Chapter 9: This means a lot to me, Blaine.

Kurt and Blaine had both come back from their trip to the coffee shop and ignored their boyfriends for the rest of the day and weekend that followed. Kurt was laid on the floor in his room doodling some fashion designs that incorporated his own wardrobe. He had his iPod on as loud as it would go listening to Sugarland's new album. He'd never admit it to anyone but he was quite a fan of this new country/pop genre that was becoming ever more popular.

"I can be an incredible machine.
Made of blood and love and hope and lust and steel."

Kurt sang and squeaked loudly as someone gently touched his shoulder. He pulled one of his earphones out and turned to find Blaine smirking playfully at him.
"Kurtsie. I shouted you like 5 times and you didn't answer. Nice song though." He added then winked playfully as Kurt struggled to sit up, scowling as his cast made it much more difficult.
"Sorry Blainers. I was working on some outfit stuff and listening to some music so I didn't hear. What seems to be your problem?" he asked as he took in Blaine's slightly dishevelled look and the snowflakes that were rapidly melting in his hair. He looked kind of sexy with his cheeks flushed with color and his scarf pulled tightly around his neck.
"As you know it's only a few days until Christmas."
"3 to be precise."
"Yes, well. Emily is coming over by taxi to come and give me her Christmas present to me. She keeps asking for a McQueen scarf and I couldn't find any on the internet and you're the only person I know who could help. You will help right?" The lead warbler asked without taking a breath, one hand on Kurt's blazer, tugging it childishly.
"Right, well, yes. I can help you but I still can't drive so I'll need you to drive me to the mall." He said as he mentally thought of the best place to buy a nice McQueen scarf that wouldn't set him back so much of a fortune. There was this little shop tucked away down the far side of the food court that Kurt loved and he was pretty certain that they'd have some in stock and give their best customer a discount.
"Lets go then." Blaine said and grabbed Kurt's crutches from the side. "Do you still need someone to drive you to get the cast off on Boxing Day?"He asked as Kurt straightened his tie and let Blaine hoist him to his feet. The counter tenor nodded and grabbed his own scarf and hat, securing them tightly. "Cool, I'll take you." Blaine replied and led Kurt out to his car, one arm wrapped tightly around his waist so if he would slip then it wouldn't break his other leg.

"I think Emily would like this purple starry one *. It's like mine and she seemed to love that." He said and held it up to admire it and the way it was made. He giggled slightly as Blaine nodded in baffled agreement and took it to the cashier, getting out his credit card and hoping it would not make too much of a dent. Kurt hopped over and was greeted warmly by the well dressed young man who was taking the money.
"How's my favorite customer? Ooh and this must be Blaine that I've heard so much about." The man said and Kurt nodded happily and his hand went around Blaine's waist again as he let go of one of the crutches to shake the man's hand.
"You think you could hook me up with that 20% again and I can be your personal shopper again like last time?" The fashionista asked the man and batted his eyelashes flirtatiously. Blaine was pretty sure that no-one could resist Kurt when he gave them that look. He was proved right when the young man nodded enthusiastically and scanned the barcode, applying a discount and then smiling as he gave Blaine the receipt and put the scarf in a box then gift wrapped it.

"I suppose you'll let me by you lunch because you helped to make me the best brother in history, right?" The shorter teen asked as they walked closely together through the food court.
"I'm in the mood for Italian." Kurt remarked after he pondered the question and then steered Blaine to his favorite Italian restaurant. "I know I watch my diet but its nearly Christmas and I really fancy some pizza and garlic bread." Blaine laughed and nodded, informing the waitress that they would like a table for two. They both blushed when they were led to a candlelit booth in the corner that held a single red rose in a vase as the table decoration. He raised a hand and gently brushed the other teen's rosy cheeks and smiled fondly.
"You still look cute when you blush." Blaine said and it took him back to a conversation they'd had back in summer when they'd gone on an 'adventure' and Kurt had decided he hated the countryside.

"Look Kurt I know you hate the countryside and the outdoors but this stream is so cute at this time of year, I love it and because you're my best friend then you have to come with me." Blaine whined as Kurt fought his way through the overgrown plants and the thorns that caught in his clothing. He'd agreed to this stupid 'adventure' because he'd had an argument with his father who said he needed to get out and live a little. The only good thing to come from this excursion so far was the fact that Blaine kept their hands linked together as he led him through the overgrown pathways. "Now close your eyes. I mean it. I'll be checking." He told him and Kurt obeyed, shutting his eyes tightly and giving a surprised squeal when Blaine took him by the waist and guided him forwards towards the sound of running water.

