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[cmahorror]

Chapter 96

 

Patrick tucked the blanket in tight around Robin’s legs. “Are you okay, warm enough?”

 

Robin smiled at him and nodded her head. She had been released from the hospital after a 5 day stay and she was home again, finally. “I’m fine.” She patted the couch. “Sit down with me.”

 

Patrick moved around the room, seemingly not even hearing her. “Do you want some tea or water? A snack maybe?”

 

Robin giggled and had a flashback to when she was pregnant with Emma. Patrick had gone to get pizza and come back to find her passed out on the floor. She had been fine, it was a minor problem that was fixed quickly, but once she was released and brought home Patrick had gone into massive hover mode, moving all around her little apartment trying to make sure she had everything she needed. He was acting the same way now.

 

“All I want is for you to sit down here with me and tell me what’s wrong. Jason’s in jail, my viral load is almost back to nearly undetectable and the kids are on their way home. So tell me what has you so frazzled?” Robin was surprised that Patrick wasn’t calmer now that Jason had turned himself in.

 

Patrick stopped and sat down next to her. “I love you so much.”

 

Robin reached over and took his hand in hers. “And I love you so much. You’re not going anywhere Drake until you spill – so what’s going on in the pretty little head of yours?”

 

Patrick eased himself back on the couch and pulled Robin in close to him. “When I found you lying on the shore like that,” he took a few moments to collect his thoughts, “you were burning up and I couldn’t get you to wake up, Robin, I was so scared. I had finally found you and I was so scared that I was too late to save you.”

 

Robin looked at him and saw the tears flowing down his cheeks. She reached up and wiped them away. “But you did save me, you found me and I’m alive because of you. You heard what Monica said – another day and I might have full blown AIDS right now instead of an almost undetectable viral load. That’s because of you.”

 

“I know you say that but…”

 

Robin put her hand over his mouth. “Patrick, you saved me. I am here with you now because of your determination and love. You are my hero and don’t you ever doubt it.”

 

“I should have done more Robin, I should have stopped him before he took you.” Patrick was filled with regret. “I was convinced that he would try something and I still left you alone with him.”

 

“Patrick,” Robin gently stroked her husband’s face, “you had no idea how far he would go – none of us did. The important thing is we are home and everyone is healthy. Let’s concentrate on that, okay?”

 

“Okay.” Patrick kissed her and pulled her back against his chest so he could rest his chin on her head. “I missed this – just being with you and holding you like this.”

 

“I missed this too.” Robin reached up and started playing with the buttons on his shirt. “How long until the kids get home?”

 

Patrick leaned back and realized that she had managed to unbutton the first few buttons on his shirt without him noticing. “Why Mrs. Scorpio-Drake – are you trying to seduce me?”

 

Robin gave him her best smirk. “It took you long enough to figure it out. You know, Dr. Galvan gave me full clearance to resume, um, all activities.”

 

Patrick leaned over and kissed her again. “Really?” Robin nodded. “Well then I guess I can give you a proper homecoming.”

 

Before Robin could say anything else, Patrick lifted her off the couch and carried her to their room.

 

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“Mommy!” Emma ran into the house and sat down on the couch next to Robin. She wrapped her arms around her mom and hugged her tight. “I missed you.”

 

Robin picked up Emma and placed her in her lap. “I missed you too. Were you good for Aunt Felicia and Uncle Mac?”

 

“Yep – I even helped out with Isa and Alex.” Emma was proud of herself for helping feed the twins and even changing a couple of diapers. “Just ask Aunt Felicia.”

 

“Yes she was.” Felicia walked in carrying Isa while Mac had Alex. “She helped with suppertime and bath time – she is a wonderful big sister.”

 

Robin hugged Emma again. “I never doubted it.”

 

“Are you feeling better Mommy?” Daddy had told her that Mommy had gotten sick helping her friend.

 

“I am much better, especially now that I have you and your brother and sister back home with us.” Robin smiled gleefully at the two children wriggling around in Felicia and Mac’s arms.

 

Mac laughed. “I think they are as anxious to see you as you are to see them.” Moving carefully, he placed Alex in Robin’s arms while Felicia sat down next to her with Isa.

 

Robin couldn’t help but cry a little bit at how much they had grown. She knew they, like Emma, would not remember the time she was gone but she always would. “You are both so big. Mommy missed you all so much.”

 

Patrick walked in right as the tears fell and handed Robin a tissue. “Are you alright?”

 

“Are you kidding – our children are home with us, I couldn’t be better.”

 

Patrick sat down on the couch and took Isa from Felicia. “What do you say baby girl – you glad to be home?” Isa smiled at him and everyone laughed. “I’ll take that as a yes.”

 

Mac and Felicia sat down and started talking to Robin and Patrick about everything the kids had done over the past weeks with them. It was relaxing and fun and everything the family needed at that moment.

 

And then the moment was broken with a phone call.

 

Patrick answered his phone and looked at Robin. “I understand. Yes, we’ll be there.” Patrick smiled at Emma. “How about you go upstairs and check out your room – I think there may be a new movie up there for you.”

 

The little girl squealed with delight and ran up the stairs. Robin bit her lip and took a deep breath. “What is it Patrick, what happened?”

 

“That was Scott Baldwin – he wants to talk to us about the plea bargain they are planning to make with Jason.”

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Chapter 97

 

Mac jumped off the couch. “Deal? What kind of deal?”

 

“I don’t know Mac.” Patrick placed Isa on his chest and leaned Robin back so he could see their little boy. “He didn’t go into details, just that he wants to meet with us tomorrow at 11. I know it’s a lot to ask but could you watch the twins so we don’t have to take them with us? Emma will be in school so…”

 

Mac interrupted Patrick’s rambling. “We would be more than happy to watch the kids. I think you should call Alexis so she can be there as well – it wouldn’t hurt to have someone there on your side.”

 

Patrick nodded. “What do you think Robin?”

 

“I think I want this over with. Please call Alexis and see if she can meet us tomorrow.” Robin had a bad feeling that this deal was not going to go their way but she wouldn’t tell Patrick that. She smiled at him. “But first, why don’t you order in some Chinese and we can have dinner with Mac and Felicia. I’m really in the mood for some pot stickers.”

 

Patrick, Mac and Felicia began discussing what to get for dinner as Robin laid a sleeping Alex down in his bassinet. “It’s almost over baby boy,” she watched as Patrick and Mac laughed at a face Isa made, “at least I hope it is.”

 

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Patrick held Robin’s hand as they made their way into Scott Baldwin’s office. “Good morning Robin,” Scott smiled at her and then scowled at Patrick, “Dr. Drake.”

 

Patrick just nodded at him. Scott was surprised when Alexis came in behind the couple. “What are you doing here?”

 

“Patrick and Robin wanted someone they trusted in here with them today.” Alexis shot Scott a dirty look and then smiled. “You understand, of course.”

 

“Of course I do but you understand that the final decision as to whether or not to accept this deal comes from me.” Scott sat down behind his desk and pulled out a file. “Here is where we stand right now. There will be no kidnapping charges filed against Jason for taking Isa and Alex – legally he was their father at the time and Robin did take them with her when she willingly got into his car.”

 

Patrick and Robin looked at each other and sighed. They had expected that.

 

“As for the other kidnapping charge, with regards to Robin, a plea deal has been presented that we think will satisfy all parties. Jason has agreed to plead guilty to felony unlawful restraint.” Scott didn’t get any further and Patrick interrupted him.

 

“I’m sorry, unlawful restraint? He held a gun on her and us and threw her into a vehicle. He tied her up and took her to a secluded cabin where she almost died because he refused to get her help.” Robin took Patrick’s hand in his and tried to calm him down.

 

Scott shook his head and looked at the couple. “As I was saying, Jason has agreed to plead guilty to felony unlawful restraint. He will be sentenced to one year in jail minus time served, 3 years probation after his release and a $10,000 fine. In addition there will be a permanent restraining order issued forbidding Jason from coming within 100 feet of Robin, the children and you.”

 

Patrick stood up and started pacing the room. “This is unbelievable! This man spent years literally getting away with murder in this town and now he gets away with kidnapping my wife and children.”

 

“Let me make something very clear – this deal is in your best interest Dr. Drake.” Scott stood up and walked around the desk. “If we go to trial, Diane Miller has every intention of using Jason’s brain surgeries as a defense. She is going to claim that you made a mistake during one of his surgeries which led to his brain damage. If he is found innocent, then he could sue you for malpractice.”

 

Robin’s heart sank at Scott’s words. Diane was a brilliant attorney and she knew that Robin would not let anyone tarnish her husband’s reputation. She stood up and went over to her husband, holding him close. “Hey – he’s not worth it. He is not worth losing your career over.”

 

Patrick gently placed his palm against her cheek and Robin leaned into it. “He’s not, but you and the kids are.”

 

“I love you for that but Scott’s right, as much as I hate to say it, this may be the best for us. He will go to jail and he will pay for what he did.” Patrick hugged her close and she turned back to Scott.

 

Before Robin could say a word, Alexis decided to ask a question. “What about Carly and Max?”

 

Both Carly and Max had been indicted, in absentia, as accessories to the kidnapping of Robin. Carly was in Australia with Jax and Max had disappeared right after Robin’s rescue.

 

“Since the kidnapping charges have been dropped, the accessory charges have also been dropped. Both Carly and Max are free to come back to Port Charles without worry of being arrested.” Scott sat back down at his desk. “Are there any other questions?”

 

Patrick shook his head and held on to Robin tight. Alexis looked at the couple and then back at Scott. “What about reckless endangerment – his refusal to give Robin medicine nearly killed her and he should be held responsible for it.”

 

“I will discuss it with Diane but I am positive that they only way he will agree to that is if the sentence is ran concurrently with his sentence for unlawful restraint.” Scott had hoped that Alexis wouldn’t bring that particular charge up.

 

“Throw in felony reckless endangerment with an extra year of jail time, we both know he won’t serve the full term, and add a year to his probation.” Scott started to talk but Alexis cut him off. “If Jason truly wants to show remorse for what he did to Robin, he’ll agree.”

 

Alexis turned to Robin and Patrick. “Are you ready to go?” They both nodded and headed for the door. “I’ll expect a call in a few hours informing me that Jason has accepted the new plea bargain. If not, we go to every newspaper in the state with the story of how the District Attorney of Port Charles is protecting the criminal as opposed to helping the victim, starting with his own son. Understood?”

 

Scott stood there fuming but knew he was stuck. Alexis would do it in a heartbeat and had plenty of evidence to back her up. “Yes, I understand.”

 

Alexis smiled at him. “Good.” She turned back to Patrick and Robin. “Come on, I’m in the mood for a cheeseburger at Kelly’s – your treat.”

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Chapter 98

 

“That’s it – 2 years in jail, a small fine and 4 years probation.” Robert was livid. “That man nearly killed my daughter and he gets away with basically a slap on the wrist!”

 

Robin had chosen to meet up with her parents and Mac at Mac’s house to tell them about the plea bargain by herself. Patrick had a surgery scheduled and Robin saw no reason to postpone the patient’s treatment. They had been at lunch with Alexis when Scott called and told them that Jason had agreed to the changes to the plea bargain. His official sentencing would be in two days and then he would be shipped off to Pentonville to serve his time.

 

Anna watched Robin carefully. Robin was sitting on the couch playing with the tassels on a throw pillow. There was more to this plea bargain than Robin was saying. “What aren’t you telling us Robin?”

 

“There is a permanent restraining order in place to keep him away from Patrick, the kids and I.”

 

“And…” Robert had picked up on it too; there was something Robin was hiding from them.

 

Robin shook her head. “It sucks to have spies for parents sometimes. Scott said that Diane was planning to use Jason’s brain surgeries as his defense, basically saying that Patrick made a mistake during one of the procedures and he was responsible for Jason’s actions. If Jason were found innocent he could go after Patrick for malpractice and destroy his career and reputation. I won’t have that – he shouldn’t have to pay for my mistake.”

 

Anna was confused. “What mistake?”

 

“Going with Jason that day, getting involved with him again, trusting him – take your pick. There’s a whole list to choose from.” Robin looked down as she spoke, still upset that her choice to trust Jason had led to this.

 

“Those weren’t mistakes Robin. You did what you thought was best at the time – you had no idea how far gone Jason was. As for getting involved with him again, you didn’t know who he was. The man you got involved with and married in Paris is a completely different man than the one who took you. You are in no way responsible for his decisions or this obsession he developed with you. You told him in no uncertain terms that you loved Patrick and you wanted to be with Patrick – Jason didn’t love you enough to respect that.” Anna was desperate to get her daughter to understand that Jason was responsible for Jason’s actions.

 

“You know, your mother and I don’t agree on a lot but, in this case, she’s right. Everyone liked Zach, including me. I met him in Paris and that man would have never done the things Jason did to you. He was a completely different man – worthy of your trust and love.” Robert wanted, no needed, his daughter to forgive herself.

 

“But even after I knew the truth, I still let him be a part of our lives.”

 

Anna sat down next to Robin and took her hands in hers. “Listen to me – you made the right decision at the time. Jason would have done anything to be close to you and the babies, including suing you for visitation. Diane was Patrick’s lawyer all those years ago when you were pregnant with Emma and I have no doubts that, one way or another, Jason would have used that against you. Plus, you couldn’t be sure that the twins weren’t his – you were playing it smart.”

 

Robert sat down on the other side of Robin and wrapped his arm around her. “You are in no way responsible for Jason’s actions. He knew what he was doing was wrong and he did it anyway. He knew you wanted to be with Patrick and the children as a family and it was his own selfishness that caused him to do this – not brain damage, not Patrick’s surgeries, and most certainly not you.”

 

Robin nodded her head. “Well, he’s going to jail and I hope that some time and distance will help him get over whatever it is he feels about me.”

 

Anna smiled at Robin. “Me too. But you have the restraining order and I will not hesitate to enforce it.”

 

Mac had been sitting in a chair next to the couch, watching and listening to everything carefully. “Robin, you know that we love you and we will do everything in our power to protect you, Patrick and the children. Jason is in jail and I think my big brother and I can come up with a state of the art security system that we can install at your house long before Jason is released.”

 

Robin smiled at him. She loved her parents dearly but Mac was the dependable parent. If he said they would install a security system, it was as good as done. “Thank you Uncle Mac.”

 

“So when is the official sentencing hearing?” Robert had every intention of being there to watch Jason get his punishment.

 

“Two days. Patrick and I aren’t going – I don’t want to see him again.” Patrick had wanted to go but Robin talked him out of it.

 

“Well, we’ll go for you – right Anna?” Robert winked at his ex-wife.

 

“Of course we will, Mac?” Anna turned to her former brother-in-law.

 

“I’ve been waiting for years to see that man go to jail – I wouldn’t miss it for the world.”

 

“Thank you.” Robin reached over and took Mac’s hand. “Thank you for everything.” Robin smiled as she heard a small cry coming from the baby monitor. “I think Alex is hungry – I’ll get him.”

 

Robin walked up the stairs and Mac looked at Robert and Anna. “She is going to need all of our help to get through this and we will be by her side no matter what – agreed?”

 

Anna nodded at him. “Agreed.”

 

Robert took a look at the stairs and then back at Mac. “Agreed.”

[Whitney414]

cmahorror, I found your stories last week and have mainlined all of them.  Thanks for doing this - your stories are fabulous!

[cmahorror]

Thank you Whitney414! I'm happy that you are enjoying them.

 

 

Chapter 99

 

“Hear ye, hear ye, the fifth district court of Port Charles is now in session – the honorable Judge Thomas DeNardi presiding.”

 

The judge walked into the courtroom and everyone stood. “Please be seated.”

 

Mac, Robert and Anna were sitting in the galley, just like they had promised Robin they would be. Jason and Diane sat at the defense table while Scott represented the city of Port Charles from his chair across from them.

 

The judge continued. “We are here in the case of the people versus Jason Quartermaine. I understand a plea bargain has been reached?”

 

Scott Baldwin stood up and nodded. “Yes your honor. Mr. Quartermaine has agreed to plead guilty to felony unlawful restraint and reckless endangerment. The details of the agreement are in the brief I submitted.”

 

The judge opened up the folder in front of him and read the agreement. “Mr. Quartermaine, please stand.” Jason and Diane stood up. “I understand that you have agreed to plead guilty to felony unlawful restraint and reckless endangerment?”

 

“Yes your honor.” Jason stood there with his hands clamped together, polite and innocent.

 

“Very good.” The judge read the brief one last time. “It is my opinion that, by turning himself in to the prosecuting attorney, the defendant has shown remorse for his actions. It is also my understanding the defendant has had numerous brain surgeries and that there is also some concern about possible diminished capacity.”

 

Diane was surprised – she hadn’t mentioned any of that in her brief. She looked at Jason who just stared straight ahead, a little smile forming on his face.

 

“In light of these factors, I will approve the plea bargain. It is at my discretion, however, whether or not to suspend the defendants jail time.”

 

Mac looked over at Anna in disbelief – this couldn’t be happening.

 

“Mr. Quartermaine, you have pled guilty to felony unlawful restraint and reckless endangerment. You are hereby sentenced to 2 years in prison, 4 years probation and a $10,000 fine. I am ordering that your prison term be suspended on the condition that you complete your probation. If you break the law at any point in time, including violating the restraining order against Dr. Scorpio-Drake and her family, you will be immediately remanded into custody and taken to jail to serve your full sentence. Do you understand your sentence as I have explained it?”

 

Jason nodded his head. “Yes your honor.”

 

“Very well then. Court is adjourned.” The judge banged his gavel and started to get up.

 

Scott finally started to argue. “Your honor, I object.”

 

Judge DiNardi sat back down. “On what grounds counselor?”

 

“Mr. Quartermaine has a known criminal history and is a danger to his victim and her family. I must say that I strenuously object to his sentence being suspended.”

 

The judge stared Scott down. “His criminal history was before this last surgery, correct?” Scott nodded. “And we have a permanent restraining order in place protecting the victim and her family, correct?” Scott nodded again. “Then I do not see a problem. As I have explained, if Mr. Quartermaine violates his probation, he will go straight to jail to serve his full two years. Objection overruled.”

 

DiNardi banged the gavel one last time and left the room. The bailiff spoke. “This session of the fifth district court of Port Charles is now adjourned.”

 

Jason turned to Diane and smiled and then looked back at Mac.

 

Mac glared at the man and then turned to Robert and Anna. “Rob, go to the hospital and talk to Patrick and tell him what just happened – it’ll be better if the news comes from one of us. I’ll go talk to Robin and Anna, you need to see if you can reopen the file on Jessie Bale and work with Dante to figure out what happened the night Jessie was shot. We need to find that murder weapon and evidence that Jason killed her – it may be the only way to make sure Jason goes to jail and stays there.”

 

Anna glanced angrily at Jason and then looked back at Mac. “It would help if I knew where he could have possibly stashed that gun – you have been around Jason and Robin from the beginning, do you have any ideas Mac?”

 

Mac thought about it for a minute and then smiled as he realized exactly where Jason had put the gun. “I am so stupid – the bridge.”

 

Robert was confused. “The bridge?”

 

“The one Jason had built so Robin had a place to remember Stone – the same one we followed him from when we rescued the twins. I bet he threw it into the river from the bridge.”

 

“Then we better hope that the current didn’t wash it away. I’ll see about getting some help to dredge the river.” Anna smiled at Mac. “I’ll see you both later – I’m going fishing.”

Edited May 8, 2015 by cmahorror

[cmahorror]

Somehow, and I am not sure how, this turned from a story into a saga. I never dreamed when I began this story that I would reach Chapter 100, but here we are lol.

 

 

Chapter 100

 

Patrick walked up the nurse’s desk with a spring in his step that Epiphany couldn’t help but notice. “And what has you in such a wonderful mood today – as if I have to ask?”

 

He laid the chart he was carrying down on the desk and gave Epiphany his best smile. “You mean besides the fact that I have my beautiful wife and children at home waiting for me? How about the fact that Jason Morgan is finally going to be exactly where he belongs tonight – behind bars.”

 

“Well that explains it. And how much longer do we get to bask in this glorious mood of yours?” Epiphany loved to give him a hard time but there was no malice behind it – she loved Patrick and Robin as if they were her own.

 

Patrick looked at the clock on the wall. “Another 10 minutes and I am heading home.”

 

“Well far be it from me to delay you, but I’m afraid that we need to talk first.” Patrick turned around to see his father-in-law standing behind him.

 

“What did he do?” Patrick knew that Robert had been at the sentencing hearing.

 

“Is there someplace private we can talk?” Patrick wasn’t going to take this news well and Robert wanted to avoid a scene.

 

Patrick looked at Epiphany and she pointed to Exam Room 3 before he could say a word. Patrick led Robert into the room and slammed the door. “Just tell me Robert.”

 

Robert took a deep breath before telling him. “We don’t know how but, uh, Jason managed to get to the judge.”

 

“What do you mean, did the charges get thrown out?” Patrick knew that he should have gone to the hearing.

 

“No but he isn’t going to spend any time in jail. The judge suspended his jail term and sent him straight to probation.”

 

“Son of a bitch.” Patrick kicked the exam table. “How the hell do we get rid of this bastard?”

 

“We’re working on something. We are going to try and build a case against him for Jessie Bale’s murder.” Robert was hoping this would placate the doctor just a little bit.

 

“Do you have a new lead? I thought Anna had said the case was closed.” Patrick never believed Jason’s story but without a gun they hadn’t been able to prove anything.

 

“Mac thinks that Jason may have taken the gun and thrown it off the bridge. If he put it into something before he threw it in – it may contain the evidence we need to prosecute him. Anna and Dante are working on it right now.” Robert watched Patrick carefully to gauge his reaction.

 

“Okay – how soon before he is released?”

 

“Any moment now.” Patrick ran for the door but Robert stopped him. “Mac is with Robin and the children, he went there to tell her and I came here to tell you.”

 

Patrick relaxed a little bit – Mac would protect her and the kids. “Okay, let’s go. My wife needs me at home a hell of a lot more than they need me here.”

 

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“Uncle Mac.” Robin opened the door and threw her arms around her uncle. “You have perfect timing – I need someone to dry the bottles while I wash them.” She handed him a dishtowel and led him to kitchen. “Gotta take advantage of the twins nap time.”

 

Mac smiled at her and stood by her at the sink. The kitchen was spotless which meant Robin was on a cleaning binge which meant she was nervous about something. “I can see you’ve been busy today. Any particular reason?”

 

“No, it just needed to be done. Patrick tries but he isn’t exactly Mr. Clean you know.” She scrubbed each bottle thoroughly and then rinsed them in hot water before handing them to Mac. “And he works so hard at the hospital…”

 

Mac took her hand in his and stopped her hands from scrubbing the last bottle. He took it from her and set it back down in the sink. “Robin…”

 

Robin lowered her head and then looked up at her uncle with tears in her eyes. “He got away with it, didn’t he?”

 

Mac pulled her in his arms and held her close. “He still pled guilty but he isn’t going to jail. The judge suspended his sentence.” Mac gently rubbed Robin’s back in an attempt to comfort her. “He still has to serve out his probation and the restraining order is enforce. Your Dad and I have the security company coming to install a brand new system tomorrow and tonight we will have a guard outside your house.”

 

Mac gently placed his hand under her chin and lifted her head until she was looking at him. “We will protect you, the children and Patrick. Trust us, okay?”

 

Robin nodded her head and gave Mac another hug. “Now I sent your father to tell Patrick what happened so that means he should be coming through the door…”

 

“Robin!” Patrick ran through the door and pulled Robin into his arms. “Are you okay?”

 

Robin snuggled into his arms. “Of course I am – you’re home.”

 

Patrick set his chin on her head and held her close while watching Mac and Robert. One nod and both men knew what Patrick was thinking – no matter what, they were going to work together and they would protect Robin and the children from Jason.

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Chapter 101

 

“Kavi, could you please place these in the centrifuge for me – I want to go down to the daycare for a minute and check on the kids.” Robin got off the stool and smiled at her lab assistant.

 

“Of course Dr. Robin – say hi to them for me.” Kavi had come back to General Hospital as soon as Robin had told him that she was back in charge. He loved working with the doctor and Robin was always on the cutting edge of neurological research.

 

Kavi took the sample from her and Robin headed out the door. She walked to the elevator and had just pushed the down button when she heard someone come up behind her. “Stop right there Scorpio – what do you think you are doing?”

 

Robin shook her head and turned around. “That’s Scorpio-Drake to you and I was just going to check on our kids.”

 

“How many times have you been down there today?” Patrick loved how protective Robin was of their children but this was her first week back at work and she seemed to be spending more time at the daycare than in the lab. He understood why, Jason was still a threat, but he hoped that she would relax a little as the week went on.

 

Alex and Isa were now 13 weeks old and getting bigger every day. Isa was her mother all over again while Alex was a striking combination of his father and his Grandpa Robert. Both children were in the 90th percentile and perfectly healthy.

 

“Twice but that is still less than yesterday. Besides, how many times have you checked on them today?” Robin raised her eyebrows at him and Patrick laughed.

 

“Only once which means I’m due for another visit.” The elevator door opened and Patrick pulled Robin onto it with him. “Especially since it gives me a few minutes alone with you.”

