They both slam their books shut and lets out an exasperated breath. They look at their clock and see that it's 9:13pm pretty early for Rachel to have finished reading a hundred pages and actually understanding the material. Quinn just had an overload of information and decided to call it quits she has all of lunch to finish what she hasn't read all ready. Rachel grabs her phone and dials Quinn's number it rings a few times then the sound of Quinn's voice puts a smile on her face.
"Hello there superstar finished all of your homework?" Rachel can sense Quinn's excited tone on the phone and guesses that she really did miss talking to her.
"I did actually, pretty interesting stuff but enough about school work give me thirty minutes tops and I'll be ready to web cam. Is that okay?"
"I'll see you in thirty." They both hang up their phones, grab their clothes and run to their bathroom.
After a few minutes Quinn was drying her hair in front of the computer while she waited for Rachel's call. She turned on her ichat and saw that Rachel had left hers on. Quinn sent her message saying that she was in front of her computer just waiting for her to finish and when she's ready just send a video invite. Quinn looked at herself in the mirror one last time before she saw something pop up in her screen. She clicked accept and Rachel's beautiful face goes straight to full screen.
"Hello beautiful, I've missed you." Quinn never looked away from the screen seeing how her words affect the brunette. Rachel blushed and looked away for a second still trying to register Quinn's words as genuine. Rachel moved around in her seat feeling Quinn's eyes on her even through a computer screen the intensity from those hazel eyes was making her body react strangely.
"Before you say anything else Quinn I would like to apologize for my behavior earlier. It was really uncalled for and I hope you can forgive me." Rachel looked straight into the camera with sincerity in her light brown eyes meeting Quinn's through the screen.
"I accept your apology Rachel but can you maybe explain what happened? As much as I find your dramatic moments adorable I won't be much help trying to calm you down if I didn't know what I did wrong?"
Rachel looked away from the screen again finding it hard to explain how immature she was thinking that Quinn has it so easy while she had to work hard for everything. Those thoughts still lingered it's ugly head but Quinn deserves an explanation so she took a deep breath and met those hazel eyes once more.
"Rachel?" Quinn waited patiently for the brunette to respond and from the expression in her face it would appear like she's battling some inner turmoil.
"You didn't do anything wrong Quinn, my…" she paused trying to find the right words to say, "Abrasive competitiveness took hold of my emotions and the thought of losing valedictorian caused me to act childish. I honestly wasn't thinking Quinn, I'm so embarrassed." Rachel couldn't find it in her to look at the screen any longer.
"Rachel, look at me." After hearing Rachel's explanation it was really no surprise to her but the thought of Rachel feeling threatened by her was something she didn't want.
"Rachel, look at me." Quinn said with more force in her voice. Rachel lifted her head and faced her computer screen.
"Don't beat yourself up over this. One of the reasons why I like you so much is your intense personality. Whether its your singing, school work or just because you felt like being extra dramatic. You shouldn't feel embarrassed, I really like you for who you are Rach. And frankly the only reason why I'm in the running for valedictorian was because I knew you were my only competition. So I pushed myself to catch up to you, so you see even in the past you were already pushing me to be a better person." Quinn kept her gaze and smiled at the brunette.
"Really?" Rachel moves closer to the screen, hearing Quinn talk like this always made her smile.
"Of course Rachel, I guess I never really thought about how much you've always been there for me even if I didn't want to admit it." Quinn thought back and wondered how many times has Rachel encouraged her in the past without even knowing it.
"Thanks Quinn, hearing you talk like this makes this whole thing so real."
"It's real Rachel, I want to be with you." Quinn watched those brown irises soften when she heard her utter those words. "Hey I thought you had some good news to tell me?"
Rachel completely forgot her big news she smiled that Rachel Berry smile and moved closer to the screen.
"I came out to my fathers at dinner tonight." she said with so much joy in her voice. "We got to talking about you actually and I've been wanting to tell them but never really knew how to tell them. But I didn't say anything about us, they're really supportive about my choice."
