New Directions: The Next Generation

by singmealullaby56

So the year is 2035, and all of the New Direction's have found their way back to where it all began: Lima, Ohio. But they haven't come back by themselves, oh no, they came back with their kids! How will their children go through their high school years at McKinley? With drama, friendship, love and so much more, you don't know what to predict will happen!

18. Spreading The Magic

So here's what you missed on Glee:

So the old New Directions have all seemed to find their way back to Lima yay! Or nay? But they didn't come alone but with their kids'! Whoa! So Mr. Schue thought it would be his chance to redeem the New Directions of being National show choir championships. They haven't won Nationals since Jeanette Sylvester was in it. Who's by the way Sue Sylvester's daughter, cheerleading coach. Anyway, and most of the kids' auditioned and were either forced or not, sucks to be them! And the new New Directions are actually pretty good. Who knows? They could beat Vocal Adrenaline who's actually being run by Beth Corcoran who is Shelby Corcoran's adoptive daughter and Puck and Quinn's baby they gave up sophomore year. Talk about awkward…Then there's Jesse who has two kids' of his own. Malina St. James, a Brazilian hottie who's the lead of Vocal Adrenaline and is dating someone from rival group New Directions Adrian Lopez-Pierce, yikes! Then there's Tony St. James, a shy and quiet Warbler with a big voice and lead. He's become besties with Delilah Puckerman who's in the New Directions as well? Is it me or does the St. James kids' really like New Direction kids'? So then there's Annie Hummel-Anderson and Gabe Lopez-Pierce who use to not like each other but then like liked each other and ended up dating so now they're really happy. But then there Nikki Puckerman and Cheryl Hudson who really hated each other but ended up liking each other and now they're dating. Opposites attract? Not in the case of Adeline Hudson and Mason Puckerman who have on and off feelings for each other. They like and hate each other at the same time. Mason had—or had a girlfriend named Saphirra and they dated for 2 years. So he played with Adeline time and time again until she grew done with it and started dating a Warbler named Hayden Harrison. A British cutie. Now the two have gone separate ways but they still really like each other so can they find their way together again? Who knows? Then we have Aaron Evans and Orion Schuester who have been friends since they were 13, Aaron really likes Orion but Orion was conflicted about his feelings for him so the two were on the rocks at that time, but on Christmas they got together yay! Then we have Delilah who's really insecure about herself and is second guessing herself…aww…but she found love! Golden boy Grayson Abrams who rivaled with Aidan Flanagan until Aidan found love of his own, he's got the hots for Dani Ambrose who's part of Vocal Adrenaline but they're really good friends. But would they be more than friends? I don't know! So then there are Adara Schuester and Oliver Hudson, Ollie liked Adrian. Adara liked Ollie. He didn't like her, she got hurt. Now the two can't even look at each other…or maybe they do they just don't want to admit it. So these two are hanging by a thread. But not as much as Rowan Lopez-Pierce and Ethan Chang who like each other a lot but Rowan's afraid of her popularity going from top to rock bottom. Funny for a closeted comic book nerd. Which hurts Ethan a lot. The Smythe-Karofsky's have recently moved to Lima with 3 kids! Jonathan Smythe-Karofsky, Elizabeth Smythe-Karofsky, and Dorothy Smythe-Karofsky. Jonathan is a Tony award winning teen who's overly cocky and often fights with Aaron. But you can't deny the kids' talent and charisma! Then we have Ellie who's painfully shy but sweet. And with a beautiful voice. And then we have Dorothy Smythe-Karofsky, a girl with big dreams to make it on Broadway, and boy does she have a voice! She's a triple threat! And then we have the Puckermans, Jake and Marley, who moved to Lima recently. This couple brought along their 4 kids! Alexander Puckerman, Samantha Puckerman, Benjamin Puckerman, and Thomas Puckerman. Alex is a closeted gay who recently made friends with Aaron. Then we have Sam who's a tomboy and just one of the boys! Always causing ruckus around her. Then we have Ben, a photographer who seems to have his heart reeled on Ellie who he took a picture of, guess a picture lasts longer huh Ben? Then we have little Tommy who's 5 and a total sweetheart who's always hiding behind Marley and Jake. But let's not forget of our once It couple Emily Hummel-Anderson and Connor Puckerman who were once the power couple of McKinley until Emily really wanted to meet her mom and Connor was against it. The two fought and broke up, now they're not together but it's too clear they still like each other. Also let's not forget that Principal Figgins retired, quickly being replaced by Principal Gregory Henley who has two kids' of his own, residential bad girl, Izzy Henley. And goody two-shoes, Christian Henley. Principal Henley believes arts don't matter and academics should be the number one priority, they even got the uniforms to prove it, damn you Henley! So not so long ago, McKinley went through possibly the biggest thing in the history of history! A school shooting. Killing the lives of 72 people and injuring 42 others. Saphirra being one of the lives lost. Let's not forget Rowan, Connor, Adeline, Orion, Delilah and Dorothy who we almost lost! And during that shooting, a romance might ensue. Grayson found Dorothy injured and was there with her until they left the school. But before that, they kissed! They both felt something so why shouldn't they date—oh wait—he's dating Delilah! Yikes! Will we see a couple break up and a new one in the surface? Well, we'll have to see about that! Same with Tony and Delilah, do they like each other or do they not? Questions that need to be answered! Well look at the time! It's time for:

Glee!

Aaron, Orion, Nikki, Cheryl, Izzy, and Christian were staring at the Serenity Fountain from inside the school.

"Can you believe it's been 2 months already? It still feels like it was only the other day we all heard the first gunshots ring." Aaron spoke up, breaking everyone off their daze.

"We all have to move on eventually." Nikki said, she took Cheryl's hand. Rick's death was still haunting her mind. She just couldn't forget him. He was very special to her in a way no one could understand.

"But we won't forget. That's the worst part." Cheryl retorted.

Everyone nodded," How do you think others are holding up?" Christian asked.

"Well, as you can see Orion's still in crutches, Connor's still using crutches—so is Delilah, Dorothy and Adeline. Aidan's talking more, Rowan's no longer in crutches but her arm isn't fully healed, Mason's just quiet and closed off, but Adrian has completely shut off everyone. She doesn't talk to me or anyone. I haven't seen her smile once since it happened. It's as if she's there, but she's not." Cheryl told them. She was really worried about Adrian. Adrian barely says a word to her and she wonders what is going on with her. She knows the shooting took a big toll on her. But she didn't Adrian would be this affected.

"Yeah, I was noticing that. Do you think the shooting really got to her?" Orion asked as the 6 walk down the hallways—or in Orion's case, hopped. Since he's still using crutches.

Izzy turned to him," How would it not Curly Top? She saw two people kill themselves and the blood went all on her! It was like watching Carrie all over again, only it wasn't pig's blood. It was human blood. But still." Izzy replied.

Aaron glared at her," Izzy, call my boyfriend Curly Top or any insulting nickname about his hair and I will egg your house, or throw rocks. Possibly even TP it."

Izzy rolled her eyes," Make sure to aim for my parents' bedroom. Especially my dad's side. Or better yet, I'll help you."

Everyone laughed," So Chris, how's your dad taking you joining New Directions?" Nikki asked him.

Christian laughed nervously," Well, I told him it was a one-time thing—the performance at the memorial. And he believed it…"

"You know, your douche of a dad will find out eventually. So brace yourself because the asshole will try to make you quit. And we do not want to lose an awesome voice like yours!" Aaron exclaimed.

Christian visibly gulped, he knows his dad will find out and he's scared. He never disobeys his dad," I know."

"Well when he does little bro, we'll back you up when that happens." Izzy assured.

Christian nodded," Thanks Bells."

"Now, I'm craving a cigarette under the bleachers calling my name. So I'll leave you all." Izzy curtsied playfully and strutted away.

The 5 laughed," What are we going to do about that girl?" Cheryl asked.

"Let her be. I like it when she makes shapes when I see her smoke." Aaron said.

Orion turned to him," You smoke Aaron?" he asked with a surprised voice.

Aaron's face grimaced," God no! Do you know what'd that do to my voice? Izzy smokes but she still sings awesome, but I do not want to take my chances!"

The 5 laughed, they felt lucky to be one of the few people still being able to laugh here. You couldn't really laugh after the McKinley Massacre, so this was a blessing for them.

~~New Directions: The Next Generation! ~~

Will and Emma were having lunch at the teachers' workroom; Will was worried about the kids' in glee. They weren't themselves anymore, and he could understand why.

"I just—I don't know what to do Emma," Will told her as he ran his hands through his overly-gelled curls," They don't show a hint of excitement anymore. It's as if I were talking to statues. I want them to be their beaming and bright selves again, but I don't know how."

Emma took a bite out of her sandwich and thought of what to tell him," Well why don't you try doing an assignment that'll make them happy and excited—nostalgic even. It might bring their moods up." Emma suggested.

A smile appeared on Will's face, Emma had the right idea," So something that played a major part of their childhood," Will paused," Like Disney!"

Emma nodded enthusiastically, "Yes! That's what I was referring to! Many of them grew up with Disney so it'll be a happy assignment and bring them up from their down mood. It might help get their minds off what happened."

Will nodded, feeling excited for this assignment," New Directions are about to be spread with some Disney Magic!"

~~New Directions: The Next Generation! ~~

Mr. Schue walked into the choir room and immediately went over to the white board, and wrote, "Disney" in big letters. All the kids and parents smile when they saw what he had written.

Mr. Schue turned to the group, "Okay! So what do we know about Disney?" he asked.

"It's magical!" Adeline exclaimed.

"It's wonderful!" Rachel beamed.

"It's perfect!" Dorothy gushed.

Mr. Schue smiled at the three, "Yes, but it's also been a huge part of your childhood right?" All the kids nodded in agreement. They grew up with Disney! Mr. Schue continued, "Now all of you have been through a lot within the last month, and this week's lesson is to use Disney songs to try and fill the glee club with life again." Some students looked uncertain. Mr. Schue smiled, "Aaron, Orion, care to start us off?"

Both boys smiled. Aaron jumped up and Orion stood up slowly. Aaron nodded to the band to start and the familiar song came on.

I can show you the world

Shining, shimmering, splendid

Tell me, Aaron, now when did

You last let your heart decide? , Orion sang sweetly while all the girls squealed from all the cuteness.

I can open your eyes

Take you wonder by wonder

Over, sideways and under

On a magic carpet ride, Orion and Aaron started waltzing around the room, with Aaron helping Orion move.

A whole new world

A new fantastic point of view

No one to tell us no

Or where to go

Or say we're only dreaming, Orion sang while he looked at Aaron lovingly.

Everyone smiled at the 2 boys. Mercedes, Sam, and Will were smiling the most.

A whole new world

A dazzling place I never knew

But when I'm way up here

It's crystal clear

That now I'm in a whole new world with you, Aaron sang with a smile.

(Now I'm in a whole new world with you), Orion belted.

Unbelievable sights

Indescribable feeling

Soaring, tumbling, freewheeling

Through an endless diamond sky, Aaron sang while Orion's hand moved to his waist.

A whole new world, Aaron sang.

(Don't you dare close your eyes), Orion followed.

A hundred thousand things to see, Aaron sang.

(Hold your breath - it gets better,) Orion sang while he dipped Aaron slightly.

I'm like a shooting star

I've come so far

I can't go back to where I used to be, Aaron sang as he wrapped his arms around Orion's neck.

(A whole new world), Orion sings.

Every turn a surprise, Aaron sings.

(With new horizons to pursue), Orion sang.

Every moment red-letter, Aaron sang with a smirk.

I'll chase them anywhere

There's time to spare

Let me share this whole new world with you, both boys harmonized.

A whole new world, Orion sang.

(A whole new world), Aaron sang.

That's where we'll be, Orion sang.

(That's where we'll be), Aaron sang.

A thrilling chase, Orion sang.

A wondrous place, Aaron sang.

For you and me...both boys harmonized before ending with a short kiss.

Everyone clapped and Adara squealed loudly, "Oh my god! You guys manage to be adorable and sexy at the same time!" Adara exclaimed.

Will smiled at the 2, "Good job boys!" he praised.

Jonathan smirked, "Geez can you make your sexuality any more obvious?" Aaron sent Jonathan a dirty look that could kill, "Besides, I think you sounded flat."

Aaron calmly handed Orion his studs, "Who's flat?! I'm going to rip your damn throat out!" Aaron lunged for Jonathan's throat. Grayson, Keegan and Gabe hold Aaron back while he screamed profanities. Some of the moms' covered their kids' ears because it was that bad!

Mr. Schue smiled nervously, "Yeah...now let's get started!"

~~New Directions: The Next Generation! ~~

Dorothy was by her locker, she attempted to take out her books for her next class. Since her wound wasn't completely healed, it still hurt a bit. She grunted as she reached for her notebook.

"Here let me help you." A voice said, grabbing the notebook and handing it to her.

Dorothy smiled and took the notebook," Thanks Gray." Biting her lip while looking at him.

He sent her one of his charming smiles," No problem," he shut her locker," I'll see you around Dory." And Grayson walked away. Dorothy turned her head and watched him leave and smiled.

"Can you make it any more obvious?" Dorothy turned and saw Adeline looking at her with a smirk.

"What are you talking about?" Dorothy asked innocently.

Adeline hopped herself closer to Dorothy," That you like—correction: love Grayson. Seriously, I can see your face when he talks to you or does something like helping you get your notebook."

Dorothy blushed and shook her head," I'm not—I'm not in love…" she denied.

Adeline rolled her eyes," Yeah sure, tell me that when you see Grayson again."

"I'm not in love! It's just a crush!" Dorothy exclaimed. It was pretty clear to see she was, but Dory here was too proud to admit it.

"You're in love Dory."

"No, it's a crush."

"In love." Adeline sang.

"Crush!" Dorothy sang back, rolling her eyes.

"You're head over heels!"

"It's. A. Crush!" Dorothy said, enunciating each word.

Adeline sighed," Just say it Dory, you're in love!"

"Who's in love?" Ellie asked, walking up behind them.

Adeline turned to her," Dorothy."

Ellie rolled her eyes," Something I don't know?"

Dorothy groaned in frustration," I'm not in love!"

Ellie smiled," Dory you are, as much as you won't admit it. You miss, have been hit by Cupid's arrow."

"Well that arrow must've missed because I'm not in love!" Dorothy retorted, turning herself away from the two girls.

The two girls caught up to her," Don't try to deny it Dory, you're in love!"

"I'm not!" Dory denied, crossing her arms in frustration.

Ellie and Adeline looked at each other and smirked," Okay…you're not in love," Adeline said, Dorothy sighed in relief. They had finally gotten her point," You're madly in love." Adeline smirked.

Dorothy groaned, and started to limp herself away from the two girls again.

If there's a prize for rotten judgment

I guess I've already won that, Dorothy sang.

No man is worth the aggravation

That's ancient history, been there, done that!, Dorothy sang.

Adeline and Ellie appeared next to her and shook their heads.

Who'd'ya think you're kiddin'

He's the Earth and heaven to you

Try to keep it hidden

Honey, we can see right through you, the two sang, causing Dorothy to roll her eyes.

Girl, ya can't conceal it

We know how ya feel and

Who you're thinking of, the two sang.

No chance, no way

I won't say it, no, no, Dorothy sang, crossing her arms.

Ellie and Adeline rolled their eyes, You swoon, you sigh

Why deny it, uh-oh, the two sang, acting like they were in love.

Dorothy sent them a glare, It's too cliché

I won't say I'm in love, she sang.

Adeline and Ellie laughed," Come on Dory, its okay to be in love!" Ellie said.

"I'm not! Remember what happened with Eli? I had a huge crush on him and then it turned out he was gay!" Dorothy told her.

"Well Grayson is certainly not gay." Adeline said.

Dorothy sighed," Point in case, I'm not in love!" Dorothy turned from the two girls.

I thought my heart had learned its lesson

It feels so good when you start out, Dorothy sang.

My head is screaming get a grip, girl

Unless you're dying to cry your heart out

Oh, Dorothy belted.

