Once we leave the station I'm exhausted I lean into Christian's shoulder and he head into the car park. Wait! The police brought us here from the airport. I look over to Christian and he smiles and nods his head towards the Aston Martin parked up.

Chris and Jill say their goodbyes and head off for work in Chris's large black Hummer. Mia and James offer to come back with us to then ranch but Christian assures them that we are ok.

James gets into Mia's Porsche and Mia reminds Christian that they have a show this evening in Las Vegas. She even joked that she thought they would have had to cancel due to the arrest and all. He reassures her that the show will go on.

Mia leaves with James and Christian opens the door for me as I slide into the comfy seat of the Aston Martin. We are barely out of the carpark and I can feel my eyes closing over.

When I open my eyes the warm dessert greets me. Not quite the sky is blood red and the sand is the strongest yellow I have ever seen.

Oh shit! No I can't be here.

"It's been a while Ana." I hear from over my shoulder.

My whole body tightens as I try to run or escape. I need to get away from her. My arms and legs are locked in place gripped by invisible cords that tighten with every move I make.

"What's the rush? I thought you would be happy to see me." Elena offers laughing.

"Leave us alone." I snap.

"Well I could, but with Catherine on the loose is that wise?" She hisses.

"What do you know about Catherine?"

"Well Christian only escaped last time thanks to me. She nearly drained him completely until I took over him. You should be thanking me for saving him." She tells me.

"So, you gave him powers to protect himself from her?"

"Course I did dear. Why would I lie?" Elena whispers.

"And now with her back you need me now more than ever before. Christian can't handle her by himself but I could easily deal with her." Comes Elena's words.

"Then why didn't you save him from being her slave for a year?" I demand.

"What and miss the joy of her torturing him while he was awake and then I tortured his mind while he slept in those shackles." Elena laughs out loud.

"You're a monster. Your just as bad as her." I scream out.

She steps around in front of me her red skin almost pulsing as her black eyes stare into mine.

"I'm nothing like those bottom feeders." Elena snaps back.

"You want our child, how are you any better?" I shout.

"That was the deal. For Christian's true love. You're his true love but he will would love both of your children equally." She offers.

Her words stop me cold. She said both of our children.

"I'm sorry, didn't you know your carrying twins." Elena leans in grinning.

Her devilish sharp white teeth on show as I feel numb shocked by her words.

"Oops. I thought Catherine may have mentioned it. No matter I can be fair. Now all you need to do it pick one and I'll take the reject. You get your child and I get my end of the deal. You can all be a happy family together." Elena explains to me gently.

"You're not getting our children." I growl.

"We will see about that. Remember keep those babies fed."

I hear her tell me as she laughs turning my head I close my eyes.

When I open my eyes, we are just pulling up the driveway of the ranch. Christian looks over at me and pulls the Aston Martin to a stop. He must see something from my expression.

"Ana, what's wrong?"

I say the words before my throat can close up or I begin to cry.

"It was Elena. She said we're having twins."

I see the look of happiness on his face for a brief instant which is suddenly replaced with pain as he must know what is coming next.

"She will allow us to keep one child." I say my voice trembling.

I look down and I'm swallowed up in Christian's arms as he embraces me tightly. His lips are pressed against my ear.

"She will not take our children. I won't allow it. We can beat her." Christian breathes into my ear.

Deep down I believe him, but the question still remains how can we defeat his demon?

The rest of the day I'm lost in my own thoughts as Christian gets us both ready for his Las Vegas show. On his plane we are met with not only Mia and James but also Kate and Elliot.

Kate adores Vegas and apparently Elliot enjoys gambling so he is happy to come along. Mia will be playing the role of his fabulous assistant and demanded her boyfriend join her.

Our one hour flight has Elliot and Kate drinking away the flight. Christian takes Mia into the bedroom for a talk and I relax with James. James asks me if I have thought of any names for our child yet? I tell him we haven't even spoke about names yet.

I can only assume that Christian is filling Mia in on Catherine. He seems certain that she will come to see the show this evening and it will give him a chance to catch her or at the very least find her.

Before I know it we have landed and get escorted by a stretched limo down the Vegas strip and to the Luxor hotel Christian is playing at.

