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Chapter 6: Suggestions and Preparation

Several months have passed by and it was getting so close to Nationals. Finn knew his students were ready. He just didn't know where they would perform. He thought about the competition being held here in Lima, but then realized his students probably hated performing here. They did a couple in LA but nothing big. Finn's head started spinning around since he needed a location now.

He looked up from his office when seventeen-year old Samantha Baker walks in. She was a red head, long hair, and blue eyes. She's always been the lead of the Glee Club. She felt that she owned it and hated when she didn't get every single solo. Samantha always reminded Finn of his someone special.

"Mr. Hudson? If you don't have any location for Nationals, then why not New York? Think about it. It's my last year, a couple of students, and we've never gone there! New York is like the biggest city in the world! There's so much we can do! Let's stay there for a week, explore, and there you go...our big show." Samantha said with full of excitement.

Finn blinked his eyes after hearing New York. He's never thought about that. He's been there, a couple of times, okay maybe several times. He just never has good memories there. He also realized that Samantha's suggestion would be too expensive. "Samantha, I'm not sure that's a good idea.."

"Why not?! I've talked to the other students in the club! They're so excited!"

"But it can't happen.."

"Why? Why are you so against New York?"

"Because we don't have enough money.."

"That's a dumb answer." Samantha rolled her eyes. "You know my dad? Mr. Baker? He's a lawyer. He has a lot of money. And because I'm the only child, he'll do whatever it takes to make me happy."

Finn clears his throat. "We can't take your money.."

"Call my father, Mr. Hudson. He's not going to argue with you." With that, Samantha stormed out of the office.

New York..Out of all places..New York. It's never been good to me. Come on, Hudson. It's not about you..It's the kids. Your responsibility is to make their dreams come true. Just as Mr. Schue did. Finn took a deep breath. He couldn't believe he was doing this.

Finn made several calls later that night in the office at home. Mr. Baker was willing to give some money to pay for the school's trip to New York for the biggest event. Finn thanked him. He couldn't let the students down, especially Samantha. He left his office and threw himself on the couch, throwing a pillow on his face.

He wanted to avoid New York. He just couldn't do this. Sam, Puck, and Lauren came home. Puck carried Lauren who fell asleep after dinner at Johnny Rockets. "Someone was upset that you couldn't be here tonight." Puck says in a low voice. Finn sat up. "I'm sorry. I was busy. ."

"We know. Nationals are coming up and everything. We know how that works. We remember seeing Mr. Schu." Sam says sitting down. "Here's your burger and fries." He said passing a bag to Finn.

"Thanks." Finn says. He opens his food and takes a bite. "You don't look so excited." Puck notices the look on Finn's face.

"Yeah, man. Don't you remember how we felt?"

"I just have a lot on my mind, okay?"

The guys nod. "I'm going to tuck Lauren in bed." Puck says, walking up the stairs to Lauren's room. Finn knew his friends wouldn't let this go. He knew he'd have to tell them everything.

That's what Finn did. He told them everything from Samantha to calling her dad. The guys are aw are of how Finn feels about the big apple. "Whoa man..are you sure you agreed to do this?" Sam asked.

"I feel bad taking the money from the Bakers but it's what Samantha really wants." Finn sighs. "And I can't go to New York. I can't..."

"Because of-" Puck was cut off.

"Please don't mention anyone." Finn pleaded.

"What are you going to do?" Sam asked concerned.

"I can't go to New York." F inn repeated himself. "And I also can't let the kids down. I'm just going to have to go." He moved back when the guys hugged him. "We'll come with you. You don't have to do this alone." Sam says.

"Yeah. We got your back man." Puck says slapping Finn's arms playfully. Finn just nods, thanking them.

Memories of the last time Finn was in New York kept coming back. Finn didn't want to remember them.

They were memories but not good ones.