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Regina started to wake to the feeling of something heavy atop her chest. Opening her eyes she was met with identical brown ones, staring back at her. As the sleep was fading away, flashbacks of the previous night were starting to gain focus in her mind. Colin's broken wrist and their trip to the hospital, his pleads for Emma to come to the hospital and her inability to do so and finally her fight with Emma which had led to her sleeping in the guest room with Ezra snuggled into her side. Remembering that she was still mad at Emma she sighed and decided to go and speak to her once she got up from bed. Ezra was playing with her nose as he was waiting patiently for Regina's orders on what to do next.

''Good morning my little prince. Did you have a good sleep?'' Regina asked earning a nod from the boy who was now sitting with his butt on Regina's stomach.

''Okay baby, how about going to wake up Henry and then we can make breakfast, hmm?'' The boy nodded again and got up from his mother, sprinting towards the door. Regina coughed a little, as a warning in order to slow down at which Ezra complied. He walked until the door but after opening it slowly and squeezing through he started running again, earning an unseen eye roll from Regina. Mimicking his actions she got up, roughly made the bed and left the room.

Her next stop was her and Emma's bedroom in order to prepare for the day. Opening the door she found her middle son sprawled all over the bed and Emma clutching the very edge of the bed but still sleeping peacefully. She watched her son's chest rise and fall with his calm breathing and felt warmth spread through her body from her heart. He was her first; her first biological son and no matter how like Emma he was growing up to be, she and he would always share that special connection. Her gaze drifted to Emma and the warmth didn't stop. Her long blonde hair lay scattered all over the bed and across her face; Regina wanted to brush it from her face and kiss her warm skin awake but something deep within her stopped her. She couldn't shake the feeling from the pit of her stomach; their fight last night seemed to spiral out of nowhere. She was probably just emotional over having to take Colin to the hospital. She'd never admit it to Colin but she wasn't keen on hospitals either, and didn't feel very comfortable there; she had needed Emma there as much as Colin did.

As she was thinking, Colin snorted in his sleep and rolled over, flipping his arm the whole way over and smacking Emma's back, but she didn't flinch.

She laughed at her son's antics, and was generally quite impressed at how much of the bed he'd conquered; as Emma was usually the one commanding the most space. She pondered a little if she should move Colin a little to accommodate her wife better but she decided to just leave them in peace and moved to the bathroom for her daily routine.

Forty minutes later Regina had showered, done her hair, make up on and dressed and stepped out of the closet. Emma and Colin had already woken up and were probably in the kitchen as she could smell the tell-tale sign of burnt bacon drafting up from the floor below. Emma must have tried to cook as an attempt at an apology. She would have a little fun first before forgiving her. Smiling wickedly she opened the doors and went downstairs to meet the rest of the family.

Upon entering the kitchen she found Emma and Colin at the cooktop trying but failing miserably to make pancakes.

''Last time I checked I still wanted my kitchen. I quite liked my kitchen the way it was, you know, in one piece.'' she said, raising an eyebrow at wife and son. They looked over at her, smiling sheepishly earing an eye-roll from Regina.

''If that was your way of saying sorry Mrs. Swan, let me tell you you're not doing a great job.'' she teased her wife as she moved towards the cooktop and threw the burned pancakes in the trash bin.

''Good morning to you too Regina. I had a lovely sleep thank you.'' Emma sassed and stepped aside, letting her wife take over. Both she and Colin sat at the stools, waiting for their breakfast.

''Are you going in to the clinic today?'' Emma asked, seeing that her wife wasn't planning to say anything else.

''No, I'll work from here today. Since Colin is off school too I decided to spend some time with him.'' She replied, turning to meet Colin who was beaming at her. The news clearly surprised him.

''So we will do whatever I want?'' Colin asked hopefully and both women laughed.

''Yes dear unless it requires the use of both hands. And definitely not skateboard or anything dangerous. I believe that some board games and a movie are good for today?''

''I wish I could be with you guys.'' Emma pouted and continued ''I actually texted Bobby last night saying that I wouldn't being able to come in today but he said that we have a new client and he wants me there.''

