Chapter 8
The next day
The next morning Finn woke up in a daze. He didn't get much sleep cause he was tossing and turning all night. Trying to wrap his head around the turn of events of yesterday. When he learned that Quinn was back in town. So many feelings came to mind. He was happy she was back. Hoping he would get the chance to tell her how he felt. When he saw her again his heart caught in his chest. She was still the most beautiful girl he ever seen in his life. Then the turn of events that unfolded in less than 2 hours. He remembers watching Quinn walk down the stairs with a baby in her arms. He like everyone else thought the baby was her little brother. But when she said the baby wasn't her brother but her son. His world tipped on it's axis. Then when she said the baby was his. He had two feelings sock and overwhelming love. And holding him for the first time. He can't even describe the feelings that came over him. He fell in love with his son at first sight. He never known that kind of love with someone other than with Quinn. The family moments they shared together. He loved it now he just needed to convince Quinn to stay here permanently. Finn was pulled out of his day dream when there was a knock on the door.
Carol- Finn it's time to get up or you will be late for school. Finn groaned.
Finn- Yeah, yeah mom I'm getting up. Finn rolled out of bed to get ready.
A half an hour later Finn walked into the kitchen to see him mom, Burt and Kurt all sitting at the table. Carol looked at her son who looked a little ragged.
Carol- Honey are you ok? Finn sat down at the table.
Finn- Has a weird night that is all.
Burt- What happened?
Finn-Where do I begin.
Carol- From the beginning I suppose.
Finn- Well for starters yesterday at regional's. When Kurt and Mercedes said they had seen Quinn there.
Carol- As in Quinn, Quinn.
Kurt- The one and only.
Finn- Anyway after they told us she was there. We all decided to go and see her. When he got there she wasn't all that surprised to see us. She knew Kurt and Mercedes were going to tell us she was there. She told us where she has been all this time.
Carol- Where has she been?
Finn- Paris, she has been there ever since she left here. She told us she was only in town because her father had a heart-attack. But she was going back to Paris. Then she did a complete 180 and just like that her attitude changed. She heard something and rushed up the stairs. She tried to get us to go but nobody seemed to want to leave. So she said for us to stay there and not go anywhere. Then she rushed up the stairs so fast nobody knew what was happening. Some time later she showed up again but this time she wasn't alone this time.
Burt- Who was with her a guy? Kurt smiled.
Kurt- Yeah you can say that. A cute guy I might add.
Burt- Kurt not a propitiate right now.
Kurt- What I am stating the truth. Finn rolled his eyes.
Finn- Yes she showed up with a guy but it was a baby.
Carol- A baby?
Finn- Yeah a baby. Everything happened so fast after that. One minute I think this baby is her little brother. Then the next minutes she tells us he isn't her brother but her son. When I learned she had a son I was angry and apart of me was jealous. That once again Quinn had another baby with someone else. When trying to process all of this I must have blocked out the next two things out.
Carol- Honey what happened?
Finn- The next thing I can remember. Is Quinn walking over to me with the baby in her arms. She looked me right in the eyes and told me the baby was my son.
Carol- Your son?
Finn- Yes mom my son.
Carol- How can you be so sure after what happened the last time.
Kurt- No he is Finn's son he looks just like Finn. In every way but has Quinn's hair color.
Carol- Finn is that true?
Finn- Yes mom he is my son in every way. When I first held him all these feelings came over me.
Carol- Kids will do that to you. So tell me all about my grandson. Like what's his name when was he born. She said excitedly.
Finn- He was born October 21st.
Carol- But that is your birthday.
Finn- I know now my birthday will be extra special. Cause I now get to share it with my son.
Burt- Even better so what's the little guy's name.
Finn- His name is Christopher Kurt Fabray Hudson. Quinn named him after dad.
Carol started crying a little remembering her first husband.
Carol- Christopher? She said with tears in her eyes.
Finn- Yeah she said it was the only name she wanted to name him. She wanted our son to have something of dad and what better way of honoring is memory than naming him after him. She told me she never let's anyone call him Chris it's always Christopher.
Carol- Well I would like to meet him.
Finn- Yeah I'll talk to Quinn about it and set something up.
Burt- Not to bring up a sore subject. But what about Quinn.
Finn- What about her?
Burt- What are your feelings towards her.
Finn- That is simple Burt I love her. Like I told her it's always been her. I told her I still love her but she said she couldn't believe that. That too much has happened for us to go back.
Kurt was about to approach such subject. Cause he knew how Quinn was feeling about the whole thing. He was there so see her fall.
