Author Notes

So sorry for the long wait for a update, will try do better and update a lot quicker.

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Chapter Seven

Several hours had passed with Regina still staring at the wanted poster but suddenly she started tearing it up into pieces screaming out, "I didn't kill my son, I didn't" then repeating it over and over again she sunk to the floor.

They had been watching Regina closely ever since Rumple had handed her the wanted poster and truthfully were starting to worry when Regina seemed to not be reacting at all to what she could clearly see, that she was being framed for the murder of her son. However when she broke down they both looked at each other but with very different expressions upon them, Zelena had a sad but determined look upon her face but Rumple had a horrified look clearly not sure on how to proceed as for the first time in a long time he actually cared deeply for the person who was suffering especially now since he knew it was his daughter. Rolling her eyes at his clear distress Zelena slowly made her way towards Regina and getting on her knees she quickly pulled her into a hug saying, "We know you didn't murder your son" then gently placing her hands on either side of Regina's face Zelena made her look up at her before continuing with, "We will find whoever killed your son and we will get justice I promise"

Looking hopefully into Zelena's eyes Regina whispered out, "You believe me?" with a smile and a simple nod from her to show that she did in fact believe her she gave a soft smile back before continuing with, "You really believe we can find out who murdered my son?"

Getting to her feet Zelena put out her hands for Regina to grab and while pulling her up to her feet she said, "Believe me I will do everything in my power to find out who murdered your son but you need to do something for me"

Pulling out of her hold clearly upset Regina spat out, "Why do people always want something from me" but running her hands through her hair thinking of her son and whoever it was that killed him she let out a sigh before saying, "What exactly is if you want from me?"

Holding her hands up in surrender Zelena said rather calmly, "It's nothing bad I promise you, it's just I'm hoping that you will stay here with us just a little bit longer until we figure things out"

Snapping back Regina said, "You want me to continue living here?" Zelena nodded her head in answer so Regina expanded by saying, "If I don't want to, What exactly are you going to do to stop me?" but not letting Zelena answer Regina did for her by saying, "Hold me prisoner just like the king did?"

Rumple finally step forward letting his presence once again be known by saying, "Of course not, if you choose to leave we will let you go but I can tell you dearie it would not be in your best interest to leave"

Refusing to show the fear she was feeling Regina got into his face saying, "Is that a threat?"

Raising his hand Rumple conjured up chairs for the three of them taking his own before he responded to Regina by saying, "We are not the enemy Regina" then once again raising his hand he restored the wanted poster so she could see it once again and continued saying, "Their is a bounty out on your head and I don't think your realizing just how much this will put you in danger"

Taking the seat directly across from Rumple and looking straight at him Regina huffed out, "I'm not stupid, I do know the risks this will put me in but" then lowering her head she continued saying in a defeated voice, "If I'm going to have to spend my life as a prisoner maybe it's better..."

Horrified as Zelena understood straight away what Regina was getting at she said aloud, "You honestly believe getting handed over to the king would be better?" But not only refusing to look at her, Regina would wouldn't even answer her question so she continued with, "You would rather die being known as your sons killer than staying alive to find not only who did kill him but prove it wasn't you?"

Finally looking up at her Regina said, "I have nothing to live for without my son at least if I die I will be with him and Daniel again" if she hadn't been looking at Zelena when she said it she would have missed the hurt expression that crossed Zelena's face as she got up walking out the room without another word. With a worried but confused look upon her own face Regina turned to Rumple asking, "I don't understand did I do or say something wrong?"

Watching rather sadly at Zelena's retreating back Rumple answered her question with, "Yes but it's not your fault, you didn't know the life she had"

Taking in what he had said Regina asked, "What do you mean, what kind of life did she have?" but with his attention still placed firmly on Zelena she said out a little louder, "Rumple tell me please"

Letting out a sigh he turned back to Regina saying, "It's not my place to tell you" but before she could interrupt he continued with, "However I will, your sister had a difficult life she grew up feeling unwanted and unloved even from the people who choose to raise her after your mother abandoned her as a baby in the woods"

Shamefully Regina whispered out, "She really grew up like that?" with a nod from his head she continued with, "They must of loved her at some point they took her in?"

