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Post by Belle French on Jan 4, 2016 3:54:25 GMT
"Like I said darling..He never let you go, he truly never did. Now, we can all start afresh again, I hope?" She smiled, going behind her desk. "I just need to sort out some books, and then we can head home." And true to her word, she was done in no time. "Alright, let's head home. I need to get started on that dinner I promised you," she grinned, excited with herself. Sure she loved eating at the diner, they did have the best burgers after all..But, up till recently, she found out she had a love for cooking. Maybe she wasn't the best at it, but it was something that helped clear her mind, and it was a very good challenge! Once at home, she guided Neal to the second floor. "I set up the guest room for you, just in case you'd like to stay. I don't want you to feel obligated, whatsoever, but you know this is also your home. It would be wonderful if you'd bring Henry over more often, I feel like I don't see him enough. Anyways, please make yourself at home Neal-OH, there's extra towels in the closet down there, and if you need more pillows you'll find them in the closet." Just as she headed back over to the stairs, she turned and looked towards her (hopefully,) future stepson, a proud smile painted across her face. "It's great to have you here," she insisted, finally heading down to the kitchen. Neal Cassidy |
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Post by Belle French on Dec 14, 2015 7:22:50 GMT
The moment she'd closed the door behind her, she immediately regretted what she had just said. "Neal..I, that was a very stupid thing to say. I'm so sorry," she went to him, giving his arm a light squeeze. The last thing she wanted to do was upset him, in fact all she wanted to do was make a good impression on him, and already at that she was failing miserably. "It wasn't easy, it's never been easy. Rumple," she sighed, "Rumple's power, well it's his greatest asset and yet it's his demise. But Neal, you have to know just how important you are to him. He spent centuries upon centuries looking for you, the moment he'd lost you.." She shook her head. "I know that if he could turn back time he would. He would tear worlds apart for you, swim across vast oceans. I saw the man behind the beast, so please.." She moved closer. "Give him a chance?""Get to know each other, learn to forgive, and to love again. There is good in him Neal, there has to be. I see the best of him in you, and I know that with you by his side, oh sweetheart," she touched the side of his face. "You'll gave him the strength to be the man that he couldn't be once, but can be now." She truly believed that. "Oh, I almost forgot!" She smiled, wiping at her eyes while she ran back behind her desk. After they'd thought Baelfire had died while falling through the portal, she'd moved some of his things from the shop to the library. "Here you are," she said, carrying a big box over to him. "This is all yours. Rumple collected all he could from the Enchanted Forest." She explained.tag: Neal Cassidy
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Post by Belle French on Dec 11, 2015 5:37:37 GMT
Belle had just been cleaning out the back, when she heard the front door opened, followed by a voice. Neal. She couldn't help but think back to the docks, to when they'd all been reunited. To say she was nervous was an understatement. Neal was a very important person in Rumple's life, obviously, he was his son...And well, she didn't know he would feel about her dating his father, or better yet, her being there at all. Pushing the curtains apart, she stepped out and walked over to him with a warm smile. "Baelfir-N-Neal," she stumbled over her words, letting out a nervous laugh. She didn't know to which name he preferred being called . "I'm so happy you're here, I haven't really gotten a chance to speak with you since Rumple got back." She hoped they could be friends, or get on well at least. By no means did she want him to feel as if she was replacing something, well more like someone, in his life. "I was hoping, maybe if you're available..Would you come by tonight to the manor? I'd really love it if you'd be there, I'm even trying my hand at one of this world's concoctions. Chicken parmesan, I believe? But I could make whatever you'd like!"Was she trying too hard? She was so nervous, more nervous than she'd been in a while, with a few exceptions. "I'm actually headed to the library," she started, grabbing her keys. "Come on," she gestured for him to follow her, walking to the entrance. To be honest, in all her years now with Rumplestiltskin, she still had a difficult time maneuvering through all the shop's nooks and crannies. Some of them she wasn't even sure if she should know of. At the library she knew her way around, and she felt most comfortable. "Here we are," she unlocked the doors to the library. "Did your father tell you that he gave me this library as a gift?" She asked, opening the doors for him, letting him go in first. "He did something similar in the Enchanted Forest when I worked for him, as a maid. Your father and I had, well I guess have, a very complicated relationship." A huge understatement, but the thought made her giggle.tag: Neal Cassidy
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Post by Belle French on Dec 10, 2015 0:38:58 GMT
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.
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Post by Belle French on Dec 6, 2015 5:37:46 GMT
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.