''It's okay love.'' Regina reassured her and Emma found Regina's use of an endearment as an opportunity to apologise for last night.

''Regina, can we talk for a while?'' Emma asked, standing up and walking towards the exit of the room. Regina nodded and followed Emma towards the hall.

''I'm so sorry for what happened yesterday Regina, I really am.'' Emma apologized. ''I know I should've kept a closer eye on my phone and I know that you needed me. I'm so sorry I wasn't there for you.'' Regina could tell that Emma was telling the truth and she was indeed feeling awful for what happened.

''And I'm sorry for overreacting'' Regina said ''But I was really panicked and Colin was crying uncontrollably and I didn't know how to handle him. And then I couldn't find you either on your phone or at the office.''

''I'm sorry'' Emma said once more ''It won't happen again I promise. I'll make sure my phone is always on and loud.'' at which Regina nodded. Emma made a small move towards her wife and wrapped her arms around her, hugging her tightly. Her nose nestled into Regina's hair and breathed in; only smelling her sons' heads for the first time could rival the fresh smell of shampoo mixed with a scent that was completely and only Regina. They parted slightly and Emma found Regina's lips giving her a small kiss. Her fingers stroked her cheek and held her steady as Emma's blue eyes gazed into Regina's deep brown; a thought sprang in her head; she had risked everything; her whole world. The thought was snapped from her only seconds after it arrived as Henry exited the kitchen behind them, scrunching his nose at the sight of his mothers kissing.

''Ew! Get a room you two.'' He teased and both women laughed.

''If you must know mister I'd love too but I have to go.'' Emma growled. ''I'll see you at dinner; tell the boys I love them.'' She pecked Regina one more time, ruffled Henry's hair and after taking her belongings she left the house.

''So…are you and Mom okay now?'' Henry asked Regina tentatively.

''We were always okay Henry. Couples sometimes fight.'' Regina explained, shrugging her shoulders, but she couldn't help but feel she was lying to Henry, or maybe she was lying to herself?

''Yeah, I know but.'' Henry started but was cut off by Regina.

''Everything is fine darling. Go finish your breakfast; the school bus will be here in any minute.''

Regina stated and entered the kitchen; Henry in tow.

An hour later and Regina was alone on the ground floor. Henry had left for school, as he did every day and Ezra along with his nanny and her daughter went for a walk to the park. Colin who had stayed at home said that he wanted at least a couple of hours extra sleep, so was now tucked up snuggly in his bedroom, leaving Regina enough time to get through some paperwork for the clinic. With a cup of coffee in her hands, she entered the study and sat on the anatomic chair she had bought last year in order to accommodate her wife and her back problems. Τurning on the computer, her eyes fell on the pictures that decorated the desk. The first one, at the very end of the desk, was from their wedding; both women wearing ivory dresses gazing dreamily at each other as if completely unaware the camera was there, with a four year old Henry nestled between them, giving the photographer his best and brightest Swan grin. The second one was from their vacation to Florida last year and was the three boys; Henry sitting on the sand with Ezra on his lap and Colin hugging them both from behind.Τhat photo was Regina's personal favorite and also had a copy in her wallet. And finally, the last one was a two-picture collage with the days Regina had given birth to Ezra and Colin. She had tried to find one from Henry's birth but Emma had said that it wasn't much of a day of celebrations since things were rough at the time. Regina had nodded in understanding and decided to put only these two photos. After a few minutes of admiring the pictures the computer was awake and ready and Regina snapped her eyes from the pictures to it. Her first move was to open her email, to check if she had any. Upon opening it, she realised that it was Emma's email as her wife must have forgotten to log out. Rolling her eyes at Emma's forgetfulness she was ready to disconnect when she noticed an email from her wife's boss Jane. She wasn't the person who would spy on another's person emails or phone, not even her wife's, especially after ten years of marriage but a heavy feeling stirring in her stomach that she couldn't put her finger on, was pushing her to open it. Sighing in frustration and justifying her own actions, It's a simple work email, Emma wouldn't be mad at me, she clicked the email. Remembering that she wasn't wearing her reading glasses she cursed lightly and left the room to retrieve the glasses from her bedroom. After three minutes she returned, sat down once again and along with a sip of coffee she started reading the email.

