CPOV:
It's the weekend before Thanksgiving. I'm in Aspen with the men for our fishing trip and Ana is in California at a spa for a girls weekend. Alice stayed the weekend at home with Brooklyn. I miss both of my girls so much. I tried to talk Kate and Mia into everyone just coming to Aspen and going to a spa here while the men fish.. I was quickly told 'no' by Mia and a 'hell no' by Kate.
We arrived at my home in Aspen about an hour ago. When we arrived, my housekeeper had dinner waiting on us. After we all put our luggage away in our rooms, we all made it back down to enjoy an amazing steak dinner.
Now we are all sitting by the fire pit enjoying our scotch and cigars.
"So, what's your plans for this weekend, Dip shit?" I ask Elliot as I finish off my tumbler of scotch.
"We are going fishing tomorrow, and I plan on all of us hiking Sunday before we fly back home."
I nod my head. "Sounds like a plan." I have to hand it to Elliot, this weekend is exactly what I wanted. As long as he doesn't pull any bullshit. I really don't think he will though.
"Not so fast, boys. I don't think this old man is going to be up for hiking. I'm not as young as I ued to be." My dad says.
"I have to agree with Carrick." Ray speaks up. "You boys can go on your hike Sunday morning, and I'm going to squeeze in a couple more hours of fishing.
"Count me in" Dad holds his tumbler of scotch up to toast Ray. I'm glad that the two families get along so well.
We sit around the fire a little while longer talking about sports, fishing, politics, and everything in between. After 2 hours of sitting around, we are all feeling good. Talk has turned to shit that Elliot and I used to do as kids.
"Dad, you cant completely blame me for that shit. Elliot had a hand in it too." I say, referring to the time Elliot and I got slingshots for Christmas and decided that it would be fun to see who could bust the most windows out of the boat house. Needless to say, my aim was 100 percent better than Elliot's, so I got all of the blame.
"Looking back on it now, it's funny. There were times when you boys were younger, I thought I may strangle you both." My dad says, laughing. "And yes, I know that Elliot played a hand in that incident, too. He just had a shitty aim."
"Hey, my aim has gotten better since then... Just ask Kate." Elliot says smugly, making all of us groan.
"Speaking of Kate, how are things going with the little lady?" Ray asks. I know he thinks of Kate as a second daughter because she has always been there for Ana since they met in college.
I notice Elliot get a little nervous. "Well, we've moved in together." He pauses and looks around at all of the men. "I , um... I actually went ring shopping the other day. I didn't buy anything because I didn't find anything that would fit her personality. But, I'm planning on asking her to marry me at Christmas."
We are all silent for a few seconds until my dad breaks the silence, making us all laugh "Well, well, well, it looks like Seattle's biggest manwhore has finally found the one to tame his wild ass."
After eating breakfast, we all sit around finishing our coffee. It's getting close to time for us to head out, but I haven't talked to Ana since last night, so I want to call her and then call Alice to check up on Brooklyn.
"Give me 20 minutes and I will meet all of you at the truck so we can get going." I tell the guys as I'm heading to my room for privacy.
"The little soon to be Mrs. has already got you so whipped you can't go a day without checking in." Elliot jokes and then I hear my dad pop him across the head.
"God sakes Elliot!" Dad grumbles before walking away with a laughing Taylor, Travis and Ray following behind him.
Ana finally picks up on the third ring. "Hello" She answers and I can tell by the sexy grittiness of her voice that I have woken her.
"Good morning, beautiful. Did I wake you?"
I hear her groan, and I can see in my minds eye her stretching out like a cat. She does this every morning when before she gets out of bed. "Yeah, sorry. I'm just taking advantage of this weekend. I don't get to sleep in too much at home. I need to get up anyway. I'm supposed to be meeting the others down stairs in an hour to head off for massages."
"Have fun, baby. When I hang up with you, I'm going to call home to check in on the princess. The guys and I are about to head out to go fishing for the day. I just wanted to talk to you before we leave." I tell her. God, just hearing her voice makes my chest ache. I miss her every second that I'm away from her.
"Okay" She says with a yawn. "But don't call me crying when my dad kicks all of your asses in fishing" She says making me laugh. I hear her sigh, "I miss your laugh... I miss you. As much as I am enjoying this weekend, I cant wait to get back home to you and Brooklyn."
"Ditto, baby." I reach up to rub my chest hoping it will ease the physical ache of missing my girls.
After Ana and I hang up, I call and check on Brooklyn. She talks my ear off, telling me all about the things that she, Miss Alice and Chocolate have been up to. We talk for a little while before she loses interest and gives Alice the phone.
