A/N: Hi! I hope all of you are safe. I am happy to report that I am feeling 100% better! My family was worried about me for a while but God is good. We are all better, just now under this quarantine in California (which is ridiculous btw) I love you all, stay safe, and moisturized because I tell you if I wash my hands anymore they will turn a different shade! LOL.
All mistakes are my own.
Don't they have a date?
"You look beautiful, baby."
Ana smiled as she stood in front of her husband. She was glad she wore the pink spaghetti strapped dress. She did feel like a harlot, but at least her husband looked at her as if he could eat her up. She giggled when his eyes zeroed in on her boobs. Which were pretty much on display.
"I have to say, Ana. I'm really liking the fact that you had our Teddy." Ana rolled her eyes before sliding her arm through his. They walked out of their front door and to a new giant black SUV.
"When did you get this?"
Smirking, Christian steered her to the passenger side.
"After golf. Your father was talking about new safety trucks that Audi had come out with and we went to the dealership. Since we plan on having more kids, I figured why not. Plus it looks good," he added before assisting her in the car. When he slid into the driver's seat Ana looked at him.
"We plan on having more kids?" she said softly. Grabbing her hand he kissed it before nodding.
"Yes. I didn't put a ring on your finger for nothing," he said winking at her. She gasped before shaking her head at his audacity. Although she secretly liked it. After everything they'd been through it was nice to just be themselves. With their son.
"Speaking of kids, who is watching Teddy tonight?" Starting the car Christian pulled out of the driveway and onto the street.
"Your father. When he heard you and I was going out he volunteered his services. Carla and Ray have him hostage. And probably eating stuff he shouldn't," Christian muttered. Ana laughed before sinking into the comfortable plush seats.
"Baby. They love him so much. All of our family does. If they give him a little more sweets than usual it's not bad."
"Your mother is promoting childhood obesity," Christian deadpanned. Ana snorted.
"No, she's not. Teddy just like her cakes. Besides all babies are cute and chubby. He will grow out of it. Now, where are you taking me to eat?"
Ana was surprised.
They drove into Seattle to eat at some upscale restaurant. Ana smiled when the waitress brought over their menus. Once they placed their orders Ana looked out of the window. They were on the top floor and they could see the entire city. When she turned to Christian she blushed when his eyes were on her face.
"What?" she said softly. Christian smiled before reaching over and taking her hand.
"Just admiring how beautiful you are. And how happy I am that you and I are married, and still in love with one another." Ana squeezed his hand before smiling back.
"I am too. I'm so happy with our life, and with our son. Teddy and you are the loves of my life. I don't know what I'd do without either of you."
Christian could see it in Ana's pretty eyes that she meant every word. He was still floored by this woman who loved him unconditionally.
"One of my senior employees is going through a tough time. His wife wants to divorce him. Turns out she's been cheating on him multiple times. When he told me I was surprised. I was expecting anger or harsh resentment. But he looked defeated. He told me that he needed time off because what she'd done completely changed his way of thinking. He said that she gave up on their love, and she gave up on them. I, of course, gave him the time off with pay, but I don't know Ana. That was a lot for me to process."
And she could see it. His eyes held that troubling look. But more importantly, she could still see that tiny bit of uncertainty with their own relationship. She never got insulted. Because she knew of his past. And she knew that Christian strived to be perfect because during his younger years he felt such chaos. It gave him the control he needed to function.
"I know it was, baby. I'm sorry about your employee." Ana was silent as she could see Christian was mulling something over in his head. She didn't have to wait long before he turned honest eyes on her.
"I don't want to give up on us. I know we'll fight and sometimes not agree on everything, but I love you too much to ever give up on you Ana. I hope you know that." His words always touched Ana, and this time was no different. Tears were in her eyes as she spoke.
"I love you too, Christian, and I won't ever give up on us." Ana paused before continuing.
"Years ago when I was thinking about leaving I really didn't want to. But I didn't see another way. I didn't think we were on the same page. Now that I think about it I feel completely stupid that I let doubt creep in."
"I think it's normal, Ana. Besides we weren't talking. And I was avoiding the obvious. We were both wrong, but we fixed it. I want us to learn to communicate more when things get tough."
Ana beamed at that.
"I want the same. So let's make a deal. Whenever something feels off, or we're not sure about something, we talk about it."
"I can do that," he said.
After their meal, Christian pulled a box out of his pocket and slid it over to Ana. She gasped before looking back at him.
"What is this?"
Smirking he tapped it.
