A/N: Molto grazie for the reviews/alerts/whatnots. Honestly, I feel like the biggest pervert in tow. Teehee.

Disclaimer: I do not own Glee

Chapter 4:

"What are you doing here?" Tony asked as soon as he opened the door, a baffled look painted on his face. Puck ignored Tony and walked inside the apartment. Tony's (and Maxxie's) off campus apartment was only three blocks away from the university. Puck was really grateful for the accessibility. He then slumped lazily on the sofa and glanced at the living room digital clock. It read nine thirty pm. Only thirty minutes had passed but it felt like it was a long time ago. "What are you doing here?" Tony repeated as he closed the front door and followed inside.

Puck stared at Tony and that was the time he noticed that his best friend was ready for bed. He was probably the biggest cock block in tow but he really needed to get away from the dorm or he might do something really stupid.

"I… I forgot to take home some of Maxxie's brownie." He wildly invented, not meeting Tony's gaze, afraid that his eyes would betray him. Okay, he was not in the apartment for Maxxie's famous brownies. He was here to distract himself because right after Kurt had made that graceful entrance to the bathroom, he really had a strong desire to join the brunet. And he was not going to let that happen. The score was even and he was not going to let Kurt get the second point no matter how delectable the brunet looked in that lacy black underwear.

Tony cocked an eyebrow at his direction. His arms crossed on his chest like he was waiting for a better explanation. Puck knew that Tony did not believe a squat of what he just said.

Puck sighed loudly. "Truth is, I need to borrow that Angelina Jolie movie Maxxie was raving about." Okay, that was the most pathetic lie he had weaved.

Tony snorted as he shook his head at him. And as if on cue, Maxxie appeared from the kitchen which was adjacent to the living room. Maxxie was in Tony's football shirt which was two sizes bigger than him and white boxers. Clearly, Puck had disrupted a steamy night for the couple.

"You finished one batch of brownies. You're not here for them." Maxxie said matter-of-factly as he took a seat next to Puck. "Spill Puckerman, what brought you here?"

Puck felt like a caged animal. He let out a loud breathe. "Kurt, my roommate, has a date and he asked me if he could have some privacy." He lied again. Puck shook his head mentally, he'd surely go to hell. And then for an instant, he felt that the two believed what he just said and then, Maxxie gave Tony a knowing look like he was saying, 'your best friend finally lost his marbles.'

"Okay fine. You both got me." Puck said in defeat as he relayed what had happened a while ago minus the part that he was completely turned on by Kurt's little show.

"So you mean to say, you left the apartment because you're scared that you might lose control and just jump him?" Maxxie said, crossing his slender arms across his chest. Why did Maxxie have to be always right?

"I didn't say I was scared." Puck huffed. Okay, he was scared that he'd lose control and do something he would regret in the morning. He and Kurt barely knew each other and the game they're both playing was kind of like a twisted version of 'since we're roommates, let's be friends' routine. Losing control was the last thing on his mind. "I just don't want to be that guy again."

"The guy who sleep around just because he can." Maxxie elaborated. "Trust me Noah, if you'd go back that road, I'll personally see to it that you'd be black and blue before you even set a foot on the highway."

Puck gulped. Maxxie could be menacing if he wanted to be.

Tony walked to his side and patted his shoulder. "Bro, go home, read your new novel and do not think about Kurt in his black underwear. You'll be alright."

Easier said than done. Puck scratched his shaved head in defeat but stood up from the sofa nonetheless and said goodbye to the couple.

He just hoped that Kurt was in his sweatpants when he got home.

***!***

Puck peeked at his mobile phone and the digital clock screen saver told him that it was already eleven thirty in the evening. He had killed almost two hours in the dorm's recreational room. He'd watched a Supernatural re-run, kicked a freshman's butt at the foosball machine, flirted with a couple of chicks, eaten two bags of Doritos and chugged down a liter of Pepsi. Not bad for a guy who was evading his sexy roommate.

He dug his pocket for his keys, found it and inserted it in the keyhole. He pushed the door stealthily, and stepped inside. A bright glow from Kurt's lampshade illuminated the room. He quietly shuffled inside, careful not to look at Kurt's side of the bed just in case. He walked to his bed and sat carefully on the edge.

"Puck is that you?"

Puck whipped his head and saw Kurt standing just outside the bathroom door. Kurt probably woke up and used the bathroom. Oh fuck. Great timing Puckerman. He quickly averted his gaze but not quick enough not to notice what Kurt's choice of bedtime clothes was. An oversized shirt which went past his smooth thighs. A lacy thingy was probably underneath. He wouldn't dare think about it.

"Yeah it's me." Puck said and from his peripheral vision, he saw Kurt sat on his bed which caused the shirt to ride up a bit, exposing a bit of lace. He quickly untied his shoes and tossed it under his bed and then he stripped to his boxers. The sooner he went to sleep, the sooner he'd get Kurt's ensemble out of his mind.

"I was just wondering where you'd gone coz you just disappeared. I thought something bad happened." Kurt said softly, his voice full of concern.

Warmth spread over him upon hearing those words. Puck never thought that Kurt could be that sweet. He smiled inwardly.

"I'm fine Kurt. No worries." He said as he pulled his blanket over him. His back was facing Kurt. It was better that way or else, he'd start imagining things he should never imagine while in Kurt's presence. "Go to sleep. Goodnight."

"Goodnight." Kurt responded in his sweet voice.

Damn. Sweet voice and lacy underwear. Puck wondered how long he'd last.

