A/N: Haven't had the chance to edit this one out so sorry for the mistakes.

BRITTANY'S POV

"I TOLD YOU THIS CASE WAS STUPID! THIS IS WHAT HAPPENS WHEN YOU DON'T LISTEN TO ME!" I heard Santana yell inside her office. I'm sure she was scolding Kurt again for that case he took without Santana's permission. There was not enough evidence to win the case and it's really going downhill. The trial would be this afternoon and if Kurt failed to win, it would be the first loss of Santana's firm that's why she's being overly hysterical.

I peeked inside the office, testing if it was safe to go inside. I spotted Kurt with his head down in the corner, and Santana was pacing around in front of him, trying to find a solution to the problem. Seeing her in that predicament made me feel bad for her. I don't want them to lose the case though, mainly because it's Kurt's case after all. And… I'm worried about Santana.

I work in this firm too of course, though I don't agree to some of the regulations here. I've grown to like these people in a span of one week. They've been very supportive of me. Even though Santana treats me like crap, they still respect me and don't see me differently. That's why I've been doing my best to help Kurt in his case. Yes, it may seem helpless but I didn't give up. I had a hunch that there's more to the situation and I've been staying overtime to research more. And last night, my hard work paid off.

I entered the office and I was greeted by a glare from Santana. Kurt didn't even bother to look up. I guess he's really feeling bad and hopeless. The sight of him gave me the confidence to step up to Santana when she said, "What the hell are you doing here Brittany? Don't you know how to knock?"

If she knows what I was holding, she wouldn't say that to me. "What do you want?" She asked impatiently.

"I have something that may help to win the case." I said to her face. She scrunched up her eyebrows as I held out the papers I was holding. She snatched it from my hands as Kurt looked up. I met his gaze and I smiled at him encouragingly.

Meanwhile, Santana busied herself in reading the files I gave her, slowly walking back and sitting to her desk. Kurt and I watched her as her expression changed from being skeptical to enlightenment. A smirk formed in her lips which made my heart thump in my chest.

She looked up and stared into my eyes deeply which made the thumping heart in my chest beat faster. I was drowning in those chocolate orbs and I can't look away. It was like she was studying me thoroughly, seeing through my soul. My breath hitched as the smirk turned into a beautiful smile.

"Well Kurt, it seems that you're in luck today." Kurt's eyes widened and he stood up from his seat to stare at me. I stared back and I put on a sincere grin. "Thanks to Ms. Pierce here, you're neck has been saved." Kurt couldn't believe what happened. Santana handed over the papers to him and he fumbled through it, scanning through the pages.

He finally smiled as the moment sunk in. He turned to me, giving me a tight hug and said, "Thank you so much Brittany! I will do well in the case later!" He giggled and I laughed. "It's nothing. Now go and win the case okay?" I said as head towards the exit. Before I closed the door, I saw Santana watching me wearing an expression that I couldn't describe. I let it slide and returned to my desk.

That afternoon, I joined the rest of the staff to watch Kurt in the televised trial at the office lounge. Santana and Sam were sitting behind him at defendant's side looking on. Kurt was really confident during the trial and he really used my research to support his evidence. I've never been so proud of myself, knowing I helped a great lawyer solve his case.

And as expected, the trial was won over and everyone was celebrating. I didn't take part of the celebration, instead, I head over to my desk and started on some papers that I was supposed to arrange.

I was so caught up in my work that I didn't notice that the time flew by. I can see through the slightly tinted glass window near my desk that it's getting dark. I concentrated too much on my task. I'm not really a workaholic but when I want to finish something, I do it immediately. I'm not a fan of procrastination so I always have this urge to get things done as soon as I can.

I didn't realize I spaced out a bit by looking through the window. I guess my brain took a break and shut off momentarily. It was pretty quiet in the usually busy office so I almost jumped out of my seat when I heard someone spoke.

"What are you looking at?" I shifted my head to the sound of the voice. It was Santana. She was leaning in the wall near my table and was looking at me curiously. Her gaze turned to the window I was staring at a while ago and when she found nothing in particular, she continued. "It's getting dark. Why are you still here?" She said with a concerned tone.

