This is my first story I have even written I am editing the first 16 chapters though, I got so excited I forgot all about grammer. I hope you all enjoy this is a Captain Swan, I hope you like it. Reviews would be amazing thank you all for the support!

Once upon a time there was a beautiful Queen and King, the famous Snow White and Prince Charming, who lived in the Enchanted Forest. Their lives were far from perfect, nothing was a fairy tale, and everyday there was a new threat. Their biggest threat being Regina, the Evil Queen, Snow White's step mother who threatens their happiness, especially now since Snow White was with a child, a child who would change the course of the Enchanted Forest and everyone in it.

"We cannot keep living like this, constant fear that she will succeed" Snow was pacing back and forth in the nursery, which was ready for their dear daughter to come into this world. Charming was trying to keep Snow at peace, saying the Evil Queen will not succeed that they will find a way to save their daughter from her wrath.

"She won't succeed Snow, we have stopped her before and we will do it again, she will not get our daughter." Charming was then at his wife's side

"This isn't fair she keeps coming after us and now Emma will pay for my mistake." Snow was in tears rubbing her stomach, any day now her daughter will come, and any day she will be taken from her. Crying into her husband's shoulder she thinks they have no choice they have to send her away.

"Charming we have to make a deal with him"

"No not him I will not make any more deals with him"

"He has changed he has Belle now he isn't the same anymore he can help Emma"

Charming thought this over for a second, would it be so bad to ensure his daughters safety. Snow was looking at him with pleading eyes so scared and so frightened, her daughter's life was on the line, and she would do anything to protect her.

"We will call upon him for our daughter" Charming sighed, he wasn't sure this was a good idea.

"Rumplestiltskin, do you know why we sent for you?" Snow was staring at the Dark One, who looks to be a normal man, but in his eyes something dark and evil lingers.

"Yes dearie I know what you want, you want me to save your daughter from the Evil Queen, pray tell why I should help you?"

"We will do anything, give you anything please just save her" Snow was now pleading with this man, not knowing what or how far she was willing to go to save her daughter from a fate that was her fault.

"Well dearie as you may know, I am now a changed man, for the most part, I am willing to help her, but the price will be she will have to come with me and you will only see her once a year."

"NO" Charming was suddenly on his feet, and glaring at the evil imp that was in front of him. "You will not take our daughter from us."

"Either I or Regina dearie, which one would you prefer? At least I am still letting you see your daughter once a year, would Regina allow the same thing, no she would most likely lock your daughter in a tower and let her to suffer for all eternity"

"Deal" Snow was placing her hand on Charming's shoulder

"We have to give her, her best chance even if that doesn't include us raising her" She was now hoping her husband would agree, giving that man her child was something she did not want to do. She wanted to raise her own daughter watch her first step, hear her first word, dress her for her first ball, and now none of that is possible once again Regina has stolen even that.

"I promise you I will raise her as if she was my own, and I will not let any harm come to her, and when the time comes at 18years old with the danger passed she will come home to you" Rumplestiltskin was looking between the Queen and King waiting for his answer.

"We will be able to see her still?" Charming was torn he wanted his daughter to be safe, but handing her over to the Dark One was something he wasn't sure of, plus waiting 18 years and only seeing his daughter once a year was heartbreaking, but she would be safe.

"Yes, once a year I will bring her to you, so Regina does not suspect anything I will keep her at my castle and raise her, but she will know that you are her parents"

"Okay, if this is her best chance we will agree." Snow's cheek was now wet with tears, her daughter's future was already written and she wasn't even born yet. Charming was now placing his arm around Snow, she was now crying and his heart was breaking, giving their daughter up before she was even born so she can escape Regina and her wrath.

"I will be back once she is born, what is the child's name?"

"Emma, her name is Emma"

"Emma beautiful name, I will see you once the child is born" With that purple smoke surrounded him and he was gone, Snow finally broke down and now sobbing into her husband's chest.

Screaming could be heard from the castle wall, Snow was having her baby and news was traveling fast soon the Evil Queen would know the time has come to collect their daughter, and let Snow suffer taking away something she loves so dearly, like she took her true love away. Regina was now ready, ready to see Snow suffer even more taking her child away was easy no one could stop her from this, she was in her carriage riding toward her victory soon the child would be in her arms, thinking to herself I always wanted a child of my own now this solves everything. With an evil grin she smiled to herself thinking about how Snow's child will grow to call her momma and love her and never know any other, it just makes it so much sweeter.

