Hey guys, I'm so freaking sorry for such a long wait… life got crazy, I finished my two full stories. And sadly this got put onto the back burner. Hope you all are still interested in reading this one.:) for those who are, thank you for the support.
I do not own OUAT or its characters just my imagination.
Chapter 10: Yeah, friends
Emma leans on her yellow bug as she stands outside. It was a typical cool March day, but nothing her red leather jacket (with a hoodie underneath) and one of her trusty beanies can't handle. She's waiting for Henry outside his school, today was one of her days with the kid, Regina having late meetings on Wednesdays so it was them till she came and got him by 6. Then the bells rings, making Emma stand up straight watching for him.
Kids come running out, winter jackets over their little uniforms. Henry comes running out with the second group. He quickly spots the red coat and yellow bug. "Mom" he calls running over to her, dodging around other kids.
Emma laughs, bending down some, catching the boy into her arms moments later, kissing his head "Hey kid."
Henry smiles once in the embrace "Hi" he says simply.
Emma gives him another kiss "Well, its Wednesday, so we get to hang out till six-ish."
Henry grins, pulling away some "Dinner too?"
Emma nods "Yep, she asked me to feed you today."
Henry cheers "Yes."
"I need to give you something healthy, you do know that right?"
Henry nods "I know… but I at least get a small break with you."
Emma smiles; turning them around, she opens the door for him to slide in. Once he is in, she shuts the door and goes over to the driver's side and slides in. She turns the car back on, cranking the heat up "Would you be okay if we stop at the store for a few things?"
Henry nods "It's fine mom, I promise."
Emma nods and drives off, finding them at the store quickly. They walk in together; Emma grabs a shopping cart and starts down the front of the store. Emma lets Henry pick a desert for the night, he chooses chocolate ice cream, and a peanut butter sauce, something Emma wasn't going to argue. Emma walks around, getting a few more things, then heads up front. Then from around the corner spots Graham, her boss. "Oh… hey. Fancy bumping into you here" she smiles.
Graham chuckles "Considering this is the only grocery story in town…"
Henry raises a eyebrow at them.
Emma nods, putting her hair behind her ear "You got me there." Emma looks and sees the basic in his basket.
"So you two in for a big night?" Graham asks.
Emma shrugs "Just… hanging out. I only have him a few hours on Wednesdays."
"That's right" Graham lightly hits his forehead in a duh like fashion.
Henry chuckles "Moms letting me have ice cream" he says excitedly bouncing on his feet.
"Wow, Emma the rebel, huh?" Graham teases.
Emma rolls her eyes "just something special for the kid" she says with a shrug.
Graham gives her a sweet smile "well then, I won't keep you two much longer then."
Henry nods "See you at the station sheriff, some time."
Emma chuckles, ruffling Henry's hair "See you tomorrow boss."
Graham nods, walking towards the cash register.
Henry looks up at Emma and raises a eyebrow "You like him…"
Emma blushes "Kid, no. He's my boss…"
"That doesn't mean you can't like him" Henry points out.
Emma raises a eyebrow "why does this matter kid?"
Henry shrugs "you deserve to be happy… and to see not all guys are like my dad."
Emma sighs, squatting down to his height, and takes his hands into hers "I appreciate that Henry. But right now… the only guy I want or need in my life is YOU."
Awhile later, Emma and Henry are sitting on the couch. Henry's small amount of homework is done; and dinner was eaten and cleaned up. Now they were watching a TV show. Regina was supposed to be there in about five minutes when Emma's phone beeps.
Hey Emma, its Regina. I know I'm supposed to be picking up Henry shortly, but the meeting went really well, and everyone wants to go out for a drink to celebrate. Would you mind watching Henry a bit longer?
That's no problem Regina. The kid is welcome here for however long needed. Enjoy yourself and celebrate.
Thank you Emma, and tell Henry that I will be there later and I love him.
I will, see you later.
Emma sighs and looks at Henry "Looks like you are stuck with me a bit longer kid."
"Mom's meeting going longer?" Henry asks.
"I guess it went good, so they want to celebrate. She'll be here in a little bit. Is that okay?" Emma asks biting her lip.
Henry nods "Of course it's okay" he chuckles.
"What about you change bud, and then we can watch a movie okay?" Emma suggests.
Henry nods "Perfect" he grins.
A couple hours later, Emma stands up, covering Henry back up before answering the door. She opens it to find Regina "Hey… you made it" she says quietly, letting her in.
Regina chuckles "Yeah, I'm sorry again. But thank you for keeping him longer."
"It's really no problem. I'll never say no to more time with the kid" Emma nods.
"I know he feels the same way" Regina smiles.
Emma smiles awkwardly "He loves you the most though. You know that right?"
Regina shrugs "I know, but… you two, its different."
"It is" Emma nods "but that is how it is for me, with you too."
Regina sighs "Regardless, thank you again. I'm glad to know I have someone who has my back with him."
Emma shrugs "That's what friends are for right?"
"Indeed" Regina smiles.
"Um… so are you okay to drive home?" Emma asks, having the most surreal mom moment yet.
Regina nods "I am Emma, I only had one drink."
Emma chuckles "god, I'm sorry, of course. I didn't… I just wanted to offer is all…"
Regina nods "I appreciate that dear, really."
Emma smiles with a sigh "will you need help getting him to the car?"
Regina chuckles "He fell asleep?"
Emma laughs "Yeah, we were watching a movie. He lost the battle about a half hour ago."
"Movie so close to bed time… that happens. And yeah, if you could carry him down that would help" Regina says, yawning at the time.
"Why don't you stay here tonight? I can sleep on the couch, you can have my bed…" Emma offers.
"Emma, I couldn't" Regina insists.
"It's no biggie, really" Emma shrugs "you let me stay at your house many times."
Regina nods "Thank you. But I insist I will lay on the couch, besides I hear it's pretty comfy from Henry."
Emma moves Henry into his bed, both women tucking him in. After, Emma takes Regina a pillow and some blankets. She helps her set up the couch for bed. "Well, night Regina" Emma says, starting for her room.
Regina bites her lip "Night Emma, again thank you."
Emma nods "It's what friends are for…"
Regina nods "I guess we are huh?"
Emma nods with a shrug "Two women who both want nothing but the best for a kid, and to be there for him… yeah, friends."
"Friends" Regina nods.
I hope this was worth the wait. Thoughts?