Pulling his chair closer to Regina he took her hands into his before saying, "Yes that was her life but you are also partly right she was loved to begin with" but before Regina could interrupt knowing that she was about to do he said, "Her father never wanted her, he only took her in because his wife did but your sister's magic appeared a lot younger than yours did and suddenly the people who raised her didn't want her anymore but unfortunately they cared more about what their neighbours thought about them so they kept her instead of giving her who would truly want her" taking a deep breath he then said, "It only got worst after her mother died because her father no longer felt the need to bother with her and the only time he did show her anything was when he would yell at her about her magic so since she had learned that they were not her real parents she decided to go to the wizard and find her real mother"

After several seconds Regina got up and began pacing the room saying, "Zelena's here to see mother, does she know mother is no longer here?" then working herself into a panic she paced even faster rushing out, "Does she know that I'm the reason mother isn't here?" But jumping to her own conclusion Regina spun around wide eyed staring at Rumple as she said, "She probably hates me because I'm the reason she will never meet mother... Omg she's here for revenge against me, I need to get out of here" then quicker than he thought he watched her bolt towards the exit.

Just as fast as her though Rumple teleported in front of her and grabbing onto either side of her head he began at a even faster rate to push the calming magic he was creating into her but noticing that the fear he said quietly, "Don't worry were not going to hurt you, I just need you to calm down" after several seconds she finally calmed down and with the help of Rumple he guiding her once again to the chair so she could sit. Once settled he pulled his own chair toward her so that he could sit directly in front of her before he began speaking again saying, "Your sister is not here to get revenge against you, the truth is your sister has known about your mother for years and was planning to come see her but she saw something that changed her mind and unfortunately whatever it was it lead your sister down a path of darkness"

Having been listening intently to what Rumple was saying Regina said rather sadly, "She saw me, I'm the reason she didn't come see mother" then with tears in her eyes she continued with, "I'm the reason my sister went dark"

Wiping away the tears that were now slowly making there way down her face Rumple said, "You are not the reason why your sister went dark" then with a genuine smile he added, "Your the reason that she now lives in the light"

Shocked Regina said, "Me, I'm the reason" then with a doubtful look in her eye she continued with, "Are you just saying that?"

Sitting back Rumple said, "No I'm not just saying it" letting out a deep sigh he added, "I'm going to be honest with you, your sister is in a battle of her own right now but I do believe it is one that she can win as long as she has you by her side"

Unable to hide her devastation Regina whispered out, "I couldn't even protect my son so tell me Rumple what chance do I have in protecting my sister from whoever it is that's after her" then running her hands through her hair in frustration she continued, "My sister will stand a far better chance of surviving without me because I'm no use" then after a brief pause she said sadly, "I'm no use to anyone"

With a little more anger than he intended Rumple growled out, "Don't say that about yourself" but when he saw Regina's shocked reaction he added, "sorry but you are a amazingly strong young women that any parent would be and should be proud of" unfortunately though she gave him a soft smile he could still see the confusing in her eyes because of his reaction but still not sure on how to approach the subject of her being his daughter he said, "Look your sister isn't in battle with another person, it's with herself and all you have to do is be there for her"

Even more confused Regina said, "I don't understand is she sick or something?"

Realizing that Regina was jumping to the wrong conclusion Rumple said, "No she is not sick then again some people would probably say she is sick but she isn't"

Interrupting him Regina sighed out, "Rumple just stop and tell me straight what is going on"

Staring at her for a few seconds Rumple quickly said, "Sorry, ok I guess I will start with telling you that your sister is the wicked witch of the west and judging by your look you have heard of her" with nod of her head he continued, "You've probably heard how she was dark to the core and born that way" another nod of her head he said, "I though as much but believe me your sister wasn't born dark she was made that way and if anyone knows darkness it's definitely me" sensing the sadness in his voice Regina was about to speak but Rumple stopped her by saying instead, "However your sister has got something not many people who have been touched by darkness get" seeing Regina's eyes light up with curiosity he couldn't stop the small smile appearing on his lips as he said, "Zelena as a chance at redemption but for it to work she needs your help"

Curiosity turning to hope Regina said, "I can really help her with the darkness?" simply nodding at her in response Regina asked, "Ok, What exactly do I have to do to help beside just be there for her?"

Beaming proudly that she wasn't as easy to fool as he believed Rumple said, "Your right you do have to do more and its simple all you got to do is show her that she is loved and wanted but not because you have to do it but because you want to"

Once again looking towards the door her sister went out Regina said rather sadly, "I really hurt her didn't I, when I said I have nothing left to live for?"

