Guys, I'm sooooo sorry.. I really am. I had to send my laptop to get fixed and it took forever! Of course I have written a few chapters already and I'll be posting them :)
As for Second Chance at Love- I will try to update that story as soon as possible. That story might be coming to an end soon so I've been trying to get all the chapters written before posting. I promise that by tomorrow or Wednesday I will give you guys an update. When I finish off that story I will work on Dangerous Romance. I finally got the whole story line written down so it will be much easier to update.
This story has been such a delight to write. I love the fluff and cuteness. Its so light and fun :) I have a lot planned for this story so I want to thank you guys for taking your time to read!
Time has been flying by quick. It's already November. It's November 9 to be exact.
Halloween Day was rather eventful. We took the kids out trick or treating and this is the first we had securities right next to us. Securities is always around when Christian and I go out but never actually next to us. Christian took safety precautions that day and I don't blame him. That day was the first day we got photographed by paparazzi. You would think that would have happened sooner but no it happened on Halloween. Rumors were going around that Christian had a girlfriend and they finally caught him.. With me. Well.. Our privacy lasted longer than I expected.
For the past week I've been running around buying thing and planning Phoebe's birthday. She's extremely excited and so am I.
Christian got a venue for the party and I found out where it's being held just three days ago. Of course, he got the most expensive place. I'm not sure if I wanted to kiss him or choke him. After I found out about the place I got the invitations finalized and Phoebe handed some out to her friends in her class yesterday..
Friday is Phoebe's birthday and the party will be on Saturday.
Right now I'm working on filling some paperwork. Christian is about to seal a deal and he asked me and Jessica to look into their financial status deeply. So that's what we've been doing. I just finish with my half which is what I'm filling and emailing away.
When I look at the time it's 2pm. Soon I have to head out to pick up Phoebe soon.
"Ana, you finished?" Jessica asks.
"Yeah, I just emailed it to you"
"Do me a favor?"
"What is it?" I ask.
"I have to head out like now. I finished my work and I just emailed you mine as well. I don't have time to file it though" she really looks like she's in a hurry.
"Yeah sure," I nod and she thanks me then heads out. Whatever happened must be big if she's in such a hurry. I hope all is fine.
I go into her office and file her work. Once I'm done I walk out and bump into someone.
"Well hello there" a tall guy with black hair and hazel eyes says.
"Umm, hello?"
"You must be new here, I'm Jackson"
"I'm Ana, I started about two months ago. I have to go now." I walk away to my office.
Ahh, it feels nice to say that.
Aaaaand he's following.
"You seem pretty young, how old are you?"
"Oh, umm.. 22."
"So what are you doing after work?" Oh god is he serious!?
"Going home"
"That's no fun, join me for drinks" he gives me a smile and I have a feeling that smile has never failed him before so my rejection is going to hurt his ego.
"No thank you,"
"Come on baby-"
"Oh no, don't call me baby." I say.
"Come on," he laughs "it's just drinks but it could be more if you want"
I can't help but laugh he really needs to go. "No, I'm good. Really good."
"Really? Cause I'm sure I can rock your world."
"Doubt it but thanks for the offer." I head and walk back to my office.
"What a bitch." I hear him say.
"Who's a bitch?" Oh shit, Christian.
"Oh sir, Mr. Grey.."
"So who's the bitch, Mr. Knight?" He asks once again.
"No one.."
"Really? I could have swore you were talking to my girlfriend who just rejected your invitation for some drinks.. And more."
"Your girlfriend? Holy fuck, Mr. Grey, I had no idea."
"Of course you didn't. Mr. Mitchell, I want you to apologize to Miss Steele being that I don't tolerate that type of behavior in my company." Christian says all business like and I feel like swooning.
"I'm sorry, Miss Steele." The guy says and I nod.
"Mr. Mitchell, I hope I don't hear you talking to another female employee the same way you did today. Also, learn to respect your co-workers and work place. I won't tolerate this nonsense one more time so this will be your first and last warning. You're dismissed."
We both watch the guy walk away.
"I thought you were going to fire him" I laugh.
"I was about to, but scaring him was much more fun"
"You're evil," I say with a smile.
