"What did Wes say?" Kurt asked calmly while retrieving the phone.

"It's Jeff; he dropped out of the duet because he's sick and can't talk. Their holding last minute auditions for his part today. Meaning we'll have less than 24 hours to rehearse!"

Regionals were the next day. Dalton was holding a half a day of classes so that the Warblers could have extra rehearsal time. Blaine had been staying at the Hudson-Hummel house for 4 days now. Every night Kurt would sneak into the room with Blaine for a repeat performance of that first night. He would then sneak out and back to the cot before morning.

This was nice and all, but it felt weird to sneak around. But Kurt had a plan. He surprised his dad and Carole the night before with a free night stay in a hotel. He won them on the radio and said that it was to make up for them spending their honeymoon money on his tuition for Dalton. Finn, being technically older, was left in charge. Kurt knew that just meant he had to make sure Blaine and Kurt slept separately, didn't sneak off behind closed doors, and basically make sure they kept it PG. But Finn is easily bribed. Kurt had big plans for the night.

Warblers practice was crazy. Everyone was fighting for that feature spot. While everyone auditioned, Blaine stared daggers at Jeff. Kurt held his hand to calm him. He had to roll his eyes. Honestly, his boyfriend was such a perfectionist when it came to music. When it was Kurt's turn he turned to Blaine.

"Hon, I need your assistance."

Blaine look at him, confused, " thought you were doing that Evita song?" Why do you need me?"

"I changed my mind. I wanna do that song you taught me. By that internet guy." Blaine understood and went to retrieve the guitar from the instrument closet.

They settled on some stools in front of the rest of the room. Blaine began playing the intro.

No reason to tell you that I need you
Or give my heart
To something we know is never gonna start

No reason to say that I miss you
Or that my heart
Grows a little weaker each day we're apart

Tell me how to fix the situation
Live another day
There's gotta be something better than just running away
Away

Love runs away
Stop a heart that's beating
Make it ok
There's a wound that's bleeding
It can take you down like a wave and there's no escape
And I can't breathe until I break away

Lean in I got a little secret
Only you can hear
My life falls back to pieces
Every time that you are near

And I've seen better times since you left that night
And in the back of your mind you know I'll be just fine
But for now I'm gonna run away
'Cause I don't know how much that I can take

And you're my chorus, my refrain
In a dark room, you're my window pane
When the chorus ends, with windows shut
Another one will open up
Ooh

Love runs away
Stop a heart that's beating
Make it ok
There's a wound that's bleeding
It can take you down like a wave and there's no escape
And I can't breathe until I break away

(in a round 3x) And I've seen better times since you left that night
And in the back of your mind you know I'll be just fine
But for now I'm gonna run away
'Cause I don't know how much that I can take

Love runs away
Stop a heart that's beating
Make it ok
There's a wound that's bleeding
It can take you down like a wave and there's no escape
And I can't breathe until I break away

No reason to tell you that I miss you
Or give my heart
To something we know is never gonna start.

As the song came an end, Kurt looked around the room. They were silent and just stared at the two boys. But as they moved to go back to their seats, the room exploded in applause.

"Well I don't think we really need to vote, but all in favor of Kurt singing with Blaine tomorrow night?" Wes laughed at how fast everyone's arms raised, he hit his gavel and the decision was made. Kurt beamed throughout the rest of rehearsal. Stage one of his plan was complete.

Kurt and Blaine practiced in Kurt's room all afternoon. They stopped for dinner, well the pizza Finn ordered, then headed back up to the room.

"Blaine, we rehearsed enough! There is such a thing as over doing it!" Kurt and Blaine were sitting, facing each other, on Kurt's bed.

"I know, I just, I just want to win. I want to be perfect…."

"What is this really about? I mean, I know you're a perfectionist, but this is a little much even for you!"

"My mom's coming. And my sisters. It's been a week. I miss them…" Blaine looked down at his knees, "I just wanna be perfect for them. So they know I'm ok."

