First of all, I want to apologize for taking such a long time to update. My life sucked for a really long time and I didn't want to do anything, not even write which usually makes me feel better. Things have finally started looking up and I'm finally able to start writing again. I hope you can all forgive my long absence. I had some of this written a while ago so I'm not sure how it all goes together. The next update should be better and back to my usual writing. Again, I'm sorry for taking so long to update. Enjoy.
"I say we just drive and stop wherever sounds appealing," I said, folding clothes into my suitcase.
"But I want to have some sort of plan," Brittany said, packing her suitcase. "It makes me nervous to just drive."
"But that's part of the fun, just getting out and driving."
"I don't know, San."
"How about a compromise then?"
"What are you thinking?"
"Let's drive to Vegas. We'll spend a couple days there, if you want. Then we can drive up to Salt Lake City and after that, we just drive and stop wherever we feel like stopping."
"Ok. I can live with that." She smiled.
"Good." I smiled, pulling her close. "You were gonna have to live with it anyway."
"Oh yeah?"
"Yeah." I kissed her softly.
"Hey guys," Puck knocked on the door as he walked in.
"Hey," I nodded. "What's up?"
"You guys going somewhere?" He pointed at the suitcases.
"We're taking a road trip."
"How long will you be gone?"
"We're not sure yet. We're taking off tomorrow then working our way to Britt's parents' house in Ohio. We have two weeks to get there. We haven't talked about how long we're staying there or how long we're going to take to get back."
"Damn. Well Quinn and I are going to dinner tonight. I wanted to see if you two wanted to come."
"I'm not sure if that's a good idea."
"I talked to her yesterday. I'm pretty sure we have stuff straightened out. She was mad about the whole Rachel situation but she's ok now. Can you give her a chance?"
"I think we should go babe," Brittany said, nudging me slightly. "It'll give us a chance to hang out before we're gone for a while."
"Ok," I nodded. "We can go."
"Ok awesome," Puck smiled. "We're leaving at 7."
"Alright." Puck left and Brittany and I went back to packing. "If she starts trouble, I'm blaming you."
"Whatever you say babe," Brittany laughed, shaking her head.
"Remember you said that." I smirked. A few hours later, the four of us were sitting at the restaurant, having a good time.
"So Puck said you guys are going on a road trip," Quinn said, picking at the rest of her food.
"Yeah," I nodded. "We're leaving tomorrow. I'm pretty excited."
"That's awesome. Where are you headed?"
"My parents' house is the final destination," Brittany smiled, squeezing my hand.
"You must be excited," Quinn smiled.
"I am. It's been so long since I've seen my family." Brittany looked over at me and smiled. "And it's time for this one to meet my parents."
"Damn, Lopez," Puck laughed. "That's big."
"I know," I smiled. "But like Britt said, it's time."
"Are you guys stopping anywhere in particular on the way?" Quinn asked.
"Vegas and Salt Lake City for sure." I wrapped my arm around Brittany's shoulder.
"Then wherever the car decides to go," Brittany smiled, leaning into me.
"I always wanted to go on a road trip." Quinn leaned on the table, resting her chin in her hand. "My family was supposed to go on one one year but it didn't work out."
"Maybe the four of us can take one sometime." Brittany looked around the table, excitedly.
"Yeah, maybe," I smiled, kissing the top of Brittany's head. I checked my phone and sighed. "I hate to cut this short but Britt and I should get going. We have to leave early."
"That's cool," Puck nodded. "Are you guys going straight home?"
"Yeah. I wanna finish packing and get the car loaded up."
"I think we're gonna catch a movie."
"That's cool."
"Yeah so we probably won't see you before you guys leave. Keep in touch while you're gone. I want to make sure you're ok and stuff."
"We will."
The four of us said our goodbyes before Brittany and I left. Brittany got the rest of our stuff packed while I got it packed in the car. I walked back into the bedroom, finding Brittany passed out in bed. I couldn't help but smile. This girl is the definition of adorable. I finished getting everything together before climbing in bed. I set the alarm on my phone. Brittany stirred slightly. She reached blindly for me. I smiled softly. Scooting closer, I wrapped my arms around her. She sighed happily, cuddling closer to me.
"San," Brittany nuzzled my neck. "It's time to get up."
"5 more minutes," I mumbled.
"Get up."
I rolled over, burying my face in the pillow. "Mmmphmm."
"Santana, please get up."
I rolled back over slowly. "Do I have to?"
"I guess not. But that just means we don't get an early start on our trip."
"Fine." I sighed, propping myself up on my elbow.
"I'm gonna get in the shower. Are you gonna stay awake?"
"Yeah." I nodded.
