A/N: Early update y'all. See I work in retail and unfortunately I have to be at work in the middle of the damn night so I will be sleeping when I normally update and I will be out all day. So for everyone celebrating with your families today I hope you have a wonderful day! And everyone who isn't celebrating today I still hope you have a wonderful day!
Here is part two of the road trip. Enjoy!
Warning: Sexy times.
Disclaimer: I don't own Glee, anything mentioned, any songs, quotes, or books used.
Chapter 11: Swept Away by Love
"She was struck by the simple truth that sometimes the most ordinary things could be made extraordinary simply by doing them with the right people."
-Nicholas Sparks; The Lucky One
/
California Pacific Coast Highway.
Rachel and Quinn had decided to forgo the beach and left early; they could go to the beach at Big Sur and they wanted to get there as soon as possible. So they were up early and ready to go by 5 am.
Now they were driving along the Pacific Coast Highway. It hadn't been part of the plan but this highway is something that everyone should see at one point in their lives. At least that is what all the travel websites say.
Quinn was driving, the top was down, the wind was blowing their hair wildly and it was a beautiful summer morning. Rachel slipped her hand into hers and rested her head on her shoulder and Quinn was on top of the world.
"Babe," Quinn said gaining her attention. "We should stop at the next scenic overlook. I mean this is just so magical and beautiful I want to document it," she said and Rachel beamed she would love to add those pictures to her scrapbook but she took the opportunity to pick on Quinn.
"Oh and I'm the nerd," she teased and Quinn pouted.
"Okay fine we don't have to."
"NO!" Rachel shouted louder than she had meant to and Quinn withheld a chuckle. "No I was just kidding. I really want to."
"Yeah because you want pictures for your scrapbook," Rachel pouted and pulled her hand free but Quinn rested her hand on Rachel's thigh. "I'm only teasing baby… I really look forward to seeing your scrapbook and having it to look back on this time for years to come." Rachel tried to fight the smile but in the end she couldn't.
"You're really good at digging yourself out of trouble."
"I know," she responded and an arrogant smile spread across her lips when Rachel took her hand again.
After a brief stop to take pictures and make out for a while; they were off again.
"What do you think about camping when we get to Big Sur?" Quinn asked and Rachel smiled.
"Really?" She loved the idea.
"Yeah I mean, we could stay in a hotel if you want but they have these amazing campgrounds and we can just stop at a store and grab a tent," she saw Rachel thinking about it and got the wrong idea. "We don't have to its fine," she finished and Rachel's hand landed on her knee.
"No Quinn… I really like the idea."
"You do?"
"Yeah I do… I'm sorry I didn't answer right away I was just thinking about another night in a tent with you…" she trailed off and both girls were thinking back to last summer and their night in the tent away from the glee club.
"Yeah that was magical," Quinn hummed and Rachel smirked. She loved this side of Quinn and she would never tire of it.
"Well then what do you say we make tonight magical as well?" Quinn squealed- in a very Rachel like way- and kissed Rachel's cheek.
/
3 hours and 11 minutes later.
Arroyo Grande, California.
Quinn pulled into a gas station and got out, Rachel grinned at her chivalrous girlfriend; because Quinn knew that she hated pumping gas and only did it when absolutely necessary. Quinn leaned over and pressed a quick kiss to her lips.
"I'll be right back," Rachel said and Quinn nodded.
After filling the tank and restroom breaks they found a breakfast place for a quick breakfast and they were on the road again; Rachel at the wheel.
2 hours and 58 minutes later.
Big Sur, California.
Rachel pulled into the campground that Quinn had given her the directions to; they had stopped at a store before getting there to buy a tent and sleeping bags and a few other camping supplies plus food; and they were ready for a whole day to explore this place that Quinn had dreamed of seeing and then a night of camping under the stars.
After they checked into the campground Rachel watched as Quinn set up the tent.
"Why aren't you helping Rachel," she asked as sweat was dripping down her face and Rachel was sitting in the car.
"Because Quinn I am not skilled at those types of things… that is more your thing."
"What is that supposed to mean? And what about last summer huh… didn't you set up that tent for us?"
"I did but I had help from Tina and Sugar," Rachel said and Quinn rolled her eyes and put her hands on her hips.
"Rachel!" She whined and Rachel huffed.
"Okay fine," she got out of the car and slammed the door. "Stop being such a baby," she walked over to a very pissed off Quinn.
"Oh I'm a baby… what about you? You're sitting on your ass while I'm doing all the work," she saw Rachel grinning and that pissed her off even more. "You know what Rachel forget it! Just go sit on your ass and I'll take care of everything." Rachel laughed. "Stop laughing!" Quinn threw the tent down and started to storm away.
