A/N: As usual, there was too much going on for just one part, lol. Enjoy, you guys! :)
Emma was humming as she took her light pink dress from the closet. As she was taking it off the hanger, she heard Killian's voice behind her.
"You know that's my favorite dress of yours, darling," he told her before he wrapped his arms around her.
Emma turned in his arms so that she could face him. She offered him a smile as she spoke, "I know. It happens to be one of my favorites, too."
He smiled back at her before she continued, "That's why I knew I had to bring it on our anniversary weekend."
Killian kissed her sweetly before he asked her, "Shall I take your bags, love?"
"You can take that one," she began as she motioned to a small duffle bag, "I still have a few things to put in this one, and David is bringing me Mary Margaret's steamer."
Killian nodded before he grabbed Emma's bag and headed out of their room.
Emma then continued packing. She folded her dress and placed it, as well as the hanger, in her suitcase. She then packed her pajamas, one of Killian's sweatshirts, and an extra blanket.
Unfortunately, Emma could see that the suitcase wouldn't quite close with the blanket. She couldn't help but sigh as she began rearranging her stuff.
Just then, she heard a knock on the open bedroom door. She turned to see her brother.
"Hey, Emma," David greeted with a smile. He then walked into the room and handed her the steamer before he spoke, "And here's this."
"Thanks for bringing it, David," Emma began. At his nod, she continued, "And make sure to thank Mary Margaret."
"Will do," David spoke. He then asked, "Is Liam ready to go?"
"He has his bag packed, but he's determined to try to figure out what's wrong with his truck," Emma began.
David then supplied, "Yeah, I saw him under the hood. I think that Killian was trying to convince him that a mechanic needs to look at it."
The blonde rolled her eyes before she continued, "We've told Liam that we'll take his truck to the shop after we get back from Vermont, but he's stubborn, and he doesn't like waiting."
Emma then saw her brother grin, and she sighed before she told him, "I know. He gets it from me."
"One of the few ways he doesn't take after Killian," David added as his grin grew.
Emma only shook her head in response. She then took a breath and spoke, "Thanks for letting Liam stay with you guys this weekend. I know he's 17, and he's responsible, but Killian and I still worry about him."
David nodded before he conceded, "I don't think parents ever stop worrying, but I see why you two would want someone to check in on him." Emma smiled before her brother continued, "And thankfully, Liam likes the idea of hanging out with his aunt and uncle."
"And his little nephew," Emma began with a smile. She then observed, "I bet that Leo is looking forward to spending some time with Grandma and Grandpa."
"Yeah, he is," David conceded, but his voice was far away.
Emma furrowed her eyebrows in confusion for a few moments. It then dawned on her, and she perceived, "You're still worried about Evie dating Alex."
David sighed before he admitted, "I guess I am. I know they've known each other a while, and they're taking things slow, but I just can't help it after everything she went through with Chase."
"I get it. When Nathan and Anna Elizabeth broke up, she went through a real heartbreak. And don't even get me started on Ricky. It killed me to see her in pain," Emma began. She then took a breath and continued, "But then she met Calin - the one who she was meant to be with. Everything worked out for the best, and I believe that's where Evie and Alex are at."
David processed his sister's words before he conceded, "I know you're right. Neither Evie or Alex would risk going into a relationship unless they saw a real future - they have their kids to think about."
The blonde smiled and nodded before she told him, "I knew you'd come around - you just have to realize that Evie isn't a little girl. She can take care of herself."
David couldn't help but grin as he told her, "Now you sound like Mary Margaret."
Emma grinned back as she replied, "Well, we both married guys who tend to be on the overprotective side."
Though he knew it was true, he couldn't help but chuckle. He then told her, "I should let you finish packing."
She nodded before a thought occurred to her, "Kimberly isn't going to stay with you guys while Evie and Alex are on their date?"
"Uh, no. She's spending the weekend with her grandmother," David explained. He then paused and continued, "I really should get going."
Emma nodded once more before her brother smiled and spoke, "I hope you and Killian have a great weekend. Happy anniversary."
"Thanks, David," she spoke with a smile. He nodded before he headed out of the room to go find his nephew.
Emma then went back to packing. She finishing rearranging the suitcase to where everything - including the steamer - would fit.
Just as she had zipped her suitcase, Killian came back in the room and spoke, "Well, Swan, David and Liam are off. The lad had finally gotten frustrated enough with his truck that he decided to leave it alone."
The blonde shook her head before she spoke, "He really is as stubborn as I am, isn't he?"