You keep on denying

Who you are and how you're feeling

Baby, we're not buying

Hon, we saw ya hit the ceiling, Ellie and Adeline sang.

Face it like a grown-up

When ya gonna own up

That ya got, got, got it bad, the two sang while Dorothy shook her head.

Whoa: No chance, now way

I won't say it, no, no, Dorothy sang, crossing her arms and shaking her head. She was not in love.

Give up, give in

Check the grin you're in love, Ellie and Adeline sang together.

This scene won't play,

I won't say I'm in love, Dorothy belted.

You're doin flips read our lips

You're in love, the two girls harmonized.

"I'm not in love! Just let me be!" Dorothy exclaimed.

"Oh honey, until you admit you're totally head over heels over Grayson. We're never leaving you alone. So just admit it, you're in love." Adeline said.

Dorothy groaned in frustration," I'm not in love!"

"You are!" Ellie and Adeline said in unison.

You're way off base

I won't say it, Dorothy sang, while shaking her head.

Get off my case

I won't say it, Dorothy hopped away from them in her crutches again. But the two girls caught up.

Girl, don't be proud

It's O.K. you're in love, the two sang.

Dorothy's eyes suddenly caught sight of Grayson talking to Keegan and some other jocks. She smiled and bit her lip, Oh

At least out loud

I won't say I'm in love, Dorothy sang and she turned away from Grayson.

"Look, you obviously love Grayson as more than just a school-girl crush. If you don't admit that, you'll never get him." Ellie told her.

Dorothy sighed," I probably won't anyway, he has a pretty, blonde cheerleader girlfriend," she looked down sadly," Why would he change from that to me?" the two girls looked at her sympathetically and tried to say something but Dorothy stopped them," And don't even try to contradict that. It's true. He's never going to let her go…so I might as well watch from a distance." Dorothy left Adeline and Ellie. She might as well save the heartbreak. Grayson would never be interested in a girl like her…

~~New Directions: The Next Generation! ~~

Keegan had come out of Basketball practice; he was going to go see Scotty before she went off to her next class until someone approached him.

"Sup Lopez-Pierce." Craig, the jerkiest jock ever, greeted. And not to mention the guy Keegan made a bet with.

Keegan rolled his eyes," What do you want? I have people to see that are worth my time."

Craig chuckled dryly," You shouldn't talk to me like that."

"Why the fuck not?" Keegan asked, sending him a dirty look.

Craig smirked deviously," Because I have something on you that could destroy you."

Keegan looked at him confused," What are you talking about?"

Craig grinned deviously," Oh don't you remember Keegs? You made a nice little bet with me. That's how you got your girl in the first place. Is your memory refreshed now?"

Keegan's eyes widened, he had forgotten about the bet. He actually never really cared for the bet after he got Scotty. But now Craig was blackmailing him," Look Craig, you shut that mouth of yours because you aren't saying shit about that! If you do, I will beat your sorry ass into a coma! "Keegan threatened.

Craig rolled his eyes and crossed his arms," You won't because if you do, I'll tell the entire school and your little girlfriend the bet we did. "

"You won't say anything! You hear me?" Keegan told him.

Craig leaned closer to him," Try me and I will."

Keegan on the inside was freaking out, if Scotty ever found out…he'd lose her in a heartbeat," Look, let's just keep our distance and forget the bet ever happened."

Craig chuckled," What's the fun in that? Be warned Keegan, I can open my mouth about that any minute. And once that happens, your girl will drop your ass in a heartbeat!" Craig laughed cockily and walked away from the Latino.

Keegan let out a breath, what was he going to do? If Scotty found out about the bet…he knows he'd lose her completely. He sighed, why did he do that bet in the first place? Now there's a huge chance he might lose the best thing that's ever happened to him…

~~New Directions: The Next Generation! ~~

Malina sighed as she attempted to call Adrian again, and once again she didn't answer. It's been so long since Malina had talked to her girlfriend and nothing! Not a text or a phone call. By this point, she'd even go for a letter. She was really worried about Adrian. She hasn't seen her since Adrian was at the hospital. She knows the shooting took a big toll on Adrian but she still wanted to know if she was okay at least.

"Hey Adrian, it's me Malina…again," Malina said, sending yet another voicemail to Adrian," I just wanted to know if you're fine. You just…you don't answer my calls or texts. I'm really worried about you. And I really miss you. So please, please call me or text me back. I love you." Malina hung up her phone and put it away.

Before Malina could do anything Dani ran up to her," Hey Malina!" Dani greeted, out of breath.

"Hey, what's up?" Malina asked the girl.

"Well, Ms. Corcoran wanted all the Vocal Adrenaline members to have a practice right now. For Regionals." Dani explained.

Malina nodded," Okay, I'll be at the auditorium. I just need to get my clothes for rehearsals."

Dani nodded," Okay, I'll see you in rehearsals then!" Dani said happily and she left Malina on her own.

Malina opened her locker and got her dance clothes for rehearsals when suddenly a jock appeared out of nowhere and patted her back," Hey there Malina!" the jock smirked at her and walked away. She raised an eyebrow, she had never seen the guy in her life…she brushed it off and shut her locker and continued to walk down the hallways.

As she walked down to the auditorium she heard snickers and laughs from behind her. And students commenting, "Mrs. Bean" behind her back, she turned around and raised her eyebrow.

"Why are you all laughing?" she asked confusedly.

One of the jocks laughed," Why don't you take a look at your back Castro?"

Malina sent him a dirty look," First of all, I'm from Brazil. Second of all, that is racist! And third of all, my back?" she questioned once more.

The jock laughed again and pulled a paper taped to her back out and showed it to her and handed it to her," Later Mrs. Bean." And the jock laughed again and left.

Malina scoffed and read what the paper said, "Say Mrs. Bean if you think Malina's skin is dark because she ate a lot of beans as a kid!" Malina angrily crumpled up the paper and threw it to the floor. She still heard the snickers of students behind her.

"Ignore them Malina, just ignore them." She thought to herself as she walked to the auditorium. She wasn't going to let them get to her. They sometimes bothered her with things like this. Even though she was popular, it didn't stop them from making fun of her sometimes. But when things like this happened, Adrian was always a phone call away. But now, she had no one.

She sighed, Adrian would call. She would eventually. She hoped she would. She walked inside the auditorium and saw most of the members already there.

She sent a small smile to Angel who simply ignored her, she rolled her eyes. He was still pissed that she was dating Adrian but she didn't care.

"Malina!" she heard a voice call her. She turned her head and smiled. It was Henry. Henry and she had become closer this year. Maybe because he was one of the few people that knew of her sexuality, and told her it was okay to come out. But she didn't want to give Carmel students another reason to bother her.

"Hey Henry! What's up?" she greeted happily.

He smiled," So you know how you told me you were dating somebody but you told me I had to figure it out?" he said.

She smiled and nodded," Yeah…"

"Well I figured it out." He told her confidently.

She laughed," Oh really? Well who is it?"

He leaned closer to her," It's someone from New Directions right?"

Her eyes widened and he smirked," Um—I—"

"—is it…Adrianna Lopez-Pierce?" he asked, whispering the last part.

Malina blushed and looked away," Maybe…"

Henry pumped his fists," Hell yeah! I'm like a new Sherlock Holmes! I know everything!"

Malina turned to him and looked at him confusedly," Wait, you're not mad or pissed that I'm dating a member from our rival show choir?" she asked him.

Henry shrugged his shoulders carelessly," Nah, love is love and it's not like you're leaking our set list."

Malina put her arm around Henry," And this is why I love you."

Henry chuckled, "Who doesn't?" he smirked.

Malina playfully pushed him away," Now were getting cocky," her phone suddenly vibrated in her pocket," Hold that thought," she took out her phone, hoping Adrian's name would pop up but it wasn't. It was a text from Beth to start without her because she has to do something before she gets there. Malina sighed, she felt lonely without Adrian.

Henry noticed her discomfort," Are you okay Mina?"

Malina nodded," Yeah, I'm fine. Let's start rehearsals. Beth texted me and she told me to start without her." Malina lied. She didn't want to talk to someone right now. She wanted Adrian.

Henry nodded and Malina started rehearsals and they did amazing as always. Once she finished rehearsals she lingered around the auditorium. She checked her phone again and nothing. She bit her lip, she was worried about Adrian. But she felt so lonely lately…

She never tried to let anything get to her. But right now, everything was. She was being bothered at school, Adrian was avoiding her, and she was alone. Right now, she felt like Quasimodo from the Hunchback of Notre Dame. She had nobody. The only safe haven for her was this auditorium because here she let out all her emotions through song. She figured she'd try it out now and see if it'd make her feel better.

Safe behind these windows and these parapets of stone

Gazing at the people down below me

All my life I watch them as I hide up here alone, Malina sang softly, sitting down at the edge of the stage.

Hungry for the histories they show me

All my life I memorize their faces

Knowing them as they will never know me

All my life I wonder how it feels to pass a day

Not above them

But part of them, she sang, swinging her legs. Ever since she came here when she was 13, she never felt she was a part of anything. Until she started Vocal Adrenaline. But even then, she never felt like she belonged anywhere because she felt different. But when she was with Adrian, she felt she could be whoever she wanted and Adrian would love her just the same. But right now, she had no one.

And out there

Living in the sun

Give me one day out there

All I ask is one

To hold forever, she sang as she stood up and walked around the stage, losing herself in the song.

Out there

Where they all live unaware

What I'd give

What I'd dare

Just to live one day out there, Slowly, she began to spin herself and just dance.

Out there among the millers and the weavers and their wives

Through the roofs and gables I can see them

Every day they shout and scold and go about their lives

Heedless of the gift it is to be them, Malina lost herself in the song and just danced and sang. She spun herself and did a contemporary-like dance.

If I was in their skin

I'd treasure every instant

Out there

Strolling by the Seine

Taste a morning out there, Malina sang.

Like ordinary men

Who freely walk about there

Just one day and then

I swear I'll be content

With my share

Won't resent

Won't despair

Old and bent, Malina stopped dancing and ran across the stage and sang the last part to the empty auditorium.

I won't care

I'll have spent

One day

Out there, she belted the last note and looked at the empty seats and sighed, and checked her phone again, nothing.

Malina started looking through photos of Adrian and of her together. She frowned," I miss you."

~~New Directions: The Next Generation! ~~

Henry walked down the hallways with Jasmine as he rambled about a movie he'd watched recently.

"I'm telling you Jazz, the male protagonist's acting was horrible! He didn't even make proper eye contact to any of the other actors! And he had horrible chemistry with the female protagonist! Even Arnold Schwarzenegger could do a better job than him! And he possibly has the worst accent and diction in the world!" Henry rambled as Jasmine half-listened. The two were the best of friends since they were in diapers but Jasmine still felt her cheek sting from last night and couldn't concentrate in what Henry was saying.

"What was the movie again?" Jasmine asked.

"Star Wars." Henry answered.

Jasmine raised her eyebrow," Since when is Star Wars a romance?"

"Have you not been listening Jazz? I'm talking about Hayden Christensen and Natalie Portman's chemistry in the movie! Christensen would lose by a turd in personality. I mean come on, overacting much? Natalie did an amazing job but still! I feel bad that she had to put up with that! He may be sexy, but that sucked!" Henry rambled again.

Jasmine chuckled," I can't wait to see you in movies."

"Neither can I. I look forward to the day I do a movie with Quinn Puckerman. Do you know how awesome it would be to work with someone like her?! Or Rachel Hudson! Oh my god imagine having Harmony Flanagan? Scratch that, I want all three of them!" Henry exclaimed.

"Oh that'd be an interesting movie." Jasmine joked.

Henry laughed," So what about you Jazz? Anything interesting in your life lately?" Henry asked.

Jasmine shook her head," Nope."

"Really? Something interesting must've happened, a new boy toy maybe…" Henry winked.

Jasmine rolled her eyes and shook her head," No, who would be interested in me?"

Henry looked at her like she just shot a puppy," Excuse me? Who wouldn't be interested in you?! You're sexy as hell! I mean come on, you're Hispanic! That equals sexy! You and Malina are the sexiest members of Vocal Adrenaline, why? Because you're Hispanic! I wish I was Hispanic, I'd be sexier than I already am."

Jasmine rolled her eyes playfully," I'm not sexy Henry. I'm the total opposite of it."

"Oh come on Jazz, you're beautiful! Any guy here would die to just even look at you. If I wasn't gay, I'd totally go after you." Henry smirked.

Jasmine chuckled," Don't I feel special? You'd go straight for me!"

Henry laughed," No but really Jazz, you need a man in your life."

"I don't need a man to be happy." Jasmine replied.

Henry playfully rolled his eyes, "Okay, you got to stop hanging out with Dani! She's turning you into a full-blown feminist. I can barely handle one, don't make me handle another."

Jasmine laughed," I'm not Dani Henry! I just don't think I want a boyfriend right now."

"Fine. But you need a love life! Not a horrible one though, like Bella Swan's…god no! I can't see you as an emotionless robot. I'd slap you endlessly!" Henry joked.

"How are you my friend? You're from another world." Jasmine laughed.

"But you know you love me like that!" Henry exclaimed, putting her arm around her. Jasmine flinched as he put his arm around her, last night wasn't a good night and she was in a lot of pain. Henry looked at her concerned," You okay Jazz?"

She nodded," I'm fine."

Henry nodded but looked at her suspiciously," Okay then."

The two walked inside the classroom and sat next to each other," So Henry, you keep asking me about boys in my life…what about you?" Jasmine winked at him.

Henry laughed and blushed, he had no guy in mind yet," I don't need a guy…or I haven't found one that's hot and gay. "

Jasmine laughed," Well, he's out there somewhere…don't you worry."

"I say the same for your prince Charming. He's out there Jazz, you just got to start looking!" Henry told her.

"That sounded like it came out of a movie." Jasmine said, starting to take notes from the board.

"Maybe it was, sue me." Henry replied.

Jasmine chuckled, not looking away from the board," You're weird."

"I prefer the term, unique." Henry replied.

Jasmine rolled her eyes," You should maybe take a look at the board and take notes Henry."

"But it's not like I'm going to actually look back at these notes. I'm sparing the earth with my honesty." Henry retorted.

Before Jasmine could reply, the teacher coughed to get Henry's attention," Excuse me Mr. Lovely, am I interrupting something?" the teacher asked in a displeased tone.

Henry shook his head and took out a paper to take notes," No ma'am, I'm sorry."

The teacher sent him one last look before returning to her teaching. Jasmine looked away from the board and back to Henry," I told you…" she smirked.

Henry nudged Jasmine's shoulder," Well aren't you the jokester?" he whispered sarcastically.

Jasmine held back a flinch and nodded," I try." She whispered back.

The two remained silent the rest of the class. Henry turned to look at Jasmine and noticed Jasmine's white cardigan sleeve down to her elbow. Revealing a purple bruise on her arm. He raised his eyebrow at the bruise.

"What happened to your arm Jazz?" Henry whispered to Jasmine.

Jasmine turned to him and immediately noticed the revealed bruise. Her eyes widened and she quickly put her sleeve back up," I-it's nothing. I…hit myself against a…desk." She covered up.

Henry looked at her suspiciously," Are you sure? That doesn't look like something a desk would do."

Jasmine nodded," Positive." Putting on a fake smile.

Henry glanced at her one last time and turned back to his desk. That was very weird. How did she get that bruise? Maybe it was just a desk. But his head thought different things…

~~New Directions: The Next Generation! ~~

Heather Wellins walked down the hallways as if she owned it. She wasn't a new girl, no. But she was going to start making a name for herself around here. No more, "Heather Wellins who?" no. But, "Oh Heather Wellins…"

She was a cheerio now, and she was going to make it to the top. She just had to push some cheerios out of the way to get it. The cheerios being Rowan Lopez-Pierce, Emily Hummel-Anderson, Adeline Hudson, Adara Schuester, Nikki Puckerman(if you could count her), and especially Delilah Puckerman. Those 6 were stiff competition to have. They were all really good. So she had to just get them out of her way and she'd have full popularity. She'd been hearing rumors that Coach Jeanette was considering Delilah for the spot of co-captain once she fully recovered. And after the captain of the squad graduated, which was this year, Delilah would take full captain position. And she was not going to let that happen.

