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The muttering started across the bar, but Blaine was still in shock. He stood there for what felt like a complete stone age before someone laid a hand on his shoulder. He turned around in surprise and saw a pretty blond girl standing in front of him. Unfortunately, he was no where near good at interacting with people, so he settled for an awkward smile.
'Uh...hello?' said Blaine, scratching his head a little.
The girl smiled. 'Hi, my name is Madeline. I couldn't help but notice you from afar. Is it just me, or have I seen you before?' she asked flirtatiously.
If they did, Blaine certainly had no recollection of this. He waited for her to continue, but when she didn't, he frowned.
'Um. I don't think I have seen you, maybe we passed by or something. ' he said modestly. The girl's smile faltered for a second before reappearing, she placed a hand on his arm.
'Why don't you buy me a drink and we can talk.' she said. 'I really like you.'
'That's okay. I am not really up for a drink right now. I am looking for someone.' Blaine said, smiling. ' But thanks.'
The girl huffed and walked away from him with an annoyed look and an eye roll. Blaine's smile was replaced by a disappointed expression. His shoulders sagged as he eyes fell to the floor. Why does everyone hate me? He thought. It's becoming harder for him to hold his head up again, but he didn't give up. Rather, he looked around for the blue eyed brown haired boy.
He thought he saw a tuff of brown hair peek out from behind the counter. Automatically smiling he made his way across to the bar.
Kurt panted as he leaned against the counter, he spared a glance at Chandler, who was beside him by the counter in the exact same position as he was.
'Holy hell.' said Chandler, between pants.
'Chandler!' said Kurt, now fully facing Chandler. His eyes were stern but weary.
'Kurt!' Mimicked Chandler. There was a pause and they both started laughing.
Kurt wasn't sure whether this was random hysterical laughter, or if he was laughing because his other option was to be terrified, but one thing he knew was that he had probably gone insane. He rolled his eyes as Chandler started rolling on the floor, clutching his stomach and gasping out inaudible squeals of laughter, and as he watched, he realized that no matter how insane he becomes, his friends are always there to assure him that he wasn't the craziest one alive.
Kurt's smile was soon restored to normal and his mood was slightly happier. Chandler finally stopped laughing and perched himself back on his feet and held out his hand to help Kurt. Kurt smiled and stood up, only to stumble back when he saw another man right in front of him. Kurt's sudden surprised passed and he smiled warmly at the curly haired boy.
'Hi, may I help you?' Kurt asked politely. Blaine blushed.
'U-uh. H-hi.' Blaine stuttered, blushing furiously. Chandler chortled but Kurt's eyes flashed in recognition.
'You're Blaine, aren't you? I remember your voice.' said Kurt, extending his hand to Blaine.
Blaine tried not to blush anymore at the statement and shook Kurt's hand. 'Yes. I am.' he said, relieved that he wasn't stuttering. With Kurt's encouraging smile, he continued, 'Are you Kurt?' Stupid question. Obviously he's Kurt- Adam yelled it out for the whole world to hear . Blaine thought. He bit his lip in embarrassment.
'Yup.' said Kurt, he didn't show any sign that he thought it was the stupidest question in the world. Blaine decided he was nice. A flash of realization passed Kurt and his eyes became apologetic. Blaine noticed this but really just wanted Kurt to be happy again. 'Oh my gosh. We were supposed to wait for you. I mean- We were waiting at the gates, but than I started to loose focus because Adam was still there, and Adam is-'
'I know who Adam is.' said Blaine.
'Yeah.' Kurt flinched. ' Anyways, I had a performance afterwards too, so I just left the gates and forgot. I am so sorry! What must you think of me now?' exasperated Kurt. Chandler was unimpressed.
'It's fine, really!' said Blaine, a little sad about Kurt's state.
'And this is the Dapper, exaggerating Kurt Hummel.' said Chandler. Blaine looked over to him.
'Are you Sebastian?' Blaine asked, noticing Chandler's hand on Kurt's shoulder. Kurt couldn't help but smile and laugh a little. What ever this means, Blaine found it contagious as he was involuntarily smiling too now.
'No. I am Chandler Kiehl. A friend of Kurt's. A possible boyfriends Candidate.' said Chandler, raising his eyebrows at Kurt. Kurt smacked Chandler on the shoulder playfully and shook his head at Blaine.
'I don't have boyfriend candidates, and whatever he thinks, no one can call dibs on me.' said Kurt, rolling his eyes jokingly. He frowned as he continued, ' I don't where Sebastian is. '
Blaine bit his lip, this gave him time to think. Chandler and Kurt seemed pretty close. He wasn't sure he wanted to see Sebastian. He liked Kurt a lot, but he didn't know whether he could compete with them, the thought of it might be laughable, and it made Blaine feel small.
'Are you alright?' asked Kurt softly, tilting his head to look at Blaine.
'I am okay. ' said Blaine, smiling a little. He looked down, blushing. "Are you going to look for Sebastian? I could come with you."
Kurt smiled worriedly at the offer before sharing a look with Chandler. "I don't think that's a good idea. If he's not here there must be reason. I think it's best that we let him do whatever he's doing."
Blaine nodded." Okay." he said shyly, "I am sorry."
Kurt smiled brilliantly at Blaine, the grace of a smile lighting up his features in the dim light of the out door dance floor. He took Blaine's hand in a simple gesture that set Blaine's heart pounding. "For what? You don't need to be sorry for not knowing something, alright? Now let's go have some fun. Afterall, we were supposed to show you around."
"Sebastian."
The said boy turned around and sighed, his blond hair ruffling in the wind. He swept his hand through his hair once before picking up the gun handed to him on the counter. "Hunter." he said stonily.
Hunter grinned before frowning. "You're not falling in love with him, are you? You can't afford to do that." he said. "Who are you playing for?!"
"I am on your team, Hunter." said Sebastian, his hand shaking from hysterical anger and fear at the same time. Hunter's glare burned into his skull.
"But you're falling for him."
"I am on your team! What part of that don't you understand?!" yelled Sebastian in frustration. He looked away and grabbed his hair before tears threatened to spill. He slammed his hands on the table, but Hunter was unaffected by Sebastian's emotions.
"Understand me. " began Hunter. A smirk appeared on his face and he whispered, "Don't fall in love."
Just like that, Hunter left, leaving Sebastian to his misery. Besides, Sebastian couldn't keep his tears in. He was selfish, and if that's what Hunter wants, then fine. So be it. He stuffed the gun in his pocket and grabbed his jacket, making his way back to the beach bar.
"Rachael. The Richford company is threatening to take us off the board if continues to ignore his requests!" said Melanie. Rachael looked at her hysterically.
"I thought we had dealt with that! Didn't I answer his questions?" asked Rachael nearing tears as she walks to the fourth meeting of the day as a replacement for . This is madness, because their boss didn't leave a contact, or one that reaches him anyways.
"They wanted a direct appointment to meet him. We can't be taken off board. The companies-"
"-Going to crash. I know. I know. Melanie. We need to find him." said Rachael, crying. Malanie looked at her in surprise and confusion.
"Him?" she asked.
"Yes! ! Yes him! Why didn't he figure this out or at least leave instructions?!" whined Rachael, hair falling out of her usually tidy bun. Her professional facade was tearing at the seams before her eyes. "Oh gosh, I can't deal with this. Can you bring me a coffee, please?"