Hi guys! I know it has been a while, sorry. I got a new job and it is hectic but I love it. This is the final chapter. Before we continue, I want to say thank you! Thank you for everyone who had follow me and my stories. Thank you for going through this journey with me. I love Maleficent, and wished that they would explore more of her story. I love dragon queen pairing, not to say I don't enjoy other Regina pairing, but I think we all can agree that we want her to be happy, she deserves it.

I also want to thank everyone who had review on both this story and Dragon Heart. It's really encouraging that you guys like my ideas, my interpretation, and even my original characters. I love writing Evie/Sophia, Morgan, Jocelyn, Marcus, Daegan, J.R., Alex, Kristen. They and my other characters from the WOEE stories had help me grow as a writer (ie. Nyssa, Anna, Aria). And you the reviewers with your encouraging word help me continue my stories, their stories. And sadly, like with most stories, they must end. I will miss them all and I am happy that they got their "happy ending".

I want to give a shout out to my last reviewer Paupus. Yes I do read all the reviews. And Thank you for saying that I have originality in my work, I really strive for that. I hope Paupus is reading this.

And Finally, I want to thank the readers. Yes you the readers. Even the ones that don't favorite or follow, but still click on the story when you see that I added a chapter. (I do the same as well). Knowing that there is people around the world reading my stories and keep coming back is an amazing feeling. Thank you.

And for those of you who is still reading this author's note, this is my last story on this site. I love writing fan fiction. Without this site, I would never have the courage to express my ideas and showcase my creativity. I will always be thankful of that. But, I know that there is some stories left unsaid. So if there is a demand for one shot shorts for either this story or dragon heart, there is a high chance I would be willing to do that. I would need you to PM me and from there I would have to see if I can make it work in their worlds. The thing I will not do is smut/lemon. If you haven't notice, I don't feel comfortable doing that, so I won't.

Again, thank you so much and now on with the story.

One Year Later

Regina came home with a newly boughten ring hidden in her purse. She knew this was right, Maleficent was right. Henry may had been the reason she wanted to become a better person, but Mal was the reason why she wanted to stay that person. Regina admit, their relationship wasn't all flowers and rainbows, and Regina was glad that it wasn't. Regina could see that Mal still had that fire inside of her that attracted Regina. Yeah sometimes Regina was on the receiving end of it, but how they made up was so worth it.

But it was more that attraction when it came to Maleficent, it was acceptance of what she did and her forgiveness. Regina had told Mal of what had happened in the last thirty years and Mal had shared her stories. Regina felt awful that she had trapped Mal in that cave and was surprised she didn't go insane. If she could time travel, Regina would have a few moments she would redo; trapping Mal was one of them. Maleficent knew that Regina was going back into the dark part of her mind and she had to stop it. Maleficent had told her that she forgave Regina for everything. For casting the curse and locking her up, for pushing her away. Maleficent knew first hand what pain and revenge can do on a person. Mal promised that she would never leave Regina, that this time she was stronger.

Regina loved that about Mal, she had the ability to make her feel that she was special, even when she had done wrong. For such a scary dragon, Maleficent had the biggest heart.

Granted, Maleficent had told Regina that she would never forgive Snow and David for what they did to Lily and how they were indirectly the reason Evie was gone. However, she agreed not to seek revenge on the Charmings for Henry's sake. Maleficent had grown to care for the boy and would not want to harm him. So she let the Charmings be. Maleficent avoided them at all cost unless it was necessary.

Regina shook her head as she heard laughter coming from the living room. Setting down her purse on a table in the hall, she followed the laughter. Her smile beamed at this perfect sight, Mal was playing legos with her grandson. The two had build a castle and two dragons flying around it.

Regina crossed her arms and leaned on the doorway taking in this perfect sight. This is what she wanted. She wanted a family. She wanted to be in Mal's family. She wanted to wake up next to her everyday, to hopefully have a chance to raise a child with her. To be hers and only her.

Marcus yelled Regina's name when he finally noticed her. He ran up to her and threw his small chubby arms around her leg. It reminded her of Henry when he was that age. Mal greeted her with a kiss on the lips.

Maleficent offered to watch Marcus for the night as her son wanted to take Jocelyn out. The two were making lasagna as Marcus continued to play with his legos in the living room. They shared about their day and how Maleficent had taken Marcus to the park before she went to see the girls at their store.

"I was thinking-"

"A dangerous pastime I know," Regina teased as she finish washing the bowl they used to make the cheese stuffing.

"You're so funny dear," Mal said sarcastically. "But in all seriousness, I think we should have a big dinner. You know with you and me, the girls, Henry, Morgan, Jocelyn."

"Not a bad idea, but what for?"

"Just because. We all have been busy lately and I thought it would be a good idea."

