Disclaimer: I do not own Glee or My Man

Oh my man I love him so
He'll never know
All my life is just despair
But I don't care
When he takes me in his arms
The world is bright, alright

What's the difference if I say
I'll go away
When I know I'll come back
On my knees someday
Oh whatever my man is
I am his forever more

Rachel sang the last notes of 'My Man' and poured all of her soul into them. She finally made it. After all these years she finally got her shot. Broadway. Now, after a year, Funny Girl was coming to an end. Her eyes watered as she thought about her journey here. It was unbelievable. She looked out into the audience and the room erupted into applause, a standing ovation. She tried to make out Finn in the audience but the stage lights blinded her vision. She knew he was here though, he came to every show. The whole cast bowed and when they finished she took center stage.

"Thank you all so much for coming," the audience quieted down as she began speaking. "it has been an amazing journey and all of us have come so far. If you told me a year ago that I, a bartender who only had hopes and dreams of performing, would be casted as the lead role in the revival of Funny Girl, I would have shook my head in disbelief.
Now, all I can do is thank my director Jenny and all the hard work she put into making this a great show. I also want to thank my cast mates. They are the best you can ask for. I would also like to thank my wonderful boyfriend who has put up with all my drama since high school, and my lovely family. My high school glee club should also be thanked because they have all been so supportive. Thank you all again and have a great night!" she waved goodbye as another standing ovation occurred. She went to we dressing room and removed her mic when there was a light tap on the door. She opened it to see her 6'3" boyfriend holding a large batch of roses. He leaned over and she kissed him softly.

"You were stunning, as usual. This was my favorite performance." Finn gushed as he entered the dressing room.

"Thanks! I didn't see you in the front row." she pouted. He pulled her to his chest and chuckled.

"How about I make it up to you? I have two surprises for you." her eyes lit up.

"What are they?" she jumped up and down.

"Hold on," he left the dressing room and she took a deep breath. She knew he was going to purpose. She knew tonight was the night. He came back in the room and her heart went wild. "I wanted to give you something, since it's your last show." he motioned to the door and she screamed in delight as her fathers entered. Following them was Carole, Burt and Andrea. Rachel began crying as Will and Emma Schuester came close behind. Soon, the entire Glee Club made their way into the tiny dressing room. She went around to each person. She hugged Quinn and Noah, back from their honeymoon. Next came a very pregnant Tina and Mike, who was holding Tina protectively. She squealed as Sam spun her around and kissed her on the cheek. She pulled Mercedes into a crushing hug, only to then see her engagement ring. Kurt stood patiently as he waited for her attention and she gave him a big kiss on the cheek while also pulling Blaine in for one as well. Brittany sat on Artie's lap, her hand resting on her not-so-noticeable baby bump. She even hugged Santana as she stood near the door and then made her way back to Finn. He pulled her to him and she looked at everyone in the room.

"It's so good to see you all!" Her eyes began to water.

"You better not cry Berry. I really don't want any tears." she rolled her eyes at Noah and Finn chuckled softly.

"Shut it Puckerman." everyone in the room chuckled and Finn kissed the top of her head.

"I still have one more surprise Rachel," her heart began to beat wildly as she turned to face him, not missing the grin that room over Kurt's face. He pulled a black velvet box and her breath hitched. He handed it to her and she held her breath as she opened it. Her heart dropped as she didn't see a engagement ring, but instead a silver bracelet. She pulled it out and noticed the charms on it. "It's a charm bracelet. I already put a few charms on, a football, a microphone and a gold star. You can put whatever charms you want on it, but I was thinking that every time your in a show, you can put on another gold star." he looked at her as she looked at the gift.

"I love it." she looked up at him and smiled.

"Really?"

"Really." he leaned over and kissed her. They broke apart when someone, Noah, coughed uncomfortably. Finn chuckled against her lips.

"So," Rachel lightly changed the subject. "Where is everyone staying?"

"Tina and I are staying with Artie and Brittany. We're spitting the cost of a hotel. Plus, when I'm forced to go out and buy stuff for her cravings, I'll have someone to go with me." Mike looked at his wife and she smiled.

"Sam and I are staying with Kurt and Blaine, seeming as though we don't live in Brooklyn anymore." Sam kissed Mercedes's cheek as she rolled her eyes. Rachel laughed as she leaned into Finn.

"I am staying with my Aunt. She lives a little bit from here." Santana replied.

"Burt, Andy and I are staying with your dads." Carole spoke to her son and girlfriend.

"We unfortunately can't stay," Will began. "Emma and I need to get back. We left the baby with my parents and they can't watch her all weekend." Rachel nodded knowingly.

"The Puckermans' are staying with you guys!" Noah pumped his fist in the air. Somethings just don't change.

"What time is the game on Sunday Finn?" Carole asked as she picked up a very tired Andy.

"Two," Rachel looked at him, confused. "I invited everyone to the Super Bowl game on Sunday. Since I'm in it and all." she smiled. She should have known everyone would want to see Finn play football as well.

