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This is it, the final chapter of We Did It Our Way. I'm so thankful for all of you that have read, reviewed, and enjoyed the story. This has gone better than I ever imagined it would. I hope you know how much each and every one of you mean to me.
I'm not going to lie though, I was a little disappointed with the number of reviews for the last chapter. That being said, even though I hate this, I'm not going to post any part of the threequel until I have a decent amount of reviews on this last chapter. I'm really busy this week with helping the freshman through orientation, so I could really use all of your kind words to help me through it. Also: if a storyline doesn't end here, it will be in the threequel, so fret not.
Enjoy the final part of We Did It Our Way!
Chapter 33
Kurt smiled as soon as he awoke, it was the day he was going to get married. He had dreamed about it since he was a little boy, but he never actually thought it would happen. He rolled over and grabbed his phone, quickly hitting the speed dial.
"Hello?" Blaine's voice rang over the phone, husky and tinged with sleep.
"Hey baby. We're getting married today," Kurt pulled his knees to his chest and leaned against the headboard of his bed. It killed him that Blaine was in a hotel somewhere, but some traditions aren't meant to be broken.
"I know," Blaine's voice caused chills to run down Kurt's spine, "Damn, it's so great just to hear your voice, Kurt. I miss you," Blaine opened his eyes to the sun, wincing immediately.
"Do you remember your party?" Kurt asked innocently, still trying to piece things together. "I think I remember us making out by a dumpster. Which is disgusting and will never happen again."
Blaine gave a throaty laugh, "It did. I do remember a lot of it, though I definitely need to detox this morning."
"Why did we decide to go with a 5PM ceremony?" Kurt moaned, "This is going to literally kill me all day that I can't see you."
"I know, what do you have planned for today?"
"I'm going by the Lighthouse to see if everything is okay and set the things up that couldn't be set up. Then I have a date with the spa. Followed by getting married, of course," Kurt laughed.
The slight giggled caused Blaine to smile immediately, "Hmmm. Sounds fun. Wish I could be there."
"What are you doing?"
"I have a date with the spa too. But I think it's a different one. First, I'm going to the gym. Eventually I think I have to show up at some lighthouse…" Blaine trailed off.
"I can't wait to see you," Kurt breathed through the phone, his eyes falling shut as he tried to picture what Blaine would look like in some hotel. "I love you."
"I love you too. I'll see you at 5. I'll be the one in the tux." Blaine laughed, "The short one in the tux. Bye sweetheart."
Kurt smiled at the term of endearment and echoed, "Goodbye," before hanging up the phone. He had a long day in front of him.
Lighthouse at New York – 4:30
Blaine stood in front of a mirror in the groom's suite at the Lighthouse. Kurt had willingly taken the bride's sweet because it was bigger. Blaine wished he had taken it, because now he was pacing as the nerves got to him. "What if he's making a huge mistake marrying some idiot like me?" Blaine asked Hayden.
Hayden, who was playing the part of his best woman, sat in a teal dress fell straight and crisscrossed in the back. Her hair was pulled into a loose up do, with a few tendrils falling down. She had passed the Kurt inspection, and was now doing her duties to help Blaine.
"Abu!" Blaine yelled, bending down to take the dog's bowtie out of his mouth. "I told Kurt having you here was going to be a hassle, but nope, he never listens to me." Blaine ruffled the dog's fur, knowing that he had to be there. "You're going to sit nicely on the sidelines with Puck, right?" The dog blinked in response.
Jack Sr. walked into the room, smiling at his grandson. "You look good," Blaine looked down at his tuxedo. It was the darkest black, with a white shirt with black buttons, and a pocket square that Kurt insisted on, it had small blue spots on it.
"Thanks, Grandpa." Blaine whispered, looking out over the river.
"I'm proud of you, Blaine. You can't imagine how happy this makes me. I only want to know that the pride of my life is taken care of. Kurt will do that for you, Kurt is a special person." Jack Sr. fixed a tendril of Blaine's hair, "It makes me so happy to do this. To be a part of this marriage. When I see both of you, I see true love. I see love that is rare. I see you being you, Blaine. I don't see you being the boy you think your father wants, the boy you think I want. I see you being you." The man places his hand on his grandson's shoulder, "Are you ready for this?"
"I've been ready since that day on the staircase," Blaine says firmly.
