3rd POV:

Regina seated herself on one of the stools near the counter. Gruggly, she ordered her coffee. A person slid in the seat next to her, but she paid no attention until the person spoke to her.

"Hi."

She recognised the young boy's voice. Her head snapped to her left, catching the blank look of Henry. Regina's heart crushed. He looked at her as though for the first time. Regina attempted a smile.

"Hi."

"I've seen you around a lot but never had the chance to meet you. My mom told me you're the mayor of Storybrooke," he said casually. Regina couldn't help but feel a jolt of pain as he referred to Emma as his 'mom'.

"That's right. Although the job doesn't help me get a lot of friends around here. You must be Henry, Emma's son," she replied, swallowing hard.

Henry nodded.

Ruby approached with Regina's coffee. She turned her attention to Henry.

"Can I get you something, Henry?"

"Yeah. Can I have Granny's hot cocoa please? With cinnamon." Henry turned to Regina with surprise. Regina creased her forehead with confusion, until she realised she had said cinnamon with him. Giving Regina a sympathetic look, Ruby quickly turned away.

"How do you know I like cinnamon?" he asked curiously. Regina shrugged.

"Your mum talks a lot about you," Regina replied. Henry nodded slightly. Regina quickly changed the subject.

"So why are you here all alone? I'm sure you didn't come here just to talk to the 'evil queen'," Regina asked, smiling as Henry laughed. Henry heaved a sigh. He leaned his arms against the counter.

"Apparently, I forgot that I'm not a normal kid. Mom was saying that I used to believe that fairy tale characters are real and live in this town. She told me that you were supposed to be the 'evil queen' and that my grandparents are 'snow white' and 'Prince charming'." He stopped and stared at her intently.

"Is it wrong to think that my mom's gone a bit..." Henry circled his finger at a point on his temple. Regina stifled a laugh. Ruby approached the two and landed the mug in front of Henry.

"It may seem crazy at first. But everything will make sense soon," Regina advised. She leaned in as though telling him a secret.

"Not everything here is as it seems. And from what I heard from your mom, you can see the magic in everything. That is a quality worth having." Regina ruffled his hair, as she always did. Regina gasped inside at the movement but Henry didn't mind it at all.

As they both continued the conversation, Regina smiled as she sipped her coffee. It felt as though they had never been separated.

Destiny's POV:

"Regina! Regina!" I call, trying to get her attention from the counter of the diner. But like she had been doing the whole time we were here, she continues to stare at the stool beside her, as if something or someone was there. My heart constricts.

Helplessly, I turn back to the group that had gathered. Emma sits at one of the tables, holding an ice pack to the back of her head, whilst Rumple and Belle stare attentively at me. Guiltily, I avoid a glance at Mary Margaret, hearing her muffled cries as David comforted her.

"How many times are we going to let her win?" I turn to Emma. Her exhausted eyes glance up at me.

"Every time, she's ahead of us. Without us even realising, she took Henry right under our noses. Right under our noses! I should have been with him. I should have known…" Emma trails off, turning away her moistened eyes.

The incident at the hospital plays in my mind; Zelena using my curse against me, her taking the newborn baby. I clench my fists.

"Do you know if she has all the ingredients she needs?" Belle asks.

I shake my head.

"I can't say. I know she has Regina's heart and the charmings' baby, but that's it," I reply. Rumple's face grows thoughtful before he adds, "If I can recall clearly, Zelena needed me to spin gold for some reason. I guess I don't need to emphasise how important it is to stop Zelena. If she is capable of going back in time then…"

"Then she'll be capable of changing everything."

Nova rushes through the door, a paper in hand. She stares at all of us.

"Sorry. I hope I didn't interrupt anything," she replies, a hint of urgency in her voice.

"No, you didn't. Did you find anything?" I ask. Nova rushes to me and shows me the piece of paper.

"I think I found the spell Zelena is going to cast. At first, I wasn't sure if I was going to find it but now, I am…" I stop Nova before she rambled on. After getting her to breathe, Nova continues.

