Sometimes People can Surprise You. [Part 3]
Title: Sometimes People can Surprise You.
Author: Ayaka620
Rating: PG-13 [for now]
Length: +10000 words thus far
Spoilers: Up to Grilled Cheesus I suppose but only certain parts.
Summary:A/U: Rachel Berry is the new girl at McKinley High. Everyone is aware of who the Trio is except for Rachel and frankly she doesn't care.
Part 3: A New Cheerio?
The next few days were somewhat of a blur. Apparently it became big news that the Trio had joined Glee. The following day after word was let out it was evident that the jocks and Cheerios were unsure of how to treat the other glee members.
Many seemed scared to attempt anything in case they might face the wrath of the Trio. It still lingered on many people’s minds what had happened to a jock that had made the mistake of playing a prank on Glee club members when the Trio had been dating Ashley. No one knows the exact details of what happened and what the Trio did to the jock but it seems that it was so bad that he transferred out of McKinley the following week. So needless to say the popular crowd was hesitant to do anything. Everyone knew that it was better to be on the Trio’s good side then to cross the line and face the consequences.
As for the Glee members, they were still getting used to the fact that the Trio had joined Glee club. It was odd having them around but no one had any complaints. In fact, it was nice for some of the members to have a little break from the slushie hazing and dumpster drops so it had its perks. Even Kurt Hummel kept his mouth shut and he was notorious for having a big mouth. He loved to complain about everything that wasn’t up to par and always complained about the unfair treatment in the school. But surprisingly, no complaints were heard from him rather there was an exclamation that he was so happy that he could wear his new Marc Jacobs without the worry of getting slushie or dumpster stains on it. The story was similar for the other Glee members who although would not outright admit it knew that the Trio joining the Glee Club was a blessing in disguise.
As the week went on Rachel soon found that she getting comfortable with McKinley High and her friendship with Tina was steadily making progress as they consistently had breaks and lunches together. She even had daily confrontations with the Trio, which normally led to Santana flirting with her non-stop. These little things made Rachel extremely happy. She vowed before moving to Lima, that she would make a change for the better. Back in her hometown, San Francisco, Rachel was somewhat of a loner. She had “friends” but they were more like acquaintances. She rarely went out but only focused on herself and her goal to become a Broadway star. Rachel was obsessed with achieving her goals and many people her age found that behavior odd. So, needless to say people stayed away from Rachel because they didn’t understand her, or her passion.
But regardless of her past Rachel found that she was content with her life in Lima and before she knew it two weeks had passed.
On Thursday afternoons after Glee club Rachel made it a point to take advantage of the dance studio. It was always relaxing to practice on Thursday afternoons because it was the one day that no clubs or classes used the dance studio. But today was different. As Rachel walked into the dance studio expecting it to be empty she found herself staring at a blonde stretching along the bar in front of the mirror.
“Brittany?” Rachel questioned as she stopped in her tracks at the sight of the girl.
Hearing her name Brittany quickly looked up into the mirror’s reflection and met Rachel’s eyes.
“Hello,” Brittany said cheerfully through the mirror’s reflection.
“Hi,” Rachel replied as she continued to watch the blonde stretch. Brittany smiled at the brunette’s greeting and continued stretching, breaking her stare with the girl.
Looking away Rachel carefully crossed the room and settled her duffel bag down and made her way towards the bar. Just as Rachel began to stretch her eyes unconsciously made their way over to Brittany who was bent down with her leg on the bar and her head and arms extended over her knee.
‘She looks so graceful,’ Rachel thought and smiled. It dawned upon Rachel as she observed the blonde that she has never had a proper conversation with the girl. Whenever she spoke with the Trio it was always Quinn and Santana doing the talking. Brittany only made small side comments and gestures but never a real conversation. Lost in her thoughts she failed to notice the blonde had stopped stretching and was now staring at her.
“Are you OK Rachel?” Brittany asked breaking the brunette’s concentration as she tilted her head in a curious manner. “You keep staring at me.”
“Umm..” Rachel mumbled as her cheeks reddened in embarrassment from being caught staring. “Sorry.”
“It’s OK Rachel,” Brittany said and giggled. “I stare at you all the time.”
“Oh.” Rachel replied startled by the girl’s confession and felt herself flush once more.
Brittany giggled again and smiled in amusement at the girl’s embarrassment.
Fortunately, for Brittany, Rachel had never noticed her observing the brunette in the last few weeks but Brittany preferred it that way. Everyone at McKinley thought that Brittany was this dumb, clueless blonde but in reality it was the opposite. She purposely portrayed those characteristics so that others wouldn’t give her a second thought. She liked to be in the background and not be noticed. It made it easier to observe others without being questioned because everyone just thought that she was staring off in space or something to that degree. But only Quinn and Santana knew the real Brittany.
“You get embarrassed easily don’t you?” Brittany quipped with a grin on her face.
“Well,” Rachel began as she slightly leaned her arms against the bars. “I like think that I have good composure but I’m still getting used to the fact that girls like to hit on me here. You’d think I’d get hit on in San Francisco but no, and of all places its Lima, Ohio,” Rachel finished as she gave a small unsure smile.
Brittany stared at the brunette a frown written on her face. “Well, San Francisco missed out because they didn’t realize how incredibly hot you are,” Brittany stated as she confidently took a step towards Rachel invading her personal space. A seductive look was on Brittany’s face as she raised her hand and traced her index finger along Rachel’s cheek and jaw. Rachel felt nervousness arise at the close proximity and took a deep breath as Brittany leaned into her ear and breathed out. “And it’s not just any “girls” that like to hit on you, it’s me, Q and B,” Brittany finished as her eyes connected with Rachel’s and leaned forward. Brittany smiled as she slowly glazed her lips against Rachel’s cheek and whispered into her ear once more. “Enjoy practicing Rachel, I’ll see you later.”
And with that Brittany stood up and walked out of the room leaving the tiny brunette against the wall absolutely stunned.
