So here is Chapter 15. I did just get a review correcting me that the Sectionals in Season 1 was 2009 not 2010. I did know that it was just an error that I overlooked. So in this chapter, the Spring Semester starts. I have also added Lauren to the story early just to make the story fit. Enjoy.

Chapter 15: New Year New Me.

Finn's POV.

So here we go for the Spring Semester. Now that we are finally back after Christmas. I feel ready to begin the Semester. It is a new year so I have decided to be a bit friendlier and more welcoming to people than I have been. I feel that with my previous reputation, I felt that I was putting aside any friendships that I might have had the chance to grow. Now I want to be seen as a guy that can be helpful and funny to everyone and help make everyone feel good. Whilst at the same time, achieving good grades in order to fulfil my potential and get a football scholarship.

One thing that I have been talking to my mother about is that I can't get over these feelings that I have for Rachel. Ever since she caught me kissing her on her front porch on Christmas Day, she has said that I should take things slow if I want to get back with her. After all at the end of last Semester, my heart went on a major roller-coaster so I don't want to have to go through that again.

I walk up to my locker and get ready with my first lesson which is science where I see Mike come up to me with Artie following on behind.

Finn: "Hey guys, how's it going? How was the rest of your holiday?"

Mike: "It was great. Tina and I are going strong. She met my parents over the weekend and they said afterwards that they thought that she was a sweet girl."

Artie: "My family are doing well. Going fine also with my guitar practise and trying to improve my physical strength. Let's hope that there is less drama this Semester than last."

Finn: "Yeah with baby-gate and all. That was strange. Can you guys keep a secret?"

Mike and Artie: "Yes, what is it?"

Finn: "Well on Christmas Day, Kurt invited my Mom, myself and Rachel over as my Mom and Kurt's dad are going out and Rachel was on her own over Christmas. Afterwards, we dropped Rachel home and I kissed her on her front porch."

Artie: "Really?"

Mike: "Seriously dude."

Finn: "Yes seriously. It was just a small one on the lips. But I think I still love her but I feel that I should still give her a break. After all she did cheat on me with Jesse."

Mike: "Before he helped egg her. Finn, you told me as much. Just tell her your feelings with her. She can only say no."

Artie: "Friends don't kiss each other on the lips Hudson. Just tell her how you feel. Who else knows?"

Finn: "Okay I will do. Kurt also knows. Let's roll to class everyone."

We do and head over to science class. Once I arrive, I see that Rachel is sitting next to Tina. I just sit next to Mike and look over.

I whisper over to Mike. Finn: "Looks like my crush and your girlfriend are happy together."

Mike whispers back "I know. Wonder whether they are talking about which one of us is more attractive."

We have a small chuckle. I just say "That is probably 1-1."

Rachel's POV.

I am nervous heading into the new Semester to be honest. After all the end of last Semester ended up with me being abandoned by my mother and then being egged by my ex-boyfriend, Vocal Adrenaline and Sue Sylvester's little moles of the Cheerio's who were the Queen Bitch, the Slutty Latina and the Dumb Blonde. Hopefully these spare clothes won't be needed.

But that isn't what I am nervous about. The thing is that even since Finn kissed me on Christmas Day, I can't get him out of my thoughts. What if that kiss was just to tell me that I had lost him and that was his way of telling me? What if he found another girl who is much sweeter and prettier than me? Or what if it was a thought that he still loves me? I will need to find someone to talk to about that.

I go and put my stuff in my locker before all of a sudden, I turn around and I see a couple of members from the football team with slushes. I see them and they are Dave Karfosky and Noah Puckerman. In an instant, my vision is blurred with red ice in my face.

Karfosky: "Well to the village of Loserville. Population: You. (Laughs)"

I try to wipe my face off to prevent the look that I am crying. I see Quinn and Santana looking over there and see that they are laughing. Great, not even through the first day and I have already been humiliated. Is it really two years before I can leave this hell-hole?

I grab my spare pair of clothes and rush into the bathroom. After I fix myself and get ready for the day once I see that I'm okay. I head back to my locker to get my books. I see Tina walk over.

Tina: "Hey Rachel."

Rachel: "Hey Tina."

Tina: "You look like you have been crying."

Rachel: "Already been slushed. Can't even get to first class without a cup of ice thrown in my face. Seems to be the plan of the Queen Bitch to make my life a living hell."

Tina: "I know. She only cares about her reputation even when she has one in the oven as an irresponsible person. Now, I can tell that she was only using Finn for status."