''First of all I would like for you to know that I'm not the kind of person to write love letters and do other corny stuff that people in love do, but I might be a little drunk so I think I'm excused. And yes you read that right. I'm in love with you Emma Swan. Since the very first day I met you. Okay, that's corny too but it's true. You Emma Swan with your stubbornness and sassiness and crassness, you made me fall for you. And the funny thing is that you're not even my type. But somehow all these things made me want you. I was looking forward to fighting with you and you challengimg me. But later we became friends and you were so cute and caring and you were looking at me with those damn green eyes and I couldn't resist. And I know that you have your wife and a family that loves you and you love back but I can't stop feeling like this for you Emma. And I don't know what to do .I tried with other people but they're not you. I want you Emma Swan ,all of you. But it doesn't matter right? It is not meant to be. You have your happy ending and well as for me I'll try finding one too. Sorry for all this crap. Goodnight Emma.

P.S. I can't bring myself to delete this but please don't bring it up when you see me.

Upon finishing reading the email, Regina was beyond shocked. Her wife's boss was in love with her wife. She didn't know how to react. Her head started to feel dizzy and she quickly let out a breath she was sure she'd been holding since she read the words 'love letters'. She didn't know if she should be angry or jealous or even feel sympathy. Reading it again she started feeling a little uneasy. Had something happened between her and her wife? She shook her head to clear her raging thoughts. She wouldn't jump to conclusions, not without hearing Emma's side of the story first. Accusing her wife, over something as big as cheating wouldn't be right for their relationship. Emma had never shown signs of adultery in the past, she wouldn't start showing now, right? Taking a few breaths to calm herself she stood up and grabbed her phone to call Emma but decided against it for many reasons. First of all if it was true and Emma had some sort of relationship with Jane, calling and telling her that they needed to talk would give plenty of time to Emma to prepare her explanation and lies. She was a lawyer after all. Defending others or herself was part of her life. Secondly such a talk couldn't be done through the phone. It was a serious one and Regina wouldn't be able to read her wife's face. Instead she called Kathryn. Two rings later the other blonde answered her phone.

''What's up shortie? How's the lil man? Are you waiting on him hand and foot?'' Kathryn asked as way to greet her long time friend.

''He's hurting a little still but he's fine generally. He's sleeping right now. Something about beauty sleep. I swear that kid knows more beauty tips than me.'' she said and Kathryn chuckled.

''Anyway that's not the reason I called you.'' Regina continued her voice turning serious.

''What happened, Gina? Is everything okay?'' Kathryn asked worried.

''I found a love letter on Emma's email, from her boss.'' Regina confessed.

''The new one? The one you met at the gala?''

''Yes her. She's in love with Emma, Kat.'' Regina breathed trying to keep the tears at bay.

''Hey, hey, relax. Her being in love with Emma doesn't mean that Emma feels the same. It definitely doesn't mean that. Remember that dude who was obsessed with you at college? I think Sidney was his name. He was sending you a love letter and a bouquet of flowers every week! Did something happen between you two? No, as far as I know.''

''I don't know Kat. Emma and I, we've been really distant lately.''

''It happens Regina. You have been married for ten years. Don't tell me that you don't sometimes want a night out without Emma? It's natural.''

''We haven't had sex in ages.'' Regina confessed while biting her bottop lip. She felt like she was overreacting but at the same time she really needed the reassurance that everything was fine between her and her wife.

''And you have three kids Regina who monopolize most of your time. Between basketball and tennis practices, school plays and another million things you have the boys enrolled in, I find difficult to think where you find time. Don't try to find reasons to accuse Emma before talking to her about this.'' Kathryn soothed.

''You're right I'm overreacting. I'll talk to her once she gets back from work. Anyway I should get going; I think I heard noises from upstairs so Colin will be downstairs in a few minutes asking for a second breakfast. Thanks for your help Kat.''

''You're most welcome love. Give my regards to Colin and tell him I still wait for him to teach me that new make-up trick he learned.'' at which Regina chuckled.

