A/N: So, this is a bit of a filler. But in the next one our favorite couple will finally meet again. And if I might say so myself, It is going to be very funny. Enjoy! xx
Chapter 10: Totally zen.
So far, spa day is just what we needed. I got a wax, manicure, pedicure and I'm now sitting in the peaceful waiting area. In a few moments I get a full body massage. I can't wait. After the massage, we will have lunch and then we are going to hit the saunas. I can just feel all the tension leaving my body. This is just what we needed.
Kim and Kate are both sitting next to me. Lauren in already in one of the rooms, getting a massage. This is the perfect time to talk about her Bachelorette party.
''Girls, is everything ready for the party next Saturday? Did we all do our parts?'' Is ask them. We divided the day in three, that way we all organized something.
Kate claps in her hands, she is so excited for this party. It makes me laugh. As always the party animal.
''Okay, so we start with a brunch at the Warehouse café. I got a reservation at 11:00 am. I know Lauren really wanted to go there. After that, we go to the Moza Atelier for a workshop. We are going to make our own dildo's.'' Kate is laughing her ass off. I laugh too, Kim is just rolling her eyes. ''Don't worry honey, I'm sure you can make a pretty vagina if you ask then nicely.'' Kate tells Kim.
I laugh. ''Great Kate! So, at 03:30 pm, we go to the Body&Fit Studio, they are going to teach us how to pole dance. It's called Pole Fitness. After that we head to Lori's. I thought it would be nice to do something sentimental, as we always went there when we just moved here. I got us our usual table. We are going to have a drink and a bite to eat there.'' I tell the girls. They nod in agreement.
Kim takes a breath. ''Okay, so after that, we are going to do Karaoke. I know you hate it, Ana. But Lauren loves it and by that time we are totally wasted anyway, so who cares. And then….'' She drums her hands on the table in front of her. ''I got us a VIP booth in The Mile High. We get champagne and we will be served. And the best part, because I know how much Lau is going to hate it, I got her a stripper! It's in policeman style.'' Kim claps her hands to applaud for herself. Me and Kate are joining her.
''She really is going to hate us for that one.'' I say while laughing. It's true. Lauren hates strippers. She told us countless times that if we were throwing her a Bachelorette party, she didn't want a stripper. Well, sorry babe. But we all knew you were going to get one anyway.
''Who cares, she won't remember much the next day anyway. I just have to make sure I do remember him the next morning.'' Kate says while wiggling her eyebrows.
I roll my eyes. Before I can throw a smart comment her way, I'm being called in for my massage. Forty-five minutes of peace. I. Love. It.
After a lovely day at the spa, a lot of fun and great healthy food, I am lounging on my couch. I'm alone, watching Netflix in my pajama and I've never been happier. I'm about to get myself some tea, when I hear a knock on the door.
When I open the door, I see a young guy standing there. He is holding a white box with a pink ribbon on it.
''Delivery for Anastasia Steele.'' He says.
''That's me, thanks.'' I say and grab the box from him.
Closing the door, I put the box on the table. The smell that's coming from the box is delicious. Chocolate, I just know it. I see a little card attached to the ribbon. When I open it, I'm pleasantly surprised.
Dear Ana,
I hope the chaos with work and preparations for the wedding have not worn you out. These brownies will hopefully help you relax a little better. One tip: put them in the oven for a few minutes, they are best while warm. Thrust me.
Christian
Wow, Grey. And a handwritten note. Very impressive. This is just what I needed. Chocolate. I turn on the oven and put one brownie in. While waiting I decide to thank him.
From: Anastasia Steele
To: Christian Grey
Date: 05-12-2018, 09:01 pm.
Subject: Chocolate heaven.
Mr. Grey,
Thank you for the brownies. It was very thoughtful of you to send them. They are currently in the oven warming up. I haven't had a bite yet, but by the smell of them, they are delicious.
The chaos is winded down a bit. At least enough for me to enjoy my Saturday night on the couch watching my favorite TV show. You've made that night even better by sending me Chocolate.
So again, Thank you.
Anastasia Steele
Seattle Independent Publishing
Fiction Editor
I send my e-mail and then get the brownie and go back to the couch. When I take a bite, I just have to moan. They are really good.
A few minutes later, I hear a buzz. I grab my phone and see I have a e-mail from Christian.
To: Christian Grey
From: Anastasia Steele
Date: 05-12-2018, 09:11 pm.
Subject: RE: Chocolate heaven.
Dear Miss Steele,
You are very welcome. I do hope they live up to the smell. I have no doubt they will.
I'm glad I made your night better. I'm also happy to hear that the chaos is not that bad anymore. Who knows, maybe it winds down even more and we can still have that lunch. ;)
Enjoy your night Ana.
Christian Grey
CEO of Grey Enterprises Holdings.
I smile while reading his e-mail. He is very charming. Too bad I just have trouble believing it after what he did. I shake of the thought of that night and get back to watching TV again. I just don't want to think about it anymore.
After watching one more episode, I decide to go to bed. Tomorrow is the final dress fitting. I just love the dress. I can't wait to put it on again.
I'm standing in the chancing booth in front of the mirror. The dress is stunning. It fits me perfectly. And most important, it is super comfy.
I walk out of the booth and I see Lauren standing in her gown. Talking about stunning, she looks like a princess. The dress is very fairy-tail like, with a big skirt and a long trail. And for the first time she is wearing her veil as well. I really don't want to cry, but she looks so gorgeous and so happy, I can't help it. She sees my tears and I walk to her and give her a hug.
"You look so beautiful, Lau. Mike is going to go insane when he sees you. Look at you. You are absolutely glowing." I say through my tears.
Lauren smiles trough her tears as well and giggles. "Thank you, Ana. I'm so happy right now." She leans closer to me. "And you might be right about the glowing part."
For a moment I look at her confused. She sees my look, and then brings her hand to her belly. No. Freaking. Way.
I look up at her with wide eyes. "No way. Are you really? Lauren, you better not be fucking with me right now." I whisper to her. I am shaking.
"I'm not. Mike and I took a test yesterday. We really didn't plan for it to happen. We actually decided to start trying after the wedding. But this baby really wanted to come sooner. I am so excited." She giggles.
I squeal and hug her again. "Congratulations! This is amazing. A tiny baby! Who else knows?"
"Just you and my mom. I want to keep it quiet until after the wedding. That day will be about Mike and me. After the wedding, we have an appointment with the OB/GYN, if everything looks good, we'll tell everybody." She says.
I smile and nod. "Thank you for telling me. I feel honored." I say and give her a kiss on the cheek. Then Kim literally comes falling out of the chancing booth. God, the girl really can't walk on high heels.
''Any change I can wear my All Stars, Lau?'' She says from the floor.
I laugh at her and then Lauren and me help her up.
"Ever so graceful, dork." I say to Kim while fixing her dress. "I'm going to chance back into my clothes."
I get into the booth. Jesus, we are really getting old. Lauren as a mom. This is great. But then I think about Saturday. Shit, we expected her to drink a lot of alcohol. I have to think of something for that so Kim and Kate won't ask questions about why she isn't drinking. Hold on, she isn't drinking. Fuck, she is going to kill us.