New Year's Resolution 2012: Update faster.
Are people still interested in this story…I hope so. I am so sorry for the wait. There was homework and papers and finals and personal issues and then on top of that a huge case of writers block and well that explains why there has been no update in over a month. I am really, really, really sorry.
BUT, I am back and the writer's block is gone and I hope you like this chapter.
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Kurt could not believe it. Sebastian was at Dalton. Kurt broke their kiss when he needed to breathe. Kurt smiled as he took Sebastian's hand. The two were lost in their own little world until some coughed to get their attention. Kurt turned around and saw that Jeff, Nick and Blaine were the only boys left among them. Kurt walked their way with Sebastian at his side.
"Who's your friend," Blaine asked.
"Sebastian Smythe," Sebastian said, "Kurt's boyfriend."
Jeff's face light up.
"Kurt, you didn't say you were in a relationship. We should double date sometime."
Kurt blushed.
"Well, we have had an on-again off-again relationship-"
"And we are officially on-again," Sebastian said smiling at Kurt.
"Oh, right introductions," Kurt said, "Sebastian I want you to meet Nick, Jeff and Blaine."
Sebastian and the three boys shook hands and assessed Kurt's new friends.
'Well, this Jeff and Nick seem nice enough. I am glad Kurt has made some friends,' Sebastian thought, 'But I saw the look this Blaine had when Kurt kissed me. He may become a problem.'
"It is so nice to meet all of you," Sebastian said out loud, "I do need to get moved in but maybe tonight we could get together."
"Sure. How about we meet at the Lima Bean, the coffee house near campus, and get to know each other. You can meet Wes and Kurt's roommate, David, as well," Nick said.
"Well that sounds wonderful," Sebastian said before turning to Kurt, "Want to help me unpack?"
Kurt nodded and said goodbye to Blaine, Nick and Jeff before walking off with Sebastian.
"I hate him," Blaine said after Kurt and Sebastian left as he was walking to the cafeteria.
"Oh boy Jeffie, looks like Blaine has some competition," Nick teased.
"Look, I am not jealous. I have no desire to date Kurt."
Nick and Jeff looked at each other and smirked. They both knew that was a lie.
"Don't lie to yourself, Blaine," Nick said before Jeff and him walked off to find Wes and David.
Blaine grabbed an apple for a snack and sighed. Nick and Jeff were right. He was lying to himself. He was extremely jealous. But there was no way he was going to admit it.
"So what floor are you on," Kurt asked his now on-again boyfriend.
"4th," Sebastian said as they entered the elevator.
"Oh, I'm on the third."
"I know. I asked to be on the same floor but there were no available rooms."
Kurt smiled again, he couldn't stop. He was surprised that his dad let Sebastian come here. He would have to call him later. After the elevator opened Kurt found himself in room 422. Kurt walked into the room and was confused.
"Sebastian, I thought you wanted me to help you unpack?"
"I did," Sebastian said sitting on the bed.
"But everything is already unpacked."
"Okay, so I might have said that just so I could get you alone."
"What about your roommate?"
"Don't have one. No one else was assigned to this room."
"Oh," Kurt said before being pulled down onto the bed.
"So, what do you say, do you want to have some fun," Sebastian asked pulling Kurt into another kiss. But to his disappointment Kurt pulled away.
"Don't worry I do want to. I just have to call my dad first. Plus, we have to meet the others in a little while and I still have to go change out of this uniform. How about, we save that for later."
Sebastian grinned.
"Deal, besides I should call my dad too. Let him know I got here safe."
"He didn't come with you?"
"No he was too busy with a meeting or something."
Kurt kissed Sebastian, but it soon evolved into an intense make out session. After a while Kurt pulled away, gave Sebastian a hug and went to his room to get ready. Sebastian sighed sat down and took out his phone and waited for his dad to pick up.
"Axel Smythe speaking."
"Hey, Dad."
"Oh, son, I take it you arrived safely."
"Yeah. I saw Kurt and he was very happy to see me."
"So, can I take it you two are back together?"
"Yeah we are."
"Good, everything is according to plan."
"Well not everything."
"What do you mean?"
