A/N: Hello everyone. I am so sorry I haven't been updating as much. I have been having some ongoing health issues. I'll try to update soon. I decided to add some Samchel moments to the story. If you have read any of my stories you know I always add a little drama but rest assure Smytheberry is endgame. I may eventually write another Samchel story. I have one as a draft called "My wish" but I'll wait until this story is completed because it's hard to write 2-3 stories at once.And if you enjoy my previous Samchel stories and if you the readers want more Samchel. Can't wait to the upcoming Samchel kiss.

Disclaimer: I do not own Glee, characters, or songs used.

Happy Reading

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It had been a week since Rachel had seen Sebastian. Date night was memorable and Rachel thought she and Sebastian were making progress with their relationship. She had loved Finn, but she always had a strong bond with Sebastian. She wants to continue to pursue and see if they could make it last.

Rachel walked into the Auditorium and saw Blaine trying to teach Sam the piano. She knew how to play, but Blaine was an amazing piano guy. A modern day Billy Joel. It was strange to see Sam at the piano because he was so attached to his guitar.

There was a moment in New York where she thought that there was something between she & Sam. She was helping him get his modeling career started and she felt a spark. Then Mercedes came back and he pursued Mercedes again. She admits, it hurt because she never had a real chance to explore a relationship with Sam further. Out of guilt because of Finn,Mercedes, and timing wasn't right. And now she was with Sebastian. And what the hell Rachel?! Why is Sam suddenly on her mind. Samchel vs Smytheberry? She thought to self.

Sam was playing a familiar tune, and Rachel approached the stage.

Blaine: Hey Rach!

Sam: Rachel, Blaine is helping me with the piano.

Rachel: I see that, and Blaine is an amazing teacher.

Blaine: I've got somewhere to be, but maybe Rachel can help.

Rachel: I'd love to.

Sam: Awesome and maybe sing with me?

Rachel: Samchel duet? I'd love to.

Blaine: See you guys soon.

Sam and Rachel: Bye Blaine!

Blaine left shortly after, and Rachel took a seat next to Sam.

Sam: So how are things with Sebastian?

Rachel: We're doing well, and you and Cedes?

Sam: She's still a virgin and we're still not together.

Rachel: Give it time Sam. Do you ever think of what might've happened with us?

Sam: Are you asking if I felt anything?

Rachel: You don't have to answer. It's not like anything happened.

Sam: I did feel sparks and it surprised me and I felt guilty because of Finn. But definitely there was sparks.

Rachel : Ahem *cough* well let's work on the song.

Sam began playing Vanessa Carlton's"A Thousand Miles",

"A Thousand Miles"

(Rachel)
Making my way downtown
 Walking fast
 Faces pass
 And I'm home bound

(Sam)

 Staring blankly ahead
 Just making my way
 Making a way
 Through the crowd

(Sam)

 And I need you

(Rachel)
 And I miss you

(Both)
 And now I wonder....

 If I could fall
 Into the sky
 Do you think time
 Would pass me by
 'Cause you know I'd walk
 A thousand miles
 If I could
 Just see you
 Tonight

(Rachel)

 It's always times like these
 When I think of you
 And I wonder
 If you ever
 Think of me

(Sam)

 'Cause everything's so wrong
 And I don't belong
 Living in your
 Precious memory

(both)

 'Cause I need you
 And I miss you
 And now I wonder....

(both)

 If I could fall
 Into the sky
 Do you think time
 Would pass me by
 'Cause you know I'd walk
 A thousand miles
 If I could
 Just see you
 Tonight

(both)

 And I, I
 Don't want to let you know
 I, I
 Drown in your memory
 I, I
 Don't want to let this go
 I, I
 Don't....

(Sam)

 Making my way downtown
 Walking fast
 Faces pass
 And I'm home bound

(Rachel)

 Staring blankly ahead
 Just making my way
 Making a way
 Through the crowd

(both)

 And I still need you
 And I still miss you
 And now I wonder....

(Sam)

 If I could fall
 Into the sky

(Rachel)
 Do you think time
 Would pass us by

(Both)
 'Cause you know I'd walk
 A thousand miles
 If I could
 Just see you...

(Both)

 If I could fall
 Into the sky
 Do you think time
 Would pass me by
 'Cause you know I'd walk
 A thousand miles
 If I could
 Just see you
 If I could
 Just hold you
 Tonight

Before both could stop it, Rachel and Sam gazed into each others' eyes and leaned into one another. Sam brushed his lips against Rachel's. There were sparks again, and definitely not like her kisses with Sebastian. Those kisses were more intense and felt like home.

Sam: I'm sorry Rachel I don't know what happened. I still love Mercedes. But I have always felt something with you too. I'm confused. And you're with Sebastian.

??: That's right Trouty. She's with me, what the hell is going on?!

Rachel: Sebastian what are you doing here?

Sebastian: First of all I can't believe you poached Jane?! After fighting for her, she tells me she's quitting to join New Directions?!

Rachel: It's not poaching,Jane came to me. It's not lil she was officially a Warbler. You have a full team plus dozens who would kill to join. Plus it is HER choice. As for me and Sam, we were rehearsing.

Sam: Should I go?

Sebastian: No..stay. Its obvious she's got feelings for both of us.

Rachel: Sebastian, its not that. Maybe there are sparks but I we were going to happen, it would've already. Timing isn't our side. I'm in love with YOU and he loves Mercedes.

Sebastian: And you Trouty?

Sam: I'm still confused but I know Rachel wants you.

