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IN-COG-NITO
-adv. & adj.
(With one's identity disguised or concealed)
Blaine's latest movie role was playing a nerdy high school kid. The producer asks him to do a little research by going incognito at a public school. However things get awkward when Blaine makes a friend who turns out to be a fan of the 'real' him.
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Chapter 5: Meeting Blaine
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After stressing for a few minutes, Kurt got out of his car and starting walking towards the Lima Bean, where he was meeting Sebastian for coffee. They had been texting and talking for nearly two weeks. It had been a great distraction from losing the senior class president crown to Brittany, and Cooper being out of town.
He was a bundle of nerves, Sebastian was handsome, funny, his age, gay, and wantedto see him. But it was just coffee right? Maybe Sebastian didn't have any gay friends either.
But Kurt stopped when he saw the football player, Jake, coming his way. He swallowed deeply and hoped Jake wouldn't spot him but then their eyes met and Jake's whole presence changed.
He came to a sudden stop and his eyes darkened in pure anger. He walked slowly up to Kurt, balling his fists up and breathing hard. Kurt looked around but nobody else was close enough to be paying any attention to them.
'We're not in school, I could call the cops,' Kurt said, sounding a lot more confident than he felt. 'Why don't just... l-leave me alone.'
Jake didn't reply and walked away. Kurt calmed himself down and tried to put aside what had just happened before walking into the Lima Bean. When he spotted Sebastian sitting alone at a table, waiting for him, his stomach lurched nervously. He took a deep breath before going over.
'Hi,' he announced and Sebastian looked up and smiled.
'Hi. I was a little early so I got your coffee and a cookie.'
Kurt sat down and picked his coffee up. 'Thanks, how much do I owe you?'
'No no, you can get the next round.'
Kurt smiled. 'Ok.'
He took a sip as Sebastian's phone beeped and he typed out a message before putting it away. 'Sorry, my little brother. I'm picking him up from a friend's house later.'
'How old is he?'
'He's ten going on fifty. He's the reason why I had to rush off that day we met. I had to take Tom to a baseball game.'
'Aww that's sweet. I'd have loved a younger sibling.'
'Only child huh?'
'Yep... your parents must be so proud of you both.'
Sebastian laughed. 'My parents don't really give a shit about us... my Dad earns twenty times a nurses salary and rarely leaves his office... and my Mom... well she's never worked a day in her life yet she needs at least two trips to a spa resort every month because she's stressed. Their moto is to throw money at the problem. I try and spend a lot with Tom otherwise he'd spend most of his time with the nanny.'
'Is that how it was for you?' Kurt asked, warming to Sebastian more and more.
'Yeah. It must be nice for you having a new step family.'
'It is,' Kurt smiled. 'Dad and I were happy enough, but there was always a kind of sadness about him. But Carole's lovely and Finn's like a real brother to me. Things weren't always great between us but it's all cool now.'
'And did you manage to sort things out with Dave?'
Kurt sighed and took a sip of coffee before answering. 'Not really. I did text him and he replied that he'd spoken about me to various people, but only said we were friends who used to be at school together.'
'Hmm,' Sebastian frowned. 'So he lied?'
'I guess.'
'Did you mention me?'
'No. It's probably best to leave it for now, no harm done.'
'Yeah. He's got some major crush on you though.'
'Even if I did like him in... in thatway, I just couldn't be with him.'
'What do you mean?'
'Um... well before he accepted who he was, he er... he bullied me... pretty badly.'
Sebastian's eyes widened. 'Jesus... really?'
'Yeah. Ironic huh?'
'That guy's got serious issues.'
'When you see him, please don't say anything. All that's in the past and we worked through it. I don't want it dragged back up. There's stuff that happened which nobody even knows about.'
'Ok, sure,' Sebastian replied. 'I trust your judgement... I think we need a less heavy topic now.'
'I agree,' Kurt laughed as Sebastian took a sip of his coffee.
'So... what are your plans for the weekend?'
