This chapter took me FOREVER! Maybe because I really didn't want to let this story go *sniffle*
Yes people we have come to the end :'(
As always a huge thank you to my Beta Junjou Angel
This last chapter is going to be dedicated to dun ... dun ... duuuuuuuuuun: JasonDragon64 who has reviewed without fail on every chapter so thank you so much.
This story is also for all of you. Because without you, I'd have had no motivation to write anything so thank you for reading and sticking with this story till the end.
I don't own Puck or Kurt, they own each other ;) and Glee isn't mine either :(
The song is 'Jump then fall' by Taylor Swift (It's really good :D)
I hope you enjoy ^.^
The next few days passed in a flurry of activities and fun. Even chillin' time was far from boring; they either wandered around doing whatever caught their eye or went back to the hotel and pigged out on room service.
On the Thursday, Puck and Burt went to a baseball game between two of their favourite teams. Kurt on the other hand opted to stay at the hotel. The other two understood, knowing that major sporting events made him uncomfortable and fully aware of the fact that he had barely been alone since they arrived. The other two had had time to themselves while Kurt went and did more activities. He was the perfect host, but it was exhausting him. When the two sports fanatics left, Kurt ordered popcorn and slipped a movie into the DVD player. Then he waited for the popcorn to arrive before pressing play
It was a good movie, although later he couldn't remember the plot at all because he spent most of it lost in his own thoughts.
Puck hadn't spoken to him about the kiss yet, they still laughed and joked together as if nothing was wrong but there was something in the air between them now and it was beginning to get awkward. Sometimes Kurt caught a look; a raised eyebrow or a flash of something undetermined in his eyes and Noah would turn away, refuse to meet his gaze. He wanted to know what it was, whether it meant anything or if he was just over thinking or even imagining it. He just didn't know what to do. Kurt sighed and switched off the TV, he just couldn't concentrate. But he knew with an iron clad certainty that this decision rested on Noah. Kurt was already out, and Puck saw (and used to participate) in the treatment that he got and it wouldn't be fair of Kurt to ask Noah to submit himself to that. It was a decision that Noah had to make alone. No matter what Kurt wanted. He liked Noah, he was pretty sure of that. He had felt the warning signs when Noah began to look after him, in the hospital and afterwards, butterflies in his stomach and a blush on his cheeks when he thought about him. But there was no point in acting on it; Puck was straighter than Finn, just less homophobic. So he assumed that the feelings would fade like they had for Finn, and in the meantime enjoy his friendship; but Noah never did anything wrong. He didn't lose his temper at him, or avoid touching him and he was always there when he needed him (so in that way he was unlike Finn), he was also smarter, although that wasn't a very difficult task in of itself. He was kinder and funnier and less sure than he would ever let on in school.
And then there was that kiss. It had been a huge surprise that Noah was even considering that he may be anything other than straight. But the kiss had been wonderful, it had been a question, shy and pleading, so unlike Puck who demanded for things. Unfortunately, Kurt had been too shocked to answer. All he could do now was wait and hope that Noah had gotten the message.
Kurt sighed and got up, only to flop back down again, not knowing what else to do. At least he and his dad were getting along great. It was almost like the old days, they were gaining closeness again and Kurt was happy. The fear had almost completely gone now, and even if it was still there it was easy enough to ignore. Kurt was so glad he had suggested this holiday; it was just what they all needed to sort themselves out. Kurt rubbed at his temple where he could feel a headache coming on; maybe he shouldn't have stared at the T.V for so long.
He wondered about the game, and how Noah and his father were getting along, he had seen them exchange glances and had wondered what that meant. He assumed that Burt had figured out he liked Noah and was giving him the famous 'I own a shotgun' talk. Kurt grinned to himself, almost wishing he could see Noah's face. Then he shook himself I can't be sure that he will choose me he sighed and rubbed his hand over his hair I don't see why he would choose me he thought sadly, he picked out some more popcorn only to drop it back into the bowl. He wasn't very hungry any more. He decided to go and take a shower. Maybe have a nap to pass the time and cure the irritating headache; or perhaps a walk. Hopefully one of those things would distract him from Noah.
Noah cheered as his team scored a touchdown, just as Burt booed next to him; he laughed at the older man and teased his poor judgement in teams. Burt just glowered at him playfully and turned back to the game. Noah's thoughts drifted back to Kurt, who was back in their hotel room. Noah hadn't completely figured things out yet, and he could tell that it was making Kurt uncomfortable. He knew that the countertenor caught some of his looks, and he wasn't sure if he liked it or not. That was the problem. Noah Puckerman had NEVER doubted the possibility of someone liking him before. After all, he did own a mirror, and damn he looked good. So every girl within a five mile radius was attracted to him. But Kurt wasn't a girl, and Noah had no idea of his 'type' except Finn. Well, at least it used to be Finn. Puck was kinda similar, only less of a goofy douche bag ... Sometimes.
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After the game Burt bought hot dogs from a stand outside and they sat down on a bench to eat them. Burt was grumbling at his team losing the match but he couldn't be too mad because Noah wasn't gloating much. They munched companionably, Burt felt guilty as he did so, knowing that if Kurt ever found out about the hot dog, he would become one. Noah too was thinking about Kurt, but instead he was thinking about the kiss and what it meant.
After the hot dogs, they got a cab back to the hotel only to find a note from Kurt saying that he had gone for a walk, so they sat down on the sofa and polished off the popcorn in silence. The silence wasn't entirely comfortable. Burt and Noah had both figured out that they muddled along well enough together, but they only properly mixed when Kurt was in the middle, draining away any tension that otherwise would have occurred. Burt wondered how he ever could have wished for a son like Puck or Finn, as fun as it was on occasion to be able to go to a sports event without comments about the 'hideous uniforms', the contrasts between father and son made both of them more well rounded people, more appreciative and attentive to others. Kurt had done his father the world of good in that respect. He was far more tolerant now than he had been before Kurt was born, and he was much happier for it. So they sat in silence for a while until Burt switched the TV off with a sigh
'Look' he said, shifting in his seat to face Noah 'I want to know what's going on between you and my son' he noted with some satisfaction that a hint of a blush flared in the tanned boys cheeks.
