Hey everyone! Welcome to chapter 2. Before we get into this, I want to end off this intro with a S/O. BorisYeltsin; thanks for the review m8. It's really appreciated.
Anyway, enjoy!
'' So, who do we tell first?''
'' Your parents.''
'' Why? We know how they'll react. Let's rather tell our friends, at least their reactions will be varied. Kurt'll rush to baby GAP and come back with Blaine's credit card exhausted. Quinn, Britt, Santana and Tina are going to gush over you, Ms Pill-Emma'll probably squeal high enough to shatter the nearest window. Mercedes is going to lecture me whilst Puck, Jake, Sam and Artie, Mr. Shue- I mean Will, will congratulate me and joke that the kid's actually mine this time .''
Rachel looked over at her husband as if he was the biggest idiot on the planet.
'' What?''
'' Really? Sure, let's tell our friends, only for them to tell our parents first'' Rachel responded sarcastically, her patented smirk on her face.
Finn sighed, one thing he had learned after being married to Rachel for the last two and a half years and knowing her for the last 9 years, he had figured out that she was the Liam Neeson of wives. She always won in the end.
'' Fine you win, again. But let me ask you? When are we going to see them? In case you haven't noticed, my dad's been pretty busy since Hummel's tires and lube became a franchise. Also being a congressman isn't exactly a cake walk either.''
'' Already ahead of you. This Friday night, dinner at his and your mom's house. Kurt, Blaine and Caroline are going to be there as well. ''
'' H-how? You just brought up seeing them like 10 minutes ago? How did you manage to organize this?'' Finn asked, both confused and impressed.
'' I organized this a week ago.''
Finn's jaw dropped as Rachel winked at him and walked out of their bedroom. Man was she good, it was like being married to a wizard.
-x-
That Friday saw the couple parked outside the Hudson-Hummel home. The pair could see their friends' sleek black Tesla parked outside. Parking their own car, the pair rang the doorbell, attempting not to freeze in the January weather.
The door was opened by Kurt who embraced his bestie in a huge hug.
'' Aww Kurt. So good to see you again'' Rachel cooed.
'' Same here Rach, hey big boy'' Kurt flirted at Finn.
'' Kurt, we're both married'' Finn joked. The flirtation was just a way for Kurt to piss off Rachel and Blaine at the same time, it worked.
'' Hey, Blaine doesn't mind where I get my motor running, as long as I park in the right garage'' Kurt shrugged as he led the pair in.
As the pair were led in they saw their 4-year old step-niece watching an episode of Buzz and Tell whilst her other father and grandparents watched, downing beer and wine.
'' Hey guys, I've missed you'' Carole said as she embraced her son and daughter-in-law in a bone crushing hug.
'' Let them breathe Carole'' Burt joked.
'' Don't be rude Burt, or I'll hide your angina medication again'' Carole threatened.
Carole let the pair go as the room filled with laughter from the older woman's comment.
'' Finn, your mom cooked a bit too much again'' Burt said, as the pair joined himself and Carole on the couch.
'' Leftovers are always a good thing Burt. Besides it saves poor Rachel and Kurt from cooking.''
'' Hey, I cook!'' Blaine and Finn defended in unison.
'' Ordering Chinese doesn't count you two'' Rachel smirked.
'' Uncle Finn, Aunt Rachel'' Caroline said as she grabbed hold of the couples', legs.
'' Hey Carrie, wow you've gotten big, '' Finn said, propping the little girl on his lap.
'' She starts kindergarten next week actually'' Kurt said.
'' Wow, I still holding her in my arms'' Rachel smiled.
'' I wonder why'' Blaine smirked. This earned a glare from Kurt whilst the rest of the room just laughed.
That was how most of the night went, stories and laughter. They ranged from Rachel's latest performance of Hamilton. To Burt having to call an ambulance because one of the shop's trainees had blinded himself when welding.
As it turned out, Burt wasn't lying when he said that Carole had cooked too much. The appetizer consisted of garlic bread sticks with melted cheese in them. For entrees, Carole had created a homemade chicken lasagna and garden salad.
Finally for dessert, there was a triple chocolate cheese cake.
Eventually, after nibbling his second piece of cake, Finn gave Rachel the non-verbal cue that it was time to tell them.
Rachel sighed and then spoke. '' So listen, as much as we love seeing you guys, we actually have a reason for coming here.''
'' Om my gosh they're getting divorced. I told you it was only a matter of time. Listen Rachy, if this is another Shuester episode then I want details, spill'' Kurt said, leaning forward, smugly smiling with his head in his hands.
Finn flicked the man on his head. '' We are not getting divorced. We're in love. Secondly, Rachel's pregnant.''
'' Yeeeeee'' Kurt squealed.
'' Ow, daddy that hurt'' Caroline winced, covering her ears.
'' Sorry sweetheart, daddy can be a bit dramatic'' Kurt said apologetically, picking up his daughter and letting her lean on his shoulder.
'' Wow, I'm so happy for you two. How far along are you dear?'' Carole asked.
'' A few weeks'' Rachel answered. '' I'm actually fine, no morning sickness yet but I do get nauseous a lot.''