Kurt immediately brightened. 'Well on Sunday I'm working in my Dad's garage for some extra money... but on Saturday I'm going to Columbus to Blaine Anderson's book signing... hey why don't you come?'
'I can't, sorry. My folks are holding some boring charity lunch and would literally kill me if I disappeared. It would be cool to see Blaine again though. I bet loads of Dalton preppy's will be going, a guy from my lacrosse team is. Craig thinks Blaine is a total sex god.'
'Craig? Boyfriend?' Kurt asked coyly.
Sebastian smiled. 'No... do you think I'd be here if I had a boyfriend?'
'Um...'
'If I had a boyfriend it would be pretty shit of me to meet and constantly text a guy that gives me butterflies in my tummy.'
Oh my God.
'You'll have to introduce me to this guy some time.'
'You are too cute Kurt; it's a shame I'll have to wipe the floor with you at regionals.'
'In your dreams Smythe. We've beaten you Warblers before and we'll do it again.'
Sebastian laughed. 'Fighting talk, I like it'
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On Friday at an apartment in LA, Blaine was packing for his book tour. To be honest he'd been bored out of his mind over the past few days with Jed spending so much time working out.
So it was a blessing he was going on the road and would be busy over the next week. His flight wasn't for a few hours and Jed was going to make them a healthy lunch dish he'd been perfecting from a recipe book. But he was still in the shower after spending a couple of hours in the gym.
When all his stuff was packed away and ready, Blaine sat on his sofa and sent a text to one of his best friends.
To: Nick
I can't wait to see you both tomorrow, it's been too long :) x
From: Nick
You're the one with the packed diary dude, we're always here ;) But can't wait to see you either Blainey Bear x
To: Nick
I know I'm an awful friend! I'm still your no. 1 choice for best man right? ;) x
From: Nick
Hahaha I won't show Jeff that text he'll be demanding a proposal! x
To: Nick
But you are going to one day... right? x
To: Nick
P.S. You didn't answer my question :( x
From: Nick
Of course I will, when he least expects it! And don't worry nobody can compete with you for the best man job; you're loaded which means a super cool wedding gift x
Blaine smiled and felt a lump in his throat. Nick and Jeff were his best friends yet he rarely got to see them. Any time off he got and his family were first priority. But being in Ohio for just a day here or a weekend there didn't always coincide with his friends' schedule. He was determined to make a bigger effort in future.
'Babe?'
Blaine looked up to see Jed smiling at him. He was dressed, but his hair was still damp. 'Hey.'
Jed sat down next to Blaine and nudged him with his shoulder. 'Penny for your thoughts?'
'Huh?'
'I tried to get your attention three times before you looked up.'
'Oh sorry... I was just thinking what a shit friend I am.'
Jed laughed. 'What are you talking about?'
'You remember Nick and Jeff right?'
'Sure, your friends from school.'
Blaine nodded. 'Well I'm seeing them tomorrow but it's been months since I last saw them.'
Jed grabbed Blaine's hand. 'I'm sure they understand, it's not as though you cut them out of your life or that you can't be bothered... you live in a different state and have a busy schedule.'
'I know but-'
'No buts,' Jed interrupted. 'Stop giving yourself such a hard time. You text them all the time and always answer their calls, that's what counts.'
'I guess.'
'So what's the itinerary after the Columbus signing then?'
'Well, New York on Monday, Boston on Tuesday, Chicago on Thursday, we're still arranging Friday and Saturday, and then lastly back here on the following Tuesday.'
'That sounds soboring. I bet you can't wait for it to be over.'
Blaine frowned. 'Um... no. I'm looking forward to meeting all the people that have supported me and there's also the gig we're planning for tomorrow night.'
'At Dalton?'
'Yeah. I'm just waiting back to hear from the headmaster but his deputy said it shouldn't be a problem.'
'But you're not getting paid right?' Blaine shook his head. 'So what's the point then?'
'Haven't you got a lunch to make?' Blaine asked, changing the subject.
'Oh yeah,' Jed said. He kissed Blaine on the lips and got up from the sofa.
