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"I said yes." Quinn sobbed.

Puck just stared at her and wondered if she was serious. He couldn't really process what she just said or what went on earlier. First, she told him she loved him and the next she kissed him and now she was telling him she was getting married. Messed up. She looked shaken, she was pale under her tan. Although the fact remained that she was marrying Sam, he couldn't help but pull her into his arms. Despite feeling betrayed once more, he pushed it aside. She looked and felt more horrible than he did. Quinn completely settled in his arms. She had no idea what he had to be feeling right now. She knew it was a mistake letting him know that she loved him and she had planned to tell him that she was getting married when she arrived at Finn and Rachel's house but all her plans flew out the window as soon as she saw him. He looked so gorgeous, just standing there in his sweats. You'd be crazy not to be attracted to him.

She just felt so confused when Sam proposed to her. One half of her wanted to say no because she was still so hooked on to Percy and the other half wanted her to say yes because she really liked Sam and didn't want to hurt him. But lately, things with her and Percy (a.k.a Puck) had been rough ever since she told him that she loved him and Sam was there to help her through it. Her relationship with Sam grew into something much more. But of course she never told him that she was in love with Percy, no way. He could never know.

Once Quinn's tears stopped and she could speak in complete sentences without blubbering, she pulled out of his arms gently, almost not wanting to let go. "I'm sorry. I shouldn't have told you." She looked up at him, trying to make sense of his expression. "I mean, I came here to tell you but…"

His expression softened. "I get it." He took her hand. "Sam just got to you before I did."

"No. It's not that. Sam…I love him too."

"But didn't you say you love me? And Puck?"

Realizing what she just said, she quickly shook her head and sat on the couch. "I'm just so…confused right now."

"Well, I guess that part's right."

"Is it possible to love three people at once?" She asked. Two people actually, Puck thought. He just shrugged. "I've seen that in a movie before. Twilight."

"I don't know. I've never watched that piece of shit movie." He said. He never liked Twilight, in fact, he was pretty sure he liked the Vampire Diaries even more, partly because that Nina Dobrev was one hundred percent hotter than boring, lifeless Kristen Stewart.

She smiled weakly. "God, I feel so messed up."

"Trust me, this is just the beginning. The pressure sinks in about two weeks before the wedding."

"Were you married before?"

Puck froze. "Have you seen Bride Wars?" She giggled. "Yeah, my mom made me watch that and said it was just like her wedding, minus the orange tan, the blue Smurf hair and the spring break DVD." Puck lied. It definitely wasn't his best lie but it was much more simpler than the truth.

"I just feel…"

"I get it. You feel confused, you don't have to beat yourself up about it." The air was still and silent for awhile. "Hey, you know what takes the edge off?"

She raised an eyebrow. "What? Beer?"

"No." He pulled out Finn's Bose iPod sound dock and turned it on to Maroon 5's "I Can't Lie". He managed to pull off some moves which he knew was ridiculous. Quinn couldn't stop laughing. He held out his hand and asked, "You wanna dance?" She gladly took it. They danced happily, like they were drunk. Their bodies bumped into each other and Quinn was tripping over her feet but Puck was always catching her and pulling her back up. She never had this much fun in weeks and she was hella grateful. Once they were both out of breath, they both crashed down on the carpet, panting heavily but they were still laughing. Puck never saw this happy ever since he died. It made him smile even more and made him laugh even harder.

He reached over and tickled her sides and she split into more laughs. They rolled on top of each other on the carpet until they stopped. Puck was on top of her, his hands on her waist and her arms locked around his neck. She pulled him closer, her hot breath on his face. Before she knew it, Puck was kissing her. Her heart thumped against her chest so loudly that she was sure Percy (Puck) could feel it through her shirt. She was unable to think about anything else other than the way Percy's (Puck's) lips had tasted. Her hands reached under his shirt. She grabbed his shirt pulled it over his head. Puck's mouth moved to her neck. Quinn closed her eyes at the feel of Puck's lips at every inch of her skin. She shuddered. Suddenly, her mind skipped to the memory of Sam and her in the middle of the hallway, Sam dumping her for Santana because he found out that she had been cheating on him with Finn.

"Stop." She whispered. He immediately did so. "What? Did I do something wrong?"

"No. I just realized that I didn't invite you to my wedding." She said suddenly.

It was sort of a strange request. "You know, as Sam doesn't really like you so you can't be one of his groomsmen. You'll be one of my..brides-men."

"Brides-men? Is that legal?"

"It is. Since it's my wedding."