 

Patrick wrapped his arms around Robin and began kissing her, his hands buried in her hair. Robin pulled him closer and relished the feel of him. They were so wrapped up in each other that they didn’t notice that the elevator had stopped and the door was opening. “Excuse me doctors.”

 

Robin quickly pulled away and turned red. “I’m sorry Monica, we were just checking on the twins.”

 

Monica laughed. “Obviously. It’s okay, just try to keep the, um, romantic moments to the locker room or the supply closet.”

 

Patrick stepped off the elevator with Robin and laughed at how embarrassed she was at being caught. “Sorry Monica.”

 

“I’m actually glad I ran into you – I need to ask you a question. Will you be attending the Pediatric Wing Fundraiser next week?”

 

Robin shook her head. “We aren’t planning on attending any of the benefits, except the Nurse’s Ball of course, for a while. We want to concentrate on the kids.”

 

“I was just wondering because Jason had said he wanted to attend but he didn’t want to violate the restraining order.” Monica felt awkward bringing it up because Jason was her son but she wanted to avoid any miscommunication. As much as she didn’t want her son to go to jail she also wanted Robin and Patrick to be able to live in peace.

 

“Well, tell him to feel free to attend.” Patrick started walking away but Robin stopped him.

 

“Monica, I’m sorry that you are caught in the middle of this. I’m sure you would like Jason to be able to visit you here at the hospital.” Robin had great affection for Monica and her late husband Alan. Alan was a major inspiration and comfort to Robin when she was a teenager and she owed him a debt she could never repay.

 

“This isn’t your fault Robin. Jason is responsible for his own actions, no one else.” She hugged Robin and then stepped back. “Now go see those beautiful children of yours. I’m sure they are anxious to see their parents.”

 

Monica walked down the hall as Patrick grabbed Robin’s hand and walked her to the daycare.

 

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“How far down river could the gun be?” Dante sat with Robert in a boat, working on the project of dredging the river. Since this was basically a hunch and not a viable lead, Scott Baldwin had refused to allow the PCPD to use their resources on the search. As far as Scott was concerned, the case was closed but that didn’t stop Robert and Anna from searching for the gun on their own time. Dante had volunteered his help as well – he wanted Jason behind bars as soon as possible.

 

Robert looked out at the water. “No telling – there are too many factors to consider. We already knew it was a long shot but it is the only one we have.”

 

Dante sighed and pulled up the net. They had been at this for weeks and he was beginning to think that they would never find the gun. He laid the net out on the deck and noticed something mixed in with the rocks. “Robert – what is that?”

 

Robert saw the black plastic bag and smiled. “That, my dear boy, may be exactly what we have been looking for.”

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Chapter 102

 

“I’m still trying to understand - how did you happen upon this gun?” Scott Baldwin stood in Anna’s office questioning Dante and Robert. “I thought I made it clear that the Bale investigation was closed.”

 

Robert rolled his eyes and then answered the DA. “Dante and I have taken up fishing, we’ve been doing it for weeks now. In fact we had a wonderful dinner the other night made from some of our catch. The things this man can do with a bluegill…”

 

Anna choked back a laugh and Dante had to turn away to hide his smirk. Scott had had enough. “Yeah, I heard grilled bluegill is the latest delicacy – do you really expect me to buy this crap!”

 

“The truth is that Detective Falconeri was out on his own time and came across a possible piece of evidence and did the right thing in turning it into the department. It was the same caliber gun that was used in a homicide and when we researched the ID number it came back registered to Jessica Bale.” Anna was being as polite and professional as she could.

 

Scott shook his head. “Alright Commissioner Devane, I get what you are saying but my question to you is what do you want to do with this particular piece of evidence? You said the gun had been wiped clean of any prints, correct?”

 

“This is true however there could be trace evidence that our lab is just not sophisticated enough to find.” Anna sat down at her desk and leaned back in her chair. “I want to send the gun to WSB headquarters for a full analysis. They have access to tests that are light years ahead of what we can do here in Port Charles.”

 

“Fine, do what you want, send it wherever you want just do not break the chain of custody.” Scott walked to the door. “Believe it or not, I want Morgan in jail just as bad as you do.”

 

Scott left and Robert turned to Anna. “I called Frisco, he will meet us at WSB headquarters to take in the evidence personally. Nikolas has even agreed to lend us his company jet so we can fly in style.”

 

“My brother-in-law is rather generous. I’m going to go officially reopen the case – should I notify Jason that he is a person of interest?” Dante was going to stay in Port Charles and keep an eye on Robin for them.

 

“Not yet – I prefer not to give him any warning about what we are doing. The more in the dark Jason is, the safer it will be for Robin and her family.” Anna turned to Robert. “Ready to go?”

 

Robert nodded and led the group out of Anna’s office. “Let’s go see Frisco.”

 

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Robin pushed the twins stroller into the house and reset the alarm. It had been a beautiful day and a trip around the block had been needed so Robin could clear her head. She had news for Patrick and she knew he wasn’t going to be happy about it. “We’re home.”

 

Patrick came out of the kitchen and started helping her get the kids out of the stroller. “Did you set the alarm?”

 

“Of course. What’s for dinner or should I say where did you order dinner from?” Patrick had offered to take care of dinner tonight which meant either pizza or Chinese.

 

“I was in the mood for pot stickers and Schezuan Beef – work for you?” He knew Robin wouldn’t object - she loved pot stickers.

 

“Definitely. Emma finish her homework?” Robin put Isa down in her bassinet while Patrick placed Alex in his.

 

“Almost – Math and Science are done and checked and she is doing her reading now. Dinner will be here in 15 minutes so why don’t you sit down on the couch and spend a little time with your husband?” Patrick sat down and pulled Robin down into his lap. “That’s better – now you want to tell me what is going on in the beautiful head of yours?”

 

Robin shook her head and smiled. He knew her better than anyone. “Before you freak out, it’s only for a few days.”

 

Patrick tensed up immediately. “What’s only for a few days?”

 

Robin closed her eyes. “The conference in Seattle next month I have to attend.” She opened her eyes. “Monica told me today. It’s only 3 days but I have to go.”

 

Patrick sighed. “Well the kids and I will just have to go with you.”

 

Robin couldn’t help it – she laughed. “Honey, we cannot take two 4-month old children across the country for a three day trip – it just doesn’t make any sense.”

 

Patrick groaned and buried his head in Robin’s neck. “I know. So you are really going to abandon me for 3 whole days?”

 

“Well, 3 and a half. I’ll fly out Sunday night and come back Wednesday afternoon.” Robin kissed the top of his head. “It won’t be so bad. The twins are sleeping 6 hours a night and I’m sure I could convince my Mom to stay here and help out.”

 

“Are you saying that I can’t take care of our children by myself?” Patrick feigned hurt but was just teasing her. He knew what she was really worried about.

 

“Of course not but what if you get called in for emergency surgery?”

 

“Fair enough but how about I ask my Dad to stay here, get in a little bonding time.” Patrick was serious about having his dad stay.

 

“Really?” Robin wrapped her arms around his neck and giggled. When Robin had first met Patrick he and his father weren’t even speaking but, with a little push from Robin, eventually Patrick and Noah were able to mend their relationship, even after Patrick found out that Noah had cheated on Patrick’s mother and fathered another child. “That’s a great idea. Speaking of Drake men, when is Matt’s next parole hearing? I would love for him to meet the twins.”

 

Matt had been in prison for over 3 years for the accidental murder of Lisa Niles. The doctor was protecting his sister-in-law and should have never been convicted but Matt was a model prisoner and they were hoping he could get an early release for good behavior. “Next week. I talked to Alexis and she said it looks good for him. He would have to stay in Port Charles but at least he would be out of jail.”

 

“Do you think he would want to stay with us? We have the extra room and he is more than welcome. Plus he could begin groundwork on getting his license reinstated – I’m sure we could help him with that.”

 

Patrick kissed Robin. “That sounds like a wonderful idea. My brother is a good man and I want to do everything I can to help him get his life back but won’t it be a little uncomfortable when Maxie comes to visit?”

 

“Maybe but who knows, maybe they can pick up where they left off.” Maxie had recently ended her relationship with Nathan – he couldn’t handle Spinelli still being a part of her life even though he was Georgie’s father. “They were good together – they really balanced each other out.”

 

“Like us?” Patrick kissed her neck and Robin bit her lip. All these years together and the man could still make her toes curl with just a touch.

 

“Oh yeah.” Robin regained her senses and shook her head. “This will have to wait until our children are in bed. I’ll get the table set and you check on our daughter.”

 

Patrick reluctantly let her get up off his lap and stood up. He smirked at her and quickly pulled her into one last, searing kiss before heading upstairs. “I love you.”

 

“I love you too – now go.” Patrick went up the stairs and Robin watched him for a moment before heading into the kitchen to get the dishes.

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Chapter 103

 

“You know you don’t have to do this. I’m sure I can stay at a hotel or a halfway house until I…”

 

“Nonsense Matt, we want to have you here. You’re family and besides, you can help Patrick take care of the twins when I’m gone.” Robin was in the kitchen with Matt fixing dinner. He sat at the counter as she worked on the stove. “I know you said you wanted lasagna but do you prefer meatless or with some pepperoni?”

 

Matt smiled at his sister-in-law and shook his head. Only Robin could worry about fixing the perfect dinner for a man just released from prison. Matt had been granted parole earlier today and was now on probation for the remainder of his sentence. Patrick and Robin had both given statements to the parole board about the circumstances surrounding Lisa’s death and those statements were instrumental in getting him released. He was shocked, however, when Robin announced that he would be staying with them as they helped him get his license back. “With pepperoni of course, what kind of man do you think I am?”

 

“A good man with a wonderful heart and a kind soul.” Robin smiled at him and went back to work. “And a man not afraid of a dirty diaper.”

 

“Compared to what I have seen in the OR, a dirty diaper is nothing. You have three beautiful kids, even if Alex takes a little too much after my brother.” The twins had immediately taken to Matt, cooing over the man as if he had been a part of their lives since the day they were born and Emma had demanded a piggy back ride and a promise to read her a bedtime story before he had even unpacked. “It’s the dimple – that thing is dangerous.”

 

Robin laughed. “Tell me about it.” She finished the sauce and began putting together the lasagna. “How are you doing Matt? You know you can tell me anything – I have a little experience with being locked in a small room for years.”

 

“I know – I cannot tell you how happy I was when Dad told me that you were alive. It was a miracle Robin which is why I couldn’t believe it when he told me that Patrick left you. It didn’t make any sense but now that we know the truth…” Matt had been filled in on everything that had happened while he was in prison. “Let’s just say that I am impressed at the lengths Patrick went to for yours and Emma’s protection.”

 

“Me too Matt.” Robin finished the first layer and had a little noodle left over. She dipped it in the sauce and took a bite. “Sorry, a little hungry – I forgot to eat lunch today.”

 

“Forgot or were too nervous about my hearing to eat?”

 

“Maybe a little of both but quit avoiding the question - how are you doing?” Robin stared Matt straight in the eyes and waited for an answer.

 

“Fine – it’s a little weird to be able to move around without someone watching my every move and if I never see a cell again that will be fine by me but I think right now I am just in shock. So much has changed since I first went in and I am just trying to take it all one step at a time.”

 

“I know how you feel but hey, at least you didn’t come back to watch your husband getting married to another woman.” Robin still carried a little hurt over Patrick’s near marriage to Sabrina but she understood how it happened. He needed a mother for Emma and Sabrina seemed a logical choice. Patrick had assured Robin many times that what he felt for Sabrina never came close to his feelings for Robin and she believed him.

 

“No, but I do know that the woman I love had a child with another man. Not quite the same but it still hurts. How is Maxie?” Matt hadn’t been sure if he could discuss Maxie with Robin but he decided to take a chance.

 

“Doing good. She’s a great mom – Georgie means the world to her. She is single again.” Robin gave Matt a brief look as she went back to putting together the lasagna. “Spinelli still hopes to win her back but she says she is done with him for good.”

 

“I know where you are going with this and I appreciate it but what can I offer Maxie or her daughter right now? Maybe after I get my medical license reinstated but right now I don’t even have a job.”

 

“Actually you do – you start on Monday.” Matt gave Robin a questioning look. “Well, I happen to have an opening in the lab. It’s not as glamorous as neurosurgeon but you have a brilliant medical mind and I trust you. Monica has no problem with it and this helps satisfy a condition of your parole. What do you say?”

 

Matt jumped up from the chair and grabbed Robin in a big bear hug. “What do I say? Thank you!” He sat back down and tried to calm himself. “I don’t know what I would do without you and Patrick.”

 

“You’re family Matt – that’s what we do.” Robin put the finishing touches on the lasagna and put it in the oven. “Can you make the salad?”

 

“Of course – I may not be cutting into brains anytime soon but I could use some practice and a head of lettuce is a good place to start.” Matt walked over and took the knife Robin handed him and got to work. “While I am doing this you can tell me all about what happened between you and Jason.”

 

Robin shook her head but Matt stared her down. “Dad gave me the Cliff Notes version and Patrick hasn’t said much of anything other than there is a restraining order and we need to protect you and the kids from him. I want to know everything and I know you will tell me, right sis?”

 

Robin poured herself a glass of wine and sat down across from Matt. “It all started in Paris…”

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Happy Mothers Day!

 

 

Chapter 104

 

“Are you sure you’re okay with watching the kids?” Robin was checking with Matt one last time before she and Patrick headed out to dinner. “We could take the twins with us or…”

 

Matt laughed and grabbed Robin’s coat. “I will be fine. Emma is staying at a friend’s house and the twins have been fed and are in their cribs. Besides, your cousin is coming over to help me babysit so please go.”

 

It had been two weeks since Matt had moved in and he was adjusting well to civilian life. His work at the lab was beyond reproach and he and Kavi had become fast friends. The biggest surprise for Matt had come when he ran into Maxie for the first time since his return. He had been at the park with Emma and Maxie was there with Georgie. Within minutes they were laughing and acting like it had only been hours instead of years since they had last seen each other. Patrick was thrilled by how well things were going for his brother, he deserved it. “Well if Georgie needs to a place to sleep tonight, the twins playpen is in the closet.”

 

“Actually, Georgie is at her dad’s tonight which means it will just be me and Maxie with the twins.” Matt smiled at Robin and she giggled.

 

“Really?” Matt nodded at her and Robin put on her jacket and grabbed Patrick’s hand. “Then we need to get going.”

 

“Yes we do and Matt – don’t do anything I wouldn’t do.” Patrick loved teasing his brother. Robin slapped him in the chest and dragged him out of the house. “We’ll call before we head home to give you plenty of warning…”

 

Robin shut the door on him mid-sentence and walked with Patrick to the car. “I forget sometimes that you have the mind of a 16-year-old boy.”

 

“And you love it. Now, are you ready to eat – Chez Matisse is waiting.” Patrick opened the door for Robin and gave her a kiss before she got into the car.

 

“I’m starving so let’s go.” Patrick closed the door and got into the car, ready to spend a nice evening out with his wife.

 

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“How’s your chicken?” Robin looked over at Patrick’s plate and smiled.

 

“Great – would you like a bite?” Patrick knew that she had been eyeing his food since the waiter set it down in front on him. He sliced a piece off and fed it to her.

 

“What do you think?”

 

“Mmm, that is good. You want a bite of my salmon?” Robin was already getting the fish on her fork and, before he could answer, was feeding him it. “Good, huh?”

 

“Very – I guess we both have great taste when it comes to food.” Patrick took a sip of his wine and went back to his chicken. “So what do you want to do for dessert – are we having it here or going someplace else?”

 

“I could really go for some chocolate chip cookies from Kelly’s if that’s okay?” Robin could never get enough of them.

 

“Works for me.” Patrick leaned over and kissed her. “Maybe after that we could go to the boat and do a little gambling – get a little more money for the kids college funds.”

 

“Sounds like a plan.” Robin kissed him again and sat back down in her chair.

 

“Robin?” Robin and Patrick looked up to see Sam and Silas standing by their table. “Hi, how are you doing?”

 

The couple stood up and greeted them. “Doing great – just enjoying a nice night out with my wonderful husband – same as you. Silas, it’s great seeing you again.”

 

“You too Robin, Patrick.” He nodded at the couple. “Sam, I’m going to check on our table. See you both at the hospital.”

 

Silas walked away and Robin hugged Sam. “How’s Danny?”

 

“Getting big.” Sam laughed a little and then sighed. “I am so sorry about what Jason did to you. Is he staying away from you?”

 

“So far so good. He has Monica check with us to see where we are going to be so he doesn’t violate the restraining order. What about you – is he seeing Danny?” Robin was hoping that spending time with his son would distract Jason from his obsession with her.

 

Sam shook her head. “He hasn’t tried to see Danny since he got back. He said it would be better for Danny if Silas was his dad so he signed away his parental rights. This was before he…”

 

Patrick walked over and pulled Robin into his arms. “We understand Sam. Tell Silas congratulations – there’s no better feeling than being a dad.”

 

“I will. I better go join my husband – I will see you two later, have a great night.” Sam headed over to join Silas as the couple sat back down.

 

“Robin, are you okay?” Patrick was worried about this latest turn of events – Jason giving up Danny just meant he had more free time to focus on Robin and the twins.

 

She gave him a small smile and nodded her head. “I will be as soon as we get those cookies. Ready to go?”

 

Patrick stood up and took Robin’s hand in his, gently kissing it before helping her up and helping her put her jacket on. “Then let’s go Mrs. Drake.”

 

They left the restaurant and Patrick went to get the car, leaving Robin waiting at the door. She was watching for him when someone bumped into her.

 

“I’m sorry I was – Robin.” Jason looked at Robin and stepped back. “I swear I didn’t know you were here. I’ll leave.”

 

Robin took a moment to steady herself and shook her head. “That’s okay, Patrick is bringing the car up so feel free to stay. Good night Jason.”

 

Jason smiled at her and walked into the restaurant just as Patrick pulled up. He jumped out of the car and headed past Robin towards the door but Robin grabbed his arm and pulled him back. “It’s okay – he didn’t know we were here and even offered to leave. I told him to go inside and eat. Let it go.”

 

Patrick stared at the door of the restaurant and debated what he should do. “Do you really believe that?”

 

“I don’t know but he has stayed away from us for the last two months and, I guess I’m willing to give him the benefit of the doubt this once. If it happens again, we call my mom and have him arrested.” Robin leaned up and kissed him. “Now take me to get my cookies.”

 

Patrick kissed her back. “Just this once Robin – let’s go.”

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Chapter 105

 

Patrick and Robin sat at Kelly’s indulging in a shared piece of chocolate cake and a chocolate chip cookie each. The two of them ate and discussed Robin’s upcoming conference in Seattle. “I still can’t believe that you are willingly leaving me for three days.”

 

“I never said I was willingly leaving you but it’s my job and I have to go.” Robin took another bite of cake. “So good. Oh, I thought I might stop by and see Dr. Makeba while I’m there.”

 

Patrick’s fork dropped to the plate and he studied Robin. “Are you okay? Is your viral load unstable again?”

 

Robin put up her hand and stopped him. “I’m fine. If it will make you feel better I will go to the hospital tonight, have my blood drawn and the results sent straight to you.”

 

Patrick released his breath. “Okay. Don’t scare me like that.”

 

“I just thought it wouldn’t hurt to have a checkup after everything that has happened. I’m telling you so that you know about it.” Robin had promised Patrick she would never keep him in the dark regarding her HIV status again and she had every intention of keeping her promise.

 

“That is a good idea. Thank you for telling me.” Patrick took another bite and smiled at Robin. “What do you think Matt and Maxie are doing right now?”

 

Robin looked at her phone. “Hopefully feeding the twins – should be about time for their bottles. Maybe I should call and check on them.”

 

“Robin,” Patrick was about to stop her but changed his mind, “at least let me talk to Matt.”

 

Robin handed him the phone and Patrick waited for Matt to pick up. “Hey bro – put on your clothes, we’re at the door.”

 

Matt shook his head and laughed at Maxie. “The only person without clothes on right now is your son – he’s a messier eater than you are.”

 

Maxie shook her head and finished getting Alex dressed. “But much cuter.”

 

Patrick laughed. “I would love to argue with you but my son is quite handsome so I’ll let it go. Are they behaving?”

 

“You bet – my Isa ate her supper like a pro and is already passed out for the night and my man Alex is just about out as well.” Matt smiled at Maxie as she went to lay Alex back down in his crib. “Just enjoy your night out with your lady.”

 

Patrick rolled his eyes. “And you reset the alarm after Maxie got there?”

 

“Yes Dad – I promise. Now take Mom out and have fun. We’ll see you when you get home.” Matt hung up the phone and Patrick smiled at Robin.

 

“The kids had their bottles and are back to sleep. Matt assured me that the alarm is set and said for us to have a good time.” Patrick handed Robin back her phone and she put it in her purse.

 

“He probably wants as much time alone with Maxie as he can get.” Robin laughed as she finished her cookie. “Feeling lucky?”

 

“As long as I have you on my arm I can’t lose.” Patrick took Robin’s hand and led her out of Kelly’s and towards the casino.

 

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“The alarm system is state of the art and her mother has a patrol going down their street at least once an hour.” Jason had hired an old acquaintance from his time with Sonny to help him reunite with Robin. The man handed Jason the pictures he had taken as they ate dinner.

 

“The house is out of the question as is the hospital, too much security.” Jason looked through the pictures and smiled. There was his Robin walking with the twins, her playing with Emma at the park, working at the hospital and, unfortunately, with Patrick. “There has to be a way to get her away from Patrick, we just need to find it.”

 

“What about your mom?” Jason gave him a questioning look. “She is Robin’s boss. I’m sure she could give you some ideas? Inadvertently of course. ”

 

Jason thought about it. “Maybe it’s time to move back home.”

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Chapter 106

 

“So I decided that instead of being a doctor, it was time to fulfill my lifelong dream of being a rock star.” Silas was trying to get his wife’s attention.

 

“Sounds great.” Sam barely heard a word her husband said, she was too busy watching Jason’s table.

 

“Sam? Sam, if you want to talk to him – go talk to him.” Silas gave Sam a pointed look.

 

“Sorry it’s just – I think I know that guy he’s with. If it’s who I think it is he used to work with Jason and Sonny.” Sam looked back at Silas and shook her head. “Maybe I’m wrong; it’s been years since I have had anything to do with anyone from that world. It could just look like him.”

 

“What did the guy do?” Silas trusted Sam’s instincts and if something was bothering her there was a reason.

 

“He was basically an investigator – he would get you the information you needed.” Sam watched as Jason and the guy got up and left the restaurant. “I’m probably just overreacting.”

 

“Do you think he could be getting back into that life?” Silas knew all about Jason’s history as a mob hitman.

 

Sam thought about it. “I don’t think so but he may be up to something else.”

 

“Do you think you should say something to Patrick and Robin? If he is up to something it probably has to do with them.” Silas worked with and respected both of them.

 

“I don’t want to worry them unnecessarily.” Sam took Silas’s hand in hers. “If I see something else that raises a red flag then I will call Patrick immediately.”

 

“Sounds good – ready to go home?” Silas stood up and helped Sam on with her coat.

 

She gave him a kiss. “Definitely.”

 

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“So you remember our bet?” Patrick and Robin stood at the roulette wheel holding their chips. “If I win…”

 

Robin leaned into him and smiled. “We ‘play’ in every room of our new house.” Years ago Patrick had bought Robin a piece of land for them to build their dream house on and they were finally building it. The builders were optimistic that they would be done within the next month.

 

“And if you win?” Patrick gave her his best smirk.

 

Robin laughed. “We ‘play’ in every room of our new house.”

 

“I love betting with you.” Patrick kissed Robin and they placed their bets. Robin placed hers on 29 and Patrick picked 5.

 

The croupier spun the wheel and dropped the ball. “Black 29.”

 

Robin squealed with glee. “I won!”

 

Patrick kissed her and smiled. “Me too. Ready to go home – I think you deserve a sneak preview of your winnings.”

 

“I thought you’d never ask. Let’s go.”

 

Patrick retrieved their coats and led Robin out the door. They got in the car and Patrick drove them home as Robin called Matt to let him know they were on their way.

 

“Is Maxie still there?”

 

Robin nodded. “Yep, he said they were watching a movie together. I’m really happy for them - maybe it will work out this time.”

 

“I hope so. They got married for the wrong reasons last time but now that Matt has been released and they can start over I think they have a real shot.”

 

“I wish could have been here for all of you then.” Robin sounded sad and Patrick knew it bothered her that she had missed so much in the years she had been held hostage.

 

Patrick took her hand in his. “Hey, it’s not your fault. You didn’t leave us - you were kidnapped and kept away from us. The important thing is that you are home now and nothing is ever going to separate us again.”

 

Patrick kissed her hand. Robin turned and smiled at him, relaxing again. Patrick was right – nothing was going to separate them again. She squeezed his hand and held it tight all the way home.

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Chapter 107

 

Patrick smiled as his phone rang. “It’s about time you called me Scorpio.”

 

“That’s Scorpio-Drake to you. My meeting with Dr. Makeba ran a little long and then I had to go by the pharmacy…” Robin didn’t get to finish her sentence before Patrick interrupted.