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As Kurt waited in line with Carole at Barnes and Noble in Columbus, he was reading his favourite chapter of Blaine Anderson's coming out book. Mostly to distract from his nervous energy, he was going to be meeting his idol at any moment and he literally didn't know what to do with himself. He'd barely slept the previous night and when he did had dream after dream of waking up too late to go to the signing.
...and hindsight really is a wonderful thing. I ran from the bullies, I ran from the problem. I was lucky enough to have supportive parents who could stretch to the tuition of a private school. It was a safe haven. But I should have been braver. I should have had more courage to say something at the time, to refuse to be a victim. It troubles me to this day that others may have been bullied after me, others that could have been prevented if I'd spoken up. Prejudice is just ignorance. Nobody should wake up in the morning and rather wish they were dead than go to school...
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'Ready?'
Blaine looked up from his seat to see Maddie, who was part of his management, standing in the doorway. 'Um, yeah.'
'You ok?'
'Just a bit nervous,' Blaine replied, standing up. 'Some people have actually turned up right?'
Maddie smiled. 'Oh yeah, a few.'
Blaine followed her through various hallways and doors before arriving into the book store and was led towards the temporary made stage area. As he walked into public view Blaine was stunned by the amount of people he could see and all the noise and flashing cameras. He'd honestly thought that maybe fifty people would turn up, but this was unbelievable. He took a moment to let it all sink in and then sat down at the table, ready.
It wasn't until an hour later that Blaine looked up and spotted Kurt in the distance, standing about thirty people back and talking with Carole. Suddenly, Blaine had butterflies in his tummy. He felt awful that his mind was half occupied with Kurt whilst meeting all the lovely people who had come to see him.
He decided to take a five minute bathroom break to get himself together and when he checked his phone saw that he had a text from Kurt. He opened it with slightly shaky fingers.
From: Kurt
Hey Cooper! I'm in Columbus lining up to meet Blaine Anderson. OMG I'm a bag of nerves right now lol! How's your gran doing? I hope she's getting better and hope you're not missing school too much :)
Blaine smiled at the text before responding. When he was done he went back to the signing, feeling more and more nervous as Kurt neared the front of the line. Finally a security guard let Kurt and Carole through. Kurt stepped forward to the table tentatively.
'Hi,' Blaine said, smiling up at Kurt who looked completely awestruck and adorable.
'It's s-so great to meet you,' Kurt replied, passing his book over. Blaine made sure their hands touched in the exchange which just sent his pulse racing even more than it had been.
This is ridiculous, I've been in Kurt's house, in his bedroom, he texted me ten minutes ago!
Blaine swallowed nervously. 'Thanks so much for coming today, I really appreciate it. What's your name?'
'It's Kurt.'
'Kurt? Are you the guy I tweeted about coming to Ohio?'
'Oh um... y-yeah that... that was me.'
'I recognise you from your icon, ' Blaine said as he wrote a message in the book. 'So you're from Ohio huh?'
'Yeah, from Lima.'
Blaine finished off by signing his name and handed the book back to Kurt who was looking adorable and flushed in the cheeks. Then Carole appeared by his side and Blaine smiled at her.
'Thanks so much for writing this book,' she said to Blaine. 'It took real courage and you're such a role model to Kurt, he had trouble with bullies in school and-'
'Carole,' Kurt hissed in embarrassment and Blaine laughed.
'Sorry, I'm just a bit over excited,' Carole giggled.
'That's ok,' Blaine said and then looked at Kurt. 'Would you like a photo?'
'Oh, um... yeah thanks.'
Blaine stood up as Carole began to root around in her bag for the camera. He stood by Kurt, who rolled his eyes at Carole but he was smiling too. 'Sorry about my step Mom, she's just excited to be out of Lima.'
Blaine laughed and then his eyes met Kurt's and he almost had to catch a breath. Kurt frowned slightly and then they were both interrupted by Carole saying she was ready.
Blaine went on tiptoes a little and put an arm around Kurt's shoulders, holding on tighter than was necessary. Kurt smelled gorgeous right up close and when Kurt's hand rested gently on his hip Blaine's body temperature felt like it was on fire.
