A/N oooh, they are at nationals already! I wonder what the boys are going to do now they are in New York together?
On another note, if anyone would like me write a separate side story of Kurt and Blaine's week long holiday (which they are going to do over the summer) then please let me know and I'll comply. :)
Thanks to all the reviews, favourites, and follows. They are all great!
I don't own Glee or the characters.
Chapter twenty Six
The boys were in heaven, especially Kurt. New York felt like home to him. He was definitely going to come back here after he graduated. This was where he was going to spend the rest of his days. This was where he belonged. He and Blaine would grow old here together. He looked around in complete awe at the sights Times Square had to offer.
Blaine felt the euphoria coming off of Kurt in droves. To see him this euphoric made Blaine's heart soar. He really did belong in New York, and Blaine belonged wherever Kurt belonged. Home is where the heart is which meant that Kurt was his home after all.
The New Directions were all sitting on the steps in Times Square chatting and gossiping excitedly about what they should do now that they had finally got to New York. Blaine was on the phone however, trying to hear what was going on at the other end.
"You have to get me a souvenir." Jeff cried out, "Maybe a mini Statue of Liberty, or something from Tiffany's."
"Jeff, I am not going to get you anything from Tiffany's, do you know how expensive that shop is? Also, haven't you already been to New York before?"
"Yeah but I still wanna pressie? Please Blainey!" Jeff whined down the phone before it was snatched out of his hands by Nick.
"I'm so sorry about that Blaine. Anyway, tell Kurt that we are getting flights out on Friday so we can see the competition at the weekend."
"You're coming here? To watch us?" Blaine's questions prompted Kurt to lean closer to find out who was coming. He was nothing if not nosy. He mouthed 'who' to Blaine who put his hand onto Kurt's chest to indicate that he would explain once off the phone.
"Of course. You two are two of our closest friends. Plus, we kinda wanted a romantic weekend in New York. We've booked a lovely suite in the plaza and we're going to go on one of those horse drawn carriages in Central Park..." He heard Nick sigh at the thought of a romantic weekend away with his guy. Blaine blushed at that thought. He and Kurt had never had a romantic trip away. Ever. That was something Blaine was going to have to fix. Maybe Paris, for a week over the summer... that would be even better than just a weekend.
"Wow, that sounds, wow... Lucky Jeff."
"Aww, thanks. You should do something for Kurt too. You could take him to Tiffany's or something romantic like that. Or buy him something pretty from there! Oh my gosh Blaine, this is going to be so much fun. You have to phone us again when you have decided what to do with Kurt."
"I'll keep that in mind." Blaine replied laughing. Blaine then heard what appeared to be a struggle between two boys on the other end of the line before Wes was on the phone.
"Blaine, you doing ok at McKinley?"
"Yeah, it's going great, thanks. I do miss you though, all of you."
"We miss you too, so much. You are still coming to my graduation party aren't you? You and Kurt and the rest of New Directions?"
"Well, I can't speak for everyone, but Kurt and I will definitely be there."
"Great." Blaine and Wes talked for a bit more about how things were before saying goodbye and hanging up the phone.
"Who was that?" Kurt asked, innocently sitting and munching his sandwich whilst batting his eyelashes at Blaine.
"Nick, Jeff and Wes. Nick and Jeff are coming for a weekend away to New York and they are going to watch our competition. We also need to get Jeff a souvenir apparently. Wes also reminded me to tell everyone about his graduation party."
"Really they are coming? That's great! Wait, why do we need to get Jeff a souvenir then?" Kurt looked puzzled.
"It's Jeff." Blaine dryly remarked, "Who knows. It's probably better not to ask."
"That's totally true." Kurt bit into his sandwich once more and turned back to his conversation with his friends, reminding them all about Wes' party, at which they all cheered, whilst they waited for Mr Shue to figure out where their hotel was. Blaine just looked at Kurt, a dreamy expression over his face. Maybe he should get Kurt something from Tiffany's after all as Nick suggested...
When they finally got to the hotel they found that they were placed in two rooms. One for the boys and one for the girls which meant that Blaine and Kurt were in the same room. Mr Shue didn't seem to be fazed with the thought of two gay boys sharing a room. Maybe it was because they would be sharing it with all the other boys so he didn't think anything would happen. Whatever the reasons, Blaine and Kurt were ecstatic that they could room together. They rushed into the room and picked beds next to each other before both sitting down on Blaine's bed and looking at the room service and what the hotel had to offer. The other boys just sloped into the room and in the end, Sam ended up on the bed next to Blaine's, which he didn't mind as they were bros.
