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Mr. Immigration Man, Chapter 13





Mac and Felicia made it to the Inn of the friend of the merchant in Germany. It was a nice place. Clean, neat, not five star, but not a hostel. It had the charm of a New England B&B, and the family who runs it, was not going to let Mac and Felicia in, for they arrived in the middle of the night (after getting lost), until they showed the proprietor the letter from his old friend. There was only one room available, so Felicia took the bed, and they brought in a mattress for the floor for Mac. Felicia, who is already up, is trying to wake Mac without tryine to wake Mac. She "accidentally" steps on him.

" Oh, Mac. I'm so sorry."

" That's OK Felicia. Everyman likes to awaken with sock in his mouth."

" Well, since you're up, do you think that we can start?"

" Start? No Felicia. We will NOT start. I am going to go back to sleep. I will rest for a couple of hours more. THEN, I am going to eat a BIG breakfast, or whatever meal is time appropriate. And that's only after a long shower. So, if you want to play Remington Steele, you'll do it alone."

" Well, fine then. I will. You can be such a pooper sometimes."

Felicia left the room. As soon as she did, Mac hit the bed.

" Ah....now this is more like it."

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As Lucas improves, Stefan has been inching his way towards Bobbie. With catered meals, here and there. Making sure that there was always a comfortable room for Bobbie to rest in when she was tired. He even had the couch outside Lucas' ICU room changed into one more comfortable. He was always inquiring as to Lucas' condition, but being discreet, but not TOO discreet. Bobbie still kept her distance, but he would "accidentally" encounter her on walks. Inch by inch, they were beginning to relate once again. And encouraging Nikolas to renew his relationship with Bobbie was also an excellent decision. Nikolas had been spending all his free time with Lucas, so that whenever Stefan was looking for Nikolas, he would most likely run into Bobbie in Lucas' room.

He had been tracking Felicia and Mac. He was surprised that they indeed had been put on the trail of the Spencers. The Spencers were several days ahead, but he had to give the duo credit. He did not think that they were that good. He would proceed as usual, and count that he was fortunate to have the days with Bobbie.

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"So, Lucas. Do you want Prince Ivan to be read again?"

Lucas, who has been improving, has not been responsive as of yet.

" I'm sure he would love for you to read to him again."

" Aren't you worried about his non-responsiveness?"

" No. The doctors say that he could come back to us at anytime. I have to hope. I have had a miracle so far. I must believe that the miracle will be complete. That's what mothers do."

" Would my mother be doing what you do?"

" Yes, Nikolas. Despite her faults, Laura would be by your side if you were hurt. I hope you believe that."

" I want to."

" So, then you should."

" What I want to know is why your brother isn't here?"

" Luke and the family are in Europe travelling. He told me that they would be out of contact for about a month. But as soon as they return to Switzerland, he'll find out and be here. I know it."

" OK. Well, I have to go back to the Pediatric Play Room. I will stop by and see Lucas before I go home for dinner."

" Alright, I'll see you then."

Nikolas leaves. Bobbie is straightening up Lucas' room when Amy comes in.

" Hi Bobbie. I came in on my break. You want to go get some coffee or stretch your legs. "

" You know Amy? I think I will. As soon as your break is over, the nurses will be coming in to administer his afternoon treatment. I don't like to watch. So, I'll go now, and return in about 45 minutes. I am wearing my beeper if anyone want me."

" Fine."

Bobbie was walking by the Library. There was a crack in the door. As she looked in, She saw Stefan, at the desk, reading some files. She knocked.

" Mind if I come in?"

" No. Not at all."

Bobbie sits down in the one of the chairs. Stefan comes from behind the desk to sit next to her.

" Stefan..."

" What is it, Barbara?"

" Don't you think that we should talk?"

" About what?"

" About the night of the cemetary."

" I thought it was quite self-explanatory. You were in need, and fortunately for me, I was able to help you during a distressing time."

" I wanted you to know that I will NEVER forget, as long as I live, you being with me that night. I don't know what would have happened if I had been alone."

" There is no sin in needing comfort, Barbara."

" Didn't you tell me that once? If I recall correctly."

" Yes. And it is still true. Barbara, I know that things ended horribly between us. But, I had hoped that we...."

" SURPRISE!"

Bobbie and Stefan turned towards the door. Katherine was back in town.

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Tony and Carly were in Lucas' room.

" He's doing better now, Toe-Nee."

" Yes, thank God. You know, almost losing Lucas made me realize just how special and wonderful our baby is going to be. I can't wait for it to be born, and for Lucas to be a big brother. I know that it will all be wonderful. Carly, I'm glad that you're in my life."

" Oh, Toe-Nee. I love you too. And this baby is going to be the best thing that ever happened to both of us. You'll see. The three of us.."

" Four.."

" Of course when Lucas comes over, it'll be great. But our little family will be so special. I can't believe that we're looking for houses this week."

" Yes, now that Lucas is out of immediate danger, I don't feel guilty about going to look. (looking at his watch) I wonder where Bobbie is?"

" Mother Theresa? Who knows? Healing patients on her breaks from Lucas."

" Carly!"

" Oh, Toe-Nee , please! She plays the martyr so well. So well, that she's even lured the Cassadines back."

" What do you mean?"

" I mean, she's using Lucas to get back both Nikolas and Stefan."

" 1..Bobbie would not use Lucas...and 2...Bobbie does not want Stefan."

" Tony, wake up! Nikolas is around Lucas every chance he gets. And Stefan....well..."

" Well, what?"

" I've seen him around here more than once. And in the garden on walks. Long talks. Katherine Bell better get back from whereever she is and fast. Cause Bobbie is going for Stefan again."

" No, their break was bitter."

" Yours wasn't exactly a walk in the park, and you two are still friends. Why NOT her and Cassadine?"

" I just think it's Bobbie being polite. After all, Stefan not only saved Lucas from the catacombs, but also brought Dr. Gruber here. Bobbie is just grateful."

" OK. Just watch. She's going to milk Lucas being sick for all its worth, and she'll be back with the billionaire serpent, as Luke calls him."

"Well, enough about Stefan. You, mommy-to-be, need to be fed regularly. So, I propose a quiet dinner for two at the Outback. What do you say?"

" I think it's just what the doctor ordered."

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Mac and Felicia had been searching for Luke. Their journey presently brought them to this beautiful town in Northern Italy. They had checked into a hotel and were strolling the streets. They were arguing as usual.

" I told you that we should have turned left a while ago."

" No, Felicia, you said turn left."

" Well, you knew what I meant."

" Sure, that you've got a lousy sense of direction. But what else is new."

" Nothing, as usual. Mac, is it just me, or is this trip getting frustrating?"

"Extrememly frustrating. I mean, the people helping us have been right on target. Everywhere we go, the Spencer's HAVE gone. We need a break as to where they WILL go. It's as if someone is plotting against us all the way. That they are continuously planting the carrot in front of us, but we won't ever get it. And I still do not understand is thet Luke is using those credit cards but that we do not get a handle as to the purchases until several days later when they are useless. You have four, non-lingual Americans tracking their way across Europe without a trace. But then again, why am I surprised. Luke and Laura evaded the mob for what, at least a dozen years. Why does it seem as if I am talking to myself. Felicia? Felicia?"

Mac turned around. Felicia was half-way back down the street staring at something. Mac ran to Felicia.

" Felicia. What is it?"

Felicia pointed to a cafe across the plaza. And sitting down, enjoying the weather and some food, was Frisco. And a stunning brunette.
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