"Oh, I don't know about that, love," Killian began. He then grinned and teased, "You're much, much worse."
Emma rolled her eyes before she swatted her husband's arm. He feigned being hurt before he spoke, "That's no way to start our anniversary, Swan," with as much seriousness as he could muster.
Emma rolled her eyes and shook her head at him. She then told him, "You are so incorrigible."
"Perhaps, love, but you married me twenty years ago," Killian pointed out with a smug grin.
"Huh. I did, didn't I?" the blonde teasingly began. She then wrapped her arms around Killian's neck and sincerely continued, "And they have been the most amazing years. I'm really looking forward to this weekend - I'm really glad that you set all this up for us."
Killian rested his hands on her waist before he kissed her forehead. He then smiled and told her, "Well, I knew that a romantic getaway at a lovely lakeside cabin would the perfect way to celebrate all the years we've had together."
Emma smiled at him brightly before she cupped his cheek with one of her hands. She then lovingly kissed him; he wound one of his hands in her hair before he tilted his head to deepen the kiss.
The became lost in the moment in the moment before slowly pulling away, resting their foreheads together.
After a few moments of comfortable silence, Killian pulled back and spoke, "We better get going, Swan."
Emma nodded in response before pulling away from her husband. He grabbed her suitcase, and she grabbed her crossbody bag before the two of were out the door.
When Killian and Emma were both in the truck, he popped a CD in the player.
She looked at him curiously before she heard the familiar tune of "Have I Told You Lately That I Love You."
Emma smiled brightly as Killian told her, "I thought that our wedding CD was fitting for our little road trip."
"It's perfect," Emma conceded before kissing him on the cheek. He smiled at her before he began heading toward the town line.
It wasn't long before they were on the interstate en route to Vermont. Killian was continuously singing along to the CD while Emma was simply listening to him.
When the song had changed to Bryan Adams, the blonde found herself chuckling as a memory came to mind.
Killian cast a curious glance in her direction before he commented, "I fail to realize what is so funny about our wedding song, love," confusion in his tone.
"It's not that," Emma assured him. She then clarified, "I was thinking about the night we put away Liam and Elsa's stuff shortly after their funeral. You were scared about raising Anna Elizabeth, and you asked me to help you with her."
Killian nodded before he reminisced, "Ah, yes, I seem to remember you saying something about you didn't think the future Mrs. Jones wouldn't be too happy with our arrangement, but I was pretty positive there wouldn't be one."
Emma nodded before she grinned and added, "And that I didn't think anyone would put up with the constant Bryan Adams concert."
She then laughed at that and Killian soon joined her. When they had sobered, he spoke, "Unless she was already my best friend," as he offered her a smile.
"Yeah, well, I happen to like your singing," Emma spoke as she smiled back. She then paused and continued, "You were my best friend, too. And you still are."
"As are you, my love," Killian responded with a smile. Emma smiled back before she took hold of his free hand which was resting on the console. She entwined their fingers before he resumed singing.
Just then, Emma's phone rang. She took it out of her bag and smiled at her daughter's caller ID.
She answered and greeted, "Hey, kid."
"Hey, Mom. Have you and Dad left yet?" Anna Elizabeth replied.
"Yeah. We're on the interstate," Emma told her. She then asked, "What's up?"
"I know you and Dad's anniversary isn't until tomorrow, but I thought I'd go ahead and wish you guys a happy anniversary," Anna Elizabeth said.
The blonde smiled before she told her daughter, "Thanks, Anna Elizabeth."
"Sure, Mom," she began. She then paused and continued, "Calin wishes you guys a happy anniversary, too. He would tell you himself, but he's giving Elsa a bottle."
"Tell him thank you for us," Emma spoke. Anna Elizabeth responded, "I will."
The curly blonde paused before she said, "I should get going. I'll see you and Dad when you guys get back."
"Okay. Talk to you later, kid," Emma said. She then added, "Give Elsa a kiss from Grandma and Grandpa."
"Will do. Talk to you later, Mom. Bye." "Bye, kid."
When Emma had hung up the phone, she told Killian, "Anna Elizabeth and Calin wish us a happy anniversary."
"So I gathered. That was thoughtful of them," he surmised. Emma smiled and nodded in response.
She then let out a sigh, and Killian asked, "Something on your mind, love?"
"It's just that it still seems surreal that we've been married for 20 years. It seems like just yesterday that we were unpacking my things after we got back from our honeymoon," Emma told him.
