The Life and Times of Kurt Hummel
Season 2, Episode 7: HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOU
7/22- It's Kurt's birthday, and Blaine is determined to give him the best party of all time, but his plans are put on hold when Adam confronts him about his relationship with Kurt.
Kurt's alarm rang earlier than any other day, but for good reason.
Today was the day. The day Kurt Hummel turned 18.
He leaped out of bed and moisturised as normal (even if it was his birthday, there was to be no slacking) before changing into appropriately glamorous clothes and running downstairs.
He came downstairs where he was greeted by Burt, Carole, Finn and his favourite breakfast. After opening his presents, consisting of scarves and Elizabeth Taylor jewellery, he smiled at a series of cute texts Blaine had sent him before setting off for school. It was one of those few occasions where Burt offered to drive Kurt to school, and he had never declined the offer.
As far as Kurt was concerned, getting up slightly early was the hardest part of any birthday.
However, Blaine had been up for even longer. Blaine was determined to give Kurt the best birthday ever. Nothing had to stand in his way. He had a clear image in his head and the perfect present.
What could possibly go wrong?
-THE LIFE AND TIMES OF KURT HUMMEL-
Kurt walked into the choir room with many thoughts running through his head. He had assumed that at some point he would be surprised by something like a party or a present he wasn't expecting. Kurt was pretty certain there might be a surprise party if anything, however.
When Kurt walked in to see everyone in the Glee club in party hats and all lined up with smiles on their faces, he knew immediately a song was coming. Even Adam was smiling, which nowadays was a very rare occurrence. Blaine took to the piano, Finn took to the drums and Rachel placed a hat on Kurt's head and sat him down on a seat before standing next to Finn and his drum kit.
"This is for you, dude." Finn said as the music began. Rachel began to sing.
"You know it doesn't make much sense
There ought to be a law against
Anyone who takes offense
At a day in your celebration
Cause we all know in our minds
That there ought to be a time
That we can set aside
To show just how much we love you
And I'm sure you would agree
It couldn't fit more perfectly
Than to have a world party on the day you came to be."
Everyone joined in and sang as they hugged Kurt and passed him many presents.
"Happy birthday to you Happy birthday to you
Happy birthday to you
Happy birthday
Happy birthday to you
Happy birthday!"
Finn then sang the next verse.
"I just never understood
How a man who died for good
Could not have a day that would
Be set aside for his recognition
Because it should never be
Just because some cannot see
The dream as clear as he
that they should make it become an illusion
And we all know everything
That he stood for time will bring
For in peace our hearts will sing
Thanks to Martin Luther King."
Everyone joined in again, with Blaine sneaking a wink at Kurt. "Happy birthday to you Happy birthday to you
Happy birthday to you
Happy birthday
Happy birthday to you
Happy birthday!"
Santana then sang.
"Why has there never been a holiday
Where peace is celebrated
all throughout the world."
Adam and Blaine then sang together.
"The time is overdue
For people like me and you
Who know the way to truth
Is love and unity to all God's children
It should be a great event
And the whole day should be spent
In full remembrance
Of those who lived and died for the oneness of all people
So let us all begin
We know that love can win
Let it out don't hold it in
Sing it loud as you can!"
Everyone joined in again and danced around a laughing Kurt. "Happy birthday to you
Happy birthday to you
Happy birthday
Happy birthday to you
Happy birthday to you
Happy birthday
Happy birthday to you
Happy birthday to you
Happy birthday
Happy birthday to you
Happy birthday to you
Happy birthday
Happy birthday
Happy birthday
Happy birthday
Ooh yeah
Happy birthday..."
The song ended with everyone gathering around Kurt as Mercedes sang the last section.
"We know the key to unify all people
Is in the dream that you had so long ago
That lives in all of the hearts of people
That believe in unity
We'll make the dream become a reality
I know we will
Because our hearts tell us so."
Kurt stood up and cheered as everyone formed a group hug. As far as birthdays went, that was a very good start. Kurt hugged everyone in turn, but Adam noticed that he hugged Blaine for the longest...
Blaine smiled as he stared at the streamers and party favours in his locker. Amongst the colourful mess was Kurt's present, neatly wrapped. Blaine shut his locker with a happy sigh and jumped at the sight of Adam.
"Hey, you okay?" Blaine asked.
"You're dating Kurt, aren't you?" Adam asked instinctively. Blaine froze.
"...I...what?" Blaine asked.
"You don't have to deny it. You two were laughing and cuddling at the wedding and back there in the choir room." Adam said.
"...Adam, I-"
"-Blaine, it's...fine. I won't lie, I'm jealous, but I screwed things up with you AND Kurt last year. Seeing him always smiling nowadays is fantastic, and that's obviously because he's with you. I think we both know that's what he's wanted all along." Adam said.
"Thank you. That means so much to me. We were playing it down for you." Blaine said.
"You don't have to, and congrats. I'm fed up of all this fighting, what with you and Kurt and..."
"...And what, Adam?" Blaine asked, concerned.
"...I keep getting these texts from someone called 'S'. He's been harassing me." Adam admitted.
"Why didn't you tell me before? Is that why you've been so distant lately?" Blaine asked. Adam nodded.
"They've been texting me more and more." Adam said.
"What about?" Blaine asked. Adam's heart rate increased; Blaine must never know the truth.
"...Just stuff. Nothing major. What should I do?" Adam asked.
"Confront them! Call them out! Arrange a meeting; if they've been texting you so much they must want to meet you or something. But be careful." Blaine suggested.
