A/N: First of all thank you to everyone who has taken the time to read and review my story. I'm glad most people are liking it! I love getting reviews and I do try to take the time and reply to some of them. Please know I am not going to change my story because you threaten to not read it. This is my story and I will write it how I planned.

To the guest reviewer: Stop reading my story because there is no way Christian is all of a sudden going to stop seeing his sub because he has a business arrangement with Ana to be his fake girlfriend! I intend this to be a well thought out story not a hurried mess that ends with Ana and Christian in love. A story needs to have plot, intrigue, and twists in order to gain fans and be worth reading.

Please enjoy the next chapter!

Christian and Ana stood outside his parent's front door. Ana looked stunning with her hair piled loosely atop her head, a few stray tendrils landing in just the right places. The black strapless dress showed off her figure perfectly. Christian had purchased the dress along with a beautiful silver tear drop diamond necklace with matching earrings. Ana had put up quite the fight about the jewelry insisting that she would not keep them. He'd finally conceded promising to take the items back after the evening. Christian gave her a once over, he couldn't help but to think how sexy she was and he'd like to bring into his playroom for the night. He noticed she was fidgeting slightly.

"Don't be nervous," he said sounding exactly like an order.

"I'll be fine, but aren't you even the slightest bit nervous?"

"Miss Steele the only variable in all this is you and I think you will do fine, so to answer your question No I am not nervous," Christian stated matter-of-factly.

Christian opened the door for her letting her walk in first. He was soon guiding her through a throng of people to a large room that appeared to be the center of the party. It wasn't long before people noticed Christian was there with a date. Many of Grace and Carrick's companions knew Christian well and knew he had never dated let alone brought home a girl. Mia ran up giggling throwing her arms around Christian.

"Mom told me you were bringing a date," Mia said excitedly to Christian then turning towards Ana.

"Mia this is Anastasia my girlfriend and Anastasia this is my younger sister Mia," Christian said cordially introducing the two girls.

"Nice to meet you Anastasia," Mia said as she brought Ana into a hug.

"Please call me Ana and nice to meet you as well."

Soon Grace was joining the small group introducing herself as well. Christian took a step back choosing to watch the interaction between the three rather than be involved.

"You must tell us how you two met," Grace pressed after the formal introductions.

"Oh I'm going to embarrass myself again. About a month ago I was driving along and it was late and I must not have been paying attention because I smashed right into the back of Christian's car," Ana explained.

"Into the back of his car?" Mia gasped, "I bet he was mad."

"At first he was irritated, but then we got to talking and one thing lead to another."

"So you two have been dating a month?" Grace asked.

"Yes just about a month now right sweetheart?" Ana asked really pouring it on.

"Yes that's right," he said as he stepped back into the group draping his arm around Ana.

Mia grasped Ana's hand insisting she come with her so she could introduce her to a few people Christian smiled and nodded his consent watching the two girls go off. Grace watched him as he stared after them. She couldn't help but smile happy that her son had finally found someone.

"She's stunning Christian," Grace complemented.

"Thank you, Mom. I hope you are enjoying the party."

"Yes of course Christian thank you for coming and bringing your wonderful girlfriend," how she loved that last word coming out of her mouth. She truly never thought she would see the day. "I'm off to greet more guests dear."

Christian gave his mother a hug then a quick peck on the cheek. He mingled for a bit every now and then scanning the room for Mia and Ana. Poor Ana, Mia is dragging her all over the room introducing her to everyone. He chuckled at the thought as he made small talk with one of his father's business associates. Soon a familiar voice floated to him.

"Elena, how have you been? I trust the salon business is going well?" Christian asked.

"We've both been well and I hear you have a girlfriend. Well actually I just met her about five minutes ago," she mused as they moved to a quiet corner to talk.

"I'll explain it all later." Then bent to whisper in Elena's ear at the pointed look she gave him, "It's just to make my mom happy."