Killian nodded before he added, "And then we were planning our wedding a few months before. I think perhaps the most stressful part was coming up with the vows."
Emma couldn't help but scoff before she pointed out, "I remember you were freaking out a bit, but I didn't understand why. I still don't actually. You are, like, this super suave, uber romantic guy. I mean, you came up with your proposal speech on the spot. And it's still one of the sweetest things you've ever said to me."
"Well, Swan, I don't think I can take all of the credit. You're the one I'm in love with," Killian pointed out to her with a smile.
Emma smiled back as she squeezed his hand. She then spoke, "Then we both ended up with amazing people."
"That we did, love," Killian agreed. He then said, "And we also have two amazing children. I know it hasn't always been easy for me to watch them grow up, but seeing Anna Elizabeth with a family of her own and with Liam graduating next year, I can't help but be so proud of them."
The blonde squeezed his hand once more as she conceded, "I am, too." She then observed, "We weren't perfect parents, but we did really good with them."
Killian smiled as he spoke, "Aye, love. They're a wonderful lass and lad." He paused before he continued, "And we've also managed to make sure that we are important. This weekend is about celebrating all of the amazing moments throughout the years we've been together."
Emma leaned over to kiss his cheek before she smiled and told him, "And we'll make even more amazing memories."
"I look forward to it," he told her as his smile grew. He then let go of her hand and quickly raised the console to reveal the middle seat.
Emma looked at him curiously before she asked, "What are you doing?" with confusion in her tone.
"Well, darling, I thought I'd much rather hold you instead of just your hand," he answered with a grin. She grinned back before she scooted over.
Killian then wrapped one arm around her while his other one was securely on the steering wheel. Emma smirked as she teased, "You're lucky I trust your driving with only one hand."
He simply rolled his eyes and shook his head in response. She only giggled before they both continued listening to the music.
A few hours later, Emma and Killian were settled in the lakeside cabin. They had checked in, unpacked, and gotten a few groceries.
They were both relaxing on the couch with the only sound being the lull of the TV.
Killian was lazily running his fingers through Emma's blonde hair when he stated, "You know, Swan, we do have use of a private dock and a small boat."
She smiled as she looked up at him and asked, "And what did you have in mind?" He smiled back as he suggested, "A lovely boat ride across the lake."
Emma's smile grew as she told him, "That sounds great. Let's go."
He nodded before they both got up off the couch. They entwined their fingers before they both headed toward the lake.
When they arrived a few minutes later, Killian stepped in the boat and sat down before reaching out for Emma. She grabbed his outstretched hand and carefully maneuvered herself to sit down across from him.
Killian then grabbed an oar and began rowing out on the lake. Emma couldn't help but grin and giggle, making him question, "What is it, love?"
"It's sort of old fashioned, don't you think? Using oars to steer this thing?"
He couldn't help chuckle at her words. He then explained, "Well, the couple who rents out this cabin have been married for over 50 years."
Emma looked thoughtful for a few moments before she conceded, "You do have a point." She then smiled and added, "I like it though. It's so beautiful out here - not to mention peaceful," as she looked around the surroundings.
"Aye, Swan, the view is quite stunning," Killian told her. When she looked back at him, he was staring at her. She smiled at him in response.
The dark-haired man then continued, "It is rather lovely out here. Not only it is perfect for a spot to spend our anniversary, but it's also perfect to just get away from everything."
Emma nodded her agreement before she elaborated, "It's less stressful than when Anna Elizabeth and Liam were little, but being one of the only two law enforcement officers in town is exhausting."
Killian chuckled at that before he added, "As is being the only company in town that works on houses." He paused before he reflected, "But it's served us well all these years."
"Yeah, it has. I wouldn't want to change a thing," Emma spoke with a smile. He smiled back before he told her, "Neither would I."
The two of them then settled into comfortable silence, just taking in the scenery around them and enjoying the company.
Emma then saw something swimming by. She leaned slightly over the boat to see what it was, and she couldn't help but smile when she realized that it was turtles.
Her green eyes widened when her locket slipped off her neck and into the water. She gasped before she quickly reached out to grab it, falling out of the boat in the process.
"Emma!" Killian worriedly shouted. He scrambled to grab her arm, her hand, anything, in order to help her.
She came up for air a moment later, tossing her necklace in the boat and taking hold of her husband's hand. She took several deep breaths before Killian asked her, "Are you alright, my love?"
Emma simply nodded before Killian began helping her inside the boat. Unfortunately, there was too much weight leaning against the side, and he tumbled into the water as well.
