As promised, here I come with a chapter completely from Regina's POV. I hope you will enjoy reading. Please, let me know what you think. Xox Thank you RonisGirlSQ for your help. You make my stories even more fun to write. It's my pleasure to have you as a beta-reader.

On her way out of the library, Regina slowed to turn around. Looking at Emma her mind took her to all the patients she has ever treated. She realized that none of them has made her feel the way Emma has. Her patients were always important to her, she made sure that everyone in her care felt seen and was approached individually. Every single human being is different and has special needs. Being a doctor she knew how to keep a distance from her clients, but now she was confused.

There was something different about Emma Swan. She kept telling herself to stay unattached but it was easier said than done.

She just couldn't seem keep away from her.

Memories started coming back to her while she was walking down the stairs towards the main door of the library building. A first impression can tell you a lot. Seeing Emma for the first time she felt that this woman was special. There was a certain mystery around her, a depth that was drawing her to the blonde. Even though she didn't know her at all. Regina couldn't imagine what it was like to lose eyesight, one of the most important senses humans had. It changes people when they lose something. Something they took for granted. Many people do. There is a stage of accepting this condition, but also a stage of depression and asking "Why me?" precedes. She shivered at the thought of seeing Emma going through all these things, dealing with her condition on her own and still coming out of it as beautifully as she did. Regina knew that there were dark times in Emma's life. Fighting all the battles against herself. Against people who wouldn't accept her. Searching for a sanctuary where she felt safe. Finding a life partner was hard for everyone these days, especially for people who are different. Having some kind of a 'handicap', as so many people think, it must have been a nightmare. Regina could tell that Emma was well adapted. Well reconciled with her life in the darkness after all these years. Considering everything that Emma had to probably go through while getting to this stage made her chest hurt. Now when she gave her hope of getting her eyesight back, there was a huge responsibility not to let Emma down.

It wasn't her ego trying to take all the glory, it was her heart telling her to help as best as she could.

To make someone's life better, easier, colorful.

Throughout her practice as an ophthalmologist she has met a lot of blind people. Has helped return their sight. She was practically giving people a second chance at life, hopefully a better one. Her heart told her the minute she saw Emma that she should do her absolute best to give this woman just that. She deserved it.

Picturing Emma in front of her eyes, her legs automatically led her towards her car. Emma Swan, a tall, blonde, beautiful woman looking strong on the outside but very fragile on the inside. A dreamer with a strong sense of reality. Using a dream world as an escape. Regina felt a sudden need to get to know Emma even more, deeper, to understand her, to learn about her likes and hobbies. Emma Swan was surely an interesting human being to get to know.

To take that first step to do so she marked the 9pm hour in her diary. Sitting in her car she imagined what Emma's show would be like and she couldn't wait for it to air. "I should have asked Emma about the name of the radio station," Regina said out loud to no one. Thinking about how fast she will have to find the radio station not to miss Emma's program, Regina got ready to head to work. Turning up the volume of the car radio she joined the Boston traffic. There was a whole day ahead and a handful of patients waiting. If only she could find a way to fully focus on her job instead of letting her mind jump to a certain blonde woman. Once she is with her patients she will find her solid ground and focus again.

Regina was flawless as usual while taking care of her patients. The day flew by and the brunette was soon packing her things, locking her office and heading home. She would have something to eat, take a shower and get ready for the radio show she was so eagerly waiting for, for the whole day.

'It's not a date, you fool!' Regina scolded herself. 'Great, now I am talking to myself.' She thought, catching herself before she put makeup on. 'You are staying home, listening to Emma on the radio, she won't see you.' It just came natural to her. Wanting to look beautiful for someone she was wanting to get to know. It's not like she could help herself either. Emma Swan was definitely someone who fit that title.

Even though Regina wasn't going to see Emma face to face she still wanted to look pleasant. Using a comb she managed to get her hair in place. Taking a face cream she applied some, making it feel smooth and as the final touch she brushed her already too bright teeth. It really looked like she was about to go on a date and the poor woman had no idea. Regina checked her phone. It was 8:45 PM. The perfect time to sit down on her sofa, find a comfortable position and get ready to search for Emma's program.

Regina made herself a cup of tea. Brought it to the living room with a couple of cookies. Taking a seat, she pulled a blanket over her lap to prevent a cold chill. She sipped her tea and ate a cookie before taking her small radio into her hands. Her heart was beating faster. Adrenalin flowing through her veins. Not only she was excited to hear Emma's voice on the radio, she was also nervous about the possibility of not finding her program soon enough to enjoy the whole episode.

It was 9pm and Regina's fingers started shaking. She turned the radio on and listened to the first station she found. It wasn't Emma so she changed it and listened for a few seconds if she could hear Emma's voice. No luck. 'Damn' she thought changing the station again.

"Hey! There she is," Regina excitedly screamed out sitting upright as if Emma could see her sitting on the sofa in a weird pose. Emma's voice filled the room and Regina relaxed against the sofa literally inhaling the voice coming from the radio.

"Good evening, everyone who's listening," Emma said and Regina could tell that Emma smiled. She knew by the way Emma was talking. Soft, almost whisper like. It was her gift hearing beyond the voice, seeing through people's walls. Being a doctor who deals with blind people, she uses all her gifts to show her patients that she is a safe person, someone who they can trust.

"Good evening, Emma," Regina finds herself wishing Emma the same.

"Yesterday we talked about music, today I would like to talk about books, well about one in particular," Emma began to reveal the topic of her show. Regina was sad that she didn't hear the previous show but on the other hand she felt thankful for meeting Emma today and learning about her program.

