Note: Finally, you have been through several chapters since we started with our ladies, Regina and Emma. It's time for them to face each other again while Emma is staying in Storybrooke for her vacation.
Are you going to be curious about Regina's reaction when she read Emma Swan's life on the file? You will find it soon.
It continues… Where am I to start? Oh right! Emma is coming in the diner to meet Ruby. ;-D I won't tell you but you have to read this chapter before we move on to Chapter 8.
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Enjoy the ride of The Whispering of Love, J.
Chapter 7: The Love Attraction Between Two Ladies
The diner got in sight of Emma's direction. She walked on way from her inn room. Her memories scared her out of the blue. She didn't know what to do with the memories. Every day, she fought for her life to get better and went to her therapy sessions with Dr. Maxine on every Wednesday and Friday after her work shift at NYPD. In her days as a detective, Emma tends to do her paperwork before heading out with her partner, Brian for patrolling around in Manhattan.
Brian O'Malley was and is Emma's partner for 5 years on the NYPD force. He hung around with her and his wife for dinner often at Emma's apartment. They always were like the kids in their hearts to tease each other but his wife didn't mind to have them in her life. Emma knew Brian before she became a detective and they shared everything but no secrets between them. They were like a duo in brother-sister bond. If Emma feels upset then Brian is there for her no matter what. He is overprotective of his "sister" when she is going out on the date with the men.
Her memories faded away. Emma was startled by a noise. A tall brunette woman with a red streak in a white collared shirt and a black dress pant. It was Ruby, a waitress at Granny's Diner.
"Emma, you are drifting again." Ruby chuckled.
"No joking. I am doing lately since um… I shouldn't tell you about my past." Emma glanced up at her and smiled.
Hearing the noise behind the counter, Granny came out from the kitchen and yelled at Ruby for getting back on the duty. Her figure was a old lady with the glasses in a blue dress with a white apron. She strode to her granddaughter, Ruby.
"Sorry, it is my grandmother, Granny." Ruby rolled her eyes and turned to Granny. "This is Emma Swan, Granny." She was feeling pride to make a new friend.
"Oh Hello Emma, you can call me Granny if you like. So, what do you like for a breakfast? No one comes in here by 9 o'clock in the morning because the townspeople don't like the breakfast." They laughed. Emma was feeling comfortable when Granny spoke in her gentle tone.
"Hey! You stole my speech about taking a order." Ruby growled at her grandmother. Granny shook her head and continued, "My granddaughter, are you forgetting that you are late for your class today?"
Emma looked back and forth to Granny and Ruby. Her confusion is getting worse between the conversation. She interrupted them by saying 'Are you both related?'
They said in unison, "Yes." Her jaw dropped on the floor when she heard the confirmation.
"Um… Ruby, are you taking an order from me or leave here for your class?" Emma anxiously asked her but in her thoughts was reeling in the wheel. Granny nodded and continued, "I am taking an order for you and Ruby, you better go now or you will be late."
Ruby nodded and gave her thanks. Then she ran out to the library for her class. Emma ordered her egg benedict with a large coffee. Granny took an order then left to cook breakfast.
The clock was ticking. The people came in the diner for their brunch break then walked out. The waitresses were busying themselves to gather their orders and cleaning the tables after the patrons paid for their meals. Emma was sitting in the booth in a corner and had a nice view of the front door when the patrons entered, watched the patrons bickering and laughing. Her memories of the foster life were coming back.
Sometimes, Emma wished that the moment preserved an exactly moment when she was with her parents. But for her, she wished every birthday until she stopped at her age of 14. The wishes almost never came for her. Every time, she closed her eyes and wished for the same thing since she was raised in the foster homes. Until, she found out that she was abandoned on the highway in Portland's famous small town nearby ship harbor. The tourists passed through the small café and drove until they saw a basket. They found her on the highway then took her in to the social worker for foster system.
Her foster life was difficult and it was hard for her to handle it when she grew up. She moved from home to home in her 17 years until she finally settled down in Boston while she was in a group independent home with other foster brothers and sisters. She just knew that she was an orphan in her whole life. She fought for her life to be an independent woman. She had graduated from high school then went straight to a job as a bail bonds woman until she was 23 years old and decided to join the police training in New York after she finished her last day on working for bails bond firm. But she decided to keep her two jobs in case if the police academy was not working out.
