CSI:Miami Road Trip: Unlucky Number 13

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Beach house, 9:30am, 2 days later

Lori: Okay, now that we're apparently doing this...I've made up a contract with a few rules.

Scot: A contract.

Lori: *smiles* I learned from the best.

Anni: I can deal with some rules.

Tom: *crosses arms*

Lori: Okay. First, we will not be allowed contact with the other couple for the whole weekend. If this is going to be a real experiment, no one needs to be sneaking off or complaining to the other.

Anni: Sounds fair.

Lori: Current wedding rings come off. We're not devoted to the other anymore.

Scott: *nods*

Lori: Everything that's done and said here, remains between their respective couples. That means any activities and confessions or discussions aren't to leave the beach houses.

Anni: Excellent.

Lori: No intimate relations.

Tom: Hey!

Everyone: *looks at Tom*

Tom: You wouldn't remove a tiger's stripes.

Lori: I would if that tiger couldn't keep his stripes off all the other cats.

Tom: *frowns*

Lori: This is a social experiment, not a booty call.

Tom: What we do in the shower by ourselves is of no consequence, right?

Lori: *punches Tom's arm*

Tom: Ow.

Lori: Finally, no quitting. Let's see this thing to the end. We start...9:30am on Friday, we should end 9:30am on Monday. Everyone agreed?

Anni: Yep.

Scott: I'm on board.

Tom: What if I don't agree with one of the points?

Lori: Sign the document, Tom.

Tom: *grabs pen* I hope you realize this goes against everything I believe. *scribbles*

Lori: *looks down at paper* ...That says Scott Finch.

Tom: Oh, right. Oops. *scratches out signature*

Scott: Hey, that's my real signature. When did you learn how to forge my signature? And what the hell have you been using it for?

Tom: Nothing, it's not important.

Anni: *claps hands* Scott and I will be in the beach house beside you two?

Lori: Yep. *picks up envelopes* Here's the cash for each couple. It's required that we all go engagement ring shopping to make the experience more...real. Everyone gets 6 grand so make it count.

Tom: I'm not paying 6 grand for a ring.

Lori: *frowns, slams envelope into Tom's chest*

Tom: Ow. *grabs envelope*

Scott: I guess we'll take off, then. *leans over, kisses Lori's cheek*

Lori: *shoves Scott* Go away, you're not my husband anymore.

Scott: Point taken. *walks away*

Anni: See you in 3 days. *walks away*

Lori: *grabs Tom's hand* Okay pseudo-hubby, what now?

Tom: We go to a strip club and blow that 6 grand.

Lori: Can't. You already did that for your pseudo-bachelor party.

Tom: I don't remember that.

Lori: You were really drunk when you got home.

Tom: That doesn't sound like me.

Lori: High?

Tom: ...Are you sure you weren't at the bachelor party?

Lori: Now, when you proposed, you were slammed so you'll have to do it over again once we get the ring.

Tom: Wait a second. I thought we were supposed to be married in this experiment.

Lori: How do you expect us to be married if you don't propose?

Tom: I hope you don't plan on shoving me on a real alter.

Lori: I don't belong to a religion.

Tom: Alright, fine then. Marry me.

Lori: You didn't say that with a lot of zeal.

Tom: That's because I didn't mean it.

Lori: Clearly.

Tom: Why don't you propose to me instead.

Lori: Ew.

Tom: What, you're not progressive enough?

Lori: No. *smiles* Let's go ring shopping! *yanks Tom's arm*

Tom: OW!

McCauley Jewelers, 10:40am

Lori: *bends over* Ooh, shiny.

Tom: *places hand on Lori's back* Why don't you go see the cheaper ones.

Lori: I'm paying for it, who cares?

Tom: I do.

Lori: *stands straight, smiles* Halfway there.

Tom: *frowns* I have a wife, in case you hadn't noticed.

Lori: This was your idea.

Tom: Yeah and it seemed like a good idea at the time, just like all my other ideas. But now that I've signed your silly contract, I don't like the idea of being bound to you for the next 3 days.

Lori: So you only want to be with me if I'm unattainable.

Tom: That's not what I said.

Man: *steps over* Can I help you with anything?

Lori: *smiles* Yes. My fiancé and I are looking for a ring.

Man: Ooh, congratulations.

Tom: *frowning*

Man: We have a wide range of engagement rings for any budget.

Tom: Show us the cheap ones.

Man: We don't have cheap rings. Perhaps you were thinking of the word 'inexpensive'. It's what high-brow, civilized folks say. *walks away*

Tom: I'm going to kick his ass.

Lori: Stop that.

Long counter

Man: *pulls out rack* Here we are.

Tom: *looks at rings* Why are they so small?

Man: *lifts eyes* The diamonds are for people willing to pay money.

Tom: Hey, I have money. I'm just frugal.

Man: *looks Tom up and down* ...Perhaps that explains the wardrobe.

Tom: *lowers head*

Lori: These rings are very nice.

Tom: Just put back on your old one.

Lori: I don't want my old one.

Tom: It was bigger.

Lori: So?

Man: You're purchasing a new ring?

Tom: *lifts head* She and her husband divorced. It was nasty. She's using me as a rebound because my body isn't unfortunate and I wear a badge. *smiles* She may as well have married her father.