''Okay, I'll let him know. Goodbye Kat.''

''Goodbye Gina.'' and at that both women hang up.

The moment she hang up, a small head peeped around the corner. Colin with his mussed hair and sleepy eyes walked further into the room and plopped to his mothers lap, making Regina crumple a little under the extra weight; he sure wasn't her baby boy anymore. Once the boy was settled she asked,

''How are you sweetheart?''

''Hungry'' the boy replied earning a laugh from his mother.

''Shocking'' Regina teased between laughs. ''Come on let's make you something to eat and then a movie perhaps?''

''The new Captain America movie?'' The boy asked hopefully, his eyes lighting up at the thought.

''Whatever Prince Colin desires'' Regina responded, tickling her son to get him up to his feet.

After Colin's second breakfast, he decided that he wanted to watch all three Captain America's movies; an idea which didn't really sit well with Regina, having seen each movie at least four times already, but she relented at her son's beautiful, pleading face. Also for her son's pleasure she agreed to order pizza for lunch and make popcorn with extra butter. She hoped that Colin wouldn't have to stay home from school for too long as that would be catastrophic for his stomach, not to mention their takeaway and treats budget! Throughout the second movie Ashley and Ezra had returned to the house. Ashley had prepared some activities for Ezra to keep him occupied, but when the young boy caught sight of the shiny blue and red shield flying across the television screen he jumped on the couch next to his big brother, and after writhing around a few minutes to get comfortable, was completely engrossed. Regina explained to Ashley that nothing would stand between her sons and super hero movies and dismissed her for the rest of the day saying that she would take care of them.

''So, Ezra did you have a good time with Ashley?'' Regina asked once she returned to the living room. She moved closer to him, removing his coat and shoes and passed him a plate with a slice of pizza. The boy nodded at his mother's question and then proceeded to completely ignore her. Rolling her eyes at her boy's cheek she returned to her seat her mind swirling with the thoughts of Emma… and Jane… and the love letter. She became so engrossed in her thoughsts that she didn't notice her son's question.

''Mooom!'' Colin addressed her again, this time loud enough to draw her out and catch her attention.

''What did you say love?'' Regina asked.

''Could you please get me some ice cream?'' He asked in return, his eyes already in their puppy mode.

''I'd say no, but since I know that you'll use your 'I'm injured' card, I'll let you have that ice cream, just, this, once.'' She stood up and made her way to the kitchen.

When she re-entered the living room she noticed that her wife was there too, sock covered feet curled up beside her middle son, devouring a slice of now cold pizza, her blonde hair splayed over the back of the sofa.

''Hey, you're home early!'' Regina exclaimed surprised.

''I sped up the meeting so I could get home early and spend some time with the boys.'' she replied smiling, with her mouth still full.

''I knew that when I was teaching the boys etiquette you should have been there too.'' She teased and sat next to her wife.

''So it's a Captain America movie marathon?'' Emma asked, gliding over Regina's sassy comment.

''You know the boys. Marvel and Disney movies are the only movies we have in our collection. I do believe that Marvel should in fact be paying us for watching their movies so many times. And don't get me started with their merchandise!'' Regina joked and Emma laughed. Looking around to see if the boys were all settled she turned to look seriously at Emma; catching her wife's solemn stare, Emma gulped as she wiped her hands from the grease.

''Is everything okay?'' Emma questioned a little confused.

''We need to talk.'' Regina replied seriously.

Emma felt her heart sink to the bottom of her stomach and could swear all heat evaporated from the room.

''You know if we weren't married I'd be sure that you'd wanted to break up with me…'' Emma joked but seeing Regina's still serious look she spoke again.

''Alright, tell me what happened?''

''Not here, let's go to the study.'' Regina offered, standing up to urge her wife to follow.

''Colin, baby, we'll be in the study if you need anything.'' Regina said and left the living room, with Emma following her.

When they were inside the office, Emma closed the door and nervously lowered herself on to the couch while Regina perched on the edge of the desk. They were standing in silence with neither of them feeling able to speak. Emma tried not to let the thoughts flood through her head; she was terrified. What have you done?

