The Sweet Shoppe :By ShadyGreySteele

I decided to try a different approach and write in several FSOG POV's. Mostly Anastasia's & Christian's but I will add a little Grace, Carrick and Mia. I am of course sticking to a "WHAT IF" theme but changing the timeline making them a few years younger.

Synopses: 19yr old Anastasia has a small Allergen free/Vegan bakery that is getting a good reputation in Bellevue WA. Dr. Grace Trevelyan-Grey is hosting a small gathering at her home for a colleague who specializes in Pediatric Allergy and Immunology. Anastasia caters the desserts for the 50 person event and sees a few familiar faces and one new face that she won't be able to forget. Hope you enjoy Rated M for adult content and explicit sex. Each chapter may contain one or more POV. There is even a little Grace and Carrick sex in this story but nothing too gross, Yes I went there lol.

All 50 shades trilogy characters and similarities/quotes etc. belong to EL James. No copyright intended. The story line was written and created by me.

Even though there is more than one POV the story will play out in order I won't backtrack and replay every moment over again. Mainly because I find that really annoying xoxo enjoy, and Thank you very much for reading!

Chapter 1

In Grace's POV:

Oh I am so glad the weather seems to be holding up today, 50 degrees partly cloudy low chance of rain and the crisp cool air of early November. I am hosting a small gathering this evening in my home for a dear friend and colleague Dr. Gloria Maron who is one of Seattle's top pediatric allergists. We are working together to get additional funding for food allergy awareness in schools. Last year over 100 children and adults in Seattle had anaphylaxis and 6 of them all under the age of 10 did not survive because they did not have an Epipen. Our goal is to provide free food allergy testing and Epipens for those who cannot afford them and to teach educators and school officials/staff how to properly inject them.

It's very important to know the signs of anaphylaxis and to be aware of which children are most at risk and how to keep them safe in school, home and while dining out. As a pediatrician I do my best to educate parents but unfortunately it can fall on deaf ears sometimes. My specialty is not in Allergy and immunology but Gloria and I have been working together for the past 3 years now in my office and it's been a wonderful partnership that I hope will continue.

Since the most common allergens in food are peanuts, tree nuts, soy, wheat/gluten, dairy, shellfish, and fish we are mainly looking for funding to set up mobile units in lower income districts and providing free allergy testing. Lots of local businesses were kind enough to donate allergy free goods for our gathering this evening but the biggest surprise was a wonderful young woman named Anastasia Steele who is catering all the allergy free sweets tonight from her small bakery called S.A.F.E Sweet Shoppe. I have heard that she makes the most delicious cupcakes, cookies and various baked goods using all allergen free ingredients that are safe for common food allergy sufferers and those who follow a vegan or gluten free diet.

She has also agreed to provide 6 different schools here in Bellevue with her baked goods once per month for a year. Her generosity is greatly appreciated. She will be giving a short speech about her business and how she got started so I am looking forward to that. Her name sounds familiar but I just can't place her. Maybe I'll remember when she arrives.

"Mia, can you please call your brother and ask him to pick up your fathers dry cleaning on the way here, Audrey is busy setting up for the event" I shout so Mia can hear me over her blasting music. My wonderful daughter is now 19 and still quite a handful, I am thankful that she decided to attend college locally. I was heartbroken when Elliot went away for four years followed by Christian although Christian only attended Harvard for 2 years before dropping out.

Thankfully he was always such a brilliant boy who is now one of this country's most successful businessmen at just 25 years old, making me the proudest mother in Seattle. He is making a rare appearance at the event tonight due to the nagging of his persistent sister. We don't get to see him often apart from our once monthly family Sunday dinner.

Mia" I shout again

"I heard you mom, I texted him already and her said okay"

"Thank you my darling" I need to call a few of my patients back then make sure the great room is ready for the event.

It's a bit chilly for tents outside and because the event is small I can accommodate them in my home. Some of the sponsors are already here setting up food with the help of our caterers and my housekeeper Audrey is cleaning away to get everything ready. I need to get dressed and ready for the evening. Guest should be arriving by 7:30 pm so that gives me about 2 hours.

After about 45 minutes I head downstairs and my darling Christian has arrived looking handsome as ever. Mia is smothering him with hugs and he gives her a sweet kiss on her head. She is the only one who can touch him. He had a rough start to life and has never gotten past some of his issues. It would be nice to be able to hug my son but I respect his boundaries and will wait forever if I have to. He is a loving and loyal son and I would do anything for him. He is quite sharp tongued and to the point but a shrewd and very philanthropic businessman; at home he is Christian Grey my little boy always.

"Mother" he smiles and kisses each of my cheeks.

"Quite a set up you have here, I don't know how long I'll stay. You know I hate these things but I'll write you a generous check mom" he smiles

"That's fine darling I'm glad you here either way" I almost want to choke back my tears.

"I hope you're not blocking the driveway I have the bakery goods truck on the way and she will need access from here for about 30 minutes"

"I'll just go say Hi to dad and drop off his suit then I'll have Taylor move the SUV" he smiles and squeezes my hand gently.

I love seeing him happy like this. He always looks so brooding and down, he's overworked and rarely acts his young age of 25 and more like a man in his 40's. I'd love to see him settle down and have a family but I've yet to see him bring a girl home. He either doesn't date at all or is keeping his personal life under wraps. I have suspected that he might be gay which is fine by me but in the business world there is still a great deal of people that might shun him for it so he never discusses anything personal to anyone ever, well maybe to his psychiatrist.

Oh the doorbell, darn it ! Christian's car is blocking, oh well.

"Hello ma'am" a sweet lovely young girl with a mild southern accent says. She can't be much older than Mia I'm guessing.

"May I help you dear?"

"Yes ma'am I am Anastasia Steele from S.A.F.E Sweet Shoppe, here to deliver and set up the desserts for the evening" she says softly with her darling accent and lovely big blue eyes. Nope the face doesn't ring a bell but I can't help feeling that I know her. I do see a lot of people at my office and in the hospital so we may have crossed paths before.

"Oh do come in my dear I'm Grace Trevelyan-Grey and thank you again so much for your generosity." I say rightly, it's nice to see one so young being philanthropic. I wasn't expecting one so young to own a business but then look at my two sons.

"My pleasure ma'am where would you like me to set up the tables for the desserts?"

"You may call me Grace and follow me I'll show you"

"Thank you Miss Grace" she smiles. I do love southern hospitality. It showcases proper respect and manners, so much of that is missing in this world today.

"The tables are set up and there are refrigerated drawers under each table. You can just set up your displays and the desserts and I'll have a chair for you so you don't have to stay on your feet for the next four hours" and she giggles.

"I don't mind at all Miss Grace, this is a very important event and I'm honored to be part of it, thank you for letting me say a few words as well" Gosh I just want to hug this lovely young woman, she is so kind.

"My pleasure dear, Anastasia, you will be the 3rd person to speak. First will be myself followed by Dr. Maron who will introduce you" I smile

"Yes, ma'am. Err… Miss Grace I look forward to it. I'll just get started setting up now, we have about 1 hour before your guests will arrive I believe" and I nod. This is the kind of girl I'd love my Elliot or Christian fall for. What a lovely young woman.

Hope you like it so far, it will get more interesting. Grace and Ana have a connection so keep reading and you know whats gonna happen with CG & AS . Also The Pov's will change frequently xoxo