Unlikely Star

Previously Unaired Christmas

*A/N: Hey everyone! First, I just wanted to say a quick thank you for reading! I can't believe we're almost at 5,000 views! Also, just as a note, since this episode takes place earlier in the year during Christmastime, reminder that Mallory and Sam are not together. Enjoy the chapter!*

Another year, another holiday season. And this year, getting gifts and putting them under the tree was the least of my concerns. First off, the New Directions was currently out of the running for Regionals since we all left the stage mid-performance, which now thinking about it, was a messed up rule. I think we had a right to be concerned as a team for Marley's health. Someone should check when that rule was put into place. I wouldn't be surprised if Sue had something to do with the input of the rule and Marley's collapse.

Second off, I had Sebastian, who had just confessed his possible thoughts for starting a relationship with me. Obviously, my mind, gut, heart, and everything else in my body was telling me not to indulge in this little fantasy Sebastian had created in my head. But something else, possibly my conscience, was telling me to give it a try. Maybe it could be fun and exciting. But putting all that aside, it probably would never work out since he will most likely move on to someone new next week.

Gathering in the choir room, everyone was all done up in their winter attire, which could possibly be my favorite part of winter. Whenever I thought my outfit was garbage, I could throw on a heavy jacket or scarf, and it could cure all imperfections. Mr. Schue was at the front, writing, "GREEN CHRISTMAS" across the whiteboard.

"We're going green you guys."

Our small celebration was cut short by Unique's protests. "I refuse to give up my wig and weave-aerosolized luster spray!"

"You're okay Unique. This year's theme for the 50th Annual McKinley Classroom Decorating Contest is... Green is Good. Alright, Sam, Tina."

Tina and Sam pushed their way towards the front, announcing, "Well as seniors, Mr. Schue has asked us to take over the decorating committee this year, so we're going to need everyone's help in order to win this thing." I would've been sad about not getting chosen for the committee, but seeing how Tina works while in charge of organizing something, I would be happy with just letting her make all the decisions and going where she wants me to.

"Oh and we will win, because the first prize is an antique glass angel, hand-blown thousands of years ago." Tina made it seem like we were all winning brand new cars. Now that I know the actual prize, it doesn't seem very 'work hard for prize'.

"This holy glass ornament is said to have magical powers to bring good luck, and possibly a boyfriend or prom queen dreams to whomever she overseas." Now Tina's got my attention. "And that person will be me." I guess my plans of gaining those magical powers were quickly squashed by Tina.

"Um, don't we all get to share the prize?"

"We are going au naturel this year. We're going to get L.E.D. lights, pine cones." What an interesting mix of things.

"Are we getting those from the L.E.D. bush in the back?" Kitty asked.

"This is exactly the kind of in-fighting that will make us lose, and I will not stand for it. Guys, this is serious! Cancel your plans for the rest of the month. I don't want to hear about any of you caroling in nursing homes or feeding the homeless, or giving toys to tots. Every waking thought will be spent figuring out how to win that stupid angel. Got it?!"

Tina gave us all a few seconds to process exactly what she demanded of us. I'm starting to think that Tina should stray away from careers requiring being a good leader. Or one talking to children. Or one interacting with other people at all.