Chapter 18: Regionals
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A/n : Thank you guys SO much for your kind reviews! There what keeps me writing so keep them coming thank you so much for that. Well this chapter is Regionals and next chapter is the Regionals AFTER PARTY train wreck!
Rachel's POV
Today was Thursday and I was eating breakfast waiting for Finn to come pick me up for school. I'm super excited because tomorrow is Regionals then Saturday I'm having a glee club party for winning, which I know we will with Quinn, Finn, Puck and I talking the leads. We decided in glee yesterday that us 4 would sing "Every time We Touch" Because we could all sing it to each other and dance on stage than the rest of the group would join us singing "Rehab" ! Im super excited because these songs were so fast pace so we were doing very hard cerography. Then I heard Finn outside grabbed my bag kissed my dad and ran out.
"Hey Rach, Are you just as excited as me?" Finn asked kissing my check
"Yep! We picked out our dresses yesterday!" I said
"....What do they look like...?" Finn asked curiously
"There Red with a strap going across one arm and there short but flowy so we can dance! Trust me Finn you'll LOVE it" I said reassuring him
"Im sure I'll love anything you wear!" Finn said
We walked into Glee and Mr. Shue came in a little late.
"Hey Mr. Shue why so late!" Kurt asked
"Well I just talked Mr. Figgins into letting you guys miss a couple of your classes today so you can practice for tomorrow!" He said
"Really, and he said yes!" Mercedes Said
"Yeah, it took a lot of convincing!" Mr. Shue said
"Good thing its and A-day because I'll miss Math Class!" Finn said
"That's NOT a good thing Finn!" I said slapping his arm
"Maybe not for you, but for me it is!" He said kissing me check
"Whatever Finn Hudson!" I said rolling my eyes
"Alright so lets make our way to the Auditorium and start practicing." Mr. Shue said and we all jumped up, walking out the door.
Finn, Quinn,Puck and I all walked behind everyone else talking about tomorrow and the party on Saturday to celebrate.
"So Are you parents going to be home?" Puck asked
"Nope, they said I could have a party with the Glee club and everyone could sleepover." I said
"So I can break into the alcohol cabinet?" Puck asked
"I don't know." I said
"Comeon Rach, I put it all back last time..." Puck said
"Okay, Maybe" I said
"What Really, Rach?" Finn said
"I don't know?" I said
"What the Hell Finn! dont talk her out of this!" Puck said slapping Finn
"True, I mean Rachel does get clingy when shes drunk!" Finn said winking
"That's gross" Quinn chimned in
We had practiced for about 2 hours and everyone had the dances down and were ready to get out of glee because we were all tired of singing and dancing.
"Guys, If we practice for 30 more minutes ill let you guys skip glee practice today after school!" Mr. Shue said
"What No!" Some People said
"Guys, were already doing it now and already tired and sweaty we might as well crank out another 30 minutes and then well get to go home early tonight and miss more class!" I said
"True" Everyone agreed nodding there head
"And plus, Finn, Rachel Puck and I are doing more work than you guys!" Quinn said
"From the Top!" Mr. Shue said and we all groaned
The day was Finally over and Finn, Puck, Sam and Quinn were over and we were watching movies and resting because we were all SO tired.
"Hey, You two should go put on your dresses!" Finn said
"You want to Quinn?" I asked
"Yeah!" She said
Quinn was staying at my house for a week because her mom had to go visit a sick friend and Quinn was always allowed to stay with me because most of the time by parents were gone and I would stay at her house.
"These dresses are so cute, I can defiantly wear it again!" Quinn said looking at ourselves in the mirror
"Let's Go Downstairs!" I said
We walked down the stairs and into the living room to ask the boys opinion.
"What do you guys think?" Quinn said getting there attention
"Wow, they look really good! Better than last years!" Finn said
"Yeah, I have to agree I think you both look really good in Red!" Puck said
"Yes, these dresses really are nice the color is eye popping to, so well standout" Sam Said
"Um, yeah..." Quinn said
"Yeah, you guys sound like Kurt....." I said laughing
"Your Right, Lets get back to Halo DUDES!" Puck said fist pounding the others
"Oh god, what have we gotten ourselves into with these boys?" Quinn asked
"I have no clue Quinn, no clue!" I said
We came back down and it was getting late so we all said our goodnights and the guys left and said they would pick us up tomorrow.
I woke up with a big smile on my face when I realized today was Regionals!
"Quinn, wake up!" I said jumping on the bed
"Rach, shut up and go back to sleep! Its 5 o'clock!" She said falling back asleep
"Sorry Quinn, forgot you don't like to get up as early as me!" I said
Normally Quinn would sleep in the guest room but she fell asleep on my bed when we were talking last night. I wake up at 5 o'clock so I have time to work out and take a shower! And I forgot Quinn gets up at 6. God only knows what shell do to me when she wakes up!