"Oh, shut it." He cups my face and gives me a kiss. A deep, lustful kiss. "Are you leaving to pick up Phoebe?"
"Soon"
"When you leave her at your dads place meet me in mine"
"Christian I can't just leave work."
"You can and you will. Come on babe. We need alone time."
"Fine," I give in. "When I get to your place you better be naked" I say.
He laughs "yes ma'am" he walks away with a wink and I'm pretty sure I'm already turned on.
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It's been two days since that good fuck and I still feel him everywhere I walk. My god, he went deep and hard and wow.. When are we having alone time again?
Oh, it's also Phoebe's birthday.
I feel guilty for leaving early two days in one week but Christian keeps letting me know it's fine. Of course, he's the boss so whatever he says goes but I have a job and I can't just be letting him back me up like that.
Anyways, I put my guilt aside and head over to pick up Phoebe and Teddy up from school along with Christian. He's playing hookie with me. I left my car back in GEH but I left my keys with Sawyer so he can take it to Christian's place.
Phoebe has on a purple dress with black boots and black leggings. I decided to against uniform just for today. Christian steps out the car to get the kids and comes back. Of course, Taylor parks closer to the school just to keep an eye out. Paparazzi have been on us since Halloween.
Christian comes back with the kids and I see Phoebe has a balloon and a stuff animal. Teddy let's me know it was a present from a boy in her class and that the little boy gave Phoebe a kiss on the cheek. I can't help but laugh. Not at what Teddy told me but at Christian who said "little fucker" under his breath.
Christian makes a stop at his place to change Teddy out his uniform then we head to a toy store.
Here comes the spoiling.
Christian buys her everything she picked at the toy store. Taylor follows behind us the whole time which is fine I don't mind. I don't want any paparazzi ruining my little girls day.
"I got you the best present Phoebe but you have to wait till tomorrow" Teddy says.
"Oh, he did. You'll love it." Christian adds. Now I'm curious.
Once we're done we head out to the car but the paparazzi waiting for us outside stop us. Taylor runs to be in front of us trying to push them out the way but they won't budge. It's like they all want to attack us.
"Mommy.." Phoebe says and I can tell she's scared.
"YOU ALL NEED TO LEAVE YOURE SCARING PHOEBE!" Teddy yells
"Teddy, stop." Christian says handing me Phoebe's toy bags and taking the kids hands. We walk the other way but they walk towards us. Sawyer must have been around because I see him running towards us.
"Christian, they're scaring Phoebe.." I tell him when I see Phoebe trying to hide behind him.
"CHRISTIAN OVER HERE"
"CHRISTIAN HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN DATING ANASTASIA?"
How do they even know my name!?
"ANASTASIA WHEN DID YOU MEET CHRISTIAN?"
"ANASTASIA ARE YOU PREGNANT?"
What!?
"PHOEBE TELL YOUR MOMMY TO ANSWER US"
Oh hell fucking no!
"Mommy! Tell them to stop!" She lets go off Christian's hand and grabs my leg tight out of nowhere. I lose my balance a bit since she did that while I was walking. Christian picks up both Phoebe and Teddy and makes his way through. I follow behind. We manage to walk through the paparazzi and once we reach the car Christian seats the kids and I put the bags in the back next to Phoebe since they're her toys. I get in and then so does Christian.
"Sweetheart, you okay?" I ask her and she nods.
"Yes.. They were scary.."
"It won't happen again I promise," Christian says and I can tell he's angry. I grab his hand and squeeze it hoping he'll relax a bit.
"Up next, dinner." He says with a smile but I can tell he's still tense.
When we arrive to the place I immediately recognize it. It's the restaurant Christian first took me to! Very fancy yet very kid friendly.
We head straight in since Christian made reservations.
"What do you want to eat?" Christian asks me.
"I want ribs."
"Look at the back for kids menu," he tells and I do so.
"Phoebe what do you want? There spaghetti, burgers, chicken and rice.."
"Spaghetti!" She says.
"Me too!" Teddy adds.
