Chapter 9
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Quinn POV
The rest of the day I spent it lounging around my apartment. I definitely have a lot to think about. I keep going back to that feeling I felt when I saw Brittnay and Santana in the hallway. I have seen women flirt with Biff a number of times he even flirted back a few and it never hurt this much. After constant thinking I had to admit I was jealous of the two girls, but why? I have never had feelings for another woman. I respect women and I think they're beautiful but never have I felt anything romantic or sexual towards one. Do I see Santana that way?! No I can't! She's my best friend. I can't think of her like that. I won't ruin the friendship.
I am taken out of my inner rambling by my phone buzzing. It's my dad out of all people. I almost don't answer, but I know he'll just call again.
"Hi Dad." I say trying to conjure up some cheer.
"How's my baby girl?" His booming voice answers.
"I am well dad, how are you and mom?"
"Oh we are great sweety. I am actually calling because we haven't seen you in a while. We are going to Leave for New York next week."
"Business trip?" I ask him.
"Yes sweety we are going to meet some business associates. Anyway honey, your mother and I demand a dinner date before we go and I want Biff there too. I miss the young fellow." He says and I can hear his smile.
"I don't know dad. I am really busy and so is he." I say not wanting to discuss that my relationship is on the verge of breaking apart.
"Nonsense Quinn. I will make reservations and send you the information. I expect you there with Biff, that's final." He says in a strong voice.
"Yes dad." I say knowing it's pointless to argue.
"Great talk soon sweety. Take care." I can hear the smug smile in his voice.
My father Russel Fabray is a prideful man. He works for this big finance company and is obsessed with status. Hence his love for Biff. I've never been one to let him down. My whole life I've tried to be the perfect daughter, but somehow I always feel like it's not enough. Biff seemed to be my biggest accomplishment as of late. My mother Judy is one of those women who came from a well off family. She is loyal to her husband and is always by his side. As a mother she tried to be there for me, but she was a wife before a mother, always. Whenever I did anything wrong my father would blame her too as if she was the reason for my flaws.
I love my parents no matter how many issues they have and I won't let them down. I will be the daughter they want. The first step for that now is to talk to Biff and get him to come to that dinner with me. I have to fix things with him. With this thought I push all the confusion related to women specifically Santana to the back of my mind although that seems impossible. I decide to text Biff.
Me: Hi
Biff: Hey where did you go last night we were having a great time.
I groan at this. He was having a great time. He couldn't even acknowledge his rude comments. Nor did he text me to see if I got home safely. Whatever.
Me: I felt a little under the weather.
Biff: Well next time please come and say goodbye to my friends and I before you go it is rude to leave without excusing yourself.
I am shocked. How did this turn into a lecture about my manners when he was being rude to me. Focus Quinn you're doing this for your parents for you because you don't like girls you like well established men like Biff. I swallow my pride and reply.
Me: Yes. Sorry about that.
Hating myself a little more as I hit send.
Biff: It's ok honey now you know.
Me: Yea. Well my parents want to have dinner this week so please make time.
Biff: Dinner with Russel? I am in. Send me the details.
Me: I will. I am actually going to study so I probably won't talk to you till tomorrow.
Biff: Very well have a nice night.
With that one conversation I am exhausted. Do I always feel this exhausted after talking to him? I can't help but compare my conversations with S. They're always so relaxed and make me want to keep talking to her. Somehow she always gets me and don't get me started on her ability to make me laugh. I know I am more of a serious person but S always gets me laughing so easily even when I am "mad" at her. Texting or in person I always want to talk to her.
"Shit" I yell to my empty apartment. I think I might actually have a crush on my best friend. No! I can't be thinking like this. She's a woman, she's my friend, she has Britt now I can't do this to myself or to her. I have to get her out of my head. I need to distance myself from her even if it hurts. It'll suck now but it'll be for the better in the long run. I feel a tear run down my face. How did my life change so much so fast? Stupid feelings, stupid crush, I think as I make my way back to bed no studying is happening tonight. I hear my phone buzz, but I don't have the energy to open it especially if it's a text from Biff. I simply let sleep overtake my body.
Santana POV
It's been a couple hours since I was at Q's. We ended on an ok note at least she was smiling, but I know she was still off. I texted her a while ago but there is no reply yet. Maybe she fell asleep I conclude. We have class tomorrow so I'll check on her then. I look at the clock Britt said she was done with her errands a while ago. I take out my phone and FaceTime her.
"Hey!" I hear B's chipper voice from my phone.
"Hi B, how were your errands." I say smiling.
"Oh you know, good ol dorm laundry room then finished the night with a nice trip to the grocery store."
"Wow, don't have too much fun," I say laughing.
"It would've been way better if you were around."
"Don't tempt me with a good time. A night at the grocery store that really gets me going." I laugh.
"I'll keep that in mind. So to what do I owe the pleasure of your call." Britt laughs
"No reason. Just wanted to see your face loser." I say honestly.
"I am glad because I really wanted to see yours too."
I can't help but try to hide the blush creeping on my face.
"So when's your next showcase? I had a lot of fun watching you." I say.
"Ummm I don't know the exact date yet, but I know practices are starting soon."
"Y'all really jump from one show to another that's impressive."
"Yea, we have to so scouts and bigwig people have more opportunities to watch us in action." she says with a playful eye roll.
"I am sure you'll catch their eye. You're kind of an amazing dancer." I say.
