Episode 287
Brooke sat in the holding area hearing the sounds of the things happening
around her. A tiny shudder raced over her after she spotted one of the officers
approaching. She frowned and glared up at the woman in the uniform.
I dont belong here. This is all a mistake. I demand to see my
lawyer, Brooke snapped at the blonde haired woman in front of her.
Funny thing about that, the officer quipped in response, like
everyone else that knows you he doesnt want to be bothered with you.
He said he was off to the islands and wished you the best.
I want a phone call, Brooke roared at the woman in front of her,
You owe me that much. This is a clear violation of my civil rights and
And your son is here to see you, so why dont you calm down?
the officer suggested, Or else I can just tell him that youre
unavailable.
Ill see him, Brooke blurted out without a second thought
remembering how Guy had walked out on her at the hospital. Now that shed
been stuck in jail, she wanted to find a way to reach out to her son again.
Knowing that hed come around only meant that he would help her. He would
get her out of the bind that she was in and things would find a way to turn
themselves around. She was sure of it.
Fine, but youve only got a few minutes, the guard warned
wheeling Brooke into the visitors area. She placed her chair over by
an oversized table and threw a look out at Brooke before leaving. Youve
got only a little while Brooke, so make the most of the moment. Who knows?
Maybe your son can help you find new representation.
Hell get me out of this dreadful place and when I report the injustices
that have been done to me, Brooke started to snap at her watching the
officer leave the room.
Stopping mid-sentence Brooke adjusted her hair enthused that Guy had finally
come around. She knew that he would never let her down--he wouldnt close
her out of his life when he knew full well how much shed given to him.
She could fix this situation and things would be better all over again. She
was certain that she could get out of this and when she did she was going
to find Nicholas and
Hello mother, she heard an unfamiliar voice call out to her. She
looked up to see a man in a dark jacket making his way into the room. He nodded
over at the guard, who just rolled her eyes and walked out leaving the two
of them alone with one another.
Who are you? Brooke gave him a look realizing that she had no
time for whatever games were going on. Look if youre a reporter,
then I have nothing to say to you.
I realize that you dont know me and my lying about being your
son was a bit much, but Id just like to say that I think you and I have
a lot to discuss with one another, he explained walking over to the
table to take a seat across from her. His dark eyes penetrated hers and he
gave her a long look. You really have no idea who I am, do you?
I dont really care who you are because if you arent my lawyer
or my ticket out of here, then
Brooke started to snap at him again,
her agitation growing further by the moment.
My name is Cameron, he explained matter of fact in a smooth and
even tone, one that he was keeping reserved for those most professional of
moments, Cameron Stone. Perhaps youve heard of me
Heard of you, Brooke let out a small laugh, Ah yes, youre
probably the one person in Coral Valley that is hated more than I am at this
point.
I would seriously doubt that, Cameron mouthed with a dry laugh,
Youre right there on the top of the hit list Brooke, but then
again thats not why I came here today. I came over here to speak with
you about a subject of interest to the both of us.
And what might that be? Brooke arched a curious brow over at him.
My father Cyrus Stone, Cameron blurted out catching the surprised
look on her face. A smirk spread over his features, Ah I see Ive
captured your attention now at long last.
I dont know anyone named
she started in a small breath,
her dark eyes turning away from his.
Dont insult my intelligence by saying that you didnt know
him because Im certain that would be a lie. Yes he mightve had
a different name for a while when you knew one another, but when it gets down
to it, you knew him quite well, Cameron explained in a warning tone,
his dark eyes sweeping over hers, Given that you knew my father, well
Ive come here today to offer you a break that no one else in this town
is going to give you. If you should choose to help me, then I can help you
leave Coral Valley and find yourself in a place where you can begin a new
life without the worries of what is hanging over your head right now. If you
give me what I want, then I can promise you that Ill see to it that
youre swept out of this town before you wind up in a place that Im
quite certain you dont want to be in. The choice is yours Brooke.
*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*
Ria stood beside her window thumbing through the Donna Nevik book shed
been reading earlier in the week. While shed been purely bored and in
no mood to do much of anything, shed found that this little indulgence
had proven a great distraction for when Kevin had been gone. Of course there
had been something about the book that now had her on edge. Perhaps it had
something to do with her run in with Angela, but still
Hearing a knock on her front door Ria spun around to glare at it--her eyes
penetrating through it as if shed like to choke slam the person on the
other side of the door. Of course there was really no indication leading her
to believe that it was Kevin, yet she had this feeling that it could be. That
in itself got her even more agitated. Still, she had to play it cool or else
this could blow up in her face.
Setting the book down Ria inhaled slowly making a mental note to count to
ten before losing her cool completely. She adjusted her jacket before clearing
her throat. She tossed her dark hair behind her shoulder trying to will herself
to forget what had bothered her during her break at the hospital. Sure, okay
so in all honesty it couldve been a perfectly random thing, but given
the striking similarities it probably wasnt and thats what had
her roaring mad! Still she had to be calm.
You can do this, Ria tried to smooth her own thoughts over long
enough for her to be civil and calm. Those would be two things she would need
if she was about to make it through tonight.
Moving forward she reached out to open her front door discovering an oversized
bouquet of flowers before her. She noticed the striking crimson roses before
her and for a millisecond her heart melted. They were beautiful and their
fragrance was incredible, but what made it worse was the sexy brown eyes peering
over her from behind the flowers.
Hello beautiful, Kevins voice beckoned her with the same
sexy slur that had melted her heart time and time again.
Oh how he looked good enough to eat, she thought to herself realizing his
aftershave was working its usual magic over her. She felt weak in the
knees, her heart thudding in her chest and other places, well she couldnt
let them overrun her head tonight. She had to be cool and calculating. She
had to
I missed you, Kevin interrupted her thoughts reaching out to her.
He pulled her into an impromptu embrace and collected her lips in a smoldering
kiss.
Kevin, Ria murmured against his lips her sounds buzzing against
the sexy invitation his lips held over her. She had to be strong--had to think
clearly. Pressing her hand over his shoulder, she felt the warm ripple of
muscle in his chest and her throat bounced up in anticipation.
Have I ever told you how sexy I think you are, he questioned lazily,
his fingers tapering off over the small of her back. Suddenly he became very
aware of the texture beneath his touch. He tipped his head down to look at
her curiously, Were you going somewhere?
What? Ria replied remembering what shed been wearing. Taking
a reluctant step back and out of his arms, she reached for the ties on the
black trench coat she had on, Oh no. I was planning on something much
more intimate.
Such as? Kevin arched a curious brow ready to put his day from
hell behind him.
Such as why dont you close the door and find out big guy,
Ria flirted up at him curling her finger in invitation.
If you insist, Kevin chuckled grinning readily before closing
the door behind him. He stepped in closer to her his arms reaching out to
embrace her, but she pulled just out of his reach.
Uh uh, she shook her head turning away from him. She tilted her
head to the side seeing the curious expression that crossed over his features
at the black stiletto heels and black stockings that teased out from underneath
her trench coat, If you want to take a look at whats underneath,
then youre going to have to follow me first.
Lead the way and Ill be there, Kevin promised reaching out
for her. She took his fingers in hers and pulled him along into her kitchen.
Sit, she instructed pushing him down into one of the chairs before
she moved over to the counter. She spun around to face him, her long hair
sweeping in over her shoulder with the movement. Leaning back against the
countertop she flashed him a sexy smile and held up a container. This
is for you.
