"I didn't bring you here to cause you problems, Quinn." Rachel spoke honestly but Quinn stared back warily.

"And how am I suppose to know that? You know my situation. You could easily rat me out. So, why else would you bring me here?" Quinn replied with less bite.

"Because of them." Rachel said stepping out of the way of the two head stones she was standing in front of.

Quinn gasp as her eyes were wide staring in disbelief.

There on the head stones read Leroy Berry and Hiram Berry.

The dedication, date of deaths were displayed beautifully.

"Rachel.." Quinn whispered breathlessly.

Rachel sat on the ground staring at the two head stones with watery eyes. It was still hard to visit them.

She hasn't visited in a while because it can be too much sometimes. Especially, when she's alone.

"They died November of sophomore year." Rachel said stoically.

The only indication of her pain was in her eyes.

Quinn sat beside the brunette slowly. She couldn't believe what she was seeing or hearing.

She remembers seeing the Berry family all over town over the years growing up.

Looking extremely happy and full of family love. The two men always doting on their daughter.

"They had just went on a couple's cruise and during the cruise there was a severe category 5 hurricane hitting the coast of Florida."

"Their boat was caught in the middle of it. The ship was recovered a few weeks later."

"Most people aboard the ship were lost at sea. It took months before bodies started washing up on the shore."

"My dads were found separately, months apart."

"I was released into the custody of my older sister."

At the news of Rachel having an older sibling the blonde's brows hit her hairline.

"In the will it states that I was allowed to be legally emancipated when I turned 16 with supervision of my sister until I'm 18."

"I was left the house and my trust fund for college along with both my parents businesses."

"Of course at the time I was 14 and would be turning 15 that December but I didn't care. I was angry and lost."

"My sister tried to get me to listen but I wouldn't."

"Our relationship was only a few years old at the time. So I had no real respect for her."

"One night, I snuck out and met these older kids. I started hanging out with them. Drinking, smoking weed and partying the pain away for those glorious couple of hours when I could forget.." Rachel trailed off as she opened her backpack and dug around her bag until she pulled out her wallet.

Quinn's mind was reeling over the fact that Rachel Berry was at all rebellious, let alone parentless. She never showed an inkling of anything being wrong. Quinn had a hard time picturing it.

The blonde was so caught up in her thoughts that she startled when something was placed in her hands.

She looked down and gasp at the adorable sight in the photo.

"Is this you? You look adorable." Quinn cooed without realizing it. Rachel smiled sadly.

"No."

"Than wh-"

"He's my son."

Quinn's head shot up in surprise and she stared at the brunette incredulously.

Trying but failing to ever remember seeing Rachel pregnant.

"Rachel, that's not funny." Quinn said seriously.

"It wasn't meant to be. It's the truth."

Quinn looked back down at the photo than at the brunette.

It was as if he was Rachel's carbon copy.

His unruly curls, big chocolate doe eyes and bronze skin tone.

"Wow.. How did I not know about this?" Quinn asked in awe of the revelation.

"No one but my sister and the hospital he was born in knows with the exception of two other people." Rachel replied taking back the photo and placing it into her wallet.

"I still don't understand what this has to do with you bringing me here." Quinn said calmly, full of curiosity now.

"Because I knew you'd react badly and though I wanted to confront you last night. I didn't want to put you on the spot or cause you to flee in the middle of the night with a child and a baby. I brought you here to tell you my truth and to show you that I understand you having to keep your secret. I've been keeping my son a secret for 2 years. I've been keeping my dads deaths a secret just as long. I have been keeping my sister a secret since I was 5 when I just moved here." Rachel spoke with honest sincerity in her eyes.

"No one really knows anything about me or who I really am and that's because I don't want them to. I don't know what happened between you and Puck or why your back with Finn and I don't care to know to be honest, it's your business. However; I do give a damn about the fact that you are running yourself into the ground doing what your doing. Those kids should not be sleeping in the basement of our school and neither should you. No one deserves that, Quinn. I'm offering you my home because honestly I'm worried about you girls."

