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A/N: some sexy fun times to help ease the pain of the story.
20: Beads Upon the Forehead
Emma came in from her run and sighed as soon as she kicked her shoes off. Her feet breathed a sigh of relief along with her while she wiped sweat from her face. It felt like it did nothing. Sweat rolled down her back and stuck to more places than she was comfortable with. I should've just ran in a sports bra, but it's too damn cold still. Instead, her shirt was stuck to her and it felt gross along with all of her sweat. How had she let Ruby talk her into this staying in shape crap?
Running was no way to spend a Saturday morning. She should have slept in or stayed in bed all day. She deserved it, dealing with Storybrooke all week. Yes, things were going back to normal, but even when things were "normal" there was still crime. Some of the crime was heartbreaking, like having to arrest a teenage kid for "trespassing." He was actually just trying to return to his birth parents, who decided they didn't want him and were all too happy to leave him with his Cursed parents, who wanted him and took care of him, but he had teenage angst issues. The bio-parents even wanted to press charges, for the kid to really get it, but Emma and Ruby talked them out of it. Damn, parents in the Enchanted Forest just seem like assholes.
But, that was the sort of week she had. She was supposed to be relaxing on a Saturday and running was not the thing. Yes, she liked to stay in shape, but she was more into kickboxing or something like that. Ruby wanted to do running before they tried kickboxing.
They were doing kickboxing next Saturday if Emma had her say, which would also support small business around the town. They were also doing it in the afternoon, so she could sleep the entire morning away. Kickboxing was also sexier than running, which she knew would sell it to Ruby, who thought running would be sexy for some reason. But, then again, she had a lot of stamina. Oh, right, that's how she sold this shit to me. The promise of more stamina. Well, to hell with that. It was not like Regina was complaining.
As Emma stepped deeper into the house, she caught sight of something that would definitely improve her Saturday. Regina was planted on her knees in the corner with her hands rested on her thighs and her feet tucked underneath her. Suddenly, Emma was not tired anymore.
"Looks like someone's been naughty," Emma said, smiling even though Regina could not see her expression.
Regina did not turn from facing the wall. "Maybe."
"What could you have done? You said you were just gonna do some housework while I killed myself running with Ruby. You're here alone." It was supposed to be a calm morning for Regina. Henry was out with Emma's parents for the day, bonding. Emma was on better grounds with her parents, but that happened once they finally realized they needed to do some groveling. There was only so much Regina was willing to extend an olive branch to them on Emma's behalf, after all. Eventually, their pride gave way to humility and they admitted they had to work harder to be proper parents to Emma. Things got better then.
Emma and Regina were left with the Saturday alone to relax now that Storybrooke was almost a normal, fully functioning town. The town had been getting on Regina's nerves since she took back her job, but she did what was best for the town. One of the things still plaguing her was straightening out the housing situation. Nobles really thought Regina would just let them steal people's houses and now they were trying to tie the whole thing up in court since there was a court. As annoying a few people were, Regina fought for the masses who just wanted to live their lives in peace. She was hero to those people.
"I am and I did some chores," Regina replied.
"So, tell me what you did to have to go to the corner?" Emma liked that Regina punished herself sometimes. It was always for something adorably bad. The last time Regina put herself in the corner was because she insulted Emma's favorite television show.
Regina blew out a loud breath. "I was cleaning the refrigerator—" She did not get to finish.
"You did not throw out that pizza!" Emma planned to eat it this very afternoon with a beer and a movie. It was going to be the start of her relaxing Saturday! The Saturday she deserved!
Even though she did not turn around, Regina had a cute frown on her face. "It had mold on it!"
"No, it did not and don't you dare raise your voice at me. You know you were wrong. That's why you put yourself in the corner."
"I put myself in the corner because I could've saved it if I realized you'd leave it there for so long."
"Or you could've used magic," Emma said. Regina wanted to be punished, wanted Emma to take complete control. Regina needed to unwind and she deserved it, probably more than anybody else. Beyond the housing situation, she was often second-guessed when she made decisions, even though every move she made so far was the right one.
