Pieces

by FinnHudsonGlee

His parents got divorced, he was forced to return to the U.S from his boarding school abroad, he got into a fiery racing crash and got a career-ending injury that ended his chances of becoming an F1 driver, all before he even turned 18. He's gone off the rails: getting thrown out of schools, sleeping rough. Is Finn too far gone or can a hidden talent bring him back from the depths?

33. Chapter 33

CHAPTER 33

"Emily?"

Finn asked, rubbing his eyes in confusion. Then he realised what had happened, and Emily did too.

"Finn… wait… do you know who I am?" Emily asked, softly. Finn groaned in pain, gripped his head and nodded.

"My memory… it's back." He murmured in shock. "I… I got in a fight?" He asked, confused. Emily nodded.

"Yeah. You and Sam got into a fight." Emily replied. Finn slowly nodded and they remembered the reason for the fight, and everything that happened leading up to it. None of them knew what to say. It was incredibly awkward. Finn ended up taking off in the other direction, leaving Emily rooted to the spot in shock.

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Finn woke up the next morning feeling better than he ever had since his injury. His amnesia and identity crisis were finally over! He then realised something… because his family were all asleep when he got in the night before, they hadn't heard the good news! He practically ran downstairs and into the kitchen, where Neve was sitting and eating breakfast. She looked up when he came into the room and raised an eyebrow when she saw his huge grin.

"Why the big smile?" She asked.

"My memory's back." Finn replied, simply. Neve jumped out of her chair in shock and excitement.

"ARE YOU SERIOUS?!" She exclaimed. Finn nodded. She grabbed him and pulled him into a fierce hug. "Finn, that's amazing! How did it happen?"

Finn looked down at the ground and his cheeks blushed slightly.

"Emily kissed me." He mumbled quietly, but Neve heard him. Her eyes widened.

"You kissed your ex-girlfriend?" She asked, surprised. Finn shook his head furiously.

"NO! She kissed me. I had no idea who she even was. She walked into me and fell over. When I helped her up, I realised she was wearing my ring."

"Wait… your ring? Your black ring? She had it?"

Finn nodded.

"Yeah. I didn't know how, I didn't know why. And when I was about to ask her about it, my coat hood slipped and she saw my face. She immediately started running away but I could tell she knew something about me so I followed her."

Neve raised a hand.

"Hold up. Let me get this straight… it was night time, you were wearing clothing that showed none of your face, and yet you chased a young woman down the street."

Finn shrugged.

"Not my finest move, I know. But I caught up with her and I basically begged her to tell me who she was. She didn't. She just kissed me and then all of my memories came back. Hurt like hell, but I don't even mind. Now that I finally have my memories back, I can get on with my life after this… detour."

"Wait… so you're not going to get back together with Emily?" She asked. Finn shook his head.

"No. Why should I? She still cheated on me. Our relationship was toxic. I don't deserve that."

Neve sighed and nodded. She saw where her brother was coming from, but she also knew how much he loved Emily. The two of them were endgame. She knew it, Finn knew it, Emily knew it. It was now just a game of chess - both of them had their guards up extremely high and neither wanted to risk dropping those walls.

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When Finn walked into McKinley that morning, his initial thought was confusion. Pink banners, hearts and streamers were strewn from the walls. The halls were littered with flowers and chocolate wrappers. That's when Finn realised… it was February 14th - Valentine's Day! After everything that had happened and given that he wasn't dating anyone, he had completely forgotten about it. Finn sighed to himself. It was going to be a long day…

Finn walked into the choir room and he groaned when he saw the room. It was just as well-decorated as the rest of the school, pink hearts scattered on every inch of the room. Most of the Glee Club were already in the room, including Emily, who was sitting in the back of the room, not making eye contact with anyone. Everyone who was in a couple was sitting with their significant other - Tina and Mike, Santana and Brittany, Rachel and Puck (they had gotten together over the Christmas break) were all making the most of one of the most special days of the year. Hell, even Kurt was in a relationship with a guy from Dalton Academy. It wasMr. Schue bounded into the room and grinned at the Glee Club.

"Hey guys! Happy Valentine's Day!" He exclaimed. Those in a relationship cheered and those who weren't grumbled. Mr. Schue laughed.

"Wow. Mixed reaction. Why am I not surprised?" He chuckled. Every year, those who were in a relationship absolutely loved the day but those who weren't hated every minute of it. Finn didn't hate Valentine's Day because unlike every other single person in the room, he was choosing to not be dating anyone and he was living with his own choice, not the choice of someone else. "So, we've got a lot to get through today. First up, we've got a new student joining us." Mr. Schue said. Everyone cheered.

"They probably saw Finn fight and realised that this is the side of the war they want to be on." Puck remarked. Finn shook his head.

"You're such a dumbass." He replied. "Firstly, you called McKinley a war. In a war, there are always casualties, and there are no winners. Trust me, I'd know." Finn said, gesturing to his head. "Second, it's probably a new kid. After all, why would anyone else join the club?"

"Nah, man." Puck said. "Mark my words… It's going to be someone who saw the fight and is a massive fan. Ten bucks says it's an existing student."

Finn shrugged.

"I'll take that action." He responded, before turning to Mr. Schue. "Mr. Schue?"