All too quickly they were apart again and the next person was already being lined up to meet him. With a heavy heart, Blaine held out a hand to Kurt, who shook it.
'It was great meeting you Kurt, I hope you're not still having trouble at school.'
'Oh er... well um-'
'Blaine we need to move on,' some guy said, interrupting them.
Kurt carried on, but not about the subject of bullies. 'Anyway, thanks for being so honest about your experiences. You've helped a lot of people, even if you'll never hear about it.'
Blaine felt a lump in his throat. 'That means a lot, thank you.'
Blaine went to sit back down and continue with the signing. As Kurt and Carole made their way out of the store a woman with a clipboard came running up to them. 'Hi I'm Maddie, part of Blaine's management team.'
'Hi,' Kurt smiled. 'Did we leave something?'
'Oh no, nothing like that. Every one hundredth person is being offered the chance to attend a private gig this evening at Dalton Academy.
Kurt's eyes widened in disbelief. 'You're kidding.'
'Am not,' Maddie laughed. 'I take it you're able to come?'
'Of course,' Kurt replied happily, bouncing on his feet a little.
'Cool. Well come with me and I'll give you all the details.'
It was another half hour until Kurt and Carole finally sat down to lunch, starving hungry after the long morning. Kurt was on cloud nine and looked at his phone for the first time since meeting Blaine.
From: Cooper
Hi Kurt! My gran's not responding as well as they'd like to treatment so it's a waiting game at the moment. But she's stable :) The Blaine thing was today? Wow! Was it good? A let down? Yeah the no school thing is pretty cool lol but I'll have to catch up eventually :(
To: Cooper
OMG Cooper, Blaine Anderson was even more perfect than I'd imagined. I'm screwed lol. You can always borrow my class notes if you can look past all the scribbling's in the margins!
To: Cooper
BTW you can call or text me anytime if you need to talk about family stuff or anything ok :)
To: Seb
Blaine was amazing. Such a nice guy, I'm so jealous you went to school with him. I hope your day isn't too boring :) x
Putting his phone down on the table, Kurt took a sip from his diet coke and sighed happily. 'This is the best day of my life.'
Carole smiled. 'I have to say, Blaine Anderson is a very handsome man.'
'And we get to see him again tonight. I. Can't. Wait.'
'Um, about tonight... er...'
'What is it?' Kurt asked. 'Just tell me.'
'Well it's just... your Dad and I were going out for a meal tonight. It's three years today that we met... but of course I'll come with you if you want me to and if there's nobody else. After all this is a once in a lifetime-'
'No no, don't worry about it. Go out with Dad, I can easily get a friend to come with me and then I can drive back with them.'
Carole looked torn. 'Are you sure?'
'Definitely.'
Kurt picked his phone up again to text Sebastian, his number one choice and hoping that the charity lunch he was at didn't have to extend into the evening.
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BlaineAnderson
The day doesn't end there - a few lucky people from the Columbus signing have been invited to an intimate gig along with my friends and family.
2 hours ago via Twitter for Blackberry
WOW had the most amazing 1st day of book signing. Met loads of incredible people and I'm so overwhelmed. You guys rock - thanks so much :)
2 hours ago via Twitter for Blackberry
On route to Ohio for the start of the book tour SOOO EXCITED! :)
1 day ago via Twitter for Blackberry
Bring your copy along, you don't have to buy a new one :) RT britneyrocks24966 OMG I loved your book soooooooo much. Will we have to buy the book again at the signing?
1 week ago via Twitter for Blackberry
I'll make sure it's the first stop on my tour :) RT KurtHummel Please come to your home state of Ohio *hint* *hint*
1 week ago via Twitter for Blackberry
Hey everyone! I've decided to do a BOOK TOUR. I'm so excited to meet you guys! Full details coming soon :)
1 week ago via Twitter for Blackberry
That was so much fun guys, must do it again soon :) xxx
1 week ago via Twitter for Blackberry
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Kurt smiled at Blaine's twitter feed and kicked at a loose stone as he waited for Sebastian outside the entrance to Dalton Academy. Everyone had already gone in and the security team had told him twice already to get a move on. He was getting jittery when a car approached, parked, and Sebastian got out. Kurt sighed in relief.
