Let Me Be Your Star Chapter 6: Auditions Part 1, a glee fanfic

A/N: Hey everyone. Sorry for the delay. It's been pretty crazy and I havn't had much time to type. However, I just finished all my finals so I should be able to update a lot faster now. HOORAY! Thanks for being patient. Now before you start reading, just a couple of notes.

- Thanks for everyone who sent in individuality song choices. I think there still might be a few people who havn't sent them in so if you havn't please do. I want you guys to have as much say for this story as you can. If you guys can't send them in then I will just choose the songs that feels right for your character myself. Note: Not everyone will sing in in homework assignments otherwise the chapter would just be a list of songs haha but everyone will get their moment to shine.

- THIS IS FOR PITCH SLAPPED OC'S: Ok, so I've been getting messages from you guys asking when your OC'S will appear. My answer is SOON. I plan on doing two or three assignments then The New Directions will go see their competition perform and meet them. I'm going try to use them as much as I can.

- Finally, the school musical you guys voted on is (Drum roll)…HAIRSPRAY! Thanks to everyone who voted. Personally I was hoping for Les Mis but I love Hairspray all the same. The musical will come in after Sectionals and then I will ask you who you guys picture for the cast. Start thinking. Although, Mercedes is going to come back and be Motor Mouth Maybelle because the role is PERFECT for her.

That's all the notes I have. PM any questions you guys want. Now, without further ado,

AUDITIONS!

Chapter 4

Mr. Schue POV

I can't believe we have 13 kids signed up on the New Directions list. The past few years I was lucky if I got even three or four kids to audition. This was going to be a good year I could tell. Sectionals better watch out.

I was even more excited about auditions today because every single name on that audition list are children of the original New Directions. I'm honestly surprised that some of them even signed up. A lot of them were already a part of different clubs and teams. But hey, I wasn't complaining.

I pulled out my cell phone and punched in some numbers. It was 9 in the morning, between classes, but I knew that this person wouldn't mind. She always got up early anyways.

"Hey Rachel." I said cheerfully.

"Hey Mr. Schue. Are you ready for auditions today? Your going to love Sandy's audition. Of course, I haven't heard it yet but he is a Weston after all so I have no reason to worry. Brody said he helped Sandy pick out the song and that I wouldn't expect it. Now I'm even more excited." I could practically feel her breathing quickly over the phone.

That was Rachel for you. Whenever she gets excited about something she won't even stop to take a deep breath between sentences.

"I'm sure he will be just as good as you were during your first audition for Glee Club."

My mind flashed backed to Rachel singing the chorus of "On my own". The first time I heard her voice.

"Anyways, what do you need Mr. Schue? I assume you didn't just call me to say hi." She questioned.

"That's right. I was wondering if you could get maybe one or two of the original New Directions to come to the auditions today to judge with us. It would be great to have more input. I'd ask Finn but he's busy being Principal and I don't want to distract him from his work."

I heard Rachel gasp loudly then giggle.

"I've got just the people! I'll see you at Auditions Mr. Schue!"

"Rachel, Wait!" I tried to stop her but before I could she hung up on me.

I laughed at myself. I should've known. Same old Rachel Berry.

The bell rang and I rushed to class to teach Spanish. Today was gonna be a long day because I know that I would be impatiently waiting for auditions the whole time.

*GLEE*

Mercedes POV

The phone rang at nine in the morning. My eyes shot open. Who the HELL is calling me this early on my day off?! I started to get out of bed to pick up the phone and give who ever was calling me a piece of my mind but before I could my husband, Sam, stopped me.

"I've got it. No need to get out of bed." Sam sweetly kissed my cheek, got out of bed, and walked over to the phone to answer it.

"Hello, Evans residence,Sam speaking, may I ask who's calling?" Sam answered politely. I sometimes wonder how I was lucky enough to get such a great husband. Honestly, Sam was the perfect husband.

"Rachel? Is that really you?!" A smile spread across my face when I heard that name. I hadn't heard from Rachel in a long time. She and her husband were busy on broadway while Sam and I were focused on making music in LA. It was only recently that we decided to settle down in Lima, Ohio for a little while.

Sam said a few more words before he handed me the phone with a big smile on his face.

"It's for you."

