Hey guys. Sorry for my lack of updates the past 4 or so days. As you know from my little rant shit got a bit messy with my ex best mate and I've not really felt like writing anything happy! Lol!
But after a random weekend of heavy drinking, head shaving (my buddies shaved the side of my hair! I've had to have a fauxhawk cut in!:0), fighting and football (soccer) playing, I'm back! I hope you enjoy. This is the last chapter, I'll try and get an epilogue up later. But I have footie training tonight, so it may have to wait till tomorrow.
I wanna thank you all for your kind words and support after what happened with my friend...it really meant a lot and helped put a smile on my face. You guys rock, and I love ya's! ;)
Daisy x
Santana and Quinn stood nervously by the outdoor bar as they waited for Addison and Brittany to arrive. After two more rounds of love making the newly engaged couple managed to shower (separately) and make it to their meeting point before their friends. Quinn smiled as she sneaked glances at the beautiful latina beside her. A light breeze was blowing her dark hair over the smaller girls aviators causing her to become agitated. The blonde knew it was more nerves than anything. Santana was worried about how Addison would react to their rather quick engagement. The Yale graduate placed a calming hand on her fiance'slower back and whispered in her ear. "Calm down baby. It's gonna be alright. I promise.". She leaned over and pressed a chaste kiss to her cheek.
"Get a room!". Came the bellowing voice of Addison. Santana and Quinn looking up to see the athletic girl striding confidently towards them. Brittany, giggling by her side.
"You were complaining before that we spent all our time in our room!". Rallied back Quinn as the two taller girls came to a stop in front of them.
Addison shrugged. "I'm indecisive. I blame the ADHD.".
Quinn tilted her head. "You are joking right?". Again Addison just shrugged, before leaning forwards and wrapping Santana in a warm embrace.
"You look happy babe.". Whispered the tattooed girl. The latina looked over to the hazel eyed girl currently wrapped in a similar hug from Brittany. She received a slight nod to her unspoken question and slowly pulled away.
"That's because I am Addy.". The brunette then leaned into Quinn's side and wrapped her right arm around the blondes waist, her left tucked behind her own back to hide the ring. "You see..". Chocolate eyes locked onto hazel and wide smiles spread across both girls faces as the latina turned to the two girls in front of her. "Quinn...before...she, uh..we..". Santana began to stutter, her nerves taking over.
Quinn giggled a little and squeezed the latina, carrying on in her place. "What San is trying to say is...I proposed earlier. And she said yes!".
Instantly Brittany squealed and jumped up and down on the spot before throwing her arms around the couple. She mumbled incoherrantly about love and fate and how they deserved all the happiness in the world. Both smaller girls laughing happily and hugging her back.
After a few minutes the three girls pulled away. Quinn wiping happy tears as Brittany squeezed her hand. Santana looked worriedly at Addison, who hadn't moved or spoken since the announcement. "Addy...". She whispered, her voice unsteady. Addison leaned forward wrapping her best friend in another hug. Santana opened her mouth to speak.
Pulling away, the tattooed held up her hand. Signalling for silence. The mousey blonde tore her eyes from her best friend and locked onto Quinn's. "Follow me.". She said shortly before walking past the three perplexed girls and sitting at the bar about 20ft away.
Brittany squeezed Quinn's hand a little tighter before letting go and stepping back. The shorter blonde smiled at her nervously before turning to her worried fiancè. "I'll be back in a minute babe...ok?". All Santana could do was nod. There was a huge lump in her throat that was stopping any form of vocal communication. With a quick peck to the lips and a whispered 'I love you', the hazel eyed girl walked to what she was sure would be her doom.
Addison heard the smaller girl approach, she slid a gin and tonic to the space in front of the stool next to her. Quinn understood and sat, taking a healthy gulp of the drink to calm her nerves.
