A/N: I am so sorry it took so long to get this out. For those of you who are still reading this, here is the next chapter. Since it took so long to I made this chapter a little longer. As always, all reviews and comments are welcomed.
Disclaimer: I own nothing that is associated with Glee.
Chapter 10
Due to a last minute appointment, Blaine's parents flew in on Friday morning instead of that Thursday night. They had scheduled a car service to pick them up and Blaine's father was dropped off at his meeting while Blaine's mother went straight to the house with their luggage. Blaine and Sam didn't have to be to work until 10 so they were there to greet Mrs. Anderson and take her luggage upstairs, but had to leave right after she got there.
"Hey mom, sorry Sam and I can't stay and talk but we have to leave for work so we won't be late." Blaine said as he hugged his mother.
"Yeah Mrs. Anderson, but make yourself at home. You're welcomed to any and everything you want and we will see you when we get in."
"Sam, what did I tell you about calling me Mrs. Anderson? One of these days you're going to have to get use to calling me Laura, or mom." She said that last part quietly, but Blaine heard her and just shook his head at her.
"I'm sorry, I keep forgetting. I'm just not use to addressing my elders by their first name Mrs. A. Oh, how about I call you Mr. and Mrs. A. It makes you sound like some kind of double agents or something."
"I guess it will be ok, but only you can call us that, no one else."
"Now that we've got that settled, mom we really have to go. We won't be home late and again you and dad make yourselves at home." Blaine said as he and Sam left for work.
Laura noticed that the boys had made a fresh pot of coffee before they left so she poured herself a cup, then wandered around the down stairs looking at some of the pictures the boys had put up. Some were small paintings and drawings that Sam had done. There were some pictures of their friends from McKinley, and also photos of the boys, some individual ones and some of the boys together. One or two had them smiling lovingly at each other. She just shook her head.
"They'll figure it out sooner or later." She said to herself.
Once she finished her cup of coffee, she rinsed out her cup then went upstairs to change into something more comfortable while she waited for everyone to get home. She decided she was going to cook dinner and went back down to the kitchen to see what was in the refrigerator that she could make. She found some chicken in the freezer and took it out to defrost. Then she went into the living room to relax.
Laura didn't even realize she had fallen asleep until a knock at the front door woke her up. She opened it to find her husband and her oldest son, Cooper, standing there.
"Look who I ran into after my meeting" James said as he walked in and kissed his wife.
"Hi mom!" Cooper said kissing his mother on the cheek when he came in the door.
"Hi sweetheart, I was hoping to get to see you while we were here."
"Yeah, Blaine called me and told me you guys were coming, so I made sure that my schedule was cleared so I could spend some time with you guys."
Cooper and his mother went into the kitchen and while James went upstairs to change out of his suite. When he was done he went back downstairs and the three of them sat around and caught up with each other while waiting for Blaine and Sam to come home. While they waited, Laura started dinner.
As soon as Blaine and Sam walked in the door their mouths started watering. The aroma of whatever was cooking taking over their senses.
"Oh my God, what is that delicious smell?" Sam asked.
"Smells like mom made dinner." Blaine answered.
They walked back to the kitchen where Blaine's mother was putting the finishing touches on dinner while Coop and James sat at the counter drinking a beer.
"Hey everyone, we're home." Blaine announced as he went to kiss his mom.
Sam went over and shook hands with Coop and Mr. Anderson. Then he went over and greeted Blaine's mom, while Blaine went over to his brother and father.
"Hi dad, it's good to see you. And what are you doing here Coop?"
"What, you thought I was going to let you have mom and dad all to yourself this weekend?"
"Yes!" Blaine joked with his brother.
"Not a chance Squirt!" Cooper said as he ruffled Blaine's hair.
"It smells so good in here; I can't wait to eat whatever it is you made." Sam said.
"What you smell is my famous Spicy Honey Glazed chicken, and I also made some garlic mashed potatoes and fresh asparagus. Now dinner is just about done, so you two go get cleaned up while I put everything out on the table."
"Yes ma'am Mrs. A" Sam said racing out of the kitchen with Blaine right behind him.
James turned and looked at his wife.
"Mrs. A?"