She finally woke up at 6 o'clock and then I got a text from Finn.
"Hey Babe I woke up early this morning because im so excited to sing with you today, hope I didn't wake you. Actually your probably awake....okay love you!" - F
"IM UP AND SO EXCITED! CAN YOU TELL? Love You Too! And I cant wait to sing with you today also!" - R
"I can tell babe, I can tell..." - F
Reading that text made me laugh and Smile. Poor Finn he has to put up with my crazy for the REST of his life. He better get over it now!
When Quinn and I were eating Breakfast my dads walked in.
"Good morning Rach, Good Moring Quinn!" My dads said
"Good morning!" We both said at the same time than laughed about it
"Are you girls excited!" My daddy said sitting down trying to get all the details he could because he always did.
"Yes, Very! And im excited for the PARTY!" I said
"Yeah, don't get WAY to crazy with that! Or you know who over there will kill me!" he said pointing to my dad
"I heard that..." My dad said and we laughed
"It wont be TO crazy!" I said
"It better not be, Were going to have to head out now for 4 days so good luck text us after the competition and I love you!" My dad said kissing my forehead
"Love you too!" I said as they walked out of the door, and I sat back down eating my breakfast again
"Oh And Rachel!" My dad said walking back in the house "You know... er, if you need anything, like "You Know" Stuff, check your bathroom drawer. I bought you some stuff.." My dad said awkwardly then leaving the house again.
"Um, okay that was super awkward and gross!" Quinn said "What do you think it is?"
"I think we both know EXACTLY what it is." I said standing up and washing my plate as my face turned red.
"GROSS!" Quinn said
"Well its better they buy it for me so I don't have to make that awkward trip to the store and buy it myself!" I said
"Very, true!" Quinn said
"Come On I hear Finn!" I said
We walked outside and saw Finn and Puck already in Finns truck.
"Hey Ladies!" Puck said winking at us and I kissed him on the check and hopped in to see Finn.
I kissed Finn passionately because it looked like Quinn and Puck were just going to stand in my driveway and make-out so we had some time.
"Why, hello there darling!" Finn said breathless "Hows my princess?"
"Excellent now that im with you, sorry I just really wanted that kiss." I said smiling
"You can have that kiss anytime you want!" Finn said rubbing my check.
"Alright Puck! Get your hand OUT of her shirt! Can we please just go to school with making any babies on the way!" I called out to the two lovebirds
Then Noah flashed me the bird and Yelled "Shut Up Berry!" Continuing to kiss her.
"Hit the Gas!" I said looking at Finn
"What but there not in the car!" He said
"Just go, we have to prove them a point! You cant mess with Rachel Berry!" I said
He turned on the car and backed out of the driveway and Quinn and Puck ran after us yelling.
"Okay Stop!" I said laughing "Let them catch up to us!"
"Alright" He said stopping the car looking back at them walking towards us but they were still far away.
"We have some spare time I see" Finn said crashing his lips to mine until finally they caught up to us.
"Not Cool Man!" Puck said sliding in the car
"Well you took to damn long Noah!" I said
"Lets just get to school!" Quinn said complaining
We got to school and saw the Busses lining up outside the school for Regionals. We got really excited and relieved they didn't leave without us because we were 10 minutes late. Thanks to Quinn and Puck.
We walked up to the bus and Mr. Shue ran up to us!
"Where were you guys! We were supposed to leave 15 minutes ago!" He said
"Sorry, We had little Problem!" Puck said
"Yeah, you TWO wouldn't stop making out!" Finn said Pointing at them
"Just Get on the bus!" Mr. Shue said rolling his eyes
We got there after about at 45 minute drive of us all sleeping and listening to our ipods. I was so happy when I saw the big stage and it brought back good memories of nationals and when Finn kissed me on the stage. Since then we agreed a kiss on the check or a hug would be JUST fine.
"Alright Girls Go get changed and Then the guys will get changed after!" Mr. Shue said
"When are we going on stage?" Mercedes said holding Sams hand
"Last!" He said
"YES!" We all said. Going last seemed to always bring luck to us.
We finished getting ready then went to the crowd to watch "Oral Intensity" Perform "Hello, Goodbye" Which was nowhere as good as we had done it. Then we went against "Vocal Extreme" and they sang an original song, but TRUST me when I say it was NOT good at all. The song was about peeling different types of Fruit. I really didn't understand how they made it to Regionals.
"Okay, go take your places Backstage Guys, Goodluck youll do amazing!" Mr. Shue said
Quinn, Puck, Finn and I took our places behind the curtain like Finn and I did during faithfully. It was Quinn and I on one side and Puck and Finn on the other side. We did it like that so we could sing to eachother. First Finn and I would go out and sing the first couple of lines then Puck and Quinn would come out and join us as we made our way to the stage.
