"You can't be pregnant Ana. I will not be a father. You have to have an abortion. I don't want anything to do with it and you're my wife."
"Number one, I never promised to obey. Number two, I will not have an abortion Christian. I wouldn't be able to forgive myself or especially you so no. I will leave and leave you completely out of it. I will take my CPO. I will pay him myself and I will get a divorce and you can act like you don't know us but just know, if we leave now, NEVER look for us. YOU WILL NEVER GET ANOTHER CHANCE WITH US!! I will put this baby before anyone and we are and will be a package deal the rest of our lives. So what's it gonna be Christian? Me and baby or neither? Forever!"
"Neither. Get your shit and get the fuck out of my house."
"Fine. I will grab what I can and have my Dad get the rest tomorrow. I'm taking the R8. That's the only thing besides this baby that I want from you."
I turn around and walk to the bedroom and grab a couple bags and start packing as much as I can. "LUKE!?"
"Ana?"
"I need help. Take these bags please. I'm gonna get one more and we are leaving forever unless you want to stay here with Christian."
"I'm with you Ana. Which car?"
"R8"
"I'll be back up to help you with the other bag."
"Thanks."
I pack my last bag and decide to throw our wedding picture in. Even if he doesn't want to know our baby, the baby can at least know who he is.
Luke comes back and grabs my last bag and I walk out into the great room where Christian is sitting on the couch with an impassive expression. Well, fuck him! "Goodbye, Christian! You will hear from my lawyer."
"I look forward to it."
Asshole. I get into the elevator with Luke and I take one last look around. "This is it. We're on our own now Luke. I hope you don't mind. I'm pregnant by the way. Christian didn't like it so he kicked me out. Fucking prick! I love him but he's being a complete cowardly prick right now. There's no back peddling from this."
"I understand Ana and it would be my honor to stick with you."
I give him a hug. "Thank you Luke. Let's get out of here. I guess we're going to the Fairmont tonight and we can figure out where to go from there in the morning."
"Sounds like a plan. I have no prior commitments so I will follow you anywhere. I take my commitment to protecting you very seriously."
"You're the best Luke!"
We go to the Fairmont and I get us a double bed room. No need to pay for a suite or two big rooms. I don't really want to be alone anyways.
"Sorry Luke, you're sharing my room. Your own bed though obviously. I just don't want to be alone."
"That is fine."
We get to our room and I make a plan for morning.
See my lawyer.
Pick a place to go since I'm not going back to work for Christian.
I'm thinking Paris. I want to live in a beautiful city and Paris is far enough away, it will be perfect. Call my father and have him get the rest of my things from Christian's place.
Sounds like a plan. Now sleep. "Goodnight Luke."
"Goodnight Ana"
The next day I get up early and call to set up an appointment for a quick and easy divorce from a certain multibillionaire. I don't want anything from him other than my child and my r8. If I move to another country I'll have to have it shipped over but that works. I don't want Christian to find me if he conveniently changes his mind so maybe my Dad can help me get out of the country undetected. These military guys are crafty.
I call my father to pick up my stuff. He knows not to pry as I will eventually tell him on my own. I also have him arrange transport for Luke and I to Paris. He is more than happy to oblige.
I go to the lawyer and get all the necessary paperwork done and ready to send to Christian. A simple divorce with assets we came into the marriage as well as my r8 and paperwork for him to lose all rights to the baby.
My lawyer says it will be delivered this afternoon and if he signs immediately, it can be final next week but I don't want to wait around so I tell the lawyer I'll get him a forwarding address as soon as I'm settled. I'm glad I have my inheritance from Grandma Steele and the money that has been building interest since I've been with Christian since he would never allow me to spend my own money.
Ray has us leaving on a military carrier in 3 days. The carrier can also bring my car, which I'm really excited about. I'd miss my R8. Until yesterday, I'd only driven it once.
2 days later I have my finalized divorce papers as well as paperwork relinquishing his parental rights. He also sent a check for $20 million dollars which I debated on keeping but there's no way I'm gonna let him think it is okay to pay me off or think it was about the money so I decide to tear it up.
