I closed my eyes and took a deep breathe to recall the scene in my head. The dark brick gleaming from the lights around the exterior of the restaurant. The accent colors went well with the scheme of a food wonderland. Lamps along the walkway leading to the front door, which has elegant flower landscaping on both sides of the door. As you walk in there is a coat check and hostess, the first floor has more of a cocktail hour feel; open floor plan with tables around the dance floor, booths lining the wall two bars one to the left and another at the back with a pathway to the outdoor patio area. The patio with lights hung across the space created a soft lounging experience with a live band some days.

The second floor is more private and for the dinner crowd. A softer ambience, tables are spaced evenly across the floors, more booths line the walls, a bar across the back wall is low lit with lights lining the bottom of the bar, beside the bar was a hallway which led to the V.I.P section, heavy velvet curtains and security wait for your entrance. From the V..i.P section is a rooftop lounge beautifully decorated with couches, lounge chairs and tables. From the Rooftop and V.I.P levels diners can access our boat cruise after and will make a great ending to their date. Cocktail diners will have to pay a fee but it will be well worth it. I couldn't help but smile forgetting where i was, this vision is what i've imagined for more than a year, for the last six months everyday, every hour of the day I knew this could be real. I turned around to smiles, praises and a stern faced Mr. Grey. I couldn't tell if he thought it was good or bad, but i had confidence in my work and know i could pull this off.

" That was good Ms. Steele. I will go over this with Mia and my assistant will be getting back with you. I have another candidate with a great vision. If you're picked for this project Ms. Steele you will be working closely with me and my team on every aspect, from budget to decor finalization, nothing is to move forward unless i feel that you have a handle on things and can be trusted with this very important task, Do you understand?

I couldn't help but to feel a rush of excitement. " Of course Sir, Mr. Grey I'm more than capable. I can handle any and all obstacles thrown my way" He looks me in the eyes before standing as does his assistant and a few others and exit the room.

Mr. Capmon came over and shook my hand. "Do you know what this could mean for you and our department Ana, You are a blessing, this would put us on the map for more than publishing. I'm going to congratulate you now, I knew you would do this." He walked away with a pep in his step i knew what he was thinking, dollar signs and expansions.

All i could do was stand there for a moment. My anxiety attack was mostly over and the panic has seized i could take a deep breathe and focus on the rest of the day. When i got back to my desk i called Kate and vented. How dare that egotistical, pigheaded, inconsiderate man, all of my hard work over the past six months cut down to a 15 min presentation. I sank further in my chair trying to go over exactly what happened. After getting advice from Kate I decided to get back to work and be the best at my current job. At least i can count on that. I could only hope that my vision is enough to win this contract. I took off my blazer and got to work until it was time to head home.

I walked out the room texting Kate to let her know I was going to need her to bring out the big glasses for wine talk tonight. Not looking where i was going, I walked right into our good friend Jose , he was in our Publishing department. I would have been there with him but i wanted to venture out and give another career path a chance. Besides being the project manager gives me a way to express myself and get my ideas out there. I could definitely use Jose's help in the future if the restaurant gets as much press and the outcome i'm hoping for.

"So sorry Jose i didn't look where i was going how are you?"

" Doing good Ana i was actually on my way out and wanted to see how your day went I know I haven't had time to speak with you with the new authors and manuscripts we have coming in. Oh yeah did i tell you I entered my pictures in the contest and was chosen as one of the participants to showcase, please say you will be there." I gave Jose a hug i was so proud of him he really had a future outside of publishing that could be very lucrative for him. As i pulled back Jose ran his hands slowly down my arm. " You don't know how much your support means to me Ana".

I felt eyes on me burning a hole through my back. I turned to see Mr. Grey sitting in Mr. Capmons office watching our interaction with a not so happy look on his face. He followed our progress as we kept walking towards the elevators." So how was your presentation today i bet it was amazing."

I grabbed Jose's arm and smiled up at him. "If only you knew how today went. You know I've been waiting for this opportunity and prepared for this. Well do you know Mr. Christian Grey himself cut down my presentation to 15 minutes and made me explain my view based off what i saw in my head. I kind of spaced out for a minute and he wanted that moment detailed to him, not as i have it documented on paper? I was so nervous, At least he has my portfolio if he even opened it. What am i going to do Jose?"

"Everything will work out exactly as it should, how about we go out Friday after work, we all can unwind. I know as much as Kate has been working she deserves a break also.'