The taller girl shook her head slightly, looking down at the bar, her eyes covered by raybans "I haven't known Tana for that long.". She spoke quietly, almost sadly. "4 years isn't a great length of time.". She paused as she finished her Jack and coke, signalling for another one. "But in those four years, I have grown to love her as family.". She laughed darkly. "Well...more than family, I don't really have the best concept of what families are meant to be like.".
Quinn sat quietly, she knew something like this was bound to happen. Addison was protective over the girl she loved, and even though she was scared right now, she was also glad the latina had, had someone so caring in her life
The younger girl continued as a fresh drink was placed in front of her. "I know you love her. I've known it since you showed up at that fuckin hospital...and she loves you too. I don't think she ever stopped.". The mousey blonde pushed her shades up to rest on the top of her head and turned to face Quinn. "I like you Q...I even...care about you.". Green eyes dropped slightly before raising to hazel. "But I swear on all that I care about, I will fuck you up so bad if you hurt her! I'll make a brain tumor look like a day out in the park...got me?.".
Quinn nodded frantically, her eyes wide as she listened to the taller girls words. "Everyday I will spend, making her feel like the most amazing, special, beautiful person to ever exist. I love her so much Addison. I'm going to do my best to make sure she doesn't as much as frown.".
The tattooed girl nodded. "I believe you Q.". She looked to her right to see Brittany rubbing Santana's shoulders and whispering soothing words to her. Quickly, Addison stood and strode over to the two.
The tall blonde noticed and backed away just in time as the green eyed girl scooped the small latina into the air. Santana's squeal turning into laughter as Addison span them in circles. "I love you so much San.". Mumbled the taller girl as she set her best friend down. Holding her at arms length and looking deeply into chocolate eyes , she continued. "You're both gonna make amazing wives...and beautiful babies...I...I'm really fuckin happy for you.".
A tear rolled down Santana's cheek as she wrapped Addison in a bone crushing hug. Burying her face into her best friend's neck she let out a happy cry. "Thank you...thank you so much Addy.".
Both girls held onto each other tightly. Everything was going to change now, and even though it was for happy reasons, they both worried just how different things would be.
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Addison slapped Santana's hands again. "Stop it S..you're gonna mess up your hair!". She chastised as she grabbed the smaller girls hand. Both girls were stood nervously waiting for their cue.
It had been almost a year since their weekend away. 11 months and 14 days to be exact. Those months were full of wedding and honeymoon plans, reconnecting with old friends and building a new, happier life.
Santana was in excellent health, her heart was working perfectly. She had gained a little weight and her hair and skin was as flawless as it used to be. Addison was overjoyed with the results, her best friend was healthy, happy and about to walk down the aisle to marry the love of her life. Pausing for a moment she released her best friends hands and stepped back, smiling as she saw her practically glow. "You look like a movie star San.". She breathed.
The tan girl giggled and pushed Addison's shoulder. "Whatever goofball!". Addison pushed her back and giggled. Santana then took a moment to look at her best friend, her sister. It had taken a good 9 months of begging, snapping, arguing and bribing to get her to wear a dress, finally she won and got the tattooed girl into a beautiful off the shoulder blue satin number. And the latina was gobsmacked with how stunning the tomboy actually was when she put a little effort into her appearance. Not that she wasn't beautiful anyway, it was just different seeing her dressed up. Something the latina was sure Brittany was enjoying. "How's B liking the new look?". She teased, the taller girl turning a light shade of red as she did.
Santana was surprised to say the least when the two taller girls announced they were an official item a few months back. She knew something had happened on their break but Addison wasn't a very trusting person, she had never seen the girl have any sort of relationship that lasted longer than a drunken night out. But Brittany had some how managed to break through her walls, and even though it was strange at first, the latina could see the affection with girls had for each other.
Faint sounds of violin chords began to drift through the large awning. Both girls straightening up at their impending walk. Suddenly Addison turned to Santana, her eyes wide. Quickly she spoke. "Ok..I know this is sappy and I totally wasn't gonna do this, but I love you San and I'm so happy for you and I know your life is gonna be perfect. You and Quinn are awesome. And I feel so fuckin privileged to be the one to walk you down the aisle...I always wanted this for you, the whole fairytale ending and stuff...I just...you're my sister. I. I just love you.". She finished lamely.
