*Theo* When she opens the door to me, after I dashed to her room, she has tears streaming down her face, and she is all ruffled like she has been rolled up somewhere crying. I only glance at her for a second, then she is in my arms. "Sweetie, what is wrong ?" "Byron, he came to tell me he can't get into a new relationship now ... that it would make him look bad in the press". She hides her face against my chest sobbing. I push the door closed and lift her up, before walking to the couch, sitting down, cradling her in my lap and stroking her back gently. "Fuck ! this was exactly what I feared would happen". She is sobbing again, her voice almost inaudible. "But it is the truth ... and Luke said ..." "Alli stop defending him … he is a complete idiot to throw a woman like you away … he must have lost his marbles". I stroke her hair gently. Damn Byron is daft to let this woman go. She closes her eyes, having her in my arms feels much better than it should. "Hey, you haven't exactly

*Alicia* I wake up slowly the next morning, snuggling back against the warm body lying close behind me, for a moment I think it is Byron, then I remember the night before ... Theo ... and Byron and ... my sister. Oh shit ! I have done it again haven't I ? I turn to look at Theo ... not that it is something new for me to wake up with him in my bed. He is still sleeping soundly, he always looks so damn cute sleeping ... even now all bulked up. Honestly right now I am confused as hell. Byron hurt me so badly when he just threw me away to protect his reputation. I had needed badly to feel loved, to feel wanted and I knew Theo could always provide exactly that. I sigh as I watch him. I care deeply about him, maybe even more than I care to admit, but yesterday I had thought myself in love with Byron ... Can I trust my own feelings ? The thing with Byron had been all consuming ... fiery ... almost scary. But was it love ? This with Theo, it is something deeper and warmer, I don't quite

4 weeks later *Alicia* "That's great work Alicia.. you should be really proud of yourself ... you have come very far". My main therapist Hella tells me after another long talk. I can't help smiling at her. "I am ... and I no longer feel bad about being it, thanks to you and the others here ... so thanks". "Oh sweetie, it's a pleasure ... truly". She smiles warmly at me. "Better hurry before they take lunch off the table; both mind and body needs to stay healthy". "It sure does ... see you tomorrow". I hurry towards the door, there is no way I am going to miss out on lunch, becouse the food here is delicious. I walk into the dining room, greeting the other people there, before going to pick up my food, thanking our sweet chef Magda, telling her it looks amazing as always. Then I sit down by the window and eat. I like looking outside when I eat. To be honest I love being here, it's like an oasis ... relaxed and calm. I spend my days doing yoga, meditating and figuring out myself.

*Cassidy* "You look beyond amazing princess ... are you ready for this ?" We are in the back of a limousine and Theo looks at my sister, who sits opposite us. I smile at him, even though it's a bit of a strained smile. "I don't think I will ever be ready.. I am just happy if I don't faint or throw up". "It is gonna be fine ... Byron is probably gonna be a bit surprised when he sees you, so you might have to give him a couple of minutes to recover". He reaches over and takes my hand, squeezing it reassuringly. I nod, trying to focus.. To be honest I am afraid I could like faint or something when I see him. I watch as my sister reaches out to straighten Theo's butterfly, smiling ever so lovingly at him. "You look very handsome tonight my love, I guess I forgot to tell you". "Thank you baby ... you look ... so beautiful words fail me". He turns to give me a small smile. "Uhm listen Cass, there is something I need to tell you … this might be the time to get a clean slate, let you st

*Cassidy* When the car stops outside Byron's house, he jumps out of the car and comes to open my door. I get out and he looks at me pleadingly. "May I be allowed to hold your arm ?" "When you ask so politely ... then yes Byron". I can't help but smile. Right about now I am pretty sure he would do just about anything I ask of him. I hadn't planned for it to go like this ... actually I had expected pretty much the opposite scenario. I don't know what got into me, but right now I am enjoying the power. He gently takes my arm in his and walks me toward the house. I can't wait for us to be alone ... this is bound to be enjoyable. Byron unlocks the door and I slowly walk inside. He closes and locks the door behind us, then I feel his arm snaking around my waist ... tightening ... oh no, he isn't going to get the control back ... not yet. I turn to look at him, his eyes almost black with desire and he looks about ready to jump me right here and now. "Remember Byron ... I am in charge a