Chapter 2

Naruto's POV

Life has been pretty good since I met Miss Blondie. Miss Blondie's actual name is Lucy Quinn Fabray. We've become fast friends after that day. When her parents found out that I don't have anywhere to go, they offered to let me stay with them. Not wanting to be a free loader, I offered to do all the chores. Even though I offered to the chores, they just gave me a few. Cooking for Quinn and myself was one of it. They wouldn't let me cook for them, something about child labor… And something about not worrying about Quinn getting a husband since she can't cook…

I'm attending McKinley high along with our childhood friends, Santana Lopez and Brittany Pierce. Santana's a black haired and brown eyed Latina girl who's a bit mean on the outside but a total sweetheart on the inside. Brittany though, reminds me a lot of the old me. She's also blond-haired and blue-eyed so it helps with the younger me image. She may be a bit of an airhead but she always has your back when you need it. I've become something like a protective older brother to all of them even though we're all the same age. Quinn became the epitome of a high school teenager. She's popular and smart. Though I'm not sure about dating smart since she's dating the quarterback, Finn Hudson. Nothing against Finn personally but he's a bit slow sometimes… I guess I'll just have to respect her decision about dating him.

Ofcourse, I prioritized my studies too. An Honor student thanks to Quinn's tutoring and the star of the track team. MVP since I joined. The Bolts, AKA the track team, and the Cheerios, AKA the cheerleading squad, were the pride and joy of our school. Made it to regionals and competing at nationals. The girls were no pushovers either. Brittany, Santana and Quinn are the star of the Cheerios and the most popular girls in school.

Will's POV

I arrived at school like usual and saw Kurt along with the football team. Looks like Kurt's making new friends. After reminding Finn about the report, I admired the trophy case or more specifically, the glee club's trophy. How I miss those good ole days…

"First place right? Been a while since our new glee club made it past the preliminaries… Or gotten into the preliminaries"

I turned around and saw one of my students, Naruto Uzumaki, behind me. "Yeah, makes you think about the good ole days..."

"No sense of living in the past Mr. Shue. With the way our glee club is now, it's a wonder it still has any members…"

He just flashed me his grin before walking away, "Though I might join if you're forming one, ."

Naruto Uzumaki, star of the track team, most popular guy in school and an honor student to boot, would consider joining the glee club if I formed it? I just wish his classmates would think the same way…

After our encounter, I went back to the real world. I quickly made my way towards my first class for the day. I started teaching some Spanish words to my class but my mind was elsewhere.

During lunch, after Sue Sylvester finished bragging about how her Cheerios and Bolts appeared at fox sports and another interview, I heard the most amazing news, no offense to Sandy. He got fired! I could finally take over the glee club! After convincing the principal and thinking of a new name, I posted the signups for the audition. I would be happy if at least one student auditioned.

Rachel's POV

You might laugh because every time I sign my name, I put a gold star after it. But it's a metaphor and metaphors are important. My gold stars are a metaphor for me being a star.

And just so we're clear, I want clear up that hateful rumor that I was the one who turned in that closet case, Sandy Ryerson, in because he gave Hank Saunders the solo I deserved. That's cockpoole.

"He was touching Hank, caressing him. It was so wrong!"

I am not homophobic. In fact, I have two gay dads. It's a long story. But anyway, my dads spoiled me in the arts. I was given dance lessons, vocal lessons, anything to give me a competitive edge.

You might think that all the boys in school would totally want to tap this, but my MySpace schedule keeps me way too busy to date. I try to post a MySpace video every day, just to keep my talent alive and growing. After I finished my amazing audition, I looked a Mr. Schuester expectantly.

"Very nice, Rachel" praised Mr. Shue.

Ofcourse, what else can you expect from Rachel Berry, future Broadway superstar? "When do we start rehearsals?" I inquired

"We suck" I commented after we finished our very first song.

"Uh, It…It'll get there. We…We just need to keep rehearsing." replied.

"Mr. Schuester, do you have any idea how ridiculous it is to give the lead solo in 'Sit Down You're Rocking the Boat' to a boy in a wheelchair?"

"I think is using irony to enhance the performance." The kid in the wheelchair said.

"There is nothing ironic about show choir!" I said vehemently. How could they even think that?!

I could hear calling out to me while I storm off but I just ignored him. I proceeded to the bleachers where I sat down to think. While I was having an inner monologue, I feel sit down next to me.

"You changed out of your costume…"

"I'm tired of being laughed at."

"You're the best kid in there, Rachel. That comes with a price."

"Look, I know I'm just a sophomore, but I can feel the clock ticking away… And I don't want to leave high school with nothing to show for it!"

"You get great grades, you're a fantastic singer-"

"Everybody hates me" I interrupted.

"And you think glee club will help with that?" he said incredulously

"Being great at something is going to change it, being a part of something special makes you special, right?" I argued back. "I need a male lead who can keep up with me vocally." And maybe be a bit good looking. Seriously, is that too much to ask for?

"Maybe I can coach Artie a little?"

"Look Mr. Shue, I really appreciate what you're trying to do. But if you can't give me what I need, then I'm sorry. I'm not going to make a fool out of myself. I can't keep wasting my time with glee. It hurts too much."

Our conversation was luckily interrupted when was called by Principal Figgins.

