What is Closer Than Family?

By: Constance Bass

Summary: What if Bart had married Eleanor instead of Lily? When Chuck and Blair find out that they are about to be related can they keep their passionate history a secret? Or will the truth come pouring out faster than Eleanor can say "I do"?

Chapter 1 - One Night of Danger

Well is there something you like about her? Yes, I like the way her body bends in half. Well is there something you love about her? No. There ain't no woman in this world I won't let go.

The night started out as any other as Blair spent hours getting ready for the Bass gala that was being held at the Palace. Bart Bass was known for holding an event at least once a month and each one grander than the last. While they became boring Blair knew that attending these high profile events was something that would be important for her future. Blair looked herself over in the mirror criticizing her appearance. Her hair wasn't flowing the way it should, and her light blue dress wasn't draping the way it had on the mannequin. As Blair's eyes traveled up the mirror her eyes finally met themselves and she took a moment to look herself dead in the eye. She questioned herself, and her life in those brief seconds and once the contact was broken Blair shook her thoughts away before heading downstairs to find her mother. She was supposed to be attending the same event but when Dorota told her that she has left early Blair simply shrugged it off.

Chuck stood in the corner of the room, a glass of scotch in one hand, while his arm was draped around a blond, leggy model that was paid to simply look nice and smile. Most would think that having to pay for companions would bruise the ego but for Chuck it meant nothing. It simply meant they had to do as he said and couldn't whine about it later unlike most of his dates from Constance. While he found it fun fishing from his own pond he felt more fitted with the older call girls. While a therapist would say it had to do with a lack of a mother, Chuck simply noted it was because of their experience in bed. Chuck enjoyed these events his father threw, it gave him an excuse to put down the weed and to get out of his suite long enough to make important connections. One day Chuck would take over Bass Industries and he planned to do so with vigor. His wandering eyes finally landed on the doorway and just as they did Blair and Nate came through the arch. Smirking Chuck and his date walked over to his two friends.

"Well if it isn't the glory couple." Chuck said meaning to sound playful but as always it came off with a hint of bitterness. One he had a trouble of losing. His eyes carefully looked over Blair, as he always did. His conclusion was one he came too often. Perfect as usual.

Blair rolled her eyes and gave him a forced smile. "Chuck." She said with a hint of venom as always. The venom only made Chuck's smile grow. Her fire always affected him in way he wouldn't admit.

Nate oblivious as always greeted his friend with a smile and took a moment to look over Chuck's date.

"Good to see you brought someone." Nate said knowing full well the girl wasn't exactly a friend. When the model opened her mouth to speak Chuck instantly brought his finger to her soft lips and he shook his head silencing her before any words could slip.

"Your mouth is made for one thing." Chuck then turned his attention back to his friends and he noticed Blair looking around the room. Smirking he looked to his date again.

"Why don't you show Nathaniel where the drinks are so he can get himself and Blair a few." His date nodded as she had been trained and taking Nate's arm the girl whisked him off to the bar. Chuck watched the two walk off, his smile only getting bigger. He looked at Blair and her stance hadn't changed. She didn't even realize Nate was gone, Chuck realized. Snaking up behind her Chuck leaned in, his lips close to her ear.

"Who are you looking for?" Blair Jumped at the unexpected noise and instantly moved a foot away from him as she realized the contact his chest was making against her back.

"Not that it is any of your business, Bass, but I'm looking for my mother." Blair said as she sat at once of the nearest tables. Chuck followed sitting close.

"You're mother? Well I did spot her here earlier, I can't tell you where she is now, though." Chuck said brushing off the subject, wanting to change it. The night was young, the air had a chill, perfect for making Blair Waldorf squirm.

"So Blair…" Chuck started as he leaned in against the table. Blair kept her eyes on him and groaned as she knew what was coming. He was going to make some smart ass comment about her clothes, actions, or something closely related.

