You are loved more than you know -Sleeping at Last, Light
Tiana's p.o.v
I close my eyes and pretend to go to sleep on the way home from the hospital. "I understand you
are probably tired after chemotherapy" Naveen sympathizes. He is driving us home.
Time Period: A Flashback-An Alternate Universe
Place: Fairytale Land-A Palace
Situation: Naveen discovers Tiana is pregnant
Naveen's p.o.v
Anxious, I pace outside in the hallway. Naomi and our family doctor are tending to Tiana who
has fallen gravely ill. I wish and pray everything is alright with my wife. "Please do come in" Naomi
invites me. "What's going on? What is Tiana's prognosis?" I ask my mother in law upfront. "I will
tell you" Tiana offers before Naomi or the doctor can say anything. I sit down on the bed and
take her hand in mine. "I am pregnant" Tiana announces placing my hand over her stomach.
I indulge her with hugs and kisses.
Time Period: A Flashback
Tiana's p.o.v
I was there for Naveen even he was deathly ill. I remember visiting his sickbed many
moons ago. He touched my stomach hoping our unborn baby could cure him. "I am
Seven months pregnant. The baby is due in two months, perhaps December" I remind
him. "We created a miracle" he reminiscences. "We have an important dinner with our
allies. Your presence will be greatly missed" I reminded him. "You need to take it easy
in your condition. Stress is not good for you and the baby. I will attend the dinner" he
persisted. "Mom and I will be able to take care of business in your absence" I assured
him. I hugged my husband and kissed him goodbye. An intense strong contraction
seized my body out in the hallway. I fell down on the floor. A maidservant rushed to
my aid. "My lady, what is the matter? Is it the baby?" She asked me. "All is well with
me" I lied trying to regain my composure. I am fine, but I am not really okay.
My mom and several body guards accompanied me to the dining hall.
"You appear to be a little off" mom pointed out. I was so nervous that
I worried my water would break early. Somehow I conquered my stage fright.
My mom and our guests understood me very well. Everything was looking up for me
until I experienced labor like symptoms. I breathed through the pain and kept on
a brave strong face. Nobody knew how much I was suffering. While they danced
the night away, I went to bed. Quietly and unnoticeably, I headed toward my
birthing chambers where my water broke for real. I was totally caught off guard
because the baby was arriving two months early.
Time Period: A Flashback
Place: Fairytale land
Date: October 28
Naomi's p.o.v (She is Princess Tiana's mom)
This morning has been very strange. Tiana hasn't joined me for our morning tea. I wait for another
five minutes. I understand she is seven months pregnant and still dealing with morning sickness.
She should've notified me through a messenger if she was feeling unwell. I could've rescheduled
our meeting. Anyhow, something within me says to check on my daughter. Tiana is not in the grand
master bedroom that she shares with her husband Naveen. I discover Tiana in the birthing
chambers. She is on the brink of giving birth prematurely. Fear and worry consume me
immediately. I serve as her midwife.
Time Period: A Flashback
Place: Fairytale Land Naveen and Tiana's palace The Birthing Chambers
Situation: Raven's birth
Naveen's p.o.v
I use a handkerchief to wipe sweat off her face. She has experienced a difficult labor and delivery so far. We both fear and worry that our baby might be a stillborn.
Time Period: A Flashback
Situation: Raven's premature birth (two months early)
Place: Fairytale land
Naveen's p.o.v
The loud sound of trumpets awaken me. I arise from my sickbed to see what is causing all of the
commotion. According to a messenger, Tiana is in active premature labor. She is only just seven
months pregnant. I rush over to her birthing chambers immediately. The midwife, Naomi allows
me to witness the birth. Tiana appreciates our help during this highly stressful difficult time. She
feels much better after she delivers our little princess. We name our precious tiny miracle Raven.
Time Period: A Flashback
Event: Raven's premature birth
Place: A bedroom (birthing chamber) in Princess Tiana and Prince Naveen's palace
Princess Tiana's p.o.v
Frantically, Naveen rushes to my bedside. He holds my hand very tightly. I don't want my husband to
see me in pain, but I love having him near. My mom allows him to stay in the room. "I heard you
were in premature labor" Naveen says with panic in his voice. "I am indeed in premature labor. I
can't stop it because the baby wants to be born right now" I confirm his worst fears. The urge to
push takes over soon enough. My mom and husband support me through the difficult
emotional delivery. We name our precious miracle baby Raven. My good friend and fellow
expectant mother, Regina sent me a mirror as a baby shower gift. I have used this mirror
as a communicating device especially for today's special event. Usually, I can get ahold of
Regina who lives in Avalon with Rumple. Rumple congratulates me on Regina's behalf because
she has gone into preterm labor.
Regina's p.o.v
Two guards block my view of the front entrance. My precious nine month daughter grows
restless in my arms. "You are the evil queen. You can't enter the castle. Please leave or else"
a guard threatens me. "Princess Tiana invited me to the castle. Our daughters are going to
have a play date. She should've told you" I refresh their memories. "I can't recall" another
guard denies. I am about to go back home when Prince Naveen shows up. The guards bow
down to him. "Regina is not an evil person. She is a friend of my family. I grant her access to the
castle" Prince Naveen informs the guards. They step aside so that we may enter the castle. We
encounter Tiana and nine month Baby Raven in a childrens play area. Watching Raven and Avalon
play with each other blesses my heart.
