Christian POV

What a fucking day!

First I had to deal with the whole Tim Ryan thing, that's something I just want to get over. It was a big business deal and now I lost it. Fuck! I worked so hard to even get an appointment with him.

Of course the employee that fucked me off with his lack of interest in his work was fired yesterday. HR had been checking up on employees and if I could I'd do it myself. But with my anger and attitude I rather let HR handle that.

Poor Andrea, she was a victim of my anger. Didn't mean to lash out on her, I just have a lot of frustration. I did indeed apologize to her and let her off for lunch early. Actually, I paid for her lunch too.

Ana only came to work half a day, she had errands to get done. The moment she got to work this morning she locked herself in her office with Jessica to get a lot of the work done before she left.

It's 3pm and I'm counting down till its time to go home.

Just two more hours.

"Mr. Grey, your wife is here." Andrea says through the intercom.

"Andrea, she knows she's allowed to come in."

"She has a guest sir."

Oh?

"Let them in."

I straighten myself up and everything on my desk. I nearly fall back on my chair when Ana walks in with Tim Ryan.

"Ana?"

"I hope you don't mind, I brought a guest." She smiles.

"Mr. Grey," he extends his hand and I shake it. "Good to see you again."

"Mr. Ryan, have a seat. Please."

"I do have to say, your wife is a quick one. She beat me to it."

Ana smiles at me. "What did she beat you to?"

"I was going to contact you to set up another meeting. I do admit I was in a foul mood yesterday, and with the incident added on I let anger get the best of me. Just as I picked up my phone to make a call, you wife decided to make a visit."

"Oh did she?" I smile at her.

"She did indeed. You have a smart one here, blew me away with what she offered. She set a new proposal out. Not only are we saving money on supplies, we'll be making more with the changes."

"How much more?" I ask.

"One million more." Ana answers and I almost choke on my spit.

Did my wife just do this?

"How could I turn that down, right?" He says. "So Mr. Grey, everything is signed so it will be a pleasure doing business with you. Of course, you can look over everything and make changes. If so, we can set up a meeting and compromise but I'm sure you'll be fine with what she has set out."

"Of course, we'll be in touch." I'm still in fucking awe.

"I must get going now, have a meeting to attend. Have a great afternoon, Mr. Grey. And you too Mrs. Grey. It was a pleasure meeting you." He shakes both our hands and steps out.

"So, did I do good?"

"Good? Baby, what the fuck? I'm blown away!"

She sets her folder down in front of me and smiles. "Here so you can look over it."

"I still need a moment to process this. Do you realize I'm so fucking proud of you right now? I mean, I've always been. But this? Baby this was huge! And not only did he come back but you also help us earn one million dollar more? Jesus Christ, Ana, anything you want? I'll give it to you right now."

She throws her head back and laughs. "It's okay, just knowing that you're not mad is enough. I was afraid this would all not work out."

"Sometimes we need to take risks, and yours worked." I get up from my chair and walk over to her. Taking her hand she stands up and hugs me. "I love you, you know that right?"

She giggles. "Yes, and I love you." I give her a quick peck on the lips.

"We need to celebrate."

"We'll celebrate tonight." She wink and then walks away.

This woman amazes me more each day.

Ana POV

One month later.

I can't believe it's already March. The year is flying by pretty quick. Last week, Christian and I had dinner out for out three month anniversary. I've been married for three months already! I know it's not a lot, but it's something.

A lot has happened this past month. Kate and Elliot moved into their new home. His secret project was done earlier than expected, when Kate found out she cried. So much! She also lost her mind. I was so happy for them, they deserve to be happy.

Luke decided to pop the question to Mia while they were in Paris. Mia was going crazy, needless to say I received a call at 3am with her sobbing trying to tell me what had happened. At first I thought something was wrong but then Luke took the phone and told me.

I screamed, yup.

They decided to get married next year though. There are some things Luke and Mia want to get done first before getting married. Also, they don't mind a long engagement. In fact, its what they want.

This past month Penelope has opened up to me more, and she's become more.. Nicer? She's carefree but very professional. But I can tell her problems at home still affect her.

I'm on my desk, at work, and I'm so tired! I can barely keep my eyes open. I'm also very hungry. It is lunch time, but I'm too tired to get food.

