AN: Okay here's another chapter for you guys! Sorry it took so long. I had exams, final projects and had to make some quality time with my boyfriend! Lol. Thanks for all your reviews! Hope you've been catching up on Glee. I'm so upset Rachel can't compete in Sectionals :( but very happy that Sam's back! Next episode is suppose to be fabulous! Lol. In the song used: bold-Rachel, italics-Quinn, underlined-everyone except Rachel and Quinn, all three-all joined in.

Quinn POV:

I walked up to Rachel's locker. "Hey so what song did you pick for us because I already know you," I breathed, wanting to get this over with.

She pulled a book out of her locker. "Hello to you too Quinn. How was your day? Mine went rather well. Thanks for asking."

I placed a hand leaning on the lockers. "Listen I know you don't like me and I don't like you so let's get this over with ok?"

She still smiled at me even at my rudeness. "What are you smiling about?"

She shook her head. "I don't hate you Quinn. I actually consider you a dear friend to me. And I think you consider me one of your friends too."

I rolled my eyes. "Psh what makes you think that?" I retorted back.

"Because you came back to Glee," she simply stated.

I stared at her lost for words. What was I going to say to that? I crossed my arms and leaned my back on the lockers. "So the song?" I questioned changing the subject.

She smiled brightly, took out music sheet and handed it to me. I snatched it out of her hand and read the title. I smirked as I read the lyrics.

Could this song be anymore perfect for us?

Glee!

"Okay guys settle down. Let's start the duet competition shall we?" Mr. Schue announced, sitting down. "First, Rachel and Quinn."

We walked to either side of the room as the music cued.

There's been some confusion over pairing here in Glee.

But of course, I'll take care of myself.

I crossed my arms.

But of course, I'll rise above it!

Rachel slowly raised her hands while singing.

For I know that's how you'd want me to respond

Yes

We looked at each other on 'yes.'

There's been some confusion

For you see, my partner is,

Unusually and exceedingly peculiar

And altogether quite impossible to describe

I smirked at her once I finished.

Blonde

She retorted back. The rest of the band joined in and we circled around each other, keeping eye contact.

What is this feeling,

So sudden and new?

I felt it the moment

I laid eyes on you

My pulse is rushing

My head is reeling

My face is flushing

What is this feeling?

Fervid as a flame,

Does it have a name?

We were at either side of Brad's piano and leaning over towards each other.

Yes! (Yes!)

Loathing

Unadulterated loathing

For your face

Your voice

Your clothing

Let's just say,

I loathe it all

Every little trait, however small,

Makes my very flesh begin to crawl.

With simple utter loathing,

There's a strange exhilaration,

In such total detestation,

It's so pure, so strong!

Though I do admit it came on fast,

Still I do believe that it can last.

And I will be loathing,

Loathing you

My whole life long!

Rachel spun around then stopped when Finn, Charlie, Sam, Puck, Kurt and Blaine sang towards me, sticking up for Rachel.

Dear Rachel, you are just too good.

How do you stand it? I don't think I could!

She's a terror! She's a tartar!

We don't mean to show a bias,

But Rachel, you're a martyr!

Well these things are sent to try us!

She said with a curtsey.

Poor Quinn, forced to reside

With someone so disgusticified.

We just want to tell you

We're all on your side!

We share your loathing!

I looked to see Santana, Brittney, Mike, Artie, and Tina singing in their seats sticking up for me.

What is this feeling

So sudden and new?

Unadulterated loathing

I felt the moment I laid eyes on you

For her face, her voice, her clothing!

My pulse is rushing

My head is reeling

Let's just say – we loathe it all

Oh, what is this feeling?

Every little trait however small

Does it have a name?

Makes our very flesh begin to crawl!

Yes

Ahhhh

Loathing!

There's a strange exhilaration

Loathing!

In such total detestation

Loathing!

It's so pure, so strong

So strong!

Though I do admit it came on fast

Still I do believe that it can last

And I will be

Loathing

For forever

Loathing

Truly deeply loathing you

Loathing you

My whole life long!

Loathing

Unadulterated loathing!

Our backs faced each other as the music ended. Everyone clapped as Rachel and I laughed. It felt so good to do a duet with her again. I actually smiled genuinely towards her. "Great pick Rachel," I complimented.

She smiled brightly with a twinkle in her eyes. "I couldn't of asked for a better partner. I'm going to hug you now," she cautiously said and she caught me off guard by tightly hugging me. I stood still for a while but eventually hugged her back.

