A/N:
I was reading through all of my sweet reviews and wanted to share how I was feeling about a few repeated things. First of all, if you leave a review as a guest I cannot respond to you - which makes me so sad! Some of you have left the sweetest messages with some questions. I can't reply because I have no idea who you are! So please sign in so I can reply to you! Next, I am not sure if I plan to write BDSM into this story. I had planned on my Christian to be a huge playboy who has slept with a good bit of women. I just don't know if I would be able to write about BDSM. I did plan on including Elena in the story and her sleeping with him at 15. Also, I plan on bringing his ex flings into the picture. Everything, except the BDSM. Just thought I would share and get y'all's thoughts on that. I adore each and every one of you. Thank you again for the amazing reviews! I hopefully plan to respond to them as soon as I can. Now on to the story!
CPOV:
I am in the kitchen pouring us some wine while Ana puts Will to bed. I am thinking over the day and a smile comes to my face. It seems these two always put a smile on my face - even when they are not around. I walk to the living room to wait for Ana and see a toy truck sitting on the coffee table. It reminds me about Will's innocent response earlier today. I am trying extremely hard to work on my jealousy issues, but being compared to that dick struck a cord. I do not want to be second best at anything. I never thought of myself as a truck guy, but I am starting to lean towards the idea now. Maybe in the future I could take Will and he could help me pick one out. I mean Ana lives kind of in the country. Her property has land. Trucks are extremely common in the area. So if I were to buy us a bigger house out here - I would obviously need a truck too, right?
"Thanks for getting us some wine. Will didn't wake up as I changed him or put him in bed. I should be thanking you for wearing him out at the arcade and playtime after dinner." Ana tells me as she sits on the couch next to me. I smile at her - see I am good for you baby.
"No problem. I have some things I want to talk to you about." She looks worried so I grab her hand and pull her onto my lap. I kiss her cheek and feel her relax. "We need to talk about what being with me entails." She nods her head yes while looking into my eyes. That lets me know I have her full attention.
"I am a very rich man Ana. I am also a very important business man. Everyone in Seattle knows who I am, except you of course." I chuckle and give her another kiss. She smiles a shy smile that I choose to believe is only reserved for me. "I have a whole team of security with me when I go out. They are usually close to me, but today I just wanted to be normal with you and Will. There was a team of 4 there today protecting us. No one was going to hurt us. That's my life though. I can't promise you to never be stared at or put in a gossip magazine. I can't promise you paparazzi will stay away. The one thing I can promise you is that I will do everything in my power to keep you and Will safe. I know it's been a short amount of time, really short, but I care so much about the two of you." I give her another kiss to calm myself. She moans and that gives me entrance to her mouth. Kissing Ana is like a Fourth of July special. Every part of my body is tingling and everything else fades into the dark. She pulls away and rests her forehead against mine.
"I am sorry for rushing us to leave. It just.. I – It just scared me Christian. Will is my number one priority. I just kept thinking what if something happens to him. I didn't realize why they were staring. I guess maybe I should Google you, Mr. Bachelor." She giggles. "I understand now this is what you deal with every day. I don't know how you do it." She looks worried. Is she worried about me and my safety? I'll be okay baby, as long as you never leave me. I am pulled from that thought by her trying to hide a yawn.
"Tired baby?" She nods her head and puts it on my shoulder.
"What are your plans tomorrow?" I ask her.
"Probably up at the crack of dawn due to Mr. Rise and Shine." She giggles. "Then maybe take Will swimming."
"Where are you taking him swimming?" They could come to Escala. Of course it is an inside pool so it may not be that much fun. She laughs then smiles at me.
"I have a pool in the back yard. Will loves to swim. He is like a little fish in the water." I had no idea she had a pool. She looks embarrassed. "Would you like a tour? I probably should have offered on the first time you came over. I am so sorry!" I laugh.
"Yes, give me a tour woman." I smirk. She shows me the back yard first. There is an amazing patio set that includes a huge bed swing, a killer grill that makes me want to cook a steak on it, a huge back yard that Will can run wild in or play baseball, and the pool. Geez this place is amazing.. I wonder if she entertains a lot. That is a lot of comfy outdoor furniture she has. Then she leads me inside to show me the mud room as she calls it, the kitchen, dining room, her library/office, the guest room, Will's room, then she leads me to another door.
"This is my room." She opens the door to reveal a huge master bedroom. It looks exactly like Ana. Creams, grays, and light browns are the main colors. Baby pink can be seen through out as well. It has a slight rustic feel.