Quinn's eyes widened in surprise. She didn't really know how long Rachel's been gay but for her to come out to her fathers was huge. She hasn't really thought about coming out to her mother trying to picture that conversation just made her nervous and stressed out. After today the last thing she needed was to to ruin their new found mother daughter relationship and if she was being honest with herself she didn't even really know if she's a lesbian or just gay for Rachel.
"I'm so happy for you Rachel." she said with a smile.
"Thanks Quinn. Listen, I wanted to ask you something rather important." she paused trying to sort out her thoughts. Quinn watched the diva's expression change. "I know that we're both not out to our peers but how exactly did you want to tackle tomorrow? I'm sure I've made it clear that when I'm around you it's quiet difficult for me to keep my hands to myself. But I know better not to attract unwanted attention. And I just wanted to know what your thoughts are in the matter."
Quinn swallowed thickly and it hadn't dawned on her how differently she may act knowing that Rachel will be with her at school.
"Let's just be ourselves and see where that takes us. At least everyone at school all ready knows we hang out. We'll just have to be careful when it comes to you know the kissing and stuff." Quinn's checks turned a light pink thinking how exciting it would be sneaking around and kissing those lips she missed so dearly.
Rachel saw Quinn look away for a second after explaining her reasoning on the matter. It wasn't like she was expecting Quinn to hold hands with her in the hall ways or anything. But at least she got an answer that best suits their relationship it is McKinley after all. Let Britney and Santana have the lesbian couple title and having a secret relationship shouldn't be that bad school is almost over and once they're out of Lima they can be open about their relationship as much as they want.
Rachel nods her head in agreement. "Okay that sound like a good idea. As much as I would enjoy looking at your beautiful face all night long today was actually a very exhausting day. Can I talk to you tomorrow?"
"Of course Rachel, I'll see you tomorrow."
"Goodnight Quinn." Rachel blew her a kiss and smiled at the screen.
"Goodnight Rachel." Quinn smiled and wished that kiss would find her lips. She turned off her computer once Rachel logged off. Quinn laid in her bed pondering how different her life will be now that she's with Rachel.
"Rachel Berry how in the world did we get here?" she says to herself. She grabs her cell phone and scrolls through her photo album she finds the picture of Rachel surrounded by candles and that gorgeous smile of hers. Her memory flashes back to Rachel serenading her with that perfect song, their first kiss, cuddling and waking up next to her. Before she knew it her eye lids felt like they being weighed down and within minutes she fell asleep with Rachel's photo beside her.
The next morning Rachel woke up early to start her morning routine. One hour on the elliptical, get ready for school and have a hearty breakfast. When she came down stairs she heard her fathers laughing in the kitchen typical morning but then she hears a different laughter. When she walks in a striking blonde wearing her cheerios uniform was sitting on the dining table drinking a glass of juice.
"Quinn! What are you doing here?" her voice sounding panicked.
"I'm driving you to school silly. Let's eat some breakfast and head out I still have some studying to do." That was lie Quinn just wanted to hang out with Rachel before school started maybe have a quick make out session in her car. The thought made her look down on her plate. She doesn't usually wake up this early but being at school will restrict her from a lot things she wanted to do with Rachel. So hanging out before school even if it's just sitting in her car was worth the lack of sleep she'll be missing out on.
Rachel walked over to sit next to the blonde and started placing food in her plate. Quinn placed her hand on the brunette's lap and smiled. The touch sent a warm shiver all over her body that caused her to bite the inside of her lower lip. She put a spoon full of food to take her mind off the finger moving up and down her thigh.
"So is this going to be a regular thing or just for today?" Leroy questioned with a beaming smile on his face.
"The breakfast thing probably just today but I'll be picking up Rachel every school day if that's all right?" Quinn looked beside her and saw a shy smile from Rachel.
"Well your always welcome to join us for breakfast dear." he added.
They finished their food and headed out the door.
"Thanks again for breakfast Leroy, Hiram it was great seeing both of you." Quinn waved goodbye and opened the door for Rachel.
