AN: As previously mentioned, I am still currently writing this story out, I wont be updating as often, most likely once a week, that as I have been asked for some paintings to completed, that has been taking mt time as well. I unfortunately have deteriorating disc's in my back and had one removed a few years ago, I am in constant pain so that slows my progress down as well. I do thank you for your patience and now... on with the story.
The twins entered Sue's outer office and were immediately waved through to the inner office by Becky Jackson. As soon as they walked through the doors Sue immediately ordered them to sit. The twins shared a shrug before sitting.
"I see you got your brother calmed down," Sue began "Tell me Ray, how long were you abused for?"
Ray looked up shocked and she felt Noah once again bristle beside her.
"Look as cliche as this sounds, this is a safe space and anything said in here does not leave this office. I know that you two are adopted and that you are both in a safe environment now. However, judging by you're brothers reaction to gigantors idiocy and you being the only one to calm Puckerman down, tells me that you were abused as a child, most likely by your biological father. So again I ask how long?"
"Too long" Ray replied softly before continuing. "Almost nightly I was beaten by that bastard. Noah tried to protect me as much as he could and some nights we were both given a beating. It was our mother who saved us at the cost of her own life." Ray finished sadly.
"Where is he now?"
"Dead." Noah replied in a flat tone.
Sue nodded in approval and was silent for a few minutes as she observed the twins.
"So my Head Cheerio tells me that it was the hockey team that seems to be the ones responsible for the glitter fest in the varsity hallway. I, however, am in doubt."
"Why is that Coach Sylvester?" Ray asked innocently.
'Because those puckheads can barely hold a thought in their tin insignificant minds, let alone be masterminds behind rigging three lockers with glitter bombs after having turned Hudson's hair pink. Who ever the prankster or pranksters as it seems more likely, have added some entertainment around here. Now as long as nothing violent happens or anything permanent to my Cheerios I will look the other way. I do know that whom ever is behind this, is smart enough to hack the video feeds and used a randomized ip generator when they hacked the closest internet connection. The made sure to bounce the randomized address around the world after they had cloaked and encrypted it. That is how I know it wasn't the work of those puckheads."
The twins kept straight faces, not giving anything away as Sue had outlined her suspicions and waited for her to continue.
"All right get out of here. I already had Becky delivery passes for you're morning classes." Coach dismissed them but as Ray was walking out the door Sue stopped her for a moment.
"Is he truly calm Ray?"
"Yeah. He wont do anything during school hours Coach or on school property. Anything outside that I cant make any promises."
Sue nodded in satisfaction returned to the papers on her desk as she waved a hand in dismissal.
Noah and Ray began walking down the hallway heading towards the doors that led to the football field when they heard the static crackle of the PA system.
"Attention students, would Miss Ray Puckerman-Berry and Miss Quinn Fabray report to principal Figgins office. Thank you."
Groaning in irritation, Noah and Ray turned around and began walking as slow as possible towards the front of the school, where the administrative offices were. Ten minutes later the twins finally showed up at Figgins outer office and Quinn was already sitting, waiting, as well as Finn and his mother Carole. Finn was holding an ice pack to his hand glaring at Ray as she finally stepped into the office.
"Please take a seat Miss Puckerman-Berry." Figgins began in his monotone voice "We are in the process of procuring a television to play what Mr. Israel recorded in the hallway earlier this morning. Mr. Hudson alleges that you instigated the attack and that you are responsible for his hand potentially being broken."
"That freak is responsible." Finn whined trying to gain any and all sympathy that he could.
"Oh Shut up Finn! You tried to punch Ray and she moved. You did this to yourself." Quinn berated.
"Calm down children. Ray do you have anything to contribute?"
"Watch the tape and decide for yourself." Ray shrugged knowing that the man child was trying to do everything he could to make her look like the bad guy.
"Alright Figgins, lets see what JewFro has on tape here." Sue announced a few minutes later as she wheeled in the a tv and media player.
Once everything had been plugged in connected and powered on, the events began to play out much as they had earlier this morning. JewFro had captured Finn coming down the hall attempting to hide his face in shame and embarrassment and the off color comments could be heard along with Ray's laughter at Brittany's comment.
