Mulan awoke at the alarm clock screeching in her ears. She grumbled and cursed under her breath. She was perfectly fine without it, but the stubborn blonde insisted she get one. Filled with annoyance she immediately threw it against the wall, breaking it into pieces. Even though she has been in this strange new world with Aurora for awhile, she still couldn't adjust to the newer things, like the alarm clock. Aurora woke with the startle of both the alarm clock ringing and the banging of it against the wall. Mulan, smiled at the broken clock that laid on the floor, and got out of the bed to get herself ready for her sheriff duties. "Mulan...?" Aurora laid up from the other side of the bed, worry filling her eyes. Mulan looked over her shoulder, "Hm?"

"Are you feeling okay?" Aurora kept the blanket on her body from how chilly the early morning was. Mulan nodded, she wasn't really in the mood to talk or explain her actions. Even though a few months ago, they had a talk about her being able to change for Aurora's sake, she still couldn't adjust very well. Aurora knew the Warrior was still hurt from setting her sword and armor aside. Mulan started to undress from her pj's-shorts and a tank top-into her more casual work clothes, which consisted of a black shirt, blue jeans, and of course the signature bronze leather jacket, which Aurora bought for her, thinking it was cute for Mulan's slender body. Aurora got out of the bed and headed toward Mulan's tense back. She hugged her from behind, even though the Warrior wasn't finished putting her clothes on. Mulan felt Aurora's warm breath on her own bare back, chills running up and down her spine from the contact of her. "I hope you have a wonderful day." Aurora whispered into Mulan's back, smiling. Mulan smiled, she let Aurora embrace her for a few quiet moments, until she really had to leave. Aurora helped Mulan put on her leather jacket, loving the sleek look that made Mulan look both strong and beautiful. "I'll bring you some lunch as always!" Aurora said waving to her Warrior who waved back skipping down the stairs of the apartment. Aurora leaned against the opening of the door, thinking She doesn't have to keep it in. There was nothing in our land for us anyways... But I don't blame her, she misses being a Warrior.

Mulan was sitting at the Sheriff's desk taking calls from a million people who lost either there cat or their dog, either way, Mulan was getting frustrated and kept telling them the animal shelter would be the better option. Mulan slammed the phone down before slouching in her chair. She looked around the empty room filled with cabinets, papers, and the small jail cell. She began to look out the small windows that were kept high up, gazing at the sky and how the sun was so bright on this day. Being Sheriff sure has its perks... Mulan fiddled with a pen before she heard the door opening, she glanced at the clock, seeing it wasn't even noon yet. "Aurora, I thought you were coming for lun-" Mulan looked over to see a woman dressed nicely in a bright yellow dress, carrying books. "B-belle! I didn't know you were coming" Mulan stood a bit embarrassed, no one knew of Mulan and Aurora being together. Belle smiled wide, "How have you been Sheriff?" she says laughing at the thought of Mulan a sheriff. "It's been..." Mulan tries to think of words than bland and boring "Well." Mulan scrunched her eyebrows, that was not what she wanted to say. Belle grinned, "Well, I know how much Aurora loves to read so I brought you these books to give to her." Mulan blushes, knowing Belle doesn't know anything, but she still feels shy about the subject. "Thanks, I'll be sure to swing by and give them to her." Mulan smiling knowing how kind Belle has been the past days both to her and Aurora Before Belle went to leave, seeing Mulan set the books in her messenger bag, she began to ask Mulan about how she felt in this world. "Do you like it here?"

"It's fine, It's interesting."

"Are you sure? Do you like your job?" Mulan was stuck there, she didn't really see any action in her profession, but she didn't know what else to do. "Well, if you want to keep busy, I need a lot of help in the library, especially carrying books and stuff. So If you want to swing by I could use the muscle." Belle hugged Mulan before leaving to get back to the Library. Mulan sat in her chair, looking at the books Aurora requested, she began to think about the possibility of working with Belle. Well, this job its great and all... Mulan looked around the room once more, No it's not. But actually doing something other than sitting in an empty room taking calls...I could use the constant busyness of helping Belle with organizing books and sorts...and besides, Aurora is plenty busy at her fun job. Mulan swung her char around watching the blur of the bleak office. I'll consider it.