When Kurt was allowed to open his eyes he did so and took a deep breath as he took in the beauty of the scenery around them. There was a waterfall directly in front of them that led to a small clear lake. The water cascaded down the rocks in a therapeutic way and he could finally see the attraction. Blaine led him down a small path that revealed a small sandy area before the water. It was their own private beach. He'd promised to take Kurt somewhere that he could relax because he had been pretty stressed out lately with the warblers practice and his exams. "Oh and I hid a picnic down here earlier, I hope nothing's got it." He said and looked behind one of the larger trees by the water that provided enough shade for them to be comfortable on the hot summers day. Kurt helped Blaine lay down the black and white checked blanket on the sand and set down the basket. He sat close to Blaine and was delighted when he saw that he had included a lot of his favorite, but onscure, foods. Kurt leant close to his companion and rested his head in his neck and nuzzled it there briefly.
"Thanks for this Blaine. It really means a lot." He'd whispered then kissed his neck once. Kurt smiled when he saw Blaine blush red and he did so too when he reached down and ran his calloused finger over the younger boys lip.
"You look cute when you blush." Blaine had mumbled quietly.

"Earth to Kurt. This lovely lady would like to take our drinks order." Blaine said and laughed when his friend was finally snapped from his daydream.
"Sorry, I'll just have an ice cold mineral water please."
"Make that two." Blaine said and continued to peruse the menu with a smile. "What were you thinking about a minute ago? You seemed to be daydreaming about something happy."
"Oh." Kurt said abruptly and turned away to blush guiltily. "I was just thinking about that picnic we had in the summer and we ended up getting in trouble with Wes and Dave because you pushed me in the stream and I ended up dragging you in too. He was so angry when we turned up in those Dalton sweats to the warbler's rehearsal because our uniforms were at dry cleaning." He reminisced happily then giggled thinking about the look on everyone's faces when they'd explained what had happened.

"We'll just get a side order of garlic bread and a medium margarita pizza please." Blaine told the polite waitress when she returned with their drinks and gathered their menus up. They talked about menial things, but both boys could tell that they were avoiding the sore subject of boyfriends. Neither one had had contact with theirs today nor did they really care. Blaine moved around to sit beside Kurt and giggled quietly when Kurt declared that he had changed his mind and that the amount of calories he would be consuming was preposterous.
"Kurtsie. Come on. Do it for your Blainers." He tried and then picked up a slice and held it in front of Kurt's mouth, edging the piece forward until Kurt finally gave in with a sigh and took a bite of it. His expression immediately changed to one of pleasure and Blaine smirked triumph before taking a bite of the same piece himself.
"Definitely the best pizza ever." Kurt said when his mouth was empty and he'd taken a sip of his water. Almost an hour had passed and Blaine was waiting on a chocolate fudge cake that he'd convinced Kurt that he had to try. "You'll make me fat." Kurt had protested but he had cut him down with a simple "you'll always be perfect regardless of your weight or looks."
"Listen to me Anderson. Your charm will only get you so far in life." The fashionista grumbled and unwillingly took a bite of the decadent cake that was being offered to him. The other boy was not prepared for the noise of pure pleasure that Kurt made and he looked at him, slightly mortified as the noise went straight to his groin.

Neither of the boys were prepared for what they saw when they had just paid the bill and were leaving. They saw Scott and Dylan across the restaurant, hands clasped together over the table and they were leant close to one another across the table. Blaine couldn't be happier as he watched Kurt's gaze turn to horror. Of course he hated to see him hurting but maybe this was the kind of thing that Kurt needed to break up with Dylan. It also gave him an excuse to break up with Scott. The taller boy's eyes darkened dangerously as he stormed over to their table.

A/N: Newest chapter, could you guys possibly review and let me know whether any of you are still reading so I know whether to continue. I had major writers block but I seem to be over that now. I now have an artist page on facebook where you guys can contact me with ideas and see my latest musical covers and musings. (nomistake123 on youtube and my facebook page is linked on my profile on here).

Half way through mtaf's new chapter and the first chapter for a collab that I'm way excited for!

* I'll do a cover of your choice and dedicate it to whomever gets the reference here ;)

Songs used:

Incredible Machine – Sugarland

Next time: Kurt has to deal with what he's just seen and you'll never guess what he does to Dylan in the restaurant. ;)