Finding the Unexpected
THIS IS A WORK OF FICTION! I DO NOT OWN THE CHARACTERS, THEY BELONG TO EL JAMES. THE STORY LINE DETAILS BELONG TO ME
CHAPTER 21
(C POV)
We are reaching the end of the week in two days and we are enjoying our little bubble so much, that it doesn't take too much convincing for either of us not to go to work. I was going to bring Gail over to clean up after ourselves, but Ana said I should be ashamed just thinking of doing that. For the first time since college, I was the domestic one as I refused Ana to help. We both end up laughing uncontrollably when we picture Taylor's face as he witnessed me vacuuming as I was holding the laundry basket with the other. I have never seen Taylor speechless and I could just imagine him telling Gail. With all the places I have traveled throughout the world, I can honestly say nothing beats this. Ross is wondering if I have lost my mind since I only check in at the end of the day now. I need to remember to call my mom; she has been threatening my security if I don't call her soon. I am still lying beside Ana as she is sleeping; just thinking of everything that has happened. I am still feeling as if I am on cloud nine as I recall last night.
(Christian's POV on the event from last night)
As I had just put Ana on the bed from taking a bath, I do my usual routine of cleaning up after her, not chancing she may fall with the water on the floor. As I am drying my hands and I look up, the towel falls on the floor as I stand there speechless. Ana is lying there on her stomach as her hurt foot is on a pillow and the other lifted up in the air and with a book between her arms and one hand resting under chin as she is reading ... naked. Without Ana looking up she responds to my reaction.
"Enjoying the view Christian?" Ana says with a smirk still not looking up.
"Very much so..." I respond in a whisper, as I feel my body responding strongly.
"Is that all you're going to do is watch?" Ana questions seductively.
Without giving her answer in words, I quickly make my way to her and I kiss her deeply as I hold both hands on her face. Ana responds in the same way as she runs her fingers through my hair. We are both out of breath as we come up for air. I gently turn Ana around on her back and I reach over to adjust the pillow on her foot and I suddenly feel Ana's hands on me causing me to moan in pleasure. I feel her pulling my pajamas down slowly as I have my eyes closed enjoying the sensation throughout my body. As Ana is lying in the same position she takes me in her mouth as I look at her naked body in front of me. I feel Ana going deeper making it hard to concentrate. I suddenly have my mouth tasting her, trying to lick every inch of her clean. The taste alone is driving me closer to releasing. I feel Ana going up and down at a fast rate, wanting to taste me down her throat. I do the same with my tongue and I see we are about to release and we both release at the same time moaning loudly as we are still lost. I move my lips back towards her face as I kiss her body and we deeply kiss again, tasting each other. I get above her on the bed as I glaze into her eyes with a smile, making sure not to put all my weight on her. I start kissing her neck and her ear lobe very slowly and Ana starts moaning with desire. I feel her open her legs wanting me inside her, remembering our conversation on why she is on birth control; I push myself inside her slowly, enjoying the feeling of being this close to her. We are kissing each other deeply as I go in and out feeling myself about to come undone again. I feel Ana moving her hips pushing deeper into me, as if wanting to be close as possible. We both release calling each others name out and I feel Ana lightly biting my shoulder as she rubs my back, making me feel the sensation from my release stronger. I look into Ana's eyes and I smile as I see this beautiful woman still holding me in a way I thought would never be possible.
"I hope this doesn't have you running for the hills, but I want you to know that I truly without a doubt love you." I admit with honesty and from the bottom of my now found heart.
"Trust me when I say, the only reason I would be running up these hills of yours, would only happen with you by my side. Crazy as it may seem, I feel the same for you already as well. I love you too... To think your brother not paying attention when cleaning his disasters brought us together." Ana says with a smile and a soft kiss.
"Remind me to thank my clumsy brother next time I see him." I respond as I kiss her again, never wanting this moment to end.
(Back to the present time: Christian's POV)
"Do you remember what happens when you stare at people Mr. Grey?" Ana mumbles as she has her eyes still closed.
