The Reason Chapter 18, a glee fanfic

Chapter 18: Persistence

Sebastian usually woke up before me, but after what happened last night, I wouldn't blame him if he slept all day. It was still early, maybe 6 or 7, but I couldn't sleep thinking about how much abuse Sebastian must have suffered in silence. It wasn't fair. He didn't deserve any of that. I quickly reached for my phone when it went off, hoping that Sebastian didn't wake up from the noise.

Blainey! What are you doing today? –Brittany

I'm not sure Britt. Sebastian is still sleeping so we haven't talked about it. –Blaine

Come to open mic night at Bread Stix! The whole gang is going. –Brittany

That sounds great :) –Blaine

Okay! By any chance have you seen Lord Tubbington? –Brittany

Sorry hun, can't say I have. Did he run away? Wait, why are you up so early? –Blaine

I'm pretty sure he stopped taking his feline depression medication. He never learns. I heard him open the window and jump and the noise woke me up. When I looked down, he wasn't there. I need to go find him! –Brittany

Wait…what? Whatever, no matter how hard she tried explaining I doubt I would understand.

Good luck! –Blaine

I propped myself up on my elbow so I could have a better look at Sebastian as I ran my fingers through his hair. I wish he could stay like this forever; peaceful…happy.

But of course, that wouldn't happen. The door slammed open and in came a stumbling, drunk, Hunter. "Sebastian! Let's make out! You're so hot!"

Hunter was the definition of a sloppy drunk. He walked in grabbing onto everything in hopes of not following down; his clothes were a mess. Hold on…Did he just ask my boyfriend to make out?

Sebastian rustled in his sleep. "Shut up Hunter." He turned over so that he was facing me, but he didn't open his eyes, cuddling me and finding that spot he always loved to sleep in.

"Oh c'mon! You used to always be down for a good time, you suck now." Hunter said throwing himself on his bed so that he was lying on his stomach.

"How is it that you're just getting home? How are you not dead." Sebastian asked.

"I'm pretty sure I slept outside, but I still feel drunk. Last night was amazing. You should have come. I would have definitely let you fuck me."

Sebastian scooted in closer to me. "Maybe next time." He said before he kissed my chest. "You do realize my boyfriend is here right?" Hunter shot up.

"Blaine?! Hey buddy what're you doing here!" He said waving at me. I could faintly see him seeing as the sun was just about to rise.

"Hi Hunter. Not really liking the way you're trying to get into my boyfriends pants."

"Please, you know Sebastian won't turn down a quickie. How about we share him?" If there's one thing that Hunter didn't have when he was drunk, it's a filter.

"Or, how about you come snuggle with me so we can let grumpy there sleep? How about it cutie?" Sebastian picked up a pillow and chucked it hard enough to cause Hunters head to fly back. "OW! What the hell." He said grabbing his face.

"Hunter, how about you shut up before I kick your ass." Sebastian wrapped his arm around me and put his leg in between mine. Despite Sebastian not opening his eyes once and sounded groggy, his words managed to be menacing.

"You two are so boring." Hunter said before throwing the pillow back to our bed. Not that I doubted Sebastian, but what if Hunter realized that he can't get with me and decided to try his luck with Sebastian….

That's when I heard Hunter start vomiting. "Are you fucking kidding me?" Sebastian said, letting go of me and standing up. He walked into the bathroom and came out with the trashcan. Sebastian sat down next to Hunter and was rubbing his back holding the bucket to his face.

When Hunter was done vomiting the last contents of his stomach, he wiped his mouth and rested his head on Sebastian's shoulder. He tilted his head to look at Sebastian, to which he reacted by moving his head away. Vomit Breath.

"You should kiss me." Hunter mumbled.

"Uhm. Hello? Still here." I said, sitting up so I could rest my back against the wall.

Hunter extended his arm towards me, holding out his hand. "Threesome?" He asked.

