Chapter 22
Kick in the Head
Emily confidently struts out from her last morning class. Step by step, she walked down the hallway, her head up high, showing no doubt. Everyone could conclude that nothing was troubling her. However, inside, it was a different story. All that was resonating in her head was Marissa saying "You can't!" after she decided to quit the Glee Club. The image of the smirk on Coach Sylvester's face, however, was also very polarizing. It's like she planned everything to be that way, they just didn't know it.
But to be honest, she was feeling happy with her decision. It's just that she felt bad for feeling that way.
She enters the cafeteria, the doors already wide open. She stands there, looking at her friends from the Glee Club, all talking and having fun. She was going to miss being in the club, but it was a sacrifice worth doing.
"So, when are you planning to tell them that you quit Glee?"
She turns to her left and sees Marissa standing beside her, her arms folded. She had every right to be mad, but it's not like she isn't at fault too.
"When were you planning to tell me that you were co-captain?"
"For the last time, I didn't realize that I was!" The redhead shook her head and sighed, going to the line, Emily following suit, reinforcing her point.
"M, you can't expect me to believe that. You were teaching them the routine! It couldn't be more obvious, I was just too dumb to see that."
"Well, what do you want me to say?" She faces her, her eyebrows all furrowed up. "I'm sorry?"
Emily took a deep breath. "You know what? This is going nowhere. Let's just stop. The damage is done."
"Say that when you tell them you quit."
The Latina turns to her best friend, surprised at the words that came from her mouth. The redhead kept a straight face, not looking at the other. But, Emily wasn't the type to back down, especially with this kind of conversation.
"And what was that supposed to mean?"
She shrugs, not wanting to make eye contact. "You didn't have to quit the Glee Club to prove that so-called loyalty. You could've bluffed."
"It had to be done M! I don't want to be just another cheerleader, or another singer. I want to be on the spotlight, and to do that I had to be captain. It's what I want."
"But is it what you need?"
Emily's eyes widened, taken aback by what Marissa said. Her best friend, the one who is the mediator and who wants to avoid conflict, is now confronting her. Wasn't it the other way around before?
"No wait, let me rephrase that. Did you really need to ditch the Glee Club to get what you want?"
She opens her mouth, but couldn't seem to find the right words to say as a comeback. Marissa was looking at her intently, waiting for her to tell that she was right. And looking at it, she was right. She ditched them ultimately. How the hell was she going to tell them that she wasn't in the club anymore?
"Um, excuse me, girls…"
"What?" Both of them lashed out and turned to the guy behind them, who immediately trembles, pointing at the line which was already at the food counter. Emily rolls her eyes and leaves the line, dragging Marissa with her.
"So, you're here being all righteous, telling me that what I did was wrong, and I know that to some extent, you're right."
"Thank you." Marissa nods, letting out a little smile. But, Emily continues.
"Now, I may be going off-topic here, but I think it's my turn to be the moral one, because you are doing something wrong too."
The redhead sighs, throwing her hands up. "Okay. Shoot. I'm all ears."
"How long are you really going to make Cameron wait?"
"T-That's clearly off-topic! Why would you even—" Marissa instantly countered, but Emily rapidly continues.
"No wait, let me rephrase that. Do you really think that he's going to wait that long for you?"
"Is that how you think of me? Some girl who plays around with a boy's feelings?"
"Well it seems like it! It looks as if you enjoy testing his limits as a reminder that he's not going to stop pining over you!"
Now, that hit her really hard. She stays silent, trying to process all the different thoughts in her head. Was that really how she's been acting towards him? And, is that how everyone thinks of her for acting this way?
Emily steps closer, now whispering. "You think you can take your time with this, but you can't."
She takes a quick glance at the table where Cameron and the others were seated. They were starting to observe the two, and it won't be soon until one of them approaches them and asks what they are talking about. She sighed and turned back to her friend.
"Cameron really cares about you, and it's high time that you give him an answer, and an honest one."
Marissa straightens herself, looking at the table. "You're right."
"The longer you drag something out, the worse things are going to get. I realize that now."
Meanwhile, a more peaceful scenario can be witnessed at the table where the members of the Glee Club were seated. The newbies, however, were noticing the heated argument held by the two.
"Guys, I'm worried." Matheus states looking at Emily and Marissa, who both argued as if they were the only people in the room. "They look so agitated."
"That's girl talk for 'ya," McKynleigh nods. "But I agree. It seems like they're talking about something only the two of them know, and it doesn't seem good."
