Week Four:

Emma-

Avoiding Regina was proving to be harder than Emma had thought. Sharing a room, for one, made it some Emma saw Regina at all the time. Regina had been trying to talk to Emma since the elimination, but Emma didn't want to hear it. At this point, Emma wasn't even sure why she was angry at her friend anymore, but the thought of Mulan's lips on Regina's made the blonde's blood boil.

"Emma, come on you have to talk to me at some point." Regina tried as the girls were getting ready for bed. "Please."

Emma simply pushed past the brunette and headed into the bathroom. She heard Regina sigh before crawling into her bed. Maybe she was being stubborn, but she wasn't ready to admit why that kiss upset her so much.

The next day, the girls had to be up by 6:00 to head to an unknown destination. They arrived at an old dance studio where they were told their next challenge would be. The studio was owned by world renowned dancer, Abigail Midas.

"Today, I will be testing to see who can reenact a dance I teach you. Whoever I think does the best will win a really awesome prize for you and a friend." Abigail explained.

Emma internally groaned. She was a decent dancer after a few drinks, but sober she had little rhythm. She knew Regina had done ballet since she was eight years old. If they were talking, Emma would ask Regina for help, but they weren't, so Emma decided to wing the whole thing.

Abigail started with teaching them some basic moves. It wasn't anything too complicated, but Emma knew it was only the beginning. Sure enough, the steps got more complicated. Emma was worried she wouldn't even remember the whole dance. It seemed really unlikely that she would do well in this challenge.

"Alright, time for the real challenge." Abigail said after they'd been working for hours. "You're going to go one by one and show me what you got. Mary Margaret, you're up."

Emma watched as each girl completed the dance. Most managed to at least get all the steps in. Some, like Ursula, really struggled. Regina did perfect, no surprised. Emma was the last girl to be called up. Her nerves were getting the best of her.

Emma took a deep breath and listened to the music. She found the beat and went into the dance. She fumbled a little in the middle, but for the most part she remembered the steps. She knew she had done better than some of the others.

"I'm proud of all of your hard work." Abigail smiled at them. "You guys tried really hard today, some of you really stood out. Unfortunately, I can only pick one winner. That girl is...Regina."

The others clapped. Emma couldn't deny that Regina deserved to win this challenge. She had really shown off her talent, and she never once stumbled. It would have been wrong for her not to win.

"Okay, Regina, your prize is a night at Triton's Temple! The best spa in town. You'll get a whole package and a night in a 5 star hotel. You get to choose one friend to accompany you, who will it be?" Abigail asked.

"Emma." Regina said without hesitation. "I chose Emma."

As happy as Emma was to go spend a night at a luxurious spa, she didn't want to deal with Regina. She knew if they were stuck in a room, they'd have to talk. But it wasn't like she could say no to going either. This would be interesting.

Emma and Regina were dropped off at Triton's Temple as soon as they had packed their things. Emma had still managed to avoid talking to Regina, but she knew their time here would force a conversation. As much as Emma really hated to admit it, she missed Regina.

"So, what do you want to first?" Regina asked the blonde as she sat on the queen sized bed in their hotel room. "Facials? Mani-pedis? Massages? We could go to the jacuzzi."

"It's your prize." Emma replied with a shrug. "You chose what we do."

"Come on, Emma." Regina pouted. "You won't even tell me why you're so upset. How can I make it better if you won't talk to me?"

"I don't know why I'm so upset." Emma admitted. "I just, I didn't like seeing you kiss Mulan."

"It was just a stupid dare, Emma." Regina tried to reassure her. "It didn't mean anything to me. I swear.'

"I know." Emma sighed. "I feel like an idiot for being such a stubborn princess the past few days, I just...I don't know, it stung to see it I guess."

"Well, I don't plan on kissing Mulan again, and I'm sorry it made you upset. I didn't mean to hurt you." Regina apologized. "Can I be forgiven? I miss you."

"Yeah, you're forgiven." Emma smiled. "Now, about those massages?"

Emma was glad they were on good terms again. She had over reacted, and she knew it was a bit unfair. She was going to make it up to Regina by giving her a great time at the spa. Regina deserved to enjoy her prize. She worked hard for it, and Emma was glad she got to share the experience with her.

"We're going to be friends still when this competition is over, right?" Regina asked later as they lounged in the jacuzzi. Emma had been trying not to stare at Regina in her bikini, and the question through her off.

"You want to be my friend in the real world?" Emma asked. It was meant to sound like a joke, but the seriousness in Emma's voice gave her away.

