Blaine couldn't help but smile when he and Cooper arrived at the hospital – Kurt had managed to sit up in bed, and his nurse was trying to coax some soup into him, but he was refusing. It was the same old Kurt – just as stubborn as ever. Cooper decided to wait outside with Burt to give the two boys some privacy. When Blaine walked into the room, Kurt's face split into a wide smile.

"Blaine, sweetie! Dad said you were on your way."

His voice broke Blaine's heart. It made him realise just how weak his boyfriend actually was – his voice was feeble and weak and it sounded like he was struggling to actually speak. Kurt's skin was pale and waxy, his hair messy and unkempt from the chemotherapy he'd had, but gave up when he was told it wasn't working. Blaine fixed a smile on his face and sat in the seat beside Kurt, determined to be the best boyfriend he could possibly be. He leaned over and kissed him gently, causing the nurse to tut. Kurt pulled away angrily.

"Listen lady, you're only here because it's your job. I'm not eating that shit any time soon, so if you don't like the fact I'm gay, leave now."

The nurse set the bowl onto a table and stalked out of the room, her nose in the air.

"Jesus Kurt," Blaine said, concealing a grin. "Bit harsh..."

Kurt rolled his eyes. "What does she care? I'll be dead in a few days anyway."

"Don't say that, don't youdareKurt."

He sighed. "I know this is hard for you..."

"How could they just give up on you like this?!"

"Blaine, they did everything they possibly could."

"They didn't doenough."

"Why are you getting so upset? I'm still here, aren't I?"

"In a few days, you're going to begone.And I'm going to be left here, by myself. I have no idea what I'm going to do without you. You're thelove of my life,Kurt. I don't know how I'm supposed to deal with you not being by my side."

"You're not going to be alone, Blaine. I'll always be with you, in your heart. Youknowthat. You'll grieve for me, and then you'll move on. You'll make it to New York, become astar,and be successful. I know you'll never forget me, but you'll fall in love with someone who's worthy of your heart, and you'll stay with him forever. You'll be happy again."

"Don't," Blaine said, unable to stop the tears falling from his eyes. "Don't say that. You have no idea, okay? I love you so much, it hurts. It physically hurts to love you, because I know you're going to be gone. I'll be all alone, and I don't think I can do it, Kurt."

"Blaine..."

"Do you not remember what I said to you, back at Dalton? Youmoveme, Kurt. Remember when I said there's a moment where you say to yourself 'oh there you are. I've been looking for you forever'. Surely you realise that you're the person I've been looking for? I honestly don't know how to function without you. You're my forever."

Kurt closed his mouth. Very slowly, he pulled Blaine closer to him and pressed their lips together in a gentle kiss. They were both crying at this point.

"I'm so happy Karofsky ran me out of McKinley," he muttered against Blaine's lips.

"What?!"

He chuckled softly. "Oh Blaine, you're so over dramatic. I'm glad he did – otherwise I'd never have moved to Dalton. I'd never have gotten to sing in the Warblers and more importantly, I'd never have metyou.We wouldn't be what we are today."

"Do you regret anything?" When Kurt shook his head, Blaine spoke again. "N-Not even Chandler?"

"Honestly? No. It hurt us both, yes. But we grew closer because of it. And now you know, you've always been the person I love most. You always will be. Chandler was just... stupid."

"I know that. Believe me."

"I love you so much."

"I love you too. Always have. Always will."

They were both smiling at each other, nuzzling their noses together. Kurt lay back on the bed and closed his eyes, obviously exhausted. Blaine bit his lip and took one of his hands, lacing their fingers together.

"Are you going to sleep?" Blaine asked quietly. He knew that if he did, he would probably never wake up.

"Are you crazy?" Kurt replied, grinning without opening his eyes. "And miss any moment I could spend with you? Shut up Blaine, I'm staying awake."

Blaine couldn't help but laugh at his response – same old Kurt.

It broke his heart knowing that it wouldn't last.

It was one-thirty in the morning when Cooper stuck his head around the door. He smiled softly at the sight before him – Kurt had fallen asleep, his hand still holding onto Blaine's, who had fallen into a doze, his head on the bed. Cooper couldn't help but feel sorry for his little brother – he knew just how much he cared for Kurt, and how much this was breaking his heart.

"Hey, Blaine," he whispered, shaking his shoulder gently. Blaine started, causing Kurt to moan and shift in his sleep. "Shh, come here, will you? I have to talk to you."

Blaine stood up, only half-awake, and followed Cooper into the hallway, yawning widely.

"What is it?" He asked in a sleepy voice.

"Dad just rang me. He's furious that you aren't home and I err... got a big angry... But he said to tell you not to come home, unless it's to get your things. Neither of us are welcome there anymore. I'm sorry, Blaine."

He shook his head, giving a small, sad smile. "It's alright Coop, honestly. I won't need my things."

"Meaning what?" Cooper asked sharply, causing several doctors and nurses to throw him disapproving looks.

"Meaning that I'm staying here until Kurt... Yeah. I won't need anything from home until that happens."

"Oh, right... Good. How are you holding up?"

"How do you think, Coop? My boyfriend's on his deathbed. Earlier he kissed me, and it exhausted him. He won't last very long, I know he won't..."

His voice cracked at the end. Cooper pulled his brother into a tight hug, kissing the top of his head. "I'll be here for you when the time comes, okay Blaine? You know I will. You can always come and stay with me if being at home is too much. I'll give you as much time and space as you need."

Blaine thanked him, wiping his tears away, and walked back to sit beside Kurt. He was determined not to fall asleep this time – there was no way he was going to miss a single moment for the remainder of Kurt's life.