"Well, there was this kid, Blaine, I think his name was, who seemed a little jealous when I was with Kurt."
"Do you think Kurt has feelings for this boy?"
"No."
"Then everything will work out. Just keep a close eye on Kurt. No helping him go out to clubs and stuff."
"Yeah, Dad, I know."
"Good, well I have to get back to some work."
"Okay, bye Dad."
Sebastian hung up and laid down. He had some time to take a quick nap.
Kurt was finishing getting ready and called his dad.
"Hi, Dad," Kurt said when his dad answered the phone.
"Hello Kurt. I take it Sebastian is at Dalton."
"Yes, but I was calling to apologize. I am sorry about the mess I made earlier. I was just mad and scared and-"
"I understand this is hard and even if I don't think Sebastian is the best choice for you I know he will at least watch out for you. I need you to promise me you will not go to random clubs anymore. I hope that since I gave in and talked Sebastian and his dad into sending him there to be with you, you will follow the rules. If I find you are just sneaking out with Sebastian to get in trouble-"
"I won't do that anymore I promise. This place is growing on me."
"Well, I am glad. I am just trying to look out for you."
"Thanks Dad. And just so you know, I don't hate you, I love you."
"I love you too son."
The two said goodbye as David was walking in the door.
"Hey, Kurt, I hear we are going out for coffee to meet your boyfriend."
Kurt blushed.
"Yeah, I guess so."
Kurt honestly was not sure what Sebastian was to him.
"Look, Kurt, I know it is hard starting a new school and all but you don't have to worry. No one will pick on you for anything, especially for your sexual orientation."
Kurt smiled and nodded. He was getting used to David as his roommate, and his friend.
Later, Nick, Jeff, Wes, David, Blaine, Kurt and Sebastian found themselves sitting at a large round table in The Lima Bean. The boys were getting to know each other. Well, Nick, Jeff, Wes and David were getting to know Kurt and Sebastian better. Blaine just sat silent glaring into his cup of coffee as Sebastian's arm wrapped itself around Kurt's waist. This did not go unnoticed by Sebastian.
'Yes, gel-head here is going to be a problem.' Sebastian thought before Wes spoke up.
"So Sebastian, what made you decide to transfer to Dalton?"
"Kurt," Sebastian said, "My father and his have been doing business together for a while. When I heard that Kurt was transferring to a new school for his last year I knew it would be hard. I was happy when I heard he was meeting new people but what can I say, I wanted to be here so he might feel more comfortable."
"That is so sweet," Jeff said, "I know I would go anywhere so I could be with Nicky."
Nick gave Jeff a kiss.
"Okay, enough lovey dovey stuff," Wes said, "Kurt, are you thinking about your audition?"
"Yeah, actually I am. I have not sung in a while but I am looking forward to it."
"Audition? What audition," Sebastian asked.
"Kurt is trying out for our glee club. The Warblers," Nick said.
Sebastian was surprised. He had been told that Kurt had not sung since, well, since his mother passed away.
"That's great Kurt. You are amazing at everything you do so I am sure this will not be a problem," Sebastian said, "Maybe I could audition too."
"No," Blaine shouted, speaking for the first time. Everyone turned their head and stared at him.
"Well, I mean, he is not on the audition list," Blaine said.
"Oh come one, everyone knows that list is just a formality. Besides there is still time to add him to the list," Jeff said, "I was not on the list when I auditioned."
This was true. Jeff and Nick had been friends since kindergarten and stared their freshmen year at Dalton together. It was initially Nick who wanted to be in the Warblers but after Jeff listened in on his audition and what the council was saying he stormed in and asked to audition. They both made the Warblers and soon after became boyfriends.
"Well, yes, but- but- fine," Blaine said, "auditions are in a couple days."
"Coolio" Sebastian said and Blaine rolled his eyes and got up.
"Well, I have some stuff to take care of. I will see you all tomorrow and Kurt, don't forget to be here no later than 3:15."
Kurt nodded as Blaine left.
"I got a job here," he told everyone.
Little by little the boys left to do their own things. Wes left next to take care of official Warbler business shortly followed by Nick and Jeff who just wanted to go make out. This left David to walk back to the dorm with Kurt and Sebastian. He watched as Kurt and Sebastian were getting pretty frisky.
