The following evening, Kurt pulled up to Blaine's house. His eyes widened as he took in the mansion laid out in front of him. He took a deep breath as he rang the doorbell. He chuckled slightly when less than a minute later, Blaine swung the door open enthusiastically.

"Hi Kurt. T-these are for you." Blaine said, shifting in his spot holding out a bouquet of mixed flowers. Kurt smiled warmly as he accepted them.

"Thank you Blaine. They're beautiful." He blushed as he leaned his nose into the bouquet to smell all of the different scents that came together to create one beautiful scent. 'Just like us.'

Kurt smiled and took a second to take in Blaine. He had his hair gelled expertly to his head. His beautiful eyes were unhidden since he was wearing his contacts. His cheek was still bruised and swollen, but the cut his chin was already looking less angry. He was dressed in a grey striped sweater with a crisp, white button down underneath. He had a grey bowtie that matched his sweater. His dark wash jeans hugged his legs over his grey loafers.

"You look great, by the way." Kurt commented and smiled wider as Blaine blushed.

"Thanks. You do too." They stood there, smiling at each other for a moment longer before Blaine spoke again, "Are you ready to go?"

Kurt nodded and took Blaine's warm hand and led him to the car.

XXXX

Thirty minutes later, the boys were munching on their salads while seated in a booth in the middle of Breadstix. They were having easy conversation and Kurt couldn't keep the grin off his face or the butterflies out of his stomach.

Kurt laughed heartily as Blaine recalled the previous night with his friends. 'They really sound like fun. That's good for Blaine.'

"I still can't believe Finn kept his mouth shut about this." Kurt said shaking his head slightly.

"It wasn't without effort. I could see him almost literally itching to shout it out through the whole conversation. It was good of him though." Blaine said back with a little laugh.

XXXX

They took their time to enjoy their meal and each other's company. As they finished up their cheesecake an hour and a half later, Kurt smiled at Blaine and reached across the table. Blaine's eyes widened in shock and it made Kurt attempt to stifle a laugh. He traced his thumb across the corner of Blaine's mouth, wiping away a bit of stray raspberry sauce that had accompanied their dessert. They smiled fondly at each other as Kurt wiped his thumb clean on a napkin.

Kurt was struck by truly how comfortable he felt when he was with Blaine. He didn't feel like he had to say something all the time. He didn't feel the need to hide anything. He felt free. At this realization, his heart fluttered as he took Blaine's hand as they exited the restaurant.


When they got near Kurt's car, Blaine turned to look at Kurt. He cleared his throat before speaking up, "Hey Kurt? We could go to the park if you want. There's a nice walk path and a pond where the ducks like to swim. I-If you want to, I mean. I-If you have something else to do it's totally fine. I understand."

Blaine saw Kurt's mouth twitch into a smile as he squeezed Blaine's fingers slightly, "Yeah, Blaine. I'd really like that. It'll be nice to walk off some of those carbs we just inhaled."

Both boys chuckled at that statement as they reluctantly released their grip on each other's hands to enter the car.

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Half an hour later, Blaine and Kurt were walking along the path of the park near Blaine's house. They were strolling, holding hands and chatting quietly. Blaine felt his heart lighten every time he looked at Kurt or felt him rubbing circles on the back of his hand. He laughed softly when Kurt squealed loudly as he saw a family of ducks swimming peacefully on the pond in the moonlight.

On their third pass through the park, Blaine spotted a bench in the middle of the open field. He tugged on Kurt's arm and smiled.

"You want to go sit over there?" He asked nodding to the bench.

Kurt smiled and nodded.

'I can't believe we are actually doing this. I can't believe we are on a date right now. I never would have imagined this a month ago. I'm so glad we are taking the chance, I don't know what we were thinking before.'

As they settled on the bench, sides pressed close together, hands clasped, Blaine looked up to the stars. He smiled and sighed contentedly.

He felt eyes on him and he turned to see a smiling Kurt staring at him.

"Do you sit outside often? Looking at the stars, I mean. You look like you've just seen the most beautiful thing ever." Kurt said in wonder.

