What Really Matters
Santana woke up from the bright sun coming into her apartment and hitting her straight in the face, the minute she tried to move her body she could feel the ache forming in her back. Looking around Santana realized that she had fallen asleep on the couch, along with Dani who was snuggled deeply into Santana's side her back pressed against the back of the couch. Smiling at the sleeping blonde Santana thought of how they ended up falling asleep together.
Night Before
"Wow you continue to amaze me Santana Lopez" Dani said as she sat one leg on Santana's thigh.
"And you're not completely freaked out by the fact that I have a three year old son with an actual dude?" Santana asked "Because every other girl I've tried dating ran at the mention of Ryan" she said.
Dani smiled "No, actually it attracts me to you even more. I don't care that you have a son; I think it's amazing that you're a teenage mother and managing to do so well for yourself and your son, it shows how strong and brave you are, and I think that's incredible. I really like you Santana, and I want to get to know you, and if you'll let me I want to get to know Ryan as well" she said.
Santana stared at Dani her eyes wide in shock, the beautiful woman in front of her was even more amazing, not knowing any other way to reply Santana did what she did best and followed her impulse. Leaning forward Santana pressed her lips to Dani's.
Dani wrapped her arms around Santana's neck deepening the kiss, Santana moved so that she was sitting on her knees, one hand on Dani's waist and the other in her hair. Apparently Dani didn't think they were close enough, Dani leaned back so that she was lying on the couch Santana hovering over her. When air finally became a necessity Santana pulled away, her lips swollen and a goofy grin on her face, that exactly matched Dani's.
"Wow" Santana said trying to catch her breath.
Dani's smile widened "Yeah".
"Is it crazy that we haven't known each other for twenty four hours but I already fell incredibly close and attached to you" Santana said.
Dani shook her head "No because I feel exactly the same" she said.
For the next couple hours the two women stayed on the couch, just talking and getting to know each other and constantly touching each other, at some point they fell asleep intertwined together.
Santana smiled at the thoughts of last night, but she quickly realized she needed to go to the bathroom. So without waking up the sleeping blonde Santana stood up, stretching out her incredibly sore body, once in the bathroom Santana slightly freshened up before going back into the kitchen and making some coffee.
She had just poured herself a cup when she felt soft skin wrap around her waist "That smells really good" Dani said from behind her.
Santana smiled as she turned around in girls embrace "Good morning" she said placing a light kiss on Dani's lips.
Dani smiled "It most diffidently is" she said taking Santana's coffee and taking a drink of it, making the Latina frown.
"Already taking my food and drink now are you?" Santana asked as poured herself another cup.
Dani grinned "Exactly".
Santana shook her head with a small laugh "Do you have to work today?" she asked.
Dani frowned "Yeah in a couple hours actually, I should probably get going soon, so I can go home and get ready, and so you can have breakfast".
"Do you have tomorrow off?" Santana asked really not wanting to go to long without seeing the incredibly girl in front of her.
"Nope I have tomorrow off, what about you?" Dani asked.
"I always have Saturdays and Sundays off, I only work week days, and it's easier to find daycare during the week for Ryan" Santana said.
"Yeah that makes sense, what do you say about going to Central Park, it's supposed to be nice we could have some fun in the park and I could get to know you better, as well as Ryan, I mean if you want him to meet me and everything?" Dani asked slightly frazzled.
Santana smiled taking Dani's hand in hers "That sounds perfect, and of course I want Ryan to meet you, I mean I want to take things slow when it comes to him so he doesn't get to confused but he would love to go to Central Park, it's one of his favorite places" Santana said.
Dani smile relaxing "I understand that you want to take things slow, I would do the same thing. But I'm serious when I say that I really want to get to know you Santana and I understand that includes Ryan, and that doesn't scare me".
Santana smiled widely "Thank you for understanding, most people don't get it at first".
Dani shrugged "I'm not most people. But I probably should get going. Is it alright if I wear this home, I really don't want to put that uniform back on yet?" Dani asked "I'll bring them back to you tomorrow when I pick you and Ryan up at eleven".
"Yeah that's fine. And I'm pretty excited for tomorrow" Santana said as the two women walked towards the door.
Dani smiled "I am to" she said before lightly kissing Santana "I'll see you tomorrow Santana" Dani said as she stepped into the hallway.
Santana smiled "See you tomorrow Dani" she said as the blonde started towards the stairs, closing the door behind her Santana leaned against it with a huge goofy smile. It wasn't until her phone started ringing that she finally moved away from the door.
"Hello" she said not even looking at the caller ID.
"Hey baby momma" Puck said from the other end of the phone.
