Chapter: 14
Thank God that Puck hadn't mentioned me hugging him. It would have been a little embarrassing. Don't ask me why but it would have. For the rest of that night Puck and I passed the time singing and trying new ways to play with our voices. We actually discovered I was a pretty decent rapper. You know like Nicki Minaj? Yea, I loved rapping and with Puck's guidance I actually was able to do something I hadn't planned on before. Seeing he had been taking voice lessons in glee he was able to give me more pointers and assistance than I had thought. It was nice of him I wouldn't deny it. We enjoyed ourselves immensely and Puck didn't end up leaving until 11:30 vs. his usual escape at 8:00. It was really mom and dad who suggested he get home or he would have stayed longer I am sure of it. He and I were having too good a time to think of the time. When I did end up thinking about it though I knew I was going to be exhausted for school the next day but I really was in too much of a happy daze to care. We wished Puck a good night and he left with that same grin on his face that he had had all just humming away to himself. I smiled when I saw him. day. I knew that I had to be careful with the way I treated Puck. I definitely wasn't going to lead him on and make him think I liked him when I didn't. That was rude no matter who the person was. There was no way I was going to hurt them like that. I couldn't like Puck. He and I were far too different. Opposites DON'T attract. Whoever said they did, lied.
I woke up the next morning feeling quite refreshed despite my semi late night the day before. I rolled out of bed and went into the bathroom no longer needing my mom's assistance for a shower since the doctor removed the cast on my upper leg on Saturday because I didn't need it anymore. It was really my lower leg that was in bad shape and even that was almost healed. I could put some pressure on it and I was fine walking around with one crutch. Well, at least from what I had tried that morning I was fine. I cleaned myself up and picked out something to wear. Since Puck knew my secret I might as well dress like myself. People shouldn't find it strange seeing the cast wouldn't allow me to wear jeans or even sweat pants like usual. So I picked out a skirt and a shirt that matched it grabbing my bag and heading towards the door. When I opened it to my surprise Puck was sitting at the top of the staircase.
"Good morning Puck." I said happily and carefully walking towards him. Now I would have to get used to using one crutch verses me just getting used to the two. Puck looked back at me with a grin.
"Good morning sunshine." He said standing up and walking to my side helping me to the stairs.
"You're here early." I commented looking over my shoulder at him. He paused a moment thinking.
"Not early, just on time." Puck replied and I had to admit that wasn't the answer I was expecting. I didn't say anything after that nor did Puck. He just offered his open arms to me and I went right into them not wanting to be reluctant anymore. Hey if he was going to offer I should take it. He carried me down the stairs without a problem and set me on my feet as soon as he touched the bottom. Well I can't say Puck didn't learn anything within the last two weeks. As a matter of fact He learned a lot I would say.
"Breakfast?" I said raising my eyebrow as Puck pulled a chair out for me to sit down. The table was set for two and there was cereal and some fruit waiting as well. My parents and brothers were gone already, which I knew. I was going to be running a little late if Puck didn't drive like a bat out of hell. I didn't care though. I had an excuse to use.
"Yea, I thought it might be nice." Puck said rubbing the back of his head looking a little embarrassed. I smiled and hugged him halfway.
"It's awesome." I said sitting down and he pushed me closer to the table like a gentleman would. He sat down across from me.
"So when did you learn etiquette?" I asked acting surprise. He gave me a playful frown with a shrug.
"I've always known it. Its just other women aren't as high maintenance as you are so I really didn't need to use it. For them, I could just put on the smolder and they would be smitten. You however, are still evading my clutches." Puck replied pouring some "Life" cereal into his bowl.
"Aha. I see. So you are still trying to win me over then? I had thought you gave up by now." I gave a smirk in response. I grabbed the box of "Honey Bunches of Oats" and poured it into my bowl.
"Please. Like I would give up. You're the only woman who has stood out against me so long. I take it as a challenge. Some how some way I will get into your pants." Puck just threw that out there and I looked at him with disgust. Whatever appreciation I had for him that morning disappeared.
"Oh come on. You aren't serious are you?" I sighed shaking my head. This was who Puck was and I couldn't possibly expect him to change. I would just have to accept it.
"I'm not that type sweet heart." Puck raised his eyebrow at me like he did for every chick he picked up. I just gave him a noncompliant look. He and I just kept our eyes on one another for a couple minutes without moving. It was almost like we were trying to break down each other's barriers or even to see into their soul. Puck broke away first.
"We better hurry or we will be really late for school. I know you hate that." He said starting to eat his cereal quickly. I just kept watching him. He certainly was a puzzle to me.
"Right." I commented following his example.
