The Asian Mystery Chapter 38: The End for now, a glee fanfic

Part 38

Kurt was watching the room that was now getting very bare on one half. All Kurt's stuff was still there but Wes had nothing left. He had brought all his stuff home. He just had the most necessary stuff left, but they'd disappear today. It was Wes graduation day. The first thing they'd do today was go to the Warbler Hall and elect a new chairman.

Kurt was waiting for Wes to come out of the bathroom. Kurt was anxious to see the Dalton Academy graduation gowns. He wanted to know if they were tacky or not. He had told Wes the day before that if it was red he'd groan and if it was navy blue he'd sigh. Kurt was looking out the window, feeling a bit sad. I mean… today his boyfriend would leave Dalton, he wouldn't be there when they came back next year and the Warblers would have to depend on each other more than ever when Wes wasn't there to help pull them through hard times.

"What do you think", a voice asked behind him and Kurt spun around and smiled.

Wes stood in the doorway, graduation cap in his hand but the gown was on. It was black and red scarf (don't know the real name for it) that Wes had draped over his shoulders. The cap was black as well but Kurt saw that the inside was navy blue, he also noticed that the tuft, or whatever it was called, was red as well. He also noticed that Wes had a golden ring on his right hand. Wes smiled at Kurt.

"Well", he asked. "Kurt do I look okay or is it so bad that you can't find words for it?"

"No", Kurt said and smiled before hurrying up to Wes and hugged him. "You look amazing."

"Thank you love", Wes answered and hugged him back.

"What are you wearing underneath", Kurt asked curiously.

"You'll see at the party", Wes said and winked. He took Kurt's hand and looked around the room. "I will miss this and you so much."

"I'll miss it too… but if we're lucky Joseph will be my new roomy next year… or Mike."

"Yeah that would be awesome. Promise me to keep an eye on my brothers."

"Two eyes, as often as I can."

Wes smiled and wiped away a single tear.

"I will miss being able to just hold you and them at any second I want when I'm away", he said and Kurt took his hand.

"We will miss that too, don't doubt that", he said. "Now come on Mr. Graduate. Time to great the rest of the Warblers."

The Warblers were all sitting around the Warbler Hall, watching the council table… which was empty. David and Thad were not going to sit there until a new chairman had been chosen. The others could then chose to keep them on or exchange them. But all eyes were on the middle-chair at the table. Wes' chair.

John knew that he was going to miss the guy something awful. Wes was such a support to them all and it would be hard to go on without him. He was their leader and big brother. John only had sisters, who were all older than him, so having an older brother at Dalton had been like heaven. He would miss that a lot. He knew he'd always have the other older boys to turn to if he needed older-brother-advices and Wes was only a phone call away after all. But he would still miss him greatly. But John also decided something. He'd try to act more like Wes next year, if he could handle it. Wes was one of a kind after all.

Luke watched the chair and felt a bit sad. Wes was the kind of guy you could always count on and always liked, after just meeting him for a short moment. Luke remembered his first meeting with the graduate. Wes had been sitting behind the council table as a judge and Luke had been so nervous he felt like throwing up. Everyone had been watching him… well Thad, Wes and David that is. They were the council and the only ones there. But Luke was still nervous because he knew that the other Warblers were beyond the doors. Wes had stood up from his seat and walked up to him, told him to take deep breath and relax. Because no one here was doubting him, they knew he could do it if he wanted to. Luke had nodded and done what Wes told him, the rest is history. Luke will give those advices next year, if he meets nervous auditioners.

Trent would miss Wes so much, the older boy had always been there for him and when he came to Dalton… a wreck because of severe bullying, Wes was one of the first to greet him, with a big smile and open arms. Trent had been 'attacking' people verbally because that was the only way he knew how to get through the day. He had met Thad in the corridor, well Thad had run into him and had asked for forgiveness and Trent blew up in his face. Trent had started yelling stuff at him, insulting him and the like. He'd seen the older boy pale and look visibly sick. While Trent had been yelling Wes had appeared behind him. Trent had said to Thad that he was a despicable human being. Wes had said sharply, but not unkind, that it was the other way around. Trent had then blown up in his face, yelling stuff at him. Wes' reply? A smile and a hug. Trent had fought it at first but when Wes had started to whisper soothing words to him he broke down and clung to the, then, junior. Trent had had the first real contact with another boy in many years. Wes hadn't backed away from him in disgust. He'd taken the initiative to pull him into a hug. He had been inviting and not pushing away like others always did. Trent had decided to be more like Wes after that and he would try even harder next year to be like Wes, since Wes was not going to be there. He will reach out to those in need and help them, because as Wes has shown them, everyone deserves a second chance.