She leaned down and kissed me quickly before jumping out of bed. I sat in bed a few minutes before getting up. I took my time finding something to wear. It had to be comfortable since we were going to be in the car all day. By the time I settled on something, Brittany walked back in wearing only a towel. I couldn't stop staring at her.
"Santana! Stop staring and get in the shower." Brittany laughed, looking for clothes.
"Sorry," I smirked. I headed to the bathroom and took a quick shower. It didn't take me long to finish getting ready. I headed back into the bedroom.
"That was quick." Brittany smiled. "Did you want to eat something before we leave?"
"That's up to you." I tossed my clothes in the hamper. "I'm not really hungry yet."
Brittany took a few steps closer. She looped her arms around my neck. "I can't tell you how happy and excited I am about this trip."
"I'm excited too, B." I wrapped my arms around her waist, pulling her closer. "It's going to be amazing. Just the two of us."
"I'm happy you're gonna meet my family. It really means a lot."
"I'll do anything for you, B." I smiled softly.
"I know." She smiled. "I'll do anything for you too."
"I know." I smiled. I kissed her softly. "Ready to go?"
"Yeah. Do we have everything?"
"I think so. I finished loading the car last night. So we should be good."
"You're awesome, babe."
"I try." I shrug and smile.
"You are." She kissed me softly. I pulled her close, hugging her tightly. "I love you."
"I love you. So much."
"Let's get going, San. I can't wait to get to Vegas."
"Ok, babe. Let's go." I laughed. I grabbed her hand and started for the door.
After spending five days in Las Vegas, we headed for Salt Lake City. Brittany loved it there. I'll admit it wasn't too bad. We spent a few days there and a few days in St. Louis before heading to Ohio. I was starting to get nervous as we crossed the border into Ohio. And my anxiety only grew as we got closer.
"San?" Brittany asked, eyeing me as I pulled into the driveway.
"Hmm?" I looked over at her.
"Are you ok?"
"Yeah. I'm just tired and extremely nervous."
"You have no reason to be nervous. My family is going to love you, just like I do."
"I hope so." I laughed nervously.
Brittany leaned over the center of the car and kissed me softly. "Just be your awesome, amazing self and you won't have anything to worry about."
"I love you." I pulled her in for another kiss.
"I love you." She smiled brightly. "Let's go inside."
I took a deep breath and nodded. Slowly, I got out of the car and met Brittany at the front. She took my hand as we walked up to the door. She knocked and I squeezed her hand tighter. She squeezed back, as if she was saying it'll be ok.
A tall blonde woman answered the door. She looked like an older version of Brittany. "Brittany!" the woman shouted before nearly tackling my blonde. "Oh honey, we've missed you so much!"
"I missed you too, mom." Brittany smiled, hugging her mom tightly. After a minute she pulled back and looked at me. "Mom, I would like you to meet Santana."
"It's nice to meet you, Mrs. Pierce." I smiled nervously, holding my hand out.
Mrs. Pierce looked at me for a second, long enough for me to lose my cool, or whatever was left of it. She looked down at my hand and back up to my face.
Before I knew what was happening, I was on the receiving end of a bear hug. "It's about time I meet the girl who brightens up my Brittany's world."
"She brightens up mine more than I could ever brighten hers." I said softly. I looked at Brittany, who was beaming.
"That's what I love to hear!" Mrs. Pierce smiled. She let me go and just smiled at us. "How about we get you girls inside and I'll fix something to eat?"
"Sure mom." Brittany took my hand and started to lead me inside.
"Want me to grab the bags, babe?"
"We can do that later. I'm sure you're exhausted."
"I am. Totally."
"Let's get a little bit to eat then go lay down. Sound good?"
"Sounds perfect."
The house was so warm and inviting. I felt at home right away. I followed Brittany back to the kitchen. Mrs. Pierce had just set two sandwiches out.
"Here you go, girls. Eat up." Mrs. Pierce smiled.
"Thank you."
"Thanks mom."
"What are you girls planning on doing today?"
"I think we're just going to relax." Brittany said, with a mouthful. "Both of us are tired and just want to chill."
"Cassie will be here tomorrow morning."
"Awesome."
"Do you want to go to the restaurant for dinner? Your dad will probably be stuck late again but he can take some time out for his long lost daughter."
"I'm not his long lost daughter." Brittany laughed.
"You never visit anymore."
"I know. I'm sorry but I should be able to more now."
"I'll send her out." I said, taking a drink. "I'll make sure she visits more often."
"Don't think you're not coming too." Both Mrs. Pierce and Brittany said.
"You have to come every time I do from now on." Brittany smiled, kissing my cheek.
"Ok." I laughed.
"We're gonna lay down for a little while, mom." Brittany said, taking my hand and standing up.
"Ok, if you need anything just holler." Mrs. Pierce smiled, taking our plates.
