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AJ is presenting a proposal about acquiring a new company in front of some key ELQ executives and Tracy. The meeting has been going on for almost an hour when AJ wrapped it up. The different executives asked a couple of questions when Tracy leaned back in her chair and twirled her Mont Blanc pen. Then she spoke, “AJ, I have looked over all the figures on this acquisition and I don’t see this being a money maker for ELQ. We would have to pour so much money into this company before we could even dream of a profit.”

“So what are you saying Tracy?” AJ said brusquely.

“I am saying I don’t think this is a good company to acquire and as CEO I am saying that we are not going ahead with this project.” Tracy said with finality in her voice. “Go back to the drawing board AJ and find a better company….one that's actually worth shelling out millions of dollars for.”

AJ bristles at her tone. “Tracy, I put a lot of time into researching this company. It is ripe for a takeover. Can’t you see that?” He went on to again list the benefits of ELQ taking over this company.

Tracy spoke slowly and deliberately, “What didn’t you understand AJ? I told you, go back and find a better company. If you are not up to it, anyone in this room would jump at the chance to take on this project.”

“Tracy, I can’t believe you will not see the benefits of this company! It fits into the ELQ vision of moving forward.” AJ half shouted, his face turning red. “If Grandfather was CEO, he would see that.”

Tracy threw her pen down and stood up. Fire was shooting out of her eyes as she quietly ordered everyone but AJ out of the room. Once the door closed she said, “I am in charge here, not you and not my father. I will not have you questioning my authority in front of anyone. Try that again and I'll fire your ass. Do we understand each other?” AJ remained quiet. “Do we understand each other?” Tracy shouted.

AJ glared at Tracy and spit out a yes. She then ordered him out of the office. He made sure he slammed the door on his way out. Afterwards, Tracy slumped down in her seat and sighed.
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Carly breezed her way past Alice and into the Quartermaine living room. She needed to talk to Luke about her mother’s surprise marriage to Noah. She found Luke leaning back in Alan’s chair, a bourbon in his hand and a smile on his face.

Carly marched in and plopped herself down on the couch. She stared at Luke for a few minutes before asking suddenly, "what do you think of Bobbie and Noah getting married?”

“Well hello to you too Caroline. Yes, your Uncle Luke is just fine.” He raised his glass to her. “How do you feel about Barbara Jean getting married?”

Carly cocked her head and threw her blonde mane of hair over her shoulder, “Didn't I just ask you that? Ugh, I don’t understand why they rushed into it so fast. I also don’t understand why they ran off to Vegas. I mean, you and I weren’t invited, or Lucas and Patrick. What gives?”

“I don’t know why they rushed into it Caroline. But if Barbara Jean is happy then so am I. You should be happy for her too.” Luke counseled.

Carly sighed, “I am Luke. I just,” Carly paused and looked away. “Lucas is really upset. I can’t get through to him. And something just doesn’t feel right.” Carly confessed.

“He is going to have to accept this. Barbara Jean is happy and it looks like she hasn’t been drinking for a while. At least that I know of.” Luke said. “I don’t know why they rushed into this, maybe they had some sort of epiphany about life and such.” Luke stood up. “You are reading too much into this Caroline. Let it go.” Luke warned.

Carly sat there contemplating what Luke said. She would find the underlying cause of this. She most definitely would, for Lucas’ sake.
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Anna walks into her office to find Ric and Alexis are already seated. Anna reaches into her file cabinet and slams the file onto her desk. Behind her is a large white wipe board with Sonny and Lorenzo’s pictures taped to them and a list of their alleged crimes and rumored associates. Without addressing them she asks, “Do you know what I have against these two? Nothing. That is what I have. When are you two going to do your jobs and get me some evidence to bring these two men down!”

Alexis and Ric exchanged glances. “I gave you information Commissioner…” Alexis started to say.

Anna scoffed. “We both know that none of that was true. I need evidence! I don’t care that Sonny Corinthos is the father of your child Alexis or your brother Ric. These two men are the reason that there is so much crime in Port Charles and they need to be stopped!”

Ric and Alexis sat there, properly chastened. “With all due respect Commissioner, we have tried to get as much evidence on both Sonny and Alcazar but nothing we get will stick.” Ric stated. “Everything is circumstantial.”

Anna cocked an eyebrow, “Then I suggest you try harder. I don’t care what you have to do. I know you will find a way. I want these two locked up and I want it done yesterday.” Anna looked down at her desk as a deafening silence descended. Anna went on to state how she wanted daily reports on everyone listed on the white board behind her. Money was not an option in bringing down Sonny and Alcazar.

“Get it done.” Anna stated, dismissing Ric and Alexis.
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On the next Port Charles: Endgame
-Sonny gets a visit from Mac & Lucky courtesy of Anna Devane
-Dillon & Maxie feel left out when Lulu & Dillon shut them out
-Lorenzo meets with the 5 families