After Brittany’s departure the brunette found it extremely difficult to concentrate. She still felt the blonde’s lips lingering on her cheek and the hot breath of the blonde’s in her ear. It surprisingly turned Rachel on which was new to her most especially since it was girl that had done it. But it’s not that she had a problem with the fact that she was aroused by a girl, she had 2 gay dads and had lived in San Francisco after all, but it was the fact that it was new experience and no guy had ever done that to her with just a whisper and kiss on the cheek. Frustrated and slightly confused Rachel decided to call it a day and headed home.
The following morning Rachel got up early to work out and get her daily endorphins only to remember that her elliptical was currently malfunctioning. Frowning at the situation Rachel contemplated on what her options were. It was either Rachel skipped her daily dosage of endorphins or go for a run so Rachel decided on the latter determining that she would be in a foul mood if she didn’t get her high.
Rachel started off in slow jog trying to remember her surroundings as it was her first time running around the area and she had yet to memorize the neighborhood. Picking up her pace Rachel got into stride and found herself getting lost in thought as she ended up in a park that was unfamiliar.
“Crap,” Rachel mumbled to herself as she glanced around the unfamiliar territory and felt panic arise.
“You lost?” a voice questioned as Rachel’s head snapped in the direction of the voice.
“Quinn,” Rachel breathed out slightly relived at the familiar face. “What are you doing here?”
“I should ask you the same thing,” Quinn stated as she strolled towards the brunette. “I run here everyday.”
“Oh,” Rachel said as she glanced at the blonde who stared at her curiously. “I’m actually lost, I was running but I guess I lost track and now I have absolutely no idea where I’m at and how to get home.”
Quinn observed the tiny brunette as she continued to look around mumbling something about; ‘I should have brought a map or google earthed the neighborhood.’ Quinn smiled and chuckled at how incredibly cute the girl was as she braded herself.
Interrupting the brunette who was still mumbling to herself glanced at Quinn as the blonde openly chuckled at the brunette.
“Do you find this situation entertaining? For all I know I could be in the middle of the woods right now and a bear can be approaching me and I wouldn’t even know it!” Rachel exclaimed with a huff as she crossed her arms and pouted. Quinn chuckled again at the brunette who slightly resembled jigglypuff from pokemon when pouting. This reaction caused Rachel to send the blonde more daggers and huffed once more.
“You know, you’re really cute when you get mad,” Quinn stated as the brunette began to open her mouth to debate once more but quickly closed it upon hearing the statement. Quinn smiled at the brunette and shook her head.
“First of all you’re in a park,” Quinn stated as she stared at the girl. “Second you’re in Lima. There are no bears in Lima and lastly…”Quinn hesitated as she bit her lip. “You have me.”
Speechless, all Rachel could do was stare at the blonde.
“You know for a future Broadway star you most definitely have the ‘speechless and overly dramatic part down’,” Quinn stated and grinned as she started walking away.
Finding her voice Rachel called out to the blonde. “Where are you going?”
“Walking you home,” Quinn stated as she stopped walking and turned to face Rachel.
“Really?” Rachel said brightly, happy with the notion that she had someone to guide her home.
“Yeah, wouldn’t want the bears to get you now. Now would we?” Quinn chuckled as Rachel rolled her eyes.
“Just tell me your street and I’ll lead you back there.”
Rachel nodded in understanding as she strode next to Quinn. “Thanks, Quinn,” Rachel said sincerely as Quinn nodded and stared ahead. They continued to walk in silence side by side not a word was exchanged until they
reached the front of Rachel’s house.
“Well here we are,” Quinn stated nodding her head in the direction of the Berry household.
“Thank you again Quinn,” Rachel stated as she walked to the front door with Quinn just a step behind.
“It’s no problem,” Quinn replied as they both stopped in front of the door and felt a slight tension rise in the air.
Quinn bit her lip in nervousness as their gazes met. Hazel eyes searched brown orbs as they flickered onto pink lips and lingered there.
Quinn leaned in slowly as Rachel began to breathe rapidly, anxiety over taking her body. Quinn stopped and rested her forehead against the brunette’s as she closed her eyes. “Relax,” Quinn breathed as she waited for the brunettes breathing to pan out. Once the brunette had settled down Quinn opened her eyes once more and glanced to Rachel asking for permission to continue. Rachel took a moment before nodding as Quinn bit her lip in anticipation and Rachel mimicked her actions as she bit her own lip as well. Quinn inched in closer her lips hovering above Rachel’s. Their lips barely glazed when a cough was heard before them. Quinn’s eyes quickly snapped open at the sound and found a very amused Michael Berry staring at the pair.
“Dad!” Rachel exclaimed as she took a step back from Quinn and faced her father.
“Rachel,” Michael Berry replied. “Who’s your friend?”
Quinn blushed and looked down as she hesitantly took a step forward. “Quinn Fabray,” Quinn stated as she finally had the courage to look up at the older Berry and extended her hand.
“Pleased to meet you Quinn,” Michael stated taking her hand and displayed a knowing look upon his face. “I’m Michael Berry, Rachel’s dad.”
Quinn nodded and smiled a bit. “Pleased to meet you Mr. Berry.”
“Please, call me Michael.” Michael stated as he smiled as well. “Will you be joining us for breakfast?”
Rachel glanced to Quinn who shook her head no. “I would love to have breakfast with you but unfortunately I’m running a bit late and have to get back home to get ready for class. “ Quinn answered as she gave a small smile. “I just really came here to make sure that Rachel got home safely.”
Michael nodded in understanding as he smiled even brighter. “Well thank you for bringing my little girl home safely.”
“It was no problem, but I really should get going,” Quinn stated as she began to step away. Michael nodded and spoke. “Next time when you’re not in a hurry you should come have breakfast with us,” Michael stated as Quinn walked down the steps and faced the father and daughter. “I will,” Quinn stated and smiled as she turned again and walked away.
Rachel eyes lingered on the blondes figure until she was out of sight and turned around to find a grinning Berry.
