Chance Encounters


A year passed and life had returned to a normal routine. Everyone's concerns regarding Evangeline's sudden aging were put at ease after extensive research and magical tests performed by Gold. Although he was unable to explain how or why it had happened, he was absolutely certain it was not due to a curse or spell.

Regina and Emma were happy to hear the news, but they could not help but worry about whether their daughter would age rapidly again, and if this would cause her life span to shorten. They could only hope that it was a one-time occurrence.

Evangeline, for her part, did her best to acclimate to the change. Luckily, her consciousness had followed along with her body and matured as well. She was suddenly imbued with years of knowledge that helped her function normally among other young adults. Though many looked upon her strangely, with Henry's help, she had learned to fit in among his friends.


The Swan-Mills family sat about the dining room table eating their breakfast. The mood was festive with everyone celebrating Henry's graduation from Storybrooke High.

After the curse, he and the other older children had created the precedence in finding a solution that would help them continue their education at an accelerated level. After much planning, Regina and Mary Margaret were able to establish a curriculum that followed this world's home schooling guidelines. Current teachers, as well as other individuals, completed extensive online training to meet the demand. Soon Storybrooke High became a reality with Mary Margaret, after stepping down from the role of mayor, as its new Principal.

The pixie haired woman was actually relieved to return to her old line of work. She had to admit overseeing children was far more rewarding for her then micromanaging the town. Regina was once again mayor and, despite the objections of certain townspeople, had proven she was the best person for the job. Storybrooke had grown into a thriving town under the rule of both the White and Swan-Mills families.

"So what do you have planned for tonight?" Emma asked as she grabbed another cup of coffee.

"Paige and I are going to meet up with a couple of the other kids for a bonfire at the beach." Henry answered before taking a bite of toast.

"That sounds splendid. But I needn't remind you the rule we have." Regina said as she looked over her paperwork.

"I know Mom. No alcohol or mind altering substances." Henry laughed.

"I don't think it's funny young man. I shudder to think of what could have happened had Emma not found him in time." Regina stated.

"Don't remind me. I had to scrub my eyeballs after having to chase that kid running naked down Main Street." Emma shook her head.

"Hey it wasn't my idea to steal Jefferson's tea. That was all Nick's doing. And it serves him right. Paige was grounded for a month cause of his stupid stunt."

"Nonetheless, that boy could have been seriously hurt or irrevocably damaged. Who knows what is actually in those teas? They don't refer to Jefferson as the Mad Hatter for nothing." Regina smirked.

Everyone at the table, except Henry who rolled his eyes, laughed. Regina's disdain for the portal jumper had waned over the years due greatly to Henry's growing affection for Paige. And, despite Jefferson and Regina's shared preference for different choices in partners for their children, it seemed Paige and Henry were happily in love.

"What about you sweetie?" Emma asked Evangeline.

"No plans. I'll probably be up in my room reading." Evangeline shrugged as she ate her cereal.

"No way sis. You're coming with us." Henry stated, clasping his sister on the shoulder.

"Really?" Evangeline smiled.

"Yeah really." Henry smiled in return.

"Awesome! I'm gonna go and find what I'm gonna wear." Evangeline exclaimed before running up to her room.

Henry laughed, amused by his sister's excitement.

"That was really nice of you to offer." Regina said as she squeezed Henry's hand.

"Yeah kid. You sure earned some cool brother points today." Emma smiled.

"It's no big deal. I like having Eva around. Besides she needs to be around people her own age and not hang around at home with you old folks." Henry joked.

"Hey! Your mom and I are not old." Emma swatted her son's shoulder.

Henry laughed as he gathered his and Eva's plates before heading into the kitchen.

"Regina, I just realized something." Emma whispered as she sat beside her wife.

"What is that dear?" Regina replied.

"We will have the house all to ourselves tonight." Emma waggled her brows.

"And what exactly did you have in mind, Miss Swan?" Regina huskily replied.

Emma groaned at the sound of Regina's voice and the use of the familiar moniker.

"That's the thing, Madam Mayor...I have a lot of ideas and just can't make up my mind what I'd like to do first." Emma licked her lips while tracing her eyes up Regina's body.

Regina smirked, her cheeks reddening from the heat she felt from Emma's gaze.

"Then it's my duty, as your loving wife, to make sure you make the right decision. Even if it takes us all night to make sure you are satisfied by your choice." Regina slowly traced a fingertip along Emma's forearm.

