A/N: Thanks once again for the reviews and follow/faves on the last chapter.
So this one is going to see a lot of people hating me, and that is because I think some of you may know where it is heading.
I should mention over the next two chapters (this one and the next), there are time jumps - and that is because I don't want to be writing a lot of filler stuff, that really has no impact on the overall outcome of the story.

So this one sees a three month time jump and the next one will as well see a jump in time.
I do apologize in advance for what you are about to read - but do know and be assured that I have the whole thing planned out to the very end.

As always please review and fave/follow if you haven't done so already. But please remember to keep the reviews friendly.
Love KJ xoxoxo.

Chapter 25

Three months passed and as the month headed into June, Rachel started to get more and more nervous with every passing day.

However her reasons were completely justified, as in April she received the honor of being nominated for a Tony award nomination for Best Actress in a Musical, for her role as Fanny Brice in Funny Girl.

The Tony Awards were now only a day away, and Rachel had been given the night off from the show so that she would be well rested for the awards taking place the next day at Radio City Hall, where all of Broadways finest past and present would be in attendance, and a night where there was no shows in any of the Broadway theaters, in recognition of the awards being held.

Mikki, Blaine, Sam and Brittany were over at the girls apartment and they were having in honor of Rachel, a Barbra movie night.

Rachel though had decided that she wanted her friends opinion on her dress and was currently in her room getting changed into the gown that she would be wearing for the awards.

"So who actually votes for them?" asked Sam, as the other four sat in the living room eating pizza whilst waiting for Rachel to come back out.

"Industry, so those within the Broadway community vote. Each year they select a panel of judges from maybe past winners and all that and they will go and see all the musicals and plays that are eligible for nomination and then decide whether or not they and anyone in it, should be nominated" replied Blaine.
"And then a secret ballot is held and votes are put in and then will be revealed tomorrow night on the live telecast" said Mikki.

Sam nodded. "Okay awesome" he replied, as Rachel came out of her bedroom.

"Ohhh pretty" said Brittany, when she saw her.

"Really?" asked Rachel, as the other three also looked at her and took in the dress that she was wearing.
That being a deep purple coloured gown with a small train and a beaded detail below the bust line which was an empire sweetheart cut that perfectly framed and fitted her body in all the best ways.

"You look absolutely stunning" said Blaine.

"Yeah, even if you don't get to win the Tony award, you're still going to be a front runner for the best dressed on the night" said Mikki.

"And you're going to have all the guys in America, lusting after they see you in that tomorrow night" said Sam.

Rachel looked at her friend and laughed. "Thanks Sam" she said, with a smile.

"So how are you doing your hair?" asked Brittany.

I was thinking maybe up in a chignon" said Rachel as she pulled her hair, which was currently down, up. "And that way you can see the cut of my dress in the back" she said, as she turned around to show the others the cut of the dress in the back.

"Yeah, that would look really nice and elegant as well" said Mikki.

Rachel nodded as she turned around again, and let her hair down.

"So will you do that, or someone else?" asked Brittany.

"What's that?" asked Rachel.

"Hair and makeup" said Brittany.

"No, me and some of the other girls are getting the makeup artists for the show to do it for us. We want to look good" replied Rachel.

"There is never a time when you don't look good Rach" said Blaine.

Rachel looked at him and smiled. "Thanks. I'm just going to go and get out of this quickly. I don't want to be ruining it or anything like that" replied Rachel, and headed back in to her room to change.

And the other four waited for Rachel to return before they continued on with their movie night.

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Marley was sitting on the sofa in Puck's apartment, whilst he was putting Jayden to bed. She was flicking through the channels on the television, when she saw the promo for the Tony Awards tomorrow night.

"Really hope Rachel wins for Funny Girl" said Puck, as he came out into the living area and sat on the couch next to Marley.

"Yeah me too. She's really nice even though she was a little bit snippy at first" said Marley.

"Well for that there was reasons" said Puck.

Marley nodded.

"So you said when you got here that you had some news, do share" said Puck.

"Well I had a call today from Museum of Arts and Design, and they offered me a job as a curator there" said Marley.

"That's fantastic news" replied Puck, kissing her.