Hearing the bell ring from the front door, Emma was out of her thoughts and focused on two patrons who were Henry and Regina. They entered like they owned the diner. Henry wore his Iron Man t-shirt with a blue jeans and black Converse Chucks. Regina wore a white blouse covered with blue blazer and black pencil skirt but not surprised that she wore her famous black 3 inches high heels.
Emma gaped at a brunette short haired woman who strode to the counter, her heart beat rapidly. She was in heavens when she saw Regina in the diner. She didn't realize that she was staring at her longer than she was attracted to Neal. Her thoughts were 'Go to her and say Hello.' And 'You chickened out and be alone forever.'
Regina waited at the counter and listened to his son's chattering about his science project. She was smiling at him and cherishing the moment with him. From the view of Regina's back, Emma was still looking at her and didn't realize that she had an attraction for Madame Mayor. Until, Granny brought her a breakfast plate and heard her words, "Emma, here is your breakfast and coffee then enjoy your meal." with her flashing smile.
Henry heard Emma's name in few steps away and lit up when he saw her in the booth. He yelled "Emma! You're here!"
Emma was alarmed by her 'existing son's yelling. She chuckled. Henry ran to the booth and embraced her. Then he decided to sit beside her and Regina whisked to spot Emma there then walked after Henry ran.
Emma cackled at Henry's chattering and continued, "Kid, you scared me out of the blue because of your loud voice." They laughed.
"Ms. Swan, it's nice to see you again. I'm sorry about Henry's behavior and I never see him in a cheerful self." Regina said with a small smile. She sat down across Henry and Emma in the booth.
Finally, Ruby was back then had a noon shift to gather orders and saw Regina and Henry. She smiled and strode to their booth then took an order from them. She headed back to the kitchen to make their usual orders, brought the food to Henry and Regina.
"Thank you, Ruby" Henry beamed. Ruby nodded and left them in peace.
"Emma, are you staying through this weekend? I'm not sure when you leave here back to New York." Emma glanced at Henry and gave some thoughts. She nodded and continued, "Yes kid, I am afraid. I have to go back on this weekend and have work. I wish I can stay for more days." She paused and turned at Regina. "Madame Mayor, Have you been in New York before?" She tilted her head and arched eyebrow.
Regina was in disbelief when she heard Emma's request. She shook her head and looked back to Henry who was grinning. "Mom, you should go with us and I want to go. Please mom." He pouted. They laughed and continued eating their breakfast until Regina broke the silence.
"Ms. Swan, why are you asking me that question?" She curiously asked. Henry looked back and forth to Emma and his mom. He wondered what happened to them in a moment of kindness.
Henry knew his mom because she is a mayor in her four years term and gave her compromise to the townspeople by her kindness but tough side. He never understands her story when she was young girl. But he mentally held his questions for his mom. Until, Emma spoke up, "I just am curious because you have been working as a mayor in this beautiful town but I just wanted to invite you and Henry to come with me for this weekend in New York. Perhaps, I can give you a tour of New York City in exchange of your offer when you showed me around in Storybrooke." She had her pride at the beat.
Regina blinked. Henry opened and closed his mouth but his jaw was hitting on the floor. Both Mills glanced at each other then back to Emma. Then he beamed at his mom and continued, "Yes mom. We should. Please mom. Come on, mom you should use your vacation days." He begged. Emma shook her head and laughed at both Mills.
"I'll consider your offer and will let you know." Regina smirked and turned to Henry. "My little prince, stop begging me with your pout face. Remember I told you about begging rule." He nodded and bent his head down then ate his eggs. Emma looked back and forth to Regina and Henry.
"Ok, Madame Mayor, I should give you my phone number when you made your decision about my offer. This offer stands."
"Thank you Ms. Swan, I appreciate it." She beamed. Emma's heart fluttered when she saw a real smile from Regina. She never feels that way before when she was falling in love with someone. She held her thoughts about falling in love with a mother of her existing son. She shook her head and picked a napkin then wrote a cell phone on it.
"Here is my cell phone. You can… call me anytime." She chuckled anxiously. Regina received it and put it in her purse then grinned.
