The Silver Swan

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<< the night did not go well for many of the six. there was strife, yelling and even a nightmare. but as dawn broke through the darkness, there was that precious illusion that today would be better than the last.>>

<< illusions can be so cruel.>>

<< with Nicolas recovering from his dream, he would have to decide whether or not to share it with anyone else...who would listen to him? Morgan was probably still upset so he would need to find someone else IF he chose to.>>

<< today also meant Ava and Morgan had to step up and fullfill their end of the bargain in their photo shoot with Madonna to promote breast cancer awareness and research. what was normally a JOY to morgan now seemed like a CHORE and coming at the most inopportune time.>>

<< Delilah had been able to enjoy some sleep, as had Karen but Cameron spent most of his time searching far and wide for Alycia. no results YET but he may have picked up on something ELSE last night...something that could cause him and Nicolas to have another conversation.>>

<< and so, the day begins, with Haleigh having been stabilized but fully awakened. She too would have to face the day, for she had her FOLLOW UP appointment at St. Patrick's cathedral, the place where she and zach were to be married. so she hoped.>>

<< the members of the six slowly begin their days in their own individual ways, knowing that as time passes, they will all have to venture outside for various reasons...and risk attack from the birds...or something far worse.>>

<< Alycia was still missing, Silver Swan was out there somewhere and Rick Riley was at large.>>

<< and so we watch.>>
 
Nicolas' apartment

Nicolas awoke with a start, jostling Tinkerbell who was less than completely pleased at the interruption. As he looked around, he realized that he was intact and all he had witnessed was a dream He stroked the cat back to contentment as he pondered what he should do about what he had witnessed. The dream seemed so REAL. Even the powers she displayed were consistent with what he imagined they would be from his analysis of the enhancement data.

He knew that he should tell someone, but WHO?! Morgan was out, unless he felt like tearing up half of New York today. Ava..not a terrible choice, but she could never help him reach the others, she was too new. Delilah? Probably a good bet, even though she did look somewhat poorly upon him. But he felt as if he had no choice. Delilah was generally rational, and she was close enough to Morgan to know what to do.

Nicolas got up, setting the cat softly on one of the couch pillows. He showered quickly and got dressed in a clean tan suit with white shirt. Transforming his weapon into a scepter, he inserted it into a stylish gnarled walking cane. As he prepared to leave, he left out a small dish of water and a small cut of Mahi-Mahi steak. He nuzzled the Siamese, then stood.

I gotta go, Tink. I left out breakfast for you. If you get a chance, put in a good work for me with Mommy, OK?

He turned to the door and telepathically contacted Delilah.

D? This is Nicolas. I need to talk to you. I have had a rough night of it and I am hoping that you will believe me. Please meet me in the War Room.
 
Illustra 107th floor to the Crystaline Lobby

<< Morgan enjoyed breakfast with her mother. the kitten was nearby, enjoying a small bowl of specia milk formulated for kittens. Tinkerbell was absent by Morgan had a sense of where she was.>>

<< she didnt mind Tink visiting Nicolas, as both her cats had taken a liking to him. if only it were that easy for HER. the cats seemed to be able to do what she could not always do but for now, she didnt dwell on it. she came to an understanding and found a measure of peace last night while talking to her mother and Delilah.>>

thank you for joining me for breakfast mother.

<< standing up.>>

I'd better get ready for today. the photo shoot is in less than a few hours and with Haleigh unable to oversee the shoot, Im having to rely on her most senior assistant. despite my reservations....the shoot will go on as scheduled....at the rockefeller center plaza fountain. goddess help me if anything should go wrong....

<< she sighed as she excused herself to her chamber of dreams and master bath to shower and prepar for the day. after showering and refershing herself, as she was going to participating in the shoot, she dressed down, wearing a pair of figure flattering Bebe jeans with a clingy black top and some high heeled boots. her blonde hair pulled back into a twisted bun.>>

<< she grabbed her matching leather BeBe bag with her personal items and accessories that any model would travel with. passing down the hall and down the stairs back to the main floor, she came through the sitting room where her mother was.>>

there's passes for you and the rest of the gang to come watch the photo shoot if you want to. i'll be in touch later after the shoot... and mom...thanks for all your help and support

<< after hugging her mother and kissing her on the cheek, Morgan picks up the kitten and nuzzles her before kissing her lightly on her forehead.>>

bye bye little baby!! you enjoy your "grandma" today and mommy will see you soon.

<< setting the kitten down next to her mother, Morgan quickly leaves...heading out of the penthouse and down the hall to the elevator.>>

<< calling Ava on her cellphone.>>

>>Morgan: Ava? good morning, it's Morgan. If you're ready...i'll meet you down in the crystaline lobby. Mike will be driving us to the photo shoot this morning....and ive checked with the senior assistant photog at Liquid Crystal, everything is in place and Madonna is en route.