"How could I forget ... please forgive me." I say with a smirk as I kiss her lightly.
"What are our plans for today?" I ask as I kiss her neck softly.
"We should go back to work. Ummm ... that feels good. I wouldn't my boss to think I am taking advantage of my sick leave." Ana whispers.
"I'm sure your boss would request you stay home until you felt completely better." I whisper as I continue kissing her breast.
"Would he now?" Ana whispers again.
"Will you finish the week just resting with me? I enjoy my time off as well." I ask with the saddest eyes I can make.
"Aren't you tired of me already?" Ana asks with a smirk.
"Oh hell no, I could never get tired of you. I only want more and more." I honestly admit.
"If you put it that way, how could I refuse?" Ana says with a grin as she kisses me deeply and we end up enjoying each other's body again.
This will be first time either of us leaves the apartment since her accident and the only reason is because of her follow up appointment. Ana allows me to carry her to the SUV, but insist that she will use her crutches at her appointment.
"I feel like a vampire with being so sensitive with the sun and all. I still cannot believe how lazy we have become." Ana says in laughter.
"Vampire you say? If I have been living with a vampire all this time, why is my neck bite free?" I say with a grin.
"Bring yourself closer and let me check if you are unaware that you have been bitten." Ana whispers as she bites her lip.
I move closer to Ana lifting my neck. I feel Ana feeling my neck lightly with her fingers and I close my eyes as I feel the tightness between my legs. Suddenly without warning, Ana bites on my neck firmly making me gasp and Ana starts laughing uncontrollably. I notice Taylor is trying to cover his laughter with coughing, making Ana laugh even more. We end up getting to the hospital still laughing. Watching Ana on crutches was brutal. I just wanted to lift her up and carry her inside. The look Ana gave me had me forgetting those thoughts quickly. As soon as we walked inside I hear my mother calling my name. I should have known she would meet me at the door once I text her we were on our way.
"Christian, it is so good to see or hear from you finally." My mom says with happiness as she hugs me tightly.
"It is good to see you too mom." I say with a smirk, returning the gesture.
"Ana my dear, it is great seeing you as well. How have you been doing? I hope you have been staying off that foot of yours." My mom says with a smile and concern.
"I am doing great Grace and yes I have stayed off my foot at all times. My temporary nurse made sure of it." Ana says with a smirk as she looks at me.
"You hired a nurse?" My mom asks confused.
We both start laughing and my mother stands there even more confused.
"We both took the week off and I have been helping Ana by staying there with her." I say with a smile as I look at Ana.
"You haven't been to work at all Christian?" My mom questions in shock.
"Nope…" I say with a huge smile as I put my arm around Ana.
"Will good thing you won't fire yourself Christian. I hope your job understood Ana, you know how some bosses can be?" My mom says with concern.
"Actually, her boss requested that she take the week off." I say with a smirk.
"That was very nice of them." Grace says as can't stop smiling as she looks as I hold on to Ana.
"Yes he is very sweet and I guess having a close relationship has its rewards." Ana says in laughter as I laugh along with her.
We both laugh harder as we see my mom stunned that I am taking Ana's news so lightly.
"Ana works at SIP and we realized this a day after her accident." I explain hoping to get that confused look off her face.
My mom starts laughing along with us. I can see the happiness bouncing off of her as she just watches us interacting with each other. Ana is healing perfectly, but the stitches will come off on Monday, making me silently excited that I get more days with Ana. My mother hugs me harder as we are now ready to leave. As I kiss her cheek, I can see her watery eyes looking happily at me. No words are necessary, but silence is loud and clear. My mom hugged Ana as if she was her daughter and even though she whispered softly to Ana, I was able to hear her tell her thank you and Ana responded with a big smile. We decided to make a quick stop at my home. I needed to pick up more clothes and I really wanted Ana to see where I lived finally. Ana insisted on using her crutches again and I can only smile at her determination.
