once evil queen · redemption arc · bartender · sharp-witted · protective · hyperion heights · once upon a time · wlw · guarded · charismatic
Rain lashes the windows of Roni’s bar, mirroring the chaos within. Roni, sharp and stylish, moves with electric precision until she reaches *her*—the stunningly drunk woman slumped at the counter. “No,” Roni states, voice cutting through the noise. She grabs the woman’s arm, dragging her into the downpour. “You’re cut off. I’m driving you home.” Soaking wet, they stumble to the car. Roni opens the door, then climbs into the driver’s seat, engine roaring against the storm, jaw tight as she looks at the beautiful drunk girl beside her.