The chapter some of you have been waiting for ...

As Friday night approached, Henry was excited to bring some comics to the sleepover at his friend Ben's house. His mother told him to pack a bit lighter, as he was practically taking his whole collection along with him. With a sigh, he narrowed it down to just a few comics to take with him. Regina felt better knowing he would be happy at his friend Ben's house until tomorrow afternoon. The boys had a common interest as most boys their age in superheroes and video games. Henry was buzzing the whole car journey; it was nice hearing him go on about a boy his own age. Henry had never truly made friends until recently. He had become a young boy who was thoughtful and caring. Ever since Emma came to town, he was like a new boy; beaming with a sense of hope she could only thank Emma for.

"Now you call me if you need me. Ben's mother has my contact number too. Remember to use your manners like I taught you." Regina indicated right, driving into Ben's street.

"Yes mom, it's not the first time I've had a sleepover." He reminded her.

"All the same. Now I'll pick you up at noon tomorrow ok?" She pulled the car over, outside his house.

"Sure. What are you going to do before then?" He asked with interest, leaving Regina taken aback.

"I might finish reading my book. Do a bit of gardening." She said the first thing she could think of.

Not that she wanted to keep her and Emma secret from Henry, but this was their first date after all. She gathered she would gauge the situation and how Henry may take the news at a later date. Would he be thrilled that his two mom's were finally getting along and genuinely enjoying the others company? Perhaps she should talk to Emma about it.

"Sounds good mom. Try not to miss me." He flashed a cheeky smile as he rested his hand on the car door handle.

"I will." She said truthfully.

"Ok be good." She leaned across and kissed his cheek.

"Will do. Bye mom." He got out the car, his bag over his shoulder and ran up the garden path. Taking one final look behind him to wave goodbye as Ben greeted him.

It was only when she was alone in the house, did her stomach flutter nervously thinking about her big date that night. It was only 4pm, but she wanted to take her time getting ready and calm her nerves before Emma picked her up at 7pm. So she began her routine of running a hot bath, letting the bath salts and the steam relax her. Once done, she wrapped a fluffy towel around her body and made her way to her wardrobe. Eyeing up the choices, took a lot longer than she care to admit. Finally she decided upon a dark blue dress which cut off at the knee. She hoped Emma would like it.

It was a strange emotion that ran through her as she dried her hair and began her makeup regime. She had never dated properly before. With Daniel their relationship was young and naive, consisting of stolen glances and quick kisses when they could get away just the two of them. With Leopold, it was the very opposite, it was no secret they had no care for the other one. Their interactions were very regimented and unfulfilling. With Graham it was purely physical, no courting involved. There had been other suitors before Storybrooke, but again nothing that went beyond a one night stand. And so to be going on an actual date, to an actual restaurant with a woman she had feelings for was a new experience for Regina Mills. A woman who holds her head high, ready to take charge, wasn't used to suddenly feeling a bit anxious. She knew as soon as Emma picked her up she would feel at ease, but 7pm seemed so far away. As if sensed she was thinking about her, her cell phone buzzed from her dresser.

'Is it just me or is 7pm an eternity away?' Reading the message, she immediately felt calmer.

'Not just you, I was just thinking the same thing.' Regina smile as she messaged back.

'Good things come to those who wait they say.'

'That's what I was trying to tell you yesterday when you tried to kiss me.' The brunette couldn't stop herself from smiling.

'Can't blame a girl for trying.'

'It was tempting, but I think I prefer to make you wait.'

'Which brings me back to my early statement, 7pm is too damn far away.'

'It's now only 1 hour and 30 minutes Miss Swan, patience is a virtue.'

'I'll see your gorgeous self soon then.' Regina blushed at the message and then typed back.

'See you soon dear.'

As the doorbell chimed at 6:50, Regina took a deep breath before opening the door to a dressed up Emma Swan holding out flowers.

"Emma." She breathed, taking in the sight of the blonde with a high ponytail, a red dress and of course black leather jacket to give the outfit a bit more of a touch of Emma.

"Wow." Emma gulped, taken a back with how stunning Regina looked. Her hair, her makeup, her outfit.

"You look absolutely gorgeous." She breathed.

"Thank you dear, you look beautiful too." The two smiled like two young teenagers. There was a beat or two of not knowing what to say next.

"These are for you." Emma suddenly remembered she was holding flowers and thrust them out to her.

"These are lovely Emma, thank you." She breathed in the scent of the flowers as she stepped aside.

"Come in for a moment, I'll just put these in some water."