“I like her,” Michael stated and placed an arm around Rachel as he led her inside the house.
“Dad, we’re just friends,” Rachel said as she made her way up the stairs with her dad at the bottom staring
up.
“I’m sure,” he said as he gave his daughter a wink and walked away. Rachel befuddled by her dad’s actions could only shake her head and sigh as she continued to go upstairs and get ready for the day ahead.
When Rachel arrived to school Tina immediately bombarded her.
“Ra-rachel!” Tina exclaimed as she strode over to the brunette’s locker. “You’re going tonight right?”
“What’s tonight?” Rachel asked as she continued to browse through her locker.
“The football game,” Tina said excitedly. “Mike is playing so I need to be there. Please tell me you’ll go too! I’ll be a loner if you don’t.”
Tina pleaded with Rachel giving her a sad puppy look. “Please?”
“Ok, Ok,” Rachel stated giving into the Asian girl’s plead. “I guess I’ll support you and your boyfriend by sitting in unsanitary bleachers for 3 hours watching sweaty boys tackling each other in game that has nothing to do with their feet.”
“What?” Tina said confused by the girl’s statement.
“You know, “foot” ball. The game really should be called “handegg” because they aren’t kicking the ball at all.”
Tina who looked more confused than ever looked at the brunette like an alien. “Wh-what’s handegg?”
“It’s what “football” should be called. Handegg is a much more appropriate name because the majority of the time they are carrying or holding a ball shaped like an egg, thus it should be called Handegg.”
“Umm..okay.” Tina said as she gave Rachel an odd look. “But you’ll go yeah?”
“Yes, I’ll be there Tina.”
“Great! You’ll have fun I promise!” Tina exclaimed as she hugged Rachel quickly and left.
Rachel smiled at her friend’s excitement but quickly shook her head as she refocused on finding her Spanish book. “Why can’t I find it?” Rachel mumbled to herself as she thought back to the night before and realized she had left her Spanish book at home.
Frustrated Rachel closed her locker shut and quickly made her way to Spanish class. Entering the classroom everyone turned to face Rachel who felt shameful for being late. Mr. Schuester faced Rachel as she stepped fully into the classroom. “Hello, Rachel nice of you to join us.”
“Sorry for being late Mr. Schu, I couldn’t find my Spanish book and spent the last ten minutes looking for it,” Rachel stated.
“It’s fine Rachel, just go ahead and take a seat and share the book with your neighbor.”
Rachel nodded in response and looked for an open seat. There were only 2 seats available and one of them was next to a very pissed looking Latina.
Rachel hesitated as she noticed the girl’s mood and debated whether or not to sit or just move to the other seat. As Rachel pondered on where to the sit the Latina had noticed the brunette standing and pointed at the desk next to her. Rachel nodded and cautiously approached the Latina.
“Hi Santana,” Rachel greeted as she sat down.
“Berry.” Santana replied as she gave a curt nod and remained silent. It was unusual that the Latina wasn’t flirting with Rachel, not that Rachel was expecting it but it had become some sort of routine with the two whenever they had class together. Flirting for them or at least in Santana’s case was as fluid as saying hello. So to say the least it was weird seeing the girl in such a foul mood.
Observing the Latina, Rachel quickly opened her notebook and scribbled on a piece of paper and passed it onto Santana.
What’s wrong?
Nothing. Rachel stared at the message and raised an eyebrow as she wrote another message back.
It’s obvious that you’re not okay, so tell me what’s bothering you.
Like I said it’s nothing.
Santana Lopez I demand to know what’s on your mind!
Fine! Both Quinn and Brittany kissed you and that kind of upsets me. Staring at the message Rachel flushed and wrote a reply as she avoided the Latina’s gaze.
Oh.
Oh? All you have to say is oh?
Well what do you want me to say? I never asked your girlfriends’ to kiss me. So don’t get mad at me.
I never said I was mad at you. I said I was bothered by the fact that both Quinn and Brittany kissed you.
Well first of all Brittany only kissed my cheek and secondly Quinn barely even kissed me. We were rudely interrupted in the midst of it all.
Still. They still did it.
I’m sorry I never asked them to.
I know, but I can’t help but feel that it’s unfair. They know I don’t like it when things aren’t equal.
Well, what are you going to do about it?
I have an idea, but do you think you can help me with it?
Me?... I suppose if it’ll help patch up your relationship then I’m more than willing to help.
Okay cool. So do you think I can kiss you?
“What?!” Rachel whispered loudly and caused a few students to turn their attention to the pair but was glared by Santana, which caused them to turn away. Rachel stared at Santana extremely confused as the Latina signaled to her to keep writing.
How is kissing me going to help you fix your relationship with Quinn and Brittany?
Well like I said everything has to be equal so if I kiss you it’ll make everything balanced again.
Is that so? So everything you do has to be shared?
Yup. Rachel bit her lip and stared at the Latina who had seemed to calm down. Santana waited until the brunette replied but it never came. Minutes passed and the Latina was growing impatient as she tried to catch the brunette’s attention but was ignored. After a few more minutes the bell rang indicating the period was over. Santana stayed in her seat, as did Rachel until everyone including Mr. Schuster cleared out of the room.
“I don’t think I can do it,” Rachel said quietly as hey eyes stayed glued to her desk.
“Come on Berry, don’t be such a drama queen! It’s just a kiss.” Santana stated as got up and faced the brunette’s desk.
“I resent that. I am not a drama queen,” Rachel huffed as her eyes snapped onto the Latina.
“Just kiss me then,” Santana replied as she crossed her arms challenging the brunette.
Not the one to back down from a challenge the tiny brunette stood up facing the Latina.
“Fine,” Rachel replied quietly as Santana smirked and uncrossed her arms. Rachel stepped away from the desk and into the isle as the Latina stood waiting for the brunette. Tugging at the hem of her skirt Rachel bit her lip in nervousness and met the Latina’s eyes.