"I refinished all the furniture through out the house with my dad." She tells me as I touch her dresser. She did tell me she likes to make old things new again at dinner the first night. I just had no idea she was talking about furniture. She has a large walk in closet as well as a huge master bath. I would love to take a bath with her.
"I love your room Ana. It is very you." I tell her. As if on cue she blushes. I smirk inwardly. If she blushes at the smallest complement, I wonder what she would look like during sex. Snap out of it Grey or you are going to get a hard on. That would not be easy to explain to her. I notice the pictures in her room. Mostly her and Will. Then there are a few of her and another man.
"Who is this?"
"That is my dad, Ray." I can tell by the look in her eyes she absolutely adores that man. I wonder when I can meet him. I have never met anyone's dad before. Hmm, will he even like me? I see her movement out of the corner of my eye and she brings her hand over her mouth to cover another yawn. I must have worn Ms. Steele out as well.
"Okay baby, I see you're tired. Walk me out?" I ask as I hold my hand out for her to take. She does and there is that beautiful electricity again. God what this woman does to me. She walks me to the front door. I grab her and pull her into my arms. I bury my nose in her hair. She even smells fucking amazing.
"Can I propose something for tomorrow?"
"Of course."
"Let's have a cookout here. We can invite Elliot and Kate. I am kind of dying to cook on that grill out there." I smirk.
"Are you using me for my grill Mr. Grey?"
"Maybe.. It might be too weird if I tell you how badly I want to see you again so I will say its for the grill." I give her a wink. She laughs and it is like sweet music to my ears every time she does that. I love that about Ana. She may have a son, but she is so young and playful.
"Whatever you say Christian. Will you call Elliot and spread the word? I will make the sides and dessert if you bring the meat." She says and instantly blushes.
"Ms. Steele, are you using me for my meat?" I pull away in mock horror. Her blush becomes redder and I decide to take it one step further. "If all you wanted was my meat, you only need to say so." I whisper seductively in her ear. She gasps then smiles.
"Go home you pervert. You know what I meant. Maybe I should tell you that will and I have plans tomorrow so we can't hang out." She says being playful at first then she finishes that sentence seriously with her arms across her chest.
"I will behave. I'll see you tomorrow. How about I get here at 11 and tell them around 11:30. That way I have time to at least get the food on the grill before they arrive." She nods and I kiss her once more as if my life depended on it. Fireworks, again.
"See you tomorrow baby." I say as I pull away and hug her once more.
"Christian?" Ana asks as I am walking to my car. I turn around to see what she needs.
"Yes baby?"
"Don't forget to bring your meat tomorrow." She says with humor in her voice. I laugh a full blown laugh. She waves and walks inside as I finish my walk to the car. Ana is a breath of fresh air. She is not like the other girls I have been with. Well obviously because she is the only girl I have ever dated. Every other girl knew their place in my life. Sex a few times then they were gone. I never thought I would go on a date or want to see the same girl more than twice. We haven't even had sex yet and I am already hooked on her. She even has a child who I completely adore already. I wonder what will happen when she finds out about who I really am.
APOV:
Will and I have been in the kitchen all morning cooking for our guest today. Kate told me her and Elliot would be arriving around 11:45. She said she would be bringing fun "drinks" and beer. Kate loves her drinks. I can't say anything. We used to party a lot in high school and college.
"Mama, wats dis?" Will asks pointing to the homemade frosting I made for the cupcakes.
"That is frosting. Want to try some?" He nods his little head yes. I give him a little bit on a spoon and his eyes light up like Christmas time.
"Mmmmm." Will hums his appreciation and it makes me giggle. I hear a knock at the door and pick Will up to go answer it. Of course it is our favorite guest, Christian.
"Cwistian!" Will shouts and Christian grabs him from me as usual. I see he has a large brown bag with him. We walk into the kitchen and I see it is only 10:30. I wonder why he is here so early.
"I was pretty excited about today and had nothing to do so I decided to head on over. Is that okay?" Christian explains. Did I question why he is here out loud? How did he know what I was thinking?
"It smells so good in here. What has Mama made for us today?" Christian asks Will.
"Cuptakes." Both of their faces light up at the thought.
"You made us cupcakes?" I laugh.
"I made everyone cupcakes. Not just the two of you. I made vanilla and chocolate. Do you like either of those?"
"Chocolate cake is my favorite baby. Good call." He says and I store that bit of information away for later. "What else did you make? It really does smell amazing." He complements.
"I made a buffalo chicken dip and a cheesy bacon dip. For sides I am making mashed potatoes, mac-and-cheese, bacon wrapped green beans, a salad. For dessert I made cupcakes, banana pudding, and I have some peach cobbler left over from this week that is still good. I also put some snacks together for by the pool."
