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Chapter 1
Regina Mills yawned as she opened her apartment door, "What are you doing here? It's 1am and I have class in the morning Zelena."
"Oh please little sister, class will be there," a ginger Zelena Mills said as she walked into the apartment then into Regina's room, flopping on her bed.
The Mills sisters were as close as can be but the youngest Mills, Regina, was sleepy and annoyed. She laid in bed and propped up on her elbow, tilting her head at her older sister, "Inform me on why you are here again?"
Zelena chuckled, "I just came from a street race and I'm too drunk to drive home," she mumbled as she laid her head back, "Gosh I'm spinning right now."
Regina rolled her eyes, "A street race? Aren't those illegal?"
"Yes but they're so fun. It's all about the environment and experience. You should come with me one night, invite your roommates…"
The brunette snuggled into her bed getting comfortable, "Not my scene."
"Regina, for once, just once in your life...have fun," Zelena whined.
"I do have fun, in my own legal way," she said before turning off the lamp, "Night Lena."
"Night my love, hopefully you take my offer," she said before they both drifted to sleep.
•••
Belle walked into her apartment with her phone up to her ear, "Yes dad, I know. It's not too much to handle," she said as she shuffled to the kitchen placing the grocery bags down.
Regina came into the kitchen and started putting the groceries up as she listened to her roommate's conversation with her overbearing father. Once the auburn girl hung up, she spoke, "What did he say?"
"That getting a job at the library will overwhelm me," she rolled her eyes.
Regina raised her brow, "Oh? As if the books will harass you into not doing your homework," she said with sarcasm.
Belle chuckled, "That's almost word for word what he said."
Regina chuckled before looking up as she heard a door slam and a furious Ariel storming into the kitchen, "You know what? Fine Eric! I don't care anymore...no I don't. No I'm not coming to see you and no you can't come over! Goodbye," she said before hanging up and looking at her roommates who eyed her, "What?"
"You okay?"
"I'm fine," she responded to both of them, "I need to get out of this house, as soon as possible."
Regina raised her brow, "So you don't want me to cook dinner?"
"Nooo," she whined, "Let's go do something! Bowling, rollerblading, I don't know, anything that involves us leaving."
Belle started to speak as someone knocked on their front door, "Hold that thought," she said before going to get the door.
Ariel turned to Regina, "Come on Regina, I need this."
"I'm not against the idea, we just need to decide on something and I'll go get dressed," the brunette shrugged. She wasn't exactly in the mood but Ariel needed her right now and she wanted to be there for her. When she broke up with Mal, her roommates were there for her when Tink couldn't be. Speaking of Tink…
"Hello all," she said as she walked into the kitchen with Belle, "What's good Reg?"
Regina rolled her eyes. Tink was her very best friend, they'd be friends since they were 14. When Tink moved from Ireland, Regina was the only person who treated her with respect. She looked at her best friend as she finished putting their groceries away, "You know I hate that nickname, Tink."
"Yeah yeah," she said before hugging her.
Regina hugged back, "Sorry I know I invited you over for dinner, but Belle wants to go out and do something fun instead."
The blonde hopped on the counter swinging her legs, "Uh yeah so let's do it," she shrugged, "It's a Friday night, let's drive into the city."
Belle tilted her head, "What are we gonna do in Chicago?"
"You already have something in mind," Regina said knowingly.
Tink smirked, "I met a really cute guy today, his name is Killian. He's a street racer."
Ariel raised a brow, "Like the Fast and the Furious?"
"Precisely," she nodded, "He invited me to a street party they are having tonight. We should go."
Regina groaned, "Oh no, not you too. Last night Zelena was raving about how much fun she had a street race last night."
"Sounds like we need to check out what all the hype is about," Ariel smirked, "I'll go get dressed," she said before running off to her room.
Belle scratched her head, "Umm I guess I will too," she shrugged before walking to her room.
"Wait so we're doing this?! Guys?"
Tink laughed at the brunette, "Come on. I'll help you find something to wear," she said as she pulled Regina into her room.
Regina groaned as she followed, "What if Mal is there?"
"Regina, you can't hide in the house because of her. She's just an ex," Tink said.
