CLOUD NINE | GLEE • OC X OC | ON HOLD

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"SO, I WAS THINKING-" Ivory started as her and Luke walked into the choir room.

"Uh oh, that's never a good thing." He joked with a goofy smile on his face.

"Shut up." She slapped his arm. "But really, I was thinking that you and I can take Avery out trick or treating this year since your parents both have to work."

"Yeah, we can do that." He wrapped his arm around the back of her chair when they sat down. Ivory pushed her body into his, relaxing into his embrace.

"Great news, guys." The two were interrupted by Mr. Schue walking in. I've had a little inspiration. This week's musical lesson isn't really a lesson. It's a musical." Mr. Schue announced.

"Please be Evita. Please be Evita." Rachel begged.

"Rocky Horror."

"Mr. Schue? While I admire your choice of the groundbreaking 70s musical, aren't you worried the adult themes might be a point of controversy?" Rachel asked.

"Seriously. A school in Texas couldn't even do Rent. Caused an outrage, and they had to cancel the show." Kurt agreed.

"Isn't that the whole point of the arts? Pushing boundaries, doing things people say you can't for the sake of self-expression? Look, I got it all figured out. I cut some of the more risqué sections, and I'm sending home permission slips to all your parents. And we are going to charge admission and use the proceeds to help pay for transportation to nationals in New York." Mr. Schue explained. "Okay. Let's talk casting."

"Oh. Finn and I will play Brad and Janet." Rachel started.

"And I'll be playing the guy in the wheelchair, right?" Artie questioned.

"That's what I was thinking. And I thought Kurt could play the role of Frank-N-Furter." Mr. Schue suggested.

"No. There is no way I'm playing a transvestite in high heels and fishnets and wearing lipstick." Kurt shook his head.

"Why? Because that look was last season?" Santana asked.

"I'll do it." Mike chimed in.

"Really? That's like the male lead." Tina looked at him.

"I know, but I'm feeling a little more confident about my singing voice after our duet project." Mike smiled.

"Great. I have no problem with that. Now, we're a little short on female roles so we're gonna have to double up on Columbias and Magentas." Mr. Schue said.

"It's standard practice on Broadway. It'll preserve your voices." Rachel chimed in.

"I'd like to preserve you in a jar in a basement." Mercedes said, making everyone chuckle.

"You can use mine." Ivory joked, looking at Mercedes.

"Sam, I'd like you to play the role of the creature." Mr. Schue continued.

"From the Black Lagoon?" Sam guessed.

"No. Rocky. He's the so-called Frankenstein character, but he's blond. You'll kill the part." Quinn explained. "He's cute, like you." She whispered.

"Better start working on those abs." Santana teased.

"Are you kidding me? You could cut glass with these babies. I have no problem showing off my body." Sam looked over at Quinn.

"Ivory, Luke." Mr. Schue brought their attention away. "I want you two to help choreograph the numbers. Make sure everyone knows their parts."

Once the duo both agreed, Mr. Schue smiled, "Looks like we got a show!"