There is nothing more lovely in life than the union of two people whose love for one another has grown through the years, from the small acorn of passion, into a great rooted tree ― Vita Sackville-West
When Killian made his way down the stairs and entered in the living room Robin was still asleep. The thief had spent the night in Killian and Emma's house, since it was bad luck to see the bride before the wedding. He was sound asleep on the couch so Killian decided to make a quick visit to Emma before the wedding. The Savior had spent the night at Regina's.
He grabbed his keys and made his way to the front door, giving Robin a few more minutes of sleep before the wedding.
Once Killian arrived at Regina's he knocked on the door. He waited a few seconds and no one appeared. He was about to knock on the door with his hook again when, suddenly, the door opened.
He was hoping to see Emma on the other side but there was no one in the hall.
Killian took a step forward and entered in the house. Before he could open his mouth, the door that led to the living room opened violently and Regina appeared.
Killian's eyes widened as soon as he saw Regina.
"You look …" – Killian tried to say as he looked at his friend – "… white" – he managed to say and somehow the sentence sounded like a question.
Regina remained in silence with her hands on her hips.
She was wearing her wedding dress and her black hair was half up and half down. The top half was braided in a crown along the back of her head, the rest of her hair falling down in raven waves. Killian also noticed that tiny crystals shimmered in select locations in Regina's hair.
Regina was wearing a long formal dress silhouette fitted at the bodice with a very full skirt – a wedding ball gown with a 3/4 sleeve floral embroidery bodice and an open back.
"White?" – Regina exclaimed – "What kind of compliment is that?"
"I just … I've never seen you in white before" – Killian said as Regina walked towards him – "But it suits you" – he added, before Regina could start arguing with him.
Regina stopped right in front of him. She looked nervous even if she tried to disguise it. Killian also noticed the way Regina kept shrugging her shoulders but before he could ask what was bothering her she wrapped her arms around his torso and rested her chin on his shoulder.
"I really need a hug" – she murmured.
Killian was taken aback by Regina's action. He was expecting anything but a crushing hug from the Queen. He hugged her back after a few seconds.
"It's not like this is your first wedding" – Killian said softly, trying to cheer up his friend. He felt Regina smiling against his shoulder – "Is everything alright?" – he asked.
"Yeah, I just … I'm just a little bit nervous" – Regina said, releasing Killian from her hug – "Do I look different to you?" – she asked, after a few seconds of silence.
"Definitely" – Killian said.
"Yes, I know …" – Regina said, rolling her eyes – "But do I look different?" – she asked, emphasizing the last word. Killian arched his eyebrow, saying without words that he was not following.
Regina closed her eyes and sighed.
Men – she thought – Why couldn't they understand a simple question? All she wanted to know was if he noticed any difference in her body.
"You look great, Regina" – Killian said, touching her arm gently and interrupting her thoughts.
She was about to say thank you when a disturbed thought invaded her mind.
"Oh – My – God!" – she exclaimed – "What are you doing here? You can't be here!" – she added, grabbing Killian's arm and pushing him out of the room.
Killian shook his head confused. One moment she was hugging him and the next she was dragging him out of the room.
"What do you mean what am I doing here?" – he tried to say as they walked through the hallway – "I'm here to see Emma"
"You need to go, now" – Regina said, opening the front the door – "You can't be here!"
"Regina …" – Killian tried to say but Regina ignored him.
"It's bad luck to see the bride in her wedding dress before the wedding!" – she continued to say, trying to push Killian out of the door – "You're ruining everything!"
He was ruining everything? – Killian thought. Regina was the one ruining everything. All he wanted to do was to see Emma and Regina was preventing it from happening. She was ruining his chance to see her before the wedding.
"You can't be here!" – Regina insisted – "It's bad luck to see the bride in her wedding dress before the wedding!" – she insisted.
"But I'm not your groom!" – Killian exclaimed. He wanted to see Emma; he needed to see her.
"But you're a groom!" – Regina shouted back.
"What? That doesn't make any sense" – Killian replied.
"I don't care! I'm not risking it!" – Regina said, pushing Killian out of her house and closing the door.
She pressed her forehead against the wood and shut her eyes before turning around and pressing her back against it. She instinctively put her hand over her belly and took a deep breath.
"Do I really have to wear my hair up?" – a familiar voice made her open her eyes – "I want to look as natural as possible"
Regina immediately saw Emma descending the stairs; Belle was right behind her, trying to put some of Emma's golden tresses up.