"I must warn you, I can be quite stubborn. I may need you to convince me more than once that I've made the right one." Emma grabbed Regina's hand, bringing the palm up to her mouth before pressing her moist lips to the smooth skin. Then, locking eyes with the brunette, she ran the tip of her tongue along the crease of her life line.

Regina shuddered as she imagined that same touch lower on her body. She clenched her legs tighter together in a vain effort to keep them from shaking. Closing her eyes, she took a deep breath before opening them and staring deep into green orbs dark with desire.

"Then you should be pleased, dear." Regina smiled before pulling Emma's hand to her. "I am determined to make sure you squeal with absolute joy when you come to the right conclusion." She took one of the blonde's fingers between her lips then swirled her tongue around the tip before nipping it softly.

Emma panted as her heart sped in her chest.

"Ewww... Really guys?! I eat here." Henry exclaimed as he walked back into the dining room to find his mothers in the middle of an intimate conversation.

"Take it easy kid. Or should I mention my feelings about the family room?" Emma challenged smiling.

Henry's eyes grew wide as he realized his mother's threat.

"What about the family room?" Regina asked as she gathered her and Emma's plates.

"Oh nothing honey. Just reminding our son how surprised I was to find him in his underpants, in the middle of the day, on the couch. Imagine how shocked your mom would have been if she'd walked in on you, right Henry?" Emma smirked as she watched her son turn different shades of color. She could just picture how embarrassed he'd feel if Paige was here. Then again, the poor girl would have probably fainted if she knew what Emma had seen that afternoon.

"Uh yeah, really shocked." Henry sputtered as he grabbed his bag beside the chair.

"Henry, I have explicitly told you that you are to be fully dressed before leaving your bedroom. Think of your sister, young man." Regina admonished before walking out of the room towards the kitchen.

"Sorry mom." Henry called out after her before turning towards Emma. "Not cool, Ma."

"Well maybe you'll think about that before being such a smart ass." Emma joked.

"So I guess we should stay out late." Henry smiled.

"Not too late. I want your mom relaxed when I'm done. Not on the verge of a nervous breakdown." Emma laughed.

"Yeah, I could have done without knowing that. But I'll make sure we're back by midnight. Besides, I start my new job at the stables tomorrow morning and I don't want to be late."

"That's right, congrats Mr. Stable Manager." Emma clasped her hand against her son's shoulder.

"Thanks Ma. I'm really excited! I get to do stuff besides cleaning the muck out."

"Well you deserve it kid. You've worked really hard for that position."

"Yeah. And the pay's better."

"Great! So that means I can cut your allowance?"

"Now let's not do anything drastic."

Emma guffawed as she watched the panic on Henry's face. She reached over and ruffled his hair. She pulled money from her jean pocket and handed it to Henry.

"Now do me a favor, watch out for your sister tonight. And you too. Stay safe, okay?"

"Sure Ma. Don't worry about us." Henry replied before walking out into the foyer to call out for Evangeline.

The young woman ran down the stairs and out the front door yelling her goodbyes. Henry shook his head laughing as he followed her out.

Emma walked to the front door and smiled as she watched her children get into the bug. She waved as they pulled out of the driveway, a sense of melancholy coming over her. They had both grown so quickly, especially Evangeline. Soon they would both be off on their own and the mansion would be quieter. She wondered what she and Regina would do when they no longer had children to look after.

"Miss Swan..." Regina called out.

Emma turned and felt her heart stop. Standing just in front of the stairs was her beautiful wife dressed in nothing but a silk red robe, a devilish smile across her pouty lips.

"I have called my office and the station to explain that the Mayor and Sheriff will be otherwise engaged today." Regina said over her shoulder as she began to take the steps slowly up. "I would like to continue our discussion from this morning. If you are free, that is."

Emma slammed the front door shut and began to unbutton her work shirt as she made her way towards the stairs.

"I am all yours Madam Mayor." Emma growled before taking the steps two at a time, behind a happily squealing Regina, chasing her into their bedroom.


Evangeline traced the sand with a stick as she watched the flames dance within the bonfire. Everyone had arrived a little after noon that day and remained even as the sun set. Many of the kids had brought along coolers filled with beer and other alcoholic drinks. Although she, Henry and Paige had not taken any, the others were far into the stages of drunkenness that many were sloppily flopped around the area.

