Ana POV
When Christian told me about Theo's mother and how he's happy Theo didn't have to endure his moms way it felt like he meant more. As if it was something personal.
Our food arrives and we dig in. I was most definitely hungry.
"So your birthday is tomorrow, right?"
"How did you know?" I ask.
"Looked at your file," he admits. "Any plans?"
"Kate is throwing a small get together at her apartment. Your brother is coming so you should come. Some friends from college are going to be there and my dad. If you come bring your sister."
"Hmm, I'll be there." He smiles and we continue to eat.
"Christian?"
"Yeah?"
"I'm glad Theo didn't have to endure his mom's ways." I smile at him.
The rest of the night goes by amazing. I don't remember having such a good time at a date.
Wait is this even a date?
Christian is such a funny guy. Easy going as well.
A different waitress comes by and places a small chocolate cake with candles.
"How did you even manage to do this?" I smile at him.
"When I went to use the "restroom"" he smiles "make a wish."
I want more happiness in my life..
After I blow out the candles I cut a piece for me and Christian.
"I love chocolate cake" he says.
"So do I"
After we're done and Christian pays we head back to his place. It's almost 11pm. How the heck did we spend over three hours at a restaurant!?
When we step into the elevator I can tell he's looking down at me.
Damn it he's freaking beautiful.
When we step in and head over to the living room where we find Theo and Phoebe fast asleep on the floor. Gail is sitting on the couch watching tv.
"Oh you're back," she smiles. "I tried to get them on the couch but they found the floor comfortable."
"No problem, let me get theo to bed and I'll help you with Phoebe" Christian says while picking Theo up.
A few minutes later Christian comes back and picks up Phoebe.
"Thank you, Gail, for watching my daughter I hope she behaved." I smiled.
"She was very good. Quite funny. She's extremely lovable. Theo and her make an interesting duo." She laughs.
"Come on let's get going" Christian say heading towards the elevator.
We arrive to my place quickly. I step out the car first and open the doors for Christian since he has Phoebe on him.
When I open the door to my place I quickly take my heels off.
"Come, you can put her in her bed." I say walking towards her room. I open the door and turn on her night light. Christian sets her down and looks around the room.
"I would have thought she would be a pink kind of girl not light blues and greens"
"Oh when we first moved in her room was all pink. We recently changed it. It was a gift from my mom to her." I say walking him to the door. "Thank you for tonight. I had a really good time."
"So did I" he says. "I'll see you tomorrow" he kisses my cheek and walks away.
I swear he has me swooning!
I head to my room and change into pj's then I go into the bathroom and wash my makeup off.
I lay down and grab the book I've been reading from the night stand. I usually read at night since the only time I'm alone and it's all quiet.
About half an hour later I hear my phone ping letting me know I have a text. I decided to use the blackberry as both my work and personal. It's much more better than my old crappy phone.
When I open the text I immediately know who it's from even if I don't have the number saved.
Happy Birthday! It's midnight so I wanted to be the first xx -C.
Thank you! You are definitely the first but don't let Phoebe know she's always the first lol
Oh! Don't let her know then if not she'll beat me up :x -C.
I throw my head back and laugh. Phoebe is something special.
Your secret is safe with me. See you tomorrow!
Can't wait xx -C.
I put my phone and and go back to ready. I'm so looking forward to tomorrow.
Christian POV
It's noon and I'm trying to get Theo ready but he keeps running all over the place. Ana text me in the morning letting me know I could come over around 1pm.
"Theo come here! If not you'll be staying home."
"Sorry.." He walks over to me and I put his shirt and shoes on. "Come on let's go."
"Oh wait!" He says getting a letter made out of construction paper "I made this last night after Phoebe told me it's her mommy' birthday today I was going to give it to her Monday but I'm glad we see her today."
"Alright let's go," I grab his hand and my car keys and head to my car. "You better behave."
"I will" he nods.
We head over to Kate's place and don't ask me how I know where she lives I just know. I actually haven't seen her since she interviewed me so this should be rather interesting.
I had told Taylor to take the day off. I'm sure I can manage alone today. Once we arrive to Kate's place we head straight to her apartment. Her door is slightly open and I hear music playing and people talking. I walk in knocking on the door at the same time grabbing Ana's attention.
"Hey!" she comes over "glad you made it! Hi Theo" She kneels down to his level.
"Hi Ana here this is for you" he gives her the letter he made. When she opens it she smiles then giggles.
