The surgery was taking forever or so it seems to those who wait. Hook stands outside the nursery watching his newly born children. How was he going to do this without her? He hadn't even held them yet. He was afraid he would hurt them with his hook or scare them. They were so tiny. So perfect. They were the only things keeping him sane.

Regina steps up behind him, "She will make it through, Hook. She has to."

He looks at her, "I don't know if I can do this without her. I just…I don't want to ruin them."

She wipes at the tears that wouldn't stop, "You won't have to. If she…" She closes her eyes and leans her head against the glass, "If she doesn't make it, I will help you and so will Snow and David. We are in this together."

Hook looks back at his little girl and boy, "I just want them to have everything Emma and I didn't. They deserve the world. They deserve their mother."

Regina touches his arm, "They deserve their father, too. Do you know their names?"

He shakes his head, "I'm waiting for…I'm just waiting."

Regina nods, "I understand. Why don't you come with me? Maybe Emma is done with surgery."

Hook shakes his head, "I can't leave them."

Regina takes his hand, "They aren't alone. And you need to be there when the results come."

Hook nods silently and follows her to the waiting room. It seems everyone from town was there. Each of them with tears falling down their faces. Snow walks over, "A nurse came out. She said it won't be much longer. I am taking that as a good sign."

Hook just stands where he is, "I don't know if I can do this. I thought the hardest thing would be getting out of Neverland. I never imagined…How could this be happening?"

Snow shakes her head, "I don't know. The doctor said that since he couldn't give her the proper care while she was pregnant, there was no way to prevent this. Add all the stress on top of it."

Henry sniffles behind them, "This is all my fault isn't it? If I hadn't been kidnapped…"

Regina shakes her head and kneels down in front of him, "This is not your fault. You couldn't control the circumstances."

Henry cries, "But if she hadn't come to find me then everything would be ok."

Regina pulls him in and hugs him, "You know as well as I do that Emma is too damn stubborn to stay back. She wanted to go save you because you are her son."

Henry looks up at her, "I just want her to be ok. I can't lose her."

Regina nods, "I know, honey, I know. We won't. She is also too damn stubborn to die."

As if on cue, Dr. Whale walks out. Snow, David, Regina, Henry and Hook run up to him. He sighs, "There was sufficient bleeding, but we got it to stop and she will be fine." They all let out a short laugh of relief, "However, the trauma may have been too much for her. We don't know if or when she will regain consciousness. It is now a waiting game."

Hook turns around and leaves unable to handle anymore. Snow is about to follow him, but David holds her back and shakes his head. She falls back into his chest and cries. Henry sobs into Regina's side.

Hook didn't know where he was going and he didn't care. He couldn't be in that place anymore. He couldn't listen to them tell him that Emma might die anymore. This couldn't be happening. Not to her. Not to them. He sits on a set of stairs and sobs into his hands. He could feel every piece of himself falling apart.

Neal sits next to him, "What are you doing, Hook?"

Hook looks at him, "I am taking a breath of air, mate. My whole world keeps falling apart over and over again."

Neal frowns, "What do you mean?"

Hook sighs, "Emma is in constant danger. Every time I turn around she is almost dead or dying. I can't take much more of this."

Neal puts a comforting hand on his shoulder, "And she pulls through each time. She is strong. And she is not ready to die. Not now that she has true love. Not now that she has a new boy and girl. Add all that to Henry and the family she has found here and you have someone who, for once in her life, has something to wake up to. You can't give up on her."

Hook closes his eyes, "I wouldn't. I just…When I lost Milah, I thought the world was over, but now, with Emma? Nothing can ever compare. I just need a moment to breathe. I need a moment to be strong. Not just for her, but for my son and daughter as well."

Neal smiles, "When I first found out that she was in love with you, I just wanted to shake her. You were a bad man. You would just leave her. But I was wrong, Hook. I am the one that left her. I was the one who was the bad man. I never deserved her, but you do. You both deserve each other."