"Okay, Kurt we need a symbol, tie on the doorknob or something so I know when it is not safe for me to enter the room while you two are, well, busy."
Kurt blushed and Sebastian smirked.
"Yeah, we will work something out" Kurt said as the three boys entered the elevator.
"Well, you have nothing to fear tonight David. I am exhausted from my trip here so I am going to go to bed early," Sebastian said.
Sebastian gave Kurt one last passionate kiss as the elevator reached the third level.
"I'll see you later babe," Sebastian said.
"See you tomorrow Seb," Kurt said after a quick hug.
The next day was hectic. The workload was really starting to pile up, and it was only the second day. Kurt found out that he did not have any classes with Sebastian. He also had to worry about his first day at work and his audition coming up. It did help Kurt relax knowing Sebastian would be there with him. Little, by little, Kurt was starting to use Sean as more of a chaperone only and not a chef. The food there was not that bad and he enjoyed the time in the cafeteria with his friends. Lunch had ended when Kurt got up grabbed his bag and wanted to head to his next class. The next thing he knew someone grabbed his arm. Kurt turned around to see Sebastian.
"Hey Babe."
"Hi Seb. Look I have to get to my next class. We are doing a chemistry lab today and I don't want to get behind."
"Oh, I had chemistry earlier, the lab is a piece of cake. You don't have to go."
"Well, I mean my lab partner-"
Kurt was silenced when Sebastian kissed him. Kurt thought he tasted alcohol.
"Sebastian, have you been drinking?"
"Not a lot, just a small glass."
"Sebastian, the only reason you are here is to keep me from drinking," Kurt whispered.
"No, I am here to make sure you don't sneak out to go to clubs. It was never said I could not bring alcohol here, so I smuggled some in. Let's go back to your room and have some actual fun," Sebastian said.
Kurt wanted to say no but when Sebastian started to kiss down his neck and his hands, which were like magic, started to travel south it was a miracle that they made it to Kurt's room before the clothes started coming off.
Blaine was pissed. Not only had Kurt skipped the lab they were supposed to do, he embarrassed himself in front of the class. After the final class Blaine went to Kurt's room and pounded on the door.
"I swear to God Kurt, if you skipped our class so you could sleep or slack off I am going to-" Blaine yelled as the door opened.
Blaine pushed his way inside.
"What were you thinking skipping class? You do know that the point of school is to go to class right. If you can't keep your grades up-" Blaine said as he looked Kurt over. Kurt was standing before him in jeans and—shirtless.
"Why are you shirtless and is your hair wet? You did not skip your last two classes to take a shower did you?"
"No, I didn't. Why I skipped is none of your business-"
"When it effects my grade it dies," Blaine interrupted.
"Well, I am trying to get ready for work, so if you would please leave-" Kurt started to say when the door opened.
"Hey, Kurt, that was the best shower we ever took together-" Sebastian stopped talking as he entered the room and Blaine's brain was on overload.
'Oh my god. Kurt is shirtless and jerk-face is only in boxers. He said they took a shower together so that means they-' Blaine started to figure things out.
"OH MY, YOU SKIPPED CLASS TO HAVE SEX!"
Sebastian rolled his eyes.
"Wow, good job genius. Now, can you leave so I can get dressed and Kurt can get to work," Sebastian said.
Blaine just blushed and ran out of the room. Kurt sighed and put on his shirt and grabbed his things.
"You could have been nicer," Kurt commented.
"Since when were we nice," Sebastian responded, "We are so much better then every damn person in this school."
Kurt just rolled his eyes as Sebastian finished getting dressed. Kurt knew one thing. His first day of work was going to be absolute hell.
Kurt arrived to the Lima Bean right on time. He saw Blaine was already there standing behind the counter. He also noticed another worker, a girl, with dark hair was cleaning a couple tables. Kurt walked up to Blaine.
"Well, at least you didn't skip work and possibly cost me my job too," Blaine said as he handed Kurt a name tag and official Lima Bean apron. Kurt looked at the clothing suspiciously.
"You don't want to spill anything on your fancy clothes do you," Blaine asked.