We got to school only a couple minutes late because Puck did end up driving like a bat out of hell. We spent the car ride over jamming to one of Puck's favorite CDs, which happened to be Foreigner's greatest hits. It was fun. As a matter of fact it was really fun. We climbed out of the car laughing about some random thing like we had for the past day or so. Puck walked around and helped me down pulling out my crutch for me without half a thought. It was getting to be a natural thing for him and I was actually starting to like it. He offered me his arm to hold. I paused only for a moment.
"Why not." I said taking it. People were sure enough going to think Puck and I were a couple but he and I knew differently. I trusted him to admit that he wasn't getting it from me. He knew better, especially seeing I had my weapon in a metal crutch. So he and I walked towards McKinley high arm in arm and having a good time. Everyone did look at us with mouths completely open. This was one thing no one expected. They probably thought no one could last against Puck and I was just his most recent victim. I really couldn't care right now.
"So you totally believe your Mohawk gives you power?" I laughed as he carried me up the steps to the school. He gave me a solemn look before nodding making me break out into laughter.
"That is so dumb! Your hair doesn't give you power. You're not Sampson." I teased shaking my head with another chuckle.
"Laugh it up now, but you will see." He replied putting me down looping our arms again.
"Sure I will." I replied strolling through the doors to only have more questioning/awestruck eyes watching us. Puck either played like he didn't care or he really didn't notice. It wasn't like the Puck that I knew. Odd. We walked to my first class after grabbing my books and his. He escorted me to my seat and helped me sit down so that the teacher could see he was actually doing his job right now.
"See you in a bit." He whispered close to my ear and darted out of the room so not to disturb the already ongoing class more than he already had. All heads were turned to me is wonder. What was the deal with these kids? Couldn't they just keep to their own business? I paid no attention to them but tried to focus on my school. The time went by rather slowly and I found myself impatient for it to end. It did end and I was more than happy about it. I collected my bag and books prepared to wait for Puck while he dawdled like he had been doing.
"Hey." I heard his familiar voice speak from in front of me. I looked up in surprise. Not only did he come quickly he was practically waiting for the clock to ring.
"Wow. You're getting good." I commented standing with his assistance.
"Please. I've always had mad skill." Puck scoffed at me as we walked out of class.
"Liar." I teased pushing him playfully. He laughed.
"Yes I am a dirty little liar aren't I?" He said moving closer and closer to my face. I moved back as he moved forward until I was bent over backwards.
"This is kind of painful seeing I only have one leg." I stated and Puck pulled us both up.
"Sorry." He said moving forward to our Spanish class with Mr. Shuester. We went in and sat together at the desks and waited for the lesson.
I couldn't really pay attention to the class with Puck continually drawing little doodles of random funny things. I nearly got into trouble because I was laughing at one point. Mr. Shue took pity on me because I was sitting next to Puck. The troublemaker. Class ended and Puck escorted me to Chemistry afterwards.
"Later." He said dashing off to his class. I waved slightly smiling as I looked down at my book.
"So you and Puck are getting kind of close huh?" I looked up at Jesse's sexy face. I blushed. He wore a black tight shirt and black jeans with boots. It was hot on him.
"I guess. Well actually it's more like friends with benefits. He helps me get where I want to go and I don't kill him." I replied with a smile referring to more than just walking around but to where I wanted to go musically. Jesse smiled back with his white teeth flashing.
"I see. Is this seat taken?" He asked motioning to the seat next to me. I blushed again and shook my head.
"Please go ahead." I said moving my stuff over so he could put his down.
"Thanks." He said winking at me. I felt my heart stop for a moment. With all the time I had spent around Puck I had nearly forgotten about Jesse. That didn't last too long though.
"So what have you been up to?" I asked waiting for the others to come to class. Jesse pulled out his books and paused thinking.
"Singing, dancing, acting. I actually ended up getting the part for the Beast in Beauty and the Beast." He said going through the list in his head. I just watched him with love and admiration. Jesse was just what I always loved in a guy. But to my surprise I found myself comparing some of his qualities to Puck's.
"That's pretty cool. Good for you." I said with a grin. He leaned on his arm looking at me.
"It is. So how is your leg? I see part of your cast is gone. And you only have one crutch." Jesse said looking down at my leg. Another blush formed on my face when I saw his eyes trail up to the hem of my considerably shorter skirt.
"Uh, yea, it's getting there. Another week and I should be pretty good." I looked away not being able to look at his hotness much longer.
"I'm seriously glad to hear that. Hey, I was wondering. Today at the auditorium I am going to be doing a little number from Grease 2 and I was wondering perhaps if you wanted to come watch?" Jesse's eyes bore right through me and I remembered how inviting he was.
"That would be awesome. I would love to come watch you. What time?" I asked making a mental note.
"It's going to be right after glee today." Jesse said and I smiled one last time before the class started.