"Hello? Rachel? Is this Rachel Berry?" My hand was shaking so much. I couldn't hide how excited I was. I can still remember all of our diva battles in Glee Club.

"Mercedes! Listen, I need your help. McKinley is having auditions today and I was wondering if you wanted to come judge. After all, you were the SECOND best voice in Glee Club."

That was Rachel all right. Straight to the point.

"Wait a second. Your in Lima? Since when? As for helping out I would love to. My kids are auditioning."

"GREAT! I'll explain everything later. Meet us at the theater after school gets out."

The phone clicked off and I started gettig dressed.

"Wasn't this supossed to be your day off?" Sam asked.

I sighed,walked over, and kissed him.

"Sam, this is Rachel Berry. She would kill me if I didn't show up."

*GLEE*

Rachel POV

The bell rang that marked the end of school. I made my way throught the hallway towards the theater. It almost felt like I still went to McKinley. Nothing had changed. Everything still looked exactly the same. The only difference was now I was a broadway star instead of just a girl with the dream to perform. It's just a shame that none of those other losers ever recognized my talent. I bet their all probably just working at a fast food restraunt making minimum wage. Well, That's what they get!

I was SO EXCITED for auditions today! I get to see my boy audition, and Mercedes and Marley is coming back (even though Marley said she's going to miss the first half of auditions). This is going to be a great year. As much as I LOVE Broadway, it is nice to take a break every now and then.

When I walked in, I spotted Mercedes talking to Mr. Schue I squealed with excitement and ran over so I could give her a big hug.

"MERCEDES!"

"RACHEL! It's been so long! Mr. Schue just filled me in on everything. It's great to have you back!"

Mr. Schue spoke up and silenced us.

"Alright girls. Sorry to break up the happy reunion but the kids are coming in. Are you both ready?"

I spotted all the kids coming in and sitting down. I frowned when I saw Sandy sitting by himself.

Mr. Schue ran up to the stage. Mercedes and I grabbed hands and walked up behing him.

"Welcome to The New Directions Auditions! I'm Mr. Schue. A lot of you may know me as your spanish teacher but from now on I will be the Glee Club teacher as well. This is Rachel Weston and Mercedes Evans. They will be helping me with auditions today-"

"Wow, you really need help to decide who gets in? I highly doubt these two skanks are all that." A girl sitting in the front said sarcastically. The girl reminded me of Santana.

"Um excuse me little miss know it all. What's your name?" Mercedes stepped in front and looked down at the girl.

"Scarlett." The sarcastic girl crossed her arms.

"Well, listen up Scarlett. Hopefully your talent can back up your big ego because it's gonna take a lot to impress me. I've won a grammy and Rachel here has won a Tony." Mercedes snapped at the girl.

Scarlett stood up.

"If your really that great, show us what you've got. Unless you don't have anything prepared." Scarlett challenged us.

"Oh you are so on! Brad!" Mercedes yelled as Brad walked out to the piano.

"Surprise us Brad!" I told him.

Wish I Were Here-Next To Normal (Performed by Mercedes and Rachel)

Mercedes:
In an instant lightning flashes and the burst might leave me blind.
When the bolt of lightning crashes and it burns right through my mind,
It's like someone drained my brain out, set my frozen mind to thaw,
Let the lethargy and pain out, while I stood and watched in awe.

Rachel:
I am riding on the brightest buzz.
I am worlds away from who I was.
And they told me it would change me,
Though they don't know how it does.

Mercedes:
I have lived a life of clouds and gray,
But this is crystal clear.
Wish I were here.
I imagine it's remarkable,
Exuberant, austere.
Wish I were here.
Wish I were here.

Rachel:
It's euphoria, it's anger,
It's the winter wind, it's fire.
And it kills my deepest hunger as it fills me with desire.
I'm the light and heat of every sun.

Mercedes:
I'm the light and heat of every sun. Rachel:
I'm a bullet from a magic gun. Mercedes:
I'm a bullet from a magic gun. Rachel:
And I'm trying to enjoy it,

Mercedes and Rachel:
But I'm missing all the fun.
Am i feeling what I think I'm feeling;
The hope, the heat, the fear?
Wish I were here.

Is this someone else's head trick?
Do I just disappear?
Wish I were here.
Wish I were here.

