Emily woke up in the spacious room her fell asleep in the night before. She was so confused. That felt so real. What happened? She decided to ignore the lingering feeling and went to eat breakfast. Everyone else was already up and eating. She sat in her regular spot and just ate her meal in silence. She occasionally glanced at her mom, trying to see if anything was off. She then looked at Snow, who looked very concerned. She would have to check on that later. She just ate her food and went to training. Neal was cleared for exercise and decided to take it easy for one day. She spent hour upon hour, just sparing and talking with her uncle, who was not really that much older. She had a weird family and she wouldn't have it any other way. She was mainly talking about all the adventures he went on and how much fun she would want to have doing what he has been doing. He entertained her with the idea of lost lands and how much his family went through. She was truly touched by his words. She loved it when he said, "Emily, you are just as special as anyone in this family. We all have our unique abilities and I think that you will have the biggest heart. You have showed so much compassion towards me and you hardly know me. You have been through so much and I couldn't be prouder." Her heart fluttered at his words and he would make a great leader one day. He was so compassionate and helpful to everyone and that shows his social skills, fit for a king. She remained training all day without a break. She had so much pent up energy that she didn't know where it came from. She finally went back to the castle to find Snow and Charming talking very passionately about something.

"Snow, nothing is going on. Regina is just being, well, Regina."

"David, that is not how she has ever acted. I lived with her for a long time and I know her actions. She wouldn't change her style. And my dream didn't feel like a dream."

"Sorry to interrupt," Emily started, "But, Snow, you had a dream. Were Regina and I in it? Did we go to the Underworld?"

"Yes. How did you know?"

"Because that was also mine. I also did something else and something happened to mom, but I don't remember what. That means that it wasn't a dream. Two people can't just share a dream without magic interfering, so therefore we were part of a magical ploy."

"Yup, Snow, she definitely comes from our family. That determination is what we have and if she believes this, she is probably right."

"Yes, but who; why; and what happened?"

"Something from when I was in the Underworld. I just remember someone yelling that she would love me no matter where I was. I don't remember the name, but she had red hair and had a thick accent. She was with Hades, I think."

"Zelena. She did this. But what did she do and why would she say she loves you if you never met."

"People in the Underworld can look into their families, but how is she related to me?"

"She is Regina's older half-sister. They didn't really get along with one another. Zelena remained in the Underworld with Hades."

"So what would she want with me?"

"I have no idea. She wouldn't intend to hurt you, it would be something with Regina. I think we should keep this between us. I don't want Emma to worry about her wife and Henry about his mom, but we need to keep Regina busy and see what she does."

"Okay, but I am going to figure this out. She is my mom and I can open up to her. I have never had that opportunity until now and I'm not going to miss it."

"I know it, sweetie. Just stay strong and act normal."

"Okay. I am going to eat. I have not had a break all day and I still have a lot of energy."

Emily left her grandparents to talk about this. She went to the kitchen to get something to eat and decided to make some of her own food. She made some lasagna that she learned about and ate the whole tin. She didn't feel tired, so she continued to run like the wind. She didn't even stop when it was pitch black. She stopped when she heard Zelena's voice. She suddenly stopped and leaned against a tree.

"Hello, is anyone there?"

"Zelena, what do you want!?"

"Emily!? It isn't Zelena, it's Regina. I need your help!"

"No, this is all a trick. Another scheme."

"It isn't. I promise you, I am Regina."

"How do I know you are telling the truth?"

"Ask me anything."

"When was the first time we connected and had a real conversation? Not when we met, but when we connected. Zelena can't track emotions. So, when and where was it?"

"We were eating our first family dinner together and I made lasagna with red pepper flakes. You and I went on the balcony to talk and I said that you just gave Henry and Emma dessert. I wan't mad at you and we just talked about whatever. You said some things in Mandarin and it wan't that bad. We just covered the basics."

"Mom."

"Yes, it's me. What is Zelena doing?"

"I don't know. I don't even know what happened. What is going on? Where are you? How is this even happening!?"

"Emmy, I need you to calm down. Breathe for me. I think I am switched with my sister, so she would be me. What has my body been doing?"

"I don't know. Snow figured something was wrong. You weren't at training and then you didn't come and find me. I had so much energy today and I don't know why. I think 'you' stayed in the castle all day. I thought it was weird, but since you are the queen, no one dares to question."

"I should have known. Sweetie, I need you to drag Z to the Underworld. We need to have a nice long chat about her identity issues."

"How am I supposed to do that? If I suggest it, she will know something is up."

"You are going to have to get someone in on this one."

"Who?"

"It has to be Snow. She had a feeling and I trust her. She will have to be part of this, but the rest of the family can't know. They will also probably try to kill you and disown you."

"I will talk to Snow. I don't care how it makes them feel if I can get you back. I love you and I will get this to work."

"I love you too, darling. Now, hurry. I am going to talk to my mother about all of this. I am going to have to show that I am me and not her."

"Good luck. Contact me whenever you want to. I will always be listening."

"Goodbye, sweetie. I love you."