'Hey,' Sebastian said when he reached Kurt.
Oh God, he looks hot in that suit!
'H-hi. Good timing, it's starting in about ten minutes. Thanks for coming.'
Sebastian winked. 'Thanks for the invite.'
They made their way inside and headed for the auditorium but stopped as Sebastian needed the bathroom. Kurt waited in the hallway, looking at the paintings on the wall and wondering what it would be like to go to Dalton. He'd heard all about the no bullying policy from Sebastian, one of the reasons his parents decided to send him there. Although Kurt doubted that anyone could ever bully Sebastian. His Mom and Dad really didn't know much about their sons.
'Hey are you lost?'
Kurt turned towards the voice to see Blaine Anderson walking up to him, a microphone in one of his hands. He tried to speak but no words came out. Blaine came to a stop in front of him, smiling.
'Um... Kurt right?'
He remembered my name!
'Yeah, that's me,' Kurt managed to say and hoped Blaine wouldn't hear the pounding of his heart. 'Oh and um... don't worry I'm not stalking you or anything, I-I was given a ticket.'
Blaine laughed. 'I know, I saw your name on the list. I'm glad you could come.'
OMG I love him!
'Wild horses wouldn't keep me away.'
'How about a box full of kittens?'
Kurt laughed. 'I'd have to think about that one.'
'Actually I'm glad I've bumped into you... I'm sorry we got cut off before when we were talking at the bookstore... it was really rude and-'
'Oh gosh, no don't apologise,' Kurt quickly said. 'It's fine really.'
'Well I hope you have someone to talk to if you are having trouble with a bully. I know what it's like to feel victimised and helpless.'
Kurt swallowed a lump in his throat. 'Everything's fine... thanks though.'
'Cool,' Blaine smiled. 'Well I hope you like the gig but to be honest you won't see much of it from here.'
Kurt giggled. 'Oh I was just waiting for- Here he is now.'
Blaine turned around to see who Kurt had spotted. His heart sank when he saw Sebastian Smythe making his way towards them. He was wearing an expensive looking suit and Blaine had never seen him out of his Dalton uniform. He had to admit he scrubbed up pretty good.
'Blaine, it's been a long time man,' Sebastian said, holding out his hand.
Blaine shook the offered hand and smiled at Sebastian. 'Yeah, you must be a senior now right?'
'Yep, and captain of the Warblers.'
'Captain?'
'Yeah we don't have a Warbler council anymore.'
Blaine laughed. 'Wow, things have changed.'
'Not everything,' Sebastian shrugged. 'You're still a legend at Dalton you know.'
Blaine laughed. 'I'm sure that will past. Regionals are soon aren't they?'
'Yeah, in three weeks.'
Kurt was standing there, watching their exchange with awe. This was so surreal and most definitely the best day of his life. Blaine Anderson was so much more than he expected. He was kind and funny and gorgeous and-
'Kurt?'
Kurt snapped out of his thoughts. 'Huh, sorry?'
Sebastian laughed. 'I was just telling Blaine that our glee clubs are going up against each other.'
'Oh yeah, that's right,' Kurt replied and he looked at Blaine who was smiling at him. 'I'm in the New Directions.'
'I remember you guys. Really good female lead.'
'So are you screwing that Jed Davidson guy?' Sebastian suddenly asked. Both Kurt and Blaine turned their heads to stare at him. Blaine was too taken aback to answer straight away.
'Um, I don't really like to talk about my personal life. If the media want to waste their time speculating who I may or may not be spending time with... well... I just let them have their fun and-'
'Blaine?' They all looked to see a woman further down the hall, wearing a headset and a clipboard in her hand. 'We need you now.'