Sawyer's POV
It's been 3 days since Ana and I left Greys. She doesn't treat me like an employee. She treats me like a friend. Her divorce from Grey was finalized today and now she is free. I still can't believe this was triggered by an innocent baby but I stand by Ana's decision. Grey is in the wrong. It is his loss.
My phone rings and I see it's Taylor.
"Sawyer"
"Luke it's Jason. Is Ana doing okay?"
"Depends who is asking?"
"Just me and Gail. Mr. Grey doesn't appear to give a shit. If he wasn't paying for Sophie's schooling we wouldn't still be here."
"She's doing surprisingly well. She is just focusing on the baby I believe."
"baby? She's pregnant? Is that what this shit is about?"
"It would appear so. Their divorce is finalized as of today and he signed over all rights to the baby And wrote her a check for 20 million but she ripped it up. We are leaving Seattle tomorrow but I can't say where. Ana would have to tell you."
"Good, she doesn't need to be around the boss if he's gonna be like that. Getting away will be good for her."
"I agree. I work for her now but if you want to keep in touch it's fine as long as Grey never finds out we're talking."
"Deal. Tell Ana to call me or Gail if she needs anything. We consider her family."
"I'll let her know. Talk to you later T."
"Later."
I hang up and get ready for bed. Ana's already sleeping. We leave tomorrow before daylight.
Ana's POV
6 Weeks later
Luke and I have been in Paris for 6 weeks and no word from Christian thankfully. I got a job as an editor at Blaze Publishing. They were impressed with my work at Grey Publishing. I'm also writing my own book under the alias, Rose Lambert. I'm writing about my whirlwind romance with a mysterious billionaire. I prefer the anonymity. I never was a fan of the fame that came with being with Christian Grey. I'd rather remain anonymous.
I'm now 12 weeks pregnant. Luke has been a God send. He has been supportive every step of the way. The neighbors all think we're married and I'm too exhausted to correct anyone so we just go with it. Luke does everything from rub my feet and back to handling my midnight cravings. He's definitely my best friend now. Not to mention that he is so hot. I don't mind people thinking he is my husband. We purchased cheap bands so we can wear them so people see them and don't doubt our 'story'"
Luke is the best fake husband ever. Today we're just out exploring the city. We hold hands while we walk.
6 months later
"Push Ana!!"
"What the fuck do you think I'm doing Luke?!"
I squeeze his hand hard and push. "I'm gonna murder him Luke! He's fucking dead. He did this to me!"
"Just push the baby out and it will all be worth it. Breathe."
I push again and suddenly the most glorious cry ever fills the room and I can finally relax. Luke cuts the cord as they lay my daughter on my chest. I'm crying happy tears as I look at this precious baby that makes every moment of the last 8 months worth it. "Kirsten Grace Steele you are very loved baby girl!"
"Want to hold her Luke?"
"Yessss!" he takes the baby and holds her against his chest. "You are very beautiful like your Mommy. You have the best Mommy in the world and she is brave and strong and went through a lot just to have you. You are very lucky to be loved by such an amazing woman."
"Aww, Luke that was sweet."
"And true, Ana." He kisses my cheek. I smile. In this moment I think I may be falling for Luke Sawyer but it may be leftover hormones or the heightened emotions at the moment. If I'm really falling for him I'll know for sure soon.
Christian's POV
She's been gone almost 8 months. She must have had that baby by now. Maybe she will come to her senses and give it away and come back to me. Oh, I'm being ridiculous. I have a sub. That's all I really need. Elena was right. Love is overrated and for fools. I was a fool to believe love will keep me satisfied.
"Clarissa, be in the playroom in 10 minutes." I know how to take my mind off her.
Taylor's POV
The boss has gone back to his old ways. At least he hasn't started talking to the old bitch troll again. I'll give him that. He's just an asshole dominant again.
Luke called and Ana had her baby yesterday. I'm happy for her. Her and Luke have gotten really close. Ana has agreed to let me and Gail visit this summer. We are going to take our vacation in Paris which is where I recently learned they're living.
