Waking Up [SwanQueen]

Chapter Fourteen - Emma, Monday 9am

The sunshine coming through the sheer blinds hit Emma's face and she squeezed her eyes shut, desperate to get a few more moments of sleep in before taking on the day. As thoughts of the night before came pouring into her mind, she remembered Regina helping her in the tub and how great it felt when she took care of her. For a brief moment, she remembered the day she showered with Killian and how he tried so hard to care for her but it paled in comparison to how phenomenal it felt when Regina was sliding the sponge over every inch of her. Well, almost every inch.

Emma reached out, hoping to find Regina still in bed next to her in the same position they laid in when they fell asleep the night before. When all she felt was a cold bed, she opened her eyes and groaned. She felt a pain in her chest when all her hope dissipated and she realized just how badly she wanted the brunette to be beside her in bed.

Emma took a moment to appreciate the plush carpet as her feet hit the floor and she pushed herself off the bed. She walked to the door then made her way down the hall to Regina's bedroom. She decided against knocking, just in case the woman was still asleep. Without a moment of hesitation, she turned the handle gently and stuck her head inside.

When she was met with the sight of a tidy room and perfectly made bed, her head bowed in disappointment. She listened for any sign of life in the house but all she heard was silence.

She ran down to the kitchen and filled a bowl up with some Lucky Charms that she found in the pantry. As she poured the milk, the sound of Regina clearing her throat made Emma jump out of her seat. "Oh, you're home! I figured you were out. Where is Henry?"

"It's Monday, Miss Swan. He's a fifteen-year-old boy and he's at school. I was doing some work in my study and heard you come down. I have some work to get done today so I'll leave you to your sugary, disgusting breakfast. I'll be in my office if you need anything." Regina stated flatly and walked out of the kitchen.

Emma quickly scarfed down the rest of her cereal, then headed back upstairs to change. She was feeling much better today and decided she was tired of sweatpants. She took a quick shower, then brushed her teeth and threw on a pair of skinny jeans and a simple v-neck T-shirt. She ran her fingers through her hair as she hit it with the blow dryer for a few moments then pinned it half up in a clip. After some finishing touches and a bit of sheer pink tinted lip balm, she made her way back downstairs, eager to spend more time with Regina.

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"Oh, you're dressed. Do you have any big plans today?" Regina laughed.

Emma shook her head. "Nope! Just tired of wearing sweatpants and I felt much better when I woke up today. Must have been from the spell you did yesterday. Or your excellent bath-giving skills." Emma smirked and Regina jut ignored her comment and continued working.

Emma looked down as she twiddled her thumbs. "Do you mind if I sit in here with you? I promise I won't bother you too much. I just like your company." Emma smiled, hopeful that Regina wouldn't turn her down.

"I'll tell you what. How about you go make me a cup of coffee and then you can come back and sit with me?" Regina raised her eyebrow.

"You've got it, Madam Mayor!" Emma ran out of the room and into the kitchen. She fumbled with the coffee machine until it began brewing. She poured two cups then realized she already remembered exactly how Regina took her coffee, but wasn't quite sure how that was possible.

"Here you go, your majesty." Emma made her way back into the study and set Regina's mug down in front of her. "Coffee with a splash of vanilla creamer and one sugar. Don't ask me how I know that. Because I couldn't tell you, even if I tried." She shrugged her shoulders but let out a small grin before bringing her own cup of coffee to her lips and let the beverage warm her throat as she swallowed, never taking her eyes of the woman in front of her who was hard at work.