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Post by ♥Sam'sGirl/Spike'sHo on Apr 26, 2007 15:47:33 GMT -5
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Post by ♥Sam'sGirl/Spike'sHo on Apr 26, 2007 15:57:47 GMT -5
CHAPTER TWENTY-ONE: THE JUDGESam and Amy sat waiting in for Judge Carter, they had arrived early but she still hadn't shown. Fifteen minutes later she breezed through the door. Sam's heart skipped a beat. "This is the judge?" he thought. "I'd have guessed MILF before judge." She was dressed in jeans and a short white top that almost exposed her mid-riff. Her long blond hair was loose and curly and her blue eyes danced with life. Sam cleared his throat and shook his head trying to pull his thoughts back to the matter at hand. "Judge Carter? I'm Chief Sam Bennett." he said as he rose from his chair and extended his hand. "Please, call me Julia---it's nice to finally meet you" she replied. As her hand slid into his Sam felt as though he'd been struck by lightning. She must have felt it too because she quickly withdrew her hand from his. "This is Officer Amy Miller." Sam said. Amy and the Judge made an acknowledgment by nodding their heads to each other. "I'm sorry I'm late--got held up in traffic. Then I had to change a flat tire! Good thing I'd decided to have a casual day! Nothin I hate worse than changing a tire in a skirt!!" Julia offered as an excuse for her tardiness. "I understand you have a few cases you'd like to discuss. That is highly irregular and out of the ordinary but, shall we get to it?" "The first case is Jared Casey" Sam began. "His biggest crime was falling in love with the wrong woman and being willing to do whatever it took to win her heart. JT Cornell and Rebecca Hodgekiss convinced him their plan would do just that." "Yes, I've reviewed his file. Although a bit immoral, his actions were not illegal. I really don't see anything he could be charged for regarding that incident. But, what about his wife, this Arabelle Crane? What do we know about that?" Julia asked. "That is where I come in" answered Amy. "I can explain everything." "That would be in the file marked "Pretty Crane", Sam interjected. Julia took out her reading glasses and as she opened the file remarked "Can't read a thing without them." She winked at Sam and his stomach fell to his knees. "Maybe you would like to give me the cliff-notes version" she looked to Amy. Amy nodded and once again began to tell the tale of the woman named Arabelle. ___________________________________ As their meeting wrapped up Julia had been convinced, at least about Jared Casey and Fox Crane. "You were right, these cases have no real illegal implications. I am going to order a full psychiatric evaluation of both men. I think I should probably order one for Mrs. Booth as well, may as well get that ball rolling. The psychiatrist can best determine what help they need. I will take her assessment under advisement before I make my final determination. Valerie and Vincent, well, I'm going to have to further review their files. Officer Miller, I strongly urge you to come clean with your family and Jared Casey but I do thank you for your honesty here today. Is that all you have for me Sam??" she said with a slight hint of come-on. "Oh, not on your life lady!!" Sam thought, he said instead "Yes, at least for now. Thank you for seeing us. It's been a true pleasure." "The pleasure was mine Sam. I'll see you anytime" she purred. "There it was again" Sam thought "maybe I wasn't imagining it." "Are we ready to go Chief" Amy interrupted his thoughts. "Yes, let's get back to the station." Sam again thanked Julia as they stepped out of her chambers. As they got in the car Amy sang "Someone has a crush!!" Sam grinned, trying to act offended he replied "Shut up Amy!! Do not!!" Amy laughed. They both knew it~~~~~~ Police Chief Sam Bennett had it bad for Judge Julia Carter!!! CHAPTER TWENTY-TWO: FLIGHT OF FANCYFancy's sweet tooth was out to get her. She was craving cheesecake!! She had to have it!! She decided to take a quick trip to Meagan's. As she headed out the door she ran into Che'. "Che', what are you doing?" "Not much, just heading out." Che' replied. "I'm heading to Meagan's, wanna come with?" asked Fancy. "Are you sure you want to be seen with your maid Miss Crane??" Che' teased. "You are MUCH more than my maid. Without you, I don't know if I would or could have gotten through these last few weeks. I consider you my friend Che', am I not yours?" Fancy sounded hurt. "And stop with all this 'Miss Fancy' crap. You sound like 'Gone With the Wind'." Che' was a little taken back, "I'm sorry Miss--um-I mean Fancy. I just never assume anything. You know what they say about people who assume. Yeah, let's go get that cheesecake!!" Che' laughed and they raced for Fancy's car. _________________________________________ SOMEWHERE ON THE CRANE JET"Thank you Ethan, for everything" Kay said. "Yeah, that goes for me too!" Jessica added. "It really was nothing. I would do anything for my sisters." Ethan shrugged off their thanks. "Besides, I'm the one who needs to be thanking the two of you. Helping choose the right ring for Theresa was greatly appreciated. Do you really think she will like it?" "Well, if she doesn't, I know a couple of young women who would love to have it. Ain't that right Jess?" Kay elbowed her. "Yeah Ethan, if Theresa doesn't simply love it, I will gladly take it off your hands" Jess giggled. "Duly noted. Now, I need to look at this file again. Please, keep your excitement over being "freed" down to a dull roar, ok??" Ethan could get used to this big brother thing. The girls threw seat cushions at him. He just grinned and buried his head in the file. _________________________________ As Ethan, Kay and Jessica make their way to Ethan's car, he notices someone leaning on a Jeep Liberty parked beside him. As they neared, Ethan stepped in front of his sisters. "Oh, It's you" he said, "why didn't you say so? I thought some goon was going to try to attack my girls." Yep, he was diggin the big brother thing. "Sorry," came the reply---"Miss Jessica Bennett, would you care to join me for dinner at the pizza place?" Jessica's eyes lit up, she smiled and eagerly said "YES!!" "Maybe, just maybe" she thought "this is my second chance." It seemed that Reese Durkee seriously wanted her back. ____________________________________ Fancy and Che' returned from Meagan's. They headed to the library to finish their chat. "I didn't know you dabbled in fashion design" Fancy said, "whey didn't you ever tell me?" Che' shrugged. "Its' just a hobby. Besides, you were going through way too much for me to bug you about my designs." "It would have been a welcome distraction. I would love to see some of your sketches, that is if you'd like to show them to me." Fancy encouraged Che'. "Maybe I will sometime. Thank you Fancy." "Tell you what. The work is finally done on my room. My belongings have all been moved there. I need to get rid of some of my old clothes. Wanna help? Want some clothes? Want to bring your sketches so I can look at them? " "Fancy, that would be awesome!!! When do you want to do it?" Che' almost jumped with excitement. "Right now!!! No time like the present!!!" With that Fancy headed upstairs while Che' went to get her designs. "Maybe I won't be a maid forever" she thought "Maybe Fancy will like my designs and help be get a break!" CHAPTER TWENTY-THREE: WHO IS THAT HE/SHE???AT THE HARMONY POLICE STATIONSam and Luis sat discussing their impending questioning of JT Cornell. Luis couldn't wait any longer--he had to ask. "Sam--any news about when Marty will be told the truth? When will I get my son?" "Not yet Luis, Ethan has an appointment with Jul--Judge Carter today at 2. I thought I uh, well, that I might go sit in on it." Luis looked dejected. "I'm sorry man, maybe I'll have some good news for you then." Sam clapped his hand on Luis's shoulder "Hang in there buddy. In the mean time--we have other things to do." They enter Interrogation Room One where JT sits waiting. "Thank you Tyler. That will be all." They wait until the officer leaves the room. "Well, well if it isn't Chief B and his sidekick Luis!!" JT said. "I'm thinking of filing a law suit. This has got to be police brutality. I've been here for days, no make-up, no clothes, they even took my favorite wig!!" "Shut up JT" said Luis "you are in deep trouble here. Now, you are going to answer our questions or I will show you the true meaning of police brutality, savvy? " Sam added "No use trying to deny it JT, we have recovered piles of evidence from that flea bag hotel you've been holed up in." "Oh, alright!!" JT agrees "where would you like to begin??" Sam reached for the garment bag draped over the chair. He pick it up, unzips it and as he removes the items in it he says. "How about with these???" Suspended from his fingers are several hangers, each containing outfits of half man/half woman design. "My Clothes!!!" exclaims JT. "Where did you get those??" Sam rolls his eyes "Did I not just tell you that we searched your room at the Sea-Cliff Inn??? Our search warrant turned up everything you had. Just answer me this JT, WHY!!!" Sam and Luis sat down and leaned back as JT began to talk. Other than JT's voice, the only thing audible was the whirr of the tape recorder capturing his every word. "It all started the night I got shot by Santa. I knew that way too many people wanted me dead because of my blackmailing them. I knew I had to change my approach. I decided to fake my death, that way, when the blackmail started up again, no one would suspect me." "Just how many people were you blackmailing?" Sam interjected. "Almost everyone in Harmony has a secret my friend. And they are willing to pay dearly to keep it that way. Problem was, I was greedy. I tried to scam too many of them at once. Anyway-- I decided I would "turn in" my USB stick to the tabloid. Cleaver idea that. Of course, it never really left my possession. I placed it in the envelope, pushed on it, around it, wanted to be sure there was an impression of what the envelope had contained. Then I removed it and slid the envelope under the door of The Daily Private Lives office. I was hoping that would convince everyone that someone new held their secrets. I decided to go for the big money. Theresa Crane became my primary objective. I knew I couldn't be recognized, that I needed to come up with a new disguise. I had found that I LIKED dressing as a woman. So, I incorporated that into my new look. HA, you should have seen the look on that poor seamstresses face when I asked her for those!! She looked at me like I was from Jupiter!! I told her they were the "costumes" for waiters at some charity masquerade ball. She seemed to buy the story and never questioned it. As I was on my way to pick up my new wardrobe, I ran into Becks. She of course wanted to be let in on my money making scheme and well, what can I say?? I never could say no to her. Then, we recruited Valerie and Vincent to be our eyes and ears. Valerie knew the guy who had set up Alistair Crane's, shall we say, security system? So we used him to set up our "surveillance" of Theresa. His name was Jim something, I think Paloma busted him a while back. He was the guy who had all the pictures of women on his phone. Anyway, Valerie was so eager. Thought it would put her in the position to take over Crane. The greedy ones ain't always the smart ones, know what I'm sayin? And Vincent, well, let's just say he and Chad had a secret that Chad didn't want exposed." JT paused to take a drink of water, then he continued. His confession would last 4 1/2 hours, but he told EVERYTHING and he had been returned to his cell. Sam stood up to leave. "I have to get movin, don't want to be late for that meeting." Luis chuckled, maybe Amy was right he thought. Seems Chief Bennett was deeply in like. Luis followed Sam to his desk. "Hey Luis, is Paloma around? If so have her type up JT's statement. She's the fastest most accurate typist we have and I want it done ASAP!" Sam said as he headed to the door. Luis shook his head and chuckled once again. "That poor Judge doesn't know what she is in for" he said to the empty room as he went to find Paloma.
