Theresa was able to find a neighbor who gladly volunteered to watch Little Ethan while Theresa was spending time with Fox. Theresa called Fox to let him know that she found a sitter. Fox told her that he would be by in a few minutes. While checking her reflection in the mirror, Theresa thought it would be nice to dress up a bit. She hurried and found a strapless pale yellow dress that had a summery look to it. She found a matching pair of heels and proceeded to put on her makeup. As she was putting on her eye shadow, the doorbell rang. Theresa called, "Hold on a sec!" and rushed to put on finishing touches. As soon as she was finished, she eyed herself critically in the mirror to make sure everything was just right. Pleased with the results, Theresa went to the front door, opened it, and found Fox standing there with Fox had his back turned. Theresa called his name softly. When Fox turned around, he was struck by Theresa's beauty. "Theresa," He said overcome with admiration, "You look absolutely gorgeous."

"Thank you." Theresa replied smiling. "You look great too. Did you get a haircut?"

"Yeah," Fox admitted. "You like it?"

"I do like it." Theresa replied. "You look so much more handsome."

"Well, you know I do try." Fox said jestingly.

Theresa laughed. "I've missed you Fox. We haven't talked in awhile."

"It seems like ages." Fox said. "I missed you too, by the way."

"That's good to know." Theresa said still smiling. "So, where do you want to go?"

"I thought we could try this coffee place I heard about. Dylan told me it was a good spot."

"All right then." Theresa said.

"Shall we?" Fox said.

"We shall." Theresa replied as she linked her arm with Fox's.

~*~

Whitney decided to drop by Chad's office to get input on their wedding. She felt that since he was hardly ever home, that she would come to him instead. Whitney said hello to the secretary, Anita, who gave her a sympathetic look. Whitney struggled to forget the day she caught Chad and Syd. However, Whitney and Chad were slowly working things out again and both decided it would be best to never speak of that day again. Whitney knocked on Chad's door and peeked in. Chad looked up and smiled.

"Hey, baby." He said getting up from his desk.

"Hey," Whitney replied giving him a kiss on the lips. "I wanted to talk to you about some wedding things. Are you busy?"

"Not really." Chad replied.

"You don't mind?" Whitney asked.

"No, of course not. You're my fiancé. I always have time for you." Chad replied as he kissed Whitney again.

Whitney giggled. "Good." She whispered.

"Chad!" Vivian said as she opened the door. "Oh, excuse me." She said when she saw Whitney and Chad embracing.

"It's okay, Vivian." Chad replied. "This is Whitney Russell my fiancé. Whitney, this is Vivian."

"It's nice to meet you," Whitney said pleasantly as she extended her hand.

"Nice to meet you too." Vivian replied. "Chad, I didn't know you had a fiancé.".

"I thought I told you." Chad said.

"Hm. If you did, I must've forgotten." Vivian said with a careless wave of her hand. Anyhow, I came to remind you about that event I want you and Syd to attend."

"What event is this?" Whitney asked curiously.

"Well, it's this huge formal party of all the prominent music producers and their clients. I'm hoping that Syd and Chad will get a lot more exposure."

"I see." Whitney said. "That's wonderful."

"Yes, it is." Vivian replied. "Now Chad, remember, you and Syd are going together." Whitney blanched. "Oh," Vivian said addressing Whitney. "I hope you don't mind. I just thought it would be best if Chad and Syd arrived together."

"I-uh- understand." Whitney said softly. "No problem." She said with a forced smile.

"Great." Vivian said. "The event takes place two weeks from today, Chad. Make sure you've got a tux to wear." Vivian glanced at her watch. "I've got a meeting to get to.  Don't forget Chad! It was nice meeting you Whitney." Vivian said as she rushed out the door.

Whitney looked pale. She sat down in one of Chad's office chairs. "I'm sorry I forgot to tell you." Chad said softly.

Whitney looked up at Chad. "I don't want you going to that event with Syd." She said girmly.