Rachel: "I know. She loved the idea of being with him, not actually loving him for the person that he actually is. Can you keep a secret?"

Tina: "Sure what is it Rachel?"

Rachel: "On Christmas Day, I went with Finn and his Mom to Kurt's house for Christmas. Afterwards he drove me back and when he came to say goodbye, he kissed me."

Tina: "What?"

Rachel: "Yeah, and ever since I have had these strange feelings for him. I did cheat on him but I want to get back with him."

Tina: "Tell him how you feel. Maybe his feelings are still there. He can only say no."

Rachel: "Sure. Let's get to class."

When we arrive we sit together and watch and see that Finn, Mike and Artie are coming in together. Throughout the lesson, we see both Mike and Finn give us slight looks during the lesson.

Tina: "Do you want to speak with them afterwards?"

Rachel: "Sure, bagsy the hot one."

Tina: "Wait you mean Mike?"

Rachel: "No, Finn."

We have a giggle with each other. After the lesson, we begin to head over to Glee where we are ready to have our first rehearsal for the New Year.

I sit in between Kurt and Mercedes with Tina next to Kurt. We see that everyone is coming in. I heard that Jesse had gone back to Vocal Adrenaline. Good, that means that I can have fewer links to my mother. I have decided that I'm not going to try to build a relationship with her unless she changes her ways. Particularly as she is going to be looking after the devil's child and raise it as her own.

I see Mike, Artie and Finn come in with Mr Schue who are sharing a private joke due to the laughter that is coming out of their mouths. They come and sit down just behind us as Artie wheels himself next to Mercedes. Mr Schue goes up to the front of the class.

Mr Schue: "Hope you all had a wonderful Christmas. But we need to get ready for Regionals."

Puck: "But it is like four months away."

Mr Schue: "Yes but that means that we need to get everything right before the competition. Which allows me to introduce three new members, Becky Jackson, Jacob Israel and Lauren Zizes. Come on in you three."

They arrive.

Matt: "Wait where did Jesse go?"

Mr Schue: "He went back to Vocal Adrenaline. Which brings me to the next point of call, Quinn, Santana and Brittany, you need to leave."

All three of them: "What! What did we do?"

Mr Schue: "I caught you at the end of last Semester with Jesse, throwing eggs at Rachel."

Quinn: "Yeah because she betrayed us."

Rachel: "No. I did what you couldn't do which was to tell the truth, you selfish bitch. You then go behind my back and agree to have your baby get adopted by my Mom who abandoned me. How do you think that made me feel?"

Santana: "Well you deserve it. And anyway I think we could use a break."

Mr Schue: "Don't come back unless you can be loyal to this club."

They leave.

Mr Schue: "What did you mean when you said your mother abandoned you?"

Rachel: "She told me as much when I found her. I got really depressed over that weekend and if it wasn't for a few people here. I probably would have killed myself."

Mr Schue: "Rachel. Just remember we are all here for you."

After the lesson where we learn that the assignment is to come up with songs for Regionals, we head out. I tell Finn to meet me at the parking lot this evening after school.

Finn's POV (Skip to the end of school)

Rachel said that she wanted to meet me at the parking lot at school at the end of the day. Well now that is here, I head over there.

When I get there, I see that she is standing by my car. Does she want a lift?

Finn: "Anyone picking you up?"

Rachel: "No, I wanted to come and ask you something?"

Finn: "What is it about?"

Rachel: "When you kissed me on my porch, what was that about?"

Finn: "I felt that I wanted to give you a happy Christmas? Is this what this is about?"

Rachel: "(Feeling upset) So it didn't mean anything to you?"

Finn: "No, why did you say that?"

Rachel: "Because I can't stop thinking about it since. Finn, I love you and I want to go out with you again."

Finn: "Really? The feeling is mutual."

Rachel: "So?"

Finn: "Rachel Berry, will you be my girlfriend?"

Rachel: "Yes. Yes, I will. (Kisses him)"

Finn: (Kisses back)

Rachel: "Can I go home with you?"

Finn: "Hop in."

I look at the beautiful girl that is next to me and just think to myself, how did I get so lucky? Not that I mind though. Rachel is the best thing in my life right now. My Mom's advice might be true. You might find your soulmate at a young age.

Aww. So Finchel are finally back together. They are so cute for each other. However, an evil surprise is waiting to strike from a jealous ex. Reviews as always are welcome.