Hook half smiles, "I am glad to hear you say that. I always did care for you, Ba-Neal. I didn't think you would ever understand."

Neal stands up, "Well, I do. But I swear, if you hurt her, I will hurt you. Maybe shoot you in the shoulder. That really hurts like hell."

Hook laughs, "Aye, mate. I would let you."

They walk back to the hospital in a comfortable silence. Neither one of them knew what would happen to Emma, but they weren't going to miss it.

A week later, Emma slowly wakes up. She groans and looks around. It was dark in the room and she couldn't place where she was. Was she still on the Jolly Roger? Where was everybody? She tries to sit up but gasps in pain and sits back. What the hell had happened to her?

Voice in the dark, "Emma? You're awake! Thank God."

Emma turns towards the owner of the voice, "Belle? Are we home? What is going on?"

Belle turns on the light and grabs her hand, "I am so glad you are awake. I was so scared…but that doesn't matter. I made everyone go home and sleep." Belle pulls out her phone, "Let me call them."

Emma grabs her wrist, "Wait, before you do, where are my babies? Can I see them?"

Belle nods, "They are right here. They are sleeping, but if you want me to wake them…"

Emma shakes her head, "No. It can wait. Do they have names?"

Belle smiles, "Not yet. Hook was waiting for you."

Emma closes her eyes, "Ok. I am so tired. Can you call them all in the morning?"

Belle touches her hair, "Of course, sweetie. Rest."

Emma yawns, "Will you lay next to me? I know it's a strange request, but I need to feel…connected to someone. I feel like I have been so far away."

Belle lies down next to her, "That isn't strange at all. Go to sleep, we have a long day tomorrow."

Snow wakes up to her phone ringing. She wanted to ignore it and fall back asleep, but it could be about Emma. She picks it up, groggily, "Hello?"

She could hear the excitement in Belle's voice, "She is awake! She is fine! Come as fast as you can."

Snow sits up, jarring David awake, "Oh my, god! I knew she would! I knew it!" She hangs up the phone and grins, "Our daughter is awake!"

David laughs, "This is great! Wake the others. Let's go see our girl."

Snow runs to Henry's room, "Henry! Wake up! Your mom did!"

Henry sits up as if he hadn't been sleeping, "She did! I have to get ready!"

She runs to the couch and shakes Regina, "Emma is up! Come on!"

Regina smiles, "Then what are we waiting for?"

Hook clambers down the stairs, tiredly, "What is with all the commotion?"

David enters the room, grinning, "The mother of your children is awake."

Hook stops mid step and a giant toothy grin spreads across his face, "Well, mate, we better get going."

David smirks, "Aye, Aye Captain."

They all laugh as they run out the door. Thankfully they had pretty much slept in their clothes so they could leave in a hurry.

Emma looks down at her daughter and grins, "Her name is Kyra Nicole Jones. Isn't that the most perfect name for the most perfect girl?"

Belle nods, "I love it! Now let me hold her and you name your son."

Emma laughs, "I should wait for Killian, but they have gone without names for long enough." She takes her son from the nurse as Belle takes Kyra, "His name is Michael Killian Jones. After his father, kind of." She lets out a laugh, "They are so amazing. And precious. And perfect. I will never be able to look away."

Belle grins, "They are also very calm. They sleep through the night. They only cry when they are hungry or have dirty diapers." She looks at Emma, "You are very lucky indeed."

Emma sighs, happily, "I know. I just wish I could get out of this stupid bed. I am really starting to hate hospitals."

Belle shakes her head, "Who doesn't? But they saved your life and that is all that matters."

The nurse walks in, "Some people are here to see you. Do you want me to let them in?"

Emma nods, "Please. Belle is getting boring."

Belle feigns insult, "See if I ever sleep next to you again!"

Emma grins, "I am only joking. But I doubt I would have any room."

They both fall into a fit of laughter as Hook, Snow, Regina, David and Henry walk in. Emma winces, "Don't make me laugh. It hurts."

