Kindergarten Orientation

While sending Ainsley to preschool wasn't too hard since she spent the bulk of her days with Lexi, knowing she was starting Kindergarten was different. Ever since they'd enrolled her, they each noticed the other acting a bit differently. Clearly they knew the time was approaching since Devon was a toddler and shortly after the start of the year they'd be adding to their family once more. Yet sending Ainsley to Kindergarten was a big step for them, something those that had already gone through it understood.

So when Blaine arrived home late one evening as he'd been watching Jacob for Rachel and Brody, who had to attend a party for the opening of his new show, he was surprised to find Sebastian sitting on their bed and not working in the living room like usual. Blaine was about to say something before walking in, but watched as his husband turned a page on the book before him. It took Blaine a moment to realize what it was, but once he did a smile crept to his face. While most took him as the sentimental one in the family, it really was Sebastian. "How much longer are you going to watch me B?" Sebastian asked as he glanced towards the doorway.

"I wasn't sure you wanted to be interrupted." Blaine replied while entering their bedroom.

"You my love, are never an interruption." Sebastian told him before Blaine leaned in for a kiss. "How did things go?" While he spoke, Blaine began changing.

"Surprisingly well considering he's a bit fussy at the moment." Blaine said in response. "And how were our munchkins?"

"Good, but they missed their Daddy and wondered why you didn't bring Jacob over here instead of watching him at Aunt Rachel's and Uncle Brody's." Sebastian replied while keeping his eyes on Blaine. "Papa wondered the same thing."

"That would've been because Jacob might be coming down with a cold and they didn't want our two getting sick."

"That's a good reason. How is the little guy?"

"He didn't seem too bad, but you could tell something wasn't right as he was much calmer than usual." Blaine told him as he curled up beside Sebastian. "What has you looking at Ainsley's baby book?"

"The confirmation email about orientation next week." Sebastian replied causing Blaine to lean his head on his shoulder. "It's still hard to believe our little girl is old enough to be going to school B."

"Trust me, I know. I spoke with Jeff earlier today and for him, it's hard to believe that he'll soon have two kids in school."

"How's Britt handling it as she wasn't there when I picked our two up today?"

"As well as can be expected." Blaine told him before turning a page in the book. "At least this time, she feels better not going through it alone. The only thing she wishes is that our kids were all going to the same school."

"I can't say that thought hasn't crossed my mind as well." Sebastian replied. "Essentially, all the kids are going to be split up for school until high school unless we all move closer to one another. Though, there are those exceptions."

"Speaking of, Hunter wanted to know if we all wanted to go out to dinner after orientation. I told him I had to talk to you first, but I didn't think you'd have a problem with it."

"You're right, I don't." While he spoke, Blaine traced his fingers over one of the pictures in the album. "I didn't think it was possible for her to smile much bigger than she did in that moment, or you for that matter."

"She's our water baby B. Both of us were so worried about how she was going to react when that wave crashed against us. Yet instead of crying, she giggled and clapped her hands together."

"We were so afraid of screwing things up with her Bas."

"Hell, I still am. Aren't you?"

"Yes, but not as scared as I once was." Blaine told him. "It's as Lexi and Cooper said from the start, we have to trust our instincts. And so far, they haven't led us astray. Think, if we didn't think we could handle it, Devon wouldn't be in our life and we wouldn't have one more on the way."

"Who would've ever thought that by the time we go back to our reunion B, we'd be the parents of three kids?"

"Not us. Just as I'm pretty certain the rest of the guys feel the same way in regards to their own families. At least this will be our fifteenth, and not our tenth."

"True, those extra five years do make a difference." Sebastian replied. "Though, it hasn't been fifteen yet. It does put a few other things into perspective B." Sebastian continued as he slid his arm around Blaine, pulling him close. "Like, how long we've been together, not just married."

"Yea, I think about that as well. It truly hits me when I look at Jocelyn and Braeden." Blaine told him. "Think about it Bas, they're starting high school when our little girl starts Kindergarten, it's sort of crazy."

"That's a special sort of crazy. Yet it's reassuring knowing that those two will be nearby."

"It is, as we know those two will do anything for their cousin. Did Lexi mention anything to you about what to expect?"

"Not really, but I didn't ask as I was anxious to get them home. I'll give her a call tomorrow between meetings."

"Or I can." Blaine said before closing the album. "She's always going to be our little girl Bas; going to school isn't going to change it."

"I know." Before Blaine knew it, he was pinned underneath Sebastian on their bed. "What would you say to cheering your husband up a bit?"

"Does he really need cheering up, or does he just want sex?" Blaine replied as he slid his hands under Sebastian's t-shirt. When Sebastian looked at him, Blaine smiled. "Only asking since that could affect what we do."

"I, would love nothing more than to have sex with my husband." Sebastian told him. "Though, that doesn't mean I don't need to be cheered up a little."

"Then it would be my pleasure." Blaine then pressed himself up off the bed. "But first, you need to let me up so I can go look in on Ainsley and Devon. And then once I return, I'll close our door and we can enjoy some quality time with one another."

"That sounds perfect B." By the time Blaine returned, the two got to enjoy some time together which was clearly something they both needed. Not that either would change the way things were, but they missed some of the spontaneity they used to be able to enjoy.

By the time orientation day rolled around, Blaine and Sebastian were both there when Cooper brought Ainsley home. No sooner did Ainsley lay eyes on them, did she take off down the hallway towards them. "Are you already to go sweetheart?" Blaine asked as he and Sebastian were crouching in front of her. Ainsley shook her head.