'What do you mean?' he mumbled averting his gaze to stare at the carpet, Burt chuckled
'I'm not blind' he said gently 'you helped Kurt out when he was in a dark place, that's bound to have repercussions. Kurt is closer to you than he's ever been to anyone … except me' he added loyally to himself. Noah was still examining the periwinkle blue fibres of the floor but Burt knew he was listening, so he continued 'I also overheard your song to each other a few days ago and knew something had happened, but all that seems to have happened is you pushing each other away. So explain' Noah sighed and lifted his head, still not looking at Burt he stared at the blank TV screen instead.
'I kissed him' he confessed, feeling his face heat up. Ignoring Burt's splutter of indignation he turned to look at the older man pleadingly 'and I don't know what to do'
'What do you mean?' Burt asked gruffly, sure that if he was at home he would have already been loading the shotgun, but he hadn't been able to bring it on the plane. Instead of answering, Noah began singing, at exactly the same time Kurt silently slipped in the room; Noah jumped but didn't falter, instead directing the lyrics at Kurt. Burt backed into his own room and shut the door. He wasn't completely naïve; he knew that his son would find someone eventually. He had read the pamphlets after all, but it didn't make letting his little boy go any easier. But Puck was a good kid, and he wouldn't let Kurt down. That was what mattered.
'I like the way you sound in the morning
We're on the phone and without a warning
I realize your laugh is the best sound
I have ever heard'
Noah watched as a pink tinge crept into the countertenor's cheeks, a faint smile turning his lips up and Noah thinks back to how peppy Kurt is in the mornings. Always chirping like a bird, floating around gracefully while the other two men can manage only grunts. He had always despised morning people, but Kurt's happiness in the early hours is infectious and all Puck wants to do is jump out of bed so he can spend as much time as possible with the smaller boy. He opened his mouth to continue the song but Kurt beat him to it
'I like the way I can't keep my focus
I watch you talk, you didn't notice
I hear the words but all I can think is
We should be together'
So much for not pressuring him Kurt thought angrily at himself. But he couldn't bring himself to regret it when he saw Noah's face light up. Noah could feel his heart filling with … feeling for the boy standing in front of him, he had been through so much and always came back stronger, and now, Kurt had made the decision for him, not that there was much of a decision to make in the first place
'Every time you smile, I smile
And every time you shine, I'll shine for you'
It was true, they realised. Neither could be happy unless the other was. Noah had never felt this attuned to anyone before and Kurt had always shied away from connection.
'Whoa, I'm feeling you baby
Don't be afraid to jump then fall
Jump then fall into me
Baby I'm never gonna leave you
Say that you wanna be with me too
'Cause I'm gonna stay through it all
So jump then fall'
Kurt already knew that Noah would be there for him no matter what, he had been already, even though they had barely been friends then. Kurt loved that about Noah, his loyalty. Even though Kurt was merely in the same club as him he didn't walk away. Kurt also knew that he owed Noah big time, the jock had saved his life after all, and Kurt would do his best to repay that debt. He could never be grateful enough.
'Well I like the way your hair falls in your face
You got the keys to me, I love each freckle on your face
Oh, I've never been so wrapped up, honey
I like the way you're everything I ever wanted'
Puck had to laugh at that one, he knew perfectly well that Kurt's hair was his pride and joy, Kurt shared the grin, Noah didn't have many freckles at all, and none on his face.
'I've had time to think it over
And all I can say is come closer
Take a deep breath and jump
Then fall into me'
Kurt's face split into a wide smile at that, he stepped forward as Noah did, putting his hands up to the tanned boy's chest. He knew it was hard for Noah, it was a big step away from where he thought his life was headed, to admit that he liked another boy was a big lifestyle change, but it wouldn't change who Noah was, it was just him revealing a hidden depth to himself. Kurt would help him through all the awkward conversations with people, he owed him.
'Every time you smile, I smile
And every time you shine, I'll shine for you
Whoa, I'm feeling you baby
Don't be afraid to jump then fall
Jump then fall into me
Baby I'm never gonna leave you
Say that you wanna be with me too
'Cause I'm gonna stay through it all
So jump then fall'
Kurt couldn't think of a time before Noah now, well . . . he could, but he didn't like to. All of their years together in Glee and they had barely spoken, this connection could have happened so much sooner. Or not at all Kurt thought After all, it only happened because some Neanderthals decided to beat me up … and that only happened because my dad yelled at me, and that only happened because of the phone call. I have to thank whoever made that call
'The bottom's gonna drop out from under our feet
I'll catch you, I'll catch you
When people say things that bring you to your knees
I'll catch you
The time is gonna come when you're so mad that you could cry
But I'll hold you through the night until you smile'
It was a warning, from Kurt to Noah that it was a tough time ahead for him, not many people outside of Glee would accept him now, and he would forever be lumped with the school queer. Noah's arms tightened around Kurt's waist, reassuring the smaller boy that he didn't care about those things. That he would fight his way through every day, as long as Kurt was there at the end of it.
'Whoa, I need you baby
Don't be afraid please
Jump then fall
Jump then fall into me
Baby I'm never gonna leave you
Say that you wanna be with me too
'Cause I'm gonna stay through it all
So jump then fall'
As their voices faded into the air, their lips met, sealing a promise in both teens' hearts that they would always support each other. And they would never let the other fall.
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