<< Morgan rode down the elevator to the crystaline lobby, wondering what Delilah, Cameorn and Nicolas were doing. How Cameron was adjusting to being in Alison's apartment with her not there...and how NICOLAS might be feeling. She couldnt get him out of her mind right now and with Tinkerbell in his apartment right now, she wondered what her familiar was exactly doing there.>>

<< and then of course, there was Haleigh. Had what Delilah did last night been enough to halt the passive attack on Haleigh's systems? would she wake up with a new calm and center and be able to function? WHERE WAS SHARON, ALYCIA or even RICK?>>

<< so many things....all at once...but Morgan was DETERMINED to keep it together and go forward. she wouldnt have folded any OTHER time...and now was NOT the time to do it.>>
 
Illustra- 107th flloor

<< Karen smiled as she hugged her daughter good bye for the day.>>

you're my daughter, Morgan. Of course I will be there to support you and help you when you need it. no matter how old you are...or how far you go in your powers, I'm ALWAYS your mother.

<< Karen smiled as Morgan nuzzled the little kitten and handed her over to her. Karen gently gathered the kitten in her arms and stroked her tiny head with two fingers.>>

You have a wonderfull day sweethearet. the kitten and I will enjoy some leisurely time before I have some paper work to do regarding some new clients referred to me from a firm that i donate some of my time to.

<< as Morgan hurridly left, Karen turned, looking out at the panoramic window..the sky was bright, the sun peaking through rolling clouds...but there were a few SEAGULLS in the air...they seemed to swooping about, and calling out to each other. Karen wondered if this was a bad sign..considering all the other recent bird activity and attacks.>>

<< she looked down at the kitten who seemed to be a bit nervous.>>

you see the birds too, huh baby?

<< she held the kitten close, making sure to keep her feeling secure and comforted.>>

don't worry...we should be safe in here. I just hope your mommy and ava will be safe where they're going.

<< she looked a bit longer, before walking away, carrying the kitten with her as she went to sit down and enjoy a cup of tea and a new chapter in her latest novel of choice.>>

<< her thoughts divided between the book and Morgan and the six ...so much as happening and this was the hardest caper yet because so far.they'd only been able to REACT and now with Alycia captured...they were FURTHER behind in their attempts to control the situaiton. Karen would do whatever she could to help. too many lives were at stake, both in the six and those connected to the six...not to mention scores of innocent people if these BIRDS were about to regroup and attack.>>


<< she hadnt seen or heard from Nicolas since she left the war room. she could tell he was affected by the blow out with Morgan...but even in the midst of that, he still had time to look upon Ava's form with those roving eyes of his. So young...so full of hormones. Karen felt that she neednt worry too much, the young man would come to her if he needed her.>>
 
:: After a surprisingly uneventful night, Ava had finished preperations for the runway show/gala. If everything went down without a hitch, it would be one of the most lavish events in New York City this year. ::

:: Roaming around her kitchen, Ava had finished a small bowl of Special K with strawberries and placed the empty bowl in the sink. Picking up her mug of black coffee, she took a small sip as she walked past Onyx who was eating a T-bone stake happily in the diningroom. Walking back to her bedroom, the Donna Karen dresses that arrived for both herself and Morgan last night, were sent straight to the photoshoot ahead of time. So Ava didn't have to put much thought into what she wore. Throwing on some dark wash skinny jeans and a simple fitted black button down shirt, she left it untucked and rolled up the long sleeves to her elbows. With the first few buttons undone, she gave a playfil peek at her clevage, 'spicing' up the usually bland outfit. Slipping on some black pumps, even dressed down, Ava was able to make the outfit smoking. ::

:: Running a brush through her waved hair, she reached over to her ringing cell phone, answering it. ::

"Oh, Good morning Morgan. Alright, I should be down there in 5 minutes. I already had the custom made Donna Karen dresses picked up by wardrobe this morning. They arrived about a half hour ago, so everything seems to be on schedual thus far."

:: Hanging up, Ava grabed her Chanel hobo purse and made her way out of the apartment and to the elevator. Minutes later, she arrived in the crystaline lobby seeing Morgan by the front desk. Taking out a pair of large black sunglasses, she slipped them on as she walked over to Morgan. ::

"Ready when you are....Actually.."

:: Placing her hand on Morgan's forearm, preventing her from walking, Ava knew they only had a few minutes before Mike arrived, and she wanted to take this opportunity to atleast clear the air with Morgan. ::

"I wanted to apologize for last night. I didn't make the situation any easier for you by....sitting on my high horse and disregarding how both you and Delilah felt about Sharon Kelly. I have a tendency to get that way when i'm nervous about the outcoming of something involving people I care about. But I do empathize about what you're going through...and even though i'm a 'Cassadine', I will do everything in my power to help save your friend."

