Wonder-ful
(Disclaimer: I do not own Glee, Kurt, Blaine, or any of the characters, but I do own my ideas.)
Kurt stepped up to his men of Men of McKinley calendar that Blaine had shipped him months before. He crossed off the fifteenth and sixteenth, thinking to himself as he capped the pen. Two more days until dad gets his test results. He moved to the bathroom to finish packing his things. Either all the stuff that the doctors have been doing has worked and he's cancer free, or it hasn't. After he finished in the bathroom, he sauntered over to his room to pack his suitcase. I have to be there for the appointment, mostly to translate for dad. Why do perfectly intelligent parents become completely unreliable when they have to go to the doctor?
He pulled out his sock drawer, and only picked up his blue socks. I'm only packing light blue socks, cause light blue is the color of clear skies and that's what I'm hoping for. He moved them to one side and started looking through his clothes hanging up. Yes, I'm getting a little OCD leading up to this appointment. Rachel said it was a natural response, just me looking to control my anxiety in some way. He chose two shirts and held one up in front of him, but putting it down in defeat. He couldn't shake the feeling; he was terrified. I figure I need to cut myself some slack. So what if I have a few new rituals to get me through the day.
He remembered something before turning to glance at the clock. It was time. Oh crap it's 4:13! He turned back to the mirror. I touch my nose three times at fourteen and twenty-eight past the hour for good luck. He took a deep breath and let out a sigh. I know every kid is scared of losing their dad, but he's the only thing that got me through my mom dying. Kurt finished his packing before zipping up the suitcase and pulling it to the door. And if I have to say good bye to him, well, I'm not going to think about it.
Kurt took a shaky breath and looked around the apartment. He was ready to go home, well Lima anyway. Rachel got back a little while later, humming to herself. She started to tell him about a girl who blew her singing midterm when she saw his suitcase by the door. "Oh," she said suddenly, stopping her story instantly. "Are you going somewhere?"
Kurt put his hands in his pants pockets. Maybe he should have told her sooner… "Uh, yeah," he answered timidly. "Lima, in fact."
Rachel's mouth dropped open before she closed it. "Now? Is your dad okay?"
Kurt nodded quickly. "Yeah, he's fine. It's just his appointment to say if the cancer is gone or not. You've known how antsy I've been. I need to go back and be with him and Carole. From what I heard, Finn's at college and not able to get back. He needs me."
"What about midterms, Kurt? You can't just miss those!" Her eyes were wide as she looked at him.
"I finished my last one today. I talked to my professors, and they all understood. Most of them told me to get back to Lima and be with him. He's all I have left, and I have to be there for him."
"I have heard you pacing at night. When's the last time that you actually slept a full night?" Kurt shrugged. "This is probably good for you, but I'm gonna miss my best friend." She moved around the table to hug him. "How am I going to get through my callback without you?"
"You are going to kill it; I'm a phone call away too." He pulled back to smile at her. "I know one thing for sure: you, Rachel Berry, are meant to play Fanny. You are going to get the part because it is in your blood. It doesn't matter who else you are up against. You got this."
Rachel smiled a watery smile before charging forward and squeezing him even tighter than before. "I don't know what I'd do without you. Say hi to everyone in Lima for me?"
Kurt nodded, pulling back. He grabbed his coat before putting it on. "I'm pretty sure that I'll stay for Regionals next week," he informed the girl. "You know how much I love a performance."
"Or a certain gel head boy," Rachel smirked.
Kurt couldn't stop the blush that spread down his neck as he shot her a look. "I'd be lying if I said that I wasn't going to see him as well as my dad. He just…he has this space in my heart that's just for him, and it will always be for him."
Rachel leaned against the counter. "So, hypothetically, if Blaine asked you out on a date while you are there, what would you say?"
"Yes, of course," Kurt answered without hesitation. "I-He's…"
"He's your first love," Rachel supplied. "You haven't told him about Adam or anything?"
"Nope, he still thinks I'm with him. Little does he know, that ship has sailed. Adam was nice and everything, but he was just…I don't know."
"He wasn't Blaine."
Kurt let out a sigh. "I hate it, Rach. I really do. He hurt me so badly. He had all of me in his hands and he could have easily killed me, and that's exactly what he did. I should hate him, never want to see him again, but instead every time I hear his name or think about him, my heart beats faster. I don't think it will ever not."
"He's your first love, and it doesn't help that he's a replica of Prince Charming. You'll find it in your heart to forgive him fully, put it behind you. You'll be able to give him another chance after this. I've never seen you so happy than when you were with him."
Kurt hummed as he remembered all the good times he had with Blaine. It still hurt a little to think about it. "I think I may already forgive him fully. I know that it's him, but my head is still fighting me. 'What if he does it again? If he loved you so much, why'd he do it? Were you boring him and that's why he went to someone else?' It's just so terrifying that he has my heart without even knowing it."
"But when you're with him, everything feels like it's perfect. He's moving out here after he graduates, and if you two still aren't together by then…Rachel Berry may just have to play matchmaker."
"You're ridiculous," Kurt laughed as he bent down to get a hold of his suitcase. "We'll see where things go, but I already know that seeing him will do things to my heart that no one else could make it do."
Rachel smiled knowingly at him. "Go, and wish your dad luck and send him my love. He'll be fine. Everything will be fine." She wrapped him in a tight hug. "Love you."
"Love you too," Kurt murmured letting go and backing away to the door. "And good luck with Fanny. Kill it, and don't you dare choke, Rachel. If you do, you are out of this apartment. I swear!"
He ducked the glass thrown at him as he pulled open the door. "Bye, Fanny."
"Bye, Kurt," she giggled as the door slid shut. He felt horrible for leaving her there with just Santana for support, but when it came to his father, everyone came after. He rolled his suitcase and started on what would be a fun and exciting adventure.
-1-
Coming back was weird for Kurt, not a bad weird, just a different weird. He had hugged his dad for what seemed like years and it was comforting to be back in his supporting arms. He was pleased to see that Carole had made sure his dad stuck to his diet and exercising, which consisted of a walk around the block at night. His dad hadn't looked better, and Kurt couldn't be more happier and more nervous about the appointment the next day.
He excused himself after a while getting caught up. He knew that glee practice was at the end of the day, and if he wanted to make it, then he would have hurry. Walking through the doors of William McKinley, Kurt felt a wave of nostalgia flow through him. He had shared so many great memories, ones that seemed so far away now. He didn't recognize any of the faces that walked by him, but turning to look down the hall, there was Blaine. Of course, he was surrounded by Marley, Kurt was pretty sure, and Puck's brother. They were talking to Mr. Schue, probably about something for glee that had to be starting soon. Seeing Blaine made his heart ache.
