Chapter Three: A Night To Remember
AUTHOR'S NOTE: I'm skipping ahead Two Months!
It's been two months since Sonny and Carly reunited. Carly, Michael, and Leticia still lived at the brownstone. The club and cottage were in the process of being remodeled and Carly had to split her focus between the two but was always on top of everything, she wanted them both to be perfect. Ric and Carly had also become closer; he was helping her with the books and legal matters with the club and they began to get to know each other. She was beginning to trust him like she trusted Jason. Even though Sonny had asked Jason to stick around in Port Charles he need him to continue going between Miami and Puerto Rico to make sure nothing else happened. Sonny had everyone available on trying to find out who these new bosses were but they all came up empty. After a month Sonny decided to let Jason handle things down there, as long as he was kept up to date, and concentrate on his family. He and Carly had continued to grow closer and build a trust. He even kept her up to date on most things that were going on with his business. They were together almost nightly and Sonny thought it was getting closer to the time to take the next step. Skye and Lorenzo continued surveillance but Skye was beginning to get restless and decided it was time to begin with or without Lorenzo. Today, Carly, Sonny, and Michael were playing in the park. Carly watched Sonny with Michael and couldn't believe how wonderful these past months had been.
Carly (thinking): My life has never gone so right before. Sonny and I are finally happy. Why can't I shake this feeling that something is going to tear it apart?
(When Michael went up the slide Sonny walked over to Carly.)
Sonny: You look like you're a million miles away.
Carly: I was just thinking.
Michael: About what?
Carly: About how happy Mommy is.
Michael: I like it when you're happy.
Sonny: So do I.
Michael: Can daddy come over for dinner tonight?
Carly: Mr. Man, you have plans with your friends tonight. Remember?
Michael: Oh yeah.
Carly: We better get home to get your stuff packed.
Michael: Ok. Bye daddy.
Sonny: Bye buddy.
Carly: Bye. (whispers to Sonny) See you tonight.
Sonny: Bye.
(As they go their separate ways no one notices, but someone is watching them.)
Man: Ms. Quartermaine.
Skye: Did they see you?
Man: I don't think so. I sent the note to her house like you said.
Skye: Good. Keep me informed.
Man: Yes Ms. Quartermaine.
(He hangs up his cell and follows Carly. Leticia takes Michael upstairs to pack. Carly calls Leon to make sure everything was ok and then goes through the mail and finds an unmarked envelope. She opens it and finds the note.)
Carly (reading): I'm watching every move you make so watch your step.
(She figured it was just a stupid prank and threw it away. She went upstairs and helped Michael finish packing then they played for a bit until it was time for him to go. She dropped him off at his friend Stephen's house, as she was leaving she noticed Matt around the corner and smiled. Even after two months the guards were still everywhere but this time it didn't bother her like it used to. She knew how important it was to keep her family safe. She walked into harborveiw towers and looked at her reflection in the elevator. She didn't have time to change but thought she looked ok. When Max let her in the penthouse she had second thoughts about her casual appearance, the room was lit by candlelight, showered with roses, and soft music was playing.)
Carly: Sonny?
Sonny: Hi.
(Sonny walked out from the shadows)
Carly: What is all this?
Sonny: A celebration.
Carly: For what?
Sonny: You'll just have to wait and see.
Carly: Now I wish I had changed.
Sonny: You look perfect.
(Carly smiled as Sonny brought her to the table and they had a romantic candle lit dinner. They talked about Michael and the progress of the club while they ate. Unfortunately the progress on the club was a little slower than Carly would have liked but she understood the cottage took up a lot of time as well. Afterwards he walked her over to the couch to sit down and decided it was time for her first of two surprises.)
Carly: Sonny this is so special. What is the occasion?
Sonny: These past two have been like a dream and I want the dream to continue forever.
Carly: What are you saying?
(Sonny got down on one knee and took Carly's hand in his.)
