SCENE: . Present. . 's cell stands empty, the door open. The scene transitions to Mary Margaret running in the [[Storybrooke Wilderness Park|woods. She stops briefly at a tree, then continues. The scene then transitions back to the sheriff's station. is seated in a chair, reading from his . A young is very visible on the page. and are seen coming down the hallway.
Emma: Henry? What are you doing here?
Henry: I came to congratulate you.
Emma: For what?
Henry: Your genius plan.
Mr. Gold: And what plan's that, Henry? (Henry looks down awkwardly) Right. (Walks away)
Henry: Sorry, I thought Mr. Gold was in on it now that he's Miss Blanchard's lawyer.
Emma: In on what?
Henry: The escape plan.
Emma: The what?
Mr. Gold: (Offscreen) Sheriff, could you join me, please? (Emma and Henry join Mr. Gold in front of the empty cell) She's gone.
Emma: Henry, what did you do?
Henry: Nothing. She was gone when I got here.
Mr. Gold: Her arraignment's tomorrow. If she's not there--
Emma: She's a fugitive. Doesn't matter if she's convicted for Kathryn or not, she's screwed. I have to go find her before someone notices she's missing.
Mr. Gold: Oh, you mean Regina.
Emma: Thee arraignment's at 8:00 A.M. I'm sure she'll be here bright and early to celebrate her victory.
Mr. Gold: Well, you have until 8:00 A.M. then.
Henry: What about me, how can I help?
Emma: Go home.
Henry: Emma, if she leaves Storybrooke--
Emma: Not now, Henry. Come on. (Ushering him toward the door)
Mr. Gold: Miss Swan, I know that time is of the essence, but if Miss Blanchard doesn't return, her future's in jeopardy. And if you're caught helping her, so is yours.
Emma: I don't care. I'd rather lose my job than my friend. (The scene transitions, showing Emma driving along the road in the woods in her Bug. Distracted, she narrowly avoids hitting . She stops and gets out of the car, running to him and helping him up) I'm so sorry! Are you okay? I didn't see you there.
Jefferson: I-I think so--
Emma: Are you sure?
Jefferson: I'm fine. I'm not used to sharing the road with cars so late. You're the Sheriff, aren't you?
Emma: Yeah.
Jefferson: What brings you out here in the middle of the night?
Emma: Oh, nothing to worry about. I'm just looking for a lost dog.
Jefferson: Well, I hope you find it. Emma: Thank you. (He starts to walk away, visibly limping) Oh, you are hurt!Jefferson: No, I just twisted my ankle, I think. I live just a mile down the road, I'll make it okay.
Emma: No, let me drive you. I insist.
Jefferson: Thank you. I'm Jefferson.
Emma: Emma. (They get into her car)SCENE: Storybrooke. Present. Jefferson's house, exterior. Jefferson and Emma get out of her car.
Emma: Wow, this is your house? It looks more like a hotel! You must have a huge family.
Jefferson: Nope. It's just me.
Emma: Here. Wait. (She turns off the car and the two head inside. The scene transitions to inside the house)
Jefferson: (Setting down a tea tray) Here we go. Thought you might want to warm up for your search. It's cold out there.
Emma: That is kind of you, but I think I should get back to it.
Jefferson: I know. That's why I brought this. (Picks up a map and unrolls it) I'm a bit of an amateur cartographer. Mapping the area is a hobby. Maybe this will help you track down your dog.
Emma: (Looking over the map) Wow.
Jefferson: What's his name?
Emma: Spot.
Jefferson: Cute.
Emma: Well, Route 6 runs the boundary of the forest, so... (sips her tea) So if I just follow that I should... be able to...
Jefferson: Something wrong?
Emma: (teacup clatters) I'm just, uh, feeling a little...
Jefferson: Oh. Let me help you. (He pulls her toward the couch)
Emma: Dizzy.
Jefferson: Let's just lie you down here. (He lays her on the couch) There you go. Let me get you some air. (He starts walking away from her)
Emma: Your limp...
Jefferson: Oh. That. (Walks back to her) I guess you caught me.
Emma: (Drops her cup) Who are you?
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Storybrooke (OUAT Fanfic)
FantasyOnce Upon A Time Fanfiction What would have happened if the curse had never been broken? Would Emma lose faith? Would Regina stay evil? Would Henry survive? Read Storybrooke to find out! P.S. All characters belong to ABC and the creators of OUAT unl...