'' Well, this calls for a celebration toast. To Rachel and Finn, our best friends, family members and godparents to our Caroline. Here's o the awesome kid you're bringing into this world'' Blaine toasted, clinking his glass.
As the evening died down, the couples left the house but before Finn could leave Burt pulled him aside.
'' I need to talk to you, kiddo'' Burt said.
'' Okay?'' Finn answered.
'' Listen I need you to take care of Rachel. She's going to be really out of it. She's currently reliving the horrors of the last two-ya know?''
'' I know dad, I do. It kills me that I have to go to work every day and she isn't on maternity leave yet. I want to protect her, she's not just the mother of my child, she's my best friend. The last thing I want to every happen is to see her become morose and depressed again.''
'' I know son. You two are good together, you look out for each other. Kurt told me that even from the first day of GLEE club, there was something there that he couldn't compete with. Still if you need anything, ever. Just come over here and your mom, myself and your brother will be here.''
Finn embraced the older man in a bone crushing hug. '' Thank you.''
Finn jogged to his car, then got in.
'' So did your dad give you any advice?'' Rachel asked.
'' Better than you could imagine.''
-x-
The following week found the young couple at the front door of Puck and Quinn's home. It was a tradition that every month, the GLEE club alumni would get together for lunch, whether it was at someone's home or at a restaurant.
This month it was Puck and Quinn's turn. The pair had recently moved from their studio apartment in Columbus back to Lima. It was a good move for Quinn who recently had started a job as a kindergarten teacher at a progressive school close to McKinley high.
Puck himself was very invested in his military career as an Airforce pilot. He took his job seriously enough that he had '' borrowed '' a flight simulator from the nearest base and had it installed in the garage. He had even gotten his and Quinn's 4 year old sons Storm and Thomas use it.
The pair knocked on the door and were embraced by Quinn.
'' Rachy, how're you? This one given you any grey hairs yet?'' Quinn pointed at Finn.
'' Hey!''
'' Kidding Finn, come on in.''
As the pair made their way through the house, they found themselves in the Puckerman's backyard. Not every ex-member was there though. Although the ones the pair cared about were, these included Tina and Artie.
Artie himself had recently undergone special surgery against Tina's advice in order to walk again, surprisingly it had worked!
Thanks to a device inserted into his spine, he had full control of his lower body.
'' Hey look who's here. Finchel!'' Puck said, as he came away from his game of flag football with Sam, Blaine and Jake. Puck embraced Rachel in a hug whilst he extended his hand to Finn.
'' Dude I thought I told you to quit with the Finchel stuff'' Finn said as he shook his friend's hand.
'' Hey, don't talk back to a member of your country's fighting force. I may or may not keep rifles around this place'' Puck smirked.
'' He doesn't'' Quinn answered as she smirked at her husband.
Puck's face became exasperated.
Soon all the couples were mingling. Puck and Finn began catching up. Even though they were best friends, Puck's military career and Finn's teaching career kept the two from spending huge amounts of time together.
The same went for Rachel and Quinn. Despite starting out as arch-frenemies, the pair now relished spending time together. Next to Kurt, Quinn was the best friend Rachel could ever ask for.
'' So, Rach, I have to ask, what's it like being a Broadway actress but living in Lima?'' Brittany asked.
'' Weird-ish. I enjoy permanently having a room reserved at the Radisson but not being here most weekends is something to get used to'' Rachel answered.
'' I can imagine, when Noah was still training at WestPoint, it was strange. I felt like I was living a lie when I said I had a boyfriend'' Quinn said. Ever since they got married, she stopped referring to him by his nickname and by his real name. Mostly because she too could now go by the name '' Puck ''.
Kurt, who had chosen to stick with the girls had given Rachel a look as if to say '' do it.''
Rachel was going to wait for her window of opportunity to bring up the pregnancy before someone caught on.
'' So, Rachel, how long have you been pregnant?'' Mercedes asked.
The group stared at the young woman as if she had just stated that she didn't view July as a month.
'' How-how did you know?'' Rachel asked.
'' Girl that's an easy one. There's a hot tub near the pool and you ain't in it. We all know how much you love yo'self a hot tub. Also, we gots Rose' here ain't you haven't touched it. I remember how much your ass loves Rose''' Mercedes answered.
'' Wait? You're pregnant?'' Quinn asked.
'' yep.''
Brittany and Santana gushed over the former New Directions star whilst Kurt just confidently sipped his wine.
'' Hi there fetus, its your auntie Quinn, I'm going to make sure you have impeccable fashion sense, unlike your mommy'' Quinn said, putting her head to her friend's stomach.
-x-
'' Dude a dad? Man, you're getting old'' Puck said as the group took a water break.
'' Yeah yeah, I'm old. But I'm ready for this'' Finn said.
'' You sure about that?'' Sam asked, wiping sweat from his head.
'' Why wouldn't I be?''
'' Because you'll be needed 24/7 for the next 9 months. By October, you should be halfway ready for this.''
'' How do you know this?'' Finn asked.
'' I have two younger siblings, both have two kids each, since we all live in the same apartment block I'm always needed.''
'' Dude, you just moved up to number one on my speed dial.''
Aand that's it everyone. Please stay safe and awesome. And for my southern hemisphere fans, we can survive this winter!