A/N: What! Another one! LOL. It's night here in Northern California. Listening to Sensual Education, by Enrico Donner. You should be doing the same. LOL.

All mistakes are my own.

Thank you again so much ladies for your kind words, and encouragement.

It was early morning, and Ana's phone had been ringing incessantly for the past several minutes. She tried ignoring it, but was becoming more concerned the more it rang. Sitting up, she glanced behind her, and saw Christian sprawled out on his side. She smiled when it seemed like he was trying to find her in his sleep. When he touched her hip, he slid closer, and kissed her back.

"Ana? Come back to bed."

Reaching up, she pushed some hair out of his eyes. She knew he had to be tired. They were up all night talking, and just watching the rain fall. It was very relaxing to the both of them. She then made dinner, and they watched some television before drifting back to sleep.

"I will. My phone keeps going off, though. I need to get it."

Blinking his eyes open, he nodded, before running his hand over his face. Hearing her phone vibrate again, she turned and picked up the phone. Seeing it was her father, she frowned before answering it.

"Dad?"

Sitting at the kitchen table, Ray reached over and grasped his wife's hand. They were both wearing looks of anger and sadness.

"Hey, Annie. I've been calling you all morning."

Looking at the clock, she noticed that it was noon.

"Sorry. Christian and I stayed up last night talking. What's going on?"

Hearing Ray's name, Christian sat up, instantly becoming alert. Snuggling to her back, he spread his legs, and pulled her against him, while he was resting against the backboard. Leaning into him, she closed her eyes in pleasure when he ran his hands up and down her thighs.

"Is everything alright? Do I need to come home?" Ana questioned. Ray quickly shot down that suggestion.

"You don't need to come home Annie. I'm with your mom now."

Whispering, she sat up a bit.

"Dad. You didn't say everything was fine."

"Because it isn't. Have you watched the news yesterday?"

"No."

At that, Ray inwardly swore. Once again, he would have to break his daughter's heart.

"Honey. It's Jose. Your current boyfriend released more information on him, and it is everywhere."

"How do you know it was Christian?" She defended him. At hearing his name, Christian sat up straighter. It was then that he knew some of the final pieces were coming together.

"Because the report said that Grey Enterprises found this information, and released it." Turning to look at Christian she muted the phone.

"Did you release any new information about Jose?"

Not wanting to bet around the bush, he nodded.

"Yes. And Ana, it's bad. Really bad. I didn't want to tell you, until it was out. Not because I don't trust you, but that I didn't know how."

Rubbing his arm, she kissed his cheek.

"It's okay. I'm not upset at you. I did after all give you license to do whatever. I just didn't want my dad accusing you of something that you did not do."

At that, Christian breathed a sigh of relief. He was grateful that she wasn't blaming him. Ana unmuted the phone, and turned back to the conversation with her father.

"Dad? Just tell me."

Taking a deep breath, Ray spoke brokenly.

"It was Carla, honey. Your mother has been having an affair with Jose for years. Jose apparently knew who she was, and even while he was with you, he at first thought it was hot, sleeping with mother and daughter. At least, that what the recording says. After several months, he tried breaking it off, but Carla wouldn't allow it. She said that she would confess to Jose forcing her if he did. Carla said that she didn't think you deserved money that was for her. The deal was as soon as Jose married you, and received some of our money, she would get a portion of it, and disappear."

Ana didn't realize that she was shaking, until Christian spoke her name.

"Ana? Ana. Baby, you need to calm down."

Breathing through her nose, Ana continued to speak with her father.

"Where is she?"

"Ana-"

"Dad. Where is Carla?"

For a moment, he paused before answering.

"Back in Seattle. She is supposed to go live on some talk show, to tell her side of the story."

"Hmm. Where is Jose?"

"Francesca just got off the phone with Grace. Apparently, Mia is heading back with Jose today as well."

"Good."

Hanging up the phone, Ana headed for the bathroom, with Christian on her heels.

"Ana. What are you doing?"

He asked, as she turned on the shower water, and stepped under the spray. He waited until she came out minutes later before asking the same question. He was alarmed to see her packing up her bags.

"Ana-"

Smiling sadly, Ana pulled out her black jumpsuit, and sweater. She was planning on wearing it to his event at the college. But, it would have to do for now.

"Christian. I love you. But right now, I can't do this. I can't be around you. For what I need to do."
Once her under garments were on, she slipped on the stylish outfit. When she turned her back, Christian pressed his naked body to her back, wrapping his arms around her waist.

"Ana, please don't go."

Blinking back tears, Ana shook her head.

"I have to go. My mother has betrayed me so bad, Christian. Jose the man I was engaged to was cheating on me with apparently everyone. Mia is pregnant with the man's children, I've been cheated on, lied to, left. Right now, I don't think we should go on."