He still didn't know what his feelings towards Blaine were. Obviously he loved Blaine, but there would be some times where he would cry and wonder how Blaine could do such a thing. He knew that Blaine was still holding onto the hope that they would get back together, but Kurt wasn't so sure. He just didn't know if he was willing to just forget everything that happened, and maybe have it happen again, but then there was the way that Blaine made him feel like a teenage girl, giddy and excited. He just didn't know.
Blaine moved over to his locker, opening it up and pulling out papers. Kurt couldn't help noticing Blaine's strong arms in his polo. He missed them wrapped around him, but then Kurt was met with golden eyes as the boy glanced his way. The look on Blaine's face was pure shock and disbelief. He took a step forward, mouth falling open. Kurt just smiled.
He felt a hand on his shoulder, and he turned to see Mercedes grinning up at him. He knew she was coming because she was the main reason why he came back. With all her begging and consent text messages, he had to finally agree to stop the harassing. He wrapped his arms around her in a tight embrace as she greeted him. "Hi."
He let go and turned to see Mike standing on his other side. He side hugged him. "Hi. Hello there." It was so nice to see both of them because it really had been too long. Kurt wrapped his arms through both of theirs. He noticed Blaine had disappeared from his locker, but didn't let that get to him as they skipped through the doorway into the choir room, everyone cheering as they did so.
Kurt high-five some of them before picking his seat. Obviously, there was a number planned because music was going, and the awful Kitty girl, that Kurt was pretty sure he didn't like, started belting out a Stevie Wonder song.
Ohh hey, ohh, yeah babyLike a fool I went and stayed too longNow I'm wondering if your love's still strongOoo, baby, here I amSigned, sealed, delivered, I'm yours!Mmm, then that time I went and said goodbyeNow I'm back and not ashamed to cryOoo, baby, here I amSigned, sealed, delivered, I'm yours!(Oooh!), Here I am baby (Oh)
It's mediocre, Kurt thought. He's heard better and worse renditions of the song before. Kitty didn't have that strong of a voice, but she made sure to use moves to make it better. The two boys dancing with her were more entertaining than her, but Kurt didn't let that stop him from nodding along to the lyrics. He may just be scared because of how horribly Kitty treated him when he was here at the beginning of the year.
Signed, Sealed, Delivered, I'm yours (You got my future in your hands)Baby (Haa...)Here I am baby(Haa...) Signed, Sealed, Delivered, I'm yours (You got my future in your hands)Yeah (Yeah, yeah)I've done a lot of foolish thingsThat I really didn't mean,Oh, yeah, yeah, yeah, didn't I? Oh, babyOowee baby, set my soul on fireThat's why I know you're my heart's only desire
Then there was how uncomfortable Artie looked, and Kurt felt it. He didn't understand the girl. He would expect that she was too good for Artie. Kurt knew the boy; he deserved a lot better than Kitty, so Kurt really hoped there was nothing going on there. His eyes roamed to Blaine at the piano. Kurt always loved when Blaine was at the piano. He was always so lost in thought. The music moved through him and he was so radiant. Kurt smiled.
Ooo, baby, here I amSigned, sealed, delivered, I'm yours! (Oh!)Here I am baby (Oh...)Signed, Sealed, Delivered, I'm yours (You got my future in your hands, baby, whoa!)Here I am baby (Get, get it delivered)Signed, Sealed, Delivered, I'm yours (oh, oh, oh, oh)Signed, Sealed, Delivered, I'm yours (Here I am baby)Signed, Sealed, Delivered, I'm yours (oh, oh, yeah, oh, oh)I'm (yours)
Everyone cheered after the performances ended, Kurt followed suit. His eyes followed Blaine as he weaved through the people to sit down in front of him. He kept his eyes down, away from Kurt's. "Seemed like the perfect Stevie Wonder song to celebrate Artie getting his acceptance letter into film school," Kitty announced which made Kurt smile and everyone else cheer some more. "Signed, sealed, delivered."
Artie didn't look too happy as he rolled back to where he was sitting before Kitty terrorized him through lyrics. "Well you know, that may have been the perfect song," Mercedes started, focusing back on Kitty, "but the performance was just one package that I'm not signing for. I mean, honestly, it was good, but you guys have got to be great for Regionals."
Kurt was glad she said it and he didn't have to. "Yeah, clearly we should be taking our advice from someone who came crawling back to Ohio after apparently having her LA dreams shattered. You learn your new lyrics yet? 'Do you want fries with that?'"
Could he slap her? Kurt was seriously going to throw something at her smirking face. He hated it when people disrespected people he cared about, so he just bit his tongue. Of course Mr. Schue would not be interfering with her inappropriate attitude.
"Oh, maybe if you put some of that sass into your performance your teacher wouldn't have begged me to come here and be your new vocal coach?"
"Mercedes is one of the strongest vocalists in McKinley glee club history," Mr. Schue finally spoke up, but that wasn't enough for Kurt. He wanted to wipe that look of disbelief off her fake face.
"So, get on point, Kitty," he spoke softly. "Your little theory about Mercedes', like most the garbage that comes out of your mouth, is wrong. Alright? Mercedes is back because she has a new album coming out all about home, and she's come back to film a video for it."
"Wow," Sam congratulated, "Mercedes that's awesome."
"And Mr. Schue asked me to help choreograph for Regionals," Mike chimed in before Tina spoke.
"I love you, Mike. I love all my exes, but this isn't wonderful news, it's shocking. Now we need some guy to help us dance? Hash tag glee hates girls. And what are you here to lecture us about, Kurt? Our horrible taste in clothing?"
"My dad has cancer," Kurt defended himself. What seriously happened to New Directions since he left?
The room was silent as Tina turned away from him. Blaine broke the silence, "Thanks Tina."
"Alright," Mercedes announced to avoid any more awkward silences. "Let's take this whole thing from the top. Kitty, in the back. Marley, I want you on lead vocals. All right, come on! Let's go."
Kurt was left to feel like utter crap. If he wasn't wanted in New Directions maybe he should just leave, but he soon ditched that idea when Unique hugged him and Blaine couldn't keep his eyes off of him. Kurt mostly just sat and watched, trying to forget about the unsettling news with his dad's appointment the next day.
Finally, Mercedes was satisfied and the group was released. Kurt stood slowly before he was sort of attacked by his ex. It was a warm and comforting hug, something Kurt has missed dearly. He couldn't help but let out a little giggle. "Kurt, I'm sorry for what Tina said. If I could have slapped her, I would. She was out of line and I want to disown her as one of my good friends, but-"
Kurt laughed as he laid a hand over Blaine's rambling mouth. "Don't worry about it, though she was a little cold towards me. I don't know what is up her ass, but it's fine."
