Hello guys! So here is Chapter 2! (FINALLY!) It develops the growing friendship between Kurt, Wes, David, Nick and Jeff.
Sorry guys, but lots of identical portions from the fic in Wes's POV.
Chapter 2: Not all straight boys are homophobic.
Adapting to living in a room with Wes was a lot different from adapting to sharing a house with Finn. On the positive side, Wes was a lot neater, cleaner and had less objectionable clothing choices. However, Wes did sometimes live up to his title of 'anal-retentive Council member'. He would bitch and moan about Kurt's alarm being an hour earlier than his (what did he know? It took lots of time and effort to keep his face looking this flawless!) he kept trying to hijack Kurt's stereo and play his own music and Kurt kept forgetting that he had to knock before entering as Wes could have been changing or stuff like that(if Kurt was completely honest, he didn't really mind walking in while Wes was changing, though it seemed to bother Wes a little).
Overall, while it did take getting used to, Kurt really enjoyed sharing a room with Wes. He didn't think he could have asked for a better roommate. Wes was agreeable, clean and friendly. Sharing with Wes meant making a whole lot of new friends since David, Nick and Jeff were always dropping by to do homework, chat or watch movies. It was nice. Kurt had grown particularly close to Jeff and Nick since David was always hogging Wes when they were over. He soon found out that Jeff and Nick were a couple. They didn't hide it, but were not very fond of public displays of affection. He thought it was sweet, the way Nick was so protective of Jeff sometimes. Wes and David were completely comfortable with them, which put Kurt at ease. It was nice to know his new friends had nothing against homosexuals.
Being the roommate of a council member did nothing to help him during his first warbler practice. All his suggestions were shot down, kindly. He was also given the responsibility of caring for Pavarotti, who he fell in love with instantly. After that disastrous practice, Blaine rushed up to tell him that the council was willing to let him audition for a solo the next practice along with Nick and Jeff. He smiled at Blaine and excused himself to his room. Kurt quickly scribbled a note informing Wes that he would be back late before grabbing his portable stereo and heading to McKinley in search for Rachel. Her advice, while perfectly sound, resulted in Kurt failing spectacularly at his very first Warbler Audition. While Jeff and Nick did very well, Kurt was certain that his performance was flawless and definitely more impressive than theirs, which while upbeat and fun, was predictable.
He hid out in his room, declining Blaine's offers to go for coffee off-campus. He laid in wait for his room mate. He needed an explanation.
When Wes entered the room to find Kurt sitting on his own bed, staring expectantly at the door, he sighed to himself. He was definitely in for some explaining.
'Look, Kurt, I'm sorry. I would have loved to give you that solo, but it would have gone against my morals. But believe me when I say I really hoped you would get it.' Wes explained.
Kurt looked up and caught Wes's eye. He sighed. 'Just tell me why I didn't get the solo Wes. I know it was good. So there must have been something else.'
Wes shook his head, settling himself on the edge of his own bed. 'Look Kurt, while I really loved your performance, as did David, you need to realize that the Warblers are an acapella choir. This means that our song selections are limited somewhat. While your rendition of that song was flawless,' Kurt gave him a small smile at this, 'I really couldn't see it being made into a song for an acapella choir. That's why you didn't get your solo. So maybe you want to keep that in mind the next time you audition?' he asked.
Kurt was nodded slowly. He smiled at Wes. That made a lot of sense. 'Thanks for explaining this to me Wes. You're a great roommate. Although your bad taste in clothing horrifies me.' Kurt said, patting Wes gently on his shoulder as he got off the bed.
'Hey! There's nothing wrong with wearing jeans and t-shirts!' Wes protested weakly.
'Sure, if you want to look boring.' Kurt replied before turning around to grab something out of his bag, not noticing that Wes had stuck out his tongue at his back.