Lori: *steps on Tom's foot*

Tom: *winces*

Lori: Pick a ring, sweetie.

Tom: You pick one, honey bunch.

Lori: *elbows Tom in the gut*

Tom: *grabs Lori by the throat* Do not touch me again.

Lori: *stares at Tom*

Tom: *lets go, walks away*

Lori: *coughs*

Man: *blinks*

Lori: We'll be back. *walks away*

Outside, street

Tom: *walking*

Lori: *follows* Do you man-handle Anni that way?

Tom: No.

Lori: Just me.

Tom: You happen to piss me off in a very unique way.

Lori: *takes Tom's arm* What's your problem? You wanted this.

Tom: Do you realize what's going to happen after this is over? Anni's going to find out that Scott's everything I'm not.

Lori: That's what's bothering you? You think 3 days is going to convince Anni that Scott's Mister Perfect and she's going to run off into the sunset with him? You guys have a family together, she's not going to do that. This is just a little fun to see what the other side is like.

Tom: I should have thought this through.

Lori: Unfortunately, that's not your style. Besides, Scott didn't exactly have the biggest problem with it. I stand to lose a lot too.

Tom: *stares at Lori*

Lori: We should make the most of it. *grabs Tom's hand*

Beach house, 12:20pm

Scott: *grabs frying pan, flips vegetables*

Anni: *walks over* Something smells good.

Scott: It's lunch.

Anni: *smiles* Looks great.

Scott: Here, taste. *lifts spoon*

Anni: *grabs spoon, eats sauce*

Scott: Too salty?

Anni: It's perfect.

Scott: I was afraid of that.

Anni: Why?

Scott: I was hoping to make it more exotic.

Anni: *smiles* Maybe you just don't have the right ingredients.

Scott: ...You want to hop into the pot?

Anni: *laughs*

Scott: *smirks*

Anni: Need any help?

Scott: Sure, you can finish stirring the veggies, I'll take care of the Festivals.

Anni: *looks at Scott* Festivals?

Scott: Yeah, they're just cornbread balls.

Anni: Scott, you're allergic to gluten.

Scott: I never said they were for me.

Anni: You don't have to accomodate me.

Scott: ...Are you alright?

Anni: *lowers head* ...Tom's never made me lunch before.

Scott: Why?

Anni: It's not really his thing.

Scott: What does he do for you?

Anni: *lifts eyes* ...He takes care of the kids when I'm having a rough day.

Scott: I'd say that's better than a meal.

Anni: *smirks*

Scott: You weren't totally for this.

Anni: Neither were you.

Scott: Then why are we here?

Anni: That's a good question.

Oven beeps

Scott: Saved by the timer.

Anni: *smirks*

Scott: Shall we eat?

Anni: I'd love to.

TBC.............................
 
Boy with that Tom, it's like oil and water. He was all for it until what, he decided that Anni might be getting more out of this? Or was it the fact that there's to be no sex in this? Could that have been the determining factor? He's acting childish and bull headed. He asked for it, now he should learn from it. First thing he should learn: Keep his hands to himself. Taking out his frustrations on Lori isn' t the way to go. I do believe that this is going to be the determining factor as to how he approaches their relationship from now on. I truly hope they learn something- be careful what you wish for and you never know what you got till it's gone.:)) Words to live by.... ;)

I love the contrast between Scott/Anni and Tom/ Lori. I know that things can't be all honey dew and strawberries for them. For right now though, it's refreshing that they aren't squabbling* eyes Tom and Lori*. I know that they are going to learn something. That as much as they love each other, they still have their hearts stuck on the one's that they truly love....Either that or they learn the quickest way to the divorce line...:))

Awesome update!
 
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Beach house, 3pm

Tom: *staring at television*

Lori: Put on the Fashion network.

Tom: No.

Lori: I don't want to watch Nascar, Tom.

Tom: Too bad.

Lori: Give me the remote.

Tom: No.

Lori: I'm tired of watching crashes and bikini babes.

Tom: *looks at Lori* That's the best part.

Lori: Not while you're married to me.

Tom: Come on, this is the one thing I have to myself.

Lori: *grabs remote*

Tom: *rolls eyes*

Lori: *flips channel*

Tom: I don't want to watch a bunch of hot chicks strut down an aisle wearing nothing but lingerie and I'm opposing this why?

Lori: *smiles*

Tom: *sits forward* I love fashion.

Lori: *hugs Tom's arm* I knew you'd come around.

Tom: Check it out, check it out. She totally just tripped! *laughs*

Lori: Need some popcorn?

Tom: Do I ever.

Lori: *stands* I'll get you some. *walks away*

Tom: *cracks open beer*

Miami Beach, 9pm

Anni: *screams, laughs*

Scott: *smiles, pulls Anni into sand*

Anni: *places hand on Scott's cheek, smiling* Looks like I beat you to the finish line.

Scott: I let you win.

Anni: Maybe you're just getting soft.

Scott: Or you're too good.

Anni: I like that one better.

Scott: *smiles*

Anni: *runs hand through Scott's hair*

Scott: ...Do you think this is a waste of time?

Anni: How do you mean?

Scott: All of this is pretty-well meaningless. You'll go home to Tom, I'll go home to Lori and that's the end of it.

Anni: You think it's that cut and dry.

Scott: Yes.

Anni: Are you happy with Lori?