"Open it and see for yourself." Taking the box off the table Ana opened it and her mouth dropped open. Inside was a pink diamond ring. It was surrounded by smaller diamonds and the band was also made of diamonds. It was absolutely beautiful.
"Christian! This is stunning. But, I have a wedding ring," she said quietly. Christian took her right hand before sliding it on.
"I know. But I wanted you to have another ring. Something pretty and unique. Something that made me think of you." He took it out of the box and turned it around.
"It's engraved." Ana took the ring from his hand. Her eyes teared up when she read what it said.
"My heart," she whispered.
"You are, Ana. You're my heart. I can't live without you or Teddy."
Standing, Ana rounded the table before kissing him deeply. She pulled away when he groaned. When she pulled away she tilted her head.
"What?"
He stood with her before whispering in her ear.
"I'm trying to be a gentleman, but I can't help thinking about your breasts in this dress. I'm hard as a rock," he murmured, to which she laughed aloud. Several other people glanced in their direction, and they smiled at the happy couple embracing one another as they left the restaurant.
Ana and Christian pulled up at Ray and Carla's hotel. They would stay in town for weeks sometimes before heading back out. Ana was happy though because her parents told her recently that they were considering moving closer because they wanted to be near Ana, and their grandchild. She stepped out of the car, but before she could move any further, Christian pulled her close to his body and kissed her senseless. After several heated moments, he pulled away causing her to blink her eyes slowly. She sighed when he ran his hands over her breasts.
"After we get my son, I want you spread out for me in bed. Wearing nothing but that ring. And that red lipstick," he growled. Ana raised her brow.
"Been thinking about this for a while?"
"You have no idea," he confessed. He slapped her backside as they walked into the hotel, and headed to the elevator. They already had the room number. Once they stepped off onto the elevator, Christian knocked on the door. Ana smiled when she heard Teddy's excited babbles. Carla opened the door smiling at the two.
"Ana, Christian! You look amazing! Come inside." Carla stepped back allowing them to enter. Her parents stayed in a suite so they had a living room and a separate bedroom. When she rounded the corner, Ana smiled when she saw Teddy.
"Mama! Mama!" Jogging over to him she snatched him out of her dad's hold and picked up him. She kissed his soft cheeks laughing at his giggles as he set his hands on top of her chest. She blew raspberries on his soft neck and felt her heart squeeze when he sighed and laid his head on her chest. Christian saw the exchange and it made him smile. He liked that his son would know his mother and that Ana loved him. He walked over and kissed her softly before kissing his son's head. Teddy's head shot up and he reached his arms out to Christian. Ana laughed before handing him over.
"Looks like your son wants you," she said before kissing Christian's cheek. He grabbed him and tossed him once in the air before cradling him. Ana went to speak with her mother, and it left him alone with Ray for a moment.
"He was okay?"
Nodding, Ray smiled.
"He's a good boy. I wouldn't expect anything less from Annie's kid." Christian rolled his eyes before glancing at a grinning Ray. The man wouldn't budge with Christian, but he was starting not to mind. Honestly, he was looking forward to future interactions with the man treating him less than the business tycoon he'd become. It was refreshing.
The couple visited for a while longer before Teddy yawned and settled into Christian's arms. Christian smiled before silently gesturing to Ana that they should head out.
"You guys are leaving tomorrow?" Ana asked. Carla nodded.
"Yes, dear. Your father has promised to take me to Italy, so we are going." Ana's eyes widened in shock. She turned to her dad who smiled sheepishly.
"I thought you didn't want to leave the country for a while dad?" Rolling his eyes he pulled Ana close before kissing her cheek.
"What can I say? Your mother always makes the final call." Carla smirked but said nothing. The older woman kissed Teddy's soft cheek, sighing when he blinked his eyes open.
"Such a beautiful baby. You did good Ana," she said before winking at Christian.
"You did as well. I want another grandchild Christian," Carla said bluntly. Ana squawked and Christian grinned wickedly.
"Soon as I put this one down, I'll work on it, Carla." Ana rolled her eyes before kissing her dad and her mom.
"Bye. Be safe. And call me when you get there."
"We will darling! We'll bring back some stuff for Teddy."
Arriving home fifteen minutes later Ana gently unstrapped her boy before cradling him to her chest. She marveled at his soft breath across her skin.
"He must've had a busy day," she commented. Christian locked the car doors before following her into the house. Once the doors were locked he nodded.
"He did. But Mrs. Grey I will take over. I want you in our bedroom ready in fifteen minutes." Ana shivered before blushing and nodded.
"Yes, sir."
Looks like we'll have another chapter from these two soon. Love you all!