Ok so this is the second half to the last chapter I posted. Enjoy! Oh and the song in this chapter is "I Should Tell You" by Roger and Mimi in Rent. One of my all time favorite movies. Bold-Sam, Italics-Charlie and Bold/Italics-both.
Disclaimer: I do not own any of the Glee characters, songs, Glee's storylines or settings except Charlie, Taylor and other minor characters that aren't from Glee.
Santana POV:
I sported my infamous up to something, devilish look when I entered class. I smiled at Charlie before slipping in my seat next to her. "Hey bitch," I playfully bantered at her.
"Hey slut," Charlie greeted back, observing my unusual good mood. "What's that look for?" she suspiciously questioned.
I faked an innocence look and batted my eyes. "I don't have the slightest clue of what you're talking about," I sweetly said.
Charlie raised an eyebrow in disbelief. "Really San what are you up to?"
I looked at Charlie for a second. She and I have become close friends over the two months and besides Britt, she was the second person to really get me. Maybe it was because she was tough and didn't let people push her around or the fact she would sacrifice Sam to keep my secret or the fact she's extremely loyal and I respect that. I put a hand on hers and slightly smiled. "Don't worry Char. Everything is going to be ok. You trust me right?"
She had a confused look but eventually nodded then turned to the front when the teacher started the lesson.
Class was halfway done when the television in the classroom came on. It was blank but an unfamiliar voice spoke.
"Hello fellow peers. I want to grab all your attention to this girl." A photo of Taylor popped up on the screen. "This is Taylor Castle. Head cheerleader and most popular girl at McKinley." Some people clapped while Charlie and I looked at each other and rolled our eyes. "But did you know little miss perfect isn't so perfect after all?"
I smiled slyly at how this was going to unravel. Photos of her eating greasy foods and all sorts of junk food behind what appeared to be the gym bleachers. They quickly flashed to her throwing up in one of the bathroom stalls.
There was a variety of people saying 'gross' 'eww' and some had gasped. "Taylor Castle. The girl, who judges everyone on what they wear, what you eat, and basically who you are, thought she was untouchable but she really isn't."
More photos of her making out with different guys came on the screen. "Come to think about it, we really don't know the real Taylor do we. Well today is your lucky day guys because I would like to introduce you to the real Taylor Castle." A final picture of her that seemed not to long ago popped up. Taylor, who was practically obese, had a huge gap between her teeth, even wilder frenzy hair, crooked nose and a huge mole on her chin. It was too disgusting to even look at for more than a minute. Some guys held their hands to their mouth. Probably just as disgusted because they hooked up with her.
"Not only was she fat and ugly but she currently has a yeast infection. Now that you really know Taylor, I advise you to be careful and guys? You should definitely get tested."
The television turned off as I sat back waiting for the chaos to happen. Some guys ran out of the classroom while others were gossiping amongst themselves. The teacher was trying to calm down the class and get us to focus back on the lesson. Charlie turned to me with wide eyes. "What did you do?" she hissed at me.
I shrugged. "What?"
She shot me a glare. "You know exactly what San."
I sighed then looked at her. "Ok it was me."
"San!"
"I know but she totally deserved this. No one messes with one of my best friends and gets away with it," I reasoned with her. She looked at me unsure. "Please don't tell anyone Char," I firmly stated with a fake pout.
She looked at me long and hard but after a bit caved then nodded that made me break out in a smile. "Thank you," I happily said, hooking my arm with hers.
She laughed a little. "Yeah yeah yeah."
I was talking about Brittney to Charlie while walking down the halls.
"You bitch!" I heard being yelled behind us. We turned to see a fuming Taylor as she made a beeline to us. I looked over at Charlie and she quickly nodded, telling me she had my back before I turned back to Taylor, sporting a smug look.
"Oh hello Taylor. Having a good day?" I coolly asked.
She instantly pointed her finger in my face. This bitch is loco for pulling that stunt. "You made that video. I know you did."
I folded my arms. "Can you prove it?"
People were forming around us as Taylor stomped her foot in frustration. She was about to talk but I raised my hand to stop her.
"Listen, let me spear you anymore embarrassment. I had nothing to do with that stupid video of you nor do I care. Ninety percent of this school hates you, probably more so it could've been anyone. It's not my fault you have enemies. Now go away or else I'll catch whatever disease you have," I finished.
