A/N: Oh, god, I've started another verse.
Bear with me, guys. I really love this one.
I really do hope they explore the idea of Emma and Killian adopting a kid on the show—I think it could be done quite beautifully, if we're being honest. Hopefully, we'll get to see it.
Anyways, I really hope you all like the first part of the introduction to Emma and Killian's new kid!
Enjoy!
Killian and Emma had talked endlessly about having another kid around.
Henry was in college already and back for winter break, and little Liam would be bored without someone to play with, or grow up with.
Emma was weary about having another baby, with all of the work and the stress it put on her body.
So, they started searching around for an adoption agency.
Emma and Killian both knew well enough what it was like to be an orphan, what it was like to be alone at such a young age.
They wanted to help a little kid find a home.
And, that's just what they did.
"Love, ready to go?"
"I think so." Emma nodded, rising to her feet off the couch, "Henry, thanks for watching Liam."
"You know it's not a chore for me." He grinned, shutting off the video game Emma was watching him play, "Come back with a cool kid, okay?"
Emma giggled, pressing a kiss to the top of his head and walking around the couch, towards the door.
"We'll be back soon-Liam should be waking up from his nap soon."
"Perfect. See you later." Henry smiled as they walked out the door.
"Emma, love, you look worried." Killian sighed, taking her hand in his as they walked to her car, "What's wrong?"
"I don't know. I haven't been able to shake the stupid nerves all week."
"Are you nervous about doing this? About adopting a child?"
"I guess." She sighed, stopping before opening the car door.
"There's nothing to be worried about, love. We'll go today and meet some of them, we'll see if any catch our attention." Killian smiled, squeezing her hand, "I'll be right by your side."
"Thank you." She whispered as he kissed the top of her head before going around the other side to get in on the passenger side. She slipped into the driver's seat, turned on the car, and started down the road.
It didn't take too long to get to the agency, and it looked far too similar to the ones Emma spent time in for her liking. She took a shaky breath as she parked, making Killian take her hand.
"Love, I promise, everything will be just fine." He smiled, squeezing her hand.
"I know." She replied softly.
"Let's go find a new addition, love." He whispered, pressing a kiss to her lips this time, before slipping out of the car and letting go of her hand.
She finally got out, following Killian inside. The lobby was bright and colorful, unlike most of the orphanages she'd been in and out of. There were children running about, making Killian chuckle as they stepped up to the desk.
"Are you Mr. and Mrs. Jones?" The young lady asked sweetly.
"Aye, we are." Killian smiled, "You've a beautiful sweater on."
Emma rolled her eyes with a smile. Of course he was going to be obnoxious.
"Aww, thank you!" She giggled, handing them a clipboard, "If you'll just fill that out quickly, we'll get you all set up to go meet some of the children."
"Thank you." Emma smiled, taking it and following Killian to the chairs by the window.
"What do you think, Swan?" He grinned, nudging her as she started filling out the short paperwork.
"It's definitely brighter and happier than the ones I stayed in." She spoke with a small smile.
"I agree-Liam and I stayed in disgusting homes. We used to have to do the dishes and clean. These children are at least getting a chance at a normal childhood." Killian spoke quietly.
"Any stand out to you?"
"Not yet, but I'm sure once we meet some, we'll find just the right boy or girl to bring home." Killian whispered, pressing a kiss to her cheek.
"I hope you're right."
"You'd be surprised, love. I can be right sometimes." Killian chuckled, making Emma smile.
"So, what do we tell them about the family tree stuff?"
"I think it depends on how old the child is." Killian shrugged, "I say... we leave out the pillaging and plundering for another time, perhaps."
Emma giggled at that, nudging against him.
"Sign here, dork." She giggled, handing him the pen and watching him sign his name with the swirly letters she loved.
"Ready for this?" He asked, handing it back to her.
"As ready as I can be." Emma smiled, rising from her seat. Killian followed her back over to the desk, where she turned in the clipboard.
"Perfect! And, you can go wait in one of the rooms to the left-someone from our staff will bring in one child at a time that match your wishes-though, if I remember correctly, you were the couple that had very few."
"We aren't a picky bunch." Killian smiled, "Thank you, lass."
He set his hand on the small of Emma's back and led her to the room the secretary had been talking about, sitting down at the table.
"Look at all of the toys." Killian chuckled, glancing around at all of the stuffed animals and plastic toys strewn about.
"It looks like Liam's room." Emma grinned.
"Aye, it does." Killian chuckled just as they brought in the first little girl.
It was going to be a long day, Emma thought as Killian squeezed her hand.
They'd met so many kids-Emma wanted to take all of them home. Every last one of them was absolutely adorable, and kind, and just perfectly adoptable.
