A/N I just wanted to say that I obviously don't own Glee, because if I did, Quinn and Rachel would be the hottest couple on TV.
Also, just a heads up, I do not proof read. I apologize for any mistakes in advance. I kind of just sat down and banged this story out, so its a bit rough, and I'm calling it a one shot for now, but I may end up coming back to it. I'm undecided.
Hope you like it. :)
Quinn walked the aisles of the grocery store lazily, dropping items in her basket without care. It had been nearly eight years since she had been back in Lima, and she was starting to remember why.
"My goodness, Quinn Fabray is that you?" an older woman ask with surprise in her voice, as she placed her hand on the blond's arm.
"Mrs. Hummel, how are you? It has been so long" Quinn said in the most polite voice she could muster.
"Oh hunny I'm good, What brings you here? Finn told me that you were off living in New York"
"Just visiting my mom" Quinn lied
"How nice, you should really give Finn a call while you're in town, I'm sure he'd love to see you"
Quinn smiled at the fact that Finn still lived in Lima "Maybe" she replied politely"
"He's been down since his and Rachel's divorce"
This took Quinn by surprise, Rachel had married Finn. Gross.
"I mean it was years ago, but he never really recovered. Perhaps seeing you will help"
"I'll call him, would you be able to give me his number?" Quinn could tell the older woman was desperate to help her son, and Quinn couldn't help but be curious about what had happened to him and Rachel after she had left.
"He actually, works at the garage if you want to stop by"
"Will do, it was nice seeing you"
"You too dear"
The two women parted ways, and Quinn's head was swimming with questions. She wanted answers, but first she had to deal with her own issues.
The three Fabray women sat in the office of George Waller, awaiting the attorney's arrival.
"Where is this guy?" Jennifer complained looking at her watch
"Jen do you have somewhere more important to be?" Judy questioned "or do you think you could spare an hour to hear what he has to say"
"Sorry mom, but I think this may be a huge waste of our time"
"Jen's right" Quinn added "He didn't do anything for us before, why now?"
Before Judy could respond the door opened and an older gentleman walked in and took a seat behind the desk.
"Good afternoon ladies, My name is George Waller, I was Russel's attorney for many years, I'm sorry for your loss. I apologize for keeping you waiting"
"That's alright George, I don't know if you remember but these are Russell's daughters Jennifer and Quinn"
The man nodded "Let's begin. This is the reading of the Last Will and Testament of Russel Fabray. Since Russel knew he was going to die, he had time to get his things in order, that is why you three are here. He left you each an envelope, inside is a letter from him, explaining the division of his estate. Would you like me to read them out loud?"
"Yes" Jen answered quickly.
Wallers began.
To my Judy,
I never treated you the way I should have. I took you, and our marriage for granted. There was never another love like ours for me, I always considered you my Wife, even after the divorce was finalized. I regret waiting until writing this letter on my death bed to say this to you but I am deeply sorry. Not only to you but for myself, for robbing us of what could have been a very beautiful life together. For you I leave 50% of my estate.
With Love,
Russel.
Judy was in tears, as he finished reading her letter. The attorney went on
Jennifer,
You were always my little princess, you always tried to please me. I wish we had more time together, for me to be a father worth pleasing. Please accept 25% of my estate.
Daddy.
Jen only scoffed at his letter.
Quinn,
You were a terrible disappointment, perhaps that is a trait you got from me. For this I apologize, and leave you the remaining 25 % of my estate
Russel.
"Bastard" Quinn mumbled
"So break it down for us Mr. Wallers" Jen broke the silence "What was his estate worth? How much are each of us getting?"
"Could you try to be a bit more sensitive?" Judy scolded.
"No." Jen stated coldly "He will get no sympathy or respect from me. Did you even hear what he said to Quinn?"