The next big event in Kurt's life at Dalton was the Warbler's Gap Attack. With Valentines' Day coming up, Kurt was expecting someone to come up with the idea of some romantic, extravagant notion. He definitely did not expect it to come from his little group of friends. Nick and Jeff, while extremely attached, were not ones for public displays of affection. David had shared his big plans for his girlfriend when she returned a week after the actual date. Blaine had been surprisingly mum about the subject, other than their brief discussion at the Lima Bean. Kurt had expected Wes to plan some romantic gesture for his girlfriend, only to have that notion dashed after he had asked after his plans for the big day.
'So Wes, any big plans for Valentines' Day?' Kurt had asked while lounging on his bed.
Wes looked up from the book he was reading. 'Nope. Nothing planned. I might consider taking up the offer Jeff and Nick made of playing a marathon round of Halo.'
Kurt was curious. 'Won't your girlfriend be mad? I know Tina was when Artie blew her off for Halo… Besides, you don't seem to see her very often.'
'What girlfriend?' Wes asked confused, 'I don't have a girlfriend…'
Kurt pulled himself up and stared at Wes. 'But that first day I met you, Blaine said you had one. I know David still has his. He's always running out to see Beverly. What happened? Do you want to talk about it?' Kurt was concerned. Wes did not seem particularly upset about his break-up, unlike most normal teenaged males. Kurt hoped he did not have a psychological problem of some sort. That would be worrying.
Wes put his book down. 'You mean 'Nessa? We broke up. Nothing much to share really. It was mutual. We were drifting apart. I still love her though. She's one of my best friends. I'd bring her out for a nice dinner on Valentines' Day but she has a date with Trent. What about you? Any plans?'
Kurt sighed. 'Never. I think Valentines' Day is a stupid holiday. Maybe I'm just jaded. Being a gay kid in Ohio, you don't get that many options.'
Wes looked like he was about to say something, but seemed to change his mind at the last moment. 'Well, you're free to join our Halo marathon if you want.' Wes offered, knowing Nick and Jeff wouldn't mind.
Kurt offered him a wan smile, wondering what Wes was going to say. 'I'll think about it, but thanks for the offer Wes. It's really sweet of you. Even though you know I suck at Halo.'
Wes laughed. 'Well, I'll let you team up with me. I'm pretty good at it. Maybe I can make up for your deaths.' He shot Kurt a cheeky grin.
Kurt tossed a pillow at Wes's face. 'Dick,' he muttered, not meaning the insult entirely, 'Goodnight Wes. Gotta sleep now or else I'll never wake up in time for breakfast.' Kurt settled down into bed, pulling his covers all the way up over his head exaggeratedly.
'Goodnight Kurt' Kurt swore he could hear the laugh in Wes's voice but chose to ignore it.
Kurt was mindlessly doodling in his notebook when Blaine suddenly popped up in front of him. Kurt slammed his notebook shut, heart pounding at almost being caught drawing hearts around his name and Blaine's. He barely registered what Blaine was saying and allowed him to pull him along the corridor.
Soon enough, Kurt realized that Blaine had dragged him to the Warbler rehearsal room, where all the other Warblers were waiting. Kurt figured that someone must have called an emergency meeting. He looked around expectantly as he sat down with Blaine at his side.
Wes banged his gavel. 'This emergency meeting is called to order. Junior Member Blaine Anderson, the floor is yours.' Wes smiled slightly at Blaine. He may have been very rigid when it came to Warbler traditions, but he had a soft spot for all his friends.
Blaine rose from his seat and Kurt started clapping, but immediately stopped upon receiving a look from Nick. He folded his hands in his lap awkwardly.
'Esteemed Council, I'll be brief,' Blaine began, 'simply put,' he looked around, before making eye contact with Kurt, 'I'm in love.'
Kurt hid a smile as the rest of the Warblers made sounds of appreciation.
'Congrats.' A Warbler, Logan, piped up.
Blaine looked a little embarrassed. 'I'm not really good at talking about my feelings, I'm much better at singing them,' he glanced at Kurt again. Kurt smiled encouragingly, 'but still, I could use a little help. Which is why I'm asking to enlist the Warblers to help serenade this individual, in song, off-campus.' He finished nervously.