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Post by ♥Sam'sGirl/Spike'sHo on Apr 26, 2007 16:02:03 GMT -5
CHAPTER TWENTY-FOUR: THE BENNETT'S!!FIRST UP~~~~THE JUDGE'S CHAMBERSSam and Ethan were shown into Judge Carter's chambers. Ethan was talking, "Most of the legal papers are a non-issue. They were all forgeries. The only snag I see, is the one legally changing Marty's name to James Booth. Sheridan did sign it so the judge may hesitate to nullify it. Then again, Sheridan was led to believe she was signing adoption papers it too should be invalid. If I had to guess, I'd say the latter." Ethan stopped as Judge Carter entered the room. Both men stood. "Hello again Sam!!" she smiled invitingly. "Julia--I'd like to introduce my son, Ethan Winthrop, also the attorney your meeting is with." "Mr. Winthrop, please sit down." "I've gone over the file and I have to agree with your request. I am going to nullify all the paperwork. James Booth is hereby Martin Lopez-Fitzgerald." Julia said as she signed her name with a flourish. "What are you thinking as far as Mr. Booth is concerned" she wondered. Ethan replied, "Mr. Lopez-Fitzgerald has declined to press charges at this time. He feels until Marty has been informed and acclimates to the change, removing him from Mr. Booth's care would only further damage his son. He has however, requested that Marty be informed with the help of a psychiatrist. We really have nothing else to pursue regarding Mr. Booth. All documents regarding any illegal activity were destroyed by Mr. Alistair Crane." "Fine then, it is so ordered. I have quite a caseload coming up as it is. One less is fine by me. Thank you for coming in on this matter Mr. Winthrop, is there anything else I can do for you?'' She was asking Ethan but her eyes were on Sam. "Ummm, no, that you Judge Carter." Ethan rose to shake her hand. "In that case, would you mind if I spoke to Sam, alone??" Ethan took that as his cue to leave and said "Not at all. Dad, I'll see you later." After Ethan left, Sam turned to Julia and asked "What can I do for you?'' ''Plenty" he thought he heard her say. "Well Sam, I hope you don't think this inappropriate or too forward but-----how about taking the new judge in town out for dinner??" she suggested. "I would love to! How about Friday night?" Sam jumped at the chance. As he left her office Sam was grinning from ear to ear. He couldn't believe it... Good Ole Sam had a date!!! __________________________________________ NEXT-JESSICA'S BEDROOMKay enters Jessica's room at the Crane Mansion. "Jess, how are you doing?" she asks. "I'm fantastic Kay!! My life is becoming mine again. I haven't had a drink or any drugs for days now and I'm feeling better than ever! I have wanted to change for a long time only Spike wouldn't let me. He'd convinced me I was worthless. Good for nothing but being a wh^re. That no one would ever love me but him. I feel like an idiot for never taking the chance to leave him. Every time I was faced with that choice, he'd remind me of those dead johns and what I had become. I'm so glad he is finally paying for everything he's done." "I agree Jess" Kay said, "but I want you to remember this, always. I love you. Dad loves you. And Noah, Ethan, Simone, Theresa, Miguel-----Reese. And I'm sure there are plenty others to add to that list. By the way, how did your date go with Reese anyway?" "It was wonderful!! We talked for hours. I forgave him. We have agreed to try again. He wants to help me, he wants me to go to school. I'm thinking of becoming a hair stylist. I love doing my hair and make-up. I would love to do that for other people!! I'm just not sure how I'm going to pay the tuition." "Have you talked to Dad? I'm sure he would help if you would let him. He loves you so much. Do you want me to go with you to ask him? We could do it tonight." Kay offered. "Ummm-Yes!! Yes let's go do it now. I want to make dinner for him. Will you call Noah? Maybe he can join us! I want it to be the whole family. Do you think Ethan would come too?" Kay said "I'm calling Noah now. You won't know unless you ask, call Ethan!! I think he had a meeting but if you don't get him--leave a message." They both hung up at the same time. Jessica spoke first "He said yes!! He would love to come to a family dinner!!" "You will be happy to know then, that Noah has agreed as well! He said he would bring dessert and he will meet us there. Hurry up! Let's get going" Kay said as she pushed Jessica out the door. "This is gonna be fun. A Bennett Family Dinner!!! _________________________________________ Noah was running late as usual. He promised Kay he'd bring dessert and if he didn't' hurry, the bakery would be closed before he got there. Sure enough, as he reached for the door, someone was locking it from the other side. Noah tapped on the glass and the woman looked up. He had his hands clasped together and was mouthing "PLEASE". Meagan almost fell over when she saw the man at the door. "D@MN" she thought "there ought to be a law!" Seeing how he was sooooo cute, she decided to let him in, after all, she had locked the doors a few minutes early so she wasn't technically closed. As she opened the door he flashed a smile that would melt an iceberg. "Thank you, thank you, thank you." he said as he came in. "On a mission to appease your wife? You gonna be in trouble if you don't bring home whatever sweet you're after??" Meagan teased. "Nope,not wife, SISTERS! They love that Triple Chocolate Cake you have here. If I don't bring it to dinner, well--let's just say it won't be pretty. They are the biggest chocoholics I've ever met!" Noah laughed. "Well then, let me introduce another, Meagan Connelly-owner Meagan's Sweets!! I opened my own bakery in an attempt to squelch my own sweet tooth." Noah shook her hand. "Noah Bennett. So can you help me out here?" he flashed that killer smile again. As she turned from him she said "I believe you're in luck-just let me check". As she disappeared into the back Noah repeated her name "Meagan Connelly---why does that name sound familiar?" he asked himself. She returned carrying a box. "Last one!!" she said as she placed it on the counter. "Do I know you??" questioned Noah. "Maybe, we lived here until I was in the sixth grade. Then we moved to Canada." "Mrs. Duncan's Class!!!" Noah said, "You used to sit behind me!" "Oh my God, you're right!! Small world huh?" "So Meagan, what brought you back to Harmony?" "Just coincidence. After working as a pastry chef, I decided to open my own bakery. As I was looking for a place to call home I ran across this building. When I came back to check it out, I fell in love with Harmony and well--here I am. How about you?" "My family is here. I was going to law school but ran into some trouble and dropped out. Now I'm a bartender at the Blue Note. Maybe you could come by sometime?" He picked up the cake, "What do I owe you?" Meagan waved him off "It's on the house". Noah started to protest but she cut him off "How about you buy me a drink sometime??" she said as she followed him to the door. "You're on!!" Noah gave her one more killer smile and he was out the door. Meagan's heart soared, she just might be in love!!! CHAPTER TWENTY-FIVE: THE BENNETT DINNER~AT THE STATION~Sam once again sat at his desk. This time, he was reviewing JT's statement. "So that is what Vincent was dancing around--never would have guessed that." Sam thought. He needed to get Chad to the station. And JT had revealed a couple more of Spike's crimes. Shooting Pilar and Chris. Sam picked up the phone to call Chad and decided to get the ADA as well. As he finished making the arrangements he wondered, "How do I possibly broach this subject with Chad?" Other officers began showing up for their shift--Luis, Fancy, Paloma, Joe. He needed to talk to the "cadets" about their official graduation. They would be given their certification and badges at a ceremony on Thursday. He was sure they would be thrilled. He motioned for them to join him and filled them in. On the recommendation of Judge Carter, Fox and Jared were being released. They had been ordered into counseling and Jared had agreed to testify against Rebecca and JT if needed. Fox's statement would be used against his own father. He had also been given 6 months probation for his part in the conspiracy to frame Miguel. Spike and Sheridan had waived their trials. Opting instead to have the case ruled on by Judge Carter. Valerie and Vincent still hadn't decided if they would do the same. As it stood, Julian and Rebecca were headed for trials. Unless someone could convince them otherwise. Sam checked his watch--time to get out of here. He was headed home. A smile slowly crossed his face. His family was waiting!! _____________________________________ Things had slowed down considerably at the station. Paloma had been assigned to walk the Wharf patrol. That was fine by her, she was tired of staring at her computer!! She needed some