"Of course I do!" Regina assured quickly. "Emma, you are a wonderful person, and this whole competition would suck without you. People always say they don't come to Top Model to make friends, but I'm glad I did."

"I'm glad too." Emma smiled. "Fine, I guess we can stay friends."

Regina playfully splashed water at the blonde. Emma let out a girly giggled as she pushed a wave of water back at Regina. Emma couldn't remember a time when she felt this relaxed or this happy. She knew the competition was far from over, but having Regina by her side made her feel at ease.

*EMMA CONFESSIONAL*

"I am relieved that Regina and I made up. This spa trip is exactly what we needed to get our friendship back on track. I feel bad for ignoring her for so long when she really didn't do anything wrong. Deep down, I know why I was so upset. I have no right to be jealous, Regina and I are just friends, but I hate the thought of her kissing anyone but me. I won't ruin our friendship by telling her how I feel. We're in a competition, and the last thing she needs is for me to distract her. Maybe there's hope for us when this is over, but I doubt it. People like me don't end up with people like her. We just don't."

Regina-

After returning from their trip to the spa, Regina felt like a whole new person. She was refreshed, and now that her and Emma were back on track, she was ready to show these girls what she had. There was no way Regina was going to let anyone but her and Emma make it to the finals. If Regina was going to lose this competition to anyone, she would want it to be Emma.

Emma and Regina were practicing their runways walks after they got back. Regina had been helping Emma with her walk, and the blonde had shown huge improvements. Regina was proud at how far her friend had come. They were on the runway when the Tyra mail came.

Think you can work it? Be ready at 6:15 AM -Fierce and Love, Tyra

Regina had a feeling that this photo shoot was going to be something extra creative. Seeing what people could come up with was her favorite part of the shoots. It was amazing how many unique things the creators could think of. It was inspiring.

The girls all managed to be ready on a time, a miracle honestly. Regina didn't understand why these girls waited until the very last minute to drag themselves out of bed. She hated feeling rushed around. She and Emma were always the first two up and ready to go.

"This is going to be a long day." Mal complained when they got to set.

Regina rolled her eyes. She chose to ignore her roommate. Mal's negativity could not get in her head before a shoot. She needed to stay focused. If Mal wanted to act like the dragon lady she could do it all on her own.

"Okay guys, I know it's early, but we have an exciting day ahead of us!" Jay smiled at them. "I'm going to start by introducing you to your photographer, they are going to explain the shoot instead of me today because they created the idea themselves!"

The girls were confused at first. Jay always explained the shoot and the usually didn't see their photographer until they were well into hair and makeup. But it made sense when they saw who was taking their photos. Tyra walked in and smiled at them all.

"Hi guys!" She greeted. "I'm so excited to be taking your pictures today!"

Regina was a little nervous that Tyra would take their photos. Of course Tyra was a judge, and she was also a model. She knew every nitty gritty detail. But, Regina knew she couldn't let it get to her. She just had to nail this shoot.

"So today," Tyra began to explain. "You will all be shooting different careers. So each of you will have a different job that you're modeling clothes for. Emma, you will be a sheriff. Ursula, a swim instructor. Mary Margaret, you will be a teacher. Belle you are going to be a librarian. Ruby, a waitress. Ella, a maid. Tink, you're going to be a therapist. Mal, a CEO. Mulan, you get to be a boxer. Aurora, we picked a stay at home mom for you because we think moms are so important and we want to show that being a stay at home mom isn't something that women should feel bad for. That leaves us with Regina, and you're going to be a politician."

Regina grinned. She had dreamed of going to law school once she finished her undergrad, but her mother convinced her to give modeling a shot. It turned out Regina was a natural at it, and she did love it, but she often wondered what it would be like if she had gone a different path. At least today, she could play make believe and pretend.

"Let's get started!"

Emma and Regina went to hair and makeup together. Emma had told Regina that she had made some extra money by being a bounty hunter, so getting sheriff as her career was exciting for Emma.

Emma was sent to wardrobe while they finished Regina's makeup. When Emma returned in jeans, a tight tank top, black calf high boots, and a leather jacket, Regina's mouth went dry. That was not when any sheriff she'd seen looked like.

"Apparently it's a fashion interpretation." Emma said as if reading her friend's mind.

Regina didn't trust herself to speak. Her cheeks were turning a rosy color, and she had to turn away. She couldn't make herself look foolish in front of Emma. It was useless, though, Emma noticed just about everything Regina did.

"My, my, madam mayor, are you blushing?" Emma teased.

"Madam mayor?" Regina asked with a slight chuckled.

"Yeah, since you're a politician today." Emma smiled at her own cleverness. "You can call me Sheriff Swan."

