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Chap 1 Jason watched as Brenda slept beside him. Her breath blew the few strands of hair that fell across her face back and forth. He smiled softly as he brushed them away. His attention was caught by a sound from the baby monitor. He listened and then smiled. It was only Bailey talking to herself in her baby talk. He shifted his attention back to his wife. Wife. It still sounded a little funny. There was a time when he thought that word would never apply to anyone but Robin. But then Robin had met, fallen in love, and married someone else. The night he heard the news he’d gone out and got drunk as had Brenda when she heard Jax had died in a plane crash. They’d ended up in bed together and Bailey had been conceived. He’d convinced her to marry him saying that they could divorce after the baby was born. But when it had come time to sign the divorce papers neither one could do it and finally admitted what their friends and family had known for months. They had fallen in love with each other. Looking at her now he knew that this was where he was meant to be. With Brenda, their daughter and her son, Stone Devane Corinthos. Brenda had found out she was pregnant a month after Sonny split town. He still remembered her screaming at him to find Sonny. That he needed to know he was going to be a father. As much as Jason agreed with her he couldn’t help her. Sonny had severed all contact with him two weeks prior to Brenda’s announcement. Jason rolled onto his back and thought back to a few days ago. ''So what’s up Luke?'' ''I got a call yesterday from a friend of ours.'' ''Who?'' ''Sonny.'' ''What?'' ''Sonny Corinthos called me yesterday and the first thing he asked was if Brenda was still around.'' ''Did you tell him?'' ''No. I’m gonna save that little piece of info for you jr.'' ''Thanks Luke.'' ''No problem.'' Back in bed Jason sighed to himself. Sonny Corinthos was the one threat to his happiness. How was he going to tell his friend and mentor that he’d married the woman he loved? Ch.2 Brenda woke up and rolled over expecting to find Jason, but instead found a pillow. Then she heard his voice on the monitor. She put on her robe and wandered down the hall to the nursery. Jason was rocking Bailey and she was gurgling at him. ''Why do you like to wake up daddy so early on a Saturday? Huh, princess? That's OK, I don't mind. But your mommy needs to sleep so we have to be quiet.'' He kissed his little girl. She had dark hair and Jason's piercing blue eyes. Brenda could watch them forever. Jason was so gentle with Bailey and Stone. Stone. She loved that little boy so much, but sometimes it made her sad. He looked exactly like Sonny. Same black curly hair, same dark intense eyes, he even had his father's dimples. Jason had been great. He was the only father Stone had ever, and probably would ever know. Sonny. It still made her so angry what he had done. She was startled from her thoughts, when her 3 year old wrapped himself around her legs. ''Hey! How's my little man this morning?'' she asked as she picked him up and made her way into the nursery. Jason looked up and smiled at his wife and son. Son. that's what Stone was to him. Biology meant nothing. He had his family. A beautiful, successful wife that he adored and two incredibly beautiful children. No one was going o take that from him. Not even his best friend. Brenda bent down to kiss Jason. ''Morning baby. How long you been up with her?'' ''She woke up about an hour ago.'' ''Why didn't you wake me up?'' she asked as she picked up her daughter. ''I didn't want to wake you. Besides I figured you would need your rest after last night.'' ''Jason, there are children in the room.'' she giggled as he kissed her neck. ''Alright. So what are we doing today?'' ''Well, I have to check on some stuff for the show at the Outback tonight. Then I thought we could take the kids to the park.'' ''OK, I have to go see Luke, then I will pick you up at the Outback.'' ''Great. Well I have to meet Lois in half an hour so I better get the kids ready.'' she kissed him again and started her day. ~!!!~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~! Jason strolled into Luke's about an hour later with Bailey in his arms and Stone next to him. ''Uncle Luke!'' Stone ran up to Luke and climbed on the bar stool. ''Hey partner! What are ya up to?'' Luke loved this little boy. He was Stone's godfather. He and Brenda had become close in the last 3 years. She had grown and matured into a savvy business woman and an excellent wife and mother. He had finally realized that he had been wrong about her. He also understood why Sonny and Jason had fallen head over heels in love with her. ''Daddy and Mommy are taking me and Bailey to the park today. Daddy said we could fly a kite.'' ''Hey Stone why don't you go find Grampa and let daddy and uncle Luke talk?'' ''OK!'' The two men watched the little boy run in the back room and then Jason turned to Luke. ''OK so what's the deal with Sonny? Is he coming back?'' ''Jas man, I don't know. But from the way he was asking about Brenda, yeah