Maleficent wasn't wrong. Morgan had been slowly teaching Lily about the family business and planned to start teaching magic at the high school. There were many children in Storybrooke that had a magic background, but haven't pratice it. He wanted to help them to learn to control it instead of fear it. As for Lily, she was really good when it came to numbers and was learning about magic from her family. Evie, being her main teacher. Henry had been focus on school and helping out Snow and David with their barn. So maybe a dinner was something they need.

"I think it is a perfect idea," Regina wiped her hands on the dish towel as she walked over to Maleficent. Regina trapped Mal between the island and herself. She leaned closer, lips barely touching. "My dear Maleficent," her eyes closed as she claimed her lips. She could feel one of Maleficent's hands pulling on her hair while the other pulled her in closer. Regina moaned in response. How was she this lucky?

Maleficent was the one to break the kiss and excused herself before things got heated. She went to go get Marcus in the other room. Regina's phone went off as she removed the lasagna from the oven. It was a message from Lily.

So did you ask her?

Regina rolled her eyes and replied no not yet. Lily was just impatient as her mother. Before she put the phone down, Lily asked why not.

Regina chuckled as she wrote that she wanted it to be perfect.

Regina's phone went off once more.

Mom, this is Evie. I really think you should ask her soon. I have seen the both of you in love ever since I was a child. You love her and she you. And if you need any help, Lily and I would be glad to offer our assistance.

Yeah we will

This made Regina smile. She had to admit, when she and Mal first became a couple, she was worried about if her children would be accepting of their relationship. Henry was all for it as long as she had her happy ending. Lily was more guarded, more because she wasn't use of having a family who was very affectionate, but the relationship didn't bother her. Morgan was very protective of his mother, so it took some time for Regina to win him over. As for Evie, she was glad that they were finally together.

Regina replied that they would talk about later that week. She placed her phone back into her pocket and carried the lasagna to the dining room. She raised an eyebrow as Marcus came running into the room with Maleficent nowhere in sight.

"Gina, I'm sorry I knocked down your bag. I didn't see it," he looked down sheepishly.

"Were you running?" she cut him a small piece of the lasagna, already knowing the answer. Marcus stayed quiet. "I'm not mad at you. I need you to be more careful. Understand?" She placed his plate down. Marcus furiously shook his head.

After Regina helped him into his seat, she set out to find Maleficent.

Regina went down the hallway and suddenly stopped at mid step, staring at Maleficent. Regina's purse was on the ground with everything spilled out. Maleficent was knelt now with a blue velvet opened that held a interwoven golden band that held a ruby stone in the center. Tiny diamonds surrounded the stone. Maleficent couldn't take her eyes off of it as tears slide down her face.

This wasn't how Regina wanted to propose, but this would have to do. She walked towards Maleficent and knelt in front of her. Regina touched her hand and Maleficent's eyes snapped up and looked at her.

"Regina," Maleficent said breathlessly. Regina smiled at her and wiped the tear away.

"Mal," words didn't need to be exchanged as Maleficent nod her head yes. Regina took the small box away from Maleficent and removed the ring. Regina slid the ring onto Mal's finger. It fit perfectly. Just like Mal.

Three years later

Maleficent watched her wife as she was putting on the finishing touches of her make up. Looking back from where she started, she knew she didn't deserve this. A stepson who had just graduated high school. A son who was very protective of his family, especially his wife and two sons. Two daughters that ran a successful apothecary business. And an amazing wife.

As she thought about this, Maleficent unconsciously placed a hand on her stomach. On cue, she felt a kick. A smile crept on her face. She wasn't sure if it was her son or daughter, but one of her twins had just kicked. It was becoming more common as she was closer to her due date, but it still amazed her her.

"Is everything alright?" Regina asked as she put on her earring. Regina was worried, that was sweet. Maleficent nod her head.

"Your child just kicked me."

"My child?" Regina placed a hand over her heart, pretending to be hurt. "Well my dear, it takes two to tango," Regina wrapped her arms around her waist and gave her a peck on the lips. Maleficent didn't know how she could do that? Make her feel beautiful when she felt huge.

"Mom," both Regina and Maleficent's head shot up as they saw Lily standing at the doorway. "We were right Evie. They were making out," Lily called out to her sister who was downstairs. "You two need to hurry up, Henry's graduation party is about to start and me and Eve aren't going to play hostess," she huffed and walked away.

"She gets that from you," Maleficent intertwine her fingers with Regina's.

"No my dear, that's all you," the two walked hand to hand downstairs, excited for what the future holds for them and their growing family. But the one thing they know to be true is that no matter where they are, they will be in each other's heart.

Song inspired for this chapter: Perfect, Ed Sheeran. Home, Shoshana Bean. And You'll be In My Heart, Wilemjin Verkaik version. I highly recommend listening to them, they are really good. Especially Shoshana, she is an amazing person.