Marlena falls asleep in his arms and John carries her upstairs. Again he
takes off her dress and covers her with the sheet. Gosh,. she is beautiful
all I want to do is make love to you. John runs his hand along her body
from her arm to her foot. You take my breath away Doc.
I love you heart, body and sole Doc. This is the hardest thing I have ever
had to do and it is only because I love you. John leaves and takes a cold
shower before he try's to sleep on the couch. In the morning Marlena wakes
and finds herself  naked with just a sheet over her. She tries to think
about last night. Finally she realizes she was dreaming. It had to be a
dream  It was so perfect.
The dinner, the dancing, John's smile, and her favorite thing to dream
about, him asking her to marry him. Oh John I wish one day for that to
happen I love you so much.. I have never loved someone like this. So
totally consumed. I feel like you and I are the same person. There is a
connection a strong connection something I can't describe but with out a
doubt it is there. You and I will be together. I truly believe that.
John will that day ever come? Do you really love me?. Do you feel the same
way I do? I want you to love me so much. She looks down to her hand and
sees the ring. She realizes it really did happened. With astonishment she
realizes her wish has come true. I have gotten my wish. Oh John
She is so happy she doesn't realize she has no clothes on. Then it hits
her. Wait a minute how did I get to bed and why I am not dressed?. Who
could of? John!!!! Did I make love to him last night? I surly would of
remembered. Oh no, I have to talk to John.  He couldn't of. I was undressed
after the date to Doug's too.
That was months ago  John had to of undressed me and put me to bed then
too. Why didn't he say anything? Doc showers and dresses. She goes down to
the kitchen and finds John sleeping on the couch just like so many other
mornings. She looks at him adoringly.
 Maybe I shouldn't say anything. But I want to know if I made love to him
last night or do I? She fixes coffee and walks over to him with a cup. John
opens his eyes and sits up. Doc hands him a cup of coffee.
Thanks Doc I must of overslept. Well we had a busy night. I would like to
make every night like last night Doc. Me too John it was magical wasn't it?
Well there is one thing I would like to change. Oh and what is that? When I
carry you up to bed I would like to make love to you instead of taking cold
showers. Marlena is relieved. Doc laughs. It's just till we are married.
Well if you insist. But we will be wasting allot of time.
Well I have work to do at the hospital I have to go.
Wait and I will go with you. You can come later if you like. Now that all
the danger is passed I don't need a body guard. And you don't have to sleep
on the couch anymore if you don't want to. I kinda got use to it and
believe me, with that body Doc you need a body guard.. Marlena smiles and
blushes. As she is walking to the door an steps through she says I guess
you liked what you saw. The door closes. John laughs. like what I saw I
love what I saw.
Marlena walks down the hall to Laura's office. Laura can I have a consult
on this patient? Sure come on in. Laura sees the ring. It's not one anyone
would miss. Well how long is it going to take you to tell me about the
ring? Oh she smiles and turns the ring on her finger. She holds her hand
out so Laura can see the ring Marlena this is beautiful.
 Well when did this happen? Last night. John had the penthouse set with
flowers , candles ,and a fire. It was truly magical. Oh Marlena I am so
happy for you. I am happy. John is so wonderful I have never felt this kind
of love before. Before? Did you have another boyfriend? Yes but he was more
of a brother. He was always trying to get me to marry him.
 I think he just wanted to get me in bed. He was pretty burned when I told
him that the first person should be your husband. With John I feel this
deep emotional bond, like we are one and just thinking about it make me so
happy. Wait Marlena back up. You mean to tell me you never? No Laura I take
marriage very seriously and that is part of it..
 Does John know? I don't know it never came up. That won't be a problem
will it. oh no. He will probably feel like the luckiest man alive. Marlena
blushes. You are a rare find but knowing you the way I do it doesn't
surprise me.
Now let me take a look at the file., yes Marlena I agree with your method
of treatment. Thanks Laura
Marlena is doing paper work when John walks in. How is your day Well I told
Laura about us and by now it is probably all over the hospital. John
laughs.
Doc I think I should go back to the loft until the wedding. If you want to.
I kind got use to you being there. Marlena if I stay any longer you won't
be wearing white. Marlena blushes. And laughs
We still need a date. Have you thought about it? Yes the sooner the better,
how about three days from now? Can you put it together by then? I can't
wait to make you Mrs. Black as soon as possible. That is not much time. I
know.
 Well with Laura, the Horton's and Hope all helping I think we would be
able to. OK then it's set in three days  you will be mine. They are both
light headed and happy. I'll go and talk to Laura now. Laura I need a
really big  favor. Oh how can I help?
 I need a maid of honor and I was hopping you would be mine. Oh Marlena I
will be happy to. Just one problem the wedding is in three days. Three
days? Do you think we can make it happen? Let me clear my calendar and we
can get started. Thanks Laura.
The first thing they do is call the family together. Everyone is so excited
and eager to help. They get the flowers ordered, the church, the music,
reception and the invitations, With that all set I think the only thing we
need is a dress.
Marlena and Laura shop for two days looking for the right dress.. Laura
what am I going to do? I get married tomorrow and I can't find a dress that
is suitable? I have an idea come with me.
Laura and Marlena go to Mrs. Horton's. Alice we have a problem I think you
can solve. Well of course dear what can I do? I remember you telling me the
story of your wedding and your dress. Do you by chance still have the dress
and can we borrow it?. It sounds just like what Marlena and I have been
looking for. Yes dear I would be honored. If you go upstairs there is a
steamer trunk in the back bedroom it should be in there.
The three of them walk upstairs. Here dear this bed room. There the trunk.
Laura opens the trunk and pulls out the dress. The dress is all French hand
sewing on the white satin. The top is embroidered and there are cultured
pearls and tiny flowers in the embroidery.