Scott: *stares at Anni*

Anni: It's a simple question.

Scott: It doesn't matter. I'll never leave her.

Anni: You would stay with her even if you aren't happy.

Scott: It's not about me, it's about my children. They shouldn't grow up in a broken family.

Anni: They shouldn't grow up with an unhappy father either.

Scott: Look at it realistically. Would I ever be able to leave Lori and be with you? No. It would confuse the hell out of both our kids.

Anni: So you're saying our entire relationship has been a waste of time.

Scott: Logically, yes. *sits up* But emotionally, no.

Anni: *sits up* I don't understand.

Scott: I've loved our time together. You kept me going and made me love life again.

Anni: *nods*

Scott: But we were stupid to get involved.

Anni: I agree. The thing is, we're not doing this to end up together, we're just seeing what it would be like. Granted, it's probably not the most sound idea but it's...something different. We might appreciate our own spouses by the end of this.

Scott: *sigh*

Anni: Why don't we head back inside.

Beach house, 11:30pm

Tom: *laughing* These models are ridiculous. Look at 'em! Julia's having an angry pillow fight with Shavonita because Rachael and Queenie were fighting about who left the mess in the kitchen. I have no idea why Shavonita had any stake in the argument or why Julia took sides but it's riveting.

Lori: *walks over, sits* It's bed time, Thomas. Put the television away.

Tom: You can go to sleep, I'll stay here. I want to see who gets voted off.

Lori: I can't sleep with all the noise. *takes remote, turns off television*

Tom: *looks at Lori* What'd you do that for?

Lori: I'm tired.

Tom: *lowers eyes* What are you wearing?

Lori: A nightie.

Tom: More like a shortie.

Lori: *slaps Tom* Get upstairs, husband. *stands, walks away*

Tom: *jumps up, runs*

Bedroom

Lori: *pulls blankets back*

Tom: *steps over* You want me to sleep in here.

Lori: We're supposed to be married, remember?

Tom: Excellent. *pulls of shirt, climbs into bed*

Lori: *rolls eyes*

Tom: Come join me, my beautiful wife.

Lori: *stares at Tom*

Tom: What?

Lori: It's just...weird to hear you say that. *lies down*

Tom: I guess you're Lori Carter for the next 3 days. *smiles* Has a nice ring to it.

Lori: Or you're Thomas Speedle.

Tom: Aw come on, why do you have to ruin everything?

Lori: *smirks* You chose Anni's last name.

Tom: Yeah because it sounded cool. Yours makes me sound like...like...a nerd.

Lori: So I'm a nerd.

Tom: No, you're a Carter now. And my wife is not a nerd.

Lori: You're doing it again.

Tom: What, saying you're my wife?

Lori: *grabs Tom* Say it again.

Tom: ...You're my wife.

Lori: *smiles* I never realized how awesome that sounds coming from you.

Tom: Well, you didn't have a chance to experience it before. Y'know, with the big fat "NO" and kick to the groin.

Lori: *smile fades* ...Tom, I was engaged to Scott already.

Tom: I know.

Lori: You had no right to ask me.

Tom: And you're still pissed about it.

Lori: I'm not angry that you asked me. *sits up* I'm angry that Scott asked first.

Tom: *lifts eyes* What?

Lori: Well, he didn't technically get on one knee or anything b-

Tom: *sits up* You would have said yes. To me.

Lori: And it would have been an idiotic idea to leave a good man for a heroin addict and get married off the cuff. Scott was the right choice and I love him.

Tom: If he was such a great choice, why are we here?

Lori: I don't know! It was your stupid idea, Tom! *stands* You know what? I quit. I'm finished.

Tom: Whoa, hold it. *stands* You can't quit. You signed that little paper thing that said we couldn't.

Lori: Yeah well what are you going to do, take me to court?

Tom: *walks around bed* That's your solution to everything. If you aren't getting your way or if things get too hard, you bail or find someone else to screw. And you know what? Scott's exactly the same way. It's why you two are so perfect for each other. Just a pair of cowards.

Lori: *slams fist into Tom's face*

Tom: *falls backwards into dresser*

Lori: Scott's not a coward.

Tom: *stands, wipes lip*

Lori: He's made some mistakes but he's not a coward.

Tom: Hate to break it to you Lori but he's never going to be the same guy you married.

Lori: *stares at Tom*

Tom: *walks away, slams door*

Lori: *lowers eyes*

TBC...........................
 
Yes...now...I think I distinctly stated that this was a BAD idea. Scott tells Anni that they were stupid to get involved...Tom and Lori are sparing...And the conclusion of this... Is up in the air...

Nerve wracking to say the least... I mean, I want everyone to be happy, but if that means that they have to spilt up, I really don't think that they will be happy. They have problems for sure, but I think things need to be put in perspective. No more tricks, no more stupid ideas. They ALLL need to sit and have a brutal no holds barred conversation. And if they feel as if they just can't be together...THEN they can all split up...

*sigh* THIS is why I don't have a relationship...well that and some other things... but I digress...

Excellent cliffha- I meant update:D
 
Ya See now this is the time in the program were somebody has Hot angry make up sex, But alas i'm sure we want have that here! Oh well things seem to be on the even keel once again! lol! Lori always has to resort to Tom abuse in the end! Tom has to take hi ball and go home! jeez come on let get it on! If it was me it would have done been gotten! lol!

