*Taina is walking around the house. She's looking over everything, to make sure nothing is missing or damaged. She's very surprised that when they moved out of the house to the safety of the church, that the Master's army didn't come and destroy the house.*
(Taina-to herself) "I guess once we left, there was no need to come here. They were after us."
*Satisfied that everything is intact, she sits in the living-room. It is not long after that, the door bell rings. Taina gets up and answers it.*
(Taina) "Marisol, please come in."
(Marisol) "Hiya T, how are you feeling?"
(Taina) "I'm feeling tired. With everything that's been going on, I've been overlooking the way the pregnancy has been affecting me. I'm starting to feel the tiredness and morning sickness. I'm glad you are here. I have to ask you something."
(Marisol) "What is it?"
(Taina) "I know that you have your own place, and you are starting a relationship with Rodolfo, but I was wondering if you would want to move in with me. We'd be able to train together in the use of our powers, you'd be closer to Rodolfo, and living here might help you learn more about mama."
(Marisol) "I'd have to think about it. I enjoy where I am, but being here with you would be great too. I'll let you know when I come to a decision. And speaking of training, when will Carlos be back to work with us?"
(Taina) "Angelique says that Carlos will be back to normal by the begining of next week. He's going to call me to let me know when he's able to come to us. He's still in considerable pain. Rico is on his way there now to visit him."
*Carlos is watching Jerry Springer, thinking to himself, "if only you people knew what REAL drama is..." when he hears his doorbell. He gets up and walks to the door. He sees Rico through the peep-hole and opens the door.*
(Carlos) "Rico, come in!"
(Rico) "Carlos, it is good to see you."
*Rico shakes Carlos' hand and leans in and gives him a strong hug. Carlos hurts, but he doesn't say anything.*
(Carlos) "Please, sit down. Can I get you something to drink?"
(Rico) "If you have a Coke, that's fine."
*Carlos gets two Cokes from the kitchen and sits down.*
(Rico) "You've been in the house for some time now. Do you want to go out?"
(Carlos) "Yes, but I can't. It's a long story. I'll be out of here by the end of the week."
(Rico) "I know you aren't feeling up to 100%, but I feel we should talk."
(Carlos) "In regards to what?"
(Rico) "I know we won a major battle, but not the war. The baby is still missing with the remaining vampires that were under control of the Master. We killed the Master, but now that they are free, who knows what they are capable of."
(Carlos) "I was wondering that myself. Add to the fact that Andreus and Heaven are missing, and there could be trouble."
(Rico) "You don't trust Heaven?"
(Carlos) "No, I don't, but out of respect for Luna, I keep quiet. I know Luna wants to have a relationship with Heaven. Part of me will never trust Heaven. The other part acknowledges that people change, and if Angelique and Teresa can be good vampires, then so can Heaven. If Heaven truly loves her sister, then there is hope."
(Rico) "I hope your last statement is correct. Heaven and Andreus could be powerful allies."
*Rico stops talking as the apartment door opens. It is Javiar, coming in with the groceries.*
(Rico) "Here Javiar. Let me help you."
*Rico and Javiar unpack the groceries, and put them away. They join Carlos in the living-room. Javiar is carrying a small bag.*
(Carlos) "Hello sweetie, what's in the bag?'
*Rico dumps the bag on the coffee table, and out tumble a men's wear magazine, cake magazine, catering menus, music sheets, and other things.*
(Javiar) "If we are going to have a wedding, we have to start planning."
*Carlos rolls his eyes, and Rico sees this and laughs.*
(Rico) "on that note, I'll be leaving. I'll be talking to you both soon. Have a good day."
(Carlos) "Thanks for stopping by. Please tell Taina and Marisol that I will be calling them by the end of the week to set up training time again."
*Rico leaves and Javiar and Carlos get to setting up plans for a wedding. Javiar leaves later in the day, and then it is night. Carlos walks out on the balcony of his apartment. He looks up at the stars, and his mind wanders to previous battles, Teresa, Antonio, and other subjects. Suddenly, he realizes he's not alone, he turns to his right to see Heaven standing on the balcony with him.*
(Heaven) "Hello Carlos. You ARE good. You noticed my presence as soon as I appeared here.
(Carlos) "What can I do for you Heaven?"
(Heaven) "Nothing. I was curious to see how you were.
(Carlos) "Sore, but healing."
(Heaven) "I'm sorry that Angelique was unable to finish on you."
(Carlos) "No you're not. If she stayed with me, Andreus would've been in my position now. It's ok. I'm dealing with it."
(Heaven) "You don't trust me yet, do you?"
(Carlos) "No, but I'm sure the feeling is mutual as well."
(Heaven) "Yes, so I guess we know where we stand with each other."
(Carlos) "Yes we do. As long as we respect each other, it will be ok. Just so you know, Angelique hasn't given up on finding a way to get your soul back. She's going over every book she's got, looking for an answer."
(Heaven) "I appreciate that."
(Carlos) "How is Luna?"
(Heaven) "She's doing well."
(Carlos) "I'm sure you're still watching over her, so please let her know if she finds herself in a situation that she needs help, call us."
(Heaven) "I will."
*With that, Heaven disappears from the balcony. Carlos turns around and walks in. He places a crucifix on the window, and closes the drapes. He's had enough for one day, and turns in to go to bed.*