Five Years Later

Part 14

After seeing Blaine and Sebastian together on Saturday, then getting the information that they did from the girls on Sunday, it wasn't surprising that Jeff and Thad made a point to talk that week. "Should I even ask how much crap you gave Nick once we went our separate ways?" Thad asked as he leaned back on his couch as he looked at Jeff on the monitor.

"For your information, I didn't say squat till later that evening as he felt like crap after we left the girls. I'm pretty sure Beat and Trent will be feeling the same way once they find out how horrible things were. I mean, we were honestly the only ones that saw how wrong they were for one another."

"No, add Sebastian to that list."

"Sebastian is a being all of his own as I still don't understand why the fuck he agreed to help Blaine propose in the first place." Jeff stated. "I honestly believed the guys were lying to me at first when they first mentioned it and said Sebastian agreed. I mean, seriously, what the fuck!"

"You don't have to convince me Jeff as I was as blown away by it as you were."

"Have you tried talking to Sebastian about it?"

"I have and I was shut down pretty hard when I brought it up which got me to thinking."

"Care to enlighten me."

"Only if you enlighten me on how you were so positive Blaine was singing to someone at the concert. And that you even mentioned Sebastian before I told you I was there with him."

"Instinct."

"Bullshit!"

"It was, just as I knew taking part in that proposal was a bad idea for those who did." Jeff said. "And if I remember correctly, you told the rest of the guys they all needed their heads examined for doing so."

"Well, that's….fuck!"

"Yea, that's what I thought. You knew as well as I did why that proposal and in part marriage never should've taken place."

"So you thought Blaine had feelings for Sebastian."

"It was fucking obvious considering the way he smiled anytime he saw him. Though, he did have his guard up when he came for the trophy. But that didn't last long as Sebastian was well, Sebastian. I mean, are you telling me there is another reason?"

"What if I told you that I'm pretty positive that the only reason Sebastian agreed to help with the proposal was because he only wanted Blaine to be happy because of how much he cared for him."

"No fucking way!" Jeff exclaimed. "Why are you only telling me this now Harwood? How could you not tell me Sebastian honestly liked him beyond wanting to sleep with him?"

"Maybe because I thought it was as obvious to everyone else as it was to me. Just as Blaine being into Sebastian was so obvious to you. Though, if asked, Sebastian would deny it as I asked him more than once."

"I'm an ass." Jeff stated before running his fingers through his hair. "I'm a huge ass and I'm only realizing it now."

"Would you mind filling me in Jeff as you're probably one of the nicest guys I know, aside from Blaine of course?" Thad said while trying not to laugh.

"Do you remember the meeting we all had once the proposal was brought up to those of us that weren't there?"

"Oh shit!"

"Exactly! No wonder Sebastian looked like he wanted to punch something or someone. And then he locked himself in his dorm room and wouldn't talk to anyone after the fact. How could we all have been so blind?"

"Hey, I was pretty sure how Sebastian felt. The rest of you were blind. Heck, why do you think I went after him once he left."

"You could've filled me in as I put my entire foot in my mouth talking about how lackluster the chemistry between Blaine and Kurt was. And then talking about how magnetic it was between Blaine and Sebastian and they were only friends."

"That's putting what you said mildly Jeff."

"Yea, I know. I feel like an ass Thad. I hurt Sebastian and that's not why I said what I did."

"I'm sure he knows that as he didn't kick your ass after the fact. It seems he was pretty resigned to the fact that Blaine was never going to see him as more than a friend. And well, friends want the others to be happy, hence helping with the proposal."

"And it also explains the drinking binge he went on shortly afterwards." Thad added. "If Blaine knew it would crush him to know how badly him proposing to Kurt really hurt Sebastian."

"No kidding, but for some reason I have a feeling everything might've already been discussed." Jeff told him before taking a sip of his beer. "I mean, considering how open they are with one another I wouldn't be surprised if Blaine asked him why he helped."

"True and since according to them both they're essentially an open book to one another, you're probably right." Thad said. "But, it was all a matter of the right question being asked. So, we better keep this to ourselves and that means you can't tell Duval."