Blaine smiled at him, eyes sparkling brightly. "You're here! Why didn't you tell me?"
Kurt shrugged as he took a small step back, suddenly a little too close to his ex. He just didn't trust himself with Blaine so close and him being so attractive. "I wanted to surprise you… and everyone else. Plus my dad's-"
"His appointment tomorrow," Blaine cut him off. "I bet you are nervous. Don't worry about it though. If you want I'll go with you for moral support. Only if you want."
Kurt debated it for a moment, but shook his head. "No. I want you there, Blaine, but I think it's just something that my family and I need to do."
"Of course," Blaine nodded, smiling up at him. "I'll be here to talk to after."
"You are always too sweet for your own good, but thanks. I know you care about him too." He paused for a moment. "I'm really glad that I was able to come back."
Blaine's smiled got impossibly bigger. "Me too! We could use all the help we can get for Regionals. I heard the competition is going to be tough and I'm not sure if we can pull it together."
"You guys will, especially if they have you on their team. You are the special weapon."
Blaine blushed deeply, smiling at him. "Hey, you two," Mercedes said as her and Mike popped their heads back in the room. "We're going for coffee at Lima Bean. You in?"
Kurt looked to Blaine before back at his friends. "I guess I can just look past the fact that I saw a mouse when I worked there." Blaine nodded his agreement and the four of them set off together.
-2-
Seeing Kurt in the hallway this morning was like a dream to Blaine. He couldn't believe what his eyes were seeing. Kurt was just as breathtaking as Blaine remembered. He wanted to run towards the boy and pick him up in his arms, spinning him around before laying a kiss on his lips, but Blaine couldn't. He wasn't allowed. All he could do was move to greet him, but Mercedes and Mike had showed up, greeting his ex. Kurt was busy, so Blaine waited.
He may have overreacted after glee rehearsal, but Kurt's adorable giggle was enough for Blaine's worry to fade. Having Kurt here was something that he found he missed. Seeing the boy, it brought back so many emotions and it overwhelmed Blaine slightly. Kurt just was everything Blaine wanted and more. Blaine wanted to spend the rest of his life with the boy, and he would do anything he possibly could to make sure that happened.
That's why when the four of them walked in Lima Bean, Blaine pulled out his phone. He was receiving all the updates about marriage equality news. Everything had been happening so fast, and it excited Blaine. When he moved to New York at the end of the school year, Blaine could marry Kurt when ever and where ever he wanted as long as it was in the state. He could finally make it official with Kurt.
Blaine paused, looking up from his phone. They had just order, and Kurt stood next to him while both of them waited for the coffee. Mercedes and Mike went to find a table. He didn't know why that thought crossed his mind. Him and Kurt weren't even back together yet, so why did Blaine think that marriage would be coming so soon? Blaine glanced at Kurt who had his bottom lip between his teeth. That was why, because every time Blaine laid his eyes on his ex, his breath was taken and his insides melted into goo. Maybe marriage would show Kurt that Blaine was one hundred percent sorry and he was serious about them.
"Blaine," Kurt's voice rang like tiny angels singing.
Blaine snapped back to reality, focusing on Kurt's curious eyes, eyebrow raised. "Yeah?"
"You okay?" Kurt asked turning to fully face him. "You've been staring at me for a little while now, I can practically see your brain turning and thinking out loud."
Blaine blushed, turning away so Kurt wouldn't see. He ended up leaning on the counter, pulling his phone up. "I was just thinking about everything that's happened recently."
Kurt raised his eyebrow a little higher. "Care to explain further? That was a little vague."
"It's just…" He focused on his phone as the coffee was handed over to Kurt. "All this marriage equality news is so exciting. New York it's…" He reached in the sugar bowl and grabbed a handful, placing them on the drink holder as Kurt turned to glance at their friends before agreeing.
"I know. It's gonna be insane. Isabelle is already consulting on like seven different gay weddings." Blaine accepted his cup of coffee as he got straws.
Kurt was just as excited about this as Blaine was, that was good. "It's historic, and soon I'm going to be in New York to see it!" The two turned and as they walked back to the table, Blaine pushed his gut telling him to not do it, but he couldn't stop the compliment from falling out. "By the way, you look cute today…" Blaine stopped him as he leaned in to whisper, "and I mean like dirty cute."
Blaine was pretty satisfied with himself. He made Kurt smile, but maybe it was too much. He had no time to worry about it because Mercedes was in the middle of explaining her new album to Mike. "The album is called 'Hell to the No' based off of the soon to be hit single."
"Love it," Kurt chuckled and Blaine loved the smile on Kurt's face. It was very rarely that he got to see it and the Skype charts that they shared didn't do the boy justice.
"But for the music video, Mike, you know, it's gotta be bumping and fast and furious…." Blaine tuned her out just because the fact that Kurt seemed to be more interested in the sugar packets. Blaine had dated Kurt for over a year, almost two and Blaine knew that when Kurt was stressed, his OCD came out full force. The younger boy was worried about Kurt. Burt meant everything to him, and for something to happen to him… Blaine shuttered.
"You are so LA right now it's breathless," Kurt said, glancing up from his packets.
"Mike knows what I'm talking about, right Mike?" Mercedes asked, and Blaine smiled at his friend.
"I totally know what you mean," he insisted, Mercedes humming along with him. Blaine and Kurt laughed when Mike mouthed his cluelessness. "Don't worry; I'm all over it…" Then Kurt was back to the sugar packets. Blaine smiled because Kurt was cute. He glanced up to look him in the face, but Kurt was too focused on what he was doing to pay attention.
Something Mike said, changing Mercedes' lyrics, had the whole table scolding him. "Don't change the brand," Kurt instructed as Blaine grinned. This was the first time all week he didn't feel stressed with everything going on. It was a relief.
"I'm so glad you guys are back just before Regionals," he finally spoke fondly, looking at Mercedes and Mike mostly. Kurt knew how much his presence meant to him. "We really need you around."
"You are gonna nail it. Don't sweat." Blaine forgot how much he missed Mike. They were so close the year before, spending a lot of time together. It was nice having him around and having him compliment him.
"Alright, so what's going on between the two of you?" Mercedes asked, glancing at both Blaine and Kurt. Kurt was still sorting the packets. "Because it was pretty boy-on-boy heavy at the wedding."
Kurt looked to Blaine for a little help, so Blaine supplied what he knew what was going on between them. Kurt wouldn't even look at him though. "We're not together, um…but it's cool."
Mike spoke next and Blaine knew that this was about to come up. "Why did I hear that Tina did something to you called the vapo-?"
