AN: How much do the glee writers suck?! Argh don't even get me started. I was a very angry/sad panda. The whole "energy exchange" thing was just ridiculous. HeMo did an awesome job though, it was the saddest thing seeing her cry :(
Anyways have some happy stuff. I'm going to leave you some questions at the end, if you would take some time to answer them, I will love you forever!
Also shout out to my one reviewer! Virtual coffee and hugs for you!
Thought I should mention that this takes place on a Saturday and in the previous chapter Santana arrived on the Friday.
"Don't leave me" Brittany whines, grabbing at Santana's hand to pull her back into bed.
"Babe as much as I would love to stay in bed all day and make sweet lady love with you, I have to see Mami…. But why don't you come with me?" Santana asks as she places soft kisses down Brittany's jaw and across her collarbone.
Brittany cannot help but let out a quiet moan "Mmm but I have to learn lines for English. Romeo and Juliet"
"The fall of the young lovers…. Bring it. I'll help"
"As long as you promise not to distract me with kisses"
"Can't," Brittany rolls her eyes and slaps Santana's ass as she gets up, "But what I will promise is that you'll get it down"
"You are lucky that I love you" Brittany exclaims as she watches Santana picking out some clothes from her bag.
Santana turns around, smiling sweetly "I am the luckiest"
Santana quietly sneaks into her house with Brittany at her side who is bouncing lightly on her feet, excited to see her girlfriend's parents. A tall man with short dark hair and rough stubble on his face stands up almost immediately at the sight of them, his mouth turning upward into a grin.
"Brittany!" Alvaro Lopez greets excitedly in a deep voice as he gives Brittany a bear hug before turning to Santana "Mija" he says with tenderness as he envelops her into his arms.
Santana tries to fight a grin, faking jealousy and mumbling "Britt is always going to be the favourite"
She glances at Brittany who is giggling. Santana couldn't blame her parents, Brittany is the best damn thing and you cannot help but love her.
"Is that Santana" Maribel Lopez asks as she rounds the corner from the kitchen and before she can get an answer, she squeals slightly "Brittany! Darling it is so good to see you again"
"You too Maribel" Brittany replies as she gets squeezed by the enthusiastic older Lopez woman.
Prompting another eye roll from Santana "Is it so hard to get some love around here?"
Maribel looks Santana up and down before sternly saying "Santana, baby girl, have you been eating properly at that college"
"Hey Mami, good to see you too" she says as she hugs her mother tightly "And yes I have been eating properly, you know what it's like in college" she addresses her mother's question in a slightly sarcastic tone.
Her mother sighs, tightening her arms even more around the young Lopez woman "I've missed my baby"
Santana instinctively takes Brittany's hand as she looks around the room, taking in the detail of roses on the kitchen bench and pans on the stove.
"Mami, did Papi take you on date last night? Because he only cooks you something special for breakfast after a date or an anniversary and the roses, well wanky" Santana spoke faster than usual and wrinkled her nose in realisation.
Maribel laughed at her daughters face "Yes we did, your Papi has been very busy with work and he wanted to surprise me"
"Aww, I think it's amazing that you still find time for romance" Brittany coos as she squeezes Santana's hand.
"It's not hard when you have a love so strong. Before you know it, you will be married with beautiful children. The matter of balance will come easier even if you have a lot on your hands" Alvaro states as he walks back into the room, newspaper in hand. Santana's stomach fluttered as her father's words echoed around her head.
Before Santana can register what is happening, Brittany is pulling her to sit at the dining table.
"Have you girls had lunch," Maribel asks as both girls shake their heads "Peanut butter and jelly?"
"PEANUT BUTTER AND JELLY" Santana and Brittany both yell with a loud resounding high five.
The four of them sat around the table chewing quietly until Alvaro spoke "Brittany, how have you been?"
Brittany thought about it for a second before it all came pouring out her mouth "Not the greatest. It's been hard. I miss Santana everyday. So much so it feels like my heart wants to burst out my chest and fly back to her. Glee hasn't felt quite right, sitting in the choir room without the smiles and touches. While Santana was busy, I threw myself into my classes, figuring that maybe it would make time go faster and I'd be that much closer to being with her again"
Santana feels that pang in her chest again as she grabs Brittany's hand, sweeping her thumb over it, a gesture full of apologies, understanding and love.
