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Sam was over the moon. School was going great. Everyone had known about him and Mercedes. It meant that it was okay for him to hug and kiss her any time he wanted to. He was also having fun glaring at the boys who would stare at his girlfriend openly. Being out in the open was definitely exhilarating. He could walk Mercedes to her classes and kissed her before he rushed to his own classes. McKinley Titans was having a football game and Sam was definitely thrilled that their secret had come out before it. He had determined to lead the Titans to win and then kissed the hell out of Mercedes after that. Originally, he had planned on exposing their relationship to the whole school during that time. However, now that everyone had known about them, there was no need to do so.
Mercedes sighed. Ever since it was out that she and Sam were together, she could definitely feel the stink eyes that she was getting from the Cheerios. She really didn't want to care but the stink eyes were increased after Sam had kissed her out in the open after football practice. She and Kurt were having lunch together since Sam was busy with his football practice. It was the first time in seven years that the Titans had managed to get into the semi final and the whole school was excited. Kurt looked at Mercedes who seemed to be lost in her thoughts.
"What's wrong?" he asked as he put down his fork. Mercedes looked at him and shrugged.
"Nothing" she muttered. Kurt rolled his eyes.
"Do I look like a fool? I know that something is bothering you. Come on, spill!" he said. Mercedes sighed. She looked at her best friend and told him everything. She told him about the stink eyes and all the stares that she noticed when she was with Sam.
"It's so suffocating! I feel like I am being judged!" she said. Kurt patted her hand comfortingly.
"Well, you are dating the quarterback. Besides, his popularity had gone up ever since he kept on leading The Titans to win the matches. Then, not to mention the fact that he looks like a real life Adonis! Of course, the Cheeri-hoes will be jealous of you! You snatched McKinley's Most Eligible Bachelor!"
"Wow, Kurt! That's really comforting" Mercedes said, side-eyeing him. Kurt chuckled.
"What I am trying to say is, there will always be people who are jealous of you. Just ignore it. All those haters are not worth any of your attention"
"I know. It just that, I feel like it was easier when nobody knows about us"
"Are you sure, Cedes? Because from my point of view, you were ready to rip Santana into pieces when she was flirting with Sam during Glee. I am sure you won't be able to stay calm if you see those bimbos flirt with your man and you cannot say anything because you guys are a secret. Now that you guys are out in the open, they know that Sam is off the market and you can totally claim that soft trouty mouth belongs to you!"
When Mercedes kept quiet, Kurt continued.
"Cedes, stop thinking about them! It is pointless! Look, Sam is definitely over the moon about it! He definitely didn't wait to send out warning to all the guys who keep on staring at your ass that you're his girl and definitely out of the market! You can do the same, you know! I am sure he won't oppose if you suggest that he gets a tattoo of your name on his body! That way, every time the bimbos try to make a move, they'll see the tattoo and remember that Sam is yours"
Mercedes rolled her eyes at Kurt's suggestion. She gave him a smile.
"You're right. Maybe I was just overthinking. They are definitely not worth of my worry!"
Mercedes knocked on the door to Sam's room. Sam smiled when he saw her. She walked into the room and wrapped her hands around his neck and kissed him.
"I miss you. The practices are keeping you away from me!" she pouted. Sam chuckled and then kissed her again.
"I agree. I start to hate the practices too!" he said. Mercedes let her hands down of Sam's neck and take his right hand, pulling him toward the bed. They were sitting on his bed.
"I came to give you this" Mercedes said as she took out a small box from her pants' pocket. She opened the box and it revealed with a heart charm.
"I bought this when I went shopping with Kurt yesterday. It's a good luck charm. I can't be with you on the field but by having this charm, it sorts of my replacement. I will always be with you"
Sam took the charm and kissed it before he kissed Mercedes' temple.
"Thank you, baby. I will always keep it with me"
The Evans and the Joneses together with Kurt and Burt had gathered in the Evans' house so that they could go to the game together. Mercedes and Kurt had gone earlier to secure places for them. Stevie and Stacie were so excited to watch their brother that they couldn't even sit still for a moment. The teams were introduced and all of them cheered for Sam. Mercedes smiled when she saw Sam was holding something. She saw him looking for her and immediately waved at him. He smiled at her and kissed the thing that he was holding; which turned out to be the charm that Mercedes had given him before. She smiled and mouthed 'all the best' before throwing him flying kisses. Sam made a gesture that he caught the kiss and brought it to his heart. He put on his helmet and Mercedes smiled wider as she saw that he was seriously focused on the game that about to start.
"I have a good feeling that your Adonis will bring the team to the final" Kurt said as he handed Mercedes her drink. She took the drink and sipped it.
"I do hope that they win. Sam really wants it" she said. Kurt nodded. The whole school wanted the Titan to win. It was definitely a shock to most people that the Titans managed to get into semi-final. Usually, they would succumb to defeat after a few games.