"Trust me; this isn't something I'd tell Nick considering he was part of that catastrophe. I already gave him shit for taking part back then. Then I laid into him once more after we found out what happened as I remembered everyone else not understanding how you and I both thought it was such a mistake."

"Little did they all know that we both had a good idea how Blaine and Sebastian felt for one another, though from different aspects."

"So true."

By the time the end of the week rolled around, Blaine and his band had met with Stephen to set up their schedule as well as sign their contracts. Just as they had previously, Sebastian had read through it though this time he actually sent a copy off to his Dad because the language this time around was slightly different due to the duration of it. Not surprisingly, sending it to him had Sebastian telling his Dad more about his personal life than he ever had previously. Though his Dad wasn't too surprised considering the care he was taking in making sure Blaine didn't get screwed over. And they both knew until they really started to make a name for themselves they could easily be taken by an unscrupulous lawyer. But Mr. Smythe did tell Sebastian that Blaine and his band should probably start looking for a manager as well as a lawyer. Yet until they found one, he had no problems helping them which not only made Sebastian extremely happy, it gave Blaine a piece of mind he didn't know he needed.

When Sebastian arrived at Blaine's on Friday after class, he'd made a point to stop off at the liquor store as they both wanted to celebrate this accomplishment which they weren't able to do together the day everything was finalize. So this weekend they were going to start off celebrating and see where it led. Also Blaine was already starting to go through additional songs they wanted to add to their set lists. While they previously thought they had too many at first, it saved them considering the dual encores they'd done that first night.

During his walk up the stairs, Blaine couldn't wait to see Sebastian who'd texted him once he'd arrived and was happy to know Blaine was on his way as well. With everything that had been going on, they were looking forward to a completely quiet weekend. And after speaking with his band, Blaine knew they all needed this as well since rehearsals had taken up quite a bit of their time. Yet they all agreed to get back to work on Monday, though this time around they weren't going to be pressing as much since they already developed quite the repertoire. When he walked through the door of his apartment, he was surprised to see Sebastian standing by the window looking out towards the park. "Hey there." Blaine said causing Sebastian to look over his shoulder and smile. "What are you looking at?" He asked as he took his coat off prior to approaching him.

"Just looking." Sebastian replied before giving him a kiss. "Though, part of me wonders precisely where Berry and Lopez were standing when I was given the illustrious nickname of Mr. Grab-ass."

"Is that because the guys aren't going to let you live it down?" Blaine asked as he wrapped his arms around Sebastian from behind before resting his head against his back. "Though in all honestly Bas, it fits you rather well." That comment caused Sebastian to chuckle before placing one of his hands over Blaine's.

"I can't help myself considering how perfect your ass is. It's just asking to be grabbed."

"I know as you do it quite often, not that I mind."

"Good as I don't see myself stopping. How was class?"

"Back to normal thankfully. The beginning of the week was sort of crazy after everything. More than once I wished you were here when I got home."

"I wish I was too but this week has been crazy. Now, before we get comfortable I want to ask you something." While he spoke, Sebastian was rubbing Blaine's hands gently.

"Alright, what would you like to know?"

"Are you going back to Ohio for Thanksgiving?"

"I am not since our first performance is that weekend and I don't want to risk bad weather screwing with it. Are you?"

"No, as my parents are going away, but that isn't too surprising as I've only gone home twice since moving out here. More often than not they come to visit me as I'd prefer to keep Ohio in my rearview mirror for the most part."

"Understandable. Now, why were you asking?" While he spoke, Sebastian turned in his arms and soon wrapped his arms around Blaine.

"Curiosity." Sebastian replied. "But now that I know neither of us are going home, what would you say to spending it together though I know its short notice and I wouldn't be offended if you already have plans?"

"I'd love to as I don't have plans." Blaine said as he looked up at him. "Your place or mine?"

"Depends, do we want to cook or are we going to go out?"

"Cook."

"Then my place as I have the bigger kitchen."

"Sounds fair enough." Sebastian smiled before leaning down to give Blaine a kiss. Soon after it broke, Blaine took a step and they headed for the couch. "You need to let me thank your Dad for everything he's done."

"I think that can be arranged." Sebastian replied as they got settled on the couch. "He was more than happy to do it. He was also impressed by how fair it was to everyone involved. He said to shows that Stephen isn't trying to screw anyone over."

