Crap. I knew it would happen. Lunch had ended about 10 minutes ago and I had to come up with a way to sneak into 5th period. I peeked into the small window of the door to the classroom and spotted Kurt. I waved my hand around, trying to get his attention. He slowly rose his head from the worksheet he was completing and grinned.

"What," I mouthed towards him and made his smile even bigger. He pointed to me then mouthed Finn and made a heart with his index fingers. My blank expression gave him the signal to stop joking around and get serious. I pointed towards Mrs. Pillsbury, our English teacher, trying to tell him to create a distraction. He gave a thumbs up and a wink of an eye a glanced back at the teacher before he collapsed to the floor, making a gasping noise. Mrs. Pillsbury raced over to his aid along with a few other students. When I saw them surround Kurt, I knew it was chance. I silently opened the door and joined the crowd Kurt had collected.

"I'm okay, I think I just had a blackout because of these pills my doctor subscribed for my…glaucoma."

Nice lying skills. He couldn't think of anything better. People gave puzzled glances as they examined his eye. That's where I come in.

"What he means is that, ever since his father left the country for a board meeting, he's been having anxiety attacks and some of the possible side effects includes fainting and delusions.

Got it right in the bag. Understanding came across several of their faces as they went back to their seats. But Mrs. Pillsbury caught on.

"Ms. Berry, were you here at the beginning of class?

I froze in the middle of the walk way and decided to play the invisible card.

"Look, just because I write in the school's paper, doesn't mean I'm not the same invisible nobody I was before."

She gave me a concerned expression as I sat down next to Kurt. Just as the teacher passed us to her desk, we fist bumped with grins. A couple of people at our table joined in with the laughter as I saw Finn in the hall, waving at me through the window. Kurt, who was next to me, waved at him flirtatiously, trying to mock me. I nudged him in the arm while smiling.

"I don't wave like that."

"Sure you don't."

We giggled lightly so the teacher wouldn't hear us. Maybe I acted a little different around Finn, especially after we shared our moment on the cliff. But it felt like the real me, not a stranger I tried to change into. Funny thing is, it took half of my life to trust Kurt, but a week to trust Finn. Either he played the new kid card to well or I, Rachel Berry, am falling for Finn Hudson.

It wasn't a crush. It was thirst, crave, addiction and attachment. No matter how distant we seemed, I needed him more and more every second. I don't know exactly what we are. Are we even dating? All these questions containing my mind as I walk out of last period with Kurt.

"Really? A blackout. I'm surprised the teacher didn't recognize it the dirty way around."

"Shut up, you're so disgusting. Anyways, what did happen between you and prince charming?

"Nothing."

Lies. And he knew it.

"How about you come over for dinner and tell me what really happened?"

As I rode my skateboard home I thought, I have never felt so secure before. Being in his arms, made home feel like a prison. Blocked out from his presence and firm grip around me. I made my way up to my room and got out a sketch pad. Immediately drawing what I felt inside. A knock was placed on my door and reacted by shutting the sketch pad closed and throwing it off my bed. Too late. My mom caught me and strolled over to it before I stomped my foot on it.

"What is that?"

"It's personal. What do you want?"

"Nothing to personal for your mom to see."

She tried lifting my leg but kept it still with all my strength.

"What. Do. You. Want?"

She glanced up. Frustrated. Finally she lifted her self from the ground and smoothed down the side of her dress.

"What would you like for dinner?"

"Actually, Kurt invited me over tonight, they're having steak. And if you love me, you'd let me go."

It's true. Nothing is more satisfying than his dad's steak.

"Fine. Be home by 10."

I nodded as she left the room. Phew. That was close. I reopened my sketch pad and continued my drawing. Fading the sides of a massive heart that took over half of the page. I feel completely different now. I was no longer that shy nobody that pushed people away with her depression. I was still witty and sarcastic but more outgoing and positive. When I see his eyes, they pull me out of the darkness. When he holds me, it's as if he's guarding me from every danger known to man. Something I never felt before. Definitely a positive change. Everything I feel will be spilled to Kurt tonight. But this sketch, will keep the most precious feelings secret.

...

"He did not!"

"He did, and it was magical!"

We sat on his sofa in the middle of the living room, chatting away about my encounter with Finn. Dinner had just ended and his dad decided to give us some privacy by going to his room on the opposite side of the house.

