Someone That You Loved Before Chapter 4
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Before we start, I do not own Glee , nor any of the songs that I post. I also do not own the movie 'Double Platinum
Secondly, I apologize for the wait.. School just started back, and My teachers have already dumped work upon me, so I am soooo sorry.
"Thirdly, Please be on the look-out for my next book... Its going to be a book full of oneshots and short stories of our beloved Samcedes and other pairings too.. So be on the lookout for that.
Lastly, all mistakes are mine, I will go back and edit this later, but I did want to go ahead and put this chapter out.. Thank you guys so much for your support, I love reading you alls comments.
Without further ado, I give you Chapter 4 of : Someone That You Loved Before
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17 Years Ago
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'Pregnant'. Those big bolded letters mocked Mercedes Jones as she looked down at the pregnancy test that she held in her hands. She didn't know how to feel. Happy ? Sad ? Disappointed ? She didn't know she could pick an emotion. She knew the pros and cons of having unprotected sex, however, she didn't think it would happen so soon. She exhaled a shaky breath as she read the word over again. She sat the test down on the counter and feel the tears pooling at the brim of her eyes. She blinked and the tears failed. She grabbed a piece of tissue and dabbed the tears away as she heard the front door open and close.
"Mercedes, baby. Where are you ?", She heard her fiancé call out to her. She stepped out of the bathroom back into her bedroom before she called out to him.
"In the bedroom", She responded as she continued to fold the clothes she had speed throughout the bed. She heard his heavy footsteps make their way to the bedroom. She looked up seeing Sam with a smile on his face.
"Hello, My love", He called out as he stepped closer to her wrapping his arms around her waist and kissing her cheek. She smiled setting the folded pants down and turned around wrapping her arms around his neck. He smiled down at her, quickly pecking her lips before giving her a proper hug.
"Hey, Babe. How was work", She asked trying not to seem like something was wrong With her. Sam instantly took notice and formed a small frown.
"What's wrong baby ?", He asked as he released herald stepped back, shrugging off the heavy coat that he was wearing. Considering it was winter, and they lived in Detroit he had to layer up, to avoid getting hypothermia. She avoided his gaze ask he asked her. He took off his under-jacket and his sweater leaving him in a t-shirt in his jeans. He swiftly took off his gloves and his shoes as he sat down on the corner edge of the bed. Mercedes sighed before she looked over at him. She moved to the bathroom to get the test and came out with it.
"Sam… baby… I'm pregnant", She stated looking down, dreading to see and hear his response. Sam, rubbed a hand through his dirty blonde hair in deep thought. He didn't know what to say. They had just gotten engaged and they haven't really talked about kids, they were just living in the moment for now. They were barely making it through. Seeing as though, nobody in their families was really talking to them since they found out that they became engaged, he didn't know what to think. This wasn't about him though, he looked up at Mercedes, seeing her still looking down at the test biting her lip.
"Baby…", He started, she took a quick glance at him as he sighed and pulled her standing Fram to his sitting one, wrapping his arms around her waist. He could tell she was holding her tears back, and he hated it. He couldn't imagine how she felt this moment. I mean, who would want to be pregnant, barely making ends meet, no family support, and not married ?
"We're gonna be fine. We're gonna have this baby, and I promise you, He or She will be proud to have parents like us. I am going to take care of you, BOTH of you", He stated right before he ran a subtle hand on her belly, smiling. She gave him a sad smile , before leaning down and pecking his lips and he wiped her tears away.
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Mercedes was knocked out of her thoughts as her cellphone ranged. She looked down to see it was Artie, the talent recruiter from all those years ago, changed publicist calling. She answered the phone with a sigh.
"Talk to me Artie", She swiftly stated. She leaned back within her dressing room chair. She had about a good 5 minutes before her show started and she still had to get to the club to at least try to get Cherish to talk to her, so she could explain herself.
"Mercedes, I really don't understand why you just won't work with Will. He knows what he's doing and the label wants you to work with him on your album", He blurted out. Mercedes let out a frustrated groan before responding..
"Artie, I don't give a flying fuck what the label wants. I will not work with Will.. You better find someone else, I'm tired of this back and forth. My answer is final", She practically yelled. She was getting frustrated by the minute. She just had too much on her plate, from Cherish, to the label , her album, and then of course Sam once again flipping out on her , once Cherish went off on him for not telling her. She was at a loss, in all the situations she was in, nothing seemed to be going her way.
"Mercedes….", He began but was quickly cut off by her.