“Just relax Berry,” Santana cooed as she stepped forward and laid a hand on Rachel’s cheek. Inching forward she ran her thumb over the brunette’s lips, which caused her to close her eyes as she relished the feeling.
Closing the gap, lips mended as one and Rachel sighed at the contact and felt her lips part. Santana took this opportunity to take hold of Rachel’s bottom lip between her teeth and gave it a light suck causing the brunette to moan. The Latina smirked at the girl’s reaction and sucked a little harder this time as the brunette moaned once more. Getting lost in the kiss, the pair had not noticed two figures had slipped into the room watching them.
“That’s hot,” Brittany stated as the pair broke from the kiss and stared at the blonde.
Blushing, Rachel quickly stepped away from the Latina and awkwardly stood to the side.
Smirking the Latina stared to the other blonde on Brittany’s side. “You’re right, she does have soft lips.”
Rachel blushed harder at this statement as did Quinn.
“Don’t be embarrassed Berry, it’s a compliment,” Santana stated as she gather her books and walked towards the two blondes. “You’ll be at the game tonight right?”
Rachel nodded as she did her best to keep her composure.
“We’ll see you there then,” Santana remarked as she turned on her heel and strode out the door.
“Bye Rachel!” Brittany exclaimed as she waved and followed the Latina out.
“I’ll see you tonight?” Quinn asked once more stopping at the door as she faced the brunette.
Rachel nodded and gave a small smile.
“Good,” Quinn said softly as she returned the smile and left the room.
Rachel sighed once all three left and leaned against the desk. 'These three girls are going to be the death of me,' Rachel thought and smiled to herself.
Later that day Rachel found herself in the stands rooting the McKinley High football team but she paid very little attention to the game. Instead she found herself highly distracted by three girls in cheerleader uniforms. As the Trio performed the routines each made eye contact with the brunette, which never failed to cause the girl to turn bright red.
“They’re totally having eye sex with you,” Tina commented as she noticed the brunette’s gaze on the three girls.
Rachel shook her head as she tore her gaze from the girls and turned to Tina.
“They kissed me,” Rachel admitted as she gave an uncertain smile and Tina gasped.
“When?!”
“Last night and today,” Rachel said thoughtfully as she bit her lip. “Brittany kissed me last night and Quinn and Santana kissed me today.”
“Wow,” Tina said as she reflected on the information. “That’s kind of crazy.”
Rachel nodded her head and bit her lip once more. “It is.”
“What are you going to do?”
“Am I supposed to do anything?” Rachel asked as she turned her gaze back to the Trio who were now in a pyramid with the three girls on top. “It was just a kiss.”
“Yeah, a kiss from all three of the Trio!” Tina exclaimed.
“What am I supposed to do? I wasn’t expecting any of this,”
“Well, what do you want to do about it?”
“I’m not sure. I don’t even know if they like me,” Rachel stated as Tina gawked at her.
“Rachel. They. Kissed. You. The Trio doesn’t just go kissing random people,” Tina said as she gave a small smile. “They like you.”
Rachel glanced to Tina, reflecting on her statement and quickly averted her eyes to the three girls on the field.
“Do you really think so?” Rachel asked in a small voice as Tina nodded her head.
“I know so,” Tina said confidently. “Maybe you should talk to them after the game,” Tina suggested as she smiled.
“I believe I will,” Rachel stated as she continued to watch the Trio and the rest of the game.
When the game finished Rachel waited at the bottom of the stands and waited for the Trio. She bade Tina goodbye as she passed with Mike Chang around her waist. Rachel waited until the Cheerios left one by one each giving a curious stare to the brunette until the three she was waiting for approached her.
“Hey,” Rachel said as she smiled at the three girls.
“Hey Rachel, what are you doing here alone?” Quinn asked slightly concerned.
“I thought I should wait for you three and see if you wanted to hangout for a little bit,” Rachel answered a hesitant smile plastered on her face.
The three girls glanced to each other and smiled.
“Sounds great,” Quinn replied as led the way out of field and into the parking lot.
“Did you enjoy the show?” Santana questioned as she smirked. “Cause we most definitely saw you staring.”
Rachel coughed a little at the statement and cleared her throat. “Well you three were clearly the most talented on the field, and not just with the Cheerios football players included.”
Brittany smiled at the statement. “Did you like the routines?” She asked excitedly.
“I did, it was quite interesting,” Rachel stated and smiled as Brittany gave a little sequel.
“Coach let me do some of the choreography for those routines,” Brittany said happily as the other two girls smiled at her proudly.
“Really? You made the choreography for those?” Rachel asked surprised. “They were really good!”
“Really? I wasn’t sure if it’d be that great.”
“They were,” Rachel stated and smiled. ”I have a brilliant idea. You should suggest to Mr. Schu if you can do our next number’s choreography. I’m sure if we tried we can convince the other Glee members to agree as well.”
“Oh! I’d liked that,” Brittany said as she clapped and smiled. Quinn and Santana shared a look as they observed the conversation between the brunette and the blonde.
“The Cheerio’s are really lucky that they have you. I wish I could dance like you,” Rachel admitted as she smiled. “I can dance, but barely. That’s why I take pride in my voice and not my dance skills.”
“Actually Berry I think you should tryout,” Santana stated as she joined the conversation.
“Me? Tryout for the Cheerios? I don’t think that will benefit me in my attempts of becoming a Broadway star. But the gymnastics does appeal to the development of my dancing and stunts abilities. It would be highly useful in the case I’d need such a skill in Theatre or even in performing my own stunts instead of my stunt double. But nonetheless I will politely decline your offer.” Rachel stated as she stared at the three girls.
“We weren’t talking about the Cheerios, Berry,” Santana stated as she shared a look with the two blondes as they nodded and smiled. “we were talking about trying out to be our girlfriend.”