We can't wait to meet baby Kirsten and see Ana and Luke again.
Ana's POV
1 year later
I have fallen in love with Luke Sawyer for real. I'm no longer pretending. I don't know if he feels the same way but he has been amazing to me and Kirsten. I'm not sure how to tell him.
Taylor and Gail are coming today for Kirsten's first birthday. They are the only people from Seattle besides Luke's family and mine we still talk to, although my parents don't live in Seattle.
We also invited our neighbors and my friends from work. My first book finally published 6 months ago. It's called 'forbidden love'. It details everything about my relationship with Christian although because of my different publishing name no one knows who it is about. It's actually a best seller Nationally.
Taylor and Gail are the first to arrive. Apparently they took another vacation this is the second time they have been here. I'm surprised Christian let's them take vacations but I guess it gives him more alone time to beat his subs. I hug them. "Jason and Gail. I'm so glad you made it. Please come in."
"Thanks for the invite Ana. Luke." They shake hands. They see Kirsten and go to pick her up. "Ana, I feel like I'm looking at Christian."
"I know. She looks like she fell out of his ass. I'm glad we have Luke here though. He's been perfect as a pretend husband and father figure to Kirsten. Oh yeah, everyone here thinks we're married so we just went with it in case you hear it today, now you know." But I want it to be real.
They nod. I go let the rest of the guests in and then my Daddy arrives.
"DADDY!!! I didn't know you were coming!"
"I thought I'd surprise you. Where's my angel?" and he walks right past me to snatch Kirsten from Gail.
After everyone arrives we let baby girl open presents and we give her a smash cake and she succeeds at making a very big mess. That's the point though. Luke and I give her a bath together. I purposely rub Luke's arm and massage his shoulders seductively while he finishes rinsing off Kirsten. I lean down and give him a soft kiss on the lips. "Thank you Luke." I say and wrap Kirsten in a towel and take her into the other room and get her dressed and rejoin the party. I wonder if Luke ever came out of the bathroom. I don't know what his reaction was but I don't see him anywhere. I hope I didn't scare him off.
I try to ignore my thoughts and focus on making Kirsten's day as special as possible until she's so exhausted I have to give her a bottle and take her to bed.
I come back downstairs and find Gail, Taylor, Daddy, and Luke sitting around the living room drinking beers. "Umm… where's mine?"
"I got it babe." Says Luke. That sounded perfect coming from his mouth.
I sit down next to Gail. Luke comes and brings me a beer and winks at me. I smile. Gail whispers in my ear, "Can we talk privately?"
"Sure, we can go to my room."
We go in my room and close the door behind us.
"What's up Gail?"
"Do you have real feelings for Luke?"
I look at her not sure how to answer and blush.
"It's okay, seriously. He's had at least 6 subs since you left. It's okay to move on. You don't need permission and we highly approve of Luke as he's been so great to you and with Kirsten."
"I do. I do have feelings for Luke. I just don't know how he feels and frankly, I'm afraid to lay myself bare again and Express my feelings."
"Oh sweetie. He is in love with you and you're in love with him. Be with him and be happy. You deserve it. You earned it." I smile and give her a hug.
"Thank you Gail."
"Don't thank me. Go get your man. We're going back to our hotel for tonight. The only people standing in your way is you two and at the moment your Dad. Jason is going to invite him over to watch some game though so you will have a little time." She winks. "Good luck!"
"Thank you" I say and kiss her cheek and we go back to the living room and I sit down next to Luke and grab his hand and smile at him.
"Well, Gail and I are going back to our hotel and we were wondering if you'd like to come watch a game on TV with us Ray"
"Sure. Let's leave these kids alone." He gives me a hug and kiss on the cheek. "I'll come spend time tomorrow before I go home. I love you kiddo."
"love you too Daddy!"
After everyone leaves Luke looks at me and takes my hand. "I think we should talk."
"I agree."