"Looks like Zelena has all she needs. We knew already that Mary Margaret's baby would be needed because of her bloodline, but I think I know why David felt weird when Zelena was around him." At that moment, David's head snaps towards us.

"Here, it says that the courage of a hero is also needed. And I'm sure we all know who the 'hero' is," Nova says.

I shake my head. For someone who didn't get anything, she seemed to be getting everything she wanted. And nothing infuriates me more than that. I grip Zelena's pendant hard in my pocket.

I step away from the table I was leaning against.

"Enough is enough. We're going to end this now." With a sad glance at Regina, I walk towards the door.

"Wait."

I turn behind me to Regina. She looks at me, rage burning in her eyes. She slowly rises from her chair.

"We need the storybook."

I furrow my eyebrows. Seeing my confused reaction, Regina goes on,

"We need Henry to believe in magic. If what you say is true about Zelena having your curse, then we're going to need as much magic as we can get. The only way we can rekindle his passion for magic is by getting that book," Regina explains.

Emma chucks the ice pack on the table.

"I tried to tell him about everything. I even showed him the book, but he thought I was crazy."

"We have no choice, Emma. I know you wanted Henry to live a normal life, but he was never normal in the first place. The reason why our magic was ever strong was because of him. To save us all, he needs to believe," Regina says, her voice determined more than ever.

I nod my head with agreement.

"Emma, find the book while Regina and I find out where Zelena is. We'll let you know where to meet us."

"I'll help," A meek voice answers.

Swallowing my guilt, I shift my attention to my left as Mary Margaret walks up to me, David beside her.

"Are you sure? It might not…" Mary Margaret places a gentle hand on my shoulder.

"I can't just sit here and do nothing. And don't beat yourself up for what Zelena did. No one knew what she had planned," she replies, pulling an exhausted smile. I smile back.

"We're going to get your baby back," I promise. With a reassuring nod, Regina and I rush out of the diner. Nova follows behind.

As we walk, I notice Killian and Robin Hood in the corner of my eye, rushing towards us. I moan inside. Sensing my annoyance, Nova rushes ahead and stops before me. I stop with her.

"Before you say anything, I called him here." Nova pulls a sheepish smile. I roll my eyes.

"Have you forgotten already how much he's messed things up? He even got you kidnapped. He'd be better off drinking up his sorrows," I argue, my eyes darting at Killian. Killian attempts a warm smile but I shift my eyes back to Nova. Nova sighs.

"For once, can you guys put aside your differences? Our main priority is stopping Zelena and saving Henry and Mary Margaret's baby. We need all the help we can get." Nova turns to Killian, then back at me.

"Don't make me lock you two up in a room together," Nova scowls before a mischievous smile creeps across her face. Robin Hood and Killian turn their separate ways; Robin Hood towards Regina and Killian towards me. As Killian approaches, Nova gives him a smile and runs after Regina.

I fold my arms and stare in the direction of Nova. I could see Killian running an anxious hand through his hair. Irritated by the silence, I speak.

"Just because Nova called you to help doesn't mean I've forgiven you. The only reason you're here is because of her. We're heading to Regina's tomb to locate Zelena." Enough being said, I walk off.

"Destiny." Killian's soft voice stops me.

"I am truly sorry for messing everything up. I only did what I thought was right then. But of course, I was wrong. I should have confided in you. And there's not been a single day that's gone by when I don't regret that. I… I just hope after all this, there's still an 'us'," He whispers.

Re-opening my wound, tears spring in my eyes. For a second, I craved his warmth. I wanted to melt in his arms and forget everything. I wanted there to be an 'us'. But I can't think about that right now. I have someone I needed to deal with. I feel inside my pocket for Zelena's pendant. I grip it hard, cursing Zelena for dividing us.

I turn slightly behind to catch a glimpse of him.

"I hope so too," I whisper in a low voice before I continue on.

Hurriedly, I wipe my tears.

