After breakfast, Regina gave Emma her number so she could text or call her when she was on her way home or if she needed more time. Emma was still in complete bafflement as she rode the subway to Times Square. She honestly didn't know what she was expecting, but this didn't seem to be it. It felt so unreal; like a dream had come true. If Emma thought she was taken aback, she had no idea what was going through Regina's mind.

As Regina sat at her desk while her students were taking their weekly pop up quiz, she began to reflect on everything she had been though in her life. How she felt, and how she could have avoided being so cold to Emma at their ten year reunion. It was silly of her to be so rude so someone she had fallen in love with so long ago. There were so many times she had wanted to reach out to Emma, but feared she hated her so much that their would be no way of fixing it.

Regina didn't want to move back to New York, she didn't want to be pregnant, and all she wanted was Emma. But her mother refused it…even when she knew Cora loved that girl to death. As soon as her mother found out she was pregnant, she was on fire. She had told her she was irresponsible and knew better and even called her a slut! Not to mention, her mother deep down inside, wanted her to be with Emma. The older woman saw how her daughter looked at the blonde; with a fire burning passion in her eyes like she had with her husband so long ago. However, she couldn't risk Regina talking to her to get to Graham. She hated that boy and once she found out about his fatal accident, she could help her guilty relief of the news.

Regina wanted to go to the five year reunion…she wanted to go so badly; she wanted to see Emma again…her Emma. When Cora had gotten diagnosed with brain cancer, her world flipped upside down more than it already had. Regardless of her feelings on Regina's pregnancy, she loved her grandson to death, as Henry loved her. So, when Cora passed away, Henry took it really hard. Regina had lost her mother, whom she was very close with. She just couldn't face anyone at the time. Bombarded with wills and financial paperwork, just finishing her bachelors degree, and then Henry getting sick…it was too much. She couldn't go.

After they moved, late at night, she would look at herself in the mirror and just watched the anger form on her face. Idiot! She would think. You just let her go! You just gave up! You're such a pathetic waste! Then, when her favorite band came out with a new album, 'Sam's Town', all she could think of was Emma. There were moments when she would just cry herself to sleep at night. This is not how it was supposed to go. I was supposed to win Emma Swan's heart and convince her to move with me or room together in college. I wasn't supposed to get pregnant then go to college! This wasn't how I pictured my life.

When she came back to New York, she began building her walls up. After Henry, she would go out and get drunk at frat parties, trying to forget the joke that was her life. Then, in her sophomore year of college, she met someone named Katherine, who is now her best friend. They kissed on drunken night, but that was the farthest Regina had gone since Emma. She didn't want to be with anyone. Anytime Regina would bring up Emma to her mother, Cora would just stare blankly at her and say "Who's Emma?" Memory loss was one of the symptoms of her cancer and it killed Regina. It seemed the only thing Cora could remember was Regina's pregnancy. Then, towards to the end of her death, her memory and anger got worse. A LOT worse! Calling Regina names, throwing things, telling her she wished she had never moved to Maine, how Regina was not ready to be a mother. The only thing that would calm Cora down would be Henry. He would just look up at her with his hazel eyes, holding his favorite teddy bear and say, "Don't cry g'ma." And crawl into her lap, or beside her in bed.

After her mother had passed, Henry was her main focus in life. He was her light in the darkness. Sometimes, in very rare moments he would catch Regina crying, he would do the same thing that he did with Cora. "Don't cry mama." Then, he would hold onto her so tightly until he fell asleep or they fell asleep together. In the end, after all these years, Regina had been alone. Of course she had Henry and her best friend Katherine, but she had missed the affection from another person. Her emotions couldn't let her and her heart had been guarded. Regina had grown bitter and cold.