When it was about 2 PM Mulan was already bored out of her mind. She filed all the files, cleaned the room, twice, made sure all the keys worked, and even started reading one of Aurora's books. By the time she was halfway done she heard the door open. She set the book down and saw Aurora with her lunch. Aurora happily skipped toward Mulan, "Mulan~ I brought your lunch!" Aurora set the bag down on the desk as Mulan walked up at pulled Aurora near her by her apron. "I've been so bored!" Mulan said as she leaned against the desk with Aurora in-between her legs. "What did you do today?" Aurora asked as their fingers played a game of entanglement. "Ohhh, you know cleaning, more cleaning. And oh! Filing." Mulan grinned beginning to kiss Aurora's neck. "Mu-Mulan! I've got to get back to the diner!" Aurora tried to speak without groaning all her words. "Right this second?" Mulan kissing Aurora's pulse point, moving upward nipping her ear gently. "Yes...Ruby..she doesn't know..." Aurora was beginning to get enthralled by Mulan's seductive kisses. "That we are together." Aurora finally pushing herself from Mulan, who slightly grinned from their little sexual fest. "Oh! And Belle brought these for you." Mulan picked up the books from her bag, along with the one that she started to read. "this one is actually quite interesting. This character is named Aurora and-" Aurora began to blush taking the book away from Mulan's fingers. Aurora shyly smiled, "I just wanted to see how they portrayed me in this world..." Aurora's face went red looking down at the floor. Mulan came closer to Aurora putting her arms around her, still looking at her. "well, they forgot to mention how beautiful you are, and how you are in love with a Warrior. The fierce, brave, strong Mulan." Mulan laughed kissing Aurora's nose. Aurora giggled, "You forgot mesmerizing because I'm going to be yelled at!" Aurora gave Mulan a quick kiss on her cheek, taking the books and left the office quickly. Mulan smiled as she watched her love leave. I've really got to get a new job...

Mulan, after her shift was over, headed to the diner to come collect Aurora and a cup if juice. Mulan didn't really like the taste of coffee, only adored the smell. Mulan walked in the diner that was reduced to a few familiar faces, she nodded hi to grumpy, Charming, Snow, and Emma. Mulan sat at the front of the counter, watching her little busy bee make coffee and donuts. "Hey Mulan!" Ruby came around handing her a glass of homemade juice. "Hello Ruby, how's the diner today?" Mulan gave a smile before sipping her juice. "it was really busy! We had a lot of people wanting lunch today, especially a deliver." Ruby joked about Aurora being late. Mulan stopped breathing, she wasn't ready to say anything about their relationship. Aurora hurried over nudging Ruby, "she's lying. We had like...4 people ask for deliveries." Aurora smiled tensely at Mulan, who gulped down her juice. Before any more awkwardness came to Mulan, she felt a hard pat on her back, turning around she saw Emma. "Hello ms. Swan."
"Mulan, hey have I told you that your duty really shows in this jacket."
"You are quite funny Emma. For someone who has none." Mulan and Emma exchanged hardy laughs before Mulan dropped the question of quitting. "Is the office too boring for your courageous lifestyle?" Emma grinned letting out a grunt-laugh. "it's just, not busy enough for me." Mulan shrugged finishing off her juice. Emma nodded in agreement and understanding. "I understand, nothing really happens...only when Regina or Cora do something..." Emma says a little hushed. "well, I won't hold it against you, but if any troubles stirs I'll be sure to call you and your sword out as Sheriff." Mulan smiled delighted, she patted Emma on the arm before returning to Aurora and Ruby, who were engaged in a very serious conversation of giggles. Mulan glanced at the clock seeing it was about closing time for Granny's, which was 8pm. "Ready to go?" Mulan asked interrupting the conversation. Aurora still laughing replied a breathy yes and began taking her apron off. Mulan set the glass on the counter while reaching in her back pocket for money. "Thanks for the juice! I really need to learn how to make it." Mulan said before strolling off with Aurora. As they walked out the door, Emma called out snickering, "go buy a blender juice princess!" Mulan eyed Emma before the closed. As soon as they walked around the quiet alley, Aurora took Mulan's hands, which were colder than Hers, and sighed happily. "I'm really glad we came here!" Aurora squealed. Mulan kissed Aurora's head, she couldn't help but feel all bubbly inside. "What were you and Emma talking about?" Aurora asked swaying their hands like a Child would. "oh y'know, that I'll be getting a new job." Mulan couldn't help the giddiness in her voice. "Really?! Where?"
"At Belle's Library...if that's okay with you, Princess?" Mulan looked over at Aurora serious, she didn't want any jealousy or weirdness about it. "No! I think it's great. Ruby has been telling me how much help Belle needs, I was actually going to ask you about it!" Mulan smiled knowing the night couldn't get any better.