"Okay!" Kurt finally snapped, and Blaine figured it was from all the stress, plus when Kurt found out about what Tina did, he wasn't very happy. "Does that-Is that really important right now? Okay? It-This doesn't matter."
Blaine gazed at his boyfriend-no ex boyfriend, wanting nothing more than to wrap him up and keep him safe from the world. Kurt deserved to be happy for once and not have to worry about his dad, NYADA, or even Blaine himself. Mercedes spoke first though, "Kurt, your dad is gonna be fine. Everything is going to be okay. We're here. Trust."
Blaine did what he could do at the time; he reached out and took Kurt's incredibly soft hand. He missed this. Kurt let out a sigh, pulling Blaine's hand closer to him. Blaine was able to lock eyes with Kurt; he tried to portray everything he was feeling through his eyes.
"Wow," Kurt breathed softly. "Blaine's right. Thank god you guys are here, because we both need you right now."
The group was quiet, and Blaine watched as Kurt looked up to Blaine with hope. That was all Blaine needed to know that he they were going to be alright. He just had to prove to Kurt that this was real.
"Now I want to know what is up with that Kitty girl," Mercedes spoke and they all turned to Blaine. "Why is she such a bitch?"
"Kitty has anger issues," Blaine informed, keeping his hand right where it was, intertwined with Kurt's. "She has these spells where she has the biggest attitude, and then she has times when she sweet as can be. You caught her on an off day."
"She's the daughter of Quinn and Santana," Mike responded making them all laugh. He was right though. She did remind Blaine of his two old friends.
Blaine sat back as the other three conversed, but he didn't mind just listening. They caught up, and he supplied stuff about his own life, but he was contempt to just sitting there and watching as Kurt relaxed finally. They decided to leave a little while later, Blaine stood up, regretfully letting go of Kurt's hand. They walked out to the parking lot and said their goodbyes. Blaine hung around until it was just him and Kurt.
"So-uh-are you going to come to glee tomorrow?" Blaine asked breaking the silence.
Kurt looked at him and allowed a smile to form on his beautiful face. "Of course I'm coming back, dummy. Why wouldn't I? I love seeing all you guys working so hard. I have to be there to see you prepare to crush Regionals. Besides, it'll take my mind off of my dad and everything."
"Good, I'm so happy that you are here. I haven't been this excited since Mr. Schue's wedding!"
"Speaking of that weekend," Kurt said a small blush on his cheeks. "I just want to be clear about this time. No hooking up or anything relatively similar. It's time to be grown ups about our situation. We don't need to make out in cars and do other ridiculous things. We can just be friends now."
"Yeah, of course," Blaine answered, slightly disappointed. "Friends."
Kurt nodded and suddenly it was awkward. "Okay, so I'll see you tomorrow?"
Blaine smiled before wrapping his arms around Kurt's waist, tucking his head in Kurt's neck. Being held by Kurt, it felt really nice, especially when the older boy didn't pull away, and wrapped his arms around Blaine's shoulders. They were like that for so long, that Blaine's legs were starting to fall asleep. "I'll see you tomorrow."
Kurt pulled away and they looked into each other's eyes for another moment before Kurt opened his dad's car door. "Bye Blaine."
Blaine waved, walking backwards towards his own car. He watched until the older boy was out of sight before leaning on his car. He ran his hands over his gelled hair. That hug… Blaine needed time to figure everything out. If he did propose, would Kurt say yes? Then Blaine remembered how much Kurt loved romance. Kurt had to still love him, he just had to. That hug proved that he felt something. So, Blaine needed to ask Burt. Oh god, what if the cancer wasn't gone? The only thing that would change his mind about proposing is Burt and his health, and Blaine hoped that his future father-in-law would be okay. Blaine turned around and climbed into his car. His nerves were eating him alive and he just didn't know what he'd do.
-3-
The next morning, Blaine received a text telling him to meet in the auditorium that morning for a little glee club rehearsal. He was well rested, able to finally sleep peacefully for the first time since Kurt left for New York back in February. There was something about having the boy in the same town, minutes away that calmed him. Kurt was safe in Lima. That didn't stop Blaine's mind from escaping him through his dreams. He dreamt that he proposed and Kurt said yes. It had to be a good sign, didn't it?
Blaine had a skip in his step and an extra wide smile on his face. He was so excited and happy. They could finally get over this ridiculous bump in their relationship, move onto bigger and better things. Only a couple months until he was in New York. Kurt had offered space there, so if they were engaged, maybe the two of them could go searching for an apartment of their own. A giddy feeling flooded through Blaine. Living with Kurt, having a life with him in a little amount of time, Blaine wanted nothing more than to skip the rest of his high school career.
"Why aren't you Mr. Sunshine this morning," Blaine heard as he continued down the hallway. He glanced over to see Kurt smiling broadly before linking his arm through Blaine's. "And can I ask why, or is it personal?"
Blaine shrugged, turning to face forward to hold back his blush. "I just slept very well last night, good dreams," he answered. "I have a feeling that today is going to be an amazing day, which I can almost guarantee will continue with your dad's doctor's appointment."
Kurt smiled warmly. "Blaine, you are always so positive. It was one of the things that I absolutely loved about you. Even the first week I met you, you showed this clear-cut attitude. Especially when Karofsky had you thrown up against the fence in the courtyard. It's so contagious and I love it."
I love you. "Well there's no one else around that seems to look on the bright side, so I decided from the beginning of my high school life to be 'that guy'."
Kurt chuckled softly. "I'm glad you did. That was the thing that sealed it for me, just so you know."
Blaine knew he was blushing now, god why did Kurt do this to him? Change the subject. "So, do you know why we are meeting this morning?"
"Why yes, I do." They turned down the hall towards the auditorium. "Mercedes called me and told me that she wanted to practice some with Marley's voice. She believes that that girl has got something in her that she's not releasing. This ought to be good, but Mercedes can be brutal."
Blaine hummed. "Now that you mention that, poor Marley."
"Hey boys," Mercedes greeted as she stood outside of the auditorium doors with Mike right beside her. "It's about time." She raised her eyebrows at Kurt, and Blaine didn't miss it. It even was more obvious as Kurt pulled his arm out of Blaine's. Damn Mercedes.
He walked in before the three, not waiting to hear if they spoke anything of them. He greeted Sam in a hug, smiling at Marley as she waved over to him. The three former glee clubbers came in a minute later. Sam took it as his responsibility to announce the lady they were all there for. "Alright everybody, let's give it up for Island Beach recording artist extraordinaire, Mercedes Jones."
Everyone clapped as the girl took a few curtsies, even Kitty Blaine noticed. "Alright, alright. I know that Kurt is going through a lot this week, but in spite of that we are all very happy to be here. As you may remember, we saw your guys' Sectionals and there's a reason you guys lost: fear. For instance, Marley. You have got killer vocals, home girl, so why's it that I've never heard you do a Mercedes Jones style vocal run?"