The one that stood out, though, was a girl who was about twelve years old. She was easily the oldest they'd talked to that day, and probably the oldest kid at the orphanage.
Lucy was her name-she had light, brown hair and pretty hazel eyes. She was a bit quiet to start, but once Killian and Emma got her talking, she was hilarious. Like Emma, she'd been in the system her whole life, so she knew how it worked-the older kids never got adopted.
Emma didn't want any other kids but her.
"Killian, I liked her." Emma whispered as they sat in another room, one to sign a paper to let one child spend the night with them.
"Lucy?" Killian asked in response, "I quite liked her, too. She was sweet-she seemed to take to us."
"She reminds me of myself when I was stuck in this system." Emma replied, making Killian smile.
"Let's bring her home, then." He offered.
"You think she'll get along with the boys?" Emma asked, "I think they were looking more for a brother, and one closer to Liam's age."
"I think it'd do us all some good to have a girl around the house." Killian smiled, "Besides, she seems like she'll be just fine with the boys. She kind of fits right in between their ages, which I think is perfect."
"Okay." Emma grinned, "Let's take her home for the night and see how the boys like her."
"Sounds like a plan to me, love." Killian smiled, "Why don't you go call the boys and at least let them know about the situation, and I'll handle this."
"Okay." Emma nodded, grinning as he pressed a kiss to her cheek before allowing her to get up and leave the room.
She pulled her phone out and dialed Henry's number, smiling when he answered.
"Are we getting a cool sibling tonight?"
"Well, not quite yet," Emma giggled, "But, we do have someone coming to stay the night."
"Yeah?"
"Mhmm. Her name is Lucy, and she'll a real sweetheart. I think you two will love her."
"How old is she?"
Emma smiled at his excitement.
"She's about twelve."
"So, she's, like, right between Liam and I!"
"Yep."
"She sounds cool."
"Just a warning, though, she's a bit shy, so don't attack her when she gets into the door."
"I won't."
"Maybe sit Liam down and talk to him?"
"I will. I mean, he's five, so I don't know if he'll listen, but I'll try."
"Thank you."
"Of course. I'm excited to meet her, and I'm sure Liam is, too." Henry spoke happily, and Emma could practically see his smile.
"We'll see you soon, okay?"
"Okay." Henry chuckled, hanging up.
Emma couldn't believe all of this was happening.
"Ready to go get Lucy?" Killian smiled as he walked out of the room.
"Yes." Emma beamed.
"Let's go, then."
Killian and Emma went to go get her, helping her pack an overnight bag before the three piled into Emma's car.
"Your car is really cute, Mrs. Jones." Lucy noted.
"You can call me Emma, sweetie." Emma grinned as she started it, "Thank you."
"So, Lucy, have you ever been sailing?" Killian asked with a smile as Emma started driving.
"No, I haven't." She replied with a small smile.
"Perhaps, before you leave tomorrow morning, we'll take my boat out for a ride." Killian offered, making Lucy giggle.
"Really?"
"Of course, lass." Killian smiled, looking to Emma.
"I'll change it in the morning." Emma whispered.
"Perfect."
"Where did you say you lived again?" Lucy asked.
"Storybrooke-it's a very small town."
"It sounds familiar." Lucy smiled, "I think I visited once before."
"Really?"
"Maybe, when I was really little."
"It's a great town-I think you'll like it. There's lots to do." Killian offered.
"I'm excited to see it tomorrow." Lucy spoke sweetly.
"Ready to meet the boys?" Emma grinned.
"I think so."
"I told them to be good, so hopefully they'll listen." Emma giggled.
"I'm sure they're nice." Lucy smiled.
"Oh, they certainly are-they can just be a little... too excited sometimes." Killian chuckled.
"I've never had brothers at any of the foster homes I've been at-only sisters." Lucy spoke with a small smile.
"You never forget your firsts." Killian grinned, making Emma roll her eyes with a smile. Of course he would.
"Alright, we're now crossing the town line." Emma smiled, watching Lucy look anxiously out of her window. It was growing dark outside, a sign that winter was on its way.
"It's so cute!" Lucy smiled as they passed Granny's. Emma smiled to Killian, knowing she'd fit right in.
"It is a quaint little town." Killian grinned, "It's a great place for families."
"I bet." Lucy spoke softly, glancing at everything she could.
They finally made it to their little house by the water, making Lucy smile.
"You live here?"
"We do." Killian grinned, "Perhaps, if all goes well, you will, too."
Lucy's smile was absolutely priceless to Emma. She was clearly so happy.
"Let's give you a tour, aye?"
"I'd love that." Lucy smiled, following them into their house.