Hello! I'm so sorry about the serious lack of update over the last few months. Life has just gotten in the way of my writing lately and I'm truely sorry for that! I promise to try to not make you wait that long ever again! I drafted the next chapter so it should be out fairly soon. Thank you for everyone who is still continuing with this story! Oh and Glee season 3... is awesome! :D Also, does anyone know why this format is all weird on F.F.? When I upload chapters, all my indents disappear. :( Alright, I've kept you waiting long enough... On with the story!
**Big shout out to my wonderful beta: Southernyankee! You rock!
Disclaimer: I do not own Glee.
SLUSH CHAPTER 25
Caren67
As they walked towards the loud music, many dancing figures could be seen, swaying by the rippling shore of the lake.
Rachel squeezed Puck's hand in excitement and hugged him before skipping off to walk with Brittany and Quinn.
When they reached the bonfire, a warm hand wrapped around Rachel's arm.
"I am so glad you could make it," Daniel smiled, pulling her close for a hug. The sharp scent of alcohol attacked her senses. "I was waiting for you." His words were slurred together and he smiled lazily at her, his hand was still attached to her arm. His grip tightened.
Rachel shoved him gently, "Thanks for having us," she gritted her teeth and looked away. Her hand rubbed the spot where his fingers had dug into her flesh.
Her eyes caught the sight of the magnificent fire. The fire crackled loudly, its scarlet flames licking the moonlight. She walked toward the warmth and breathed the scent of the smoke.
Rachel sighed and looked behind her as Puck came up to her and wrapped his arms around her.
"Hey," he pressed his lips to the top of her head and kissed her gently.
"Hi," Rachel turned around and kissed Puck on the lips. They were suddenly oblivious to the world around them as they enjoyed the warmth of their bodies pressed together.
What they didn't see was Daniel sipping from a red cup and watching them through angry eyes.
The party progressed. Brittany and Mike tried out some new moves together, drawing the attention of many. Rachel's arms were around Puck, and she swayed her hips to the rhythm of the thumping music. His hands took hold of her hips and he pressed her closer to him.
Rachel grinned, and flashed him her pearl white smile. She brought her arms above her head and danced. She looked at Puck through a curtain of hair and winked. He growled deeply and kissed her neck.
Rachel tilted her head and laughed. She looked across the fire towards Quinn. She motioned for her to go dance with Sam, who was standing awkwardly for the punch bowl.
Quinn straightened her shoulders and let out a deep breath.
"Here goes nothing," She muttered to herself. She walked over to Sam.
"Hey."
"Hi Quinn," he smiled. "Want something to drink?" Sam showed off the table beside him.
"No thank you, Sam." His smile slipped and he thrust his hands in his pockets. "I was actually wondering if you wanted to dance.." Sam's smile reappeared as if it was never gone.
"Yeah, I'd love to!" he took Quinn's hand and walked her over to the group of dancing and mostly intoxicated people.
Quinn laughed as Sam danced completely off the beat and as he flashed her his goofy smile, Quinn couldn't help but grin back.
"See what I did there…" Rachel whispered. "They are totally going to be together by the morning."
"Good one, Berry."
"Maybe I'm actually good at match making… I wonder who else I can put together." Rachel smiled evilly.
"Oh no, Rach. You've had your share of meddling for the night."
"Fine." Rachel crossed her arms in attempt to look angry, but ended up laughing heartily.
"Babe, I'm going to go get something to drink. You want anything?"
"Sure, just make it non-alcoholic please."
"Sure thing." Puck walked off to grab the drinks and Rachel skipped over to Tina and Mercedes.
"Hey. What's up?"
"Not much. This diva ain't finding any chocolate to satisfy her hunger." Mercedes raised an eyebrow and checked around the party. "Yep, only white boys."
"Aw, I'm sorry Mercedes. We'll find you someone. In the mean time, I think you should at least go check out that one guy over there!"
"Girl, how do you have such amazing eyes? I'm liking what I'm seeing." She pulled Tina up, who was looking around for eye-candy as well.
"Go talk to him!" Tina said, tugging Mercedes towards the guy behind them.
"Good luck!" Rachel smiled. This matchmaking thing was fun.
Puck came back and handed Rachel a drink.
"Thanks." Rachel took a sip. "Mhm, although soda is terrible for the vocal cords, I do love root beer." Puck smiled.
"I'm going to go find Britt, okay?"
"Alright, Babe. I'll be here." He held up his cup and took a seat by the fire.
Rachel walked off to find Britt. She was in desperate need of girl advice. Rachel spotted her across the party and began to walk towards her. Suddenly, someone grabbed her arm forcefully and pulled her in for a tight hug.
"Hey, Sexy." His breath reeked of cheap alcohol and his grip was bruising. Rachel pulled her arm from his grip.
"Hi, Daniel."
"Want to blow this party?" he whispered into her ear.
"What? No! This is your party anyway, why leave it?"
"Because then I could see how sexy you really are." His hand creeped up to her breast, and she pulled away quickly.
"You are obviously drunk, so please stay away from me." Rachel walked quickly away from him and went to find her blonde friend.
"Hey, Britt."
"Hi Rachy!" Brittany smiled at her friend and pulled her in for a hug. "What's up?"
"I find that I am in need of girl advice."
"Ah, okay. Sit right here." She patted the spot right next to her. Rachel set her cup down beside Brittany and turned to face her.
"So I was wondering if you thought tonight would be a good night to allow Puck to go to the next base?"
"I thought you didn't want sex, silly."
"I didn't. But tonight… he just looks so hot."
"True that," Brittany giggled. "I think if you want to have sex with him, you should. Just make sure both of you aren't drunk. We don't want another Quinn fiasco."
"Yeah, you're right. Okay, thanks Brittany."
"Any time. Now, go to your man!" Rachel laughed at Brittany's serious expression, but then realized she was in fact being serious. "Okay, okay!" Brittany laughed and pushed her friend toward Puck's direction.
Rachel began walking, but turned back towards her seat.
"I almost forgot my drink!" She picked up her soda and took a large gulp. Rachel sloshed the liquid towards the sides of the cup and took another sip.
"Hello, Mr. Handsome," Rachel said.
Puck looked up and smiled happily up at her. He stood up and took her back to the dance floor. They began to dance again. Rachel finished her cup and tossed it in the trash.
After about twenty minutes of dancing, the music began to fade in out. Rachel stopped dancing and looked around her. The world began to spin rapidly, and the noises got loud and then faded.
"Noah. I don't feel so good…" Her knees began to weaken and she began to look around her confused.
"What…? Where?" she grasped Noah's arms and she could see his alarmed face swimming in front of her before all turned to black.
***Worth the wait, hopefully? Please, please, please review/favorite/alert! All that fun stuff makes me so happy! -Caren67 xx