Meet me at Breadsticks in 10…we need to talk. Christopher got the text as he was leaving McKinley for the day. "We need to talk…" that could mean anything.
He headed straight to Breadsticks, assuming the worst of course. What if Sam was breaking up with him? After all of those things he said, especially. Did Christopher do something wrong? Is it because of Color Me Mine yesterday?
Christopher thought that Sam had understood that he really couldn't. Did he not believe his story? Christopher's mom actually HAD fallen, and he actually DID have to take her to the Emergency Room. He really wanted to be there for Sam, but his mom had to be more important.
After all, she was family. She would always be there no matter what. Although Sam promised to be too, he was only his boyfriend. Yes, he was the sweetest, funniest, cutest, most awesomest one ever, but we all know how teenage relationships go. All he could hope was that they could get through this, whatever it is.
All of these thoughts banged around in Christopher's mind on his way there. By the time he had arrived, he could barely bring himself to get out of the vehicle. He was absolutely scared to death of losing Sam, especially because their relationship had been going so well. Then again, when things are going well is probably when you should be the most careful.
Especially when you're a teenager, it's like one minute everything is fine and the next your whole world is in a tailspin. It seems that way sometimes anyway.
He walked into the restaurant and spotted Sam easily. He was looking at the menu, a fairly serious look on his face. That intensified Christopher's worry. Nevertheless, he walked over there and sat across from him in the booth.
"Hey," Sam said, his face brightening up a bit.
"Hello to you to," Christopher replied almost automatically. He felt a little relieved seeing Sam's expression brighten up some.
"I'm sorry this is so sudden, it's not really like me to do things like this," Sam began, "But I was up all night last night thinking about you and I have some things I need to say."
"Okay, you know I'm always here to listen to you. About absolutely anything, even if it's something bad."
"Yeah, I know-"
"Excuse me? May I start you guys off with some drinks?" their tall, tan, blond waitress interjected.
"Yeah, I'll just have some water," Sam replied.
"Yeah, same," Christopher replied also.
"Okay, and are you ready to order yet?"
"Um, not right now. We'll just eat our breadsticks for now, but if we need anything else we'll let you know," Sam replied.
"Okay, well, enjoy your breadsticks!" she replied cheerily and walked off to take more orders.
"Sorry, so as I was saying, I know that. That's why I did this. I don't want there to be any big problems between us. No secrets, no lies, no cheating. I want us both to feel safe and happy in this relationship," Sam began, "Because, frankly, I'm in love with you Christopher. I love you more than anybody else in this world. You're so cute and smart and funny and adorable in every way and you have an amazing singing voice. I love everything about you, and I'm scared to death of ever losing you to anybody, especially because of Santana and Quinn. After them, it's hard for me to trust any girl, or guy in this case, that I date. I trust you though, and that scares me. That's why we're here. I want to make sure you're all mine; I need you to be. You're the best thing that's happened to me in a long time."
"Wow Sam, I don't even know what to say except…I feel exactly the same way about you, and I won't hurt you like that. I don't think I ever could. There's nobody else, you're my first and my true love in this world. I don't know what I'd do without you. I love you," the reply came.
"Thank God," Sam replied, along with a sigh of relief, "I love you too." Sam climbed into the other side of the booth, right next to Christopher, and they kissed. "Now I know that no matter what happens… I'll always have you," he finished with a smile.
Ring! Christopher's phone rang.
"Hey Brookey, what's up?" he answered.
"Are you auditioning for the solo at Sectionals?" her voice replied.
"Yeah, how about you?"
"Yep."
"Looks like we'll be competing again then, eh Brookey?"
"Mhmm, and I'm going to beat you, once again!"
"Is that a challenge?"
"You know it!" she replied with a laugh.
"You're on!"
"Awesome! So what song are you thinking of doing?"
"Hey, don't be trying to cheat now!" Christopher said, trying not to laugh.
"I'm not! I was just curious!" she replied defensively.
"I know, I know. Calm down Brookey. I don't know, I haven't thought too much about it yet. I've been distracted with Sam stuff. Well, you know how it is future Mrs. Hummel!" he said teasingly.
"Kurt and I are just friends Christopher! Best friends even, but you know we're not dating. We've all ready went over this a dozen times!" she replied, feigning anger.
"Geez, you know I'm just messin' with ya!"
"Yes, I know Christo," she replied, sticking her tongue out at the phone.
"Anyway, have you decided what song you're doing?"
"Not yet, I've been thinking about it though. We had better get on it soon, tryouts are in just a few days!"
"I know, who else do you think will be competing? I mean, I know I am and you are and so is Sam."
"Really? That's great! Well there's us three and Kurt. He said Santana, Rachel, and Mercedes probably will try out too. Brittany mentioned something about wanting the solo, but I don't about her for sure. I doubt Quinn, Puck, or Zizes will. Mike for sure won't, and I'm not sure about Tina. Did I forget anybody?"
"Yeah there's Finn, who might because he's the male lead. Artie also, but I don't think he will. Now I think we got everybody. So it looks like we're gonna have some really good competition! That's awesome!"
"Yeah, I hope I win!"
"I'm sure you will. I mean, I want to win, but you're probably the best singer of us all. I think you might even be better than Rachel! And even though she's full of herself, she is still really good."