Frank Connors was sad that Wes leaving but he was also happy. He was happy that Wes got the chance to fulfill all his dreams and not have to care so much about everyone else. They'll all turn to him at one point or another of course, but it would be easier to turn to someone at this school instead of calling Wes up. If someone deserved some peace and quiet it was Wes, he worked so much that it was a wonder he hadn't collapsed long ago. Frank was happy he could count Wes as his friend and he was feeling proud to know that Wes would call him the same if asked. The Warblers being rock stars and all was sweet, but Wes was the guy you wanted to be a friend of at this school. After all… Wes was the Dalton King and it would be damn hard to find a replacement for him, if possible at all.

Joseph wished his other brothers were like Wes. He wished they were friendly, sweet, understanding, loyal, trusty, calm, collected, cool, strong, fair, protective and comforting. His brothers were not like that, they would never listen to him if he had problems or comfort him if he was scared. Wes did and they weren't even related. Joseph had finally taken Wes' advice and was moving into Einstein. He hoped he'd room with Kurt because and he was ashamed of admitting it, it would feel as if he was close to Wes still. The room breathed of him and smelt like him and Kurt. So when Joseph moved in he'd feel that Wes was still there, with them. There to protect and comfort. Joseph would miss him and especially how he would always listen to two sides of a story before judging someone… mostly anyway. Joseph would miss that guy something awful and knew he'd cry when they said goodbye and he would not be ashamed of it.

James was so happy that Wes was okay again, his mentor was back to his awesome self. James was one of the most quiet Warblers, but that was because he was really shy. His greatest wish was to be more like Wes and he had studied the older boy over the years he'd known him. Wes wasn't aware of the fact that he was James' mentor, the boy hadn't dared to ask him. James and Wes were alike in many ways, but different in many others. James had trouble keeping his head cool in conflicts or fights. Wes always, mostly, kept his cool. James would miss that feeling of safeness that came with Wes. He would miss having the guy around to help out when need be. He would miss him for other things too, but he would mostly miss the feeling of safeness that Wes always brought into a room. He'd miss his friend.

Jeff was telling everyone that he was not going to say good bye to Wes today, he'd say see you later. Jeff hated to say goodbye and Wes knew that. The older boy had been there for all of them so many times and he accepted them all for all their weird quirks. He never said goodbye to Jeff for example and he never sighed or rolled his eyes when James had to go out through the door and enter again because he entered with his left foot instead of the right. Wes accepted people for who they were and Jeff wished more people were like him. Wes never wanted to change you, only if you had a bad attitude or if you were hurting. It was partly thanks to Wes that Niff came to be. Wes had seen their obvious attraction and had paired them up at any chance he got. He also made sure to support both of them when they were still doubting the other's feelings. Wes was the kind of friend you wanted and Jeff was happy he had him. He would miss him something terrible.

Nick would also miss Wes. He'd miss his laughter and sense of moral. He'd also miss Wes hugs. He loved getting hugs by the older boy, he didn't know what it was about him that made him love them so much… but he did. This year Nick had worried a lot about his friend but knew that if Wes hadn't been there things would've been far worse. He remembered that day Mrs. Clearwater came into the room. Wes had without hesitation put himself in harm's way to keep his little brothers safe from her. Nick loved that Wes was so protective over them all and he'd miss that next year. He would miss his big brother so much. Without Wes the Warblers wouldn't really be the Warblers. But he knew why Wes was leaving and he was happy that he got a chance to live his own life. Nick knew that Wes would be a big artist someday. Broadway was already open to him so there was no stopping him and Nick was not going to try.

Blaine loved Wes, he really truly loved him, as a brother though. Wes had always come through for him, always tried to pull him back if need be… always came to bring him back to his real family. Without Wes Blaine knew he'd most likely be dead a long time ago. Wes was the person that he loved most in the world after his boyfriend David. To see Wes go would be really hard but also really good. Blaine figured that the Warblers had to learn to stand on their own feet. Wes couldn't always be there. They'd need to learn to not need him as much. Wes would always be there for them if they needed him, but they had to learn how to figure stuff out on their own. Wes had his own life ahead of him now. Blaine was not going to be in his way. He had been before and that only caused him pain, he never ever wanted Wes to look at him with a "you let me down-look" on his face. That was the worst thing Blaine had ever endured. He could not stand Wes loathing him. He didn't want that. He wanted Wes' friendship and he knew he'd never lose it. Wes never just cut his bonds with people. Blaine knew he e-mailed or texted old friends from Warblers from the earlier years. Wes just couldn't stop loving people and care for people. And for that Blaine loved him even more.

