The Young and the Restless

Ok, so I just tried to post my 1 part of my fic and it said it was too long so I'm going to have break down the chapters to make this work. Uughhh! I'll be working on it.Summer of LovePart 1 Decisions and ConfrontationsCrimson LightsLily is sitting on the patio sipping her coffee and thinking about her decision to focus on graduating from college and to continue to model from Genoa City. She knows that this is truly what she wants. The thought of jet setting across the world and having photographers snapping her picture everyday was exhilarating but then she always thought back to what her mother told her about modeling. Dru loved the spotlight and attention but at the end of the day coming home to an empty house and not having anyone to share your success can be a lonely life. Her mother told her how much she regretted the fact that Lily grew up with out her Father around when they lived in Paris. With these thoughts in mind, she was 100% sure that this is what she wanted. She knew how happy her Dad and Devon were at this decision and Cane did say that whatever made her happy was alright with him. This only left one more person to tell...Chloe. She could imagine it now, Chloe pops a blood vessel and is sent to the emergency room after hearing Lily's news. At this point, Lily just didn't care and she knew that she had to stop living her life for other people and do what was best for her. She would tell Chloe later because she had more important things to think about, like meeting up with Cane later in the afternoon. The thought of meeting up with Cane put a smile on her face. Things had been going so well since they reconnected after the miscarriage. They were back to the way things were and she couldn't be happier. They had shared their emotions about the baby and they were finally moving on because they had been honest with each other.Campus HouseMeanwhile, Devon was coming down the stairs when he overheard Chloe on the phone with a supposed friend. He didn't really think it was possible that she could have friends, the thought amused him. He decided he would go back upstairs and give her some privacy until he overheard her talking about Lily.Chloe: "Yeah, I'm going to make Lily a star and she's my meal ticket to Paris and everyone will know that I discovered her. This is my big shot to make it in this business and be in all the fashion magazines. As long as this twit does as she is told, everything will work out". Chloe laughs at whatever was said on the other end of the line and replies "You want to know about Cane, ahh Cane is beautiful, caring, and sweet. He has a body like a Greek god and the things I could do to him...sinful that's all I can say". Again Chloe is laughing and has a sneaky sly expression on her face and continues, "A girlfriend, yeah Lily is his girlfriend but that doesn't mean I can't share him too. What Lily doesn't know can't hurt her. I mean I don't want her to find out but I wouldn't mind another.." At this point Devon made his presence known to Chloe by clearing his throat and she stopped dead in her tracks, turned to face Devon and ended the phone call.Devon, "What exactly are you up to?". Chloe responds nonchalantly, "I have no idea what you are talking about, just talking about fashion and the ins and outs of LA with a friend". Devon is not buying this for one second responds, "Please Chloe, don't give me that excuse, I wasn't born yesterday. You want Cane don't you?"Chloe, clearly flustered by the question but playing it like she is not, responds rather defensively with, "What, what are you talking about. That was just all a joke, you know how girls talk about their friends boyfriends and make jokes. By now Devon is annoyed by this chic who has taken advantage of Lily, "Chloe, I've heard Lily and Colleen make jokes about each other boyfriends and never have I ever heard them discuss "sharing" the other's boyfriend or wanting to do sinful things. You truly are certifiable if you think you can get Cane from Lily. It's not going to happen tomorrow, next week or a decade from now, you got that!". Devon was clearly onto Chloe's intentions so she tried to distract him with the act of female persuasion.Chloe, looks at Devon with wide eyes and tries to convey her innocence, knowing that the words she will speak will be dripping with disdain, "Devon, I would never dream of coming between Cane and Lily". She walks closer to Devon and continues, " Why would I do that to Lily, she has done so much for me, what kind of person do you think I am?" At this point Devon doesn't know what to think but he feels rather uncomfortable with her so close to his face. Chloe starts to rub Devon's arm and his chest. Devon doesn't believe it, she really is crazy. Chloe speaks,"Devon, you know I haven't really heard you speak about your girlfriend lately, what was her name, Rudy, Ronnie? Anyway's, if you ever need a woman's touch, just let me know. We are roommates now, things can be arranged". Devon grabs her hand to stop its exploration of his body and tightens his grip, Chloe smiles thinking her plan to distract him has worked. Devon flares his nostrils and the anger builds upon his face, he wants to make sure Chloe is aware of his displeasure with her. Devon replies, "First let's get a few things straight! You putting your hands on me is never going to happen again and if it does, I'd like to see you be able to tie your shoes when I get through with you. Secondly, my girlfriends name is Roxanne and I'm very much committed to her as much as Cane is committed to Lily. Thirdly, you are not a roommate and I think you have definitely overstayed your welcome! You may not have a home to go to but you sure as hell ain't staying here any longer!". To be continued