“I-“ Rachel began until she fully realized what Santana has proposed. ”what?!”
a/n: hope that was sufficient. itll be a little while till i update. i have midterms this week so i need to work on that but once I'm done ill be back=]
Author: Ayaka620
Rating: PG-13 [for now]
Length: +10000 words thus far
Spoilers: Up to Grilled Cheesus I suppose but only certain parts.
Summary:A/U: Rachel Berry is the new girl at McKinley High. Everyone is aware of who the Trio is except for Rachel and frankly she doesn't care.
Part 3: A New Cheerio?
The next few days were somewhat of a blur. Apparently it became big news that the Trio had joined Glee. The following day after word was let out it was evident that the jocks and Cheerios were unsure of how to treat the other glee members.
Many seemed scared to attempt anything in case they might face the wrath of the Trio. It still lingered on many people’s minds what had happened to a jock that had made the mistake of playing a prank on Glee club members when the Trio had been dating Ashley. No one knows the exact details of what happened and what the Trio did to the jock but it seems that it was so bad that he transferred out of McKinley the following week. So needless to say the popular crowd was hesitant to do anything. Everyone knew that it was better to be on the Trio’s good side then to cross the line and face the consequences.
As for the Glee members, they were still getting used to the fact that the Trio had joined Glee club. It was odd having them around but no one had any complaints. In fact, it was nice for some of the members to have a little break from the slushie hazing and dumpster drops so it had its perks. Even Kurt Hummel kept his mouth shut and he was notorious for having a big mouth. He loved to complain about everything that wasn’t up to par and always complained about the unfair treatment in the school. But surprisingly, no complaints were heard from him rather there was an exclamation that he was so happy that he could wear his new Marc Jacobs without the worry of getting slushie or dumpster stains on it. The story was similar for the other Glee members who although would not outright admit it knew that the Trio joining the Glee Club was a blessing in disguise.
As the week went on Rachel soon found that she getting comfortable with McKinley High and her friendship with Tina was steadily making progress as they consistently had breaks and lunches together. She even had daily confrontations with the Trio, which normally led to Santana flirting with her non-stop. These little things made Rachel extremely happy. She vowed before moving to Lima, that she would make a change for the better. Back in her hometown, San Francisco, Rachel was somewhat of a loner. She had “friends” but they were more like acquaintances. She rarely went out but only focused on herself and her goal to become a Broadway star. Rachel was obsessed with achieving her goals and many people her age found that behavior odd. So, needless to say people stayed away from Rachel because they didn’t understand her, or her passion.
But regardless of her past Rachel found that she was content with her life in Lima and before she knew it two weeks had passed.
On Thursday afternoons after Glee club Rachel made it a point to take advantage of the dance studio. It was always relaxing to practice on Thursday afternoons because it was the one day that no clubs or classes used the dance studio. But today was different. As Rachel walked into the dance studio expecting it to be empty she found herself staring at a blonde stretching along the bar in front of the mirror.
“Brittany?” Rachel questioned as she stopped in her tracks at the sight of the girl.
Hearing her name Brittany quickly looked up into the mirror’s reflection and met Rachel’s eyes.
“Hello,” Brittany said cheerfully through the mirror’s reflection.
“Hi,” Rachel replied as she continued to watch the blonde stretch. Brittany smiled at the brunette’s greeting and continued stretching, breaking her stare with the girl.
Looking away Rachel carefully crossed the room and settled her duffel bag down and made her way towards the bar. Just as Rachel began to stretch her eyes unconsciously made their way over to Brittany who was bent down with her leg on the bar and her head and arms extended over her knee.
‘She looks so graceful,’ Rachel thought and smiled. It dawned upon Rachel as she observed the blonde that she has never had a proper conversation with the girl. Whenever she spoke with the Trio it was always Quinn and Santana doing the talking. Brittany only made small side comments and gestures but never a real conversation. Lost in her thoughts she failed to notice the blonde had stopped stretching and was now staring at her.
“Are you OK Rachel?” Brittany asked breaking the brunette’s concentration as she tilted her head in a curious manner. “You keep staring at me.”
“Umm..” Rachel mumbled as her cheeks reddened in embarrassment from being caught staring. “Sorry.”
“It’s OK Rachel,” Brittany said and giggled. “I stare at you all the time.”
“Oh.” Rachel replied startled by the girl’s confession and felt herself flush once more.
Brittany giggled again and smiled in amusement at the girl’s embarrassment.
Fortunately, for Brittany, Rachel had never noticed her observing the brunette in the last few weeks but Brittany preferred it that way. Everyone at McKinley thought that Brittany was this dumb, clueless blonde but in reality it was the opposite. She purposely portrayed those characteristics so that others wouldn’t give her a second thought. She liked to be in the background and not be noticed. It made it easier to observe others without being questioned because everyone just thought that she was staring off in space or something to that degree. But only Quinn and Santana knew the real Brittany.
“You get embarrassed easily don’t you?” Brittany quipped with a grin on her face.
“Well,” Rachel began as she slightly leaned her arms against the bars. “I like think that I have good composure but I’m still getting used to the fact that girls like to hit on me here. You’d think I’d get hit on in San Francisco but no, and of all places its Lima, Ohio,” Rachel finished as she gave a small unsure smile.
Brittany stared at the brunette a frown written on her face. “Well, San Francisco missed out because they didn’t realize how incredibly hot you are,” Brittany stated as she confidently took a step towards Rachel invading her personal space. A seductive look was on Brittany’s face as she raised her hand and traced her index finger along Rachel’s cheek and jaw. Rachel felt nervousness arise at the close proximity and took a deep breath as Brittany leaned into her ear and breathed out. “And it’s not just any “girls” that like to hit on you, it’s me, Q and B,” Brittany finished as her eyes connected with Rachel’s and leaned forward. Brittany smiled as she slowly glazed her lips against Rachel’s cheek and whispered into her ear once more. “Enjoy practicing Rachel, I’ll see you later.”
And with that Brittany stood up and walked out of the room leaving the tiny brunette against the wall absolutely stunned.