Is it now? Kevin perked up grinning wider than before as she sauntered
over to him.
She nodded readily before setting the covered container down in front of him.
She took a step back before motioning to the container once again, Why
dont you open it?
Alright, Kevin nodded reaching out to take the top off of the
container to discover a pile of pancakes before him.
Ria I
Kevins eyes widened with sheer delight much
like shed anticipated it would. She could see that he was going to enjoy
this, which was the perfect setup for what she had in mind. She watched him
eye the stack eagerly before her fingers slid to the tie on her jacket.
I have something special planned for you, Ria continued in a sultry
tone refusing to lose her focus. She knew what she had to do and even if this
was going to be hard, she was going to follow through. She began to unknot
the sash on her jacket, Its something youll never forget.
Ria, as much as I cant wait to see what you have planned, I think
we need to talk. You see Ive had this horrible day and, Kevin
began thinking about the drama that surrounded him at Camerons place
and then at Chriss with Angela, I mean I really cant wait
to see what you have planned, but
But nothing you handsome guy you, she leaned forward placing her
index finger over the center of his lips, Im not about to let
you start running around from the subject at hand when Ive got oh so
many plans for us tonight--plans that I find, well
inspiring.
Inspiring you say? Kevin wiggled his brow at her, Now that
does sound like a positive change to the way my day has gone
Good because I can promise you honey, Rias finger tips tapered
off over his shirt, teasing over the center of it. Tonight is going
to be a night youll never forget.
Ria stepped back her dark eyes fixed on his. She reached for the sash on her
jacket once again before taking in a slow breath. She caught the way she had
Kevins full attention and for a brief second she started to open up
her jacket to show him what was underneath, but then she thought twice of
it. She tossed her hair over her shoulders before grinning at him.
Dont stop, Kevin couldnt help but add with a tiny
grin, I was starting to enjoy the show.
Im sure you were, but before we get into that, I think I should
tell you a little bit more about my inspiration for the night. Starting with
this, Ria reached out from behind her and dropped the Donna Nevik book
shed been reading onto the center of his lap. Kevin let out a small
breath before his eyes took in what shed pushed on him. So Kevin,
about that inspiration what do you think? Care to tell me something?
Um
Kevin gulped suddenly realizing that by the expression
on Rias face as she stood before him that something had changed in the
room--something that had him believing that he was about to be in for some
big trouble in ways he really wasnt ready to face--not by a long shot!
*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*
Dont worry sweetheart, I promise you that everything is going
to be okay, Ben muttered stepping out of the elevator with Diane at
his side. He has his arms wrapped around her tightly as she slowly walked
along with him. The baby is going to be okay and so are you.
Ben, something is really wrong, Diane closed her eyes in pain,
feeling a stabbing pain in her stomach making her let out a small gasp. I
shouldnt be feeling like this Ben. Something is happening.
No, this is just symptoms, Ben tried to convince Diane with his
own bit of worry behind his body. He wanted to try and convince Diane that
everything was going to be okay, but the fact of the matter is--he didnt
know if that was the truth.
Ben didnt know if what he was telling Diane was true, he knew just as
much as Diane--he was just trying to be more positive. The only problem was
the fact that he was just or maybe even more worried than Diane was. He had
to be strong for Diane and try to make her head clear for good things though.
He couldnt break and let all their thoughts and feelings fall to pieces.
Maybe, I should sit down, Diane decided running her hand along
her forehead gently as she let out a long breath, feeling like her legs were
losing the strength that they once had. That may be for the best.
Not yet sweetheart, Ben hushed holding onto Diane tighter in his
arms and leading her down the hallway. He had called Deidra for help earlier,
but he so far he hadnt seen Deidra yet. Hopefully Diane was going to
be okay and Deidra would be here soon. We just have to find your sister
and then everything is going to be okay. I promise you that we are all going
to be fine.
You dont know that, something is seriously wrong Ben, she
pointed out with a small hiss feeling all the strength in her body start to
slip away.
Believe me, you have to trust me, Ben whispered leaning down and
pressing a kiss against her forehead gently. He felt her arms cling to him
roughly as he let out a small frown and continued to walk down the hallway.
Were going to be here for a little bit and then we are going to
leave. We will go home and we can watch a movie and everything. Its
all going to be okay.
Ben, Deidra called out to Ben reaching out to grab his shoulder
as he looked back over his shoulder at her. Deidras worries began to
rise as she looked over at her sister and realized that something was most
certainly wrong. We have to get her to a hospital bed as soon as possible.
Someone come over here and help me.
Wait, Ben felt two of the guys working at the hospital take Diane
away from him as he reached out to her and Deidra stopped him. I cant
be away from her Deidra, thats my baby. I have to be with them.
Everything is going to be okay Ben, I promise, Deidra hushed running
her hand down his shoulder gently, giving it a small pat. I promise
to you that we will take care of her.
Thats not good enough Deidra, Ben snapped pulling away from
her as he realized they no longer had Diane out in the hallway anymore. I
want to know where she is because I deserve to be with her right now. Do you
even have any idea what is going on right now?
No, I dont Ben. Thats why we need some time, Deidra
explained grabbing Bens hand in hers, leading him over to the waiting
area and making him sit down. I know you want to be here for Diane,
but what she needs the most right now is to find out what is happening. Promise
me you will stay here.
Alright, Ben agreed letting out a long sigh as he leaned forward
and rested his elbows on his knees. He looked up at Deidra with his blue eyes
before shrugging his shoulders. Just promise me you'll keep me updated
please.
*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*
I wonder what he is up to, JT pondered as he stood in the elevators
of the hospital watching as the numbers of the floors continued to go up.
Earlier when he was with Cameron, there was one thing that caught his attention
above any other thing. That one thing was Avery Morrison, the woman on the
news. Now being that Cameron was his brother and you were supposed to protect
family, it wasnt really that bad that he followed Cameron to the hospital
earlier.
I just wonder why Cameron was so intrigued with that woman, JT
pondered for a moment before hearing the bell of the elevator telling him
that he was on the right level. Another question I have is, where in
the world did he go?
JT walked off the elevator and out into the lobby of the floor he was on before
taking a look around. He went over and stood by the front desk before thinking
for a moment.
Okay, if I was a crazy weirdo--where would I go? JT pondered his question for a second before letting out a long sigh. He looked down at his watch before thinking about how long ago he and Cameron had split. Man, Cameron is crazy--he can be anywhere.
JT, JT felt someone grab him by his shoulder, a familiar face
coming into his vision as a small smile appeared over his lips. Oh hey
Lulu, the nurse informed JT with a small nod seeing JT nod and
snap his fingers. He let out a small laugh before leaning back against the
wall and looking her over. I think there is something you might want
to know.
Oh really? What might that be sweetheart? JT questioned a wide
smile spread over his features, watching as she folded her arms out in front
of her chest. Whats on your mind?
There is something you really should know that I think might be very
important to you, Lulu informed JT in a small whisper before looking
back down towards the hallway. Its about that Diane girl you liked--shes
in the hospital JT.
Come on Lulu, you know I dont fall for those jokes anymore,
JT shook his head as a small laugh escaped his lips before he looked up at
the seriousness behind Lulus features. Listen, is this some kind
of joke or something? I know I was a little rude not remembering your name,
but is this all necessary?
No, Lulu replied with a small shake of her head, seeing the way
that the worry lifted from JTs features. It wouldnt matter
if you didnt care about her, but she came in here with a pain in her
stomach and I thought you might want to know.