"The estate" Mr Wallers interrupted, trying to stop a fight from occurring in his office. "was work 50 million dollars"
Shock was the new emotion in the room, and it was quickly taking over the three women"
"Excuse me?" Quinn asked
"Judy is to receive 25 million, Jen 12.5 million, and Quinn will also get 12.5 million"
"Holy sh..." Jen started but was quickly stopped by her mother
"Jennifer!"
"Sorry mom, but who knew he had that kind of money?"
"Mr. Fabray's assets are liquid, so you will all walk away with a check today" Waller's informed them.
"Lunch is on me" Quinn said and was met by a smirk from her sister.
"Fine you can get lunch, but I'm buying the booze" surprisingly came from their mother, as she sat up from her chair and signed the necessary paperwork and left.
The Fabray sister's looked at each other in amusement and followed suit.
The Next day, as Quinn was packing her bag, she remembered her run in with Finn's mom. She still had hours before she had to leave for the airport.
She pulled up to the Hummel's car garage, and carefully walked in. Looking around she didn't see anyone, but her attention was soon pulled to the tall figure sliding out from under a car.
"Can I help you?" Finn said not looking up to see who it was.
"Hello Finn" Quinn said pulling off her sunglasses.
"Quinn! What are you doing here?" he said wrapping her in a hug.
"Had some business in town, wanted to stop by before I headed back out. I ran into your mother."
"Oh. I guess you heard about what happened."
"Just that you and Rachel got divorced. When did that happen?"
"I moved back to Lima four years ago, she is still in New York"
"I didn't know you two lived there"
"Yeah, Rachel still lives on the upper west, you know the whole broadway thing, she kind of has to stay in New York"
"I see. I know its not my place to ask but. What happened?"
"She told me one day that she couldn't lie to herself anymore, that she was gay"
"I see." Quinn tried to seem calm but on the inside she thought she was going to die of shock.
"You should get in contact with her though, I know she has been trying to get a hold of you for a long time. You're kind of impossible to reach."
"Yeah I dropped of the radar, I'm living in New York though, I've been there since graduation."
"Are you serious?" Finn asked shocked. "all this time... you really need to talk to Rachel, let me get you her address and phone number"
"Finn... its really fine I don't..."
"Quinn. Trust me."
It was probably the weirdest conversation she had ever had with Finn, but it left her wondering why it was so important that she found Rachel.
Quinn returned to New York, after the weirdest trip home she had ever taken. It was the only trip home she had taken, but nonetheless it was weird. She returned with a large bank account, and a strong curiousity about why Rachel had been looking for her.
Walking into her small Manhattan apartment, her head was filled with ideas about the new apartment she could now afford, and all of the things she would be able to do with her new found money, but first she had to put her mind at ease and see Rachel.
It was around noon on a Monday, and Quinn had decided to show up at Rachel's doorstep, rather than call ahead. She figured it would be like ripping off a band-aid, she would just go and get it over with, rather than calling to set up lunch or coffee. Why delay?
Rachel lived in a very nice building in an expensive part of Manhattan. The lobby was not large, in fact it looked like it had been around for hundreds of years.
The doorman interrupted Quinn's train of thought "Ma'am, may I help you"
"Just going to see a friend of mine, Rachel Berry"
"Would you like me to call and let her know you are on your way up?"
"No, no thank you, I'll just surprise her."
"Very good Ma'am, The elevator attendant will take you to her floor"
She has her own floor? Quinn thought
The elevator ride was short despite having to go up to the 11th floor.
The attendant opened the elevator door, and let Quinn out to a small hallway, where there was only one door. So she knocked.
The brunette who answered was not the Rachel Berry she remembered from High School. This woman, was grown up, and possibly the most beautiful woman Quinn had seen in person. She stood there silent.
"My God, Quinn?" Rachel asked softly, not believing her eyes.
"Hi Rachel" the blond responded still taking in the sight in front of her.
"Come in, there is a lot we need to talk about"
She followed Rachel inside. The apartment was lovely, and felt surprisingly comfortable.
"I saw Finn, a couple of days ago, he insisted I come here. What is going on Rachel?" Quinn asked, almost sounding worried.
