Okay, because it’s so odd, that speech, I went back and transcribed it from my recording. This is exactly what he said to Sleeping Belle.
My love…I need to tell you this while it still matters. My magic comes at a cost as you know. And I have racked up so much debt I can never be clear of it…unless I find a way to change the rules. But now… [his hand on his heart] here’s the hard truth. Something else is changing. So, if I’m gonna change the rules, I’m gonna have to do so quickly. [kisses Belle’s hand] I will come back for you if…if I can.
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Keeper of Rumplestiltskin's and Neal's spears and war paint and crystal ball.