A sharp, nerve pain strikes in my head. Everything turns black. My vision comes back but everything looks purple and almost like a X ray. Sparks float around before forming together into a pathway before me.

Warm hands touch my back and my arm. I turn to my side to see Killian holding me, his eyes full of concern. The purple light shifts away from him, making his features normal.

"Are you ok?" Killian asks softly.

I nod slowly, my hand remaining on my head.

"Yeah. It's just… everything looks so… weird." Instantly, something starts burning my hand. Quickly, I pull my hand out of my pocket. I open it up, finding the pendant shining with a blindingly bright light.

"What the hell?"

Noticing my absence, Regina, Robin Hood and Nova return to me, their eyes wide with awe.

"What's happening?" Nova gasps. Regina slowly smiles widely.

"If I didn't know better, I don't think we'll be needing a locator spell anymore," Regina replies with glee. I nod with agreement. I close my eyes shut. When I open them, I sigh with relief as my vision returns back to normal, leaving only the magical pathway. Zelena's pendant slightly dullens.

I glance at each of them and smile.

"Let's go find Zelena."

Zelena's POV:

Grinding my teeth, I ignore the cries of the newborn baby and continuing marking the ground with symbols.

Finally, it is happening. Soon I will be a royal princess instead of an abandoned child. And best of all, Regina will be non existent. I tame my wild smile. I am so close, I can almost taste it.

The newborn unleashes an ear piercing scream. Regaining my hearing after a few seconds, I throw down my stick and spin around.

Henry pathetically tries to calm the baby, but on and on it cries. Gritting my teeth, i storm towards him.

"Silence that child or I will do it myself," I demand. Henry throws me a dazed look.

"He is just a baby. Weren't you ever one?" he replies sarcastically. I clench my fists. I thrust my hand at his throat, instantly choking him. He tries to maintain his grip on the child.

"Keep your snide comments to yourself. The only reason you are still remotely alive is so that when Regina arrives, she can watch as I tear you apart, limb from limb," I sneer, grinning with satisfaction as Henry's face grows pale. I retreat my hand. Henry coughs out, a hand on his throat.

Pushing back my cloak, I strut away and continue marking the ground.

"Regina? You mean the mayor? Why would she be concerned?" Henry asks. I raise an eyebrow. The boy really does not remember. And the thought makes me smile with glee.

"Why, she's your adoptive mother. Have you forgotten?" I ask innocently, waiting for his reply.

"Adoptive mother?" He replies, his voice giving away his ignorance. Smiling widely, I rise up to my feet but keep my eyes on the completed pattern.

"Yes. She was the one who brought you here, to Storybrooke. Although, you never really liked her much. From what I heard from your biological mother, she was controlling and horrible to you. That's why you sought out Emma." I spin insufferable baby, exhausted from crying, had fallen asleep. But Henry's eyes are downcast, his face a mask of confusion.

I smile slyly. Oh poor Regina.

"Regina found out about your discovery of Emma and when you brought Emma to storybrooke, she tried to poison her. But instead you got poisoned. If it wasn't for Emma saving you, you would have died. I'm amazed you've forgotten all Regina has done to you," I stir, savouring his lost look.

Henry absentmindedly rocks the baby, his mind digesting my words. Slowly he raises an eyebrow at me.

"Why should I trust you?"

I take a step closer to him.

"You don't have to. Why, I'm the wicked witch."

"And I'm apparently the grandchild of Snow white and Prince charming," he replies sarcastically under his breath. I ignore him.

"As I was saying, I'm just telling you this because I despise Regina. But I seem to find it hard why she still has not told you that she's your adoptive mother…" I add, flashing my sly smile. My smile fades into a thin line.

"Now, be a good boy and stay silent while we wait for my dear sister, Regina."

With that said, all that surrounds us is the harsh wind.

Regina's POV:

Robin Hood and I trail behind Destiny, Nova and Killian. From where we were, I could see the faint, glowing light of the pendant. Robin Hood's arm brushed against mine, reminding of me of the close distance between us. How did we get so close to each other? When did I let my guard down and allow myself to feel again? Daniel emerges in my mind. Guilt stabs me in my chest, where my heart would have been.

