headed to the door but Robin stopped him. “Jason, I’m glad you were here today. If they are your children, you shouldn’t miss anything.”

 

“Thank you for letting me be here.”

 

Jason walked out the door and Robin turned her attention back to Patrick. “One of each – can you believe it?”

 

Patrick kissed her and gently rubbed her belly. “This is absolutely perfect – wait until we tell Emma.”

 

“Emma? Wait until we tell Mac – he is going to be thrilled there is finally a boy in the family.” Robin was already laughing imaging her uncle’s reaction.

 

“Oh, we have to get that on video.” Patrick paused and looked at the screen one last time. “I love you, so much.”

 

“And I love you, so much.” Robin leaned over and kissed her husband one last time before he helped her off the table and out of the exam room.

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Chapter 54

 

“You really are better prepared for this than you think you are.” Patrick had spent the last 45 minutes with Jessie going over the first few chapters of her book. They were sitting on the couch in his office reviewing the materials.

 

“Thank you Patrick – I’m sorry I don’t share your confidence just yet.” She scooted over on the couch, a little closer so she could show him the notes she had made the night before. “I’m still not sure about the math, could you check it?”

 

Patrick leaned over and began reviewing it. He was in the middle of the calculations when his door opened and Robin came in. “Sorry, I thought you’d be done by now.”

 

Patrick held up his hand and Robin knew he was deep in thought and just waited. “These look right to me but if you want a second opinion, my lovely wife is a wonderful resource.”

 

He got up and crossed the room, happily kissing Robin and patting the twins. “How are Sonny and Cher?”

 

“Ha-ha, very funny.” Robin smiled at him and then the nurse. Patrick had told her that he would be tutoring Jessie on his lunch hour today. “If you want me I would be more than happy to.”

 

Jessie looked at her watch. “Normally I would say yes, but my shift starts in 5 minutes and I don’t want to get on Epiphany’s bad side. I will take you up on your offer another time.” She gathered up her belongings and walked to the door. “Thank you again Patrick. Same time next week?”

 

“Works for me. Now get going, I would hate to have Epiphany after me for making one of her nurse’s late.” Patrick and Robin both laughed as Jessie shook her head and left.

 

Robin shut the door. “Someone’s got a crush on her tutor.”

 

“You have nothing to worry about – I only have eyes for a certain brown haired, brown eyed goddess who is wearing my wedding ring and is the mother of my children.” Patrick wrapped his arms around her and pulled her close. “Speaking of, how are Lancelot and Guinevere treating you today?”

 

Robin leaned into him. “The natives are restless. I think they are taking turns deciding who gets to kick Mommy’s bladder. Also, I’m pretty sure she’s beating him up.”

 

Patrick laughed. “Like mother, like daughter. And Jason?”

 

“He’s texted a few times but only to see if I like the furniture he is picking out for the nursery at his place.” Robin worried about what would happen after the babies were born. If Jason was the father, it really didn’t matter because two nurseries would be necessary – one at her and Patrick’s and one at Jason’s. If, however, the babies are Patrick’s then Jason would have invested time and money in something he could never have.

 

Patrick had the same thought. “Is that really a good idea? No offense, but I don’t want him getting too attached because I worry what will happen when he finds out the babies are mine.”

 

“Patrick, we don’t know for certain that they are.” Robin wanted them to be Patrick’s but wanting didn’t make it so.

 

Patrick took Robin’s face in his hands. “I don’t know how to explain it but I am absolutely certain that these two are our children in every way, just like Emma.”

 

He gave her a gentle kiss and then led her over to the couch. “Let’s not talk about that right now – I’m more interested in doing something else right now.”

 

He sat her down gently on the couch and kissed her again, this time with urgency and passion. “Did you lock the door?”

 

Robin smiled at him. “What do you think?”

 

“God I love you.” Patrick kissed her again and then laid her back on the couch – it was time for a consult.

 

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Jason looked around at the nursery he had set up for his and Robin’s babies. Everything was perfect. On the wall were pictures of him, Robin and Emma and copies of the ultrasounds. The whole family was represented and he couldn’t wait for him and Robin to bring home their children and start their lives together raising them.

 

“This looks nice.” Carly walked into the room.

 

Jason spun around, furious. “What the hell are you doing here?”

 

“Don’t worry – I came in through the back door so no one saw me. Besides, Robin and Patrick are still at the hospital. I just wanted to check in and see how things were going.” Carly walked around and looked at the pictures, cringing at one of Jason and Robin on their ‘wedding day’.

 

“Going great. I’m keeping my distance but have been texting her, just to get her opinion on things for the nursery of course.” Jason smiled as he looked around.

 

“The light green is a nice color – still don’t know what you are having?” Carly was expecting Jason to go the traditional blue or pink depending on the sex of the babies.

 

“No, it’s because we are having a boy and a girl. I decided to go with a color that would work for both children.” Jason started folding the blankets he had picked out and gently placed them in the cribs.

 

“Congratulations. Well, I guess I better be going. I will talk to you in a few weeks and see how things are going. Remember, you need to be careful. You push her and she will push you away.”

 

“I know but I am only giving you until the babies are born. If she doesn’t come back to me after we prove that these are my babies, you’re out and I will get my family back on my own.” Jason glared at her and Carly took a step back, scared for a moment.

 

The moment passed and Carly headed out the door. “I understand.”

 

She left and Jason went over and stared at their wedding picture. They would be a family again – he would make sure of it.

Edited April 6, 2015 by cmahorror

[cmahorror]

Chapter 55

 

“Surprise!” Everyone yelled out startling Robin as she walked into the Haunted Star.

 

Robin started laughing and held her belly. “Hey – no fair scaring the almost 8 months pregnant woman.”

 

Patrick held onto his wife’s hand and helped her down the steps and to a large table covered in presents and holding a cake along with two large rubber duckies – one blue and one pink. Robin stared at everything and started to cry. “Thank you so much.”

 

Maxie walked over to her cousin and took her hand. “Hey, I didn’t mean to make you cry.”

 

Robin quickly shook her head. “These are happy tears.” She looked at everyone in the room and smiled. “I promise.”

 

Patrick led Robin over to a chair and helped her sit down. “She’s a little more emotional with the twins than she was when she was pregnant with Emma.” He began softly rubbing her shoulders as spoke.

 

“You try carrying two human beings in your belly and see how stable you are.” Robin smiled at him to make it clear that she kidding with him and everyone laughed.

 

“This is just so amazing and beautiful. Thank you Maxie.”

 

“Well I couldn’t let my new cousins come into the world without making sure that they are going to look fantastic. Plus, I love a good party.” Maxie bent down and hugged Robin. “Do you really like it?”

 

Robin looked around the room. “I love it.”

 

Patrick sat down next to his wife. “So, let’s get this party started.”

 

Epiphany, who had been standing next to Liz, walked over to him and pulled him out of the chair. “Sorry Drake Junior, ladies only today. You can wait until Robin gets home in a few hours to see what the presents are and to get some cake.”

 

Emma walked over to her dad and pushed him to the door. “Epiphany is right Daddy, no boys allowed.”

 

Everyone laughed and Patrick pretended to pout. “But your brother gets to stay.”

 

“He’s still in Mommy’s belly – he has to stay.” Emma crossed her arms and stared her Dad down.

 

Patrick’s heart actually skipped a beat as he realized just how much like her mother Emma truly was – so beautiful and stubborn. “Fine, but how will you and Mommy get home?”

 

“Grandma Anna will bring us home.” Patrick looked at Anna as smiled and nodded her head.

 

“Ok but I want kisses from my two girls before I leave.” Patrick picked up Emma and kissed her and then walked over and kissed Robin. “Have fun and be good – both of you.”

 

Emma sat down in Patrick’s vacant seat while Robin giggled at her husband. “Scout’s honor.” She put up her hand and made a wild guess at the proper Girl Scout salute.

 

“Nice try Scorpio-Drake but you were never a Girl Scout. I’ll see you both in a couple of hours.” Patrick gave her one last dimpled smile and finally left the women alone.

 

“That boy has it bad for you.” Epiphany had been a witness to their relationship since the day they met and loved them both.

 

“The feeling is mutual.” Robin looked at her cousin. “So, what’s first on the agenda Maxie?”

 

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Jason stood on the docks staring at the Haunted Star. He had found out about the baby shower from Monica and was hurt that Robin hadn’t told him. Monica wasn’t able to attend, her new boyfriend had taken her away for a vacation, but she had bought a gift for the occasion and had given it Liz to take with her to the shower.

 

He was keeping his distance from Robin but it was getting harder each day. Every time he saw her at the doctor’s appointments it took every ounce of self control he had to not grab her and carry her away from Patrick and Port Charles. He didn’t tell Robin but he had bought a second house for them just outside of town, a new place for new memories. They could stay in Port Charles during the week and spend weekends and summers there. It was going to be perfect.

 

But the key to everything was patience, rebuilding Robin’s trust in him. Jason’s phone was filled with text messages from Robin about her and the babies. He kept up their wedding picture in his office and at their homes and happily showed the ultrasound pictures of their children to anyone he met. In just a little over a month their children would be here and he and Robin would be back together.

 

Jason kept watching the restaurant and was surprised when, a few minutes after they arrived, Patrick left without Robin. Maybe it was time to accidentally walk into the baby shower.

 

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Lulu laughed out loud, not believing what she was hearing. “He seriously did not say that.”

 

Anna laughed and nodded her head. “Just ask Robin. It was certainly not one of Patrick’s finest moments. He was such a wreck before Emma was born. He seems to be doing better this time.”

 

Robin giggled. Her mom was relaying a story from her pregnancy with Emma. “Yes, no comments about my hotness being temporarily on hold. In fact, he makes a point of telling me every day how beautiful I am.”

 

“You certainly are.” Everyone stopped laughing when they heard Jason’s voice. “Sorry, I was coming in for a late lunch – I didn’t mean to interrupt.”

 

Maxie glared at him, not believing for one second it was a coincidence that Jason showed up there. “Monica didn’t tell you that Robin’s baby shower was today?”

 

“My mom is on vacation and I haven’t talked to her in a few weeks – I’ve been too busy getting the house baby proofed.” Jason wanted to remind Maxie that this shower was for his children. He turned his attention to Robin. “I hope you are having a good time and they are spoiling you and the babies rotten. If there is anything else you need, please let me know.”

 

He looked at the other women in the room. “I apologize for interrupting the party. I'll go now. Robin,” Jason turned to Robin one last time, “I will see you at the check up next week. Emma, I have a big sister present for you that I am going to give to your mom so she can get it to you.”

 

“Thanks Jason!” Emma smiled at him. Maxie and Anna both rolled their eyes and resisted the urge to punch him.

 

“See you all later.” Jason left the party with a smile on his face.

 

Maxie stood by Robin, silently fuming until he was gone. “The nerve of that son…”

 

Robin interrupted her before the language became inappropriate. “So, who’s ready for cake? Emma baby, why don’t you help Maxie hand out pieces to everyone?”

 

Maxie’s tirade was stopped and she smiled at her cousin. “Of course and while we are doing that, why don’t you call Patrick – I think we will need his car to get everything home.”

 

Robin sighed. This had nothing to do with the presents and she knew it. “Not a problem."

 

Robin pulled out her phone and called Patrick, relaying Maxie's request but not mentioning Jason's appearance. There would plenty of time to talk about that later.

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Chapter 56

 

Robin sat on the couch and surveyed her living room. There were presents everywhere, including a double stroller, multiple car seats and tons of clothes. Robin sighed and began pulling out the clothes so she could remove the tags when Patrick walked in with the last of the presents – a beautiful oak rocking chair. “I’ll take this to the nursery.”

 

Robin watched Patrick head up the stairs and then went back to work on the clothes. She knew that when Patrick came back down he would want to talk about what had happened at the party – Maxie had pulled him aside the moment he arrived at the Haunted Star and told him about Jason’s appearance.

 

Patrick came back down and sat down next to Robin, joining in on the project. “You can’t avoid the subject forever Robin. If Maxie hadn’t said anything, would you have told me?”

 

Robin glared at him. “Of course I would have. I have shown you every text message he and I have sent and you have been at every doctor’s appointment with us. Why would I hide this?”

 

Patrick ran his hands through his hair and then kissed her. “I’m sorry. I know that you have been up front about everything concerning Jason but I don’t like him just showing up at the baby shower. He had to know about it.”

 

“And what if he didn’t and it truly was just a coincidence? He has not been around me at all except for at the appointments. He said today that he has been busy baby proofing the house. Maybe he really did just want to grab a late lunch and happened to pick the Haunted Star. It’s not like he hasn't been there before.” Given the distance Jason had been keeping, Robin was willing to give him the benefit of the doubt about today.

 

“Maybe so but I still don’t like it.” He took Robin’s hand in his. “There’s another thing I’m worried about - how much he is investing in the twins. Robin, the reality is that the more attached he becomes, the worse it will be when we confirm that these are our babies.”

 

Robin reached up and gently caressed his face. “And what if they aren’t? Are you sure you can handle that?”

 

Patrick nodded his head. He knew Robin thought he was being unrealistic, after all they had only made love once during the time when the twins were conceived, but Patrick knew in his heart of hearts that the twins were his. “I can handle anything as long as you are by my side. If, by some twist of fate, the babies are biologically Jason’s it won’t matter to me. I will still love them because they are a part of you and Emma. DNA doesn’t matter, we will raise them together.”

 

“And that is one of the many reasons why I love you.” Robin went back to the clothes and Patrick began to notice a lot of blue clothes.

 

“I see we have plenty of clothes for our boy, hope our girl isn’t jealous.” Patrick smiled as he held up a dark blue onesie with a race car on the front.

 

“Well this is the first boy in the family so, as thrilled as they are with her, there is a whole bunch of new stuff to get for him. Plus Lulu brought a whole bunch of Rocco’s old clothes with her so not all of this is new. Maxie is still working on gathering up Georgie’s stuff for us so there will plenty of clothes for her soon enough.” Robin found a pretty white sundress in the pile of clothes and was getting the tag off of it when she felt a sharp kick. “Ow!”

 

Patrick quickly dropped what he was holding and put his hands on Robin’s belly. “Where is it?”

 

Robin pointed to her lower left side and Patrick gently began massaging the area while talking to her belly. “We talked about this, kicking Mommy isn’t very nice.” He looked at Robin. “Better?”

 

Robin closed her eyes and nodded her head. “Much, thank you. Anyway, Uncle Mac has been going a little crazy with the boy stuff. Felicia told me he has been buying every piece of sports equipment imaginable so that he is ready when the little one here,” Robin’s hand joined Patrick’s on her belly, “is ready to play ball.”

 

“What about our little princess?” Patrick knew Mac was excited having a baby boy in the family but he didn’t want his daughter being left out.

 

“Have seen Mac’s house? It’s already a princess paradise thanks to Georgie. He would never neglect one of his girls but he already has everything for our little girl ready to go. Our son is just the excuse Mac needed to finally get that race track that will outdo yours.”

 

Patrick laughed. “Not going to happen but he is welcome to try.” He took a good look at Robin and noticed for the first time how tired she looked. “Why don’t you go upstairs and take a nap – you look exhausted. I’ll finish this up and start washing the clothes.” Patrick was still rubbing her belly.

 

"A nap does sound good – but only if you join me.” Patrick started to protest but Robin stopped him. “We have a month before the babies get here. Emma is staying at Maxie’s, going through Georgie’s stuff and having a girl’s night so I say we take advantage of it and have a mommy and daddy night.”

 

“That sounds perfect.” Patrick softly kissed her. “In fact, we still have cake in there don’t we?”

 

Robin raised her eyebrows at him. “Yes and ice cream.”

 

“Hmm, why don’t you go on upstairs and I’ll be there in just a minute. I think we could both use a snack.” Patrick kissed her again, this time on the neck and worked his way back up to her mouth while Robin moaned with pleasure.

 

“I won’t want to leave the couch if you keep doing that.”

 

“Oh, but for what I have planned for you, I need space to work.” He gave her one last kiss and helped her up off the couch. She turned to head up the stairs and he playfully patted on the butt. “Get going.”

 

Robin laughed and waddled her way over to the staircase. “I love you.”

 

“Love you too.” Patrick gave her one last smile and headed to the kitchen to get supplies.

 

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Watching the two of them made her sick. Robin didn’t deserve to be this happy. She didn’t deserve the children or Patrick. She didn’t deserve to be considered this wonderful woman. She was not someone to be admired and loved. Not after everything she had done.

 

She walked away from her hiding place behind the hyacinth bush and walked back to her car. Getting in, she headed back to her place and reviewed her plan one last time. It was all falling into place and she couldn’t wait to enjoy the fallout. Watching Robin suffer for all she had done would be a pleasure. She had lived in pain for years because of Robin and now it was her turn to return the favor.

 

She took one last look at the ultrasound picture she had stolen and smiled. These two would be the key to Robin’s undoing.

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Chapter 57

 

“Hello Epiphany.” Robin slowly made her way to nurse’s station to say hi to Epiphany before her appointment with Dr. Galvan. She was 36 weeks pregnant and officially on maternity leave but still had two weeks left before her c-section.

 

Epiphany shook her head at the doctor. “If I am not mistaken you are on maternity leave my dear.”

 

Robin smiled at the head nurse. “I am, but I have an appointment with Dr. Galvan in 10 minutes and I thought I’d stop by and say hi to my favorite head nurse before it.”

 

“Going stir crazy already?” Epiphany knew that Patrick had insisted that Robin take it easy for the last few weeks of her pregnancy, including no consults and no research. He wanted Robin completely relaxed before the babies came.

 

“Just a little research would make me so happy,” Robin laughed, “but I understand why Patrick asked me to do this. I need to relax and try and keep these two in as long as possible. Speaking of my husband, is he still in surgery?”

 

Epiphany shook her head. “He went to his office to lie down before your appointment – it ended up being a 7 hour surgery.”

 

Robin sighed. Patrick had left in the middle of the night for an emergency surgery on the victim of a car crash and she knew he would be exhausted but she had hoped he would get a little more rest before their appointment. He did better with Jason on a full night’s sleep. “Thanks Epiphany. I’ll see you later.”

 

“Robin,” Jason came up to the desk, “you look wonderful. How are the babies doing?” He placed his hands on Robin’s belly and felt a kick. “You know I never get tired of that.”

 

Robin rolled her eyes. “I’m glad someone doesn’t.”

 

“Come on Robin, you never look happier than when you are pregnant. I noticed it when you were pregnant with Emma and it is even more obvious to me with the twins.” He smiled at her. “You are absolutely glowing.”

 

Robin blinked back her tears. She was still hopeful that Jason’s distance would lead them to a place where they could be comfortable being friends again. “Thank you.”

 

Jason dropped his hands. “Should we get going? Where’s Patrick?”

 

“He had an emergency surgery and is, I imagine, napping in his office. I was going to grab him on my way.” Robin knew Patrick would crash out on his couch until she came and got him. “You want to walk with me?”

 

“Are you sure that’s okay? I wouldn’t want to upset Patrick.” Jason took a step back, giving Robin some space.

 

“It will be fine – we’re all going the same place. Come on.” Robin waved him on and they walked down the hall towards Patrick’s office.

 

“So two weeks before we meet our little ones?” Jason was trying to temper his excitement but wasn’t doing a good job.

 

“Yes and I can hardly wait either.” Robin decided it was time to ask Jason the same question she asked Patrick. “What will you do if the twins are Patrick’s?”

 

Jason stopped and took Robin’s hands in his. “No matter what – I love you and these children but to me that is not an issue. The odds of these being Patrick’s children are very slim. We will figure everything out after they are born, let’s just wait until then to worry.”

 

Robin nodded and looked up – they were at Patrick’s office. “Fair enough - let’s get Patrick.”

 

She knocked on the door softly and then opened it. She barely had the door open before she stepped back, her hand flying to her mouth. “Oh my God.”

 

Robin turned and ran down the hall, Jason following close behind her. “Robin!” He caught her easily and held her close, gently rocking her. “It’s okay, it’s going to be okay.”

 

Robin suddenly grabbed her stomach and cried out in pain before collapsing in his arms. “Robin?” She was passed out. “Robin?”

 

Jason yelled down the hallway. “Help! I need help here!”

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Chapter 58

 

“Help! I need help here!”

 

Patrick shoved Jessie aside and ran out the door. His heart stopped when he saw Jason sitting on the floor with an unconscious Robin in his arms. Patrick hesitated for only a moment before running over to them. “What the hell did you do to her!”

 

Jason glared at Patrick. “Me? You did this – you and your little nurse.” Jason turned his glare to the office door where Jessie, the nurse Patrick was helping with her ‘studies’, stood. “How could you?”

 

“I didn’t do anything but I have a feeling you already know that.” Patrick had been sleeping when he felt someone kiss him. Instinctively he knew it wasn’t Robin so he opened his eyes and was shocked to discover Jessie on top of him. He quickly shoved her off him and was in the middle of telling her to never come near him again when he heard Jason yelling.

 

“Patrick…” Robin moaned and Patrick felt a little relief that she was coming around.

 

“I’m here baby.” He wrapped his arms around her and pulled her close as an orderly brought them a cot. Patrick picked her up and laid her down on the gurney. “Let’s get her to labor and delivery and call Dr. Galvan to meet us there.”

 

Patrick and Jason glared at each other one last time before following the gurney down the hall.

 

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“They are going to be fine. We have stopped the contractions and Robin is only dilated to one centimeter.” Dr. Galvan spoke to Patrick and Jason in the waiting room. “I want to keep her overnight for observation but, as long as she avoids stress, I see no reason why she can’t maintain this pregnancy until her c-section.”

 

Jason and Patrick both relaxed at the news and took a moment to be grateful Robin was in the hospital when she collapsed. Patrick was the first to speak. “Can I see her?”

 

“She actually asked me to send you in Patrick.” Dr. Galvan smiled at him and then looked at Jason. “You can see her in a little while.”

 

Patrick held out his hand and Dr. Galvan shook it. “Thank you Jack.”

 

Jason snorted in disbelief at what the doctor had said but sat back down to wait his turn as Patrick headed into Robin’s room.

 

“Hey you.”

 

Robin was lying in the bed, hooked up to several different monitors and looking absolutely miserable. She looked at him and bit her lip, trying not to cry. “Hey.”

 

Patrick dove straight in to the conversation. “I swear to you that nothing was going on. I was sleeping and suddenly someone was kissing me. I knew it wasn’t you immediately and pushed Jessie off. I am going to talk to Epiphany about it and file a complaint.” He walked over and took Robin’s hand in his. “I would never cheat on you or put you through that hell again. I swear.”

 

Tears were rolling down his face and Robin studied him. She shook her head and smiled at him. “I know it’s just when I walked in and saw her on top of you…”

 

“I can’t even imagine how you felt but you are the only woman for me, now and forever.” He decided not to share his feeling that Jason was involved in his being set up. It just seemed too coincidental that Jason happened to be there when he was ‘caught’ in a compromising position. He would deal with that later. “You do believe me?”

 

Robin reached up and gently placed her hand against his cheek. “Of course I do. Come here.”

 

Robin wrapped her arm around his neck and kissed him just as Jason walked in.

 

“I don’t believe this.” Jason couldn’t hide his disgust – how could Robin forgive him for cheating on her like that?

 

The couple broke their embrace and Robin looked at Jason. “Jason, Patrick told me what happened and I believe him." She rubbed her eyes and stared Jason down. "Look, I don’t need any more stress so if you don’t believe him, please keep it to yourself. If you can’t do that then you need to leave, at least for a little while.”

 

Jason was surprised at the forcefulness of Robin’s statement but realized that hers and the babies health were the most important thing right now. “Fine. Now that I know you are all okay I will go and tell Monica and I will be back later to check on you.”

 

He left and Patrick climbed onto the bed with his wife, wrapping his arms around her and rubbing her belly. “I already called your parents and Mac. Maxie is picking up Emma and everyone should be here shortly. Why don’t you get some rest before the invasion?”

 

Robin giggled and cuddled into her husband’s side. “Sounds good. I love you, so much.”

 

Patrick kissed her forehead and smiled. “And I love you, so much.”

 

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Jason stormed down the hallway, unable to even pretend that he wasn’t angry. He ducked into the supply closet and, finally able to find an outlet for his feelings, kicked and punched the storage bin full of towels and sheets few times. Robin and Jason had caught Patrick red-handed with another woman and she had still forgiven him without a single question or concern. He knew she had a blind spot when it came to Patrick but this was ridiculous.

 

He thought about it for a moment and made a decision. Pulling out his phone, Jason called the one person he knew could help him out right now. “Spinelli, yeah I need you to find out everything you can about a nurse here at the hospital. Her name is Jessie Bale.”

Edited April 9, 2015 by cmahorror

[cmahorror]

Chapter 59

 

“You two need to stay inside for just a few weeks longer, you hear me?” Robin laughed as Mac talked to her stomach. Mac, Anna and Robert had arrived an hour ago and each of them was getting a few minutes alone with Robin so she didn’t feel overwhelmed.

 

“You know if they are anything like me they are not going to listen.”

 

“You know what, you’re right.” He smiled at his niece. “But they will also be brilliant and beautiful. Are you sure you’re okay?”

 

“Yes, I promise.” Robin took his hand and squeezed it tight. “Now, tell me all about which racetrack you finally decided on.”

 

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“I’m telling you Anna, this was a set up.” Patrick was talking to Anna and Robert about what had happened earlier. “If anything had happened to Robin or the babies because of this stunt…”

 

Anna put a reassuring hand on Patrick’s shoulder and looked at Robert. Both of them had the same thought - Jessie was working for Jason. “You said Robin knocked on the door before she came in?”