Seeing Emma for the first time made her feel the most alive she had in years. Her heartstrings were pulled, her hands had gotten clammy, her nerves were shot. Regina saw Emma lurking in the corner, but was too afraid to approach her. She didn't want to get rejected…again. Emma was too busy looking at the door to notice her at the bar. The entire time she was talking to Zelena, she just kept saying over and over in her head "Please, look at me!" Then, when Emma finally saw her, she was angry…really angry at her. If Regina had any indication that Emma felt the same way she did, she could have saved herself the misery of being so depressed or alone. She regretted watching the blonde bolt away after her confession…she tried to speak, yet couldn't. She wanted to run after her, yet her legs felt like cement. All she could do was watch as the only love of her life walked away. After she composed herself, she went back to the bar as her and her old classmates began doing shots. It had been her first weekend away from Henry, and she planned on using her weekend to her advantage.

When a paper was slammed on her desk, it drew her from her thoughts. "I'm finished Ms. Mills." Regina gave the boy a tight smile before he walked back to his desk.

That evening, Henry was doing his science homework at the kitchen table when Emma walked in the door. Regina wanted to cook something special for her since she was in town, but since this was her first time in New York, she figured that she would want to dine out. At least for tonight. Emma walked in smiling, still in that same horrendous red jacket. Mary Margret would get that for her. Regina glanced at Emma's head and there was a minor cut and bruise there from her fall that morning. "Good afternoon Emma." She couldn't help her lips tugging into a grin. "How was your first day in New York?"

"It was a lot of fun actually." The blonde retorted as she sat beside Henry. "I got to see the twin tower memorial and the statue of liberty." Regina quirked an eyebrow. "Don't worry, I just saw it from afar. I'd figured you would want to show me." Emma gave a bright smile.

"Oh mom I wanna go! Can I?! Please?!" Henry pleaded.

"You'll have to ask Miss. Swan." Regina smirked at her son's enthusiasm. "She is in town visiting and you have school."

"Please Miss. Swan! Can-I mean, may I join you! The statue of liberty is the coolest thing ever!"

"Weeelllll…" Emma's eyes drifted, trying to figure out what to say when her eyes landed on Henry's X-Box, noticing two guitars that looked like it had belonged to Rock Band. "Only if you teach me how to play Rock Band. Do that, and you've got yourself a deal."

"DEAL!" the small boy squeaked.

"Alright then! How about we go tomorrow when you get off of school?" Regina questioned as she sauntered to the dinner table. He nodded in utter excitement. "Well, finish your homework so we can go have dinner." Regina bent over, kissing her son on the top of his head, he was beaming with delight. "I'm sure Miss. Swan is famished."

"It's okay, I have to take a shower anyway." Emma stood from the table, walking backwards as she directed her thumb towards the stairs. "I'll go do that now. Take your time Henry." She smiled at the child before glancing at Regina, who was regarding her intently, which made Emma's knees buckle, causing her to run into the side of the wall.

"Be careful, dear. I wouldn't want you getting any more injuries." Regina scoffed, pointing to her forehead. This made Emma blush furiously.

"A-ha. Well, you know I'm super clumsy." she froze as she turned away from her, closing her eyes in embarrassment. Smooth Swan, real smooth. "If you hear any music, don't be alarmed, I always listen to it while I shower."

Regina watched the blonde make her way out of the room and couldn't help but oogle her ass in those painted jeans. It's been too long, she thought. Regina may have not had sex in a long time, but that didn't mean she didn't take care of herself several times a week. She had to, because if she didn't, she would be more of a raging bitch more than she already was.

"I like her." Henry stated, pulling Regina from her thoughts. "How do you know her?"

"We went to high school together." Smiling at her son. "We were very good friends."

"Like you and Auntie Kat?!"

"Yes, much closer if you can believe that." Henry smiled at his mother in awe before she continued, "Now, finish your homework so you can get ready for dinner." His eyes waivered momentarily. Regina hated seeing his blissful features fall. "And afterwards, we can go to get some ice cream. How does that sound?"

"REALLY?!"

Regina chuckled. "Only if you make a happy plate."

"I will! I promise! Miss. Swan HAS to try Van Leeuwen's!"

Regina was planning on taking them to Lombardi's and that ice cream shop wasn't to terrible of a subway ride. Not to mention it was still early enough for her to feel safe with Henry out. Regina always got nervous when the sunset in New York and she was out with her son. Too worried that someone might kidnap him or something. "We will, my sweet boy."

