Storybrooke (Gold's pawn shop)
They appeared on the sidewalk in front of the pawn shop, startling a few citizens walking by. Gold took a deep breath and exhaled, drinking in the second chance of life he had been granted. He wanted to see Belle and his son right away, but to do that he had to deal with his travelling companions first.
"We made it." Henry announced. He was proud that he had led a successful operation and made it back home without anyone getting hurt or killed. He could tell David felt the same way because he gripped Henry's shoulder and gave him a big smile. "I can't believe it worked." Henry whispered to himself.
"Where is Belle and Gideon?" Gold asked, unable to hold back any longer.
Henry looked at him sympathetically. "Maybe at the library or at your place grandpa. I don't know. Probably best to call them." Gold nodded and he knew that a 'but' was coming. "But I really need to know how to stop the Author once and for all. You're the only one who knows that much about magic."
Gold sighed in frustration. He really didn't want to waste any time before seeing his family. However Henry had risked his life to come to his rescue and bring him home. He was obligated to help his grandson.
David seemed to understand what Gold was going through and pulled out his cellphone. "Hey, I'm going to call Snow and let her know we're back. I'll ask after Belle for you." Gold nodded warily accepting the concession.
Mulan and Elsa stepped forward, hand in hand. "I'm going to find my sister, she's probably worried sick."
"I need a nap." Lily yawned. "Breathing fire takes a lot out of me. Good luck kid. Let us know if we can help in kicking that puppet's ass." Soon Henry and Gold were the only ones left on the sidewalk.
Henry gripped his grandfather's arm and smiled. "I'm glad you're back grandpa."
Gold gave him a genuine smile. "I'm glad that you didn't give up on me Henry. So many others would have, and they would be right to do so."
"You're family grandpa." Henry stated simply. "Family never gives up on family. Come on, we'll go to the library. Belle might be there and we can get started on Operation Lumberjack."
Storybrooke (mayor's office)
"You're back?!" Snow exclaimed into her phone. "Is everyone alright?" Anna's ears perked up as she overheard Snow's conversation. They were both huddled around the mayor's desk with documents scattered everywhere that needed the mayor's attention. All of that was being ignored now because of the unexpected phone call. "What a relief! That's great, and it all worked out? Gold's back?" Snow gave Anna a thumbs up in answer to the young woman's questioning look.
Anna exhaled a breath she didn't know she had been holding. Everyone was okay and that meant that Elsa was too. "Is he still a you know…" Anna whispered to Snow.
"Is Gold still a vampire?" Snow asked into the phone. She shook her head in the negative to Anna. "Wow, you mean no more vampires period? Henry doesn't play around does he?" Snow chuckled. "No Belle's not here. I think she might be at the library. When will I see you David?"
"In about three seconds." David said as he opened the office door and walked in holding the phone to his ear. Snow let out a happy squeal as she ran around the desk and into her husband's arms.
"I'm so glad you're okay." She said before she placed a hard kiss on his lips.
David laughed as he lifted her off the ground and whirled her around. "I told you I was fine. That grandson of ours is quite the field general. I guess I trained him well."
Snow slapped him on the arm playfully as he set her down. "Oh please, I'm the military strategist in the family shepherd."
Anna was starting to feel like a third wheel. "I'll leave you two to uh whatever." Anna gulped nervously, not knowing exactly how to finish her sentence. "I'm going to go see my sister." She blushed and hurried out of the office. David and Snow looked at each other, confused.
"What got into her?" David wondered, Snow just grinned. She walked to the door and locked it.
"Whatever it is, I think we should take advantage of the privacy." She gave him a lustful look that he returned as he walked over to her.
Storybrooke (Granny's Inn)
They entered the small room they shared with Anna, Elsa made sure the door was locked once she and Mulan came through the door. Once inside, Mulan carefully removed her sword and scabbard and placed it on the small kitchen table. She turned to face Elsa and was greeted by a surprise kiss from the ice queen. She smiled into the kiss and then allowed Elsa's tongue inside her mouth because it was practically begging to be let in. They stood there for a few minutes, enjoying each other, until Elsa pulled away with a huge smile on her face. Mulan raised an eyebrow as her own lips curled into a grin.
"Someone is in a good mood." Mulan spoke softly.
Elsa giggled and the sound made Mulan feel warm inside. "I am." Elsa said happily. "We really did it! We made a difference and did some good!". Mulan tilted her head in adoration as she looked at the pale skinned woman. She admired Elsa's purity and good nature. Elsa had a heart that was so tender that Mulan wanted to protect her so much that it hurt her.
"Yes we did Elsa, and most importantly no one got hurt." Mulan kissed her nose softly, causing Elsa to giggle again. That sound would be the death of her, Mulan mused happily.
"It feels so wonderful to be able to help and really cut loose with my powers like that!" Elsa's smile dimmed slightly as she continued. "Usually when I do that, something bad happens."
Her head dipped down and Mulan lifted her face by the chin to look deep into the icy blue eyes of her lover. "But that didn't happen this time did it?" She asked and Elsa slowly shook her head in response. "You did great and you were in complete control of your power. I'm very proud of you Elsa." The smile that slowly spread over Elsa's face made Mulan fall in love with her all over again. She wondered, not for the first time, what she had done to have this amazing woman in her life.