"So are all of the Glee Club members though."
"Yeah, but I know you can win! One of us should, it would show them that we really deserve to be in the club. It'll give them respect for us. That's why we need to write that song! We need it to be perfect too."
"You're right Christopher! We gotta get practicing for that solo, and we gotta get writing that song!"
"So what are we waiting for? Let's get to it then!"
"Okay guys, everybody ready for auditions?" Mr. Schue asked everyone who showed up to the Sectionals audition.
"Yeah!" they all replied.
"Okay, first up is Rachel Berry!" he announced, and everyone clapped.
"Hey everybody, before I start I'd just like to say that I hope I win this solo because I really think I deserve it. Anyway, I'll be doing 'No Good Deed' from Wicked."
Fiyero!
Elaka nahmen nahmen
Ah tum ah tum elaka nahmen
Elaka nahmen nahmen
Ah tum ah tum elaka nahmen
Let his flesh not be torn
Let his blood leave no stain
Though they beat him
Let him feel no pain
Let his bones never break
And however they try
To destroy him
Let him never die:
Let him never die:
Rachel sings the song to completion.
"Amazing job Rachel! I think that was one of your best yet. I think you have a real shot at winning this," Mr. Schue said, "wonderful job, I'm very proud of you!"
"Thank you Mr. Schue!" Rachel replied enthusiastically as she walked off the stage.
"Next up is Kurt Hummel!" Mr. Schue announced.
"Hello everybody, I will be singing 'The Name of the Game' from Mamma Mia!"
I've seen you twice
In a short time
Only a week since we started
It seems to me
For every time
I'm getting more open-hearted
Your smile and the sound of your voice
And the way you see through me
Got a feeling, you give me no choice
But it means a lot to me
So I wanna know
What's the name of the game?
Does it mean anything to you?
What's the name of the game?
Can you feel it the way I do?
Kurt sings the rest of the song, and his performance is full of power and energy. He glances at Brooke every once in awhile while he singing, and every time he does, she blushes. He finishes with a huge smile on his face, knowing he had to have nailed it.
"Woah Kurt, I was blown away by your performance! Absolutely astounding! Seeing how you guys have grown over the last couple of years makes me so happy! You definitely have a good shot at winning the solo," Mr. Schue stated.
"Thank you Mr. Schue," Kurt replied simply as he exited the stage, trying to look professional and hiding his elation.
Next up was Santana, and she sang another Amy Winehouse song, Brittany did a Britney Spears song, Mercedes did Urethra Franklin, and Christopher did "Judas" by Lady Gaga. They all performed spectacularly, making the decision that much more difficult.
"Okay, last but not least is Brooke Anderson!" Mr. Schue announced.
"Hey everybody, I'll be doing the song 'Beth' by KISS."
Beth, I hear you callin'
But I can't come home right now
Me and the boys are playin'
And we just can't find the sound
Just a few more hours
And I'll be right home to you
I think I hear them callin'
Oh, Beth what can I do
Beth what can I do
Whispers began to echo throughout the Glee club members. She was amazing, beyond words amazing. Everyone who auditioned began to worry that she might win it.
You say you feel so empty
That our house just ain't a home
And I'm always somewhere else
And you're always there alone
Just a few more hours
And I'll be right home to you
I think I hear them callin'
Oh, Beth what can I do
Beth what can I do
Silence. They were all in awe of her voice.
Beth, I know you're lonely
And I hope you'll be alright
'Cause me and the boys will be playin'
All night
Her voice echoed throughout the auditorium as she finished. She was simply beautiful up there, and her face was beaming with happiness.
"Wow Brooke, I don't even have words to describe your performance. That's how amazing it was," Mr. Schue said, awe-stricken.
Christopher stood up first and began to clap. Kurt next, and then the rest of the Glee club followed suit. The cheering grew louder and louder, and everyone was shouting her name. Everyone except Rachel, who was jealous beyond words. How could this new girl come in here and show her up like this?
She had a lot of respect for her though. She was beyond good, maybe even better than Sunshine. For that reason, she clapped and cheered along. She knew better than to push her away. Last time, when she did it with Sunshine, she ended up leaving for Vocal Adrenaline.
They needed Brooke, and she intended to do whatever it would take to keep her on their team. Anything that wouldn't jeopardize her career, of course. In fact, she was planning to use her to help her career along.
Everyone ran up to congratulate Brooke on a job well done.
"Well I think we have a winner, am I right?" Mr. Schue said.
Everyone cheered in agreement, even Rachel.
"Congratulations Brooke! You get the solo for Sectionals!"
"Thank you guys so much! You have no idea how much this means to me! I'm SO happy!" Brooke exclaimed, overjoyed.
"You were astounding up there Brooke, I was beyond jealous!" Kurt exclaimed.
"Thank you so much Kurt," she replied, hugging him. Suddenly, she couldn't help feeling like she loved him, "Kurt?"
"Yes Brooke?" he inquired.
"I love you," she said, right before she kissed him.
so we have some interesting storylines developing here, huh? Keep reading, only one more chapter! Next chapter is Sectionals! Again, thanks so much for reading and reviewing :)
I do not own any Glee characters, references, etc used in my story. Neither do I own any song lyrics used through chapter 5.