Brittany led me through the house to her bedroom. I chuckled a little when I walked in. The whole room was pink and purple.
"Babe, I don't know if I can sleep in here. It's too bright." I laughed.
"Hey be nice." Brittany laughed.
"Sorry."
"This bed's only a full so we won't have as much room as at home."
"That's ok." I pulled her closer. "It just means I get to be that much closer to you."
"I'm so happy you're here with me."
"Me too."
"Lay down, babe. I know you're tired."
"Aren't you laying with me?"
"I was gonna get our bags and start unpacking."
"Lay with me? At least until I fall asleep." I pouted slightly.
"How can I say no to that face?"
"It's impossible." I smiled.
"That's the truth." She smiled. She kissed me softly. "Let's lay down."
I kicked my shoes off and crawled on the bed. Brittany did the same. She rested her head on my chest and I wrapped my arms around her.
"I love you." I said softly, kissing the top of her head.
"I love you too." She squeezed my hip.
*Brittany's POV*
After about ten minutes, Santana's breathing evened out. I moved to get up but she tightened her grip on me. I chuckled softly and laid there a little longer. When I was finally able to get up, I snuck out of the room and got our bags.
"You're not sleeping?" My mom asked, sticking her head out of the living room.
"Nah," I shook my head. "I wanted to let San rest. She's been driving all day and I know she's exhausted."
"Come sit with me. You haven't told me much about Santana yet. I want all the details."
I followed mom to the couch. I sat at the opposite end and couldn't stop smiling. "Well we met at a club. She is a great dancer. Actually, I'm wrong. We met at the beach first then ran into each other again at the club. She's the most amazing person I've ever met."
"You've told me that a million times." Mom laughed. "Tell me about her family."
"Her mom died in a car accident when she was 16 so it was just her and her dad. He's a doctor. Their relationship was really rocky for a while but when I was in the hospital, it brought them together and they're working on their relationship."
"Does she have any siblings?"
"No but her best friend is pretty much her brother."
"What does she do?"
"Nothing right now but she wants to open a restaurant."
"That's a lot of hard work."
"I know and she knows but it's something she really wants to do."
"Does she take care of you?"
"Better than I could ever ask for. She cooks for me, she fights for me."
"Fights for you?"
"We were out one night and this guy kept hitting on me. I told him I wasn't interested but he wouldn't give up so San broke his nose."
"Oh wow."
"She's beautiful. She's caring. She loves me. And I'm gonna marry her one day."
"What?"
"I love her, mom. So much. I don't see my life without her anymore."
"I love you, honey." Mom reached out and pulled me into a hug.
"I love you too, mom." I hugged her tightly.
"I'm so happy you're here."
"Me too." I smiled. "I'm gonna go unpack before Santana wakes up."
"Ok, dear." She stood up with me and hugged me again.
I smiled and picked up the bags before heading up the stairs. I quietly walked into the bedroom and started to unpack. I turned around, facing the bed. Santana looked so adorable while she slept. I pulled my phone out, snapping a quick picture. I made it my wallpaper then went back to unpacking. I finished and Santana was still sleeping. I climbed back in bed, scooting close to her. She sighed and buried her face in my chest. I smiled and pulled her closer.
"Is it time for dinner?" Santana yawned.
"Not yet. Probably soon though."
"Do I have to get up?"
"Not yet."
"Good." She kissed my neck. "I missed you."
"How did you know I was gone? You were asleep."
"I don't sleep as good without you."
"You're too adorable."
"You know it." She pulled back, smiling.
I rolled my eyes. "You're lucky I love you."
"I'm the luckiest girl in the world." Santana smiled softly. She leaned up and kissed me softly. "So what did you do while I was asleep?"
"I had a really good talk with my mom."
"What did you talk about?"
"You."
"Me?"
"You." I nodded. "She asked me all about you."
"You didn't make me sound bad, did you?"
"I could never do that. There's nothing bad about you."
*Santana's POV*
I looked deep in her eyes and couldn't fight the smile or the tears forming. "I love you more than anything in this world."
"I love you too. So so much. You make my life better. You brighten my days. I want to spend the rest of my life with you."
"Girls," Mrs. Pierce knocked on the door. "Are you about ready for dinner?"
"Yeah mom." Brittany shouted over her shoulder. "We'll be down in a minute."
"Ok, sweetheart."
"Do I need to change?" I asked, looking down at my clothes.
"No you're fine." She kissed me softly. "Finish this talk later?"
"Sure." I nodded. I sat up, running a hand through my hair and letting Brittany's words sink in.
"You ok, babe?" She asked. I felt her hand on my back.
"Yeah. I'm still trying to wake up." I laughed softly. I stood up and stretched.