Kurt put on the apron and the name tag. Before joining Blaine behind the main counter.
"Okay Kurt, the manager before me said today has been slow so it is a good first day for you to learn how to use everything. We have a pretty simple menu, your average coffee drinks and baked goods. How about you demonstrate your coffee making skills?"
Kurt looked at the various machines with a clueless look. He had never made coffee before. It was always made for him. Blaine noticed Kurt's hesitation.
"You don't know how to work coffee machines do you?"
Kurt shook his head 'no.'
Blaine sighed and showed Kurt the function of each machine. Kurt paid close attention.
"It really is not too bad once you remember what machine makes what drink. Do you think you can handle it?"
"Yeah," Kurt said speaking for the first time he arrived at work.
After a few coffee mishaps Kurt was starting to get the hang out it. The few customers they had ordered simple drinks so Kurt was starting to get pretty fast at making the orders. However, around 4:00, things started to pick up. Tons of students kept pouring in as they finished class, after school activities and were looking for a pick-me up. Kurt was starting to become overwhelmed and Blaine stepped in and took over. Kurt stepped back and watched as Blaine somehow remembers every order, made them perfectly without making one mistake. Kurt slightly jumped when someone spoke to him.
"Yeah, Blaine is the best we got. Not only at making coffee. With that face we can bring in just about every male and female body within a good few miles of this place."
Kurt turned to see a female worker who had been cleaning earlier.
"You must be the new worker I heard we got after Josh quit. I'm Santana."
"Kurt."
"So Kurt, how is your first day in coffee hell going?"
"Oh, well, better than I thought. I was doing pretty well until it got so busy."
"Yeah, it takes most people a couple days to learn how to deal with the crowd. So you go to Dalton too?"
"Yeah, I just transferred actually."
"So another Richie rich with daddy issues then," Santana said.
"No, that's not true," Kurt said.
"Oh come on. If your parents can afford Dalton tuition then why would you be working here? I'll tell you. You are obviously like Blaine and do not want to accept money from daddy."
"Look Santana, I don't know Blaine's story but I am not here because I have some issue with my dad giving me money. You don't know what you are talking about so just shut your mouth," Kurt yelled.
Kurt instantly regretted what he said. Now both of his co-workers were going to hate him. But to his surprise Santana smirked.
"Wow, new boy has got some attitude. I like it. It took months for sweet little Blaine to be able to talk back to me. Okay, it is official you are my new best friend and has your new BFF I have a request for you."
"Umm, and what would that be," Kurt asked.
"Sleep with Blaine."
Kurt's eyes just about popped out of his head.
"What?"
"Oh, come on, I knew you were gay before you walked in here. I have amazing gaydar. Anywho, the bottom line is that Blaine needs to get laid. Hopefully, then he will not be so up-tight. So that is your new job."
"No, Santana, his job like yours is to make coffee and take care of this shop. Not to gossip about people's private lives."
Kurt and Santana turned and saw Blaine glaring at them.
"Oh, Blainers, I was just welcoming Kurt to our crew. No need to get all worked up, even though I am sure Kurt in those skin tight jeans are doing more than that you."
"Santana back to work, now," Blaine ordered. The Latina just rolled her eyes and headed to the counter.
"I'm sorry about her. She can be a bit," Blaine searched for the right word, "over the top."
Kurt smiled.
"No, it's fine actually. My closest friend, Rachel, back home is a bit over the top as well. Not at sexual things like Santana. Rachel is more over the top when it comes to her ego. She can drive you crazy but you can't help to love her."
Blaine smiled. He was glad Kurt was starting to let his guard down.
"How long have you been friends with her?"
"A few years now. She is also my brother's girlfriend."
"Oh, you have a brother."
"Well, step-brother but yes."
"That's cool. Do you get along?"
"Now, we do, but we still argue over things."
"Oh, like what?"
"Sebastian mainly," Kurt said honestly, "They do not always approve of our relationship."
Blaine felt he was entering personal territory so he decided to change the subject.
"Well, Santana can manage the counter. Why don't I give you a proper tour?"
Kurt nodded. Blaine showed him all the back areas, the kitchen, where all the pastry and baked goods were made, the dish room, where they washed the plates and utensils and a few other areas.