"Push Snow push, she is almost out" Charming was urging her on knowing that as soon as she delivers that their sweet Emma would be taken away and only to be seen once a year, Snow strained and with a final push they saw the face of their child so beautiful and innocent.

"She is beautiful Snow" Charming was gazing upon his daughter eyes the color of the sea blue with a hint of green, light hair like his, Snows chin, and truly the fairest of the all was a title she would share with her mother.

"Charming she is perfect, how are we going to let her go" tears still streaming down Snow's face realization was setting in, knowing that soon the Dark One would be here to take away their daughter from them. Only a few moments later purple smoke filled the room and they knew it was time.

"Sorry dearies but the Evil Queen is almost here, I need to take her now before she can suspect anything." He leaned down to look at this child, the one he would take in and raises looking upon her face he felt something change in him, he felt that this child would be the light in his darkness and maybe just maybe he could love this child as his own.

Snow and Charming looked at each other knowing that this was goodbye they held their daughter tight, Snow handed Emma over to the Dark One hoping that he would not make them regret their decision, knowing Belle was there to help was comforting they knew Belle, and trusted her she was all the reason the Dark One was once again somewhat human.

"I will send word when we will come back I need to make sure Regina knows nothing of this, I will take good care of your daughter, she will be safe and she will be loved." With that he was gone with baby Emma in his arms. Snow then let out a cry knowing her daughter was now gone, only have a few minutes with her.

"Where is SHE?" Regina stormed in not seeing the baby in Snow's arms; Charming had his sword pointed at her with determination, sensing the Queen would do something to hurt Snow.

"She's gone" was all Snow could choke out crying softly as she held onto her husband.

"Where did you send her too?" anger was radiating off the Evil Queen, stepping closer to the bed which Snow was laying in.

"It doesn't matter I will find her daughter, and when I do you will regret sending her anywhere!" Regina was gone in the purple smoke, she was going to make Snow pay for this, and her daughter was no longer someone she wanted to turn into loving her she was now out for blood. She would make Snow squirm and hurt, knowing that they would probably have their daughter come back to the place in a matter of time she kept watch on everything they did, everyone who entered, and left. She would have that child, she would destroy Snows happiness if it was the last thing she did.

Knowing the Evil Queen would now have the palace on watch, Snow and Charming would now not even see their daughter until she was 18 years old, it would be too risky. She would have to send a bird to Rumplestiltskin, to tell him their daughter would now only know him and Belle until she was 18, but praying he told her that her parents loved her and miss her everyday so Snow sent the letter: Placing the letter with the bird Snow let her tears fall and let her husband comfort her, 18 years they will have to wait to be reunited, and Snow was going to do everything she could to keep Regina from harming her daughter.

The Dark Ones Castle:

Emma was crying now that she was taken away from her mother and father, Rumple was trying to comfort her as best he knew how, even Bae wasn't this bad as a baby, he was soothing her and rocking her side to side. She finally opened her eyes to looked at his face he felt a certain warmth toward this child already, she reached up and grabbed his nose, she then stopped crying and smiled at him letting out a little giggle, he walked through his castle and up to the nursery Belle had prepared for Emma. She was waiting by the crib for them to arrive home; she turned around and smiled at him with the baby in his arms.

"Oh Rumple she is beautiful" Belle looked at Emma sound asleep in his arms so peaceful.

"Would you like to take her, I would rather she get accustom to you than someone like me" he handed her the baby with sadness in his eyes, he should not be so attached to this child he was evil, and she was pure goodness and light he would not want to corrupt something so pure. Then as he handed her over Emma started to cry.

"Rumple you are a good man taking in this child with nothing in return, you have changed you must see that, that is the reason I love you." Belle placed a kiss on his cheek while Emma cries, Belle placed Emma back in his arms, and Emma looks at him and smiles.

"I think she chose anyways, she seems to have taken a liking to you Rumple" Belle smiled at him, and he couldn't help but smile as well he placed Emma in her crib and looked to Belle, he could do this he could care for this child and protect her from all harm.