"I noticed that as well." Blaine said as he leaned against him. "And after things I've heard from people who have played other venues, we've truly lucked out." When he glanced back at Sebastian he smiled as Sebastian was running his fingers through his curls which were going every which way since he'd been wearing a hat. "You enjoy doing that, don't you?"

"It's soothing." Sebastian replied. "I still can't get over the fact that these curls were matted down under all that gel back in high school."

"They were most definitely there. You wouldn't imagine the crap I got once I started putting less gel in once I started college."

"Didn't Kurt like them?"

"He didn't mind them, but he hated if they got too wild. He preferred the more put together look."

"Well, I've seen you dressed up and you still look put together with your curls. Also, there is a bottle of champagne chilling in the fridge."

"Champagne?"

"Yes, as we said we were going to celebrate properly since I couldn't go out with you once all the contracts were signed as I was at that seminar."

"You should know, everyone missed you as well." Blaine said as he took Sebastian's other hand in his. "They truly do credit you and Thad with all of this happening."

"We didn't do anything."

"Sebastian, you did."

"Hey, I went to support my boyfriend at his concert, that's all. If anyone should get credit it's Thad as he's the one that recorded it and shared it with Brad."

"Yet if we didn't get together I never would've begun reconnecting with the guys."

"Fine, I had a little something to do with it. Though your talent is what sold it B." Sebastian then leaned in and kissed the top of his head. "By the way, did Jeff get a hold of you?"

"Yes, he got a hold of me and I've got to tell you, Morgan was delighted as she as well as Talia thought all of the guys were good-looking. And it was easy to describe who Jeff was since he is the blond of the group."

"No doubt."

After talking a bit longer, they decided to order in dinner as neither really felt like going out as the weather had turned in the last couple of days. "Do you have plans for Saturday in two weeks Bas?" Blaine asked after they ordered dinner and weren't too surprised it was going to take twice as long as usual.

"You mean aside from hopefully spending it with my boyfriend, no. Why?" Sebastian replied as he looked down at Blaine who now had his head in his lap.

"Well, Talia is having a party and we're invited. She also said I'm more than welcome to invite the guys as well as Rachel and Santana." Judging from the look on Blaine's face, Sebastian couldn't help but feel that there was something more to this. "Bas, don't you want to go?"

"Sure, but you seem overly eager to go." Shortly after, Blaine got what Sebastian would have to describe as a mischievous look on his face. "Talk to me Killer as something else is clearly going on."

"Considering I go to an arts school, this isn't really your typical party."

"How so?"

"Obviously people will be performing and it's themed."

"Are you performing?"

"Maybe?"

"Blaine."

"Fine, some of the guys asked me to do a number with them and I agreed. But I'm telling you now; it's not something you would probably ever expect me to do." The moment he finished speaking, Blaine watched Sebastian's expression change. "So if you don't want to go, I'd understand and we could meet up afterwards."

"Like I'm going to miss you doing something I wouldn't expect. Plus, do you really think I'd want my boyfriend going to a party without me."

"Don't you trust me Bas?"

"Oh, I trust you. It's other people that I don't trust. Now, what is the theme of this party as I'm assuming we have to dress appropriately?"

"The nineties. And you're right, you do have to dress appropriately otherwise you won't be let in. Though, she will have items available for people to put on."

"The nineties?"

"Yes and while the eighties are the norm she chose the nineties for a specific reason that I'm not at liberty to share."

"I bet I could get it out of you." Sebastian replied as he moved his hand that had been resting on Blaine's chest. He was about to take Blaine into his hand when Blaine placed his hand on top of his, stopping him. "Don't you think you could resist my evitable talent?" When Blaine locked eyes on him, Sebastian had a playful smirk on his face.

"In this case, I think I could as I want you to be surprised." Blaine said as he moved Sebastian's hand to the waist of his pants. "And, I don't want to risk the chance of us being in the middle of something when dinner arrives." While he said this last bit, he interlaced his fingers with Sebastian's. "Last thing I'd want is something so pleasurable interrupted."

"Pleasurable?"

"Immensely."