"Yes she can Jose that sounds awesome, I definitely look forward to it."

Friday morning I walked into my office with a sense of happiness i had all week to think about my presentation and the effect Christian had on me. Well today nothing was bothering me, it was the end of the week and tonight we all were going out to unwind, and lord knows i need it. I've kept myself so busy i was actually ahead on my work this week, today would be a great day, I was claiming it nothing will damper my mood. Even though i haven't heard from him all week about my presentation, I checked every 10 minutes which drove me crazy. Today i was free, my hair was down. I had on a square neck cap sleeve sheath dress, six inch nude heels made me feel like i was on the runway as I exited the elevator. My mood instantly changed when i saw Mr. Capmon at my desk. Jalise usually had a tea waiting for me on Fridays but not today. Oh well I squared my shoulders and kept walking. There were whispers and looks as i passed, I began to think what could have happened since yesterday i know i didn't make nay mistakes. I thought back over the week , nothing came to mind what could Mr. Capmon want today gosh. He stopped me before i could get to the door.

" Anastasia please follow me to my office we have some things to discuss."

When i walked into his office, Christian his assistant and a man i could assume was a lawyer were sitting. Two uppers as i like to call them were also present. i couldn't help that bubble of excitement that was threatening to burst right now.

"Good Morning everyone, Mr. Grey. this is a surprise this morning."

"Anastasia" was all the greeting I got from Christian but that was ok, i knew he wasn't a person of many words.

"Anastasia, Mr. Grey and I have some things to discuss with you today, if you would please have a sit we can begin." As we walked around the table i saw that i would have to sit directly across from Christian. Here we go.

"Well Anastasia, I went over your ideas with Mia and she absolutely loved it, a waterfront restaurant is very appealing. The boat rides definitely were a hit with her, Anastasia we want you on this project and have the upmost faith in you that everything will go as planned. I need you to understand that this is extremely important. I know i told you this before but this is everything."

After a moment Mr Capmon interjected, " Ana we're very proud of you here and couldn't be more happy that you will be representing us, We will meet after lunch to discuss your move and how your schedule will change over the next week leading to the start of the project. The official date will be next Tuesday when Mia is in town." I will leave you and Mr. Grey to discuss the rest." Everyone began to gather their things and left the room. When the lock clicked I knew I was in trouble. He's just sitting there watching me, i don't know what he was waiting for.

"Anastasia this is Mia's first restaurant and her dream come true i don't have to keep telling you how important it is that everything goes according to plan. I will be working closely with you on this, everything and i mean every little detail has to go through me." He got up and walked around the table then to the window. " The papers in front of you are the contract which you can sign now or have your lawyer look over them. There's also a NDA that need to be signed, everything that happens during needs to be kept confidential."

I signed the NDA knowing that this job is everything to me and i would never jeopardize it, i knew what was at stake. I turned to look at his profile as he looked at the skyline. It would be so much easier if he wasn't good looking and i wasn't so attracted to him. His perfectly cut and highlighted hair shined in the sun, tailored t=suit was made just for him. Strong shoulders and arms were visible. Pants the fit in all the right areas. calm down girl.

"Yes sir, Mr. Grey, I understand. This is not only important to you but to me as well, I will put my all into this and make sure everything goes as planned." He turned to look at me, I held his stare as long as i could. Biting my lip I looked back down to the papers in front of me and signed my life away. I slid the pile to my right. a weight lifted this was it, my dream was officially coming true. I couldn't help the smile that spread across my face.

" Congratulation Anastasia, it will be my pleasure to work with you, I hope this turns out to be everything you'e dreamed and more." i sat there twirling the pen in my hand before setting it down and gathering my things. This is really it, everything i've worked so hard to attain is finally here, all i had to do is focus on the prize. I walked over to where he stood by the window.

" Thank you so much Mr. Grey for this opportunity and I promise i won't let you down." I walked away from him, away from temptation. I grabbed the handle as i left, steeling my nerves, i turned to say a final goodbye. the look in his eyes stopped me. I don't know what is was, coud it be the feeling was mutual. I took a deep breathe and smiled "Good bye Mr. Grey."

Before i could close the door i heard him " Until next time Anastasia" i really smiled then, " Until next time Christain." I held my head high as i headed back to my office, I couldn't wait to call Kate, Jalise and Jose. I was on a high that carried to the end of the day.