"An ex that I was in a relationship with for two years," she said as she looked in her closet.
"Your point?"
The brunette scoffed, "Don't be a dick."
"I'm not. I just want you to move on and let her go. It's been, what, three months? You deserve to have a good time, flirt and laugh with your friends," the blonde said.
"Sometimes it feels like I'll never find love again," she sighed as she tossed out options onto the bed.
"You will and when you do, it'll be amazing," Tink smiled, "Black leather skirt," she confirmed while holding it up.
•••
Lower Wacker, the race territory for Chicago, was packed on this cool October night. Racers from every corner of the city crowded the street. They were dancing, drinking and showing off their cars. Everyone was free.
Regina crossed her arms as she got out of the uber Tink had ordered them, she looked around, "All of this for some cars?"
"Yup, these people put a lot of money under their hoods," Tink said, "Killian said there's at least $25,000 worth of parts in his car."
"That's tuition," Ariel scoffed, "Ooh, I see a bunch of cuties."
"Let's go find a drink," Belle said before starting to walk off towards the crowd with her friends following.
Regina sighed and followed, this wasn't her scene. People drunk, engines revving, guys eyeing her like she's meat, girls too. It was overwhelming. She leaned her head on Tink's shoulder as they waited in line for their drink which was coming from a small food truck. Tink looked down at her best friend, "You okay?"
"This is new…"
"New is good. Socializing is healthy. I'm right here," Tink reassured just as Killian over to them.
"Hello ladies," the handsome devil said with a charming smile, "Nice to see you again Tink. Would you like a drink?"
"We're kinda in line for one now…"
"Nonsense," he said before walking to the front of the line ignoring the groans and complaints before coming back with two drinks, "There you are," he said handing Tink and Regina their drinks.
"Thank you," Tink smiled, "So you run this territory hm?"
Ariel and Belle walked over sipping their drinks. Observing the man in front of them. Killian smiled at them before looking at Tink, "My crew does, love, Hades is our captain, our leader."
"Oh and here I am thinking you had power," she teased causing her friends to snicker.
He swallowed, "I do," he nodded, "I'm simply still learning the ropes."
"Does a place like this even have ropes?"
Killian looked at Regina, "Why Of course. There are rules, love. We aren't a bunch of heathens…"
"I couldn't tell," she argued.
He chuckled, "You're pretty stuck up."
"Excuse you?"
Tink quickly stood between them, "Umm Okay, how about you show us around?"
"I'd love to. Follow me," he said as he began walking to where his crews cars were parked.
"Would it kill you to be less evil?"
Regina looked at her best friend, "You barely know him and he's wearing too much leather for my liking."
Tink scoffed, "You're unbelievable. Look around, find a cutie and flirt."
The brunette looked around, "Eh not impressed."
"Well I am," Ariel smirked licking her lips, "Who. Is. That?"
A matte black Mustang with two smooth yellow stripes on the hood pulled up. A tall man stepped out of the passenger side and ran his fingers through his short curls. Regina soon understood who Ariel was talking about but she didn't expect to see was the slim blonde that stepped out of the driver's side. The woman lightly flipped her hair before running her fingers through it and walking away talking to Graham.
"That is the Dark Swan, love," Killian said, "The man next to her is Graham but he's known as the Dark Knight. Emma Swan is a badass racer but she's the competition so I keep my distance."
Belle quickly asked, "Women race?"
"Why of course, we don't discriminate," he chuckled before walking off.
Regina's eyes followed Emma as she hugged a few women, Tink noticed and smirked, "See anything you like?"
"I do," Ariel quickly added causing her friends to laugh.
Regina chuckled and gave Tink a side eye, "Don't start."
The blonde chuckled as Killian walked back over with his crew, "Ladies, I'd for you to meet a couple of friends of mine. This is Hades, he's the leader of our team. This is Rumple, he's his right hand. That's Arthur and that's Neal," he finished and they nodded greeting the ladies.
Neal shook his head as he hid his hands in his leather jacket pockets, "What a waste of money," he scoffed as he watched Emma lean on the hood of her car laughing with her friends.
Hades followed his eyes, "Don't let it bother you."
Neal turned away, "Who gets a '66 Shelby GT350 and doesn't race it?"