 

“Why did you have to go to the pharmacy?”

 

“Relax - he just thinks that this new protease inhibitor may work a little better with my other medications, no big deal. I already have Dr. Makeba emailing you my file.” Robin knew he would overreact but it really was a minor change. “If all goes well I should experience minimal side effects.”

 

“Good and thank you – I appreciate it. What time is your flight tomorrow?” This was the last night of the conference and Patrick was more than ready for her to be home.

 

“11:25 – remember? You will be in surgery when I take off.” Robin had given him the itinerary before she left. “Your dad still planning on picking me up from the airport?”

 

“Yes and Matt will be here with the twins when you get back.” Patrick leaned back in their bed and sighed. “I’ve missed you so much. I haven’t been able to sleep without you next to me.”

 

“Me either. I feel like I should take advantage of the fact that the twins aren’t waking me up in the middle of the night but I miss them, I miss Emma and I miss you.” Robin stretched out in the bed and opened her laptop. “My research just does not keep me warm at night.”

 

“I told you it wouldn’t. Learn anything new and exciting at your conference or did you realize that we are way ahead of everyone in our field?” Patrick personally found the conferences a waste of time but he knew they were required to attend at least one a year as part of their contract at GH.

 

“I would love to tell you that you are wrong but unfortunately, no. But I did make some contacts for my latest research project that may come in handy when it comes to getting additional funding. It still wasn’t worth being away from you and the kids.” Robin looked at the clock and groaned. “And I still have this stupid dinner to attend.”

 

“Don’t go. Order in room service and have dinner with me.” It was only 8:30 in Port Charles and Patrick had been so busy getting the twins and Emma ready for bed that he hadn’t eaten supper yet.

 

“Why didn’t you eat with the kids?”

 

“Matt and my Dad took them out for dinner while I was finishing up my surgery so I waited hoping that I could have at least one meal with you – like I said, I miss you.” Patrick was laying it on a bit thick but he didn’t care if it got him what he wanted.

 

It did. “I give up.” Robin picked up the room phone and made a call. “This Dr. Scorpio-Drake in room 612 – yes, I would like the grilled chicken breast with a baked potato and corn. Thank you.” Robin hung up the room phone and got back on her cell with her husband. “Happy now?”

 

“I won’t be truly happy until you get home but this will have to do. How long until your food gets there?” Patrick headed down the stairs to heat up his supper.

 

“20 minutes - why?” Robin was getting her table cleared off so she could eat at it.

 

“Okay – I’ll fix my supper and skype you in 15 minutes – it’ll give you a chance to get changed and comfortable.” Patrick looked in the fridge and started pulling out food. “Sound good?”

 

Robin giggled. “Sounds wonderful. I’ll talk to you in 15 minutes.”

 

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“Oh that is not fair – you know I cannot resist you in our bed.” Robin adjusted the camera so that she knew Patrick could see her.

 

“Hey – you have way too many clothes on.” Patrick pouted and Robin laughed at him.

 

“My food isn’t here yet so I think you would prefer me to have too many clothes on when they get here with my room service.”

 

Patrick laughed. “You’re right – I do.”

 

Robin heard a knock on the door. “Speaking of – I’ll be right back.”

 

Robin walked over to open the door. She no sooner had the handle turned when the door flew open and two men in ski masks stormed in. Robin screamed and ran for the bathroom but one of the men grabbed her.

 

“Robin!” Patrick watched helplessly from his room as his wife was being kidnapped. He grabbed his cell phone and called Robert. “Where the hell are you – they are in her room!”

 

Suddenly gunshots rang out. Patrick screamed out in horror. “Robin!”

 

Matt ran in the bedroom. “Patrick – hey, wake up!”

 

Patrick was sweating and breathing hard. “Where is she? Where is Robin?”

 

“She’s still in Seattle – she’ll be home tomorrow.” Matt was worried – whatever this nightmare was had scared his brother badly.

 

Patrick grabbed his phone off the nightstand and quickly called Robin. She answered after only two rings. “Robin? Are you okay?”

 

Robin yawned. “Yes, just resting a little bit. What’s wrong? Bad dream?”

 

“You have no idea.” Patrick relaxed hearing her voice.

 

“Was it about the lab?” Robin knew that, just like her, Patrick still had nightmares about that day.

 

“No, someone tried to grab you while you were in your hotel room and then you were shot.” Matt’s face went pale as he listened to his brother’s nightmare. “I was watching it all from here and couldn’t get to you.”

 

“Shot again – no thank you. I know it scared you but I am fine. Do you want me to get on skype so you can see for yourself?”

 

“Hearing your voice is good enough.” Silly as it may seem, he was too afraid that his dream would come true if he contacted her that way. “I’m sorry I woke you. I will see you tomorrow. I love you.”

 

“I love you too. See you tomorrow.” Robin hung up the phone and laid back down.

 

Matt sat down on the bed next to Patrick. “Are you going to be okay? Want to go down and see what terrible late night sports are on?”

 

Patrick smiled at Matt. “No, I’m good but thank you for asking and thank you for waking me up.”

 

“Anytime bro. I’ll get up with the twins in the morning – you get some rest so you can be ready for your wife to get home.”

 

Matt left the room and Patrick laid back down. He appreciated the offer but he wouldn’t rest until his wife was back home in his arms.

 

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“Is everything ready?” Jason talked to his contact in Seattle.

 

“Yes, all the arrangements have been made. Is everything done on your end?”

 

Jason looked at his ex-wife, unconscious and tied up on the floor. “Yes. I’ll see you tomorrow.”

 

Jason knelt down by her. “Why couldn’t you just let it go – why did you have to stick your nose into this? You are happy with Silas and Danny has a stable home.” He gently pushed a lock of hair behind her ear. “I’ll always love you but Robin is the love of my life and no one, not even you, is going to come between us.”

 

Jason stood up and looked out the window. Once he had discovered that Sam was investigating him, Jason decided to use her in his plans to reunite with Robin. Good fortune smiled upon him and it just so happened that Silas was attending the same conference as Robin. Alexis had offered to watch Danny for a few days so that Sam could follow Jason and he took full advantage of it.

 

One more day and he would be reunited with his Robin.

[cmahorror]

Okay guys - we are nearing the end of this particular story and I have two others I could post next so you get to choose. If I don't get any responses, I will assume you are sick of me hogging the thread and won't post either one to give someone else a chance lol.

 

Part 3 of the Patrick/Robin/Nikolas saga or

 

Alternate storyline starting at this year's Nurse's Ball with Robin returning

 

What can I say - I am a Scrubs fan lol

 

 

Chapter 108

 

Robin finished packing her suitcase and took one last look around her room, making sure she hadn’t left anything behind. Satisfied that she had all her belongings, she picked up her phone and made a call. “I’m getting ready to head to the airport – do you want to ride with me or just follow me like you’ve been doing for the past three days?”

 

Robert laughed. “If you knew I was here – why didn’t you at least ask me to have one meal with you?”

 

“And ruin your fun? Never.” Robin picked up the suitcase and put it on the floor, pulling the handle out so she could roll it down the hall. She grabbed her carry on and her purse and headed towards the door. “Are you on my flight – I’m sure they would let us sit together.”

 

“Unfortunately no, Frisco is in town and needs to meet with me but I am on the next flight out after. I will see you for your welcome home dinner tonight. Love you sweetheart.”

 

“Love you too daddy.” Robin hung up the phone and headed to the lobby. Within minutes she was on her way to the airport.

 

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Robin handed her ticket to the desk agent. “Could you tell me, is Flight 289 running on time?”

 

The agent kept her focus on the computer. “Yes it is but it appears that you are not on that flight.”

 

Robin looked at the woman, confused. “Yes I am, you have my ticket in your hand.”

 

“Your flight was changed. You are to go to gate 79 – your flight will be departing from there.” The agent handed Robin an envelope. “Have a nice day Dr. Scorpio-Drake.”

 

Robin took the envelope and opened it. “Robin, I know you want to get home to Patrick as soon as possible so I thought I would give you a lift. Have a great flight! Love, Nikolas.”

 

Robin walked to the gate and was surprised to see a private plane waiting for her. The attendant spotted her and took her bag from her. “Dr. Scorpio-Drake?”

 

Robin nodded. “Mr. Cassadine said we should treat you like royalty. Why don’t we get you on that plane and home to your husband?”

 

The attendant led her on to the plane and helped Robin get situated. “Mimosa?”

 

Robin leaned back in the seat and smiled. “Why not?”

 

The attendant left and came back a minute later with the drink. “Here you go doctor. We will be leaving shortly so just sit back and relax.”

 

“Thank you.” Robin took a sip of her drink. “It’s delicious.”

 

The attendant left and Robin pulled out her phone and called Patrick. She was excited to tell him about the change in plans. She was a little disappointed that she got his voicemail but left him a short message. “Hey, you must already be in surgery. Nikolas sent a private plane to come and get me so I will be home in just a few hours. I’ll just take a cab to the house so I will see you soon. Love you.”

 

Robin hung up the phone and looked out the window, finishing up her drink as they finished getting the plane ready for take-off. The attendant came back in and took the empty glass away. “We will be taking off in a few minutes. Your seat reclines fully back if you want to take a nap on the way home.”

 

Robin thought about it and then yawned. “That might not be a bad idea.”

 

She leaned her seat back and closed her eyes. Hopefully when she woke up she would be home.

 

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“Could you get out of that room any faster?” Liz laughed as Patrick practically ran into the locker room to change clothes. “Are you sure you didn’t mess with that thermometer?”

 

The patient had spiked a fever which meant that the surgery had to be postponed. Patrick shook his head. “No – this was just fates way of telling me to get my butt to the airport and pick up my wife.” He got his phone out of the locker and saw he had a message. Liz saw his smile get bigger as he listened to it.

 

“Let me guess – Robin?” Liz was thrilled to see her friends so happy together.

 

“Nikolas sent his plane to Seattle to bring her home. She should be at the house in just a little bit so I will see you later.” Patrick headed out of the locker room and into the hall.

 

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"Robert!” Silas had been searching all over the hotel for Robin’s father.

 

“Dr. Clay – what can I do for you?” Robert had known that the doctor was attending the conference but Silas had been in different sessions than his daughter so he really hadn't seen Silas over the past few days.

 

“Patrick told me you were coming out here to keep an eye on Robin – where is she?”

 

Robert could see that the man was desperate. “Her flight took off about 20 minutes ago – why?”

 

Silas took a deep breath. “I can’t get ahold of Sam.”

 

“I'm sorry but I don’t know what that has to do with Robin…” Robert started to turn away but Silas stopped him.

 

Silas rubbed his chin with his hand. “Because Sam was following Jason.”

 

That got Robert’s attention. “And why was she doing that?”

 

“We were out to dinner a few weeks ago and saw Jason talking to someone that Sam recognized from her days with him and Sonny. At first she thought she was maybe mistaken or overreacting but the more she thought about it, the more she thought she should check into it. Sam started following Jason last week. She texted me last night and said she had a big lead.” Silas shook his head. “That was the last I heard from her. I have been texting and calling her and she is not answering.”

 

Robert glared at him. “Why the hell didn’t you say something?”

 

“We weren’t sure there was anything going on – at least nothing we could prove.” Silas was already kicking himself – he didn’t need Robert to make him feel worse.

 

“I’m going to call Anna and have an armed escort waiting for the plane when it gets in. You call Dante and report Sam missing – we need to get an APB out on her as soon as possible.” He put his hand on Silas’s shoulder. “We’ll find her.”

[KerleyQ]

I say the new story with Robin returning at the NB this year, but either would be good.  And don't worry that you're "hogging" the forum.  There's no saying someone else couldn't be posting their stories at the same time you're doing yours.  

[jennifer6973]

Nurse's Ball

[Lillybee]

Nurse's Ball and try to bring Lucky back.

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Chapter 108

 

Patrick smiled at Epiphany as he handed his patient’s chart to her. “Please sign me out and I will see you in a couple of days.” He turned around and ran right into Nikolas. “Oh, sorry, I wasn’t looking where I was going.”

 

"Head in the clouds, huh?" Nikolas laughed at his friend’s husband. “I can understand why since Robin is flying home today.”

 

“Yes and I can’t wait to see her. Thank you by the way.” Patrick wanted Nikolas to know how much he appreciate his generosity. “I really appreciate what you did – lending us the plane.”

 

“Well I want to see Jason in jail just as bad as anyone. If getting that evidence to the WSB was any kind of help- great.” Nikolas had no problem letting Robert and Anna use his plane to get the gun to WSB headquarters.

 

Patrick shook his head. “Yes, that was great but I was actually talking about today.”

 

“Today?” Nik was genuinely confused. "I'm sorry, I don't understand..."

 

“Sending the plane to Seattle to get Robin. She called and left me a message that you…” Patrick saw Nikolas’s face and his stomach dropped. “You didn’t send the plane, did you?”

 

Patrick ripped the phone out of his pocket and called his father-in-law. “Robert, please tell me you are with Robin.”

 

“No, why?” Robert had gotten more information from Silas and it didn’t sound good. Jason had been getting in touch with a lot of his old contacts from his days as Jason Morgan which meant he was up to something.

 

Patrick sat down and ran his hands through his hair. “Robin left me a message that Nikolas sent a plane for her but I just ran into Nikolas and…”

 

“He knew nothing about it – damn it!” Robert took a deep breath. “Sam is missing too. She was following Jason because she thought he might be planning something. Unfortunately, it looks like she was right.”

 

“Why the hell didn’t they say anything?” Patrick was livid – if they had known Jason was up to something he would have stopped Robin from going to this conference somehow, even if it meant locking her up at home.

 

“We were just discussing that – they didn’t have any proof and didn’t want to worry you or Robin unnecessarily.” Robert wasn’t happy with Silas or Sam either but it didn’t matter now.

 

“Perfect - what are we going to do now?” Patrick couldn’t believe it – Jason had her again, he knew it.

 

“Silas and I are headed to the airport to get more information about the private flight and head home. I’ve called Anna and she is on the way to Port Charles airport. I’ll let her know about the private airplane and see if any have landed today. You go home and wait.” Robert and Silas prepared to enter the airport. “I have to go but I will see you shortly.”

 

Patrick stood up and made another call as he headed to the elevator. “Mac, I need you to meet me at the airport – we have a problem.”

 

“You are in no condition to drive Patrick.” Patrick started argue but Nikolas stopped him. “You are too upset. I’ll drive - you talk to Mac.”

 

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Anna closed her phone and looked at Dante. "They still haven't been able to get in contact with the plane. Let's go."

 

She headed for the door when she heard a noise behind her. Anna was shocked when Mac came barreling down the hall. “Mac, what are you doing here?”

 

“What am I doing here?” He couldn’t believe her. “Why didn’t you tell me what was going on? Does that bastard have our girl?” Mac was mad as hell that neither Anna or Robert called him.

 

“How did you even hear…” Anna had just gotten off the phone with Robert 15 minutes ago. She and Dante had headed straight to the airport and hadn't had time to do anything but investigate.

 

“I told him. I thought he had a right to know what was going on.” Patrick ran in followed by Nikolas. “Matt has the kids locked in the house and will not let anyone near them. Did you find out anything about the plane?”

 

Anna rolled her eyes. “A private plane landed here about 30 minutes ago. The tower had made several attempts to contact the pilot but so far there is no response. We are getting ready to board now.”

 

“We’re going with you.” Mac pulled out his firearm. “Don’t even try to argue with me. If she is hurt she will need Patrick’s help and I am still a pretty damn good shot.”

 

“Fine.” Anna didn’t have time to argue with them. “But stay behind me and Dante. Let’s go.”

 

The group headed out onto the tarmac and towards the plane. The side door was open and the stairs were down so Anna entered first, clearing the entrance as the group followed her up. “It’s clear.”

 

Patrick walked into the cabin last, looking around in vain. “Is she in here?” Patrick had a good idea what the answer was but still couldn’t help to have a little hope.

 

“No. Look around but don’t touch anything. We still need to process this as a possible crime scene.” Anna was as disappointed as the men were but she, sadly, wasn’t surprised.

 

Patrick walked back to the rear of the plane and leaned against the wall. In his heart he had know she wouldn’t be here but he was certain that she had been which meant Jason hadn’t gone too far with her.

 

He was getting ready to head for the exit door when he heard a noise coming from the bathroom. He opened the door and saw a small, dark-haired figure curled up in the corner of the room.

 

“Robin?”

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Chapter 109

 

“Robin?” Mac and Anna ran over at the sound of Patrick’s voice.

 

Patrick jumped into the room and knelt down next to the woman, trying to help her. She rolled her head forward and Patrick finally saw her face clearly. “Sam?”

 

She shook her head and looked around for a moment, finally focusing on Patrick. Patrick held out his hand and gently helped Sam out of the bathroom. He sat her down in a chair, giving her a quick neurological exam. He looked at Anna. “She seems to be okay but she needs to go to the hospital and get checked out.”

 

“She can hear you and she is fine.” Sam got a little dizzy and then put her head in her hands. “Or at least I will be in a few minutes. Could someone please call my husband and let him know I am okay?”

 

“I sent him a text while Patrick was giving you the exam.” Dante knelt down next to Sam. “His and Robert’s plane took off a few minutes ago so Silas will be home in just a little while.”

 

“Thank you.” Sam sat up and took a deep breath. She looked at Patrick. “He’s got Robin – doesn’t he?”

 

“We think so.” Patrick ran his hand through his hair. “Damn it Sam, why didn’t you tell me that Jason was planning something? I could have gotten Robin away from here and protected her or…”

 

Sam interrupted. “Because I didn’t know if it involved you. I thought there was a chance that he had decided to go back to his old life. Believe it or not – you and Robin are not my priority.” Sam didn’t mean to be rude but she was already feeling guilty and she didn’t need Patrick’s anger on top of it.

 

“I’m sorry but you can understand where I am coming from, can’t you?” Patrick couldn’t help it - his fear was getting to him.

 

Sam nodded. “Yes and I am sorry that I didn’t say anything but I didn’t want to worry you unless it was necessary. Last night I followed Jason to an airline hanger and listened in on a conversation he was having with some of his old contacts. They were talking about heading to Seattle. I texted Silas to let him know I had found something and was about to call you when someone grabbed me and knocked me out. The next thing I know – you are in my face and I’m on a plane.”

 

“Could you take us to this hanger?” Dante knew Patrick was upset about Robin but the sooner they started investigating Sam’s lead, the sooner they got Robin home.

 

“Of course.” Sam looked at Patrick. “I’ll do anything I can to help you find her and bring her home.”

 

“Thank you Sam.”

 

Sam followed Dante off the plane with Patrick and Mac close behind. “Mac, I’m going to go check on the kids. Matt can’t leave town but…”

 

Anna smiled at her son-in-law. “I already have guards watching the house. Go – I’ll call you if we find out anything.” Anna looked at Mac. “Are you coming with me or with Patrick?”

 

“I’ll come with you.” Mac hugged Patrick. “Go take care of the kids and I will check on you later.”

 

“Thank you.” Patrick felt the tears coming as the reality of what had happened today hit him. “Bring her home Mac, please.”

 

Mac just nodded his head and left with Anna. In his head, Mac made a silent vow that this would be the last time Jason got near his girl. One way or another, Jason Morgan-Quartermaine was done hurting Robin.

 

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“Welcome Mr. Morgan – I trust your flight was uneventful.” David greeted Jason and helped him onto the train. The older gentleman was an old acquaintance from Jason’s days with Sonny and the man was being well paid to take care of Jason and Robin. An added bonus was that David understood the value of discretion. Jason didn’t know if he would have been able to implement their reunion without him.

 

“Yes – is my guest waiting for me?” Jason smiled at the man and looked around the car. It was absolutely perfect - Robin was going to love it.

 

“She is in her room. Here is the key but I would advise you to wait until we are moving again.” The gentleman pointed to a row of seats. “I’m sure you will be comfortable right there and I can bring you some champagne in a few minutes.”

 

“Thank you – are we ready to go?” Jason sat down and looked out the window at the scenery.

 

“Just a few minutes and we will be on our way. I hope you and your young lady enjoy your trip.” David went and got Jason his champagne and then left him to get the trip started.

 

Jason stared out at the window. Sam’s interference had been a blessing in disguise. He used his ex-wife to give everyone the illusion that he and Robin were still in New York but the truth was they were nowhere near it. Robin had been removed from the plane as soon as the sedative in her drink had taken effect while Jason had flown out early that morning after making the final arrangements for his and Robin’s trip.

 

Jason had been reminiscing about their early days together when he was hit with a flash of brilliance – he would recreate those days and be that man again. He remembered the time they had spent on that old boxcar – talking, kissing and just being together. Granted, the boxcar never moved but still it was a train car and that had given Jason the idea to get a train and arrange for Robin to be brought to him. A romantic cross country trip together was just what they needed to rekindle that flame.

 

Jason felt the train start up and smiled at the Idaho plains. He would let the train get up to speed and then it was time to reunite with his Robin.

[cmahorror]

Chapter 110

 

Robin yawned and stretched before finally opening her eyes. She was shocked at how quickly she had fallen asleep on the plane; she must have been exhausted. It took her a moment to realize that she wasn’t on the plane anymore – she was in a bed.

 

“Where am I?” She looked out the window and saw the land flying by. She was so in shock at what she was seeing that Robin didn’t hear the door to her room open. “How did I get on a train?”

 

“I brought you here.” Jason stood in the doorway smiling at her. “Consider this the honeymoon we never got – a cross country train ride.”

 

Robin brought her left hand up to rub her eyes, hoping the image in front of her would change, when she noticed that she wasn’t wearing the rings Patrick gave her but rather the ones Jason had. “Where are my rings?”

 

“On your hand.” Jason shook his head like it was obvious.

 

“No, my real wedding rings – the ones my husband, Patrick, gave me.” Robin wasn’t even trying to be nice – those days were long past.

 

“I took them off and put the right ones, the ones Emma and I picked out together, back where they belonged.” Jason stayed in the doorway. “Now I know you are missing the kids but a few more days and we can all be a family again.”

 

“We are not a family and we never will be. I want to be with my husband, Patrick, not you. We are the past; he is my present and my future.” She pulled the rings off her finger and threw them at him. “We will never be together again.”

 

Jason just stood there, barely moving at all. “Yes we will. Robin, you aren’t going anywhere. We are on a train going 65 miles an hour. There will be no running off and no one showing up to drag you away. No one knows where we are – they think we are still in New York. We can go back home and be a family or I can contact the conductor and arrange an alternate route, maybe into Canada. Now, I am going to go check on supper and you can unpack. All of your luggage is in the closet and you have your own bathroom. Just so you know, there are 3 cars on this train: yours, mine and the common room with the dining table and seating.”

 

“Keeping me captive won’t change my feelings for you. I didn’t fall in love with Jerry Jacks when he held me prisoner and I won’t fall in love with you.” Robin walked up to him and stared him straight in the eyes. “Do us both a favor and stop this train. Stop the train and let me go home to Patrick and our kids.”

 

Jason grabbed her and pushed her onto the bed. He held her down and just stared at her, neither one saying a word. After a minute Jason let her go and stood up. He walked over to the door, not looking back at her as he spoke. “I will come to get you for dinner in an hour.”

 

Jason closed the door behind him and Robin heard the lock click into place. It didn’t matter that they were going 65 miles an hour – he wasn’t take any chances. He had underestimated her once before and it would never happen again.

 

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“Daddy!” Emma jumped into Patrick’s arms as soon as he walked in the door. “Uncle Matt said you might need a hug today.”

 

Patrick picked up his oldest child and held her close. “Uncle Matt was right – this is exactly what I need right now. What else did he tell you?”

 

Emma leaned back and looked at her dad. “He said that Mommy has to stay in Seattle for a few more days to help with a patient and that you were sad because you miss her.”

 

Patrick felt the tears coming to his eyes. “Yes sweetie, I miss Mommy but I am so happy I still have you and Alex and Isa here with me.”

 

“And Uncle Matt?”

 

“Definitely, I love having Uncle Matt here.” Patrick hugged Emma one more time before putting her down. “Where is Uncle Matt?”

 

“He and Maxie are making supper with Alex and Isa.” Emma took her dad’s hand and led him to the kitchen. “See?”

 

Matt was at the stove while Maxie sat at the table with Isa lying securely on her chest. Alex was in his bouncy seat on the floor, happily giggling at the cow hanging above him. “The cow goes moo, right Isa?”

 

“I hope so Maxie otherwise I have been telling them the wrong thing for weeks.” Matt finished chopping up the chicken and placed it in the pan. “Chicken stir fry work for you?”

 

“It certainly works for me.” Matt and Maxie both turned their heads to Patrick’s voice.

 

Matt crossed the kitchen in 3 quick steps and embraced him brother. “I am so sorry. Any news?”

 

Patrick just shook his head and sat down at the table. Maxie handed Isa over to him and the baby girl instantly smiled at her dad. “Emma, why don’t you and I go and color some pictures for Mommy and Daddy?”

 

Emma watched her dad carefully – he was really sad that Mommy wasn’t home. “Okay.” She took Maxie’s hand and led her out of the kitchen. “I think Daddy needs all the happy pictures I can color.”