"Thank you Mulan, you always know what to say to make me feel better." Elsa kissed her lips lightly. She moved her hands up and down the armored samurai's back. "I can think of something else you can do to make me feel better." She smirked. "But first you need to get out of this heavy thing."
Mulan nodded and stepped back as she began to unbuckle her chestplate. Elsa watched her with hooded eyes while Mulan unbuckled her armor slowly. "Mulan?" she spoke softly again and rubbed her palms together nervously. Mulan sat as she began to remove her boots.
"Yes Elsa?"
"I was thinking." Elsa looked down at her hands as her knuckles began to redden from the rubbing. "Well now that the fairies can make beans to get everyone home, I was wondering if..well that is if you wanted to..not that you had to or anything..if."
Mulan smiled as she looked up at the woman who was growing redder and redder by the minute. As much as Elsa's nervousness amused her, she decided to end her suffering. "I would love to go with you to Arendelle." Elsa's eyes went wide as she broke into a huge smile.
"Oh my god! That's wonderful!" She ran to Mulan and fell to her knees, wrapping her arms around the warrior's neck pulling her into her chest. "I was so nervous that you would say no. I mean the Enchanted Forest is your home, and what if you don't like Arendelle?"
Mulan placed a gloved hand on Elsa's cheek. "My home is wherever you are Elsa." The ice queen moved her cheek into Mulan's hand and closed her eyes in contentment.
"I can make you the captain of the Queen's Guard if you like. You are the greatest warrior in all the realms." Elsa looked down and her cheeks blushed again. "Or, if you like.. There is an open chair beside my throne." She looked up into dark eyes. "For another queen?"
"Are you asking me to marry you Elsa?" Mulan spoke slowly and grinned at the other woman's nervousness. Elsa's throat had closed up and it was hard for her to breath. "I would be honored to be your queen Elsa. I would love to be your wife." Elsa smiled and Mulan kissed her.
Elsa's hands moved along with the samurai's to help remove the armor. Finally Elsa was able to admire Mulan's well toned physique free of the bulky coverings. They stood close together and intertwined their fingers. Their next kiss began slow and caused Elsa to moan softly into Mulan's mouth, exciting the warrior. Mulan slowly slid her hands up to Elsa's delicate shoulders. Once her fingers reached the top she tugged onto the sheer gown and it slid off the queen's body and fell to the ground.
Naked flesh pressed together and the two women kissed each other with passion. Elsa felt the warmth of Mulan's tanned skin blending into her chilled body. A low moan grew from deep inside Elsa and travelled up and through her mouth. Mulan felt heat rising in her core and her skin grew slick with sweat. She moved her hand to the space between their bodies and let it slowly glide down Elsa's stomach until it reached its destination. Her fingers sought out the slick folds of the platinum haired woman. Elsa shivered as Mulan gently slide a finger inside her, a soft gasp escaped her mouth. Mulan saw the cloud of condensation float through parted lips as Elsa's hips bucked forward asking for more. Mulan obliged by adding a second finger and started pumping them in and out. Elsa raked her nails over Mulan's back and then swiftly moved her own hand to the warrior's center. Hungry to feel the dark haired woman's heat, she plunged her fingers inside Mulan.
"Elsa." Mulan jumped as Elsa entered her and groaned her name as she felt Elsa's cool fingers put pressure on her clit. Their rhythmic thrusting began to sync while their gasping breaths grew louder. Suddenly the door to the small room flew open and Anna barged inside.
"Hey, you're back!" Anna had a broad smile on her face that froze into place as her eyes grew wide taking in the scene of passion before her. They all stood stone still as Mulan and Elsa stared in shock at the younger sister who still had the smile plastered in place. "Nope." Anna said and backed out of the room quietly closing the door.
Elsa and Mulan shared a look and then both suddenly burst into laughter. On the other side of the door a red faced Anna was smacking herself on the forehead. "Why does this keep happening to me?"
Storybrooke (Emma and Regina's mansion)
I can't believe you let our son go fight vampires!
I couldn't exactly stop him Regina! I was in Seattle finding you, remember! That seemed to shut her up, Emma thought as she held Jeannie Maria and walked to the couch. She sat and lifted her white tank top and got ready to breastfeed the hungry baby.
At least he had the good sense to not go by himself. I raised our son to know better than to race into danger halfcocked and alone. Unlike his mother.
Um, excuse me?! Emma exposed her breast and let their daughter latch on.
Well the Savior isn't know for applying a lot of discretion to her valor! And another…
Emma waited for Regina continue. Regina? You okay? Emma's brows furrowed in concern. Then she felt happiness flowing into her.
Emma… The emotion was thick in Regina's 'voice'. I can feel her nursing! It's like I'm nursing her! Oh Emma, it's wonderful.
Emma felt emotional for her wife. Regina couldn't bear children on her own and would never nurse a baby. She knew how much this meant to Regina. To be able to experience the most intimate moment between a mother and a child was a moment that Regina thought she would never have.
Oh babe, that's great!
