Wishful thinking
Chapter 1
He couldn't believe he was standing there, about to marry a woman he barely liked a few months ago. He knew most of the people in attendance thought that he was making the biggest mistake of his life but he knew in his heart that this was the right thing to do for the baby and most importantly, for Michael. There wasn't a thing in the world that he wouldn't do to ensure that little boys happiness. That is what he focused on as he listened to the minister…
….Let them speak now or forever hold their peace. Therefore, having come together freely and without reservation…
"Jason can't marry Sam. He's already married to his real wife" Carly's resonating objection came out loud and clear as she stood in the church poised to make a scene. Jason sighed; he knew this was bound to happen.
"Jason's divorce from Courtney isn't finalized" she continued "There was a problem with the paperwork."
Having been silent up until now, Sonny finally decided to speak up "Um, you know what I'm sorry but, um… the problem she's talking about, well it's been handled."
"What! " Carly exclaimed giving her husband a look that clearly said "what the hell do you think you're doing?"
Meanwhile, the minister who had thus far been looking on in complete bewilderment finally spoke "If there's any question about the legality of this union, then…"
"There isn't." It was now Justus' turn to speak up. "I have written confirmation from Judge Hernandez that Jason's divorce is final. He's free to marry. I also have executed paperwork here if you'd like to see it."
"That won't be necessary." said the minister. "Now that we've addressed your concerns, we can continue with the ceremony. Therefore, having come here freely and without…"
"Wait!" This time the objection came from the back of the church and everyone turned to see who the voice belonged to. Jason didn't even need to look back to know exactly who was the owner of the voice. He would recognize that voice anywhere. Brenda. What in world was she doing here? Of course she would pick NOW to come back. Jason could already feel the throbbing between his eyes.
By now, Brenda was already up at the alter and putting her hand on his shoulder.
"Jason I'm so sorry but you can't marry this woman." Brenda said as she pleaded to him with her eyes. She just knew he was going to get upset. Jason tried to avoid complications at any cost. He liked things nice and simple. Unfortunately, nothing about their relationship was ever nice and simple.
Jason looked at Brenda and sighed "Why not?"
"Well, because we're still married" was her reply which was immediately followed by a collective gasp from everyone in the church.
Jason couldn't believe what he just heard. Did she really say that they were still married? How was that possible? Of all the things he was expecting, that wasn't even a remote possibility. But then again, this was Brenda. Nothing that involved her was normal or expected.
"What? How? " Jason finally spoke.
"It seems that there was some sort of problem with the filing in the Dominican Republique. They said that the documents weren't filed properly." Brenda shot a look at Jax who was sitting there seemingly enjoying the show. "Anyway" she continued, "they lost the papers and when they finally found them again they noticed the mistake and they sent me a notice a few days ago. I came as soon as I could. I honestly didn't think you would be getting married. I never meant to tell you like this."
Brenda then turned towards Sam. She was a little taken aback by the sight in front of her. This woman bore a striking resemblance to her. That was odd. Why would Jason be marrying someone who looked like her? She would have to get the whole story from him later. She looked at Sam and sighed, "I'm really very sorry to have ruined your wedding day, but trust me this is a whole lot better than marrying someone and finding out they were already married to someone else." She glanced at Jax again, "I wouldn't wish that on anyone."
"Well, o.k. Thanks. I guess." Sam said, "But now what?"
