Carly was at the Brownstone with Bobbie going over last minute details with her regarding the wedding. The wedding was in two days and Carly had never been so excited. Her dress was finished. Carly decided to go somewhat traditional with this dress. It was strapless with pearls encrusted on the bodice and she had a white fur cape to go over it. Yes, Carly was wearing white. It was her wedding and she was doing what she wanted. Jason was wearing a tux and Lulu was wearing a black dress. The flowers were ordered, music was ready and the cake all set. Carly was content.

Carly looked up when she heard someone walk in the door. It was Jax and she flew over to greet him, kissing him hello. He wasn't as responsive as he normally was, "Jax, what's wrong?"

Jax sighed heavily and sat down, "Carly, it's Lady Jane. She is very sick."

Carly's hand flew to her mouth and she gasped, "No! What's wrong?"

"She had a stroke. Jerry is with her and she is very ill." Jax looked pained, "I can't believe this, not my mother."

"Well we have to go to her. There is no question of that." Carly stated matter of factly. "We can leave tonight. We have to get to her as soon as possible."

Jax grabbed her hand and brought it to his lips, "We have a wedding to go to, remember."

"To hell with the wedding. This is your mother." Carly stated emphatically.

"I have a compromise, because I really want to marry you Carly." Jax looked at her earnestly, "Let's get married tomorrow morning and leave in the afternoon. I have to tell you, Lady Jane is going to need care. Do you mind being away from Port Charles for that long? Do you think Sonny will mind if we bring the boys?"

Carly shook her head, eyes shining. "I will call Sonny and clear everything with him. I am sure he will be ok with everything. I will tell him that he can come over anytime he wants to to visit. He has the boys now and he can keep them until tomorrow."

Jax stood up, "This means so much to me that you are willing to come to Australia with me. I love you so much Carly."

Carly wiped her eyes, "Well, let's get cracking. We have a lot of phone calls to make."

Brenda was drinking coffee in Kelly's, James next to her in his stroller when the door opened Ric Lansing walked in. She had never met him, but knew his reputation. He did a double take, he knew exactly who she was. He walked to the counter, got a cup of coffee and came back, sitting across from her. "I don't believe we have met. I am Ric Lansing."

"Brenda Barrett." she responded coolly.

Ric smoothed down his suit jacket, "How are you today?"

Brenda flipped her hair back and regarded Ric cautiously, "I am fine. Is there something I can do for you?"

"Glad that you asked. I am sure you are aware of my relationship with Sonny Corinitos."

"What does Sonny have to do with you?" Brenda asked warily.

Ric calmly stated, "He is my brother and I know you are his lover of the moment."

Brenda burst out laughing, "Am I now?" She looked at James who was starting to wake up, "Sorry pal, you have the wrong girl."

"My sources have seen you two out around town." Ric responded.

Brenda smiled sweetly, "A dinner doesn't mean we are sleeping together, does it? I mean, you and I are sharing coffee and no one is accusing us of hitting the sheets are they?"

"Ms. Barrett you know what I mean." Ric looked at her as he sipped his coffee.

Brenda grew impatient and sighed, "What do you want from me?"

"I want you to get me any information that you have on my brother regarding his mob activities, present and the past. I believe you know a lot and can put him away. He is a criminal." Ric started saying heatedly.

Brenda stood up and put her jacket on, also securing James in with a warm blanket. "Mr Lansing, you have the wrong girl. I will not do your dirty work for you. In fact, I suggest you leave Sonny alone. Now if you excuse me, I have to get my son home."

"You will regret this Brenda!" Ric called out.

"Doubt it!" Brenda manuevered her way out of Kelly's and reached for her cell phone. She dialed, "Sonny, you were right. Ric did try to get me to spill about us." She paused. "Of course I didn't say anything. I was just telling you. Bye." With that, Brenda and James walked to the Quartermaine mansion.

~A New Year's Wedding