He really didn't know what to say. So she was marrying Sam after all even after she told him she loved him. He still didn't know what he was feeling and it certainly didn't help if he was going to go all "Negative Nancy" on Quinn's wedding. And she loved Sam. He should be happy for her, just like a real husband should be. Supporting her. Being there for her. And being still sort of buzzed with their hot make-out session on the carpet a few moments ago it was certainly a factor for him to say, "Yeah. Sure. So when is your wedding?"

"August 28."

"But that's like in…one month."

She nodded. "I know."

"In one month you're getting married?"

"It's just going to be a quick ceremony but the reception is going to be…"

"Kickass." He added helpfully.

"I was going to say elegant and high class but…"

"That works too."

"So are you going?"

"To the ceremony or the reception?"

"Both of course."

"Then yeah. I'm going."

Two Days Before The Wedding:

Puck's POV

The days leading up to the wedding had been hectic. Since I had nothing else to do, I went with Quinn and her friends making the wedding day preparations. The weeks were bittersweet. I had a blast seeing my old friends hanging out, laughing. I knew I was a part of it but I had to act dumb and always asked questions. But mostly I was always watching Quinn and Sam, always together, picking out cake flavors, invitations and other stuff that couples do. They were always giggling to themselves, hugging, clutching each others hands and whispering in each others ear whenever they were close. Puck felt sick to his stomach because of many things. The first was that she was marrying him, the second was that she was never like that with me. I mean, she would be all cuddly and coy when were alone or something but she was never like…like when she was with Sam.

I could tell they were playing footsie under the table when we go to the Cheesecake Factory or something. It sort of helped that Rachel and Finn were there to comfort me but all the same, it was…I really didn't know how to describe it.

After the girls fitted on their bridesmaids dresses, they went with us to get our tuxes on. Again, I felt like a third wheel to the group because most of them were together. Like Brittany and Santana, Kurt and Blaine, Finn and Rachel, Mike and Tina and Sam and Quinn. Artie and Mercedes were around but they were hanging around with the rest. As we went inside the tuxedo store, a Tim Gunn lookalike greeted us. "Okay gentlemen, I need you to line up in front of me here so I can get a good look."

None of us guys complained and lined up in front. The Tim Gunn lookalike made comments as he observed each one of us. Finn got "cute" and "great bone structure". Mike got "cute Asian eyes" and "tight abs" which made Tina laugh. When he got to the Sam, the Tim Gunn lookalike nodded and said, "Cute. Although he could use some chap stick on his lips."

When he got to me, I stood frozen. "Is this the groom?" He asked, observing me. Nobody said a word. "Gorgeous. A true male specimen."

"Um, he's the groom." Quinn pointed at Sam. The Time Gunn lookalike shot a disapproving glance at Quinn. "Oh honey…" He sashayed over to him and said, "Well…you could do. Gentlemen and ladies, if you would follow me."

The group followed him into the depths of the store. It was filled with so many tuxedos it was sort of impossible. Suddenly, Sam's phone went off. "It's Beth. I gotta pick her up. I'll try on the tux when I get home." Sam gave Quinn a quick peck on the cheek and dashed outside to his truck. My stomach twisted into a knot. Everyone looked great in their tuxedo and I was starting to feel pretty nervous. I mean, what if I looked fat? The tux was black with a dark purple bow tie and dark purple shirt which was made of silk and it sort of looked pretty high class for Ohio. I soon as I put it on, I felt like a waiter. I still haven't figured out the bow tie so I came out, bow tie-less. As soon I got outside, it was only Quinn sitting on one of the couches. Tina and Mike were examining other tuxes. "Where is everyone?"

"Artie and Mercedes went with Herman to look for other tuxes for Artie and Finn and Rachel went to get Lea from daycare." She said. She bit her lip when she me. She went over to me and said, "You missed your bow tie."

"Yeah…I'm not good with tuxes."

"Well you look handsome in one." She remarked taking the bow tie and her hands went around my neck so she could put it on. "Do they have clip on bow ties?" I asked, my heart, once again, thumping madly against my ribs. It always did that when she got close.

"I'm not sure." She said. "What made you say yes?"

"What?"

"That you would agree to…to Sam marrying me."

"I just want you to be happy. You know that."

"Well I just thought that…"

"You love him don't you? You were just confused, that's all."

"Do you really believe that?"

"I was there wasn't I?" I said. I leaned closer, my lips grazing her ear. "And you were a great kisser."

She smiled. There was no hint of guilt in it. "You were…so-so." She teased.

"Well that's a lie." I whispered, pulling her closer. "What can I do to change your mind?"

We were so close to kissing until Tina's voice rang out, "Hey guys - " We both broke apart. "Um, what do you guys think about Mike's? Is this about Mike's size?" She said, presenting us Mike's chose tux. "I think that's about Mike's size." Quinn said, skirting over to Mike and Tina. "What do you think Percy?" Mike asked.

