AN: Sorry for the loooong wait! I got so sidetracked with everything, but ta-da, here's the second chapter!
Rachel finished sweeping before Quinn finished dusting. She grabbed another one of the dust cloths and started to help. "You don't have to do that, I can just finish up and you can relax before we mop."
"Nonsense, Quinn, I am happy to help." The air became awkward again. "What happened to us? We used to actually get along in sophomore year, when you were, you know, pregnant."
"Well, pregnancy hormones tend to make you act strangely." Quinn was not about to have a heart to heart with Rachel.
"But really, what happened?" Rachel stopped working. She turned towards Quinn with her head down, looking up through her eyelashes. Quinn couldn't help but notice how beautiful Rachel looked at that moment.
"Maybe it has something to do with the fact that you stole Finn from me twice, or the multiple solos you stole from me, or the fact that I will forever be reminded that your mother is now raising MY baby and there's nothing I can do about it." Quinn surprised herself with the small outburst.
Rachel looked at her for a moment before turning away. "I'm sorry. I mean, I have no control over what Shelby does or who Finn wants to be with, but I really am sorry for things that I have done. You don't deserve it."
"Thanks." Quinn whispered. They finished dusting in silence. Then they moved all the furniture out of the way and went to retrieve mops. Rachel's iPod continued to play in the background. It was Quinn who sang along first.
Your fingertips across my skin
The palm trees swaying in the wind
Images
You sang me Spanish lullabies
The sweetest sadness in your eyes
Clever trick
I never want to see you unhappy
I thought you'd want the same for me
Goodbye, my almost lover
Goodbye, my hopeless dream
I'm trying not to think about you
Can't you just let me be?
So long, my luckless romance
My back is turned on you
I should've known you'd bring me heartache
Almost lovers always do
Rachel joined in, providing background vocals. She didn't know why, but the last thing she wanted to do was to take the lead from Quinn.
We walked along a crowded street
You took my hand and danced with me
Images
And when you left you kissed my lips
You told me you'd never ever forget these images, no
I never want to see you unhappy
I thought you'd want the same for me
Goodbye, my almost lover
Goodbye, my hopeless dream
I'm trying not to think about you
Can't you just let me be?
So long, my luckless romance
My back is turned on you
I should've known you'd bring me heartache
Almost lovers always do
Rachel dropped out again. She stopped mopping and looked at Quinn. Quinn's eyes were closed and her emotions were displayed so beautifully on her face.
I cannot go to the ocean
I cannot drive the streets at night
I cannot wake up in the morning
Without you on my mind
So you're gone and I'm haunted
And I bet you are just fine
Did I make it that easy
To walk right in and out of my life?
Goodbye, my almost lover
Goodbye, my hopeless dream
I'm trying not to think about you
Can't you just let me be?
So long, my luckless romance
My back is turned on you
I should've known you'd bring me heartache
Almost lovers always do
When the song finished, Quinn opened her eyes. She blinked away the forming tears and say Rachel looking at her. Without another word, Rachel dropped her mop and crossed the room to her. Before she could protest, Rachel had pulled Quinn into a comforting hug. Quinn found herself returning the hug and embracing the warmth of the other girl's arms. It was like sparks of electricity coursing through her body. Part of her never wanted to be anywhere other than in Rachel's arms, and the other part of her was frightened by that fact.
Rachel pulled back. She looked in Quinn's eyes. Then suddenly the space was closed as Quinn's lips met hers. Rachel felt her pulse quicken and her face flush. When they pulled apart, they both had looks of shock on their faces.
"I… I have to go." Quinn backed away, grabbed her belongings and ran for the school's exit. Rachel was left standing alone in the choir room; confused, stunned, and suddenly, very cold.
AN: The song is "Almost Lover" by A Fine Frenzy. It's a great song, listen to it when you get a chance.
Also, there are only about 3 more chapters of this one left. This is a short fic, but i'm easing my way into femme slash, so reviews are truly appreciated!