Kurt- Finn can you blame her. I don't mean to be harsh about this and I've kept this in for so long cause Quinn never wanted anyone to know how she was feeling. But you hurt Quinn more than you will ever know. In the weeks that I got to know her. She would always look so sad even if she tried hard to hide it. I can remember the last time I saw her before the whole Sam thing came out. One night after watching Stevie and Stacy and me bring him close. Quinn left before I did. When I walked out the door I heard someone crying. So I went to check it out to make sure that person was ok. At first I didn't realize it was her. Her makeup was all smeared and tears were running down her face. I've never seen her like that before. Once I said her name she turned around wiping her tears from her face. I sat down beside her and asked her what was wrong. Of course she told me nothing was wrong but I didn't believe her. So I asked her what was wrong and that anything that she tells me I would keep to myself. She told me about everything that went down. From between her and Sam, then you and her, then to you and Rachael. She said that she was losing you and there was nothing she could do to stop it. And she didn't know how much longer she would be able to hold onto you. After she told me all the events that were happening she broke down and cried even harder. So I did the only thing I could do I just wrapped my arms and around her and held her. She told me that was all she ever wanted you to do. That all she wanted was you to tell her that you loved her and everything would be ok. She said my arms were great but they weren't yours. That she always felt safe in your arms. Finn I've never seen Quinn so vulnerable in my life as she was in that moment. When she told us that she was leaving because she couldn't take the heart-ache anymore. Apart of me wanted to go with her that. She told me I can't I have to stay here. Because I had Blaine in my life and she also wanted me to stay for one more reason and that is you. She wanted me to look after you for her. Finn that girl knows you better than you know yourself. She was right about you shutting everyone out and it was because you did. She just wanted you to be happy Finn even if it wasn't with her. And just from yesterday seeing her. She still tries so hard to hide it but she is still carrying around a lot of pain.
Finn sighed heavily and got up out of the chair and turned around to face them.
Finn- You don't think I don't know that Kurt. I was it for myself yesterday. When I first saw her to me she looked like the same old Quinn. But I could tell something was different about her. She was more guarded around me than she ever was before. It was never my intention to hurt her. And looking back on the events leading up to her leaving. If I was her and someone was doing to me what I was doing to her. I would have said so long a long time ago.
Kurt- She stayed because she thought things would get better and when they didn't. She felt defeated. Like she had to measure up to someone she couldn't. I told her she didn't have to measure up to anyone. Cause she was her own person flaws and all. But you know Quinn, Finn. She is a kind person who doesn't let her feelings show but she has them. She doesn't want people to see her weak and vulnerable sides. And she certainly isn't going to tell you what she is feeling. But after seeing her with Christopher yesterday. I could tell she was letting people see her love and caring side. And I'm proud of her for standing up to Rachael like she did. I watched a mother protecting her child at any costs. I would have loved to have seen Quinn deck her one. I wanted to slap her myself after those awful words came out of her mouth.
Finn- Yeah I have to say I was proud of Quinn. Of they way she went toe to toe with Rachael. But we are getting off the subject. I am going to do everything I can. To get Quinn back. Now that I know what it's like to be without her everyday. I love her and I want her and my son back here where they belong.
Carol- Alright boys it's time to get to school. We will just have to set something up so we all can meet him.
Finn- Like I said I will talk to Quinn and I will let you guys know. Finn and Kurt packed up their stuff and left for school.
Across town Quinn and Christopher were making their way downstairs. She walked into the kitchen to find both of her parents eating breakfast.
Quinn- Good morning mom and dad.
Judy & Russell- Morning baby.
Judy- How did everything go last night? Trying not to pry.
Quinn- Well it looks like I'll be staying a little while longer. Just until Finn and I work things out regarding Christopher.
Judy- What about Finn? She said with a raised eyebrow.
Quinn- What about him. Besides the fact he is dating a treacherous Bitch. Nothing is going to happen between us. Too much has happened and too much pain to ever go back. Been there done that and not going back again.
Russell- That wasn't what it looked like to me last night. Teasing his little girl about finding her and Finn in a passionate lip-lock.
Quinn- Daddy what you saw was a weak moment but it's never going to happen again.
Russell- If you say so baby. So what are your plans for the day?
Quinn- I thought I would bring Christopher to McKinley High and show him around. I was just going to feed him and then we will go.
Judy- You two go and have fun.
1 hour later Quinn and Christopher were ready to go.
Quinn- Ok mom and dad we are leaving but we will be back after a while.
Judy- Alright drive safe and I love you two.
Quinn- We love you too mom. With a smile Quinn turned and walked out the door.
10 minutes has passed when Quinn left when the Fabray's phone rang Judy answered the phone.