"Great, I'm getting a steak and baked potato"
Christian orders for all of us and Phoebe begins to talk about her day in school. She says that two other boys gave her letters which are in her bag pack and that her friends told her they can't wait till her party tomorrow.
At the mention of the letters Christian tenses up. I look up and smirk at him because he's already being protective with Phoebe. I wonder how he would react if Phoebe was 10 years older..
Throughout our dinner Teddy and Phoebe talk none stop. Mostly Teddy.
"Ana, you really got to see what I got for Phoebe. It's huge!" He says.
"How big?" I ask.
"Pretty big," Christian answers.
"I wanna know!" Phoebe says and Teddy shakes his head.
"Nope, wait till tomorrow. Ana, I forgot to tell you my friends said they really liked the cake we did for the Halloween party. It was the best"
"We make an awesome team" I say.
"We do! I love you."
"I love you too buddy" I smile at him.
When we're done eating the waitress come back with a small cake with five candles lit up.
"A little bird told us there's a birthday princess next to us" she says placing the cake in front of Phoebe. Another waitress comes by with a little crown and places it on her head. They begin to sing happy birthday to her and she squeals in excitement. I love over at Christian who gives me a wink.
"Make a wish!" Teddy says "but not loud only on your head"
She nods, closes her eyes and blows the candles. I took a picture of it.
On our ride home, Teddy tells me he's going to help me set up decorations and how he's excited to celebrate Phoebe's birthday. Once we get to the penthouse the kids run right in and greet Gail. She takes them to the kitchen to give them some ice cream.
"Stay the night," Christian says out of nowhere.
"I can't."
"You can."
"But-"
"Come on, please?" He says.
"I don't know.."
"Don't over think it." He kisses my head "just stay."
"Fine but I would have to go home and get everything I need for Phoebe and I.." I tell him.
"Already done." He smirks.
"How!?"
"I called Kate earlier today asking for a favor.. Told her to pack everything you need for tomorrow for yourself and Phoebe and extra clothing. Oh and everything for the party is here as well. Sawyer helped her."
"Oh so you knew I was going to say yes?" I look up at him.
"I was hopeful," he chuckles "I'm glad you're staying. I wanted to talk to you about something. But after the kids go to sleep."
I check the time and it's 9pm. "Which should be now, tomorrow is going to be a long day."
"I agree." Christian and I make our way to the kids and tell them it's getting late. I let Phoebe know she'll be sleeping here tonight and she smiles with delight. Christian let's me know she can sleep in the room across Teddy's so she won't feel alone. Christian also let's me know all our things are in his room so I head straight there and grab some PJ's for Phoebe and underwear. When I go back to Phoebe, Christian lead me to the room. When I walk in there's a bathroom attached. Christian excuses himself to get Teddy ready for bed and I go and take Phoebe a quick shower.
Once Phoebe is done and ready for bed I lay her down and kiss her forehead.
"I had fun today mommy,"
"I'm glad you did baby girl" I smile "now rest up, tomorrow is a big day!"
"Yes! My party! Ok mommy goodnight I love you"
"I love you too pumpkin."
I kiss her forehead once again and head out but I leave the door slightly open. I walk across to Teddy's room and he seems hype.
"Teddy, I said its bed time!" Christian tells him.
"I'm Spider-Man!" He keeps running around in his spider-man PJ's. Oh boy.
"Teddy! Enough! If you don't behave now you'll be punished." Christian says sternly.
"But daddy.." Teddy says.
"No but, bed time. Now."
"No! I wanna play!"
"Theodore I said its bed time,"
"Teddy," I says. "Listen to your dad."
"But Ana I wanna play!"
"But you have all day to play tomorrow, right?" He nods. "And you said you wanted to help me so you're going to need your energy. You'll need to sleep."
He sighs and nods. "Okay, fine.." He goes over to his bed and gets in.
"Goodnight dad, goodnight Ana." Teddy says.
"Goodnight sweet boy" I tell him.
"Goodnight buddy," Christian kisses his head and walks but doesn't close the door fully when he sees I left Phoebe's door slightly open. He takes my head and we walk over to his room.
"What do you want to talk about?" I ask him as soon as I sit on his bed.
