So sorry these are taking forever to get out. It's like two weeks before finals and you know how that goes. So bare with me please? I'm working on All Your Fault but I seem to be a little blocked but it should be out, at latest, Memorial Day.

Disclaimer: I don't own OUAT (b/c the finale would have been WAY different if I did)


"Not that I'm complaining but what was that for?" Emma's breathing was ragged but she couldn't help the smile that crept on her face.

*Earlier*

Regina had been working nonstop until lunch time. She headed out to Granny's hoping she wouldn't run into Emma on the way. She wanted to get in and get out. She was not ready to confront Emma. Not yet at least. On her walk back to her office she noticed the two idiots walking toward the Sheriff's Station. They're just going to ambush her? Typical, clueless Charmings. She shook her head and continued her walk back to her office. As she ate she couldn't help but wonder what Emma's reaction would be to her parents just showing up unannounced and knowing Emma it wouldn't go well at all. Her curiosity got the better of her and she poofed herself a sleek, handheld mirror.

"Show me Emma Swan." The mirror rippled and she saw Emma sitting across from her parents with a scowl on her face.

"Emma, she's dangerous and evil. How can you not see that? She spilt us up, she's tried to kill both of us! I honestly don't see why she's still Mayor and hasn't been taken in to custody."

Snow White's shrill voice came through the mirror and she cringed. She waited for Emma to agree with her mother and march down her to arrest her and have her executed but, again, she jumps to Regina's defense. The brunette smiled fondly as she listened to Emma fight for her. She felt her magic crackle beneath her skin when Snow accused her of putting a spell on Emma. Like I'm that petty, dear.

"…And Neal is your True Love, of course!"

Regina almost lost it at that. That man hasn't been around ever since we got back from Neverland! He abandoned Henry even after everything he'd said about staying for him and wanting to be a father. At least Emma kept her word. I should rip his pathetic little heart out. She mused to herself and continued to listen to Snow White's accusations and began to tear up at Emma's vehement and defensive words.

"…We may have conceived Henry but we do not deserve the titles of mom and dad. We haven't yet earned them but Regina has. She's earned the title 'mother' 10 times over by now."

That was the nail in the coffin for Regina. She had been fighting with herself ever since they left Gold's but hearing Emma now, she knew she had to take the chance. She had to give herself to the incredibly annoying blonde who just so happened to stolen her heart. She wiped her eyes and saw that Emma was now alone in her office and she took a deep breath before finally letting go.

*Present*

Regina had to smile when she noticed the huge grin on Emma's face and she moved her hand to caress the younger woman's cheek.

"I suppose that was a thank you."

"What are you thanking me for?"

"What you said to Snow about me. You didn't have to."

"I'm not even going to ask how you know what I said and you're welcome. She can't keep getting away with talking about you like that. I won't let her." Regina surged forward again, connecting their lips once more. Both women sighed at the feeling that raced through their bodies. Emma let out a small laugh as she gazed at Regina.

"I don't think I'll ever get used to that. Your lips are like…magic!" The blonde laughed at her own joke and Regina only rolled her eyes but couldn't help the small smile that was almost undetectable. Almost.

"Yes, you are hilarious, dear." Regina lost her breath like she was just punched in the gut when Emma gazed at her with a dazzling grin and her eyes shining with… well, something she wasn't ready to address just yet. Her long, golden hair was draped over her right shoulder and her head was cocked to the side like an adorable puppy would do when confused. Regina couldn't help herself as she walked slowly toward the blonde, her heels clicking against the tiles was the only sound in the room. When she came to stand directly in front of Emma, she searched emerald eyes, looking for something, and apparently finding it because she cautiously reached her hand out to touch the side of Emma's face but drew back quickly before coming into contact with the woman's skin. Her wrist was caught by a hand before she could lower her hand completely. Green eyes silently implored her to continue what she had originally wanted to do. The brunette slowly extended her arm again, keeping her eyes on Emma's, as she placed her hand on the younger woman's cheek. Loving eyes fluttered closed for a moment or two and she leaned into the gentle touch. Regina felt like her heart was about to break out of her chest when the blonde all but melted into her hand. With uncharacteristic nervousness, she let her hand move slowly down Emma's jaw line, her fingertips dancing across pink lips. She studied the woman's features, admiring the planes of Emma's face, memorizing every detail.