'Ok,' Blaine replied before turning back to Kurt and Sebastian. 'I hope you both enjoy the show.'
As soon as Blaine disappeared around a corner, Kurt stared wide eyed at Sebastian. 'Oh my God, I can't believe you asked him that.'
'His reaction said it all though,' Sebastian laughed. 'He's definitely dating that Jed guy.'
'Yeah I guess so,' Kurt admitted as they walked to the auditorium. 'Did... did he ever date someone at Dalton?'
'Not that I was aware of, unless it was in secret.'
They reached the door and security let them through, just as the auditorium dimmed and the stage lights came on.
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Kurt could have sworn that Blaine's gaze fell on him on a number of occasions during the gig but in hindsight figured it was much more likely to be Sebastian who had caught his eye. Maybe Blaine had a crush on Sebastian at school. Maybe-
'We're here.'
Sebastian pulled up outside Kurt's house and cut the engine. They both undid their seatbelts and turned towards each other. 'Thanks for the ride.'
Sebastian smiled. 'Thanks for letting me be your plus one. I had a great time; Blaine really knows how to put on a show.'
'You were right about him having loads of energy, it was amazing.'
'Blaine's not the only one who's amazing.'
Kurt's eyes widened. 'Um...'
Sebastian leaned in slowly. He tipped Kurt's chin up lightly with his fingers and softly pressed their lips together. When he pulled away he reached for Kurt's hand. 'Was that ok?'
Holy fuck!
'Y-yeah,' Kurt said, his head light. 'More than ok.'
'Tonight wasn't exactly a date, so I thought maybe we could go out on a proper date? I'll collect you from your house and everything.'
Kurt giggled and smiled. 'Yeah I'd like that.'
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After the gig Blaine invited a few of his friends to a bar. He arrived last as he had stayed behind at Dalton to shower and change. He walked straight over to Nick and Jeff. 'Guys?'
'Hey man, awesome set tonight,' Jeff smiled.
'Yeah, you were great Blaine,' Nick added.
'Thanks... it's so great to see you two as well.'
'Drink?' Jeff asked, but Blaine shook his head.
'Um...can I talk to you both?'
Jeff frowned. 'I thought we already were talking.'
'No, I mean... well... the thing is I've got myself in a bit of a mess.'
Nick suddenly looked concerned. 'What do you mean?'
Blaine took a deep breath. 'I think I've developed a bit of a crush on someone.'
'Is it me?' Jeff asked, chuckling to himself.
'Babe, why don't you go and mingle?'
'Ok,' Jeff said with a roll of his eyes. He kissed his boyfriend on the cheek, gave Blaine a quick hug and then walked off.
'Sorry about him, I could see in your eyes that this was nothing to joke about and he's already been drinking quite a bit.'
'It's fine, really.'
'Shall we sit down?' Blaine nodded and they found an empty table. 'So this crush?'
'Ok, um... I'm doing this movie soon about a geeky teenage kid and I was supposed to go undercover at a school for a day or two but...'
'You met a guy?' Nick asked with a sympathetic smile.
Blaine sighed. 'Yeah, Kurt.'
'What school did you go to?'
'McKinley.'
Nick raised an eyebrow. 'Our old glee club rivals?'
'Yeah. I couldn't risk Dalton and needed a school without a uniform code.'
'So what's this Kurt like then?'
Blaine instantly smiled. 'He's... he's stunning, and suchan amazing person. I found out he was following me on twitter, and when I was at his house-'
'Woah... slow down a second. You went to his house?'
'Yeah, I ended up staying at the school for nearly two weeks. Kurt was the first person I met and we talked a bit and shared some classes. Then he was preparing this school speech thing so I offered my help over the weekend.'
'Right. So what happened at his house? Did you kiss or something? Does he know it's you?'
'No no, nothing like that. I saw that he had my coming out book.'
'Oh, he's a fan?' Nick asked with a raised eyebrow.
Blaine nodded. 'He mentioned that he'd probably never get to meet me and that's what gave me the idea for the book tour.'
'So Kurt came to the signing today?'