"I told you that you 2 would become a power couple."

He shoved a handful of popcorn into his mouth as I froze instantly. Power couple?

"What are you talking about?"

He rolled her eyes and nudged me in the arm.

"Come on! Everyone has been speculating stories ever since you 2 were spotted being late to class. Biggest rumor was that you two made out in the janitor's closet."

My jaw dropped at the immaturity of these people. How could they believe such theories?

"Did not!"

"Well I know that now, but they don't. Wasn't hard to believe if you ask me. Especially with your lip gloss smeared across your cheek.

Worry started to cross my face and Ruby noticed.

"Look, I bet the rumors will settle down. Not much happens at our school so they will turn even the smallest thing into a speculating topic. I mean, you're not the only people dating at our school."

"We are not dating…yet."

Kurt laughed as he grew curious.

"Have you gotten his number yet?"

"Yeah, why?

A smirk crossed his face as he snatched my Blackberry sitting on the table.

"We are not calling him!"

I quickly grasped it as it fumbled out of his hands, almost crashing into the floor.

"Have a little fun."

"I have to be home in an hour anyways so I might as well get going."

As I spoke, I could tell Kurt was depressed.

"You sure you don't want me to drive you home?"

I kicked up my skateboard, gripping it and heading to the kitchen door.

"Nah, I need time alone anyways. Just to clear my head."

"Kay. See you at school tomorrow."

I waved as I rode off in the dark and immediately crashed when I landed onto the embrace of my bed. Dreaming of Finn and his muscular arms. It felt like a Twilight moment, but no Jacob to deal with. I anxiously waited for when I get to see him tomorrow. Running into his arms and not caring that the whole world knows I'm….That I have strong feelings for Finn. If I want to date him, first I gotta think how to break it to my parents.

...

Dizzy is how I feel when I'm lost in a sea of students and have no idea how to make it to shore. Finally as I spot him at his locker, I scream his name, grabbing his attention. I sped towards him and enveloped him in my arms. He was hesitant at first but ended up joining the embrace. It feels right, being close to him. The knowing of being safe. I know people are noticing us but it doesn't matter anymore. I'm really into a guy that's perfect for me.

"Hey, exactly how many cups of coffee did you have this morning?"

He teased with a smile and I replied by placing my hand on his firm and well built biceps.

"None, I'm just happy to see you. It's been so long."

He grinned while coming to a realization.

"It's been a day."

I feel the heat rise in my cheeks. It already feels as if I'm the obsessive girlfriend in a relationship. If we are even dating. He could tell I was freaking out inside by his response.

"It's fine. I missed you too."

A smile of relief wiped away my frown as he brought me in for a side hug and began to walk down the halls. I slowly understood the gesture and leaned into his side as I felt his firm yet loose placement on the small of my back.

"Hey, I wanted to know if you were busy Friday night?"

I glanced over at him, who was towering over me with the 5 inches he had on me.

"The horror festival is in town all weekend and my mom is one of the makeup designers for the zombie apocalypse themes. I figured it would be a little fun and inspiration for an artist such as yourself.

Something else traced through his mind. I could tell by the way he bit his shivering lip.

"But that's not the only reason your bringing me, is it?"

I smirked as he blushed for the first time, noticeable, and decided to make it easier on him. I cupped his cheeks and went in for a surprise kiss, not caring if I had permission or not. Thank god he didn't pull away. It seemed as if he enjoyed it, because his grip on my lower back firmed and felt his fingers daggered into my skin. For I tried getting every single bit of him, for I held in this massive crave since we first kissed. Literally, as we parted, I noticed his pupils dilating again. Calm expression with a smile pulled onto his face. His forehead rested against mine as I shut my eyes, wishing we were the only people in existence. That's at least how it seems when our lips touch.

"I really like you Rachel."

Feeling the pleasure of relief course through me until his next words struck with me curiosity.

"Promise me you wont kiss me in front of my mom though."

"Why, does she have something against the transfer of saliva?"

He let out a small chuckle that had a hint of fear behind it.

"No signs of affection either."

Tension grew in the air as I knew he was getting serious.

"Just don't."

He kissed my cheek before walking into his next class. Finn Hudson was hiding something from me and I intended on finding it out what it was.