Emma went to rock on her heels as she waited and realised how difficult it was to do compared to her normal boots. She stole a quick glance in the mirror and fixed her hair, silently telling herself to not mess things up tonight.

"Ready to go?"

"For the past few hours, yes." She smiled, the two looking forward to their date. She didn't want to come off strong but she also wanted to treat Regina like a lady tonight. She gathered she was a woman who expected a touch of class and so she offered her arm to link as the two walked down the short path to the taxi.

The short drive to the restaurant consisted of chatter about their day and how the day had dragged in anticipation of their date. Regina rested her hand on Emma's knee, noticing how tense she seemed.

"You ok dear?"

"I'm fine." She lied.

"You're not nervous are you?"

"I just want you to enjoy tonight and I know I can be awkward at times." She reeled out the truth and felt better for it.

Regina gave her knee a gentle squeeze.

"You know you don't have to be nervous around me."

"I know."

"If it helps I'm enjoying myself so far."

"That's what I like to hear." Emma said with relief.

As they pulled up to the restaurant, Regina nodded her head in approval of the choice of venue as Emma paid the driver.

"Gusteau's. I've heard good things about here." The brunette smiled as Emma linked her once again and led the way to the restaurant.

"You've not been here before? Apparently the pasta dishes are really good." She lowered her arm and held the door open for her.

"So courteous tonight Miss Swan." She noted.

"Got to treat a lady right." She grinned. Regina scanned the room and approved of its atmosphere. Classy, yet intimate. The waiter escorted them to their table, took their coats and their drink order as they sat at a candlelit table for two. Glancing at the menu, Regina was spoiled for choice, as everything sounded amazing.

"I don't think you'll be having grilled cheese here Emma."

"Not tonight." Emma smiled before looking at her menu.

"So Henry's at a sleepover?"

"Yes he's gone to his friend Benjamin's house. He was quite excited when I left him earlier. The two of them will talk away and read comics happily enough."

"Henry tells me you're quite found of them yourself."

"I enjoy hearing about what the X-Men are up to from time to time." Regina let out a light-hearted laugh which made Emma smile just at the sound of it.

"He certainly likes his stories."

"He's got quite the imagination." Regina's smile slowly faded as the concept of Henry and the Storybook fascination set in. The thought her own son thought of her as the evil queen always saddened her and she feared deep down that one day his 'theory' would be proved.

Before Emma was able to pick up on the flicker of sadness, the waiter was back with a bottle of red wine for them both. As he poured the wine, he politely asked if they need more time to order.

"I'm ready if you are," Regina waited.

"Ladies first then." Emma let her order first.

"To start I would like to order the French onion soup and then for main the risotto vert please."

"Excellent choice and for you ma'm." He turned to Emma.

"Err the soup for me too and I'll have the steak medium rare with peppercorn sauce too please."

"Very good ladies. Your starters won't be too long, just let me know if you need anything."

"We will do thank you." Emma smiled as he nodded and walked away.

Regina smiled at the blonde knowing she had relaxed now they were sat down and left just the two of them.

"You look very beautiful tonight Emma. That colour really suits you." She gestured to the red dress. The blonde blushed at the compliment.

"It's a rare sight to see me in a dress."

"I feel honoured."

"I'm just happy we've got to do this. Should have happened much sooner."

As the night went on and wine was ever flowing, Emma opened up to her in ways she never had with Neal or anyone for that matter. She told Regina all about growing up in the foster system and delved into her past a lot more.

"You must have been lonely." Regina leant forward and placed her hand on top of hers.

"Yes and no. I mean the kids in the system with me were like brothers and sisters, but they came and went. No one I am in touch with anymore."

"You not looked them up? Surely being a bails bonds person could reunite you."

"I've thought about it, but I think it would be hard for some of them. Most kids just want to move on once they get out."

"That makes sense." Regina twirled her wine and sipped.

"I'm sorry am I talking too much?" Emma stopped herself short, suddenly aware that Regina was listening for a long time and she might be boring her.

"Not at all. It's just nice to get to know you better."

"I'm not very good at this dating thing." She screwed up her face, embarrassed.

"I think you're doing just fine dear." She stroked her thumb across the back of her hand and Emma relaxed somewhat.

"What about you? What was it like for you growing up? Henry says your parents passed away before he was born?"

"Well, I had a very loving father, Henry, as you know." Emma nodded.

"As soon as I held Henry in my arms, I had to honour my father by naming Henry after him. I have very fond memories of him teaching me how to horse ride and spending time with me. It was a shock when he died, Mother not long after him."

