A/N: Thanks again to those who read and reviewed this story.
Chapter 14:
Mercedes rushed backstage and gathered all her things as fast as she could. She did a double check around to make sure she didn't leave anything. She went back to their table and found Sam waiting patiently.
"You ready?" Sam asked.
"Yeah! Thanks again for waiting."
They got out of the club and Mercedes went straight to the curb to wait for a cab as Sam handed his ticket to the valet.
"Hey!" Sam called out to Mercedes.
Mercedes didn't hear Sam's call so he walked over to her and tapped her right shoulder as he moved to her left. Mercedes looked over to her right and Sam tapped her left shoulder. She turned to look to her left and saw Sam next to her stifling a giggle. Mercedes slapped his arm and she started laughing too.
"I have a car, I'll drive you home!" Sam offered.
"Oh no please, I just live a couple of blocks from here and it's out of your way! I don't want it on my conscience if anything happens to you!" Mercedes smiled. "It's nice of you to offer but I will be ok!" She added.
"Sorry I can't take no for an answer!" Just as Mercedes was about to retort, a jet black Aston Martin stopped in front of them, the valet got out of the car and jogged towards Sam. Sam handed the valet some bills as he opened the passenger side door and waited for Mercedes to get in. Mercedes stared at Sam and contemplated on whether or not she should get in the car.
"I can wait forever!" Sam glared at Mercedes. Mercedes reluctantly got in and shot Sam deaths glare before grinning sarcastically as he closed the door. Sam ran to the driver side and got in.
"Where to?" Sam asked as Mercedes huffed finally giving in.
"2 blocks that way, then turn right and another 2 blocks then it's home sweet home!" Mercedes gave directions.
The drive was silent as Mercedes looked around admiring the car's interior. She wanted to touch the interior but decide to keep her hands to herself and just roamed with her eyes. Sam side-eyed Mercedes and stopped himself smiling from thinking how adorable she looked trying not to touch anything as she looked at the console in front of her.
"We're almost there, which one's your building?" Sam asked which startled Mercedes.
Mercedes pointed to the 1st building just after the 2nd block. Sam put the car in park and got out his side to run and get the door before Mercedes could open it. Sam held out a hand to help her out, as soon as she reached out and touch Sam's hand, electricity went through their bodies. Mercedes jerked her hand away and tried to hide her shock.
"I would invite you for coffee, but I'm afraid your car might be gone when you come back!" Mercedes joked.
"I'd love to!" Sam smiled as he locked his car, took Mercedes' things and started walking to her apartment building.
Mercedes stood frozen but quickly shook herself and jogged to catch up with Sam. They walked up the 4 flights of stairs to get to her apartment. Mercedes thank God she and Kurt didn't leave the apartment in a mess. Mercedes was fishing for her keys in her purse bordering frantic when she finally found it. Sam was walking absent-mindedly as he took in the surroundings.
"Got it!" Mercedes turned around to show Sam the keys when he bumped against her and found themselves pressed against each other with no one trying to widen the gap. Their bodies felt at home, they fit perfectly like a jigsaw puzzle. She looked up to see Sam's emerald eyes staring back in her chocolate ones. He could look in her eyes everyday and never get tired of it. The two finally separated and tried to act like nothing happened when they heard voices coming up the stairs. Mercedes finally opened the door and dropped her keys in the bowl, she pushed the door wider to let Sam in. Mercedes closed the door behind Sam and half ran towards the windows to check on Sam's car.
"You are crazy you know! I can't believe you'd leave something that expensive outside our neighborhood!" Sam laughed.
"It's insured don't worry!" Mercedes rolled her eyes.
"Only rich people would say something like that!" She smiled and walked towards her room.
"Please make yourself at home! I'll be out in a minute." She shouted from her room.
Mercedes came out with slippers instead of her shoes and saw Sam looking at pictures that are scattered around the living room. She decided not to disturb him and went straight to the kitchen to start on coffee.
"You take cream and sugar with your coffee?" Mercedes shouted from the kitchen. Sam was startled.
"Uhmm just sugar please!" Sam answered.
Mercedes came out from the kitchen with 2 mugs of coffee. Sam sat on the couch as she handed one of the mugs to Sam. He smiled as he took the mug from her and Mercedes sat on the opposite side of the same couch.
"So how long have you lived here?" Sam started a conversation.
