Long time no see! special shout out to A Sparkle and A Twirl for giving me that extra push to update this story. tried to make it a long one. enjoy.

I don't own glee or the characters

Third point of view

Chapter 11

Quinn doesn't know quite what to think of everything that has happened in the last few days. Four nights ago, when Finn had showed up at her door, had been emotional. She doesn't really remember everything that happened and more importantly, she doesn't know her feelings about it. Of course she loves Finn and being wrapped in his arms felt too good to be true. But that's just it; maybe it is too good to be true. She can still see him running off to Rachel after he is tired of her. It wouldn't be the first time. Rachel… her and Rachel are becoming good friends and now Finn has to pull something like this. She hasn't talk to Rachel since the competition, and even then it was too awkward to talk to each other. They have a rehearsal tomorrow and Quinn doesn't think it would be a great idea to have everything come to a head then, with everyone else around. With Finn around. It would be better if she just talks to Rachel first, alone, and see where they stand. Quinn is starting to like having Rachel as a friend. It's easier than trying to ruin her life all the time. That's why she is at Rachel's door right now, at nine in the morning. Quinn rings the doorbell and waits.


Finn is lying on the couch tossing his football in the air. He is trying to decide rather he should call Quinn or not. It's been four days since he has actually seen her and he misses her. He has sent her a few text like 'how is your day going?' but she only replays with one word messages like 'fine' 'good' 'okay'. He is thinking about just showing up at her house again and take her out for the day, but he doesn't want to push too hard. They kind of left things up in the air that night. All he knows is that he loves her and will give her as much time as she needs.

Suddenly, Kurt walks into the living room. "Hey brother, what cha doing?" Finn forgot that he was tossing the football in the air and it comes back down right on his head. He quickly sits up swearing and holding both hands to his forehead. "Finn! Are you okay?" Kurt rushes over to him. "What is wrong with you? Aren't you suppose to be the quarterback? You should have known that was going to hurt."

"I know! I know!... I just have a lot on my mind…"

Kurt lets out a deep sigh and then run to the kitchen for an ice pack. He returns and gives it to Finn. "What's on your mind?"

"…Quinn."

Kurt smirks, "No surprise there. Have you talk to her since the night?"

"Not really, just a few simple text with simple replies."

"Well, maybe you just need to give it time, she will come around."

"But, what if she doesn't Kurt? What if she hasn't said anything because she doesn't love me and can't forgive me?"

"Don't be ridiculous, Finn. She loves you, she told you that. And as for her forgiving you, you have to show her that she can."

"I know, and I told her that I would do just that… but I'm not exactly sure how…"

Kurt lets out a chuckle, "The easiest way to do it is too be romantic, and lucky for you, you have a brother who is a hopeless romantic."

"…so… you're going to help me?"

"Of cour—" Suddenly there is a knock on the side door. Kurt walks to the other side of the room to answer it. "Puck! What are you doing here?"

Puck walks past Kurt to sit in the armchair opposite Finn. "Lauren dumped me!" Kurt covers his mouth in shock. Finn doesn't even bother and just bust out laughing. "Dude! It's not funny! No one dumps the puckinator!" Finn doubles over in laughter. Puck lets out a groan.

Kurt finally makes his way over to the two boys and sits next to Finn on the couch. He sees that Finn is still laughing and hits him on the back, causing him to stop. "I'm sorry to hear that Puck and please excuse my bother's rudeness. He has literally been hit in the head with a football."

Puck glances at Finn. "Yeah dude, what's up with that egg on your head?" Finn winces in Pain as he puts the ice pack back on his forehead. "Ugh! I can't believe Lauren did that to me! And right after I brought her to Breadsticks for the two dollars for two pancakes deal!"

"Oh yeah! We started that last week, people really like it… probably because everything else is over ten dollars…"

"Look, Whatever man. I don't even much care, I was going to break up with her anyway!"

"You were?"

"Yes! I like a bad ass chick and all but you have to draw the line somewhere!" Puck lets out a sigh. "I'm happy I don't have to see her at tomorrow's rehearsal."

