I wake up in the morning to Teddy sitting by my bed watching me.

"Good morning Teddy bear." I answer him groggily.

"Good morning Phoebe. How are you feeling?"

"Horrible. I'm so sorry I don't know what came over me."

"I have a few ideas of what may have come over you."

I chuckle at how well he knows me.

"Dani was here. I wasn't dreaming right?"

"Yes Phoebe she was."

"Did you guys talk?"

"A little bit. I found that I really missed her."

"At least your encounter wasn't as awkward as mine."

"With Nathan and Evelyn?"

"Exactly. Do you know if they are together?"

"I asked Dani. They did sort of get back together Phoebe but Dani doesn't approve and Nathan isn't truly happy."

"Fuck Teddy. Why!"

"She says to call her. You guys can sort it out."

"What happened with Aaron?"

"Seriously Phoebe that guy is a fucking moron. He's been calling constantly. Dad thinks that guy is a complete idiot when it comes to people."

"Where are mom and dad?"

"They left about an hour ago. Dad had promised mom he would take her out for their date day remember?"

"Yes, now I do. Teddy when did we leave the gala? What time is it right now?"

"Our night was cut short. We left at 10:30pm. Right now it is 11:30am."

"Dad must be pissed."

"He was but he was more pissed off that your date didn't watch over you like he should have. Really Phoebe I'm all up for having a good time but you just really didn't show any self control."

"I know it was bad. Its just he was with her and he is with her. It kills me inside Teddy. It just kills me."

"Why don't you call Dani and talk to her? I know that you and Nathan still love each other. He had Dani call him to make sure that you were okay."

"Yeah but he probably then went to bed with Evelyn."

"Phoebe stop it! Just call her. She left her number on the dresser and plus mom and dad aren't around anyways so you don't have to deal with questions and what not. Just get up, shower, eat something, and go talk to her!"

"Okay I will. Slowly but surely."

I get up, take a shower, and get ready to start my day. I head over to my dresser to see Dani's phone number lying there. I take out my phone and wait a good minutes before calling. This is ridiculous. This is Dani his sister. It won't be a big deal. I call and on the fourth ring she picks up.

"Hi Dani?"

"Hi Phoebe. Finally you call. How are you feeling?"

"Like total shit."

"Yes you were kind of drunkies last night."

"Thank you for being there for me."

"Always Phoebe. What do your plans look like today?"

"I have nothing planned. What about you?"

"Nothing planned either. Come over."

"Um….Dani I don't know if that is such a good idea."

"Before you try and say no my brother doesn't know I left my phone number to call and contact you. Secondly he is gone all day today. He won't know you are here."

"What about Evelyn?"

"She is with him."

Control your tears Phoebe control your tears.

"Oh."

"Don't feel sad. Just come over and we will talk. Call me when you are at the gate and I will let you in."

"Okay I'll see you in about 20 minutes."

I hang up. I haven't been there in a long time but want to be there. There is no reason why I can't go and hang out with Dani. Grabbing my purse I run down the grand staircase. Before I'm out the door I run into Teddy.

"Where are you going in such a hurry?"

"To see Dani."

"Where at?"

"Her house."

"Wait Nathan and Dani's house right?"

"Yes but he won't be there all day. So don't mention this to mom or dad yet."

"Can you tell her I said hi?"

I smile at my brother."

"Of course."

I head out the door and drive over to Nathan's house. Its just as I remembered it. I approach the gate and call Dani. She opens the gate and I drive in parking towards the side as instructed. I loved this home. It was always so cozy yet so amazing. As I get out Dani runs out to meet me.

"Phoebe!"

"Dani!"

"I've missed you so much girl! You have no idea."

"I do too missy. It's been too long. I see that you healed up nicely."

"Thank you. Sorry we couldn't talk last night things were out of hand."

"Its alright. Hey come on in. I'm making sandwiches. Are you hungry?"

"Yes, please! I need carbs! I haven't really eaten anything."

"There your in luck. Lets go inside."

We make our way inside the house. I look at the staircase where he used to pick me up in his arms and make our way to the bedroom. This is harder than I thought.

"Phoebe don't be sad."

"I'm not. I'm just reminiscing that's all."

"He isn't here. He is out at some sailing event."

"With Evelyn."

"Yes with Evelyn."

