Emma felt sick, watching them smile and laugh and hug things out. It felt like a private moment that shouldn't have included her. They must've known she was near because Mulan started talking quietly and making motions with her hands. Lily nodded and hugged her again before teleporting her away. Lily stood up and dusted herself.

"Emma Swan! Come out, dear."

Emma sighed and stepped out of the bushes. "Before you get mad…" she said, stiffening when the dragon started marching towards her. She raised her hands as if to stop her but Lily grabbed her roughly and kissed her hard enough to make her see stars for a moment. "What, um... what was that for?"

"Because i love you. Because I don't care how long it takes, but we'll figure out how to do this and make this work. Do you hear me, Emma? I love you, more than anything."

"I-I...love you too, Lily."

Lily grinned and kissed her again, lifting her into the air for a minute. "I want you to be my happy ending, Emma. I don't care if we have to go through hell to make that happen, but I will. I'm not giving up on us."

Emma was nearly ready to burst into tears. She couldn't even speak, she was so happy. "I-I'm so sorry about-"

"Don't be sorry. About anything. Please."

Emma nodded. "I should really apologize to Mulan, I think."

"You can do that tomorrow at our double date."

"What?"

"Yeah! She's been dating someone in secret and I want to know who it is? Do you think it's Merida? They've been pretty chummy lately. I'm gonna figure this out, I swear." Lily said, firmly.

Emma smiled. "Think on it tomorrow. Tonight...do you think you could stay over at my place?"

Lily grinned again. "Hell yeah. I get to finally make you mine? A year is a long time you know."

Emma rolled her eyes as Lily picked her up and threw her over her shoulder. "I meant to sleep. Literally sleep. Not-"

"Too late." Lily teleported them into her bedroom and slammed her on the bed. She gingerly removed the locket around her neck and placed it on the bedside table and threw up a sound barrier. "You sure about this?" She wanted to confirm.

Emma pulled on top of her. "You're right. A year is a long time. Thanks for sticking with me through it."

"I'm the one who should be thanking you, Emma. I don't do that enough." They shared a shy smile before desire set in and any shyness, any talking, went out the window.

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All her life, she had not been wanted. She had been a burden that had been discarded by Cora and hated by her adoptive father. Wicked. She learned that word before she learned to say Mama, before she learned her own name. She was always wicked. "That wicked child." "That wicked daughter." "That wicked witch." After a while, she got used to it. People were going to call her that anyway, why not own the title? Why not make it hers? That's what Zelena had grown up with. That wickedness had spread to her heart and turned it black with envy and hatred and now...she was free of it. She was wanted. She was loved beyond measure. She had 3 beautiful boys to care for and teach and there was a powerful desire within her to ensure they didn't grow up the way she had.

Looking at her sleeping children now, Zelena couldn't help but smile. She wondered how someone as wicked as she could make something so bright and perfect? It was probably because of Belle. Not far away was their bed and in it, lay her precious bookworm. She gave the boys the once over again and climbed into bed. Belle jerked awake. "It's fine. Relax, dearie." Belle sighed and opened her arms. Zelena fell into them with a smile, loving the feeling of her body entangled with her lover's. Belle was not a fighter. In fact, she even hated confrontations. But Zelena had never felt safer than when she was with her favorite brunette. Belle was protective and fun loving and free and such a sweetheart. She made everything Zelena had ever gone through...worth it.

"Ow, Zelena. My hand." Belle said softly. Zelena lifted herself slightly so she could readjust her arm until she was firmly clasping the witch's butt. "Mmh, better."

Zelena laughed softly and kissed her cheek. "You are silly."

Belle peeked out of one eye. "And you need to rest. There is nothing that could happen to our children. They are safe and sound in our den. No one can come here without getting past the barrier and even if they do, Ruby has a dozen traps set up just in case."

"I know, but...I want to do this right. I want them to be okay and-"

"Ssshhhh. You worry too much." Belle put a finger over her lips. "Calm that raging brain of yours."

"Belle-"

Belle tenderly kissed her lips and gave her a pointed look. "Sleep, my witch. We can talk when the children have awoken us promptly at 6 in the morning."

Zelena smiled. "Okay." She sighed and cuddled up even closer to the former librarian.

"Good witch." Belle purred sleepily.

Zelena purred at her words. "I love you, Miss French."

"I love you too, Miss West."

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The dinner was all set up. Lily was waiting anxiously for Mulan and her date to show up. Emma just snacked on their appetizer of cheese fries. "Why are you so worked up?"

"Because Mulan's my best friend and she's dated this person for the past 3 months without a word. I didn't even notice." Lily replied. "Just a little concerned about why they want to keep it a secret."

"Things don't ever stay a secret for long in Storybrooke." Emma reasoned, glancing around at the other patrons of the diner. The bell above the door rang as someone came in. It was Mulan, dressed casually in jeans and a long sleeved red shirt. She sat down across from them.

"My date is running a little late. You guys order?"

"Mulan, we don't care about food." Lily said. "Who's your boyfriend?"

Maleficent suddenly appeared in the seat next to Mulan, a smirk playing on her lips. "I think you mean girlfriend."

"No...way." Emma grinned. Lily stammered for about a minute, but Mal stopped her by putting a finger to her lips.

"I know this must be a shock, Lilith. I met Mulan soon after waking up from my hibernation. I was in heat just as you were and let's just say the dragon gets what the dragon wants." She looked over at Mulan, who was smiling and blushing girlishly. "I hope this doesn't bother you. I have no intention of letting this one slip through my claws."

"Why didn't you guys tell me?" Lily asked.

"We weren't sure how you would take it." Mulan replied. "And your mother loves to flirt with the line of not getting caught." Mal grinned and kissed the warrior's temple.

"Weren't sure?" Lily said. "This is awesome. I'm glad you two are happy." She looked at her mother. "This is the one you've been lending your sexual services to?"

"Indeed. She's rather delightful." She looked at Emma. "You have nothing to worry about Mulan trying to steal Lily from you. Believe me, she's well taken care of and I am glad my daughter has you. I'm not sure if anyone has told you this enough, Miss Swan, but you are a good person and a good woman with a strong heart. You make me feel even more pride in my daughter knowing that she has chosen such a woman to be her mate." Emma blushed deeply from the elder dragon's words. "I'm happy for you both."

"We're happy for you too, Maleficent." Emma said. "You and Mulan. I think you guys make a cute couple."

A genuine smile touched Mal's lips when she looked at Mulan again, her cheeks turning a light shade of red as the warrior leaned her head against her shoulder. It was a sight to see, the Mistress of All Evil blushing. It was so cute and so out of character for her.

"Enough about us." Mulan said. "How about we order some food and eat? Huh?"

"I agree." Lily added, signalling a waitress.

"By the way…" The warrior looked at Maleficent. "I'm pregnant."

Maleficent stared at her. "What?"

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A/N: Short and sweet. RedQueen in next chapter.