Remember Me:
As Emma walked out the door, Killian felt a rush as he spun around on his heels to look at Lena.
"Tell me you heard what I heard? Tell me it wasn't all just in my head?"
Lena nodded a smile crossing her lips as she definitely heard the same thing and she was brimming with almost as much excitement as he was.
"Emma just asked you out," she simply replied as she watched his grin widen as he made his way toward his room and she swore he was whistling causing her to shake her head and hold back a laugh.
As Killian walked back into the room changed from his t-shirt to a red dress shirt he looked up at the clock on the wall. While it had only been about twenty minutes since seeing Emma meaning he had another forty to go before he could walk cross the street he flashed a pleading stare at Lena.
"I know you don't like using magic for the small stuff," he prefaced thinking about how the only magic he'd seen the witch preform was to give him a new wardrobe and to create his room, "but could you do me the solid of creating a bouquet of flowers for Emma….I feel bad for not bringing them the last time and I want to show her that I'm sincere about my intentions with her."
He watched as Lena shook her head mentioning how there was a shop just a block away that he could easily walk to and be back from by the time Emma was ready for him. He smiled at her suggestion as he slipped his leather jacket.
"Don't wait up," he teased knowing that it was a work night for Emma and so he knew she wouldn't be the one to want to be up late into the evening.
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As Emma took Henry to his friend's house to work on his project she flashed a smile at her son.
"Don't be alarmed if I'm not home when you get dropped off tonight."
"You're going out again with Kyle aren't you?" her son asked with a smile on his face glad to see that his mother had found someone after being alone for so long.
"I'm going to leave pizza money on the counter along with Lena's number in case of an emergency though I think your old enough to spend a few hours alone if need be."
Henry seemed upset that his mom never physically answered his question however by the tone in her voice he just knew the answer was yes.
"Have fun mom," he replied as he gave her a small hug before heading out of the bug and toward the door of the building they were now in front of.
Once she watched her son enter the other boy's apartment Emma took a few moments to assess herself. She'd managed to change out of the torn jeans and old tee shirt that was her usual lazy Sunday attire, well when she wasn't kept in her pajamas and instead put on a nicer pair of jeans and a layered top. Making her way back toward her place she looked at her cars clock and wondered how close to the hour mark it would be before Kyle showed up at her place as it was closing in on sixty minutes since she asked him to go out with her. She still couldn't believe that she'd done that and she really hoped that she wouldn't come to regret it.
As she pulled up in front of the apartment planning on just double parking on the sidewalk instead of placing it in the lot for such a small period of time she couldn't help but let a smile come across her lips as she spotted Kyle leaning against the door of the building holding a bouquet of roses in his good hand while gently tapping one of his feet. Turning off the ignition she soon rolled down a window and peered her head out to call toward him.
"Hey there stranger," she called out watching as clearly her voice startled him for a moment before he bowed his head toward her.
"Emma," he replied, "I'm sorry if I was early, I just couldn't wait another moment to see what the lady had planned for the evening."
She flashed him a pleasant smile as she shook her head all the while.
"You're right on time, anyway hop in," she replied watching him nod his head as he soon climbed into the passenger's seat of the bug turning toward her with the flowers still in his hand.
"For you," he spoke handing her the flowers.
Taking a smell of them Emma couldn't help but smile before placing them on the seat between them and putting the key back in the ignition.
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When Killian arrived at the apartment he'd been worried that he was early and his suspicions were correct once he knocked on Emma's door and received no reply back. He'd been waiting back outside on the stoop of the building when he heard the sounds of a car pull up and noted it was a rather familiar bug. Now he'd just climbed in and after handing Emma the flowers which he was pleased that she liked they were making their way toward whatever destination she had planned for him. He sat in silence for a moment watching the way the setting sun reflected against her golden curls the image simply taking his breath away.
"So Swan," he spoke with a playful edge to his voice, "are you going to give me any hints as to where you're taking me?"
He watched as she let another smile cross her lips….oh had he missed that smile in the past year. Getting just a shake of her head in addition to her smile he could feel the anticipation building in his veins as clearly she had something interesting up her sleeves and he couldn't wait to see what it was.
The car soon stopped in front of a small bar causing Killian to raise his brow. A bar….this secrecy was all about a bar? Simply shaking his head at Emma's logic he slipped out of the passenger seat managing to get her door before she could open it causing her to simply shake her head. He guessed she still wasn't used to that gesture however he wasn't planning to stop anytime soon. Reaching out his hand for her to take they soon entered the place which despite the somewhat seedy looking exterior looked quite pleasant inside.
"I hope you like this place," she said, "I enjoy coming here to unwind….some greasy bar food, a few beers….best way to end the weekend and gear up for the week ahead."
Killian nodded as they made their way toward a booth where a server soon placed down a menu as well as a songbook.
"Did I forget to mention this place is a Karaoke bar?" Emma replied noting the confusion in the man's face. It was then that Killian noticed people on a small stage singing rather flatly causing a smirk to cross his lips. He'd been plotting out serenading Emma and this provided the opportune moment to do so….he just hoped his song of choice was available to croon.
"Do you sing Emma?" he asked as he began to look over the menu thinking a cheeseburger was a safe bet having sampled them at Granny's and knowing he wouldn't be in for any surprise.
"Do you Kyle?" she countered…..man she was good. Closing his menu he flashed her yet another smirk in her direction.
"Perhaps I can be persuaded to if only the lady does so first."
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Emma could feel her cheeks blushing and her heart racing as he flirted with her….that was what he was doing wasn't he. Picking up the songbook that was set down besides the menu, Emma let out a sigh.
"Just no making fun of me," she warned as she flipped through the book.