"Thanks dads! I'll see you later." Rachel stepped out of the house and walked towards Quinn's car. Quinn followed behind watching the tiny diva's body sway beautifully as they approach her car. She bit her lower lip and rushed in front of Rachel and opened the car door for her. The gesture made Rachel blush and look away. No one has ever opened the door for her not even Jesse and he was more of a romantic than Finn. She gets in the car and Quinn walks over to the driver side. Quinn started the car and parked a little further down away from Rachel's house. When she finds an quiet block she puts the car on park.
"What are we doing her Quinn? We're going to be late for school." Rachel wondered what was going through Quinn's head. Quinn faces Rachel and grabs her hand from her lap. Rachel turns and meets those soft hazel eyes. Quinn slowly leans closer and their lips collide. Rachel slips her tongue and finds Quinn's and they can feel the intensity of kiss. Quinn puts her hand behind Rachel's neck and pulls the brunette closer. The touch sends Rachel's mind into a whirlwind of lust and lets out a soft moan and bites Quinn's lower lip. Quinn can feel her core throbbing at the sound. Rachel's hand finds an opening in Quinn's cherrio shirt and grips the blonde's soft skin. They were both breathing heavily trying to fight for control but neither girls we're backing down.
Rachel's fingers slowly moves up Quinn's back, she knows this will make the blonde cave she slowly grazes her fingertips along her back. Quinn pulls away from the kiss and finds Rachel's neck. She teasingly kisses her collar bone and slowly makes her way up the diva's earlobe. Rachel was losing herself feeling Quinn's tongue on her jaw followed by gentle kisses on her neck. Rachel couldn't help it any longer and she scratches Quinn's back with so much passion that Quinn rolls her head back and bites her lip. When she looks back at Rachel her eyes were dark like she was ready to pounce on the diva. Quinn licks her lips and Rachel was so mesmerized at the sight that she sat there frozen capturing every movement the blonde was making.
"Your so fucking hot Quinn!" forget about her rules when it comes to cursing those five words suited how sexy her girlfriend is at this very moment. Quinn gives her a mischievous smile and was surprised to hear Rachel swear.
"I think you left scratch marks on my back. I didn't think you had in you to be so rough Ms. Berry?" her voice was sultry and teasing. Rachel arched her eyebrow and gave Quinn a bashful smile.
"We're going to be late Ms. Fabray. I would love to keep doing this believe me but we really should head out soon."
Quinn frowned but leaned forward and gave Rachel a quick kiss. She can feel where Rachel's fingers made its way down her back the sensation was hard to ignore because it kept reminding her how turned on they were. Quinn held out her hand palms up and waited for Rachel to grab it so they can hold hands as she drives. Rachel felt so smitten at how adorable Quinn is when it comes to these tiny gestures. She intertwined her fingers with Quinn's and held it tight.
When they get to the school parking lot it was beginning to get packed. Students were getting their stuff together, some were walking towards the school. Others were hanging out giggling with their friends.
Quinn still held Rachel's hand and turned to face the diva. "You ready to go inside?"
Rachel smiled and nodded yes. They gather their stuff and before they got out of the car. Quinn grabbed Rachel's hand looked around and kissed her on the cheek. Rachel blushed and exited the car.
As they walked along side one another they would take quick glances and smile. Having this secret relationship was exciting Quinn wasn't used to hiding but she has a lot at stake. Rachel on the other hand understood Quinn's situation and why they can't be public. It was only in school any ways just a couple of hours and then they wouldn't need to hide any thing.
Santana and Britney cuts right in front of them somehow Quinn knew this wasn't going to be pleasant. She wished just for once she sensor everything that comes out of Santana's mouth.
"So Quinn did man hands make your dreams COME true?" Santana said with a smirk and emphasized on the word come. Rachel's eyes widened in embarrassment.
"Santana!" Quinn yelled out.
"Santana said you guys wouldn't know what to do at first but I have faith in you Quinn. Plus you've seen me and Santana a couple times."
"Britney! I absolutely did NOT see anything. I've walked in a few times but I never saw anything." Quinn looks at Rachel cheeks flushed red embarrassed that her friends we're blurting out nonsense. Rachel just giggled and linked her arm with the blondes.
