AN: Hey I know it has been a really long time but I'm going to do a double update! I was focusing more on my other story for a bit but something has recently happened in my life and it has made this story more relevant so here I am :D I'd love to hear your thoughts, happy reading!

Chapter 7

When Monday came around the couple had to face the harsh reality. They had been living in the weekend bliss and now the horror of high school was being thrown at them. They never really had the talk about what they were to one another so Emma just decided to maintain a low profile. When their paths crossed Regina offered a small wave and Emma had to try and hid the blush that formed on her cheeks from it.

Although their different social groups and busy schedules kept them from hanging out during the day it didn't stop them from texting.

Hiya cutie Regina had texted during their lunch.

Hey, what's up? The trying to be calm attempt didn't work so well for Emma. Her crowd at the pit started nudging her.

"Who ya texting?" Killian had asked.

"It's nobody." Emma insisted not wanted to blow Regina's cover.

"Doesn't seem like nobody. Should we be calling the U-Haul?" Killian punctuated his jokes with a hard nudge. Emma merely glared back and return to the conversation on her phone.

I miss you. Tutor after cheer practice tonight?

Emma had to try hard to not have her entire face break into a giant smile. Regina fucking Mills missed her. Holy shit! She never thought that this would happen for real. Regina had been a fantasy for so long and she had never realised that the reality would be so much better. Emma's thoughts were interrupted by a puff of smoke being blown into her face.

"Would you cut it out!" She spat at Killian.

Wanna just hang out? Emma texted back as soon as Killian stopped peering over her shoulder.

Sounds good to me! Regina texted back almost instantly and Emma had to work very hard to contain the giant grin that was breaking out all over her face.

This girl was having a huge impact on the blonde and she had no idea what to do about it, but she was content to just ride the wave of happiness.

After school the pair met up at the bleachers (it was starting to become their spot) and they walked back to Emma's place.

"Is anyone home?" Regina asked as they approached.

Emma let out a soft laugh, "There are 6 of us foster kids here, there's always somebody home." She smiled softly at the brunette, "But nobody will bother us in my room."

Regina blushed at Emma's statement. The idea of being in the blonde's room excited her and the butterflies were let loose in her stomach.

They walked in the house and Emma waved to the few people they walked by. Regina didn't really pay any mind to the surrounding, all she could think about was the intoxicating blonde in front of her.

Once they were inside her room, Emma shut the door and turned to face the brunette.

"So what now?" Regina asked coyly. Emma took the hint and leaned in for a kiss.

The kiss deepened and eventually they moved their make out session to the bed.

After several minutes of the best make out of her life, Regina pulled back and said, "I was thinking we might... uh..." She couldn't find the words to finish her statement.

Emma looked at her puzzled, "What is it?"

"It's just when you said hanging out I figured you meant... y'know..." she trailed off not wanting to voice her assumption.

Emma stared confused at Regina for a moment and then it all clicked. "You thought we would smoke because you think that's all I do." It was a statement. Emma left no room for Regina to contradict or even respond. She tried but Emma cut her off again, "Of course you do. Jeez, why did I think you'd be any different? You're one of them."

This hit Regina hard. She didn't allow Emma to continue, finally adding in her own thoughts, "Don't compare me to them. You and I both know I'm not like them." It came out a lot louder than Regina had anticipated. She hadn't realized how heated she has gotten.

The two were strong headed girls. It was rare that anyone stood up to them. There was something refreshing about have a real argument with someone. The new feeling brought a silence over the pair. They took deep breaths and allowed themselves to cool down.

Finally Emma broke the silence, "You're right." She tilted her head down in surrender.

Regina reached out and placed her hand on Emma's shoulder. The contact felt so natural.

Emma looked back up at her as the brunette said, "You're right too. I shouldn't have made the assumption."

"We make quite an interesting pair." Emma's voice was so soothing. Regina could listen to her speak all day. Emma raised her hand to brush a piece of Regina's hair behind her ear. Her fingers lingered along the brunette's cheek. Regina leaned into the touch, her skin burned where the blonde touched her. Everything felt so perfect.