fresh air. She's been torn lately. She really liked Noah but she was committed to her new career. Did she really have time for a relationship?? Did she only feel Noah was a challenge because he kept saying she was too young?? "Dos Mio!!" she said to herself. "What am I going to do?" She knew she had to make a decision. It wasn't fair to her and it sure wasn't fair to Noah." She really had some thinking to do. ________________________________________ Sam walked in to the smell of freshly baked lasagna. One of his favorites!! It smelled wonderful. All of his children were waiting for him. "Jess, everything looks delicious." Sam said, "you did a wonderful job!!" She had prepared a fresh Garden Salad and there was a basket of Garlic Parmesan Bread. She was just putting the lasagna on the table. "Is everyone ready to eat?" she asked. Various replies surrounded the room as they moved to the table and took their seats. Sam said a prayer of thanks for the family to be watched over and for some peace to bless the citizens of Harmony." Then they all attacked the meal like vultures! After dinner they moved into the living room where the Triple Chocolate Cake was being served. Noah smiled, thinking of his encounter at the bakery. "Ok, what is going on here?" asked Ethan. "That is the second time I've seen that look today!!" He looked from Noah to Sam and back again. "Something is going on with you two!!" Noah responded first, "I'm not sure yet." And Sam said "Why are you lookin at me??" "Dad, I was there with you---remember?" Ethan said. "Something is up with you and that new judge." Ethan pushed for an answer. "No, not really. Well, maybe. I'm taking her to the Blue Note on Friday." he finally admitted. "I don't know, maybe it's too soon. After what Ivy did---and Grace just died----I don't want to do anything to drive her away" he said looking toward Jessica. Jess sat down on Sam's lap, just like when she was a little girl and hugged him. It brought tears to Sam's eyes. "Daddy, I understand. I know you loved Mom but you hadn't been together in like forever. And Ivy--well that's a whole different story." she whispered. "If you want to see this judge person then do it. I'm not mad anymore, I really have changed. I'm changing for the better thanks to Reese!!" she then kissed his cheek and stood up. "I have something I need to talk to you about though." she said. "I want to go to school. I want to become a hair stylist. I don't know how I'm going to pay for it. Theresa says I can stay at the mansion as long as I like and I'm going to try to get on at the Book CafƩ. That way I can at least cover my own expenses. I can't pay the tuition though and wondered if maybe you would help me? " "Jess," Sam said, "of course I will help you as much as I can. And you don't have to stay at the mansion. This is your home. I want you here. I love you sweetheart." he said hugging her. "And if need be, I'm sure Theresa and I can help too." Ethan offered. "Thank you both!" Jessica beamed. "Daddy--I'm just not sure if I'm ready to go into my old room again. After Spike--well--bad memories." That gave Kay an idea, she was going to do something for her sister. Remove all traces of Jessica's life with Spike!!! A total re-haul of Jessica's room was in order!!!! ______________________________________ Judge Carter sat in on Dr. Grayson's initial meeting with Marty. It was apparent that he had been "reprogrammed" to an extent. The doctor felt under hypnosis she could bring back the memories he had lost. After a couple of weeks of sessions, he would be reunited with Luis. Doctor Kimmy explained alot to him already and he seemed to be taking it all in stride. After the session Julia called Sam. She in truth, just wanted to hear his voice but used Marty as her excuse. She filled Sam in on the session and asked that he pass the information on to Luis. Sam assured her that he would and confirmed that yes, he was definitely looking forward to Friday night!!! Next---what are the rules of engagement? ??
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Post by ♥Sam'sGirl/Spike'sHo on Apr 26, 2007 16:16:59 GMT -5
CHAPTER TWENTY-SIX: THE RULES OF ENGAGEMENT!Luis had an appointment at Dream Vacations, Harmony's travel agency. He was to meet with an agent named Allie. This trip to New York had to be perfect. Fancy deserved nothing less. Sam had called and updated him on Marty. He felt the tension leave his body as soon as he'd heard. He would be reunited with his son in a week or two so he decided now would be the only chance for him to take Fancy away. He, well, hopefully they, would be spending alot of time with Marty after that. If he was going to do this, he had to do it now. "Mr. Lopez-Fitzgerald please have a seat" Allie said. "What can I do for you?" "I need help planning the perfect proposal." he replied. Allie smiled--she loved this part of her job!! "Well then, tell me what you have in mind." ___________________________________ LATER THAT SAME NIGHTEthan made sure the nanny had everything under control before he went to shang-hai Theresa. "Where are we going??" Theresa asked. "Just come on!!" was the only answer she got. He was taking her to "their" spot on the beach. The night was clear, the stars were bright. It was the perfect setting. As they arrived at the beach Theresa thought Ethan had lost his mind. "Honey, you know, I hate to be the one to tell you this but it's way too cold t---" Theresa stopped, there on the beach was a small white tent, candlelight shining through making it glow softly. Inside was a table set with dessert and champagne. Dozens of Red, Pink and White roses were everywhere. "Do you remember this spot?" asked Ethan. "Ethan- how could I ever forget?'' Theresa whispered back. "I--this is beautiful." Ethan led her to the table and they sat down. The dessert was Alpine Delight one of Meagan's specialties. It was angel food cake with a chocolate whipped cream concoction--almond slivers and maraschino cherries. It was sinfully rich, but oh so tasty!! Ethan and Theresa reminisced about their first "encounter" as they indulged in the dessert. Ethan poured them each another glass of champagne and they drank a toast to their having come full circle. Ethan stood in front of Theresa and got down on one knee. Theresa gasped. "Theresa, there is only one thing left to do" he said as he reached in his pocket for the black velvet box. He opened it, held it in front of her and said "And that is for you to be my wife. I have wanted this for so many years. I know I've asked you once already but I wanted to do this right. Marry me Theresa?? Marry me and make us the family we deserve to be? " Inside the box sat a 4 carat yellow diamond with smaller diamonds cascading down the sides. It was set in platinum. Tears streamed from Theresa's eyes. All she could do was nod an emphatic yes!! Ethan slid the ring on her finder. He was overjoyed, finally he was complete. ________________________________________ Luis and Fancy boarded the Crane jet bound for New York. Theresa had insisted on footing the bill. Luis had reluctantly agreed spending his money instead on the perfect ring for Fancy. His Princess. Fancy had tried repeatedly to get him to tell her where they were going. She had been unsuccessful. All she'd managed to get was that she was to bring one of her "gorgeous gowns". Theresa had called Allie at Dream Vacations and told her to go all out, the sky was the limit. Luis learned they would be staying at the Crowne Plaza Hotel and they would be staying until Monday morning. After arriving at the airport, they were met by a white stretch limo that quickly whisked them to the hotel. The limo was at their disposal for the duration of their stay. Luis informed Fancy that they had dinner reservations for 8:15. It was 6 already so she had to get a move on. She knew that tonight was going to be something special and she wanted to look her best. Luis waited until 7:30 before putting on his tux. "Not too shabby" he said to his reflection "You clean up pretty good!!" He waited patiently for Fancy to emerge from the bathroom. At 7:50 the door finally opened and Fancy stepped out. Luis almost choked on the water he was . "Fancy you look amazing." She was wearing a barely pink gown. It had a scooped neckline and the thin straps criss crossed her back and ended at her waist. Other than that, the back was bare. The hemline started just below her knees in the front and ended at mid-calf in the back. Her hair was piled loosely on top of her head. Curls fell in every direction. Soft tendrils framed her face. Her jewelry was her favorite pair of diamond hoop earrings, a single teardrop diamond necklace and a thin silver chain encircled her ankle. She was wearing silver stilettos. She grabbed her white "faux" fur and said "I'm ready". The stepped out of the hotel to the waiting limo and were on their way. They arrived at Le Bernardin just minutes before their reservation