After Brittany’s departure the brunette found it extremely difficult to concentrate. She still felt the blonde’s lips lingering on her cheek and the hot breath of the blonde’s in her ear. It surprisingly turned Rachel on which was new to her most especially since it was girl that had done it. But it’s not that she had a problem with the fact that she was aroused by a girl, she had 2 gay dads and had lived in San Francisco after all, but it was the fact that it was new experience and no guy had ever done that to her with just a whisper and kiss on the cheek. Frustrated and slightly confused Rachel decided to call it a day and headed home.
The following morning Rachel got up early to work out and get her daily endorphins only to remember that her elliptical was currently malfunctioning. Frowning at the situation Rachel contemplated on what her options were. It was either Rachel skipped her daily dosage of endorphins or go for a run so Rachel decided on the latter determining that she would be in a foul mood if she didn’t get her high.
Rachel started off in slow jog trying to remember her surroundings as it was her first time running around the area and she had yet to memorize the neighborhood. Picking up her pace Rachel got into stride and found herself getting lost in thought as she ended up in a park that was unfamiliar.
“Crap,” Rachel mumbled to herself as she glanced around the unfamiliar territory and felt panic arise.
“You lost?” a voice questioned as Rachel’s head snapped in the direction of the voice.
“Quinn,” Rachel breathed out slightly relived at the familiar face. “What are you doing here?”
“I should ask you the same thing,” Quinn stated as she strolled towards the brunette. “I run here everyday.”
“Oh,” Rachel said as she glanced at the blonde who stared at her curiously. “I’m actually lost, I was running but I guess I lost track and now I have absolutely no idea where I’m at and how to get home.”
Quinn observed the tiny brunette as she continued to look around mumbling something about; ‘I should have brought a map or google earthed the neighborhood.’ Quinn smiled and chuckled at how incredibly cute the girl was as she braded herself.
Interrupting the brunette who was still mumbling to herself glanced at Quinn as the blonde openly chuckled at the brunette.
“Do you find this situation entertaining? For all I know I could be in the middle of the woods right now and a bear can be approaching me and I wouldn’t even know it!” Rachel exclaimed with a huff as she crossed her arms and pouted. Quinn chuckled again at the brunette who slightly resembled jigglypuff from pokemon when pouting. This reaction caused Rachel to send the blonde more daggers and huffed once more.
“You know, you’re really cute when you get mad,” Quinn stated as the brunette began to open her mouth to debate once more but quickly closed it upon hearing the statement. Quinn smiled at the brunette and shook her head.
“First of all you’re in a park,” Quinn stated as she stared at the girl. “Second you’re in Lima. There are no bears in Lima and lastly…”Quinn hesitated as she bit her lip. “You have me.”
Speechless, all Rachel could do was stare at the blonde.
“You know for a future Broadway star you most definitely have the ‘speechless and overly dramatic part down’,” Quinn stated and grinned as she started walking away.
Finding her voice Rachel called out to the blonde. “Where are you going?”
“Walking you home,” Quinn stated as she stopped walking and turned to face Rachel.
“Really?” Rachel said brightly, happy with the notion that she had someone to guide her home.
“Yeah, wouldn’t want the bears to get you now. Now would we?” Quinn chuckled as Rachel rolled her eyes.
“Just tell me your street and I’ll lead you back there.”
Rachel nodded in understanding as she strode next to Quinn. “Thanks, Quinn,” Rachel said sincerely as Quinn nodded and stared ahead. They continued to walk in silence side by side not a word was exchanged until they
reached the front of Rachel’s house.
“Well here we are,” Quinn stated nodding her head in the direction of the Berry household.
“Thank you again Quinn,” Rachel stated as she walked to the front door with Quinn just a step behind.
“It’s no problem,” Quinn replied as they both stopped in front of the door and felt a slight tension rise in the air.
Quinn bit her lip in nervousness as their gazes met. Hazel eyes searched brown orbs as they flickered onto pink lips and lingered there.
Quinn leaned in slowly as Rachel began to breathe rapidly, anxiety over taking her body. Quinn stopped and rested her forehead against the brunette’s as she closed her eyes. “Relax,” Quinn breathed as she waited for the brunettes breathing to pan out. Once the brunette had settled down Quinn opened her eyes once more and glanced to Rachel asking for permission to continue. Rachel took a moment before nodding as Quinn bit her lip in anticipation and Rachel mimicked her actions as she bit her own lip as well. Quinn inched in closer her lips hovering above Rachel’s. Their lips barely glazed when a cough was heard before them. Quinn’s eyes quickly snapped open at the sound and found a very amused Michael Berry staring at the pair.
“Dad!” Rachel exclaimed as she took a step back from Quinn and faced her father.
“Rachel,” Michael Berry replied. “Who’s your friend?”
Quinn blushed and looked down as she hesitantly took a step forward. “Quinn Fabray,” Quinn stated as she finally had the courage to look up at the older Berry and extended her hand.
“Pleased to meet you Quinn,” Michael stated taking her hand and displayed a knowing look upon his face. “I’m Michael Berry, Rachel’s dad.”
Quinn nodded and smiled a bit. “Pleased to meet you Mr. Berry.”
“Please, call me Michael.” Michael stated as he smiled as well. “Will you be joining us for breakfast?”
Rachel glanced to Quinn who shook her head no. “I would love to have breakfast with you but unfortunately I’m running a bit late and have to get back home to get ready for class. “ Quinn answered as she gave a small smile. “I just really came here to make sure that Rachel got home safely.”
Michael nodded in understanding as he smiled even brighter. “Well thank you for bringing my little girl home safely.”
“It was no problem, but I really should get going,” Quinn stated as she began to step away. Michael nodded and spoke. “Next time when you’re not in a hurry you should come have breakfast with us,” Michael stated as Quinn walked down the steps and faced the father and daughter. “I will,” Quinn stated and smiled as she turned again and walked away.
Rachel eyes lingered on the blondes figure until she was out of sight and turned around to find a grinning Berry.