"People who like to be flashy and noticed, that's not how we roll," a low voice said causing Belle to glance to see where it came from, "If you want to stick with us boy, I suggest you take the low key route," Rumple said before locking eyes with Belle and quickly looking away.
The auburn woman only blushed and asked, "Are there going to be any races tonight?"
"I want to see some action," Tink chimes in.
"Well we usually only race on Thursdays but Cruella is supposed to race Ruby...in a few minutes actually," Killian said.
"And that's my cue," Regina said.
"No Regina"
"Don't leave"
"You're staying"
Regina rolled her eyes at her friends, "You all know Cruella and who's going to come with her."
"So? Don't let Mal ruin this," Tink said.
Hades gave his crew a look, "Mal? You know Maleficent?"
"She's Regina's ex," Belle told him.
"She has the best female race crew in the city," Arthur informed.
"I'm aware and I'm uninterested. I was kept hostage in my dorm while she was out racing and cheating," Regina said, "This was nice but I'll uber home."
"Scared of your ex, I wasn't expecting that from you," Killian teased.
"I'm scared of no one. You don't know me leather boy so I suggest we keep it that way," Regina snarled.
"If you say so but you might want to run, your ex just pulled up," he chuckled.
Regina turned her head and watched as Mal snaked out of Cruella's car, "Who's ready to race?!"
Everyone cheered and clapped as a ruby red Ferrari pulled up and Ruby stepped out of it. Regina turned to leave but Tink pulled her back. A redhead named Merida stepped up, "Alrighty, this will be a clean race. $3,500 is the entry fee," she held out her hand.
"Let's up the price," Maleficent smirked, "Does $10,000 work for you?"
Ruby bit the inside of her jaw, "That's a bit steep—"
"I'll cover it," a voice said.
Merida smirked, "Ah the Savior has spoken."
Emma Swan walked over and handed Merida the cash, "Don't lose," she told Ruby before walking away causing everyone to cheer and Regina to smirk eyeing the blonde.
Cruella handed Merida her money, "You don't want to join in Swan? Or are you scared you'll wreck that old piece of tin you're driving?"
Emma looked around as the crowd went "oooh". She kept her cool, "Not tonight, I'm just here to watch but maybe for my birthday next week, I'll race."
Mal rolled her eyes as everyone clapped, "You'll race me for fifty grand?"
"Oh shit," Neal mumbled.
"Woo, big baller," Hades said loud enough for everyone to hear.
All eyes were on Emma, would she back out or take the offer? She was mysterious, no one could ever tell what she was thinking. She nodded, "Gladly."
Maleficent smirked and nodded, "Well until then, let's watch Cruella kick some ass."
Ruby scoffed before getting in her car and driving to the line. Emma leaned against her car as two girls came to her, she wrapped an arm around each of them pulling them close before looking up. Her green eyes met brown ones. Regina stared at her from across the way, holding back a blush. Emma gave her a slight nod only for the brunette to flip hair and continue paying attention to the cars that lined up to race.
Cruella revved her engine, "You're dead red."
Ruby put on her sunglasses although it was late at night, she gripped her steering wheel tighter as Merida held up a green flag before swiping it down. Ruby slammed on her gas zooming off as Cruella did the same. She was fairly new to racing, she didn't trust herself yet but she couldn't lose Emma's money. Who knows what the Dark Swan would do to her if she did.
Hades waved Emma over. Ariel licked her lips as Graham started to follow Emma, "It should be illegal to look that good," Ariel told her friends.
Killian and the rest of his crew rolled their eyes. They hated how girls flocked over those two, he envied how respected they were. He wanted that respect so he stood tall next to Hades and Rumple. He tugged on his leather jacket, "Greetings mates."
The blonde glanced at him but didn't speak, she only acknowledged Hades, "What do you want?"
Tink, Regina, Belle and Ariel watched the scene in front of them. Neither of them wanted to speak, this was new for them and quite frankly, it was pretty damn interesting. Ariel locked eyes with Graham and lightly bit her lip, he winked then focused on the men in front of him, "We aren't your mates," he reminded Killian.
Hades held up his hand signaling Killian to remain quiet, "Swan, you can't front money to other racers, it's against the rules."