Time Period: A Flashback
Date: 10-28-2000
Situation: Raven's premature birth
Naveen's p.o.v
My emotions have gotten the best of me. I leave the room briefly to regain my
composure. "Naveen, Tiana is requesting your presence at once" Naomi notifies me
in the hallway. I reclaim my place back at my wife's bedside. She is in active premature labor
with our daughter Raven. "The baby will not allow me to relax" Tiana complains clutching her
stomach. Her distress and discomfort signals the baby's impending arrival. "The baby is
coming" the doctor gathers from reading Tiana's body language. "No. The baby is not
coming" she denies. The doctor breaks her water then. The amniotic fluid is green instead of
a clear gray. According to the doctor, the amniotic fluid is green because the baby had a
bowel movement in utero. An emergency cesarean section, I struggle to wrap my mind
around this. Before Tiana can undergo an emergency cesarean section, she develops an
urgent strong urge to push.
Time Period: A Flashback
Special Event: Raven's premature birth
Date: 10-28-2000
Naveen's p.o.v
Her screams tear my heart into pieces. Premature labor and birth, I wish it never came down
to this. I try my best to keep my composure. I don't know if I should cry along with her or continue
to be her rock. Everything hits me all at once when the doctor presents Raven to us. Wrapped in a
pink blanket, Raven is very tiny and sickly. I assume it is my fault for putting her in this predicament.
Tiana and her mother believe God may have other plans for Raven.
Time Period: An Alternate Universe
Date: 10-28-2000
Tiana's p.o.v (as a 20 year old)
The first part of my labor started at home. I was unloading the dishwasher when I was hit with a
really strong contraction. This contraction led to more painful intense contractions. My screams
and broken glass sent Nave and Mother running downstairs. They took me to the hospital
asap. We were very worried because the baby was arriving two months early. Raven's original due
date was December 20th. The doctor broke my bag of water at the hospital. My amniotic fluid was
green instead of clear. This was was a sign of fetal distress. Before an emergency cesarean
section could be performed, I gave birth naturally. Nave and Mother offered me support during
the emotional tough delivery. The NICU became Raven's second permanent home. We met a
friendly couple, The Gold's here. Their daughter Avalon was born one day after Raven.
Date: 12-25-2000 (Christmas)
Place: A hospital cafeteria
Situation: A Christmas Party- Christmas Breakfast For NICU Parents
Roni's p.o.v (aka Regina)
I am hungry, but I play around with my food. My mind is preoccupied with worrying about Ava.
My daughter is currently in the nicu. She entered this world two months early. As a matter of
fact, today is her original due date. "Have yourself a Merry Little Christmas" Tia sings lifting my
spirits. "Thanks. Today is Ava's original due date" I share with my new best friend. "Raven's original
due date was five days ago. If our daughters weren't in the nicu then we would've never met
each other" Tia enlightens me.
Place: The Library
Bethany's p.o.v aka Belle
Weaver aka Rumple enters my workplace and I try to act professional. "How may I help you,
Detective Weaver?" I ask Weaver. "I just came by to check on you" he admits. "Oh really! Thanks.
I am great" I blush. "That's good" he smirks. Then he leaves the library taking my heart with him. My
friend and coworker, the great Prince Naveen teases me about having a crush on a police officer.
In return, I tease him about being turned into a frog and then marrying Princess Tiana.
Naveen's p.o.v
After a long hard work day, Bethany and I get to leave the library at last. I set the alarm and lock
the door behind us. We hug each other goodbye. The overly protective big brother in me wants
to walk Bethany home. She nicely declines my offer. I go on my merry way trusting and believing
she can look after herself. Tiana and our daughter Raven await me with open arms and a warm
meal at home.
Naveen's p.o.v
My cellphone rings during dinner with my lovely wife and daughter. I excuse myself so that I may
answer the call. As crispy and sweet as Apple pie, her voice sounds on the other line. I hear a little
sadness in her voice though. Dying, she doesn't know how much time she has left. She wants to
see me immediately. I tell her not to worry for I will be at her house very soon. Sympathetic, Tiana
and Raven understand that I have to leave because she needs me. Her best friend, Detective
Weaver beats me to the punch.
Time Period: A Flashback
Place: Bellamy Fisher's p.o.v.
Detective Weaver's p.o.v
The spirit of grief weighs heavily in this room where my friend and former babysitter rests on her
deathbed. Bellamy would've never been in this position if she received medical treatment for her
disease that has spread to her organs. "Mom.." Naveen's voice cracks breaking my heart. "Oh, my
precious sweet boy" Bellamy cries stroking his hair. I wish my parents loved me nearly as much
as Bellamy adored her son. I am torn between leaving or staying put. Sensing I may have other
important matters to attend to, Bellamy dismisses me. I hug Amy and kiss her cheek as a way to
say thank you and goodbye.