"Why don't you try it on?" I suggested. Mike tried on the tuxedo as suggested. We sat next to each other on the couch, waiting for Mike to come out. Tina turned to me. "So what was that about?"

"What?" Quinn asked, playing dumb.

"About you two. Something was definitely going on." She said, there was a smile on her face as if she was actually happy that we were hooking up.

"She was just fixing my bow tie for me. I actually don't know how to put one on." I admitted. Tina nodded approvingly. When Mike came out, Tina and Quinn clapped. Tina ran to him and gushed over how hot he was. Me and Quinn exchanged glances. Artie, Mercedes and the Tim Gunn lookalike came out with a tux. As they wrapped up the tuxedo-fitting process, it was almost five. "The dinner rehearsal is tomorrow night." Quinn reminded me as we went out the store. "Right. At seven?" She nodded. "Well I gotta go and have dinner. See you tomorrow."

"You wanna have dinner at our house?"

"Again?"

"Why not?"

"You know last time that happened…"

"Oh come on. Beth wants to talk to you and…to be honest she does miss you." I really did miss Beth, not just Quinn. I missed her, a lot. Family was important to me, no matter what. It was that request that made me go. Dinner was take out pizza. Beth was talking about how she finally kicked Winona Cage's (school bully) ass. In between bites of her pizza, she said, "She was totally freaked out when I said that she had a fat ass and then after that I kicked it." She was smiling triumphantly. Sam and Quinn were frowning but I was beaming. Beth seemed to realize Quinn and Sam's disapproval and asked, "What? It was totally worth it."

"Her parents might file a lawsuit." Sam pointed out. "It was very wrong of what you did Beth." Quinn added unhelpfully.

"What? I totally kicked ass!"

"Beth, watch your mouth."

"You guys never take my side." She said, crossing her arms. She looked like she was about to punch somebody. "That's because nobody ever does. And you never listen." Quinn said. I turned to Beth. "At least you didn't get in trouble, that's what I say." I said and we did a high five. "See. He takes my side." Beth pointed out. I really didn't see anything wrong with kicking somebody's ass. Enough was enough. "So you actually believe that kicking someone's behind is appropriate. I've seen that Winona girl and she's bigger than you." Sam said, sipping his Coke Zero.

"Are you objectifying my size? I can kick some serious ass." Beth was near punching Sam.

"Behind." Quinn added helpfully. I was pretty sure I've never heard the word "objectifying" come out of a nine year old's mouth. "Whatever mom. This house totally sucks! Nobody ever takes my side except for Percy but other than that it totally freaking sucks! Do you know how much hell I've been through?" I knew the look on Beth's face. She really wanted to punch somebody in the face. What usually calmed her down was a trip to Lima Freeze and a couple of root beer floats. "Beth. Enough We've got a guest."

"Hey Beth, you wanna go to Lima Freeze? My treat." I added helpfully. Beth looked at her mom. "Can I?" Quinn nodded. She jumped up from her seat and grabbed Quinn's car keys and jangled them under my nose. "Come on Percy! You're totally buying me a root beer float!" I grabbed Quinn's car keys and we headed out to Lima Freeze. Beth was still the same as I remembered. We bonded pretty much over the time that I've been Percy and it was still the same as ever but it never got old. "So what's up with you and mom?"

"What do you mean?"

"I mean, I know you definitely got a thing for mom. I see the way you look at her."

"How would you know?"

"It's like how my…my real dad looks at her. Before Sam, they always go almost everywhere together. They were practically happy. When they talk, there's this look in dad's eyes whenever he looks at mom. When you're their kid…you kinda see that."

"Well we don't."

"You're such a liar."

"Well, it wouldn't make any difference anyway because she's getting married."

"Oh yeah. I forgot. Sam's great but…he can't even take half of my crap at practice. He thinks I'm too stubborn."

"That makes two of us."

"You can't just let Sam marry mom. I mean, you like her!"

"Well she likes Sam and Sam likes her back and there is nothing I can do about it."

"Thats gotta suck."

"Yeah it does. Someday when you're older, you'll understand."

"Well, I'm totally rooting for you Percy. Not only are you way hotter than Sam but…I'll be really happy if you can marry mom so I don't have to put up with Sam's crap." I never really thought that Beth would like me better than Sam and I was loving that idea. "You know, it's Sunday. And every Sunday, mom goes to dad's headstone."

"And?"

"So, if you can kiss her there…you get extra points. I'll file a lawsuit if they get married. Seriously." And with that, I agreed.

When we got home, Quinn and Sam were watching TV. Beth ran to her room and Quinn thanked me for taking her to Lima Freeze to calm her head. "So, I gotta go home." I said.

"Wait, let me drive you." Quinn suggested.