"Wait, she quit the glee club too?" Kurt asks a little concerned.

"Quit? No, I fired her ass! You want to play with the Puck, the Puck will hit you right back."

"Don't you think that is a little irrational?"

"Hell no! And if you don't want to join her Hummel, you better take my side! And I mean, its not like I didn't think it through. We need twelve members to have glee club. We still have twelve even without Lauren."

"Can you both shut up so that we can get back to my problems?" Finn finally speaks up, rubbing his head in annoyance.

"What's your problem, Hudson?"

"He has a lot on his mind…"

"Thinking of the mailman again?"

"Quinn."

"SO IT'S TRUE! You dumped Rachel at a gas station and made her walk home for Quinn?"

"What?" Finn's head shoots up, "No! no, of course not! Why would you think that? WHO TOLD YOU THAT?"

"Okay, I might have put my own spin on it to make it a little more entertaining."

"How do you even know about this? The only person I told was…" Finn looks to Kurt.

"Okay, I might have let it slip to Mercedes."

"And Mercedes told me, dude."

Finn puts his head back into his hands, "Fine, but lets keep it between us, okay?"

"Oh, too late dude, I already told Santana and Mike. Everyone knows now. Hell, the whole town might know, you know how Santana gets."

Finn muffles his scream. "Fine! Fine… fine, everyone knows… lets just work on my plan to get her back."

"Who, Rachel?"

"No, Puck, Quinn!"

"I thought you already went to her house and got her back?"

Kurt leans over to Puck to whisper, "She didn't quite say yes…"

"Oh…Haha." Finn throws a pillow at Puck as he starts laughing. "And you were laughing at me when you got turned down yourself."

"SHE DIDN'T TURN ME DOWN!... She didn't, alright… she just needs time."

"She needs to see that she can trust you and your feelings, Finn" Kurt says. "I am sure she is just scared you'll play her and leave her for Rachel again."

"Yeah," Puck chips in. "And knowing Quinn, she'll probably try to test you on just that. My baby's momma is no fool." Finn glares at Puck. "…The whole baby thing is still a sore subject, isn't it?"

"Ya think?" Finn shakes his head, but can't help but laugh a little. "So what do I do? Kurt you said you'll help me. What do I do?"

"You have to woo her, Finn. Open up to her completely and hope she does the same."

"Oh, I have an idea!" Finn and Kurt look to Puck. "Try sexting her! Sext her something like 'how does my hand feel on your panties' or something like—"

"NO!" Kurt interrupts.


"Here, try this one on."

Quinn and Rachel decided that this whole situation with Finn wouldn't stop their new friendship. Rachel takes the jacket that Quinn hands her and puts it on over her sweater. They have been in the mall for about an hour now. There has been some awkward tension, but it's still pretty relaxing.

"How do I look?"

"I like it. Gives you an edgy look. And if you wear your hair straight with your bangs in front, it's perfect."

"I don't know, I never really pulled off leather before… maybe I'll come back and get it another day." She puts the jacket back on the hanger and they make their way out of the store, back to Quinn's car.

"I can't believe we were in the mall for an hour and all we got was sheet music," Quinn says as she puts the key in the car.

"Well, I just couldn't pass up that order. Besides, it might come in handy at rehearsal tomorrow." Rachel looks over to see a soft smile on Quinn's face as they get on the highway. "Look, Quinn… I… I meant what I said before. I don't blame you for Finn's choice and I surely don't hate you for it. I want us to be friends. But… I'm telling you now that it's still going to hurt tomorrow, seeing you two at rehearsal together… so I'm just asking that you don't ru—"

"Rachel, Finn and I aren't together."

"W-What do you mean?"

"I mean, we aren't together."

"But you told me—"

"Sure, he came over and announced his love for me, but… I never said that we are together now."

"Why not? If you're worried about me getting in the way again, I can assure you that Finn and I are over. I made it clear to him that I was done."

"Look, I don't know what will happen in the future, my feelings might change. But until he shows me that I can trust him… I can't trust my heart with him, not again so he can just throw it away."