Mr. Schue clapped and placed a hand on my shoulder. "Fantastic job guys," he said smiling at both of us. He turned to the rest of the group. "They set a pretty high bar guys. You all better bring you're A game if you want to win."

Who would've known Rachel and me could actually be friends. Ever!

Charlie POV:

"All I need you to do is put these two cart away where they belong," my new manager commanded.

I nodded at the easy task then placed headphones in my ears. While pushing the cart to the fiction section, I contemplated how I ended up here working at Storybook. Looks could definitely be deceiving because on the outside this place looked small but once I stepped in it looked much more spacious. It was a cozy and warm place different from my house by far. The bookshelves were about 10-15ft high filled with the smell of antique mixed with new novels.

I stopped in front of the horror section and climbed the ladder. Brighter than the Sun by Colbie Caillat rang through my ears once I reached the top of the shelves. Placing the books away, I joined in on the chorus.

Oh this is how it starts.

Lightening strikes the heart.

It goes off like a gun,

Brighter than the sun.

Clapping came from below, startling me and almost made me lose my balance. I gripped onto the ladder for my dear life and once I found balance I glared down at whoever was clapping.

"Finn?"

He flashed his signature grin. "Hey Charlie. Sorry if I scared you. I just couldn't help it."

I shrugged turning back, putting the last book away. "It's fine. Good to know someone appreciates my singing," I stated, climbing back down.

He leaned against the shelves frowning. "Did anyone say something to you because I thought everyone loved you being apart of the team."

He followed as I walked to the counter. "No no it has nothing to do with anyone from Glee or school," I said placing a hand under my chin and leaned on the counter. Finn stood on the other side with his hands in his pockets shifting back and forth waiting for me to continue but I wasn't budging. Thankfully he changed the subject.

"So why are you working at Storybook?" he asked.

"I love books so working at the local bookstore is a perk."

"So it's not because you need money? Just because you love reading?" he asked confused.

"What? Don't like reading?" I asked amused by his facial expression.

"Not really maybe picture books but not the ones without pictures," he finished embarrassed.

"Why not? They spark your imagination. It's an escape. These books take you on an adventure far beyond these four walls. It takes you anywhere you want to be. If you gave it a chance I'm sure you would love reading. It gives you a bit of comfort that you're not alone."

He chuckled at my enthusiasm. "You make me want to read."

"Good you should start by buying a book."

"Ok any suggestions?" he genuinely asked.

I walked to the back of the store and grabbed an old book, with the bindings as well as the cover worn, from my bag. I walked back to the counter and handed it to Finn. "Rules of Survival. I read it about five times already. It's a very insightful book."

"Ok thanks!" he said excitedly searching in his pocket for cash.

I placed my hand on his other hand on the counter. He looked at my hand then at me. "No need for money it's my book. You can borrow it."

He smiled then nodded. "So if you don't need a job why work here when you can just come here regularly. If you come as a customer you can come and go as you please."

"I didn't necessarily need a job but more like wanted one so Ms. Nancy gave me the job. I work here until ten or eleven."

His facial expression changed to an unreadable one. "What about spending time with your family?"

So that's what he was thinking?

I stood there and thought about telling him but opted not to. It's better that he doesn't know. If I told him I would've had some sort of attachment here in Lima and I really didn't want to have dependency on anyone when there's a chance I wouldn't be here long. "Don't worry about it."

I saw him stand up a little straighter. "Sorry it's just…" I started but he interrupted.

"A touchy subject. I get it," he finished in understanding.

I got up and walked to the second cart of books. "So what about you and Rach?" I asked walking to the nonfiction section.

He sighed as he walked with me. "I don't know. After I sang that song to her, she just told me it was beautiful and left with Sam. Everyone tells me to give up on her but I never will. I'm in love with her. She's the one."

He helped me reshelf the books as he vented. "Did you ever just talk to her?"

"That's the thing. I tried but she just keeps avoiding me everytime I do," he remarked, rubbing his forehead.

I stopped and faced him. "Stop. You know Rachel more than anybody. She's stubborn and needs to be firmly put in her place. You have to be assertive because if you're not then you might as well give up right now."

Finn looked to the floor thinking over what I just said. He looked up at me with a smile. "You're right…Thanks Charlie you're like the best! I gotta go but I'll see you in class tomorrow," he kissed my cheek and left the store in a hurry.

Why am I getting involved? I internally groan to myself.

