A/N: This idea kind of came to me after seeing an image someone posted on tumblr with Rachel making it on Broadway and appearing on the Ellen show. However, once I got going it kind of ran away a little bit so I ended up expanding it from a one-shot into a two-shot, maybe it'll become a multi-shot who knows.

Anyway, I have a tendency to switch between perspectives, it just kinda happened as I was writing. Also there are flashbacks, hopefully it's obvious enough and people can follow it.

This is actually the first time I've posted anything, mainly because despite having a number of files/stories tucked away this is the first one that's been close to finished. I love cliffhangers but it makes me want to cry when I have to wait months for the next part so I've always swore I'd never post anything unless it was finished or could stand alone and this is close enough.

Disclaimer: I don't own anything and I mean no offense, I'm just having a bit of fun.

The Ellen DeGeneres Show

'Welcome back, so joining me now is one of Broadways newest and biggest stars, having just finished her first month as Elphaba in the global hit Wicked to rave reviews and rumours of a Tony nomination on the horizon please welcome Rachel Berry.'

Rachel Berry appeared, waving to the audience as she made her way to join Ellen in a little dance before the host pointed and directed her to the couch.

'Have a seat, welcome Rachel.'

'Thank you Ellen, it's a pleasure to be here.'

'I almost didn't recognise you, you were looking a little green the last time I saw you.'

Everyone laughed at the little joke.

'So Rachel kindly arranged tickets for Portia and I to go and see Wicked the other week when we were in New York and it is just amazing and you, wow, you looked like you were born to play the role. For those that have been living under a rock somewhere can you explain what Wicked is about.'

Rachel falls into the predictable interview routine, talking about the musical, the songs, the make-up, her co-stars.

'So when it went up on our website that you were coming on the show we were inundated with tweets, quite a few of which were asking about your love life.'

'Ok.' Rachel responds hesitantly.

'You're known for attending most events and being caught out and about New York with the designer Kurt Hummel.'

'Yes, we've known each other since before High School and he's one of my best friends and let's face it he always looks impeccable.'

'Indeed I have several of his suits in my wardrobe at home.' Ellen jokes.

'But seriously I know there's been a lot of buzz over a picture that turned up on Twitter recently of you and a certain blonde lady.'

They'd been curled up on Rachel couch having a lazy morning/afternoon catching up on their favourite show when her phone had rung. Stretching over she'd grabbed the mobile off the coffee table and resumed her position on top of the body beneath her as she answered.

'To what do I owe the pleasure Chris.'

'Have you seen Twitter this morning?'

Rachel sighed in exasperation, resting her head against a comfortable shoulder as she felt calming arms wrap around her and squeeze slightly.

'No I have not, it's my day off Chris, get to the point.'

She heard her agent take a deep breath.

'Someone snapped pictures of you two last night and posted them on Twitter, which before you interrupt I know isn't uncommon and before you freak out there's nothing untoward, but they are a bit compromising and questions are flying around. I've already had a number of entertainment media contacting me for comments and interviews.'

Rachel swallowed heavily as her agent took another deep breath.

'Bottom line, this is a confirm or deny situation Rachel, we can't deflect or be vague. I know we've discussed this before and you hate to be pushed into a decision and I can buy time today but I need to know what you want to do by the morning. Whatever you decide I'll go with, you know that, although I already have a good idea what you'll decide, but take a bit of time and the two of you have a talk so that everyone's happy, well as happy as you can be with this little media tornado. Ok?'

'Ok Chris, thank you. My apologies for being a bit snappy earlier.'

'No problem Superstar but I expect a batch of 'I'm sorry' cookies on my desk tomorrow.'

'Of course. Goodbye Chris.'

'Bye.'

Rachel ended the call and burrowed her head further into the shoulder underneath her. She felt fingers begin to run through her hair in comfort, lightly grazing her scalp.

'Did you hear?'

She felt a nod in response and lips lightly brush against her forehead.

'Plan A or plan B?'

Taking a deep breath Rachel raised her head to look into the face and eyes she knew so well, taking in the open look of love and support that shone back as she hesitantly responded

'If I say A will you . . .'

The question remained unspoken and Rachel watched a lopsided grin emerge before she felt those amazing lips brush her own.

'I wouldn't expect anything less and I'll be fine Rachel.'

A kiss was placed on the tip of her nose before she was pushed back and made to get up from the couch.

'So shall I fire up the PowerPoint and you can talk me through plan A again?'

Rachel grinned and threw her arms around her couch mate in a fierce hug.

'Ah yes it seems to have caused quite a lot of speculation.'

'And so far you've been tight-lipped about it all.' Ellen pauses until Rachel nods in confirmation 'but you've agreed to talk to me exclusively about it today so . . . all of your fans have been tweeting in asking who this girl is . . .'

'Um . . .'

Rachel looks out to the audience and back to Ellen, taking a breath she directs her answer back out to them.

'Well, that's my girlfriend . . . Quinn.'