"I see it took me about ½ a second to wipe the utter look of shock off my face when Mia introduced her," Elena mused.

"We'll have to get together for dinner soon. I really should go rescue Ana from Mia," he said as he walked away.

The rest of the evening Ana stuck by Christian's side. They drank some wine and talked with the other guests. Ana was very charming and everyone kept winking at Christian and whispering that she was quite a catch. Christian was very impressed with her acting abilities and couldn't shake the nagging feeling that he wanted to take her home to his playroom. Soon the night was over and they were climbing into the back of the black SUV being driven by Taylor.

"You did well Ana," Christian said.

"Your family is nice and your mom and sister are very sweet. I felt bad lying to them," she said as she peered out the window.

"They will never know and it will be fine. They've invited us for brunch next Sunday if that will fit into your schedule?"

"Yes that should be fine. Any other dates this week?"

"I do have a charity dinner Friday evening if you could attend that as well?" he asked.

"Yes I can do that. I suppose you'll e-mail me the details?" she mused.

"Yes I will. Taylor will drop you off at your apartment. You've been drinking wine and I'd rather you not drive. Your car will be dropped off by morning."

Soon they were pulling up to Ana's apartment and she was saying goodbye to both Christian and Taylor. The waited until Ana was safely inside then drove off. Christian let out a long sigh. He was glad the night was over and that they'd pulled it off. He glanced at his cell phone to see the time it was 10pm. He chuckled at that it seemed every year his parent's anniversary party ended earlier and earlier. He quickly opened his e-mail and started a message to Samantha.

From: Christian Grey

Subject: Available?

Date: 16 May 2012 22:03

To: Samantha Ellington

My obligation ended earlier than expected. If you are available come to Escala for the rest of the weekend.

Christian Grey

Christian Grey, CEO, Grey Enterprise Holdings, Inc.

They arrived at Escala and Christian received a message back shortly after. A simple I'm on my way stared back at him. He smirked to himself glad things were working out. After spending the evening with Ana so close to him he really needed to release some sexual frustration. He didn't know why he kept thinking about her, but he was about to get her off his mind. He took a quick shower then went to the playroom smiling as he saw his sub sitting in his preferred position waiting on him. He ignored her for several long minutes as he readied the items for the night. Silently he dropped down behind her repeating the same ritual of braiding her hair. He stood walking out of view then coming back to fit a gag in place tightening to ensure it wouldn't come loose during their session. Lastly he slipped a blindfold in place then guided her up onto her feet.

Christian led her towards the bed choosing to lay her on her back. He fastened her hands to the headboard then got to work between her legs. He was in the mood to stay off her pleasure tonight. Slowly his fingers delved between her legs bringing her just to the edge only to back off and stop completely. He smiled wickedly as he continued this pattern. Soon she was grunting around the ball gag unable to contain her frustration. Half way through he had to tie her legs down to stop her from squeezing them so she could bring herself to completion. After a while he walked away leaving her writhing in frustration for some time. He turned the music on loudly in order to invade another one of her senses. He was really enjoying tonight's session and wasn't ready for it to end yet. Christian came back to the girl tied spread eagle on the bed. Slowly he untied each leg. He debated on whether he should let her cum and finally decided he would as he pushed into her roughly. It wasn't long before she was shrieking behind the gag in ecstasy and he grunting in satisfaction.

Christian untied her hands then left the room without a word. He hoped tonight he would actually be able to get some sleep. He retired to his room knowing Samantha would shower then retire to the room he provided for her on the weekends. Christina took a nice hot shower then dressed for bed. It wasn't long before he was snoring softly. Samantha stood outside his door hesitating a moment before opening it slowly. She let out the breath she was holding as she realized he was asleep. She often ventured into his room after he was asleep and just watched him. She wished she could make him see that they could have more than just a dom/sub relationship. He began to stir in his sleep so she quickly left the room. The last thing she wanted was for him to find her in his room and end what they did have with each other.