:: Even though her eyes were covered by her large sunglasses, Morgan would be able to tell by her voice that she was sincere. Morgan was having a difficult time with this, as was Ava. Sharon Kelly wasn't one of her biggest fans (not that there were many anyway), and Haleigh was a huge target in this. Not to mention other little tidbits Ava would much rather forget about than speak of. Clearing her throat in an attempt to stop the awkward silence, Morgan was in work mode and this probably wasn't the best way to start of the day. But Ava needed to say it. ::

"Alright then...[looking over to the front doors of the lobby] Mike's here. We should get going."
 
Illustra- crystaline lobby

<< as Ava met with Morgan and they waited for Mike to come round the circular drive, Morgan greeted the woman and listened as she spoke. She really appreciated AVa's sincerity and understanding about this terrible situation that Morgan found herself in.>>

<< Morgan didnt look nearly as angry or upset as she did last night. her face was refreshed and her eyes had a natural sparkle to them as she looked upon her new business partner.>>

Thank you, Ava. I really appreciate that, but i owe you an apology as well.

<< she said in an icy voice.>>

I realize that you're not just "Persephone", you're also Haleigh's SISTER. I sometimes forget about the lasting effects of the seige perilous despite my own experience with it. There are many people among us in the six who have less than pleasant memories of the Cassadine legacy and yet you've taken the company and alligned it with Illustra DESPITE the backlash against yourself.

you're here with us NOW inspite of our battle in Greece when Alycia came to apprehend your father and now, you're doing your best to stand by your sister. I blamed her for alot of things last night....and when i did that, i reverted back to an earlier mindset where Haleigh was ALWAYS the problem. I don't hate her, and I know its no HER fault that Sharon is in the current state she's in....I went to the cell because i wanted to find some CONCRETE answers to better help Haleigh and what i found, I just couldnt handle very well.

<< sighing as she took a moment to find her own pair of black rimmed, over ssized, Escada sunglasses.>>

I talked with my mother last night and I was able to get ahold of myself. This is probably the WORSE caper ive been in since I've returned from the Seige because its passive....its not something i can go to and deal with diretly and now with Alycia out there in the hands of Rick RIley and us not being able to do anything about THAT right now while ALSO waiting for Sharon to possibly strike at any moment, its ALL closing in on me.

<< walking forward with ava to the row of double doors.>>

I wont be able to do this alone. I realize that now and my mother and Delilah helped me to understand its OKAY to look to the team for help and support. we all have some kind of personal stake in this...and we need to help each other as we try to help and save those we care about.

and also getting through our daily obligations as well.

<< she spoke as she looked out the doors. no birds there in the office park, but high above...very high above...there were a few seagulls flying around in the air, seeming to circle around the clouds under the sunlight. their noisy calls to each other were rather faint and echoy this far down.>>

well...at least the birds seem to be doing something other than staring at us for a change. maybe that's a good sign.
 
:: Ava appricated Morgan's candidness about everything. It was major progress for the two, that was for sure. Walking with Morgan to the lobby doors, Ava gave her a faint smile. ::

"Thank you, Morgan. I'm glad that we could clear the air and find a mutual understanding about each others situations. The last thing I wanted to do was alienate myself once again from the group....I certainly learned my lesson from the last caper."

:: Being just as open with Morgan as she was being with her, Ava opened the lobby door, allowing Morgan to walk out first. Following behind, Ava looked into the air as Morgan mentioned the lack of birds. A few seagulls caught her eye, but they seemed much more timid than the last batch of birds they experienced. ::

"Perhaps. Lets just hope the lack of birds lasts through the duration of the photoshoot."

:: Wrinkling her nose as her glossy full lips turned into a semi frown, Ava's superficial side began to surface. ::

"I'm going to look terribly washed out in white. And old...Doesn't white usually make woman look old?"

:: Laughing softly as Mike pulled up, Ava waited for him to open the door for the two woman. ::

"It certainly made Athena look old."

:: Smirking while she snickered softly, Ava was well aware that Morgan admired Athena, but she couldn't help but make little blows about her adversary every now and then. They may have 'come to terms' for the most part, but there were decades of hatred between the two woman that wouldn't just go away over night. Regardless, it was a funny joke to Ava atleast. ::
 
[ Delilah awoke from under her white down comforter and yawned. She stretched her arms up over her head, but didn't yet move to get out of bed. She felt confident that she and Karen had done some good for Morgan, and the new day promised that things would look up for them. She threw off her covers as the daylight was coming through the white shear curtains on her bedroom windows. She walked to the bathroom and turned the water on hot.

She was just soaping up her hair and starting to get fully awake when a voice startled her so that she almost slipped on the wet tub.

She surpressed a growl. ]

NICOLAS!