"We've already talked about this" – Regina retorted, walking towards Emma.
The Queen snapped her fingers, making a chair appear right in front of her. She grabbed Emma's elbows and forced her into the chair so Belle could finish to do her hair.
Emma was about to protest when she felt a kick in her stomach. She immediately put her hand over her abdomen.
"Emma, are you alright?" – Belle said when Emma let out a choked chuckle and shook her head.
"Sorry … the baby is kicking" – Emma said with a broad grin on her face – "I don't think I'll ever get used to it" – she added, feeling the signs of the tiny life inside her. Emma grabbed Belle's hand and guided it to her stomach, then she did the same thing with Regina.
"Wow!" – Belle said in awe – "I've read that women describe the sensation as being like popcorn popping" – she giggled as another kick came in response – "He or she is definitely a pirate"
Emma turned her head and saw Regina looking at her belly with a strange expression on her face. The Queen was paralyzed and her eyes were fixed on Emma's big belly.
After a few seconds of silence, Regina spoke:
"Does it hurt?" – she asked, turning her attention to Emma. The Savior looked at her friend confused – "The kicking, does it hurt?" – Regina explained.
"No, it's just like Belle said. It feels like popcorn popping or butterflies fluttering" – Emma explained, caressing her belly – "You have nothing to worry about" – she murmured, winking at Regina.
"Where have you been?" – a voice startled Killian as soon as he opened the front door. For a few seconds he thought that he was still at Regina's and that the Queen was, as usually, yelling at him – "You were supposed to wake me up hours ago! I'm the groom. I can't be late!" – Robin exclaimed as Killian walked towards him.
"I was at your place trying to see my fiancée but Regina dragged me out of the house before I could even see her" – Killian explained. He looked at his friend and noticed that he was wearing a tuxedo – "You clean up nice" – he added.
"Not thanks to you" – David said, entering in the living room.
"And not thanks to you" – Mary Margaret said before Killian could speak.
She approached Robin and helped him tie his tie.
"I thought you were going to help Emma and Regina with the dresses" – Killian said.
"Belle is already there. I thought I would be more helpful here" – Mary Margaret said as she helped Robin with his coat – "The boys are upstairs. Roland tried to strip out of his clothes before I could even turn my attention to Neal. I managed to stop him before he could get too far. Henry is supervising them" – she explained, making Killian smile.
"I need more coffee!" – a familiar voice caught their attention.
Killian made his way to the kitchen and saw Will seated on one of the chairs; his head was rested on the kitchen table. Killian could also see a mug next to the thief.
"I shouldn't have played that bloody drink game" – Will mumbled.
"And you lost" – Killian said, catching Will's attention.
"Not so loud" – Will said, pressing his hands to his temples.
"I hope you plan on cleaning this up" – Killian said, pointing at the plates and cups scattered all over the kitchen. Will opened his mouth to protest but Killian was faster – "Don't try to deny it, Will. I know it was you" – he added, remembering last night and the noise he heard coming from the kitchen.
Will had practically invited himself to spend the night at Killian's. The pirate had tried to dissuade him but the thief ignored him and collapsed on one of the couches. Later that night he invaded the kitchen and stole all the food in the fridge.
"You sound like Emma" – Will huffed – "Do you have her super power as well?" – he asked.
"I have a task for you" – Killian said, seating on the chair in front of Will.
"The dishes, I know …" – Will started to say.
"I have another task for you" – Killian insisted, making Will arch an eyebrow – "And I think you're going to like it"
"What is it?" – the thief asked suspiciously.
Killian rose from his chair and smiled at Will.
"We'll talk about it later, for now just focus on the dishes" – he said, before leaving the room.
"It better not involve water" – Will replied, remembering the time he had to walk the plank.
Killian smirked as the image of snowflakes invaded his mind.
Emma looked around the large tent, trying to relax. She approached the removable wall and popped her head in. A gentle breeze caressed her cheeks as she looked at the two other tents that were perched on either side of the rows of chairs. The elegant fabrics draped across the ceilings with crystal chandeliers hanging overhead reminded her of the stories that her parents used to tell her about the balls in the Enchanted Forest. The clearing in the forest was full of people and Emma could feel her heart beating against her ribcage.