Also looking at the door Rumple answered with, "Yes but it's easily fixed because all you have to do is go an talk to her" but when Regina made no attempt to move he offered her some encouragement by saying, "Go on you can do it" finally getting up Regina went in search of her sister.

It didn't take long for Regina to find Zelena in one of the many bedrooms laying face down upon the bed obviously crying so slowly making her way over Regina lowered herself onto the bed and staring up at the ceiling she whispered out, "I'm so sorry Zelena, I didn't"

Interrupting her Zelena growled out, "I don't need your pity, I know you and Rumple were talking about me and that he told you about me but don't bother trying to act suddenly like you care because as you have said already there's nothing left for you to live for"

Turning onto her side so that she was facing Zelena she said, "Your right I did say that but I was wrong because I have you"

Also turning on her side so that she was now facing her sister Zelena said, "Don't say things you don't mean"

Taking a deep breath Regina said, "I do mean it, Look I'm not going to lie without my son it's going to be really difficult for me but I'm hoping you will help me get through it and maybe we can help each other get better" then snuggling closer to her sister she added, "I think we both deserve the chance so we should at least give it a shot."

Wrapping her arms around Regina she pulled her further into the hug before saying, "Let's give it a shot"

Several minutes passed in silence when Regina broke it by asking, "Zelena can you help me get Elijah back?"

Just from listening to her voice Zelena could sense the overwhelming sadness Regina was feeling and though she hated to do it she answered truthfully with, "I'm so sorry but there is no magic powerful enough to bring back"

Before she finished though Regina said, "The dead" and watching closely as Zelena slowly nodded her head yes. Lowering her head to hide her tears she asked, "Can you help me move Elijah?"

Slightly confused Zelena repeated, "Move Elijah, I don't understand"

Releasing the breath she had been holding Regina said, "I don't want Elijah's to be at that place with those people, I want to lay him to rest beside his father"

Running her fingers through Regina's hair in a soothing manner Zelena said, "You want him with Daniel?"

Staring at her Regina asked, "You know about Daniel?"

Zelena simply answered with, "Yes Rumple told me about him and that he was your true love that our mother murdered" and was glad when Regina took that answer as the truth because she was not yet ready to divulge that she had been watching her sister for several years now. Wanting to help her sister in someway Zelena said, "I can move Elijah to be with his father if that is what you want but you will have to tell me exactly where Daniel was laid to rest."

After telling Zelena exactly where Daniel was and with the promise from her that she would place her son with his father tomorrow Regina whispered out a, "Thank you" the rest of the day and evening passed with the sisters truly bonding as they told each other stories of their life. Later that evening all three sat down for a meal together before Zelena and Regina both retired to what was now their bedrooms in Rumple's castle as he entered his study to spin his gold since unfortunately he couldn't sleep.

What began as a peaceful sleep for Regina soon turned to a nightmare with not only her son but with Leopold as well and every time she tried to save Elijah she would fail and have to watch as Leopold killed him while laughing then after one to many of these images Regina shot awake with a gasp as her tears rolled heavily down her face. Getting up she quietly made her way to her sisters room to find her deep in sleep and not wanting to wake her she went to find Rumple instead but when she peeked into the study he was no where to be seen. Heading back to her room she suddenly knew who else she could go to and with a quick glance around she closed her eyes thinking of Jefferson as she poofed away then opening she found herself directly outside Jefferson's small cottage door. Not wanting to disturb Grace she gave the door a rather soft knock secretly hoping that Jefferson was still awake and was grateful when the door opened revealing Jefferson behind it. Shocked at first by his late night visitor it didn't last as he wrapped his arms tightly around her and not only pulling her into a hug but also inside as he said, "Omg Regina, I'm so glad you came because I've been so worried about you"

Smiling as she pulled out of the hug Regina said, "Sorry for coming by so late but I really needed to see a friendly face" then lowering her voice she whispered out, "I hope I've not disturbed Grace"

Retrieving a bottle of wine he held it up in offer to Regina before saying, "Don't apologize for visiting and as for Grace she is not here"

Nodding yes in response to the wine Regina took a seat at the small kitchen table before asking, "Where is Grace?"

