The Other Grey Girl – Part 12

The days after that horrible nightmare are calm. I spoke to Grace and Carrick and this Debbie woman admitted that the allegation was false and that her son is not Christian’s child. So the Grey family could live their lives again. Apparently at Carrick scared her by saying that is she doesn’t tell the truth the he would sue her. I don’t know exactly for what, because I am not a lawyer. She told The Seattle Times that it was a false accusation and that she regrets the fact that by her actions people got hurt. So luckily we could close that chapter and Ana and Christian remain in the dark and still don’t know anything. They are still at the Bahamas for a few days. They are coming back on Tuesday. The weekend is coming and we are having dinner at Carrick and Grace on Saturday. I walk over to the kitchen, my brand new kitchen. Over the last few months Elliot has been remodeling our home and the kitchen has turned out beautiful. I look at the calendar and I see I have an appointment with Dr. Greene at 2 pm. I pick up the land line and call Elliot. “Grey Construction, Caroline speaking. How may I direct your call?” Caroline is Elliot’s assistant. She is a wonderful person with a big heart. Happily married with four children. “Hi Caroline, its Kate. How are you?” I like talking to her. “Hi, good morning Kate, how are you?” We talk a little and then I ask her, “Can I talk to Elliot, I really need to speak to him.” “He is in a meeting at the moment but I can try if he picks up. Hold on please.” A cheesy song is playing and it’s making me laugh. “Baby, are you okay?” I hear Elliot is worried. “Yes baby, I am okay. Look I have an appointment at two with Dr. Greene. Are you free then to watch the kids or should I call Gail to see if she has an hour or so.” Elliot clears his throat. “Oh baby, I have meetings all day today. And I can’t miss them. Do you mind calling Gail?” he says apologizing. “Baby, it’s okay. I totally forgot I had an appointment. It’s my entire fault. Don’t worry, I’ll fix it.” “Okay, look I gotta go. I love you, laters, baby.” And he hangs up.

Maybe I should reschedule my appointment with Dr. Greene, I feel amazing but then again I don’t. So maybe I should go. Call Gail first before you make a decision, my subconscious yells. I pick up the phone and call Gail. “Grey residence, Gail speaking, how can I help you?” Gail’s sweet voice sounds like an angel. “Hi Gail, its Kate. I have a question, can you take care of the kids for an hour or so. I have an appointment with Dr. Greene and Elliot has meetings the entire day.” I say apologizing. Because I know its last minute and all. “Sure, I would love to. Shall I come to you or do you bring here?” I take a minute to think what would be wise. “I think it’s best if you come here, because Ana and Christian are still in the Bahamas, might be really confusing for Teddy and Phoebe.” We finish our conversation and I walk back to the laundry room, and on the peek in the children’s playroom to see what the kids are up too. Teddy is playing with his Lego and the girls are playing with their dolls. I kind of feel sorry for Teddy; he is playing all by himself. “Aunt Kate, look what I build?” Teddy says proud. He build a according to him all kinds of buildings, and a park. “Wow, Teddy. It’s great.” He walks up to me and says, “Maybe I can go to work with Uncle Lelliot, one day. And build things with him.” I smile fondly at him. Already having dreams. “Yes, maybe one day.” I walk to the girl and bend down and look what they up to. They are playing with their Barbie´s and wish not to be disturbed. Ava waves me away and I walk back to the door. The only thing I can do is laugh.

When its noon there is a knock on the door. “That must be Gail.” I say to the kids who’ve joined me in the living room. Teddy bolts up and Phoebe follows him and together they run to the front door. “GAIL!” they shout together. I gather my stuff and I make my way to the hallway where is putting away her coat. “Gail, thank you so much, I know it is a bit last minute. But I totally forgot my appointment.” I apologize again. “It’s okay Kate; I love to watch the kids.” She gives me a quick hug.

When I step into my car and turn the key to start the engine the radio comes to life and Shania Twain starts to sing that someone has a way with her and I start to mimic with the lyrics. This is the song Elliot and I danced to when I was Mrs. Grey. I am totally lost in thoughts until a car horn brings me back; I was swirling on the road. In about a half an hour I turned right and drove on the parking lot at the Hospital. As I walked from my car to the elevators I had the creepy feeling that someone was watching me. I tried to wave it away. Lately it’s like I’ve been seeing ghosts ever since my nightmare. I way my throat and run my hand through my hair and adjust my ponytail and continue my way to the elevator. I hear and feel my phone buzzing and I squad down and put my purse on the ground and I start rummaging it in search for my phone. When I when to screen I see its Elliot’s office. “Yes? Hello? This is Kate?” I answer. “Hi babe, I was just checking in to see how you are doing. I understand that Gail is at the house watching the kids?” and then I realize that I totally forget to tell him that Gail could watch the kids. “Oh baby, I am so sorry, I totally forgot to tell that Gail had time to watch the kids. My mind is so scattered lately.” I hear Elliot chuckle on the other side. “Are you laughing at me?” I smirk. “Nope, I wouldn’t dare he says.” I shake my head; I can’t believe I love this man so much. “Look, I was just about to step into the elevator; I’ll call you as soon when I am done with Dr. Greene, okay?” I wait before I step into the elevator. “Sure babe, I’ll talk to you soon.” We say our goodbyes and I step into the elevator.

As I sit and waiting in the waiting room I pick up a magazine and see that Ana and Christian are on the cover. Quickly I skip to the article, the headline reads, “Mr. and Mrs. Grey a formula for success.” The article goes on and on about the success Christian booked over the years, the farming division of WSU has several breakthroughs with the money Christian donated over the years. There is also a part about Ana. The success she made with Grey Publishing by attracting so many promising young authors. Before I could finish reading the article, Dr. Greene’s assistant calls my name. I gather my things and walk to Dr. Greene’s office. After the ultrasound, Dr. Greene checks my blood pressure and I see her face expression change. “Is there something wrong?” I ask worried. ‘Well, your blood pressure is too high, I want you to stop working immediately and stay at home and take a lot of rest. Only then the safety of the twins is guaranteed. And avoid stress.” Dr. Greene says without any shame. “But my babies are alright, right?” Is all I can manage. “Yes, your babies are fine. But do as I told, or else the chance is there, that you’ll lose the babies.” Jeez, she is taking no prisoners. “Thank you doctor. Quickly and quiet I walk out of her office still numb. I wanted to go see Grace, but suddenly all I want to do is go home and go to bed. How can I jeopardize the life of my babies. I feel such a failure. And how I am going to tell Elliot and the rest of the family about this……..?