Monday morning found Christian sitting in his chair behind the desk staring out the window. He didn't hear the knock on the door nor did hear Taylor come in. He stood there for a few minutes before talking. He cleared his throat.

"Is there a problem?" No answer. "Mr. Grey?"

"I want to marry your cousin."

Taylor smirked. "And that has you staring out the window? Andrea called and said that you were acting not like yourself. You haven't yelled at anyone this morning."

He saw Christian's ghost of a smile. "How unusual indeed?"

"What is the problem?"

"My past."

"What about it?"

"I don't deserve a woman like Ana. I don't want her touched by the things I've done."

"We all have a past and she would be there first one to tell you that it doesn't matter. Would you think less of her because of what she went through?"

"No. She was just a child. She didn't do anything for that to happen to her."

"You were just a child, teenager as well." He said. "She doesn't blame you for anything. She loves the person you are now. When do you plan on asking her?"

"This weekend. I want to take her to Aspen or somewhere romantic. I want to make it special, something she will never forget."

"You don't have to take her anywhere for it to be romantic. She told Gail that she didn't want to be showered with fancy trips, clothes or jewelry. She just wants you."

"I worked hard for my money, for my company. I want to treat her the way she deserves, like a princess."

"She's not used to that. She got by with what she needed. She has never bought anything that she didn't need. Especially after her dad died. She had so many medical bills from when her dad was in the hospital. She sold the only thing she had left that was hers; her home. It made a dent in her bills. That was the reason she took the job at the bakery, that and her love of baking."

"I know and as soon as we get married she won't have those bills anymore."

"There is something you need to know. My Aunt Jane wants to meet Ana. She's the one that was closest to Frank."

"When does she want to meet her?"

"This weekend. She wants to fly here with her husband, who was one Frank's good friends."

"I know that is your family but I have to ask, does she have an ulterior motive?"

"No. If she did than I would discourage her from coming."

"What about your grandmother?"

"She's having a difficult time coming to terms that Frank had a daughter. All this time she thought all she had were memories of her son and all this time there was a part of him living in his daughter. I talked to her and told her a little about Ana. How she doesn't deserve to punished because of who mother is? She didn't know anything about them. I didn't tell her anything about what she went through. I thought that was her decision."

"If Ana doesn't have a problem with the visit, then I don't." he said. "I'm sure she will want to meet. If she agrees, set the meet for Saturday at Escala. She might feel more comfortable there. By the way, when is she going to meet Sophie?"

"Her mother is being the proverbial bitch right now. She claims they are going out of town this weekend. So, I'll try again for next weekend."

"Ana was disappointed that she did get to meet her last weekend. Let's not tell her unless you can make it happen."

"Understood. Those papers were delivered this morning and are now in the hands of the attorneys."

"Good. One less headache I have to deal with although I don't think she will go that easy."

"I don't either."

"Are you still meeting Mr. Kavanagh after lunch?"

"Seems that way. I did put it off but I don't think I want to do that any longer. I'm interested to see what he wants to talk about."

"Sawyer said Ana has to stay after the bakery closes because she is going to meet with Gabby's daughter to show her the sketches of the cake she drew."

"I saw them and they are really good." He said. "But I think she is taking too much on. She's the head baker now, so that means she's there every morning at four. She stays until one most days. Now she wants to do wedding cakes or cakes in general."

"She loves doing what she does."

"She does."

"From what I learned about her in the short period that I've known her, she loves baking. She loves creating things and see other people enjoy her creations. She told Sawyer she was going to send you lunch. I'll bring it as soon as it arrives."

"She didn't tell me she was going to do that."

"Apparently, she told Gail you eat out too much, so she asked Gail to prepare lunch unless you have to eat out because of a business meeting."

He laughed. "And her eating a muffin every morning is healthy."

"Gail said she was going to start making her a breakfast as well to take to work." He said walking to the door. "I'll bring it up when it gets here."

After eating the lunch brought to him, sub sandwich, baked chips and raw vegetables, Christian read over some papers while waiting for his next appointment. Andrea announced Roz was on the way to see him. He heard the knock and then the door swung open.

"Christian, I came to see if you are okay. I haven't heard you bellowing at anyone." She sat down. "What gives?"

"A lot on my mind. "

"You always have a lot on your mind. This lot wouldn't be a certain brunette that I heard about. From what the rumors say, she is smoking hot."

That made Christian sit up. "And who would be saying these things."

"I don't know. It's just a rumor but now I see it wasn't just. So, tell me who is the lovely lady."

"Her name is Ana and I met her about five weeks ago."

"First time I've heard you mention a woman that wasn't related to you. It must be getting serious."

"Serious enough that she moved in with me."

"Wow. You move fast but you always have. I need to meet this lady."

"Next time she comes you two can meet."

She got up and headed to the door. "Oh by the way, did I miss the memo that we were having a meeting with Kavanagh Media?"

"No. This meeting is personal."

"Alright then. We have a business lunch with that tech company Thursday."

"I haven't forgotten. Andrea has it written down for me."