"Thank you again dear." Regina turned to Henry and continued, "Henry, I am afraid to tell you that time is up. Let's say goodbye to Ms. Swan and we will head out to the grocery store for our dinner tonight." Henry nodded and had his goodbye for Emma then hugged her. Emma embraced him back and smiled.
"Ms. Swan, I hope you have a good day. And I will inform you tonight by a call. Is it all right?" Regina looked at her and got her confirmation nod. Both Mills paid their breakfast then left the diner. Emma was watching them since they said goodbye. She sighed.
Her attraction to the mayor of Storybrooke has been developed. She was feeling giddy but nervous about the call from her. She was worried about a rejection from them. Sometimes, she feels good when she spot Henry and Regina earlier. She smiled at their conversation while they had their breakfast. Emma gave some thoughts about the mayor few times since she arrived here and met her for first time. She couldn't deny her feeling toward her attraction on a brunette woman.
The patrons included Ruby and Granny was watching the interaction between two ladies in the conversation. They just knew that they had an attraction to each other but never admitted that they liked each other. They wondered if Emma decides to stay in Storybrooke and become a small town deputy or Sheriff someday. They wished they wanted them to get together because they are a cute couple. But they keep hoping about it. The day started to be a good day for everyone.
Emma decided that it's time to leave the diner and get more sightseeing around in Storybrooke before she leave the town. She paid her meal and waved to Ruby and Granny. She strode out and took a walk for sightseeing. She was thinking about Regina while she walked through the buildings. She smiled.
Meanwhile, Regina and Henry arrived at the grocery store, he ran to get a cart and waited for his mom to catch up with him. They walked toward the fruits and vegetable aisle. Regina gathered some fruits and vegetables. Henry took his phone out from his pocket to check the grocery list. His duty was to tell his mom for their grocery list to check. They did that since Henry was 4 years old.
Finally, Henry broke the silence through their shopping. He had some thoughts on asking his mom questions. But he knew that his mom won't answer but in truthfully, she would tell him a truth because of Henry's sake.
"Mom, I have questions for you." Henry glanced back to his mom. He waited for her response. Regina whisked to face him and dropped some vegetable in the cart and nodded.
"Yes sweetheart?" She walked to the lettuce area and observed on the good and neat lettuce. Then she finally brought it to the cart.
"What do you think about Emma Swan?" He blushed and didn't look back to her.
"What?" She jolted. She couldn't think of anything to reply back. She stopped checking on the list and narrowed at him.
"I repeat, 'What do you think about Emma Swan?'" Henry shot a look. He crossed his arms and tapped his shoe. Regina didn't say anything but she continued with her shopping. She walked away and didn't glance back to his son. She felt ashamed but guilty.
Henry sighed and strolled with the cart until he reached his mom.
Regina was not sure about his question. She remembered when she met Emma for first time. Her thoughts were in whirl of wind and she remembered she saw the emerald eyes with compassion. She never saw that before but her heart beat rapidly when she walked toward her. Regina raked her eyes from head to toe then their eyes connected. She felt a warmth from the emerald eyes. She mentally wanted to kiss her pale lips senseless. But she was unsure if Emma likes her and just gets along as friends. Friends? She never had friends before.
She knew that Emma is a young and attractive woman. But she remembered she read some background of Emma's life. She was sad when she read stories about her. But she was impressed with her career as a detective in NYPD at 28 years old. It's a history for NYPD to receive a honor for her. She had some thoughts about Emma and she does like her because of her charismatic side. Until, Henry interrupted her thoughts with his chants of 'Mom'.
Regina was startled by Henry's calling. She looked around and saw Henry's concern look.
"Mom, are you ok?" She nodded and went back to shop for meat area. Henry tilted his head and observed on his mom's behavior. He kept walking with their cart with her along.
Henry tried again by speaking up. "Are you sure, mom? You seem to be in your world few minutes ago." He was worried. Regina opened and closed her mouth. She was thinking about Emma Swan. She nodded and continued, "I'm sure. Sorry, I was thinking about something else." She hoped Henry would drop out on 'Emma Swan' conversation. He nodded and looked around then spotted his favorite ice cream. He beamed and ran to get his ice cream then dropped in the cart.
