Finn walked into his apartment and collapsed on his bed. Today had started out so well – A nice, crisp Friday. He woke up in Will's bed at around 9:30am. He strolled into the kitchen, and saw that his boyfriend had left him a note:
'You looked so peaceful sleeping, I didn't want to wake you. Take a shower or something, and if you're free today hang about until I get back. If not, I'll see you later x x x
p.s. I left a key so you can get back in if you go for coffee or something.'
He smiled reading it. They had only been together for four days, and Will had already given him a key. It never failed to astound him how sweet he could be.
He grabbed some breakfast, took a shower and headed out. Puck, Mike, Matt and himself had planned a catch up lunch today. They drank some beers and he found out the latest about his old buds – Puck was engaged to Rachel Berry, as of one month ago, and little Lea got along great with her step-mom to be. Puck was also finally moving to New York with her after a two-year long distance relationship. Mike had been working at Burt Hummel's garage since graduation, and he had just been given a rather generous raise. Matt was completing his Post-grad in Psychology, and had been seeing a girl called Angela for around a year now. All in all, it was a great lunch.
Then, he went over to Kurt's house, where Kurt was staying for another two weeks or so. They hung out for a while, playing X-Box, when the phone rang. Kurt told him to play on while he answered it, which he did. That's about when the day took a downturn; Kurt came down the stairs, wearing a mischievous grin which Finn knew meant something was about to happen – something Kurt would find hilarious and that Finn, most of the time, would not. "That was Rachel," the smaller man announced, "Puck told her that we were back in town, and since everyone in Glee is back at the same time for once, she's decided to throw a party for us." Finn was pleasantly surprised; nothing about that sounds bad. "Sounds awesome. When is-" "It's today." Kurt cut him off. "8:30 sharp, she said. I forgot how crazy she was." Finn chuckled, and Kurt sat next to him on the couch. "Oh yeah." He added, almost as an after thought, although he knew Kurt better than that. "Mr Schue is invited." Finn paled at the thought. Oh, crap. Everyone in Glee knew he was gay, so he wasn't worried about that. They did not, however, know about Will being gay. They certainly did not know that he and Will were together. If either he or Will get drunk at this party, which is bound to happen, it won't end well. "Don't worry, it'll be fine Finn." Kurt reassured him, his hand on his shoulder. Finn smiled up at Kurt. "Yeah. Yeah, it's gonna be great!" Despite saying this, he could not shake the feeling that tonight might be a disaster.
* * *
He lay down, slumped on his bed, seriously considering not going tonight. As soon as he thought it, he knew he couldn't – unless he wanted a seriously pissed Kurt and Rachel harassing him tomorrow. Besides, it would be nice to catch up with Artie, Tina and Mercedes. He'll also love seeing Rachel and Brittany again, even though he saw them regularly before they left New York in the summer. Seeing Quinn and Santana again might be torturous, but he could put up with it, especially if Quinn brought Lea.
He was only worried about slipping up somehow with Will. For example, by calling him Will instead of Mr Schue like everyone else; Or by drinking too much and getting too physical; Or by Will doing that. He sighed. There were so many ways he could slip up. He just hopes he doesn't.
His phone rings, breaking his train of thought. He drags himself up to answer it. "Hello?" "Hey sexy." The voice on the other end made him smile to himself. "Hey Will. How was your day?" "Pretty good, actually. Work was ok, and I just got a call inviting me to a 'Gleek reunion' at '8:30 sharp'." Finn winced a little. Part of him was hoping that Kurt was just teasing him. "Yeah, Rachel found out Kurt and I were back in town. Sorry about that." "Why sorry? It actually sounds fun, seeing all the Glee kids again." He was a little surprised by Will's attitude; He clearly cared about the original Gleeks a lot. He was about to say why this might not be as great as Will thought, when he was cut off. "So, do you want to go together? I figured I could pick you up, and then we could park at my place and walk over to Rachel's house. I only live three blocks away from her." He raised his eyebrows at Will's suggestion, even though the older man couldn't see him. "Well… If we arrive and leave together, people might put two and two together, you know?" "Does that matter? I'm not saying we have to make an announcement or anything, but I don't want to go out of my way to hide what we have. I'm proud to be your boyfriend Finn."