 

“That’s what Robin said. She knocked on the door, opened it and Jessie was on top of me. If she had waited just a minute longer, she would have seen me push her off.” Patrick was upset that Robin thought for even one moment that he was cheating on her again.

 

Robert stared at him. He knew his son-in-law well enough to know that he would never make the same mistake again - both he and Anna were well aware of the whole Lisa Niles debacle. “Why don’t we do a little investigation on this nurse – Jessica Bale?”

 

Patrick nodded. “I have already filed a complaint with Human Resources about Jessie’s behavior. She will probably be suspended without pay while they investigate the charges.”

 

“What do you know about her?” Anna wanted every piece of information she could get on the woman.

 

Patrick ran his hands through his hair and thought for a moment. “She’s a single mom – that’s why I agreed to help her. I knew she could use the extra money that comes from being a surgical nurse. She’s new on staff – barely been here for a year.”

 

“Is she dating anyone?” Robert wondered if maybe this was just a crush gone awry.

 

“Not that I’m aware of but I tend to stay away from hospital gossip.” Patrick bit his lip. “You might want to check with Liz Webber – she seems to be up on all that stuff.”

 

Anna nodded and looked at Robert. Together they would get to the bottom of this.

 

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Robin closed her eyes, exhausted. Patrick was filing his complaint, her parents got called away on business and Mac went to check on Emma for her. The truth was Robin just needed a few minutes to herself - just to wrap her head around everything that happened today.

 

She still couldn’t quite get the image of Jessie on top of her husband out of her mind. Robin knew the nurse had a crush on Patrick but she had no idea it would go this far. She had never truly believed that Patrick would cheat on her again but the shock of seeing Jessie that way…

 

“So, how are you feeling?” Jessie walked into Robin’s room, smirking at her. “I understand you had a little problem today.”

 

Robin couldn’t believe the nerve of this woman. “Thanks to you. Nice try by the way, but Patrick would never cheat on me with you.”

 

“Are you sure – I mean it’s not like he hasn’t done it before, is it?” Jessie kept walking closer to Robin.

 

“Not that it is any of your business, but that was a long time ago. He made a huge mistake, one that he will never make again, especially with you.” Robin took a few deep breaths, trying to keep calm for the babies sake. She reached for her call button but Jessie grabbed it first, throwing it behind the bed.

 

"I've been suspended because of you!"

 

Robin found that she was pushing herself back into her bed, trying to create some distance from the woman who was unraveling right in front of her. "That's not my fault."

 

Jessie got in Robin’s face and began yelling at her. “Yes it is! You don’t deserve him or the life you have - you know that? You destroy lives without a second thought to how it effects others. You risk his life every time you sleep with him and you don’t even care, do you? Or that you might make your children sick? It doesn’t matter to you, does it? How do you live with yourself?”

 

The air was suddenly filled with the sound of alarms going off and Robin cried out in pain. “No!”

 

Jessie ran out of the room, just missing Epiphany running in. “Dr. Drake!” She turned to the nurse following her. “Get Dr. Galvan and Dr. Drake in here now!”

 

She turned back to Robin, grateful she had decided to come and visit the doctor before she left for the day. “You need to calm down – breath with me.”

 

Epiphany started trying to help Robin calm down with some deep breaths but it was too late. Robin shook her head at the woman with tears in her eyes. “My water just broke.”

[cmahorror]

Chapter 60

 

Patrick held Robin’s hand as Dr. Galvan started the c-section, trying to calm down his near hysterical wife. “It’s okay Robin, you are all going to be okay.”

 

“I’m sorry, I am so sorry. I tried to stop it.” Robin was crying hard, upset that she hadn’t been able to stop the babies from coming early.

 

“Hey, this is not your fault. We will find her and she will pay for doing this to you but for now just concentrate on the babies. They are fully developed and they will fine.” Patrick was worried too but his priority was keeping Robin calm.

 

“Patrick’s right Robin,” Jason added, “none of this is your fault and the babies will be fine. Please don’t worry.” Normally, Patrick would have been the only one allowed in the delivery room but, due to the special circumstances, an exception was made and Jason was given permission to be there as well.

 

A cry pierced the air and the doctor was holding one of the babies. “Here’s your little girl.” All three found tears filling their eyes as the tiny baby sat in the nurse’s arms screaming her head off.

 

“She’s got your lungs babe.” Patrick got a small chuckle out of Robin as they waited for the nurse to clean up the little girl and for the doctor to bring their little boy into the world.

 

“Here he is.” Dr. Galvan held another baby, slightly larger than his sister, up for them to see. He wasn’t near as loud, but still let out a little cry. “Robin, they are doing great and so are you.”

 

Robin laid there crying while Patrick held her hand. “They’re ok?”

 

Patrick smiled at her. “They are perfect.”

 

Jason stared in awe at the sight of the two babies being cleaned up. “They are beautiful Robin.”

 

Dr. Galvan smiled at Robin. “They are going to get cleaned up and get their AZT shots. We will draw blood while we are doing that as well.”

 

Robin nodded knowing that Dr. Galvan was referring to the paternity test. “Thank you.”

 

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Two hours later Robin was sitting up in bed holding her little girl while Mac held her little boy. “And we will go to baseball games and I will teach you all about rugby.”

 

Robin laughed at him. “What about your girls – don’t they get to go to games?”

 

“Games yes, rugby no.” Mac smiled at his nieces.

 

“I don’t know, the way this one was beating him up in there – she might be a better choice.” Everyone laughed and both babies slept right through it.Isabella Rose was 5 lbs 4 oz with dark brown hair and beautiful brown eyes. Her brother, Alexander Daniel, was 5lbs 8 oz with the same dark brown hair but his Grandpa’s Robert’s steely blue eyes. Both children were perfectly healthy and already loved like crazy by everyone in the room. For now, both children were registered under Robin’s last name until the DNA test came back.

 

Both Jason and Patrick had gotten a little time alone with Robin and the twins before the rest of the family came into the room. Patrick had gone first and then sat out with the family while Jason went in. Eventually, all of their family filled the room. Robin looked around at the group surrounding her, including her parents, Mac and Felicia and, of course, proud big sister Emma. “We are so blessed. Aren’t we Emma?” Robin smiled at her daughter who was sitting next to her just staring at her baby sister.

 

“Yes mommy.” Emma leaned over and gave her sister a kiss. “They’re so tiny.”

 

“Don’t worry, they’ll get bigger. You were once this size too.” Robin kept glancing at Patrick, who was watching her monitors. “Patrick, please just enjoy the moment.”

 

Patrick sighed and shook his head. He remembered all too well what had happened after Emma was born and he was watching for any sign that Robin might develop DIC again. “I just want to make sure you’re doing alright.”

 

Robin smiled at him. “I’m wonderful – so quit watching the monitors and take Isabella for a spin around the room.” Robin was hoping to distract him for a few minutes.

 

Patrick walked over and picked up Isabella, cradling her gently in his arms. “What do you say little girl, want to do a lap around the room?” Patrick walked her around the room, regaling her with stories about his racing days.

 

Dr. Galvan came in when Patrick was by the window showing Isabella the Port Charles skyline to check on everyone. “How are you doing?”

 

Robin smiled. “A little tired but I feel great. Have you gotten the results yet?”

 

“Isabella and Alex both tested negative for HIV. We’ll need to do additional tests at 3 and 6 months but it is a good start. As for the DNA test, that will take a little longer but we should have the results first thing tomorrow morning.”

 

Robin breathed a sigh of relief at the doctor’s words. They wouldn’t know for certain that both children were HIV negative for another 6 months but at least they had good reason to hope the results will remain the same. As for the DNA test, tomorrow they would know if they Isabella and Alex were Patrick’s or Jason’s children. Either way, the waiting would be over.

 

“Now mom and babies need some rest so I am going to get out of here. Only one person can stay in the room with Robin so, Patrick, I assume that will be you?”

 

Patrick nodded, noticing the glare he got from Jason but he didn’t care. Robin was his wife and there was no place else he would rather be. “Yes, Emma is going to stay with her Grandma Anna tonight.”

 

Emma nodded her head excitedly – she loved staying at Grandma’s place. “We’re going to watch Frozen.”

 

Anna groaned. “Again? Can we watch something else Emma, please?”

 

“No, Mommy wouldn’t let me name my sister Elsa.” No other explanation was needed in Emma’s mind.

 

“I told you baby, it’s too close to Emma. I might get confused.” Robin had been very careful in picking names for the babies. Both men had agreed that Robin should name them and she didn’t want to offend either one. Emma and her had worked together to pick out the names. Robin had picked out Isabella and Emma had chosen Alexander. “Besides, you got to pick your brother’s name, didn’t you?”

 

Emma thought about it for a moment. “I did!” She looked at her Grandma. “May we go now?”

 

Patrick shook his head. “Sick of your brother and sister already?”

 

“No, just hungry and Grandma promised me corn dogs and ice cream.”

 

“Really Grandma?” Robin raised her eyebrows at her mom.

 

“Hey – we need to celebrate the newest additions to our family.” Anna walked over to the bed and kissed Robin on the forehead. “I love you. Congratulations.”

 

Mac and Patrick placed the children in their bassinets and Anna kissed both of her new grandchildren goodbye before heading out with Emma. Robert, Mac and Noah shortly followed suit, kissing the babies and heading out for the night. Soon it was just Robin, Patrick, Jason and the twins left in the room. Jason took one last look at the sleeping babies and went over to Robin. “I suppose I had better get going too. I will be here first thing in the morning. I want to be here when you get the results.”

 

Patrick scowled at the man but Robin gave him a tired smile. “Thank you for all your help today Jason – I really do appreciate it.”

 

“No thanks are necessary, I was where I should be.” Jason gave Robin a kiss and headed out the door before Patrick could respond.

 

Patrick started to get up and go after him but Robin grabbed his arm. “It’s not worth it.” Alex began fussing so Robin pointed at the bassinet. “I think Alex needs a bottle which means Isabella isn’t far behind. Can you get them for me?”

 

Patrick got up and kissed Robin one last time before heading out the door to get the babies their supper.

 

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Carly snuck into the hospital lab and, using the credentials she bought off an intern, accessed the records she had been looking for.

 

Carly had spent hours watching various nurses walk in and out of the lab, waiting for the perfect time to make her move. She recognized quite a few of the women and men, including Felix and Jessie, during her time in hiding and was anxious to get in there and see the results of the paternity test.

 

Moving quickly, she pulled up the report she was looking for. It was time to see just who fathered Robin's children.

[cmahorror]

Chapter 61

 

Patrick walked Alex around the room, trying to get him to burp. “Come on buddy, I’m trying to impress your mommy here.”

 

Robin laughed as Isabella fell asleep against her chest. “Too late, mommy’s already impressed. Want to trade? Maybe he just needs a mother’s touch.”

 

Patrick sighed but walked over. He set Alex down in Robin’s open arm and then picked up Isabella and rested her against his chest. She instantly curled into him, fitting her head perfectly under his chin. Alex meanwhile took all of 2 minutes to burp once Robin got a hold of him. “See, mommy knows what to do.”

 

Patrick gave a fake pout. “Sure kid, make me look bad.”

 

Robin giggled. “That is not possible.”

 

Patrick walked over and sat down on the bed next to her. “It’s not, huh?”

 

“No, it’s not.” Robin leaned over and gave Patrick a kiss. “I love you Dr. Drake.”

 

Patrick kissed her in return. “And I love you Dr. Scorpio-Drake.”

 

Neither one heard the door open or Jason walk in. “Sorry to interrupt but I ran into Dr. Galvan in the hall and he is on his way here with the results of the paternity test.”

 

Patrick found himself getting nervous. In his heart he knew these were his children but he didn’t know how Jason was going to respond to the news. He just prayed that Jason didn’t make a scene when the truth came out.

 

Jason walked over to Robin. “Is it okay if I hold Alex?”

 

“Of course.” She gently removed Alex from her shoulder and placed him in Jason’s arms. “Here you go.”

 

Jason smiled at the yawning boy and began walking the floor with him, slowly rocking him back and forth. “You are such a good boy. So happy, so like your mommy.”

 

Patrick cringed at the sight but held his tongue for Robin’s sake. Just a few more minutes and Jason was out of their lives for good.

 

“Good morning. How is everyone doing today?” Dr. Galvan walked in the room with Robin’s chart, ready to go over the test results.

 

“Doing great - I’ve got two beautiful and healthy babies. Thank you for everything.” Robin was truly appreciative of everything Dr. Galvan had done to accommodate their special circumstances.

 

“Anything for one of my favorite patients and co-workers. Let’s get down to it. I have the results of the paternity test.” All three held their breaths as Dr. Galvan read the results. “The test show that Jason is the babies biological father.”

 

Robin’s heart broke. As much she knew the odds were against it, she had hoped that the babies were Patrick’s. She reached over and took Patrick’s free hand in hers. “Patrick…”

 

Patrick smiled at her. “It’s okay,” he released her hand and went back to rubbing Isabella’s back, “they are still your children and I love them, no matter what.”

 

Meanwhile Jason smiled down at Alex. “Did you hear that – I’m your daddy.” He looked at Dr. Galvan. “Thank you.”

 

Patrick took a deep breath. “Yes, thank you Jack.”

 

Robin just nodded, unsure what to say. She knew Patrick was devastated at the news and she didn’t know how to make it better. How could anyone make this better?

 

Dr. Galvan left the room and Jason walked back over to Robin, handing Alex back to her. He then turned to Patrick. “I would like to hold my daughter now.”

 

Robin had never wanted to hurt someone as much as she did Jason at that moment. This wasn’t about their children, it was about rubbing the results in Patrick’s face and she would not have it. “She is fine where she is at. Why don’t you go and tell Monica the news? I want some time alone with my husband.”

 

Jason winced but the tone of Robin’s voice made him realize he had pushed it too far and he wisely retreated. “Of course, she is going to be thrilled that she has officially has two more grandchildren. I’ll see you all in a little bit.”

 

Jason left the room and the tears Robin had been holding back finally fell down her cheeks. “Patrick, I am so sorry.”

 

Patrick shook his head. “I don’t believe it Robin. I’m sorry, but I do not believe for one second that these are not our children.”

 

“But the test says…”

 

“How many times have paternity tests been changed at this hospital? No, I am getting samples and sending it to an outside lab for another test.” Patrick began walking around the room with Isabella, working off his anxiety. “It will probably take a couple of weeks to get the results back but I am not accepting that these are Jason’s children until I get definitive proof and a DNA test at General Hospital does not qualify.”

 

Robin thought about what he was saying and realized he was right. A test through an out of state lab really was the best way to verify the babies paternity. “We can’t tell anyone what we are doing or where we are sending the samples. Not my parents or your dad, no one.”

 

Patrick nodded his in agreement and then smiled at her. “So you don’t think I’m crazy?”

 

“I never said that but I do think you are right about paternity tests here in Port Charles.” Robin patted the bed next to her and Patrick sat down. “I want you to know, I love you and I want to be with you and nothing will change that.”

 

Patrick leaned into her, holding the sleeping Isabella close and smiling down at Alex, nestled snugly against Robin’s chest. “And I love you.”

 

Robin put her head on Patrick’s shoulder and laid there against him. She closed her eyes and said a silent prayer - please God, please let this second test prove that Patrick is my babies father.

[UYI]

Moved to the History thread.

Edited April 13, 2015 by UYI

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Chapter 62

 

Robin laid down on the couch and enjoyed the feeling of Isabella, who Emma had nicknamed Isa, sleeping on her chest. Alex was in one the bassinets next to the couch, passed out with a belly full of formula while Patrick finished bringing in presents from Robin’s hospital room. Patrick brought in the last of the flowers and set them on the coffee table. “This is looking more like a flower shop than a living room at this point.”

 

Robin laughed as Patrick gently lifted her legs and slid under them, using one hand to massage her legs and the other to rub Isa’s back. “Happy to be home?”

 

Robin smiled at him. “You have no idea. All we need is Emma and everything will be perfect.”

 

Patrick nodded in agreement. “I know - Mac is bringing her home in a few hours and he said he is bringing us dinner so we don’t have to cook tonight.”

 

Robin laughed again. “You mean so you don’t have to cook.”

 

“Why is up to me to make supper?” Patrick joked.

 

“Because I just had two babies – and you didn’t so you should be waiting on me hand and foot.” Robin moaned as Patrick’s hand worked its magic on her legs.

 

“Like I am doing right now?” Patrick gave her his best smirk and Robin giggled, fully relaxed.

 

“Like you always do.” Robin couldn’t believe how lucky she was to have Patrick in her life. “I don’t know what I would do without you.”

 

“You won’t have to find out. I’m not going anywhere Robin ever again, no matter what. I promise you that.” Patrick moved out from under Robin’s legs and stood up. He reached over and expertly picked Isa up from Robin’s chest and placed her in the second bassinet next to her brother. Robin turned on her side, allowing Patrick to lay behind her and wrap his arms around her. “It’s going to be okay Robin. We’re a family and no one is going to tear us apart again.”

 

Robin pulled Patrick’s arms tighter around her, needing the feeling of safety she felt in them. No matter what Patrick said, she couldn’t shake the feeling that their family was still in danger of being torn apart and that nobody may be able to stop it. She made a mental note to talk to her uncle about her fear later. Until then, she would just enjoy being at home with her youngest two children and her husband.

 

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Jason was sitting in the rocking chair, staring at the empty cribs. He had hoped that Robin would come home with him once she found out that the babies were his but she was still with Drake. He didn’t understand it – the man had hurt her and cheated on her and she still went home with him. What kind of hold did that bastard have on her?

 

“Jason?” Carly walked into the nursery and saw him just staring straight ahead. “Are you okay?”

 

“She’s still with him. She just gave birth to our children and she is still with him. They were supposed to come home with me today.” He glared at Carly. “You told me she would come home with me.”

 

Carly sighed. “Jason, I thought…”

 

“I don’t want to hear it. I tried it your way and all it did was cost me time away from the woman I love. Time I missed spending with my children. I’m done doing things your way Carly – it’s time for me to take charge.” Jason didn’t look at Carly once. “Get out. Get out and don’t come near me or any member of my family ever again. We’re done.”

 

Carly couldn’t believe what she was hearing. “But Jason…”

 

Jason stood up and finally looked at her, glaring at Carly with every ounce of hatred he could muster. “I said get out!”

 

Carly fell back against the wall, shocked by the venom in his words. Unable to handle Jason’s fury, Carly ran back through the door and out of the house before the situation turned volatile.

 

Jason sat back down in the rocking chair and returned to his thoughts. Robin and him were meant to be together – the children being his was just another sign of that. He just needed to get her away from Drake so she could see it. That was it - all they needed was some uninterrupted time together as a family, he knew it.

 

One way or another, Robin and his children were coming home soon and for good.

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Chapter 63

 

Mac sat down on the couch next to Robin and held out his hands. “Give him up Robin, it’s my turn.”

 

Robin giggled and handed Alex over to Mac. Isa was with Patrick and Emma in her room, working on Emma’s homework while Mac and Robin talked. Mac made a few silly faces at Alex and then looked at his niece. “Robin, I got to be honest – I don’t see any of Jason in either one of the kids. Have you given any thought to possibly having another test run?”

 

Robin took a deep breath and decided to come clean with her uncle. “Great minds.” Mac looked at her curiously. “Patrick sent off samples to a lab in California yesterday. It’s going to take a couple of weeks to get the results back and I am asking you to not tell anyone about this until after then. We don’t want to risk anyone

tampering with the results.”

 

Mac sighed in relief. “Thank God. I was worried you both were just accepting the first test and I promise not to breathe a word to anyone.” He laid Alex on his chest and really studied Robin. “Now that we have that settled – what is going on? I can tell something is on your mind.”

 

“I don’t know how to explain it. I’m afraid that I’m going to sound paranoid or,” Robin rubbed her face with her hands, “something. I just can’t shake this feeling that something or someone is going to try and tear our family apart. That this is just the calm before the storm.”

 

Mac took one of Robin’s hands in his free hand and squeezed it. “You don’t sound paranoid, just cautious. Let’s be honest, it’s not like you don’t have reason to worry. Jason is not going to give up getting you back and that nurse at the hospital, I can’t believe that she is still working there.”

 

Robin rolled her eyes at the mention of Jessie. The nurse had presented a decent enough case to Monica that Robin and Patrick were both overreacting and that her intentions were just misunderstood. There were no witnesses to what had happened in Robin's room and no evidence that she had done anything wrong.

 

A compromise was made - Jessie was back to work a few days after the twins were born but was moved to a different floor to minimize contact with Robin and Patrick. Monica explained that this was the best she could do, Jessie had threatened a lawsuit if she wasn't reinstated and Monica couldn't risk the bad publicity so soon after Obrecht. “She won’t be working with Patrick or me – that’s the important thing.”

 

“But still Robin…”

 

“Look, it’s her word against mine. If she does anything else, I will take care of it. I just wish I knew why she was so focused on hurting me. This seems to be about more than a crush on my husband.” Robin was still baffled by the nurse’s feelings towards her.

 

“Well, I could always look into her background, get some more information about her, if you want?” Mac wanted to protect Robin and her children however he could.

 

“That may not be a bad idea. Thank you.” Robin smiled at her uncle and then Alex started fussing. “I think someone needs a new diaper.” She moved to get off the couch but Mac stopped her.

 

“I got this – you just rest.” Mac stood up and walked towards the nursery while Robin leaned back against the couch. “Robin, talk to Patrick about your concerns. He needs to know what you are feeling.”

 

Robin nodded at her uncle, grateful to have his love and support. He had been the constant in her life since she was a little girl and she would be lost without him. “I will. Thank you Uncle Mac.”

 

“Anytime kiddo.”

 

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Patrick stormed up to the nurse’s desk. “Could someone please explain to me why I was paged when I am on paternity leave?” Mac had still been at the house when Patrick was paged so he had stayed with Robin and the kids while Patrick came into GH.

 

Epiphany shook her head. “I have no idea what you are talking about – I didn’t page you.”

 

“What do you mean you didn’t page me? I got the page and called the desk – they told me I was to come in ASAP, it was an emergency.”

 

Patrick heard someone step up behind him. “And it is. I was the one who paged you.”

 

“Carly,” Patrick glared at the woman, “what the hell do you want?”

 

“Believe it or not – to help you,” Carly sighed, “and Robin.”

 

Patrick snorted at her claim. “You hate Robin.”

 

“I do but I don’t want any harm to come to her or her kids. I think I may have set something in motion that I can’t stop without your help.” Carly’s fear was palpable.

 

“What did you do Carly? Does this have to do with Jason?”

 

Carly shook her head. “No, it has to do with Jessie.”

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Chapter 64

 

Patrick dragged Carly down to his office and quickly closed the door. “What the hell did you do Carly?”

 

Carly took a deep breath and began her story. “When Jason came back and told me he wanted nothing to do with me, I was devastated. Jason has always been the only man to accept me as I am, no questions asked and to lose him again, it was almost unbearable. On top of that, I had to watch him lose the woman he loved to you. All he wanted was to be with Robin and raise their children together.”

 

Patrick shook his head. “Get to the point Carly.”

 

“I thought that if I got Jason back together with Robin than maybe he would forgive me for the role I played in hiding Sonny’s involvement in AJ’s murder. I was visiting my mom one day and saw the way that Jessie watched you. I realized that if I could get Robin to leave you than she and Jason could be a family again.”

 

Carly walked over the window and stared out it as she talked, not wanting to look Patrick in the eyes.

 

“How could you do that to me Carly?” Patrick had confided in Carly many times over the years. They were never best friends but he never dreamed Carly would set out to purposely hurt him.

 

“Because I would do anything for Jason.” Carly continued her story. “It was easy to convince her to help me. She was a single mom and needed the cash. Plus, she already had a crush on you so she was definitely willing to help end your marriage. All she had to do was get you to slip up, just once, and Robin would be done with you and back with Jason. I’m not proud of what I did but I had my reasons.”

 

“Did Jason know?” Patrick wouldn’t put it past the man.

 

“No! This is all on me and I regret it because if I had known who she was, why she was always watching you, I would have never have asked her to be a part of this plan.” Carly looked at Patrick with sadness in her eyes. “I am so sorry, I didn’t know…”

 

“Didn’t know what?” Patrick grabbed Carly. “Who is she Carly?”

 

“She’s Lisa’s sister.”

 

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“Uncle Mac you can go home, we’ll be okay.” Robin had watched Mac slowly nodding off for the past 15 minutes. Emma was in bed and the twins had been fed and would be asleep for at least a couple of hours. “You are exhausted and Patrick should be home any minute now.”

 

Patrick had been called away less than an hour ago for an emergency consult at the hospital. He hadn’t been happy about it but Robin encouraged him to go since Mac was there. But Mac was tired and Robin thought it was silly for him to stay there when he could be home with Felicia. “Seriously Mac, I’ll be fine. Go home and give Felicia a hug from me.”

 

Mac rubbed his eyes and stood up. “Are you sure?”

 

“I’m positive.” Robin stood up slowly and hugged Mac. “I love you but get out of here.”

 

Mac laughed and headed to the door. “I’m locking this behind me. Get some rest and let me know when Patrick gets home.”

 

“I will have Patrick text you the minute he walks in the door.” Robin waved Mac goodbye as he left, checking that the door was locked after he closed it.