"One of my favourite books and also a book that affected me quite a lot," Emma enjoyed a good suspense. She wouldn't reveal the name of the book so fast, she would keep her listeners hanging for a moment of two. "I want to talk about the novel The Picture of Dorian Gray written by Oscar Wilde." Emma finally revealed. Regina's lips shaped into a wide smile and she nodded.

"I love this book," she whispered adding a new thing on the list of what she and Emma have in common. Walking to the shelves of her library she picked a single book and returned to the fingers stroke the cover. The book looked like she has been held many times. Regina must have read the book countless times. She smiled while listening to Emma's voice.

"I am sure there is more people who find this book interesting, mesmerizing, captivating and also inspiring." Emma continued while remembering some parts of the story that affected her the most. "I have read it many times and I am sure I will go back to this story again in the future. Now I would like to invite you to join me in the discussion about this amazing novel. Call the studio," Emma hoped that some of her listeners would call so she wouldn't have to run the whole show on her own. Regina figured out that Emma didn't mention being blind on the show so in case she speaks to her she must keep it a secret. Emma wouldn't want anyone else to reveal such a personal thing about her on the radio. Emma shared the studio number with her listeners and Regina got a very silly idea. She picked her phone from the table and dialed the number. She waited a short moment before she was connected to the line. Turning down the volume of her radio she waited for Emma to invite her into the broadcasting.

"Hello there, who's on the other side?" Emma asked. Finding out who's calling was the best part of her show. It was exciting. She loved meeting new people even through the radio waves.

"Hello there, it's Regina Mills, calling from Boston," Regina introduced herself. It was a bold move. She wasn't sure if revealing her true name would be a good idea but what she could loose?

Emma felt like her breath has left her lungs. Clearing her throat she tried to catch her breath again. She couldn't believe who just got through.

'Breath, Swan!' she repeated to herself. It was Regina freaking Mills, her favourite doctor, her favourite person on the Earth listening to her show, calling her to talk about books.

"Welcome, Regina. I am glad you joined us," Emma finally found her own voice and words to say.

"Thank you for having me," was Regina's answer. Shifting on the sofa the brunette was eager to start talking about the book. Not only did she loved the novel, she was excited to learn something new about Emma.

"First question. What or who brought you to this book?" Emma asked to keep the conversation going, forgetting about the list of questions she wrote down to follow when talking to her listeners.

"I learned about this book when I was a student. It was one of the many titles we had to read for the final exams. Honestly, I hadn't read it at the time. I've rediscovered the book again later," Regina answered, already feeling more relaxed and prepared to fully indulge in the dialogue.

"Funny, because the same happened to me and I think it was only for the best," Emma replied, her lips forming a light smile.

"I think it would be beyond my understanding if I read it as a teenager. The book is pretty heavy when it comes to catching the 'between the lines' parts," Regina explained the advantage of reading such a complex book as an adult.

"Experiencing the same I can only agree with you. I believe that things in our lives come to us at the right time, just when we need them or when we are wise enough to understand them," Emma loved inserting some philosophy into her interviews. "Has this book affected you in any way? Do you have a favourite part or a quote?" Emma asked a few more questions, enjoying this conversation more than any other she has ever had. She would prefer sitting next to Regina in a room, talking about books and music, but this was better than nothing.

"I've learnt a lot from this book. It showed me that love is love, no matter who loves who. It's taught me that the important thing about people is what we can't see with our eyes. It also made me think about the ephemeral beauty. The external appearance changes but the soul persists," Regina stopped to give Emma a chance to react.

"That is so beautiful and true, Regina. The book had the same effects on me, honestly," Emma said, taking a chance to respond to Regina. There was the second part of her question still not being answered.

"You asked me about my favourite quote?" Regina asked to get back to where she left off few seconds ago. "I have few, but the one that stuck with me is Nothing can cure the soul but the senses, just as nothing can cure the senses but the soul."

"I think that it perfectly fits you considering what kind of work you do," Emma let Regina carry her away from the radio show. This interview became a conversation between two women, who were connected on a deeper level without even realizing it. Ignoring the fact that probably few thousand people were listening to them as they kept talking like their call was a private thing. The last sentence Emma spoke must have confused people. They had no idea about the connection between the two women. It wasn't bothering any of the ladies at all.

"My patients are not only sums of symptoms, they are whole and complex human beings and I approach them making sure to take care of their bodies as well as their souls," Regina explained hoping it will make sense to other listeners.

"Thank you, Regina for calling and sharing your beautiful experience with us," Emma finally woke up from the delirious state Regina put her in and got back to hosting the show.

"Thank you. It was my pleasure," Regina answered, her smile leaking through the phone. Even though she didn't want to end the call, Emma pressed the button on her radio phone. Introducing a new song she was about to play before she picks someone else from the callers Emma needed a few minutes off the show to steady herself. Certain of what she was feeling for the brunette doctor, she couldn't help falling for her even more.

Regina finally fully breathed in and out after putting her phone on the table. Remembering the parts of her favourite book she was now firmly holding in her hands she realized something.

The connection she had with Emma wasn't superficial. She could appreciate a beautifully looking woman but what mattered to her the most was the person's soul.

She's been searching for someone to connect with on a deeper, spiritual, soul consuming level for so long.

Now, after meeting Emma Swan. Everything she went through suddenly was worth the nights she spent crying. The lonely evenings spent sitting in front of a tv watching romantic movies and praying for a bit of luck were now the best moments of her life. It all has been leading to this. It all has been leading her to Emma Swan.

TBC