Note to Geni and Anni: I'm gettin my Speedle Tattoo probably on Saturday if not sooner! My B-day is next Tues. and I am getting it for my B-day! I'll be taking Pictures!

Extra note to Anni: I really need some Broken Man did yall give up on it!

Great update Geni!
 
Thanks for the reviews. :D

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Miami Lab, Trace, 10:30am next day

Speed: *looks into microscope*

Katie: *walks in* You don't have a problem if I date, right?

Speed: *lifts eyes*

Katie: I won't bring any guys back to the condo or anything. Pinky swear. *lifts pinky*

Speed: Aren't you supposed to be at home taking care of 4 children?

Katie: Oh no, I hired a nanny for that.

Speed: *blinks* A nanny.

Katie: Yeah. A really young, hot one. *smiles*

Speed: *stares at Katie* Is it my birthday?

Katie: Ha. Ha.

Speed: *looks back into microscope*

Katie: But seriously. I want to date.

Speed: Have at it.

Katie: Really?

Speed: Yeah.

Katie: Excellent. I think I'll pick...Delko.

Speed: *lifts head*

Katie: He made out with Lori once, he must be fun.

Speed: ...Eric Delko.

Katie: That's the one. Latin guys are so...exotic. *smiles*

Speed: Great, one question. What happened to us?

Katie: What about us?

Speed: ...Our relationship.

Katie: What relationship? We just sleep in the same bed.

Speed: *narrows eyes* You're trying this open marriage thing just because Anni did it.

Katie: We're not married.

Speed: Maybe we should be.

Katie: *lifts brow* Huh?

Speed: Why not?

Katie: Because 'third time's a charm' is not something you want in the same sentence as 'marriage'.

Speed: Would it be so terrible? We already live together, we love each other, w-

Katie: That's not good enough? You just said it was fine if I went dating and now you want to get married. Which one is it?

Speed: I can't stop you from doing what you want to do.

Katie: *crosses arms* Big change from 20 years ago.

Speed: *places pen on table* Okay, look. I don't know how many more times I have to apologize to you but I get the feeling it'll never be enough. And I understand that I'll never be able to make up for it.

Katie: *shakes head* I'm not going to let you break me down again. We're roommates, Tim. We live in a 2-bedroom condo and the other bedroom is for when your daughter stays over. We're together out of convenience.

Speed: You care about me.

Katie: Unfortunately.

Speed: *stands, walks around table* Katie, you don't have to stay with me. We don't have to be together.

Katie: *lowers head* I have nowhere else to go.

Speed: You have a lot of options.

Katie: *smirks* Sure I do. *turns around, walks away*

Speed: *sigh*

Locker room, 3pm

Katie: *twists cap off bottle, downs bottle*

Calleigh: *walks over, smiles* Hey.

Katie: *looks over*

Calleigh: *smile fades* You alright?

Katie: *blinks* ...Yeah, I'm just headin' home.

Calleigh: You need a ride?

Katie: *throws bottle into locker* No, I can drive myself.

Calleigh: I insist.

Katie: *slams locker* Why does everyone always have to jab their nose into my business?

Calleigh: We're just worried about you, that's all.

Katie: Don't be. *turns around, staggers into bench*

Calleigh: *takes Katie's arm* Are you drunk?

Katie: No. I'm off-duty.

Calleigh: Smart answer but it's not goin' to work.

Josh: *walks over* Hey guys. *opens locker*

Calleigh: *steps back, whispers* You think you can take Katie home?

Josh: *looks at Calleigh*

Calleigh: She's drunk.

Josh: *looks at Katie*

Katie: *sits on bench*

Josh: *nods*

Calleigh: *walks away*

Josh: *steps over to bench* Katie.

Katie: *lifts head, smiles* Hi Joshie.

Josh: *sits* How's it going?

Katie: Just swell.

Josh: My day's been pretty hard.

Katie: Yeah?

Josh: Ethan got caught making out with a girl at school so he's been suspended.

Katie: *lifts brow* That tough?

Josh: ...Private Catholic school.

Katie: *nods*

Josh: How about your day?

Katie: Ugh. Your stupid wife-beating big brother.

Josh: Did he hurt you?

Katie: No. *kicks at floor* He wants to get married.

Josh: *blinks* ...For a third time.

Katie: I don't want to.

Josh: So that's what has you upset.

Katie: *looks at Josh* Are you sure you ain't related to Scotty? Because you're all touchy feely like him. *GASP* Does that mean Scott's gay?

Josh: *takes Katie's hand* Why don't I take you home.

Katie: *stands* Wait, no. I don't wanna. I'll go to your house.

Josh: Why?

Katie: I don't wanna see Timothy.

Josh: *smirks* Okay.

Beach house, 7pm

Anni: *sits on couch*

Scott: *pours wine*

Anni: *smirks* You trying to get me drunk?

Scott: *smiles* Of course not.

Anni: *takes glass, drinks*

Scott: *stares at Anni*

Anni: *places glass on table* Okay. Truth or dare.

Scott: Excuse me?

Anni: May as well play a lame beach house game if we can't do anything else.

Scott: Alright. Truth.

Anni: When's the last time you used?

Scott: Uh...8 months ago?

Anni: Wow.

Scott: Oh wait, I took some NyQuil 2 weeks ago.

