Emma wakes with a jolt as the plane lands. She smiles when she realizes she can actually stretch in her first class seat. Regina got her the first ticket she could, and she refused to tell Emma how much it cost.

Walking through the airport, she tries to just people watch, not thinking about the consequences of walking out of her job or of walking right back into her lover's arms after kicking her out only a day ago.

Stepping on the escalator, she's relieved to see Regina waiting at the base. They catch each others' eyes. Emma smiles, but Regina fails to return it.

As soon as Emma takes a step off, Regina wraps her in a tight hug. "Are you okay? Did she hurt you?"

Emma shakes her head. "She didn't hurt me."

Regina studies her face. "But are you okay?"

Emma just shrugs. Regina pulls her in tight. "I'm so sorry. I should have been there. I could have helped you."

"There's nothing you could have done, Regina. This isn't your fault."

Regina looks at her again. "This isn't your fault either."

Emma stares at her. "But I knew she was out of line all the time. I should have said something to someone."

"No. Stop thinking like that. She's a monster, and you have nothing to be sorry for or ashamed of."

"Can we just go home?" Emma asks softly.

Regina nods and wraps an arm around Emma's waist, guiding her to the pickup line.

Henry drops his comic on the coffee table and rushes to the front door when he hears Regina's Mercedes pull in. He throws open the door and runs down to the car to open the door for Emma.

She smiles up at him as she gets out. "Thanks, kid. It's good to see you."

He wraps his arms around her and hugs her. "Are you okay?"

Panicked, Emma's eyes dart over to Regina. "Why wouldn't I be?"

He releases her and steps back. "Mom lied and said you just really wanted to come home."

Regina scoffs. "She obviously did. Here she stands."

Henry stares at Emma. "Ma, are you okay?"

Emma leans forward and kisses his forehead. "I am now. Don't worry about me, kid."

"What happened?"

She shakes her head and pats his shoulder.

He crosses his arms. "But you said we were going to be honest with each other."

Regina steps around the car and wraps her hand around Henry's arm. "Sweetie, some things are best left unsaid. Your mother has had a long day. Let's just welcome her home, okay?"

Henry looks like he wants to argue, looking back and forth between them, but sighs and nods his head. "I'm glad you're here." He gives her another quick hug then goes back to the house.

Regina holds out her hand to Emma, but Emma just stares at it. "I don't want him to know," she states firmly.

Regina nods. "That's why he doesn't. It's your story to tell, Emma. I will support you in whatever decision you make. There is no reason he has to know if you choose not to tell him."

Emma takes Regina's hand and lets her pull her to the mansion. Before they reach the entrance, Emma stops.

Regina turns to her. "Emma?"

"I love you."

Regina smiles. "I love you too."

Emma stares at her with tears forming in her eyes.

Regina moves back to Emma and kisses her cheek. "Tonight is just about you and keeping you safe. We will worry about us tomorrow, or the next day, or even Saturday. You asked for time and space, and I will give you that while still protecting you." Regina places her hand over Emma's heart. "While protecting this. You can trust me with your heart, Emma."

"I want to," Emma whispers.

"Then let me prove it to you." Regina kisses Emma's cheek again and pulls her into the mansion, securing the door behind them.

Emma sits on the couch, knees curled into her chest, watching an oddly heated game of chess between Regina and Henry.

"Check mate," Henry declares.

Regina rolls her eyes. "Henry, how long has it been since you played? That is the second time you've called a false check mate. I taught you better than this."

His eyes scan the board and he sighs, seeing his mistake. "Kids at school don't exactly spend time at the chess table, Mom."

Regina hums. "No, I can only imagine what you all spend your time doing."

"Yeah, don't bother asking," Emma chimes in.

Regina and Henry spin around to look at her, not having heard a word from her during any of their three games.

She smiles at them and moves to stand. "I'd like some coffee."

Regina puts her hand on Emma's knee. "Sit. Let me get it."

Henry jumps to his feet. "No, I'll get it." He trots out of the room before either of his mothers can argue.

Regina moves closer to Emma and kisses her cheek.

Emma smiles at her. "You're so beautiful."

Regina blushes. "As are you, Emma."

"You can say it, my love."

Regina shakes her head. "I'm not going to add to any of your pain."

"Just for tonight, can I pretend that you're mine?"

Regina takes her hand. "Emma, I will be yours whenever you want me."

Emma leans closer to her. "Just for tonight, and then we'll talk. I just really need you."

Regina kisses her hand. "I'm right here, my love." Her eyes widen in surprise when Emma suddenly pulls her into a kiss. She desperately wants to melt in Emma's arms, but she pulls back. "Emma, I can't help but feel like I'm just taking advantage of you right now."

"I don't care."

Regina sits up and scoots a bit back from Emma, resting her hand on her knee. "But I do." She squeezes Emma's hand when Emma looks away. "I mean it when I say I'm right here. I'll be at your side, Emma, but I'm not going to shove an even greater wedge between us tonight by making foolish decisions."

Emma quickly wipes away a tear and looks over her shoulder toward the kitchen. "How long's it take to make a cup of coffee?"

Henry comes out from behind the wall where he was standing to give them privacy. "I've got it, Ma." He hands her the coffee and kisses her forehead. He looks at Regina. "I think I'm going to call it a night."

She smiles and nods at him. "Good night, sweetie."

"Night, Mom." He turns to Emma and frowns as she just stares down at the coffee. "I love you, Ma. I'll see you in the morning."

She looks up and smiles at him. "You too, Henry."

He glances back at Regina again before leaving the room.

Regina sits back against the couch and holds her arms out for Emma. "Come here."

Emma doesn't hesitate one bit to fall against Regina's chest, her face tucked under Regina's chin. "I wish you loved me as much as I love you," she whispers.

Regina clamps her eyes shut. "Let's worry about that tomorrow, my love."