Summer of LovePart 1 ContinuedWith that said, Devon tossed Chloe's arm to the side and walked out of the campus house and slammed the door. He almost went back in to let her know that he also caught the part of the conversation of Chloe thinking she was going to use Lily to make it big in the industry and thought better of it. Let her think that she still has the opportunity to make it big, besides it was Lily news to tell Chloe that she was going to continue her contract with Jabot and focus on school. He couldn't wait to see Chloe's expression when she found out. Devon pulled out his cell and called Lily. He found out she was at Crimson Lights and he said he would be over to talk to her about something very important.Chloe just stood there with an "Oh Crap" look on her face. She thought she had Devon in her trap but he didn't budge. What is it with these people in this city, so committed to each other. Didn't they like to experiment and go wild every once in awhile. She needed to think of a plan because she knew Devon would go straight to Lily and tell her. She put her thinking cap on and she started thinking about what she would tell Lily next. She decided that playing it off like she had been drinking would be her best option. If she was drunk and just saying things and may or may not have put the moves on Devon, Lily would have pity on her and let her stay. Right?

I feel like I've been granted a second chance. I tried to read the romantics thread on the old board. I wanted to start at the beginning and read through, but I couldn't keep up so I gave up. Now I feel like I can try to keep up. You all are very creative. Keep up the great stories!

LOVE, LOVE, LOVE LANE

HEY STAR!GREAT STUFF ... KEEP THEM COMING OUR WAYWA WA SISTERHOOD

These are great I cant wait to keep reading..This is better than harlequins....You two should really put your names in as writers or scribes for the actual show, they sure need some helpKeep it comingLANE FAN FOREVER

