'Oh, so that's why you called me about swimsuit. I was curious as hell.'

'Well, I'm thankful you didn't push and ask. For some reason, I called Ruby next thinking she would have one in spite of Maine weather. Turns out, she did.' Regina recalled how excited Ruby was about her inquiry. The waitress even brought it to her house and was also very curious as to what she's gonna be using it for. Regina profusely thanked her but said nothing more. It's bad enough that she had to borrow from the notorious town gossip, she's not gonna add more material to the news she's surely gonna spread around.

'What did it look like?'

'It was white. I knew after that day that it was called a bandeau bikini top and it was as skimpy as you're thinking it is.'

Kathryn had a shit eating grin on her face. 'I bet Emma enjoyed that.'

'Oh, she did. She couldn't look away from me.'

Regina drove to the beach and parked. She was feeling a little nervous and a little chilly. They should've done this a little earlier cause that familiar Maine cold was slowly blanketing the place. She turned off the engine and grabbed the beach bag, Ruby was kind enough to bring one as well, and tried to find Emma.

Since it was a weekday, the beach was empty. Regina was thankful that for her first time, she would be able to enjoy it alone and without the stares of people who will see her for the first time wearing slippers. For the weather, the sand was surprisingly warm and since there was already a little bit on her feet, she took off the shockingly pink slippers and walked barefoot.

She was already in the middle of the beach when she saw a blonde come up of the water. 'Emma!'

The blonde's stare caught her and waved back before she swam towards Regina. When Emma was already walking in the shallow part, Regina saw what the blonde was wearing and her jaw dropped to the floor. It was like something from a teenage boys fantasy. Her mind made Emma walk in slow motion and added a seductive rock background music. If it wasn't for her root to reality, she would've sworn that Emma seductively ran her hands on her body and flicked her wet hair.

The bikini was mismatched and had clashing patterns but nonetheless, it looked good on the chiseled body. Regina had an idea of what Emma looked like underneath all her tight clothes but seeing it for the first time was nothing she could imagine. From the tones legs, to the flat stomach, to her ample breasts, the Savior had a perfect body and Regina could not stop looking.

'Regina?'

Emma was smirking when Regina looked up at her. She was totally caught. 'Emma, uhh, hello. So, I see you've started without me.'

'Oh yeah, sorry. The water just felt so good.' Emma tilted her head to the side and narrowed her eyes as she saw the trench coat. 'I don't think that's gonna work.'

'I'm wearing a swimwear underneath, Emma. Although, I should let you know, I don't know how to swim. I never learned.' There was an abundance of different forms of water back in Regina's land but from learning how to be a proper lady to ruling lands, taking a dip hasn't really been a priority.

Emma was undeterred, however. 'That's okay. I'll teach you.'

'I don't even know why I'm agreeing to do this. What if one of us drowns, Emma? Henry will be orphaned.'

'Regina, it's gonna be fine. I've been swimming since I was a little kid. We're not gonna go that deep if you want. I just thought it would be fun.'

'Okay. Just promise me you won't let go, alright?'

Emma smiled and nodded, trying to instill confidence in Regina. 'Are you ready?'

Regina dropped the beach bag and slowly unbuttoned her trench. Once all the buttons were free, she shrugged it off and folded it, dropping it above the bag. 'Okay, what do we do-' She turned to Emma and saw that the blonde was feasting on her exposed body just as she had earlier. She can clearly see the track those blue greens took and it went and stopped on her breasts. The bandeau gave her great cleavage and she made a mental note to send Ruby a thank you gift.

'Is this why you wanted us to swim, Sheriff? So you can ogle me?'

There was no shame written on the blonde's face. 'Oh, like you didn't check me out earlier, Madame Mayor.'

'I was merely taking in your choice of swimwear, is everything you wear mismatched, dear?'

'Yes, you were judging my swimsuit by the way you were looking at my legs.' Emma took Regina's hands and laced their fingers. 'C'mon, let's get you wet.'

Small steps were taken but in no time they got to the stunningly blue water. The first touch of it on Regina's skin made her jerk and Emma looked back. 'You okay?'

'Yes, it's just a bit cold.'

'It will get warmer once we go deeper.'

As they did, Regina's hold on Emma's hand tightened. She was admittedly afraid, even though she can still touch the grainy sea bed. The water was up to Regina's shoulders when they stopped and Emma turned to her. 'Are you okay?'

'Yes. Yes, I am.' The water did feel warmer and it was now doing great things to her body. The stillness of the surrounding was soothing and it was slowly relaxing her.

'Okay, now do this.' Emma bent her knees and dipped all the way under the clear waters. After a second or so, she came back up and pushed her wet hair back with one hand. 'Now, you.'

'Don't let go of my hand, okay?' Regina indulged herself a deep breath before she slowly did what Emma asked. Before she was completely submerged, she closed her eyes and focused on the feeling of the blonde's hands on her. She only lasted under three seconds before she came up and opened her eyes.

There waiting for her was a smiling Emma. 'You okay? It's not so bad, right?'

