Regina One Shots

Portal Jumpers

Author's Note: This is the first chapter of an old story that I dearly loved. I was reminded of it and a dear friend of mine is insistent on me continuing this haha. Here's the first part, let me know what you think!

The streets of New York City were crowded and full of life as always. It was a Saturday morning in March and just about everyone was window shopping. Regina loved it all as she dodged the many bodies that flew passed her. She took a sip of her black coffee before making her way through the windy streets with the many shopping bags in her hands.

Today was a happy day and nothing was going to ruin that for Regina. She woke up early this morning and pampered herself by getting her hair and nails done. She treated herself to a delightful brunch and a shopping spree. It took just a few more minutes before she would be home and would start cleaning, an activity she found quite relaxing.

After a right turn and a soft hum Regina was almost home. It still felt weird to have a new home since living with her parents for most of her life. However, it was fun being twenty-two and being responsible for herself. For once in her life Regina felt free and that was the best feeling in the world.

She pushed through the lobby doors of her apartment building and walked over to the mailboxes. She took out her key and opened her mailbox with a sigh. As expected it was a whole bunch of bills that Regina didn't feel like paying.

"Regina Mills! Lovely to see you on such a nice day," a man said as he leaned against the wall next to her.

Regina rolled her eyes as she closed the mailbox and looked at the man in front of her, "Robin, why are you talking to me?"

"It's my duty as your sexy neighbor. Come on, we can catch the elevator together," Robin said as he followed Regina over to the elevators.

"If we must," Regina said as she made her way over to the elevators, a hard glare was directed at Robin as he smirked at her.

He pushed the up button and waited with his hands behind his back. His gaze was locked on the sassy woman next to him. He saw that something was different about her. Maybe something was different about her hair, he was absolutely clueless when it came to Regina and women in general. He did know for sure that she got her nails done and spent a quite a bit of money at a few stores.

"Did you have a successful shopping trip? It seems you had a good day so far," Robin commented before the elevator doors opened.

"I did have a good day but you are ruining it so far. Clearly you want something from me so just spit it out," Regina said as she stared at the floor number, willing it to go faster.

He chuckled as he looked at her, "Okay, I'll get to the point then. There's a rooftop party tonight and I wanted to personally invite you. Our whole floor will be there so it can be a chance for you to meet more people and mingle."

"Should I bring anything? I don't want to be a less than adequate guest," Regina said once the elevator doors opened.

"Bring a bottle of something tasty and maybe a dessert. I heard you can make some delicious apple turnovers," Robin said as they both walked off the elevator and down the hallway.

"Okay, I'll make something and I'll be there at eight," Regina said before she stopped outside her door.

"Great, I can't wait to see you. It'll be a date and I hope it goes well and maybe we'll be friends," Robin said hopefully.

"Yeah, no. I refuse to be friends with such an annoying man like you," Regina said as she got her keys out of her purse.

"Hey! I'm a good friend so don't knock me down before you get a chance to know me. I'll see you later, Regina," Robin said before giving her a smile and walking down the hallway.