She grinned deviously to herself as she caught sight of the blonde with two other girls. Her other competition. She made her way towards the three girls and smiled sweetly," Hey there."

The three girls stopped their conversation and turned to Heather, "Um…hi." Adeline greeted awkwardly, they had seen the girl at cheerios practice when they were observing new routines but they've never talked to her before.

"I'm Heather. Heather Wellins. I'm part of the cheerios and I heard you 3 were also in it too. So I figured I should introduce myself." Heather said.

Rowan eyed her suspiciously, "Well you met us. So you can turn your little ass around and leave." Rowan replied rudely. This girl seemed too nice in her opinion.

Heather's fake sweet smile turned cold. She sent an icy glare to the three girls," Well then, I tried to be nice. But I see I have to say what I need to say in another way." Heather said quite venomously.

Rowan rolled her eyes," Wow, well aren't you bi-polar. Sweet to bitchy in a second. You should really see a therapist for that."

Heather smirked," Like your sister does? Yeah, I'm not going crazy like her. But from what I see, the Lopez-Pierce have got quite the reputations. Adrian, the smart and charming girl who turned crazy. Gabe, the womanizer to a whipped bitch. Keegan, now I feel bad for him, he's dating a fugly nerd who I can't even remember her name right now. And then there's you, the bitchy cheerleader who's scared on the inside. The shooters should've finished you off when they had the chance."

Rowan turned red with anger and tried to lunge at Heather, who did this bitch think she was? She may have a cast on her arm but she can still bring that horse-teeth country bumpkin a piece of her mind.

Delilah grabbed Rowan's uninjured arm," Rowan stop, she's not worth it." Delilah replied warningly.

"Am I Rosie O' Donnel?" Heather questioned, turning to Delilah," I wouldn't try to say anything considering you look like a 600 pound obese woman who's thinking of writing a memoir called 'Fifty shades of gravy'. I don't think Coach Jeanette will like that. Or your boy toy. Wouldn't be surprised if he dumped you right now. He'd probably do it through text because he would be scared that you'd get so mad, you'd sit on him and crush him to death." Heather told her. Delilah looked down on herself and looked down. She thought she had been losing weight…she'd have to go to the bathroom later or eat less than she already does…

Adeline glared at the girl," Hey! You can't talk to my friends that way!" Adeline exclaimed, ready to hit the girl with her crutches.

"Oh shut it Tiny Tim! And don't try getting close to me, I hear cancer is contagious." Heather snarled.

Adeline looked down and Rowan sent her a dirty look," Look Horse Teeth, don't try messing with me or my friends. Or we'll have a problem…more than those horrible teeth of yours. Seriously, I don't think a dentist can fix that."

Heather chuckled dryly," You may feel all high and mighty right now, but I will have something to hold you all for. And you will kiss that popularity goodbye. I tried being nice, but it looks like my hands will be getting dirty here…"

Rowan rolled her eyes, this girl was as intimidating as a puppy," Bring it. Just be careful, those teeth look like they're about to escape from your mouth…blowjobs much?" Rowan smirked.

Heather sent her an icy glare that could kill you that instant, "Even if I did, I'd have a longer line than you."

"Nice way of saying you're a slut."

"I wouldn't talk, you look to be going the same direction." Heather retorted.

"I don't see horse teeth in my future so no. Thanks for the proposition though, I'll make sure to let some guys know that you're selling blowjobs. I'm sure you're teeth are in need of carrots to bite on." Rowan insulted.

Heather rolled her eyes," Be warned. You three and other girls are in for many surprises. And they aren't fun." And with that, Heather walked away from the girls.

"What went up her ass?" Rowan asked Delilah and Adeline.

The two other girls shrugged their shoulders," I think we made a new enemy though." Adeline replied.

"Make that two, her horse teeth look dangerous."

~~New Directions: The Next Generation! ~~

Aidan sat in the library by himself. He's a bit more social now since the shooting. But he liked being alone to just think sometimes. His loneliness quickly ended when Ethan and Oliver took a seat in front of him.

The 3 remained quiet and didn't say a word to one another until Oliver broke the silence, "Look Aidan, I know that you've gone through a lot of stuff. But don't let it get to you. We miss our dork. And it's not two musketeers, it's three. And we're missing one."

Aidan cracked a small smile, "I-I guess. But I still need some time I guess. But I do miss you guys."

The other two boys smiled," Well whenever you want to join our crew again, the position is open." Ethan replied.

Aidan grinned," Thanks."

"So, any news from Dani?" Oliver winked.

Aidan's cheeks tinted pink," We—Well we talk on the phone but that's usually it."

The two boys laughed," You Aidan should try asking her out—or better yet kiss her!" Oliver exclaimed.

Aidan immediately shook his head no," No, I can't."

"Why not?" Ethan asked.

Aidan rubbed the back of his neck nervously," I-I don't want to mess things up like I have before," he said, referring to Delilah," and I don't want things to get awkward."

"You should go for it Aidan. If you don't try, you'll never know what could've been." Oliver told him, looking down sadly as he wished he could've used his own advice with Adara.

"But I don't want to mess up what I have…" Aidan replied.

"If you don't try you won't know. Go for it!" Ethan exclaimed," We'll help you."

"How?" Aidan asked.

Ethan and Oliver looked at each other and smiled," It involves roller skates…"

"Then I'm screwed."

~~New Directions: The Next Generation! ~~

Ben and Ellie were in science class, the teacher droning on and on about something they'd never use in real life.

Ben glanced at Ellie who was trying to listen to the boring teacher. He leaned closer to her and whispered in her ear," Isn't Mrs. Hall so boring?"

Ellie jumped and turned to him and giggled," If you tried listening maybe it'd be more interesting."

"I tried, and I'm never going back." Ben joked.

Ellie giggled again, "You're funny."

Ben smiled," Well, I try," Ellie smiled and Ben ran his hand through his hair," So I've been wondering about something…" Ellie nodded for him to continue and he bit his lip," Is glee club fun?" he asked.

Ellie nodded quickly," It is. It's a lot of fun. Do you sing?"

Ben nodded," I sing a bit. I'm not the best though but I try. I was asking because I'm actually considering joining glee club." Ben said.

Ellie lit up and grinned," Really? That'd be amazing if you did!" she exclaimed a little too loudly that all eyes set on them and the teacher sent them a warning look," Sorry." She apologized quickly. The teacher looked at the two one last time before returning her attention back to the lesson.

Ben chuckled and turned back to her," So do you think I should join?" he asked.

Ellie bit her lip," Only if you really want to. It'd be amazing if you did though."

"Well I like seeing you and talking to you. So if it means seeing you more I'd love to join." Ben replied with a charming smile.

Ellie blushed and looked down with a smile," Thanks."

Ben smiled, he really liked Ellie. And not as a friend," Well I guess it's official, I'm joining glee." Ben declared.

Ellie looked up and smiled," Really? Awesome!" she chirped happily.

Ben did a small half-smile," But first do me a favor."

"What is it?"

"Smile." Ben picked up his camera and took a picture of Ellie.

Ellie was caught by surprise," I told you Ben; I don't like getting my picture taken!"

"But you look so beautiful!" he showed her the picture taken and it was simply perfect. The natural light from the window hit her just right and it showed her beauty. And her real smile was shown. Ben was certainly keeping that one.

"Wow, you're really good." Ellie complimented, wanting to take away the attention from herself.

"Thanks. But the camera seems to love you, you look amazing." Ben said to her, looking at her and smiling.

Ellie turned red and chuckled," I-I guess."

"I don't guess, I know." Ben told her.

The two looked at each other for a moment, their eyes meeting. Their faces were this close to each other. And just for a second, they forgot their surrounding and everything. They focused on each other.

Ellie broke the contact," So after school? For glee?"

Ben broke from his trance and nodded," Yes—yeah, yeah I am."

"Great," the bell rang and everyone stood up," well I'll see you in glee." And Ellie walked away from Ben.

Ben let out a breath," Wow."

~~New Directions: The Next Generation! ~~

"Nikki what's wrong?" Cheryl asked her girlfriend worriedly. Nikki had been acting kind of down lately and frankly, she was worried.

Nikki shook her head," Nothing Cher—"

"—don't give me that crap! You have been really quiet lately and it worries me!" Cheryl interrupted. Nikki never acted like this and it scared her.

Nikki looked down and walked to her locker and opened it," I-I don't want to talk about it."

Cheryl looked at her worriedly," If something is wrong Nikki, you know I'm always here to listen." Cheryl told her sincerely, placing her hand on Nikki's shoulder.

The blonde sighed as she held back tears; she couldn't stop thinking about Rick. He was special to her and he always would.

"I-I can't, it hurts to tell." Nikki told her.

Cheryl looked at her sympathetically, she wished she knew what was wrong with Nikki," It's okay, I understand. But when you want to talk, I'm here." Cheryl smiled softly.

Nikki nodded and Cheryl did the same. The brunette turned to leave and only took a few steps before Nikki blurted out," He was my first."

Cheryl turned and raised her eyebrow quizzically," Who?"

"R-rick Parker…the one that died in the shooting." Nikki confessed, her eyes growing teary again.

Cheryl suddenly came into realization why Nikki was acting like this. Rick was her first, and firsts usually meant something to people. Heck, she lost her v-card with some foreign exchange student from Paris (he was hot by the way), and she still talked to him sometimes," Oh my god Nikki I'm so sorry—"

"—don't. I just—I don't want to talk about it…" Nikki's voice cracked. She didn't want this to get to her. She didn't want to be seen so vulnerable. She just wanted to suck it up and move on but she couldn't.

Cheryl hugged Nikki and whispered in her ear," You can cry Nikki, it's okay."

Nikki gulped and shook her head," I-I can't. I don't want to seem like I'm vulnerable because I'm not."

Cheryl broke of the hug and took her hand," Nikki, sometimes, everyone needs a good cry. Even if you do cry, I still think you are the most fantastic girl I've ever laid eyes on. "

Nikki cracked a small smile as a tear slid down her cheek. Cheryl smiled softly and wiped the tear, kissing Nikki softly.

Little did the couple know was that Heather had snapped a picture of the two kissing. Looks like her plan was being put into motion...

~~New Directions: The Next Generation! ~~

Adrian felt her phone vibrate again, she took out her phone and saw Malina's picture and simply rejected the call again. Along with other texts, phone calls, and voicemails. She didn't feel like talking to anyone. She has barely even said a word to her friends, her brothers and sister, or her moms'. She's just…numb. She just wants to disappear forever because life right now sucks for her.

She shut her locker and walked down the hallways, avoiding everything and everyone. If it was up to her, she wouldn't even be at school right now. Everything here was just a nightmare on repeat over and over again.

As she walked down the hallways, she noticed the long stares of people and she simply looked down to block them out. Adrian seems to be doing that a lot lately…

Suddenly someone came up to her and she looked up and Cheryl was standing there with a shocked yet fearful face," Everyone knows now." Cheryl said. Cheryl wouldn't have come up to Adrian—wanting to give her the space she needs, but this was important!

"I don't feel like talking." Adrian muttered, attempting to walk away from Cheryl.

Cheryl grabbed the girl's wrist and brought her back," This is serious Adrian! Suck it up and talk to me!"

Adrian saw the seriousness in Cheryl's voice and budged in," What is it?" she asked, avoiding eye contact with her.

Cheryl handed her phone to Adrian. Adrian hesitantly took it and read what the phone had:

"Rumor, Rumor in the Mill…Adrian Lopez-Pierce is dating Vocal Adrenaline's very own Malina St. James…don't believe me? Here's the proof:"

-H

Under the text was a picture from weeks ago before the shooting of Malina and Adrian sharing a kiss.

Adrian's eye widened in shock, everyone knows now. EVERYONE.

Adrian looked up to Cheryl, "How did—"

"—some girl. Heather Wellins I think. She's like a meaner and dangerous version of the Ben Israel twins. She has something on everybody which makes her the biggest bitch here now," Cheryl quickly interrupted. Adrian nodded and looked back down at the picture," So what are you going to do Adrian? Are you going to talk to Malina about this?"

Adrian shrugged her shoulders; she hadn't talked to Malina since she was at the hospital. And she still didn't feel like talking to anyone. Cheryl caught her by surprise which is the only reason she's even sort of talking to her.

"Look, I can't tell you what to do but you need to stop this Adrian. I get it, you went through a lot of crap that no one should've gone through, but I'm pretty sure your girlfriend is worried like hell about you. You can't hide from the world that's desperately looking for you." Cheryl told her, and leaving to let the words sink in to Adrian.

Adrian stood in the middle of the crowded hallway. She didn't know what to do, she didn't know whether to talk to Malina or simply ignore the stares and go through this day.

Before Adrian could say or even do anything some of the New Directions swarmed her like flies circling around her.

"You're dating the competition?! Are you fucking insane Adrian?" Rowan exclaimed with a shock yet angry look on her face.

Before Adrian could answer more and more people started talking over each other, shocked and angry that Adrian had been dating their enemy. And not just that, but the lead of Vocal Adrenaline.

"Are you trying to cost us Nationals?!" Adeline exclaimed. Funny her talking, she's dating a warbler.

"Out of all the people you could date, her?" Keegan exclaimed.

"I'm your twin Adrian! Why would you hide this from me?" Gabe said next.

"I—"Adrian spoke up.

"—you just had to go after the competition didn't you?! There goes Nationals, and glee club as a whole!" Jonathan interrupted.

"Who the fuck cares? The girl she likes is hot, and I don't see why it's your business!" Izzy bluntly said.

"It's our business because this is only going to get Vocal Adrenaline the upper hand more than they already do!" Scotty exclaimed.

"All of you calm your tits! If she loves her, let her date whoever she wants! Aren't we supposedly the accepting and diverse glee club? Well I don't see it right now! Fucking haters!" Aaron said disappointingly.

Everyone started talking over each other. Some were looking at Adrian disappointed. While others looked confused. And some just trying to defend the poor girl. Adrian's breathing started getting heavier at all these people and the yelling. She couldn't take it anymore and pushed everyone out of the way and ran out the school.

Once she was out the school she shakily took out her phone and scrolled through her contacts and called someone. She put the phone to her ear and bit her lip as the caller answered.

"Malina?"

~~New Directions: The Next Generation! ~~

Malina was walking down the hallways when her phone vibrated in her pocket. She stopped dead on her track and took her phone out of her pocket and immediately saw Adrian on her screen, she smiled and quickly answered.

"Adrian." She said surprised.

"Malina?" Malina noticed her shaky breathing and cracked voice.

"Adrian, what's wrong? Are you okay? What happened?" Malina asked worried about her girlfriend.

"I-I," she paused," Can—can we meet up somewhere? W-we need to t-talk…please?" Adrian asked, nervousness in her voice.

Malina nodded, even though she couldn't see her," Y-yeah. Of course! Where do you want to meet?" Malina asked, already heading for the door.

"Umm…somewhere private. Anywhere you want." Adrian replied, her voice desperate.

Malina licked her lips," I can pick you up in my car, and we'll talk there." She suggested.

"Okay." Adrian whispered softly.

"Where are you? So I know where to get you." Malina asked, suddenly noticing the stares of people.

"In front of McKinley." Adrian answered softly.

"Okay, I'll be there. I love you." Malina said, she received no response. Instead a click of the phone. She sighed, at least she called.

Before Malina could do anything Henry approached her," You need to go now." Henry told her, panic in his voice.

"Why?" she asked.

He leaned closer to her," People know who you're dating. Everyone knows. This chick put it on her blog and people read it. And now, some Vocal Adrenaline members are after you." Henry told her quietly.

Malina's eyes widened, so that's why Adrian called her? She nodded," I owe you big time!" she told him sincerely.

Henry nodded and pushed her out Carmel's door," Thank me later! Now go! They're looking for you like you're a damn fugitive!"

Malina gave him a small smile and got on her car, she sighed. When did her world start collapsing?