“I like her,” Michael stated and placed an arm around Rachel as he led her inside the house.
“Dad, we’re just friends,” Rachel said as she made her way up the stairs with her dad at the bottom staring
up.
“I’m sure,” he said as he gave his daughter a wink and walked away. Rachel befuddled by her dad’s actions could only shake her head and sigh as she continued to go upstairs and get ready for the day ahead.
When Rachel arrived to school Tina immediately bombarded her.
“Ra-rachel!” Tina exclaimed as she strode over to the brunette’s locker. “You’re going tonight right?”
“What’s tonight?” Rachel asked as she continued to browse through her locker.
“The football game,” Tina said excitedly. “Mike is playing so I need to be there. Please tell me you’ll go too! I’ll be a loner if you don’t.”
Tina pleaded with Rachel giving her a sad puppy look. “Please?”
“Ok, Ok,” Rachel stated giving into the Asian girl’s plead. “I guess I’ll support you and your boyfriend by sitting in unsanitary bleachers for 3 hours watching sweaty boys tackling each other in game that has nothing to do with their feet.”
“What?” Tina said confused by the girl’s statement.
“You know, “foot” ball. The game really should be called “handegg” because they aren’t kicking the ball at all.”
Tina who looked more confused than ever looked at the brunette like an alien. “Wh-what’s handegg?”
“It’s what “football” should be called. Handegg is a much more appropriate name because the majority of the time they are carrying or holding a ball shaped like an egg, thus it should be called Handegg.”
“Umm..okay.” Tina said as she gave Rachel an odd look. “But you’ll go yeah?”
“Yes, I’ll be there Tina.”
“Great! You’ll have fun I promise!” Tina exclaimed as she hugged Rachel quickly and left.
Rachel smiled at her friend’s excitement but quickly shook her head as she refocused on finding her Spanish book. “Why can’t I find it?” Rachel mumbled to herself as she thought back to the night before and realized she had left her Spanish book at home.
Frustrated Rachel closed her locker shut and quickly made her way to Spanish class. Entering the classroom everyone turned to face Rachel who felt shameful for being late. Mr. Schuester faced Rachel as she stepped fully into the classroom. “Hello, Rachel nice of you to join us.”
“Sorry for being late Mr. Schu, I couldn’t find my Spanish book and spent the last ten minutes looking for it,” Rachel stated.
“It’s fine Rachel, just go ahead and take a seat and share the book with your neighbor.”
Rachel nodded in response and looked for an open seat. There were only 2 seats available and one of them was next to a very pissed looking Latina.
Rachel hesitated as she noticed the girl’s mood and debated whether or not to sit or just move to the other seat. As Rachel pondered on where to the sit the Latina had noticed the brunette standing and pointed at the desk next to her. Rachel nodded and cautiously approached the Latina.
“Hi Santana,” Rachel greeted as she sat down.
“Berry.” Santana replied as she gave a curt nod and remained silent. It was unusual that the Latina wasn’t flirting with Rachel, not that Rachel was expecting it but it had become some sort of routine with the two whenever they had class together. Flirting for them or at least in Santana’s case was as fluid as saying hello. So to say the least it was weird seeing the girl in such a foul mood.
Observing the Latina, Rachel quickly opened her notebook and scribbled on a piece of paper and passed it onto Santana.
What’s wrong?
Nothing. Rachel stared at the message and raised an eyebrow as she wrote another message back.
It’s obvious that you’re not okay, so tell me what’s bothering you.
Like I said it’s nothing.
Santana Lopez I demand to know what’s on your mind!
Fine! Both Quinn and Brittany kissed you and that kind of upsets me. Staring at the message Rachel flushed and wrote a reply as she avoided the Latina’s gaze.
Oh.
Oh? All you have to say is oh?
Well what do you want me to say? I never asked your girlfriends’ to kiss me. So don’t get mad at me.
I never said I was mad at you. I said I was bothered by the fact that both Quinn and Brittany kissed you.
Well first of all Brittany only kissed my cheek and secondly Quinn barely even kissed me. We were rudely interrupted in the midst of it all.
Still. They still did it.
I’m sorry I never asked them to.
I know, but I can’t help but feel that it’s unfair. They know I don’t like it when things aren’t equal.
Well, what are you going to do about it?
I have an idea, but do you think you can help me with it?
Me?... I suppose if it’ll help patch up your relationship then I’m more than willing to help.
Okay cool. So do you think I can kiss you?
“What?!” Rachel whispered loudly and caused a few students to turn their attention to the pair but was glared by Santana, which caused them to turn away. Rachel stared at Santana extremely confused as the Latina signaled to her to keep writing.
How is kissing me going to help you fix your relationship with Quinn and Brittany?
Well like I said everything has to be equal so if I kiss you it’ll make everything balanced again.
Is that so? So everything you do has to be shared?
Yup. Rachel bit her lip and stared at the Latina who had seemed to calm down. Santana waited until the brunette replied but it never came. Minutes passed and the Latina was growing impatient as she tried to catch the brunette’s attention but was ignored. After a few more minutes the bell rang indicating the period was over. Santana stayed in her seat, as did Rachel until everyone including Mr. Schuster cleared out of the room.
“I don’t think I can do it,” Rachel said quietly as hey eyes stayed glued to her desk.
“Come on Berry, don’t be such a drama queen! It’s just a kiss.” Santana stated as got up and faced the brunette’s desk.
“I resent that. I am not a drama queen,” Rachel huffed as her eyes snapped onto the Latina.
“Just kiss me then,” Santana replied as she crossed her arms challenging the brunette.
Not the one to back down from a challenge the tiny brunette stood up facing the Latina.
“Fine,” Rachel replied quietly as Santana smirked and uncrossed her arms. Rachel stepped away from the desk and into the isle as the Latina stood waiting for the brunette. Tugging at the hem of her skirt Rachel bit her lip in nervousness and met the Latina’s eyes.
