Captain Swan One Shots

There's Always a Way

Spoilers: 6x01

Summary: Killian knows Emma is still keeping something from him, but tells her she can tell him in her own time. When that time comes, they have an emotional heart-to-heart. (Picks up after the season 6 premiere.)

Rating: G

Note: After watching last night's episode, this popped into my head. Just a little something that I would love to see in the near future. I don't think Killian would just let this go and I hope we get a heart-to-heart between them, hopefully sooner rather than later. Hope you enjoy it! ~Steph

...There's Always a Way: Part 1/1...

Killian slipped into bed beside Emma. They'd made love for the first time the night before and he had finished moving his things into their house tonight. Despite being invaded by refugees and Hyde waiting in the wings, he and Emma were determined to get started on their future together.

But Killian could tell that something was still bothering her. Something just wasn't right. She would get a faraway look in her eye or tears would appear out of nowhere. One time, she stroked his face and kissed him like she was afraid she would never see him again. Like she had when she was forced to leave him in the Underworld.

His gaze landed on her face, as he placed his head on the pillow beside hers. She offered him a smile as he brought his hand up to caress her cheek.

"I know everything isn't okay, Emma," he said.

Her mouth dropped open slightly. "Killian."

"Please, just allow me to say this," he said.

She swallowed roughly. "Okay."

"I know when something is bothering you, Swan. I know your heart. And no matter how hard you try to conceal it, I can see that something isn't right. I know there's something you're still not telling me." Killian paused and sucked in a breath. "You once told me it was okay if I kept my secret about Ursula until I was ready to tell you. Well, I am telling you the same thing now. I know you need to do things in your own time, at your own pace. I understand that, Emma. And I will give you the time and space you need. Just don't lie to me, love, and don't push me away anymore."

Emma smiled through her sudden tears, as she brought her hand up to stroke his cheek, her thumb lovingly tracing his scar.

"I love you so much," she whispered. "Thank you."

"I love you, too," he replied, gathering her into his arms.

He pressed a kiss to her forehead. "Just remember, love, whatever it is, we can figure it out together. We always do. We are stronger together than apart."

Emma squeezed her eyes closed, as a tear slipped down her cheek.

She only hoped he was right. She couldn't leave him or her family. The mere thought tore her apart inside.

...

One week later, Emma came home to find Killian sitting on the couch, reading a book.

He smiled at her, closing the book the moment he laid eyes on her.

"Hello, love," he said.

Emma sat down beside him. She brought her hand up to his neck and toyed with the hair at the nape. His eyes slowly scanned her face, trying to read her.

"What is troubling you, Swan?"

She managed a smile. "Thank you for giving me the time I needed."

"Are you ready to tell me now?" he asked, a hint of a smile appearing on his lips, as he cocked an eyebrow.

Emma nodded, as she sucked in a breath. "Yes."