Oh no, I'm going to be late. I didn't get to bed until about 2am and now it's just after nine. Mom and dad will have already gone to work and I could have done with a lift. There's a kickboxing trophy on the bedside table. He's been here, in my room. Only he would have left it there. It's his way of letting me know that's he's seen what I did in his room. I shiver, even though it's not cold. I shower, dress and head down the stairs. I haven't got time for breakfast. I don't want to be late for Hannah.

As I open the front door, it's there. Why does he do this, I check my phone as I'd just shoved it in my pocket in my haste. As I thought, there's an email from Christian.

From: Christian Grey

To: Matthew Grey

Subject: Trophies!

Matthew,

So you messed up my stuff, I can understand why. I think I will forgive you on this occasion.

Love bite! On your shoulder, what have you been up to? May I suggest a t-shirt whilst you're in the house with mom.

I came round to drop something of yours off, if you want to use it you'll find what you need in your top drawer.

Take care

Christian

He does care about me and is trying to make amends. I race back up to my room and pull open the drawer. I find what I'm looking for, my car keys next to a packet of condoms. It's the first time my brother has made me smile in five days. I grab the keys, they're just what I need. How did he know, at least now I won't be late for my girlfriend.

I pull up on the drive way, the front door opens and Hannah indicates she'll be five minutes and to come inside. I lock the car and climb the steps; she's just grabbing her bag.

'Good morning' she says brightly

'Good morning yourself' I go to hug and kiss her, wow, this feels so good. My hand moves towards her breast and she lets out a moan whilst she puts her hand on my growing erection. I break off the kiss; take a deep breath to get some precious air into my lungs.

'Let's go, we've got a busy day' I say 'If we stay here any longer we won't leave and I want both of us to be ready when we finally make love'

Hannah pouts at me and says 'I know, I know but this feels so good I've never felt like this before and I just want it all to happen now, you know how impatient I am'

'Well you're going to have to learn to have patience because we are taking this slow. By the way Christian dropped off the car whilst I was sleeping and he saw the love bites on my shoulder, he left me a box of condoms!'

Hannah hits me on the arm playfully 'Really, I didn't think he would approve of you seeing any girl, he's so over protective of you. Elliot I could understand I'm surprised he's not had them queuing at the door for you to take your pick'

I smile at her; until Elliot met Kate he had a different girl almost every week. Mom used to tear her hair out wondering if we would see him with the same girl more than once. On the drive to the Bravern Centre, our local mall we continue the conversation.

Hannah asks 'Do you think Christian has ever had a girlfriend, he's never had his photo in the magazines or newspapers with a date'

'Why do you fancy him?'

'No and don't be silly. I know he's quite good looking and he's your brother but he does scare me.'

'He scares me as well at times. He has got a girlfriend, her names Ana. I met her last week and she's lovely, maybe he'll bring her to the ball. Are we stopping at Neimans first to look for you a dress for Saturday?'

'That would be good though I need to check my bank balance first to see if dads paid in my allowance'

'That's OK I need to check mine as well, Christian paid me for the work I did for him last week but I bet he paid me too much'

'He's spoils you, always has, it's his way of showing he cares. You need to see him soon to sort out the problems you have with each other. Have you emailed or texted him back yet?'

'No I'll do it later, I don't want to spend time thinking about him now and spoil our first date'

We drop the car with the valet and wander hand in hand round the mall to the bank. I check my account first as Hannah is trying to find her wallet in her over filled purse, why do women carry so much in their bags. I almost collapse on the spot, there must be some mistake.

'My brother is so over the top with his generosity, you don't need to check your bank balance I'll be buying everything you need today'

'Matt, Christian paid you for what you worked you don't have to spend that money on me' Hannah says.

'Do you call a hundred thousand dollars the normal rate for three and a half days work' I reply

'Well maybe it is a little over the top, let's stop for coffee first. I think you can afford it'

Coffee, shop. Dress, shoes, matching purse and mask bought for Hannah, new suit, shoes and mask for me. Lunch. Hang out for a couple of hours with some friends we met. Ice Cream. Drive home. One successful first date, we're both so happy and totally relaxed with each other it feels like it's always been like this rather than just one day.

We're at my home again, lying on a picnic rug near the shore. I'm so comfortable lying on my back arm round Hannah, whose hand is softly stroking my chest. My phone vibrates, it's a text from Christian 'Missed you at work today, had a couple of problems that I needed your help with' I sigh; he needs me and misses me.

'Hannah, would you mind if I just gave Christian a quick call?'

'Of course not, take all the time you need, I'll still be lying here waiting for you'

As I dial his number I stand and walk towards the jetty. Much as I want to share everything with Hannah this is one call I would rather make in private.

'Christian Grey's phone, Andrea speaking'

'Hi Andrea, can I speak with Christian please'

'Hi Matthew, Christian has just gone into a meeting and said he wasn't to be disturbed. Can you call him back later?' My heart sinks, it has taken me so long to call and now he's not available.

'Ok, Bye Andrea'

I sit down on the edge of the jetty, lost in thought. Hannah must have been watching me as I feel her arms around me and soon I am lost in her as she kisses me.