Kurt fingers were trembling as he tried to tie his bowtie. "Shit. I can't even do this. My hair is a mess, my bow is going to be crooked…"
"And Blaine would still marry you anyway." Finn straightened his own tie and moving over to help Kurt.
Kurt wore a black tuxedo like Blaine, but he opted for tails on his, and his signature lace up boots. When they got the tuxedo fitted, they looked at him like he was crazy, but he had to spice up the boring outfit.
There was a knock on the door and Kurt smirked, "Blaine, you're not allowed to see me until we're about to walk down the aisle."
"It's not Blaine, kiddo," Burt's voice rang through the door and he walked in. "Wow, Kurt. You look great."
Kurt did a small twirl for his dad, finishing with his hands on his hips.
"You nervous?"
Kurt started fixing his hair again, "Like you wouldn't believe."
"Why?" Burt sat on the edge of the vanity, looking at his son's face. "Do you think you made the wrong choice in marrying him?"
"No!" Kurt answered quickly, "I'm just nervous. What if this isn't everything he wanted? I took charge on the whole thing. What if he wanted something different and he's going to be disappointed?"
Burt moved and wrapped an arm around his son's shoulder, "Do you think Blaine will remember what this wedding looks like in twenty years? Do you think he'll care if the colors aren't what he wants? I think he won't. I think, he'll care about the fact that you are marrying him. You are telling him that you are going to love him forever, no matter what. Blaine loves you Kurt. Blaine wouldn't care if you wanted to get married in a swamp or a castle in France."
"Thank Dad," Kurt said softly, wrapping his arms around his father. "I just…want to be his everything."
"You are," Burt said, looking his son firmly in the eyes, "Now are you ready to get married or are you ready to get married?"
Lighthouse at New York – 5:00 PM
Kurt waited on the east side corridor while Blaine waited on the west.
Kurt took the first steps, walking around the corner just as Blaine stepped into view. Dropping any decorum he had, Kurt flew to Blaine's arms, hugging him tightly, "I love you. I love you. I love you." He repeated a thousand times, knowing he couldn't kiss Blaine, but wanting to so badly.
Blaine laughed, cupping Kurt's face, "You are my everything," he said so only they could hear. "Are you ready?"
"Yes," Kurt turned to see his parents, Blaine's parents, Blaine's grandparents, Hayden, Santana, and Finn staring at the pair. "Are you all ready?"
Every single person nodded, and Hayden, Santana, Catherine, Carole, Angela, and Finn already had tears running down their faces.
"Then let's get married!" Blaine said loudly, gripping Kurt's arm. "Well, let's get Kurt and I married."
Finn and Hayden opened the doors, and revealed the two hundred plus guests to the group. Everyone turned, and Kurt heard Blaine gasp as he got his first look at the ceremony. The chair were all covered in teal fabric, and hundreds of tiny candles filled the room, illuminating against the wall of windows. The river seemed to sparkle outside. "You did an amazing job, baby," Blaine said under his breath, "It is everything I ever dreamed about."
The processional music started, and Blaine squeezed Kurt again, "Do you like?" Kurt giggled. This had been a little surprise. Most of the people in the room wouldn't get it, but those closest to them did.
"Teenage Dream? How did you find a piano version?" Blaine whispered, watching his grandparents take their first tentative steps down the aisle.
Burt glanced over his shoulder, "How about we stop talking, boys?"
"Sorry dad," Kurt said sheepishly, winking at Blaine.
Blaine parent's were the next to start their way down the aisle. By the time they got halfway, Jack Sr. was taking his place at the front of the room, smiling at his son.
Burt and Carole went next, with Burt doing a little wiggle when the tempo of the song hit the fastest point.
Next was Santana, who was walking down the aisle with Abu. It took a lot of convincing, but they assured her no one would laugh.
They were wrong.
Chuckles broke out throughout the room, but Santana didn't miss a beat in her sapphire colored gown.
Hayden and Finn went next, Hayden looked elegant as she glided down the aisle, Finn rushed a little when he walked, Kurt noted, but he didn't do a bad job.
Blaine and Kurt were the next to walk. They waited until Finn and Hayden were completely down the aisle.
"You ready?" Blaine asked, looking at Kurt.
Kurt nodded, leaning up to kiss Blaine's cheek. There were already many flashes from cameras and a few "awes" sounded out.