Britney and Santana just looked at each other and shook their heads in unison. They we're in the hallways now surrounded by their peers but no one was close enough to hear their conversation. All the student we're chatting away about their winter vacation, where they went, who they saw and gossiping about the latest hook ups that happened during the break.
"Let's go Q, we're going to be late for first period. I'm sure Smigel can fend for herself." Britney took hold of Quinn's wrist and started walking in the direction of their classroom. Quinn pulls away from her grasp and gives Rachel a tight hug.
"I'll tell San to lay off the names. Your sexy and you drive me crazy with that smile of yours. I'll see you after class." she whispers in Rachel's ear. When she pulls away Rachel smiled and watched her girlfriend take the center spot where she always belonged.
I can't believe I'm dating the head cheerio at McKinley High.
Rachel's first period flew by rather quickly. She turned in her economics project and sat idly waiting for class to end. She thought about texting Quinn but decided against it. Ten minutes before class ends she felt her phone vibrate. When she pulls out her phone Finn's name flashed on her home screen.
Hey Rachel, meet me at the auditorium after your first period class. I wanted to talk to you about something. -Finn
Rachel wondered why Finn needed to speak with her so early in the day and that it couldn't wait until glee.
Okay I'll see you after class. -Rachel
When Rachel stepped out of class Quinn was right outside leaning on the wall hugging her books with a huge smile on her face once she spots the brunette through the stampede of students rushing to get out of class. When Rachel greeted her Quinn leaned forward and hugged the diva. Few students were still getting use to the idea of Quinn and Rachel being friends so some wandering eyes fell on them when Quinn linked arms with Rachel.
"How was class?" Quinn was making small talk.
"It was okay, listen I was actually heading over to the auditorium. Finn wanted to meet me there before class."
Quinn can feel a slight jealousy rising from her stomach. She clenches her jaw at the thought of her girlfriend being alone with her ex boyfriend. Rachel was finding the silence unbearable. She knew Quinn would have a difficult time with her friendship with Finn.
"I don't see why you can't accompany me. He wasn't specific about not bringing anyone." Rachel added to ease Quinn's thoughts. Quinn nods her head still unsure of what to say. Rachel smiles and started walking towards the auditorium.
Rachel knew she needed to lighten the mood so she leans in and whispers in Quinn's ear as they walk. "There's no need for you to be jealous Quinn. I'm all yours and there's no changing my mind on that especially when I saw you walk away from me earlier." Rachel leans closer, her lips almost touching her ear. "The way your hips swayed I couldn't take my eyes off you." Quinn looked beside her and watched Rachel bite her lower lip.
Damn her and her seductive ways, how can she turn my switch on and off just by the way her words. She relaxed herself before entering the auditorium. Because the sight of Finn Hudson trying to weisel his feelings for Rachel was going to make her skin crawl.
As they entered the auditorium Finn was standing in the middle of the stage. Surprised to see Quinn next to Rachel. Quinn unlinked her arm from her girlfriend and watched her go up the stage. Quinn takes a seat and pulls out her cell phone.
I Hate Finn Hudson -Quinn
"I was expecting you to be alone but it doesn't really matter. How was the rest of your weekend? I wasn't sure if I should've called to check up on you. But I'm glad to see that your okay now." Finn was rambling, he always rambled when he felt nervous about something.
"It was a great weekend, recovering from a hangover wasn't the greatest thing but I survived. I don't want to be late for class was there something important you wanted to talk to me about Finn?" Rachel watched him move uncomfortably knowing that Quinn maybe watching them. She wasn't sure if she was but she's positive that Finn was having a difficult time getting the words out knowing that she might over hear thier conversation.
Want me to order a slushie for him? He may be a football star but I have a few friends in the lacrosse team that can put a mark on him today if you want. -S
No, Rachel wouldn't be to happy about that. I just wish that she would tell him she's into girls or something. Just so he can back off. -Q
Daily insults it is for the sasquash then. Look Q, I know how jealous you get and honestly being in a lesbian relationship is tough, jealousy plays a huge factor because not only are you dealing with guys but you have to deal with girls now too. Lucky you Brit is taken and I don't find Berry the least bit attractive. And Finn is more harmless than a baby tadpole trying to grow its legs. -S
Quinn laughed at Santana's text. Rachel and Finn turns to face her and she just smiles and waves at them.
