A/N: Before this chapter I just wanted to say a huge thank you to everyone who's reviewed, your opinions mean a great deal to me and I'm glad you're enjoying this so far.

Chapter 3 – Moving In

Lea walked up the steps of Naya's new home and smiled when she saw that the door was open. As she was walking in she nearly collided with James. "I see we have strong good looking men to look at today." She said as he gave her a hug.

"More like sweaty boyfriends, I'll be back with more boxes in a few." He smiled and walked out the door towards the truck that was sitting out front.

Lea kept walked further into the house and spotted Naya in a fair size kitchen, especially for New York. "This place is amazing Nay." She said causing her friend to turn around.

"Hey." The girl turned around happily and hugged her friend. "You like?"

"I love." The shorter girl said as she smiled and hugged Jenna who was sitting at the kitchen island with a glass of wine. "And how are you Miss. Ushkowitz."

"Fabulous, glad to be home." As Lea sat down Naya's phone started to ring.

"Who is it?" She asked Jenna who was sitting next to her phone.

Taking a look over at the phone she smiled. "It's Di." Without handing the phone back to the girl that was unpacking and putting dishes in the cupboard. "Hi Miss Agron, Naya can't come to the phone right now because she's too busy making out with her sexy boytoy."

"I wish!" They heard James yell before Naya grabbed the phone out of Jenna's hand.

"Hi love."

Dianna laughed. "Is everyone at your new place?"

Naya smiled as she continued to put dishes away while holding the phone between her ear and shoulder. "Yeah, Lea just got here and now they are teasing me and about James, again."

"Good, put me on speaker I might as well tell you all together." Rolling her eyes Naya put her phone on the counter and pressed the speaker button.

"Okay go."

"So you know how when we were looking for your new place that the space below you hadn't sold yet either?"

Naya huffed. "Yeah what about it."

"Well we're new neighbours?" Dianna smiled as she stood at the kitchen entrance.

"What!" Jenna and Lea both yelled with excitement as they jumped up to hug their friend.

"Seriously?" Naya asked as she too moved forward to hug one of her best friends.

Dianna nodded. "Seriously, I figured it was time for something new and there are a lot more auditions in New York these days, I needed a change of scenery with all my favourite girls here." James walked in and cleared his throat. "And boy too."

Four hours later Naya was completely moved in to her new house. Now she sat sprawled out on the couch with Maurice at her feet, and three of her best friends at various other parts of the living room. James had gone home to get ready for his early call in the morning and he wanted to give Naya some space in her new house. That was one of the things that was so great about him, he knew her and he gave her, her space when she needed it. He wasn't clingy or over protective, he let her live her life.

By late Sunday morning all the boxes were neatly separated into their appropriate rooms. By late Sunday night her bedroom was completely unpacked, except for the few boxes of clothes that were in her new walk-in closet that she could deal with later. Maurice was lying soundly asleep on her bed when she watched his ears perk up. A moment later he jumped off the bed without a bark and wagged his tail as he ran out of the room. Naya heard one light bark before she heard the sound of paws on the hardwood floor coming back towards the bedroom. She was curled up in bed with her glasses on, a glass of wine on her night table and Hunger Games in her hand. It didn't matter how many times she read it, she seemed to love it a little bit more every time.

"Hey beautiful." She looked up from her book and smiled at James as he walked into the room.

"Hi yourself." He leaned over the bed and kissed her.

He smiled and he took in what book she was reading. "Hunger Games again?" She nodded with a happy glint in her eyes. "I think you've beaten my record now."

"You've only read it twice." He shook his head and held up three fingers. "Whatever, what's up? Have you come to cuddle before a crazy work week starts again?"

"Maybe, if that's alright by Maurice." He smiled and when he did Naya couldn't help but smile ask he started talking to the dog. There was just something so sincere and honest about him. It had taken her awhile to figure it out but once she did she realized it was his blue eyes that were filled with some much light. There was only one other person who had eyes like that and it was someone that she tried not to remember, she tried to not remember those eyes and how they shined even in darkness.

