Thirty minutes into the movie Rachel started feeling Quinn's weight on her. She looked up and found a dozing blonde beside her. I can't believe her! What if a scary part happened? She did look pretty exhausted earlier. But still it was her idea to watch a scary movie and she promised! Just calm down scaredy cat. Can't you just be excited that Quinn is beautifully sleeping in our bed? Try and see of she's really asleep?
"Quinn?" Rachel said softly hoping to get a reaction but Quinn was pretty knocked out and she looked like a frozen goddess. Quinn had her arms crossed and head leaning to the side uncomfortably. Rachel really had no idea what to do at this point should she wake Quinn up so that she can change into something more comfortable? Should she let her sleep and she'll find a spot on the floor? This is Quinn Fabray, the girl she's in love with. What could a little spooning hurt? she thought. Rachel gently got out of bed and turned off the movie. When she turned around she couldn't believe how peaceful and beautiful Quinn truly looked.
Rachel stood frozen when Quinn shifted her body to get more comfortable, allowing her body to sink more into the bed. Quinn's body shivered and Rachel rushed right over and covered her with the blanket. Rachel looked at the clock and it was five minutes till ten. Thats pretty early for Rachel, ever since winter break started she's been staying up later than her usual bed time because she kept thinking about Quinn. Rachel took another minute gazing at her trying to figure out what's the best way to creep back into bed without waking her. After two minutes of deliberating she finally came up with a thorough plan.
Rachel gently pulled the blanket away and sat at the edge of the bed she then laid down on her side facing away from Quinn. She pulled over the covers and tried not to moved an inch until she got confirmation that Quinn was still sound asleep. Rachel laid there a few minutes frozen not knowing what to do. She heard Quinn's breathing from behind her so she knew that it okay for her to get a little more comfortable.
As Rachel laid inches away from Quinn she remembered a few days ago how sexually frustrated she's been because her dreams were becoming more physical than just her typical hand holding and kisses on the cheek. The dreams were becoming so intense that her dad had to barge into her bedroom in the middle of the night to discover that his daughter was only dreaming. But he had to ground her for two days for making such inappropriate noises. He had no idea Rachel was capable of such moans or even thinking about sex. But whatever her dream was as long as it stays a dream then there was no need for that awkward conversation about the birds and beast.
Quinn shifted again laying right behind Rachel fitting the curves of her body and wrapping her arms around the tiny diva. Rachel could feel Quinn's hot breath on the back of her neck. She was beginning to feel hot all over, Quinn's arm was slowly tucking itself underneath Rachel's stomach pulling her closer and closer to Quinn. Rachel was breathing harder and heavier now.
Okay, just slower breaths Rachel. Yes, Quinn is cuddling with us. What should I do? Just stay calm and try to fall asleep.
Rachel shut her eyes but couldn't stop this feeling of excitement building up inside her. Her heart was racing like a jack hammer ready to break out of her chest. Then when Rachel thought this was the furtherest it will go unconscious Quinn had to take it up a notch. Quinn buried her face in the brunette's hair and connected her lips with the back of Rachel's soft neck. Rachel's head was going to explode there is no way she could fall asleep now. Heat was radiating from her neck making it way all over her body and setting camp between her legs. She clamped her legs tighter trying to force the throbbing to stop.
Just close your eyes Rachel. And don't pay attention to how soft her lips feel on your neck. Don't pay any attention to how close her hand is to your breast. And absolutely DON'T pay any attention to the constant and painful beating of your clit. JUST DON'T THINK ABOUT IT!
Rachel shut her eyes again and bit her pillow. She wanted to scream at the top of her lungs this roller coaster of a friendship they've been developing was getting to be really hard. Who knew that this would be so difficult. She just wanted to have Quinn all to herself, to finally hold her, kiss her and love her. She looked at her clock and noticed that it was getting really late. Her mind has been running around the thought of Quinn being her girlfriend for far too long.
Just try and go to sleep Rachel when you wake up in the morning she will still be next to you. I still can't believe this is all real. HUGE PORTRAIT MENTAL PICTURE. SNAP!
After about an hour Rachel finally fell asleep. She's never felt so safe in someone's arms before. The thought of having Quinn behind her, holding her made Rachel feel like anything was possible between them it was just going to take time. And patience for loving Quinn is something Rachel was willing to wait for if every night will be just like this.
Why is it so bright? And whose hand am I holding?
Quinn slowly opened her eyes fighting the bright sun that's burning her face. And what she saw that first thing in the morning was dark brown hair and her body completely cuddled up, hands holding and legs intertwined with one Rachel berry.
Did we sleep like this the whole night? Wow, I've never slept so good in weeks.