Finn rubs the back of his neck and pulls out a tiny box from his pocket. Rachel's eyes widen at the sight. "I wanted to give it to you at Puck's but with all that's happened and how wasted you got a part of me wanted you to remember who gave it to you." he extends his arm holding the tiny black box in front of her but Rachel was hesitant to accept it. Quinn was at the edge of her seat watching the whole scene play out. She can sense Rachel was uncomfortable but she can't storm up there and cause a scene.
"It's not what your thinking Rach, I found it at that vintage store you've been shopping at when my mom took me with her shopping. I was surprised you haven't bought it. Just open it."
Rachel gently reached for it and when she grazed his fingers something inside Quinn wanted to scream and kill Finn right there. Rachel opens the tiny box and out of sheer shock she leaned forward and gave Finn the most sincerest hug she's ever given to him. She knew the second he wrapped his arms around her that she was going to break his heart.
She went from anger to straight out pissed off watching Finn enjoy his only chance of holding Rachel. She had enough and walked away not wanting to see how long their embrace will take. When Rachel heard the door slam shut she turned around and found the seats empty.
"Thanks Finn, these are really beautiful." Rachel looked at her gold music note earrings and shut the box. "But I can't accept them."
Finn was puzzled hearing Rachel reject his present. He could feel his heart slowly break apart every time she pulls away from him.
"Why not? It's a Christmas present Rachel. You don't have to keep telling me that you need more time. I get it, I just wanted to give you something that I knew you would really like."
Rachel heard the bell informing them that class is starting. She ignores the fact that Finn really doesn't know who she is because she celebrates Hanukah not Christmas.
"I'm late, I'm sorry Finn I really am. But I don't want to make you think by accepting them that there's a slight chance I want more than just a friendship from you. They're beautiful and thank you for thinking of me. But I really need you to know that I don't have any romantic feelings for you any more." she grabs his hand and places the box in his palm. "You're an amazing guy don't ever forget that." Rachel turns her back on him and walks towards the exit. Finn stood in the middle of the stage heart broken.
Rachel couldn't find Quinn during lunch. She looked at all the spots where they shared certain moments but she obviously didn't want to be found. Her car was still parked in the student parking lot but Santana's sadan was gone. She pulls out her cell phone and dial Quinn's number. She waited patiently but after a few rings it goes straight to her voicemail.
"I'm looking every where for you can you please call me back." she hangs up and finds herself walking towards the cafeteria. She quickly spots her glee friends and takes a seat next to Kurt.
"Hey you! Did you recover well?" Kurt leaned a little closer to her.
She's hoping that no one really remembers what happened between her and Quinn at the night of Puck's party. Quinn was only there a few minutes so she hoped that everyone else had gotten drunk enough to forget that she ever showed up. She wouldn't even know how to explain the whole night because it was still a complete blur to her.
"I did actually but a hangover is definitely something that I'll avoid completely the next time I choose to drink." she says with a serious tone.
"I completely agree, so how's Layla? She was a real treat."
Layla hasn't crossed her mind ever since the morning she read her letter informing her about what happened at the party. She was finding Kurt's questions a little annoying her thoughts were filled about her upset girlfriend and Kurt was unaware of how Layla may not be the best topic right now.
"I actually haven't spoken to her since the party. I really should make it a priority to speak with her." she left it at that not wanting to continue the conversation. Kurt looks at Blaine and shrugs. They can sense she was preoccupied with something else.
Lunch was almost over and all she wanted to do was find Quinn and fix this tiny slump. She keeps pulling out her phone to see if she called back but nothing. At least they have third period together and Quinn will have to be there.