Do you know what the most annoying thing with Wes is? Fred does. It's that he is always right! Wes is never wrong! He is always right and that is really annoying because when you are hurting you want him to be wrong when he figures out what things really is about. Fred could not describe how much Wes had actually done for him, he wasn't even sure Wes knows it. He'd hate to see his friend leave but he would hate it even more if Wes threw his future away to stay with them instead. If he did Fred would have to kick his ass… uh if that was even possible. They had a deep bond. The two of them and Thad. They had a bond of a kind no one else shared and even though Wes would be miles away that bond would still be as strong. Fred also knew that he'd have to be quick if he wanted to make Wes his best-man because Thad wanted that too.

Rock smiled thinking of the football games he'd played alongside Wes. If Wes was calm and collected outside of the field he was nothing like it on the field. On the field he was crazy like a kid on Christmas. He was full of energy and could barely stand still. He was a joy to have on the team because he was always in a good mood. The Eagles never really lost any games because they were such a good team and good friends. Rock felt a bit smug that he and just a few of the Warblers knew of Wes' childish side. The side he only showed on the field and in the locker-room. Wes showed off that side when he played tag with Mike whenever they played each other. The tag thing had also spread to other games. Wes always asked the other team's running back before the game started if it was okay if he tackled him and they played some weird tag. Eight boys out of ten agreed to the idea and it was always fun to watch the other team's reaction when Wes tackled their running back after the game or if the other teams running back tackled Wes. Rock could hear Wes' childish and happy laughter if he imagined a game going on. It made him smile and he would miss that more than anything else.

Do you know how it feels to be close to a born leader? David did. He sat beside one every Warbler meeting. Wes didn't need a gavel or to raise his voice to take complete control in a room. He didn't even have to win respect through fear. Wes worked for it in a way that gave him respect and increased his already big respect for other people and their thoughts. Wes was the best leader the Warbler could ask for. Thad and David could both get partial when decisions were to be made, but not Wes, never Wes. It was not for nothing they called him Mr. Morals. David wished he could be more like Wes and made a promise that if he ended up on the council again he'd be more like Wes. He'd lead like Wes wanted them to all along. Wes was one of David's best friends and a big support to him in life. Wes always helped him through hard times, even though David couldn't claim he'd done the same. But Wes didn't blame him for that, he just smiled if David mentioned it. David would miss him something terrible, nothing would really feel the same without Wes. David guessed he'd always wait for the Asian to walk back in through the door.

Thad didn't know how he'd ever be able to pay Wes back for everything the older boy had done for him. Wes had, on intuition, found him in that dumpster. He had stopped him on that roof because he had a hunch about what Thad was going to do and he kept saving him over and over again. Thad hated how broken he was and that it sometimes hurt his friends too. Like when Jeff was holding him upside down when they came back from regionals and threatened to put him in the pond if Thad didn't tell him of his plans to get back at Blaine. Thad freaked out and Wes had come to his rescue. Wes always came to his rescue. Thad didn't want to be so fragile and weak but he just couldn't help it. He nearly snorted because he could hear Wes yell at him for calling himself weak. It had happened before and Thad would miss having his guardian angel with him next year. But Fred was going to be there. His fiancée was going to be there for him next year and the years to come. Wes didn't know it but it was because of him that Fred and Thad came to be. Wes had sent Thad to get some sheets of paper for the next Warbler rehearsal. Thad went but Fred followed because it might be heavy and Thad had an injured wrist, which Wes didn't know about otherwise he'd never send him. They gotten to the supply closet and Thad had climbed onto a stool to get the paper. Fred went inside with him… and someone closed the door from outside with a bang. The thing was, when the door closed the lights died. Thad lost his balance and fell, but Fred caught him… but he also lost his balance and they fell to the ground. Fred was on his back and Thad lying on top of him. That's when they kissed for the first time, thanks to Wes. (Just so you guys know, it was Joseph that closed the door on purpose because he'd seen the attraction no one else had seen.) Thad would miss Wes so much and knew Wes would miss them too. Wes is leaving the school but he will never leave his place in Thad's heart. It is not possible.

Mike and Chris would miss their older brother something awful. Wes had always been there for them. He'd comforted them when they'd had nightmares. He'd play with them and made sure both had fun. Both of them agreed that they could never have gotten a better older brother than Wes. He was the best. The only thing that bugged them at times is the fact that Wes could be just a tiny, a wee, a little, a tad, a teeny weeny bit overprotective. Don't get them wrong they loved the fact that Wes would always come to protect them if need be. But it was annoying also. They would miss it though. They would miss Wes so much, it would feel like a big part of them was missing. It had always been them. The three Montchangs. They were each other's best friends. They would miss him and they knew Elijah would miss him too. But it was fantastic that Wes' life-long-dreams were getting fulfilled at last and who were they to stand in his way?