"If there was one thing I learned from you Dani is to be straightforward and a bit blunt. What the hell is he doing with Evelyn?"

"Part of that is sort of my fault."

"How is it your fault?"

"Your father had come in to Nathan's hospital room and basically told him to stay away from you. If he had a problem with that security would deal with it. Now your father did a lot for Nathan in terms of making sure his company was flowing efficiently while he was gone and helping where he could however when it came to you he didn't want Nathan for you. I was so scared for my brother and it literally killed me to see him go through so much pain and hurt. He had taken a bullet for you yet did not deserve to be allowed next to you. I told him that maybe it was better this way. I didn't want any further complications. I didn't want to see him get himself into any more danger."

"Okay….I can see where you are coming from. I would feel the same way for Teddy. What I want to know is when did Evelyn come into this."

"She heard about what happened to Nathan and went to bring flowers. They started talking and then you came in when she was leaving….I guess you saw them hugging and you ran off hurt. From that day on Evelyn checked in on him regularly and when he got out she still kept in touch. He then flew her out here and she has been here for about three weeks now."

"Is she going back anytime soon?"

"I don't know. I can't stand that bitch Phoebe I can't."

"I'm guessing you guys still don't get along."

"No we don't."

"Is he happy with her?"

"No. She doesn't sleep with him Phoebe."

"So they haven't?"

Dani shakes her head.

Yes! He hasn't slept with her yes yes yes yes YES!"

"Where does she sleep?"

"Guest room."

"Why would she deal with him then?"

"She knows damn well he isn't in love with her but she is so convinced she can get to him. Nathan tells me everything. One night she went into his bedroom in lingerie and climbed into bed next to him. When he realized she was there he told her to go back to bed. When she didn't want to he picked her up in his arms and put her back into the guest room. When she said why he did that he said that he wanted to take things super slow. It's a lie because he doesn't love her. He still loves you however when he saw you with that guy it made him angry and made him question things."

"Oh that day you saw us."

"That and days after."

"What do you mean?"

"Nathan has been keeping tabs on you honey. You have had quite a few dates with this Aaron guy. He tells Evelyn he is having business meetings and then I get stuck with that looney tunes bitch. He just wants to make sure you are safe. Nathan definitely does not like seeing you in the company of another man. One time, when you and that guy went to dinner at some restaurant Nathan was in the background watching you. I guess you guys had driven separately."

"Yes I met him there."

"Okay. So you were about to leave and he grabbed your waist leaning into kiss you. You moved your mouth though and he kissed your cheek. Just that action alone of him holding you made him come home pissed off as hell. He was slamming doors, cursing out loud. Very loud. It was bad. Evelyn tried to calm him down but he basically told her to get lost and I couldn't help but laugh. When she asked me what happened I said that maybe the business meeting hadn't gone to well."

"Its not like we ever kissed."

"Yes but you are very flirtatious and he did not like seeing that."

"What does it matter. He doesn't care. If he did he wouldn't be so worried about what my dad thinks or anything. He would just approach me."

"This is true but I think both of you are being ridiculous."

"I just wish it could just be back to the way it was but it can't. I mean he is out with her right now."

"Phoebe let me tell you something. Last night he was so worried about you. He almost knocked your date out. Evelyn was pulling him away and so was I. He was the one who told me to go find you. When I found you I was to call him."

"Look Dani I understand but the bottom line is he is out with her right now and not me."

"Phoebe don't be so stubborn! I know he would drop her in an instant for you!"

Dani finishes the sandwiches and we have lunch still arguing over her brother and me. After awhile we finish and head over to the living room area.

"What do you want to do today Phoebe?"

"I don't want to go out. My head still kind of hurts and I'm not in a mood to be dealing with a bunch of different people."

"You want to take a dip in the pool?"

"I didn't bring a swimsuit."

"You can borrow one of mine. Lets get ready."

We get ready and head out to the pool. We literally stay outside for hours having a great time. They have a big trampoline in the back that I rotate to every so often. I feel like such a kid again. I've missed this girl.

"Dani I'm going to dive! Move out of my way!"

I jump in and make a big splash right in front of Dani.

"You suck!"

I check my phone and message my parents and Teddy to let them know I am okay. My parents know that I am with Dani but they don't know where. I assume the reason they aren't so inquisitive is because they know I'm obviously alive and they have been looking forward to this date for a long time. When I asked mom about it last week they said they were going for a ride on my father's helicopter and then to Escala to recreate some old memories. I didn't get to much into it. I don't need to know anymore of their escapades than I already know now.