Maribel wipes at her eyes and Alvaro is watching them, a small smile appearing on his face as he launches into speech himself "I know Brittany. Maribel and I didn't have the distance issue but while we were both studying, we hardly saw each other. It is hard but when I look at you two, I see nothing but pure love. A love so strong that I know you are going to make it. Just enjoy the time you have together. You've got a million memories to make and this bump on your journey together, will make it that much sweeter when you are brought back together again"
"Sanny what are you doing?" Brittany asks as she watches Santana going through her closet.
"If I have to be the man, I want to look the part" she mumbles in reply, digging until she found Brittany's white jacket from their senior prom. Shrugging it on and leaving a few buttons open exposing her chest.
Brittany giggles "If there is one thing you don't have, it's a manly chest"
"B, serious right now" Santana says as Brittany hops off the bed.
"Okay, okay but just know that I happen to really love your chest," she says before giving Santana a quick peck and moving around her "I forgot, I left these here but I like the idea of having my stuff in your closet and you are super cute wearing my clothes"
Santana is still grinning when Brittany puts the little white top hat upon her head.
After a few fail and clean runs through Brittany's section of lines, they had it down by heart.
Lady, by yonder blessed moon I swear
That tips with silver all these fruit-tree tops-
Santana pointed dramatically in an upward direction whilst Brittany tried to focus and not giggle at her girlfriend's attempt at a deep voice.
O, swear not by the moon, the inconstant moon,
That monthly changes in her circled orb,
Lest that thy love prove likewise variable.
Brittany replies eloquently.
What shall I swear by?
Santana asks shaking her head thoughtfully, her hand flailing around as she moves closer to Brittany.
Do not swear at all;
Or, if thou wilt, swear by thy gracious self,
Which is the god of my idolatry,
And I'll believe thee.
Brittany says softly, their face just inches away from each other.
If my heart's dear love—
Santana leans in as Brittany pulls back.
Well, do not swear: although I joy in thee,
I have no joy of this contract to-night:
It is too rash, too unadvised, too sudden;
Too like the lightning, which doth cease to be
Ere one can say 'It lightens.' Sweet, good night!
This bud of love, by summer's ripening breath,
May prove a beauteous flower when next we meet.
Good night, good night! As sweet repose and rest
Come to thy heart as that within my breast!
Santana follows Brittany much like a game of cat and mouse before Brittany puts the distance between them.
O, wilt thou leave me so unsatisfied?
Santana's voice is desperate and quick as she watches Brittany turn away.
What satisfaction canst thou have to-night?
Brittany throws back in response as she looks over her shoulder.
The exchange of thy love's faithful vow for mine.
Santana manages to get out as Brittany's smile widens.
I gave thee mine before thou didst request it:
And yet I would it were to give again.
Although not scripted, she runs toward Santana knocking her into the wall. Brittany cannot help but press her lips against her girlfriends. The kiss soon turning heated as their tongues battle for dominance. Santana's hand slips under Brittany's shirt, pulling out of the kiss for some much needed oxygen before being brought back into another one. Santana moves her hand up to cup Brittany's breast. Brittany moans into the kiss just as Maribel walks in. Santana's hand shoots out from its position upon hearing the door.
"Mami" Santana manages to breath out, a flush creeping up her neck.
"Nothing I haven't seen before girls" Santana chances a glance at Brittany now standing beside her, seeing she too has bright pink cheeks "I just thought you could use some drinks and by the looks of it, I'm not wrong" Maribel laughs completely non phased as she sets the glasses down and walks out the room.
"Cock blocker" Santana groans in frustration.
"I HEARD THAT" Maribel yells down the hall.
"Thank you for helping me S" Brittany whispers as she nuzzles closer into Santana's chest. For the rest of the afternoon before dinner they decided to watch a movie with Santana's parents. Which ended up with Brittany pouting until she got to put a Disney film on.
Santana shrugs and whispers back "It had its perks" Brittany lightly smacks her on the thigh "You're welcome B, I love you and I am more than willing to help you"
They gazed at each other for most of the film, Santana occasionally placing kisses against Brittany's head while Brittany played with their hands. They were only brought out of their world when Alvaro asked if they were joining them for dinner.
"No thank you, we have plans but we will come back and spend the night, if that's alright?" Brittany said before Santana could respond. Maribel and Alvaro both nod their heads as Santana looks at Brittany with a raised eyebrow.
"Britt-" Brittany cuts her off with a searing kiss before pulling back with a smirk.
"Brittany S. Pierce what are you up to?" she says sceptically as she looks into twinkling blue eyes.
"We are going to dinner….."