"Yeah it is, but the only thing is I'm not an American citizen" said Marley.

Puck looked at her. "But you're able to get a working visa right?".

"Yes, but in order to get one, I have to return to Canada for a month and then apply for it" said Marley.

"But what about the job? Are they going to hold it for you until everything is sorted?" asked Puck.

"When I explained all that to them, they said they were willing to, as they really want me for this position apparently" said Marley.

"Well that's great right" said Puck.

Marley nodded. "Yeah, just returning to Canada for a month whilst I sort all of this, is going to be a pain".

"I won't get to see you for a whole month, or get to do this" said Puck, kissing her.

"No you won't" replied Marley.

Puck looked at her sadly, but then smiled. "Marry me"

"What?" asked Marley, her eyes going wide with shock.

"You can tell them you're engaged, and then you won't have to go back to Canada to apply for citizenship" said Puck.

"Puck, I don't know. Marriage, really" said Marley.

"Sure, why not. I love you" said Puck.

"And I love you as well, it's just marriage is a really huge step and we've only been going out for a few months" said Marley.

"But think about it, it's the perfect solution to your problem and you can start the job straight away and won't have to leave" said Puck.

Marley looked at him. "Okay yeah, let's do it. Let's get married".

"Really?" asked Puck.

"Yes really, I'll marry you" said Marley and kissed him.

Puck didn't reply, instead he just kissed his now fiancée back and then the two of them then continued to discuss the finer points of how the whole new aspect of their relationship was going to now work.

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Saturday night, the night of the Tony awards. Blaine, Sam and Brittany were once again at Mikki's apartment to watch the live telecast, and Puck and also Marley were on their way, both of them having also been invited by Mikki to come and watch as well and were picking up the chinese food order that had been placed on their way.

"So it was nice of you to ask Marley over" said Blaine, as they sat in the apartment waiting for them to arrive.

"Well if we want to see Puck we have to be willing to accept someone new that he's dating" said Mikki.

"And it's not like Rachel hasn't been going out with anyone, she's been out with a few guys since her and Puck broke up" said Brittany.

"Just still weird in a way" said Sam, as the door opened of the apartment opened Puck walked in with Marley, who was pushing the stroller that Jayden was in.

"Hey guys" said Puck, as he walked over to the kitchen table and placed the chinese food down.

Mikki stood up and went over to the table as Marley pushed the stroller over to where the sofa and chairs were.

"So we sharing this up" said Puck.

"Yeah be the best way" said Mikki and grabbed some plates out of the cupboard, as Puck took the bags of chinese over to the table for all them.

Marley got Jayden out of the stroller and sat down on the sofa and Puck sat down next to her, and Jayden went over to his father.

"So how long until the Tony broadcast starts?" asked Brittany as she grabbed a plate as did the others and they started grabbing some food for themselves.

Mikki bought up the information guide on the television. "Another twenty two minutes, or so it says".

"You know I've never actually watched a Tony awards" said Marley, as she grabbed some of the takeout.

"Really?" asked Blaine.

Marley shook her head.

"Never really felt the desire too, but I guess kind of knowing someone now who does Broadway, it does make me kind of curious as to what happens and all that" she replied.

"Well we're all hoping that Rachel wins tonight" said Sam.

"Of course, I understand that" said Marley.

"Did you just want some of the chicken from this one for Jay?" asked Mikki, as she put some on her own plate.

"Yeah that be great Mik" said Puck.

Mikki nodded and put some of the just chicken bits from the teriyaki into a small bowl for Jayden, and then handed it over to her cousin.

"So umm, actually Marley and I have something to tell you guys" said Puck, looking at his friends.

"Okay" said Brittany.

"I got offered a job at Museum of Arts and Design" said Marley.

"That's great, well done. I love MAD, they have some awesome stuff there" said Mikki.

"Thank you" replied Marley, looking at her with a smile.

"But you're Canadian right" said Blaine.

Marley nodded. "Yeah, so I have to have a working visa, which I don't at the moment" she replied.

"So how are you going to be able to work here then?" asked Sam.

"I asked Marley to marry me" said Puck.

The others looked at their friend in shock.

"Marriage?" asked Mikki.