Finn POV:

I had it all planned out in my head. I quickly walked into school automatically searching for Rachel. I went straight to her locker and found her and Sam talking. I thought about waiting to talk to her later but Charlie's words played in my head. Rachel was the first to spot me then Sam turned to look at what she was looking at.

It was now or never.

I put my hands in my pockets as I walked towards them. "Hey Rach, Sam."

They both replied with a hello and hey man.

I shifted nervously. "Rach can I talk to you?"

She had an uneasy face while Sam just stood there awkwardly. "Can we talk later? Sam and I have…"

"NO!" I exclaimed grabbing everyone in the hallways attention. I pulled myself together when I saw Rachel retreat behind Sam who protectively stood in front of her. "I'm sorry I just really need to talk to you. Right now."

Rachel nodded and placed a hand on Sam's shoulder letting him know it was ok. Sam eyed me for a moment. "I'll see you later Munchkin," he lifted his backpack and left.

I watched him turn the corner quickly glancing back at Rachel. She fixed her bangs then smiled warmly to me. "So what do you want to converse about Finn."

"About us Rach," I slowly stated and watched her smile disappear.

"Finn…" she started.

"No Rachel. We're going to talk about this now. You can't keep avoiding me forever."

She nodded. "You're right Finn. Continue."

"I love you Rachel. I'm never going to give up on us because you're it for me. Even if you don't love me, I'm always going to love you." I cupped her cheeks as her eyes got watery. "What we have is special, too special to ignore. I'm sorry for starting things back up with Quinn last year. It was wrong and I was stupid. I went back to her thinking that whatever she did was nothing compared to what you did. Being with Quinn last year was easier…"

Rachel opened her mouth to speak. I held up my hand, pressing a finger to her mouth. "Wait let me finish." She nodded.

"Only because I am that much more in love with you than I thought I was with her. I didn't care that she cheated but when you did I felt numb and something within me died. I know we had made plenty of mistakes but we can overcome that. I know we can overcome this. I want us to be together forever. You get that Rach? I want you and only you," I finished. She looked up at me; tears freely falling down her face. I think I actually got to her this time until she punched me very hard on the arm. "Oww," I said rubbing my arm.

She started poking at my chest. "Why are you doing this now? I apologized all last year for what I did to you. I cheated on you yes but I also owned up to it and did everything humanly possible to make it up to you. I never lied to you. I tried to make you see that you and me were meant for each other and that I loved you with every fiber in my body! I tried to tell you Quinn was only with you because she wanted to become Prom Queen, didn't I? You're the one who pushed me away." She poked at my chest with anger. "You're the one who broke my heart by wanting to go back to Quinn and even before that by taking me for granted and lying to me about Santana. I always thought I was never good enough for you," she whispered and I could see her anger slowly leaving her.

She was crying and I looked to the floor in shame. She was right if it weren't for me, we would still be together.

"I'm sorry and if you give me one more chance I'll forever make it up to you. I want to make you feel as loved and safe as you deserve. I vow to never ever lie to you and I'll stand up for you when you need me. I want to be the man you need Rach. I hated the one me, he was such a douche and immature. We can't let our past mistakes destroy us because we're tethered to each other. It's some unspeakable bond that can't be broken."

She lifted up her hand to stop me from talking. "I wasn't finished."

I nodded for her to continue.

"So then why do I still want to be with you?"

My eyes widened and I looked at her smiling even though she was still crying. "Wh…what?"

She placed her hand on my cheek and I leaned into it automatically. "Everything you said was so right Finn. I feel that same exact way about being tethered. I'm just so angry because you finally realized this now and not sooner. All those things that you said about making me feel loved and secure was all I've ever wanted."

I hug her tightly, wanting to never let her go. "I promise that's all I'll ever do for as long as we live. Just please give me another chance," I hoarsely ask. There was a moment of silence then she put her arms lightly around my waist when I felt her nod her head against my chest.

I grinned wildly, lifting her up and spinning her around. She broke in a fit of giggles as I placed her down. "Sorry I just…are you serious? Like we're really doing this?"

She lightly laughed. "If you mean us being together again then yes."

I was so happy I couldn't contain myself anymore. "Yes! Ok so how about I take my girl on a date Saturday."

She hugged her books tightly, biting into her low lip in a cute way. "Ok that seems delightful." She stood on her tiptoes and kissed my cheek lightly. "I'll see you later Finn," she said heading to class.

I fist pumped when I saw her disappear. Finally Rachel is mine again and I've never felt so happy as I did than right now.