Thanks for all the feedback! I'll keep posting the rest in little increments so you don't get overwhelmed. Summer Of LovePart 2 Friendly Advice GCAC GymCane and JT met at the gym to workout and catch up on old times. It had been awhile since they had talked and thought it was time they checked in with each other. They were both manly men but they enjoyed hanging out with each other and sharing where their lives had taken each other. JT has been talking about Reed and all the Newman family drama and how Victoria was so disgusted by her Father's actions as of late. As much as Cane wanted to hear about JT's family, his mind kept drifting back to thinking about Lily. It was killing him that he was keeping Chloe's drunken kiss from her. He would have told her the day after Chloe attacked him but Lily kept singing her praises and how much she was helping build her career. He felt the need to protect her from Chloe and at the time, he thought not telling Lily was the best thing to do. However, now that he and Lily had reconnected emotionally and physically. He felt guilty for not telling Lily and letting her think Chloe was a good friend and co-worker. Chloe was certainly not a good friend and he didn't trust her and neither should Lily. Cane knew that he had to tell her, he just didn't know how without upsetting her.JT looked over at Cane and saw his brow furrowing with each curl of the free weights he was lifting. He decided it was time to bring Cane back to reality because he wasn't listening anymore. JT calls out, "Cane...Cane...Cane!" Cane hears his name and responds, "Hmm.. what? What were you saying?" JT makes light of his daydreaming an jabs back with, "You know, if I'm boring you with my family, you can find someone else to spot you on the bench press." Cane realizes that he had completely zoned out while JT was talking. "Hey, I'm sorry JT. I zoned out on you, didn't I? I just have so many things on my mind." "You mean Lily, how are you guys doing now?" JT found out through the grapevine that Lily had complications with her pregnancy and lost the baby. It saddened him because he had been going on and on about Reed and Cane had just lost his child not too long ago. They had never talked about it but Cane knew what JT was asking so he responded, "Lily is doing better and we are moving forward, thanks for asking." Cane still had a troubled expression on his face and JT wanted to make sure everything was ok. "Are you sure, do you have anything else on your mind?" Cane wasn't sure he wanted to tell JT but he decided he had nothing to lose and could use some friendly advice.They both moved to the bench press and Cane sat down on the bench and prepared himself while JT stood waiting to spot Cane. Cane starting lifting and with each rep he felt some tension release and he explained to JT about Chloe and how she pretty much had invaded their lives. She was always interrupting intimate conversations between Lily and him. How she had a complete lack of respect for anyone and everyone but yet Lily was still kind to her and had offered her a place to stay when she had nowhere to go. Then he told her about the night Chloe got drunk and assaulted him with an unwanted kiss. Cane then went on to say how he was going to tell Lily but how she kept going on an on about Chloe so he decided not to tell her because he didn't want to upset her. However, now he realized it was a mistake not to tell Lily and that she needed to know what Chloe was capable of.JT and Cane switched positions and JT began to lift the bar while Cane now spotted him. He took in all the info and wanted to offer his friend the best advice that he could. "Wow, you do have a lot on your mind and there are two things that I know for sure. One, you need to tell Lily everything that you just told me because she needs to know what kind of person Chloe is. She doesn't deserve to have some awful woman trying to reek havoc in her life. Second, Lily might be mad at first but she will forgive you. She is one of the nicest people I know and she will find a way to see your point of view, eventually." Cane took the advice to heart and knew it was the truth but he couldn't get over the fact that JT knew Lily so well. "Is there something I don't know about you and Lily?" JT laughed so hard he almost dropped the bar on his chest, "Hahaha, relax we have always been friends. When Colleen and I dated, Lily hung out with us a lot and I really got to know her. She has been through a lot for someone her age and I just don't want to see anything bad happen to her. You are a good man and that's exactly what she needs. You are a vast improvement from Daniel and Kevin." Not that Cane really thought anything had happened between Lily and JT but was reassured to hear that he was right. "Wait, Lily dated Kevin?" "What, you didn't know that?" "I guess we are still learning about each other everyday. Kevin, really?" "Don't get too worked up about it. That bridge was burned a long time ago and I know for fact, it's something that Lily doesn't like to talk about. In fact, she would probably be mad at me for even telling you about it. When she is ready, I'm sure she will tell you about it." Cane stored this information into the back of his brain and realized that there was still a lot of things they didn't know about each other. He couldn't imagine Lily dating Kevin and he would never be able to look at him the same. Cane and JT finished their workout, cleaned up and went their separate ways. Cane was headed to Crimson Lights to meet up with Lily for their date. It was going to be very simple, meet for coffee, maybe rent a movie and eat take out. He liked that about Lily. They didn't have to make a big to do about a date and it would still be the best date. As long as they were together nothing else matter. Not that he didn't mind making a big to do and giving her the world. It was just nice to know that she didn't care what they did or how much money he spent on the date. She just loved being there with him and loved him for who he was and not for his money. The thought of the love that she had for him still made his heart race and he knew that he had to tell her when they met up. She had to know and she had to forgive him. to be continued

Thanks for starting this thread! It will be a breath of fresh air and escapism while the dark days of Lane proceed on CBS. Let me know when the silly Chloe show is over!

Wow I wish the show writers would read this and maybe get a clue as to where this couple needs to go and they also need to get Cane some Man friends other than his drunk buddy in town on a layover...JT and cane need to be friends again that way maybe JT will decide to investigate the wretch as a favor for them!!!