The dress has a slightly flared skirt and a long train covered in
embroidery and pearls. Oh, Alice this is beautiful are you sure? Marlena I
wouldn't be any happier than to see you walk down the isle wearing this
dress. Alice I don't know what to say it's perfect. Oh hi Tom I didn't here
you come in. It looks like you girls are reminiscing. Don't let Alice talk
your ear off. Well to tell you the truth Tom I was hoping you would be here
to. Oh what is it Marlena? Well John asked me to marry him and Alice is
letting me borrow her dress and I was hoping you would walk me down the
isle. I would be honored Marlena. Thank you Tom I think that takes care of
everything.
Thank you so much. The two girls are glad they found the dress and head
over to the store to pick up her veil. You know Laura I am amassed at how
well this matches the dress. Marlena I think this wedding was meant to be.
They grab a bite to eat before going home.
Marlena is so excited she can't sleep and walks out onto the balcony and
she is looking at the stars. Oh star light star bright grant my wish
tonight. She has been thinking of John.
I am so lucky to have him I wish we could always love each other like this
for the rest of our lives. Just then she feels two strong arms slide around
her waist. Hi John. Couldn't sleep? Ya, you too? Un hu. Well we could have
our honeymoon start tonight. John! OK. John I am so happy. Doc I intend to
keep you happy.
I love you  so much. The two curl up on the couch and fall asleep. When
John wakes he is alone on the couch. Doc Doc.
I am upstairs John. The bride and groom are not suppose to see each other
on the wedding day. John decides it is better to go along than to try and
change her mind. OK Doc I am heading over to pick up the tux and I will see
you at the church. Good by my love. Shortly after John leaves Laura
arrives.
Marlena is everything packed for the wedding and honeymoon? Yes, oh no put
this in to. OK, lets get to the church. The girls arrive and are all in the
brides room. Marlena I think it is time to put your dress on.
 OK. Oh dear you look so beautiful. Now you have something old. Your dress.
Something new your veil, something borrowed let me give you my earrings and
something blue.
 I took care of that one my self. Marlena shows them her blue panties and
garter. They all laugh. Here lets put your veil on. Oh Marlena you look
like a vision. John is one lucky man. He is going to be so surprised when
he sees you walking down that isle.
Tom knocks on the door. Come in. Marlena are you ready? It's time. Marlena
turns around and Tom sees Alice so many years ago at there wedding. They
were so happy all those years ago. Seeing her brings misty tears to his
eyes. Marlena you are beautiful. thank you tom.
Marlena takes his arm. The music starts and Laura proceeds down the isle.
The church is decorated with pink sweet heart roses and lilacs. Laura's
dress is deep purple and Marlena's bouquet has pink roses and lilacs in it.

The men are wearing there tux with lavender shirts As Laura reaches the end
of the isle the music changes to the bridal march and John and Abe enter
the church. Bundle of nerves buddy? Yes but I don't have a doubt in my mind
Abe. This was ment to be.  Marlena is escorted down the isle by Tom Horton.
As she enters everyone stands. The oh ah isn't she beautiful is heard over
the music. John's view is blocked and he doesn't see her yet. The
excitement builds and he is trying to move to see her.
They come into view and John can't believe what he is seeing. She is more
beautiful than she was if that is possible. She looks like a vision from
heaven. Tom turns to her, lifts her veil and gives her a kiss on the cheek.
then he gives her hand to John. John and Marlena have written there own
vows and exchange of rings.
 Then they walk to the candle and each one lights a candle. They join
candles and light the larger candle in the middle. This signifies the
joining of two hearts and minds to one.
You may kiss your bride. I would like to introduce for the first time Mr.
and Mrs. John Black.
John and Marlena are driven to the reception in the limo. There is dining
and dancing into the wee hours of the morning. They finally sneak out and
disappear. The limo takes them to the plane. John and Marlena can't wait to
be alone. The past three days have been the longest three days in there
lives. The anticipation and excitement of new love was all they thought
about. The longing for what had been forbidden and now can be experienced.
John helps her into the plane and tells the pilot to take off.
 When the jet is in the air John and Marlena are caught in a passionate
kiss. Sorry sir. We are right on time and the weather is good all the way.
Thank you. I will knock next time. sorry sir.
They both laugh. John has so much pent up desire he is insatiable. Marlena
is following John's lead. She loves to kiss him. His kisses stir up so many
other feelings that she has never felt before. John unzips her dress and
his hands explore her body the hills and valleys. The way her breast lay
and the curve of her neck. She puts her arms around John and is excited
feeling his desire for her.
 John has picked up on the fact that she apparently has never done this
before. He is thinking: is it possible? With her moral feelings it is
possible she is a virgin. Oh Marlena I love you so.
I will teach her everything she needs to know and what I don't know we will
discover together.. John knows that this may hurt her so he concentrates on
pleasing her. His kisses gently caressing her neck.
He softly takes her breast in his mouth. The sensations in her have been
woken up. She is unsure of what she feels, the love is so over powering.
she hungers for more. His hands slide down her side ever so gently. His
hand softly opens her legs reviling a special place.
Having found that he awakens her passion and she can't get enough. Soft
loving words escape her mouth.
She is driven and driven until she can't go any farther.  John knows she
needs him, she wants him and he wants her too. Remembering this may be her
first time he tries to enter her very gently. Marlena this may hurt just
for a minute. I know John it's OK. I have dreamt of this moment and how
much I love you.
She shutters and John lovingly accepts the gift she has given to him. She
feels one quick pain and is warm and wet. Such a deep feeling of love she
could never describe. She knows her husband has claimed her body and sole.
