Kaley had both Ned and Alexis up bright and early. They were now getting use to their routine of having their little girl wake them up with the sun. She sat in bed that morning nursing her daughter. Alexis was completely taken with this little girl. Alexis never thought that a person could make her feel the way she did for Kaley. Her heart, her soul, her body, every part of her was complete sitting right there nurturing her baby girl.

Alexis glowed with Kaley and Ned watched in amazement at the love of his life their with his daughter. He also couldnt help but think of how truly a miracle Kaley was and what she had done for the both of them.

Ned also couldnt help having forbidden thoughts of how absolutely sexy Alexis looked with her body so shapely and her breasts so full and how he couldnt have her the way he wanted.

The both of you are so beautiful

Alexis looked up at Ned who was now leaning in beside her.

Its almost two good to be true

Alexis she came to us for a reason

And I thank God everyday Alexis said running her long thin fingers gently down the side of Kaleys face

They both sat there watching Kaley as she fed from her mother

Alexis broke the silence realizing what time it was

Shouldnt you be going to work?

I have to call in sick now that Ive seen this morning

Go to work

Pushing me out the door?

Kaley and I are going to have some girl time today

Yes maam

Ned stood up and finished putting on his tie and Kaley finished her breakfast

They all stood down stairs saying goodbye to daddy. Ned held his daughter until he was walking out the door.

You need to decide what color you want the dining room in the house so they can finish painting

Oh the pressure Alexis said grinning that that was her biggest problem in life at the moment.

Ill call you and see how things are going

Well be fine

My god the sight of you he said kissing Alexis and then Kaley

Bye honey

Bye

Alexis sat on the couch with Kaley cradled in her arms. Kaley was such a happy baby and it seemed as if she were listening contentedly to everything Alexis had to say to her.

You and I have to look at colors of what we want the dining room to be. Youre daddy is ready to get us out of this penthouse.

Alexis sorted through all different shades of red, yellow, and beige.

She stopped to look down at the little girl staring at the face in front of her and then held her up to give her kisses. Alexis settle d her back down and looked at the ring on her finger that was supporting her baby. Alexis looked at Kaley as if she seemed to be waiting for an explanation.

I know were not married yet, but Im a modern woman and so are you and we dont have to be married to survive and create in this world. Besides your daddy and I made you out of love and Ive loved your daddy for a long time and we will get married and, well you will have a somewhat normal family I promise. She paused for a moment looking at her daughter who was unfazed by Alexis ramblings. You know I love even more that you dont talk back to me, telling me to stop rambling Alexis started to kiss Kaley again when their was a knock at the door

Alexis looked at Kaley I wonder who that is?

She stood up taking Kaley to answer the door. She opened the door expecting one of Kaleys many admirers.

Well if it isnt the bastard daughter and the bastard granddaughter

At first Alexis stood there frozen unable to think quickly of what she should do.

JOHNNY!

Now Natasha did you think I would announce that I was coming and have your mobster friends goons waiting on me. You know me far more well that that

What the hell are you doing here Helena

Why I came to see how the newest member of the family was doing

Alexis shifted Kaley in her arms so Helena was unable to see her face.

Now Natasha is that anyway to show off your little bastard daughter

Alexis stood there still silent

Isnt it appropriate one bastard child having a bastard child and who does she look like Alexis? Mr. Ashton, Mr. Corinthos?

Get out

Alexis you use to be much more quick whited with your comebacks. Maybe you did lose more in that accident that I thought.

Alexis realization sent a shiver down her spine and Kaley began to get fussy sensing that her mother was getting more and more uneasy.

Now, now little one... Helena said reaching to touch Kaley as Alexis snatched her away

You know Alexis as of late its been so hard for me to choose. I mean you my favorite bastard daughter and your bastard sister and now this precious little girl. Wouldnt it be horrible if anything where to happen to your baby or your sister?

Alexis had stopped breathing

But one thing I guess you can be sure of, a car accident is not the way to get things done because they dont necessarily do the trick now do they Alexis?

They were interrupted by the sound of the elevator door

JOHNNY! Alexis screamed now sounding desperate

Sonny and Johnny quickly stepped off the elevator to see Helena standing there.

Is there a problem here, Sonny said now standing beside Alexis, in front of Helena

Well Natasha if it isnt your white knight

Bye Bye Helena Sonny said making his point clear

Johnny grabbed Helenas arm and she pulled away. Making her own way to a waiting elevator.

The doors closed and Alexis let out the breath she seemed to have been holding through the whole conversation. And raging tears flooded her face and she took Kaley and sat down on the couch holding her baby trying to comfort her as they both cried.

Sonny had only had a glimpse of Kaley in her few weeks of life. Ned had been with Alexis the majority of the time and there was no space for him. He sat down on the couch beside Alexis and without thinking he pulled her close to him. Embracing her letting her know that he was there to protect her and Kaley.

I cant let her do this Alexis said still sobbing

She wont Alexis

She tried to kill me in the accident and shell try to kill Kaley and Kristina

Sonny continued to try to console Alexis while he was trying to think of the ways to protect Alexis and the people she loved.

Johnny! Sonny called through the door

Johnny quickly opening the door Yes sir

Johnny took a quick glance at how Helena had shaken Alexis

I want you to get Max and have him watch Kristina and if anyone suspicious gets near her, then hes to let his presence to be known. I want you and Rick outside the door

Done sir and Johnny closed the door behind him.

Im more trouble than Im worth

Youre worth all the trouble in the word Alexis

Do you want to hold her?

I, I probably shouldnt Alexis was stunned by his sudden nervousness

Sonny?

She placed Kaley in his arms. She was warm from her mother holding her and she was now content again unaware that anything had happened.

She has your beautiful eyes I was hoping that she did

Alexis inadvertently placed her hand on Sonnys arm when she leaned in to look at the contentment on Kaleys face.

A jolt when through him and he caught himself before he flinched from her touch.

Alexis had found herself back at ease with Sonny. He had been her white knight as fictional as it sounded.

Ned stepped off the elevator to see Johnny and Rick standing guarding the door to the penthouse.

Whats wrong? What Happened? His heart began to race at all the sudden thoughts going through his head.

Everythings fine now was all Johnny said knowing Sonny was with Alexis

Ned butted his way past Rick and Johnny to see Sonny holding his daughter in his arms

Ned!

Alexis stood up to walk towards him

Whats wrong

Honey its ok, Sonny just being a little protective at the moment

What happened? Neds unanswered questions where sending him into a quiet rage.

Sonny stood up and handed Kaley to Alexis

Ill go

All Alexis could do was let him

Sonny, thank you she said almost shyly

Sonny shut the door and Ned glared at Alexis waiting

Helena came by

WHAT?

I freaked out, but its ok I promise

Ned tried to be understanding and console Alexis with out going into a rage and going to find Helena himself.

Honey I want to get you and Kaley out of here

Alexis looked at Ned with an unfamiliar look

I think we should move you and Kaley out of here and get you home as soon as possible so you can be safe

And how do you figure that will happen?

Ned was stunned by the way Alexis snapped at him

Here we have Johnny and Max and Rick to look after us I dont want to move in that house

Alexis honey Ill protect the both of you

Alexis had turned her back to Ned and placed Kaley in her carryall and sitting down on the couch watching her.

Alexis broke the silence looking at Ned almost coldly but it was out of fear

You cant protect me