Lindsay frowns, looking at the two. This morning, Emily was nowhere to be seen, and she didn't even tell anyone where she was. Also, a few minutes after watching the video, Marissa left and never returned. Could this have something to do with the Cheerios? She stands up and takes a deep breath. Everyone looked up at her as she turned to them.
"I'm going in."
"No!" Hannah exclaimed, getting a hold of her wrist. "It's not worth the sacrifice!" Lindsay smiles at the ginger, slowly removing her arm. "I'll be fine. I'm just going to make things calmer between them." If that's possible…
She looks at the two, still arguing, without a care with what's happening in the cafeteria. Suddenly, Cameron shakes his head and stands up. "I'm going with you."
"No!" This time, everyone on the table exclaimed as Bryce forcefully keeps Cameron in his chair. "You stay here and keep out of the mess."
"How do you know it's going to be messy?"
"Like Miki said, that's girl talk for 'ya," Alex looks at him, and turns to Lindsay. "You make sure it's going to be clean."
"Spic and span." She nods to them, as they all give her the go signal. She slowly walks to the two, and as she goes closer, she hears one statement from Marissa. However, she isn't quite sure what it meant.
"So let me tell you this. The longer you keep this a secret, the faster you're going to lose friends. Starting with me."
Wow, it really is a heated discussion. Lindsay steps in slowly, looking at the two girls glaring at each other, not saying a word. She takes another deep breath and immediately steps in, startling the two. "Hey girls! What's the debate? I'm sure I'd love to joi—"
"The debate's over." Emily faces Lindsay, not even taking a glance at Marissa. "We have nothing to say to each other anymore, right M?"
Lindsay then turns to the redhead, who sighed deeply, not even giving a second look at Emily.
"Absolutely."
Emily walks to the table, but surprisingly, Marissa walks the opposite direction, going straight to the door. The brunette immediately takes a hold of her wrist, but the other shakes it off.
"I'm just going out for some air."
Slowly, Lindsay lets go of the redhead, who walks out of the cafeteria. She looks at the table, her friends winking at her and giving her a thumbs-up. She immediately goes there, wondering why they reacted that way.
"I hope she's going to be all right." Hannah says, inviting Lindsay back to her seat. "A trip to the nurse's office will do just the trick!"
Lindsay frowned. "Nurse's office?" She turned to Emily, who smiled widely, glad to explain. "She was having a major headache. She was worried she wouldn't be able to do the group number later."
Emily returns to cuddling with Samuel as the others continued to their meals. Lindsay, however, just stares blankly. What Marissa said a while ago…it's nothing she would've said, especially with a headache. Emily was hiding something, and Marissa knows what it is. And, it seems as if she wants Emily to be the one to break it to them, whatever that is. She shakes her head and clears her mind. I need to get to bottom of this, but what I might find out might be something I do not expect at all.
Puck was looking over the table of the new members, specifically one particular girl with a pixie cut. Mckynleigh isn't like any other girl he had ever met. She had that confidence about her, and she isn't afraid to say what she wants, and is the type of girl who certainly knows what she wants. But, ever since the transfer, they haven't had a real conversation. He hasn't even asked what she thought of the school so far.
On the other hand, Sam and Finn smile at each other while snickering at the look on his face. And, they know what that look means.
"What are you looking at, Puck?"
"Or maybe who…"
Puck immediately turns to the two, who laughed again and gave each other a high-five. Puck pushes Finn, who holds on to his seat. "Just ask her out already. Everyone knows you like her."
"And what makes you say that?"
Sam smiles, putting his arm around Puck's neck. "Because she isn't like any other girl you've dated.'
"And I know you always love a challenge." Finn looks back at the new members' table, focusing on Mckynleigh. Suddenly, Puck pulls the two, huddling them close.
"You guys think I have a chance with her?"
Finn and Sam looked at each other with discerning stares, then turned to Puck, who was a bit concerned with their expressions. Finn pats his back, giving him encouragement.
"Well, she transferred on your persuasion. That must count for something."
Puck nods, again, staring at the table. Finn was right. It must count for something.
"I applaud you for your work."
Amanda was all smiles, hearing that compliment escape Coach Sylvester's mouth. It was only days ago that she fake-sprained her ankle, but the Coach didn't buy it, threatening to remove her from the team due to her being a liability because of her injury. Because of this, she proposed something to Coach: help her bring down the Glee Club, to which the Coach happily said yes.
"Everything went according to plan, and I guess you can stop acting that your ankle is injured."
