A/N: Welcome Back to another installment of "Help me Remember". Usually I don't start off my stories with drama, but had to set the stage for Puckleberry getting together. Even though my OTP is Smytheberry, I've always harbored a weakness for Puckleberry. I always loved how Rachel was able to bring out the sweet side to Puck. He was willing to give up football for her,.as opposed to Finn. Finn was embarrassed to walk down the hallway with Rachel on his arm, but Puck wasn't. It always amazed me how he was so quick to forgive Quinn for all she put him through but got upset about Noah and even Brody.

On to our story....

Disclaimer : I own nothing but storyline.

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Puck searched all over school and was about to give up until he heard someone crying in the bleachers. Same spot where they had broken up last year. Sure he spent years teasing Rachel and tossing slushies in her face. But that was until he started realizing he had feelings for the pint size Diva, and before he knew what it felt like when someone threw one at him Badass Puckerster. Those things chill to the bone. Rachel helped him when she didn't need to. And.she forgave him.Finn was an idiot. He treated Rachel like crap, but put Quinn on a pedestal even though she cheated, lied and almost pinned her pregnancy on Him. Well Finn's loss is about to become Puck's gain.

Puck would be lying if he said Rachel's tears didn't make his heart ache. He wanted to wrap his arms around her and make her forget everything. Forget Finn or Quinn. And give him a chance. And did he, Puck, become such a softie? Damn the things this woman has changed in his life.

*sniffling*

Puck: Rach?

Rachel: Noah, please leave me alone, please.

Noah: Sorry can't do that. My mom would kick my ass if she knew I walked aww from you.

Rachel: I wouldn't hold it against you. I don't want to destroy your reputation or friendships anymore then I already have.

Puck: You didn't do anything. We both kissed and wasn't right, BUT he is a hypocrite since he had sex with Santana and lied, and cheating with Quinn. He never deserved you. In case you haven't noticed, I never stopped caring. I'm always here for you.

Rachel: You told me we were never friends.

Puck: Because we were more than friends.

Rachel: I don't know Noah, it is too soon.

Puck: No pressure, but just remember you have options. And one main one is me. Sure I was a manwhore and a damn good one. But, I'm willing to give it up for you.

Rachel: I don't know what to say....

Puck: You don't have to say a word. Let me just show you.

Puck leaned in, and despite herself, Rachel leaned in as well.

Puck tenderly kissed Rachel. Rachel began to kiss back until she realized what she was doing, "I'm sorry Puck. I cant do this. "

Puck backed away and nodded sadly. "How about I give you a ride home?" he.offered.

Rachel: I would love that.

Puck grabbed her hand and led her to her locker. As.they reached her locker, Puck was annoyed to find Finn and Quinn already making out near the lockers. He wanted to punch Finn. Screw them trying to repair their friendship. He wasted no time showing off Quinn, but was embarrassed by Rachel.

Finn was kissing Quinn, and made a sarcastic comment as Rachel passed.

Finn: Wow the whore Berry wasted no time did she.

Puck: Hang on Rach. You know what Hudson, you were my boy but you are a real douchebag at times.

Quinn: What are you doing with Man hands? Trying to make me jealous?

Puck: No thanks I don't want someone else's sloppy seconds. Never know what you will catch. And I feel sorry for Evans who gave you a promise ring and all.

Finn: Don't talk to her like that.

Puck: Keep your comments towards Rachel to yourself. And keep PDAs away from me.

Puck walked back to Rachel, put his arm around her and kissed her forehead. "Let's get out of here okay?"

Rachel had tears in her eyes as she tried to avoId the image of Fuinn.

Rachel walked past Finn who tried to grab her arm, but Puck punched Finn.

Finn: This isn't over Rach.

Puck: Yes it is, Hudson.

Rachel: Thank you, Noah.

Puck:"Anytime Beautiful.

Rachel: Do.. Do you want to come over? My dads are out of town.

Puck: I thought you would never ask.

Puck helped Rachel into his truck and drove to her.house.

When they reached her house, Puck followed her inside and pushed her gently against the door and kissed her. Continuing where they had left off back at school.

Rachel led him to the couch, and kissed him.and at first she was worried this was a rebound, but realized she always harbored feelings for Puck as well as Finn.

Puck: So Berry, do you want to give us a go?

Rachel: We will take it slowly. Post breakup and all.

Puck: I'll wait for you. I never thought I would ever.say that.

Rachel: I'm rubbing off on you.

Puck: I've got something you can rub, baby.

Rachel: And Puckerman, the Perv, is back.

Puck: He never left.

Rachel leaned in and kissed him again that led to a full on makeout session, but Rachel pulled back before things went too far.

Rachel: I'm sorry, Noah, I want you but not ready yet.

Puck: I'll wait forever for you....

Rachel smiled and snuggled in his arms. "Stay the night? I hate being here alone".

Puck: I'll protect you, Rach. *kiss*

One way or another Puck was going to make Finn a memory and he will become her present and future.

 (Puck)

Life is full of lots of up and downs
 But the distance feels further
 When it's headed for the ground
 And there's nothing more painful
 Then to let your feelings take you down

It's so hard to know the way you feel inside
 When there's many thoughts and feelings that you hide
 But you might feel better
 If you let me walk with you by your side

And when you need a shoulder to cry on
 When you need a friend to rely on
 When the whole world is gone
 You won't be alone 'cause I'll be there

(Rachel)

I'll be your shoulder to cry on
 I'll be there, I'll be your friend to rely on
 When the whole world's gone
 You won't be alone 'cause I'll be there

All of the times when everything is wrong
 And you're feeling like there's no use going on
 You can't give it up, I'll help you work it out
 And carry on

(Puck)

Side by side with you till the end
 I'll always be the one to firmly hold your hand
 No matter what is said or done
 Our love will always continue on

(Both)

Everyone needs a shoulder to cry on
 Everyone needs a friend to rely on
 When the whole world is gone
 You won't be alone 'cause I'll be there

(Puck)

I'll be your shoulder to cry on
 I'll be there, I'll be your friend to rely on
 When the whole world's gone
 You won't be alone 'cause I'll be there

(Rachel)

You'll have my shoulder to cry on
 I'll be there, I'll be the one to rely on
 When the whole world's gone

(Puck)
 You won't be alone 'cause I'll be there
 And when the whole world's gone
 You'll always have my shoulder to cry on

Puck laid down onto her bed, and cuddled with Rachel, kissing her deeply.

(A/N:Tommy Page - A Shoulder To Cry On )

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