'No.' She felt silly that she was taking such baby steps so she let go of Emma's hand. She panicked and grabbed it back however, thinking it was a fluke. 'I'm fine, Emma. So what should we do?'

'This.' Emma flicked some water to Regina's face and grinned.

The brunette gasped at the audacity and replied with doing the same. Emma jerked away and it hit the side of her face. 'You did not just do that, Emma Swan.'

'Oh but I did!'

They exchanged blows until Emma did a particularly large one, causing Regina to lean back and fall. A shriek was heard before she fell on the water. This made Emma's smile drop and she quickly dove in. When she saw Regina struggling to get up, she hugged her and pulled them both up.

Regina sputtered and coughed. 'Emma!' She pushed to get some air but anchored on the blonde's arm.

'I'm so sorry! Are you okay?'

Regina nodded before she punched Emma in the shoulder. 'You are such a jerk!'

Emma looked apologetic. 'Do you want to get out now?'

'No, that was somewhat fun.' The brunette turned her scowl into a shit eating grin before she pushed Emma. The blonde lost her balance and fell backwards, just like Regina did.

Having an advantage, the blonde swam underwater and circled Regina. When she came up, she locked her arms on the thin waist, startling her. 'Oh so now, you're having fun?' Emma whispered.

Regina shivered. 'Don't gloat, dear. It's very unbecoming.' Instead of chastising herself for not being able to control that shiver, she circled her arms above Emma's.

'It is?' Emma husked. Her voice suddenly became so sexy and Regina wanted more. They both stood still for a couple seconds, Emma just breathing her in and Regina basking in the embrace.

'It is... but I like it.' Regina's voice did the same.

Emma placed her lips right next to the the brunette's ear then hummed. The vibration traveled and sent shock waves throughout Regina's body that she couldn't help the tiny moan that escaped her. Emma gave a throaty giggle before she started placing kisses just below the ear.

Finally.

Regina has dreamed of having those pale, thin lips on her and it was finally happening. She instinctively tilted her neck to give Emma more room and it was rewarded with more kisses. 'Emma... God, that feels so good, what.. what are we doing?'

'Isn't this what you wanted?' Emma said. After, she introduced teeth to her repertoire and Regina almost slid down. Emma was slightly biting multiple points on her neck and it was driving her insane. She got to the brunette's clavicle and decided to pitch tent by sucking a certain patch of skin. When Emma started sucking quite harshly, Regina let out a whimper.

'Emma... fuck...' She has never been this turned on. Regina was a known seductress and sex was second nature to her Evil Queen persona but nothing has come close to the sensations that Emma was currently eliciting from her. Her whole body felt on fire. Raging, pulsing heat that all ended on her center. When the area was as loved as it can be, Emma bit down hard. 'God!'

'I'm flattered but call me Emma.'

Regina only groaned. Her hips started undulating, seeking some kind of pressure to relieve the pent up pleasure. Emma noticed this and decided to help. She slid her right hand downwards and felt the coiled abdominal muscles of her favorite Mayor before she dipped lower to the white bottoms. Regina's hip was gaining speed as Emma reached her destination.

'Emma, please...' It was almost embarrassing how fast she was worked her up but she had to beg. She needed Emma, bad.

And the blonde didn't disappoint. She felt for Regina's clit and when she pressed slightly, her hips jerked forward. The sensitive bud was circled with one of Emma's finger and the rhythm of her hips continued. Waves around her were being created and it was pretty obvious even from afar what they were doing but Regina was too far gone to think about that. She laid her head completely back on Emma's shoulder as she pleaded one last time. 'Emma, I need you inside me...'

'As you wish, My Queen.'

'Regina!'

The brunette's fantasy was shattered with Kathryn's scream. The dreamy look on her face turned to a disappointed pout.

'I know you're horny as shit right now but please stick to the actual story okay?'

'Fine!' Regina grabbed one of her freshly served finger foods, she expected the need for seconds since Kathryn has just as big appetite as her alcohol tolerance and popped it in her mouth before she continued the story. 'Emma did grab me from behind and threw me in the water. After a couple more rounds of water fights which I won, we walked back to the shore and laid down on the beach. It was just cool enough. We were quiet and after a few minutes, I opened my eyes and I saw her looking at me.'

'You trust me, right?'

Regina hummed. 'I already said I do but if you must hear it again...' She propped herself up on her elbows and looked at Emma. 'I trust you, Emma Swan.' It was the closest she ever was to her saying what she actually wanted to say.

'Okay, come with me.' She stood up and extended her hand for Regina to take.

Although confused, Regina took it. Emma tugged and they walked until water surrounded them once more. 'I want you take you to the further, kind of in the middle.'

'I told you I don't know how to swim. Maybe it's not such a good idea.'

'Put your arms around my neck.' Regina shook her head no. 'I'm not gonna let you drown, Regina. I promise I won't. Trust me.'

Finally, Regina did what Emma asked and brought their bodies closer. The brunette looked deep into Emma's eyes, searching for something she didn't know what and circled her arms around the long neck neck. Their bodies softly collided and Regina slowly forgot her worries. Having Emma near her always made her feel safe.

'Ready?' Emma slowly treaded the water after she got the okay.