"I don't know," Marley admitted. "I guess I've been scared to try."
"Exactly, you're scared to belt it out, and you're probably afraid that when you do, I'm gonna test your breath control by hitting you in the solar plexus with this maraca." She turned to the waiting band. "Give this girl a note to do a little running with."
The band played before Marley let out a note. "Whoa." It wasn't bad, but Blaine knew she could do better, but Mercedes wasn't having it. She smacked her with the maraca and they all laughed.
"See, if you had breath control you could probably hold that note every time. Alright, floppy headed bass player, why don't you give us a little bit of that spooky Stevie Wonder bass-line to get us moving." They listened and a familiar tune started. "And all of you need to shake out your nerves and stop being so scared, and that includes you, Kurt. I know what you're going through, and this is for you, baby. And Marley, I wanna hear those high notes and don't be stingy with those runs."
Very superstitious, writing's on the wallVery superstitious!Ladders 'bout to fallThirteen month old baby, yeah
Broke the lookin' glass, yeahSeven years of bad luck, yeah
The good things in your pastOh
Blaine loved dancing around like a goofball, and it wasn't hard to do with Mercedes' ridiculously talented voice singing one of Stevie's most popular songs. He was even sure that he saw Kurt letting lose and dancing with his old friend. Blaine just might have to get in on this Stevie goodness, just maybe.
When you believe in things that you don't understand (Don't understand!)Then you sufferSuperstition ain't the wayHey, yeah!Ooo, very superstitious,
Wash your face and handRid me of the problems,
Do all that you can
Mercedes practically welcomed him with open arms as he sang the next verse. Tina and Kitty danced with him as if they were born to. It just felt so right, and Blaine could hardly contain his excitement. Then he saw Kurt…Blaine may have flirted a little, but that's what he's good at, but Kurt did nothing to refrain from it, so Blaine was happy.
Keep me in a daydreamKeep me goin' strongYou don't wanna save me-e, sad is my songOh whoaWhen you believe in things you don't understandThen you sufferSuperstition ain't the way, No, no, no, no, noWhen you believe in things that you don't understandThen you sufferSuperstition ain't the way
Marley killed it. Blaine was so relaxed and just happy. He followed Kurt to the side of the stage with his eyes; Blaine was practically hopping up and down. The room loud with the noise of people talking, but Kurt leaned down to whisper something in Mercedes' ear before walking towards the stairs. Blaine immediately followed him.
At first, Blaine wasn't sure if Kurt knew he was there, but the boy waited at the door. "Are you going?" Blaine asked as they started down the hall? "I can't remember what time the appointment is at."
"Ten, but I wanna go home before then to eat breakfast as a family, minus Finn. The idiot couldn't come because he has class. It sucks that he's not there, but I gotta be there for my Dad."
"He's probably so excited that you got to come back for this. I know it means the world to him. You are his son."
Kurt nodded. "Hopefully, everything will be okay."
"Everything will be," Blaine insisted. "I wish I could go with. I know how you get when you are nervous and scared. Just make sure you tone it down. I'm sure that your dad is just as stressed. You get a little unbearable."
Kurt jutted his jaw out slightly, crossing his arms. "Sorry that I'm worried for my father. Is that such a crime?"
"Oh no," Blaine murmured. "Scary Kurt. Sorry, it's just that your stressing can cause others to stress even more. I wanted to help you not stress your dad out anymore."
"I'm stressing too, Blaine. Why do I have to act like I'm not? I know that it's him and he's worried too, but he's my damn father. I want to cry when I think of having the results today be negative. I don't understand why you're telling me that I can't worry about this. Isn't it my right to worry?"
Kurt was upset, and Blaine was usually good at handling it, but that usually involved kissing and hugging. Right now, Blaine had not a clue of what to do. "Hold on, just take a deep breath for a minute. I'm not telling you that you can't worry, heck you should worry all you want. I'm trying to get through that you can be a little over powering when it comes to things like this. Remember when I got surgery for my eye? You went all psycho on me that day to the point where I was stress out times a thousand. You are just a tad overbearing. I was just saying that if you maybe if you were really stressed at the hospital, which you could tone it down just for him."
"Right now, you're pissing me off," Kurt spitted out before he turned to walk away, but paused. "There's nothing wrong with me, and I'm sorry if you feel like I'm a burden when I'm upset about someone I care about."
Blaine watched him leave, ducking his head in shame. Maybe that wasn't the best way he should have brought up the subject. Hey, they weren't even dating, so Blaine was totally out of line. This wasn't how he wanted Kurt to go into the doctor's meeting. Maybe he'd just have to make it up later. Were flowers too much?
-4-
Getting in a fight with Blaine didn't help Kurt's nerves. He was getting so aggravated with everything. They waited in the living room for what felt like an hour, and on top of that they have been waiting in the doctor's office for even longer, or so it seemed. Kurt resulted in pacing back in forth, his mind wondering every which way. He wanted to scream.
"How long have we been waiting?" he finally asked when he couldn't take it anymore. He turned to look at his dad sitting on the couch with Carole sitting close to him.
"I don't know," Carole answered, "like fifteen minutes."
"After a half hour in the waiting room." He paused and noticed his dad's clothing options, sighing. God, his dad was going to be the reason this cancer wouldn't go away. "Please tell me that is not a dark blue t-shirt under your flannel? Alright, I asked you not to wear dark colors. Dark blue is close to black, and we all know what black means."
"I don't think my wardrobe is gonna have any impact on what the results are," his dad said innocently and Kurt's temper was starting to boil over.
"But you don't know for sure, okay?" he tried to explain desperately. "I asked you to do one thing-"
"I am barely keeping it together, Kurt!" his dad exclaimed, making Kurt jump a little. "Can you just knock it off, please, and sit down?" Kurt listened to his father, a little voice in the back of his mind telling him that this is what Blaine was trying to warn him of. The doctor took that opportunity to walk in, shutting the door behind him. "Hey, Doc. What's the good word?"
"You know, I'm gonna skip the clichés about my golf game and get right to it," the man said as he sat down at his desk. "As you know, we were mildly aggressive with your treatment, considering that you were still in stage one. We used implant radiation therapy."
"And he completely changed his diet," Kurt added in.
"Whatever you were doing, it worked. The tumor is gone."
It took Kurt a second to figure out what he was trying to say. His dad was cancer free. That was what he was saying. His dad must have been having the same problem because he whispered, "What?"
"Your PSA levels are back to normal and you have the prostate of a twenty-year-old according to your Gleason scores." Kurt tried to not get his hopes up because there was always some but after good news.