Everyone stood as Blaine and Kurt took their first steps onto the rose petal covered aisle. They walked slowly, meeting eyes with everyone they loved. Blaine saw generations of family, Warblers, friends, colleagues, and even some family friends. Kurt's eyes were already filled with tears, so he couldn't make many faces out, but he saw those that counted. He willed the tears not fall, because he knew once they did, they weren't stopping.
The walk down the aisle seemed to take both an eternity, and end in a fleeting second. Before they knew it, they were hugging their parents and facing each other in front of everyone. Blaine reached over and wiped one of the tears falling from Kurt's eye, making even more come down.
The music stopped and everyone settled in, Blaine and Kurt had to tear their eyes off of each other, and look towards Jack Sr. who was about to begin.
"It was November, when these two boys met. They were both juniors in high school," he began, winking at both of them, "I personally thank God everyday that Kurt chose Blaine to ask his questions to, and not some other boy on that staircase. That day would mark the start of a beautiful relationship. Now, it did take some time. It was March when Blaine realized his feelings for Kurt. That March 15th started their official relationship. For those of us who have known these men for a long time, they know how much these two have changed each other. Blaine mellowed Kurt, caused him to take down some of his walls and let people in. Kurt healed Blaine, made him forget about everything that happened in the past. Kurt matured Blaine as well. They've had their issues, but nothing is stronger than love. Now they're making their ways in New York, and succeeding because they've learned to be together and work together to achieve any dream they have. Two boys fell in love on a staircase in November, I am positive of that, but standing in front of us all, are two men that deserve, care for, and love each other on a deeper level than most can comprehend. Thank you so much for being a part of this truly miraculous day."
He let the moment hang in the air as sniffles already erupted throughout the room. "And now, we will have a song from Miss Santana Lopez."
The music started playing and Santana looked directly at Blaine and Kurt, a small smile playing on her features. They'd both worked so hard to find a song that fit the moment. They knew it wasn't traditional to have a song during the service, but they both expressed themselves so well in song.
It's the only explanation
To the question at hand
Like years of pain gone away
In a single day
There's nothing that compares
To the way
You make me feel inside
And I'm so glad you're my...
Prince charming, my angel
My king and my friend
My love, my one
He is, he is
The beat in my heart
The kiss on my lips
My lover, my one
He is, he is
Santana had tears coming down her face, and Blaine and Kurt gripped hands even tighter. The words of the song fit both of them so much it overwhelmed them.
They could take away the money
The fortune or the fame
But as long as you stay
Here with me
I would be OK
I look at you
And I see me
Just reflections of the love you made with me
And I'm so glad you want to be my
Prince charming, my angel
My king and my friend
My love, my one
He is, he is
The beat in my heart
The kiss on my lips
My lover, my one
He is, he is
Kurt and Blaine stared into each other's eyes again, no longer caring about Santana. "I love you," Kurt mouthed to Blaine, who mouthed it back quickly, running his fingers over the back of Kurt's hands.
"Forever," he mouthed again.
My sun, my shine
My heart, my mind
He is everything
I gotta love you like no one has ever loved before
I gotta give you what you gave baby so much more
I wanna take it fast, but I want to take it slow
Addicted to your love and I can't let go
Prince charming, my angel
My king and my friend
My love, my one
He is, he is
The beat in my heart
The kiss on my lips
My lover, my one
He is, he is
Santana's face was lined with tears when she finished, "I love you Kurt and Blaine," she said before leaving the tiny platform and making her way back to her seat.
Everyone audibly shifted towards Kurt and Blaine, who once again squared themselves in front of each other.
Jack paused again, and then started: "We are gathered here for the wedding of Kurt Hummel and Blaine Anderson. They are about to exchange their vows of everlasting love. Who presents these to men to be married?"
"We do," Kurt and Blaine's parents chorused.
Blaine felt the tears prickle in his eyes. Kurt blinked rapidly, trying to fight his.
Blaine's mother came and put Blaine's hand in Kurt's, and Burt came and placed Kurt's other hand in Blaine's. There was a pause until they both returned to their seats. Both Kurt and Blaine turned their faces towards Jack.
"As Kurt and Blaine take their vows today, we are privileged to witness the joyous love of a new family - a family that will be nourished and nurtured through the devotion of two separate individuals growing together through the common bonds of love." Jack began, choking up a little towards the end, "May their marriage bring them the peace, joy, comfort and bliss. And may Kurt and Blaine both look forward to each new season of their marriage - just as the world looks forward to each new season of the year. For all seasons bring with them their own special moments and memories."