[ She rinsed her hair, wrapped a towel around herself, and stormed out of the bathroom. She waved at the intercom for Nicolas' floor. ]

"Nicolas King - if you ever use that telepathic mumbo jumbo on me when it's not an emergency I WILL have your bollocks for breakfast. This intercom system was installed for a REASON. I'll be on the security floor in fifteen minutes."

[ Promptly fifteen minutes later Delilah stepped off the elevator to the security floor. Her hair was still damp and she'd dressed quickly - but not too quickly - in yoga pants and a tank. Maybe she'd go for a run later. It was feeling like that kind of day. ]
 
War Room/Ground Level

As Delilah snapped back her reply in the intercom, Nicolas covered his mouth to suppress a chuckle. It was an important matter and so he had not thought to use the intercom, but the added effect of getting under Delilah's skin was a bonus for him. No matter how many times he pulled her chain, she never failed to bark and even though he respected her, he still could not pass up a moment to bother her.

But at this moment, he had something to show her that he was unsure what to do with. he believed that it was actually a bit more than a dream. he felt a foreshadowing about what could happen if they simply approached Sharon Kelly to talk.

Nicolas was already in the War Room when Haleigh arrived. He nodded to her as she entered, standing. She looked as if she might give him another piece of her mind but he held up his hand for her to hear him.

Delilah, I am sorry. It is a hard habit to break in a stressful situation. I wanted to show you this vision that I had from last night. I am concerned that this was actually and indication of her mindset and likely reaction to facing us, gleaned in part from the moment of contact I had with her mind. The power levels and attack styles are consistent with the specs from Mystech.


Nicolas erected a projection that showed the entirety of his dream from last night, up to the point of his own flaying by Sharon. As it replayed, he did not move, simply standing stoically as the vision played out. Once it was finished, he turned to Delilah.

Delilah, I am concerned about today. I wanted to show you what I saw last night. I believe that it is much more than a dream. What do you think we should do?

**************************************

While Nicolas asked Delilah for her opinion, Mike had arrived downstairs to pick up the pair of executives for their shoot. He had already been organizing security for this event per Nicolas and these two were his personal responsibility. As they walked to the car, he nodded politely to Morgan...

Ms. Victoria, good morning.

and VERY politely to Ava.

Ms...Cassadine, It's my pleasure.

As he helped them both into the car he was quite the professional, but Ava would surely see that he took notice of her. Still, as quickly as the moment came, it had passed and Mike was back to all-business mode, closing the door and getting in the driver's seat.

This car was slightly different than the usual, thought it looked the same. The car was armored more heavily than normal and had some basic armaments available to the driver in front and the rear. A little something he cooked up for the occasion. Mike placed the car in gear and they were off...
 
from Illustra to Rockefellar Center

<< Morgan smiled at Ava as the two women shared their honesty with each other. they werent each other's enemies and pointing fingers was not the way to go. they BOTH had high personal stakes...and if they could help each other..then perhaps both their loved ones, Sharon and Haleigh would come out on top.>>

<< Morgan felt encouraged and as they stepped to the doors, Ava opened them for her and they walked out together. Ava too noticed the lack of birds...save the few seagulls far up in the air she sounded a bit wary as she commented to Morgan about them and who could blame her. the birds had been all the rage in NYC these last few days...and NOT for a good reason.>>

<< Ava went on to express her misgivings about wearing white.>>

that's why we did a custom fitting for you. these dresses are FAR from making you look old and I have the best hair and make up team on the east coast they could make Muccia Prada look like something HUMAN rather than the wrinkled up piece of leather she looks like now. You've nothing to worry about, with your facial structure, you're a natural for this.

<< Ava went on to comment about Athena. Morgan couldnt help but smirk a bit at the catty comment.>>

MeOW!!

<< she said with a chuckle as Ava seemed to enjoy her own joke as well.>>

<< as Mike arrived, Morgan smiled and greeted him as he opened the doors for her and ava. He'd get them there fast and safe and with time to spare, so Morgan relaxed as she sat in the back cab with Ava the limo pulled out of the circular drive and off they went to their destination.>>

I've asked Cameron to stay in Illustra for the time being. He's our strongest telepath now and I need him to look for Alycia. If she's anywhere in the city...and still conscious...he should be able to pick up on her thoughts and perhaps h e can guide us to her. Cameron wanted to stay anyway....because of Haleigh. He cares about her a great deal and that's something SHE needs now...whether she knows it or not...people who are going to stand with her through this whole ordeal.

<< looking down at her well manicured hand for a moment. thinking about Alycia>>

Alycia may be trained to fight now, she may have federal power behind her and have access to powerfull weapons, but Rick Riley was a highly decorated and ELITE level Marine commander, a trained killer AND working for MysTech allowed him to plummet to new depths of depravity. if Rick Riley is out to settle a score with Alycia and Haleigh...he's going to have prepared for her even as she is now. If Sharon is in league with Rick...he may use HER to hurt Alycia or WORSE. that's the sort of sick, twisted thing he would love. this is the same man who tried to RAPE Sharon the last time he was in contact with her. We've GOT to find Alycia and Sharon before it's too late!