Quinn lifted her head high enough to look at the clock. It was only eight fifteen so she decided to go back to sleep. She laid her head down and found Rachel's hair parted leaving Rachel's neck bare and something inside Quinn was pulling her to kiss that soft spot. And when she was about to press her lips on her neck Rachel turned her whole body around and rested her head on Quinn's chest. She wrapped her arms around the blondes waist and intertwined their legs together. Quinn couldn't remember what happened last night and how this all came about. But seeing Rachel in her arms so peaceful was a sight she'll never forget. She was falling in love with her she doesn't know why or how but her heart was screaming and begging for Rachel. Quinn held her closer and tried to fall back to sleep.
Quinn felt something vibrating on the bottom of the bed and realized it was her cell phone. She didn't want to let go of Rachel because let's face it she doesn't know when this amazing thing will happen again. So she ignored it and went back to sleep. Five minutes later she heard her phone going off again. She lifted her head to look for the clock and saw that it was nine in the morning. Her phone started vibrating again so it must be important if she keeps getting a calls every five minutes.
Rachel felt Quinn move around but was still half asleep. Quinn didn't want to wake her so she gently and very slowly moved her arm off Rachel's waist. She lifted her right leg which was on top of Rachel's and straightened it out.
Okay so far so good. We can do this quietly and gently.
She then slowly straightened her left leg releasing from underneath Rachel's leg. The last problem was her left arm it was tucked right underneath Rachel neck.
Shit! How am I going to get out of this?
She remembered an episode from Friends about the hug and roll maybe it just might work in this hopeless situation. So she looked at Rachel to see is she was still fast asleep and she was. From the soft snores it sounded like it's a go. Quinn wrapped her arm around Rachel one more time holding her tight and rolled her on her back while slowly pulling her left arm free.
Almost...there...
I'm free!
She slowly got out of bed and searched for her phone. When she found it she was surprised at how many missed calls she had received.
"Fifteen missed calls? Shit! I forgot to call mom last night." she said to herself quietly. Her phone started vibrating again and MOM CALLING flashed on the screen.
"Fuck!" she quietly and walked towards Rachel's bathroom she shut the door behind her and answered afraid of what her mother might say.
"Good morning mom."
"Quinnie! I've been worried sick about you. Where are you? I almost called the cops. You have some explaining to do young lady. You better be on your way home right this minute."
"Mom, calm down. I'm fine I slept over at Britney's cause she had a fight with Santana. I forgot to call you because she was really upset. I'm sorry. I'll be home soon." she whispered.
"Your grounded for two weeks young lady do you understand me. No excuses and there's no soon I need you home right now or I'm calling Mrs. Pierce…"
"No mom! That won't be necessary I'll be on my way."
"Two weeks young lady. I mean it. If your not home in ten minutes I'm adding another week. Am I making myself clear? And why are you whispering?"
"Yes mother, perfectly clear. I'll be home in ten minutes. Britney's still sleeping and I don't want to wake her. I'm leaving right this minute." Quinn hung up the phone and gripped it so tightly that her knuckles turned purple. Her mother always knew which button to press with her. Quinn cracked the bathroom door to see if Rachel was still asleep.
Rachel was sitting up on the bed rubbing her eyes. "Quinn?" she said softly.
Quinn felt bad for waking her up but she needed to head home quickly so she can try and salvage her winter break. She walked over to Rachel and sat in front of the diva. She was all ready missing Rachel's warmth on her. Quinn really wished that she was still laying beside Rachel when she woke up from her slumber instead of her waking up alone. Now Rachel won't even know how close she really held the tiny diva.
Quinn reached for Rachel's hand and held it. "I'm sorry I woke you, my mom is having a nervous break down right now so I have to leave pretty soon." Quinn gave her a disappointed smile cause she wanted to stay in bed with Rachel all day.
Rachel intertwined her hand with Quinn's, "I hope I didn't get you in trouble. It's just you looked so peaceful sleeping and I didn't want to wake you." Quinn found so much comfort in the way Rachel was holding her hand. This was a really great way waking up in the mooring. Both girls have been losing sleep just thinking about each other this whole time.
"No it's fine Rach, I can handle my mother. Can I call you later? You know just to talk?"
Nice Fabray way to sound like guy asking for a second date after you just slept together.
"Yes of course!" sounding a little excited. "I mean I would like that very much. Just to talk."
Quinn smiled and realized that she found Rachel's nervous shrieks would be one of the most cutest thing Rachel ever does. Quinn got up to gather her things but Rachel didn't release her hand. She turned around and met those beautiful brown eyes.
"I…" Rachel feeling a little nervous about what she going to say. "I had a really nice time Quinn." From the way Rachel said it she was hoping that Quinn would find the meaning behind her words. Rachel wasn't sure if they we're still cuddling when Quinn woke up and it wasn't exactly a topic she wanted to bring up first thing in the morning.