Rachel circled her hand around Quinn's wrist and pulled her back. Quinn gasped in surprise but when Rachel's lips covered hers she melted into the kiss. After a few moments of kissing the girl of her dreams Quinn remembered that she was pissed off at her and she pulled away.
"You know you can't just kiss me and everything is magically fine," she pouted and crossed her arms. Rachel withheld a smile and wrapped her arms around Quinn's waist.
"No… but I can keep trying," she cupped the back of Quinn's head and crashed their lips together. Quinn lost her resolve to remain angry when Rachel's tongue filled up her mouth.
"Mm," she moaned and slipped her tongue passed Rachel's and a battle for dominance began. Rachel knew she was in trouble so she let Quinn win this battle. She felt those arms wrap around her and pulled her closer as she explored that mouth; and Rachel let her.
Once the need for air became too great Quinn pulled out of the kiss and Rachel could see in her eyes that she was still mad so she smiled shyly.
"I'm sorry Quinn," she said sincerely and Quinn knew she meant it. "I wasn't trying to be a spoiled diva… it's just you are usually so good at this stuff that I thought you wouldn't need me and I shouldn't have picked on you when you asked for help," Quinn nodded.
"I forgive you… and you're right I usually can handle this stuff but I'm frustrated," Rachel moaned. "Not like that," she continued with a chuckle and Rachel's own smile widened. "And I'm so hot-"
"Yeah you are," Rachel cut in and Quinn blushed at the wanton look on her face. She wished this fucking tent was up already so she could drag Rachel inside and have her way with her.
"I'm sorry too baby," Quinn said softly and Rachel leaned on her toes and pecked her lips.
"Tell me how to help," Quinn smiled against those lips. "I mean when Tina and Sugar helped me last summer they actually just did it while I watched but tell me what to do and I'll help," she winked and Quinn giggled.
"You know what is the best thing about being with you Rachel?"
"My sweet ass," she teased and Quinn laughed harder.
"No… well yeah," Rachel giggled. "But the fact that even when you act like a spoiled brat you are still the most wonderful person ever and I just love you," she said with a heavy sigh.
"Well… I just love you too," they hugged and after several moments of holding each other Rachel spoke again. "Now let's get this tent up so I can fuck you in it," Quinn blushed and she also loved that Rachel's mind was just as dirty as her own.
Almost an hour minutes later they were finally at the famous Pfeiffer Big State Beach and both girls were so hot from putting the tent up and the makeup sex that they just ran into the water.
After swimming for a while and cooling themselves off they went over to their bags. Quinn laid out a blanket and Rachel began pulling out the food from the picnic they had packed and they sat there and ate.
"Quinn," Rachel called and Quinn looked over.
"Hm?"
"Tell me more about the fantasy you had of us here," she asked and saw Quinn's face flush.
"W-Why?"
"I don't know… I mean, I know that you liked me freshman year obviously but I guess I just want a glimpse into your mind back then… please, "she begged and Quinn could never deny this girl anything.
"Okay," she took a deep breath. "How we got here was never important every time I pictured it we were already here." Rachel nodded, smiled, and shifted so she was sitting on her knees facing her. Quinn could see the excitement on her face as she continued. "So I would lie down on the grass in my backyard and just let my imagination take me here. I had never actually seen this place but I had an idea from pictures. I would imagine us swimming, and holding hands while hiking. Relaxing on a blanket with you cuddled into my side as I read to you," Quinn bit her lip as the memories washed over her. Rachel fell deeper in this moment.
She leaned over and kissed Quinn who smiled into it.
"Did we kiss?" Quinn nodded and Rachel lowered her voice. "Did we do it," she whispered and Quinn squealed.
"You're such a perv!"
"I've met you Quinn," she said. "I know how you think… tell me?"
"Okay," Quinn bit her lip again and looked into Rachel's eyes. She knew that Rachel wouldn't tease her about this so she told her the truth. "Every time I had this fantasy the stuff we did during the day always varied but what we did at night was always the same thing."
"And what was that?"
"We took a moonlit walk on the beach in the surf and held hands and then I kissed you and every time it took my breath away," she admitted and Rachel beamed at her. And then I'd have to run into the house and take care of myself." Rachel laughed at that.
"You are so cute Quinn Fabray."
"So are you," Quinn told her.
"We're doing it all."
"We are?" Quinn squealed.
"Yes," Rachel said and Quinn was suddenly thrumming with excitement. After lunch they packed up their things and went back to the tent. They changed into hiking clothes and went on a hike through the redwoods and it was everything Quinn had imagined it to be and more.
Especially the hand holding.
"I'm tired," Quinn whined.
"This was your idea."
"I know and it's been fun… but can we go back yet?"
"God Quinn you act like you're out of shape?"
