I Can't say I Love you

Rumors

Uma and her crew were at the chip shoppe, (there are not many places to go on the isle for crew meetings) they were discussing plans for the isle and Auradon takeover. With Mal gone they could takeover all sides of the isle and make it their territory with no one to stop them. There were the people that were so dedicated to Mal that they would try to fight with Uma and defend Mal's reputation, but ultimately never succeed. Those people would do anything to take out Uma and her crew. But for the most part, a lot of the VK's respected her and thought of her as their way out of Auradon so they supported her. Then there were the people just trying to make their way on the isle and cared for none of that. Either they were intimidated by her or annoyed by her.

Uma had more than the average VK, but she still had very little. That's just how it was on the Ilse of the lost. She wanted to be in Auradon, she truly cared about her people and wanted a better life for them especially the small kids even though she may never show it, she wanted clean water and fresh food, she wanted to be able to love who she wanted without being shamed for it. That is why this was all so important and every shot they had, they needed to take. Which is also why they would discuss it so often and why they were in the Chip shoppe now.

They really couldn't do much about Auradon right now, but she still had some of her crew looking for opportunities. Right now, they were talking about taking over more territory on the isle and how to deal with Mal's little fan club. 

Uma had decided she wanted to sit in her throne for the rest of her speech. So, she had some of the crew set it on the table. Gil had taken it upon himself to act as her stepping stool, which she didn't mind because the table was pretty tall. She held out her hand to Harry to help her up. He gladly took it and guided her up to her throne. Once she was up the whole crew got into formation and looked at her waiting for her to speak. Her and Harry's hands stayed intertwined for a little longer then they should have, but no one bothered to question it. 

"Aright so as we know Mad Maddy and her goons are going to be guarding and surrounding the new shipments that come in tomorrow, Jonas, Harry and Gonzo I want you to lure them away while Gil and Bonnie get first pick and get the best supplies." Uma said in her stern leader tone

"Aye Aye Captain" They all said in unison

"Good no- "Uma was saying when she was cut off by Queenie daughter of the Queen of Hearts walking through the door.

They all turned to look at her. She was part of Mad Maddy's group, and she lived on the other side of the isle. She never came around here which is why it was rather alarming.

"Queenie" Uma said standing up "What brings you here?"

"Well this is a restaurant, and it is business hours, can't I just be here to get a nice meal" Queenie said sarcastically

"You know you're not welcome here" Uma said back

"Ah well, if you want me to be honest, I came to check and see if the rumors were true" Queenie said

"What rumors? I haven't heard anything new" Uma asked coolly

"Yes, well these rumors just started spreading today, but you know how fast word travels" Queenie said

"Mmhm, well if you wouldn't mind, I would like to know what rumors people are spreading about me?" Uma said

"Oh, gladly" Queenie responded trying to look intimidating

The whole crew just looked at her waiting for her to speak. If there was something wrong, they would find out who spread the rumors and make sure they were sorry for it. Uma waited anxiously then the girl spoke up.

"Well, word is that you've been running around with Harry Hook in a secret affair of the heart" Queenie said giving a menacing chuckle.

Uma shared a quick glance with Harry and cocked her jaw. But she needed to keep her cool and say something.

"Well that's cute, but queenie you can't believe everything you hear" Uma said intimidatingly.

"That is true Uma, usually I wouldn't, but this one came from a rather reliable source" Queenie said keeping them in suspense

The crew was just looking between Uma and Queenie waiting to see what would happen next. Some wondering if the rumor was true.

"Ha, is anyone really reliable on this island" Uma said

"You can find some, but everyone believes this in particular rumor because it came from the one and only Calista Jane Hook" Queenie said smirking

Harry and Uma shared a glance. Their worst fear just came true. Harry blamed himself completely. Uma didn't know what to do she was so incredibly angry and sad at this moment. But she had to regain herself, and steady her breathing. Because she didn't say anything Queenie continued.

"Haven't you heard the saying. Siblings share the greatest bonds; they know all each other's secrets and fears. So why wouldn't the girl know her brothers dirty little secret" Queenie said motioning toward Uma.

At this Uma wanted to kill the other girl. The fact that she just stepped in here acted like she owned the place then proceeded to call Uma a "dirty little secret" not to mention the assumptions she was making about her with that statement.

Uma jumped off the table and walked toward Queenie. She drew her sword and pointed it toward her. At this the crew started to surround Queenie taking their captain's silent order.

"Say that again and I'll kill you" Uma said seething

Queenie just laughed "Well I think I got what I needed, great catching up with you Uma. See you soon" she said as she walked out the door.

Uma put her sword back in her sheath and walked over to the table with her back turned to her crew. She turned around and everyone was staring at her. She just looked between them all, she could tell that some of them figured that the rumor was true.

"Alright everyone, go home or to the ship. You know the plan for tomorrow, so you need to be up early. I have some things to think about." She said

The crew members just nodded and headed for the door. Most of the crew had gone out and started walking back to the ship, but Harry stayed behind.

Once the crew had gone completely Harry walked up to her.

"Don't you dare touch me" Uma said sternly

Harry looked down and bit his lip, he looked on the verge of tears. But Uma needed time alone.

"I thought I said everyone leave?" She said

He just nodded and went to the door, with one last glance back he left. It felt like her heart completely left her body, something she couldn't function without, she wanted to cry. But in one sense her heart did leave her, and no she couldn't function without him.