Kurt and Wes entered and saw their friends and family watch the council table gloomily. Wes turned to Kurt, smiled and then kissed his cheek. Afterwards he walked up to the table and leaned on it. No one seemed to notice.

"Wow", Wes said. "For once in my life I'm Mr. Cellophane because you guys are looking right through me."

"Wes?!" Everyone exclaimed and Wes smiled softly.

"Hi guys."

"Wow you look", Trent began and watched his friend in his graduation gown, the cap was resting on the council table. "You look…you look great."

"Yeah and all grown up", Mike teased. Wes snorted.

"Thanks Trent, Mike", he said. "Now what's with the long faces. Surely you won't miss me that much?"

"Of course we will", James said. "We love you."

"I love you guys too, which is why I am going to do this."He walked over to the piano. He sat down and started to play. Kurt sat down between Blaine and Thad. All eyes were on Wes. They all recognized the song and Wes started to sing:

You walked with me
Footprints in the sand
And helped me understand
Where I'm going

You walked with me
When I was all alone
With so much unknown
Along the way
Then I heard you say

I promise you
I'm always there
When your heart is filled with sorrow and despair
I'll carry you
When you need a friend
You'll find my footprints in the sand

Kurt had to wipe away tears from his eyes and he wasn't the only one. A few of the other Warblers were doing the same, Trent, Nick and Rock for example. Wes looked up and smiled before he sang:
I see my life
Flash across the sky
So many times have I been so afraid

And just when I
I thought I'd lost my way
You gave me strength to carry on
That's when I heard you say

The Warblers knew he sang this part to all of them, especially Kurt and his brothers.

I promise you
I'm always there
When your heart is filled with sorrow and despair
And I'll carry you
When you need a friend
You'll find my footprints in the sand

When I'm weary
Well I know you'll be there
And I can feel you
When you say

The Warblers all started to harmonize with him and it sounded fantastic. According to Kurt they'd never sound better. They all sang:

I promise you
Oh, I'm always there
When your heart is filled with sadness and despair
I'll carry you
When you need a friend
You'll find my footprints in the sand

When your heart is full of sadness and despair
I'll carry you
When you need a friend
You'll find my footprints in the sand – Wes took the last line alone and made a soft little piano thing before he stopped. The Warblers all cheered happily.

When Wes got up from the piano Jeff was the first to run up and hug him. Wes didn't say goodbye to them. He said see you later. Okay Jeff might have read into it a bit but Wes practically said he'd be there when they needed him and that classified as a see you later. At least in Jeff's book. Jeff's hug was so forceful Wes took a step backwards and tripped over the piano bench, he pulled Jeff with him on the way down. The Warblers all laughed, even Wes. He hugged Jeff, ruffled his hair and then made sure they both got up. Wes turned to face the room and smiled. Jeff started brushing off Wes' gown.

"So", Wes said. "Should we get down to business then?"

The Warblers all nodded. Wes cleared his throat and said:

"Since none of you has actually been part of the Warblers when a chairman graduates I will tell you how it will go down. Now the Warblers has to chose someone to take my spot next year. You nominee people and it's up to me to agree or not. If I agree but the person in question doesn't he is not forced to lead. If no one nominates a Warbler I have to do it myself. This person can then chose to keep the other members of the council or have an election of two new people. Everyone understand?" The Warblers all nodded. "Okay, then let's start the nominations."

The room was quiet at first, no one said a word but then Kurt raised his hand and Wes nodded at him.

"I nominate Warbler Thad Clearwater for chairman", Kurt said and Thad stared at him.

"Me?!" he asked.

"Of course", Kurt said. "Wes always says you understand things and that's what a leader needs to do. We know you can do it Thad."

"But… but…"

"He's right", David said. "Between you and I, you are the better choice. You or Jeff."

"Me", Jeff exclaimed. "Why me?"

"Because you know how to lead and look after others", Nick told his boyfriend. "Yeah, Jeff or Thad should take the lead!"

"I suggest Thad", Mike said. "It's more logical. Thad has more experience from being on the council and I don't doubt Jeff will do a great job but I think Thad will be better."

"And if Jeff joins the council", James said. "He'll get some experience and can take over after Thad when Thad graduates." The others nodded and then turned to Wes.

"What do you think Wes", Mike asked.

"That you hit the nail Mike", his brother answered. "I don't doubt Thad can handle it. I know he can."

"But", Thad said. "I'm… I'm not made of the right stuff. You know me Wes, I'm emotionally unstable!"