Quinn bit her bottom lip and smiled at this enchanting brunette in front of her. Quinn held her hand tighter, "I had a great night as well superstar." Rachel smiled the biggest smile Quinn had ever seen. Rachel finally let go of Quinn's hand trying to keep her composure because Quinn just made it clear that they are moving slightly forward in their "relationship."
Quinn gathered up her things as Rachel watched. Neither girls needed to say more they both had an understanding with their subtle exchanged of words.
Rachel walked Quinn down the stairs where her fathers were cooking breakfast. Quinn entered first then Rachel.
"Good morning girls! Did you have a pleasant night?" Leroy was placing a plate of pancakes on the table. Hiram was at the head of the table reading the paper.
"We did actually, thank you again for having me over. Unfortunately my mother needs me home she's having one of her moments. So I won't be able to stay for breakfast." Quinn looked so disappointed leaving this happy place.
"All right dear, well take some pancakes for the road." Leroy offered and started wrapping two pancakes for her.
"Thank you Leroy. Thank you again for having me."
"Come back any time dear." Leroy watched Rachel lead Quinn to the door. Hiram put down his paper and looked at his husband.
"You like her." Leroy told his husband.
"She's a nice girl I'll say that." Hiram responded.
"She'll do right by us I know it. And look at our daughter so smitten." Leroy kissed Hiram on the cheek and continued his cooking.
Quinn walked in front of Rachel so she didn't see the sadden look on her face. When she turned around she couldn't help but look the same way. She hated this part it was like an ache that couldn't be healed. Standing in front of this door after the night they just shared was dreadful.
"So I'll talk to you later?" Quinn looked at the sad brunette. Quinn found Rachel extremely adorable each time she would pout her lips whenever they would have to separate.
"Yeah, I'll be right here." Rachel tried to smile but couldn't really hide the fact that she was upset with her leaving. She absolute hated this part they never said goodbye to each other but watching Quinn leave her was an indescribable pain Rachel hated the most. Rachel opened the front door and Quinn hesitated to step out because she knew that once she leaves this house the night they just shared will be nothing more than just a memory in their past. Quinn just wanted their moments to keep going because being with Rachel was giving her a high she had no idea existed.
Quinn stepped forward and turned around to face Rachel she leaned forward and kissed her on the cheek. "Don't look so sad, I'll come by tomorrow." Quinn felt a little embarrassed but she told herself that she wasn't going to hide anything any more
Rachel was in shock, she watched Quinn walk away but that feeling she hated wasn't there any more. Rachel held the spot where Quinn's lips not a second ago kissed her and she felt like was going to explode with happiness. She really had no words to describe what just happened or how she was feeling. When Quinn drove off all the words Rachel can let out was.
"Oh my…"
Leaving the Berry household was a lot more difficult than she expected. The last minute impulse kiss on Rachel's cheek was brave even for Quinn. She wanted to move forward with her feelings after New York and honestly being spontaneous was her only shot at showing Rachel how she truly feels.
When Quinn pulled up to her drive way. She was a little frightened of what's behind that door. She knew she needed a miracle to convince her mothers mind about her punishment. Quinn took a deep breath and got out of her car.
She needed to be smart about this, her mother is not one to mess around with when it comes to punishment or negotiations. But she needed to be at Pucks party this Friday. She reached for the door knob but her mother opened it with great fury.
"Lucy Quinn Fabray get inside now!"
Quinn felt the burning from her mothers eyes. She was worried that nothing was going to change her mind about her two week punishment. But she can still try and and bargain for a shorter term.
"Yes ma'am" Quinn walked inside her home and walked towards the living room. Judy followed right behind with her arms crossed and a crazy look in her eyes. Those eyes will surely turn any one who looks into them into stone because they we're the most fearsome glare Quinn has ever seen.
"Mom, let me explain." Quinn pleaded.
Judy took a seat right in front of her daughter and took a deep breath before she answered.
"I will not have my daughter galavanting at night and not have the decency to give their mother a call if it was all right to sleep over your friends house. Do you understand me Quinn? You and I had a deal. I don't need to hear any more excuses just go to your room. Two weeks young lady." Judy was forceful, after she kicked out her husband she had to take the more disciplinary role instead of the cool mom she used to be. She made it very clear that there was no getting out of punishment.
"Mom, I'm so sorry I worried you. Britney was just so upset and we both lost track of time. Please don't punish me for a simple mistake. I'm truly sorry." Quinn walked over to her mother and sat beside her holding her hand.
