Someone That You Loved Before

Before we get started, This is my first story here. I have posted stories on 'Wattpad'. You check out those stories just type in the profile name " OnceUponAEmpireFan ". I may be transferring my stories over to here, but haven't fully made a decision, but I will soon depending on how my story does here.

Firstly, my name is Diamond. I am 21 years old , and writing is definitely a passion of mine. Writing has always been a way for me to explore my imagination and is definitely used as my scapegoat too.

Secondly, This book is very much based off the movie 'Double Platinum', featuring Diana Ross and Brandy (The Name of the book is based also off the song that featured on the movie). This book is also Samcedes based (Mercedes Jones and Sam Evans from Glee). Without further ado, let's get into it !!

Lastly, I do NOT OWN ANY CHARACTERS OR ARTISTS ON THIS BOOK ...

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Chapter 1: Someone That You Love Before

No one's POV

"Tonight , we have a special guest performing . Tonight we have the beautiful and talented, Mercedes Jones , performing in the 'Classic Soul Club'. Ms. Jones ?"

Mercedes Jones was currently backstage as Finn Hudson was introducing her . Mercedes walked on stage wearing a green bustier dress , with matching heels. Her hair was flowing down to her shoulders in tight curls, her face was done with very light makeup , just so she wouldn't look flushed . Once she hit her standing position , she turned to her right , and nodded her head for the band to start.

"Is it over, baby are we over now for good

I know you're going if I can make you stay

You know I would

If I could just get through to you now", As Mercedes began to sing , her backup singers chimed in with their "Oohs". She looked out to the crowd and saw them swaying to the beat and her sultry singing.

"Baby tell me I can be

Someone you could love once more

Tell me we can make it right

'Cause I'd do anything

To hold you in my arms and then

Hear you say

You're back in love with me again", As the beat picked up, with the strong base, Mercedes took the mic off the stand and began to walk around the stage , looking her audience in the eyes, making them feel every word she sang.

Mercedes was always one to do a performance, whether it was at the church or her few shows she do a week in the club. Mercedes was always one to write her own songs , she would never let someone write for her . She always thought the greats always wrote their own songs , even though they have had people write songs for them too.

"You're back in love with me again

Baby, you love me again", As she rang out the last note , the audience stood and gave her a standing ovation. She took a bow smiling .

"Thank you all so much. I love you all", She started blowing them kisses and walked back stage , where she came in contact with her Husband's sister holding her daughter , Cherish.

"Awwwwe, Cher, mommy was great wasn't she", Quinn stated as she was bouncing her a little.

" 'Cedes , you were great ! " , Quinn said as she handed the baby over to her friend.

"Thanks Quinn. Hello, my baby", Mercedes stated as she started kissing her daughter's cheek. "We should get going Stace, It's time for Cherish's bedtime and-" , Mercedes began but was interrupted by Finn.

"Mercedes ! Ah, there you are. There is a Mr. Artie Abrams, wanting to speak to you. Do you know who he is? Get your buns out there Now !! He's sitting at the bar currently", Finn announced with frantic.

"What ?! Mercedes said with confusion. She then looked at her . She Couldn't. She's had her baby out, all night. She needed to get her home.

"Finn, I can't. I have to put my baby to bed and -", she began but was now cut off by her friend.

"Mercedes, I'll put Cherish to bed, you live four blocks away. Go talk to him. I got her", Quinn said reaching for her niece.

"Are you sure, Quinn ? I don't want to waste anymore of your time", Mercedes stated handing her precious baby over to her friend.

"I'm positive. Now go !" She as she gently pushed her in the direction of the mystery man.

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"Mr. Abrams ?", Mercedes called out as she took a seat next to him. "I'm Mercedes Jones", she said, sticking out her hand.

"Wow ! You're even more gorgeous up close. Might I just say, your show was amazing. I loved every minute of it. And that song, did you write that yourself ? ", He asked in amusement.

"Thank you so much, and I sure did", She beamed with appreciation.

"Well, let me just cut to the chase. I am a talent recruiter for MidSound Records. And hearing and seeing you performing, I was honestly blown away", He stated with a smile.

"Wow. I mean I really don't know what to say", Mercedes smiled and put a stand of her hair behind her ear.

Well, I want you to say, Yes, to Moving to New York. I'm not talking cheap buck and phony contracts. I'm talking the big thing. Should out arenas and traveling the world. You deserve something much more than a Tiny club in Detroit. Have you ever thought of Moving to New York City, to become a star ?" he asked, taking a sip of his Lemon-Strawberry Martini.

"Well, honestly, I have before, but once I got married and had my daughter , that kinda just went out the window. ", Mercedes said replaying his words over again. Was she really that good, to become an actual star ?

"Look , I can see you having doubts. I've been here for a week and see many performances, but you are the one I want. This can be big for you kid ! Life is to short. I leave tomorrow, but I will be staying at the Embassy Hotel, in Troy, Michigan. At least think about it, if you're up for it , just come by the hotel and we'll get the ball rolling", He spoke as he started putting 40 on the counter for his drinks and shook Mercedes' hand once more.

"I would need to think about it. My husband just started a new business, It's not about the money. It's just we've started to build something. ", Mercedes announced shaking his hand again.