"3 years! I moved in with Kurt soon after college, we've been best friends since high school."
"How did you meet Blaine?" Sam asked.
"Kurt and Blaine met over a year ago at a bar and they just hit it off I guess! I think they're soul mates! " Mercedes grinned.
"Do you believe in soul mates?" Sam trying to gauge her response.
"Hmmm, it's nice to have a soul mate I guess but I've yet to find mine!" Mercedes took a sip of her coffee and looked up to see Sam staring at her. She shied away behind her mug and dared not to look back up.
Sam smiled and thought Mercedes' reaction was quite adorable. Their conversation flowed smoothly and felt organic. Nothing was awkward and they did enjoy each other's company. They talked about anything and everything like they were long lost friends trying to catch up with each other's lives. Sam talked about his family, something he is very private about, but with Mercedes he just seem to want her to get to know them through him. He also told her about his love for comic books and playing his guitars. How much he hated paparazzi and the way the world perceived him. She in turn told him about her dream to be a singing superstar since she was 5 years old and how her father gave her the greatest life lessons. Mercedes' mother died giving birth to her and her father would always tell her how much she reminds him of her. Her father would tell her that some people would find that a curse, but to her father it was always a blessing knowing a part of his wife lives in Mercedes. Her father truly loved her and in return so did she. She spoke of Kurt how they found each other in high school. They weren't the popular kids at school but having someone to share your problems was the best gift to their sanity. She also told him of all the crazy jobs she did before working at the restaurant. She did ever odd job you can possible think of, from a singing waitress in a diner to handing flyers wearing a hotdog costume along Times Square. The two were in fits of laughter as Mercedes recounts a time that she applied for a job as a call center agent only to find out that it was a call center for a porn site. She had an inkling that the company wasn't legit and just shrugged it off. But as soon as she answered the first phone call and heard heavy breathing on the other line she high-tailed it out there never looking back. At this point Mercedes could feel the day catching up on her, she yawned and closed her eyes listening to Sam talking about how he got in to partnership with Puck and Artie. Mercedes opened her eyes to glance towards the wall clock and was shocked to see that it's almost 6 in the morning.
"Oh my God it's almost 6! Can you still drive?" Mercedes asked looking slightly worried. Sam's smile grew wide as he stared in her eyes.
"Yes! I've gone home later than this!" Sam replied.
"Give me your phone!" Mercedes asked Sam as she opened her hand waiting. Sam took out his phone and handed it to her with a confused look.
"This is my number make sure to text me as soon as you're safely at home!" Mercedes concentrated entering her number and double checking that she didn't fat finger the numbers. As soon as she's satisfied she handed back the phone to Sam. Sam quickly checked his contacts and laughed when he saw the name Constance in capital letters. Mercedes walked Sam down and out of her apartment building to his car.
"You are lucky your car's still in one piece!" Mercedes smiled as she wrapped herself in her thick cardigan that's shielding her from the cold morning air.
"You should go in it's cold out here! I'll leave when you wave from your apartment!" Sam insisted.
Just like with her closest friends, Mercedes grabbed Sam in a tight embrace and kissed his cheek. The sudden realization of what she just did made her jerk away from Sam and started looking at her feet to avoid his eyes. Suddenly she no longer felt the cold and was actually feeling a bit warm as heat consumed her body. Sam stood frozen with his palm pressed against the cheek Mercedes just kissed. The electricity that shot through his body left tingles on his cheek. He looked at Mercedes and saw her nervousness as she started kicking air while fidgeting with her cardigan. His chest tightened as the sudden urge to be close to her surfaced. Sam refrained himself from going over to Mercedes to grab her and kiss her senseless. He wanted to feel her lips on his but he wanted to do it right and not scare her.
"I… I better go, it's getting colder!" Mercedes lied as she pulled her cardigan tighter pretending she's cold.
"Yeah, uhmmm… Thanks again!" Sam rubbed the back of his neck as Mercedes looked up to smile at him.
Sam watched Mercedes walk away from him and suddenly he felt pain in his chest again.
"Oh God! I have it bad!" Sam thought to himself as he palmed his face as if in defeat.
As soon as Mercedes disappeared in the building, Sam got in his car and started the engine. He waited for Mercedes to wave out of her window and as soon as she stuck her head out waving at him, he pulled out the curb and drove away. It took him about half an hour to drive back to his penthouse. As soon as he got in he pulled his phone out and started texting Mercedes.