"I'm sure it's fine by him, he loves you more than he loves me."

"Impossible."

Naya thought for a second. "True."

A half hour later they were both comfortable in bed with Maurice at their feet when James leaned over and kissed the top of Naya's head. "What's been on your mind lately?"

She gave a half laugh. "Honestly?" He nodded. "Heather. Lea brought something up the other day and it's just been on my mind again."

"Anything you want to talk about?" He knew about Heather and how Naya had felt about her. That's how they had become such good friends, he turned into her Kevin that wasn't 3000 miles away. He respected the relationship they had had and never passed any sort of judgment on her for it.

"Not really, just happens sometimes. Besides not like I'll be running into her anytime soon."

One Week Later

Naya had finally finished a long week of work by the time Saturday had finally rolled around. It was a gloomy day in the city and there was a threat of snow which she was actually hoping for. So far it had been a somewhat tame winter and all she wanted was a little more snow. But while the weather was at least somewhat tame she figured a run would help her clear her mind. While working out was definitely not her thing, occasionally going on a run was a good way to not only get in a physical workout but to help clear her mind. She threw on a pair of black yoga pants, her favourite grey glee hoodie and her old faithful Boston baseball hat. She picked her ipod up off the counter, kissed Maurice on his head and headed out. Normally she took him with her but today she felt like some complete alone time.

She had across the park and all the way to her and Lea's favourite coffee shop. It was a little chilly so she figured that she might as well treat herself to a cup coffee. She was lost in her thoughts by the time she slowed her pace and opened the café doors. So lost that she hadn't noticed that someone was walking out of the café just as she was stepping inside. They collided nearly headfirst and Naya didn't look up until she heard the coffee fall on the ground outside, narrowly missing her shoes.

"Oh my, I am so sorry, please let me buy you another cup of whatever you were having." She looked up from underneath her baseball cap and her mouth dropped open.

"Naya?" The person questioned as a smile slowly crept onto her face. "You never called!" The other girl laughed as she held the door open and let Naya walk in. "Oh and you bet your ass you can buy me two more coffees since I know how much you make."

Once Naya was inside they stepped out of the way and that's when she wrapped her arms around the girl's neck. "Ashley!" She took the ear buds out of her ear once their hug ended and smiled from ear to earl. She had definitely missed the girl standing in front of her. What people tended not to know was that while she and Heather were quiet the comedic duo, her and Ashley were as well. There were nights when Heather wasn't home that Naya and Ashley would stay up cracking jokes or dancing around like fools. "What are you doing in New York?"

"Do you have some time? I could tell you after you get me that coffee you owe me."

Naya laughed and walked up to the counter. She placed her order and looked at Ashley who retold the cashier her order. Five minutes later they were sitting at one of the back window tables. "Okay so what brings you to NY?"

"Helping a friend find a place and taking a little vacation." Ashley said as she took a sip of her latte. "How's New York been for you?"

Naya smiled and took a relaxing breath without pressing further as to which of Ashley's friends she was helping move. "It's great, I didn't think I would like it this much but it has been amazing."

"About you never calling me…" Ashley trailed off as she watched Naya's cheek turn a little red under her hat.

"I wanted to but I didn't want to put you in an awkward situation. I did send emails occasionally though."

Ashley raised an eyebrow. "Yeah, that basically said hi and that you were alive but I did appreciate it. Alright but tell me what's going on with you? I know I told you in an email but your album was amazing, when am I getting a second one?"

Naya laughed shyly, the girl never knew how to simply take a compliment, and she was far too modest. "I'm not sure, I'm just busy with the show and movies I haven't really sat down to write in awhile."

"Well I can't wait to get hear it when you finally do and I'm so glad that things are working out for you. You really do deserve it even though you broke my heart."