"I have the space to fit more than the 3 of you. So you don't have to worry about that."

"I won't ask questions or tell you what to do and I'm not forcing you to come stay with me. It's still your choice after this conversation."

"I won't tell anyone about anything but I do want you to know you have a place to stay when ever you want, for however long you want."

"You can come at anytime, day or night and that door will be open for you."

"It's just my son and myself living there. I swear you wouldn't be imposing, just think about it." Rachel finished.

Quinn had silent tears coming down her face.

She couldn't believe the generosity the brunette was offering but than again Puck had done the same in convincing her to move to that apartment with him and keeping their daughter.

Even though, he already knew she had other responsibilities.

Quinn had mixed feelings about everything.

She didn't want to put herself and the kids through anything with other people again but at the same time the offer sounded amazing.

"We should go. We already missed 2 periods." Rachel said standing up dusting off her skirt. Quinn followed suit.

The blonde was silent and Rachel left her to her thoughts.

They made it back to the car in the same manner.

The drive was not uncomfortable as both girls were lost in their own worlds.

When they got back to school, both girls headed to their lockers.

Neither saying a word. Rachel was finished first and began to turn on her heel to head to her class.

"Thank you.. Rachel.. For keeping my secret and for your consideration." Quinn said staring into her locker.

Rachel had turned slightly but not all the way around.

"Your welcome. I meant every word and thank you for keeping mine." Rachel said.

Quinn made eye contact at the words.

It was the truth. Rachel had just handed her the greatest blackmail and was trusting her not to betray her trust. They both were basically in the same position.

She gave the brunette a nod and Rachel returned it before continuing down the hallway.

That was all she could do.

The ball now being in Quinn's court. It was up to the blonde to accept her help.


Quinn headed to her own class in thought.

She couldn't believe what just happened. She couldn't believe that Rachel of all people could honest to god understand her completely.

Quinn had so many questions. One big one being the fact that Rachel Berry had been pregnant without anyone knowing.

But most of all, Quinn was petrified that now someone knew. Her secret was no longer a secret.

Quinn walked into her class with her head spinning.

She now had the option of some where to live and it made her feel so much better with the knowledge that she could take it at any time she wanted.

Quinn was so distracted and caught up in her thoughts. She hadn't noticed who she sat next to.

"Hey."

Quinn turned to the sullen voice.

"Hey, Brit." Quinn said with shining eyes and a smile that slowly slipped from her face.

Britney looked extremely sad and worn out? She's never seen Britney look that way. The blonde was always full of crazy energy and happiness sprouting from her pores.

"Are you okay?" Quinn asked in concern.

Britney gave her a smile but you could tell it was forced. "Oh, yeah. I'm just really..." Britney trailed off with a thinking face Quinn secretly found cute. "Bored?" Britney finished in question with a confused face that caused Quinn to giggle.

Quinn's giggle in turn caused Britney's mood to lift and she giggled too.

"Ms. Fabray, Ms. Pierce? Something you want to share with the class?" Their teacher asked in annoyance.

"No, sir." Quinn answered with a charming fake smile.

He rolled his eyes and turned back to the board continuing his discussion.

Quinn waited a moment before whispering to Britney.

"Seriously, how are you? I know I haven't been around or called but I'm still your friend and right now your worrying me."

"It's nothing, Q. I've just been taking extra dance classes and stuff. So I'm just tired."

Quinn didn't look convinced but if Britney didn't feel comfortable confiding in her, what could she do?

"If your sure?"

"I'm fine, Q. How are things with you? San, said she asked you to hang out but you said no."

"I didn't say no. I said I couldn't because I had something to take of. I would have loved to hangout though and I appreciate the invite." Quinn replied with a smile.

"We would've loved it if you could've came. We miss you." Britney said sadly causing Quinn to feel like a terrible friend.

