Two Steps Beyond

Part 58

Leaving the Andersons on Sunday evening was not something any of them wanted to do. But Blaine and Cooper also knew fighting their Mom on the topic was pointless. The only reasonable compromise they could come up with was the promise of daily phone calls. Phone calls that Mrs. Anderson knew were going to happen more than once a day.

After arriving at the airport, Blaine and Sebastian got to witness Lexi and Cooper saying goodbye which honestly broke both of their hearts a bit. It was clear to anyone around that Cooper didn't want to be going in the opposite direction of his family. After a bit, Blaine and Sebastian lost track of the amount of times Cooper told them to look out for his family. As he headed for his terminal, Blaine and Sebastian each put an arm around Lexi, who was holding it together the best she could. Once they were settled at the gate, Blaine kept an eye on Jocelyn and Braeden while Lexi cried in Sebastian's arms.

It was probably for the best that they were all flying home together, because once Lexi was done crying she was utterly exhausted. Blaine and Sebastian realized that out of all of them, Lexi had probably gotten the least sleep of any of them during the past few days. So once they were settled on the plane, Blaine and Sebastian took responsibility for Braeden and Jocelyn and convinced Lexi to get some sleep. They were both thrilled that she didn't fight them on it. Upon their arrival back in New York, Blaine and Sebastian accompanied Lexi and the kids' home and made sure they were settled before heading home themselves.

Once they were inside the apartment, Sebastian took their bags to their room while Blaine went to find them something to eat. By the time Sebastian joined Blaine in the living room he was surprised to find two plates of food on the table. "That was quick; I was expecting a bowl of popcorn or something."

"Luckily for us, we ordered takeout Thursday night." Blaine replied once Sebastian sat down next to him. "When you're at practice tomorrow I'll go to the store."

"Speaking of practice, it's going to run longer."

"How much longer?"

"Till noon, but we start an hour later."

"So the chances of me waking up to an empty bed are a bit slimmer."

"Yes, if you want to get up early. I would never object to spending time with you before I have to practice. And before you say anything, I do not just want to spend time with you in the carnal sense."

"Though, you wouldn't object if it was."

"Never, just like you wouldn't object."

By the time they'd finished eating; they just left the plates on the coffee table and got comfortable on the couch. "Your Mom was in rare form when we left."

"You could say that again. She's clearly drugged up otherwise she wouldn't have mentioned catching us making out in the pool."

"Like your Dad said, at least we were clothed."

"Barely."

"I want to ask you something, but you can tell me it's none of my business and I'll respect that."

"Alright, what do you want to know?"

"What was going on between you and Cooper down by the pool Saturday night?"

"I was wondering when you were going to ask about that." Blaine replied while getting up from his spot lying down on the couch so he was sitting next to Sebastian. "The beginning of the conversation was about my Mom."

"And the end?"

"About mine and Coop's relationship."

"What about it?"

"That I'm afraid of being left behind again."

"What did he say?"

"He told me it wouldn't happen. He then proceeded to apologize once more for everything that happened between us."

"Do you believe him?"

"I do. So hopefully now that he and I have talked I won't be freaking out on you anymore."

"It's okay if you do; I know things don't just fix themselves overnight."

"I appreciate that. Just as I appreciate everything you did for me these past few days."

"I didn't do anything special."

"You did more than you realize Bas."

"I held you; I listened, and made quite a few sexual innuendos."

"And all those things were just what I needed. The fact that you didn't really coddle me meant a lot."

"I didn't need to, Lexi did."

"And it felt right coming from her, it wouldn't have been you. And before you get offended, it's not that you aren't loving and caring because you are."

"What she did was a very Mom thing to do."

"Exactly. I'm so happy you get that because I had no clue how to explain it."

"I totally get it."

"Good." After Blaine spoke Sebastian noticed a change in Blaine's expression.

"What is it B?"

"Well, I was thinking about what we were talking about Saturday before we got interrupted by my Dad."

"Do you want some attention this evening?" Sebastian asked, his voice deeper than it was just previously as he began to caress Blaine's thigh. The way Blaine's legs effortlessly fell apart Sebastian knew exactly what Blaine wanted. Once his hand moved higher, his fingers grazed over the growing bulge in Blaine's pants. "What do you want B?" Sebastian whispered into his ear, before nipping at the lobe. When Blaine had yet to answer, Sebastian applied a bit more pressure and watched as Blaine's eyes fluttered shut while he bit his lower lip. Once the slightest of moans started to escape Blaine's lips, Sebastian stilled his hand before leaning in close once again. "Say it B." He said before moving his hand ever so slightly.

The sound of Sebastian's voice sent chills through Blaine's body and caused him to buck up into Sebastian's hand. "Please Bas."