And this is true? JT stood up straight seeing the woman before
him nod as he felt his heart skip a beat. He let out a small breath as he
looked down the hallway to try and see Ben or Diane--someone. Where
is she?
She is in her hospital room right now and they are examining her, but
no one is allowed to be there, Lulu stated with a small shrug, looking
into JTs worried eyes before letting out a deep breath. Okay,
follow me and I will show you where she is.
*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*
That was interesting, Sarah sighed walking back into the house,
having Kyle follow her into her home not far behind. I cant believe
you actually bought that place.
You cant believe it? Like, it was a bad thing to do? Kyle
questioned closing the door behind him as he caught the look she gave him
once he asked her. Ill take it you didnt like it.
Well, I do, Sarah tried to explain, knowing full well that she
truthfully didnt know why it was so important to Kyle and she wasnt
all that impressed, but it was okay if he really wanted it. If you like
it, I like it.
You know, I think its time we have a little talk about something.
Something I think you should know, Kyle began taking a step in closer
to Sarah before hearing the doorbell ring. Just a second.
Kyle Houston? the man before Kyle asked when Kyle opened the door
and faced him. The man saw Kyle nod before he handed Kyle a box. Just
sign here.
Oh cool, thanks a lot man, Kyle quickly signed the sheet before
closing the door behind him. He hastily opened the box before smiling widely.
Would you look at that.
What? What is that? Sarah took a step in closer seeing Kyle pull
out an x-box game as she gave him a small confused glance. Kyle took the wrapper
off the game, walking into the kitchen to throw the garbage away with Sarah
following him. Why did you get that?
Why wouldnt I? You see Grady got me this really cool game for
X-box to apologize for everything that happened. Its called Dance, Dance
Revolution. We even went out and got hard mats, they cost about a good hundred
bucks each, but the two of us were interested. This is the only game we didnt
get for it and its supposed to be the most challenging, Kyle informed
Sarah, opening the game and taking a look at the disk before him. You
want to play? The dance pads are in the closet and everything.
Sure, Sarah shrugged her shoulders, following Kyle towards the
closet as he grabbed his X-box and the two dance pads. Kyle handed her the
x-box before walking over to the bedroom and getting on the floor to set up
the x-box in front of the television. So, why do you like this so much?
I dont know, Kyle glanced back at her, motioning her to
hand him his game system. He finished setting it up before getting back up
on his feet. I mean, its something me and Grady like. Its
kind of like a thing you cant hate.
Right, Sarah took a step back and accidentally bumping into her
tall dresser, seeing Kyle reach out to catch something before it fell to the
ground. Whoops.
Whoops is right, you would have broken the glass, Kyle held up
the large candle, taking a look at the cover of it before popping off the
lid to smell the fragrance. Hey, that really does smell like blueberry
muffins. That smells really good.
You want me to light it? Sarah questioned seeing a small smirk
appear over his lips as he took in another smell of it. She opened her top
drawer and pulled out some matches. Here, let me see it.
Wont that make it lose the fragrance? Kyle question with
a small frown seeing her light it up before shrugging her shoulders. I
guess it will still kind of keep the good smell.
Alright, so show me how to play the game, Sarah rubbed her hands
together seeing Kyle grab his cowboy hat from the dresser and put it on, playing
with it in the mirror. Kyle, that looks ridiculous.
I like it, Kyle replied with a small chuckle fixing the cream
colored cowboy hat before walking over towards one of the dance pads. He stepped
in the center of the dance pad before motioning Sarah to do the same. He reached
up to the buttons in his short sleeved, button down shirt and unbuttoned the
buttons slowly revealing his white tank top. Alright, these arrows will
come up and you have to follow which step they tell you to take. Like a right
arrow is the right foot and the up arrow is taking a step forward. You get
what Im saying?
Yeah, I think I can handle it, Sarah nodded as Kyle started the
game and she tried to keep up with him, but the game was going just too fast.
She stopped to look at Kyle as her eyebrows tensed together, watching him
and how good he was at it. How many times have you played this?
Just a few times, Kyle laughed fixing his cowboy hat before continuing
the game, knowing that Sarah was still watching him. You should really
try, its not that hard.
Yeah, right its not hard, Sarah replied sarcastically watching
Kyle finish up with one last move before turning to her and shrugging his
shoulders. I didnt know you could dance.
There are a lot of things you dont know about me. Im learning
how to dance among other things. Though, I still really suck at dancing still,
Kyle shook his head folding his arms out in front of his chest, slightly shrugging
his shoulders as he spoke. He tilted his cowboy hat down a bit before a grin
spread over his features. Ten bucks says I can do the worm.
You have to be kidding me, Sarah laughed seeing Kyle shake his
head slowly. She shrugged her shoulders before moving out of the way and giving
him some space to do the move on her carpet floor. Ill give you
twenty.
Okay, Kyle nodded slowly before getting down to the ground and
looking up at her with his brown eyes. Just watch this, Im sure
youll be surprised.
Maybe, but I doubt it, Sarah watched Kyle start to do the dance
move she never imagined Kyle doing before. She let out a small laugh, her
jaw dropping after seeing him do the move until he ran out of room. He laid
out on his back before letting out a long laugh seeing the look on her face.
I told you I could do it, Kyle chuckled seeing her step in next
to him as he shook his head slowly. He rested his arms behind his head before
grinning widely. I bet you another twenty I can get up off the ground
with out getting on my knees or using my hands.
You mean like how they jump up in the movies? Sarah questioned
seeing him nod slowly as she shrugged her shoulders and stepped back once
more to give him some room. Whats another twenty, I believe the
worm but this
Kyle lifted his legs up and rolled back before pushing off the ground with
his back and landing on his feet. She watched him wipe his pants off before
reaching down to pick up his cowboy hat and put it back on.
I cant believe you actually just did that, Sarah shook her
head, not believing all the ways that Kyle was moving in front of her. He
placed his hand over his outer thigh, letting out a long sigh as he stood
still for a moment. How did you learn all that.
When youre pissed off you have a lot of time to try new things,
Kyle shrugged his shoulders, feeling the pain in his thigh now after the move
he just pulled. So, where is my forty dollars?
Well, I dont have money right now, but I think I can pay you back
with something else, Sarah replied in a seductive whisper, reaching
out to run her index finger down the front of his hard chest slowly.
You can? Kyle questioned with a small smirk, grabbing her wrist
in his hand and pulling her in against him roughly. He looked down at her
with a dark glance before a small smirk appeared over his features. What
do you have in mind exactly?
*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*
Oh right, Chris yelled at the television monitor in front of
him after having settled into watching a reality television show while awaiting
Heathers return. He slapped his hand on his forehead in a small movement
before shaking his head at the woman onscreen once again, Dont
take him back Becky. Hes been cheating on you the whole time and if
youd just open up your eyes youd see that
Hes gone! Heathers sharp and raspy voice announced
as she reentered her apartment. She slammed the door behind her upon seeing
the source of her now overpowering rage making himself at home on her sofa,
This is all your fault!
Heather you are not going to believe this. On this show they are trying
to get these two to reunite, but her boyfriend is a dog. Hes slept with
just about everything female on the island and even one of the guys and
Chris started to recount the tale of the reality television show when Heather
turned the television off. He tipped his head to look up at her with a frown,
Why did you do that? I was just getting into that. It was just getting
good.