Regina watched him in every action until she was surprised that Henry dropped his favorite ice cream in the cart and shook her head. They continued shopping until they were satisfied with their grocery. She paid their grocery then loaded it in trunk and headed back to home. Henry helped to carry their groceries and unpack the groceries in the kitchen.
Regina smiled and watched him to unload the groceries in the kitchen. She gave her thanks. He turned around and embraced her. She felt loved toward her little prince. She kissed his forehead and released him for his homework time. She sighed.
The clock was ticking at 5:30pm. Regina looked up at the clock then decided to make dinner for them. She prepped the lasagna recipe and garlic bread. Finally, she baked her lasagna in the oven. She cleaned up in the kitchen then took out the dishes and utensils to the dining room then settled up on the table.
Regina walked out from dining room to her bedroom. She took a shower then wore a yoga pant and Harvard T-Shirt. Then she went downstairs to check on her lasagna and made drinks for her and Henry. Finally, she heard the timer and got her lasagna out then put it on the table.
"Henry! It's time for dinner and wash up." Regina called. Hearing the footsteps hurried out from the office to the bathroom then to dining room. Henry appeared and gave a smile. She looked around and saw him. They sat down and ate in silence.
"Henry, do you remember the offer from Ms. Swan?" He nodded and waved his hand to continue. She rubbed her forehead and looked at him for few minutes.
"Yes mom, I remember that offer earlier today. What about it?" He was curious about her answer. Regina was thinking about it too. He hoped she said yes to the offer and they will leave to New York this weekend with Emma.
The silence was paused between their conversation and they kept eating for their second piece of lasagna. He glanced over at his mom and waited for her approval about New York offer with Emma. He felt nervous.
Regina thought about New York. They would have a tour with Emma Swan. They will stay at her apartment for a weekend. Just three of us in New York. She smiled and felt excited about New York. She never had been there before. It's her first time to experience the city life with Henry and Emma. She sighed and let her thoughts aside then continued, "Will you like to go to New York with Ms. Swan?"
Henry looked up and beamed. "Yes mom. You have to come too." He grinned.
She shook her head and chuckled. "Yes dear, I am going too. I will call her after our dinner. And I will let you know in the morning." He nodded and continued eating his meal until he was full.
Regina was satisfied with her answer. When the dinner was over and they cleaned up and Henry washed the dishes. He walked out from kitchen and Regina was in her office. He entered and saw her mom working on the paperwork from yesterday's agenda. She looked up and smiled.
"Did you call her?" Henry sat down on the couch and looked at her. She shook her head. He nodded and stood up. Regina narrowed her eyes at him and waited for his response. The silence took over their pauses.
"Henry, what's wrong?" He shook his head and walked around her desk. He embraced and kissed her cheek. "Good night mom and love you." He turned around and left.
The paperwork was completed. She looked up at the clock – 10:30pm. It was late for her to do her duty as a mayor all night but she decided to stop working. She leaned against her chair. Her thoughts were spinning around in the wheel about Emma Swan. Regina groaned. She wished she stopped thinking about an infuriating blonde woman.
The annoying but attractive blonde woman was a catch to her. Her body was curved in athletic body. The emerald eyes were in glow of a beauty. She was obsessed with her pink pale lips. She just wanted her. She desired her every minute when she was around her. She felt a pull toward her. She kept thinking about her. Every time, she sees a blonde hair and she think of Emma Swan when she is in her office, looking out on her window.
The attraction between her and Emma Swan was the love connection. They didn't know if they really like each other since they met for first time. They wondered if they asked each other for a confirmation on their attraction. They couldn't stop thinking about each other. They feel giddy toward each other. They just desire each other but wanted to receive what they wanted.
Regina sighed and walked out from her office to the foyer. She strode out to get her purse for Emma's cell phone. She picked her cell phone on the table and dialed her. She waited for other line to connect.
"Hello?" Regina gasped and heard Emma's voice on other line. She was disorienting at first then remembered what she is doing.
"Hello Ms. Swan, this is Regina." Emma smiled.
"Oh Regina, hi again. I was worried about your call." They laughed. Regina shook her head and continued, "Oh really, Ms. Swan? Are you afraid to take a call from Madame Mayor?"