 

Robin was heading back to the couch when she suddenly realized her phone was still in her purse – which was in their bedroom. “Damn it.”

 

Robin knew she needed to go and get it. She was halfway to the stairs when the doorbell rang. “Of course. Just a minute.”

 

She made her way to the door and opened it, apologizing to the person on the other side. “Sorry, I’m moving a little slow today.”

 

Robin’s face dropped as she found herself face to face with Jessie. “Hello Robin.”

 

Robin tried to shut the door but Jessie stopped her easily and shoved Robin inside, closing the door behind her and locking it. “We need to talk.”

 

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Patrick let go of Carly and walked backwards until his legs hit his desk and he sat down on it. “But Lisa’s sister was just a kid when…”

 

“When you were dating in college, I know, but she’s all grown up now.” Carly walked over to Patrick. “Jason asked Spinelli to get more information on her for him and Spinelli called me when he realized I was working with her. He was upset that I could be involved with the sister of the woman who shot him. I am telling you exactly what I told him, I didn’t know who she was.”

 

Patrick studied Carly’s face. She was telling the truth, at least about Jessie. He decided to see if she was in the mood to share some more truths. “Carly, did you mess with the paternity test?”

 

Carly looked at him guiltily. “They say confession is good for the soul so why not get it all out. I did sneak into the lab and look at the results but I didn’t do anything with them.”

 

Patrick smirked at her. “Please, you would do anything to hurt Robin, you have proved that time and again, so why should I believe you now?”

 

Carly gritted her teeth and spat her words at him. “You know what – believe what you want, I really don’t care, but I swear on my children’s lives that I am telling you the truth. I went to that lab with every intention of changing those results but I didn’t.”

 

“Sure you didn’t.” Patrick started walking to the door to leave and Carly ran after him.

 

Carly began yelling at him. “I didn’t! I was going to change them so that it showed that Jason was the father but I didn’t have to because that’s what the test already said.”

 

Patrick stopped and turned around to face Carly. “What did you say?”

 

Carly took a moment to calm down. “I said I didn’t change the results because they already said what I wanted them to say.” Carly put her hand on Patrick’s arm and tried to comfort him. “I’m sorry Patrick, but Jason is their father.”

 

Patrick watched Carly’s face for even the slightest indication that she was lying but there was nothing. Patrick took her hand off his arm and stormed out of his office.

 

It wasn’t true, no matter what Carly said, but he had a bigger problem to deal with right now. Patrick left the hospital and got in his car. After taking a few moments to calm himself, he pulled out his phone and made a call. “Anna, I need your help.”

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Chapter 65

 

“What are you doing here Jessie?” Robin didn’t understand why the nurse would risk showing up at their house.

 

“You just had to sick all your people on me, didn’t you? Imagine my surprise when I found out that my computer, my bank records, and even my personnel files had all been hacked.” She glared at Robin. “Thank God my daughter is with her grandparents, it gives me plenty of time to deal with you.”

 

Robin stared at the woman, unsure of her next move. “Then go see her. You don’t want to lose her over me – it’s not worth it.”

 

“Oh but it is worth it. My daughter will know that I did everything I could for the ones that I love.” Jessie sneered at Robin. “You are exactly the way my sister described you.”

 

Robin stood by the couch, trying to keep Jessie in the living room. Patrick would be home soon, she knew it. “What do you mean?”

 

Jessie stood next to Robin by the couch and stared at her. “Weak, mousy, boring, self righteous. How you could hold any man’s interest, let alone Patrick’s, is beyond me. Of course, you didn’t hold his interest – did you?”

 

Jessie watched Robin holding her stomach. Maybe she could provoke a response with a little painful stimulus. Jessie smiled as she shoved Robin onto the couch. “I asked you a question.”

 

Robin’s stomach hit the arm of the couch and she gasped in pain while tears filled her eyes. “What the hell do you want?”

 

Jessie leaned over and stared Robin straight in the eyes, taking joy in Robin’s agony. “To make you suffer. To give you back all the pain you caused me and my sister.”

 

Robin was confused. “Your sister?”

 

Jessie smiled at her. “Do you not see the family resemblance? Or have you just wiped her from your mind, the way your husband did after he used her and threw her away because of you.”

 

“Oh my God – your sister was Lisa.” Robin felt sick to her stomach.

 

“Give the lady a prize. Now, the question is what to do with you. My original plan was to just steal your husband but the man wouldn’t even give me the time of day. Apparently he was serious when he told Lisa that he would never cheat on you again. But I can’t let you have a happy ever after – not while my sister is rotting in the ground.”

 

Robin thought fast. “Then take me.” Jessie looked at her. “Let me call someone to come and watch the kids and we’ll leave before they get here. You want to cause me pain, fine. Lisa wanted to kill me and I am giving you the chance to finish what she started.”

 

Jessie thought about it and then handed Robin her phone. “One person, not Patrick, and if I hear anything that sounds like a plea for help, I will go and take your children. You are hardly in a position to chase after me.”

 

Robin nodded and dialed a number into the phone, wrapping a blanket around her midsection as she did it. “Maxie, it’s Robin. I need your help.”

 

Maxie sat in her car, parked by Patrick and Robin’s house. Mac had called her before he left and asked her to stop by and help until Patrick got home. “Hey cousin, I was just…”

 

Robin interrupted her. “Patrick is at the hospital and I need to lay down, could you please come over and help me with the twins for a little bit?”

 

“Sure Robs. In fact…”

 

Robin interrupted again. “Great – how soon can you get here?”

 

Maxie was getting worried, something was off with Robin, she could feel it. “I’m outside your house right now.”

 

“That close, really? Well I'll be lying down, so just use your key to get in. Emma’s sleeping and the twins are in our room – their monitor is on the coffee table. See you in a few minutes and Maxie, I love you.” Robin hung up the phone before Maxie could say anything else.

 

Jessie grabbed Robin by the arm and pulled her off the couch and towards the back door. Robin was shocked when Jessie pulled a gun out of her pocket and pushed it into Robin’s back. “Just in case you decide to try and take off. I’m parked on the street behind your house. I certainly wouldn’t want anyone to see me leaving with you.”

 

They were no sooner out the back door when Maxie came bursting through the front, yelling on the phone. “I’m telling you something is wrong Mac.” Maxie ran through the house, frantically looking for her cousin. “Robin! Robin! I don’t see her anywhere.”

 

Maxie came back into the living room still talking to Mac. “Get everyone here now!” Maxie hung up the phone and was just picking up the baby monitor from the coffee table when she looked at the couch and saw something that sent chills down her spine.

 

There was blood on the arm of the couch, a lot of it, almost like someone was leaning against it with an open wound. Maxie looked at the spot and sat down in shock. She was still sitting there when, just a few minutes later Patrick ran in. “Maxie? Where is Robin?”

 

Maxie just stared at the spot on the couch.

 

“Where is she Maxie?”

 

Maxie looked at Patrick and then back at the spot. Patrick followed her stare. “I called Mac, he is bringing everyone here. She sounded scared Patrick. She was so scared and I was too late to help her.”

 

Maxie broke down as Anna and Robert came rushing in, looking around for their daughter. Anna look at Patrick. “Patrick - where’s Robin?”

 

Patrick pulled Maxie into his arms and held the crying woman, unable to look at his in-laws. “She’s gone.”

Edited April 14, 2015 by cmahorror

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Chapter 66

 

Anna immediately went into commissioner mode. She pulled out her phone and began barking out orders while Robert searched the house one more time.

 

“Maxie!” Mac came running into the house and gathered his daughter in his arms to comfort her. He looked at Patrick. “I swear she was only alone for a couple of minutes.”

 

Patrick looked at Mac and knew how upset the man was - he loved Robin like she was his own daughter and, for all intents and purposes, she was. “I know Mac. This isn’t your fault, it’s mine.”

 

Maxie and Mac both looked at him and Maxie began shaking her head. “Patrick this is not your fault.”

 

“Yes it is!” Patrick stood up and began pacing the room. “Jessie is Lisa’s sister. This is all about getting revenge on me for Lisa’s death.”

 

Maxie stood up, furious at what she had just learned. “That bitch! It’s not enough that she almost killed you and me and Robin, that she is the reason Matt is in jail, now she has her psycho of a sister attacking us.” Maxie walked over to Patrick. “You didn’t do anything but Jessie - I am going to tear her apart limb by limb.”

 

Maxie grabbed and Patrick and headed for the door. “Come on, we’ll split up and take a look around – she couldn’t have gotten far.”

 

They had no sooner reached the door when Jason came in, carrying an unconscious and bleeding Robin in his arms. “I need help.”

 

Patrick took Robin from him and laid her down on the couch. “Anna…”

 

“The ambulance should be here in a minute.” Anna looked at Jason. “Where did you find her?”

 

“In my backyard – I heard a scream and ran out to help. I saw her struggling with someone and heard a gun go off.” Jason’s eyes never left Robin. “I went over and the person she was struggling with was dead, shot, and Robin was unconscious and bleeding. I saw the lights so I picked her up and brought her here.”

 

“And the person she fought with?” Anna wasn’t sure she believed a word Jason said but she needed to know where Jessie was.

 

“It was that nurse from the hospital – the one that,” Jason stopped, “I left her body in my backyard. My only concern was getting Robin to safety.”

 

Patrick barely heard a word Jason said – his focus was on Robin. “Maxie, there are gloves in the first aid kit in the kitchen – go and get them please.”

 

Maxie ran out of the room and returned with the gloves in record time. Patrick put them on and gently removed Robin’s shirt. Blood had soaked through the shirt and Patrick was certain that Robin had ruptured her sutures. “Call Dr. Galvan and have him meet us at the hospital – she is going to need surgery.”

 

Mac pulled out his phone to make the call as the paramedics came in to get Robin to the hospital. Within a couple of minutes Robin was on her way out the door and Dr. Galvan was on his way to meet them at the hospital. “Patrick, ride in the ambulance with Robin – Maxie and I will stay here with the kids.”

 

Jason stepped up. “I could take the kids to my place.”

 

“No!” Patrick shouted at him but quickly backed off. “Everything they need is already here and all the kids are sleeping. We appreciate the offer but the twins really need to stay here.”

 

Jason nodded. “I understand. Besides, this way I can be at the hospital with Robin.” He turned around and looked at Mac. “Thank you for taking care of our kids.”

 

Patrick just shook his head and followed the paramedics outside – he was riding in the ambulance with his wife. Jason left right after so he could meet them at GH.

 

Maxie glared at Jason as he ran out the door. “I hate that he’s their father.”

 

“Me too Maxie, me too.” Mac hugged his daughter close and turned to Anna. “Any word on Jessie?”

 

Anna and Robert looked at each other and then at Mac. “Apparently Jason was telling the truth, at least about Jessie’s current whereabouts. Her body was found in Jason’s backyard. She won’t hurt Robin or Patrick again.”

 

Mac nodded his head. He was grateful to Jason for saving Robin but something about his story just wasn’t adding up. His thoughts were interrupted by a loud wail coming through the baby monitor. “Sounds like someone is hungry. Maxie, why don’t you heat up a bottle and I’ll go and get them.”

 

He headed to the bedroom but took a moment to stop and talk to Anna and Robert. “I think we all know that Jason isn’t telling us the whole truth but l think we should concentrate on Robin tonight - we can sort everything else out tomorrow. Call me when you know anything.”

 

Anna hugged Mac and then she and Robert headed out the door and to the hospital. Mac walked into the twins room and picked up Alex. Carrying him into the living room, Mac sat down on the couch and began feeding him the bottle Maxie had made. “There you go baby boy. Don’t worry, everything is going to be alright. That’s my promise to you.”

 

Maxie sat down on the couch next to him and smiled down at her cousin. “And your Uncle Mac never breaks a promise.”

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Chapter 67

 

“Patrick…”

 

Robin’s soft voice seemed to fill the room. Patrick smiled and gently squeezed her hand. “I’m right here babe.”

 

Robin slowly began waking up. “Oh, what happened?”

 

“Too much partying adventure girl.” Patrick leaned over and gave his wife a soft kiss on the lips. “What am I going to do with you?”

 

“Ha ha. Seriously, what happened?” Robin’s memory was fuzzy at best.

 

Patrick rubbed her hand and spoke softly to her. “You pulled your stitches.”

 

“My stitches?” Robin’s eyes flew open. “The kids?”

 

She tried to sit up but Patrick was ready for it and held her down, careful to not hurt her. “They are fine. Your Uncle Mac is with them and Maxie is lending her assistance. I’m more worried about you right now.” Tears silently streamed down his cheek. “You have got to stop doing this to me Scorpio.”

 

“Hey, that’s Scorpio-Drake to you.” Robin reached her hand up and wiped away his tears. “What happened?”

 

Patrick switched into doctor mode. “What do you remember?” It was best if Robin remembered what had happened on her own.

 

Robin closed her eyes. “I was with Uncle Mac but he was tired so I sent him home. He left and I remembered that my phone was still in my purse.” Robin bit her lip and stopped for a moment, trying to remember what had happened. “I was going to go get it but then someone was at the door so I went to answer it.”

 

“You don’t have to remember everything right away.” Patrick didn’t want her pushing herself.

 

“No, I need to do this.” Robin gave him a weak smile and then shut her eyes again, trying to remember. “I opened the door and,” Robin’s eyes flew open, “Jessie was standing there. She pushed her way in…”

 

Patrick watched the monitors and saw Robin’s heart rate was going up the more she remembered. “Robin, you need to calm down.”

 

“She’s Lisa sister – she wants to hurt me.” Robin’s breathing got faster. “She threatened to take the kids if I tried anything. I had to get her out of the house.”

 

Patrick got on the bed next to her and carefully pulled her in his arms. “Robin, you need to calm down. Jessie can’t hurt you or the kids anymore. You’re all safe, I promise.”

 

“What happened after I left the house? I can’t remember.” Robin leaned against Patrick, tears falling down her face. “Why can’t I remember?”

 

“Robin, you were losing blood by that point from tearing open your stitches. My guess would be you were already going into shock when Jessie dragged you out of our house.”

 

“My blood, Patrick, I left my blood…”

 

Patrick wrapped his arms tighter around her. “You wrapped a blanket around your belly to help stop the flow.” Patrick knew what she was worried about. “You didn’t leave a blood trail Robin.”

 

“Good.” She closed her eyes and began falling back to sleep but had one last question before she did. “What did you mean when you said Jessie couldn’t hurt me anymore? Is she in jail?”

 

“Don’t worry about that now – just trust me when I say that we are all safe and we’ll talk about everything else when you are feeling better.”

 

Robin nodded her head and looked at Patrick. “Of course I trust you – I love you Patrick.”

 

“And I love you Robin. Now go to sleep.”

 

Patrick barely had the words out before Robin’s eyes shut and she fell back to sleep. He prayed that she had a peaceful sleep tonight because tomorrow he would have to tell her about everything that happened and he had no idea how she was going to handle it.

 

Patrick kissed the top of Robin’s head. It would be okay – she was alive and safe and that was all that mattered.

 

Patrick closed his eyes and fell asleep, so focused on Robin that he never once noticed that Jason was standing outside Robin's hospital room door.

 

Jason watched the couple until they were both was sleeping and then headed out of GH for the night - he had a few things to do before Robin came home.

Edited April 16, 2015 by cmahorror

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Hey guys - once again encouraging everyone to contribute to the thread and remind you that I welcome any comments, good or bad, on what I have written. This story had turned from a short flight of fancy to a multi-year storyline that I hope makes more sense that what is currently on the show.

 

 

Chapter 68

 

Anna reviewed all the information from the crime scene trying to figure out just what the hell had happened the night before in Jason’s backyard. According to Jason he saw Robin struggling with Jessie and then heard a gun go off but there was no gun found on the scene. Not only that but Jessie was shot in the head and there was no way that would be able to happen with the fight the way Jason described it.

 

Last but not least was the fact that Robin was far too weak by that point to have put up much of a fight against the nurse. The blanket and clothes taken from Robin showed that she had lost quite a bit of blood and was probably already in shock by the time Jason had found her. Dr. Galvan was guessing that within minutes of opening her stitches against the couch, Robin was unconscious – so how the hell did she get three blocks away to Jason’s house? Jessie couldn’t have carried her and Robin was in no condition to walk.

 

Anna put down the file and walked over to the window and looked out at the city. None of this made any sense at all. She was still standing there when, minutes later, Dante entered her office. “Anna, you need to come with me.”

 

“What is it?” Anna had specifically told Dante not to interrupt her unless it had to do with Robin’s case.

 

“Jason Morgan is here and he wants to file a temporary restraining order against Patrick Drake.”

 

Anna shook her head. “Please, Patrick had done nothing to him.”

 

“It’s not for him – it’s for the kids. He’s claiming that the attack on Robin last night proves that Patrick is a danger to the children and wants to forbid him from coming within a hundred feet of them.” Dante couldn’t look at Anna; he hated being the one to deliver the news.

 

“That bastard.” Anna looked at Dante. “Where is he?”

 

“At the front desk.”

 

Anna pushed past Dante and out of her office, determined to stop this insanity before it went any further. Dante followed her to the front desk where Jason stood filling out the paperwork to keep Patrick away from Alex and Isa. “What the hell do you think you are doing?”

 

Jason kept his head down and signed the form. “Whatever I have to do to protect my children. Patrick’s past is a threat to them and I will do anything I have to keep them safe. Certainly you understand that?”

 

“Jessie is dead – any threat has been eliminated.” Anna decided to try and reason with him.

 

“And what about the dozens of other women he slept with? Any of them could come back to hurt him and my children could get caught in the crossfire.”

 

“Those women are still less dangerous than your former associates.” Anna had no problem reminding Jason of his past. “Just because you are a Quartermaine again doesn’t change the fact that you were a mob enforcer for years and any one of those people could come back for revenge and use my grandchildren to get it.”

 

Anna took a step forward and stared Jason straight in the eyes. “Let me make myself very clear – if you file for a restraining order against Patrick, than I will immediately file a restraining order on behalf of Robin, Emma and the twins against you for the very reason I just mentioned. Am I clear?”

 

Jason returned Anna’s stare and then handed the form back to the clerk. “Could you please shred that for me? I won’t need it after all.” Jason turned back to Anna. “Happy now?”

 

Anna threw him a sarcastic smile. “Ecstatic.”

 

Jason shook his head and left the station while Anna took a deep breath and allowed herself to relax for a moment. She had managed to stop Jason this time but it was going to be more and more difficult as the twins got older. Soon Jason would be taking the twins out of the house and Anna was certain he planned to use them to get to Robin. Anna knew what she needed to do. “Dante, I want the ballistics report as soon as you get it on Jessie. Then I want you to see if it matches any firearms owned at any time by Jason.”

 

“What are you thinking Anna?” Dante could see the wheels turning in his boss’s head.

 

“I’m thinking that there is a hell of a lot more to this story than Jason has told us and we need to find out what he is not telling us as soon as possible.” Anna would go to the ends of the earth to protect her daughter and grandchildren from any danger and Jason was definitely still a dangerous man.

 

“I’ll get right on it.” Dante headed back to his desk to start gathering the information Anna had requested as she headed back to her office.

 

Anna settled herself back behind her desk and thought for a moment before picking up her phone and making a call. “Robert, clear your schedule - we have some work to do.”

Edited April 17, 2015 by cmahorror

[Lillybee]

Was Jason the one who got Jessie to GH?

[cmahorror]

Lillybee - sorry I wasn't clear on that point - Jessie came to GH for Patrick. Carly noticed her interest and decided to offer her the job of breaking up Patrick and Robin.

 

Thank you - I appreciate the question and interest! It will help me with future chapters.

 

Enjoy!

 

 

Chapter 69

 

“This is so silly – you don’t have to carry me.” Robin was giggling as Patrick carried her into the house. After two days in the hospital she was ready to be at home with her family.

 

“Maybe I just want to take every opportunity I can to have you in my arms.” He kissed her before opening the door and carefully setting her down on the couch. “I’ll go get your bag.”

 

“Where are the kids?”

 

Robin barely had the words out when Emma came running into the room. “Mommy!”

 

Right behind Emma were Mac and Maxie, carrying Alex and Isa. Mac smiled down at the twins. “Look guys – Mommy’s home.”

 

Robin hugged Emma and then Mac placed Alex in her arms while Isa slept happily in Maxie’s arms. Alex opened his eyes and cooed causing Robin to smile. “Hey baby boy – I think you have grown three inches since the last time I saw you.”

 

Patrick came in with Robin’s bag and took it into their bedroom while Maxie sat down next to Robin so she could see her daughter too. “Oh Isa, so beautiful. You maybe only grew another two inches.”

 

Mac was smiling at the scene before him when he heard a knock on the door. “I’ll get it.”

 

Mac opened the door and found Jason standing there. “What the hell are you doing here?” Mac was well aware of Jason’s stunt at the police station and was not ready to see him yet.

 

Jason shook his head. “I’m here to see my children and their mother.”

 

“Now is not the best time – she just got home from the hospital and needs her rest.” Mac stood firmly in the doorway, refusing to move an inch.

 

“Mac, those are my children and I have every right to see them.”

 

“Uncle Mac – it’s okay.” Mac turned around at Robin’s words. “Jason just wants to make sure we are all okay. He won’t stay long – right Jason?”

 

Mac stepped back and allowed Jason in. “Right Robin, I just wanted to make sure that you made it home alright and to see my kids, and Emma, of course.”

 

Jason walked over to the couch and sat down next to Robin. “Can I hold one of them please?”

 

Robin handed Alex over to him and then took Isa from Maxie. Jason immediately began talking to Alex and Isa both while scooting over as close as he could to Robin.

 

“Your bag is put away and,” Patrick stopped at the sight of Jason on the couch next to his wife, “what the hell are you doing here?”

 

“I’m visiting my children Patrick.”

 

Maxie could sense a fight coming and picked up Emma. “Hey Emma, why don’t you show me the new game Uncle Mac got you – it’s in your room right?”

 

“Okay!” Emma smiled broadly at her mom. “I’m so happy you’re home Mommy. Bye Jason!”

 

“Bye Emma, I will see you later.” Jason loved Emma and was always happy to see her.

 

With Emma safely out of earshot, Patrick stalked over to Jason. “Robin just got home from the hospital. She needs to rest.”

 

“Well since you are not allowing the twins to leave the house for a little while, this is the only place I can see my children so get used to seeing me here.” Jason stood up with Alex in his arms and walked over to Mac. After giving the little boy a kiss, he handed Alex over to him and headed back over to Isa and Robin. He gave Isa a kiss and then kissed Robin on the forehead. “I will call you later to set up times for me to come over and see the kids, preferably when your husband is not around.”

 

Jason pushed a lock of Robin’s hair behind her ear and smiled at her before straightening back up and leaving the house. Mac walked over to Patrick and handed him Alex. “How long until those results come back?”

 

Patrick shook his head. Robin had told him that Mac knew about the second DNA test. “Hopefully within the next two weeks but it could be up to four.”

 

Patrick sat down next to Robin and put his arm around her while still holding Alex. Emma came running back downstairs and joined them on the couch. Mac took in the sight and knew that this was the way it was supposed to be, this was their family – not Jason’s. “Let me know when they come in and we will go from there.”

 

Mac knelt down in front of Robin and Emma. “Supper is in the oven and there is about a week’s worth of casseroles and lasagna in the freezer. Maxie and I made up several bottles as well so all you guys need to do is enjoy time with the kids and rest. I love you.”

 

Robin smiled at her uncle. “What would I do without you Uncle Mac?”

 

“You’re never going to have to find out.” He kissed Robin on the cheek, gave each of the twins a kiss and then gave Emma a big hug and a kiss. “Call me if you need anything.”

 

Maxie doled out kisses and hugs as well and then they left. Emma quickly grew bored of watching the babies sleep and went upstairs to play, leaving Robin and Patrick alone with the twins for the first time since she left the hospital. Robin leaned into Patrick and the two of them just sat there with the twins, enjoying the quiet. “I love you Robin. Even if the second test doesn’t come out like I want, it will never change the fact that this is our family and I love it and you.”

 

Robin smiled at him. “I’m not going anywhere ever again. You are my husband and this is our family and we will make it work – even if you are not the babies father. But I don’t think that will be an issue. Did you notice – I think Alex has your dimple.”

 

Patrick looked down at the boy and saw it – the famous Drake dimple. Or did they just want to see it? He believed Carly when she said she didn’t switch the results but he was still almost 100% certain that the twins were his. “Let’s just wait until we get the test results and we will go from there. Right now you need to rest so I will get off the couch and lay the twins down. Meanwhile, you will lay your pretty little head down and sleep.”

 

Patrick stood up and quickly got the twins laid down and covered Robin with a blanket. “Get some sleep. The more you rest, the faster your recovery and the faster we can get back into a normal, simple life with all the uh,” Patrick thought for a moment about the word he wanted to use, “benefits I can give you.”

 

“I do love your uh, benefits so I will do as my doctor orders.” Robin laid down and closed her eyes.

 

Patrick watched until she fell asleep and then gave her one last kiss on her forehead. Less than a month he told himself, less than a month and Jason will finally be out of our lives for good.

Edited April 18, 2015 by cmahorror

[cmahorror]

Chapter 70

 

Jason walked into his backyard and looked at the bloodstained ground. Taking a deep breath, he walked over to the porch and picked up the stepping stone that hid the gun he had used to kill Jessie.