I think he's planning to make an appearance.'' Jason looked down at his daughter. ''Luke, Sonny's my best and I love him, but he could ruin everything. I mean what happens when my wife finds out the real reason he left town was to protect her, and that I never told her the truth?'' Chap. 3 ''I don’t know man. I’m just really glad I’m not you.'' ''Gee thanks Luke.'' ''No problem Jr. You know that little girl of yours gets more beautiful each and every time I see her.'' ''She looks just like Bren.'' ''You lucked out there.'' ''I wouldn’t say that Luke.'' Bobbies voice came from the door way. ''What do you mean baby sister?'' ''I’m just saying that I seem to recall a certain niece of yours had a very large crush on Jason here.'' ''Yeah and if she knows what’s good for her shell stay with her Quatermaine and leave mine alone.'' ''Baby what’re you doing here?'' Jason handed Bailey to Bobbie and walked over to his wife. ''Well I wanted to talk to you.'' ''I thought you had a meeting with Lois.'' ''I did but I canceled after I finished my appointment with Alan.'' ''You’re not sick are you?'' ''Not exactly. What do you think of the name Jeremy?'' ''Its fine. Why?'' Realization started to dawn on him. ''Are you-? Are telling me-?'' ''I’m gonna have another baby.'' ''When?'' ''6 months.'' ''Are you serious?'' ''Yes.'' ''C’mere you.'' Jason took her in his arms and squeezed her tight. Sonny is not going to ruin this for me. He kissed the top of Brenda’s head. For us. >?>?>?>?>?>?>?> Sonny walked the beach. He kept thinking of Brenda. God he had missed her. But soon he’d have her back. Oh sure shed be mad but they were meant for each other. They’d be together if he had to spend the rest of his life begging for her forgiveness. A family walking along the beach caught his attention. Maybe that’d be them one day soon. They’d always wanted children together and now maybe they could have them. He just had to get back to her. Ch.4~by Julie Jason sat on a park bench and watched as Brenda played with Stone and Bailey. He loved her so much. And the news about the baby blew him away. They were going to tell Stone tonight. Jason made up his mind that friend or not Sonny Corinthos was NOT going to destroy his family. Brenda ran up to Jason and kissed him hard. ''What was that for?'' ''Oh, well if you’re gonna complain I won't do it any more'' Jason grabbed Brenda's face and kissed her more passionately than he ever had before. ''Don't ever stop kissing me. I love you more than my own life. I don't know what I'd do if I ever lost you.'' Brenda laughed. ''Jason, what's gotten into you today?'' He smiled and laughed. ''Nothing, baby. I'm just happy about the new baby.'' ''Really?'' ''Of course I am. So I guess were going to need a bigger place. How about we get a house?'' ''A real house? But what about the bodyguards?'' ''Brenda, I want you to be safe and happy. You've always wanted a house and now you’re going to get it.'' ''I love you so much, Jason.'' She kissed him again. !~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~~!~!~!~! ''Luke's'' ''Luke, my man!'' ''Corinthos! How's it going friend?'' ''Well, I was wondering if the old apartment above the club is free?'' ''Sure is. Why?'' ''Well, I'm gonna need a place to stay.'' ''You're coming back to Port Chuck?'' ''My plane lands in an hour. I should be at the club in 2 hours, max. See ya then buddy.'' ''See ya.'' Luke hung up the phone. ''Let the games begin and may the best man win.'' Chap 5~by Lori Sonny watched out the window of the taxi as it drove towards Luke’s. He couldn’t wait to see his best friend. Both of them. He frowned thinking of Jason. He hadn’t been able to get a hold of him yet. But from what Luke had told him he was still living at the penthouse. He’d drop by later and surprise him. !>!>!>!>!>!>!>!>!>!>!> ''Jason?'' ''Hmmm?'' ''Did you hear that?'' ''The creak from Stones room?'' ''Yeah.'' ''Yeah I heard it. I was hoping it was a figment of my imagination.'' Brenda giggled as Jason nuzzled her neck. They were lying on the couch in each others arms, just relaxing while the kids were upstairs napping. They had been home for two hours and so far Stone and Bailey had been sleeping peacefully but it sounded like that was about to change. Sure enough a few minutes later Stone appeared at the top of the stairs rubbing his eyes. ''Mama?'' ''What is it honey?'' ''I cant sleep anymore.'' ''Okay. But you have to be quiet because Baileys still sleeping. Come here and well find a video for you to watch.'' Stone obeyed his mother and ran over to her and Jason. ''Hey you know what? Mommy and I have something to tell you.'' ''Now?'' Brenda looked at him. ''Yeah why not?'' ''Okay.'' ''What? What?'' ''You are gonna get another little sister or brother soon.'' ''Really?'' Stone smiled and his whole face lit up. ''Uh-huh. What do you think of that?'' ''Cool.'' ''Very cool.'' Brenda smiled at Jason over Stones head and he took her hand. He mouthed ''I love you.'' She smiled and mouthed it back. Their exchange was noticed by Stone. ''Are you two gonna be mushy now?'' ''What do you know about mushy?'' ''Grandpa and Grandma are always mushy when they talk about babies. Especially Aunt Karen and Uncle Joe’s.'' ''We wont get mushy on ya, promise.'' Jason said pulling Stone into his lap and tickling him. !?