"You're ballsy Hunter, I'll give you that." Hunter laughed. Sebastian stood up, helped him lie down and threw a blanket over him.

"I'll be right back." Sebastian walked out of the room in nothing but his boxers.

"Come here. I won't tell Sebastian." Hunter said, turning his head to look at me.

"Wow. Just…you're out there, you know that?"

"I won't give up on you. You get that right?"

"Hunter, Sebastian and I are happy. You need to back off."

"Don't worry. It's all part of my plan. You will be mine Blaine."

"Plan? What plan?"

"You'll see."

Sebastian walked in with a glass of water and walked to his desk to pull out some ibuprofen. He walked over to Hunter, but what I didn't expect was Sebastian to spill the water on Hunters face.

"What the hell?!" Hunter said, sitting up and coughing.

"And that's for you trying to split us up." Sebastian threw the pills at him before walking to the bed and sliding under the covers before wrapping his arms around me. He leaned down to place a kiss on my head before hugging me tightly.

"I hate you." Hunter said.

"Yeah, yeah." Sebastian responded.

"So are you going to sing tonight?" I asked as we got out of the car.

"Well, I wasn't planning on it. But who knows, maybe if I find my muse." Sebastian said squeezing my hand.

"I know I ask you this every time, but are you sure your comfortable hanging out with my friends?"

"I don't mind. They seem to be warming up to me after all." I smiled, knowing that it was true. My friends had slowly but surely started accepting Sebastian.

As we walked in through the doors, I saw that we were the last one of the group to show up. We were barely in there for a few seconds before Tina, Sam, and Brittany came running up to us.

"Sebastian! Blaine!" They all said together.

"Hey guys!"

"Hi everyone." Sebastian said.

After greeting everyone, they brought us to a table so that we could sit with them.

"So, whose performed already?" Sebastian asked.

"Jake and Ryder did a duet, but that's it. Marley is up next."

"Blaine, you're singing with Tina and I." Britt said.

"Sounds good to me." We all turned our attention to Marley who was killing her song. She might have song Everytime better than Brittney Spears herself.

When Marley finished her song, everyone was on their feet cheering and chanting her name. She was amazing; there was no denying it.

Sam got off of his seat to run up to the mic, "And up next, say hello to the seniors Blaine, Tina, and Brittany!" I kissed Sebastian quickly before making our way up to the stage.

"I'm pretty sure no one needs to know who this is for." I said, winking at Sebastian.

We decided to sing Where Have You Been All My Life by Rihanna. Everybody was on their feet by the time the first verse was over, dancing and singing along with us. When the song ended, I made sure that Brittany and Tina got the spotlight. Usually, they were the unsung heroes, but if you asked me, it was about time that changed.

Tina and I made our way off the stage, but Britt grabbed the mic. "As many of you know, my favorite song is 'My Headband' by Rachel Berry. She inspired me to write my own song, so I hope you all enjoy. The song is called 'My Cup'." Britt waved for Artie to come over.

Sebastian looked over at me. "My Cup?" I just shook my head. Leave it to Brittany to sing about a cup.

I got you in the palm of my hand

Wanna put somethin' hot in you

So hot that you can't stand (that you can't stand)

Gonna take you to my lips

Empty out every last drop

So thirsty for what's in you, baby

That I can't stop (That I can't stop)

In the middle of the night, I'm in bed alone

Don't care if you're glass, paper, styrofoam

When I need some water, baby, coffee or gin

You're the only thing, I wanna put them in

My cup, my cup

Sayin' what's up to my cup, my cup

More of a friend than a silly pup, my cup

You know what it is

I'm sayin' what's up to my cup (Ahh)

Sebastian had his hand over his mouth trying so hard to hold back his laugh while everyone else just looked at her in silence. After Sebastian had his laughter under control he stood up and started cheering for her. Everyone else started clapping, but it was obvious that they were all trying to not laugh at her.

"So, what did you guys think?" She said as she came to sit down.