 

 

Flashback

 

Jason stood behind Patrick’s house, watching and waiting for Mac to leave so he could get Robin alone for a few minutes. He needed to be alone with her and the babies so he could show her that this was her family and he was her soulmate, not Patrick. He saw Mac leave and waited a couple of minutes before he began heading towards the house.

 

That’s when he saw the back door open and Jessie push Robin through it. Robin collapsed on the ground and he saw Jessie grab Robin’s arm in an attempt to drag her away. “Robin.”

 

Jessie dropped Robin’s arm and pointed the gun at Jason. “Perfect timing Jason. Pick her up.”

 

Jason walked over and bent over Robin, checking on her. Robin was passed out and he felt the blood coming through her shirt. She had a blanket on her belly and he bunched it up and placed it over the area where the blood was seeping through. He picked her up and held her close, hoping to staunch the flow.

 

Jessie waved the gun at him. “Let’s go. Your place isn’t far from here and we need a place to stay. Make a move or a sound I don’t like and I will shoot her – got it?”

 

Jason nodded his head and led Jessie to his place, thinking about the best way to take care of the situation. They reached his backyard and Jason set Robin down on the ground. “Why are you doing this?”

 

“Does it matter?” Jessie smirked at him. “You will help me or you will lose everything – do you understand me?”

 

Jason shook his head. “What are you talking about?”

 

“Let me explain – I hold your entire future in my hands. Either you help me or I tell everyone the truth.” Jessie waited for Jason to catch on.

 

It wasn’t working, Jason was honestly confused. “What truth?”

 

Jessie shook her head. “About the babies." Jessie smiled at him. "You see, working in a hospital gives you access to all kinds of records, including paternity tests.”

 

Realization flowed over Jason. “You’re saying that…”

 

“Yes, I changed the paternity test. You didn’t really think you were the twins father did you?” Jessie glared at him. “You should be thanking me. You should be on your knees in front of me filled with gratitude for what I have done.”

 

“If you turn me in, I will tell everyone the truth – that Patrick is the twins father.” Jessie walked over to Robin, still unconscious on the ground. “You don’t need her, I'm sure you can find someone to help you raise the kids. She’ll be dead and Patrick will lose his children. I can’t think of a more fitting punishment.”

 

Jessie raised the gun and Jason reacted on instinct, tackling the woman and quickly taking the gun from her. Jessie looked up at him and shook her head. “Well Mr. Quartermaine, I hope she is worth losing your children over.”

 

A switch flipped in Jason and he stared at her coldly, pointing the gun at the woman. “I’m not losing anything.”

 

Jason pulled the trigger.

 

End Flashback

 

 

Jason stared at the gun and put on a pair of gloves before picking it up and wiping it off on his shirt to remove all prints. He then placed the gun in a black plastic bag and carried it to his car. He looked around to make sure no one was watching him and then took off, heading to the bridge.

 

Jason stood on the bridge, their bridge, and held the bag for only a moment before tossing it into the water. He had done what was necessary to protect his family – Robin and the twins. They were all that mattered now.

[cmahorror]

Chapter 71

 

Dante knocked on Anna’s office door and walked in holding the file on Jessie Bale’s murder. “You wanted an update?”

 

Anna took off her glasses and smiled at him. “Yes, please sit down.” She walked around to the front of her desk and leaned against it. “Any news from ballistics?”

 

“Yes, the gun used was a .45. It was one shot to the forehead. She died instantly.” Dante was reading straight from the file, not looking at Anna once.

 

Anna noticed. “Dante, is something wrong?”

 

“Jessie had a .45 registered in her name and we did not find it in her apartment or car.”

 

“Okay, but that does not mean that it won’t show up. Did Jason ever own a .45?” Anna was still hoping to tie Jason to the murder.

 

“Yes he did but he says that he hasn’t even touched a gun since that day with you and Robert. He has no idea what happened to the guns he had when he was Jason Morgan and even let me search his house. We didn’t find anything. We have nothing to tie him to Jessie’s murder.” Dante was disappointed that he couldn’t bring Anna better news.

 

“Damn it.” Anna stood up and began pacing the room. “There has got to be something to tie Jason to Jessie’s death.”

 

“Is the doctor certain that Robin was unconscious when the shooting happened?”

 

“Not 100% but with her blood loss…anyway, the doctor said it would be extremely unlikely that Robin would have been able to walk to Jason’s house, let alone fight Jessie.” Anna rubbed her eyes. “At least I was able to assure Robin that she didn’t kill that woman.”

 

Dante had reviewed the file and he agreed with Anna, Robin had nothing to do with Jessie’s death. Jason had murdered Jessie and it wasn’t in a struggle – no, Jason had pulled the trigger with every intention of ending Jessie’s life. “That will have to be enough for now. I’ll keep working all the angles; he must have slipped up somewhere.”

 

Anna nodded and watched as Dante walked out of the office and she went back to her desk to review the reports. Anna wasn’t sure of many things but there was one thing she was certain of - Jason Morgan had returned to Port Charles and now he had one goal – getting Robin and his kids back.

 

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Robin was sitting in her living room, enjoying some peace and quiet when her phone rang. She looked at the caller ID and sighed. “Hello?”

 

“Hey Robin, I was wondering if I could come by tomorrow and see the kids?” Jason was playing it safe, for now at least, regarding visitation.

 

“Of course Jason, I would never keep your kids from you. What time would you like to come over?” Robin was trying to be fair because, as far she knew, these were his children.

 

“One.” It was a statement, not a question.

 

“Sounds good. I’ll see you tomorrow.” Robin hung up the phone and smiled at her sleeping children.

 

More and more Robin was seeing that the old Jason, Jason Morgan, was back. He was more demanding, forceful and cold. Monica had stopped by to see the kids and had admitted that Jason had stopped seeing Kevin – he had decided there was no point. He was still running his security business but had decided against folding it into ELQ. Monica hadn’t even seen him since the twins were born two weeks ago.

 

Jason had been by to see the children every day since she got home from the hospital. He would come in and stay for a few hours, changing diapers and feeding the kids, and then leave with barely a word. The long conversations they used to have had been replaced with silence and short, one word answers.

 

Robin realized that, sadly, the man she had fallen in love with in Paris was gone. She couldn’t save him, not now, and she needed to focus on what was important – her children. Soon, she hoped, they would have the proof they needed to get Jason out of their lives for good.

 

Until then, she would have to continue letting Jason see the children. Soon the doctor would give them the okay to take the children out of the house and Jason had already said he wanted to take them to the park to celebrate when that day came. Robin would go with them, of course, but that didn’t make her any less nervous about it.

 

“Just a few weeks more,” Robin put the phone down and looked at her youngest two children, “just a few weeks more.”

[cmahorror]

Chapter 72

 

Robin sat on her back porch enjoying the sunshine. Maxie was sitting inside with the sleeping babies so Robin could get, as Maxie put it, a little color back. Her eyes were closed but they snapped open when she heard someone walk up to her. “You know, it’s not nice to sneak up on a woman in recovery.”

 

Mac laughed and sat down next to her. “Patrick said you were doing much better. They removed the stitches the other day, right?”

 

Robin nodded her head. It had been three weeks since the twins were born and she was starting to feel human again, finally. “Yes and I am moving better than I have in months.”

 

They sat there in silence for a few minutes until Robin took Mac’s hand in hers and squeezed it. “Thank you again Uncle Mac, we really do appreciate it.”

 

“Appreciate what?”

 

Robin laughed. “Very funny. Patrick called the lab and got everything set up. The results will be sent to your house now.”

 

Patrick and Robin had decided that it would be best to have the paternity test results sent to a neutral location, not their house or the hospital. Mac had agreed without hesitation to let them send the results to his house. Not only that - he had insisted that he pay for the results to be sent overnight and require a signature so that there was no way that Jason could steal them. “Not a problem – I would do anything for you and I hope you know that by now. Did the lab give you any idea how much longer until the results are ready?”

 

Robin smiled at him. “They said by the end of next week.”

 

Mac wrapped his arms around Robin and gave her a big hug. “Alright - so how about I plan a barbecue for a week from Sunday at my house to celebrate.”

 

Robin gave her uncle a confused look. “To celebrate what?”

 

“Finally getting Jason out of your life - by then we should know that for certain that the twins are Patrick’s and you can finally find some peace and happiness.” Mac truly believed that Patrick was Isa and Alex’s father and couldn’t wait to prove it.

 

Robin shook her head. “You’re that certain about the results?”

 

“Aren’t you?”

 

Robin nodded at him. “I guess I am. Every day I see more and more Patrick in them, especially Alex.”

 

“Well then why shouldn’t we plan a celebration?” Mac looked at his niece. “Robin, I truly believe we are going to get some great news in the next week.”

 

“I hope you’re right Uncle Mac,” Robin hugged him, “I really do.”

 

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Jason walked away from the side of the house, grateful that Robin and Mac hadn’t seen him. Moving quickly, he went back to his house to think about his next move. He sat down on the couch and just thought.

 

Another paternity test – he should have known that Patrick wouldn’t accept the first results. As much as he hated to admit it, he would have done the same thing if he were in Patrick’s shoes. The difference was that Jason knew that Patrick had every reason to doubt the results – after all, Patrick was the twins biological father, not him.

 

Jason stood up and walked into the nursery he had set up and sat down in the rocking chair, staring at the pictures on the wall – him and Robin on their wedding day, Emma and them at the concert, even one of him and Robin with the twins at the hospital. This was his whole life, they were his whole world, what he had held on to once his memories returned. He was going to lose everything soon if he didn’t act.

 

Jason started considering all his options. He had a week to get his family back. Patrick was an obstacle but not a big one so Jason wasn’t worried about him. Mac on the other hand, Mac was a different story. Robin adored her uncle so eliminating him was not an option but Jason needed to stop him from getting those results and giving them to Robin and Patrick. He just needed to figure out how would he do that.

 

Jason thought about it and then pulled out his phone and made a call he never thought he would make again. “Max, it’s Jason. I need your help with something.”

[cmahorror]

Chapter 73

 

Robin and Patrick sat in their pediatrician’s office with the twins, waiting for their check up. Alex and Isa were now 4 weeks old and getting bigger every day. Patrick was burping Alex while Robin cradled Isa in her arms. “Ok baby boy, you really need to burp.”

 

Alex must have heard him because they heard a loud belch come from the boy almost as soon as the words came out of Patrick’s mouth. Robin giggled. “Nice,” she said as she rocked her little girl, “you are such a boy.”

 

Patrick rubbed his back. “Damn straight.” Patrick looked around the office and then back at Robin. “I hate to ask, but where is Jason?”

 

Robin shook her head at her husband. Patrick knew that Jason was still making his daily visits but that the stays had been shorter each day. Robin wasn’t sure what Jason was doing but if he continued to distance himself from her and the kids then maybe it won’t be so bad when they proved that Patrick is the twins father. “He said he would meet me at the house after the kids appointment. He had a meeting with a client he couldn’t get out of.”

 

Patrick smiled down at Alex and Isa. “Oh, it’s too bad that the mob hit man couldn’t make it – isn’t it kids?” Patrick’s statement dripped with sarcasm and Robin glared at him.

 

“To be fair, he is a former mob hit man.” Patrick gave her his custom smirk. “But I have to admit I am happy that he isn’t here. Maybe he will drop this whole going to the park with the twins thing today.”

 

Jason had made it clear that he had every intention of meeting Robin in a couple of hours and spending a nice afternoon with her and the twins. Robin had agreed but only because she was trying to keep Jason from finding out about the paternity test – she had decided use the keep your enemies closer strategy in dealing with him.

 

“Alex and Isa Quartermaine?” Robin cringed but Jason had insisted that his name be on the twins birth certificates after they got the results of the paternity test. Patrick had hated it but they would change it to Scorpio-Drake after the second test came in. “Dr. Rosa will see you now.”

 

Patrick and Robin stood up and took the twins in for their check up.

 

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“I can’t believe how big they are getting.” Jason had picked up Isa as soon as he entered Robin’s house and held her close while Robin got Alex into his car seat. “It’s not just me, right? They are getting bigger?”

 

Robin shook her head at him. “Yes, kids tend to do that. Alex here,“ Robin tickled his belly, “is close to 7 pounds and Miss Isa is right at 6 pounds 8 ounces. Dr. Rosa said they are both doing great.” The twins check-up had gone perfectly - much to Robin and Patrick’s delight.

 

Jason carefully set Isa down in her car seat and began buckling her in. “What do you say baby girl – are you ready for your first picnic?” Isa gurgled and Jason gently rubbed her belly. “It’s okay, Daddy will make sure you have fun.”

 

Robin rolled her eyes but kept quiet. As far as Jason knew, he was Isa’s father and she needed to play along for now. “Let’s get the kids in the car.”

 

Jason picked up both car seats with ease and carried the twins outside as Robin grabbed the diaper bag, slipping her cell phone into the side pocket. Mac was supposed to let her know the moment the test results arrived and she wanted to make sure that he could reach her no matter where she was. She followed him out the door and to an SUV. “This is new – when did you get this?”

 

“Just the other day - I decided I needed something a little safer for the kids. Only the best for these two.” Jason expertly secured both children in the back seat and took the diaper bag from Robin. “Let me take this for you.”

 

Jason walked around the driver’s side of the vehicle and put the bag on the floorboard as Robin got in the passenger side front seat and buckled up. Jason got in the driver’s seat and smiled at her. “Let’s go.”

 

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Patrick was at the nurse’s desk going over a chart with Epiphany. “Alright, everything looks good for Mrs. Saul’s release. Schedule a follow-up appointment for her in two weeks.”

 

“Certainly Dr. Drake.” Epiphany watched him carefully – something was wrong. “You want to tell me what’s bothering you or should I guess?”

 

Patrick sighed. He never could fool Epiphany. “Jason is taking Robin and the twins to the park today and I just have a bad feeling about it.”

 

“Well, you are looking a little under the weather.” Patrick raised his eyebrows at the head nurse. “It seems to me that you might need to leave early today and," Epiphany looked at the computer, “your only afternoon appointment has been cancelled. Maybe you need a little fresh air?”

 

Patrick smiled at the nurse and handed her the chart. “That sounds like a great idea – I will see you in the morning.”

 

Patrick was walking away from the nurse’s desk when Robert came running up to him. “How is he?”

 

Patrick looked at Epiphany and the back at Robert. “How is who? Robert, what is going on?”

 

Robert looked at Patrick. “They didn’t tell you?” Patrick shook his head. “I don’t know the details but Felicia called me because Mac was on his way in.” Robert paused. “Patrick, Mac’s been shot.”

Edited April 21, 2015 by cmahorror

[cmahorror]

Chapter 74

 

Jason laughed as Robin yawned just minutes into their drive. “Why don’t you take a little nap? I found the perfect spot for our outing but it is about 30 minutes from here and the kids are already sleeping.”

 

Robin looked at him. “30 minutes?”

 

“Trust me, it’s perfect.” He smiled at her. “Take advantage of the trip. I’ll wake you when we get there.”

 

Robin hated to admit but she was tired and the drive was certainly not helping her stay awake. “Ok, but if the kids need me…”

 

“Then I will pull over and wake you up. Get some rest, I’ve got this.” Jason smiled at her and Robin saw a flash of the man she fell in love with in Paris. She nodded her head and closed her eyes, letting her exhaustion take over as she drifted off to sleep.

 

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“Epiphany?” Patrick looked at the head nurse who had gotten on the phone when she heard what Robert had said about Mac.

 

“He was just brought into the ER, Trauma Room 2, gunshot wound to the lower left leg.” Epiphany rattled off the information as she received it over the phone. “His wife is waiting down there for you.”

 

Patrick grabbed Robert and they took the stairs down to the ER in record time. “Felicia – how is he?”

 

Felicia hugged Robert and looked at Patrick. “He seems to be doing alright. I don’t understand, he had just signed for some envelope and the next thing I knew I heard a gunshot and he was on the ground.”

 

Patrick looked at Robert. “Why don’t you call Robin and I will go check in on Mac?” Patrick headed to the trauma room as Robert made the call.

 

Patrick walked in to see Mac lying on the bed smiling at him. “This is ridiculous, it’s just a through and through. Some stitches and a pair of crutches and I will be fine.”

 

“Thank God – you scared us to death.” Patrick walked over to the man, smiling. “What happened? Felicia said you were signing for an envelope?”

 

“That’s right – I made her bring it with us.” Mac leaned up and saw Felicia standing at the door. “Felicia, come on in.”

 

Felicia came running in and hugged her husband. “Don’t do that to me again.”

 

Mac hugged her back. “Hey - I didn’t shoot me.” Mac took her hand and pulled her down on the bed next to him. “Did you bring the envelope with you?”

 

Felicia nodded and handed the envelope to Mac who then turned it over to Patrick. “Here you go – do you want to wait for Robin to open it?”

 

Patrick nodded. “I think I should – after all it affects both of us.”

 

“That may be a problem.” Robert came into the room shaking his head. “Did Robin tell you where she was going today?”

 

“Jason was taking them to the park – why?” Patrick didn’t like the look on Robert’s face.

 

“Because Robin isn’t answering her phone.” Robert saw the look Patrick and Mac exchanged and then noticed the envelope in Patrick’s hands. He suspected what was in it but he still asked. “Is there some reason that Jason may want to stop Robin from talking to you – maybe whatever is in that envelope?”

 

“Robin and I had another paternity test ran at an out of state lab but Mac was the only one who knew about it.” Patrick’s grip tightened on the envelope. “We had the results sent to his house so that Jason couldn’t intercept them.”

 

“That doesn’t mean that Jason didn’t find out about it somehow.” Robert began pacing around the room. “I’m going to call Anna and get an APB out on Robin and the twins. You might want to open that damn envelope - it will be a hell of lot easier to go after Jason if the twins aren’t his.”

 

Patrick hated doing this without Robin but Robert was right, for Robin and the kids sakes they needed to know the truth now. Patrick opened the envelope and read the results. Tears filled his eyes as he smiled. “They’re mine - the twins are mine.”

 

He handed the results to Robert and sat down, overwhelmed with emotions. Patrick was thrilled to have confirmation of what he had always known but scared to death that he would never get the chance to tell Robin or hold his children again. Felicia got off the bed and sat down next to him, offering what little comfort she could to him.

 

Robert read the results for himself and got on the phone. He had sent Anna over to Robin and Patrick's house when he hadn’t been able to get in touch with Robin and he wanted to let her know the latest news. “Anna, are you there yet?”

 

Patrick listened, praying that Robin was still at the house and just hadn’t heard her phone. “Damn it – are you sure it’s her phone?” Robert looked at Patrick and shook his head. “Well, Patrick and Robin had another paternity test run and it shows that Patrick is the twins father.”

 

“I know and we can debate their not telling us later. Right now I suggest an Amber Alert issued for Alex and Isa on Patrick’s behalf. Keep me posted.” Robert hung up the phone and looked at Patrick.

 

“Just tell me Robert.” Patrick knew it wasn’t good news.

 

Robert sighed. “They found Robin’s phone in the driveway and it was crushed – it looked like it had been run over. Do you have a recent picture of the twins?”

 

Patrick pulled his phone out of his pocket. “We took some today at the doctor’s office. I can send them to Anna.”

 

“Do it.” Robert walked over to his brother’s bedside. “Mac, get yourself fixed up so we can get you out of here. I’m going to go over to the Quartermaines and see if they have any idea where Jason could be.”

 

Robert went over to Patrick and looked his son-in-law straight in the eyes. “Trust me Patrick – we brought her home to you before and we will bring Robin and your children home to you again.”

 

Robert placed his hand on Patrick’s shoulder and gave it a reassuring squeeze before leaving the room to go and find his daughter and grandchildren.

[Oracle42]

haha no! I want people to link to actual fanfic too (like this one :) https://www.fanfiction.net/s/9947342/1/Love-Hate-and-Babies) and recs. And any good fanart too.

 

I just finished this and I LOVED it. I want to shoot this story in the head while it gives birth and then hang the newborn in a tree to keep it safe.

 

I loved everything about it. Loved Skye and Carly coming to a friendly detente, Lila Rae & Joss as friends, I loved AJ's relationship with each of the kids and I adored Carly/AJ falling in love. Also? loved Lucas and Nathan. I think Nathan's scene with Lucas last week was the only time I've seen him have an easy chem with a scene partner. 

 

My story (thank you again, ulkis) could have veered that way if Ron had an iota of creativity and not gone nasty on SK.

 

I am still disappointed that RC didn't see the potential in AJ/Carly and decided to go with his crap version of Blair/Todd instead 

[cmahorror]

Chapter 75

 

Jason pulled up to the house and smiled at the still sleeping Robin – he was right, she was exhausted. Moving quickly and quietly, he got her into the house and laid her down on the bed and then went back and brought the twins in, setting their car seats on the floor. They were still sleeping so he took the baby monitor with him while he finished up what he needed to do outside.

 

The first thing he did was move the SUV so Robin couldn’t find it. He didn’t take it far, only about a half a mile down the road, and hid it in the brush. He grabbed the diaper bag and headed back to the house, grateful that Robin hadn’t noticed him pulling her phone out of the bag and dropping it on the ground. They needed time alone without any phones or computers, nothing to distract Robin from him and the twins. Plus he needed to make sure Robin didn't hear the news about Mac.

 

He actually felt bad about having Mac shot but Max had assured him that it would only be a flesh wound – just enough to cause the distraction Jason needed to keep Patrick at the hospital and give him time to get Robin away from Port Charles. While everyone else rushed to Mac’s side, Jason and Robin were on their way to their new home.

 

Jason was relieved that he had put the plan in motion when he did. Max said that Mac had just signed for a delivery right before he shot him so that meant that, in all likelihood, they all knew the truth about the twins. Jason didn’t care – Robin still believed that the twins were theirs and, as far as Jason was concerned, they were. This was his family and it was time to get it back.

 

Jason walked into the house and moved the twins from their car seats to the bassinets he had set up in the living room. Alex woke up and Jason fed and changed him before doing the same for Isa. Robin was still sleeping and he wanted her to rest – she deserved it. Within an hour both of the twins were back asleep and Jason headed into the kitchen to make supper.

 

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Robin rubbed her eyes and yawned, slowly waking up. She stretched out and looked around the room before closing her eyes again. Robin eyes flew open again and she jumped out of the bed and looked around. Where the hell was she?

 

“Think Robin.” She had been in the car with Jason and had fallen asleep. They were headed to the park but this was clearly not the park, this was a house but where were the twins? Robin noticed that the door to the room was open so she walked over and looked out it.

 

Yes, she was in a house, one she didn't recognize. She looked up and down the hallway before choosing to go left. She found herself in a living room and ran over to the two bassinets in the center of the room next to the couch. There she found Alex and Isa sleeping soundly. “Thank God.”

 

Robin walked around the room and looked out the windows. She took in her surroundings, trying to get her bearings. It was a nice house - completely surrounded by trees. Wherever they were, it was miles from Port Charles. She heard a noise behind her and turned around.

 

“Did you have a good nap?” Jason came into the room smiling at her. “You were so tired, you didn’t even notice when I took you out of the car and put you to bed. You definitely need to get more rest while we are here. Don't worry about the twins - I am on full Daddy duty.”

 

“Jason, what have you done?” Tears filled her eyes. She couldn't believe it - Jason had kidnapped her and the twins.

 

“I told you that if the twins were mine, all bets were off.” Jason walked over and gently rubbed her cheek. “We are a family and we needed some time away to bond and plan our lives together so I arranged it.”

 

Robin started to pull away but Jason wrapped her arms around her and held her close. “This is our chance to rebuild our family – you, me, Isa and Alex.”

 

Robin shook her head. “No Jason – my family is with Patrick. You can spend all the time you want with the twins but I am married to Patrick.”

 

Jason didn’t seem worried at all. “We’ll take care of that later - right now I want to eat. I have made you dinner, spaghetti, and we are going to enjoy a nice evening together. Alex and Isa had their bottles about a half hour ago so we can enjoy a nice quiet meal. I think it’s important that we celebrate our first night in our new home.”

 

Jason let her go and headed back into the kitchen. “Why don’t you go freshen up while I set the table? I put your pills in the bathroom. I left them in the bottles so you can sort them however you need to.”

 

Robin watched him, unsure of what to do. Jason was acting like this was a normal family night. “Jason, what about my family – they are going to be looking for us.”

 

Jason looked back at her shrugged his shoulders. “Let them look – we are someplace they can’t find us. We need to go back to the way things were in Paris, no family, no Patrick – just us and the kids. You need some time to gain some perspective without everyone hounding you to be with Patrick just because of our pasts.”

 

“Jason, that’s not what happened…”

 

“It’s okay Robin – you don’t have to protect them anymore. We are finally where we belong – together as a family. I’ll see you in a few minutes.” He was almost in the kitchen when he stopped and told her one last thing. “Robin, this is only going to work if you try. I will tell you that we are miles from Port Charles. There is no phone and no computer. The car is hidden and only I know where it is. I know you aren’t foolish enough to think about taking two babies into the woods by yourself so just sit back and let yourself settle into our new life. You may be surprised at how much you love it.”

 

Jason left the room. Robin looked out the window again and realized that Jason was telling the truth – there was no way out of the woods without a vehicle and there was no vehicle in sight. If it were just one of the babies she might be able to do it but with two, there was just no way. Robin walked back over to the bassinets and watched her children sleeping for a few minutes. “It’s okay guys – Daddy will find us, I know he will.”

[cmahorror]

Chapter 76

 

Robert pounded on the front door. It took only a moment for Alice to open the door, glaring at Robert. “What is it Mr. Scorpio?”