 

Matt waited until Emma was out of earshot and began questioning Patrick. “Do they have any leads?”

 

“Sam was following Jason.” Matt’s head shot up at the news. “I know – she didn’t tell anyone. Apparently she saw something suspicious a few weeks ago and decided to follow up on it by herself. As a result, both she and Robin were kidnapped although Sam was let go today.”

 

“I don’t understand – why kidnap Sam?” Matt couldn’t even pretend to figure out Jason’s motivation.

 

“To distract us, maybe give us a false lead, who knows? In the end it doesn’t matter – Jason still has Robin and we have no idea where they are.” Patrick gently rocked Alex’s seat with his foot as Isa fell asleep in his arms. “Matt, Robin changed one of her medications while she was in Seattle.”

 

“Why? Is her viral load unstable again?” Matt remembered all too well Robin’s last scare years ago.

 

“No, Dr. Makeba just thought this protease inhibitor will work better with her other medications. But we don’t know what the side effects will be or how it may interact with her protocol. She needs blood tests and…” Patrick’s voice broke as he spoke so Matt jumped in.

 

“And there is no way of knowing how she will do on it without the tests – damn it!” Matt walked over to the refrigerator and kicked it. “She’ll be okay Patrick – we have to believe that.”

 

Matt went back over to his brother and put his hand on his shoulder. “Now I am going to finish making dinner while you get these two to bed. After dinner Maxie can help Emma get ready for bed and we can start to work on finding your wife.”

 

Matt went back over to the stove and started back in on supper as Patrick, feeling the calmest he had since Robin went missing, stood up to put the kids to bed.

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Chapter 111

 

“Michael is so much like AJ – it’s great to see him so involved in ELQ.” Jason watched Robin as they ate, trying to engage her in any conversation he could but Robin wasn’t having it. She refused to even look at him while she picked at her food. “Robin? Is something wrong with your food?”

 

Robin looked at him for the first time since she had sat down. “No, the food is fine.”

 

“Then what is wrong? You’ve barely touched your food.”

 

Robin briefly debated whether or not to tell him the truth. “I started a new medication and I am a bit nauseous.”

 

Robin’s decision to tell Jason was purely strategic. Jason had been with her when she first started on the protocol and knew that she needed to have regular blood tests to monitor the medicine’s effect on her body. She was hoping his concern for her health would override his need to try and win her back.

 

“Why – is your viral load unstable?” Jason’s first concern would always be her health.

 

“No, nothing like that but the doctor thought this new medication would work better with my protocol.”

 

Relief flooded through him – Robin wasn’t sick. “Good – well then why don’t you eat what you can and then go rest. I’m sure once your body adjusts to the new medication, everything will be fine.”

 

“But I need to get blood tests to make sure this new protocol is working. I need …”

 

Jason slammed his hand down on the table. “You will be fine.”

 

Robin was startled by Jason’s outburst. She stood up. “I am done. Could you please take me back to my room?”

 

Jason breathed deep. “Robin, I’m sorry for my outburst. Please sit down and finish your dinner.”

 

“I ate enough to take my pills. Please take me back to my room.” Robin turned and headed towards the door leading to her room.

 

Jason sighed but followed her, escorting her to the door. He leaned down to give Robin a kiss but she turned her head and all he got was a mouthful of hair. He pulled back as she walked into the room. “Good night Robin.”

 

Jason shut the door and locked it behind him as Robin laid down on her bed. She was still nauseous and now scared – Jason was ignoring what he knew about HIV and her protocol which was troubling to say the least. But that wasn’t her biggest concern right now - Jason’s outburst was. One of the primary signs that Jason was experiencing a relapse of his previous problems was sudden outbursts of rage.

 

Robin ran through all possible scenarios in her head but one thing was certain - Jason was becoming volatile again which meant he was more dangerous than ever. She needed to tread carefully while still making it clear that she had no intention of indulging his fantasy.

 

Robin walked over to the window and began working on trying to get it to open, even just a little bit. It was glued shut but Robin was certain she could get it open. This train had to stop sometime and, when it did, she would be ready.

 

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Patrick sat in the twins nursery, gently rocking Isa back to sleep after her bottle. Both babies had been a little cranky this past few days and Patrick couldn’t help but feel responsible. He knew his mood was affecting everyone in the house but he couldn’t help it. Jason had kidnapped Robin again and they had no leads.

 

It had been 2 days since Robin’s disappearance and Patrick was slowly going insane. Dante had called right after supper to tell Patrick that the place Sam had led them to had been completely cleared out. Forensics had been over it with a fine tooth comb but it was another dead end, just like Paris, Sonny’s island and Montauk.

 

Mac and Patrick had figured that Jason’s goal was to get Robin to remember the love that they had shared. Jason may think that the best way to do that was go back to the beginning of their relationship but they just didn’t know which relationship that was – the one as Jason Morgan or the one as Zach Jackson. They decided to cover their bases either way.

 

Isa was finally out so Patrick laid her back down in the crib and went back downstairs to join Matt and Mac. Mac had been coming by every night to check on Patrick and the kids and also to work with Patrick on coming up with leads. Both men had racked their brains trying to come with any little something that may help in the search.

 

Patrick came back down and heard Matt and Mac in the kitchen talking so he sat down on the couch to wait for them and think. The couch – the source of their first major fight after he had gotten his first place. Robin had bought him a couch and he had sent it back, afraid that she was trying to move in with him. He ended up buying it again, along with every piece of furniture she had picked out for him. He chuckled at the memory – that couch went through a lot of fights, make up sessions and deep conversations about their pasts and future.

 

One memory jumped to the forefront of his mind. They had been talking about Jason – finally. Patrick had admitted to Robin that he felt like she was hiding that part of her life from him and she had opened up about when she and Jason Morgan had first met – the bridge, the fact that he just let her be upset when she needed to be without judgement, his memory loss and the Quartermaines refusal to accept that the son they knew was gone. Hell, Jason had even moved into an abandoned boxcar rather than live with them in their mansion.

 

Patrick jumped off the couch and ran into the kitchen. “I think I know where Robin is!”

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Chapter 112

 

“According to Amtrak this private passenger train was rented out to a David Logan for a 5 day trip from Seattle to Penn Station.” Robert reviewed the schedule with Patrick and Mac. “David Logan is an alias for a David Shapiro – an associate of Jason and Sonny’s.”

 

Mac smiled at Patrick, proud of the man for having figured out Jason’s plan. Once Patrick figured out that Jason had taken Robin on a train the rest of the pieces fell into place. Mac remembered that damn boxcar – he had taken great pleasure in having the thing destroyed after Robin had moved to Paris. Mac had contacted Robert and Anna immediately and now, less than two hours later, they had their first solid lead since the kidnapping.

 

“Where are they now?” Patrick wanted to go wherever the next stop was to intercept Jason and get his wife back. In his hands he held Robin’s wedding rings – the bastard had had them overnighted to Patrick from Seattle. “It wouldn’t take that long for the train to get across country – would it?”

 

“Not normally but the train is making several overnight stops on the way so the conductor can rest – he is the only one on board who can drive the train so they found several small depots along the way to pull off. These are private cars so we are guessing that the windows are sealed shut and that the cabins themselves are sound proof. I have no doubts that my daughter is working on figuring out a way to escape but it would be better if we could give her some help. The next stop is in Bryan Ohio in four hours. I have already called Nikolas and his plane is ready to go.” Robert smiled at Patrick. “You ready to go get your wife?”

 

Patrick took a deep breath and nodded. “Let me tell Matt what is going on, say goodbye to the kids and then let’s get the hell out of here.”

 

Mac waited until Patrick was out of earshot and then looked at his brother. “I know Jason should stand trial for what he has done but…”

 

Robert put his hand on Mac’s shoulder. “You and Patrick just worry about getting Robin away from Jason – I’ll take care of the rest.”

 

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Robin took the nail file and worked on the edge of the window. She was slowly making progress and she was certain that by tonight she would have the window open and, once they were stopped for the night, she could make her escape. She had no idea where they were but it didn’t matter. She would get out and find a phone. Once she found a phone she would know where she was and she could call Patrick to come and get her.

 

Suddenly she heard the key in the door and quickly sat down on the bed. Jason came in to find Robin filing her nails. “Feeling any better?”

 

“Not really – just needed something to do to help keep my mind off the nausea.” Robin refused to look at him.

 

Jason sat down on the bed and grabbed her hand, stopping the back and forth motion Robin was making. He took the nail file from her hand and set it on the bed. “Robin, you need to try. The whole point of this is to rebuild our family.”

 

“We are not a family.” Robin tried to pull away from him but Jason grabbed her wrist and held her tight. “Let me go.”

 

“No, I won’t.” Jason’s grip tightened and he began shaking.

 

“Jason – calm down.” She could see another rage episode starting and wanted to get as far away from him as she could before he exploded. Robin took her free hand and reached for the nail file but Jason grabbed it before she could get it and flung it across the room.

 

“What are you doing?” Jason’s rage episodes were becoming more and more violent. The incident at supper the other night had been minor. He destroyed a seat in the main compartment when Robin refused to dance with him yesterday. Last night she had heard him in his room tearing it apart because she refused to kiss him good night. Today he had almost hit her when she insisted on staying in her room for lunch. Instead he punched the wall by her head, putting a hole in it. Robin knew she needed to get away from him now.

 

She tried to pull away but Jason pushed her onto the bed. “Don’t make me hurt you Robin, please.”

 

Robin kneed him in the stomach and Jason stopped for only a moment before taking his hand and wrapping it around her throat. It was like he didn’t even realize he was doing it as Robin struggled beneath him, desperately gasping for air. She finally squeaked out a weak sound. “Jason…”

 

As suddenly as he had snapped into the episode, Jason came out of it and became aware of what he was doing. He released Robin and pulled her into his arms as she finally was able to take in a lungful of air. She burst into tears as Jason held her and rubbed her back. “God Robin, I’m sorry. I didn’t mean to.”

 

Robin began pulling away again but this time Jason let her. He stared at her as she huddled in the corner of the bed, her face red and tear stained. He took one last look at her and then fled the room, quickly locking the door behind him. Robin took a few minutes to calm herself down and then got off the bed and retrieved the nail file.

 

Robin went back to work on the window. If she had any doubts about the danger she was in they were gone now. Jason would kill her if she didn’t get away and she had too much to live for.

[Oracle42]

Are these stories on fan fiction.net? It's a little easier to read in that format

[cmahorror]

No, but that is a great idea - thanks Oracle42!

 

 

Chapter 113

 

Jason paced in front of Robin’s door, debating whether or not to check on her. She had refused to come out for supper and he couldn’t blame her – his outburst had scared him too so he allowed her to have dinner in her room but now he needed to see her. He gathered up his courage and knocked on the door.

 

“Robin?” He waited but she refused to answer. “Robin, this is silly. I know my earlier outburst scared you but we need to talk about it and make sure it never happens again.”

 

Still nothing. “Robin, I love you and I would never hurt you on purpose.” Silence. “That’s it – I’m coming in.”

 

Jason put the key in the lock and opened the door. “Son of a bitch.” He turned and ran back into the main cabin. “Dave – let’s go! Robin’s escaped!”

 

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Robin ran through the trains, trying to find the station house so she could get to a phone. It had taken hours but she had finally managed to break the seal on the window and open it. Grabbing a jacket, Robin had lowered herself out the window and crept low until she was away from Jason’s train and in the maze that was a train yard.

 

There was barely any lighting and Robin couldn’t even be sure where she was going. She heard Jason yelling and took off running, barely looking at where she was going. She turned a corner and was stopped by a pair of arms grabbing her and pulling her close.

 

Instinctively Robin began fighting until she heard a familiar voice whisper in her ear. “Calm down there adventure girl, you’re safe now.”

 

Robin stopped fighting and turned around and smiled. “Patrick? How?”

 

Patrick stroked her face and smiled at her. Leaning down, he kissed her and the smiled at her again. “Between your parents, Mac and I – was there any doubt?”

 

Robin shook her head. “No – I knew you’d find me. Where are my parents and Mac?”

 

“Don’t worry about that – Nik’s plane is waiting for us and I am under strict orders to get you there as soon as I found you.” Patrick held out his hand and Robin took it. “Come on babe, let’s get the hell out of here.”

 

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Jason moved through the cars carefully and quietly. In a way, he was impressed that Robin had managed to get the window open – she was always surprising him. He needed to be better prepared when he got her back. No more sleeping in her own room, that was for sure. No, from now on Robin was sleeping with him.

 

Jason reached the end of the line of cars and looked around the corner of the last car. “Robin!”

 

Robin and Patrick had just reached the edge of the yard when they heard Jason yelling for her. Patrick pulled her close and they ducked behind the station house so the man couldn’t see them. Moving slowly, they edged their way to the car waiting for them and got in. Patrick didn’t even have to say a word – the driver saw Robin and him in the back seat and took off.

 

“But wait, what about my parents and Mac?” Robin looked out the back window of the vehicle at the rapidly disappearing station.

 

“The driver is coming back for them but the priority is getting you to safety. We need to get you to Nikolas’s plane and back to Port Charles.” Patrick held her tight in the back seat, afraid to let her go. “It’s over Robin, it’s finally over.”

 

Robin looked up at her husband and kissed him again, tears filling her eyes. “It really is over – I’m really going home?”

 

Patrick nodded and Robin placed her head on his chest, holding him close as they left Jason behind for good.

 

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Jason rounded the corner of the next line of cars, getting more and more desperate as the time went by. It had been over a half hour since he had discovered Robin was gone and he still hadn’t found her. “Damn it Robin, where are you?”

 

“Someplace you will never hurt her again.” Jason heard Robin’s father behind him and turned around, ready to strike out only to find that the man was not alone.

 

Anna stood next to Robert, her gun trained on Jason. “You will never see our daughter again.”

 

Jason turned to run and saw Mac standing there. “Please, give me a reason to shoot you.”

 

Jason thought about it and put the gun down on the ground and held up his hands. “Fine – I give up.”

 

Mac smiled at his brother. “I’m going back to the plane to check on our girl. I’ll see you later.”

 

Mac walked off leaving Jason alone with Robin’s very angry parents.

[ulkis]

Bonus points if she's attached to the Moobster at that moment, and he gets taken out, too.

I'd pretty much chip in for the props department to build a Franco shrine to be prominently displayed in one of the various gray rooms around town.

 

 

Lucy: Everyone! I have a very sad announcement to make! Franco and Nina are dead!

 

Everyone: celebration

 

Lucy: No no no no don't celebrate so soon! Sonny and Carly were also taken out by the crane!

 

Everyone: looks at each other.

 

Sam: That's kinda sad I guess. They were Jason's best friends.

 

Morgan: what will Morgan do for food?

 

Joss: I'll take care of you buddy.

 

Nikolas: I think we should still keep celebrating.  it's slightly sad, but not enough to dampen my joy over Franco and Nina (they keep celebrating)

 

Lucy: wait wait wait NO I still have some sad news! Silas Clay is also dead!

 

Everyone: silence

 

Maxie: Did he live in Port Charles?

 

Lucy: He was the look-alike brother of that evil fiend Caleb!

 

Olivia: Lucy, is that supposed to clear it up for us?

 

Sam: I think I knew him. He was my fourth husband or something. Keep the party going!

[OnceSane]

Can Kiki be with Silas? Maybe she kills herself in grief over losing both her parents and having only Morgan for company.

[cmahorror]

Chapter 114

 

Scott sat down with Robin, Patrick and Alexis to go over the charges being brought against Jason. “First things first, the federal government has decided to not press charges against Jason for federal kidnapping.”

 

Alexis shook her head. “I don’t understand.”

 

Scott explained. “Jason isn’t a threat to homeland security and this wasn’t a kidnapping for ransom. They feel that we can handle it locally.”

 

Patrick snorted in disbelief. “So where does that leave us?”

 

“Jason has agreed to plead guilty to kidnapping in the second degree and assault in the third degree.” Alexis started to say something but Scott stopped her.

 

“Again, no ransom demand, no intent to hurt Robin and he didn’t use a weapon to take her. The assault charge is in the third degree because, according to your own notes Dr. Drake, Jason’s brain damage can cause episodes of uncontrollable rage.”

 

Alexis spoke for her clients. “What are we looking at?”

 

“He will serve the full seven years for his initial conviction. 20 years for the kidnapping charge to be served consecutively, 1 year for the assault to be served concurrently with the kidnapping charge and a $25,000 fine. 27 years total.” Scott really felt this was the best deal they could ask for.

 

“And the restraining order stays in effect?” Scott nodded but Patrick continued - he was taking no chances when it came to Robin and the kids. “And there is no chance that the judge could change the sentence at the hearing?”

 

“The judge that suspended Jason’s initial sentence is under investigation for bribery and this new judge is a stickler for the rules. No, I truly believe Jason will go to jail for at least the next 20 years. We have also requested that he be placed in a maximum security prison out of state.” Scott truly felt bad for the couple and all they had been through. Despite what they thought, he was trying to help them.

 

“Patrick,” Robin took his hand and smiled at him, “he’s going to be in jail for a long time – the twins will be in college before he gets out. Let’s just be grateful for that.”

 

Robin stood up and looked at Scott. “Thank you for telling us what is going on. How soon before he is sentenced?”

 

“Tomorrow – since he had agreed to plead guilty we want to get him out of our jail and into prison as soon as possible.” Scott stood up. “I appreciate your supporting the deal.”

 

Scott held out his hand and Robin shook it. Patrick and Alexis stood up, shook Scott’s hand as well and then they left his office and headed to their cars.

 

“All in all, this is probably the best possible outcome. Jason will be in prison far away from here and, hopefully, time and distance will help him get over this obsession he has with you.” Alexis leaned over and hugged Robin. “Go home and enjoy your family. Enjoy living in peace.”

 

“I notice you didn’t say peace and quiet.” Robin laughed as she hugged her friend tight.

 

“You have an 8-yr old and twin babies – quiet isn’t happening for another 18 years at least.” They all laughed and Alexis smiled at the couple. “I will see you later.”

 

“See you later and Alexis,” Patrick hugged her, “thank you for everything.”

 

“Anything for you two.” Alexis got in her car and rolled down the window. “Now take her home. Scoot.”

 

They laughed and waved to Alexis as she drove off. “So what do you say Dr. Scorpio? You ready to go home?”

 

Robin kissed him. “That’s Scorpio-Drake to you.”

 

Patrick helped Robin into the car. “Damn straight it is." He gave her another kiss and closed her door. He ran over to the driver's side and climbed in, taking Robin's hand in his. "Let’s go home.”

 

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Jason stared at his visitor. “You know what to do?”

 

Dave smiled at him. “Of course – when are they moving you?”

 

“In two days. We need to be smart. Take your time to get everything in order before we implement the plan. I don’t care how long it takes, I can survive in prison as long as I know that I have Robin waiting for me when I get out.” Jason got up and headed out of the room. “I’ll see you soon.”

 

Jason went back to his cell and stared at the picture on his wall of Robin and him on their wedding day. Dave was making all the arrangements and, when the time was right, he would be reunited with Robin.

 

The End

[cmahorror]

Nurse's Ball wins! This story starts with this year's Nurse's Ball but it does not include anything that happened on the show.

 

As always, enjoy!

Cristina

 

 

Chapter 1

 

“Come on Emma, let’s go.” Patrick stood in his tux next to Sam waiting for his daughter. “We are going to be late.”

 

“Sorry Daddy.” Emma came into the living room wearing a beautiful green dress – perfect for the night ahead. “I’m ready to go now.”

 

“You look beautiful.” Patrick smiled at his daughter, the spitting image of Robin. Sometimes she looked so much like his ex-wife it hurt. “Let’s go.”

 

Emma ran out to the car as Sam took his hand. “Hey, just a second – are you sure you’re okay with going to this? My mom and Molly will be there and they said they could take Emma if you would rather stay home. I mean, this isn’t exactly going to be easy for you.”

 

Tonight was the Nurse’s Ball and they were doing a tribute to Robin’s first love, Stone Cates. “Emma has been practicing for weeks on her routine. I promised her I would be there this year to see her perform and I meant it.” Patrick kissed Sam. “But I thank you for offering. So, ready to go?”

 

Sam smiled at him. “Let’s go.”

 

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“I can’t do this.” She stared in the mirror backstage and took several deep breaths.

 

“You can and you will.” He put his hand on her shoulder. “You know you have to do this. It really is for the best and you should be happy – you are home.”

 

Robin bit her lip and looked at the man staring back at her in the mirror. “But to not at least tell Emma I’m home, it just seems cruel to spring it on her this way.”

 

“It’s not cruel, it’s a surprise. Besides, did you really want to go to your old house and have Sam open the door?”

 

Robin shook her head. “No, I guess not but still…”

 

“There is no but – you will do this and then we will deal with your ex-husband and his new paramour.” He squeezed her shoulder. “Just remember that you are doing this for Emma.”

 

Robin nodded her head. He was right – she was doing this for Emma. Emma was all that mattered now.

 

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Lucy stood on stage and smiled out at the audience. “I want to thank you again for your support. Tonight we honor a young man who lost his battle with this disease 20 years ago. Since then his name has lived on through the Stone Cates Memorial AIDS wing – a center that not only helps those with HIV and AIDS get affordable care but also prevention services. I was not fortunate enough to really know the young man in question but we have someone here tonight who not only knew him, she loved him dearly.”

 

Patrick’s heart dropped into his stomach. It couldn’t be…

 

“Ladies and gentlemen, Dr. Robin Scorpio.” Lucy led the applause as Robin walked onto the stage.

 

Sam looked at Patrick and took his hand, squeezing it tight. Emma meanwhile jumped up in giddy excitement. “Mommy!”

 

Robin turned her head and found her little girl in the crowd, quickly waving her up to the stage. “Come here baby girl.”

 

Patrick didn’t even have time to react before Emma was out of her chair and onstage with Robin. Robin picked her up and held her tight, tears flowing down her cheeks. “God I have missed you. I love you more than anything – you know that, right?”

 

Emma nodded. “I love you too Mommy.”

 

“Do you want to stand here with me while I talk for a couple of minutes?” Emma nodded. “Great.”

 

Robin took a deep breath and began speaking. “Over 20 years ago, I met a young man who would change my life in so many ways. Stone and I only had a short time together but the love we felt for other was enough for a dozen lifetimes. He was my first love and I still miss him to this day.”

 

“When I was first diagnosed with HIV, I believed that I would never get the chance to love again,” she looked at Patrick, “or be a mother,” she squeezed her daughter’s hand, “but thanks to the donations of millions of people I did. These donations help fund the research that created the protocol I take to keep my viral load nearly undetectable and stable. These donations helped create the post-exposure prophylaxis protocol to minimize the risk of contracting the virus if you are accidentally exposed, like pricking yourself with an infected needle. These donations continue to fund the research that I hope one day will eradicate HIV and AIDS from the planet.”

 

“I have been fortunate enough to live for the past 20 years with this virus in my body and live a full and happy life, thanks to this research. My life is proof that HIV does not have to be a death sentence but we need all the support we can get to make sure I am not the only one who gets to be that lucky. I thank you all for your support and encourage everyone to keep giving.” Robin picked up Emma and held her close. “Right baby?”

 

Emma nodded and smiled at her mom. “Right Mommy.”

 

Robin looked back at the crowd. “Thank you.”

 

The crowd broke out in applause as Robin stepped off the stage, still holding Emma in her arms. She was instantly surrounded by people, including her mom, Uncle Mac and Felicia. Robin was still trying to catch her breath when she felt a pair of arms pull her close. A man with a thick southern accent began speaking. “Sorry, I think Robin is just a little overwhelmed at the moment, right darling?”

 

Robin closed her eyes and nodded. She kissed Emma and set her back down. “You better go back to your Dad’s table – I’ll be there in just a few minutes, okay?”

 

“You’re home now Mommy, right?” Emma looked hopefully up at her mom as Patrick walked up to them.

 

Robin looked her ex-husband straight in the eyes. “Yes baby, I’m home.”

[jennifer6973]

I swear in your last story you were going to have Robert and Anna kill Jason.

[cmahorror]

Sorry jennifer6973 - I plan on writing a sequel and he's already come back from the dead once lol.

 

 

Chapter 2

 

“Robin, why don’t you and Emma go outside and catch up – I’d like to talk to your ex-husband.” He let go of Robin and smiled at Emma. “Does that sound good?”

 

Emma nodded and looked at her dad. Patrick saw the excitement in his daughter’s eyes and couldn’t tell her no. “Go ahead, I’ll be out in just a minute.”

 

Robin looked at her companion and then back at Patrick, convinced that leaving them alone together was a bad idea. The man smiled at her. “Trust me little Robin, I know what I am doing.”

 

Robin took Emma’s hand and left the two men glaring at each other. Patrick finally broke the silence. “I don’t believe we have been introduced – Dr. Patrick Drake.”

 

He held out his hand and the other man took it. “I am well aware of who you are Dr. Drake. Dr. Marcus Banks.”

 

“Doctor, huh? Are you a researcher like Robin?” Patrick felt himself actively hating the man already and that thick southern drawl was not helping matters. Dr. Banks sounded like a refugee from a bad spaghetti western.