Mercedes and Rachel:
Plug me in and turn me on,
And flip the switch, I'm good as gone.
It slits my skin, and trips my brain
And feel the burn, when I don't feel the pain.

Is my brain reborn or is it wrecked,
In freedom or in fear?
Wish I were here.

Mercedes and Rachel:
Have I blown my mind forever?
Is cloudy my new clear?
Wish I were here.
Wish I were here.
Wish I were...

Rachel:
Can I hide my stupid hunger,
Fake some confidence and cheer,
'Wish I were here'?
Wish I were here.

The kids clapped when we were done. Well, most of them did. Scarlett and one other boy didn't.

"That's how you do it." Mercedes exclaimed and sat down next to Mr. Schue so the auditions could start.

I walked past Scarlett and saw her roll her eyes and whisper something to the boy next to her. This girl might one day beat Santana in a bitch contest.

I laughed to myself when I thought that. No way any high schooler could even rival that of Santana Lopez. That reminds me, I need to call her soon.

"Ok well that happened. Lets get these auditions underway. I'll call your names, you will go up to the stage, say your name and the song you are going to sing. Don't feel bad if I cut you off. It just means I've heard all I need to hear. It's not a bad thing." Mr. Schue announced.

Mr. Schue looked down to the list and called out the first name.

"Flynn Puckerman."

"Puckerman? This should be interesting." I leaned over and whispered to Mercedes.

A boy around 6ft in height and a muscular body type walked onto the stage. He had shortish blond hair with the front swept to the side of his face and hazel eyes.

"Hey, I'm Flynn Puckerman and I will be singing Suit and Tie by Justin Timberlake." Flynn waited for the music then started.

Suit and Tie- Justin Timberlake (Performed by Flynn Puckerman)

Flynn:
I be on my suit and tie sh*t, tie sh*t, tie
I be on my suit and tie sh*t, tie sh*t
Can I show you a few things?
A few things, a few things, little baby cause
I be on my suit and tie sh*t, tie sh*t
I be on my suit and tie sh*t, tie sh*t
Let me show you a few things
Let me show you a few things

I can't wait til I get you on the floor, good-looking
Going out so hot, just like an oven
And I'll burn myself, but just had to touch it
It's so fly and it's all mine
Hey baby, we don't mind all the watching
Cause if they study close, real close
They might learn something
She ain't nothing but a little doozy when she does it
She's so fly tonight

And as long as I've got my suit and tie
I'mma leave it all on the floor tonight
And you got fixed up to the nines
Let me show you a few things
All pressed up in black and white
And you're dressed in that dress I like
Love is swinging in the air tonight
Let me show you a few things
Let me show you a few things
Show you a few things about love
While we're in the swing of love
Let me show you a few things
Show you a few things about love
Hey

Stop, let me get a good look at it
So thick, now I know why they call it a fatty
Sh*t so sick got a hit and picked up a habit
That's alright, cause you're all mine
Go on and show 'em who you call daddy
I guess they're just mad cause girl, they wish they had it
My killer, my filler, yeah you're a classic
And you're all mine tonight

Mercedes and I both applauded and cheered.

"Ok, so what did you think?" I looked at Mr. Schue and Mercedes.

"I thought the performance was great. He captured that Timberlake swag perfectly. That's not easy to do. I think he may still have a few things to work on vocally but overall I enjoyed it." Mercedes told me.

"I agree with Mercedes. I think his confidence was awesome but it almost felt like he was holding back a little bit. He has strong potential that I know Glee Club can bring out of him." Mr. Schue nodded in agreement.

"He's definitley hiding something. But in a way he almost reminds of Finn when he first joined. Kind of awkward but very talented. I approve!" I whispered back.

"Thank you Flynn. Great Job!" Mr. Schue told Flynn as he sat back down in his seat.

"Next, Jason Puckerman." Mercedes called out.

Now this guy was more what I expected a Puckerman to look like. He was Around 6'1 with a caramel skin tone, short jet black hair and light brown eyes. Jason was also very muscular. He was almost as hot as Brody. ALMOST!

"Whenever your ready." Mercedes told him.

"Ya ya whatever. I'm Jay and I'm going to be singing Closer by NeYo. If any of you laugh I will beat the crap out of you!" He threatened.

Yup total Puckerman!