"NO ARTIE !!! TELL THEM TO GET SOMEONE ELSE. I PROMISE, IF I GET BACK AND THEY HAVE NOT GOTTEN SOMEONE ELSE, I SWEAR ON MY GRANDMOTHER'S GRAVE, I WILL RAISE ABSOLUTE HELL", She yelled out. She was beyond angry and stressed. Why couldn't anything just be simple for her. She let out yet another frustrated sigh as Artie began to talk again. She knew she had to calm herself down.. Looking at the clock, she was running out of time, and she needed to do her vocal warm-ups.
"Alright…. Alright okay… Yes, I have a show tonight… I have to go.. I'll talk to you tomorrow... Thank you", She said into the phone hanging-up right when Santana walked in with a mug of tea, for Mercedes before she goes out. As Santana approached her , Mercedes saw a sad look upon her face, before Mercedes, could ask what was wrong, she began to speak.
"She didn't call the hotel", She said looking down knowing Mercedes was already going through enough. She expected it, but she was a little hopeful that Cherish would come around and actually have a conversation with her. Mercedes looked at Santana through the mirror.
"YOU SHOULD HAVE GIVEN HER THE CELL NUMBER", Mercedes yelled, before letting out a frustrated scream, As tears threatened to flow over. Mercedes looked at herself in the mirror trying to calm down.
"Okay, Mercedes. Calm down…. You can do this. You have a huge crowd of people out there waiting for you", She coached as she calmed herself down.
"I'm sorry", Santana said grabbing a tissue to fix Mercedes make up. Mercedes sighed looking up at her taking the tissue.
"I'm sorry, I'm just stressed. The label is still pushing for Will to work on and promote my album", Mercedes huffed. Santana rolled her eyes knowing what kind of perverted snake William Schuester was.
"Fuck him.. I'll be damned if he's anywhere near you", Santana huffed out, crossing her arms, with looks that could kill. Santana looked at the clock and saw, Mercedes had 5 minutes until she had to perform. "As much as I would really love for us to continue talking, you have to get ready to be on stage now. We will talk later", Santana announced, grabbing Mercedes by the arm and pulling her with her.
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"Cherish, the bands all set up. You ready ?", Nessa asked as she added gloms to her lips. Cherish was currently waiting backstage to be called up. Cherish had barely been able to sleep let alone think , due to the shocking news she had just received the day prior.
"Look, I know this whole, Mercedes Jones being your mother is a huge culture shock, but right now, put it in your voice. All these emotions you have put it into the songs you're about to sing. Right now it's about you and you voice, not who your mother is", Nessa coated rubbing her shoulders to get her to cheer up.
"And now, The talented and Beautiful, Cherish Evans", The owner called Into the microphone clapping, getting the crowd hipped for her. Cherish did a small smile as she walked out on stage. Cherish usually had background singers, but not tonight due to two reason, 1.) Her background singers were out of town, and 2.) Her new song didn't cause for background singers. The beat her song "All I Want", started playing she took a deep breath before she starting singing to the slight upbeat of the song.
"You used to wanna be a player right?
But nowadays you don't play it right
You never play it safe
But I noticed how you like it that way", She began , not lowly but a little nervous due to this being new song she will be performing and she wanted everyone to be able to kinda groove to it.
"You used to wanna be a player boy
But now you just playin' me boy
Play all your little games
But tonight you're gonna stay at my place", She added as she swayed a little bit continuing the lyrics. Once she got to the pre-chorus and the actual chorus, she removed the microphone from the stand and started to do more movements with the song.
"Turn off the TV, put down your phone
Let's get to dancing like we're all alone
I'll make it easy, if you sing along
Put it on repeat then I'm taking you home
All I want is you right now
All I want is you, you
All I want is you right now
All I want is you, you" As she finished the chorus, she pointed to a darker toned boy and a couple other guys, right in front of her, making them believe she was singing the song to everyone individually. As she began the second verse, she looked at the back crowd initially becoming shocked seeing Mercedes Jones slid in and sit in a private booth. Mercedes gave a quick wave, as Cherish continued to sing.
"Hey, you don't have to stay
But might regret that you had gone
Next time the moment comes
So let your roommate know that you're not coming home tonight (tonight)", She sang getting more into the song. Even though she didn't care for Mercedes, she was still her idol and still wanted her to be proud of her.
As Cherish brought the song to the end, she did a slight run, making the crowd go wild. Cherish smiled and thanked the crowd before doing her last two songs.
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As Cherish's sets ended , she went backstage to gather her stuff, to dip out before Mercedes could come to her, but was shocked to see Mercedes backstage by the exit door, to prevent her from leaving.
"Cher…. Baby, please we need to talk", Mercedes said looking at her in all seriousness. Cherish gave her a nonchalant look just before rolling her eyes.
