It's Saturday, I lie awake in bed, with Christian curled around me, it is about 8a.m. and I know I only have a few minutes left until Teddy awakes for the day. We have been home for 5 days now and have started to form a routine. Teddy goes to bed at 8p.m, wakes up at about every 4 hours to nurse, which means I of course am up as well, and surprisingly so it Christian. I have heard a lot of other moms who say that their husbands never get up with them. I really am a luck lady. I decide I am going to let Christian sleep and I quietly slip out of bed. I walk down the hall to the nursery; Teddy is lying in his cradle looking up at his mobile just watching it.
"Good Morning Teddy Bear" I say as I gently pick him up and hold him in my arms. I walk over to the changing table and change his diaper.
"Did you sleep well, sweetie? I hope you had good dreams Teddy. I know I did. They were dreams of you and your daddy." I pick him up and we walk over to the rocking chair, we settle in and Teddy begins to eat.
"I dreamt about your Daddy teaching you to fish and to play catch, of course you are still too young to learn about all that, but you know that your daddy is a really smart man and he has so much he is going to teach you. You do know how much you are loved right my sweet Teddy? Mommy and Daddy, Grandma Grace, and Grandma Carla, Poppa Carrick and Poppa Ray, Uncle Elliott, Auntie Kate, Auntie Mia, Ethan, Bob, even Gail, Taylor, and Sawyer love you. You have a wonderful family around you Theodore, people who are excited to watch you grow up and become an Amazing young man just like your father, although I do hope you did not inherit his temper." I whisper. "Me too." I whip my head, and watch as Christian strolls into the room with a grin on his face and just his Pajama bottoms that hang in that way. "I don't know if your mommy could handle both of us." He says as he leans down to kiss my lips.
"Good morning Ana."
"Hi" I say shyly, "how much did you overhear?"
"Just you telling our son how much he is loved."
"I was trying to let you sleep some."
"I can't sleep unless you're with me Ana you know that."
"Well Mr. Grey, I believe your son is finished eating what do you say we go eat ourselves?"
"Sounds good Mrs. Grey"
"Christian will you take Teddy? I would like to go get my robe."
"I'll get it." He jumps up and practically sprints down the hall. Hmm what is that all about? He never refuses to hold his son. I guess he is trying to be helpful and well he didn't really refuse. Oh well.
Christian comes back in 3 minutes; he has my robe and has put on a t-shirt. I stand and Christian takes Teddy from me. See Ana, he still loves his son, and enjoys holding him. I think I might be over thinking everything which seems to have gotten worse with all the raging hormones flying trough me. Christian and I make our way downstairs for breakfast.
"Good morning Ana, Mr. Grey" Mrs. Jones say with a smile. She glances down at Ted, sitting in Christians arms, "and good morning Teddy. I hope you all slept well."
"Good Morning Mrs. Jones." I reply back with a smile. "Yes we did sleep well thank you, how about you?"
"Just fine dear, what can I make you for breakfast this morning?"
"I'd like an Omelet with cheese and peppers, with a side of fruit and toast." states Christian.
"Oh that sounds good, I too would like and omelet without the peppers, not sure yet how those would affect Teddy." I say.
"Coming right up" Gail replies with a grin.
Christian puts teddy in his bouncy seat on the counter next to him, as Mrs. Jones places breakfast in front of us. We dig in.
Christian has finished his breakfast and is talking to Ted, I have just finished breakfast, and am helping clear the dishes, and the phone rings.
"Hi Grace, we are good, how are you? ... yes we have just finished breakfast…yes of course it's still ok….yeah that sounds good anything I can do?...you sure?...ok we will see you around 1p. Bye"
"That was you mom, she wanted to make sure it was still ok for everyone to come over today."
"Oh yeah I kinda forgot about that. I was going to see if you wanted to have a picnic down by the water today."
"Oh that sounds nice, can I take a rain check on that Love?"
"Yeah I guess." Christian pouts slightly "but that means I have to share you two."
"Don't start pouting Mr. Grey you know what that does to me and your family will be over shortly." I say with a grin.
"Hmm Mrs. Grey you are tempting but we are on Doctors orders 5 more weeks to wait. I think I may have to schedule some extra sessions with Claude work off some of this extra…tension."
"You really think that will help?" I giggle
Teddy begins to fuss. "I think our son has his opinions on that topic as well." I go to pick him up, "Ana I got him, why don't you go shower and get dressed, I think we are due for some Father/Son time."
I reach up to kiss Chrisitan "I will take you up on that offer baby, Thank you."
I take my time in the shower, I allow myself to just relax under the cascade of hot water and it feels amazing, these moments have been rare this week but I guess I should get use to quick showers for a while. I am taking the time to realize how crazy my life has been I mean just a year ago, I was a college graduate with the hopes of finding an internship at a publishing company and working my way up the ladder. Never would I have guessed that I would have fallen in love and married, the Christian Grey, the richest, sexiest, most wonderful man I could ever imagine, be living in this beautiful home, become pregnant, be and Editor and soon to be CEO, all the shit with Jack Hyde and Mrs. Robinson, have the most precious son in the world, and have more money than I could ever imagine. Man what a crazy year, I think as I climb out of the shower and get dressed.
