A hurried dragon flies through the High heavens, its strong wings fight against the current, it begins to descend, it becomes a beautiful lady with green eyes and violet hair.
Bad _Open the glass-
Evie_ m you're late_
Around a glass coffin are Carlos, Jay Evie, Jane and Lonnie as they observe a boy peacefully asleep in an eternal dream. Ignoring the words of her friend the girl approaches the coffin. She removes the glass and in an act of farewell to her beloved place a kiss on his lips.
A flash of light shoots out from all sides reaching the ends of this magical land.
You saved me_ said the man who had just awakened.
_Did you doubt me? _
_Never. But next time I'll pray to you, ok?
Both lovers were surrounded by all their friends and subjects in what should be the happiest days of their lives. There in the beautiful cathedral surrounded by all the stained glass windows of prince and princess that had achieved their happy ending. It was truly a dream wedding.
The doors suddenly opened and a woman appears. She went to the middle of the room.
Audrey what I was missing, Mal thought
Everyone at the scene froze not knowing how to react.
Princess Audrey of Auroria the girl who had been destined to make Ben's queen consort from the moment she was born.
In the past the king of Auradon and the beautiful princess had been in a relationship and long before that they shared a friendship, Ben really hurt to see his old friend so cold, ruthless and vengeful. There was no longer a trace of the sweet but somewhat stubborn and superficial princess that Ben knew. Now she was a sorceress her angelic beauty was now a little darker. She was still beautiful, no one would say otherwise. The daughter of the beautiful Aurora and the brave Felipe. She was manipulating Maleficent's scepter, ironic isn't it?
I must admit that I was somewhat dismayed not receiving an invitation_ he said with an irony and with false sadness_
YOU ARE NO LONGER WELCOME HERE_
_auch that was cruel Benie boo ... But I am not someone spiteful and to prove it I have a gift for you_
WE DON'T WANT ANY GIFT FROM YOU_ Angrily announced the daughter of Maleficent.
I DO NOT CARE they will have it. My gift is ... this happy happy day ... take advantage of it. Tomorrow my plan begins. I will destroy her happiness even if it is the last thing I do. AURADON WILL REPENT THAT HE TURNED HIS BACK TO ME_ walks to the door to leave.
_HIGH _ Mal yells at the same time that his eyes light up in a much stronger, intense and bright green.
But before the future queen can attack the sorceress disappears in a cloud of smoke.
A boy of about 10 years is in the bus seat heading to Boston while he reads the same story since he received months ago which led him to this crazy decision to leave his home in search of salvation.
It sounds like a good book _ said a stranger sitting in the seat next to me. _ Fairy tales, my favorites_
_It is much more than a book_
A woman kicks off her shoes as she searches for the keys to her Emma's apartment from hers after another failed date where he turns out to be another big-city jerk.
Hi I'm home, no one responds
-It's true I live alone- she responds to the joke that she has been doing for years.
She never really cared about having the apartment to herself but today was different, it was a special day and she really wished she had a different time.She walks over to the refrigerator and takes out a small decorated cupcake with a candle. She looks for the lighter that is in the same drawer as always and lights the candle.
Happy Birthday_ she blows.
Just when I extinguished the candle the dig dog of the tremble sounded she went somewhat confused to the door thinking who she could be. Maybe a neighbor or vendor. Her face changed when she saw a child.
_Hi umm, can I help you? _
_Are you Emma Thorn? _
-if she excuse me, who are you? And how do you know who I am? _
_I am Henry your son_
_I have no son _ begins to close the door
_if you gave me up for adoption about 10 years ago_
And indeed it was true but she really couldn't believe that this child was the same baby that she had for 5 seconds before she let him go forever.
_I need you Emma Storybrooke needs you. You must come with me_
_Because you don't go, take something and then leave_
She doesn't really know why she did this maybe something moved inside her. An excited Harry walks into her apartment. Emma follows him.
You want something to eat? I think I have something chicken is not very appetizing but ... Or we can order pizza_
_Is it a birthday cake? _ points to the Magdalena
_ something if. Today is my birthday_
_Happy Birthday No time for pizza we must go _
_I'm sorry kid but I will not go somewhere. You better be marching your parents are sure they are worried_
_I can't go alone, it's far and it's late. I'M 10 years old, something terrible could happen to me_
Emma realized that she was right.
_I will go for the car keys_
She bad she was on the castle balconies with her monoculars, looking for the princess or some indication of the curse that months before had been proclaimed. Someone wrapped her and lifted her from behind. King Ben son of the legendary Beauty and the Beast and her current husband.
