Hen Night

[Belle French]

Belle had never been this chipper in quite some time, and she was eager for her remaining customers to finish checking out their books. Tonight was the night, Regina would never know what hit her. Once everyone had finally left, she ran over to flip the 'open' sign to 'closed', grabbing her rose-y coat along with the keys to the establishment. After locking up, she marched her way straight home, hoping that Rumple would still be busy at the shop. It would just be easier that way than having to explain to him why she was going out tonight, and why he wasn't particularly invited to come with. She'd make it up to him later. Thankfully no one was home, so without wasting any time, she went upstairs and as quickly as possible, put on the new dress she had bought, and did her hair and makeup.

The clacking of her high heels could be heard as she walked into the kitchen, quickly jotting down a message for her husband. 'Roast beef and potatoes are in the oven, will be back soon. B.' Everything was set. On the way to the front door, she quickly checked herself in the hall mirror to make sure she looked alright, nodding to herself approvingly. Closing the door behind her, she got in her black Lexus, a present given to her by Rumple, and pulled out of the house, driving herself over to The Rabbit Hole, Storybrooke's local bar. When she got there, the bar was seemingly packed, it would make sense considering it was a Friday night, but thankfully she'd managed to get reserve them the VIP section located in the back.

Tag: Regina Mills , Mary Margaret Blanchard

[Mary Margaret Blanchard]

It was quite obvious that Regina found her true love. Robin and Regina were a pristine match for each other. Mary Margaret could see the love that Regina had for that man. It showed through even on her darkest days. Ever since Regina had met Robin, she would have an innocent glow, an aura radiating from her every time she came back from being around him. She hadn't seen this light inside Regina since she was a child, but Regina was beginning to shine as a hero in Mary Margaret's eyes. It had to be love. Regina finally found a family. Even Roland finally had found his mother. Even though Regina wasn't his birth-mother, it was certain that Regina was the mother he needed.

Baby Neal was sitting in a bassinet directly behind her. As Mary Margaret patted on a small amount of makeup, the baby began to cry. Startled, Mary Margaret dropped her powder blush and ran to comfort her child. As she rocked him in her arms, he quickly smiled and began to laugh. Ever since Zelena tried to kidnap Neal, she had been really uneasy about letting Neal out of her sight. However, Charming was sure to protect him. Plus, wherever her children would decide to go, she would always find them. This would be certain.

With her small blue handbag in one hand, she quickly called for David to come watch the baby. "David, it's finally the night. Please...don't keep your eyes off of Neal...I love you two!" Charming nodded and she gave a small peck on his cheek. Mary Margaret grabbed her scarf and hat and ran out of the door. She would not be late for something as important as this night. 

She arrived at the Rabbit Hole fairly early, darting out away from all of the chaos that seemed to arise on Friday nights. As she eyed Belle in the VIP area, she smiled happily. "Belle! I'm glad that you're here already. What is happening is truly wonderful. When Regina and Emma arrive, the night will finally begin."

Emma Swan , Belle French , Regina Mills

[Belle French]

Glancing up as she heard her name being called, Belle stood up and went to greet Mary Margaret with a big smile. "Mary Margaret, you made it!" She said excitedly. "I wonder where our guest of honor is, though," she wondered aloud. "How's Neal and David?" She asked, thinking back to the times when she had babysat for the Charmings. Spending time with baby Neal were some of her fondest memories, as it also roused the longing for wanting to have a child of her own. The conversation had arisen a few times over dinner with Rumplestiltskin, but he usually brushed it off or changed the subject. She knew that he had fears and apprehensions, specially after the way he felt he had failed Baelfire.

"Come on, let's sit," she gestured to Snow, fixing her skirt as she sat back down on to the fluffy couch. "Ladies, can I get you something to drink?" One of the bartenders came over, settling napkins on the table. Well this was new, since when did the Rabbit Hole extend their services to waiting tables? "Um, oh well I think I'll have a Bellini." Belle smiled, folding her hands in her lap. It had been a while since she'd been in here, and the last time she HAD been here, well..She hadn't exactly been herself. "So how are things?" She asked, turning onto her side to face her friend. They didn't have enough girls nights out like this.

tag: Mary Margaret Blanchard , Regina Mills

[Regina Mills]

Regina was nervous. For the most part of the day, she had been fine. She had been in work all morning, and most of the afternoon, and she felt rather exhausted. But there was no time to rest. She walked upstairs as soon as she arrived home and set out to put on one of her fancy dresses. Once dressed, she fixed her hair and make-up. She was glad that Emma was looking after Henry tonight. She made her way out, and locked the door behind her, as she knew that Robin was camping out in the forest with Roland that night. She got into her black Mercedes and drove to the Rabbit Hole, where she was sure that at least one of the three women would be waiting for her.

As she walked in, she heard her heels hitting the floor, and hoped that whoever was waiting for her wouldn't hear them. There were so many people there, she had to look for a few seconds before she spotted Mary-Margaret and Belle chatting at a reserved table. She walked as quickly as she could toward the bar, and ordered her usual, an Apple Martini. This is going to be an interesting night. She thought to herself. The barman came back with her drink a few seconds, "Here you go Regina, the reserved table for your hen-night party is right over there," He pointed to where the two were still sat, chatting away. Regina sipped her drink before getting up and slowly making her way toward the table.


Tag: Belle French , Emma Swan , Mary Margaret Blanchard

[Belle French]

Belle was just reaching out to take a drink from her cocktail, when she saw Regina coming from the bar. "Regina!" She waved over, standing up from her spot to greet her. "We were just wondering where you were, you weren't having any second thoughts were you?" She teased, giving the other woman a smile. "Okay we went a little crazy with this and booked the VIP area-Oh! And.." She dug through her purse, pulling out a plastic crown with the words "BRIDE TO BE," written on top. "Obviously this is for you," she giggled, glancing over her shoulder to Mary Margaret. There were other novelties she had found in the shop, but knowing Regina, she thought against it. All she could say was..Well the outer world could get quite creative when it came to the em..Male specimen. She could practically see the horror on her husband's face.

Sitting back down, she glanced around, wondering if Emma had followed behind. "You ladies doing okay?" A server came by to ask them. "Doing fine, oh but maybe we could have some peanuts?" Belle asked. "Unfortunately we don't have peanuts, but I could bring some pretzels over, would that be okay?" He asked. "That would be just fine," Belle responded, to which he nodded and headed back to the bar. "Well ladies," she lifted her glass, looking between the two women. "Here's to a fun night out, and to a wonderful marriage for Regina and Robin. I know we didn't particularly start out on the right foot," she started, looking to Regina. It taken her a long time to forgive her, for all the pain she had caused her..But she didn't want to live in the past anymore, she wanted to move on. "I hope we can be better friends," she said sincerely. "To new beginnings!" She toasted.

tag: Mary Margaret Blanchard , Regina Mills