and were promptly shown to their table. Champagne was already chilling in an ice bucket. Luis filled their glasses and soon the prearranged dinner had arrived. They lingered over dessert, not wanting the moment to end. But finally, Luis had to convince Fancy to leave, otherwise they would miss out on what he thought was the most important part of the evening. Although he had been over-exorbitantly paid to wait for them , Luis didn't want to take any chances that this guy might change his mind. They arrived at Central Park. There waiting was a Cinderella-like white "pumpkin" carriage, drawn by a gorgeous white horse. The driver, dressed in a snow white tux complete with a top hat and tails, stood by the carriage. He was holding a giant bouquet of red, white, pink and yellow roses. They were held together by miles of curling, cascading pink ribbons. He handed the bouquet to Fancy and helped them in the carriage. He then handed them a plush blanket and he climbed up to his post. With a flick of the reins, they were on their way. Luis and Fancy snuggled under the blanket, stealing soft kisses from each other. When they got to Bethesda Terrace, the driver stopped. Luis knew this was his cue--he climbed out and helped Fancy down behind him. The terrace was decorated with roses. There were candelabras everywhere. Luis thought, "Thanks sis, this is going to be perfect." Luis led Fancy to the bench that had been placed in front of the fountain. He seated her on the shimmering pink satin that draped the bench. Then he knelt in front of her. "Fancy---"he started, "you have given me more than I could have ever dreamed." Fancy held her breath. "Now that I am getting Marty back, there is only one thing I need. And that is you Fance. I need you. Please say you will take on a ready made family. Say you want me--and my son---as much as I want you." He took the ring from his pocket and held the box up to her "I love you more than anything Fancy. I can't spend the rest of my life without you. Please say you'll marry us. Please say you'll marry me." Fancy's trembling hands reached for his. She placed one hand on his and the other on the box. She was saying "Oh, YES Luis!! YES!!" as she opened the lid of the box and revealed the ring. It was perfect. Inside lay a 2 carat "Fancy" pink diamond set in platinum. It was beautiful. Luis took the ring from the box and slid it on her finger, gently kissing it as it settled in its place. "Shall we finish our carriage ride and get back to the hotel??'' he asked. All Fancy could do was choke out the word "yes". She was crying too hard to manage more. CHAPTER TWENTY-SEVEN: THE BOYS IN THE BASEMENTTabitha had spent the last few days transfixed by her magic bowl. It seemed all of the evil in Harmony had been squashed, nothing was running afoul. The boys in the basement were furious. They were calling for her powers, they may actually had already stripped them from her. She hadn't really used her magic for days--maybe she should test them out. But on who?? She decided to summon Alistair Crane, everyone knew that old geezer never really died. "Sands of time, force of rain, Send me Mr. Alistair Crane."Lightning flew from her fingertips. On her table appeared a pile of ash and what looked like bone. "What is this??" Tabby asked. A blend of voices from the basement replied: "You asked for Crane, he's dead and gone., All that's left is ash and bone.""Are you telling me the old b@stard is really dead??" she asked. No response. "Well, I'll just try another": "Alistair's daughter who kidnapped Marty, Bring Beth Wallace to this party!!"Again, a pile of ash and bone appeared on the table. "Are you kidding me??" Tabby was puzzled. "You asked for Beth, you called her name, Her fate Dear Tabby was the same."Tabitha heard voices approaching the house so she quickly zapped the remains into labeled bags and into a box addressed to Chief Bennett. Kay and Miguel came in the back door. "Hey Tabitha", Kay greeted, "we're just here to pack up mine and Maria's things. We're moving back home with Dad and Jess. Well, and Noah too." "That's wonderful dear, finally worked things out eh?" Tabby replied. "What is this?" Miguel asked after spotting the box. "Oh dear, it seems I opened it before I noticed it was actually for Sam. Looks like some kind of ashes or something" Tabby waved off as if oblivious to what it really was. Kay looked in the box and pulled out a note "Please find enclosed the remains of Alistair Crane and Beth Wallace. Signed a grateful citizen. "That's just weird" Kay said, "Want us to take it to Dad?" "Sure dear, since you'll be going that way and all." Just then the pipes in the basement began to rumble. "Oh my--better go bang on that furnace again!!" Tabby said as she hurried on her way. As she got to the door of the basement, she checked to make sure no one was looking. When she opened the door thick smoke poured out. She quickly shut the door behind her. As she came down the stairs she said "Alright, alright!! Are you TRYING to give me away?? Stop making so much noise. What do you want?" The rumbling quieted. "Tabitha Lennox, you're mortal side is taking over!! You are turning away from us!! You're being "good", you are actually trying to HELP people! And your powers for good are becoming too strong!!" "What?? Me?? MORTAL? That's absurd!! I've lived over 300 years and I've never been accused of being a MORTAL!!" "Fine, don't believe us. But it's the truth!! Find out for yourself!!" and with that the voices went silent. Tabby made her way back upstairs mumbling the whole way. "Why-they must be mad!" She knew she must check it out, prove to the boys they were wrong. "Now, where did I put that family tree?? I'll start in the library--that makes sense right?" She found the oldest section of books and began to flip through them. One after another to no avail. "Oh fiddlesticks!! This will take forever!" No one was around so she decided to consult her bowl.. She rubbed her hands together, waved them over the bowl and said "Show me my family tree!" Nothing. "I said, SHOW ME MY FAMILY TREE!!" The bowl showed Tabitha burning at the stake. "Very funny. Are you going to locate it for me or not??" Tabitha asked. *Bubbles* "HUMMPH!!" she replied. "Now what?" Just then Endora entered the room. "Oh Sweetie!! Be a good little witch-ling and help Mummy locate her family tree." And poof~~there it was before her. "Thank you my darling! You deserve some chocolate for that!!" Tabby zapped Endora a candy bar. As Tabby spread out the scroll she said "Now, lets see----" She studied the ancient document growing more and more agitated. "This CANNOT be right!!" But there is was in ink on parchment. Tabitha Lennox was the daughter of Samantha, witch, and Darren Lennox, MORTAL MAN!!! "Oh, H3LLS BELLS!!" Tabitha exclaimed right before she passed out and fell to the floor. ____________________________________ Kay and Miguel made a trip to the Bennett house with some of Kay's things. They took the box to give to Sam. "Where did you get this" he asked after examining the contents. "It was delivered to Tabitha's by mistake. She didn't know from who, said it was with her mail." Kay said. "Well, this would sure put alot of minds at rest if it's the real thing. I'm going to get it to the lab for testing. It's the only way to know for sure." Sam said as he picked up the box and headed out the door. As he drove to the station he was kind of creeped out. There in his passenger seat sat Alistair Crane and Beth Wallace. The most evil man in Harmony and his equally vile daughter. Would the miracles never cease? ? ___________________________________ Later, Sam had called Chad to the Police Station. Wanted to talk to him about Vincent and Whitney. They sat in Interrogation Room One. Two folders lie on the table in front of Chad. "What's this all about Chief??" "Chad, I think you know. We have Vincent in custody and what he told us--your secret--was confirmed by JT Cornell's statement as well." "Chief, I really have no idea what you are talking about. I -" Sam cut him off "Maybe you should read what's in those files before you finish that sentence Chad." Chad opened the first folder and started to read. He grew angry, agitated, embarrassed. "I don't need to see anymore" he said as he closed the folder. "What do you want me to say??" Sam sat down "It's not what I want you to say Chad, it's what you need to do." "You think I should tell Whit. I wasn't in love with him, it was only sex. I just couldn't stop, ya know??" "Chad, I'm afraid that's none of my business. What you do doesn't concern me~~~it concerns Whitney. She needs to know." Sam said. "But Chief, if I tell her I will lose her!! And I don't want that to happen." "Maybe it will, maybe it won't, that's not your call. She needs to know Chad, she needs to decide what's best for her. Tell her." Sam said "You're free to go" and he walked out of the room. Sam had a date to prepare for!!