When the bell rang she says her goodbyes and started walking towards the girls locker room. When she turns the corner three jocks with lacrosse team stitched to the back of their leatherman's jacket stood in the middle of the hallway. Then all of a sudden all she sees is red, purple and green slushy splashing everywhere. When they walk away laughing she sees Finn wiping his eyes and punched the locker beside him. Rachel ran towards him but when he spots her he just turns around and walks away.
"Finn!" Rachel screams for him but he continues walking picking up the pace so that he wouldn't have to speak to her.
"Finn please!" Rachel manages to catch up to him but he enters the bathroom and the sound of him locking the door stopped her from pursuing him further. She knew if Finn wanted her help he would've stopped when she was calling out to him. She was aware of how much she had hurt him especially today so she decides to leave him alone unless he wanted to talk to her.
As she walks towards the girls locker room she wonders why would the lacrosse team slushy Finn when he's in the in crowd. When she enters the girls locker room Santana, Britney and Quinn was about to exit to the field.
"Quinn?" Rachel calls for her and walks towards the blonde.
"Hey Rach, can I see you outside? I don't want to be late. You should change quickly because I heard Coach Beist was in a bad mood." her voice sounded very distant.
Quinn hated this feeling but avoiding the situation is how the Fabray's handle problems. She didn't know any other way but avoiding it. She wanted to talk to Rachel but she was still pretty upset about the Finn thing. So she walks away and catches up to Britney and Santana.
Rachel was more confused than ever. Why was Quinn acting like this? Where was the girl from this morning. There was no way Finn could get under her skin this easily.
She assured her before meeting with him that she was all hers. Obviously Quinn is still having a hard time believing her. She changes into her p.e. uniform and runs outside she finds a spot in the back and lines up. Luckily coach was just walking out and didn't notice she was a little late falling in line.
Coach announced that in two weeks the first semester will be over. And all she asks from everyone is to show up in those last two weeks. If you cut her class just once she will lower your grade by a hundred percent. Coach Beist had been dating the football coach from a community college next town over. She's been so happy that she's been laid back the last few days before winter break but today she seems different.
"All right I want you guys to run laps all period. You can walk the turns but you have to run the straights. I've been letting you kids slack off so GO!"
Everyone groaned and complained while the holy trinity takes off without complaining since Coach Sylvester makes them run until they puke. She believed it would make them lose weight faster.
Rachel runs behind them a few laps trying to weigh her options on how to deal with her irrational girlfriend. After three laps she finally sprints and catches up to Quinn. She was a little out of breath but kept her pace. Quinn looks over to Rachel but didn't say a word.
"Can I... Talk to you... For a second." Rachel was panting a little. She hated running, she can be in her elliptical for hours but running she absolutely despises. Quinn looks over to Britney and Santana and gives them a look. They both speed up giving them some space so they can talk. They reach the walking part of the track and Rachel was able to catch her breath. Quinn just kept looking forward not really in the mood to have this very private conversation.
"Quinn I know your upset about the hug and Finn giving me a present. But I didn't accept it okay. Not because I knew you wouldn't be happy about it but because if I did accept it he would still think he has a chance at being with me." Quinn was still trying to avoid this conversation because the sight of Finn's face when Rachel hugged him was fueling her anger.
"Did you have to jump into his arms? Was that necessary Rachel? When you knew perfectly well where I was sitting?" Her voice was fierce and hollow. She couldn't stand this, she's never felt so jealous before. Rachel was really getting to her heart and she was frightened of that truth.
Rachel stood in front of Quinn so that she can know how sorry she truly is.
"BERRY! FABRAY! KEEP WALKING!" Coach Beist yells from a far.
Rachel starts walking backwards while Quinn keeps walking. Rachel really is adorable when she's does things like this. Rachel watched Quinn's expression soften as she faces her for the first time. Rachel never really thought about how upset Quinn would get over a hug.
"Your absolutely right, I wasn't thinking clearly about my actions. I should've been more aware of your feelings but you have to understand that this is our first day together. I've never had a relationship where the other person is just as passionate as me."
