Without a Word

Epilogue

It has almost 3 years since Emma and Killian started their university education at the University of Maine. They've had a few ups and downs but they couldn't be happier. They were still madly in love and living together was the best decision they had ever made.

They were now enjoying their spring break at Storybrooke and Emma and Killian were at the beach with Liam, Mary Margret, David and Leo. Mary Margret found out she was pregnant when Emma was in her first month of university. Even though they were not really related by blood, Emma was excited to get a baby brother.

Leo was now almost 2 years old and he was a bubbly and happy little boy. Whenever Emma came home for the holidays, Leo would get really excited. He could make Emma smile with just one innocent look.

They were having a pleasant day on the beach during the last weekend of their spring break. It was already hot, even though it was only April. Emma was helping Leo with building a sand castle. Together, they were having a lot of fun.

"Look at this, Leo." Emma said in a childish voice, holding out a beautiful shell. Leo gave her a toothless grin and took the shell from her. He placed it on the sandcastle and turned to Emma who was holding out another shell. Mary Margret was watching Emma and Leo playing together and she couldn't help the small smile that was plastered on her face.

When Emma walked away to get some more shells with Leo, Killian sprang into action. He nodded at Mary Margret, letting her know it was almost time and quickly made his way to the bag he had brought with him. He quickly fished out the black velvet box that he has been hiding for over 2 weeks.

"Liam, I need your help." Killian said, looking his brother in the eye.

"What mess have you brought yourself into this time?" Liam asked teasingly.

"I, uh, need your help to find a ring." Killian admitted.

Liam's eyes opened wide as he realized what his brother was talking about. He smiled and patted his younger brother on the back. "Of course I'll help you."

Killian let out a sigh of relief, he would definitely need his brother's help with finding Emma a ring.

They immediately went to the jewelry store in search for a ring. Killian wanted something simple, knowing that Emma would love a simple ring more than an extravagant ring.

"Good morning, men." The owner of the shop said. "What are you looking for today?"

"I'm looking for an engagement ring." Killian replied with a smile.

The lady had a large smile on her face, she loved helping men picking out the perfect engagement ring. "I'll take you to the engagement rings. Follow me."

Liam and Killian did as the woman told. They were standing in front of 45 different engagement rings.

"Any ideas on what kind of ring you want?" The lady asked.

"I think Emma would love a princess cut ring." Killian said, he had heard her say something about a princess cut ring a year before and had made a mental note to never forget about that little fact.

"Alright." The lady said. "And what about your price range?"

Killian scratched his neck in embarrassment. "I'm not looking for anything too expensive. I've only saved up around 400 dollars."

"There are still beautiful rings in that price range, don't worry about it." The lady reassured him. "Let's take a look then."

Killian nodded. The woman showed him the first ring, which he didn't really like. He shook his head and the lady put the ring back in its place. She took out another ring but it still wasn't to Killian's liking. It took her 5 tries but eventually Killian found the perfect ring.

"I think this is the one." Killian said with a large smile, imagining Emma wearing the ring.

"I think she will love this one." Liam said, patting Killian's back for support.

The ring was 350 dollars, even below Killian's budget, which was a plus as well.

"I'll wrap it up for you." The lady said, taking the ring to the back so she could quickly polish it, making it shine, before placing it inside a black box. "Here you go." She said, letting Killian see the ring once more. Killian nodded with a smile and paid for the ring.

"Have a nice day." The lady said as Killian and Liam left the store.

"You too." Killian said in return.

He hid the ring at Liam's place, not wanting Emma to find the ring. "Keep it safe for me." Killian said as he handed Liam the ring.

"Don't worry about it, Killian. I'll take good care of it." Liam replied, hiding it in one of the shelves in the living room.

He quickly placed the ring on the highest tower of the sandcastle Emma and her foster brother had made together. Mary Margret was already holding out the camera, wanting to get everything on tape.

Emma and Leo came back with some more shells. Emma was animatedly talking to her little brother and didn't notice Killian in the sand on one knee.

Killian was standing nervously in front of the house of Emma's foster parents. He had decided it was time to finally pop the question. Liam had raised him to be a gentleman so of course he wanted to get approval from David first before wanting to ask Emma the most important question of his life. He traced the black velvet box with the princess cut ring inside with his thumb as he waited for Mary Margret or David to open the door for him.

"Killian." David said surprised, he looked behind Killian to see if Emma was behind him as well. "Isn't Emma here with you?"

"No, she's still at the bed and breakfast." Killian explained. They had to use Emma's room for Leo because the house only had 2 bedrooms. Emma, of course, didn't mind. She was happy for her foster parents and because she didn't need her room anyway, she gladly let her foster parents use her bedroom. Most of her stuff was already in their small apartment at their university and the rest was put into storage until Killian and Emma would get their own house. For their trip to Storybrooke during their spring break, they had decided to stay in the small bed and breakfast on Main Street so they wouldn't impose. Liam had also found himself a girlfriend and they were also living together. Killian and Emma didn't want to be in the way of the couple so they decided it would be easier to just get a room at Granny's. Granny was also really excited to see the young couple again and even gave them a discount.

"Come in." David said, opening the door wider so Killian could enter.

"Hello, Killian." Mary Margret said with a smile.

"I came by to ask you a question." He said to David. Mary Margret motioned to Killian to sit down on the couch. "I came by to ask for Emma's hand in marriage."

David was shocked, he knew his foster daughter and Killian were deeply in love but he didn't expect the proposal while they were still in university. "Are you sure?"

"I've never been more sure about anything in my life." Killian admitted with a smile.

"That's all I wanted to hear." David said with a smile and he patted Killian's back.

Mary Margret came over to Killian's side as well, bringing him in for a hug. "Welcome to the family." She whispered.

Emma looked up when they almost reached the sandcastle again. She saw Killian sitting near the sandcastle on one knee and immediately knew what was happening. She let go off Leo's small hand and covered her mouth with both of her hands. There were tears forming in her eyes and she couldn't help but smile.

"Killian?" She asked nervously, her hands were now on her sides. Leo was playing in the sand, oblivious to everything that was happening. Mary Margret held up the camera, getting emotional as well. Liam and his girlfriend were watching from the side. David was watching the young couple, he was also feeling very emotional at the sight of his foster daughter being proposed to.

"Emma Swan, I've been in love with you since the moment I first saw you. Your beautiful green eyes captivated me from the start. I couldn't wait to get to know you better. When we started dating, I couldn't have been happier. I want to spend every moment with you for the rest of my life. Emma, will you marry me?" Killian said with a small smile, waiting for Emma's reply.

"Of course." Emma said with a few tears escaping her eyes. She flew herself at Killian, giving him a kiss. Killian fell backwards in the sand from the unexpected move Emma made. They parted and they both laughed. They heard their family members clapping happily for them. Killian slowly slipped the ring on Emma's finger.

"It's so beautiful, Killian." Emma said after taking a good look at the ring.

Killian smiled. "I'm glad you like it, love."

"I love it." Emma said, not able to lift her eyes from the ring.

"I love you." Killian said, pecking Emma's cheek.

Emma smiled brightly. "I love you too."


A/N: I had so much fun writing this chapter! I hope you liked it as well :p Let me know what you think!

I'll see you guys soon for the first bonus chapter! :D