“Just relax Berry,” Santana cooed as she stepped forward and laid a hand on Rachel’s cheek. Inching forward she ran her thumb over the brunette’s lips, which caused her to close her eyes as she relished the feeling.
Closing the gap, lips mended as one and Rachel sighed at the contact and felt her lips part. Santana took this opportunity to take hold of Rachel’s bottom lip between her teeth and gave it a light suck causing the brunette to moan. The Latina smirked at the girl’s reaction and sucked a little harder this time as the brunette moaned once more. Getting lost in the kiss, the pair had not noticed two figures had slipped into the room watching them.
“That’s hot,” Brittany stated as the pair broke from the kiss and stared at the blonde.
Blushing, Rachel quickly stepped away from the Latina and awkwardly stood to the side.
Smirking the Latina stared to the other blonde on Brittany’s side. “You’re right, she does have soft lips.”
Rachel blushed harder at this statement as did Quinn.
“Don’t be embarrassed Berry, it’s a compliment,” Santana stated as she gather her books and walked towards the two blondes. “You’ll be at the game tonight right?”
Rachel nodded as she did her best to keep her composure.
“We’ll see you there then,” Santana remarked as she turned on her heel and strode out the door.
“Bye Rachel!” Brittany exclaimed as she waved and followed the Latina out.
“I’ll see you tonight?” Quinn asked once more stopping at the door as she faced the brunette.
Rachel nodded and gave a small smile.
“Good,” Quinn said softly as she returned the smile and left the room.
Rachel sighed once all three left and leaned against the desk. 'These three girls are going to be the death of me,' Rachel thought and smiled to herself.
Later that day Rachel found herself in the stands rooting the McKinley High football team but she paid very little attention to the game. Instead she found herself highly distracted by three girls in cheerleader uniforms. As the Trio performed the routines each made eye contact with the brunette, which never failed to cause the girl to turn bright red.
“They’re totally having eye sex with you,” Tina commented as she noticed the brunette’s gaze on the three girls.
Rachel shook her head as she tore her gaze from the girls and turned to Tina.
“They kissed me,” Rachel admitted as she gave an uncertain smile and Tina gasped.
“When?!”
“Last night and today,” Rachel said thoughtfully as she bit her lip. “Brittany kissed me last night and Quinn and Santana kissed me today.”
“Wow,” Tina said as she reflected on the information. “That’s kind of crazy.”
Rachel nodded her head and bit her lip once more. “It is.”
“What are you going to do?”
“Am I supposed to do anything?” Rachel asked as she turned her gaze back to the Trio who were now in a pyramid with the three girls on top. “It was just a kiss.”
“Yeah, a kiss from all three of the Trio!” Tina exclaimed.
“What am I supposed to do? I wasn’t expecting any of this,”
“Well, what do you want to do about it?”
“I’m not sure. I don’t even know if they like me,” Rachel stated as Tina gawked at her.
“Rachel. They. Kissed. You. The Trio doesn’t just go kissing random people,” Tina said as she gave a small smile. “They like you.”
Rachel glanced to Tina, reflecting on her statement and quickly averted her eyes to the three girls on the field.
“Do you really think so?” Rachel asked in a small voice as Tina nodded her head.
“I know so,” Tina said confidently. “Maybe you should talk to them after the game,” Tina suggested as she smiled.
“I believe I will,” Rachel stated as she continued to watch the Trio and the rest of the game.
When the game finished Rachel waited at the bottom of the stands and waited for the Trio. She bade Tina goodbye as she passed with Mike Chang around her waist. Rachel waited until the Cheerios left one by one each giving a curious stare to the brunette until the three she was waiting for approached her.
“Hey,” Rachel said as she smiled at the three girls.
“Hey Rachel, what are you doing here alone?” Quinn asked slightly concerned.
“I thought I should wait for you three and see if you wanted to hangout for a little bit,” Rachel answered a hesitant smile plastered on her face.
The three girls glanced to each other and smiled.
“Sounds great,” Quinn replied as led the way out of field and into the parking lot.
“Did you enjoy the show?” Santana questioned as she smirked. “Cause we most definitely saw you staring.”
Rachel coughed a little at the statement and cleared her throat. “Well you three were clearly the most talented on the field, and not just with the Cheerios football players included.”
Brittany smiled at the statement. “Did you like the routines?” She asked excitedly.
“I did, it was quite interesting,” Rachel stated and smiled as Brittany gave a little sequel.
“Coach let me do some of the choreography for those routines,” Brittany said happily as the other two girls smiled at her proudly.
“Really? You made the choreography for those?” Rachel asked surprised. “They were really good!”
“Really? I wasn’t sure if it’d be that great.”
“They were,” Rachel stated and smiled. ”I have a brilliant idea. You should suggest to Mr. Schu if you can do our next number’s choreography. I’m sure if we tried we can convince the other Glee members to agree as well.”
“Oh! I’d liked that,” Brittany said as she clapped and smiled. Quinn and Santana shared a look as they observed the conversation between the brunette and the blonde.
“The Cheerio’s are really lucky that they have you. I wish I could dance like you,” Rachel admitted as she smiled. “I can dance, but barely. That’s why I take pride in my voice and not my dance skills.”
“Actually Berry I think you should tryout,” Santana stated as she joined the conversation.
“Me? Tryout for the Cheerios? I don’t think that will benefit me in my attempts of becoming a Broadway star. But the gymnastics does appeal to the development of my dancing and stunts abilities. It would be highly useful in the case I’d need such a skill in Theatre or even in performing my own stunts instead of my stunt double. But nonetheless I will politely decline your offer.” Rachel stated as she stared at the three girls.
“We weren’t talking about the Cheerios, Berry,” Santana stated as she shared a look with the two blondes as they nodded and smiled. “we were talking about trying out to be our girlfriend.”
“I-“ Rachel began until she fully realized what Santana has proposed. ”what?!”
a/n: hope that was sufficient. itll be a little while till i update. i have midterms this week so i need to work on that but once I'm done ill be back=]