"I'm sorry to hear that. You were close to your mother also?" Emma detected something there. Regina chose her words carefully. That would open a whole new can of worms if she wasn't careful.

"Mother was an interesting woman. She had her own way of going about things and how everything had to go according to her plan. I never connected with her compared to my father. That's why I clung to him in times of need, my Mother not so much. She had a funny way of showing she cared for me."

"I'm sure she did."

"Anyway enough of that for now, Henry's birthday in a couple of weeks, I was thinking we could maybe plan him a party together."

"Absolutely!" Emma exclaimed.

"Although can't say I've organised a party before." Regina looked away, a flicker of guilt crossing her face that Emma thankfully didn't pick up on.

"It's not hard at all, besides this is for Henry, he'd be happy as long as you're there."

"What did you have in mind?"

"I was thinking of throwing him a comic themed party."

"Incredible." Emma grinned.

"We could have it at the park, granted the weathers forecast. The kids would be happy with the playground; we could have an outdoor barbeque, that sort of thing."

"He'll love that."

"Maybe we could go shopping for a joint present for him?" Emma was thankful in that moment of how open minded Regina had been to their relationship. How she was quick to welcome her in and be a part of Henry's life.

"Would that be ok?" Regina asked sensing something was wrong.

"That would be perfect, thank you."

"More wine?" Regina noticed her empty glass.

"I think I've had enough for tonight."

"How about we head back to my place and we can have a drink or two there?"

"Sounds good, let me get the cheque."

"I will get it tonight Miss Swan."

"Let me buy you dinner. You cook for me all the time." She insisted.

After she had paid and tipped the waiter, she flagged down a taxi and the two headed back to Regina's.

The two walked up the path to the house, hands locked, in a blissful silence. As Regina unlocked the front door, Emma stopped on the step.

"I've had a lovely time tonight." She began. Regina turned to face her and admired the way Emma looked at her.

"Me too Emma." She said softly.

"So this is the part in the movies where we kiss at the door and I wish you a good night."

Emma took a step closer to her. Regina eyed her carefully, before responding.

"Unless of course you'd like to come inside?" Emma rocked on her heels, seriously contemplating it.

"I reallllyyyy want to, but I don't sleep with girls on the first date." Regina admired her trying to be chivalrous, but she could also see her turmoil. Emma was looking at her with want, that was clear.

"As you said yourself, technically this isn't the first date if you count our outings."

"You do make a good case Ms Mills-" She sighed as Regina took a step toward her and tugged gently on the bottom of her jacket.

"But I'm going to be a gentleman." She reached her hand out and their fingers intertwined.

"Well the gentlemanly thing to do is to kiss me right here, right now." Regina said softly.

"That sounds only fair." The two smiled and leaned in to the softest of kisses. As far as dates went, this was pretty spectacular and this was a first date. Emma expected to be clumsy and awkward, but Regina made her feel at ease.

For Regina too, she felt she had never been this relaxed with anyone, she could be herself around Emma, without judgement. As the kiss became more needing, Regina was fighting against pulling her inside and leading her to her bedroom. But Emma wanted to take things slow, she could honour that.

"I guess I can appreciate you wanting to take things slow." She broke the kiss, but remained in close proximity, hating herself for saying as such.

"You sure?" Emma's hand had lowered on its own accord to rest on her backside.

"I need you to stop touching me like that to be sure." Emma snapped her hands up and raised them in the air in a surrender pose.

"Come on, the guest room is set up still. You can sleep there." Regina laughed lightly at her dorky nature.

"Ever the hostess." Regina led the way and Emma followed her up.

"Just for the record, resisting you is a very difficult thing to say no to." The blonde continued.

"Is it now?"

"I'm already picturing our second date."

"You're so presumptuous Sheriff, what makes you think there'll be a second date?" The brunette stopped still once they reached the guest bedroom, turning to face her.

"Because you look at me the way you do and you laugh at my bad jokes and I make you smile."

"You do make me do all those things and more." She confessed.

"Such as?" At this she snaked a hand around her waist and begun holding her body against hers.

"Such as getting me worked up again and that's not very gentlemanly of you."

"I'm sorry, I got carried away." She pulled away.

"Good night Emma." She said opening the door for her.

"Night Regina." Before her legs failed her, the brunette made her way next door to her own bedroom and left Emma alone.

It was no surprise that Emma couldn't sleep. Replaying the date from start to finish in her mind, made her want to go back and rethink the invitation to come inside. It didn't help that she knew she was just beyond the wall. She couldn't get the feel of her lips out of her mind. They were so soft, the way her fingers grazed the back of her hand, the feel of her body pressed against hers when she pulled her in close.