"What did you say?" asked Brittany, looking to Marley.

"I said yes" she replied.

"Okay, whoa hold up here. You do realize that if the government were to find this out, then you'd be getting in a lot of trouble" said Blaine.

"Why, we love one another" said Puck.

"Yeah okay maybe you do cous, but marriage is huge thing. You know this having already been married" said Mikki.

"Sure, it is. But I think it would happen sooner or later with me and Marley, it's just now so Marley can work in the States, and not have to go back to Canada and potentially loose a job even though they said they would hold it for her" said Puck.

"Well I guess should say congrats, man" said Sam.

"Thank you" said Puck looking at him with a smile.

"Yeah, it's just kind of surprise that's all" said Mikki.

"That it definitely is" said Blaine, and the six of them continued to eat and wait for the Tony telecast to start.

Later that evening, the time had come for the announcement of the award that Rachel was nominated for.

Jim Parsons walked out on stage and went to the podium. "The nominations for Best Leading Actress in a Musical are; Rachel Berry for Funny Girl".

"Okay, shhh this is it" said Mikki as the camera at the awards panned to Rachel in the audience and she gave a little wave to the camera, as Jim continued to read out of the list of other nominees.

"What do you think her chances are like" said Brittany.

"She's up against Audra, so I don't know" said Blaine.

"And the winner is of the Tony award is" said Jim, as he opened up the envelope containing the name. "Rachel Berry; Funny Girl".

The crowd applauded and back at Mikki's apartment, five of the six of them that were there, erupted in a loud cheer when Rachel's name was called.

"Wow she actually did it" said Puck.

"Yep, it's all she ever dreamt of when we were in high school" said Mikki.

Puck looked at his cousin and nodded.

On screen, Rachel walked up to accept her award from Jim Parsons, and he gestured for her to the microphone for her speech of thanks.

"Wow, okay, I honestly didn't think I would win" said Rachel, with a laugh as she looked at the Tony award she was now holding.

"I guess I should start by thanking Sydney and everyone else involved with the show, thank you so much for the chance of a lifetime. I should also thank my dads, I love the both of you so much and you gave me all the opportunities and have supported me and just being there for me through everything, if it wasn't for both of you, I don't think I would be up here today. And also my beautiful friends who are back at my apartment, hopefully watching this, thank you so much for everything you have done for me. You guys have been so wonderful through so many tough times and I don't know what I would do without any of you. I love all of you from the bottom of my heart" said Rachel.

"Aww, that's so sweet" said Brittany back in the apartment.

"Yeah, didn't think we would get a mention" said Sam, with a laugh.

"That's Rach for you though, always selfless" said Puck, with a small smile as he looked at Rachel on the television.

"And there is nothing more magical than that moment the lights go down and the curtain goes up, and the audience goes silent, waiting in anticipation for the show to begin. It's a moment full of hope and of possibilities. So I'd also like to thank the audience tonight for coming and for believing, as I do, that there is nothing more important or special as live theatre. Thank you so much" finished Rachel, and walked off the stage.

"Guess she's going to be celebrating tonight" said Brittany with a laugh.

"Oh I think so" replied Mikki with a laugh also, and they continued to watch the rest of the Tony broadcast.

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The next day, in the afternoon before Rachel headed off for the matinee show, Puck went around to the apartment and knocked on the door.

Rachel came to the door dressed in her pajamas and looked at him with a smile, when she saw who it was.

"Hey congratulations miss Tony Award winner" said Puck, handing her a small bunch of flowers.

Rachel took the flowers from him. "Thank you Noah, they're beautiful" she replied, holding the door open so that he could come inside.

"So how does it feel to be a Tony winner?" asked Puck.

"Honestly, it hasn't quite sunk in yet that I have won" said Rachel.

"Well you did, because you were clearly the best and also the world is now yours. You can do whatever you want on stage, and also in film, television and music" said Puck.

"Hmm, I know. I've been on the phone with my agent most of the morning and lining up all these interviews on tv and also in the media. Turns out everyone wants to talk to me now" said Rachel, with a laugh.

"That's because you are most definitely a star, and people are realizing what you're friends have known all along" said Puck.

