The Law of Love ~ #Wattys2015

Chapter 19

The next morning was normal for the almost family. Regina woke up early for work. She went through her routine while Robin tended to Roland. Robin also made breakfast for his fiancé and himself. The couple ate breakfast together for the first time on a weekday in a while, because Regina wasn't running late. Eventually, the couple said their goodbyes and Regina headed off to her office.

As soon as Regina walked into her practice, Belle was jumping up and down in her seat. Regina tried to hide her smile as she walked up to the front desk. She liked Belle; in fact she considered Belle to be her only true friend, but at work Regina tried to remain professional and concentrated.

"Sooooooo?" Belle said giddily.

Regina lifted her head to face Belle's, and she couldn't hold back her smile any longer. Her face lit up and she immediately threw her left hand up and into Belle's waiting hand.

"Daaammmn. He did good! What is that like 6 carats?" Belle said excitedly.

"He definitely did. And no," she giggled, "it is not 6 carats. It is 3.03 carats, which is perfect," Regina replied gleefully. Regina smiled and tried to remain silent to let Belle speak again, but she was itching to know, "So how long ago did he speak to you about the proposal?"

"He called me about 2 weeks ago. He wanted to make sure he gave me enough time to reschedule your appointments and free up your day so you could leave. I do believe that's when he went to look for the ring also," Belle answered.

"Did he tell you everything or just what you needed to know?" Regina questioned.

"Well he wasn't going to tell me everything, but I think I annoyed him so much trying to get him to tell me, so he gave in," Belle laughed.

"I can see why he might've given in. You are very persistent at times."

"And that's wrong how? Being persistent has gotten me a lot of answers and possessions in life." Belle smirked.

"I never said it was wrong. I was just noting that it was a characteristic of yours." Regina winked. "Alright, well I'll tell you more about it all later. Maybe we can go get drinks tonight?"

"That sounds fantastic! I'd love to!" Belle was so thrilled. They'd spent time together before, but it was a rare occasion, especially since Robin came into Regina's life. So the fact that Regina asked her to go out made her extremely happy.

"Ok, great!" Regina smiled and walked back to her office.

Regina sat at her desk and logged onto her computer, all the while smiling. She loved being on the computer now, because typing gave her the chance to just stare at her gorgeous engagement ring. Robin really did do a good job. It fit her perfectly, and the size and shape of the diamond were ideal for the size of her finger. It was more than Regina could've ever asked for. The fact that he got her this ring was yet another example of his personality and character. He always spoils her and gives her more than she 'deserves'. Every time he gives her a gift, she is left speechless because he goes above and beyond what she asks for or what she expects. Although, she usually doesn't expect a gift because he gives most of his gifts on non-holiday day. Regina never thinks she can love Robin anymore, but each time he gives her an unexpected gift, she falls deeper in love.

Regina was taken out of her thoughts when she heard Belle speaking to her.

"Dr. Mills? Henry Jones is here for his physical," Belle informed

"Alright, I'll be right out. Could you walk him to the exam room please?" Regina requested.

"Sure," Belle sighed and walked out of the office.