After unpacking the car and putting all Hannah's stuff into the largest of the guest rooms we collapse on the bed. I pull her close, her back to my front and kiss her hair.

'Sleep baby, you must be exhausted.' I say. Her breathing relaxes and soon she is fast asleep. I leave her then, wandering back into my own room. I can't relax enough to sleep and end up back downstairs. Mom is still up; I go and sit next to her on the sofa.

'Hannah's asleep in the guest room; I'll be going into work early in the morning so I won't disturb her. Do you think she'll be OK?' I ask.

'Yes, I'm off work tomorrow so will look after her. I'll try and get her to open up a bit more. It seems like Hannah and her mom have been having problems for a while. I think her mom wants her to take over the running of the florists so that she can look after her grandchildren.'

'I know but shouldn't Hannah have her own life and make her own decisions instead of just fitting in around the family for their benefit.'

'I think so, but I'll talk to her more tomorrow.'

'Thanks mom, I guess I didn't realise how lucky we were having you and dad being so supportive in what we all do.' I hug her and say 'I love you mom.' She smiles at me and kisses my forehead before replying 'I love you too darling boy, remember that I'll always be here if you need help with anything. I'm so glad that you and Hannah feel comfortable enough to come to me for help.'

I make my way back upstairs and flop onto the bed, sleep finally comes.

Waking early the next day, I shower, dress and then pop my head round the door of the room where Hannah is. She is still asleep so I leave her be. Halfway through breakfast mom appears and hugs me and kisses the top of my head.

'Morning darling boy, you're up very early, I was going to make your breakfast.'

'I need to do some work today mom, so thought I'd have an early start. I feel a bit guilty for sleeping in Christian's office for four hours yesterday afternoon. I think he would have fired any normal employee by now but he's quite lenient with me. I don't want to take advantage of him being my brother.'

'Oh you know what Christian is like; he'll be tough on you when he wants to be.' She says smiling. I smile back at her knowing that she's right.

I arrive at work at 7a.m and head straight to the 19th floor. I wander around; there are five rooms in total, all with spectacular views. One already has a desk in and I set up my computer on it. In the other rooms the furniture is sparse, a meeting room with large table and twelve chairs, another room with a couple of comfy leather sofas and a small room attached to it with facilities to make drinks. There are another two large rooms that are completely empty. I will have to think what I want to do with those, though one has an ensuite shower room.

I settle myself at my desk and start to plan. Once I'm happy I move on to check out some of the accounts of first Christian's businesses and then my own. At 10a.m the phone on my desk rings. It's Christian. As usual he gets straight to the point. 'Why isn't your blackberry on? My office now.' And then he clicks off and I'm left staring into the handset baffled. What does he want now?

I leave what I'm doing and make my way straight to his office. Andrea isn't on reception so I just walk straight in. He's barking orders at someone but I go and sit on the leather sofa ignoring his conversation. When he's finished he comes and sits opposite and his tone changes.

'Morning Matt, you were in early this morning.' How does he know?

'I thought I'd better make up for yesterday.'

'Hey, that's fine. You more than make up for it with all the work you've been doing. With everything else that was going on yesterday I forgot to tell you about the girl. She's recovering in a psychiatric facility so will be no further trouble to you. You were in no danger from her; she wanted to get close to you as a way of getting to me. She apologises if she scared you and she also thanks you for helping her in the apartment.'

'Really, she had a funny way of showing I was in no danger; I've never been so scared.'

'I know, and I'm sorry you were ever involved but it's over now.' Christian says before totally changing the topic. 'How many contacts have you got in your blackberry?' I look at him puzzled 'Security.' Is all he says.

'Seven, mom, dad, Elliot, Mia, you, Taylor and Hannah.'

'No other friends?'

'No, I don't really have that many and I don't give out my number to anyone I come in contact with.'

'Good, I thought I was the only one in the family that was elusive but you are even more so.' He says and I smirk at him.

'I don't want everyone knowing my business and feeling they can contact me anytime. I see who I need to at school and that's enough.' I say as he smiles at me. 'So what's with the purchase of SIP? It's hardly profitable at the moment.'

'You have been working hard; the takeover bid is embargoed for a few more weeks yet.'

'I'm hardly going to say anything. Does Ana know, that's where she works isn't it?'

'Yes she knows, I bought it to keep her safe. Last night I fired her boss, he was inappropriate towards her.' He says. I look at him stunned. 'When Barney checked out his computer he found lots of information on all the Greys apart from you.'

'That's strange, is that why you were asking about the phone contacts?'

'Yes' is all he replies and the changes the subject again. 'Shall we work out together?'

'Sure, I'll go and grab my stuff.'

For two hours we work out, we push each other and the physical exertion feels good. Today we are equal and can't get the better of each other but the demands we place on one another's bodies is punishing. I am exhausted when we finish. We both shower and then head back to Christian's office. Taylor has left lunch for us both so we sit and eat.