They were getting a few unwanted stares and eaves droppers from their classmates but Santana and Britney would shoo them away with threats of being slushied if they don't go away. Quinn thought about it and she knew she was over reacting. It was just a meaningless hug, Rachel admitted that she didn't accept the present. She really just wanted Rachel all to herself but knowing that they can't be public about their relationship it would only be fair that other friendships remains the same. And forcing Rachel to break those ties goes against everything she's trying to change about herself in order to make Rachel happy. She'll admit that this relationship is entirely different from her old ones. She would never put herself in this position if it was some random guy.
"Please Quinn, can you forgive me?" Rachel's face was irresistible. Her brown eyes looking straight through her finding her heart and settling its gaze on it. Those soft lips pouting begging to be kissed, licked and bitten on. She couldn't stay mad at her. Especially after all of lunch sitting by a tree out in the field thinking about how silly this whole mess was.
Quinn squints her eyes at the diva, "Fine, just don't do it again. I really don't understand why I got so jealous over nothing. But you have to make it up to me." her smile was misleading.
What could she possibly mean by that?
They start running and manages to catch up with Santana and Britney.
"I see that Berry managed to control you're newly found lesbian jealousy mood swings. Was it easy taming the wild beast inside Quinn, Berry?" Santana laughs seeing how irritated Quinn looked.
"Shut up Santana." Quinn fought back.
"Whoa! Whoa! Whoa! Berry tame your girl, I know a place we're you can get a leash. I think I even have a coupon for it. I'll give it to you after class." Santana started sprinting seeing that Quinn was ready to choke her. Too bad for Quinn Santana can out run her even on a bad day. Rachel watched them run ahead but kept her pace with Britney.
"Are they always like this?"
Britney turns to Rachel surprised. She had no idea Rachel was beside her but she answers her question any way.
"Yeah they have this love hate relationship. They dont ever talk about their emotions but they definitely count on each other when something bad happens."
Rachel looked at Britney amused she's known both girls for a really long time and right now you can tell she'll miss the bond they've shared over the years. Senior year is half way done that leaves five more months until everyone leaves Lima behind them.
Coach Beist whistles everyone to hit the showers because class is over in ten minutes. Quinn and Santana walks back together while Britney and Rachel waits for them by bleachers. They were the last ones to go inside so they took their time walking towards the girls locker room.
Quinn slips her hand underneath the back of Rachel's shirt and draws circles on the soft skin as they walk. Quinn seems like she's a in much better mood. All the students we're inside leaving just the four of them behind. Quinn slows her pace letting Britney and Santana walk ahead of them. Rachel looks at Quinn who kept her gaze straight ahead. Once they they had enough distance from the other two Quinn takes hold of Rachel's side and pulls her closer.
"I'm really sorry I over reacted. It's just when I'm in school I still have this mentality of being the queen bitch that it's hard for me take a step back and realize I don't want to be that girl any more. I want to be the perfect girlfriend for you Rach. But with our current situation its not the easiest thing to do. But I promise I'll try harder okay." she met those brown eyes and gave Rachel a small smile.
This was the Quinn she was falling for, sweet, caring, passionate and understanding. She can't really blame her for acting the way she did. She still has a reputation to uphold and Quinn may still be confused about what she really wants out of this relationship. But Rachel's glad that Quinn is putting in the effort to try and be a better person.
"Thank you Quinn, but I don't want perfect. I just want you and all the crazy you brought along with you." Rachel started to laugh seeing Quinn furrow her brow. Quinn playfully pinches Rachel's side for calling her crazy which caused Rachel to yelp and she pushed Quinn away from her.
"Take it back Rachel or I won't speak to you any more." Quinn threatens.
"That really hurt Quinn." Rachel lifts up her shirt and sees a tiny dot beginning to turn red.
"Take it back."
"Okay I take it back, I want Quinn Fabray, the head cheerio at McKinley high, the queen bee, the most popular..."
Quinn gently pushes Rachel against the wall before they enter the girls locker room. They were face to face, Quinn's hazel eyes were lighter than usual their lips were inches away from one another. Quinn was taking a huge risk doing this but she wanted to get Rachel's attention.