~~New Directions: The Next Generation! ~~

Rowan suppressed to punch Craig in the face as he followed her like a lost puppy," Come on Rowan! A date with me is like a gift from god!" he said cockily.

The fiery Latina rolled her eyes," Or a curse from hell, now leave me alone Craig!"

Craig wasn't going to take no for an answer, he was going to go on a date with Rowan," Not until you say yes!"

"Listen, I will not go on a date with you! Why you ask? Well you sound like a Hyena every single time you open your mouth! Two, you only want me for sex and honey; I'd rather hook up with a broom stick because I'm pretty sure your package is smaller than the broom stick. And three, you're not even close to decent in my mind." Rowan bitched at him. She hoped that would shut him up.

Craig chuckled," Even if you insult me a thousand times, I still want to go on a date with you. So 7?"

Rowan groaned in frustration," No."

"I'm not taking no for an answer." Craig said.

Rowan quickly thought of something out of the blue," I have a date!"

Craig raised an eyebrow," Oh do you now? Who is it?"

Rowan bit her lip as she started looking around, she would not go on a date with this guy. Suddenly she caught sight of Ethan and an idea popped into her head.

"Hold that thought," She said as she walked over to Ethan and took him by his blazer and dragged him over to Craig," Ethan's my date!"

Ethan looked at her confused," What?" he said confused. Rowan sent him a look to go with it and he nodded," Y-yeah, we have a date tonight."

Craig crossed his arms, he didn't believe it," Oh...where are you guys going on your…date?" he asked.

"Umm…" Rowan looked at Ethan to help her out.

"A karaoke bar in Westerville!" Ethan blurted out.

Rowan looked at him with a face that easily said," Really Ethan, really?"

Craig nodded in amusement," Oh. Well I guess I'll see you there."

The two looked at him quizzically," Whoa, whoa wait—see us there?" Rowan asked.

Craig nodded with a smirk," I'll just find a date and we'll double date. So 7?" Craig asked.

Ethan and Rowan looked at each other and nodded slowly," Yeah…7." Ethan confirmed.

"Great, see you there." And with that, Craig walked away.

Rowan turned to him," A karaoke club in Westerville? Really Ethan?"

He raised his hands in surrender," Hey, hey don't point fingers at me! I was dragged here against my own will so be lucky I even saved your ass!" Ethan replied.

Rowan huffed and crossed her arms," This sucks."

"Oh come on, maybe this won't be that bad…" Ethan trailed off.

"Don't be too sure boy Chang, who's going to drive us? You somehow still don't have your license because you skipped the driver's test for a dance competition." Rowan told him.

Before Ethan could say anything, someone caught Rowan's eye," Hold that thought twinkle toes," Rowan walked over to Izzy with a smile on her face," Hey Izzy." Rowan greeted Izzy who was by her locker.

Izzy turned to the girl and looked at her suspiciously, "What do you want Dora the Explorer, don't you have borders to jump?" Izzy said.

Rowan bit her tongue to hold back an insult," Well, ignoring how extraordinarily racist that was, Ethan and I have a date—a fake one I might add—and the idiot doesn't have a license yet so I was wondering if you could drive us…"

Izzy crossed her arms," Drive you where exactly?"

"Westerville…" Rowan trailed off.

Izzy nodded," Well that little trip is going to cost me time and money so you'll have to give me a good offer or I won't offer my services as your taxi driver for the day."

"I'll give you 5 packs of cigarettes and gas money."

Izzy thought for a moment," That's it?"

"Well what else do you want?" Rowan asked.

"Considering that we are going to Westerville, I know some clubs I can get in to while I wait for your asses to have your date. So I'm going to need money for that too…" Izzy explained.

Rowan sighed," Fine. But don't drink too much; I want to get home alive."

"Don't worry, your boy toy and you will make it. Now what time?" Izzy asked.

"We have to be there by 7, so 6." Rowan answered.

"Okay, now if you'll excuse me, I have a cigarette calling my name under the bleachers." Izzy shut her locker and walked away.

Rowan walked back to Ethan," Driving problem solved." She told him.

"You're having Izzy driving us? I doubt we'll even make it to the date alive with her!" Ethan exclaimed.

"Calm your tits Ethan, we'll live. And be lucky I even got us a ride. We just need to get her gas and club money. I got the cigarettes covered." Rowan told him.

Ethan nodded," How are you getting cigarettes? You're underage."

"I know a guy."

"Wow, that's a good explanation."

Rowan rolled her eyes," I'll see you at 6 Ethan."

"Yeah, see you at 6." Ethan confirmed.

Rowan nodded and walked away from the boy. What had the two gotten themselves into?

~~New Directions: The Next Generation! ~~

Dorothy was in the choir room, she had texted Grayson to come to the choir room for something and he had agreed. She read over the sheet music by the piano and tapped her fingers rather impatiently as she waited for him to come.

Grayson walked in suddenly and flashed a smile," Hey Dory." He greeted.

Dorothy jumped and quickly fixed herself before flashing her smile," Hey Gray!" she greeted happily back.

He put his hands in his pocket and walked closer to the piano," So why'd you want me to come to the choir room?" he asked.

"Well considering this is Disney Week, I figured you and I haven't done a duet so this is a perfect moment to do so. And I found a perfect song that shows off our vocals and I'm sure everyone will enjoy the performance—"she rambled.

"—whoa Dory slow down! One word at a time! "Grayson laughed.

Dorothy laughed awkwardly," Sorry," she handed him the sheet music," I was wondering if you'd do a duet with me for glee?"

Grayson read the sheet music and nodded," Sure why not? It seems like a cool song."

Dorothy smiled," Great! Well since the band is here…do you want to rehearse now?" she asked hopefully.

Grayson nodded," Sure. I was actually wondering why the band was here but I can see why now."

Dorothy laughed, "Well, let's begin shall we?" she nodded to the band.

Grayson nodded and looked at the sheet music and then to Dorothy.

If I never knew you

If I never felt this love

I would have no inkling of

How precious life can be, Grayson sang, smiling at Dorothy.

And if I never held you

I would never have a clue

How at last I'd find in you

The missing part of me

In this world so full of fear

Full of rage and lies

I can see the truth so clear

In your eyes, Grayson sang, and started walking around the choir room but never breaking his gaze at Dorothy.

So dry your eyes

And I'm so grateful to you

I'd have lived my whole life through

Lost forever

If I never knew you, Grayson smiled at her and Dorothy smiled back.

The two started walking around the choir room but never took their eyes off each other; they were both feeling something both had never felt before. But they couldn't describe it.

If I never knew you

I'd be safe but half as real

Never knowing I could feel, Dorothy sang, leaning against the piano.

A love so strong and true

I'm so grateful to you

I'd have lived my whole life through

Lost forever

If I never knew you, Dorothy sang, starting to walk towards Grayson.

I thought our love would be so beautiful, Grayson sang.

Somehow we made the whole world bright, Dorothy sang next.

The two stood in front of each other and sang, looking into each other's eyes,

I never knew that fear and hate could be so strong

All they'd leave us where these whispers in the night

But still my heart is singing

We were right, Grayson smiled and leaned closer to Dorothy, only to have Dorothy dodge it with a smirk and started walking away to the other side of the choir room. Grayson chuckled and followed her.

If I never knew you

If I never knew this love, Dorothy sang as she leaned against a wall with a smirk.

I would have no inkling of

How precious life can be

Grayson leaned against the wall next to her and smiled as he sang, There's no moment I regret

Since the moment that we met

If our time has gone too fast

I've lived at last...

I thought our love would be so beautiful

Somehow we'd make the whole world bright, the two harmonized. Dorothy leaned off the wall and ran to the piano bench, biting her lip. Grayson laughed and ran after her and the two sang at the piano bench.

I thought our love would be so beautiful

We'd turn the darkness into light, Dorothy sang, losing herself in Grayson's eyes.

And still my heart is singing

We were right, Grayson and Dorothy sang. Grayson without thinking placed his hand on her cheek. And Dorothy felt chills rush down her spine.

We were right

And If I never knew you

I'd have lived my whole life through, Grayson sang, leaning closer.

Empty as the sky, Dorothy sang, leaning closer as well.

Never knowing why

Lost forever

If I never knew you, the two sang the last part together. The song ended and their faces were this close to each other until Dorothy recomposed herself and nodded.

"That was good." Dorothy said awkwardly.

Grayson nodded," Y-yeah, that was really good." He said in agreement.

Before any of the two could say anything some of the glee club members started walking in already, eyeing the two suspiciously. The two broke ways and sat down on the chairs opposite of each other.

Everyone—or almost everyone—took a seat in the choir room and waited for Mr. Schue to walk in. And right on cue, the curly haired teacher walked in with a smile on his face.

"Hello everybody," he noticed one or two members missing and frowned," Um, where's Mason and Adrian?"

Some shrugged their shoulders," She left after we approached her saying why she was dating the lead of Vocal Adrenaline…we kind of scared her away. And Mason, I have no idea." Keegan explained.

Will nodded, "Well, we'll work with what we got—"he stopped himself when he saw someone raise their hand and he nodded to them to speak.

Ben stood up from sitting next to Ellie and looked at Mr. Schue," Um—I want to audition for glee club—if you don't mind." Ben told him.

Will grinned, he was getting so many members it was surprising! "Of course! Take the floor...um what's your name?" Will asked.

"Benjamin Puckerman but you can just call me Ben." Ben replied.

Will nodded," Well Ben, take the floor and have fun." Will took a seat and Ben stood in front of everyone nervously.

"I-I'll be singing 'Stop and Stare' by One Republic." He said walking to the piano and nodding to the band. He looked over at Ellie who nodded to continue encouragingly and he smiled softly. The band began playing and Ben shook his nervousness away and sang.

This town is colder now, I think it's sick of us

It's time to make our move, I'm shaking off the rust

I've got my heart set on anywhere but here

I'm staring down myself, counting up the years, Ben sang softly at first, slowly building up.

Steady hands, just take the wheel...

And every glance is killing me

Time to make one last appeal... for the life I lead, Ben sang placing his fingers on the piano and started playing along with the band.

Stop and stare

I think I'm moving but I go nowhere

Yeah I know that everyone gets scared

But I've become what I can't be, oh, Ben sang sending glances to Ellie who was quite surprised of Ben's voice. He was really good!

Stop and stare

You start to wonder why you're here not there

And you'd give anything to get what's fair

But fair ain't what you really need

Oh, can you see what I see, Ben felt his confidence build up. He felt comfortable singing, he continued playing the piano effortlessly.

They're trying to come back, all my senses push

Untie the weight bags, I never thought I could...

Steady feet, don't fail me now

Gonna run till you can't walk

Something pulls my focus out

And I'm standing down..., Ben sang, loving the rush he was getting singing, he was putting his all into the song and it showed.

Stop and stare

I think I'm moving but I go nowhere

Yeah I know that everyone gets scared

But I've become what I can't be, oh, he sang, he was starting to pick up a falsetto part there.

Stop and stare

You start to wonder why you're here not there

And you'd give anything to get what's fair

But fair ain't what you really need

Oh, you don't need

What you need, what you need..., he sang softly, looking for at Ellie and winking at her, Ellie smiled down at the floor and blushed. Dorothy raised her eyebrow and smirked.

"Not the only one in love am I?" Dorothy whispered with a smirk, which caused Ellie to blush even redder.

Stop and stare

I think I'm moving but I go nowhere

Yeah I know that everyone gets scared

But I've become what I can't be

Oh, do you see what I see...Ben finished the song and everyone clapped and cheered.

Will grinned and stood up," Ben, that was amazing! I must say…welcome to the New Directions!" Will exclaimed.

Ben grinned excitingly," Really?"

Will nodded," We would be very lucky to have you!"

Ben took a seat next to Ellie and turned to her," Was I good?" he asked.

Ellie nodded and smiled," You were amazing Ben! You were bluffing saying you were just okay."

Ben chuckled," Well thanks. I can't wait to hear you sing."

Ellie blushed and the two turned back to give their attention to Mr. Schue who now was standing in front of everyone.

"Okay, so it's Disney Week, any songs anyone has?" he asked, looking around for possible volunteers.

"Well, all the guys minus the newbie have worked on a number and I think we're ready." Orion spoke up. All the guys nodded in agreement.

Will smiled," Great! Take the floor guys!" Will took a seat and the boys minus Ben stood up.

"Well, we hope you all enjoy our awesome performance." Ethan said cockily. Everyone laughed and the music began. The boys bobbed their head up and down and danced a bit.

Hakuna Matata!

What a wonderful phrase, Oliver sang, wiggling his eyebrows causing some laughs from the audience.

Hakuna Matata!

Ain't no passing craze, Keegan sung, doing a silly dance move which caused the audience to laugh again.

It means no worries for the rest of your days, Oliver sang.

Keegan and Oliver put their arms over each other' shoulders and sang together, It's our problem-free philosophy

Hakuna Matata!, all the boys sang.

Gabe smirked while he sent a quick wink to Annie and walked over to Aidan, Why, when he was a young boy...Gabe squeezed Aidan's cheeks playfully.

Aidan pretended to be annoyed and rubbed his cheeks as he sang, When I was a young boy!, he belted.

Gabe nodded in approval, Very nice, he said.

Thanks, Aidan said.

Connor then walked over Ethan who stood there casually and pretended to look so cool, running his hand through his hair, He found his aroma lacked a certain appeal

He could clear the savannah after every meal, Connor sang, as he pinched his nose and pretended to almost die due to the "aroma".

I'm a sensitive soul though I seem thick-skinned

And it hurt that my friends never stood downwind, Ethan looked down sadly as he sang.

And oh, the shame, Ethan sang, covering his face while Connor patted his shoulder. {He was ashamed}, Connor sang after him.

Thought of changing my name, Ethan sang dramatically. Aaron held up a sign that said "Wong Wing" and had an arrow pointing to Ethan. This caused everyone to burst out laughing. {Oh! What's in a name?}, Connor sang after him.

And I got downhearted, Ethan sang. {How did ya feel?}, Connor sang after him.

Every time that I...Ethan raised his finger to say something only to have his mouth covered by Connor.

Ethan! Not in front of the kids!, Connor exclaimed.

Oh. Sorry, Ethan looked down embarrassingly.

All the boys began to do a funny dance as they sang, Hakuna Matata! What a wonderful phrase

Hakuna Matata! Ain't no passing craze, they all sang.

It means no worries for the rest of your days, Jonathan sang, smiling and nodding his head.

It's our problem-free philosophy, all the boys sang.

Hakuna Matata!, they all sang, doing jazz hands and smiling like idiots. The audience laughed again. It was certainly a fun performance.

Hakuna Matata! Hakuna matata!

Hakuna Matata! Hakuna matata!

Hakuna Matata! Hakuna matata!

Hakuna Matata! Hakuna!, They sang.

It means no worries for the rest of your days, Jonathan sang again.

It's our problem-free philosophy

Hakuna Matata!

It's our problem-free philosophy

Hakuna Matata!, the boys sang starting to prance around the choir room like total dorks causing everyone to laugh again.

I say "Hakuna", Orion said pointing to himself.

I say "Matata", Aaron said pointing to himself.

Ha-kuuu-na Matata, the two boys harmonized.

Hakuna Matata, the boys all sang together until their voices faded away. The audience cheered and laughed at the same time.

Will laughed, "That was a very fun performance guys great job!"

All the guys grinned," Well, we're pretty sure this just beat whatever the girls are coming up with." Jonathan said with a smirk.

"Yeah don't be so sure of yourself Jack Frost, we have a performance that will beat yours easily." Annie said.

"Okay guys, let's not make this a competition!" Will warned turning to the girls," would you like to perform girls?"

The girls stood up while the boys sat down," Okay, get ready for a show gentlemen." Adara proclaimed.

In ev'ry job that must be done

There is an element of fun, Dorothy said, sitting on the piano.

You find the fun and snap! , Dorothy snapped her fingers.

The job's a game

And ev'ry task you undertake

Becomes a piece of cake, Dorothy sang.

A lark! A spree!

It's very clear to see

That a... Dorothy sang.