We've been fishing about 3 hours. Elliot hasn't caught any fish because he can't shut his trap long enough. Taylor, Travis and I have caught 2 each, my dad has caught 3, and just as Ana predicted, Ray is spanking our asses with 6 fish.
"This is bullshit!" Elliot says, making his way back towards the bank. "How come everyone else is catching fucking fish and I haven't caught shit?" I look over to my dad and see that he has a smirk on his face.
"Son, if you would shut your fucking mouth longer than five seconds, you may be able to catch something other than an attitude." Dad says, making everyone else chuckle.
"What the fuck ever" Elliot grumbles. "I'm off my game because my sugars low. I need to eat. Let's all take a break and eat some lunch."
We all make our way back over to the grass where we can sit and eat the chicken salad sandwiches that my housekeeper packed this morning. While we eat, my dad, Elliot, Travis and I talk about the latest Seahawks game while Ray and Taylor talking about the years they served our country.
Looking around, I'm once again reminded of how fucking lucky I am... Great family and friends, wonderful daughter and another child on the way, and an amazing woman that I get to spend the rest of my life with.
I look up when Ray sits down beside me. "How's it going, son. You getting nervous about the big day?" He asks.
"Nervous? No, I'm not the least bit nervous. I'm just ready for the day to get here so I can finally shout from the rooftops that your amazing daughter is my wife" I tell him honestly.
"And I know she feels the same. I hope you know just how happy you have made my Annie. I know it may not have been easy for you to go from being a single man to a fiancé and Dad.-"
I interrupt him before he can go on. "Honestly, Ray, loving Ana and Brooklyn is one of the easiest things I have ever done in my life." I assure him.
He clears the emotion in his throat, "Well, alright then. Glad to hear that, son."
Boarding the plane the next day, I will admit that I enjoyed my guys weekend, but I am more than ready to get off of this plane and see my woman and daughter. Ana's plane is supposed to land 30 minutes before mine so I'm not sure if she will wait for me or go on to the house to see Brooklyn.
APOV:
"Oh my! This place is gorgeous!" I say to myself as I stand at the floor to ceiling windows of my room. Looking out over the ocean, I can't help but think of Brooklyn and Christian. I know they would love it here as well. I'm not sure how long I stand there watching the waves crash against the rocks, but I'm so lost in thought that I don't hear Grace walk up beside me until she speaks.
"Beautiful isn't it, Darling?" She smiles at me.
"It is." I agree with her. "I was just thinking that Christian and Brooklyn would love it here."
"I'm sure they would. How are the honeymoon plans coming along?" Grace asks
I let out a small giggle, "I'm not sure. You would have to ask your son about that. He is planning it and refuses to tell me where we are going."
Grace looks at me thoughtfully, "I am so thankful that you and Brooklyn were brought into my son's life. He has changed so much in the past few months. I can honestly say that my boy is finally happy."
I try with all of my might not to cry, but the flood gates open. "Thank you, Grace." I manage to smile through my tears. "Don't get me wrong, I am very thankful to you for taking a chance on a young nurse when you hired me... But, I have never been more grateful to work for you than I was the day that you introduced me to your son. Funny story, I had actually noticed Christian that morning on my way to work at a coffee shop. We didn't even speak that morning, but I was unable to get him out of my head. Like I have told Christian before, I believe it was fate. He and I were meant to be."
Grace pats me on my cheek. "Yes, sweet girl, I believe it was fate."
After everyone has settled in their rooms, we all head out for dinner. We all have a lovely time listening to Grace share stories of Christian, Mia and Elliot's childhood. I'm not surprised in the least when Grace tells us that Elliot was her little trouble maker, but Christian always tried to take most of the blame for things. Even as children, Christian was still protecting the people he loved.
It's late when we finally head back to our rooms. After a phone call with Christian and then one to Miss Alice , I fall asleep with the thoughts of my soon to be husband and our daughter.
The next morning, after a lovely breakfast, we all head to the spa.
Mia and I go in for our massages first since we are both getting a pregnancy massage. After those are over, we have our mani/pedi and facials. I decide at the last minute to go for a new haircut. And after much discussion with Lacey, my stylist, I decide to also to have my hair highlighted. I was worried that it wouldn't be safe to do because I'm pregnant, but she assured me that because I'm in my second trimester and because of the products she uses, it's all perfectly safe. She also assures me that because she is painting the product onto my hair, it won't actually be absorbed into my scalp.
After she is finished, I finally get a chance to look at my hair. I absolutely love it... I just hope Christian feels the same way. I added in a few layers in my hair and the caramel highlights look amazing.
When all of the ladies are finally done, it's close to dinner time. Instead of going out again tonight, we all opt to head back to my room and eat dinner in our pajamas.