"I miss you guys too. I swear as soon as I can. We'll hang out. Just the three of us."

Britney's face lit up at that. "Promise?" Britney asked in that excited childlike way that made her so innocent. Quinn felt her emotions in her chest stir.

"I promise."

"Cool."

"Ms. Fabray, Ms. Pierce I will not allow disturbance in my class. If I have to warn you again, I'll have you down for detention before class is over." He said sternly.

Quinn paled at the threat while Britney stared at him blankly.

Quinn faced forward and didn't talk the rest of the class period.


Rachel sat in principal Figgins office with Mr. Shue present, fuming.

Finn had gone to him upset claiming that Rachel attacked him for no reason.

Though it was kind of true because his argument with Quinn had nothing to do with her.

She still felt provoked by his actions and was appalled on Quinn's behalf. No one other than she and Quinn knew the reason why she was so angry.

That didn't mean Finn had to be a little bitch about it and tattle tail.

"-It's not like he's innocent!" Rachel growled.

"That's not the point, Rachel." Mr. Shue replied.

"It never is, is it Mr. Shue!"

"Rachel, this isn't like you! Attacking another student and your co captain, no less."

"Yeah, some co captain he is! He doesn't even do anything but squeal in the background like the pig he is!"

"Rachel! Now that's enough! I am so disappointed in you!" Mr. Shue scolded.

"Outstanding." Sue spoke up from behind them sat on the couch enjoying a bowl of vegan popcorn, in a almost awed whisper at the unexpected ticking time bomb before her.

Mr. Shuester turned to her instantly in annoyance.

"Sue, why are you even here?! This has nothing to do with you!"

"I'm just here for the show." Sue said casually. "Please continue to massacre your only chance at winning any competition, William." Rachel smiled broadly at the compliment. "Your making my job a lot easier and I couldn't miss the opportunity to watch you single handedly crash and burn your own glee club."

"Just get out, Su-"

Before Mr. Shue and Coach Sylvester could begin their usual pointless arguing. Principal Figgins interrupted.

"Ms. Berry, I have no other choice but to suspend to you."

Rachel's eyes shot to him as they bulged. "WHAT?!"

"You heard me."

"But Principal Figgins!"

"For a week." He stated.

"No! You can't!"

"I can and I just did because I have no choice, Ms. Berry. You assaulted Mr. Hudson in a crowded hallway full of students and teachers. Everyone saw you do it." Principal Figgins stressed.

"But-"

"The decision is final Ms. Berry."

"THIS IS BULLSHIT!" Rachel yelled as she jumped to her feet and stormed from the office. Shocking the two men and impressing Coach Sylvester.


THREE DAYS LATER.

Quinn sighed tiredly, rubbing her eyes as she walked the halls to her next class.

It had been three days since Rachel informed her of what she knows and Quinn has been holding her breath in fear.

Waiting for Rachel to break her vow of silence on the matter.

It wouldn't surprise Quinn but she still had a sliver of hope that Rachel was being genuine.

She also felt terrible because Rachel was suspended for slapping Finn on her behalf and even though she didn't ask her to. It still bothered Quinn because it would now be on the brunette's permanent record.

Right now, things have been hitting a head. Finn's been on her, pushing her for more.

Constantly bringing up the fact that she gave it up to Puck so easily but he's her boyfriend and has to beg for it.

It hurt to hear that, especially from Finn. Because the only reason it was easy for Puck was because she was vulnerable and drunk, not because she wanted to.

Every time they're together Finn's got his tongue down her throat and hand on her ass with the other trying to round second base.

He still hasn't apologized for arguing with her. Yelling about their personal business in a hallway full of people or for basically degrading her in said hallway.

Or the fact that he's literally backing up Puck in this war Puck seems to be hell bent on with her. Because he still doesn't believe she would give up their daughter and has been asking around about her. Trying to figure out where Quinn has been staying. To put simply, she's exhausted!