"Ah, that's right, you're the race king right? Sorry, your highness but I don't follow rules," the blonde shrugged.
"You don't have a team Swan, you barely race and you're breaking my rules. I can kick you out if I wanted," Hades frowned.
"But you won't because if you did, all of these people would leave. Everyone loves me, embrace it instead of envying it. I'm nice, I smile and take pictures with my fans. Take notes," she said before glancing at Regina and the girls, "If you ladies ever get bored with these sacks of...flubber, you're more than welcome to come with us," Emma finished before walking away with Graham.
Killian clenched his jaw, "I really don't like her."
"Swan is a problem," Rumple said.
Hades chuckled, "Loosen up boys, you're letting her get you all tight," he placed his arms around their shoulders, "I'm threatened by none, you should be the same way."
"She has spunk," Ariel stated.
"Pizazz even," Tink shrugged with a smirk.
Killian fumed, "Why don't you just follow her then blondie?"
The blonde raised her brow, "I would but I'm having too much fun with you."
He relaxed and licked his lips, "Is that so?"
"Yes," she nodded before turning her attention to the tall handsome man who was making his way back over to them, "Well well.."
Graham gave Tink a soft grin before looking at Ariel, "Come on," he held out his hand.
Regina scoffed and rolled her eyes. Who did he think he was. All of the girls looked at Ariel, curious to see what she'd do. When she smirked and took his head they gasped lightly, "I'll be back," she said before giggling as he scooped her up and placed her on his shoulder. She called out, "Maybe not!"
"Be careful!"
"Call us!"
"Don't be stupid," Regina chimed in before looking at Tink, "Can we leave now?"
As if on cue Cruella zoomed in before slamming on her brakes, causing everyone to clap and cheer. Emma frowned, Ruby had just lost the race and Emma's money. Before Cruella could get out of her car to gloat, sirens blared from afar. The police were coming. Everyone scurried and scrammed back to their cars.
A worried Belle looked at her friends, "What do we do?"
"One of them need to take us home, now. I knew I should've driven," the brunette fumed as she crossed her arms over her chest.
"Killian you better take us—," Tink scoffed, "Where'd they go?"
"Oh fucking great," Regina rolled her eyes as she pulled out her phone.
Belle began panicking, "The police are here and we're going to get arrested because this is illegal."
Emma and Graham pulled up, "Get in," Ariel said from Emma's car.
"Oh thank heavens," Belle said before getting in with her friends following.
Emma zoomed off, she quietly listened to the girls talk. Graham nudged her arm, "You're racing Mal on your birthday?"
"Guess so…"
"Emma come on, your car isn't ready and you sure as hell can't race this one," he stated.
"My car will be ready, there's time," she argued.
"Not really? Plus Ruby lost your money-"
"G, I got this okay?"
"Fine," he said, dropping it.
Regina had been listening to two conversations. Something about Emma Swan intrigued her. Could it be her blonde hair, her demeanor, or the fact she doesn't follow trends, rules or anything for that matter. The brunette couldn't put her finger on it but the blonde was definitely interesting.
"Alright, home sweet home," Emma said to them as she pulled up to their apartment complex.
"Thank you so much," Belle smiled before exiting.
"Yeah, you're the best," Ariel said before kissing Graham's cheek and getting out.
"Until next time," Tink said following.
"Ciao," Regina said as she started to exit the car.
Emma gently grabbed her wrist, "Regina, is it?"
"Yes," she nodded.
"If you ever need anything, call me," she handed her a card.
"I'll see, Swan," Regina said before getting out, "Thanks for the ride," she said before going inside.
Emma drove off with a smirk on her face. Graham chuckled, "Real smooth."
"She's gorgeous, I had to," the blonde shrugged.
"She's also Mal's ex, so I heard," he warned.
"I don't care, Mal doesn't scare me," Emma scoffed.
"E, you know they play dirty," he sighed.
"Yeah and you know I can play dirtier. I didn't propose to the girl, I simply gave her my number. If you want to worry about Maleficent," she pulled over and leaned over him opening the passenger door, "Then get out and find her."
Graham sighed and closed his door, "I'm cool."