I just left the bleachers and made my way to my locker when I bumped into someone on the way there.

"Woah! You alright?" a voice said while extending a hand to help me up. Someone's offering to help me? Don't they know that it'll send them to the bottom of the social pyramid? Whatever, it's their problem.

"Sorry about bumping into…" I trailed off when I saw who I bumped into.

"Naruto Uzumaki…" I hear myself whisper.

"Yeah that's me! You're Rachel right? I heard you're a member of the new glee club, how was it?" he asked me.

I don't believe it! He knows my name! Now I understand why he didn't worry about his social status. He could proclaim he was gay and the school wouldn't even bat an eye. I realized I haven't answered yet so I said, "Yeah, we're actually pretty good!" Total lie, but he doesn't need to know that.

"Cool! Do you think Mr. Shue will let me join? I know I missed auditions but that was because of track practice!"

"I'm sure he will!" Squeal! He'll join?! Finally! A decent male lead! Better yet, a good looking male lead!

"Awesome! Anyway, don't tell anyone yet. I'm thinking of auditioning next week so, it's a surprise! Later!"

I didn't say or do anything other than give a dreamy sigh. Popular kids are usually good looking, athletic, a total snob and the meanest person there is. He was nothing like that. Wait! I didn't mean it like that! He was good looking, probably the best looking guy at school, and the star of the track team which makes him very athletic but he's also smart and very kind. He never participated in bullying and usually puts a stop to it if the jocks are doing it when he's around. More importantly, he has an AMAZING voice. Now I know what you're thinking and I so do not have a crush on him. I just like to admire people who shines- Okay, that excuse comes out weird even in my head. It was nothing more than a fleeting admiration and I'll get over it as soon as I get out of Lima and perform at Broadway!

Finn Hudson, the star quarterback and the newest member of New Directions, and I were standing in line for food at Carmen High, where Vocal Adrenaline go. I know I was thinking of a different good looking athlete a few days ago but I remembered something. A particular something called the Unholy Trinity. Brittany Pierce, Santana Lopez and Quinn Fabray are the meanest and most popular girls in school. More importantly, their Naruto's best friends. There's a reason why Naruto doesn't have a girlfriend. And I'm pretty sure it has something to do with his little 'friends'. Though there's a rumor going around that he's with Quinn Fabray. Someone saw them going to the same house and Quinn's parents treating Naruto like a son-in-law. Though there are also rumors of Naruto dating Santana Lopez. People say they heard Naruto call Santana, 'dear' and 'sweetheart'. Then there are rumors about him dating Brittany Pierce. Too many hugs and kisses to called just friends. So basically he's dating the whole Unholy Trinity, at least according to the rumors.

Anyway, New Directions went on a little trip to watch last year's regional champions, Vocal Adrenaline. I could tell Finn likes me so I flirted with him to make him admit it. He's not as good as Naruto but he's a decent catch.

"You're very talented"

"Really?"

"Yeah, I would know. I'm very talented too. I think the rest of the team expects us to become an item. You, the hot male lead, and me, the stunning young woman everyone roots for."

"Well, I, uh, have a girlfriend."

Okay… I wasn't expecting that. "Really? Who?"

"Quinn Fabray"

"Cheerleader Quinn Fabray? The president of the celibacy club? Naruto's best friend? Aren't they, you know, together?"

"Naruto? Their just friends. Best friends really. Quinn and I are almost four months now. She's cool."

Quinn Fabray. The HBIC of the Cheerios. She's one of the most popular girls in school but I swear she's out to get me. I mean she's with Finn but won't let another girl outside the Unholy Trinity anywhere near Naruto.

Quinn's POV

"-position will be permanent"

That's all I heard when I approached Finn and Berry. "Hi Finn! - RuPaul. What are you doing talking to her?" Doesn't he know it's not good for his popularity to be seen with Manhands?

"Science project. We're partners." Berry replied.

"Come on Q! We'll be late for class!" someone greeted me. "Hey Finn, Rachel. Mind if I cut your conversation short?"

"Hi Naruto! Didn't think I'll run into you so soon!" Berry said to him.

"Yeah! Anyway, remember our chat earlier!" He replied with a wink. I just looked at them with an incredulous expression. Seriously?! Naruto and Berry? Is there something I'm missing?

Before Naruto could drag me away, "Chris Crusaders tonight at 5, my house" I tell Finn.

"See you next week Naruto!" I hear Berry say.

"How do you know her name? You're terrible at remembering names" I ask Naruto. "I talked to her briefly during lunch and-"I didn't let him finish his sentence when I interjected, "You talked to her?! Naruto! You know she's a freak!"

"You seem to forget too, Q. I was once a freak too…" I didn't say anything after that but was inwardly seething. One brief chat and he's already taking her side!

When I first met him, he kept calling me 'Fabray-san" and kept calling Brittany 'Pierce-san' and Santana, 'Lopez-san". He's horrible at remembering names! He also kept taking my side whenever there was an argument. Though I didn't mind it, the other two wanted to let him make his own choices. After insisting for a few months to speak his mind and join whoever's side, he finally agreed to do it.

"Rachel Berry… I'll make sure you have a 'hell' of a year…." I wasn't the HBIC because of my kindness, that's Brittany's job, and I'll show her what happens when she tries to mess up the status quo!