A/N: I'm so happy that you all enjoyed Ana and Christian's date.
Sorry, you guys for the late posting. I suffer from PMDD so it's very hard to write during that time of the month if you catch my drift. Anyway, it's Friday and I hope you all have a lovely weekend and enjoy this chapter!
After her extravagant date, Ana was still on cloud nine. She couldn't remember ever having that much fun in a long time. Christian was the perfect date and the fact that the man flew them out to southern California was a shock.
He dropped her off just as promised before sunrise and Ana was surprised that she didn't want him to go. He left like the gentleman he was with promises to talk to her later. She went back inside, kicked off her shoes, took a shower, and went to bed. Her parents weren't coming by with Teddy until three p.m. and it was currently six a.m. now so she knew that she could comfortably rest with no problem. Ana's last thought was of the way Christian kissed her on the beach after dinner.
"Teddy wait!"
As soon as they pulled up in front of the driveway and the car stopped, Teddy unstrapped his car seat, slid out of his chair, opened the door, and ran towards his front door. He banged his fist on the door, after turning the handle realizing that it wouldn't open like it always did for him.
"Mama! I'm back! Open the door!"
Carla glanced over at her exasperated husband as he shook his head and got out of the car to get the bags out of the trunk. Carla jogged over to her son placing her hand on his shoulders.
"You little rascal. I can hear your mother coming to the door right now. You just need to have patience."
"What's that?" Teddy asked as he turned around to glance at her. She laughed before leaning over to kiss his cheek.
"Something that you need to work on my grandson."
Suddenly the door opened and Ana beamed before she got on her knees and hugged Teddy. She squeezed him tight which caused him to giggle. When Ana finally let go of him he kissed her cheek.
"I missed you, mama."
Ana smiled.
"I missed you too. Did you already eat?"
Teddy shook his head, and Ray answered.
"We were waiting for you to all have lunch."
When Ana stood Carla wiggled her brow at her daughter causing her to snort. Ray caught it and rolled his eyes.
"Come on Teddy. It's time for the men to watch a bit of the football game on tv. I have a feeling we won't be leaving until a bit later."
Teddy pouted for a moment before he looked up at Ray.
"Can we eat some chips while we wait?"
"Of course," Ray said winking at his grandson as they walked into the house. Ray already knew his daughter's house like his own so he immediately grabbed the remote, turned on the television, and found the football game. Teddy cheered when the tv was turned up and Ray chuckled before grabbing chips from the kitchen. Meanwhile back outside, Ana helped her mother with Teddy's duffle bag in the backseat of the trunk, along with everything else her parents brought him.
"So. How was your date?"
Ana smiled.
"It was good. We had a good time. He flew us out to southern California to-"
"Wait, what? Honey who is this man?"
Ana took a deep breath and grabbed the rest of Teddy's stuff before closing the trunk.
"His name is Chrisitan Grey. He is the CEO of Grey Enterprises." It took Carla a moment but when she figured out who it was she gaped at her daughter.
"That Christian Grey? Isn't he a billionaire?"
Ana nodded.
Carla whistled before she nudged her daughter's shoulder.
"You sure know how to pick them," she joked.
"Mom!"
Carla laughed.
"Oh hush! I'm just saying. A single billionaire is interested in my beautiful young daughter. He should be so lucky," she said easily. She frowned however which caused Ana to ask her what was wrong.
"How does he feel about Teddy?" Carla asked. Ana's shoulders sagged in relief. She thought her mother was already against it.
"He loves Teddy. He is the oldest. His brother has two boys and Christian babysits them a lot. He also has a younger sister whose wedding I am planning. They love family and Christian especially doesn't care. You know if he couldn't stand Teddy we wouldn't be a thing," She said defensively."
"Oh, I know dear," Carla said quickly. "It's just after Jack and his inability to grow up I don't want my baby to be in another hurtful scenario."
Ana decided to hold her tongue on how aggressive Jack had gotten the previous week. She knew her parents would worry and she didn't want them to.