(Ana's POV)
As we get off the elevator, I am dumbfounded on the size alone. I start to wonder why Christian would want to stay at my apartment if he has this. Not only is it enormous, but gorgeous as well. I start feeling the self-doubt that always lingers in the shadows.
"Please stop it … I don't like it when you doubt yourself. The only thing I truly cherish and has any importance in my life, are you and my family. Don't let all these easily replaceable material things having you forget what we already feel for each other." Christian says with honestly and a light kiss on the lips.
"I'll try my best, but you may have to remind me once or twice." I reply with a timid smile.
We make our way to the living room and I see Gail making Taylor and the other security team dinner.
"Mr. Grey, what a great surprise. I had no idea you were returning back today." Gail says with a smile
"Gail we are only stopping by so I can pick up more clothes. I would like you to meet Ana." Christian says as he stands closer to me
"It is a pleasure to meet you Gail." I say shyly, hoping Gail doesn't see me like the other girls that Christian would keep a secret or am I one of those secret girls as well?
"The pleasure is mine. Would you like something to drink or maybe eat?" Gail asks with a smile.
"No thank you Gail, I am fine." I respond wondering if she is really this nice or just part of her job.
"Ana would you like to seat down, I don't want you to hurt baby." Christian asks with concern.
"Thank you Christian." I reply with a smile, not wanting to admit the pain I am feeling already.
With the crazy thoughts running through my head, which need to stop already and with my foot hurting, I can feel the headache starting to come.
"Ana, are you okay? You seem a little off." Christian asks again with concern.
"I'm fine … just a little tired." I say with a smile.
"Let me prepare your bag for you Sir. Is there anything specific you would like?" Gail asks.
I notice Christian looking at me with a smirk and I pretend I don't notice.
"Thank you Gail, but I can do it. I'll be right back baby." Christian says with a grin and kisses me with a short but deep kiss before he goes to his bedroom.
I blush as I know Gail saw everything. Whatever she is cooking smells delicious. I start looking around taking in Christian's decorating style. I realize it is almost the same as his building at work. I wonder if he came up with the style on his own. I know he wanted me to see his place, but why only this room, what is the big secret. I feel so odd here; I wish he would hurry up so we can leave. I should have brought a book with me. I wonder if he would get offended if I wait in the car. I don't want to be rude. Why did Gail leave? Did she not like me after all? I wish there was a television in here or something to occupy me. Okay seriously, I am starting to get annoyed sitting here alone. Call me impatient, but I am going to look for him. I reach for my crutches and I hear talking in the room closer to me, he is probably in his office. I freeze as I hear Christian talking on the phone. He sounds upset.
"What the fuck do you want? We have nothing to discuss, you crossed a line that should have never been crossed and I did what I felt was necessary. That is not your concern, in fact, anything that has to do with me is not your concern. You leave her out of this! You did this to yourself! There is no reason for you to contact me anymore and I expect you to respect my demands. What? When did she contact you? That is not my concern once our contract is null. I don't care if she insisted in seeing me; I don't want anything to do with her. She is not my concern, so why are you telling me this bullshit? This will be last time I tell you Elena, I don't want you to ever call me again and as for Leila Anderson, she is no longer my concern." Christian shouts in frustration.
I stand there in shock, not knowing if I should hurry up and sit down or go home. My mind is going in overdrive.
"Ana? Are you okay? Why are you walking around?" Christian asks with concern.
"I got bored being by myself, so I wanted to see how much longer you were going to be." I say without emotion, still stunned with the information I just heard.
"Baby, what is wrong? Why didn't Gail keep you company? I am sorry for making you wait that long by yourself." Christian says again with concern and a bit of fear.
"I am fine … I was just impatient. Are you ready to go?" I say casually trying to hide my feelings.
"I am ready, let me turn off my light and grab my bag real quick." Christian says hesitantly.
I walk back to the elevator as he goes into his office and I wait trying to occupy my thoughts by looking at this picture that looks so familiar. Where have I seen this picture?
"Ana? I was going to help you to the elevator, you didn't have to leave. Do you like that picture?" Christian says confused.