Two in particular who were quite unsteady on their feet were the twins, Ava and Nick. She cringed each time Nick howled and barked with laughter over his own crude jokes. Ava merely rolled her eyes at her brother before returning to stare at Henry. Evangeline had always felt uncomfortable by the young woman's blatant admiration over her brother. Nevertheless, Henry didn't seem to notice and remained courteous and nice towards her.

As Evangeline looked over at her brother, in a close embrace with Paige, laughing together over something he whispered in her ear, she could see how the young man was oblivious to the things around him. His entire attention focused on the blonde sitting in his arms and nothing aside from an earth-shattering explosion would break it. Evangeline smiled to think of how lucky her brother was to have found someone to love. Then her lips turned down as she sadly wondered if she would ever have that chance.

"Henry..." Paige giggled as she playfully pushed at fingers tickling her sides.

"Yes..." Henry smirked.

"Is Eva alright?" Paige asked becoming somber for a moment.

"Why do you ask?" Henry turned his girlfriend around to look at him.

"She seems so quiet. I hope she's having fun."

"Well it's gotta be hard for her being around us. She just did literally grow up."

"I know and I feel so bad for her. I can't imagine having your entire childhood taken from you overnight."

"Yeah. I bet its worse than being stuck a kid for all those years during the curse. Right?"

"Yes, that was horrible. But thankfully we weren't aware at the time that it was happening."

Both teens looked over to Evangeline, their eyes filled with sadness.

Evangeline sensing she was being watched looked up to find her brother and Paige staring at her. She tilted her head, wondering about the look on their faces.

"Something wrong guys?" Evangeline asked standing up from her seat.

"Not at all squirt. Are you having a good time?" Henry smiled.

"Kinda getting a kick outta watching everyone making fools of themselves." Evangeline laughed.

"It is funny isn't it?" Paige replied.

Evangeline nodded before suddenly jumping out of the way of a falling Nick.

"Whoa! Watch what you're doing Nick. You almost knocked my sister over." Henry exclaimed jumping to his feet.

"Chill out Mills. No harm, no foul." Nick sneered as he stood wiping the sand from his clothes.

Henry made to step forward when Evangeline grabbed his arm.

"It's ok Henry. I'm alright see?" Evangeline grinned.

"You see the girl's alright. Now why don't we have drink together and get back to the party." Nick slurred.

"I'm fine with my soda." Henry replied.

"Suit yourself." Nick stated before heading to grab a beer from his cooler.

Henry shook his head in disgust before looking at his sister.

"Are you sure you're alright?"

"Yeah, I'm fine. But I think I'm gonna take a walk down the beach. Okay?"

Henry opened his mouth to protest as Paige reached over to grab his hand.

"Sure honey. Go ahead. But don't go too far." Paige smiled.

"I won't." Evangeline gratefully replied before walking away.

"And stay away from the water!" Henry shouted.

"Got it. No late night swim." Evangeline joked.

"My moms will kill me if something happens to her." Henry nervously ran his hand though his hair.

"Henry relax. Eva is capable of taking care of herself. She just wants some alone time." Paige said as she wrapped her arms about his waist.

"You're right. Jeez I can't believe I sounded like my mom." Henry laughed.

"Well you are her son." Paige teased.

"Yeah, Emma tells me that all the time."

"Well I think it's sweet how protective you are of Eva. She's lucky to have a big brother like you."

"Actually I'm the lucky one. She's great."

Paige leant in and kissed Henry.

"Come on. Let's go back by the fire. It's getting rather chilly." Paige shivered.

"Well I have plenty of ideas on how to keep you warm." Henry smirked.

"You be on your best behavior Mr. Mills." Paige jabbed Henry in the ribs.

"Ow! Hey, I was just thinking of holding you close for body heat. I suggest you get your mind out of the gutter, Miss Hatter." Henry playfully scoffed.

"Please accept my sincerest apologies. And I would very much like to cuddle with you by the fire." Paige smirked.

"Well if you insist." Henry grinned.

Paige and Henry both broke into laughter before clasping each other's hands and walking back.


Evangeline had walked a little ways away from the others and had found a large piece of driftwood to sit on. From there she stared out towards the open water admiring the moonlight dancing across the waves. Her mind drifted to all that had happened within the past year, and she could not help but to contemplate what was coming next. So lost in her thoughts, she did not sense the presence of the person standing to her left.

"Pardon me. But do you happen to know where I may find my way to Storybrooke?"

Evangeline yelled before falling off the log landing onto her back on the sand.

