It was finally the holidays, which meant that everything was hectic. The Hummel/Hudson's were having something at their house while the Anderson's were shockingly planning something. Thankfully in the midst of all the madness Rachel's fathers had agreed to join the Hummel/Hudson clan for Christmas Eve dinner, and insisted that Christmas night will be at their house. Trying to find time for everyone was going to be impossible.
"Yeah we'll be flying in on Friday." Kurt explained to his dad for the millionth time, he knew they were excited to see them and all, but he's told him when they were arriving almost every night he's been on the phone with him. "Blaine will be there and after we're done having Christmas Eve dinner with you guys we're going to stop by his parent's house because they're doing something as well."
Burt sighed heavily. He knew what they thought about his son, and even their own son, he doesn't understand why they torture these poor kids by pretending that they want to spend time with them.
"Listen kiddo, you think you can handle that? You know how they are about you two." He hesitated a little bit on the wording but knew that Kurt could handle it.
With a roll of his eyes Kurt looked over at his boyfriend, who was busy packing up their bags. It made him sad that Blaine's parents don't make much of an effort unless its an important holiday. They haven't talked to their son since his graduation.
"Um, yeah dad we can handle it. I'm pretty immune to it, I just don't know about him too much. He's pretty emotional when it comes to his parents, you know that." Kurt said lightly, hoping that Blaine wasn't paying attention to his conversation.
"Well okay then son, I'll see you in a few days, love you."
Kurt smiled widely, he was excited to be back home for a little but. As much as he loved New York, he missed his family. "Love you too dad, I'll see you soon."
"Alright everyone. Its time. Checklist!" Rachel yelled in the living room, holding a clipboard in her hands.
Traveling with the four of them was serious business, especially because someone was bound to forget something.
Finn, Kurt, and Blaine all stood next to her, looking around at all their things, waiting for her to call out the important list of unforgettable items.
"Suitcases. Two for Finn and I. Three for Kurt and Blaine."
"Check!" Kurt yelled with a satisfied smile, having a suitcase especially for his shoes and skincare routine.
"Cellphones, Laptops, iPods, and chargers for everything." Rachel's eyes peeked up from above the clipboard, waiting for an answer. They had about ten minutes before they had to leave for the airport.
Finn dug through the backpack to make sure before he stood straight, almost as if he was in the army and Rachel was his drill sergeant. "Check!"
She smiled and checked it off excitedly, picking up her tote bag. "Okay guys, looks like we're all ready to head home for the holidays!"
Everyone cheered as they gathered their belongings and made their way out the door, the cab waiting outside, perfectly on time.
Ohio here they come!
On the plane Finn slept, Rachel read a book and listened to music, and Kurt was sharing headphones with Blaine, who had his head on Kurt's shoulder, dozing off.
"Kurt, if you keep doing that I'm going to fall asleep." Blaine murmured with a sleepy smile, his eyes feeling heavy.
A grin appeared on Kurt's face as he continued to gently run his fingers through his boyfriend's unruly, curly hair. He enjoyed doing this on the days Blaine kept it free from the confines of way too much gel.
"You can sleep, I don't mind. I'm just glad I forgot to pack your hair gel, because now I can do this all week." Kurt admitted with a smirk, peeking down to see Blaine's reaction, hoping it would be priceless.
His look was indeed priceless like Kurt had expected, making him giggle.
"Tell me you're lying." Blaine said, sitting up a little to look at Kurt more, his eyes wide in fear.
Shaking his head Kurt tried his hardest to hide his huge smile. "Then I would be lying."
Blaine's mouth dropped in shock, which made Kurt's laughter hard to keep quiet, making him hide his face in his boyfriend's shoulder.
"I hate you. I can't believe you didn't bring my gel. Ass." Blaine muttered, failing to hide his smile as he watched his boyfriend laugh into his shoulder. He could never hate him, that was for sure.
"Finn, wake up, we're landing." Rachel said softly, her hand gently shaking his shoulder.
He sat up and stretched after sleeping the whole flight. Only Finn can sleep through turbulence and the laughter of Kurt throughout a two hour flight. Even Blaine as a pretty heavy sleeper himself only handled, at most, a twenty minute nap during their trip.
"I can't believe you didn't wake me up." He murmured as he rubbed his eyes, trying to get used to the lighting coming through the plane. "I'm starving."
