Bae eventually lost track of time as his life in Neverland went on. At first he had tried to keep up with the days, but as the days turned into weeks, weeks into months, and months into years, he eventually gave up. Even though it had been several years he never aged a day, neither did the others, just as Peter Pan had said.

Bae spent a lot of time trying to find a way back to his father, but always came out unsuccessful. To keep his mind off things he would spend a lot of time being a kid and playing with the lost boys. The days would run together, as most of the time nothing special ever really happened, but this particular day was one to remember.

For fun the boys would often capture Tiger Lily, the Indian chiefs daughter, and await the Indians to rescue her. The Indians in return would capture one of the Lost Boys, and then Peter Pan and the others would formulate a rescue mission. It was all play, no one ever intended to harm the other.

This day the boys had already captured Tiger Lily and had her tied up at the beach. Their plans were to "cook her" for their afternoon meal. The boys set a fire and danced around it triumphantly. Their celebrations were cut short when a large wave crashed upon them. The ocean had been still all day, so the wave took them by surprise.

Peter Pan hated getting wet, and most of the other Lost Boys weren't too keen on it either. Bae never minded it at all, but still found himself wondering what caused such an enormous wave.

Peter Pan flew up so he could see what caused the wave. As he looked out on the ocean he saw a ship, a pirate ship to be exact. There had never been any pirates in Neverland, and Peter couldn't help but wonder how it got there. He flew back down to the boys and Tiger Lily. "Pirates, there are pirates in Neverland!"

All of the Lost Boys gasped in surprise. Peter turned his attention to Tinkerbell, "Come on Tink! Sprinkle them with fairy dust we need to go check it out!"

Tinkerbell did as he said. All the boys flew up and headed toward the ship leaving poor Tiger Lily behind still tied up in restraints. Bae realized she was still there and flew back to help her. "Sorry about that I guess this is a freebe," he said.

Tiger Lily laughed, "Thanks."

Bae went to catch up with the others. Peter Pan and the Lost Boys were already taunting the pirates when he arrived. Before Bae could do anything, he got a look at the captain's face. Instantly he knew him from somewhere. However, he couldn't remember where and it bothered him.

When Hook laid eyes on one of the Lost Boys, one with longer shaggy brown hair, he knew the boy instantly. The boy was someone he would never forget. He was Baelfire, Milah's son, which in turn meant he was Rumplestiltskin's son. Hook was shocked. To find to the son of the infamous Rumplestiltskin, the Crocodile, he had come to Neverland to plan his revenge on, was more than he could ask for. Then again, he wasn't sure if he could ever harm his True Love's son, even if she did abandon him. He would wait and see where his plans took him. In the end he decided he would take whatever means necessary, even if it meant using the boy to get back at Rumplestiltskin.

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"Henry, are you ready to go?" cried Mary Margaret from the living room.

"Yes, I'll be there in just a sec," Henry cried back.

Emma walked out of the kitchen, "Where are you going?"

"To the library, to meet Belle. Did you wanna come?"

"As much as I want to meet the girl who could fall in love with the notorious Mr. Gold, no I can't today. I have some business to take care of."

Mary Margaret smiled, "Well maybe some other time then. Henry!"

"Coming!" The boy rushed out of his room with his backpack on.

Belle was in a much better mood today than she had been the past few. She had made a new friend and was beginning to forget about what happened in the diner with Ashley a few days ago. She did notice the strange looks Ruby had given her, the past two times she ate breakfast with Key, but hadn't found the time to ask her what they were about.

She shrugged it off and began shelving books, all the while humming to herself. It was lunchtime, and the library was usually empty during that time.

"You always did like to hum while you worked."

Belle jumped, startled, but was relieved to find it was only Rumplestiltskin. He walked up to hug her, "That's one thing that made me fall in love with you."

Belle smiled and gave him a swift kiss on the lips, "You did always like to startle me as well."

"All in good fun, my dear."

"It's ok, it's one thing that made me fall in love with you."

Rumplestiltskin smiled back at her, "I brought lunch for us," he motioned toward the food sitting at the table.

Belle walked over to it, "You didn't have to do that."

"No it's my pleasure. I want to."

Belle smiled, seeing there was enough for two, "So you can stay and have lunch with me today?"

"If you wish it my dear."

Belle put a hand on his upper arm and looked up into his eyes, "Of course I do."

