Alice's plan to overthrow the Queen of Hearts is thwarted by a dashing pirate with a hook. Years later, after the curse is broken, they reunite once again.
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I almost expected the apartment Regina gave me to be as sterile as the cell she had put me in. I was surprised to find the place to feel like... home. As soon as I walked in, the place was fully furnished, even with clothes in the closet. The first thing I had done was tear off the worn out clothes that had encased my frail body for too long. I'll admit that I cried in the shower (which I was aloud to use for more than five minutes) for a good thirty minutes before getting dressed in my own clothes. It made me wonder if she had planned to give me the apartment as an apology before I forgave her.
This place can't undo the damage that's already been done to my mind and body. The bones sticking through my skin makes that quite apparent. But like I told her, it's a good start. A damn good one.
Emma had invited me to the welcome back party tonight when we went to Granny's. I had considered not going, wishing to spend more time getting adjusted, but I ultimately decided it would be best for me to socialize more.
The only problem is that I kind of, sort of, invited Regina. Despite her trying to kill us yesterday. But it felt like the right thing to do. Especially since she's the only reason that we're here to begin with.
I look over at the clock and see I have about thirty minutes to get ready before heading to Granny's. Most of that time is spent rooting through my closet. The clothing here is strange compared to what I'm used to in the Enchanted forest but I like them better. Comfortable. The only comfortable clothes I wore in the Enchanted forest were my pajamas.
I eventually decide on a long black skirt made of cotton that reaches below my knees and a thick green sweater that is too large on me. Which I appreciate, as it makes me look less sickly. I quickly put my hair up before leaving my apartment with a small bounce in my steps.
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I approach Granny's to see Regina sitting in her car. I can't see her face because she's looking down but I can sense something's off with her. I glance through the windows to see the others already making a toast. I sigh heavily. They couldn't even wait for me. I approach her window and know lightly. She looks up and sees me standing there with an awkward smile. She rolls down her window.
