The Heart Of New York
Plot: Finn had made the move to New York after the holiday's (Season 4) after discovering his love for teaching after he helped Mr. Schue with Glee Club, Grease and Sectionals. Applying to College's there, Finn keeps his move to New York a secret with only Mr. Schue, Coach Beiste, his mom, Burt and Kurt knowing. What will happen when Rachel ultimately finds out he's been living there this whole time. How will Rachel take the news? Have they both really moved on from each other? Only time will tell :)
Chapter 1: The Run-In
Finn Hudson had just moved to New York a few weeks ago after the New Year. This was the beginning of his life, he finally knew what he wanted to do with his life. He wanted to be a teacher. After helping Mr. Schue with Glee Club as well as preparing the students for Sectionals and Grease, he had to admit he loved doing what he did. Finn applied to Columbia and New York University for the Winter semester. He had Mr. Schue and Coach Beiste both write recommendation letters to help Finn get accepted into his designated college, he got accepted into both but he couldn't enroll until the Fall Term. Upon his arrival he had meant with a few potential roommates and the next day had officially found a place to live, finding a roommate. He had a new but stable job/internship working at Google as an assistant all thanks to the strings his roommate Zack pulled. Finn had got the job only a week ago but he was loving it so far. He worked for one of the big workers there, normally he ran errands all day and as well as working with the interns learning the hard stuff on computers and programs. It was actually quite fasinating to him. He only worked their 4 days out of the week but the hours were so long, sometimes he worked for almost 10 hours straight but the pay was good, he hadn't got his first check yet as everyone usually got paid every two weeks but from what his roommate told him about the pay it sounded like it was enough for him to pay his rent as well as the classes he was taking at a community college there.
Finn walked out of his bedroom, closing the door behind him as he walked into the living room grabbing his coat off the hook. He could see his roommate, Zac scrambling across the room retrieving the things he needed before leaving for his paid internship at Google. "Hey man I'll see you later. I'm gonna go explore the streets today" Finn told his roommate as he slipped on his jacket.
"Alright, dude. See you later" Zac replied.
"See ya" Finn said again, closing the door behind it, walking outside of the apartment complex. He stood there in front of the door, embracing the scenery of New York, inhaling the cold air before beginning to walk. It was his first day off work and he really just wanted to explore the streets of New York, maybe go see the Statue of Liberty, go to the Empire State building. There were so many things he wanted to do, to see. Deciding he wanted a coffee before continuing his exploring, Finn walked into the nearest Starbucks, passing a group of people as he went inside.
"Well, well. Finnocence" Finn heard someone talking to him from behind.
Finn turned around coming face to face with Santana Lopez. He sighed, wondering what she was even doing in New York. "Santana, what are you doing in New York. I thought you were in Louisville or whatever".
Santana was shocked to see Finn in New York, especially since hearing about how his last visit was.
"New York is my new home, Frankenteen. I'm roommates with Man Hands and Lady Hummel. But I think the real question is what are you doing here in New York" Santana asked, as she held a beverage carrier of 3 cappuccinos.
"I live here, I got to school here now" Finn revealed. "And only Kurt knows". The only people who knew he was living in New York was his mother, Burt, Mr. Schue, Coach Beiste and Kurt.
"Rachel is gonna love this, Finnocence" Santana chuckled.
Finn didn't want Rachel knowing he was living in New York...well at least not yet. He didn't want her to think he was stalking her or anything. He had accepted she had moved on. "You can't tell Rachel, Santana. I don't want her knowing I am here. I strictly came here for school, Santana".
Santana rolled her eyes. She knew there was more to this then he was telling. Even though she would never vocally admit it, Rachel and Finn were destined, this break up was just a step back. She wasn't very fond of Brody either, there was something off with him and she didn't know what. "We'll see Finnocence. I can't make any promises". Santana looked at her cell phone, seeing the time. "I must go. My roommates await there cappuccinos" she said with a devious grin.
Finn groaned watching as Santana walked away. He knew his secret would not be kept for long, Rachel would know that he was now living there. He couldn't have that. Finn went after Santana.
"Santana" he yelled after her.
Santana was beginning to approach her friends as she heard Finn yelling after her.
"Promise me you won't tell her please" he pleaded with her, catching up with the former latina Cheerio. It was just then Finn came face to face with the one who he had been trying to stay away from: Rachel.