Her stomach growled interrupting her thoughts momentarily but she does what she's great at, ignoring it.

She hasn't eaten for a few days, choosing to give Charlie her food whenever she can get it.

Rachel's offer has been swirling in her head and as each hour of each day passes, it's beginning to consume her thoughts.


The next two weeks passed by before anyone realized.

When Rachel returned to school. Rachel and Quinn continued to be friendly to each other.

Neither girl bringing up the revelation/conversation nor the offer.

Rachel took it as Quinn making up her mind to not accept the offer.

Rachel herself was dealing with her own life and child and didn't have time to dwell on anyone.

She had already served her weeks suspension for slapping Finn in the face, causing the scene in the halls.

Though, she found it hypocritical considering how many times she's been slushied and Kurt's been dumped into dumpsters his entire school career, it didn't seem to matter.

Unless, your the quarter back golden boy of Mckinely, of course.

Finn has been sending her confused annoyed glares here and there. Sometimes puppy eyes as well.

Rachel didn't care. She just wanted him to stop.

She had to listen to him bitch and whine about Quinn's availability as she stood by her locker.

While Quinn and Finn argued and he has recently been pushing the blonde for sex.

Saying she wasn't a virgin any more so why did it matter.

Rachel wanted to rip his tongue out and sew his lips shut but she bit her tongue. There is nothing else she can do.

She didn't understand why he was so obsessed with sex.

Though, she could admit being the quarter back of the football team and being the only virgin on said team must be hard but still.

You don't pressure some one who clearly doesn't want to, into something like that.

She also doesn't understand why Quinn is still with him.

She obviously hates being with him and that's putting it lightly.

"-No! How many times do I have to repeat myself?!" Quinn growled out doing her best to keep her anger in check.

"Than why the hell are we even dating?!" Finn fired back.

Quinn's eyes flashed in anger but you could tell the words stung.

'Why would anyone not want to date Quinn? Look at her for goodness sakes and that's just the added bonus to who she is inside!' Rachel thought internally surprising even herself as soon as the thought popped in her mind.

"You know what Finn, do what you want! It's obvious that I can't give you what you want or be enough for you!" Quinn said before slamming her locker shut and storming off.

Rachel and Finn watching her go.

Rachel shook her head and sighed tiredly.

She felt bad for Quinn but again she couldn't do anything about it.

"Sorry you had to see that. She could be really crazy sometimes." Finn said with that stupid smirk of his.

Rachel's eyes bulged at the words that just left his mouth.

"Excuse me?" Rachel asked in disgusted disbelief.

"Rachel, listen. I want you to know I forgive you for slapping me. I understand now."

"I beg your pardon? Understand what exactly?"

"You know."

Rachel stared at him. Her eyes squinting in scrutiny. "No, I don't know, Finn. Why don't you enlightened me."

Finn stared at her for a moment in confusion. Rachel fought back her eye roll. "Why don't you tell me." The brunette reiterated.

"Oh, Well, Puck and I spoke about it." Finn said with a nod.

"And what did you and Puck come up with?"

Her interest piqued because come on! It was Finn and Puck. What ever those two thought up had to be not only ridiculous but hilariously stupid.

"Well, obviously your not over me. I know it's been hard seeing Quinn and I together. I know you wouldn't actually pick a fight with Quinn because your scared of her. So, you hit me instead. I get it but you don't have to worry. Like I said, we can hang out sometimes. Maybe if you want you could come over this weekend. My mom and Burt will be out of town visiting my grandma. So, I'll have the place to myself. I've even been thinking about throwing a party. You should come. Oh and don't worry I'm not inviting Quinn." Finn said with that dopey smile like he's too cute to resist.

Rachel wanted to attack his face with a chain saw.

She was gob smacked. She couldn't believe what she had just heard.

"Are you joking?" Rachel ask incredulously.

"No, Rach. I mean it. I want to hang out with you. Your invited to my party. I swear." Finn said with a smile.

