In regarding any planning for the bachelor or bachelorette party for the upcoming nuptials of David Nolan and Mary Margaret Blanchard,

The Bride and Groom humbly request:

ABSOLUTELY NO STRIPPERS!

Thank you for your consideration in this matter.

Once Upon A Time

Emma laughed as she read over the email her friend had sent her. She was sure that, even though the message had been sent to the entire group, it was mostly directed to Ruby.

"Swan, did you get an email from David's and Mary Margaret?" Killian asked as he walked into the room, looking at his phone.

"The one about no strippers? Yeah. I'm pretty sure it was mostly intended for Ruby, but they wanted to make sure everyone knew about it."

"I can understand the reluctance. Might put a damper on the honeymoon if any story comes to light of someone dancing with a scantily clad body that is not their beloved." Killian then reached for Emma and pulled her into his arms. "Forgive me love, but my own jealousy would be a monster if I heard of another man touching you."

"I know what you mean. If some half naked woman was grinding on you, I might feel the urge to shoot you both."

Killian chuckled. "Very wise of our friends to ensure nothing untoward should happen."

Just as Emma was nodding her head in agreement and moving in for a kiss, both hers and Killian's phones signaled a new notification.

It was from Ruby. And she was trying to get around the no stripper rule with an alternative idea.

"What if we have joined parties? And we take turns performing sexy dances?" We just won't show more skin than what would be displayed at a beach."

"Not that I don't trust your friends, love, but I don't think I like the idea of anyone watching you when you sensually move your body."

Emma had her own doubts about the whole thing. While she loved the look of Killian moving his body, she didn't want anyone else looking.

Killian tacked onto the message. "No one is looking at my girlfriend."

"Sorry Ruby, but in order to prevent the green eyed monster from possessing anyone, we will say no to the friends being the strippers for the party. But a joint bachelor/bachelorette party sounds like a good idea."

"Is there a specific thing you have in mind, or are you going to let the best man and maid of honor pick?"

"Just please keep in mind who we are."

"They enjoy doing stuff like hiking and camping." Emma said out loud thoughtfully. "But a camping trip doesn't really sound like a good bachelorette party. For her bridal shower we were going to treat her to an elegant brunch at a five star hotel."

"You and the girl's can still do that while I take Dave and the guys fishing for a few hours." Killian suggested. "And we'll have fun as a group going camping in order to destress from wedding planning."

"Oh, they'll love that Killian! Great idea!"

A few more emails were exchanged and the group had a plan for the pre wedding parties.