"No I know I just…I kind of wanted to take you out to a nice dinner and we should get back and shower," she admitted and Rachel squealed and jumped into her arms.
"Why didn't you just say so?"
"Because I wanted it to be a surprise."
"Quinn I hate surprises."
"I know bu-" she couldn't say anymore because Rachel was kissing her and it was glorious.
After getting back to camp and having quick showers they went out to dinner and after a lovely dinner they were headed back to the car when Rachel jumped into the driver's seat. Quinn looked at her sideways.
"I-I found something on a Google search today and I'd really like to bring you there," she admitted and Quinn handed her the keys and got into the car.
"See, unlike you I'm not a baby about surprises," Rachel leaned over and kissed her cheek.
"You should be nicer to me… you're going to like this," Rachel promised before driving away. When they got there Quinn squealed.
Quinn squealed because up ahead of them was a building.
The sign read Henry Miller Memorial Library.
"Oh my god," she yelled and Rachel couldn't hide the smile she got seeing Quinn so excited.
"It's not really a library it's a bookstore," Quinn's eyes lit up. "And I want to buy you a book and then we can cuddle while you read it to me," the rest of her sentence was lost in Quinn's mouth because the girl was kissing the hell out of her.
"You make all of my dreams come true Rachel."
"And I always will," Rachel promised. "Or try to at least."
"You will."
After a while of Quinn searching the bookstore she picked out the book Tropic of Cancer; she smirked as she pulled it off the shelf. She had never read it but it was a very controversial book because it is very notorious for its sexuality. She knew reading this to Rachel would lead to fun times.
Once Rachel bought the book they went back to the beach and cuddled on a blanket and Rachel let Quinn read to her before it got dark.
The naughty nature of the book led to a very public make out session on the beach.
"I want you," Quinn breathed into Rachel's mouth.
"Me too… but we still have to walk the beach in the moonlight. So they continued to make out and as it got dark and the beach cleared out. Rachel and Quinn had their very first sex on the beach.
It was hot.
It was naughty, and slightly dangerous.
And it was amazing.
"Oh my fucking god!" Quinn squealed as Rachel pulled her face out of her center and watched as she licked her lips. "That was… mmm," Rachel had moved up her body and was now kissing her deeply. She tasted herself on Rachel's tongue.
"That was wow," She finished and Rachel smirked arrogantly. "And kind of crazy," she looked around and even though the beach was deserted and it was dark now she was still nervous.
"Well it's your own fault… did you pick the naughty book on purpose?" Rachel wondered, Quinn bit her lip and nodded.
Quinn flipped them over and was lowering herself down Rachel's body to return the favor but Rachel's hand on her head stopped her.
"We can't I'm too nervous," Rachel said and Quinn rolled her eyes.
"You're fine with getting me naked in public but not yourself?"
"I'm sorry babe," she said and sat up. "I just… I am nervous," Quinn smiled and nodded. She got to her feet and pulled Rachel up.
"Okay," she gave in- as usual. "Come on let's complete this fantasy so that I can take you back to the tent and eat you all night long."
"Fuck Quinn," Rachel husked and felt herself throbbing at the thought. Quinn packed the blanket into her tote and grasped Rachel's hand.
They walked up and down the beach hand in hand, enjoying the sound of the water rising and falling with the tide and after a few minutes Rachel stopped and faced her.
"I'm so in love with you Quinn," she whispered. "And I can't imagine being happier than I am when I'm with you."
"I'm so crazy in love with you too Rachel… and today, this whole trip… the last three years for that matter have been the best of my life and you continue to make me happier with each passing day." Rachel giggled. "What?"
"You're so cheesy," she said and Quinn pushed her but Rachel held her tight. "And I fucking love it," she stared at Quinn's lips. "Kiss me Quinn… just like you always dreamed of doing in this place."
Quinn reached up and tangled her fingers in those silky locks and leaned her head down. Their lips connected in the sweetest way and as they deepened the kiss with love fueling desire they were both swept away by love.
After that amazing kiss Rachel looked through the tops of her eyes at her dream girl.
"Was it everything you ever imagined?"
"It was better," she replied and Rachel nodded. "Because it was real," she kissed her again and this time the passion took over and Rachel moaned.
"Tent… now," she demanded and Quinn nodded.
And when they got back to the tent Quinn fulfilled her promise to Rachel and had her head buried between those incredible legs for well into the night.
The day was literally better than Quinn could've ever imagined.
2 hours and 43 minutes after leaving.
San Francisco, California.
They got up at around 6 am packed everything and were on the road by 7. Which meant they got into San Francisco early enough and it worked out well because the pride parade was later that afternoon; everything had gone according to plan… well mostly. They had given themselves a couple of extra days for anything to have gone wrong but it still worked out even with the extra stops. They were in San Francisco early enough to sightsee and still enjoy the parade.