He sits me down and takes both my hands in his and looks lovingly into my eyes and I can feel it. This is the moment. "I've fallen in love with you Ana and that kiss earlier tells me you might feel the same. Am I wrong?"
"No. Luke, I have fallen in love with you too. I've known a while. I just wanted to be sure because last time…."
"Shh… I know." He cups my face in his hands and kisses me softly and I kiss him back. He pulls back for a moment and puts his forehead against mine. "That was…"
"Amazing. " I finish his sentence.
I throw my arms around his neck and climb into his lap and kiss him deeply. He reciprocates eagerly.
We make out like teenagers for what seems like forever and he's the first to pull back. "Can I take you to bed, Ana?"
I nod. "Yes Luke, please take me to bed."
He picks me up and Carries me bridal style to my bed kissing me passionately the whole way there. He puts me down on my feet by the bed and I look into his eyes and grab the hem of his shirt and pull it over his head. Good God, he is fucking hot. I trace his chest with my fingers.
He unzips my dress and pushes it off my shoulders and it pools at my feet and I step out of it. I kiss him again while fumbling with his pants button and zipper and push his pants down while he unhooked my bra. He steps out of his pants and my bra drops to the floor. He picks me up with my legs around his waist and lays me down in the middle of the bed. We continue to examine each other and explore each other's bodies with our hands and mouths. He trails kisses from my jaw down my neck, to my breasts and nips and sucks at my nipple and teases the other between his tongue and forefinger. I moan loudly. No one has touched me like this in almost 2 years and this man's touch is even more amazing. He switches breasts and does the same to the other and I almost cum without him going any further down but then his hand travels down into my panties and he gently runs his fingers along my slit and finds my clit and rubs it gently. I'm moaning and writhing in pleasure as he thrusts a finger inside me and I instantly cum, screaming his name, "Fuck Luke!" He gently pulls my panties down and pulls his own boxers off and crawls between my legs trailing kisses up my legs along the way and I'm still arching my back and moaning. He makes his way to my core and licks and sucks on my clit and thrusts a finger inside me again and again until I cum undone again. He trails kisses back up my stomach and chest and neck until he reaches my mouth again and kisses me deeply while I rub his chest and back sensually.
"Are you sure you want to do this Ana?"
"Yes, please Luke. Make love to me."
He positions himself at my entrance and slowly enters me as he kisses me hungrily. He stills when he fills me completely and looks me in the eyes, "You okay?"
"God, yes Luke. Move please" I say and I buck my hips up towards his.
"So tight and wet Ana" he says as he thrusts into me over and over slowly as I meet him thrust for thrust.
"Harder and faster Luke, please, " I beg and he thrusts harder and faster into me. I moan into his mouth and he does too. I feel myself getting closer.
"Cum for me, Ana," he says in his seductive voice and I cum around him hard and take him over the edge with me. He continues to stroke until he is done coming and collapses on top of me. "oh Ana. It was better than I'd ever imagined."
"You imagined this too?" I ask.
"Yes. You did?"
"God yes. And you exceeded all expectations on every level Luke."
After we catch our breath he pulls out and rolls over beside me and pulls me to his chest.
"I love you Ana."
"I love you Luke."
"We should get married for real."
"Wait, what? Seriously?"
"Yes. Why wait? We've been together technically since we left Seattle. We may have just now literally sealed the deal but it's been there ever since we got here and started 'pretending'. I wished it was real the whole time."
"Let's do it. Jason and Gail can witness and then there's Daddy to give me away."
"Mmm.. perfect.. just like you.. round 2?"
"Definitely baby."
We make love until around 4 am when we decide to finally get some sleep before Kirsten gets up. I sleep on his chest. Something I couldn't do with Christian. This just feels so much more than I ever had with him. Who would've thought I'd fall in love with the personal security my first husband hired for me?
I get up in the morning and roll over to find my groom staring at me. "Hey baby."
"Hey beautiful. Ready to get married?"
"I am. I should get dressed and get Kirsten and get breakfast done and we can go get a marriage license and I will contact Dad and Jason and Gail. I have a white dress I've never worn that I can wear. Do you have something?"