I make my way downstairs my heart stops at the sweet sight before me, Christian is on his stomach on the floor, with Teddy lying next to him on his back and they are playing with some baby toy. Tears well in my eyes, I catch Gail out of the corner of my eyes and she too has stopped what she is doing and watching my husband with a soft content look on her face. She turns to look at me and gives me a warm loving smile, I turn back to my husband and son, Christian must have caught me out of the corner of his eye, he looks up and me and grins.
"Look Teddy, doesn't mommy look as pretty as every today."
Trying to control the tears, I walk over to my men and still not being able to lie on my stomach comfortably I sit down on the floor opposite Christian.
"And what are my two favorite people doing?"
"We are just hanging out; I am imparting great wisdom upon my son."
"Oh really Mr. Grey and what wisdom might this be?" I ask with a grin on my face.
"Top Secret Mrs. Grey, Isn't that that right son?" I can't help but giggle.
"I think it's my turn to shower now, I'll be back down shortly." Christian sits up and leans over to give me a kiss. I watch him as he stands and walks upstairs.
"Well my sweet boy what do you say we go get you dressed as well, we will have to find an outfit for you that both your Aunties will approve of." I gather Teddy in my arms and make my way upstairs. I settle on a white onesie, jeans and a white button down shirt, and white socks. Teddy looks like a mini Christian, the family will love it.
Christian Ted, and I are sitting in the living room, Christian is reading a book to Ted, and I am checking my email on my laptop, when the Taylor comes in to announce that Grace, Carrick, my mom, and Bob are driving thought the gate.
"Thank you Taylor" I say and close the laptop, I jump up and head to the door.
I open the door, just as Grace begin to knock,
"Ana! How are you sweetie?"
"Good Grace, How are you?"
"Just fine, now where is my grandson?"
I laugh "He is in the living room with your son."
I receive hugs from Carrick, my mom and Bob as I welcome them all in, as I do, Kate Pulls up with Elliot, Mia and Ethan, followed closely by Ray. It feels really, really, great to have the whole family around, I absolutely love it.
My mom and Grace have brought over hamburgers and chicken to grill, and have prepared, pasta salad, fruit salad, an assortment of fresh veggies, and Mrs. Jones has made chocolate chip cookies for later. Teddy is currently in the arms of Auntie Kate who could not be any happier. Carrick is grilling, while, they guys all stand around and talk baseball and fishing.
"Ok who's next?" Asks Kate "I need to use the ladies room"
"Oh Oh Me Me!" says Mia excitedly. Kate hands Ted to Mia, and she just grins as she settles down in her chair.
"I am going to go get more water anyone else need anything?" I ask
No Thank you's coming from around the table.
I head inside.
I am stopped dead in my tracks, on the table by the front door, is a huge beautiful basket of flowers, and a bottle of champagne "where did that come from?" I say out loud. "Gail where did this basket come from?"
"I'm not sure Ana, I was in the pantry. Is there a card?"
I walk over and check there is a card, I open it and as I read it the air leaves my lungs and my anger flares.
Congratulations Christian
on becoming a father
I hope you can handle it
If not you know where to find me
E.L.
"TAYLOR, SAWYER, RYAN!" I am yelling loudly all 3 emerge from Taylor's office.
"Mrs. Grey What's wrong" Taylor asks.
"Taylor where did this basket come from I want to know who delivered this right now!"
"Um…" Ryan begins to speak "Mrs. Grey I brought the basket in a delivery boy dropped it off at the gate." he looks concerned.
Christian has come into the house now he heard me yelling. "What is going on?"
I turn on my heels and face Christian my anger easily seen across my face as I glare at my husband, Christian's face pales slightly.
"I am sorry Sir, I did not realize that this would be a problem" Ryan says apologetically.
"What is the problem, what is going on here?" Christian's voice rising slightly.
"It seems you got a package my dear husband" my voice is menacing low and cold.
Christian steps carefully toward me. I hand him the card. I see shock in his eyes.
"Why the hell is she sending you this?" I hiss "You told me you cut all ties and contact with her."
"You are all dismissed" Christian orders. Sawyer, Ryan and Taylor all return to the office.
"Ana," he begins trying to control his temper I can tell he is pissed about my attitude toward him in front of the staff, but frankly I don't give a flying fuck if he is pissed.
"I don't know why she sent this, I have not spoken to her since that night, I've told you this and I would appreciate next time you not act like this in front of the staff."
"Christian I don't give a shit about the staff right now, and if that what you want to focus on then we have a big issue right now!" I can't believe this, he has gotten a card from that woman practically telling him that he can't handle being a father and that she will be waiting for him and he wants to focus on my reaction around the staff…. Is he nuts?
"Ana, I am sorry. I have no idea why she sent this over. Maybe she is trying to be nice."
"Did you read the same card I did Christian? She is telling you that she will be waiting for you the moment you feel you have failed as a father, she is still throwing herself at you and you are defending her by saying she is trying to be nice? Are you kidding me right now?"
