A/N: See! I had another surprise for y'all for being such loyal readers. This is the sequel to Reignite. Please read reignite, then the two one-shots to get the gist of this one.

This will not have too much conflict. Well, there will be conflict, but they will still be together. Just had to throw something at our favorite couple. The boys are a bit older, with Max being twelve and Teddy being sixteen.

The updates will be slow, as I am working on three other stories, so please be patient. I hope you all enjoy!

All mistakes are my own.

I do not own FSOG. (Just this plot)

Dinner was a very tense affair for the Grey's.

The boys had barely spoken a word. Well, to be honest, Max had talked a bit as he always did, but Teddy.

Teddy was every inch the outspoken teenager. Much like his father, was what Grace told Ana all the time. Christian was glaring at his oldest, and he, his father. Ana felt a gray hair growing from her scalp and what this outburst would bring.

Christian, her husband, the love of her life was a good man. He did the best he could by the boys, and her. He was every inch the proud father, and husband. But lately, in the last three years, his business had become a global phenomenon. Now, everyone wanted him. He was on almost every business cover, and made an appearance to every stock channel, and Bloomberg. He now owned several U.S. and Foreign businesses due to hostile takeovers. He had employees in the millions, and he was well into his billionaire status. Now, at forty-six years old, it seemed as if he would only become more successful, powerful, and to her, devishlly handsome. She loved the fact that her husband had bits of gray streaked in his hair, matching his name perfectly. She also liked that he allowed it grow longer, per her request.

She was grateful that she was able to keep her figure, and looks. She was not a vain woman, but she did want to look good for her husband. Plus, with Christian being in the public eye, she wanted to make sure she looked her best. Years ago, she sold her own business. It was making more than a decent share of money. However, with two sons, she wanted to be easily accessible. So, she told Christian that she would no longer be working. That she was trading in her brief case for tennis shoes.

He was more than thrilled. Christian told her that they had more money than he knew what to do with, so finances would never be a problem.

So, she sold her company to her co-worker, and best friend: Hannah. She was already a silent partner, but Ana allowed herself to be brought out of her company. She took the profits, and put them away for her children, or emergencies. With Christian Grey as their father, it was completely unnecessary, but she wanted to always be prepared.

"Teddy, pass the soy sauce packets, please."

Reaching over, he passed the packets to his mom. Thanking him, Ana began to speak.

"How is your homework coming along?"

Shrugging a shoulder, he sighed.

"It's fine. I've got a huge project coming up in a few weeks but Gabriella is helping me with it."

Ana smiled.

Gabriella was another staple around their home. Ever since they were little, the girl across the street had a crush on her son. It morphed into friendship, but Gabriella seemed to have a boyfriend now. Ana wondered if her son was jealous.

If that's the case, then you truly are your father's son, Ana thought in amusement. Max snorted.

"Yeah. Help, or beg for her to date you, whatever you want to call it."

Narrowing his gaze at his younger brother, Teddy picked up a chopstick, and chucked it at Max.

"Hey!"

Sighing, Ana picked up her glass, before telling Teddy to stop. While she was drinking, she missed Max stick his tongue out at his brother. Picking up his fork, Teddy began shoveling food in his mouth, to which Christian told him to slow down.

"Hey, don't choke. It'll still be here."

Slowing down a bit, he continued eating his meal. Turning to Max, Christian asked about practice. Ana was proud of her sons. Max played baseball, and Teddy track and field.

"It was good. I hope you can come to the next game, dad." Snorting, Teddy shook his head.

"Nah, I'll doubt it. Dear old dad has to make sure he takes more businesses from people. We're last on the list."

At that, both Ana and Max froze. She turned to gaze at her son, before slowly turning her gaze to the murderous look on her husband's face.

Oh dear.

"Teddy. There is no need for the hostility. I told you-"

"Yeah, I know. That you're sorry you couldn't be there. But what about the last three times dad? I ran a record! I understand why mom couldn't be there. She's always there, and with that embarrassing camcorder. She had to go to Max's game which was the same day. But you? You promised. You told me you'd never break that. And you did. THREE times!"

"I'm sorry, Teddy. But, I had other obligations! Plus, it was a meet. Surely you'll have more."

At that, Teddy stood.

"You don't understand. If it's not about your stupid corporation, or feeding more children across seas, then you don't really care. Well I'm done. Don't worry about coming to my other meets, because I don't want you there."
"Teddy, sit back down at this table now!"

Glaring at him, he widened his stance in defiance.

"No."

Ana stood from her seat, watching father and son breathe heavily. They were so much alike. In looks, demeanor, and especially being hot-heads.

"Teddy. Please listen to your father."

Turning his head, he softened his gaze a bit.

"I'm sorry mom, but I can't. Dad is wrong. He's always going on about family. Every interview, and television appearance. He should practice what he preaches about so much."

She watched as he headed to the door, grabbing his keys on the counter.

"Wait! Teddy, where are you going?"

"Out."

Walking behind past her, Christian tried to stop him, but he'd already walked out of the house before he could reach him. Once Christian returned to the table, Max held up his plate.

"Since he's gone mom, can I have his egg rolls?"