As Emma grabbed a towel, she quickly switched on her 'Fun' playlist she had made a while back. She stripped, jumping in the shower almost as soon as the shower turned on. She began singing as she washed her body.

"So, baby, come light me up, and maybe I'll let you on it

A little bit dangerous, but, baby, that's how I want it

A little less conversation and a little more touch my body

'Cause I'm so into you, into you, into you

Got everyone watchin' us, so, baby, let's keep it secret

A little bit scandalous, but, baby, don't let them see it

A little less conversation and a little more touch my body

'Cause I'm so into you, into you, into you, oh yeah"

Emma hadn't been in this good of a mood in a long time. Especially to be listening to Ariana Grande. Then again, she did hit shuffle on the playlist. She sang into the body wash bottle until the song went into the next verse, continuing her shower until her body was fresh and clean from the day.

Once she was out, she grabbed a pair of red boy shorts and a bra, slipping them on quickly as she tossed the towel on the bed then slipping on a pair of new skinny jeans. Singing and dancing to the next song, but turning it down slightly just incase someone heard the inappropriate lyrics.

"Ah, Me so horny

Ah, Me so horny

Ah, Me so horny

Me love you long time

Sittin' at home with my dick on hard

So I got the black book for a freak to call

Picked up the telephone, then dialed the 7 digits

Said, "Yo, this Marquis, baby! Are you down with it?"

I arrived at her house, knocked on the door

Not having no idea of what the night had in store

I'm like a dog in heat, a freak without warning

I have an appetite for sex, 'cause me so horny"

Emma thrust her hips forward as she pulled her arms in a downward motion, humping the air as she bit her bottom lip with a smirk. She gyrated her hips awkwardly before cupping her sex every time the verse went 'Me so horny'.

"Well, I'm glad some things never change." A low voice. Emma jumped out of her skin, turning to the door. Regina was standing in the doorway with her arms crossed, as well as her legs, with a huge smirk on her face. Her eyes were dark; full of lust yet playful. Regina had been standing there the whole song. Regina was walking up to her room to freshen up before she heard some crude music. She noticed Emma's door was cracked slightly and went to close it; but when she went to shut it, she eyed the blonde half naked and just couldn't pull her eyes away. Especially when she noticed her toned body and how delicious she looked.

"JESUS CHRIST!" Emma placed a hand over her chest as her cheeks flushed a deep red. "You scared the shit out of me!" Regina gave a throaty chuckle. "How long have you been standing there?" Please don't tell me long, please don't tell me long!

"Long enough to see you dry hump the air." The song was still playing, and all Regina could think was, ME TOO! If she already didn't have enough pent up sexual tension, this made it worse. "I was on my way to freshen up for dinner and when I heard your explicit song lyrics, I noticed the door was cracked."

"Oh my God!" Emma placed her head in her hands before she snatched the phone, clicking it to pause. She sat on the bed, trying to hide her embarrassment before she realized she was still shirtless.

"Are you going to finish getting dressed or am I going to have to assist you?" Did I really just say that?!

Emma's eye piped up at the question, sending electric waves to her core. She quickly snatched a white long sleeve shirt. "No! It's okay! I got it!" With quick speed, she placed her shirt over herself.

Damn, too bad, the brunette thought. Then again, if I don't control myself I would be removing clothing instead of dressing her. "We will be leaving in about twenty minutes are so. Does that work for you?"

"Yeah, that's perfect." Emma smiled. The women stared at each long for a long moment before Emma stood walking towards the door, Regina didn't budge, only her gaze darkening. "I'm, uh…just gonna go downstairs."

"Right, of course." Regina breathed, stepping out of her way. As Emma made her way to descend down the stairs, Regina couldn't help herself watch the way her hips swayed. "Next time, make sure your door is closed the whole way." Emma turned to her, her cheeks flushed as she nodded. Regina closed her eyes and inhaled, trying to calm her hormones as if she were a teenager. When she opened her eyes, she made her way to her bedroom to freshen up for the evening.