Kurt went and sat behind Blaine, rubbing his shoulders, he really was too tense. "Don't worry. You'll be more than perfect! Trust me. You're amazing!"

Blaine turned his torso and kissed Kurt intensely. Kurt melted in to the kiss and placed his arms around Blaine's back. Blaine placed his hands on Kurt's hips and tried to lean him back.

"No, no." Kurt said, shaking his head, "I'm in charge this time. He pressed on Blaine's chest, laying him on his back. Kurt placed his knees on either side of Blaine's hips and resumed their kiss. It wasn't much longer before Kurt's erection strained against the zipper of his pants and from what he could feel underneath him, Blaine was right there along with him.

They removed their shirts, and continued their making out while their hands explored exposed skin. Blaine's hands slid over Kurt's clothed ass, squeezing his hips closer. Kurt began to rock his hips against Blaine. Then he decided it was time for stage two of his plan. He let his lips graze along Blaine's jaw, up to his ear. He kissed and nibbled the ear lobe. Blaine let out the most delicious moans as Kurt made his way down his neck. He got to that point where the shoulder met the neck; he sucked and nipped the skin, leaving dark love bites. Then Kurt moved to Blaine's collarbone. He traced his tongue along the shape out it.

"Oh shit! Kurt!" Blaine's hips ground against Kurt's even harder. "Touch me! Please!"

"Not yet!" Kurt whispered as his tongue glided down to one of Blaine's nipples. He licked and sucked it gently. Blaine's fingers dug into Kurt's back. Kurt kissed his way over to the other nipple and repeated his actions. He could feel, see, and hear Blaine becoming completely undone.

Kurt then began to kiss and lick him way down Blaine's stomach. Just as he was about to reach his waistband, he heard Blaine whimper.

"Wait! Kurt… are you sure?" Blaine looked at Kurt with lust but concern.

"More than sure"

"Kurt... I think I should tell you something first." Kurt looked up at Blaine. He seemed nervous about what he was about to say. Kurt readied himself.

"What is it…?"

Blaine pulled Kurt up to eye level, "I love you. I am in love with you. I have been since the first time I saw you. And I know I was pretty adamant with the whole just friends thing before, but it kinda of scared me that I was so into you when I barely knew you. But then you told me you like me and it was like everything was finally coming together. And now that I have you to myself, I feel insanely happy. Kurt you make me happy!"

Kurt was stunned. He lean forward and kissed Blaine gently on his temple. "I love you too. I've always loved you!"

Blaine kissed Kurt, this time it was different. It wasn't just two horny teenage boys trying to get off, it was to lovers just being together. Kurt snuggled into Blaine's chest. They seemed to forget their plans to fool around as they drifted off to sleep.

The next morning, Kurt woke to an empty bed. He shot up, concerned. His bed still smelled of Blaine, but he didn't have time to breath it in. He quickly got up, bypassing putting on a shirt. He checked the bathrooms. Empty. He checked the family room. Empty. He checked the kitchen. Blaine was standing at the stove, flipping pancakes.

Kurt walked over, wrapped his arms around Blaine, and kissed him lightly on his neck. "Morning, you."

"Morning. I thought I'd make us a nice breakfast. We have a very important show tonight!"

Kurt practically jumped out of his skin with excitement. He was finally going to shine. After over a year being under-appreciated in New Directions and then being trapped sing back-up with the Warblers, he was really happy to get a little limelight. And to share it with Blaine. The boy he loved. The boy who loved him back.

Blaine flipped the last pancake onto the plate and shut off the stove. He then turned in Kurt's arms to greet him with a kiss. "You know I meant everything I said last night."

"Good! 'Cause I meant everything I said too." Kurt playfully pulled on a few of Blaine's curls. He rather enjoyed the non-gelled look. But he knew Blaine would never walk around school with it all unruly like this.

They ate in comfortable silence. Then they went off to separate rooms to get ready for their big day. Regionals were too important for them to get distracted now.