"You're not. Thad you're one of the strongest people I know. I know you can handle it. And you won't be alone you know. You will have Jeff and someone else by your side."

"I suggest David or Joseph", Blaine spoke up. "Either way would work."

"Heck no", Joseph said. "I'm not good at this stuff."

"You know what to do for the team to make us as good as possible."

"Sure but I still think that David should stay on the council."

"Agreed", some said, Kurt was one of them.

"So", Wes asked and looked at his boys. "Have we made a decision Warblers?" They all looked at him and then nodded.

"Thad is to be chairman", Jeff said.

"And I want David to stay on the council with me", Thad said. "But I want Jeff to join."

"Any objections", Wes asked and only got shaking heads as an answer. "Then I guess this is it."

"Don't say things like that", Rock objected. "This is not it!"

They all jumped when the big clock in the room started ringing. Wes smiled. It was time. He walked over to the council table and took his cap. He smiled and took one last look around the room.

"It's been a pleasure", he said and then turned to the Warblers. "Guys. I love you." He didn't need to say anything else. They all knew. Kurt got up and kissed his boyfriend before taking his cap from him and putting it on his head.

"Now you go and knock them dead", Kurt said fixing the scarf thing too. "We'll be in the audience."

"You better be", Wes said before walking out of the Warbler Hall for the last time, as a student.

The Warblers weren't the only ones that had come to see Wes graduate. The members of ND, that wasn't in juvie, were there, his parents of course and Kurt saw Ricky there with his boyfriend. At first Kurt hadn't seen the boyfriend and felt jealousy flare, but then he saw Ricky hold the hand of another guy and felt a bit calmer. Wes' parents shot Ricky dark looks though, all four of them. Kurt had to smile at the girls of ND. They were all dressed in grey skin-tight trousers, white shirts, navy blue blazers and had ties that were red and navy blue. Their blazers lacked the red piping and Dalton logo thought, but they still looked amazing. Kurt chuckled and hugged them all. Tina told him they'd change out of these clothes at the party afterwards. There was one more person there and Kurt had to smile when he saw Mike's face lit up. Matt was there.

"Matt what are you doing here man", Mike asked hugging him. Matt had to be careful though because Mike's rib was still healing. Mike had been forced to stay in the wheel-chair longer than Chris even though his legs were okay. But Mike's neck injury resulted in big pain when he stood up so until it healed a bit more he was confided to that wheel-chair longer than Chris. But at least he was up from it now… if he was careful.

"What", Matt asked grinning. "You really think I'd miss my big brother's graduation?"

Mike only grinned and hugged him. Then the ceremony started and they all watched senior after senior get their diploma. But Wes' name wasn't called. No one understood why but then they did… Carmichael's vice principle appeared with Wes by his side. Wes looked amused and Carmichael smiled.

"Ah the man of the hour", he said and Wes rolled his eyes. "I bet you are all wondering why Mr. Montgomery here didn't get his diploma along with everybody else? Well that was my little cup you see. Wesley here has been Headboy, dorm prefect, student council president, running back on the football team, captain of the martial arts team, chairman of the Warblers and is Valedictorian. People here's Dalton's most committed student ever! It did not feel right to have him in the middle instead of at the end. Mr. Montgomery here's your diploma and some papers that can be of use when you look for a job in the future."

He handed Wes his diploma and all those papers. It was documents that indicated that he had been doing all the stuff Carmichael said. Wes hugged the principal and then turned to the microphone put in front of him. He smiled.

"Graduation means something", he said. "It means you are going out to fulfill all of your dreams. It means that you are jumping off of the cliff and are diving towards the sea. It means you are taking the first step of your life's adventure and to all you romantics out there it means that you are one step closer to find the person you are going to spend the rest of your life with." Some cheers were heard and Wes smiled. "We've had four wonderful and amazing years at Dalton, it's been awesome really. We've created bonds that will last forever, we've found soul mates, we've found ourselves and we have found our dreams. Some of us will go out and concur the world of law and order, some will be great sportsmen, some will do great in the medical areas, the list can go on and on because no one here has an identical dream. But one thing is clear to me, there is one thing I do not doubt and that's the fact that all of us will achieve our dreams." The graduates cheered loudly. "Now motivation is always hard to find and I am not good at saying motivating stuff."

"Lies!" someone called and everyone laughed even Wes.

"But I am good at singing", he continued. "So I am going to make one last performance here at Dalton. Mr. Harold has offered to play the piano." One of the teachers stepped up to the piano and Wes smiled.

"My fellow graduates", he said. "This is for you."