Thanks for the feedback everyone! So glad you're all enjoying the stories. I will try to post some chapters everyday until you're all caught up to the point where I'm at in the story. LEAP OF FATE Part 4 She was dreaming. She knew that but for the life of her she couldn’t remember the last time she had had a dream and especially not one so vivid. “Who are you?” asked Lily staring at the middle aged lady. She was dressed as if heading to a ball. She wore a green gown with very little make-up, emerald jewelry and swept up hair. She knew her but couldn’t figure out how. “I’m you, silly. Well, an older version of you actually. But never mind that. What are you doing?” she asked. “What am I doing? I was trying to sleep before you interrupted”, said Lily getting irritated. “Forget sleep. He’s more important”, she replied. “Who’s more important?” asked young Lily now confused. “Cane! That’s who. Why do you keep pushing him away?” she asked. “You know why”, retorted young Lily. “You were there. You know what happened with Daniel”. “Cane isn’t Daniel or haven’t you figured that out yet”. “Yes, I have figured that out thank you very much. But I don’t know if I can go through all that again. What if he breaks my heart?” asked young Lily. “That’s a chance you have to take. You can’t lock yourself up in this apartment forever. You have to live. And yes, that means opening your heart and being vulnerable again”, answered older Lily. “And what if I’m not willing to take that chance?” asked young Lily. “Then you will miss out”. “Miss out on what?” “That is not for me to tell you. You have to take the chance to find out. Answer the phone before the person hangs up”, replied older Lily disappearing. Ring, ring, ring…“Hello…hey Marc…what’s up? …Today? Okay. Alright, I’ll be there in an hour. Bye”, said Lily stretching and getting out of bed. What was that dream? What does it mean? What did she mean it’s not for her to tell? Oh, forget it you’ll never be able to answer that, she thought picking up the phone. “Hey, good-morning…it’s Lily”. “Hey, beautiful”, answered Cane smiling. “I’m sorry to do this to you today but I have to go into work for a while and I’m not sure how long it’s going to take”, said Lily apologetically. “Don’t worry about it. I can’t expect to have your undivided attention as I’ve had for the past 6 days forever. Besides that will give me enough time…call me when you’re done, okay”, said Cane mysteriously. “Enough time for what?” asked Lily excitement in her voice. “To surprise you”, said Cane. “Cane…what surprise?” asked Lily. “I’m not telling. You’ll find out soon enough”, said Cane laughing. He could picture her trying to figure it out. “Okay. I’ll see you later then. Bye”. “See you later. Bye Baby”, said Cane. Perfect, he thought already grabbing his phone to make the arrangements.A while later Lily arrived at the Magazine. “Marc, this had better be good, my friend”, said Lily walking into her office. “It is. Take a look at this”, said Marc handing her a large envelop. Opening it Lily couldn’t help but gloat when she saw the spread. “I told you she had it in her”, said Lily full of pride that Serena had come through after all. “Yes, I know. I will never doubt you again”, said Marc looking apologetic. “I also have this for you”, he said handing her a smaller envelop. “What’s this?” she asked opening the envelop. She was smiling when she saw the pictures. They were of her and Cane when he’d pose with her. “Thank you”, she said. “No need to thank me”, he said looking at her intently. “What?” she asked. “Oh, nothing! I’m just glad you’re living life again, that’s all”, said Marc. “What are you talking about?” asked Lily. “Couple nights ago my wife and I went to the Tower for dinner and imagine my surprise when I saw you walk in with none other than the gentleman in the photograph”, said Marc mock surprise in his voice. “Oh, that. Well he’s here for a while and we’ve been seeing each other”, said Lily blushing. “Hey, listen I’m just happy for you”, said Marc. “Thanks, Marc. Are we done?” added Lily. “Yeah, we’re done. You can go back to your Aussie friend now”, said Marc walking her to the door. “Who said that’s where I’m heading?” asked Lily. “I dare you to tell me I’m wrong”, said Marc. When she didn’t answer he asked “What are you doing for the rest of the day?” “I don’t know. It’s a surprise”, said Lily laughing at his expression and heading for the exit. To be continued...