"…I see what you mean, and I would probably do the same thing if I were in your shoes."

"That's just the thing, you might be in a few months."

"I don't think so. I could see it in his eyes the other night… you're the love of his life, Quinn."

"… I'll believe it when I see it."

"Maybe you should sing to him! Show him how you feel and tell him what he has to do."

Quinn giggles, "That sounds like something only Rachel Berry can do."

"…Well, it always works for me. I mean, Finn goes for it every time. Sometimes it's the only way to talk to him."

Quinn glances at Rachel. She has her arms crossed and is staring out the window. "Well, maybe you should sing to him."

Rachel's head snaps toward Quinn, "What?"

"Yeah. I'm not the only one with feelings here Rachel. You have to be feeling something about what Finn did. You should get those feelings out… tomorrow… at rehearsal."

Quinn doesn't really want to hear Rachel sing to Finn, it's like a broken record player by now. But this would be a great opportunity to see Finn's reaction to Rachel singing to him. It will help Quinn see if he will go running back to Rachel or not. She feels kind of bad because she is using Rachel in a way, but it's a win win. Rachel gets to get her feelings out and Quinn gets to test Finn.


Rehearsal has been good so far. The competition is in two days but it is in Lima, so everyone was pretty relaxed about it. They have already decided on two songs to sing. All the boys are going to perform 'Friday' and the girls will perform 'Express Yourself'.

They just needed their final number.

Rachel stands up and takes the floor. "So, we need a final song… I know y'all are probably tired of hearing this, but I think it will be best for us all if I do a solo."

"Oh, hell to the nah, I am not—"

"Mercedes, let her finish" Quinn cuts in.

"R-Right, as I was saying, solos are a great time to show emotions and feelings…" Rachel looks at Finn. "And I have been feeling a lot lately. So just let me sing it for you and then you can decide."

Quinn hasn't talk to Finn all day. She's been avoiding him. Part of her doesn't know what to say, part of her just wants to kiss him, but the majority of her wants to see his reaction to Rachel's song.

RACHEL

Did you forget

That I was even alive

Did you forget

Everything we ever had

Did you forget

Did you forget

About me

Did you regret

Ever standing by my side

Did you forget

What we were feeling inside

Now I'm left to forget

About us

But somewhere we went wrong

We were once so strong

Our love is like a song

You can't forget it

So now I guess

This is where we have to stand

Did you regret

Ever holding my hand

Never again

Please don't forget

Don't forget

We had it all

We were just about to fall

Even more in love

Than we were before

I won't forget

I won't forget

About us

But somewhere we went wrong

Our love is like a song

But you won't sing along

You've forgotten

About us

Rachel has tears in her eyes but Quinn doesn't see them fall. She is looking at Finn the whole time. He doesn't know it, but she sees him wipe away the lone tear.

"So… w-what did you guys think?"

There was silence until Kurt spoke up, "Well, I definitely think you have to emotions down. If you sing like that, I don't mind you singing on Thursday… but only if you're sure that's what you want to do."

"I want us to win, so of course… excuse me for a minute." Rachel runs out the front door onto the porch. Finn is right on her trail, and that's all Quinn needed to see.

"Rachel, wait!" Finn says as he meets her outside.

"No, don't look at me. I'm so embarrassed."

"Why are you embarrassed?"

"Are you kidding? I mean, I know Quinn said it would be okay to do this, but I didn't think I would start crying in front of everyone. I feel so stupid."

"Wait, Quinn told you to do this?"

"Yes… and I'm glad she did. I wanted to get my feelings out, and the best way to do that is through song. I needed to get my feelings out, Finn…"

Finn sighs, "Rachel, look, I am in love with Quinn, I'm pretty sure I always have been deep down… but don't ever think I never cared about you or will forget it. I could never forget you. You're too important. I probably wouldn't be the person I am now if it weren't for you. And we did have fun together, some of the best times I'll ever have, and I don't want you to ever think other wise."