Time Period: The Present Reality
Place: Hyperion Heights-The Police Station
"I am sorry for your loss. Thanks for the update. I will tell him asap" I hear Rogers telling someone
over the phone. "Who were you talking to on the phone?" I interrogate him. "It's Amy...Bellamy
passed away earlier this morning" Rogers drops on me like a bomb. "Amy...Bellamy was my
friend and former babysitter. She babysitted me when I was twelve. She was seventeen at the time.
I thank you for telling me about her passing. She meant a lot to me. She saved me from myself. She
gave me a reason to live when I wanted to end it all" choked up, I confide in Rogers.
Compassionate, Rogers suggests I take the whole day off. I choose to stay at work instead of
going home. Working brings me a little peace of mind.
Belle's p.o.v
Solemn, Naveen comes to work. He is not his normal happy self. Something must be terribly
wrong. "Nave, what is the matter?" I ask him. "My mom died earlier this morning" he reveals
through tears. A hug replaces the words that I can't say out loud. Naveen appreciates my support
and encouragement. Weaver's presence startles us. Weaver sends his regards to Naveen and then
takes me outside for a brief chat. "You appear to have taken her loss pretty hard. Did you know
her?" I observe. "Naveen's mom, Bellamy Fisher was my friend and former babysitter" he reveals.
I don't know whether to laugh or cry. "Please tell me what she was like" I inquire. "Amy...Bellamy
was an amazing person. She was a total lifesaver" he recounts.
Place: Roni's
Tiana's p.o.v aka Sabrine
Roni is happy to see me when I take a seat at the bar. "I heard about your cancer diagnosis" I begin.
"My family and I have taken the news really hard. We are taking it one day at a time" my friend
replies fighting back tears. "Both of us have gone premature labor and birth. Even now you are not
alone. If you need anything, I can help you" I promise her.
Date: October 28
Raven's p.o.v
The smell of cinnamon and pumpkin bread fills the air. A harvest festival is what brings my parents
and me to the town square this evening. We look for and find Roni who is one of the coordinators.
"Tiana, I am glad you and your family could come to the festival" Roni tells my mom. "Thanks for
the invitation" my mom smiles. "How can we help you?" my dad kindly asks Roni. "Naveen, you
and your family help with serving the food and drinks" Roni instructs us. Today is my seventeenth
birthday. I wanted to have a private birthday party, just my parents and me. I have enjoyed spending
time with my peers especially Avalon. I am one day older than my friend. Our premature births,
occuring two months early, has bonded our parents and us forever.
Date: Still 12-20-2017
Princess Tiana aka Sabrine's p.o.v
"Weaver's family did an amazing job with the nativity scene. I don't remember reading about an
angel falling off the roof in the bible" Naveen reflects as we walk home from the town square.
"I hope everything is alright with Dizzy" I pray. "We should check on Dizzy sometime. Today is
her birthday after all" Raven suggests. "December 20 was your original due date. You were born
on October 28 instead of December 20 seventeen years ago" I reminiscence.
Date: 3-29-2018
Place: Roni's
Regina's p.o.v
I grew tired of feeling hopeless and bored at home really fast. Against doctor's orders, I am now
back on my feet and working hard. "Girls, I am glad you were able to help me in the restaurant. You
have lightened my load" I praise Avalon and Raven. Raven is the daughter of Princess Tiana and
Naveen. She and Avalon are really close best friends.
Date: 3-29-2018 continued
Regina's p.o.v
"We need more ice for the drinks" I bring to the attention of Avalon and Raven. "I can go to the
store and buy more ice" Raven volunteers. "I can accompany you to the store" Avalon insists.
"Thanks" Raven smiles making my heart melt like ice cream. I entrust my money to them. They
embrace me and then leave the restaurant. I hear gun shots and run outside immediately. Cradling
an unconscious bloody Raven, Avalon is visibly shaken and distraught. My heart breaks over the
fact that she has lost her best friend. I look around for a possible suspect. I spot and attempt to
chase after man wearing a black hoody and carrying a gun. He runs so fast that I can't keep
up with him and reveal his true identity.
Place: The Hospital
Spirit's p.o.v
From up here on the roof, I feel at peace even in my dove form. People, downbelow me, resemble
busy tiny ants. A colorful toy car, an ambulance captures my attention. I check to see what all
of the commotion is about. My friend, Raven has been shot and is now being taken to the
emergency room. I transform back into my human self so that I may help my colleagues who
are trying to revive her. Unfortunately, the grim reaper has a strong hold on her.
Spirit's p.o.v
I volunteer to break the bad news to Raven's parents. Tiana and Naveen have been waiting along
with Weaver's family and my family in the lobby. Before I can increase their pain and sorrow even
more, Drizella tells them that I am a healer. Drizella's daughter, Dizzy is a walking testimony of my
miraculous power. Tiana and Naveen want me to resurrect their daughter. Raven is their only
child after all. Regretfully, I fail to please them. Naveen accepts her passing while Tiana struggles
to move forward. "Even now, you didn't try hard enough" livid, she snaps at me. Sensing I may need
comfort and support, my family reaches out. They understand that I need space.
Rumple's p.o.v
"According to the news, a pregnant woman and her son were robbed and attacked in a parking lot
today. Raven's murderer, the man in the black hoody harmed them" Avalon recounts sobbing over
dinner. Regina gives our daughter a nice big tight hug. "Emily and Killian Snow were the names of
the mother and son. Rogers and I visited them at the hospital. Despite their injuries, they are doing
fine" I assure them. "Papa, why must we experience pain and loss?" Solomon asks breaking my
heart. "I can barely say why" my voice cracks. "Raven's family needs peace. We all need peace.