"She's scared." Cooper replied, causing them both to look up at him. "No, our kids didn't say anything. She's scared because she thinks she's not going to know anyone."

"Is that true Princess?" Sebastian asked as he caressed her cheek.

"Yes." Ainsley replied and they both knew that crack in her voice well enough to know she was trying not to cry.

"Will's going to be there."

"Papa's right, you'll be going to school with him." Blaine added reassuringly. "And if I remember correctly, some of the kids from preschool will be there too. So you won't be alone."

"Daddy's right. Plus, you'll get to see your cousins throughout the day." Sebastian said as well. "Isn't that right Uncle Coop?"

"It is." Cooper replied as he knelt down. "Though, you'll see Ethan and Gabrielle more than Jocelyn and Braeden."

"See, you won't be as alone as you thought." Blaine told her. "And today at orientation, you'll get to meet your classmates. So, are you ready to do this?" Ainsley looked at Blaine, and then at Sebastian before looking back at Blaine and nodding her head. "Good, now let's go fix your hair as you were clearly playing before Uncle Cooper brought you home." Ainsley replied quietly before taking Blaine's hand and letting him lead her to her room.

"It gets easier." Cooper said to Sebastian as they both stood. "Hell, it wasn't easy for me when we took Gabrielle, and we'd been through it before. At that point I couldn't believe my baby was going to school."

"That's a feeling B and I get well. It doesn't seem as though Ainsley is old enough to be going, yet we both know she is."

"Lexi commented on that as well. The older she's gotten; there is no denying that she's yours and Blaine's daughter." When Sebastian looked at him, Cooper laughed. "I'm serious. Even though in technical terms, she's Blaine's, she's every bit both of yours personality wise, which is a good thing. She's got the best of both of you."

"Both of who?" Ainsley asked as she and Blaine walked back into the room.

"Your Daddy and your Papa." Cooper replied as he looked at the two as Ainsley was holding Blaine's hand. "But, I need to get going. You have fun tonight and I expect to hear all about it tomorrow. Can you do that?"

"Yes Uncle Coop!"

"Good." Cooper said before walking closer to give her a kiss. "And you and Bas stay strong." Cooper told Blaine before tussling his curls. "Tonight will be easy compared to taking her that first day."

"You're not helping Coop."

"Speaking the truth little brother, only speaking the truth." Cooper then prepared to turn. "Just call us when you want us to bring Devon to you."

"Will do. Thanks again Coop."

"No problem."

After Cooper left, Blaine and Ainsley walked towards Sebastian who soon felt her little hand in his. "Ready Papa?"

"Yes. Are you ready?"

"Yes."

"What about Daddy, is he ready?"

"I asked, and he said yes." Ainsley replied causing Sebastian to look at Blaine. "Right Daddy?" She asked as she looked up.

"Yes, I'm ready. So, let's get a move on as we don't want to be late."

It wasn't that long of a subway ride to the school, yet it seemed to be taking forever. Yet once they reached the stop, the three slowly made their way out. With as crowded as it was, Sebastian was quick to pick Ainsley up and carry her till they were at street level. Once they were, he set her down and straightened her clothes. During the walk with her between the two, Blaine and Sebastian kept glancing at one another. Soon, they both tightened their hold on their daughter's hands as she started to walk quicker. "Where do you think you're going Princess?" Sebastian asked as she pulled her Dads along with her.

"I see Uncle Hunt!" That was all they needed to hear to know what was going on. The bond Ainsley had with Hunter was absolutely adorable. While Hunter typically carried himself in a no-nonsense manner, that all crumbled away when he was with Ainsley. It was something even Quinn couldn't quite understand, but she loved it as Hunter rarely let his softer side show. "Uncle Hunt! Aunt Q!" Her voice was all that was needed for Hunter and Quinn to look in their direction and smile.

"See, we told you that you weren't going to be alone." Blaine told her.

"I don't see Will."

"We do sweetheart." Blaine replied as much as Ainsley was, he was standing between his parents. "You'll see him soon." After he spoke, Blaine glanced over at Sebastian who was smiling. Once they were in front of the Claringtons, the parents released their hold on their kids after making them promise to stay with them. "How are you two handling this?"

"He's doing better than I am." Quinn replied as she took Hunter's hand. "I spoke to Brittany for over an hour today as I was such a mess. It was so good to talk to someone who understood what I was feeling. I mean, it's not as though Cassie doesn't, but it's different."

"Because she's older, and it's been a bit since she sent her eldest." Sebastian stated, earning a nod. "We get it. Yet, Cooper pointed out today, it doesn't really get easier."

"Brittany said something similar. She said it's just as hard for her and Jeff sending Madison as it was sending Xander. The biggest thing being, you won't be there should they need you."

"That sounds about right." Blaine replied. "How is Will feeling about this?"

"He's unsure." Hunter told them. "But, was happy to hear Ainsley was going to be going with him."

"Sounds like her." Sebastian said. "Her big fear was being alone since Brianna and Madison are going to different schools."

"Goes to show how close all our kids are." Quinn state before glancing down at Will and Ainsley. "They're as close as the rest of us."

"I'd say that's pretty accurate. Are you two ready to go see your classroom and meet your teachers?"

"Yes Uncle Seb." Will replied as he looked up at him.

"What about you Princess?"

"Yes Papa."

"Then let's head inside." Sebastian then carefully ran his fingers through Ainsley's hair, before she and Will headed up the steps ahead of their parents. "I think now that they know they're not alone, they're both more than ready for this."

"You think?" Hunter replied as they watched the two. "Now, we have to come to terms with the fact that our babies, aren't babies any longer."