Christian's POV

I could feel that something was different, and Natalie did confirm my suspicions. I think I was played. Damn women… but how? Taylor seemed to be in the loop as well. Guess everybody worked behind my back. It's time I play my cards well.

From: Christian
Subject: Ploys, Play and Plots.
Date: 15th September 2014 07.05
To: Anastasia

It just occurred to me that we haven't played nice these couple of days. Especially when certain women, and Taylor are in the loop.

I'd like to inform you that you found me in a very weak situation, and that two can play this game, which mind you, I will rise to the occasion. 'Wink wink nudge nudge'

I'll soon be home, and we're going to have a very long talk.

Your loving, overdramatic, badass, not stupid husband :p

Christian Grey,

CEO, Grey Enterprises Holding Inc.

I quickly sent the e-mail as I reviewed it. There was no way that 2 girls could trick me using my wife as bait. Wait… maybe she was in this too! Taylor knew something…

'Taylor…'

'Yes Christian. Is there anything you need?'

'Ohh… wait, let me see… I'm getting the feeling that you know something that I don't know.'

'Who me?'

'Yeah…' I replied. '…and it has to do something with Sera and the Audi…'

'I was wondering how long it was going to take you to figure this out…' he chuckled. 'I'll let Sera and Ana tell you everything. It's not my place Christian.'

'So you know!'

'Yeah… for months now…'

'Taylor!' I warned.

'Hey, you are the one controlling!' He laughed lightly as my phone vibrated from Ana's new unread e-mail.

From: Anastasia
Subject: Antic is a better word.
Date: 15th September 2014 07.10
To: Christian

I was thinking about that as well… However you don't have to worry. The bedroom in Aspen is waiting for us.

Regarding Taylor and women, I'd suggest that you'll look deeper into things. I may have to call John for your overbearing and obsessive behaviour.

I can assure you that you were a valuable opponent, and for sure you weren't weak. You didn't give in immediately.

What amazed me is how you didn't suspect anything!

However, looking on the bright side, or daughter finally gave in on staying at ASPEN WITH US instead of going to the dorms. It worked as planned.

Your loving and sensitive wife, that s waiting for you.

Anastasia Grey.

From: Christian
Subject: NOT SO HAPPY – Don't really mind the colloquial wording – Not a human dictionary – far more important things to discuss.
Date: 15th September 2014 07.12
To: Anastasia

Your overbearing and obsessive husband just wants to keep OUR daughter safe. There is absolutely nothing wrong with that. Calling John will make me look better, because he'll agree with me.

What I don't understand is why she didn't ask me herself! I mean, you had to do all of this just to give her some independence.

I must advice you, that my palm is twitching.

We are going to talk about this Ana… And we're doing it tonight when Sera is at home. I don't understand why she couldn't come to me! :( It only made me realise more how much different and afraid she is to even share things with me. Ana what can I do?

I'm soon home honey… we just made a quick stop.

Love,

Christian Grey.

From: Anastasia
Subject: Too long subject – Christian don't blow this out of proportion.
Date: 15th September 2014 07.20
To: Christian

I know you are trying to keep her safe, but you also need to realise that she is not 5 anymore, and I will be bringing this up sometime when we invite John over, and we'll see who's right.

Seriously Christian? You expect her to come to you when till now every answer you gave to drive was a BIG NO? You were jumping over her neck. Christian she loves you and trust you, and talking to her will help. Just don't make her feel guilty. She asked me to help her out. There is nothing wrong with that. If it was for me, I would have allowed her behind the wheel for years now Christian. I don't understand why all this commotion and fuss you're doing! You're blowing this way out of PROPORTION!

What you can do is to trust her for once! And not be over her, ready to cut her off on the first attempt to ask for something. I know you're trying to be there for her, but this is pre-school incident all over again Christian. Try to put yourself in her situation, and you will understand… she put up with your rules… for once just give her this. She never asks for anything, and she's a good driver. I must admit she drives better than I do… and my father said this, and you know how Ray is!

Christian stop overthinking everything. We are blessed with a mature young responsible daughter. Do not push it!

As for your twitchy palm, I would love to take care of the situation as we arrive in Aspen.'Wink wink nudge nudge'

I love you Christian, and so does your daughter. Please do get through your thick skull.

Your loving wife. Xxxx

I always hated it when Ana proved me wrong. She was right. I only had to let her grow up, and she didn't give me anything on which to doubt her.

As we arrived in Aspen, we continued renovating the rooms. We had every piece of furniture in place. The only thing left to fix where up to us. Gail was still moving her things and on Ana's request, we decided to allow our daughter the liberty of fixing her own room. We both knew that she wanted it to remain the same. She hated change, just like I did, but this was the best change we could have ever done.

