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The Party of all Parties
Friday was finally here and the school was buzzing about the upcoming party at the Grey's house. All day students were huddled in their groups conversing about nights plans. I ignored all failed attempts of men asking me out including a boy by the name of Jack. I don't know what it was about this person but I wanted as far away from him at all times, he just gave me the creeps.
When it was time for fifth hour I walked there my head held low. It seemed like since my meeting with Christian on Monday, I can't get out this feeling of embarrassment every time I look at him. He arrived into class early and sat down in his usual spot, next to me. This was my favorite part of the day because even though I was embarrassed with my actions on monday, I couldn't help but gawk at him when he sat next to me. I memorized all his features down to what his fingernails looked like. My favorite feature of his was the eyes, grey and smoldering, they had bad boy written all over them. His hair was always unkempt but it seemed to suit him well.
Today he was wearing his blue button-up shirt with a white tee under and khaki shorts. I was caught ogling because, Allison, a girl who sat on the other side of me; made it a point to tell me that he would be there in the morning. I giggled at her humor and went back to reading in my text-book.
When class was over I was talking to Allison outside of the classroom.
"So are you going to the Grey's party tonight" she asked
" I don't think so" I said not really interested in the party.
"You know Ana this is the party of all parties and you would be really missing out" she said a little more insistent this time.
" That's what they say, but.." just then I felt a surge of energy course through me and I knew Christian was near.
"Oh, hi Christian" Allison said I can see the red start to fill her face at the sight of him.
"Hello Allison, may I speak with Anastasia" Christian purred at Allison
"Sure" she said clearly eager to please him.
I quickly gave her a look of panic as she walked away. What a traitor I thought. I turned around to face the man who stars in my fantasies.
" Hi Christian" I said looking straight into his gorgeous eyes.
"Ms. Steele" he said curtly. He is very proper if not anything else, I think I want to play too.
"Mr. Grey, to what do I owe this pleasure?" a smile beginning at the corner of my mouth.
He seems surprised with my response and a little taken aback, but quickly recovers. He ran his fingers through his hair and then the back of his neck. Oh he is nervous.
"Um...I was wondering." He said a little flushed. This is new I didn't think men like him grew pink in the cheeks.
"Spit it out Grey" I finally said getting a little impatient with his loss of words. I regretted my outburst right away because his face turned a deeper red.
"Are you going to the party at my house?" he said
"I don't think so. Why?" I said not knowing what his answer would be.
"Well I wanted to see if you would go with me" he said with relief flooding his face.
Hold the mayo! Christian freaking Grey just asked me out and I am...frozen. That's right I can't say anything, nothing is coming to mind. You are probably asking yourself what I did next, well I really don't know if this next part is true or not; but this is what I think was said
"I'm sorry Mr. Grey, you seem like a nice guy and all but, my friend Kate went out with your brother last year and it did not end well. I think I'll save myself the pain of going on a date with a "Grey brother".
I was satisfied with what said and the look on his face seemed pained. I'm guessing that he has never been turned down before. I walked away feeling a tornado of mixed emotions because on one hand I was crushing hard for this guy and on another I just didn't want to be hurt. I was already broken and trying to put the pieces back together.
After school I met Kate at her car, still feeling the victory and shame of what I said to Christian. I must have worn my emotions because when we sat in the car her questions started fumbling faster than she could put the sentences together.
" You know Kate you should really be a reporter" I said ashamed because I caved in so easily. I had told her everything right down to the whole Grey brother thing. She laughed at that one.
"You know Ana, I don't think he has ever had a girlfriend." I felt really bad after that statement.
"That's a joke right? He is so gorgeous that I just don't believe that"
" No Ana, I don't think I have ever seen him with anyone before, at least not at school or at the Grey's house." she said very sure of herself.
"I really find that hard to believe" I said but deep down a part of me didn't.
"So Ms. Steele what are we wearing to the party tonight." I heard Kate say, bringing me back to reality.
"You're kidding Kate not you too. I really don't want to go now that I have humiliated myself twice with Christian" the finality in my voice clear.
"No girlie I really think we should go. This is the party to go to." Kate said is still looking at me and not paying attention to the road.
"I don't know, let me think about it." I said leaning towards going if I was honest with myself.
"Ok I'll go" Kate squealed with delight and I went momentarily deaf. Why do I have the feeling that I am going to regret this.
That night in my room I saw Kate rummaging in my closet for things I could wear to the party. I am really a jeans and t-shirt kind of gal but living in the Kavanagh household I had to learn quick the do's and don'ts of fashion. This little blond Tasmanian devil seemed to trash my room in five seconds, without finding a damn thing for me to wear.
"I'm going to have to find you something in my closet for you to wear" She said with all seriousness in her voice.
