Summary

In Chapter Nine, Ana is ecstatic that Christian has admitted his love for her. They make love again, and Ana is amazed at how gentle he can be. They go out, and Christian stops at a dealership to buy Ana a new Saab instead of the Audi that was vandalized. She says he does not have to, but he insists that he owes her a graduation gift. They settle on a Saab 9-3, and the dealership promises to have it available soon. They get back in Christian's car and decide on lunch next. Ana evaluates the situation, happy to know that she is not afraid that Christian will “punish” her, no matter what (207). She believes he is comfortable with the situation as well.

When they reach the restaurant on the marina, Christian lets Ana choose her drink and food, but she agrees to...