I walk back into the room still holding Hannah's hand. Mom and Mia are already sat in the two chairs by the window. Christian is on the phone, but is just finishing the conversation 'Thanks for letting me know Kate, I'll speak to my team and see if we can block it.' He says giving me a concerned look. Clicking off he immediately calls someone else.

'Ros, I've got a problem.' He says, everyone looks at him. 'The Seattle News has got hold of the story of Matt. Kate's done her best but is having no joy can you get someone on it to get it blocked. I'll do a trade off if necessary, they can have a picture and story of me and Ana but nothing on Matt.' She obviously says something and then he replies 'Ok, let me know, thanks Ros.'

I am gripping Hannah's hand tightly. Christian looks at me and then says 'Don't worry, Ros will sort this out.' he then pulls me to one side and says so no-one can hear 'Off the top of your head how much have you got in them.'

'I have forty five and you have forty.'

'Would you consolidate if need be?' he asks.

'Yes, whatever you're thinking of doing I trust you.' I say 'Will dad be OK with it?' He nods.

'What are you two whispering about?' Mia asks.

'Business.' Christian replies smiling tightly.

'Do you think it will be stopped?' Mom asks him.

'Yes, otherwise it will be one of their last publications.' He says.

'You can do that?' Mia asks in awe. Christian just shrugs not giving too much away.

Hannah is stood by the window staring out. I go and stand behind her and envelope her into a hug, kissing the top of her head.

'Is it always like this with your family?' Hannah asks.

'What?' I ask.

'All the drama, the press, the money.' She says quietly so it's just our conversation.

'No, not for me. I'm kept out of the spotlight. I've never been in the paper before and I don't know why they've picked up on this story. As for the money, I've not got much.' Hannah turns and looks at me in disbelief so I continue 'Apart from what Christian has paid me this summer I don't get given much cash. I've never really noticed before but things that I need just appear, I didn't have money to spend on stuff. I hardly ever get my weekly allowance because dad is so tough on me, if I do the slightest thing wrong he doesn't give it to me. I won't get this weeks because of my behaviour today.'

'I never realised how difficult it was being you. I always thought you had it easy and were spoilt but these last couple of weeks have been a real eye opener. You can't just go and do as you please without someone needing to know where you are and what you're doing the whole time. You're expected to behave in a certain way in case it gets picked up by the press. It's not even just your mom and dad on your back about your behaviour but your brothers as well. How do you manage?' Hannah asks.

I shrug 'I don't know, it's always been like that. When everyone at school organised stuff like bowling or ice skating I never went and people just thought I was being reclusive including you. The truth was I never had the money to go, I came to the parties at the end of the year because I didn't have to pay anything.'

'Oh Matt, I'm sorry. Why didn't you ask your mom for the money or Christian?'

'Because after receiving a lecture from dad about my behaviour and that I wouldn't be getting my allowance I didn't feel I could then go to mom and ask her behind his back. With Christian I never asked because I didn't want to take advantage of the fact that he had money, he bought me stuff, the latest gear and a car and it was easier just to accept the gifts but I never asked him for anything, he just seemed to know what to buy for me. Mia was always really popular at school and would be at everything social, she was embarrassed by me because I was always alone.'

'I feel awful, I've sat next to you since we were five and I still never realised, you've kept all this well hidden. So if I spent lunchtimes with the girls you would be alone.' She says and I nod. 'What about Jonty?'

'You know what he's like; even though we're close he's always been popular as well. Everyone knows he's got money and would latch onto him to try and get in his group. I was always wary about people trying to be friendly with me because of Christian, he only had to turn up to collect me and all the girls and moms would try and get his attention. I do go out with Jonty occasionally still but he's like Elliot used to be with the girls and has someone different each week.'

'I can understand you being wary, everyone really wanted to be friends with you, all the girls were desperate for you to acknowledge them. If you smiled at one of them they would talk of nothing else thinking you might like them. Has school been tough for you?'

