5YL Let the Encore Commence

Part 32

Although Jennifer released a statement pertaining to what occurred in court that day, it didn't ease any of the concerns their friends had regarding the matter. Santana was at home waiting for Jordan when she received a call from Sam. "Before you freak-out more than you already have, know Blaine's at home with Sebastian." She said as calmly as she could to try and get through to a clearly upset Sam.

"Then why didn't Blaine answer my call, or Sebastian for that matter!" Sam replied in frustration, as he'd heard about court after coming in from a call.

"Probably because neither of them want to talk to anyone." Santana told him, before taking a calming breath. "They seemed different when I saw them after court, and when Wes asked about Patrick, they seemed confused."

"So, they weren't there when the two got into it?" Sam asked, as raked his fingers through his wet hair as he only waited long enough to take a shower before starting to make calls.

"According to them, it occurred while they were out in the hall as they left first." She replied. "Wes let them know what happened, but, didn't show them the exchange between the two."

"Why not, they have a right to know."

"Wes felt it wasn't our place to break that type of news, they needed to hear it from either Patrick or Xavier, not us." She told him.

"Wait, Wes was with you?"

"Yes, as was Jeff. We all showed up at their place upon reading what happened at the courthouse. Mind you, more information came pouring in while we were all in transit." She continued. "We were on their front steps when we found out about Patrick and Hummel."

"You're telling me you, Santana Lopez didn't push for more information regarding what happened."

"I am, as I learned a long time ago not to regarding what happens in court."

"But Hummel got kicked out, and then Burt caused the courtroom to be closed."

"I'm well-aware of that Sam, yet Blaine and Sebastian have been tight lipped about this entire situation." Santana reminded him. "The chances of us finding out what was said once those doors were closed, is slim to none. The only thing they confirmed, is Hummel is going to be spending more time in jail. Yet they alluded that there was more to the sentence."

"Such as?"

"Sam."

"Sorry, it's just, I'm so angry right now."

"I understand that, we all are, but until Blaine and Sebastian are ready to talk, we're going to have wait for details." She then sighed. "Keep in mind Sam, they most likely intended on celebrating tonight since Sebastian took his last final, yet…"

"They're having to deal with more of Hummel's crap." Sam said, obviously still frustrated. "They don't deserve this!"

"I know." Santana told him. "I hate to ask this Sam, but, do you know what Hummel was referring to."

"You mean the episode?" She hummed in agreement. "Not a clue, which has me even more concerned. The more I think about it, not pushing them was probably best as I can only imagine how they reacted to hearing about that argument."

"Wes alluded to that, said it would probably be the one thing sending Sebastian over the edge he's been walking so carefully. As for Blaine, my heartbreaks as it had to be something major to piss Patrick off in the way it did."

"You did read the whole quote, right?" Sam questioned, as Patrick's response had been pretty clear.

"I did, which is why my heartbreaks because I feel I let Blaine down. If I'd only opened my eyes Sam, maybe I could've stopped some of it."

"To quote Blaine, we couldn't see what he kept hidden and Hummel didn't behave the same way around others."

"Not according to Talia, she never liked him, much like Sebastian. We were all played Sam."

"And got a rude awakening once our blinders were gone. Unfortunately, it was at Blaine's expense." Sam said to her. "Are you sure there's nothing we can do?"

"Positive, we need to follow their lead." Santana replied. "When they're ready to talk, they'll let us know."

"They shouldn't be handling this alone."

"They're not alone, Patrick and Xavier are here. And according to the latest information on social media, Kate and Victoria were spotted arriving at JFK about an hour ago and were being escorted by members of Blaine's security team." When Sam didn't respond, Santana couldn't help question his silence. "What are you thinking?"

"If they arrived about an hour ago, it was planned, but, I thought Blaine said his parents weren't going to be at Sebastian's graduation."

"Plans obviously changed for the best."

"No, they weren't going to be here because they only are given so many tickets and…"

"And what?"

"Nothing."

"Sam."

"There are going to be some special guests coming, who Blaine's parents gave their seats up for as it was more important these individuals attend."

"How do you know this and I don't?"

"Probably because Blaine knew he could tell me since the chances of me letting things slip to Sebastian are slim since I'm here."

"Maybe he was able to get extra tickets from Hunter."

"Maybe." Sam replied. "Kate's not going to be happy about this."

"Tell me something I don't know. Upon hearing she was in town, I left a message for Rachel letting her know as she intended to go see Blaine in the morning."

"Well, if there's two people they won't shut out, it's their Moms."

"One would hope, but a lot depends on how Blaine's doing." She reminded him. "Then it's a matter of getting passed Sebastian. So, if Blaine says he doesn't want to see anyone, he'll make sure it happens, regardless of who it is."