"Thank you my darling." Naya smiled and took another sip of her coffee. "I guess the last time I would have seen you was at the wedding but work totally screwed me over. I was really upset that I couldn't be there and that I couldn't introduce you to James."

Ashley shook her head and then focused back on Naya. "Wait you really are dating James Lafferty?"

Naya blushed slightly once again and nodded. "Yes I am."

"That's great, you seem really happy."

"I am, like I said New York has been great to me. What about you? Any plans to move to the big city?"

It was Ashley's turn to laugh. "No, I'm definitely an L.A girl but I'll party it up here once in awhile, you know how I do."

Naya laughed so hard she snorted a little, she really had missed Ashley. "You wild child."

Ashley looked down at her watch and looked up apologetically. "I hate to do this but I'm supposed to have been at the place my friend is checking out right now."

"No worries, I'm just so glad I got to get run into you, I really have missed you." They stood up and hugged once again before exchanging each others new numbers. "You wouldn't know how to get to 5th and West Ave would you?"

"I do actually, I used to live around there, actually just moved out." Naya smiled and proceeded to give the girl directions as she watched her leave.

Putting her ear buds back in she tossed her coffee cup into the appropriate recycling bin and headed out of the coffee shop. This time she was careful to not walk into anyone when exiting. She still couldn't believe that of all people she could run into she ran into Ashley Lendzion. What did she didn't know was that Ashley was thinking the exact same thing, especially after telling Heather that running into one single person in such a big city was highly unlikely. She also couldn't stop thinking about the last time she would have gotten to see Ashley.

She had gotten the invitation in the mail. Her mom forwarded it to her after it was sent to her house because the blonde didn't know her new address. When she opened the 3x5 letter she was a little bit shocked but not by what it was but by the fact she had gotten an invite. As she jogged home, she remembered how it had happened.

4 and A Half Years Earlier

She had just checked her mail and was now sorting through it as she sat on her comfy new couch. A small puppy curled up in her lap, the pile of mail beside her. The writing on it struck as it was neatly handwritten. When she opened it her mouth opened slightly, her gaze fixed on the letter in her hands. She was so fixated on it that she hadn't heard the door open.

"Hey, you okay or are you attempting to catch fish?" James said as he placed a subway bag on the coffee table.

She looked up and smiled at him. "I wish I was catching fish, I'm starving, thanks for the sub."

"No problem, what you got there, looks fancy?"

Naya nodded as she sat down next to her and picked up the sleeping puppy, cradling him in his arms. "Heather and Taylor are getting married, this happens to be an invite to the wedding."

Instantly his demeanor changed from being playful to supportive. "You okay?" She nodded and he smiled comfortingly at her.

"Yeah, I knew it was going to happen, I'm just shocked that I'm invited."

"Why wouldn't you be?" He questioned, even though he had heard the whole story of their falling out.

"We haven't spoken in 6 months would be the best answer."

"Are you going to go?" He watched her facial expressions.

Taking a deep breath she nodded. "I think I am, if she invited me it's for a reason and if she's happy then I am happy for her."

"Why do you have that look on your face right now?"

She smiled brightly at him as she leaned over and pet Maurice. "What look?"

It was his turn to raise an eyebrow at her. "The look that you're about to ask me something."

"Be my date? You can't go to a wedding without good looking arm candy." She pouted and as his eyebrows relaxed she knew it was a line and sinker.

"Yes, I will go with you if you're sure you want to go."

It was later that night that she found herself back at the studio where she stayed all night putting the finishing touches on her album. She didn't sleep a wink that night as she finished the final song of the cd and it was probably the one that was the most honest.

Present

As she reached her front door she remembered writing her reply and subsequently a few months after that the letter that said she wouldn't be able to make it because of work. She really wasn't able to go because of work but she summed it up to be fate telling her that it wasn't her place to attend. Her feelings were still raw and vulnerable about the whole situation but she would have gone and put on a brave face. She would have done anything for the blonde in mention.