Now his ergency becomes intense and he needs to consummate there marriage.
John very powerfully joins with her.
One body one sole. Marlena that was incredible. Pretty remarkable hu. I
never dreamed it would be like this. John I feel so alive, so loving and
such a strong need for you inside me. It is only a few minutes till they
reach for each other again.
This time there is no pain just a wonderful loving experience. Several
hours later they arrive in Paris. Marlena wake up honey you need to get
dressed we are going to land. oh John do I have to wake up? This has been
so wonderful. Just for a little while. The limo picks them up at the
airport and takes them to a quite little villa. Oh John this is beautiful
the house, the lake, the gardens all of it. Over the next several weeks
they explore each others bodies and the ways they like to be touched.
Marlena learns that John is a very compassionate person and sex is
going to play a large part in there marriage. Marlena is happy about that.
The thing she likes most about her married life is making love to John and
being loved by him. John can we take a walk around the lake? I would like
that. The air, the breeze just to be happy and  free. As they walk around
the lake, Marlena? Hu, we talked about children. Yes, John I would like to
have a family. How about starting now? I think I beat you to it. What do
you mean? I know we agreed to have children right away so I didn't bring my
pills with me.
You mean you could be pregnant now? Yes John would that make you happy?
More than anything. When will we know? Well I think we will have to wait a
little while but I am 4 days late. John is estatic and twirls her around.
Oh I guess I shouldn't of done that. John I am not a china doll. Doc I
can't explain it but I feel as if we are one. The connection is so powerful
it scares me some times. The love is so intense I never knew  I could love
like this. John I know I feel that way too. Just then a shot rings in the
air. John pushes Doc to the ground behind a rock. She is terrified. John
what is happening? I don't know Doc but stay put. With in a few minutes
there are people everywhere trying to find the shooter. John slumps down on
the ground.  John ! John! Oh my God John you are hit. Why didn't you tell
me? With in minutes they were on the way to the hospital. DR Evans? Yes how
is John? He was lucky the bullet missed the bone and it went all the way
through. As soon as he has some stitches he can go. Marlena walks over to
John and sits with him. Doc I am sorry I spoiled our honeymoon. John you
did no such thing and as soon as we get out of here I intend on showing
you. Wife is that a promise? You bet. Does the police have any news? Not
yet. John you don't think they are coming after me again do you? Just then
the sergeant walks in the room. Sergeant, have you found out anything? Well
we do know that it was a contract hit that failed. We recovered the bullet
from the tree. A contract hit. That smells like the mob! Just what I
thought too. John they know where you and Marlena are. Sergeant, they came
after me didn't they? John, I could of gotten you killed. Doc is in tears
hugging John. At this point Marlena were not sure who the hit was for. We
need to get you both to a sacred place now. Maybe we should go back to
Salem. I know of a safe house there and I know my way around.
I can work with Abe. I have my plane here and we can leave now. I think
that would probably be best. Marlena honey it's not your fault. I need you
to help me Doc. Doc helps John to the car and then to the plane. Abe is
there for there arrival. John, Marlena, did you find out anything? Were
working on a few leads. Right now I want to get you both to the safe house.
 I'll make all the arrangements and I'll call you. The loft should be safe
for now but don't go to the penthouse.
 They are probably watching it. John and Doc arrive at there destination.
It takes John a little time to walk now but they are finally there. Come in
and sit down over here. There is that better? I better get some things
packed. You rest husband, doctor's orders. Doc goes up to the bedroom to
pack. She returns with the laundry. What are you going to do with that Doc.
John they are all dirty I was going to wash them. Doc the washer and dryer
are in the basement. I will be careful.
You my husband take your medicine and sleep. With that Doc kissed him and
left. Doc is right I should get some rest now I may not be able to later.
John takes the medication and falls into slumber. Marlena goes down the
stairs and into the laundry room.
 She is grabbed from behind. She tries to struggle and they fall on the
floor but the man is too strong. He tapes her mouth shut and ties to get
her arms. She is a fighter. Marlena knows what is coming and tries to get
loose. She hits him and he falls back but recovers fast. Oh my pet don't
struggle you will only get hurt. She continues and he strattles her to keep
her from struggling. Well if you like the rough stuff we will do it that
way. He ties her hands together and secures them over her head. Doc is
crying and her mind is racing. How can I get out of here? How !
He becomes tired of her fighting and hits her. Marlena continues to fight
and he continues to hit her. With one strong pull he had her clothes off.
Marlena is in a panic. He assaults her body and rapes her over and over.
Marlena is broken and can't fight any longer. She slips into
unconsciousness. When she can no longer fight he leaves. That was the best
piece I have had in a while little lady too bad you couldn't of taken any
more. They always die on me. He leaves Marlena laying on the floor bloody,
beaten and near death.
John wakes up. Doc, Doc, where are you? He then remembers she went to do
the laundry. John looks at the clock and realizes he had been asleep for
more than 4 hours. Where is Doc? She wouldn't go any place by herself. John
is in a panic. She is no wear to be found. Abe, Marlena is missing. Have
you checked the house? Abe she is gone. We will be right there.
 Abe and several officers search the house. Abe takes the laundry room and
comes upon the gruesome crime. Oh my God, Is that you Marlena? Abe is in
tears. He bends down and finds a pulse. She is alive.  Officer call 911
have them come with a silent alarm. I don't want to alert John. Bo, you
detain John upstairs I can't let him see this. I don't want his last
memories of her to be this. Is she? She is alive Bo just barely. Abe is
covered in blood as he unties her and he covers her with his jacket.