Jack paused again before continuing on: "An essential requirement of a good marriage is a strong bond of real friendship and trust. Kurt and Blaine, your love for each other will grow deeper with every passing day, but it's important to remember that your love stands on a foundation of genuine, mutual affection and respect for each other. To truly LOVE another person is to be willing to accept both their strong points, and their weak points, with equal measures of understanding and respect. The vows you are about to exchange, will serve as a verbal representation of the non-verbal emotions that are as real as anything that can be seen, heard or touched, for it is not the words that you will speak today that will bond you together as one - but the strength of the love and commitment found deep within your souls."
There was another pause, this time for Jack to dab at his eyes. Kurt wanted so badly to wipe the tears from Blaine's eyes, but knew better than to break the hold.
Jack cleared his throat, "If any person can show just cause why these two may not be joined together – let them speak now or forever hold their peace." He gave a ten second window to anyway who wished to deter – no one did.
"The rings?" Jack asked and watched as Hayden and Finn handed the men their rings. The rings were special, they appeared be just platinum bands, but inside is what made them special. Inside Kurt's ring, was Blaine's fingerprint from his left hand ring finger. On the inside of Blaine's ring, was the fingerprint from Kurt's left hand ring finger. "There was a last minute addition to the ceremony," Jack laughed slightly, "Both boys decided this morning that they wanted to say something to each other before their vows. Blaine, if you would please."
Blaine rubbed Kurt's fingers again, "There was darkness in my life for a long time and then there was light, and that light was you. Your love has given me wings, and our journey begins today. I pledge before this assembled company to be your husband from this day forward. Let us make of our two lives one life. I want you for today, tomorrow, and forever. I love you, Kurt Hummel."
Kurt took in a shaky breath before receiving another rub from Blaine, "I have dreamed my whole life of having someone as wonderful as you love me the way you do. I give myself to you as your husband, and I promise here, to treasure for all of my days, the love we celebrate today. Let us bring together our lives and find ourselves new each day."
Jack wiped at his eyes again and turned to Blaine, "Blaine Anderson, will you receive Kurt Hummel as your husband? Will you pledge to him your love, faith and tenderness, cherishing him with a husband's loyalty and devotion?"
"I will," Blaine says in a shaky voice, biting his lip, but not breaking eye contact with Kurt.
"Kurt Hummel, will you receive Blaine Anderson as your husband? Will you pledge to him your love, faith and tenderness, cherishing him with a husband's loyalty and devotion?"
"I will," Kurt's voice comes out stronger than he thought was possible, but the tears start pouring out of his eyes.
Jack nodded towards Blaine, who had been practicing the next part for weeks.
"I, Blaine Anderson, take you, Kurt Hummel, to be no other than yourself, in all the ways life may find us, tending you in sickness and rejoicing with you in health, as long as we both shall live." His eyes started welling up and he let the tears fall, allowing Kurt to wipe a few away.
Sniffles filled the room as everyone who hadn't already been crying, started.
"I, Kurt Hummel, take you, Blaine Anderson, to be no other than yourself, in all the ways life may find us, tending you in sickness and rejoicing with you in health, as long as we both shall live." His voice faded towards the end as he became too choked up. Blaine thumbed away as many tears as he could.
Jack put a hand on Blaine's shoulder. Blaine took in a deep breath, this was it, the last vow. "Do you Blaine Anderson, knowing this man's love for you and returning it, realizing his strengths and learning from them, recognizing his weaknesses and helping him to overcome them, take Kurt Hummel to be your lawfully wedded husband?"
Blaine looked into Kurt's eyes and for a moment everything was clear, "I do."
"Place the ring on his finger."
Blaine slid the ring onto Kurt's finger, grinning when it finally landed there. He brought the hand to his mouth, kissing it lightly. Kurt started crying again watching the motion.
Jack waited until they both composed themselves more, "Do you Kurt Hummel, knowing this man's love for you and returning it, realizing his strengths and learning from them, recognizing his weaknesses and helping him to overcome them, take Blaine Anderson to be your lawfully wedded husband?"
"I do, I really really do," Kurt said.
"Place the ring on his finger."
Kurt repeated Blaine's motions. Breathing deeply when he realized what the past few minutes mean.
"I now pronounce you husband and husband." He paused, "By all means, you may now kiss," Jack grinned.
Kurt leaned in first, cupping Blaine's face and kissing him gently, allowing Blaine to only slightly deepen the kiss. The sounds of cameras and flashes filled the room, but the boys only felt each other.