"Well thank you very much, Theo." She hugs him. "Phoebe is in the living room, go!" and he runs off.
When she stands up she looks at me "where's your sister?"
"When I called her in the morning she was too busy driving through the California border. She went off on a road trip with her friends."
"That sounds fun!" She smiles.
"So what's in the card Theo gave you?"
She smiles and and reads whats inside "Happy Birthday Ana you are the prettiest mom I ever saw"
I laugh "What a charmer"
"I wonder where he gets it from.." she smirks "Want something to drink? Water? Juice? I'd offer wine or a beer but I'm sure you're driving."
"Water is fine"
"come with me" she walks into the kitchen and I follow. When she grabs a bottle of water she throws it at me and catches it. "Everyone is in the living room"
When we get there she turns to me and starts to introduce everyone
"Ok that's Jose and his girlfriend Natalie" She points to a hispanic guy and a blonde girl as they wave. "That over there" She point to a tall blonde guy "that's Kate's brother Ethan and the lady next to him is his Fiancee. Her name is Ashley." They wave as well. The two guys over there are the twins "Kevin and Kyle and the red head next to Kyle is his girlfriend Leah. Everyone, this is Christian Grey. Elliot's brother." They all say hi. "Now, where is my daughter I thought she was in the living room"
"Mommy I was getting more cookies for me and Theo" she runs to Ana "Hi Christian!" she squeals.
"hey little one" I high five her.
"I'm going to Aunt Kate's room okay mommy? We're going to draw!"
"Alright, behave." She tells Phoebe and my son and her run away.
"Where is Kate and Elliot?" I ask.
"Buying more snacks. They should be back any minute." She smiles.
"So wheres the birthday girl?" I hear someone say. Ana turns around and runs to the man.
"DADDY!"
Ana POV
I'm a huge daddy's girl so I'm always excited to see him. "I'm glad you came"
"Of course, anything for my little girl"
"dad I'm 22 today, not so little anymore"
"You'll always be my little girl" he smiles at me "here this is from your mom" he hands me a gifts. When I open it, its a locket with a picture of me and Phoebe the day after she was born. "And this is from me" He hands me a pearl necklace that belong to his mom.
"Oh, dad.." I tear up "you're giving this to me?"
"Of course, plus she would want you to have it." He smiles.
"Thank you!" I hug him. When I turn around Christian is standing there watching us. "Oh, dad.. This is Christian Grey. My boss who happens to have a son in Phoebes class."
"Nice to meet you Mr. Grey"
"Like wise"
"Where is Phoebe?" My dad asks.
"In Kate's room with Christian's son, Theo"
"I'll be back" my dad excuses himself.
"Daddy's girl?" Christian asks.
"Absolutely" I smile.
"Cute" he smile
For the next few hours all of us adults are having a great time talking and telling jokes. I noticed Elliot look at his brother in awe most of the time. As if he's never seen him have fun. Be carefree.
When they cut me a cake Phoebe runs in pushing everyone away. I pick her up and she sings the loudest then announces to everyone that they sang badly except her.
Phoebe..
I give her the first piece and the second to Theo. Christian and Elliot both fight over the next piece so I left them for last. The look on their faces was priceless. Dad stood the whole time and I couldn't be happier. I love having him around.
By 7pm everyone has left. Except for my dad, Christian and Theo.
"Thanks Kate, for today" I hug her.
"Anything for my best friend, I love you."
"I love you too"
"Girls are such girls" I hear Elliot say.
"That doesn't even make sense" Christian tells him.
"DAD!" Theo runs to him "I want more cake"
"No more, plus its time to go. Say bye to everyone"
"Yeah Phoebe us too, say bye. We have to get going."
Theo says his goodbye to everyone and so does Phoebe. Christian and I both walk out with out kids at the same time.
"Dad, can we go on your boat tomorrow?" Theo asks him.
"YOU HAVE A BOAT?" Phoebe yells.
"I sure do" Christian smiles at her.
"Oooooh is it big? Can I go too?"
"Phoebe you just can't invite yourself to place" I laugh.
"You sure can" He tells her and I stop. "What do you say Ana? You want to join us tomorrow? Phoebe would love it."
"Oh, I don't know.. I don't want to intrude.."
"It's fine no worries. It'll be nice to have others along."
"Alright we'll go" I bite back my smile.
"YAY!" Phoebe squeals.
"Great, I'll pick you both up at noon tomorrow." He winks at me and walks to his car.
I'd be lying if I said I wasn't excited.