A/N: So glad Quinn was back last episode (1st i've acually watched). Dianna rocked her songs. Bummed (upset) that RIB have devolotionized her again (seriously dating a married 35 year old professor). I guess I should be a little thankful because it gives me a reason to keep writting these fanfics, to hopefully do Quinn's character some justice. Done rant now. Pertaining to my fanfic, I was on the fence about this chapter, if you read the first story you'll see it goes with what Judy eluded to Will in the chapel, its my way of addressin it further, however I wasn't really sure if it was right for the flow and direction of my story. Please let me know how you feel. To those of you who continue to review THANK YOU so much and please keep it up. I appreciate every review I recieve. Disclaimer: I do not own GLEE or any of it's characters. GLEE belongs to FOX and its creators.

Chapter 7

Judy was furious, absolutely homicidal. When Shelby had called her and told her that she'd caught Russell verbally abusing Quinn and then slapping her, Judy had seen red. She was seconds from jumping in her car and giving Russell a dose of what he'd bestowed upon Quinn and she over the years. But then she thought of Quinn, the daughter she'd failed to protect for years because of her own shortcomings and fear. So instead of beating the crap out of Russell she went to the hospital.

Quinn was laying with her head facing away from the door, only the slight shaking of her shoulders told Judy that Quinn was crying. Entering silently Judy sat on the bed and gently turned Quinn towards her. Upon seeing her, Quinn buried her face into her mother's chest. Judy pulled her closer and let her cry. She didn't know what to say. Her daughter was in so much pain, physically and emotionally, and Judy felt inept because she didn't know how to fix it. She'd never known how to help Quinn when Russell had punished her. It was time she stepped up though, Quinn needed her more than ever and Judy would be there for her daughter for once.

"I'm so sorry. Sorry I was too afraid of him to stop this earlier. Sorry that I lost myself so much in alcohol that I couldn't save you from his fists; that I let my fear of being alone and being unable to support you, keep me from stopping him from throwing you out. I regret so much in my life but nothing more than failing you, of not telling you that he was wrong about everything. Lu Bug look at me." Judy hopped that the old nickname from a more innocent time would grab Quinn's attention, it did. Hazel eyes darkened by tears, confusion, and pain gazed back at her. "Your father, he isn't the man I fell in love with, he hasn't been for nearly 15 years. I don't know why or when, I guess it was gradual so I missed it, didn't notice it until it was too late, but a hatred filled his heart, and he spots only hate. You my sweet, beautiful, strong, smart, courageous daughter have never been a disgrace or disappointment. You've never shamed this family, you have only made me proud. You've grown into an amazing woman, despite what your father has done to you, despite my own neglect. Everything you've been through, you've handled it with more grace than anyone would expect of a teenager, even most adults. Forget his words, for they hold not a shred of truth. I failed you before by not telling you this sooner, or even every day, but I am here now, and I will tell you for the rest of your life, that you Lucy Quinn Fabray are the pride and joy of my life and I am so proud of you."

Quinn for her part had just stared up at her mother through her whole speech. Judy prayed she'd reached her daughter, that she'd finally done the right thing, said the right thing to Quinn for once. She watched as Quinn squeezed her eyes tight, "I…I don't understand what I did wrong, why he hates me so much. I…"

"No, No, No." Judy frantically yelled and took Quinn's face between her palms forcing her daughter to look at her. "You did nothing wrong. It is him, he's the one who changed, who…I don't know but what I do know is that you did nothing wrong. Nothing, do you hear me."

"But the pregnancy and …"

"A shock, yes. Upsetting, yes. A disappointment or disgrace, no. You made a mistake, everyone makes them, I have, so many in fact. At that time I was never disappointed in you, I was afraid for you, worried about you. I know we've talked about it before and will likely a few more times, but I hope eventually you understand, that you believe me. I was in the wrong then, your father was wrong, not you, us."

Nothing was said for a long while, perhaps that was best. Judy was content just to hold her daughter; it was something she'd feared she'd never get to do again, so she relished in it. She savored the warmth of having her baby, her Lubug safe in her arms.

"He's taking me off his insurance." Quinn mumbled into Judy's body.

"It doesn't matter."

"But…I'm par…I can't walk, I can't even control when I go to the bathroom." Judy shut her eyes and pulled Quinn closer.

"You are going to get better, I know it, but if you don't it doesn't matter, we will be okay. The money, the insurance it is none of your concern, all you worry about is getting better. Do you hear me?"

Quinn didn't speak she just nodded. Soon Judy felt the even steady rise and fall of Quinn's chest and knew her baby girl was asleep again. Laying her down gently Judy leaned forward and placed a gentle kiss to Quinn's brow. "Everything will be alright baby, promise."

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