Blaine blushed and smiled. "Well, I did just see the most beautiful thing ever. But the stars don't compare." Kurt's eyes widened and his smile grew impossibly wider. 'Cheesy. Bad Blaine. You know better. That'll never win him over.' "To answer your question, I do enjoy sitting outside. We have a good size backyard, so a lot of evenings I like to take a blanket out there and watch the stars. During the days sometimes I watch the clouds." Blaine shrugged, "It's really calming."

Kurt nodded his head and turned his face to look at the stars. It was Blaine's turn to observe the boy next to him. 'Beautiful.'

XXXX

After another half hour of sitting on the bench watching the stars and talking quietly, Kurt shifted slightly in his seat. Blaine could feel that his butt was asleep as well from sitting on the solid surface for too long.

"Yeah, that's the bummer about the park, the benches aren't very comfortable. Especially compared to a comfy blanket." Blaine said with a wink as he stood, bringing Kurt with him.

"Yeah, you'd think they would have thought about that upon placing those awful things." Kurt said and playfully kicked the bench.

They descended into a fit of giggles as they made their way back to the car. Blaine had never felt freer. He loved the way he could easily joke with Kurt and hold his hand tightly. 'Could this night get any better?'


As Kurt drove back to Blaine's house, he felt his stomach sink a little. He didn't want the night to be over. When they pulled up to Blaine's house, Kurt got out to accompany him to the front door. He noticed how Blaine blushed a little as they rejoined hands for the short walk.

When they reached the front door, Blaine turned to face Kurt.

"I had a really great time tonight. I'm glad we decided to do this." Blaine said.

Kurt smiled widely, "Yeah me too. I really like spending time with you."

"Same here." Blaine replied.

There was a momentary lapse in conversation. Usually such gaps were comfortable, this one sent Kurt's mind into a haze. There was an undeniable tension pulling Kurt to Blaine. He locked eyes with Blaine and realized Blaine obviously felt it also. It was thicker than in the hotel room the weekend prior. Kurt's eyes flickered to Blaine's full lips quickly before gazing back into Blaine's eyes. The look in those honey-hazel orbs before him was a swirl of adoration and lust and kindness.

'It's only our first date. Too soon. Don't ruin this. He's special. Don't lose him.'

Kurt leaned forward and captured Blaine in a tight hug. He felt Blaine's arms wrap around him securely as Blaine sighed. They held each other tightly for a few minutes before Kurt began to pull away.

He locked eyes with Blaine again and the tension was almost too strong, but he withheld.

"Bye Blaine. I'll see you tomorrow for tutoring. Maybe we can talk about doing something like this again when we meet up tomorrow?" Kurt asked hopefully.

Blaine smiled and nodded. "Sounds good, drive safe."

"Thanks," Kurt said as Blaine opened the door to his home.

When Kurt returned to his car, he smiled broadly. The scent of his flower bouquet had filled his car and the butterflies in his stomach didn't subside.

XXXX

When he returned home, his father greeted him at the door.

"Hey kiddo! How'd it go?" Burt was nearly jumping with excitement.

Kurt laughed, "It went really well. Here, follow me so I can put these in water." He said as he walked into the kitchen to dig out a vase and fill it with water.

"Did he get those for you?"

"Yeah, he had them when I went to pick him up."

Kurt turned to smile at his father and his expression immediately fell when he saw Burt wipe away a tear.

"You're just so grown up, Kurt." Burt said through his tears.

Kurt smiled and walked over to his father and enveloped him in a hug.

"I'm going to go to bed. I have tutoring in the morning." Kurt said as he retrieved his flowers to bring to his room.

"Goodnight kiddo. I'm happy for you."

"Thanks dad."


The next morning as Blaine sat in the coffee shop awaiting Kurt's arrival he ran his plan through his mind one last time. He heard the bell over the front door of the shop ring as Kurt entered and Blaine couldn't help the smile that found its way onto his face. He felt his cheeks warm as he saw Kurt return the wide smile.

"Good morning Blaine!" Kurt said cheerily as he arrived at their table, fresh coffees in hand.

"Morning Kurt." Blaine said as he accepted his coffee from the boy across from him. "Long time no see."

Kurt chuckled, "Yeah. Too long." He said flirtatiously, making Blaine blush again.

"Yeah, uh, so I was wondering if this weekend, i-if you were, uh, busy or if you wanted to do something?" Blaine said. 'Not as smooth as I had hoped. Is there a rewind function on life?'