Mr. Harold started to play the piano and Wes sang:

I am dreaming of a riverbank
Mists enshroud the farther shore
I am standing in a wooden boat
In my hand a golden oar
Will I row against the current
Or let myself be carried out to sea?
Where I reach land at last is up to the river
But the journey is up to me

Time to sail reluctant pilgrim
My fear is all I got to lose
Life is nothing, nothing but a dreamscape
And the dream is mine to chose

I am racing down a corridor
Endless doors on either side
I can open anyone of them
Step on through and change my life
Sometimes I pause there on the threshold
Afraid to leave my bright familiar halls
Sometimes I spend my day running by so quickly
I don't see the doors at all

Step on through reluctant pilgrim
My fear is all I got to lose
Life is nothing, nothing but a dreamscape
And the dream is mine to chose

I am waking in a forest glade
Needles of pine are in my hair
I see pathways through the underbrush
Leading to, I don't know where
I here strange noises in the thickets
And I know some trails may not lead where they seem
Pain may await me but I know if I stay here
I'll sleep right through my dream

Find the trail reluctant pilgrim
My fear is all I got to lose
Life is nothing, nothing but a dreamscape
And the dream is mine to chose

Let us sail reluctant pilgrims
Our fear is all we got to lose
Life is nothing, nothing but a dreamscape
And the dreams are ours to chose
Ours to choose

The crowd cheered loudly and Wes took a bow and the principal gave him a hug… and then it was over.

Kurt was nervous. He'd tried to get a chance to speak to Wes privately but it was hard. All Wes' friends from the Warblers, the ND, other friends and his family were doing things with him. Kurt was a bit nervous among Wes' other relatives. He'd never met them and felt as if they were all giving him the stink eye or watched him and then whispered in Mandarin or Cantonese about him. Tina and Rachel seemed to feel the same way, they were also dating Montchangs after all. Santana though had none of this troubles, she happily chatted with anyone that came up to her. Kurt sighed and wondered were Wes had been dragged off to this time… and then he saw Ricky out in the backyard talking to someone. Kurt couldn't see who it was but he knew it wasn't his boyfriend. How did he know that? Because the boyfriend was right now talking to one of Wes' uncles. Kurt got curious and walked out in the backyard. He was close enough to hear Ricky talk but not for the man to discover him.

"I'm just saying", Ricky said. "That I am sorry, I know your parents doesn't believe me and that I really don't deserve to be here Wes… but I really want you to be my friend. We had a spark once and even though it's long gone I still think of you as a friend. We were good friends. Can't you just understand?"

"I accepted your apology Ricky", Wes said calmly. "But I'm not sure I want you as my friend. I mean… you hurt me pretty damn good."

"I know and I am sorry. Trust me I never planned for you to stay locked into that closet for five hours!"

"And still you pushed me in to keep your friends from finding out about me."

"I know I'm sorry. But I was a stupid teenager that was obsessed with being cool, who'd think me dating a freshman would be cool?"

"And that's why you didn't come to my defense after the nationals spectacle?"

"I'm sorry dude!"

"I know, you've said it."

"Can you at least take the gift Arthur and I bought you?"

Kurt saw Ricky hand something out to Wes, who Kurt couldn't really see but he'd recognize his boyfriend's voice anywhere.

"Fine I will", Wes said with a sigh. "But dude I think it's better if the two of you left. You know what my uncles are like…"

"Yes. Yes of course… uh just… just take care dude and knock 'em dead in New York." Kurt heard a squawk as Ricky pulled Wes into a tight hug. Ricky patted Wes' shoulder and then turned to walk off. Kurt decided that it was now or never, at least today, if he wanted to talk to Wes alone. He walked past Ricky and the older boy smiled at him, but then grabbed his shoulder.

"Kurt", he said. "Stick with Wes okay? He deserves to be loved and I know you love him."

"I will", Kurt said and watched the older guy walk off. Then he rounded the corner and saw Wes open a package and taking out a tie. It was completely black except for some thin gold threads running all over it. Wes shook his head.

"It is a very nice thing", Kurt said and Wes jumped and then smiled.

"Hi love", he said and kissed Kurt's cheek. "I've been looking for you. I want to introduce you to my uncles and Maria's parents. They are the only ones that aren't homophobic."

"I've been looking for you too", Kurt said. "I need to talk to you."

"Let's sit down then", Wes said and they sat down on a bench. They were holding hands and Kurt leaned on Wes' shoulder.

"I will miss you so much when you're away", Kurt said and sighed. "I know you will miss me too but it you will be busy with all your work so you get less time to be reminded of me… I'll be reminded of you all the time since your picture is in the Warbler Hall among the other chairmen… and your photo on the student council president's wall. It is not fair."