Because you arent going to sit here in my apartment and spend
the night watching my television especially not when you single-handedly destroyed
a romantic night for me, Heather replied with an icy tone taking a step
closer to him, Do you have any idea how long Ive waited to get
that close to Diego?
Unfortunately I dont even want to fathom that idea because when
I saw him up close and personal like that I didnt have the first clue
what you were lusting over, Chris shrugged his shoulders before clicking
the button on the remote to turn the television on again, Hes
far too out of the realm of acceptable for someone like you.
Diego is sweet and sexy and intelligent, Heather defended her
would be lovers actions, Hes someone Ive wanted for
a while and
And I think you should get over it, Chris mouthed in response,
You know find a new pet project like knitting or karaoke if it suits
you, but forget about a guy like that. Hes not worth it.
Youre not getting it Chris! Hes what I want--what Ive
waited for and Im not about to let you or anyone ruin that for me,
she raised her voice sharply, Ive wanted to be with him for a
long time. Hes the first nice guy Ive fallen for--the first man
who likes me for me and isnt all about having me as a trophy girlfriend.
He isnt rich and self-absorbed and
He doesnt have all that much to brag about under the boxers either
Heather. If you wouldve been paying attention to what you were groping
there, you wouldve found that you wouldve been sorely disappointed
in being in bed with him. A man that lacking cant please a woman in
the ways that youre hoping for, Chris countered with a wrinkled
expression.
Im positive that Diego is all the man I need and more, she
paused giving him a strange look, and why the hell were you looking?
It was hard to miss when he was butt naked in the center of your living
room when I walked in. Although well in retrospect it was really kind of hard
to miss, which proves my point altogether and
Chris started in
a random thought, Really Heather I always figured you to be someone
who was interested in a mans man--someone who had a little something
to brag about under the belt not
Would you just shut up?!?! Heather snapped at him, Chris,
I dont want to hear it. I dont give a damn why you showed up--why
you insist on giving me a headache or what you want to make up about Diego
to try to stroke your own clearly overly inflated ego. Face it. Diego and
I shouldve been here making love right now instead of my arguing with
you about his manhood, which by the way is a subject you really should let
go of before I start to think youre jealous or interested in him in
which case both of those make me want to shudder.
The only time youll be shuddering around me Heather is in a moment
of passion, Chris challenged rising to his feet. He discarded the box
of donuts and took a bold step towards her, You want to know what a
real man is like Heather? You want to experience a lover that will leave you
breathless and anticipating more? Well, I can assure you that you wont
find it wasting your time on a loser like that. You need a man that can take
charge--that can give you the kind of thrills youre looking for without
hesitation--a man that can kiss you to the point where you lose all control.
You want someone who can give you everything youve ever fantasized about
without even touching you.
Heathers eyes widened before she let out a small laugh, And you
think that what? That youre that man that can give me that?
Oh Heather I know I am. I can take you to heaven in more ways than you
can imagine with my pinky finger, which now that I think about it would be
more pleasing than Diego at this point, but thats another subject altogether,
Chris stepped in closer yet, his dark eyes fixed on hers, I know all
about heaven and I promise you that I can give you a night youll never
forget if you drop the mantra about Donatello long enough to toss aside your
nice guy fantasy and replace it with one about a man who can more than deliver
on his promises
Chris, youre absolutely insane if you think that
Heather
began only to feel his thick fingers curl around her neck pulling her to him
in an explicit no holds barred take it or leave it kind of kiss. His
mouth explored hers with careful consideration, leaving no room for interpretation
of his words. In fact, his kiss only drilled further into Heather his promise
to follow through on exactly what he offered her, but before she allowed the
kiss to get carried away, she heard Charles cry out over the baby monitor.
Heather pushed away from Chris breathlessly giving him one last disapproving,
yet flushed faced look before disappearing into her sons room. He could
see her staggering steps towards the nursery and he couldnt help but
offer up a proud smile. Yeah, he got to her, which he was sure would leave
more of an impact on her than Diego did any day. Diego might have had an opportunity
to get close to Heather for a millisecond, but Chris vowed that after tonight
he would prove to Heather what a chump Diego really was!
*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*
So, why was Cori here? Dave sat down on his couch, watching as
Carly followed his movements and took a seat next to him. He turned in closer
to his wife before placing his hand on top of hers. What did my little
sister have on her mind? Im worried about her because Ive called
her a couple of times and there was no answer. Leaving me to believe there
is something really bad going on with her.
I dont think you want to know, Carly sighed deeply seeing
the way that Dave looked over at her with his big, dark eyes. What is
it?
I need to know everything she told you Carly, Dave pointed out
with a small shake of his head and throwing his hands up in the air. Sometimes
you dont know how much information on something really helps me out
with her.
Ill pretend like I know what that means, Carly nodded slowly
before continuing on with what she remembered with the conversation she had
with Cori. Basically, Diego pretty much broke her heart.
Broke her heart? Dave repeated before letting out a long and worried
breath. What kind of broken heart? One that a woman knows is good or
one that is breaking the woman down?
I would say the worst a broken heart could get, she decided leaning
back into the couch even more as she looked at Dave and saw him look the other
way. She seems too upset about it and I dont even know why. It
sounds like she deserved so much better.
Oh no, Dave frowned and shook his head slowly as he picked up
his cell phone once more and went to go and call Cori before Carly stopped
him by grabbing the phone from his hands. Give me that back, I need
to make sure she is okay about this Carly. You dont know how important
this is.
Why do you say that? Carly eyed Dave over slowly knowing that
there was something he was keeping from her about Cori and something bad that
had happened. Dave? Whats got you so worried?
Its that Cori is really fragile when it comes to a relationship,
Dave tried to explain grabbing the phone from Carlys hands before shrugging
his shoulders and letting out a long sigh. I guess you could just say
she doesnt handle break ups very well.
*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*
Russ, I dont think you realize what youre saying,
Avery searched his eyes, I mean I cant ask you to surround yourself
in a place where you dont want to be.
Do you honestly think that Im about to let you walk away from
me without a fight? Russ questioned pushing a loose strand of her dark
hair back behind her ear. Avery, where you are is the only place I want
to be. As much as I dont want to own up to the fact that Im an
Ashford, the fact to the matter is that you are my family. You and Erin are
my life and wherever you are is where Im going to be. Weve wasted
far too much time apart from one another already.
I know we have, she replied poignantly, and I dont
ever want to go through that again Russ. I dont ever want to lose you
like I thought I did before.
Its never going to happen Avery, Russ promised reaching
out to cup her face in his hands. His green eyes reached down deep into hers
seeing so many things happening behind her dark eyes, Were a sure
thing Avery. Our happily ever after is still in the cards.
Still spouting off about fairy tales huh, Avery couldnt
help but smile up at him.
With you, most definitely, he nodded in confession tipping down
to steal a kiss from her lips, Theres nothing more magical than
the feel of you in my arms just like this.
Oh Russ, Avery melted into him holding him as if there had never
been a more perfect moment than the one they were sharing.
Tell you what, Russ suggested with a whisper in the back of her
ear, How about we forget about finding Ken and Don for a little while
and think about paying a visit to the nursery to see our daughter?
I think that sounds like a wonderful idea, Avery nodded in response
unable to suppress the smile that teased over her lips, I miss her already.
So do I, Russ admitted reaching for her hand and lacing her fingers
in his. He glanced over her shoulder seeing Brant still laying perfectly still
in the bed. Yes, this was going to be a challenge indeed, but he wasnt
about to let the situation take away from what was important with them. Bringing
his arm around Averys shoulders, he walked with her out of Brants
room to the nursery.