Regina sat up taller, like she was in the right. "I'm not supposed to use magic like that." She made that agreement with Henry, who felt like Regina depended on magic too much to solve her problems and it was not healthy.
Emma rolled her eyes. "Anyway, you were bad and you know it. I'm going to take a shower. You better be prepared on the bed when I get out." That would be a nice way to spend their Saturday.
Emma went to take a shower, grabbing some clothes on the way. She took a nice, hot and long shower. It gave her a chance to think about what to do to Regina. I need to make sure it's good. She probably needs this considering how annoying everyone in town is to her.
While the town voted Regina in back as mayor and understood she would defend them tooth and nail against villains, they still disrespected her sometime. They still sometimes treated her like she was the worst thing ever. It was hard to watch, even though Regina stood up for herself and gave way worse than she got, but she should not have to put up with such nonsense. She was actually helping out of the kindness of her heart and people acted like she was obligated to do it.
But, then again, people acted like Emma was obligated to do her job, too. Yeah, they understood how important the sheriff's department and they understood they could not do just anything, but they still tried to push the line. While they were not dueling in the streets anymore, they still called her about dogs in their yards and cats in trees when she had actual crimes to worry over. While things were not as bad as they used to be, there were robberies now, domestic violence, and other things since there was no Curse and people had trouble processing they were not going back to the Enchanted Forest. She shook her head to stop thinking about it. It was her day off, she needed to relax, and Regina was waiting for her.
When Emma entered the bedroom, her mind went blank for a moment as she caught sight of Regina, sitting on top of the bed with her feet tucked underneath her. Regina had on a blood red slip with matching lipstick and her new collar around her neck along with her matching cuffs. Polished garnets dotted the black leather except for the golden loop in the center where a golden swan charm dangled. The cuffs were similar, also with a golden swan charm swinging from loops.
Emma and Regina purchased the collar and cuffs together a couple of months ago. Emma played with the idea of buying some of her own. Regina would probably like it every now and then for Emma to lock her down with a collar and cuffs Emma alone picked out. It would give Emma that much more control when Regina just could not take the world anymore.
"Well, well, well, somebody looks like she's hoping to get out of trouble," Emma said.
"I sat in the corner for an hour," Regina replied, chin in the air in defiance.
"That was your choice. Now, my choice. Hold up your hands." Emma went to the nightstand as Regina held up her hands.
Emma pulled out a pair of handcuffs and attached each side to a ring on Regina's cuffs, binding her hands, but still gave her some range of movement. Regina pouted. It was cute. She ran her fingers through Regina's hair and gave her a peck on the lips.
"You look so pretty all wrapped up for me. Now, do I want to hook you to the bed or put you on your knees first?" Emma tapped her chin while Regina sat quietly, like she was supposed to. Emma stroked her hair gain. "Look at you being so good for me now. But, if you were really good you wouldn't have been sitting in the corner, right?"
"The food was bad, though."
Emma clicked her tongue. "No, no, no. See, love, that's so bad. On the floor. On your knees."
Regina nodded and slid off the bed with more grace than one would expect from a woman in a collar and handcuffs. Emma pulled off her sweatpants, revealing she had not bothered with underwear, and then sat on the edge of the bed. She spread her legs and watched as Regina crawled to Emma and sat up until her face was on level with Emma's center. She did not move and Emma smiled. She caressed Regina's hair again.
"You're so beautiful like this, on your knees for me, ready to please me. You want to please me, don't you?" Emma asked.
"Yes, I do."
"Then make me come. And, maybe, I'll let you come… at some point today," Emma replied.
Regina did not hesitate, going in face first, tasting Emma with her full tongue. Emma moaned as soon as Regina's tongue touched her slick, hot skin. They had been lovers for a few months, but Emma felt like Regina knew her body better than anyone ever had. Broad strokes from Regina's tongue, pausing at just the right spot each time, had Emma seeing stars in no time flat. Emma moaned loudly and caressed Regina's head to encourage her.
"Oh, you are such a good girl, baby. Such a good girl," Emma said.