Sam POV:

I walked in the library for one of my attempts to study for my math quiz without Rachel. Scanning the room, Charlie, who was reading in at a secluded table caught my eye. I walked up to the table and took a seat across from her. "What's your view on comic books?" I asked quietly.

She laughed. "I love them especially Marvel comics. They're my absolute favorite."

I looked in awe. Did she just mention my favorite brand of comics of all times? She started to shift in her seat uncomfortable under my stare but I just couldn't help it. "What?"

I blushed and rubbed the back of my neck. "Sorry I just never met anyone like you before."

"A girl who loves dancing and shopping yet can tell the difference between halo and call of duty? Or a girl who loves romantic comedies and chick flicks yet loves to watch horror, action and scifi movies like Star Wars?" she finished. Whatever my face looked liked, it must have been hilarious because Charlie started laughing. The librarian quieted her and she said sorry before continuing to read again.

She looked up at me again and smiled. "Are you going to study or just stare at me the whole time?"

I shook my head. "No but I much rather stare at someone so beautiful than study for this math exam," I tried flirting.

She covered her mouth trying to contain her laugh. I looked at her confused. "What?" I asked. She probably thinks I'm such a loser. I felt my cheeks turn red from embarrassment.

"Even though that's super cheesy, it sounds very cute coming from you."

We both shared a smile. "Did I ever tell you that you have the most memorizing eyes?"

She smiled. "No never. Did anyone ever tell you that you have the most adorable lips?"

I chuckled. "Nope. Usually people, mostly Santana, make fun of my lips, saying they're too big."

She stared at my lips as she started to lean over the table and moved closer towards me that I was breathing on her. "Nope I don't see it," she replied.

"Don't see what?" I asked even more confused on what she was doing.

"I don't see what's so funny. I find them perfect. You just need to find someone who molds your lips just right," she encouraged. Right then I knew I felt something for her. I don't know what but it was something strong whenever I was around her.

I cleared my throat trying to find words to say. "S…so have you thought about what song you might want to sing together?"

"I don't know but whatever we chose it has to blow Rach's and Quinn's song out of the water," she laughed lightly.

Man do I love her laugh.

It sounds like my favorite melody like bells sort of. I could just sit here and hear her talk or laugh and not get sick of it.

Could I really be falling for her this fast?

Charlie POV:

The final bell rang when I gathered my stuff and walked to the locker. I quickly pulled my arm out of my locker before it slammed shut revealing Taylor as she removed her hand off my locker and smiled.

"What the hell Taylor?"

She flicked her hair and sucked her teeth. "Say away from Sam. Whatever you guys are end it. He's second most popular guy next to Finn and he's mine."

I smirked. "This has nothing to do with the fact that I'm interested in him and all of a sudden you want him all to yourself is it?" I asked playfully.

She scoffed. "That's none of your business."

I placed my hands on my hips. "One I don't want him and two why can't you just go for Finn if he's the most popular guy?"

She squawked. "Because even though Finn is more popular than Sam, Sam is hotter and more desirable amongst all the girls in this school. So as head cheerleader, I get first dibs."

"Just because you're head cheerleader doesn't mean shit to me Taylor. I can talk to Sam if I want," I remarked back.

She smiled again but this time it seemed sort of wicked. "Oh but you will if you don't want me to start spilling secrets about people in your little Glee club."

My eyes widened but I composed myself quickly. "I don't know what you're talking about," I confidently stated hoping she was bluffing.

She rolled her eyes while checking her pressed on nails. "Please do you honestly think I would just bribe you without having solid proof? Pathetic." She searched for something in her purse and pulled out her cell phone. She showed me some pictures of Santana making out with Brittany under the blenchers, and a picture of Rachel's face photo shopped onto another women's body that only wore a bra and thong. She snapped the phone shut and placed it back in her purse. "Like I was saying you and Sam are over. If I so much as hear you guys talking, I will let these too photos out faster than you can say oops."

I heavily sighed. "Whatever Taylor."

She patted my shoulder but I quickly removed her hand. "I knew you would see it my way," she finished then left.

I ended up dropping out of the duet competition telling Mr. Schue I was really sick and couldn't be in Glee today. Tina took my place as Sam's partner. The next day and for the rest of the week, I completely ignored Sam.

Saturday:

Santana POV:

"You look totally hot baby," Britt said tying the back of my black and pink lace corset. I smiled at her through the mirror. I love when she calls me baby. Britt's the first person I've met when I was little and is the first person I've ever fall in love with.

