I do not own…Just this story and any character I add.

Thank you so much for all the reviews I have received on this story. As a writer of fan fiction I want to say that I may not always get my information correct but I do try to make it as close as I can and I am sure I will make more mistakes along the way. Also it was brought to my attention that I had made a mistake on Catherine's fathers name since I was going on his name being Charles ( similar to the original father from BATB ) so I corrected it from Charles to Thomas for anyone who noticed. Also if you have seen the original series you know what I am talking about. So on with the story shall we….

Chapter 29

The drive to dinner was just as interesting as the drive from the airport. Catherine's dad was very interested in what Vincent's plans were about his future as every father should be. Catherine noticed that Vincent had listened and with great patients had reassured her father of his future plans all the while Catherine listened and discussed wedding details for her and Vincent. By the time they reached the restaurant Catherine was more than happy to climb out of the car and take the fresh air and silence at least from talking for now. When Vincent climbed from the car he took Catherine into his arms and looked up at the restaurant sign.

"Wow Les Bernardin? I heard trying to get a table in here was a little harder then breaking into Fort Knox" Vincent chuckled.

"True but the owner is a close friend and I reserved us the Les Salon Bernardin for this evening. I wanted it to a special occasion" THOMAS smiled.

"Well, it is definitely a special occasion" Catherine smiled to her dad before squeezing Vincent's hand.

"Well, shall we" Brooke spoke in as she took Thomas's hand and moved to the private entrance.

Heather followed Brooke and Her dad in as Catherine and Vincent followed in behind. When they entered the salon Catherine gasped at the beauty of it.

The room was gorgeous beyond anything Catherine had seen in a while. The room was one floor above the actual restaurant for privacy and intimacy. It was enclosed in etched glass and accented by wooden coffered ceilings, the room had floor to ceiling windows that grace the salon. There was a large square table centered in the room with the finest linens and beautiful crystal glasses. The lights inside lit the room perfectly giving it a soft glow. Inside the room waiting for them was the chef as well as two servers to cater to their needs. Vincent smiled to her as he pulled out her seat before moving next to her and taking his. Once every one was seated the chef introduced himself and told them of the special menu that was planned for their evening. Everyone listed as the menu was read aloud. The waiters moved effortlessly as they filled glasses with the finest champagne. The waiter placed a glass in front of Catherine and she refused asking for sparkling water instead.

"Catherine you must have some champagne, it's a special occasion" Brooke smiled at her.

"That it is but before I do I want to give you and my dad something" Catherine smiled as she dug the small box from her clutch.

Catherine handed it to them and Vincent rested his arm around her chair as she leaned in to him.

Brooke and Thomas scooted closer together as they pulled the ribbon away from the box and looked inside. Heather was drinking a glass of champagne as she moved to look inside as well. Tucked inside the small box was a large metal shaped heart that opened. Catherine's dad removed it and clicked the lock open looking inside. Inside the little heart was a picture of the ultra sound photo. Catherine's dad looked up at her and then back at the photo before handing it to Brooke who did the same and then to heather who began to choke on her champagne.

"Catherine is this?" Thomas asked her.

"Yes" Catherine smiled at him as Vincent hugged her.

"I'm going to be a Grandfather" he said stunned before a smile spread across his face.

Thomas quickly pushed away from the table and moved to Catherine and Vincent hugging them as tears pooled in his eyes.

"OMG I am going to be an Aunt!" Heather cheered as she too moved to them.

"I don't know what the baby will call me but we can figure that out later" Brooke chimed in as she hugged the now large circle.

Catherine had been so afraid her father wouldn't have been happy about it but her fears were unnecessary she realized when she saw him grinning.

"How far along are you?" Brooke asked her.

"Um about 2 months give or take" Catherine smiled.

"Oh that is wonderful news" Brooke clapped her hands and raised her glass.

"To Catherine my beautiful step daughter and her husband on the wonderful news" Brooke smiled wiping her eyes.

Everyone raised their glasses joining in on the great news. Dinner went slowly as the talking changed from a wedding to a baby and then to the upcoming trail against Murfield. Catherine was glad she had been able to tell her father once everything had ended. Thomas had insisted that Vincent acquire one of his colleagues as an attorney to make sure that Vincent wouldn't have any difficulties with the trail. Vincent agreed of course which Catherine thought was pretty amazing. Thomas has told Vincent he would have the best attorney at his firm meet him at nine am for the meeting with the district attorney against Murfield. As dinner wound down Catherine found herself exhausted beyond belief, she couldn't imagine how tired she would be as the pregnancy progressed but it didn't really matter because now that everything had been brought to light she felt as if she could finally start the life she didn't think she would have with Vincent. The car finally pulled into the driveway and everyone climbed out. Catherine glanced down at her cellphone seeing it was near midnight. As everyone made their way inside Catherine made her way up the steps to the bed that was calling out to her.

"Catherine" Brooke called from the bottom of the stairs.

"Hmm" Catherine turned to her.

"Tomorrow I thought we could go do some shopping, so I would say around eleven?" she smiled.

"Sounds good" Catherine smiled before turning and making her way inside the room and removing her shoes.

Vincent shut the door behind himself as he moved to Catherine and unzipped her dress.

"Dinner was amazing" Vincent said before he leaned down and kissed her neck.

Catherine's exhaustion went out the window as she turned to him wrapping her arms around his neck.

"Yes it was, I'm glad you and my dad are getting along" Catherine smiled as she slid her hands from around his neck to work at the buttons on his shirt.

"He is a good man. He cares about the well-being of his daughters. I can only hope that I will be as good of a father as he is" Vincent smiled at her.

"You will be a great father, no matter what" Catherine slid her hands up his chest pushing the shirt off his shoulders and down his arms.

Vincent leaned his head down claiming Catherine's lips to his as she slid her hands to his pants. She quickly undid the button moving to slid them down over his hips to the floor.

"I think one of us is overdressed" Vincent grinned as he turned Catherine around her back pressed against his chest.

Slowly he moved his hands over her body riding her of the clothes that she still wore until she was completely naked against him. Vincent turned her slowly picking her up as she wrapped her legs around his waist. He moved to the bathroom and started the shower never taking his lips from hers. Vincent leaned Catherine against the wall as he waited for the shower to heat, his hand slowly exploring her body as she nipped at his lip. The bathroom filled with steam quickly and Vincent moved them into the shower. Their hands glided over each other as Vincent pinned Catherine against him as she braced her hands against the wall. His lips teasing while his fingers kneaded bring her to her first rolling orgasm. Slowly he slid himself deep inside her feeling her tighten around him as he went deeper. Their bodies moved together like a dance neither of them had forgotten, slowly bringing each other to their peak, colliding them together in cries of passion. Catherine's legs weak from the pleasure rested against Vincent's as he moved them out of the shower wrapping each other in towels before climbing into the warm bed. Catherine curled herself closer to Vincent as his grip tightening on her. Slowly as they listed to each other's heart beats they drifted to sleep.

I know its short but I didn't want to get too far ahead of myself. So I hope you enjoyed this chapter and also the restaurant featured in this story is in fact a REAL RESTURANT IN NEW YORK. Until next time….