"All you have to do is tell me what you want B. I'll do anything you ask." Sebastian practically purred into his ear. As much fun as he was having, hearing the affect he was having on Blaine was clearly affecting Sebastian as well. Considering everything they'd done, Sebastian still found it endearing how shy Blaine could be in asking for what he wanted. Though, that shyness would disappear when they were in the passion of the moment. That was the only time Blaine had no trouble asking for what he wanted or needed.

"Bas…I…I want…you…to….your mouth…" Blaine's words were getting so staggered and breathless that Sebastian was afraid Blaine was going to climax before they even had any true fun. So while Blaine tried to calm himself Sebastian carefully undid Blaine's pants while starting to kiss his neck.

"Where do you want my mouth B?" By this point Blaine's pants were undone and Sebastian had slid his hand into Blaine's boxers. From the dampness of the boxers, Sebastian was careful not to brush his hand over the tip of Blaine's cock knowing it just might send him over the edge.

"C…c…cock." Once the word finally left Blaine's lips, Sebastian looked at him; Blaine's eyes were completely dilated. "Please Bas." That was all Blaine needed to say and Sebastian moved himself off of the couch and onto the floor. After settling himself between Blaine's legs, he removed his hand just long enough to pull Blaine's pants and boxers down. Blaine didn't even have the chance to kick his clothes off that were pooled around his ankles when he felt Sebastian's tongue swirl around the tip, lapping up every drop of pre-cum.

With one hand in Sebastian's hair he felt Sebastian's tongue run along the vein on the underside before going around the tip once more. "You're gorgeous like this B." That's all Sebastian said before he took Blaine entirely into his mouth. Blaine had always been thankful Sebastian could deep throat but in that moment he was honestly grateful. More than once Sebastian had to still Blaine's hips as he kept bringing him right to the edge before slowly taking him back down. What Sebastian was doing to Blaine was pure, glorious, torture and he wouldn't have it any other way. It wasn't till Sebastian willingly let Blaine start to control his movements did he know he'd finally get his release.

With a jerk of his hips, Blaine let go and Sebastian continue his ministrations till Blaine rode out his orgasm. Once he felt Blaine's entire body begin to shudder beneath him Sebastian finally released him from his mouth, a wicked grin on his face, before swirling his tongue around the tip one last time. "You're incredible Bas." Blaine's voice was completely spent at this point after how vocal he'd been.

"Glad you approve." Sebastian replied while slowly moving up Blaine's body, before kissing him. Considering how much Sebastian wanted Blaine at that moment, the kiss was rather gentle. As Blaine's tongue slid into Sebastian's mouth he enjoyed the taste of himself on Sebastian's tongue. With his hands braced on the back of the couch, Sebastian was thankful for the support when Blaine palmed him through his jeans while they kissed, causing Sebastian to moan loudly into the kiss. It was obvious this was only the beginning of their night.

If there was ever a morning Sebastian was thankful to be able to sleep in, even just a little bit longer, it was this one. He and Blaine stayed up much later than either had realized, but neither regretted it. The only thing Sebastian reminded him of before they went to bed was that he was definitely taking a nap once practice was over to which Blaine had no problems with. Sebastian had just sat up in bed when rolled over. "Morning."

"Morning yourself, go back to sleep."

"Why should I get to sleep when you have to get up?" Blaine said while slowly sitting up in bed.

"That's sweet B, but seriously go back to sleep."

"Sorry, not going to happen. Are you going to take a shower before you go?"

"Yes, why want to join me?"

"If you wouldn't mind."

"Not at all, though we need to behave. Practice is going to be long enough as it is."

"Sorry."

"Don't be, I'm not." Sebastian said before leaning over and giving Blaine a kiss before getting out of bed. "Don't keep me waiting."

After seeing Sebastian off to practice Blaine headed straight for the piano and got back to work. As much as Blaine wanted to stay in Ohio with his Mom, he was happy to be back home. Being home meant everything was going to be alright. It was like his Mom said, they can't dwell on what happened, they need to move forward. And if that was the mindset she had, her boys knew it was the one they needed to adopt no matter how hard it might be.

It was shortly after nine when the doorbell rang. Blaine begrudgingly got up from the piano and went to get it. He couldn't help wonder who it was since he'd already spoken to Jeff that morning and they weren't going to be coming by until later that afternoon, after Sebastian was home and had gotten a nap. Upon opening the door he was surprised to see Walter standing there. "Morning Walter, come on in."

"Morning Mr. Anderson."

"What can I do for you?"

"These arrived for you and Mr. Smythe this morning while the others arrived this weekend while you were gone. Since it was before eight, I signed for them unsure of whether or not you were up. And I already knew Mr. Smythe left for the day."