LEAP OF FATE Part 5 Leaving the building she pulled out her phone with the intention of calling Cane to let him know she was done but thought better of it. She was becoming too depended on his company. What was she going to do when he went back to his life? She was going to miss him. That’s what she was going to do. He was making it nearly impossible for her not to fall for him. He was always bringing her flowers, holding her hand and kissing her palm or making her feel like she was the only woman he saw whenever and wherever they went. He was a charmer; that Cane. If she wasn’t careful he just might be able to charm the pants right off of her. Not to mention the way he made her feel; like she was the most precious thing in the world. She loved that feeling. It was like nothing she had ever experience before. Then there was the way he kissed her. God, the man sure knew how to kiss. She would go limp in his arms the second his mouth found hers. Really, the English language hadn’t yet come up with the words to describe the man. Inadequate words! She was hampered by them. Yet, she did have feelings for him but how deep those feelings went she wasn’t ready to find out. If she was being completely honest with herself she would say that the moment before they had gotten to the Eiffel Tower that first day touring the city when he had kissed her had been…no she couldn’t afford to think like that. Six days wasn’t really enough to know someone, was it? Yet, she sometimes felt as if they had known each other all their lives. They were able to talk about any and everything without seeming to get bored. She had taken him to some of her favourite places in Paris and he hadn’t complained once even when they had spent the whole day biking the French countryside. In fact, he always made it a point of telling her what a great time he was having. It was too bad it all had to come to an end. Or did it? She didn’t know the answer. And that was part of the problem. There was still so much she didn’t know about Cane. Sure they had talked about everything under the sun but they still didn’t know each other all that well. They didn’t talk about their families or their past. She knew why she didn’t bring up her past or her family for that matter but why didn’t he? What was he hiding? She knew she was just picking at straws because she was sure he would answer all her questions. She just had to ask. It was her doing really. She had asked him to take things slow and that’s exactly what they had been doing. Sometimes too slow, she thought. Making her way back to her apartment after picking up her dry cleaning and running a few errands she wondered what surprise he had in store for her. She couldn’t imagine what it could possibly be but she was suddenly eager to find out. So picking up the phone she dialed his number. He picked up on the third ring just as she was about to hang up. “Hello”, he said. “Hi”, she replied. “Oh, good you’re back”, he said sounding happy. “Don’t go anywhere. The first half of your surprise will be at your door in 20 minutes”, he advised. “Cane, what have you done?” asked Lily excitement flooding her voice. “You’ll see. How did work go?” he asked. “Great. Hey, I have something for you”, she said. “What?” he asked. “Oh, now it’s my turn. You’ll find out when I see you”, she replied smiling into the phone. “Fair enough”, he said. “Listen, I have an errand to run so I’ll pick you up around 6:00 okay”. “Okay. Cane?” “Yes, Lily”. “You really aren’t going to tell me what the surprise is?” “It wouldn’t really be a surprise if I told you what it is”, he said determined not to break. “Okay. You win this round”, she said. “Go. I’ll see you later”. “Okay. Bye”. “Bye Baby”, she said half distracted. He in turn was grinning from ear to ear. It was the first time she’d called him baby.15 minutes later she opened her door to find a stylist, a make-up artist and a hairstylist at her door. Looking rather perplexed she invited them in once the stylist, who introduced herself as Yves, told her Cane had sent them. She was to pick a dress from those on the rack, then have her hair and make-up done and be ready when Cane arrived. It wasn’t until she had practically tried on all the dresses that she found the one that she would be wearing that evening. Really the dress was perfect. They all agreed. Then she had taken a shower while the style team had coffee in her kitchen. “You know, Cane was right. You are beautiful”, said Claude, the make-up artist. “You don’t need a lot of make-up”. “Agreed”, said Andre who was currently fixing her hair. He curled her hair slightly then delicately pinned it in an up-do on her head with a clip that if removed would leave her hair long and flowing. When they were done, they wished her good luck and left her to finish getting dressed and wondering what other surprise Cane had in store for her that night. To be continued...