Think she is wondering where we were, Avery questioned tipping
her head up to look at him.
Nah, shes just thinking that weve had enough time on our
own, Russ whispered peering through the window of the nursery to see
their daughter before them. Shes just trying to tell us that now
is time for her attention.
Then lets give it to her, Avery decided as they headed into
the nursery ready to share some private time with their little girl without
the worries of the rest of the world weighing them down.
*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*
Theres no chance, Brooke spat out after hearing Camerons
proposal that hed laid out to her shortly after his arrival. While
I understand and appreciate your taking a risk on me today Cameron, the truth
to the matter is that I cannot offer you what youre asking for.
Im not asking much, Cameron frowned back at her shaking
his head with heavy disapproval, You know that.
Even so why would I want to disappear when Im quite content with
the life that I have here in Coral Valley? Brooke challenged arching
a curious brow at him. If you truly had the power to persuade and influence
as your father once did, then you would get me out of here and we could talk
then.
Unlike my father I dont have unyielding faith in you, he
explained clearing his throat after a moment, If you turn down my offer,
you could very well be letting go of your last chance at freedom.
Freedom you say? Brooke arched a curious brow. From what
youve told me you want to fly me out of Coral Valley--away from the
life that Ive built for myself and for what? What you want from me is
something I really cant offer you. I cant tell you where Nicholas
Ashford is when I dont know myself.
Forget about that then, Cameron finally decided with an afterthought,
Leave Nicholas to me and just clue me in to what you know. Well
call that even and I will have you out of here in no time.
Youll be sending me to a life away from my family, away from my
home and my business, Brooke pointed out with another frown.
Even so Ive offered you a considerable amount of money which should
be more than enough to start again with, Cameron added giving her another
look. Its your ticket to a new beginning.
At my age a new beginning doesnt sound as appealing as one might
think, Brooke informed him point blank, Its not easy to
get to where I am today with all the years Ive put into it, so why would
I willingly begin again from nothing?
Because by this time you may be nothing if the D.A. has her way with
you. Im merely giving you another option--one that will take you far
from Coral Valley forever, Cameron shrugged his shoulders again, Ill
set you up in a place that will be more than sufficient pending that you never
return again.
Even without anything further from me on Nicholas? Brooke questioned
curiously, Providing I actually know anything about that monster.
Quite honestly I know you have a great knowledge of the bastard, but
hell get whats coming to him in due time. You however can look
at today as your lucky day. All you have to do is say yes and I can make this
all disappear for you, Cameron waved his hand around in the air dismissively.
Yes, but if you have that capability, why should I have to walk away
from my life? Why should I have to give up what is rightfully mine when there
is no evidence linking me to these rumors of scandal? Brooke countered
in response. If you were as powerful as you claim to be, then you would
make it all disappear and let me get back to my life.
A life where your family doesnt want anything to do with you?
Cameron tossed out at her, A life where the law will be constantly hovering
over your shoulder waiting for you to screw up? Face it Brooke you are all
out of options and this is your last chance for a new start. It will clear
you of your sins and give you a life--any life you have dreamt of far from
here. Youll stay away from this town, your family and Avery
Avery, Brookes eyes perked up at the mention of her daughter,
Now why would you include her in this?
Lets just say Ive heard the stories and Im convinced
youve put her through more than enough, Cameron offered up leaving
no hint behind his motivation. You can go away and the problem is solved.
Is it? Brooke inquired, Something tells me you didnt
mention my daughter without reason. Tell me has she caught your eye Mr. Stone?
Thats none of your concern, Cameron waved his hand dismissively,
but what is of relevance right now is this offer that will expire when
the guard returns.
Quite frankly you dont get to where I am in this life by being
naïve Cameron, she tipped her head to the side to size him up,
While Im sure that you have something up your sleeve, the truth
to the matter is I dont believe a word of what youre saying. For
all I know you could be trying to make me disappear for reasons that would
be unsavory to my own personal health.
I give you my word that you will be unharmed should you take me up on
my offer pending that you stay away from Coral Valley for the rest of your
days, Cameron reminded her again.
And if I decided down the road to return to Coral Valley after the fireworks
died down? she couldnt help but ask with a sudden curiosity.
Then I would have no problems eliminating you myself, Cameron
announced in a low, threatening tone, If we make a deal, its a
lasting one--no changing the terms.
In that case, Brooke placed her hands on top of the table, Im
going to have to reject your offer Mr. Stone.
Youre a very foolish woman, Cameron frowned back at her.
He slid the chair away from the table and stood up, Given what Id
learned about you, Id hoped youd prove to be more intelligent
than this.
I think Im safer taking chances on my own given I have a few tricks
up my sleeve, Brooke sighed heavily tossing out a bored expression,
Something tells me that a man like you couldnt possibly live up
to your offer and the terms, well they were simply impossible.
When youre begging for your life remember this day and the offer
that you threw away because I wont be returning for a second appearance.
You made your bed and now you can lie in it, Cameron shook his head
at her hearing the door open and the guard returning.
Times up, she explained as Cameron walked over to her giving
her a small smile.
Im more than finished in here, he explained smoothly walking
out of the interrogation room and leaving Brooke to wonder just what the future
held in store for her. Regardless of what was happening in the here and now
she had to reach Nicholas--that was going to be the one and only way to clear
herself.
Ill find him, she thought to herself realizing that if it
was the last thing she did, she would find a way to take him down should the
blame fall on her. There was no way her life would be over after all shed
worked. No one could take that from her. Not now. Not ever!
*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*
Kevin sat in a moment of silence feeling everything replay in his mind in
agonizing slow motion. He could still remember the way the scene had gone
from intriguing to grueling and now that he had a Donna Nevik book in his
lap, he had the strange feeling it was all going to go downhill from there.
Taking in a small breath, Kevin pulled the book out of his lap and set it
on the table top.
I dont know what this is, Kevin lied feeling like he could
kick himself for saying such a stupid remark given the way Ria was watching
him.
No? she arched a curious brow taking a slow step towards him.
She leaned forward, giving him a glimpse of the sexy lingerie that she had
on beneath the trench coat. His eyes practically popped out of his head at
such an enticing view, but it was far too brief for his liking because before
he knew it Ria was standing up straighter once again and pacing around the
room with a book in hand. Well, I happen to think this is something
that you should really look into. You see I was reading this when I had a
little time on my hands and something about it struck me as familiar
It did, Kevin questioned uneasily watching her with nervous anticipation.
It did, she nodded tilting her head to the side to look at him,
but of course it didnt really register until earlier today when
I had a run in with this woman at a little diner that I sometimes get lunch
from. You see she was extremely upset because she said she had a lot of men
in her life causing her issues. Naturally I thought I should see what was
bothering her given that she looked pretty upset so much so that I took a
seat and had a few words with her.
Well that sounds like it was an okay thing to do, Kevin replied
uneasily not really sure where she was headed with this one, I probably
wouldve done the same thing if I saw someone upset.
Oh Im sure that you wouldve, Ria added with a knowing
smirk, Im sure you wouldve sat down right next to her and
had a very lengthy discussion with her much like I did. You see she was really
fired up--ready to give up on men altogether because she and a friend of hers
were having troubles.
Thats too bad, Kevin offered up not really knowing what
to say.