Rachel had to get away before she did something stupid.

The brunette turned on her heel and rushed down the hall gritting her teeth in anger as Finn yelled out to her that she could stop by his place at 7.

Rachel was such in a rush she collided with the body coming around the corner.

"Oh I'm so sorr-"

"Watch it!" Santana growled out as she rushed to help Britney up.

The blonde clearly looked exhausted.

"I'm so sorry, Britney. I should have been watching where I was-"

"Yeah, you should have!" Santana replied in anger for the blonde.

"San, I'm fine." Britney said placing her hand on the brunette's shoulder. Than turned her eyes to Rachel.

"It's ok, Rachel. I should have been watching too. I'm sorry I bumped into you." Britney said so uncharacteristically self consciously calm Rachel was thrown for a loop.

"Um.. It's ok. It was my own fault."

"You sh-" Santana began only to be cut off by Britney.

"San, please... Just walk me to class?" Britney spoke holding Santana's eyes captive.

The brunette nodded. Santana sent daggers at Rachel as they walked away.

Britney gave Rachel a sad smile and small wave good bye.

Rachel returned the wave in pure confusion and concern.


SCHOOL BASEMENT 1 AM FRIDAY NIGHT.

"Come on, baby. Shh-Shh it's ok. It's ok. Mommy's got you." Quinn was doing her best to get the wailing infant to stop crying.

Beth has been screaming her lungs out for two hours now.

With only a few minutes of stopping in between.

Quinn tried feeding her, burping her and changing her. Nothing worked.

Charlie had a cold and was laying on the mats sneezing and coughing occasionally and Quinn herself was suffering from a headache and her own cold.

The basement was becoming colder as the temperature outside dropped.

Quinn was exhausted especially after the week she's had.

She heard Finn invite Rachel to his house tonight because she waited around the corner to hear what was said.

Rachel hadn't given him an answer.

She also heard through the grape vine that Finn was throwing a party tomorrow night.

She was obviously not invited. The blonde's phone alerted her to a text.

She picked up her phone and her eyes watered.

It was another reminder of the brunette's offer.

'Hey.' -Rachel

'Hey, yourself. What are you doing up so late?' -Quinn

'Just thought I'd say hi.' -Rachel

'What are you doing?' -Quinn

'Finally got Jaxon to sleep and now I'm about to watch a movie.' -Rachel

Quinn smiled at the name. She hadn't thought to ask Rachel her son's name.

'Jaxon? That's cute. What made you chose that name?' -Quinn

'It's my dad Leroy's last name. I thought since he took my daddy Hiram's last name when they got married. It'd only be fitting to give him my dad's last name as a first name in memory of him as well since Jaxon's last name is Berry' -Rachel

Quinn smiled sadly at the reminder that Rachel like herself no longer had parents.

Now that she thinks about it. Rachel's right. She does understand.

She understands more than anyone else would.

Quinn looked around the basement sadly.

Beth was still wailing and Charlie was doing her best to sleep but couldn't because of the baby. Quinn sighed.

'That's beautiful. I'm sure where ever your parents are. They're proud of you and appreciate your thoughtfulness.' -Quinn

Rachel read the text and she felt her eyes water.

'Thank you, Quinn.' -Rachel

Rachel didn't receive a text after that.

The brunette sighed as she went back to watching her movie.


Rachel jolted awake when the door bell rang, not realizing she dozed off.

She groggily wiped her eyes and looked at the TV.

The movie had just finished and the end credits were rolling.

The bell rang again and the brunette furrowed her brow in confusion.

She stood up walking to the door and jumped in surprise when she heard the crackling of thunder.

She hadn't realized it was raining.

She checked through the peep hole and her eyes widened in surprise.

She quickly unlocked the door just in time to catch Quinn running to her suv in the pouring rain. The blonde was soaked to the bone.

"QUINN!" Rachel yelled out.