Santana rolled her eyes but smiled none less, ever since Puck found out Santana was pregnant he insisted on calling her baby momma, at first it irritated the hell out of her, but now it's a welcomed nick name "Hello Puck" she said.
"So I heard from a little birdie that you had a date last night" Puck said, and Santana could tell he was grinning.
"I'm guessing that little birdie was Ryan, and yes for your information I did, I went to coffee with a co-worker" Santana said taking a seat on her couch.
"A co-worker how wanky" Puck said using Santana's favorite word from high school.
Santana laughed "You know how much I love your random calls, but tell me why exactly your calling" she said.
"I just wanted to make sure that it was okay if I stayed there with you and Ryan when I'm on leave for his birthday in a couple months" Puck said "Plus I just really wanted to tease you about your date, now tell me is she hot?" he asked.
"You know you're always welcome to stay here Puck, Ryan loves it when you stay here, how long leave do you have?" Santana asked "And yes she's incredibly hot, and sexy" Santana said making Puck laugh.
"Two weeks, you think you can handle me for that long?" Puck asked.
"I think I'll manage if not I can always escape to HummelBerry's while you take on full parenting role. When do you get in?" Santana asked.
"Wednesday June 25th, a day before his birthday, and I want to keep it a surprise" Puck said with a smile.
"Okay sounds good, is Quinn coming as well" Santana asked.
"Yeah, but I think she's going to stay with Rachel, so and I quote Ryan and Santana don't hear us and so Santana doesn't make any rude inappropriate comments" Puck said with a laugh.
"Sounds good, but she should know by now that I'll make inappropriate comments no matter what, it's how I show affection" Santana said.
Puck laughed "Yes I know Santana. But I'll talk to you later I have to get ready for drill, give Ryan a kiss for me, love you baby momma" Puck said.
"I will, love you to Puck" Santana said hanging up the phone.
Deciding that she really missed her little boy, Santana got up to start getting ready to head over to Rachel and Kurts for breakfast and their Saturday routine.
Line Break
Half an hour later Santana went over to Rachel and Kurts, standing outside the large door she could hear music playing and laughter. Not even bothering to knock Santana opened the large door and stepped into the apartment.
She instantly smiled at the sight in front of her, Kurt, Blaine, Rachel, Sam and Ryan all stood in the open kitchen area dancing and singing to Macklemore. Santana smiled as Ryan stepped into the middle of the floor showing his very impressive three year old dance moves.
Santana closed the door behind her, alerting every one of her presence, a huge smile lit up Ryan's face "Mommy" he yelled running towards her and jumping into Santana's waiting arms.
"Hello mijo" Santana said hugging her little boy. "Did you have fun?" Santana asked as Rachel turned off the radio.
Ryan nodded his head "Yup Aunt Rachel and I watched the Muphets" he said with a large smile "And we ate tons of popcorn" he grinned.
"That's sounds like fun baby, and I really liked your dance moves back there mijo, I guess hanging out with Uncle Blain paid off in some way" Santana said as she adjusted Ryan on her hip, not wanting to let her little boy go.
"Hey now, I'm a great influence on Ryan thank you very much" Bliane said with mock hurt.
"Anyways, tell us about your date with Dani? Kurt and I have been dying for you to get here" Rachel said.
"Yeah mommy how was your date?" Ryan asked innocently.
Santana shook her head "It was good, we had a lot of fun, we even sang together, she's a really talented musician".
"Oh my gosh that's adorable, so are you going to see her again, like outside of work?" Rachel asked.
"Yeah actually we made plans for tomorrow" Santana said, causing Rachel and Kurt to do very feminine squeals.
"Were are you going? Do you know yet? What are you going to wear?" Rachel and Kurt asked at the same time.
"Look I'll tell you guys everything later, right now I just want to eat breakfast and watch our normal movies with my little mijo okay" Santana said her eyes resting on Ryan and Sam who were wrestling on the couch.
Rachel and Kurt sighed "Fine but you have to tell us everything" Kurt said as he went to help Blaine finish breakfast, while Santana and Rachel went to the living room to sit down.
Sam had Ryan pinned on the couch as he tickled him making the little boy squeal with laughter "Ahh, mommy save me" he called out.
Santana laughed "I don't know mijo I think we should let Uncle Sam keep tickling you" she said.
"Please mommy I luve's you" Ryan said as Sam continued to tickle him.
"Okay since your being so sweet, okay Sam lay off my kid, go tickle Rachel while I get some much needed cuddles with my mijo" Santana said.