"Rumple is that Snow's bird?" he turned to see a blue bird with a letter on its foot, he carefully took the letter and sent the bird off again reading the letter:

Dear Rumplestiltskin,

Regina is now watching the castle and has eyes everywhere, please don't have Emma come visit, but we ask that she knows about us and knows we love her with all our hearts, please love her and keep her safe until she is 18 do not try to contact us. Regina is already looking for her she may come to you for help please keep her safe.

Snow and Charming

He looked up to Belle a confused look on her face, he handed her the letter, and she covered her mouth in shock. He would now be caring for this child, and she will never know her parents until she is 18, this was going to change things.

"Rumple it is going to be okay Regina won't suspect she is here with us, we will keep her safe and raise her, don't worry." Belle placed a calming hand on his shoulder and looked over at Emma, fast asleep in her crib she had faith this would be good, and this child will be loved by them as if she was their own.

"When the time comes she will be told of her parents as for now Belle, she is our daughter and no one is to know about her." Rumple left the nursery with Belle still in there; he figured it would only be a matter of time before Regina came to him asking for his help to find the lost princess.

"Well my dear Rumple seems you have lost your touch, those locks are quite easy to get through." Regina strode in like she owned the place, but Rumple was already waiting for her.

"What do you want dearie?" Quick to the point, he needed to get her out of here before Emma woke up and starting crying.

"I need help finding someone and who better to come to than the Dark One himself" Regina smirked

"Well you should know I won't help you find this someone that has no interest to me, who are you trying to find anyway?"

"Snow White's daughter of course and I think you will help me because I have something you want" Regina purred thinking she has him right where she wants him

"And what would that be?" curiously he wondered

"I know where to find your son"

"And where would that be? I already know where he is, in a land without magic."

"Oh and do you know that he is no longer there but somewhere else in fact" She was toying with him, and he knew that there was no way his son would have gone somewhere else, there was no way to get somewhere else he only had one bean.

"Sorry dearie, but I will not make any deals with you today, now if you would be as kind as to leave my castle" He was starring daggers at her now willing her to leave before he was forced to make her leave.

"Alright but just know my offer stands, he is in a magical realm just so you know, and if you wish to know you will take my deal, when you are ready I will be at my castle." With that she was gone.

5years later:

"Emma dear come down here dinner is ready" Belle has been trying to get Emma to come down from the tree, she climbed up so high yet would never come down, and she was as ever stubborn and hard headed.

"I am not hungry though" Emma wined, for only being five she was quite adventurous, and smart as well

"What would papa say if he came out here to see you so far up in the tree hmm" Belle knew she had her, Emma has always favored Rumple she always followed him around when she was younger, and her first words were papa. Rumple just let her call him that even though he tried getting her to say Rumple she wouldn't, it was always papa and Belle was Belle, it was easy enough to say. Belle didn't want Emma to call her momma even though Emma thought of her as one.

"Okay I am coming down, just don't tell papa" Emma was wiggling down the tree when Belle caught her before she feel.

"Should we get you cleaned up before dinner, papa wouldn't want to see you covered in dirt and mud" Emma just chuckled, and took Belle hand and let Belle wash her and help her dress.

"There's my girls I was wondering when you two were going to join me" Rumple laughed, Emma jumped on his lap and gave him a big hug. For the last five years Regina has not said anything to him or bothered him about finding Snow's daughter, so he thought she gave up or was just still looking. He enjoyed these last five years with Emma; he never thought a child could show him so much love and affection that Emma has. He loved this child dearly each day he loved her even more, he offend wondered when the time came how he was going to tell her he wasn't her real father, that he was just taking care of her until she was 18, yet he wanted it to be forever. He had also told Emma she was a year older than she actually was, so if anyone would ask no one would suspect she was the lost princess. She looked older and was smart enough, so he thought it would be best just in case someone came asking around she wouldn't be suspected as Snow White and Prince Charming's daughter, who would be five years old.

Just as he thought things were going good, and they were safe for now, the doors blew open and Regina stood there with and smiled at him, of course she would come when Emma and Belle were right here.

"Hello Rumple so sorry to interrupt the….Family dinner?" Regina looked confused for about a second, and then she returned to her neutral face.

"Yes dearie, and you are so rudely interrupting, so if you don't mind" Rumple waved toward the door.