 The paramedics arrive and one of them had to go out and throw up. Get her
ready to transport as fast as you can . Her husband is upstairs and I dont
want him here. They check for a pulse and a heart beat. She is alive but
for how long? They call for the chopper and they have her on and away
before John could reach her. John makes his way to the laundry room and
sees Abe and the room covered in blood. John falls to the floor in tears.
My God Abe is she alive? John feels that his heart has been ripped out. The
tears drip on the floor parting the blood for just a minute. John she was
alive when she left. I can't kid you John it's pretty bad. Get me to the
hospital.
The hospital has been alerted she was coming in. Mike had hand picked the
people that would be taking care of her. He doesn't want anyone seeing her
or alerting anyone that she is here. It was much worse than Mike had
expected. He was able to stabilizer her and get her into surgery. Abe and
John arrived at the hospital to learn that Marlena was in the or.
How long will DR Evans be in the or? About 7 hr.. 7 hours? Maybe more. Oh
Abe , John she is alive.
 Let's go get some clean clothes and wash up. There isn't anything you can
do for her now. No Abe I want to be here for her. I promised to protect her
and I failed. John no one could of known this would happen. John you have
to rest you just got shot. After pleading with him he finally relents and
goes to Doc's office to wash up and rest. When John changed his clothes and
sat down on the couch he fell asleep almost immediately. John wakes to the
darkness and as he sits up he sees Abe. How long have I been sleeping? You
have been out four about 14 hours. Doc!
I have to get to Doc. John calm down I need to talk to you. Abe she.... no
John she is alive. Then what is it Abe? John she took a beating a bad one,
the injuries were so extensive they couldn't do everything now. She is not
going to look like she did. John there is going to be a long recovery and
many more operations. No! Abe not Doc! John you have to accept this so you
can help her recover.
 She is going to need you. She is heavily sedated and her face is covered.
The plastic surgeon had a picture and tried to make her look like that
again but the beating she took may make that impossible. Abe why Doc? She
is the sweetest, kindest person I know. I know John there doesn't seem to
be a reason.
 Her attack ties in to three murders that we have been working on. She is
the only one that is alive. John I have moved her to a private hospital. If
he finds out she didn't die he may come back to finish. John is crying and
he bangs his fist on the wall. When does it all end Abe?
I need to be with her Abe. I knew you would so I have made arrangements to
bring you to her but first you need to put this on. You leave through the
employee entrance, get into your car, and drive to the pub I will have you
picked up there. John dresses like a hospital tec and leaves. The transfer
goes on without a hitch and John is reunited with Marlena.
Several weeks later.
Marlena has been slowly improving. She has had several operations to
reconstruct her face and leg and has gone through extensive therapy. Her
spirits remained high and her and John even made jokes. She has been doing
so well, how ever on this day Marlena was very upset and John couldn't get
through to her. This is not like Doc. There is something terribly wrong.
John had been warned about the possibility of her going into a severe
depression. That happens when someone goes through a trama like this. This
didn't seem that that was the problem. She had told the doctors about
feeling like she had the flu and they had been watching her.
John! I am going to be sick. John tries to help her. Doc I want the DR to
check you again you seem to be getting worse. You have been throwing up too
much and you aren't eating. John feels something strange, he knows there is
a bigger problem. John leaves the room and goes to talk to Laura. Laura
there is a problem with Doc. I can't  get her to open up. I know you have
told me that she may not want me around because of what happened and that
she probably can't confide in me. The trust has to be there and she would
slowly build that again.
Laura this is different. She has been throwing up and she is not eating.
She can't or she won't open up to me. Will you go and talk to her? Sure.
Laura walks down to the lake where Marlena is sitting. Hi sweety would you
like to go for a walk? That would be nice Laura. Laura pushes her to the
garden and they stop to look across the lake. This is so peaceful. So far
away from all the violence.
 Marlena we have had many sessions and we have worked to get through this
but you seem to be holding something back. It has you very upset and is
starting to interfere with your recovery. Can you tell me about it. I don't
know Laura. I am not sure what to do. I do know I can't handle this on my
own and I don't know if John or you will want to help me with it. Honey you
should know we are hear for you we aren't going anywhere.
 There isn't anything that can or has happened that will drive us away. We
love you and will be here no matter what. No matter what? Marlena what is
it? Marlena looks down and crys.
 I am pregnant. Laura wasn't prepared for that news. She tries to express a
light happy mood. That's wonderful John is going to be so happy. Laura I
have no way of knowing who's baby this is and on top of that with all the
medications and operations I have had the baby may not be right. Oh Laura I
don't know what to do.
Marlena are you sure? Yes, When John and I were on our honeymoon I was 4
days late and we were hoping it would happen. This happened only a few days
later. Oh Laura I want John's baby. I know you do. How far along do you
think you are?  Four or five months. Laura I can't have his child but I
know the baby isn't at fault for what has happened.
 I thought of telling John it was his but I can't live a life of lies. I
can't do that to him. Laura I can't live without him. .What happens if he
leaves me? I can't do this on my own. Marlena I think you need to talk to
John. How do I do that. He will be devastated.
 I can't hurt him like that. Marlena you have to tell him. I will stay if
you want me to. Marlena nods her head
Laura leaves to get John. Laura, John, Marlena needs to talk to you but I
need to talk to you first. John she is very vulnerable and what she has to
deal with now is going to be hardest thing she has had to do. I need to
know that no matter what she tells you will be there for her. If you can't
do that don't go. Laura I want to be there for her. I made that commitment
to her when we were married. We are together no matter what.
Doc can't tell me anything that would make me love her any less. Be
compassionate with her. What is going on? I would rather she tell you but
if she needs me I'll be here. Thanks Laura. John and Marlena have been on
such an emotional roller coaster John has a hard time thinking about what
would upset her this much
They have been over so many hurtles and obstacles together John has a hard
time trying to imagine what this could be.  I thought we had gotten through
the worst part. Doc what is it? They had worked through the emotional scars
and had gotten past them. There life had just started to come together
again as husband and wife.