"Okay, wait," Carole spoke up, trying to clear the air. "So-so you're saying he's cured?"
"We prefer in remission, but in layman's terms… yeah."
"H-Hey!" his dad proclaimed happily, wrapping his arms around Carole before turning to Kurt, high-fiving him. They both stood to hug. "Looks like I picked the right shirt, huh buddy? Come on man!" Kurt couldn't be anymore excited. His dad was okay. He moved to embrace Carole while his dad thanked the doctor. "Thank you so much."
"Take care, man," he said before leaving them alone again.
Carole and Kurt sat down again, so happy at the moment. This is exactly hat Kurt had hoped would happen. This is what everyone told him would happen, but he wasn't someone to believe in the good things happening. It always took him for surprise when something went right.
"I just-I wasn't ready to leave you guys yet," his dad spoke fondly as he moved to sit down in the chair next to the couch. "Things aren't finished, right? So much to do. You getting married, and grandbabies. Having old people sex with Carole. I'm just so happy that I'm not gonna miss is." They stood and his dad wrapped his arms around both Kurt and Carole. "I love you guys. I love you guys. I don't have cancer."
Kurt felt tears well in his eyes. He couldn't believe that his dad was going to be okay. "I'm so happy."
His dad laughed as they pulled away. Kurt watched his father kiss Carole intimately before they turned back to Kurt. "I actually want to ask you something."
"You know you can ask me anything, kiddo."
"I know you want to spend some time with Carole," he paused and tried to unimagine the excited look between the couple. "But if you could pull yourself away to come to the school around three, I'd appreciate it. I want to give you something."
"I'll be there." He reached out and pulled Kurt closer to him. "You can stop worrying now, Kurt. I'm going to be okay and you are too young to be worry as much as you have been. Live your life."
Kurt nodded, stepping back. "I will. I promise that I won't worry so much anymore. I have to reason to."
His dad smiled. "Go," he said nodding to the door. "You can take my car, and we'll take Carole's. I know you're itching to tell Blaine that I'm alright."
Kurt nodded, walking with them out. He said goodbye to them before he got into his dad's car. He couldn't contain his little squeal that he let out, slamming his fist to the steering wheel. His dad was healthy. He had to tell Blaine. Blaine. First Kurt had to tell his ex that he was sorry for getting so upset and that Blaine was completely right. He groaned.
The one thing Kurt hated more than anything else in the world was saying he was sorry. It was because he was so stubborn.
-5-
Blaine sighed as he stuffed his bag full of his books. He hadn't heard from Kurt all day, and he was ready to just cave and call him to find out what happened. He may have slammed his locker a little too hard because the small freshman jump about ten inch in the air. He apologized before moving down the hall. "Blaine!"
He turned around and caught a glimpse of Kurt before he had his arms full of the boy. The sudden change in demeanor was obvious. "Hey," he said dumbly, not knowing what else to say.
Kurt pulled back, grinning. "He's cancer free," he got out.
Blaine felt the smile spread across his face and he squeeze Kurt's hands where they linked after the hug. "I knew it. I told you that your dad was a fighter. That's where you got it from."
Kurt nodded eagerly, but stopped abruptly. His eyes traveled down to the floor before he looked up through his lashes. "I'm sorry about everything that happened earlier. I hate to admit it, but you were right. I was overstressing and it ended up with my dad yelling at me to calm down. If I would have just listened to you, then I could have avoided that."
"I'm sorry too," Blaine murmured. "I didn't have any right to say that. It's not like we are dating anymore."
"No, but you are my best friend," Kurt returned without hesitation. "I would hope that my best friend would try to help me out. Thank you for trying to help though."
"I-You are welcome." Blaine felt lighter knowing that Kurt wasn't mad at him. He always hated when they argued and it felt great when they made up.
"Anyways, I'm having my dad come to glee club right now to sing to him. I'm so excited to finally make him smile. I haven't been able to sing to him ever since the heart attack issue."
"That sounds great! I can't wait to see him."
Kurt nodded as he nodded towards the choir room. "Let's get going. I need to prepare myself for an amazing performance."
"I'm pretty sure that you'll do it perfectly, like always."
Kurt shoved his shoulder before the walked into the choir room. Blaine sat down while Kurt talked to Mr. Schue. Blaine really didn't know if Kurt would have been able to understand if the outcome would have been different, but he didn't let himself think about it. All he knew was that knowing Burt was okay made him happy, and everything in Blaine wanted Burt to be his family too. Right then, seeing Kurt laughed, the smiling radiating off his face made up Blaine changing mind. He was going to propose to Kurt officially. He didn't know when or how, but he was going to do it. All he had to do first was to get permission from Burt.
Kurt was bouncing on his feet as he stood in front of the glee club. All eyes were on him, waiting for him to explain what was going on. "My dad's meeting was today," he started, "and the doctor told us that he is officially cancer free!" There was a loud cheer through the room, and Kurt smiled. "I asked him here to sing to him, and I'd appreciate it if you'd all support it. I'll also need some backup help."
The group agreed almost instantly, and then Kurt just had to wait. It was a long few seconds and Mr. Schue spoke to quiet the room. They were a little antsy. "Alright."
"He'll be here, any minute," Kurt said softly. "I'm sure." Finally, he turned to see his father walking into the room, holding up his hand to wave to everyone. "Dad!"
"Hey, everybody," he greeted. Kurt ran to lead him where to sit while everyone greeted the man. "Nice to see you. Schue, good to see you, Buddy." His dad hugged Mr. Schue and took Blaine's hand before sitting down. "How you doing? What's up, Blaine?"
"Well, it's probably not a surprise why I asked you to come here today," Kurt announced, looking right at his dad's smiling face.
"I'm guessing it has something to do with a song?" he guessed.
"Yes, but not just any song. See, the last time I dedicated a song to you in this room, you were in the hospital. But today we are celebrating life's most treasured and wonderful gift: a second chance. See when I was little you used to sing this song to me in the car all the time, and it always put a smile on my face. So, today it's my turn to sing…and your turn to smile."
"I'm already there, kiddo."
Kurt nodded because it was true. They were both just so happy. Kurt just wanted to do something special for his father, and embarrassing through a heartfelt song, it felt like the way to go. He turned around as the song started, hearing the girls get up and come forward to help him sing.
You are the sunshine of my lifeThat's why I'll always be aroundYou are the apple of my eyeFor ever you'll stay in my heart
The girls were pretty good, even if Kurt had to instruct them for a quick move or two. Everyone was having fun. Kurt directed everything to his father. All his worrying and nerves were gone, and replaced was the feeling of happiness and love. Right now, all that mattered was finishing the song. And he may just have to add some of his signature flair.