"Well, let's get this stuff inside and in his room. I can already feel the toys you brought him in the duffle bag. Even though I asked you not to mother."
Carla rolled her eyes.
"You told me not so many snacks. You didn't say toys! And I'm his grandmother I can do what I please."
"But his birthday is next weekend."
"What is your point dear?" Carla said blinking at her daughter. Ana only groaned before opening the front door and heading upstairs to Teddy's room.
"Thank you for calling I Do where we make your wedding dreams come true! This is Hannah speaking how can I help you?"
"Oh, good old Hannah. How are you today?"
Hannah rolled her eyes. She knew that smarmy voice anywhere.
"I was doing good but then you called so my day is shot to hell," Hannah said frankly. Jack's eyes narrowed at Hannah's tone.
"You do know who I am right?"
Hannah sighed before she rolled her eyes.
"I don't care if you're the president of the United States. You only get respect when you give it. And you've never given it to me."
"You never liked me to begin with."
"You would be correct," Hannah said with joy in her voice. Jack growled causing Hannah to chuckle.
"Is that supposed to scare me?" she said wryly.
"Just put Ana on the phone," he demanded.
"Please, and thank you," Hannah said in a sing-song voice.
"What?!" Jack snapped.
"I'm sorry. I am not a dog that you can command. I'm also not one of your sluts that are mesmerized by your lying ass and STD-filled dick. I respond to proper greetings only. Now Mr. Hyde, what may I assist you with today?" Hannah said with an overly sweet voice. Jack felt as if he were about to explode. However, he knew he would get nowhere unless he pretended to play by the rules Hannah set.
"I am sorry. Please put Ana on the phone, and thank you."
"She's not here. And even if she was I still wouldn't do it."
"You stupid-"
"Choose your next words carefully Mr. Hyde. I am not one to be trifled with," Hannah said with enough warning in her tone that caused Jack to pause.
"When will she be in?" He said bitingly. Hannah exhaled loudly.
"I don't know. She's your baby mama, right? Shouldn't you know this?"
"I don't even know why I called you!" Jack roared.
"I don't know why you called here either. Bye cheater!"
As soon as Jack hung up Hannah giggled.
"I'd hate to be on your bad side," an amused voice said from the entrance of the office.
Hannah glanced up and smiled when she saw Sawyer.
"Hi, Sawyer! What brings you by? Ana's not here. She typically doesn't work on Saturdays," Hannah said giving Sawyer the same information that Jack wanted.
"Oh, I know. She told me that you were working today."
"Yeah, but only for a few hours. I get off in twenty minutes to be exact."
Sawyer grinned at that.
"Well. I was wondering if you wanted to go out when you're done? I can wait. We can catch an afternoon movie and grab something to eat afterward."
Hannah nodded and grinned.
"I'd like that very much."
"Can we have fries too Uncle Christian?"
The man nodded in amusement as his nephews tried to order everything they possibly could on the menu. He normally took them on Saturdays to any new museums or kid-friendly places around the city. Elliott always appreciated it, telling him that it gave him and Kate time to themselves. He didn't care to know what his brother meant and he never asked for an explanation.
Today they had just finished watching some kid action movie, and Christian had to admit that he enjoyed it as much as the boys. Now they stopped at a restaurant to eat afterward. Even Taylor enjoyed the movie. When they left the movies however paparazzi was in front and Taylor ushered them inside the truck. When the boys finished picking out what they wanted Riley spoke.
"Uncle Christian, why were their people with cameras taking pictures of us today?"
Caden nodded wanting to know as well. Christian sighed.
"Well, boys I do some very important work. And people want to know more about me."
Caden frowned.
"That's weird," Riley said.
"Yeah," Caden echoes. Taylor and Christian both chuckled.
"Oh, you have no idea."
When the waitress brought over the mozzarella sticks Caden began humming some random song and swinging his feet, while Riley was asking what Taylor's tattoos meant. Caden's eyes widened when he saw a familiar face.