I return to the water and do a few more laps. After about a half hour we decide to dry off and go inside. It is already 6:00pm.

"I can't believe we have been out there for so long."

"I know I had a lot of fun considering last nights events."

"Phoebes I don't want you to leave right now."

"When is Nathan coming back?"

"Not until 9:00pm."

"Well then I will be with you until 8:55pm."

Dani grumbles and rolls her eyes at me."

"Fine."

"You know what I feel like dancing!"

"Dancing?"

"Yeah come on!"

"Phoebe what are you doing?"

"I'm headed to your living room. Get your laptop and lets hook it up to the television."

"Alright."

Dani goes upstairs to get her laptop and comes back down with it. She hooks it up to the television and I find some fun dance videos. Me and Dani start imitating all these dancers and just have fun with it. We also do every funky dance move in existence from the sprinkler to popping the leg. Its good cardio. We get so lost in our own world that we don't even hear the front door close.

"Okay Dani for this song you need to just pop your torso like this! Pop! Pop. Now drop it low to the floor!" Dani, Dani what are you staring at?"

I turn around and look out from the living room towards the front door to see Nathan standing there with a very uncomfortable Evelyn.

"Dani what time is it?"

She looks just as shocked as I do.

"7:00pm."

I start to process more of my surroundings and realize that I'm still wearing a bikini that Dani let me borrow. Nathan eyes me intently. Dani makes her way quickly towards her brother.

"Nathan I thought you weren't going to be home until later."

"That was the plan but Evelyn was seasick most of the day so we cut it short and decided to come home."

Evelyn stares at me then addresses Nathan.

"Baby I'm so exhausted can you please help me to our room."

"Yes Nathan do help her. I think she forgot where the guestroom is considering she's been in there since the moment she arrived."

Evelyn flashes Dani a fake smile. Evelyn grabs Nathan's arm and pulls him with her up the stairs.

"I really really hate that bitch Phoebe."

"I better get going. Its late anyways. Can I head up to your bedroom?"

"Sure. I'm going to go use the restroom. I'll see you in a minute."

"Alright."

I head upstairs and turn left towards Dani's room. Nathan's room was down the right. I wish I was headed in that direction. I make my way into her bedroom and look to see where she moved my clothes. I get distracted by a message from Teddy asking me if I wanted to have dinner with him. As I'm responding I hear Dani's door open, close, and lock. I turn around to see Nathan standing there.

"Shouldn't you be with your girlfriend?"

Before I can say another word he grabs me by the waist and pulls me closer to him leaving my phone to drop out of my hand and onto the floor.

"I want to know something."

"What?"

It is taking every fiber of my being not to grab him and kiss him right now.

"Have you slept with him?"

"I don't think that's any of your business!"

"I'm going to ask you one more time Phoebe. Did you sleep with him?"

I see the fury in his eyes. I can't lie to this man. I just can't."

"No I haven't slept with him."

"Have you slept with her?"

His eyes soften and he shakes his head.

"No."

"Then why are you with her?"

"Why are you with him? That pathetic excuse for a man!"

"Don't turn this on me Nathan! I don't have an open relationship with him. We don't have a relationship at all! It was a few dates that was all but you you brought her here. She has been staying here! People take pictures of you together. What are you going to do now? You said you loved me! Yet its you holding her at the gala. Its her here in your home. Maybe not in your bed but she is still here!"

"Phoebe your father doesn't want me with you. I don't want to cause complications between you and your family."

I lean in closer to him and look into his eyes.

"Do you still love me?"

He takes his hands off my waist and holds my face gently.

"Phoebe Grey, I love you more than my own life. That never will change."

"Nathan…..I needed you. I still need you."

I take his hands and put them around my waist. Carnal instincts take over as he bends down and kisses me so hard that we fall to the floor. He falls on top of me and continues to kiss me our tongues intertwined in vigorous battle. He releases himself from me sitting up and pulls me onto his lap.

"We can't go any further right now. You need to get dressed."

"I've missed you so much."

"So have I. Now get dressed."

I pick up my clothes and look at him.

"Some help?"

