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Ana there's more to me then you understand. I guess I should tell you my life story even though now I feel like a dip shit even feeling sorry for myself all these years. I mean I had a rough start in life but nothing compared to what you went through. My mother was a crack whore too. She did drugs and sold her body to get them. Hell she even had a pimp! She would let him beat me and burn cigarettes on my chest... That is why I hate being touched Ana.. That's also why I'm having a hard time accepting your confession. I want this Ana I do but can I really trust that your addiction is behind you now?" Staring into Christians eyes I felt tears well up in mine. I couldn't believe he had such a similar start in life as mine. Granted he got out way sooner than I did and for that he should feel blessed.
"Christian I wont judge you. No child have to go through that kind of life period whether its four years or their whole life like me. However you should look on the bright side and see all the blessings you have received in life.. As for my addiction.. I will always be an addict Christian it's wired in my DNA. But I'm a recovering addict and even though some days are harder than others I have a daughter now.. I swore I would never let her see the shit I had to when I was a girl. I will never touch that shit again not as long as that beautiful little girl needs me." Tears were streaming down my face now as I thought about my wonderful child. I knew that so long as she was in my life I would never touch another needle as long as I lived. I needed her and she needed me it was as simple as that. I would never hurt her by walking out on her or worse selling her for a quick fix.
"God Ana... I was saved by the age of four by Grace she's now my mother for all intent and purposes. She adopted when she found me at the hospital. She was devastated by what she saw. She could never have kids of her own so she adopted me, my brother Elliot and my sister Mia... Till this day my family has never been able to touch me not even Mia and I have special spot in my heart for that little lady." I was shocked to hear that his family could never touch him. I mean these people saved him! How could he not want to just hug them and love them for all they have done. I wish I could have had a woman like Grace come in and be my fairy god mother. I don't know how we were going to make this work with both of our fucked up issues but I did know that if it was the last thing I did Christian Grey would be giving his mother a damn hug!
" You are so blessed Christian please don't let what that horrible lady did to you come in between you and your true family any longer. They love you I am sure. You don't need this life style anymore you have a wonderful family. Enjoy them and treasure them while you can." I watched as he stared deep into my eyes. One thing I couldn't deny about Christian was that his eyes had to be the most beautiful yet lonely pair I have ever seen. This man needed love in his life almost as much as I needed it in mine. Who knows maybe we could be the ones to fix each other. Maybe its wishful thinking but maybe its a fairy tale in the making.
CPOV
"Speaking of my family... I forgot to tell you when my mother was here she wanted me to bring you over tomorrow. I know its been a rough day so I would understand if you're not up for it. Its just a Sunday family dinner." I sat there nervous to hear her answer. I was never too good with rejection and for some reason rejection from Ana seemed almost too much to bear.
"I would love to Christian but what about Elizabeth... would Mrs. Grey mind? I don't want to impose on family time any way." I broke out into a smile as I realized that she wasn't saying no.
"Of course she wouldn't mind actually she would probably be ecstatic to meet princess Lizzy." I laugh at the silly name as Ana giggles. It's a beautiful sound almost as beautiful as her smile.. almost.
"Okay then its set Elizabeth and I will be joining you tomorrow... I hope you don't mind Christian but I am really tired I think I will head upstairs to bed if that's okay?" I frown as I see her look down. I can tell this new arrangement will be difficult for both of us. Neither of us know how to act now that our contract is null and void. Neither of us have really had a normal relationship either. This was going to be harder than we thought and I knew I needed to speak to Flynn maybe Ana would too.
"It's okay Ana.. please lets take this slow. You don't have to be afraid of me. I swear I will never lay another hand on you never... I'm disgusted already with my actions thus far. I'll see you in the morning we usually leave by noon. " I watch as she stands and sends me a shy smile. God I loved her smile.
"Goodnight Christian sleep well." Murmuring a goodnight in response I sighed as she left the room. I had a lot to think about and I needed to call my mother. I knew she would be delighted to have Elizabeth there but I wanted her to know that she needed to evaluate her for autism.
Waiting for her to answer I began to think about all the things Ana shared with me. Could we really make this work? Would we just hurt each other more in the end? I wanted her there was no denying that. An honestly it scared me how much I wanted Lizzy in my life as well. I wanted to get to know both of them in every way possible. I wanted to be there saving grace... Yea I know call me self absorbed but it was true.
"Christian? Are you okay?" I sighed as I heard my mothers voice.
"Hey mom.. I wanted to let you know that Ana and I will be joining you tomorrow but there is something you should know?" Why was I so nervous? Its not like we were dating.. yet.
"What is it sweetie?"
"She has a daughter. Her name is Elizabeth grace and she will be two next month... The thing is mom Ana not quite sure if she's just a late bloomer or if she is suffering from autism. Do you think you could do an evaluation?" I held my breath waiting for her response
"Oh my. That is sad Christian. Of course I will do an Evaluation. Ana will have to bring her by on Monday around 12. Is that okay?" I smile as I knew I could always count on my mother.
"It should be but I will ask her to make sure. Thank you so much mom."
"No problem Christian I cant wait to meet them both officially! I love you honey." I closed my eyes at her words. God I've been such a shitty son.
"Mom?"
"Yea baby?"
"I love you mom. Sweet dreams." I silently shed a tear as I heard my mother's sob on the other end. Hanging up I went to bed excited for this new adventure in my life. Being alone was tiring. I was ready for more. I was ready for Ana.
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