"Baby everything reminds me of you", Wes said and kissed his temple. "I will miss you so much too. But don't worry I will keep your side of the bed warm until you join me at NYADA or if you go to Julliard. Point is I will wait for you."

"Are you sure we can handle a long distance relationship? I mean you're going to be so far away and what if you meet someone else."

"Kurt no one else in this world can make me feel the things I feel for you. We've already been through this, I will never let you go."

"That sounds so possessive… I like it."

"Good", Wes said and pulled him into a tight hug. "Because I mean it. We always have Skype and Facebook and our phones. We have e-mails and the normal mail and I'll come visit as much as I can. And besides your senior year will just fly by. I know my did even though I tried to slow it down so many times."

"We had a hectic year didn't we?"

"True that, but it was a very good year. I met you, you became my friend, you moved to Dalton, you became my roomy, you became my boyfriend, we won sectionals, we won regionals, we won nationals and you are staying with me."

"It has been amazing", Kurt said with a smile. "We did all that and we saw New York and you got us a summer job on Broadway! So when you think about it Kurt Hummel's actually had a pretty good year."

"I love you."

"Love you too."

"You know I wanted to sing a song to you."

"Really?"

"Yes… so here goes…"

Wes moved so that he was leaning against the wall, his legs on either side of Kurt. Kurt was leaning against Wes' chest, his head resting on Wes' shoulder and holding his boyfriend's hand. Wes was holding his free arm around Kurt and leaned his head on Kurt's. He sang:

This time, This place
Misused, Mistakes
Too long, Too late
Who was I to make you wait
Just one chance
Just one breath
Just in case there's just one left
'Cause you know,
you know, you know

That I love you
I have loved you all along
And I miss you
I'll be far away for far too long
I keep dreaming you'll be with me
and you'll never go
Stop breathing if
I don't see you anymore

On my knees, I'll ask
Last chance for one last dance
'Cause with you, I'd withstand
All of hell to hold your hand
I'd give it all
I'd give for us
Give anything but I won't give up
'Cause you know,
you know, you know

Kurt hugged his boyfriend's arm tight and sang with him. (Wes, Kurt, Both)

So far away (So far away)
I'll be far away for far too long
So far away (So far away)
I'll be far away for far too long
But you know, you know, you know

I wanted
I wanted you to stay
'Cause I needed
I need to hear you say

That I love you (I love you)
I have loved you all along
And I forgive you (I forgive you)
For being away for far too long
So keep breathing
'Cause I'm not leaving you anymore
Believe it
Hold on to me and, never let me go
Keep breathing
'Cause I'm not leaving you anymore
Believe it
Hold on to me and, never let me go
Keep breathing (Keep breathing)
Hold on to me and, never let me go
Keep breathing (Keep breathing)
Hold on to me and, never let me go

Kurt sniffled and wiped at his eyes. He couldn't help it. Wes just pulled him close and kissed him. Kurt had no idea how he would handle one whole year away from his boyfriend… but he would do it. There was nothing else to do. He would handle it and then reunite with his boyfriend in New York. Kurt was yet again reminded of his first meeting with Wes.

He'd just seen him among all the boys dancing and singing with Blaine and then the two of them and David walked up to him. Kurt had known way back then, at that moment, that Wes was a good guy. It became clear when he took the blame for Kurt's spying by telling the Warblers he invited Mike and Kurt to come and watch them perform. It became even clearer when Wes saved his skinny little butt from Karofsky and Azimio. It became clearer and clearer the more time went by and Kurt could still remember the jolt of electricity he felt when Wes took his hand during Valentine's Day, after Kurt agreed to go on a date with him. Kurt startled when Wes suddenly kissed him.

"What was that for", Kurt asked when they parted.

"You didn't say a word or moved so I thought you needed mouth to mouth", Wes teased and kissed him again. Kurt just smiled and turned so that they were facing each other and then he pulled Wes closer to him, deepening the kiss. When they parted again Wes chuckled.

"What", Kurt asked.

"For someone that likes clothes so much I can't believe you haven't noticed what I'm wearing", Wes answered and Kurt took a look at the clothes and gasped. Wes was wearing tight fitting black trousers, a blood red shirt that had somewhat of an Chinese look to it and a black vest, finished up with a black fedora and black shoes… clothes that Kurt had made for Wes on his birthday.

"You're wearing the clothes I made you", Kurt said with tears in his eyes. He was smiling wide. He'd made clothes to his friends as well but no one had ever worn the things he made.

"Of course I wear them", Wes said and kissed Kurt gently. "You made them for me after all. But… now I have something for you."

Kurt watched as Wes unhooked the necklace he had around his neck. Kurt recognized it at once. It was the one he'd gotten from Santana, the ring was still there… but there was a second one there as well.