"Look, I don't care what I look like at this party I just want to get drunk" I walked over to my dresser and pulled out a white baby doll Beatles shirt, a pair of blue skinny jeans that ripped down the thigh and knee high black biker boots. To finish the look off I had a studded belt and black waist length leather vest, I insisted on getting at the mall when Kate and I went shopping last week.
"Anastasia Rose Steele, you look badass" Kate said putting her hands on her hips and pursing her lips together.
"Yeah but do look good" I said turning around to let her see.
"It's not what I would wear, but it looks good on you" and that was the Katherine Kavanagh seal of approval.
We arrived at the party fashionably late. When we pulled up to the house my mouth dropped open, it looked like something out of a F. Scott Fitzgerald novel. Kate parked her Honda and we proceeded to walk the four car length distance to the gate. The whole school was there, not to mention some people I assumed were friends of Elliot.
"Hey Kate is Elliot here?" I asked already knowing the answer.
"I think so, it would be a surprise if he wasn't" she said devilish grin on her face
"Is that why you wore that dress. Gee Kate any shorter and I think everyone would know what color your panties are."
Kate was wearing a silver shimmer halter dress with red pumps. When I saw her in that dress I knew she wanted to get laid tonight.
Walking into the party was awesome. There were so many people you couldn't gage how big the house really was, but I did know this, the Greys were filthy rich. Kate and I walked to the back of the house and there we got our beer and tried to walk around. I saw Allison from french, we chatted and she asked me what Christian said to me. I told her that he just had a few questions about class. I don't think she really cared because before I knew it she was talking to someone else. What a bitch, see if I'll ever talk to her again.
Kate and I were separated at some point during the night and I found myself wondering what little space there was. I saw a few people from class and chatted with them, while getting totally hammered. My face was starting to go numb and I knew I had to slow down. The only decision I could make was that I needed to get outside as soon as possible and breath in the fresh air. When I reached the kitchen door I saw Jack, the boy who asked me out earlier. He reeked of whiskey and had me cornered in the kitchen. I started to panic. All the blood drained from my face and wanted out.
"Hello Ana" He said slurring his words
"Hi Jack, how has your night been?" Trying to put on a calm face.
"Great now that I've seen you" he leaned back a little taking a good look at me. It was like I was on display for him, it made me feel dirty.
"Um look Jack I'm here with some friends I need to get back to them" I said trying to skirt around him. He pushed me back into the wall. I hit the countertop and knocked some things over.
" Look bitch, you give me what's mine or I will take it" he said, I prepared myself for the worse.
Then in a quick flash I saw this hand grab Jack by the shirt collar and throw him against the wall breaking a glass window. When my eyes began to focus I saw Christian standing there hands clenched, just ready for a fight. Everything suddenly got quiet.
"What the Fuck!" Jack said covering his hand, blood was dripping on the floor.
"You stay away from Anastasia, Jack, you come near her again and I'll send you to the hospital next time" Christian flexed his hands as he finished his sentence.
Just then I saw Elliot running into the kitchen Kate was close behind.
"Damn it Christian! Mom and Dad are going to be so mad" Elliot then saw me in the corner and his attitude changed. "What happened to Ana?" He said acknowledging me there.
" This asshole was going to rape her and I just happened to spoil his plans." Christian was now saying this through his teeth.
" Oh fuck Jack why do you always have to ruin the fun." Elliot said signaling for everyone to leave, and just like that everyone groaned and exited the house. Someone took Jack and lead him out of the house, his hand still covered and bleeding.
When everyone was out of the kitchen, the man who saved my life, turned around with concern etched on his face.
"You ok?" He said and walking over to my side. "He didn't hurt you did he?" Christian scanned my body as if looking for some sign of trauma.
"No, nothing's wrong. Thanks for the save, I owe you" I started to walk away when he grabbed my arm.
" You should stay awhile I think your friend is enjoying some time with my brother" I looked around to find Kate nowhere.
"That hoe bag is going to get it when we get home, at least one of us is getting some" His eyes shot up with my blunt choice of words and a smirk grew across his face.
" Do you always talk about your friends with such vulgar Ms. Steele" He was now trying to contain his amusement.
"It's ok she is my sister so I really can say what I want" I said matter of factly
" You two are close then?" he now was trying to get some information.
" Yes, but she is really my sister" Why did I just tell Him that?
"Are you adopted?" he now was all too interested in my personal life and before I could say anything else Kate walked in hair messed and dress uneven. Her lipstick smeared and I looked at Christian as we both laughed.
"What" Kate said trying to hide her laugh too.
" I think we should go now Katie" I began to stand up when Christian placed his hand on mine.
" You should stay the night" I looked at Kate, stunned and she looked at me mouthing the word YES.
"Look Christian, I'm not an easy lay, you're going to have to wine and dine me first." I winked at Kate and she gave me the thumbs up and walked back to Elliot.
