A/N: So, no real author's note. Just this.
"Kurt, I just don't want you to leave, okay? I really don't. I mean, most people promise to come back and visit after they graduate, you know, but the reality is that very few of you will. I just, I hate being left behind. It's not fair." Kurt saw his best friend have a diva breakdown and fall to her chair in the choir room. Kurt sighed and sat down beside her. She leaned her head down on his shoulder.
"Cedes, if there was one friend I'd come back for after graduation, it would be you."
"W-What about B-Blaine?" Kurt shook his head.
"He's the boyfriend, he doesn't count. It will be you Mercedes. I'm not leaving you behind." His friend cracked a small smile.
"Well, as long as we know that best friend ranks above boyfriend then I think I'm alright." Kurt chuckled.
"We're gonna be fine. You're gonna come visit me in New York all the time and I'm gonna take you to Broadway plays and fancy diners and we're going to explore together. You and me forever Cedes." This only seemed to make her sadder.
"I just wish… Never mind. It's okay. I'll be alright." Mercedes shot Kurt a smile. Kurt shook his head.
"Nope. Not buying that. What's on your mind girl?" She sighed and smiled.
"You always did see right through me. I just, ever since my mom left my dad has been trying so hard to keep things normal, but things are tight. There isn't enough money to send me to New York or California like the rest of you! That's why I'm stuck here! I'm just a Lima Loser! Even Puck is leaving! It just isn't fair!" Mercedes burst into tears and Kurt sat, stunned.
"Cedes, why didn't you tell me?" Kurt whispered.
"Because it's hard Kurt! Not everyone gets what they want! Not everyone gets to chase their dreams!" Mercedes cried.
"I don't know what to say… I'm sorry." Kurt reached for Mercedes' hand, but she pulled it away and shook her head.
"No Kurt. I'm sorry. I just, I need some space. Good luck in New York boo. I love you." Mercedes gave Kurt a tearful hug and left the choir room. Kurt just watched her leave then hung his head with a sigh. Maybe this Goodbye thing was gonna be a lot harder than he had prepped himself up for.