Pouring the wine Jefferson said, "At a sleepover with the girl who just moved in with her parents about a fifteen minute walk from here" then taking a seat directly across from her he said without thinking, "I'm glad she has made a friend especially since now she doesn't have Elijah" but once it came out he regret saying it so tried to apologize saying, "Regina I didn't, I'm sorry I"

Regina interrupted him by saying, "It's fine Jefferson, I'm really happy that Grace has made a friend because it will be good for her to have someone to play with"

"Regina I'm so sorry about Elijah" but when he noticed that she was going to interrupt him again Jefferson held up his hand saying, "No please don't interrupt because I need to say this" waiting till he saw her nod his head he continued with, "I should have said to you sooner about Elijah" watching her closely he added, "I know the king has a bounty on your head for the murder of your son"

Assuming he believes it Regina gets up fast and makes her way towards the door to leave saying, "I didn't murder my son, I couldn't... I wouldn't... how can you believe that I would"

Grabbing her before she could exit he wrapped his arms tightly around her saying, "Regina I don't believe you did it, I know you would never hurt Elijah"

Spinning in his arms to face him Regina says, "You believe me"

"Of course I do" was Jefferson simple but honest reply because he knew in his heart that it was the truth Regina would rather die than hurt her child in anyway.

Tears streaming down her face Regina clung to Jefferson while saying, "I miss him so much" then after a pause where she struggled to get her breath she gasped out, "I want him back"

Worried about her Jefferson lifted her up into his arms before sitting back down and while cradling her he attempted to soothe her while saying, "It's ok just let it all out, no one will judge you for breaking" then beginning to rock from side to side he softly hummed the lullaby Regina would sing to Elijah to soothe him.

Head buried in Jefferson neck Regina began to calm down and she was breathing a lot easier but with so much emotions running through her at the same Regina decided she needed a distraction and started to kiss and suck on his neck. Making her way slowly to his mouth she said before capturing his lips in a passionate kiss, "Help me Jefferson"

Pulling her back so that he could actually look at her Jefferson says, "I want to help you Regina but I don't think this is the best way to do that so how about we just talk"

Getting up from his lap but before Jefferson could stand up Regina pushed him back down then straddling him so that they where now face to face she began grinding down upon him saying, "Jefferson please this will help just please take my mind off everything even if it's just for a little bit"

Unable to hide the fact that Regina was definitely turning him on as he was already hardening beneath her but still not convinced it was a good idea he said, "I'm really not sure about this Regina, I think"

Stopping her movements Regina slumped forward and whispered out, "Jefferson I need this but if you don't then I will just go"

Grabbing onto her hips to prevent her from getting off Jefferson said, "No don't go I want to just as much as you do, I just don't want us to do something one of us might regret later because we let our emotions get the better of us" then rather sadly he added, "I don't want to lose you or our friendship."

Trying to reassure him Regina says, "I promise you won't ever lose me or our friendship because it means a lot to me and I would be lost without you so you have nothing to worry about"

Suddenly standing up causing Regina to let out a squeal and cling even tighter to him with her legs now firmly wrapped around his waist Jefferson let out a giggle before saying, "Ok then I think we should move this to the bedroom"

Giving him a playful slap Regina giggled too saying, "Whatever you want"

Once in the bedroom Jefferson placed her onto her feet but quickly grabbed her wrist when he saw she was about to magic there clothes away and began saying, "No magic, I want to undress you myself" with nod from her head Jefferson very slowly undressed Regina was bare before and looking her over he pulled her towards him kissing her rather fiercely while saying, "You are absolutely stunning"

Blushing at his admiration of her Regina covered it by saying "Thank you but I do believe you are over dressed" then proceeded to remove his clothing also" he lifts Regina into his arms once again and places her rather gently on the bed. Watching him closely as he goes to the foot of the bed and slowly starts kissing his way up her body Regina panics when he stops moving directly in front of her most private area and blurted out, "Jefferson what are you doing" but it soon turns to a gasp as Jefferson answers her question by using his tongue to slid up and down her folds before he latches on to the small bundle of nerves and sucks hard.

