A/N: Hello everyone! New chapter, and it's long and it's juicy. The show really hasn't given us any hope as OQers, however for us Dark OQ fans, our time has come!

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Kisses.

The next morning…

Regina walked through the hallway and stopped in front of the door before turning back around and sitting on the couch to put on her shoes. She zippered her heels up and stood back up before flattening the nonexistent wrinkles on her pencil skirt and letting out a long sigh. She flipped her hair and then noticed Robin staring at her.

She jumped at the sight of him, "Damn it, I didn't want to wake you."

"You're pacing made it a little hard to stay sleeping." He laughed.

Regina rolled her eyes and walked over to him, "I'm sorry for waking you. You need your rest."

He kissed her on the cheek and started to turn as he spoke, "I'll be ready in ten minutes, relax, and I'll meet you down here."

She nodded and watched as he ran up the stairs. With a laugh, Regina spun around and sat on the couch to wait for him. She pulled out her phone from her purse and read through the notifications. Her eyes grew big when she saw a text message from Mr. Gold.

Regina, I heard you crossed paths with a Mr. Daniel Colter? Call me as soon as you get this.

Gold

Her mouth dropped before she looked around, making sure Robin didn't come downstairs. Regina stood from the couch and made her way to the porch in the backyard to call Gold.

Hello, Regina. Didn't expect you to be awake this early.

"I have an early shift so I was up," she sighed as she leaned against the glass sliding door, "So, what's wrong?"

I was going to ask you the same thing. How did your confrontation with Daniel go?

"Crazy to tell you the truth," she bit her lip, "Actually horrible, it was terrifying."

Terrifying? I'm afraid I'm not comprehending what you're trying to tell me. Please, elaborate.

She sighed into the phone as she looked through the glass door, making sure Robin still wasn't there, "He tried to seduce me, Gold."

Is that all?

"What do you mean, 'Is that all'?" She spit out.

I imagined he would have done more.

"He basically attacked me. And he felt me up in my office during work hours no less," she said, "Thankfully, I got him off of me and got him out of my office before he could proceed any further."

He didn't come back? Has he contacted you since?

"No, why?" She said suspiciously, "Why are you so concerned with him?"

He's not through with you, that's why. He called me.

"Is that why you're so worried that you felt the need to talk to me over the phone?"

Regina, be on your highest guard. He isn't done. He threatened my company and I still went ahead to warn you. I promise it won't be good for you or for me. Be careful.

She smiled through the phone, "Stop messing with me, Gold. Not in the mood for your silly games-"

I'm not joking, Regina. Steer clear of any place he'd be. You didn't hear any of this from me. Good luck.

"Wait, Gold, you're serious?"

The opposite end of the phone call was silent.

"Gold?" she looked at her screen then brought the phone back up the her ear, "Gold, don't leave me like that!"

She let her hand drop to her side as she ended the call, rubbing her watery eyes and sighing with sadness. She tried to calm herself down; she couldn't let this get to her. All she had to do was steer clear of any place he'd be. That's it.

But he knew everything about her. Everything. She'd need to be extremely careful before going anywhere or saying anything. She'd need to watch who she built relationships with and who she broke them with.

"Snow-"

She ran inside without shutting the sliding glass door all the way and called for Robin to hurry up.

"Have a good day, I'll see you during lunch." Robin kissed her forehead before getting out of the car.

"How much longer do we need to hide us?" Regina pouted.

"Longer than today." He sighed as he rubbed her back and they made their way into the building, parting ways and going into their own offices.

Regina slipped out of her office minutes later when she was sure Robin was into his work mode, and made her way over to Snow's office. She knocked lightly before she heard Snow call her in.

"I know we're both not ready for confrontation, but I really need to talk to you," Regina said as she stuck her head into the doorframe.

Snow didn't lift her head, "You know neither of us have anything to say to the other."

"Snow, please. I'm begging you," She stepped inside and locked the door behind her, "It's kind of a life or death situation here."

Snow rolled her eyes, "I'm sure it's not that crucial for me to hear."

Regina sat down and stared at Snow before sighing and saying, "Remember that hypothetical situation I asked out for advice about last week?"

Snow nodded.

"Well, it wasn't so hypothetical."

"What do you mean, Regina?" Snow said as she finally looked up. Regina froze and then looked down to her hands, which started to shake.

"I was actually attacked by a man I used to date. It was weird actually; he was never so controlling and touch. That's why I fell in love with him, but," Regina looked up to her, "When he found out about me moving on, nonetheless with his partner, he needed to claim me again."

Snows mouth dropped, "Regina, are you serious?"

Regina nodded as her eyes grew watery, "And now he's back and he's looking for me and I'm scared, Snow. I'm terrified."