Rachel giggled at his tiredness, watching him with adoration as he adapted to his surroundings now that he was alert.
"We'll get a bite to eat at your mom's house, I'm sure she made something for lunch." She offered with a wide smile, excited to be back home.
Finn sighed in content, a smile on his face at the mention of his mom. He missed her and her cooking a lot.
"Dad and Carole are waiting for us at baggage claim!" Kurt informed excitedly, practically jumping in his chair.
Holiday cheer was definitely in the air, with all the gifts packed away in their luggage and smiles everywhere they turned. Finn has been ready for this break for a while, he needed to be home.
"Finn, Kurt!" Carole yelled excitedly, running up to squeeze her boys in a bone crushing hug. It was strange not having them around the house all the time. "How are my boys?"
The two laughed and hugged her back equally as tight, missing her just as much. "We're really great Carole. We miss being home." Kurt said softly, attempting to pull away first. This was a tad too close for comfort.
Finn was still holding on to her, no intentions of letting go anytime soon. "I missed it here mom." He mumbled, letting out a sigh of relief.
"Hey there kiddo." Burt wrapped his arms around his son, holding him tightly. "I'm glad you're home."
Kurt chuckled as he rubbed his dads back, resting his head on his shoulder. "Me too dad, me too."
Later that night everyone sat around the living room with coffee and hot chocolate, laughing at stories about Christmas past. The only one who stayed silent was Blaine, quietly sipping at his hot drink, laughing when he felt something was funny.
Kurt peeked backed from his spot between his boyfriend's legs, offering him a smile. Blaine flashed a smirk, leaning in to kiss Kurt's forehead softly.
"Are you okay?" Blaine nodded, smiling widely.
That was convincing. Thought Kurt, letting him have this one. Once they get into his bedroom they'll talk more about what's eating at him.
"How about you Blaine, what was the best present you ever got for Christmas?" Carole asked happily, looking to him with a warm smile, waiting for an answer.
The couple turned to face everyone, caught off guard by the question. "Oh... um, I would have to say last year being able to spend Christmas with all of you when my parents were out of town. Spending time with Kurt and being in this lovely family atmosphere was all I could have asked for."
Everyone stopped for a second, sad smiles on their faces. Now Kurt knew there was definitely something bothering Blaine and he was going to get to the bottom of it.
Finn smiled as he entered his old bedroom, watching as Rachel jumped on the bed, lying down. "Wow, I've missed it here." He mumbled, glancing around at the now empty space, everything gone but a bed and TV.
He walked to the edge of the bed and fell face down, making Rachel giggle. "I'm guessing you're tired."
"Very." Finn answered with a grumble, feeling his girlfriend climb up on his back, her hands working on his shoulders. "Mm.. Well this is nice." He chuckled, glancing back at her.
Rachel leaned down and placed a kiss behind his ear, choosing to stay quiet, let Finn relax. She knew that he missed being here, but was sacrificing this to be with her in New York, that meant a lot. A decision such as that is what made Rachel realize that he will be a wonderful husband and an amazing father, if he ever asks her to marry him.
"Hey babe, Do you think Blaine will ever have a real Christmas with his family?" Finn wondered, out of the blue.
She knew deep down that he cared about him, between all the awkward moments and differences they had back in high school, Finn will always be there for Blaine.
"I think he already has. Last year with Kurt and all of you, and now this year with us." Rachel said softly, lying down on top of Finn's back, closing her eyes. "Family isn't just about being bound by blood. Its about being loved, and that's something that Blaine is here.. He's loved."
Finn nodded, looking back at Rachel with a thoughtful smirk on his face. "Yeah he is. I already consider him my brother. They'll get married one day, everyone's waiting for it." He said with a chuckle. Thinking of how great of a day that will be.
"They will. Kurt and Blaine were made for one another." Rachel whispered, feeling extremely tired.
"So are we, Rach." Finn murmured, reaching his hand back to hold hers tightly. "I love you."
Rachel gave her boyfriend's hand a slight squeeze, nuzzling her face between his shoulders. "I love you too."
Alright guys so this is part one of your holiday gift! I shall post part two sometime later or maybe tomorrow! I'll have to see! Even though I will be out of town I will try my best to update for you! Have lovely holidays everyone and thank you so, so much for reading! Love you all!