Rachel laughed. "Yeah maybe".

"So have you spoke with the others this morning?" asked Puck.

"Yeah seen Mikki and the guys, but not Britts although she did send me a message as did Kurt which was really sweet" said Rachel.

Puck nodded. "Yeah it was".

"Did you want a juice?" asked Rachel, going over to the fridge.

"Umm, sure yeah" replied Puck and Rachel got out the bottle of orange juice from the fridge and poured two glasses and then took one over to Puck.

"I'm getting married" said Puck as Rachel handed him a glass.

"What?" asked Rachel, her eyes widening in shock.

"Yeah, umm to Marley" said Puck.

"Well I thought maybe her. But Noah you've only been going out for a few months" said Rachel.

"I know and that's what the others said last night, but I do love her and she has just gotten a job here in New York and in order to stay she would have to return to Canada and apply for work visa" said Puck.

"Then why marry her, she can just as easily to that" said Rachel.

"She could but it's not a guarantee that you she would even get one. And getting married does mean she can stay, and I can keep my girlfriend here as well" said Puck.

"Yeah, I just don't know what to say besides, just wow" said Rachel.

"Congratulations would be kind of nice to hear" said Puck.

"Oh right yeah of course congratulations. But Noah, I don't want to see this end badly for you, if the IRS was to find out that you're only marrying Marley so that she can live in the States. You'd be in lots of trouble" said Rachel.

"I know and Blaine has already expressed that concern. But I know what I'm doing here, don't worry" said Puck.

Rachel just looked at him.

"Marley already practically lives with me, because the only other option is with her aunt. Who as you know from Mikki is kind of bossy and crazy" said Puck.

Rachel nodded. "Well I'm happy for you Noah, really" she said, and gave him a quick kiss on the cheek.

"Thanks Rach, that means a lot coming from you" said Puck.

"So guessing the wedding will be soon then" said Rachel.

"Umm, yeah thinking July and probably in Canada, since Marley has a lot of family there and it will be easier for them" said Puck.

Rachel nodded.

"I really hope you will be able to come as well Rach, I want all my friends there" said Puck, taking her hand.

Rachel looked at him and smiled.

"Wouldn't miss it" she replied.

"Good" said Puck.

Rachel looked up at the clock on the wall. "I really need to be getting ready Noah, I have to be on stage soon, and I am guessing that it will be somewhat madness at the stage door today".

"Of course, everyone is going to want to catch a glimpse of the Tony winner" said Puck.

Rachel laughed. "Yeah".

"Okay, I'll let you go. Good luck out there this afternoon" said Puck.

"Thank you and congratulations to you and Marley" said Rachel.

"Thanks" replied Puck with a smile and put his glass down on the kitchen bench.

"I'll see you later" said Puck.

Rachel nodded and Puck left the apartment.

Rachel went over and grabbed the empty glass of Puck's and then tipped her juice down the sink. She then quickly wiped away the stray tears that had started and then headed to get ready before the matinee performance of her show.

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That same day, Mikki was sitting in the coffee shop reading a book whilst she indulged in a little time for herself.

Marley walked into the coffee shop and headed over to the sofa, and sat down on it. "Mikki" she said.

Mikki looked up at her. "Oh hey Marley".

"Yeah, umm hi. I hope you don't mind me coming here and talking to you. It's just Puck told me you would be here" said Marley.

"Yes, he knows me well. Sunday I will come here for a coffee and also it gives me a chance to read and relax" said Mikki.
That's what he said" said Marley.

Mikki nodded. "So what are you reading?" asked Marley.

"Oh umm, a book called Cinnamon, it's part of a series by VC Andrews" replied Mikki.

"Don't think I've heard of the author" replied Marley.

"Virginia Andrews, Flowers in the Attic" said Mikki.

"Oh I've heard of her" replied Marley.

"Yeah, well VC Andrews are books that are now written under her name, by a ghost writer" said Mikki.

"So someone is benefiting from the use of her name then" said Marley.

"Yes, her family and the estate of VC Andrews" said Mikki.

Marley laughed. "So is that one a good story?" she asked.

"I will let you know when I have finished the series" said Mikki, with a laugh.

