-Chapter 35- HAPPY NEW YEAR!!-

-Rachel Pov-

Christmas has come and passed. The moms are setting up for New Years currently in the kitchen. I never though I'd be so happy that it was New Years before! I'm used to spending it alone but now I GOT A FAMILY! I put a hand on my stomach and smile.

I've spent the last few days thinking about the future. I talked with the girls the day after Christmas. They told me that I could decide whatever I wanted to. They told me what they hoped for but didn't want to add pressure.

I look at a shirt Santana got me and nod. That's what I'll wear today. I put the shirt on and find some pants to match. Sugar and Brittany are coming over later along with Cherry. The first two said they had something important to announce. We all are pretty sure Cherry still has some brain damage.

OH! Dave Karofsky is coming too! We saw him a few days ago and invited him to the small gathering. Puck almost got allowed but...we were told he went to go see Finn. Carol told us what was said about us. It's for the best we forget about him in my opinion. He'll probably end up in prison before too long. Something just worries me about him. Something hidde.

"RACHEL!" I jump out of my thoughts at Santanas voice "COME ON!"

"I'm coming!" I look at my attire and smile happily "I look good"

I walk down the stairs and see Santana smile. She wraps me in a hug and I laugh. Lucy walks in confused until Santana moves. Once she reads the shirt and looks at me, I'm in her arms. I chuckle and go to the moms.

"You look happy" I nod to Judy who still hasn't looked at me fully "I'm sorry I can't talk much right now"

"OH MY GOD!" I look at Maribel who has tears in her eyes "Is this your choice?"

I nod and Shelby finally looks before gasping "RACHEL!" She runs and gives me a hug "I'm so happy!"

"Whats all the screaming about?" Judy finally fully looks at me and tears spring to her eyes "Y-your gonna keep it?"

"I am" Mom finally lets go of me "I don't think I could put it up for adoption like Lucy did"

Lucy sighs "It was hard for me" We look at each other and she gives me a small smile "You're making the right choice"

"Thank you" I look at everyone smiling "We are going to have another little one!"

There's a round of cheers and more hugs. I have a good feeling about today. I really hope that stays true to the day.

-Time skip-Lucy pov-

Everyone has slowly trickled in and started conversing. It's honestly been a good night. Dave got the baby a pair of shoes with stars on them. Rachel had some tears that feel as she hugged the giant. I knew we could get him on our side. There's a knock on the door and I'm the only one able to get it.

I walk to the door and open it "No" I look at Noah whos visibly intoxicated "Go away"

"I just wanba seeeeeeeeeeee beth" He starts to take a step in but I put a hand on his chest "Hey! Do nott toooch me!"

"You're drunk and not coming in" He looks at me angrily but I don't back down "Please! Just go!"

"Is he bothering you?" I look back to see Dave has come over "Noah please just go"

"THIS FUCKER CAN SEE HER BUT I CAN'T" Now he's angrily in my face "You slutty bitch!"

"Hey Noah" A fist flys past my head and knocks Noah down "Get the fuck out of her"

Dave pushes Noah away from the door and closes it. He gives me a smile before walking away. He's been wanting to do that for awhile based on that punch. It was hard, precise, and fast. I shake my head with a smile and go back to join the family. I roll my eyes playfully as I see Rachel standing with Brittany holding microphones.

Let the first karaoke song start.

-Rachel-Brittany-Both-

If you see a faded sign at the side of the road that says

Fifteen miles to the, love shack, love shack yeah

I'm headin' down the Atlanta highway

Lookin' for the love getaway

Headed for the love getaway, love getaway

I got me a car, it's as big as a whale

And we're headin' on down to the love shack

I got me a Chrysler, it seats about twenty

So hurry up and bring your jukebox money

The love shack is a little old place where

We can get together

Love shack baby

A love shack baby

Love shack, baby love shack

Love shack, baby love shack

Love shack, baby love shack

Love shack, baby love shack

Sign says, woo, stay away fools

'Cause love rules at the love shack

Well it's set way back in the middle of a field

Just a funky old shack and I gotta get back

Glitter on the mattress

Glitter on the highway

Glitter on the front porch

Glitter on the hallway

The love shack is a little old place where

We can get together

Love shack, baby

Love shack, baby

Love shack, that's where it's at

Love shack, that's where it's at

Huggin' and a-kissin', dancin' and a-lovin'