Anni: *laughs*

Scott: *smiles* Alright, truth or dare.

Anni: Dare.

Scott: *slides closer* I dare you to kiss me.

Anni: *smirks* Adorable.

Scott: You know what happens if you refuse a dare.

Anni: Oh, I wouldn't want anything bad to happen to me. *kisses Scott*

Scott: *places thumb on Anni's cheek*

Anni: Mm, we just ruined the contract.

Scott: Read the fine print. It didn't say 'no kissing'.

Anni: You've had a little too much wine.

Scott: That has nothing to do with it.

Anni: I'm not sure L-

Scott: *places finger on Anni's lips* She doesn't exist for the next 2 days.

Anni: *sigh*

TBC............................
 
It's nice to put a human face to Katie. When it all comes down to it, she's just ...afraid. I can understand how this makes her afraid- to have endured what she's endured and then for him to offer up sobriety, even though that doesn't erase what's in the past... * Sigh*...what was that? A thump of understanding and sympathy for Katie? Worst things have happened... :)

Scotty and Anni...For two days, Lori doesn't exist, Tom doesn't exist...Nice two days. Although to be fair, if Tom and Lori decided to make up and hop in the sack, these two couldn't say anything * me neither for that matter...* Ah well, I'm resigned to see how this pans out:D


Awesome update!
 
Ok I can see where Katie is afraid of what she might be geeting back into with Speed, but then again shes been with him for a while now and lets face it he has been the strait one in that relationship so far! I think Speed is gonna have to really come out of his hell and show her that yes hes really seriously loves her to get her to admit that she really loves him witch I believe she really does! As many times as they've drifted back to each other theirs no doubt that they can live with out each other. they are like Lori and Tom on that playing field. Something just keeps them with each other! I guess there Soul mates! Speeds just gonna have to pull out all the stops and maybe take her away on a romantic get away and show her that he still can have fun!

Scott and Anni are about to cross that line again! you know once the kissin starts its hard to pull back from crossing over. I think Lori and Tom are at that point also except that have that aggressive love hate thing that drives there feelings towards each other where Anni and Scott is a genital Passion kinda thing! We I guess we'll see if the Love and desire win out! I smell hard driving sex on the Beach! lol!

Great update Geni!
 
Thanks for the reviews!

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Condo, 11pm

Speed: *staring at television*

Steph: *walks over, sits on couch*

Speed: *looks at Steph* You're supposed to be in bed.

Steph: Can't sleep. Dom and Tayla keep kicking me.

Speed: *nods*

Steph: Where's Grama?

Speed: I don't know.

Steph: *nods, looks at television*

Speed: You want to watch cartoons?

Steph: Nope. *lies head on Speed's shoulder*

Speed: ...You like watching The Discovery Channel?

Steph: Daddy says I'll learn.

Speed: Are you?

Steph: *nods*

Speed: Good.

Steph: Tomorrow's about dinosaurs.

Speed: *smirks*

Bedroom

Dominick: *kicks Tayla*

Tayla: STOP IT, DOMMY!

Dominick: *cackles*

Tayla: *punches Dominick*

Dominick: *frowns* Hey.

Tayla: *pinches Dominick's nose* Meanie.

Dominick: *shoves Tayla*

Tayla: *falls off bed* ...*starts to cry*

Dominick: *blinks* Noo! *jumps off bed* Stop crying!

Tayla: *crying*

Dominick: *looks around* Grampa's gonna get mad.

Tayla: *cries harder*

Dominick: *frowns, kisses Tayla's cheek*

Tayla: *stops crying*

Dominick: *stares at Tayla*

Tayla: *blinks*

Dominick: Now shushie.

Tayla: *giggles*

Dominick: *rolls eyes*

Tayla: *hugs Dominick*

Dominick: *glares*

Tayla: My Dommy.

Dominick: No. *pushes Tayla*

Tayla: *lowers eyes*

Dominick: *climbs into bed, lies down*

Beach house, 9am

Anni: *flips waffles*

Scott: *walks downstairs, leans against wall*

Anni: *lifts eyes, smiles* Morning, sunshine.

Scott: ...How drunk did I get?

Anni: *smiling* You had a very interesting sing-a-long with the soundtrack to Moulin Rouge.

Scott: *stares at Anni*

Anni: You weren't very good. You are a wonderful actor, though. I've never seen a man quite pull off fishnet stockings like you did. By the way, you owe me a new pair of stockings.

Scott: ...I hope you were my only audience-member.

Anni: I'm not sure. You were on the roof for your final number.

Scott: *rubs face* Excellent. We didn't uh...

Anni: Oh no no. You were far beyond your capability to do anything physical after your 10th shot of tequila.

Scott: I'm sorry.

Anni: For what? I was entertained. Have you ever put on a special show for Lori?

Scott: No.

Anni: You should. You're a lot more fun when you're using your tie as a lasso. *squints* I think you called Tom a 'hot little number'.

Scott: *blinks*

Anni: Don't worry, I won't tell him how attractive you think he is.

Scott: *frowns* Are you finished?

Anni: *smiles* We all need to let loose every now and again, Scott. Even you.

Scott: No I don't. *steps over to table, sits*

Anni: *walks around counter* What's so wrong about being yourself?

Scott: *holds head in hands* I wasn't myself, Anni. And you're not going to tell Tom and Lori.