Meanwhile, across the park Ashley had followed Naya's directions exactly. She was now standing at the corner of 5th and West Ave waiting for Heather. A minute later the blonde rounded the corner with a smile on her face. "Hey, where did you take off to this morning?" She questioned as she lead Ashley down the street two blocks before looking down at the paper in her hand and back up at the address of the building.

"I went for coffee and ended up enjoying the city." Ashley didn't want to lie to Heather but when it came to Naya she didn't want to get the girls hopes up and she didn't want to push them together. She had this feeling that if they were in the same place long enough serendipity or fate would bring them together. To be completely honest she didn't care which of the two it was so long as it happened. "Is this the place?" She asked as Heather nodded, double checking the address.

The doorman let them in as they looked around for the realtor. Finally a man in a suit walked through the front door and walked directly towards them. "Hi, you must be Ms Morris, I'm Ethan Carter I believe we spoke on the phone."

Heather nodded. "Yes we did, nice to meet you." She went on to introduce Ashley as they headed towards the elevator.

They made their way up to the 12th floor. "This place just went onto the market not to long ago." He told them as he opened the door to reveal an empty apartment. It was spacious but not to big. The realtor showed Heather the kitchen and bedrooms while Ashley went off on her own to look around.

"Heather you might want to come in here."

Ethan smiled as he led Heather into the living room. While the room had a lovely fireplace and built in lights the only thing Heather could look at was the view. She moved until she was standing next to Ashley. They looked out over the park and Ashley was sure that she had never seen such a beautiful view.

"I'll take it." Heather said as she continued to stare out the window, the view was captivating. Something about it spoke to her and as she looked out the window she couldn't help but picture Naya standing out the window doing the exact same thing.

Ethan nodded with a grin. "I'll go and get the paper work." When he came back Heather was still staring out the large open window. "The asking price is 790,000.00, however I think the previous owner is pretty set on that price."

Heather finally turned around. "Wait, that's it?" He nodded. "I'm not complaining but that feels like a steal."

"The seller only wants to get back what they paid for it to begin with."

"It's perfect, I'll absolutely take it. When I can move in?"

"So long as everything pans out, tomorrow if you'd like."

She smiled. "Excellent."

Sure enough the next day Ashley was helping Heather unpack a few boxes in her new living room. "This place looks great already."

Heather smiled as she flopped down onto her couch, the view of the park in perfect view. "It just feels like home already."

"I suppose my work here is done then." Ashley sat down on Heather's legs.

"Do you have to go?"

Ashley rolled her eyes at her best friend's pouty face. "Yes, we discussed this already. I will come and visit frequently though."

"I'm going to be so lonely though."

"No you won't you have Zach and friends in the city, have you even told Lea and Jenna that you've moved to town?"

Heather shook her head no. "Not yet but I guess I probably should."

"Yes you should, but for now let's go for a walk and check out the neighbourhood." Heather groaned as Ashley stood up and started pulling at Heather's arms. "Come on, it's my last night, let's explore and get wild. Woo!"

Across the park Naya found herself walking arm in arm with James. He was holding an umbrella up for them as the snow they were supposed to get turned out to be rain. Once they got to their destination he opened the door and let her in before closing the umbrella. They got a table upstairs in the back so that it was quieter and more secluded. "Mmm, ice cream and coffee." Naya grinned as she gave the waiter her order.

"Your two favourite things." James laughed as he ordered himself a large chocolate and peanut butter sundae.

"Heather," Ashley hit her arm, "check it out its Serendipity, we have to check it out. Come on ice cream and coffee, you can't go wrong." Heather laughed as she let Ashley drag her inside, finding a place to sit next to the window so they could watch the cars and people walk by outside.

A half hour later Naya and James paid their bill and got up to leave. James got a cab as he kissed Naya goodbye and told her to call him when she got home. Since, for the time being the rain had stopped Naya decided to take a walk through central park, taking in the lights and happy couples walking hand in hand. She couldn't help but let her thoughts once again float back to Heather. The thought had crossed her mind to try and call the girl but she decided that it had been too long and too much had happened. The girl was happily married the last she heard and she didn't want to upset that balance.