"End of discussion. Upstairs NOW young lady. I will extend your punishment if you don't abide by them right this instant." Judy was never really the enforcer. But the last thing she wanted was for Quinn to find another reason to lash out. She learned that by communication and a few disciplinary action should be enough to put her daughter back on the right track.
Quinn felt defeated and had no idea what to say or do to convince her mother that two weeks was unreasonable. But they did have an agreement this was the one rule her mother enforced. Always call to let her know where she is so that she wouldn't have to worry.
"Yes ma'am." Quinn got up and dragged her feet up the stairs and into her bed room. She grabbed her phone and laid in her bed. Completely sadden and defeated. She clicked on contacts and looked for Rachel's number. She starred into it a few seconds trying to figure out what to say. Because now her whole winter break is ruined. She should probably call Britney to give her mom a heads up if her mother ever decides to call Mrs. Pierce. But disappointing Rachel was the first thing running through her mind. She really didn't want to tell her because she knew how upset Rachel would get. She would take all responsibility and try to fix the problem by storming at her house and try to convince Judy that it was all her fault for Quinn not calling to check in. She held her breath and pressed on the call button she waited for Rachel to answer.
"Hello"
"Hey Rachel, what are you doing?" Quinn grabbed her pillow and started biting the corner feeling anxious over the phone.
"Not much just sketching. How did it go with your mother?" Rachel noticed the difference in Quinn's voice and knew that it didn't go well.
"I've got some bad news. I won't be able to stop by tomorrow after all. My mother is being difficult and there wasn't any room for discussion. So I'll be stuck indoors for two weeks." Quinn found that relatively easy to explain.
"Two weeks! I'm so sorry Quinn, is there anything I can do? Maybe explain to your mother that it wasn't your fault you didn't check..."
"NO!" Quinn cut her off not wanting to sound abrasive. "I mean no its all right Rachel. My mother won't hear any of it, you'll just be wasting your time. She's very old fashioned and don't worry I'm actually behind some school work and I should probably get started on them."
Rachel felt hurt by how quickly Quinn denied her, Judy Fabray was old fashioned and a good Christian woman. Surely she's heard of the two gay dads raising a daughter that goes to the same school as Quinn from a church gathering or something. She probably wouldn't want Quinn to be hanging out with such bad influences. So she understood why Quinn would react like that.
"Okay Quinn. So does this mean you won't be attending Puck's party?" Rachel really wanted to go and hang out with Quinn there. It would just be a place to be themselves sort of. But no parents and alcohol will be present maybe that would help both girls unwind about their feelings.
"Damn! I forgot about that." Quinn was too nervous to call Rachel and it just slipped her mind.
"Quinn! Language!" Rachel disciplined, she hates it when people cursed. The way she sees cursing is a pathetic excuse for not wanting to explore other words to describe frustration.
"Sorry, I didn't mean it. I meant to say shoot I completely forgot about Pucks party."
"So I'm guessing that would be a no." Rachel sounded disappointed.
"I guess so, my mother isn't really up for negotiations. Maybe towards the end of the week I'll try and talk to her again, if I behave well enough maybe she'll consider letting me go one night. So you were planning on going?" Now that Quinn couldn't go a part of her didn't want Rachel to go either. Finn would be there and when Puck gets drunk her gets really flirty.
"I debated, I was actually hoping that you would go so that I wouldn't feel so out of place." Rachel explained.
"Out of place? Rachel they're your friends too. Don't worry about them just go and have fun. It's our senior year you should go and enjoy yourself." Quinn realized that she enjoyed talking to Rachel on the phone. Not being able to look at her directly made the conversation flow better. Just hearing her voice was soothing to the blonde.
Rachel was smiling on her end when Quinn was giving her words of encouragement about the party. She was really enjoying this maybe their winter break could be saved by phone conversation.
"Your absolutely right Quinn, I promised myself that this year will be different and I ?SHOULD? enjoy myself with my peers. Thank you."
"Your welcome Rachel."
Quinn heard her mother calling out to her from down stairs. She really didn't want to get off the phone but knowing her mother she could take her phone away as well.
"Hey Rachel I'm going to have to call you back later. My mom is calling me."
"Oh, sure Quinn I'll be right here." Rachel loved the idea that they never have to say goodbye to one another.
Quinn smiled and hung up the phone.
"I'm going to that party. And I'm going to tell her I want to be with her." she said to herself. Quinn got out of bed and walked down stairs to find out what her mother needed.
Quinn had no doubts clouding her, no fear to stop her. Her heart was telling her that Puck's new years party would be the perfect place and time to announce her affections for Rachel. She was set that the new year will be a year full of love and new memories with the only person she ever wanted to be with.
Prepare yourself Rachel Berry this new Quinn Fabray will surprise you in ways you never expected.