"Thanks Coach. What's next?"
"Oh it's coming." She leans forward, clasping her hands and placing them on the table. "I just need a visit from a friend, and all you'll be doing is getting signatures."
"Oh I like the sound of that!" The long-haired brunette smiled and stood up. She turned away from the Coach, but she calls her attention once again.
"Last week, I can't help but notice you being all cozy with Frankenteen 2.0. What's your deal with him, if I may ask?"
"Oh Cameron?" She smirks. "Me and the other Cheerios made a bet to see who could steal someone's boyfriend. It turns out they weren't even dating, so he's off the market."
The Coach just smiles. "Interesting."
"I do have another purpose and prospect though. And it seems that this one might be an easier catch, given the circumstances."
"I wish you luck with that then." The Coach extends her hand to the door, the two nodding to each other, happy with their negotiations.
Classes have ended, and the Glee Club members were preparing for their big group number. The plan was to immediately perform when Mr. Schue enters the auditorium, so that he wouldn't have time to react in the worst way possible…and hopefully he doesn't.
"Okay! Places everyone!" Rachel claps her hands together, all smiles as they follow her orders. She counts the number, missing only a few people. At that moment, Damian and Marissa enter, fresh from their Spanish class.
"Mr. Schuehas a few paperwork to finish, but he'll be here in about 15 to 20 minutes." Damian states, going to his place, just beside Lindsay, whose eyes followed Marissa, going to her position as well. She walked over the redhead, folding her arms.
"Are you, uh, all right? How's the headache?"
Marissa frowns, doing her routine stretches, getting ready for their number. After a few seconds though, she nods, still stretching. "Was that the excuse Emily told you?"
"What's going on with you two? All of us are really worried."
"It's just a typical argument." She smiled and stopped limbering up. "It's nothing you should worry about. Unlike your date with Damo."
Lindsay immediately turns red, frowning at the topic change. Unfortunately, she couldn't help but smile. "I'm really nervous. Excited, but nervous. I don't know what he's planning."
"You'll fare well. You love surprises." She smiled, reassuring her friend. "I'm sure you both will have fun."
"Guys, minor problem!"
Everyone turns Samuel, who just entered the auditorium. He walked fast-paced to the stage, approaching Rachel.
"Emily had an emergency call. She wouldn't be able to join us for the number."
All of them were surprised, looking at Rachel, waiting for her inevitable reaction. Instinctively, Lindsay turns to Marissa, who looked as if she knew it all along. Okay, that thing a while ago was not a typical argument. I need to find out what this is!
"We can manage that." Rachel nods, pointing Samuel to his place. "We're just going to adjust the spacing and fill up the empty spot like it wasn't there at all."
"I'm really excited you guys!" Finn exclaimed from his spot. "I'm sure Mr. Schue won't be able to reject our proposal!"
"Or he can and all of us will be suspended for not following him."
All of them turned to Santana, who just stands there, speaking her mind as always. Finn sighed loudly. "Santana, try to be optimistic for once. I'm sure this will work."
"I don't even understand why we're doing this. It was just a one month suspension. We'll have them back by January." She turns to Marissa and Cameron, both standing beside each other. "No offense."
The two of them looked at each other briefly, but shortly broke their gaze, replying to Santana with a shake of a head and a shrug.
"That's just one point." Finn continued, now raising his voice a bit. "The main point here was that we're here as a team, and we work best as a team. A complete one."
"Okay, calm down you two!" Rachel goes near Finn, looking at Santana. "We all need to rest our voices for the number or else it would be a failed effort."
She goes in front, looking at all of them, admiring their perfect formation. "All right! I guess we're set. I'm just going to give the last details to the band and all we have to do is wait for Mr. Schuester."
"Are you sure Will? I mean you did it before, but can you do it again?"
Mr. Schuester and Ms. Pillsbury were walking down the hallway, the former rushing to the auditorium. He turns to the guidance counselor, smiling.
"The kids are very capable of doing it again. And with new recruits, I'm sure that they'll come up with something more fresh and exciting."
They both arrived at the door, Mr. Schue grasping on the door handle. "Well, don't you want to come in and join me. They're doing duets on teamwork."
"Teamwork? Duets? Are you sure they should be in duets or as a group? I mean it is teamwork."
Mr. Schue smiles, shaking his head. "Are you coming in or not?"
"I want to, but I can't." She shows him a stack of papers in her grasp. "You can tell me all about it at dinner."
