*Hi guys! I am soooo sorry for the wait! I've just finished school, and I've had my prom and been on holiday for a while! I really hope this was worth the wait and I'm sorry it took so long! Thank you for all the support! *

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Chapter 10

New Message From: Blaine

6 o'clock is fine! See you later xxx

Kurt read the text and threw his phone on the bed. What was he going to wear? What was he going to say? He was still shocked that Burt had even offered the invitation to a family dinner.

What if it was awkward? What if there is no conversation at all, so everyone just stares blankly into space?

Kurt had to stop thinking to stop his head from spinning. There was only an hour left until the moment of truth, so what's the point of worrying about it now…right?

Wrong. Kurt had been through practically every situation that could possibly unfold that evening, and it was making him nervous.

Once Kurt had checked he was presentable in the mirror, for the fourth time, he walked into the kitchen. Carole was putting the finishing touches on the table, she'd made an extra effort to make things look nice for when Blaine got there.

"Oh hey Kurt, you all ready to go?" Carole asked, looking up from what she was doing.

"I'm so nervous I think I might pass out…" Kurt said, leaning on the counter.

"Oh Kurt, I know it's nerve-wracking, but everything's going to be fine. Blaine's a really nice guy, so if anything goes wrong he'll just take it in his stride."

Kurt let out a small sigh of relief. Carole always did have a way of calming down hectic situations, even if they were in the mind.

"To let you in on a little secret Kurt, your dad is just as nervous as you are…" Carole said, checking the food in the oven.

"What?" Kurt asked, completely surprised. "He acts like he doesn't even care."

"Kurt don't say that, your father's trying really hard to be supportive to you. Do you really think he would invite Blaine over for dinner if he didn't care."

Kurt sighed again, not sure of what he was feeling. "I just find it difficult to understand why he can't just accept that I'm gay. I'm still his son at the end of the day…"

Carole placed the last glass on the table and walked over to where Kurt was standing. She placed her hand on his arm.

"I know it's difficult. I know it seems like he doesn't care, but you mean the world to him, anyone can see that. He loves you more than you will ever know, Kurt."

Kurt opened his mouth to speak, but he was cut short by the sound of the doorbell.

He was early, a true gentleman.

Kurt took a deep breath and walked over to the front door, blocking out all of the thoughts that were making him nervous. He glanced quickly in the mirror to ensure that he looked presentable.

Kurt opened the door to reveal Blaine, wearing a red and black check shirt with dark blue jeans. He looked amazing.

"H-hi Blaine, come on in." Kurt said, gesturing to the kitchen.

"Thanks. You look wonderful." Blaine said, looking straight into Kurt's eyes.

Kurt could feel his face burning, but quickly smiled and took Blaine's coat and hung it up.

Kurt led Blaine into the kitchen, where Carole was checking on the food in the oven.

"Oh hi Blaine, lovely to see you. " Carole said, wiping her hands on the towel. "Well don't you look handsome this evening. "

Blaine smiled, and passed a box of chocolates to Carole.

"That is just a little gift to say thank you for inviting me over for such a wonderful smelling meal. " Blaine replied, smiling widley.

Oh wow…he was perfect.

"That's very nice of you Blaine. I think dinner's ready so you can both take a seat. "

A few minutes passed while Carole arranged the food and Burt and Finn sat themselves down at the table.

"Nice to see you Blaine. " Burt said, nodding his head in acknowledgement.

"It's nice to see you too Sir." Blaine replied, taking a sip of his drink.

It still caught Kurt off guard everytime Blaine called his dad Sir. Just looking at Blaine made Kurt's heart beat a little bit faster.

Once dinner was served, the conversation started to flow, much to Kurt's amazement.

"So, Mr Hummel, how's business at the garage? " Blaine asked, looking up from his plate.

"Things seem to be really picking up, we've had loads of orders in for new parts recently. But please, call me Burt. "

Both Finn and Kurt looked up in amazement… the both shared a quick smile.

After the main meal had been finished, Burt and Carole cleared the table, whilst Kurt, Finn and Blaine exchanged stories and opinions.

Kurt was absorbed in conversation until he felt Blaine's hand on his hand, underneath the table.

This made Kurt's heart skip a beat, although it scared him that there was the possibility that his dad would see.

Kurt glanced over at Blaine, who was already looking at him. Finn made a loud cough as Burt walked back to the table with the dessert.

"So Blaine, have you got any plans for a weekend job? " Burt asked, looking briefly up from his ice cream.

"I haven't really given it much thought Mr Hu-, Burt. "

Kurt couldn't help but smile at how polite Blaine was.

"Well if you're ever short of money, or just need something to do, I'm sure there's a few jobs that you can help out with around the garage. " Burt said, not looking up from his plate.

Kurt looked up at his father, who still hadn't looked up from his plate. He then glanced over to Carole, who had a look of achievement on her face.

"That's incredibly generous of you, I think it would be a great fun. I know a little bit about cars, me and my dad used to work on a car each year as a project over the summer holidays. "

The conversation continued throughout the evening. It had gone better than Kurt could have ever imagined.

It was 9 o'clock by now and it was dark outside. Blaine was leaning against the door frame of the front door, saying his goodbyes to the Hummel family.

After everyone had resided to the living room, Kurt was finally alone with Blaine.

"Tonight has been really great. " Kurt said quietly, taking Blaine's hand in his.

"It's been wonderful, I'm so glad it all went to plan. "

"So am I, I don't think I got more than an hours sleep last night, worrying about how this evening would unfold. " Kurt replied, looking down at his shoes.

"That is just adorable. " Blaine whispered, pulling Kurt into a hug. "I'll see you tomorrow…"

"Do you really have to leave? Can't you just stay here? " Kurt said, sounding muffled from being buried in Blaine's chest.

Blaine chuckled. "Unfortunately, I do. Although if I had it my way, I'd never leave your side…"

Kurt looked up into Blaine's eyes, and then kissed him softly.

"Goodnight Blaine…"

Blaine smiled, and walked down the path to his car. He waved as he pulled away from the house.

Kurt closed the door with a smile. Since when was he so lucky? He'd found someone as amazing as Blaine, without even looking for him.

Kurt walked slowly into the living room, where Burt was sitting alone watching the football.

"Thank you…" Kurt said, quietly.

Burt looked up from the tv and put his beer down on the table. He stood up from his chair and hugged Kurt, unexpectedly.

"I'm sorry Kurt. " Burt whispered.

A tear trickled down Kurt's cheek as he hugged his dad. This was what he'd been missing, this is what it was supposed to be like.

Burt released the hug after a while, and stood back from Kurt.

"I'm sorry that you've felt like I don't care, or that I don't understand. I heard your conversation with Carole earlier, and it broke my heart to hear you say those words. "

"No dad, I was the one in the wrong. I should be more responsible, and understand that it's difficult for you too…but thank you, for this, and for tonight. " Kurt replied, wiping a tear from his face.

"I need to thank you, son. You've opened my eyes. All that matters to me, is that you are happy, whether it be with a guy or a girl. I finally see that now… and for that, I'm so grateful. "

Kurt smiled and hugged his dad once more. This was what he'd missed…