I'm home safe and sound! I had a wonderful time, thanks for coffee Constance! ;)
Sam waited; and prayed for a reply. His heart fluttered when his phone buzzed.
Glad you're safe! Good MorNight Sam, thanks again for coming! :)
Sam stared at his phone with a big smile.
Chapter 15:
Mercedes slept through lunch and finally dragged herself out of bed just before 2 in the afternoon. Kurt never made it home and knowing the pair she will not see Kurt until later that evening. She decided to take a shower and head out not wanting to spend her day off indoors. October for her is the best time in New York. She loves the changing leaves and the cooler weather. She wore her black skinny jeans with black tank top which she layered over a fuchsia off-the-shoulder loose top. She was going for something comfortable for today and opted for gold chucks instead of the gold pumps and accessorized with gold hoop earrings and bangles. She left her hair in loose curls framing her face and put her bangs in a side sweep. She grabbed her tote bag and did a last minute check on her mirror before she heads out.
Sam sat in his office staring at his screen for God knows how long. He picked up his phone and immediately put it down on his desk. He started drumming his fingers before picking the phone up again this time sliding the screen where last night's text message became visible. He pressed the home button and placed the phone down again. He slid the phone away from him as if to stop him from temptation.
"Sam!" Rachel popped her head through his office door.
Sam was startled as he heard Rachel's voice. "Yes!" Sam looked at Rachel.
"Quinn called and asked if you're free for dinner?" Sam eyed his phone and shook his head.
"Yes tell her we could meet at our usual place at half six! Could you make a reservation please?" Sam smiled at Rachel.
"Ok! Is there anything else you need me to do?" Rachel waited for Sam's reply.
Sam contemplated on something before finally shaking his head. Rachel nodded and closed the door.
He stood up and started pacing his office running his hand through his blonde hair. His hands rested on his face as he stifled a scream of frustration. Finally he walked back to his desk, took the phone and finally pressed call. The phone rang and his heart fluttered from both fear and excitement!
"This isn't me, what am I doing?" Sam thought to himself. As he was about to end the call a voice on the other answered.
Mercedes passed by her favorite deli and bought smoke salmon with cream cheese bagel, veggie sticks, a bottle of fruit juice and a white chocolate macadamia cookie for after. She sat outside in one of the deli's outdoor tables trying to savor the pleasant weather. She was almost finished eating her bagel when her phone started ringing. She continued eating while trying to figure out who the unknown number belonged to. After taking the last bite and swallowing, she finally answered the phone.
"Hello?" Mercedes said cautiously.
Sam tried to speak but no words would come out.
"Hello, anyone there?" Mercedes starting to think it was a prank call.
"Yes! Hi Mercy… Cedes… uhmm… Mercedes!" Sam finally managed to say something.
"Sam?" Mercedes trying not to laugh.
"Yes, so did I catch you at a bad time?" Sam cursing himself for not having planned a better line.
"Sorry, no I was just eating lunch! Sorry for not answering sooner I forgot to save your number and I was racking my brains trying to remember the number flashing on my screen. So whaddup?" Mercedes' smile is evident through her voice which made Sam smile with her.
"Lunch? But it's past 3 already!"
"Yeah, woke up late! Guess I was enjoying my day off, it's so nice to have just one day job!"
"So what are your plans for today?" Sam asked nervously.
"Nothing much! Just had lunch, will probably sit here for a while to digest the amount of food I just consumed. Then maybe do some thrift shopping and grab some dinner before I go home! How 'bout you? How's your day so far?"
"Not much happening either! It's kinda boring here in the office."
"Oh so is that why you called me?" Mercedes joked.
Sam's ears went red upon hearing Mercedes giggle.
"Hey you still there?" Mercedes asked.
"Yeah I'm still here!" Sam answered then there was silence.
"You do know that you could have just sent me a message if you just wanted to ask what I was doing. The silence is eating up the minutes on my phone plan!" Mercedes teased trying to fill the silence.
"Sorry I wasn't thinking!" Sam blushed and was glad he was on the phone.
"Hey I was just teasing! But I should let you go, I'm sure you have a lot of important boring stuff to do!" Mercedes laughed.
"Boring yeah, important… not so much!" Sam actually wanted to say not as important as you to Mercedes but opted for the safer response.