"And that brings us back to the front where the counter is. As you have seen this is the area where people order their food and drinks and we get their orders ready," Blaine finished before Santana interrupted.
"And in the frond left corner is the supply closet that is also a good spot for making out and other activities."
"Santana," Blaine yelled as he turned her way.
Kurt giggled. Santana and Blaine bickered like brother and sister. Things really slowed down so Kurt learned some things about his new friend, Santana. She went to McKinley High School, the public school in Lima, Ohio. She was in the glee club called New Directions and was a cheerleader at the school as well. It was getting close to closing time when Santana started to question him.
"So, Kurt, what about you? I know you go to Dalton but what else are you into?"
"Oh, well, I am going to audition for the Warblers. I like fashion and—"
"Are you single," Santana asked him suddenly.
"Well, no, me and my boyfriend just got back together."
"Well at least you have someone," Santana said before looking down.
Kurt scoffed.
"You expect me to believe that someone as beautiful as you is single?"
Santana suddenly looked up.
"You really think I am beautiful?"
"Santana, I am gay not blind. You are gorgeous."
"Well, I had someone special. They were the most amazing person on this planet but I screwed things up."
"Well, maybe you two will get back together."
"No. I'm not a strong enough person. She deserves someone who can be as open and bright and absolutely good-hearted as she is."
'Oh, Santana is a lesbian,' Kurt thought before speaking.
"Well, if you two are made to be together I am sure love will find a way."
"That was the cheesiest thing I have ever heard," Santana said before Kurt and her started to laugh.
"Well, what can I say? I guess deep down I am just a silly romantic."
When closing time came and all the last minute customers left Kurt, Blaine and Santana started to clean up.
"Hey Santana, if you wanted to leave, me and Kurt got this."
Santana went grabbed her things from the back and headed to the door.
"See ya later Blainers. Bye Kurt."
Both boys said goodbye as she left.
"Well, she sure is colorful," Kurt said.
"Yeah, that she is."
Kurt was cleaning the serving counter when Blaine spoke again.
"I'm sorry Kurt."
"For what?"
"For yelling at you earlier. I was having a really bad morning and then you weren't there for the lab and I mixed the wrong chemicals and the thing exploded and I was embarrassed-"
"No, I should not have skipped class. I am sorry Blaine. I will be there from now on I promise."
"Yeah, but I still was a little harsh. You have every right to sleep with your boyfriend. He seems to really care about you."
"I think he does," Kurt said.
After everything was cleaned and the door was locked Blaine and Kurt started to walk back to Dalton.
"Hey, Kurt can I ask you something?"
"Sure."
"Why does your family not approve of your relationship? Is it because it is with another guy?"
"Oh no. When I came out to my dad he said he had known since I was three. And my step-mom always accepted me. My step-brother, Finn, well it's not that he didn't accept me, he just took some time to get used to it. Everyone just thinks I can do better I guess."
"What about your biological mom?"
"I'm guessing she knew. She died when I was eight though, from cancer."
"Oh Kurt, I am so sorry."
"It's okay. Carole, my step-mom, is amazing."
"But still. To lose your mom at such a young age, it must have been hard for you."
"It was, at first, but I started to get better over time until I was about 15."
"What happened?"
"It's kind of a long story," Kurt said as they entered the dorms.
"Well, if you ever want to talk to someone, just know you can talk to me," Blaine said.
Kurt nodded and waited for the elevator to reach the third floor.
A couple days later Kurt found himself, along with Sebastian, and a handful of other boys waiting outside the Warblers common area. They waited until Wes exited through two big oak doors and started to call names for their audition.
"You will do great," Sebastian told Kurt.
"But what-"
"No, buts Kurt. You are going to rock this."
Wes walked back out.
"Hummel, Kurt."
Kurt got up and entered the room. He saw the boys who had already auditioned sitting off to one side. He say Blaine, David, and Wes sit side by side in the front of the room.
"Okay Kurt, you will now sing your audition piece to the council," Wes said.
Kurt took a second to calm his nerves, took a deep breath and started to sing.
'Oh my god,' Blaine thought 'He has the most amazing voice I have ever heard. He has such a wide range.'