Spoonful of sugar helps the medicine go down, Dorothy sang, swinging her legs on the piano.

The medicine go down-wown , the girls sang together.

The medicine go down

Just a spoonful of sugar helps the medicine go down

In a most delightful way, the girls harmonized.

The girls began to danced and whistled around the choir room—or some of them at least. They smiled brightly and were having fun!

A robin feathering his nest

Has very little time to rest

While gathering his

Bits of twine and twig, Emily sang while the girls whistled in the background.

Though quite intent in his pursuit

He has a merry tune to toot

He knows a song

Will move the job along, Emily belted the note and danced along with the girls.

For a...

Spoonful of sugar helps the medicine go down, the girls sang.

The medicine go down-wown

The medicine go down, the New Direction girls harmonized.

Just a spoonful of sugar helps the medicine go down

In a most delightful way, the girls danced around the choir room. It was such a sweet and fun number!

The honey bee that fetch the nectar

From the flowers to the comb

Never tire of ever buzzing to and fro

Because they take a little nip

From ev'ry flower that they sip, Ellie sang with a sweet smile on her face. Ben watched her perform with a smile she was amazing.

And hence (And hence), Ellie sang, Izzy singing after her.

They find (They find), Ellie sang, and Izzy singing once again after her.

Their task is not a grind, the two sang together.

All the girls stopped what turned to Ellie who belted a high and long note, Ah-h-h-h-h-h-h-h-h-h-h ah! The audience jaws dropped. They all knew Ellie was good…but this was something else!

A Spoonful of sugar helps the medicine go down

The medicine go down-wown

The medicine go down, the girls sang.

Just a spoonful of sugar helps the medicine go down

In a most delightful way, the girls finished the song and the audience clapped.

"That was amazing girls! Disney Week is going great!" Mr. Schue exclaimed," Looks like Disney's magic is spreading a bit on all of us."

~~New Directions: The Next Generation! ~~

Malina and Adrian had been silent for over 15 minutes. The two were sitting quietly in Malina's car. Adrian wasn't going to speak up. Malina knew that. She had to take matters into her own hands.

"You only called me because everyone knows now didn't you?" Malina asked, nervous to hear her girlfriend's reply.

Adrian didn't even glance up," Yes." She muttered, her hands twitching nervously.

Malina nodded," So what's going to happen…between us?" Adrian shrugged her shoulders and remained quiet. Malina sighed, she wasn't getting anywhere," Stop. Please just stop this Adrian," Malina turned to Adrian," I get it okay? You went through a shooting; I know it's something you can get over with. But please, please don't drift away from me. I love you okay?" Malina's eyes filled with tears," A-and seeing you like this makes me wish there was a way I could take all that pain away. But I can't, but can I at least help you take some of it away?"

Adrian pursed her lips and shook her head," You can't. No one can…" Adrian really wanted to leave the car and just be left alone from everyone," So just leave me alone."

Malina shook her head," I've given you space Adrian—plenty of it. But I'm not going to let you break yourself like this—"

"—I'm not a pity case Malina."

"I didn't say you were," Malina sighed," I'm saying I'm your girlfriend and I don't want to see you like this anymore."

Adrian for the first time turned to Malina," If you're really my girlfriend then you should know to leave me alone when I need it."

"I did!" Malina exclaimed, growing tired of fighting," I've been giving you space for god knows how long. You've been pushing me away and what do you expect me to do? Just let you throw yourself away? No, as your girlfriend I'm supposed to be there for you."

Adrian looked back down and looked at her hands she blinked; she could've sworn she saw blood on her hands…just like in the shooting. She tried to push that away from her mind, like she's been doing with everything lately," Look, I don't want to think of anything right now. I think talking to you was a big mistake." Adrian said opening the car door.

Malina grabbed her wrist, "We're not done talking about this Adrian!"

Adrian roughly jerked her wrist away from Malian," I am. "Adrian stepped out of the car and slammed it hard, walking away.

Malina sighed and turned on the ignition, she wasn't done talking. She began driving the direction Adrian was walking; she started driving slowly when she caught up to Adrian. She lowered the window from the passenger side," Adrian, get in the car. We're not done talking." Malina told her calmly.

Adrian crossed her arms and shook her head, not even glancing at Malina," No."

"Adrian, please." Malina pleaded.

"No." Adrian began walking faster.

Malina huffed," Adrian I'm serious, we need to talk about this."

"I don't want to talk about anything understood?" Adrian said, walking even faster.

"Adrian. Get. In. The. Car." Malina said, enunciating each word.

"No!" Adrian exclaimed," Just leave me alone Malina god!"

"I just want to help you." Malina replied.

Adrian stopped and turned to her," No one can help me."

"I can. I promise you I can but you have to talk to me." Malina promised.

Adrian stood there in cold, her hair moving softly from the cool breeze. She tentatively walked towards the car," Promise?"

Malina smiled softly and nodded," I promise."

Adrian bit her lip and opened the car door and stepped back inside," You're the first person in a while that convinces me to do something." Adrian confessed.

Malina chuckled," I have that kind of effect on you."

Adrian for the first time in a while laughed," You do."

"Now, what's wrong? And don't lie to me saying nothing because we both know that's not true." Malina told her.

Adrian looked down and gulped," It never ends."

"What never ends?" Malina asked.

"The shooting. It follows me everywhere…I haven't slept in days because even when I close my eyes, they're there," Adrian paused," I-I could still feel the blood on me. And I could still see them shooting themselves and the blood splattering everywhere. I swear I could still hear the gunshots…" Adrian held back tears and clenched onto the seat, her knuckles turning white.

Malina took Adrian's hand and held it," It's okay. You don't have to tell me anything."

Adrian shook her head, "Um—I still see blood actually. And I still wake up in the middle of the night crying. And I still feel scared." Adrian suddenly had yet another flashback of the shooting and startled, feeling her breathing grow heavy and her heart beat faster.

Malina held Adrian's hand as a sign that she was still there," Hey, hey calm down Adrian I'm here. No one's going to hurt you—"Malina tried hugging Adrian but she pushed her away.

"—no! I'm sorry but I-I can't do this. I can't." Adrian opened the car door and dashed out, running as fast as her legs could take her.

Malina sat there with a worried look on her face. This wasn't Adrian. This was someone else. The shooting had affected her more than Malina had thought. Something was wrong, and Adrian needed help. And if she couldn't do it, she had to find someone who could.

~~New Directions: The Next Generation! ~~

Mason was in the boys' locker room, throwing punches at the punching bag angrily. Lately boxing was something he'd been doing a lot lately. He's always liked boxing but now, instead of doing it for fun he did it to release anger. And he knew he had a lot of that happening.

Mason was giving the red punching bag a pounding, and was so immersed in what he was doing that he didn't hear someone come in.

Adeline had never stepped in the locker room, and it definitely wasn't as sexy as she pictured it being. But she came here for a reason, she was worried about Mason. He wasn't himself anymore. She really cared about him and she wanted to help him.

She slowly hopped closer to Mason, but not too close that he could accidentally punch her. She watched the way he moved back and forth on his feet, ducking and weaving side and side as he threw hard blows at the bag as though he was in a real boxing match. If she'd say so herself that was insanely attractive and sexy. But she knew he was just really angry at the world right now, and she knew it was because of Saphirra's death.

"Mason?" she called out, stepping closer to him.

The boy jumped and stopped angrily punching the bag and turned his head. Once he saw it was Adeline, he turned his attention back to the punching bag and continued punching the bag," You're not supposed to be here." He said, in between punches.

"I know but I'm worried about you. You haven't been going to glee lately." Adeline replied.

Mason punched the bag harder," Yeah, well I have better things to do then," he punched the bag harder," glee." He couldn't stand going to glee when they were doing Disney. Disney was all happy and everything. And that wasn't helping him.

Adeline pursed her lips," Well I'm just worried because you're not yourself anymore."

Mason stopped punching the bag and turned to her and wiped some of the sweat off his forehead with his arm," People change Adeline, you just have to accept it."

"Not this much. I know you're hurting over what happened to Saphirra. But you need to understand that we're all here for you. I'm here for you—"

Mason grew angry; no one knew what he was going through. They could just sympathize but no one could understand his pain. So they should just leave him alone, "—you don't know anything about me! So don't act stupid and pretend you do!" Mason interrupted angrily, his voice sounding venomous.

Adeline looked down and shook her head, "You've never yelled at me like that before." She said calmly.

"Well you've never given me the reason to." Mason spat.

Adeline couldn't help but feel hurt at the harshness in Mason's tone, and how he went right back to his boxing routine without another glance at her. Adeline stood there silently, but there was no way she was just leaving.

Adeline sighed," Mason I really care about you…even if you don't believe that."

Mason scoffed," Is that why you're dating that preppy, curled warbler?" he questioned bitterly.

Adeline looked away," That's not the point Mason—"

"—well my point is that you should just leave me the fuck alone! I don't need your fucking sympathy. I'm good on my own." Mason interrupted, throwing hard jabs at the punching bag.

Adeline held back tears," I guess you're back to the old Mason huh? The bad-boy player that's always playing with the moon-eyed girl's feelings. Well you're getting just that Mason." Adeline still liked Mason but this new him was starting to make her hate him. Just like she used to.

"Whatever." He muttered, throwing punches at the punching bag.

Adeline licked her lips," You know, I was going to break-up with Hayden for you because I thought maybe there could be an us…"

"There is no 'us'. There never was. So stick with your little preppy boyfriend, see if I care." Mason replied.

A tear poured down Adeline's cheek but she quickly wiped it," O-oh." She said her voice cracking.

Deep inside, Mason wanted to stop what he was doing and just hug her and kiss her and tell her he loves her so much and that he didn't mean any of it. But he couldn't bring himself up to do that," Just leave Adeline. I don't want you or anyone right now."

Adeline nodded and turned around and left the boys' locker room, she couldn't get through to him. And she meant every word she said—especially about breaking up with Hayden for him. But it looked like he didn't feel the same.

~~New Directions: The Next Generation! ~~

Annie rang the bell to the Lopez-Pierce house about 4 times. It was 7 pm and she had headed over so her and Gabe could practice their Disney song for glee.

After a few seconds the door opened and Gabe was standing there in a pair of sweats and a baggy shirt. Annie smirked and rolled her eyes, "Nice to see you got all dressed up for me."

Gabe laughed, "Oh please you know I'm sexy!"

Annie just shook her head playfully and followed her boyfriend inside. While heading up the stairs, Annie noticed how quiet it was, "Hey, where is everyone?"

"My parents are gone and won't be back for a couple days, Keegan is over at Grayson's house playing video games, Rowan went somewhere with Izzy and Ethan, and Adrian is sleeping over at Cheryl's place." Annie just shrugged her shoulders and brushed her hair away with her left hand.

As soon as they were in the room, Gabe headed over to his stereo system and pressed play. They both turned to each other and stared while the intro started. When the first chorus line started, Annie opened her mouth to sing,

There's a calm surrender to the rush of day

When the heat of a rolling wind can be turned away

Gabe smiled at her and started singing the next few lines

An enchanted moment and it sees me through

It's enough for this restless warrior just to be with you

Both of them held each other's hands and started singing the chorus together.

And can you feel the love tonight

It is where we are

It's enough for this wide-eyed wanderer

That we got this far

And can you feel the love tonight

How it's laid to rest

It's enough to make kings and vagabonds

Believe the very best

Annie pushed off of Gabe and continued the next verse, with a little sparkle on her eye

There's a time for everyone if they only learn

That the twisting kaleidoscope moves us all in turn

Gabe followed after her, with a playful smirk on his face

There's a rhyme and reason to the wild outdoors

When the heart of this star-crossed voyager beats in time with yours

He pulled Annie close from behind, while Annie blushed a little

And can you feel the love tonight

It is where we are

It's enough for this wide-eyed wanderer

That we got this far

And can you feel the love tonight

How it's laid to rest

It's enough to make kings and vagabonds

Believe the very best

Both of them faced each other as they sang the last part slowly

It's enough to make kings and vagabonds

Believe the very best

As the song ended Gabe tilted Annie's head up and kissed her with such raw passion she had to grab onto his neck.

They continued to kiss passionately and it turned into a heated make-out session when Annie whispered "Gabe...I'm ready".

Gabe's entire body froze and he looked at her with wide eyes, "Now?" Annie nodded with such a calm face that it scares herself.

"But it's not perfect! You need a candlelit dinner in the fireplace and all that romantic stuff—"

Annie interrupts him with a kiss," –it's perfect if you're here. I don't want that Gabe...I want you."

Gabe's hands tremble slightly, " A-are you sure about this? I don't want to pressure you into anything…" Annie just nods her head again, before removing Gabe's shirt.

Gabe laid Annie down on the bed before pulling her shirt off. She pulled him close and they pressed their bodies together. Gabe gently nibbled on her neck and she moaned in response.

Gabe removed all of Annie's clothes, before sliding off his pants and boxers.

Annie kissed him one more time before whispering, "Tonight, I'm yours."

Gabe kissed her forehead, "And I'm yours."

~~New Directions: The Next Generation! ~~

Cheryl looked at Adrian; she had invited her over her house because she knew Adrian would like to avoid her family from even more pandemonium. But Adrian wasn't saying one word to her she was just silent and staring into nothing really. This wasn't her best friend…this was someone else…

"Adrian, talk to me please! What's wrong?" Cheryl asked, concerned.

Adrian broke from her thoughts about what had happened earlier between her and Malina and looked at Cheryl," Nothing." She muttered.

"Come on Adrian, I'm your best friend and you know that you could tell me anything and I won't judge you. I mean come on; I didn't get that mad when you told me about you and Malina." Cheryl told her. Adrian smiled a little which caused Cheryl to smile," See? Now we're getting somewhere! Now come on, tell me anything and I'll just listen."

Adrian pursed her lips and looked at Cheryl; she seemed genuinely sincere about what she was saying. But she still wasn't sure whether she should or not just tell her. Cheryl was her friend, and she knew she could trust her…so why not this?

Adrian sighed," It affected me more than I thought. The shooting I mean. I can't sleep, I can't eat without thinking about blood, and I always feel the blood on me still. And I don't want to," Adrian paused, Cheryl nodding for her to continue," I don't feel the same anymore. And the smallest of things scare me now—I'm paranoid. I'm avoiding everyone because seeing them makes me remember the shooting. And that's why during some classes…I get episodes. "Adrian explained to her.

Cheryl looked at her sympathetically, "Oh. Well just so you know Adrian, I'm here for you always." Cheryl told her. She really didn't know what else to say about what Adrian told her. But it wasn't normal. The shooting affected everyone. And even Aidan went through the exact thing but he wasn't like this. She had to talk to someone about this….

~~New Directions: The Next Generation! ~~

Tires screeched and Rowan and Ethan were thrown forward harshly. That's what usually happens in a car with Izzy.

"We're here." Izzy said.

Ethan touched himself to see if he's still alive," Yeah we're here." He nodded.

Rowan rolled her eyes," Try driving slower and less recklessly next time Izzy." Rowan told Izzy rudely, crossing her arms.

Izzy rolled her eyes," Well then find yourself another ride you unthankful bitch."

Rowan glared at her," Let's go Ethan, I want to get this over with." Rowan opened the car door and stepped out, Ethan following.

Izzy stopped Ethan," Wait Ethan!"

Ethan turned around," Yes?"

"Trojan condoms are the best ones, just in case you two you know…" Izzy whistled and winked. Ethan turned beet red and stepped out of the car while Izzy smirked and drove off.

"She needs to be institutionalized." Rowan spoke up.

Ethan nodded," I agree."

The two remained silent as they stood in front of the karaoke club. Rowan sighed," Look Ethan, I'm just as angry to be here as you are but—"

"—who says I'm angry?" Ethan interrupted, a small smile appearing on his face.

Rowan suppressed a smile and coughed awkwardly," Um we should go inside." She muttered, quickly walking in.

Ethan smirked and followed her inside. The club was quite nice. It was simple really, a small bar on the far corner and in the middle was the stage where the karaoke singing took place and there were tables around the stage. The person singing right now was horrible as it gets. She was doing a cover of "Chasing Pavements" by Adele. And she was even worse than Sugar!