'Yeah.'
'Have you er... got a photo of him?'
Blaine rolled his eyes but got his phone and began scrolling through his photos. He'd managed to get Kurt to pose by saying he liked everyone's picture attached to their numbers, blah blah. When he finally located it he handed his phone over to Nick, who whistled.
'Fuck me, he's gorgeous.'
Blaine groaned. 'Not really helping Nick.'
'Sorry. Looks a little familiar actually. How old is he?'
'Eighteen. He sings in his glee club, gets bullied for being gay and has dreams of making it on Broadway one day.'
'Are you sure you're not talking about yourself?' Nick teased. 'Well that explains the familiarity; we must have competed against him at regionals two years ago.'
'We did. Remember those original songs?'
'Oh yeah, that year... are you sure you're not just drawn to him because he reminds you of how high school was for you.'
'Maybe... I... the thing is I can't stop thinking about him. I mean, yeah I wanna help with the bullies and I relate completely to his dreams but...'
'You really wanna fuck him too?'
'Nick.'
'Sorry,' Nick said with a smirk as Blaine's cheeks flushed.
'It's not like that... I don't mean to sound conceited but if I was just after a hook up I wouldn't have to look very far.'
'So it's more than just... a physical attraction?'
'Yeah.'
Nick nodded. 'Right... Blaine when do we stop calling this a crush? It's clear you're completely besotted by this guy.'
Blaine groaned into his hands. 'Oh god this is such a mess... and you haven't even heard the worst bit yet.'
'Go on.'
'I think he's dating Sebastian Smythe.'
Nick's eyes widened. 'What? The Sebastian Smythe that goes to Dalton and tries to fuck every guy he lays eyes on?'
A horrible feeling went through Blaine's body. What if that was his plan with Kurt? To get laid and fuck off? Surely he was growing out of that behaviour by now. 'Yes, that Sebastian Smythe.'
'Why do you think they're dating?'
'Well for a start Kurt brought him tonight as his plus one.'
'Wait... Kurt was at the gig as well?'
'Yeah, I er... made sure he got a ticket.'
'You made sure he got one of the random tickets given to every one hundredth person?'
'Uh huh,' Blaine said quietly and Nick laughed.
'Jesus Blaine... so what about Jed?'
'I know, I'm a horrible boyfriend.'
'Are you two still screwing?'
Blaine winced at the crudeness but nodded his head. 'It's all we really do to be honest.'
Nick rolled his eyes playfully. 'Poor you getting loads of sex.'
'But it's not meaning anything anymore. It's just a way of... um...'
'Getting off?'
'You've really got a way with words Nicholas.'
'Hey, only Jeff can call me Nicholas.'
Blaine frowned. 'I didn't know he called you that.'
'Well... in certain um... situations,' Nick said, blushing.
Blaine laughed. 'Oh my God, he uses it in sex talk?'
Nick cleared his throat. 'Anyway, back to you and Jed. So things haven't been good between you?'
Blaine sighed and thought for a moment about how to word his reply. 'For Jed, I think everything's... perfect.'
'I see,' Nick nodded. 'He's embraced the new LA lifestyle as though he was born to it?'
'Yeah. He wants to attend showbiz parties and spend hours at the gym. The other day I was loading the dishwasher and he said we needed to get someone in to do it for us... it's crazy. He doesn't even want to contemplate leaving the state of California even for a few days.'
'Money and fame change people Blaine... and very rarely for the better. What was it you saw in him at the beginning?'
'We bonded from the first day of rehearsals in New York. The rest of the cast were ten years plus older than us. He was good looking, passionate about Broadway, fun, he liked me... maybe he just said all the right things and didn't necessarily mean them. I don't know anymore.'
'So... take Jed and Sebastian out of the equation. Would you be interested in Kurt?'
Blaine looked at the floor and then back at his friend as he whispered, 'Yeah.'
'Well I think you should break up with Jed, concentrate on your movie and when that wraps see if you still feel the same.'
'And if I did?'