You must have known that I was lonely, yeahBecause you came to my rescueAnd I know that this must be heavenHow could so much love be in side of you? Whoa
Kurt seriously missed this. He hadn't been able to just sing for the heck of it in so long. NYADA it was always some assignment. Being in the choir room just made him so happy. Seeing the smile on his dad's face, Kurt knew that he was successful in his attempt. He even got his dad up and dancing with him. You are the sunshine of my life, yeahThat's why I'll always stay around, mhmYou are the apple of my eyeFor ever you'll stay in my heart,
Yeah, mhm aaha
Kurt kneeled in a very low curtsy, his legs aching until his dad noticed, taking his hand and helping him up. Kurt accepted the hug his father pulled him into, embracing tightly. "Thank you so much."
Kurt nodded against his dad's shoulder. "Anything to make you happy, Dad."
When Kurt was distracted with Mercedes, Blaine took it as his opportunity to pull Kurt aside. "Hey kid," Burt greeted and Blaine threw his arms around him in a hug. "Don't wanna crush me now."
Blaine brushed as he pulled away. "Sorry, I just am so excited about the news! I knew you'd kick its butt. You and Kurt are both fighters."
Burt nodded happily. "That you are right. There was no way that cancer was going to drag me down. I'd never hear the end of it from Kurt about wearing dark colors today."
Blaine laughed softly before stepping closer to Burt. "I was actually wondering if you were free sometime after school this week. I have something important to talk to you about."
Burt raised an eyebrow, but didn't press any further which Blaine was thankful for. "I got a meeting tomorrow, but Thursday I'm free. You wanna come over for dinner?"
"NO!" Blaine cringed at how loud that was. He received looks from Tina and Marley, but Kurt didn't seem to notice. Thank goodness. Burt's eyebrow rose a bit higher. "I mean, this is something that I want to talk to you about privately. I don't want anyone overhearing. You could just meet me here in the auditorium?"
Burt nodded. "I could do that. It makes me wonder what it's about when you don't want Kurt to be included. This have something to do with him?"
"We can just talk about it then?" Blaine pleaded, pulling out the puppy dog eyes.
"Alright, fine. I'll see you around four then."
"Sounds like a deal! Thank you, Burt. This means a lot to me. I'm also so excited that you are healthy and happy. You deserve this with how hard you fight everyday."
Burt nodded his head, watching Kurt as he talked excitedly with Mercedes. "I'm just glad that I'm okay because I don't know if Kurt could have handled it. He was so bad earlier, and that was just when he didn't know. I'm scared to find out what he would have been like if the news was different."
Blaine nodded. "He's so passionate about everything he does and everything that he's involved in. That's what I love about him so much."
Burt looked over at him, giving him a look. "Why don't you go tell him that? You two are skating around each other, and I'm sick of it. Go talk to my son and get back together already."
"There's no way he'll take me back," Blaine muttered. "He may say that he's over it, but I'm not quite sure. He keeps making sure everyone knows we're 'just friends'. I don't know what to do anymore."
"Well being all depressed isn't going to help, kid. He's here right now. This may be your only chance to talk to him about it. If you don't take that opportunity, then I'm sorry to say that you are dumb. If you decide to not do it, then I hope you are okay with living with your decision."
"Whose decision about what?" Kurt asked suddenly, making Blaine jump back. He prayed to whoever was looking over him that Kurt did not hear that.
"Blaine here was just talking to me about Regionals and deciding what songs to do. He's not sure if a solo or a duet would be good for him and the New Directions."
Blaine was impressed with Burt's quick thinking. He would have been a stuttering mess. "Well, in my opinion," Kurt said looking to Blaine. "You need a solo, but I wouldn't be opposed to seeing you do a duet with Marley. I think your voices would mash together well."
Blaine nodded. "Yeah, I was thinking that too."
Kurt smiled, turning to his dad. "Now, I'm only asking this one time for today only because we just got great news. It's also because I have a craving for cheesecake. Do you wanna go get some ice cream or something?"
Burt nodded like a little kid. "Don't have to ask me twice."
Blaine chuckled to himself. "You're welcome to come too, Blaine," Kurt said.
"Nah, I think I'm gonna pass. You two should go spend some time together. Maybe another time." Blaine wanted to go so badly. It would be like old times, but then he couldn't hold Kurt's hand under the table where Burt wouldn't see. He wouldn't be able to share a dessert with Kurt, or steal a quick kiss on the cheek when Burt wasn't looking. Blaine just didn't think he could handle it.
"Alright," Kurt said linking his arm through his dad's. "Well, I'll see you tomorrow."
"Yeah, bye."
Blaine watched the two walk out of the room. On the bright side, Burt was pushing for him to get back together with Kurt. He may be nervous about asking Burt, but he was pretty sure what his answer would be. He would talk to Kurt soon, and hopefully it ends with Blaine having an incredible fiancé. Blaine could barely wait.
-6-
Blaine worried himself through all of Wednesday and most of Thursday. Maybe he was over thinking it, but everything was relying on this conversation with Burt. He wasn't sure if Kurt would say yes, if Blaine didn't have approval from his dad. Some people just didn't understand what he and Kurt have, though. Well…had and hopefully still have.
Blaine is in love with Kurt. He had this feeling inside him that was impossible to describe out loud. He felt like a thousand butterflies were released every time Kurt talked to him, or even look at him. Blaine would die for Kurt. He wanted everything with Kurt and no one else. Blaine wanted to grow old and have babies with Kurt. He wanted to hold him close when they went to sleep at night, their bright blue eyed girl curled up between them. Blaine wanted Kurt to never think of anyone else except him.
Proposing, this is what Blaine could finally do to seal the deal. He could do this to make Kurt realize he was feeling all this. Blaine knows that somewhere inside Kurt, he feels it too. It has to be there. All the time they spent together before the breakup wasn't for nothing. They shared moments together that he'd never share with anyone else in his entire life. They were meant for each other; they were soul mates.
"Anderson, you wanted to see me?" Blaine heard. He turned from his seat on one of the stools on the stage. Oh god, this was about to happen. "You aren't gonna sing to me too, are ya?"
"I just wanted to give you this," Blaine answered. He had gotten the gift the weekend before. He wanted to get something for Burt after going through all of this. He handed it over to Burt. "Open it. I thought maybe you could wear it at work? Show your support for gay marriage."
"Oh, it's really sweet of you. Gay rights have been my top issue, even though it makes me wildly unpopular with my distinguish colleges. They're on the wrong side of history, so screw 'em."
A wave of relief swept over Blaine. "I am so glad that you feel that way, because assuming that we legally can…um…" This was it. "I wanted to formally ask for you permission… to ask Kurt to marry me."