"Oh my goodness. Are you alright?"

Evangeline blinked her eyes before opening to look up at the face just above her. A face, she was certain, was the most beautiful one she had ever seen.

"Are you hurt?"

"No. I'm okay." Evangeline replied as she quickly stood up.

"I'm so sorry. I didn't mean to frighten you."

"It's okay. I just didn't hear you coming. So um, are you lost?"

"Not lost, just a bit off course. My family and I just arrived into the harbor this afternoon. I told them that I wanted to take a walk while they were waiting for the ship to unload our belongings at the cottage. I guess I may have walked a little too far."

"Ok, so we just need to get you back on the right track is all. By the way, my name is Evangeline." Evangeline held out her hand.

"Pleased to meet you Evangeline. My name is Melody."

The girls smiled at one another, their hands still clasped. Evangeline noticed first and released Melody's hand quickly.

"Hey, if you don't need to head back soon you're more than welcome to join us. We are just up the beach having a small party for my brother and his friends. And I'm sure he wouldn't mind giving you a lift when we leave."

"I wouldn't want to impose."

"Not at all. You'd be my guest."

"If you're sure no one would mind, I would be happy to come."

"Fantastic!"

Melody smiled at the other girl's enthusiasm. She was pleased to have found someone her age to talk with. She secretly hoped they could be friends. It would certainly make her time in Storybrooke less lonely.

"Shall we?" Evangeline asked before leading the way back up the beach.

Melody nodded before following behind her.


Henry threw another branch into the fire before sitting back behind Paige. He had just wrapped his arm around her when he noticed Ava sitting just opposite him. The young woman's eyes, although half closed from too much drink, were trained on him the entire time. He smiled up at her confused by the strange look on her face. Ava returned a small smile before getting up to retrieve another beer. Henry watched as she walked away, wondering what she could have possibly been thinking about that made her so sad.

Ava plopped down beside her brother and opened her bottle. She took long swallows before settling herself.

"You really need to snap out of it sis." Nick drawled.

"What are you talking about?" Ava sneered.

"This weird obsession you got with Henry."

"You're talking crap. I am not obsessed with Henry."

"Yeah, right."

"Oh shut the hell up."

"Haven't you gotten it through your thick head yet that he's not interested? Look at him and blondie all snuggled up together."

"Nick, you really need to back off."

"I'm just saying. It's kinda pathetic to see you drooling over such a loser." Nick shook his head, taking another drink from his beer.

Ava seethed at her brother's words. Henry was not a loser. He was the sweetest and kindest boy she had ever met. And Nick was wrong. Ava knew in her heart that she and Henry were true loves and destined to be together. Paige was nothing more than a temporary distraction. He, and everyone else, would see that one day.

Paige leaned over to grab her soda when she spotted Evangeline walking towards them. But strangely, she was not alone.

"Henry, who's that with Eva?"

Henry squinted past the firelight to look at his sister's companion. Walking beside her was a young brunette around Eva's age. Since she did not look familiar to him, he wondered if she was one of the many new visitors to arrive from the Enchanted Forest now that portal hopping had become available. He would have been worried about his sister walking with a stranger if not for the absolute joy he saw on her face.

"I'm not sure. But I suspect we are about to find out." Henry said as he stood.

Paige joined him as they walked to meet the two girls.

"Henry, Paige, I'd like you to meet Melody. She's visiting Storybrooke with her parents." Evangeline stated.

"Well welcome to our town, Melody." Henry smiled as he extended his hand.

"Thank you." Melody shook his hand before waving at Paige.

"Come join us by the fire. Can I offer you a soda?" Paige said as she led the young woman.

Henry motioned Evangeline close to him.

"So, you just met her on the beach?" Henry smiled.

"Yeah. One minute I'm looking out at the water, the next she's right there." Evangeline laughed.

Henry gazed at his sister and at the peculiar look on her face. He shook his head before throwing his arm about her shoulder.

"I guess you're pretty glad you came out tonight. Right?" Henry teased.

"Yes, I am." Evangeline smirked.

The siblings walked back towards the others.


Regina grasped blonde curls tightly in her fist as Emma continued her exquisite assault of her tongue against her delicate nub, the all familiar tightening taking hold in her stomach.

Emma plunged two fingers inside Regina, curling them to stroke her as she pulled the swollen clit between her lips. She knew it would not be long before her wife exploded.