I heard Charlie shuffle a laugh behind me, which made me smirk. Taylor looked around at the crowd and looked defeated. People stared at her blankly, gossiping amongst themselves that she didn't deny any of the rumors.
"Yeah well did everyone know that you're a lesbian?" she snapped back, laughing maniacally and I instantly froze.
The air was filled with tension. I felt Charlie place a hand on my shoulder, showing her support but I shrugged it off unintentionally. I stepped closer to Taylor really getting in her face, standing my full height and towering her. "At least that's not contagious," I hissed through gritted teeth.
If there was about to be a showdown, I was all for it because I was born in Lima Heights and let's face it she had no chance.
"Sandbag, Carrot Top and Supermodel. My office now!" Coach Sylvester yelled down the hall. "And for the rest of you get to class!"
Everyone scattered as the three of us rushed to Sue's office. We sat down while Sue slowly paced behind us. "A certain video aired on every TV recently. Taylor opened her mouth to talk but Sue cut her off. "Now I really don't care who did it but what I do want to know is it true T?"
Taylor frowned, hanging her head low and nodded. Sue leaned against her desk, taking a sip of her daily power shake. "Well I'm sorry to tell you but you're off the cheerios."
"But Coach!"
"No buts. We can't have someone as contagious as you on my squad. I expect for you to hand in your uniform by the end of the day. I might have to torch or fumigate it. You may leave now," she dismissed her.
Taylor quickly got up and ran out sobbing. Charlie and I glanced at each other. She was probably feeling bad for Taylor but I couldn't care less, the bitch deserved it. Someone had to peg her down a notch.
"Now is it true sandbags?" she directed to me.
"Is what true coach?" I asked, hoping she would make some smartass remark about my boob job or about how gay Glee is.
She walked around her desk and sat. "Is it true you play for the same team?" she asked nonchalantly.
I gaped at her before having to answer her. "Yea…yes coach."
Sue shook her head almost looking like she was disappointed. "Sorry S but you're off the team too."
Charlie and my eyes widened. "What?"
Sue swirled in her chair and lifted her hands in a 'can't do anything about it' way. "Sorry but since you're a lesbian most of the girls will feel uncomfortable in practice, the locker rooms and other events."
I got up and leaned over her desk. "That's bullshit!"
Charlie put a hand on my arm to calm me down. I glared at her but I slowly softened, sadness washed over me. It was like we were talking telepathically because I eventually relaxed then sat down.
"Santana is valuable asset to our team. You can't just kick her off the team because of her sexual orientation," Charlie stuck up for me.
"Sorry girls it's out of my hands," she stated, reading over an article. "Santana hand in your uniform by the end of the day and congrats Charlie you're head cheerleader now."
I was beyond pissed and couldn't stand being here anymore. I got up and was about to leave until Charlie spoke up. "Wait!"
I stopped and Coach Sue looked up from the newspaper. "If you kick Santana off the team then you should kick Brittney off."
My eyes widened. What the hell is she doing? "Charlie!" She quickly hushed me so she could finish.
"Or Roxie, me and plenty of girls on the team."
Sue glared at her. "You're bluffing," she volleyed back.
She shrugged. "Try me."
Her eyes widened and I knew Charlie had her. "I could also just sue you and this school if you kick Santana off the team because I know my father wouldn't be happy about this."
Sue got up and towered over her desk then walked over to Charlie, patting her back. "I remember when I first met you. I let you off the hook of my wear your cheerios outfit at all times. I let you wear the outfit during practice or game days. I tolerated you joining that glee club," she spat through gritted teeth. "What makes you think I would negotiate with you about this?"
Charlie stood up, folding her arms. "Because if you want a winning team, you will do whatever it takes. And you'll make Santana captain of the cheerios," she confidently said.
She laughed, shaking her pointer finger at Charlie. "I like you because you remind me of a young Sue Sylvester." She stood there biting her bottom lip in thought. "Ok sandbags. Congratulations you're the captain of the cheerios."
I grinned madly then nodded too happy to speak. "Now both of you leave. I need to find a replacement for Carrot top and this is the time where I write how much I loathe one Will Schuester and how he puts too much margarine in his hair."
I got up quickly to leave but noticed Charlie wasn't following. "Coach I know exactly who can become a cheerio and she's the perfect candidate who can lead us straight to nationals," she offered.