''Jane's in love with you.'' Regina suddenly blurted out, making Emma's head snap up in her direction.

''W-what?'' she stammered, her heart beating faster. Why would Regina think that? Did Jane talk to her? What else did Jane tell her?!

''I read an email she sent to you, I think from a couple of days ago," Regina started to ramble but caught herself, "saying that she's in love with you. Is it true?'' Regina inquired, struggling to force herself to look at Emma; she was dreading what she might find if she did. Her eyes barely met Emma, whose eyes were deep blue with emotion and… fear? Oh god.

''I...uh…yes.'' Emma admitted trying to pull herself together, ''Yes, she's in love with me.''

''Did you know? I mean, before the email?'' Regina choked out. She could feel all of her nerves knot together in the center of her chest and she could do nothing about it. She kept her gaze focused on Emma, it was all she could do to anchor herself.

''Yes. It wasn't the first time she told me.'' Emma replied wishing the whole thing would just end right now.

''What I don't get is why? I mean…" Regina faltered, but she had to ask, "It's not like something have happened between you two…" she paused… "Right?''

Emma didn't reply. Instead she felt her world end and she buried her head between her hands.

As Emma's eyes broke from hers Regina knew.

''Right? Emma?'' She pleaded.

Emma remained silent and the nerves in Regina's chest started to snap and her eyes filled with tears.

''Please tell me that nothing happened between you two Emma…please?'' Regina begged, her voice trembling, not wanting to believe, she knew, but she needed to hear it.

Emma forced herself to look Regina in the eyes; ''I can't say that.'' Emma confessed. Her eyes watered with tears.

''Oh god'' Regina breathed as the floor disappeared beneath her she turned to lean her hands on the desk to stop herself from falling. This was it. This was how her life ended. Everything she knew, gone. The world fell away from around her and all she could see was Emma. How could you do this?

''Since when?'' She struggled to ask after a few minutes of silence.

''A week or so, before the gala. When I…hurt my back.''

''Did you...' she breathed again. ''Did you fuck her..?'' Regina asked bluntly. She could feel the rage build inside her. Her heart was beating faster than anything she'd ever felt. Emma didn't respond fast enough and the silence confirmed her suspicions.

''Regina...'' Emma begged.

''No!" Regina snapped, "You do not get to speak right now." She turned fully back to Emma, her eyes on fire. "How could you Emma? How could do this to us?" She faltered, "I thought you loved me!'' Regina whispered, shaking her head, her dark hair sticking to the tear trails on her cheeks.

''I do! God Regina, you are the one I love. You're the only one I love.'' Emma insisted, the force of her words driving her to her feet. She reached out to Regina but a stare that should have cremated her on the spot stopped her.

''Fucking some bitch suggests otherwise Swan. Did you fuck her?" Regina spat, not even bothering to try and wipe the tears or mascara from her face. "Did you let her fuck you?'' she asked, unsure what she wanted to hear.

''I...no, only me. She didn't touch me.'' Emma revealed, racking a hand through her blonde hair in a lame attempt to calm herself down. Regina instantly imagined Jane's hand snaking through Emma's head, grabbing it as Emma's fingers were buried inside of her. Oh god.

''I can't believe this is happening.'' Regina chuckled a laugh completely devoid of all humour. It scared Emma.

''Regina please.'' Emma moved to touch her wife again but Regina took a step back.

''Don't touch me!'' She yelled ''Don't you dare touch me! Why did you do this to us? Am I not enough?'' She was screaming and lunged forward to beat her firsts against Emma's chest, her hits weak from her sobbing. Emma managed to get a hold of Regina's wrists, and pulled her into her chest forcing Regina to gaze up at her; whatever was left of Emma's heart shattered as she looked down at her wife. Regina's face was red and stained, her eyes dark and hopeless, her normally immaculate hair sprawled across her head and sticking to her cheek. You did this to her.

''Regina I'm so sorry. I didn't mean any of this to happen.'' She apologised, her voice breaking.

Regina pulled back as much as she could but Emma didn't let go. ''You mean me finding out, or you fucking her? Because I think you're just sorry you got caught!''