Instead of letting her go, he squeezed tighter.

"I know you're hurt, baby. But we can do this. Together, you and I. Ana, I told you, that I could never let you go. Especially after last night."

Last night.

Was it only yesterday? Christian promised to give her a baby. She'd stop taking her pills, and they both agreed to let nature take its course. It was probably one of the most passionate nights of her life. Next to the first night he took her to his place.

But she couldn't think like that right now. She had to stay focused.

"I can't. Not now. This has to be handled."

"You plan to handle this? Tell me, and I will help."

Shaking her head, she turned in his arms.

"I will be doing this on my own."

He could see the determination in her gaze. It wasn't off-putting. It only made her that much more desirable to him. However, he also knew that she would not rest until this was fixed.

"Ana. Even if you go, we aren't over. You're as much a part of me, as I am of you."

"Christian-"

"I will not allow you to walk away because you're afraid. I understand right now that your birth mother is crap. That she betrayed your trust. Jose is no better. But I'm not them. I will always put you first, love you, and treat you the way in which you deserve."

Tears welled in Ana's eyes before they ran down her cheeks. He could see her wavering, but she seemed stuck.

"Christian. I want so bad to believe you. You say these things now, but what about two years from now. You see another woman, you want her. Where does that leave me? Suddenly, all those thoughts of love we used to feel for one another are all but gone. Maybe it wasn't wise asking you to father my child. I just-"

"Shh," he said, placing a finger over her lips. He shook his head before removing his finger, and cupping her cheeks in his hands.

"Ana. You will never have to worry about me looking at another woman in the way you think. Besides, I don't look at every woman, and see the person I want to marry." At that, Ana's eyes widened. Stepping back, Christian walked over to the dresser, opening the first drawer. Pulling out a blue box, he walked back over to her.

"I've had this ring for about a week now. Before I left Seattle, I asked your father if it was okay to marry you."

"Christian," Ana gasped out, unable to believe the man in front of her. Instead of looking afraid, Christian only smiled, and knelt at her feet. She noticed that it wasn't one knee, but he was on both.

"Ana. I'm offering myself to you. This is me, coming to you, completely bare. I have nothing to hide, and no ulterior motive. My only desire is you, and your happiness. I told your father that I would respect you, honor, and treat you as the queen you are." Grabbing her hand, he continued.

"I also promise to make love to you, to take you wherever your heart desires, and to give you as many children as you want. I didn't realize it, but my dreams were wrapped up in you. As long as I have you, nothing else matters to me. But you are it for me. The key to my happiness. I love you, and beg that you become my wife. Nothing else matters but you and I."

Ana was stunned. Here was this beautiful man kneeling in front of her. completely nude, and open to her. Nothing but honesty shining in his gaze. Ana didn't know what made her think that she could ever leave this wonderful man in front of her. Falling to her knees in front of him, she wrapped her arms around his neck, hugging him tightly.

"Christian. Yes, I love you, and I will marry you."

Because Ana's arms were wrapped so tight around his neck, she failed to see his grin that overtook his entire face. When she pulled back however, she was surprised to see his own eyes shining with tears. Cupping his face, she leaned down and kissed his lips, softly. Sliding his hands to her back side, he made sure to maneuver her so that she was straddling his thighs. Pulling away from her lips, he picked up the ring box that he dropped, and slid it onto her finger. He was pleased that she kept staring at the ring in amazement.

"Christian. This ring is huge!"

At that, he smirked.

"Yeah, I know. I need it to be seen, so no one gets any ideas." At that, she giggled, before looking into his eyes almost shyly.

"Christian. I'm so sorry for earlier. I'm not trying to exclude you, but-"

"I know."

"I do need to leave. To handle this problem. I thought staying away would fix it. But, that's not the answer."

"I know that too." At her surprised look, he continued.

"At first, I thought leaving would be a good idea. But, the more I listened to your conversation, I knew that facing the problem head on would be better."

Taking a deep breath, Ana spoke.

"Christian. I'm sorry, but I'm coming after Mia. What she did was wrong. You may face backlash."

At that, Christian struggled.

"The family gave her a chance to redeem herself. She chose a different path."

"But-"

"Don't tell me. Just handle it."

She could see the seriousness in his gaze, and nodded.

"Alright."

Sighing, Christian stood with her in his arms.

"I have to present as the university today. I'll call and have the jet ready. You head back to Seattle first, and I'll follow once it's over. I'll come by your home tonight."

Nodding, she leaned forward, and pressed her lips to his.

"I love you, future husband."

Smiling, he kissed her back.

"I love you too, future wife."

Scared y'all for a minute, didn't I? LOL leave me a review! Next up, Ana will be DESTROYING lives so get ready…..