Sam laughed "That actually sounds like a pretty good idea" Sam said as he eyed Rachel who's eyes widened and she took off for her bedroom, Sam right on her heels. Santana flopped down on the couch next to Ryan, and pulled him into her lap as she kissed his head.
"How do feel about going to Central Park tomorrow with me, and my friend Dani?" Santana asked.
"Is that the lady you went on a date with?" Ryan asked.
"Yes it is, if you don't want to go we don't have to baby" Santana said, she didn't care how much she liked Dani, Ryan's needs would always come first no matter what.
"I want to go, I really like the park, plus she had a guitar yesterday, and that's like duper cool" Ryan said making Santana laugh.
"Okay mijo. Did you talk to your dad last night?" Santana asked.
Ryan smiled nodding his head "Yeah he was really excited about your date mommy. Oh and he told me all about the flying he did and it was duper cool" Ryan said as he went into a lengthy conversation about what he and Puck talked about it. Santana just smiled listening to her little boy as he talked.
"Okay everyone breakfast is ready" Blaine called out from the kitchen.
Ryan squealed in excitement, quickly jumping off Santana's lap and running directly to his spot at the table, Santana following after him.
As they all sat down Santana couldn't help but think of Dani, and the amazing night she had, and the fact that she couldn't wait to see her again.
Line Break
Hours later Santana moved around her apartment picking up toys, shoes and other items, while Ryan took a short nap when her phone went off signaling a new message.
To Santana: I haven't been able to stop thinking about you all day
Santana frowned she didn't recognize the number, who the hell was this, right when she was getting ready to text back with a very rude comment another text came in
To Santana: This is Dani by the way :)
Santana sighed in relief as a smile filled her face.
To Dani: I was just about to send you a very threatening and rude comment, you had me really freaked out
Making sure to save the number Santana set her phone on the counter as she started getting things ready for dinner; she just started pulling everything out of the fridge when her phone started ringing.
Looking at the screen she saw it was from Dani smiling she picked up the phone "Hey miss trying to give me a heart attack" Santana said answering the phone.
Dani laughed "Sorry I forgot that I didn't put my number in your phone".
"It's okay, but aren't you supposed to be working right now?" Santana asked as she put the phone between her ear and shoulder as she prepared to cook dinner.
"Oh I am but luckily I'm on my lunch break right now. So what are you up to sexy momma?" Dani asked.
Santana laughed "Right now I'm cleaning my apartment and getting dinner prepped while Ryan takes a short nap".
"Sounds like fun, so are you as excited as I am about tomorrow?" Dnai asked.
"Oh I'm pretty sure I am, I haven't been able to stop thinking about you all day, but I think Ryan is pretty excited as well, he finds you duper cool because you carry a guitar" Santana said.
Dani laughed "Duper, I'm guessing that's good right?"
"Yes in Ryan's world that is very good, which in my world is also very good" Santana said with a grin.
"Good because I want to be a part of your world Santana" Dani said softly.
"And I want you to be a part of that world Dani. I just…I need to make sure we go slow you know. Ryan will always come first in my life no matter what, I hope you understand that" Santana said softly.
"I do Santana, trust me I understand and I don't blame you for wanting to take things slow, I get it. I have to get back to work but I'll see you tomorrow at eleven okay San" Dani said softly.
"Yes I'll see you at eleven, have a good rest of your shift" Santana said as she hung up the phone setting it back down on the counter.
Santana had just started cooking everything for dinner when Ryan stumbled out of his bedroom, his favorite stuffed Air Force teddy bear in his arms "Momma" he mumbled.
Santana set everything down as she turned around to face her little boy "Did you have a good nap mijo?" Santana asked as she picked him up
"Yeah, what's for dinner momma?" Ryan asked looking at the stove.
"Chicken fajitas with grandma's famous Spanish rice" Santana said.
Ryan's face lit up "I love grandmas Spanish rice".
"I know mijo, do you want to help me make it?" Santana asked, smiling at the large grin of excitement on Ryan's face.
"Can I?" Ryan asked.
"Yeah I'll get you a stool for you sit on and you can help me make it okay mijo" she said as she sat him down on the floor moving to grab a stool. After everything was cooked and ready to go, Ryan helped Santana set the table, and as they ate dinner they talked about anything and everything that the three little boy came up with. These were the moments that Santana cherished the most, the ones were everything was simple and nice and quiet and her little boy had a large happy smile on his face. But she couldn't help but think something was missing, she used to think it was Brittany or even Puck, but a new blonde was starting to creep her way into Santana's mind and heart, even though they barely know each other. But Santana couldn't help but lay in bed hours later imagining a life with the beautiful blonde musician.