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Ana groaned as she hit the alarm clock; silencing the offending sound. Monday morning had come way too fast for Ana. It was her second week working as an intern and she didn't want to be late so she hurriedly got ready before heading out. As an intern she wasn't much more than a secretary, but she would take it hoping to move up the corporate ladder.

Ana wasn't in her cubicle but five minutes before her boss Jack Hyde perched on the side of her desk. He was a little close for Ana's comfort so she pushed her chair back a little. Jack either didn't notice or did a good job of pretending he didn't.

"Ana next weekend I've got to go to New York for a meeting with the branch there. They've approved you to come along. It will be a great chance for you to learn the ropes and it won't be all work either. What do you say?"

"When would we leave?" she asked.

"Next Friday evening… the tickets aren't booked yet. New York is waiting on a confirmation of how many people" Jack explained. "Also this Friday evening I have an extra ticket to symphony if you would like to join me?"

Is my boss asking me on a date?

"I'm sorry Mr. Hyde, but I have a charity function to attend to with my boyfriend this Friday," she explained. If Christian can say I'm his girlfriend to please his mother then I suppose I can say he is my boyfriend to get out of a date with my boss.

"I hadn't realized you had a boyfriend. How long have you been dating?" he asked curiously.

"About a month…" she answered feeling uneasy at the line of questions.

"I see well I'll let you get back to your work.

Ana watched him walk away trying to shake the uneasy feeling he had given her. He had been nice enough, but had seemed very disappointed that she had a boyfriend. Even if she didn't have a "boyfriend" she wouldn't want to date her boss that would just complicate things immensely. Soon it was her break and she was pulling out her blackberry. She supposed she should send Christian an e-mail letting him know she would be out of town the following weekend.

From: Anastasia Steele

Subject: Next weekend

Date: 18 May 2012 12:02

To: Christian Grey

My boss has just informed me there is a business trip for me to attend next weekend. I won't be available that weekend as I leave Friday evening. I will see you this Friday for the charity event and Sunday for brunch.

Anastasia Steele

Ana busied herself the rest of the day. Jack Hyde came to her at the end of the day to let her know what a wonderful job she was doing. Once again Ana felt slightly uncomfortable as he stood in her cubicle. Thankfully one of the other girls stopped by and invited Ana to come along with a few girls from the office to a neighboring bar and grill. She accepted the invitation and said goodbye to her boss. Ana walked with the three other girls from the office the four blocks to the bar and grill.

"Jack sure has a liking for you Ana," the other intern remarked.

"Is he like that with you guys?" she asked mortified.

"He's barely looked in my direction," Sarah the Editors secretary said.

"I'm married so he probably figures I'm off the table," Jane explained.

"What about you Beth?" Ana asked the other intern that had been hired at the same time as Ana.

"He was flirting with me last week and made me pretty uncomfortable. I mentioned my father was a high powered attorney and he hasn't bugged me since" Beth laughed.

"He asked me out on a date, but I declined explaining I have a boyfriend. I don't think he got the hint" she chuckled.

Soon the conversation switched to other things. Ana really enjoyed getting to know the girls from the office. She genuinely liked the three girls and hoped they would make this a regular thing. She'd been so lonely since she moved to Seattle. Her best friend Kate was abroad for the time being, but was talking about moving to Seattle soon. So far her only companion had been Christian Grey and he wasn't much of a conversationalist. Ana heard the familiar ping of her blackberry and new it was Christian responding to her e-mail.

From: Christian Grey

Subject: Plans

Date: 18 May 2012 19:14

To: Anastasia Steele

I hope your business trip goes well for you next weekend. As for this weekend I will pick you up in a limo this Friday at 7pm. Taylor will bring something for you to wear tomorrow evening. Please try it on and if it doesn't work let me know. I expect the evening to last until 11pm. We will discuss the plans for Sunday Friday evening.

Christian Grey

Christian Grey, CEO, Grey Enterprise Holdings, Inc

TBC…