I don't think you are liking the story and it makes me sad =(

Anyway... another chapter for you.

Kisses!

Finn didn't difficult Rachel's life at all. As the couple formed by the owner of the agency and the model left the apartament, without looking in her eyes not once, he told her he had been hired for the campaign and thanked her for having received them, repeating that the money would help a lot and that, therefore, meant a lot to him what she had done. While he spoke, he took his keys, which were in a box in the sideboard which stood near the door, and a coat, that remained hung near it, for emergencies. He said he was going for a walk and when Rachel realized, he was no longer there.

Rachel did not know whether to be relieved or sad. Our thoughts are very confusing and contradictory when we are in love. Hers transited between wanting to forget that they had kissed and let him free to a type of woman who had more to do with him, avoiding future suffering and having problems with the execution of the contract, and wishing, on the other side, that he still wanted to talk about them, that he even tried an approach, that there was still hope for them.

The kiss didn't change anything between them. During the following weeks, their chance encounters, inside the house, meant quick conversations on trivial matters that used to take only a few minutes. In addition, both were very little at home, she being involved in more classes and having increased the number of rehersals per week with the coral, which represented sticking out every day, at least a portion of the morning and afternoon. He, in turn, was involved with new auditions, as well as the gym, volunteering at the hospital and photo shoots.

When, however, Rachel learned that Kurt, the younger brother of Finn, would spend a few days in NY, making selection tests for a fashion college, the girl made a point to offer the guest room, so it does not needed to stay in a hotel. The boy had never left Lima, was only 18 years old and probably didn't know anyone other than his brother, who lived in that city.

From the conversations the two had had during the period in which they were closer, the brunette knew his brother was very important to Hudson, they were very close. Although they were not born of the same mother or the same father, they were much closer than many brothers by "blood" she knew.

The beginning of their relationship was complicated because Finn was thirteen and Kurt was four when Carole married the younger boy's father, Burt Hummel. Over time, however, the elder had become the protector of the other, walking him, hand in hand, on the way to school, teaching him to protect himself or often protecting him personally when they were older and the problems to face became more serious.

Finn did not accept Rachel's offer, because he knew that his brother was smart and attentive too, and realize that he and his wife did not sleep in the same room. Rachel tried to debate further, saying that the boy might suspect for not being invited too, but to no avail. He said that he would say that they were still virtually in honeymoon and needed privacy, and ensured that the boy would understand. Eventually agreed on at least welcome you to lunch.

Rachel wanted to know what were Kurt's favorite dishes and chose one of them, and another who was a favorite of Finn. She and his brother had only seen once, in their wedding, and, despite the marriage to be false, her passion for him was real, which meant she could not help wanting to please her husband, cooking for him, as was customary, and also trying to win the admiration of his younger and beloved brother, whose opinion should be paramount.

"Rach, we are not having a crowd here... it's just... us!" Finn said, as he entered the kitchen, around one in the afternoon, and found her finishing what was almost a banquet. It was a beautiful sunny Sunday, not always seen in NY. Summer was finally there.

"I wanted to do what he likes... and what you like... and I still had to do something for me, huh? After all, not your filet mignon or Kurt's fish come into my diet."

"I do not understand your diet." He commented, laughing and messing with his phone.

"I've explained that I don't eat meat... NEVER... I open an exception to other things with animal origin when I think I need."

"But it seems that, at least, will have more people to help take care of it all this." He said, indicating the food. "I received a message..."

At that moment, they both heard the doorbell and Rachel ran anxiously into the room, apron and all. It seemed that it was she who was going to meet someone she loved, someone she missed. Finn was amused with so much excitement. Not long ago he had fun with Rachel and wished he could do it again, have a delightful afternoon, relax beside her brother and Blake, who he had just come to know was coming too.

When Rachel opened the door, she thought she would faint, scream, die for not breathing, or something like that. Standing before her, along with Kurt, was nothing less than the blonde with whom she was having nightmares, sleeping and awake. She was pale, cold, shaky, catatonic, mute, while Kurt greeted her with a hug, kisses on the cheek, and a sincere thank you for the invitation. She was not deaf, however, and could hear very well the conversation that started by her side.

"Finn!"

"Blake." He hugged the girl, taking her off the ground. Rachel felt her blood boil and tears trying to fall from her eyes, but she managed to use her acting skills to not let this happen. "Kurt." He held his brother.