No one understands me but her, that's why I'm scared to go public with her. I can see how much I hurt her by keeping us a secret. But being a lesbian isn't the reason why I don't want to come out and just be with Britt in public, it's because no one understands that I don't see gender or their body parts. I don't base love on sight but feeling. What I feel for Britt is love. Pure love that Rachel and Finn, Kurt and Blaine or Mr. Schue and Ms. Pillsbury have.

I turned around and lightly kissed her. "Thanks you look super hot too babe," I quietly said then pulled her into a tight hug.

Soon the doorbell rang, interrupting our moment. I took a deep breath and smiled. "Ready to party?"

She jumped up and down excitedly and I just had to laugh at how adorable she was.

Glee!

The party was in full swing when the doorbell rang again. I staggered to the door carrying my beer along. I opened the door when Kurt and Blaine swung through the door. Blaine caught Kurt's coat as he threw it aside. Finn, Rachel and Sam followed closely behind.

"Hello Santana. I would like to personally thank you for the surprising invitation so as my formal gratitude I made banana loaf," she babbled on while uncovering her dish.

Now I don't know if I was a little tipsy or the fact that I silently swore to myself I would try to be a little nicer but I hugged Rachel. "Thanks Ma…I mean Rachel. You can just put it in the kitchen," I slurred a little.

Finn placed a hand on my shoulder. "Santana are you drunk?"

I laughed whole-heartedly. "No Sam! I'm a little tipsy but not drunk."

They looked at each other amused at my mix up of Finn and Sam.

"Is Charlie here yet?" Sam asked uninterested in what I had to say.

I looked around trying to think clearly. "Umm…I think so. She probably somewhere around here," I stated pointing in all kinds of directions. "Anyway got to get another drink. Have fun guys!"

Sam POV:

I walked through the crowd of people towards the kitchen. I pulled a beer out of the bucket when I felt someone swing her arms around my waist. I turned around thinking it may be Charlie but the smile disappeared when Taylor came into my view.

"Hey Sammy!" she flirtatiously said.

I yanked as softly as I could her arms around me and placed them at her sides. "Hey Taylor," I lamely said.

She inched closer to me when I was trying to move further away from her. "Let's stop playing these games. We should totally hook up because you're hot and popular and so am I. We could be the power couple of McKinley High and rule the school. So what do you say?" she smiled sweetly but her eyes were sending a message of a power hungry girl.

"Umm…I…" I hesitated. I really don't know what to say so I looked around for a distraction. I caught Charlie talking to Tina while Tina was sitting on Mike's lap in the living room couches. "I gotta go," I quickly expressed. Taylor looked to where I was looking, huffed and stomped off. I started walking towards Charlie, Tina and Mike when Charlie looked my way. Her eyes widened but still continued to talk to Tina.

Was she purposely ignoring me?

I did a handshake with Mike and hugged Tina and Charlie. "Can I steal Charlie for a little bit?" I asked putting my hand out. Charlie shook her no head slightly towards Tina.

Yeah she definitely didn't want to talk to me.

"Uh yeah sure," Tina hesitated torn on whether or not she should've said that. Charlie frowned but reluctantly took my hand. I led her to the dance floor when a slow song came on.

I spun her around once then placed my free hand on her waist. I held her close enough to smell her vanilla scented hair as we silently swayed to the music. "Did I do something wrong or anything to make you mad?" I finally asked.

She heavily sighed. "No Sam," she paused for a minute. "No you didn't do anything wrong."

I looked her straight in the face. "Then why have you been ignoring me?"

Her forehead creased when she frown, she opened her mouth to speak but the music cut off suddenly.

We looked towards the sound system and Taylor smirking right at Charlie. "Listen up everyone!" Taylor yelled, grabbing everyone's attention. "I got a picture of Ms. Rachel Berry here and you should all know that she's been holding out on us. Guess you're not so much of a prude after all."

Everyone's phone started to go off as I checked my phone. A picture of Rachel's face on someone else's body popped up. Suddenly I heard guys howling or whistling and girls snickering in the room. Come on seriously? This doesn't even look real but I was shock not expecting that. I looked around to find everyone from Glee with wide eyes or confused looks. I heard from across the room a sob from Rachel. I looked to see her running out the house with Finn behind her.

"I'm so sorry Sam," Charlie apologized. Her eyes glistened with tears when I backed away from her, turned around and quietly left the party to see if Rachel was ok.

End of another good chapter. Hope you guys liked it! Finally Finchel is back but poor Sam and Rachel :( Review please! Until next time adios ^_^