A murmur of dissent went up around the room. 'What?' Wes blurted out, as did many other Warblers. With a few exclamations of 'Are you serious?' Performing off-campus? That was unheard of! David shook his head and looked away from Blaine.
Wes sighed. He picked up his gavel and banged it in a call for order.
Blaine looked like he was expecting a response like this. 'I know what I'm asking is slightly unusual,' he began.
Wes cut him off, 'The Warblers haven't performed in an informal setting since 1927. When the spirit of St. Louis over shot the tarmac and plowed through 7 Warblers in an impromptu rendition of "Welcome to Ohio, Lucky Lindy".' David seemed to agree 'Why would we even consider what you're asking?' he questioned, a hand at his temple, as if to ward off an oncoming headache. Kurt was confused. Why were they making such a big fuss about a performance? Deep in his thoughts, he failed to notice the look the two council members shared.
'I firmly believe that our reticence to perform in public nearly cost us a trip to Regionals!' Blaine asserted, 'We're becoming privileged porcelain birds!'
This angered most of the Warblers and they all started trying to talk over each other to deny this.
Thad looked annoyed. 'You mock us, sir!' he exclaimed, glaring at Blaine.
Wes banged his gavel again, mildly agitated. 'Thad, David. I WILL have order.' He demanded, pointing his gavel at a couple of Warblers, giving David a look to get him to sit down.
Kurt's hand shot up into the air. 'May I PLEASE say something,' Kurt asked, his hand high in the air. Wes pointed his gavel at Kurt, giving him permission to speak. David straightened his blazer before sitting back down.
Kurt rose. 'With respect, I believe Blaine has a point. The Warblers are so concerned with image and tradition that sometimes I feel that we miss out on opportunities to step outside our comfort zones,' there were no objections, except an odd look from Thad, so Kurt carried on.
'When I was on New Directions, we performed in front of hostile crowds pretty much anywhere we went. Mattress stores, shopping malls. I had a cat thrown at me in a nursing home once.' A couple of Warblers laughed. Kurt looked at the Warblers imploringly, 'But it gave us confidence,' he smiled at Blaine, 'it kept us loose.'
Most of the Warblers already looked convinced. 'And where would this performance take place?' Wes asked Blaine as Kurt sat down. Kurt smiled inwardly.
'The GAP. At the North Hills mall.' Blaine said, 'I'd like to call it, "The Warblers GAP Attack".' Laughter followed this proclamation.
'Why the GAP?' Kurt asked, smiling.
Blaine looked at Kurt, 'The guy that I like is a Junior Manager.' He said almost apologetically.
Kurt felt his heart sink as his expression froze on his face. Wes banged his gavel and asked, 'All those in favour?' All the Warblers raised their hands, except Kurt, who was too upset to even register Wes's voice.
Upon dismissal, Kurt rushed to his room immediately while speed-dialing Rachel to arrange a sleepover. He didn't even wait to walk up with Wes, as was his habit.
He hurriedly packed an overnight bag before heading for the door, but was intercepted by Wes.
'Kurt? What are you doing?' Wes asked curiously.
'I'm having a sleepover at Rachel's tonight. Don't worry, I'll be back by tomorrow.' He smiled sadly at Wes.
Wes shrugged. 'Sure. Have fun then.' He said as Kurt left the room.
While the sleepover at Rachel's didn't do much to change the fact that Kurt had made it all up in his head with regards to Blaine, spending time with his favourite girls, Rachel and Mercedes, did make him feel a lot better. He was in a better mood when he returned to Dalton the next morning.
Even so, Kurt was not looking forward to the 'Warbler Gap Attack'.
THE END! Of Chapter 2
So the next chapter will focus on the day of the Warbler GAP attack. I'm sorry this is taking so long but I have school and stuff so I'll try my best ok!
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