Sonny: Caroline, we were able to find our way back to each other after a lot of pain. You came back to me when almost all hope was lost. You are my love, my life, and my soul mate. I want to be with you, I want to have children with you. I want to spend the rest of my life with you. Caroline Benson Corinthos, will you marry me?
(From his pocket Sonny took out a black velvet box. Inside was an engagement ring with a white gold band and crystal clear diamond. Carly looked from the ring to Sonny with tears in her eyes. She wanted to scream her answer off the balcony but looked and Sonny and smiled.)
Carly: Yes Michael Corinthos. I'll marry you.
(Sonny slips the ring on her finger and they kiss. It was passionate and full of happiness. Carly knew it was right and it was time for them to declare their love in front of all their friends and family. When they broke apart Sonny knew it was time for the second surprise.)
Sonny: Come with me.
(Sonny takes her hand and brings her across the hall.)
Carly: Alexis's old penthouse?
Sonny: The addition to our home.
(He opens the door. The penthouse had been completely remodeled. What was Alexis's living room is now a den/playroom. It looked wonderful Carly couldn't help but hug Sonny.)
Carly: Sonny it's beautiful. Is this what Leon was doing while he was working on the club?
Sonny: Yeah.
Carly: So sneaky, but it is perfect.
(Sonny saw the glow in Carly's eyes. She was so happy. He gave her a tour of the new guest rooms, her office, Michael's room and a couple rooms that Carly noticed were unfinished.)
Carly: What are these rooms going to be?
Sonny: Well I figured you would want to design our baby's nursery yourself and the other is just a fun room for you to do with what you want.
Carly: I can't wait. When can Michael and I move in?
Sonny: Whenever you want.
Carly: I want to move in tomorrow, I can't wait to tell Bobbie and Michael.
(They continued to look around and then went to the living room to have a drink and talk some more. Sonny noticed that Carly couldn't stop smiling and she was glowing. He loved to see her happy.)
Carly: I want to have a big wedding this time.
Sonny: I think we should too.
Carly: Really?
Sonny: Yeah, it is going to be forever this time. I want you to have your dream wedding.
(They spent the rest of the night in each others arms and Carly continued to discuss how she imagined their wedding. When she had talked herself to sleep, Sonny carried her upstairs and held her in his arms. While he carried her she woke in his arms and looked at him with love but also lust. When they got to the bedroom, Sonny gently laid her on the bed and gently but passionately kissed her. They slowly undressed one another and made love. They both felt like they were the only two people in the world. Afterwards they laid in each others arms and Carly the first to fall asleep. Sonny watched her sleep and thanked god that she was in his life. The next morning Carly was the first to wake up and didn't want to leave Sonny's side but if she was going to move into the penthouse today she had a lot to do. She tried to quietly get up so she didn't wake Sonny but felt his hand on her arm. )
Sonny: Stay with me.
Carly: I can't.
Sonny: Why not?
Carly: I want to stay but I have to go check on our son and in case you have forgotten Michael and I are moving in today. If we are going to do that I have a lot of work to do and I want to tell Bobbie the good news.
Sonny: Have Leticia pick up Michael and bring him here, you can call Bobbie.
Carly: It is her day off and I want to tell Bobbie in person. Plus even though most of our things were destroyed in the fire we seem to have accumulated a lot of stuff at Bobbies that I have to pack.
Sonny: I guess I will have to let you go then. When should I have the movers there?
Carly: Let's see it is 9:30 now. How about 2:30?
Sonny: They will be there.
Carly: I'll be ready. Bye, Sonny. I love you.
Sonny: Love you, Bye
(She gives him a quick kiss, gets dressed and heads out the door. She really didn't want to leave Sonny's arms but she had a lot of work to do. When she got to the ground floor she wasn't surprised to find max waiting to take her back to the brownstone. As soon as Carly left Sonny called Benny.)
Sonny: Benny, It's me.
Benny: Yeah boss.
Sonny: I need movers at Carly's mother's house at 2:30. Also I need Jason back here.
Benny: Is there a problem?
Sonny: Is has been over a month and nothing. There is no need for him to be there so just do it.