"So Chuck." She said, her voice dripping with sarcasm. Chuck acted as if she hadn't said a word and continued.

"You and Nate… going strong I see…" Chuck was trying to push her, say something to cut her, not enough to bleed but enough to feel a sting. "I am impressed with you, really. I mean you forgiving him for the Serena situation, mighty big of you, Blair. Most woman wouldn't do that. They would think about how they compare constantly. Does he moan with me like he did with her?" Chuck set his scotch down and ran his finger along the rim. "Did he sleep with her because I'm a prude? Or was it simply that she was better than me?" Chuck moved in a bit closer to keep her attention on him. He wanted to see how far he could push her. "You two haven't even slept together… every time you stick your hand down his pants how do you know he isn't thinking of her?"

Blair's heart was beating rapidly as he spoke. How was it he knew every vulnerability she had and why was he so good at bringing them to the surface. She then started to compare herself to Serena, like she knew he knew she would. She tried to ignore it, to push it from her head. Trying to fight back Blair pulled back and leaned against her chair, a smirk gracing her face.

"Shows how much you know, Nate and I plan to sleep together tonight and trust me, his moans are louder with me." Blair had no clue, she could only hope. Chuck ready to challenge her stuck his hand into his pocket and pulled out the key to his suite and handed it to her.

"Oh really?" Setting the key on the table Chuck brought his finger to it before sliding it over to her. "What's stopping you then?" He questioned his dark eyes meeting hers and for a moment they held each other's gaze challenging each other. Blair swallowed hard as she broke his gaze to look at the silver key on the table. She had to prove Chuck wrong, she had to prove to herself Nate loved her more than he ever could feel for Serena.

Plucking the key up from the table she gave him a smile. "Done. Don't come up to early with your little slut, we'll be busy." She said confidently with a smile as she stood from the table. Nate and Chuck's date were just now coming back with the drinks and before Nate could say anything Blair took him by the arm and with a smirk on her face she started to tug him towards the ballroom exit.

"Nate. Honey. I have a surprise for you." Nate a little unprepared to be swept away put the drinks down on the table in attempt not to spill them as Blair pulled him from the room. Chuck watched as the two left and he instantly felt an odd combination of feelings. Nate and Blair had been dating for years and it was about time they slept together. He felt an odd masculine joy for his friend, but at the same time the idea of he and Blair finally doing it made his stomach turn. Never one to show weakness Chuck took his date back to the party to chat with his father's business partners.

Meanwhile Blair playfully pulled Nate to the Palace elevator. He was confused but kept a smile up as Blair's mood seem to change instantly from earlier in the night.

"As much as I enjoy this, Blair, can you tell me where we're going? If I have to go up to that roof one more time, Blair, I'm going to lose it. Besides all the stashed pot from up there is smoked up anyways." He informed her not realizing what it was she was after. Blair simply ignored his statement and instead she slipped her hand into his and once the elevator doors opened she tugged him towards Chuck's suite.

Blair's stomach was doing all sorts of flips. She was finally going to sleep with the love of her life but something was wrong. She didn't feel that excitement, she didn't feel like one of those girls in her books. Instead Blair felt she was had to win a competition with Chuck but that doubt didn't stop her. She was going to sleep with Nate, in Chuck's bed, and show him that Nate really does love her. Once the two pushed into Chuck's suite Blair wasted no time as she started to undress. Nate seemed to not show much interest as he looked around the suite.

"Blair, what are we doing here, really? Chuck's probably bringing his girl up here soon." Blair continued to ignore his statements and her eyes locked on his hoping he'd stop caring about where they were and instead care about what she was doing. She unzipped her dress and let the blue material fall to the floor. She stood in front of Nate in her matching lace bra and panty set which coordinated perfectly with the dress she had been wearing. Blair expected Nate to look her over and ravish her, in her dreams that's always what he did, but not this time. Instead he kept his eyes on her and shook his head with a laugh.