"I mean, I can't believe he left like that. As soon as he comes back, he and I are going to have a long conversation. Then he's grounded. For a month. Two if he talks back to me, and if he pushes me even further, he'll go back to getting picked up by Taylor."

Although he didn't work as many hours as before, Taylor and Johnson were still very much a part of the Grey household. They did security for all of Christian's business, and even the family. Ana always felt better when either of the men travelled with her husband.

"Ana? You hear me?"

Currently, Ana was sitting in her recliner near her side of the bed. She'd already showered and dressed in her comfortable pajamas, letting Christian get Max ready for bed. While he was helping Max, and taking his own shower, Ana thought out what she was going to say to her husband. It was time they had a conversation that was long overdue. Rubbing the towel over his hair, he sat on the edge of the bed facing her.

"Ana?" he asked again.

Gripping the edge of the chair, she glared at him.

"You lied to me."

"What?"

Sitting up, she scooted forward on the chair.

"Don't play dumb. You told me that you went to the last couple of his meets. I've been unable to go because of Max having the same times as his brother. You promised me that you'd been. Why did you lie, Christian? And why am I just now hearing about it?"

Sighing, Christian dropped his towel on his lap before speaking.

"Because I was ashamed. Because I am ashamed."

Ana moved to sit beside him, waiting for him to continue.

"I was running late. The meeting I had went over. Way over than I expected. I practically ran out of my own office, and shouted for Taylor to drive as fast as possible. By the time I'd gotten there, they were already celebrating."

Placing her hand on Christian's thigh, she whispered.

"What happened when you got there?"

Smirking a bit, he gripped her fingers with his own, as always, admiring the ring that still sat on her finger.

His ring.

"Oh, he played it off. He smiled, although I could see it was forced. He knows my public reputation, and acted the part well. But the moment everyone was gone, he only glanced at me once before walking over to his own car and leaving me standing there. He hasn't spoken to me since."

Patting his hand with her free one, she smiled sadly.

"I understand that you have important work. But Christian, you've got to scale back. I've been telling you this for a long time. If you don't, you'll lose more than your son."

"I know. But Ana, I just,"

"I know," she interrupted.

"But, this can't keep happening. Max is still young, so he knows you are busy, but you still need to be there for him as well. Talk with Ros, Andrea, or whomever, but get it straight. I can't have you hurting our boys, baby."

"It's not intentional."
"I know. But it still cannot happen. We need to be a team. And Christian, don't lie to me anymore about them. I need to know what is going on, good or bad."

Throwing rocks at Gabriella's window, Teddy waited until she came to it. He smiled when she rolled her eyes before holding up two fingers.

Two minutes.

Rubbing his hands against the cold, he waited at their usual spot. It was half a block from their home. Where they lived was a community park. It was more of a child's paradise, and Teddy, Max, and later on Gabriella spent so much time there when they were younger. This park, which was only accessible to residents in their neighborhood had so many trees surrounding it. He was leaning against Gabriella's favorite tree. It was a tall, sycamore looking thing. She knew the exact name, but Teddy completely forgot.

"You know Teddy, some of us still have studying to do."

Turning at the soft, yet melodious voice, Teddy put on his patterned smirk.

"Yeah, well. How are you, Gabby?"

"Since earlier today? Good. Gavin wanted to take me for ice-cream."

Athis name Teddy rolled his eyes, in which Gabby punched his arm.

"Hey! be nice. He's a good guy."

Yeah, but he's not me.

"That remains to be seen," Teddy said instead.

"Anyways, I just wanted to talk. Shoot the breeze and all that."

Tilting her head to the side, she noticed his frustrated look, and guessed.

"Your dad again?" she asked.

Saying nothing, he only nodded. Placing his hand on a thick branch, he stared over her shoulder.

"Yeah. He didn't come again tonight. I ran a record today, you know. He was supposed to be there. I can understand if my dad isn't always going to show up for things. After all, he is Christian Grey. But Gabby, he was supposed to be at this one."

"Teddy-"

"And it's not just my meets. What about Max's? He always talks about us like we're some perfect family, yet he's never there. I'm sick of him suddenly having other things to do, then to be with us."

Gabby understood. She knew that Teddy was extremely close to his dad. Ever since she could remember, he was always talking about how great his father was. To see them at odds was truly disheartening.

"I'm sure he doesn't mean to be absent, Teddy. Hopefully he can change it."

Saying nothing, he only shrugged. He was about to convince her to stay longer with him, when all of a sudden, she got a text message.

"Sorry. It's Gavin. He said that he'd text me tonight."

Forcing a smile, he took a step back.

"You should answer it, then. I don't want to be a burden."

Sighing, Gabby watched as he started pulling back, and heading back up the hill. Following him, she told him to wait.

"Teddy. Don't be like that."

When they reached the hill, he whirled on her.

"Be like what? I'm leaving you so you can talk to your boyfriend."

"Well, I wasn't going to answer it. I was just letting you know."

"It doesn't matter anyway. Look, Gabby I have to go."

"Teddy. Teddy, wait!"

But he ignored her. Because right now, the two people he needed the most were too busy with other matters.

Oh, that good ole' teen angst…I love it. Anyway, leave me a review!