 

“A psychiatrist actually, which is why I want to speak with you.” Marcus took a moment and studied the man standing opposite of him. “I have worked very hard to help Robin deal with her PTSD and I would really appreciate it if you didn’t destroy her progress.”

 

Patrick swallowed hard. “PTSD?”

 

“Yes, why else do you think she has stayed away? Robin came to Paris to see her old mentor, Dr. LeGrasse, and he asked me to help her.” Marcus watched Patrick closely, trying to gauge the man’s response. “What did you think she meant when she said she was broken?”

 

“She told you?” Patrick couldn’t believe this was happening. “Why would she tell you?”

 

“Because I wanted to hear what she had to say.” The man stepped closer to Patrick. “I was her doctor for a short time in Paris, helping her work through her PTSD among other things. Your ex-wife is a remarkable human being, so strong, so resilient and very beautiful.”

 

Patrick studied Marcus up close. Like him, they both had dark hair and brown eyes and they were about the same height but while Patrick was tall and lanky, Marcus was tall and broad shouldered. Neither man was out of shape or fat and it was obvious to Patrick that Marcus was the kind of man who kept himself in great shape. He was also obviously infatuated with Robin.

 

“That hardly sounds like her doctor talking.” Patrick didn’t trust this guy at all.

 

“I said I was her doctor for a short time, until I realized I had feelings for her and did the right thing.” Patrick gave Marcus a questioning look. “I referred her to a different doctor. After I released her as a patient, we started dating. I care very much for the former Mrs. Drake and have every intention of staying by her side for as long as I can. I also want to see her be able to reconnect with her daughter now that she is successfully managing her PTSD. Both of those things could be jeopardized by you.” Marcus’s glare never wavered while he was talking to Patrick.

 

“By me? What do you mean?” Patrick ran his hands through his hair and looked out into the hallway. He couldn’t help but smile at the sight of Robin and Emma deep in conversation.

 

Marcus noticed and stepped in Patrick’s line of sight. “I mean that Robin has finally accepted that your marriage is over and that you have moved on. It hurt her greatly that you moved on with her old boyfriends’ widow but now she is concentrating her energies on rebuilding her relationship with her daughter. Robin has been asked to return to General Hospital and we are moving back to town.”

 

“She agreed to work for Obrecht?” Patrick found it hard to believe Robin would willingly work for one of her captors.

 

“It is part of her healing process, a way of letting the past go. Nikolas has assured us that her exposure to the nefarious Dr. Obrecht will be kept at a minimum and she can concentrate on her research. All I am asking you to do is give her space and let her spend time with her daughter.” Marcus wanted to make it clear that Robin was off limits to Patrick.

 

“Wait – Nikolas knew about this?” Patrick was getting more confused by this conversation as it went on.

 

“Yes – he even offered to let us stay with him while we searched for proper housing. So Robin and I will be staying at Wyndamere for the time being. I understand that Emma is quite familiar with the place.”

 

Patrick cringed. “Yes, she was friends with Nikolas’s son but she doesn’t get along with him anymore.” He didn’t feel like getting into the whole Spencer mess.

 

“Well Spencer left last week to attend a boarding school abroad so he will not be an issue. I will let Nikolas know that Emma will be visiting her mother so that he can have a room ready for her.” Marcus smiled at Patrick.

 

“If Emma wants to stay overnight with her mother I have no issue with it but I do have an issue with you. I don’t know you from Adam and yet you are trying to tell me what to do with my daughter and how to act around my wife.” Patrick was getting louder and various people, including Sam, heard every word of his last statement.

 

“You mean ex-wife, don’t you?” Patrick had the decency to look chastised. “Dr. Drake, I would like to remind you that you have moved on so please do not be upset because Robin has as well. Now we are heading back to Wyndamere and we would love to have Emma come with us so she can have a proper reunion with her mother but if you are uncomfortable with that…”

 

Patrick interrupted him. “I will never be uncomfortable with my daughter spending time with her mother. Will Nikolas be there?”

 

“Of course.”

 

“Then I will go say good night to my daughter and you can leave.” Patrick trusted Nikolas to protect Robin and Emma.

 

“Very good.” Marcus stepped aside and gestured to the hall. “Shall we?”

 

Patrick pushed past the man and headed out to say good night to his daughter and ex-wife.

[cmahorror]

Chapter 3

 

“I feel bad for him but he wasn’t right to say that to me.” Emma was finished relaying her story about Spencer’s outburst following his accident here at Wyndamere. “I’m glad he’s not here Mommy.”

 

Robin and Emma were sitting on the bed in her room catching up. Robin gently pushed a lock of hair behind the little girl's ear. “Me too. I have missed you so much.”

 

Emma got quiet and then looked at her mom with tears in her eyes. “Then why did you stay away? Why didn’t you call me?”

 

Robin’s heart broke. This was the last thing she wanted to do and yet she had done it - she had hurt her little girl. “It had nothing to do with you – you are amazing and wonderful and I love you so much. I need you to understand that.”

 

Robin took Emma’s hands in hers. “Emma, I was sick.”

 

“Like with the flu?”

 

“Kind of,” Robin took a breath, “what I am trying to say is that I needed to get well so I went away to do that and while I was away my doctor told me that, in order to come back and be your mommy forever, I needed to stay away from you for a little bit. I didn’t want to but if it meant being with you for the rest of my life, I had to do it.”

 

Emma thought about what her mom was saying. “Are you all better now?”

 

“Yes baby, I am all better and I am not going anywhere without you ever again. Can you forgive me for being gone so long?” Robin prayed that her daughter would understand what she was saying.

 

“Then I forgive you. I love you Mommy.” Emma jumped into her mom’s lap and held her close.

 

“I love you too.” Robin squeezed her daughter tight. No one would ever separate them again.

 

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Patrick slammed the door and sat down in the living room on the couch, tugging the tie from his neck and throwing it down on the table. Sam sat down next to him and rubbed his neck. “Do you want to talk about it?”

 

“Talk about what?” Patrick stood up and walked over to the kitchen door. “I’m going to get a drink, you want something?”

 

“Yes – I want you to talk to me.” Sam stood up and walked over to him. “Your ex-wife showed up tonight, out of the blue, to give a speech about her first love. She came with another man and didn’t even give you the courtesy of an explanation. I’d say we have a few things to talk about.”

 

Patrick ran his hands through his hair. As sad as it was, Patrick didn’t think he could talk about this with Sam. “Come on Sam, you don’t want to hear about this.”

 

“Yes I do.” She held out her hand. “Come here.”

 

Patrick took her hand and let her lead him to the couch. They sat back down and Patrick sighed. “He said she had PTSD – that’s why she disappeared on Emma and me.”

 

Sam shook her head. “Who did?”

 

“That new friend of hers – Dr. Marcus Banks. He said that Robin went to Paris and met up with her old mentor, Dr. LeGrasse, and LeGrasse called him in to help Robin.” Patrick leaned over and put his elbows on his knees and leaned over. “How could I not see it? She was begging for help that night and I just ignored it.”

 

Sam rubbed his back, trying to comfort him. “She didn’t tell you Patrick. Were you supposed to read her mind?”

 

“Yes!” Patrick stood up again and began pacing the room. “I should have read her mind because I know that woman better than anyone. I should have known something was wrong but I didn’t want to see it. I should have been on the next plane to Paris and tracked her down. I abandoned her and nothing will ever fix that.”

 

“So what good will beating yourself up do?” Sam stood up and tried to calm Patrick down. “Patrick, you were in so much pain after Gabriel died that you weren’t thinking clearly.”

 

“And we know now that Victor did that to keep Robin in line, that he wouldn’t let her come home to me.” Patrick took a deep breath and stared across the room at a photo of Emma and Robin sitting on a shelf. “Don’t you see Sam, I should have seen it but I was so concentrated on my pain I couldn’t see hers. That day at Chriton Clark, she was so nervous, she could barely even look me in the eyes and what did I do? I told her that at least I knew where to send the divorce papers. What kind of man, what kind of husband does that?’

 

Patrick walked over to the picture, picked it up and then set it back down. He looked back at Sam. “I need some air – I’ll be back in a little bit.”

 

Patrick grabbed his coat and walked out the door.

Edited May 16, 2015 by cmahorror

[cmahorror]

Chapter 4

 

Patrick stood on the docks staring at Wyndamere, debating whether or not to go and see Robin. It wasn’t like he knew what he was going to say – would he apologize for not recognizing the signs that she was in so much pain or be angry that once again she had shut him out? And how would he explain living with Sam?

 

“I told you to leave her alone for now.” Patrick cringed as he heard Marcus walk up behind him. “She is spending time with her daughter and it would be nice if you didn’t interrupt.”

 

Patrick turned around and gave the man a sharp look. “I was just taking a walk - I know Robin needs some time alone with our daughter. Why aren’t you with them?”

 

“Because, as you just said, she needs some time alone with her daughter. Unlike you, I am willing to give it to her.” Marcus stared Patrick straight in the eyes. “Of course it’s not really surprising, is it? After all, caring about what Robin needs has never been your strong suit.”

 

Patrick balled his hand up into a fist, dangerously close to punching the man. “How dare you! You know nothing about Robin and I.”

 

“I know more than you think.” Marcus gave a little laugh and began circling Patrick. “I know that you cheated on her. I know that you were getting remarried less than two years after she ‘died’. I know that you moved another woman into her bed only months after pledging your undying love for her.” Marcus spat the words at him as he finished his circle and was facing Patrick again. “I know she deserves better than you.”

 

Patrick shook his head at the man. “Robin left me…”

 

“She left you to save a man’s life – a noble cause you might say. She didn’t have a choice, you know that.”

 

“But I didn’t know that at the time.” Patrick was trying to make excuses but even he wasn’t believing them.

 

“I think deep down you did and that is what is killing you now – you knew and you ignored it. And because you ignored it, Robin paid the price. Do you know how much guilt she carries for Gabriel’s death? That she still wakes up screaming from the shock treatments they did on her? That all she wanted was for you to care enough to find out what was really going on? You didn’t but I did. I saved her from the hell she was living in and I will not let anyone destroy what I have created.” Marcus’s steely gaze surprised Patrick but not as much as the words he was saying.

 

“You talk about her like she is a project, not a person.” Patrick was trying to not lose it completely on the man. “Robin is a wonderful, loving, kind and beautiful person. She deserves nothing but happiness.”

 

“And I plan to give it to her.” Marcus saw the launch pull up to the dock. “There’s my ride. Let me make myself clear – for the time being we are limiting Robin’s contact with everyone but Emma. Robin needs to slowly assimilate herself back into her life and I will do everything in my power to make sure that the transition goes smoothly. If you get in my way, you will regret it.”

 

Having said his peace, Marcus got on the launch and headed back to Wyndamere.

 

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Marcus crept into Robin’s room and watched her as she slept next to her daughter. Robin started to twitch and he quickly grabbed the sedative he had placed in her dresser drawer and administered it. A few minutes later the twitching stopped and Robin settled into a peaceful sleep, her arms wrapped around her little girl. Marcus smiled and gently pushed a lock of hair behind her ear before leaving her alone for the night.

 

Marcus retired to his room and began reviewing the notes he had made. So far things were going almost exactly as planned with one exception – Dr. Drake. He had assumed that Patrick would have not cared about his ex-wife’s return but that was not the case. Patrick may be a problem after all.

 

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Patrick walked back into the house and was grateful to discover that Sam was already in bed. He walked over to the shelf and picked up the picture of Robin and Emma, taking it with him as he sat down on the couch.

 

He smiled as he looked at the picture. He thought about it for a moment and went over to a cabinet and pulled out a DVD he hadn’t watched in years. He went back over to the TV and placed the DVD in the player.

 

Patrick sat back down on the couch and pushed play. A smile slowly came across his face as he watched Robin and him celebrate Emma’s 3rd birthday for her after she had fallen asleep.

 

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Sam heard Patrick come in the house and waited for him to come to bed. She heard the TV come on but she couldn’t hear what he was watching. “Well, if you won’t come to me then I’ll go to you.”

 

She climbed out of bed and headed into the living room. Sam was headed towards the couch when she heard Robin’s voice come through the TV. “Happy Birthday baby.”

 

Sam took a look at the screen and, seeing Robin’s face, retreated back to the bedroom alone.

[cmahorror]

Chapter 5

 

“But why can’t you take me?” Emma stomped her foot and stuck out her lip, imitating her father’s pout perfectly.

 

“Because I have some things to take care of here and Nikolas is already going into town.” Robin knelt down next to her daughter and smiled. “The sooner you get there and get packed, the sooner you get back here.”

 

Robin had spoken to Patrick this morning and asked to have Emma stay with her for the weekend. Patrick had been surprisingly reasonable about it and even offered Robin Monday since Emma didn’t have school. Nikolas had overheard her on the phone and offered to take Emma and bring her back so Robin didn’t have to see Sam in Robin's house.

 

Emma considered what her mom was saying and grabbed Nikolas’s hand. “Let’s go.”

 

Robin laughed as Emma dragged Nikolas out of the house and towards the launch. She headed back into the living room and sat down to read a book when she heard Marcus walk in. “How did I do last night?”

 

Marcus sat down and took her hand in his. “You were wonderful. Your ex-husband on the other hand…”

 

“What do you mean? He let me keep Emma.” Robin’s voice was hopeful but Marcus quickly squashed that.

 

“For now, but what happens the next time someone tries to hurt you? Patrick will stop Emma from being with you.” Marcus saw the tears forming in her eyes. “I’m not trying to hurt you but the truth is that he turned his back on you. I was the one who saved you and brought you back to your daughter.”

 

He stood up and held out his hand. “I think we need to have a session.”

 

Robin shook her head. “No, I’m fine. You’re right – you saved me.”

 

Marcus didn’t drop his hand. “Robin, do you trust me?”

 

Robin closed her eyes and sighed. “You know I do.”

 

“Then come with me. I am trying to protect you from Patrick and all the other people who ignored your cry for help. I don’t think you are quite ready to deal with them yet, at least not until we have a few more sessions.” Marcus stared Robin straight in the eyes. “Take my hand.”

 

Robin stood up and took Marcus’s hand. He smiled at her and led her to his room for their session.

 

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Patrick ran to the door as soon as it opened, expecting to see Robin and Emma standing there. Emma ran in and jumped on her Dad. “Daddy! I had so much fun with Mommy. She and I talked and ate fudge mocha ice cream bars and had a slumber party.”

 

Patrick smiled at her. “Good to hear.” He looked at the door. “Where is your Mommy?”

 

“She stayed at Wyndamere.” Nikolas walked in and smiled at Emma. “Sweetie, why don’t you go pack your bag – I need to talk to your Dad for a minute.”

 

Emma giggled, climbed out of her dad’s arms and headed to her room to get ready for her weekend with her mom. Patrick waited until she was out of earshot and then glared at Nikolas. “Where is she?”

 

“Like I said, Robin is at Wyndamere. I was coming to town to run a few errands and offered to bring Emma by to get her things.” Nikolas stayed in the doorway.

 

“Is she avoiding me?” Patrick had thought they were getting along decently on the phone a little bit ago, all things considered.

 

“Maybe she just isn’t ready to see you living with another woman in her house.” Nikolas took a step inside the door so he could close it behind him. “I love Sam but how could you move her in here so soon?”

 

“What are you talking about? Sam and I have known each other for years.” Patrick didn’t know why he was getting defensive – Robin had left him.

 

“But you just started dating months ago. Look, I want Sam to be happy, but Robin is my friend and has done a lot for me including reuniting me with my son. I need to protect her and I will.”

 

Patrick ran his hands through his hair. “How did you even get involved in this Nikolas?”

 

“I used to visit Robin in Paris when she was working there and I became friends with Dr. LeGrasse. When Robin got to Paris, she went to see him. He saw the state she was in and, after hearing that you had turned your back on her, he called me. We decided not to say anything until Robin was ready to come home.” Nikolas stood his ground.

 

Patrick began pacing the room. “And you didn’t think to tell her husband or her mother what was going on?”

 

“You mean the same ex-husband and mother who ignored her cries for help? Yes, I did but I thought it was best for Robin not to tell you and Marcus agreed.”

 

Patrick stopped; the words Nikolas had just said hit their mark. “I…”

 

“Ready to go?” Emma carried her suitcase out and smiled at Nikolas.

 

He took the suitcase from her. “I’ll put this in the car while you tell your Dad goodbye, okay?”

 

Nikolas left the house and Emma gave her Dad a hug. “I love you Daddy. I’ll see you on Monday.”

 

Patrick gave her an extra hug and then let her go. “I love you too. Be good for Mommy.”

 

“Of course I will.” Emma ran out the door to Nikolas and his car. “Bye Daddy.”

 

Patrick watched her get in the car and then shut the front door. He walked over to desk and pulled his and Robin’s wedding picture out of the drawer he had put it in before Sam had moved in. He hated that Nikolas knew more about what his wife, no his ex-wife, was going through than him. He hated that she had been in hell and he had done nothing to help.

 

What he hated most was seeing Robin with another man. He pulled out his computer and decided to see just what he could find out about the illustrious doctor.

Edited May 18, 2015 by cmahorror

[cmahorror]

Chapter 6

 

“Sam?” Jake tried to get Sam’s attention as she sat at Kelly’s. She seemed to be just staring off into space. “Sam?”

 

“Oh Jake, sorry - I was just thinking. How are you doing?” Sam gestured to the empty seat across from her. “Have a seat.”

 

“Good – thanks for asking.” Jake sat down. “So what has you so distracted? Something to do with your boyfriend’s ex-wife?” Jake hadn’t been at the Nurse’s Ball but he had heard about Robin’s return.

 

“Yeah - it’s just that Patrick and I were doing so well and now that she is back I’m not sure what is going to happen. It was one thing when she left Patrick because she was certain she wasn’t good for Patrick and Emma but now that we know she was sick, Patrick is torturing himself over not helping her.” Sam shook her head. “I’ve barely seen him in four days. He’s been at the hospital working almost non-stop. Emma has been staying with Robin so it’s basically just been me and Danny, not that I mind, but…”

 

“You’re beginning to feel neglected?” Sam nodded her head. “Have you talked to him about it? Maybe go by the hospital to see how he is doing?”

 

Sam played with her coffee cup. “I don’t want him to think I am checking up on him.”

 

“Going by to see your boyfriend at work is hardly checking up on him.” Jake stood up. “Take him some lunch.”

 

Sam thought about it and stood up. “You’re right. Thanks.”

 

“Not a problem.” Jake left while Sam went to get Patrick some lunch so she could surprise him at work. “And Sam, if you need anything, just call me.”

 

Sam smiled at him and went back to ordering Patrick’s food.

 

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Robin walked up to the nurse’s desk with Marcus and smiled at the head nurse. “Hello Epiphany.” It was Robin’s first day back at work and she could hardly believe she had made it back to GH.

 

“Dr. Scorpio,” Epiphany smiled back at the woman, “it is wonderful to have you back.”

 

“It’s wonderful to be back. This is Dr. Marcus Banks.” Robin introduced Marcus as he put out his hand to greet the nurse.

 

“It is nice to meet you Nurse Johnson.”

 

Epiphany shook his hand and took a moment to study the man. There was something about him she didn’t like. “Likewise.” Epiphany focused her attention on Robin. “Your office has been set up and Dr. Banks’ office is next to yours as requested. I’ll show you the way.”

 

Epiphany came out from behind the desk and led the couple to their offices, Marcus staying close by Robin’s side. “Dr. Scorpio, here is your office.” Epiphany pointed a door a few feet down. “That is yours Dr. Banks.”

 

Robin smiled at her. “Thank you Epiphany.”

 

“Yes, thank you Nurse Johnson.” Marcus gave her a brief smile before turning to Robin. “Will you be alright while I check on my new office and see if there is anything I need?”

 

“Of course I will. I know Epiphany already has my office set up the way I want. Plus, Epiphany has a few extra forms for me to fill out at the desk.” There were additional liability waivers that Robin had to sign since she was HIV positive. “I’ll wait for you out there.”

 

“Okay.” Marcus leaned over and gave Robin a gentle kiss on the cheek. “I will see you in just a few minutes.”

 

Marcus headed to his office as Robin went back to the nurse’s desk with Epiphany. “Spit it out Epiphany.”

 

“I have no idea what you are talking about Dr. Scorpio.” Epiphany walked behind the desk and got the forms Robin needed to fill out. She gave them to Robin and smiled at her. “Just be careful – there is something about that man I don’t trust.”

 

“He saved my life Epiphany and brought me home to my daughter.” Robin put her head down and began filling out the forms.

 

“Just be careful.” Epiphany took one last look at her and then went back to her charts.

 

“Robin?” Robin looked up and saw her ex-husband standing in front of her. “You really are coming back?”

 

“I told you I was.” Robin returned her attention to the forms in front of her on the desk.

 

“No, Marcus said you were.” He was hoping she would look at him again but she kept her head down. “How is Emma doing?”

 

“Great - she is at school right now and you are picking her up after to take her to dinner, right?” Patrick had decided that Robin and Emma needed some time together so Emma was spending the next couple of weeks at Wyndamere with her mom. Patrick would pick her up from school and take her to supper and then bring her back to Robin after they finished eating.

 

Patrick noticed that Robin’s focus stayed on the papers in front of her. He needed her to look at him. He quickly grabbed the pen from her. It was childish but if that’s what it took…

 

Robin finally looked at him. “Hey – give me that back.”

 

“No – why won’t you look at me?” Patrick moved from behind the desk to behind her. Robin spun around to find Patrick right in front of her leaning over her. “What are you afraid of?”

 

Robin looked away again. “Nothing – I just need to finish filling out these forms so I can start working.”

 

Patrick took a moment and handed her the pen. “Good, I have a case I want you to consult with me on. It is a 10 year with a frontal…”

 

“I’m afraid that won’t be possible.” Marcus walked up and stood next to Robin. “Robin will only be doing research for the next few months – no consults.”

 

Patrick shook his head at the man. “Shouldn’t that be Robin’s decision to make – not yours?”

 

Marcus put his arm around Robin’s back and pulled her close. “You can tell him Robin – it’s okay.”

 

“Marcus is right, I won’t be doing any consults for awhile. I hope you find someone to help with your patient.” Robin still didn’t look him straight in the eyes.

 

“Great – it’s all settled. Now Robin and I have lunch plans but we will see you tonight when you drop off Emma. Goodbye Dr. Drake.” Marcus led Robin away from the nurse’s desk and Patrick.

 

“Goodbye Patrick.” Robin left with Marcus. They got on the elevator and left the floor. The minute the doors closed Patrick kicked the desk and stormed away.

 

Sam stood in the hall, having witnessed the entire scene. She took the bag of food she was holding and threw it in the garbage before taking off.

[cmahorror]

Chapter 7

 

“She won’t talk to me Mac and I don’t blame her. What was I thinking – I should have taken the first plane to Paris and tracked her down.” Anna paced the floor of her room while talking on the phone to her ex-brother-in-law. Neither of them had spoken to Robin since her return to Port Charles. “I failed her again.”

 

Mac wanted to reassure her but he couldn’t. “Yes you did. Why didn’t you tell me what was going on Anna?”

 

“I thought I was protecting her.” Even Anna couldn’t believe what she was saying. “She said she needed some time away to figure things out.”

 

“And you didn’t think to tell me or Robert what was going on?” Mac hated that he believed that Robin had willingly abandoned her daughter. “You didn’t realize that she needed you and us to help her? Instead she had to depend on a stranger – a stranger who won’t let me anywhere near her. I want to hold her and reassure her that she made the right decision to come back to Port Charles, to come home.”

 

Anna sighed. “So what are you going to do?”

 

“I’m going to go to the hospital and see her at work. I am going to try and see if I can get five minutes alone with her. I would suggest that you call Robert and tell him everything that has happened. Tell him that he needs to get to Paris and find out what exactly happened to Robin while she was over there.” Mac was trying his best not to yell but he was still furious that Patrick and Anna had kept him out of the loop about what was going on with Robin. “You want to make it up to her – you make sure that she really is safe and healthy.”

 

Mac hung up the phone and headed to the door. He needed to talk to his niece – now.

 

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Mac knocked on Robin’s office door and took a deep breath before opening it. “Is it okay if I come in?”

 

Robin smiled at him. “Of course it is.” She got up from her desk and gave her uncle a big hug. “I’ve missed you so much.”

 

Mac held her close. “Me too kiddo.” They sat down on the couch together. “I barely got to talk to you the other night – when did you get back?” Mac was trying to keep the conversation as normal as possible.

 

“The day of the Nurse’s Ball. I, uh, I was nervous and I thought it would be best if I just jumped right into the deep end.” Robin started to turn away from Mac but he stopped her.

 

“You know you can tell me anything.” Mac took her hand in his. “We have been through so much together and I want you to know that if I had had a clue as to what was going on – I would have been there for you.”

 

Tears ran down Robin’s face as she listened to her uncle’s words. “I know.”

 

“Robin, no matter what is going on – you can trust me. I love you and I want to help you. Let me help you.” Mac stared her straight in the eyes, almost daring her to tell him the truth.