"Please sit down, I've been trying to reach you for a very long time."
"I know, I've spent a lot of time making myself unreachable. I live in the city actually. You look amazing." the last part was out of her mouth before she could stop it.
"Thank you, you have matured nicely as well" Rachel said with a blush. "Can I get you something to drink?"
"No thank you, I just really would like to know what is going on? Why have you been looking for me?"
Rachel drew a long breath "Shelby died. Four years ago."
This hit Quinn hard, a thousand thoughts ran through her head. "What happened?"
"Car accident"
"Is Beth okay?" she asked panicked
"Beth is fine, she wasn't in the car. Quinn, Beth lives with me now."
Quinn tensed up, her daughter was in the same apartment as her.
"Is she here now?"
"Yes, but there is more."
"I want to see her." Quinn said not caring what else Rachel had to say. Her daughter, the one she gave birth to ten years ago was only feet away and if she didn't see her soon she was going to lose her cool. Rachel seemed to pick up on Quinn's urgent need.
"Janna!" Rachel called and a young woman who was probably the same age as they were came from the other room. "Will you bring Beth in?"
The scene was confusing to Quinn. Why didn't Rachel just call for Beth herself.
"Quinn, I must tell you that..."
Before Rachel could finish, a lovely young girl walked into the room, she was wearing a blue sundress, her brunette locks flowing behind her headband. The girl looked so much like Quinn but with Noah's hair and eye color. Her skin was fair and she had Quinn's face.
"Thank god she didn't get my real nose" Quinn said under her breath, trying to break the tension in the room. A tension that didn't seem present to the child.
Beth looked at Quinn, as though she knew exactly who she was, then to Rachel. Quinn felt her knees almost give out when she saw Beth moving her hands instead of opening her mouth. She then felt sick as she saw Rachel sign back to her.
Rachel spoke as she signed. "Beth, this is Quinn, do you remember we talked about her?"
Beth only shook her head yes, and then walked over to the gaping blond and held out her hand for a handshake. Quinn's heart melted and she couldn't help but to kneel down to her daughter's level and wrap the child into a hug instead. Tears escaped her eyes and she felt small arms wrap around her neck. When she pulled back she smiled at the little girl and looked up at Rachel, who was crying as well.
"I think we should have the rest of that talk now Rachel"
Moments later, Quinn found herself sitting at Rachel's kitchen table with a cup of coffe infront of her. Beth was in the living room, playing with Janna.
"She looks great, she looks happy, thank you Rachel"
At this Rachel looked confused "Beth is my sister, there is no need to thank me"
"I'm sorry to hear about you and Finn." Quinn offered
"You shouldn't be, he wasn't the person I thought he was"
"What happened?"
"That will be a story for another day. We have more important things to discuss"
"I just don't know where to start, this is all so sudden. I think about Beth everyday, where she was, what she was doing, and all this time she was in the same city, living with you."
"You must have questions about Beth, I don't want you to feel as though you can't ask."
"Where does she go to school? What is her favorite color? Does she ever ask about me? Has Noah seen her?"
Rachel was taken aback by the questions that were flowing from Quinn.
"I'm sorry" the blond offered "Its just these are the questions I've been asking myself for years, and I have the chance to get answers now"
"Its okay, I'm just surprised you didnt... well ask about her deafness first"
"Oh well we can get to that. It will just make things a little more interesting. I admit that I was shocked at first, but seeing her after all this time, it doesn't make me any less happy to see her."
Rachel was beyond moved, this certainly was not the Quinn Fabray she had known in High School. This woman was kind and open. "I'm so glad you are here Quinn. Beth is excited too. She goes to school just a few blocks from here, it is a school for the hearing impaired, but it is one of the best in the country. Her favorite color is blue, Noah knows she is here but has not come to see her, and Shelby was very honest with Beth about the adoption and about you, she asks about you all the time."
"Thank you" was all Quinn could think to say. "Who is Janna?"