Anni: I'm the best at keeping secrets. *sits*

Scott: I knew I liked you for a reason.

Anni: *smirks*

Scott: *slams head onto table* I'm never drinking again.

Anni: What do you and Lori do for fun?

Scott: What fun?

Anni: *stares at Scott* You don't go out together? At least I take Tom to the strip club for his birthday.

Scott: I guess we're fun-ed out.

Anni: What did you two used to do? Y'know, when you were in that 'new love' stage.

Scott: We used to go for lunch when she was in town. But that stopped when the restaurant we were in blew up.

Anni: Ooh.

Scott: And then there was the time I came to Miami to see her. I got beaten and mugged.

Anni: *winces*

Scott: And then when she finally came around to wanting children, she met Tom, slept with him and threw me out a month later.

Anni: ...Well I'm sure there was a reason f-

Scott: *lifts head* She didn't even tell me she was pregnant. If Katie hadn't called me, I would have never found out.

Anni: *stares at Scott*

Scott: She's pushed me away at every opportunity. I'm starting to think our whole marriage was based on her not wanting to live in a cardboard box the rest of her life.

Anni: That can't be th-

Scott: You really think she'd be with me if I wasn't a millionaire? If I wasn't part of some twisted piece of history? I feel like a mantle-piece most of the time.

Anni: But you love her.

Scott: Yeah. With all my heart. I can't decide whether I'm insane or stupid.

Anni: Maybe you should make a list of all the things you like about her. It might put things into perspective. Make you see why you still love her.

Scott: Alright. *grabs paper*

Anni: *takes pencil from counter* Here you go.

Scott: *grabs pencil*

Anni: So. What do you like about her?

Scott: *staring at paper*

Anni: ...She's a good mother.

Scott: *writes*

Anni: I'm to assume she's good in bed with the way you men get wrapped around her.

Scott: *rubs eyes* That's a matter of opinion.

Anni: *lifts brows* Interesting.

Scott: She's uh...a vindictive, whiney, autocratic bitch whose only purpose is to suck the life from everyone's lungs like a toxic plume of self-righteous indignation. *snaps pencil in half*

Anni: *stares at Scott*

Scott: *smiles* But she does make a mean apple pie.

Anni: *nods slowly* ...Okay. *takes paper* Let's do something else.

TBC.........................
 
He's spent the entire morning going through why they shouldn't work- but when it all comes down to it, Scott loves Lori. It's engrained within him, he's going to deal with it for the rest of his life. So...no more expermients:D. Everyone's with who they're supposed to be with they all need to get with that understanding and deal LOL.

Now that my rant is over- it's cute that Speed spends quality time with the kids. Meanwhile, Dom and Tayla are having some difficulties...but those were ironed right on out. It's cute what kids will do...

Awesome update!
 
Well Scott lets hear what you really think of Lori! Oh and don't sugar coat it please! I think Scott is finding it harder and harder to justify why he is still married to Lori. When he tries to find what he likes about her he seems to not be able to find anything! Well maybe he will figure it out someday!

Where has Katie run off to? Why can't Speed get his act together with her! Geez! he about as bad as Lori and Scott! can they just all get along! Lol!

They've even got the kids fighting amongst themselves! this place has gone crazy!

Great Update Geni!
 
Thanks for the reviews! :D

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Gables Estates, house, 3pm

Anni: *steps in* They're not back yet?

Scott: They're probably having too much fun.

Anni: 3pm was the cut-off, I'm sure they're on their way.

Scott: *looks around*

Anni: Something wrong?

Scott: I don't know yet. *squints* Smells like another man's cologne.

Anni: *looks around* ...You think someone broke in?

Scott: There's blood on the curtains.

Anni: *blinks* Yikes. You uh...didn't get a dog or something, did you?

Scott: *opens side desk* The gun's gone.

Anni: Okay, hold on. *opens suitcase*

Scott: *looks at Anni*

Anni: *pulls out gun* I have mine.

Scott: ...You brought a gun to our weekend?

Anni: I always carry it with me. Okay, I'll clear the area.

Scott: By yourself?

Anni: Who's the cop, Scott?

Scott: *nods*

Anni: *walks away*

Upstairs, hallway

Anni: *looks down at floor, steps into bedroom*

Matthew: *lifts head, grabs gun from dresser*

Anni: *lifts gun* Put it down.

Matthew: *stares at Anni*

Anni: Now.

Matthew: *drops gun*

Anni: What are you doing here?

Matthew: I've been shot. I need to speak with Scott. *winces, holds side*

Anni: *lowers eyes* Scott!

Scott: *walks in, stops*

Matthew: *looks at Scott* I need your help.

Scott: What happened to you?

Matthew: *grabs onto dresser* My superiors are looking for me. They're going to finish the job.

Scott: Why are they looking for you?

Matthew: The bomb. The one Tia brought to APL, I was set up by my partner, Sam Garcia. They were having an affair while she was in custody.

Scott: *lifts brow* I'm not sure I understand.

Matthew: The bomb was supposed to be a fake. It was supposed to distract everyone at the courthouse so she could slip out the back and meet him in the truck. *winces* I dropped off the vehicle, but I didn't know he supplied her with a real bomb. She was supposed to leave it there.

Scott: Why would he want to kill her and destroy APL?