 I wonder if I pushed her into that and she wasn't ready? John walks down
to the lake and sits next to Doc. The silence is incredible. Finally
Marlena turns to look at John. John do you love me? I mean really love me?
With my whole heart and my life.
 Doc I have always loved you and I always will. What ever you are going
through I wish you would share with me. I want to help you, you shouldn't
go through this alone. John I'm pregnant. John is overjoyed. Doc that's
great. John sees the look on her face and it sets off a signal he has
learned to recognize. She is very upset and crying. Why aren't you happy
about this? John this baby may not be yours.
Doc this baby will always be mine. But John! Sh........ I know because of
what happened you started thinking about all this. Ii can understand you
being upset. John takes hold of her hand and through his tears of joy he
tells his love. Doc this baby is a precious child, a gift from god. How it
was conceived is not what is important. The important thing is that it will
be born into a loving family. Doc you told me at the cabin that you were
late. This baby could be mine but don't you see it doesn't matter. This
baby and any other child given to us will always be ours.
 She is teary eyed and she leans over and kisses him. John how did I ever
find you? I don't know but I am glad you did. John you are wonderful. Let's
tell the world. Doc you made me the happiest man alive. John hugs her and
he is crying. John parts from her and holds her at arms length looking into
her beautiful eyes. The eyes he loves to get lost in. John there's more,
Please John I need you focused. John what about all the drugs, and the
operations? This baby may not be right. Doc I don't care we will love it no
matter what. Doc I am so happy we can take on the world together. I love
you so much John. Marlena is feeling much better now that the stress has
been taken away. She continues to recover and is now able to walk again.
Her progress has been remarkable.
The last of the bandages come of in a few days and then she will know what
she will look like.
Several months later
To everyone's delight the plastic surgeon he was able to reconstruct her
face almost perfectly.
John calls Abe, any news? Well we have found several people that fit the
description Marlena gave us. Do you think that she can identify him. It's
going to be hard and the pain unbearable for her but this monster has to be
stopped. I will get her ready and we will see you at 4:00pm.
Laura Abe wants Doc to come down to the station. He thinks they have the
pig that did this. Do you think she can do it? I will talk to her. She will
be ready. I am however worried about you.
 How are you handling this? I won't kid you  and say that it doesn't hurt
but I think I have gotten past the rage. I have to be Doc needs me. OK John
let's do it. John Laura and Marlena go to the station. Abe has them in
posision before the prisoners are brought in. They are taking no chance of
him knowing she is alive.  The light goes on.
 Doc look and tell me. Marlena is in tears, she is emotionally spent. John
holds her up for support. John give her a minute. Marlena cries and can't
answer. John let me have a few minutes with her. John caries her to the
couch in the corner of the room. Laura sits down to talk to her. Marlena
this is going to be the hardest thing you will have to do.
 I know that, John and I are here for you and I promise you he will never
get near you again. Remember when you told John about the baby? You didn't
think you would be able to?
Doc you are strong I know you can do this. Don't let him win Doc. Marlena
composes herself and stands in front of the window. Abe he's here. Doc can
you tell me? It's two. Marlena you are wonderful. We are going to take this
one off the streets for good. John sees her wavering and sits her down. Abe
can I have a glass of water?
Here Marlena, are you all right? No I'm not. Doc what is wrong? John I am
in labor. John carefully walks her out to a waiting car. John is trying to
keep track of the time between the contractions. We will be there in a few
minutes. Can't you drive this thing any faster? John my water broke. We
don't have a few minutes.
You are going to have to do this. Your baby is in to much of a hurry to get
here. John has the limo pull over and stop. He phones the hospital and they
are sending an ambulance. John! Doc the baby's here. The next thing heard
is the cry of the baby. It's a perfect little girl. Because of Marlena's
previous injuries she is very week and tired .the original plan was to have
her deliver in the hospital under controlled conditions.
 The delivery was very hard on her. Laura joins them in the limo. How are
you doing sweaty? Are you in allot of pain? She is crying with tears of joy
and pain. She tries to hide it but Laura sees it in her eyes. I  know honey
I am going to give you something to help that.
 Now you just rest. Marlena falls into slumber. Her body did not have time
to heal. John the ambulance is here. One of the paramedics arrives. How is
she doing? Oh I see that this little one was in a hurry to get here. One
paramedic checks out the baby and the other takes her blood pressure and
finds it dangerously low.
 He starts a unit of blood. You know mother and child seem to be
comfortable and I would rather not move them so let's just use the limo to
the hospital. They are waiting for them at the hospital. Mother and child
are transported to one of the rooms and Laura fills then in on what has
happened. She is at the hospital she recovered at so the doctors know all
about what she has been through.
 Marlena is very pale and John is concerned. How is she? Better than I
expected John. You have a fighter there. I do however want her to rest and
sleep for a couple of days. She needs quiet rest and lots of it. She will
be out for several hours why don't you go and see your daughter.
 John arrives at the nursery and is approached by the doctor. How's my
girl? John the baby is  addicted. We were faced with that possibility when
we found out she was pregnant. I know doctor but I was praying.
John this will be painful for you and the baby.
 Considering some of the outcomes we discussed this is the best option. It
is not permanent and we can treat it. She appears to be healthy. There is
no sign of deformed or brain damage. We are going to put her on a treatment
program now. Hopefully it will only be a couple of months. John is
encouraged by what Mike has told him about his daughter. The baby will have
to have medication every 3 hours and will cry allot, have cramps and throw
up. But in time she will be normal.