Will's kind words warmed his body, and he felt overcome with affection. This man clearly was not the same Spanish teacher he had dated in high school, and as much as he loved the old Will – this new Will was even better. "I love you so much, Will. And I'd absolutely love to go to Rachel's party with you." He could practically hear the other man's smile down the phone. "Great – I'll pick you up at 8."
* * *
Finn waited outside his apartment at eight for Will to pick him up. He was wearing his blue shirt and skinny jeans, the same outfit he wore on his and Will's first date. After five minutes he saw Will's tiny blue car pull up. He jumped in the front and shot him a teasing grin. "We're late, mister. Rachel Berry will not be pleased." He was waiting for a reaction, but his words didn't even seem to register with Will. He was too busy looking at him. "Nice outfit… Looks awfully familiar though." Will winked at him, and he blushed. "You remembered… That's sweet." The older man smiled at him and Finn pulled him in for a kiss. They pulled apart and Will began driving. They sit in silence for a minute, until Will speaks; "So… Are you wearing the same underwear?" He looked up to find Will smugly grinning at him. He wiggles his eyebrows seductively and retorts, "Guess you'll have to wait and see." In fact, he had taken care to ensure he was wearing the same pair.
* * *
They arrived at Rachel Berry's door and knocked on it, holding hands. Will's idea, but he was pretty damn ok with it. She answered the door. "Mr Schue!!" She pulled him into a massive hug, breaking our hands apart. I don't even think she noticed. He laughed and returns the hug. "It's great to see you Rachel, but please, call me Will now!" She leads them into the house and grabs them both a beer. Everyone else is already here. She gives Finn a hug before grabbing Will by the hand and dragging him off. "Come here, Mr Sch-Will, sorry! Will, everyone's been dying to catch up with you." And just like that, the party begins.
He mingles, catching up with Tina, Artie and Mercedes, all of whom are rooming together and going to college in Chicago. He speaks to Quinn, which is really awkward at first until they get past the uncomfortable small talk and start talking about something they both care about; Lea. She'll be five soon, and he loves hearing Quinn talk about her. She tells him to come visit her, an offer he thinks he'll take her up on. He talks to Santana for about five minutes, which is excruciating, but luckily after she talked about herself for a while – he didn't avidly listen, but he gathered that she's presenting some minor TV show in LA – she goes away.
He spends most of the night with Brittany and Kurt, which he enjoys. They hang out like they usually would in New York, minus Rachel, who is still dragging Will around everyone, and it's a lot of fun. He'll miss this when the other three go back to the city. But, at least he still has Will.
Speak of the devil. Will walks towards them, now without Rachel, and smiles at him. "Finn, I just put a song on, would you like to dance?" Finn is surprised at Will's question, but he soon takes him up on the offer. "Yeah, sure, I'd love to." He sees Brittany giving Kurt a questioning glance. He would have liked to tell her, but he supposes Kurt can do that for him. Will takes his hand and leads him to the dance floor.
Closing time - time for you to go out, go out into the world.
Closing time - turn the lights up over every boy and every girl.
Closing time - one last call for alcohol, so finish your whiskey or beer.
Closing time - you don't have to go home but you can't stay here.
Finn heard the opening lines and smiled. "Semisonic? I love this song!" Will wraps his arms around his waist. "I remember." Finn wrapped his arms around Will's neck and held him closer, kissing his cheek gently, touched that he remembered such a trivial detail about him.
I know who I want to take me home.
I know who I want to take me home.
I know who I want to take me home.
Take me home...
The couple move with the music, holding each other tight. "You know," Finn says, "Not that I mind, but I'm guessing everyone knows about us now." Will leans his head back and looks at Finn. "Good."
Closing time - time for you to go back to the places you will be from.
Closing time - this room won't be open 'til your brothers or you sisters come.
So gather up your jackets, and move it to the exits - I hope you have found a friend.
Closing time - every new beginning comes from some other beginning's end.
He looked down at the sweet, genuine look on his boyfriends face. He knew that Will loved him, just as much as he loved Will. He leant down and caught his lover in a passionate kiss. Yeah, life was pretty awesome.
I know who I want to take me home.
I know who I want to take me home.
I know who I want to take me home.
Take me home...
Closing time - every new beginning comes from some other beginning's end...
FIN (N)
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