 

“Mac, I…”

 

“Hello Robin.” Marcus stood in the doorway of Robin’s office, almost glaring at her. He took a few steps in and held out his hand. “You must be the infamous Mac Scorpio. Robin had told me so much about you.”

 

Mac and Robin both stood up and Mac shook the man’s hand, unhappy about the interruption. “And you must be Dr. Marcus Banks. I understand I have you to thank for my niece’s return?”

 

Marcus nodded his head and moved over to Robin’s side, putting his arm around her shoulders and holding her close. “Yes, I felt it was best if we came back to Port Charles and faced all of Robin’s demons. It really is the only way we can ever have a normal life together with her daughter. Emma means more than anything to Robin and it is my intention that they never be separated again.”

 

“I know Robin and Emma both appreciate that, almost as much as I do. I was just about to ask my niece to have lunch with me so we can catch up.”

 

Marcus interrupted the man. “I’m afraid that won’t be possible – Robin and I have plans.”

 

“Well then how about dinner?” Mac wasn’t going to give up.

 

Marcus dropped his arm from around Robin and turned her around so she was facing him. “Why don’t you go check on those files Epiphany was getting for you – I want to talk to your uncle for a minute.”

 

Robin nodded and then left the room, stopping to give Mac a quick hug and a kiss on her way out. Once she was gone, Marcus sighed and looked at Mac. “I’m sorry but I don’t think you understand just how fragile your niece is at the moment. Short visits like this are fine but anything longer and she may feel pressured and take off again. I want Robin to feel safe and secure. We are easing her back into her normal life but she really only has the emotional strength to deal with rebuilding one relationship at this time and I think we would be in agreement that her relationship with Emma is the most important one to work on, right?”

 

Mac had never honestly hated anyone immediately in his life but he hated Dr. Banks. “Yes, Emma should always be the priority.”

 

Marcus smiled at him. “Good – I’m glad we are in agreement. Now I am going to take Robin to lunch and we will discuss maybe having another short meeting with you next week. It was nice meeting you Mr. Scorpio.”

 

Marcus gestured to the door and Mac reluctantly left the room. Both gentlemen left the office with Marcus heading towards the nurse’s desk and Mac to the elevator. Mac took the elevator to the ground floor and pulled out his phone, calling a number he hadn’t used in a long time. “Lucky – yeah it’s Mac. I know your mom sees Dr. LeGrasse. Could you contact him and see what he knows about a Dr. Marcus Banks?”

[Lillybee]

I floved the Lucky mention. I hope that he is important in this fanfic.

[cmahorror]

Chapter 8

 

“Robin?” Marcus walked into Robin’s office and interrupted her deep in a file. “Sorry to interrupt but I have a patient coming in 10 minutes so I won’t be able to go to lunch. Will you be okay by yourself today?”

 

“Yes, I’ll just go to the cafeteria and bring something back to my office.” Robin smiled at him and then went back to her notes.

 

Marcus walked over to the desk and stood in front of it. “That will be fine but right back here after you get your food, right?”

 

Robin nodded her head. “Of course, right back.”

 

“Good, I’ll see you in just a little bit. Have a good lunch.” Marcus left the office and headed back to his own, in such a hurry that he didn’t noticed Patrick standing a few feet down from Robin’s door.

 

Robin put her file away and headed towards the cafeteria. She was passing the elevator when she was grabbed from behind and pulled into it. “Hey – what do you think you’re doing?”

 

Patrick let the doors close and hit the emergency stop button. “We need to talk.”

 

Robin began looking around the elevator frantically. “Patrick, start the elevator.”

 

“No – you have been avoiding me ever since you got back two weeks ago. I just want five minutes to try and explain…”

 

“Explain?” Robin practically choked on the word. She was trying so hard to stay calm, to not fall into a full panic attack standing in that small, confined space, but her anger won out. “Explain how you divorced me without a second thought? Or how you took up with Jason’s wife while I was trying to save his life? Let me ask you – was that a final screw you to Jason? It wasn’t enough to bed his ex-girlfriend, you had to sleep with his widow too? Why not sleep with Carly, hit the trifecta?”

 

“It wasn’t like that.” Patrick couldn’t believe the pain and anger coming from Robin.

 

“I don’t want to know. It hurts - it hurts so much to know that, in the end, I meant so little to you. That after all these years you are still the same egocentric jerk that I met in that OR.” Robin tried to push past him to the button but Patrick stopped her and gently pushed her back into the corner.

 

“I’m sorry I didn’t see it but Robin, how was I to know? Once again, you were hurting and didn’t just tell me. I’m not a mind reader.” Patrick knew it was a weak defense but it was the only one he had.

 

“I told you I was broken!” Robin screamed it at him. “How could you not know I was hurting and I needed you? I needed you so bad but you never came.” Robin fell into the corner sobbing. “You never came.”

 

Patrick leaned against the wall of the elevator and slid down to the floor, tears streaming down his face. “God Robin, what have I done?”

 

Patrick and Robin stared at each other in silence until they heard a pounding on the door. Patrick reached up and pushed the button back in and the doors opened up.

 

“Robin!” Marcus ran in and carefully picked up the sobbing woman in his arms. “It’s okay, I’ve got you now, it’s all going to be okay.”

 

He took her out of the elevator and into the hallway. “Get me a wheelchair.”

 

Robin shook her head. “I’m okay.”

 

“No you’re not.” Marcus glared at Patrick as an orderly brought over a wheelchair and Marcus set her down in it. “I’m taking you back to my office and then we are going home. Epiphany,” Epiphany looked away from Robin and at Marcus, “please reschedule my appointment.”

 

Marcus took a moment and then gestured to the orderly. “Please take Dr. Scorpio back to my office and wait for us there.”

 

“Marcus…” Robin was trying to stop the fight she could see brewing. “I’m fine.”

 

“No you’re not.” Marcus kneeled down next to her and pushed a lock of hair behind her ear. “I’ll be there in just a minute.” He kissed Robin’s forehead and motioned for the orderly to leave before turning back to Patrick.

 

“How dare you do that to her? Are you trying to destroy all the progress she has made?”

 

“I needed to talk to her and you won’t let anyone near her. Why are you so intent on keeping Robin away from the people who love her?” Patrick had done his research on the man and, while he seemed on the up and up, Patrick still didn’t trust him. “I would think that keeping her isolated would be detrimental to her recovery.”

 

“You know for a brain surgeon, you’re not that smart. You are detrimental to her recovery. We returned to Port Charles in spite of you. Your decision to turn your back on her was the straw that broke the camel’s back. Cornering a woman who has developed claustrophobia due to her numerous incarcerations in an elevator – that’s how you show your love for her?” Marcus took a step forward and stood toe to toe with Patrick. “I will say this once again – stay away from Robin. You have already hurt her enough for several lifetimes.”

 

Marcus left a speechless Patrick standing in the hall as he went to check on Robin. Patrick took some deep breaths as he tried to comprehend all the information he had been given over the past few minutes. Robin’s claustrophobia should have been obvious to him, the way she kept looking around the elevator and yet he had completely ignored what was right in front of him because of what he wanted. Once again he had failed her.

 

Patrick pulled out his phone. “Sam, I’m sorry but I need to stay here to monitor a patient so I won’t be able to make dinner at your mom’s tonight. Tell Alexis I’m sorry and I’ll see you later. Bye.”

 

Patrick finished his message and went back to his office. He needed to figure out what he could do to help Robin and show her that she could count on him to be there for her so they could at least be friends again. He owed her at least that much.

[cmahorror]

Chapter 9

 

“What do you mean Dr. LeGrasse disappeared?” Mac was on the phone with Lucky and he was very upset. “What about his patients?”

 

“My mom was told that she was being transferred to another doctor. Technically, Dr. LeGrasse retired and closed his clinic.” Lucky stood outside the building, trying to find a point of entry. “Look Mac, I am going to try and get into the building – see if anything was left behind.”

 

“Okay, let me know what you find out.” Mac had one last question for Lucky. “Who is you mom’s new doctor?”

 

Lucky laughed. “Dr. Robin Scorpio. Mom is headed back to Port Charles and I will be on my way as soon as I am done here. It’s time I come home and catch up with an old friend.”

 

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Lucky made his way to the back of the building and began looking for any security systems or alarms. He didn’t see anything so he began picking the lock on the back door. To his surprise, the door opened the moment he touched it.

 

Lucky pulled out his gun and carefully entered the building, clearing the area behind the door before shutting it behind him. Cautiously, he creeped down the hallway to the main office. He could see a light under the doorway and stopped. Suddenly the door flung open.

 

“It’s about damn time you got in here boy.” Robert stood there smiling at Lucky. “This will go a lot faster if I have some help.”

 

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“Mr. Cassadine, how are you doing today?” Marcus walked in to the living room and poured himself a drink.

 

Nikolas shook his head. “I’m fine. How are you – enjoying your stay?”

 

“Yes, you really do have a lovely home. Robin and I are quite grateful for your hospitality.”

 

Nikolas winced when the man mentioned Robin. He had a lot of regrets about working with his grandmother but Robin’s involvement was the biggest one. Nikolas didn’t even know she was involved until the day of the Nurse’s Ball. Helena had sent word that she was sending him houseguests and he was shocked when Robin and her psychiatrist showed up on his doorstep.

 

Nikolas had meant what he said when he told Patrick that he would protect Robin. They had been through so much together and while he couldn’t help her out of this mess quite yet, he could watch out for her. Robin wasn’t the same since her return and Nikolas had been trying to find out what had happened to her during the time she was gone but he hadn't had any luck as of yet. “Where is Robin?”

 

“She is sleeping. Yesterday was rather rough on her so she laid back down after she took Emma to school.” He sat down on the couch. “Now I have a favor to ask of you.”

 

Nikolas rolled his eyes. “What kind of favor?”

 

“I need you to keep Patrick away from Robin.” Nikolas looked confused so Marcus explained. “Robin’s ex-husband cornered her yesterday in an elevator. Poor thing was a sobbing mess by the time I got to her.”

 

“Son of a bitch. Is she okay?” Nikolas was certain there was more to the story than Marcus was telling him but he would get that from Patrick.

 

“No – I had to sedate her after we got back home. Needless to say, she will be staying home for a few days to recover.” Marcus finished his drink. “I’m going to go check on her but I have some good news for you.”

 

“What?” Nikolas turned away from the man, he couldn’t imagine what Marcus considered good news.

 

“Your mother is coming home.” Nikolas turned back around. “Yes – it seems that Dr. LeGrasse retired and he transferred care of your mother back to her previous doctor – Robin.”

 

Marcus left the room as Nikolas wondered what had happened to Dr. LeGrasse and why his mother’s care was turned over to Robin.

 

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Marcus walked into Robin’s room and sat down on the bed by her. He watched as she began shaking in her sleep. “No, please stop.”

 

She was caught up in her nightmare again. Marcus put his arms around her. “It’s okay, I’m here. Just listen to my voice and remember who it was who saved you.”

 

Robin shook her head. “No, not you.”

 

Marcus removed his arms from her and stood up, heading over to the drawer where he kept Robin’s sedatives. He quickly filled the syringe as her nightmare became worse. He realized she was remembering her shock treatments. “Emma baby I love you, I’ll never forget you.”

 

He held her arm down and injected the sedative. “It’s okay Robin, I’ll always be here.”

 

Robin shook her head one last time before the medicine took effect. “Patrick, I love you.”

 

Marcus took the syringe and threw it across the room. So much progress destroyed in just a few minutes by Patrick’s little stunt. He took a moment and then climbed back on the bed with a now peacefully sleeping Robin. She could rest now but after that it would be time for an extra long session to remind Robin just exactly who it was that had saved her.

[cmahorror]

Chapter 10

 

Robin banged on the door. “Please let me out!”

 

The room was pitch black and Robin kept feeling around the cold, stone walls trying desperately to find a way out. She had laid down in her room for a nap and had woken up in here but she had no idea where 'here' was. She made her way back to the door and, unable to find a way out, Robin pulled herself into a corner, crying hard. “Not again. No, not again.”

 

She began having difficulty breathing. Emma, she was being taken away from Emma again. It wasn’t fair – she had just gotten her back. Where was she? Why was she taken again? Why wouldn’t anyone help her? Couldn't they hear her screaming?

 

Robin had been in there for what seemed like hours when the door opened and someone came in. He knelt in front of her, face obscured by a ski mask. His voice was strong and terse. “You should have stayed away from your ex-husband.”

 

Robin shook her head. “I didn’t, he pulled me into the elevator, I wasn’t trying to be around him, I swear.” She was begging her captor to believe her.

 

“And where is your precious Patrick now? Once again, he is not here for you. Once again, he let me take you while he sleeps with his precious Sam.” He spat the words at her. “I want to believe you. I want to believe that you have learned your lesson but maybe we need to have another one. Maybe another round of ECT?”

 

“No! Please no – I’ll be good. I’ll stay away from Patrick and my family.” Robin’s tears soaked her shirt as she shook on the floor.

 

"I don't understand why you would want to be around them at all. They abandoned you, left you to me. The sooner you understand that you can't depend on them, the better off you'll be." The man stood up and walked towards to the door. He walked out it and slammed it behind him, leaving a broken Robin lying on the floor.

 

Minutes later the door flew open and Marcus came running in. “Robin? Oh my God, when I went to your room and you weren’t there…”

 

He picked Robin up and carried her out of the room and up the stairs. Robin was shocked to discover she was still at Wyndamere, just down in the catacombs. Moving swiftly, he took Robin back to her room and set her down on the bed. “Please Robin, tell me what happened?”

 

Marcus wrapped his arms around Robin and held her as she cried. “He found me. He found me and took me down there because of what Patrick did. He knew Patrick pulled me into that elevator – how did he know?”

 

“That bastard. I don't know how he knew but we need to be careful." He stroked Robin's hair as he held her close. "Shush my love, it’s all going to be okay now. I found you, I saved you again.” Marcus took Robin’s face in his hands and wiped away her tears. “I will always find you, always.”

 

He laid her down on the bed and held her close. “You need me Robin, you need me to help keep you safe. I will talk to Helena and explain everything so that he goes away and never hurts you again. All you have to do is promise to stay with me and let me protect you. Can you do that?”

 

Robin nodded her head. “I promise.”

 

“That’s my girl.” He kissed her head. “That’s my good girl.”

 

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Sam came by Patrick’s office to check on him and found him sound asleep on his couch. He had spent the entire night at the hospital with his patient and she wanted to show him that she loved and supported him. Patrick was sleeping soundly so Sam decided to just let him sleep and leave him a note so he knew she came by. Sam took a moment to watch Patrick sleep and then went over to his desk to write him the note before heading off to her meeting with Monica about Danny’s birthday party.

 

Sam sat down at Patrick's desk and saw a stack of printouts sitting on his desk next to a notepad. “PTSD signs, symptoms and treatments.” Sam began going through the handouts and reading Patrick’s notes. “Patient may respond to treatment better if they are in a place they feel secure when discussing their trauma. Places: Jax’s cabin, hospital roof, docks, gazebo in the park? No completely enclosed spaces, needs to at least have windows, don’t want to cause panic attack due to claustrophobia. Talk to Kevin – need additional information about treatments for PTSD and claustrophobia. Need to make her feel safe with me.”

 

Sam shook her head. Of course there wasn’t a patient – he was here all night doing research on Robin and helping her deal with her PTSD. It always came back to Robin. She wasn’t just Patrick’s first love, she was Jason’s and a part of Sam would always know that Robin held a special place in both men’s hearts. A place Sam would never have.

 

Sam got up and left Patrick sleeping on the couch, softly closing the door behind her. She pulled out her phone and made a call. “Monica, I have something I need to do. Can we meet tomorrow for lunch instead? Great.”

 

She hung up with Monica and made another call. “Spinelli – I need some help. I want you to do some research on a Dr. Marcus Banks and any connection he has to Robin Scorpio.”

 

Patrick wanted to help Robin – fine. Sam would help him do it and prove that, while Robin was his past, she was the woman he needed for his future.

Edited May 22, 2015 by cmahorror

[cmahorror]

Chapter 11

 

Mac paced the floor waiting for Lucky and Robert to show up. Lucky had called as soon as they had left the clinic to tell Mac they had made some interesting discoveries in Paris and they would be on the first plane out of Paris to Port Charles. That was yesterday and Mac was going crazy waiting.

 

The doorbell rang and Mac ran to the door. “Where the hell have you two been?”

 

Lucky and Robert walked through the door and sat down on the couch. “Well that’s a fine welcome. We just got off a transatlantic flight – the least you could do was offer me a drink.”

 

Mac shook his head. “Sorry if I think Robin is more important than your thirst Robert. What did you find out?”

 

Lucky took over the conversation. “Mac, just have a seat and we will tell you what we found out.”

 

Mac took a seat. “Sorry, it’s just I haven’t been able to get close to Robin in weeks. This Dr. Banks is keeping everyone but Emma as far away from her as possible. Please tell me you found out something on this guy.”

 

“Unfortunately, no but we do know one thing – he’s lying about where Robin was before she came back to Port Charles. We spoke to a nurse at the clinic and she swears that Dr. LeGrasse hasn’t spoken to Robin, let alone seen her in years. In fact, they were all still under the mistaken impression that she was dead.” Lucky couldn’t believe that Robin’s miraculous return hadn’t made headlines at her old stomping grounds. “She did say that Dr. LeGrasse called her a month ago and announced he was closing the clinic doors. Everyone got one year of severance pay and excellent references, all the patients were referred back to their original physicians and LeGrasse disappeared. We still haven’t tracked him down.”

 

“So where was she?” Mac hadn’t believed Dr. Banks’ story but now they had proof.

 

Lucky sighed. “We haven’t been able to figure that out yet. The divorce papers were sent from Paris but we have no proof that Robin actually mailed them. Mac, we can’t even prove that Robin left the United States.”

 

“Are you saying that Robin may have been close to us this entire time, being put through God knows what by this man we know nothing about, and we did nothing to help her?” Mac stood up and began pacing again. Needing an outlet for his anger, Mac knocked over the table by the door and watched as the small items on it crashed to the floor. “No wonder she wants nothing to do with us.”

 

Robert stood up and went over to his brother. “Mac, this isn’t your fault. You didn’t know what was going on.”

 

“But I should have. I should have questioned Patrick and Anna about that last conversation with Robin. I should have insisted on going to see her myself but I was so worried about Maxie I completely ignored her.” Mac shrugged off Robert. “I going to go and talk to Patrick. He owes me an explanation about why he didn’t let me know what was going on with my girl.”

 

Mac stormed off and Robert sat back down on the couch with Lucky. “If I know my brother, Patrick is in for a hell of a hard time. Let’s get settled in – we have some more investigating to do with regards to this Dr. Banks.”

 

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“Open up Drake!” Mac pounded on the front door of Robin’s old house, wanting to see her ex-husband.

 

“Mac, please stop. Patrick isn’t here – he’s at the hospital.” Sam had no idea why Mac was here but this may be good timing. “Why don’t you come in – there’s something we need to talk to you about.”

 

“We?” Mac looked in to see Spinelli cowering on the couch. This day just kept getting worse. “Why?”

 

Spinelli stood up. “Greetings grandfather of my daughter. The lovely Samantha and I have been investigating Robin’s new friend.” After Sam’s call yesterday Spinelli had begun an investigation into Dr. Banks.

 

Mac entered and sat down. “Okay, I’ll bite – why do you care about who Robin is with?”

 

“Patrick feels horrible about not seeing the signs of PTSD when he spoke to Robin months ago. He is beating himself up and trying to find any way he can to help her. I decided to help by investigating this doctor who came with her to see if he is on the up and up.” Sam needed Mac to believe her – his approval meant the world to Patrick.

 

“And is he?”

 

“We’re not sure.” Spinelli pointed at the laptop. “The thing is I cannot find anything on the doctor that wasn’t created in the last year. All articles, licenses, photos, everything about the man were added to the internet after 2013 and backdated to appear older than they are.”

 

Mac couldn't believe what he was hearing. “Are you saying this guy didn’t exist until two years ago?”

 

“Basically – yes.”

 

Mac and Sam both sat there in silence, processing what Spinelli had just told them. Finally, Mac stood up and headed towards the door. “Thank you for telling me this.”

 

“Mac wait, what are you going to do?” Sam was worried that Mac would tell Patrick and then Patrick would do something crazy to get Robin away from Marcus.

 

“I don’t know yet. Keep this to yourselves for now – I’m going to touch base with Robert, Anna and Lucky and see what else we can find out.” Mac looked at Spinelli. “Good work Spinelli.”

 

“Thank you paternal one. Please make sure fair Maxinista knows that I assisted you.” Even though they were back together Spinelli still needed to show Maxie that he was the man she needed.

 

“Don’t push it.” Mac looked back at Sam. “I will talk to you later and let you know what we decide to do. Until then, don’t say anything to Patrick. He’s a little too unpredictable to be involved yet.”

 

Sam smiled at him. “Not a problem. I’ll talk to you later Mac.”

 

Mac walked back out to his car, calmed by his conversation with Sam. His conversation with Patrick would have to wait because right now he needed to talk to his brother. It was time to figure out just who the hell this Dr. Banks really was.

[cmahorror]

Chapter 12

 

“I take it you are keeping our little bird in her cage.” Helena was basking in the Greek sun in while checking in with her cohort in Port Charles.

 

“I told you Helena, everything is under control.” Marcus was relieved to be able to speak in his natural English accent, this southern thing was annoying. “Robin is getting more work done than ever now that she has been reunited with her daughter and we get the added bonus of torturing the Scorpios and Anna DeVane with the fact that she won’t have anything to do with them.”

 

“And no one is suspicious? What about that dog of a husband?” Helena never could understand why Robin had put up with the man.

 

“Dr. Drake was a slight problem but I have taken care of it. Everything is going according to plan. Another six months and we will have everything we need done. Robin, Emma and I will be able to start our new lives far away from Robert Scorpio, Anna DeVane and Port Charles and my beautiful little bird will be available to do anything you want for her from our new home. I will check in with you next week.” Marcus hung up the phone and walked over to the window of his room. He looked out to see Robin and Emma playing in the Wyndamere maze.

 

It wasn’t supposed to be like this – he wasn’t supposed to have feelings for Robin. This was supposed to be about revenge for his father and what Anna and Robert had done to him. Helena had put a call out to all enemies of the spy duo years ago and he had happily responded on behalf of his father. It was because of Robert that Marcus had grown up only seeing his father once or twice a year in secured rooms.

 

After his father’s arrest, Marcus’s mother had moved them to England and changed their names so that Marcus wouldn’t grow up with the stigma of being the son of a criminal. His mother brought him back to the states for visits with his father, visits that Marcus couldn’t wait for. He was a good son and listened closely to all the stories his father had to tell him about what had happened with Anna and Robert. He listened to his father’s plans carefully and, after Marcus turned 18, they spent years working together and figuring out their revenge. He knew what his father wanted him to do and he would do it.

 

But during his time with Robin, getting her to trust him and agree to be with him, he had actually fallen in love with her. Marcus had never understood the attraction his father had for Anna until he spent time with her equally beautiful and brilliant daughter. While Helena had not been happy about his changing feelings, Marcus’ father had encouraged them. Marcus and his father had both assured Helena that she would still have access to the brilliant doctor but, from now on, Marcus would be her keeper. Besides, as long as Emma was with them, Robin would do whatever he wanted.

 

He would have Robin and they would be a family – no matter what it took.

 

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Nikolas paced the living room, debating his next step. He had seen Marcus carrying Robin up from the catacombs, crying and upset. Nikolas had confronted him about Robin’s state but Marcus had insisted that it was all Nikolas’ fault. Because of the poor security Nikolas had at Wyndamere, a madman had snuck in, taken Robin and terrorized her. Marcus swore that he went searching for her and saw a man fleeing the tunnels right before he found Robin and brought her upstairs.

 

Nikolas didn’t believe a word the man said, he hadn’t since the moment he had walked in the door. Marcus was not trustworthy and Robin’s dependence on the man was baffling to say the least. She seemed to have complete faith in the man to protect her and Nik was beginning to wonder if what he had seen the other day was the reason why. Something was wrong with the whole situation, beyond his grandmother’s involvement, and Nikolas needed help to figure out what it was. But first, he needed to let someone know that Robin hadn’t been in Paris before she came home.

 

Nikolas thought about it and picked up his phone. He knew exactly who he needed to call.

 

“Drake.” Patrick didn’t even look at his phone before answering; he was too busy reviewing the additional information Kevin had given him treatments for PTSD.

 

“Patrick, it’s Nikolas.” Patrick started talking but Nikolas interrupted him. “I need to talk to you as soon as possible – it’s about Robin.”

 

Patrick dropped his papers. “Can you meet me on the docks in 10 minutes?”

 

“Make it 20.” Nikolas was already headed out the door as he finished speaking to Patrick. “I am headed to the launch now.”

 

Patrick took a few moments to clean up his research before he left his office and headed to the docks, getting there just as the launch was pulling up. “What is it? Is she okay?”

 

Nikolas stared at him, unsure of what to say. Patrick was living with his cousin but it was obvious to Nikolas that he was still in love with Robin. “This needs to stay between the two of us – at least for now. I’m not sure who I can trust and it is in Robin’s best interest to keep this quiet.”