They checked into a hotel, and went out for breakfast before taking in the sights of the city. They bought some rainbow things to wear to the parade and after seeing the Golden Gate Bridge and a few other things they went back to the hotel to get ready for pride.
At the pride parade; they were both amazed at what they were witnessing. Yeah they were obviously used to having gay people around them but for two girls from the small town of Lima, Ohio they were blown away by the amount of people that were there to show support of love.
And they were swept away by this outpouring of support.
Love is love.
And as they marched alongside thousands of people of all genders, shapes and sizes, ages and ethnicities. From gay people to straight supporters and every identification in between they never felt so surrounded by love and it brought tears to their eyes.
"This is…" Rachel trailed off as she was overcome with emotions. Quinn draped her arm over her shoulder and pulled her into her side.
"I know," Quinn agreed with her unfinished thought.
"I'm so glad you thought of this baby," Rachel whispered and Quinn hugged her tighter. "It's beautiful."
"It's so beautiful," Quinn agreed. "I feel honored to be a part of this," Rachel smiled up at her and kissed her cheek.
After spending hours celebrating and taking tons of pictures; Rachel had even sent a picture of themselves in front of a huge crowd to her dads and Quinn had sent the same picture to Santana.
Rachel's phone beeped and right afterward Quinn's beeped.
From Daddy: That is so beautiful baby girl. Your dad and I are so proud of you and Quinn… we love you both.
She replied and then read Quinn's text over her shoulder.
From Santana: That's fucking hot Q… wish I was there. We needs to do that together someday just the four of us.
Quinn smiled and replied.
From Quinn: We definitely do.
From Santana: Whenever… wherever. Britt says hi.
Quinn sent her a quick reply and then turned to her girl.
"Ready to go back to the hotel," Rachel nodded. "We have an early day tomorrow."
"Mm, baby… I can't wait to spend the night being wrapped up in your arms," she said and with that they rushed back to the hotel to do just that.
And it was a perfect ending to another perfect day.
/
3 hours and 11 minutes after leaving.
Red Bluffs, California.
Again they left extremely early to get there as early as possible. Their next destination was Crater Lake which was one of Rachel's choices and wanted Quinn to be surprised by its beauty. She was so excited to get there but they had a few hours of driving to do first. Rachel pulled into a truck stop, for gas, restroom breaks and to switch drivers.
After filling the tank Quinn went to the restaurant that was at this truck stop and got then a quick breakfast to go and they were on the road again. They were rushing a bit because they wanted to get there as soon as possible.
Rachel pulled her into a heated kiss as soon as she got back in the car.
"What was that for?"
"No specific reason I just missed those lips," she said and Quinn smiled and winked.
"Oh okay," she kissed Rachel's cheek before she pulled back onto the highway.
/
3 hours later.
Klamath Falls, Oregon.
Another quick stop where they gassed up used the facilities and were off again. They decided to hold off on lunch until they got there because it wasn't too much further away. Rachel jumped into the driver's seat and drove off, with Quinn cuddled close to her.
She loved that feeling.
1 hour and 37 minutes later.
Crater Lake National Park.
After checking into the Crater Lake Lodge, and eating lunch they were off to the National Park and Rachel was so excited for Quinn to see this. Sure she was also excited to see it too because this is the place she had always wanted to see but she had at least seen pictures.
Quinn was blown away by the wonder of Crater Lake… it was truly astounding.
The first thing they did was go to the overlook and Quinn took tons of pictures. She knew this was the place Rachel wanted to see the most so she went nuts with her camera and Rachel watched with pride knowing she was doing it for her.
Then they went on a walk through one of trails and just spend the day admiring this amazing natural wonder. They went back to the overlook in time to watch the sun setting and it was incredible beauty.
Quinn took pictures of it and Rachel watched her. Once she was done, Quinn wrapped her arms around her girl's waist from behind and Rachel's head leaned back into her chest and they watched the remainder of the sun setting.
When they got back to their room, they were exhausted. So they ordered room service and ate dinner while watching a movie.
It was simple.
And it was perfect.
After dinner they were cuddled in bed, which led to light touching and soft kisses. Which then led to a full on make out session. Rachel pushed Quinn onto her back and straddled her.
"I want you," she husked.
"You have me," Quinn said and then an idea hit her. This was Rachel's choice destination and she wanted it to be as memorable as possible. Like how Rachel made Big Sur so memorable for her. She flipped Rachel off of her and got to her feet.
"Baaabbyyy!" Rachel whined at the loss of heat below her. "I thought you said I have you?"
"You do," Quinn said and licked her lips. "I-I just want… I have an idea," Rachel raised her eyebrows in wonder.
"Okay… what is it?"