"Everything sounds amazing Ana." He gives me a full kiss on the lips. When I pull away I see Will roll his eyes.
"Excuse me mister, I better not see you roll your eyes again. That is very rude." I give him the mom look and his eyes widen.
"I sowwy mama." He says sickly sweet. Little booger is not sorry about what he did he just doesn't want to get the mom look or what comes after.
"Cwistian, you gots swimmy shorts wike me?" Will points to his shorts.
"I do, it seems we match again!" Christian gives Will a hive five. "All the cool guys where navy trunks, huh little man?" Will nods his head.
"Want to come with me to start the grill?" Christian asks Will. "Its what men do." Christian tells him.
"Yes! Mama, me goes wit Cwistian to start the gwill cause its what men do." Will repeats Christian. I giggle and tell him okay. I give Christian a look that says he better watch him and he nods his head. Weird thing is, I trust Christian with Will's life. Especially after the talk we had last night.
After a wonderful lunch and a little bit of swimming, we all decide to take a break for some dessert. Everyone has some banana pudding and at least one cupcake.
"Geez Ana. I am going to have to hit the gym hard tomorrow after this amazing meal today. Your baking is incredible. Where did you learn to cook like that?" Elliot asks.
"I just taught myself. I love to bake. It helps me relax." I say with a smile.
"She should open her own bakery. I have been telling her that for years. Leave criminals, forensics, and teaching behind and sell cupcakes. I can guarantee you would make a million in the first year." Kate tells me. She is always my biggest supporter of baking. I just think she wants free cupcakes at any time.
"Baby, these are amazing. I could eat these chocolate ones for the rest of my life." Christian says as he helps Will with his, who is sitting in his lap. He looks up at me and points to Will. He has icing all over his face and chest. My sweet child is such a messy eater.
"Here baby boy, let me clean your face." He leans his face up and I wipe everything off. He smiles his appreciation.
"Who wants another.." Elliot is cut off by the loud noise of tires pulling into my driveway. That is followed by a car door slamming. We then hear the front door slam shut. In between all of this Christian has picked up Will and pulled me to him. He then angles me so I am still in his arms, but slightly behind him in case he needs to jump in front of me. I can tell Will is gripping onto Christian tightly. I then realize I am as well. I have no idea who this could be and I am trying to think why I would have left the front door unlocked. We are finally met with the person causing all the ruckus.
"WHAT THE HELL IS THIS, ANA?" Ethan all but screams as he makes his way out the back door. I feel Christian tense and I bet he is seeing red. Ethan is making direct eye contact at me and he looks murderous. I can tell how tense his body is from over here. He is holding a manila envelope in his hands. He starts looking between Will in Christians arms, Christian, and me. I see his free hand clench to a fist.
"Daddy!" Will screams in joy not realizing Ethan is upset. He wiggles free from Christian and runs to Ethan. Ethan scoops him up and hugs him tightly. I see his body relax tremendously. Our little boy can calm us in the worst of times.
"Hey baby boy. I just stopped by to see your mama really quickly." Will nods his head and Ethan covers his face in kisses which makes Will giggle. "Have you been having fun with mama, Kate, and Elliot?" Ethan purposefully leaves Christian's name out.
"Yes! We had cuptakes daddy!"
"Did mama make my favorite vanilla with chocolate icing?" I feel Christian look at me. He is going to think I am holding something for Ethan. He doesn't realize Ethan is trying to rile him up.
"Yes daddy!"
"I'll have to grab them on the way out. Can you stay outside with Kate while I talk to mama inside?" Ethan asks Will sweetly. Will nods his head and runs to Kate.
"Ana?" Ethan asks.
"No, you are not going in there with him alone. He was erratic when he pulled in and decided to come out here yelling in front of Will." Christian turns me to look at him. He looks so vulnerable and scared. I put my hand on his cheek and he leans in.
"He is not going to hurt me. I promise. I will be right back, okay?" then I lean in so only he can hear. "Can you watch Will for me? I trust you with him. Those two over there have been drinking." I know this will give him a little bit of trust he needs right now. He nods his head and kisses me.
"Yeah, I would never lay a hand on Ana. I would never do that to the mother of my child and the woman I love." Ethan says while looking directly at Christian. I need to get Ethan out of here before WWIII happens. I give Christian a reassuring squeeze on his arms and start to follow Ethan inside. I cannot imagine what is in that folder or why he pulled up in my drive way like need for speed. I guess I am about to find out.
What does Ethan have? I guess we will find out next chapter. ;) As always I love each and every one of you. Also, I do not own FSOG.
xoEW