When she came down, she noticed her son and Emma playing that god forsaken video game. Henry wasn't the best at it, but he was improving the more he played; and did he ever play! Sometimes she would play with him, he loved instructing her when to press the buttons and singing certain songs with her. Regina had actually gotten very good at it. However, seeing Emma with her tongue sticking out, her hair now dry and full of waves, trying to strum to 'This Ain't a Scene, it's an Arms Race' by Fall Out Boy was the cutest thing Regina had ever seen. Emma was just as bad as Henry, if not worse. When she made her way to the living room, she noticed Emma turn a shade of pink, which made her smirk. She's nervous. How cute. When she realize she was on the Hard level, she shook her head. "Maybe you should let a pro try."

"I got it! I got it!" Emma pleaded. Still trying to work her nimble fingers on the five buttons, failing miserably. She tried for another ten seconds before she yelled, "I QUIT!" Pressing pause on the game as she put the guitar down. Regina stretched took the controller from her, switching the level to expert before clicking 'restart'.

"Let's start over sweetheart." Henry smiled brightly at his mother. When the song started, she took the lead and Regina's fingers were quick, hitting every note. Emma stood there, mouth open wide in amazement. Henry, on the other hand, was laughing incredibly hard at Emma.

"It's okay Emma! It took mom a long time to finally get the orange button."

"Henry! Why aren't you addressing our guest by formalities?"

"it's okay Regina, I told him it was okay. It was starting to make me feel old."

"Well, if you insist." Regina retorted, focusing on the buttons she needed to press until the song ended. 98%. Regina was highly pleased with herself, her teeth dazzling in appreciation. "Next time, let a pro teach you." As she placed the controller back on the guitar rack. "Now, who's ready for some Italian?"

"ME, ME, ME!" Henry squeaked, running into his mother's arms. Regina smiled brightly, picking him up as she swung him around as he giggled. Emma beamed at the sight. Wow, she is such a great mom.

"Alright my little prince, let's go show Emma what New York's best pizza place has to offer."

At dinner, Emma really had a chance to get a good look at Henry. She had noticed that he had Graham's personality. Henry was charming and witty…he even came across spoiled a bit because she noticed how anytime Henry would pout, Regina would almost give him what he wanted. Nevertheless, she saw how much Regina loved her son. Overall, he seemed like a really great kid.

Once they got home, Henry had fallen asleep on the ride home. Regina carried him up to his bedroom as Emma followed behind her. The women wanted to stay up and chat, but Emma had to admit she was exhausted. "Do you think you could help me put him into his pajama's?" Regina asked with pleading eyes. "It can be rather hard doing it alone."

Emma shrugged with a sleepy smile. "Sure." When she entered Henry's room, she had noticed that he had X-men posters on his wall along with Spider man, The Hulk and Superman. Emma smirked to herself as she helped Regina undress him. Little nerd, I love it. "You know, you're a great mom Regina." She whispered as she removed his shoes. "He's really lucky."

Regina met her genuine eye's and flashed a smile. "Thank you Emma, I really appreciate that."

"Just telling the truth." Emma offered a small wink as the put on his Power Ranger's pajamas. When the exited the room, they grinned at each other. "He's a heavy sleeper."

"I know. I think he could sleep through an earthquake if he wanted to." They gave a small chuckle before the stepped away from his door. Their eyes met once more, not wanting the night to end, but they were both incredibly exhausted. To be fair, it was the first night in town, they had all week.

"Well, I guess I outta be catching some sleep. We have a long day tomorrow after Henry get's off of school." Regina nodded approvingly. What do we do? Do we hug? Certainly not kiss. Wave? Walk away?

"Indeed we do." Regina looked as if she wanted to embrace her into a hug, but thought better of it. "Goodnight Emma." Their eyes continued to gazing at one another, emotions playing through their eyes.

"Goodnight Regina, see you in the morning." Emma took a deep breath, placing a chaste kiss on Regina's cheek then walked to her room, closing her door until Regina heard it click shut. Regina placed a hand to the kissed cheek, feeling electricity running through her body. She stood there in shock for a long moment before entering her room, sighing in bliss. Oh how I've missed you, Emma.