"Janna is the nanny, she knows sign language, and has been a very good companion to Beth" Rachel answered. "Quinn, can I ask what you have been up to?"
"I am a photographer, I work odd jobs to pay the bills" Quinn answered "Well not anymore actually, I recently came into some money."
"That is wonderful" Rachel shifted uncomfortably "I'd like to discuss some serious matters"
"Okay, Rachel, what is on your mind?" The blond asked chuckling, Rachel was always so serious.
"I didn't want to contact you, so that you could come in and take Beth away, let me be very clear about that." Rachel's voice was stern and caught Quinn of guard "Beth has known me nearly her whole life, and has been living with me for four years now. I tried contacting you because I wanted you to know where she was, that she was safe, and she wanted to meet you."
Quinn only nodded and put her hand on top of Rachel's "I never thought of taking her away from you" she assured her
Just then Beth ran into the kitchen, and excitedly starting signing to Rachel.
"She asked if you were going to stay for dinner" Rachel explained to Quinn
The blond smiled at the little girl and then looked back to Rachel "If that is alright with you"
Dinner at Rachel's had been great, the two women had caught up, and found that they got along quite well. Quinn was able to ask Beth questions, with the help of Rachel, and found the girl to be enchanting. Something she could only assume she had picked up from Rachel. They had made plans to meet again later in the week when Rachel was away from the theater, but was she was given an open invitation to stop by anytime, and Janna would let her in to see Beth.
Are we still on for Monday? - Rachel
Yes, I can't wait. - Q
Me either, Beth is excited to see you. -R
What about you? Are you excited to see me?-Q Did I just flirt with Rachel Berry? she asked herself.
Very excited. ; ) -R
Did she just flirt back? Quinn again questioned
As the days leading up to Monday passed Quinn had kept herself busy. She found a new apartment, had hired a sign language tutor,and could now sign the alphabet. She couldn't wait to see her two new favorite girls.
They had planned on meeting at the central park zoo. As Quinn approached the entrance gate she spotted a very beautiful Rachel wearing fitted jeans, a deep v-neck black t-shirt, and black sunglasses. This was not the Rachel she had known in high school, this was super hot adult Rachel. The brunette looked up and spotted Quinn staring, causing a blush to creep up to her cheeks.
"Hey there" she called to the blond. "Beth and Janna just went to get something to drink, they should be back in a second"
"Cool, I'm really glad we can all spend the day together, I've been looking forward to it all week."
"Me too" Rachel admitted "Beth an I both"
Quinn could only smile, and then she saw Beth coming towards them.
"Hi" Quinn signed and spoke.
Beth was delighted by the blond's signing and starting signing very fast. Quinn held up her hands with a goofy look on her face, causing Beth to stop and giggle.
"S-L-O-W" Quinn fingered spelled.
Rachel just looked on in joy and amusement. Finn hadn't even attempted to learn sign language when the were all living together.
Quinn looked over to Rachel. "I still may need some help, I'm not very good yet"
"You're doing very well"
The day had started off wonderfully. They saw all the animals, and with every one they saw Beth would point to the animal and show Quinn how to sign the name. Janna left shortly after arriving, leaving the three girls to roam around and have fun.
They had reached the monkeys, Beth's favorite, and the little girl was off looking into each cage, leaving Quinn and Rachel to chat.
"This is the most fun I've ever seen her have" Rachel said to Quinn who was standing next to her holding souvenirs from the day in one arm.
"This is the most fun I've ever had, ever" Quinn laughed and then felt Rachel's hand slip into her free one. To this Quinn smiled and squeezed the shorter girls hand, rubbing her thumb over the top of her hand.
Rachel bit her lip, not sure if she wanted to break the moment by speaking.
Beth spotted the two and quickly made her way to them signing "I have a question" which Rachel spoke out loud so Quinn could understand.
"What is it honey?" Rachel signed and spoke.
Then Quinn saw Beth sign, but didn't hear Rachel translate. She looked over to the brunette and saw that her cheeks were bright red.
