Chapter 3:

A/N: So, this story is changing as I am writing it. Kurt wasn't meant to be in the kitchen in the previous chapter, I have no idea how that happened, but we'll see how things turn out.

Thank you for reading – and please review.

I do not own Glee or any of the characters.

***GLEE***

"What don't I deserve, Blaine?"

Kurt was standing in the door of the kitchen with his arms folded across his chest. He is looking at me with questions in his eyes that I am not sure how to answer.

I walk over to him, put my arms around him and pull him into a tight hug. He is resistant to the hug and keeps his arms folded. Just the thought that I am about to be the cause of Kurt's pain makes me swallow at the lump in my throat.

"Hey Kurt, how are you?" Sam was standing right beside us. I let go of Kurt, still not sure how to answer Kurt's question. "Funny you should walk in while we were talking about you." Sam said with a smile that did not seem genuine. "We were discussing the wedding and Blaine said that he didn't want a big function, something quiet with only family. Knowing that you would want to have all your friends attend, I tried to convince him to reconsider the smaller function. You deserve an event that can compare to Royalty."

I didn't know what to say. How did Sam come up with a lie so easily? How was I going to lie with Sam? I don't want to lie to Kurt…

"Oh! How thoughtful of you Sam, thank you. Seems like you know me better than my fiancé does?" Kurt relaxed and drew me in for a renewed hug.

"As long as it is you standing at the altar next to me, I don't mind how many people attend our wedding. The most important thing is that you are happy."

And I was being honest; I only want Kurt to be happy. But how can I be the one to make him happy when I'm keeping secrets from him?

"Ah Blainy-Days, you are such a romantic." He released me from the hug and walked over to the coffee machine and started to prepare himself a cup. "So, Rachel and I decided to come home for the weekend. We didn't tell anybody, wanted to surprise you and her dad's. We've got some news to share with you."

While Kurt was explaining about the surprise visit, Sam and I stared at each other. We both wanted to finish our conversation.

"I thought you'd have a lot to say about the surprise seeing as you don't particularly like surprises, Blaine."

"At least seeing you here is a very pleasant surprise, so it's not all that bad, right?" I am not exactly sure what Kurt is referring to as I wasn't actually paying attention while he spoke.

"Well, I will leave you two to catch up. I will see you on Monday, Blaine." Sam was looking uncomfortable as he turned to greet Kurt. "It was so nice to see you again Kurt. Say hi to Rachel for me."

"No wait, Sam. Why don't you join us tonight at Breadsticks. Rachel and I will share our news and it would be great if you could be there."

"Cool, what time?"

"Be there at seven thirty." Kurt said with a pleased expression.

Sam gave me one last uncomfortable look before he turned around and left.

I was still staring at the place where Sam stood before he left when Kurt came to stand next to me. "Blaine, is everything OK?" he asked and put his arm around my shoulders. "Seems like you and Sam where a bit uncomfortable?"

"No, nothing's wrong," I lied and forced a smile, "we had a rough week at school and maybe we're just exhausted." I am terrible at lying, especially to Kurt. I turned to face him and took him in my arms. While resting my head on his shoulders, I can't help but remember being this close to Sam, wishing I was holding him tight right now.

"So, tell me what's been going on in Glee. I really miss being part of that family." Kurt said after he released me and walked back to the kitchen table, taking another sip of his coffee.

***GLEE***

It's so good to see Rachel. I haven't seen her since the Glee club held a memorial for Finn. She seems to be strong, even though she's lost some weight.

"So Blaine, have you decided to join us in NYC after graduation? It would be so awesome! And then Kurt will be less depressed. You know, he's been a real nagging old lady."

"Oh stop it Rachel, that's not true." Kurt said, but he seemed embarrassed.

"I have sent my application to NYADA, we'll see whether Karmen thinks I've got what it takes."

"You have more than what it takes and I have no doubt that you'll be one of the first to be accepted." Rachel said and threw her arms around my neck, putting her lips to my ears. "We need to chat." she whispered.

I released her from the hug, confused. "So, what's the big news you guys have to share with us?" I had to say something to distract me from the strange interaction between Rachel and myself.

"Yes, please tell us." Sam came walking over and grabbed Rachel up and swung her around. "Oh it's so good to see you."

Rachel's feet touched ground again and she took a step back, inspecting Sam with a smile on her face. "My, Sam, are you seriously still growing? Look how tall you are." I didn't realize it until she said it; Sam seems taller.

Sam seemed to blush. "Seeing as I am not clever, I have to possess other attributes to make people take notice of me." he said with a sheepish smile.

"Oh stop it Sammy, you are clever. Stop putting yourself down like that. " I couldn't help but feel jealous hearing Kurt call him "Sammy". He is MY Sammy! Oh hell, what am I thinking? Sam's not mine, Kurt is.