"I am fine; it wasn't that far of a walk." I say with a small smile. I look again questionably at the painting before I turn to the elevator.
Thankfully the elevator opened before we could continue the conversation. I want to think things through before I decide if I will bring anything up. I notice Christian wanting to ask me what is wrong, but I can tell he is forcing himself to let it go.
"Is your foot bothering you?" Christian asks as he holds my hand.
"Just a little bit and I didn't realize I would get so tired so fast." I say with a small smile.
I notice Taylor looking concerned as he looks at me through the rear view mirror, but I smile as I let him know that I am aware of his looking. Taylor smiles along with a nod, but it don't reach his eyes. Christian looks lost in his thoughts, which I don't mind at this moment. We finally reach my apartment and Christian is still lost in his thoughts, so I open my own door desperately needing the fresh air. I move my legs so I can get out and sure enough I hit it hard with the door.
"FUCK!" I yell out making Christian snap out of his thoughts that he was lost in.
"Ana, shit … I am so sorry." Christian yells as he gets out and comes quickly to my side along with Taylor.
"I'm fine Christian. Can you please move back so I can get out?" I say trying to hide the annoyance I feel towards myself only.
Christian moves back not saying a word, but he has guilt written all over his face. I notice Taylor is trying to hide the same look. What is up with these two? This was my fault alone. I try ignoring the pain that is now pounding through my foot. I put on my brave face and tell both of them, it wasn't that bad of a hit, and I am going to take a nap. I ignore the regretful looking faces and walk to my room. I just want to lie down and figure out what I just found out. I am being honest with myself when I say I am stunned on the information overload. Finding out Christian's dark secret in this manner is unbelievable, but I will not judge him or be angry at him for it. I have witness the regret of his life etched on his face, and that is what I need to look at. I won't say that I am not hurt knowing that he hurt my friend at the end, but even she said she considered this a business deal. This was a situation before I was in the picture, so honestly it is none of my business on what kind of agreement they had. As long as Christian doesn't expect that kind of agreement from me, we are doing fine. I feel better now that I had time to think things through.
"Ana? How is your foot? Did I upset you earlier for taking too long?" Christian asks as if pained with his emotions.
I carefully slide over indicating for him to join me and I see that beautiful smile as he complies instantly.
"My foot was already achy from earlier and this made it a little more uncomfortable, but I'll live. I am not upset with you and I'm sorry that I gave you that impression. I am going to be honest with you, but please let me finish before you say anything. As I was looking for you, I heard your conversation with Elena. I was temporary stunned when you mention Leila's name, not out of jealousy, but because Leila Anderson was a good friend of mine in college. Without giving away any information away that she wasn't allowed to, Leila was honest about the lifestyle she was accustomed to. I could not understand it for the life of me, but my concern for her safety went on deaf ears. We don't need to speak about this, it is none of my business and as long as you don't expect that kind of arrangement from me, everything is still the same as before. Now remember to just be honest with me and yourself if you ever feel that you miss and need that in your life again. I won't have any anger towards you, as long as you stay honest with me." I say with pure honesty throughout the conversation. I watch Christian speechless and I think scared of me now knowing more about him unexpectedly.
"First I want to assure you that wanting to be with you and only you is all I want since the moment I met you. I have never in my life wanted or needed something so much in my life. You are an amazing woman that still has me unexpectedly amazed on your reaction on what hits you in life. I'm sorry how you were informed of my dark secret that I am honestly ashamed of, especially when I thought that was the only way of life that was meant for me. Thank you for being remarkably understanding Ana and not running to the hills. Thank you for giving us a chance and allowing me to prove my sincere confession on how I feel about you." Christian responds with a smile, as well as if all the weight he holds from his past has just been lifted.
I notice that it is not completely gone, but in time, I know we will get there. I am not naive enough to think it will be easy and smooth, but my heart is telling me that I am going in the right direction and I'm heading to my destiny which will be a smooth ride or bumping as hell, either way, I feel destiny is leading the way...