"I might just look and see if I can find them on my Kindle" said Marley.

"You're quite welcome to borrow any books of mine if you want, although most are this kind being the good old fashioned paper back" said Mikki.

Marley laughed. "Not a fan of the electronic book then?" she asked.

"I wouldn't say that, I do have one. It was a christmas present from Blaine about three years ago now, since he would always see me reading like this, and thought it would be easier to have all my books in one place. But I often find they can be more expensive on there and I get most of my books second hand on eBay" said Mikki.

"Yes, know all about Mikki and her eBay addiction" said Marley, with a laugh.

Mikki nodded. "So you wanted to talk to me about something?".

"Okay, umm well I was actually hoping that you would maybe be one of my bridesmaids when I marry Puck" said Marley.

Mikki looked at her in shock. "Me?".

"Yes, if it wasn't for you getting ill that night then you wouldn't have gotten Puck to accompany me to the art gallery and we probably never would have met" said Marley.

"Okay, so bridesmaid, really?" asked Mikki.

Marley nodded. "It would be you and also my best friend in Canada who I have known since high school".

"Sure, I'd be honored to be one Marley" said Mikki.

"Thank you" said Marley, leaning and giving her a hug.

Mikki laughed. "You're quite welcome. Just as long as the bridesmaids dresses are not hideous".

"Well I think my other bridesmaid you be dead set against them being hideous, she has quite a thing for fashion" said Marley.

"Good" replied Mikki, with a nod.

"So maybe if you're not doing anything next weekend we can go dress shopping, and I can see if my friend is able to come from Canada for the weekend so she can be with us when looking" said Marley.

"Yeah, that's fine. Let me know and I'll be there" said Mikki.

"Okay great thanks so much" said Marley.

"Sure, after all you are going to become my family" said Mikki, with a smile.

"Yes, I guess so" replied Marley with a laugh.

Kurt came over to where they were sitting. "Did you want a coffee Marley?" he asked.

"No can't stay, I have to meet my Aunt Sue for lunch" replied Marley.

Kurt nodded.

"I'll have a refill though Kurt, that be awesome" said Mikki.

"Sure" replied Kurt, grabbing her now empty coffee cup and going back behind the counter to make another one for her.

"So I'll call you sometime during the week or see you even" said Marley.

"Yeah okay, you know where to find me even" said Mikki.

Marley nodded and stood up. "Bye" she said, and went to leave.

"Bye" replied Mikki and Marley left the coffee shop.

Kurt walked over to Mikki with the fresh cup of coffee. "So couldn't help but overhear that. But Puck's getting married to her?".

Mikki looked at him and nodded as she took the coffee from Kurt. "They are indeed getting married".

"Wow. Way to rebound from a year long relationship, get married to someone you know for a few months" said Kurt.

Mikki nodded. "But for all we know this could be the perfect match and they will live happily ever after".

"You really believe that" said Kurt, with a laugh.

"Oh please, I gave up on the fairy tales years ago. Those sort of things never happen in real life" replied Mikki, laughing.

"That's for sure" replied Kurt, laughing also.

Mikki smiled. "Yeah".

"Okay, I'll let you get back to your book" said Kurt.

"Thanks" replied Mikki.

"And I want to read it when you're done. I love that author, but never seen that one before" said Kurt.

"Sure, I'll pass it on when done" said Mikki.

Kurt nodded and went back behind the counter and Mikki then spent the rest of her day, finishing up the book before leaving the coffee shop to go home.

End Note:
I know, I know you really want to kill me now, right! As Sami would tell you you're all "hilarious" and then go back to her singing. (She also knows the overall outcome of the story and for the record "love it")
And if you want to see what Rachel's dress for the Tonys looks like - the picture is on my tumblr account (link to page is in my profile).

Just quickly, I don't know if any of you have read the in-depth spoilers released for the first 2 eps of season 6, and also the songs that are going to be sung.
So let me just say one thing, I am so glad that this now disaster of a show will soon be over!

Anyway, should hopefully have the next chapter up by mid next week. Half of it is already written, and has been since start because it involves major plots for the rest of the story.
So keep an eye out for that and I will be back soon!
Love always, KJ and Sami xxx