Andrea announced Mr. Kavanagh and showed him. Christian stood up and waited for him to come in. They shook hands and then Christian asked him to sit down. The exchanged pleasantries and Mr. Kavanagh declined anything to drink.

"What is the reason you wanted to meet today?"

"We've been acquaintances for a few years now and well my daughter Kate recently graduated. She is looking to become a journalist. Before I bring on board at Kavanagh Media I would like for her to get some experience. What better way than to work for GEH in the PR department. You're in the news at least once a week and she could write press releases. She's a very good writer. She could also be your press liaison."

He stared at his visitor for a few minutes before saying anything. "I have a very competent PR person who handles all things related to GEH. You have the audacity to come to my office and for me to give your daughter a job."

"I talked to my daughter about what you told me and she said you have it all wrong. I know Ana for a while now and she is a nice young lady who's had problems in the past. My daughter befriended her when she need of one. She explained that Ana was jealous when they moved to the house and starting acting out; damaging the house. That was why she took her money, to pay for those damages."

"You don't know your daughter very well do you. Your daughter is lying. Ana did none of those things. Your daughter was charging her rent because you wouldn't give her any extra money. Your daughter was making Ana be the maid by cleaning that house while all she did was shop and have parties. She treated Ana like she was a slave. I have witnesses; the neighbors."

"They are obviously lying for Ana."

"Watch what you say very carefully Mr. Kavanagh. Those neighbors happen to be my grandparents. Are you calling them liars?" He glared at the man while he sputtered trying to come up with a response. He threw an envelope on the desk and pushed it toward him. "Here is proof. Those are pictures of what that house looked like when she last threw a party and the others are of Ana's clothes. Your daughter cut them up before she went to collect her things. You see Ana moved out."

He stared at the pictures and placed them back on the desk. "I'm not calling them liars but what does that have to with the request I made. If she already moved out, then I don't see what the problem is."

"The problem as you put it is that your daughter made a mistake when she treated Ana that way. She unknowingly made an enemy."

"I still don't see how that is relevant."

"Ana Steele happens to be my girlfriend, my live-in girlfriend. She moved out of that house and moved in with me. So, any thought about finding her a job here is never going to happen. I suggest that you pay a visit to your daughter and see what kind a life she is living. I also expect you to find out just how much Ana was paying for rent and for how long. I want a check in that amount in Taylor's hand before the end of the week. This meeting is done. Oh, and if Kate comes near Ana for anything you will not like the repercussions. On that you have my word."

Embarrassed and angry at the outcome of the meeting, Bill, Mr. Kavanagh stood up and left. Within minutes of his departure, Taylor was walking in.

"By the look on his face, I take it the meeting didn't go well."

"No."

"What did he want?"

"He asked for a job in the PR department for his daughter."

"What? Are you serious?"

Christian nodded. "She also told him her version of the events. She put all the blame on Ana." He saw anger flood Taylor's face. "Call Sawyer and have him be extra vigilant. I wouldn't past Kate to come after Ana when her dad talks to her."

"I'll call him and let him know."

"He is also to send a check for the amount that Ana paid in rent for the time she was living there. He has until Friday. He is going to send it to you. If it doesn't come by Friday, let me know and I will make a call that he won't like." He rolled his shoulders. "I should be ready to leave by five thirty."

"I'll have the car waiting."

Later that night after dinner, Taylor told Ana that their aunt wanted to meet with her. He told her it would be up to her and their aunt would understand if she didn't want to meet her. Christian watched her for any sign of stress. As usual she just smiled.

"Of course I would like to meet her. When does she want to meet? Does she want me to go there?"

"She will come here and this weekend. It would be just her and her husband. She doesn't want to overwhelm you. Do you want to meet them here?"

"Here would be good if it's okay with Christian."

"Anything you want baby, here or at a restaurant."

"Here. I feel more comfortable. You will be here too Jason."

"If that is what you want." She nodded. "Then I will call her and tell her to come."

Ana was excited to meet her father's family that she was smiling all week. She talked with Gail and asked her to be present since she had already met this aunt. She had told Ana that was the only one she had met and that she was very nice. Since they were coming around lunch time, she helped Gail plan a light menu. They would set in up in the dining room and buffet style.

Ana and Gabby were cleaning up after the lunch crowed. Ana was getting the trash together while Gabby wiped down the tables when the alarm to her SUV went off. Sawyer went to the door and looked around.

"Stay in here Ana. Do not go outside and lock the door."

She watched him moved toward the SUV. She couldn't see anything wrong and went back to taking the trash to the back. She went back to the front and saw him talking on the phone with an angry look on his face. She shrugged her shoulders and decided to take the trash out herself. She went to the dumpster and threw one bag in. She was about to pick up the second bag when her hair was pulled and a gloved hand covered her mouth before she could scream. Her eyes wide with fear, her head was jerk backed.

"You just had to open your mouth. Couldn't keep it shut." Kate whispered. "Do you want to know what it feels like to have your father come to your house when you're having a party and throw everybody out. Then he yells at me like I'm some sort of child telling me how I lied to him. How embarrassed he was when he found out what I had done? How I hurt poor little Ana? Treating her like a maid and making her pay for rent. Poor little Ana. Everyone feels sorry for Ana. Boo hoo. If you think I'm going to pay you back for all those months of rent, think again. Everyone might be afraid to deal with Christian Grey but I'm not."

