Author's Note: My latest chapter, inspired by Pot o' Gold. It's a little shorter than usual, but the next one will compensate :) Not so much Klaine, more Blaine and friends, but still enjoy!

Pot o' gold

It's Monday and I already feel like crap. I knew that after 2 years at Dalton, public school was probably going to suck. I remember some things that happened at my last school. For some reason the fact that I had my own style and dressed elegantly made people think that I'm gay, even before I came out. Of course they were right, but I wonder how those kids feel, who simply have fashion sense but are not gay. I bet it's even worse for them, because they are taunted by mistake. What I'm really thinking about is that when I came to McKinley I counted for the same treatment. Surprisingly, I wasn't bullied by the student body. They threw rude and homophobic comments at me sometimes, but it wasn't unusual, because I don't make a secret about being gay. I mean I don't advertise it, but I figure people just know by looking at me. So, to my surprise, McKinley has actually evolved, because the violence stopped. Compared to how Kurt described the school during his junior year with the endless slushies, swirlies, dumpster tosses and threats, this seems like paradise. In fact, the one person who consequently brings me down, is part of the Glee Club, one of our so called friends. Yes, I'm talking about Finn. I recall Kurt saying that Finn has these phases, when he acts like a jerk, but if he gets to know me, he will change. That's why I tried to get into his good graces, help and support him, but so far my efforts have been in vain, and I'm starting to get tired. Today at Glee practice the atmosphere was already terrible beacuse of Mercedes' departure. Mr. Schue tried to cheer us up, and I joined him by saying that with the Warblers we had to deal with such problems, so I have experience in the subject. In a moment Finn interrupted me with simultaneously insulting me, my clothes, Dalton and the Warblers. I retorted, but nobody seemed to notice what just happened. Everyone, even Mr. Schue and Kurt, looked away and pretended to be deaf. I didn't know if I can get more depressed but it turns out the musical's been cancelled. Or better, not cancelled, just the funding was revoked. Now the club has to raise the money, which means I have to walk around Lima and beg people for charity all afternoon.

That night, Kurt came over to our house. This has become a routine, because frankly, since Finn is always so rude to me, now I don't really like going to Kurt's. Which is a shame, because Carole makes the most delicious pie I've ever eaten. So there we are sitting on my bed. We have just finished studying, Kurt put his books down to my table, and started to kiss me. Usually these make out sessions are why I suffer through two hours of math homework day by day. But now I don't feel comfortable. So I said „Kurt, can we talk?" „Why do you want to talk? Your lips are needed elsewhere." I was really tempted to quit talking. My boyfriend is a lot sexier and more seductive than people give him credit for. „Kurt, stop. This is serious." „Okay. What's wrong?" he asked. „Can you tell Finn to stop treating me like dirt? Because he's really starting to annoy me." „Blaine, honey we already talked about this. Finn says things, but sometimes his brain is not connected to his mouth. He's harmless." „That's what I first thought. But it's been weeks, Kurt. And it doesn't change." I kept pressing the subject. „You know what? Kurt proposed „just give it a little more time. One week and if he's still doing it, I'll talk to him. Promise." „Alright. I guess that could work." I answered half-heartedly. We continued to make out, but even that couldn't make me forget my problems.

Despite Kurt's numerous attempts to cheer me up. I was still depressed when he left. If Kurt had a mistake, that would be trusting people too much. He's too forgiving, gives people too many chances. Unfortunately, I'm not like that. So I decided to present my case before neutral eyes (okay, that sounds like I'm in court. I think I'm starting to talk like Kurt). I was thinking who I should tell. I excluded my parents, because I knew what their reaction would be. My father would say to be a man and shake it off, my mom's advice would be to be myself, and that way everyone will like me. Usually this works, but not now. I thought of my brother Cooper, but he lives in L.A., has crazy work schedule, furthermore he hasn't seen me for months. In the end I chose the one person I know I can always trust. Plus he goes to college in a different state and doesn't gossip. It's my friend Wes. When I was enrolled at Dalton, he took me under his wings. It was him who introduced me to the Warblers, and proposed I should be made lead soloist. He always gave me his honest opinion. Now that he left Dalton, I couldn't even imagine how the Warblers can function. „Hey Blaine! How are you? It's been a long time." he said when he picked it up. „I'm fine. I called for your advice." When he didn't say anything, I continued. „There's this guy in my new school. He keeps picking on me. I mean at first I thought he just needs time to get to know me, but I'm in McKinley for a month now, and it's still the same. Do you think it's just me?" „Look, Blaine. I don't know nearly enough to judge, but if this guy continues to behave like this, I think you should tell someone." „It's not that easy. The guy Kurt's stepbrother, he's the star of the Glee Club and the favourite of the choir director. He's basically untouchable." „Then, I don't really know what to say. Maybe you should ask him why he hates you. But, another topic, you want to come visit me someday? I would love that." „Thanks for the offer. Perhaps next week. Anyway, I know how much the Warblers miss you. And I. I miss last year terribly." I feet like I getting emotional. Again. „I know you lie, Blaine. I heard what you said behind my back. But it was great talking to you." „It was great talking to you too. Hope I see you soon." That was all I managed to say, before I hung up and crashed on my bed crying.

