“You’re beautiful when you do that.”She dropped her gaze to his. “What’s that?”“Smile.”

“Adam stared down at me, his expression thunderous. It was you. I know it was you. My head was rocking side to side before I could stop it. No. I wrenched my hand free of his. Youre wrong.Im not! An...”

“No one is born with a talent. Talent is something we create on our own with practice and dedication.”

“He held me much closer than Carl had. His grip was firm and possessive. It left no doubt in anyones mind who I belonged to and that alone sent a thrill through me that I knew was wrong. He imprison...”

“No. No! he says.I . . . He looks wildly around the room. For inspiration? For divine intervention? I dont know.You cant go. Ana, I love you!I love you, too, Christian, its justNo . . . no! he says ...”

“You've brushed your teeth," He says, staring at me."I used your toothbrush."His lips quirk up in a half smile. "Oh Anastasia Steele, what am I going to do with you?”

“You are one brave woman," he whispers, "I am in awe of you.”