General POV
It's been a few weeks since the listening party and everyone has been busy. Santana has been busy trying to finish the album and hasn't really left the loft or her office in those days. Quinn walks into the building greets Marley and makes her way to Santanas office.
"Hey, San. Sorry to bother you." Quinn says as she knocks while opening the door.
Santana looks up from her MacBook. "Oh hey Q. You're good. What brings you here?" She questions.
"I just got done with court for the day and wanted to stop by and see you. Have you ate? Quinn is looking around and just sees empty redbull cans
"I think so, I've had a snack here and there.. I've been kind of busy." Santana says leaning her head back and closing her eyes.
"San you have to eat something. This isn't healthy. Come on we can go eat or i can cook you something." Quinn says taking a seat next to Santana.
"You will cook for me Quinn? Last time you tried you almost burned the loft down remember?" Santana says laughing but still holding her eyes shut.
"Hey! it wasn't my fault you distracted me! As i recall you said 'Come on Q. what's the worse that could happen?' as you kissed me." Quinn said laughing
They both laugh and Santana remembers that night very well. Quinn was trying to be romantic but Santana was distracted by her ass and she couldn't help herself, she was hungry but she wanted to eat something that wasn't on the stove.
Santana is brought out of her thoughts when there's another knock on her door. Becky comes in and she's a bit taken back at the sight of Quinn and Santana close on the couch just laughing. She musters her best smile and walks towards them.
"Hey babe!" Santana stands up and goes to kiss Becky but she turns her head on time and Santana ends up kissing her cheek.
"Hey San." Becky says quietly. "Surprised to see you here Quinn." Becky says dryly
"Oh, yeah. I was done with court for the day and wanted to stop by and maybe grab some lunch with Santana or something." Quinn responds awkwardly
There was an awkward pause and Becky was the first to speak up.
"Okay, well Maribel is here and she's cooking so she's expecting us in the loft. If you want to join us Quinn you're more than welcome."
"Oh! Mami is cooking! Hell yeah!" Santana went to close her MacBook and grab her phone.
"Come on babe lets not keep her waiting!" Santana kisses Becky and runs out like a little kid. Both girls laugh as they see the Latina run out.
"Join us Quinn." Becky says as she turns to look at the blond.
"Becky it's not what it seems like. I'm not trying to sneak my way in or anything i promise. I've missed my best friend and we have a histo-"
"Save it Quinn. If Santana cheats that's a decision she makes and she will have to face her consequences. But if that's how You want to be seen as the one she cheated with that's up to you. I know Maribel and Ricardo love you and have spoken highly of you. But one thing you may not know is that they're my Godparents and they would move heaven and earth for me too. I told you before I won't fight over anyone but i'm also not going to allow you to walk all over me. You made it clear that you love Santana and I respect that but don't take my kindness for weakness. I like you Quinn but I also know that I can make it impossible for you to ever talk to Santana again. So unless you want me as an enemy i suggest you learn your place. If at the end she chooses you then so be it but don't be the Rachel in mine and Santanas relationship."
Quinn is taken back. She didn't know Becky had that fire in her and she didn't want to be seen as the cause of that relationship ending. She needed to just be Santanas friend and besides she didn't want to be seen as the other woman. That's not who she is.
"You're right Becky. And i wouldn't want to be with someone that already is committed to someone else. I don't want to turn Santana into a cheater or cause any harm."
"Okay. So we're on the same page. Now lets go eat we don't want to keep them waiting." Becky turns around and leaves the office.
Meanwhile Santana enters into the loft excited and oblivious that she had left the other girls behind.
"Mami! Whatever you are making smell incredible!" Santana goes into the kitchen and hugs and kisses her mom on the cheek
"Gracias mija, I am making enchiladas your abuelita used to make." Maribel hugs her daughter back
"Oh! I haven't had those in a long time! I missed them and that reminds me that I have to call abuelita and catch up with her."
