Okay, school's done, so hopefully i'll update more now. I'm glad to see that you're still enjoying this, I'm doing my best. Thanks for all the favorites/alerts! Also, my first language isn't English, so if there's something wrong or I used something (word or expression) the wrong way, please let me know! Thanks again!
I don't own Glee, or any of its characters.
Rachel didn't know what to expect after her song… She wasn't sure if Quinn would hate her even more since she "made" all the club sing with her, or if the bullying would stop since, well she "made" all the club sing with her, even the football players. To be honest, Mike and Matt never treated her bad. They never stood up for her either, but Mike used to smile at her and Matt would even say hello. Noah… Well, she thinks it's better if she doesn't go there.
Just to be safe she walked in the choir room during her free period. It was quiet and she really enjoyed it. Sometimes, Kurt would join her, when David Karofsky was especially mean towards him. Still, she was a little surprised when she saw Matt walking in the choir room.
"Hey Rachel. What's up?" Matt said, walking in the room and smiling.
"Matthew." Rachel smiled. "How are you today?"
"I'm cool Rach. I mean, can I call you Rach?" He asked.
"As long as you don't call me Man Hands, Treasure Trail or those not so nice names some of the Cheerios call me, you can." Rachel answered. Actually Rach was something for Noah to call her, but she couldn't say that. And she was hoping he would call her something else. Wait, what?
Matt smiled sadly. He had nothing against Rachel. The girl had this huge talent and he was pretty sure she could rule the world if she wanted to. Like hypnotize them with her singing. And that was kinda scary too. But apart from that, he really couldn't see why the Cheerios didn't like her. He knew it was because of Quinn, but why did she hate Rachel? Absolutely no freaking clue.
"Did you want something Matthew?" Rachel asked.
"Matt. You can call me Matt." He smiled. "And actually I wanted to ask your help for the week assignment…"
Rachel smile grew wider. "Oh Matthew! I'm sorry, Matt! That's wonderful. Of course I'm glad to help you! Do you know who you want to sing to?"
"Yeah, I want to sing for Artie. I know we're not best friends, but he's so sad today and I heard him speak with Miss P. and…"
In that moment, Puck was walking in the halls, looking for Rachel. Yeah, that was weird right? But he kept telling himself that he was just trying to make her relax and be cool with the rest of the club, by joking with her about the texts last night. You know, how she didn't said no to kiss him better… Maybe he could make her loosen up a little bit. That's when he walked by the choir room and saw Rachel and Matt talking with each other inside. Not that it bothered him, but since when Berry and Rutherford were friends? They didn't saw him so he kept on walking. He knew that if something was going on between those two, he would find out sooner or later.
~Glee Club ~
Mr. Shue was already inside when the club started to walk in. He was about to start talking when Puck asked. "Hey, where's Berry and Rutherford?"
Everyone looked around. Well, that was uncommon. Santana was starting to get worried, but she couldn't let the others notice so she did what she was good at.
"Jealous Puckerman?" She whispered to Puck, sitting next to her. "Shut up Satan!" Puck whispered back. Then they both turned to the door and saw Rachel and Matt arriving together. Seriously, what was going on between them? First the talk during lunch time, now arriving late and together to Glee practice?
"Mr. Shue, I have something prepared for today. And I know that Rachel sang yesterday, but I could use her help, is that okay?" Matt said.
"Of course Matt, as long as you sing the most of it." Mr. Shue smiled and sat down.
"Sure Mr. Shue." Matt nodded and Rachel went to stand behind him. "So, this song is for Artie. I kinda noticed you were sad today, and I might have heard you talking with Miss P. Not intentionally, so I won't say a word, and it's your story to tell if you want to. But I just wanted to tell you this, and I think you'll understand once you hear the song."
Matt looked at Rachel, and she gave him a small smile and nodded. Then the music started. (Matt; Rachel)
Smile though your heart is aching
Smile even though it's breaking
When there are clouds in the sky
You'll get by (You'll get by)
If you Smile through your pain and sorrow
Smile and maybe tomorrow
You'll see the sun come shining through
For you (For you)
Light up your face with gladness
Hide every trace of sadness
Although a tear may be ever so near
That's the time (that's the time) you must keep on trying
Smile (Smile)- What's the use of crying
You'll find that life is still worthwhile
If you just smile (If you just smile)
That's the time (that's the time) you must keep on trying,
Smile (Smile)- What's the use of crying
You'll find that life is still worthwhile
If you just smile.
Smile though your heart is aching (Is aching)
Smile even though it's breaking (It's breaking)
When there are clouds in the sky- You'll get by
That's the time (that's the time) you must keep on trying
Smile- What's the use of crying (What's the use)
You'll find that life is still worthwhile
If you just…
You'll find that life is still worthwhile
If you just smile. (Smile)
"Wow, guys…" Mr. Shue started. "That was really amazing…"
"Thanks Mr. Shue. Actually Rachel was a really good help." Matt said, smiling.
"Thank you Matt. Rachel. It meant a lot. I…" Artie started.
"Artie, you don't have to, really…" Rachel said.
"I want to Rach. Cause till today I really didn't have anyone to talk to, but you guys were amazing, and that song really meant a lot, and it showed me that I have real friends now. The reason that I was so sad today, it's because it's the 8th anniversary of the car accident I was in. I was with my mom, we were coming back from my grandparents' house when our front tire burst and made my mom lose the control over the car. Anyway, I know that maybe I should be used to it now, and all, but the day is still pretty hard to deal with." Artie said.
By now, everyone had tears in their eyes. Of course, everyone knew that Artie had been in a car accident but that was it. Mr. Shue was very touch by his students. He spoke with Emma of course, but seeing the football player and the club diva to have such a nice gesture towards another gleek made him feel like he had really teach them something.
"So, thank you Matt and Rachel, for making me feel a little better and like I could speak with you guys. From now on, I'm sure that every time I feel sad about it, I'll remember this." Artie said, rolling to Rachel and Matt, making her sit in his lap and hugging her. Matt hugged them both.
All the Glee Club stood up and went to the three of them, joining their hug. Even Quinn, which shocked some of them. Santana was proud of Rachel. After all, she did agreed to be the backup so that Matt could feel more comfortable by singing to Artie. Puck was relieved. So this was they were planning… Okay, relieved? He really needs to figure out what's going on with him and why is he getting this thoughts lately. 'Cause there's no way he has feelings for Rachel and was jealous of Rutherford today. No freaking way.
Song was Smile, by Charles Chaplin. About the accident, I have no idea how it was, I just made it up! Quinn, Kurt, Rachel and Matt are done! Thoughts? :) Can you guess who's next?