*Rachel's POV* It was hard for a few months... After I left, I focused on my career fully. That's what he told me to do. Finn set me free, making me chase my dreams with just a "Goodbye" and an "I love you" to go on... It made me think of how much he loved me. It's been almost a year since I've spoken to him. I was really depressed for a while. I did my best to keep in touch, but my schedule was full and I just couldn't. So, we lost contact. I haven't even tried to call or text. I'm ashamed, but I've finally found my way. I know where I belong, and I know that it's possible to find my own way. He let me go for a reason... Everything happens for a reason, right? I believe that. I would lie awake at night thinking about him. Thinking and hoping he hadn't found someone better... that he hadn't forgot about us and just threw it all away. I knew he wouldn't do that to me... He couldn't. But, my thoughts got the best of me. Finally after such loneliness, I relented. Brody was a friend from work... He'd asked me out to dinner several times, but I'd said no. Finally, about 4 months after I'd lost contact with Finn, I agreed. He's a really nice guy. And thinking that Finn's found another girlfriend, I wasn't doing any harm. So, we started dating. I'm happy now, and he makes me feel loved again.
*No one's POV*
Brody: You ready?
Rachel: Yeah. Hold on just a minute!
Brody: Are you excited for our picnic today?
Rachel: So much! I can't wait!
Brody: I can't believe that we're finally back in New York...
Rachel: I know, I haven't been here in forever!
Brody: Are you going back to school?
Rachel: I don't know... I have to think about it. But, I'm ready, so let's go!
Brody: Ok, I'll go get the car.
*At the park*
Rachel: Ok, well do you want to eat?
Brody: Sure, I'm starving!
Rachel: Me too!
*They eat...*
Brody: So, I have to tell you something...
Rachel: Ok, shoot...
Brody: I was asked to audition for another show..
Rachel: That's great!
Brody: Wait, you're not pissed?
*Rachel's POV* I suddenly remember... Finn said that to me once while we were in high school. The thought of him makes my throat burn.
Rachel: No! I'm not mad...
Brody: Well, I love you... so nothing's gonna change. We can keep it just the way it is now.
Rachel: That's fine... *kisses him, but her phone buzzes* Ooh... let me get that.
*Rachel's POV* I get my phone out... Oh god, this has to be a mistake... It says one new message from Finn Hudson... It says "Look up..." So, I follow the directions. I look up, and he's standing there staring at me. He has a stroller and a girl standing next to him... I can't believe this... No, please. This can't be happening. I was fine. All at once, I'm right back where I was 8 months ago... except this time, it's 100 times worse.