Wearin' next to nothing 'cause it's hot as an oven

The whole shack shimmies

Yeah the whole shack shimmies

The whole shack shimmies when everybody's movin' around

And around and around and around

Everybody's movin', everybody's groovin' baby

Folks linin' up outside just to get down

Everybody's movin', everybody's groovin' baby

Funky little shack

Funky little shack

Hop in my Chrysler, it's as big as a whale

And it's about to set sail

I got me a car, it seats about twenty, so come on

And bring your jukebox money

The love shack is a little old place where

We can get together

Love shack baby

A love shack baby

Love shack, baby love shack

Love shack, baby love shack

Love shack, baby love shack (oh baby that's where it's at)

Love shack, baby love shack (baby that's where it's at)

Bang bang bang on the door baby!

Knock a little louder baby!

Bang bang bang on the door baby!

I can't hear you

Bang bang bang on the door baby!

Knock a little louder sugar!

Bang bang bang on the door baby!

I can't hear you

Bang bang bang on the door baby, knock a little louder

Bang bang on the door baby, bang bang!

On the door baby, bang bang!

On the door, bang bang!

On the door baby, bang bang!

You're what?

Tin roof

Rusted!

Love shack, baby love shack!

Love shack, baby love shack!

Love shack, baby love shack!

Love shack, baby love shack!

"Well" We all look at Santana who get up and grabs the mic from Rachel "That was hot and I'm gonna bring the mood back to chill"

We all laugh as Santana sets up a song. When the music begins it clicks in my head the song.

-Santana singing-

I used to rule the world

Seas would rise when I gave the word

Now in the morning, I sleep alone

Sweep the streets I used to own

I used to roll the dice

Feel the fear in my enemy's eyes

Listen as the crowd would sing:

"Now the old king is dead! Long live the king!"

One minute I held the key

Next the walls were closed on me

And I discovered that my castles stand

Upon pillars of salt and pillars of sand

I hear Jerusalem bells a ringing

Roman Cavalry choirs are singing

Be my mirror, my sword and shield

My missionaries in a foreign field

For some reason I can't explain

Once you go there was never, never an honest word

That was when I ruled the world

It was a wicked and wild wind

Blew down the doors to let me in

Shattered windows and the sound of drums

People couldn't believe what I'd become

Revolutionaries wait

For my head on a silver plate

Just a puppet on a lonely string

Oh who would ever want to be king?

I hear Jerusalem bells a ringing

Roman Calvary choirs are singing

Be my mirror, my sword and shield

My missionaries in a foreign field

For some reason I can't explain

I know Saint Peter won't call my name

Never rule this world

But that was when I ruled the world

I hear Jerusalem bells a ringing

Roman Calvary choirs are singing

Be my mirror, my sword and shield

My missionaries in a foreign field

For some reason I can't explain

I know Saint Peter won't call my name

Never rule this world

But that was when I ruled the world

We all clap as she takes a bow, laughing. We get a few more songs in before dinner and board games. After that we talk some more and before we know it the ball is ready to drop. I look toward the loveseat and see Brittany holding onto Sugar. I smile and realize what's gonna happen when that ball drops.

"10! 9! 8! 7!" Brittany smiles at me and I nod "4! 3! 2! 1! HAPPY NEW YEAR!"

As the ball drops Brittany dips Sugar and they share a kiss. Everyone cheers and the two break up blushing. I chuckle at them as they get congratulations. I look to my left and see Dave sitting alone. I get up and walk over to him. I sit down and look at everyone laughing.

"You're more than welcome in our family Dave" I look at him and he slowly looks at me "We accept you for you"

"My dad shunned me" Dave looks back toward everyone "Seeing this makes me wanna join your group"

"We'd love you in it" He looks back at me and I stand up. I hold my hand out for him "Come on"

"Thanks" He chuckles and grabs my hand before picking me up "I got a Lucy PiƱata!"

Everyone laughs and I smile. The night finishes off great and Noah doesn't pop back up. I really hope this New Year brings us all closer. I really want to have a real family again. I honestly think with these people I can.

I just really hope it lasts.