 

“To keep what quiet?” Patrick watched Nikolas warily. “What is going on?”

 

“Robin wasn’t in Paris. I don’t know where she was but I got a call right before she showed up from Dr. Banks saying that she would be coming back and needed a place to stay. I would do anything for Robin so I said yes.” Nikolas hated not telling Patrick the whole truth but he wanted to give Patrick just enough information to spark his curiosity. He remembered Patrick’s refusal to give up on Robin when Jerry Jacks forced Nikolas and Robin to pretend to be in a relationship and he was counting on that Patrick to be the one who heard him.

 

“Why lie and tell me she was?” Patrick had a feeling that Nikolas was hiding something else besides this secret.

 

“Because she asked me to and she is obviously in a very precarious state of mind. I don’t trust Dr. Banks and I am hoping you may be in a position to help her.” Nikolas turned around and started walking back to the launch. “I guess I just thought you should know the truth.”

 

Nikolas boarded the launch, leaving behind a very confused and concerned Patrick.

[cmahorror]

Chapter 13

 

Robin knocked on Marcus’s office door. “Marcus?”

 

Marcus yelled out to her. “Come in.”

 

Robin opened the door and started to enter but stopped. “I’m sorry, I didn’t know you had company.”

 

A sandy haired man sat in the chair opposite Marcus, his back to the door. Marcus smiled at her, taking in the sight of Robin in the green dress he had picked out for her. “It’s okay. We’re going to be longer than I expected so why don’t you go ahead to the casino and I will meet you there.”

 

Tonight was a benefit for the pediatric wing at the Haunted Star. Marcus had decided Robin was ready to face the citizens of Port Charles for a night, as long as he was by her side of course, but this meeting was taking longer than he thought.

 

Robin hesitated. “Are you sure?”

 

“Of course I am. You have been doing wonderful for the past week – I trust you will behave. I shouldn’t be very far behind you and Nikolas will be there. Please sit with him.”

 

“Okay – I’ll see you there in just a little while.”

 

Robin closed the door and Marcus turned back to his guest. “As I told Helena, everything is under control here. There was no reason for you to check up on us.”

 

Jerry smiled at the man. “Yes, I see that little Robin is listening to you but that does not change the fact that we need to move up the timeline and I am here to make certain that happens. I will be staying at Wyndamere but please do not let anyone know I am here – there are quite a few people who love to put me in jail.”

 

“Then I suggest you stay out of sight – I have made too much progress with Robin to have you take ruin it now.” Marcus stood up and walked to the door. “I assume Helena told Nikolas you are coming?”

 

“Yes, the dear boy has a room set up for me on the opposite side of the house from you and Robin.” Jerry pulled on the hat he was carrying, effectively hiding his hair and put on a pair of glasses. “I will see you at home later.”

 

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Robin walked into the Haunted Star, clutching her purse close to her and looking around for Nikolas. Her nerves were working overtime and she was unsure where to step or what to do.

 

Patrick noticed her standing on the steps and walked over, careful to make sure she could see him. “Robin?” She smiled at him and he smiled back. “I’m so glad you came. Are you by yourself?”

 

Robin looked around again and then back at her ex-husband. “Marcus was still with a patient and Nikolas was supposed to meet me here but I don’t see him.”

 

He was about to make a comment about her being let out alone but Patrick bit it back. He was trying to be supportive and that would immediately put her on the defensive. “Would you like a drink? I have a spot at the bar with a couple of stools and enough room for two.”

 

He put out his hand and, after a moment’s hesitation, she took it, followed him to the bar and took the seat next to him. Patrick signaled the bartender. “A glass of your house red please.”

 

Robin smiled at him. “Thank you. Where’s Sam?”

 

“She said she might make it later – this really isn’t her thing.” The truth was that he really hadn’t spoken to Sam in weeks. He had been busy at the hospital and she was working on a case. “Emma is at her slumber party, right?”

 

Robin laughed. “Yes. She was so excited to spend the weekend with her friends." She took a sip of wine. "How is your patient doing – the one with the frontal tumor?”

 

“Very well, thanks to you.” Robin looked at him curiously. “I reviewed some files from similar patients you developed protocols for and was able to figure out a treatment for my patient.”

 

“Wait, you figured out a drug protocol for your patient? What happened to cut first, questions later?”

 

“Hey, don’t be so surprised. You always were the best influence on me.” Patrick raised his glass and clinked it with Robin’s. “Before you I wouldn’t have even considered using a drug protocol but now it’s always on my mind when I review patient files.”

 

Robin felt tears come to her eyes as she noted the sincerity in his eyes. “I’m glad to hear that but you have to know that I never wanted to change you.”

 

“That’s not what I meant. You didn’t change me, you just helped me see that there was more than one way to handle a situation and I will be forever grateful to you for it. Although I have to admit that I can't wait to be able to actually work with you again. Any idea when you might start consulting?”

 

Robin shook her head. "No, I'm still trying to get back into the swing of things and I needed to take a few days off last week but I am hoping soon."

 

His guilt overwhelmed him and Patrick gently took Robin’s hands in his. “I am so sorry for last week, the stunt I pulled with the elevator. Robin I would never purposely scare you. It was a stupid thing to do and I hope you can forgive me.”

 

“Patrick, I know you weren’t trying to scare me and yes, I can forgive you. Just don’t do it again, please.”

 

“I promise not to do anything like that to you again. All I want to do is help you Robin, to finally be the man you need.” Robin smiled at him and Patrick let go of her hands. “You ready for a little roulette?”

 

Robin didn’t have a chance to respond when they heard gun fire going off and saw four men in masks enter the casino. “Nobody move – this is a robbery!”

 

Patrick instinctively put himself in front of Robin, taking her hands in his and pulling her against his back to shield her. “It’s okay Robin, just stay behind me. I'll protect you.”

[cmahorror]

Chapter 14

 

“Everyone down on the ground!” The robbers pointed their guns at the group. “Throw all cell phones into the middle of the floor.”

 

Everyone in the room quickly complied. Patrick took a look around the room to make sure everyone was okay. Fortunately it still early in the evening and most of the guests had not arrived yet. Among the doctors, nurses and various guests he saw among Maxie, Lulu, Liz, and Epiphany lowering themselves to the ground but his focus was on the trembling woman he was guarding.

 

Patrick turned around and gently stroked Robin’s face. “It’s okay – just focus on me.” He helped Robin to the floor and took the cell phone from her purse. Without breaking their connection, Patrick threw their two phones into the center of the floor. “I’m not going to let anyone hurt you. Tell me what will make you most comfortable.”

 

Tears fell down Robin’s face. “Would you hold me?”

 

Patrick leaned his back against the bar and pulled Robin into his arms, wrapping them around her tight. “Keep your face against my chest and don’t look at them. It will all be over shortly.”

 

One of the gunmen walked over to Lulu and Maxie, who sat across the room from Patrick and Robin. “You’re the owner, right?” Lulu nodded. “Good – take me to the safe.”

 

Lulu stood up and headed to the back room with the man while the other three gunmen stood in the center of the room, guns trained on the crowd. A few minutes later they came back out with a bag full of cash and the gunmen threw Lulu back over to Maxie. “Let’s go.”

 

The men were headed to the exit when they heard a voice call from outside. “This is the Port Charles police department. We have you surrounded – come out with your hands up.”

 

The gunman threw the bag of money down and fired his gun into the air. “Damn it!” He looked at the people on the floor. “Get comfortable – we’re in for a long night.”

 

Patrick held Robin close and gently stroked her hair. “It’s going to be okay Robin. I promise I won’t let anything happen to you.”

 

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Nikolas pulled up to the Haunted Star and was shocked to see police cars outside. He saw Dante and ran over to him. “Dante, what is going on?”

 

“Nikolas – the alarm sounded a few minutes ago. I have access to the Haunted Star security cameras on my phone – Lulu set it up – and there are 4 gunmen inside.” Dante loved his brother-in-law but he didn’t have time for this. “Look, Lulu is in there…”

 

“What about Robin?” Nikolas was under strict orders to be there to watch over Robin. He wasn’t happy to be helping his grandmother but it was the only way to protect Robin right now. “I was supposed to meet her here.”

 

“Don’t worry – she’s with Patrick and he won’t let anything happen to her.” Dante had just finished speaking when Marcus walked up to the men.

 

“What do you mean she is with Patrick?” Marcus stared in disbelief at the scene unfolding before him.

 

“There is a hostage situation.” Nikolas pulled Marcus aside. “Did you have anything to do with this? I know that Helena sent Jerry back here.”

 

“No, the man left the hospital when I did – he had nothing to do with this. I will ask you again, what do you mean she is with Patrick?” Marcus was not happy with what he was hearing.

 

“Patrick and Robin were both in there when the robbers struck so I would imagine that he is protecting her. Patrick would die for her.” Nikolas felt like Patrick needed a little defending.

 

“Which he proved by divorcing her.” Marcus pulled out his phone and made a call. “We have an issue that needs taken care of immediately.”

 

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“How are you doing?” Patrick held her close and kept rubbing her back. It had been an hour since the start of the hostage situation.

 

“I’m okay. You don’t have to worry about me…”

 

“I like worrying about you. It’s alright if you’re scared – just remember that I’ve got you and I will do everything in my power to protect you.” Patrick continued to hold her close, not wanting to let her go. “At least time I’m in here with you, rather than going crazy standing outside.”

 

“Yeah, no storming the doors and demanding to be traded for me and, as an added bonus, no Carly.” Talking to him helped her feel a little bit better.

 

“And no one has been hurt. That was one of the worst moments of my life, knowing you were inside the Metro Court, shot, and I could do nothing to help you.” His hold on Robin didn’t break.

 

“But you did help me.” Robin looked up at him with tears in her eyes. “You talked Emily through my surgery and saved my life. If you hadn’t done that, I would have died. You were my hero that night.”

 

“Too bad I couldn’t be that man again when you needed him.” Patrick wiped her tears away as they began to fall down her face. “I have let you down so many times and I hate myself for doing it. I want you to know that I never stopped loving you and no one has ever taken your place in my heart.”

 

“But what about Sam?” Robin wasn’t sure what he was saying.

 

“I care about Sam but it doesn’t come close to my feelings for you. Maybe a part of me was trying to get back at you for leaving me, maybe it was a screw you to Jason, or maybe I am just so pathetic that I needed someone by my side instead of doing what I promised and waiting for you.” Patrick gently rubbed her cheek. “I love you Robin, so much and I know you still love me.”

 

Robin nodded her head. “Of course I still do, I have never loved anyone the way I love you but…”

 

“But nothing.” Patrick leaned down and gently kissed Robin. “I know we have a lot of issues to work through but I believe that we can do it. I’m not asking for an answer now - just promise me you will consider what I am saying.”

 

“Patrick…”

 

He kissed her one last time. “Just promise.”

 

Robin nodded her head and laid her head back on Patrick’s chest. “I promise.”

 

Meanwhile the four gunmen were talking. The second gunman was getting nervous. “We need to get the hell out of here – this was supposed to be simple.”

 

“In and out – isn’t that what you said?” The third gunman glared at the man holding the money, clearly the one in charge. “What are we supposed to do now?”

 

The leader looked around the room and smiled. “We have the upper hand – the van is right outside and I see at least four lovely ladies that we can use as human shields. Everyone grab someone and let’s go.”

 

The first gunman grabbed Lulu while two of the others grabbed Maxie and Liz. Patrick took Robin and shoved her behind the bar as the last gunman went for her. Patrick stood up to stop him. “You leave her the hell alone!”

 

The gunman looked at Patrick. “Fine.”

 

He turned to leave and then turned back around, hitting Patrick in the head with his gun. Patrick fell to the floor in an unconscious heap. Robin ran out to help him. “Patrick!”

 

The gunman grabbed Robin and dragged her over to the others. “I figured we might as well take girls we can have a little fun with.”

 

The men began dragging them to the door and had almost made it there when gunfire filled the room.

Edited May 25, 2015 by cmahorror

[cmahorror]

Chapter 15

 

“We have shots fired inside the building, repeat, shots fired. On my command, let’s go.” Dante and Nathan lined up with the other officers and, after a moment, entered the lobby.

 

“Everyone freeze.” Dante walked in to see four men in masks lying dead on the ground, each one shot. “Lulu?”

 

Lulu came running over, hugging her husband. “The shots came from out of nowhere. I don’t know who your sharpshooter is but…”

 

“Lulu, we didn’t have a sharpshooter in here.” Dante looked around the casino, confused as to what had happened. “Is everyone okay?”

 

“No, Patrick needs help.” Robin sat by her ex-husband, examining him. “One of the men hit him in the head with his gun. Get me an ambulance and call ahead to tell them what happened and that I want a portable CT in the trauma room as soon as we get to GH. Tell them that his doctor is riding in the ambulance with him.”

 

The paramedics came in and quickly got Patrick on the cot. Robin ran by their side as they headed out the door and to the ambulance. “Come on Patrick, wake up.”

 

Marcus saw her running out the door and tried to grab her but she shook him off. “I have to go with him.”

 

He stared her straight in the eyes. “Robin no.”

 

Marcus reached for her again but she pulled away. “He was hurt protecting me. I have to make sure he’s alright.” She jumped in the ambulance and it took off, leaving Marcus behind.

 

Nikolas walked up to the man and shook his head. “I told you he would protect her.”

 

Marcus glared at him. “No, I protected her when I sent Jerry in to eliminate those men. Go back to the house and make sure our newest guest is all settled in. I am going to the hospital to check on Robin and make sure that her ex-husband is going to be alright.”

 

“Why not give up? She will never love you.” Nikolas knew from his grandmother that Marcus was in love with Robin and planned to create a family with her and Emma.

 

Marcus gave Nikolas one last piercing look. “Yes she will.”

 

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The nurse was waiting at the door when the paramedics came in with Patrick, rattling off his vitals. Robin was holding his hand as they took him into the Trauma Room. Robin took over the second they got him on the cot. “He was hit in the left side of his head with the barrel of a gun. He has been unresponsive since he went down – about 15 minutes now. Pupils are equal and reactive. Is the portable CT here?”

 

“Being awfully bossy there sunshine.” Robin gasped at the sound of Patrick’s voice.

 

“Thank God.” She hit him in the chest. “Don’t you ever do that to me again.” The tears she holding back ran down her cheeks.

 

Patrick reached up and caressed her cheek. “Are you okay? They didn’t hurt you, did they?”

 

“No, I’m fine. Right now you need to get checked out make sure there is no damage to that brilliant brain of yours.”

 

Robin began to pull back but Patrick grabbed her arm and held on tight. “Before you leave, remember what you promised me?”

 

“Of course but you need to get checked out and, lucky you, I am going to be your doctor.” Patrick let go of her arm and Robin went over to the radiologist and nurse. “Let’s get the scans done and I want a suture kit, some lidocaine and sterile dressing. Also get him a room on the 10th floor – Dr. Drake is being admitted for the night and I am sure Nurse Johnson will want to be the one watching over him." Epiphany had come in to work straight from the benefit and told Robin to send Patrick to her floor. "I’m going to give an update to the police. I want those CT scans back ASAP.”

 

Robin stepped back over to the cot and smiled at Patrick. “I will be back in a few minutes. Behave until I get back.”

 

Patrick smiled at her. “No promises but I’ll try.”

 

Robin walked out of the room shaking her head. She went into the waiting room and saw Dante there along with Sam and Marcus. “We are waiting on the CT scans but he is conscious and alert. He will need stitches and I am having him admitted overnight for observation but I think he is going to be fine.”

 

“Great – that’s great. Thank you Robin.” Sam smiled at her. “How soon until I can see him?”

 

Robin took a deep breath. “I need to review a few more things, give him stitches and then I will send him up to his room and you can see him there. I will have the nurse let you know when they have him assigned to a room.”

 

Marcus walked over to her. “Could we talk for a moment before you go back to your patient?”

 

Dante was surprised when he saw a look of fear briefly appear on Robin’s face. “Robin, are you okay?”

 

“I’m fine – it’s just been a really long night. I need to get back to Patrick.” Robin eyes never left Marcus’s. “I will see you back at Wyndamere.”

 

Robin turned around and headed back to the trauma room to finish working on Patrick. Dante walked over to Marcus. “I don’t believe we have been introduced – Detective Dante Falconeri. You are Dr. Banks?” Marcus nodded. “You are staying with my brother-in-law out at Wyndamere.”

 

“Falconeri? Yes, you are Lulu’s husband. I understand she was in the casino with my Robin tonight. I take it she is doing well?” Marcus was trying to be as polite as possible but he really needed to get back to Wyndamere and regroup. Tonight was a huge set back and he probably would not be able to get Robin alone again now that Jerry was there and Nikolas had decided to become her watchdog.

 

“Yes she is. You know I can’t quite place your accent. Where are you from - Georgia, Alabama?” Dante instinctively didn’t trust this man and he didn’t want his wife or son anywhere near him.

 

Marcus was prepared. “A very small town in Louisiana called Athens – I haven’t been there since my parents died years ago.”

 

“Really? Ironic considering who your host is.” Dante was already planning to do a background check on the doctor and was gathering every piece of information he could. “Well, tell Robin that I will be by tomorrow to take her statement. Good night Dr. Banks, Sam.”

 

Sam listened to the entire conversation closely and decided to send Spinelli the additional information as soon as she could. Maybe they were one step closer to figuring out just who Dr. Banks really was.

[cmahorror]

Chapter 16

 

“There we go Dr. Drake.” Robin finished suturing up Patrick’s head and applied gauze to the wound. “7 stitches and I promise that the scar will be so small you won’t even notice it.”

 

Robin pulled off her gloves and put them in the biohazard bin before turning back to her ex-husband. “Your CT scan was clear but I am still admitting you overnight for observation.”

 

“Any chance you will stay with me?” Patrick smirked at her but Robin just shook her head.

 

She walked back over to his bed. “No, but you will be well taken care of – Epiphany will be watching over you all night long.” Robin turned around but Patrick grabbed her arm.

 

“Robin please, sit down with me for just a minute.” Patrick tugged on her arm and Robin sat down next to him on the bed. “I meant what I said earlier but I need to know something – are you and Marcus together.”

 

Robin looked away from him, trying to gather her thoughts. Marcus had arranged for her to come home to her daughter but she was still under Helena’s control – too many people she loved lives were at stake, including Patrick’s. “We’re friends.”

 

Patrick could tell there was more to what was going on than Robin was telling him. “Robin – I know you have a hard time believing it but you can trust me." He took a deep breath. "I know you weren’t in Paris.”

 

Robin’s head turned back so fast Patrick was certain she had given herself whiplash. “How do you know that?” The mood in the room changed immediately. She was scared – he could hear it in her voice. Robin jumped off the bed and began hyperventilating. “You can’t know. No one can know.”

 

Patrick climbed off the bed, ignoring the pounding in his head, and went to her. “Robin?” He tried to put his arms around her but she backed away, shaking her head. “Robin, it’s okay. Let me help you.”

 

Tears filled her eyes and Robin backed further away, almost in a daze. “You can’t.”

 

Before Patrick could stop her, Robin ran out the door.

 

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An hour later Patrick was sitting in his room, thinking about what had happened with Robin, when the door opened. He tried to not seem too disappointed when Sam walked through the door instead of Robin.

 

“Hey you – how are feeling?” Sam went over to the bed and gave him a kiss. “Head hurt?”

 

“A little bit but I am going to be fine.” Patrick really didn’t know what to say to Sam. “Thank you for coming by.”

 

“Where else would I be?” Sam took his hand in hers. “I am so happy that you are going to be okay and now you’ll have a few days off. Maybe we could spend them together.”

 

Patrick shook his head. “We need to talk.” Patrick paused, trying to decide where to start this conversation. “Sam, do you remember what you told me when Robin came back the first time?”

 

Sam scrunched up her nose. “Of course I do. We were talking about Sabrina and Robin and I told you that in your heart you knew where you belonged. Why?”

 

Patrick took a deep breath. “Sam, I truly care about you…”

 

“Oh my God.” Sam shook her head. “This is not happening.” Sam got tears in her eyes. “Patrick I love you. We live together, we have a life together and you cannot just throw it away for her.”

 

“Do you think this is something I decided on a whim? Sam, you have to understand what is going on. Robin didn’t leave me because she wanted to – something else is going on and I have just started to figure it out. One thing is clear - I let her down.”

 

“Then help her out but that doesn’t mean we have to end. Patrick,” Sam had tears in her eyes, “I love you and I know you love me.”

 

“I do love you Sam but I am in love with Robin and I always have been. I honestly thought that I could move on with you, that what happened with you was different than what happened with Sabrina but it wasn’t.” Patrick reached up and gently touched her cheek. “In the end, it will always be Robin. I am so sorry.”

 

Sam smacked his hand away, stood up and glared at him. “You’re sorry? Please, you don’t even know the meaning of the word. Why are you willing to give up me and life we have built up for her?”

 

“Because she’s Robin.” As far as Patrick was concerned, that was all the explanation needed.

 

“You are going to regret this Patrick. Believe it or not – Robin is not the victim here, I am. We had a life, a family we created and you are throwing it all away for her. What am I supposed to tell Danny?” Sam paced the floor.

 

Patrick began to say something but Sam cut him off. “You know what – never mind. I’ll call Jake and we will get our stuff moved out by tomorrow. I hope she’s worth what you are giving up.”

 

Sam stormed out the door and down the hallway. She hit the elevator button and then collapsed on the ground in tears. She needed to get to the bottom of what Robin was doing so that she could show Patrick that he had just made the biggest mistake of his life.

[cmahorror]

Chapter 17

 

“The accommodations are just as wonderful as they were the last time I was your guest. Tell me, is Alfred still your head of household?” Jerry looked around his room as he was talking to Nikolas.

 

“You just stay to your part of the house and do not come anywhere near Robin or her daughter – am I clear?” Nikolas loathed the man and saw no reason to pretend differently.

 

“But I was so hoping for a reunion with the lovely Dr. Scorpio, we have so much to catch up on.” Nikolas glared at him and Jerry gave him a fake smile. “Of course I will stay away from her but I am not the person you have to worry about. Dr. Banks should be your main concern. Poor man is desperately in love with our lovely little bird and a desperate man will do desperate things.”

 

Nikolas sighed. “I will take care of Dr. Banks and protect Robin – you just make sure that you stay in your part of the house.”

 

Jerry snickered. “Yes, because you have Robin’s best interests at heart? Let’s face it Nightmare Nikolas, you are in this up to your neck and you are holding several big secrets. How would Robin feel if she knew that you not only know Jason is alive, you know where he is and haven’t told anyone?”

 

Nikolas didn’t say another word to Jerry but instead turned around and left the room. He made his way to the living room and found his butler. “Alfred, Robin will be moving into the room next to mine. Please move all her things tonight and then give me all keys to the room. Under no circumstances will you give a key to any of our other guests. Am I clear?”

 

Alfred nodded his head. “I will see to it at once. Dr. Banks just returned and is in the kitchen having supper. Will you or Dr. Scorpio be needing anything else tonight?”

 

“No, Alfred. I am leaving to go get Dr. Scorpio and bring her back here. Please make sure her room is ready by the time we return.” Nikolas was putting on his jacket as he spoke to the man. A few moments later, he headed out the door and to the launch. It was time he had a talk with his old friend.

 

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Robin stood on the docks, tears flowing down her face, as she looked out across the water. The launch would be here soon and then she would be back in her room at Wyndamere, safe from the world. She watched the launch as it landed on the dock and she carefully boarded it. “Robin?”

 

“Nikolas – what are you doing here?” She stepped to the side to give him room to leave but Nikolas just took her hand and sat down with her.

 

“I think we need to take a little boat ride around the island so we can talk in private.” Nikolas couldn’t help but notice she had been crying. “Robin, what happened? Is it Patrick?”

 

Robin nodded and then collapsed in tears against him. “He knew, he knew I wasn’t in Paris. He knew what they were doing and he…”

 

Nikolas was confused. “Robin, what is going on?” He took Robin’s face in his hands and wiped away the tears. “What happened to you while you were gone?”

 

 

 

Flashback

 

She was in the middle of a room staring up at a screen with pictures of Patrick and Sam together. She couldn’t move – she wanted to but she couldn’t. Helena circled her while the guards made sure no one walked through the door. “Look at these pictures Robin – he knows I have you and he doesn’t care. He’s happy you’re gone – now he can have a normal life with a healthy woman.”

 

“He doesn’t know.” Robin’s tears flowed down her cheeks. “He would be here if he knew.”

 

“Go ahead, tell yourself that but he met with Jerry in Amsterdam and Jerry told Patrick what was going on. All Patrick cared about was finding out who ran him off the road and Sam.” Helena sneered at her. “Face it – the only person who cares about you anymore is Marcus. He is the only reason you are still alive Robin. If you ever see you daughter again it will be because of Marcus and if you betray him you will lose her.”

 

Robin shook her head. It wasn’t true – it couldn’t be true. “No.”

 

Suddenly pain shot through her body as one of the guards hit her with a tazer. Robin fell to the floor and curled up in a ball. Helena stood over her. “That’s what believing in Patrick gets you – more pain. Now, who will save you?”