Regina then looked to the child with long blonde hair, sea eyes, and something in her head clicked, no this couldn't possibly be their child could it? "How old are you my dear?" looking at Emma, Emma lowered her head and gripped Rumple tighter "I am six" she said in a small voice, Regina looked at her, and how close she seemed to Rumple.

"I wish you wouldn't interrogate my daughter Regina" Rumple was now glowing with anger.

"I do not wish to interrogate her, she is just such a lovely child for her age, how is it I never knew Belle was pregnant, and with such beautiful hair I wonder who she gets that from." Regina had a feeling about this child, she needed to know if she was Rumples or not.

"She is adopted" Belle was the one to speak up this time, showing no fear of the Queen

"Oh how tragic where are her parents, and how did you come by her Rumple?" She was pushing it she knew, but something about this child felt off.

"I found her on the side of the rode when she was a day old, I asked Rumple if we could keep her and he agreed nothing more to it." Belle looked to the Queen seeing if she would buy this story.

"Well I am sorry to interrupt your dinner I will come back another time, it was nice to meet you….." Regina looked to the child,

"Emma my name is Emma" the child no longer showed any fear of the Queen, and Regina was impressed by the bravery of this small child.

"Emma what a beautiful name"

"Thank you"

"Well I shall leave you to it, I will be back and I would love to see you again Emma" She looked to Rumple knowing she had struck a nerve in him, she saw how protective he is of this child and she now had a weakness for the future, maybe she could befriend this child as well.

Rumple now had to think of a way to keep Regina from Emma, and now she knew that Emma was his, that she was here. Regina could use her as a weapon against him, and he would not have Emma in danger, he would have to make Regina understand Emma was his daughter and not a threat.

Five years have passed since Snow and Charming held their little girl, what would she look like now? Would she look like Charming would she look like me? So many questions only Rumplestiltskin would know. So many times she wanted to call upon him to see her daughter, and so many nights she cried herself to sleep in the nursery where she was suppose to raise her daughter, teach her how to be a princess, since the kingdom was informed that their daughter was taken, no one was happy no balls or parties were held at all their kingdom. So many nights and days she wished that she would have just gone with her daughter and husband, maybe to a different realm to make a new life, but she had a duty and her kingdom needed her.

"Snow what are you doing in here?" Charming went looking for his wife, only to find her in the nursery where she would go to think and usually cry.

"Today she would have turned five Charming, it has been five years we have missed already her growing, saying her first word, her first step, and don't you wonder what she looks like?" Snow was starting to feel the pressure in her chest again, a hole in her heart since Emma has been gone.

"Of course I do Snow, but we cannot keep wishing that she was back if she was she would be in danger, and Regina would have her by now and I don't want to even think about what she would do." Charming was trying to reason with her but things were not going so well every night Snow would have nightmares of Regina taking Emma, and Charming would wake her and try to comfort her. 13 more years and they would have their daughter back, 13 more years and this will hopefully be over.

"Rumple calm down, you don't want Emma to see you like this" Belle tried to reason with him, but he was throwing plates and cups at the wall furious that she would dare come, and talk to his daughter than try to come back and play nice.

"She knows Emma is here now what will happen if she wants to use her against me, it wouldn't be the first time, I cannot allow her near Emma, and I will not allow Emma to be corrupted and will not put her in danger." Rumple finally stopped throwing things to look up to find Emma starring wide eyed at him, he could see a little bit of fear in her eyes which made him regret his outrage

"Papa, are you okay?" Emma looked up at him, and there were tears in her eyes not wanting him to see her cry she looked down quickly to wipe them away.

"Yes my dear Emma, papa is fine now I am sorry sweetheart you had to see that, papa just doesn't want that bad women to hurt you I will not let her come near you again okay." Rumple bent down and picked up Emma, she just clung to him

"I am not scared of her, she didn't seem so bad to me maybe there is still some good in her, like there is in you" she smiled and looked up at him, he felt himself soften at this expression.

"Emma she is called the Evil Queen for a reason, I would not have you in harm's way with her. I want you to be safe little one."

"I know papa maybe she just needs someone to love her though" Rumple looked down at her and smiled she was too smart for her own good.

"Maybe but my dear promise me you won't go near her by yourself, if she ever comes here make sure that either Belle or myself are with you understand?"

"Yes papa I understand, I love you" with that he kissed her head and sent her off to bed.