"Finn's right." Mr. Schue said. Finn laughed and took the ten dollars from Puck. "Finn, you know him actually?"

Finn raised an eyebrow.

"I do?" He asked, confused. He racked his brain but came up empty. Who in the world could it be? Finn really didn't know very many people. Maybe it was someone from Dubai? No, that was unlikely. After all, who would move from that paradise to this shithole?

"Yeah. He's a new kid. Moved from Columbus." Mr. Schue added. Finn's eyes widened. No way. Could it be? The young man who walked into the room right now confirmed Finn's thoughts. Finn's face broke out into a huge smile.

"No way!" Finn laughed. "Josh, what's up, dude?"

Josh smirked and bro-handshaked Finn.

"Not much. Family moved here for work. Thought I'd see what you waste so much time doing so… here I am."

Mr. Schue smiled.

"Well, it's great to have you here. Do you know how to sing?"

Josh raised an eyebrow.

"Um… yeah. I wouldn't be here if I couldn't." He replied. "Do I need to audition or something?"

Mr. Schue shrugged.

"Not really. Truth is, we need members and even if you can't really sing, you can always be a background vocalist. Anyways, let's get started. So… Valentine's Day. A day of love. So as the Glee Club, that's exactly what we're going to be singing about today. But, to spice it up, we're going to add a little bit of flavor to it. We're making it a competition."

Everyone shuffled in their seats and murmured excitedly.

"What are we competing for?" Rachel asked, clapping her hands together.

"Well… you guys are all going to sing a solo or duet love song and the best person/people get a Breadstix voucher. Free dinner for two."

Everyone cheered in excitement. Mr. Schue grinned.

"Let the competition begin…"

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"OK, who wants to go first?" Mr. Schue asked. Rachel's hand shot up and Puck reluctantly stood up and joined her at the front of the room. As much as he liked Rachel, he had to admit that she could be very overeager whenever it came to Glee. He plugged in his acoustic guitar.

"Rachel, Puck, take it away…"

Picture perfect memories scattered all around the floor

Reaching for the phone 'cause I can't fight it anymore

And I wonder if I ever cross your mind?

For me it happens all the time

It's a quarter after one, I'm all alone and I need you now

Said I wouldn't call but I've lost all control and I need you now

And I don't know how I can do without

I just need you now

Another shot of whiskey, can't stop looking at the door

Wishing you'd come sweeping in the way you did before

And I wonder if I ever cross your mind?

For me it happens all the time

It's a quarter after one, I'm a little drunk and I need you now

Said I wouldn't call but I've lost all control and I need you now

And I don't know how I can do without

I just need you now

Oh, whoa

Guess I'd rather hurt than feel nothing at all

It's a quarter after one, I'm all alone and I need you now

And I said I wouldn't call but I'm a little drunk and I need you now

And I don't know how I can do without

I just need you now

I just need you now

Oh, baby, I need you now

To hear the actual song, click:

watch?v=LY5LtUCP3qM

Or search… 'Need You Now Glee'

At the end of the song, everyone clapped politely. It was good, but it wasn't fantastic. Mr. Schue knew that.

"Great job, guys. Setting the bar high. I like it." He said as the couple sat down. "Who's up next?"

Santana and Brittany were the next two to stand up. They walked to the front of the room.

"Girls, what have you got for us today?" Mr. Schue asked.

"Um… me and Britt are going to be singing I Don't Want to Miss A Thing by Aerosmith."

I could stay awake just to hear you breathing

Watch you smile while you are sleeping

While you're far away and dreaming

I could spend my life in this sweet surrender

I could stay lost in this moment forever

Every moment spent with you is a moment I treasure

Don't wanna close my eyes

I don't wanna fall asleep

'Cause I'd miss you, baby

And I don't wanna miss a thing

'Cause even when I dream of you

The sweetest dream would never do

I'd still miss you, baby

And I don't wanna miss a thing

Lying close to you feeling your heart beating

And I'm wondering what you're dreaming

Wondering if it's me you're seeing

Then I kiss your eyes and thank God we're together

And I just wanna stay with you

In this moment forever, forever and ever

I don't wanna close my eyes

I don't wanna fall asleep

'Cause I'd miss you, baby

And I don't wanna miss a thing

'Cause even when I dream of you

The sweetest dream would never do

I'd still miss you, baby

And I don't wanna miss a thing

I don't wanna miss one smile

I don't wanna miss one kiss

Well, I just wanna be with you

Right here with you, just like this

I just wanna hold you close

I feel your heart so close to mine

And just stay here in this moment

For all the rest of time, yeah, yeah, yeah

Don't wanna close my eyes

Don't wanna fall asleep

'Cause I'd miss you, baby

And I don't wanna miss a thing

'Cause even when I dream of you

The sweetest dream would never do

I'd still miss you, baby

And I don't wanna miss a thing

I don't wanna close my eyes

I don't wanna fall asleep

'Cause I'd miss you, baby

And I don't wanna miss a thing

'Cause even when I dream of you

The sweetest dream would never do

And I'd still miss you, baby

And I don't wanna miss a thing

Don't wanna close my eyes

I don't wanna fall asleep, yeah

I don't wanna miss a thing