Author's Name: Red

Title of Story: Sleight of Hand

Type of Story: AU

Rating of Story: PG-15

Characters in Story: J, F, Ca, V

Critique:  No

Warnings: Just the usual…

Plot Blurb: Frank, Joe, Callie and Vanessa are off for a real vacation at Montage Ski Resort – no mysteries allowed! However, as usual for the Hardy’s, things don’t quite go as planned. A mysterious woman, a group of terrorists, a misunderstanding between the brothers and a case of mistaken identity are just a few of the things that get in the way of their peaceful vacation. And in the midst of it all, Vanessa gets the results of her final HIV test…

Splash Page: Glancing at her cell phone on the counter as she walked towards the kitchen, Vanessa noticed the flashing display, indicating someone had called while they were out. Picking up the phone, she pushed a button and stared at the caller identification. The joking and teasing ceased as the others noticed Vanessa hadn’t moved.

"Van?" Joe said softly, moving closer to her.

Vanessa looked at him. "Dr. Jackson’s office called," she said, her voice a mixture of hopefulness and trepidation. She stared at the phone again, making no move to retrieve the message.

Pressing a button, Vanessa closed her eyes and put the phone to her ear, holding Joe’s hand tightly.

Watching his fiancée, Joe felt completely and utterly helpless… and he began to pray…

Special Notes: JD…THANK YOU!!!!!!! If not for your help when I was ready to give up out of sheer frustration, this story would be sitting in the bottom of a trashcan. You are a wonderful friend!J

Joe, your encouragement is appreciated more than you know, as it has been since the day I sent you my very first chapter!

 

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