Just as we are finishing up dinner, there is a knock on the door. I look to Kate and see that she is wear a devilish smile. "So help me, Kate! If that is a freaking stripper, I am going to be short of a maid of honor at my wedding because I will kill you!"
"Relax my sweet, lovely bride. This is a surprise for all of us, but it's not a stripper." She says as she heads to the door.
The next thing I know, in walks Ms. DeeDee... A beautiful drag queen. She is wearing an all over shimmering black outfit with cutouts in just the right places. Not to mention her sky high black boots and even higher blond hair. Her beautiful mocha skin makes her bright pink lips stand out.
"Hello all of you lovely ladies! My name is Ms. DeeDee or Ms. Delicious Diva. Call me which ever you prefer." She says as she flawlessly sashays into the room. "I am the owner of Sensual Secrets. Tonight I will be showing all of you Diva's products that will make your already amazing sex life sky rocket." She throws us a wink. I. Love. Her!
"Judging by the cute little round bellies two of you are sporting, you already know how to work a man pole!" I know I blush bight red and Mia is chocking in her tea. "Oh no, girl! Ain't no shame is Ms. DeeDee's game. If you got it, get it, girl!"
When Ms. DeeDee first started showing us what was in her "bag of tricks", I was so embarrassed not only for myself, but I am sitting here with two women I look at as motherly figures in my life. What in the world is Grace and Gail going to think of all of this? To my surprise, they were the two that was most into it. Grace asked questions about most of the products, making Mia cringe. Mia kept reminding Grace that she didn't want to know what went on in her parents' bedroom. And let's just say that Taylor is going to be a very happy man. Gail's package is going to be bigger than all of ours combined.
Kate and I went to a sex toy party back when we first started college, but this one tops that one by far. Ms. DeeDee had us all laughing so hard with her antics. By the end of the night I had ordered some edible body paint in Christian's favorite flavor, Chocolate; passion fruit edible body powder; and a few other fun things that I know Christian and I will enjoy. Thank goodness we are on a private plane and wont have to check our bags. If the airport workers had to open my luggage for any reason, I may just die of embarrassment.
We spend Sunday morning shopping at the cute little local shops before we have to board the plane. I bought Christian a few items and bought Brooklyn a few winter clothes. I even got Chocolate a bone shaped cookie from a cute little bakery that specializes in organic dog treats.
The flight back to Seattle is quiet. Most of us take the time to rest before a new week starts. The office is open only Monday and Tuesday this week, but Wednesday is going to be busy getting things ready for Thanksgiving on Thursday. Gail will be there to help with a few things on Wednesday, but she and Taylor are leaving out that evening and going to her sisters in Portland for the holiday. Grace, Mia and Kate are also coming over Wednesday to help with food prep. Not sure how much help Kate will be since she can't boil water, but it will be nice to have her company.
We are going to have a house full on Thursday, and I can't wait. So far we will have 10 guest in our home for our Thanksgiving meal. That includes Jose and Derek. They are flying in late Wednesday night and will stay with us. Christian told them that we have plenty of room and he wouldn't hear of them staying at a hotel.
When I was younger I always dreamed of having a big, loving family like the ones I saw on TV. I know how blessed I am now.
I decide to wait for Christian at Sea-Tac since I spoke with Alice and she said that Brooklyn is napping. Checking my watch, I see that the guys' plane should be landing in about 15 minutes. I feel like it's been weeks since I have been in Christian's arms when in actuality it's only been a couple of days. I'm more than ready to get my man and go home to our daughter. I've called Alice at least 8 times over the weekend to check up on Brooklyn, so I know she is fine, I'm just ready to hold my sweet girl.
I am a little nervous as to what Christian is going to think of my new hair. It's still long the way he likes it, but I know he is going to start in on the highlights not being safe. Grace has assured me that if he starts in on me about it, she will help me reassure him that it was in no way harmful of the baby.
20 minutes later I am not so patiently waiting for the door to the guys' plane to open. I'm getting more and more impatient by the minute. Open the freaking doors already! When the doors open, and I see Christian walking down the steps, I cant take it anymore. My feet start moving toward him like they have a mind of their own.
When I finally reach him, I jump in his arms and wrap my legs around his waist. "I missed you so much!" I tell him.
He holds me tighter. "I missed you too, Baby. I was about to open that fucking door myself." He pulls back and gives me a kiss that tells me just how much he has missed me.
After steading me back on my feet, he looks me over from head to toe. "Looks like the little one has grown in the past two days." He says, rubbing my belly. He looks up at me and kind of does a double take. "Your hair! It looks great baby, but is it safe to have your hair colored when you are pregnant?"
"I made sure it was before I let the stylist touch it. Your mom can vouch for me. You know I would never do anything that wasn't safe to our children."