"We came to a compromise. Sam's not comfortable calling us James and Laura and I think Mr. and Mrs. Anderson is to formal with Sam so we settled on Mr. and Mrs. A. "
He just chuckled as he and Cooper helped put the food out on the table. Once Blaine and Sam came back down they all sat around the table and ate dinner while enjoying some light conversation.
Meanwhile over in Bushwick Kurt was in his loft bored out of his mind. Both Santana and Rachel were out and he did not feel like going out anywhere. He was sitting on the sofa, flipping through channels and trying not to think about what was going on over at Blaine's place. He knew that Blaine's parents would be there by now and it irritated him to think that is was Sam who got to spend time with and bond with them instead of him. After all he was their future son-in-law, not Sam. He decided to text Blaine to see how things were going:
'Hey handsome, I just wanted to see how things were going with your parents visit.' Send
Back at Blaine and Sam's house they were enjoying dinner while explaining how their co-workers refuse to believe that they are not a couple when Blaine's phone beeped indicating he just received a text.
Taking his phone out he saw it was from Kurt. After reading it he typed out a quick reply:
'Everything is going good, my parents got in safely. We are actually in the middle of dinner and my mom hates the use of cell phones at the dinner table so I will talk to you later.' Send
"Who was that sweetheart?" Blaine's mother asked.
"That was Kurt. He was just asking how your visit was going so far and he says hello."
The look on Laura's face told Blaine that she was still upset with Kurt over the whole him answering Blaine's phone the other night. So instead of just putting the phone away, he turned it completely off. There was a moment of awkward silence before Blaine's father spoke up.
"So Sam, Mr. and Mrs. A huh? I like it. It sounds so secret agent like."
"That's exactly what I said." Sam said smiling.
And just like that they were back to laughing and joking around and enjoying themselves.
Back at the loft Kurt was still sitting on the sofa and still just as irritated as he was before he text Blaine. He thought that instead of Blaine telling him that they were having dinner and that he couldn't talk, Blaine should have invited him over so that he could try and make things right with Blaine's mother.
The more he thought about it, the angrier he got. It was then that Santana and Rachel came into the loft carrying bags and laughing until they noticed Kurt sitting in the living room with a deep frown on his face.
"What's up with you Lady Hummel, and why are you here instead of at Blaine's with your future in-laws?" Santana asked.
"I'm here because I wasn't invited to Blaine's. I think Blaine's mom is still upset with me about the way I answered Blaine's phone that night. And I'm upset because while I stuck here Sam is over there forming an even stronger bond with them. That should be me, not him."
"O.K., and on that note I'm going to go and put my new clothes away." Santana said and walked off to her room.
Santana had a feeling that since Sam came out as Bi that Blaine's crush on the tall blond may have returned. In fact she was sure that Blaine's feelings went way beyond a crush and that they weren't so one sided anymore. That coupled with the fact that Blaine's parents were crazy about Sam, but wasn't too fond of Kurt, she really didn't see a Klaine reunion happening. She just hoped the fall out wouldn't be too bad.
Back in the living room;
"Are you going to be alright Kurt?" Rachel asked.
"Yeah, I just feel like Blaine is slipping through my fingers and Sam is waiting right there with open arms to catch him."
"I doubt that Kurt. I don't even think Sam is interested in Blaine like that."
"Trust me, he is. You didn't see them that morning I went over there after our night out. Sam had made them this nice breakfast and they were laughing and joking around while they cleaned up the kitchen like I wasn't even there. And what's worst is I think Blaine is interested in Sam again."
"Oh Kurt, I'm so sorry. But you know what, you can't give up. So tonight didn't go as you hoped it would. I say first thing tomorrow morning you go over there with coffee and you show the Andersons that you are serious about their son and you let Blaine know that you are not giving up on the two of you."
"You know what, you're right. Blaine and I are meant to be together and I need to remind him of that. However I don't want to just show up unannounced so I'm just going to shoot Blaine a text to let him know that I'm coming over tomorrow morning."
'Blaine, I missed you tonight. I really wanted a chance to make things right with your mother, so how about I come by tomorrow morning with coffee from my favorite café. I'll see you tomorrow.' Send
After a while when Kurt did not get a response he figured that everything was a go.