"Well, we are going to go back to the hotel. You're sister is exhausted! I love you Finny," she kissed Finn on the cheek. "I love you Rachel. Great job tonight!" she kissed Rachel as well.

"Love you too Carole. Thank you." she gave the woman a smile before the Hummel family left. Soon, everyone slowly began making their way to the different places they were staying. She kissed Finn goodbye as he left to go let Quinn and Noah into the apartment. Kurt agreed to stay with her and went to see Blaine off. She made her way to the huge mirror in the corner of the room and sat down dejectedly. Kurt entered and came up behind her.

"What's wrong diva?" he asked as she sighed.

"I thought Finn was going to propose tonight." she whispered. Kurt's eyes widened. She turned to face him.

"Oh." he squeaked out. Her eyes narrowed.

"What are you not telling me?" he bit his lip and suddenly became very interested in the different makeup spread throughout the table.

"I don't know what your talking about." she scoffed at him.

"Kurt. We have been best friends since junior year. I think I know when you are holding something back. You've never been able to hold back a secret. So spill." Kurt's widened in fear.

"I-I can't! Rachel just shut up and stop asking questions. It's for your own good! Now hurry up and get changed so we can leave." with that he fled the room quickly. She sighed before getting changed.

"Finn! She knows something's up!" Kurt spit into the phone.

"Shit! You didn't tell her anything did you?" Kurt could see the worried expression on his face.

"No! It was so hard though! She's my best friend and I tell her everything." he paced back and forth in the lobby of the building.

"Good. I swear Kurt, you can't say anything!"

"What happened! You were supposed to do it tonight!"

"I chickened out! I don't know Kurt. Maybe we're not ready for this." Kurt rolled his eyes.

"Shut up. You both are more than ready. You better hurry up, though."

"I'll do it when I want to Kurt." Kurt turned to see Rachel walking towards them.

"Who are you talking to?" she asked. He panicked.

"Carole! I'm talking to Carole. Umm...Bye Carole! I have to go!"

"What the hell dude! What are you-" Finn was saying.

"Bye Carole! Rachel's here. I. Have. To. Go." Kurt said through his teeth before hanging up. Rachel looked at him oddly and he quickly launched into telling her how amazing she was. Thankfully, she began telling him how she was feeling. He barely listened as he helped her carry her stuff and hailed a cab. His idiot brother better propose soon because he didn't know how much longer he could hold this in.

It's a cold day on Sunday February 6 as Rachel puts on her New York Giants jersey. It falls just a little below her butt and makes her seem much shorter than she is. She pulls on a pair of jeans and throws on her pink tennis shoes. She puts on her Finn necklace and the new charm bracelet. She looks at herself in the mirror, turning slightly to see the 'Hudson' on the back. She wants more than anything to have that last name and she really hopes Finn wants her to have it as well. She looks in the mirror and smiles when she sees him leaning against the door frame. She turns around and smiles shyly.

"Aren't you going to tell me how pretty I look?" he gives her his crooked smile and walks swiftly to her.

"You look absolutely stunning." he whispers against her lips. She grabs the back of his neck and pulls him in for a kiss. Reluctantly, she pulls away. She glances at the clock by the bedside. She sighs.

"You have to go." she whines. He glances at the clock as well. It's 11 and he has to be there by 11:30.

"I wish I didn't have to. I wish I could stay with you all day." she smiled.

"You have a Super Bowl to win." he chuckles.

"I guess your right. Who's picking you up?"

"Kurt. He will be here at 12:45." he nods. She gives him one last kiss as he heads out. She walks back over to her mirror, picking up the picture of her and Finn. Kurt took it when they graduated college. She was looking at him with a huge smile and he was looking at her. She kissed the picture before placing it back on the mirror. She grabbed her coat and went into the living room. Turning on the news, she sat on the couch and barely paid attention. At 12:30, there was a knock on the door. She got up and opened it, allowing Kurt to enter.

"What are you wearing?" He asks her and she looks down at her outfit.

"We are going to a football game, you know." she looked at his (expensive) outfit and laughed. He scowled at her before pulling her into a hug.

"What was that for?" she asked when he let her go. He smoothed down his outfit.

"Am I not allowed to hug my best friend?" he asked.

"It was just unexpected." he shrugged. She grabbed her coat, sliding it on as she locked the apartment door. As they got into the taxi, she began talking animatedly to Kurt. They arrived at 1:15 and made their way into the private section of the stadium. They entered the medium room to see all their friends already there. She hugged everyone again, loving the fact that they were all here. She was even happy Santana was here.

"What is everyone doing now? I didn't get to ask on Friday." Rachel asked as they all got ready for the game.

"I help kids who question their sexuality. I live in Dayton now with my girlfriend of 3 years." Santana spoke first and Rachel smiled at the Latino.

"I got a job helping kids in wheelchairs in San Francisco. Brittany and I already bought our house. We are moving in May." Artie looked at his wife with so much love.

"I plan on doing something that has to do with dancing." Brittany stroked Artie's hair.

"I'm opening a dance studio in Columbus." Mike stated.

"I'm a high school teacher. I am working on getting a Glee Club together." Tina smiled, rubbing her stomach.