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Post by ♥Sam'sGirl/Spike'sHo on Apr 26, 2007 16:20:41 GMT -5
CHAPTER TWENTY-EIGHT: ONE NIGHT AT THE BLUE NOTESam was preparing for his date. He was as nervous as a teenager on his first date. He kept fidgeting with the collar of his shirt. "Shake it off Sam" he told himself, "this is ridiculous." He checked his watch, he'd better get moving if he didn't want to be late. Good thing Julia was staying a the B&B!! As Sam entered the B&B he spotted Darine Jacobs. The angel from heaven. After Grace had left with David Hastings, Darine had stepped in to run the B&B. She's been a god send. Sam didn't know how he would have managed without her. "Evening Darine!! How's it going?" Sam asked. "Why fine Mr. B. Is there a problem, did you need to something?" Darine asked. "No Darine. I'm just here to um--well, I'm here to pick up my date. I'm taking Julia to the Blue Note for dinner and maybe some dancing." Sam, the seasoned cop, was blushing. "Why Mr. B. that's fantastic. Julia is a wonderful lady far as I can tell. I'm sure you two will have a great time." she said. "Thanks--I'd better get to my date. Don't want her to think I'm standing her up" Sam joked as he started to climb the stairs. As he knocked on the door he was fidgeting again, pulling at his collar and the cuffs of his sleeves as he waited for her to open the door. When she did the butterflies in Sam's stomach fluttered, desperately trying to escape. As she invited him in, Sam kissed her hand and said "Breath taking!!" She was dressed in a soft peach dress. "Man" Julia thought, "I could get used to that." "You look pretty handsome yourself" she said. And that was no lie--that man looks sexy as H3LL in white she thought. "Just give me a sec, I'm almost ready." Sam made small talk as Julia fastened the straps on her heels. "So, what brought you to Harmony?", really wondering how it was that they hadn't run into each other sooner. "I don't know" she replied, "Kismet??" ______________________________________ They arrived at the Blue Note and decided to have a drink or two before ordering dinner. Sam seated her at a table and said "My son Noah is the bartender here. I'm going to go say hi, can I get you anything to drink? What's your pleasure?" "With you?? Sex On The Beach" she replied, "or a white wine, it's up to you." Sam headed for the bar floored, "Well---at least she's not leaving any doubt. I do believe the lady is interested." Noah smiled as Sam slid onto a stool at the bar. "Who's the hot babe?'' he asked. "That son, is none other than the Honorable Judge Julia Carter.----My date." Noah let out a whistle, "Nice! What can I get you two?" "The lady would like a white wine and I'll take a beer." Sam said. "You can dress him up but you can't refine him" chuckled Noah as he prepared their drinks. Noah accompanied Sam to the table, he wanted to introduce Julia to him. "It's nice to meet you, if he gets to fresh just give me a whistle." Julia let out a breathy laugh "Somehow, I don't think that will be a problem but thanks all the same." Noah shrugged "Well, alrighty then---you two enjoy your evening" and he returned to the bar. They talked over their drinks for well over an hour. It was just the typical first date getting to know you small talk. There was a live band about to start playing. Sam and Julia had finally ordered dinner and another round of drinks. When the band began to play a slow, sexy number Julia said "Dance with me Sam??" In response he stood, took her hand and led her to the dance floor. When he took her in his arms he pulled her just a little closer than he should have but she didn't seem to mind. Her hand was soft and small in his but they fit together like they had been made for each other. One song flowed into the next. By the time they finally returned to their table, their food was cold. CHAPTER TWENTY-NINE: THE BLUE NOTE PART 2Ethan and Theresa enter the Blue Note and go directly to the bar. Ethan says something to Noah and he nods. He pulls out some serving trays and begins to fill them with champagne flutes. He catches the eye of some of the waiters and waitresses and motions for them to come over. As he pours the champagne he gives them instructions. They pick up the trays and begin to distribute the glasses to everyone in the club. As they are finishing with the last of the trays, Ethan drags Theresa up on the stage and steps up to the mike. "Thank you everyone for waiting to drink your champagne. I just wanted to share with everyone our news. Tonight I asked Theresa to marry me and she accepted." A cheer went up from the room, everyone knew this had been a loooong time in the making. "So please, raise your glasses and toast with me my love--my life--my future wife--Theresa Lopez-Fitzgerald Crane." Everyone says "Here, here!!!" "Please enjoy the champagne until it runs out---or you pass out, whichever comes first!!" Theresa added. They spot Sam and stop by the table. Sam stands up and pulls Theresa into a hug. He reaches around with one arm and adds Ethan to his embrace. "Congratulations!! I am so happy for you. Theresa, welcome to the family---It's about time! Would you two care to join us???" Ethan declines and they wander to the dance floor, over his shoulder he tells Julia "If he gives you any grief, I'll be right over here." Julia says "Sam, that's the second warning I've gotten, is there something I should know??" "No-it's just my sons, trying to be funny." ______________________________________________ On the way back from the Blue Note, Sam and Julia decide to stop at the beach. It was another starry night and a walk on the moonlit beach would be a perfect ending to their date. As they walk Sam reaches for her hand. She is shivering. "My God Julia, you're freezing!!" Sam says as he removes his jacket and helps her into it. "Why didn't you say something?? I will take you home if you like, just say the word." "No Sam, it's ok. I'm not ready for this evening to end." They continued down the beach until they reached an old fallen tree. Sam sat down in the sand and leaned against it. Julia sits beside Sam and leans into him instead. Instinctively, his arms close around her and he draws her even closer. "I think I need to tell you about Grace and Ivy--the first love of my life who turned out to be a scheming witch and the second, the mother of my children. Who broke my heart and ended up dying before we could reunite. Julia listened as Sam poured out his life story. "God---how tragic" she thought. Finally he came to the end. "I've been hurt--deeply but I think I'm ready to live again. I'd like you to be a part of that. You make me feel things I thought had died in me. I can't make any promises but---" "Sam," Julia whispered, "someday I"ll tell you my story. But for now, I will take whatever you are willing to give. We can go slow. I'm not out to get married again--well--at least not right away. The day I walked into my office and you were there was the best day I'd had in a long time." That was all she got out. Sam's eyes were locked onto hers, she knew he was going to kiss her. He lowered his head, she met him halfway. "Oh my God" she thought "Are those fireworks??" After a while, they got back into Sam's car and headed for the B&B. As they pulled up Julia thought "What the hell! Might as well ask." Sam walked her to her door. As she was unlocking it Sam leaned forward and placed a small kiss on the back of her neck. She turned to face him and whispered "Do you want to come in?" "I thought you'd never ask" replied Sam. He pulled her into his arms, hungrily claiming her mouth with his. They fell in the door and stumbled to the bedroom without missing a beat. "So much for taking it slow" was the last thought they each had before they tumbled onto the bed. This was definitely a new beginning. CHAPTER THIRTY: THE CRANE'S MEET AMYJared had been in counseling for a only a week, but he was going everyday for two hours. Amy had joined in the last two sessions. Dr. Kimmy was pleased with the progress they had made already. "Jared, you are doing very well." Dr. Kimmy said, "in fact, I'm going to change your schedule to three times a week at one hour sessions. Starting next week, your appointments will be on Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 10 am." She then turned to Amy "I think your presence here has helped Jared's progress greatly. While it is not mandatory, I would encourage you to join us as often as you can." "I was hoping I would still be welcome. These past sessions have helped us soo much,--helped me. I have decided it's time to tell my family" Amy said. "And Jared has agreed to be by my side when I do." "That is fantastic" replied Dr. Kimmy. "And that is all the time we have for today!! I will see you Monday. In the meantime, don't hesitate to call if you need me. I have to go, I have a group session about to start in the conference room. I have no other appointments today so feel free to stay as long as you like." She said as she closed the door behind her. ___________________________________________ Paloma had asked Noah to meet her at the park. They needed to talk and she was done putting it off. She sat in the gazebo waiting for him. "Hey Paloma" Noah said as he ducked under the archway "What's up?" as he leaned down to kiss her, Paloma turned her head. "What's that all about Paloma?" "Noah, please--sit down so we can talk." Paloma was wringing her hands, trying to figure out the best way to say it, finally, she just spit it out. "Noah, I can't see you anymore." "Why not?? After everything you did to convince me that you weren't to young for me?? What's changed?" Noah was upset with her sudden change of heart. "Noah-its just. Well, I'm not sure if I want a serious relationship. I mean, I'm just starting my career---I'm not sure I have time for both." Paloma stood "It's very important that I be able to concentrate