 

“Patrick.”

 

He hit her again, upping the voltage and Helena repeated the question. “Who will save you?”

 

“Patrick…” Robin sounded uncertain and was rewarded with another shock.

 

Marcus burst through the door and the other guard stopped him. “Leave her alone.”

 

Helena looked at Marcus and then back at Robin. She nodded at the guard and he walked over to Marcus and hit him. Helena smiled at him. “Are you willing to take her punishment for her?”

 

Marcus didn’t even hesitate. “Of course.” Robin couldn’t see what was happening but all of a sudden Marcus screamed and hit the floor.

 

Robin screamed. “Stop, please don’t hurt him.”

 

“Then give up your silly belief in Patrick. Repeat after me, Patrick can’t help me.”

 

Tears fell down Robin’s face. “Patrick can’t help me.”

 

Helena walked back over to her. “Only Marcus can help me.”

 

Robin swallowed hard. “Only Marcus can help me.”

 

End Flashback

 

 

“It was true – Patrick told me tonight that he knew I wasn’t in Paris. He knew and he left me there.” Robin collapsed again in tears. “I thought he loved me but Marcus was telling the truth, he was the only one who cared enough to save me.”

 

Guilt flooded through Nikolas. He had had no idea what Helena and Marcus had done to Robin in Italy and it made him sick. He needed to fix this. “Robin, Patrick didn’t know where you were.”

 

“But…”

 

“I told him last week that you weren’t in Paris. He didn’t know Robin, I swear he didn’t know.” Nikolas held her and tried his best to comfort her. “Robin, Marcus is dangerous. I can’t give you any details and I can’t get you out of this mess yet but I am working on it. I promise you I will protect you - starting tonight. I am moving you into the room next to mine. There are two beds in there so Emma can sleep with you when she is there and I will give you all the keys so no one can get in there but you.”

 

“Maybe Emma shouldn’t be at Wyndamere right now if Marcus is so dangerous. She will be safer with Patrick and Sam at his house.” Robin hated to be separated from her little girl but Emma’s safety would always be the most important thing to her.

 

“I hate it but I agree with you. We’ll make arrangements for you two to meet in Port Charles.” Nikolas watched as the launch approached the island. “We are almost home. When we get there go immediately to your room and lock the door. I will bring you up some food to take with your protocol and then I want you to lock the door behind me as soon as I leave. Tomorrow I will bring in a locksmith to add a deadbolt to your room so that you can have some added security.”

 

Robin wiped her face. “There is one other thing – I have nightmares and sometimes I need someone to wake me up from them. Marcus usually does it but I want you to keep a key to my room so if I need to be woken up…”

 

Nikolas nodded. “I will do it as long as you go straight to your room.”

 

Robin nodded. She needed to sleep and she was very confused right now, a million different thoughts running through her head and none of them made any sense. Marcus had rescued her – how could he be dangerous and what was Nikolas going to do about Helena and her threats?

 

Nikolas hugged his friend one last time as they approached the dock. Jerry was right, Nikolas was in way too deep to get out now but he would be damned if Robin would be dragged down with him.

[cmahorror]

Chapter 18

 

Mac walked into the conference room at the PCPD unsure of what to expect. Anna had called and asked him to meet her there to discuss some things she had discovered about Robin so he had reluctantly agreed to come in. He walked through the door and was immediately upset. “What the hell is he doing here?”

 

Mac stormed over to Patrick and got in his face. “You didn’t care enough about her to see she was in trouble so why don’t you go back to the nice little life you built with Sam and let the people that truly love Robin take care of her?”

 

“Mac, you have every right to be angry with me but this isn’t about us – it is about helping Robin.” Patrick had expected Mac’s anger and he didn’t blame Robin’s uncle for the way he felt. “I know you don’t believe me, but I do love Robin and I hate myself for being so blind and not seeing what was so obvious now.”

 

“And what would that be?” Mac refused to back down.

 

“That Robin was in trouble and wasn’t leaving us willingly.” Patrick saw no need to whitewash it – he had been a blind fool and Robin had paid the price. “I can’t change the past but I can sure as hell do something about the future. We all want to help Robin and it will go a lot faster if we do it together.”

 

Mac finally stepped back and looked around the room at the people gathered. Besides Patrick and Anna there was also Robert, Lucky and Dante. “Fine – tell me what you know.”

 

Patrick and Mac both sat down and Patrick started the conversation. “Robin wasn’t in Paris.”

 

“How do you know that?” Mac already knew that Robin hadn’t been in Paris but he wanted to know how Patrick had figured it out.

 

“Because Nikolas told me and Robin confirmed it the other night after the attempted robbery. Nikolas said he didn’t know where she was but she wasn’t in Paris. He also called a few hours ago and told me that, wherever she was, Helena Cassadine was the one holding her. Helena is in hiding but she is threatening Spencer so Nikolas is going along with her demands for now.” No one in the room was surprised to learn that Helena Cassadine was involved.

 

“There’s something else – wherever she was, Marcus was there with her. Nikolas said that Helena told her I knew where she was and refused to come and get her. Unfortunately, she had every reason to believe it given the way I treated her. Marcus used her doubt in me to get her to trust him.” Patrick hadn’t seen Robin since the other night but he had had plenty of time to think about Robin’s behavior. “There’s something else to that relationship though – she seems afraid of him.”

 

Dante sighed. “I noticed that too.”

 

All eyes turned towards the detective. “What do you mean you noticed that too?” Anna was already feeling guilty and nothing she was hearing helped assuage that guilt.

 

“When I was with Robin and Marcus the other night there was a moment when she looked scared – it was when she was telling him she wasn’t leaving Patrick’s side and he was obviously unhappy with her decision. I got some basic information on the guy but it is leading nowhere. I can’t find any evidence that this guy existed before a few years ago.” Dante was glad that he wasn’t the only who had a bad feeling about Dr. Banks.

 

“That’s what Spinelli and Sam said.” Mac interrupted. “Spinelli said it looked like everything about the guy was only added to the internet a few years ago and backdated to look older.”

 

“What do you mean Sam?” Patrick couldn’t believe what he was hearing.

 

“Wait – you mean your girlfriend didn’t tell you what she was doing?” Mac wasn’t even trying to be nice.

 

“She’s not my girlfriend and no she didn’t.” Patrick ran his hands through his hair. “So we have no idea who this guy is but I know one thing – he’s in love with her.”

 

Robert looked at Patrick questioningly. “What makes you think that?”

 

“Because I can see it when he looks at her and Nikolas confirmed it. Whatever else his plans are, this man wants to be with Robin and he may do whatever it takes to make it happen. Right now Nikolas is protecting her as best he can but it may not be enough, especially with Helena’s involvement.” Patrick felt absolutely useless.

 

“Well that would certainly explain Dr. LeGrasse’s disappearance.” Robert stood up and began pacing the room. “Helena has enough power and money to make that happen but why send Laura back to Port Charles and make Robin her doctor?”

 

“Revenge – plain and simple. Helena must be planning something and she is hoping to use my mom as a pawn in her game. I have no doubts that Helena must have Robin working on something diabolical, against her will of course, and I could see her using my mom as a test subject.” Lucky felt sick as he put it all together.

 

“Robin wouldn’t do that.” Patrick looked Lucky straight in the eyes. “She loves Laura, she would never do anything to hurt her.”

 

“She may not be given a choice.” Robert sighed at looked at the men. “Helena is pit viper – she will do whatever it takes and hurt whoever she needs to get what she wants. Robin’s love for her family is her Achilles heel and Helena will use that against her until the day she dies.”

 

Mac kicked the wall. “Damn it! I should have known something was wrong but…” He stopped and looked at the group assembled before him. “We need a plan and we need to get her out of there as soon as possible. Robert and Lucky – time to call in some favors at the WSB and see if we can figure out where Helena is hiding out. Anna, we will work together to find out what we can on this Dr. Banks and Patrick,” he sighed as he looked at Robin’s ex-husband, “do what you can to keep tabs on Robin and get any additional information you can about what is going on out of that damn island. Keep in touch with Nikolas and keep me posted about anything you find out – you understand me?”

 

Patrick nodded his head in understanding.

 

“Good. Okay everyone, let’s figure out a plan so we can save our girl.”

[cmahorror]

Chapter 19

 

Marcus stormed into the dining room and tore the paper out of Nikolas’s hands. “Where is she?”

 

“Could you be a more specific?” Nikolas calmly took a drink of his coffee. “I mean she could be anyone.”

 

“Robin. Where is she?” Marcus stood in front of Nikolas waiting for an answer.

 

“Still in her room I would guess. I took breakfast up to her 30 minutes ago.” Nikolas was helping Robin avoid Marcus so she could clear her head. “Now if you’ll excuse me, I need to escort Robin to the hospital.”

 

“I’m afraid that I have to disagree – Robin isn’t going in to work today.” Marcus was trying to reassert his power but he failed.

 

“Actually I had a long talk with my grandmother last night and we agreed that Robin needs to be at the hospital with no distractions, including you. I have been able to secure an office at the hospital to do some work for the board so I will be Robin’s escort for the time being. You will be working with Jerry here at Wyndamere.” Nikolas stood up. “I am going to go get Robin and I will see you later.”

 

“This isn’t over Cassadine.”

 

Nikolas walked away from the man. “Yes, it is.”

 

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“Are you ready for this?” Nikolas and Robin stood in front of his office. “If you have changed your mind…”

 

“No, if I am going to have any sort of a life – I need to do this.” Robin opened the door and stepped into the office.

 

Nikolas hugged her. “It’s going to be okay. I’ll be back in an hour.”

 

Robin nodded and opened up the door and saw Patrick waiting on the couch. Once Nikolas had confirmed that Patrick did not know about Robin’s whereabouts she had agreed to meet with him and discuss what had happened since she had last left him.

 

Patrick stood up and walked over to her. “I’m so glad you’re here.” He walked her over to the couch and helped her sit down. “Is it okay that I sit here with you or would you rather I sit on this chair or…”

 

Robin shook her head and laughed. “Patrick, would you please sit down next to me?”

 

Patrick sat down and smiled at her. “I don’t know why I am so nervous, we’ve sat down next to each other how many times?”

 

“I know.” Robin took a deep breath. “Why don’t I just jump right in – when did you give up on us?”

 

Patrick was shocked. “Robin, I never gave up on us.”

 

Robin rolled her eyes. “The divorce papers you sent me tell a different story.”

 

“Those divorce papers were a mistake.” Patrick took a moment to collect his thoughts. “Robin, I was so hurt when you didn’t come home after the accident. It wasn’t just that Gabriel was dying, our daughter was hurt too - not badly but she was still hurt and you still chose to be with Jason rather than home with us.”

 

“Patrick, I didn’t have a choice – Victor wouldn’t let me leave.” Tears filled her eyes as she began to understand a little bit where Patrick was coming from.

 

“I know that now but back then, Robin, all I knew was I was hurting and you weren’t here and refused to come home.” Patrick took Robin’s hands in his. “Maybe if I hadn’t been so distracted by everything that was going on I would have figured it out but my son was dying and I could only think about that.”

 

“Patrick,” Robin choked on her tears, “I am so sorry about Gabriel. It’s all my fault.”

 

“Robin, no, I don’t blame you.” Patrick lifted her face until he was looking her straight in the eyes. “You did everything Victor said and he did that anyway just to show you his power. He murdered my son, not you and I need to make sure you understand that.”

 

“But if I hadn’t gone with him than Victor wouldn’t have…”

 

Patrick sighed. “Then Victor would have taken you by force and he would have done the same thing to keep you in line. Robin, I have had a lot of time to think about this and I need you to hear me – you are not to blame for Gabriel’s death and no one is blaming you except you.”

 

Patrick maintained eye contact with his ex-wife. “Robin, I was in a fog after that accident. The only way I could even move on was to focus on finding out who caused it so that’s what I did. I focused almost all my energy on finding whoever did it and making sure they paid for it and, between that and taking care of Emma, I didn’t have time to think about you and you’re not being here for me.”

 

“And Sam was?” Robin was not accusing him of anything, just filling in the blanks.

 

“Yes, she helped with the investigation and was there for me when I was suspended from work following Rafe’s death. We spent a lot of time together and we got close. I guess I convinced myself that if you wanted to be with Jason instead of your family than I should be with Sam.”

 

“It wasn’t like that – I didn’t choose Jason over you.” Robin couldn’t believe that they were still having the same argument after all these years.

 

“It felt like you had and then when you told me he had died and you still stayed there anyway, a bullet to the heart would have hurt me less than hearing those words.” Patrick noticed that she looked away from him when he mentioned Jason. “I’m not trying to upset you.”

 

Robin shook her head and looked back at him. She still couldn’t tell anyone the truth about what had happened with Jason - that she had actually saved him and he had escaped. “You’re not.”

 

“The truth is that by that point, I was so focused on what was happening to me I completely missed what was happening to you. Thinking back I can see all the signs, your refusal to look me in the eyes, the way you were trying to get me out of there and the disappointment in your eyes when you realized that I wasn’t there for you.” Patrick bit his lip and the tears came. “I needed to believe the worst about you so I could justify the divorce and moving on and I am so sorry about that. And that night, when I got in touch with you on Skype, and you told me you were broken…” Patrick’s voice broke remembering that call.

 

“I just wish I had demanded you told me where you were but my own selfishness got in the way. I should have known that you wouldn’t leave Emma by choice and when I found out Helena was alive…” he found himself having a harder and harder time finishing his sentences, “I am just so sorry. I love you and I will do anything to earn your trust again.”

 

“I know you are and I love you too but you need to understand why it is so hard for me to trust you again.” Robin took a deep breath. “When I left with Victor, you told me you would wait for me and you would love me forever. Less than three months later, you were drawing up divorce papers and ready to walk away without a second thought. You truly believed that I would ignore the pain you and Emma were in for Jason and I started to wonder just how well you knew me. I prayed that you would realize something was wrong but you didn’t. When you showed up at the clinic I thought for sure you would know something wasn’t right but you turned your back on me and walked away.”

 

“The night you got through to me on Skype, I was given a script and told exactly what to say. There were cameras in the house, people watching you, ready to strike if I said the wrong thing. I was given the papers to sign and then taken away someplace, I still don’t know where, and locked away again. Not long after that they started bringing me pictures of you and Sam together, telling me that you had not only moved on but that you knew where I was and decided I wasn’t worth saving. You had yourself a nice, healthy woman and she could give you the life I never could.” Robin’s tears flowed freely.

 

“Robin I…”

 

“Please, just let me finish. When you told me you knew I hadn’t been in Paris I thought they had been telling me the truth – that’s why I ran out the other night.”

 

Patrick wiped away the tears as best he could. “No, Nikolas just told me. I swear Robin, if I had known what was going on I would have grabbed your parents and found you.”

 

“I know you believe that but I can’t, not yet.” Patrick was hurt by her words, even if he understood where they were coming from. “Patrick, you said it yourself, I gave you enough signs to doubt my story but you never did. You didn’t even question it for a moment. You walked away and left me with them. And they,” Robin stopped speaking for a moment, “that doesn’t matter.”

 

“Yes, Robin, it does.” Patrick wanted her to know that she could tell him anything.

 

“I can’t, Patrick, I can’t tell you what happened.” Robin rubbed her face and started rocking a little bit. “Please don’t make me.”

 

Patrick began rubbing her hands, attempting to comfort her. “It’s okay – whenever you are ready to tell me, I will be here.”

 

It all became too much for Robin. She stood up and ran to the door. “I wish I could believe that Patrick but I just can’t.”

 

A moment later she was out the door and Patrick was wondering if she could ever trust in him again.

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Chapter 20

 

“Yes, I understand what you are saying Helena but we had a deal. Robin would help you with your project and then she and I would leave Port Charles together.” Marcus had been on the phone with Helena for 20 minutes trying to convince her that he needed to remain Robin’s keeper. “You know I have the resources to take Robin and Emma and disappear.”

 

Helena scoffed. “You would have to avoid me for the rest of your lives and I guarantee you that that is not an easy proposition. I suggest you go along with my decision for now and concentrate on completing your mission. The sooner you get done, the sooner you, little Robin and her precious daughter can get on with your lives together.”

 

“But she will be at the hospital day after day with that man!” Marcus realized he was getting nowhere with his current line of reasoning so he decided to take a different approach. “Patrick Drake is a distraction and will do everything in his power to get her back. The man may be a fool but he is still in love with her which means that he will be in her face all the time and stick his nose into what she is doing. He is also brilliant which means he may be able to figure out what it is Robin is working on.”

 

“Well then I suggest that you do something to make sure he knows that dear Dr. Scorpio belongs to you now and get him to back off. Good day Marcus.” Helena hung up the phone and Marcus stared at the now silent phone.

 

Helena was right – it was time to make it clear to Patrick Drake that Robin was his now.

 

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“Robin?” Nikolas knocked on her office door and then entered only to find Robin sobbing at her desk. “Oh my God Robin, what did he say to you?”

 

Nikolas walked over and pulled her into a tight embrace, holding Robin as she cried. “Nothing but the truth - what happened after the accident, why he turned to Sam, the pain he felt when he thought I chose Jason and my work over him and Emma. He also said that looking back now, he could see the signs that I was in trouble and he couldn’t believe he missed them. He said he was sorry.”

 

“Then that’s good, right Robin?” Nikolas felt guilty for all she had lost and he was hoping to get her back together with Patrick as soon as possible. He was certain that Patrick would be able to help her better than anyone.

 

“It is,” Robin nodded her head and wiped her eyes, “it is but I am not sure that sorry is enough anymore. Come on Nikolas, he didn’t forget my birthday – he ignored everything he knew about me and didn’t pick up on the fact that I was being held hostage by your crazy family, no offense.”

 

“None taken – my family is completely insane, present company excluded of course.” Nikolas rubbed her back.

 

“Do you know what he told me that day in the clinic?” Nikolas shook his head. “He said that he didn’t even know who I was anymore. Why wasn’t that a red flag to him instead of another reason to divorce me?”

 

“Robin, it was a difficult time for him – you need to understand that.” Nikolas had never been Patrick’s biggest fan but he knew Patrick loved Robin.

 

“I know that but it still hurts. He told me I could trust him but I can’t bring myself to believe it, at least not yet.” Robin pulled back. “And I am such a hypocrite considering the fact that I am lying to him every day. I am pretending that I want things to be the way they are and I haven’t told him the whole truth about what is going on now or what happened with Jason.”

 

Nikolas swallowed and shut his eyes. “What do you mean what happened with Jason?”

 

Robin thought about it for a moment before answering her old friend. “I saved him Nikolas with the same drug I used to bring back Helena and Stavros. We even managed to escape together but we got separated and now I don’t know where he is.” It felt good to finally tell someone the truth. “You have to find him. Bring him back to Sam and his son, please?”

 

“Robin, I don’t know…”

 

“Otherwise all of the hell I have been through over the past year and a half will have been for nothing.” Fresh tears appeared in Robin’s eyes and Nikolas knew what he had to do.

 

“Of course I will. I will do everything in my power to bring Jason home to his family.” Nikolas hugged Robin one last time and pulled himself away from her. “Now you get back to work and I will be in my office if you need me. I’ll be back at one to take you to lunch?”

 

“Sounds wonderful and Nikolas, thank you.” Robin sat back down at her desk and went back to work as Nikolas headed back to his office.

 

Nikolas sat down at his desk and began to think. Somehow he needed to figure out how to keep his promise to Robin without implicating himself. Nikolas knew he owed it to Robin so he would find a way to help Jake regain his memory and become Jason Morgan once again.

Edited May 29, 2015 by cmahorror

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Chapter 21

 

Patrick had his head down in his chart, still thinking about his earlier conversation with Robin, when he felt someone tap him on the shoulder. “Dr. Drake?”

 

Patrick groaned, recognizing the voice. He didn’t turn around as he answered. “What do you want Dr. Banks?”

 

“I was wondering if you and I could speak in my office for a minute?” Marcus couldn’t believe that Patrick was not at least looking at him.

 

“I’m a little bit busy right now.” Patrick continued studying the chart, fighting the urge to turn around and just punch the man. He suspected that Marcus knew what had happened to Robin while she was away and all Patrick wanted to do was pummel the man until he told him everything but that was not a part of the plan. But maybe he could help the plan along. “Give me 10 minutes and meet me in my office. I’ll even bring the coffee.”

 

Marcus couldn’t see Patrick’s face but the man’s dismissive tone was really annoying. “Fine, I take my black with two creamers.”

 

Marcus walked away and Patrick smiled before handing the chart to the desk nurse and heading to the cafeteria.

 

15 minutes later Patrick walked into his office and handed Marcus a cup.“Sorry, I had to check on a patient. Please have a seat.”

 

Marcus sat down and took a drink of his coffee. “Ugh. I said two creamers not two sugars.”

 

Patrick looked at the cup his was holding. “I’m sorry – that’s mine. Here,” Patrick set the cup on the desk in front of Marcus, “this is yours and I promise I haven’t taken a drink from it.”

 

Marcus set the cup he was holding down and picked up the other one. “Quite alright – the reason I wanted to meet is discuss Robin.”

 

“I figured as much. What is there to discuss?” Patrick was trying to keep a professional demeanor but he wasn’t doing a very good job.

 

“I will be working from Wyndamere for the time being on a special research project and I want to make sure Robin will not be harassed by you here at the hospital. Nikolas has agreed to be here with her but I thought…”

 

Patrick interrupted the man. “You thought you should treat Robin like she is a child instead of a grown woman and talk to me? Robin is a strong and brilliant woman and I think you underestimate her. If Robin and I talk, it is our business – not yours. She is the mother of my daughter and we have a relationship and always will.”

 

Marcus shook his head. “I am trying to look out for her. I love Robin and I will do everything in power to protect her.”

 

Patrick snorted at him. “Love – you don’t love her. You want to possess her, control her and I will do everything in my power to stop you.”

 

“What do you mean stop me? Should I make sure Nikolas assigns a guard to Robin here at the hospital to keep you away from her?” Marcus could see what Helena couldn’t – Patrick Drake was a huge threat to their plans.

 

Patrick backtracked. “No, I will stay away from her except when we are dealing with Emma but I don’t trust you Dr. Banks and I never will.”

 

“Well you need to get over it because in 3 months you will have to deal with me permanently. You see, Robin and I are getting married.”

 

Patrick’s heart dropped down into his stomach. “Does Robin know that?”

 

“Of course she does.” Actually, Robin didn’t have a clue. Marcus would tell her about this new development later, after he got her home and they had a session. “We are planning a short honeymoon trip to the Adirondacks, an old friend of mine has a place there, and we would like Emma to join us.”

 

Patrick stood up. “My daughter will not be going anywhere with you.”

 

“So you are going to keep Emma away from her mother.” Marcus got a satisfied smirk on his face. “I told Robin you would do that.”

 

The glare Patrick shot Marcus was so sharp that it could have cut ice. “I would never do that.”

 

“Good, then it’s all settled. Glad we could have this talk. I’m going to go pick up my fiancée.” Marcus stood up and went to the door. “Good day Dr. Drake.”

 

Marcus left and Patrick sat back down at his desk, slowly calming down. Robin didn’t know about Marcus’s plans, he was certain of that, but she would go along with it if she thought she was protecting the people she loved. Patrick knew Robin was in trouble – he just didn’t know how bad it was or how to get her out of it.

 

Patrick opened up his phone and made a call. “Mac, it’s Patrick. I have the cup and some more information for you regarding Dr. Banks.”

 

Mac smiled. Patrick had called him and told him about his plan to get the elusive Dr. Banks’s fingerprints. “That’s great. What information did you get?”

 

Patrick took a deep breath. “Marcus said that he and Robin are getting married in three months.”

 

“The hell they are.”

 

“My thoughts exactly.” Patrick stood up and began pacing his office. “Mac, I talked to Robin earlier today and I am convinced she has no idea about this marriage. He said that they were planning a honeymoon with Emma to the Adirondack Mountains. Robin would have said something to me, especially since it involves Emma.”

 

“I agree.” Mac ran his hand through his hair. “This just speeds up our timeline – we need to figure out what is going on before that wedding. I will let everyone know what is going on and Dante is on his way to collect the cup. There is one other thing you need to know Patrick.”

 

Patrick stopped his pacing. “What Mac?”

 

“The PCPD received an anonymous tip that Jerry Jacks may be in town.” Mac heard a chair fall over and knew Patrick had just kicked it. “I would guess that whatever is going on, Jerry is right in the thick of it.”

 

“If Jerry is involved, then Robin and Emma are both in danger.” Patrick thought about it for a moment. “Mac, Emma needs to be guarded. I know that Nikolas will keep an eye on Robin at Wyndamere but Emma…”

 

“Anna is already on it.” Mac sighed. As mad as he still was about the blind eye Patrick had turned to Robin’s predicament, he knew the man loved her and their daughter deeply and would do everything in his power to protect them. “We will get to the bottom of this Patrick, I promise you.”

 

Mac hung up the phone and Patrick stood there staring at the coffee cup. Hopefully Banks’ fingerprints were the first step to getting the man out of Robin’s life for good.

Edited May 30, 2015 by cmahorror