Burt looked up from where he was pinning the rainbow pin to his shirt. His expression hard to read, but Blaine kept his smile on his face. "You kidding or you nuts?"
"Kurt is my soul mate," Blaine explained slowly. "I know that I've hurt him badly, but I also know that if I want to get him back I have to do something bold."
Burt turned to face him fully. "Blaine, it means a lot to me that you love Kurt, and you've been like family to me-"
Good news. "Sooo, you're saying that you're okay with me asking for his hand?"
"Oh, of course not. No," Burt said quickly, Blaine's smile fading instantly. He didn't know what to do. "You're still kids. You learn anything from Finn and Rachel?"
"They are completely different." Blaine hated the comparison. It wasn't fair because Burt didn't realize how much Blaine loved Kurt. "I don't think you understand how it feels to finally be able to legally get married."
"And you don't really get what it is to be married," Burt explained slowly. "Straight, gay, whatever, it's not the same as living together. Blaine, listen, let's sit down for a second." Blaine didn't want to. He wanted to go somewhere and cry because now he couldn't do something that he really wanted to do, just because people don't understand his feelings. "Seriously, come here. Look, I can't tell you why, something happens when you exchange vows. It's a big deal. It's why getting a divorce is so much harder than breaking up. It's just a really big difference between marrying a person and marrying an idea."
"What if he meets someone else?" Blaine shot back. He hated being talked to like a child. He knew what he wanted to do, and he knew what could happen from it.
"You think you two are meant to be?"
"Yes."
"You think you two have a true love?"
"Yes!" Blaine was aggravated now. How could Burt do this? Proposing would make both him and Kurt so happy.
"Then stop worrying. I gotta go." Burt stood up from the stool, and Blaine kept his eyes down. "Thanks for the pen."
"Sure," Blaine muttered, defeated
"Hey, it's going to be okay." Burt clapped his shoulder before turning to leave. Blaine didn't resist the urge to roll his eyes.
"How do you know that though?" he decided to ask. Why not. It couldn't hurt, he supposed.
Burt turned around to look at Blaine. "When two people love each other like you two do, everything works out." Then he was gone. Blaine turned around, closing his eyes.
There was something in him that understood where Burt was concerned. He was still in high school, and Kurt lived in New York while he was in Lima. They were still broken up after Blaine cheated on Kurt, for almost six months. Blaine could easily just sit down and talk this out with Kurt. The boy may accept his offer of starting to date again, but he might not. This was a huge step that Burt wasn't sure he and Kurt were ready for, but Blaine was sure that they were.
Kurt loved romance. He loved how spontaneous and fun it was. The thing that would get Kurt to really open his eyes and see how much they were meant to be would be proposing. That was it. Kurt would love the gesture. They could finally talk and end up being engaged. It was something that Blaine wanted more than he wanted anything else in his entire life.
Blaine stood up, stuffing his hands in his pocket. He had to do it. Maybe Burt was against it, but he wasn't. Blaine was one hundred percent sure that this would work. He was proposing no matter what got in his way. He wasn't a little kid anymore. He could make his own decisions. It was about time that he finally stood up for himself.
He hurried off the stage. Hey, he had a long speech to prepare and write for the next day. Kurt would be leaving soon and if he is going to go through with this, then he had to get to work.
-7-
Kurt raised an eyebrow when Blaine came up to him after glee rehearsal. They were meeting in the auditorium after they changed. The boy looked nervous, and Kurt just kept the coo from escaping from his mouth. Blaine had always had the problem of showing his nerves even when he didn't know it. Kurt was intrigued, but Blaine led him out of the room and down the hallway. They ended up in the little side hall where Blaine gave him his gum wrapper ring last Christmas.
"What's up?" Kurt finally asked when Blaine turned to face him.
"This is gonna take a lot of courage considering our complicated history and all the emotions involved, so-um-I'm just gonna say it."
Kurt noticed the lack of eye contact as well as the stuttering. This was serious. Something tightened in Kurt's stomach. Oh god, this is what it felt like to be asked out. He almost forgot. It had taken Blaine long enough. "Go ahead; you get kinda cute when you get nervous."
"I wanted to ask you if…well, will you…maybe stick around for Regionals? "
Kurt felt like an idiot. Of course that is what Blaine wanted to know. It was hard to control the disappointment, but he did it pretty well if you ask him. "Oh! Oh yeah, of course. Yeah, Mercedes and I already talked about it. We wanted to stick around and root you guys on at the competition. Yeah, we wouldn't miss it for the world."
"Great," Blaine said quickly.
Suddenly Kurt was curious. Blaine had looked so nervous and all he wanted to ask was that. "You had to know I'd say yes. Right?" He moved to link his arm through Blaine's as they started down the hallways. Blaine shrugged next to him, making Kurt smile. "What a wonderful, wonderful week."
"With you in it," Blaine murmured, "a wonderful life."
Kurt smiled because he felt the same towards Blaine. Blaine was just a great big ball of sunshine that lit up everyone's day. As they continued down the hall, Kurt found his mind wondering. Why had he been hoping for Blaine to ask him out? Was he finally ready to move on from the whole situation with Blaine cheating? It was just that Blaine made his life so much happier and easier. Kurt loved him, but was he finally ready to put everything behind?
Blaine had to ask him out before he left for New York. They had to talk it out. They had a whole seven days to do it too. But Kurt wasn't initiating it. He was too proud of himself to do that. It was Blaine that screwed up, and he had to fix it. Kurt would be ready when that time came, or at least he hoped so.
A/N: Hey guys! :) I'm back! This one was done last Tuesday, but I set out to re-read it all before I posted it. But with graduation and my party, I was SO busy that I didn't have time. I had to work today, so I figured that I would just post it anyways. So that means if you see an error, I'm sorry. I'll re-read it later and fix everything, but you guys have been waiting for so long! I'm sorry for any mistakes.
I liked this episode. It was good. I loved all the Klaine and everything, but I hate how they haven't talked about anything! It's just like come on! TALK ALREADY! I tried to write Kurt how I thought he would be feeling and thinking. If that changes in the future, I'll change it.
I'm seeing Darren on Friday! :) I'm so excited! I've seen all the pictures and everything from the concerts and it looks like so much fun! I have forced myself not to listen to any of his new music. I want to experience it live. I'm telling you guys this because this weekend is hectic for me. I'm not sure when I'll be able to post All or Nothing. It won't be a long chapter because as everyone knows, the episode sucked.
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Well this is a short note, but I really hope I lived up to the episode. I hope it was worth the wait. Review for me! Please? I'd love you all forever if you did. I'll see you next time, the last time I update for Season 4!
Final Note: I miss Glee. :(
-Chelsea-