After Kurt finished his song he was asked to sit with the others.
'I know Blaine does not really like me. I just hope he does not vote against me becoming a member of the Warblers,' Kurt thought as he heard Sebastian's name being called.
After all the auditions took place the council announced they would need a few minutes to go through their notes. Wes, David and Blaine went through all the auditions, then they got to Kurt.
"He was amazing," David said.
"Yes, I agree he would be a wonderful addition to the Warblers," Wes agreed.
"Are, you kidding, he has the best voice I have ever heard," Blaine added.
"Last, Sebastian Smythe," Wes said to his co-council members.
"I liked him. I thought he had an interesting sound," David said.
"It was different but in a good way," Wes commented.
"No," Blaine said "I don't believe he would be a good fit for this group. He is so rude and vulgar. That is not the way the Warbers are. And he was not that good. He sounded average to me. I vote no."
After they finished the list of who made it Wes asked all those who auditioned to stand. Then he started reading names. One by one boys smiled and sighed in relief that they had made the cut.
"Kurt Hummel."
Kurt smiled as he walked up to Wes and received his Warbler pin, attaching it to his blazer. Kurt was so happy.
"And lastly, Sebastian Smythe. Congratulations to those who made the cut."
Sebastian stood, took his pin and grabbed Kurt's hand.
"You were right," Kurt said as Sebastian pulled him into a kiss.
"Get a room," one of the new Warblers called out while a few whistled.
"But not my room," David added causing everyone to laugh.
Kurt finally felt like he starting to belong.
Later, that night Kurt and David had arrived to their room after dinner.
"You didn't vote me into the Warblers because I am your roommate did you," Kurt asked.
"No way, you were amazing. The best audition."
"Really?"
"Yeah. I probably should not say this because it being official council notes but you were the only one to get a unanimous 'yes' from all three of us."
Kurt was shocked. There were so many good auditions. Kurt suddenly felt like his English homework could wait.
"I am going to go see Blaine."
"Okay, just be back before curfew,' David said.
Kurt got up and went down to Blaine's door and knocked. Jeff opened the door.
"Hey, Kurt," Jeff said sounding out of breath. Kurt raised an eyebrow and looked over his shoulder to see Nick fixing his hair and buttoning his shirt.
"Sorry to interrupt, I was looking for Blaine," Kurt said.
"Oh, he, well, he went down to the lobby," Jeff said.
"Oh, well thanks," Kurt said as he headed for the elevator.
When it reached the main lobby Kurt stepped out. Various boys were doing work or goofing off. He turned the corner and saw Blaine sitting in a secluded corner.
"Hey," Kurt said as he sat beside Blaine.
"Hi, Kurt. Congratulations on making the Warblers. You deserved it the most."
"Well thank you, but I was wondering if we could talk. You said if I ever needed to talk to someone I could talk to you."
"Of course," Blaine said turning to face Kurt.
"I wanted to apologize for my behavior. I guess I have not made a good first impression," Kurt started.
"It wasn't the best," Blaine agreed, the, the two boys smiled, "But, I also know what it is like to in a new environment. I transferred here my sophomore year and it took a while to get used to everything."
"Why did you transfer here," Kurt asked.
"I was bullied really badly at my old school for being gay and I am still trying to get my dad to accept me. That's why I work so hard. I don't want him to think that I need him or his money to be successful."
Kurt did not know what to say. Kurt never had to worry about that. Sure, there would be some comments about him online or in the press but everyone in his family accepted him.
"But what did you want to talk about," Blaine asked.
"I have never really talked to anyone about this, but there is just something about you that makes me feel like I can trust you," Kurt said, "Well, like I said, my mother died of cancer when I was young but over the years I started to cope with her passing and start to live my life again. I got used to it being just me and my dad and we have become very close. Things were going good until I was fifteen."
Well, I hope you liked this chapter. I had to cut this chapter into two because it was getting too long. I already am writing the next chapter so I hope to have it up sometime this week or by the weekend. The next chapter will have a flashback to Kurt at 15 through Burt making the decision to send him to Dalton, along with a Sebastian/Blaine confrontation and Flint causing trouble for Nick and Jeff.