"Get naked," she demanded and Rachel smirked.
"I like this idea so far," she said and Quinn giggled. I'll be right back. She grabbed Rachel's bag and pulled out the strap on," Rachel growled when she saw it in Quinn's hand. "Mm, I want that."
"You're in luck then… because you're gonna get it," Quinn told her; and then watched Rachel's mouth fall open. Then she watched as Rachel nearly tore her clothes off. Quinn followed suit and put the strap on and fastened it. Once she was all set she looked up and saw her girlfriend; and she gasped.
There before her was Rachel Berry; naked, spread out, and looking at her like she wanted to eat her. She moaned at that thought and climbed on the bed. She gripped behind Rachel's knees and pulled until she was flat on her back.
"Are you going to fuck me real good Quinn?" She asked innocently while threading her fingers into those locks.
"Mm hmm," she hummed while nodding as she felt herself gushing because of Rachel's words.
She lowered her head between those thighs and drove her tongue deep inside without warning. Rachel's fingers dug into her scalp at the sensation and her legs fell open wider.
"Oh yeah baby," and it didn't take long until those legs were wrapped around Quinn's head as Rachel came hard.
The first of many- Quinn thought arrogantly.
She gently lapped at Rachel's center until her breathing returned to normal and the Quinn picked her head up, met those eyes and pulled Rachel into a crushing kiss that they both felt to their toes. She moved her head down to Rachel's rock hard nipples and sucked on the right one while squeezing the left one. Rachel threw her head back.
"Quinn… uh fuck baby… I-I uh… I-" Quinn pulled off of her nipple.
"You what babe… what do you need?"
"I need you to fuck me," she told her and Quinn sat back on her knees.
"Okay," she smirked. "On your hands and knees," Rachel's eyes popped open and her core gushed at the thought.
"Oh fuck," she groaned and nodded. Quinn smiled and waited as Rachel got on her hands and knees. Quinn looked over all of that flawless skin as she got behind her and lined her dick up at Rachel's entrance.
When Rachel felt the tip against her she let out a loud growl and pushed back against it. She gasped loudly when Quinn pushed it into her in one thrust.
"Oh fucking hell," she moaned. Quinn thought for a second that maybe she had hurt her but the way Rachel was pushing her ass into her she knew that the girl was just fine. She leaned over pressing her own hard nipples against Rachel's back; leaving a trail of kisses down that back. She hadn't moved yet and it was slowly driving Rachel mad with desire.
"How do you want it baby?" Quinn husked and Rachel nearly came from her words alone.
"I want it hard and deep," she demanded and Quinn-of course- did as she was told.
"Oh my… oh my… oh my…" Rachel chanted as Quinn pounded into her. The sensation was incredible and she never wanted it to end but she wanted to come so hard at the same time. She felt Quinn's nails digging into her hips as their bodies slapped together in the most erotic ways.
It was fucking hot and she wondered why they had waited so long for this.
Quinn on the other hand was fighting her orgasm. She was ready to come the second Rachel's walls tightened around the strap on and she felt it pulling away from her body and then ramming back against her clit again with each thrust.
She opened her eyes and saw that Rachel was looking over her shoulder at Quinn. Their eyes locked and both girls started to fall over the edge.
"Wreck me Quinn," she said in that sexy tone and that was all it took. Quinn started to pound into her with renewed vigor as her own orgasm was crashing around her; she felt and saw Rachel tumble over the edge.
After screaming each other's names, they both collapsed to the bed- well Rachel collapsed to the bed. Quinn collapsed on top of her- with the strap on still buried deep inside.
"Holy fuck," Rachel breathed into the sheet. She then felt Quinn leaving soft kisses across her shoulder. Then she felt the strap on sliding out of her and she groaned at the empty feeling but then Quinn was beside her and holding her and everything was beautiful.
Quinn pushed the hair off of Rachel's sweaty forehead.
"How was that?"
"That was incredible baby," Rachel hummed and Quinn kissed her lips.
"Tired?" She asked and Rachel nodded. No more words were spoken as they both fell asleep with their legs tangled and their arms wrapped around each other.
3 hours and 32 minutes after leaving.
Salem, Oregon.
The girls got up early and Quinn was in the shower when Rachel joined her. They had passed out after their fun the night before; but that didn't stop them from having a little more fun in the shower.
They were on the road an hour later; Quinn stopped in Salem, Oregon for gas and breakfast.
It was a quick stop and after breakfast they were off again.
/
3 hours and 51 minutes later.
Seattle, Washington.
Rachel had parked in the parking garage of the hotel they were staying at. They had arrived just in time for lunch.
After lunch they decided to go sightseeing. They wanted to get the most out of the night here so they got as much in during the day so that Quinn could go to the library after it got dark.