"Does Robin know?" Snow asked, "About everything?"

Regina nodded again, "I got a call from my former boss earlier this morning; he was concerned about my well being, considering that Daniel was back. Gold and I go way back and he's always been there as a second father to me, and he's risking his own company by telling me about Daniel's plans."

Snow stood up and her eyes grew wide, "Wait, Daniel? Daniel Colter?"

"Snow, I know that look. What's wrong?"

"I invited him to the business's gala tonight," Snow said, "The other day when he was leaving. Him and Robin were friendly so I insisted."

"You what?" Regina spit out as she stood, "To the gala tonight?"

Snow nodded reluctantly.

"I'll have to tell Robin I'm not going," she said, "I just can't."

Snow reached over her desk and grabbed Regina's hand, "If you decide to go, Robin, I, and the rest of the workers here will be more than happy to watch out for you."

Regina froze when Snow touched her hands; Memories of their friendship started to flood her mind. She took in a deep breath and smiled, "Thank you, I'll think about it. I better go talk to Robin."

Regina walked out of her office and made her way over to Robin's. She knocked lightly before slipping inside the room and giving Robin a worried look.

"What's wrong?" Robin asked.

She just stared at him.

"Regina?"

"I can't go to the gala tonight, Robin." She said as she looked down to the ground.

He stood and walked over to her, before brushing her hair behind her ears and lifting her chin so she would look at him, "Why not? Why have you changed your mind?"

"Daniel is going to be there; Snow invited him."

"Did she do that on purpose? I swear if she-"

"No, no. It was earlier this month when he left from a meeting with you," Regina patted his chest, "She wouldn't do that, no matter how much I hurt her."

Robin pulled her into a hug, "Are you sure you don't want to go? It's kind of your thing. Your favorite thing actually."

"I know, I'm just scared he'll get to me."

He rubbed her back and kissed her forehead, "You know I'll protect you."

Regina paused and thought about it. Was Daniel worth ruining her night that she dreamed about for ages?

No.

"Fine, I'll go. but if anything-"

"If anything gets fishy or you start to feel uncomfortable, the limo will be waiting outside." He smiled and kissed her lips lightly before she collapsed into his embrace once more.

Later that night…

It's rich champagne color brought out the best features in her. It hung beautifully, words can't even describe. It was strapless, which showed off her collarbones and her petite shoulders. It hugged her form and let out at the bottom near her feet, which she complemented with satin black heels and a thin black choker. Her hair was twisted into tight curls, bouncing as she walked, and her makeup was dark and devious, a shade of her darkest red lipstick covered her lips. She grabbed her wallet, which was black and went over her shoulder, and headed for the door as she heard a doorbell.

Before opening it, she flipped her hair and took a deep breath.

"What the hell, Regina?" Robin said with his mouth wide open.

Regina looked down at herself, "Too much?"

"No, no," he said as he grabbed her hands, "You looked wonderful. Stunning in every way."

She blushed at his words before leaning into a soft kiss on his lips, "And you - very handsome, black looks good on you."

"Mhm, thank you love," he held his hand out, "Are you ready to go?"

Regina nodded as she took his hand, giggling and locking the door behind her before they made their way to his limo.

"Forgot these," he said as he handed her a mask, "Since it is masquerade."

"How will you know it's me?"

He laughed, "I'd know that smile anywhere."

She smiled as he put her mask on.

When they arrived at the venue, he held the door open for her and helped her out. There were paparazzi taking photos, "Didn't realize you were such a big deal, Locksley."

"Most successful business man in the tri-state area, love," he smirked as he stopped her for a picture, "And just so you're aware, they'll probably start making up stories about us since we arrived together."

She shrugged as she stroke a pose, "That's fine with me."

He landed a kiss on her cheek as they continued taking pictures of them. She was shocked that he would do that, considering he was all about his reputation.

Robin interlocked their fingers and lead her inside of the building, which was already crowded enough to be compared to the city's streets. Regina laughed when she saw the crowd inside, neither of them were expecting such a big turnout. In response, Robin lead her over to a table, where they placed their things and looked around.

"Drink or dance?" Robin asked.

"Definitely in need of a drink," she said.

Robin nodded as he rubbed her hand and left to go get them drinks. She looked around for Daniel, but she couldn't see through the giant crowd. She shrugged to herself and tucked her hair behind her ear and suddenly felt a hand on the small of her back.

She flinched as she spun around, "Oh my god, Robin. Don't do that to a woman."

"Do what?"

"Surprise attack her?"

He raised an eyebrow as he placed down the drinks, "I called your name but you just turned away. I figured you knew I was coming."