Rachel's eyes widen as she seen Finn standing before her. He looked so much more grown up, sophisticated just by the clothes he was wearing underneath his open jacket. 'What the hell was he doing here' she thought to herself.
"Well looks like your secret is out now Frankenteen" Santana said in a bitchy tone, followed by a chuckle as she handed Rachel and Kurt there coffee's. "Shouldn't of followed me".
"Hey" Finn greeted Rachel and Kurt. Everything was now awkward now between everyone. His eyes went to Rachel, who he could tell was in shock by seeing him.
Rachel looked over at Finn She was surprised as hell to see him in New York. "I...I have to go" she said quickly walking off. Santana quickly following her.
Finn watched as Rachel walked away, he looked down before looking over at his brother. "That's exactly why I didn't want her knowing" his voice cracked a bit. "She can't even face me anymore". He exhaled deeply, clearly letting his emotions get the best of him.
"It'll be fine, Finn. Don't worry. Just give her time. She'll talk when she's ready" Kurt told Finn.
"Thanks for going shopping with me the other day, I really needed a whole new wardrobe for this job" Finn softly smiled. The other day Finn reached out to Kurt to help with a whole new wardrobe for work, consisting of a few leather vests as well as some plaid dress shirts and some designer jeans and shoes.
"Don't mention it, I was glad to help" Kurt said cheerfully. "Shopping is my expertise, bro".
Finn nodded, chuckling softly. "You should go check on her".
Kurt slightly nodded "Yeah I probably should". He took a sip of the coffee that was in his hands. "We should hang out tonight." Kurt suggested.
"Yeah we should" Finn agreed. "Just please don't pick Callback's ok".
Kurt giggled. "Don't worry about that. I am steering clear of that place just like you are". Kurt thought of a few places before picking Sardi's for dinner. "We'll meet at Sardi's for dinner then i'll show you around The Big Apple". Kurt gasped "Oh please you have to let me show you Vogue, where I work" he pleaded with Finn.
Finn chuckled "Alright. Sounds like a plan".
Kurt hugged his brother. "I'm happy you are here, Finn" he said.
Finn hugged Kurt back "I'm happy too" he smiled.
The two brothers both pulled away a second later.
"I'll see you tonight" Finn said.
Kurt nodded "See you tonight".
Finn watched as his brother walked away. He began to walk in the opposite direction back to his place, not wanting a coffee anymore. All he could think about was the look he seen on Rachel's face when she seen him for the first time in a while, how she completely just walked away. He was beginning to think New York wasn't the best idea now. The last thing he wanted to do was make Rachel uncomfortable with him there.
Meanwhile back at Rachel's place, she paced across the floor as she waited for Kurt to come back home. She knew he was probably gonna stay out for a while to chat with Finn after all they were brothers. Hearing the door open, Rachel quickly walked over to the door seeing Kurt walk inside. "How long is he visiting for" Rachel asked.
"Um" Kurt bit his lower lip, closing the sliding door behind him. "He's not. Finn lives here now" he revealed. He was just waiting for Rachel to blow up. He knew it was wrong to keep this secret to her but he couldn't break Finn's trust.
"What" Rachel asked, raising her voice. "You knew he was living here all this time and you didn't tell me" she said raising her voice. She was beyond furious she was the last to know about this. Why of all states did he have to choose where she was?
"Calm down, Rachel" Kurt sighed, taking off his jacket. "Yes, I did know Finn was living here all this time. He asked me not to tell you". Kurt hung his jacket up on the hook. "I had to respect his wishes".
"I have every right to know, Kurt" Rachel sighed. "How could you not tell me".
"Technically it's none of your business" Kurt exclaimed. "You guys aren't even together anymore. This shouldn't even be bothering you anyway, you broke up with him and he has no intention of trying to win you back. He's here strictly for school". Even Kurt didn't believe the words coming out of his mouth, he knew Finn wasn't over Rachel and vice versa, he knew it wasn't the end of Rachel and Finn, even though they both appeared to have moved on he knew they still loved each other and it was only a matter of time before they became close again.
Rachel groaned, tears beginning to fill her eyes as she felt betrayed by her best friend. She walked away, into her bedroom, slamming the door behind her, tears sliding down her face. Why was he here in New York? Just as she was picking up the pieces and moving on with her life.
Author's Note: This story is definitely FINCHEL based. They'll slowly work their way back together but not without a few obstacles blocking their way.