The praise seemed to be all Regina needed to go all out. She licked, sucked, and tilted her head for better angles and access. Emma could only groan and coo as she felt pleasure building within, causing her thighs to shake. It was like sparks replaced her blood and popped as they coursed through her body with each touch from Regina. She made sure to continue stroking Regina's head, letting her know she was doing amazing. Of course, Regina knew that based on the noises she made as well, but Regina deserved and sometimes needed verbal praise, which Emma understood.
Regina did not help as she brought her bound hands up, running her knuckles along Emma's inner thigh. The simple touch, so loving and gentle, it went right to Emma's core. Bliss burned its way through Emma's body and Regina wrapped her lips around Emma's clit. It was like she pulled a trigger and Emma exploded. She pressed Regina's face to her and rode her face as best she could trying to draw out her pleasure. She drowned under the wave for as long as she could, her body lost in an ocean of pure ecstasy. She collapsed on the bed, releasing Regina's head as she fell back.
"Damn. I swear you get better and better at that each time." Emma blew out a breath. "But, that doesn't change anything."
Regina pouted, but also managed to glare at Emma. "You said I was a good girl."
Emma sat up, even though she really wanted to melt into the bed. But, Regina wanted to play. Playing was good. She reached down and stroked Regina's cheek.
"You are a good girl, but you did a bad thing. You have to be punished, so you learn not to do bad things," Emma said.
Regina had the nerve to frown at her. "The food was going bad and I already sat in the corner."
Emma shook her head. "You know that doesn't count. Now, up." She grabbed Regina by the collar, guiding her up. The swan charm rang out a little as it hit against the loop.
Regina rose to her feet and moved to the bed. She settled on her knees, feet tucked underneath her and hands in her lap, waiting patiently. A prim and proper lady… in a collar. Emma smiled and knew exactly what she wanted to do to Regina, for Regina. Regina needed to relax, enjoy herself.
"Hands up." Emma stroked Regina's knee.
Regina held her hands up and Emma took the handcuffs, attaching the loop to a hook she had installed in the wooden headboard. Regina settled against the pillows with her hands above her head. Emma ran her hands up and down Regina's smooth legs.
"You wanna talk about it?" Emma asked. Something had to happen for Regina to make her wants so blatant. Whenever Regina put herself in the corner, it was usually because she was stressed.
"Later."
Emma nodded. "Fair enough. So, you know what I'm gonna do to you?"
Regina shook her head. "No, but you're going to tell me in great detail as part of my punishment."
Emma grinned and sat up straight. "Oh, you do know me well." She enjoyed describing the punishment to tease her lover. The look that always settled into Regina's eyes as she spoke captured Emma and made it one of her favorite things. Regina loved the attention.
Regina turned her mouth and managed to sit up straighter. "I know you're mean and unfair."
Emma scowled. "Oh, really? And you think you're a good girl, talking to me like that? You know what, maybe I'll go watch a movie." She moved like she was about to get up.
"Emma!" Regina whined. She probably needed to let that out.
Emma looked at her. "Are you done sassing me? Done acting like you have a say in the matter?"
Regina's moue was back. "I'm sorry."
Emma tilted her head and studied Regina for a long moment. She did not look any worse for wear and she did not look particularly off. Why was she being so mouthy then? "Do you want to talk about it?" She was all for fun and games, but she needed to make sure Regina was all right.
"Not now."
Emma nodded. "Then take your punishment. Be my good girl."
It took a moment, but Regina nodded. Emma ran her hands along Regina's thighs again. The silk of the nightgown was nice, but her skin was even better. Emma could spend all day caressing Regina's skin.
"So, here's what's going to happen, babe. I'm going to make camp between your legs. Eat you real good until you come at least three times. Then, I'm going to slide my fingers inside of you and stroke you nice and slow, making sure to touch all your favorite spots while keeping my tongue on you. After that, if you're still coherent, I'm gonna go into the drawer and grab your favorite strap-on and fuck you into the bed. If at any point you're bad, I'm going to put the chain on your collar to yank your head and put you in line. If you're bad after that, you get the ball gag."