"Has anyone ever died on stage?" Kurt and Blaine were backstage about to go on for their set.

"Are you nervous?" Blaine seemed shocked at the possibility, but when he saw Kurt's terrified face, he could see he was. "Aww, baby, you will be fine! You're an amazing performer and an even more amazing singer. And even if you do mess up, everyone will be too distracted by your beauty to care."

Kurt forced a smile at Blaine. He knew that was supposed to make him feel better, but it didn't, it really didn't. He still felt like the song wasn't suited for him, but it was too short notice to come up with a new on. He just had to learn Jeff's part and hope for the best. They heard the announcer introduce them. They took their places on stage. The warblers began their back-up vocals. Then Kurt stepped forward to sing:

The moon was shining on the lake at night
The slayer T-shirt fit the scene just right
Through smeared mascara
I looked into your eyes and saw a light

You told me stories about your chickadees
They didn't like BB guns or stupid archery
You charmed the lifeguard
He let them use the pool all day for free
Then the conversation stopped
And I looked down at my feet
I was next to you and you were right there next to me
Then I said

Girl, if you're wondering if I want you to (I want you to)
I want you to
So make them move (make them move)
cause I ain't got all night

The rest of the summer was the best we've ever had
We watched titanic and it didn't make us sad
I took you to Best Buy
You took me home to meet your mom and dad

Your mom cooked meat loaf,even though I don't eat meat
I dug you so much,I took some for the team
Your dad was silent
His eyes were fixed to what was on TV
And the conversation stopped,and I looked down at the ring
Your folks were next to you
And you were right there next to me
And I said

Girl, if you're wondering if I want you to (I want you to)
I want you to (I want you to)
I swear it's true (swear it's true)
Without you my heart is blue
Girl,if you're wondering if I want you to (I want you to)
I want you to (I want you to)
So make the move (make the move)
cause I ain't got all night

So much pain may come our way
There may come a day when we have nothing left to say

When the conversation stops and we're facing our defeat
I'll be next to you and you'll be right there next to me
Then I'll say

Girl, if you're wondering if I want you to (I want you to)
I want you to (I want you to)
I swear it's true (swear it's true)
Without you my heart is blue,oh
Girl, if you're wondering if I want you to (I want you to)
I want you to (I want you to)
So make the move (make the move)
Cause I ain't got all night

They finished their set and returned to the greenroom. Kurt snuck out to the audience to watch his friends perform. Blaine joined him. They both were in awe over Finn's rendition of "Dreaming with a Broken Heart" by John Mayer.

"I didn't know your brother could sing like that" Blaine whispered. Kurt just nodded slowly as he heard them burst into a group number. Kurt had never heard them sound better. He had to admit the addition of Lauren wasn't a total fail. They were so good that he genuinely thought they might win. When his old friends finished up, Kurt and Blaine snuck back to their greenroom to await the results.

Kurt was sulking around the lobby while he waited for Blaine. He just wanted to leave. But as mad as Kurt was, Blaine was ten times worse. He came storming out of the stage doors and blew by Kurt.

"Let's go!" Blaine yelled over his shoulder. Kurt would be lying if he said it wasn't a little scary to see Blaine this mad.

The car ride was silent. Kurt couldn't stand the tension anymore. "Ok I know this can't be just because we lost. I'm upset too, but you are way overreacting!"

"They didn't even show up." Blaine muttered while starring out the passenger side window. He was on the verge of tears.

"What?" It took Kurt a second to process what Blaine meant. Then he remembered that his mother and sisters were supposed to be at the show. "I'm sure they had a good reason, Blaine." He wasn't sure what else to say. When they got to Kurt's house, Blaine went up to Kurt's room and collapsed on to the bed. Kurt walked over to him, sitting carefully next to him. He rubbed small circles on Blaine's back. "Shh, it's ok. Everything will be fine. I promise."

With that Blaine broke down. Kurt just held him, unsure of how to handle the situation. Everything will be fine. He was sure of it.