After going to the top of the space needle for some amazing aerial views they walked around downtown and then went to the library.
Rachel smiled at the look on Quinn's face as they walked up to it.
It was like a kid in a candy store.
Or a nerd at a library.
She laughed internally at her own thoughts.
After admiring and taking pictures of the amazing architecture Quinn dragged her inside where she flitted among the stacks.
It was watching her doing this that got Rachel going and she all of a sudden wanted to fulfill another fantasy; making out in the stacks at a library.
Not sex though.
She was so not a fan of having sex in public… well almost.
She grasped Quinn's hand and dragged her to a more deserted section of the library and pushed her against the shelf. Quinn gasped but then Rachel's lips were on her and she was in heaven. She kissed her back with fervor as Rachel's hands slid over her ass she moaned into it.
Then she came to her senses and remembered that they were in a fucking library. She pushed Rachel off of her.
"Rachel we can't," she said louder than she had meant to.
"Shh… we're in a library Quinn," Rachel teased and started to kiss her neck. Quinn's mind and body were in disagreement over whether or not to stop her. She arched her neck to give Rachel room but then she whispered.
"Baby… we can't… not here."
"I know," Rachel said in between kisses. "I just have always wanted to make out in a library and now I have." She pulled off of her neck and admired the hickey she had just left. She bit her lip and Quinn knew by the guilty look on her face that she now had a hickey but she couldn't bring herself to care.
"Now go be a nerd," Rachel told her with a gentle pat on her ass. Quinn winked at her and went back to flitting around in the books and Rachel may have gotten Quinn's camera out and took several pictures of the nerd Quinn in her natural habitat.
She again laughed at her own thoughts.
After about an hour of watching Quinn play in the books they left and went out for an amazing dinner at a four star restaurant to round out another amazing day- in a whole trip full of amazing days- by going back to the hotel and making love.
It was beautiful.
Just like every other night of this trip so far.
And Rachel was again swept away by the love of this woman.
They left Seattle early. They had another long stretch of the trip ahead of them but they were doing it all day rather than during the night.
They packed up the car and Quinn was driving out of Seattle by 5 am again.
3 hours and 41 minutes later.
Ritzville, Washington.
They stopped at a gas station, for the usual and then found a nice breakfast place to eat at. After eating Rachel jumped into the car for her shift and Quinn looked over at her again.
"Will you sing to me again?" Rachel smiled.
"Of course."
"I really miss your voice babe," she continued and Rachel kissed her. That led to a make out session that had them leaving a bit later than they thought they would.
But it was totally worth it.
And of course Rachel sang to her for a good part of the drive.
/
2 hours and 11 minutes later.
Kellogg, Idaho.
They stopped early. Rachel parked at the pump and ran to the bathroom. Quinn watched her go giggling at how adorable the girl was. After gassing up and getting food for the road they were off again.
As Quinn pulled onto the highway Rachel smiled at her.
"This is so awesome."
"What driving?" Quinn wondered.
"No… I mean yeah… I mean all we're doing is driving right now but I am having the time of my life because I'm with you. It's one of those things."
"One of your famous small moments?" Quinn asked and Rachel nodded.
"Yeah… the simplest things in life can be made so extraordinary just by being with the right person," Quinn felt butterflies.
"And I'm the right person?"
"You always have been Quinn," she kissed her cheek. "You're the only person… ever."
"Good to know," Quinn reached for her hand and interlocked their fingers.
/
3 hours and 42 minutes later.
Butte, Montana.
When Quinn pulled into the gas station she turned to Rachel.
"Please pump the gas this time… I really, really have to go," she whined and Rachel- who could never resist that pouty face nodded. Quinn ran to the bathroom.
When Quinn got out of the bathroom; the top was up on the car and it was parked in a parking spot and she didn't see Rachel but as she got closer she saw her in the backseat.
She poked her head in and looked at her.
"What are yo-" the words died in her throat when she saw lust in her eyes.
"I want you Quinn… right this second," she opened her legs and Quinn could see that she wasn't wearing panties under her skirt. Quinn nearly fell on top of her as she scrambled to get into the car and tripped over the seatbelt. Rachel was laughing at her as she straddled those hips but the laughing ended when Quinn pushed two fingers into her soaking wet hole.
"Yes Quinn," she hummed. She wrapped her arms around Quinn's neck and rode those fingers.
After Rachel returned the favor they both cleaned up in the restroom before taking off again.
/
3 hours and 40 minutes later.
Yellowstone National Park.
Rachel pulled into the hotel parking lot and it was late. They checked into the hotel, ordered room service, and they both passed out shortly after eating dinner.
The next morning they did something that had been rarely done on this trip; they slept in. While Quinn slept Rachel went out to get them some breakfast which was where she was when Quinn woke up alone. There was a note on Rachel's pillow.