After a few minutes Mr Shue entered the room with the girls in tow and told them all that they needed to think of and write two songs ready for sectionals. He told them that he had a few errands he had to run and that he would be back later. Blaine knew that they were not prepared and so would definitely not be winning. He did not really care about the competition though, he just wanted to spend his time in New York with Kurt and have as many wonderful experiences with him as he could. Kurt looked so excited he was practically bouncing around. He turned to Blaine and whispered to him.
"Do you think we will have time to see New York at all. I really want to see Tiffany's, and the Statue of Liberty, and so many other things."
"I'm sure we can sneak out and have a date or two." Blaine replied, leaning his head on Kurt's shoulder and sighing happily.
"Hey, you two. You gonna help or just stare lovingly into each others eyes." Puck sniggered at their lovestruck expressions. He loved the boys with all his heart, but they were really easy to tease sometimes.
"The second." Kurt responded nuzzling into Blaine further and kissing him chastely on the lips. The two boys were mocking the others back, but they weren't to know that.
"Come on dudes. I really don't want to see my little brother making out in front of me." Finn looked a little green at the thought of watching them make out. It wasn't that he was homophobic, he just didn't want to see his brother making out, period. It would not have mattered who.
"Leave them be, they are really cute." Rachel, of all people, stood up to defend the couple, her romantic side getting the better of her.
Kurt and Blaine just snuggled together on the bed and mulled over a pad of paper given to them by Mr Shue before he left, not really thinking of any ideas, in between kissing occasionally. Lost in their own love for each other.
After spending the day wondering around New York after listening to Brittany's amusing yet uninspiring song about her cup, seeing the sights with Kurt and the other members of New Directions, Blaine was ready to get back to their rooms. All of them had staggered back to their rooms, just as exhausted as Blaine felt. Blaine had sneaked away at one point with Tina in tow to help pick something out from Tiffany's for Kurt. Tina had promised to keep the present a secret and Blaine was going to give it to Kurt after nationals were over.
Now back in their rooms resting, the boys were sitting around, lost in thought. None of them could think of anything inspiring to write for a song at nationals. Kurt had given up and gone to spend time with the girls at this point, leaving Blaine to hang out with the guys. He was playing snap with Sam, who was scoffing a huge bag of cheetos.
"Hey um guys, can I ask you something?" Finn hesitantly asked, turning around in his seat from his place on his desk. He was the only one in the room actually trying to write a song at this point in time. " I just think that one of our songs should be a duet between me and Rachel..."
"I just wanna win." Mike responded, he was creating paper planes out of leftover paper from trying to write songs that had been strewn around the room. "We all know you two doing a duet is our best shot at that." All the boys hummed in agreement with that, although Blaine knew that them doing a duet was probably what cost them a place at nationals in the first place. Nevertheless, he knew that Finn and Rachel needed to sort everything out and this was the way for them to do it, so he said nothing.
"Dude, do we win if they do a duet?" Sam whispered to Blaine, none of the other boys hearing. Blaine shook his head at Sam. Sam shrugged and went back to playing snap again with the dark haired boy. Obviously winning or losing was not an issue for Sam.
"Awesome." Finn looked happy at that and was going to go back to writing his duet when Puck spoke up.
"Ok, can we just talk about the Jewish elephant in the room." Puck asked, lounging on the sofa. "Ask her out dude."
"Who Rachel? But she's totally into Jesse right now."
"You're in New York, the city of love." Puck pushed further.
"I always thought that was Paris." Sam asked with a mouthful of cheetos, looking confused at Blaine. Blaine nodded his head at Sam to say that he was, in fact, right.
"Anything is possible here. You can ask her out tonight. Take her out on one of those big, awful dates you see in those unwatchable romantic comedies that you grow a vagina if you watch all the way through." Puck told Finn, desperately trying to get his best friend back on track.
"Hey, I like those films." Blaine replied, trying to sound offended, but wasn't really. That was just how Puck spoke. He still flung a pillow at him though.
"See, my point exactly." Puck grinned at Blaine. Blaine, his mouth open wide, grabbed another pillow and started pillow fighting with Puck, both boys giggling.
Sam, from his position on the floor, ignored the two boys pillow fighting, even though he was sorely tempted to join in. "This is your shot dude. If I was in love with a girl and wasn't homeless, I'd totally go for it."
Finn looking thoughtful, took his phone out to text Rachel about meeting up for a work date tonight. As he did this, both Sam and Mike decided to join in with the pillow fight between Blaine and Puck, which was starting to become an epic battle.
Later on, when the pillow fight had ended, Blaine went next door to fetch Kurt and asked if he wanted to go out for a bite to eat. Kurt, his eyes wide at the thought of going on a proper New York date with his boyfriend, looked astronomically happy. He hugged Blaine tightly and told him that he was going to go change and get ready.