"Beth!" Rachel signed sternly "You know not to ask questions like that"
"What did she ask?" Quinn asked
"She.. she asked if you were going to be my girlfriend" Rachel admitted her voice full of embarassment
Quinn laughed nervously "tell her that you're too beautiful for me"
"That is very kind of you to say, but I assure you, you are very beautiful"
At this Quinn smirked. Taking Beth's hand in hers, sending the little girl a wink that didn't go unnoticed by Rachel.
The day at the zoo was one of the best days Quinn could remember and it started a tradition of the three girls spending every monday together.
The next monday, Rachel had brought Beth to Quinn's new apartment. It was a large loft. Lots of open space. Rachel was impressed.
"Hey guys, I made lunch" Quinn said and signed. Her sign language was coming along and she was determined to become an expert.
"Mmmm it smells good in here, what did you make?" Rachel asked
"Have a seat, I tried something new"
Rachel and Beth took their seats at the kitchen table, and Quinn placed a plate in front of each.
Rachel's face sunk. "Quinn... this looks like tuna salad... "
"Yes it does, but its not. I know you're vegan, its made out of chickpeas" Quinn said full of pride. "try it!"
Rachel took a bite, not wanting to be rude. She was pleasantly surprised. "O wow that is delicious!"
"I'm glad you like it" Quinn glanced at a worried looking Beth and she signed "Don't worry kid, you got the real stuff" The ten year old looked relieved and started eating.
"You're apartment is beautiful, Quinn."
"Thank you, I'm still working on getting it furnished. I have the important stuff though so I should be okay"
"Maybe we could go shopping later on this week, I'd love to help you pick stuff out"
"That would be great" Quinn smiled "For today thought, I thought we could finish lunch and then I have something to show you and Beth"
The girls finished up lunch and Quinn went into her bedroom and returned with a bunch of photo albums.
"I've been talking to my mom and sister about Beth, and she suggested that I show her some pictures from when we were younger. She even sent me some of the albums from her house."
"That's a great idea!" Rachel said
Beth just nodded in approval. Quinn opened the first book, it was their Sophomore yearbook. Quinn flipped through the pages. "Here" she signed to Beth, showing her and Rachel what she was pointing at "This was me, the year I had you" she went on flipping the pages and came to Rachel's picture. Beth laughed and turned the next couple of pages herself until she came to the Glee club photo. "You two were friends?" she asked
The two women looked at each other, not sure of how to answer, but then Quinn spoke up "I wasn't very nice to Rachel, even when she tried to be my friend. I was wrong to act that way, and I'm very lucky that she wants to be my friend now"
Rachel swooned. Adult Quinn was so charming she could hardly stand it. She placed a hand on the blond's and mouthed a "Thank you" to her.
Beth was happy that Rachel and Quinn were getting along, she loved both of them, and she may have been ten, but she could tell that they liked each other... a lot.
They spent the day looking through Quinn's baby pictures, and school pictures. They laughed at the out of date hairstyles, and told stories about being in the glee club.
It was a good day for all of them.
Quinn was sad when they had to go, but eventually they did and she was left alone.
Quinn called her mother.
"Hello..."
"Hi Mom"
"Quinn, how did today go, did Beth like those pictures"
"She loved them, it was a great idea. Thank you"
"Quinn, I want to meet her." Judy insisted
"You would really like her"
"I'll book airline tickets, can I bring Jennifer?"
"Sure. When do you think you'll be here"
"I'll let you know when I make the reservations dear."
It was Monday again and Quinn was excited as always. They had planned to meet for breakfast at a diner around the corner from Rachel's apartment.
Quinn was sitting at a booth sipping her coffee and glancing over a menu, when she looked up and saw Rachel and Beth walking in. She excitedly waved them over to where she was, and got up to hug them both hello.
As all three sat down, the waitress came over and took their order. Rachel got a fruit salad, Quinn just wanted more coffee, and Beth got chocolate chip pancakes and a side of bacon.