...

Shimmering lights clouded my vision as they repeatedly blinked. A strong, firm hand leading me through crowds of people. My face buried in his arm covered by his jean jacket. I instantly grew hot with the amount of body heat encompassing us. Soon enough we exited the entry tent and entered a field full of fun houses and rides. I felt his grip tighten as we walked ahead. I leaned in, technically collapsing into his side. I knew he felt the pressure I caused when the arm my head was in, rose over my head and around my shoulder, our hands still intertwined. I glanced up at him with a smile as he mocked my expression.

"Thanks for bringing me here. I definitely needed some time away from..everything."

'No problem, and I'm guessing I'm not included in that everything of yours."

Meaning that as a compliment, it was as if he wanted me to admit some sort of declaration of love, which I have yet to feel. Maybe. Actually, not sure. Not ever dating anyone, I guess it's easy feeling so attached to someone.

"Would you call it dating? What we are doing."

He planted his lips softly on my temple as he replied.

"If you want us too be."

I stopped his tracks, gazing deeply into his eyes.

"Why'd you tell me not to act, you know, like a couple in front of your mom."

His body stiffened as I continued my question.

"What about your dad?"

That's his eyes daggered at the ground and gave a brief sigh.

"I don't have one."

At that moment, we glanced at each other and stood still.

"At least, not anymore. He died in war when I was 2. Ever since then, my mom was raising me and my three brothers."

"I'm so sorry, Finn. Is that why she doesn't want you to be with people, so that you wont have to repeatedly feel the heartbreak she felt?"

Before I even completed my sentence, he tugged me into his arms as I slowly reacted by crossing my arms around his neck. He was obviously trying to push the subject of love aside.

"I don't want you to get hurt."

He whispered in my ear, sending a tingling sensation through me as I sensed, caution.

"How would she hurt me?" my voice, strained with worry and fear. It seemed as if the problem were worse when his eyes widened and shook his head.

"Not exactly. You see, this is the 6th time I've moved, Rachel. Knowing that I had about 2 girlfriends during those times, my mom told them every detail about how I acted, knowing it wouldn't hurt anyone because my relationships would never be stable."

Never stable. So he's worried about moving again, and leaving me.

"She'll get inside your head and make you breakup with me. And I know she thinks she's doing the right thing to prevent me from heartbreak, but she doesn't realize that the biggest heartbreak is what hurts the most."

I fully understood him. He was tired of being tortured with the feelings he had but didn't want, exposed. I rested my hand on his shoulder and leaned in for a kiss. When I released, he gave me a puzzled expression.

"I know how you feel. I try blocking the thoughts in my mind that I'm different from every one else, but people tend to bring it up themselves, which makes it harder to cope with situations."

A relieved grin came upon his face.

"You'd be the first to understand."

A realization from his earlier speech, planted a smirk on my face.

"So I take that I'm your girlfriend, since you're dying for me not to break up with you," I teased spotting his cheeks starting to swell in pink. Knowing he wouldn't be blushing if he didn't mean it.

"Well..um…I guess, you could put it that way."

Fumbling with his words, he finally had the guts to look up at me. I bit my lip with a smile hidden beneath it. He giggled as he saw the satisfied expression on my face.

"You like me. Finn Hudson has a crush on me."

I poked his chest, covered by a white plaid shirt.

"You're just now noticing."

I leaned in close, his chin resting on the top of my head as I suddenly felt it move. His eyes gazing directly into my soul.

"I fell for you the minute I saw you."

"Why? I was just another nobody."

He let out a sigh.

"When will you ever realize your capable of more than you know. Stop doubting yourself and open your eyes to all the amazing things you've done. I mean, your stories have touched so many people. They look up to, just like me."

Was I? Admired by people that I'm not even close to? Hearing something such as that being said by him made me more anxious to kiss him till I ran out of breath, but I know it wasn't the right time. So instead I pulled in for a tight hug. Resting my head on his chest, listening to the repeated beat within him. Knowing I would only return to my devious, reckless and fatal plans if that sound one day ended.

Sorry for the long update, writers block! But now i already have the chapters so the latest it should be updated is next Sunday, the soonest Thursday. I hope you enjoyed the chapter and i cant wait or you to meet Finn's brothers! Please Comment :)