They spent their lunch hour talking about little things, how their day was going, etc. The time went by too fast, and Belle didn't want Rum to leave, but she knew he had to work. She had her own work to attend to as well.

Rumplestiltskin kissed her a little more passionately before he left. On his way out Mary Margaret and Henry were on their way in.

"Good day Mary Margaret, Henry," Mr. Gold said as he left the library.

They both smiled at him and bid him good day as well.

Belle blushed when she saw them come in. She was pretty sure they had seen the kiss. She didn't mind, her relationship was no secret, but she still found her cheeks flushing. She stood there with her bottom lip curled underneath her teeth, "Hello, is there a book I can help you find?" she asked.

"I brought my grandson to pick out some books," Mary Margaret said.

"Oh well, we have a wonderful selection of children's books, they're right over here."

Henry smiled and followed Belle to the children's section. He began to look around while the two adults chatted.

Mary Margaret held out her hand for Belle, "I'm Mary Margaret, and this is my grandson Henry."

Henry smiled, "Hello," and went back to looking at the books.

Belle took her hand and shook it, "Belle. It's nice to meet you."

"I haven't really seen you around here before," Mary Margaret stated.

"I've kept to myself mostly," Belle said not wanting to go into her whole life's story.

Mary Margaret knew that look that appeared in her eyes. She had had that same look many times before, "Regina huh?" she said where Henry couldn't hear.

Belle looked confused, "How did you know?"

"I've had my fair share of dealings with her, and I know the pain she's caused when I see it."

"Ah," Belle nodded in understanding.

They were quiet for a moment. Belle looked at Henry and something in her head registered, "Did you say he was your grandson?"

Mary Margaret smiled, "Yes, it's a long story. I'm surprised you haven't heard it. I'm Snow White."

Belle looked at her in understanding. She had never met Snow in the Enchanted Forest so she didn't know what she looked like. However, Rum had told her about what Regina had done to her family, "Well that explains your relationship with Regina."

Snow laughed, "Yes it does."

Snow's cell phone rang interrupting the conversation, "Excuse me, it's my husband." Belle nodded and Snow stepped outside to answer it.

When Belle turned around she found Henry standing right there with a big smile on his face. She smiled back at him, "Did you find something?"

"Yes I did, thank you."

The boy didn't back away or say anything else. "Is there something else you need?"

"I just wanted to tell you you're really beautiful."

Belle beamed at him, "Why thank you. You're very sweet."

"You're beauty from Beauty and the Beast."

Belle looked at him questionably, "What?"

"In my storybook," Henry pulled the book from his pack to show her, "You're beauty and you fell in love with the beast, Rumplestiltskin."

Belle automatically came back with her usual response, "He's not a beast," she paused, "Oh, I'm sorry, I didn't mean to snap at you."

"It's ok. I don't think he's as bad as everyone makes him out to be. He's shown me nothing but kindness."

Belle smiled. She was happy to find someone else who agreed with her, "May I see your book Henry?"

He nodded and handed it to her, "You may borrow it if you like, I know how much you love books and that you'll take good care of it."

"Oh no, I couldn't ask that of you." Belle stroked the cover of the book; she really would love to sink into that book. It was very inviting.

"No, I don't mind. Just promise me you won't let anything happen to it."

Belle placed and hand on Henry's shoulder, "If you sure, then I promise."

As they finished their conversation, Mary Margaret returned, "Henry we need to go, so make a final decision on the books you want."

"Yes, ma'am."

Mary Margeret turned to Belle, "It was really nice to meet you."

"Yes, you to."

"You know if you're free tonight, I plan on watching a movie if you want to join me. I was going to invite Ruby too but haven't gotten around to it. Do you know her?"

"Oh yes I do, but…um…before anything…you do know I'm dating Mr. Gold right?"

"And what's wrong with that?"

"Oh nothing, just most people aren't too keen on being around me when they find out. I didn't want to say yes and then cause a big scene."

Mary Margaret placed a hand on Belle's arm, "Well you don't have to worry about that with me. Your decisions are your decisions. You are very sweet and I think we would make good friends."

Belle smiled, "What time?"

"How about we meet at Granny's around seven?"

"Yes, that works."

Belle ran Henry's books through the system and bid the two goodbye. As she watched them leave she couldn't help but smile to herself. She was making new friends and it felt good.