Without You

by corleaforever

After Finn and Rachel go their separate ways after graduation-Rachel in New York, Finn enlisted in the Army, the two struggle with separation anxiety. Rachel learns of a secret pain that Finn carries with him while at the same time, Rachel discovers a blessed event that is going to throw both of their lives for a loop. RIP Cory. We love and miss you :(. Post-3x22.

1. Preface

Disclaimer: I do not own Glee. It belongs to Ryan Murphy, Brad Falchuk and Ian Brennan.

This is going to pay homage to a wonderful man whose life was cut drastically short-Cory Monteith. Glee will not be the same without you, that's for sure. Someday, Cory and I will meet in heaven and we'll become dancing fools in the clouds . Until then, I'll remember Cory's talent and of course his undying love for Lea.

Enjoy!

Preface:

This is going to be the most difficult piece of Finchel writing that I have ever done. I still cannot grasp my head around this terrible tragedy. Cory was such a great individual and he was loved by all; he especially loved his girlfriend and rumored fiancée Lea Michele. He was such a humble young man who was a great role model. This is going to be the most difficult piece of writing for me as my aspirations for Finchel are no longer desirable. I can't imagine what it's like losing a person that you loved as much as these two loved each other. I will do my best to make this piece as wonderful as I can despite the pain that comes with his death. Please be advised that it may take some time for me to get back into the swing of things.

When I first heard of his passing, I contemplated giving up watching Glee and listening to their music, but my best friend, Candice and I decided that this is a way to mourn his loss—by remembering his talent. Cory wouldn't want us to be sad. Instead, he wants us to go on living our lives by not getting into trouble and by staying in school. I read somewhere on Facebook that Cory didn't die, but instead, he took the midnight train going anywhere. I like that term. It makes it seem less traumatic. I'm trying not to think about his passing as it will only make me even sadder, but I know that when the time comes to kill Finn off the show, I will cry my eyes out. I wish that Candice and I could watch the episode together and just hold each other and cry. I know that he was someone that I never met, but it still broke my heart and I'll still miss him. Cory was immensely talented and incredibly handsome. He cared for so many people. In fact, I saw online that Cory was always punctual to work, always had his lines memorized and was welcoming to everyone who came to work there. I know that Cory is an angel in heaven with God and he's looking down at us making sure that we make the right choices in life. And whenever I hear thunder in the sky, I'll know that it is Cory playing the drums.

Cory Allan Michael Monteith

May 11, 1982-July 13, 2013. Rest in Peace.