"Stop fooling around, Blair. We have to go back downstairs." And with that simple, innocent statement Blair's heart shattered. It was then she realized maybe Chuck's words were more than a malicious attempt to hurt her. Blair has to force a smile and she hoped that the tears forming behind her eyes weren't noticeable to Nate.

"Yeah I'm just messing around." She said shrugging it off as she started to reach for her dress. Not thinking she could hold in the sobs much longer she looked at Nate and smiled.

"Listen, I'm going to wash up a bit in here, then after I really just want to get home to my mom and Dorota. I'll see you tomorrow." She said as she leaned into Nate giving him a kiss on his cheek. With a smile and a nod Nate was gone. Once Blair heard the click of the door closing her legs felt weak and she sat back on the bed. Bringing her hands to her face she let her tears flow as she cried. All she wanted was for her boyfriend to want her back, was that too much for a girl to ask? Had she held out for too long? Should she had gotten to him before Serena had? These questioned were flooding her mind as her tears fell. After about ten minutes her tears subsided and she remained seated on the edge of Chuck's bed tying to find the will and strength to get dressed and to leave knowing she was going home to a cold, empty bed.

Chuck sent his date home soon after Nate and Blair headed upstairs. Knowing that the pureness Blair held was going to be gone he suddenly wasn't in the mood to get it on with the blond he had hired. None of this he would admit to anyone. Standing by the bar Chuck finished off his 3rd scotch and he set it down as he saw Nate come from upstairs and heading for the door. Confused, Chuck wasted no time before following him.

"Nate!" Chuck called stopping Nate before he walked out in the cold New York air. "Hey man, what happened with Blair?" He questioned and Nate turned to his friend and shrugged.

"She's weird tonight, I think she's sick or something, I'm going to go smoke with some guys from St. Judes, want to join?" Nate asked expecting Chuck to instantly say yes, so when a no came from his lips Nate was a bit taken back. "Well whatever man, I'll see you tomorrow." With that Nate was gone and before Chuck knew what he was doing he headed up the stairs to his suite.

Blair looked up as the door opened slowly and she half expected to see Nate standing there but instead she saw Chuck and her hands instantly came up to her eyes wiping away the tears she had shed for Nate.

"Don't gloat." She said instantly unable to make eye contact with the man now standing in front of her. "I mean it Chuck, I'm not in the mood for this." Her state of undress wasn't even a concern of her'\s until she felt him sit down next to her on the bed. She then instantly felt exposed. Shaking her head just wanting to leave the entire night behind her Blair finally looked over at Chuck but once his eyes met hers she felt another wave of sorrow wash over her.

"You were right." She finally said willing herself not to break down. "All along… you were right." She felt breathless and her body was pulling for oxygen, her heaving sobs had left her breathing heavily. Chuck didn't hear the words she had said, instead his eyes worked over her body admiring every curve, line, and freckle he could find. As she spoke his eyes remained on her lips and a craving fell over him. A need and a want suddenly begging him to touch her in ways she had never been touched.

"He's an idiot." Chuck said almost mesmerized by the her soft, moving lips. "He should have ravished you until you were both raw." He said incautiously and before she could say another work his lips were on hers in a burning kiss. Blair was taken back but in that moment her body was aching for his touch. Once his lips had hit hers everything changed, her body was no longer spent from crying but now awakened with want. His lips left a burning against hers and she needed more. Blair brought her hand to the back of his head pulling him closer, wanting his body against hers. Chuck only knew he needed her in every form possible.

Blair laid back against the bed pulling Chuck down with her. He didn't disgust her like he did most often but instead she was catching a glimpse of the Chuck he let slip once in a while. The man. Not the boy. She needed a man, she needed someone who wouldn't laugh at her when she stripped down, but someone who would look at her with hunger. Chuck always looked at her with a hunger, even if it was mostly assumed to be disgust or aggravation. Chuck wasn't concerned with their state of dress and instead he just knew he needed to be inside of her. His fingers slipped into the lace of her designer underwear and he tugged them down her legs resisting the urge to rip them from her body. As his fingers touched her skin he only grew harder. He couldn't think straight, the lust now filling his brain with euphoric thoughts.