Really? She was concerned? Come to think of it, she's pretty calm talking to me right now. Is it because there is no one around to hear her humiliate me? Or is there something else?

"Oh… I was just finishing some papers. I didn't realize it was already getting late." I said as I started to arrange the scattered papers on my desk. From the corner of my eyes, I saw her walking towards me and finally stopping at the edge of the desk. She gathered some papers, obviously helping me to get them sorted.

The silence was kinda awkward. I guess she sensed it and decided to break it by having some small talk with me. "Well, aren't you a hard worker? You're not like the other university students we've had."

I don't know if that was a compliment or what but I was taken aback by her statement and a wave of comebacks hit my brain. "Of course Attorney Lopez, I'm not like anyone else." Maybe my tone was harsher than I thought it would because Santana end up saying, "Woah! Calm down okay? I didn't mean anything bad."

I stared at her incredulously, waiting for some punch line or a sign of anything that she's playing with me but it didn't come. Instead, she stared at me with those eyes again like earlier inside the office. I was caught by them again and I didn't have the strength to look away. I didn't realize I was holding my breath before I felt that I needed air. I gasped slightly which she noticed.

An adoring smile appeared on her face as she said, "Thank you."

"For what?"

"For helping Kurt with his case. I know it wasn't easy finding those files and I don't know how you managed to get them but… really… Thank you Brittany." I think my heart melted with the way she said my name. It was the first time I heard her say it after she found out who I was without anger in her voice. My heart beat was going faster again but I composed myself.

"It's nothing. I'm just doing my job." I said calmly this time. She let out a raspy chuckle which I found so sexy. I mentally slapped myself for thinking that but I can't help it. Recently, her laugh became one of my favorite sounds although I don't hear it a lot, except when she mocks me. But this one's different. It was a real laugh. And it was because of me.

"Maybe you don't get the situation at all. Kurt is one of the best lawyers I know and he's not the type to slip up like that. He always does his best in every case he handles. That's why I was really amazed that he overlooked something crucial like that, having you discovered it." Santana said sincerely with a smile on her face, like she was proud of me.

I wasn't really sure what to say so I just said something pathetic like, "Oh… I'm happy I helped."

She smirked at my simplicity and moved closer to me. When we were like inches apart, she whispered quietly, "You will be a great lawyer someday Brittany. Maybe better than me."

My heart swelled inside my chest. I'm not sure what really caused it. Is it the way she looked at me adoringly? Is it because she just said something nice to me? Or the way her hot breath touches my face as she whispered in that raspy tone?

I'm confused inside my head right now. I can't think straight. She was so close to me and my feelings are bursting through my loud thumping heart. If she just lean in a little bit more, I might feel those pouty lips on mine.

And then she slowly does.

Every vein in my system wanted my eyes closed to accept what was supposed to happen but my head is fighting it, bombarding me of countless reasons why this situation is all wrong. I know what I wanted. If I could just tell my brain to shut up then the battle between my head and my heart would be over. Close your eyes Brittany.

I felt my eyelids dropping slowly, knowing fully what I chose to do. Hers were like my eyes as well, closing slowly as the distance of our faces shortened. I let my feelings take over me for the first time as I anticipate the contact. I can feel her breathing in my lips thus making my mind go blank. Just a little bit more…

"BRITTANY!"

I came to my senses at Kurt's shrill voice rang in the room. I backed away from Santana just in time before anything happened. I was disappointed but relieved as well. How could I let myself succumb to Santana? This could never happen again. I need to be more careful. Thank god for Kurt.

I saw the adoring look vanish from Santana's face replacing it with an annoyed scowl. She crossed her arms over her chest while she watched Kurt almost tackled me to the floor with a bone crushing hug. I slightly lost my balance but someone supported me from behind and I saw that it was Sam. The scowl on Santana's face became more evident and I saw her roll her eyes dramatically.

"Hey." Sam said gently as Kurt loosened his death grip on me. "Heard you were the savior, good job." He continued. Kurt countered, "It's wasn't just good Sam. It was excellent! I owe you Brittany!"

