Hi y'all. I had a break in between studying so I decided to update really quick. I want to try and incorporate other characters into the story more so if there is someone you want to see let me know. Also, I will try to figure out exactly where in the timeline I am and what things did or didn't happen in relation to this story. I got the feeling during the episode when Marley and Santana paired up that it had the potential to be a great friendship, like a protective older sister looking out for her, plus Santana seemed to be more intimidating to Sebastian in the series than anyone else so I want to bring her into the story. For the purpose of this story though they met before the show had them meet.
Also I don't think I'm going to include the eating disorder because I think that it was poorly handled in the series and I would need a lot more time to write about it in here. Sorry if that makes anyone upset but I don't want to do a bad job with something like that.
As always reviews are much appreciated. I'll keep writing as long as people want to read it. I have a rough idea how I want this to end, now I just have to figure out the in-between stuff :)
Last note: if anyone has a good suggestion about a duet song that would sound good with Marley and Blaine singing it, I welcome the suggestions. I'm going through Spotify like crazy but haven't found the perfect one yet.
Marley POV
Marley was sitting cross legged on the floor in her living room. She and Blaine were working on their duet for sectionals, but they were having trouble coming up with a song to perform. Blaine was sitting opposite of her with a mess of sheet music spread between them.
"What about this one?" Marley said handing over one of the pages.
"I love this song, but I think it's a little too slow." Blaine said. "How about this one?"
Marley looked at the pages. "I'm not sure I can hit that note…"
The doorbell rang as they shifted through the pages. Marley glanced at the clock, it was only 4:30. She got up and opened the door, smiling when she saw Sebastian.
"I'm early I know," he said with a smile.
"That's fine. Come in!" She said smiling, hugging him as he crossed the doorway.
Sebastian produced two bouquets of flowers. "These are for you and your mom. I wasn't sure what to bring." He said. "I thought roses might be too cheesy."
She smiled brightly. "They're beautiful. Thank you."
Blaine appeared in the doorway leading into the living room. "Sebastian."
"Hey Blaine." Sebastian said, still smiling but a little more reserved.
Marley looked between the two but then her mom came out of the kitchen. After appropriate introductions were made, Ms. Rose announced that dinner was ready.
They all sat at the small dinning room table to eat. Marley and her mom had made mozzarella stuffed Parmesan chicken with angel hair pasta and fresh green beans.
"Dinner is amazing, Ms. Rose." Sebastian said.
"Thank you, Sebastian." Ms. Rose said. "So, tell me about this winter festival that Marley has been talking about."
Sebastian smiled. "It's like a winter wonderland. They have a carnival every year, with games, rides, the most amazing food," he said. "And to finish out the whole thing there is a big production of the Nutcracker that they work on all year long. It's actually a cast that comes from Ballet Academy East in New York to perform."
"It really is an amazing event." Blaine said. He looked at Marley out of the corner of his eye. "I didn't know you guys were planning on going to that."
Marley took a little longer to chew her food than was probably necessary.
"Marley was telling me that she missed being close to a ballet theater like the last place they lived." Sebastian said easily. "I figured she might enjoy the festival. Of course, you and the others are welcome to come along. Is Kurt coming home for the holidays?"
It was said lightly, just like a passing question, but Blaine tensed and narrowed his eyes slightly at the dig. Sebastian just smiled back like nothing was wrong. Marley nudged Sebastian's foot under the table.
Ms. Rose looked at Marley in question, sensing the tension between the two boys. "So, Blaine, how are you guys coming along with your duet?" She asked as a distraction.
Oh no.Marley thought, eyes widening as she quickly looked at Sebastian.
To his credit, he didn't respond to the comment, in fact he acted as if he hadn't even heard it. They weren't competing against the Warblers in sectionals, but as long as they won they would be competing against the Warblers in regionals in February since the Warblers had won their sectionals. Everyone was already on her about not revealing any information and now they knew that she and Blaine were doing a duet.
"Umm…" Blaine glanced at Sebastian too. "It's going fine. We can't decide on a song though."
Marley cleared her throat. "We'll figure it out though." She said smiling at Blaine. "Who would like dessert?"
Sebastian stood with her. "Let me give you a hand." He offered following her to the small kitchen.
She pulled out a big bowl of mixed berries from the fridge and some homemade whipped cream. "Why would you say that to Blaine?" She demanded in a whisper. "You know Kurt isn't coming back for Christmas."
"You wanted me to just not say anything to him blatantly pointing that statement at you?" He asked back in a whisper.
"I want you to be able to play nice." She said. "If we're gonna be friends I would like you to get long with my other friends as well."
They stared at each other for a long moment. Finally, Sebastian sighed and nodded. "Okay, I'll be nice." He said.
Marley smiled and placed a kiss on his cheek and they walked back into the dinning area.
The conversations were a lot less tense after that and the peace carried over until it was time for Blaine to leave. Marley walked him out while Sebastian helped finish washing the dishes.
"Drive safe." She said as they reached his car. "Do you still wanna meet tomorrow to work on the set list?"
"Sure." Blaine said sounding distracted. "Marley is it really a good idea to go with Sebastian for 3 days to the festival?"
Marley sighed, crossing her arms to guard against the cold air.
Blaine put his hands on her shoulders. "You know I worry about you. Even if it wasn't Sebastian I would ask this about anyone that asked you away overnight after a week." He said.
"I appreciate that I do." Marley said giving him a hug. "You and Sam have been like the brothers I've always wanted, and I love your protectiveness. My mom has to say yes before I can even go anyways."
"Okay." He said. "Just promise me if there is any trouble you'll call me, and I'll be right there."
She smiled. "I promise."
They hugged goodbye and she moved to go back into the house. Sebastian came out as she was going in.
"I'll be right back." He told her walking towards Blaine.
Marley paused in the doorway, unsure if she should go back out or not. She watched the two just in case it came to blows or something.
Blaine POV
"Hey Blaine, wait up." Sebastian came out of the house.
Blaine paused and glanced at Marley who was standing in the doorway just out of earshot. "What do you want Sebastian?" He asked cautiously.
Sebastian shoved his hands in his pockets. "I wanted to apologize." He said. "You have every reason to be concerned about me hanging out with Marley. I haven't given you many reasons to think that I don't have an ulterior motive…"
Blaine furrowed his brow. "If you're waiting for me to disagree— "
"No," Sebastian said shaking his head. "I just wanted to apologize for my comment inside, and the only thing I can do is prove to you that I really just want to put everything behind us. For whatever it's worth, I'm sorry you can't see Kurt for Christmas." He looked back at Marley briefly and then back to Blaine. "I really care about Marley. I can't explain it, I know it's too soon to say that, but…"
He trailed off and Blaine looked at him with curiosity. That was similar to what he had heard from Marley this last Monday when they confronted her. It was shocking to him, but there was something in Sebastian's expression that made Blaine actually believe that he was telling the truth that he didn't have any intention of hurting Marley.
"I'm willing to give you the benefit of the doubt." Blaine said after a moment. "But if you hurt her, it isn't just me or Sam who you will have to worry about. Santana is not happy about you coming in to the same zip code as Marley let alone hanging out with her."
"Don't worry I won't give her a reason to kill me." Sebastian said with a light smile.
Blaine laughed slightly. "I hope not." He said. "Good night Sebastian."
Sebastian waved goodbye as he turned to head back into the house.
Blaine backed out of the driveway slowly, watching as Sebastian walked back up to Marley who looked at him questioningly. Sebastian said something that caused her smile brightly and wrap her arms around him. Maybe there really wasn't anything to worry about.
