Chapter 10: New Directions

The New Directions were having fun in the choir room, eating and drinking, celebrating their win at Nationals. Music was playing and then Mr. Schue went in front of the group and spoke.

"So," He said, "This is probably our last after-competition celebration all together...And, wow," His voice was breaking, "I can't believe most of you will be gone soon. You'll all be taking real, new directions...I'm happy for each of you, though. You guys have made all this worthwhile. Possible. And my heart swells knowing it's almost over...So, you know, years ago, when I almost left, you sang me "To Sir With Love" and said all those things about how you were before Glee club...And reminded me that I never did something like that for you. I mean, I never told you guys how I really feel. And I should. Now. So, why don't' you all sit down and listen..."

"As long as you don't rap—" Santana joked and they laughed.

"I won't," Will smiled and took a deep breath, "Two years ago, when I took over Glee Club, what I only wanted was to have a group of kids who believe in singing. Who are passionate about it. Who have hearts and...And then you started winning, and losing, and coming back strong...Each and every week, I feel so much for this group. You guys are like my children. And Glee club? It wouldn't be what it is without you guys. Finn, you taught me so much about being a man. About accepting things. About making your own decisions, even if they weren't right all the time. Rachel, you are a star. Period."

"And then he praised Rachel Berry..." Santana quipped.

Rachel laughed and Will went on, "Rachel, though you were demanding at times, you were very determined, and I guess we all look up to you for that. Puck, you have grown so much over the past few years. You take responsibility for your actions. You're brave and wise, and I just know, one day, you'll find your place in the world. You're a true artist."

"Owww..." Puck said and ran up to hug Mr. Schue. Will tapped him on the shoulders and went on, "Santana, you are one vixen. A good one, at that. You know what you want, and now that you know who you are, you're on the way to success. And I know, despite everything, you love us all."

Santana smiled, "Oh, Mr. Schue, you're making tears fall out of this balls in my face..."

"Where are the balls?" Brittany said and they cracked up.

Will spoke again, "That, Brittany, is why we love you. You are our little ray of sunshine. Never change. Sugar, looks like you're taking that spot as Britt's graduating, but I know, you also are your own person, and you're amazing at that. Rory and Joe, You two are exceptional. I do hope you've found your home here, and here's to more years! Artie, such a brave young man. I look up to you, you know? You are a truly talented person, and I know, you have a big future ahead of you."

Artie smiled, but felt like crying.

"Mike, you have grown so much from your pop and lockin' days," Will smiled, "You are a man. And I only wish the best for you. And you too, Tina. One of this group's truest artists. You've brought color into our lives, and you have grown so much, as well. Our Asian princess. Tina, you are exceptional."

Tina and Mike held hands.

"Sam. You have shown responsibility and courage for someone your age. I am really proud of you. And you, too, Mercedes, for fighting for your right in the spotlight. You deserve to shine." He paused and then, "And lastly, Quinn. I think I speak for everyone when I say that you have taught us so much, just by being you. By being real. By doing things based on how you feel. By falling, failing, and getting back up. Quinn, you have no idea how much we look up to you. You are a great person, greater than you think you are. And I don't want you to ever forget that, okay?"

Quinn smiled, "Mr. Schue," She said, "That...wow...thank you."

"So," Will said, opening a bottle of Sparkling Cider, "A toast for the future?"

"Cheers!" They all exclaimed, their eyes crying, but their hearts full of hope.

a/n: I felt like doing New Directions farewell chapter, I think it's but proper.. haha anyway, special thanks to MsMKT86 for that "stellar" review yesterday, made me smile. And thanks to y'all, as well. :)