"Mercedes and I decided to stay in Lima. I'm working as a fireman and she is a wedding planner." Sam replies as he kissed Mercedes on the cheek.

"Q and I decided we wanted to stay in Lima for a long time. Her law firm really took off and I enjoy being a carpenter. We even started talking about having a few rascals." everyone congratulated Noah and Quinn. Rachel smiled at the girl who was now her best friend.

"For all you who don't know, my fashion line is in the process of going in stores. Blaine is directing a lot of children's theater and we are as happy as can be." Kurt gushed. Blaine threw an arm over Kurt's shoulder, chuckling as Kurt went on. Rachel looked around at all her friends. She could finally call them friends. Senior year had changed everything. She became friends with almost everyone in Glee Club. After they won nationals senior year, it brought everyone closer and they actually became popular. She smiles as everyone laughs at something Kurt said. She looks at her phone and realizes the game starts in 5 minutes. She tells everyone and they all make their way to the outside patio part to watch. As the giants enter, she screams and cheers and so does all her friends. Finn comes put and looks around. She jumps hoping her can see her and when he does spot them, he blows her a kiss. She sits back down with a blush that overtakes her cheeks. The first quarter begins and she cheers wildly as the Giants get the ball. Five minutes in and the score is still 0-0. She leans back and takes a sip o her drink. She was never interested in football until Finn became the head quarterback. Now, she loves watching, as long is Finn is playing. There is two minutes left in the first quarter when Finn runs the ball in for a touchdown. She jumps up and down and he points up at their booth, just like he always said he would. When first quarter ends, it's 7-0 Giants. Second quarter stars up and no points are scored by then end of it. Half time begins and she wants to walk around a bit. She asks if anyone wants anything while she's gone, and leaves when no one says they need anything. She goes to the novelty shop and looks around quietly. She is looking through t-shirts when she hears a gasp. She turns around and staring at her is a girl, no more the 16, with long red hair. Rachel smiles at the girl. The girl steps a little closer, her mouth open.

"You're Rachel Berry." she says as a statement. The girls bright blue eyes are wide as she stares at Rachel.

"Why yes, yes I am." Rachel giggles out.

"I watched you perform in Funny Girl. You were amazing! You're, like, my idol. I want to be a performer like you one day." Rachel is flattered. She looks at the girl, who looks like she may pass out any minute.

"What's your name?" Rachel asks and the girl looks taken aback.

"Demi." Rachel smiles.

"Well Demi, don't ever give up on those dreams. I didn't, and look where I am now! Believe in yourself, and you can do anything." Demi smiles at Rachel like she hung the moon.

"Thank you Miss Berry. I won't." this girl reminds her of herself when she met Patti Lupone. The girls friends call her and she says goodbye one more time before going to her friends. Rachel smiles and heads back up to the suite. She gets there just as Taylor Swift finishes performing. She sits down, a smile still taking over her face. She takes her seat by Carole and Kurt and waits for the game to start again. The other team score a touchdown halfway through the third quarter, but the Giants are quick to recover and score a touchdown soon after. This quarter comes and goes and soon they are halfway through the fourth quarter. A man enters their room and asks for Rachel. She stands and goes into the other room to talk to him.

"Mr. Hudson asked me to come get you halfway through fourth quarter so you can come on the field when the game is over." She nods and tells everyone she will see them after the game. She follows the man to a gate where some other people are waiting. Some photographers make their way to the gate as well, and a few of them recognize her. She takes a few photos, before turning and watching the game again. With two minutes left, Finn scores another touchdown and she jumps up and down. When everyone begins to countdown at 10 seconds, she joins in and smiles widely as the gates open. She runs in, trying to find Finn, when she lifted in the air and spun around. She giggles and turns around. Finn is smiling at her and she leans up and kisses him. That's when they are bombarded with reporters and cameras. She smiles next to Finn as he answers questions.

"Mr. Hudson! You just one the Super Bowl, what are you going to do next?" She looks up at him and waits for his response.

"This." he gets down on one knee and she gasps. He pulls out a pink velvet box and opens it. Inside is a simple band with a small diamond resting in the middle. Her eyes water as he smiles at her. "I love you so much Rach. I knew that I love you the first time I heard your voice so many years ago. We've had our ups and downs, but we always get through the tough times because we love each other and that's all that matters. I meant to do this the other night, but I chickened out. I love you more than anything in the world. I'm forever your, faithfully. So, will you, Rachel Barbra Berry, marry me?" the stadium is silent and she notices that they are on the big screen. She is crying as she throws her arms around him.

"Yes! Yes, yes, yes! Oh god yes!" she whispers to him and he lifts her up, kissing her gently. He puts her down and slowly slides the ring on her finger. The crowd begins to cheer for them.

"I love you so much, you know that right?" he asks her, as if she's the only person in the entire stadium.

"Yeah. And I love you." and they kiss under the fireworks that begin to go off.

Haha! I know, very cheesy! The proposal, as promised! Thank you all! I love you guys and happy new year!
~Kelsi