"Regardless, your time is more expensive compared to mine so you shouldn't be wasting company time on me! So I suggest you get back to work and do whatever you're doing!" Mercedes sassed.
"Hey I'm the boss so I can do whatever I want!" Sam laughed.
Mercedes couldn't believe how far the Sam she knows now to the Sam she met about a month ago. Her heart melted with his laughter as she imagined his smile. To be honest she didn't want their phone conversation to end but she feels like she is jumping ahead of herself. She doesn't want to assume that there's something between them, but deep down she is hoping that whatever she's feeling will be reciprocated. The butterflies in her stomach went berserk as the thought of Sam not returning her affection entered her mind.
"Stop it Mercedes, you're getting ahead of yourself! Just be thankful he is a friend, don't mess it up by having feelings for him! Oh God! I have it bad!" Mercedes thought to herself.
"Uhmmm… Sam! I have to go! I'll talk to you again some time." Sam felt the coldness in Mercedes tone and wondered if he did something wrong. Just before he could reply he heard the other line drop.
Sam stared at his phone for a minute before typing a message to Mercedes.
Did I do something wrong?
Mercedes saw the message Sam sent her and felt bad at how she ended their call. She quickly replied to Sam to ease his mind.
No! I'm sorry I suddenly dropped the call, I saw someone I didn't want to talk to so I had to rush away! Hope you have a nice evening!
Mercedes lied. She wasn't ready to tell him of her insecurities and didn't feel that it was an appropriate conversation for them having known him for just a short time. Sam felt relieved as he saw her message, but still something was bothering him and he just couldn't shrug it off.
Good! Because if I did just tell me and I'd make it up to you!
Mercedes smiled reading Sam's reply.
I'll hold you to that! ;)
Sam finally smiled and sent her another message.
I'm looking forward to it! Have a fun afternoon Mercy, I wish I was with you! ;)
Mercedes looked at Sam's message and smiled. As much as she wants to put up a wall, things like this just makes it difficult for her to start. She typed a reply and sent the message before putting her phone in her pocket.
Maybe I'm wishing that too!
Sam was grinning wildly at his phone when Rachel popped her head in his office.
"Reservation for 2 under Evans already made for 7 o'clock! I've also called Quinn to tell her you'll meet her there at half six and I took the liberty of getting you a town car so you can drink to your hearts contents!" Rachel beamed at Sam.
"Thank you Rachel! Although I don't plan on getting more than 2 glasses of wine, I don't feel like driving either!" Rachel noticed Sam clutching his phone which is something unusual for him.
"Waiting for an important call?" Rachel raised a brow and looked at the phone in Sam's hand.
"No, why?" Sam looking confused.
"It's just you're holding on to your phone like it's the last piece of chocolate on earth and you're afraid someone will take it from you!" Rachel smirked.
Sam blushed with the sudden realization and put down his phone. He is acting very much unlike himself and it's all because of one person.
"I was just anxious about the meeting with Puck and Artie! I was actually about to call them when you entered!" Sam lied.
"Oh yeah about that! Noah Puckerman called earlier to confirm your meeting. You have a dinner meeting on Friday at the restaurant with your consultants, Artie and Noah. I've informed Blaine to reserve a VIP room and your usual servers!"
"That's excellent! Thanks again Rachel." Sam smiled.
Rachel left Sam's office with a smirk on her face. Rachel can't put her finger on it but there's definitely something different with her boss. Whatever it is though she only hopes it does him good.
Chapter 16:
Mercedes looked at her phone and realized she hasn't seen Rachel in over a month. Both their work constantly keeps them apart. Rachel with her business trips and her working two jobs at the time. She first called Kurt and asked if he wants to meet for dinner and drinks before contacting Rachel.
"Hello!" Rachel smiled as she answered the phone.
"Hey girl what's up?" Mercedes asked.
"I'm good, just got back from a long business trip! I can't believe you and Kurt never called me, I know I should be angry but I just miss you guys!"
"I should be asking you the same thing how come you never called us?" Mercedes laughed.
"Hey you two live together I'm the one alone so you should be considerate of me!" Rachel teased.
"Alright girl I hear yah! Well I guess this is your lucky day, how about some dinner and drinks?" Mercedes asked.
"You are lucky I am available tonight! What time and where?"
"Girl do you have to ask? You know our usual place and let's say half 6pm?"
"Got it! See yah there!" Rachel dropped the call and just couldn't contain her excitement.