Sebastian: Maybe timing isn't on our side either especially if we're in competition. Maybe we should take a break just until this competition is over with. So Sam, maybe you two should pursue each other. Get it out of your system. Then Rach, you decide who you truly want.

Rachel: Seb, wait-

Sebastian: I've got to go. See you soon, I guess. New Directions bring your A game because Warblers are going to bring it.

Sebastian quickly left, leaving a stunned Rachel and confused Sam.

Sam: I am so sorry Rachel.

Rachel: Its not your fault. But do you mind if i can be alone?

Sam: Sure Rach, and I'll be around I you need me. Um, do you mind if I try something?

Rachel: What is it?

Sam captured his lips with Rachel's, deepening their kiss.

Sam: This. Yep sparks are there. Whatever happens romantically or friendship wise, I'll be there.

Sam left, leaving Rachel fighting tears. She played the piano.

"I Just Can't Live A Lie" (A/N: Carrie Underwood)

(Rachel)

Lately nothing I do ever seems to please you
 And maybe turning my back would be that much easier
 Cause hurtful words are all that we exchange
 But I can't watch you walk away

 Can I forget about the way it feels to touch you?
 And all about the good times that we've been through
 Could I wake up without you every day?
 Would I let you walk away?

 No, I can't learn to live without
 And I can't give up on us now

[Chorus]
 Oh, I know I could say we're through
 And tell myself I'm over you
 But even if I made a vow
 I promise not to miss you now
 And try to hide the truth inside
 I'd fail cause I, I just can't live a lie

 Could I forget the look that tells me that you want me?
 And all the reasons that make loving you so easy
 The kiss that always makes it hard to breathe
 The way you know just what I mean

 No, I can't learn to live without
 Ohh, so don't you give up on us now

 Ohh, I know I could say we're through
 And tell myself I'm over you
 But even if I made a vow
 I promise not to miss you now
 And try to hide the truth inside
 I'd fail cause I, I just can't live a lie

 Ohh, and I don't wanna try

 Ohhhh, I know I could say we're through
 And tell myself I'm over you
 But even if I made a vow
 I promise not to miss you now
 And try to hide the truth inside
 I'd fail cause I, I just can't live a lie

 I just can't live a lie

 But even if I made a vow
 I promise not to miss you now
 And try to hide the truth inside
 I'd fail cause I, I just can't live a lie

 Oh, I cant live a lie [x2]

Rachel let tears flow, and whispered "Sebastian."

Meanwhile Sebastian got back to his car, slamming his fists on the dashboard. Seeing Rachel kiss Sam hurt like hell. He knows Rachel loves him, but obviously there was something between she and Sam.

Words I Couldn't Say" (A/N: Rascal Flatts)

(Sebastian)
In a book- in a box- in the closet
 In a line- in a song I once heard
 In a moment on a front porch late one june
 In a breath inside a whisper beneath the mooon

 There it was at the tip of my fingers
 There it was on the tip of my tounge
 There you were and I had never been that far
 There it was the whole world wrapped inside my arms
 And I let it all slip away

 What do I do now that you're gone
 No back up plan no second chance
 And no one else to blame
 All I can hear in the silence that remains
 Are the words I couldnt say

 Theres a rain that will never stop fallin
 There a wall that I tried to take down
 What I should have said just wouldnt pass my lips
 So I held back and now we've come to this
 And it too late now

 What do I do now that your gone
 No back up plan no second chance
 And no one else to blame
 All I can hear in the silence that remains
 Are the words I couldnt say

 What do I do now that your gone
 No back up plan no second chance
 And no one else to blame
 All I can hear in the silence that remains
 Are the words I couldnt say

Sebastian sat in his car, wiping tears, "Rachel."

Sam headed to his truck. What the hell was that? What were these butterflies for? He still loved Mercedes, but perhaps he always felt something for Rachel he never allowed himself to pursue. Damn women are confusing. He definitely felt sparks with Rachel. Pursue it not to pursue... Mercedes or Rachel... That kiss with Rachel felt right for sure Why did he want to again? He could be better than Sebastian.

"All I Have To Give" (A/N: BSB)

(Sam)
I don't know what he does to make you cry
 But I'll be there to make you smile
 I don't have a fancy car
 To get to you I'd walk a thousand miles
 I don't care if he buys you nice things
 Does his gifts come from the heart?
 I don't know
 But if you were my girl
 I'd make it so we'd never be apart

[Chorus:]
 But my love is all I have to give
 Without you I don't think I could live
 I wish I could give the world to you
 But love is all I have to give

 When you talk (when you talk) does it seem like he's not
 Even listening to a word you say?
 That's okay babe, just tell me your problems
 I'll try my best to kiss them all away
 Does he leave (does he leave) when you need him the most?
 Does his friends get all your time?
 Baby please
 I'm on my knees
 Praying for the day that you'll be mine

[Chorus]

[Bridge:]
 To you... (hey girl) hey girl, I don't want you to cry no more inside
 All the money in the world could never add up to all the love
 I have inside... I love you

 And I will give it to you
 All I can give, all I can give
 Everything I have is for you
 But love is all I have to give

[Chorus (3x)]

 But my love is all I have to give
 Without you I don't think I can live
 I wish I could give the world to you
 But love is all I have to give... to you

Sam sighed and typed a text to someone

?? 555-5555

You, me..dinner 7:00pm Friday night.

Sam

A few seconds later he received a text

To Sam,

I'd love to..see you soon...

Rachel *

Sam thought, just a dinner with a friend. No harm. All fair in love and war.

Sam touched his lips and smiled as he headed home. "Rachel".

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A/N: A little drama, but remember its Smytheberry still. Although I do love Samchel as well. ❤ Read & Review