"What's that", Kurt asked as Wes took the second ring loose and handed it to Kurt.

"Remember that day all seniors left the school to 'bond with the history'", Wes asked making air quotes.

"Yes you went to an medieval village and made jewelry and other stuff… wait… you made this?"

"Yes", Wes said and smiled. "It's not an engagement ring and it's not a promise ring because I know you hate those things. But it is my ring that I give to you, just so I know that you are always mine. If it's too small for any of your fingers you can wear it around your neck in a string or a chain."

Kurt squealed and threw himself at Wes with such force that they both fell off of the bench. Kurt was hugging Wes as tight as he could and Wes chuckled before sitting up.

"I will wear it always!" Kurt said and tried the ring on his right ring-finger. It fitted perfectly. "I'll even move it to my left finger if someone tries to flirt with me! Oh I have to give you your graduating gift from me!"

Kurt looked through his pockets, not caring that he was sitting on Wes' stomach and Wes was grinning at him. Kurt found the small package and handed it to Wes. Wes smiled and opened it. He smiled when he saw what it was. It was a picture someone had photoshopped. It was a picture of a stage on which the Warblers were celebrating their win at nationals. But on each side you could see a bigger picture of Wes and Kurt. Wes was on the left side in his Glinda outfit and Wes was on the right as Elphaba. They were looking at each other through the corner of their eyes and both were smiling. There were a few lines written also between them and those lines had Wes smiling brighter than before. It was written:

"It won't be too hard, I love you and… you love me?"
"Yes."
"So, what do you say about going out on a real date with me tomorrow night?"

"Do you like it", Kurt asked.

"I love it", Wes said and pulled Kurt down to meet his lips. They kissed again before getting up and heading inside, holding hands.

"I love you so much", Kurt said with a sigh.

"I love you too", Wes said.

A while later after Kurt had met all of Wes' relatives and realized they were kind and amazing people as well Blaine grabbed him by the arm and said that the Warblers had to perform that number now, the number the two of them had planned. Kurt nodded but then turned to Blaine.

"Please Blaine", he said. "Sing it… because I don't think I can. I will tear up and ruin it."

"Of course", Blaine said and smiled. "Let's round up the guys."

Kurt nodded and they spread out and found all Warblers. When they were all gathered David took a glass and hit on it slightly and all talking in the room ended.

"Greetings everybody", Blaine said. "The Warblers have something to say so we will let the council talk for us."

Thad rolled his eyes but spoke up from his wheelchair.

"Wes Dalton's gonna miss you", he said. "You were a great addition to the Warblers. You made us a better team, a better team than anyone else ever could. I'm sad to see you go, we are all sad to see you go but we know that all good things must come to an end and that you are now going to fulfill your dreams." Wes smiled gently to Thad as the younger boy spoke. "I guess we'll always gonna talk to you on Skype when you come for a visit so we'll see you again. But maybe some of these guys won't." Thad nodded at other Dalton students that weren't as close to Wes as the Warblers. "So we and they wanted to say goodbye."

"And thank you Wes", David cut in. Wes smiled and the Warblers started singing. Blaine took the lead:

I walked across an empty land
I knew the pathway like the back of my hand
I felt the earth beneath my feet
Sat by the river and it made me complete

Oh simple thing, where have you gone?
I'm getting old and I need something to rely on
So tell me when you're gonna let me in
I'm getting tired and I need somewhere to begin

And if you have a minute, why don't we go
Talk about it somewhere only we know?
This could be the end of everything
So why don't we go somewhere only we know?
Somewhere only we know

(Some – where only we know)

The New Directions joined into the singing and one by one the Warblers and they gave Wes hugs.

And if you have a minute, why don't we go
Talk about it somewhere only we know?
This could be the end of everything
So why don't we go? So why don't we go?

And if you have a minute, why don't we go
Talk about it somewhere only we know?
This could be the end of everything
So why don't we go somewhere only we know?

Somewhere only we know
Somewhere only we know

Kurt was the last one to hug Wes.

"I'll never say goodbye to you", he said and Wes smiled.

"You don't have to", he said kissing Kurt's temple. "You never have too."

The End Wow it's done. I just wanna say thank you to all my wonderful reviewers and followers. I hope you enjoyed the story as much as I enjoyed writing it and that you are not too angry with me for all the cliffies I left you. Now here's the thing. What story do you want me to work on, along with LBW? Do you want me to work on Traitor or What Brothers Are For?

Answer to guests and non-members or non signed in members:

mariah (chapter 20) - Yes you were right.

Guest (chapter 22) - Yes it is the same song Kurt sang. I felt it fitted.

Sarah- No just this one. Sorry.