"Sam! It's already 6pm and the car is downstairs. I'm leaving in a minute so if you have anything you want me to do say it now or forever hold your peace!" Rachel sassed as she entered Sam's office.
"I'm good! Almost finished and I'll be down in a minute! Do you want a ride home? " Sam asked.
"No thanks! I'm going to meet with some friends actually. She and I haven't seen each other for a while so I'm excited when she asked if I'm free tonight." Rachel beamed.
"Well I can drop you there if you want, it's not a problem!" Sam smiled back.
"Ok if you insist, it is on the way to your restaurant so it won't make you late for dinner with Quinn! I'll just pack up and we can go! Thanks Sam!" Rachel left Sam's office and started clearing her desk.
Mercedes arrived early at the little restaurant they frequented back in college. As usual it was filled with students the place being the one of the few places in New York with student friendly menu. Mercedes placed their names with the host for a table at 7pm and waited for Kurt and Rachel outside, a few minutes later Kurt arrived.
"Aren't we an early bird!" Kurt smiled as he kissed Mercedes on the cheek.
"Don't start with me! I know I'm always the last person to arrive but that's because I had two jobs then!" Mercedes slapped Kurt's arm.
"I'm only teasing Cedes! I'm just happy that we're having a get together after such a long time! I miss our dinner and drinks!" Kurt hugged Mercedes.
"Just by those two people please!" Rachel told the driver. "Those are my crazy friends!" Rachel pointed out to Sam.
Sam's eyes widened when she realized that the girl Rachel pointed to was actually Mercedes! The town car stopped in front of Mercedes and Kurt which brought them out of their conversation.
"Thanks for the ride! I'll see you in the office tomorrow Sam!" Rachel thanked Sam and climbed out of the car.
Kurt and Mercedes were eyeing the car trying to figure out who it might belong to. Their hang out is never actually a place the rich frequented, but their curiosity was suddenly washed away when a smiling Rachel ran up to them.
"Rachel!" Kurt and Mercedes shouted together as they met with her and hugged her.
"I've missed this place and of course I've missed you both too!"
"Stop the drama Rachel, we're only a phone call away you know that!" Kurt raised a brow.
"Same thing I told her earlier!" Mercedes teased.
"Like I said I'm the one that's left out so you two should pursue me!" Rachel stuck her tongue out at the two.
They were laughing so much that they didn't realize that the car was still there and that Sam was now standing behind Rachel. Kurt managed to glance up and saw a tall, handsome, blonde man behind Rachel.
"Why hello!" Kurt said hello to the blonde man before pulling Mercedes.
Mercedes was still laughing when she looked at the man Kurt was half-flirting with. Her face quickly fell when she saw Sam staring at her.
"Sam! You're still here?" Rachel asked.
"You know him?" Kurt and Mercedes asked in unison.
"Yes he's my boss! Guys this is Sam Evans! Sam this is…"
"Mercedes and Kurt, we've met!" Sam cut off Rachel before she could finish.
"H… how do you know each other?" Rachel looking a bit confused.
"It's a long story girl and we have the night for you to catch up! But first let's get some drinks shall we?" Kurt beamed as he pulled Rachel and looked at Mercedes and Sam staring at each other.
"Sam! You have to go or you'll be late for your dinner with Quinn!" Rachel reminded Sam.
Upon hearing Quinn's name, Mercedes snapped out of her trance and looked at her friends. Sam looked disappointed with the prospect of having to leave.
"Yeah, I guess I should leave now!" Sam said still looking at Mercedes and willing her with his mind to look back at him.
"Maybe you have time for one drink?" Kurt asked as he nudged Rachel to confirm.
"It's still early and the restaurant is not that far so one drink won't hurt Sam! " Rachel affirmed which put back the smile on Sam's face which is unbeknownst to him.
"Do you think that's wise? I know I've only met Quinn once but she seems like someone who doesn't like to be kept waiting!" Mercedes looked at her friends before looking at Sam.
"You're right Cedes! But that's the very same reason I told her that Sam would meet her at 7pm!" Rachel smiled and winked at her boss.
Sam has to find a way to thank Rachel he thought as they walked in to get some drinks at the bar. They stood near the door with drinks in hand. Sam stood next to Mercedes and leaned down to ask her something.
"How was your afternoon?" Mercedes looked up and smiled at Sam before taking a sip of her cocktail.