"I do. I will go get the marriage license and rings myself and contact the others. I need to ask your dad's permission anyway. You just worry about yourself and Kirsten and get a minister and we can get married right here."
"Sounds perfect baby. Now we need to shower and get started with this. I'm too excited to wait."
"I like the sound of that Mrs. Sawyer."
"Mmm.. I like the sound of that name Mr. Sawyer."
We shower together and have a quick round of shower sex and get dressed. I go get Kirsten and get her ready for breakfast and cook some pancakes and bacon. Our favorites. Luke makes phone calls and then we eat breakfast together and Luke gives me a kiss and leaves to get the marriage license and rings. He must have gotten permission. I knew my Dad really liked him. He suggested that I should date him after Kirsten was born. I'm cleaning up the kitchen when the doorbell rings and there stands Jason, Gail and Daddy. I give them all hugs and they congratulate me and tell me how happy they are. Gail helps me get myself and Kirsten ready. After we're all dressed in white, Daddy comes up and tells us everything is ready. Gail gives me a kiss on the cheek and walks back downstairs.
"Daddy, am I doing the right thing? I'm really in love with him. I love him so much."
"It's quick but if you two weren't so stubborn about your feelings you would've realized you were basically dating since you got here."
I laugh. "That's exactly what Luke said. Thank you Daddy. I'm so happy you're here. Giving me to the right man this time."
"He better be or I will not hesitate to kick his ass. You wouldn't let me give Grey the beatdown but I'd still do it in a heartbeat."
"oh Daddy." I give him a kiss on the cheek and take his arm. "I guess we should join the party."
Daddy walks me down the staircase to where everyone is standing in the family room. Gail is holding Kirsten. I walk to my groom and my Dad gives him my hand and in no uncertain terms told Luke if he hurts me, they won't find his body. Luke promised he wouldn't.
Luke and I stand holding hands and we give ourselves to one another. We read our vows. They could've been better but we spoke from our hearts so it was beautiful. When the minister said you may kiss the bride, he cupped my face in his hands and kissed me and put one arm around my waist and dipped me while kissing me. When we come up for air. Everyone is clapping, even baby girl. I take Kirsten from Gail and Luke holds us both and Kirsten says 'ma ma da da'
"Did she just call me da da?" Luke asks elated.
"Yes." I say with a smile and then start crying. Luke holds me and runs his fingers through my hair.
"Shh.. I love you both so much Mrs. Sawyer."
"I'm just so happy. I love you both so much too Mr. Sawyer."
I give Kirsten to Sawyer and go around hugging everyone and kissing their cheeks.
Gail says, "I'm cooking now so enjoy yourself Ana."
"Thank you Gail." I say as I give her another hug.
We spend the rest of the day talking, laughing, crying. Besides the birth of my daughter, this is the best day of my life.
Everyone takes turns giving us a toast. There were many tears shed and laughter shared.
At the end of the day everyone left us alone and Gail and Jason took Kirsten with them for the night so we could have a night alone. It's the first time I have been away from her for a night so obviously I was nervous but I know she is in good hands.
Over the course of the night, we make love and just fuck on every surface of the house we can until the sun comes up. We have a lot of cleaning to do before everyone comes back. We clean and then go to bed and make love again before falling asleep in each other's arms.
6 months later
It's been 6 months since I married the love of my life. I thought the love of my life was Christian but I was so wrong. It's Luke. It's always been Luke.
Kirsten is now 18 months old. She walks rather well and even runs occasionally. She says a lot of words now and she speaks more clearly than most 2 year olds.
My job is going well. Luke has been working security at Blaze so we are easily able to spend lunch breaks together. I'm about to publish my second book about coming back from the pain of my first relationship and finding my real prince charming.
Gail and Jason are getting married next week so we're going since they were here for our wedding.
Today we are leaving to Seattle. The one place I said I'd never go again. We are staying at Gail and Jason's apartment. It's next to Christian's but he shouldn't know we're there unless we accidentally run into him. Gail and Jason tells me he goes through subs like ice cream flavors at dipping dots. Sounds about typical.
