As class was wrapping up, Rosabella couldn't get her mind off of Daring. She was hoping this wouldn't happen but little did she know it would. Her thoughts were interrupted as the bell rang and the girls began to file out. "Rosabella." The White Queen called. Rosabella got her books and walked over to her teacher's desk.

"Yes, Your Majesty?"

"Headmaster Grimm would like to see you in his office." The headmaster wanted to see her? What had she done wrong? Was it because she shouted at Daring? The White Queen noticed her worry; "Fear not young princess, you are not in trouble, he just needs to discuss something with you" Rosabella nodded, bowed and made her way out of the room.

When she reached the headmaster's office, she lightly knocked on the door and heard a deep voice telling her enter. As she opened the door, she was surprised to find Daring sitting in one of the seats. "Have a seat Miss Beauty." Grimm said gesturing to the empty seat next to Daring. "Now I suppose your wonder why I've called the two of you in here today"

"Couldn't care less," A deadpanned Daring replied then turned to Rosabella grinning, "Trust me, I tried." Rosabella blushed and looked down at her hands.

The headmaster rolled his eyes and continued, "Now, for the first time in I don't know how long Mr Charming went to one of his classes," Rosabella nodded, though wondering what this had to do with her as the headmaster went on, "That in itself is a good sign but his grades need a major improvement. Now, Rosabella Beauty is one of our top students, isn't that right my dear?"

Rosabella's eyes widened, "Umm... I suppose so Headmaster Grimm".

Grimm clapped his hands together, "Well then, it's settled! Rosabella, you will be tutoring Daring Charming for... well, everything" Rosabella's eyes widened.

"Hey, wait a minute Grimm!" Daring exclaimed, "You can't just make someone do something like that without talking to them first!" Grimm rolled his eyes, "I doubt Miss Beauty will have a problem with it"

"Well, I do!" Rosabella couldn't take it, she hated arguing. She quickly got up from her seat, bowed at the headmaster and quickly made her way out of the room. She felt her lips tremble, why on earth did she feel the need to cry? A single tear fell down her cheek as she quickly walked away but unbeknownst to her, Daring was right behind her. She found an empty bench by the courtyard and just collapsed in her seat. She started reading one of her books when a shadow cast over her. Daring Charming was standing in front of her.

"Mind if I sit with you?" He asked softly. She shook her head and scooted over a bit. Daring took a deep breath as he sat down, "Look, I'm sorry Grimm surprised you like that. He surprised me too, I had no idea it was you he was talking about" Why was he telling her this? Daring gave her a desperate look, "If you don't want to help me, I completely understand but I really don't know what I'm doing anymore and I-I need help because I think w-want to do better" He turned his head back and sighed, "I just don't know how"

He was about to get up and leave when a soft voice destroyed the very thought, "Okay."

He looked at her with wide eyes, "You'll help me?" Rosabella smiled and nodded.

He smirked and stuck his hand out to her, she raised an eyebrow at him, "But only if you're serious about this."

It was Daring's turn to raise an eyebrow, "Alright Beauty, you've got yourself a deal." She took his hand and they shook on it. Daring couldn't help but feel that her hand was fitting perfectly in his.

"So when do we start?" He said as he let go of her hand.

She picked up her Chem-myth-y book, "We could start right now if you want"

Daring smirked, "You must really want me around if you're already ready" Rosabella blushed and turned away. Daring quickly noticed her discomfort, "So, where do we start on this?" Daring smiled slightly. Rosabella started to explain the subject and Daring was actually absorbing the information and before they knew it, they had spent two hours studying. Daring willingly learned something

Rosabella packed her books in her bag and rose from the bench but not before saying goodbye, "Have a nice evening... Charming."

Daring smirked, "Yeah, yeah. You too Beauty" Rosabella blushed as she started to walk away, "Hey Rosabella" She turned around and blinked. Daring stood up and looked... nervous, "I...uh... well... thank you."

Daring felt his face heat up when she beamed at him and her sweet voice whispered, "You're welcome Daring"

The next morning, Rosabella woke up feeling very dizzy. She then realized that she fell asleep at her desk. Again. She went to wake up Darling. That was a task as Darling was a heavy sleeper. Every day was like the one before. Rosabella fixed herself up and made sure Darling was out of bed before she left for the castleteria. She had her oatmeal with strawberries and chocolate chips as she always did while she was engrossed in her latest novel. "Moring Cousin" Briar waved as she passed by Rosabella's seat.

"Hi Briar"

"What are you reading?"

"It's about two lovers in a fair city called Verona"

"Sounds boring... have fun!" Rosabella shrugged as Briar left to sit with Apple and Ashlynn.

Daring entered the castleteria and sat with Apple as he always did. He didn't want to be her prince charming but that didn't mean he hated her. He also knew that Apple didn't see him that way. He then noticed Rosabella sitting by herself, Darling was probably still sleeping. He could help but look at how even though her brown and red hair was pulled back in a half ponytail, it still fell over her shoulders. Her eyes were focused intensely on her book as she ate her food, the spoon missing her mouth the first time due to her being so engrossed in what she was reading. It wasn't really ladylike but he found it adorable. "Daring?" Wait what? He looked to his right to see Apple staring worryingly at him, "Are you alright?"

"Of course I am, why wouldn't I be?" Daring said returning his gaze to Rosabella.

Apple noticed his staring at Rosabella and her mouth formed an 'o' shape. "Go talk to her."

"What?"

"Go talk to her, it's clear you want to" Apple smiled. Daring gave a small smile back and went over to Rosabella.

He sat down next to Rosabella but she didn't even notice. "Good morning Beauty" Rosabella looked to her left and saw that Daring was next to her. How long had he been there? She blinked a few times and Daring chuckled when he noticed a grain of oat on the corner of her mouth. Rosabella gasped softly as Daring's hand took her chin again and he leaned forward with an intense look on his face. She felt his thumb flick something away from her mouth as Daring leaned in. She felt her face heat up and she was sure it was as red as her highlights.

She couldn't tell what he was thinking when his deep voice whispered, "You have freckles..." Daring let go of her chin but continued to stare with a curious look on his face. Was there something else on her face? She subconsciously raised her book in front of her face but she could still feel his stare.

She heard Daring give a hearty laugh, "You think just because there's a book in front of your face, I can't see you?" she shook his head and placed his hand on the book to look at her again. "You should know that you do live up to your name, you are quite a beauty" Rosabella felt her face heat up even more as she bit her lip. Despite what people said, Daring wasn't as intimidating up close. He was, of course, very handsome but there was something sweet and almost kind about him. The problem was that he seemed intimidating no matter what due to her chronic shyness. They had talked a little the day before and she technically was his tutor but she still could not bring herself to say much outside of school work.

She suddenly noticed some people staring and felt a few glares from Daring's admirers, this wasn't good. She quickly whispered, "We can study after classes, I have to go now. Have a nice day Daring." She rushed out of the there, book in hand and glad that she had finished her breakfast before that happened. Daring just sat there staring at Rosabella's retreating form, wishing he could go after her. Wait... who said he couldn't? He wanted to get to know the shy rose, now was his chance. He ignored the confused stares as he rushed after until he was met by his sister in the hallway with a disapproving look on her face.