Matthew: *looks down at hand* Got a message after she escaped that there was a...a bomb that we recovered 6 months before during an investigation and it was gone. After I found out, I told him I'd turn him in, I'd turn both of us in.

Scott: Okay, okay. *steps closer* We need to get you to a hospital.

Matthew: *grabs Scott's shirt* The plan was for them to escape together; I should have never gone along with it. The only reason he'd send her to APL that I can think of was to set me up.

Scott: You should sit down.

Matthew: Scott, I had motive but I didn't do it. I didn't want anyone to get hurt.

Scott: Where's your partner now?

Matthew: I don't know. He took off 2 weeks ago, leaving a mountain of evidence on me. *sits, leans against wall*

Anni: *kneels* Why did you run?

Matthew: They stormed my house, they were instructed to use any force necessary. You don't understand how angry my colleagues were that someone on their team was responsible for setting off a bomb in downtown Miami. It's the ultimate betrayal of everything we stand for. *looks at Scott* I'm public enemy #1.

Scott: You could have turned yourself in, Matt.

Matthew: Someone needed to know the truth. I'd never get a fair trial. They're already trying to kill me.

Anni: We can offer you protection. I'll talk to Horatio.

Matthew: These guys are specially trained attack dogs. Once they get your scent, they never give up. *coughs* I'm sorry, Scott.

Scott: *lifts Matthew's hand*

Anni: *dials phone*

Scott: *grabs shirt from dresser, covers Matthew's side*

Matthew: I shouldn't have helped them.

Scott: Stop moving.

Matthew: *coughs* I could have gotten a lot more killed.

Scott: *looks at Anni* Are you getting through?

Anni: The line's busy.

Scott: *looks at Matthew* Hold on.

Matthew: *reaches into pocket, pulls out paper* ...I got this for you.

Scott: *grabs paper* What is it?

Matthew: Henry...*coughs* was a bigger dog than I thought.

Scott: *furrows brows* What do you mean?

Matthew: *closes eyes*

Scott: *lifts eyes* Matt.

Anni: *lowers phone*

Scott: Matt.

Anni: *places fingers on Matthew's neck*

Scott: *looks at Anni*

Anni: *shakes head*

Scott: *stands*

Anni: *lifts head* You okay?

Scott: *opens paper*

Anni: *stands*

Scott: Cara Young, Hoboken.

Anni: You know her?

Scott: No.

Anni: He said something about your father.

Scott: Can you run a welfare check on her?

Anni: *lifts eyes* I'll see what I can do. *takes paper*

Miami Lab, A/V, 7pm

Anni: *walks over* Hey, can I get you to run a name through the database?

Katie: Sure.

Anni: *hands over paper*

Katie: Cara Young?

Anni: Yeah, out of Jersey.

Katie: *typing*

Anni: *looks up at screen*

Katie: *smirks* How was the wife swap?

Tom: *walks in* Unproductive.

Anni: *looks at Tom* Ouch. What happened to your eye?

Tom: Lori Finch.

Anni: *nods*

Tom: Suffice it to say, I'll stick with my woman. *leans over, kisses Anni's cheek*

Anni: *smiles*

Katie: Gag.

Anni: *elbows Katie*

Computer beeps

Katie: Got a hit.

Anni: Excellent.

Katie: We have a Cara Young in Hoboken, New Jersey. 19 years old.

Tom: Who's Cara Young?

Anni: Scott received some information about her, unfortunately, not much. I'm trying to figure out what she has to do with him.

Katie: *squints* Birth certificate might shed some light on that. Mother is listed as Sarah Young and father is...Henry Smith?

Tom: Yeah right. *steps forward* Didn't this guy have anything better to do than to repopulate the planet?

Anni: So Scott has a little sister in Jersey.

Tom: *smiles* 19-year old sister.

Anni: *smacks Tom's arm*

Tom: Ow. I meant that with the most respect.

Katie: *scratches head* I can't decide whether we've just jumped the shark or if Scott's a Gary Stu.

Tom/Anni: *look at Katie*

Katie: It's probably a bit of both.

Tom: You've been talking to Donahinkle again, haven't you.

Katie: She's the master of bad plot lines.

TBC.......................
 
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What can I say? You are so very awesome at throwing new plots at us, this is simply awesome. There was nothing lame about this. I love that the experiment is over and things are as they are supposed to be. Sadly, Matt is gone, but what is this??? Henry went and * in the essence of remaining PG-13, I'll stop here* But suffice to say, Bad HENRY.....

:guffaw: Katie... I love her when she's just plain out wacky...


Awesome update!
 
Thanks for the review! :)

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Gables Estates, house, 9pm

Scott: *walks downstairs*

Lori: *walks in*

Scott: *looks at Lori*

Lori: *smiles* Hey! I brought the kids home.

Steph: *runs upstairs*

Dominick: *runs*

Lori: *walks over to stairs, wraps arms around Scott*

Scott: *stares at wall*

Lori: *blinks, steps back* You okay?

Scott: *turns around, walks upstairs*

Lori: *lifts brow*

Bedroom

Scott: *unbuttons shirt*

Lori: Anni told me about what happened today. *places hand on Scott's shoulder* I'm sorry.

Scott: *nods*

Lori: ...How was your weekend with Anni?

Scott: *walks over to bed, lies down*

Lori: *looks back* Are you mad at me?

