Disclaimer: I do not own any of the characters, locations, etc. in this story. The only thing I own is plot and OC's.
Chapter 1: The Decision
The closest school in Ohio with a no-bullying policy doesn't allow transfers in the middle of the year. That's just great. The guy who threatened to kill me if I told anyone that he kissed me doesn't even get expelled, Kurt thought as he stared at his computer screen.
Opening Google, Kurt Hummel searches "boys' schools with no-bullying policy." Pages upon pages of opinions about why no-bullying policies don't work pop up, but Kurt knows it's his only chance. He decides to try a different tactic - message boards.
Kurt posts, "I am looking for a school with a no bullying policy. Must allow mid-semester transfers and have a good music program. I would prefer it to be all boys and near Lima, Ohio."
Kurt then logs off the computer, yawns languidly, and goes to help his father in the shop.
Break Line!
Burt Hummel knows about the bullying, and the fact that Kurt wants, no - needs to go to a different school. As he is thinking, the garage door opens, then shuts. Kurt's soft voice says, "I've been looking up schools with a no bullying policy, and I want to ask you something. Would you object if it meant me being far away from you?"
Burt just says, "I want the best for you, and if that means being far away, then so be it."
In that moment, they both know that Kurt will be leaving, and when he does, everything will change.
The next day, Kurt goes to school, as usual, but with the newly attained knowledge that he will soon be leaving for a better school. He will be able to be the true fashionista he is.
In Glee Club, Kurt simply says, "As you know, the bullying here has escalated to a point where I no longer feel safe. A fashionista, such as me, should be able to express him or herself. So, I will be leaving for a different school."
Instantly, everyone starts asking when he will be leaving, when he will visit, and what school he's going to.
The answers Kurt doubtfully gives are, "I don't know, I don't know" and "I don't know". He sweeps his hair back as he says the last one, as it is the one that worries Kurt Hummel the most.
But within a week, Kurt knows the answers to all those questions. Even the last one.
Break Line!
That night, Kurt is sequestered in his pure white room, talking with Finn. Finn is understandably upset that his brother did not tell him he was leaving, but still tries to get him to stay.
"We can, like, set up a perimeter around you. Puck would help, and I know we could get the rest of the football team to help," Finn urgently tells him. Like Kurt, Finn has a nervous tick. His wrist twitches with the rhythm of his words, as if to help him remember.
But Kurt replies softly, "That won't work anymore, Finn. I have to find somewhere where I can be accepted for who I am. Hiding behind the football team won't do that."
At that moment, Kurt's computer beeps, signaling that someone has posted a message on his board. It could be a school, so Kurt rushes over to check it. It's a reply that says, "Hi, Kurt. I'm Blaine Anderson, and I think I have a suggestion for you. I go to a boy's school called Dalton. Dalton has a no-bullying policy, and a great music program. I'm guessing that you're looking for a new school because you were bullied, and I can safely say that Dalton is one of the safest places on earth. We allow mid-semester transfers, because we know that safety is important to all students, and everyone deserves it."
At this point, Kurt thinks that this is the perfect place for him. The Blaine guy has even attached a link to the school's website, which he is about to click on when he reads the last line of the post,
"The only problem is... Dalton is in Boston."
Kurt turns around to ask Finn's opinion, but he has left the room.
Break Line!
"Kurt, I think this would be the best place for you. I will call the admissions officer, and see what we can do." Miss Pillsbury's voice is overtly reassuring, and as always, her outfit is horrible. Yellow doesn't match her skin tone at all,Kurt thinks. Then, he tunes back in to the guidance counselor.
"I'll let you know what he says." Kurt has talked to his dad, Finn and Carole, and they all have decided that Dalton is the way to go, if Kurt can get in and get a scholarship.
Break Line!
Kurt continues to fret until he gets a call. The Dalton admissions officer. He has been accepted as a mid-year transfer, and they're excited to see him as soon as possible. Burt calls back with the flight information for the two of them, and are told that Kurt's roommate will be waiting at the Logan Airport with Mrs. Writh, the admissions officer to introduce Kurt to Dalton.
Kurt Hummel is on his way.
AN: Hey people, just wanted to let you know a few things. This is chapter 1 of "The City on a Hill". It's my first fanfiction, so be nice. Constructive criticism is appreciated, but not flames.
This will be a Klaine fanfiction, with some side couples (Wevid, some OC/OC, Samcedes or Quam, if they come up). Thanks!