I hope that what Delilah did last night has brought substantial relief to Haleigh as well. How was she when you left this morning?

and something else...i wanted to talk to you about Zach. My mother and I...we arent so SURE that he's HELPING Haleigh. My mother suspects that he's been an ENABLER more than anything else and that was one of the reasons why she barred him from their last session. You've been in contact with him more than we have lately...what is opinion of him?
 
Alison's Penthouse

:: Cameron awoke as the sun creeped in through the blinds of his sister's luxury penthouse. He had stayed in the guest room, knowing enough to know that if Alison came back and found him sleeping in her bed all high and mighty, she would kick his ass from here to eternity. His mind was tired from looking for Alycia for the good part of last night, but even still he kept his mind's eye OPEN, hoping to pick up the faintest trace of the woman. He went to the kitchen. It was funny, most of her food was still fresh. She hadn't been gone long. Cameron took a moment to wonder what it would have been like if he had come back a few days prior to his sister's departure. Sighing, he took out a carton of orange juice and poured a glass, gulping it down. ::

"That hit the spot..."

:: It was at this moment Cameron stopped to check something, lifting up his shirt, he noticed a light scar on his lower abdomen, something that definitely hadn't been there before. It was at this moment that Cameron began to REMEMBER things. He remembered getting called up to Nicholas' balcony where Sharon Kelly stood tall, hovering in the air like a fallen angel. Everyone was there; Delilah, Ava, Morgan and Karen. They were all blasted back by a sonic scream and BUTCHERED by the stars that Morgan and Nicholas had found in the cells. This meant that Sharon Kelly in fact had killed the men down there, and it was a hint to her powers. Was it a dream? Did it really happen? Whatever it was, Cameron rubbed the scar. His telepathic powers had seemed really super charged lately, and he also noticed he could no longer use his telekinesis, he figured it was an effect from coming back from the grave, and he didn't really have time to worry about that. The scar on his stomach, the scratch on his face from his vision of Sharon Kelly. He felt stronger than ever, and yet he couldn't find Alycia or Sharon or Rick Riley. Looking at a picture of his sister on the wall, he sighed heavily. ::

"This would be alot easier if you were here, sis..."

:: He walked over to the picture frame and touched it softly before heading into the shower and changing into new and fresh clothes. Since he was technically dead he couldn't really go anywhere, but he knew he would have to talk to Nicholas about what he had seen. Sharon Kelly had saved him for last, which meant he was a key component. Quickly he headed up to Nicholas' apartment and knocked on the door, sending him a mental note. ::

"Hey King, it's me.. I wanted to talk to you about something I saw last night.."
 
Connetitcutt- secluded forest off of a lake

:: the darkness begins to fade....and soon , it is BLASTED away as the sound of gunfire jolts Alycia awake with a start of fear.::

:: she finds herself bound at her wrists and ankles, tied to a chair and her body is still aching from the trauma of the night before.::

oh....that was not fun at ALL!

:: she groans as she looks around...realizing that this place she is in is familiar. it's Sharon's luxury cottage in the secluded forest.::

but this...this means im not in NYC anymore. I wont be able to contact...

:: she silenced herself, realizing that it was too quiet and that Rick Riley could be ANYWHERE. the LAST time she was here, was with Sharon...when they were being hounded by the Super Soldier! they had taken refuge in the underground bunker that was only a few paces away from the cottage. in this wooded area, and with no one around...how would she summon HELP?::

:: her mind RACED , as she realized she was not terribly injured...more her pride at being taken so quickly than anything else. she also realized that this was part of some game..a sick game. he brought her back here for a reason..and psychological warfare was one of Rick's forte's. she wouldnt let him get away with this. he might have been a horrid, depraved man, but she was prepared to fight him on more than one level now and though she was alone...she would NOT give in without one hell of a fight.::

i can get out of this...i just have to remember the techniques i was taught. this kind of thing...

:: she said while sruggling::

is BASIC!


:: still, the bindings were more than simple rope. she'd be at this for a while if she had any hope of freeing herself and once she DID get loose, how would she send word about her location?::

Cameron...if your listening.......i'm.....

:: Rick Riley appeared...slapping her across the face.::

Rick Riley: Ms. Barnett, you didnt REALLY think you were alone did you?

:: he said, standing over her.::

Rick Riley: even if you DO manage to escape, my pretty black bird. You will not get far and you will NOT survive. You are here for the FINAL act in a play that I intend to finish....but NOT before Haleigh is brought here to join you.


:: Alycia's head was still turned to the side from being slapped, her raven black locks covering her face now as she slowly turned to face RIck with a glare of contempt.::

Alycia: Haleigh? you want to bring her here? then that must mean you want The Six to come and crash your party AGAIN. You're PATHETIC, Riley. You ONLY do this when you're SURE a woman cant fight back. Maybe THAT'S why Haleigh left your command...because you were LOUSY and she was BETTER.