Once again the rain started to fall as, Holding on and letting go by Ross Copperman, began to play on her ipod. Naya started to walk back towards her new house. Passing by Serendipity once more she looked inside, everyone in the shop seemed so happy. The rain began to fall harder as she spotted a blonde seemingly sitting alone in one of the window tables.

Naya stood still, there was something familiar about the women. She looked out the window, and Naya noticed her eyes, even from a distance and in the rain those eyes would always stand out. There was no way it could be who she thought it was because that blonde lived in California, but those eyes were so familiar. She stood standing in the rain, unsure of what to do or how to feel.

Now there she was, in New York, sitting in front of her. It was her she was almost sure of it, it had to be, and no one she had ever met came close to having eyes like that. Those eyes were special. As she was about to walk closer to the window she saw the another woman sit down across from her. It was hard to tell who it really was with the rain coming down as hard it was now so Naya chalked it up to her imagination playing tricks on her. She'd had to remember to call Lea and yell at her for getting thoughts of Heather stuck in her head. Shaking the thoughts from her head and looking back up at the window she noticed that the pair of women were gone. Closing her eyes she shook out the cobwebs and continued her walk home.

Heather and Ashley exited the parlour and got a cab. Rushing in to minimize getting wet Heather closed the car door and looked out the window. Personally she would have preferred to walk in the rain but it wasn't Ashley's cup of tea. That's when she saw her, walking in the opposite direction they were driving, soaking wet and looking more stunning than ever. There's no way that is Naya Rivera, no way. She thought to herself as the cab starting to pick up speed after being stopped at a light. She continued to look out the window, the girl was still walking off, but she had to know. There was no way she could go on not knowing. "Stop the cab!" Heathers sudden outburst caused Ashley to look at her weird but the look went unnoticed by the blonde.

"Miss I can't just stop the cab in the middle of the road."

"So pull over, I don't care just stop this cab now please." She was watching the girl walk away, fading off into the distance.

"Heather are you okay? Did you lose something?" Ashley asked, clueless to what had gotten Heather's attention.

Just my heart, a long time ago. She thought as she swung the cab door open, "I'm sorry, I'll explain later, meet you back at my place."

Heather Morris stepped out of the cab and started running after the girl. The rain was coming down harder, causing her to lose site of her old friend. Frantically looking around she saw her start to walk through the park. She took off running in hopes to catch her but she was gone. Discouraged Heather made her way back to her new apartment. Once upstairs she took of her wet coat and shoes.

"Hey what was that all about?" Ashley asked her once she had changed and come into the living room.

"Nothing, just thought I saw someone, is all."

Ashley knew then who Heather was referring to and she couldn't help but feel bad for her friend. "Let's watch some cartoons with Zach, you can warm up and we'll spend my last night here in style."

The blonde smiled slightly and sat down next to her friend on the couch but instead of watching the tv she looked out the window into the park. She wondered if it really was Naya she had seen and if it was where the girl could be now.

Once she was home Naya decided that the only way for her to calm her nerves was to relax with a big glass of wine in a bubble bath. After being in the bath for a few minutes she realized she was too restless to be lying still in a tub. Getting up she through on a comfy pair of sweat pants and a hoodie before calling Maurice. The dog came running as she grabbed the bottle of wine from the kitchen and headed out her front door, the dog following her. She walked down her steps and took a few more steps to turn the corner. Knocking on the door she waited for her friend to answer. "Hey, up for some company and a bottle of wine."

Dianna nodded with a smile as she pat Maurice on his head and let Naya in. "You brought me a cute guy so of course." Naya waited for her dog to make his way into Dianna's before following him.

"I have an interesting story for you."

"Sounds like we're going to need more than one bottle then." Dianna said as she closed the door and led her friend into her living room to be filled in on Naya's night.