Heyloo!
I wanted something different for this chapter. Plus, I'm getting first person withdrawal symptoms. I miss it! Yes, you heard it here. I don't like writing in third person. That's why I tried to test myself with T&C, to see if I could do it. I've even got a second person story on my fictionpress account (Monday). Tell me which of the three you think I write best!
I went a bit crazy when writing bits of this chapter. As in I as sitting in silent study and suddenly yelped. My friend looked over to me in a 'what the hell is going on' face. My answer? "I'm writing on my 20th birthday!" Yeahhhhh... Me be crazyful! (If anybody is truly interested, 7th June)
Kris. Thank you for the chapter title for ch18. Me gusta :) Oh, and you're beautiful. I still have to pinch myself to remind myself that you're real. You were my imaginary internet friend. But you're not. You're my soul sister and you're real and WOW.
I'm going to be busy this next week doing a volunteering scheme called NCS (National Citizen Service) and I'll be getting back next Tuesday but be doing more things after that (I hope I-might-BE-slightly-INSANE won't get too annoyed at my silly!) and so the next chapter might be brought to you by IThinkILeftMyCoatOutside. Both you girls are amazing :) I love you.
Thank you to NanaMii148 for verifying my French translations :) - Que dire de lundi? = What to say about Monday?
So, as I have said, this chapter is very different. Please let me know if you like the layout and if I should do it again or if it's awful and I should never consider doing it again in my life. Just let me know :) In the meantime, I hope you enjoy...
Story so far...
Kurt had his 23rd birthday, Blaine spoilt him rotten. Kurt got upset when Blaine ignored him after seeing Sebastian, Blaine bought him Bocelli. They went down to Lima for the ND annual reunion. A lot happened. Back in Columbus, Kurt had nightmares about Blaine cheating on him which allowed Blaine to have the epiphany of proposing. That day at work, Blaine had to sort out a sobbing Henry, scared that Daniel wanted to break up with him. That was Monday. This is afterwards, in note form.
"I love you."
Kurt stopped moving and grinned. "I love you too."
-*T&C*-
Extract from Kurt's diary, Monday 6th June 2016
Monday. Lundi. Que dire de lundi?
Firstly I, Kurt Elliot Hummel, am incredibly happy. When Blaine came home we had dinner. Very, very slowly. After every mouthful he would launch into an essay about how much he loved me, showering me with sweet kisses. It was like we went back to being teenagers, where everything was brand new. Our relationship has a new lease of life, and it is so exciting! Oh, I know I sound like a ditzy schoolgirl but, honestly, I don't mind. That's just the effect that my incredible boyfriend has on me.
I didn't have any nightmares again last night after I went back to sleep. I wasn't expecting to. Instead, I awoke to said incredible boyfriend pressing kisses on my face and up my arms. He was at my neck by the time I was fully awake. For once, I didn't want to wear a scarf to work. I wanted everyone to see. Which Gina certainly didn't: "Kurt! You're back! I need to tell you my news!"
Blaine's reaction when I told him after I got home was hilarious. "Gina has a man?" The way he emphasised 'man' was as if he was expecting him to be some kind of mutant. Actually, that sounds horrible. Should I cross this off? No, why would I? It'll only be me reading this. So, anyway, he was really happy for her. I told him, step by step, how it had happened.
1.) Gina arrived at work on Friday, bored due to lack of Kurt, namely me.
2.) A customer approached her and asked where the holidaywear was. He explained that he normally didn't go in Tommy but had made an exception as he was near and had to be back at work soon, but needed swimming trunks for his brother's stag holiday.
3.) She directed him to the right section and went to leave but he asked for her help chosing.
4.) Spent half an hour browsing and chatting.
5.) Man realised he was late for getting back to work. Apologised to her. Left without trunks.
6.) Gina continued with her work and was just about to leave when...
7.) Man from earlier turned up, running in the shop and panting as if he'd been running.
8.) Asks Gina if he can see her again. Gives her his number.
9.) Calls her ten minutes afterwards to ask if she was free tomorrow (Saturday). She explained she was working in the morning but the afternoon and evening were free.
10.) Man found her at work on Saturday to walk her to the date.
11.) Watched the new Leo DiCaprio film.
12.) He walked her home, discussing the movie and life in general.
13.) Kissed her cheek, told her he'd enjoyed himself, asked her out again.
14.) Gina goes crazy on Monday and tells me EVERY. SINGLE. DETAIL.
Honestly, I think I could quote that whole film. I feel as if I've met this man and he's been my roommate for three years. My God, that girl can talk.
But no, I'm happy for her. She's never had much luck with guys. I just hope that this one is different to all the others. I don't think I could cope with another Terry. Or a Liam. If this one breaks her heart, he'll have me to answer to.
Anyway, Monday. After I finished enlightening Blaine as to Gina's weekend, he gave me his own surprise. Well, treat. You see, previously, Sunday treat had been just a way for us to spend more time together, really. We never had one after the reunion weekends because we already had. But this time he wanted something different. And so us spending more time together was on the Monday. I can barely write this down I'm so tired. But that latenight viewing of West Side Story was amazing. We went to see it at the cinema. My throat is sore for singing along but I am so, so happy.
If only I could keep my eyes open...
Notes passed during Warbler rehearsal, Tuesday 7th June 2016
To Hen: Are you okay? Dan. xx
To Dan: Yes thank you. Isn't this a bit childish? Passing notes in class? H xx
To Hen: Yeah. But you love it :P xx
To Dan: You know I do :P xx
To Hen: Are you sure you're okay? xxxx
To Dan: Yes!
To Hen: Only you've just turned an even paler colour and I didn't even think that was possible. You'll be fine!
To Dan: Dan, I'm singing. Solo. He's making me sing SOLO.
To Hen: And you have the most amazing voice in the entire planet. Imagine it's just me sitting here. Imagine we're alone and you're just singing to me.
To Dan: Why did you make me suggest this song?
To Hen: Because I love you and I know you really wanted to do this.
To Dan: Can you two stop passing notes? It is fucking annoying and- wait, you two are at the 'I love you' stage already? You've only been together for a couple of months. Peter
To Peter: Two months and nine days. Now could you pass that note on to my boyfriend please?
To Dan: Oh, yeah. Sorry.
To Hen: Because I love you and I know you really wanted to do this.
To Dan: :D I love you too. And when you said that yesterday I thought my heart was going to fly straight out of my chest. What did Peter want? xx
To Hen: Wondering why we were passing notes. Listen, he's talking about your solo again. xx
To Dan: Do you think it'd be realistic enough if I faked a fit?
To Hen: You're going to be fine. Just imagine it is just us. Imagine you're singing to just me.
To Dan: But I don't WANT to direct those lyrics to you.
To Hen: You don't have to. Just sing to me.
To Dan: Oh God. We're going to do it.
To Hen: You'll be fine. Look into my eyes; you are going to be great.
To Dan: Okay. I believe you. I'm going to go for it. No inhibitions, right?
To Dan: Er, I don't want to worry you guys but Blaine keeps looking over. Peter
To Peter: And?
To Dan: And he's seen you passing notes.
To Peter: Well he's not exactly going to ask us to hand it over, is he? Anyway, why do you care? Why the sudden concern?
To Dan: Me? Care? No, you got the wrong guy. I just wanted to let you know so it'd be funnier when you got caught.
To Peter: Yeah, that's more like it.
To Hen: Yes, no inhibitions. You're going to kill this thing.
To Dan: You might want to stop passing notes with lover boy. Blaine has seen you. He's stopped talking. He is coming over. He-
Warbler rehearsal notes, Tuesday 7th June 2016
Leaders present: Blaine Anderson
Absent: Wayne Shields (family issues), Tyler Scott (with Wayne).
Warm up: Lead by Anthony Berr. Next day lead by Chris Arnold.
Songs covered: Unwanted by Avril Lavigne and Everyone's A Little Bit Rasict by Avenue Q
Breakdown:
Unwanted - not a cappella. Robert Inworth-Dent on drums (try a slightly more exotic rhythm on the chorus, perhaps?). Peter Matthews and Chris Arnold dancing (try to work together for the next couple of days to create a short routine for the instrumental to highlight the musicians). Henry FitzGilbert as first singer (wow. Where did that confidence come from? Continue doing exactly as you did). Simon Platt and Mark Young as singers on the chorus (perhaps not such a bad idea. Shouting at each other released tension. Give it another go in a future rehearsal). Jesse Douglass and Paul Jacobs as guitarists (very good, maybe work together during the week and show what you've worked on at the weekend). Bill and Ben Greenwood on piano (try to remove the comedy and have more emotion. Keep practising; a few duff notes).
EALBR - Jesse Douglass as Princeton (very good, just project voice a bit more). Luke Winterborne as Kate Monster (good. Maybe consider finding hand puppets - not to mimic Avenue Q but to make it easier to play the female characters). Jack Ford-Allan as Gary Coleman (good but only as a stand-in. Would prefer Wayne to play Gary - hey, everyone's a little bit racist!) Amos Mizrachi as Brian (maybe try Jack as the part? The singing was a bit shy; perhaps just uncomfortable in that role - try him with third song). Anthony Berr as Christmas Eve (perfect. Nuff said). Background sounds worked well. Figure out positioning.
Notes: The Aviary can be used at lunchtimes but only by members of the Warblers. Blaine is also available to talk to if ever anyone has a problem. He will be in the room for most of the day but if he isn't, ask at the office. Litter should be cleared if you eat in the Aviary. Also, students shouldn't have to be reminded that this is still a lesson and note passing is still not permitted.
Reminders/forms: Most letters have been returned for Nationals but a couple are still outstanding. These need to be returned as soon as possible. Also, forms will be given out regarding a post-Nationals picnic. Please check availability and the letters will be sent out within the next couple of days. Return as soon as possible.
Next rehearsal: Have a further look at EALBR and find other possible tracks.
Texts between Kurt and Blaine, Wednesday 8th June 2016
Text from Blaine to Kurt: Hey T. How are you? xx
Text from Kurt to Blaine: I'm good :) You? xx
Text from Blaine to Kurt: Missing you :( xxxxxx
Text from Kurt to Blaine: N'aww :) xxx I love you too
Text from Blaine to Kurt: I never said that
Text from Kurt to Blaine: Are you telling me that you don't mean it? :'(
Text from Kurt to Blaine: Crying...
Text from Kurt to Blaine: Great. I was being silly but now you're not replying...
Text from Kurt to Blaine: Blaine...? Xxxxxxxxx
Text from Kurt to Blaine: WHY ARE YOU IGNORING ME?
Text from Blaine to Kurt: Look outside.
Text from Kurt to Blaine: Er, Cookies? Is that ungelled hair?
Text from Kurt to Blaine: I love you.
Text from Blaine to Kurt: Shut up, come out here, and kiss me
Texts between Kurt and Gina, Wednesday 8th June 2016
Text from Gina to Kurt: You do realise that the shop is glass fronted, yeah? I think Margie just had a heart attack. X
Text from Gina to Kurt: Where are you going? X
Text from Kurt to Gina: Cover for me? X
Note left on kitchen table, Wednesday 8th June 2016
Hey T. Yeah, please don't hate me? You looked so peaceful and beautiful and you couldn't wake up no matter how many times I kissed you. I know how much you hate waking up to an empty bed but it's different if it's in the middle of the day, right? I'm still sorry. But I had to go to work. Sneaking off to see you was brilliant but unfortunately rehearsal is soon and I can't miss that, however much I want round two. Later, maybe? ;)
Anyway, I just wanted so say sorry. And I love you. And I still miss you. And I love you. Oh, and I can't wait for this weekend. And I love you.
Did I mention the fact that I love you?
Your ever-loving Cookies.
Xxx
P.S.: I love you.
Texts between Kurt and Blaine, Wednesday 8th June 2016
Text from Kurt to Blaine: I could never hate you. But you didn't need to bother putting the pillow in my arms next time xxx
Text from Blaine to Kurt: I think I did...
Text from Blaine to Kurt: Attachment: 1 image
Text from Blaine to Kurt: Don't you look adorable?! Xx
Text from Kurt to Blaine: I hate you...
Email from Greg Jones to Blaine Anderson, Wednesday 8th June 2016
Hi shorty,
I haven't had a chance to speak to you since you wandered in all moon-eyed on Monday. Did you go and look at rings? I figured you'd've told me if you'd found something, I wanted to recommend a little place. When my brother proposed he took me to this place in Columbus called Rings-N-Things to help him pick out the ring. There is a nice, but very crazy, lady there who goes by the name of Terri. I think she took rather a shine to Johnnie. I figured she was single or divorced or something. Anyway, it's quite a good place and I'd recommend having a look. If you say you know me, you never know - you could get a discount! I could go with you if you want, or you could use me as an excuse anyway if you are late back and Kurt asks why.
Either way, let me know how it turns out. Oh, and I take it I'll get an invite to the wedding? ;)
See you later, dude.
Greg
Email from Blaine Anderson to Greg Jones, Wednesday 8th June 2016
Hi. And thanks. You're not that much taller than me!
Moon-eyed? I take offence at that! Oh, I can almost see you looking at me with your eyebrows raised. Okay! Yes! But I had an excuse, no? Anyway, I did go looking after work - nada. I'll check this place out though. If you could go along too that'd be great; I've no idea what I'm looking for!
So did you mean it when you offered going with me or were you just being kind?
Blaine
Email from Greg Jones to Blaine Anderson, Wednesday 8th June 2016
I'll see you in ten minutes at the front of the school. Travelling in convoy alright for you, Hobbie?
So, what do you think?
I hope I'll talk to you next week but if not, ch20 will be brought to you by the incredible Coatsy. The events over the next few chapters might be emotional, but for the next few it'll be lovely and fluffy. You're safe... for now! MWAHAHA!
(end evil laugh)
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