"I love you," Blaine whispered when they finally broke apart.
"I love you too, Blaine. You're my soul mate."
Jack allowed everyone to sit again before continuing on, "I now present to you Mr. and Mr. Anderson," Jack gave a little clap at the names.
Blaine and Kurt walked down the aisle, with everyone throwing rose petals at them as they retreated. They had pictures and had to meet all of their guests, but for a moment they were together, alone, outside of the room. Blaine pulled Kurt in for another kiss, this one deeper and meant only for them. "We're married," he said huskily, leaning his forehead against Kurt's.
"We are. I'm officially Kurt Anderson." Kurt smiled at the thought.
"I don't mean to be a party pooper, but you still have to sign papers for that." Blaine gave him a lopsided grin.
"I already did, two weeks ago. I was officially Kurt Anderson three days ago." Kurt grinned, kissing Blaine again.
"You are my everything." Blaine whispered before the stampeded of people came through to meet the wedding party that had gathered while the boys were talking.
Reception
"Ladies and Gentleman, I am proud to announce, Mr. Blaine Anderson and Mr. Kurt Anderson!" Burt yelled into the microphone. Blaine and Kurt walked through the doors, smiling and waving at their friends. While they had some time to themselves, they had shared a bottle of champagne or three and were both floating on air from their love and alcohol.
Everyone greeted them and they all sat down to dinner. Kurt and Blaine took turns feeding each other while Hayden and Finn sat there awkwardly. Neither had a date for the evening. Finn spent most of his time feeding his green beans to Abu.
The dinner passed quickly and before they knew it, Rachel Berry stepped up to the microphone, "Ladies and Gentleman, I would ask you to all please sit while the grooms have their first dance as husbands." Rachel waited until everyone sat before starting her rendition of the song.
I've seen the storm clouds in your past
But rest assured 'cause you are safe
at home at last
I rescued you, you rescued me
And we're right where we should be
when we're together
Blaine pulled Kurt onto the dance floor, and amid the flashes they started dancing, quickly getting lost once again in each other.
I know the questions in your mind
But go ahead and ask me one more time
You'll find the answer's still the same
It won't change from day to day
for worse or better
Will I promise to be your best friend
And am I here until the end
Can I be sure I have been waiting for you
And did I say my love is true
Baby I will, I am, I can, I have, I do
Jack Sr. and Angela joined them on the dance floor, moving slowly to the music.
I know the time will disappear
But this love we're building on will always be here
No way that this is sinking sand
On this solid rock we'll stand forever
Jack Jr. and Catherine were next. They started dancing near the couple, with Jack beaming proudly at his son.
Will I promise to be your best friend
And am I here until the end
Can I be sure I have been waiting for you
And did I say my love is true
Baby I will, I am, I can, I have, I do
Burt and Carole finally joined them at last, and all four couples danced together.
On the other side of the room, Brittany leaned up against the bar, flirting with Hayden. She kept complimenting her dress, her eyes, and her humor. Brittany seemed to really be interested in Hayden. When Santana saw this, she immediately walked over to the two girls.
Baby I will, I am, I can, I have
Oh, I will, I am, I can, I have
Baby I will, I am, I can, I have, I do
Blaine and Kurt were wrapped up in each other and didn't even realize when the song changed. They continued swaying, locked in each other's eyes. "I love you," Kurt said for the thousandth time that day.
"And I love you," Blaine twirled Kurt and leaned him down, dipping him near to the ground and kissing him. Everyone yelled and cheered for the couple.
Santana pulled Hayden out of the room, "What are you doing? Stop flirting with her!"
Hayden frowned, "Don't worry, I doubt she'd choose me over you now that she knows your interested."
Santana shook her head, "I don't want her, Hayden. I want you!" Santana leaned in and kissed Hayden, who tensed for a moment before relaxing into the kiss.
Kurt and Blaine danced the entire night. They danced with each other, friends, family, and even people that they didn't know well. But they always came back to each other, and realized that for once, all the stupid fights, the people who got in the way, and every disagreement, was gone. For now they were together, they were strong, and they were in love.
They sat for a moment near the end, and just watched all of their friends and family dancing and having a great time. Blaine looked over to Kurt and smiled softly, "I can't believe you're officially mine forever. I love you."
Kurt Anderson loved his life.
The End. (But to be continued!)
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