"Teddy!"
Everyone's head turned in the direction of Caden as he slid from his chair and ran over to the booth at the end of the restaurant. Teddy saw Caden and gave a whoop of delight as Caden ran over. Christian saw Ana was seated with her son and another couple. Judging from their similar appearance he knew they had to be Ana's parents. He jogged over and picked up his nephew causing him to giggle.
"Hey, Teddy!" Christian said smiling easily at the boy.
"Hi, Mr. Christian! Hi Caden!" The boy said happily. Ana slid out of the booth and stood next to Christian who was still holding a wiggly Caden.
"Hey."
"Hi," Christian said back. The look he gave Ana was an enamored one and it told Carla all she needed to know. Ray however was grumbling. He cleared his throat causing Christian to snap out of his Ana haze.
"Oh, I am so sorry to intrude. Caden was eating mozzarella sticks and the next thing you know he saw Teddy," he said as he set Caden down. The boy climbed into the booth beside Teddy and the two began to play and giggle.
"Oh, it's fine. Are you here alone?"
Christian slid his hands into his jeans.
"Actually yeah. Well with my nephews and Taylor. I normally take them on Saturdays out, and we just finished watching some kid movie. It was actually good."
Ana raised a brow causing Christian to laugh.
"What? I admit that it had a lot of cheesy elements but it was still entertaining. Even Taylor approved."
Ana smiled.
"I am glad." When Ana turned her attention to her parents she blushed before clearing her throat.
"Christian, these are my parents. Carla and Ray Steele. Mom, Dad, this is Christian Grey."
"Pleasure to meet you both," Christian said before holding out his hand for Ray to shake. Ray stood and studied his face before holding out his hand. He returned his firm grip with one of his own. When he let go he leaned over to gently take Carla's hand. She beamed up at him.
"The pleasure is all ours, Mr. Grey."
"Please, call me Christian."
"Very well, Christian."
Suddenly Riley came to their booth greeting Teddy and sliding in with the other two boys.
"Christian, are you coming to Teddy's birthday party next weekend?" Carla asked. Christian nodded.
"I am. I cannot wait. I've even got a perfect gift planned," Christian said grinning at the boy. Teddy smiled at the thought of more gifts.
"You should bring Riley and Caden. That invitation extends to the rest of your family as well Christian," Ana said easily. Christian held up his hands in mock terror.
"Are you sure you want that Ana? The entire Grey family at your house."
Ana giggled.
"Your family is very funny. I wouldn't mind," she added softly. Christian searched her gaze before offering a soft smile in return.
"Alright. I'll let them know."
Suddenly a throat cleared behind Christian and he turned seeing it was Taylor. He looked apologetic as he held out the phone.
"It's about the recent merger with the New York company. Andrea forwarded my information. They need to speak with you," he said. Christian sighed.
"Okay. Just tell them to give me five minutes."
"I will," Taylor said before walking away. He turned back to the table.
"I do apologize but I have to take this call. It's a business deal I've been working on for the past several months. Riley, Caden. Say goodbye. We've got to go."
They both whined until Christian spoke again.
"If you agree to leave in three minutes We can stop and grab ice cream."
The two glanced at one another before saying bye to Teddy and running over to Taylor. Ray and Carla chuckled. Ana saw Teddy's pout and rolled her eyes.
"Oh, I'll get you some ice cream too Teddy," she grumbled. Teddy's smile instantly returned as he plopped into his seat.
Christian placed his hand at Ana's waist.
"Can I call you later?"
Ana nodded blushing when Christian leaned over and kissed her cheek.
"Good."
He turned to Ana's parents.
"It was a pleasure meeting you and I look forward to seeing you next weekend."
As soon as he left Teddy went back to coloring and Ana took her seat. When she glanced up she saw her mother grinning at her and her father scowling.
"I like this Christian Grey," Carla said before fanning herself.
Ray glared at Carla.
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