'Yes, that's why I just work hard but then I would get bored waiting for everyone to finish or catch up.'

'And you end up doing something mischievous.' She says.

'I just can't help it.' I say grinning at her. I give her another hug. I'm starting to tire again, I go and sit down in the chair that Mia has vacated, she is talking to Christian. Hannah goes to talk to them whilst I speak with mom.

'Darling boy are you OK?' mom asks

'Yes mom.'

'What about you and Hannah?'

'We'll be fine mom. I think we just need some alone time away from this place.' I say.

'Remember no kissing for at least another two weeks. Hannah has had a blood test and is clear and you will need some more blood tests over the next few weeks. You also won't be able to do much else either for a week or so.'

'Mom.'

'I'm just saying, don't be embarrassed. You'll have to ask the doctor more when you get discharged.'

'I think I'll just take your word for it.' I say quietly, not really wanting to talk with mom or anyone else about sex.

'I'll get Christian to ask them if you like.' She says and I must look horrified. 'Matt, I won't be here when they discharge you.'

'Why?' I ask just as dad arrives. He comes and kisses mom straight away and she gets up to hug him. He whispers something in her ear and she shakes her head, giving me a concerned look. I stand and move to chat with Christian so that mom and dad can talk in privacy.

'Ros has dealt with the Seattle News.' Christian says.

'Already, that was quick. Do they want a story about you and Ana?' I ask.

'No, Ros sorted it out without having to mention a trade-off. She can be formidable when she wants to be, I wouldn't want to be on the wrong side of her.' He says grinning.

'Thanks Christian for offering a story about you and Ana.' I say.

'No problem, you don't need this hassle whilst you're still at school. From what Mia told me you find school difficult enough as it is.' He says sympathetically. I just shrug.

Mia and Hannah interrupt us 'Do you mind if we go to Escala now and start getting ready to go out?' Mia asks.

'Yes that's fine Mia. Remember best behaviour tonight, no leading Hannah astray. I've already given instructions to Ana. Security will be with you all evening so don't try and lose them.' Christian says to her as I hug Hannah.

'Bye baby, have a good time tonight. I'll see you tomorrow. I love you.' I whisper to her.

'I love you too Matt. I can't wait for tomorrow, don't do anything that will affect your discharge.' Hannah says smiling.

'Christian can you see the girls out, your mom will walk with you. I just want a word with Matt.' Dad says in a way that he just expects Christian to do as he says. I gulp, here comes the lecture. Hannah looks at me with concern.

'Go, I'll be OK. Enjoy yourself. I'll text you.' I say before giving her a final hug. Mia gives me a hug and tells me she'll look after Hannah. Mom also comes and gives me a quick hug. It's just me and dad left in the room. I go and sit down in one of the chairs and dad sits opposite me.

'Matt, how are you feeling?' he asks.

'Tired.'

'What happened this afternoon, mom said you had a bit of a wobble.'

'I got angry and frustrated' I say, I'd rather he just lectured me and got this over with.

'So because you're angry it makes it ok to upset mom, Mia and Hannah.' I just shrug at him 'Matt, I'm taking mom away tonight for a few days. She didn't want to go because of this afternoon; she's worried about you and wanted to wait until you were settled at Escala. I think she could do with the break though. After last Friday with Christian's helicopter, the party on Saturday and then what happened with you on Sunday she needs to go and relax somewhere and have time to herself.' he says gently ,I look at him not really taking in what he's telling me. I just want to close my eyes and then it will all go away. 'Matt are you listening to me?' I nod. 'So you understand that mom and I are going away for a few days.'

'Yes.' I say to keep him happy. I shut my eyes now.

''Matt, this is why mom is worried and stressed out. You only seem to listen to what you want to hear at the moment and then if you don't like it you have a tantrum. I know it's not easy stuck in here but you still have to consider other people's feelings and can't get away with shouting at them and slamming doors.' He says loudly in lecture mode, I knew he'd get there in the end.

