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Chapter 3

As they waited to land in Los Angeles a few days later, Puck couldn't believe any of this was really happening. They were about to have the chance of a lifetime and it felt surreal. But as great as all of this was, he had to admit he was sad to leave his family.

Flashback

"Last chance, if you don't want to go just say so," Maria said as they stood in the airport. "I'm sure Rachel will understand."

Puck laughed. "Mom I want to go. I'm just going to miss you guys."

She raised an eyebrow. "Is that it? Remember Noah Puckerman I'm your mother. I know you better than anyone so is that all you're worried about?"

He sighed, realizing he was caught. "What if it doesn't work out?"

"What if it does? Look no one knows the outcome but I think you know as well as I do that a chance like this doesn't come every day. You have to jump on this otherwise you'll spend the rest of your life wondering what could've been."

After thinking about it, Puck nodded. His mom was right. He was scared but he didn't want to live his wondering what would've happened if he had actually done this. It was time to chase his dream no matter what he was leaving behind.

"Noah?" he heard Rachel say, bringing him out of his thoughts. He looked at her. "Are you okay?"

"Yeah I'm fine. Just anxious."

She gave a sympathetic smile. "Me too. But we can do it."

She kissed his cheek before looking out the window as they started to land. After they got their belongings, they found a man standing in a suit holding up a sign with their last names.

They walked over to him as he looked at them. "Rachel Berry and Noah Puckerman?"

"That's us," Rachel replied. "Will sent a car for us?"

"Of course. He has business to attend to this afternoon but he wants to get together for dinner at 6 to discuss when you'll work on your demo tapes so I will be driving you there. Now follow me."

They followed as he took them to a car. As he drove, Puck and Rachel couldn't help but admire the scenery around them. They had expected Los Angeles to be better than Lima but they were not prepared for how everyone dressed and looked like they were someone important.

When the driver stopped in front of the hotel, Puck took a deep breath before looking at Rachel. "I guess we're doing this huh?"

"I guess so," she replied before getting out of the car.

They got their bags from the driver and went to check in. Once they settled into their room, they quickly laid down on the bed and drifted off to sleep. When their alarm woke them up, they prepared to go to dinner with Will.

When they got to the restaurant, they were brought to Will's booth where he greeted them. "Hey guys. I'm glad you made it safely."

"Thanks and thanks a lot for the driver," Puck said. "It beats getting a rental."

"No problem. If things go well you may be able to get your own personal driver. Are you settled into your hotel?"

Rachel nodded. "Yes. We were so jetlagged we fell asleep as soon as we hit the bed."

Will laughed and nodded. "That's to be expected. So are you guys ready to get to work?"

"Absolutely," Puck replied. "When do we start?"

"I got us some studio time tomorrow so we can record a demo. Then we'll give the it to the label to see if they like it. And if they do, they'll sign you."

Rachel hesitated before speaking. "I don't mean to be negative or anything but what if they don't like it?"

"We'll keep sending them to different labels to see if anyone else likes it." Seeing their hesitance, Will sighed. "Look guys, I don't want to start off this business relationship leading you on and lying to you so I'll give it to you straight: in Hollywood, everyone wants to be a star. Everyone is always claiming they're talented and deserve to be signed but some never do. However, I believe you guys are special. You have a sound that's not heard every day and I think a label would be lucky to have you guys. I will try my absolute best to get you there as long as you're willing to put in the work."

Puck looked at Rachel who nodded before looking back at Will. "Oh we're definitely willing to put in the work."

Will smiled. "That's exactly what I wanted to hear."

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The next day, Puck and Rachel spent the whole day in the recording studio creating their demo. It was hard and they were exhausted by the end of it but if it got them closer to their dreams, it would be worth it. When they got back to their hotel, Puck looked at Rachel as she got settled in. She was amazing in the studio. She never got frustrated when something wasn't right and it seemed like she wanted this just as badly as he did. That day made him love her even more than he already did.

He walked over to her and kissed her deeply. When he pulled away, she smiled at him. "What was that for?"

"You were just incredible today and it makes me happy that I'm doing this with the girl I'm in love with."

She smiled again before kissing him and letting him lean her back on the bed. As Puck began to remove her shirt, her cell phone started ringing.

"Ignore it," Puck mumbled as he kissed her neck.

"It could be our parents. You know we haven't really talked to anyone all day."

"You know what we also haven't done since we've been here?" he smirked. "Come on babe."

She rolled her eyes before bringing his face to hers to kiss him. But as they continued where they left off the phone started ringing again.

Puck groaned, pulling away. "Fine answer it."

Rachel giggled before grabbing her phone and answering it. "Hey Kurt."

"Hey almost-superstar," he greeted. "Finally got a hold of you. Tell me everything that's been happening."

"Tell Kurt he's a real cock block," Puck said, going to the bathroom.

Hearing him, Kurt laughed. "I'm sure your boy toy will get over it. Just take a cold shower and relax until later. Now come on, I want details."

"Well we just spent the whole day in the studio. I'm exhausted but in a good way. I never thought I'd have this much fun just doing a demo."

"Imagine how much fun you'll be having when it's your first album. You'll be having the time of your life."

Rachel looked at Puck as he was in the bathroom preparing for bed and smiled. "I already am. I got to go Kurt, I'll talk to you more tomorrow."

After he said goodbye, she hung up and went over to Puck, kissing him deeply. He looked at her with raised eyebrows. "Not that I have a problem with it but why the-"

"Don't talk," she said, putting a finger over his lips. "Just kiss me."

Not needing to say anything else, Puck kissed her before leading her back to the bed to reconnect after the long day they had.

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The next day, Puck and Rachel sat in the boardroom at the Will's label listening to their demo with the board members and head of the label. When it finished, they waited nervously for the reaction. Finally, the head of the label spoke.

"Well I have to admit when Will first pitched the idea of a couple being a musical duo I thought he was absolutely insane and using too much product in his hair," Sue Sylvester said. "But surprisingly, I liked it."

Puck's eyes widened as he looked at Rachel who was stunned as well. "Seriously?"

"I know I'm amazed too," Sue replied. "There's something corny about two lovers doing this kind of thing but I guess I'm willing to see where this goes. Welcome to SS Records."

As she concluded the meeting with the demands of getting the contract created so they could sign, Puck and Rachel stared at each other in amazement.

"What just happened?" Rachel asked.

"I think we just got signed," Puck replied, equally numb.

Will laughed at the couple. "Congratulations guys. Looks like your dreams are about to come true."

He walked out as the couple stood there before jumping up and hugging each other. This was really happening. They were really being signed to a record label. Puck could've cried in that moment. His dreams were coming true and it was because of Rachel.

"We should tell our families," Rachel said.

Puck leaned in and kissed her. "Let's tell them later. For now, I want to celebrate."

Without hesitation, Rachel happily nodded and they left to go back to their hotel room. This day couldn't have gone any better for them.

Sorry it's short and it may be a little quick that Puck and Rachel were signed but I wanted to get them pass this step so the real drama could begin. Also I might write a full lovemaking scene for them next chapter. Let me know your thoughts. Bye for now :)