Mr. Schue continued smiling as he looked at Ms. Pillsbury walking down the hallway to her office. He was glad that the two of them were able to start over as a couple, and finally, he could say that things are working out for them in a good way. Still smiling, he pushes the door, entering the auditorium.
"Okay guys, list—"
He stops, seeing that none of the Glee Club was seated inside. All he encountered was a dark theater. Suddenly, the lights on the stage turned on, showing the stage curtains. The band started playing a familiar guitar riff, and the curtains slowly opened, revealing his Glee Club in a triangle-style formation. Finn, at the very core of the triangle, steps out and starts singing, as the others back him up and go into chorus.
Hey!
One man! One goal! One mission!
One heart! One soul! Just one solution!
One flash of light! Yeah! One god, one vision!
One flesh, one bone
One true religion!
One voice, one hope
One real decision!
Woah woah woah woah woah woah
Gimme one vision!
As they continued singing and dancing, Mr. Schue immediately took a seat, taking time to watch the performance. They looked at each other with concern, but they communicated effectively, reminding themselves to push through and prove their point, just like Finn said. With that in mind, they sang through the whole song, as if it was their last.
No wrong, no right
I'm gonna tell you there's no black and no white
No blood, no stain
All we need is one worldwide vision!
One flesh, one bone
One true religion!
One voice, one hope
One real decision!
Woah woah woah woah woah woah
Gimme one vision!
I had a dream
When I was young
A dream of sweet illusion
A glimpse of hope and unity
And visions of one sweet union
But a cold wind blows
And a dark rain falls
And in my heart it shows
Look what they've done to my dreeeeaaams...Ow!
One vision
So give me your hands
Give me your hearts
I'm ready
There's only one direction
One world one nation
Yeah one vision
No hate no fight
Just exultation
All through the night
It's a celebration
yeah!
One one one one...
One vision...
(hey!)
One flesh one bone
One true religion
One voice one hope
One real decision
Gimme one light, yeah
Gimme one hope, hey
Just gimme, ah
One man one man
One bar one night
One day hey hey
Just gimme gimme gimme gimme
Fried chicken
Everyone was catching their breath while waiting for Mr. Schue's response. He was looking down the floor, placing his hand over his face. None of the Glee Club members said a word. Instead, they just waited for something, anything, to come out of Mr. Schue's mouth. After a few minutes, he finally looks up to them. And, to their relief, he smiles.
"Thank you guys. I'm really proud of you."
And this time, all of them were smiling, still looking at their teacher. He descended to the steps, going nearer the stage.
"I can't say I'm right or wrong with what I did, but, I'm hoping we can put all of the past in the past…" He turns to Marissa, who politely smiles at him. He turns to Cameron as well, who gives him a thumbs-up.
"Now, if you guys are willing to, I would really like for us to start anew. As a team!"
The members looked at each other and eagerly rushed down, treating Mr. Schue to a group hug, a much needed one at that.
"All right, all right, that's enough!" They all giggled as they composed themselves, now keeping a respectable distance with their teacher.
"I'm going to give you your last homework assignment. And it's due next year."
Gasps and frowns immediately filled the auditorium, but Mr. Schue continues, reassuring the club.
"I want you guys…" He clasps his hands and smiles, not being able to contain his excitement. "To once again, write original songs."
A few 'Yes's' were heard, most especially with the old members. However, the newbies weren't so keen with this assignment.
"Original songs were our advantage during Regionals and Nationals, and I think that this could still be our winning formula. So…solos, duets or groups, it doesn't really matter. As long as it's original."
All of them nodded, most of them already pumped and stoked for next year.
"To conclude, I guess you guys need a well-deserved break. I'm looking forward to all of your songs this January. Until then, have a nice last few days at school."
Mr. Schue walks up the stairs, returning to his office. But, he takes one last look at his glee club, controlling himself from shedding a tear. They're growing up, and there's no stopping them. He leaves the auditorium with high hopes, knowing that next year is going to be the most eventful one yet.
Still high from their performance, the members were happily chatting. Some were even already brainstorming on possible original song themes. Finn was hugging Rachel, and turning to the left, he sees Marissa walking towards him. He lets go of Rachel, who goes to Kurt and Blaine, continuing the celebration.
"Welcome back."
"Thanks, for doing this. For everything. You're really a great guy Finn." Marissa states, smiling widely, which Finn returns as well.
"You would do the same for me. For any of us."
The two hug each other, and after a few minutes, part. Finn gazes forward, seeing Cameron, a few feet behind Marissa.