 

“I need to speak to Monica – now!” Robert had checked at the hospital for her and been told that she had gone home for the day.

 

Monica and Michael heard the commotion and went into the front hall to see what was going on. “Alice what is…Robert?”

 

Robert didn’t waste any time. “Where is he? Where did he take them?”

 

Michael got in between Robert and his Grandmother. “Mr. Scorpio, what are you talking about?”

 

“Jason took Robin and the kids.”

 

Monica stepped past Michael, giving him a reassuring pat and looked at Robert. “What do you mean – like on vacation? No offense Robert but they are his children.”

 

“No they’re not.” Robert handed Monica the paternity test. “Someone at GH switched the test. Patrick and Robin had their suspicions so they had another test run at an out of state lab.”

 

Monica read the results and then handed the piece of paper to Michael. Monica shook her head and gestured for Robert to join them in the living room. “I suspected this but I had prayed I was wrong.”

 

“Where is he?” Robert really didn’t care right now about Monica’s suspicions; he just wanted to find his daughter and grandchildren.

 

“I don’t know. Jason has been distancing himself from us again.” Monica sat down. “I encouraged him to let Robin go, to accept the fact that she is meant to be with Patrick. Jason said I was betraying him and my grandchildren and if I ever hoped to see them again I need to reconsider my position.”

 

“When was that?”

 

“Right after the twins were born. I haven’t spoken to him since then. Robin sends me pictures of Isa and Alex.” Monica pulled out her phone and looked at the picture Robin had sent her earlier today. “You know what I thought when I got this today?”

 

Robert shook his head. Disappointment filled him - he was certain that Monica didn’t know where Jason had taken Robin and the kids.

 

“That, except for his eyes, Alex looks just like Patrick – right down to the dimples.” Robert smiled at her. “And that I needed to see if there was anyone in the lab that shouldn’t have been the night of the test.”

 

“Well, Carly already confirmed that she snuck in to the lab that night but she swears she didn’t change the test - that by the time she got there it already said Jason was the father.”

 

Monica thought about what Robert had just said. “Do you believe her?”

 

“Yes I do – I think it was that nurse who did it. Maybe Jason found out and panicked or…” Robert said 'or' but he didn’t really mean it. He was convinced that the reason Jason had killed Jessie was to stop her from revealing the truth about the twins.

 

Monica took one last look at the picture and put her phone away. She stood up and looked at Robert. “Then let’s go to the hospital and get proof.”

 

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“Eat up Robin - you need food in your stomach for your evening pills.” Jason was worried about her, she had barely eaten tonight. “Is my cooking really that bad?”

 

Robin stared at him in disbelief. “Jason, I know you are having a hard time understanding this but being kidnapped tends to kill my appetite," she rolled her eyes and sat back in the chair, her arms crossed, "no matter how many times it happens.”

 

Jason shook his head at her. “Robin, this isn’t kidnapping, this is a family vacation.”

 

“You hid my phone and the car. I have no idea where we are, I didn’t come with you willingly and you’re calling this a vacation?”

 

“Remember when I surprised you with that weekend away in Normandy? You had no idea where we were going and just trusted me that what I was doing was in our best interest. That’s all I am asking for now, just trust me. And eat.” Jason smiled at her. “I’m going to go check on the kids.”

 

He stood up, walked to her side of the table and gave her a quick kiss before heading to the living room to check on the kids. Robin watched him leave and then took a deep breath, trying to wrap her head around the whole situation. Jason truly thought that he was doing her a favor by taking her away from Patrick. He wasn’t going to let her or the kids go any time soon, at least not willingly.

 

Robin thought about the last time she had been trapped in the woods with an infant by a delusional man. Tony Jones had been convinced that Michael was his second chance, his to take care of even though the paternity tests showed AJ was Michael's father. Robin had figured out where Tony was holed up and tried to reason with him but Tony was beyond reason. He kept Robin at the cabin and she developed pneumonia. If Jason hadn’t found her and Michael when he did, she would have died.

 

Funny how life works she thought. Now Jason was beyond reason, although much calmer than Tony had been. Tony just wanted Michael but Jason wanted all three of them. All those years ago Jason stopped at nothing to find her and Michael and rescue them from Tony. Now the situation was the same but different – Jason had them and Patrick would stop at nothing to find her and the twins and rescue them.

 

Jason was right about one thing – she did need to eat for her protocol. She took a few more bites and then took her pills. Robin stood up and sighed. She would figure a way out of this but the important thing was to protect her children. Robin looked at the table, cleaned up the dishes and then went into the living room to check on her babies.

[cmahorror]

Chapter 77

 

“I honestly don’t know how much more of this I can take Anna.” Patrick paced the floor of their living room while Anna sat watching him. She couldn’t blame him – the two of them had been through so much and to have their happiness pulled away once again wasn’t fair. At least Emma was safe – she, Mac and Felicia were on their way to visit Grandpa Noah at a cabin in the woods that was actually a WSB safe house. Everyone had been worried that Jason would attempt to kidnap Emma to complete his ‘family’.

 

“We’ll find them Patrick, I promise. This isn’t like before – we know who has her and it is only a matter of time until we are able track Jason down.” Anna stood up and stopped him. “You may not want to hear it but Jason does love her and the twins – he wouldn’t do anything to hurt them.”

 

“Maybe not intentionally but what if one of them gets sick? Does she have her meds? Do the twins have theirs – they still have 2 weeks left on their protocol.” Patrick was listing out some of his fears. “She is only 4 weeks post-op and just got her stitches out – does he have any idea how susceptible she is to infection right now?”

 

It was times like this that Patrick hated being a doctor. He and Robin were so used to her HIV that dealing with it was just another part of their daily lives. Her pills, their blood tests, all the precautions they took being together didn’t matter because it kept her healthy and safe. But now he had no idea if she was able to take care of herself as needed and it was driving him crazy. He remembered the story she had told him about Tony Jones and her catching pneumonia while he held her hostage. Tony was a doctor and she had still almost died with him – what the hell would Jason be able to do for her?

 

Anna hugged him. “Jason was there when Robin first went on the cocktail and has ways of getting her medications – we already have someone looking into that. My guess is that, wherever he took them, he had all of their medicines waiting there for their arrival.”

 

Patrick shook his head and walked over to the mantle. Robin had put up a picture from the second wedding next to one from their first. He gently stroked the frame, unable to believe that she had been taken away from him once again. “What is he going to do to her Anna? What if he tries to…”

 

Patrick couldn’t complete his question and Anna didn’t need him to – she had the same fears. “I trained my daughter to take care of herself – she will do everything she can to protect herself and your children. Trust in that and her.”

 

Patrick sighed and walked over to the empty bassinets in the living room. He stared at them for a minute and then walked outside needing a moment to himself.

 

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“Good job Alex, way to take your medicine.” Robin laid the boy in his bassinet and watched his eyes slowly shut. “Maybe you can give Mommy a few hours of sleep now.”

 

Robin hadn’t been surprised when Jason revealed that he not only had the twins PEP protocol, he had their schedule down. Of course he did – despite his actions, Jason loved the kids and wanted to protect them. Isa and Alex had both taken their medicine without incident and Jason had helped with their feedings and getting them ready for bed.

 

Robin placed the bassinets into the bedroom next to where she was sleeping, just like at home with Patrick. Tonight would be the first night in weeks that he hadn’t slept by her side and the first night in weeks where she wouldn’t have him helping her with the three a.m. feedings. Patrick was so good about getting up and trying to let her sleep, even if he was rarely successful. Despite his best efforts, the twins were on the exact same schedule and it usually did take both her and Patrick to get the kids fed, changed and back to bed.

 

Robin smiled at her memory of Patrick and then laid down in bed, covering herself up as she closed her eyes. She was just about asleep when she felt the bed dip behind her. Moments later, a pair of arms wrap around her, holding her tight. “No…”

 

Jason tightened his hold. “It’s okay, go back to sleep.” Pulling Robin closer, he placeded his forehead against the back of her head.

 

Robin twisted, trying to pull herself from his grasp but Jason held her still. “Robin, you are going to hurt yourself if you keep doing that. Besides, you are only four weeks from your c-section – you’re not ready for that yet.” Robin was shocked to realize that Jason thought she wanted to make love. “It’s only a few more weeks. A few more weeks and we can be together again, just like before.” He kissed her head. “Now get some sleep, the kids will need us in a few hours.”

 

Robin relaxed a tiny bit. Jason had no intentions of trying to do anything with her for at least a few more weeks and that gave her time to come up with a plan. She knew that her parents, Mac and Patrick were looking for her but Robin had no intentions of just sitting around, waiting to be rescued.

 

Robin closed her eyes, visions of Patrick quickly filling her head. Tomorrow she would start doing what she did best – research. She would talk short walks, look around the house, question Jason in the most innocuous ways and gather information until she could figure out where they were and where the car and keys were so she could get her children and get the hell away from here.

[cmahorror]

Chapter 78

 

Dante stared at Diane. “You cannot be serious – you want me to call off the search for a woman and her two infant children?”

 

Diane stood by Dante’s desk and stared him down. She was about to answer him when she heard Patrick’s voice behind her. “The hell they will. My wife and children are missing and I will do everything I can to find them.”

 

Patrick had been asked to come in and provide a statement regarding the last time he saw Robin and the children. Anna had come down with him and was equally livid. “What do you think you are doing Diane?”

 

Diane took a breath and then explained her case. “Dr. Drake had no right to request the Amber Alert on behalf of the children.”

 

“My children are missing, that is all the reason I need.” Patrick did not understand what Diane was talking about.

 

“Legally speaking, both birth certificates list Jason Quartermaine as the father of Alexander and Isabella – not you.” Patrick started to interrupt but Diane stopped him. “I understand that another paternity test was run on your behalf that states that the children are yours." Patrick nodded. "All that means is that we need a court ordered third test run using an impartial lab to make a definitive decision as to just who the biological father is. Until that is done, the birth certificates on file still list Mr. Quartermaine as their father which means that all accusations of kidnapping against my client are false.”

 

Anna shook his head at the woman. “And what about Robin?”

 

“By yours and Dr. Drake’s own admission, Dr. Scorpio-Drake left with Jason Quartermaine willingly yesterday, no coercion, no kidnapping. I do feel bad that she hasn’t contacted you but maybe she just needed some time alone with the father of her children.” Diane didn’t believe a word of what she was saying but that it wasn’t her job to. Her job was to get the police to back off on the search on behalf of her client. “Until we hear otherwise, we cannot assume that she is the victim of a crime.”

 

“Do you know where Jason and Robin are so we can confirm the information you just gave us?” Dante looked at Anna, shaking his head. Unfortunately, Diane was right – legally they could not do anything until they proved that a crime had been committed.

 

“The request for my assistance was made through an e-mail I received a few hours ago. Since I am on retainer for the gentleman in question, I immediately reviewed all the information and headed down here to clear up the issue. As for my client’s current whereabouts – I have no idea where he is at.”

 

Diane turned to Patrick. “I do hope you hear from Robin soon. If you would like to file a motion for another paternity test, I would suggest you retain an attorney so that you have everything done legally. Until that time, the birth certificates list Jason Quartermaine as the biological and legal father of the twins and he has every right to take them and their mother on vacation.”

 

Diane picked up her briefcase and smiled at Anna and the men. “I trust that this witch hunt will be cancelled within the next two hours. Have a good day.”

 

Patrick walked over to the bench and sat down, trying desperately to quell his emotions. Thanks to Jason, all legal avenues for rescuing Robin had just disappeared. What were they going to do now?

 

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Robin smiled at Isa and Alex as they lay on their blanket on the floor. Both twins were lying on their backs, awake. Robin took the rattle she had gotten from her Uncle Mac and shook it, delighting in both babies response. Both children immediately looked at the rattle, responding to the sound. She put it in front of Isa and shook it and Isa reached for it. Robin did the same in front of Alex with the same response.

 

“They amaze me more each day.” Jason walked into the room and sat down next to Robin, sitting as close to her as possible. “He reached for the rattle, didn’t he?”

 

“They both did, developmentally they are right on track.” Robin thought about moving but decided against it. She needed to gain Jason’s trust and this was a perfect opportunity. “We are two very lucky parents.”

 

Jason reached around and pulled her close. “Yes we are.”

 

The twins continued playing for a few more minutes until Isa began fussing and Robin picked her up. “Could you watch Alex while I change her?”

 

Jason could see a slight crack in Robin’s wall – she was asking him to take care of their son, a first for her. “You don’t have to ask – he’s my son and I love spending time with him. Or I could take care of Isa while you stay with Alex – either way I am more than happy to do whatever I have to for our children.”

 

Robin stood up and slowly shifted back and forth, calming her little girl down instantly. “Thank you for that. I’ll get Isa changed and fed and then I’ll come back for Alex?”

 

Jason smiled at her and nodded. “Of course or I could bring him in and we could feed them together?”

 

Robin thought about it for a moment and then nodded. “It would help to keep them as close to the same schedule as possible. Again, thank you.”

 

Jason leaned down and picked up Alex, following Robin into the nursery. He changed Alex while she changed Isa and then picked him back up. “Come on big guy - ready to have lunch?”

 

He watched Robin as she moved effortlessly around the kitchen, using one arm to hold Isa on her chest as she used the other to make up two bottles of formula. She heated them up and handed on to Jason and then sat down at the table with him to feed Isa.

 

Jason smiled at her and she smiled back. He looked back at Alex and relaxed. Finally, things were falling into place.

[Lillybee]

I am enjoying your story, but is there a way to include Lucky?

[cmahorror]

Not this one Lillybee but I am working on another story and there will be some old familiar faces in that one.

 

 

Chapter 79

 

“Spinelli!” Maxie pounded on the door to his apartment as she shouted his name. “Spinelli! Open up this door right now – I know you’re in there.”

 

Spinelli sighed and opened the door. He knew exactly why Maxie was here. “My fair Maxinista – what can I do for you on this lovely day?”

 

Maxie stormed into the apartment, almost knocking him down. “Cut the crap Spinelli – where did he take her?”

 

Spinelli shut the door behind her and took a couple of steps towards her. “Perhaps you could be a little more specific regarding which she it is you speak of?”

 

Maxie rolled her eyes. “Robin – where did Jason take her and the kids?”“I do not know where the beautiful Dr. Scorpio-Drake is at this time. I was most distressed to hear of her and the young ones disappearance but…”

 

“But what? Dante did a little investigating and discovered that the e-mail Diane received was sent yesterday but was written way before that which means that Jason already knew that the twins weren’t his before he took Robin. And that little trick of arranging for the e-mail to be sent automatically at another time is pure you – Jason sure isn’t smart enough to pull it off.” Spinelli looked down at his feet, unable to look Maxie in the eyes. “So how long have you known the truth?”

 

“I swear on our daughter’s life that I had no idea that the babies were not the progeny of Stone Cold and the beautiful one until I saw it in the news yesterday.”

 

Spinelli finally looked up at Maxie. “The Jackal would never help keep those children away from their father – I am well aware the pain that kind of separation causes.”

 

Maxie softened at what Spinelli told her. She could see how much it bothered him that his actions caused Patrick to lose his children. “Then help us – help us find Robin, Alex and Isa and bring them home to Patrick. Help reunite a father with his children.”

 

Spinelli walked over to the couch and sat down, opened up his laptop and began typing. “I will let you know the minute I find out anything.”

 

Maxie smiled at him and walked to the door. She opened it up and turned back to Spinelli, watching him engrossed in his latest case – finding Robin. “Thank you Spinelli.”

 

Spinelli smiled back at her. “Anything for you my fair Maxinista.” He refocused his attention on the computer as Maxie left his apartment. This was his chance to prove his worthiness to her and prove it he would.

 

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Robert smiled as he got off the phone. “Maxie has Spinelli working on tracking down Jason. Apparently the poor boy still hopes to get back together with the mother of his child and he is upset that Jason lied to him about being the twins father. It’s a very sensitive subject for him and he wants to help you get your children back.”

 

Patrick nodded and went back to the computer. He was doing research on ways that Jason could get Robin’s drug protocol without having a prescription – black market prescription drug rings were a thriving industry, especially HIV medicines. But what happens if her protocol fails her again? Without regular check-ups and blood work there was no way to know if her viral load was remaining undetectable. Did Jason even consider this before taking her and the twins away to God knows where?

 

Robert watched his son-in-law worriedly, he had never seen him like this. Patrick was completely focused on his research and barely acknowledged anyone. Robert recognized that Patrick was shutting down, focusing on the project in front of him and blocking out everything else. Robert sat down next to him. “How is it going?”

 

“I think I may be getting some good information here.” Patrick didn’t look away from the screen as he spoke.

 

“You know we have some people at the WSB working this angle.” Robert and Anna had called Frisco and convinced him and some others the couple had worked with in the past to do some work off the books in the search for Robin and the babies. They may have lost the resources of the PCPD but they still had friends in high places.

 

Patrick glared at him. Suddenly Patrick took the computer and threw it across the room. “Then what the hell am I supposed to do!” Patrick leaned over and put his face in hands, taking several deep breaths. He finally calmed down enough to speak. “I’m not a spy Robert. I don’t have friends in high places or computer skills. I don’t know how to shoot a gun or do karate. Hell, Robin can pick locks and throw a machete will scarily deadly aim but I can't.”

 

Robert put his hand on Patrick’s shoulder. “And you just listed some of the reasons why Robin loves you so much – she hated that life and I am pretty sure that your lack of knowledge about guns and karate helped attract her to you.”

 

“But how does that help her or Alex or Isa now? I know she hates violence and is happy that I have never held a gun but now they are gone and it is all my fault.”

 

“What do you mean it is all your fault?” Robert was genuinely confused by his comment.

 

“How did Robin and I meet?” Robert suddenly got what Patrick was saying. “She brought me here to save Jason and I did. I was arrogant and determined to prove that I was better than my father. So I did the surgery and saved him.”

 

“Patrick…”

 

“Not only that but I did it again, only hours after my wife supposedly died, I saved him because it was what she would have wanted.” Patrick stood up and began pacing the floor. “But that wasn’t enough, no, I had to do it a third time. I abandoned my wife and child to save him.”

 

Robert had heard enough. “Stop it! That first surgery brought you and Robin together and I know you don’t regret that. And yes, you saved him after you thought Robin had died but it was her last wish. From what you said, she risked her life to get that protocol out of the lab, so you were honoring Robin. As for this last time – you were protecting Robin and Emma, not abandoning them and she forgave you.”

 

Patrick held back the tears that were forming. “The truth is Robert that if I hadn’t saved him, Robin and the twins would be home and safe today.”

 

Robert shook his head at Patrick. “You don’t know that.” He stopped Patrick and stared him in the eyes. “Your value comes in being with us when we find them and making sure everyone is okay. When we bring you information, I fully expect that you will be the first one to figure out what is important and what we can disregard. You may not be much in hand to hand combat but you are one of the smartest men I have ever known and you know my daughter and what she needs better than anyone. That is how you will help us find them.”

 

Patrick looked at the wedding pictures on the mantle and took one last deep breath before nodding his head in agreement. “Fine.” He picked up the laptop off the ground and walked to the door. “I better get this fixed. Robin put all our pictures and videos on it and…”

 

“Go – you have your phone on you?” Patrick nodded. “Good, I’ll call you if we hear anything. Take a few hours, maybe get some welcome home gifts for Robin and the kids because Patrick, they are coming home.”

 

Robert watched him leave and sat back down on the couch. God he hoped he was right because he wasn’t sure Patrick could handle it if Robert was wrong.

Edited April 25, 2015 by cmahorror

[cmahorror]

Chapter 80

 

Robin put away the dishes and looked at Isa sleeping soundly in her bassinet. Jason was in the living room feeding Alex giving Robin a few minutes to herself to think. It had been two day since Jason had brought Robin and the twins to the house in the woods and she was slowly gaining information about where she was.

Robin had taken advantage of supper the night before to gather more information.

 

 

Flashback

 

“Thank you for making dinner – it was delicious.” Robin smiled at Jason and then turned her attention back to her plate. Jason had made some chicken and vegetables, nothing fancy but Robin wanted to make him feel like it was.

 

“Well, it’s nothing compared to what you could cook but thank you for the compliment.” Jason picked up the bottle of wine he had picked out with dinner. “More wine?”

 

Robin shook her head. “No thank you. I drink any more and I won’t hear the kids when they wake up. But please go ahead.”

 

Jason put the bottle down. “No, I want to be able to help with them too. Besides, I am sleeping better than I have in months now that I have you back in my arms.”

 

Robin let the comment pass without acknowledging it. “I can’t believe I didn’t wake up the other day when you brought me in from the car. I also can’t believe I’m not stiffer from sleeping that way for so long.”

 

“It wasn’t that long – you spent the majority of your nap lying in bed. The important thing is that you are getting rest and you need that.”

 

Robin nodded and did some quick math in her head. Jason had picked them up at 2:00 and she had woken up a little after 3:30 which meant that she was less than an hour from Port Charles and home. “I have you to thank for that and I do thank you.”

 

“You are welcome.” Jason reached over and took Robin’s hand in his. “This is the way it should be – always.”

 

Robin gave him a little smile, stood up and gathered up their plates to do the dishes.

 

End Flashback

 

 

It wasn’t much but knowing that she was so close to Patrick and Emma made her feel better. She was certain that Patrick and her parents were working on finding them and getting them home. She couldn’t wait to see Patrick and hold Emma again – she missed her oldest child so much. She was staring out the window when Jason came up behind her and wrapped his arms around her, kissing her cheek. “What is going on? You seem a million miles away.”

 

“Just thinking.”

 

Jason turned her around so that she was looking at him. “Thinking about what?”

 

Robin didn't even try to stop the tears from coming. “Emma. I miss her so much.”

 

“Oh Robin.” Jason pulled her into a tight hug. “I am so sorry she isn’t here with us – I miss her too. I promise, once we get everything settled we will be able to be with her again.”

 

“Everything settled?”

 

Jason smiled at her. “It was going to be a surprise but I have Diane working on your divorce papers right now. It won’t be much longer and we can get married again.”

 

Robin was stunned – she had no idea what Jason was planning and now that she did all she could think was what Patrick would do if Diane sent him divorce papers.

 

“Jason, I…”

 

“It’s okay – I’ll take care of everything.” Alex started to cry in the other room, interrupting them. “I’ll go and take care of him. I love you.” He kissed Robin and went to take care of her son.

 

Robin picked up Isa and held her close. “Oh my God Isa, what are we going to do?”

 

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Alexis smiled warmly at Patrick as he entered her office with Maxie by his side. Patrick had told her about the situation with Robin and Jason and she immediately volunteered her services as his attorney. Robin had saved her and her daughter Molly’s lives when she did an emergency c-section following a train crash years ago and Patrick had done the partial lobe removal to help Alexis beat lung cancer. She owed both doctors more than she could ever repay.

 

“Let me tell you what I am doing. I am petitioning the court for a new set of paternity tests for both Alex and Isa on your behalf. Between the test you had run and the testimony from Monica that she believes that the lab was compromised, as well as the original paternity test, we should be able to get a court order issued no later than the end of the week.”

 

Maxie smiled at Patrick. “That’s great news – so then what?”

 

Alexis noticed that Patrick’s mood hadn’t changed with her news – he knew Alexis had something else to tell him. “The court will want brand new samples collected by an impartial lab worker so they can make sure that they aren’t compromised.”

 

Patrick sighed. “Which means that we will need to find Jason and the twins before the order can be enforced. And the birth certificates?”

 

“They will remain as they currently are – with Jason being listed as Alex and Isa’s father.” Unfortunately Alexis couldn’t get anything changed until the new test is run.

 

“Damn it!” Patrick took a moment and looked at Alexis – there was something else she wasn’t telling him, he could feel it. “What is it Alexis?”

 

Maxie looked at Patrick and then at Alexis – there was definitely something the lawyer was holding back. “Alexis?”

 

Alexis considered how she wanted to tell him this news. “Diane contacted me on the assumption that I would be your attorney regarding the paternity test and any other legal matters you have. She informed me that Jason has asked her to draw up divorce papers.”

 

Maxie didn’t understand the big deal. “Yeah, we all know he divorced Sam.”

 

Patrick however caught right on to what Alexis was saying. “They're not for him, are they?" Alexis shook her head. "They're for Robin.”

 

"But Robin would never agree to that. Patrick, she loves you." Maxie couldn't believe what she was hearing.

 

"Unless she thought she was protecting me and the kids - she would do anything to guarantee our safety." Patrick closed his eyes and leaned over in the chair.

 

"Well we're not going to let that happen, are we Alexis?" Maxie glared at Alexis and the attorney quickly spoke up.

 

"Of course not."

 

Patrick thought for a moment. "Can I force a hearing - one she would have to show up at if she wanted the divorce?"

 

Alexis smiled at him. "You certainly can."

 

Patrick leaned back in his chair and felt a slight bit of hope for the first time in days. Jason had made a mistake and Patrick would take advantage of it. Now, he could make a plan.

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Chapter 81

 

Robert smiled as Patrick told him and Anna what had happened at Alexis’s office. “You are brilliant – if Jason wants that divorce so bad, he will have to produce Robin and the twins to get it.”

 

Patrick looked at Maxie and smiled. “There’s more – Alexis got the distinct impression that Diane was uncomfortable about what she was doing. Alexis said she asked her about it and Diane admitted that she was worried that since it was Jason that requested the paperwork and not Robin, she may get in trouble with the Bar Association for drawing up the divorce papers at the request of a third party. Since Jason won’t let her speak to Robin directly, she has agreed to help us find her – anything to protect her license.”