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!? Sonny walked into Luke’s and the first person he saw was Luke. ''Hey man.'' ''Corinthos! Its great to see ya.'' He gave his friend a hug after he set his bags down. ''So what’s up?'' He asked as they sat down. ''Nothing much. I just came here straight from the airport but I was hoping you could help me.'' ''With what?'' ''Brenda.'' Ch.6 by me ''Brenda? What about her?'' Luke was getting a little uncomfortable. ''Well, for starters where is she living and is she involved with anyone?'' ''Uh, Sonny, maybe you should just go up and take a shower relax.'' ''Luke, I've wasted to much time with her already. I don't plan on wasting anymore.'' ''Look, when Brenda sees you the you know what is really gonna hit the fan so I suggest that you rest up.'' ''Luke...fine. But I still want to know what she's been doing for the past 4 years. Can you at least do that?'' ''Sure.'' Sonny took his bag and went upstairs. Luke waited for Sonny to leave and picked up the phone. There was no answer at the Morgan household. ''Damn.'' Luke looked towards the stairs that lead to the apartment above the club. ''This is not going to be fun.'' !~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~! The Morgan family got back from the video store and Stone ran to his room. ''Are you sure you want to go out tonight?'' ''Jason, I'm fine. Really. Now Maxie will be here to sit in about an hour, which means I have to get ready. Now, make sure you call everybody and invite them to Luke's. I want all our loved ones around, when we announce our newest addition.'' She kissed him and ran up the stairs. Jason stared after her, she was so happy. They both were. But he couldn't shake the feeling that something was off. He shrugged it off and went upstairs to change. !!~!~!!~!~!~!~!~!~! Brenda and Jason strolled into Luke's that night looking like the totally in love couple they were. Brenda was wearing a short black dress and looked stunning. Mike and Mary waved them over to the table. Dinner went along as planned. Everyone was having a great time. No one knew what was about to happen. Would change lives forever. Chap 7 Sonny listened to the noise of the crowd from the back room. He couldn’t stop thinking about Brenda. The minute he’d stepped foot inside their old apartment memories engulfed him. Them making love, fighting, making up, taking showers together, making meals together. He couldn’t wait to see her. !)!)!)!)!)!)!)!)!)!)!)!)!) Brenda giggled as Jason whispered in her ear. Mike looked at them both with fondness. He loved Brenda and Jason like they were his own. Brenda noticed his smile then. ''What are you so happy about Mike?'' ''Why shouldn’t I be happy? I have a beautiful wife, three beautiful daughters and four handsome sons. Not to mention all my grandchildren.'' ''Speaking of grandchildren, you’re gonna have another one soon Mike.'' ''You’re kidding?'' ''Nope I found out today.'' ''Congratulations. Hey Babe lets get a bottle of sparkling cider over here.'' Luke walked over to their table, smiling. ''What’s the occasion?'' ''A new Morgan’s on the way.'' ''Well congratulations and dinner is on me tonight.'' ''Thanks Luke. Maybe I should get pregnant more often.'' Brenda joked. ''No complaints here.'' ''You just like what’s involved with me getting pregnant.'' ''Damn straight.'' The table laughed ''Hey Jason can I talk to you for a minute?'' ''Sure. Ill be back in a minute, okay?'' ''Okay.'' Jason kissed her cheek and went with Luke into the office. ''What’s up Luke?'' ''Sonny’s here.'' Ch.8 Jason felt the breath stop in his chest. ''sonny's in PC?'' ''Nope. He's upstairs. He wants her back.'' !~!~~!~~!~~!~~!~~! Everyone had been congratulating Brenda on the news of her pregnancy. Mike came up and gave her a kiss on the cheek. ''I'm so happy for you, sweetie. I know how happy Jason and the kids make you.'' ''thanks Mike. They do make me happy. They're my life. Ya know it's funny. I always believed that the only person that could make me happy was Sonny. But now. Now, I know who the real love of my life is. My Husband.'' mike smiled. He still couldn't understand what had happened 4 years ago. The day Brenda should have officially become a member of his family, became the day she was officially exiled from it. But he had Stone and Bailey and now a new baby on the way to spoil. It helped fill the void that Michael had left in his heart. ''I know. So when are you due?'' ''In about 6 1/2 months.'' Brenda was beaming. ''who would have ever thought that I would become such a maternal person?'' ''I did. I saw the way you were with Stone and sonny. I'm sorry Brenda I didn't mean to bring him up. Not when your so happy.'' ''Mike don't apologize. Sonny can't hurt me anymore. He has no effect on my life. listen I'm going to go find my husband.'' she kissed mike on the cheek and went back to the office. !~!~!~~!~!~!~!