"I guess you have a conversation to finish." He budges his head forward, and the redhead turns around, looking at the bespectacled boy. The two kept silent, looking down and sometimes looking left and right, slightly conscious of their surroundings.
Finn slowly gives them some space, calling the attention of the others. They notice the two and discreetly exit the auditorium, most of them smiling as they go out. Lindsay looks to the two, and simultaneously, Marissa turns to her and both smile at each other giving the same look, a message of good fortune, Lindsay in her date with Damian and Marissa in her talk with Cameron. The last person exits the door, leaving the two again on their own.
Cameron, as usual, stared at the floor, noticing his feet twitching (now he's not sure if it's voluntary or not), probably due to his nerves. Still, he was the first to break the silence.
"I'm sorry I forced you into kissing me. I shouldn't have done that. It was clear that, that you needed more time to think this through, and I apologize for—"
"Cameron Mitchell, why the hell are you doing this?"
His eyes suddenly widened, staring at Marissa, whose eyebrows furrowed in anger. Her eyes gave him a cold look, one he hasn't encountered before. She walks near him, only a few inches separating them. She looks up, still giving that icy stare. Wha…what did I do?
"The past 3 months, you have sung your heart out to me, you have helped me through countless tasks even without asking you to, you have understood my behavior even though it doesn't make sense, and you have stood by me, whether I was wrong or right."
She takes a deep breath, simultaneously remembering what she said earlier and processing if she said all of it the way she wants it to. She looks at Cameron, and she expected that reaction from him: confused and dumbfounded.
"Don't you dare apologize for always doing what you think is right."
Cameron frowns, still unable to get the point of what she is trying to convey. She bit her lip, like she always does, and out of nowhere, she grasps his hands. She stares back at him, and like a magnet to a small piece of metal, his eyes dart towards hers, locked in her gaze.
"I should be the one to apologize. I've realized that I'd been taking you for granted for way too long."
He shakes his head, dispelling her thoughts. "Marissa, I don't think, even for a second, that you're taking me for granted. Like you said, you needed time."
"And I can't believe it took me this long." She immediately replied. His hands were still in captivity by the redhead, and he likes that feeling; he doesn't want to let go. Again it became silent, but he waited patiently, knowing that she has more to say.
What he heard was more than what he bargained for.
"I'm ready."
He did not expect those words to come out from her mouth, certainly not today though.
Suddenly, a million questions lined up in his brain, waiting to be asked, but, even with his mouth slightly open, none were willing to come out. Now, one might think that they would break their eye contact after staring for such a long period of time. Oddly enough, they maintained each other's gaze; without nerves or awkwardness whatsoever. Then, as if giving the go signal for the start of the Black Friday sale, one question pops out Cameron's mouth.
"R-Ready for what?" His voice trembled, and again, he was unsure of what her answer would be. She sighs, pursing her lips in thought. It seems as if she doesn't know what she's doing, but she's doing it anyway. Is she finally embracing spontaneity?
"I'm ready to start something…with you. You know? Being a…couple?"
Cameron nervously gulps, knowing that she placed a lot of effort into that last phrase. "Are you sure?"
Now he wanted to kick himself in the head, or even in the groin! Are you kidding Cam? This is the moment you've been waiting for yet you're asking her a question that would make her doubt her decision!
"Oh trust me. This is one of the most comfortable decisions I've ever made." She starts to breathe in and out a little bit faster than usual. "Even if it doesn't look like I'm comfortable."
He gives her time to calm down and relax. To help, he becomes the one who grasps her hands, holding them gently. Through this, he somehow gets hold of what she's actually afraid of.
"Don't be scared of screwing this up. We're young and we're bound to make mistakes." She looks at him, astonished at how he knew what's been bothering her. "People say that love is complicated, but I think it isn't. It's just two people caring for each other, no matter what happens. We seem to fit the mold, right?"
Finally, she lets out a little giggle, and Cameron accompanies her. Now that the atmosphere is more free and unperturbed, he lets go of her hands, stepping back a few steps. "This isn't official if I don't do this. And don't laugh,"
"Cam, what are you…" She frowns as he, with his perfect stance and posture, stretches out his hand, doing a polite bow.
"Marissa von Bleicken, I would like to ask you out on a formal date. Preferably at the start of Winter Break."
Even though he asked her not to, she laughs at his gimmick, covering her mouth, trying to control it, but to no avail. Unfortunately, this leaves him a little bit embarrassed. "W-what? I've been rehearsing that, you know…" He scratches the back of his head, and suddenly, she grabs his left hand, pulling him up the steps of the auditorium.
