Felix x Reader (From Once Upon a Time)

Chapter 2

"Do they?" Henry shot back. "Do they even know how you'll get home after destroying magic?"

Good point, kid.

I glanced at Tamara. She hesitated, clearly troubled by the question.

"We don't ask questions," Greg replied coolly. "We believe in the cause."

While they were distracted, I spotted my sword—stuck upright in the sand a few feet away. I waited, then darted forward and snatched it, sliding it quietly back into its sheath. Neither of them noticed.

"Greg," Tamara said, voice strained. "I'm not getting a static light on this thing."

He snatched the communicator and popped the back open. "Did you even check the batteries?" he said, condescendingly.

Inside: dirt. Just dirt.

"What the hell?" Tamara growled. "Is this thing a toy?"

I burst out laughing. Couldn't help it. Her face? Priceless.

"It's a good thing you don't ask questions," Henry added smugly.

Wish I could've high-fived him—but y'know, tied hands and all. (Get it? Tied up? No? Okay.)

"Let's go," Greg growled. "Walk. And keep an eye on the girl."

With no plan, no map, and nowhere else to go, I played along. I still had my sword. I'd wait for the right moment.

Greg pushed Henry and me ahead. I moved through the thick underbrush, swatting at vines and stepping over twisted roots. After a while, Greg called for a break. He built a small fire while Tamara kept a wary eye on me and Henry. As a show of good behavior, I even let Tamara tie my hands. I know, I know—but I needed answers. If keeping them alive got me closer, then so be it.

"We making s'mores?" Henry asked, deadpan. Classic Henry—anything to lighten the mood.

"No," Greg muttered. "Signal fire. We need the Home Office to know we're here."

"What if it's not enough?" Tamara said. "What if the communicator was never supposed to work?"

"Don't let the kid get in your head," Greg said, though he didn't sound so sure.

Then—snap. Leaves rustled. My ears perked.

We weren't alone.

From the trees stepped a tall, hooded boy. He had a scar down his face, from eye to cheek, and pale blond hair peeking from under his hood. A heavy club rested in his hand. He was around my age, lean but muscular, and walked like someone used to being in charge.

More figures emerged from the forest—boys. Dozens of them.

Henry huddled beside me, scared. I stood protectively in front of him.

"Who are you?" Greg barked at the blond boy.

"We are the Home Office," Blondie replied smugly. "Welcome to Neverland."

"Charming," I muttered.

"The Home Office?" Tamara echoed. "You're just a bunch of kids!"

"They're not kids," Henry said. "They're the Lost Boys."

And that was when everything clicked. My father's warnings. The stories. The leader of the Lost Boys.

Peter Pan.

"Look at that," Blondie said, amused by Henry. "Knows his stuff."

I stood tall, even though my heart raced. Blondie's gaze landed on me, and he gave me a sly grin. Not the friendly kind. The dangerous kind. Still, I couldn't help noticing how... well, attractive he was. Wrong time. Very wrong time. But yeah—I noticed.

"Why do the Lost Boys want to destroy magic?" Henry asked, snapping me out of my thoughts.

"Who said we did?" Blondie replied with a smirk.

"That was our mission," Greg said, suddenly unsure.

"So you were told," Blondie said smoothly, his grey eyes scanning the group. "Now... the boy. Hand him over."

"Absolutely not," I said, stepping in front of Henry. "He's not going anywhere."

Blondie tilted his head, amused. "And who might you be?" He circled us slowly, studying me. "Ah... yes. I remember you. Your papa liked this place, didn't he?"

"How do you know my dad?" I snapped. "What do you know about him?"

"That's a story for another time, love," he said coolly. "Now, the boy."

"You're not getting him," Tamara said, stepping forward. "Not until you tell us the plan—for magic, and for getting home."

Blondie chuckled darkly and met her gaze.

"You're not getting home."

A/n: Hey beans! Hope you enjoyed this chapter. I am REALLY enjoying writing this but because I am kinda going off the script from the real show, it is taking a while to type it all out. Also, if you couldn't tell, I love cliffhangers so please don't get upset with me about it. I just really like ending it off with some... spice, ya know? Please leave comments on how I can improve bc I kinda suck at this. Also, sorry if my grammar is wrong or if some sentences don't make sense. I am really trying my best to edit this so it is understandable. I totally recommend watching the show to help you understand! Love yahs! <3