In the corner of my eye, Robin Hood gingerly slides his arm around my shoulder. A small smile tugs at my lips.

"Are you ok?" He whispers softly. I stare at him, my shoulders slumping down. But not because of his arm.

"I don't know. I mean, I'm furious that Zelena had the nerve to take Henry. And I'll kill her before she even lays a finger on him. But… I could get my Henry back. And all I'm feeling right now is nervous. Is that weird?" I ask him. He rubs his thumb against my shoulder.

"It's not weird. It's been several days since Henry has been like this. It's natural to feel worried."

I nod slowly. Robin Hood retreats his arm and starts to fiddle with his fingers. I look from his fingers to his face.

"Regina. About the…" He didn't have to continue. I knew he was referring to our attempted kiss. Goosebumps rush through me at the reminder of it.

"I'm sorry, Robin. This isn't really the right time to be-"

"I know and I apologise. I just... I just want to know where we stand. Do you feel the same as I do?" he finally got out. I take a moment. Did I feel the same way? There was no doubt that I'm attracted to him but… I shake my head. I can't think about this right now. Right now, I need to focus on Henry.

"I'm sorry, Robin. Can we talk about this later?" I touch his arm gently, feeling his muscles stiffen. Robin stares at me softly and nods. I smile.

"We're here," Destiny calls ahead. I quickly remove my hand from his arm.

I turn my attention to my surroundings. Near the docks, we stand before an abandoned hut. Why didn't I notice this place before? We step inside. As expected, there is only piles of rubbish occupying different parts of the place. Destiny cups her hand over the pendant. The sound of steam escaping can be heard as Destiny makes the light of the pendant disappear.

"Zelena really has a love for abandoned places. Doesn't really match her personality though…" Nova jokes. But her humour goes unnoticed as we all keep our eyes open for any sudden movements. My head pounds rapidly. Where was she? And henry?

As though answering my thoughts, a voice called behind us.

"Mom?" Holding my breath, I swivel around. Standing near the entrance, Henry stares at us, his face anxious. I smile with relief. His eyes ponder at each of our faces, but his face remains anxious.

"Where's Emma?" he clarifies. My heart slightly sinks. Nova rushes to him and pulls him into a tight hug. The others follow her. I walk briskly to him.

"Henry! Thank God you're ok!" She pulls out of the hug and starts examining him.

"Did she hurt you?" Henry gently stops her by her wrists.

"I'm fine, Nova. Where's Emma?"

"She's coming." Nova places a gentle hand on his cheek before turning away, putting her phone to her ear.

Taking a deep breath, I push myself through the group. Henry's eyes land on me. A hint of anger flashes in them.

"I'm glad to see you're ok," I say, keeping my voice from shaking. I reach out a hand to his shoulder, but Henry flinched away. His eyes now burned with a sudden rage.

"Don't touch me. I know who you really are so stop pretending you care!" Henry yells. I gawk at his reaction. A sinking feeling spread in my stomach. What did Zelena do?

I feel a hand on my shoulder. I turn to find Robin Hood, but his eyes are on Henry.

"Calm down, Henry. Regina is on our side. You don't have to-"

"I know you're my adoptive mother! And I know what you tried to do to keep me away from mom!" Henry shakes his head with disbelief.

"And I thought you were misunderstood by everyone. That they couldn't see how cool you were. But I was wrong." Henry's face reddened, his voice quivering with emotion.

Tears spring in my eyes. Ironically, all Zelena had done was tell Henry the truth. I curse myself. Why did my past always come to ruin everything? Regaining my voice, I answer,

"Henry. It's not what you think. Yes, I was not a saint before. But I have always loved you as my son. I was hurt that despite what I had done for you, you searched for the woman who had abandoned you. But I've changed, Henry. Because of you, I changed for the better," I plead, but Henry only shakes his head more.