Caller- Mrs. Fabray this is Taylor. Judy smiled.
Judy- Taylor how many time do I have to tell you call me Judy. Taylor laughed.
Taylor- I am just calling to check on Quinn. Is she in?
Judy- No Taylor I am afraid not. She and Christopher went out for a bit.
Taylor- How's our girl doing?
Judy- Oh you know Quinn.
Taylor- To well I am afraid.
Judy- Quinn has had her ups and downs since she's been back. But I think she is doing better since the truth came out. The weight she has been carrying for so long has been lifted.
Taylor- Can you keep a surprise?
Judy- Yes. She said excitedly.
Taylor- I am just about to land and I wanted to surprise Quinn. So you know where I can find her?
Judy- Oh she will be so happy to see you. She said she was bringing Christopher to show him around the school.
Taylor- Alright I will catch up with her. Just don't tell her I am here I want it to be a surprise.
Judy- I won't tell and it will be great to see you again.
Taylor- You too Judy give my best to Russell.
Judy- I will. With that they both smiled and hung up the phones.
½ hour later Quinn pulled into the parking lot. She got out of the car and took Christopher out of his car seat and grabbed his diaper bag. Quinn looked at the school and so many memories of this place. Some good and some bad. After a minute she walked into the school. When she walked in the hallways were empty. She looked around seeing it was the same old school.
Quinn- Well Christopher this is where mommy use to go to school. I was a cheerleader Head-cheerleader that is. Your daddy also goes here. He is the Quarterback for the football team. Christopher smiled and cooed at his mommy. Quinn smiled back.
Quinn- Yeah I know so cliché isn't Quarterback and Head-Cheerleader but we were so much more than that. Or so I thought but daddy didn't love me. Not like I loved him he loved that witch Rachael. Christopher smiled when his mom said that.
Quinn- Oh baby I wish you didn't have to go through drama and pain. But like grandma says it's a part of life. Quinn started walking to the auditorium and walked in.
Quinn- This is where all the magic begins. I loved singing and dancing on that stage. That stage is where your daddy really comes alive. Christopher your dad had a lot of singing talent dancing not so much. He's got two left feet but we won't hold that against him will we. Christopher smiled.
Quinn slowly walked out of the auditorium and walked down the hall. She walked until she came to the hallway where the choir room was. She could hear all of them singing their numbers. She walked until she was standing in the doorway. She stood there and watch them but no one seemed to know she was there. She thinks they were great. After they finished singing their songs. Lauren was the first one to see Quinn. As she was trying to sneak out the door.
Lauren- Quinn. After saying her name they all looked up to see her in the doorway.
Mr. Schue- Quinn this is a nice surprise. Quinn walked into the room.
Quinn- Well it was all Christopher's idea. He wanted to come see the place so I said what the heck. I'll show him around the old stomping grounds.
Mercedes- It was all his idea.
Quinn- Yes it was. They all gave her that look.
Quinn- Ok, ok you all got me. I thought it was time to show him the place. There is a lot of good memories in this place.
Mr. Schue- How's the little guy going? Quinn smiled.
Quinn- Great as usual. I am pretty lucky he is such a good baby. I only had to get up with him twice last night. But it was only to feed him and change him and then he went back to sleep.
Santana- In all the commotion yesterday I can't believe no one asked when he was born.
Quinn- He was born October 21st at 7:25 P.M. After spending some of the day before and most of the day of in labor with him. A total of 15 hours of labor. It was well worth it in the end. After holding him in my arms for the first time.
Brittney- How much did he weight?
Quinn- He weighed 9 # 2oz and 21" long.
Mr. Shue- Good size baby he was.
Quinn- You are telling me. You didn't see me pregnant. Not a pretty sight.
Kurt- Don't say stuff like that I bet you were your gorgeous self.
Quinn- Thanks Kurt for that pick me up. We didn't mean to interrupt. I was just walking down the hall when I heard you guys. You were all great by the way.
As all of this is going on Finn couldn't take his eyes off of Quinn. Still as beautiful as ever. When she said the comment about her being pregnant. He himself was about to say the same thing but Kurt beat him to it. Then his eyes landed on his son. His son still trying to get use to it that he was a father. To that wonderful little boy and he is madly in love with his mother.
Mercedes- Can I hold the little guy?
Quinn- Of course you can. But first Christopher wants to say hi to his daddy. Quinn walked over to Finn so he could see his son. All the while glaring at Rachael who was sitting on the other side of him. Finn looked down at his son and smiled.
Finn- Hey little guy I missed you last night. But guess what I told your grandma all about you. She is so excited to meet you.