He was coughing as he came up, and he soon felt a pair of a hands cupping his cheeks. He then heard his wife's voice, "Are you alright, Killian?"
His blue eyes fluttered open before he answered, "Aye, love, I'm fine."
She nodded in response. A moment later, she chuckled before she joked, "That went just swimmingly, didn't it?"
Killian laughed at that before he conceded, "That it did, Swan." He then suggested, "Perhaps I should should climb in first before you follow - I'll only offer assistance if necessary."
"While I appreciate your help earlier, I think that might be wise," Emma told him. He nodded in response.
He then started climbing in the boat. It took a bit of fancy maneuvering, but he managed to get in. The blonde then did the same - she hoisted herself over the side of the boat before pulling herself up the rest of the way. She struggled a bit, and Killian took hold of her legs to help her finish getting in.
When she was settled, Emma spoke, "That was an interesting way to start our anniversary."
"Well, love, we've never exactly struggled with being mundane," Killian pointed out with a grin. She couldn't help but chuckle before she grinned back in response.
She then saw something out of the corner of her eye. She turned to look in that direction, tilting her head as she did so.
"What is it, Swan?" Killian asked.
Emma smiled as she answered, "It's a waterfall," before motioning with one of her hands. She then commented, "It's such an amazing sight."
"It truly is," Killian agreed as he fixed his gaze on the flowing water. He then turned back to his wife and asked, "Shall we get a better look?"
She smiled as she teasingly began, "Despite the fact that we are soaking wet and dripping water everywhere," pausing to take in her husband's head shake, "I think we should go check it out."
With a smile, Killian replied, "I was hoping you'd say that, Swan." He then took off, rowing down the nearby branch and to the waterfall.
When they arrived, she smiled once more - brightly this time - as she said, "It's even more beautiful up close."
"It is quite magnificent," Killian conceded. He and Emma then proceeded to sit in comfortable silence as they took in the view before them.
Several minutes later, a thought crossed Emma's mind, and she asked her husband, "You knew about this place, didn't you?"
He couldn't help but smile as he answered, "Guilty as charged, love. I really wanted to take you to this beautiful spot - that's where we were headed anyway."
Emma smiled at him as she spoke, "Well, thank you. I really do love it." Killian's smile brightened before he leaned over and planted a sweet kiss on her forehead.
She then carefully began maneuvering closer to him; he quickly understood and began carefully moving as well. Both of them ensured that their weight was balanced within the boat before Emma rested her head on Killian's shoulder, and he wrapped his arm around her waist.
They settled into comfortable silence once more, with the only sound being that of the flowing water. The moment was as beautiful as the scenery around them.
Killian then felt his wife shiver against him. He ran his fingers through her hair before he suggested, "You know, love, there's a fireplace in our cabin. How about we head on back, change into some dry clothes, and I'll fix us something warm to drink?"
She turned her head to look up at him before she smiled and spoke, "That sounds amazing." He smiled and nodded in response.
The two of them then cautiously settled on the opposite sides of the boat before Killian began rowing them back to the cabin, but not without stealing one last look at the waterfall.
When they had made their way back on the lake, Emma asked him, "You do know the way back to the cabin, don't you?"
He put a hand to his heart as he mocked offence, "You wound me greatly, Swan." She rolled her eyes before he pointed out, "I've been on the water for most of my life, love. I believe I can navigate a lake."
"Sure you can, Captain," Emma replied with a teasing lilt to her voice. Killian rolled his eyes in response while his wife simply giggled.
The dark-haired man then proceeded to tease her: "If I do end up lost, it's more than likely your fault. You've always been so bloody distracting."
Emma grinned as she told him, "I would have thought that a distinguished seafaring man such as yourself would be able to handle distractions."
She then leaned over and pushed a piece of wet black hair from Killian's forehead. He closed the distance between them and planted a sweet kiss on her lips. She smiled into the kiss before she kissed him back.
Killian wound his fingers in her damp locks while Emma cupped his face with her hands. The kiss held all of the love that they shared, as well as the passion that was still just as strong as it was 20 years ago.
Just then, the kiss was abruptly stopped when the boat hit a log with a thud. Emma was propelled forward, and she fell against Killian; the impact caused him to fall backwards in the boat.
Emma rested her head against Killian's chest as they both began laughing. When they had sobered, she looked him and spoke, "I guess we're both just distractions, aren't we?"
"It would appear so, love," Killian conceded as he ran his hand up and down her arm.