"No problem. I understand. ", He stated. " but before I leave Ms. Jones, just know that you are something very special , and your voice deserves to be heard with a bigger crowd. You could seriously be the next Tina, Aretha, Patti, etc. Don't let this opportunity pass you by. I really do hope you take this once in a lifetime chance. You got it goin' on Girl !", He stated right before heading out the club.

Mercedes sat forward a little in a short deep thought just before she gathered her things and decided to go ahead and head home. She Was tired and had little time to think.

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"Hey, Mercedes", Her husband's coworker Blaine called to her after taking a swig of his beer.

"Looking good Mercedes ! Look ! Isn't she looking good ?", Matt said as he was putting some chips down.

"Hello", she replied as quickly as possible. She just wanted to sit down with her daughter and think about what James just talked to her about.

"Shut up fool, before I break you", Sam said as he sat up.

"How's Cherish", Mercedes asked.

"Cherish is currently sleeping right now ", her husband said to her right before raising his bet and laying out his cards. "Royal Flush, boys" he started taking all the poker chips. "Aye baby, get me another beer", he added in laughing a little.

Mercedes walked away to the kitchen and got the beers.

———About another 30 minutes passed before everything settled down and with the men leaving the house. Mercedes walked to the kitchen and began to start with cleaning up .

"Hey baby", Sam stated as he walked in. She could tell he was a little drunk. She immediately stood and began to clean up the kitchen. He stood behind her wrapping his arms around her waist and began kissing her neck. "Come on baby, do it tomorrow, let's go to bed" He said as his hands traveled up and down her body.

"No, Sam. I might as well just do it now, but I do need to talk to you", She stated as she scrapped the food off the plates and put them in the sink.

"What you wanna talk about now, Cedes? ", Sam asked, rising with irritation. He would rather be making love to his wife versus talking to her about unimportant things.

"Well, a Music CEO, saw my show. He thinks I can be a star and asked about moving to New York to fulfil my dreams and desires", Mercedes started speaking as she looked up to Sam.

"No. No. No. Absolutely not. I don't wanna speak on this again, Mercedes", Sam said slamming his bottle down.

"Why is it that you never want to talk about my dreams and desires , yet I have to sit through yours ? Sam , baby, I want to sing. I'm not happy with my life. I feel as though I have so much more to give. So much more out there for me and our family", She said tearing up , she needed to get this out she wanted to do this . She wanted her name in lights, brightening people's lives with her singing . Be able to give her daughter everything she never had. She wanted to make a change.

"You sing at church and at that club. What else more could you want. You have a family Mercedes", Sam said angrily.

"I'm not happy. I want more. I want to sell out concerts, travel, everything. I can't do that here", Mercedes cried out.

"We have a life here. What about Cherish ?", he asked, sitting down next to her.

"I could take her with me, I mean if your mom would also help us out more and we have someon sub in at the Mark-", Mercedes began as she wiped her tears but was cut off by Sam.

"Oh No, No, No, No. You are not taking her anywhere. I don't want to talk about this EVER AGAIN ! I mean it. If you walk out that door, don't you dare think about coming back. I swear on my grandmother's grave. Now, I'm done talking about this. I'm tired of this shit Cedes !", He stated as he threw the dish towel on the table and walked to the bedroom , leaving Mercedes to her thoughts as she cried.

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Mercedes' POV

I thought about everything that transpired tonight from the offer to the argument. I thought long and hard about what I wanted and needed. I finally made a decision. I got up from the table and walked back to Sam and I's bedroom. I looked as he peacefully slept.

I then walked to my drawers and pulled out some clothes. I can't stay. I needed more. I grabbed a carry on bag and began stuffing my clothes in there. I quickly grabbed a piece of paper and wrote a note, one for him and one for Cherish. This is a very hard decision for me to make, but it's what I have to do. No mother ever thinks of abandoning their family, but how can I make my family happy and proud, when I'm not ?

I feel stuck . I feel like I can't breathe. Everyone wanted to criticize me, well no more. Mercedes Jones is putting herself first now.

As I finished packing and the notes. I put them in an envelope next to Sam, and went to our daughter's room. As I walked in, Cherish was tossing and turning.

"Hi, baby", I began as I rubbed her back. She started cooking and I didn't want her to cry and wake Sam up.

"Shhh, shhh, shhh, my sweet, precious baby. Mommy has to go. She doesn't want to leave but she has to", I spoke.

"Mommy isn't happy, and as much as she wishes she could take you with her, she can't, but she would in a heartbeat. Of course you don't understand right now. Believe me when I say, Mommy will be back for you. Don't ever doubt that, I love you Cherish Simone Evans. I love you with all my heart baby, but Mommy has to go. She has to be free and find herself, someday you will too. I will be back no doubt. I love you.", I cried as I placed a kiss on her forehead and cheek.

Was I sure that I wanted to do this. Was I 100% ready to do this ? Did I think of the pros and cons , clearly. I'm doing this, and once I do this, there is NO turning back.

I turned to walk out and hear her making baby noises just above a whisper. I turned and blew her finger kisses. "My sweet baby, Cherish", I said once more before walking out and leaving. Determined to make all my sacrifices worth it. 100%.

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Okay you guys, this was the first chapter.. please tell me what you think . I love critiques ! Until next time you guys !