Ana couldn't make a sound. She was so scared and didn't know what her former friend would do. She had never seen her like this. she heard her name being called.

"Ana, what is taking you so long to take the trash out."

She pulled Ana back and then pushed her into the wall causing her to hit her head. Gabby screamed her name and ran to her making Kate run off. A few seconds later, Sawyer came running around the building with his gun drawn.

"What happened?"

"A woman had Ana by the hair. She ran off when I screamed. She went right around the building."

Sawyer took off running while calling for ambulance. He went in search but didn't see anybody. He didn't stray far because he didn't want to leave Ana without security. He went back, kneeling on the ground to check on her. she was breathing but wouldn't wake up when they called her name. minutes later the ambulance arrived. Once she was stable enough to move, she was wheeled in and on her way to the hospital.

Christian walked into University Hospital like a man on mission. Taylor was right behind him. He stopped at the nurse's desk.

"What room is Ana Steele in?"

"Are you a family member?"

"I'm her fiancée?"

"Only family members are allowed in."

Fury covered his face. "Do you know who I am?"

Taylor stepped in before the situation escalated. "I'm her cousin. Can you please tell us what room she is in?"

She typed on her computer. "She is room twenty-six. Go through those doors and at the first hallway take a right. You'll go through another set of doors and the room is on the left."

"Thank you."

They followed the directions and saw Sawyer standing outside the door as they approached. He stood up straighter when he saw them.

"How is she?" Christian asked.

"She has a cut about her left eyebrow that required some stitches. They said she has a mild concussion. They just brought her back from doing a CAT Scan. She's asleep on and off. She's complaining her head hurts and the lights hurt her eyes. She's most likely going to have a bruise on the side of her face."

"Where are the police? Why are they not here?"

"They came and she told them that it was an accident. She tripped over the trash."

"What?" Christian shouted.

"She knows who it was. She just doesn't want the police involved."

"Who was it?"

"Kate Kavanagh."

Taylor and Christian looked at each other. He nodded his head and Taylor turned to make a phone call while he walked into Ana's room. She had her eyes closed and the lights were dim. She must have heard him because she opened her eyes. She smiled faintly.

"Hi." She whispered.

"Hi baby. You feeling okay."

"My head hurts and the cut is throbbing." He moved her hair out of the way and so he could see the bandage better. It covered the area of her eyebrow to her hairline. He could see the bruise that was starting form. He leaned down and softly kissed her. "They did an CAT scan to see if I had bleeding or something like that. I haven't been told the results."

"Can they give any medicine?"

"The doctor didn't want me to take anything." She said. "Can you lay with me?"

She scooted over and he slid into the bed. He gathered her close as he could when he felt her shiver. He made sure she was covered.

"Are you cold? I can ask for another blanket."

"No." She whispered. "I was so scared when I felt that hand cover my mouth, my hair yanked back. Even when I recognized her voice I was still scared. I didn't know what she was going to do to me. She was so angry. If Gabby hadn't called out looking for me I don't know what could have happened."

"What did she say?"

She told him what Kate had told her. She told him that the whole encounter lasted only minutes but felt much longer than that. The door opened and a doctor came in. He saw Christian in the bed with Ana and stopped. He cleared his throat. Sliding out of the bed, he shook the doctors had and introduced himself.

"Grey? Any relation to Dr. Trevelyan Grey."

"My mother."

"Oh okay. Good." He said. "Now then, the test came back negative for any bleeding or swelling. That's good news but I am going to keep you for observation overnight. You were out for a couple minutes and then you were dizzy and nauseas when you came too. They will be in shortly to move you to a room."

"A private room?"

"Yes. Mr. Grey." He said. "Any questions?"

"None that I can think of."

Once she was moved to her room, Christian informed his parents and grandparents what had happened and that Ana was banged up pretty good but otherwise fine. That she was there for observation only. Gail had brought her soup for dinner and a bag of the things she might need when she visited. The grandparents also came, with grandma fussing over Ana. Christian left them to visit while he went to talk to Taylor.

"What have you found out?"

"There is a camera at the end of the building that faces the door and the parking lot. You can someone walk to the SUV but you can't see who it is or what they do. It looks like a woman. There is another camera in the back. That camera shows the attack. It also shows Miss Kavanaghs face."

"What? She attacked Ana." Theo asked. "I know she hated Ana but why would she do something like this."

"It's my fault. I had a meeting with Mr. Kavanagh earlier this week. He came to ask for a job in the PR department for his daughter. I told him what she had been doing to Ana but he claimed she was jealous of Kate. I told him the truth. I knew he was going to confront his daughter but I didn't expect this."

"Sarah did say she saw Bill show up at the house earlier this week." He said. "What are you going to do?"

"I want to press charges but Ana doesn't. So, I'm going to do what I do best. I set my plan in motion and it won't be long before Kavanagh Media belongs to me."