Regina whimpered and wiggled a bit. "No, it makes me drool."
Emma leaned down, giving Regina a little kiss on her lipstick-smeared mouth. "Then be good for me."
If they got to the point she needed to use the ball gag, she could only wonder what happened to Regina during the week. Regina disliked the ball gag for the reason she stated, but sometimes it was a necessary evil. The ball gag was Regina's ultimate surrender. The indignity of drooling was beat out by being able to do that in front of Emma without judgment. The ball gag was the ultimate break from responsibility. She would have noticed signs if Regina really needed that. It meant everything outside of the house was shit for Regina, which happened a few times.
"So, you're gonna be good, right? So, no ball gag?" Emma asked.
Regina shook her head. "Please, no. I'll be good."
Emma gave Regina another kiss. This one was deeper, lingering. As Emma pulled away, Regina tried to follow. The headboard shook as she yanked on her bonds. Emma smiled at her.
"Relax. I got you." Emma caressed Regina's legs as she placed soft, wet kisses on Regina's chin, down her neck, and along Regina's flushed chest. She swept Regina's slip to the side, just enough to reveal a beautiful pebbled brown nipple. She kissed around Regina's soft breast while caressing her nipple. Regina whimpered and writhed. The movement became a buck as Emma wrapped her lips around Regina's nipple. Regina's moans grew in pitch as Emma suckled, tongue loving Regina's body. She switched sides and treated the other gem to the same adoration and care.
Regina's breath began coming in heavy pants and that was Emma's signal to move on. She pressed kisses down Regina's torso, even with the slip in the way. As she got to her destination, she pushed Regina's slip up above her waist. There were no panties, allowing Emma to dive right into her treasure. Regina was warm and welcoming. Emma clutched Regina's ass, pulling her closer.
A low, deep howl escaped Regina and Emma could feel her lover melt against her face. Emma smiled to herself. That was one and in record time. She pulled away, kissing Regina's thigh. She let Regina catch her breath.
"You need that?" Emma asked.
Regina smiled at her. "I always need you."
Emma held in a chuckle as pride bloomed in her chest. "Two more. You good?"
Regina nodded and Emma went in for orgasm number two. She adjusted Regina slightly, lifting her up more for better access. She licked Regina like an ice cream cone, finding her just as sweet and delicious. She could do this all day and Regina would probably let her. Gotta try that one day.
Regina's breath hitched and high-pitched little noises escaped her. Regina's body tended to follow the pitch of her voice. As the pitch climbed, Emma clutched and gripped Regina's ass, pulling her closer. Emma moaned as Regina moved against her mouth. Regina was always so good on her tongue. She tasted like love and home. The beautiful flavor made Emma's body burn and her hips ground against the bed, wanting relief. Regina screamed and that was two.
Emma pulled away, wanting Regina to see how wet her face was. "That one sounded good. Was it good?"
Regina's flushed chest heaved and her eyes were barely open. "So good."
"Agreed. So good we should get to number three immediately." Emma went right back to her happy place before Regina could respond or catch her breath. She sucked Regina's clit like it was candy to be savored. Regina whined, which turned into a deep moan as Emma eased a finger into Regina. Regina bucked, trying to take more of her in.
At times like this, Emma would like to pop Regina's thigh or ass, but hitting was a no go. They tried a couple of times, but it always ended in tears. Regina could not explain it, but she could not handle even the lightest spanks. It did not matter. There were other ways to let Regina know she was being bad. She pulled her mouth away and Regina groaned.
"Babe, you take what I give. No more, no less," Emma reminded her.
Regina let loose a long whine. "But, you feel so good! You make me feel so good!"
Emma kissed her thigh. "I know, but still."
Regina went back to pouting. "I'm sorry. Please."
"Well, you said please." And Emma craved Regina's climax, so she returned to her favorite spot. Her tongue and lips occupied Regina's precious pearl while one and then two fingers massaged Regina from the inside out.
Regina's moans rose and rose. This time Emma could feel Regina pulsing around her fingers, gripping her. Regina's legs fell open wider and Emma's fingers gained speed. She could feel Regina's thighs flex as Regina's moans became more breathy. Regina cried out as her body exploded around Emma's fingers. It was heaven.