I demand justice right now" Regina stresses. "Please be patient. Obtaining justice is not an easy
task" I advise her. "Sure" my wife sighs heavily. "Emma is alive. Emily Snow is her new identity
in this world" I reveal. I lift her spirits up some.
Date: 4-8-2018-Five days after the funeral
Place: The Gravesite-Raven's gravesite
Tiana aka Sabrine's p.o.v
"She entered and left this world prematurely" I reminiscence. "After all this time, you can barely
say her name" Naveen points out. "Saying her name has been hard and painful for me" I explain.
"You and I know who murdered her. He has always been an enemy of ours. We should tell the
police" Naveen suggests. "All I wanted to do was to mourn for her in peace and quiet. I know he
is hurting innocent people, but he might come after us again" I fear. "Jaylen aka Dr. Facilier
is going down no matter what. I will protect us" Naveen vows. Strangely, I can feel Jaylen's
presence close by. He gives me goosebumps even without speaking.
Scene 1: The Library-Belle and Prince Naveen's work place
Belle's p.o.v
"Nave, you appear to have a lot on your mind" I observe. "My wife, Tiana has been
acting strange" my colleague explains. "How has she been acting strange?" I dig in
deeper. "My wife is worried and anxious about something. Maybe she is late or something"
he guesses. "Interesting" is my only response. "What is so interesting?" Rumple breaks in.
He has startled me, but I am glad to see he is back to his old jolly self. A true love's kiss
restored his memory. "My colleague's family situation is very interesting. A little one might
be on the way" I respond. "Sure" Nave laughs and Rumple joins in with him. Naveen doesn't
mind watching us kiss. Eventually he leaves us lovebirds alone.
Scene 2: Jacinda and Sabrine's workplace
Sabrine's p.o.v aka Princess Tiana's p.o.v
"I am late" I pull Jacinda's leg. "Have you taken a test yet?" she wonders. "No. It is too soon after
Raven's death" I explain. "If Naveen can't be there for you, I will there for you. I can be present whIle
you take the test" Jacinda offers. "You are a great friend, but I choose my husband" I detest. "Please
don't worry everything will be ok" Jacinda encourages me.
Scene 3: Later on that day -After Work- Tiana and Naveen's house
Naveen's p.o.v
"I am apologize for acting strange" she apologizes over dinner. "I understand that you have a lot on
your mind" I empathize with her. "I am late" she reveals at last. "I have always wanted to have
another baby with you" I admit. "I haven't taken a test yet. I wanted us to find out together" she
responds. "We can do the test after dinner" I suggest. "That's a good idea" she agrees.
Time Period: The Next Day-The Library
Date: 3-27-2018
Rumple's p.o.v
"Rumple, I thank you for helping me in the library today. You have been a wonderful replacement for
Nave" Belle compliments me. "No problem. It has been my pleasure" I agree. "Nave wasn't able to
come to work today because he wanted to be with Sabrine. They were having their first ultrasound"
Belle informs me. "How far along is she?" I wonder. "My wife is five weeks along!" ecstatic, Nave
shouts startling us. We rejoice in his good news.
Time Period: The Present Reality
Place: Tiana and Jacinda's workplace
Tiana's p.o.v
I am in the very early stages of my pregnancy. I am five weeks along. I am not in the "safe zone"
quite yet. The safe zone is considered to be twelve weeks along or beyond. If not careful, I can lose
the baby at anytime. Jacinda knows the state of my condition. She handles the customers while I
do the accounting stuff. Nave checks on me occasionally via a phone call or a text message.
Avalon's p.o.v
The Easter Egg Hunt has ended early because my brother is missing. Before Solomon disappeared,
he talked to our mother. Solomon was happy that he found an Easter egg. Mother hugged and
kissed him. Now he has vanished and it is as though he never existed. Mother doesn't remember
him at all. Father is lost in limbo. They are under a curse, perhaps of my doing.
Time Period: The Present Reality
Place: The Town Square
Regina's p.o.v
"Mommy.." a child's voice calls out to me. I turn around and it is Solomon. "Thank God! I have finally
found you" I cry hugging him. Pushing a baby stroller, Emma approaches us. "I am sorry that my
daughter kidnapped yours. They went to a different realm" Emma apologizes. "Ava probably went
with Spirit willingly. They must've went to the Point of No Return" I guess. "I am back now" Avalon
chimes in. "Sissy" a joyful Solomon greets her with a hug. Emma leaves us alone to chat. "Why did
you and Spirit visit the Point of No Return?" I confront my daughter. "I needed a wake up call"
she explains. "Whatever you did in that realm affected our family. You and Solomon were mia.
Your father and I lost our memories. I forbid you from going back there" I order her. "I have learned
my lesson. I am never going back to that realm because it doesn't exist anymore. I destroyed it" she
assures me. "All that matters now is our family" Rumple encourages us. Distraught, Naveen runs
pass us. He is carrying Tiana who appears to be having a miscarriage. She is just six weeks
pregnant. We follow them to the hospital where Tiana undergoes several tests.
