A/N: Hey guys! I have decided that the Samchel relationship is going to be (somewhat) short lived. Their breakup will still be friendly, and they will remain friends. I just feel more inspired with Puckleberry! As always, thanks for the reviews and favorites.
Vampirebooklover: I'm flattered that you want my chapters to be longer. I've been really busy with school ending (finals, etc). If I wrote long chapters, the updates would not be as frequent. Once school is over my chapters will definitely be longer!
Disclaimer: Still don't own glee.
Rachel POV:
Ding! Another text. Finn had been sending me angry text messages ever since I announced that I wanted Puck to be my duet partner. I opened this one.
Rach, plz don't do this. Tell Mr. Shue u changed ur mind. Ur duets wit Puck will never b as good as our duets.
I'm not sure whether his whining or text-language was annoying me more. I didn't respond to his text. I deleted it like I had deleted the other ten. I lied down on my bed. Why had I never noticed Finn's issues before? Maybe I did and just chose to ignore them. He is whiny, hypocritical, and selfish. I could go on and on. He just has so many issues. I mean who would go as far as giving up their virginity just to make someone jealous? Ding! Not again.
Rach, txt me back plz. I rly want 2 talk.
How did I put up with his texting when we were dating? Ding! What in the world? His last text was less than two minutes ago.
Hey Rach, it's Sam. I just wanted to tell you that I support your decision. You and Puck will be great. You're awesome. You don't deserve to have to deal with the stuff Finn has put you through.
I smiled. Sam is just so nice. Sam has complimented more than Finn ever complimented me. And Sam and I just started talking two days ago. I could get used to this. I texted him back:
Thanks Sam. I really appreciate that. You are wonderful. You didn't deserve to be cheated on. Quinn was stupid to go for Finn when she had you.
It's true. If Sam had been at school before I met Finn, I think I would have fallen for him. But I'm not sure if he would have even noticed me. I realized Quinn had only done one nice thing for me since I have known her. By cheating on Sam, she gave me a great friend. Maybe moreā¦. Ding! Sam again.
Thanks, Rachel. Hey, I was wondering if you would want to go out to dinner with me tomorrow night. Maybe 7:00?
Oh my god. I would love to. I started to reply but quickly put my phone down. I didn't want to seem too eager and desperate. How long should I wait to text him back? What is the proper etiquette? Oh, whatever. I hit reply:
That sounds wonderful and 7:00 is perfect. I'll see you at school tomorrow (:
He texted me back two words: Can't wait.
Those two words filled my stomach with butterflies. Two words.
-Gleeee-
I hummed to myself as I gathered my books from my locker. I couldn't wait for my date with Sam tonight. I never thought I'd say this, but I was glad we didn't have glee this afternoon. It would give me more time to prepare for the date. I heard footsteps behind me.
"Hey, Berry. Seems like you're in a good mood this morning."
"Good morning, Noah. And thank you for noticing. I am in an exceptionally good mood."
He nudged my arm and asked, "Well, are you going to tell me why? Don't tell me you are back with Finn."
"Goodness! Of course not!" I shuttered. Finn was the last person I wanted to think of.
"Well that's a relief. But you didn't answer my question."
"Well if you must know, I have a date tonight."
Puck POV:
My heart dropped. How could Rachel have a date?
"Oh."
"Wow, don't sound so excited," she sighed.
How the fuck could I be excited? The girl I want to be with has date, and it's not with me.
"Sorry. Well, who is the date with?"
She smiled dreamily. "Sam."
"Sam Evans?"
"Do we know another Sam?"
Why was Rachel going out with Sam? They just started talking like a few minutes ago. Well that was an exaggeration, but whatever.
"I'm just surprised. You and Sam barely know each other."
She smiled. "Well, I guess this will be our way of getting to know each other."
I couldn't stand here much longer. I couldn't see her swooning over Sam Evans. They are an awful match. She is small, and he has huge lips. He could swallow her whole.
"Well, I hope you have fun, Berry. I have to go."
"See you tomorrow! Have a good night, Noah."
As awful as this sounds, I was hoping she would have the exact opposite.
-Gleeeeee-
Rachel POV:
I stood in front of my closet. I needed a killer outfit for my date with Sam. I mean he barely knows me, so this is like a first impression. Well, kind of. The bottom line is I have to look great. I couldn't wear my normal dress and cardigan. Sam dated Quinn. He must have high expectations. There was only one thing to do. I pulled out my phone.
"Kurt, it's Rachel. I need help picking out an outfit."
He squealed. "Wonderful! This will be fun. Oh, Blaine is here so I'm bringing him. See you in a few."
About five minutes after we hung up, the doorbell rang. He must have sped over. I opened the door, and he wrapped me in a big hug.
"Okay girl! Cut to the chase. Why do you need a fabulous outfit?"
I heard Blaine chuckle. "As you can see, Kurt is very excited."