She smiled at him before she kissed him softly. She then maneuvered herself off of him, and they both sat up.
Emma then told him, "Alright, Jones, you promised me a fireplace. Let's get going," with a smirk playing across her features.
Killian only shook his head in response. He then spoke, "You know, Swan, I think I may have just rubbed off on you. And I don't know that it's a good thing."
She raised an eyebrow before she teased, "Sometimes, I think you could use a taste of your own medicine."
He rolled his eyes at her, but he couldn't help the chuckle that came out a moment later. He then told her, "I really do love every part of you."
Emma smiled genuinely as she replied, "And I love you, Killian. So much."
He smiled back at her before he leaned over and planted a sweet kiss on her cheek. He then continued bringing them to the cabin.
A little while later, Emma was sitting cross-legged on the blankets and pillows she and Killian had spread down in front of the fireplace. She had just placed the fire poker aside when she had finished tending the fire.
Killian then sat down beside her and handed her a mug of hot chocolate before he spoke, "Here you go, love." He then planted a kiss on her cheek.
"Thanks, Killian," she replied with smile. She then took a hearty sip of cocoa. She sighed contentedly as the drink warmed her insides.
Killian couldn't help but smile as he said, "Warm enough now, Swan?" She simply nodded as she continued drinking the hot chocolate.
His smile then grew teasing as he tugged at the hem of the sweatshirt she was wearing and joked, "I would imagine that my sweatshirt is rather warm."
Emma grinned before she pointed out, "It's technically yours, but I think we both know I pretty much claimed it a long time ago."
Killian couldn't help but chuckle at that. He then conceded, "I can't argue with that, love." The blonde giggled in response.
She then took another sip of cocoa before she placed it on the brick hearth surrounding the fireplace. She then proceeded to lean against her husband's shoulder.
He smiled before he placed his drink aside as well; he then pulled her against her chest. She smiled as well as she snuggled closer to him.
Comfortable silence ensued as Killian ran one hand through Emma's hair. She was running her fingers along his arm that was wrapped around her waist.
Killian placed a soft kiss in Emma's hair before he spoke, "You know, love, this reminds me of something."
"What?" she asked without moving from her immensely relaxed position.
"Anna Elizabeth was around 5 or 6, and a bloody awful thunderstorm came through in the dead of winter. It knocked out power all over town, and Anna Elizabeth was dreadfully frightened, more so than usual. She was just sobbing and whimpering and shaking. We were all huddled up on the couch - a hoard of blankets surrounding us - and it took a combination of storytelling and singing to calm her down."
Emma smiled fondly at the memory before she spoke, "I remember that. I was so relieved when she finally fell asleep - I hated that she was so scared."
Killian nodded before he said, "Aye, love. She was such a peaceful little lass." He then became reflective and added, "For two people who were still sort-of new to co-parenting all the time, we were able to comfort her."
"Well, we've always made a good team," Emma began with a smile. She then sighed and continued, "I sometimes still can't believe I ended up here. Is that weird after all this time?" looking up at him on that last part.
He shook his head and squeezed her hand before he assured her, "No, darling, it isn't. I know we've been together 20 years, but that doesn't change the fact that this is the last place we saw ourselves."
He then smiled and continued, "Nor does it make it any less amazing. We really are lucky to have each other."
"Yeah, we are," Emma agreed with a smile. She then leaned up to kiss him softly - he cupped her cheek as he happily returned it.
When they pulled away, the blonde curiously asked, "Just for fun, what do you think you'd be doing if we weren't together?"
He looked as though he had to think about it before he answered, "Well, I'd suppose everything would be mostly the same except that I'd probably fish a lot and read a lot more to compensate for Anna Elizabeth being gone."
"You'd be lonely," Emma perceived. He simply nodded before she continued, "I don't think I would have stayed in Boston either way - I'd miss my family too much. And I probably never would have found my birth parents."
Killian looked thoughtful for a moment before he added, "We'd probably still be best friends…" trailing off.
"But it's not the same, is it?" Emma supplied.
"No, it wouldn't be," he agreed. He then took a deep breath before he sincerely told her, "Hearing you tell me you love me is still one of the greatest moments of my life. And it always will be. I wouldn't want to live in a world where you are not my wife, the love of my life."
The blonde couldn't help but wipe a lone tear from her cheek before she smiled brightly and told him, "I wouldn't want to change my life - our life - even if I could. Though realizing my feelings - and saying them out loud - scared the hell out of me, I would do it all over again."