Place: Tiana's Hospital Room
Tiana's p.o.v
"I can't lose this baby" I stress to my husband. "Just stay calm and relax" he advises me. I am
anxious because Doctor Whale is not telling us anything. I hold my breath waiting for the test
results. Godforbid I may miscarry beforehand. I will not be able to handle another loss. Besides
Naveen, my mother and friends provide support for me. Although I enjoy my friends' company,
I depend mostly on Naveen and my mother. After many hours of waiting, Doctor Whale
informs us about the baby's fate. We are happy and grateful that the baby is alive.
Date: 4-15-2018
Regina's p.o.v
The heavy rain and thunder brings a pretty chocolate brown girl into my restaurant. She is my last
and only customer of the day. She is around Avalon's age. She has a familiar face, but I can't
remember her name. Wordlessly, she sits down in a booth and stares out of the window. She is
hungry nor thirsty. A newspaper article about Raven's death hanging on a wall grabs her attention.
I can sense that she has deep sympathy for Raven. I attempt to make conversation with her.
Ruby aka Raven's p.o.v
Regina catches me eyeing a newspaper article that is hanging on the wall. The newspaper article
highlights my own murder. Dr. Facilier's doppleganger, Jaylen shot me right outside Roni's.
"Sweetheart, are you interested in this newspaper article?" she asks me. I nod my head yes.
She takes the paper off the wall and allows me to read it. "Her name was Raven. She worked here
at the restaurant. She and my daughter Avalon were best friends. She was murdered right outside
my restaurant" an emotional Regina recounts. I am torn between revealing my identity or keeping
silent. Dr. Facilier beats me to the punch. I am known to him as Ruby Rose, but he lets it slip that I
am Raven.
Regina's p.o.v
He kisses me without asking for permission first. I am under his spell again. "Raven is alive. I
resurrected her. You will tell nobody about this" he instructs me. He threatens to harm my
family and Raven's family if I speak. He leaves taking the light and joy of my world with him. He
holds it all together in the end.
Regina's p.o.v
Heavyhearted, I enter Ella and Tiana's workplace. They are concern because I am not my usual
jolly self this morning. I tell Tiana that I need to show her something. She is able to breakaway from
work for a brief moment. Somehow Rumple, Robin, and Naveen get caught up in our business. We
watch the security footage from the night before at my restaurant. I want to show them that Raven
is still alive. They judge me harshly for seeing Doctor Facilier and kissing him behind their backs.
Apparently, I withheld important information from them. "This friendship is over" are Tiana's parting
last words to me. Sorry is not good enough for her.
Avalon's p.o.v
Panicky, I storm through the front door. I receive both a hug and kiss from mom and Solomon. "You
texted to me please come home asap" I remind mom. "Naveen called me. He said Tiana was in
labor. She was asking for me. These nine months have really flown by. Tiana needs me right now.
It is her first homebirth. I want to you watch over Solomon while I am away" mom explains. "You
can trust me" I assure her.
Avalon's p.o.v
There is a gentle knock on the door. I look through the peephole and see my dad standing on the
front porch. I hold the door open for him. Welcome, dad" I greet my dad with a smile. "Thanks, Ava"
he responds with a hug."Daddy!" Solomon exclaims running into our father's arms. "I am here
because your mom wanted me to check on you" he explains. "Sure" I laugh in attempt to keep
myself from thinking mom doesn't trust me. "Let's have fun!" Solomon urges our dad. "Alright, little
buddy" Dad gives in. I seek peace and solace in my bedroom upstairs. A familiar warm friendly
presence lays down beside me on the bed. "Hello, Raven" I acknowledge my best friend's ghost.
"When I was younger, life was so much simpler and easier. However did I end up here?" she
questions the universe.
Place: Naveen and Tiana's house
Event: A surprising twin home birth
Regina's p.o.v
She is quickly moved from the bathtub to the bedroom. This speeds up her labor and delivery
process. "It is a healthy full-term baby boy" the midwife and my sister Zelena announces. Nave is
overjoyed because he has a son at last. Tiana allows him to name their son. Nave calls him
Reuben. I can sense that Tiana really wanted a daughter. Who knew her wish would come true
sooner rather than later? She chooses Melissa Margaret as a name for her daughter. Even now I let
the tears flow freely. I can't stop thinking or imagining what if I carried Avalon and Solomon to
fullterm.
Regina's p.o.v
It is just her and me alone in the bedroom now. She nurses her newborn twins in front of me.
Maybe she wanted it to be this way. "This is a happy occasion. You just had twins. I shouldn't be
crying. I should go home" I dismiss myself quickly. "Please stay. I am enjoying your company"
Tiana requests. "How did it feel to push out twins who were both fullterm?" I wonder. "It hurt like
hell" she jokes around with me. "At least you didn't give birth prematurely" I remind her. "Yeah" she
remarks sarcastically with a little hint of sadness. "Before today, you were mad at me. I apologize
for betraying your trust. I thank you for allowing me to witness the birth. With everything that we
have been through, I can't throw away our friendship" I admit. "I forgive you. I love you like a sister.
Nothing is going to change that" she vows. Her words give me hope even as I walk back home.
