Chapter 2
Puck arrived at the hotel where they were all staying; everyone agreed to check in before meeting at Rachel, Kurt and Mercedes's. Checking in at the hotel, Puck realised just how much Rachel's dads had spent, the hotel was massive and his room was magnificent, it looked like a presidential suit. He decided to take a shower before going anywhere as after being in a car on a hot day for a couple of hours don't leave you smelling like roses.
Everyone arrived at the apartment at the same time, laughing and hugging was the only thing going on. They all bundled in to the living room, and began to chat about what they had all been up to since their last meeting. Quinn and Finn had finally decided on a date for their wedding, and used this as an opportunity to give out the invites; this caused a squeal from all the girls, and high fives from the guys. Puck sat there the whole time wandering where Rachel was, he was thankful that Kurt answered his question without him actually having to ask one.
Kurt: Okay we have had a lovely chat, and a congratulations is again in order for Finn and Quinn
Everyone apart from Finn and Quinn: Congratulations guys!
Kurt: Now that's done, you are all probably wandering where our little diva is? (Everyone nodded to Kurt's question) Well she has been practicing very hard, and had to spend today rehearsing, so she is at the theatre, but she will meet us at the restaurant, however she did say if anyone couldn't wait till then they can go to the theatre and meet her there. But I for one can wait. (This caused the room to fill up with laughter)
Santana: I think I speak for everyone that even though we love Rachel and can't wait to see her, we can wait till dinner.
Loads of people began to nod apart from Puck, he decided he needed to get Rachel alone and thought that this would be a good opportunity; he just had to come up with a plan on how to get away without anyone realising.
Puck: eugh, I know I have only just got here but I have to run down to the recording studio quickly and fill out some forms, I was meant to do it yesterday but I forgot, so I will meet you all at the restaurant in a couple of hours, sorry guys.
Quinn: Couldn't it wait? We all have a lot to catch up on
Finn: Darling, just let him go, you know how much he cares about he is contract
Quinn: Fine, Bye
Everyone chimed in with Quinn at this point, after saying bye, Puck practically ran out of the door, he didn't know what he was going to say but he had to speak to Rachel without anyone interrupting.
Rachel's POV
Walking into my dressing room, I began to feel sick. I know I am going to be perfect but this is my first performance, and I can't mess up especially with Noah being in the audience. I carefully closed my door and began to undress from my costume; I had just walked out of the shower with only a towel on, when I heard a knock at the door. I sighed and opened the door expecting the director, but seeing Noah left me so shocked that I ended up dropping my towel, leaving me standing naked in front of Noah! I didn't realise what I had did until I came out of shock, I quickly grabbed the towel, covered myself up and tried act cool.
Noah: Hey Rach, looking nice (He said whilst checking my body out with a big smirk)
Me: Hi, erm what are you doing here?
Noah: I came to speak to you, I couldn't wait till the meal, and I think I made the right decision to come now
He began to walk like a predator stalking its prey, somehow the door ended up locked and I was backed up against the wall, with his body pushed against me, I couldn't help but lick my lips, I could feel myself growing wet by just the closeness.
Me: oh, ok. Let me get dressed then we can talk
Noah: get dressed then, don't mind me, I have seen it all before
Me: Noah! I did not drop my towel on purpose and I would appreciate it if you will not tell anyone about it, and just forget it happened
Noah: Babe I wasn't talking about that. I was talking about when we were dating
Instantly Puck regretted mentioning them dating, as he noticed tears begin to form in Rachel's eyes. He reached towards her and pulled her into a big hug, he began to stroke her hair, trying to calm her down.
Noah: Rach, I'm sorry, I shouldn't have mentioned that, but I need to tell you something, I am proud of you, getting the main role in Beauty and the Beast, I knew you could do it. Also I know this isn't the right time, but I don't think it will ever be so here goes….. I have always loved you, and always will
Puck bent down and gently pressed a kiss on Rachel's forehead, he waited for her to push him away, and again Rachel Berry was able to surprise him
Rachel: i- i- I'm nervous Noah, I'm scared. What if I mess up? This is my only chance, I can't fail at it
Rachel began to sob into Puck's chest, Puck didn't care that she was making a wet patch; he just wanted to comfort her. He pulled her towards the sofa in the corner, and placed her onto his lap. He began kissing her forehead and making a trail of kisses down her cheek and her neck, then towards her lips. He lightly kissed her and she responded, but he pulled away so he could speak
Noah: Rach, Look at me. You will not fail, you are a star and you will shine when you perform. You belong on that stage and never doubt your ability, we are all going to be in the audience cheering you on, whilst you are up there, if you get nervous just look over at me or anyone and you will see how much you are admired, there will be a smile on everyone's face and that will be because of you. You can do it, I know you can. And I promise that you will get the biggest applause.
Rachel stopped crying, and looked up to Puck with a smile on her face, she moved her hands towards him, and cupped his cheeks, pulling his head towards her, their lips met and she could see fireworks, the kiss began to heat up quickly, but to Puck's disappointment she pulled away.
Rachel: Thank You Noah. You hurt me when you left but you have always been my inspiration and you would always make me feel better just by thinking about you. I still love you too, but I, we can't do this. I need to think about my career.
Noah: Rach, I'm not going to give up on us... We should get going, Kurt will begin getting suspicious, and I told them I was going to the studio to fill some forms.
Rachel: Your right, I think you should leave now, and I will get changed then leave, since we shouldn't be seen turning up together.
Puck leant towards Rachel and gave her a quick kiss before leaving the theatre. He headed towards the restaurant with a big smile on his face. He began to make a plan on how to get Rachel back. After Puck had left Rachel, she began to pace the room. She was shocked with how he reacted, he wants her back, and he still loves her. Rachel knew she still loved him and wanted to be with him but she was scared, scared that he would break her heart again. Could she give him a second chance?