Yes, it really is, Ria continued pacing around the room once again,
and what made it worse was that she went on and on about this friend
of hers--about this guy that she was involved with at one point in time before
the romance part of the relationship soured. She went on and on about how
he was still a dear friend of hers and about how she still believed that he
was in love with her and how allowing him to stay close to her still was a
bad thing. She was rather flustered and with good reason as she started talking
about the time theyve spent with one another recently when she was on
a rebound. Why the poor woman was really wired and I couldnt help but
feel sorry for her to have to deal with that
Uh, sure. I mean yeah it sounds like it, Kevin added nervously
his eyes fixed on the book in her hand, but um what does that have to
do with that book?
Well you see thats where this gets interesting. As you know Im
not a big romance novel reader--at least Im no where near as educated
in the world of romance as Trisha is, but see Trisha, well she cant
get enough of these books, Ria held the novel up in her hand, She
even suggested that I read this one because Id really like it. Its
a perfect mixture of romance and intrigue and its sure to please she
said.
Well, thats good, Kevin fought to suppress the amusement
he felt in knowing Trisha was a fan, She has pretty good taste.
Yeah she does, Ria noted, and I have to admit that I thought
this was a pretty good book. I mean it was a little contrived in the romance
department given that I felt the man in the novel was seriously lacking
You thought he was lacking, Kevin repeated with a wounded expression
before quickly recovering, I mean why?
Well for starters he lacks any real originality in the sense that his
first big love scene in this particular novel played out exactly like what
this woman was telling me about today. She put together a scenario about her
and her best friend being stuck in this cabin with her pal and things got
a bit heated. Funny thing about it though is when I started thinking about
it, her tale sounded so very much like what was in this novel so much so that
I had to come home and take another look at it.
Ria, I dont think that
Kevin stammered watching her
flip to the page in question.
Thats okay Gia. Well make the most of what we have here,
Vincent explained in a slow, subtle tone, his heart hammering in his chest,
Ria read aloud to him, Im sure that this pancake mix will be more
than enough to make it through the weekend for us. The way I see it, it could
very well open the door to some very distinct possibilities for us
Ria, really you dont have to, Kevin rose up from where he
was seated, Im not
really into romance novels and
And nothing, Ria slammed the book shut, Cut the crap Kevin!
I know this was you! I know this was your story--your love scene
Ria, I dont
Kevin struggled to find the right words.
I know that this was about you--you and Angela and your little magical
pancake experience, Rias voice raised with obvious anger, I
know all about all your little escapades since youve been publishing
them for the world to see. Youre so proud of what you have with her--with
what you want to have happening with her, that you spend your time making
it happen in the world of fiction over and over and over again!
Ria I can explain that
Kevin reached out to her only to
feel her slam the book into the center of his abdomen.
Save the explaining Kevin! I met your precious Angie today and it didnt
take long for me to realize that youre still hung up on her--that youve
always wanted to be with her and that you still want her, Ria shouted
unable to hold back in the rage that had burned deep inside of her.
Ria thats not true. Its not
Kevin tried to plead
with her once again.
Save the lies Kevin because Donna Nevik speaks for itself! Youre
Donna Nevik and dont insult my intelligence by denying it, Ria
lashed out at him, and in your being Donna Nevik it only proves that
youre doing this because when it gets down to it Donna Nevik gives you
an opportunity to keep the fire burning for Angela--the fire that youve
never let go of and its that same fire that keeps you coming back for
more! Well guess what Kevin you and Donna can have Angela for all I care because
Im done! Do you hear me? Done! D-O-N-E!
*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*
Now would this something have to deal with me taking you to the bed?
Kyle questioned running his thumb down her shoulder gently, leaning closer
to her seeing the way she closed her eyes when he got closer to her. Is
that what you had in mind?
Close to it, Sarah nodded slowly feeling Kyles hot breath
against the side of her neck as he pushed her hair back and pressed a small
kiss against her neck. Really close.
Sounds tempting, Kyle replied feeling her fingers run down his
back slowly before running back over his shoulders. He pulled her in tighter
to him, a small smile appearing over his lips as he let out a small breath.
What do you want to do to me Sarah? You want to have your way with me,
tie me up? Sound tempting to you?
A little bit, Sarah nodded feeling Kyles lips press in over
her collarbone as she tilted her head to the side. Every time she was in this
room, it reminded her of the night she had with Diego, but now that Kyle was
here in front of her, those memories were just a small blurb in her memory.
Really tempting.
So, you would like to tie me up to the headboard and do the things only
certain people could even imagine to do? Kyle whispered in her ear,
feeling her fingers run down over the front of his chest and down his abdomen.
You want to remember what its like seeing me naked?
Oh yeah, Sarah bit down on her bottom lip as Kyle backed her up
against the dresser and grabbed her hands in his, pressing them up over her
head. It sounds really nice.
You think so? Kyle questioned leaning forward to kiss her lips
slowly, picking her up and feeling her legs wrap around his waist as he pressed
her in harder against the dresser. You miss this dont you? You
miss being with me, you made a mistake didnt you?
I made a big mistake, she nodded feeling his lips press in over
her jaw line as she went to grab his cowboy hat before he backed away and
shook his head slowly.
Dont touch this, Im keeping it on, Kyle whispered
running one of his hands down her back slowly before letting out a long breath.
Im the best you ever had, right? You want me really, really bad
dont you?
Kyle, I think its kind of obvious on both cases, Sarah pointed
out leaning forward and kissing his lips, feeling him press himself harder
against her as she let out a small sigh. You are sexiest guy Ive
ever met. Everything about you is perfect. Your personality--youre body,
everything about you is perfect.
Im perfect? So, in the past that was all you that hurt me, right?
I was a good person, you just
Kyle paused thinking back to that
one moment in time when Sarah changed her colors completely. Youre
very sorry, arent you? Youre sorry because you want me so bad,
right?
I want you really bad Kyle. Im very sorry, Sarah bit down
on her bottom lip gently as Kyle slowly set her down. She saw the way he took
a step back away from her, looking at her with his dark eyes as she let out
a small sigh. What is it?
Well, what are you waiting for if you want me so much? Kyle questioned
seeing her look at him as he lifted his tank top up that was under the button
down shirt. She gazed over his chiseled abdomen before reaching out and working
open his belt.
I missed this, Sarah whispered leaning up and kissing his lips
as she reached for his zipper and pulled it down slowly before feeling his
hand catch her wrist in his hand tightly. She looked up into his dark eyes
seeing the smirk spread over his features as he shook his head slowly.
You know, as much as you like the sounds of ravishing me and tying me
up--I really dont like that idea, he shrugged his shoulders taking
a step back and zipping his pants back up. He buckled them back up before
shrugging his shoulders and going back towards the dance pad. I really
feel like playing the game right now, but just for starters, I dont
like being tied up.
What? Sarah chuckled seeing Kyle shrug his shoulders before going
back to the game again and tilting his cowboy hat forward. Youre
being serious.
Im just really interested in the game right now, Kyle replied
looking back towards the screen before a wide smile appeared over his lips.
He couldnt help but tease her like that, sure it wasnt the right
thing to do, but it worked really good. Sorry babe, maybe later we can
come up with something. Forty bucks could be a dinner or something like that.
Great, Sarah pushed back into the dresser closing her eyes tightly
as she heard Kyle pause the game. Whats wrong with you?
Whats that smell? Kyle turned around to see the bed on fire
as he let out a small gasp and ran over towards the bed. Sarah, go get
some water. You knocked over the damn candle.