on my new duties. I don't want to be distracted." Noah was a bit taken aback. "I don't know what to say. I thought you wanted to be with me Paloma." He rose to stand beside her. "I do, well, I did. But I really don't want to be tied down right now. You are an amazing man Noah. You deserve someone who can be there for you. Who will treat you well. That person can't be me. At least for now, and it would be unfair to ask you to wait." "Are you really sure Paloma?? I can't change your mind?? Nothing I can do to convince you otherwise?" Noah asked. "Please Noah--just go. Maybe we can get together once in a while--can I call you?" "Sure Paloma, whatever." Noah walked away---not really heartbroken but hurt none the less. When Paloma had called he never expected this. He shook his head--you never really knew what life held in store for you. __________________________________________ Amy stood outside Fox's door. She'd decided to come to him first, maybe he would agree to help her. As he opened the door he said "Can I help you??" "Fox, it's me---Pretty." she replied. "It can't be--" Fox looked closer, "AHHH-It is you. Come in." They headed for the kitchen and sat down for coffee. "So Pretty---what brings you to my door after all these years??" "It's time the family knew the truth--the whole truth. And I need your help to do that." Amy leaned forward and began to fill him in on the events of the last few years. "D@mn Pretty, what a mess!! So let me get this straight. You've been living in Harmony, right under our noses and now you want to come clean??" Fox asked. "Please, it's very important to me-- and to Jared--that I tell the truth. We want to try again, only this time it will all be out in the open. Please, please help us. And please, stop calling me "Pretty", I'm Amy now, have been for two years. Finally Fox gave in. He would arrange for all of the players to be in place at the Crane Mansion for dinner. With the exception of their father Julian and their Aunt Sheridan who would have to be told later. _________________________________________ Everyone was in their seats when Fox stood up and announced, "Mother--Fancy--Everyone, there is someone here who needs to tell you something. Please--it is important, so let her speak, save your questions till she's finished. Amy stepped in to the room. "Hello Everyone." She said in the voice they knew as "Pretty". "Surprise!! I'm home!! I realize this is a shock and I'm sorry, please let me explain." She relived her story one more time greeted by various gasps and "I don't believe It's" here and there. She had shown them all of the documentation that backed her up. She finished with "There is just one more thing I need to do. I need to apologize to Fancy. We always seemed to butt heads over everything. I let petty disagreements drive a wedge between us. I think it was the fact that I felt lost in your shadow. You were always first at everything. When people called you pretty it was a compliment. When they said it to me it was just my name. It wasn't your fault, I had the problems I did. I didn't realize---anyway, please can you all forgive me??" Jared, who had been standing behind her moved forward and hugged her. He knew just how painful that had been for Amy. Everyone took their turns hugging, apologizing, forgiving. Everyone except Ivy. " HOW COULD YOU DO THIS TO ME PRETTY? How could you turn your back on me?? On who you are??? How could you have changed your face??? Your hair??? Do you really hate me that much? " Ivy screamed. "This is not about you Mother" Fancy defended Amy, "This is about HER!!! Don't let her bother you Amy, she's still too self-centered to notice anyone else exists." "Stuff it Mother!!" added Fox. Ivy, with hysterics that would make Scarlett O'Hara proud, ran from the room. She fled the Mansion screaming "Why doesn't anybody love me? ?" Amy felt as though the world had been lifted from her small shoulders. Everyone, with the exception of Ivy, had been understanding--accepting--sorry. She and Fancy just may have the chance to be the sisters they always should have been. She still had to talk to her Father and Aunt Sheridan but for now, she was ready to begin again.
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Post by ♥Sam'sGirl/Spike'sHo on Apr 26, 2007 16:30:09 GMT -5
CHAPTER THIRTY-ONE: COLLISION COURSESIvy ran to her car, ignoring the pouring rain. She slammed the door as she started the BMW. Tires screeched as she took off from the Mansion. She was crying tears of self-pity, making visibility even worse than it already was. "Why have my children turned against me?? I am their mother, all I have ever done was love them.. I just wanted what was best for me...them.. and this is how they repay me?" She rambled as she flew down the street. She wasn't paying any attention to the road. Out of nowhere came the headlights bearing down on her. Ivy screamed trying desperately to avoid the crash. She yanked the wheel and sent the car sliding. There was no avoiding it--the truck slammed into her driver's door sending it flying back the way it came. The wheels caught on the curb causing the car to roll. Over and over it tumbled until finally coming to rest in a deep ravine. The driver of the dump-truck got out and peered over the edge, the car lie on its top. He jumped back in the truck, he couldn't be found here. Ivy lay as crumpled as the twisted metal that surrounded her. Still---bleeding---but was she breathing? __________________________________________ Kay knew she had to tell Miguel-, the truth always seemed to come out eventually. He would be so mad--disgusted--he would hate her. She had to take the chance, she had learned that lies are no basis for a relationship. They only led to disaster. She sat on the couch watching Miguel with Maria. Everything she had always wanted was right there. Would he ever be able to forgive her? She said a silent prayer, "Lord, please help me find the words to tell Miguel. Please--let him forgive me. But most of all---don't let my mistake cost Maria her Daddy." "Miguel, I really need to talk to you, it's important." Kay said. "What is it?" "First, let me see if Jess can take Maria for a minute." Kay left the room to find Jessica. They returned and Jess took Maria upstairs. "What's this all about Kay?" "Miguel, I--you--. Look, all of the secrets that have been coming out lately, they got to me. Everyone it seems is hiding something. And well Miguel, I'm no exception. I have been hiding something from you for a long time." Kay started, still unsure how to tell him without exposing Tabitha. "You see, I have always loved you. You never saw me that way though, especially after Charity came to town. You only had eyes for her." Kay moved to the window. "I did something, something that was so horribly wrong. I was desperate, you were my world and you didn't even care how I felt. I tricked you Miguel. I tricked you into sleeping with me. I made you think I was Charity so you would make love to me. I thought maybe after that, you would realize you loved me too." "What are you talking about Kay?? How did you trick me into thinking you were Charity, that's not possible." Miguel was confused. "It doesn't matter HOW I did it Miguel, I just did. You thought I was Charity crawling into your bed. You made love to me calling out her name over and over. If I had never done that, there would have been no baby, no reason for you to have felt obligated to me." Miguel was livid, "How could you have done that Kay when you KNEW how much I loved Charity?? All I wanted was for us to be together. Even after I chased her around the globe, I still wanted her. Then I gave up and came home to Harmony. You had changed so much. Gone was the "tomboy" who was my best friend. In her place was this beautiful Mom. A loving Mom. I realized then that I had made a mistake in leaving you and my daughter. I wanted to make things right. Now you are telling me that it was all a set up?? How dare you!!" he was pacing the room like a caged tiger. "I'm sorry Miguel. I just wanted you to know the truth. Can we get past this?? I love you. I know you love me now. What about Maria??" Kay was trying to sooth him. "I want us to be a family Miguel, can you ever forgive me???" "I don't know Kay.. I just don't know. You are NOT who I thought you were. All that time, accusing me of lying to you. Believing that I was lying about being with Charity, that Fox was faking,....you really have some nerve. All along you were telling the biggest lie of all. You HYPOCRITE!!!" Miguel slammed the door of the Bennett house behind him. He'd had to get out of there before he did something he'd never done before. Beat the H3LL out of a woman. CHAPTER THIRTY-TWO: JUDGMENT DAYJUDGE CARTER'S COURTROOMWas it wrong of him Sam wondered, to be totally turned on at the sight of Julia in her judges robe?? "Man" he thought, "I'm falling way too fast." The new ADA bumped into Sam. "Sorry!" he said, "Are you Chief Bennett??" "Yes I am, and you are?" "Assistant District Attorney Daniel Vanjue. Quite a caseload you've given us. Thankfully, only two are holding out for trials--eases my burden a bit" he added. Julia spotted Sam standing at the back of the courtroom. D@mn he looked good in his uniform. Then again, the man would look good in burlap she thought. "Ok people, let's get started" she said. "First up Janet Stevens, RN. I find it thoroughly reprehensible that you would stoop so low. If I had the authority, I would yank your nursing license so fast your head would spin. Of course, the nursing boards will be making that determination. I am ordering you in to Gambler's Anonymous to help with your addiction. You will be on probation for 6 months, during which time I expect you to make serious changes. Get yourself straight Ms. Stevens, this is the only second chance you will get from me. You are being released, your probation requirements will be