You have no idea how long I have yearned for this Emma. I never thought… thank you darling. You have given me so much Emma.
I'm happy for you Gina. I would give you the world if I could.
I know Emma. I know.
Just then Emma's cell rang. She managed to pull it from her back pocket and still keep nursing Jeannie Maria. "Hey." She answered without looking at the caller ID.
"Ma! I'm back!"
Henry!
"Kid! Are you okay?" Emma asked quickly.
"I'm fine ma. Everybody's fine." Henry assured her.
See if he's telling the truth!
Exactly how would I do that Regina? Look through the phone?
I don't know! Must I think of everything? Use your stupid power!
Uh that's super power!
I stand by my words.
Regina….
"Ma? You still there?" Henry asked.
"Yeah kid! I'm still here, are you sure you're not hurt?"
"I'm fine ma." Henry sounded a little exasperated. "We all came back, nobody got hurt, and we rescued Grandpa. And he's not a vampire anymore!"
"Gold's alive?" Emma was surprised and a little proud of her son. He had organized the rescue mission and it sounded like it went off without a hitch. "Good job kid."
Don't encourage him.
"What about you? Did you find mom?" There was hope in Henry's voice that touched Regina's heart.
"Found her and brought her home!" Emma smiled broadly.
"That's awesome! Can I talk to her?" He asked.
"Well, you are." Emma said slowly.
"I don't understand."
"She's back inside my head again." She explained.
"Seriously? Again? What is with you guys?" He exclaimed.
"What can I tell you? We're true loves."
"Well it doesn't happen to grandma and grandpa!"
No, those two buffoons just fall asleep all the time.
Hey! Those are my parents!
Apple. Tree. Fall. Not far.
Don't make me come in there!
"You guys are doing that telepathic talking again aren't you? That is so annoying."
"Why does everyone keep saying that?" Emma wanted to know.
"Because every time you guys do it you tune the rest of us out as you snipe at each other." Henry explained.
"How is that any different than what we usually do?" Emma countered back.
"Before, we could hear you guys go at it. At least that part was entertaining."
"Entertaining? Trust me kid, you're not missing much. She's not that funny."
Miss Swan!
"Well, I'm trying to figure out a way to stop August with Grandpa. I'm glad you're safe Mom! I'll swing by when I'm done."
"Okay kid. We'll see you later."
Goodbye sweetheart!
He can't hear you babe.
I know that. Just tell him!
He already hung up babe.
Ugh!
The Enchanted Forest
He placed his hand on the base of the tree. His magic flowed into his palm and through the veins of the tree, making a loop. Underground roots began to move and grow, the tips extending through the magical realms. Stretching farther until they reached the world without magic.
He concentrated on his destination, her bedroom. More specifically underneath her bed. He smirked because it was no longer their bed since that Evil Queen bitch was finally dead. The invisible root touched the bedpost and his magical circuit was complete.
August stepped back from the tree and took a deep breath feeling very satisfied with himself. His plan had reached its final phase, it was time for Emma to realize how Regina had ruined her life and how he could make all her dreams come true.
Tonight she would finally be his.
Storybrooke (Emma and Regina's mansion)
They looked down on the sleeping girl in her crib. Jeannie Maria breathed softly as her mothers marveled at her. How did we make something so beautiful Emma?
Oh remember? I was laying on the bed and your head was between my legs and you were…
EMMA! Our daughter is right there!
Relax babe, we're talking in my head. She can't hear us.
Well, right, but still. It's inappropriate talk for the nursery. Or thoughts, whatever.
You're so cute when you're being a prude. But I know what kind of animal you turn into in the bedroom!
You're incorrigible. Now personally I could stay here all night staring at our beautiful girl, but I can feel how exhausted you are. Your eyes are drooping Emma. You need to get to bed.
Emma yawned, she was feeling tired. It had been a very long day and it would be nice to sleep in their bed. That is actually a good idea Madam Mayor, since this little one will be hungry in a few hours. She placed a kiss on Jeannie Maria's cheek, checked the baby monitor and quietly backed out of the nursery.
Oh, I am so going to crash. I could sleep for days. She was dragging her feet down the hallway toward their bedroom.
Well, don't sleep too deeply my dear. Remember we can, interact, in our dreams.
Emma's head snapped up. Shit that's right! Emma sprinted to their bedroom and dove onto the bed. I'm coming baby!
Wait! This bedding hasn't been changed since that corpse was on it!
It was your own body Regina! Emma rubbed her brows in frustration.
It's still gross Emma! Change it!
Fine! With a flick of her wrist the bedding and the mattress changed.
Flannel sheets? Really Miss Swan?
Hey, when you get out here you can use your magic to change it back to those silk sheets you love so much. But while I'm out here I get to actually be warm while I'm sleeping tonight!
I didn't know you got cold in our bed. You should have told me.
She felt Regina's guilt. Oh don't feel bad babe. I don't get cold when you're in bed with me. You keep me warm. Emma felt the affection from her lover just then.
Well you need to hurry up and get to sleep Miss Swan. I am planning on getting you very, very hot.
Emma slammed her eyelids shut. I'm on my way!