Finn walked over to me and said "Break A leg"
"I love you" I said kissing him before he walked back
"Last but Not Least we have the New Directions from William High McKinley!" The announcer said and our music started.
Me and Finn stepped out of the room looking at eachother with as much love as we had singing the first lines
I still hear your voice, when you sleep next to me.
I still feel your touch in my dreams.
Forgive me my weakness, but I don't know why.
Without you it's hard to survive.
Then Puck and Quinn came out Right behind us singing the next lines with us as we all looked at eachother and smiled making our way to the stage.
Cause everytime we touch, I get this feeling.
And everytime we kiss I swear I can fly.
Can't you feel my heart beat fast, I want this to last.
Need you by my side.
We made our way to the stage and started our dance. Everything was going great and the crowd was on their feet cheering and dancing.
Cause everytime we touch, I feel this static.
And everytime we kiss, I reach for the sky.
Can't you hear my heart beat so
I can't let you go.
Want you in my life.
Your arms are my castle, your heart is my sky.
They wipe away tears that I cry.
The good and the bad times, we've been through them all.
You make me rise when I fall.
Cause everytime we touch, I get this feeling.
And everytime we kiss I swear I can fly.
Can't you feel my heart beat fast, I want this to last.
Need you by my side.
Cause everytime we touch, I feel this static.
And everytime we kiss, I reach for the sky.
Can't you hear my heart beat so
I can't let you go.
Want you in my life
All 4 of us were holding hands looking out on the crowd smiling and finishing up the song.
Cause everytime we touch, I get this feeling.
And everytime we kiss I swear I can fly.
Can't you feel my heart beat fast, I want this to last.
Need you by my side
The song Ended and everyone was clapping as the rest of the club came out to the stage and Finn hugged me, and Quinn and Puck hugged.
"Ladies and Gentlemen Were the New Directions" I said Walking back to stand with the rest of the group.
The music started and we all started the dance.
Santana took most of the lead on this song but we all sang equal amounts of it.
They tried to make me go to rehab, I said, "No, no, no"
Yes, I've been black but when I come back you'll know, know, know
I ain't got the time and if my daddy thinks I'm fine
He's tried to make me go to rehab, I won't go, go, go
I'd rather be at home with Ray
I ain't got seventeen days
'Cause there's nothing, there's nothing you can teach me
That I can't learn from Mr. Hathaway
I didn't get a lot in class
But I know we don't come in a shot glass
They tried to make me go to rehab, I said, "No, no, no"
Yes, I've been black but when I come back you'll know know know
I ain't got the time and if my daddy thinks I'm fine
He's tried to make me go to rehab, I won't go, go, go
The man said, "Why do you think you here?"
[From: . ]
I said, "I got no idea"
I'm gonna, I'm gonna lose my baby
So I always keep a bottle near
He said, "I just think you're depressed
Kiss me, yeah baby and go rest"
They tried to make me go to rehab, I said, "No, no, no"
Yes, I've been black but when I come back you'll know, know, know
I don't ever wanna drink again
I just, ooh, I just need a friend
I'm not gonna spend ten weeks
Have everyone think I'm on the mend
And it's not just my pride
It's just 'til these tears have dried
They tried to make me go to rehab, I said, "No, no, no"
Yes, I've been black but when I come back you'll know, know, know
I ain't got the time and if my daddy thinks I'm fine
He's tried to make me go to rehab, I won't go, go, go
When we finished everyone was jumping up and down clapping and we all took a bow. We walked off the stage and went to the back.
"Guys, that was beyond perfect! You guys did AMAZING!" He said
We all sat around and talked about it waiting for the announcer to call us out. We all did amazing jobs and I knew that we had a really good chance at winning for sure.
"Alright, New Directions Would you come out to the stage!" The guy came in.
"Okay Kids lets go win this thing!" Mr. Shue said
We stood on the stage waiting for them to announce the winner when a lady walked up the steps with an envelope.
The 2012 Runner Ups for this years Regionals is "Oral Intensity!"
We all smiled and clapped relived that we didn't get second place. And happy because we were pretty positive we won.
"The moment you've been waiting for The 2012 Ohio State Winners of this Years Regionals is...."NEW DIRECTIONS!"
We All freaked out jumping up and down screaming and hugging and crying because we were truly so blessed and thankful we won.
"Congratulations, you will be moving on to Nationals in L.A. California!" The Lady said handing us the trophy.
The whole group made it back to the bus still screaming and freaking out that we won and get another chance at Nationals.
"Im so proud of you guys!" Mr. Shue stated smiling As we all got on the bus.
"Whoo hoo!" We heard all the kids cheering
"Tomorrow night well celebrate right! PARTY!" I said and everyone was cheering.
I was so happy to be apart of something special, something I belonged in, something I truly loved. Glee Club.
