Since the trip to New York, Santana had got really busy with school and cheer like she had said she would but Brittany was okay with it. Brittany had other things to distract her from the pain she felt being away from her girlfriend. She had a new best friend, Sam Evans. The former broke stripper was keeping her entertained and keeping her mind off things as much as possible. What Santana didn't know is he had other intentions.
The winter was fast approaching and the winter dance was being prepared by new school President, Blaine, and his VP, Sam. Blaine was too busy with other school obligations so he left all the planning to Sam. He took Brittany under his wing to help him out with the theme considering the Dinosaur Prom theme was such a hit, he thought why not. It was also an excuse to spend more time around her. Their friendship had only continued to grow since Brittany went off the deep end during Britney 2.0 week. They sat in a classroom brainstorming ideas for the dance theme when Brittany came up with a brilliant idea.
"What about a Sadie Hawkins style dance and the theme can be James Bond?"
"James Bond?!"
"Yeah like guys in tuxedos and girls in glam".
"That's an amazing idea".
"Well that new Skyfall movie is coming out soon right?"
"Yup, this Friday. I can't wait".
They both agreed and with that they began planning the winter dance. Decorations, refreshments, and the song list were all discussed. The Glee Club would be singing selected theme songs from the James Bond movies including the new Bond song sung by Adele.
Three weeks later marked the week of the dance. Brittany had sent Santana an email and asked her to attend the dance but unfortunately Santana had a cheer meet that day. All Brittany wanted was a date to the dance so she decided to ask Sam as a friend. He of course accepted the offer because he liked her, more then she knew. Sam arrived at Brittany's house to pick her up wearing a metallic black tuxedo with a midnight black bow tie. Brittany slowly came down the stairs dressed in a knee length, tight sparkling golden dress.
"You look amazing Brit".
"Thanks Sam! You're looking pretty dapper yourself".
Sam held the door open for Brittany and off they went to the dance. When they got there the gym was decorated in gold and black. Everyone looked amazing and super glamorous. The only thing missing for Brittany was her girlfriend. Being in the gym reminded her of last year's Prom and how amazing Santana looked in her red dress. Red was her colour, she always looked good in red. For a while Brittany wasn't feeling the dance, she just missed her girlfriend too much. It was Sam that helped her loosen up.
"Brit, what's wrong?"
"I just wish Santana was here".
"Yeah but she's not so let's go dance and forget about her for a while".
"I'll never forget about her".
"I know but we planned this dance together and you owe me at least one dance".
Marley and Tina took the stage and began singing the new Bond song. Sam held out his hand and waited until Brittany finally grabbed it. He pulled her off the seat and dragged her onto the dance floor.
"Brit..."
"Yeah..."
"Why do you stick around when you're clearly not happy?"
"What are you talking about Sam?"
"I mean why do you stay in a relationship when the other person isn't doing enough to keep the romance alive?"
"It's not that simple".
"Then how is it?"
"I stick around because I love her. I love her more than I have ever loved anyone else in this world. If I walked away I'd be walking away from the best thing that has ever happened to me in my entire life".
Sam goes completely silent as they continue to dance. Brittany pipes up.
"Does it hurt to feel alone in this? Yes, of course it does. It would hurt for anyone and I wouldn't wish it on anyone else's relationship but it would to take a lot for me to walk away".
"Well just so you know Brit...I'd fight for you...I'd be trying a lot harder then she is but I guess if you love her that much you'd do anything for her. Even hanging around while she continues to live life not knowing just how much her girlfriend is growing up".
"Thanks...it's nice to know someone around here understands".
"I care about you Brit. You're an amazing girl and I wish Santana was here to see just how much you're trying".
"Do you always know what to say?"
"Yes..."
They both looked at each other and laughed as the song ended. Brittany turned away from Sam to walk away but Sam grabbed her hand before she could leave.
"Brit..."
"Yeah..."
Sam leaned in and kissed her. She didn't know what kept her there in that moment but something did. She kissed him back but almost immediately drew back.
"Sam I can't".
Brittany pushed him away and ran out of the gym, leaving Sam in the middle of the dance floor alone. What had she done? She let him kiss her and she kissed him back right after she told him how much Santana meant to her. She ran into the nearest girls washroom and threw open the door, slamming it shut behind her. She was breathing heavily as she locked the door and sat down on the toilet. Throwing her head down into her hands she began to cry. If Santana found out about this she would be so hurt. Yes, her girlfriend hadn't been in her life as much but that wasn't an excuse to kiss Sam back. She sat there crying for the next hour before she finally got up and wiped away the tears. Unlocking the door and walking out the washroom, she headed back home. Santana could never find out about this. It was just a silly mistake made in the spur of a moment. Tomorrow was a new day and what happened tonight didn't have to be repeated to anyone.