Closer-NeYo (Performed by Jay Puckerman)

Jason: Closer, closer, closer, closer (Woo!)

Turn the lights off in this place
And she shines just like a star
And I swear I know her face
I just don't know who you are
Turn the music up in here
I still hear her loud and clear
Like she's right there in my ear
Telling me that she wants to own me
To control me

Come closer! (Come closer!)
Come closer!

And I just can't pull myself away
Under her spell I can't break
I just can't stop (I just can't stop)
I just can't stop (I just can't stop)
And I just can't bring myself away
But I don't want to escape
I just can't stop (I just can't stop)
I just can't stop (I just can't stop)
I just can't stop

I can feel her on my skin
I can taste her on my tongue
She's the sweetest taste of sin
The more I got the more I want
She wants to own me

Come closer!
She says come closer, hey

Come closer, come closer, come closer, come closer
come closer, come closer, come closer (oh)

I just can't stop no, no
I just can't stop no, no
I just can't stop no, no

And I just can't pull myself away
Under her spell I can't break
I just can't stop (I just can't stop)
I just can't stop (I just can't stop)

Come closer!

Mercedes stood up and clapped.

"There just might be hope for you yet Puckerman. Nice moves. You could have a real future if you worked on your dance technique."

Just for a quick second I noticed a spark in his eyes that seemed like he was excited about that comment Mercedes made. But since he was a Puckerman he went straight back into the bad boy and sat down next to Scarlett.

"Well you know what I thought. He's fantastic. Trouble is we are going to have to break that attitude. But luckily Glee Club has a habit of breaking down Puck's." Mercedes spoke.

"We need as many guys as possible so he is for sure a Marley can straighten him out for us. Jake can work on him with his dance." Mr. Schue offered.

"One thing's for sure. He's hot and talented. Judges at Sectionals will eat him up. Now if we can only convince him to stay. Something tells me he isn't auditioning because he wants to." I add in.

"Ok next we have Izabella Evans." Mr. Schue looks down to the list and says.

"Ooh girl. This one's mine!" Mercedes leans over and tells me.

The girl had dark wavy brown hair that went to her chest. She also had hazel eyes with dark lashes. She was like a little Mercedes. It was Perfect! She came up to the stage with a guitar.

"Hi, my name name is Izabella and I will be singing Let him go by Passenger."

With that she started strumming.

Let Him Go- Passenger (Performed by Izabella Evans)

Izabella: Well you only need the light when it's burning low
Only miss the sun when it starts to snow
Only know you love him when you let him go

Only know you've been high when you're feeling low
Only hate the road when you're missin' home
Only know you love him when you let him go
And you let him go

Staring at the bottom of your glass
Hoping one day you'll make a dream last
But dreams come slow and they go so fast

You see her when you close your eyes
Maybe one day you'll understand why
Everything you touch surely dies

But you only need the light when it's burning low
Only miss the sun when it starts to snow
Only know you love him when you let him go

Only know you've been high when you're feeling low
Only hate the road when you're missin' home
Only know you love him when you let him go

Staring at the ceiling in the dark
Same old empty feeling in your heart
'Cause love comes slow and it goes so fast

Well you see him when you fall asleep
But never to touch and never to keep
'Cause you loved him too much
And you dived too deep

Well you only need the light when it's burning low
Only miss the sun when it starts to snow
Only know you love him when you let him go

Only know you've been high when you're feeling low
Only hate the road when you're missin' home
Only know you love him when you let him go

And you let him go
And you let him go
Well you let him go

'Cause you only need the light when it's burning low
Only miss the sun when it starts to snow
Only know you love him when you let him go

Only know you've been high when you're feeling low
Only hate the road when you're missin' home
Only know you love him when you let him go

'Cause you only need the light when it's burning low
Only miss the sun when it starts to snow
Only know you love him when you let him go

Only know you've been high when you're feeling low
Only hate the road when you're missin' home
Only know you love him when you let him go

And you let him go

The whole audience was silent was completely silent. It was so beautiful.

"Mercedes! That was fantastic! She's for sure your kid alright!" I said as I hugged her.

"I'm 100% with Rachel. She's so much like you but yet so much not like you. It's a really great contrast that fits." Mr. Schue smiled at us.