"Hadn't thought of that." Sam said before calling out to one of the guys who was looking for him. "I need to go, but when you see Blaine…"

"I'll have him call you, I promise." Santana replied. "If anything else comes up, I'll be sure to keep you in the loop."

"Thanks Santana."

"Don't mention it as I know it can't be easy for you being so far away from them right now."

"Them?"

"Yes, as I know you not only care about Blaine, but you care about Sebastian as well and what this is doing to them." She replied. "Who would've ever thought you'd warm up to him as quickly as you did back when they first got together?" Sam couldn't help but laugh as she had a good point, one she would undoubtedly never let him forget.

"I wasn't the only one with doubts, but Sebastian quickly proved me wrong as he was/is everything Blaine ever said."

"That he is." As she spoke, Jordan made her way into their apartment. Upon hearing Jordan's voice, Sam was quick to say goodbye as he was certain the two had plenty to talk about given what had occurred. After ending the call, Santana set her phone aside as Jordan sat down across from her. "Judging from the look on your face, you didn't get the answers you were looking for."

"Shows how well you know me." Jordan replied before giving her a kiss, and then tucking her feet beneath her while resting her arm against the back of the sofa so she could look at Santana. "I tried to get a more in-depth statement from Jennifer regarding what happened as not only is it entertainment news, but news in general. She didn't give me much beyond the statement, essentially saying Blaine wasn't ready to comment yet. And she has a meeting scheduled with Xavier tomorrow to go over what Blaine can and cannot say when he makes his statement."

"I'm sure Blaine already knows."

"True, but given the nature of this, he'll undoubtedly be sitting down with her to write out a formal statement that will be sent out." Jordan replied. "I then tried to reach Blaine and/or Sebastian for comment, yet neither are taking calls, which really didn't surprise me. Yet that didn't go over well with producers who want a segment for tomorrow morning's show."

"Well, they're going to have to suck it up as Blaine's going to handle this on his timetable, no one else's." Santana said to her. "When I saw them, they had no idea any of this happened, so…"

"It's going to take them time to figure things out regarding how they want to address the issue."

"Exactly." Santana said while pulling her hair up into a ponytail. "You and I know this getting out is a nightmare of sorts for them, they've kept so much of it quiet."

"I know, yet Kurt's statement to Patrick garnered a ton of reaction, especially given Patrick's response." Jordan told her. "Now, on a personal note, were you able to find out anything about what he was referring to?"

"Off the record?" Santana teased, yet she knew Jordan would never use their personal connection to Blaine against him.

"Of course."

"No, and Wes seemed more concerned than me and Jeff, which says a lot. Yet Jeff chalked it up to Wes having dealt with some of Blaine's anxieties after he initially transferred to Dalton." Santana told her. "It's a reminder that while Blaine's opened up more about all he's been through, we'll never really comprehend the depth of it nor the impact it's had on him."

"Something I brought up while working, this is a situation that needs to be handled appropriately." Jordan replied. "Hell, you know it got nasty since Carter took him out through the back to ensure no one in the media got anything from him. Further reinforcing what a loose cannon Kurt really is."

"More than another contempt charge?" Jordan laughed in response as she had a point. "Much as I'm going to miss them, their upcoming vacation can't get here soon enough. If I was in their place, I'd leave tomorrow, yet it's not an option."

"They'll get through it San."

"I know, but as I said to Sam, they shouldn't have to. They should be focusing on Sebastian's graduation, and their wedding anniversary."

"They probably are, as it's a pleasant distraction from everything else."

Jordan's thoughts were one's shared by most everyone else close to Blaine and Sebastian. Particularly Kate and Victoria who knew what these next couple of weeks meant to the two of them, no matter how much they downplayed it. It's also why it was so hard for them to listen to their husbands who insisted they leave them alone till they were ready to talk.

Yet while those close to them were attempting to focus on the special moments approaching, the same couldn't be said for others involved in the situation. Throughout the flight home, Burt attempted to get through to Kurt, the chances of his sentence being overturned were slimmed to none. Harsh as they believed it was, Carter had reminded them of ever reason they'd given Judge Watkins to impose such a sentence before they went their separate ways. Difficult as it was to hear and/or accept, they were most-likely heading to Columbus early Monday morning.

Given the mood Kurt was in, Burt tried to convince him to stay with him and Carole that evening, yet he refused, promising his Dad he wouldn't do anything to worsen the situation. After dropping Kurt off at his apartment, Burt made the short drive to his home, ready to fill Carole in on what had occurred. The last thing he imagined coming home to was a car parked out front considering the late hour as he pulled into the driveway. Upon making his way into the house, he called out for Carole but received no response. It wasn't till he made his way further in he heard two women talking. Once he rounded the corner, he was surprised to see Maribel Lopez sitting across from Carole.

