Chapter 10: Quinn Cassadine Quinn walked through the exit of the airport and was able to hail a taxi. Quinn: PC Hotel please? He knew his daughter was staying there and he was sure that was where Natasha would be. ~^~ Alexis: Could you explain this interest my father has developed in you? Miranda: What do you mean? Alexis: I'm a little curious as to why he jumped to your rescue as soon as you were in danger. Miranda: I don't know, he never told me. I've asked, but he always gets this sad look in his eyes. I honestly don't know what it means, cousin. Alexis: Don't call me that. Miranda: Why not? We are cousins. Alexis: I would still prefer- (the phone rang) Excuse me. (She picked up the phone) hello? Quinn: Hello, honey, it's me. Alexis: Father? Miranda's eyes shot right to Alexis. They started at each other. Quinn: Yes, Lexi, it's me. Is Miranda there by any chance? Alexis: Yes, Miranda's here. Quinn: Good. Keep her there, I need to see you both. Alexis: Father, I have a guest coming over. Quinn: Cancel... I don't want to be rude or mean but this has to be done. Alexis: Alright father. Quinn: See you in a little while, Lexi. Alexis: Bye. Quinn: Bye, honey. She hung up the phone. Miranda: What was that about? Alexis: I don't know, he wants to talk to us. One second, I have to make a phone call. ~^~ Quinn put his phone back in his pocket and looked out the window. It was a sunshiny day. Not a cloud in the sky. It reminded him of the day he met her... ~-~-~-~ Quinn walked in the rose garden and saw a girl sitting on a bench. He had been watching for a long time, but never said a word. He thought now would be the time. He walked over to where she was sitting and she looked at him and smiled. It was like their souls clicked. Quinn: Hello. Woman: Hi... what's your name? Quinn: Quinn. Quinn Cassadine. Woman: I'm Christen. Quinn took her hand and kissed it. Quinn: Nice to meet you, Christen. Christen: How much longer will your family be staying here? Quinn: I am not sure. My um... family has not made any definite plans. Where do you live? Christen: (looks down) The old shack down the old dirt road. (Looks up to him) Mrs. Richards lets me roam the gardens, plant any flowers I want. She's a very nice lady. Quinn: Yes, she can be. Christen: I think I have to go. Quinn: Can I walk you home? Christen: (hesitates) Yes, I would like that very much. He walked her down the old dirt road and talked all the way. When he got back to the Richard's home he felt lonely. He couldn't wait to see her again. ~-~-~-~ Alexis: Ned? Ned: Alexis, I was just on my way out. Alexis: Sorry, I have to cancel, something important came up, perhaps we could reschedule? Ned: What happened? Alexis: Family problem. Ned: Oh... I understand. Sure, maybe you could call me later and we could work something out. Alexis: Sure... I really wanted to get together tonight. Miranda rolled her eyes. Ned: Bye. He hung up the phone and she did the same. Miranda: When should your father be here? Alexis: I don't know. Miranda: Well, I hope he gets here soon. I don't know how much more of this I can take. Then there was a knock at the door. Alexis hurried to open it, hoping it to be her father. Quinn was there and he walked in. Quinn hugged Alexis: Hello Lexi. Alexis: Hi father. They broke their hug. Quinn: Natasha. Miranda: Quinn. Quinn: I suppose you're wondering what I'm doing here. Miranda: Hopefully your here to tell me I don't have to play this stupid Cassadine Hide and Go Seek game anymore. Quinn: I'm afraid it's quite the opposite. Because of your little visit to Port Charles a few months ago, Helena was able to find out you're alive. Miranda: What can she do, isn't her rule over? Alexis: Did something happen? Quinn: I'm afraid it did. Remember when I told you about some old family friends, the Richards? Alexis: Yes. Quinn: They allied with Helena, giving her as much control over their resources as she pleases. Miranda: Why would they make a deal like that? Quinn: The Richards do not know what to do with their power. They just gave it to Helena and took off. Miranda: So you think she's going to come after me? Quinn: Yes. I doubt we can fake your death again, you may have to turn to Stefan for help. Miranda: What about you, Quinn? Won't Helena be after you after helping me? Quinn: Yes, most likely, but I can fend for myself. Miranda: This is scaring me... maybe there's some place I can go? Quinn: Helena was looking for you to come to Port Charles. You're trapped here. No airplanes, no trains, no nothing. You can't walk out or drive out because she'll just send people out and kill you. Miranda: Alexis, do you think Stefan will help? Alexis: Maybe. Quinn: Lexi, honey, please talk to him. I know you can convince him. Alexis: I'm sure I can get him to protect both of you. Quinn: No, just Miranda. Miranda: Why not yourself? Quinn: (without answering) Alexis, could you go now. Miranda, I have property here that I am going to be at, you can stay with me until better arrangements can be made. Miranda: Okay. ~^~ Helena sat at the table, sipping tea. She had made an amazing recovery from her illness and was back into action. She wanted her husband's bastard dead most. It was the priority just a little bit above making Luke and Laura's life a living hell, but first she would have to use them to her advantage. She would make Stefan pay for banishing her... she would make him pay.