"Look, I don't want to talk to you.. Why should I? You left me. You didn't care why should I ?", Cherish snapped at her. She was definitely not in the mood to deal with this. She just did a fantastic show and she didn't want her mood to be ruined by Mercedes or her dad once she got home.
"Cherish, Please…", Mercedes pleaded with soft eyes. Cherish stared at her for a few moments before she decided to speak.
"I-I got to go before my father starts to worry", She quickly stated before she brushed passed her and left, leaving Mercedes to wallow in her own thoughts.
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The next day, Cherish was getting ready to go work at the store. She had the house to herself, as her dad had left early in the morning on his morning jog and then off to open the shop, so she was able to avoid him. Which she had been doing ever since she found out. She didn't want to be pissed at her dad, but how couldn't she ? He lied to her, he kept her mother away from her. She couldn't figure out who she was more upset with, but she really didn't want to dwell on it. As she made sure her bun was secure, she quickly grabbed her purse and made her way out the door, just to come in contact with Mercedes Jones, once again.
"Cherish…", Mercedes called out when she heard the door and turned her head. Mercedes currently had on a long black Peacoat with her curls hanging down , blowing in the wind. She had her hand under chin with a piece of tears and puffy eyes, and you could definitely tell she has been crying and in distress.
"What do you want, Mercedes ?", Cherish asked as she started walking in the direction of the store. Mercedes quickly followed suit trying to get her to stop.
"Please, can you just stop, so we can actually talk ?", Mercedes sniffled as she caught Cherish by the arm. Cherish looked at he hand and shrugged her off.
"Let me go... What do you not understand about me not wanting to see or talk to you ?", She questioned with an irritated look. Mercedes paused before narrowing her eyes at her daughter.
"We need to talk. I don't know what Sam has said….", Mercedes began before she was immediately cut off by Cherish.
"This..", She said waving her finger back and forth between herself and Mercedes, "Has nothing to do with him to a certain aspect. And at this very moment, I'm not even talking to my dad", She stated, crossing her arms above her chest, instantly regretting not grabbing a bigger coat. Mercedes noticed the slight shiver and began to pull her coat to give to Cherish since they were a good distance away from the house.
"I don't want anything from you. I want you to leave", Cherish demanded as she pushed the coat back. Mercedes put the jacket on looking broken, she didn't know how much longer she could take of Cherish pushing her away.
"No.. please.. Cherish I'm trying. I am. I want to be apart of your life. You were amazing last night. I know I can't make up for the 16 years, I have been gone, but please, at least let help you with your music. I can get you with the right people.. Just please, let me be apart of your life in some aspect.. please just let me be involved a little bit", Mercedes began. "I'm sorry, can't you see, my heart is broken. Just let me help you with your music", She finished. Cherish thought back for a second not knowing what to say.
"I leave back for New York tomorrow. If you chose to come to New York with me, call me and be ready by 8 am in the morning", Mercedes announced handing her a piece of paper with her cell number on it. Cherish looked at Mercedes as her hand was out trying to give the number to her. Cherish nodded taking the paper, with no word exchange before she walked off leaving Mercedes standing in her same spot.
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"She said she wanted to help me with my singing career, but I don't know. I want nothing to do with her, Ness", Cherish stated as she handed her customer the change, and sending them on their way.
"Girl, she owes you this, you better get your things packed and call her. Don't pass up this opportunity, just because you have ill feelings towards her. And eventually girl, you're gonna need to talk to your dad. He looks so sad", Nessa called out, peeking back at the office seeing Sam do some paperwork.
"I guess so, I just… ugh.. I don't know", Cherish voiced, putting her hands in her head, as Nessa began to rub her back.
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"Look Quinn, I really don't know how to feel about all this. I mean why now ? Why after all these years does she want a relationship with my daughter", He huffed as he laid in her bed whiles got up to put her robe on.
"Sam, honestly, I don't know. I can't really speak for her. She did try to come back, but-', She began before she stopped herself. She didn't want to make him upset, they were having a peaceful night and again, here he was bringing up Mercedes. It did irritate her that ever since she came and tried to reconnect back with her Goddaughter, it's all Sam has been going on about. It made it no better that he brought it up after they have just got done having sex. Some could say that Quinn was actually a little jealous. Truth is, she kinda was. I mean, Quinn did technically have a crush on him first, but Mercedes Jones, had no issue swooping in and snatching him for herself, or at least that's what she told herself. She loved Mercedes, she did. Mercedes was her best friend, and the mother of her goddaughter, but since Mercedes had left and cut all contact , she was over it, and since then she was always there to help Sam out, whether it was just to be a friend or a lover in the bedroom. They never talked about being in an actual relationship, in all honestly, they just considered themselves friends with benefits, but she wanted more.