"Oh god someone get this girl out before she blows the speakers up!" Rowan exclaimed, covering her ears in distaste.

Ethan rolled his eyes," She's not that bad!"

"I've heard crows sing better than her!" Rowan retorted.

Before Ethan could say anything, they heard someone call them from a table by the stage," Ethan! Rowan! Over here!" Craig, alongside some girl from McKinley, waved them over to their table.

"Oh joy." Rowan muttered as the two walked over to Craig and his whore.

"I'm glad you guys could come!" Craig said enthusiastically.

Rowan and Ethan nodded not so enthusiastically," Yeah…great to be here." Ethan replied.

It was an awkward silence between the 4 until the tone-deaf woman stopped singing and the host went back to the stage a little distraught and traumatized," Wow! Well, let's give it up for this talented woman!" the host exclaimed.

A couple of claps were heard scattered around the club. The host chuckled awkwardly," Well—um who would like to volunteer next?" he asked the audience.

Everyone remained quiet, who would like to make a fool of themselves on stage? No one, that's who!

Craig smirked deviously and pointed at Ethan and Rowan," These two would love to perform!" Craig exclaimed.

Ethan and Rowan's eyes widened," WHAT?! NO!" the two shouted.

The host grinned," Great! Everyone, we got volunteers!"

"Uh no you don't have volunteers!" Rowan exclaimed.

Ethan nodded in agreement," We're not singing!"

Craig chuckled," But you guys are in glee club! Don't you guys sing and crap?" he questioned.

"Yeah but—"Ethan tried to say.

"—but nothing, sing!" Craig interrupted," Sing! Sing! Sing!" Craig began to chant. And pretty soon everyone in the club began to chant," Sing!" along with him.

The two sunk in their seats," Might as well get this over with." Ethan told her.

Rowan groaned," Fine." The two stood up hesitantly and walked towards the stage. Everyone cheered and the host laughed.

"Let's give a round of applause for our volunteers!" The host exclaimed, turning to the two," so what are your names?" he asked, shoving the microphone on their faces.

"Ethan." Ethan muttered.

Rowan sighed, "Rowan." She said rudely.

The host nodded," So how long have you two been dating?"

The two blushed beet red and shook their heads," We-we're not dating…" Rowan stuttered.

The host laughed," Sorry my mistake! I just assumed so! So what song will you two be singing?"

Ethan and Rowan looked at each other and then back at the host," Surprise us." Ethan said.

"Very well, Rowan and Ethan everyone!" the host exclaimed, handing the two microphones to Rowan and Ethan.

Everyone cheered and the music suddenly started playing," Oh god why this one?" Rowan grumbled. Ethan played with his lip piercing nervously and fidgeted with his purple bowtie as he opened his mouth to sing;

Found myself at your door

Just like all those times before

I'm not sure how I got there

All roads they lead me here, Ethan sang softly.

Ethan turned his head to look at Rowan as he sang the next line; I imagine you are home,

In your room, all alone

And you open your eyes into mine

And everything feels better

Right before your eyes, Rowan joined in, the two harmonizing.

I'm breaking, no past

No reasons why

Just you and me, the two looked at each other as they sang.

The two began to walk around in circles, following each other. Never taking their eyes off each other, This is the last time I'm asking you this

Put my name at the top of your list

This is the last time I'm asking you why

You break my heart in the blink of an eye, eye, eye, the two sang.

You find yourself at my door

Just like all those times before, Rowan sang, looking at Ethan.

You wear your best apology

But I was there to watch you leave

It was as if this song was made specifically for them! It described their relationship perfectly…it was like a never-ending rollercoaster going up and down.

And all the times I let you in

Just for you to go again

Disappear when you come back

Everything is better, Rowan sang.

The audience was captivated by these two, there was so much emotion put into the song that it made the whole thing look like it came out of a romance movie.

Right before your eyes

I'm aching, run fast

Nowhere to hide

Just you and me…Rowan and Ethan harmonized together, their lingering stares at each other. Why were these two not together yet?

The two broke their eye contact and sang the chorus without looking at each other, This is the last time I'm asking you this

Put my name at the top of your list

This is the last time I'm asking you why

You break my heart in the blink of an eye, eye, eye…

This is the last time you tell me I've got it wrong, Rowan sang, looking at Ethan.

This is the last time I say it's been you all along, Ethan sang, looking at Rowan as well.

This is the last time I let you in my door, Rowan sang.

This is the last time, I won't hurt you anymore, Ethan sang.

The two stepped closer to each other, Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh

This is the last time I'm asking you this, the two sang, stepping closer to one another. Forgetting the audience was even there and just singing straight at each other.

Put my name at the top of your list

This is the last time I'm asking you why

You break my heart in the blink of an eye, the two harmonized together, their faces this close.

This is the last time I'm asking you this, Rowan sang, Ethan singing after her the same line (this is the last time I'm asking you this)

Put my name at the top of your list, Rowan sang, Ethan singing after her (put my name on the top of your list)

This is the last time I'm asking you why, Rowan sang, and then Ethan after her (this is the last time I'm asking you why)

You break my heart in the blink of an eye, Rowan sang, Ethan singing after her (You break my heart…)

This is the last time I'm asking you

Last time I'm asking you

Last time I'm asking you this...the two sang.

Rowan and Ethan looked at each other in the eye as they sang, This is the last time I'm asking you

Last time I'm asking you

Last time I'm asking you this...

This is the last time I'm asking you

Last time I'm asking you

Last time I'm asking you this...the two sang together.

This is the last time I'm asking you

Last time I'm asking you

Last time I'm asking you this...they sang the last line and then awkwardly looked away from each other. The audience cheered and clapped and the host stepped back on stage.

"Wow! Well that was really good! It seriously looked like you two liked each other!" the host exclaimed.

Rowan and Ethan turned red and simply nodded to the host and stepped off the stage. Craig and the girl looked at the two.

"Well…that was some number…" Craig trailed off.

"Shut up." Rowan and Ethan told him, not even looking at each other.

~~New Directions: The Next Generation! ~~

Aaron and Orion were sitting at BreadstiX, talking and laughing like any couple on a date.

Orion smiled, "Did you have to get in a fight with Jonathan today in school Aar?"

Aaron laughed, "Hey! He started it! He started saying Aladdin wasn't an actual prince, just a dirty orphan, so I filled his locker with kitty litter and glue."

Orion just shook his head and took a bite of his salad, "While it was funny, Principal Henley wasn't that happy about it."

Aaron scoffed, "Oh please, that old bitch is lucky I decided not to put a beehive in his office, throw a rock at it and lock him inside." Orion laughed, his boyfriend was insane sometimes.

When Orion started talking about this cool building he saw on TV the other day, a cough interrupted them. The couple turned to find Daniel Valentine, holding a bouquet of flowers, standing behind Aaron.

Both boys glared at the warbler, "Hi Aaron...curly top." Daniel greeted.

Orion glared at the preppy boy and Aaron put on his bitch face, "What do you want Valentine?"

Daniel looked at Aaron, a hint of nervousness in his eye, "Can we talk?" His eyes shifted to the still glaring Orion, "alone I mean"

Orion tried to jump up, "No way! I'm g—"he groaned in pain when his bullet wounds throbbed in pain.

Aaron sighed and looked at Orion, "Don't worry Oreo, this won't take long. I'll make sure it doesn't."

Aaron and Daniel walked outside toward the parking lot. Daniel turned and opened his mouth, but Aaron held up a hand to stop him, "Before you talk, just realize that your interrupting a date with my boyfriend, who just got out of the hospital, so you might be leaving with about 7 teeth missing from your mouth."

Daniel sighed, "Look, I know I tried to get with you for selfish reasons..."

Aaron rolled his eyes at the warbler. Daniel looked at Aaron with a small smile, "But when I saw you perform that song at your Sectionals, I realized," Daniel handed Aaron the bouquet of white and yellow roses, "that I really do like you, and I want to be the best boyfriend you've ever had."

Aaron, who was kind of stunned, took a step back from Daniel, "Look, I'm...sort of flattered, but I have a boyfriend. And it's kind of too little too late." Aaron told him.

Daniel looked surprised, "Wait, what does Frodo have that I don't!?" Daniel questioned angrily.

Aaron glared at him, "He didn't lie to me about why he was interested in me!"

Daniel rolled his eyes, "No, but he did lead you on because he was scared to come out of the closet."

Aaron narrowed his eyes, "Look, that's none of your business! So I suggest you calm down before I turn you into a fucking pretzel!"

Daniel sighed, "Fine, but I'll win you over, one way or another." Daniel said to him before dropping the flowers, getting in his car, and speeding off.

Aaron sighed and rubbed his temple, "Jeez, that was aggravating." before heading back inside to his boyfriend.

~~New Directions: The Next Generation! ~~

Ethan and Rowan were now walking down the streets of Lima. Izzy had never shown up to pick them up so Craig had offered a ride, though both Rowan and Ethan were disturbed by Craig and his "girlfriend" shoving their tongues down each other's throats most of the ride home.

"I had fun tonight." Ethan spoke up.

Rowan nodded," Yeah so did I." Rowan agreed.

"We should go again sometime—without Craig and his 'girlfriend' of course." Ethan said, putting his hands in his pockets.

"Maybe, I don't know." Rowan replied, looking away from him.

Ethan sighed," So it continues…" he said.

Rowan turned to look at him," What do you mean?"

"Your game. Pretend you care for a guy and break his heart. And then once again pretend you care but just break his hopes and dreams." Ethan told her.

"Oh."

"Well at least you're not denying it." Ethan said.

"You just don't get it." Rowan crossed her arms.

Ethan couldn't take it anymore with Rowan's games. She liked him or she didn't, couldn't she make up her mind? "Get what Rowan? I'm done falling in your little games! Just tell me whether you like me or not! It's not that hard!"

Rowan scoffed," Not when you're popular and have a title to uphold!" she replied.

"So this is what it's about? I'm not popular enough for Miss Rowan Lopez-Pierce: Top Bitch of McKinley. Well then I'm sorry Rowan. I'm sorry I'm just Dorky Dancer Ethan Chang who's only a little popular because he plays baseball but that's nothing compared to other guys! I'm sorry for being stupidly in love with you!" he exclaimed, angry and hurt.

"Ethan—"

"—you know you're nothing but a damn hypocrite!" Ethan exclaimed, pointing at her.

Rowan turned red with anger," A hypocrite? How am I a hypocrite Ethan? Explain that to me!"

Ethan chuckled dryly," You don't like me because I'm a dork but you, Rowan Lopez-Pierce, are a comic book nerd. A total nerd. You wear big square glasses at home, watch re-runs of the Big-Bang Theory, re-enact scenes from Star Wars, and do other embarrassing things just like me. But that's not even my point; you're just some scared closeted nerd who brings down others because she can't find any other way to make herself feel better."

Rowan looked away because she knew deep inside he just described her," Just leave Ethan." She told him.

Ethan sighed," Fine. "Ethan walked past Rowan and left. Rowan sighed, everything Ethan had said was true. But she didn't like admitting it. She didn't feel comfortable being who she really was. A nerd. She didn't want to hear people making fun of her or anything like that. But she didn't want to lose people she cared about trying to cover up who she really was.

Look at me

You may think you see

Who I really am

But you'll never know me

Every day

It's as if I play a part, Rowan sang softly, walking down the streets by herself.

Now I see

If I wear a mask

I can fool the world

But I cannot fool my heart, she sang. She may be able to put this bitch act in front of everyone, but in the end, she was still nerdy Rowan.

Who is that girl I see

Staring straight back at me?

When will my reflection show

Who I am inside? , Rowan sang.

Rowan was now in her room, wearing her big squared glasses and Wonder Woman pajamas. She couldn't get Ethan off her mind. The words he had said were all true and that's what hurt the most, the fact that she was too scared to be herself ended up hurting others. All for popularity.

I am now

In a world where I

Have to hide my heart

And what I believe in, Rowan sang, getting off her bed and walking over to her full-length mirror.

But somehow

I will show the world

What's inside my heart

And be loved for who I am

Rowan looked at herself in the mirror and adjusted her glasses, Who is that girl I see

Staring straight back at me?, she took off her glasses and sighed.

Why is my reflection

Someone I don't know?, Rowan sang, walking away from the mirror.

Must I pretend that I'm

Someone else for all time?

When will my reflection show

Who I am inside?

There's a heart that must be

Free to fly , Rowan sang, thinking about Ethan the whole time. She wanted to be with him, but she had to start thinking less about popularity and more about reality.

That burns with a need to know

The reason why, Rowan belted, burying her face in her hands to hide away hot tears from pouring out.

Why must we all conceal

What we think, how we feel?, Rowan sang, hugging herself.

Must there be a secret me

I'm forced to hide?, that line was all Rowan. She hid herself from the world because she was so embarrassed of herself. But did she have to hide?

I won't pretend that I'm

Someone else for all time

When will my reflection show

Who I am inside?

When will my reflection show

Who I am inside?

Rowan fell back on her bed and sighed, she had to fix things she's burned…and fast.

~~New Directions: The Next Generation! ~~

The next day, Adara was at the library studying for a test when she heard someone take a seat in front of her. She looked up to see Oliver and sighed, standing up and walking towards the book shelves.

Oliver licked his lips nervously and followed her to the book shelves," Adara come on."

Adara took a book off the shelf and flipped through it," Come on what? Since when do I talk to you?" Adara replied rudely.

"Shh!" the librarian looked at the two with a warning look on her face.

"I just want to talk." Oliver said quietly.

Adara closed the book and put it back on the shelf and walked to another shelf," Well we're done talking."

"Can't we at least solve anything?" Oliver asked. He really wanted to fix things between them, he really missed her.

"No." she replied simply, taking another book and looking through it.

The two remained silent for a moment and Adara simply ignored Oliver and continued looking through the book. Oliver couldn't take this anymore. Adara didn't even glance at him anymore and he really wished that things could go back to normal but they can't.

Oliver took the book off Adara's hands and put it back on the shelf. Adara looked at him," I was reading that." She said.

"Yeah, well now you're not. Now, you're going to read my lips," Oliver told her. Adara crossed her arms and tapped her foot angrily," Look Adara, I'm sorry. I'm sorry for everything I did to you. I swear to you if I could go back to change what I did, I would. But I can't. And all I could do is apologize." Oliver said apologetically, waiting for a response from her.

Adara pursed her lips," So you just apologize…and then you expect me to accept it?" Adara questioned.

"I…uh—"Oliver stammered, rubbing the back of his neck.

"—see Oliver, you screwed me over making me think I actually had a chance with you. So it's not so easy just forgetting something like that." Adara interrupted.

Oliver sighed," I know, I know Dara. I wouldn't be surprised if you didn't forgive me but I really mean it when I say that I'm sorry," Oliver bit his lip," I know I blew my chances of ever having you as more than a friend, but can I at least be your friend again?" Oliver did a half-smile," And before you say anything, I just want to show you how sorry I am…" he extended his hand for her to take.

Adara hesitated," I don't know Oliver—"

"—come on. I really want to prove to you how sorry I am." Oliver interjected.

Adara pursed her lips and took his hand, Oliver leading the way. The two entered the choir room and Oliver picked up an acoustic guitar and gestured for her to take a seat while he sat on a stool.

Adara took a seat in one of the many seats in the choir room and looked at Oliver confused to what he would do.

"I just want to show you that even though I screwed up things with you, you still got a friend in me." Oliver said with a small smile before playing the guitar.

You've got a friend in me

You've got a friend in me

When the road looks rough ahead

And you're miles and miles from your nice warm bed

You just remember what your old pal said

Girl you've got a friend in me

Yeah you've got a friend in me, Oliver sang, sending a smile to Adara. Adara sent a small smile back. Oliver really looked like he was sorry.

Oliver effortlessly played the guitar while looking straight at Adara as he sang, You've got a friend in me

You've got a friend in me

You got troubles and I got 'em too

There isn't anything I wouldn't do for you, Oliver thought that he really would do anything for Adara. Even if it means having to be just her friend for the rest of their lives.