'Then you jump on a plane to Ohio, turn up at Kurt's house as yourself and fuck him senseless all night long.'
'What about Sebastian?'
Nick laughed off the suggestion. 'We both know Sebastian doesn't do relationships.'
'It's two years since we've been at Dalton, Sebastian might have changed.'
'Ok, so Kurt and Sebastian are deeply in love and planning marriage and babies... do you tell him everything?'
Blaine felt a little sick. The thought of Sebastian being Kurt's one and only didn't seem right at all. 'No I... I couldn't do that to Kurt... not if he was happy.'
'So you'd walk away?'
'Of course I would... anyway this is all hypothetical. I have a boyfriend who I love and to not even try and rectify things would be a mistake.'
'Figure out your shit with Jed then,' Nick said with a sympathetic smile. 'Have it out with him. Lay everything down on the table and figure out whether your relationship is dead in the water or not.'
'Hmm... yeah that's what I've been avoiding, the talking part.'
'Nervous?'
'Yeah, scared shitless to be honest.'
'That he'll tell you to fuck off or that he'll thank you for pointing out his big head and he'll promise things will change.'
Blaine swallowed hard. 'I don't know.'
'Wanna hear something that would make you spit out your drink if we had one?'
Blaine laughed. 'Always.'
'You remember that time Jeff and I broke up for two months?'
'Yeah, what about it?'
'During that time Jeff slept with Sebastian.'
Blaine's eyes widened. 'No.'
Nick nodded and laughed humourlessly. 'He was so angry and ashamed of himself that he came running to me straight after. Funnily enough it's what got us talking again and maybe without that we wouldn't have got back together.'
'Shit... why did you never tell me?'
Nick shrugged. 'I don't know. I had a week long fling with a guy myself... but it just didn't feel right you know?'
Blaine smiled at his friend. 'Well that's because you and Jeff are made for each other... did Sebastian ever try it on with you?'
'Once but I politely declined... what about you?'
'A few times,' Blaine admitted. 'If he didn't have his reputation I may have gone on a date with him, he's not exactly ugly.'
'You're such a prude Anderson.'
'I prefer the word romantic,' Blaine smiled.
'Yeah well... please be careful. Try not to break too many hearts.'
'Thanks Nick, you're the best.'
Nick laughed. 'You're still in a mess Blaine, I haven't helped at all.'
'Just talking it all through has been a huge weight off my shoulders.'
Nick reached across the table and squeezed Blaine's hand. 'Well, anytime man.'
'Right enough of this depressing nonsense. How's the house of Nick and Jeff been?'
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Kurt was on cloud nine and was amazed he even got any sleep as his mind was just couldn't shut off. He spoke to Mercedes on the phone Sunday morning, dying to tell someone he had been asked out on a real proper date and to gush about meeting Blaine Anderson. By the time he returned home from working in the garage for a few hours he had several text messages waiting for him.
From: Tina
Aww Kurt I'm so happy for you x
From: Rachel
OMG I need all the details Kurt. Who is he? Where did you meet? When's your date? Where is he taking you? What are you going to wear? Reply asap xx
From: Santana
Nice one Hummel, hope he's a hot piece of ass!
From: Finn
Dude what's this about you having a boyfriend?
From: Finn
Does Burt know about it?
From: Seb
Are we still on for that official date? x
To: Seb
Of course, unless there's an earthquake or something :) x
From: Seb
Just checking ;) Can't wait to see you again x
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AN
This turned out a lot longer than I had intended, especially the Blaine/Nick conversation which seemed to write itself, but I hope you all enjoyed it O.o Thanks so much to those who commented on the last chapter it really means a lot and it was great inspiration/motivation to writing this chapter. I replied to all those who don't have PM disabled. One reviewer who did have PM disabled said they hoped Sebastian wouldn't be playing a significant part in this story... I know it seems like Kurtbastian is going places, but let's just say that Seb will soon show his true colours :X I really appreciate hearing your feedback so please let me know what you thought of chapter 5, or the story in general, or how much you hate Jed hahaha!
*Chuggeroo* :)
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