Sam rolled over on the bed and opened her eyes. Kurt had noticed she was having trouble sleeping on the couch, so he kindly offered his bed to her. There was something about Kurt that drew Sam in. Maybe it was just their old connection. Maybe it was his interesting feminine vibe. Sam didn't know, but she sure did enjoy Kurt's friendship. I could definitely live here awhile, Sam thought as she streched and turned on her side to face where the couch was.

"Kurt. You awake?" Sam said softly.

"Hello. I couldn't sleep all night."

"I'm sorry!" Sam apologized.

"Don't worry about it," Kurt said groggily and immediately fell off of the couch to the floor.

"Oh lord. Are you okay?" Sam jumped out of the bed and helped Kurt off the floor.

"Ahhhh…everything hurts, Sam…" Kurt was rubbing his shoulders.

"Here, sit down on the bed," Sam directed, and sat behind him. She gently started to massage his shoulders and back.

"Ouch," Kurt winced when she touched a part that especially hurt.

"Just relax," Sam said soothingly and worked her massage around his whole back. When she was done, Kurt turned around and they were immediately face to face. Kurt could feel Sam's breath on him.

"You're amazing. Thanks," Kurt said, as his breath was slowly taken away and he couldn't seem to speak a word.

"Something my dad taught me," Sam replied nonchalantly.

"No. Not just the massage. Your everything. You're just all around amazing. I'm glad that you moved here." Kurt and Sam hadn't moved, they were still face to face. "You know something?" Kurt said.

"What?" Sam whispered.

"You're even beautiful in the morning."

Sam was deeply touched by what Kurt had said. She had never felt this way before. She was never really close to anyone so…feminine. But she liked it. "My dad always said that. He would always sing to me in the morning. I miss him so much. I feel like the music is gone with me and my mom. I feel…obligated to use my voice for something. Something so we can all remember my dad."

"Well I don't know what to say. I'm sorry I can't help you," Kurt replied.

"Maybe you can."

Will Schuster stood in front of the students and called the glee club to order.

"Now, we have a new member of our glee club!" Will said excitedly.

"WHAT? Who?" Rachel Berry stood up, irritated. "All glee club new additions have to be approved by me, that's why I'm the PRESIDENT of the glee club!"

"Rachel, I never gave you that kind of authority," Will explained. Just then Sam slowly strolled into the room.

"Hey…I'm Sam…?" Sam said awkwardly. Everyone was staring at her, especially Rachel, who was glaring at her.

"She didn't even audition," Rachel whined.

"Oh, don't worry. She'll audition," Will said. "But of course she'll get in, don't you remember the rule?"

"Anyone who auditions gets into New Directions," Rachel pouted. "Fine."

"So what are you going to sing for us, Sam?" Will smiled warmly.

"Um…I'm going to sing a song called 'Chasing Pavements' by Adele…" Sam trailed off.

"Alright, whenever you're ready," Will sat down.

Kurt gave her a thumbs up. "Rock it," he mouthed as the piano began.

I've made up my mind,
Don't need to think it over
If I'm wrong, I am right
Don't need to look no further,
This ain't lust
I know this is love
But, if I tell the world
I'll never say enough
'cause it was not said to you
And that's exactly what I need to do
If I end up with you.

Sam began to lose herself in the song. She had picked it specifically because of the lyrics. As she began the chorus everyone was entranced by her voice.

Should I give up,
Or should I just keep chasin' pavements?
Even if it leads nowhere
Or would it be a waste
Even if I knew my place
Should I leave it there
Should I give up,
Or should I just keep chasin' pavements
Even if it leads nowhere?

I build myself up
And fly around in circles
Waitin' as my heart drops
And my back begins to tingle
Finally, could this be it
Or should I give up
Or should I just keep chasin' pavements
Even if it leads nowhere?

Sam eased into the last note and everyone immediately applauded. Kurt had a huge smile on his face.

"Welcome to New Directions," Mr. Schuster announced contently.

As Sam was congratulated, Rachel stood to the side of everyone, hands folded across her chest, with a huge frown on her face.