"Can you grab my phone, please?" She asked, putting her shoes on.
I grabbed the phone from the dresser and hit a button to check the time. I smiled when I saw her wallpaper. "You're a creeper, Britt." I laughed.
"What?" She laughed. "I couldn't help myself. You looked so peaceful and perfect."
"It's a good thing you're cute." I laughed while putting on my shoes.
"Ready?"
"Yeah. Does my hair look ok?"
"It looks great, San."
"Ok, let's go. I'm starving."
Brittany took my hand and led me downstairs where we met her mom.
"Ready to go, girls?" Mrs. Pierce asked.
"Yep." Brittany nodded. "We're starving."
It was a short drive to the family restaurant. It was cute place, nicely built.
"It doesn't look too busy right now." Mrs. Pierce said. "It should be easy for your dad to join us."
As we got out of the car, Brittany took my hand. I squeezed it gently, smiling. We walked in and were seated at a booth in the back.
"I'll be right back," Brittany said. "I'm gonna find dad."
"Ok, dear," Mrs. Pierce said as the two of u sat down. Brittany wandered off and I got extremely nervous. "So, Santana, I wanted to thank you for bringing
Brittany home. We've missed her so much."
"It's my pleasure," I smiled. "I know how much Britt misses you so I knew I had to bring her here. There's nothing I wouldn't do for her."
"That's very sweet of you."
"Well ma'am, I love Brittany more than anything. She's the best thing that's ever happened to me."
"I think we're going to get along very well, Santana." Mrs. Pierce smiled at me. I returned the smile.
"Look who I found!" Brittany smiled, dragging a man behind her. "Daddy, I want you to meet Santana."
I stood up and held my hand out. "It's very nice to meet you, sir."
He studied me for a moment before breaking into a smile and hugging me tightly. "Thank you for taking such good care of my Brittany."
"No need to thank me." I pulled away smiling.
"I'm still going to." He smiled.
"Dad," Brittany nudged her father, "can we eat now? We're starving."
"Of course dear." He smiled at sat next to his wife. Brittany sat next to me, putting her hand on my thigh. She lightly ran her fingers over the fabric of my jeans as we looked over the menus.
I smiled softly and leaned into Brittany. "What's good?" I asked, looking up at Mr. Pierce.
"Everything." He smiled. "I would recommend the chicken parm or the double bacon barbeque burger."
"That sounds really good." I smiled.
"It really is, babe." Brittany kissed my cheek and smiled.
Dinner went better than I thought. The Pierces were such nice people. I almost wish they were my family.
After dessert, the four of us sat around the table. Brittany and I were sitting ridiculously close. She was happier than I've seen her in a long time. "Well ladies," Mr. Pierce said, "I should be getting back to work. It was wonderful to finally meet you, Santana."
"You too, Mr. Pierce," I smiled brightly.
"I'll see you later at home." He waved at the table as he went back to work.
"Girls, are you ready to head home?" Mrs. Pierce asked.
"I think so," Brittany looked over at me. I nodded. "Yeah. We are."
The three of us made our way out to the car and headed back to the house. Once we got home, Brittany dragged me to the couch.
"What are you girls watching?" Mrs. Pierce asked, sitting in the recliner.
"I was thinking about putting in a movie," Brittany said, looking through the DVDs. I sat at the end of the couch. "Anything you wanna watch, babe?"
"Options?" I asked.
"Dear John, PS I Love You, or The Last Song."
"Depressing much?" I laughed. "The Last Song is fine."
"That ok, mom?"
"Sure, honey." Mrs. Pierce smiled from her seat.
Brittany put in the movie and came back to the couch. She laid with her head in my lap. As the movie went on, I played with Brittany's hair. I wiped her tears when she looked up at me after the movie was over. I smiled softly at her.
"Wanna head upstairs?" Brittany asked.
"Sure." I nodded.
"We're gonna go to bed, mom," Brittany said, standing up.
"Goodnight, girls," Mrs. Pierce smiled.
"Goodnight," I smiled softly.
I followed Brittany upstairs, yawning. "Tired?" Brittany asked, walking into her room.
"A little." I shut the door behind me.
"I know I've said this so many times already today, but I'm so happy you're here with me."
"I love you, Britt. I'll do whatever I can to make you happy."
"Before we went to dinner, we were having a little talk."
"Yeah."
"I meant what I said. I want to spend the rest of my life with you. I even told my mom I'm going to marry you one day."
"You did?"
"Yeah."
"Brittany, you're the most amazing woman I've ever met. I am so lucky to have you in my life. I can't see my life without you anymore. My favorite part of every day is waking up next to you and going to sleep next to you. I can't wait to do that everyday for the rest of my life."
"Santana, are you saying what I think you're saying?"