Back at Blaine and Sam's place everyone was getting ready to turn in for the night. Everyone had had a long day and was ready to go to bed. It was decided that Cooper would sleep on the couch and head home in the morning after breakfast for fresh clothes. Blaine's parents headed up to Blaine's room and after getting his brother a sheet, blanket and pillow Blaine went up to Sam's room. They both got ready for bed then crashed. Blaine, forgetting to turn his cell phone back on, never got Kurt's text about coming over the next morning.
The following morning found Blaine and Sam wrapped up in each other's arms as usual. Blaine sleepily blinked his eyes open to find his head resting comfortably on Sam's shoulder. He turned his head to look up at Sam only to find a pair of beautiful green eyes looking down at him.
"Good morning." Sam said softly.
"Good morning to you." Blaine replied smiling up at Sam.
"Did you sleep well last night?" Sam asked.
"I always sleep well when I'm next to you." Blaine answered.
"I could get use to this you know. Waking up with you snuggled up in my arms." Sam said as his hand started rubbing the small of Blaine's back where it was resting.
"I think I'm already used to it." Blaine replied as he unconsciously rubbed his hand across Sam's chest.
Neither of them realized how close they had moved their faces to each other until their noses were touching and they could feel the others breathe on their lips.
Sam knew he was asking for trouble, but could not force himself to move away from Blaine. Just once he wanted to know what it would feel like to kiss his best friend. He thought Blaine might be feeling the same way since he had yet to move away as well.
Just as Sam thought he had himself under control and was about to move back he looks down and saw Blaine's tongue run across his bottom lip and that was it for Sam. He threw caution to the wind and closing what little space was between them, connected his lips with Blaine's. Blaine responded immediately, taking in a deep breath through his nose and pushing forward and deepening the kiss.
The moment their lips touched Sam felt this electric current flow through him. His whole body was tingling, and he was super aware of every part of his body that was touching Blaine, and one particular part that wasn't being touched.
For Blaine, he literally saw fireworks burst behind his eyelids. His whole body felt like it was floating on a cloud and he knew right then and there that he never wanted that feeling to go away.
Just as Blaine was about to roll on top of Sam and really get into it, there was a knock on the door. They pulled apart, but never broke eye contact as Sam called out:
"Who is it?"
"It's me Sam, Mrs. A. I didn't wake you did I."
Hearing it was his mom; Blaine regrettably rolled away from Sam and sat up. Sam sat up as well and made sure his lower half was well covered to hide his current state of arousal.
"Saved by a knock" Sam mumbles to himself, and then more loudly, "No, we're up. Come on it."
Opening the door and stepping in the room Laura noticed how flushed her son's check were and how Sam avoided meeting her eyes. At that moment she wanted to kick herself for possibly interrupting something between the boys.
"Good morning boys. I hope I didn't interrupt anything." She said looking guilty if she did while at the same time hopeful that there was something to interrupt.
This caused Sam to blush now while Blaine wanted to scream that she just interrupted the best morning of his life.
"No Mrs. A. Blaine and I both just woke up. Is everything OK?" Sam asked.
"Yes Sam, everything is fine. I wanted to make breakfast and was hoping you would show me how you make that French toast that I like. The last time I tried to make it on my own it just didn't come out right."
"Sure Mrs. A, no problem. Let me just wash my face and brush my teeth and I will meet you down in the kitchen."
With that Mrs. Anderson left, closing the door behind her.
"Well, that was awkward. Mom always did have the worst timing." Blaine said running his hands over his face.
"Maybe it's for the best that she interrupted us before things went too far." Sam said as he went to get out of bed.
"Is that how you really feel?"Blaine asked, trying to sound like what Sam said didn't hurt just a little.
"I don't know how I feel. I do know that I've wanted to kiss you for a while now. And I do know that I wouldn't mind waking up like that every morning. But I also know that you're still considering giving your relationship with Kurt another chance. So I really don't want to even think about starting something with you just to have you tell me that you're going back to Kurt."
With that Sam walked out of the room going to the bathroom then downstairs where Blaine's mom was waiting for him. Blaine remained in Sam's bed thinking about what Sam just said to him. Did he hear that right that Sam had wanted to kiss him for a while? That Sam did want to be with him, but was just afraid of him choosing Kurt.
And was he really ready to move on from Kurt and start a relationship with Sam. Blaine had some things to think about. He wanted to make sure he was really over Kurt, because the last thing he wanted to do was hurt Sam. He would never forgive himself for that.