Let me tell you something, you twisted bastard, I'm GOING to get out of this and when I do..i'm going to KILL YOU! YOU want revenge??? well TOO DAMN BAD because there's more than a FEW people lined up waiting for YOUR head on a silver plater but I will BEAT them to the punch once i've cut your DICK off!

Rick Riley: :: pulling Alycia's hair back forcefully, causing her head to snap back and her neck to be exposed::

You've got ALOT of mouth..just like you always did BEFORE. I could just KNOCK all your teeth out with my new bionic arm and we'd see THEN just how much you had to say...but I'll keep you're pretty little face in tact for now. you're loud mouth isnt going to derail me from my goals, Ms. Barnett, and soon, you'll have the pleasure of watching as I MORE than repay Haleigh for what she did to me...both in the military AND in the Cell..

:: Alycia grits her teeth as he lets go of her hair. she looks at him with defiance ...keeping silent for the moment and wondering what to do next. she has to wait for the JUST the right moment!::
 
:: Cracking up at Morgan's comment about her makeup artists making Muccia Prada look like a million bucks, she lifted her hands up in a playfully defensive way, shaking her head. ::

"Hey now, I may be 2,028 years old, but I don't think I need THAT much help in the makeup department."

:: Realizing she just gave away her actual age, Ava paused for a moment before pointing at Morgan and grinning. ::

"Okay, not a word to anyone."

:: Laughing once more, Ava shook her head as Mike finally opened the car door for both herself and Morgan. Allowing Morgan in first, Ava noticed Mike's greeting toward her was far more friendly than to Morgan. Smirking as he offered his hand to assist her, she took it while climbing into the car. ::

"Thank you, Mike."

:: Hmm, not bad...for a human. Lifting a single eyebrow, Ava looked over to Morgan who settled herself and began to talk about Cameron. What a way to ruin a nice conversation. Opening her purse, Ava listened as she dug through it, taking out a small sleek black compact. Opening it, she rolled her eyes hearing Morgan state that Cameron cared deeply for Haleigh. ::

"He's a clingy little bugger, isn't he?"

:: Running her ring finger along her bottom lip, Ava pressed them together. Examining the rest of her face, she wore no makeup but still looked like she had walked out of a top notch photoshoot. Closing the compact, Ava placed it back into her purse and looked to Morgan who began to talk more about Alycia and Rick Riley. Inhaling a deep breath, Ava couldn't say much about that situation. She didn't actually KNOW Rick Riley, just what she read from reports. ::

"I wish I could give you some words of encouragement; or atleast comfort....but.... I'm as in the dark about this as you are. I can only hope that Rick Riley is sadistic enough to want to bait us with Alycia, THEN attempt to hurt her, while in our presents. Sort of killing two birds with one stone? I don't know...I just hope we aren't too late."

:: Sitting back, Ava sighed out. It was hard to focus on a photoshoot when so many peoples lives were on the line right now. Both herself and Morgan were juggling their professional career, personal lives, AND six problems all at the same time. It was quite stressful. Glancing out the window, Ava continued to listen to Morgan, who now began to speak about Zach and Haleigh. Ava turned to look at Morgan. ::

"I honestly think Zach is good for Haleigh. He understands the reasons why she does certain things. He doesn't judge her or expect her to change. He's privvy to her buisness and the fact that she's not human. He cares for her deeply and tries to protect her even when he's unable to. And quite frankly, I haven't seen Haleigh this happy since...."

:: Ava paused. Blinking her gaze to the floor (although Morgan couldn't tell because of Ava's sunglasses), Ava felt intense guilt building in her stomach...::

"Since Patrick.."

:: Finally looking to Morgan, Ava gave her a 'reassuring' smile. ::

"I don't think you have anything to worry about regarding Zach."

:: Nodding her head, Ava looked away, now staring out the window. They were only a couple blocks away from Rockefeller Center; the actual set of the photoshoot and trailers could be seen from where they were. Paperazzi were already flocking around, but police and park security kept them at bay with barricades. ::

"Wow. Looks like we have an audience today."
 
NYC- Rockefellar Center

<< Morgan laughed softly a bit as she commented on Cameron.>>

Yes, I suppose he could be and with Alison not here to keep him in line...i can tell he's getting under your skin. but if its any consolation, my mother has definately endorsed his apparent change in behavior. she believes he is genuine in his efforts to plot a new path and that would INCLUDE his interactions with US. i trust her..and she doesnt give her approval LIGHTLY.

<< as Ava commented on the subject of Rick Riley, Morgan looked a bit uncertain, her own sunglasses hiding her eyes at this moment.>>

Indeed...I feel more than a little inadequate right now...it would be so much easier if i had the benefit of precognition like Alison, but then again, i dont know if i could HANDLE it the way she does.