_You should leave this you have been here more than 5 hours_
_I can't let my guard down, I need to be ready in case Audrey shows up. I know how a villain thinks_
_She is not..._
_ it is her. She now she is. She spelled you with a horrible curse, for something that happened in high school she could turn me and take a few turns Some views from above would do _
_No Mal see the state you are in_ she said pointing to the belly of the woman with about 6 or 7 months of pregnancy.
_We need an answer and I know who will give it to us_
Mal and Ben were in tunnels, the barking of a rather angry dog stunned their ears.
He must be quite hungry and angry, Ben thought.
"Dad, I'm here," said the fairy
A man about 50 years old with a somewhat worn dress with a rocker touch and hair with blue touches somewhat disheveled.
_Maly! _ Said the man as he turned off the record player and with that the barking_
Hades the God of the underworld was now lying in his armchair, but the story of how it ended up like this is not something that matters to us. For now.
_Hades I suppose you are informed of everything- now it was the young man_
And of course he was. Rumors of the curse had reached everywhere.
_I know exactly why the curse is here _
_What do you know?_
_ We will go to a horrible place where we will all be prisoners of the worst pressure you can imagine _
_Something like the barrier of the Island? _
_ Worse, much worse Their pressure will be time and the worst part is that they will not even know it. The QUEEN of mean will be victorious _
_There must be some way to stop it _
_That girl that grows in your womb will be salvation. They must protect her and take her away from here as soon as possible_
_She will prevent the curse from being launched _ Mal said as he caressed her belly _
_Not exactly but she will save us when it's time _
The kings aimed to leave with so many ideas in his head Hades spoke.
_one last question: the name of my granddaughter? _
_Emma_ both answered at the same time.
Already on the road. They had left Boston long ago, the road was quiet and quite dark.
Emma looked at the boy who was holding an open book on her lap where she could see a beautiful girl with purple hair talking to a man with a somewhat rocker style.She tried to remember a story but nothing came to mind. Maybe it was a new story different from the Disney stories she knew.
_It is a good book. It looks entertaining _
_is more than a book. It is real._
She didn't say anything she was just a child and she had the right to fantasize.
_ We are here_
WELCOME TO STORYBROOKE the blonde read from a rather picturesque poster.
It was a fairly quiet town there was not much movement. Beautiful shops seemed like any town.
Tell me boy, what is your street? _
_I do not know but it is a small place, it will not be difficult to find my house_
Emma was already a bit tired and upset. She looked at the clock tower in the center of the main avenue.
_It's late 8.15 please give me some address _
_The evil princess did it, she stopped time but no one notices, it is because of the curse they are cursed_
Goodnight_
He was a thin man of medium height, white haired but with brown roots with fair complexion and freckles. He was holding a korea.
_Henry What are you doing here? It's late_
Hello Carlos, I am not alone. She is my mother my biological mother_
_ Very much pleasure Mr. Carlos Emma Thorne_ extends his hand in a form of greeting which is received and accepted. Will she have any idea where she lives? I just want to take him home safely.
_At the end of the street turn left the mayor Audrey house is the last one you will notice_
Is your mother the mayor of the city?
She just shrugged.
Already in the car
_ Do you want to know who she is? _
_ was introduced is Carlos_
_I mean who is really or rather who was his mother. I'll tell you the same is Carlos De Vill son of Cruella_
_You know I would have imagined that Cruella's son did not like dogs or that he would be a kind of fashionista_
_I used to be afraid of them, each person is descended from the most famous storytellers_
The car stopped at a luxurious mansion.
_ Alright we're here. We'd better ring the bell. Your parents must be worried_
_ I only have one mother. But she's really bad very bad_
_She must not be so bad_
Emma really wanted to comfort and comfort him.
_Henry Henry Henry_
A very beautiful woman, really beautiful, with long brown hair, and really expensive and fine clothes, she came running up, She approached the boy and began to touch him.
_God God Are you okay, where were you? How could you do this to me? You are injured? Are you hungry? _Hugs the child so tightly.
Henry slips out of the woman's arms and runs into the house.
_I WENT TO LOOK FOR MY MOTHER _ he yells before slamming the door.
And those words really hurt him. Her attention from him was focused on the woman in the blue jacket who was standing next to a yellow Volkswagen.
_Are you his biological mother? _ He asked in an annoying and offensive tone.
Really Emma felt fear and chill She Really she could barely give an answer.
_Apparently I am. It's a pleasure_
There was no response. Eventually the mayor spoke again.