Sam seemed to notice my discomfort. "So, enough about me; tell us your news."

Kurt and Rachel looked at each other with huge smiles; they looked like two little kids sharing a secret. "You'll have to wait." Rachel cooed. "We'll make the announcement as soon as everybody is here."

Within 30 minutes, Breadsticks where filled with many familiar faces; Rachel's two dads, Kurt's dad and Carole, Tina, Artie and Mr. and Mrs. Schuester. And Santana? I didn't know she'd be here.

"Good evening everybody," came Rachel's voice from a makeshift stage, Kurt standing next to her. "Thank you all for joining Kurt and me tonight, we really appreciate that you could make it with such short notice."

As she spoke, everybody started taking seats. I moved into the seat closest to me. I didn't realize that I almost sat on Sam's lap. He scooted in and made space for me to sit next to him. We shared an intimate look into each other's eyes before I turned my head to focus my attention to Kurt and Rachel.

"We won't make you wait any longer, so we'll just break the news to you." Kurt said, looking at me. I tried my best to give him a loving smile. I could feel the tension from Sam next to me. "So, Rachel, Santana and I started a band. We recruited two more members and without further ado, please welcome on stage, THE PAMELA LANSBURIES." Everybody jumped from their seats and cheered as Santana came on stage, followed by another female with long blonde and a male. Judging by his outfit, he must be gay. His make-up was a bit over the top for a straight man.

The intro started playing and I immediately recognized the song.

"BURN" by ELLIE GOULDING

Dani - We, we don't have to worry bout nothing
Cause we got the fire, and we're burning one hell of a something

Rachel - They, they gonna see us from outer space, outer space
Light it up, like we're the stars of the human race, human race

"Starchild" - When the lights turned down, they don't know what they heard

Kurt - Strike the match, play it loud, giving love to the world

Santana - We'll be raising our hands, shining up to the sky

All - Cause we got the fire, fire, fire, yeah we got the fire fire fire

Rachel - And we gonna let it burn burn burn burn

Kurt - We gonna let it burn burn burn burn

Dani - Gonna let it burn burn burn burn

Santana - We gonna let it burn burn burn burn

"Starchild" - We don't wanna leave, no, we just gonna be right now
And what we see, is everybody's on the floor acting crazy getting lurker to the lights out

Rachel - Music's on, I'm waking up, we stop the vibe, and we bump it up
And it's over now, we got the love, there's no secret now, no secret now

Dani - When the lights turned down, they don't know what they heard

Santana - Strike the match, play it loud, giving love to the world

Kurt - We'll be raising our hands, shining up to the sky

All - Cause we got the fire, fire, fire, yeah we got the fire fire fire

Kurt - And we can let it burn…

As soon as Kurt sang the last line, the crowd was on their feet again. I felt Sam's arm brush against mine as we got up. My skin tingled and I looked at him. He smiled his very shy smile and I couldn't help smiling back at him. He was so beautiful.

***GLEE***

"Blaine, this is Elliott. Elliott, this is Blaine, my super sexy fiancé." Kurt introduced us.

"Pleased to meet you, Elliott. You guys were fantastic up there. Kurt, I am so proud of you." I leaned over and kissed him full on his lips.

"It's also a pleasure to meet you, Blaine. Kurt's been talking about you so much; it feels like I've known you since your Dalton days." Elliott turned to Kurt. "I can see why you are so depressed without him by your side." Confirmation, he IS gay.

It was 11pm when we left Breadsticks. Kurt is going to spend the night at my house.

I haven't seen Sam since the Pamela Lansbury's performance ended and our arms touched. And Rachel and I didn't get a chance to "have our chat". I wonder what Berry wants?

"Blaine, you've been so distant since this afternoon. Are you sure you're okay?" Kurt broke the silence just before we turned into my driveway.

"Sorry, Honey, I'm fine… really. Like I said, just a bit tired." He seemed to believe me which made me feel so guilty. "So, where did you find Elliott and Dani? They seem great and have so much talent."

"Dani and Santana are dating, but please don't tell anybody. Santana wants to keep it on the low until she knows for sure how she feels about her. They are so sweet together and Dani is really great."

When we finally settled down in my room and sat on the bed I asked Kurt, "And Elliott? You haven't told me how you found him."

"Enough about the band," Kurt seemed anxious to change the subject, "I haven't seen you in three weeks. I just want to be with you and not talk about other people." He pushed me back on the bed and lied down on top of me. Our lips met and I realized how much I've missed him. As we made out on my bed, I forgot about everything that played on my mind. I remembered how much I loved this man of mine.

***GLEE***