She shook her head. Daniel was already driving her insane and she didn't even know if he was there at all.

"I'm sorry, just forget I ever said anything," she shook her head and looked down to their drinks, "What did you get?"

"Tequila." He smirked and winked at her as he sipped his drink. She took her glass in her hand and chugged it down quickly, before placing the glass back down and speaking, "Ready to dance?"

Robin could sense that something was wrong but he just nodded and let her lead him to the center of the dance floor. A slow song came on as they reached the center. He grabbed her back and pulled her close into his personal space, interlocking their hands in the air. She laughed as she put her hand on his shoulder, staring up to his dashing blue eyes. Robin spun her around and she pulled herself into him, letting both of her arms fall behind his neck, and her head lay on his shoulder; he was basically hugging her and swaying at the same time.

Suddenly, she caught eye contact with another man, who was across the room. He had on a black suit as well, with a red tie, much like Robin's, and his mask only covered his eyes. He was a split image of Robin, but his hair was combed back with gel and a darker shade of brown than Robin's, and he sent her a smirk across the room. Regina blinked a few times, trying to stop looking at him, but her mind was so entranced by his image that she couldn't shake him off. She squinted her eyes, trying to see a more clear version of his face, but before she could do so, he turned away. Robin dipped her and pulled her up into a passionate kiss, which was followed by a series of lighter pecks. She let out a laugh before turning her head away and looking for the mystery man, who was no longer anywhere to be found.

Regina let Robin go talk to some of his partnering companies while she sat at their table and drank some more. The drinks, the more she drank, were helping her relieve herself of stress - the relief of Daniel. The more she drank, the easier it was to forget about him. After her sixth shot of tequila, someone placed a tall glass of sangria in front of her. She looked up to see the same man she made eye contact with earlier; he had a smirk on his face and bent down in front of her. He held out his hand and said, "Drink up."

"And why would I do that, mystery man?" She said with a smile. The drinks were overwhelming her control system and she didn't quite know what was happening.

He grabbed her hand and handed her the drink as they stood together, "Because the fun's just beginning."

She raised an eyebrow before bringing the glass to her lips. She drank it down slowly before letting out a laugh and placing the empty glass on the table.

"Care to dance, beautiful?" the man asked. She nodded as she took his hand and followed him to the dance floor.

He pulled her close, holding her body tightly against his, both of his hands on her waist and his forehead against hers. She didn't dare look at him, yet.

"You do look magnificent," the man said.

"Ah, why thank you. These are my favorite events, you know?" She said.

He nodded, "I do know that. I remember one I went to many years ago."

She looked up to him and separated their foreheads as she listened.

"It was back in 2012, in the hotel just up the street from here. It was a black and white party, a reunion in my sophomore year of college. I arrived there and was extremely surprised on how thought out the event was; it was beautiful, actually," he said, "I drank so much that night, I can remember it vividly. That was the night that my girlfriend and I-"

"Went all the way?" Regina's eyes grew big, "Daniel? Oh my god."

"Ah, the princess has finally woken from her beauty sleep. Surprised it actually took you that long to figure out it was me," he laughed. He tightened his grip on her waist as she tried to push off of him, "No use in trying, I slipped a little something in your drink a few minutes ago."

She pouted as she hit his chest and continued to try to escape his hold, but she suddenly felt weak. He smiled and pulled her off the dance floor. She was slowly becoming dizzy and her vision was becoming blotchy. Regina heard a door close behind her as she felt the impact of her body hitting the wall. She could feel his breath on her neck as he pressed his body against her backside.

"Daniel, don't do this." She let out, "They'll find me. And you'll be the one to get hurt."

"I guess it's worth the risk," he said, "As long as I get you one last time, and I'll be on my way."

He spun her around and held her wrists above her head as he slipped her mask off of her eyes and stared at her hungrily. He left a kiss on the back of her neck as he ran his free hand through her curls and growled.

"Robin's here, Daniel. He'll find me-"

"Don't be so sure; he was never the attentive boyfriend," he laughed, "Not even to Marian."

She got spun around as she sent him and angry look, "I'm done hearing about Marian! Let me go, Daniel. I want to go home."

"I guess we all can't get what we want," he smirked, "But I always do."

He tightened his grip on her wrists as his other hand held the back of her head in place, allowing him to take claim of her lips in a rough, demanding way. His tongue begged for entrance, and since she wasn't giving it to him, he began to suck her lips until they were so sore, that she need to open her mouth. Daniel's free hand began to roam all over her body, feeling the sensation of the satin material under his fingertips. He licked along her jawline and nibbled on her ear as she called out for help - but no one answered.

"Stop trying," Daniel said as he covered her mouth with his hand, "You're going to have the time of your life."