Quinn- Just pick a day and we are there.
Finn- So Christopher really wanted to see me. Quinn he is only 6 weeks old. How do you know that?
Quinn- I know that because he told me so.
Finn- He did, did he. He raised an eyebrow at her. In which she thought was awfully sexy.
Quinn- Yes he told me. We are like this. She said crossing her fingers. Finn smiled and leaned down to kiss his head.
Finn- Your mommy is crazy. Christopher smiled at seeing his daddy.
After a few more minutes with Finn. Quinn walked over to Mercedes and gently handed Christopher to her. After he was settled in her arms. Mercedes looked down at this precious child.
Mercedes- Hey little one I'm Mercedes and your mommy is one of my best friends.
Quinn- And Mercedes is one of mommy's good friends. She has helped mommy out. For that reason alone and if she agrees. I want her to be your godmother. A tear rolled down Mercedes face.
Mercedes- Really you want me to be his godmother?
Quinn- Yes I do. I trust you to look after him if I can't. So will you?
Mercedes- Yes of course I will. I am just honored you asked. Then Quinn looked at Kurt.
Quinn- How about it Kurt. I can't think of anyone else I trust more to look after him if I can't. Will you be Christopher's godfather? Kurt was completely speechless by it.
Kurt- Of course I will. Now Mercedes don't hog him it's my turn. Quinn laughed and Mercedes handed the baby over to Kurt. Kurt looked down at this little boy who come to mean do much to him.
Kurt- Well aren't you the cutest little guy I know. But we have to do something about what you are wearing.
Quinn- What is wrong with what he is wearing Kurt? Putting her hands on her hips.
Kurt- It has no style but we will fix that. Won't we buddy and Christopher smiled at him. Which got a chuckle out of everyone.
Mr. Schue started to change the subject.
Mr. Schue- How long are you staying in town?
Quinn- Not sure yet for a little bit longer. Brittney raised her hand and Mr. Schue acknowledged her.
Mr. Schue- Yes Brittney.
Brittney- Mr. Schue on behalf of some of us from Glee Club we would like to ask you something.
Mr. Schue- What is that Brittney?
Brittney- We would like Quinn to sing for us. Since she's been gone her voice has been missed by some of us.
Mr. Shue- That is fine by me as long as Quinn wants to.
Brittney- Please Quinn.
Quinn- Alright but just one. Then Christopher and I need to go. It's time for his nap soon.
Quinn walked over to the piano and looked the sheet music. She looked for several seconds before she found the perfect song. As Quinn was looking threw the music Finn leaned towards Kurt.
Finn- Can I hold my son now please. Kurt looked at Finn and saw a loving father.
Kurt- Finn you don't ever have to ask. Kurt handed Christopher over to his father. Finn was just amazed by his son. He looked up to see Quinn turning around.
Quinn- Ok I am ready.
Mr. Schue- Take it away Quinn. Mr. Schue walked over to the group and sat down.
As the music started playing Quinn took a deep breath.
As I look into your eyes
I see all the reasons why
My life's worth a thousands skies
You're the simplest love I've known
And the Purest one
I'll own
No You'll never be alone.
My baby you
Are the reason I could fly
And cause of you
I don't have to wonder why
Baby you
There's no more
Just getting by
You're the reason I feel so alive
Through these words
I sing are true
They still fail to
Capture you
As mere words can only do
How do I explain that smile
And how it turns my world around
Keeping my feet on the ground
My baby you
Are the reason I could fly
And cause of you
I don't have to
Wonder why
Baby you
There's no more
Just getting by
You're the reason I feel so alive
I will soothe you if you fall
I'll be right there if you call
You're my greatest gift of all
You're the reason I
Fly
And cause of you
I don't have to
Wonder why
My baby you
There's no more
Just getting by
You're the reason I
Feel so alive
Christopher, I feel so alive.
As Quinn finished the song she wiped a tear from her face. She looked up to see the others wiped a tear from their faces too. They all started clapping but no one seem to see the figure leaning in the doorway.
Taylor- Now there is that voice I missed at love so much. Everyone looked up to see a person standing in the doorway. All wonder who this stranger was. If he was here to spy on us. Quinn on the other hand just froze when she heard that voice.
End of Chapter 8
Next Chapter
Is Taylor a guy or a girl. Still a mystery You will find out in this chapter.
A/N Hope you liked it. As always please review. Will at least have one more chapter out today. The song that Quinn sang was
My baby you by Marc Anthony. And as the end of the song I switched his daughter's name and put Christopher's name in it's place.
Thanks again,
Kari