Favo Novel
Chapter 135
Chapter 135
I glance down at my phone and frown, there's a missed call from Christian. He never phones me. I call
him straight back.
"Anastasia," he answers immediately.
"Hi," I murmur shyly.
"I have to return to Seattle. Something's come up. I am on my way to Hilton Head now. Please
apologize to your mother - I can't make dinner." He sounds very businesslike.
"Nothing serious, I hope?"
"I have a situation which I have to deal with. I'll see you Friday. I'll send Taylor to collect you from the
airport if I can't come myself." He sounds cold. Angry even. But for the first time, I don't immediately
think it's me.
"Okay. I hope you sort out your situation. Have a safe flight."
"You too, baby," he breathes, and with those words, my Christian is back briefly. Then he hangs up.
Oh no. The last 'situation' he had was my virginity . Jeez, I hope it's nothing like that.
I gaze at my mom. Her earlier jubilation has metamorphosed into concern.
"It's Christian, he's had to go back to Seattle. He apologizes."
"Oh! That's a shame, darling. We can still have our barbecue, and now we have something to celebrate
- your new job! You have to tell me all about it."
It's late afternoon, and Mom and I are lying beside the pool. My mother has relaxed to the point where
she is literally horizontal now that Mr. Megabucks is not coming to dinner. As I lie in the sun,
endeavoring to lose the pale, I think about yesterday evening and breakfast today. I think about
Christian, and my ridiculous grin refuses to subside. It keeps creeping across my face, unbidden and
disconcerting, as I recall our various conversations and what we did... what he did.
There seems to be tidal shift in Christian's attitude. He denies it but - he admits he's trying for more.
What could have changedWhat has altered since he sent his long email and when I saw him
yesterdayWhat has he doneI sit up suddenly, almost spilling my Dr. Pepper. He had dinner with... her.
Elena.
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My scalp prickles at the realization. Did she say something to himOh... to have been a fly on the wall
during their dinner. I could have landed in her soup or on her wine glass and choked her.
"What is it, Ana, honey?" Mom asks, startled from her torpor.
"I'm just having a moment, Mom. What time is it?"
"About 6:30 p.m., darling."
Hmm... he won't have landed yet. Can I ask himShould I ask himOr perhaps she has nothing to do with
it. I fervently hope so. What did I say in my sleep Crap... some unguarded remark while dreaming about
him, I betWhatever it is, or was, I hope the sea of change is coming from within him and not because of
her.
I am sweltering in this damned heat. I need another dip in the pool.
As I get ready for bed, I switch on my computer. I have heard nothing from Christian.
Not even a word that he's arrived safely.
From: Anastasia Steele
Subject: Safe Arrival?
Date: June 2 2011 22:32 EST
To: Christian Grey
Dear Sir
Please let me know that you have arrived safely. I am starting to worry. Thinking of you.
Your Ana. x
Three minutes later, I hear the ping from my email in-box.
From: Christian Grey
Subject: Sorry
Date: June 2 2011 19:36
To: Anastasia Steele
Dear Miss Steele
I have arrived safely, and please accept my apologies for not letting you know. I don't want to cause
you any worry, it's heart warming to know that you care for me. I am thinking of you too and as ever
looking forward to seeing you tomorrow.
Christian Grey
CEO, Grey Enterprises Holdings Inc.
I sigh, Christian is back to formality.
From: Anastasia Steele
Subject: The Situation
Date: June 2 2011 22:40 EST
To: Christian Grey
Dear Mr. Grey
I think it is very evident that I care for you deeply. How could you doubt that?
I hope your 'situation' is in hand.
Your Ana x
PS: Are you going to tell me what I said in my sleep?
From: Christian Grey
Subject: Pleading the Fifth
Date: June 2 2011 19:45
To: Anastasia Steele
Dear Miss Steele
I like very much that you care for me. The 'situation' here is not yet resolved.
With regard to your PS: The answer is - No.
Christian Grey
CEO, Grey Enterprises Holdings Inc.
From: Anastasia Steele
Subject: Pleading Insanity
Date: June 2 2011 22:48 EST
To: Christian Grey
I hope it was amusing. But you should know I cannot accept any responsibility for what comes out of
my mouth when I am unconscious. In fact - you probably misheard me.
A man of your advanced years is surely a little deaf.
From: Christian Grey
Subject: Pleading Guilty
Date: June 2 2011 19:52
To: Anastasia Steele
Dear Miss Steele
Sorry, could you speak upI can't hear you.
Christian Grey
CEO, Grey Enterprises Holdings Inc.
From: Anastasia Steele
Subject: Pleading Insanity Again
Date: June 2 2011 22:54 EST
To: Christian Grey
You are driving me crazy.
From: Christian Grey
Subject: I hope so...
Date: June 2 2011 19:59
To: Anastasia Steele
Dear Miss Steele
I intend to do exactly that on Friday evening. Looking forward to it
;)
Christian Grey
CEO, Grey Enterprises Holdings Inc.
From: Anastasia Steele
Subject: Grrrrrr
Date: June 2 2011 23:02 EST
To: Christian Grey
I am officially pissed at you.
Goodnight.
Miss A. R. Steele
From: Christian Grey
Subject: Wild Cat
Date: June 2 2011 20:05
To: Anastasia Steele
Are you growling at me Miss Steele?
I possess a cat of my own for growlers.
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