Robin turned around and began to walk over to his table when he finally noticed Regina wasn't there anymore. He looked around before running over to Snow, who was talking with her husband David.

"She's gone, I'm worried, help, I don't know what to do, what will I do if he has her? What can I do? I need to find her, please help me, Snow, I-"

"Calm down, we'll find her; let's spit up." She said as she pulled David with her and pushed Robin towards the stairs. Robin started to panic as he ran up the stairs, which lead him into a long hallway filled with different rooms. He never imagined that this building would have so many rooms on one floor. He almost fainted.

He shook his head as he thought about his goal - Regina.

"Daniel, no, stop." She said as she felt her face getting wet. Tears ran down her cheeks as she tried to push his body away with the hands that he recently let go of. His hands roughly grabbed the material of her dress, twisting her and pushing her front against the wall. He fumbled with the zipper before finally pulling it down and letting his cold hands come in contact with her soft, delicate skin.

"Stop it, Daniel!"

Robin began to search the rooms. One door, two doors, seven doors. He punched the wall as he ran back to the stairs, running up to the third floor and beginning to search the many rooms on that floor.

He tried to pull her dress off but she kept her arms hard on her body so that she was somewhat holding the clothing up. He struggled to pull it down, before he came to a halt and spun her back around. He put a hand next to her head and leaned in front of her face, so that their lips were inches away, and said, "If you resist me one more time, there will be a lot more pain than sensation for you."

"Daniel, this isn't you, just stop." She begged as she wrapped her arms around her body, trying to create some sort of wall between them.

"One more word and I'll rip that dress and bang you senselessly," he said, "I'm warning you."

With no luck on the third floor, he began to get even more panicky. He punched the wall again before letting out a loud and angry sigh. Where did he take her? What was he doing to her? What if he hurt her?

She was probably crying her eyes out, calling for some help and getting none in return. Probably had her heart aching for someone to be there, someone to pull that monster off of her. Probably wondering why Robin even left her alone in the first place, why he wouldn't think twice before doing so. She was probably feeling broken.

And he was the only thing that could fix her.

Regina closed her mouth before taking a deep breath and yelling, "Robin!"

"That's it."

"Robin!"

It was her. Her quickly spun around and ran for the stairs, skipping two at a time to get to the fourth floor quicker. He was out of breath and his heart was aching to see her okay. When he made it to the fourth floor, he ran down the hallway, opening all of the doors until he found the one that was locked. He banged on the door and yelled for her.

"Regina!"

"Robin? Help me!"

"Shut up." Daniel said as he covered her mouth and spun her back around. He once again let his cold hands grasp her skin, quickly yanking the material and ripping it, but not off of her body.

She screamed.

The scream gave Robin an adrenaline rush. He stepped back from the door and ran into it, the lock bursting in half and the door swinging open. Within seconds, he grabbed the back of Daniel's suit and yanked him off of Regina. Daniel coughed when he hit the ground, before he got back up and swung at Robin.

Regina tried to zipped her dress up as much as she could before running into the corner.

"Don't you ever come near her again!" Robin yelled as he dodged Daniel's punch.

"She's mine." Daniel said.

Robin growled and punched him square in the nose, "She isn't someone's property, she's a human being."

"Regina Mills isn't a human; she's ruthless, ignorant, and an evil bitch," Daniel yelled as he wiped the blood from his nose, "She deserves nothing. Not after what she did to her-"

"Daniel!" Regina yelled and stopped him from talking.

Robin punched him in the gut, "This is for Regina," then punched him in the nose, "For me," and then punched him under his chin, "And that's for being dirtbag you are!"

Daniel coughed when he hit the ground as Robin ran behind to Regina. He took off his suit jacket and wrapped it around her shoulders before pulling her shivering body into his embrace and kissing her forehead, "You're safe now."

Robin helped her stand before bringing her out of the room but stopped in the doorway as Daniel spoke, "Don't let her weak act fool you, Robin. She ain't so fragile."

Robin rolled his eyes before taking her out into the hallway and rubbing her arms. He didn't speak another word, because he knew how shaken up she was. She looked up to him, saw the angry look on his face, and looked back down to the floor. When they got down stairs, he led her out of the building and into the waiting limo. He made sure she was comfortable before the drive began and didn't look at her until she spoke.

"I'm sorry about everything," she said, "About me and Daniel, and tonight, it all."

He looked at her with wet eyes, "There's nothing to be sorry about. I should be the one apologizing. I left you alone when I knew you were scared. I never should have. I shouldn't have pressured you to even come to this thing. I'm so sorry, Regina. I'm so sorry."

"I love you, Robin."

Robin's mouth dropped at her words.

"I love you too, Regina."

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