Instead of telling himself he was pulling off his best friend's girlfriend's clothes he was thinking about how beautiful and sexy she was. The world was melting away and in those moments nothing mattered but the two of them. Blair's petite hands worked on his shirt tying to unbutton each button and in her lust filled mine it took her a few tries to get the buttons undone. Chuck growing frustrated with her lingerie he finally gave her lace panties one good pull tearing them away and tossing them over his shoulder as if just another obstacle in his way.

When Blair felt her clothes literally being ripped off instead of feeling the anger she should have felt because he just ruined her clothing she only grew hotter and her want from him increased.

"Please…." She finally begged him as her hands pushed his shirt from his shoulders. When she said that Chuck stopped kissing her. His lips that had been working against her neck were now pulled from her and Chuck sat up a bit to look over the goddess below him. Her lips were swollen from the kisses and her body squirmed with want for him. Bringing his hands to his pants Chuck's eyes locked on hers as he removed worked on removing them.

Blair looked up at Chuck and her heart sped up exponentially. The way he looked at her, she had never seen that from Nate. Her mind should have been screaming no but instead it was screaming yes. Unable to hold out Blair couldn't stop writhing. She needed him now and she didn't know how much longer she could wait. As he finished removing his clothes Blair pulled her bra off letting it join the pile of clothes on the floor. Chuck thought he was going to burst when he saw her perfectly shaped breasts, her nipples hardened with need for him. Chuck's lips soon found Blair's again but this time the passionate, rough kisses were replaced with softer ones.

As Chuck settled between her soft thighs he knew she was a virgin. He had slept with plenty of virgins and normally didn't care less but with her there was something inside of him telling him to not take her like he had the others. Blair wasn't even aware of it all, her want for him was distracting her from the pain she was about to endure. Chuck kissed her hard pushing his tongue past her lips and she he did that he pushed into her slowly, the kiss, he hoped would distract her but when he felt her bite down on his lip he knew his distraction methods had failed. Once fully inside of her warm, softness he broke the kiss and looked down at her.

"Sorry." It wasn't his best line but it was all he could think to say. Blair's felt a shooting pain but it was quickly replaced with the pleasure that came with his hard long member being inside of her. She took a moment to let her body adjust but soon she was arching her back urging him to go on. Chuck knew he wouldn't last long, she was tight, and warm, and soft and even the infamous Chuck Bass couldn't distract himself enough to keep that from doing him in. He slowly pulled out of her and pushed back in. Once her moans started Chuck knew he would be finishing quickly. Blair's fingers gripped at Chuck's back as he started to pick up a rhythm. The feeling of him pushing in and out of her was better than anything she ever could have imagined. Her lips found his and as she kissed him she felt him started to move faster and harder which was exactly what she needed in that moment. Breaking the kiss she let her head hit the follow and she arched her back urging him faster.

"Faster…" She encouraged almost out of breath. "Please." Blair Waldrof wasn't one for pleading but this was a special occasion. Wrapped up in each other's lust and lost in their own world the two came to their climaxes and out of breath, and sweaty Chuck pushed from her laying back against the bed beneath them. It had yet to hit him, what he had just done. Right now the euphoria of it all was taking them both over. Blair looked at Chuck and she just smirked. "Oh god." It was the last things she said to that night but it was two words they'd never forget.

Gossip Girl Blast- Spotted: Nate Archibald smoking it up withsome friends in the park. But where is his Queen B? We hear she's disappeared for the night. And what of Chuck Bass? Nate cheating on Chuck with some boys from school. Tisk tisk Nate, we thought you two were monogamous when it came to your smoking. Anyways, sweet dreams my loyal followers. XOXO Gossip Girl