***!***

"Oh my god Kurtie, you're a naughty boy." Chad said as he flung a sugar packet at him. It was Sunday morning and he and Chad decided to meet at one of the off campus coffee shops. Kurt had just told Chad the event of last night. "I can't believe you did that."

"I can't believe it either." Kurt said as his cheeks burned in embarrassment. Honestly, he really didn't know what made him do the striptease show last night. All he knew was that he felt the confidence to do that while Puck watched. Maybe, Puck had contributed to that confidence. Maybe, Puck's sexy and confident attitude had rubbed on him. Or maybe, his subconscious didn't feel shy in Puck's presence. A lot of maybe's. It was kind of disturbing and liberating at the same time.

"Well, he was surely affected because he made a disappearing act." Chad said as he tore a packet of brown sugar and dumped its contents in his caramel macchiato. "If he'd stay, he'll lose control and will probably ask if he can bang you." Chad added with relish as he stirred his coffee.

Kurt was really thankful that there were only few people in the coffee shop. He really didn't want people to hear Chad's bluntness.

"So what if Puck asked if he could bang you?" Will you say yes?" Chad asked with a glimmer in his eyes. Sometimes, Kurt wondered why he chose Chad to be his best friend. But then, it was Chad for you, always the frank one. Kurt wouldn't want it any other way.

"Chad, it's a Sunday."

"So?"

"It's a family day, you're tainting it with your sexually induced questions."

As expected, Chad rolled his eyes. "It's just a question. What if that day comes? C'mon, you're in the same room with one of the hottest guy in school, you don't expect nothing will happen right?"

Chad really had a way to make him squirm. But his best friend had a point. What if that day came? Suddenly, the room felt ten degrees hotter despite the air conditioning. Or was it because his body responded to the possibility that something sexual might happen between him and Puck?

I will just cross the bridge when I get there. Kurt thought as he stirred his latte absently. For the mean time, no more thoughts about Puck. He decided to ask Chad if they could hang out the rest of the day and have a movie marathon at Chad's room. Chad had mentioned earlier that his roommate was gone for the weekend and would be back Monday evening.

"Chad please, let's not talk about it." Kurt said. "Let's talk about something else. How's your latest painting?" He asked but much to his disappointment, Chad was not paying attention to him but rather at something behind him. He opened his mouth to ask what's wrong but Chad cut him off.

"Oh god he's here." Chad said.

"Who?" Kurt asked. Not Puck please. He just couldn't face Puck right now. Now that what happened last night sunk in. He was quite embarrassed about it. Puck might have thought that he had an agenda or something. Well of course he had an agenda. It was to get even.

"Hey Kurt." Kurt looked over his shoulder and saw Puck with a sexy grin on his face. And to his horror, Puck sat at the empty stool beside him.

"Hey." Kurt said as he darted his eyes from Puck to Chad who was currently sporting an amused look on his face. Okay say something Kurt. "This is Chad by the way." Was all he could manage.

"Yeah I know." Puck said. "He's the one with a major crush on Tony." He added coolly.

If Chad was shocked with the revelation, his face didn't show it. Chad just smiled and took a sip of his coffee. Sometimes, Kurt wished he had the kind of cool demeanor.

"So are you coming to the dorm party tonight?" Puck asked nonchalantly. Kurt's heart started to beat rapidly against his chest. Was Puck asking him to the party? This was a huge turnabout on their little teasing game if that was the case.

"I.. Are you asking me out?" Kurt asked bravely.

"No. I was just asking." Puck answered and Kurt's cheeks flamed in embarrassment. So much for assuming that Puck was interested in him or something. "So are you going?"

Before Kurt could reply, Chad cut in. "No, he's not. He has a date tonight."

Kurt's mouth dropped in awe and he looked at his best friend questioningly.

Puck just shrugged. "The party is going to be lame anyway." He said as he stood up and marched to the counter without saying goodbye. Kurt watched Puck as he talked to the barista for his order. Puck surely weirded him out.

As soon as Puck was out of earshot, Kurt turned his attention back to Chad.

"What the hell did you just say?" Kurt said in a whisper just in case Puck could still hear them. "I barely know anyone here, are you out of your mind?"

"Puck is a jerk and he doesn't deserve you." Chad said flatly. "Don't worry about the date. Leave it to me."

"I love you Chad but that's ridiculous." Kurt said as he traced the rim of his coffee cup.

"I know someone in my Lit class. His name is Jared. You'll like him." Chad said, completely ignoring what he just said. "He owe me a favor, it's time for him to pay me back."

"And what is the point exactly?"

Chad huffed. "Can't you see? Puck just humiliated you and it pissed me off."

"So you decided to play Cupid?"

"We'll make him regret what's he's missing. Remember what I told you, tease and deny."

Kurt shook his head. He knew that Puck was just being Puck. And he didn't have to date anyone to prove his worth. He's worthy enough even without it. "I won't do it." He finally said as he looked up and saw Puck approaching their table, carrying two paper bags.

"So good luck with your date tonight." Puck said as he nodded at him. Kurt nodded back as he watched Puck walked towards the door then suddenly, Puck stopped and looked over his shoulders. "By the way Hummel, nice undies last night." He said with a wink as he continued to walk towards the swinging door of the café.

Kurt bit his lower lip and sighed in frustration. He looked at his best friend intently. "Fine, tell Jared to pick me up at seven."

Chad smiled brightly.

Puck asked for it. He'd get it. Kurt thought with conviction.

To be continued…

A/N: This isn't the chapter that I really wanted but I just had to write this in preparation for the next chapter. Hope you are all satisfied with this update. All mistakes are mine.