~~! Sonny heard the noise from the club. It felt like old times. He decided to go take a look around for any familiar faces. He started down the steps when he heard Luke and a familiar voice from the office. !!~~!~~!~!!~~!~~!~~! ''what? Luke he is not going to destroy my family. He left her, he has no right to destroy my wife's happiness now!!!'' ''Your wife? Jason you got married?'' Luke and Jason turned around to find Sonny smiling at his two closest friends. Before either could speak the office door opened up. ''Honey, what's taking so long?'' All eyes turned to Brenda. Ch 9 ''Honey? Are you okay? You look like you’ve seen a ghost.'' Brenda hadn’t seen Sonny yet. He was standing out of her eye sight. ''I’m fine baby. Why don’t you go call Maxie and check on the kids?'' ''Okay. Don’t take to long.'' ''I wont.'' Brenda smiled at him and walked back into the club. Jason looked at Sonny. ''What kids?'' ''Ours.'' ''As yours and Brenda’s?'' ''Yeah.'' ''I’m gonna go out front and distract Brenda.'' Luke left and Sonny and Jason faced each other. ''I’m waiting.'' ''For what?'' ''An explanation would be nice.'' ''For what?'' ''Lets see. You were MY best friend and you go and marry the woman I love. Id say that requires an explanation. Boy I ask you to take care of her, watch out for her, and protect her and you take it to mean I want you to marry her?'' ''I didn’t marry her because you asked me to protect her I married her because I got her pregnant!'' (!)(!)(!)(!)(!)(!) ''Luke where is my husband?'' ''Taking care of some business darlin.'' ''Well I wish he’d hurry up. I want to go home, get rid of Maxie, and take my husband to bed.'' ''Id like to do that with Laura.'' ''Has she called lately?'' ''Not since last month.'' ''I’m sorry Luke.'' ''Thanks.'' Joe Scanlon came over to them. ''Hi Bren.'' ''Hi Joe. Where’s Karen?'' ''She had an emergency in pre-op. So I’m single tonight and I was wondering if my beautiful sister wants to dance.'' ''Shed love to. Later Luke.'' Luke raised a glass in farewell and looked at the back room. Damn he wished he’d left that tape recorder on. (!)(!)(!)(!)(!)(!) ''You did what?'' ''We got drunk one night and it just happened.'' ''Congratulations. So why are you still married?'' ''We love each other.'' ''What?'' ''Brenda and I fell in love. Do you need me to draw you a picture?'' Before Sonny could answer Mike came into the office. ''Hey Jason, Brenda wants to know'' He trailed off at the sight of Sonny. He whispered. ''Michael?'' Ch 11 ''Defending myself. He punched me first.'' Sonny said sitting on the couch. ''After you antagonized him I’m sure.'' ''Who’s side are you on?'' ''For once I’m on Jason and Brenda’s. Especially Brenda. You leave her. You break her heart and then you waltz back into town and think you can just pick up where you left off. Man you’re a piece of work. I thought I was selfish.'' ()!()!()!()!()!()!() ''Thanks for sitting Maxie. Say hi to Felicia and Mac for me.'' ''Sure Bren. Bye Jason.'' ''Bye Maxie.'' After Brenda shut the door behind her she turned back around to face Jason. ''So what now?'' ''Good question. I wish I had an answer.'' ''Me too.'' ''Why does he do this? Every time I have my life together he waltzes back into it and tears it apart.'' ''C’mere.'' Jason reached out his arms and Brenda walked into them. ''He wont tear it apart this time Bren. I wont let him.'' !()!()!()!()!()! ''Selfish? Where do you get off calling me selfish?'' Sonny glared at Luke. ''I think I’m pretty justified in thinking you’re selfish. You think you can just snap your fingers and get Brenda back and to hell with the fact that she’s happy with Jason.'' ''When did you become her biggest supporter?'' ''When I realized she wasn’t the spoiled brat YOU always made her out to be.'' !()!()!()!()!()! ''Jas, what if he tries to take Stone away?'' ''He doesn’t even know about him.'' ''This is a small town without a lot of gossipy people in it. Anyone of them could slip and try and then he could try and take away our son.'' ''That’s right. He’s our son. Sonny has no claim to him emotional or otherwise.'' ''Thanks I needed that.'' ''I love you. Don’t ever forget that.'' ''Never.'' ''Bren, I have something to tell you and I want to be the one to tell you because its my responsibility.'' ''Jason what’s wrong?'' ''Lets sit down.'' They sat on the couch. ''Honey you’re scaring me. What’s the matter?'' ''I lied to you about why Sonny left.'' Ch 12 ''What do you mean you lied to me? Jason there has never been a lie between us.'' ''No there hasn't, but this wasn't my decision.'' He got up and started pacing. He wasn't sure how he was going to tell her, or what she would do when she found out. ''Jason just tell me.'' ''Baby, first you have to know how much I love you.'' !~!~!~~!!~!~!~!~! ''Luke what are you talking about, I made her out to be selfish. She was selfish!'' ''No, partner that's where you're wrong. You never really understood her. You still don't. Take my advice Corinthos, leave her alone. She has a husband and a family, she's happy. Let her be.'' Sonny stared at Luke. ''Luke, tell me about her. What's she like now? What happened after I left?'' !