 

Maxie jumped in, “Diane will let us know when and where they are meeting and you can follow Jason back to Robin and the twins and rescue them.”

 

Anna and Robert smiled at the excited duo. Patrick had found them a great lead and, just as importantly, for the first time he felt like he was actively helping find his wife and children. “This is wonderful news but can we trust Diane?”

 

“Alexis promised that Diane was on the up and up. I may not trust Diane but I do trust Alexis.” Patrick was getting nervous – if Robert and Anna had doubts than maybe it wasn’t the best idea. “Even so, we have a back-up plan in place with the divorce hearing just in case, right?”

 

Robert smiled reassuringly at Patrick. “Right, and if you trust Alexis then we trust her too. This is the best lead we have gotten and we are grateful to you for getting it. How soon does Alexis think it will be before Diane meets up with Jason?”

 

“Next week hopefully, Diane is almost done drawing up the papers.” Patrick bit his lip and looked at Anna. “Do you really think this will work?”

 

Anna nodded her head. “I do and we have time to plan for their rescue. I will call Dante and give him an update and see what resources we might be able to borrow from the PCPD.”

 

“And I will call Frisco and tell him what we found out. Morgan can’t be too far from Port Charles if he is going to be able to meet Diane.” Robert was already pulling out his phone to make the call. “You did good Patrick.”

 

Patrick leaned back in his chair and smiled. If Robert and Anna thought this was a good lead than it was. He was going to bring his wife and children home.

 

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Robin rocked Alex slowly, trying to get the little boy to sleep. He seemed bound and determined to stay up - almost like he was afraid he would miss something if he closed his eyes. “So much like your daddy – stubborn to the core.”

 

“I think he got that from his mommy if you ask me. I’m not stubborn in the least.” Jason walked up behind her and started massaging her shoulders.

 

Robin sighed, glad that he couldn’t see the look of pure disdain on her face. She was talking to Alex about Patrick, not Jason but she played along. “Of course not, there is not a stubborn bone in your body.”

 

It had been a week since Jason had kidnapped her and the twins and Robin was slowly but surely gathering information to plan her escape or be ready when her parents and Patrick found them. Robin was convinced that there was a cell phone or a computer somewhere nearby – Jason had to have contact with the outside world somehow if he was planning on having her divorce Patrick. There was paperwork to be filed and he would need to be in contact with Diane to get it done.

 

Then there was the matter of the SUV they had come in – it was hidden somewhere close by and the keys were in the house somewhere, they had to be. She knew Jason had left several times when he thought she was sleeping to get supplies – diapers, formula, food and various other items they needed. New movies showed up once or twice a week as well as medical journals and books for her to read. Robin knew Jason was smart enough to pay cash for everything but eventually the cash would run out and he would either have to use a credit card or go to an ATM to get more money.

 

“Were you able to get a stroller – I would really love for us to be able take these two for walks outside.” Robin laid the now sleeping Alex down in his bassinet. “It’s so beautiful here and I want to explore it.”

 

Jason sat down next to her and shook his head. “Robin, I love you but I also know you. You want the stroller so you can try to take the kids out of here and back to Port Charles.” Robin began to protest but Jason put his hand over her mouth to silence her. “I will decide when you and the twins get to start going outside. You are doing so good settling in here, don’t ruin it by doing something foolish now.”

 

Robin turned away from him and started to get up off the couch but Jason pulled her back down and against him, wrapping his arms tight around her. “I told you before Robin – this is our family and I will do anything to keep it together.” Moving carefully, he laid them both down on the couch, still keeping a firm hold on her. “Remember that when the divorce papers get here Robin and do what is best for not only you and the kids but for Patrick as well. It would be terrible if anything happened to him because you were too stubborn to admit that you made a mistake remarrying him.”

 

He kissed the back of her head and then closed his eyes, laying his chin on her shoulder. “Now let’s get in a nap while the kids are sleeping – we can talk later.”

 

Robin took a deep breath and tried to calm herself. Jason was making a threat – it may be veiled, but it was a threat nonetheless and she heard it loud and clear - sign the papers or Patrick would pay the price.

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Chapter 82

 

“You have a beautiful smile baby girl.” Robin tickled Isa’s tummy and Isa smiled again. Robin tickled the bottom Alex’s feet and got a similar response. “And you little man – already working that dimple, just like your daddy.”

 

Robin looked around quickly to make sure Jason was still gone and then went back to playing with her kids. Jason had left a little over an hour ago to run an errand which meant that Robin had a little time alone in the house. She went through some of the drawers and the hallway closet but she hadn’t found anything to help her escape. She didn't get to finish her search before the twins were awake so she got them changed and decided to enjoy her time alone with them.

 

Robin always felt a mixture of joy and sadness when she played with the twins. They were happy and healthy and she loved them with all her heart but it killed her that Patrick was missing out on it. Every single milestone, every smile and giggle, crying fit and feeding time missed for the last 10 days because of Jason’s decision to steal them from Patrick.

 

Robin rubbed her eyes and yawned. She shouldn’t be tired, she was getting sleep, but worrying about the kids and Patrick and wondering what Jason would do next was slowly wearing her down. It had been less than two months since she had two major surgeries and the recovery process was taking longer, in part because of the stress she was under from the kidnapping.

 

“So what do you want for dinner tonight – Similac or Similac?” Robin grinned as Alex just yawned at her.

 

“Quite the selection you are offering.” Jason walked into the house carrying a grocery bag. “How are they?”

 

“Doing good, I was just going make their bottles…”

 

Jason interrupted her. “Why don’t I do that? I’ll get their bottles and we’ll feed them together so that you can lay down while I make supper.”

 

Robin started to argue but decided it wasn’t worth it. “Thank you. I am a little tired.”

 

Jason walked into the kitchen and came back a few minutes later with two bottles and burp clothes. He picked up Isa and began feeding her while Robin fed Alex.

 

“What are you making for supper?”

 

“Lasagna and garlic bread and I picked up a bottle of champagne so we can celebrate.” Jason smiled at Isa while answering Robin.

 

Robin got a sick feeling in the pit of stomach. “Celebrate what?”

 

“The end of your marriage to Patrick. Diane is meeting me tomorrow to give me the papers. I will bring them home so you can sign them and, hopefully, it will all be over by the end of the week.” He looked up from Isa to grin at Robin. “Then we can get our lives back.”

 

Robin nodded at him and placed Alex in his bassinet. “He’s done eating. I’m going to take you up on your offer and lay down. Let me know when supper is ready.”

 

“Of course we will, won’t we Isa?” Jason nodded at Robin. “Go lay down, I’ll see you in a little bit.”

 

Robin walked into the bedroom and collapsed on the bed. Tears began falling but she quickly wiped them off. This was not a time for tears, it was a time to plan.

 

Jason was meeting Diane and Robin truly believed that her parents and Patrick would be waiting to follow him back here. While Jason was gone, Robin would get to do what she needed to do to get the kids ready for their escape.

 

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“What time is she meeting Jason?” Patrick was going over the plans for tomorrow with Robert, Anna and Dante one last time.

 

Dante had been unable to get them any additional help from the PCPD but he would be helping them out tomorrow with the rescue. Frisco had, reluctantly, pulled out from the operation. The WSB had been the victims of a cyber-attack and their entire computer system had been compromised. Based on his vast hacking history, Spinelli was drafted into service and had been flown out of the country to try and track down who did it and how to fix it.

 

Patrick wasn’t worried – he had faith that Robin’s parents were more than capable of handling this mission on their own. Dante was going as back-up and Patrick was there to provide any medical assistance needed. He wasn’t worried about the twins – he knew Robin would have taken excellent care of them but he also knew it would be at her own expense. She was still recovering from two major surgeries and Jason didn’t have a clue how to take care of her.

 

“Diane is meeting him at Stone’s bridge at 1:00. We are going to be there an hour before that just to make sure that we don’t miss him. Dante will be following Diane so if the meeting place changes he will let us know.” Robert was almost certain that they would find Robin, Alex and Isa tomorrow. “If everything goes according to plan, we will follow Jason to wherever he is holed up with Robin and the kids and get them the hell away from him.”

 

Anna picked up the details of the mission from her ex-husband and continued. “We will then head straight to GH to get them checked out and to get the DNA samples from the twins. The sooner we officially establish that you are the twins father, the sooner we can get Jason’s name removed from their birth certificates.” Patrick nodded in agreement. “In addition, once we get Robin she can press charges against Jason, at least for unlawful restraint. It will be enough to keep him in jail until we can figure out what additional charges we can file on him.”

 

“This is almost over Patrick. By this time tomorrow you and Robin will be home with the twins and Jason Quartermaine or Morgan or whatever the hell he is calling himself these days will be in jail.” Robert was trying to reassure Patrick as best he could. The truth was that there was no guarantees that they would be able to rescue all three of them tomorrow but Robert would be damned if he would tell Patrick that. The boy needed every ounce of hope to get through the night and Robert would not take that from him.

 

Patrick just nodded and then walked over to the window and stared out it. Of course Jason would want to meet at Stone’s bridge – Jason had had it rebuilt and it was a reminder of where he and Robin had first met after he had become Jason Morgan - it was where their relationship, their love story, had begun.

 

A part of Patrick had always hated that bridge because of the way it tied Robin to her two past loves – Stone and Jason. Stone had been Robin’s first love and a part of her heart would always belong to him. Jason had helped her move on and accept that love was possible again only to cheat on her and break her heart. The walls she had built around her heart because of the damage Jason had done took a long time to break down but Patrick had done it. Robin was his soul mate and nothing Jason could do would change that.

 

Patrick looked at his wedding ring and smiled. “Tomorrow.”

Edited April 27, 2015 by cmahorror

[cmahorror]

Chapter 83

 

“Diane is on her way. Dante said she is headed towards the bridge.” Anna sat in the driver’s seat with Robert next to her and Patrick in the back. They had parked a block away, far enough away to be out of sight but still able to see Jason come and go.

 

Patrick just nodded in response, keeping his eyes firmly planted on the bridge. After a few minutes he saw an SUV park by the bridge. “Is that him?”

 

His question was answered only a moment later when they saw Jason step out of the vehicle and walk to the bridge. Anna quickly wrote down the license number of the vehicle just in case they lost track of it and then saw Diane pull up and park next to it.

 

Less than five minutes later Diane was getting back into her car and driving away, followed by Jason.

 

Anna watched Jason turn left and then put the car in drive. “It’s show time boys.”

 

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Robin smiled at the twins sitting in their car seats. “Okay guys, your daddy and grandparents are going to be here anytime now. The big question is - where do I hide you until they get here?”

 

Robin knew that she had to protect the twins. She made the decision to hide the babies in their car seats somewhere in the house and then take off running as soon as Jason got back. She trusted that Jason would go after her, giving her family time to get the twins to safety. If all went well, she would be able to double back and meet up with them at the house. If not, at least the kids would be safe and if, by some small chance, her parents didn’t show up than all that would happen is that Jason would be mad at her. Jason had no intention of letting her go so she could afford to take that risk.

 

Robin looked around the house again and made a decision. Moving quickly, she placed the twins in the chosen hiding place and stood by the door, ready to take off the moment Jason came into view.

 

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Jason pulled up behind the house, careful to hide the vehicle behind the brush he had set up. He started heading to the house when he saw someone run out of the front door and into the woods.

 

“Robin?” Jason took off after her. “Robin!”

 

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Robert and Anna saw the SUV hidden in the brush behind the house and relaxed. They were scared that Jason had spotted them and was leading them on a wild goose chase but the fact that the vehicle was hidden told them that he didn’t know they were on to him.

 

“Patrick, you need to listen to what we have to say. You do what we tell you to do. Do you understand me?” Anna wasn’t taking any chances when it came to her daughter and grandchildren’s rescue. “Dante should be here in just a minute and we are going to wait for him before we enter that house.”

 

Patrick just stared at the house and nodded almost imperceptibly at Anna’s words. He would do anything at all to secure a safe rescue. He heard Dante’s car pull up behind them and looked at Anna. She nodded her head and they got out of the car. “Dante, you circle around back and Robert and I will take Patrick to the front of the house.”

 

Dante nodded in agreement and the group split up. They were almost to the front door when they heard Jason yelling in the woods. “Robin!”

 

Patrick looked at Robert who was already breaking down the door. Anna ran into the house yelling for her daughter while Robert stood guard at the door. She came back into the living room, a confused look on her face. “I don’t see them anywhere.”

 

Patrick stared at the empty bassinets and thought. Suddenly his head snapped up. “Did you hear that?”

 

Anna shook her head. “Hear what?”

 

Patrick held up his hand to signal her to be quiet. He heard it again and smiled, running to a door in the hallway. He threw it open and knelt down. “You have such a smart mommy.”

 

Anna ran over to the door and saw her youngest two grandchildren on the closet floor. Both of them were buckled into their car seats and their diaper bag was next to them. “That’s our girl. She knew we were coming and wanted us to be able to get them out of here.”

 

Patrick pulled the kids out of the closet and did a quick exam. They had gotten so big and he hated that he had missed even one day with them, let alone almost two weeks. They both seemed okay but he wouldn’t feel better until he got them a full work up at GH. Alex yawned and opened his eyes. A small smile appeared on Alex's face when he saw his dad staring at him. Isa stayed sleeping, content and comfortable in her car seat.

 

“It’s all clear in back. I can hear Jason in the woods yelling for Robin.” Dante continued watching the tree line and was about to ask about the babies when he heard a gurgle coming from the floor. He walked over to Patrick and the babies. “Are they…”

 

“They seem fine but I really want to get them checked out.”

 

Dante nodded and picked up Isa’s car seat. “Then let’s get them in the car and to the hospital. I’ll take you and the kids while Anna and Robert find Robin.” Patrick began to object but Dante interrupted him. “I know you want to help find Robin but she will want the twins away from here as fast as possible, you know that.”

 

“Dante’s right. You get the kids to the hospital; we’ll find Robin and bring her home.” Anna hugged Patrick and gave Isa and Alex one kiss each.

 

“I know. What do you say kids – ready to go home?” Patrick picked up Alex’s car seat and was headed for the door when they heard gunshots coming from behind the house. Robert and Anna took off running with Dante and Patrick close behind, carrying the twins.

 

“Stay back!” Patrick looked on in horror as Jason stood by the SUV with his left arm around Robin’s waist and a gun in his right hand.

 

Robert trained his gun on Jason. “It’s over Jason – let Robin go.”

 

“No!” Jason glared at Patrick. “You may have taken the twins from me but I still have Robin.” Jason fired the gun once more and they saw the driver’s side tire deflate on Anna’s car. One quick look at Dante’s car and they all realized what Jason had been doing, disabling their vehicles so they couldn’t follow him. Patrick looked at Robin and his heart sunk - she was shaking and scared, tears rolling down her cheeks. Jason opened the driver's side door and, in one fluid motion, shoved Robin into the vehicle and then jumped in behind her. Before they could move, Jason hit the gas and took off in a cloud of dust, pieces of brush flying off the SUV.

 

The gunfire had scared both children and they were crying loudly. Patrick and Anna quickly pulled the twins from their car seats and began comforting them as Dante called in the state police for assistance. Robert began changing the tires on the car so they could head out as soon as possible to get the twins to GH and then to a safe house.

 

“It’s okay buddy, we’ll find Mommy and bring her home.” Patrick reached over and gently rubbed Isa’s back as Anna comforted her. He stared at the slowly settling cloud of dust with a determined look on his face. “I promise you - she is coming home.”

Edited April 27, 2015 by cmahorror

[cmahorror]

Chapter 84

 

“How could you do this to me again Robin?” Jason kept his eyes on the road looking for his turn off. Sonny had taught Jason to always have a back-up plan so, even though Robin didn’t know it, Jason knew exactly where he was going.

 

Robin glared at him as she fumbled with the seat belt. Jason’s driving seemed to be as erratic as his emotions and she wasn’t taking any chances. She finally got it buckled as she answered him. “What do you mean again?”

 

“All those years ago you took Michael away from me and now you have done it again with the twins.” Jason looked at her. “We were supposed to raise them together Robin.”

 

Robin shook her head. “The twins are no more your children than Michael was and I think you know that.”

 

Jason began shouting at her. “I know - that nurse told me before…” Jason stopped shouting and took a deep breath, regaining control of himself before continuing. “It doesn’t matter – they could have been ours if you had just...”

 

“No Jason – it’s over. I did what I had to do to get my children back to their father and away from you. It’s over.” Robin watched the scenery fly by as Jason sped down the road. “Just let me go.”

 

Jason pulled up to a boathouse by a lake and smiled at her. “It’s not over Robin – not by a long shot.”

 

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Maxie came running into the exam room, followed closely by Mac. “Are they okay?”

 

Patrick was holding Isa while Alex slept in his car seat. Dr. Rosa had just arrived to give the twins their exams and was caught off guard by the two new arrivals. She looked at Patrick and he just nodded his head. “I am just getting ready to start the exam. Dr. Drake, is there anything in particular you were worried about?”

 

He gently laid Isa down on the table. “I think she may be running a slight fever.”

 

Dr. Rosa began her exam by taking Isa’s temperature. “You’re right – 99.4.” She listened to Isa’s chest and did a full physical exam. She gave Patrick a reassuring smile after she finished her exam. “It looks like it’s just a cold. I don’t want to give her any medicine unless I have to but I would advise lukewarm baths and dressing her in light clothing to help get her fever down. If the fever doesn't go down on its own, bring her back in for another exam." Patrick nodded in agreement. "Let me check out Alex and, if everything goes well, you should be able to head home.”

 

Patrick picked Isa up and handed her to Maxie as Mac took Alex out of his car seat and laid him down on the exam table. Dr. Rosa did her exam and smiled at the family. “Alex is doing great. I would keep an eye on him to make sure he doesn't catch Isa's cold but other that, I see no reason to keep you here. The lab tech wants to come in to do the DNA swabs and then you can take these two home.”

 

Patrick picked up Alex and handed him to Mac. “Thank you Dr. Rosa, I appreciate it.” He turned to Maxie and Mac. “Would you please stay in here with them while they do the swabs – I’m not supposed to be in the room.”

 

“Of course – we’ll bring them out to you as soon as the tech is done.” Mac tried to give Patrick a reassuring smile. “Then we can head to the safe house so you can see Emma and we can talk about where we go from here.”

 

Patrick left the room and the tech entered almost immediately. Within minutes the samples were taken and Mac was driving Patrick to the safe house. “Any word from Robert or Anna?”

 

“Not yet.” Patrick looked into the back seat at the twins and then back at Mac. “Mac, I’m sorry.”

 

“For what?”

 

“For not being able to bring all three of them home. I wanted to save her too but…”

 

Mac interrupted him. “Patrick, you did everything you could. You got Alex and Isa away from Jason and that was what was most important to Robin.”

 

They sat in silence for a few minutes more until Patrick spoke again. “What if she’s caught Isa’s cold?”

 

Mac sighed. Even under the best of circumstances, a simple cold was a concern to Robin but, with the added stress of the situation and her still being in recovery from surgery, it could do severe harm to her already compromised immune system. “She’ll be alright. Robin is a doctor and, as much as I hate to admit it, Jason wants her alive and healthy and he will do anything to keep her that way.”

 

“I know that in my head Mac but still…” Patrick hung his head down, “I’m worried.”

 

Mac could see that there was something else bothering him. “Patrick, what else are you worried about?”

 

Patrick looked back at the twins one more time and then at Mac. “Mac the last time Robin was sick and she got a high fever she became delirious and we,” Patrick searched for the right words, “made the twins. She told me that she didn’t regret it but she also thought she was dreaming and didn’t even remember it happening the next morning. I felt horrible but I’m afraid Jason wouldn’t have the same issue.”

 

Mac felt sick. Patrick was right - Jason would have no problem taking advantage of Robin and would feel no guilt about doing it. “Robert and Anna will find her and bring her home to us.”

 

Patrick just nodded. He was about to say something when his phone rang. “It’s Anna.” He quickly answered the phone. “Did you find her?”

 

Mac listened in to Patrick side of the conversation. “Where? Is she okay? So what now?” Patrick slumped further down in the seat. “I understand – let me know as soon as you find out anything.”

 

Patrick sighed. “They found the SUV – it had been driven into the lake, no sign of Robin or Jason. Anna said that the police are checking out some things but as of now, they don’t have any idea where Jason took her.”

 

Mac pulled up to the safe house and parked the car. Both men sat there trying to get their emotions in check before they saw Emma and Felicia. Patrick was shocked when Mac suddenly punched the dashboard of the car. “How much more does she have to endure Patrick? Why the hell can’t she just have a normal life? Whatever has that girl done to deserve this?”

 

Patrick pulled Mac into a hug, something he needed as much as Mac did. “I know Mac, it’s not fair. Robin deserves so much better than this. She deserves to be here with us and her kids.”

 

The men let go of each other and looked in the back seat at the sleeping children. Mac regained his composure and started getting out of the car. “We should get these two inside to see their big sister. Emma knows that you are bringing them out here to join her.”

 

Patrick got a sad smile on his face. “Then I’m surprised she wasn’t out the door the minute we pulled up.” Patrick got out of the car and opened up the back passenger door to get Alex while Mac got Isa. “Let’s go see your big sister.”

[cmahorror]

Chapter 85

“Felicia?” Mac called out for his wife as he and Patrick walked into the house carrying the twins. He looked at Patrick questioningly and called out again. “Felicia?”

 

“Mac?” Felicia came out of the kitchen, wiping her hands on a towel. “What’s wrong?”

 

“Where’s Emma?” Patrick still hadn’t seen his oldest child and was getting nervous.

 

“Daddy!” Emma’s voice rang out from the top of the stairs and the little girl ran down them and jumped up on her father. “You’re here!”

 

Patrick held Emma close as he set down Alex’s car seat. “You know I can’t stay away from you for too long. You being good for Aunt Felicia?”

 

Emma nodded. “Yes.” She looked down at the car seat. “Alex!” Patrick put her down and Emma got down on her knees to tickle her baby brother. “You got big!”

 

Mac brought over Isa’s car seat and set it down next to Alex’s. Everyone smiled at Emma’s excitement over being reunited with her siblings. She took a minute to play with the twins before turning back to her dad. “Where’s Mommy?”

 

Patrick felt like he had been punched in the stomach. He found himself unable to speak but Mac quickly covered for him. “Your mom is helping out a friend but she told me to tell you that she loves you very much and will see you soon.”

 

Emma looked at her Dad. “Really Daddy?”

 

Patrick swallowed hard. “Yes baby, really. Her friend is very sick and your Mommy is the only one who can help him but she will be home soon.”

 

“Promise?”

 

Patrick sat down on the floor next to Emma and hugged her close. “I promise.”

 

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Jason carried Robin from the boat and into the tiny log cabin that was their new home. He set her down on the couch and smiled at her. “I’m going to go and put the boat away.” He leaned down and kissed Robin. “Be right back.”

 

Robin glared at him as he left and then she went to work on the ropes binding her hands behind her back, reflecting back on what had just happened.

 

 

Flashback

 

“What are you going to do now Jason?” Robin looked around, trying to figure out the best route for escape now that they were stopped. She went to undo her seat belt but Jason took the butt of his gun and smashed the buckle, locking it into place. Robin tried to pull the belt out at the shoulder but it wouldn’t move. Jason smiled at her and jumped out of the car.

 

Robin began to panic, worried about what Jason was planning. She managed to get the shoulder belt over her head and behind her back but the lap belt was tight across her hips and would not loosen. She saw Jason smiling at her through her window and stopped moving.

 

Jason opened the door. “Stuck Robin?” Robin glared at him. “I’ll help you with that in just a moment but first I need to do something.” Jason leaned into the SUV and wrapped his arms around Robin, pulling her arms behind her back. She felt a rope go around her wrists as Jason tied her hands together as tight as he could. He then reached down and tied her ankles up as well. “That’s better – now let's get out of here.”

 

Jason pulled out a knife and cut the lap belt off Robin and threw her over his shoulder. Holding her tight, he walked over to the driver’s side and turned on the vehicle. Robin watched as Jason put the car in neutral, shut the door and then walked behind it. He laid Robin down on the ground and then pushed the SUV until it went into the lake.

 

“Ready to go home?” Jason picked Robin back up and took her to the boat house where he had a speed boat stashed. He set her down in one of the seats and started up the boat. Robin barely had time to think before he took off. She briefly considered jumping from the boat but with her hands and ankles bound there was no way she could get away. She looked behind her and watched sadly as the shore quickly disappeared from her sight along with any hope of her family finding her.

 

End Flashback

 

 

Robin was still struggling with her bindings when Jason walked back in, locking the door behind him. “Let me help you with that.” Jason quickly pulled her up to a sitting position and removed the ropes from her wrists and ankles. “Better?”

 

Robin shook her head at him. “No, I’m not better – I’ve been kidnapped and am being kept away from my children and husband. How could you do this to me?” Robin was stopped mid-rant by the need to cough.

 

“Robin?” Jason was immediately worried about her. He felt her forehead. “You have a fever. I’m going to get your pills and some aspirin for you. Your clothes are in the bedroom – why don’t you get into some sweats and a t-shirt and get into bed.” Jason got up and walked to the kitchen. “Don’t worry Robin, I’ll take care of you.”

 

Robin wanted to argue but her exhaustion won out. Between running around the woods and struggling with Jason, Robin had run herself down. She took a deep breath - she couldn’t afford to get sick. She got up and headed to the bedroom when what Jason said finally sunk in. “My pills?”

