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Chapter 15: Additional Help

Hermione was in front of the manor where the magical energy she was feeling came witch entered the place,paying attention to what she could find there. She had pulled out her wand. Technically she could not use it outside Hogwarts, but if her life was in danger, there was an exception. She did not take any chances and brandished her wand right in front of her, hoping with all her heart that she would not have to use it. As she continued walking down the hall, she finally found Emma in front of a door. Hermione was not fooled and felt all the energy that emanated from both Emma and the door.

"Emma? It's me, Hermione, you know Regina's daughter!"

"Do not come near me!" Cried the blonde, more afraid of hurting others than herself.

"What are you going to do?"

"Open this damn door! If what I have been told is true, I will lose my magic. I would no longer be a danger to the people I love."

"And who will protect them when the next threat approaches?"

"I ... We'll find..."

Hermione then rushed to the door and closed it again while Emma was about to open it. The brunette looked at her mother's friend before explaining to her that the magic she was expressing today had always been present in her. It was a part of herself that she could not just suppress at the risk of losing part of her soul. Magic is a gift, it is not easy to control it but it helps to protect those who are dear to us.

"Look at me in the eyes, Emma, and tell me that the day your magic would have been useful to save a life, you will always tell yourself that today you have made the right decision. Tell me that and I'll let you open that door."

"But..."

"No, there is no "but"! I know I'm just a kid for you, but I'll help you as much as I can to control your magic, my mom will help you. The first step is to understand that magic is not something extra in you, but that it is you, it defines you."

The sparks in Emma's body could be seen calming down to Hermione's soothing words. The young Gryffindor was proud of her. Hook returned to the room where the two women were, followed closely by Elsa. The pirate took his companion in his arms and that put out the last little magic overdoses created by Ingrid. They all went out and found Snow, David and Henry on the landing. They hugged the blonde apologetically. Everything seemed normal again until Emma and Elsa realized that the bracelet they both wore on their wrists was not natural. The saviour took the time to thank Hermione despite the victory being short-lived.

They all returned to Granny's wondering what would be the next step. On the way, Regina made an appearance and Hermione did not wait to take advantage of her mother's arms. The ex-Evil Queen was totally thrilled. Having her daughter in her town was like closing the loop. Everything was perfect now, she thought. They explained to her what had just happened and the help that Hermione had provided. Regina could not be more proud of her daughter than at this moment, she had just arrived here and already she showed that she had the same heart as Daniel.

"Hermione, do you think your magic could destroy those bracelets? After all, you have a different magic than this city, it could work!" Exclaimed Henry more than impatient to see how the magic of the young woman was.

"Sorry Henry but I can't use it ..."

"Why?" Snow asked, with curiosity.

"I do not have the right to use magic outside my school before I'm 17 years old. This is the law in the wizarding world. I would love to help you or even just give you a demonstration of what I can do but..."

"Do not worry, we'll find a way." Emma added, giving her a smile.

Regina looked at her tenderly and made her understand that, when the time came, she would teach her, if she wished, to use the magic she held of her. After all, there was no law preventing her from learning a type of magic that is not even listed in this world! Henry pouted in disappointment, but he could not blame her for respecting the rules after all. He knew that nothing prevented him from asking her all the questions he had in mind once this story with Ingrid was over. On their way back, they met Robin, who was more than happy to meet his companion's daughter.

"You must be Robin, right?"

"That's right, dear! It's a pleasure to meet you, I have never seen Regina as happy as she has been since she found you."

Hermione could only blush at this admission just like her mother. The man explained why he had left the library where he had been looking for a way to stop Ingrid. He unfolded a small piece of paper similar to the pages of Henry's book, showing the day Regina had fled to the bar. Except this time she went in and met Robin. It was impossible, it was not what had happened and yet the page seemed authentic! There had to be an explanation, but that should wait another moment.

"Hermione, Ingrid is about to cast a spell that will be very dangerous, we will all turn against each other. You could be hurt! You should think about leaving the city." Regina sighs, disappointed at the possibility of having to be separated from her daughter.

"Because you really think that I'm going to leave you right now? Sorry, but I'm kind of stubborn. I prefer to stay around and help as much as I can!"

Regina smiled at the young woman; the day ahead promised to be long.