Killian returned her smile before he kissed her passionately. She smiled into the kiss before she ran her fingers through his dark hair as he settled his hand at the base of her neck.
The moment was broken when Emma yawned. Killian pulled away from her and grumbled, "That isn't exactly encouraging, Swan."
She couldn't help but giggle before she assured him, "It has nothing to do with you." She then paused and spoke, "I'm just tired from the trip."
Killian rested his forehead against hers before he told her, "It's alright, darling." He then kissed her forehead.
She smiled at him in response. She then turned slightly in his arms and rested back against his chest. He wrapped both arms around her and rested his head on her one of her shoulders.
Emma then reached up to absentmindedly play with her locket - as she often did - when she realized it wasn't there. She sighed sadly and ran both hands through her hair.
"What's the matter, love?" Killian asked, the concern in his tone clear.
"Yeah, it's just that the chain to my locket is broken. I've known for a few months that I needed a new chain, but I didn't think it'd just fall off," she lamented.
Killian tightened his arms around her before he spoke, "I know, Swan. But I think it'll be alright."
Emma sighed once more before she conceded, "I guess so. I'll just get a new chain when we get back."
"Sounds good," he simply responded in a way that seemed as though he knew something she didn't.
She furrowed her brows in confusion for a few moments before it dawned on her. She then slowly asked him, "Did you get me a chain for our anniversary?"
He started scratching behind his ear as he nervously answered, "Uh, what would give you that idea, Swan?"
Emma grinned as she pointed out, "That isn't an answer." Her expression and mood then sombered as she had a realization: "Oh, Killian, I ruined the surprise, didn't I? I'm so sorry - are you mad at me?"
"I could never be mad at you, Emma," he sincerely assured her as he ran his hands up and down her arms. He then smiled and continued, "Besides, that isn't the only thing I got you."
She smiled back at him as she spoke, "That's good to know." She then kissed his cheek before settling back against his chest, still smiling.
Her smile turned to one of contentment as she felt his strong arms wrap tighter around her. She then asked him, "Will you sing to me, Killian?"
"You know I will, darling," he began as he squeezed her hand. He then asked her, "What song would you like to hear?"
Emma looked thoughtful for a few moments before she told him, "How about "I Don't Want to Miss a Thing?""
"Ah, the only Aerosmith song that you like," Killian teasingly began. The blonde couldn't help roll her eyes before he sweetly continued, "It is a rather romantic song. And it reminds me of you."
She smiled at his words before he leaned down to kiss her cheek. He lifted his head back up and began to sing.
"I could stay awake just to hear you breathing. Watch you smile while you are sleeping, while you're far away and dreaming. I could spend my life in this sweet surrender. I could stay lost in this moment forever. Every moment spent with you is a moment I treasure.
"Don't want to close my eyes, I don't want to fall asleep. 'Cause I'd miss you, baby, and I don't want to miss a thing. Even when I dream of you, the sweetest dream will never do. I'd still miss you, baby, and I don't want to miss a thing."
He trailed off when he felt Emma slump in his arms. He peered down to see that she had fallen asleep. He couldn't help but smile at the sight.
He then continued to hum softly as he gently stroked her hair. She never even moved as she was so incredibly peaceful.
As Killian watched her sleep, he couldn't help admire his wife. Not only was she breathtakingly beautiful, but she was generous, funny, kind hearted, stubborn, and strong. She was also an amazing mother, sister, daughter, and friend.
And perhaps best of all, she loved him just as much as he loved her. She was still his best friend and that wasn't about to change anytime soon.
He kissed her head before he whispered, "You are everything to me, Emma."
He then saw a smile make its way on her face, and he didn't know if she heard him or if she was dreaming. Nonetheless, it brought a smile to his face as well.
He held her tightly in his arms until his arms began to go limp as he began falling asleep. His head was soon lolling to the side as he was out.
Killian's arms were still loosely wrapped around Emma, and one of her hands was grasping his. Her head was resting on his chest over his heart.
They were both resting peacefully in the love that had held them together all of these years. It was a beautiful start to a celebration of a happy 20 year marriage, and the celebration was just beginning.
End A/N: Hey, y'all! I hope you guys enjoyed the first part of "Just the Two of Us." I myself thought it was lovely :)
I wanted to let y'all know that I'll be starting school back soon, so I won't have as much time to write. I know I'm pretty slow with updates as it is, and I hope you guys can just be patient with me. I do have a lot more stories to tell. Until next time, my lovelies :)