<< as Ava commented on Zach and how good he was for Haleigh and how Haleigh hadnt been this happy since PATRICK, It sparked Morgan's curiosity. Morgan had never known Patrick as anything OTHER than the Super Soldier and Ava had known him for a long time before he was kidnapped by Malice. She had a unique perspective.>>

Patrick??

<< Morgan spoke as her mind couldnt help but recall images of the terrifying shape of the Super Soldier.>>

It's...it's hard to imagine him as anything other than the Super Soldier. Haleigh's memories were the first chance I had to see him as ANYTHING other than the hulking creature that terrified and menaced the Six. My mother was maimed battling him and even though she managed to destroy him, Haleigh never once spoke on him...the effect his tragic transformation had on her or anything else.

Alycia was the one who exposed his connection to her and at that time...she was still on shakey ground with myself and Alison. Delilah wasnt apart of the team, neither was Nicolas...we had a whole different roster.

<< soon, the limo came around to Rockefellar center, and the plaza, a throng of people could be seen, held at bay by police, barricades and other security officials while Liquid Crystal and Cloud 9 photogs and set workers were prepping the area to be used for the photo shoot.>>

Yes, it appears that we will have a lively audience today. the other models should be arriving soon and Madonna, with her team. She's only staying for a few choice shots and then she's off to finish rehearsing for the concert.

<< looking out of the window...Morgan saw that this was it. this was really happening. she hoped that it didnt turn out to be a total disaster.>>
 
:: It was difficult to listen to Morgan speak about Patrick in such a negative way. But, if she was brutally attacked by someone who nearly killed her and actually DID kill her friend, Ava didn't expect anything but negative feelings. Keeping her eyes focused outside, Ava shook her head. ::

"Patrick wasn't a monster. He was turned into one..."

:: Trailing off, the limo finally came to a hault, prompting Ava to sit up and grab her purse. Paparazzi already began to snap pictures of the limo, anticipating who might be exiting it. Looking to Morgan, Ava's demenor changed as she gave a smile to Morgan. ::

"Ready?"
 
NYC- Rockefellar center plaza

<< as Ava offered her final comment on Patrick, Morgan nodded slowly.>>

Yes...you're right. the memories proove that. It's just that neither I nor the rest of our team had the benefit of knowing the MAN who would become the Super Soldier.

<< they pulled to the area where the Illustra Inc. trailors were, Morgan nodded.>>

I have no CHOICE but to be ready << she laughs>> If this fails, or if anything goes wrong, I'll be the first super model in history to have an appointment with the unemployment office.

<< an exaggeration, as Morgan's personal net worth and other contacts through the social and fashion industry would allow her to live on comfortably even IF she were dethroned as one of the world's most celebrated super models. and she STILL controlled Illustra, even if she were to some how no longer be its "signature super model".>>

<< as they were helped out by Mike, Morgan couldnt help but notice his fawning over Ava. she rolled her eyes a bit.>>

just ask for her number already. we ALL know you want her!

<< screams of fans and watchers could be heard as camera flasbulbs went off like crazy and videographer's did their best to capture whatever glimpse of the supermodel that they could. waving to Ava, Morgan disappeared into her trailor while Ava was taken to her's . with the other models arrived and sent to their trailer, the prosess of hair, make up and wardrobe could now begin.>>
 
and so

<< Morgan and Ava enjoyed easier conversation during the ride to the photo shoot. The two women had no quarrel with each other but they were both under extreme pull from opposite ends due to the surrounding situation, NOT TO MENTION trying to juggle their careers. >>

<< but the sorceress and the goddess had alot going for them that they might not have realized and their budding friendship would withstand the tests and trials of things around them. they WOULD help each other and in that...they would be helping those around them. it was the best outcome.>>

<< now on sight for the photo shoot, the two women were being prepared to do what was considered a highly anticipated photo spread with Madonna, all of this to promote awareness and vigilance against breast cancer, a cause that Madonna held very near to her heart. Morgan also held it close to her's for her own mother had a breast cancer scare several years back.>>

<< as Illustra inc, Liquid Crystal , Cloud 9 and "madonna's people" worked to get things rolling, the skies drifted along, revealing pleasant views of a bright sun. there were some seagulls soaring high in the air...still calling to one another, but so far, they seemed not to be an issue. and with the crowds making so much noise, the seagulls were not noticed by many. things were headed on schedule .>>

meanwhile

<< at Illustra, the security floor, Nicolas arrived and was waiting for Delilah, but Cameron was looking for NICOLAS, so it would appear there would be more than two at this impromptu meeting.>>

and across town

<< St. Patrick's cathedral. many birds were now roosting on various levels of the massive cathedral. the doors were shut and it appeared that the church was simply closed today, there was no indication of the grizzly horror that awaited inside, NOR of the unholy resident that had focibly taken the place over as her temporary "base of operations".>>
 
St. Patrick's Cathedral

[ by now most of the area in the administrative building within the Cathedral had been destroyed, ransacked. the secretary that had once met with Haleigh and Zach, DEAD. Several nuns aand other attendants, DEAD..their bodies lay horribly butchered in various areas and the walls, floors and windows were sprayed and splattered with blood. Several crows and other large birds were now inside the cathedral , flying about seeming to revel in their soaring in the highest reaches of the barrel vaulted ceiling of the massive cathedral, while OTHER birds of various species congregated around and ON the cathedral even to the highest point of the building outside.]