 

“Yeah, this was the back-up plan. I had hoped that I wouldn’t need it but you really didn’t leave me a choice did you?” Jason walked back into the living room and took Robin by the shoulders, gently guiding her into the bedroom. “We will talk about all of this after you get some rest.” He handed Robin a bottle of water and her pills. “You get changed and lay down – I’ll make us some supper.”

 

Jason kissed her one last time on the forehead and left Robin to get ready. Within minutes Robin was in her sweats and a t-shirt and under the covers asleep.

[cmahorror]

Chapter 86

 

Robert spread out a map of the lake and its surrounding areas on the table. Since no other tire marks were found on the scene and they couldn’t have gotten very far on foot, Jason must have had a boat waiting for them. That meant that they were holed up somewhere nearby – Jason would want to be close to the twins. “There are many places around the lake where Jason could have taken her. PCPD did a quick flyover and saw boats tied up in several places along the lake side.”

 

Patrick interrupted. “Wouldn’t Jason have the boat hidden? I don’t think he would want Robin to find it and escape.”

 

Robert smiled at the boy, proud of his deduction skills. “Exactly, so we can eliminate those places. There are dozens of small fishing cabins all around the lake but that at least narrows down the search area. We’ll go counter-clockwise around the lake, the PCPD is going to go clockwise and, hopefully, we will find them quickly. Now a lot of these cabins are only accessible by water but that could work to our advantage – it will be harder for Jason to just grab her and go.”

 

Anna nodded and smiled at Patrick. “Robert and I are heading out first thing in the morning to begin searching – it’s too dark tonight. Plus one spotlight and Jason may drag Robin into the woods and they could get lost. If they are in a cabin there is at least a chance she has her protocol with her.”

 

Patrick leaned back on the couch and ran his hands through his hair. They were at the safe house with Mac and Felicia. Emma and the twins were sleeping upstairs while Mac, Robert, Anna and Patrick went over their plans for the search. “And we’re going with you. Maxie and Lulu are coming over in the morning to help Felicia with Emma and the twins so Mac and I can be a part of the search.”

 

Robert glanced at Anna and then looked at Patrick. “Then I advise you get some rest – we’ll be back here at 5 in the morning to pick you up. That should give us plenty of time to get to the boat before the sun comes up.”

 

Patrick just nodded and got up. “I’m going to go and check on the kids, see how Isa’s fever is. I’ll see you in the morning.”

 

Patrick headed up the stairs as Mac turned to Anna and Robert. “I know I don’t have to say it but it is important that we get to Robin as soon as possible. If she has Isa’s cold…”

 

Anna took a deep breath. “We know Mac. We have found our girl and brought her home under worse circumstances and while she was being held by more dangerous people; we will do it again.”

 

“You don’t get it – Jason is far more dangerous because thinks he is in love with her.” Mac shook his head. “There is no way to bargain with him or talk him down. What Jason wants, he already has and he will do anything to keep her – that makes him more dangerous than Faison and Jerry combined. He will not hesitate to kill any of us or use our lives, especially Patrick’s, to force Robin to stay with him. Plus, if Robin is sick she will not be in any position to fight him.”

 

Robert shook his head at his little brother. “We are well aware of this Mac.”

 

“Good.” Mac stood up. “Do you want to stay here tonight – there is plenty of room.”

 

“No, we want to go and get our supplies in order but we will back first thing in the morning.” Anna and Robert stood up and headed to the front door. Anna hugged Mac before they left. “We’re going to bring her home Mac, I know it.”

 

Mac closed and locked the door behind them and then headed up the stairs. He looked into the room and smiled at the sight before him. The twins and Emma were in Patrick’s room tonight, sleeping under their father’s watchful eyes. Emma was in a sleeping bag on the floor. The twins were supposed to be in their bassinets but Patrick was sitting up in bed holding Isa while Alex was laid down on the bed next to them sleeping. Mac just nodded at Patrick and then went to his room. Felicia was going to take over in the morning but, for now, Patrick wanted to be alone with his children.

 

Mac got into bed and Felicia quickly wrapped her arms around him. Mac grabbed hold of her arms and pulled them tighter around him. “We have to bring her home – we haven’t come this far to lose her now.”

 

Closing his eyes, Mac said a silent prayer that Robin would be home soon.

 

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Alex woke up only moments after Mac shut the door so Patrick changed his diaper and laid him and Isa down in their bassinets. “Guess we should all get some rest but how about a bedtime story?”

 

Patrick thought for a moment and smiled. “This story is about when I was your Mommy’s doctor. It was February of 2006 and there was a nasty virus going around. Mommy and I worked hard to find a cure and we thought everyone was past the incubation period but leave it to your Mommy to be the exception to the rule. I remember we were sitting in the locker room…”

 

 

Flashback

 

Robin sat on the couch in the doctor’s locker room with Patrick sitting next to her, trying not to let exhaustion take over.

 

“Aren’t you sorry now?” Patrick was speaking to her although Robin had no clue why.

 

“You’ll have to be more specific.” Robin leaned her head against the tiled wall and ran her gloved hand through her hair.

 

Patrick leaned up and looked at the back of her head. “We could be on a beach right now.”

 

Robin closed her eyes. “Not likely.”

 

Patrick leaned over on his knees. “If you were the slightest bit receptive, I would have asked you away for a weekend.”

 

Robin gave a sad laugh. She turned her head and barely looked at him. “Now this is very interesting or it would be if I was a psychiatrist. On the brink of exhaustion, surrounded by disease and panic, you are still spouting ridiculous come-ons.”

 

Patrick was hurt. “It was a sincere invitation.”

 

Robin closed her eyes again, another wave of dizziness hitting her, not that she’d admit it. “I doubt you’ve ever had a sincere moment in your life.”

 

Patrick stood up, upset by her comment. He went over to his locker. “You’re probably right so if you will forgive me, I’ve got to get back to being arrogant and unfeeling.”

 

Robin looked at him again, feeling bad for what she had just said. “Hey, I’m sorry I’m just…”

 

Elizabeth walked into the room, interrupting Robin’s apology. “Hi, I wanted tell you both - Nikolas Cassadine got the last dose of the serum.”

 

Patrick walked closer to Robin as he listened to what Elizabeth had to say. “Good for him. I can’t say I’ve been paying much attention to names, the only thing that matters to me are vital stats, but Cassadine, he’s got money, right? If he wants to throw a little consultation fee my way, that’s something I won’t say no to.”

 

Liz looked at him in confusion. “You did something good, there’s nothing wrong with taking the credit.”

 

Patrick stopped her. “No, no, no – taking the credit is my specialty – just ask Dr. Scorpio here, she keeps reminding me that I am about as shallow as a mud puddle and have all the moral integrity of a gossip columnist. Right Robin?”

 

Robin didn’t respond, didn’t even move. Patrick’s heart dropped and leaned over towards her. “Robin?”

 

Liz noticed that Robin wasn’t answering either. “Robin?”

 

“Robin?” Patrick placed his hand on Robin’s forehead. “Hey, hey.”

 

Liz took a step towards her friend. “Maybe it’s just exhaustion.”

 

Patrick shook his head. “No, she’s burning up.”

 

Robin finally heard them. “No I’m fine.”

 

Patrick ignored her protest. “Just shut up.” He turned to Liz. “Listen…”

 

Robin continued to try and protest. “Stop.”

 

Patrick looked at Liz. “Get her a bed, I don’t care who you have to put in the hallway, she gets her own room.”

 

Liz nodded and ran out of the room as Patrick moved to pick Robin up in his arms. “Stop, I don’t want preferential treatment.”

 

“Will you just shut up – you are my patient now. You’re coming with me.” Patrick stood up with Robin in his arms and headed towards the door.

 

Robin rolled her eyes but didn’t fight him. “God, aren’t you the forceful one.”

 

“You have no idea.”

 

End Flashback

 

 

“I took your Mommy to her room and took care of her. She was fighting with your Grandpa Robert at the time and I had to keep both of them in line. Eventually we got the antidote and I gave it to your Mommy.” Patrick looked into the bassinets and saw that both children were sleeping. “I think even then I knew Robin was the only woman for me. You are so lucky to have her as your mom and I am even luckier that she is my wife.”

 

Patrick laid down in bed and shut his eyes. He may not sleep but he needed to at least rest. He needed his strength if he was going to bring Robin home to their children.

[cmahorror]

Chapter 87

 

“Robin – hey, it’s time to wake up. You need to take your pills.” Jason watched as Robin slowly woke up.

 

Robin looked at the tray Jason had set down on the end table by the bed. Jason had brought her a glass of milk, her protocol and a banana to eat with her meds. She nodded her thanks because she was scared to speak – her throat was killing her and her head was pounding. Jason smiled at her and left the room. Robin took her first pill and almost immediately regretted it – it felt like she was swallowing glass. Robin took a couple of deep breaths and pushed her way through the rest of her pills and the banana and laid back down to get some more rest.

 

Jason came back in the room and sat down on the bed, gently running his hands through her hair. “Robin, I need you to talk to me. I have some medicines here but I need you to tell me what is going on so I can help you.”

 

Robin looked at him and wondered just how long he planned to keep her here. Did he really have antibiotics and other medicines here just in case she or the kids got sick? How many weeks worth of her protocol did he have stockpiled and did he realize that it may stop working and need adjustments? Closing her eyes, she finally responded to him. “A doctor who diagnoses herself has a fool for a patient.”

 

Jason was shocked at how weak and raspy she sounded. “You are many things Robin, but a fool isn’t one of them.”

 

“Really?” Robin’s defenses were up in full force. When she got scared, she got snarky. “It was pretty foolish of me to ever trust you again.”

 

Jason pulled his hand away from her and just stared at her. He would have been less hurt if she had shot him in the chest. He got off the bed and walked to the other side of the room and calmed himself down before speaking. “I’m going to get the thermometer, some aspirin and a bottle of water. You take some time to think about your symptoms so that, when I come back, you can tell me what the best strategy is to combat your illness.”

 

Jason left the room and Robin rolled over on her side. She was almost certain that she had strep throat, although she couldn’t confirm it without a throat culture. She closed her eyes and started thinking about Patrick. A smile slowly started to form on her face as she remembered the time she took care of him when he had strep throat, right before they admitted they were in love with each other. He had stuck himself with a needle while operating on a patient with AIDS and had been scared that he was showing symptoms of having contracted HIV. Robin took him to her apartment so she could nurse him back to health.

 

 

Flashback

 

Robin removed the thermometer from Patrick’s mouth. He was lying on the couch, covered in blankets as she sat there with him. “If I had known I was going to get such good care I would’ve moved in weeks ago.”

 

Robin read his temperature. “Nearly normal. You know what, I’m beginning to think you’re faking it.” Patrick gave her a look full of innocence. “Yes you.”

 

Robin put the thermometer on the table behind the couch and smiled at him. “Look at you – you’re such a little boy right now.” She couldn’t help herself – she started laughing.

 

“It’s my Peter Pan complex – it’s part of my charm.” Patrick lifted up the blanket. “Come here.”

 

Robin gave him a fake, overly concerned reaction. “I don’t know, in your condition…”

 

Patrick interrupted her and reached over to pull her closer. “My temperature’s down, I’m not contagious. I may not be good for much but I could use a little lovin’.”

 

Robin slid under the covers with him, resting her head on his chest. “Okay.”

 

Patrick wrapped his arm around her and held her close. “A little Dr. Scorpio lovin’.”

 

Robin rubbed his arm. “Well, I’m glad you’re feeling better.”

 

“I’m in an apartment full of half-naked women, of course I’m feeling better.” Robin’s roommates, Lainey and Kelly, had fawned over him a little bit ago much to Robin’s embarrassment.

 

Robin gave him a dirty look but quickly softened. She laid her head back down on his chest. “So, what now?”

 

Patrick thought for a moment. “Well I was thinking maybe I could get a private room at the Casa de Cute Girls.”

 

“Oh, well keep calling us girls – that’s going to get you far.” Robin ran her hand against his chest and cuddled in just a little closer.

 

Patrick gave her a soft laugh. “I don’t even remember the last time I let a woman take care of me.” Patrick thought for a moment and then got serious. “Actually yeah I do. I was 11, I had the mumps. Strep is a walk in the park compared to the mumps. She stayed home to take care of me.”

 

Robin patted his chest. “Hmm, your mom?”

 

Patrick nodded while rubbing her back. “Yeah – chicken soup and chocolate ice cream, not together obviously.”

 

Robin laughed as he continued his story. “When I was a kid I used to love to read. I’d go to the library and get the classics, six at a time, read them all within a week. There was something wrong with my eyes when I was sick, I just remember them being really sensitive, so she would read to me – one after another. Moby Dick, Treasure Island, Swiss Family Robinson…”

 

Robin interrupted again. “I detect a theme.”

 

“Yeah, yeah.” He seemed almost lost in the memory. “Man against nature, the ocean. You know what my favorite was? Jaws.”

 

Robin was surprised. “What?” She lifted her head and looked at him. “Seriously?”

 

He smiled at her. “Loved it. Read it like 12 times.”

 

Robin placed her forearm across his chest and watched him tell his story. “Huh.”

 

“My mom bought me a paperback and she brings it home and there’s a bunch of pages missing – right before they were going to get the shark,” Patrick laughed at the memory, “so I say Mom, we have to bring the book back, there’s pages missing and she’s like no, it’s fine, I remember there’s nothing really exciting that happens, a dinner party or something.”

 

Patrick looked away as he finished his story. “So years later I’m in a book store and I got to the paperback section and I grab the book and I go where it’s missing the pages – sex scene.”

 

Robin mocked surprised. “A sex scene?” She couldn’t help it, she started laughing.

 

“Yeah – she ripped it out. Not in the movie, just in the book. I guess Chief or, was it Matt Hooper slept with Chief Brody’s wife or something – I guess they had a fling in college. So anyways I go home and I completely busted her. She starts laughing. Obviously it wrecked me for life.”

 

Robin nodded her head in joking agreement. “Obviously.”

 

Patrick responded in kind. “Obviously.” He smiled at Robin. “You remind me of her sometimes.”

 

“Uh oh, reminding a man of his mother - that can never be a good thing.” Robin wasn’t sure where Patrick was going with this.

 

Patrick ran his hand through her hair. “She was beautiful, didn’t mind being teased, wouldn’t let me get away with anything.”

 

The moment was interrupted by the phone ringing. Robin went to pick it up but Patrick stopped her. “Hey – don’t.”

 

“It might be the lab with your test results.”

 

“Yeah I know.” He shook his head. “I just don’t want to ruin this.”

 

Robin let the answering machine pick up. “Okay. I guess if it was an emergency they would page both of us so I’ll check my voicemail later. For me, waiting for the results was the worst part – I just had to know.”

 

“The point of view that your life is never going to be the same.” He paused. “What if this is that call and I’m HIV Positive?”

 

End Flashback

 

 

But he wasn’t HIV Positive. The test came back negative and they celebrated by reenacting the missing pages from Jaws.

 

That day was a turning point in their relationship even if they hadn’t realized it at the time. That day was the day Patrick finally stopped hiding and let her in and the day she realized that there was future for them. Since then they had been through so much, gunshots, psycho stalkers, even her death being faked, more than enough pain and strife for a dozen lifetimes. Through all the obstacles, every up and down, every threat, they had always managed to find their way back to each other and this time would be no different.

 

Robin made a decision - she would tell Jason exactly what she thought she needed so she could get healthy. She had to get healthy because she was going to escape from Jason’s prison and get back to her husband and children.

 

Robin had secured her children's safety, now it was time to secure her own.

[cmahorror]

I know the last two chapters were heavy on flashbacks but I thought they correlated with the current situation in this story (Robin being sick, Patrick's strep throat). I promise I am not getting lazy lol.

 

Plus, it was an excuse to find old clips and be reminded of the Patrick I love, not the one currently on screen.

 

As always, enjoy!

Cristina

 

 

Chapter 88

 

Patrick poured himself a cup of coffee and stared at the door, waiting for Anna and Robert to show up. He had barely slept at all and, when he did, his dreams were filled with memories of him and Robin. Two big ones kept coming up – the night she was shot at the Metro Court and when the lab explosion.

 

Both of those incidents were important in their own ways but they held a common thread – the pain and fear he felt, knowing he was losing her and he couldn’t do a damn thing about it. In some ways this situation was the same but, at the same time, it was different – this time he was actively involved in saving his wife. One way or another, they would find her.

 

He heard the door open and saw his dad come in, trying to be as quiet as possible. Noah looked up and saw Patrick standing across the room. Without even hesitating, Noah walked across the room and embraced his son. “It’s so good to see you – the twins?”

 

Patrick hugged his father back. “Upstairs sleeping.”

 

“Any word on Robin?” Noah had been asked by Monica to be the on-call neurosurgeon while Patrick took a leave of absence to find Robin. He had been told about the rescue of his grandchildren but had been unable to be there when they got home - he had been at the hospital most of the night treating the victim of a car accident.

 

“No, Robert and Anna will be here in 30 minutes to pick up Mac and me and we will start the search at first light.” Mac was taking a shower while Patrick made the coffee. “Felicia has the baby monitor so she can take care of the twins when they wake up.”

 

“Good, good.” Noah smiled at Patrick. “You will find her son, I know it.”

 

Patrick just nodded in agreement. Noah yawned and went to the staircase. “I am going to get some sleep but I will be here to help with Emma and twins as well. You don’t have to worry about them – just worry about finding their mom and bringing her home.” Noah felt like he needed to say something else. “I love you son.”

 

Patrick smiled back at him. “I know and I love you too. Dad, I’m going to find her.”

 

“I don’t doubt that you will. See you tonight.” Noah went upstairs and went to bed as Patrick looked at the clock. 25 more minutes and the search would start.

 

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Jason removed the thermometer from Robin’s mouth and read it. “100.2. What do you think you have?”

 

“I am pretty sure I have strep throat.” It hurt to talk but Robin needed to get her medication started ASAP.

 

“Okay, so what do you need?” Jason was ready and waiting to take care of her.

 

“Amoxicillin – 500 mgs. I’ll take it twice a day. Water, salt water to gargle with and plenty of rest.” Robin stressed the last part before she laid back down and waited for Jason’s response.

 

“Okay, I’ll check my supplies but I am not sure that Amoxicillin is one of the medications I have. Would any others work?”

 

“Why don’t you tell me what you have and I will let you know if it will work?” There were plenty of medications she could use but she didn’t have the strength to go through the whole list. Better to just have him tell her what she had to work with.

 

“We have plenty of bottles of water and I will bring you in some and set them by the bed. Is there any particular soup you want to have for lunch and supper?” Jason was determined to take the best care of her possible – far better than Patrick did when she was sick last year.

 

“Chicken noodle will be fine.” Robin closed her eyes and began drifting back to sleep.

 

“Great. Be right back.” Jason left the room and Robin fell back asleep, dreams of Patrick filling her head.

 

“Robin, come back to me.” She saw his deep brown eyes and heard his soothing, deep voice. “Don’t give up, come back to me.”

 

“I will, I promise I will.” Robin felt someone kiss her and she sat up. She opened her eyes and saw Jason sitting on the bed leaning over her. “What do you think you are doing?”

 

Jason shook his head. “You scared me; I tried to wake you but you wouldn’t open your eyes. I started talking to you. You said you were coming back to me.”

 

“I was sleeping, that’s all.” Robin reached for the bottle of water next to her and drank it all, hoping to alleviate a little of the pain in her throat. “Did you get the medicine?”

 

“All I have is Metronidazole – will that work?”

 

Robin shook her head. “Not for strep throat. Jason, I need a doctor so we can find out what is wrong and get the proper medication.”

 

“Not an option Robin. I will try and get you the correct antibiotics but, until then, we have aspirin and plenty of water.”

 

“That’s not going to work. It might help keep my fever down but it won’t fight the infection.” Robin couldn’t believe what she was hearing – Jason was putting her in the same danger Tony did. “Jason, remember Tony and what he did? He was a doctor and I almost died, what do you think you can do to help me? Any infection is dangerous to me. I need a doctor and proper antibiotics.”

 

“You are not even sure that you have strep throat – this could just be a virus and then antibiotics wouldn’t make a bit of difference anyway.” Jason stood up. “No, I think we may just be overreacting to a simple cold.”

 

“But Jason…” Robin was trying to get through to him.

 

“No, you just need to rest, drink plenty of fluids and to find something to occupy your time.”

 

Robin’s patience had reached a breaking point. “Did you learn that in medical school?” She yelled and immediately regretted it – her throat burned.

 

“Nice Robin.” He walked to the door. “I’ll bring you the aspirin and some more water. Plus, I have a Kindle filled with books, a little bit of everything. I’ll pull up any book you want.” Jason smiled at her. “Any requests?”

 

There was only one book Robin wanted to read. “Jaws.”

[cmahorror]

Chapter 89

 

Patrick slammed the car door and walked towards the house, trying not to completely lose control. It had been 2 days since the last time he saw Robin and they still hadn’t found her. Wherever Jason had her stashed away was well hidden.

 

Mac got out of the car and walked over to Patrick, putting his hand on his shoulder. “I get it – I’m frustrated too but we cannot give up. We haven’t even made it all the way around the lake yet. We will find her.”

 

“I want to believe you Mac but I’m scared. I can’t shake this feeling that something is wrong with her and she needs me to find her now.” Patrick couldn’t stop worrying. Isa’s fever had gotten worse yesterday and Dr. Rosa had done a few more tests – Isa had strep throat. Isa was now on antibiotics and it killed Patrick that he hadn’t stayed there with her today but she was being well taken care of by Felicia and his father. Robin didn’t have that luxury.

 

“We will find her and she will be fine. We have been through so much worse than this – after all, what’s strep throat compared to surgery without anesthetic?” Mac was trying to comfort Patrick as best he could. Mac had been with Robin and Patrick through so much but the first time he had felt that Patrick may be worthy of Robin was that night at the Metro Court. Seeing Patrick storm the lobby doors and offer to trade places with his wounded niece had shown Mac the kind of man he truly was – the man who would do anything to save the life of the woman he loved.

 

Patrick laughed bitterly. “I know and at least she isn’t stuck with Carly taking care of her but is Jason much better?”

 

“He loves her – that has to help a little bit.” Mac truly believed that Jason’s obsession with his niece was an advantage to them now. “I hate Jason – I always have but I know he doesn’t want any harm to come to her. That is our advantage now – he won’t go far because he wants Robin happy and healthy and the only way she can be truly happy is if she has her kids with her, no offense.”

 

Patrick shook his head. He wasn’t offended – Robin’s love for the kids was, and always would be, greater than her love for him. “That’s the way it should be Mac. I know it was hard being away from me when Jerry and Faison kidnapped her but it almost killed her to miss out on that time with Emma. Robin is the best mother those children could ever hope to have.”

 

“That’s my point – Jason knows that which means he is going to be working on getting them back to her. We have the kids safely tucked away with more guards than you can even imagine watching them. He can’t get them and without them, he won’t go very far.” Mac squeezed Patrick’s shoulder. “We will find her Patrick. We will find her and we will bring her home.”

 

Patrick nodded and looked at the door of the house. “Fresh start first thing in the morning – right?” Mac smiled at him. “Let’s go – I want to see how my kids are, especially Isa. I know my dad said her temperature is back to normal but I’ll feel better if I see it for myself.”

 

Patrick walked into the house and began checking on his children.

 

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Robin drank the water, trying to ignore the burning in her throat. She needed to take in as many fluids as possible – dehydration was not an option. She fell back on the bed and closed her eyes.

 

“How are we doing?” Jason walked in with soup for her supper. He placed the bowl down on the table and placed his hand on Robin’s forehead. “Still not quite over that fever.”

 

Robin just sat there – speaking required too much energy and hurt her throat. Instead she nodded her head.

 

“Let’s take your temperature and then I’ll help you eat.” Jason pulled out the thermometer and placed it in Robin’s mouth. Less than a minute later it beeped and Jason took it out and read it. “103. You’re not getting any better. Any advice?”

 

Robin finally spoke. “Doctor.” Her voice was weak and raspy.

 

“I may be getting the antibiotics soon, hopefully within the next 24 hours and I am working on finding the kids and bringing them home but leaving here is not an option, not now.” Jason was perfectly calm. “We have plenty of time to beat this thing.”

 

Jason helped Robin up into a sitting position and then picked up the bowl of soup. “Right now you need to eat.” Jason slowly fed her the soup - she didn’t have the strength to feed herself. She ate half the bowl before she finally raised her hand in a signal for him that she was done. Jason then brought in Robin’s protocol and helped her take it. It was a slow process but after 15 minutes they were finally done and Robin laid back down and fell asleep.

 

Jason watched her sleep for a little while and then went outside to make a call. “Max, how much longer until you get what I asked for to me?”

 

Jason smiled. “Okay, leave it where I told you and I will make arrangements to get it. Thanks.”

 

Tomorrow he would be able to get Robin what she needed. He walked back into the cabin, locking the door behind him and went into the room where Robin was sleeping. He took off his shirt and climbed into bed, holding her close in his arms. “It’s going to be okay Robin, I promise you it’s all going to be okay.”

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Chapter 90

 

Robert approached the house with great trepidation. Patrick was not going to be happy with what he had to tell him. He took a deep breath and knocked. Patrick flung open the door, Mac standing right behind him. “Just let us grab our jackets and we can get going.”