Emma peppered Regina with light kisses and gentle strokes of her fingers until Regina collapsed on the bed. Emma placed one last kiss to the inside of Regina's thigh before looking up at her. Regina looked beautiful, skin glowing, a soft smile, and a satisfied look in her eyes.
"Done?" Emma asked, not wanting to wear Regina out.
"I was done when I sat in the corner. This whole thing is unfair." So, not done. Emma got up to get the strap-on and maybe the chain for Regina's collar since she wanted to be mouthy.
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Regina could barely focus as she watched Emma grab the strap-on and the chain for her collar. Both made her body hum. She was so happy Henry's grandparents wanted to spend the whole Saturday with him. How could Regina resist this with having the house to themselves? Besides, Emma clearly needed this, even if she probably did not realize it.
Regina groaned a little as Emma finally took off her tank top, showing off what amounted to the perfect abdomen. Watching Emma slip onto the strap-on made Regina clench as memories of past use fluttered through her mind. She released a long breath and Emma smiled at her.
"You ready?" Emma asked.
"Undo my cuffs?" She did not really want that, but she needed to say something.
Emma scoffed. "Of course not. But, I'll take you down."
Regina would like to be let down. Her shoulders burned a bit. Emma unhooked her, but did not unlink her cuffs. She attached what was essentially a leash to Regina's collar. They had played a lot with the leash when alone in the house or in the bedroom. There was something about the ownership it showed that did so many things to both of them. Emma liked knowing and seeing Regina was hers. Regina liked knowing and seeing Emma would take care of her in the ways she wanted and needed.
"Sit up," Emma said.
Regina did as ordered, sitting straight up, hands on her knees, feet underneath her. She liked sitting at attention for Emma. It gave her a chance to watch Emma openly admire her. It made Regina feel valuable, wanted, precious. Emma caressed her cheek, like she was a priceless work of art. Did she ever touch Emma like this? She hoped so.
"You're so beautiful," Emma said.
"You always say so." And she knew coming from Emma it meant so much more than her looks. Beauty was about who she was.
"Because it's true and you need to know. You're beautiful. Every part of you.''
"You are so wonderful." It needed to be said.
Emma smiled at her and leaned down to give her a kiss. It was as sweet as always, like sinking into a hot bath. Then Emma pulled away and yanked Regina forward using her leash. Regina grunted, but she knew how she had to look when Emma made the move. Her eyes were bright, sparkling with joy that buzzed over every bit of her.
"I'm gonna let you pick. Back or knees," Emma said.
Regina hated that she learned to like being on her back with Emma. Being on her back used to be the worst. Something she never did with any lover. But, Emma changed all of that. Looking in Emma's eyes when they were connected, sharing a breath with Emma as they moved. It was the very definition of intimacy. She loved it, loved feeling so close to Emma. But, this was not about her.
So, Regina got on her knees. She heard Emma whimper. Emma was so weak for Regina's ass it was almost comical. But, it was flattering, too. Another little thing that made Regina feel loved and valued in all the right ways.
Emma climbed on the bed. She took Regina by the waist and directed her more to the center of the bed. Her chain jingled as they moved. Emma caressed the small of her back with the leash in hand. Regina shivered at the touch, including the chill of the chain. Emma's free hand moved between Regina's legs and caressed her. Regina moaned as sparks flew through her.
"Emma, please." Regina wiggled her ass.
Emma squeezed her ass and pulled the leash a little. "Don't rush me. I want you to be ready."
"I am!" Regina whined, earning another yank. She would not be able to keep herself up right for long if this kept up.
"You are." Emma purred.
Regina's breath hitched as she felt the tip of the toy against her. Emma rubbed her back again before shoving every delicious inch inside of her. She knew she screamed even though she did not fully hear it. Her brain and body were too overloaded with ecstasy to focus on anything else. She clawed at the bed, wishing it was Emma's back. Emma set a steady pace that helped drive Regina out of her mind. She dropped, body lost to the dazzle under her skin. Emma yanked her leash.