Belle raises a brow, "It is you who made me laugh. Now say hi to your guests."

Emma laughs again, "Yes, mother." She turns to her family, "Oh, hey. My actual mother is here. Sorry, Belle."

Belle rolls her eyes, "Shut up already."

Emma bites her lip to stop the laugh from escaping, "Hey, everyone. Do you want to meet my newly named daughter and son?"

Hook grins, "I knew you would have names picked out. I told them all."

Emma grabs his hand and pulls him down for a short kiss, "Of course. Meet Kyra Nicole and Michael Killian Jones."

Hook kisses her again, "You are amazing."

She shrugs, "I know. Now if I could be anywhere, but here, life would be great."

Snow picks up Kyra, "Soon Emma. You just need to heal."

Emma was out of the hospital and home 2 weeks later, but she was still supposed to rest. She would have been bored if it weren't for her newborns. Everything about them was amazing and new. They were very well behaved and hardly ever cried.

Hook walks in and smiles, "We should take them out for a walk. I'm sure you are tired of being cooped up all the time anyways."

Emma nods, "I am, but I don't want to hurt myself in the process."

Hook takes her hand and kisses it, "No need to worry, love. It is only a walk. And if you need to rest we can stop by Granny's. Ruby just loves seeing them."

Emma grins, "Alright. Can you get the stroller then? I will make sure we have everything we need packed in the diaper bag."

She walks to the counter and opens the bag. Diapers, wipes, rattles…she just needed to add a couple bottles and they were good. Hook carries the stroller down and waits. She sets the bag inside, "I will get Kyra. You get Michael."

She smiles at her daughter and sets her in. The little girl makes a cute gurgling noise and smiles back, "Aww, who is my cute baby girl? You are. Momma loves you."

She looks up and frowns when she sees Hook just standing by Michael, "Killian? Is everything ok?"

He shrugs, "I just don't want to hurt him with my stupid hook."

Emma walks over, "You are going to have to hold them sooner or later. Here." She picks up Michael, "Hold out your hand. There you go. Support the head. See…perfect."

Hook grins, "He is so tiny. It has been so hard not picking them up."

Emma kisses his cheek, "You will learn. You are already so amazing at it."

He walks over to the stroller and gently sets Michael down, "I wouldn't be if I didn't have you."

Emma shakes her head, "You would be no matter what. But I am glad I can be here with you."

Ten minutes later they are walking into Granny's and every one of their friends jump out, "SURPRISE!"

Emma gasps, "What is this? Did I miss something?"

Snow walks forward, "This is your baby shower. I know it's a little late, but we didn't get the chance before."

Emma hugs her, "Thank you so much. This is amazing."

David snatches up his granddaughter, "Hey, cutie. Have you missed me?" He looks down at Michael, "Hi, handsome boy. Your turn is next!"

Emma laughs. She has never seen two babies so loved in her life. She looks over at henry and holds out her arms, "Hey, kid. Where is my hug?"

Henry runs over and wraps his arms around her waist, "I am so glad that you are alive. And that you haven't forgotten me."

She lifts his face up to hers, "I will never forget you. I have never forgotten you. No one will change that. I love you, kid. And don't you ever think otherwise."

Henry grins, "I love you too, mom."

Regina and Neal walk over. Regina hugs her, "I have something I need to talk to you about, later."

Emma nods, "Ok. Is it serious? We can talk now."

Regina shakes her head, "No, nothing urgent. Enjoy your party. And afterwards we can talk."

Emma smiles uncertainly, "Ok, you are acting a little strange."

Neal rolls his eyes, "We live in a strange world what do you expect?"

Emma watches them exchange a look. She bites her lip to stop the smile, "True."

Snow takes Emma's hand, "Come on. Sit over here. There is another special surprise for you."

Emma sits as directed, "I don't know if I can handle any more surprises."