"Don't worry about it. It was my pleasure." I said beaming to them both.

"Say, since you're the key to our success earlier, why don't you join us for a little celebration?" Sam suggested and Kurt nodded to show his agreement.

I turned to Santana's direction slightly, trying to see what her reaction was but she's still sporting that death glare that I'm pretty sure was directed at Sam. I didn't want to get ahead of myself and assume but I think she doesn't like the idea. Which is why…

"Uhh.. No thanks. It's getting late and I really have to go home." What? Did I just say that? I was sure that I would say, 'yeah sure' just to annoy Santana but something inside me doesn't want to.

"Aww.. C'mon Britt. Promise we'll drive you home!" Kurt said still trying to convince me. I felt silly looking over at Santana like I'm trying to get her permission. She nodded nonetheless which made me agree to the request.

"Okay."

Kurt squealed and clapped his hands in excitement while Sam beamed broadly at me. As for Santana, she's not too pleased but decided to go along with us.

So here I am sitting in the passenger seat of Santana's car while Kurt and Sam rode Sam's car. So much for avoiding Santana after what happened earlier. But she was nothing but respectful. She didn't even bring the subject up nor teased me about it. The air inside the car is thickening with uncomfortable silence but still she didn't say a word.

We arrived at the restaurant within 15 minutes, Sam and Kurt behind us. Santana graciously opened the car door for me which I showed my appreciation by muttering 'thank you' and she flashed that heart warming smile again at me. What is her deal? Why is she being too nice?

I let the speculations leave my brain as Kurt clutched his arms around mine while Sam put his hand on my shoulder. We sat on a 4 seater, Kurt and Santana in front of me and Sam beside me. They ordered food and drinks and talked about the case earlier and some random things. I didn't talk much because I enjoyed listening to their conversations especially when Santana is involved. She becomes defensive, boastful, happy, and angry within a span of 5 minutes. The other two just laughed at her while I watched her carefully but discreetly. I hope she didn't notice.

Sometimes I catch her throwing stolen glances at me but when I do, she immediately looks away. Other times I saw her guarding Sam's every move especially when he was getting closer to me. Kurt on the other hand, kept teasing me and Sam, like on how we look good together and Sam should do something about me…

And yes Santana wasn't pleased.

I excused myself for a while to go to the restroom while they are having another round of beers. I didn't drink of course coz Quinn will kill me if she finds out.

Speaking of Quinn, she's calling me right now. Oh god, I'm in a heap of trouble.

"Hello?"

"BRITTANY S. PIERCE! WHERE ARE YOU? WHAT TIME DO YOU THINK IT IS RIGHT NOW?" Quinn yelled through the phone. I had to turn the phone away from my face a bit to avoid getting deaf.

"I'm so sorry Quinn! My office mates decided to celebrate because they won a case earlier. I'm about to go home… and no I'm not drinking!" I reasoned out but Quinn doesn't seem to calm down.

"Go home right now or so help me I will punish you!" I rolled my eyes at her statement. I'm old enough to stay out late! But of course, I love my sister so much I can't not obey her. So I sighed, submitting to her and said, "Okay. I will go right now. See you later." I sighed loudly again after the phone call.

"Was that Quinn?"

I snapped my head quickly to the sound of her voice. She was standing behind me with a concerned look on her face. That was like the… I lost count… she gave me tonight.

"Uhh.. yeah.."

"Seeing your reaction, I think she's not happy that you stayed out late huh?"

I nodded my head and she let out a small chuckle. "That's so typical of Quinn." She stared at me for about a few seconds and said, "C'mon, you don't want her to keep on waiting. I'll drive you home."

My initial reaction of course is to decline. "Uhh no thanks. I'll go alone."

"No you're not. You're coming with me." She took my hand and led me to our table. I yanked it off before the other two saw us.

"Brittany's going home…" She started, but was cut off when Sam stood up suddenly from his seat and said, "I'll drive you."

He quickly went by my side before Santana could say anything. She was about to burst when Kurt tugged her hand hard so she was sitting once again in the table, Kurt clearly not letting her go.