"And" Santana prompted
"And it's with the glee gang and there might be some karaoke"
Santana wraps her arms around Brittany's neck "I suppose it would be good to see the old gang again so long as I don't have to sit there all night listening to their pathetic attempts at trying to seduce each other"
"If you are on your best behaviour, I'll do anything you want to later tonight" Brittany whispered into her girlfriend's ear, her voice an octave lower. Santana's words were stuck in her throat but her grin had Brittany laughing.
"You look absolutely beautiful B" Brittany wore a simple yet elegant low cut blue dress that accentuated her eyes and showed off her long legs.
"As do you, my lady" she reached for Santana's hand twirling her around as they both giggled. Santana also opted for a low cut dress, black and fitting to her curves. They walked to Breadstix hand in hand, sharing stories of the past month. Entering the restaurant they found that they were the last to arrive, everyone smiling when they see the couple holding hands.
Sam stands and Santana immediately lets go of Brittany's hand to hug him "Thank you for taking care of my girl" she whispers in his ear
"You're welcome Santana," slightly taken back from the thank you the Santana Lopez had given him, two words that hardly leave her mouth for anyone but Brittany "I'm glad I got her to smile" at this Santana ruffles his hair.
She greets Tina, Artie, Sugar and Blaine with quick hellos. After a moment's hesitation and glancing at a widely smiling Brittany, she hugs them too. They order dinner and exchange pleasantries of how everyone is doing.
"You're both looking very happy" Tina remarks, a smile on her face.
"We are. Very happy" Brittany replies quickly.
"So Santana will we be seeing you more often around here" Blaine asks.
Santana glances at her girlfriend whose smile faltered a bit at Blaine's question and she squeezes Brittany's hand taking a moment to think as they haven't had this conversation yet. Santana takes a slightly shaky breath "I hope so. I mean, there will be times when I am busy but I'm gonna try my hardest to come back more"
"And I'm going to visit you when I can, if you'll have me" Santana's eyes crinkle at Brittany's words. She doesn't say anything she just cups Brittany's face and pulls her in for a sweet kiss.
"Oh my god you two are so freaking adorable!" Sugar squeals bouncing in her seat. Santana rolls her eyes and is about to make a snarky remark when she feels Brittany nudge her in the ribs.
By the time they had eaten their food and laughed at Sam doing several impersonations of various lines from films, the karaoke stage was set up. Brittany placed a kiss on Santana's cheek and was standing quicker than you could say unicorn. She grabbed Sam's hands dragging him up and toward the stage. Santana's eyebrows rose slightly but she figured it was just a thank you to Sam. When the strum of the guitar came in and Brittany started singing, Santana's mind started to click.
I wish I, was strong enough,
To lift, not one, but both of us,
Someday I will be strong enough,
To lift, not one, but both of us
This was Brittany's way of saying sorry. Brittany's acknowledgement that they both have to put in the effort to make their relationship last. Brittany's promise that they would get through this. Brittany's promise of love. Brittany's way of saying, you are my past, present and most importantly future. She could barely hear Sam rapping, having locked eyes with Brittany but she knew Sam was also promising that he would be there for the both of them. Santana only moved when Brittany was closing out the song, pulling her off the stage and into the hug whispering several I love yous into her ear.
Whilst the glee club sung their hearts out, Santana found she was surprisingly content. These people were like her second family and although it was not the same without the others, she had a good time. Santana also entertained herself by playing footsies with Brittany and seeing how far she could move her hand up Brittany's thigh before she stopped her. Deciding she would sing, she placed a chaste kiss on Brittany's lips and made her way to the stage.
"Hi um, I'll be singing a stripped version of Mine and this is dedicated the most beautiful woman I know, Brittany"
Brittany was already in tears by the end of the second chorus. Sam put his arm around her shoulder as if knowing she would need someone to lean into as the next words left Santana's mouth.
And I remember that fight, 2.30am
When everything was slipping right out of our hands
I ran out crying and you followed me out into the street
Brittany remembered everything about that day clearly.
It was in the dark of the Lopez lounge, late at night when Santana finally cracked. "Why didn't you tell me Brittany!" Santana practically yelled as Brittany flinched.
"I didn't want you to worry. I needed to be there for you" tears threatening to spill from her eyes as she hesitantly reached out to Santana.
"I can look out for myself, god dammit" Santana spat out, regretting the words as soon as they came out.
Brittany was about to reply when Santana started speaking again. This time in a lower voice "Do you know what happens now? You have to stay here for another year and me I don't know what the hell I'm going to do. I don't know what I will do without you" and for the first time in a while Santana found it hard to keep eye contact with Brittany. Santana ran outside, collapsing onto the soft grass before she could say anything that would hurt Brittany.
