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Mr. Immigration Man, Chaper 17




" So? What did Florentyna Say? She's found Luke and family?"

"Yes, Felicia."

"So, what are we going to do?"

" Get ourselves on a plane as soon as possible. So, let's find where the airport is, turn in the rental car, and go. Get those bags back in the car, Mac. We've got a plane to catch."

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Stefan and Alexis are doing some General Hospital business in the Library when Kat walks in.

" Hello."

" Katherine. It's good to see you. Alexis, would you excuse us?"

" Certainly."

Alexis gets up and leaves.

" I missed your call from last night. Did you have fun with your friend?"

" Yes, I did."

" Well, you could have come by afterwards, I would not have minded the company."

Alexis comes back.

" Excuse me, Stefan. But Bobbie wanted to know if you had possibly picked up her scarf last night. She has not been able top find it, and thought that you might have seen it."

(shooting her a scornful look) " No, Alexis. I did not see any scarf."

" OK, Then, I'll be going. For real this time."

Alexis leaves, but has a huge smile on her face. She had not even talked to Bobbie today.

" The friend you had dinner with was Bobbie? Since when are the two of you friends?"

" Well, we're not. But she and Nikolas were very close, and I thought, since I had told Nikolas that I approved of him becoming close again with her, that I should be there to supervise."

" Why didn't you just tell me that, silly? I understand your protectiveness of Nikolas. And it is just like you to want Nikolas to be happy. Even if it is over something that you dislike. That's just what makes you so wonderful."

Kat kisses Stefan. He does respond.

" Katherine. Once again, here we are, in a public place."

" And what's wrong with that? You are, after all, a divorced man. And I am single. There's nothing wrong with a little Public Display of Affection...is there?"

" No. Just that I am not used to it. You must give me time."

" OK...but not too much time. When will I get to see you again?"

" I don't know."

" You don't know? Why?"

" Well, I told Nikolas that I would help him select his courses for Port Charles University. I was so against him going to Port Charles High. Even though the students were on Nikolas' age level, his course work has been so far above them. So, I compromised with him: if he wanted a formal academic setting, it had to be one that was appropriate for his academic teachings. I was able to talk to the President of Port Charles University and arrange things for Nikolas. He will take 2 courses, and do the rest of his studies with private tutors."

" And Nikolas agreed to this?"

" Yes. Well......with a little encouragement from Barbara. She talked Nikolas into accepting the compromise."

" Good for Bobbie."

" Yes. It is good to finally to be able to be pleasant with her once again. Well, I have to go. I will call you later."

Stefan kisses Cootiebell and leaves the Library.

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" Nikolas....stop it!..he he he he he he.....stop it! he he he he he"

" So say it, Lucas. Say it."

" OK OK..he he he he he....you're a better storyteller than Lucky. Now, stop tickling me."

" Alright. I will. I can't believe how good you look. We were all scared about you, kiddo."

" People keep telling me. Nikolas, is it true? Did Uncle really come down in the catacombs and risk his life to save me?"

" Yes, he did Lucas. Uncle found you...all by himself."

" Nikolas? Do you miss me?"

" Yes, I do. I miss you a lot."

" You know what? I miss you and Uncle. I knew I would miss you, but I did not realize how much I liked Uncle until we were gone. Is he still mad at Mommy?"

" I don't know. I don't think so. I think that they have worked things out. And even if they haven't, I know that they've worked it out so that we can see each other. You happy about that?"

" Yep."

" I was thinking.....since you learned how to ski. How would you like to go on a skiing trip with me?"

" Nikolas, there isn't any snow yet."

" Not here, in America. But I do know where they are in full ski season. So, are you game?"

" SURE! I'd love to go. But you have to ask Mommy first."

Bobbie comes in.

" Ask Mommy what?"

" Oh, I was telling Lucas that it was a shame to waste his skiing lessons. And that I wanted to take him on a skiing trip. Nothing strenuous. Just light skiing and hanging out at the ski chalet."

" I'm sure that it would be a good trip for Lucas. But there's no snow, not yet. Not even in the Rockies."

" As I was telling him, I know that it is not yet ski season in North America, but that it is ski season elsewhere."

" Where?"

" Chile."

" Chile? You want to take Lucas to Chile?"

" What is this I am hearing about Chile? Is it the food or country?"

Stefan has just walked in the room.

" Uncle, I was trying to convince Bobbie to let me take Lucas on a skiing trip to Chile. Why don't you help?"

" Barbara, would you be against Nikolas taking Lucas?"

" By himself?"

" Of course not. I would be going also. Alexis I am sure would come."

" You? Skiing? Now, that would be a sight to behold."

" Then why don't you behold it. You could come also."

" Me? Stefan...."