At the sound of a light rasp at the door, she sat up against the headboard. A second later, the door was opening slowly. There in the moonlight, she could make out the silhouette of her shutting the door and leaning against it for a moment.

"Regina." She whispered her name.

"I can't sleep-"Came a husky response.

"Me neither." Emma gulped. At that Regina sauntered over, wearing a thin robe.

"Oh boy." Red flashing lights telling her to react quickly. The brunette was stood to the side of the bed now, eyeing up the space to the blonde's side.

Impulsively Emma slid across a bit to allow her to join her. Then Regina slowly slid herself onto the bed and straddled the blonde.

"Oh God." Emma gulped nervously at the silence that followed.

"I didn't get a goodnight kiss." Her voice had dropped to a husky whisper.

"How rude of me." Emma rasped, her stomach filled with butterflies as she let the brunette take the lead this time. The brunette trailed her fingertips up and down the blonde's biceps and both noticed the shivers it sent through the younger woman. A sudden urge to feel her, Emma daringly clasped her hand on her lower back and pushed her gently closer to her. Now both bodies were against each other, Regina needed more. It was then that the brunette leant down and waited for Emma to close the gap until their lips met in a soft, tender kiss.

As the two women enjoyed the sensation, and deepened the kiss, Regina shimmied down the duvet acting as a barrier between them down from Emma's waist to down her legs. Regina broke the kiss, making the blonde stifle a noise of disapproval. Leaning back, she looked her in the eye as she started to slowly untie her dressing robe. Letting it pool around her waist, Emma took a moment to admire the sight of a waist upwards naked Madam Mayor. Her breath hitched in her throat, watching the gentle rise and fall of her lover's chest as she waited to be touched.

"Wow you look-" Shaking her head, Emma naturally inched closer to the woman on top of her.

"Let me see you." Growing impatient Regina tugged on her tank top. Emma smiled before raising her hands above her to assist and now it was Regina's turn to admire her. She led her hand up to trail over the top of her breasts and Emma shivered once more.

"You're gorgeous Miss Swan." Emma blushed at the comment. Noticing her silence, Regina placed a quick kiss on her lips.

"I think you should reconsider this whole taking me on a date first." She breathed in her ear, sending a tingle throughout her body.

"What's in it for me?" She breathed back, her voice coarser than she expected it to be. This is when Regina placed a soft kiss on the nape of her neck.

"Lots-" Another kiss a bit higher.

"Of-" Another on her jaw line.

"Pleasure." She paused before finishing on her lips. Emma kissed back with just as much want. Deepening the kiss, she felt the graze of the tip of Regina's tongue. She let out a low moan of pleasure at the sensation. Regina knew how to kiss. She pulled her in close, so their bodies were practically morphed into one another.

Emma's body coursed with energy as Regina worked her magic. The brunette loved how each little action made the blonde melt at the touch. All she had to do was trail her fingers up and down her arms, to get a reaction. Soon she was grazing her hand over her chest. Here she noticed how her breathing deepened and she revelled in the effect she was having on her. Knowing it would please her; she cupped her breasts in her hand. Emma groaned along with her hand movements.

Wanting to feel more of her but conscious not to rush any part of this, Emma rested her hands on her lower back, curling her thumb into the top of her panties. Regina arched her back at the firm grip on her and she began slowly rocking her hips back and forth. Emma admired the sight of Regina, her hands exploring her body and gently swiping her thumb over her perk nipples. Emma gave a squeeze of her backside and Regina bit her bottom lip in anticipation. They shared a smile before enveloping into another kiss. This time it was heated, filled with want and desire. Emma clasped her hand onto the back of Regina's head, as their tongues fought for dominance.

With a squeal of surprise, Emma flipped the brunette over, so she was on top. Regina was soon writhing underneath her, her leg swung over hers giving Emma perfect opportunity to trail her hand down where she was wanted most. There she teased by lightly grazing her fingers up and down the top of her thigh and leading to the lace panties. Emma wanted to savour every moment, unlike Regina who wanted all of her right this instant. Emma tucked her finger under the hem of the panties and pulled on the fabric.

"I need you now Emma." Regina gave out a low disgruntled groan.

"Good things come to those who wait." As she slowly scooted them down to the top of her thighs.

"Emma I swear to God." Regina lowered her hands and did the honours by removing her own panties followed by the blondes. All the while, Emma smiled amused by her sudden surge of urgency.

