Regina discovers that Snow and Charming are growing magic beans to return to the Enchanted Forest and plans to intervene.
At David's suggestion, Mr. Gold tries to win her over by being a "good man" during a date at Granny’s. The effort fails when Lacey catches him accidentally spilling tea and realizes he is hiding his true nature. [S2E19] Lacey
Belle eventually frees Robin after learning he stole the wand to save his pregnant wife. Despite Rumplestiltskin’s initial intent to kill him, Belle convinces him to show mercy, subtly proving her belief that there is light within him. Subplots and Developments Regina discovers that Snow and Charming are growing
Lacey eventually ditches Gold to make out with the Sheriff of Nottingham (Keith) in an alley. When Gold discovers them, he brutally beats Keith with his cane. To his surprise, Lacey isn't horrified; she is attracted to his darkness, marking a shift in their dynamic. Flashback: Rumplestiltskin and Robin Hood The effort fails when Lacey catches him accidentally
Regina uses magic to give the amnesiac Belle the memories of "Lacey," the person she would have been under the original curse if she hadn't been locked in a dungeon. Unlike the compassionate Belle, Lacey is a hard-drinking "bad girl" who spends her time at the Rabbit Hole and is drawn to darkness.