Time Period: The Present Reality
Place: A Nursery
Situation: Post The Twins' home birth
Naveen's p.o.v
"Oh Nave, you are crying" Tiana points out. "I am not crying" I lie through my tears. "You don't
understand why the twins were born fullterm instead of Raven" she assumes."You can read my
thoughts. You are kind of like Jean Grey in that way" I tease her. "Sure" she laughs with a little
hint of sadness. "I heard someone say my name" Raven breaks in. Briefly, the hole in our world
closes up. Even now my tears are blessings from heaven.
TTime Period: The Present Reality
Place: The Palace
Situation: Regina along with some extra help is preparing for Avalon and Raven's graduation party
Regina's p.o.v
Unexpected, Emma's presence startles me. I almost fall off the ladder. I have been hanging up party
decorations on the wall. "Hello, Emma" I acknowledge my friend. "I am sorry for startling you" she
apologizes. "I forgive you. How may I help you?" I ask her. "You miscarried Solomon. Rumple
resurrected him. My deceased son, Josiah has been resurrected. I need your help in solving this
mystery" she explains.
Avalon's p.o.v
It will not be good for me to eavesdrop on mom's conversation with Emma. While they are
conversing, I finish decorating the ballroom. Mom suggested that Raven and I have a combined
graduation party. We were both born prematurely, two months early as a matter of fact. We were
born too early, but arrived right on time. Ever since our time in the NICU, Raven has been my buddy.
Although I appreciate the hard work and hospitality of Raven's family, my dad's absence weighs
heavy on my mind. He is going to miss my graduation ceremony and party.
Naveen's p.o.v
"Raven is here now. She is beautiful and strong like her mother" I compliment my wife. "I will have
goodies for you tonight. Do you know what I mean?" She seduces me. "I am ready. Bring it on" I
challenge her. I want to undress Tiana and get her into bed so badly. "We can do it if you help
me prepare for the graduation party" she bargains with me. "I will and can help you" I agree.
Avalon's p.o.v
Raven catches me taking down and putting away various party decorations. "Why are you taking
down and putting away the party decorations?" she wonders. "Now is not the time for celebration.
My mom is in a very bad mood. You saw how she treated Wish Hook. Her actions and comments
were inappropriate. I apologize on her behalf" I explain. "Your mom needs you. You should check
on her. My parents, my grandma, and I will take down and put away the rest of the party
decorations" Raven volunteers. I hug Raven as a way to express my gratitude. I know mom
will be in her bedroom so I go there. She enjoys the massage that I give her.
Regina's p.o.v
Drizella is kind enough to help me put away party decorations. "Mom, thanks for throwing me a
wedding engagement party" she thanks me. Then Drew goes on her merry way. Meanwhile,
I puzzle over the title "mom". I remember I became pregnant with Drizella at age eighteen. Her
conception was immaculate. I blame it all on the glass of wine that Rumple gave me. Shortly after
our dinner date, Lady Tremaine imprisoned me. She ripped Drizella from my womb. Anyhow, Tiana's
presence breaks me out of a daze. "Hello there, my friend" I acknowledge Tiana. "Keep on shining
your light for you have a big heart of gold" she encourages me.
Place: Regina's dream world -The Afterlife aka The Edge of All realms
Observing the sunset, we stand on a bridge that serves as a go-between life and death. He places
a gun bullet in my hands. "Facilier shot you when you were pregnant with Avalon. I extracted the
bullet from your body" he brings to my attention. "I remember you said you didn't know who shot
me. How do you know Facilier was the one who shot me?" I challenge Rumple. "Now looking back
in hindsight, I have realized I saw him standing in the woods behind our cottage. He disappeared
before I could confront him" Rumple recalls. "I thank you for telling me the truth. Now I know why
there was such bad blood between you and him" I respond. Facilier's voice breaks me out of my
dream state.
Regina's p.o.v
Morning finds me naked and in bed with Dr. Facilier. I don't remember having sex with him.
He must've drugged me and then raped me last night. "Good morning, love" he addresses me.
"Get out of my bed. Don't touch me ever again. You have violated me" livid, I demand. He refuses
to move, therefore he stays put. "I didn't rape you last night. You wanted it" he denies. I feel sick
to my stomach. I fear that I am carrying his baby. My constant and uncontrollable vomiting proves
my suspicions to be right. It is strange and mind blowing how I am pregnant already. Facilier takes
pleasure in my pain and sorrow. He threatens to kill me if I abort our baby.
Time Period: The Present Reality
Regina's p.o.v continued
Anxious, I put my face in my hands. Solomon rests his head on my shoulder. "Stress is not good for
our unborn baby" Facilier advises me. "I don't care. I never wanted this demon baby anyway. You
drugged me. You raped me" I yell at him. Facilier is at a loss for words. Right on cue, Doctor Whale
approaches us in the waiting room.
Regina's p.o.v
"I love you, princess" choked up, I confess to my daughter. She squeezes my hand and a bright light
comes from them. This bright light symbolizes our love. A warm fuzzy sensation overcomes my
body until I feel my unborn child starting to slip away.
Dr. facilier's p.o.v
"Dr. Facilier" Dr. Whale addresses me. "What the bloody hell is wrong with you?" I ask him.