"It was relaxing! I finally managed to do some shopping and look for more gigs." Rachel cleared her throat to interrupt the private discussion going on in front of them.
"Sam it's quarter to 7, I hate to say it but you have to leave!" Sam looked at his watch hoping he didn't have to leave or that the time is wrong but knew it was impossible and he did need to leave.
"Can I call you later?" Sam's eyes pleaded with Mercedes.
"Boy when did friends have to ask if they can call each other? Go on, don't keep Quinn waiting, I'll talk to you later!" Mercedes smiled wide.
Trying his luck he reached down and hugged Mercedes before locking eyes with her. And just like that Sam lost all senses only seeing Mercedes' brown orbs. Mercedes stood frozen as well, lost in Sam's green eyes unable to control her body as she felt herself reach up while Sam leaned down to capture her lips. Electricity went through their bodies and just like all clichés in movies they heard music and fireworks at the same time. The kiss lasted just for a couple of seconds, but to them it felt more like time stood still at that moment. They remained lost in each other's eyes which were suddenly interrupted by Kurt's ringtone.
"Sorry! It's Blaine!" Kurt picked up the phone and walked outside as he said hello to his boyfriend.
Mercedes looked at Rachel who looked shocked from what she just saw! Mercedes became self-conscious realizing what they must have looked like.
"I'm sorry I need to go to the ladies' room! Take care Sam, talk to you later!" Mercedes quickly excused herself and left the surprised Rachel and Sam.
"What was that all about?" Rachel placed her right hand on her hips and glared at Sam.
"What?" Sam protested.
"You and my friend Cedes! What was that all about?"
"She's my friend!" Sam replied.
"Nuh ah! You are not gonna make my friend one of the notch on your bedpost Sam Evans! I won't allow it!" Rachel becoming really protective of her friend.
Sam felt hurt as the words came out of Rachel. He knew he has a reputation for sleeping with a lot of women, but it never occurred to him even once that Mercedes might take that against him.
"Who said about trying to get her to sleep with me?" Sam retorted as Rachel noticed the sad look he had.
"I'm sorry Sam, but Mercedes is my friend and you can't expect me not to be protective of her. I just don't want her to get hurt, she's an amazing person and at the same time insecure. I just don't think you have what it takes to be there for her in those times! I love you Sam, you're the best boss and friend any one could have but your track record with girls makes me uncomfortable introducing you to my girl friends." Sam felt the honesty and concern in Rachel. He knew of the things he has done in the past, but he also know that he would never do anything to hurt Mercedes. The mere thought leaves him with unbearable pain in his chest as if someone is ripping his heart out of his body.
"I would never hurt Mercedes intentionally Rachel, you have to believe me!" Sam looked at Rachel to make her see he was serious.
"That's fine and all Sam, but even if you don't mean to she will get hurt! I know Mercedes longer than you do and from her actions I think she knows she'll eventually get hurt too!" Sam looked down not knowing how to ease their doubts. Rachel placed a hand on Sam's hand and gave it a squeeze.
"You better go to Quinn, Sam! For what it's worth I think you and Mercedes would make an excellent couple if it were a different situation. I'll see you in the office tomorrow! Goodnight Sam!"
Mercedes was watching from a far as Rachel and Sam discussed something. She knew Rachel would chastise Sam for what just happened. She felt both hurt and relieved knowing that she didn't have to have the talk with Sam, but hurt that as much as she wanted to know what's going on between them it can never happen. She walked back to Rachel when she saw Sam leave. Rachel saw Mercedes looking down and walked up to her and wrapped her in a big hug.
"I'm sorry Cedes, but I just had to put him in his place! He is a great guy don't get me wrong, but I can see he's already hurting you!"
"Hey, I only have myself to blame!" Mercedes smiled at Rachel.
"I actually felt bad bringing up his past like that. For all it's worth he hasn't been himself in the past month. I have been racking my brains trying to figure out what happened to him and it's only now that I see him with you that I realized." Mercedes looked at Rachel like she was talking in riddles.
"You can't possibly be saying that I brought the change in him?"
"Well when it comes to girls and his concentration at work, I have to say yes!" Rachel laughed.
"Girl you're crazy! That job of yours is working you too hard!" Mercedes laughed with Rachel.
"What did I miss?" Kurt came back and tried to join in the laughter.
"A LOT!" Mercedes and Rachel chimed together.