'Mr. Grey, if I recall correctly, you have a twitchy palm…' Ana started teasing, as she came from behind me.

'As a matter of fact… I did… and I still have…' I smiled weakly as I kissed her hungrily.

'The bed is waiting for us!'

'I thought it would be…'

I pulled her gently and guided her to our new room. She continued kissing me and I didn't hold anything back. There were hands flying everywhere… she pushed me gently on the bed and I placed her astride me. I pulled her close, and little I know that I was already almost naked.

'Hey, you're still dressed Mrs. Grey…'

'It's your job to strip me Mr. Grey…' She teased as I started or better get continued my job. She was naked underneath me, but soon she stopped the kiss. 'Somebody had a twitchy palm if I recall correctly.'

'As a matter of fact, somebody did…' I replied as I pulled her to me, and set her across my knee. 'Now, do you know why I'm spanking you?'

'Because I played dirty?' She asked as I ran my hand on her buttocks.

'…dirty what Anastasia?'

'Dirty sir…' She replied as I ran the 2nd spank… It wasn't long till I was on my fifth one and I pulled her panty down and caressed her gently. 'Oh my, you're so ready for me…'

'Aren't I always Christian…' She replied as I pulled her back to her feel and sat her back down on the bed.

'Good…' I smiled I removed my underwear. 'Then be ready for this…' I said as I entered my wife, catching her off guard. She moaned and pulled me closer to her. I felt closer, and closer, and my love only kept increasing. We moved in rhythmic motions.

'Oh Christian…'

'Come for me baby!' said hoarsely as I felt her shatter underneath me. Her whole body convulsed, and it wasn't long till I also came, and collapsed on top of her.

'Wow…that was…'

'Amazing…' We said in unison.

'What do you say if we rest a bit?' I suggested, as I hugged her close to me.

'Mhmm… I'll love that!' she replied as she started drifting to sleep.

'…and you said that I'm old?' I teased.

'Don't push it Grey…' She punched lightly.

At around 6pm, as promised she came to work after school. I decided to take Ana's advice, and start giving her some independence. She and Carter also went out for a half-hour coffee, and it seemed to have relinquished the tiring day she had endured. The only upside to this situation was that she wouldn't be able to see Carter every day, so some time apart would actually help her in have some time and space for herself.

At around 8pm we were at home. She looked tired, but still excited. Guess adrenaline still ran high.

Ana's POV

I didn't agree with Christian's philosophy. But who am I to change it? He's so damned stubborn. Sera loved her first day, and we started decorating her room as it was back in Escala. When she was 8 years old, we had done it together, and 10 years later, it's no different.

'So, did you join any committees?' I started.

'Yes, I'm in the editorial newspaper for med school committee, prom committee, and PR.' She replied. 'Natalie and I both joined. It would look good on our Résumés.'

'That's great!' I smiled.

'…and you know what's even better? Natalie and I get to suggest the theme to prom night which is going to be held next May/June…'

'Sera, don't you think you've taken too much of a challenge here? I know you want to get as much experience as you can.. but with school, study, work, and Carter, your own time will practically be gone… How are you going to keep up with these? Besides… what about us? You're not going to have any time for us…' Christian reasoned.

'Easy dad! We met once a month and communicate via e-mail, so the weekly meetings won't actually happen. You guys will see me around at home… as I don't live with Nat… At work you'll have your paperwork done and necessary things ready, I'll study at night and when I come back from school, and during any free…' she explained. 'Everything is organised dad. Don't worry…' She smiled.

'I hope so…'

'We just don't want you to stress out…' I smiled.

'Don't worry mum…' She smiled as she checked the time. 'Gail, dinner was delicious… Thanks…'

'Wow… where are you going?' Christian stopped her.

'I finished almost everything dad…'

'It's not that…' He replied. 'What I meant is why aren't you going to spend more time with us!'

'…because, I have to set my books, timetables make a study timetable, organise some stuff, list what I have to buy, and finish your paperwork…'She smiled.

'Come on' I haven't seen you all day…' I tried.

'I won't b long. I'll do the paper work in the living room if you want.'

'That's better…' I smiled.

'You do know that it can wait… Right?' Christian suggested.

'I know dad. It's just I'd rather get this work done as I have some time. I don't want anything to pile up.'

'All I'm saying is that you need to take it easy!'

'I am dad… Don't worry…' she smiled as she kissed his cheek and made her way to her room.

'She looks… fresh…' I commented.

'I just hope she doesn't overdo it…'

'We'll keep tabs baby…' I smiled as I kissed him. 'Christian, I love you…'

'I love you too honey…'

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