"See! You can here the freak laughing at me." Finn whined once again as if the laughter justified his actions.
"Actually I was laughing at Brittany's comment of and I quote 'Fairies don't jizz glitter'." Ray replied in a bored tone knowing that her lack of emotion would irritate the taller teen even more.
The video continued to play and eventually it picked up Ray humming the tune to I Feel Pretty as she gently maneuvered Brittany out of the way then Finn's eventual big swing and miss.
"Finnigan Christopher Hudson! I raised you better than this. YOU know better than to hit a girl. I don't care if they have the same genitals that you do, that is not Ray's fault and certainly doesn't give you the right to treat her as you have been." Carole turned away from her son to face Ray before continuing. "I'm so sorry Ray for my sons behaviour. I know that you are going to say that it's not my fault but I want you to know that I am deeply ashamed of his behaviour. He will be dealt with. As of right now Finn, you have lost all privileges. That means no XBOX, no foot ball no tv and you are grounded. The rest will be discussed at home and with Principal Figgins."
Finn was almost in tears when he spoke next "But Mom I cant quit football. The team needs me."
"Actually Finn, Coach Beiste has cut you from the team. She watched this video and stated that she has no place on her team for a player that attempts to attack their team captain. You are to turn in your uniform and equipment by the end of the week and you are no longer permitted to wear your letterman jacket. Unless you make it onto another team that is." Coach Sylvester informed him gently.
"Miss Fabray, Miss Puckerman-Berry, you two are free to return to your classes." Figgins dismissed them.
"Everything ok sis?" Noah asked as soon as the pair had exited the office.
"Yeah all good. Hudson's been kicked of the team and been prohibited from wearing his letterman jacket unless he makes it onto another team." Ray turned to face Quinn before continuing. "Thank you for your honesty in there."
"It was nothing Ray. He's an idiot. He's always been an idiot and thinks that the world revolves around him. I wouldn't be surprised if he ends up transferring once word gets out that he tried to attack his captain. Can I talk to you in private for a minute?"
"Sure."
Quinn led the twins to an empty classroom. Noah waited outside the door making sure that the two girls wouldn't be interrupted.
"What's on your mind Quinn?" Ray asked as she sat on a desk.
"What's the story between you and Brittany?"
"Why? I mean is this you asking because you're interested or a fishing exhibition for Santana?"
"Both actually. Britt is one of my best friends and I don't want to see her get hurt. You know that she's still in love with Santana."
"I'm well aware of Duckie's feelings towards your short tempered second in command. To be honest I'm providing of Brittany security. Duckie and I love each other but its purely platonic. She needed a break from Santana's push - pull intentions and I'm providing it. Tell your girl to pull her head out of her ass before she hurts Britt one time too many. Brittany wants more than just sex. She wants Santana as her end game but only if Santana can admit it to herself and Brittany. She is not asking for her to come out of the closet to everyone but she she deserves better then what has been happening between them. Santana needs to finally be honest with Brittany and herself and if she cant do that, well then she needs to let Brittany go."
"So you are not in love with Brittany?"
Ray laughed softly. "No Quinn. Duckie is not the one whom holds the key to my heart. Talk to your girl Quinn before she blows it, and tell her that if she wants me to accept her apology it has to be sincere. Once she figures out why she needs to apologize, aside from the fact that it will make Duckie happy, it will be sincere. Look," Ray continued at the sceptical look on Quinns face. "Come over to the house for dinner, bring a bathing suit or other clothes to swim in and you will see it's all platonic. For crying out loud my bedroom isn't even on the same floor as Britts. Like I said, I'm providing her a safe space where she can relax and not worry about sex or being pressured or being talked into it."
"Tonight then?"
"If you like."
"Alright. I'll follow you and Puck home, but Britt rides with me."
"If she wants to, I have no problem with that. And you can either follow me or Noah seeing as he drove as well today. Between you and me I think he's just trying to impress some junior cheerios so he can get laid."
Ray smiled at Quinns soft laughter as she shakes her head and leaves the classroom
Second AN Note: So as this is an on going story I'm not sure that I will be able to update as often as I write everything long hand before typing it all out. I just hope that all the followers continue to stick with it as it goes. Much Love,
Cris