"Wait, so that entire song was about a cup?" Tina asked.

"Yeah. That's why it's called 'My Cup'…I seriously need smarter friends." She said rolling her eyes.

"Well, I for one thought you were incredible Britt." Sebastian said.

"I knew you would Sebby! That's why you're my favorite." I looked at Britt and pouted. I thought I was her favorite. "Blaine, you know you're a close second." Britt said. Sebastian looked over and stuck his tongue out at me as I glared at him.

"Why don't you go next!" Tina asked Sebastian.

"I think I'll pass. Maybe later."

"No! Now! For me?" Britt asked.

"Not fair!" Sebastian said, but before he could say no, Sam was back at the mic, introducing Sebastian. Sebastian groaned, but was dragged by Britt onto the stage.

Sebastian took a deep breathe before introducing his song. "Hey everyone. So, an amazing person once told me that when you don't have the right words to say, you should sing about it, so, that's what I'll be doing for you tonight." Everyone clapped for Sebastian before he turned to look at me. "Listen carefully, because I mean every word." When he began singing, it felt as if the world was silent and the only thing I could hear was Sebastian singing to me.

When the days are cold

And the cards all fold

And the saints we see

Are all made of gold

When your dreams all fail

And the ones we hail

Are the worst of all

And the blood's run stale

I want to hide the truth

I want to shelter you

But with the beast inside

There's nowhere we can hide

No matter what we breed

We still are made of greed

This is my kingdom come

When you feel my heat

Look into my eyes

It's where my demons hide

Don't get too close

It's dark inside

It's where my demons hide

I'm not sure at what point the tears started falling from my eyes, but at that moment I felt as if Sebastian was letting me see into his soul…allowing me to understand him. Sam and Tina looked over to me as Britt rested her head in my shoulder. At that single moment, everyone finally understood Sebastian. Understood that there was more to him than he let on.

When the curtain's call

Is the last of all

When the lights fade out

All the sinners crawl

So they dug your grave

And the masquerade

Will come calling out

At the mess you made

Don't want to let you down

But I am hell bound

Though this is all for you

Don't want to hide the truth

No matter what we breed

We still are made of greed

This is my kingdom come

When you feel my heat

Look into my eyes

It's where my demons hide

Don't get too close

It's dark inside

It's where my demons hide

They say it's what you make

I say it's up to fate

It's woven in my soul

I need to let you go

Your eyes, they shine so bright

I want to save their light

I can't escape this now

Unless you show me how

When you feel my heat

Look into my eyes

It's where my demons hide

Don't get too close

It's dark inside

It's where my demons hide

When Sebastian finished, everyone was silent. Sebastian seemed to snap out of a trance he was in, scratching his head realizing that everyone was looking at him.

"S-sorry. I-I didn't mean to ruin the mood." Everyone in the room, even the guys were holding back their tears. Sebastian never really understood how to read peoples emotions; there he was apologizing, not realizing that everyone was silent, not because they didn't like it, but because how beautiful and how sincere he sang that song. Everyone got on their feet and was clapping as they walked over to him.

It was funny watching Sebastian's reaction. Everyone surrounded him and brought him into a group hug, to which he reacted by tensing up…a confused look on his face. I stood up and he looked to me as I sent him a kiss. He smiled, a tender smile that I had never seen on him before. It felt like a movie; surrounded by people, yet it felt like it was just us.

When everyone finally let go of Sebastian, he walked over to me and I brought him in for a hug. "What did I tell you? We're huggers." Sebastian laughed as he pulled away.

"So, what did you think?"

"Perfect. You're perfect." I said, sitting back down at our table.

"Would it be inappropriate to beg you to transfer to McKinley?" Sam asked. Sebastian laughed, looking away. Was he embarrassed? I loved seeing this side of Sebastian, and now he was opening up to everyone else as well.

"If you don't, I hope you don't get a solo at regionals. We have some serious trouble on our hands." Tina said.