After about 15 minutes of just sitting there, Blaine reluctantly left the comfort of Sam's bed. He headed to the bathroom where his father was coming out having taken his shower for the day. They said their good mornings before Blaine went into the bathroom. Afterwards he went downstairs to the kitchen. Cooper and their father were sitting at the counter like the night before and Sam was cooking and laughing with his mother over by the stove.
Once everything was done they sat around the table eating and thinking of what they were going to do for the day. It's was decided that since Blaine and his mother haven't had a shopping day in a while they would spend the day doing just that, while Sam and Mr. Anderson would accompany Coop back to his place so he can get showered and put on some fresh clothes. Then they would hang out around the city. Cooper announced that later that evening he would be taking everyone out to dinner at his favorite Italian restaurant, Lavagna, his treat.
After breakfast Blaine's mom went upstairs to shower and get dress while Blaine, Sam and Cooper cleaned up the kitchen. His father went to the living room to check something's on his laptop. They were just about done when they heard Blaine's mom finish in the bathroom. Sam turned to Blaine and asked.
"Are you going to get in the shower now?"
Without thinking Blaine replied, "Yeah, why you want to join me?"
Sam's checks, ears and neck instantly turned red as he looked at Blaine with wide eyes and then over at Cooper to see if he heard that. Judging from the smirk on his face, he did.
"Do you two always shower together?" Cooper asked.
Blaine was flustered realizing he said that out loud and not in his head.
"I didn't mean… I mean that wasn't supposed… I'm going to go and take my shower now so I don't keep mom waiting." Blaine said and rushed out of the kitchen.
"Is there something going on between you and my little brother that I should know about?" Cooper asked.
"No, no there is nothing going on. I have no idea what would make him say something like that." Sam answered not looking at Coop.
"OK, if you say so, but just so you know. If there was something going on me and the parental units would definitely be ok with it." Coop said before putting the last dry dish away and walking out of the kitchen, leaving Sam to think about what he said.
Blaine finished quickly in the bathroom, then hearing his mother was dressed and downstairs he grabbed his phone out of Sam's room then went to his own room to get dressed. Checking to see if he had any missed calls or any more text from Kurt he noticed he never turned his phone back on. Turning it back on he noticed he had a text from Kurt and groaned when he read it.
Just then there was a knocked at the door and Blaine couldn't get dressed fast enough. Since Sam was half way up the stair, Coop answered to door. He was surprised to see Kurt standing there.
"Cooper, I had no idea you were going to be here. How are you doing?" Kurt asked, trying to hide how annoyed he was at having to deal with another person who didn't really like him.
"Yeah well with my parents in town I decided I wasn't going to let Blainey and Sammy hog them all to themselves. I'm doing well though, thanks for asking." Cooper said walking back to the living room after letting Kurt in.
Hearing that it was Kurt at the door, Sam continued upstairs, passing Blaine as he headed to the bathroom.
"Kurt's downstairs for you." Sam said to Blaine, voice sounding a little off.
Blaine knew that this is what Sam was talking about this morning. He felt that he had to reassure Sam of something, but he had no idea what. He grabbed his arm stopping him from walking into the bathroom.
"Sam, I had no idea he was coming over this morning. Kurt text me last night after I turned my phone off and I just got it not even five minutes ago when I turned my phone back on. Had I got the text last night I would have told him not to come."
"It doesn't matter and you don't owe me an explanation. I need to get in the shower. You know how impatient your brother can get."
With that he turned to walk into the bathroom, but before he closed the door he turned back and gave Blaine a warm smile to let him know he wasn't mad.
Blaine felt a little better after that and went downstairs to deal with Kurt. He ushered Kurt into the kitchen so that they could talk in private.
"What are you doing here Kurt? You know my mother still isn't happy with you over the whole phone incident from the other night."
"I know, but I thought I could at least try and show her how sorry I was. I text you last night to let you know that I was coming over. Since you didn't reply saying not to, I thought it was ok."
"I didn't reply because I didn't get the text until this morning. Otherwise I would have told you that you have to let my mother forgive you in her own time."
"OK, I get it. It's just that I really want your parents to like me. Maybe I could take you all out to lunch or something. No pressure to forgive, just a nice friendly meal. Cooper can even come to since he's hanging around this weekend."