"Whitney," Chad said. "How can you let me continue to work with Syd, but you won't let me go to one event with her?" Whitney did not respond.

"I have no choice, Whitney. Vivian is my boss, and she's given me instructions. I've got to comply with them. If I don't, I risk losing my job."

"I know." Whitney said softly. "I just have a bad feeling something might happen at that event that will break us apart again."

~*~

Ethan had found a job working at the L.A. production studio where Chad also worked. He had heard from Chad that they needed someone to help with all the legalities. Ethan was glad that the opportunity came up and immediately called the studio. Vivian, Chad's boss, happened to be the one who was going to introduce Ethan to the life of the music business. Ethan went into her office and sat patiently. Vivian came bustling in. She seemed to be full of energy.

"Sorry I'm late." Vivian apologized.

"It's no problem." Ethan replied smiling.

"Well, first of all, welcome. It's good to have you on our team."

"I'm glad to be here." Ethan replied.

"Great. Now, your office will be on the 5th floor. It will be the third door on the right. Your secretary's name is Florence. She's been here for awhile, so she'll be able to help you get acquainted with the building. As far as what you will be doing, you'll most likely be dealing with the contracts we make with our clients. You know, all the legal things."

"I understand." Ethan said.

"Great. Also, there's an event that's going to have all the prominent music producers and their clients. It's going to be in a couple of weeks. I thought that it might be a good idea for you to go. After all, you do work with us now."

"Wow, that sounds great." Ethan replied.

"Okay, I'll put you on the guest list. I noticed you have a wedding band on, so I'll also add your wife's name to the list."

"You're very observant." Ethan noted.

"Well, thank you." Vivian replied smiling. "What's your wife's name?"

"Gwen Winthrop." Ethan said as Vivian scribbled the name on a sheet of paper. "All right then. It's all set. The event is a couple of weeks from today. I'll have transportation set up for you."

"Thanks, Vivian." Ethan said as he got up.

"You're very welcome." Vivian replied.

Ethan walked to his office. He felt like he was floating on air. Everything seemed to be perfect except for the fact that he didn't know the results of the paternity test. Ethan decided that he would call the hospital to see if the results came in. Once he reached the 5th floor, Florence looked up from her desk. She was an elderly woman who was regarded respectfully by everyone. She had been a secretary at the production studio for a long time. She appeared to be nice and greeted Ethan warmly.

"Hello, you must be Mr. Winthrop." Florence said.

"I am." Ethan said as he shook her hand. "You must be Florence."

"That's right." The woman replied. "Do you know where your office is?"

"Yes." Ethan nodded.

"Good, if you need anything, just call me!" Florence said as Ethan started down the hall.

"I will!" Ethan said. He opened the door and was amazed at the size of his room. He was pleased with the layout. The windows were large. Ethan opened the blinds and the city of L.A. was displayed before him. Ethan sat in the office chair and sighed. It was so comfortable. There was a couch on the right side of the room as well as a plant in the corner. Ethan looked around content. He picked up the phone and decided to call Gwen.

"Hello?" Gwen answered.

"Hey, honey. It's me." Ethan said.

"Ethan! Hi! How's work going?"

"It's wonderful. You should see my office. It's amazing." Ethan replied.

"I'm glad. We'll get a place of our own in no time." Gwen said happily.

"Yeah, oh and get this. I was invited to attend this huge event in a couple of weeks. There's going to be a number of famous people there."

"That's wonderful, sweetie." Gwen said.

"You've been added to the guest list too." Ethan added.

"Oh, Ethan. I don't know if I should go. The baby~"

"Honey, it's just for one night. Besides, we can find someone responsible to watch the baby."

"I don't know~" Gwen trailed off.

"C'mon Gwen." Ethan coaxed. "It'll be fun."

Gwen was silent for a moment. She then reluctantly agreed. "Okay, Ethan. I'll go, but I'll need to find something to wear."