Quinn,
I'll be back in a few I went to get us some yummy breakfast
before we spend the day being tourists. I love you Angel.
xo- Rachel
Quinn was in the shower when Rachel returned and when she came out in her towel she saw her amazing girlfriend standing before her holding a gardenia in her hand while a lovely breakfast was spread out on the small table.
"Rachel," she cooed and Rachel beamed at the happy tone. Quinn stepped forward and took the flower from her and pressed a sweet kiss to those incredible lips. "You didn't have to do all of this."
"I know… but I wanted to… I love you."
"I love you too," Quinn said. "Let me get dressed and then we'll eat."
"Or you could stay in the towel and then after breakfast I could have dessert," Quinn arched her eyebrow at that.
"I like that idea."
"I thought you might."
After eating breakfast… and dessert they got ready and spend the entire day being complete touristy nerds while they explored Yellowstone National Park.
And it was great.
They took a nap because they had another huge drive ahead of them again so they decided to leave after eating an early dinner.
2 hours and 37 minutes after leaving.
Greybull, Wyoming.
Quinn pulled into a gas station and after filling up and using the facilities they were off again.
/
3 hours and 18 minutes later.
Gilette, Wyoming.
Rachel pulled into a truck stop. She had woken Quinn up thirty minutes before stopping and Quinn pumped the gas while she went into the store to get coffee for her baby.
After returning Quinn kissed her and took the coffee.
"Sleep well my love," she said and Rachel pulled a blanket around herself.
"I will," she said dreamily and Quinn knew she would be sleeping soon.
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3 hours and 1 minute later.
Wall, South Dakota.
Quinn pulled into a gas station. She had seen signs for miles about a drugstore in this city and was surprised because when she pulled into the city the sign said the population was 781 people and she was curious about what was so special about this drug store and if it hadn't been the middle of the night she would've definitely stopped.
Rachel had been awake for a while now and she saw the signs too. She must've been thinking the same thing because she turned to Quinn as they parked at the pump.
"We're going to have to check out this drug store if we're ever in this town again," she said and Quinn smiled.
After bathroom breaks and getting coffee they were on the road again. Quinn cuddled under Rachel's blanket and also was asleep pretty quickly.
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3 hours and 31 minutes later.
Mitchell, South Dakota.
Rachel pulled into a truck stop. She had woken Quinn up and they were both starving it was almost 9 in the morning so they ate at the small diner and were on the road again.
Quinn watched as Rachel cuddled under the blanket and she kissed her cheek just as she was drifting off to sleep.
Quinn took off. There was about 4 and a half hours left to get to Clear Lake and she decided to drive the whole thing and let her baby rest.
4 hours and 28 minutes later.
Clear Lake, Iowa.
Quinn pulled into the parking lot of their hotel and roused Rachel from her sleep. Rachel rubbed the sleep out of her eyes and smiled up at that angel face.
"It's my turn," she said quietly and Quinn shook her head.
"No baby we're here… I drove the whole way," Rachel sat up quickly and looked around.
"Oh… h-how come?" Quinn shrugged.
"I don't know I just wanted to get here and I wanted to let you sleep. Rachel smiled warmly.
"You're the sweetest," she said and Quinn kissed her cheek.
"Come on let's get a room so I can sleep with my girl… I hate it when I can't."
"I hear you on that baby," Rachel said and as soon as they got into their room they cuddled on the bed and were fast asleep within minutes.
When they woke up 2 hours later; they were starving so they found a place to eat a quick late lunch before going to the plane crash site.
There wasn't too much to see. It was basically just a field; there were two memorials honoring the people that died. It was simple.
And tragic.
And incredibly beautiful.
Quinn had wondered why Rachel would want to do something so morbid but being here and seeing this simple field of grass that was home to one of the most tragic days in music history; she understood.
It felt so hauntingly beautiful to come here and honor three of the most gifted musicians who were all killed that fateful day… and so young.
It made her feel lucky to be alive; especially after all she had been through, and when she looked at Rachel with tears in her eyes over the sheer weight of it… she felt so lucky to have that girl.
Meanwhile Rachel was feeling the same sense of loss but also enamored by the beauty and simplicity of this memorial. It was such a huge and tragic moment in music history and they could've made this huge and lavish spectacle but instead they just honored the fallen in a way that brought true closure and intricate beauty to this small field, in this small town.
And it brought tears to her eyes.
She felt Quinn's arms wrap around her and she instantly felt better.
She took a few pictures for her scrapbook and then turned to Quinn.
"Okay, let's go," Quinn nodded and took her hand. Their fingers interlocked and Quinn looked over at her.
"Are you okay," she asked and Rachel wiped her face.