"I come baring gifts, and by gifts I mean food because miss lazy here thinks she can starve herself."

"Luis," I laugh "you're an angel but shouldn't you be worrying about Jessica eating too? You are her assistant."

"I brought her food too, I'm not that mean."

"Where's Penelope?"

"She's.. You know, on the phone handling business." I nod knowing what he means. "I feel bad for her. She really does a lot. She needs more help at home."

"I agree. But what did you get me?"

"Cheeseburger with fries, a slice of pizza and sprite."

"So much?" I ask with a smile.

"Of course. Oh and here" he slams a pregnancy test on my desk making me bulge my eyes out. "Oh honey, don't look at me like that. Jessica already thinks you're pregnant and so do I."

"Luis!" I try to bite back my laugh and be mad but it's hard. It's so hard to get mad at him. He's so funny I can't be mad at him. "I can't believe you did that. I can't be pregnant."

"Darling you're eating more than me and that says a lot. And you're easily tired. My sister never had morning sickness, maybe once or twice but most of the time she just ate and slept."

"Funny.. I never had morning sickness with Phoebe." I say in almost a whisper. "Holy fuck what if-"

"That's why I bought you this. Now eat your food and take the test when you're comfortable enough too. I'm not pressuring you but it's best to find out if your getting fat or if you're pregnant."

"Luis!" I laugh. "Go!"

"Fine, I'll go. I do have to give a call to my man anyways."

"I thought you said he wasn't your man."

"He isn't but let's let him think otherwise." He winks and walks out leaving me here laughing at his comment.

I put the pregnancy test inside my desk and then begin to eat.

I really have been eating a lot lately, and been very exhausted.

Same way I was when I was pregnant with Phoebe.

I count back to my last period and- oh fuck. I'm a week late?! How haven't I even noticed that!

Wait no.. Two weeks. Two weeks late and I didn't even bother to notice that.

I finish up eating quickly, then run to the rest room with the test inside me blazer.

I wait how long I have to then turn over the stick.

Negative.

Huh. Negative. So I'm not?

No no, these things never work out 100%. I have an appointment with Dr. Greene tomorrow maybe.. Maybe I should bring that up.

}-{

The next day, I get home from my appointment and I'm still trying to process everything.

I am, in fact, pregnant. Am I even ready for another kid?

Don't get me wrong, having having a kid with Christian would be wonderful, amazing even. But, I thought that would happen down the road, not so soon.

I was enjoying just being us four, enjoying our marriage like this before we add another to the family.

I can tell Christian would be beyond ecstatic with news, I could sense he wanted to have the talk but never brought it up. In some ways I'm thankful, I wouldn't know how to go with it.

I met Christian, dated him, married him & got pregnant by him all in less than a year. Honestly, is it too soon?

As I sit on my bed and think, my phone goes off. It's Christian.

"Hey babe, how was the appointment?"

"Good," I answer. "I just got home."

"Great, I'll be home in a few. Got done with work early, I have one last meeting then I'm done for the day. I'll see you in about an hour."

"Ok, love you"

"Love you, too."

We both hang up at once, and I sit and wonder how I should tell him. Maybe I should buy a card?

No thanks corny.

I think I'll just hold off on telling him. Maybe I'll just have a hypothetical conversation with him.

No no that won't work, he'll figure it out.

Fuck it, I'll find a creative way to tell him. First, I just need to accept the fact that we're having a kid sooner than I expected.

A few hours go by and the kids are in bed already, Christian and I out in his home office. I came up with a creative to tell him. Actually, not so creative. I told him I went shopping today, and of course he wants to know what I got.

"Ok, now that I'm done with this email, can you show me what you got?" He smirks.

"It's not what you're thinking" I stick out my tongue at him. "But I hope you think it's cute."

"Ok, show me."

I take the bag from beside his desk and empty everything in front of him. Bottles, socks, little hats, booties.. He looks like he's lost.

"Ana?"

"Isn't it cute?" I ask.

"But why did you- OH?" His reaction makes me giggle. "Is this a cruel joke of yours?"

"No jokes, we're having a baby."

"Oh my god, ANA!" He looks down at the objects smiling, close to tears. He pulls me down on his lap and gives me a big ol' kiss, cupping my face. "I love you so fucking much"

My heart flips.

