A/N: here's the next chapter. Not too happy with how it turned out. let me know what you think! Enjoy!

Chapter 3

Quinn ran out of the classroom as fast as she could and didn't stop until she reached her bedroom. Dropping her bag by the door, she fell onto her bed and allowed the tears to flow. She couldn't believe what she just did. She kissed Rachel Berry. Love of her life. But most importantly, Charlie's girlfriend! She just got home and already she was screwing everything up. Shaking her head, she hated herself for kissing Rachel and possibly ruining their lifetime friendship, breaking Charlie's trust in a heartbeat.

Sitting up, Quinn heard the front door close and footsteps climbing the staircase. Looking at her clock, she saw that it was too early for her mother to be home and knew that it was Charlie. Rachel probably told her what happened and now she was her to kill her twin and make it look like an accident. Slowly the door creaked open and low and behold, Charlie stood before Quinn and walked up to her sister. "Hey," Charlie said as she sat beside Quinn.

"Hi." Quinn wiped the tears away and pulled her lower lip between her teeth, nibbling gently on it.

"Rachel told me what happened." Quinn remained silent. "Look, I know that I haven't been as close to her as you have your entire life and with everything that happened to you… Do you still love her?"

"Yes. I still love her. But Charlie she loves you and I'm fine with that."

"Do I have to fight you for her?"

Sighing, Quinn shook her head. "No. You guys belong together." With those words, a tear trailed down her cheek, but thankfully Charlie didn't see her wipe it away. "It won't happen again."

Rachel sat on her bed flipping through an old photo album when a knock came from her door. Closing the book full of memories with Quinn, she said, "Come in." It was Charlie and Rachel noticed a look in her eyes that made her worry. "Char, what's up? You seem distressed."

Sighing, Charlie sat down on the bed besides Rachel and brought her in for a kiss. It was sweet and short. Pulling away, she took her hand and started rubbing circles over her skin. "I love you Rachel, you know that right?"

She was quick to answer. "Of course, I do. I love you too." Charlie gave a small nod. "Charlie, what is it?"

"Do you? Love me? Or is it Quinn you see every time you see me?"

"What? This is about Quinn? Charlie, look at me… That kiss meant nothing. You're the one I want to be with. Not Quinn. You. I love you." Standing up, Charlie began pacing around the room. Rachel got up and grabbed her arms forcing her to turn around and look at the small brunette.

Tears were refusing to fall out of her green eyes. "Look me in the eye and tell me you love me more than you love Quinn."

Rachel froze. She couldn't lie to Charlie about her feelings for Quinn. Her heart has always belonged to Quinn, ever since she was six. Quinn was her best friend, the only one who stood up to the bullies for her. She couldn't help it but when she dated Charlie, it was Quinn who she pictured when they were kissing.

"I can't…" Rachel said as tears silently made their way down her cheeks.

Nodding sadly, Charlie stared into her brown orbs and said, "I loved you, more than anything. So if you've ever loved me, promise me something… Take good care of Quinn. She's been through a lot, so just take good care of her. Okay?"

"I'm so sorry, Charlie. I didn't mean to hurt you…"

"It's okay, Rach." She reached out and wiped her tears off her cheeks. She then leaned in and placed a chaste kiss to her lips. "I'll see you around, Rachel." She then walked out the door.

Charlie turned to her sister and pulled her closer to her. She then whispered into her ear, "I broke up with Rachel, Quinn. She loves you, you know. I want you to be happy, Q, just as much as you want me to be happy. And if Rachel makes you happy, then you deserve her."

"Charlie…"

"It's my turn to make sacrifices for you, Quinn. Besides, it was always you and Rachel. Don't worry about me, I'll find someone else. But your heart has belonged to Rachel since you met her."

Quinn placed a soft kiss on Charlie's cheek and said, "I love you. But I don't want to sacrifice your love for hers. You mean more to me, than Rachel. You're my little sis."

"By two minutes."

"Still."

"Quinn, it's okay, I'll still love you, just the same. I promise."

The next day, Quinn made her way to her locker, the student body not paying any attention to the Fabray twin. She entered her combination and retrieved the needed books for class when she felt someone approaching her. Turning around, she saw a blonde boy with cute lips and a smile present. "You must be Quinn," he said as he extended his hand. "I'm Sam."

"Nice to meet you," she smiled as she took his hand and shook it.

"So are you into Rachel too?"

"What? Where did you hear that?"

"Well, I just figured that since Charlie is dating her, that maybe you were into her as well. I apologize."

"No, it's alright. Yeah I am. And Charlie isn't dating her anymore. They, uh, broke up."

"So do you know if she's seeing anyone else?"

"No. Are you into her?"

He smiled shyly and looked away, that motion telling her everything. Quinn grinned and said, "She likes Lilies and has a thing for Starbursts."

Suddenly she was pulled in a hug and Sam said, "Thank you so much, you just became my best friend."

"Whatever. She has a free period in next hour." Next thing she knew he was off yelling a thanks over his shoulder.

Sighing, Quinn made her way down the hallway and as she passed the choir room she heard music and a voice that the angels would be jealous of. Backing up, she peered through the window and saw Rachel sitting at the piano and singing a melody. From her spot at the door, she could see that the brunette was upset and she instantly felt guilty for being the cause of it. Taking a deep breath, she opened the door and approached the small singer.

"Rachel?" She said, her voice quiet and soft, not wanting to disrupt the diva.

Facing the blonde, Rachel saw the worry and sadness that was present. "Hey Quinn," she muttered.

Sitting down she gently took the brunette's hand and brushed a stray hair out of her eyes. "I'm sorry, Rachel. For everything. Maybe I shouldn't have come back; after all, I've just been ruining your life."

"Is that what you think? Charlie breaking up with me was your fault?"

"Wasn't it? I haven't seen her happier than when she was with you, and now that I'm back, she hasn't been herself. And I know it's because of me. So just tell me, Rachel. Did she break up with you because of me?"

"Not exactly, Quinn…" Taking a deep breath and steadying the tears in her eyes, Rachel said, "She asked if I pictured you when I kissed her, if I loved you more than her."

"What did you say?"

"I'm not a liar, Quinn and I didn't want to hurt her more. But I did. And that's why we broke up. I couldn't lie to her and tell her that I loved her more than I loved you. Because for me it's always been you; Quinn Fabray, the older, protective Fabray."

Looking into her eyes, Quinn bit her lip and slowly shook her head. "I love you too, Rachel. More than you know, but I can't do that to Charlie. I'm sorry, but I can't, not at the expanse of my sister's love and trust for me. You two just broke up and I don't want to rub it in her face. I'm sorry. Maybe soon, but not now."

"I understand, Quinn. You love Charlie, and are willing to do anything for her, that's what I love about you. You do anything to protect those close to your heart. I respect that. Can we still be friends, like before?" She asked hopefully.

"Of course, Rachel." She smiled as Rachel flung her arms around her neck and hugged her tight.

Who knows, maybe things will start to look up for Quinn? She only hoped they did.

A/N: Not sure what's going to happen next. so it might be awhile before the next update. requests on what you'd like to see happen? REVIEW! :)