Christian POV

We are all dressed and ready to go in the chopper to the Ranch for Rey's funeral. I know Ana has been blocking it out since we got home yesterday and is forced to face it today. She has not said a word since we took off. I think it is better to leave her to be. We land with no problems and Sam comes and greets us.

Ana POV

I can do this. I just have to be strong like dad wanted me to be. I will do my best not to disappoint him. We drive in convoy to the little church in town and it is so full of people that loved and respected my dad. I am shocked. So many people have come to pay there respects to him. We pull up to the stairs and Christian gives me a reassuring long kiss then we get out. I am stunned when there is flashes all over. I hate this. How did they know we were going to be here and why do they care? I burry my face into Christian and he shields me away from them.

"Christian why are they here?" I don't understand all this.

"To try and get pictures of me baby. I am sorry." For him. Why?

"Why would they want pictures of you baby?"

"Ana they are looking for a story." Does this girl still not know who I am?

"Ok." I cant process all this now. I will ask later.

Taylor POV

When I saw Ana at the penthouse her face was not going to do for the funeral. The media would have had a field day with the blue and black marks. I got Gail to work her magic with her waterproof stuff and when I looked again she was brand new. I actually saw a smile. Ana seems to be holding up ok for now. I saw her body stiffen when the camera's started snapping away. I was completely blown away when she could not understand why they were taking pictures of the boss and her. I forgot she does not know who the boss is and this makes me smile. She is so innocent. The fact that she fell in love with just Christian as himself is perfect. I have secured the church and burial place and we have a decoy car to divert the paparazzi prom finding Ana at the Ranch.

Danny POV

The service went wonderful. Ana was so brave and strong. We on our way to the burial site were Ray will rest in peace. Sam did tell me the Marine's from our old crew are all in attendance to support our little marine. We all love her like she was our own kid. No matter what happens Ana will always have family in us. That young man ho;ding onto here is her rock. He has stood by her side through it all. Rey would be proud of him. He is an incredible man for out Ana.

Ana POV

We arrived at the burial site and I feel so wound up. I am holding onto Christians hand like it is my life line. Actually in a way it is.

"Ana baby are you ok." Oh how I hate that question.

"If I say yes I would be lying to you but Christian as long as you promise not to let go of my hand I will survive. I may need you to support me baby."

"I am here for you baby no matter what. We are linked for life." He squeezes my hand to make his point. I give him a tight smile and we step out with more fucking cameras going off. We go to the grave side and I am seated next to Christian, Jose and Elliot. This is the time I realize Ray is getting a military burial and all his former marines including Danny and Sam are in uniform all lined up to one side. All 30 of them. This is it and I start to weep into Christian shoulder.

"Baby I am here for you." I keep hearing him say. Those words are so comforting.

The little service here was brief then Danny stepped forward to address me. He stood behind the coffin facing me and saluted me. I took a deep breath and stood up and as I saluted back all his men followed suit. I noticed Taylor also salute and that put a smile on my face. I sat down and Christian kissed my cheek and told me he was proud of me. Then Danny spoke.

"Anastasia, Ray was a good man. He did not think twice to bring you into his life and ours. When you came home we all became a family. We all made a promise to you that no matter were life took us we will always be there for you. You were given the title little marine because you belonged with us. We are so very proud of the young lady you have become. Never forget that this family is here for you any time you need us. Ray was a good man and a good father to you. He will be missed greatly."

He salutes again and I rise and Salute back while they fold the flag that was on the coffin. This is the point when I can't stop the tears from spilling. I am so grateful when Christian stands up and wraps his arms around my shoulder allowing me to lean into him. I am presented with the flag and the Taps starts playing the coffin slowly lowers breaking my heart with every inch in drops. I almost jump out of my skin at the first shot of the rifle. Then another then one more. I relax again and sit down. Every one of them come up to me and without a word kisses me on the cheek and move on. Words are not needed at this point we are all hurting together. I don't know how long I sat there staring at the now covered crave. I feel Christian scoop me into his arms and we are on the move. I remember the flashes then we were in our vehicle to go back to the ranch.

Christian POV

Wow that was the most intense thing I have ever experienced. When Danny stood up and spoke to Ana I had tears in my eyes. Thank goodness for dark sunglasses. She was holding onto my hand so tight. When they presented her with the flag and the Taps started to play I could see her knees buckle so I stood up and took her into my arms and she crumbled into me. I hated the gun shots and I could feel Ana startle at them to. The silent words from every marine was touching. We sat there for a good half an hour until I tool charge and carried the love of my life to the car. We went home a different rout and Taylor says it was to distract and loos the press. It's finally all over and Ana can rest and heal.

Ana POV

I am sitting in Rays Office and I decided I want my military family with me at my wedding tomorrow. They are all I have. So I get on my phone and text Taylor.

Taylor can you please meet me in Rays office upstairs - Ana

I am on my way – T

I take out the two letters from Ray for Christian and I and put them in my desk. Before I even know what's going on he comes in and sits across from me.

"Ana what can I do for you?" I take a deep calming breath and tell him.

"Taylor I need to get my marine family to my wedding tomorrow. Please book me 30 suits for them at the same hotel as us. I will pay for the bill."

"Ana that is not necessary. The Hotel were you are getting married at is owned by Mr Grey so all the rooms are available to the guests for the wedding." What the? I am shocked. I can't even answer him.

"Ana you really do not know how famous Christian is do you?" All I can do is shake my head no.

"I promise to Google him soon." Taylor bursts into laughter.

"I need to hire a fleet of Helicopters to come and collect them here at the Ranch and bring them back."

"Ana it is all arranged. Christian has sorted it all out. There immediate families have also been invited. That's an extra 120 guests. We managed to get 6 20 seated helicopters they arrive 9 tomorrow morning."

"Thank you Taylor I don't know what else to say."

"Ana there is nothing to say. You are it for Christian. I have never seen him like this ever. For the first time in his life he is truly happy and that is because of you."

"Thank you Taylor."

I get up and surprise him by hugging him. Then he turns and leaves me standing there thinking how dad would have loved Christian.