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Post by Belle French on Dec 6, 2015 0:11:21 GMT
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
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Post by Belle French on Dec 3, 2015 6:58:55 GMT
"Ow!" Belle yelped as the rose was stuck behind her ear. "Roses have thorns on them you silly man!" She half laughed, rubbing the skin behind her ear. Thankfully the thorns had just grazed her skin. "Thank you, though..For letting me enjoy this one night." She smiled, tilting her head to the side as she watched him curiously go off to the stands, following close behind. Once the fireworks had finally started, Belle put her food away and clapped in excitement. Was she acting childish? Maybe, but such was in her nature. "I'm actually glad you paid them," she told him, her fingers twirling a small pastry. "They were willing to give you anything because of who are you, and yet you didn't..You did the right thing." She was proud of him for that. "Aren't the fireworks beautiful?" She asked, gazing up into the sky. tag: Rumplestiltiskin |
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Post by Belle French on Dec 3, 2015 6:46:22 GMT
Belle smiled delicately back at him, and got off the bed. "I've never seen you so eager to help the Charmings, or better yet, Regina for that matter." It surprised her, considering how much her husband usually hated having to deal with any of them. Well..Maybe 'hate' was a strong word, disliked seemed more appropriate . "I'll just get dressed quickly then," she promised, going over to the large armoire located in their bedroom. Entering Granny's, she wasn't surprised by the looks that they earned, specifically towards Rumple. Who knew if it was confusion, envy, but whatever it was it wasn't their problem. They were just here to help with finding the newly appointed Dark One. Sliding into their usual booth, she smiled nervously towards Rumple. "What should we get? I hear the pumpkin pancakes are back in for the fall." She commented. tag: Rumplestiltiskin |
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Post by Belle French on Nov 19, 2015 5:06:10 GMT
It was nice to hear Rumplestiltskin speak about his son, it seemed it was the only moment he would let his guard down. Belle liked that. "There's nothing wrong talking about it though," she commented, trying to keep the walls down, but it was too late. "It's very kind of you, but I don't really need anything." Well actually there was something. "I was just hoping, maybe just this once we could stay and watch the fireworks. Enjoy the festival for ourselves. I'll make it up to you later, but if there's something I want it's this." She told him truthfully. As an elderly woman passed them, Belle walked over and tried to grab her attention. After a brief exchange of words, Belle smiled and gave her a coin, the old woman giving her a single red rose. "Thank you," she said to the woman, before walking back over to Rumplestilskin. "If we can't stay for the festival I understand, I know you have work to do at home after all.." She said, bringing the rose up to her nose. "It smells lovely." She commented to herself. Tag: Rumplestiltiskin |
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Post by Belle French on Nov 19, 2015 0:49:55 GMT
"Would it be bad if I said overwhelmed?" She asked, giving him a sad smile. "I'm feeling good, just adjusting to everything. We've all been running around since Emma became The Dark One, I haven't even had a chance to process everything. But I'm very glad you're here Rumple, and together we'll work through this." She said, leaning over to give him a kiss on the cheek."Goodnight," she smiled, gently laying her head on his chest. Within moments she was asleep. The next morning when she awoke, she glanced around the room and then turned to her side, hoping everything that had just happened in the last 24 hours hadn't simply been a cruel dream. But it wasn't. Rumple was there beside her. "I love you.." She whispered, nuzzling his cheek. "How about breakfast at Granny's?"tag: Rumplestiltiskin
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Post by Belle French on Nov 19, 2015 0:31:36 GMT
Belle sighed to herself as he handed the book off to her. He always took the fun out of everything.."Ah em, well what if I told you that I already did the cleaning, and the clothes and..Well everything. I'm done for the day, I thought I'd walk into town, it'd a beautiful day outside after all. The first day of summer." Without waiting around for him to say anything else, she made her way out of the library with the book in hand, Putting her floral cloak on, she opened the castle's large doors with much difficulty. They were the heaviest doors she'd ever dealt with in her life! Grabbing her basket, she safely tucked her book away and called over her shoulder. "I'll be back to prepare your dinner. Try not to miss me!" She teased, walking out.A few steps out and a little lightbulb went off in her head. Hmm. With a cheeky grin, she ran back into the castle excitedly. "Why don't you come with me? It's your dinner after all, I want to make sure I picking the right ingredients. The sun could do you well, you're looking a little greener than usual. I'm not taking 'no' for an answer." Taking his hands in hers, she pulled him along happily, giggling like a little girl. The market was particularly busy that day, everyone was out and about making their purchases, or going to visit friends. Children played in the fields. It was all a lovely sight to behold. "Didn't you ever take your son out on the first day of summer? My mother always took me to see the festival at night. There was storytelling and food, games and delights. It's some of my fondest memories as a child." She said, reminiscing.