"I love you too Emma"

He considered Emma is own daughter now, he knew that one day soon he would have to tell her that her real parents did love her, and that they just wanted her safe, that one day she would no longer need him and would no longer be there with him. The thought of this made Rumple frown he loved her, and did not want to let her go for any reason, but it was not his choice. He just hoped that she would not hate her parents or him for this; he couldn't bear if she hated him. He just hoped when the day came she would understand that he loves her as his own, and he would do anything for her just to see her happy, even if it is not with him.

He thought about what Emma said about Regina, maybe if Emma did befriend her show her love Regina would protect Emma, and learn to truly love her as he has, and maybe she would forget about revenge Emma did have a notable effect on people like them.

8 years later:

"Emma dear where are you?" Regina had visited quite a bit since her first meeting with Emma, and she has grown quite found of her, this little girl has shown that she isn't afraid of the Evil Queen, and Emma in return has grown attached to the Queen.

"Come and find me" She heard Emma's voice as they played the game of hide and seek, Emma's favorite game to play when Regina would come and see her, which was more frequent every year. Regina was beginning to grow attached, and started to love this little girl she felt a pull that she hasn't ever felt before, she understood why Rumple cared and loved this girl so much.

Regina snuck around the apple tree she helped Emma plant one much like her own, and saw a flash of gold behind the bush, and started creeping up grabbing Emma from behind and tickling her with Emma giggling the whole time.

"Regina stop it…..okay okay you win you win" Emma gasped between breathes, and laughing until her side hurt.

"Oh Emma my dear, you should know better than to hide from me" Regina finally let her down and smiled at her, this child has truly captured her heart.

"Regina why don't we ever go and visit you, do you think papa would let me come stay with you for a little bit?" This question shocked her, she didn't know what to say, she didn't even know Emma wanted to come and stay with her. She felt herself smile at this, someone was actually choosing to stay with her, and someone who cared about her and didn't see her as the Evil Queen.

"I don't know, I don't think your father likes you to travel far from home, he wants to protect you and feels he can do best here. As for you wanting to come and stay with me why don't we go ask him together?" Regina felt Emma take her hand and usher her to the main hall to find her father. Rumple hasn't been very easy about Regina spending so much time with Emma, but he has allowed it since he saw Regina changing when she was around her.

Regina saw Rumple at his spinning wheel with Belle sitting and reading a book, Rumple looked up and saw Emma and Regina holding hands, of course Emma has been so taken with Regina, and Regina with her, he knew Emma was up to something though by the look on her face.

"Papa can I ask you a favor?"

"What is it my dear?"

"Can I go and stay with Regina at her castle? I want to go see her apple tree and want to see the ocean pretty please papa I promise to behave."

"I don't know Emma; it is a long way to travel, and your only 8 years old I don't know if I want you traveling by yourself."

"I will travel with her there, of course if that is what you want Rumple" Regina finally spoke up

"I still am not sure, I worry about her safety" Rumple started to spin again trying to think if Regina had something up her sleeve, but she seemed to really love Emma just like him, maybe a visit wouldn't be so bad.

"Nothing will happen to her while she is with me, I promise you Rumple I will keep her safe" Regina looked to Emma who seemed to be smiling, hoping she would be able to finally leave this village and go with Regina.

"Okay but only for a week understand, than if you are good and Regina says so you can start switching off and visiting her at her castle" Rumple thought maybe spending more time with Emma, Regina would find the love and comfort Emma has given him.

"Thank you papa, I love you I promise to be good and follow her instructions" Emma kissed her father's cheek, and then to Belle and gave her and quick kiss and hug than ran up to pack a bag.

"Regina she is my daughter, and know if anything happens to her you will regret it." Rumple starred at Regina with his threat still on his tongue.

"I would never harm her Rumple, you should know I care about her I come around often enough, trust me she will be safe." Regina started to prepare her departure, she would have Emma for a whole week and she was so excited.

Tired from the travel, Emma feel asleep with her head on Regina's lap, Regina just stroked her hair and hummed a song that she remembered from her childhood, though she could not remember the words, the melody was still sweet and gentle. When they arrived at the castle she woke Emma to let her know that they were there. Emma's eyes went wide with amazement, she look at this huge castle and then she turned to the sea, she always wanted to go to the sea but never got to, seeing it now her mouth dropped open and eyes on the verge of tears it was beautiful, she thought that Regina was so lucky to see this every day.