Without giving an explanation, he directs me to a nearby hospital room. A deeply heartbroken
Regina rests in a bed. I take a seat at Regina's bedside. I take her hand in mine. "I had a miscarriage.
I am so sorry" Regina sobs heavily. "You are a liar. You never really wanted the baby. It is all your
fault that our baby is dead" I yell at her.
Date: 4-21-2019 (5 months later)
Regina's p.o.v
Today is Easter, but I still remember those that I have lost. My heart aches and breaks over thinking
about them. I lite candles in their honor. I am startled when I hear footsteps behind me. "Hello,
Regina. Avalon said I would find you here in the chapel. She is standing in your place as host for the
annual Storybrooke Easter Egg hunt. Solomon is helping out his big sister" Tiana shares with me.
"Bingo" I sigh heavily sitting down in a pew. I cover my face with my hands. Tiana gently rubs my
back.
Regina's p.o.v continued
"You slept with my archenemy" Tiana reminds me. "He raped me" I correct my friend. "Dr. Facilier
told a different story" Tiana argues. "He forced everything on me. He took the miscarriage really
hard. He has been giving me the silent treatment. He believes the miscarriage is all my fault" I cry
making her melt inside. She pulls me into a tight embrace. "I am sorry for doubting your loyalty" she
apologizes.
Zelena's p.o.v
From afar, we notice Regina and Tiana exiting the chapel. "Mommy" Solomon squeals jumping into
Regina's arms. "You are super hyper. You will not get anymore candy" Regina teases him. "Your son
is quite a handful. How could you leave me alone with him?" I joke around with my sister.
"You are absolutely glowing. Is there something that you need to tell me?" Regina points out.
Before I can tell Regina about my pregnancy, my attention is directed elsewhere. Hades has a
basket full of Easter eggs for me and our baby.
Time Period: The Present Reality
Place: Naveen's recovery room
Tiana's p.o.v
I am an absolute emotional mess. I blame my suffering and Naveen's recent health crisis on Dr.
Facilier. He took Regina's miscarriage really hard. Even from afar, he has made my life to be a
living hell. "Dad wants to see you" Raven notifies me at the present moment. I pretend to be strong
for her and Naveen's sake. "I have been this deathly ill before. You worried about me so much that
you went into premature labor with Raven" Naveen recalls. "Raven was born two months early.
You left your sick bed to attend the birth. You were super man back then" I remember. "I shall
arise from my sick bed. Facilier has no control over me" my husband vows. I fear I may become
a widow and a single parent.
Regina's p.o.v
Our lives cross paths in the hospital lobby. My conscience or the universe has lead me here. "I didn't
expect to see you here. I thank you for coming to the hospital anyway" Tiana tells me. "You are
welcome. Let me look after you this time" I insist.
Regina's p.o.v
"Nave is feeling much better than he did earlier. The doctor doesn't know what caused his illness.
I assume Dr. Facilier put a spell on him. I thank you for your concern, but there is nothing that you
can do" Tiana informs me. "I understand" I agree. "We met in a hospital eighteen ongoing nineteen
years ago" Tiana remembers changing the subject. My mind flashes back to that time when our
daughters were in the NICU. Our daughters were born two months early. Raven was born on
October 28, 2000. She is one day older than my sweet precious Avalon.
Time Period: Still The Present Reality 10/29/2019
Situation: Raven and her parents are busy with cleaning up after the Harvest Festival
Naveen's p.o.v
I enjoyed doing face painting with my wife and daughter. Now that the Harvest Festival is over,
dark thoughts have clouded my vision yet again. It is weird and unfair for good things to be
happening all around me. I hide my tears and frustration for my family's sake. Somehow my
true emotions are starting to show even as I am cleaning up my work station. Tiana wipes
tear off my cheek. "Everything will be okay" she assures me. "My heart bleeds for you.
Your recent health crisis has put me in this awful predictment. You might have
ovarian cancer or breast cancer. I am getting tired of all this anxiety and uncertainty.
I wonder what is God is trying to do" I confide in Tiana.
Tiana's p.o.v
"We have experienced and endured through much worse such as Raven's premature birth" I remind
my husband. He hugs and kisses me right there on the spot. Raven isn't bothered by our public
display of affection. We give her hope for the future. My mom joins us for the fun long drive back
home. Although I trust God, I am trying to keep my head above water. I will have a follow up
mammogram tomorrow.
Date: 10-30-2019
Naomi's p.o.v (Tiana's mom)
I accompanied Tiana to the hospital where she had a follow up mammogram. The doctor
discovered something unusual on her left breast. the first time around. Today held so much
promise, but I prepared myself for the worse. Prompted by the holy spirit, a kind woman named
Deidre Melton prayed for us in the waiting room. Apart of myself still feared and worried Tana's
mammogram would display signs of cancer. Thankfully, the lump on her left breast turned out
to be noncancerous. My emotional breakdown caught Tiana off guard in the parking lot. "I don't
have cancer. Why are you crying?" shocked and confused, she asked me. "I am crying because
I am grateful. God has been good to us" I explained.
Raven's p.o.v
"What if?" lingers in the back of my mind. I know I will end up chasing the wind. I shall believe
whatever you want me to. Such fragile innnocence, this temporary peace and solace of ours.