"Thanks. I'd say Izabella's more like Sam then me. Their personalities are very similar. One thing you have to watch with her is she gets easily distracted. Other than that she's super sweet." Mercedes explained while she gave Izabella two thumbs up.

"Can I go next Mr. Schue?" A voice from the audience rang out.

I looked over and saw a girl with brunette hair, and electrifying blue eyes. Very beautiful. Her eyes were her best feature. There was no question from her cheerios outfit that she was head cheerio.

"Go for it." He smiled as she ran up to the stage excited. I looked over and saw Scarlett glare at her.

"My name is Emily Puckerman and I will be singing People like us by the incredibly talented Kelly Clarkson." She pulled out her Ponytail and let hair flow down.

How many Puckerman's are at this school?

People Like Us- Kelly Clarkson (Performed by Emily Puckerman)

Emily: We come into this world unknown
But know that we are not alone
They try and knock us down
But change is coming, it's our time now

Hey... everybody loses it,
Everybody wants to throw it all away sometimes
And hey... yeah I know what you're going through
Don't let it get the best of you, you'll make it out alive
Ohh

People like us we've gotta stick together
Keep your head up, nothing lasts forever
Here's to the damned, to the lost and forgotten
It's hard to get high when you're living on the bottom

Oh woah oh oh woah oh
We are all misfits living in a world on fire
Oh woah oh oh woah oh
Sing it for the people like us, the people like us

They can't do nothing to you, they can't do nothing to me
This is the life that we choose, this is the life that we bleed
So throw your fists in the air, come out, come out if you dare
Tonight we're gonna change forever

Everybody loses it, everybody wants to throw it all away sometimes
Ohh

People like us we've gotta stick together
Keep your head up nothing lasts forever
Here's to the damned, to the lost and forgotten
It's hard to get high when you're living on the bottom

Oh woah oh oh woah oh
We are all misfits living in a world on fire
Oh woah oh oh woah oh
Sing it for the people like us, the people like us

Oh woah oh oh woah oh
You've just got to turn it up loud when the flames get higher
Oh woah oh oh woah oh
Sing it for the people like us, the people like us

Mercedes POV

Damn! Whatever I was expecting to come out of that girls mouth it wasn't that. Girl had soul! She was so enjoyable to watch. Of course it also helped that she was a cheerio and she was flipping all ove the stage.

"You better preach girl! You have a voice that may be close to Kelly herself! Great job!" I tell her. Girl deserves it.

"Wow really?! Thanks!" Emily squealed and walked back to her seat. Every guy in the audience was totally checking her out.

"She's incredible. But we have to watch out. I heard that Sue's trying to shut us down and Emily might be her way of doing that. Just keep your eyes open." Mr. Schue told us.

"But don't forget Mr. Schue. Quinn, Brittany, and Santana were like that too and they eventually became a big part of our family." Rachel reminded him.

I could hear everyone talking about Emily's performance.

"Really? It wasn't that amzing people! Sheesh, I guess I'm gonna have to show all you losers how a real diva does it!" Scarlett proclaimed and strutted up to the stage.

She had medium length dark brown wavy hair with blonde highlights, dark brown puppy eyes. She stood at 5"6', long build, with curves, with a light brown olive skin tone. She also had cupid bow shaped lips, high cheekbones, and a heart shaped face.

"Prepare to be amazed! Hit it!" Scarlett ordered without saying her name and song.

Reflection-Christina Aguilera (Performed by Scarlett Lopez-Pierce)

Scarlett: Look at me
You may think you see
Who I really am
But you'll never know me
Every day
It's as if I play a part
Now I see
If I wear a mask
I can fool the world
But I cannot fool my heart

Who is that girl I see
Staring straight back at me?
When will my reflection show
Who I am inside?

I am now
In a world where I
Have to hide my heart
And what I believe in
But somehow
I will show the world
What's inside my heart
And be loved for who I am

Who is that girl I see
Staring straight back at me?
Why is my reflection
Someone I don't know?
Must I pretend that I'm
Someone else for all time?
When will my reflection show
Who I am inside?

There's a heart that must be
Free to fly
That burns with a need to know
The reason why

Why must we all conceal
What we think, how we feel?
Must there be a secret me
I'm forced to hide?
I won't pretend that I'm
Someone else for all time
When will my reflection show
Who I am inside?
When will my reflection show
Who I am inside?