Rachel wipes away her tears, " Thank you, Finn. It means a lot to hear you say that."

Finn reaches down and gives her a hug. He looks back toward the open doorway and sees Quinn standing there. They just stand there staring at each other until she finally walks away.


The competition is tomorrow and there are two sleepovers talking place. All the girls are camping out at Brittany's house while the boys are at Kurt and Finn's house. The girls are putting together costumes for tomorrow while the boys are playing xbox.

Suddenly, Sam clears his throat. "Hey, guys, I have something to tell you…" Everyone sees the seriousness of his face and turn to face him. "…I'm... I'm moving."

"WHAT?" Everyone jumps and shouts.

"Yeah, my dad got a new job in LA so we're moving."

"When?"

"Next week. He doesn't start for about another month but my mom wants us to get settled in first… so next week…"

"Dude! What about the glee club? You're knocking us down a member and I'm sure as hell ain't going get Lauren back."

"I know, but I have to do this. My family has to do this. You don't know how hard it is going day by day like this. Besides, you don't have to follow the twelve member rule this summer. And when the school year comes around, just pray that you'll find someone as cool and handsome as me." They all laugh. "The only other person I've told is Mercedes, and she's telling the other girls tonight… tomorrow is my last singing competition with you guys."

Puck jumps up and hugs Sam, "I'm going to miss you trouty mouth!" everyone else jumps in with a hug, all but Finn. He just sits there with a depressed face.

"Finn? Are you that upset I'm leaving?"

Finn half smiles, "I am upset you're leaving. I'm going to miss you dude, but I actually have some stuff on my mind."

"Oh, here we go again," Kurt says, sitting back down. "What happened with Quinn now?"

"It's just that… today, when I chased after Rachel, I saw Quinn staring at us, and I couldn't really tell what she was feeling. I think that song today was that test you were talking about… and I'm not sure if I failed or passed."

"Did you talk to Quinn?"

"No, I think she's avoiding me."

"Dude, I'm telling you, sext—"

"For the last time, NO PUCK! That would be the last thing Finn should do to get her back."

"To tell you the truth, I'm running out of ideas myself, Kurt."

"Like you had any to begin with… look I have an idea. You said she is avoiding you right? Well why don't we just find a way to make sure she hears what you have to say."


The New Directions are back stage getting ready to perform. Since they are still in Lima, all of their parents and even Mr. Schue came out to support them. Finn is a little nervous but he knows that once he hits the stage that will go away. He turns around to see all the girls hugging Sam. Some had a few tears in their eyes. It was their last performance with him, and it was going to be a big one. They break apart when they hear their names called. Rachel goes on stage first, leaving the rest of them in the wings. The music plays and she starts to sing. Finn is reminded of regionals when he watched Rachel during 'Get It Right'. Whatever, this time he turns away and sees Quinn picking up a cup of water. He walks over to her.

"Hey!"

"Hello, Finn."

"I haven't really heard from you in the last few days."

"I saw you two days ago."

"Yeah, but you didn't really say anything…"

"I was letting you and Rachel have your moment… That was nice what you told her by the way. Letting her know she is important to you."

"So you were listening," Finn says with a smile. "I meant anything I said to her. Especially the part about being in love with you, Quinn."

She takes a sip of her water, "We'll see."

"Quinn I—"

"That's our cue, come on."

RACHEL

Come on girls!

Do you believe in love!

Cause I got something to say about it

And it goes something like this

The rest of the girls join Rachel on stage for the chorus. Quinn looks back to see Finn running his hand through his hair and taking deep breaths. She can't help but think it's cute. About half way through the song, the boys enter backstage, adding in their own dance moves while the girls sing in front.