She was nervous, not only because she would have to step out of the tent and all eyes would be on her, but also because Killian was nowhere to be seen.
Where is he? – Emma said to herself.
She was expecting to see him before the wedding but the makeup and the hair and the dresses stole all her time to go home and see him.
She looked at her engagement ring and smiled.
"You look stunning, Swan" – a familiar voice breathed into her ear, making her blush.
She opened her mouth but no sound came out of it. Her eyes trailed down to take the tuxedo that fit him perfectly. She looked at his white turn-down collar shirt and noticed that he had gone without a tie, leaving the collar open, so she could see the necklaces he wore peeking out just a little. He looked as handsome as ever.
"Shall we?" – Killian asked, reaching for her left hand. He entwined theirs fingers together, raising their joined hands to his lips and pressing a kiss against her knuckles.
Emma smiled at Killian and tucked her hand into the crook of his elbow.
They walked down the aisle and despite all the eyes being on them, Emma didn't care. She was so focused on the beautiful man next to her and the warmth of his skin against hers that she didn't even notice the way people looked at her big belly and the whispers about her current condition.
Before they part ways Killian rested his hand on her belly and gave Emma a quick kiss on her cheek. Then he made his way to Robin's side.
Emma smiled when she spotted Regina, Henry and Roland. She felt the tears in the corners of her eyes as soon as she saw her son walking down the aisle. When Henry made his way to Killian's side she couldn't help but feel her heart beating against her ribcage at the sight of the two men of her life side by side, looking like real princes; the two most important people of her life looking like father and son.
Emma felt Roland holding her hand and knelt down so she was at his level eye, then she picked him up.
"My tie is choking me, can I take it off?" – Roland asked, making Emma smile.
"You're going to have to wait a little" – Emma said softly – "After your mom and dad cut the cake you can take it off, okay?" – she added, already knowing that Regina would want a lot of pictures before the dinner was served.
The little boy nodded and Emma stroked his hair.
She turned her attention to her parents and smiled when she saw her mother and father smiling as they looked at Regina and Robin. Neal was on Mary Margaret's lap. She whispered something to Neal and pointed at the happy couple that was about to share their vows.
"For a long time I didn't believe that I would ever find love again" – Regina started to say – "I thought that becoming the Evil Queen would fulfil me but I was wrong. Someone once told me that pixie dust doesn't lie … It took me a long time to believe it but Tinkerbell was right" – she continued to say, feeling the tears starting to appear in her eyes – "All it took was you to make my life worth living again. You came into my life at a time when I thought I was never going to see my son again; that I had lost my happy ending forever … but then you saved me from that flying monkey" – she laughed at little at that – "Even when we didn't have our memories I always felt a connection between us. You made me want to be the best version of myself and I promise to stand by your side and to be your partner on whatever crazy adventures that comes our way. I love you, Robin"
Robin was about to lean forward so he could kiss her but then he remembered where they were and that it wasn't the time for the big kiss yet.
"Regina, you stole my heart from the moment I laid eyes on you" – Robin said. Regina's eyes popped wide open – "Even when you tried to choke me in your castle I knew that there was more behind the mask that you insisted on wearing. I fell in love with your snarky comments and your rolling eyes but more importantly I fell in love with the strong and resilient and caring woman that you are" – he explained – "I look at you and I see a second chance; a future. You have made my life infinitely better and I look forward to be your husband. I love you, Regina"
A smile filled both of their eyes. Archie cleared his throat and they managed to glance over at him and then at Emma and Killian. Each handed them the rings.
After slipping the gold band on each other's ring finger, Archie finally said the words that Regina and Robin wanted to hear. There wasn't the slightest bit of hesitation. Their lips came together and for a few seconds it felt like they were the only two people in the world until the applause of those standing near them interrupted their moment. Robin rested his forehead on hers and caressed her cheek.
"Your Majesty" – Robin whispered, extending his arm and drawing a smile on Regina's face.
"Thief" – Regina softly said, linking her arm in his.
Robin chuckled beside her, and she leaned into him in response.
The line moved forward and Killian stepped up to the bar, ordering himself a glass of dark rum and David a scotch. The pirate glanced over at Emma, watching her pull Roland up onto her lap. He took the opportunity to admire his beautiful princess.
She looked unbelievably stunning. Her red dress reminded him of their adventure in the Past and their first dance at King Midas's ball. His breath stopped for a moment as he saw her open back and how the long dress hugged her round stomach. Despite Emma's protests, Killian loved the way her hair was pulled back loosely at the back of her head and how it allowed him to see her elegant neck.