 

“That won’t be necessary – the police have called off the search around the lake. They feel that Jason has taken Robin out of the state by now and it is a waste of resources.”

 

“So?” Patrick really didn’t understand what the problem was. “That doesn’t mean that we can’t continue the search.” Patrick noticed Robert’s reaction. “What?”

 

“Anna and I have another lead we want to follow…” Robert barely got the words out before Mac jumped in.

 

“Fine, follow it but Patrick and I are going to check out the last few miles of the lake.” Mac looked at Patrick. “Ready to go?”

 

Patrick nodded, putting on his jacket and handing Mac his. Mac turned back to Robert. “Call us as soon as you hear anything and we will let you know if we find them.”

 

Robert shifted on his feet. “I don’t think that is the best idea. I mean, come on guys, neither one of you is ready to deal with Jason. Mac, you spent years trying to put the man behind bars and failed repeatedly and Patrick, you are a surgeon, not a mobster. You have never even held a gun and hand to hand combat - let's face it you need your hands to do your job.”

 

“Do you think I give a damn about my hands Robert!” Patrick shook his head. “My career means nothing without Robin.”

 

“Well then what about your kids? Alex and Isa need you to be able to change their diapers and feed them – twins are hard enough to take care of with two hands, let alone one.” Robert walked over to his son-in-law. “I know you want to help but we need to be smart about it – for everyone’s sakes.”

 

Mac stepped between the two men before anything had a chance to escalate. “Robert I get what you are saying but the truth is that I was a damn good commissioner and I will be there by Patrick’s side. We will continue the search of the lake while you and Anna follow your lead. End of story.”

 

Robert put up his hands in surrender. “Fine, we’ll check in with you in three hours – keep your cell phones handy. Call us immediately if you find her and good luck.”

 

Mac watched his brother walk out the door and turned back to Patrick. “Let’s go.”

 

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Jason stood in the living room talking on the phone. Robin was passed out in the bedroom, her fever having climbed another half a degree overnight. “Thank you Max, I really appreciate it.”

 

He hung up the phone and checked on Robin – she still sleeping. Jason made a one last phone call. “I need you to help me with something. I want you to pick up a package and bring it where I tell you to in one hour.” He paused and listened to as the person he was talking to started making excuses. “I don’t care – you owe me and you will do what I ask.”

 

Jason proceeded to give the person on the phone directions on what to do with Robin’s medicine once they got it to the drop point and then hung up the phone and went to check on Robin.

 

Jason walked back into the room and kissed Robin on the forehead then knelt down by her side. He spoke to her softly. “Hey beautiful – guess what? I got your medication or rather I will have it in just a little bit. We are going to beat this thing together. You are going to get better and we will get the kids and start a new life – far from Patrick and Port Charles. Maybe even have another baby, I mean I love Emma and twins like they are my own, but I haven’t given up on our dream of having that little girl with my eyes and your freckles.”

 

He stood up and tucked her blankets in tight around her. “I’ll be back soon.”

 

Jason walked out the door and headed to the boat. Moving quickly, he went to drop point to get Robin’s medicine.

 

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Robin heard the door slam and forced herself out of the bed. She didn’t have much time and being sick was slowing her down. She coughed and slowly made her way across the room, finding her shoes and slipping them on. Dizziness overwhelmed her and Robin sat down on the floor until it passed. Deciding to not take a chance on walking just yet, Robin crawled over to the front door. Using the doorknob as leverage, she pulled herself up off the floor and tried turning the knob. She was surprised that it opened but Jason thought she was unconscious, why would he lock the door?

 

Robin took a deep breath and headed out the door, trying to put as much distance as she could between the cabin and herself before Jason got back.

Edited May 2, 2015 by cmahorror

[cmahorror]

Chapter 91

 

Robert and Anna watched the garbage can on the corner by Jake’s, hoping Jason would be the person to come and collect the package Max had dropped off. Anna had received a text from a burner phone telling them that Max was sending medicine to Jason and that he was dropping it off here.

 

“How long have we been sitting here?” Robert stretched out and yawned.

 

Anna rolled her eyes at him. “It’s only been an hour. What’s wrong old man – getting stiff in your old age?”

 

“No, just worried about our daughter. If Max is bringing medicine than Robin is sick.” Robert looked at Anna. “Our girl is strong but if she has strep throat and it has gone untreated for days…”

 

Anna interrupted him. “You think I don’t know that. I am well aware of how dangerous something like strep throat can be to her but she is strong and wants nothing more than to get back to Patrick and her children. That will keep her strong and bring her back to us.”

 

Robert smiled at her. Her courage, strength and love for their daughter were just a few of the many qualities that still drew Robert to Anna and why, even though they weren’t together, he still loved her. “You’re right.”

 

A car pulled up and they watched someone walk up to the garbage can, reach in and take out the package Max had dropped off. Robert saw who it was and smiled. “Well, I’ll be damned.”

 

“Of course she would be the one to help him.” Anna picked up her phone and called Dante. “Get me all the phone records for Carly Corinthos – it appears she is assisting Jason in his kidnapping of Robin.”

 

Carly got into her car and took off with Anna and Robert not far behind her.

 

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Carly got out of the car and walked over to the dock. She opened up the large crate at the end of it and pulled out a lifesaver, tied the package to it and threw it into the water. She took one last look out at the water and walked back to her car. Carly got into the car and made a call. “Jax, it’s Carly. I thought I might bring Joss to Australia for a visit. When? As soon as possible – some things have been going on and I don’t want our daughter exposed to them. No, not Sonny – Jason. No, it turns out he’s not dead.”

 

Carly listened to Jax and smiled. “Really? Well, if that’s the case then Joss and I will be packed and at the airport in a couple of hours. Can’t wait to see you too.”

 

She hung up and headed home. It was time to leave Port Charles for good.

 

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Jason watched Carly from a distance as she threw the lifesaver into the water. He idled over to it and pulled it into the boat, making sure that the medicine he needed was in it.

 

He smiled and started the engine. “Alright Robin, just hang on – help is on the way.”

 

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“Mac, do you see that small dock over there?” Patrick had been using binoculars to check out the lakeside while Mac drove.

 

Mac looked at where Patrick was pointing and saw a small wooden pier with a camouflage sheet half-covering it. “I see it. Don’t worry, I’ll get us over there to check it out.”

 

Mac turned the boat towards the shore and drove them over to the area while Patrick used the binoculars to check out the area by the dock. He was gathering information about the terrain when he saw something lying on the ground that made him stop. “Mac, I think there is someone over there!”

 

Mac sped up and, within a minute, the boat was at the dock. Patrick jumped off the boat as Mac was docking it and ran to person lying face down on the shore. He gently turned them over and tears came to his eyes when he saw who it was. “Robin.”

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Chapter 92

 

Patrick tried his best to wake his wife but she remained unresponsive. “Come on Robin, open up those beautiful eyes and look at me.”

 

Mac came running over. “Patrick, how is she?”

 

Patrick looked at him. “She’s burning up. We need to get her to GH now.”

 

Mac nodded and helped Patrick gather Robin in his arms. The two men ran over to the dock and got into the boat. Patrick held Robin close as Mac got the boat started and they headed back across the lake. Mac pulled out his phone and called Robert. “We have her. She’s sick Rob, really sick.”

 

Mac looked back at the couple and saw the sweat pouring off his niece’s brow. “We’re taking her straight to GH – call Dante and meet us there. I’ll give you all the information about where we found her but not now – now we need to take care of Robin.”

 

Mac hung up the phone and prepared to dock the boat. Arresting Jason and making him pay for what he did Robin would have to wait – all that mattered now was saving his niece.

 

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“Epiphany – I need a gurney!” Patrick came running into the ER with Robin in his arms. “She’s running a high fever, I think she has a major strep infection.”

 

An orderly brought a gurney over and Patrick laid Robin down on it as Monica came running over. “Thank God you found her – where’s Jason?”

 

Patrick looked at her disbelief. “I don’t know or care, just take care of my wife.”

 

Monica turned to Epiphany. “Let security know that if they seen Jason on the grounds they are to detain him and call the Port Charles PD immediately. Under no circumstances should he be allowed anywhere near Dr. Scorpio-Drake or her family.” She turned back to Patrick. “We are going to get her blood drawn and get her started on a broad-spectrum antibiotic. You said you think it maybe strep?”

 

Patrick nodded. “Isa was diagnosed with strep throat when we got her back from Jason. I think Robin may have it as well.”

 

“Has she been conscious at all?”

 

Patrick shook his head. “No.”

 

They moved Robin to an exam room and Monica did the exam while Epiphany took her vitals. “BP is 190/100, pulse is 140, temperature is 103.7.”

 

Patrick punched the wall – shocking everyone. “Damn it! He said he loved her and yet he let her get like this. You need to check her T-cells, her CD4, her,” Patrick choked back a sob, “her viral load.”

 

Mac wrapped his arms around Patrick and tried to calm him down. “They know that Patrick. Just let Monica do her job. Let’s step outside so there are no distractions.”

 

Patrick tried to object but Mac stopped him. “You have two choices – either you walk out willingly or I pull out the cuffs I still carry with me and drag you out of here.”

 

Patrick took a few deep breaths and walked over to the gurney. He leaned over and kissed Robin’s cheek, tears flowing down his cheeks. “I’ll be right outside. I love you, beyond reason.”

 

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Jason docked the boat and walked up to the cabin. The first thing he noticed was that the front door was standing wide open. He ran into the place and straight to their bedroom. “Robin!”

 

She wasn’t there. He noticed that her shoes were gone and he walked back to the front door and tried to trace her steps. He followed the shoe prints down to a spot near the dock where they stopped. That’s when he noticed a shoe on the dock. In his hurry to get to Robin, he had missed it.

 

He ran over and picked it up – it was Robin’s. They had found her and took her away from him again. Running back to the cabin, Jason quickly gathered up his things in a backpack and headed back to the boat. It was time to find someplace to regroup. Thinking quickly he made a call. “This is Jason Quartermaine – I need the jet fueled up and ready to leave in 20 minutes. We’re headed to a small airstrip in Puerto Rico, I will give you the exact coordinates when I get there. Thank you.”

 

Jason set the boat adrift and threw the backpack on, walking over to a small shed behind the cabin. He got on his old motorcycle and headed to the airport. He needed time to regroup and plan for his and Robin’s reunion.

Edited May 3, 2015 by cmahorror

[cmahorror]

Chapter 93

 

Patrick was still pacing in the waiting room when Anna and Robert came running in. “Where is she?”

 

Mac answered for Patrick. “She’s being examined right now.”

 

Anna looked at Patrick and then back at Mac. “What is it? What aren’t you telling me?”

 

“There’s nothing to tell.” Patrick bit his lip and answered his mother-in-law. “She's burning up with fever, in all likelihood her CD4 and T-cells are down and she could be close to full blown AIDS - all because I couldn’t protect her from Jason.”

 

“Stop that!” Anna took Patrick’s face in her hands and forced him to look at her. “You found her and brought her here. If it wasn’t for your stubbornness and insistence on continuing the search today she would not have been found and she wouldn’t be here getting the proper treatment. You have saved our daughter and I know that I, for one, will be eternally grateful to you for doing it.”

 

“Me too.” Monica walked out to talk to them. “One day longer and we may have been too late to save her. Her CD4 and T-cells are low but not to the point of no return and her viral load is up but not unstable. Patrick, you were right – she does have a major strep infection but we have her on IV fluids and antibiotics. We will also be administering her protocol by IV so we can make sure to get her viral load under control. All in all, she is a very lucky girl.”

 

Patrick relaxed and smiled at Monica. “Thank you Monica.”

 

Monica hugged Patrick. “I am just so sorry that my son has caused you this much pain. Have they arrested him yet?”

 

Anna shook her head. “Mac sent us the directions and we sent the police out to the cabin but it looks like Jason had already discovered Robin was gone and disappeared. We have no idea where he is now. We have the airlines on alert in case he tries to leave the country.”

 

“Unless he…” Monica pulled out her phone and made a call. “Yes, this is Dr. Quartermaine – I want to take the company jet to…”

 

Everyone watched as Monica shook her head. “Where? Of course, please let me know when the jet returns. Thank you.”

 

Monica turned to the group. “Jason took off in the Quartermaine jet 45 minutes ago headed to Puerto Rico.”

 

Robert shook his head. “Is there any way to turn it around?”

 

“Do you really think that Jason went on that plane without a gun?” Mac was the one to speak up. “Jason will make sure that he lands in Puerto Rico. Can we call the local police, have them waiting at the airport for him?”

 

Anna thought about it. “We can sure as hell try. I’ll call Dante and have him get in touch with them.”

 

Patrick was confused. “Why Puerto Rico - why not a place with no extradition?”

 

Mac sighed. “Because Sonny owns a small island near there. I would bet anything that Puerto Rico is just a place for Jason to stop. He’ll get off the plane and take a boat from there. The island is in international waters - once he gets there extradition is off the table.”

 

“So maybe he will stay there.” Patrick was trying to find a positive in this news. “He stays there to avoid going to jail and Robin and I get to live in peace.”

 

Robert didn’t believe it but he knew Patrick needed to. “Let’s hope he does.”

 

“Let me know if you find him.” Monica smiled at Patrick. “Jason needs to face the music and take his punishment for what he has done to you and Robin. Meanwhile, I imagine that you want to see your wife. We have her all settled in her room so go be with her.”

 

Patrick looked at his in-laws and all three gave him the go ahead. “Mac and Robert and I are going to talk to Dante. We’ll be in to visit in a little bit. Go on Patrick.”

 

Patrick didn’t need to be told twice. He darted down the hall and to his wife’s side. Sitting down next to her, he took her hand in his and kissed it gently. “You have no idea how happy I am to see you. You scared the hell out of me – you know that?”

 

Robin didn’t respond so he kept talking, releasing all of the emotions he had been keeping in. “You know what I kept thinking about – that night at the Metro Court when you were shot and I couldn’t get to you. I drove everyone crazy that night, including Mac, trying to do anything I could for you. I tried to trade my life for yours but Jerry wouldn’t budge and, let’s face it, you are better looking. Then I talked Emily through the surgery, praying that my instructions were good enough to buy you more time. I even punched out the mayor – though I have to admit I enjoyed that greatly, Floyd's an ass.”

 

Patrick reached over and gently stroked her face. “Did I ever tell you that I tried to convince your Uncle Mac to let me go in with the cops and pull you out? I don’t think I did – not one of my brighter ideas. I was just so anxious to see you and hold you again that all reason and logic left my mind. You are the only person to make me feel that way.”

 

Patrick got up and sat down on the bed, needing to be closer to her. “The other thing I kept thinking about was the afternoon of the lab explosion. We were so happy. Your protocol was working again and your mom was back to spend time with you. Ironically enough, you had just found a way to save Jason and I was in the lab when there was a chemical spill and you came up and saved me. But that wasn’t enough for you – no, you had to save Jason too. You ran back in to get his medicine.”

 

Tears flowed down his face. “I don’t think I will ever be able to completely explain the pain I felt when that lab exploded. I wanted to get you out of there but I couldn’t. I wanted to be your hero and I wasn’t. I didn’t save you. When you came back I thought we were finally free to live our lives together but Cassadine and Jason had other ideas. That is all over now - Victor is dead and Jason has left the country. If he steps foot back into Port Charles he will be arrested. The twins and Emma are safe with Felicia and my dad and you are here. You are going to get better and we are going to go home and live the rest of our lives together.”

 

He wiped away the tears. “But you have to be awake to do it. In fact, I would love to hear your voice right now. You know what I miss - I miss you yelling at me for convincing a patient to have surgery instead of going with your protocol or for leaving my wet towels on the floor or giving Emma a huge bowl of ice cream. You have such a passion for everything and it, quite frankly, is a little bit of a turn on when you yell at me. So what do you say Scorpio, why don't you wake up and start yelling at me.”

 

He kissed Robin softly and closed his eyes waiting for a sign that she was waking up.

 

“That’s Scorpio-Drake to you.” The voice was weak, but it was hers. Patrick opened his eyes and saw the most beautiful brown eyes in the world looking at him.

 

Patrick smiled at her. “Damn right it is.”

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Chapter 94

 

“How’s my favorite niece doing?” Mac walked in with flowers and smiled at Robin. It had been a day since Robin had been rescued and she was improving by leaps and bounds. Her fever had gone down and was hovering at 100, her CD4 and T-cell counts were steadily rising and her viral load was getting close to undetectable again. Monica was hopeful that, if all went well, Robin would be able to be released within the next few days.

 

Patrick answered for her. “Don’t let Emma hear you say that.”

 

Robin nodded her head in agreement and gave her uncle a big smile. She was supposed to talk as little as possible while she recovered from her illness. It didn’t matter – Patrick knew her well enough to answer for her.

 

“She and Isa are my great-nieces, not my niece.” Mac gave Robin a kiss on the cheek and handed her the flowers. “For you.”

 

Robin mouthed thank you and smelled them. Patrick took the flowers from her and placed them on the window sill before sitting down on the bed with her. Robin sat up and turned so that Patrick could wrap his arms around her and hold her close. Robin leaned her head against his chest and sighed in contentment.

 

“It’s good to see you back where you belong.” Mac leaned back in his chair and gave the couple a little smirk.

 

“It’s good to have her back where she belongs.” Robin cuddled in closer to Patrick as her gently rubbed her back. “A few more days and we will be home with the kids but first we have to get you healthy. I can’t do those 2am feedings by myself.”

 

Robin just closed her eyes and relaxed. She never felt safer than when she was in Patrick’s arms.

 

Mac noticed how tired Robin was and leaned over in his chair. “I won’t stay long – I know you still need to rest but I wanted to give you an update on Jason.”

 

Robin tensed up and Patrick pulled her in closer. “It’s okay - whatever it is, we can handle it.”

 

Mac took a deep breath. “It looks like Jason made it to Sonny’s island. The plane landed on a small strip by a beach. The pilot said he saw Jason board a boat as soon as he got off the plane.”

 

“So that’s it, right? Jason is gone and if he steps foot back in Port Charles we can him have arrested for kidnapping Robin.” Patrick was hopeful that this was the light at the end of the tunnel he’d been praying for.

 

Mac considered the best way to proceed. “Diane has already been in touch with Scott Baldwin. She is claiming extenuating circumstances regarding all charges against Jason.”

 

Robin shook her head and opened her mouth to say something when Patrick put his hand over her mouth and spoke for the both of them. “What extenuating circumstances?”

 

“Multiple injuries and surgeries to the brain and the brainwashing efforts of Victor Cassadine. Diane is claiming that Jason cannot be held responsible for what he has done because of he is the victim of brain damage and manipulation.” Mac hated telling them this but better coming from him than Diane or Scott.

 

Patrick groaned while he considered this new information. “What if I testify that Jason’s brain trauma did not lead to him making the choices he made? I am one of the top neurosurgeons in the country.”

 

“Who is also married to the victim.” Mac was understood what Patrick was saying but testifying wasn’t the answer. “Face it Patrick, you cannot possibly be impartial when it comes to Jason – there is just too much history there. Diane will bring in a doctor to back his claim and Scott will find a different doctor to rebut it but you will not be that doctor.”

 

Patrick looked down at his wife and gave her a small smile. “You know what, it doesn’t matter what he claims – we know the truth.” He turned back to Mac. “I want an order of protection for her and the kids.”

 

Monica had come by this morning with the new DNA test results that proved, once and for all, that Patrick was Isa and Alex’s father. He had immediately called Alexis who went straight to the courthouse and filed all the necessary paperwork to officially change the father’s name to Patrick and the twins names from Quartermaine to Scorpio-Drake. The new birth certificates should be delivered to their house by the end of the month.

 

“Until we get the updated birth certificates, you can’t file on behalf of the kids.” Robin began angrily gesturing to herself and Mac caught on to what she meant. “But you can Robin. I suggest you call Alexis and have her file the paperwork ASAP.”

 

Robin nodded and looked at Patrick. “You want me to do this now?”

 

Robin rolled her eyes at him. Patrick laughed and gave her a kiss on the forehead. He then got up off the bed and walked over to the door. “I’ll have her draw up the paperwork right now and bring it over.”

 

Robin mouthed thank you to him and then I love you. Patrick beamed brightly at her. “I love you too.” He looked at Mac. “Take care of her until I get back?”

 

“Of course.” Patrick left and Mac turned back to his niece. “Your husband is gone so you can tell me the truth – are you really okay?”

 

Robin nodded and the reached for the pad of paper and pen next to her bed. When it was just her and Patrick, she didn’t need it. The two of them had moved beyond words years ago but with everyone else it was necessary. Carefully she wrote her answer. “I’m home and away from Jason, of course I’m okay. Is Isa really doing better?”

 

Mac took Robin’s hand in his. “I promise you – all three children are doing great. They are getting spoiled rotten by all the grandparents and a certain great-uncle.”

 

Robin smiled and then bit her lip before asking her next question. Tears filled her eyes as she wrote. “He’s going to get away with it, isn’t he?”

 

Mac felt a pain in his heart as he recognized the fear in Robin’s question. She wasn’t worried about herself; she was worried about Patrick and the kids. “Not if I can help it.” Mac wiped away the tear that slowly slid down her cheek. “Now why don’t you close your eyes and get some rest. Jason is out of the country, so you don’t have to worry about him today. Take advantage of this quiet time while you can.”

 

Robin wanted to argue but she was too exhausted. She was still recovering and she needed every minute of sleep she could get to help her fully recover. She nodded her head at Mac and told him she loved him before closing her eyes and drifting off to sleep.

[cmahorror]

Chapter 95

 

“How is she Diane?” Jason sat on the beach staring at the water while talking to his lawyer.

 

“Dr. Scorpio-Drake is currently in the hospital but she is expected to make a full recovery.” Diane rolled her eyes and went back to her notes. “Now we need to talk about you. The second set of tests came in and proved that you are not the father of Alex and Isa. Alexis has already filed the paperwork to have you removed as their father from their birth certificates and to change their names from Quartermaine to Scorpio-Drake.”

 

Jason sighed. He had hoped to get Robin and the kids back with him before that happened but that was impossible now. Jason realized that it just meant he had to come up with a new strategy for getting his family back together. “Ok – what does that mean for me?”

 

“Since the test results didn’t come in until after you left with Robin and the children for your 'family vacation', I can get the kidnapping charges against Alex and Isa thrown out. Legally speaking, you were their father and they were placed in the vehicle by their mother willingly. The bigger issue is going to be Robin – she is saying that you took her to the house in the woods without her permission and would not let her leave. We also have multiple eyewitnesses to the fact that you held a gun on the woman and dragged her into your car.” Diane laid out the prosecution’s case for him as best she could.

 

Jason scoffed at the statement about witnesses. “Robin’s parents and her husband are hardly reliable witnesses – they would say anything to destroy the bond Robin and I have.”

 

Diane considered what he was saying – she could work with that. “And Detective Falconeri?”

 

Jason gave a hollow laugh. “The man has already committed perjury before, remember? I’m sure that you will be able to trip him up and get him to admit to lying on the stand regarding his being shot by Sonny. He is close to Anna and I have no doubts that you will be able to show that he is willing to lie to protect her reputation.”

 

He heard Diane ruffle some papers. “I should able to get the charges reduced to unlawful restraint and get you a good deal but you will have to come back to Port Charles and turn yourself in. You do that, let them arrest you and spend some time in jail while I work on the plea bargain and there is a good chance I will be able to get you time served, a fine and probation. It is just a matter of seeing if I can get the charge knocked down to a misdemeanor or if it will stay a felony.”

 

Jason considered his options. Diane was right – he needed to go back to Port Charles. “I’ll be there in 2 days to turn myself in. Is there any word on the Bale investigation?”

 

“My understanding is that the investigation is closed. They never did find the murder weapon and, since Dr. Scorpio-Drake has no recollection of the shooting, no evidence that it didn’t happen the way you said. There are some discrepancies with the wound Ms. Bale sustained and your story but without the gun or an eyewitness, the investigation has gone as far as it can go.”

 

“Is there anything else I need to know before I head home?” Jason wanted all his ducks in a row before he turned himself in.

 

“Yes – a temporary restraining order has been issued against you. You are not to come within a hundred feet of Robin, the children or Patrick. I highly advise you to follow that order; it will show that you are willing to obey the law and respect your ex-girlfriend’s wishes.”

 

Jason shook his head – of course Drake would pull that. “Of course I will Diane. I will meet you at the Port Charles police department in two days. I will let you know an exact time later.”

 

“Certainly Mr. Quartermaine. I will inform the police once you finalize your plans. See you in two days.”

 

Diane hung up the phone and went back to work. The truth was that she could care less what happened to Jason – it was Max she was worried about. If the PCPD got the kidnapping charges to stick than Max could be charged as an accessory after the fact and, with his record, they were definitely talking jail time. But if Diane got the kidnapping charges dropped then Max was in the clear as an accessory. The police never spoke to him about Robin’s disappearance and there was no evidence that Max had fired the shot that hit Mac. Getting the charge dropped against Jason meant Max was home free.

 

Diane reviewed her motion. She had originally planned to go for a dismissal based on the brain surgeries and brainwashing Jason had undergone but decided that would open a can of worms that she did not want opened. If she was able to successfully make that argument then Jason could go after Patrick in court for malpractice. Patrick was an excellent surgeon and Diane would hate to see his career ruined because of her. Jason had already caused Dr. Drake and his family enough pain. No, the plea bargain was the best avenue to pursue for all parties involved.

 

Diane poured herself another cup of coffee and returned to her work - she had a long night ahead of her.