We stick together, we can see it through

'Cause you've got a friend in me

You've got a friend in me

Some other folks might be a little bit smarter than I am

Bigger and stronger too

Maybe, Oliver sang as he bobbed his head up and down.

But none of them

Will ever love you the way I do

It's me and you girl, Oliver winked at her and Adara blushed and smiled. She really thought she should forgive him for what he's done. He looked truthfully apologetic.

And as the years go by

Our friendship will never die

You're gonna see it's our destiny

You've got a friend in me

You've got a friend in me

You've got a friend in me, Oliver finished the song and sent Adara a nervous smile.

Adara clapped," That was good." She complimented.

Oliver chuckled," You think so?" he questioned.

Adara nodded and stood up, walking up to him," Yes it was…and I forgive you."

Oliver cracked a smile," Really?" he asked in a happy tone.

Adara nodded," I-I just want to be strictly friends though…can you do that for me?" Adara asked tentatively.

Oliver frowned slightly but nodded," Yeah, I can do that."

Adara smiled softly," I think this deserves a hug," Adara replied, opening her arms for a hug. Oliver chuckled and hugged Adara," I'm really glad we're friends again Oliver."

Oliver frowned slightly but nodded," Yeah…friends." He thought to himself sadly.

~~New Directions: The Next Generation! ~~

Rowan clutched her books to her chest as she walked over to Ethan who was by his locker," Ethan."

Ethan turned his head to look at her and then turned his attention back to his locker," What do you want?" he said without a hint of emotion.

"Can we talk?" Rowan asked, hoping he would say yes. Though Ethan had a reason to be angry at her.

Ethan shut his locker," Why? So I can fall back in 'the Rowan game'?"

Rowan shook her head," No, I just want to fix things." She said truthfully.

"There's nothing to fix. Just go." Ethan replied rudely.

"Ethan please—"

"—no! I've given you so many chances Rowan and you've let each of them go!" Ethan interrupted.

Rowan looked down," I-I know that Ethan. But please, please just hear me out." Rowan begged.

Ethan thought for a moment, should he give her a chance or should he just walk out while he has the chance?

"Fine."

The two walked inside the choir room and sat down on the chairs, facing each other," Look Ethan, I've been doing a lot of thinking myself too and I realized something." Rowan told him.

Ethan licked his lips nervously," What did you realize?" Ethan asked.

"That I can't handle it anymore," Rowan paused," I want to be with you Ethan. I-I know it's taken me a long, long time to realize it but I do really like you. And Ethan Chang, I want to be your girlfriend." Rowan smiled.

Ethan looked at her with a shocked face," You—you do?" he asked, surprised.

Rowan nodded," I know I've made my mistakes before but I don't want to anymore. I don't want to hide my feelings for you anymore…and I don't want to hide myself," Rowan bit her lip," If you don't want to give me a chance I'd understand why—"

Ethan interrupted Rowan with a kiss. The two broke of the kiss and Rowan laughed," I take it you say yes?"

Ethan kissed her," Yes." Kiss." Yes." Kiss." A million times yes." Rowan grinned and kissed Ethan.

Aaron and Orion walked in the choir room and Aaron nudged Orion, "My eyes better not be fucking with me! About damn time!" Aaron exclaimed as he walked in the room, holding hands with Orion.

The new couple quickly broke of the kiss and blushed red," Shut the hell up Aaron!" Rowan replied.

Aaron rolled his eyes and turned towards Ethan," I'd hold this girl by a leash…" Aaron smirked.

Rowan's eyes widened and lunged for Aaron and chased him around the choir room," You fucking bastard if anyone should be held on a leash it's you!" she yelled angrily.

Aaron laughed," You're just proving my point by chasing me!" Aaron said, dodging a chair thrown by Rowan. The two continued running around the choir room.

Orion took a seat next to Ethan," You have no idea what you've gotten yourself into…" Orion trailed off.

Ethan only grinned," It's worth it." He replied, crossing his arms. Orion chuckled, oh young love…

~~New Directions: The Next Generation! ~~

Jasmine was at Lima's local library. Henry had to do something for a commercial for a hair product and she tagged along. But she didn't want to be at the commercial. And while seeing Henry in hair product would be possibly the most hilarious thing ever, she rather much read a book.

She continued to read her book, flipping through the pages. She was reading, "Les Misérables" by Victor Hugo. She knew of the musical, but the closest she's gone to seeing it is the movie. But in her opinion, she preferred the book over the musical. She's read it dozens of times and Henry called her crazy on how she was able to read 1,400 pages. But she loves the book so she just rolls her eyes when he makes fun of her.

Suddenly someone gently put her book down, only to see a really cute guy in front of her with a flirty smile on his face.

"Hey there," He greeted flirtatiously," I'm Jonathan."

Jasmine never really talked to boys (excluding Vocal Adrenaline guys and Henry) so she always had trouble when it came to boys…and flirting…and love in general.

"Hi." She greeted quietly.

Jonathan grinned, he happened to have spotted the girl. And well, it's been a while since he's gotten himself a date. And the girl was really pretty so why not? His charm always worked on girls, and this wouldn't be the exception.

"You're probably wondering why I'm talking to you right?" Jonathan asked. Jasmine nodded slowly, hoping the guy would leave," Well, I always take notice whenever I see a pretty girl. And well, I just found one." Jonathan winked.

"Oh." she replied stupidly, her cheeks turning pink.

"So I saw you were reading Les Misérables, that's quite a book. I don't know many girls that read books like that. Or let alone know the musical." Jonathan said, trying to start a conversation.

Jasmine glanced at the book and nodded," It's one of my favorites. "

"It looks like it, you were really into it." Jonathan smiled. The girl looked familiar…oh he remembered now! She was performing in Vocal Adrenaline's sectionals! Now he knew how to win over this girl. Through music of course.

Jasmine nodded," I've read it dozens of times."

Jonathan nodded," You seem familiar…are you in Vocal Adrenaline?" he asked, even though he knew she was.

Jasmine raised an eyebrow quizzically and nodded hesitantly," Yes…why?"

"I'm in the New Directions. Anyway, so since you're in Vocal Adrenaline…you could sing right?" Jonathan asked, grinning.

"Well, I guess so—"Jasmine replied.

"—sing a song with me then." Jonathan interjected.

"Now?"

"Why not? There's a piano here so come on!" Jonathan extended his hand for her to take.

"I-I don't know…I barely know you. How do I know you're not some serial killer?" Jasmine questioned.

Jonathan chuckled," Would a serial killer ask you to sing a song with you?"

Jasmine smiled softly," Touché."

"So sing a song with me?" he asked again.

Jasmine took his hand," Fine."

The two walked over to the piano bench and took a seat. Jonathan took some sheet music and placed it by the piano," Do you know this song?" Jonathan asked.

Jasmine looked at the sheet music and nodded. She didn't just know it, she lived it. Jonathan started playing the piano and people immediately started looking at them, curious of the performance.

I am not a child now

I can take care of myself, Jonathan started singing, looking at Jasmine who looked down shyly.

I mustn't let them down now

Mustn't let them see me cry

I'm fine

I'm fine, Jonathan sang. Jasmine was surprised; he was a really good singer. He will probably think she sucks compared to him.

I'm too tired to listen

I'm too old to believe

All these childish stories

There is no such thing as faith

And trust

And pixie dust, Jonathan sang effortlessly. He smiled at Jasmine who smiled softly back.

I try

But it's so hard to believe, Jonathan sang, some people were looking at him with amused faces. They seemed to like Jonathan's voice.

I try

But I can't see what you see

I try

I try

I try, Jonathan nodded for her to sing next. And Jasmine nervously nodded.

My whole world is changing

I don't know where to turn

I can't leave you waiting,

But I can't stay and watch the city burn, Jasmine sang softly at first, slowly gaining confidence.

Watch it burn

'Cause I try

But it's so hard to believe, Jasmine sang, louder and more confident this time. She showed off her vocals which surprised Jonathan. She was really good. REALLY good.

I try

But I can't see where you see

I try

I try, Jasmine sang, the audience loved Jasmine's voice as well—and the whole performance in general!

I try and try

To understand

The distance in between, Jonathan and Jasmine sang together. They were a good combination together.

The love I feel, Jonathan sang, looking at Jasmine.

The things I fear, Jasmine sang next. That line was so her at the moment. She had many things to be fearful for.

The two looked at each other and sang the next line, And every single dream

I can finally see it

Now I have to believe

All those precious stories, Jasmine sang,

All the world is made of faith

And trust

And pixie dust, Jonathan sang.

So I'll try

'Cause I finally believe, the two harmonized together.

I'll try

'Cause I see where you see, the two were getting really into the song. Even if Jonathan was using this to just win her over.

I'll try

I'll try

I'll try

I'll try

To fly, the two finished the song, looking at each other. Everyone clapped for the amazing performance from the two.

"What's your name?" Jonathan asked, not taking his eyes off her.

Jasmine smirked, growing confident. She stood up from the piano bench and looked at Jonathan, "Figure it out." and with that, Jasmine left.

Jonathan watched her leave and smiled. He didn't charm her over, but something about her made him want to know more about this girl. But first, he had to find out her name.

~~New Directions: The Next Generation! ~~

Adrian was in her room, she had been avoiding everything and everyone. She hasn't even talked to Malina since their fight.

She looked at her laptop, she was attempting to write something for the school newspaper but she hasn't been going to the meetings in weeks. She couldn't concentrate on anything anymore. She pushed the laptop away from herself and sighed.

Adrian was gone. She knew it. She would never be the same again. Eddy and Damon took her straight to hell with them.

She wished things could go back to normal again, she'd just wake up and none of this ever happened. She was just happy. But she felt she would never get that again. Happiness.

Adrian leaned her head against her soft pillow and closed her eyes. She hadn't slept peacefully in a while. But the moment she closed her eyes, she saw Damon shooting himself in front of her and the blood splattering on her. She quickly jumped and opened her eyes, panting heavily.

She looked down on herself and saw blood, all over her. On her hands, on the sheets, on her arms…

Adrian tentatively touched her face and saw felt the blood on her. She started breathing heavily, freaking out. She got off her bed and went to the bathroom and looked at herself in the mirror and saw the blood all over her. Damon's blood.

She grabbed a towel and tried wiping it off but nothing. It wouldn't come off. It was like a permanent tattoo on her. Adrian put warm water on the towel and tried wiping the blood off again. Nothing.

She started shaking and tears came into her eyes," Get off me." She muttered through clenched teeth. She began to furiously scrub her arms harshly. Nothing.

"Get off me! Get off me!" she exclaimed, scrubbing everything she could around her body shakily. Why wouldn't it come off her?

"Just leave me alone!" Adrian yelled, furiously trying to scrub off the blood on her.

"We'll never leave you alone…" she heard a voice whisper in her ear.

Brittany heard someone yelling and walked upstairs to the bathroom. What was all the ruckus?

Adrian sobbed as she tried to wipe off the blood once more," Just get of me!" she fell to her knees and sobbed.

Brittany opened the bathroom door and saw her daughter crying on the bathroom floor.

Brittany ran over to her daughter and kneeled next to her," Honey whats wrong?" she asked, concerned.

Adrian turned to look at her mom," The—the blood! It's all over me! An-and it's not coming off!" Adrian exclaimed, scratching herself in an attempt to take the blood out.

Brittany looked at her daughter confused and concerned at the same time," Blood? What blood Adrian? There's nothing on you." Brittany told her, trying to stop her daughter from scratching herself anymore. There was nothing on Adrian. Nothing at all.

Adrian shook her head," There is! There is! Don't you see it's all over me?!" Adrian shouted, trying to scrub off the blood.

Brittany hugged her daughter and wiped the tears off her eyes," Baby, there's nothing on you I promise you that."

Adrian cried on her mom's chest," It just never ends…" she sobbed.

Brittany rubbed Adrian's back as she comforted her, trying to hold back tears herself," What never ends?"

"The shooting, it's always on my mind. And I can't forget it because I have the scar on my cheek to remind me, my brain that stores the memory, and the blood tattooed on me. "Adrian told her.

Brittany wasn't the smartest of the bunch but she knew one thing for sure, her daughter wasn't well. This wasn't normal," Come on Adrian, lets go." Brittany told her, standing up with her daughter.

"Wh-where?" Adrian asked, wiping tears from her eyes.

"To get you help."

~~New Directions: The Next Generation! ~~

Malina walked to the kitchen to get a glass of water. She had been very stressed lately. She hasn't been going to Vocal Adrenaline rehearsals (although most of Vocal Adrenaline probably didn't want to see her anyway), Adrian wouldn't talk to her, everyone knows that she plays for the same team now, and everyone knows she's dating Adrian.

She sighed as she turned on the kitchen lights and jumped as she saw her dad sitting at the kitchen table drinking a cup of tea.

"Malina." He greeted.

"Hey dad." She greeted back, sitting down in front of him, completely forgetting about the water.

Jesse looked at her," What are you doing up late?"

Malina shrugged her shoulders," I have a lot going on."

"I know."

Malina sighed," I assume so."

The two remained quiet.

"You could've told us you know," Jesse looked at her again," If you like girls…it doesn't matter to us. Love whoever you want."

Malina smiled softly," Thanks dad."

"Speaking of loving whoever you want…Adrian Lopez-Pierce…she's in New Directions right?" Jesse asked.

Malina knew this was going to come up sooner or later," Yeah…are you mad? I mean she's competition but we don't look at that dad. We don't even bring up our show choirs." Malina explained.

Jesse nodded," Well she's a catch I guess. And well—I guess I'll approve of it. I'm just mad you never told me. I thought we were honest with each other."

Malina looked down disappointed," I know…I'm sorry. I was just scared I guess…"

"It's okay. Wow, the old Vocal Adrenaline Jesse would've killed you…but the dad Jesse isn't mad. He's okay with his daughter dating whoever she wants…just as long as they don't have tattoos, piercings, and weird haircuts on them." Jesse said.

Malina giggled," Thanks dad. I'm glad you're okay with it," Malina sighed," If only Vocal Adrenaline wasn't so pissed at me…"

Jesse smiled sympathetically," They'll eventually come to their senses. Just give them time. I know Beth is super pissed at you though. But Beth will get over it and she'll be your chauffer and friend again."

"Hopefully, I miss Beth. But she's mad that I'm dating the competition and that I didn't tell her so I'll just give her time." Malina replied.

"She will. She's just stubborn and hard-headed. But you miss need to get some sleep." Jesse said.

"Well what about you? Why are you awake?" Malina asked.

"They're going to show a 3 hour biography of Patti LuPone at 4 in the morning and I can't miss it! "Jesse replied.

Malina nodded and suddenly looked at the clock and smirked," Dad, its 3:58."

And Jesse ran out the kitchen faster than you can say, Patti LuPone.

~~New Directions: The Next Generation! ~~

"Guys I don't think I can do this…" Aidan told Ethan and Oliver as they walked inside the skating rink.

Oliver put his hands on Aidan's shoulders," You'll be fine Aidan! Just relax, act like you always act: a total dork and nerd. If Dani has put up with you this long, she's a keeper." Oliver said.

"Yeah. Besides, you can't back out now she's here and you have to do it!" Ethan exclaimed.

Aidan sighed," But I can't even roller skate!"

"Figure it out kiddo." Oliver told him.

Aidan fidgeted with his hands nervously. How was he supposed to do this? Dani was perfect in every single way and Aidan…well…he was Aidan.

Ethan and Oliver continued with their pep talks with Aidan until the two caught sight of Dani. Oliver smiled," Well buddy, your princess has arrived…now all you got to do is have her fall for you."

"It's not that easy!" Aidan exclaimed.

Ethan and Oliver rolled their eyes," Yes it is, just talk to her and have fun…but then…kiss her." Ethan told him.

Aidan's eyes widened," Kiss her?! What if she ends up slapping me or something?"

"She won't…just do it. It's now or never Aidan." Oliver said.

Ethan and Oliver looked at each other and smiled,

Percussion, Oliver said, the percussion suddenly being heard.