"I'll take care of that. Love you!" Ethan said.

"I love you too." Gwen replied before hanging up.

Vivian entered Ethan's office and handed him some papers. "You like the room?" She asked.

"I love the room." Ethan replied smiling.

"Vivian!" Florence called urgently as she entered the office.

"What is it?" Vivian asked alarmed.

"There's something going on in Mr. Harris' office. Security demanded you be there immediately!"

"Oh dear," Vivian said as she rushed out of the room. Curious, Ethan followed.

~*~

"Whitney," Chad said again. "Trust me. Nothing is going to happen between me and Syd, all right? I love you, baby. I won't hurt you again."

"I trust you, honey. I just don't trust Syd. She wants you! I can tell. I don't think she'll ever stop either. Syd will continue to pursue after you regardless of whether you're taken or not. I'm afraid she won't give up. I don't want you working with her, and I don't want you going to the event with her. I just don't want her around you, period."

Syd walked in while Whitney was talking. She was immediately irked and snapped on Whitney. "Why the hell are you here?" Syd demanded.

"Excuse me?" Whitney asked defensively.

"You heard me, why the hell are you here?"

"That is none of your business." Whitney replied through clenched teeth.

"Whatever." Syd said holding up her palm. "I suggest you leave now."

"Who are you to tell me what to do?" Whitney asked boiling with anger.

"Chad is my producer and I need to work with him, so please take your scrawny ass out of here so we can work."

"I've had enough of you!" Whitney screamed. "You are a manipulative, selfish, sorry-ass, home-wrecking bitch who has nothing better to do than go after taken men!" Whitney lunged forward and grabbed Syd's hair. "I hate you!" Whitney screamed as she pushed Syd to the ground. Syd yelled in pain. "Ow!" She cried as Whitney continued to attack her. Syd put her arms over her head to try to block Whitney's punches. Chad managed to pull Whitney off. When Syd got up again, Whitney broke free of Chad's grasp and hit Syd right in the nose.

"Ow!" Syd cried as she held her nose. "Security!" Syd called. "Security!" She called again. Anita heard the ruckus occurring in Chad's office and called security to the office floor. Two strapping men came in with intense looks on their faces.

"What is going on here?" One of the guards demanded.

"That woman is assaulting me!" Syd pointed to Whitney. "Take her into custody!"

One guard headed towards Whitney and held her arm. Chad tried to fight him off. "Move sir!" The guard demanded. "Syd, call them off!" Chad yelled.

"No!" Syd cried. "Take her into custody!"

"What in God's name happened?" Vivian replied breathless as she came into the office. Ethan followed behind her.

"That woman assaulted me!" Syd cried pitifully hoping Vivian would take her side.

"Why?" Vivian asked. She looked questioningly at Chad and then at Whitney. Whitney didn't seem to the type who would attack someone.

"I don't know. We were just standing here talking when she just lunged at me and attacked me." Syd said pathetically.

"That is not true!" Whitney sputtered. "You lying little~"

"Whitney." Chad said warningly. "Look, this is all just one big misunderstanding."

"No it's not." Syd insisted. "What's not understandable? That woman assaulted me."

Vivian looked at Chad. "Did she really attack Syd?" Chad refused to answer, but Vivian could tell by the look in his eyes that Whitney had certainly attacked Syd.

"I'm pressing charges!" Syd cried. "Take her away! Take her to jail!"

"No!" Chad cried.

"I'm sorry, Chad." Vivian said. "They'll have to take her down to the L.A. police station."

"Can't you do anything?" Chad asked desperately.

"One of our clients was put in danger. It's procedure." Vivian replied.

"But~" before Chad could say anything, the two security guards escorted Whitney out of the room.

"Ethan! Isn't there something we can do?" Chad asked his friend.

"Unless Syd drops the charges, Whitney may end up doing some jail time." Ethan replied bleakly.