Braced myself for the goodbye cause that's all I've ever known,
Then you took me by surprise,
You said I'll never leave you alone
Santana felt a warm pair of arms wrap around her waist "Santana, I'm never going to leave you. You understand that, right? No matter what happens today, tomorrow and everyday after that, I'll never leave you. I promise"
Santana sniffled "I would've helped you Britt"
Brittany wiped at the tear trails on Santana's face placing soft kisses across her cheek "I know and I'm sorry"
You said I remember how we felt sitting by the water and every time I look at you, it's like the first time,
I fell in love with a careless man's careful daughter,
She is the best thing that's ever been mine
Brittany spent the rest of that night and into the early hours of the morning making Santana smile with memories the two had shared together.
Hold on, make it last,
Hold on, never turn back,
You made a rebel of a careless man's careful daughter
You are the best thing that's ever been mine
Brittany told Santana how she wouldn't be here without her and how much she loved her.
Do you believe it?
We're gonna make it now,
And I can see it,
I can see it now
Brittany was brought back to the present as she felt Santana slip back into the booth wrapping an arm around her and holding tightly. Brittany had told her that night that she saw them getting married, having two kids and growing old together. The song told her that Santana finally saw their future together. Brittany didn't care that they were in a room filled with people as she kissed Santana with everything she had.
They made their way out the restaurant after saying their goodbyes, only to find it had started raining "Do you wanna catch a cab, babe" Santana asked.
"No" Brittany simply stated, shaking her head.
"It's practically pouring Britty, we'll get soaked" Santana whined.
Brittany pouted and Santana knew that she would indeed be walking back to her house in the rain. Brittany stopped them suddenly just before getting to the Lopez house.
"Dance with me?"
Santana smiled putting her arms around her girlfriend's neck as Brittany rested hers on Santana's hips. They swayed softly, gazing into each other eyes.
After awhile Santana started shivering and Brittany took this as her queue to intertwine their fingers together, pulling them both inside.
"S," Brittany paused, looking at Santana with a shy smile as Santana grinned back, silently prompting her to continue "I still like dancing with you the best"
"Good because you're stuck with me"
They both turned when they heard light footsteps coming towards them "Girls, did you have a good night?" Maribel inquired.
"Si, Mami" she said as she was going to give her mother a hug.
Maribel head tilted slightly as she spoke before Santana reached her "Wait, did you walk home in that weather"
Brittany nodded at Maribel's question as Santana placed a kiss on her girlfriend's cheek. The older Lopez woman shook her head knowingly "Right, well I'm off to bed, just wanted to know you two got home okay"
Once they were alone again Santana looked into bright blue eyes "Let's get you out of that dress"
"Santana Lopez, are you trying to seduce me" Brittany asked as Santana winked at her.
Brittany was curled into Santana, head on her chest. Once their breathing finally evened out, Brittany could tell something was bothering Santana. As this was their last night together before Santana had to go back to Kentucky, she figured it was most likely that on Santana's mind.
Brittany spoke gently "I don't want you to go either"
Santana leaned down pressing a kiss to her forehead "How do you always know what I'm thinking"
Brittany shrugged "I'm Santana smart"
"You are smart, B"
"I'll miss you"
"Me too Britt, I always do when I'm not right beside you," Brittany smiled, they were both getting sleepy "I love you, always"
"I love you, forever" Brittany mumbled back before drifting off into a peaceful sleep.
AN: Here's the questions 1. How would you like me to treat the time/distance in this fic? 2. Do you want to see any other particular characters or couples? 3. Do you want sexy times? I didn't write any because I thought I would ask you first. Also I haven't written anything like that before so it would be new territory. Having said that, I may be willing to try, if you guys like want it.
I would love any feedback. Hope you like this chapter. I don't know when I'll update next because I have exams coming up and I really need to study. Semester 1 wasn't very good for me so this is my chance to redeem myself. I'll write when I can though and if I have ideas that I just need to get out. I kind of have an idea for a part of the next chapter.
Oh yeah just want to point out that although Brittany has obviously failed in this fic, she didn't fail by a 0.0 grade point average because that is like the most ridiculous thing. I don't know what the American school grades are and such but just take it as she only just failed. Also if anyone wants to help me out with stuff like that, you are most welcome.
Sorry this note is so long... As you can see songs featured in this fic, I'm sure you all know what ones they are. If not: Both of Us by B.O.B. ft. Taylor Swift, Mine by Taylor Swift. Got a little theme going there :P