We are quickly checked in and give the penthouse suite. Mia and Elliot both receive executive rooms. Entering our room it's stunning it's white walls and brown wood panels. The view is breath-taking from the upper part of the pyramid we can see out over the whole of the Las Vegas skyline.

I walk up to the glass looking out over the city in amazement. Christian slides behind me and wraps his arms around me leaning back against him. His lips press gently against my neck. I melt into his touch. As his lips gently release my neck from being a prisoner.

"When everything is over and it's all done, I'll bring you back here."

Just then there is a knock on the door and Christian lets me go and quickly strides to the door. As soon as the door opens Mia is stood there.

"Hey brother, let's go check all our gears here." Mia offers casually.

Christian turns back to me and I smile showing him it's ok.

"I'll be back shortly." Christian tells me.

Christian leaves and I'm left to explore the penthouse alone.

Ten minutes later and I have found both of the bathrooms which are as big as my bedroom in the apartment. There are two huge bedrooms both a master and another one. With three wardrobes in the master bedroom, it's too fancy.

I'm laying on the massive king size bed when I hear the phone ring in the main area. I jump out of bed and head over through the door. My eyes scan the room before spotting the phone near the door on a stand. I walk over snatching up the phone.

"Hi Christian." I begin.

"You wish." Comes the chilling reply.

I know that voice before he even speaks again. It's Jack Hyde. How the hell did he get this number?

"I see your boyfriend is good at getting out of tight spots." He laughs.

"You son of a bitch. Your false eye witness report has gotten you in trouble with the cops. They are looking for you, that's if Christian doesn't find you first." I snap.

"He should have been rotting in a jail cell by now. Well rot isn't the right word. His magic would see to that. Now that brings me to my important question. How can I rid him of his magic?" He demands.

"I don't know and even if I did I would never tell you."

"Really so if I leaked his pictures to the press you still wouldn't know. Maybe I could leak the video I took of you during our live chat last time." He growls.

My heart sinks as now he can blackmail us both. I can't let him hurt Christian but I don't know what to do.

"Tell me how to weaken his powers?" He screams down the phone.

"I'm not sure." I hesitate.

"Ana, you hesitated. You know something. Now tell me his weakness and if you lie to me I'll make sure everyone you love pays dearly. What weakens him?"

Would he really hurt the people I love? I recall when he shot at me live on stage. I know he would.

"Teleportation." I reply weakly.

"Go on."

"His magic weakens the further he teleports." I can't believe I'm saying this.

"Good girl. I hope you enjoy the show." I hear then the call ends.

I slowly stare at the phone with the numb realisation I had told Jack how to beat Christian. Just then the door comes swinging open and Christian is stood there smiling. His face darkens as soon as he sees me.

"We need to talk." I tell him and he closes the door.

The next two hours are filled with us talking and making love in the master bedroom. Then we all head down to take our seats on the front row. Kate and Elliot decide to stay in the casino and gamble as Elliot is already on a winning streak already up by two hundred and ninety grand. Apparently, Kate seems to be his good luck charm.

James and I sit there enthralled by the show. Both Christian and Mia are the ultimate in showmanship. Every single magic trick gets rapturous round of applause. It's only as the show begins to draw to a close I begin to wonder if Catherine is sat in the audience.

My eyes are scanning the crowd but it's unless there are too many people to look through. I turn back and watch the end of the performance.

Me and James wait around out the stage area and see everyone else slowly file out of the theatre. When Christian and Mia appear from the side entrance Mia bursts through the curtains and into James's arms kissing his lips. Christian steps out behind her and scoops me into a deep passionate kiss that melts my insides.

As I open my eyes from the heart searing kiss I see two people approaching us. I turn my head towards them as Christian steps forward almost blocking me from them.

There is a man in his late forties with long brown hair with a touch of grey either side by his ears. Wearing a long dark trench coat and waistcoat in silver. Next to him walks a teenage boy. Seventeen at the most. He wears a purple shirt and black pants a much more updated style to the older man. His short brown hair spiked up in different directions.

"That was quite the show Mr Christian Grey. You certainly know how to impress the audience." The older man speaks.

Mia and James both turn towards the two figures. Christian reaches his hand out in a handshake.

"Thank you, I'm sorry you have me at a disadvantage. You are?" Christian asks.

"Please excuse my manners. My name is Michael Riker and this is my son Alexander Riker. We are magicians like yourself." The older man speaks.