Kurt smiled, "Yeah, I'm going to visit with my friends tonight, but tomorrow I'm free except the early morning when I need to help my dad at the garage. I get off at noon."

"Great. Do you want to come over after and I'll have a surprise ready for us?" Blaine said mischievously as he grinned to himself at how excited he was about his plan.

"Yeah, that sounds fun." Kurt replied, "What should I bring? What attire should I wear?"

Blaine shrugged, "Casual clothing and don't bring anything. I've got it covered."

Blaine couldn't help but bounce in his chair out of excitement. He heard Kurt chuckle softly.

"Well, with excitement like that I'd say I'm in for a treat."

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They spent the rest of the day doing the lessons and talking. Eventually, Blaine heard Kurt groan as his phone rang.

"Hold on Blaine," Kurt said as Blaine was talking about his brother's upcoming role that Cooper wouldn't shut up about. "Hello?...Yes Quinn… I already said I'd be there…N-no I'm not…I don-ugh! Fine…Yes. Bye." Kurt rolled his eyes in apparent annoyance as he ended the call.

'He doesn't seem happy. Why does he hang out with them if they don't make him happy?'

"Everything okay?" Blaine asked carefully.

Kurt sighed, "Yes and no. Yes because it's just the normal shit. No because I have to leave soon." Kurt practically pouted as he finished the sentence.

Blaine smiled sadly. "Yeah, it's okay though. You'll have fun with your friends."

Kurt sighed again, "I wish I could bring you with me tonight."

Blaine nodded slowly, "Yeah. Not yet though. They don't like me so bringing me to some random get together without warning probably wouldn't be a good idea." Blaine tried to laugh off the truth.

Kurt bit his lip and shrugged, "It would be kind of fun though. Just to be able to show them who makes me happy every time I'm in their presence."

Blaine blushed and smiled, "You make me happy, too."

Kurt grabbed Blaine's hand and Blaine felt his insides warm. 'If only we could show the world. Someday. For now, this is perfect.'


Kurt huffed in annoyance as he walked away from Karofsky and Azimio; they were seeing who could shotgun the most beer without throwing up. Azimio lost. As Kurt was about to step outside to privately text Blaine and get some fresh air Santana stopped him. She had Quinn at her side.

"Hummel. Tell us what's going on. You are acting like a class A bitch tonight." Santana snarked at Kurt.

Kurt rolled his eyes, "I'm not acting like a bitch. I was just awake early this morning so I'm tired and have a headache." 'They'll never know I'm lying. They won't even care.'

"Oh yeah! I almost forgot about that. How's the nerd doing? Maybe that's what's wrong with you. Has he turned you into a nerd as well?" Quinn quipped.

Kurt felt his insides bubble in anger. 'Don't talk about my Blaine like that, bitch. You want to see me in bitch mode? Keep it up.'

"He's actually not that bad. He's nice and doesn't give me shit when I don't feel like putting on a phony smile." Kurt snapped, causing both girls to raise their eyebrows.

"Wooooow" Santana said in an exaggeratedly bitchy tone. "What, do you want to get in his pants or something now? What the hell Kurt?"

"Seriously he is the biggest nerd ever and he has turned you soft. First you don't let us slushie him, then you run over to hug him at the mall and now you're defending him? What makes you think this is acceptable behavior? If you continue this streak he will pull you down to the bottom of the pile. Do you really want that?" Quinn said with an icy tone.

'FUCK YOU! You don't fucking know him like I do. He is amazing and talented and I would be happy to be at the bottom if it meant being with him. He understands me and makes me happy; something neither of you have ever done and will never do.'

"No. But he re-"

"Good. God I can't wait for this summer to be over and order restored." Quinn said as she turned on her heel toward the kitchen to get another drink.

Kurt felt tears stinging the back of his eyes as he realized what he had done. He had turned his back on Blaine. He didn't stand up for him like he should have. 'I don't deserve him. He deserves better.'


A/N: I don't own Glee nor its characters. So...I know this chapter sort of sped along but I'm REALLY excited about next chapter. It really focuses on what happens the next day and I'm excited for y'all to see it! Thanks to everyone who favorited/began following this story since last chapter! Special thank you to those who took a moment to review last chapter! I really appreciate the feedback! :) What do y'all suppose Blaine has up his sleeve? MUAH!