The moment Maribel spotted him, she stopped speaking and proceeded to point towards the doorway. "Would you like for me to go?" She asked as Carole looked at her husband, who could tell she was none too happy.

"No, I'd like for you to stay if you wouldn't mind." Carole replied. "Where's Kurt?"

"I dropped him off at his place." Burt said in response. "Not to be rude, but what are you doing here Maribel."

"She came to see me, wanted to check on after the scene Kurt had in court."

"I think it's best if we talk about this in private." Burt told her. "Again, not to be rude."

"Well, you are being rude." Carole replied. "As for this being a private matter, it hasn't been one for a long time. Honestly, I believe we're some of the only ones left in the dark regarding what's really going on."

"Maribel, I really think you should go." Burt said to her, causing the two women to exchange a look.

"Why, so she can't fill me head with things that contradict what Kurt's said?"

"Maybe I should go, but should you need anything, don't hesitate to call me." Maribel told her, before slowly rising to her feet. "The two of you have plenty to discuss considering what happened today." She then leaned over to give Carole a hug before heading for the doorway, stopping once she was beside Burt. "Be forewarned, she's none too happy about what she read happened."

"What do you mean, read?"

"Reporters were in the gallery, till Judge Watkins closed the courtroom, and they had an interesting take on what happened." And with that said, she made her way out the door with all intent of sprucing up her guest room once she got home, in case should Carole need a place to go.

After the door closed, Burt made his way further into the room. "You knew it wouldn't be uneventful when we left this morning."

"True, but I didn't expect Kurt to once again be held in contempt, and then for your statements to cause the Judge to make it a private proceeding." Carole replied, her voice getting louder with each word. "What were you thinking, testifying on Kurt's behalf?"

"I needed to after the judge kicked him out, someone needed to speak up for him." Burt told her. "Especially after Blaine was given time to speak out."

"No, you didn't! Kurt should've been able to behave like an adult and speak for himself!" Carole said. "Is it true, the judge warned him about his behavior before it even began?" Burt nodded. "Then he knew he needed to watch what he said."

"He was reacting to what Blaine said."

"Really?"

"You weren't there Carole."

"I don't care! He clearly crossed a line to get himself kicked out of court." She replied. "And let me guess, you bailed him out."

"I had no choice." She proceeded to laugh. "It's true, we had a flight back tonight."

"Something he should've taken into consideration before he mouthed off in court! What happened to, we weren't going to do that again?"

"I told you why I did it, I couldn't let him sit there."

"No, you could've, you didn't want to, there's a difference! Once again, he didn't have to pay for his bad behavior!"

"Then you'll be happy to know, Judge Watkins threw the book at him."

"Really, then why is he at home?" Carole said in response, arms crossed before her.

"To get his affairs in order." Burt told her. "On Monday, I have to take him to Columbus to be admitted for an inpatient psychiatric evaluation. Judge Watkins feels he must have deep rooted issues to continue acting out this way."

"Can't argue with that."

"Carole!"

"What, he's got a point. Kurt's been acting like a jealous ex ever since Blaine got together with Sebastian. Up until then, we barely heard Blaine's name out of him unless he was complaining about him for not caving into his demands in the divorce. Now, he's obsessed with every little thing he does!"

"He loved him."

"Loved, past tense."

"It's not easy for him, seeing Blaine with Sebastian."

"They've been together for three years! I understood the initial shock, but now, there's no excuse for his behavior."

"I'm not saying there is, but…"

"There are no buts about this." Carole told him. "Kurt's behavior is so out of line, he left Blaine no other choice."

"Se…"

"If you're going to try and blame this on Sebastian, just stop right there. Easy as it is for you to blame them, this all started with Kurt, they're merely reacting."

"You don't see them Carole, they're so smug, especially Sebastian."

"So, Sebastian is the epitome of a Dalton boy, one of the reasons why Kurt said he felt uncomfortable there."

"It's more than that."

"I know that, I was being sarcastic." Carole replied. "How long will Kurt's evaluation take?"

"Per Judge Watkins, at least a week."

"Is that all?"

"Don't you think that's enough?"

"Given his behavior, no."

"Then you'll be happy to hear, once he's released, he'll be on work release. Meaning he gets to work during the day, but will be reporting to jail each evening."

"For how long?"

"Two months."

"That's generous."

"Generous, he's going to jail again!"

"He's still getting to work."

"Only because he has fines to pay." Burt told her. "The wanted to ensure Blaine still got his money."

"Actually, the money goes to Blaine's charity if I remember correctly."

"It's still going to him."

"No, it's going to people and families who need help coming to terms with their sexuality." Carole corrected. "From everything I've read and been told, the foundation is doing amazing things."