So while the two of them were waiting on dinner to start their pseudo celebration, Thad and Hunter were actually heading out to dinner. "Are you sure you couldn't convince Sebastian to have them join us?" Thad asked as they waited for their table to be ready.

"Positive." Hunter replied before glancing at his watch, quickly remembering why he learnt quickly to make reservations when going to dinner on a Friday night. "There wasn't anything that was going to get him to go out tonight as he and Blaine have plans."

"Did he say what sort of plans?"

"Just that they are going to spend the night together as they haven't seen each other this week. Plus they're going to celebrate the fact that all contracts have been signed."

"Not that it's something we talk about, but I think we both know how they're going to spend their evening." Thad said with a laugh.

"And here I thought they were going to have a quiet dinner then curl up on the couch and watch movies all night." Hunter replied sarcastically as he was of the same mindset as Thad as to how the two were going to spend the night especially since they hadn't seen each other all week. "Are you going to fill me in on what the girls wanted last Sunday?"

"Only if you tell me why you couldn't make it."

"I couldn't make it as a beautiful brunette showed up at my door wanting to make me breakfast."

"You're kidding me?"

"Nope. She felt bad she couldn't make it to Blaine's show so she wanted to make it up to me." When Hunter replied, the smirk on his face let Thad know precisely how she made it up to him. "And make it up to me she did."

"Ugh! You know, now that you and Sebastian are both getting some on a regular basis your cockiness has actually grown if that was possible."

"Nice choice of words." Hunter said with a laugh. "I'll have to share that one with Sebastian. I guess we just have to try and find someone for you."

"Please do as I'm clearly not having much luck thanks to school."

"Alright. Now, you did notice that both Blaine's bassist and keyboard player are gorgeous, right?"

"Yes, and Jeff is actually interested in his bass player. He even called Blaine to ask about her."

"Alright, what about his keyboard player?"

"I'll keep my options open." Just as Thad replied, their name was called and they were led to their table. "But between their schedule and my class schedule it might not be a good combination." Thad continued once they were seated.

"That actually makes sense." Hunter said prior to ordering a drink. "It could sound lame, but I know your schedule is pretty screwy."

"Tell me something I don't know."

"How about Blaine's bitch of an ex just walked into the restaurant?" The instant Hunter finished, Thad snapped his head towards the doorway and saw Kurt standing there with a group of people.

"How the hell did you recognize him when you barely met him?"

"I've got a knack for remembering faces. That's him, isn't it?"

"In all his fucking glory." Thad said before taking a sip of his drink. "What I wouldn't give to shove Blaine and Sebastian's relationship in his face." The mere tone alone in Thad's comment caught Hunter's attention more than the actual words.

"Dude, chill or that vein in your neck might pop." Hunter replied rather calmly as it was pretty obvious Thad knew more than he let on. Once Thad settled down a bit Hunter looked at him across the table. "Care to tell me what that was about as there was quite a bit of venom behind those words."

"That's because there was after what Santana and Rachel told us."

"What did the girls say?"

"Nothing that I'm going to repeat here, especially with him present as I'll get worked up more and you'll be pissed."

"Thad."

"Trust me Hunter, right now isn't the time but once we leave I will tell you everything I know. Yet there is way more to everything as this came from the girls and not Blaine. I have a feeling it's going to be a long time till Blaine tells any of us aside from Sebastian how bad things were."

"Alright, but I'm going to hold you to that."

"I wouldn't expect anything else." The two of them were about halfway through their meal when they both heard someone clear their throat beside their table. When they both looked up, they were shocked to see Kurt standing there. "Hummel." Thad stated as calmly as he could. "What do you want?"

"Is that anyway to treat someone you haven't seen for so long Thad?"

"You never answered his question." Hunter stated which caused Kurt to look between the two and raise an eyebrow. "Don't even think it."

"Your friend is a little touchy." Kurt said.

"Do you blame him considering the way you looked between us? We're just two friends having dinner before going out for the evening. Or did you forget that not everyone that went to Dalton was gay."

"I see."

"Kurt. What do you want?"

"I only came by to say hello as I swore I recognized you."

"Lucky me." Thad replied with a slight roll of his eyes that matched the sarcastic tone in his voice.

"Sarcasm doesn't suit you Thad."