Emily didn't hear her mom's voice anymore and decided that it was time to get this plan going. She had to hurry up or she was going to be in so much trouble. She also had to be civil with Z and that was something she hated to do. She would never forgive herself if her mom didn't make it back. She ran back to the castle. She didn't know how long she was running for, until she got to the castle after a few hours. She really did have a lot of energy. She went through the gates and had o find Snow. She didn't find Snow and then saw that it was maybe 1 in the morning. She would let her grandmother sleep for a while and then wake her up. Emily had no idea what to do, and sleep was certainly not an option, so she went to the woods again and continued to run around. She went around the border of the kingdom a couple time (more like 20, but she wasn't counting). She saw the sun would be rising and climbed a tree to get the most perfect view. She the heard her mom's voice talking to her about the sunrise. She missed her and it hadn't even been a day. She just imagined her mom in the tree and them just talking about all the colors that were presented. Emily wanted to remember this moment, so she tried using her magic. She focused on the love of her mom and then an object she wanted. She then was presented with an isle and some pain brushes. She always loved art and quickly drew to image in front of her. She never had a reason to draw and now she had one. She made each hue different from the last and had the silhouette of the trees with the fire-y background with the sun rising over the horizon. She would totally tell her mom about it when she had the chance.

She started to go back to the castle, but walked instead. She didn't want to destroy the picture and running would mess with the paints. She was almost at the castle, when she ran into Snow. Snow looked very worried, maybe even frantic. Emily was about to run up to her, when she then spotted that David was with her. Damn, I can't talk to her with him there. Will he just leave her alone for maybe a few minutes. She walked calmly over to Snow and Snow gave her a warning look. Shit. Why is she looking at me like that? What did I do this time? Emily kept slowly walking and stayed silent the whole time. She had no intention of initiating this conversion, so Snow was forced to start.

"Emily, sweetie, what's going on? Where were you? Are you okay?" Snow asked kindly.

"Can I talk to you in private?"

Snow was slightly taken aback, but decided that it would be best. She led Emily to a remote area around the castle and left Charming on his own. "Emily, what is going on?"

"Zelena switched with mom and now mom is stuck in the Underworld. She needs me to get her back and she has this plan where I have to kill someone so the rest of the family will come and save them, but they could possibly kill me in the process. I asked who it should be and she said you because she trusts you and everyone would go for you. That is the only reason I have to tell you this. So are you in?" Emily said all of this very quickly.

"Yes. Now what is this plan."

"I am going to kill Regina. Zelena will go to the Underworld and I will follow. I can't tell anyone else and this could get me killed for treason. I am not going to give up."

"That sounds mostly thought out. I can assist. I will be in the throne room with Regina, so I can keep an eye on her. Zelena will not be able to escape. You will need to come talk to me, so that I have a window to get Emma. She has to be there when her wife gets killed. I don't want to, but she has to feel the loss. Regina in the Underworld will be fine. She knows what is going on and when her business is finished, she will move on or you will pull her back."

"I can't lose her. I finally have someone to open up to and I can't lose her. I can't lose my family. I may destroy what I have with Emma, but anything is worth Regina's life. She has gone through so much. Her happy ending is with ma and I will ensure that she gets it."

"You are a hero. It is in your blood. Regina always knows this and she will not give up."

"I miss her."

"I do as well. I have to get back to David before he suspects something. You will also take over your squad's training."

"WHAT!? They will never respect me. I am the same age as them. Have you never read The Lord of the Flies. They will turn on me faster than the wind changes direction."

"You are a hero as well as a leader. You want respect, earn it. You want them to listen to you, listen to them. Find the person you want them to be and show it in yourself. Save this family and you will be able to have a happy ending."

"Fine. I love you, grandma."

"I love you more. I really must go. You have some people that need a leader."

Snow sauntered away and went back to David. Emily took a minute to recover from the latest thing. She had to lead people that had no intention of listening. She has to be a leader and speak out. She had to save her family and not be killed. She has so much to worry about. Anything could go wrong and anything could happen. She didn't want to go, but a hand rested on her shoulder. No one was there, so she thought it was her mom. The most powerful and strong woman she has ever met. Her mom gave her courage and strength that she needed. She knew she could not fail this task. She had to find a way to save her. She needed to know that her daughter loved her mother. She imagined that her mom was with her at that moment, guiding her. She got the courage to go and confront her fears. She went to her team. They all bowed, but she could sense the tension. She knew she had to show courage and be brave. She echoed the words that she felt in her heart.

"I know this is not ideal. You don't need to bow, for I am not a queen and nor do I expect to be treated as one. You all show potential and I am happy to show it to you. You all have something inside that makes you special. You all can be heroes. I am just going to be aiding. You don't have to respect me because I am not someone who you have trusted. You fear parts of me and that is understandable. You all are strong enough to defeat any foe and I am going to be with you ever single step of the way. I want all of you to do your best and we can all lead one another. The first thing that needs to be done is doing drills."

The soldiers all rose and started to do their warm-ups. Emily could see that she made a small impact. She walked around everyone and could tell what their weakest points were. She made mental notes and decided that she would do something about them. This was for her mom and that was enough to make her bold and outgoing. She would make her family proud and would make her mother proud. That is all she ever wanted. She made small hints during battles and walked around and saw hope and power in her soldier's eyes. She could see the determination that makes for one hell of a hero. She could also see that they were all of pure souls. She then knew that it was time for her to do something she would never want to repeat. She was going to go to hell to get back her family, but hell would be worth all of the shit she would be causing. She was ready to be the hero she was born to be.

A/N: I am taking suggestions about how you want the story to go. Thank you all for putting up with my horrible writing. Just take a few positive messages from my writing. Also, if you are in the US, HAPPY ONCE DAY! Regina was a true goddess tonight and she deserves to be happy. I miss Henry Sr. though. If there are any other stories you want written, make sure to comment and I will do the bast I can. Thanks for everything.-Liv