" It's not just Lucas who needs the rest, relaxation and recuperation. You are also very tired. The Chileans have excellent resort facilities. You could relish this time spent with Lucas, before he returns to school. Having told me that the doctor expected Lucas to rest for several weeks before resuming his regular schedule, why not have him do his relaxing with a fun vacation?"

" You make a good case for it all. But, I will have to think about it."

" Of course. You know what's best for you and Lucas. I won't presume to intimate otherwise. I know that whatever is right and proper for him, will be done......Well, I just came by to check on Lucas. I have work to do, so I will be leaving you. Nikolas, I will see you in the Library about your classes, won't I?"

" Yes, Uncle."

" Well then, goodbye."

" Goodbye, Stefan."

Stefan then goes back to the Library. Alexis joins him.

" A smile on your face. Well, Stefan, which baby has lost its candy?"

" Very funny. An opportunity has dropped into my lap."

" Another one? I don't know how you can keep them all straight, considering their dropping like flies."

Stefan shoots her another one of "those looks."

" Nikolas has invited Lucas on a skiing trip."

" A skiing trip. THIS is what brings a smile on your face?"

" Exactly. Because I think that I have convinced Barbara to come also."

" Now THAT would be a coup. Has she said yes?"

" No, not yet. But I can see that she is considering it, which means, a few hints and suggestions, and she will come."

" Well, cousin. Looks as if you indeed are on that journey of 5,000 steps. I admit that I was skeptical, but you are working wonders, even in my eyes."

" Thank you Alexis. Now, I must finalize the plans for the skiing trip."

" WHAT skiing trip?" Katherine says.

" Katherine. Nikolas wants to take Lucas to Chile for a recuperation. The skiing down there is excellent this time of year."

" Oh. And are you going?"

" Yes. And so is Alexis."

" What about Bobbie?"

" Well, the invitation was extended to Lucas from Nikolas. I believe that Barbara would trust Nikolas, Alexis and myself to care for Lucas properly. We have done it before. Do you ski?"

" Yes...why?"

" Well, of course I could not think of leaving on such an excursion, without inviting you. I would miss you terribly, and thought, why should I put myself though that agony, when you could come and we could...."

" You have a brilliant mind, Mr. Cassadine. Of course, I'll come. I've never been to Chile. I think it would be great."

" Well, good. Then you go an prepare. I will be making the arrangements for all of us."

" OK. Do you think that Nikolas needs gear, too? "

" I do believe that Nikolas does indeed need proper attire. I would certainly appreciate it if you would handle that for me."

" It would be my pleasure. Well, now I have something to really look forward to. Our first trip together. I can't wait."

" Neither can I."

Katherine kisses Stefan and Leaves. Alexis looks at him.

" Don't say a word."

" Stefan, did I say anything? Anything at all?"

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Felicia, Mac and Frisco arrive at a villa. Gorgeous, atop a hill in Malta with a view that just won't quit. Florentyna met them at the Rome airport for their connecting flight. A servant answers the door. She is very suspicious. Tyna uses her Italian to charm her way into the villa. They are led to the back of the house. At the pool, you see it all. Luke, in sunglasses and sunscreen, smoking a stogie. Laura has a big hat on and sunglasses. She is on a lounging chair reading a book, underneath a big umbrella. Lesley and Lulu are playing in the kiddie pool. Lulu has those inflatable arm bands on and they are having fun.

Felicia, Frisco, Mac and Florentyna all walk towards Luke.

" So, tell me babe....Does Sonny know how to spring for a vacation or what?"

" Oh Luke..."

" Tell me Spencer..you getting domesticated in your own age?"

" It couldn't be...Naw.....what the....FRISCO JONES!"

" In the flesh.."

" Felicia? Bubba? and you (kisses the hand), who are you, you delicious creature?"

" That's Frisco's wife."

" WIFE?....Well.....things HAVE changed. I know that there must be one HELL of a story as to how and why you're here. Take your clothes off, enjoy the pool. It's all paid for by Corinthos."

" I told you he wasn't paying at all."

" Watch your mouth Bubba, or no pasta for you."

" Felicia? Mac? Frisco...how are you?"

" Laura."

Kisses abound.

Lesley comes over.

" Laura? Who are these people?"

" They are friends of ours, Mother. Good Friends."

" Oh. Well, I am going to go put Lulu down for her nap."

" Good mother. Do you need any help?"

" NO. I can handle it myself. I will see you later."

Lesley leaves and they all sit down at a table by the pool. The maid has brought them all drinks.

" Like I said, I know there's one hell of a story in you finding us. So, what's up?"

" Luke, you need to get back to Port Charles as soon as possible."

" Why? What's up?"

" Bobbie needs you."




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