Santana let out a watery laugh and wrapped the still blushing girl in a hug. "I love you too baby sis.". She whispered.
The music began to pick up shocking both girls apart. Stepping out if the embrace Addison quickly leaned over and picked up two bouquets of tulips and roses before handing the larger in to Santana. She then quickly brushed the crinkles from the smaller girls elegant white wedding dress and held her arm out. The latina nervously gripped onto her fully tattooed arm. "You ready Tana?". After a quick nod Addison led them forwards, and down the grassy aisle as the sun shone down turning both girl's smiles even brighter.
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"Oh God...what if she backs out!?". Whispered Quinn. Brittany and Rachel were stood just to the left of the girl at the end of the aisle. "Oh calm down you sissy.". Heatedly whispered Rachel. "I saw her ten minutes ago. She's fine. Much calmer than you!".
Brittany nudged the shirt brunette with her shoulder throwing her a chastising look. "Rachel!". She shook her head and looked to her best friend. "She's fine Q. And she's gonna be walking down that aisle towards you and your new life together any second.".
Quinn smiled as her eyes darted to the top of the aisle as the violinists began to play. the hazel eyed girls heart speeding up as she saw Santana step out from behind the large oak tree at the top of the aisle, her white dress shimmering in the bright sun, her tan skin practically glowing. The blonde heard Brittany's breath catch and Addison's name spill from the dancers lips. But her attention was on the goddess walking barefoot towards her. She was sure if there were a heaven, this would be it.
After what seemed like milliseconds Santana was stood in front of her. Their hands laced together, eyes shimmering with happy tears. The rest of the world disappeared and it was only them two who existed.
"You look like a goddess Tana". Whispered the blonde.
"So do you baby...so beautiful.". Breathed the latina.
Moments passed in a blur. Both girls staring deeply into each others eyes. Repeating promises to be faithful, honest and loving. Both speaking from the heart as they added their own vows to the service.
"Santana. I remember the exact moment I knew I loved you, we were 9 years old.". The small gathering of friends and family giggled as Quinn took a breath. "It had been snowing and we were making snowmen in the park. I remember how pink your little nose was.". She paused again, smiling at the memory. "Somehow I lost my gloves. My hands were turning blue and I started to cry. You noticed what was wrong and you wrapped one of my arms around you, pushing my hand into your pocket.". A pause. "You wrapped your other arm around me and somehow managed to push my hand into your glove under your warm hand...we walked home like that. Hand in hand. Arm in arm. And I knew I wanted to hold you like that for the rest of my life. And today, with this ring...I promise, I'm never gonna let you go Santana. You're the most amazing, beautiful, fiery, funny, clever, gorgeous and genuine person I have ever had the privilege to meet. You are everything for me Tana. I love you.". With shaking hands she pushed the platinum ring onto the tan girls finger.
Santana took a shaking breath, her eyes were clouded with happy tears. "Lucy Quinn Fabray...I swear the fates have tried to tear us apart so many times, through High school. Your car accident. My heart transplant...but our love is the kind that is written about in books, acted out on stage and sang in songs. Our love is stronger than anything imaginable. It's purer than innocence. It's epic and everlasting. In your arms I feel safe. I feel at home. When you hold my hand I feel strong. And when you kiss me I feel as though I could fly.". The latina pauses for a moment to quickly wipe a tear away. "I have always loved you Quinn. My heart has never known to do any different. And with this ring I promise to love you forever, in this life and whatever comes after. I live you so much Q.". With equally shaking hands, Santana pushed the matching ring onto the blondes slender finger.
Both girls heard the pastor pronounce them wife and wife, their lips crashing together. Fireworks exploding behind their eyes.
It had been an arduous journey full off obstacles for the newlywed couple. But they had made it. And now they were ready to start their lives as Quinn and Santana Lopez-Fabray.