Do you like a glass of Rose wine? _
_Don't you have something stronger? _
Mal, Ben, Jay, Evie and Carlos were together with other authorities and representatives of the kingdoms of Auradon. The news of the curse was already public knowledge and the panic and fear of the people seemed to increase day by day.
Evie daughter the Evil Queen spoke and expressed what everyone thought.
_If Audrey is going to cast a curse and our salvation is the unborn girl. I think we should follow her plan to protect her_
The plan was simple to build a kind of wardrobe that would function as a portal. A pregnant Mal would come in when I know the time. They just had to hope that everything would work out and that when the time was right he would save them. Ben really hurt to part with his wife and daughter. But he knew how to be sensible and he understood that he should only wait to be saved.
A simple and easy plan to execute.
A black cloud began to grow in the sky. Doug, son of Tontin one of the 7 dwarves, who was in one of the towers of the castle scream.
_ IT IS NOW APPROACHING_
In a bed was a woman giving birth. The due date had been advanced and the plan they had developed days before seemed to be destroyed. Mal really spent and overwhelmed finally gave birth to a beautiful and healthy baby. Her midwife gave it to him She was beautiful she was so fragile. He pulled her close to her chest and hugged her.
_You have your eyes Ben_
The king saw the baby was beautiful so beautiful.
_You must take it_
_But my friend
_BEN take her_
Emma found herself moving her glass as she gazed at a beautiful painting of a rose bush.
_Bellisimo, don't you think? I have a rose bush since I was little. I take care of it and give it my full attention and it always gives the most beautiful and spectacular roses I have ever seen. It is the trophy for dedication and effort, beautiful flowers, don't you think? _
_Yes. It's a really ... pretty flower_
The woman sat with a grace and elegance that Emma really reminded her of of someone from a royal court and with a gesture I invite you to do the same.
_I do not know that she has happened lately. I apologize_
_He really is not well. But I only really knew him for a few hours _
_Everything has been complicated since I was elected mayor_
_I can imagine it_
Being a single mother is not easy. I like to achieve my goals and the things I plan to turn out the way I want. I'm strict with him but it's for his sake. I want you to fulfill his goals and dreams but he must understand that he must strive to achieve them. That doesn't make me a villain, does it? _
_He says that for that book_
_Book?_
_You already know you have that book and believe that they are all children of fairy tales. We ran into a boy on our way here and Henry claimed he was Cruella's son.
Audrey seemed quite alarmed and Emma really wondered how she didn't know anything.
I'm sorry miss but I do not understand what you are talking about_
The blonde had an instinct to get deeper into the conversation. But a part of her told him she had no right. Henry was safe at home with her mother.
_I'd better go it's a long drive to Boston I'm glad Henry is safe_
Audrey stood up and led Emma out of her.She gave her a little handshake.
He is safe at home. Thank you very much Miss..._
_Emma Thorne_
_Have a good trip Miss Thorne_
And with that the door closed.
Emma headed for her car. She did not ask to say goodbye to the boy. She felt that she really couldn't do it again. She looked at the house for the last time and there she saw him in one of the second floor windows. And a part of her felt like she was leaving him again. She repeated to herself she would be fine she would be safe at home. With that in mind she started driving.
Emma's eye caught the eye of something sitting in the passenger seat. She narrowed her eyes and turned on her inner light. She was her book. Clever boy she thought. She Now she had an excuse to see him again and that really made her happy.
She still smiling, distracted by the book, she hardly saw the shadow standing in the middle of the road. Was it a bear, a buffalo, a lion? She couldn't make out.
The princess was in one of her carriages heading to Beast's castle. She smirked at the sky and no one could stop her. Now she only had to enjoy her victory.
The 3 friends together with Doug and a Ben with a baby in his arms. The curse was already a fact and they should only reach the closet before the curse reached the castle. Guards of Auroria appeared in a corner of the corridors ready to attack them. They all started fighting.
_BEN takes the girl to the closet. We don't order, "Jafar Jay's son said as he continued to fight.
Ben just dropped his sword which rang when it hit the ground and ran out of the room.
The battle continued until one of the guards stabbed Doug and the boy fell into his own blood.
Evie ran to her boyfriend and held him in her arms.
_No please no_ said the blue hair with tears on her face.
The others also stood still and really stopped fighting. Everyone really hoped that no guard had attacked the young king and that Emma is already in the closet. Safe.
Carlos and Jay came out for sure there were more guards. They would both fight to the last.
Evie really didn't have any more strength. She hugged the hers of hers so tightly. In an act of faith and desperation she kissed him. Hoping the true love kiss would work out the way she once did. Nothing.