"Where's Becky? I could have sworn I sent her to go get you and the other two mischiefs." Maribel looks behind Santana
"Oh, yeah she came into my office as Quinn and I were talking and I kinda left them there once she mentioned you cooking.." Santana replies shyly
"Okay mija, what are you going to do?" Maribel turns her attention to her daughter
"What do you mean mami?" Santana asks nonchalant
"Don't act stupid Santana it doesn't suit you. You know what I mean. You tell me that you and Becky are dating and then a few days later I see Quinn at the listening party. I know you had or have strong feelings for her. But you can't break Becky's heart just because you're confused. I love Quinn mi amor but Becky is more of my daughter and you know that. So what are you playing at? I didn't say anything when you went through your random girls stage but now I will warn you Santana that I will not allow you to break Becky in anyway just because you want your cake and to eat it too"
Santana takes a moment to think and put her thoughts together.
"Mira mami, I care very deeply for both of them. Quinn and I have a history and when we got together we fell hard very fast and it was very physical and beyond emotional. With Becky it was always a friendship and then the feelings started to change and I always thought she was beautiful but she never gave me the time of day. Now that she has accepted to give us a chance I want to do right by her. Yes Quinn coming back has been something unexpected but I don't want to let her go again. I don't want to hurt them and I don't want to end up hurt.
I really think Becky was hurt to see me so close to Quinn when she came into the office. I've seen her broken from her last relationship and I must admit i felt like shit. But being with Quinn is like going back in time as if nothing had changed. What do i do mami?'
Santana leans into her moms embrace and rests her head on her shoulder. Maribel hugs Santana and just calms her.
"Follow your heart mija. Becky leaves for LA for a couple of weeks. Take this time to figure out what you want and maybe spend time with Quinn where there's people around. Don't be alone with her because things could get messy. I didn't raise a cheater and I'll be damned if you do that. Do you hear me Santana?" Maribel says firmly.
"Si Miami, I'm not going to cheat and I will figure it out."
Santana helps her mom around the kitchen and then they hear the elevator and in comes Puck, Dani, Quinn and Becky. They all great Maribel and start to set up the table and help with what they can. Maribel always loved these moments because even if they're all grown she missed taking care of her kids.
"Wow now that is some good food." Puck says while patting his stomach and leaning back
"You ate half the damn food!" Dani says laughing
"Your point? It's not my fault you're all slow eaters." Puck says back.
They all laugh and sit starts cleaning up. Becky helps Maribel with the extra food and they are laughing and talking. Santana noticies and see how much her mom loves Becky. She always did and even when they weren't in contact much Maribel and Ricardo always made sure keep tabs on Becky and call her. Quinn sees this also and she has a ping of jealousy because she wants to be this close to the Lopez's.
"I told you that you had some serious competition Q." Pick says coming up to her.
"It's not a competition Noah. There's nothing I can do except be a friend to San. I hate it but only time will tell." Quinn says in an irritated tone.
"Maybe you should move on Q. Try dating someone else. San is my sister and I won't allow you to break her once again." Pucks tone turns serious.
"What's your deal Puck? Since I've come back you've been an ass to me. You say these things I don't know if it's to get under my skin or just to be a jerk. Do you think I like this situation? Do you think I enjoy seeing the woman I love be with someone's else? I have a few regrets in my life and this is one of the worse. It kills me everyday Puck but I keep on. I don't want anyone else but if she's happy I will support her. I'm not here to break her believe me when I was walking away it broke me also." Quinn is at the verge of tears by this point.
"Is everything okay?" Maribel walks up to them
"No Mrs. L" Puck response
"Okay, let's go up to the roof and talk."Maribel says.
Quinn and Puck look around and see that Santana is busy showing Dani a video and Becky is on the phone. They walk out following Maribel.
"What's going on?" Maribel asks as soon as they all got on the roof.
"I don't know. Puck had been an ass to since we first met again and he keeps pointing out that Santana has someone better. He keeps reminding me how broken Santana was and I guess he figures it was fuckin picnic for me!" Quinn says angrily
"Okay, Noah what's your side?" Maribel enquirers
"I don't care if she was broken or not. She left! I picked up San from the floor when she cried! I was there to make sure she didn't die of alcohol poisoning! Did you know there was a time she was hooked on Adderall?! She would go days without sleeping and would just write and drink! And when she would finally crash and sleep I would stay awake and make sure she didn't die!
So excuse me for not wanting to see my best friend like that! She's worked hard and she's been sober for 3 years. She's learned to heal and to move on. But you come back and profess your love to her and that's great and all but have you thought how this would affect her?!"
Puck let's out his frustration and you can hear the sincerity in his voice and his worry.