'I need to fly to Portland tomorrow lunchtime with Ros for a meeting at WSU, will you come with us?'

'That sounds good.'

'In the evening Ana has got a friend coming, they're going out for drinks together with Kate and her brother and then he's staying at Escala. Do you fancy getting together with Elliot for a couple of drinks; you could stay over as well if you want.'

'Sure, I'll have to check with Hannah. I can't see it being a problem. She had an argument with her mom yesterday and she threw her out of the house, she's staying with us at the moment as she had nowhere else to go.' Christian grins at me and I know what he's thinking. 'In the guest room.' I state matter of factually. 'Mom was going to chat with her today to try and sort things out.'

'OK, why don't you head home early and spend some time with her.' He says.

'Maybe, I've got a few more things I need to look at so will probably leave about 4pm. I'd better go and get on with it now. Please thank Mrs Jones for lunch.'

'No worries, I've got meetings all afternoon so will see you tomorrow.' We both get up together and I give him a quick hug before returning to my office. I call Hannah but I'm switched straight to voicemail so then I call mom.

'Hi darling' Mom says.

'Hi Mom, is everything OK? I tried to call Hannah but there was no answer.'

'She's down by the jetty painting. Do you want me to take the phone to her?'

'No, don't disturb her, I'll be leaving work early and will be home about four so we'll have all evening together. I'll see you soon mom, love you.'

Love you too darling boy, see you soon' she says as I click the phone off.

I absorb myself in my work once more, now I've discovered Christian's recent purchase of SIP I look and see what else he has been up to. By 3pm I'm starting to tire and decide to call it a day. I quickly text Christian to let him know I'm on my way home but there's no reply.

I'm home for 4pm. Mom is playing the piano, I've not heard her play for a while but she stops when I enter the room.

'Hi mom, you don't need to stop for me.' I say as I go over and give her a hug.

'I was ready to finish anyway.' She says 'I'm meeting dad soon as we going out with friends tonight so I need to get ready. Hannah is still down by the jetty, she's been there most of the day.'

'How is she?'

'Upset, confused with her mom. We've had a good chat though but I'll leave her to tell you what she wants to.'

'OK, thanks mom. I'll go to her now.' I say and giving her another hug I leave the room. Passing through the kitchen I grab some cold drinks and fruit and then head for the jetty. Hannah seems to be lost in her own world; it looks like her sketch book is full of drawings in pencil and ink.

'Hey baby, I've brought you a drink and something to eat.' I say, giving her a kiss on the cheek. 'How's your day been?'

'Thanks Matt, I've actually had a really good day. Time to myself to do what I want without worrying about anyone else. Your mom has been brilliant; we've had chat about what I want to do and my future. She's been so encouraging and supportive.' She smiles at me. I sit down next to her and give her a hug.

'You seem a lot happier than last night. Sorry I left you this morning, you looked so beautiful sleeping and I didn't want to disturb you.'

'That's ok; your mom explained you wanted to be in work early. It's nice that you're home early as well because it means we've got time together now. I tried to call mom this morning but she didn't really want to talk to me, she says I've made my choice between family and you. It hurt so much.'

'Hey baby.' I say, pulling her close. 'I'm sorry, I didn't want to cause any upset between you and your mom and the rest of the family.'

'I don't know why she doesn't like you. I then called dad, he surprised me, he was really supportive of what I want to do. He's flying back from Chicago tomorrow; I'm going to meet him in the evening. He's staying in a hotel at Sea Tac for a couple of nights before flying back. Would you mind if I stayed with him tomorrow and Saturday. I know its Christian's birthday and Mia has been pestering me about what I'm wearing but I'm not sure I feel up to being with everyone right now.'

'That's fine, whatever makes you happy baby. It will be good for you to spend time with your dad. Christian had asked me to stay at his tomorrow so it fits in with my plans. Shall I drop you at the hotel tomorrow and then collect you on Sunday.'

'Yes please, that would be good.'

'If you need me at all over the weekend you only have to call and I'll be there for you, but I respect that you want to spend time with your dad and will leave you to do that.' I kiss her gently on the lips, she deepens it and I'm lost. Pulling away I look at her, my eyes must be blazing with desire.

'I want you.' she says.

'I know, let's go for a walk though. Mom and dad are out this evening, shall we go and pack a picnic and take it to the summerhouse?' I ask her.

'Oh Matt, that would be lovely, it was so perfect there yesterday. Can we take some of my art stuff?'

'Of course.' I say, helping her to her feet. 'I'll just go and get changed out of this suit, though I don't know why I bothered with it today, Christian actually turned up for work in jeans.'

'Well I don't care what Christian was wearing, you look good in a suit.' She says smiling.

'Really, well I'm still changing. You get your art stuff that you want then we'll pack the picnic together.'

'Oh Mr Control Freak, bossing me around now.' She smirks.

'I'll give you control freak, wait until we'll in the summerhouse. Go and get ready now.'

'Promises, promises.' She giggles as she goes into her room and I go into mine.