~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~~!~! ''Jason, honey, I know you love me. And I love you. Look I'm tired and I really don't want to talk about Sonny. Can't we just go to bed and make love? And just forget that Sonny Corinthos ever existed.'' ''Bren, I would love to do that, but I can't. You need to know the real reason that Sonny left you at the altar. And you need to know my part in it.'' Ch 13 ''What do you mean your part in it?'' ''Before I came to you at the church Sonny gave me instructions about what to tell you. He wanted me to help you hate him.'' ''I didn’t need any help there.'' ''Just listen to me. He didn’t leave because he didn’t love you. He left because there was a contract on his head and he wanted to protect you. He wanted to make sure you were safe.'' @&@&@&@&@&@ ''What she was like after you left? Okay. It took months for her to pull herself together. Jax, Lois, and Julia tried to help and so did Robin.'' ''Julia? Her sister?'' ''Yeah. Anyway after months of moping around she just snapped out of it one day. She started coming to the club for dinner, going out with Lois and Robin. That sort of thing.'' ''You forgot to mention sleeping with Jason.'' Sonny said bitterly. ''That didn’t happen until a couple of years ago.'' ''And they already have two kids? They must be busy.'' Luke got a look on his face. ''What?'' ''What what?'' ''What’s that look for?'' ''What look?'' ''Don’t play dumb Spencer. What aren’t you telling me?'' @&@&@&@&@&@ ''To protect me? He left me and broke my heart to protect me?'' ''Bren-'' ''No you know what? I don’t care anymore. That excuse got old real fast. Every time he’s done something to hurt me he’s said it was to protect me. When we first got together and he lied to me about what he did it was to protect me. He married Lily to protect me and he stayed with her for the same reason. Now you’re telling me he left me at the altar to protect me. Well he can take his protection and shove it. I don’t need that kind of protection or that kind of love. Not anymore. You want to know why?'' ''Why?'' ''Because I already have the best kind of love in the world. I have yours and I wouldn’t trade it for anything.'' ''That mean you’re not mad at me?'' ''Nice try but I’m ticked as hell. But I kinda understand why you did it. You were loyal to him at the time not me and even though you should have told me I guess its okay that you waited until now. At least you told me before he did. This way he cant use it to hurt us.'' Jason walked over to her and kneeled down in front of her. She took his face in her hands. ''I love you Jason. So much.'' ''I love you more than you will ever know. Now what did you say about going to bed?'' Brenda giggled as Jason’s lips met hers. Then they rose and Jason led her upstairs. @#@#@#@#@#@ ''I’m not telling you anything.'' ''Luke you know you’re not a good liar. Come on spit it out.'' ''Its not my place to tell you.'' ''Who’s place is it?'' ''Jason’s and Brenda’s.'' ''Why? What are they hiding?'' Ch. 14 Jason laid in bed holding his wife. They had just had the most intense night of lovemaking since they had been together. It was like they were both trying to prove something to the other. Jason was trying to tell her how much her loved her and how sorry he was that he had lied for the past 4 years. She was trying to tell him that she was no in love with Sonny anymore and that HE was the only man she loved now. He glanced at the clock and saw that it was almost 8. He hadn't slept much. He heard Bailey on the monitor and decided to get up. He made his way done the hall to the nursery and was surprised at what he saw. Stone was playing with Bailey through the bars of her crib. She was smiling and gurgling happily at her brother. Stone saw Jason. ''Daddy! You're up! Will you come play with us?'' ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^ Sonny hadn't slept all night. He knew that Luke wasn't telling him something. He thought back to last night. It certainly wasn't the homecoming he had planned. So much had changed and so much was still the same. Brenda and Jason were married, with kids. That was still too unreal to comprehend. He even thought it would have been easier if she had remarried Jax. But instead she had married his best friend. He hadn't wanted to be so cruel to her, but he couldn't help it. He was hurt and he didn't want her to know it. He hadn't wanted to say the things he did at all. Instead when he saw her he had wanted to grab her and kiss her. He wanted to take her upstairs to their old place and make wild passionate love to her all night long. But instead she went home and made love to her husband, his best friend. And he went home alone. He still couldn't get over the fact that she was a mother. He remembered when they were together, she was the least maternal person he had ever met. But now, he wanted to see her with her children, see what kind of a mother she was. but he knew if he did, he wouldn't be able to control his jealousy for Jason's life. The life he was supposed to have with Brenda. ''It wasn't supposed to end up like this Brenda.'' ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^ Jason was playing on the floor of the nursery with Stone and Bailey. He watched Stone. There was no denying that he was Sonny's child. He looked exactly like him and it killed Jason. He then thought about what Brenda had said earlier. What if Sonny did try to take Stone from them? He would take his best friend down before he would let Brenda lose her son. Their son. ''Jas?'' ''Hey baby! What are you doing up so early?'' ''You know I can't sleep without your arms around me.'' She kissed him. ''So what are you doing today?'' ''Well, Lois and I decided to take the kids to the zoo. We haven't had much time to talk lately between L&B and family, so we thought this would give us a chance to catch up.'' ''I think that's a good idea. So why don't we meet at Kelly's for dinner? I'm sure Ruby would love to see the kids and we still haven't told her about baby number three yet.'' ''Great! Well I guess I better get the kids ready. So I'll see you tonight.'' She kissed him again and started to round up the kids. ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^ Brenda strolled into Luke's an hour later. She hadn't even thought that Sonny would have the nerve to move back into their old place above the club. ''Uncle Luke!'' Stone ran towards the bar and climbed up on a stool. ''Hey partner! What are you doing today?'' ''Mommy and Aunt Lois are taking us to the zoo!'' ''Wow that sounds like fun. Hey there little princess. Bren there's something I think you should know.'' ''Luke we got any coffee?'' Brenda whipped around and stared at Sonny. Chapter 15 Sonny’s eyes focused on Brenda. ''Well if it isn’t Mrs. Morgan.'' ''Sonny. I think I can guess what you were gonna tell me Luke.'' ''Yeah I guess you can.'' ''Uncle Luke who’s he?'' Stone said pulling on Luke’s pantleg. Sonny looked down at the little boy. ''He’s no one sweetie. C’mon were gonna be late for the zoo.'' She turned around and picked up the baby carrier in one hand and took Stones hand with her other. ''Luke Ill talk to you later.'' ''Sure Brenda see you later.'' Brenda walked out of the club, ''Mama what’s wrong?'' ''Nothing baby. Mama was just a little surprised.'' Stone accepted the explanation as Brenda settled him and Bailey in their car seats and drove to the gatehouse. She had to take deep breaths the whole way there to keep herself from crying. Sonny had seen his son. He had to know that Stone was his. They looked exactly alike. God what was she going to do? <><><><><><><><><> ''Who was that little boy?'' Sonny looked at Luke who was trying to look like he was fascinated by the leisure section of the paper. ''What little boy?'' ''The one who called you Uncle Luke.'' ''Oh that little boy. That’s Brenda and Jason’s son.'' ''He doesn’t look anything like Jason or Brenda.'' ''So he looks like Alan and the sweet thing that was Jason’s mother.'' ''What?'' ''Its a long boring Quartermaine-esque story. What else do you want to know?'' ''Where’s Jason now?'' ''Probably working in his office.'' Sonny charged out of the club. ''You’re welcome.'' Luke picked up the phone and dialed Jason. ''Hey Jason its Luke. I just wanted to let you know that Sonny’s on his way over. Yeah Brenda and the kiddies were in today and Sonny got a real good look at Stone. Bingo. Hey call me and tell me how it goes.'' !#!#!#!#!#!#!#! ''Sure thing Luke.'' Jason hung up the phone and began to pace his office. When he stopped he picked up the picture of him, Bren, and the kids. It was taken a few months after Bailey was born. ''This is my family and I wont let you tear it apart. Friend or not.'' ()()()()()()()()()()()() ''So anyway I turn around and standing there is Sonny. I’m telling you Lois I nearly fainted.'' ''Oh man. Did he see Stone?'' ''Oh yeah. As soon as Stone opened up his mouth to ask Luke who Sonny was.'' ''You really are in trouble.'' ''What if he tries to take him away? I cant lose my son Lois.'' ''Honey no judge in their right mind would give Sonny custody.'' ''How can you be so sure?'' ''Because you and Jason are the best parents in the world and Sonny has a history of taking off and violence. Don’t get me wrong I love him like a brother but he would never get custody.'' ''I hope you’re right Lo. I really do.'' ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^ ''Show him in Pete.'' The bodyguard nodded and left the study. A few minutes later Sonny entered the room. ''Hi Sonny. Didn’t expect to see you again so soon. Do you want some coffee?'' ''Cut the niceties Morgan. I have a question. That little boy I saw this morning with Brenda. Who’s his father?'' Ch. 16 Jason stared at Sonny. His worst fear had come true. Sonny knew that he wasn't really Stone's father. He had to stall. ''What are you talking about? What little boy?'' ''That's cute Jason.'' Then he saw the picture on Jason's desk. He picked it up. ''This little boy.'' ''He's mine.'' ''Yeah right and I'm the tooth fairy. I believe that he's Brenda's son, he has her smile, but no way in hell I'm I gonna believe that he's your kid.'' ''Well, believe it, cause it's true.'' Sonny studied the picture. The little baby. It had Jason's eyes and the rest was Brenda. But the little boy...could it be? Sonny looked up at Jason. ''He's my son isn't he?'' ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^ ''Can I speak to Justus Ward please?'' Brenda waited patiently on the phone. Lois knew she was scared to death. ''Justus? Hi! It's Brenda. Listen Jason and I need to talk to you about a possible custody suit. Yeah. Could you meet us tomorrow morning at the Q's? thanks! Bye.'' ''Well? What'd he say, Bren?'' ''He said he'd meet us. Apparently Mike called him this morning and told him about Sonny being back in town.'' ''Smart move Mike. Bren? Listen I know you’re scared, but you’re not going to lose Stone. I promise.'' ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^ Jason stared at Sonny. He wasn't sure what to do or say next. ''Well? Am I right? Of course I am. I have a son. With Brenda. I'm a father.'' Still Jason said nothing. ''Look Morgan, if you and Brenda think you're going to keep me away from my son, you're wrong. I want you to call Brenda and tell her I want to meet my son. Now.'' ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^ ''Lo, I'm gonna go see Jason and tell him what happened. He needs to know that Sonny saw Stone and that there could be trouble.'' ''If you need anything, call me k?'' ''K.'' Brenda hugged her best friend and picked up the baby and grabbed Stone's hand. She loaded them into the car and headed for Jason's office. ''Mommy where are we going and why didn't we go to the zoo?'' ''We're going to see daddy, sweetheart. Mommy's really sorry about the zoo. We'll all go another day.'' ''Promise mommy?'' ''I promise.'' Ch 17 ''Jas? Baby are you here?'' Brenda called out. No answer. ''Stone go upstairs and play okay?'' ''Okay mommy.'' Stone ran upstairs. Brenda set Baileys carrier on the table and took off her coat. Then she put Bailey in the playpen and went further into the penthouse towards Jason’s study. She stopped at the sound of voices. ''Look I dot have to do anything. I sure as hell don’t have to order my wife to bring our son home because you want to see him.'' He’s not your son. He’s mine.'' Brenda decided now would be a good time to interrupt. ''That’s you’re wrong Sonny.'' ''Bren, when did you get home?'' ''A couple of minutes ago. I wanted to talk to you about what happened this morning but I’m guessing you already know.'' ''Yeah.'' ''Where is he Brenda?'' ''My son? He’s upstairs in his room playing but if you think for two seconds you are getting within five feet of him you are sadly mistaken.'' ''He’s my son too.'' ''No he’s not. You are not his father. Stones father is the man who held my hair back when I had morning sickness. He’s the one who got me food in the middle of the night. He’s the one whose hand I nearly broke during labor. Stones father sleeps next to me at night and Stones father is the one he’s called Daddy since he could talk. You’re Stones father? I don’t think so. You are nothing to him and you are nothing to me. Now get the hell out of my house.'' Sonny just stood there. He couldn’t believe Brenda could be so cold. They shared a son and she was acting like it was nothing. ''Brenda, I-'' ''I think she made herself clear Sonny.'' Luke’s voice came from the doorway. ''You better go.'' Sonny put the picture back down on the desk and slowly walked out of the room. As he walked through the living room he passed by the playpen. He took a look a Brenda’s daughter. It wasn’t supposed to be like this. Not for them. They were supposed to be together for the rest of their lives. As he got in the elevator, he blinked back tears. He had lost her. For good this time. He had lost her to his best friend. What in Gods name was he supposed to do now? Ch. 18 Luke and Jason stared at Brenda. She had followed Sonny with her eyes as he left. She looked at Jason and Luke and started to cry. Jason went to comfort his wife, but she shook her head and left the room. Jason turned to Luke. ''You don't think that she still loves him do you?'' ''Jr., she'll always love him. But she's married to you. And she made that quite clear just now. Listen she needs some time to deal with all this. She's buried a lot of feelings for that man for 4 years. it's gonna take some time.'' ''I know that. I'm just scared she'll regret marrying me.'' ''Jr., I know Brenda, And I know how she feels. She loves you. Trust in that.'' ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^ Brenda went over to the playpen and picked up Bailey. She held her daughter close. Then she started to cry. She couldn't help it. She loved him. She hated him. She was angry, confused, scared and tired. Stone came downstairs and saw his mother crying. ''Mommy? What's a matter?'' ''C'mere Stone.'' She hugged her son close. She walked over to the couch and sat down holding both her children. ''Mommy why are you crying? I don't like it when you cry.'' ''Mommy's fine sweetheart. Why don't we take a nap?'' ''I'm not tired.'' ''Please. I'll sing you a song.'' ''OK.'' Brenda laid down and Stone and Bailey laid down with her. She sang a lullaby and all three of them fell asleep. ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^ Sonny went to the docks. Their place. He was crying now. He couldn't stop the tears. He kept hearing her words. She was so angry at him for leaving her. She would never forgive him. More importantly, she would never let him be a part of his son's life. His son. It was still hard to believe. He was a father. He remembered this morning at Luke's. He saw Stone in his mind. He had been so close to him and hadn't known. He had a beautiful son. A son that didn't know who his real father was. Would he ever know? Mike came down the stairs of the docks and saw his son. He could tell from the look on his face that Sonny knew about Stone. ''Did she tell you or did you figure it out?'' Sonny looked up at his father. ''It's funny how ironic life can be isn't Michael? I mean you never really forgave me for doing what I thought was best when I left my wife and son, and here you sit, realizing you did the exact same thing. So how does it feel?'' Ch 19 ''Its not the same thing Mike. I didn’t know about Stone. You knew about me.'' ''Yeah I knew about you but you knew about Brenda. Do you have any clue as to how much you hurt her?'' ''Yeah I think I do. She chewed me out today. Big time.'' ''You deserved it.'' ''Thanks.'' ''Well what do you expect me to say?'' ''Maybe IM sorry you were lectured by the woman you love and the woman who made it crystal clear that I will never have a place in my sons life?'' ''Give her some time to cool off then try talking to her again. Oh and Michael?'' ''Yeah?'' ''Get some sleep. You look like hell.'' Mike chuckled as he walked away and Sonny shook his head. Maybe Mike was right. Just give her some time. Time. He had plenty of it now. ~!~!~!~!~!~!~!~ Jason smiled at the sleeping forms of Brenda, Stone, and Bailey. Luke had left and he was watching them sleep. He gently picked up Bailey and put her in her playpen and then he took Stone upstairs. When he came back down he put a blanket on Brenda and gently laid her down. Then he laid down next to her and put his arms around her. She snuggled close to him and he kissed the top of her head. ''I love you Brenda.'' He whispered. Then he closed his eyes for sleep. Ch. 20 Brenda woke up the next morning to the sound of Jason cooking breakfast. Bailey was wide awake and playing in her playpen and Stone was playing with his trucks on the floor. Brenda realized then that she had slept on the couch. She got up and kissed the kids, then went into the kitchen. Jason looked up and smiled at his wife. ''Good morning, beautiful!'' ''Well aren't we in a good mood this morning.'' Jason went over and kissed her. ''And why not? I have two incredible children, another one on the way and an amazing wife. I'm a very lucky guy!'' ''Well, I won't argue with that!'' ''C'mon, breakfast is ready.'' The Morgans sat down and had a big family breakfast. Both Jason and Brenda were trying to forget the night before. Neither were succeeding. ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^ Sonny had finally gotten some sleep, although it was not peaceful. He dreamt of Brenda and Stone and of the life they should of had. He walked down the stairs to the club. He decided that maybe Mike was right. maybe if he just gave her some time. Or maybe if he could talk to her alone. ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^ ''Bren, don't worry about it. I'll go to the meeting with Justus. you stay here with the kids. I don't think Sonny is going to try anything. Just enjoy some time alone with the kids. Remember in 6 months or so there's going to be three of them and you'll be begging for some peace and quiet.'' ''OK, OK, you win. Tell Justus I said Hello! I Love you Jason Morgan, don't forget that!'' She kissed him and walked him to the front door. ''I never do. Bye!'' ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^ Before Sonny entered the club he saw Justus and Luke talking at the bar. ''Well, Luke I gotta go. I'm meeting Jason at the Q's in 15 minutes, so I better get going.'' ''Is Brenda doing any better this morning?'' ''Well, Jason didn't really say, but from what I gather not really. She's not coming to the meeting.'' Sonny knew this was his chance. Brenda would be at the penthouse alone. She had to let him explain. Let him talk to her. He left out the back way and headed over to the penthouse. ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^ A half hour after Jason left, Brenda had gotten dressed and gotten the kids dressed. Bailey was walking around, although not very steadily around the living room. Stone was back to playing with his trucks and other toys that he had strewn around the room. Brenda was feeling very sick this morning and wasn't sure if it was fear or morning sickness. She didn't have time to answer her own question, due to the door bell. Stone ran and opened the door. Sonny looked down at his son. He couldn't believe he was standing in front of him. ''Stone what did mommy tell you about opening up the door.. What the hell are you doing here?'' |