"Personally, I think it suits him rather well." Hunter replied. "So, if you only wanted to confirm what you saw, you did so now you can go."

"You're not very polite."

"Do you think I care what you think?" Hunter flippantly replied. "And considering what I know of you, I don't plan on changing my attitude in the slightest." When Thad stifled a laugh Kurt just looked at him.

"You find this funny Thad?"

"Considering you don't know my friend, he's actually being polite to you. And you should consider yourself lucky as there is usually a third party to our dinners." That comment caused Hunter to chuckle as he knew precisely who Thad was referring to. "And that friend is very much like the two of us."

"Such charming people you surround yourself with Thad. I'm sure your friends from Dalton would be so happy with the person you've turned into."

"I've always been like this, and they know it."

"Well, I doubt that."

"Really, they do. They had no complaints when I saw most of them this past weekend." While he spoke, Thad crossed his silverware on his plate as it was clear he wasn't going to be finishing his entrée. "It was just like old times."

"You're kidding me, right?"

"I'm not as we all get together every few months since most of us are in the Northeast as most of us went to Ivy League schools. Though there is an immediate group that sees each other more as we live closer to one another."

"Still in college, interesting."

"I'm in med school actually smartass. And the rest of them are either in med school or grad school." Kurt looked at him before looking at Hunter who'd yet to introduce himself.

"I'm in Law school myself."

"It figures as much as you've got the demeanor for it."

"Now, since you interrupted our dinner is there anything else we can do for you?" Thad asked as he sat back in his chair. "By the way, I also heard you lost the best thing that happened to you."

"Excuse me, but what could you possibly be talking about?"

"I heard Blaine divorced your ass." Hunter couldn't stop himself from laughing as Kurt's jaw dropped at Thad's words. "It's about time our boy came to his senses."

"You know absolutely nothing about our marriage."

"He knows enough." Hunter stated. "How else do you think I've heard about you?" The smug grin on Hunter's face only irritated Kurt worse at that moment.

"So you've seen Blaine?" Kurt asked, trying not to lose his cool.

"He was part of the group we were out with this past weekend." Thad told him. "You see, now that you're not in his life, Blaine's reconnecting with his friends that you pushed out of his life."

"And you all just welcomed him back with open arms?"

"We did as we knew you were the cause behind everything and all Blaine wanted was to make you happy. So our feelings for him never changed and well, his for us didn't either. Did you ever think he might've been happier if you hadn't pushed those he cares for out of his life?"

"He was fine and well, he certainly found happiness outside of me and our marriage." When Hunter scoffed, Kurt glared at him. "You have no idea who Blaine is so that reaction is rude."

"I know more about one Blaine Anderson than you might realize." Hunter replied. "And well, I trust my sources more than anything that might come from the mouth of his jaded ex." Hunter then turned to catch their waitress's attention so that they could get their check.

"You're deluding yourself if you think Blaine is the person your so called sources describe." Kurt told him. "Blaine is a liar and a cheat who only cares about himself."

"Well, from the time I've spent with him, I disagree as he's everything they ever said and well, you're everything they said as well." While he spoke, Hunter handed their waitress his credit card after looking at the bill. "Just from this brief meeting, I'm with them as I don't understand what Blaine ever saw in you."

"That's because you don't know me."

"And that's something I'm extremely thankful for." Hunter told him as Thad tried not to laugh. Thad knew deep down Sebastian would love to be witnessing this moment take place. While Kurt looked at them the waitress returned and Hunter quickly filled out his receipt and signed. "Shall we Thad?"

"Absolutely."

"So, you're just leaving?" Kurt said as they stood.

"We are as if we stay any longer we might no longer behave in a manner that those around us would approve of." Thad told him. "And trust me; I've bitten my tongue this entire time." They were about to leave when Thad looked back at Kurt. "If you see me again, please don't come over as I might not be as polite."

Once they walked off, Kurt huffed as he couldn't believe how frustrated he was by the encounter before heading back to his table. Thad and his friend did nothing but push his buttons and he'd allowed it to happen. He should've known better than to engage Thad Harwood in a conversation as he was always a bit arrogant. And much like the rest of the Warblers, protective of Blaine.