[ there were more sounds of violence, as Sharon Kelly was TEARING APART the secretary's office, looking for something in particular it seemed. FINALLY finally she snatched a folder up, holding it in her hands and running her perfectly manicured, metallic silver finger nails over the file, it was clear what her silver eyes were gazing at.]

"application for marriage ceremony: Haleigh Davidoff and Zachary Armani"

target! monster...ENEMY!

[Sharon scanned the file and discovered where Haleigh was, at LONG LAST!]

Illustra...

[ her ghostly, airy voice echoed in the silent halls as she looked up and around...hearing the fluttering of the birds as well as the soft cooing that some of them were making. the birds...they knew where Haleigh was too..they'd seen her more than once..and through THEM, Sharon now had an idea of where Illustra was. But she REMEMBERED being there before....flashes of images went through her mind]

Morgan, Alison, Alycia, Delilah....flashbulbs, parties...Parthenon...

[so many things...pleasnt things? maybe...but as she looked down at the paper again, she FLUNG the files into the air as she narrowed her eyes with contempt.]

...found her.....KILL HER!!

[ Sharon smashes a desk with her clenched fist, an indication that she was far stronger than she ever was before. She walks out of that particular office, her tall shadow passing over the long dead victims that she came upon earlier. She is closer to her prey now more than before and her perfect hearing, not to mention the seagulls have shown her ANOTHER person whom she dearly hates...Ava Cassadine out in the open...DARING to show herself despite being the murdering heiress that she is!?]

DESTROY HER!!

[Sharon cries out and the birds shriek in unison as they are eager to comply. the birds outside also respond as well, taking to the air en mass as they prepare to fly across town and pay a visit to another one of the Silver Swan's new enemies. The birds will close in on the photo shoot, taking everyone by painfull surprise and with devastating results.....not just yet..but soon. ]
 
Illustra- War Room

[ Delilah knitted her eyebrows, the cogs in her brain turning as she mulled over the situation Nicolas had presented to her. She looked up. ]

"Have you ever had prophetic dreams before? Could this just be...a nightmare? Your mind showing you that you fear the very worst?"

[ THAT version of Sharon Kelly would certainly be a problem, and what had transpired in Nicolas' dream was not outside the realm of possibility. What Delilah hadn't said was how she was subconsiously trying NOT to believe that Nicolas' dream was a forewarning - for HER worst fear would be Morgan having to face a Sharon that had turned against them... ]
 
:: The paparazzi went wild as Morgan exited the limo first; the flashing of the blubs was bright enough to blind a person. Screams of fans roared in the air causing Ava to laugh softly. Well if they were expecting Madonna next, they were going to be very disappointed. With Mike's assistance, Ava extended her leg out of the limo and climbed out as well. Paparazzi began to take pictures, astonished that Ava Cassadine was in the same limo as Morgan Victoria. Luckily for Ava, she wore dark sunglasses, preventing her from being completely blinded from the bright camera lights. People were less welcoming to the goddess, and Ava expected as much. She was the heiress of a multi billion dollar company that provided weapons of mass distruction throughout the world, and then some. She'd be quite concerned if they were screaming FOR her. But, there were a few rouge fans that were shouting 'we love you!'. Mostly men, which amused Ava. ::

:: After entering her trailer, the best wardrobe, hair, and makeup teams began to prep her for the photoshoot. Her dark ebony hair was left down in very loose curles, giving her a glamous 'just got out of bed' look. The makeup artists played up her striking features by giving her a more 'natural' look. Applying nude gloss to her full lips and outlining her eyes with various colors of bronze shadows, Ava looked better than the majority of models present. ::

:: Slipping into a simple, yet elegant, white satin dress that fell above the knees, Ava was a bit uncomfortable in the customized outfit, but she still worked it to perfection. With a pair of white pumps that elevated her six more inches, Ava finished off her look with a simple pair of gold chandelier earrings and a small pink ribbon which was pinned above her left breast. (complete look here)

:: Exiting the trailer, one of the photographers assistances took Ava over to where they would be shooting. While waiting for Morgan and Madonna, the photographer himself began to explain to her what would be happening, poses, lighting, expressions, ect. ::
 
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