A/N: Hello everyone. So sorry for the late post. Despite all the political mumbo jumbo going on here in the U.S. I hope you had a lovely 4thof July. This will have a time jump. Annette 101660 this chapter is dedicated to you. I was writing this up, and saw that you favorited, and reviewed my stuff! Hope you like this one girl. =)

Let's read!

Two weeks later

Sitting close to Christian on the jet, she glanced up into his angular face. His eyes were closed, and she took this rare opportunity to study his face unguarded. The last two weeks in Italy had been everything she ever dreamed of. After their rather extravagant date at the book shop, the two had gotten impossibly closer. Ana still had a bit of reservation in some aspect, but she was trying her best to give her all. In her heart, she always wanted Christian, but the last time she gave her all to the man, he burned her. She knew that living in the past wouldn't get her anywhere, but she sometimes found herself doubting his actions the last couple of weeks.

She was also afraid.

The Christian who she was able to get to know, and interact with was a completely different person from the man she used to know. Granted, there were things in his life that caused this dramatic change-She should know she had a manuscript of the subsequent events-she still felt that when they returned she would be faced with Christian Grey, CEO and all around frigid man. So, lost in her thoughts, she failed to recognize that Christian had opened his eyes and was studying her just as thoughtfully.

"Penny for your thoughts?"

Starting, she shook her head before sitting up more fully.

"Oh. I was just thinking about the wonderful time we had, and how excited I am to see Teddy. I know he is going out of his mind right now, and I can't wait to hold him again."

"That makes two of us," Christian thought wryly.

"I do think the toys we brought him will more than suffice for our weeks of being absent."

"Mama, Daddy!"

"Teddy!"

Squeezing him tightly, Ana closed her eyes, and kissed Teddy's curly hair. She felt tears welling in her eyes at how tightly her baby boy squeezed her back. She promised herself then and there, that she would never leave for a month unless he was coming along with her. She knew that she was hogging him, but she couldn't help herself. When she heard chuckles beside her, Ana reluctantly pulled away. Kneeling beside her, Christian held out his arms for Teddy to come barreling into him.

"I missed you daddy."

Kissing his cheek, he pulled back.

"You did? Well, I missed you too. Now, I brought something for you." Teddy squealed when Christian pulled a large stuffed octopus from behind his back. To everyone's amusement, Teddy had a fascination with a rather large octopus when Christian took his to the zoo. Before it was monkey's; to other children octopuses freaked them out. But not Theodore. He embraced the abnormal. Anastasia loved the boy all the more for it. Squeezing it to his body, he grabbed one of the tentacles, while Christian continued to study Teddy, always fascinated by his every movement. Standing, Ana watched the two, and was unaware that she was running her hand through Christian's hair until Grace cleared her throat. Stepping back, Ana blushed at Grace's knowing gaze.

"Christian. Why don't you take Teddy out back? Carrick was heating up the grill waiting for you both to return."

"Alright."

Standing, Teddy swung him in the air. Amidst his screams and giggles, Ana spoke loudly.

"Christian! Don't drop him."

"I won't." Turning his attention to Teddy in his arms he stage whispered.

"We have to stop Teddy. We're making mommy nervous. Let's go see Grandpa."

Walking past her, Christian kissed her cheek. As soon as he left, Grace spoke hesitantly.

"Am I to guess that your vacation with Christian went well?" Ana could see the hope sparkling like diamonds in the woman's warm gaze. Rolling her eyes, Ana decided to put Grace out of her misery.

"Yes, Grace. Everything was wonderful. We are slowly trying to figure us out."

"But together?" Grace pushed.

Sighing, Ana nodded.

"Together."

In a rare un-like Grace move, she squealed a bit before clapping her hands in quick succession.

"I am so happy, Ana. Really. I don't want to intrude, but I am glad that you two are finding your way back to each other."

After a lovely dinner with the rest of the family, Christian gathered his small family to his waiting SUV where Taylor was waiting.

"Hello Taylor," Ana replied sleepily.

Smiling, he opened the door.

"Welcome back, Ms. Steele."

"Christian. Can I have a moment?" The couple, and Taylor turned at Carrick's voice.

Turning to Ana, he kissed her cheek.

"Get Teddy settled in. I will return."

Nodding she turned and settled her sleeping son into the car.