explained to you by your releasing officer. Please remove her from the courtroom" "Next, Dr. Ivan Gasparo. You sir are not so lucky. Your actions almost resulted in the death of a healthy man. I am hereby sentencing you guilty on the charges of Reckless Endangerment, Negligence, Medical Malfeasance and Attempted Murder. For your crimes, 25-40 years in the state penitentiary." Dr. Gasparo tried to interject, "Sir I am ruling---nothing you say will change my verdict. You disgust me. Bailiff--get him out of my sight." "Valerie Davis--your charges include Corporate Theft and Espionage. You young lady, will spend the next 10-15 years of your life in the penitentiary. Take that time to reassess your priorities, I hope you'll make a change for the better. Obviously you are a smart woman, I urge you to put that to good use, use your talents for something that is not illegal." "Vincent Taylor---I only wish I could throw the book at you. Your "investigative" skills are too shady for my liking. Unfortunately, I cannot sentence you for stupidity and greed. You are being put on probation for 10 years. Excessive, maybe, but let that convince you to fly straight. You are being assigned a Probation Officer in Tempe, Arizona. You are not to set foot within 500 miles of Harmony. If you do, you will be sent to prison for the remainder of your sentence." Again she motioned for the bailiff. "OK, I'm going to take a fifteen minute recess" she said as she banged the gavel. "Chief Bennett, may I see you in my chambers please?" Julia said in her most judge-like voice. Sam looked at Ethan and shrugged then followed her through the doors. _______________________________________- No sooner had the door closed behind them Sam said "What is---" Julia spun around, grabbed him by the lapels and pulled him into a kiss cutting off his words. When they finally parted Sam said "Well, ok then." "I'm sorry Sam" Julia apologized. "It's just seeing you out there looking sooo---hot---well, I just had to see you for a minute in private. I was having trouble thinking of anything else." "Glad I could be of service" Sam winked. They spent the next few minutes talking about their previous date. The were making plans to see each other again when Julia realized they'd been in her chambers for almost 1/2 an hour. "I need to get back out there, we'll continue this later." She gave him a quick kiss before they opened the door. As she stepped back up to the bench the bailiff said "All rise." Sam continued to his seat in the back of the room, totally ignoring the upraised eyebrows of the entire courtroom. Next--Judgment day continues CHAPTER THIRTY-THREE: JUDGMENT DAY CONTINUES"Alright, let's get back to it." Julia said. "Next up---Sheridan Crane Boothe". Julia took a minute to choose her words. "Yours are the most egregiously heinous crimes yet. Assault and Battery, Attempted 1st Degree Murder, Tampering with Evidence, Aiding and Abetting a Rapist, Sexual Assault, Conspiracy to Commit Rape, and Finally 2 counts of Rape. One on your OWN niece. How you even look anyone in the eye is beyond me. You sit their with you self-righteous indignation, smugly thinking that as a Crane you will get a slap on the wrist. That a judge would be too afraid to sentence you to what you deserve. You MS. Boothe have met the one judge you fail to intimidate. For your crimes, you WILL do the time. Your psychiatric evaluation shows no indication of any kind of mental breakdown. you committed these acts freely of your own choosing. Therefore I sentence you Mrs. Boothe, to life in prison with out the possibility of parole. May you come to truly understand the gravity of your actions. Bailiff, get this vile excuse of a human being out of my courtroom." The courtroom had let out a collective gasp at Judge Carter's words. They were stunned. Finally---Harmony had a judge who would stand up to the Crane name. Julia continued with the final case of the day. "Herbert "Spike" Lester." Spike stood. "I'm just going to get right to the point. Your crimes are incredulous. How you've never before been caught is beyond me. I'm not going to go into each and every charge. I find you guilty on all counts. Mr. Lester, you are sentenced to die by lethal injection as soon as it may be carried out. May God have mercy on your soul!" The guards moved to Spike and led him out. "That is all, those are my verdicts." Julia banged her gavel and left the bench, disappearing into her chambers. ______________________________________ Julia entered the office shrugging off her robe. She was shaking like a leaf. Sam entered behind her. "You ok?" he asked. "No, but I will be." She sat at her desk rubbing her temples. "I really don't enjoy sentencing people to death. It's part of the job--I know, but that doesn't mean I have to like it." Sam circled the desk and sat against the edge. He pulled her into his arms. They stayed that way for several minutes---until her shaking subsided. Julia pulled back just a little and said "Thank you Sam". He said "It's my job--" Sam kissed her softly "to serve and protect." Coming Soon--What's up with Jess?? Fancy and Luis return. Miguel and Pilar leave Harmony. Who is that ADA?
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Post by Paulweeen on Apr 27, 2007 7:02:34 GMT -5
This is awesome!!!! Some more please!!!
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Post by tinka♥belle on Apr 27, 2007 9:52:10 GMT -5
I'm so hooked on this story, please give us an update soon!! Awsome writing!!
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Post by Kimberella on Apr 27, 2007 9:56:33 GMT -5
I am Looooving this!!! Still catching up!! But LOVE it!!
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Post by ♥Sam'sGirl/Spike'sHo on Apr 27, 2007 12:50:02 GMT -5
Thanks everyone! I'm so glad you like it! I will be posting more soon---I have 96 chapters done so far!! I just didn't want to post it all at once. Look for more later this afternoon!!
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Post by tinka♥belle on Apr 27, 2007 12:52:01 GMT -5
96 Chapters?!
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Post by ♥Sam'sGirl/Spike'sHo on Apr 27, 2007 16:25:03 GMT -5
yeah 97 now. I have been writing since the beginning of March. I got a little carried away..when I got to a stopping point, everyone wanted me to keep it going instead of starting a new one..so I did...and now, I have some stuff going on in it that I can't end yet.....
plus I'm a SAHM and have alot of time on my hands!! LOL
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Post by ♥Sam'sGirl/Spike'sHo on Apr 27, 2007 16:29:06 GMT -5
CHAPTER THIRTY-FOUR: CATCHING UP WITH JESSICAJessica and Reese were hanging out in her newly redecorated bedroom at the Bennett house. She was filling out paperwork for the Beauty School she planned to attend. "I still can't believe Kay did all this for me. I treated her so badly after Mom died." she said. "She just wants to make it up to you Jess. You know she never really meant for any of the things to happen that did. I'm sure she has said worse to herself than anyone else has said to her. Kay loves you" Reese replied. "I know Reese--it's just been one thing after another you know? Every time I thought my life couldn't get any worse, it did." "But that's changing right Jess? You're away from Spike. You're off drugs and alcohol you're not--um--" Reese stopped. "A hooker anymore??" Jess finished. "I know, and now I have real plans for my life." Jessica suddenly looked like she was going to cry. "What is it?" Reese asked. "Nothing--it's just--well, it seems like everyone around me is in love. Ethan and Theresa, Luis and Fancy, Kay and Miguel, even Dad. I think he's falling in love with that judge. It just makes me wonder where it leaves me? Will anyone ever love me like that? " "Jess--don't you know?? Don't you remember? Can't you see what's right in front of you??" "What do you mean Reese??" "You know I came back for you. You know I want you back. Don't you realize what that means?" Reese couldn't believe it, she was clueless. "Jessica Bennett--- I LOVE YOU. I always have." "But we've never--you've never tried--we haven't even had sex!! " she replied. "Oh, Jess--you have so much to learn. Love isn't JUST about sex. Yeah, I mean, its a part of it, a really nice perk but LOVE is soo much more. I just want it to be perfect--just being with you makes me happy. Having you with me is all I need--for now anyway. When the time is right--it'll happen." Reese said. "Let's just enjoy what we do have until it does." He leaned over and kissed her. "There's no rush Jess--I'm not going anywhere. ______________________________________ AT THE POLICE STATION"Mr. Van-jew" Sam said, "please have a seat." "It's Van-ue" Daniel said as he took the chair Sam offered, "the J is silent." "Sorry about that, what can I do for you??" "Well, It seems someone has convinced Mr. Crane to fore-go his trial. He is requesting Judge Carter make a ruling on his charges." "Wow, after Sheridan's verdict, I sure didn't see that coming." Sam was surprised. "Well Chief Bennett, I just wanted to let you know. Mr. Crane seems to believe that Ms. Hotchkiss will follow suit." Daniel said as he rose to leave. "I have to go--duty calls." he said as he headed for the door. "Thanks for stopping and telling me" Sam said as he shook his head. As the ADA left Sam couldn't help but think there was something very familiar about that man. CHAPTER THIRTY-FIVE: RUNNING AWAYPilar found Miguel in his room. He was throwing clothes in suitcases. "Miguel-what are you doing? Are you going somewhere?" she asked. "I don't know Mama, I just have to get out of this town for a while." Miguel continued to fill Pilar in on Kay's latest admission. "I can't be around her right now." "Are you really sure you want to do that? Run away from this? Leave Maria---again?? I know you love her mijho." "I do Mama--I love