Not bad. Not bad at all. I really didn't want to like her but I couldn't help it. Scarlett gave me chills. She had that raspy voice but strong voice like Santana's.

"Scarlett right? If I may ask who are your parents?" Rachel confronted her.

Scarlett crossed her arms.

"Ugh. If you must know it's Santana Lopez and Brittany Pierce. I'm out of here. I can't stand being here another second." She walked up to Jason.

"Are you coming Jacob?" She asked, well more like commanded,him.

"My name's Jason."

"I know what I said." She grabbed his hand and pulled him out along with her.

Oh ya. There was no doubt about it. Santana had a clone.

"Alright lets see. Next we have Christina Hummel-Anderson." Rachel said.

I've been waiting for this. My two gay boys kid.

The girl had a short wavy blonde bob, almond shaped crystal blue eyes, was 5 foot 1, pierced ears, and a stud piercing in her nose. Not what I pictured for one of Kurt's kids. More like Tina if you asked me.

"I'm Chrissy and I will be singing Your Song by Elton John." She said with a smile.

Marley POV

I wish I wasn't late but I had a last minute recording session with my record label that I couldn't miss. Hopefully I hadn't missed too many auditions. I sped walk through the halls of McKinley but stopped when I saw someone in the choir room.

"Janell? Is that you? What are you doing in the choir room?" I walked in and saw my daughter sitting in the choir room with her headphones in her ears as she was watching something on her laptop.

I saw her jum as I startled her. She pulled out her head phones.

"Mom? What are you doing here? I thought you were at work?" She walked over to me.

"Well, I was but I was asked to help with Glee Club auditions. I was just headed over there."

"Wait! Your telling me auditions aren't here? Damn it." She cursed in dothraki something only she would know from watching to much Game of Thrones.

"No they are in the theater. I didn't know you were auditioning." I asked her surprised.

Janell simply shrugged.

"I just decided today. I figured why not. It'll give me something to put on my resume for college."

I walked over to the piano and saw the sheet music for Your song by Elton John on the top.

"Why don't you do your audition for me? I'm sure I can convince them to let you join. Sing this. I know you know it." I told her happily.

"Ok, this gives me more time to watch Game of thrones afterwards anyways. I missed last weeks episode." She nodded and stood up.

I gently played the intro on the piano to cue her in.

Your Song-Elton John (Performed by Christina Hummel-Anderson and Janell Puckerman)

Chrissy: It's a little bit funny this feeling inside
I'm not one of those who can easily hide
I don't have much money but boy if I did
I'd buy a big house where we both could live

Janell:
If I was a sculptor, but then again, no
Or a girl who makes potions in a travelling show
I know it's not much but it's the best I can do
My gift is my song and this one's for you

Both:
And you can tell everybody this is your song
It may be quite simple but now that it's done
I hope you don't mind
I hope you don't mind that I put down in words
How wonderful life is while you're in the world

Janell:
I sat on the roof and kicked off the moss
Well a few of the verses well they've got me quite cross
But the sun's been quite kind while I wrote this song
It's for people like you that keep it turned on

Chrissy: So excuse me forgetting but these things I do
You see I've forgotten if they're green or they're blue
Anyway the thing is what I really mean
Yours are the sweetest eyes I've ever seen

Alright, well that takes care of Auditions Part 1! The rest are coming your way soon.

Thanks for being so patient and sticking with my delay. I'm so grateful. Don't forget to review. Once again feel free to PM me anytime if anything is wrong with my portrayl of your character.

P.S. My Grammar sucks I know haha

P.P.S. Before I forget, make sure you check out The fanfiction "Glee Roleplay" by RiverDeepMountainHigh. I'm Brody in it but it needs a lot more people in order for us to start so I'd really appreciate it if you'd go over and check it out. Please and thank you. :D

Song list:

www. youtube watch?v=bv1PvJnpzlI – Wish I were here

www. youtube watch?v=ZOtAqur0b3Y –Suit and Tie

www. youtube watch?v=3FrRAqA8cL8 - Closer

www. youtube watch?v=26SDD60m_kY – Let him go

www. youtube watch?v=i01bRbgy_8Q – People Like Us

www. youtube watch?v=iHKMSUKIc9w – Reflection

www. youtube watch?v=13GD78Bmo8s – Your Song