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CHAPTER 9

Regina had woken up in Emma's arms. She was surprised at the level of peace and comfort that had flooded over her.

She never thought she'd feel the way that Emma made her feel again. The last time had been with Daniel and she believed that her ability to love in that way had been buried with him.

As far as Regina was concerned, Emma made her feel like a young girl in love. Her vibrancy was hard to resist. Emma looked at her like she wanted to slam her into a wall and have her way with her. And looking into Emma's eyes made her want to be a person who could love and be loved again.

But she was still afraid to completely commit. She had been alone for so long. And being a part of a couple was frightening territory for her. It was too much for her to take in in just the few days that had passed since she became aware of the feelings inside her.

Emma had spent the entire day flirting with Regina. She was definitely ready to take the next step. She had feelings for Regina and Regina obviously shared those same feelings. They had two kids together. She didn't see a point in playing coy.

She had kissed her and held her hand throughout the day. She even got a few butt slaps and squeezes in when Angelica's head was turned.

But, she wasn't being pushy nor did she force Regina faster than she wanted. She was allowing Regina to set the pace.

They had started with breakfast at FAO Schwartz. Regina had bought toys for Angelica and Henry. Emma and Angelica had had a blast going down every aisle and playing with everything. Two kids in a toy store. While Regina followed along behind them taking the occasional pic and laughing more than she had in the past few years.

Next had been a tour of RKO Radio Studio and a Rockettes performance. Even though Emma had lived in New York for years, she had never had the chance to experience any of this. She felt like Angelica. Seeing wonderful things for the first time. Regina kept looking over at the two of them and giving them small smiles. They had taken tons of photos.

Finally, they got back to their suite in time to get Angelica down for a nap. It had been a great day.

After they got Angelica down for her nap, the two were kissing cuddled in one another's arms on the other side of the king sized bed from their daughter.

Emma wanted to tell Regina what today had meant for her. "I had a lot of fun today."

Regina pulled out of her arms, "I'm glad." It made her feel a little special that she had been able to give this to Emma as well as her daughter. What was the point of having money if you couldn't enjoy it with those you love? Regina sighed, "I only wish Henry were here."

Emma ran her hands up and down Regina's arms. "Next time." She nuzzled her nose. "Maybe we come out for Christmas. We could like stay for a whole week."

Regina smiled, "That sounds lovely," Regina melted back into Emma.

"So, does that mean that we can keep doing this when we get home?" She wanted it to come out as a casual question but Regina heard the uncertainty behind it.

She remembered that Emma had grown up as an orphan and probably had issues with insecurity. The same way that she had issues with being too scared that the person she was committing to would be taken away from her.

She pulled away just enough to look into Emma's eyes. "I hope so."

Emma smiled and kissed her so hard she got Regina to start moaning into the kiss. She rolled over on top of her when they were interrupted.

"What are you doing?" Angelica was sitting up and looking at them strangely.

Regina shoved Emma off of her and sat up. "We were umm…," she looked over at Emma.

"We were having private grown up time, kid. It's something that adults do when they love each other."

"You love my Mommy?" Angelica asked curiously.

"Yes, I do." Regina blushed at the loving way that Emma was looking at her. "And she loves me too." At this Regina's head snapped over to Emma's.

And she nodded. "I do."