Forever Intertwined | Sam Evans

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"Nationals." Mr. Schue said, causing everyone to cheer. It was 3 years in the making and Faith was really hoping she could be leaving the New Directions with the impact of a National Championship and leave High School with 2 National titles as her and the Cheerios won Nationals last week.

"Okay, song selection: We'll be kicking off our Vintage theme with the legendary Jim Steinman's Paradise by the Dashboard Light. Rachel will do the solo, It's All Coming Back to Me Now.'' Which seemed to boost Rachel's mood.

"And we'll be working in a new Treble Tones number, utilizing the talents of our featured performer, Porcelina Hummel." Sue added, making Faith's eyes widen as she looked at Kurt trying not to laugh.

"I'm sorry...Porcelina? I've always wanted a sister!" She said teasingly.

"Can it little hudson." The comeback from Kurt made Faith slump back into her seat. They were the same age. "And, not gonna happen, dragon lady.''

"Oh, you'll do as you're told, he/she. We will be performing What A Feeling, from Flashdance, and I'm familiar with the choreography, of course, because I was Jennifer Beals' dance double. And on that note, please look under your seats."

As everyone enjoyed their new props, Sam played with his helmet and looked at Faith.

"I am your father."

Faith laughed before answering.

"Darth Vader? I sure hope not." She said winking at Sam whose face instantly went red at her comment.

"A healthy dose of props, and our plucky transsexual Porcelina, and you are over the top.''

As everyone seemed a little uncertain, Mr. Schue chimed in.

"Guys, I've asked for Sue's help because she's a winner, and I'm not ashamed to admit this... I want to win. But there's not one person in that audience who will think we're anything but underdogs who would be lucky to place in Nationals. We didn't even make the top ten last year. We've got one last week to come together and shake things up. If there's anyone here who is not up for trying and working their butts off, you should just get up right now and leave."

Seemingly following Mr. Schues instructions, Tina crossed her arms and started walking out of the room. Her actions didn't seem to go unnoticed by the group, Finn asking her where she was going.

"Tina, you don't understand. I need this." Rachel complained.

"Because you blew an audition? That's not a reason for you to get a solo at Nationals. Maybe the rest of us would like one, too." She responded.

"Tina, Rachel is a senior." Mike tried to compromise with his girlfriend.

"So are you but you can bet the only thing you'll be doing is a dance break with Brittany or Faith. Other people matter." Faith nodded slightly, understanding Tina's frustration.

"Tina, you may not always get all the solos, but you are a key player. I put you in charge of costumes.'' Faith rolled her eyes at Mr. Schues dense comment.

"Wow! Like that's some prize." She responded sarcastically. "You want props to move around? Well, I'm a human prop, and I'm sick of it!"

"Take a lap and cool down, Asian Number one." Sue said.

"My name is Tina. Tina Cohen-Chang."

As she stormed out with Mike on her heel, Sue was quick to make a comment.

"Isn't she the one who used to stutter?"

Before the room could get any more uncomfortable, the bell rang and Faith quickly grabbed Sam's hand and made their way out to their next class.