Scott: *shuts off light*

Lori: *jumps into bed* Scott.

Scott: *leans over, kisses Lori*

Lori: *lifts brow*

Scott: *rolls over*

Lori: ...Okay. *lies down*

1am

Lori: *sits up* What did I do?

Scott: *opens eyes*

Lori: Did I offend you in some way?

Scott: *shakes head*

Lori: Oh okay, I guess Anni was so awful that you had to rip out your own tongue.

Scott: *stares at Lori*

Lori: You're acting like a 12-year old.

Scott: *places hand on Lori's cheek* I love you.

Lori: Uh huh.

Scott: *rolls over*

Lori: *frowns*

Miami Lab, break room, 10am

Tom: *pours coffee*

Speed: *opens magazine*

Lori: *walks in, slams purse onto counter*

Tom: *lifts eyes* You don't work here, sweetie.

Lori: Scott's ignoring me.

Speed: *lifts head, looks at Tom*

Tom: *looks at Speed* ...The man finally cracked.

Speed: *smirks*

Lori: That's not funny.

Tom: What do you mean by 'ignoring'?

Lori: He won't talk to me. I mean, he said "I love you" last night but that doesn't count.

Tom: Do we look like girlfriends to you? Go talk to Riley or...your mother or something.

Lori: *looks at Speed* Hey! *snaps fingers* I'm your little girl! Comfort me!

Speed: Um...there there?

Lori: *frowns*

Speed: What do you want me to say?

Lori: How about "It's not you, it's him".

Speed: But he usually doesn't do anything or not do anything without a reason.

Tom: Exactly.

Lori: Why are you defending him? I'm the fruit of your loins. For all you know, he could be beating me and this is a subtle cry for help.

Speed: Is he beating you?

Lori: ...No.

Tom: If you're feeling left out, I'll beat you.

Lori: *punches Tom's arm*

Tom: Ow.

Speed: *narrows eyes*

Tom: *looks down at coffee* Hey look! Coffee! *walks over to couch*

Lori: *runs to couch, sits* Make Scott talk to me.

Speed: Maybe he just needs some space.

Lori: That's stupid. I want my hubby. *stomps heels*

Tom: God, you're attractive right now.

Lori: *looks at Tom*

Tom: About as attractive as a 6-year old.

Lori: *frowns*

Speed: Give him a couple days.

Lori: Then what?

Speed: Voice your concerns.

Lori: ...What good will that do? I want to yell at him.

Tom: Maybe you should try not talking for a while. It might be a refreshing change.

Lori: *lifts brow* What would I do all day if I wasn't talking?

Speed: *wraps arm around Lori* You are your mother's daughter.

Tom: Well, I'd hate to ruin this family moment. *stands* I'll get to work. *walks away*

Lori: I spoke to Mom yesterday. She says you want to get married?

Speed: *looks down at magazine* She's sure telling a lot of people for someone who hated the idea.

Lori: Why would she hate the idea?

Speed: I don't know. I'm not going to push it.

Lori: ...I used to think I was lucky to have Scott.

Speed: You are.

Lori: But he's not lucky to have me?

Speed: You're...a lovely young woman.

Lori: I don't believe a word you're saying.

Speed: Just give Scott some room to breathe.

Lori: Fine.

Speed: Thank you.

APL Financial, 11am

Bob: *writing*

Knock on door is heard

Bob: Come in!

Scott: *walks in*

Bob: *lifts head, smiles* Scotty! *stands, walks around desk* How are you?

Scott: *smiles* I'm doing alright.

Bob: You look put-together today, ready to get back into the swing of things?

Scott: Uh, if you'll have me.

Bob: *claps hands together* Excellent. I have 2 positions open on the floor. Data analysis might be right up your alley.

Scott: *nods slowly* Alright.

Bob: You can start Tuesday. Let me show you to your cubicle.

Scott: *starts to laugh*

Bob: *stares at Scott*

Scott: *clears throat* You're serious.

Bob: Very.

Scott: Right. Uh, one issue.

Bob: Lay it on me.

Scott: I don't work Tuesdays.

Bob: Then you'll work Saturdays.

Scott: Fine by me.

Bob: *walks away*

Bullpen

Bob: Here we are. Your work station.

Scott: *crosses arms* Looks great.

People look over

Scott: *looks around, smiles* Hi.

Bob: Don't mind them. They don't get much excitement around here. Silly tie day isn't until next week.

Scott: *smiling*

Bob: I expect you to find the craziest tie you own.

Scott: I shall do my best.

Bob: *slaps Scott on the back* Glad to have you back, my friend.

Scott: *nods*

TBC.............................
 
LOL...Tom post experiment is just full of the sharp quips for Lori. I guess this changes their dynamic. Speaking of dynamics... OO Scott's got the slip tongue when it comes to Lori. At least he did say that he loved her. That's a plus, I mean, it's not, "I hate your guts, why don't you go and die..." It wasn't that. Perhaps, she just needs to take some advice. "Give the man some space."

LOL... Katie and the marriage proposal that won't go way...She totally wants someone to comment on it...

Scotty's going back to work! I think that once he centers himself , he'll be able to handle working again. A plus, he gets to work and get away from Lori for a while. Negative, he's getting away from his kids. Find a balance and this works...lol


Awesome update!
 
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