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Post by Belle French on Nov 18, 2015 8:12:05 GMT
Belle smiled at him, running her thumb over his rough knuckles. "You're all I've ever wanted Rumple, and I believe in you." It was so nice to see him happy again for the first time in years. Despite all the challenges she knew they would face in the near future, right now she just wanted to focus on them, and hoped that Emma's powers wouldn't wreak havoc in the town at least for tonight. "That will be quite a story to tell," she laughed, nodding her head. "I know that he would be just as proud of you. Why don't you invite him over? It's been a while since we had a family night." Their big quiet house could use with some laughter and smiles. "Well, for now let's get ourselves to bed." She giggled, handing his cane to him so that he could easily stand up and make his way around the house like he usually did. Leaving him there, she took care of their empty mugs before rushing upstairs and to their bedroom. She hoped he hadn't seen her ringless finger at the table, the red mark left by her wedding band, still visible on her pale skin. After she'd started seeing Will, she'd removed it. That simple act had made her feel incomplete, but not anymore. Reaching into a small box, she slid the ring back into place.
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Post by Belle French on Nov 18, 2015 6:51:41 GMT
Belle was just about to climb the ladder she had placed against the massive bookshelves, when she heard The Dark One's voice, startling her. "Oh..You scared me," she said, placing a hand over her heart. "Well, I was just wondering what's that book up there. It seems quite dusty and old, I just thought I'd give it a bit of cleaning. I've cleaned every other book here, therefore I don't think it would hurt?" Her bottom lip sliding out into a pout. "Please?" She tilted her head to side, hoping to soften the Beast's heart. She wanted to so desperately to see the man behind it.Rumplestilskin wasn't all that bad. Sure he was rude, and outlandish..But she always assumed it was because he wanted to make himself appear stronger; that behind his pomposity and superiority lay a decent man with a gentle heart. She had to believe in that, otherwise what else did she have to believe in or look forward to. "I'll be very quick, I promise. You could even hold the ladder if you really wanted to be a gentleman about it." She offered.tag: Rumplestiltiskin
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Post by Belle French on Nov 18, 2015 2:37:00 GMT
"Nnh.." Belle rubbed at her eyes, sitting up from her stiff cot. "W-What? But it's half past four!" She'd only managed to fall asleep about two hours ago. As much as she'd like to stand around and give the imp a piece of her mind, she decided it would be of no use.."Fine," she grumbled, walking around him to exit her 'room'. "You know if you actually gave me a proper place to sleep, I would have woken up myself." On the bright side, she was working in the library today. It was her favorite place to clean, wasn't that a weird thought? Sometimes if Rumplestiltskin wasn't looking, or if he was off doing..Whatever it is he did. She'd take a break from her chores and just sit around and read.Having changed into her blue dress, she was quick to make him his breakfast. After that, the rest of the morning consisted of cleaning his heirlooms, dusting the rags, washing and putting out the clothes to dry. When she finally did make it to the library, she couldn't help but smile to herself. She didn't allow herself to smile much in Rumplestiltskin's presence, she figured it annoyed him. But even he couldn't ruin this for her. There was a book..It sat at the very top shelf, trapped away in a little corner. She was determined on retrieving it.
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Post by Belle French on Nov 18, 2015 2:20:51 GMT
Belle parked the Cadillac in the driveway attached to hers and her husband's Victorian style house. It had been a long day, and she could only imagine how exhausted he must have been considering everything he'd been through. "Come on Rumple, let's head inside." She smiled at him, stepping out and heading up the stairs to the front door. Entering, she put her coat away in the closet. "Are you hungry? Or perhaps something to drink? Maybe tea." She could use a nice cup of tea, a cup of tea always fixed everything. If only that were the case. As much as she wished that everything could just simply return to normal, stitch itself back up, it wouldn't be that simple. She and Rumple had a lot to work through. "We should have stopped by Granny's, maybe gotten some burgers or something." At least there it wouldn't be quiet, because honestly she didn't know what to say. Actually no, that wasn't true. There was something..Walking over to him, she placed her hands on his shoulders. "I'm so proud of you Rumple. You faced your fears, and I know that couldn't have been easy for you." She gently stroked the side of his face. "You're a hero." She hoped he could see that within himself as well. In her eyes he wasn't a coward, he had never been. Hearing the hiss of the kettle, she rushed over and turned the the stove off, pouring the hot water into two small mugs. Handing him a cup, she walked over to sit down at the table. "How do you feel?" She asked, moving her chair closer to him.
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