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Kurt thought about what Blaine said during the weekends. Blaine was right. He shouldn't allow Karofsky to terrify him anymore. Well, not that Kurt would want to stay in McKinley anymore, but Karofsky just needed to know how Kurt feels about the bullying.

Yes, Blaine's right. I should stand for myself. I can't let that douche-bag bring me down anymore. When I go to school on Monday, I'm gonna confront David Karofsky and after I've settled that asshole, I'm gonna talk to dad and transfer to Dalton. 'Cause who knows, he may go berserk and kill me someday like he said he would.

Those words just lingered in Kurt's mind for the whole afternoon.


It took what seemed like forever to get to Monday. Kurt just couldn't wait to stand up for himself for the first time in his entire 17 years of living. He was excited, but somewhat nervous. He had thought all weekend for the perfect things to say.

Soon after, Karofsky walks past Kurt and yelled out, "hey, Kurt Gaymel!"

Kurt looked around the hallways and it was empty as it was still early. He knew it was his perfect chance to get back at Karofsky.

And as Kurt stood rooted to the ground of McKinley, Karofsky walked away pompously.

No, Kurt Hummel. Don't let Karofsky walk away this time. It's the perfect opportunity to get back at the one guy who made your life miserable. The guy who dehumanized you in every way possible. Don't let him get away. Call him out. Let him how much of a douche-bag he is.

Kurt gulped, and hollered, "hey Karofsky, stop right there!"

As he turned around bafflingly, Kurt continued, "do you know how much of a douche-bag you were? Do you know how much I've suffered because of you? I bet you won't ever know how it fuckin' feels like to be so terrified of bumping into someone in the hallways, how it feels like to silently cry in the men's toilet while cleaning and changing out of my slushy-stained sweater. And no, let me tell you this Karofsky, listen up. No matter how many times you wanna shove me to the lockers, or how many times you wanna punch me in my face, you will NEVER be able to punch any more gay outta me than I can punch the ignoramus out of you! And I am the only openly gay kid in this school, or even this town, and I am proud of who I am. And you? Bullying and beating the crap out of people who are proud of themselves... I don't think that's courage."

Holy crap! Did I just say all that to the person I was most terrified of? Oh, yes. Yes I did! Courage. Thank you, Blaine Warbler.

Karofsky was flabbergasted. He would never have believed that Kurt would have the courage to stand up to him.

Karofsky's POV: Ugh. Fuck this. I've been suppressing my feelings for this gay kid for so long, I don't think I can take it any longer. I didn't mean to bully him. I mean, it was so charming that he could be so proud of being gay, and I can't! And the only way that I could cover up is by taking it out on him. I'm actually really sorry, Kurt Ga-, Hummel.

Karofsky couldn't resist himself, and leaned in to kiss Kurt. And before Kurt knew, Karofsky's lips were already on his.

Kurt immediately stepped back, and yelled out, "what the heck do you think you're doing, David?"

Karofsky then pushed Kurt away and let out a loud groan.

"David, I feel like I must tell you this - I will be leaving William McKinley High School as of next term, and transferring to another school. Well, thank you for giving me a not-so-wonderful experience like this, and giving me a chance to stand up for myself. And remember, it's always about courage." Kurt professed, before giving Karofsky a half-crooked smile, and walked away.

Meanwhile, Kurt felt like the weight of the world was lifted off his shoulders. He smiled to himself as he walked gleefully through the hallways. He whipped out his mobile phone, and texted Blaine.

"I've just stood up for myself. My very first time. And that jerk in my school was at a loss for words! I'm so happy :) - - - Kurt x"

"Happy for you, Kurt! Half past four at Lima Coffee Bean tomorrow? You need to tell me more. :) Blaine"

"No prob, see ya! - - - Kurt x"

After Kurt sent out the last message, he slid his phone back into his back pocket.

And as he walked off, he smiled to himself one last time, and muttered out an almost-silent "courage".