I almost laugh, no one is a magician like Christian. Michael takes Christian's hand and I see shock in Michael's face.

"Riker? Your father wasn't Samuel Riker was he?" Christian asks guarded.

Michael pulls his hand back looking at Christian carefully. I notice Mia step away from James and move closer to Christian.

"Yes. Unfortunately, he passed away thirty-five years ago, you have heard of him?" Michael looks surprised. I see Alexander look over too.

"My father mentioned him in passing." Christian offers.

"I was hoping after watching your show that we could ask for your assistance in a delicate matter. Would it be possible to talk for a moment in private? It's of great importance." Michael leans in asking softly.

"By all means. I will be back in a moment Ana." Christian says first to Michael then to me.

"My son will stay and make sure no harm comes to your friends." Michael smiles.

Christian opens the door to the back stage and Michael heads up then he follows and shuts the door behind him. I wonder what was that about. I turn back to the group and see Alexander.

"So, you can do magic too?" James asks curiously.

"Sure can. My father has been teaching me since I was four." Alexander replies.

I know he is not the same type of magician as Christian. No magician is like Christian. They most likely use slight of hand trickery that all other magicians use.

Alexander lifts his hand and turns it around. A ball of blue ice appears spinning perfectly. He smiles and wraps his hand around the ball and it turns into a burning orange flame. I can feel the heat coming off it. The ball of fire spins rapidly before he shuts his hand and it disappears.

"You really do control magic." I gasp.

"Yeah just like your guy. He not a phoney like all these others." Alexander says smiling.

I find myself liking this plucky teenage boy.

"So how did you and your dad get into magic Alexander?" I ask.

I'm curious how they got their powers but I don't wish to spill any of Christian's secrets to them. Alexander smiles back at me and then blushes. I catch Mia wink at me out of the corner of my eye.

"It's Alex. Me and my father were both born into it. It's been part of our life for generations. My grandfather taught my dad and now he teaches me."

Alex talks so casually about his powers like they are just natural gift. I wonder if it was his grandfather that made a deal with a demon for their powers. I know Christian made up that line before about their grandfather. I catch Alex smiling at me again. I suddenly realise he has a crush on me. That was the reason for Mia's wink.

"Now Alex, is it just you and your father with powers?" I say sweetly.

"No. There is my friend also and my father says there are a number of us out there with these powers." Alex tells us.

We are all riveted by his words and are surprised when Christian and Michael return through the door. Michael looks over at his son.

"I trust you have been keeping them entertained with your magic?" Michael says.

"Yes, I have." Alex replies looking rather guilty.

"Well Mr Grey thank you very much for you time and I look forward to working with you. Also good luck with your endevours. Should you need our help don't heisaate to call. We bid you all a wonderful evening." Michael says before turning away.

"lovely to meet you all. see you around." Alex adds.

He turns falling in line with his father and walks away.

Christian moves to the side of me slipping his arm around my waist as I lean on his shoulder. James is still watching them leave the theatre.

"They have power like yours?" I whisper.

"It's not like mine. Their's is natural. It's a long story. I also now know where Catherine is." He breathes.

"Where is she?"

"In San Diego. She didn't fall for my ploy. I'm going to head straight back to San Diego and catch her. You can all stay here where it's safe." Comes his response.

"When are you leaving?"

"Right away. I can't have her get away." Christian says.

"Please be careful."

"Don't worry about me I'll be fine. I just don't want to leave you alone." He begins.

"I'm not alone. I have Mia, James, Kate and Elliot here. I'll be fine." I remind him.

He leans into me and gives me a heart searing kiss they turns my insides into Jello. He breaks the kiss to soon for my liking and turns around quickly heading towards the exit.

Mia looks over towards him and then steps up next to me.

"How about you join James and I for a drink?" Mia asks softly.

"Sure, thanks."

She slips her arm around me and we all walk out of the theatre and over to the Aurora bar. The beautiful hanging glass lights convey the stunning colours and lights of the Aurora boreallies over the ceiling. We take a seat down in some comfy grey coloured chairs.

"I'm just going to try my hand at some of the slots." James tells us both.

"Don't become addicted stud. I don't want to have to drag you off those machines to get you into bed." Mia says laughing.

James blushes deeply and I laugh nervously as he walks away. Just then a waiter walks over to us and smiles.