"The New Directions have some seriously talented members as well. Don't sell yourself too short. At least put up a fight before we destroy you at regionals." Sebastian said laughing.

Out of nowhere, we heard Kitty scream. "What the hell is that?" Everyone looked to Kitty as she jumped on her table.

"LORD TUBBINGTON!" Brittany yelled going to pick up her cat. "Don't you ever do that to me, ever! I was worried sick about you."

"Her…her cat is huge…" Sebastian said, raising an eyebrow. "What is it even doing here?"

"No idea…all I know is that he went missing this morning." I shrugged.

"Everyone, what do you say we move this party to my house? To celebrate the return of Lord Tubbington?" Britt said. Everyone cheered, agreeing that it was time to leave Bread Stix. The people who were there that weren't part of our group looked at us as if we were all idiots.

Somehow, the night had turned into a game of spin the bottle. I had a bad feeling that this would be like Rachel Berry's party all over again, not that I remembered much of that night either.

"My turn! My turn!" Tina said as she spun the bottle, which happened to land on Ryder. Everyone cheered as Tina and Ryder shared a kiss, lasting a little longer than usual probably fueled by the alcohol running through their systems.

"I'm telling Mike!" Sam said laughing as Tina slapped his arm.

"You're turn Marley! Marley! Marley! Marley!" Kitty said. Everyone cheered, knowing that Marley was not the type of girl who would jut kiss someone; she was too shy and sweet to do that. Marley wasn't drinking much that night, but it was obvious that she was a little tipsy.

Marley spun the bottle, and as luck would have it, it landed on Sebastian. Of course.

"No way…" I whispered to myself, looking over at Sebastian who had a smile on his face. He knew that Marley wanted this, and he knew exactly what this would do to her. We all started clapping, realizing that Sebastian was about to make Marley's dream come true.

"N-No I can't he's dati-" Marley began.

"The rules were established in the beginning! No one's dating right now!" Tina said, making sure to glare at Sam. Sebastian looked over to me as I nodded, allowing him to kiss her.

Marley and Sebastian leaned in close, her cheeks red and a smirk on Sebastian's face. Sebastian cupped her face, before pressing his lips against hers. The kiss was cute at first, gentle…innocent. Marley and Sebastian were getting pretty into it, her hands running through his hair. Before anyone knew what was happening, Marley pushed Sebastian down and was on top of him, fully making out.

"Woah…Woah okay there…." I said, staring down at the two on the floor making out. Sebastian opened his eyes to look at me, trying to budge Marley off, not wanting to be mean.

Marley snapped out of her daze and practically threw herself off of Sebastian. She put her hands over her mouth, realizing what she had just done. Her eyes were wide and her cheeks were bright red. Everyone laughed as Sebastian sat up straightening his shirt.

"Oh my god, I'm so sorry. Blai-" Marley started. This girl was beating herself up!

"Normally I would be upset, but… I can't be mad at you. Besides, Sebastian didn't stop you." I said punching Sebastian in the arm.

"Don't have to apologize to me Marley." He said, winking at her, making Marley cover her face completely, too embarrassed to look at him.

"Now look what you did." Sam said to Sebastian, who just shrugged his shoulders in return.

The party went by smoothly. No one argued, no one got hit, no one ended up puking everywhere. It was overall a really good night. After a couple more spins of the bottle and witnessing awkward kisses, Sebastian and I decided it was time for us to head out. After saying our goodbyes, we made our way out. Neither of us drank that night, anticipating the long drive back to Dalton.

"Are you sure you don't want to go back to your house?" Sebastian asked.

"My parents are gone, and the only one their is Cooper. I'd rather not have to deal with Cooper's quest to constantly embarrass me when I'm with you." I said rolling my eyes.

Sebastian held my hand as we drove back to Dalton. Luckily, Hunter had texted Sebastian earlier telling him he would be spending the night at his friends. I had a feeling we wouldn't be sleeping a lot tonight.