Blaine wanted to scream. It's like Kurt didn't hear a word he said about giving his mother time.
"We already have plans for today. Mom and I are going shopping since we haven't done that in a while. I have no idea what my dad, Cooper and Sam are doing."
Kurt cringed at the thought of Sam being included in anything that has to do with Blaine's family. It should be him that they are welcoming with open arms, not Sam.
Just then Blaine's mother walked into the kitchen.
"Sweetheart, I called for a car service to pick us up and it will be here soon. I figured that would be easier than trying to hail a cab all day." She said without even looking at Kurt.
Cooper walked into the kitchen to put his cup in the sink and stood next to his mother. Sam came down the back staircase hoping to avoid Kurt only to run into him in the kitchen.
"God, I love that back staircase. We needed one of those in our house to make it easier for me to sneak in after curfew." Cooper joked.
"Your father and I still would have caught you. Are you boys getting ready to go?"
"Yes we are. I need to go home and get showered and changed."
"What are we doing today anyway?" Sam asked going over to stand on the other side of Blaine's mom.
"Dad somehow managed to get box seats to the Yankees game. They're supposed to be retiring their former manager's, Joe Torre, number before the game so that should be interesting. I think they're playing against the White Sox."
"What are we standing around here for then? Come on, let's go. You know you take forever getting dressed Coop."
Cooper just rolled his eyes at Sam then leaned over to kiss his mother on the cheek.
"We'll see you later mom. You and the squirt have fun shopping, but don't forget our reservation is for 7, so don't be late."
Cooper walked out of the kitchen followed by Sam who got a bottle of water out of the fridge first. A few minutes later they heard the front door open and close indicating that the three men left.
"Blaine, I'm going to grab my purse from upstairs and by then the car should be here. Kurt, you have a nice day."
"Well, that was fun. I see Sam is fitting in quite nicely with your family." Kurt said not even trying to hide the jealousy he felt about that.
"Kurt, it's no secret how my family feels about Sam. Let me walk you to the door. I'll call you tomorrow."
"Wow, you aren't even going to invite me to go shopping with you, or at least to dinner with you all tonight. Oh, but I'm pretty sure Sam will be there."
Before Blaine could respond his mother came back into the kitchen informing Blaine that their car was there. Kurt told Blaine that he would see himself out and left. Mrs. Anderson asked Blaine if he was ok and when he said he was fine they left out as well.
Once Blaine and his mother started shopping he forgot all about his run in with Kurt that morning. He had forgotten how much he enjoyed spending time with his mother like this. He wished he could do it more often.
Across town the Anderson men and Sam were have a great time at the game. Sam was a huge baseball fan and he hadn't been to a live game since he was younger and his father had taken him. He really appreciated Mr. Anderson including him in like this and he had no problem telling him so.
"I really appreciate you letting me tag along with you and Cooper today Mr. A."
"Sam, I thought we went over this. You are family too so of course I would include you in on this. Besides as much as I love my son, there is only so much time I could spend with him one on one before he starts to drive me crazy."
"Hey, I'm sitting right here. I can hear you. Oh and thanks for the reminder. I will be bringing someone to dinner tonight, so please don't embarrass me. Her name is Lisa and I really like."
"We'll try and behave, but what made you want to bring a date tonight." Mr. Anderson asked.
"I figured with everyone else coupled up I didn't want to feel like the fifth wheel."
"Blaine and I are not a couple though Coop, we're just friends, room-mates."Sam said while his cheeks and ears started turning red.
"Right, because friends always asks friends to join them in the shower."
"Coop, it wasn't what you think. Blaine didn't mean to say that out loud."
"But he was thinking it, right."
Sam was turning redder and redder by the minute. As much as he was enjoying the game he wanted to be anywhere else but there.
"Alright Coop, stop teasing Blaine's boyfriend, I mean best friend. I'm sorry; I sometimes get my B words mixed up." Mr. Anderson said trying to hold in his laugh.
After that, they went back to enjoying the game. Sam had a hard time concentrating on the game though. He's mind keep going over Mr. A. referring to him as Blaine's boyfriend, although he corrected himself. Then there was what Cooper said to him earlier, that his parents would be ok with him and Blaine being together.
