Hello ladies and gentleman and Rumbelle shippers. Hope you're all coping with the major Rumbelle feels of this season. I was sad the last episode, I don't know if was the only one. The writers will probably make it all better. In the mean time I hope you enjoy the chapter. Thank you to ladybugsmomma and VyeLoyomBrightwarrior for reviewing and everyone who reads this. It means a lot.:)

Disclaimer: I don't own OUAT

As Rumple walked hand in hand with Belle into the restaurant, he couldn't keep his eyes off her. She looked beautiful. Her silky dress was a shade of a dark midnight blue. The dress had thick straps on her shoulders but it came down in a sweetheart neckline. A wide ribbon defined her waist and came to an elegant bow, which he had the pleasure in tying himself, in the back of the dress. The soft fabric of the whole dress fell mid-thigh, hugging close to her legs. Rumple looked quite sharp, himself, in his dark suit. Belle was drawn to the proud grin on his handsome face, and stopped to lean over and kiss him. He readily returned the kiss, not caring that people were looking at their public display of affection. They could stare all they want. Belle smiled as they parted.

"Rumple, when I said date I was thinking more pizza place or café," Belle said. "Not a five star restaurant." The restaurant was magnificent. Ornate golden chandeliers hung on the celling giving the place a warm glow. Small table with white table cloths were placed throughout the restaurant. Each had a candle lit on them. It was way fancier than what she thought. She didn't really mind though, and Rumple could tell because the smile still hadn't left her face.

"I believe you deserve more than that." He said with a smirk. Belle's face fell, but not because she was sad. She wanted to know she was serious.

"I just want you, Rumple." she gave him a small smile. "All of you." She stressed. The good parts, the dark parts. He held her eyes for a few seconds in silence.

"I know," he said and squeezed her hand. "And I love you for it." Rumple said sincerely.

They got seated, but didn't let go of each other's hands. They comfortably let their adjoined hands rest on the table between them. He was unconsciously rubbing his thumb over her hand as he looked at the menu. The waiter took their orders and later came back with a salad to start.

As they started eating their salads, Rumple noticed Belle was distracted and hadn't said much since they sat down. She had a pained, preoccupied look on her face.

"Belle is it the baby, are feeling ok?" she looked up at him but didn't say anything. "See I knew we shouldn't have come! This is why-"

"Rumple," she interrupted. "I'm fine, it's not that."

"Then what is it?" he asked with a puzzled expression. She wouldn't look at him. He tugged at her hand, before raising to kiss it.

"Belle?" she looked up at him, but her eyes were sad. She took a breath before answering him.

"I don't want you to…" she tapered off. He raised his eyebrows and leaned in, encouraging her to go on. "To feel like you have to be perfect for me." she said really fast. He leaned back quickly not expecting that. "I just want keep you away from the darkness, because in the end, it only consumes you and turns you into something you're not." She tries to gauge his reaction before continuing. "You're a good man. I'm not saying that because I want you to be one. I'm saying that because you are one." her eyes were damp with unshed tears, but they never came out. He smiles at her.

"That's only because of you. Without you I would have been lost." My brief flicker of light, amidst an ocean of darkness. He remembered when she forgot everything and became Lacey. Lacey had encouraged his darkness, and he had felt terrible, he hadn't been happy. He had missed Belle, needed Belle. She made him the happiest man in the world.

After that they fell comfortably in conversation. Perhaps their laughs and snickers were a bit too loud for the five star restaurant, but they didn't care. Their food came along and they started eating. They food was just as elegant as the reviews raved it was. Rumple was proud that he had picked a good place. He would have to remember it for their anniversary or another date. They could go anytime since they would be staying in New York City. He was done dealing with Ursula. He wasn't going to go through with his plan. He was going to be better for his Belle and his child. He wouldn't make the same mistakes that he had with Bae.

Rumple couldn't believe he was going to papa again. He was still absorbing the idea. He hoped he was going to a be good one. His worried thoughts were broken by Belle's voice.

"Rumple, I know that look," she said slowly. "What's wrong?'

"Nothing," he said with a small reassuring smile.

"Rumple, you need to tell me what bothering you." she said softly.

"You're right. I…" he sighed. "I just don't know if I will be a good father."

"You will be."

"I wasn't before."

"Yes you were, you just made bad choices. You loved Bae, and did everything you could to find him. You will be a good father. I know because you're the person who loves me the most. You care and protect the ones you loved. You'd sacrifice your life for them, and you already have done that."

"And of course I'll have you right by myside." He smiled.

"Forever."

"You'll be a great mother."

"How do you know that?" she put rested her chin in her hand and looked at him, waiting for an answer. He waited a bit before giving it.

"Because you're the most caring person I know. You see the good in everybody and always help out, even if you get nothing in return." She gave him an appreciative look, before going back to her meal. He did the same, finishing his food.

They finished with a decadent chocolate dessert and made their way to the exit of the restaurant. He helped her get her coat on, and she pulled her hair out of the coat as they walked out. She smiled happily as he took her hand.

"Thank you for taking me there Rumple. It was perfect."

"It was," he said agreeing. "I'm glad you liked It." he leaned in to kiss her. His lips pressed softly against hers. He was about to break away, when suddenly she did, as her name was called.

"Belle!" Belle turned at her name and her eyes widened.

"Natalie! Shawn! Wow I can't believe we ran into you." She said as the couple walked up to them.

"I know! How are you? How's the little one?" Natalie asked.

"Were both fine," Belle said with a laugh. "Actually I would like you to meet my husband," she said. Rumple stepped up and outstretched his hand to Shawn.

"Robert Gold."

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