"I greatly appreciate that." Blaine said while taking the pile of envelopes from him. Blaine was thankful that he had his wallet on him and tried to tip Walter, but he refused and reminded him that it was part of his job. Once Walter left Blaine took a closer look at the envelopes in hand. Each one was addressed to him and Sebastian in some of the nicest calligraphy he'd ever seen. He was tempted to open them, but decided to refrain until Sebastian came home.

He'd just gotten back to work when his phone rang with a call from Nick. "Morning."

"Hey, welcome back."

"Thank you."

"How's your Mom?"

"Happy to be home and basically in one piece."

"I can only imagine. My Dad said she was really lucky."

"From what I heard about the damage to the SUV he's right. So, what do I owe the honor of a call this morning since I know you guys are coming by later?"

"Did you and Seb get invitations delivered this morning?" Well, at Nick's word Blaine now knew the top two envelopes were invitations.

"Walter actually just dropped off a stack of envelopes addressed to Bas and I. Said some were delivered this weekend while two were delivered this morning. What are the invitations to?"

"A gala at the Museum of Modern Art."

"Excuse me?"

"My thoughts exactly. I called my Mom this morning to ask her about it and she wasn't too surprised considering her and my Dad go to these types to things. What she was surprised about is that the invitations weren't addressed to her or my Dad, they were addressed to me and Jeff."

"Can you describe the envelope the invitation came in so I know which one to open because I was going to wait till Bas got home?" Once Nick finished the description, Blaine knew which one it was. After he opened it he had to pause because he was as confused about things as Nick was. "We got the same one and well, I don't know why either. But I think I know someone who might be able to give us an answer."

"Who?"

"Lexi. So, let me give her a call and then I'll get back to you. Sound good?"

"That works for me, because Jeff and I would like to know what to make of these before we tell the girls."

"That makes sense. I'll give you a call after I talk with Lexi."

Once Blaine got off the phone with Nick he looked at the pile in front of him. There was no way all of these were invitations, were they? Knowing he wasn't going to get any more work done that morning he put his music away before sending Lexi a text asking if she was free. It didn't come as much of a surprise to Blaine that she said she was rather busy, but if he needed to talk he was more than welcome to come by. So after changing out of the clothes he'd been wearing into something more appropriate, he grabbed the invitation and headed over to Lexi and Cooper's. On his way, Blaine sent Sebastian a quick text telling him where he was in case practice let out early so Sebastian would know where he could find him.

When he walked into the house he noticed a pile of mail on the table in the foyer. And after a quick glance he saw all the same envelopes that had been sent to him and Sebastian. "Lexi!"

"I'm upstairs." She called out. Considering how quickly she answered, Blaine knew she must be in the family room. "Hey, didn't expect to see you this morning, what's going on?" She asked from her spot on the couch. The twins were in their swings while Lexi had her laptop open.

"I had a question, but it looks like you're working"

"Blaine, ask away, I multi-task much better in person than on the phone. I didn't want to talk on the phone mainly because it's hard to balance it if Jocelyn or Braeden need me."

"Okay. What's with the gala invite?"

"Which one?"

"The one at the Museum of Modern Art."

"I'm guessing Bas isn't home."

"No, he's at practice and will be till noon. Why?"

"The invite wouldn't have surprised him. You and Bas are basically making your society debuts."

"Excuse me?"

"I know, it's weird, took me awhile to get used to as well. But basically now that you two are living out here you're going to be getting invitations to lots of parties, balls, galas. They're all basically the same thing."

"Why?"

"Part of it comes from mine and Bas's upbringing, mainly our grandparents."

"Okay. Then answer this, why did Nick and Jeff get invitations?"

"They received them because Nick's parents are on the invite list. And since they aren't in the city it was only appropriate to invite Nick." When Blaine went to speak again, Lexi raised her hand for him to let her finish. "Jeff received one because well, it was only appropriate. And after checking the records his parents have actually attended on more than one occasion."

"And how do you know this?"

"That's because I helped plan it this year. You should be happy you guys get to start with these. The first one I attended was the Met Gala. Talk about getting blown away."

"Alright, what are the other invitations to?"

"I'd guess at least one of them is for Fashion Week. And don't even ask me why you'd be getting that one because it's self-explanatory."

"Now, are these things we're expected to attend?"

"There are certain ones you need to attend while others are more about being seen."

"Need to attend?" Once Blaine asked his question Lexi grabbed her phone from next to her. "What are you doing?"

"Sending my brother a text to come over once he's done with practice, because if I'm going to explain all of this I'd prefer to only do it once. And I'm sure Bas has quite a few questions as well. Just answer this one for me, please tell me you have your tuxes from the wedding here in New York as well as a few others suits"

"We do. Bas actually made sure I packed most of my suits and I know he brought all of his. So, it's safe to presume most of these are black-tie affairs."

"They are, so you might want to mention that to Nick and Jeff."

"How'd you know?"

"Because you asked me about their invites so I assumed one if not both of them called you."