'And you're happy together?'

'Yes, she makes me happy.'

'How long have you guys been together?'

Rachel bites on her lower lip but can't help the wide smile that come across her face.

'Um . . . we've known each other for a long time . . . but we've been together for just over 3 years now.'

A few gasps are heard from the audience.

'I know right.' Ellen directs at the audience before continuing.

'So you were friends first?'

'Yes we went to high school together and became sort of friends towards the end. We went to college not too far apart and managed to keep in touch and just got closer.'

'Rachel!'

Rachel sighed and put down her paintbrush. The first few months in New York had been a disaster, Finn and her were over, NYADA was harder than she had expected and her college accommodation had been an epic failure. She'd cracked and rung Kurt and the two of them had found an amazing apartment together, even if it did need a little work. Rubbing and picking at the paint on her hands she headed towards Kurt voice.

'What is it Kurt?' She asked as she entered the opening living area. Looking up she saw Kurt stood next to the front door grinning as he gave a little nod towards the doorway. Following his direction she looked to see Quinn Fabray looking radiant and smiling shyly.

'Thought I would test out that Metro pass.'

Rachel positively launched herself at the other girl, Kurt was surprised Quinn was able to remain upright with the force at which Rachel brought them together. Quinn could only chuckle lightly at the enthusiastic welcome, reciprocating the hug as both girls fitted and locked themselves tightly together, sighing contentedly at the equally rough and soft way they clung to each other.

There had been various messages and emails sent back and forth between the two girls and the odd phone call over the summer and since starting college, but both had been overwhelmed with their academic demands and trying to adjust to college life to have even thought about visiting. Quinn had become increasing aware of Rachels unhappiness and when the girl had mentioned moving in with Kurt she knew she had to visit. Quinn had been nervous about seeing Rachel, worried that things might be awkward, but after texting Kurt about her intention to visit the two had come up with a plan that had calmed her fears.

'So Kurt is going to get take out.'

Quinn stated, a hint of the old HBIC coming forward, as she disentangled herself from Rachel and disappeared around the doorway into the hallway, returning a second later holding a weekend bag in one hand and a carry tray with cups of coffee in the other. Kurt grabbed his keys and taking a cup of coffee and the money Quinn had placed in the empty slot of the tray gave the girls a little wave as he closed the door and left. Turning her full attention to the brunette Quinn smiled and motioned towards her weekend bag.

'I have two boxsets of that British drama thing you like and a laptop loaded with films, although tomorrow I expect a full tour of New York. But first how about giving me a tour of your wonderful new apartment and then we came drink these coffees, Kurt told me the place around the corner was your favourite, and you can tell me all about this bitch of a dance teacher?'

Rachel could feel her eyes water and for once words failed her. She stepped in front of Quinn and wrapped her arms around the girl again, feeling the taller girl rest a cheek against the top of her head and let it soak in that Quinn was really there. Reaching down she took the weekend bag from Quinns hand and clasped their free hands together pulling the girl further into the apartment with a huge smile.

'Actually, while I do love the coffee, my favourite is this little place near the park I found. I'll take you there tomorrow. Ok, let's put this down and I'll show you around.'

'So at what point did it all change?' Ellen probed.

Rachel ducked her head down and giggled.

'Ellen I can't tell you everything otherwise you will never ask me back. Also it's a long story and I can see that boy over there waving at you that we have nearly run out of time.'

Glancing over Ellen saw the grip with the board warning her that they only had about 60 seconds and to wrap it up.

'Alright then I better make this a good one. I'm sure you're going to be bombarded with a mass of questions after today but I think the question that most people will want to know the answer to is, Rachel Berry as a woman who is so open in her support of gay rights and issues, her background as the daughter of gay fathers, is best friends with one of the most recognisable gay men in the country and is openly out as bisexual, why have you kept this a secret for so long?'

Rachels eyes flick down shyly as she tucks a piece of hair behind her ear.

'It would be easy to perhaps use my future career and prospects as an excuse, or blame Quinn, or having wanted to avoid the extra media attention but truthfully we just weren't ready. That long story I mentioned, we've known each other since childhood and we have a lot of history together, not all of it good. We both had to work hard and overcome a lot to become friends and when the nature of our relationship changed it wasn't the fact that we are of the same sex that made us want to keep it quiet but the fact that we wanted the space and time to work it all out on our own, free from other peoples judgments of our history together. I apologise that was quite a protracted response.'

'I thought it was quite eloquent. I wish you and Quinn all the best, I hope next time you're on perhaps you can drag her along with you I would love to meet her.'

Ellen and Rachel shared a brief genuine smile before they both stood and hugged as the music to link to the commercial break started.

'Do check out Wicked if you are in New York I can assure y'all you won't be disappointed. Rachel Berry thanks for being here.'

'My pleasure thanks for inviting me Ellen.'

'After the commercials we have our big audience giveaway!'

A/N2: Comments and reviews are welcome, how else will I learn :-)