"Kind of! I am not even completely amazing?" she replies faking hurt with a laugh.
"Can't get your ego so high." I laugh.
"Please keep me grounded." she says with a smile.
"Will do. Anyway Britt, I have to let you go. It is getting late and I should at least review some readings before bed."
"Ahhh yes I forget I am dating a big ol nerd." she says with a wink.
"Ha Ha very funny. Goodbye Britt. I'll text you." I reply.
"I will be waiting. Bye!" she says waving at the camera. With one last smile I end the call.
Things with Brittany are great, it's so easy. Dating her is like hanging out with a friend, but occasionally we make out and now I can say we have done the deed. It was actually pretty good, now that I think of it. I should plan another date soon.
The next day I woke up to a text from Q saying she had to be on campus really early so not to worry about carpooling. I think it's a little odd because even when one of us does have to get to campus early we just make the other come with. I push the thought aside and start to get ready. Showering, throwing on some casual clothes, and grabbing my things. I hate mornings without my carpool buddy. Q and I always talk about the dumbest things on the way to school. It always makes my day start a little easier. I pull up to the usual lot I park in and make my way to the science building. Bio starts in 20 minutes. I can make a quick coffee pit stop. I grab two coffees from the nearby snack cart. One black for Quinn since I am assuming she was probably too busy to grab coffee for herself. As I make my way into the classroom 5 minutes before class begins I notice something really weird at least to me. Q isn't sitting in our unassigned assigned seats. She is sitting in the back middle row with students already occupying the seats around her. I frown a little because we always sit next to each other. I walk over to where she is seated and simply put the coffee down on her desk.
"Good morning Q." I tell her with a half smile then make my way to my seat, genuinely confused at the small change in behavior of my best friend.
Quinn POV
The professor lectured us on some cell stuff and before I knew it class was over. My mind was not in this class, but I already knew most of what he was saying so I'll be fine. I was too busy thinking about Santana's little frown as she walked in and saw where I was sitting. Then she had to be sweet and bring me coffee. I was so close to getting up and taking my seat next to her, but I couldn't. I am confused right now and I know being around her is gonna make things worse. It may seem childish playing the avoiding game, but I'd like to think this is for her good too. I just have to get away for a bit while this crush goes away even if it's killing me. I finish packing my things and I am about to walk out of the now empty classroom when I feel a warm hand on my shoulder.
"Hey you ok?" I hear that voice I can recognize anywhere.
"Umm yea, just tired." I responded obviously lying.
"Hmm I would have thought you got a good night sleep since you didn't reply last night."
"Oh yes I did call it a day early, but still tired you know." I say.
"Ok. Well do you want to grab breakfast you have a gap before your next class." she says. Dam i forget she knows my schedule.
"I can't actually. I have to go to professor Martinez's office hours right now." I say, glad I came up with that quick.
"Alright then your loss," she says in a voice that shows she is a little bummed. I know it's my loss but I have to stay strong while I figure things out. "I'll see you at the apartments later." she adds.
"Yea see you later." I say leaving the room. Now I can't go to any of the food spots because I might risk seeing her. Darn no breakfast I guess I'll go hide out in a classroom for my gap.
Santana POV
I text Britt to see if she is on campus since Quinn couldn't have breakfast with me. I know she is being weird, but I'll give her some time before I pry. Q is strong whatever she is going through she has it under control and when she doesn't I know she'll open up to me. I open my phone to see if Britt replied.
Britt: Morning! I am actually at the food court. Come meet me I'll have a smoothie bowl waiting for you.
Me: You had me at smoothie. Be there in 10 :)
I smile and make my way to the food court. I see Britt sitting at a table, her head emerged in whatever is playing on it and of course two smoothie bowls waiting. I smile at her focused stare. She looks up and sees me making my way to her. A big smile plastered on her face as she gets up to hug me, adding a small kiss on the cheek. It feels nice to have someone this excited to see me. Usually it's just Quinn who gets excited to see more or Puck when I bring him food after his practice.
"Hey Britt." I greet her, taking a seat next to hers.
"Hi I didn't think I was going to see you today," she says.
"I usually have breakfast with Q today, but she is out being a nerd or something." I say not wanting to go into depth about Q's weird behavior.
"Ouch am I a second choice." she says, half joking.
"No you were actually like 3rd my side chick was busy." I say with a chuckle.
"You jerk." she says playfully shoving me.
"It actually all worked out. I wanted to ask you out on a date, but I didn't want to do it through text." I say suddenly getting shy.
"So are you gonna ask me?" she says playfully.
"Brittany, will you go on a date with me?" I ask officially.
"Yes, I would love to Santana." she says leaning over to give me a peck on the cheek.
"Cool," lamely comes out of my mouth. "I want to take you to a fancier spot than the pizza parlor." I say.
"You don't have to San. I'll enjoy anywhere with you." she says and I feel all warm inside.
"Look, just be ready for me to wine and dine you properly." I say with a chuckle.
"Ohhh are you gonna finish that sentence because I like being wined, dined, and sixty-" I cut her off before she finishes.
"Britt no!" I laugh out loud.
"Fine fine." she laughs with me. We sit there for a while talking about nothing important before Britt has to go to the studio.
"I'll talk to you later?" she says, as we walk out of the food court.
"Yea I'll text you later and I'll send you the info for that date." I wink at her.
"I'll be waiting." she says hugging me before she walks into the fine arts building.
I smile and walk off ready to get through the rest of my day.