"Thought so," she said before driving off again.
•••
"Well I'm here, fill me in," Zelena said the next morning as she sat at the island in the middle of the kitchen.
"It was a horrible night but Regina got a number," Tink stated causing Zelena's eyes to widen.
Regina was cooking, Tink and Ariel were watching Game of Thrones on the living room couch and Belle was doing laundry. It was a typical Saturday morning for them. The only new was the hard knock on the door, "I'll get it," Ariel said before pausing the TV and rushing over to the door and looking through the peephole only to see nothing but darkness. She sighed, "Who is it? Playing at my door won't get you inside."
"Ariel, open this damn door," Eric fumed.
She snatched the door open, "I told you not to come here."
"I don't care, look I'm sorry. I love you," he pulled her to him.
"I'm done," she pulled away before pushing him away, "Stay away from me and don't come back here, Eric. Next time, I'll call the police."
He frowned and swallowed, looking around at all of the young women looking at him. He cleared his throat, "I-I'm truly sorry. I'll go," he said before walking backwards out the door.
Before Ariel could close the door, a tall figure slipped inside the apartment. Everyone froze, except Zelena, "What the bloody hell are you doing here?"
Maleficent Moore gave Zelena a tight smile before looking at Regina, "We need to talk, alone," she said before brushing past Ariel and walking to Regina's bedroom.
"Um what the hell?"
"What the fuck?"
"Regina, I'm not letting you go talk to her. I'll call daddy and he can get her out," Zelena said.
The brunette swallowed and tucked some of her shoulder length hair behind her ear, "Breakfast is ready, I'll be right back," she said before walking towards her room, Tink grabbed her arm lightly, "I'll be fine," she said before walking out of her best friend's grasp and into her bedroom.
Mal, who was laying on Regina's bed flicking through movies channels, sat up when the dark haired beauty entered the room, "You look hot, I like your haircut."
"Thank you," she said looking at her. Mal was acting like nothing happened between them, like she belonged there. Regina stayed by the door, "What are you doing here?"
"I told you, I wanted to talk. Come here baby," she replied softly but Regina didn't melt and rush to her like usual, this angered Mal, "I said come here Regina."
Regina sighed and walked over to her, sitting on the edge of her bed, "We have nothing to talk about."
"Oh yes we do," she nodded, "I heard Emma Swan drove you home last night, is that true?"
Regina scoffed, "This is about some stupid race beef? Maleficent, who I spend my time with is no longer your concern."
"So you've spent time with her?"
"No, I don't even know her. The police were coming and she took us home. I don't have to explain anything to you," she frowned.
Mal swiftly grabbed Regina neck and yanked her closer to her, the brunette whimpered and winced, terrified. Mal smirked, she loved that Regina was scared of her, she loved having power over her. The blonde gripped her neck tighter, "You are to stay away from Emma Swan, do you understand? She is my enemy and any enemy of mine, is an enemy of yours."
Regina struggled to push and pull away. She knew that if she fought back, Mal would only get more angrier but she didn't care at this point. She was tired of this. When she pushed, Mal let go of her neck and smacked her hard. Regina looked up at her ex girlfriend with tears in her eyes, "I-I understand."
Mal smiled softly and caressed Regina's now sore cheek, "You are the most beautiful woman in the world but you are disobedient. I allowed you to break up with me, I've given you space but I've grown tired with this game. I want you back."
"No," Regina said pulling away and sliding off the bed, stepping closer to the door, "You're abusive, a liar and a cheater. You've hurt me Maleficent."
"I am sorry Regina," she stated.
"No you're not!"
"Lower your voice," Mal snapped before getting out of bed and walking over to Regina, "You will be with me," she said before grabbing her waist and pulling her close to her, "If you refuse, I'll call my girls and they'll come smash every single one of your little friend's heads into the wall."
"No, don't—"
Mal smirked, "That's what I thought. I've missed you, I'm tired of being without you. Be happy Regina, at least someone loves you."
"This isn't love," she frowned.
"It is what I say it is. I love you," she kissed Regina's neck.
