A/N: Many of you are worried about Christian either being too weak to Elena or that Ana won't forgive him. Please remember the summary to this story. Christian WILL overpower Elena's control over him and A/C WILL have their HEA as promised. Stick with me for a little bit longer. Thanks to those who take the time to review. Enjoy.

Title: FSOG: From Heartbreak to Happiness?

Chapter 35

***The Next Day***

(In Christian's office, he and Taylor are having a heart-to-heart talk. Taylor listens as Christian vents)

Christian: (sighs deeply) "Well, Taylor, this time, I fucked up. I fucked up royally."

(Taylor tilts his head as he carefully listens to his boss and friend)

Taylor: "How so?"

Christian: "I thought that, a long time ago, Elena finally got the picture that there's no hope for her and me."

Taylor: "I take it she didn't."

Christian: (chuckles dryly) "That's an understatement. She came to me yesterday, saying she's finally free and wanted me back. I told her 'not a chance' and told her to leave." (sighs) "I don't know if I unintentionally gave her the impression that I was willing should she leave Linc."

Taylor: "Sir, as far as I know, you've always told her…and me, for that matter…that she's your past. Miss Steele is your future."

Christian: "Ana is my future. I told that to Elena. But, she has it in her damn head that if Ana weren't in the picture, I'd choose her." (scoffs) "Fuck, Taylor, she thinks I'd choose her anyway if it came down to it."

Taylor: (lowers his head a bit) "What exactly happened yesterday, sir?"

Christian: "Elena started kissing my neck. Saying that she knew I wanted her. That it's okay to want her. I told her I wanted Ana. She didn't believe me because she stated if I truly wanted Ana, I would've kicked her out a long time ago or I never would have let her in."

Taylor: "Did you tell her to get out during all of this?"

Christian: "Yes, I did. It's like she wasn't listening, though. She started undressing and coming onto me." (sighs in defeat) "I don't want her, Taylor, but…it's like I have no willpower when it comes to her. I admit that if Ana weren't in the picture, I'd consider going back go to Elena. What's stopping me? I know Elena would just hurt me again. Maybe not right away, but down the line. I know that I have an amazing woman in Anastasia, Taylor. I won't let her go."

Taylor: "It sounds like you know in your heart that Ana's who you want. But your inner demons tell you that you should go to Elena. Maybe you feel you don't deserve Ana, so that's why you're letting Elena get to you."

Christian: "Elena's a damn drug, that I keep saying no to, but just won't go away." (shakes his head) "I almost fucked her, Taylor. Memories of Ana and our love for each other knocked some sense into me. I spoke to Elena in a way that I never have before and it scared her to death. She even said it scared her. I was just about to throw her ass out when Gail came out of the kitchen and threatened to toss her out if she didn't get the picture. Elena wondered if I'd really let Gail do that or if Gail had the guts to do it. I grabbed Elena's stuff and her arm and threw her out into the hallway, slamming the door behind her."

Taylor: (raises his eyebrows) "I can just imagine how pissed off she was at that and even more now."

Christian: (shrugs) "Probably a lot. I hope she stays away because she's not wanted." (scoffs) "I honestly don't know what else I can say or do to Elena for her to get the damn hint. I've told her to stay the fuck away. Hasn't helped. I grabbed her roughly and threw her ass out after speaking in a warning tone. I don't think she'll listen. I told her that I love Ana, NOT her."

(Christian rests his face in the palm of his hands before wiping it. After, he faces his bodyguard nervously)

Christian: "I know that Elena's pissed off that I chose Ana over her. I'm concerned that Elena will try going after Ana because I want Ana."

Taylor: "Correct me if I'm wrong, Sir. But it sounds like Miss Steele may need a bodyguard more than you. May I make a suggestion?"

Christian: (nods) "Of course."

Taylor: "Being I know more of how Elena operates, I should bodyguard Miss Steele incase Elena targets her. Sawyer can stay with you when you're out."

Christian: "I agree with your suggestion and will tell this to Sawyer. I don't trust Elena to not go after Ana. When I go see Ana later, I'll tell her that you're guarding her."

Taylor: "I have to ask you this, Mr. Grey. I want to make sure there's no doubt in your heart as I'm sure it'll come up when Miss Steele asks you."

Christian: "Go ahead, Taylor."

Taylor: "Are you truly over Elena? You have stated a few times you are, but a few people, especially Elena, would doubt you."

Christian: (serious/passionate tone) "My heart is with Ana and will always be. However, I admit that Elena has this pull over me that I can't shake." (nods) "I also admit that while I want to make sure Elena knows I want Ana, I don't want to be accused of being too rough as I felt I may have been the other night. I grabbed Elena's arm roughly and I don't want to be that man who handles women wrong."

Taylor: "I have a suggestion for you. It's up to you, though."

Christian: (nodding) "I'm listening."

Taylor: "How about I speak to Elena personally? I won't harm her or grab her wrong, but I WILL make her see that you want Miss Steele. NOT her."

(Christian nods in response)

Christian: "Thank you. I appreciate it." (serious tone) "If that fails, I know the next step to take. Elena won't like it, but if it comes down to it, so be it."

(At the end of the day, Ana is finally released from the hospital. As much as Kate wanted to be there, she couldn't get away from work. Christian lovingly stepped up and offered to take Ana home)

(Ana insisted that she was perfectly capable of getting home on her own. Not only did the doctor argue with that, but Christian told her he wanted to make sure she got home safely)

Ana: (rolls her eyes) "Yes, doctor." (smirks) "Yes, Dr. Grey."

Christian: (amused) "Oh, you're cute."

Ana: (shrugs) "I try."

(They share small chat as he helps her get in his Porsche and then to her apartment. Once they're inside, Ana starts the conversation as she knew something was wrong)

Ana: "Did you get my text from last night?"

(After Christian makes sure she's comfortable on the couch, he sits down next to her)

Christian: "Yes, I did. We need to talk."

(Christian looks away, resting his elbows on his thighs, then his face into the palm of his hands. After wiping his face, he looks to the ceiling and sighs deeply)

Christian: "I have something to tell you and you won't like it."

(Ana can't help but wonder what's going on)

Ana: (concerned) "C-Christian?"

(He faces the woman he adores with a pleading look)

Christian: "I pray to God that you can forgive me, Anastasia. Because I'm having a hard time forgiving myself."

(Ana grows more worried by the second! What the fuck is going on?! Why is he so scared? She gulps in some much-needed air before speaking)

Ana: "What's it about, Christian?"

(He faces her with an uncertain look)

Christian: "Elena."

Chapter 35 Done

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