He walks over to me and unties the bikini top and bottoms. I stand in front him completely naked, longing for him. He quickly hands me my panties and bra and the shorts and t-shirt I came in wearing today. I can tell he is fighting an urge to attack me as he becomes very fidgety.

"I'm clothed now."

"There is something I need to tell you Phoebe before you leave."

"What?"

"I didn't expect you to be here at all today. I'm glad you came and that I was able to see you."

"Things happen for a reason I guess."

He walks over closer to me and starts caressing my hair while his other hand strokes my back.

"You are right Phoebe. It should be you in my home and most importantly in my bed with me."

I smile and release myself from his grip. I pick up my purse and pull out a pen and paper. After I'm done writing I hand it to him.

"What's this?"

"That's my phone number. I want you to call me. As for my father, don't worry about it."

He smiles at me and then picks me up in his arms and twirls me around. At that moment the doorknob moves and Nathan unlocks the door and opens it. Its Dani. She walks in and eyes us suspiciously.

"I hope you guys didn't christen my room. That's my job."

We both roll our eyes at her.

"Really Dani. If I want Phoebe I'll take her to my bedroom where you can't hear a thing."

"Okay TMI, TMI! Does this mean that we can send that crazy bitch away?"

"I'll take care of it first thing in the morning."

"Good."

Me and Dani go downstairs and she gives me a big hug goodbye.

"Drive safe Phoebe."

"I will."

As I am approaching the door Nathan comes down the stairs with car keys in hand.

"Nathan where are you going?"

"Its late. I'm going to follow Phoebe home. Its dark out right now and I want to make sure she gets home safe."

I smile and nod. I get into my car and head home with him right behind me. As we pull up to my gate he pulls right next to me.

"I'll call you?"

"Call me."

I blow him a kiss. He smiles that gorgeous smile at me and leaves. I walk in to find a very bored Teddy.

"Hey do you still want to grab something to eat?"

"Yes! I'm starving! Gail is out with Taylor right now and of course mom and dad won't be back until later. I was waiting for you to go eat."

"Alright lets go. By the way I have so much to tell you brother."

(AT A LOCAL BAR IN SEATTLE)

A depressed Aaron Lesley sits at the bar drinking whiskey. Normally he doesn't drink that stuff but tonight was cause for it. Christian had verbally chewed his ass off about what had happened with Phoebe and told him to stay away from his daughter. He also threatened to have his legal career affected if he bothered her anymore. Aaron knew damn well how Christian Grey operated. He was a smart man and could be such a prick. He had come to the bar in Seattle that he had met Phoebe at. She was so beautiful he had to do something to bring her back.

"Hey another shot over here?"

"Hey man weren't you here with the Phoebe Grey?"

"Awhile ago."

"She is something else. You're a lucky man."

"Luck hasn't been on my side lately."

"I'm sure then you have met her father."

"Oh yeah. Christian Grey. I'm on his shit list."

A girl positions herself next to this man. She has red hair and bright green eyes. She is nonetheless very attractive.

"Hi there."

Aaron can't believe this girl is talking to him. Maybe his day is starting to look up.

"Hi."

"Can I buy you a drink?"

"How about I buy you a drink?"

"That sounds good."

The woman and Aaron chat for a couple of hours about everything and anything. They then start talking about the Greys. With Aaron being as drunk as he is he starts singing away information like a bird.

"I guess you hate that family don't you."

"I just wanted Phoebe."

"What if I told you I could help you get back with Phoebe and make good with Christian Grey?"

"I would say your nuts."

The woman asks Aaron to follow her to her car to which he obliges. She pulls out a stack of high amount bills.

"I have five hundred thousand dollars here for you if you will help me get back in with the Grey family with no complications."

"I don't do anything illegal miss."

"I'm not asking you to do anything illegal. I help you get Phoebe back I just need you to help me get back into the family."

"What if I decide I don't want to?"

"Fine then. You know Phoebe had a romance with Nathan Sullivan the CEO. Sooner or later she will fall into his arms again and there won't be any room for you."

Aaron hesitates but he wants Phoebe and has convinced himself he will do anything to get her.

"What do you want me to do."

"I'll go over it with you right now. I'll pay you the first half of this tonight and when the second half of the plan is completed I'll pay you the rest and more if you do a good job."

"Fine but may I ask…what's your name?"

"Rachel. Now we have work to do."