"Up," Emma said and slammed the toy into Regina.
Hot flames burst through Regina and she yelped. She was up immediately as Emma's pace increased. The flames grew into a raging fire as they crackled and popped, burning through her. Regina would not last much longer. With each push from Emma's hips, Emma grunted and somehow the sound added to the pleasure in Regina. Regina panted and her heart swelled. She was set to explode.
"Oh, Emma!" Regina cooed.
"Love you, beautiful," Emma said.
That was it for Regina. It always was. Emma had the ability to rip Regina apart and put her back together with three simple words. The pleasure blew Regina into tiny pieces and she felt like she was floating through the air. She was outside of herself, existing in love and bliss.
Regina was not sure when, but Emma pulled out of her and she gathered Regina in her arms. They were cuddled up at the head of the bed when Regina regained a complete sense of the room. Emma stroked her head, brushing her hair away from her face.
"You back?" Emma asked.
"You could've continued."
"Nah. I'm tired. Remember I went for a run."
Regina could not help chuckling. "True. Did you at least peak before you ran out of energy?" She smirked.
"Oh, ha, ha. I did. Keep picking on me and I'll leave you cuffed and tie your leash to the bolt on the bed."
It would not be the first time. Regina did not want to play anymore, so she was quiet. Emma undid the handcuffs first and then took off the leather cuffs. She threw them all on the floor. She also unhooked the chain and tossed it to the floor. The collar would stay on until it was time to leave the room.
They cuddled together, existing in silence for a little while. They both valued silence together. They could gather their thoughts and then share them if necessary or desired. It was a level of trust a lot of people probably did not think about, being able to share raw thoughts, but it was a luxury they had only been allowed with a chosen few and all of those few had been disappointments until each other.
"So, you ready to talk about it?" Emma asked, caressing Regina's side.
Regina yawned and hooked her leg around Emma's, caressing her calf. "There's nothing to talk about. We have the house to ourselves and the outside world is annoying almost all of the time. We should enjoy each other." She shifted to rest more on Emma and slide a hand between her thighs.
"We should."
"Plus, you needed this as much as I do."
Emma's brow furrowed. "What?"
Regina's fingers found slickness between Emma's legs. "Yes. Because outside is chaos and people treat you like you're at their beck and call. You can't control it." But, Emma could control her. It gave Emma an outlet she needed.
Emma moaned and spread for Regina. "This town is crazy even when you have it in working in order."
Regina stroked her slow and easy. "It is. But, in here, you reign supreme." Regina kissed Emma's shoulder as she caressed Emma, whose hips moved with her hand.
Emma whimpered, now more interested in chasing her orgasm than talking. Regina did not mind. She kissed Emma's neck and shoulder as Emma rode her hand. She could feel Emma straining, wanting.
"Come for me, Emma. Please, let me have this one," Regina whispered in her ear and then she nipped Emma's earlobe.
Emma purred and exploded all over Regina's hand. With a sigh, Emma settled onto the pillows. Regina settled against Emma. Their breathing was even in sync, calm, soothing. They relaxed. They could relax.
"You make so much of the crap worth it. You and Henry. You are everything," Emma said.
Regina nuzzled her neck. "Yes. I'm glad I stopped being your villain. I enjoy being your lover so much more. Your lover, your partner. I don't think I've ever felt this good in my life. It's thanks to you."
Emma kissed the top of her head. Regina loved it when she did that. It was that intimacy thing again. It was wonderful. Emma was wonderful.
Silence soon blanketed the room. Emma drifted to sleep with Regina's hand still nestled between her legs and a smile on her face. Regina followed, drifting off with happiness coursing through her. The outside world was chaos, but inside their home was everything they ever wanted.
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The End.
A/N: Thanks to everyone who read the story. I hope you guys enjoyed that, even with all of the heartache. I hope you all continue to read and enjoy my work. Please, if you like my work, go check out my books available on Amazon, under the name S.L. Kassidy. Please, come say hi to me on Facebook. Back to my padded cell with me.