The church started filling up early for Felicia's memorial service. All of Felicia's friends and loved ones were able to make it, except for Frisco who Sean Donely said couldn't off his assignment in time. He was in deep cover and for national security couldn't get out. Kevin Collins was in Europe and Lucy tried contacting him again. His answering service indicated that he hadn't yet called in for his messages. But Tiffany and Sean as well as Anna Devane were able to make it. Mac, Georgie, Robert and Robin sat in the front, with an empty seat for Maxie who had yet to show up.

"Georgie." Georgie was sitting next to him and Dillion, "Do you know where Maxie is? She's not here yet and no one has seen her."

Georgie shook her head, "I called her this morning and she said she was just leaving . She was almost ready. She should be here by now." Georgie said, looking worried and checking the pews behind her.

"I hate to start without her but it's getting really late. I will be right back and try calling her. If I can't reach her, well, we are going to have to start. The pastor told me that he has to leave shortly after." Mac got up and walked into the foyer of the church.

Lucy was sitting next to Scott, "Scott, last night you know, doesn't mean that."

Scott looked at her, "Lucy, lets not discuss this. We ARE in a church."

Mac came back and said to Georgie, "Her cell phone is off. We have to start." He nodded towards the pastor to begin. "Felicia Scorpio was a light and an inspiration to many people. A light that was extinguished too soon. We have come together today to celebrate her life and remember her. The family would like to invite anyone to speak to come up and share theie memories of Felicia." The Pastor said.

Luke got up and stood at the pulpit. "Flea was such a spitfire. She didn't have a mean bone in her body, she was a friend to everyone. She always had a smile on her face. She was such a beautiful soul." Luke paused and looked out at the crowd, "There was only one time I think that I didn't see her with a smile on her face. It was when Georgie was born. I think a lot of people remember will remember this as half of Port Charles witnessed it. God in his infinite wisdom decided to give Felicia the honor to have Georgie in my club. May the Lord only allow Felicia to have that honor. Georgie I love you, but it was horrible when it was happening. What a miracle Felicia was and giving birth on the floor of my club just proves it. What is our loss on Earth, is Heaven's gain. Flea, know that you are loved and we will never forget you. I will miss you every single day."

Luke was followed by Robin. "I have known Felicia almost all my life. First as a friend of my parents, then as my uncle's wife. She helped me with so many problems. I felt I could go to her with anything. I went to her with my boy problems, especially when I was just starting out with Stone. Even two weeks ago I was asking her advice in the love department. Robin took a deep breath as she started to choke up, "The one thing that Felicia taught me was patience. Felicia, I want to be just like you when I grow up. You made Uncle Mac so happy. Thank you Felicia, for being you. I love you." Robin started to walk away and burst into tears. Patrick came up to help her back to her seat where he sat, his arm around her.

Sean Donely got up and stood at the pulpit, "Felicia was like a daughter to me. I met her twenty something years ago. Like Luke said, she was a spitfire. She was full of courage and passion. She lit up every room she walked into. She was always up for an adventure. You could tell Felicia that she couldn't do something and boom, she is right there doing it." Sean paused and gathered his thoughts, "There was nothing she couldn't or wouldn't do. She loved Maxie and Georgie so much. They were her reason for living, the light of her soul. When she was pregnant, she positively glowed. She wanted them so much and was so proud of them. Mac, she often told me of the love you two shared. You were the love of her life. I hope you know that. Felicia, I know you are looking down at all of us and want us to be happy, but we will all be a little less happy knowing that the world is without you."

Sean sat down and sniffles could be heard throughout the church. After a moment, the Pastor stood up. "The family would like to thank everyone for celebrating Felicia's life. Please join them at the Quartermaines for a luncheon. This concludes the service. Peace be with you all."

The Reception

The citizens of Port Charles were mingling around the foyer and living room of the Quartermaine manse. Anna walked up to Mac and kissed him on the cheek, "Mac, I want to offer my condolences. Do you know where Robin is? I would like to see her. Is she doing all right?"

"She is doing as well as can be expected. She has Patrick staying with her, he is never far from her side. Have you met him yet?" Mac asked.

"Yes. I have met her young man, Patrick. I like him a lot." Anna said warmly, "And Mac, I am so sorry. Have the police found anything yet?"

"Alexis is handling everything right now, along with Taggert. I know they have some leads. Yes, Robin has a good guy. Patrick is a lot like Robert though I have to tell you." Mac said.

Anna laughed, "Lord help her!"

"Indeed"!

Brenda was holding James in the living room when Jax and Carly walked in, "Good lord, they allowed you to procreate?" Carly said. "That can't be your kid."

"Carly this is not the time or the place." Jax admonished, "Brenda it is good seeing you, however horrible the circumstances. What's the little fellar's name?"

"James"

"James what?" Carly asked, nostrils flaring.

"James Edward."

"You know what I mean."

Haughtily, Brenda walked out the room, "I know exactly what you mean."

Sean and Tiffany were standing with Monica, Alan and Bobbie. "This is so terrible." Tiffany popped a shrimp in her mouth, "I can't believe that Felicia is gone."

Bobbie sighed, "I know. It's such a shock. I don't know if they have any leads either."

"I haven't heard anything." Alan remarked, "but Monica and I have been in the hospital since the accident."

Sean asked, "Did anyone see anything?"

"Not that we are aware of." Monica said. "So Tiffany, how is CNN?"

"I love it. Sean is based out of Washington so I am working out of the DC office. I am a political correspondent. You would think that since my husband is head of the WSB that he would give me scoops but he doesn't." Tiffany laughed.

Sean kissed Tiffany's cheek, "I have to keep the country safe, you know that Tiff."

Bobbie said earnestly, "What happened to Frisco, how come he couldn't make it Sean?"

"Well Bobbie," Sean sighed, "I wish I could have pulled him out of where he is but he is so deep undercover that we couldn't. I even asked the President if I could. He said no. For national security reasons it was impossible. I have explained it to Georgie who seemed to accept it, but Maxie has yet to turn up. When and if she arrives, I will tell her."

"It's just too bad that he had to miss it Sean." Monica said.

"I know."

Across the foyer, Elizabeth, Lucky, Nikolas and Emily were standing by the buffet table. "So Emily, we really haven't spoken to you since the Ball. Were you surprised that Nikolas proposed?"

Emily blushed, "Well, we had talked about it so I knew it was coming. I just didn't know it was coming that night. So yes I was shocked."

Lucky slapped Nikolas on the back, "You did well brother."

"Yes he did." Emily said.

"Our wedding was perfect. You guys threw us an awesome wedding." Elizabeth reminisinced.

"That was a fun day." Nikolas said, "Hectic but fun."

"It was perfect Elizabeth, because you are perfect." Lucky said. "And you are carrying my perfect child."

Nikolas punched his brother, "You are such a sap."

"You would be the same way if Emily was pregnant. Cameron is perfect and whether we have a girl or a boy, this child will be perfect." Lucky remarked.

Elizabeth and Emily laughed, "Men!"

Laura walked up to Luke. "I love you Luke." She leaned up and gave him a kiss on his temple.

"I love you too babe." He rubbed his arms up and down her side.

"Look at our children, they look so happy." Laura remarked, "Except for Lulu. She looks so lost."

Luke kissed Laura, "I'll go talk to her. Cheer her up."

"Thanks Luke."

The door opened and a very intoxicated Maxie walked in, "Well, well well. The gangs all here." She took a drink of her beer, "I have a few words I want to say."

~Next time...

Maxie implodes....