What a beautiful and sad image_
The girl shuddered when she heard that voice Audrey standing there with a leather outfit and a feather cape and most importantly the scepter in hand. Her gaze of hers had a disdain and hatred in her eyes _
_Where is the girl?_
_She is safe. She's gonna lose eventually you're gonna lose_ a hopeful tone came out of her mouth.
The curse broke the windows of the room. Everything began to be covered with a strange smoke.
"That remains to be seen," she said triumphantly as she raised her scepter victoriously.
Evie began to worry and still clinging to her boyfriend.
_WHERE TO ? where are you taking us? _
_ To a horrible place. Where the only happy ending is mine
Everything was covered turned into smoke.
Emma woke up with a horrible backache. She did not recognize where she was. Certainly this was her department.
Shit she was in the gate. But how did she end up here? The last thing she remembers is driving after leaving Henry again. And the guilt this time was much worse. He remembers that an animal got on his way.
A man in the cell continues to greet him with a wink and a cheeky smile. He was a tall haired man wearing a yellow wool hat and somewhat torn and worn clothes. Quite a bandit, Emma thought.
The gate was spoken but unfortunately it was not his
_ Okay Jay, someone posted your bail you can go. Next time I won't be so forgiving_
_Official if you want to see me again.An appointment would be more ideal_
The girl just rolled her eyes.
Emma waited for the boy to leave and finally spoke.
_Excuse me official, why am I here? _
Lonnie approached the girl and replied
_Driving under the influence of alcohol. I found her car deviating from the road_
_I got out of the way because an animal suddenly appeared_
_Which animal can I know? _
_It was a kind of wolf boar buffalo_
_ Leave it there Miss Thorne_
At that, a mayor stormed into the police department.
Sheriff Li. Henry has escaped again, we have to find him.
He saw Emma in the cell.
_What are you doing here?_
Before waiting for an answer, Audrey approached the cell.
"Harassment, do you have any idea where it is? Say it," she demanded.
Ma'am, I haven't seen him since I left her house _
"I wasn't in her room this morning," she said and Emma could hear the real concern in her voice.
"What about her friends?" Emma said. "Did you call them? _
He doesn't have any_
That was such a sad thing. Emma really remembered her.
All children have friends. What about your computer? Did you check? _
No and how do you know all this? _
_My job is to find people. Just give me a few minutes with the computer. I will have something
Audrey had to accept the help of this girl.
_Very good walking Miss Li Miss Thorne. Walking_
And without waiting she left the place marching.
Once in the boy's room, Emma already had all the information she needed. The boy had used a credit card for some internet purchases.
_Henry do you have a credit card? _
_ He is a boy. Don't be ridiculous. Not of course not, "said the woman somewhat shocked and irritated.
_Well I use one. Just a minute and I'll find out whose it is_
_Bad Bertha. Any idea who? _
_Her art teacher of hers _ she answered angrily.
_MISS LI MISS THORNE_
Upon arriving at school, Audrey walked furiously through the hallways. Emma just looked at her this woman really looked like a bitch. But she was really focused on finding Henry. Emma felt that she is this uptight and snobbish woman she was the same one who had raised and cared for Henry and she Emma would always be grateful to her.
They reached the living room and the mayor abruptly opened
_Profesora I need to speak with you. Right now_
A blonde woman with purple streaks was wearing jeans, black burgundy and a military-colored jacket.
_ I'm in a class, you can't interrupt me like this_
She didn't answer she just gestured at him. Then the woman announced.
_Go out to the patio for a moment. At 15 we resumed_group of children went to the patio.
Who does she think she is? To come and interrupt my class? _
_ Who am I? Look, lady, I don't have time for the complaints of a simple teacher_
_Henry has disappeared again and we have found information that he has used his card, do you know anything? _ She said to the bailiff.
My card?
_What is that book that everyone talks about? _
_Just a book of fairy tales, I just thought it would help Henry. He is such a special creative boy but he needs to stimulate himself_
Audrey had already heard enough bullshit for a day.
_ Sheriff we are leaving. We must find my son_Before crossing the door_Henry does not need to be filled with fantasies, what he needs is reality, facts and truth_
Audrey stormed out following Lonnie.
Mal just rolled his eyes and then looked at Emma.
_I guess Welcome to Storybrooke_ she said ironic and amused.
_You know the book was found by my roommate. I remember she said it would be perfect for Henry that she would give him the hope that only stories can give us. I just thought they would be a good escape. Sometimes Audey is tough on Henry, but her problems run much deeper than that. She is like so many adopted children: angry, confused. Wondering why someone could have ...