LEAP OF FATE Part 6 Oh my God, thought Lily looking in the mirror. This is my dream. Only I’m still me and the style of the dress and jewelry are different. True, she was wearing a short strapless green dress and a pair of diamond earrings her father had given her on her eighteenth birthday but everything else was the same; the hair style, very little make-up. But before she could even fully grasp what was happening there was a knock on her door. When she opened the door she literally took his breath away, “You look stunning”, he told her catching his breath. “You don’t look so bad yourself”, she said taking in his appearance. He was wearing a black suit with a green tie that matched her dress perfectly. Stepping into the room he gave her a tender kiss and presented her with a single white rose and a nicely wrapped gift. “Cane, what is this?” asked Lily. “Open it”, he instructed smiling. She did and gasps when she saw its contents. For in the box was the emerald jewelry from her dream. “How…how did you know…” began Lily trying to find the right words. “How did I know what colour to choose?” supplied Cane. “Yes”, answered Lily. “I had the stylist give me a call after you’d chosen the dress”, said Cane. “They’re beautiful. Thank you. But I…” “Yes, you can. You deserve to have beautiful things”, he said going behind her and putting the necklace around her neck then watched as she changed earrings. “Thank you”, said Lily giving a kiss. “Let’s go”, he said once they came apart.“This is where we are going?” ask Lily intrigued by her surroundings. “No”, replied Cane turning her around. “There is where we are going”, he said pointing at what to Lily looked like a house on water. “Ah”, said Lily realization dawning, “that’s why you were asking if I ever been on a cruise ship…very clever”. “Well, I couldn’t spoil the surprise”, he said. Just then the captain met them and told them that they would be taking off in 5 minutes. Once on board they were greeting by a server who held two champagne glasses on a tray. Cane took both, thank the gentleman, who then disappeared and presented one to Lily. “How about a toast?” ask Lily. “What would you like to toast to?” ask Cane a mischievous glint in his eye. “To you and to surprises”, said Lily holding up her glass to him. “To surprises”, he replied then clink his glass with hers. Then she heard the jazz music playing and started to move to the beat. “Dance with me?” she asks and he couldn’t refuse. They were so lost in each other that the server had to clear his throat repeatedly before his presence was known. He told them dinner was served and left them to enjoy the meal of chateaubriand beef steak with cheese and pumpkin topped with a truffle sauce. And for desert they had warm molten chocolate cake with ice-cream. Later as the made it back to shore Lily felt a chill and Cane instantly took off his jacket and place it around her shoulders. “Thank you”. “You’re welcome”, he said handing her into the car that would take them to their next destination. The Moulin Rouge where they watched the newest show, Feerie. It was a brilliant show filled with bright costumes, bright lights, hundreds maybe thousands of performers and moving staircases. Hours later as they emerged from the building she marveled at the man holding her hand wondering who he was that he could in one single night turn so many of her dreams into realities. “Thank you for a wonderful evening”, said Lily. “You know I’ve read stories and dreamt about nights like this but never thought I’d ever experience such a night”. “Baby, I want to be the man to make all your dreams come true”, said Cane his arm going around her waist pulling her closer. “Did you have a good time?” he asks wanting to give her the world. “Of course, the best time. You amaze me, you know that”, she stated stopping to face him. He was about to make a joke but stopped dead in his tracks when he saw the look in her eyes. “Lily, don’t look at me like that. I’m having enough trouble just barely hanging to what little control I have as it is already”, said Cane fighting an inward battle not to take her in his arms right then and there. “What if I want you to lose control?” she asks. And when he would have answered she silenced him by placing a finger on his lips and saying “No. Don’t say anything”. He was too shocked to do anything other than nod his head okay then she took his hand and led him to the waiting car and told the driver where to go. To be continued...

Wow, Trish!

you ladies sure know how to write a story, i love it continue with more, that is how i picture lily and cane love, drama, happiness and more of the same, those two sure could do a love story my themself the emotion on lily face and the look in cane eyes when he looks at her, more romantics please.

all I can say is goosebumps all over...that is incredible!!!