The sound of a familiar voice pulled his attention away from the table.
"Long time no see" – the woman said, placing a hand on his arm.
"Ariel" – Killian said – "Eric" – he added, looking at the redhead woman and the man next to her.
"I was just telling Ariel about our conversation at Robin's bachelor party" – the prince said. Killian opened his mouth but Ariel was faster.
"I'm sorry for the things I said to you. I was wrong" – the mermaid said, remembering the time when Eric was kidnapped by Black Beard and she asked Killian for his help.
"I should be the one apologizing. I shouldn't have tossed Black Beard overboard" – Killian said – "You helped me find my ship and I didn't help you find Eric. I'm so sorry, Ariel" – he explained – "I'm glad you found him, even without my help"
Ariel smiled at her prince and then she turned her attention back to Killian.
"I had to rescue that awful man to find him" – she explained.
"So, he's alive?" – Killian asked, feeling a wave of relief for knowing that he wasn't responsible for his death.
"Probably" – Ariel said – "I left him on the desert island where he had Eric stashed"
"That way he can no longer hurt anyone" – Eric completed.
Killian looked to where Emma was sat, watching her talk animatedly with her parents. She laughed at something that David said and Killian couldn't help but smile as he took her in. Suddenly a disturbed thought crossed his mind as he imagined Black Beard seeking revenge on him. He saw Roland touching Emma's belly and fear invaded his body. He had a family now, a family that his enemies could use against him.
No one had seen Milah around during the past four weeks and Killian allowed himself to forget about the threat that was already hanging in his life – in his family's life. He didn't want to think about the possibility of another villain coming to town. They had enough problems to deal with already.
"I'm really glad you found Emma. I always knew you were a good man" – the mermaid said, touching Killian's arm and making him turn his attention back to her – "You're going to be a wonderful father" – she added, before linking her arm in Eric's and retreating back to their table.
After the cake was consumed, Regina and Robin walked hand in hand to perform their first dance as a married couple. Everyone made their way to the dance floor. The candles flickering in mason jars, hanging from the trees, created a romantic atmosphere.
When the music started and Robin was about to lift Regina's arm, so he could spin her in a slow circle, the Queen released her hand from his embrace and took a step back. Robin looked at her confused as he heard the soft murmurs of people talking.
"What's wrong?" – he softly asked, approaching her.
Suddenly she felt too nervous to look at him and looked at her feet instead.
She tried to disguise her discomfort during the entire wedding. She even pretended to drink the glass of champagne after the toast and the cake but now she couldn't pretend anymore. She was feeling more and more nervous. She needed to tell Robin otherwise she was going to explode.
"Regina, please …" – his fingers placed under her chin and his thumb stroking her jaw, making her lift her head and look at him – "What's wrong?" – he asked again.
Regina grabbed his hand and took it off of her face, entwining their fingers together.
She took a step forward, Robin still holding her hand.
"I have something to say" – Regina said, looking at the people that stood on the side of the dance floor. She took a deep breath and turned her attention to Robin again – "I'm pregnant" – she said with a shy smile on her face.
The sound of the applause of the people around them invaded their ears.
"What?" – Robin breathed.
"Do you want me to say it again?" – Regina asked, trying to understand if Robin was happy or mad.
"You're pregnant" – Robin said, unable to hide the emotion from his voice.
"Yes" – Regina said – "I found out yesterday, after I did the test, during the bachelorette party" – she added.
A euphoric grin took over Robin's face. He pressed his lips against hers and Regina could still feel his smile as he kissed her lips.
After everyone congratulated the happy couple the music started again and Robin lifted Regina's arm, spinning her in a slow circle until she faced him. Regina placed one of her hands on Robin's shoulder, while her husband put his hand on her waist, pulling her close.
Robin squeezed her hand and then began to move as she rallied her feet to match his. Regina focused on his eyes and trusted in his lead.
"We're going to have a baby" – Robin said as if he was talking to himself.
A wide smile appeared on Regina's face.
"I think it's going to be a girl" – she whispered, watching as a smile broke out on Robin's face.
"Do you remember?" – Emma asked as her hands played in the back of Killian's hair.
They were dancing in silence for a few minutes. Emma could feel Killian's hook rested on her waist, pulling her close – closer than what would be consider appropriate.