"I know, baby. But, you know how I am about you and the kids' safety." Not sure if he even realizes he is still rubbing my belly.
"That I do, Mr. Grey. What do you say we head home to see our daughter and then tonight I can show you just how much I have missed you." I discreetly rub his fine ass. My man's ass is a work of art.
He kisses me on my forehead, and whispers in my ear, "I like the way you think. I can't wait to sink into your tight, wet pussy." I squeeze my legs together trying to find some relief when he licks the side of my neck.
After we say our goodbyes, Christian and I join Sawyer in one of the SUV's.
When we finally pull up to the house, I see Brooklyn with her cute little nose pressed against the window. Alice must have told her we were on our way home. I don't even wait for Sawyer to open my door. I jump out and meet my little girl half way.
"Mama! I missed you so much!" She squeezes my neck. When she lets go of my neck, she reaches up and run her little fingers through my hair. "Mama, you haiw is so pwetty!"
"Thank you, sweet girl! I missed you so much, too!" I pepper her face with kisses making her laugh.
She spots Christian standing behind me. "Daddy! I missed you, too! Wets go pway wif Chocowate." I put her back on the ground and she takes both of our hands, pulling us through the house.
Alice leaves soon after we get home so we spend the rest of the evening playing with Brooklyn and Chocolate. Chocolate is growing so fast, he will soon be bigger than Brooklyn.
At bedtime, Brooklyn is not willing to give up any extra time with either me or Christian. We both read her two books each and lay with her until she falls asleep.
As we tip toe out of her room, Christian scoops me up bridal style in the hall. My arms instantly go around his neck. "What are you doing?" I squeal quietly, mindful not to wake Brooklyn.
"We, Miss Steele, are going to our room and you are going to tell me exactly what it is I saw in your luggage. As I was taking it to the room, I heard something rattling around, and curiosity got the better of me, so I peeked."
I know exactly what he saw. All of the things I bought from Ms. DeeDee. I sit with him on the bed and show him all of my goodies. Judging by the bulge in the front of his sleep pants, he likes my goodies very much.
"Okay, before we go any further, I would like to know just where you went to purchase all of this stuff. No one knew you were in California, but even with Sawyer with you, there is a chance someone could have recognized you and snapped a picture of you buying this stuff. I could care less if they did, but I don't want you to get upset over anything."
He's so sweet! "No worries baby. Ms. DeeDee came to the room." I tell him all about Ms. DeeDee and her company. I even show him the pictures on my cell. Before Ms. DeeDee left Saturday night, all of us had our pictures taken with her.
Christian laughs at all of the photos until he gets to the one with his mom in it. Grace had a little too much wine that night so in her picture she had her arm around Ms. DeeDee and in the other hand she was proudly displaying a few of her purchase.
"No! No, no , no! Please tell me my mom didn't participate in this little party!" He is actually blushing. So cute!
"Yes, she did... So did Gail. I wouldn't be surprised if Gail needed to purchase extra luggage to bring home all of her purchases. Taylor is going to be a happy, happy man!"
"Stop! Just stop now! You are killing my boner!" He cringes.
"Boner? That's it... This is the last time I let you spend a weekend with Elliot." I giggle. "You are starting to sound like him."
With lightening fast moves, I am on my back with Christian above me. "Enough talking... Let's just skip to the part where you show me how much you've missed me."
And for the next 3 hours we continue to show each other just how much the other was missed... over and over again...
Thank you to all of you that have taken the time to read and review my story. I appreciate each and every one of ya! There are a couple of things I want to address...
1. I write this story not only for myself, but for the readers as well. I always listen to suggestions. If there is something that you all feel strongly about and it fits with the story, I try my best to see that it's written in. For example... The name for a boy... In my story I wanted Christian to honor his brother by naming his son after him. I fell in love with the name Maddox after reading a book where the male character's name was Maddox. I really don't care if the name is 'Elliot Maddox' or "Maddox Elliot'. The only reason I wrote it as Elliot Maddox is because I thought the name flowed better that way. It's not a big deal for me to switch the two names around. I love to make my readers happy if I can, so *if* the baby is a boy, I will write a scene where A&C discuss switching the names around before they make the announcement to the family.
2. I am sorry that this chapter has taken so long. I will not leave y'all hanging on this story. I will see it to the end. Yes, my real life has been crazy lately, but I am writing every chance I get.
I will be 100 % honest with you... Until I started writing, I never knew how time consuming writing a story could be. To all of the FF writers that are writing more than one story at a time and are updating frequently, my hat's off to you! I now have a new appreciation for writers.
On that note.. I hope everyone enjoyed this Chapter! Next up... Thanksgiving with the Greys.