"I cross my heart," he replied making a motion with his hook causing let another small smile cross her lips as the waiter soon arrived asking it they were ready to order. Emma nodded and soon they had each ordered beers and cheeseburgers as well as gave the waiter slips of paper with their song selections they just had to wait for their names to be called.
"So, Mr. Ward any hints as to what you'll be singing tonight?"
It was now that she watched as he gave her a taunting stair to which she chalked up as revenge for her own coyness on the drive to the bar.
"Well then no spoilers for you either," she replied shaking her head as the waiter soon arrived with their drinks.
Perfect timing she thought knowing that she'd need some liquid courage before hitting the stage.
Speaking of, her name was soon called as she made her way toward the stage waiting for the intro cues of the music to end and the song to begin.
You can be amazing
You can turn a phrase into a weapon or a drug
You can be the outcast
Or be the backlash of somebody's lack of love
Or you can start speaking up
Nothing's gonna hurt you the way that words do
And they settle 'neath your skin
Kept on the inside and no sunlight
Sometimes a shadow wins
But I wonder what would happen if you
Say what you wanna say
And let the words fall out
Honestly I wanna see you be brave
With what you want to say
And let the words fall out
Honestly I wanna see you be brave
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Killian watched as Emma took the stage she started out a little nervous however by the time she hit the chorus she'd been bursting with confidence. He'd never heard this song before however he found it quite catchy and began to tap his foot along by the time the chorus repeated itself. As she finished he wish he had the use of both his hands as he would of loved to of given her a standing ovation however instead he simply stood and raised his half empty beer bottle with a smile as a way to show her that he enjoyed the show. He watched as she took a seat now back at the table where another round of drinks as well as the burgers were seated.
"I know I told you to promise not to mock me, but truthfully tell me your opinion."
"You were enchanting," he replied and he was genuine with his words.
"Enchanting," she repeated.
"Aye," he spoke with a nod as he took a bite of his burger savoring every bite as it reminded him of home….well at least the place where he wished he could of called his home.
He was soon called up to the mic and he was surprised at just how nervous he was. Sure he'd sung a shanty or two when he'd been out to sea or out at a pub with his crew when they'd been ashore however on stage in front of the person he loved that was a totally different playing field.
Sucking in a deep breath he let his mind zone out the rest of the patrons of the bar focusing instead on Emma and Emma alone.
It's a little bit funny this feeling inside
I'm not one of those who can easily hide
I don't have much money but boy if I did
I'd buy a big house where we both could live
If I was a sculptor, but then again, no
Or a man who makes potions in a traveling show
I know it's not much but it's the best I can do
My gift is my song and this one's for you
And you can tell everybody this is your song
It may be quite simple but now that it's done
I hope you don't mind
I hope you don't mind that I put down in words
How wonderful life is while you're in the world
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Emma was mesmerized as she watched Kyle take the stage. She had expected him to belt out some classic rock and just have some fun with it however the way he sang his particular song choice it was like he was reading into her soul or something and it sent a chill down her spine thinking that someone could affect her in such a way.
"I wasn't that bad was I?" he asked sliding back into the booth and snapping her out of her thoughts.
Emma simply shook her head.
"You were good," she said with a smile trying to hold back just how affected she was by his song, "I'm sorry I didn't give you a standing ovation I was just distracted."
She motioned to her burger and she watched as he smiled.
"I know what you mean; these burgers really hit the spot."
Emma let out a little laugh glad that he'd bought her veiled excuse and didn't force her into letting him know that the distraction had nothing to do with her meal and everything to do with him. Instead they continued their meals while sharing stories. She found Kyle's stories interesting albeit a little colorful for a simple fisherman while she told stories about her and Henry. Time soon seemed to fly and she looked him over.
"So, any interest in an encore?" she asked.
"Only if you wish to sing a duet with me," he countered causing her to shake her head. A part of her wanted to say yes however the more dominant part of her brain won out and with a smile she told him.
"We should save something for the next date."
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Killian let his brow raise at Emma's comment as the evening winded down and he was in the process of taking care of the check. Date….did she just used the word date.
"I thought you said you weren't going to label tonight?" he inquired.
"I changed my mind," she replied, "I mean unless you don't"
Oh he did…. He most definitely did.
"I do," he replied thanking the waiter for her service and assuring that he had left a pretty sizeable tip before heading back out toward the parking lot helping Emma into the car and heading back toward the apartments again making friendly small talk along the way. Once they reached the lot by the apartments he scooped up the roses still sitting between them and once more opened the door handing her the flowers and leading her to her front door.
"I really hope Henry wasn't waiting for me long," she replied.
"I'm sure the lad can take care of himself for a few hours."
He watched her nod her head however he noted a sad look in her eyes and it pained him to think that the evening was about to end on a sour note.
"I know it's just….he's growing up so fast."
As she said this a pang of guilt stabbed him in the heart as he realized that when the spell upon Emma broke he'd be robbing her of a life with her son that she never had before and that almost made him want to take that magic bean from his satchel and head back to the Enchanted Forest with a heavy heart….almost….he just hoped that she'd be forgiving about it.
There was another moment of silence however soon he piped up.
"I had a great night Emma; I hope we can do this again sometime."
He was met with a simple nod as he watched her enter her apartment and seconds later he too crossed the street and made his way back to Lena's with a spring in his step and a song in his heart.
TBC
Songs—Brave by Sara Bareilles and Your Song by Elton John…..may be a lag between updates because I MAY attempt to update one of my other fics it just depends on my muse…. Once again thanks bunches for all the reviews likes and follows….. it means allot especially since this is my first (and hopefully not last) time dabbling in writing this fandom.