We are taking Mr. Blaze's jet so we don't have to deal with commercial. Mr. Blaze has always been so amazing to me since I came into town.
When we arrive at Sea Tac we are greeted by Taylor in what I'm guessing is one of Christian's Audis. He drives us to his apartment. He says Christian is home with a sub and shouldn't leave his penthouse anytime soon. Here's hoping he is right. I'm not prepared to face him. I'm holding Kirsten on my hip and Sawyer has one hand on the small of my back as we walk to the elevator and low and behold, the elevator door opens and there stands my ex-husband. "excuse us." I say as we walk past him like we don't know him. I didn't know what I'd feel like when I saw him again but all I feel is anger and rage. We make it up to Gail and Taylor's apartment and I'm about to hyperventilate from the rage that is coursing through my veins. Luke sits and pulled me on his lap and breathes with me. Taylor comes in and apologizes profusely. "it's okay Taylor. It's not your fault. If not today, I would've seen him at your wedding, unless he's not coming, which would just be rude."
"He is coming. He says he is anyways. If he tries to cause problems though, he will be leaving as quick as he got there." Taylor says.
"Where can I take a nap?"
"The guest room is right over there."
"Thanks. Luke, will you lay with me until I fall asleep baby?"
"Sure," he says and comes and lays down with me holding me tight to his chest. "Why did you panic, Ana? Do you still feel something for him?"
"Just anger and rage. I didn't realize I was so angry until the moment I laid eyes on him and I wanted to tear him apart so I walked away and panicked. It all hit me like a ton of bricks."
"Sorry, I just thought you might've panicked because you still had feelings for him."
"No baby. Like I said, I ONLY feel anger and rage for him and possibly a little pity although he doesn't really deserve it."
"Sorry baby. I love you Ana."
"And I love you Luke, always."
I drift off to sleep wrapped in his muscular arms.
Christian's POV
What just happened? Was that my ex-wife and why is she at Escala? I see she still has Luke working for her. Wait. She had wedding rings on and they aren't mine. She got married?
The way she said 'excuse us' as she walked past was so cold. If I didn't know any better I would say she might hate me. And apparently that's her daughter she was carrying. My daughter? She looked like me. She had to be. Not your daughter idiot. You gave up that right.
Who is Ana married to and why is she here? I've got to ask Taylor.
I dial his number.
"Taylor"
"it's Grey. I need you to find out about Ana and why she is at Escala."
"Sir, we invited her to Escala. They are here for our wedding."
"Oh. Well who is she married to?"
"It's not my place to tell you that sir. Just know that she is happy and it's best to leave it alone."
"I will leave it alone when I find out Taylor. I want a new background report on my desk ASAP. I'm headed back to Escala now."
"Sir. All due respect, Ana is like a daughter to us and a friend and we will not betray her trust in us."
"I will find out myself then."
I hang up. What the fuck is my staff doing being friends with my ex-wife 2 years after our divorce?
I have to get back to my penthouse because Gia is there waiting in the playroom. I just needed to take a drive before I hurt her too bad.
I dial Welch's number. Surely he's not friends with Ana too.
"Welch"
"Its Grey. I need an updated background check on Anastasia Steele ASAP. Email it to me."
I get back to the penthouse and go straight to the playroom and release Gia and send her home.
I go to my office and wait for the email from Welch.
I get an email so I check and there it is.
Daughter: Kirsten Grace Steele
Husband: Luke Sawyer
"What the fuck?!" I hired him to protect her and he married her 6 months ago apparently. No wonder he gave me the stink eye when he walked past me. I'm willing to bet that's where Taylor and Gail went when they went on that vacation 6 months ago. I feel like I employed a bunch of traitors. But she isn't mine. Luke was there for her 2 years before they got married. So basically I shoved her into his arms.
Damn it Grey, you idiot.
Guess I better hold my tongue and be civil for Taylor and Gail. I've got to go work out before I break shit.