'Have you finished?' I ask.

'Matthew.' He says almost shocked, I think he's trying not to get angry with me. 'I'm going now; your mom will be waiting at the car for me. We'll see you at home on Sunday.'

'Fine.' I say and keep my eyes closed. I'm alone in the room again for only the second time. I can feel myself drifting to sleep but I am uncomfortable in the chair and stand to move to the bed. As I walk across the room I feel light headed and dizzy, I remember mom's words and sink to the floor, sitting with my head between my knees. Someone will be with me soon.

'Matt.' Christian says kneeling next to me 'What happened, did you get dizzy?' I nod at him. 'Let me help you to the bed.' He says and helps me up effortlessly. I lie with my head on the cool pillows, my eyes closed; it feels good to be lying down again.

'What happened with dad? He was angry by the time he got to the car and just told mom to get in.' I shrug. 'I can't believe he left you on your own, he should have waited until I got back.' I open my eyes. He gives me a concerned look and then says 'Matt, have you got any words.' I shake my head. He rakes his fingers through his hair; he doesn't know what to do. 'Shit Matt, you need to help me here. Was it that bad with dad?' I shake my head 'Please tell me, what's made you like this?'

I look at him with wide eyes and whisper 'Mom didn't say goodbye, I didn't get to hug her goodbye. She just left me' one tear rolls down my cheek and I close my eyes so that there are no more. I want to sleep now and I don't care when I wake up. Christian must have taken his phone out of his pocket and I hear him on it now.

'How far have you driven?' 'Do you think you can convince dad to turn back?' 'Matt had a dizzy turn when dad left him on his own.' 'He has no words because he wanted to say goodbye to you.' 'He thinks you just left him.'

I open my eyes and watch him, he looks at me concerned. 'I'll speak.' I say looking at the phone which he hands to me. 'Mom.'

'Darling I'm sorry.'

'Don't worry mom, I'll be fine. Have a good weekend.'

'We'll turn back and I'll come and see you.' Mom says gently.

'No mom, I'll cope. Please tell dad I'm sorry I didn't mean to make him angry I was just so tired and wanted to sleep. He was right I wasn't really listening to what he was saying and I didn't realise you were leaving straight away.'

'Oh darling.' She says and I hear a catch in her voice.

'Mom, please don't get upset. I'll be OK with Christian here. I'll probably be asleep soon. Will I still be able to leave here tomorrow even though I went dizzy?' I ask dreading what her answer might be.

'Yes, you've probably just done too much this afternoon. It will happen even when you get home.' She says, as I sigh with relief.

'OK mom, I love you and tell dad I love him.'

'We both love you too darling. Please take care; we'll see you on Sunday.'

'Bye mom.' I say and give the phone back to Christian. I close my eyes as Christian finishes his conversation with mom, I hear him tell her that he'll call later and keep her updated with my progress and then he says goodbye. I open an eye and look at him.

'Are you angry with me?' I ask him.

'No, why would I be?' he asks and is obviously concerned.

'I don't know, I just seem to be good at making people angry at the moment. I'm tired now and need to sleep but want to get changed out of these clothes.' I say sitting up.

'I'm not leaving you alone, you can go in the bathroom to change but don't lock the door.' He says getting me stuff to change into. When I'm finished in the bathroom Christian is waiting to help me back to bed.

'I can manage.' I say.

'I want to help.' he says 'We all want you home tomorrow so I'm not taking any risks.' He adds in his over protective way.

I smile at 'I want to be home too. My ipad and laptop are in that bag if you want to use them whilst I'm asleep.'

'Thanks, I'll get Taylor to bring some food in a couple of hours' time, will it be OK to wake you so that you eat.'

'Yes that would be good, is Elliot coming to visit later as well?'

'Yes he is, I'll call him whilst you sleep so that we can all eat together. Get into bed now.' He says bossy as ever but I do as I'm told and am soon asleep exhausted from the afternoon.

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