DEADLY MISTAKE

****THIS IS A WORK OF FICTION! I DO NOT OWN THE CHARACTERS, THEY BELONG TO EL JAMES. THE STORY LINE DETAILS BELONG TO ME***

Chapter 36

(Taylor's POV)

I am relieved to find out that it was an actual gas leak caused my no human error. With the city always trying to find cut backs, do they not realize the disaster it may cause? I was already waiting to see whom was involved from Christian's "let's get even" list. I hired professional men to see what is salvageable, with my presence of course once it was cleared. I couldn't risk anyone seeing personal things. Christian having all photos in a fire proof frame saved all photos throughout the home. His office was damaged completely, but everything that was in the safe was unharmed. I laugh to myself as I pick up the gift Ana once gave him before she left him and spent the whole day working on. He even had that fire and shatter proofed. I keep this with me, so it will keep him thinking positive. I go to the twin's room and remove the things they cherish the most. I am happy to see that anything with personal meaning from their past, was not destroyed. I am starting to see Christian's over protective ways are paying off. We all were lucky to have our personal things not destroyed. I can't say that for the vehicles though. I assume the house Christian was surprising Ana with for their anniversary will be given to her sooner. I already had everything arranged to be moved there. As I am leaving, I see Ana's and Luke's favorite toy. With a wicked smile I pick it up and take it with me. On my way to the hospital I call Welch to order replacement security vehicles as well. As Christian steps out of the room for a few minutes, I report what I found at the hospital.

(Luke's POV)
I have been getting a lot of rest lately, only due to Taylor's demand. I tried using the "I don't work here anymore bit" but it went on deaf ears. I know I can finally get some peace of mind now that Ana is out of that building. That woman is amazing ... stubborn as hell, but still amazing. I find myself thinking back when I was waiting in the waiting room since I refused any treatment. I know Ana seemed more than okay, but the thought of not knowing for so many hour, it screws with your head. I was so out of it that I had to leave when I realized the whole family was in there. Even if it shatters my heart every time watching her being married to Christian, it would kill me knowing Ana would be hurting due to Christian suffering because she didn't make it. I would never try to destroy their family for my own personal gain that is just wrong. I care for her just as much as I love her. It's the same way I would easily give my life for Christian, not only because it's my job, but I wouldn't or couldn't bear the thought of Ana suffering without Christian. Oh hell ... here comes the energizer bunny Mia. If I have to deal with her even for a few more days, I'm honestly quitting.

"Hi Luke, how are you feeling?" Mia says flirtatiously.

"I'm doing fine, just really tired." I say hoping she gets the hint to leave me alone.

"Would you like a massage to help you relax?" Mia asks with too much excitement.

"That's very kind of you to offer, but no thank you." I forcefully say politely.

"Are you sure, I'm really good with my hands?" Mia says with a wink.

"I'm sure ... I think I am going to get some rest now. It was nice seeing you again Ms. Grey." I say politely, hoping she gets the hint to leave me alone.

"It's Mia ... I think for now on ... every time you call me Ms. Grey, I am going to have to kiss you. Let's see if maybe you remember than, but perhaps you are forgetting on purpose." Mia exclaims with excitement as she winks and walks away swaying her hips on purpose.

Oh hell no ... seriously I give Taylor one more day and I'll pay for my own hotel or I fucking quit. I bet you fucking Taylor stays away on purpose ... Bastard. I decide to rest just in case Mia decides to bother me again. I don't understand how Christian has a lot of patients when it comes to Mia. I want to visit Ana desperately, but with everything going on with her leg, it is best that I wait until everything calms down. I have Taylor update me on a daily basis. I am not the resting type, so I take my chances and see if Gail needs help with the twins or anything else.

(Christian's POV)

I am trying to hide my guilt and fear as the operation is now time. I keep reminding myself to be as strong and brave as Ana, but it's so damn hard.

"This is your last warning Mr. Grey … stop it." Ana says with a smirk.

"Sorry baby, old habits are hard to break." I say with the smile that makes her blush.

I feel myself getting hard as I see the blush on her cheeks and biting her lip without thinking. The strength it takes for me to hold back from wanting to fuck Ana on this hospital bed at this moment. The way this woman makes me weak … drives me crazy in the best possible way.

"Christian, how in the hell can you be thinking of sex while I look like shit in this ugly ass hospital gown? Ana says with laughter and self-doubt as always.

"I wasn't … okay maybe I was. You should be used to me wanting sex with you anytime or anywhere. By the way Mrs. Grey, you never look like shit. I hate when you doubt yourself like that." I say firmly, hoping she will start believing me.

I see the relief in her eyes when the nurse comes in so she doesn't have to address this conversation. I give her that look that I know what she is doing and she only smiles. They start explaining that will update us frequently. The whole family makes a very quick visit before the operation. I appreciate the bravery they are upholding, I wish I could do the same. Ana is still laughing with tears as Elliot reminds her that she is going to make a hot pirate with a peg leg when it's Halloween. I wanted to beat the crap out of him when that came out of his mouth, but when Ana started laughing, I silently thanked Elliot for being the best brother by giving him a quick nod as I smiled. He smiled back and squeezed my shoulder before he left. I give Ana a sweet but intimate kiss before they wheel her off. I close my eyes and take in her scent.

"I love you baby and I will right by your side when you wake up." I say with love and using all my strength to hold back my tears.

"I love you to Christian. Everything will be fine either way it goes … remember its only leg." Ana says with a grin as she wipes the tears from my face.

As we take our last look before the door closes, I see her whisper "I love you" and I repeat the words to her. I feel my mom taking my hand and give it a squeeze. Having the whole family stay until she gets out of surgery; gives me the strength to be strong for Ana. The updates are quite frustrating, since they really don't tell us exactly how things are going, but Ana is doing well. Every time I feel myself losing it from waiting, Kate pushes her recording device that has Ana's message loud and clear in her warning voice, "Stop it Christian, don't make me warn you again!" Everyone ends up laughing at me when they see it works every time. I could careless that they know I am whipped, go figure as I laugh to myself. Finally after two and a half hours the doctor talks to us. He actually has the entire specialist with him and you can tell they are extremely tired. I am able to breathe once I hear Ana is doing well and I can go in a few minutes. They give us a quick breakdown on what they found and what they attempted. Even with the damage being severe, the specialist from Switzerland was able to perform a new procedure that was just approved, but stateside doctors where still not trained on. Ana's leg was saved, but it was important that she stayed off that leg for six weeks. He explained only when the cast was removed, would we know on how it would affect her walking. Everyone was shocked when I pulled the Swedish doctor to a full hug and thanked him with happy tears falling down my face.