"You're full of it." Regina laughed.

"We'd be a good team." Emma continued. "Stopping crime and stuff together."

Regina rolled her eyes playfully. In all reality, Regina could see them as a team. Maybe not stopping crime, but taking on life together. It was so clear in her mind that it was beginning to scare Regina.

Regina got called to wardrobe and was distracted from her domestic thoughts about Emma. The stylists put Regina in a red pants suit with a long V shape that showed of her cleavage. She was handed a black leather briefcase to work with. She had to admit it, she felt like bad ass.

Emma was getting done with her shoot as Regina was going on. Emma gave a Regina the once over. If Regina didn't know any better, she'd think Emma was checking her out.

"Good luck, you got this." Emma encouraged. "You look hot."

"Thanks." Regina blushed. "How'd you do?"

"Nailed it." Emma smiled proudly.

Regina waked up to set and was greeted by Tyra. Tyra explained to Regina what her vision for the shoot was. Regina knew that it was important to make sure to listen to what the photographer wanted in a shoot.

"I have an image of the this strong, seductive, woman." Tyra explained. "I want you to really play around with the set and props."

Regina saw the large oak desk on set, and already had a bunch of ideas. She went right into it. She laid, sat, stretched, and used the desk to her advantage. Tyra kept calling out compliments while her camera clicked.

It was a good feeling, to know she was doing good in the shoot. She tried different poses, and remembered to keep her angles in mind. It was important to use the feedback from judging, so she found her light right away.

"That was amazing!" Tyra squealed once they were done. "Come give me a hug. I am so proud! Without a doubt, you were the best of the day."

Regina grinned. It was great to hear from Tyra Banks that you were the best. Regina felt like it was partly because she had always wanted work in office. It was easy to get in character. For today, she could have both of her dream jobs.

Judging was the next day. Regina and Emma were both confident that they were in the clear. No one had done too terrible, so it was a toss up on who would be leaving. Regina still hoped Mal's attitude would get her kicked out, but her pictures were great. Plus, they always seemed to keep a mean girl around for the drama.

The girls entered and Tyra did the normal introductions that everyone was familiar with by now. Once they were done, the girls were called up for their photo evaluations. First was Ella, her maid picture was pretty good. Mulan's was next, followed by Mary Margaret. Finally, Regina was called up.

"Woah." Nigel said in wonder. "This could be in any fashion magazine."

"Regina worked my set!" Tyra informed with pride. "I didn't have to give her any direction, she just went for it."

"Well done!" Another judge complimented. "I would think by looking at this that you were already a top working model."

Regina smiled and returned to her spot. They continued on evaluating. Ursula got a lot of bad feedback because she was struggling to learn how to pose. They joked that she was a fish out of water. Emma was last. They told Emma her picture was also amazing. Nigel loved it, and he said he could tell she had fun with it.

The girls were sent out so the judges could determine who was leaving. Regina was glad that she and Emma did well. It was so nerve racking to wonder who would no longer be around. She knew if Emma was sent home, she would be broken. A while later they were called back in to find out who was leaving.

"I only have ten photos in my hands, and these photos represent the ten of you that will still be in the running toward becoming America's Next Top Model. The girl that I do not call must immediately return to your house, pack your bags and go home." Tyra told them. "Best photo this week, should be no surprise. Come up here, Regina."

Regina felt proud as she came and grabbed her photo. She had impressed Tyra. That was a big deal in this competition. It also meant she had to keep working hard, but she was ready for the challenge.

"Runner up, of course, is Emma." Tyra smiled. Emma went and grabbed her photo happily. "Mary Margaret. Tink. Ruby. Ella. Mulan. Mal. Aurora. Will Belle and Ursula please step forward."

The two came up closer to Tyra. It was a shock to see the beautiful Belle and the unique Ursula in the bottom. One of them would be leaving for good.

"Belle, you are one of the most beautiful girls in this whole competition, but modeling is not just about natural beauty. What you lack is showing that strength I know is inside of you. And then we have Ursula. A girl with such unique looks and a quirky personality, but her pictures have been average at best." Tyra explains. "So which of one of these two lovely girls goes home tonight? Belle, you gotta keep proving to us that your sense of adventure is there. I have faith and so do the judges behind me, and that's why you get to stay."

*REGINA CONFESSIONAL*

"This week has been so much better than the last one. Emma and I are speaking again and we got to spend some time together without the other girls. My feelings for Emma keep growing, and it scares me. This competition is so intense, and I don't want to risk anything, but I don't know how much longer I can keep pretending that she's just my friend."