Oh god Kyle, get it out, Sarahs heart began to beat wildly
as she watched Kyle pull his button down shirt off and began to try and take
the fire out with his shirt. He saw the fire grow bigger as he tried to get
the fire to go down.
Oh shit, Kyle fell back to the ground as his shirt started on
fire and he threw out it out of his hand. He slid back quickly as the fire
hit the floor and started to spread throughout the room. No way, Im
not going to let this happen.
Kyle, Sarah yelled seeing Kyle run over towards his game and quickly
unhook it from the television before running out of the room with the game
pads and his x-box under his arm. Where are you going?
Ill be right back, I promise, Kyle yelled from the hallway,
leaving Sarah completely alone in the room as she looked at the fire building
before her.
This isnt good, Sarah thought quickly running into the bathroom
and filling one of her cups up with water before running back into the bedroom
and throwing it on the bed.
When Sarah did that the fire went out in a small spot on the bed, but grew
larger at the area next to the spot she put out. She was running out of ideas
to do as she saw her curtains go up in flames and she fell to the floor.
Sarah, Kyle walked back into the room, falling to the ground as
the fire spread out in front of him. He covered his mouth, feeling the smoke
filling his nose as he let out a small cough. What have you been doing
this whole time? You used a Dixie cup to take out the fire?
I dont know what Im doing Kyle, Sarah tried to explain
seeing Kyle quickly get up off the ground and reach out to grab her in his
arms and pick her up from the ground. Where did you go?
Sorry, I couldnt let my x-box burn so I took it to the truck,
Kyle explained after he ran back into the room before shrugging his shoulders
and seeing the room begin to start up more on fire as he took a step back
and let out a small cough feeling the smoke surrounding him. Sarah,
lets get out of here before one of us gets hurt.
Okay, Sarah nodded slowly feeling Kyle pull her along the hallway
as the fire spread out into the hallway. She felt him tug her outside quickly
before he looked at the house and handed her his cell phone.
God no. Call for some help Sarah and I will be right back, Kyle
gasped running up towards the steps before letting out a small cough as he
entered the now smoke filled home. There was a few things in the house that
he couldnt let get burned. Not now, not ever. Kyle had heard Sarah call
for him as he placed his arm over his mouth and walked towards the bedroom
seeing the hallway now filled with fire.
Kyle let out a small breath as he ran and jumped over the fire before pushing
open the door. He took a look around the bedroom where he saw his bag in the
corner, luckily the fire hadnt reached it yet. Thinking quickly he avoided
the fire and jumped over it before quickly grabbing his bag. He looked around
the room before him, realizing there was no way he was going to get out of
the room easily. At all if even.
I hate when it gets down to this, Kyle turned around to face the
window, bringing his foot up and kicking through the window before jumping
out of the window and hitting the ground roughly. Ouch.
Kyle let out a small groan as he fell on his butt and held onto his bag tightly.
He slowly opened the bag before taking out the picture of his mother and his
father that hadnt been ruined.
I couldnt lose the only thing I had of them, Kyle let out
a small breath before grabbing another thing from his bag and letting out
a small smile. He looked at the two stuffed bears before him that were a groom
and wife bear as he smiled. He looked at the picture in the middle before
running his fingers over the picture of him when he was a child with another
little girl when they had pretended to get married. I couldnt
lose the only two things of happiness Ive ever had in my life.
Kyle shook his head slowly before putting the things back in his bag and zipping
it up. He slowly got off the ground and threw the bag over his shoulder before
walking around the building.
What the hell does she have on her sheets? Kyle pondered stopping
for a moment before shaking his head slowly. Whatever it was, it made the
fire spread a whole lot faster then any normal pair of sheets would have.
*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*
Heather kissed Charles on the top of the head before carefully placing him
back in his bed. While her son had made a lot of noise, he really only wanted
a changing and then he was back to his dreams. She couldnt help but
smile as she watched him lost in his slumber. If only she could find that
much peace and contentment just with a little attention.
You know youre quite good at that, a voice perked up behind
her startling her. She spun around to see Chris standing over her shoulder.
Frowning at him she took a step away from him.
What are you doing in here? she questioned harshly in a muted
tone.
I was just watching you with your son Heather. Youre a good mom,
you know that? Chris whispered in response a smile lighting up his face.
And Ill be an even better mom once I kick you out of my sons
nursery, Heather warned him placing her palm in the center of his chest.
She pushed him out of the room and carefully closed the door behind her before
glaring at him, What are you still doing here? I told you to leave.
I heard what you said, but I figured what happened between us before
spoke for itself, Chris followed her out into the living room area.
I didnt think it was wise to walk out on such a tentative moment
for us.
There was nothing tentative or anything else happening between us,
she placed her hands on her hips impatiently, Other than your sabotaging
me once again with Diego.
I was doing you a favor. I dont considering it sabotaging,
Chris objected with a huff, The man is clearly all wrong for you and
And thats not your decision to make. You dont have the right
to barge in here and tell me who you think I should or shouldnt be spending
my time with, she shook her head at him, Just because I asked
for you to help me recapture his attention does not mean that its an
open invitation to my life from here on out.
Heather, Im only trying to help you help yourself, he shot
back pointedly, Youll just be making a huge mistake with a man
like Diego. He couldnt possibly appreciate all your finer points like
I could.
Chris, you dont even know my finer points, she wrinkled
her nose at him, nor do I want you to given what kind of person you
are.
And just what is that supposed to mean? he frowned back at her.
Well for starters youre nosy and you butt into other peoples
business far too much, she glared at him with a huff, and you
just
well, you just have this way about you where you take a perfectly
good evening and just tear it to pieces. Right now I could be enjoying the
perks of getting to know Diego on a more personal level--on a level that Ive
wanted to know him for months, but instead Im standing here arguing
with you. Thats not right!
Whats not right is your obsessing about a guy who clearly isnt
nearly as good as you need in your life, Chris shook his head at her,
I mean really are you so blind to the truth thats before your
eyes? The guy clearly has some major hang-ups and since he and Cori didnt
work out, naturally hes trying to bounce back with you. You might see
that as victory but I see it as a copout. If youre smart, then youll
give him the old heave ho and start looking for someone who can respect and
appreciate you fully!
And you think that someone is you? she challenged with a scowl,
You really think that youre all the man I need?
All that and more, Chris nodded reaching out for her triumphantly
and laying another kiss on her. He felt her fingers curl over his shoulder,
her nails biting into his flesh, but rather than her pulling away, she kissed
him in response proving to Chris that maybe Heather wasnt all about
wanting to be with Diego as much as she claimed to be. In fact given the eagerness
behind her response to his kiss he was pretty damn certain Diego was the last
thing from her mind!
*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*
I just wish I was there to help her when things fell apart for her
and Diego, Dave frowned thinking about his sisters emotional state,
Cori doesnt do breakups well and I wish Id been there to
talk to her
Dave Im sure shell be okay, Carly tried to offer up
sensing that her husband was beyond worried about his younger sister, I
mean she seemed like she was doing better the last time I spoke with her.
I think we really bonded when we were together.
Really? Daves eyes perked up as he looked to his wife, You
mean shes not giving you a hard time any longer?
No, Carly shook her head a smile tugging at the corners of her
mouth, I actually have to say that I think Coris finally accepted
that were together. I mean I thought it wasnt ever going to happen,
but hey I guess I was wrong. I think that now she sees that Im not out
to hurt you. I think she realizes how much I love you.