A bloody heavy outpouring of love, my heart's silent prayers. Bittersweet joy, a time when
Heaven rained down on me.
Time Period: The Present Reality
Place: Grannys
Raven's p.o.v
Avalon's presence startles me. I never knew I was crying until she brought it to my attention. She
wonders why I am crying instead of enjoying my meal. My life is an open book. Avalon is my best
friend, therefore I trust her with confidential information. I confide in her about my mother's recent
health crisis. Avalon promises to this secret between her and me. I trust her, but I fear she may
drop the bomb.
Place: The Mills' Residence
Avalon's p.o.v
Heavyhearted, I walk through the front door. I can't easily hide my emotions from my
mom and brother. "Ava, please don't look so sad. Things will be ok" Solomon encourages me.
"Ava, what is the matter?" Mother asks me. "I met up with Raven at Grannys. Raven told me
that her mom has been experiencing a health crisis. She is being tested for cancer, perhaps
uterine cancer" I inform my mom and brother.
Time Period: A Flashback
Time Period: The Present Reality
Place: Tiana and Naveen's house
Regina's p.o.v
I knock on the door unaware of what may await me on the other side. An emotional Naveen
answers the door. "Hello, Regina" Naveen's voice cracks. "Apparently, our daughters met
each other at Grannys. Raven told Avalon that Tiana was being tested for uterine cancer.
Avalon shared the news with me at home later on. I wanted to check on Tiana" I explain.
"Tiana is doing okay. She is very emotional at the moment. We have just found out that
she will need a total hysterectomy. I will tell her that you stopped by. I will make sure
she will contact you later" Naveen informs me. "I understand" I agree walking away.
Time of Period: A nightmare
Situation: Tiana's death
Naveen's p.o.v
Raven holds onto Tiana's dying body very tightly. "Mom, please don't leave me" Raven sobs heavily.
"I will always be with you in spirit" Tiana assures our daughter. "Living in a world without you, it
will not quite feel the same" Raven argues. "I will watch over you as your guardian angel" Tiana
promises. "She is my one and only child. She is a devoted wife and mother. She doesn't deserve
to suffer or to die young. She doesn't deserve this fate. Do you hear me?" a hysterical Naomi
yells at God. I am also experiencing a personal crisis of faith. Although I have been pretending
to be fine, I am not well at all. My heart and spirit are dying within me. Tiana keeps on
reinforcing these words, "I love you". The dam containing my tears finally breaks when she
closes her eyes for good and the heart monitor stops.
Time Period: A Dream
Place: The Library
Raven's p.o.v
I pull Edgar Allen Poe's "The Raven" off a shelf. My mind gets lost within the pages. I remember
I was The Raven in a previous life. I tortured Rumple on the behalf of Maleficent. She didn't care
if he was mourning his dead wife Belle. "Nevermore" a familiar male voice booms giving me
goosebumps in the present time. I almost drop the book. "I am sorry for frightening you" Rumple
apologizes helping me to regain my balance. "This must've been payback for tormenting you" I
assume.
Time Period: The Present Reality
Place: Maleficent's Castle
Diaval in his raven form lands in front of Lily, Victoria, and me. "You have company. Raven is here"
Raven is here" Diaval notifys me. "Thanks Diaval" I thank my son and messenger boy.
Maleficent's p.o.v continued
"My mom is being tested for cancer. I know you how much you care about her. You were my
parents' college English professor" Raven confides in me. "Your mom doesn't have cancer. It is only
just a health scare" I assure Raven.
Time Period: The Present Reality
Place: A Social Gathering Place- The Food Trucks
Avalon's p.o.v
Singing various Christmas carols, we visit Raven and her family's food truck. Our behavior amuses
them. Unfortunately, we don't get free food
Time Period: The Present Reality
Tiana's p.o.v
You are my precious blue valentine. You are pure sunshine and I love you with an undying passion.
We crossover the line between life and death. I am fine, but I am not really okay. Today has been a
gift, but I give it one more long hard try and cry.
Time Period: The Present Reality
Place: A Hospital Delivery Room
Naveen's p.o.v
My mother in law, Naomi is a sensitive woman. Nothing bad has happened yet but she is preparing
herself just in case. Raven and I remain still and calm for her sake. Our stomachs are tied up in
knots when Tiana approaches us. "The biopsy, a vaginal exam hurt very much. I will find out my
results sometime next week" she informs us.
Time Period: The Present Reality
Place: The Cemetery
Situation: A memorial service for Ronan (Victor and Ruby's stillborn son)
Naveen's p.o.v
All the sadness in the air makes me want to hold my wife tighter. We were almost in Victor and
Ruby's shoes once. Thankfully, Raven survived her difficult premature birth. She is now nineteen
years old. She has graduated from highschool. Her dream is be a chef and to own a restaurant.
Tiana and I have allowed her to work with us on our food truck.
"Ronan was our miracle baby. There were complications with the pregnancy. Thats why Ruby was
induced and delivered early at seven months. I helped her to bring him into this world" an emotional
Victor recounts bringing me back down to reality. My heart aches and breaks for Vincent and Ruby.
Nobody especially them deserves to lose a baby.