them both but--I just don't know. I don't know if I can forgive her." "I'll come with you Miguel, we can go to Mexico--stay with Maria--she would love to see you." Pilar suggested. "I've been thinking about it for a while myself. Every since Katherine and Martin stabbed me in the back--again. I've been thinking about going home---to Mexico." "But Mama--what about Paloma? Theresa?? Luis and Fancy just got engaged. And then Marty----" Miguel, you idiot he thought shut your f^cking mouth!!! "What did you say mijho???" "Nothing Mama--there's just alot going on here right now---I figured you'd want to help Theresa plan her wedding." "Theresa can always send the jet for me if she needs me. That settles it. I'm going too!!!" Pilar left to call Maria and make arrangements. Then she would inform her children. _____________________________________________ Fox was headed to the Mansion. He was having breakfast with Amy there and then he was going to find their mother. "Where are you?? Why won't you take my calls Mother?? Why did you have to be so rude, so self-absorbed?? Why were you such a total b!tch when Amy told us the truth??" Fox had a few choice words for his Mother when he finally found her!!! As he headed up th street, something made him slow down. He could see fresh black marks across the road in front of him. There was a broken road sign. Fox pulled over to investigate. As he neared the edge of the ravine-he got a bad feeling. Then he could see it. A car, flipped over on its top. It was a silver BMW--just like Ivy's. He yelled "Mother??? Hello!!! Can you hear me? " He took out his cell phone and dialed. "Chief Bennett." came the reply. "Chief, it's Fox Crane. I think my mother's car is in the ravine by the Mansion." Sam assured him that he would get all the necessary people out there--ambulance, firetruck, tow trucks--they would arrive shortly. As Fox waited he called the rest of the family and got them on their way. It seemed to take forever before he heard the sirens. Soon the street was crawling with cops, paramedics, tow trucks and the Crane family. "Chief Bennett--it's over here." Fox said as he led Sam to the edge of the ravine. The firemen and paramedics began formulating a plan to get to the car. "Get these people backed up" Sam yelled "we need to look for evidence." The officers set up a perimeter and began to scour the pavement looking for clues. Sam watched as Jeff, an EMT, finally made his way to the side of the BMW. He reached through the window for her arm--searching for a pulse. _________________________________________ Pilar had called Luis, Theresa and Paloma to the house. She had informed them of her plans to take Miguel to Mexico for a while. She wasn't sure if she was coming back. She wanted Luis to keep the house if she decided not to return. "That way--you will have a house for you and Mar---Fancy." Pilar said. Just then Theresa and Luis's phones rang. "Lopez-Fitzgerald" "Luis--its Fancy. They just found my mother's car in the ravine. Please Luis, I need you" Luis noticed Theresa was getting the same information, presumably from Ethan, "I'm on my way Fance." he said as he hung up the phone. Theresa said "I'm coming with you. Mama, we'll finish this later." They flew to get to the scene. ___________________________________________ Sam watched the EMT closely, looking for a sign. Finally Jeff looked up--the sign was not a good one. He was shaking his head "no". Quickly they set up tarps to block the view of the family and the prying eyes that had gathered. More information was quietly passed to Sam. Sam went to Fancy who was waiting with Fox. "I"m sorry Fancy--Fox--Ivy didn't survive the crash." Fancy, had it not been for Sam catching her and Fox supporting her would have collapsed. Sam continued "She wasn't wearing her seatbelt--and it seems she's been down there since the storm Tuesday night. The car looks as though it may have been hit by another vehicle--it's hard to tell--hopefully we'll know more after they pull up the car. I'm sorry." Sam was called away. As they were bringing up the basket containing Ivy's remains Luis and Theresa arrived. Fancy ran to him "She's dead Luis!!! My Mother is dead!!" Luis held her as she shed tears for the woman who had never had time for her children. The woman who instead of rejoicing over the return of "Pretty" had run screaming into the night thinking only of herself. Amy stood on the sidelines, blaming herself--"If I'd only stayed away---this is all my fault." ________________________________________ Ethan and Theresa had followed the ambulance to the hospital morgue. He had to see her. They wheeled her body down the long hallway and met the medical examiner. "Mr. Winthrop--I'm so sorry for your loss. Does the family wish for an autopsy??" he asked. "N-um--not--That won't be necessary. I was just hoping to see her---" Ethan was too emotional to continue. "Might I suggest you wait until we've had a chance to clean the body?? Not to be vulgar, but I was told there was a lot of blood--" said the ME. "That will be fine--we'll go have some coffee." Theresa said as she drug Ethan away. Ethan couldn't believe it--his mother was dead. He had been her whole world and now----now she was gone!!! CHAPTER THIRTY-SIX: A GOODBYE AND A HELLOThe funeral for Ivy Winthrop Crane was to be held this morning at 10am at the St. Mary's of Margaret's Church in Harmony. Father Lonigan would lead the ceremony, then Ivy would be taken to the Will Meet Again Crematorium, later, her ashes would be spread over Snow Mountain. Fancy woke up Friday morning feeling nauseous. They were saying goodbye to their Mother today and the thought made Fancy's stomach churn---she ran to the bathroom just in the nick of time. Minutes later, there was a knock at the door. Fox wanted to be sure Fancy was ok. "Ethan and Amy are in the library. Meet us there when you are ready." He gave her a quick hug and left so she could get dressed. Fancy went to her closet and pulled out a black dress. Tears welled in her eyes as she laid it on the bed. Before she could begin to put the dress on, she ran to the bathroom once more. She was a lot sicker than she thought. ________________________________________ Luis, Theresa, Paloma, Miguel and Pilar joined the Crane's waiting for Fancy. They were growing more concerned that she hadn't come down yet. If she didn't hurry, they were going to be late. "I'll go check on her" volunteered Theresa and she made her way to Fancy's room. She tapped lightly on the door and stepped in. "Fancy??" "I'm in here Theresa." Theresa entered the bathroom to find Fancy sitting on the floor. "I don't know what's wrong with me. I've never been so sick in my life!! At first I thought it was just nerves, but now I'm not so sure." Fancy looked to Theresa. "Oh Fancy, I know that look!! We'll talk about that later. But first," Theresa picked up the phone and called the kitchen. "It's nothing that a few saltine crackers can't cure." __________________________________ The service had been nice as far as funerals go. Although no one wanted to get up and speak, Father Lonigan did a wonderful job. Everyone had been invited back to the Crane Mansion to offer their condolences to the family. Even Tabitha had stopped by the funeral. She walked up to the casket and said "Well Ivy, Karma's a b!tch, isn't it. Say hello to the boys for me will you." Tabitha knew where Ivy was going to end up and Pearly Gates were no where to be found. Luis, Fancy, Paloma, Theresa and Ethan stood in a corner talking. "Mama and Miguel are leaving soon--they are probably on their way to the airport right now" Theresa said. "I can't believe they are leaving--just when I'm about to get Marty back. I really thought Mama would want to be here for that." replied Luis. "Don't worry Luis, the Crane jet is at your--and their--disposal. Whenever, just say the word." Kay overheard them discussing Miguel's departure. "Miguel is leaving without telling me?" she thought, "I have to get to the airport--I have to talk to him before he leaves." she said to herself as she hurried out the door. Sam was talking with Fancy. "I still can't believe it. After everything she did, I never wanted her to be hurt--or killed. I feel so bad, nobody deserves to die for their mistakes." Suddenly, Sam didn't feel so bad. There across the room stood Julia. He excused himself and headed for her. _________________________________ Theresa decided now was the time to talk to Fancy---in private. They headed upstairs to Fancy's bedroom. "Fancy, I'd like to talk to you about this morning." Theresa started. "Have you thought anymore about what it might be?" "No--I haven't. The thing is, in the mornings I feel awful, and later, I feel fine. It's so strange. This morning I couldn't stop throwing up and now, I couldn't feel better." Theresa held up a box--"I think you need this." "Home Pregnancy Test??" Fancy read. "Are you sure Theresa, do you really think that is what it is??" "Well, there's only one way to find out. It only takes three minutes, what are you waiting for?" The three minutes seemed to be an eternity. "How do you read that thing anyway?" Fancy asked. "Well, let's see. It looks to be quite simple. It's digital and if you are pregnant it says "pregnant" if you aren't then it says "not pregnant" Theresa read from the instructions. "Of course if it is positive, you'll want to see your doctor and have a blood test just to be sure." Finally, they went to the bathroom and looked down at the test on the counter. The results were in--------
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Post by Paulweeen on Apr 27, 2007 22:00:38 GMT -5
And the results ARE? lol... great job! Love it!
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Post by ♫Ash aka Pip♫ on Apr 28, 2007 0:44:02 GMT -5
I Know What The Results Are But I'm Not Telling I Love This Fanfic
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