For the next two weeks their conversations always started with when we meet or when youre here with smiles and excited bopping in seats. On his return to AMDA, Rachel had raised a pointed eyebrow in Kurts direction when she had been told about Blaines impending visit but it was Santana who was all for it.

"Thats great lady lips," she smirked, as she paraded around the apartment as if auditioning for the catwalk. "Im all for catching people online because you cant meet them in real life. Desperate people have got to use desperate means."

"Hey, Im not desperate!" Kurt exclaimed angrily and after a moments pause he realised her full sentiment. "And Im not trying to catch Blaine, were not dating."

"But you will be," Santana said matter-of-factly, "We all know thats how its done."

"Oh stop it!" Kurt said angrily, "Blaine and I are just friends and do not intend to hook up," he air-quoted.

Santana nodded wisely as if she knew the truth.

"But you like him?" Rachel whispered near Kurts ear on the sofa. Kurt looked at Rachel, lowered on the sofa, zipped up in a onesie with her hair pulled away from her face, and he paused a little longer.

"I think so," he admitted with a blush. "I like him, hes pretty cute with his curly hair and oversized glasses and hes a great friend but I dont know what itll be like when we meet. I dont really know him. Maybe I just think I do."

"Well it sounds like a good idea to meet him now then."

"Yeah," Kurt said, "I just dont know whats going to happen when I do."

"When we meet you have just got to come to Disneyland," Kurt enthused, bopping in his seat at his laptop. Blaines eyes widened in excitement.

"Yes!" he said bopping too, "That has to happen!"

"And Griffith Park," Kurt continued, his eyes wandering quickly, giving the impression he was thinking and conjuring images in his mind. Blaine smiled.

Kurts eyes finally landed on Blaines expression.

"You think Im silly?" Kurt said as if it was final. "You think Im planning too much for your first visit?"

"No," Blaine said, his expression softening, his head shaking, "But I just worry that itll disappoint. We might not have time."

Kurt nodded slowly accepting the sentiment and realising his mistake.

"Im just really looking forward to you visiting Blaine," Kurt said quietly, knowing that the sentence uttered meant so much more. Blaines eyes seemed to turn a golden brown and he smiled, a twinkle appearing as he took it all in.

"I cant wait either," Blaine said. "But it doesnt matter what we do or where we go. I get to meet you, thats enough."

At the thought, there was such an unadulterated look of expectation and amazement on Blaines face that Kurt felt tears appear in his eyes, though he smiled brightly.

"Then I wont plan anything more," Kurt said, still beaming, almost feeling bigger sitting opposite Blaine on the laptop screen. "I cant wait."

Kurt was true to his word, he didnt plan a thing, but the time came to meet Blaine at the airport, the shiny floor causing Kurt to sweep his foot in circular movements repeatedly with ease. Kurt thought he should have planned for this. This feeling of nervous energy coursing through his veins, causing him to pick at the delicate skin of the tips of his fingers until they were red and sore. His lip caught beneath his teeth, his eyes darting to gaze on every single person that came through the terminal. He had considered having a placard to announce his presence, declaring he was waiting for someone named Blaine but he had thought it all too much. Surely Blaine would recognise him, would remember what he looked like from so many skype calls. When Kurt realised he was rising and falling on the balls of his feet, he stopped still and tried to wait patiently.

Blaine came eventually, his overnight luggage trailing behind him, his own eyes darting, scanning for Kurt, the Kurt he had only seen through a laptop. He looked tired but so excited and as if his own skin was buzzing at the thought of seeing Kurt, that Kurt could only shout and wave when he appeared amidst the crowd.

"Blaine!"

Blaines eyes landed on Kurt and he rushed forward, his feet going ahead of his brain so when he stopped in front of the guy he was slowly calling his best friend, he was unsure what to do. Kurt went forward as if to hug him but at the last minute he seemed to think better of it and his arms hang limply at his side. If Blaine was disappointed he didnt show it; it took only a moment of hesitation before he decided to hug Kurt anyway.

Kurt breathed out quickly with the hug, Blaine squeezing him in his eagerness. Blaines face was alight with such happiness at seeing his best friend for the first time that Kurt beamed in return.

"Youre here," Kurt whispered, a little dazed. Blaine nodded. "Was your flight good?"

"Not too bad," Blaine said, still smiling. Even the reminder that he had sat between two larger men on the plane and didnt have a window seat like he hoped, couldnt dampen his mood.

"Do you want to grab something to eat? Maybe on the way to your hotel?" Kurt asked, nervous butterflies finally settling in his stomach. Blaine wasnt all that different to the guy he had gotten to know on the laptop, thousands of miles away. It was strange to think he was here, flesh and blood, and Kurt touched him carefully, brushing his arm in case he was going to vanish. Blaine noticed but it only caused his smile to grow bigger.