So if you want it right now, make him show you how

Express what he's got, oh baby ready or not

Express yourself

The crowd is on their feet cheering. The girls made a quick bow and turned to go backstage as the guys moved forward. As Finn and Quinn crossed paths, she whispers 'good luck' making him smile. Much like the boys just did, the girls are going to dance behind them as they sing Friday. One final time, Quinn thinks over the steps Brittany showed them last night, when she suddenly hears…

"Hi! How's everybody doing this afternoon?" All the girls whip their heads around to find Puck signaling to them that its okay. "Umm. My name is Finn Hudson, and I'm one the co-captains of the new directions… H-How about around round for our ladies?" the audience humors the tall boy with another around of claps. "So… someone recently told me that songs are a great way to get your feelings out there. And, that's exactly what me and my guys here want to do today. I know during the school year, judges don't really like stuff like this because it seems unprofessional, and believe me, I've learned my lesson from that." Finns looks and sees his mother covering her face with her hand and Burt next to her laughing. "But, umm… I'm hoping since this is just fun summer stuff, that won't be a problem…" He looks over to Kurt who motions him to wrap it up. "Right, so lets get going!"

Santana walks over to Quinn, "What's he doing, Fabray?"

Quinn shakes her head, "I… I have no idea." She then looks at Rachel who is looking at the ground. Then back to Finn as he starts to sing.

BOYS

When winter comes in summer

When there's no more forever

That's when I'll stop loving you

That's when I'll stop loving you

FINN

I'm sure you've heard these words before

And I know it's hard for you to trust them once more

You're afraid it all might end

And a broken heart is scared of breaking again

But you've gotta believe me, I'll never leave you

You'll never cry long as I am there

And I will always be there

You will never be without love

BOYS

When winter comes in summer

When there's no more forever

When lies become the truth

Oh you'll know then baby

That's when I'll stop loving

That's when I'll stop loving you

That's when I'll stop loving you, yeah

PUCK

As long as sunlight lights the sky

Light of love will be found in these eyes of mine

And I will shine that light for you

You're the only one, I'll ever give this heart to

Everyone was a little confused when Puck goes to stand by Rachel and sings to her while giving her a one sided hug. But they are soon forgotten when Finn takes Puck's lead. But instead, he grabs Quinn's hand and leads her to the front of the stage.

What I'm trying to say is nothing will change this

There be no time that you won't find me there

'Cause I will always be there

You will always have all my love

BOYS

When winter comes in summer

When there's no more forever

When lies become the truth

Well you'll know then baby

That's when I'll stop loving

That's when I'll stop loving you

That's when I'll stop loving you

ARTIE

When this world doesn't turn anymore

When the stars all decide to stop shining

'Til then I'm gonna be by your side

I'm gonna be loving you forever, everyday of my life

Oh yeah, yeah, yeah

Quinn takes one of her hands out of Finn's to wipe a tear.

FINN

Well then you know baby

That's when I'll stop loving

That's when I'll stop loving

Finn suddenly pulls her body completely to him, holding her tight. Faces inches apart.

That's when I'll stop loving you

BOYS

When winter comes in summer

When there's no more forever

When lies becomes the truth

Oh you'll know then baby

That's when I'll stop loving

That's when I'll stop loving you

Again, the crowd is on their feet. Quinn's eyes are still lost in Finn's. That is until she hears a few 'awws' and quickly hides into his shoulder. Finn gives her a quick kiss on the head before taking a bow with the other boys. He looks into the crowd and sees Burt giving him a thumbs up.

Finn doesn't know how it happened but as they move off stage he looses hold of Quinn. He keeps turning to look for her, but is instead met with a hug from Puck.

"Dude, what is up with you and hugging people?"

"That was just so good. We rocked that song!"

"Yeah, and I bet you didn't hate that hug with Rachel either"

"… I got caught up in the moment."

"Sure, dude. Hey have you seen Quinn?"

"No, but come on, we have to go back on stage and hear the results."

Finn was about to go with him when he spotted the blonde to his left talking to her mom. "You go ahead without me."

Ms. Fabray gives her daughter a hug, "Quinnie, you were so good. I am so happy I got to see you preform today."

"Thanks, mom. That means a lot."

"Well, are you almost ready to get going? We have to start dinner."

"Actually, Ms. Fabray?" The two ladies turn to see Finn. Finn offers Quinn a smile, and she returns it. "Do you think I can give Quinn a ride home?"