Forty minutes later, Kurt emerged from the bathroom ready and changed for their date and Blaine was thankful. Although Kurt looked beyond gorgeous in his new outfit, Blaine was starving. It was nearly nine in the evening after all. Taking Kurt's hand in his own, the two strolled out into the night air and decided they would wonder till they found somewhere that looked good. Finding a cosy looking little Italian place, Blaine, who was ravenous by this point, dragged Kurt in, who was squealing a little due to the strength of Blaine's pull on his arm.
After being taken to their table by the waitress on shift, they took a seat in their assigned corner table of the candlelit room, both excited at the prospect of being able to be so open in their relationship. They both tried not to be too open about their relationship in Lima as it was not the most friendly atmosphere for two young gay men. But here, in New York, they could be open and honest and it was like a breath of fresh air for them. They had never been able to walk down the street holding hands and kiss outdoors in the middle of a park without wondering if they would be safe to do so.
"This is wonderful Blaine. I'm so glad we are doing this." Kurt looked around at the romantic atmosphere of the place and snuggled closer to his paramour.
"So am I sweetie. It's really great to be able to do this. I think if we were like this in Breadstix they would probably chuck us out."
"Well, that isn't going to happen here. I love this place. It feels like home to me already. Like I belong here. This is where I should be. Blaine, I... I want to move here after graduating. I don't know how you feel about that but, I really feel that I'm supposed to be here."
"It's ok Kurt, I get it. I love New York too. Anywhere that you are is home to me, so New York will be my home too."
"Aww, Blaine. You mean that? Thank you so much." Kurt hugged Blaine and gave him a quick kiss on the mouth.
The boys looked at their menu's in silence for a couple of minutes before Kurt turned and looked at his Blaine. His lips curled up in a smile as he took in the boy that had declared that Kurt was his home. Kurt couldn't believe that someone could ever love him that much, that they would go anywhere to be with him. His beautiful boy, with the golden eyes and lashes that appeared to be endless to Kurt. Blaine's eyes were definitely Kurt's favourite feature of Blaine. Apart from his kindness, honesty, compassion and generosity, of course. Sighing, Kurt took his boys hand in his, pure contentment in his heart. He would never love anyone as much as he loved his Blaine.
When Blaine looked up and gave Kurt his heart stopping grin, Kurt asked him a question.
"Am I really home to you?"
"Yes. You always were and always will be." Kurt gave his boyfriend another kiss before turning back to his menu.
They talked and gossiped throughout the rest of the date, which both thought was the perfect end to a perfect day.
Blaine was nudged awake the next day. Blaine hated being nudged awake. Especially when he was tired. Kurt and he hadn't gotten back until the early hours of the morning from their date as they took a stroll around central park after eating.
"Blaine?" Kurt whispered into his ear. All the other boys appeared to still be asleep as well. Only Kurt was completely awake and looking rather fetching in his suit that he had on, his hair puffed up to look even bigger then normal.
"What is it Kurt? I'm kinda sleeping here."
"Guess where I have just been." Kurt sounded practically hyper and was bouncing on the bed jostling Blaine. Blaine groaned a bit and pulled his pillow over his head. He really didn't want to get up right now. "Blaine! Guess." Kurt whined a little louder, pulling at his boyfriend playfully. He had tried to get him up earlier to come with him but Blaine had been completely out for the count which was why he took Rachel with him instead.
"Where?" Groaned Blaine from under his pillow.
"You have to guess." Kurt bounced a little bit more in exhilaration.
"I don't know Kurt. The Empire State?"
"No silly, try again."
"Tiffany's for breakfast." Blaine sighed, remembering after racking his brain at what Kurt told him he did last time.
"Yes good guess. I took Rachel since you were dead to the world. Then we snuck into the Gershwin theatre, where we, and I swear this is true, sang on the stage. It was amazing. The Broadway stage. Oh Blaine, I totally want to be on that stage performing one day. It was magical."
"I'm glad you had fun without me." Blaine smiled sleepily at Kurt, rubbing his eyes to try and wake up a bit more.
"It would have been even more fun if you had been there." Kurt pouted a little, but was too happy to keep it up for long.
"I'm sorry honey. Maybe next time we are in New York we can do something spontaneous and fun together." Kurt moved to snuggle into his boyfriend and breathed in his scent as he laid his head on top of Blaine's naked chest.
"That would be nice." Kurt smiled happily into Blaine's chest and closed his eyes. Blaine chuckled a little and wrapped his arms around the boy he loved more than any one else in this world.
"Do you think that any of the guys are going to get up soon?" Blaine asked looking around at the silence in the room.
"No, I do not. I think the only people up right now are us and Rachel. Even Mr Shue was nowhere to be seen." Kurt replied, perfectly blissful to just lay in Blaine's arms for a while. Which is what they did for another hour and a half, when Mr Shue walked in to find them all still asleep and woke everyone up to get back to work on their preparations for nationals.