Although I was kind of depressed all week, I still prepared a song to at least cheer the others up. On Wednesday I performed Last Friday Night by Katy Perry. That song is pure joy, while I was singing it, I felt like all my worries are gone. I danced and jumped with everyone, when I finished, Rachel even suggested to take the number to Sectionals. Needless to say, Mr. Schue wasn't quite as much carried away by the idea as we were. So I can say that I once again proved how talented and valuable I am to the club. Plus, my day became even better, because the musical is back! All thanks to Kurt and his dad. Burt had convinced a couple of guys to pay for it, if they can put ads in the program. I saw the men, they are seriously creepy, but indeed very generous. When we closed the meeting, Finn asked Santana some weird questions about how loyal she is to us. By the next day it turned out he was worried for reason because Santana and Brittany left the club. They joined the newly-founded Troubletones with Mercedes and that other girl, Sugar Motta, or as Kurt put it „the girl with no talent but a rich father". What I didn't know is that Ms. Corcoran, their coach is actually Rachel's mother. Kurt told me yesterday, but looking back, I can't imagine how I didn't see it before, because they are so similar! Nevertheless, the Troubletones are really good. I think they are a serious threat to the New Directions at Sectionals. Too bad it's an all-girls club, otherwise I would consider joining, because this way I could get away from Finn and Ms. Corcoran is a much better vocal coach than Mr. Schue. I know if I would say this out loud, most people would hate me, but I think it's true. When I shared my idea with Kurt, he almost had a heart attack. He made me promise never to think of leaving again. Touching how loyal he is, given that he sung about two lines of solo in competitions in the two years he's been a member of New Directions.

Thursday night I went over to Artie's house. He invited Mike and me to play video games. Turns out they do this almost every week. It felt great to be included. After we finished playing we started talking about, of course, the New Directions. „Does anyone else think we're screwed without the girls?" asked Artie. „You're probably right." I answered. „Guys, you have to a little bit more optimistic." Mike contradicted us „We still have Rachel. If we have her, we can still win." „Don't you think that by doing the same thing every year at competitions, it's become a little repetitive?" I kept pressing the issue. I realized I want to know how they feel about constantly being opressed by the mighty Finchel. Or is it just me? Am I the only one who's bothered by this? „Well, it worked so far." Mike answered „I go get some more snacks." He finished and left me alone with Artie. „And what about you?" I asked Artie. „Me? To be honest you're not the only one with doubts, Blaine. I don't even understand why guys like Kurt or Tina don't say anything. I mean I get that Mike is okay with it, but he doesn't see it clearly." „What exactly?" „That you're right. We're becoming repetitve. We only won last Regionals because those homophobic judges couldn't see over two boys singing together. I mean you guys did acapella pop. That's genius, man. And look at how we burned at Nationals. It wasn't just the kiss but those original songs….even our voices couldn't save us from disaster." „But if you have such a strong opinion, why don't you say something?" I had to ask this. „Well, I know my place. Being in the chair makes me no leader. Nobody takes me seriously. I think you should do it" „I'm too new" I answered „and look how Finn treats me already." „Yeah, that sucks. But still, if you were our new male lead, I would not protest." „Thanks, Artie. That means a lot." I knew I can never tell this to Kurt. He's too selfless to understand. But it's nice to know that some people are on the same mind as me.

The remainder of the week passed without significant events. I tried not to think about all the drama, so instead I spent my free time branstorming ideas to Sectionals with Kurt. I feel like our relationship is stronger than ever. I wonder if Kurt ever thought about taking it to the next level. Because I often found myself daydreaming about us losing the big V (with each other of course). I think I will try to investigate how Kurt's feeling about the matter. To change the subject, we have a new addition to the club. Rory Flanagan, an Irish exchange student, who's living with Brittany's family. He's a sophomore, he seems very nice. I really liked his audition, his rendition of Take care of yourself was so kind and sweet, and Rory looks so innocent. I hope he's not bullied very much, he seems kind of fragile, like a smaller version of Kurt (although not nearly as fashionable). To Finn's credit, he was the one who enlisted Rory, and I have to admit it was a great move. Rory even improvised a falsetto part at the end of his song, which made us smile and made Kurt panic. He behaved politely, but he was all stiff and I have seen fear in his eyes. I told him not to worry, considering how Mr. Schue never even notices Kurt's existence when he chooses soloists, so I hardly think Rory will fare better. But on the brighter side, the musical's premiere is next week, so from now on I spend all my free time practising because I want to do my best in the first theater performance in my life.

A/N: In the next chapter comes the heavy stuff, so please stay with me!