She stopped and realized who she was talking to. Emma had felt herself crying and was glad that Mary Margaret hadn't said it out loud. It was the crack in her armor, speaking of parents.
_I'm good. Old story_
_I do not judge you. Sometimes the real world is not easy and you feel trapped. A getaway doesn't hurt anyone. That's why I gave him the book_
It sounded sad and Emma realized that she was talking about herself.
Do you know where it is?_
_You should look at her castle _
From her VW, Emma could see Henry sitting on the second floor of a shoddy wooden structure with a single tower roof. He was cross-legged and was looking down. She reached for his book.
You must stop hiding. People worry, "she said as she sat down next to her.
_They do not do it_
_I have your book. You forgot it in my car_
_The final battle is about to begin. Or that is supposed_
_Niño listen you must leave this the stories are great but you live in the real world_
She didn't like how she sounded so tough so ... like Audrey. But if her life had taught him something, it was not to waste time on fantasy.
I know why you did it. Because you gave me up for adoption _
Emma felt a lump in her throat. The boy continued
_ You wanted to give me a better life. An opportunity_
Tears welled up in her eyes. This boy knew how to catch her. He wanted to hug him. He managed to ask.
_How do you know that?_
_Because that is the same reason why your parents King Ben and Lady Mal did it _
Emma looked at the book, the stories are an escape and a leap of hope. Mal had a point.
_We have to go to your house. This book is not real but I care about you and I want the best for you and I am glad to be part of your life again_
_Don't make me come home. Emma please. She is..._
_Henry I understand he may be somewhat strict but he loves you, he worries. You have a house. They abandoned me on the side of a road. I was in foster care when I was your age. The closest I've come to having what you have is three months here, three months there. And then they sent me back. You have something stable, something good. You're safe, Henry_
_But it was not on the route where I left the wardrobe _
She did not understand what she was referring to, she did not know which wardrobe he was talking about. Henry wasn't going to stop and Emma felt that crushing her beliefs so hard and rough was not the right thing to do. He would soon grow up and her head would be elsewhere. Maybe in girls or bands.
_Come on boy I'll take you home_ she held out her hand to him.
Emma saw Audrey run out of the door of her house, relieved to see her son. She picked him up at the car door and hugged him for a long time. Henry complied, but did not return the hug. Once again, he reminded Emma that although Audrey looked like a bitch and she surely was. She sincerely cares for Henry.
Henry ran into the house. The mayor saw it and Emma could feel the pain in her gaze.
_Thanks for finding it_
_Was nothing_
_ Has taken affection for you _
_ Did he tell you something crazy? Yesterday was my birthday and when I blew out the candle I wished one were alone and after that Henry appeared _
Audrey looked at her coldly.
_This is not an invitation to stay_
_Excuse me?_
_You left him 10 years ago. It's hard being a single mom and I don't need a stranger to give you unicorn and fairy ideas_
_I do not...
_During the last decade I was the one who changed her diaper, who took care of her fever and fulfilled all her whims. While you were doing who knows what. I may have given birth to him but he is my son Miss Thorne you asked for a closed adoption. You don't have any
legal right. Get out of Storybrooke. Because if she doesn't, I'll destroy her even if it's the last thing I do.
Emma was stunned. That feeling of wanting to stay appeared. But Audrey had a point. She turned around ready to leave but before that she asked him.
_Do you love it? Does she really love him? _
The woman looked surprised and then angry.
_Yes, I do_
Emma was driving down the main avenue. When she saw a hotel sign, a sudden certainty came over her: she knew she couldn't leave Henry. No again.
She stopped the car.
Inside she found a woman behind a desk She must be the receptionist.
_Hi good evening, do you like a room? _Yes please_
_Good tell me your name and how long it will stay_
Emma Thorne ..
_Emma beautiful very charming name _said an older man in a dark blue suit, tall. And then he went to the box. The woman who was notably terrified handed him an envelope.
_ Everything is here_
_Is I trusted you_
She turned to the blonde girl.
_I hope you enjoy your stay Miss Emma. We will see each other, I hope she _she left the room
_ Who was that guy? -
_The owner Me H_
_Of the hotel?_
_From town?_
_Here is the key. Breakfast is from 8 am to 11 am and I am demanding with the schedule_
Emma took the key
_Thanks a lot_
_Then how long is he going to stay_
_One week _
Long enough to make sure Henry was okay.
_Awosame. Welcome to Storybrooke _
Outside, the second hand on the clock tower began to move.