"No, I can walk."

"You don't have a car Percy. And Finn and Rachel's house is…far. Beyond walking distance."

"What about Sam?"

"He's taking care of Beth." I agreed and we took her car. I was sort of surprised that Sam would agree of me being alone with Quinn but as soon as we drove down the street Quinn said, "Is it okay if we make a stop?"

"Sure." Quinn drove down to the cemetery. It looked deserted. I've never been to a cemetery at night before but this cemetery looked beautiful at night. The small pathway that led up to the hills and hills of headstones were lit with street lamps and it cast a pretty orange glow. We walked together in silence. It was a pretty cold night but she wasn't wearing a jacket and I was so tempted to wrap my arm around her. Even though it was in the middle of August, she was sort of shivering. "You cold?" She shook her head. We walked to the top of the hill. I saw the familiar willow tree and my headstone. I felt my chest tighten. She looked down sadly at the headstone. Her mouth was moving, she was whispering to it. If Quinn got married, she was going to be with Sam for the rest of her life. If Quinn got married then that would mean I could never touch how she felt about Sam. If Quinn got married, that meant that Sam would get everything I owned, my house, my wife, my family. And I was just standing by and watch it all.

"Quinn, I'm here."

She didn't turn. "Quinn, please turn around." She turned. "I'm sorry Percy. You really want to go home now do you?"

"No. I want to tell you something. No, actually, I want to show you something." My heart thumped and my pulse raced. "What?"

"I actually wanted to tell you for a long time. But I never really got the chance." I said. I slowly took off my wig and my heart was pounding so loud, it was the only thing I heard. As soon as the wig was off, her eyes widened and she held her breath. "Noah?"

"Quinn. I'm so sorry. I should've told you as soon as I knew that…I'm so sorry…" Then she smacked me across the face. At first I was too stunned at what she did to even feel the pain. I saw her face, angry, hurt…I didn't get it. Her eyes were filled with tears again. My cheek burned and stung all at the same time but her reaction was more painful than the physical pain. "Quinn." Was all I said.

"You…" She choked out. I reached out o hold her hand but she pushed me away. "Don't touch me!"

"What? What did I do wrong?I told you the truth. I know it took me a long time but that's only because I thought you moved on. I wanted you to be happy."

"You're supposed to be dead."

"I know but I just woke up and I was a ghost. I can make myself appear and disappear. I'm so sorry I didn't tell you sooner."

She looked rigid and cold. She was panting madly as if she just ran a thousand miles. "Quinn, say something." I said, reaching out for her again. As soon as I touched her hand, she felt clammy and cold. She pulled away. She looked at me as if some hobo kissed her. "Don't touch me. Don't even look at me. Don't even - "

"Quinn, what's wrong?" Hot tears were running steadily down her face. "We could be a family again. We could start a new life in New York or even Canada. Someplace where no one knows us. It could be just me, you and Beth."

"Do you even realize what's going on?" I stood speechless. "I'm getting married! I'm getting married to Sam! You know what makes it even worse? That you just stood there and watched everything and not make a single move! You were there and you didn't stop it! You knew that Sam was going to marry me and now it's too late to stop it!" She caught her breath and continued. "You've always had bad timing Noah. You're always too late. It's too late to change anything now."

"But Quinn…"

She reached out and touch my cheek. The hairs at the back of my neck stood up because her hand was cold. "I love you Noah. I always will but you're keeping me and Beth from having a proper life. She needs a father who's…alive and I need someone who can be there for me. Even if you are a ghost and can be like a human, people will know. You can dress up and be someone else and move to Georgia for all I care because I don't want to see you at my wedding. In fact, I don't wanna see you anymore. I've hurt so many people and I've hurt Sam more than once. With you being here, it's just going to make my life difficult. I've made a lot of mistakes in my life Noah. My biggest mistake was falling in love with you. I wish I could just take all of it back. If I could relive my life one more time, I never would have met you."

"We can make it work Quinn. We can make this work."

"How Noah?"

And now I was stumped. I was totally out of answers. "I don't know."

She looked down and then looked me in the eyes. "Goodbye Noah. This is the last time we'll ever see each other." At that, I knew that I messed up. Big time. Time seemed to stop and the ground beneath me fell. She never wanted to see me. Her words stung and I felt as if my heart turned to lead. I felt as if I was already dying. I should have told her when I had the chance but I was just a coward to not even try. Now I was just too late to change anything.

"If I could relieve my life one more time, I never would have met you." Ow. But what hurt even more was that it was my own fault

She walked down the hill and never looked back.

I know it took me a lot of time to update but I was trying to make this sound genuine, the hurt, the pain and the heartache especially (derived from own personal experience) =((. Anyway if it was good or bad…REVIEW =))

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