Emma laughed. "I am sure that I can handle it. Anyway, did you make your decision about New York?" She bit her lip and waited for her response.
"Yes Ms. Swan, I made my decision." Regina thought about the trip with two people. Until, Emma called her name several times.
"Well? What is your answer?" Emma was worried and bit her lip until she felt her blood.
"My answer is yes. We will go with you this weekend." Regina smirked. Emma was relieved but excited. The conversation went smoothly.
"Great! So, I will pick you guys up at 9 o'clock Saturday morning. Is it ok?" Emma paced around in her inn room then sat down on her bed. She twirled her blonde curls. Regina headed to her bedroom and clapped for the lights to turn on. Emma heard the clap from other line.
"Did you clap?" Emma was confused. Regina chuckled. "Yes, it was. I clapped for my lights to turn on. Technology is the best." They laughed aloud until they stopped.
"Cool trick. So, ummm…. 9 AM on Saturday?" She asked again.
"Yes, it is fine dear. So see you at 9am on Saturday. I will inform Henry tomorrow morning.
"Great! See you then. Tell him that I said hi." Emma said cheerily
"Will do. Good Night Ms. Swan." Regina tucked herself in her bed and wanted to talk more but decided to not do it.
"Good night Madame Mayor." Emma smiled. They ended the call. They smiled and were thinking about each other.
Their attraction has been developed. The love is still there but they didn't know yet until they will find out for themselves. The attraction never stopped but continued. They were excited about their trip to New York with Emma Swan.
Regina sighed and decided to read some information on E. Swan's life. She felt badly when she read some tragedy of her foster life. She didn't know much about Emma. But she wanted to be getting known her more and wanted to have a nice conversation with her. The idea of sharing information was never a good intention but it won't hurt anybody to try.
Regina read one story about Emma's 20th and her addiction on cocaine. She was surprised about Emma's addiction. She wondered how Emma can influence Henry based on her experience with drugs. She bit her lip and went back to read it on the file.
Swan, Emma Rochelle – 20 years old – D.O.B. April 15, 1987.
The report of Emma Swan – Dr. Robert Thomas – Date: March 12, 2007
Dr. Thomas: Her addiction on cocaine was difficult. The medicine helped her to be in control. She had a therapy session with Dr. Maxine. It went well. I had a chat with her for one-hour session. It was difficult to get her to talk but she won't talk at all. I decided to let her stay in rehab for two weeks at least. I had some notes for her to use my suggestions about staying away from cocaine.
I tested her twice. Her blood pressure was low but her pulses were mild. I gave her some medicine to get her blood pressure to be at least 120. Her weight is 125 lbs. She hadn't been eaten properly but just ate some vegetables. She continued to gain her eating everyday. It was good.
Regina frowned. She wanted to ask Emma more about her addiction on cocaine but preferred not to do it. The guilty feelings were growing and she couldn't stop reading on the stories of Emma's addiction. She continued to read other story about her rehab at 25.
Swan, Emma Rochelle – 25 years old – D.O.B. April 15, 1987
New York Rehabilitation Center – Dr. Janice Smith – June 5, 2012
Emma Swan was doing well on her 20th week of rehab and therapy sessions with me. She looked well. She told her stories about her addiction on cocaine. She has improved better. Her tests were positive. Her blood pressure was at least 125. Her weight was 130. She has been eating toward her vegetarian meals. She was a vegetarian since she was 21 years old. Her allergies were none. She seemed to be ready to go home. But I highly recommended her to stay for one more week until she feels ready to face the reality. I released her for work dismissal due of her career at NYPD. I informed her captain about her rehabilitation. She is in her control and been ready.
Her tears were streaked on her face while she read Emma's story. She wiped her tears and decided to close the file then put it away in the drawer. Regina wonders how Emma handles with her addiction since she stopped using cocaine. She just wanted to help her out with her addiction. Her curiosity was putting her on the risk.
Regina sighed and clapped for the lights to turn off then went to sleep. She was having thoughts about Emma Swan all night. Meanwhile, the town went quiet and the night was shining through the windows of every house. The stars sparkled through the night. The clock is ticking at every hour until it stroked at 6am.
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Ok, Coming up is Chapter 8. It's New York Time!
(Waves a hand) J.