 That is the best news John can hear right now. John returns to Marlena
room. She is sleeping and John sits in the chair next to her bed. She looks
so beautiful, how did I ever get so lucky. Doc I love you more than I can
say. John brushes her hair off her face and gives her a tender kiss. Abe
arrives with coffee. for John. How's the family? Doc is resting and the
baby is doing better. The guy Doc identified, is he part of the mob or was
this a random act?  John I don't think this was the mob. It's not there
style. This case is connected to four other rape's and now that Marlena has
identified him we can prosecute. Abe wasn't there three? He is not out is
he? No! we found one this morning.
 The coroner thinks she was killed the night before he was arrested. Abe do
you think her cover is still safe? I think so far yes but the trials of all
the people we arrested in the raids begin tomorrow. There are going to be
allot of things going on and I don't want you or Marlena caught in the
cross fire. I am going to set up a few police under cover here at the
hospital just in case. When do we have to move her.
 The doctor said it will be at least a week. Good this is the easiest place
to protect right now. I have some arrangements to make so I will see you
later John. OK thanks Abe.
John goes back into sit with Doc. He is holding her hand and he gently
kisses her. Her eyes open and she smiles. John how is our little girl? She
is doing just fine. John is she OK really? Doc Mike said that she is
addicted but everything else is normal. He can start her on a program and
she should be fine in a couple of months.
 Doc, she has ten little toes and ten little fingers. Doc she is beautiful.
She has your nose and my dark hair. Well John we can't keep calling her our
little girl. Have you thought of a name? I was thinking about Hope what do
you think? John it's perfect. Now when do I get to see her? Do you feel
strong enough? Oh Yes John I want to see my baby. OK I will have them bring
her in.
John steps into the hall and takes the crib the nurse hands to him. John
wheels the crib into the room. Oh John you were right she is beautiful. Can
I hold her? Hope let's meet your mommy. John picks up the baby and hands
her to Marlena. They have been bottle feeding her for the last 3 days I
wasn't sure what you wanted to do. We talked about it and I new you were
going to nurse her but because of all that has happened I wasn't sure you
still could or wanted to. Mike said nursing would depend on how well you
recovered.
 John I have been out for three days? Yes Doc they kept you sedated because
they knew you wouldn't rest any other way. John Black you are very sneaky.
Well I feel much better so it is about time this mother feeds her baby. Are
you sure you are up to this Doc? Yes John this is very important to me and
to her. This baby has problems and I want to give her the best start I can.
John come sit by me and hug me. You can share this experience too. John
sits next to his wife and child
wile she is nursing. John takes his loving hand and gently strokes his
child's head. Doc you are so beautiful. the baby fusses and throws up. Oh
sweety. John runs to the bathroom for some towels. He has Doc and Hope
cleaned up in a few minutes. Thank you John. .The baby is crying and Doc is
trying to comfort her.
Doc burps her and settles her down to nurse again. Doc how did you do that?
Do what John? You got her settled down and she is sleeping now. John it's
what mothers do best. She has been with me for 9 months and she just feels
more secure in my arms but give her time and she will feel the same way
about your arms too.
 Marlena and Hope improve over the next several days and Marlena is
starting to act like her own self.
She seems to have recovered as well as you can considering what she has
been through. She still has haunting nightmares but over time they will
disappear. The baby is the one she is concentrating on now. Hope has been
on her medication for a month now.
 The stomach pains Hope gets breaks Doc's hart but the throwing up seems
for the most part to be gone. Marlena sits for hours some days just rocking
and comforting the baby. John what happens if my cover is blown? It is
harder to move me with the baby.
 Doc let me worry about that. Doc and the baby are moved to a safe house.
The child's murder case comes to trial. The district attorney calls Abe.
Commander Carver we understand you know the whereabouts of a witness to
Jenny Krause's  murder. We want her. Why are you calling me what do I have
to do with that. Commander let's take off the kid gloves. If we can find
you we can find her.
 I was just making it a little easier for you by going through channels.
Well Stan I don't know what you are talking about. OK Commander we will do
it the hard way. Stan hangs up. Abe walks out to the park and calls John.
The bird is out. Thanks Abe. With that call John collects Doc and Hope and
they are at the air field and in the air within 15 minutes. John knew by
Abe's coded message that danger was imminent.
 John had the plane stocked with supplies and ready to go on a moments
notice. Sorry I had to rush you Doc but they were on our heals. It is no
problem John I know and I understand. John they won't find us will they? I
hope not Doc, I am going to do what ever I have to to protect you and Hope.
Marlena sits on the couch in John's arms.
 Hope is asleep in her car seat. John where are we going? We are going to
the most beautiful place, you are going to be so happy. Tell me John! If I
tell it won't be a surprise. Will it take long to get there? A couple of
hours and I know just what we can do for that time. John unbuttons her
blouse and caresses her breasts as he is kissing her. Oh you do. John Black
you are such a smart man..
 I got you didn't I? She makes short work of undressing him. In a few
minutes John had her the way he liked her naked. I want to see you, I  want
to play and pleasure your body.
I know how to make you want me Doc and I am going to take you there. John
kisses her neck and moves down with feather lite kisses. As soon as he has
reached her breast he takes her in his mouth. Oh john! John! Doc is aroused
 by his actions and can't help but to want him now. That's right Doc I have
lit that fire and there is no putting it out. John slides his hands down
her body.
She is so soft and smooth just like silk. He feels her soft curves, over
her waist, down her legs and up between her legs. John has become aroused
pleasing her and her hands have found what he wanted them to find. With
rhythmic motion she is pulling him to the edge.
 She knows how to stir up the passion within him. John gently parts her
legs and they unite each apart of the other. Marlena lays in John's arms
trying to get her breath. Every time they make love it is different. He
makes her body react in ways she never knew it could. He wakes up emotions
she didn't know were there.
 He knew how she liked to be touched. John's breathing and heart start to
beat normally now. He leans in to kiss her and finds that she has fallen
into a restful slumber. John calls Abe to let him know they were in the
air. Thank God you made it.
John they were at the house in about an hour.  That was a little to close
buddy. Abe how did they find her? I don't know but  if the cops can find
her anybody can. So our cover is blown. Looks that way right now. I'll will
be following the plan we discussed and you know how to get  in touch if you
need me. Yes, Thanks for your help Abe.
The plane touches down in Germany, and then in France for a short time. The
plane took off again and Marlena was so confused. They had made so many
stops, if I can't remember how can everyone else? That is precisely the
point. I also have two other planes doing the same thing. John I love you
and I know that you will keep us safe.
 John I just thought, what about the baby's medicine? They will find us
through the prescription. I took care of that to Doc. There is enough on
board for what ever she will need. John you have thought of everything. I
don't take chances with my life I am certainly not going to do it to you
and my child.
 The plane finally lands on a private island and they could all get off the
plane. On first site Marlena loved the island it was beautiful. The limo
picks them  up and brings them to the to the house. The house was a two
story colonial and reminded Marlena of a plantation home. John is this
ours? Yes do you like it? I love it.
 I bought it for you. Oh John. Come inside and see the rest of the house.
The house was beautifully decorated. The baby's room was done in little
bears and he had even thought to put a rocking chair in there to. I know
how you like to rock Hope so I knew one would be needed. John you have
thought of every thing.
Not everything my love. Marlena looks at John. What do you mean? Doc this
is Jenny and she is going to help us with the baby. She is a baby nurse and
is familiar with crack babies. But John! Sh--------------give Jenny Hope
and come with me. Doc complies and John takes her hand and leads her to the
master bed room.
The room was decorated in white with soft pink. Off the French doors was a
balcony that overlooks the city. The bathroom had a large roman tub full of
bubbles. Oh John how did you know I needed to relax in a bubble bath. I
know you like I know my self. Now get undressed and get in. Unless you want
me to do that? That would be a great idea.
 John has his clothes off in a few moments and begins to undress her. John
is very slow, he unbuttons her blouse and lets it fall to the floor. John
is purposely going slow to be seductive, he wants to prolong the experience
and there excitement to build.
 John runs his hands down the sides of her body. He kisses her mouth and
buries his head on her shoulder. He brings his hands up to her breast. He
runs his hand around her back and releases her bra. His hands caress her
naked breast. John's breath is getting ragged and his heart it racing as is
hers. He is kissing her and runs his hand  down and over her bottom. He
unzips  her skirt and it to falls to the floor.
John is leaning into her to feel her body closer. Marlena also feels John
and knows he to has been aroused. John picks her up and they both step into
the bath. John is reaching for her body under the water. He pulls her on
top of him and the closeness of there body is arousing feelings that
Marlena has never felt before.
It is so intense, so impatient, and so powerful she is not able get him
close enough to solve her needs. John I want you inside me, please John
now? John had slid his hand between her legs and had touched her in a way
that he knew would make her need of him ergent. Both are in the thoughts of
passion and desire. The lovers unite and love like no one before and no one
will love like that after.
 She is sitting on John's lap facing him and leans in to kiss him John that
was incredible. I know can you believe how intense our love is? Doc I feel
this incredible bond to you. It goes beond sex, it goes beond, my sole,  it
goes beond anything I can describe. I can't describe how I feel. I know
John I feel the same. I never knew loving you would feel this wonderful.
John you are my heart and sole.
 As the water cools the two lovers come out of the bath. Let me do that, I
want to dry you off. Only if I get to dry you too. John lifts her and puts
her in bed and climbs in to hold her in his arms.
Jenny knocks on the door. Yes! Sorry to disturb you but the baby is hungry.
That's OK you can bring her in. John gets out of bed and goes to the door
to get the baby. Hey little girl do you need mommy.? Yes honey I know here
is mommy. Marlena is laying in the bed and puts the baby between her and
John so that John can share the experience too. John tenderly brushes his
daughters hair out of her eyes.
John is mesmerized by the beauty of the mother nursing her young. Marlena
falls asleep and so does Hope. John picks Hope up and takes her back to the
nursery and John slips back into bed and hugs Marlena.
In the morning
John I am starving. Oh too much activity last night? Not on your life. How
about walking around the island after breakfast. Sounds like a good idea. I
would like to see it.
Abe calls John: the bird is in the cage but the other canary got away. By
That was all that had to be said. John knew that one of the girls killers
had been sent to prison but one had escaped. John needs to keep his family
where they are safe and happy. Marlena is falling into the lifestyle of the
island and it's people. Hope is trying to walk but just hasn't done it yet.
She has continued to thrive and is no longer suffering from the narcotics.
For all intense and purpose she is a happy, healthy, little girl. John has
been on guard since abe called. Not knowing where the other killer is has
John concerned. He hasn't told Marlena and debated weather or not to do so.
I don't want to spoil things for her she is so happy but if she knew she
could also pick up on anything out of the ordinary too. John decides to
tell her. Doc, yes John I need to talk to you about something. Marlena sits
and gives John her full attention. They have found me again haven't they?
No Doc they haven't at least not yet. Have you noticed anything out of the
ordinary going on? No, but then I have to admit  I have been so happy that
I didn't take notice. How close are they? Doc, John how close are they?