Blake smiled a little bland for Rachel, while the brothers embraced. She knew that woman could only be Finn's wife, but thought it would be more convenient expecting to be introduced. Rachel smiled back, concluding that one day would win an Oscar for sure. Was born to act. That was the only explanation for her not to have gone away from them as fast as a hurricane, and still manage to find a way to put a smile on her face.

"Blake, this is Rachel. Ray, this is Blake, my cousin."

"She is MY cousin... I only lend it to you!" Kurt said, pretending to be unsympathetic, eliciting laughter from Finn and Blake.

Rachel still was not able to laugh. The fact that the girl was a cousin did not mean anything, even more if she was not really his cousin. Not from blood.

"You are as beautiful as Finn told me you were. It's a pleasure to meet you!" Blake said, smiling, hugging Rachel, as would naturally be among members of a family.

The girl was being very friendly and Rachel knew it was going to have to relax, to endure, probably for a whole afternoon, her presence. Furthermore, she began to think about the possibility of having made a mistake, after all Finn would not talk about her with a girl whom he was having an affair or had intentions of doing so. Or is it that the blonde was pretending on the compliment? Even with someone of the family, why so much affection, on the day she visited the theater? Why would he hold her hands and caress her face?

"Are you are hungry or... do you want something to drink?" Rachel asked, trying to be as responsive as possible. Knew he had to fend off thoughts stubborn or he would tell she was strange. She decided she would simply spend the afternoon watching them.

"How are things, Blake?" Finn asked, gravely, while the four were headed to the dining room. They had decided to have lunch soon.

"They are improving. It's still hard... still hurts... but at least I can be myself and I have my place in the world now."

Rachel realized that Finn and Kurt gave her sad smiles, sympathetic ones, and Kurt took Blake's hand in his two at this point. They were sat side by side at the table. Finn sat in front of his brother and Rachel in front of the other girl. The maid, who was waiting for them, went out, then start bringing the dishes.

As they ate, all revolved around the subject of news about Lima, brought by Kurt. Rachel learned then that Blake no longer lived in that city but in NY, like she and Finn, which had just attend the first semester of college of architecture. That made her even more flea behind the ear but at the same time, as the conversation flowed, she could see that Finn was interacting with the girl like she was truly his cousin, or maybe even as a younger sister.

"Ginnifer wants to see you, Finn. She sent me about three messages, between the time I left home and when the cab stopped at the door of your building."

"Why didn't she come today?"

"Oh... because Kurt was your guest... and I've come with him without being invited... I wouldn't bring someone else!" She continued laughing.

"How ridiculous!" He threw the cloth napkin on her, teasing.

Definitely, it was a family interaction and Rachel began to feel guilty, regretful, and a big dork who could have the man of her dreams in the arms and wasted the opportunity. She was even more sure when Blake decided Finn was being rude and Rachel deserved to know more about the subject.

"Rachel, I don't know if Finny told you anything, because he is extremely discreet, but Ginni is my girlfriend." Rachel made a negative sign with his head, while she scolded herself a lot, mentally. "She and I met in Lima and decided to study in NY. We knew everything would be easier here. People are less hypocritical..."

"That's why I want to escape from Lima as soon as possible too." Sentenced Kurt. It was also clear that he had a homosexual orientation.

"When we came here, my parents began to suspect our behavior with each other and such... or maybe they already distrusted before, but have preferred not to talk about it... I don't know. The fact is that during these last few months, my life has been very difficult. My father does not accept... uncle Burt tries to defend myself and end up fighting with his brother ... my mother and my father almost broke up because he wanted her to stop talking to me... a big hell!"

"Oh, Blake, I'm so sorry." Rachel said finally, holding her hand on the table. She really felt bad for her. She knew what her father Leroy had passed when his parents had discovered his sexual orientation. It had been years and years of silence and pain.

"It's much better now. When I talked to Finn, the other day, he made me understand that the most important thing was I didn't lose my essence... I didn't lose who I am. He made me see that my father can think differently and don't want to handle this, but he loves me... and I will not be me who will be void to please anyone."

The puzzle was complete: the day that Rachel saw Blake, Finn was comforting and advising her. How could she have judged it so wrong?

Lunch was over and the four of them spent a pleasant afternoon watching movies and talking. Even when it came time for Finn to go to the theater, to make one of his last performances in the play, Kurt and Blake were so comfortable with Rachel, they stayed a bit more.

She could feel what it was like to be part of the family and the feeling was definitely very nice! It was a pity that marriage existed only on papers!

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