"He will not trust you." A smug voice answers. Glaring, I spin around to find a wisp of green smoke, followed by Zelena. I stomp to her.

"You have gone too far, Zelena! I will rip you to shreds-" I raise my arm, readying my magic before aiming it at Zelena. Zelena's eyes turn solid black and she bats the ball away with one of her tentacles. I raise an eyebrow.

"Not what you were expecting, dear sis?" Zelena remarks. Her eyes dissolve back to their primal green, her single tentacle disappearing with it. My lips curve upward.

"You look more of a fool everyday." Zelena's smile fades.

Destiny steps forward.

"Where is the baby?"

Zelena waves her hand dramatically in the air.

"The child is safe. For now," she adds with a wicked grin. Destiny clenches her fists.

"If anything happens to that baby…" Zelena snorts.

"I know. I know. You will rip my throat out. But whatever will you do…" She twirls her fingers and Henry appears in front of her. My eyes widen.

"If I hurt Henry." A dagger materialises in her hand. She brings it to Henry's neck.

"Zelena!" I scream out.

Zelena laughs wickedly. Her eyes darken. I hide a hand behind my back and conjure a ball in my palm.

"Do you know the difference between you and I? You have gone soft and weak. To love a child not even your own. What a waste of affection," Zelena remarks, digging the knife closer to Henry's throat.

"Not to me," A voice calls from behind. I spin around to find Emma rushing in, with Mary Margaret and David at her heels. I heave a sigh as I notice the story book in her hands.

The group made way for her. Henry's face brightens with relief.

"Mom!" Zelena's face darkens as she digs the knife in more, silencing Henry.

"Henry!" Emma attempts to step closer, but Zelena tuts.

"Any closer, Savior and this boy's head rolls to the ground," Zelena hisses. Emma freezes, holding both hands up. Emma's eyes shift from Zelena to Henry.

"Henry, listen to me. You need to hold this book." Henry creases his forehead. Zelena raises an eyebrow. Zelena snorts.

"I only meant to take your powers but I can see I've taken your logic too," Zelena remarks. But Emma keeps her gaze on Henry.

"You need to take the book. It'll all make sense." And then she throws the book at Henry. Henry catches the book awkwardly. His eyes widen as though he was seeing something that we could not. A smile tugged at my lips.

Zelena stares at Emma with confusion.

"What are you playing at? Give me that book!" Before Zelena could steal the book from him, Henry stares at me with teary eyes, his lips mouthing a word.

Mom.

With a blink of an eye, Henry slams the book up across Zelena's face. Zelena stumbles back. Henry runs straight to me.

Pushing Henry behind me, I shoot my magic at her. Zelena flies into the wall and crumples to the ground. Catching no movement, I turn my attention to Henry and cup his face in my hands. Tears that I had forced in glide down my cheeks.

"Henry! Are you alright?" I cry, my hands hovering over his face and his body.

"I'm sorry, mom. I didn't mean what I said. I-" Henry cries, his words slurring. I silence him and pull him into a tight hug.

"It's ok. I know. I know you didn't mean it," I assure. But my words drown in his muffled cries. I pull out of the hug. Smiling, I wipe his tears away with my thumbs and run a hand through his hair.

Henry lifts his head up at me and pulls a wobbly smile.

"I love you, mom." I smile widely.

"I love you too." Slowly, I plant a kiss on his forehead. A vibrating force shoves me back, a gasp escaping my lips. We all share surprised looks. The atmosphere relaxes, as though a burden had been lifted.

"You broke the curse," Emma breathes. I look at Henry, a smile teasing my lips.

"Looks like I did."

Destiny's eyes stare past me and widen.

"Regina!" She yells. I follow her gaze and see Zelena climbing to her feet.

I push Henry to Emma and stand beside Destiny. Gritting her teeth, Zelena storms to us. We raise our hands, ready. Before we could thrust her back against the wall, Zelena twirls her fingers. A dense green smoke surrounds us, blurring our vision. She joins our circle.

Without warning, the smoke engulfs us, turning the world pitch black.