A few days later they had come up with two songs and choreographed a dance routine to both. Feeling as prepared as they could muster, the New Directions in their outfits glanced around in wonder as they soaked in the sight of the National Championship tournament. They were there, they had done it.
Kurt took Blaine's hand in his own and tugged him slightly so Blaine leaned into him a little.
"What's wrong my angel?" Blaine asked a little worried. "Are you nervous?"
"No, I just... Do you think we can really win? We have only practised these songs all the way through three times."
Blaine sighed. He knew that they were not going to win, but he really wished that it could change for Kurt. He couldn't lie to him however.
"No, I don't. But this is the first time we have got here and there are fifty other groups here. Winning would be an exceptional achievement. Even if we don't win this year doesn't mean we won't get another chance though. You never know, maybe we will win next year." Blaine whispered back to his guy. Kurt nodded, he had basically thought the same thing but hadn't wanted to admit it out loud. They were not prepared enough. Kurt didn't care though. He had already gotten enough this year, he was not going to be selfish and wish for more. He had gotten Blaine, and that was far more than he ever thought possible. He was one lucky person.
"Blaine, Kurt!" The two boys turned to see Nick and Jeff waving at them. They ran up and gave the two boys a hug and wished them luck. They wouldn't be able to come into the green room area with them so they bid their goodbyes and said that they would meet up again after the competition. Jeff gave them both a humongous hug, wiping the tears from his eyes at the fact that his friends were here competing at national level, which they totally deserved.
"Good luck!" Jeff called out one final time before Nick dragged him away to take their seats. After that the members of New Directions went to their green room to prepare for their competition.
The New Directions had performed their pieces, with Rachel and Finn kissing after the first song, and were now waiting in the lobby for the announcement of the top ten into the showcase. Blaine was buying a T shirt for Cooper as he had asked for one when they had talked on the phone last. When Blaine heard Kurt squealing and bounding up to him he quickly finished paying for his shirt and went over to meet the boy.
"Blaine the board with the top ten is up. Come on, everyone else is going to see the board. This is so exciting. I can't wait to see our name on there!" Kurt jumped up and down before dragging Blaine off towards the board. Once they had reached it, they could see the looks of shock and dismay over the faces of their friends. They had not made it into the top ten.
"Never mind honey. We still have next year." Blaine patted Kurt softly on the back.
"Yeah we do, don't we." Kurt turned and hugged Blaine tightly and stray tear escaping his face to betray that he was a little disappointed. We will definitely win next year, I'll make sure of it.
They spotted Nick and Jeff on the sidelines, waiting patiently. Blaine told Kurt that he would go break the news and Kurt nodded silently before turning and commiserating with his friends.
"Hey guys."
"Did you get through. We thought your team were really good. Although the tall guy and the short girl maybe shouldn't have kissed though." Jeff asked, looking hopeful.
Blaine shook his head. "Nah, we didn't get through. It doesn't matter though. I mean, we got to perform at nationals right? You had a good time too, didn't you?"
"Totally, didn't we Nick?" Jeff nodded enthusiastically. It had been great fun watching all the amazing performances today.
"Sorry to hear that Blaine, we thought you were a shoe in for the top ten at least." Nick comfortingly added.
"Well, there is still next year. Anyway, you two should go have that romantic weekend that you have planned. You better tell me all about it when you get back too." Blaine playfully shoved them towards the doors.
"Thanks Blainers. We'll catch up with you soon." Nick hugged his close friend and he and Jeff took off, telling Blaine to report their commiserations for the team. Blaine jogged back to his team that looked like they were about ready to pack up and go back to the hotel. Some looking resigned, some a little angry and some had just accepted that it was not New Directions year to win that year.
After Santana had stopped shouting at Rachel and calmed down. The team decided as a whole to get changed and go out for a celebratory meal, despite losing. They were only in New York for one more evening so they thought they would make the most of it. Even if some were still a little angry at the others. Blaine had just finished putting the finishing touches to his outfit and was getting ready to go, when Kurt grabbed his arm gently.
"Blaine, can we stay behind for a few minutes. I want to talk to you about something." Kurt looked at Blaine, a serious expression on his face. Blaine gulped nervously. What could Kurt want to talk to me about in private? Please let it be good, please. After everything I've been through to get Kurt back...
"Sure." Blaine replied quietly and twisted around to say that they would catch them up later. Sam looked back at him with an 'everything ok?' look, to which Blaine smiled tentatively and shrugged a little to indicate that he didn't know. He went and sat on his bad, looking down at his feet, waiting for whatever was to come, his heart beating rapidly in his chest.