Regina swallowed and teared up again. Maleficent's kisses were like fire to her neck. She hated this, every second of it. She thought she had gotten rid of her abuser, she thought she'd be free but she was trapped. It made her feel weak and Regina wasn't a weak woman at all, she was resilient and strong...or so she thought.
•••
"BACK TOGETHER?!"
Regina sighed and rubbed her temples, "I know it sounds crazy but I did for you guys."
"Regina, I don't care what she threatens, she can't force you to be with her," Zelena said as they sat in the livingroom.
"She is abusive in every single way, you can't be serious," Tink frowned as she paced, "All of this because someone said you were with Emma Swan?"
"So we go to the source of the problem, Emma Swan. Find out what she has on Mal and use it," Ariel nodded.
"Oh no no no, hell no. If she finds out that I even went near Emma Swan, she'll kill me," she argued, "Guys, just drop it please? I'll be fine. I'll get another restraining order."
"Regina the police don't scare her! We've tried that, damn it I'm telling daddy," Zelena stood.
Regina's eyes widened, "NO ZELENA PLEASE DON'T!"
Pure fear was all that Regina's friends could see. Zelena had never heard her sister's voice tremble the way it was, she had never seen Regina like that. She sat back down, "We will get you out of this…"
"That's a promise," Tink nodded.
Regina shook her head and stood, "You guys don't get it. There is no way out. Maleficent will always win and get what she wants," she said before going to her bedroom and slamming the door, locking it.
Monday came rather quickly. Chicago was cloudy on this cool October morning but it didn't stop Emma Swan from walking her five year old son Henry to school through the park, as she did every morning. She handed him a small bottle of orange juice, "Got it?"
"Yeah mama," he said as his tiny hand wrapped around the bottle, "I'm a big boy."
"You sure are," she smiled as they sat on a bench in the park, "I like this breeze today, bud."
"Me too, Ms. Jasmine said if we get most of our states right then we can have more recess time," he said swinging his legs.
"Ooh, I hope you studied," she said before pulling out a breakfast sandwich for him.
"I don't need to mama, I know all of my states," he nodded surely before sipping his orange juice as he took his sandwich from his mother's hand.
"Well go ahead and name them, I'm listening," she leaned back eating her bear claw.
"Okay," he chuckled, "We live in Illinois, then there's, Indiana, Michigan, Ohio, Missouri…"
Emma was listening proudly to her son. His voice softly trailed off when someone caught Emma's attention. She stared at the beautiful woman who was running in the park, her hair in a messy high bun, the way her breasts bounced as she jogged, and her perfect ass following. Emma licked her lips before calling out, "Regina!"
The 21 year old heard her name faintly so she stopped and looked around before noticing Emma, she took off her headphones when she noticed the cute little boy sitting next to her. She swallowed before walking over to them, "Hello Emma, good morning."
"Hey, we walk this park every morning, I've never seen you here before, do you run often?"
"Oh, um I just started back today. I have some steam to blow off," Regina blushed before glancing at Henry, "Who's this cutie next to you?"
Emma smiles softly, "This is my son, Henry. Say hey to Regina, kid."
The five year old pouted a bit, "Hi Regina," he waved before snuggling into Emma burying his face into her side.
"Aw, he's shy," Regina said.
"Only around beautiful women," Emma replied looking at her.
Regina locked eyes with Emma and blushed before taking a step back, "I should finish up, I have class in an hour. It was nice seeing you."
"We can have more nice times," she smiled.
Emma's smile was infectious, Regina couldn't help but blush. She thought about what Maleficent said and shook her head, "I can't, I-I have a girlfriend."
"I don't care about that," Emma scoffed and chuckled.
"Well Maleficent does," Regina replies.
Emma chuckled, "Oh so that's your boo?"
"Yes, what's so funny?"
"Maleficent does scare me, Regina. She could never scare me. You're gorgeous and I want to see more of you," she stated.
"Emma no, please just stay away from me. For your safety," Regina said before starting to walk away.
"Use that number Regina, if you ever need me," Emma called out stopping Regina, "I can keep you safe."
The brunette turned back around, "I'm safe. Bye Emma, bye Henry."
Emma sighed watching her walk away. Henry looked up at Regina, "Mommy, she's pretty."
"Tell me about it kid, tell me about it."
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