Quinn has tears running down her cheek
"Puck. I didn't know any of that. I was a coward and I was afraid to look for her. Yeah once her music became popular and she became famous I figured I would never have the opportunity to see her again. And when I did I didn't think." Quinn says as she reflects on the past years.
"Of course you didn't know. The only ones that know are 5 of us. But she was there Quinn."
"Was where?" Quinn asks confused
"Your graduations. From Yale and Columbia. Blaine told her because he actually made sure she was okay. She went to your graduations. She cheered you on from the shadows. She knew everything about you but she also saw the life you had made for yourself. She would have followed you to the end of the world if you asked. Forgive me for not wanting to see her at her lowest." Puck says calmly
Quinn is at a lost for words and tears just fill her eyes again. She can't believe Santana was there for those events. Santana actually kept up with her and all Quinn do was bury herself in school and work and push the Latina away from her mind. Quinn is snapped back when she hears Maribel speak.
"It's true mija, Tana was there. We all advised her against it but she told us she had a promise to keep. Listen baby I love you but seeing my daughter spiral the way she did almost killed me. I'm not saying you're here for a bad reason but you have to be clear what you want. You both are like gasoline and fire. You both don't know when to stop. When you're both good you're great but when something goes wrong you're both deadly. You have the career you've always wanted and so does she. You're not 20 anymore you're older and I'm praying wiser. But Becky aside. Is this version of Santana that you want to be with or with the Santana you knew 6 years ago?"
Quinn hasn't really thought of it. She was just happy to have Santana back in her life that she didn't stop to think that they both had changed and they were two different people.
"I didn't think about it honestly. I love her and I know that without a doubt. But we both have changed. We're no longer kids we actually have careers and responsibilities. I'm sorry." Quinn says lowering her head and crying.
"Don't cry Q. Please. I worry about San and I just don't want to see her like that again. I know it may not have been easy for you either but I have all this built up anger and seeing her smile again makes me happy. She's my best friend and she's also been there for me when i had my problems. Her and Dani never left me and we made sure to come up together. You did your thing Q. You achieved what you always wanted and thankfully we did also but no one doubted you.. everyone doubted us."
It's strange to see Puck this open about anything. Quinn looks at him and she can tell he's trying to be a good friend maybe not to her but to Santana.
"Look you both need to get on board that you're no longer immature 20 year olds. Yes you all went through a rough patch and it's made you who you are today. But you either decide to hate each other or become friends again. I have spoken to Santana about this situation and I would like to believe she understands. You all need to get back to being friends and focusing on that and not on your romantic love let the past stay where it belongs in the past. Be happy individually and then work it out." Say Maribel as she sits next to both of them
"Mrs. L is right. I'm sorry i was hard on you Q. I would really like to be friends again if you would want to."
Quinn stands up and hug Puck unexpectedly
"I've missed you and our friendship also Puck. I'm sorry for hurting you and I promise I just want to make things right."
Puck hugs her back and for once it seems like they're okay.
"Okay you two is there anything else?" Maribel asks
"How do i go about Becky? I thought she liked me but i'm pretty sure she threatened me earlier." Quinn states concerned
Maribel starts to laugh and Puck and Quinn just look at her funny
"Ay Quinn. Becky is a sweetheart but don't cross her. She has always given people the benefit of a doubt but once she feels threatened or used she can be very vicious. I love that girl to death and 99% of the time i will take her side. So i suggest you also get to know her as an individual and not just as Santanas girlfriend. She has a big heart but she's also not perfect. I am surprised you're still around honestly."
"Wow this is going to be tougher than i thought." Quinn laughs
They talk for a few more minutes before heading back to the loft. They all hangout and for a moment everything seems normal. They decide to watch a movie when Quinns phone rings
"Hello?"
"Hello, Quinn this is Rachel"
"Rachel I can't talk right now i-"
"Come on Q the movie is about to start!" Santana yells
"Is that Santana?!"
Rachel squeals and all Quinn can do is hang up the phone
"Hey, everything okay?" Becky asks
"That was Rachel and she heard Santana in the background." Quinn says frustrated
"Well damn. Now she'll be even more upset." Becky laughs
"Why?" Quinn questions
"San didn't tell you? They didn't sign her." Becky adds