''No Regina I mean everything. I don't want her, I want you.'' Emma implored her own tears streaking down her face, as she shook Regina slightly, desperate for her to believe her. But why would she have any reason to believe you now.

''Yet, she was the one you were screwing.'' Regina said bluntly, her voice hoarse from crying.

''Regina please calm...''

''No don't tell me to calm down!'' Regina screamed, yanking one hand free of Emma's grip; at that moment the study's door opened revealing Henry with a frown on his face.

''Is everything alright?'' he asked in complete shock. Seeing Regina's red eyes and Emma holding her wrist, his focus shifted to Emma.

''What did you do to her?'' His voice laced with anger.

''Henry please, not right now.'' Emma begged. Henry was ready to press the matter but seeing Regina's pleading eyes he relented and step out of the room, closing the door behind him. Regina took the distraction as an opportunity to yank her other wrist free of Emma's hold.

''Reg-'' Emma begun but Regina cut her off.

''I want you to leave.'' she declared almost calmly.

''Leave? What do you mean leave?'' Emma asked in disbelief.

''The house. I'd leave but I need to be here for the boys.'' She said in complete business tone.

''Regina please. Let's discuss it.''

''No Emma. If you have any respect for me or our relationship please leave the house. I can't deal with any of this right now. I need some time.''

''Where would I go Regina? This is my home.'' Emma implored.

''You have parents and a brother if I recall.'' Regina snapped.

''And what do I tell them Regina? They'll ask me what happened.''

''You'll manage Mrs. Swan. Besides you're good at lying.'' she snarled as she smoothed her hair and exited the room heading towards the living room where her sons were. She wiped her eyes clean of tears and entered the room smiling at her sons. Henry noticed the clearly fake smile on his mother's lips.

''What did she do?'' He asked suspicious.

''Nothing dear. Everything's fine'' she replied taking Ezra on her lap, and cuddling him into her chest. She needed comfort right now, even if it was slightly involuntary.

''You're lying! I saw you cr-'' he started to argue back but Regina's death glare made him to stop mid-sentence.

''I said everything is fine.'' She said calmly.

''Bullshit!'' Henry exclaimed and Regina was ready to chastise him when Emma's voice stopped her.

''Listen to your mother and don't swear in front of your brothers.'' Emma scolded him.

''But...''

''Henry.'' Regina warned this time, successfully silencing her son. Henry had a horrible feeling that this argument was very different to all others he had witnessed, and just about knew his mom needed him to let it go, for now. ''Anyway, give your mother a goodnight kiss.'' She addressed the younger boys.

''But it's too early for bed.'' Colin whined.

''You're not going to bed now, but mama won't be here for bedtime because she's going to your grandparents'.'' Regina explained.

''Can I come too?'' Colin asked not missing a beat.

''I'm afraid you can't buddy.'' Emma said ''Papa David has a new case and he wants my help and we will probably be up very late.'' She approached Colin and bent to meet his eye level. ''I want you to be good for mom okay?" She managed trying to hold back tears. "No whining and no more junk food hmm?'' The boy nodded in agreement and Emma hugged him. ''I love you lil' man'' she said kissing his temple. She stood up and moved towards Regina where Ezra was sitting. She scooped him gingerly from Regina's lap, tickling him to gain his attention.

''Be good'' she simply said, giving him a kiss to his nose. She placed him gently back on Regina's lap who whispered sinisterly at her ''See? You've already cracked lying to your loved ones.''

Emma's face fell but she remained quiet, not knowing how to respond. She made a move to ruffle Henry's head but he shifted from her reach. She couldn't stop a tear falling and turned away from her family, and make her way into the hall and towards the front door.

When the door closed Regina sighed and addressed her eldest son.

''Henry, would you mind put the boys to sleep? I have a great headache and I think I'm going to rest.''

''Yeah, sure, don't worry mom.'' Henry reassured and Regina shifted Ezra from her lap to sit snuggly against Henry. She gave a goodnight kiss to her three sons and went upstairs to her room. Once inside the room, her back hit the door and she slid down against it. She pulled her legs to herself and let herself give in, and started crying.