They have found the other two plane's and it won't be long and they will
find this one too. John I am risking all of your lives. John I can't do
this to you again. Doc we are partners don't you remember? John all of our
lives are in danger. I dragged you and an innocent baby into this mess. I
must be crazy I don't want to do this to you and Hope. John I have to go
back. If they know I am back they will come after me and you and Hope will
be safe. Not on your life Doc. That is too dangerous. John I have to end
this, I can't live a life like this. Hope begins to cry and Marlena goes
into the other room to get her. Marlena let's out a blood curdling scream.
John comes running. Jenny is sitting in the rocking chair but it is evident
that she had been dead for some time. John my God. I can't do this John.  I
can't.
There is a note pinned to Jenny. The note said
This could of been Hope. John sees the note and hides it from Doc. Take the
baby and get to the plane I will follow. John puts Doc and Hope in the car
and goes back inside to call Abe. Abe how did they find us? I don't know
John. Don't you have a lead on who we are looking for or a description?
Well I found out he goes by the name of Jensen. Oh my God. John what is it?
That's our driver and I just put Doc and the baby in the car with him. I
gota go Abe. John takes off and about 3 miles down the road John finds the
limo. It's empty. John's heart stops and he bangs his fists on the hood of
the car in anger. Doc, Doc, where did they take you and why?
Abe, john did you catch him? No I didn't. I don't know where he took them.
John get the island police together and don't let anyone leave the island.
I will have a few boy's with me and we will be there in 3 hours. Take one
of my planes you can get here faster.
Jensen has taken Marlena and hope to a boat that is docked in the harbor.
Get on board. What do you want with me? I don't even know you. Shut up and
get on that boat .Marlena starts to say something else and Jensen made
advances toward Hope. Marlena stopped and drew the baby in closer to her.
Don't touch her. Then behave and don't give me any trouble.
Marlena gets on the boat. The boat is very large and seems like a floating
city. Go in here. He pushes her in the room. Marlena almost stumbles and
drops Hope. She regains her balance and falls on the bed. Jensen leaves and
locks the door. The room is large. There is a bed in the center and a crib
on the far wall. It seems that whoever owns this boat has well planed for
her and Hope. On the table is a bottle and some food. Apparently that is
one thing he didn't plan right. Hope is very restless and is crying.
Marlena tries to comfort her but she wanted to eat. Marlena sat in the
rocking chair and rocked Hope as she ate. I can't let Hope get upset. I
have to keep her routine as close as I can so she will not be affected by
this.
Abe I am glad you got here. Where are you John? Well the local police have
the air fields blocked but there are so mommy boats that come in and out
that I am afraid she may slip through our fingers. We will go to the marina
and start searching the boats .let's go.
After two days Marlena still hasn't seen her capture. She has been fed and
taken care of. Hope has been having a hard time nursing and Marlena
realizes she has been drugged. For some reason her captor wants the baby to
take a bottle. Marlena is very curious and can't image what is going on.
The baby has been with her in the same room. Marlena feeds Hope the bottle
and lays her down to sleep. Little angel some how we will be with daddy
soon. Daddy will find us. Marlena has a drink before going to bed herself.
In the morning when she wakes she is instantly panicked Hope always wakes
her up at 5:00 in the morning. She could see that it is way passed 5.
Marlena runs over to the  crib and discovers Hope missing. She is crying
and in so much pain. Bring her back pleas...........e give her back to me.
The day passes and Marlena has been crying for most of it. She looks around
the room trying to find some way out. There has to be some way to escape.
John and Abe have searched most of the ships in the harbor and haven't even
found a clue. On the last boat John is talking to Abe and the boat owner. I
can't believe you could take a child and it's mother off this island an no
one seeing a thing. John, yes, a deck hand walks up to John. Can I see
those pictures sure. John shows him the pictures and he studies them
intently. Do you know them? Do you know where they are? Missy helped me the
other day and my wife took a liking to the wee one. Then I saw her at the
docks oh bout a week ago. She and the wee one were going out to the Deidra.
The Deidra? Yah it's a big boat, comes in and out of here on occasion. No
one has ever seen the owner. Some eccentric or some thing.
When was the boat last in port. Ah let me see. Was bout a week ago. The
same day your missy was going for a ride with the wee one. Come on Abe we
have to find out where that ship is.
Marlena's dinner arrives and she pleads with the deck hand to let her go
and to give her back her baby. No one would help. Oh Hope I hope you are
being well taken care of my angel. Marlena can cry no more and finally
falls into slumber. She has not eaten but she did drink which was enough to
get the drug into her. She wakes and is terrified. Her hand are tied over
her head and there is tape across her mouth. She is reliving the rape. All
the images are flashing before her. The door opens and Philip walks in.
Marlena is confused. She thought he was dead. Surprised to see me Janis.
There is sear terror on her face and tears running down her cheeks. You
were a very bad girl. You have distorted my family and now I am going to
destroy you. Don't worry about Hope she will be well taken care of.  You
see Hope is my brothers child. Things are starting to take place in her
mind. You sent my brother to prison for life. You weren't suppose to live
after my brother was finished with you. Philip walks over to her. Ah Janis
my pet you were always so beautiful. he takes his hand and rips her
nightgown off of her and she lies naked in front of him. Marlena is so
humiliated words don't begin to explain how she is feeling. Now my twin
brother you killed. All because you had that dam book. Marlena is shocked
as all the pieces fall into place. I tried to get you in bed the nice way
but you were always so high and mity moral. So I guess I have to resort to
this. I will have you Janis one way or another. Philip drops his pants and
the door is smashed down. John drops Philip as if he were a twig. He runs
over to Marlena and unties her and wraps a sheet around her. Oh Doc, oh
John I knew you would come. John the baby! As she said that one of the
police officers enters the room holding Hope. Oh baby I just want to hold
you close. Come on Doc let's get out of here. John takes his family home.