"Yeah I… it's beautiful, a-and I'm glad we came."
"Me too," Quinn admitted and Rachel smiled. When they got back to the hotel Rachel flopped on the bed.
"So what do you want to do Rachel," Quinn asked. "It's like a…" she looked at the notes Rachel had made before continuing. "12 more hours of driving until we get home so do you want to leave after dinner and drive through the night again?" Rachel pouted.
"I don't want it to be over yet," Quinn sat down next to her.
"Me neither but where else is there to go?" Rachel took the map from her and looked it over and then her eyes lit up.
"How about… and I know we've been there but we didn't get to see much of it. But how about we stop in Chicago before we go home," Quinn's eyes also lit up.
"I love that idea baby," she said and looked at her watch. Rachel took out her phone and Googled the distance.
"It's about seven hours… if we leave now we'll get there at around eleven and we can sleep and spend all of tomorrow there before going home."
"Let's do it," Quinn said.
And just like that they were packed and on the road. They stopped for something to eat on the road and they were off.
3 hours and 5 minutes later.
Dubuque, Iowa.
Rachel pulled into a gas station and Quinn pumped the gas. Rachel went into the store and came out with two coffees and an armful of junk food.
"Baby," Quinn said with joy.
"What? I know you like this disgusting stuff for driving and I like making you happy," she said and Quinn kissed her.
"I love you so much," Quinn said before slapping her ass and running to the restroom, Rachel joined her after locking up the car and they had a quickie.
And it was so hot.
Quinn was driving and Rachel was cuddled into her side.
It really is all about the small moments- Quinn thought as she felt Rachel's warmth all over her and she wouldn't trade this feeling for anything in the world.
She really was swept away by Rachel's love.
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3 hours and 24 minutes later.
Chicago, Illinois.
Quinn pulled into the hotel's parking garage at 11:14 pm and then checked into a room at the top… for the amazing views.
When they got inside Rachel was looking out at the view and it reminded Quinn of the hotel in L.A.
And also like in L.A. they made love to the backdrop of the city lights.
The next morning they explored the city and just reveled in this city and it being the final stop on their trip. In the evening they went out to dinner and after a romantic dinner at an incredible vegan restaurant Quinn took Rachel to the karaoke bar that they went to the night the won Nationals and Rachel squealed with joy.
After a few drinks Rachel's name was called and she got on the stage.
"This song is dedicated to the love of my life," she pointed to Quinn who was blushing. "She has just taken me on an amazing adventure and I can't wait for the rest of the adventures we will find in our lives together. I love you Quinn," she blew her a kiss and when the music started Quinn swooned.
It was one of her all-time favorite songs.
In a lifetime
Made of memories
I believe
In destiny
Every moment returns again in time
When I've got the future on my mind
Know that you'll be the only one
As Rachel reached the chorus she winked at Quinn, who swooned again.
Meet me halfway
Across the sky
Out where the world belongs
To only you and I
Meet me halfway
Across the sky
Make this a new beginning of another life.
Before singing again Rachel saw Quinn mouthing the words I love you and she smiled and nodded.
In a lifetime
There is only love
Reaching for the lonely one
We are stronger when we are given love
When we put emotions on the line
Know that we are the timeless ones
Meet me halfway
Across the sky
Out where the world belongs
To only you and I
Meet me halfway
Across the sky
Make this a new beginning of another life.
During the music solo their eyes locked and Rachel saw a perfect future in those eyes… just like she always knew she would and once again she was swept away by Quinn's love.
Meet me halfway
Across the sky
Out where the world belongs
To only you and I
Meet me halfway
Across the sky
Make this a new beginning of another life
When the song was over Quinn nearly pulled her off of the stage; and into a heated kiss while everyone applauded.
And later in the hotel room; as Quinn hovered over her and Rachel stared into those beautiful eyes she fell in love all over again.
"The song was beautiful and it's one of my favorites."
"I know," Rachel husked and she moaned when she felt Quinn's fingers slide across her dripping center. She gripped her shoulders. "Make love to me."
"Always," Quinn said before claiming her lip in a truly beautiful kiss.
And she did.
Over and over again.
And 4 hours and 26 minutes later when they drove by the sign that read: Lima, Ohio they were both excited and saddened to be home.
It was such an incredible trip and they were sad for it to be over… but they both knew that many, many more exciting adventures awaited them.
And both girls were looking forward to every single one of them.
And- as always- to each other.
A/N 2: The next chapter will begin year two of college. I hope you all enjoyed Rachel and Quinn's adventure; I know I enjoyed writing it. Tell me what you think?
The song Rachel sang to Quinn was Meet Me Halfway by Kenny Loggins and the title of the chapter comes from the song Drowning by the Backstreet Boys.