Back arched Regina was about to orgasm for third time with Jefferson only still using his mouth and fingers to bring her release. Flooding his mouth once again with her juices he finally makes his way up her body only stopping when they are face to face and with a lick of his lips and a smile on his face he says, "You taste absolutely divine"

Smiling up at him Regina says rather breathlessly, "That was amazing"

Taking his cock in hand he ran his hand up and down his length till he was hard then looking at Regina he said, "Are you ok to continue?" nodding at him eagerly he smiled before saying, "Ok, can you spread your legs as far as you can without it hurting"

Doing as he asked Regina never took her eyes off him as he positioned himself in between her legs and lined himself up perfectly at her opening. Regina was looking up at him with confusing because no one apart from maybe Daniel had given her this much attention or cared about whether or not she was actually receiving pleasure and this was why she whispered out, "Thank you"

Caressing her face Jefferson asked, "For what"

Slightly embarrassed Regina avoids his stare saying, "For caring"

Making her look at him Jefferson answers with, "Your welcome" then kissed her passionately. Wrapping her legs completely around him Regina gives a small roll of hips to let him know that she wants him to continue and smiling with his lips still on her he begins to slowly penetrate her.

Feeling every inch of him as he entered her Regina couldn't stop the moan that escaped her especially when he started to pull out only to push straight back into her. He was going at a slow pace so Regina needing more asked, "Jefferson can you please go faster and maybe a little harder"

Responding to her request Jefferson picked up is pace moaning out as he felt how tight she was around him, "Is this ok for you" unable to speak she simply nodding her head as he continued. It wasn't long before he felt Regina tighten even more around and a few more thrust from him he felt her juices flooding his still hardened shaft. Unsure if Regina would want him to continue he stopped asking, "Can I continue or"

Coming down from her high Regina immediately started rolling her hips as she moaned out, "Don't stop" not needing to be told twice Jefferson started to thrust in and out of her again.

A little over a hour later Regina had already achieved several orgasms and now with Jefferson desperate for his own release he was pounding hard and very fast into her. Bed bouncing off the wall Jefferson felt what he now knew to be the sign of Regina's release so picking up his pace even more he was now giving her deep powerful thrust and for the last time Regina achieved release but this time bring Jefferson along with her as he spilled is seed deep within her. Slowly pulling out of her he rolled onto his back beside her saying, "WOW"

Regina got up saying, "I'm going to clean myself up" and when she jad done this she returned to the bedroom to find Jefferson fast asleep so with a quick kiss to his forehead Regina poofed herself back to Rumple's castle.

Inside what was now known as her bedroom Regina crawled into bed smiling that the other occupants hadn't seen to notice her gone but suddenly Rumple's voice rang out from the darkness asking, "Where have you been?"

Shooting up Regina pulled the covers further up her body saying, "Dammit Rumple were the hell are you" looking around what appeared to be a empty room Regina growled out, "Show yourself Rumple"

Lowering the invisibility spell he had on Rumple was perched on the end of Regina's bed and now that Regina could see him it was pretty clear that he was extremely angry but before she could say anything he growled out again, "Where have you been?" Rolling her eyes at him Regina was about to answer back sarcastically however Rumple noticed this and with a booming voice he yelled, "Do not roll your eyes at me young lady and tell me now where have you been?"

Truthfully Regina was terrified and was relieved when Zelena came into the room saying, "What's with all the yelling" before she let out a big yawn she said, "Some of us are trying to sleep"

Regina was about to answer but Rumple interrupted her saying, "Your little sister sneaked out and was just about to tell me where she was" then looking directly at Regina he added, "isn't that right Regina"

Fear gone Regina huffed out, "Firstly for your information I didn't sneak out, I went out there is a difference and also No I am not telling you where I was because it is none of your bussiness" then getting into his face she said, "You are not my husband or my father so you don't get to tell me what to do"

Standing watching them Zelena for the first time could notice the similarities between the pair but she also knew that Rumple was about ready to explode and probably reveal more to Regina than he intended at the time so getting in between them Zelena said, "Rumple leave and Regina get to bed we will discuss this tomorrow when the two of you have had time to calm down" Taking his leave Zelena waited till Regina was in bed before she exited the room and upon finding Rumple she said, "What the hell Rumple do you want to drive her away"

Answering truthfully he said, "No but we do have a problem"

Taken aback Zelena, "Really" and with the look he gave her she knew instantly something was wrong so she said, "What is it?"

Taking a deep breath he rushed out, "It's Prince Henry"

Worried Zelena said, "Omg has something happened to Regina's father"

Rumple answered with, "No not yet but the king has made it clear if Regina does not return within three days then her father will be executed"

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