Hook takes both of her hands, "I think you will like this one." He gets down on one knee in front of her, "Since the first day that I have met you, I knew that you would be my forever. And now with all the danger and the ups and downs we have faced behind…for now…I want you to know that there will never be anyone else. You are it. I want our children to grow up with a mother and a father. I want to be able to hold you in my arms and call you mine for all eternity. Emma Swan…" She puts a hand over her mouth when he pulls out the ring, "Will you do me the honor of becoming my wife?"

Emma feels the tears race down her face and nods, "Yes, of course I will." He slips it on her finger and she wraps her arms around his neck. He lifts her up and kisses her deeply and passionately. They break apart to hear clapping all around them. She smiles at her parents, "I am getting married."

They walk over to her and hug her. Both of them had tears in their eyes, but they were mostly of joy. Mostly. Emma and Hook accept more hugs and congratulations as they walk around the room.

Gold pulls Hook aside, "I want to give you an engagement gift. As a peace offering."

Hook quirks his brow, "What makes you think I want peace, mate?"

Gold smiles, "Let's just say it is a gut feeling, dearie. Will you accept it?"

Hook sighs, "Aye, it would be rude not to."

Gold nods, "I want to give you your hand back. With two babies…It would probably be better."

Hook is taken aback. He had never expected a gift like that, "Really? You would do that?"

Gold waves a hand over the hook and the missing appendage reappears as if it never was gone, "There. That's better. Unless you want the hook back?"

Hook couldn't stop staring at it, "No. No this is perfect." He looks at Gold, "Thank you. I will never like you, but this makes it easier to tolerate you."

Gold laughs and walks away while Hook grins over at Emma who looks up as if sensing him. He waves with his new hand and she frowns, doing a double take. She walks quickly over, "Is that…What happened to your hook?"

He grabs her around the waist, "Gold gave me my hand back. Peace offering."

Emma grins, "I like it. Don't get me wrong I loved the hook. So sexy and dangerous, but there is no longer a time to be dangerous."

He kisses her lightly, "Just sexy?"

She kisses him back, "Always sexy."

Snow yells, "Present time."

Emma and Regina sit outside the diner while the others clean up. Emma closes her eyes as the small breeze hits her face, "I love this weather. It is so peaceful."

Regina nods, "I know. I could stay out here all day."

Emma laughs, "So you and Neal, huh?"

Regina snaps to attention, "What? How did you…"

Emma shrugs, "I'm not blind, Regina. I could see the way you two looked at each other. When did this happen?"

Regina purses her lips in thought, "In Neverland, kind of. We would talk while you all were busy. And if one of us couldn't sleep. It was sweet. The real relationship started when you almost died. I realized life is too short to be scared."

Emma grabs her hand, "I am so happy for you. Both of you. I think you need someone like Neal. At least who he is now. Not when I knew him. And he needs you."

Regina squeezes her hand, "I was so afraid you would be mad."

Emma shakes her head, "Nah. I am getting married, I have 2 beautiful babies, I share a wonderful son with a wonderful person, and I have the family that I have always been looking for. It is only right that someone else gets the exact same things, right?"

Regina gets up and hugs her, "I am so sorry I was ever mean to you. You have made my world a much better place, Emma Swan. Or should I say Jones?"

Emma rubs her back, "Hey, I am not married yet. But I like the sound of it. Emma Jones." She pulls back, "God, I feel like a schoolgirl. All I need is a notebook so I can write our names in hearts."

Regina throws her head back and laughs, "You are something else. Come on. Let's help them with the rest."

Emma nods and they walk arm in arm back inside.

A/N: So this is not the last chapter. There is one more after this, but it will probably just be a short simple one. Planning the wedding and then them getting married. I wish this story could be longer, but this was mainly about Hook and Emma falling in love and also their adventures in Neverland the couple times they were there together. Now that all of that has happened, there is really nowhere else to go.

Dont worry though. I have plenty of stories about Killian Jones and Emma Swan that i want write. I just have to get them started, which is always the difficult part.

Anyways, I hope you enjoyed this chapter and review your thoughts and feelings.

XOXO