"I love you too" I smile. I'm genuinely smiling but in the back of my head all I hear is 'too soon'. Which makes my smile drop a bit. He doesn't notice, since he's too busy looking at what I bought.

"Ana, hey!" He laughs. "Are you listening to what I'm saying?"

Holy crap, I dozed off thinking. "Sorry, what was that?"

"I was talking about decorating a room but it's too soon. Also I asked how far along are you"

"Oh, I'm six weeks."

"So what had you of in la la land?"

Might as well tell him how I feel. "Isn't it too soon?"

"What do you mean?"

"I mean, we met, dated, got married & now we're expecting all in less than a year."

"So..?" He looks at me funny

"So, we're moving at the speed of light. I didn't expect to get pregnant so soon."

"You act like its a bad thing" he sound insulted.

"But.. I wanted to enjoy our marriage and it being just us four. Not hurry into this, maybe a year or two down the road, yes I'd be okay but, it's all so fast. I don't feel as happy as I should be."

"Are you saying you're not okay with being pregnant right now?"

"That's exactly what I'm saying" ok, I sound fucked up there. "Actually no.. being pregnant is a blessing.. Christian it's just.. Everything in my life has happens so fast! Becoming a mom & having so many responsibilities.. I was enjoying the steadiness after our marriage. That's all. Then this happening , I just feel- ugh! It feels hectic."

"I'm not sure why it feels hectic. Things can still be steady, you can take time off from work, relax, actually be a mom & not worry so much about other things."

"Christian-"

"Baby, breathe, okay?" I nod. "I get the whole too soon thing," he sighs "but, we'll take this one day at a time. Just, let me help you"

I nod once again and burst into tears. He hugs me tightly, rubbing my back and kissing my head. "Relax my love, this isn't going to be like when you were pregnant with Phoebe & even if you feel everything is happening so quick, we'll slow it down. Baby steps. I don't want you stressed, okay."

"I am happy" I say in between sobs "it's just this caught me off guard."

"My love, you just have to let things sink in and let them play out on its own. This was meant to happen."

"I guess that's true," I sniff. "I think I'm just scared. My pregnancy with Phoebe wasn't all that great and I just.. I keep thinking about that."

"Don't, baby, don't. This time you have me and I will be with you through every step. You won't be stressed with school or work, you can even take time off."

"Don't-"

"Anyways," he cuts me off. "I'm saying that you don't need to think about the past. Just let the news skin in, maybe it's just a reflex reaction what you have right now. It's normal to be upset about something you didn't plan but I'm sure it's just for now you'll feel this way. If you see that you still feel the same way, we'll seek help. I don't want you stressing from now. Like I said, we'll take this one day at a time."

"Okay, thank you."

"Anything for you, my love."

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A few days go by and Christian and I decided to tell the kids the news on Teddy's birthday which is just three month from now. It gives me a chance to fully get over what I'm feeling, also to come up with a fun way to tell them.

Yesterday I decided to seek help, just to talk to someone. I set up an appointment with a therapist the day before and I had a wonderful conversation with the lady.

I'm letting my past affect me which is what's scaring me to have a child so soon into my marriage. With time, I'll be able to move on.

That appointment helped a lot, today I walked by a baby store, while getting errands done, I almost squealed running in. This time it will be much easier. This time I'll be able to enjoy my pregnancy. This is what I keep telling myself when I overthink.

I walk out the store with a shirt that says "mommy rules" and head back to my car. As I step inside my car my phone lights up with a call.

It's Taylor.

Oh?

"Hi, Taylor."

"Mrs. Grey, where are you?"

"I'm in my car about to head home, what's up?"

"Mrs. Grey, it's best if you head to the hospital," he clears his throat. "Phoebe had a small accident in her field trip. Mr. Grey is here with her and Teddy."

"I'm on my way!"

I throw my phone somewhere in the car and drive off.

What happened now?!

Life got in the way and I feel absolutely terrible that I haven't updated in so long. I spent the past week, finishing up this story. I have such a blast writing it, even when I had writer's block. This chapter is one of my favorites. I hope you all like it.

Fun fact: Luis is actually one of my favorite character, he reminds me of one of my friends I love dearly.

Today I'll post either one or two more chapter because I owe you all that much and then a chapter per day until it's over. How does that sound?