Judy looks at her daughter and sees her smile. "Well I don't see why not. Just be there in at least an hour. We have guest coming over."

"That I can do," Finn replays with his Finn Grin. She walks over to him and gives him a hug.

"You did a good job today as well, Finn. Keep it up." She lets go and turns back to Quinn, "See you at home sweetie."

"Bye, mom."

Finn waited until her mom was out of sight and then grabs Quinn's hand. "So did you—"

"WHAT THE HELL, HUDSON! You and your emotions!" Santana comes screaming in. "We lost, and I think we can all blame you!"

"We lost?"

"No, we got second!" Kurt says holding up the trophy. He seemed happy about it. "We should have gotten first, but I have to admit, your little speech was longer than I thought it would be."

"Well, at least he is improving, second is better than twelfth." Tina says.

"You bet it is, and I couldn't be more proud of you guys!" they turn around to see Mr. Schue and their parents. Kurt runs over to give him the trophy before giving his dad a hug. "Wow, this is great you guys. Looks like we are building ourselves a little collection. How about we all go celebrate?"

Everyone starts cheering and shouts out ideas on where to go. Finn leans down to Quinn's ear. "Wanna sneak out the back?"

Quinn smiles, "Totally."

No one would have known they left if Kurt and Mercedes hadn't seen them running for the door, hand in hand.


The ride to Quinn's house was relaxing and fun. They just laughed about what they thought everyone else was doing. Finn even took the long way to her house so that they could keep talking. It wasn't until he pulled into her drive way and parked the car that he asked her.

"So… what did you think of the song?"

"…You know I used to be in love with N sync. I promised myself that I would marry Justin when I grew up. Had posters in my room, the whole deal."

"Yeah, I remember you telling me that once…"

"It was a really good song choice, Finn."

He lets out a sigh of relief, "Good, I'm glad you said that… it was either that or 'I wanna sex you up' but I didn't think you would like that… Puck's idea."

"Yeah, lets not listen to Puck anymore."

"Never."

"Did you mean it? Everything you said in the song."

"Of course I did. Do you think I did?"

"I'm still not sure… but I think I'm getting there," She says with a smile.

"Good, that's all I needed to hear." He leans in for a kiss, but she moves his head at the last second, making him kiss her cheek.

"I'm just not all the way there yet."

Finn leans back with a red face, "Yeah, that's cool, I understand."

Quinn reaches out her hand and rubs his forehead. "You still have a little bump from the other day." She leans over and kisses it. She runs her hand down to his cheek and looks into his eyes. "Text me? Maybe… maybe we can do something tomorrow."

Finn nods his head and she gets out the car. Finn just sits there with a big smile on his face. He can still feel her lips on his head. When he realizes that ten minutes has passed, he quickly pulls out his phone.

How does dinner tomorrow night sound?-Finn

It takes a few seconds but he finally gets a replay.

Good-Quinn

Finn has to admit he is a little disappointed. He thought they would be over the whole one word reply thing. He starts to back out of the driveway when his phone buzzes.

Just remember… a gentleman always pays on the first date. Xoxo-Quinn

Finn does a fist pump and lets out a loud 'WOO'. He thinks to himself 'Quinn, Fabray, you are about to be wooed.' As he pulls off, he doesn't see Quinn looking out her window at him, smiling.

So i read this again and realized there aren't many Fuinn scenes, so i guess you must hate me. but i wanted to do this chapter because the rest will probably be just finn and quinn scenes.

my ipod was on shuffle and the N sync song came on, i was like, perfect! if you never heard it, listen to it.

A lot of glee news has come out in the last month. i am so upset about Chord! if anybody wants to talk about opinions of chord/spinoff/glee whatever, tweet me or catch me on tumblr.

also, i want to make another fuinn fanvid, but i need song ideas, so if you have any suggestions...

thank you for being patient with me! the next update won't take as long, promise!

songs: That's When i'll stop loving you- N'Sync, Don't Forget- Demi Lovato