"I have something for you" Quinn said and signed to Rachel, who looked surprised as the blond pulled out a wrapped box from under her seat. "Happy Birthday!"
"How did you... you didn't have to get me anything" Rachel said as she examined the box
"The little one told me it was today, and I wanted to get you something, you're my best friend"
Rachel looked touched "Can I open it now?"
Quinn thought it was the cutest question she had ever been asked. "YES! of course!"
Rachel opened the box, and was surprised to find a blue plaid skirt. The brunette chuckled "Thank you, it's lovely"
"I want you to wear it tonight, when I take you out to dinner" Quinn said and Rachel looked confused.
"CAN I COME?" Beth signed excitedly.
"Tonight, is just for Rachel and me, but Janna is going to come and play with you. You can even play with your gift"
"My gift?" Beth asked
Quinn reached down again and picked up another wrapped gift and handed it over to the bouncing girl. Beth didn't wait for permission, instead she ripped into the gift like it was a bomb she needed to defuse.
The little girl's eyes grew wide as she stared into the box, carefully taking it out and holding it up like she had just found the holy grail.
"Do you like it?" Quinn asked, trying to hold back her laughter.
Beth looked up at Quinn and nodded "You got me an iPad" Beth signed a little shocked.
"Bribing the child much?" Rachel joked.
"Yeah well, I really want tonight to be just us and I don't want her to feel left out soo..."
Both women laughed when the waitress came by with the food, and Beth put aside her new gift and dove into a stack of bacon.
That night had come quickly and Quinn was now picking up Rachel at her door.
The brunette was wearing the skirt Quinn had got her with a white tank and a yellow cardigan sweater of that
"You look great" Quinn said eyeing Rachel up and down
"That isn't what you said when we were in high school"
"Clearly I was blind" she laughed "Come on I have something planned"
With that the two women were out the door. and walking the streets of New York, chatting along the way until they stopped at their destination.
"An office building?" Rachel questioned.
"Sort of, I'll show you"
They walked into the lobby and rode the elevator until they reached their destination.
It was a large studio, and in the middle of the floor was a picnic, a piano, and a bottle of wine.
"Wow, Quinn, you did this for me?" Rachel said taking in the sight
"Yeah, this is my new photography studio, I've turned it into a date location for the night"
"Date?" Rachel questioned, a bit surprised by Quinn's forwardness
The blond's eyes nearly popped out of her head, she couldn't believe she had let that slip. "O well no. Yes... no... maybe... do you want it to be?"
Rachel laughed. "This seems like its going to be a very nice DATE" she said and linked arms with Quinn who could only smile ear to ear in response.
They ate the picnic Quinn had laid out, popped open the wine, and now they were sitting on the blanket laughing.
"Quinn this has been the best birthday date ever, how will I ever thank you"
"Sing for me" she requested quietly.
Rachel was taken aback, it had been a while since someone outside of a producer or casting director asking her to do that.
"What would you like to hear?"
"Anyting"
Rachel got up the piano, playing notes from memory, then she started to sing.
Twinkle, twinkle, little star...
Quinn laughed and flung a grape at her Rachel caught it, laughing as well.
"You know what I mean, sing me something else"
"Come help me" Rachel said and patted the seat on the piano bench next to her
The blond obliged and sat down, her legs now touching Rachel's and suddenly Quinn felt warmth run through her body.
Ignoring the urge to grab and kiss Rachel right then, she started playing the piano. It took a minute but Rachel finally realized what song it was and started to sing along with the music, her heart beating a little faster.
An enchanted moment
and it sees me through
its enough for this restless warrior
just to be with you
Can you feel the love tonight
it is where we are
its enough for this wide-eyed wanderer
that we got this far
Can you feel the love tonight...
Before she could finish the next line, Quinn had stopped playing and placed a hand on Rachel's cheek, looking into her eyes looking for a sign that it wasn't just her that felt the need to be closer.