"Sir Cameron, I wholeheartedly accept your proposal." She tilts her head toward him, smiling, and he frowns, knowing that she was only teasing him by playing along. But, nonetheless, he was happy. In the end, they might've gotten what they wanted. One thing's for certain: he's also quite afraid to screw this up.
Cheerios practice was ongoing and it was due for them to have a 10 minute rest. Emily peeks from the door of the gym, prying the hallways of the school for signs of any Glee Club members. She needs to be sure that the coast is clear so that she could leave without anyone knowing. Although they will know it sooner or later, she just can't bring herself to tell them immediately. Heck, she doesn't even know how she is going to tell them.
"They're all gone."
Emily gets startled, turning around to see her offender. Of course, it was none other than Amanda, the girl who gave her the heads up on the co-captain situation this morning.
"I saw them exiting the auditorium when I went for my bathroom break."
"I don't know what you're talking about." The Latina shakes her head and folds her arms, going to the bleachers and taking a seat. To her dismay, the other cheerleader takes a seat beside her.
"It's obvious you haven't told them. And they have no clue."
Emily had no intention of continuing a conversation with her, let alone having one, so she kept quiet. But, the girl kept talking.
"I'm surprised Marissa didn't tell on you. You two are really ideal best friends."
"Heh, that I'm not so sure of." Emily frowned, wondering why she blurted that out. You're not supposed to be talking to this flirt!
"I can see why." The long-haired brunette turned to her, looking as if she was concerned. "I can feel she wanted the captaincy position, you just outsmarted her."
"Marissa isn't—"
"Or maybe she just doesn't want to quit the Glee Club. I don't know…"
"What's your deal with her anyway?" Emily lashed, raising an eyebrow at her. "You flirt with Cameron and you—"
"I flirt with him because she doesn't. The guy's smitten with her and she doesn't do a damn thing." Amanda sighed, positioning herself more comfortably. Emily shakes her head.
"I hate to admit it, but you're right. To tell you the truth, I think your flirting ways made her realize her own feelings."
"She should thank me then." She turns to Emily and smiles, and the Latina can't help but smile back. Amanda wasn't that bad. In fact, she could actually use a non-Glee friend, now that she's off the club. She sighed, looking at the gymnasium's ceiling. At least there's a potential brightside in all of this chaos.
Author's Rant:
Finally, I'm done with the chapter! And I'm afraid I've let you guys down once again.
The Damsay date is postponed, and will instead be in the next chapter! But don't fret! This means more space for them, heck, half of the next chapter might be even about them. 'Tis I'm not so sure yet.
So, after a century, I posted a chapter. What do you guys think? Yeah I know, writing's a bit crappy and rough on the edges, but trying to get back into the groove again. So, yep, Emily is slowly turning into the dark side, and might she be the new prospect Amanda is talking about? We shall see! And what's coming up from Sue's plot to bring down the Glee Club? Well, this just means the return of another Glee character, who made his appearance in the earlier chapters. Not sure though if he's appearing the next chapter or the one after it.
By the way, the song featured here is One Vision by Queen. Love the intro guitar riff, and it sounds like a good fists-in-the-air type of song about unity.
Now, for story-unrelated opinions, I think this season of Glee is shaping up to be promising. I really like their usage of unconventional cliffhangers and storylines are actually going with the flow. The Glee Project kids blend in with the characters well and I'm not going to be surprised if they become regulars. I've estimated that about 9 characters are graduating and who better to replace them than the TGP winners (possibly alumni). They've already been tried and tested, and also with an established fanbase, Ryan, Ian, and Brad: Don't let us down!
Now, please read and review! I've missed reading people's comments and I'd like to hear suggestions and violent (yes, I allow them) reactions on the story! I thrive on constructive criticism and your reviews can really help me polish my skills! If you're still up to it (which I hope you all are still are), again, please review! It would mean the world to me.
I'm not going to post the date of the next chapter posting, because I feel bad for letting you guys wait. Especially today…I cheated by posting on Nov. 23rd EST and for most countries, it's already Nov. 24. I am deeply sorry for this. I guess I'll just surprise you with when the next chapter is due and what the chapter will contain.
Hope you guys have a great week and for those who are celebrating thanksgiving, have a good one! :)
PS. My previous Author's notes were I think considered as Chapter 22, so those who reviewed previously cannot review this anymore (or something like that) so feel free to hit me a PM! Thanks to animex12 for the heads up!