The Secrets We Keep

Death Wish

*** Alice's POV***
I set off on the first quest, I've always hated Cinderella so this is great. Her story always seemed so fake. No one finds a prince that fast, I mean look at my story! I have yet to settle down with my prince and shake off my old baggage. The only way I can do that is if we take over, and that's what I intend on doing.

The castle comes into view and I disguise myself as a servant. From there I loop around to a side entrance and slip in.

A strong scent of home cooked food makes its way to my nose. It smells delightful but I can't let that distract me. I weave through the kitchen and down one of the hallways. It takes a few minutes for me to find the grand doors.

I push through and watch the staff as they set table. They come one by one carrying platers of extravagant foods and decorations for the table. It looks like a feast that could feed an entire village. I walk calmly into the room and try my hardest to blend in. One servant catches my eye and I follow him to a back room to grab whatever plate was next.

A single line forms to drop off the goods. When it is my turn I set down my plate and quickly drip a few drops from a crimson bottle. A few servants behind me tap their feet in annoyance. I know that I am taking too long so I drop something on the ground. The servants look at me sympathetically and I explain that it's my first day. They help me clean up everything. I kindly thank them and slip out of the room.

That was a piece of cake! Ha they'll never see it coming!

I transport myself back to the castle and into the library, where everyone is awaiting my arrival. All three men pause their conversation when they notice my presence.

"How did it go my dear?" Jason inquires.

"Come on you have to give me something harder then that. The little stunt back there was child's play." I rest my hands on my hips and raise one eyebrow. If he thinks I'm a child he better get over himself because I need a real challenge.

"Don't get ahead of yourself little girl." Rumple sneers. I flash myself in front of him and hold a knife to his throat. He only laughs at my move and pushes my hand down. "You are so predictable. Ya need some new moves honey or the world is gonna come down on you." I glare at him and turn on my heel.

"Good job my dear." Jason smiles and pulls me in for a quick kiss. Our lips brush and my smile grows brighter. He pulls me down so that I'm sitting next to him. Our fingers lace together and I glance up at the other two in the room.

Sam glares a bit at me before realizing I'm staring back at him. He quickly averts his eyes and pretends that he wasn't looking. I raise my chin and my eyebrows knit together. What has got him all upset?

"Well I need some food. I'll see you guys again at dinner." Sam leaves the room quickly and doesn't look back.

***Sam's POV***
I hate him! I hate him so much! GAHHHH.

I stomp down the hall and loose myself in the twists and turns of the castle. Eventually my feet find the kitchen and I grab some chocolate.

Something has to be done about him. I won't let him get away with this.

***Jason's POV***
I sit with Alice discussing the mission. Ah my evil little girl has finally come out of her shell. Just had to have the right push into the light.

She turns to me and bites her lip. I pull her towards my chest and out mouths move in synch. We pull away and she lays her head down. After a few minutes her breaths even out and she is asleep. I brush her hair and find that my eyes begin to get heavy.

"Jason? Baby?" I hear Alice say softly.

"Five more minutes." I whine. She giggles and thumps my chest. I open my eyes just in time to see her swing back for a second time and I grab her hand before it reaches my chest.

"It's dinner time." I nod and we get up and walk out of the library hand in hand. We quickly eat dinner and Alice goes to bed.

Just before Sam leaves the table I call him over, "Who do we need her to get next?"

"Hmm there's Sleeping Beauty, Belle, Snow White."

"Belle. I've never liked her and that beast. Just make sure she goes through with it or I'll tell her your secret."

"I gave her that potion! Why in the world would she back out? She will do anything you want!"

"Still if she doesn't this will all fall through and I am not going down again. Now get her to kill them!"

"Fine whatever. I'll tell her in the morning." He stomps out of the dining hall and slams the door behind him.

I rest my feet on the table and listen to the creaks of the castle. So peaceful everything is in perfectly into place.

*** Alice's POV***

"There's no where to go. You are so weak and helpless no wonder Pan left you." He snarls, his face clothed in a black shadow. I cower in the corner as he towers over me knife drawn.

"He didn't leave me he was killed and I want he back more then anything." I tremble. He laughs a deep and evil laugh.

"He's never coming back now. I'm done with you, you're way to annoying." His knife comes down on me and I scream.

I wake up in a small pool of sweat, my heart racing. It felt so real as though it had actually happened.

"Jason! Jason?" I call. There's no chance he'll hear me but maybe.

I sit there and wait. The seconds tick by and nothing happens. It was crazy for me to think this would ever have worked. I lay back and stare up at the ceiling marking little shapes in my mind.

"Baby? What's wrong?" Jason suddenly appears leaning over my bed. It startled me at first but the a smile crosses my face. He really does care about me.

"I had a bad dream and it just felt so real. I'm scared and I'm not sure I can get back to sleep." I babble. He reaches down and strokes my forehead gently.

"Would you like me to stay with you? At least until you fall asleep?" He asks softly.

"Would you stay the night with me. I'll know that I'm safe if you're here." He nods and I scoot over so he can crawl in bed with me. Jason pulls the covers up and brings me to his chest. His warmth helps calm my racing heart.

"What was your dream about?" Jason asks, his voice even and soft. I cuddle into him a bit more and let out a huge sigh.

"I don't want to talk about it. Just know that I died in the end." Jason kisses my forehead and brushes his fingers through my hair.

"Okay baby just close your eyes and think happy thoughts. I won't go anywhere, and if you wake up again just wake me up and we can talk about it."

"Thank you so much." I look up into his eyes and bring myself closer to his face. Our lips brush. When I pull away I look into his eyes and in the glint of the moonlight I swore they turned green.

Hope everyone is having a wonderful weekend! Another update coming soon! ~Kelly