"Remember what, love?" – he asked, placing a kiss on Emma's shoulder before resting his chin there.
"The first time we danced" – Emma explained, making Killian look at her.
Their noses were only inches away from each other.
"How could I forget?" – Killian said, smiling at Emma as he moved them around the dance floor.
After a few seconds of silence a forceful kick directed itself to Emma's lower abdomen. A light gasp of surprise escaped her mouth and her hand instantly went to the area. Her sudden stop caused David and Mary Margaret to almost bump into them but Killian pulled Emma out of the way at the last minute.
"Emma…" – Killian immediately said with an expression of worry on his face.
"Don't worry, I'm okay" – she said with a watery smile – "He is his father's son" – she added, placing his hand over her belly – "I'm head over heels in love with you. Do you know that?" – Emma said, trying to stifle a laugh and feeling tears coming to her eyes.
"Emma, what's wrong?" – Killian insisted. His expression tightened and Emma could almost see the tension thrumming through his veins.
Emma bit her lower lip, knowing that lying wasn't an option. She was an open book to him.
During the ceremony a disturbed thought invaded her mind. She tried not to think about the prophecy and the consequences of her pregnancy but seeing Robin and Regina exchanging vows and radiating love and happiness made her wish even more doing the same thing with Killian. Emma couldn't help but think that maybe they would never have the chance to have their own wedding.
She was not afraid of dying. She was afraid of never having the chance to see Killian waiting for her at the end of the aisle. She was afraid of never having the chance to dance with Killian on their wedding day. She was afraid of never having the chance to have a real future with Killian.
She never dreamed of fairy tale weddings but seeing Regina and Robin together …
"I was just thinking …" – she started to say – "I know that we agreed to marry after the baby is born but do you think that we…"
"We will" – Killian immediately said like he was reading Emma's mind – "You said everything was going to be okay. You said that, Swan" – he insisted, cupping her face and making her meet his gaze – "You weren't having doubts a month ago. What changed?"
"I don't know… being here, with you, I guess…" – Emma sighed – "I just … why do we have to wait? We can get married before the baby is born…"
"Love …" – Killian tried to say.
"… just in case things don't go the way we planned" – Emma continued to say.
"We're not going to do anything just in case, Emma" – Killian declared – "We are not going to give up on our future. We're going to have this baby and we're going to get married and we're going to see our children grow up. I promise"
Emma pursed her lips and nodded. All she could see in his eyes was the truth. He was giving her hope, like she had giving him hope when they found out about the consequences of her pregnancy. She wrapped her arms around his torso and rested her chin on his shoulder, then she placed a light kiss on the side of his neck.
"I'm head over heels in love with you too, Swan" – Killian whispered, closing his eyes.
Emma could feel Killian's breath on her neck, calming her down. Her eyes landed on Roland and Henry at the table and she couldn't help but smile as she watched her son helping the little boy getting rid of the tie. Before Regina could protest, Roland took off his shoes and ran away from the Queen.
"Are you ready for the test?" – Emma asked softly. Killian followed her gaze and saw Roland running around the dance floor – "Do you think we can handle two kids for two weeks?" – she added.
"Aye, love" – Killian said, smiling – "We can handle anything"
They agreed to take care of Roland during Robin and Regina's honeymoon. The boy couldn't be more excited about it. Killian promised to take him and Henry sailing.
"Roland is a little spitfire" – Emma commented – "And you told him that pirates don't have bed time"
"And they don't" – Killian immediately said.
"Which means that we're going to have a problem" – Emma continued to say, ignoring Killian's comment.
"We're going to be fine, Swan" – Killian said – "Besides, we need to practise" – he added, making Emma chuckle.
"I know, I know…" – Emma said, leaning her head against his shoulder – "With you by my side I don't think there's anything I can't do" – she murmured.
Hello dear readers! I'm so sorry for the waiting!
About the scene between Ariel, Eric and Killian I'd like you to know that in this story the Ariel and Killian scene from season 4 episode 16 didn't happen, so this was the first time they met after all that happened in the Enchanted Forest.
Regina is pregnant! I had that in mind for quite some time. I love Outlaw Queen so this story will be a lot different from the show (I still can't believe they killed Robin!)
I hope you liked this chapter! Please share your thoughts with me, I love reading the reviews!
Love you guys! (: