Two Steps Beyond
Part 113
When Sebastian arrived at school on Monday morning, he was praying his body was going to feel better by the time he had practice that afternoon. "Nice to see I'm not the only one moving slow." Hunter said as he walked up to him and handed him a cup of coffee. Neither of them was quite sure when it happened, but they seemed to have coffee together every Monday morning.
"You're definitely not." Sebastian said as they each took a seat. "While Brittany worked us hard last year, this weekend was crazy. Who knew having the girls being a part of things would make this harder."
"Do you regret it?"
"Not at all, but I can tell you my upper body hurts more than my lower half. I worked muscles that haven't been worked in a long time."
"You might've worked them, just not the way you did this weekend. And since Britt's your partner, I know she never let you do anything half-assed. It's all or nothing with her."
"You've got that right. I already told Brody this yesterday, but damn the way you two were flipping Brittany and Santana around was crazy!
"I'll take that as a compliment."
"Good, because it was one. While you two obviously had more practice at it than David and Wes, it was still impressive. B and I were talking last night and said we can't wait to see those moves with what the rest of us will be doing."
"From what I've seen, it's going to be something. The day Jeff came with Britt to the gym we worked on part of the finale and it was crazy in the best sense of the word. The finale is going to push the envelope both vocally and with the dancing."
"Speaking of dancing, I don't think there are many people Jeff would trust dancing with Britt like that."
"It is just dancing."
"I know, but you're also tossing her around and well, you're hands aren't always in the most socially acceptable places."
"That is something I do know. And it helped that Jeff didn't want to beat the crap out of me the first time he saw me lift her and she basically had her chest in my face while my hands were on her ass."
"He might've wanted to, but you're bigger than him."
"Great. Nice to know that's why he didn't do anything." Hunter said with a laugh. "But we actually talked about it. Even he could see I was a bit uncomfortable. While it felt awkward the first few times, it was really weird knowing Jeff was there watching."
"So you and Jeff talked?"
"We did. We actually had quite a long talk. He really loves her."
"That is something I do know. While Jeff might seem like the quiet one of the bunch, if anyone tried to hurt Brittany who knows what he'd do."
"That is something I realized. He was pretty certain I wouldn't try anything considering what we all talked about after I met Quinn, but he knows some people wouldn't hesitate to take advantage of Brittany."
"He's right. Some people see Britt as stupid and she's not. She chooses to see the best in people and sometimes people take advantage of that. Hell when they first got together people accused Jeff of taking advantage of her."
"Why?"
"Because some people at McKinley had it out for the Warblers. It also didn't help that they got together after me and Blaine. I'm pretty sure some of them thought all of us were taking advantage of her. Things got even testier when we started tutoring her."
"That's ridiculous. It was Brittany's decision to be with Jeff, too bad if others didn't like it."
"We both know that, but some of those guys don't think rationally."
"From what I know, Blaine was friends with these people too, correct?"
"He was and he's still friendly with some of them. The others, while he'll still be polite to them, I don't think B would consider them a friend."
"Got it." Just as Hunter answered his phone rang and Sebastian just nodded, letting him know it was alright to take it. Considering how early it was, it must be important. "Good morning Mom." Upon hearing it was Hunter's Mom, Sebastian excused himself so Hunter could have some privacy. "What can I do for you this morning?"
"Your Dad and I were wondering if you were coming home for Thanksgiving or if you were staying in the city with Cassie?"
"I'm staying in the city with her."
"Any particular reason?"
"Besides the fact the entire family is going to be there."
"Hunter."
"I'm just kidding Mom. I'm not coming home because I've got some things going on."
"Like what?"
"I have to sit for my deposition with the DA on the Tuesday before and I've yet to be given a time. And I really don't want to fly out last minute."
"Have you informed Charles of this?"
"I have and he will be there with me."
"Have they said when they hope to go to trial yet?"
"From what I've been told it'll be shortly after the start of the new year. And personally speaking, the sooner they go to trial, the better."
"Why is that, are Blaine and Sebastian alright?" There was a noticeable hint of concern in Mrs. Clarington's voice.
"They're alright, but I know they'd both like to see an end to all this. Plus, I got to meet Michael, and he deserves to get some justice for what happened to him. No one should ever have to go through something like that. Then knowing the person who did it got off, it's wrong."
"That is something we both agree upon Hunter. No one deserves to be treated that way. I wish I…"
"Mom."
"Nevermind. Now how about you tell me about this little performance you're planning on doing?"
"Mom."
"It's not important Hunter."
"You're not fooling me Mom. The only time you ever stop like that is when you're afraid of saying too much."
"Since when did you become so smart?"
"I've always been smart, you know that. Aren't you the one that taught me to pay attention to the littlest things because they could always help you later on?"
"I did. I just never realized you paid attention to your family that way."
"I practiced it on all of you. Why do you think I was able to bust Liz all those times?"
"You always saw through her."
"I did. Now, are you going to tell me or am I going to have to sweet talk it out of you? You know I'm capable of it."
"That's because I have a soft spot for my only son."
"Doesn't help that I'm charming as well."
"Hunter."
"Fine. So, are you going to tell me?"
"Since you'll be heading to class soon, no. But I'm coming to the city in a couple of days at Cassie's request and we can talk then if that's alright with you."
"That's acceptable."
"Well then, I will see you in a few days. I love you."
"I love you too Mom."
As Sebastian changed that afternoon for practice Nate walked up to him. "Not to intrude, but do you know you have bruises on your one hip?"
"That I do know. It happens when someone is constantly wrapping their leg around you and using your body to support theirs." Sebastian looked up after pulling his jersey on and saw Nate's face. "Not like that man. These lovely little bruises are from Brittany."
"Brittany as in your tall, good-looking, blonde friend."
"The one and only. And before you jump to any more delusions, we had dance practice this weekend and Brittany's my partner."
"Okay, that makes sense because I didn't think you were into girls."
"You're correct, I'm not. While some are quite beautiful, they just don't do it for me."
"Alright, so what was dance practice about?" After Nate asked Sebastian looked around before taking a step closer to Nate.
"Do you remember me telling you that B and I were part of a show choir in high school?"
"I do, you guys won Nationals, correct?"
"We did. Well, NYU is hosting a festival in February and one of the categories is an open category."
"Wait, you guys are going to perform?"
"We are. Since there are so many of us so close together we're basically getting the band back together with a few new additions. But you can't say anything to anyone."
"Why?"
"Dylan is one of the guys organizing it and B hasn't said anything to him yet. He and Jeff don't want to upset him since neither of them are singing this year."
"Aren't they helping to arrange the music for Dylan this year?"
"They are, so they're walking a fine line right now. A part of them wants to tell him, but a part of them wants to keep it to themselves and surprise him. And until they make a decision…"
"I won't say anything. But you've got to know, we'll be there to support you."
"I appreciate that."
"No problem. Jenna's been dying to hear the two of you sing again since your impromptu duet at the party."
"We were good, weren't we?" Sebastian replied with a smirk.
"You definitely were. Now just make sure to give me the date once you know"
"Will do." Once Sebastian stepped foot on the field that day, he knew it was going to be a long day. While he felt better than he did in the morning, his body was still reminding him of what he did over the weekend. When he got home that night he was greeted to what smelt like lasagna. "B, where are you?" He called out as he walked down the hall.
"Living room." As Sebastian reached the end of the hall, he saw Blaine sitting on the couch with a glass of wine in one hand and a text book in his lap. "We'll be eating in about an hour if that's alright."
"It's more than alright." Sebastian replied after giving Blaine a kiss. He was about to reach for Blaine's wine glass when Blaine glanced towards the table and Sebastian saw one already poured for him. "Now this is the way to come home."
"I thought you'd approve. How you feeling?"
"Sore, you?"
"Sore, but I doubt I feel as bad as you do since you had practice."
"I appreciate that. Now, did you put dinner together or did someone spoil us?" Sebastian said as he stretched out on the couch.
"Since I only had some reading to do tonight, I cooked. So if you don't like it, blame me."
"I'm sure I'll love it. Whose recipe?"
"My Mom's. Hopefully you like it as much as you like Lexi's."
"I'm sure I will. How was Jeff feeling today?"
"The same as us and the same goes for Nick and the rest of the guys. The consensus is that everyone hoped for a quiet day today. Though, none regret our hard work this weekend."
"That's nice to hear." Sebastian then went to set his glass back down on the table and noticed an envelope sitting on it. "What's that B?"
"A letter informing me when I have to sit for my deposition." Blaine said as he set his book down on the coffee table.
"When do you have to do it?"
"It's the day before we leave for the Caymans. And after talking with my lawyer, it could be an all-day thing."
"I'm sorry B."
"It's alright Bas; there is nothing we can do about it. So, don't be surprised if I just want to veg that evening or even our first day in the Caymans."
"That's fine with me B. Whatever you want to do is fine."
"What would you say if I told you I'd love for you to help me take my mind off of things this evening?"
"I'd say I'm ready, willing and able. Just tell me when and where you want me. How, works as well."
"You do like specifics, don't you?" Blaine asked with a smile as Sebastian put his head in Blaine's lap.
"That I do. Clear expectations helps one achieve greatness, and we both know I'm pretty great."
"That you are." Blaine replied as he placed a hand on Sebastian's chest.
"Part of that comes from having an amazing partner."
"Is that so?"
"It is, you bring out the best in me B." When Sebastian spoke he was looking directly up at Blaine. While earlier parts of the conversation were clearly sexually based, Blaine could tell from the look in Sebastian's eyes, just what he meant with this last response.
"Same goes for you Bas. Now, before I plan too far ahead, do you have any homework?"
"Just a little and it shouldn't take me long at all. I'll work on it as dinner digests."
After they finished dinner, Blaine told Sebastian he'd clean up so that he could get started on his homework. By the time Blaine finished up and walked into the living room Sebastian was already at work. "I think I'm glad you had homework to do." Blaine told him as he sat down across from him.
"And why is that?"
"Seeing you in your glasses has quite the effect on me."
"And here I thought seeing my gorgeous face was all you needed."
"It is, but the glasses add to it. I don't remember you wearing them so much at Dalton."
"That's because most of the time when we were studying our backs were to each other so we didn't distract each other."
"I forgot about that. I remember seeing them on your desk when we'd finish."
"It was a good thing we did things that way."
"Why is that?"
"Since seeing me in my glasses has such an effect on you we wouldn't have behaved as well as we did at school."
"True, we were rather well behaved, weren't we?"
"Yes, I can count the handful of times we got carried away at school."
"One of those times I'd like to forget." After Blaine spoke, Sebastian looked up from his book and saw a slight blush on Blaine's cheeks.
"It could've been worse B."
"I know it could've been, but still."
"B, just be thankful they only heard us and didn't see us."
"Right, so Jeff's face could've been an even brighter shade of red when he saw us after the fact."
"Be thankful Nick and Jeff roomed next to us and not any of the other guys. Or god forbid, someone we weren't close with."
"Well, if you remember correctly, Nick said we were pretty loud so I'm sure if someone was outside our door they would've heard us as well."
"Well, be thankful that the only people across the hall were Thad and Dave, and they were out that night. And we've heard both Nick and Jeff doing things that we never did at school. Hell, we make a point not to do certain things when we have company. They've both been guilty of getting carried away here."
"Good point. And it probably wouldn't have bothered me as much, if it wasn't still so early in our relationship."
"B, I'm pretty sure they all thought we slept together that first night. So the fact that Nick and Jeff heard us in what was it, like January, it's not a big deal. But if you want, I'm sure if we thought about it, we could recreate that moment."
"Oh, I'm sure we could. Do you realize that night is what inspired one of your favorite gifts from me?" A smile slowly crept to Sebastian's face as he looked across at Blaine. "You remember, don't you?"
"Yea, I do. We have enough of them here that we could use them again."
"Well, once you finish what you're working on we can try and see how closely we can recreate that."
"Alright, what are you going to do while I finish up?"
"Play a little piano unless it would be a distraction."
"I love to listen to you play B and it wouldn't be a distraction at all." With that said Blaine got up off the couch and gave Sebastian a kiss before heading towards the piano. Once he began to play, he couldn't help but notice Sebastian looking up at him occasionally, each time with a content smile on his face. While Sebastian was reading up on European history, something that didn't necessarily excite him, he looked happy.
"You know if you have anything in particular you'd like to hear, you could ask."
"I know, but I'm more than happy with what you're playing. That last piece was one of my favorites."
"It is?"
"Yes, and while I know it's not finished I love hearing the progress you're making."
"You've noticed the progress?"
"Of course I have silly. When it's finished, you need to do something for me."
"What would that be?"
"Record it so I can listen to it while I'm in the library at school. I'd like to make it part of my studying playlist."
"I can do that, but it might be awhile till it's done."
"That's alright; I'm more than willing to wait as it's going to be more than worth it."
"You know you don't have to sweet talk me Bas."
"I'm not sweet talking you this time, I'm serious B. I truly enjoy the piece you're writing. That was a compliment given because it was well deserved, not because I want something."
"Then thank you."
"You're welcome."
It was almost about an hour later when Sebastian finally closed his text book and put his glasses on top of his head. "Are you giving up or are you done?" Blaine asked as he got up from the piano.
"I'm done." Sebastian replied while gently rubbing his eyes. "Why is it that every European history text book reads the same?"
"Because they cover the same evidents."
"Smartass."
"Yes, but you love me."
"True, I do. By the way, dinner was great. Your Mom would be proud."
"I will let her know next time I talk to her that you approved."
"Judging from how much I ate, you could say that. So, you ready to take this party to the bedroom?"
"I've been ready sexy, I've been waiting on you." Blaine replied playfully.
"Is that so?" Blaine nodded in response. "Well then, who am I to keep you waiting any longer? Move that butt." Sebastian then laughed as Blaine wiggled his butt in front of him. "That's dangerous B."
"Is that so?"
"It is." Sebastian replied while trying to reach for him but Blaine was just out of reach. Seeing a change in Sebastian's expression Blaine stepped a bit closer, but still remained out of reach. "You're being a tease B."
"And if I am?" When Blaine's playful side came out, it always touched off something inside of Sebastian and soon he was on his feet. Blaine kept walking backwards, trying to stay out of Sebastian's reach till Sebastian took a big enough step that Blaine couldn't compensate for it and found himself wrapped up in Sebastian's arms. "What are you going to do now that you have me?"
"You'll find out soon enough." Sebastian then leaned down and kissed Blaine gently but it soon deepened and Blaine wrapped his arms around Sebastian's neck. He'd barely secured his hold when he felt Sebastian's hands move down his body. Once he felt his hands on his ass Blaine helped pull himself up as Sebastian lifted him and wrapped his legs around his waist. From that point on Blaine wasn't quite sure how they managed it but they soon made their way into the bedroom to finish what they'd started.