Strings, Ethan said, imitating to play the harp. And the strings suddenly being heard.

Winds, Oliver said.

Aidan looked at them confused as the two grinned, Words, Ethan and Oliver said.

Oliver walked towards Aidan and put his shoulder around him, There you see her

Sitting there across the way, Oliver sang, pointing to Dani who was putting on roller skates. She looked as striking as ever.

She don't got a lot to say

But there's something about her, Oliver sang, nodding.

And you don't know why

But you're dying to try

You wanna kiss the girl, Oliver sang with a smirk, leading Aidan to rent a pair of skates.

"I-I don't think kissing her is a good idea Ollie…" Aidan trailed off, grabbing a pair of skates from the guy working there.

"Trust me dude, she'll see how much you like her and BAM! Sparks…" Oliver assured, taking a pair of skates himself.

"But I'm not sure…" Aidan said uneasily, sitting down to put on skates.

"Dude, you want her." Ethan said, rolling over to them in roller skates.

"But what if—"

"—don't what if…just do." Oliver interjected, tying his roller skates.

"But—"

"—No."

"I—"

"—no." Oliver and Ethan said at the same time.

Ethan sat down next to Aidan, Yes, you want her

Look at her, you know you do, Ethan turned Aidan's head towards Dani who was sitting casually. Aidan blushed, he did want her.

It's possible she wants you, too

There is one way to ask her, Ethan sang, with a small smirk.

It don't take a word

Not a single word

Go on and kiss the girl, Ethan sang, making a kiss sound causing Aidan to roll his eyes.

Oliver chuckled, "Come on man, go ask her to roller skate with you and just be cool and then…"

Oliver and Ethan looked at each other and made a kissing sound. Aidan rolled his eyes.

"Go." Ethan insisted.

"But—"

"—GO!" Ethan and Oliver exclaimed, pushing Aidan towards Dani.

The freshman sent a glare towards his two friends who gave him a thumbs up. And grinned.

"Hopefully he doesn't screw this up." Oliver said through his smile.

"Pray to god Oliver, pray to god." Ethan replied, with a smile.

Aidan walked over to Dani," Hey Dani." He greeted nervously.

Dani looked up and smiled," Hey Aidan!" she greeted happily.

"Want to skate?" he asked, extending his hand out to her.

Dani grinned and nodded," Of course!" she took his hand and the two skated over to the roller rink. Well mostly Dani, Aidan clumsily skated over.

Oliver and Ethan skated behind them with grins, Sing with me now

Sha-la-la-la-la-la

My, oh, my

Look at the boy too shy

He ain't gonna kiss the girl, the two boys sang, with disapproved looks.

Sha-la-la-la-la-la

Ain't that sad

Ain't it shame, too bad

You gonna miss the girl, Ethan and Oliver sang, looking at Aidan with glances that said," Kiss her damn it!" Aidan tried not to punch them in the face since they were only trying to help.

Ethan and Oliver skated in front of Aidan and Dani and turned to Aidan, Now's your moment

Floating in a blue lagoon, Ethan sang.

Boy, you better do it soon

No time will be better, Oliver sang, pointing at his watch and snapping his fingers.

She don't say a word

And she won't say a word

Until you kiss the girl, the two boys sang.

Other skaters began doing tricks with their skates and harmonizing along with the song while Dani and Aidan simply skated.

The two stopped holding hands and Dani started skating freely. She looked to be having fun with a huge smile on her face.

Sha-la-la-la-la-la

Don't be scared

You got the mood prepared

Go on and kiss the girl, Oliver and Ethan sang. Aidan looked at Dani, he bit his lip nervously as he tried to make a choice.

Sha-la-la-la-la-la

Don't stop now

Don't try to hide it how

You wanna kiss the girl, Oliver sang.

Sha-la-la-la-la-la

Float along

Listen to the song

The song say kiss the girl, Ethan sang.

Sha-la-la-la-la-la

Music play

Do what the music say

You wanna kiss the girl, The two boys sang.

Aidan skated closer to Dani and bit his lip nervously.

You've got to kiss the girl

Why don't you kiss the girl, the two boys sang while Aidan skated closer to Dani.

You gotta kiss the girl, Ethan and Oliver grinned excitingly as they watched from a distance.

Go on and kiss the girl, Aidan suddenly planted his lips on Dani's and kissed her. And it felt really good.

Aidan pulled away and Dani looked at him," I've wanted to do that for a long time now." Aidan confessed.

Dani didn't say anything and looked at him with scared and shocked eyes. She suddenly skated away and left Aidan on his own, leaving he skating rink. Aidan's blue eyes turned sad and looked down disappointed. She didn't feel the same way he guessed…

Oliver and Ethan watched what had happened," Well that didn't turn out like we thought it would." Oliver said.

~~New Directions: The Next Generation! ~~

Malina walked by Lima Park, Adrian had called her to meet her up here. And Malina knew that by the sound of Adrian's voice, it wasn't good.

She caught sight of her girlfriend; sitting in a park bench and watching little kids play in the snow. Malina walked up to her and sat down next to her.

"Hey." Malina greeted not so happily.

Adrian turned and nodded," Hey."

"So why'd you call me up here?" Malina asked.

Adrian sighed and looked down," Yesterday, my moms' took me to see a doctor—a psychiatrist." Adrian told her.

Malina looked at her shockingly," What? Why?" Malina questioned.

Adrian bit her lip," Because I haven't been myself lately. And I had a hallucination last night that there was blood all over me again. My moms' thought it was best I get help…and then they diagnosed me with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder." Adrian explained.

Malina nodded, trying to take in all Adrian had told her. This was serious. She knew about soldiers coming home with it but she never expected her Adrian to ever get that. But the shooting was very serious and it affected Adrian more than she had thought.

"Oh. I'm so sorry Adrian," she held Adrian's hand," just know that I'll be here to support you every step of the way…always." Malina told her, squeezing her hand.

Adrian smiled softly," Thank you," she whispered," At least I'm getting help. I have to go to this support group, and see a psychiatrist more often. Plus take this medicine to reduce my anxiety. But I'll get better. For you and me," Adrian looked at her," I love you and I don't want to lose you."

Malina smiled," You'll never lose me." And Malina kissed her girlfriend softly. It felt like forever since she had done that. But it felt good to finally have her Adrian back—at least a little.

"We're going to be okay," Adrian whispered in assurance.

Malina nodded and hugged her," Yeah…we are."

Adrian kissed her softly," I love you."

Malina smiled," I love you too."

~~New Directions: The Next Generation! ~~

Aidan, Oliver, and Ethan walked down the hallways together and Aidan was sad over what had happened at the skating rink.

"Dude, we're so sorry for messing up your chance with Dani! We seriously didn't think she'd do that!" Oliver apologized for the thousandth time.

Aidan shook his head," Don't worry about it. It's okay." Aidan told him.

"But we feel bad Aidan! We were just trying to help." Ethan said.

"It's okay." Aidan replied softly.

The three boys continued walking down the hallways and Aidan suddenly felt his phone vibrate. He took out his phone from his pocket and saw it was a text message…from Dani.

Aidan checked the message and read what it said:

Meet me at the Lima Bean. Now.

-Dani

Ethan and Oliver noticed Aidan reading something," What is it Aidan?" Oliver asked.

"It's a text…from Dani. She wants me to meet her at the Lima Bean right now." Aidan told him, feeling a hint of excitement but tried not to get his hopes up too much.

Ethan and Oliver grinned," Then what are you waiting for?! Go Aidan! Go to her man!" Ethan exclaimed.

Aidan laughed," I am!" Aidan dashed out of the school and to the Lima Bean. He was a little too excited for this. But he hoped it was good and not bad because he did not want to lose Dani.

He finally made it to the Lima Bean and walked inside, quickly spotting Dani who was staring at her cup of coffee.

Aidan walked over to Dani and sat down in front of her," Hey Dani." He greeted softly.

Dani jumped and looked up at him and nodded," Hey."

The two remained silent. It was a very awkward silence that you could cut the tension with a butter knife.

Aidan sighed," I'm so sorry Dani," Aidan apologized," That was wrong of me and I shouldn't have done that and—"

"—no, don't." Dani interrupted, shaking her head.

"But it was wrong of me, I shouldn't have done that—"

"—but you did," Dani interrupted again," But that's not why I called you here."

Aidan nodded," Why did you call me here then?" Aidan asked.

Dani pursed her lips and sighed," I hate to say this Aidan but…I can't be with you." Dani told him, frowning.

His eyes turned sad and nodded," Oh. I understand."

"It's not that I don't like you Aidan…I do." Dani confessed. Dani did like him but her past still haunted her and she couldn't let it go.

Aidan looked at her, feeling happiness spur inside him," Really?" he asked, a little too happily.

Dani nodded," I do. But I can't be with you." Dani told him.

Aidan frowned," Oh…if you don't mind me asking…why?" Aidan questioned.

Dani gulped and bit her lip," You don't want to go with a girl like me Aidan…I'm too messed up. I have a dark past that you'll be disgusted of."

Aidan nodded," I'd never be disgusted of you Dani…ever."

The two remained silent and so many thoughts ran through Dani's head. Should she tell him? Would he understand? Or would he run away? Only her parents, Angel, and Malina knew of what had happened to her. And she didn't know whether she should tell Aidan. But she finally made her decision.

Dani looked at Aidan," If I told you something…promise me you won't tell a soul about this. And you won't judge me; you'll just listen because only a few people I trust know about this Aidan." Dani spoke up.

Aidan nodded and licked his lips," I promise you I won't tell anyone and I won't judge you. I'm all ears." Aidan told her. Though inside he was slightly fearful of what she would say.

Dani nodded slowly," Okay," She let out a shaky breath. She hated remembering her past but Aidan needed to know why she was so guarded, "Um when I was in the 8th grade…I met a guy. Travis Rogers. He was a sophomore so I should've known. But I was naïve and oblivious so I fell for him and so then we started dating," Dani paused and bit her lip," And it was perfect actually… for a while at least," Dani began fidgeting with her hands as she continued," We had a fight one day and then he slapped me," Dani looked at Aidan to see his reaction which was a mix of angry and shocked," He apologized right away and swore to me he'd never do it again…but he lied and he hurt me again…and again, and again, and so many times after that," Dani felt hot tears on her eyes but held them back," I-I grew so dependent on him—like I needed him. It was like I couldn't function without him. I was so stupid," Dani sighed," I hid that he hurt me. Because I loved him so much and I felt that if I let him go…I wouldn't be the same anymore. But then he did something that I couldn't forgive…it was my boiling point." Dani stopped and let out a shaky breath as she wiped some tears from her eyes.

Aidan looked at her," You don't have to continue—"

"—no. Its fine...um—he started pressuring me into having sex with him. But I knew I wasn't ready so I kept telling me no—earning myself a beating," Dani paused," I kept telling him no while he kept persisting we do. So one night, I went over to his place and once again pressured me into doing it with him," Dani gulped," He got mad and started forcing himself on me and he…he—um r-raped me…" Dani looked down in embarrassment and hid the tears from Aidan.

Aidan looked at her in shock, his Dani was raped? He couldn't imagine how horrible that might have been for her.

"Dani I'm so—"

"—don't," Dani looked back up at him wiped the tears from her eyes," After that…encounter I told Angel and he was really mad but he took me to press charges and there was a lot of stuff that went on after that. I never saw Travis again after that. But after the whole thing, I turned into a new person and I became—well the girl you know. That's why I'm so feminist…I don't ever want to be who I was. This dependent girl who needed a man in her life to complete her. So that's why I can't date you."

Aidan nodded," I'd never do that to you though."

"I know. I'm sorry." Dani apologized.

"It's okay. You're really strong Dani, more than you know." Aidan told her.

Dani softly smiled," Thank you. I still hope we can be friends though Aidan."

Aidan nodded, feeling sort of disappointed," Of course…friends." It looks like he was always stuck in the friend-zone. Always.

~~New Directions: The Next Generation! ~~

The New Directions were in the choir room and Mr. Schue walked in with smiles," Hey guys! So Disney week has been amazing! So let's end it with a good—"Mr. Schue stopped himself when he saw Adrian walk in nervously.

"Well look who decided to finally come." Rowan commented.

"Actually, I won't be here long. I just wanted to say something to all of you." Adrian told them.

"What is it Adrian?" Mr. Schue asked.

Adrian sighed and crossed her arms," This week hasn't exactly been my week. And I want to sort myself out…which is why I'm quitting glee as of now." Adrian told them."

"WHAT?!" everyone started talking over each other, shocked over the news.

"But you can't leave Adrian! We need your awesome voice! And you amazing dancing skills!" Cheryl exclaimed.

"I'm sorry; I just can't do this right now." Adrian left the choir room and everyone just stood there in shock.

"This is a disaster! She can't quit! We need her! The New Directions won't be the same without her!" Adara exclaimed.

Everyone started yelling over each other over the devastating news," Guys! Guys! Let's all calm down, it's sad we lost one of our own. But we have to support her decision and move on," Mr. Schue said," Now…as I was saying, let's finish Disney week with a group performance. Even if we're not complete anymore we will still continue. The show must go on…"

~~New Directions: The Next Generation! ~~

The new directions were gathered in the auditorium. The girls were wearing strapless African quilt dresses, a orange fedora, wedges, feather earrings and other jewelry, with light make up and their nails painted orange. The guys were wearing regular dark blue jeans, rustic brown boots, a burgundy lion print shirt with a denim button up on top, along with a blue fedora. They all stood in rows when the song started:

Nants ingonyama bagithi baba, Aaron belted.

Sithi uhhmm ingonyama, the New Directions sang.

Nants ingonyama bagithi baba, Adara belted.

Sithi uhhmm ingonyama, Ingonyama ,the New Directions sang.

Siyo Nqoba, Christian belted.

Ingonyama Ingonyama nengw' enamabaal... the New Directions sang.

From the day we arrive on the planet

And, blinking, step into the sun, Grayson stepped forward as he sang.

There's more to see than can ever be seen

More to do than can ever be done, Dorothy sang standing next to him.

There's far too much to take in here, Rowan sang.

More to find than can ever be found, Ethan sang.

But the sun rolling high, Adeline and Mason sang together.

Through the sapphire sky, Aaron and Orion sang together.

Keeps great and small on the endless round... Delilah sang softly.

It's the Circle of Life

And it moves us all

Through despair and hope

Through faith and love

Till we find our place

On the path unwinding

In the Circle, the New Directions sang while moving around in a circle.

The Circle of Life... They harmonized together.

It's The Circle of Life, Connor sang.

And it moves us all, Izzy sang.

Through despair and hope, Cheryl sang.

Through faith and love, Oliver sang.

Till we find our place, Scotty sang.

On the path unwinding, Aidan sang.

In the Circle, Keegan sang.

The Circle of Life... The New Directions harmonized while the lights dimmed like the setting sun...

Aaand done! So, so, SO sorry for the long ass wait. I'm so sorry! School was a bitch. But, I'm not giving up on this story! I love it too much to do such a horrible thing! And just to let you guys know, the "Circle of Life" performance was written by a special friend of mine…among other scenes. They're like my second in command. Anyway, so I hope you all liked it! And I'll update as soon as possible! I'm also going to start doing another story full of little scenes of before the story started. Like the next generation as little kids, toddlers, the old new directions being parents, etc. So check that out soon! Oh and the outfit for the "Circle of Life" performance is on my polyvore and on tumblr!

Songs:

-A Whole New World- Aladdin

-I Won't Say I'm In Love- Hercules

-Out There- Hunchback of Notre Dame

-If I Never Knew You-Pocahontas

-Stop and Stare- One Republic

-Hakuna Matata- The Lion King

-A Spoonful of Sugar- Mary Poppins

-Can You Feel the Love Tonight?-The Lion King

-The Last Time- Taylor Swift ft. Gary Lightbody

-Reflection- Christina Aguilera ( from the Mulan Soundtrack)

-You've Got A Friend in Me- Toy Story

-I'll Try- Jonatha Brook (from Peter Pan 2: Return to Neverland)

-Kiss the Girl- The Little Mermaid

-Circle of Life- The Lion King