Chapter 3

Carly finished that glass as quickly as she had finished the last. She placed it on the table and tried to glance around the corner for Luke. "Luke? I could use another..." She said but there was no answer.

He was probably just mad about her yelling at him. He had only been trying to help and seemed genuine about it. People always did though, right before they stabbed you in the back. She had learned that the hard way. Was there no one in this stupid world she could trust?
"Luke?" She called with again, no answer. She got up and almost fell down. "I guess I had more than I thought," She said to herself with a giggle.
She got back up, sturdier this time and began walking towards the area where Luke had disappeared. "Luke? This isn't funny," She said in a whiny voice.
"Actually it is," Said a voice behind her.
Carly whipped around and saw Sonny standing in front of her. "Where did you come from?"
"From over there," He gestured to the door.
She rolled her eyes and continued to watch him, a look of confusion on her face. "Where's Luke?"
"He's around," He said simply.
"Wipe that smirk of your face," She narrowed her eyes at him.
"Or what?" He challenged as he stepped forwards.
"You arrogant little--" She started as she took a swing at him but he easily caught her arm.
"You don't want to do that,"
"And why not?" She asked, struggling free from his grasp.
"Where are Michael and Morgan?" He ignored her previous question and responded with one of his own.
Carly's eyes widened for a moment as she tried to remember. "They're with Leticia."
"That woman should get a raise," He muttered under his breath, to soft for her to hear.
"Come on," He said, grabbing her arm again.
"Come where?" She asked, trying to back up.
"To the penthouse,"
"Why the hell would I agree with that?" She demanded, raising her voice.
"Because it's midnight and you are not going to subject our kids to you stumbling in drunk."
She bit her lip and thought about it. "Who's' there?"
"She's in a safe house." He responded, knowing what she meant.
"Fine but only because I don't want to hurt Michael or Morgan."
Sonny grabbed her purse and led her outside, looking back to smile at Luke who had materialized and was now watching them. He got her into the limo and they started driving back to the penthouse.

"Carly?" Sonny called gently. "We're here,"
She didn't stir, she didn't move at all. She had fallen asleep during the limo ride and was peacefully lying in his lap. It made him feel uncomfortable, not wanting to be reminded of any old memories but he didn't have the heart to move her. She looked so innocent but he knew the truth. He couldn't help but smile as he brushed a stray piece of her hair behind her ear. "Why?" He asked softly. "Why do you have to be with him? Things could be so different if only you hadn't--" He stopped when he noticed her stirring.
"Wha--?" He mumbled as she sat up, her hair slightly a mess.
"We're here," He got out of the car and opened the other door for her.
He tried to get her out but realized that she wasn't going to be able to walk herself. He gently scooped her up in his arms and walked into the penthouse. He took her into their room; well his room now and softly laid her back down. He took off her shoes, placing them at the end of the bed and covered her with the blanket. "Goodnight Carly," He whispered as he left and closed the door behind him.
He made his way downstairs and picked up the phone, relieved that she picked up on the first ring.
"Leticia?" He asked.
"Sonny thank god,"
"What's wrong? Did something happen to Michael? Or Morgan?" He asked urgently.
"No, it's Carly. She hasn't been home yet and Mr. Alcazar has called a million times. He's even stopped by. He said she's extremely upset about something and he's worried."
Sonny nodded, even though she wouldn't be able to see. That made sense with how he had found her. He was suddenly very glad Luke had called him because everyone knew how Carly could get when she was upset. "Did Michael see him?"
"No, he was asleep."
"Okay, well Carly's here. She's fine, just a little drunk but fine. I'm keeping her here tonight, okay?"
"Of course, just as long as she's okay." Leticia responded, her relief evident in her voice.
"Bye," Sonny hung up the phone and made his way over to the couch. What had happened to make Carly upset? Did she and Alcazar have a fight? There were numerous possibilities.