I turned around confused but then it hit me. I knew exactly where she was getting at. Sue looked at her intrigued. "I'm all ears supermodel."
Finn POV:
"You know I really like Mimi. She's all kinds of hot." Rachel lifted her head from my arm and sent me a glare while Sam and Charlie started laughing from above us.
"Someone's in trouble," Charlie teased.
I smiled at Charlie who gave me a confused look. "I can tell Charolette. Thanks," I teased back. She threw the closest pillow at my head. "Hey!" I pouted as she smiled sweetly.
"Ok children. No more games. The movie is on," Rachel ordered and just like that everyone went back to watching the movie. I pulled Rachel closer, hoping she forgot about my comment. She folded her arms and shifted further away from me. "No cuddling for you mister."
I heavily sighed. "Aww come on Rach. You know you're a thousand times hotter," I said, sending my lopsided grin; her favorite.
She melted and snuggled back into my arm. She looked up at me for a moment then slowly kissed my cheek, leaving the feeling of her lips imprinted for me to trace later. "Good save," she murmured happily.
"Yeah good boy Finny," Sam taunted; Charlie laughed along.
"Sammy be civil or I would be forced to embarrass you in front of you're girlfriend," she said, defending me. The laughing stop and I smirked at Rach, squeezing her a little tighter to tell her thanks. "By the way, thank you for letting us impose on your date. It was very kind of you both," she added.
Sam started to choke on his popcorn, causing all of us to look at him. "What? This isn't a date."
Rachel and I shared a look. "Sure," we said unconvinced. Everyone went back to watching the movie as I thought about the conversation Charlie and I had at the tire shop a few days ago.
Flashback:
I was fixing Mr. Baxter's engine when I felt someone staring at me. I looked up from under the hood to find Charlie sitting on the workbench in her cheerios uniform. She casually waved.
"Hey Charlie what are you doing here?" I lamely asked.
She started swinging her legs when she shrugged. "I was driving back home when I heard something funny going on with my bike. And just a week ago I tried to go to second gear and it completely shot. I couldn't even coast to the side. Do you think you can check it out for me?" she asked.
I stood there like an idiot before she raised an eyebrow at me. She lifted her hands to get my attention then I realized I was staring. I shook myself out of the daze and nodded in understanding. "Yea..yeah I can. Sorry," I mumbled and went back to finishing the car I was working on. "I'm almost done with this car and then I'll work on your bike."
"Okay," she said, jumping off the bench.
I heard light footsteps walking up to the side of the car. She leaned over and placed her head on her hand, watching me work. "So what was the blank stare thing about?" she asked, trying to make conversation probably.
I shrugged and I could pretty much feel her roll her eyes at me. "What? Never heard a girl talk about cars before?" she smirked.
I quietly laughed. "Ok you caught me. I guess it was just unexpected. I mean I know you have a motorcycle, I just didn't expect you to know so much about them."
She chuckled a little and nodded. "Yeah Sam thought the same thing expect he was shock that I even drove one."
Her smile widen when she mentioned Sam just like I grinned even more whenever I thought about Rachel or heard her name. "So Sam?" I tried to slip into the conversation. She stopped smiling and all of a sudden things got really serious.
"What about Sam?"
"I dunno. Nothing I guess."
"No come on tell me," she begged slightly pulling on my arm.
I smiled at her acting childish. "Well the way you look when you talk about him is the exact way I act about Rachel that's all," I said, finishing the car and closing the hood carefully.
She opened her mouth to speak then closed it and did that about five times before actually talking. She heavily sighed. "Is it that obvious?"
I stuffed my hands in my pockets and nodded. She frowned then walked back to lean against the bench. "I don't know what to do. I mean I'm attracted to him but…it's complicated. Plus Rachel told me his story and I don't want to push him into something he isn't ready for."
I nodded in understanding and sat down on the stool across from her. "Yeah I thought that about Rachel once but then I realized our whole story is complicated. We can keep fighting and having these extreme situations but at the end of the day we still love each other and that's all that matters."
I looked up to see Charlie with an awe struck face. She snapped out of it and shot me a small smile, soothing out her skirt. "I'll keep that in mind. Thanks Finn."
I grinned at her. I was never good at giving advice and stuff so it felt good to know I was useful. It makes me feel you know important. "No problem. I'm always here to talk when you need me."