Regina closed her eyes when she could no longer feel the sea bed beneath her feet. It still scared her but Emma was whispering her words of encouragement. After what felt like forever of holding her breath, the movement stopped. 'We're here. Open your eyes.'

A breathtaking sight welcomed her. The sun was just kissing the horizon, displaying an array of colors from orange, purple and blue. The water around them was still, only whispers of waves forming. They were quite far from the shore but she wasn't worried. Everything around them was so beautiful and was enough to dim her fears.

She took a breath, breaking the serenity softly. It was quiet except for the occasional bird chirp that Regina didn't mind for once. Finally, Regina faced Emma and smiled at her. The blue greens looked sparkling in the sunset light and Regina suddenly got what the blonde meant earlier.

'It's beautiful, Emma.'

'Yes, it is. So beautiful.' Emma was looking at Regina the whole time she spoke. It was her she found beautiful.

Regina tucked her head in sinewy shoulder and inhaled. 'I wish we could stay like this forever.'

'Me too.'

Time slipped them as they stayed in that same position. It felt like hours before Regina checked in with Emma again. The blonde's eyes were closed as she wore a calm look on her face. The pale lips were slightly puckered and it looked so tempting. It was the perfect timing but she didn't want to take the chance away from Emma so she kissed her nose instead. She softly placed her lips on the distinct nose before she also kissed her on the cheek.

Emma's long lashes fluttered open. 'What was that for?'

'This is amazing, Emma. Thank you.'

'So we're officially kissing now?'

'You've kissed me five times in the course of 72 hours, Miss Swan. My math says you still owe me.'

'I'm not complaining, am I?'

Regina laughed. 'You wish, Saviour.' The brunette laid her head once more on the strong shoulders and closed her eyes. She felt Emma's hands on the small of the back and she slightly panicked. 'Emma, how are we staying afloat?'

'Magic.'

Regina only sighed before she also wrapped both her legs around Emma's waist. 'Now, why didn't I think of that?'

They both came back to the mansion with Regina driving. While driving, they talked animatedly about planning a family between the three of them. The display of magic that Emma did was impressive and she wanted to show it off to her son. Regina agreed and set the date two weeks from now. The blonde continued to tell stories about where she learned how to swim.

'I should probably do that to Henry. I don't think the kid can swim.'

'Emma, you are not throwing our son in the middle of the ocean just so he can learn how to swim. That 's barbaric.' Regina parked the car and turned off the engine. She gathered her belongings and opened the car door. Emma followed and they walked to the porch.

'Regina, I was thinking more in a pool, not in the ocean.'

'Regardless. My son will learn how to swim without having an element of danger present.' They went up the three steps, regina stopping to dig through her beach bag for her keys. 'Maybe, I should enroll him in a legitimate swimming school.' The keys jangled as Regina pulled them out and aimed for the door.

'Wait.' Emma seized Regina's arms and turned the brunette to her. 'Don't get rid of me yet.'

'Did you want to have dinner? You're welcome to join-'

'No, that's your thing with Henry. I just wanted to say that I really enjoyed today. Today was perfect, so thank you.'

'I should thank you for suggesting that we spend it together... and for pushing me outside of my comfort zone.'

Emma just shrugged. 'My pleasure.' She put her arms next to Regina's shoulders, rubbing it slowly up and down. 'You know, I still owe you a couple kisses. You can redeem it if you want.'

'That eager for me to kiss you, huh?'

'Mayyybe.'

Regina nodded formally, slipping to her Mayoral mode quickly. ' Well, I wouldn't want to be taken advantage of.'

Emma locked her hands on the soft neck and lifted Regina head to her ever so slightly. The blonde took a deep breath before she closed her eyes and let the kissing solely again to Regina.

The brunette smirked as she leaned in and exhaled near Emma's mouth, hearing a tiny gasp before redirecting her lips to the sharp cheek. Emma's not gonna get the kiss Regina thinks she wants just yet.

'Moms?'

Regina turned in horror to a gaping Henry. 'Henry!'

Emma opened her eyes just in time to see Regina's hand push her. She staggered back but gain her balance quickly when she grabbed one of the pillars near.

'What were you two doing?'

'Nothing, dear. Miss Swan was just leaving. Right, Miss Swan?'

Emma snapped her fingers and pointed to Regina. 'Right!' She said a little too loudly. 'Yes, right. I'm gonna go. See you tomorrow kid.' She looked at both of them before she walked and almost ran to the gate. When it closed, Emma waved and started her walk home.

Regina uprooted herself from the porch and drapped her right hand on Henry's shoulder as they came in. 'Are you hungry, dear?'

'Why were you kissing Emma, mom?'

Ever her inquisitive boy, she thought. Regina looked uneasy. 'I was just saying goodbye to her, Henry.'

'Oh. Like how you say goodbye to Kathryn?'

'Definitely not.'

Henry looked confused but decided to drop it when Regina pulled the lasagna from the fridge. 'Lasagna! Score!'

Author's Notes: This chapter might have earned the M rating but the next one's gonna be real. Thank you to those who are reviewing. Glad you're enjoying this. K bye.