(After he hung up the phone, he took a shower and got dressed. He had some paperwork to look over and then he was going to head over to The Brownstone to make sure the movers did things right. When Carly got out the car she felt like she was on cloud nine. As soon as she entered the house Bobbie could tell immediately that something happened.)
Bobbie: Carly? Is everything ok?
Carly: Mama everything is perfect. Sonny asked me to marry hum and I said yes. And there's more. Sonny had the two penthouses combined and redone. We're moving in today.
Bobbie: Are you sure you're not moving too fast? It was only two months ago that you said you needed things to go slowly so you could build a trust.
Carly: Mama we are closer than over, we have built a trust.
Bobbie: In two months?
Carly: Mama, please don't. I am so happy -- this feels right.
(Bobbie looks in her eyes and knows that she is happy. She sighs and smiles.)
Bobbie: As long as you're happy. Will I be invited to the wedding this time?
Carly: Of course. We are having a big wedding this time. Thank you for getting Michael this morning. Where is he?
(Before Bobbie could answer Michael came running downstairs to greet her.)
Michael: Mommy!
Carly: Hey, Mr. Man. How are you?
Michael: Good. I had so much fun; we played video games and watched movies. Then his mom made us go to bed at ten. She is stricter than you about bedtime.
Carly: I'm glad you had fun. Well Mr. Man, I have some news for you.
Michael: What is it?
Carly: Daddy and I are getting married and we are moving in with him today.
Michael: YAY!
(Michael jumped up in happiness and hugged his mother so tightly she almost fell over.)
Bobbie: If you're going to move today you should get a move on. Would you like some help?
Carly: That would be great.
(Carly had thought that because most of their belongings went up in smoke it wouldn't take long but it seemed like in two month's Michael had collected more toys than before the fire. They had only just packed the last box when the movers arrived and shortly after Sonny arrived he sneaked up behind Carly and put his arms around her.)
Sonny: Are you ready?
Carly: Never been more ready for anything.
(As they were talking Bobbie walked over, Michael was learning how to play the card game war with Max.)
Bobbie: Carly, what are you going to do with the cottage once it's finished?
Carly: I haven't thought about that.
Sonny: I have actually thought about that. If it's ok with you, when Jason gets back, maybe he can live here.
Carly: Jason! He's coming home?
Sonny: Benny contacted him for me. He'll be back tomorrow.
(As they were talking, one of the movers drops a box of Michael's toys which startles Carly.)
Carly: Where did you find these guys?
Sonny: Benny hired them. (To the mover) You guys better be more careful.
Mover: Ok Mr. Corinthos.
Carly: I think it's just because they're so afraid of the mighty Mr. Corinthos.
Sonny: Maybe.
(When everything is in the truck Sonny, Carly, and Michael get into his car and head to the penthouse while Bobbie headed to the hospital. Sonny and Carly unpacked Michael's toys first and he played while Carly unpacked her clothes and Sonny cooked dinner. During dinner Carly looked around and thought of a few female touches she could bring to their home. As Sonny stared at her he knew exactly what she was thinking and welcomed the changes she would bring to the place. After dinner Michael took his bath and then they both read him a story to fall asleep. Afterwards they went downstairs and sat on the couch and looked into each other's eyes.)
Carly: Is this real? Am I going to wake up tomorrow and this will all be a dream?
Sonny: No baby this is real and it is forever.
Carly: Forever, I like the sound of that. So when should we get married?
Sonny: How are you going to plan a wedding while the club and cottage are being done?
Carly: Well since we are giving Jason the cottage I'll let Ric handle the cottage. So all I have to focus on is the club and planning our wedding.
(Carly smiled and put her arms around Sonny and snuggled into his chest, as she was laying she couldn't but feel that something was going to happen to rip their peaceful world apart once more. As they were just about to fall asleep there was an urgent knock on the door. Carly got up as Sonny rushed to see who it was. Carly was immediately nervous that something had happened. They were both surprised to see a very pregnant Courtney on the other side of the door.)
