Chapter 14
A/V: Sorry again for the wait, my crappy form tutor hates me (Seriously, he hates my guts) and decided I needed extra work for French and Maths. So anyway, here's the next chapter…hope you enjoy.
After hearing from Han ( the small girl at the booth who likes to gossip) that Brittany was in the stock cupboard restocking, I stood outside preparing to enter. I smoothed down my apron and took a deep breath to steady me and my nerves. Wow, I have nerves now. Before I had the chance to change my mind, I opened the door and stepped in. Brittany's back was to me and she was humming picking up salt shakers and packaged napkins from cardboard boxes.
"Hey, um, Brittany?" I asked, sounded extremely shy, waiting for her response.
She stood and turned to face me. "Oh hey Santana…What's up?" She asked, balancing all the objects in her hands like a beginner clown.
"I was wondering, if you were, um, busy…tonight? Han said we could finish early…"
"We can finish early?! Why, what's going on?" Brittany asked, her eye brow cocked up.
I laughed nervously. "I mentioned to him that I haven't been out at night for a while and you know Han, he's a push over! So we are going to the Dolphin bar down state for drinks…want to join?" I coughed awkwardly, wringing my hands together.
She giggled softly "Dolphins are just gay sharks. But yes I would love to! I'll go home first and change and meet you there in just under an hour, okay?" She smiled softly, her eyes locking with mine. Her blue eyes made me tremble slightly and I forgot that I had to answer.
I suddenly shuck myself out of it. "Yeah I'll meet you there. I have spare clothes here in my locker. See you later." I ran out before she saw me again as a drooling mess.
I caught Quinn's eye and gave her the thumbs up. She walked over and we quickly went to her apartment. I was then changed and Quinn slowly came in to the spare room. She was carrying my old guitar case and was smiling at me with hope.
"Wow, Quinn…I can't believe you kept it." I took it from her and opened it, feeling like a child on Christmas day. I haven't played in so long. It used to help me through so many situations; when my parents were fighting, when puck first fucked me and when me and Quinn used to fight. Music really does help the soul.
"Are you ready?" Quinn whispered. I didn't realize but she was sat next to me and was watching me.
I nodded, gulping hard. "Yes."
"Let's go then." Quinn jumped up and I followed her out of the room.
At half ten, the Dolphin bar was packed. Quinn told me she was going to put my name down for open mic while I sat at the bar. Suddenly, all of my friends arrived: Mike, Tina, Blaine, Kurt, Rachel and all the others from high school. No sign of Brittany though. They all came over and sat around to talk. Quinn came back and she seemed to be staring into space. Then I realized she wasn't staring into space but at man hands. That's why she used to go out of her way to make her life hell. It all makes sense now. I knew I was smirking like Finn used to do when he was doing something wrong (that gassy infant smile) however I then elbowed Quinn and winked at her. When she realized what I was trying to tell her, her mouth dropped open in horror and she blushed deep red. I suddenly felt a tap on my back and I turned to bite someone's head off when there stood Brittany. She looked gorgeous! She was wearing tight, black skinny jeans with a low cut electric blue blouse which fitted her figure perfectly. I smiled at her shyly and pointed at the bar; it was getting loud and I didn't want to shout. She nodded and I ordered her a vodka and coke which she accepted happily. Quinn tapped me from the other side and I nodded at her. It was her part of the plan. She had called Sam to ask for help and even though they are no longer in a relationship; he was eager to help her. She was still hot Quinn after all. She stood up and walked towards Sam sway her hips sexily on purpose, grabbed his top at his sides and pulled him into a hungry snog; moving her hands to his hair. I saw Brittany's mouth drop open and I was about to say 'I told you so' when someone on the mic said "And now, Santana Lopez!" It was my turn.
I turned to Brittany and whispered in her ear "For you." I knew she heard because she smiled and shivered. I got up and walked to the stage; trying to ignore the crowds screams and jeers.
"Hi, my name is Santana Lopez…and I am going to sing All this time by One Republic." I sat on the stool in the middle of the stage and took my guitar of the stand placing it gingerly on my knee. The crowd cheered loudly but the only one I cared about was Brittany. She stood up now, clapping, her eyes trained on mine. It was time. I just had to remember to change certain words as it was sung by a man.
Six on the second hand till new year's revolutions
There's just no question what this girl should do
Take all the time lost, all the days that I cost
Take what I took and give it back to you.
I started off a bit nervously, my fingers missing the strings occasionally and my voice shaing. But I knew I wanted, No, needed Brittany to be with me and Quinn was right…I had to pull out at all the stops.
All this time we were waiting for each other
All this time I was waiting for you
We got all these words, can't waste them on another
So I'm straight in a straight line running back to you
The chorus sounded a lot stronger and I looked up for the first time and watched Brittany. She smiling proudly and was watching like I was the only one in the room. It made my heart swell and the meaning of the words come even stronger.
I don't know what day it is, I had to check the paper
I don't know the city but it isn't home
You say I'm lucky to love something that loves me
But I don't as I could be wherever I roam
I heard Quinn whoop extremely loud and I giggled softly, allowing a small tear escape my eye. I was so lucky to have the two best blondes in my life; My best friend and the most gorgeous, perfect, sexy woman who I would do anything for.
All this time we were waiting for each other
All this time I was waiting for you
Got all these words, can't waste them on another
So I'm straight in a straight line running back to you, yeah
Oh, running back to you
Oh, running back to you
Yeah
Oh, I would travel so far
I would travel so far
To get back where you are
I ended the last song softly, dragging it out and then looked up again watching the crowd uproar. Suddenly, my focus went all funny and before I could stop it, tears were streaming down my face. I stood up and walked down the stage, passing my guitar to Quinn without even looking at her. I couldn't take my eyes off Brittany who watched me; her mouth broke in to the largest smile. People went back talking before the next act however it wasn't half as loud as before.
"Brittany." I spoke softly as I reached her, taking both her hands in mine. "I am not dating Quinn, I did it to try and make you jealous…I am so sorry. She is actually my best friend and in love with someone else. But that doesn't matter because I have my sights set on the most beautiful woman ever to walk on this planet." I choked a little, never meaning the words coming out of my mouth more than tonight.
She smiled softly. "So you are gay." She winked, joking around but I could see her deep blue eyes swimming with tears.
I chucked softly nodding. "Yes. Brittany. S. Pierce, I am so, so in love with you… I don't even know what to do with myself. Will you please forgive all my stupidity in the past and be my girlfriend." I asked desperately, searching her eyes, prying for the answer.
At first she was silence, her face in a serious expression however then she laughed and broke into the largest smile. "I thought you would never love me back! Yes!" She squealed, jumping into my arms; her legs wrapping around my waist. I couldn't help but laugh and scream yes. She looked down and for the first time since that night, she kissed me. This time it was more certain as she hungrily nipped my lips and it made me feel even more love for her.
A/V: So how was that chapter? How about they 'get it on' next chapter ;)? Please let me know what you think.