"I noticed. Okay, I'll tell you guys all about it in my room."
I led Blaine and Kurt up to my room.
This was Blaine's first time in my room.
"Wow," he said. "It's really pink."
Kurt hushed him. "It's time for Rachel talk."
"Okay, Kurt. I'm sure you heard about my breakup with Finn."
"Of course. Mercedes filled me in. My sympathies. Even though Finn is my step-brother, I have to admit he can be an ass. Okay, now what does your breakup with Finn have to with an outfit?"
"I was getting there! I'm going on a date with Sam."
"Sam Evan?"
"Yes! Why does every one keep asking that?"
He clapped his hands. "Well let's find you an outfit that will make his huge mouth drop."
-Gleeeeee-
I looked in the mirror. Kurt is amazing. I look hot. Kurt picked out a beautiful black, strapless dress with a silver belt and red stilettos. I admired myself in the mirror as Kurt finished curling my hair.
"Rachel, you look amazing. If I wasn't gay, I would be all over you," Blaine complimented.
"Thank you," Kurt said.
Blaine raises his eyebrows.
I chuckled and said, "Kurt I believe that compliment was for me."
"Well, I made you look this way. Now stop moving!" He sprayed my hair. "Done."
I looked at my watch.
"With five minutes to spare! Thanks, Kurt! You're amazing," I said as I hugged him.
"Any time, diva!"
Suddenly, the doorbell rang.
Kurt gave me a little nudge and said, "Knock him dead!"
-Gleeeeee-
"Rachel, you look so beautiful," Sam said for the third time since we got in his car. I still loved hearing it.
"Thanks, Sam. You look very handsome yourself."
"Thanks. I feel bad that you got so dressed up to go to Breadstix. If Lima had a nice restaurant, I would take you."
"Don't worry, Sam! I don't go to Breadstix that often."
He was silent for a minute. "Do you mean Finn never took you?"
I bit my lip. "No. He didn't."
"Well that's just awful. But I'm sure I can show you a better time than Finn would have anyways."
"I don't doubt that."
When we pulled into the parking lot, he immediately came over to open my car door for me. He grabbed my hand and helped me out. Our hands brushed together as we walked into the restaurant. I felt sparks. Had I ever felt sparks before? Yes. But I pushed the mohawked boy out of my head. I was on a date with Sam.
The hostess led us to a booth.
As we slid into the booth, Sam got this goofy look on his face and said, "Well, just know that if we had a table with chairs, I would have pulled your chair out for you."
"Well if we had a table with chairs, I would sit in the one you pulled out for me."
He threw his head back and laughed as we looked at the menus.
"See anything you like?"
"Hmmm. Well, I'll get the vegan spaghetti."
He looked up from his menu. "You're a vegan?"
I nodded.
"Wow," he said. "That must take a lot of dedication."
"I'm a very dedicated person."
"I know. And I like that."
-Gleeee-
I laughed at another one of Sam's impressions. He was so funny. I don't get why he is so quiet in glee. Suddenly, two people appeared in front of our booth.
"Rach, what are you doing here with Sam? Are you guys working on something for glee?" Finn asked.
Great. Finn and Quinn are here.
"Well actually, Sam and I are on a date."
Quinn looped her arm through Finn's. "We're on a date, too."
"Well that's nice. Maybe we should all continue with our respective dates, then."
"Wow. That's the first good idea you've had, man-hands."
Sam glared at Quinn and said, "Quinn. You have to stop being such a bitch. You're lucky Rachel is nice. If I was her, I would have punched you in the face by now."
Quinn crossed her arms and pouted.
Finn looked at me and said, "Rachel, are you sure you are ready to date? We broke up so recently."
Now I was pissed.
"Finn Hudson, you have no say over when and who I date."
"I'm just looking out for your best interests, Rach."
"Like you were when you slept with Santana?" I sneered. "And don't call me Rach."
Finn opened his mouth, but Sam cut him off.
"Finn, you need to back off. And don't worry about Rachel. I will look out for her best interests. Now, go enjoy your date with Quinn. You know what? I don't even care if you enjoy your date with her. Just leave us alone."
Finn stalked off and took the booth behind us. I looked at Sam and mouthed, "Thank you."
Then, Quinn's shrill voice pierced the air.
"Finn, you are being an awful boyfriend."
He sighed. "Relax, Quinn. This is fake, remember? I'm in this to make Rachel jealous, and you are in this to be prom queen."
I looked at Sam and raised my eyebrows. He busted out laughing. Luckily, we had finished our dinner so we didn't have to deal with Finn and Quinn any longer.
Sam motioned to our waitress and said, "Check, please."
A/N: Well, I hoped you guys enjoyed this chapter. I decided to write a long one. Because I gave you a long chapter, I would like a little something in return. I would like to be at 35 reviews before I update next. Thanks!
