Apologies, I know it has been a while since I last updated… I got married, went to NYC (seen Sardie's so exciting, amongst other iconic places) and then had a special birthday so it has been rather hectic in my life, but I've never stopped thinking about how and where I want this story to go, so I hope that you enjoy this update.

As always, I only own the main original characters. Any Glee characters are owned by Ryan Murphy.

It took a few hours of checks, ensuring that Finn was responding well to the tests, treatment and he was. All the family darted straight to the hospital once they received Rachel's text. They were patiently and impatiently waiting on getting in to Finn's room to speak to him. Carol was watching through the glass and Finn noticed. He gave his mom a small smirk which she returned.

Eventually when they were allowed in Finn's room, they heard the doctor tell Finn that all his results appeared to be normal and that he could go home once he had his discharge letter. Everyone let out a huge sigh of relief.

Of course, everyone had a million and one questions for Finn, but they didn't want to overwhelm him since he could get home. Dropping Finn and Rachel off at Finn's apartment, Burt, Carol and Kurt said they would see him at Christmas. Finn struggled with the stairs due to his broken leg, but Rachel stayed by his side until he made it to the apartment door.

As Rachel opened the door, Finn looked nervously in and he shook his head. Why was he feeling nervous about being home? Something wasn't sitting right with him, but he just couldn't explain it. Rachel took his bag to the bedroom and came back to the living room where Finn had sat down on the couch.

"Can I get you anything Finn?" asked Rachel softly.

"Uhm, no thanks babe, I..." Finn replied almost sadly.

Rachel sat next to him and placed her hand on his thigh. He took her hand gently and let out a small sigh.

"I'm just a bit overwhelmed to be fair." Finn continued to talk. "I know how close I came to die; how close I came to lose it all. But it wasn't my fault babe. I just wanted to protect Chelsea from that maniac mounting the pavement and coming at us."

"No one said it was your fault Finn. You done a heroic thing and Chelsea and her mom will be forever grateful that you were there. I'm forever grateful that you woke up. I imagined my life without you Finn and I don't want to imagine that again." Responded Rachel.

Finn looked at Rachel with sad eyes. She touched his face gently and placed a small kiss on his lips. "You, Finn Hudson, are not only my hero, but others too. I know it will take time for you to readjust especially with a broken leg, but I am here for you. I am going nowhere."

Christmas came and went and although they all had fun spending time with each other, Rachel expressed her concern to Carol about how Finn was coping after the accident. She didn't divulge that they hadn't been the same since the accident, but she was more concerned about how Finn was coping with the situation.

So as the new year came closer, Finn was always one to join the crowds in the busy street of Times Square. He loved bringing in the new year and wishing complete strangers all the best for the year to come. But this year, he wanted to stay home. Rachel was slightly concerned but at the same time, a little grateful that they could bring in the new year as a couple and make promises to Finn that she had floating about in her head.

As they stood together looking out of Finn's apartment window, watching the celebratory fireworks of the new year, Rachel gently placed her head on Finn's shoulder. Finn smiled to himself. He knew he had been distant since his hospital discharge, but Rachel had been his absolute rock.

"Happy new year Rachel." Whispered Finn.

Rachel looked up and smiled. "Happy new year Finn. But your starting to look uncomfortable with standing up with your crutches, we've seen the fireworks, so if you want to go to bed or stay up and watch a movie or whatever, I'm going to join you no matter what."

"Well, a movie sounds good." Replied Finn.

"You go, and rest and I will make us both some hot chocolate and some popcorn and join you in a moment." Rachel responded.

Finn watched Rachel disappear to the kitchen as he sat down on the couch. He missed her. Finn was arguing with himself in his head about how distant he had been, how Rachel supported him no matter what and he barely said thank you out loud.

Rachel returned with the two hot chocolates and sat them on the coffee table next to Finn. She was about to walk away to get the popcorn when Finn reached out and grabbed her hand, pulling her back, losing her balance slightly and she landed on Finn's lap. He smiled and kissed her deeply. His tongue searching for hers and for hers to respond.

"I love you Rachel, I just need you to know that. That I have appreciated everything you have done for me, for what you are going to do for me." Said Finn almost solemnly. But before Rachel could respond, Finn's lips met hers again, softly, tenderly and his hands searching her body.

Rachel was savoring every moment. She missed this side of Finn. She longed for him so much but wanted to give him space to recover from everything that happened. Rachel then found herself straddling Finn and kissing him deeply.

"I love you too Finn." Said Rachel happily.

"Then babe, why don't we forget the hot chocolate, the popcorn and just head to bed. I have a gorgeous girlfriend that I have missed so much, and I think it's about time she seen exactly how much." Grinned Finn.

Rachel then slipped off Finn and helped him to his feet.

"Well you might not be able to with that leg…." Said Rachel sexily, "but I'm sure your gorgeous girlfriend wouldn't mind taking charge for a change." With giving Finn a sexy smile and a cheeky wink they both went to bed.

Several days later, their happiness was strained. It wasn't the fact that they didn't love one another, they did. Finn's struggles became all to real, even in his sleep which he was lashing out. He didn't know this until Rachel told him.

So, with a big heart to heart, a discussion with the family, tears, heartbreak and a huge decision, Finn decided to get himself checked in to rehab. He was adamant that he needed to face his demons that stem from the accident and he didn't want to jeopardize everything he and Rachel had come through to put a strain on their relationship. So, with that, Finn was checked in to rehab for a 90 day program so they could work on all aspects of his mental health.

Next chapter: Finn returns, has everything changed?