A/N: I can't thank you all enough for the reviews. Because of them, I decided to continue this idea. I've got the next two chapters ready as well. Hoping I lived up to your expectations! Leave love again! They make me smile so hard.
Kurt stood there staring at his opened locker. He was in an exhausted daze from a sleepless night. He couldn't help but replay last night's events over and over in his mind. Way too many emotions were flowing through him. He felt sick to his stomach over the fact he had cheated on the love of his life. He was confused about his sexuality, something he was once proud of. And then there was Rachel. Someone only two years ago he had loathed. His biggest competition. Someone who now made him feel weak in the knees yet angry and nervous.
"Hey handsome!" Blaine bounced over to Kurt. He gave him a hug from behind then leaned on the locker next to Kurt's. "And how is my perfect, adorable boyfriend doing this fine morning?"
'Perfect?' Thought Kurt. "So exhausted. I hardly slept all night." He mentioned quietly.
Blaine pouted. "Aww, you poor guy. Are you feeling okay?" Blaine asked caringly. He placed the back of his hand against Kurt's forehead checking to see if he was warmer than usual.
Kurt half smiled. "You're so good to me Blaine. I think I may be coming down with the flu or something."
"Usually happens with the changing of the seasons." Blaine responded. "Here, let me carry your bag." He slid off Kurt's shoulder strap and hung it over his own. "Don't forget your Biology textbook."
Kurt nearly forgot why he had even come to his locker in the first place. Biology. First period. He grabbed the book, locked his locker and headed down the hallway with Blaine attached at his hip.
"So tell me about last night." Blaine asked casually as they passed the library.
Kurt's heart sank. "What? What happened last night? Nothing. Why are you asking? Did someone tell you something? What are you-"
"Woah woah woah." Blaine laughed. "Calm down hun. You really aren't feeling yourself are you?" They walked into their Biology room and took their seats next to each other near the front. "Last I heard, you and Rachel went and checked out that NYADA social. What did you guys think of them?"
"Oh, heh, Uhm, Yeah. The New York Academy of the Dramatic Arts thing. They were good Blaine." Kurt paused. "In fact, they were amazing."
The bell rang as the clock struck 8:30am.
By 12:45pm, the post-lunch Glee Club meeting was about to begin. Member of New Directions began pouring into the room. Brittany and Finn followed Mike and Artie who met Tina already sitting in place. Kurt walked in, unenthusiastically, with Blaine close behind. The two of them took their seats in the upper back row. Puckerman, Mercedes and Mr. Schuster quickly followed. Kurt couldn't help but notice Rachel had yet to arrive. Mr. Schuster took his spot at the front of the class.
"Alright guys! Listen up. We've got a lot to cover in today's lesson so I don't want to waste anytime. I've got a great idea for a theme we should try to work on." He turned around, grabbed the black marker and began to write on the board. He began to spell out in huge bold letter's a word all too familiar to Kurt.
"Regret!" Mr. Schuster announced.
Of course, Rachel Berry bounded through the door as he said the word.
"Sorry I'm late everyone! I was busy talking with Ms. Pillsbury." She glanced up at Kurt who was staring at his feet. "About some extracurricular activities that may help my college applications" She added softly before taking a seat, front row beside Finn.
"No problem Rachel, I was just telling the class about this week's project. Regret, mistakes and guilt!"
It wasn't long before song suggestions were being thrown into the air as Mr. Schuster tried quickly to jot them on the board.
Rachel, who was normally the voice of the group was awfully quiet. She had yet to offer an idea. Instead, she sat there, staring blankly at the piano in the corner.
"Rachel?" Mr. Schuster tried breaking her daydream. "Any ideas?"
Rachel didn't blink.
"Ahem!" Mr. Schuster tried again. "Earth to Rachel Berry! Hello?"
"I think you should take me home now." Kurt said just above a whisper. They had been sitting there for what seemed like forever.
Rachel looked over at him and gave him a half smile followed by a nod. She put her car into drive and slowly pulled away from the parking lot.
Kurt shakily turned on the radio to break the silent tension. "Someone Like You" by Adele was playing mid-song. Of course.
Kurt sighed and leaned back into the seat. He watched as the raindrops fell down his window. He prepared himself for the longest feeling car ride of his life.
Rachel drove safely through the storm. She tried offering Kurt small talk but it was much too weird. They were both relieved by the time she turned the corner onto Kurt's street.
She pulled into his driveway and parked. She carefully placed her hand onto of his. The sudden hand-on-hand made Kurt jump slightly.
"Hey…" Rachel said with her soft angelic voice. "Have a good night Kurt. I'll see you tomorrow at school?"
"Rachel," Kurt said sharply. "what the hell just happened back there?" He was scared and frantic.
Rachel moved away her hand and looked down. "I- I'm not entirely sure. Let's talk about it some other time."
Kurt looked away, trying to hide his eyes that were welling up with tears. "No, Rachel." He sniffled. "Let's just not. We'll pretend tonight just never happened." He opened the passenger door and step out of the car. He wiped away a tear. "See ya"
"Kurt, no! Just wait a minute! Just talk to-" Rachel tried but he had shut the door and headed toward his house.
"Rachel, what is with you today?" Her trance was interrupted as Finn gently shoved her side.
"What?" She was startled as she looked around the room to find everyone watching her. Everyone except for one person.