"Can I get you ladies something to drink?"

"I'll have a Mojito and a vodka and coke please." Mia orders.

"I'll take a fresh orange juice, thanks." I say.

As the waiter walks away Mia leans in over the table towards me.

"Right what's going on with my brother?"

"Whatever do you mean?" I try to stall for an answer.

"He's seemed distracted. He has been like that for a while now. I could tell in the show tonight. Something was wrong. You haven't had a falling out have you?" She asks concerned.

"No, me and Christian are great. He is even super excited about the idea of being a father to twins." I explain as Mia's mouth drops open.

"Oh, sweetie that's wonderful. Twins? I wonder if it will be two boys or two girls? Oh, the clothes matching possibilities." Mia giggles with excitement.

She looks up as sees the look of surprise on my face.

"Sorry. I may have gotten a little too excited. I know Christian will make an amazing dad. You're going to be the perfect mom."

"Thank you."

"But if it's not between you two. Something must be bugging him." Mia asks out loud.

"He's got a lot on his mind. We found out that Jack Hyde was not only responsible for the eye witness report, he was the one that broke into Christian's apartment. He stole some of his diaries and knows about you and Christian and is threatening to make it public knowledge."

"Oh my god. Why didn't he tell me I could of helped him. Is that why he left in such a hurry?"

"No. He knows Catherine is still in San Diego. She didn't come to the show this evening. So, he's headed back there to get her." I explain.

"But she caught him last time. He wants to get information out of her to break the demons deal, but how does he know he can catch her?" Mia asks worried.

"He has his magic and it's the only way to save our children." I offer.

Her gaze freezes on me and I see the look of shock in her face.

"What do you mean? Save your children? Has Catherine threatened your babies?" Mia asks her voice breaking slightly.

Christian must not have told her about what Elena truly wants. It's then I remember how upset she got when I told her that the demon was after his one true love. I'm at a loss for words. How can I tell her the deal Christian made to save her would require one of our twins as a sacrifice?

Her eyes narrow on my own and I can't look away. It's almost like she sees the truth in my eyes.

"Elena wants your children. That was what Christian's deal was for." Mia whispers.

The waiter returns and I can't look Mia in the eye. He places our drinks down and must feel the tense atmosphere at the table as he doesn't speak. Quickly nodding his head, he walks back to the bar.

As my eyes fall back onto Mia she has tears in her eyes as she takes her cocktail and drains the glass in one go. She puts it down on the table.

"Ana how could you not tell me? We're family you can tell me anything." Mia say weakly.

"I'm sorry, she wants to claim one. I thought Christian would have told you." Come's my weak response.

"Ana my brother loves to protect me. He has done all his life and look what's become of that. He's in an impossible situation. We have to break the demons hold on him." She tells me.

"But that would make you both mortal, wouldn't it?"

"Ana that's not an issue. I have lived so many lives. It would be nice to settle down with James. For us to grow old together." Mia says smiling.

"Wow James means that much to you?" I ask.

"Ana that's one of the reasons I wanted to talk to you. I'm thinking about me telling him I'm immortal. I have been in love many times before but James means so much more than any before him. Even Beethoven didn't hold a candle to James."

"So, you're going to finally tell him then?" I ask amazed.

"It's really past time I should have. Then if he wants to be with me, he knows what he is getting himself in for." Mia sighs.

"You're doing the right thing." I try to offer.

"Ana I'm scared. What if he says no?"

"You have always been a great judge of character. Now look over there and tell me that boy is not head over heels for you?" I say pointing.

Mia turns her head to follow my gaze and see's James playing on the slot machine but glancing over at Mia smiling like a love-struck boy. Mia turns back to me smiling. The worry I saw on her face moments ago, barely there anymore.

"It's settled then I will tell him I'm immortal. Christian can get the information from Catherine. Then we can break the demon's deal, me and Christian can be mortal. Your twins will be safe and we can all live happily ever after." Mia says out loud and I realise how difficult all that will be.

(Sorry to keep you all waiting. Well I'm back from my holiday in Majorca and back to writing. So here is chapter 20. I'm slowly but surely bringing this story to it's end.

So I would love to hear your thoughts on the two new characters that visit Christian after his show? Also what are your thoughts on that Jack Hyde is back again?

Did anyone guess Ana was having twins?

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Thank you. SJamesW.