"Well.." He scratches his head looking unsure. "It's just.." He stops again.
"Christian, is everything okay?"
"Yeah, everything's fine. I just don't know why I'm nervous all of a sudden."
"Nervous? Why are you nervous?" What's going on?
"Umm.. Okay I'll just say it. Move in with me."
Whoa what?
Christian POV
She hasn't said anything.
I told her to move in with me five minutes ago and she hasn't said anything.
"Move in with you?" She finally speaks up.
"Yeah"
"But isn't it too soon?" She asks.
"No, you should've moved in with me a long time ago. Ana, I love you. So much. It's kind of scary to me but I don't care. I love feeling like this. I want to you to be next to me everyday. I want you here." I tell her.
"Babe, I just.. I don't know. This is a huge step. It would have been different if we both weren't single parents." She says.
"I know.. But I think this a good step. I adore Phoebe and you adore Teddy. I'm sure the kids will be fine with this. Baby, I'm serious about this." I sit next to her and hold her hand.
"Just give me time to think about it, okay?" I nod and kiss her. "I just.. I need to make sure-"
"Don't explain, I understand. Take the time you need to think."
"I just don't want you to think I don't love you as much. Because I'm pretty sure I love you more," she giggles "I just want to be sure that's all."
"I'll give you the time you need,"
"Good, now let's watch some tv" she says and gets up and starts to get undressed "but first we need a shower." She unstraps her bra and take it off the walks into my bathroom. "Coming?"
Fuck yeah I am.
Ana POV
The next day I wake up in Christians arms half naked. I quickly got up and got dressed before the kids woke up and had some breakfast.
Teddy woke up early as well. He was dressed and ready to help me for the day. I left Phoebe behind with Christian while I went to the venue with Teddy, Sawyer and my dad. I want her to be surprised.
Luckily Sawyer did bring my car to Christian's place yesterday.
As soon as Teddy and I arrive he automatically starts helping me out up balloons and set the tables. We work as a team.
"Ana, I want you to see Phoebe's gift from me already."
"Where is it?"
"Uncle Elliot is bring it"
"Wait, what?"
"Ana!" I hear someone call out my name. "Hey, Ana." It's Elliot. Right on cue.
"I have a delivery," he smiles.
"Uncle Elliot! You did it? You did my present for Phoebe?"
"I sure did, buddy. Guys! Bring it in."
Four men come in pushing in a 5 foot tall castle.
Holy, fuck. Phoebe is going to freak.
"Yay! Thank you uncle Elliot" teddy hugs him.
"No problem. I have to get going now. I'll see you all later"
"Wow, Teddy, is this your present for Phoebe?"
"Uh-huh!" He grabs my hands and walks into the mini-castle.
It's pretty big and small at the same time if that makes sense. I crouch a bit to get in but this is pretty spacious. Probably 6 by 6 area and five foot tall. There's windows on each wall and on the walls there's wands and crowns on shelves.
Oh and everything is different shades of blue.
"I hope Phoebe likes it!" He says excitedly.
"I'm sure she will sweetheart," I get a bit emotional taking this in. Teddy asked Elliot to do this so he can give it to Phoebe. He has a big heart. "This is amazing!"
"So you like it?" He asks and I nod. "Yay!"
"Come on buddy I need to get out I'm too tall to be in here" we both step out and finish up with the decorations. Dad lets me know he can handle the rest and that I should start heading back and get ready. I nod and thank him before I leave.
"Ana, you are the best mommy ever! Phoebe is going to love this."
"Thank you baby boy," I smile at him.
"I like having you with daddy because I get to have you too"
"Don't tell your dad but I like you better than him" I joke and he laughs.
"Okay it's our secret!" He nods.
When we arrive to escala Phoebe is dancing and singing with Christian. When she sees me she runs straight to me and I tell her it's time to shower and get ready for her party. She runs up and I follow her. I already know how chaotic today will be. I'm looking forward to every minute of seeing my baby girl smiling, laughing and having fun.
Next chapter will be Phoebe's party.. soon is thanksgiving.. and maybe an engagement.. ;)
Long chapter because you guys deserve it.
Thank you for reading :) xx