"Look Sam, maybe you should go , I have to work in the morning, and Cherish did test you saying she needed to speak to you", She added going into her closet to pick out her work clothes. Sam huffed, before pulling the covers off his body and putting on his boxers before fully getting dressed.
"I call you", he simply announced behind her before pecking her cheek and leaving her by herself. 'Why can't I ever just have what I want for once', She thought to herself.
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Sam pulled up to the house after about 15 minutes of driving. He was exhausted mentally and physically. He didn't know how to deal with his emotions. With everything that transpired with in the last week , he just needed a mental break, and that's not even including issues with the store. He wasn't making enough money to keep it open and he getting more frustrated by the minute. He slid out the car and walked up the stairs unlocking the door and immediately stepping through the threshold.
"Cher, babygirl… I'm home", He stated slipping off his winter garments. He looked to the left and saw a couple of suitcases by the door. With a confused he traded up the stairs to Cherish's room to ask her what was up with the bags.
"I decided that I'll go, but don't think this a Mother-Daughter reunion. It's not. This is strictly business. You are my manager. And I don't want anyone to know that I'm …. Related to you, and if you think about it, you wouldn't either. America's Crowned Princess, who does everything righteously, except being a mother and abandoning her own ? Not a good look", Cherish stated into the phone.
"Alright.. you're running the show. I'm excited", Mercedes said into the camera, as they were currently Facetiming each other. Sam couldn't help but listen closer. Where was she going with Mercedes ?
"Alright get some sleep, We'll be there at 8", Mercedes stated before she hung up. He could tell she wanted to say more but she decided against it.
"Hey sport", He said as he walked into the room when the call officially ended. Cherish turned in her seat with a slightly surprised and alarmed look. "Sorry, Kiddo..", He announced taking a seat on her bed. He really didn't know where to start , so he kept quiet until Cherish started the conversation.
"Hi, Dad..", She trailed off not really knowing where to begin. "Daddy, I need to talk to you", She added as she finally set her phone down.
"Does it have anything to do with your bags being pack and you talking to Mercedes ?", He questioned. He wasn't mad at her , he couldn't be, he was more so mad at himself. Cherish looked at him with guilty eyes, that reminded him very much of Mercedes. She looked just like her. From her facial feature to the little things, she did without realizing it. For example: Whenever Mercedes or Cherish was in deep thought, they'd dare blankly into space, with one eyebrow raised and their lips curls curled to side a little. She briefly smiled at his though before turning his full attention back to his baby girl.
"Yes… actually. Well… Mercedes came by today, and we spoke, well she mainly spoke. She wants me to come to New York with her… so she can help with my music career", She nervously announced. Sam sat there. What could he say ? No you can't go with her. He couldn't do that. After all, he did help keep them apart, and with her being 16, he did not want to cause her any more grief. He didn't want her to go, but this was her decision. He wouldn't stop her. One thing he did know was that Mercedes would never let any harm come to her. Even with him having ill-feeling towards her, he knew Mercedes wasn't oblivious or close-minded. He didn't want to let her go and pursue music, but he knew he could hold her back, just as he tried to do to Mercedes. Plus, She knew this business, and as much as he wanted to protest, Mercedes could do a damn good job.
"Okay", Sam simply stated. Cherish searched his face for any type of emotion. Nothing.
"Okay ?", She questioned confused.
"Yeah.. Look, honey. If this is something you want to do, then I won't stop you. I've done so much to cause you grief, and I want you to be happy. So if you want to go, go right ahead, but I do have one rule", He announced. Cherish looked at him with her full undivided attention before he continued, "You have to call me at least twice a day, so that way I know you're safe. You're my only baby, and we have never been apart, I can't take not being able to see you, but I want you to video chat me at least twice a day, and if you can't text me, Pumpkin", He smiled sadly. Cherish returned the sad smile before getting up to hung him.
"Even though I am still disappointed, I still love you, Daddy. I'm gonna miss you so much", She cried out.
"I'm gonna miss you too, baby girl", Sam said rubbing her head as he hugged her back.
His baby girl was leaving the State without him. He didn't know how this was gonna go, but he was going to support her, as he should have been doing lately.
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Again, I'm so sorry for the late update..
The song that was used is called: All I Want x Kevin McHale (Played Artie in Glee)
Replies:
@Tana: You're definitely gonna see more of Quinn as the story unfolds more.. just wait on it, lol. I'm so glad you're enjoying the story 3
@Guess : I am making it hard to know if Samcedes is endgame, I thought that over when I was rereading it too lol, but I hope they do become endgame... hmmm.. lol Thank you for your support, love.