Hey, y'all! So I'm finally updating this story. I am really really thrilled with the response to the first chapter. :D I know this isn't that great, but I needed to get the ball rolling and I was kinda at a loss for where to start it. Plus it's been a month since I've updated, so I wanted to give you guys something. So it's my birthday today, I'm 16! So a review would be a super awesome birthday present. ;)

DISCLAIMER: I do not own Glee! Buuut like I said it's my birthday, so maybe… :P

"You ready to get back to school, Princess?" Puck and Rachel were at the Lima music store searching for the perfect song to sing at the first Glee club meeting of the year- at Rachel's insistence of course.

"I guess. I'm looking forward to resuming my studies and getting back to Glee club, but I'm sad that our summer is over. I've really enjoyed getting to know you again and restoring our close relationship we had when we were younger. I'm also not really looking forward to my daily slushy facial and the constant ridicule I know to expect." Puck grimaced and started to apologize yet again only to be interrupted by the now rambling Rachel. "And I know what you're going to say. You're going to apologize again and I'm going to tell you again that all has been forgiven. We've put the past behind us and I hope that's where it's going to stay." When she saw that Puck was about to interject, Rachel continued, "No, don't say anything. I'm not gonna rehash this with you again, okay? Done. Finite. No more." Rachel smiled and continued searching for proper Glee sheet music.

"You know I'll make sure the other guys don't mess with you this year. And if they do then they'll have to answer to me. I can't do much about the girls though," Puck said regretfully.

"Noah, I appreciate that very much, but I don't want you to become a target as well, when you've worked so hard to get where you are."

"No, Rach. I am going to make up for all the crap I've put you through the past couple of years. No arguing," Puck said firmly. "Hey! What about this?" Puck picked up some sheet music and handed it to Rachel.

"Ooohh. Jack Johnson's 'Breakdown'! I love this song." Rachel smiled and immediately took the piece up to the cashier. When the sheet music was bagged and paid for, Rachel grabbed Puck's hand and dragged him out of the store. When they got to Puck's truck, Puck opened the door for Rachel and then went around to get in on his side.

"Back to your house?" he questioned. Rachel nodded and they began the drive to her house. After the 15 minute drive, they arrived at the Berry household. Rachel unlocked the door and went in followed closely by Puck. "Hello, Mr. Berry and Mr. Berry." Puck greeted. The Berry men nodded in greeting. At first the Berry men were skeptical and wary of Puck's return, but after seeing how happy Rachel was to have him back, they eventually warmed up to him.

Rachel and Puck made their way down to the Berry's basement. "Okay, so let's start work on this song. Alright?" Puck chuckled at Rachel's enthusiasm and grabbed a guitar to start working on the song.

2 weeks later; First Day of School: Junior year

"Good morning, my hot Jewish princess." Puck greeted as she walked in the door. "What's your class schedule?"

Rachel stopped to search in her bag for her class schedule and Puck stopped with her. "I have English 1st period, Spanish 2nd period, Free Period is my third period, lunch, Calculus 4th period, Home Economics 5th period, and Chemistry 6th period. What do you have?"

"I've got Spanish, Free Period, and Chemistry with you," Puck replied. "I'll walk you to English and then see you for Spanish?"

"Sounds good," Rachel smiled. "But you really don't have to walk me to class, Noah. I'll be fine."

"No, it's all good, Rach. More time to spend with you." Puck smiled back at Rachel. "So how are you and Finnegan?" Puck questioned.

"Um, we're okay. I'm not sure where he is. I've already checked his class schedule and I have English and Home Economics with him. He was supposed to walk with me to class today and we were supposed to have a date yesterday afternoon, but I don't know where he was this morning and he called me yesterday and canceled our date. I haven't heard from him since. " Rachel shrugged as if it was no big deal, but Puck could tell that it really bothered her.

"Hey, Finn's an idiot. He's not the brightest guy around, so he may need a push in the right direction. But I've been friends with him since we were 4. He can be a good guy, he's just not too smart. He's lucky to have you and I'm sure he knows that, but I don't want you forgetting it. You hear me?" Puck stressed.

"I know. Sometimes I need to be reminded though, so thank you, Noah," Rachel said gratefully.

"You're welcome, Princess," Puck laughed. "And now, your highness, we have arrived at our destination. So I will bid you farewell for now and I will see you soon." Rachel giggled and thanked him and walked into her class. As he watched her walk off, Puck couldn't help but think of how glad he was for Rachel's forgiveness. He hadn't realized how much he missed her until he started hanging out with her again. Puck shook his head at himself. He never would have thought that he would be friends with Rachel again, but here he was. BRRIINNGG. Puck jumped. "Shit!" Puck cursed under his breath and hurried off to class.

Review for my birthday? :D Please?