God I am so furious How fucking dare she tell Christian that he can't handle being a father and how fucking dare she tell him she will be waiting for him. Why the fuck cant she just leave us alone?
"Ana…" I put my hand up he stops and stands quietly, I take a deep breath and look Christian in the eyes.
"Christian Grey," I begin, tears are running down my cheeks but the fight and determination in my voice are still there. "I am your wife, I have every right to be upset about the fact that she is coming after you again, I have every right to defend you any possible way that I can, and if you even think for one minute that you are not an amazing father then I will personally go over to her house and beat the living shit out of her for putting that thought into your head do you understand me?" He nods. "Good, and another thing. If you think for one second that I am going to allow you to defend her you are dead wrong. I believe you when you say you have not had any contact with her since that night and if you even begin to think about running to her for anything you had better drop that thought now. Or you will find yourself sleeping somewhere other than our bed understood?" He nods again never breaking eye contact with me. "One more thing, don't ever scold me again for not behaving properly in front of the staff because frankly I just don't care. And right now I have a million hormones racing around my body and I make no apologies for the way I have just behaved, I think I am entitled." Christian just stands still looking at me not really knowing what to say or do next. I make the first move. "I am going upstairs to calm myself down, don't follow me, I will be down in a little while, and that shit better be out of my house by the time I do come back down."
I walk past Christian tears still running down my cheeks, Kate is frozen in the hallway, no doubt she heard the entire thing. I see her glare at Christian and she follows me upstairs. I briefly hear Grace talking to Christian as he tries to explain what's going on. I walk to our room and fall onto the bed and let the tears flow. Kate walks in.
"Ana…you ok?"
"Yeah Kate I am ok. It's just the hormones that are making me cry so much. I assume you heard the whole thing?"
"Yeah, Sorry for that, I don't think I have ever seen you so mad." Kate grins and it brings a smile to my face as well.
"That woman brings it out in me. I can't stand her and I hate the games she plays with Christian's mind and emotions. I mean can you believe her nerve telling him 'she hopes he can handle being a father' I mean what the hell is that about?"
"I don't know." Kate says gently
"I have never liked that woman, even before I met her I hated her. She has always been after Christian trying to bring him back into the darkness into that lifestyle. She does not even know who he is anymore. I mean yes he still likes his control but he is so much more, and she just makes me angry when she tries to ruin all the progress he has made on himself, I won't let that happen Kate. I won't let her get her claws into my husband again. I won't" I say adamantly.
"My god Ana, I must say I like this version of you all ready to go 'Ana Tyson' again. Want me to help you kick her ass?" both Kate and I burst out laughing. I can always count on Kate to be on my side no matter what, she would do anything for me and I her. We hug.
"Kate can you do me a favor? Can you ask Christian to come up here please, I need to talk to him to tell him he is not the one I am mad at."
"Sure thing Steele, anything else?" she rises to leave
"No that's all. And Kate….Thanks…" I smile. Kate smiles back and blows me a kiss.
I get up and walk into the bathroom. I wash my face and redo my hair. I hear Christian knock on the door
"Ana?" his voice is hesitant. I walk back into the bedrooms Christian has closed the door, but has not come any further into the room.
"Hi" I say softly "Hi" he responds and I can see the concern, and anxiety in his eyes at not knowing what to expect.
"Christian you know that I am not mad at you right?"
He nods slightly and I can see in his eyes he is not convinced. I walk over to him take his arms and place them around my waist and I rest my hand on his upper arms. Christian just looks down at me. Our eyes lock.
"Christian, I believe everything you told me downstairs, except the part about her trying to be nice. I don't like the fact that she continues to come after you even after you ended thing with her, she obviously has not gotten the hint. I really don't like the fact that she tries to make you doubt who you are. She does not know you anymore. I do. I know you. I know who you are." I can see a flicker of my lost boy staring at me. "Christian Grey, you are the most thoughtful amazing husband a girl could want. You are the kindest, most caring father that our son could have. Teddy knows that he will always be safe with you as his father. Today you are surrounded by people who love you and whom you love. It makes me really angry that that woman tries to make you think otherwise, I meant what I said; I have every right to protect and defend you like you do for me. I will take her down if she ever hurts you again. She wants you. She wants what's mine. I will protect what's mine." I'm grinning as I repeat these words Christian has said to me time and time again. A smirk creeps across his lips, and I can see that my fifty is back and there is amusement in his eyes.
"Well Mrs. Grey, I have to say you coming to my rescue, being all tough and feisty….I like it."
"Good Mr. Grey, I intend to do it more often." I lean up and kiss Christian on the lips. The kiss turns possessive and demanding. When he breaks away we are both gasping for air. "Perhaps we should return to our family. If we stay here I may be tempted to break doctor's orders and that won't be a good thing for you."
I smile wickedly as my hand slides down and caresses him, he gasps and groans "Your right my love, we should go back down perhaps later I will show you just how much you are mine." I kiss him again and move to the door. Christian takes a deep steading breath and wraps his arm around my waist as we walk back downstairs and rejoin our family to eat.