Here is the second chapter. I hope you all enjoy it! Thanks!
Disclaimer: I do not own the song "Stuck on You" by Stacey Orricio
Stuck on You
Rachel closed the door behind her as she walked inside her house. The events of that night whirled through her mind as if she had set it on repeat. Rachel tip toed up the stairs into her bedroom. Making sure not to wake her dads, who would immediately know something was up, she quietly turned the handle to her bedroom and mindlessly got ready for bed.
Rachel went through the motions of putting on her pink satin pajamas, brushing her teeth, and washing her face, but that's when she saw it. Hanging from her neck was the small golden star that Finn had given her earlier that day. She stared at it through the mirror and remembered the true meaning behind the gift. It was a reminder of Rachel's star potential. It didn't symbolize the love a boyfriend and girlfriend shared. It was a gift from a friend. Reality set in. Finn was just her friend and she had to focus on her career. Rachel convinced herself that what happened that night was a fluke and that she was looking too deep into the matter. The one sure thing was that she needed to focus on her career.
The necklace still hung from her neck as Rachel finished her bedtime routine. She slept with it on and in morning, right before she had her morning protein shake, made the decision that that this was the last time she would ever wear the little gold pendant.
The necklace sat on her dresser in the box that was now its permanent home. Rachel made an attempt at her homework, but it was as if the necklace had eyes and was constantly staring at her. She couldn't concentrate. "I need to get rid of that necklace" she thought to herself.
Rachel passed her "Wicked" poster plastered on the wall and exited her bedroom. She pulled on her white peat coat and hopped in her car. Finally, she found herself in front of Finn and Kurt's house. Rachel rang the doorbell nervously. She could hear the sound echo throughout the entire house and the sound of footsteps racing towards the door. She swallowed hard as the door knob turned wondering who would be behind it. To her surprise Kurt's bright eyes and smile were looking back at her.
"Rachel?" he inquired. "What are you doing here?"
"I, I need to talk to Finn." She stammered.
"He's sleeping Rachel. Remember he has mono."
"This really can't wait, Kurt" said confessed already halfway inside the door.
Rachel nearly knocked Kurt over as she navigated her way to Finn's bedroom which had once been so familiar to her. Finn was sound asleep curled up on his bed. He was snoring softly. Rachel slowly walked over to his bedside hoping not to wake him. She examined him for a second and then reached into her pocket. She took out the necklace and laid it in the palm of his hand lightly. Her touch caused Finn to stir and before she could reach the door he woke.
"Rachel?" he questioned groggily.
She turned around to face him.
Before he could say anything else she answered "Listen Finn, what you said last night was beautiful, but I think to focus on my career. If I want a Grammy winning album by the time I'm twenty I am going to need to really start focusing."
"Oh? Okay." he managed to say still not really awake yet.
"I'm really sorry Finn!" she said trying to hide her tears that were starting to form.
Fin finally realized he had the necklace in his hand. He looked down at it for a moment and said "But the necklace it's yours. I don't want it back. I want you to always know I believe in you no matter what."
"It hurts too much to wear."
"Oh really now." He said slyly. "So if it hurts to wear then that means you still care. I knew it!"
"I just don't know what I feel! " she exclaimed, "I can't find the words."
"Well if you can't put it into words then sing to me how you feel." Finn said calmly with a clever smile.
Rachel couldn't pass up an opportunity to sing. Plus she couldn't say no that smile either. The song instantly popped into her head and she began.
I… can't get out of bed today
Or get you off my mind
I just can't seem to find a way
To leave the love behind
I ain't tripping
I'm just missing you
You know what I'm saying
You know what I mean
You've kept me hanging from a string
While you make me cry
I've tried to give you everything
But you just give me lies
I ain't tripping
I'm just missing you
You know what I'm saying
You know what I mean
Every now and then when I'm all alone
I'd be wishing that you would call me on the telephone
Say you want me back but you never do
I feel like such a fool
There's nothing I can do
I'm such a fool for you
I can't take it
What am I waiting for?
I'm still breaking
I miss you even more
And I can't fake it
The way I could before
I hate you but I love you
I can't stop thinking of you
It's true, I'm stuck on you
The song ended and Rachel lightly planted a kiss on Finn's cheek. After realizing what she had just done and how it went against her "I want to focus on my career" attitude she stormed out the door. He had done it again without even realizing it. He had this hold on her that she couldn't describe. One look and Rachel was hooked- again. Who was she trying to fool? She loved him, but she didn't what to let him back that easy. After all he did kiss Quinn.
Meanwhile, Finn stood in his bedroom bewildered. Her singing voice had that effect on him. He hated having to let her go, but he loved watching her leave. The way she moved as she stormed out the door made him want her more. The fire in her eyes when they were bickering only turned him on more. Finn wanted her and would stop at nothing to get her back.