Rachel place her hand gently on top of Quinn's hand, and that was all the blond needed, she leaned forward and pressed her lips to Rachel's. The kiss was slow but passionate. Neither girl realized how strong their feelings were until that kiss opened the flood gates. When they broke apart they rested their foreheads together and Rachel let out a small laugh
"I can't believe you used the Lion King to woo me"
"Elton John would be proud" Quinn joked back and kissed her again.
The time for talking about their feelings would come later, now was just a time to enjoy the rest of the night.
Next Monday came, and Judy and Jennifer had arrived the night before. Both were anxious to meet Beth after how happy she was making Quinn. Jennifer had a feeling that it was Rachel's doing as well, but she would keep quiet about that for now.
The front door opened, and in walked Rachel with Beth in tote. The brunette's hands full of shopping bags. Rachel had made sure to look her best to meet Quinn's family, she hadn't gotten the chance in high school, and now that she was raising their granddaughter and niece, she felt it was important to impress them.
Quinn hurried over to help Rachel with the bags and gave a quick hug and kiss to Beth, who was carrying around her iPad, playing angry birds.
Judy couldn't believe her eyes. Beth looked so much like Quinn when she was her age, her eyes quickly started to water.
Rachel took the little girl by the hand walked up to Judy and Jennifer. She gave them both hugs "Its so nice to meet you, I've heard so much about you" and then she signed to Beth as she spoke "Beth say hello"
The small girl waved hello. Quinn came up behind them, after putting away the shopping Rachel had brought. "Mom, Jennifer, this is Beth" she introduced both speaking and signing, as she often did without realizing.
Judy knelt down, "Hello angel, I'm Judy" Rachel stood behind the woman, translating in sign language for her so that Beth could understand.
"Are you my grandma?" Beth signed and Rachel spoke for her "Because I have two grandpas, but no grandmas"
They all laughed. Judy looked around to Quinn and Rachel for approval before answering, not really knowing her place here. "Yes, honey I'm grandma Judy" with that Beth flung her arms around the older woman.
Rachel went on speaking and signing to Beth "Beth, this is your Aunt Jennifer"
"Is that Mom's sister?" Beth signed, and Quinn nearly started crying. It was the first time Beth had called her mom.
Rachel mirrored Quinn's surprised look but answered "Yes, that is your mom's sister"
"Why don't we eat!" Quinn suggested excitedly, eager to break the tension before they were all crying tears of joy on her new carpet. "it looks like Rachel brought over some really great stuff"
The whole family sat down to lunch and talked quite a bit about Rachel and Beth and how Jennifer was offered a promotion here in the New York office of her firm. For the first time since she was sixteen, Quinn felt like she had a family again, a real family.
It was a Monday when Quinn and Rachel were dropping Beth of for her first day back at school. Summer was over, and it was time to start another school year. They had shared fantastic months together, but now Quinn knew things were going to change. Her Monday's together were going to end and she would see Rachel and Beth less and less.
It had been a more than a month since Rachel and Quinn's first date, and they had grown closer and closer since. Quinn was pleased to say that Rachel was her very serious girlfriend.
"Whats wrong?" Rachel asked Quinn as they stood arm in arm as Beth ran inside of the school.
"I just don't want the summer to end" she said softly "I'm going to miss our Mondays"
"me too" Rachel said smiling a bit.
"Well what if we move them to Saturdays!" Quinn suggested.
"I have to perform Saturdays" Rachel reminded her "The show I'm in is only dark on Mondays"
"Hmm..." Quinn thought out loud.
"There was actually something I was wanting to give you" Rachel said reaching into her pocket and pulling out a silver key. "Its to the apartment"
"I already have a key to your apartment" Quinn said a little confused.
"I know but I couldn't think of a more creative way of asking you to move in with us" Rachel said smiling
Quinn pulled Rachel into her, and kissed her deeply. "Really?"
"Yes, really" Rachel answered laughed and Quinn kissed her again
"We're going to be a great family" Quinn said to Rachel who gave her a funny look.
"We already are" she corrected.
I could do more with this story... let me know what you think...