"You want me, just Lucy Quinn Fabray. Those other stuff was the old, immature, lost girl. You found the real me Rachel." Quinn's voice was faint and Rachel can feel each word on her lips as Quinn spoke. Rachel's heart was racing she leans forward to kiss her amazing girlfriend but Quinn pulls away with an evil grin on her face.
"Your not off the hook yet superstar. These lips won't be touching yours until I know you deserve it." Quinn walks inside leaving the diva with a disappointed look on her face.
Rachel's emotions was all jumbled up and Quinn Fabray was punishing her for a meaningless hug. If she wants to play Rachel Berry will play.
After third period all the glee kids were texting each other about what happened to Finn after lunch. Everyone was in a panic, after Coach Beist turned the football team around and actually won a few games Finn has reclaimed his popularity status and he's been untouchable since last year. For him to get slushied was just unheard of and now everyone is on their heels on who will be the next target.
Why out of all us would he get targeted? It just doesn't make any sense. -Mercedes
Seriously, he was the first one this year. None of us hasn't even been slushied. There has to be an explanation. -Artie
Maybe they're just working their way down the ladder. Starting from the most popular to the least. :( -Tina
Rachel received a text from Kurt during her last class asking if she's seen Finn because he wasn't in their third period class today. Kurt heard about the slushy incident but he knew Finn wouldn't ditch class just because of that.
I tried calling and texting but he's not responding. -Kurt
Rachel was beginning to worry when she left Finn he wasn't in the finest shape. Why is this happening to her? she thought. This was her first day at school being with Quinn so why has she spent most of her day with her ex boyfriend?
I'll text him but I doubt he'll want to speak with me after what happened in the auditorium this morning. I'll talk more details in glee about it but I'll let you know if he responds. -Rach
Rachel stared at the blank message trying to figure out what she can say but her mind was coming up blank. How can she reach out to him when he obviously doesn't want it. Maybe she was thinking to much into this, Finn Hudson is a simple guy.
Hi. -Rachel
She presses send and hoped that he'll respond. A two letter greeting was the best she could do. She was usually better at this stuff but Finn is such a sensitive subject and with Quinn giving her a hard time about being friends with him. It was really difficult for her to find some kind of balance between the two. You would think since they went out before this whole situation would be easier since they knew each others past but she was in over her head. A few minutes later Rachel felt her phone vibrate and Finn's name flashed on her screen.
Hey. -Finn
Okay that's a good start. Now what do I say?...
Knowing Finn and his current state of mind the last thing she needed was to say the wrong thing and push him even further.
Do you want talk before glee? - R
Quinn most likely won't be to happy about this but Finn was a huge part of her life once and she can't just turn her back on him. A few minutes later she felt her phone vibrate on her lap.
Yeah same place? -F
Okay, I'll meet you there after class. -R
Maybe if I just tell him the truth he'll have an easier time dealing with all this mess.
She started rubbing her temples hoping to fight away the headache she knew would come once she tells Quinn about another rendezvous with Finn. She's not the type to lie either so just face the truth head on and hope for the best.
Quinn, I have something rather important to tell you. -Rachel
What? You miss my lips all ready? :) -Quinn
Rachel smiled and knew that was entirely true. She looked over at the clock and saw that class will be over in thirty minutes.
Shoot! What am I going to do? I really don't want to upset Quinn.
I miss your lips dearly. But I do have something else to tell you. And it's something I need you to be a little understanding. So please don't get upset. -R
Quinn read and re-read the text trying to force down the sickening feeling rising up from her gut. She knew exactly this was about Finn getting slushied after lunch.
You promised her, you promised you'd try harder.
Okay what is it? -Q
Rachel can tell just reading those four letter words that Quinn was irritated but Finn needed her and she's not the type to turn away when someone close to her needs her help.
Finn got slushied today and he skipped class. I reached out to him and he wants to talk before glee. He's just really hurt Quinn. I'll meet you at glee okay. -R
Okay, I'll see you in glee. -Q
Quinn couldn't help but feel responsible for this second encounter because she was the one that called Santana to put a slushy hit on Finn. Now she's hoping that her irrational thinking doesn't bite her ass if Rachel ever finds out.