"It's his publicist's job to put things out like that." Burt said in response.

"This isn't from some press release, it's from conversations I've had with the Berrys, as well as Maribel who've all volunteered." Carole told him. "I've actually considered doing so as well, but wasn't sure if Katherine or Victoria would want me there after everything that's recently happened." She then shifted her stance. "Now, back to what happened today in court."

"You don't want to hear about it."

"You're wrong, as I'm extremely interested in your take given what I've read."

"What, Maribel didn't tell you all about it?"

"Actually, she said Santana rarely speaks about what's going on outside of her frustration with the situation. The same goes for the Berrys, as you see, Blaine and Sebastian don't share much of what's going on with their friends."

"I doubt that."

"And now you sound like Kurt." Carole said to him. "According to Maribel, it's not a subject either of them like discussing with anyone. Speaking of, what was Kurt referring to when he taunted Patrick?"

"Taunted?"

"Yes, as it's the best way to describe what he did and it clearly worked considering how he reacted." When Burt looked down at the floor, Carole stepped closer. "What was he talking about Burt?"

"It's not important."

"I'll be the judge of that. Now tell me."

"According to Kurt, at one of the last court appearances Blaine attended, he, he completely shut-down in the middle of the two of them getting into it."

"What do you mean, shut-down?" Carole asked, clearly concerned.

"He shut-down, wouldn't respond to anyone, wouldn't talk. Everyone in the courtroom was at a loss of what to do. Xavier finally asked if Sebastian could go to Blaine, which he allowed."

"Was he able to get through to him?"

"He was, but from what Kurt could remember, it took a while."

"My god!"

"You can relax, he's okay."

"Burt, why can't you see the bigger picture, why?" Carole exclaimed in frustration. "Kurt's responsible for it! This is why it's so important Kurt stays away from him."

"You're making too much of this, much as Xavier did according to Kurt."

"If it was Kurt in Blaine's shoes, you'd be doing the same thing! No wonder Patrick reacted the way he did, and spoke to you the way he did. Kurt's responsible for this, he abused Blaine and it's time you accept it!"

"Blaine's stronger than he is."

"I can't believe you just said that. At one time, you loved Blaine like a son, and now you act as though he's just some, person that was a part of Kurt's life."

"You haven't heard the things I have Carole."

"Because neither you nor Kurt will allow me in court!"

"Well, after the last time you appeared, are you surprised Kurt doesn't want you there?"

"You did not just say that to me." She said while taking a step back. "I don't know what's happened to you, as your view of this has changed and not for the better."

"Carole."

"Don't Carole, me. Were you even going to tell me you bailed him out if I didn't ask?"

"Of course I was."

"When's he paying us back?"

"Excuse me?"

"He's paying us back, as if it was up to me, I would've left him in that cell till he learnt his lesson."

"You wouldn't have left Finn."

"Wrong, I would've if I felt he needed a harsh dose of reality. Kurt's been in jail, yet nothing's changed! I want no part of him believing his behavior is alright and not making him pay us back, would be doing just that!"

"He knows he made a mistake."

"No, he's only saying that because he knows it's what you want to hear." She then looked him in the eyes and saw how lost he was. "This initial problem wasn't your fault, but now, you play a part in all this. I mean, your testimony had the judge close the courtroom, which isn't a good sign."

"I told you, I had to speak up for Kurt."

"No, you chose to, you didn't have to. There is no justification for how Kurt's treating Blaine and Sebastian, none!"

"What did you expect me to do after the judge kicked him out?"

"Not make excuses for him, which you clearly did if the conversation the reporters overheard was any clue." She replied. "I get wanting to support him Burt, but he needs the type of help you can't give him."

"Wait, are you saying you agree with the judge?"

"Considering how he reacted to seeing Sebastian on stage with Blaine, yes, I do as it wasn't normal. Heck, he acted irrationally to seeing Cooper sing with Blaine, plus Santana and Brittany dancing with him."

"I know, which is why I called his therapist."

"And it was the right call, but even he said there is only so much he can do since Kurt doesn't take it seriously, he's simply going through the motions."

"He doesn't think he needs it."

"But he does, and deep down I know you know he does. He's become unrecognizable." She then tilted her head when she got no response from him. "Burt."

"I can't turn my back on him Carole."

"I never asked you to, but you can't make excuses for his behavior. And going after Blaine in his defense, was uncalled for!"

"I…"

"I don't want an excuse Burt, it was wrong, no matter how you look at it." She then looked up at the ceiling before looking back at him. "I'm going to sleep in our guest room tonight, but I want you to do one thing for me."

"What?"

"Put yourself in Patrick's shoes tonight, and tell me in the morning how you'd feel if he'd behaved in the same way you had."