With the sudden thrust of Emma's fingers, Regina's back arched from the bed as her orgasm crested. She cried out Emma's name as wave after wave of pleasure ran through her, before flopping back onto the bed gasping.

Emma placed kisses along Regina's belly making her way up until she rested her chin between the older woman's breasts.

Regina looked down to find a knowing smirk on Emma's lips. She huskily laughed before pulling the blonde up into a kiss.

"Well, aren't we pleased with ourselves?" Regina said as she ran her fingers through Emma's sweat drenched locks.

"Well a girl can't help but feel proud of herself after hearing her name screamed so loudly." Emma laughed.

"Yes I was rather loud wasn't I?" Regina laughed.

"Yes you were. Makes me glad the kids are out." Emma teased.

"Speaking of, do you think they are alright?"

"They're fine. We raised smart kids, who know how to handle themselves. And Henry would never let anything happen to Eva."

"You're absolutely right. I guess I'm just being silly."

"It's not silly at all. You're a great mom, Regina."

"Thank you dear."

"And not to mention, I find it kinda sexy how protective you are over the kids."

"You do, do you?"

"Yeah. It's like I've always known, you only know one way to love. And that's with all the passion you have in your heart."

Regina's chest felt as if it would burst at Emma's heartfelt declaration. She was once again convinced of how lucky she was to have the savior in her life. Suddenly the warmth in her chest spread further south and she was overcome with an entirely different need.

Growling, Regina flipped Emma onto her back then straddled her hips.

"Whoa! What's going on here?" Emma jokingly exclaimed.

"What is going on is that I plan to show you just how passionate I feel at this moment." Regina breathed as she leaned down to take a pert nipple between her teeth.

Emma moaned at the feel of Regina's mouth on her breast.

"Any objections dear?"

"None whatsoever."


Melody held her hand over her mouth to keep from spitting out her water as she laughed at another of Henry's stories. The young man was animatedly telling tales of a young Evangeline despite his sister's obvious embarrassment. However, as the young brunette looked over towards the darker blonde, she could see the corners of her lips turned up in amusement although her cheeks were bright red. Melody could not explain why, but this made her find Evangeline even more endearing.

Paige tried desperately to reel in her boyfriend. Yet she knew, once he was on a roll, there was nothing that could stop him except for one sure fire way. Deciding to save Evangeline from further playful chiding, she rose to her feet then grabbing Henry by the cheeks, kissed him silent.

Evangeline laughed so hard at the dumbfounded look on her brother's face that she slid from her seat. Melody joined in, failing to contain her own laughter. Henry simply smiled before taking Paige into his arms to swing her about.

The twins, who twisted their mouths in envious disgust, witnessed the entire happy scene.

"I don't know about you but I can't take anymore of this sugary bullshit." Nick spat as he threw his bottle down. "You coming?"

Eva stared one last time at Henry before stomping her feet as she stormed away.

Nick watched his sister's abrupt exit, shaking his head before running behind her to catch up.


"Oh my goodness, look at the time. I really should be heading home." Melody said as she stood to shake the sand from her jeans.

"Yeah we need to get going too. I'll drop you off on our way home." Henry replied as he threw sand over the small pit to put out the fire.

"I appreciate the ride. And thank you all so much. I had a wonderful time tonight."

"So did we. Thank you for joining us." Paige said as she grabbed her handbag. "Henry, let's go get the car while Eva finishes up. Ok Eva?" Paige winked.

"Sure, we'll catch up." Evangeline smiled.

Henry laughed as he chased his girlfriend up the dune towards the bug, knowing exactly why she suggested they go on ahead.

"So did you really have a good time?" Evangeline asked as she shook out the blankets before folding them away.

"Yes I did. I can't remember a time where I was able to simply relax and enjoy the company of others my own age." Melody stepped forward and helped pack the items into a large bag. "You're brother is quite the comedian."

"Yeah, he's a barrel of laughs when it's at my expense." Evangeline scoffed. "I still can't believe he said those things about me."

Melody reached out and placed her hand against Evangeline's arm.

"I actually thought you were rather cute." Melody grinned.

Evangeline felt her cheeks redden as the heat spread from the touch of Melody's hand straight to her head.

"I was rather adorable wasn't I?" Evangeline joked to hide her nervousness.

"Yes, you are." Melody replied before walking in the direction Henry and Paige had gone.

Evangeline took a deep breath and laughed, before hoisting the bag onto her shoulder making her way towards the car.