She lightly laughed and leaned back with one arm holding her steady. "Anyway tell me more about you and Rachel. I want to hear your complicated love story," she playfully remarked.
End of Flashback
I was snapped out of the memory when I felt Rachel shift next to me. The movie was over and the credits started coming up.
"That was a good movie," Sam commented.
Charlie nudged him. "See told you so," she stated proudly.
"Next time we have to watch Avatar."
Rachel groaned. "You and that movie Sam."
He stuck his tongue out. "Just like you and Funny Girl. I just feel bad that Finn has to watch it with you so much," he teased.
"Hey I would watch it a thousand times just for Rach," I happily said.
Sam made a whipped sound then I heard Charlie smacking him for it. "Stop I think it's cute," Charlie gushed.
"Ow ok ok I surrender," Sam whined.
Charlie rolled her eyes then lightly kissed his cheek. "There better?"
Sam looked like he was in a daze but nodded. "Yeah," he quietly whispered.
Rachel and I shared a knowing look.
Yeah they're totally getting together soon.
Sam POV:
"Well I better go. I have lots to do for tomorrow," Charlie announced.
Rachel pouted. "Don't you want to stay for dinner?" she politely offered. I looked at Charlie hopeful. I really just wanted to spend more time with her so anything to keep her here would've been great.
Charlie smiled sadly. "Sorry I wish. Maybe next time," she said, saying her goodbyes to Rachel and Finn then they walked into the kitchen.
She turned to me. "I'll walk you to you're car," I demanded more than offered before she said goodbye. She hesitantly nodded.
"I'll be back just going to walk Charlie to her car!" I yelled towards the kitchen.
I opened the door widely, letting her go first. She turned towards the kitchen and yelled an early Happy Thanksgiving before heading out the door.
The air was crisp and it was a cool night, which was good since it was November. "The skies so clear and beautiful," Charlie said in amazement.
"Yes it is," I lovingly stated without looking up at the sky, I just kept staring at her. Her outlining in the moonlight made her look even more beautiful if that was possible. She finally looked at me and smiled widely. Her eyes in the night looked silver and memorizing.
"What?" I faintly heard her ask.
I shook my head. "Nothing it's just you're really beautiful in the moonlight." I blushed, hoping she wouldn't think of me as totally lame.
She laughed but not in a mocking way. It was an airy laugh; one I could always get use to hearing. "You're really sweet Sam."
We reached her car and just stood there. "Well this was fun. Thanks for the movie night," I said.
She hugged me. "You're welcome," she whispered in my ear. I pulled back slightly but still held her in my arms. We held our gaze for a second then she untangled herself from my arms. She walked to her door and was about to open it.
"Wait," I calmly said. She stopped and looked at me. I wanted to tell her how I felt about her and I didn't know how so I did the next best thing.
I should tell you.
I should tell you.
I should tell you.
I should tell you.
Well here we go.
I know this is something so here goes. (Here goes.)
She started to walk back to me and stopped when we were a few inches away from each other. She giggled and seemed to be enjoying this while I had a goofy smile on my face.
Who knows where?
Who goes there?
Who knows?
Here goes.
I gently grabbed her hands and brought them close to my chest bringing her closer.
Trusting desire, starting to learn.
Walking through fire without a burn.
Clinging a shoulder a leap begins.
Stinging and older, asleep on pins.
So here we go.
Who knows where?
Who goes there?
Here goes.
Here goes.
Here goes.
Here goes.
Here goes.
After the last line, I couldn't take it anymore and leaned in to kiss her, our lips molded in a short and sweet kiss. When the kiss was over, we just stood there with only our hands and foreheads touching.
"I've been waiting to do that ever since you kissed me in the hallway in front of Taylor."
She started to laugh again and the sound of her laughter only made my heart race faster and my smile widen.
This is the girl for me.
Hoped you all liked it. Ok so I have really great reviews and great people who constantly read this story. Thanks so much. I know I never say thanks but I would like to take the time to say thanks to all those who have added my story and those who have read and reviewed my work like: FinchelFan728, noro and AnnPatrick. You guys are great as well as all those that are reading and don't review. I love you all. Until next time have a goodnight or morning! Oh and I changed the title of my story because most stories do a senior year storyline and use a similar title so most people aren't interested when all the titles are the same. I picked We Are Young because I've been forming ideas already for the second part to this story. It would take place after high school and maybe college life is over. The title of the second half would be called Here's To Us.