Emma remained silent as Regina's fingers glided across her face. The intimacy of the moment wasn't lost on her but she didn't think Regina realized it yet. She watched the shorter woman in front of her, the so called 'Evil Queen' who everyone hated and feared but when she was like this, she was unable to comprehend how anyone couldn't love the woman standing in front of her. She is so beautiful like this, defenseless, innocent even. It was then Emma felt a surge of protectiveness swell inside her like a tidal wave. She wanted to see Regina like this all the time. Every single day. No one is going to hurt you, Regina. Emma promised to herself. I won't let them. As Emma thought her brows furrowed under Regina's fingers making the woman pull her hands away quickly.

"Emma, I-I'm sorry I shouldn't ha-," Regina began to apologize but was cut off.

"No! No. Don't apologize for that. Never apologize for doing something like that." She took Regina's hands in hers and laced them together. "I was just thinking about something, it wasn't you who I was frowning at." She gave the brunette a small smile and Regina let out a relieved sigh.

"Well then, I suppose we should go to Granny's considering you hadn't had the opportunity to eat lunch." She inspected her nails as she spoke as nonchalantly as she possibly could. Emma tried to stifle her grin by biting her lip and cleared her throat.

"Madame Mayor, are you asking me out on a lunch date?"

"If you wish to put a title on the outing then yes, it would be classified as a 'lunch date'." Emma couldn't help the grin that stretched across her face. She's so adorable! Emma laughed and walked out of the station and headed towards Granny's. When they got to the entrance of the diner Regina stopped and looked down at her hand that was still tightly grasped in Emma's. Emma noticed the change immediately.

"Regina we don't have to 'come out' so to speak. If you're not comfortable we can try controlling it or-,"

"No. No I was just… preparing myself. I couldn't care less about what any of those people think and I will not hinder our trying to break this enchantment because of their ignorant, little minds." With that Regina stomped into the diner dragging a very amused Emma behind her. The place went silent, as per usual, when Regina entered but when Emma entered behind her everyone's gaze went to their clasped hands and the whispering started instantly. With her head high the Mayor pulled a smirking Sheriff into a booth. Every person that glanced at them was given an Evil Queen glare and abruptly went back to their conversations. Ruby came over bouncing on her toes and biting her lip, trying to hide a grin.

"Hey! So are you two like together or what?" She blurted out before either woman could speak. Regina raised her eyebrow at the waitress.

"Miss Lucas, do you honestly feel it's your prerogative to know that kind of information, should it be true?" Ruby's mouth opened and closed a few times but no words came out. Emma stifled a chuckle behind her menu and decided to put Ruby out of her misery.

"Hey Rubes, can I just get my usual?" She glanced over at Regina, who was still studying the menu.

"I'll have a small chicken caesar salad, dressing on the side, please." Ruby nodded and scurried off to place their orders. Emma shook her head at Regina with a small smirk on her face.

"Why do you do that to her? You know you scare the shit out of her." Regina simply stared at her satisfied look on her face.

"Whatever do you mean, dear?" Regina flashed her a wicked smile and Emma reached across the table to grab her hand. She tugged it to the right, indicating she wanted Regina to get up. With a confused look, Regina slowly stood up. Emma scooted to the far side of her booth and pulled Regina down to sit next to her with a coy smile. Regina stared at her a moment before beaming at the blonde. She brought their hands to her lips and placed a light kiss atop their joined hands. Regina began to gently rub the back of Emma's knuckles with her thumb. Emma sighed contentedly and leaned against Regina's shoulder, letting her eyes drift shut. Regina turned her head slightly to the left and kissed the top on Emma's hairline, smiling when she heard another sigh. As the couple waited for their food, Regina checked and replied to emails on her phone while Emma relaxed into her. Neither woman noticed how the diner was completely silent, or the fact that everyone was looking at the two with looks of downright shock, confusion, and something akin to awe. No one dared speak in fear that it would break the illusion and one, or both, of the women would become irritated and snap at whoever disturbed their peace. The door of Granny's opened and the air felt like it had been sucked out of the room.

"Would somebody like to explain to me what the hell is going on?" Snow shouted from where she stood by the counter with Charming beside her. Both Regina and Emma looked up to see an infuriated Snow White, and just like that their little bubble of bliss popped.


Gasp! I know you totally didn't see that coming! (note the sarcasm) I was really trying to show that Regina has finally accepted the fact that she does have feelings for Emma and trying to hide it will only make things worse.

*A/N*

Do you think Charming is going to believe Emma and Regina are TL's or is he going to side with his wife?

Would you rather see Hook or Neal in the next chapter?