"Don't worry. They have a good chance at winning. I heard Coach Beiste talked about it with Coach Tanaka this morning" Kurt said as they watched the game. They cheered for Sam every time he got the ball and danced every time the Titans scored. After a very intense game, Sam made a touchdown that confirmed the Titans to the final. Mercedes and Kurt screamed and danced with joy, together with the whole Titans' supporters.
"That's my son! MY SON!" Dwight screamed with joy while Mary tried to pull him down so that he could calm down.
"That quarterback is my daughter's boyfriend, y'all!" Devon screamed. Mercedes covered her face as she heard her father. Kurt and Burt laughed.
"I guess he finally accepted that you and Sam are dating, huh?" Kurt said, chuckling. Mercedes just rolled her eyes when she saw how happy Dwight and Devon were. Sam was being lifted by his team mates and she smiled at the sight.
Sam smiled as he saw that Mercedes was waiting for him. Without a word, she ran toward him and enveloped him in a hug and kissed him deeply.
"Congratulations, baby!" she said as she kissed him again. Sam tightened his hold on her waist and deepened their kiss. God, he really glad that they had come clean about their relationship. If not, he was extremely sure that Mercedes won't kiss him like she did at the moment.
"You know, I am happy that you led the Titans to the final but that doesn't mean you can swallow her!"
Devon's booming voice stopped the two lovers. Sam released Mercedes from his hands and both teens smiled sheepishly at their family.
"I - I'm gonna go and change. I'll meet you guys outside!" Sam immediately said and disappeared into the changing room. Janine smacked her husband's hand.
"You shouldn't say that! That poor boy was embarrassed and we haven't managed to congratulate him!" she said.
"Hey, it's not my fault! He's the one who keep on touching my daughter inappropriately!" retorted Devon.
"Daddy!" Mercedes said. Devon just shrugged his shoulders. Janine rolled her eyes at her husband. Mary, Dwight and Burt chuckled at the Jones.
"Oh, Dev! You're definitely the type who will cry when you walk Cedes to the altar!" Burt said.
"Burt, we do not talk about that until the time comes" Devon said. He turned and looked at Mercedes with serious eyes. "Baby girl, don't you dare thinking about marriage right now!" he said with a full warning tone. Mercedes pouted.
"I'm too young to think about it!" she said, huffing. Devon smiled.
"Good. Very good" he said in satisfaction. He seemed to be in a deep thinking before his eyes landed on Mercedes once again. "Have you two had sex -,"
"Okay, that's enough! Let's go outside!" Janine said as she pulled her husband away while Burt and the Evanses laughed. Mercedes was shocked and utterly embarrassed with her father's sudden question. At the same time, Sam stepped out from the changing room with fresh clothes. He looked at them in confusion.
"What are you laughing about? What did I miss? Where are your parents, Mimi?" he asked. Mercedes groaned.
"They're outside. Let's go. We're going to fill our stomach and celebrate your winning, Sammy!" Dwight said as he patted Sam's back with proud.
They went to Sam's favourite Italian restaurant for the celebration dinner. The three families ate and enjoyed their time together. Devon seemed to forget about the intense kiss that his daughter shared with Sam when they started talking about the game that just happened. He and Burt kept on praising Sam's skills and talent on the field.
"Is there any party to celebrate the winning?" Mary asked.
"Yeah, some of the football players are organizing it" Sam explained.
"So, aren't you joining them?"
"No, mom. I don't think I'm going to" Sam said. He turned to look at Mercedes. "But, if Mimi wants to go, I'll accompany her there" he continued. Mercedes just shrugged her shoulders. Truth was, she was a bit introvert. She loved mingling with her friends but party was definitely not her scene. Besides, she knew how those football players partied. It was going to be so loud and noisy and she definitely hated that.
"I don't think I want to go" she said.
"Well, how about you, Kurt?" Janine asked.
"I am definitely going! Santana will come and fetch me later" Kurt explained. A moment later, he got a text from Santana and excused himself after he bade goodbye to everyone.
"Well, we better get going. It is way past the twins' bedtime" Dwight said as he called their waiter and paid their meals. They walked outside and Sam called for Devon.
"Sir, do you mind if I spend some more time with Mercedes?" he asked. He was nervous but he controlled his expression, masking his nervousness. Devon looked at Sam and then Mercedes. He nodded, to everyone surprised.
"Make sure to bring her back before twelve o'clock" he said. Sam smiled widely. He and Mercedes bade goodbye to their families and Burt and headed to Sam's car.
"Well, didn't see that coming" Dwight teased. Devon shrugged.
"The kid deserves some alone time after his performance tonight" Devon said nonchalantly and walked to his car, leaving his friends and wife who were laughing at him.