And how much I love you, Dave added moving in beside his wife.
He slid his arms around her waist pulling her in closer to him, I hope
you realize that even though the honeymoon was cut short, that doesnt
mean that you and I have to skim on the romance here.
I didnt imagine it would mean that, Carly teased her fingers
over the front of his button down shirt, In fact, I was hoping that
wed continued to delve into that whole romance thing sooner or later.
Speaking of romance, Dave leaned forward ready to press a kiss
on her lips when a sound rose up from the other end of the house.
Mommy come here! Kaylas voice squealed excitedly, Mommy,
you have to see this!
Carly couldnt help but laugh hearing Kaylas feet race down the
hallway towards her and Dave. Despite the fact Dave still had his arms wrapped
around Carly, it did nothing to deter Kayla from seeking out her mother. She
wormed her way between the two of them, placing one arm on Daves leg,
the other on Carlys leg. Her big, brown eyes stared up at the both of
them expectantly.
You both have to see this! Kayla announced in an exaggerated tone,
It simply cannot wait! Come right this instant! Right now!
Were working on it, Dave laughed lightly hearing the phone
ring. His eyes immediately darted to the phone and his worries about Cori
resurfaced.
Go on and answer it, Carly whispered to him before motioning over
to Kayla, Im sure that I can keep her at bay for a few minutes
if its Cori.
Thank you, Dave smiled over at her appreciatively before moving
over to the phone. He caught Carly out of the corner of his eye scooping up
Kayla in her arms before the two disappeared down the hallway to Kaylas
bedroom. Smiling Dave reached for the phone ready to have a long talk with
his sister should it be her calling on the other end of the line.
Cori? Dave answered thoughtlessly hoping that his sister would
be on the phone ready to talk to him.
Dave? a male voice questioned causing Dave to hesitate. While
he was hoping for his sister, there was something about the voice on the other
end of the line that rang strangely familiar, Is that you?
Andy, Dave replied unable to believe his ears now that Deidras
soon-to-be-ex-husband was on the other end of the line.
Hey Dave, hows it going? Andy replied with a pleasantness
in his voice as if they had just hung out last week. Hows it going
man?
Its um
Dave paused not really sure how to respond
to the question, going.
That doesnt sound too promising, Andy chuckled again clearly
amused, but then again you were never one for words there, were you
buddy?
Im fine with my words, Dave replied with a frown, but
thats not why you called me up out of the blue, so I have to ask what
do you want?
Always straight to the point, Andy replied his voice a little
less full of laughter, Look I honestly didnt think that Id
get you. I was hoping to have a word with Carly.
Carly, Dave repeated a tiny voice registering in the back of his
head, Why would you want to talk to Carly?
Because she left this number on my machine and I was hoping to catch
her if she was in. Is she in, Andy questioned a bit more impatiently.
Dave turned to look down the hallway where he could hear Carly and Kayla laughing
with one another and Dave found himself wondering what in the world his wife
was doing receiving phone calls from a man that Dave had grown to despise.
Something told him whatever it was that had prompted Andy to call, it couldnt
be good.
*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*
Ben paced around the lobby wondering what was taking so long. It wasnt
like the hospital staff not to say anything especially when he was worried
out of his mind about what was happening with Diane. The pain that shed
been experiencing had terrified her and him as well. Now as he thought back
to the look on her face when theyd been separated he couldnt help
but worry about what was happening behind closed doors. There had to be a
reason why no one was saying anything. He needed answers and he needed them
now.
I cant wait any longer, Ben thought aloud spinning around
to find himself face to face with JT. Instantly his worries about Diane transformed
to anger for the man standing before him. Ben snarled at him, What the
hell are you doing here?
I heard about Diane, JT explained in a rushed breath, I
came up here as soon as one of the nurses told me she was brought in.
Whats going on?
Its none of your business, Ben replied tightly glaring at
the man who had caused a wedge between him and Diane for a short while, Diane
doesnt want you here.
Whether she wants me here or not Ben, you owe it to me to tell me whats
going on, JT pointed out hastily, That could be my child shes
carrying
I seriously doubt it, Ben shook his head at JT, considering
that she was with you one night. She and I have been together for a long time
and
Think about it Benny-boy, all it takes is one time and Im certain
that is my child shes carrying, so youd better start opening your
mouth and tell me what you know about whats going on, JT ordered
his words coming out more abrasive by the second. His eyes flashed with anger,
his heart pounding inside his chest, yet he still refused to back down, Tell
me damn it!
I dont know whats going on, Ben blurted out frustrated,
All I know is that they said they would tell me if there was any news.
How long has it been, JT questioned his voice softening a bit
as his worries grew.
Too long, Ben turned away from JT pacing around the room. He knew
that being here with JT was the last thing that hed wanted, yet fighting
wasnt really going to be a good enough distraction. All Ben wanted was
to hear something on Diane--and soon. He just prayed that things wouldnt
turn out badly for her.
What happened? JT questioned breaking through Bens thoughts,
How did she end up here? What did you say to her?
I didnt say anything to her, Ben felt his anger resurface
as he spun around to face the man who posed a threat to his relationship with
Diane. We were having a wonderful day together and
And what? JT prompted further taking a step forward.
Its none of your business, Ben moved away from him refusing
to give JT any further insight on his life with Diane.
Dont you walk away from me! JT snapped reaching for Bens
arm, I asked you a question and I expect an answer!
Let go of me! Ben ordered in a low voice, yet despite his quietness,
there was no mistaking the warning in his tone, Now!
Im not going to let go of you until you get rid of the cocky attitude
and start telling me about whats happening with my child, JT argued
further feeling Ben push into his chest in an attempt to get JT to let go
of him.
JT reacted by throwing his fist at Bens head. However, he missed when
Ben ducked out of his way. JT made another attempt at hitting Ben, but this
time Ben was prepared for him. Ben grabbed JTs arm, twisted it behind
his back and pulled it up in such a way that the only movement JT could make
would cause him some serious pain.
I told you to back off! Ben seethed at JT feeling his animosity
for him growing stronger by the second.
Ben! he heard Deidras voice call out to him breaking him
from his thoughts of snapping JTs arms. Hurriedly Ben released JT and
rushed over to Deidra.
Dee, what is it? Ben questioned his stomach tied in knots. He
saw something flash behind her dark eyes and it didnt take long for
Ben to realize what was about to happen.
Ben, Im so sorry, Deidra offered up in a pained voice, her
dark eyes filled with tears, I wish that I had good news, but
No, Ben shook his head, No that cant be possible.
Deidra, she couldnt have
Whats going on, JT questioned pushing his way up to Deidra.
He saw her hesitance in saying anything to him, but he continued to press
for the truth, Please talk to me. I need to know what happened to Diane.
Dianes going to be fine, Deidra explained wiping at her
own tears, but the baby
well, the baby didnt make it. She
had a miscarriage.
Oh God no, JTs eyes widened in horror as he suddenly felt
like the world was crashing in around him. That cant be. The baby
cant be
Im sorry, Deidra apologized turning her attention to Ben
who was now lost in a state of his own grief. JT glanced over at him watching
Deidra offer her words of support and comfort to Ben, but as JT stood alone
in the center of the lobby he was more than convinced that today hed
lost far more than Ben couldve. In that moment JT suddenly felt as if
the one good thing in his life that he had going for him had just been taken
from this world without a fighting chance!
*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*
...to be continued...