"Shall we?" Sam asked me and of course I nodded. This is good coz I don't want to experience an uncomfortable silence with Santana again. Plus, I don't want her to know where I lived.

I said goodbye and thank you to Kurt and Santana before following Sam out of the restaurant door.

SANTANA'S POV

"What the hell Kurt?" I growled at him after the two blondes left. "I was supposed to drive her home!"

Kurt rolled his eyes, not caring that I am so pissed off at him right now. "Oh please Santana, do you think Brittany likes it that you'll bring her home? And besides, what if her sister saw you? Coz maybe she's outside their house right now waiting for Brittany."

I was silenced by that counter. He has a point. I can't risk it. Not right now.

"You're right but with Sam? Kurt he likes her." I said sounding weak but Kurt didn't mind.

"Don't worry too much. It'll be fine." He said confidently. I didn't get the message behind that statement, or is there even? All I know is I am so uncomfortable right now, wondering what the two are doing.

"I swear to god if Sam puts the moves on Brittany, I will kill him."

"Santana, you don't own Brittany. It's her choice." I shot him my best death glare but he continued smiling at me. What's with him? I have this feeling that he knows something I don't know. Even so, I will find out.

BRITTANY'S POV

"You did really well for an intern. Imagine, you helped Kurt win a big case? That's really saying something." Sam said cheerfully. He hasn't gotten over it yet which really amazes me.

"Thanks." I said shyly. I don't like to brag about the stuff I did. Sometimes it weirds me out when someone keeps talking about my achievements. Like right now. But I tried my best not to show it.

"I'm surprised you're not a lawyer yet. But when you do, I know you'll be awesome." He said sincerely, not taking his eyes off the road.

I felt grateful that Sam has that confidence about me and I really think he appreciates what I do. But Santana said the same thing to me earlier. I just don't get why I didn't feel the same heart melting feeling I did when those words came out of her mouth. Coming from Sam, it was just a normal compliment.

I let out a small laugh and muttered 'thank you' for the umpteenth time today. After that, there was silence but it wasn't as uncomfortable as it was with Santana. Although in my head, I kept praying for the ride to be over and not deal with anymore compliments.

And my prayers have been answered when I saw the familiar road near our house. "Just pull over here." I said.

"Is this your house?" He asked.

"Uhh no, it's around the corner."

"Then let me take you there."

"NO. It's okay. Just pull over here please?" I insisted and thank the heavens he stopped and obeyed me and didn't question me any further.

"Thanks for the ride." I said.

"No problem."

As I was about to get off the car, I felt Sam grab my hand, not letting me out just yet. "Brittany wait."

I looked at him curiously and I sensed there was something wrong. "What is it?"

"I.. really like you and… uhh… W-will you go out on a date with me?" He said hesitantly.

I didn't know what to say. I like Sam as a friend but I don't think I want to date him. My thoughts wandered to something else. Or should I say someone else.

"Brittany?"

I realized I spaced out a little. Sigh. This is gonna be hard. "Sam… I like you too as a friend but… I'm not really sure if I wanted to date right now." I intentionally put emphasis on the words 'as a friend'. I know what you're thinking, it's just a date and it's not gonna be a big deal but for me it is.

"You don't want to date right now or you don't want to date me?" He asked again. I know it took a lot from him to say that but why is he being difficult?

"No, I just don't want to date right now."

"Because I'm not her?"

"What?" The question caught me off guard.

"Santana. It's because of her right?" Who is he to make these kinds of assumptions? Yes, I admit that one of the reasons is Santana. Well, she could be one if there are more reasons. But I can't think of any.

"I'm…sorry Sam." I gave him a sympathizing look but I know it won't be able to cure the sadness I gave him.

"It's okay. I just took a chance. And don't worry. I won't tell her." I let out a sigh of relief. Sam really is a good guy.

"Well, that's it. I had a great time tonight. See you on Monday!" His demeanor changed suddenly, making me feel bad for him more. But I decided to play along with it and said, "See you. Drive safe."

He gave me a weak smile that I reciprocated. I got off the car and walked straight home to be greeted by an angry Quinn.

A/N: (Part 2)

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