Later on Sam and Mr. Anderson arrived home to start getting ready for dinner. Cooper went back to his place to get ready as well. He informed them that he rented a car and driver for the evening and would be picking them up at 6:15. Blaine and his mother were already home getting ready.
Everyone was dressed and at 6:15 Cooper and his date was there to pick them up. He introduced everyone to his date when they got into the car and were on their way. He had made reservations at his favorite Italian restaurant, Lavagna. The atmosphere at dinner was light and friendly. Lisa, who worked on the set of the TV show Cooper was on, got along well with everyone. Cooper's mother really liked her and thought she was good for Cooper.
Laura noticed, but didn't say anything; how Sam and Blaine were eating off of each other's plates like this was something they did often.
Everyone was having a good time and enjoying themselves and looking around Blaine couldn't help but think about Kurt's words. It was true, his family did love Sam. They welcomed him with open arms and would do anything for Sam. And if Blaine was to be honest, he loved Sam to.
What started as a crush in high school grew into love and it never went away. He just buried it deep down thinking that he was meant to be with Kurt. Then there was the little thing of Sam being straight, so he didn't think Sam was an option. He's now grateful that Kurt turned down his proposal, and finding out that Sam was bi gave him new hope that maybe he could get what, or who he really wanted after all. And if that kiss this morning was any indication, Sam felt the same way.
Blaine knew what he needed to do now. He just wasn't looking forward to it.
Sam noticed that Blaine had got quiet and leaned over to ask if he was ok.
"Hey B, you got real quiet there. Are you ok?"
"Yeah, I'm good, just thinking." Blaine said giving Sam a genuine smile.
With that they rejoined the conversation going on around them and enjoyed the rest of the evening.
The next morning Sam was the first one to wake up. A part of him wanted to stay in bed next to Blaine and possibly have a repeat of yesterday morning. But then not knowing what Blaine's intentions with Kurt were Sam decided not to set himself up for heart break. So he got up and threw on some clothes to go to the bakery and get some things for breakfast. Blaine's parents had an early flight that morning and would probably want something quick. As he walked past Blaine's room he could hear that the Andersons were already up.
Blaine woke up and was a little disappointed to find he was alone in Sam's bed. He figured his friend woke up early and left to avoid a repeat of yesterday. Blaine knew that Sam was just protecting his heart. He had yet to tell him that he decided not to get back together with Kurt.
The smell of fresh coffee got Blaine out of bed and after using the bathroom he headed downstairs just as Sam was coming in with a bag of fresh assorted bagels.
The four of them sat around and ate breakfast while discussing when the boys would come and visit them. They figured it wouldn't be until Thanksgiving and that depended on their work schedule. Not long after they finished breakfast, the car was there to take James and Laura to the airport.
Blaine's mom pulled both boys into a hug.
"Thank you for having us this weekend. I love you both and please if you two need anything, do not hesitate to call us ok."
"We love you too mom and we will." Blaine said turning his face into his mother's neck like he did when he was younger.
"Come on Laura, let the boys go. We're going to miss our flight." James said.
Once his mom released them Blaine walked over and gave his father a hug too.
"I'll talk to you later dad."
Sam went to shake James' hand.
"It was nice having you and Mrs. A here this weekend"
James grabbed Sam's hand but then pulled him into a one arm hug as well.
"It was good seeing you Sam. You two boys take care of each other." James said before letting Sam go.
With that Blaine's parents left for the airport and Blaine was missing them already. Blaine and Sam spent the rest of the morning and some of the afternoon straightening up the house and making sure they had everything together and ready for their first day of classes.
Blaine had tried calling Kurt several times, but each time the phone would just ring before going to voice mail. The last time he called it went straight to voice mail meaning Kurt had turned to phone off. Blaine figured Kurt was still upset about this weekend and was giving him the cold shoulder. He didn't want to leave a message so he decided he'll try him later.
For the rest of the day Blaine and Sam hung around the house and watched TV, played video games and talked about how excited they were about starting classes tomorrow. Since both of them had early classes they decided to shower and turn in early.
Going to their separate rooms Sam told Blaine good night, wishing that Blaine would be sleeping in his room with him again, but he knew this way was for the best. Blaine said good night also wishing he was sleeping in Sam's room with him again. He went to bed forgetting to call Kurt again.