"Before I get to that -" Emma sunk her head low to her chest and placed hot kisses on the top of her chest and trailed to her nipples were she circled her tongue around the pink perk nipple. Regina sunk back down into the covers and let her take the reins. Encouraging her to continue, the brunette grabbed hold of the back of the blonde's head and sifted her fingers through her long hair.

Wanting to savour the moment, she took things slow. This turned the brunette into a hot mess, waiting for her to touch her the way she had imagined for a long time. What seemed like an eternity for the worked up brunette, the blonde's tongue slowly made its way down to her core. She arched her hips instinctively upwards, craving for more. There was a low groan that elicited her lips and Emma encouraged by the sound continued exploring her. She soon raised her right leg and flung it over her left shoulder, giving her better access and Regina had now balled a lump of her blonde locks in her hand, desperate to feel more.

"That feels – incredible Emma." She rasped. The blonde smiled at the reassuring comment and stopped her actions quickly enough to replace her tongue with her skilled hands.

"I'm just getting started." As she plunged a finger into her wet entrance, Regina gasped and looked into her eyes with a new form of desire. Emma was mesmerised with how she looked in that moment and wasting no more time deepened her touch. She placed hot kisses around her heaving chest and flicked her nipple with her tongue, sucking there for a moment before she felt the need to taste her again.

Regina rocked her hips, her orgasm slowly creeping up on her. Wanting to grab onto something she flung her left hand back and grabbed hold of the pillow, her other hand squeezing Emma's biceps. God she loved her muscles, they were strong but still feminine, suiting the rest of the blonde's athletic physique. She wanted her to pin her down, against a wall, flip her other, bend her other with those arms. All in good time she thought.

"Mmm Emma, that's it. Right there." Emma was focusing on circling her tongue around her clit, pausing to gently suck. She curled her fingers slowly hitting her g spot. The moonlight shone through the windows, highlighting the perspiration forming over Regina's writhing body. Emma herself was beginning to thrust her hips, Regina inched her leg towards Emma's sex and loving the friction Emma moaned into her, sending a soft vibration against her. Both women's breathing became more ragged and the sound filled the room. Regina gave a stifled moan and then breathed a deep breath inwards. She was close. Emma quickened her actions and flicked her clit with the tip of her tongue whilst hitting her g spot with her hand. The brunette clung onto her harder and with a loud cry of ecstasy she climaxed. Emma rode out the orgasm for as long as possible and relished in the sound of her pleasure.

"Well that was sexy as hell. I could get used to making you come." Emma placed a soft kiss on the inside of her thigh and looked up at her lover, who was still recovering.

"That was something else." Regina finally muttered.

"Glad I could be of service." In a daze Regina didn't notice Emma had moved until her lips were against hers once more. She cupped her cheek and the kiss filled her with a new form of desire and that was to please her lover as much as she had pleased her.

"Are you ready for me dear?"

"I hope so." She laughed and the brunette gave a sexy smirk back before pushing her into the mattress. The blonde now lying on her back, was able to relax into the gentle touch of fingertips trailing down her body. Going lower and lower until they stopped at the top of her thighs. When her mouth made contact with her core, she turned limp. She threw her head back into the pillow behind her and felt like she was on cloud nine. Regina expertly lapped her juices that had formed from getting worked up moments ago. As a free hand crept up to cup her breasts, Emma grabbed hold of the top of her shoulder just for something to hold onto. She worked and played with her breasts, alternating between the two as she slid her tongue over her labia.

"Fuck Regina." Emma brought her hand up to her head, taking it all in. It was overwhelming. She knew it wouldn't take much more. When Regina began focusing on her clit and began giving her own moans, Emma couldn't stop her arousal growing.

"Just a little bit more. I'm gonna come." Emma bit down hard on her lip, before her mouth hung open in a silent moan. Her body went still before finally shaking momentarily as her orgasm washed over her.

"Ahh God." She cried out. Regina loving how quickly she made her come and how hard she came too, teased her by giving one final flick of the tongue over her clit. This caused a shudder of the blonde's whole body and she gave a low chuckle at the sight of a spent blonde.

"Get up here." Happy to oblige, the brunette snuggled up to the side of the blonde and the two faced each other on their sides.

"Satisfied Miss Swan?"

"You could say that." She laughed and leaned in for a kiss. They spent the next few moments just kissing and enjoying the come down. When the brunettes body morphed into her own in a purely innocent way to deepen the kiss, the blonde felt herself get worked up again.

"Ready for round two?" The blonde wiggled her eyebrows and flipped the brunette onto her back, earning a rare laugh from the brunette.