"Emma dear this way I want to show you to your room, you will be staying right next to me is that okay?"

"Of course Regina this place is beautiful, you are so lucky and thank you for letting me stay" Emma smiled at her

"Of course sweetie I love that you are here with me" Regina would have to tell her guards to be on their best behavior, she didn't want Emma to know everything she has done, she doesn't want Emma to run from her as well. She really didn't want Emma to see her as the Evil Queen.

After getting Emma settled she went to her guards and told them everything, that Emma was staying here as her guest and that no one was to harm her, also they would protect her from anything, just as she was walking back to see Emma the Huntsman came into view knowing she would have to talk to him and tell him the same thing, that he was to be friendly and under no circumstances tell Emma about himself.

"Emma honey, are you ready for your tour around the gardens and castle?" Regina poked her head into the room Emma was staying in.

"Yes I am can we go see your apple tree first?" Emma was excited about the tree, because Regina told her it was hers from when she was a child, and just helped Emma plant her own apple tree.

"Of course sweetie, that will be our first stop let's see if there are any apples we can eat also." Regina smiled down at Emma; this was going to be a fun week.

After the tour and dinner Regina introduced Emma to her guard, and then Emma returned to her room because Regina knew she would pass out any minute so she told Emma to go sleep, and she would meet with her later. After she retired to her own chambers to write to Rumple saying that everything was good and Emma was safe. While writing the letter the Huntsman came into her chambers and closed the door behind him.

"So who knew the Queen would have a soft spot for a little girl" The Huntsman told her in a cold voice.

"Yes it would seem I do, and I must remind you that any harm comes to her, and I will have the hunting of wolves back for sport, don't test me." Regina knew he wouldn't risk anything if his precious wolves were involved. She saw him tense up and clutch his fists.

"You seem to forget that I own you, you are mine my pet" with that she placed a forceful kiss on his lips then went back to writing the letter to Rumple.

"Regina, are you in here?" She heard Emma's voice from behind the Huntsman.

"Yes I am, come in dear" Regina was just finishing up the letter ready to be sent out.

"I was just finishing a letter to your father, so he wouldn't worry" She smiled at Emma who was now starring at the Huntsman.

"Emma this is…. Graham he is a Huntsman" Regina looked to the Huntsman; he raised a brow at the name she just gave him.

"Hi I'm Emma it's nice to meet you Graham." Emma held out her hand at the Huntsman, and he just looked at her for a second and then he took her hand, bowed his head, and placed a kiss on her knuckles, with that she blushed a little bit but he pretended not to notice.

"Very nice to meet you Emma" The Huntsman stood than retreated out the door, he felt Regina's eyes on him the whole time until he closed the door behind him, he couldn't help but think why a girl so pure was with Regina, someone of such evil and cruelty. He stood at the door trying to listen to what they are talking about.

"He is very handsome Regina is he your betrothed?" Emma asked as Regina stood there stocked, why on earth did she think The Huntsman and her were together.

"Oh no, he is the head of my guard that is all" Emma looked a little disappointed at this point.

"Oh I just thought…. I am sorry for jumping to conclusions" Emma than looked down at her feet ashamed.

"You don't need to be sorry, he is very handsome indeed" Regina just smiled at her

"Well maybe one day I can marry him, than if it is okay with you" Emma smiled

"Oh course dear when the time comes though we will see if you still want to." Regina just laughed the thought of Emma and the Huntsman just made her chuckle to herself.

The Huntsman felt himself smile, this little girl already thinking about marrying him, he felt himself feel happy just for a second then reminded himself that he would always be Regina's, because she quite literally had his heart, he had no choice. Seeing this child though so beautiful he vowed he would do everything he could to protect her from Regina's evil.

The week has gone by too fast, Emma had been to the sea and loved spending time there, she was also happy because she got to spend some time with the Huntsman, he was teaching her how to defend herself Regina had suggested it. She shuttered at the thought of Emma getting hurt, he could teach her everything on surviving, plus defending, if Rumple or herself wasn't there. She would do what Rumple was doing, protect this child that she has come to love and care for so much. In this week alone Emma and Regina would spend nights talking and becoming closer and closer. Regina felt her heart grow lighter, not so consumed by darkness, Emma was the very light she needed.