From: Anastasia Steele Subject: My Issues… What about Your Issues? Date: May 24 2011 18:29 To: Christian Grey Sir Please note the date of origin: 1580-90. I would respectfully remind Sir that the year is 2011. We have come a long way since then. May I offer a definition for you to consider for our meeting: compromise [kom-pruh-mahyz] - noun 1. a settlement of differences by mutual concessions; an agreement reached by adjust- ment of conflicting or opposing claims, principles, etc., by reciprocal modification of de- mands. 2. the result of such a settlement. 3. something intermediate between different things: The split-level is a compromise between a ranch house and a multistoried house. 4. an endangering, esp. of reputation; exposure to danger, suspicion, etc.: a compro- mise of one’s integrity. Ana