"Yes, dad?"

Placing his hand on his shoulder, Carrick guided Christian over to the front door.

"Your mother revealed something to me that Teddy said while you were gone. Well what he saw."

Eyebrow raised, he waited for his dad to continue.

"One weekend when you took Teddy sailing for the weekend, he noticed a man watching the both of you. And before you ask, it wasn't your captain. Your mother asked him the next day how many times he saw the man, and he said more than four times. I wanted you to know so you could take the necessary security measures. I've already started some of it from my end, and to be on the safe side, I let your brother and sister know. We all have to be on alert for this one."

"I will. And dad, thanks for watching my son. I know he can be a handful."

Chuckling, Carrick walked back to the car with Christian.

"Your son was a handful, yes. But your mother and I enjoyed watching our grandson. He's a good child and we hope to have more grandchildren running through our home."

Christian paused at his dad's final comment. Carrick only smirked before saying goodnight to Ana, a sleeping Teddy, and Taylor.

"Good night, baby boy."

"Night momma."

Kissing his soft cheek, Ana smiled down at her exhausted little man before leaving his room. They had returned home about an hour ago, and they both prepared him for bed. Christian had to make some calls, and was doing it from her living room. Walking down the stairs she heard him wrap up his current call.

"Everything alright?"

Nodding, he slid the phone in his pocket.

"Yes. Had to make a few calls." Grabbing her hand, Christian spoke slowly.

"Ana. I have something I need to tell you. Because I am trying to be honest, and show you that I'm different, I thought it best that we have this conversation now."

Taking a seat on the couch facing him, her brow furrowed.

"You have me worried now. Is it your work?"

Shaking his head, he took a seat by her, grabbing her hand.

"No. I called Ross, and everything seems fine. I have some documents, and projects to review when I head into the office tomorrow, but other than that, no. This is about our son."

Worried, Ana's hand unconsciously squeezed his fingers.

"Tell me."

"My mother told me that Teddy said he saw someone watching the two of us when I took him sailing a couple of times a month ago. Mom said it wasn't the captain, and that the man gave Teddy a bad feeling. She was able to get out later that Teddy saw him a couple of times."

Stunned, Ana shook her head.

"And he said nothing? Why wouldn't he say anything?"

Shrugging, Christian rubbed his fingers over Ana's.

"Who knows? Maybe he felt that since the man wasn't getting on the boat he was safe. I know as a former abused child we stay silent on things we think may make parents angry. It's not rational, it's just a fact."

Typically, Ana would've freaked out, and barricaded her son indoors. But she knew that was no way to live. She would need to have a level head with this.

"So, what is our plan?"

Surprised, Christian spoke quickly.

"I informed Taylor. He suggested hiring three more guards in addition to Sawyer who already watches him. He's also going to do some investigating at the docks, see if anyone recognizes anything abnormal."

"Good. Well, I know both of our work places will be secure, but it's his school I'm concerned about." Biting her lip, she continued. "I will speak with his principal about the security concern, and the reason for extra bodyguards." Turning her eyes to Christian, Ana smiled softly.

"Thank you, Christian for coming to me with this problem. Teddy is our son, and I know we can protect him together."

"Together."

Leaning forward, Christian kissed her lips slowly. After several long moments, he pulled away.

"It's getting late. I should be heading home."

Disappointed, Ana nodded. She knew their vacation was at an end, and they were back in the real world. This potential stalker was proof of that. Standing, she wiped her hands on her jeans.

"Let me walk you to the door."

Trailing side by side, the two touched hands, and continuously smiled. Before he left, Christian spoke.

"Ana. I was wondering if you, and Teddy would come with me to a baseball game. Teddy's been begging me, plus we have a box. Elliott wants us to attend. He is bringing Kate and the baby."

Shaking her head, Ana laughed.

"Baby Ava? Won't that hurt her ears?"

"Nah. She's loud like her dad. It truly wouldn't bother her. Plus, Kate's been dying to be evil to me anyway."

Giggling at his correct assessment of Kate, Ana only shrugged.

"I love you, Ana."

Blushing, Ana looked down at their now joined hands. Christian kissed her once more before heading to his car.

Another short but sweet one. I want to try and give y'all constant updates to let you know I'm still here! Have a good weekend and see you next week!