"You're right, thanks." Adam said and walked off. He turned back.
"Blaine, I'm glad you've turned things around despite what I did last year. I'm glad you're finally happy again." Adam said.
"Me to. More than ever." Blaine replied as Adam walked off with a slight smile. He got out his phone and text Kurt.
'Meet me in the choir room at lunch xx –B'
He then got Kurt's present out of his locker, placed it in his bag and walked down the corridor to his next lesson. His phone buzzed and he smiled as he read the text.
'See you then ;) xx –K'
The bell rang for lunch and Kurt practically ran to the choir room, bursting with excitement. He entered the room and saw Blaine was already there, with a blanket, cupcake and present lying on top of the piano.
"Is this my surprise?" Kurt asked with a smile.
"In a way." Blaine replied. Kurt took a seat next to the piano and looked up in awe at his boyfriend, who was leaning against it.
"So, I've gotten you five things." Blaine said.
"FIVE? You didn't need to do-"
"-Kurt, you're worth it, and it's not what you might think." Blaine said. Kurt mimed sealing his lips.
"First," Blaine began, "I have some good news. Adam knows about us and he's fine with it. Apparently we've been lovey dovey at the wedding and earlier today and he put two and two together."
"Oh, well, I guess that is good news. I thought he'd have reacted differently." Kurt said. Blaine nodded in agreement.
"I think he's busy with something else." Blaine said before grabbing a chair and sitting next to Kurt.
"Secondly, we're going out to dinner tonight at a place of your choice. Burt, Carole and Finn are coming to and Burt and I are paying. Don't hold back." Blaine said and smiled as Kurt took his hand.
"Next, this..." Blaine said and pushed the present towards Kurt who opened it quickly and saw two things; a shirt and a bottle of perfume. Kurt welled up as he picked up the bottle, knowing instantly what it was.
"You said ages ago it was-"
"-My mom's favourite perfume." Kurt finished, a tear running down his cheek. He looked at Blaine.
"How did you find this? It was discontinued years ago." Kurt said.
"I found it overseas; it's still available in limited numbers." Blaine replied.
"This is amazing. Thank you." An emotional Kurt said and kissed Blaine with passion, not caring if anyone saw.
"This is why I love you." Kurt added and picked up the shirt. He smelt it and smiled.
"This smells of you." Kurt commented. Blaine nodded.
"That was the shirt I wore the day I realised I was in love with you." Blaine said. Kurt shed another tear and playfully tapped him.
"...You still have it?"
"It's too small for me now, but I never had the heart to get rid of it. You can take it to New York with you when you get into NYADA so you can always feel me there." Blaine said and Kurt kissed him again.
"That's so romantic. This is all so incredible. You're incredible." Kurt said and Blaine smiled.
"As are you. So, that was three and four...ready for number five?" Blaine asked. Kurt nodded and Blaine took Kurt by the hand, sitting him down on a chair in the audience. Blaine then took a guitar and sat on a stool, facing Kurt. He started playing and Kurt squealed with delight as he recognised the song. Blaine started to sing heavenly.
"Your hand fits in mine
Like it's made just for me
But bear this in mind
It was meant to be
And I'm joining up the dots with the freckles on your cheeks
And it all makes sense to me."
Kurt smiled as he joined in, staring into Blaine's eyes.
"I know you've never loved
The crinkles by your eyes
When you smile
You've never loved
Your stomach or your thighs,
The dimples in your back at the bottom of your spine
But I'll love them endlessly."
The two boys sang together, looking at the one they loved the most.
"I won't let these little things slip out of my mouth
But if I do
It's you
Oh, it's you they add up to
I'm in love with you
And all these little things..."
Kurt sang the next section as Blaine kept playing.
"You can't go to bed without a cup of tea
And maybe that's the reason that you talk in your sleep
And all those conversations are the secrets that I keep
Though it makes no sense to me."
Blaine then sang again.
"I know you've never loved
The sound of your voice on tape
You never want
To know how much you weigh
You still have to squeeze into your jeans
But you're perfect to me."
The boys sang again.
"I won't let these little things slip out of my mouth
But if it's true
It's you,
It's you they add up to
I'm in love with you
And all these little things..."
Blaine sang the next line, "You'll never love yourself half as much as I love you."
"And you'll never treat yourself right, darling, but I want you to." Kurt sang.
"If I let you know I'm here for you..." Blaine sang back.
"Maybe you'll love yourself like I love you, oh." Kurt sang before Blaine sang another section.
"And I've just let these little things slip out of my mouth
'Cause it's you,
Oh, it's you,
It's you they add up to
And I'm in love with you
And all these little things."
Blaine teared up as he sang, staring at Kurt. The two boys sang together again.
"I won't let these little things slip out of my mouth
But if it's true
It's you,
It's you they add up to
I'm in love with you
And all your little things."
Kurt stared at Blaine and thought to himself.
'God, I love this boy.'
Blaine stared at Kurt and thought to himself.
'God, I love this boy.'
Kurt got up and hugged Blaine tightly.
"Best birthday ever." Kurt whispered.
"Mission accomplished." Blaine whispered back and held his boyfriend close. It wasn't the surprise Kurt was expecting.
It was so much better.
NEXT TIME…
"So, you're 'S'?"
Kurt needed to tell everyone the truth.
"And when she's talking, she's saying that she's mine..."
Adam read the sign before him; 'Dalton Academy'.