"That sounds like a plan, Batman," Blaine said laughing and Kurt joined in, his musical laughter ringing out. They started walking to get out of the busy airport.

"Its so great to see you," Blaine said, as they walked. "Its strange isnt it, you look so different in front of me but I know youre just the same."

Blaine started sharing stories of his travelling, the time he had off over the break and they soon came across a nice coffee shop when they got nearer to Kurts accommodation.

"Find us a table, Ill get these," Blaine said as he walked with a bounce to the counter. Kurt was surprised but he took Blaines luggage and settled nearby on a comfy sofa chair. Blaine soon walked over with a tray of coffees and cookies; it rocked slightly as he placed it on the table between them.

"Mocha, right?" Blaine asked and Kurts mouth opened slightly.

"You remembered?"

"Yeah," Blaine said shrugging and taking his seat, "You mentioned it once on the phone when you were wandering home after a class. I didnt know what cookies you might like so I got a selection."

Kurt shook his head slightly but Blaine just looked confused.

"What did you want to do while you were here?" Kurt asked after a while, conversation once again flowing easily between them. "I was good and didnt plan anything like you said."

"I know this isnt very exciting but Id kind of like to take some photos," Blaine said, his shoulders sinking slightly under the suggestion. "Find some strange places, listen to all the stories of the city and take shots that capture something. Is that ok?"

"Oh yeah, that sounds great. I dont think Id be very good at spotting places so you might have to suggest a few, help me take photos. You have an eye for that, I just see people, you recognise the story."

"I just wonder what makes people tick," Blaine said shrugging his shoulders at the compliment. "I look at them when theyre thinking or struggling and cant help but wonder what goes through their head. New York is a great place for capturing moments. I love it there."

"Im so jealous," Kurt said sadly, "I wish I was there."

"You should visit me," Blaine said eagerly. "I mean I cant offer you accommodation but you should still come. See what youre missing."

"We went there for nationals in my junior year of high school and I had such plans but they never happened. It seems so far away now."

"It doesnt have to be," Blaine said, "Life is what you make it. Just because youre in LA now doesnt mean youll always be there. Someone once told me its so very important to dream and strive for what you really want in life."

Kurt smiled. He had remembered.

"I have the perfect place to go tomorrow," Kurt said his mind full of pictures, his eyes filled with excitement.

"Cant wait."

Kurt took Blaine to meet Santana and Rachel before he took him to his hotel. The girls were both subdued, observing Blaine to find out what he was all about. Santana looked him over carefully, determined to find something that was off or wrong, something to criticise but even his outfit and nerdy glasses seemed to suit Blaine. She thought of a great cutting comment but one glance at his innocent expression, full of wonder at finally meeting Kurt and his friends and she couldnt say it. It died on her lips and although she protested, started to complain about all the singing, she soon joined in on their sing along as they all watched Mamma Mia.

As it got later, Kurt took Blaine to his hotel, helped him check in and got back to his room hours later.

"Hes lovely," Rachel gushed as soon as he entered. "And his voice… that voice sounds like honey. You have got to start practicing and planning for duets with him." Kurt rolled his eyes. Next shell be planning his wedding.

"Just let the guy visit first."

"No but Kurt hes a keeper, you can just tell."

Kurt looked to Santana for advice but she stayed mute and cocked an eyebrow. If even Santana seemed to approve, could find nothing wrong with him, Kurt was completely done for.

Is it funny I still need to text you, though I saw you only a couple of hours ago?

No, I was just about to text too. My day isnt complete without a goodnight text! Thanks for today Kurt. It was perfect :)

Kurt looked at the smiley face, took a second to decide then typed his own reply on his phone.

It was perfect… looking forward to tomorrow and finally seeing LA though Ive lived here for months now. Good night Blaine x

Kurt held his breath, waited for a beep and watched the clock face on his phone indicate a minute had passed.

Looking forward to tomorrow too! Sweet dreams Kurt x

They took to hiking the following day, determined to see the sights from great heights. Blaine came ready with his camera, constantly clicking but as the sun started to set and the boys had chatted for hours, they saw sights that seemed to echo The Lion Kings opening scene. Blaine goofed around, sang the African sounds, making Kurt fall about laughing. Blaine clicked again.

"You took a photo of me laughing?" Kurt said, stopping short. Blaine worried his bottom lip, nodding, was Kurt offended?
Kurt suddenly sprang to life, gripped the camera and took it from Blaines hands and started madly clicking to capture Blaines face. It was comical how struck he was and Kurt took so many shots of surprise, Blaines mouth ajar, his eyes wide. Blaine started to laugh, the light lines around his eyes, his mirth showing and highlighting how truly gorgeous Kurt thought he was, as the camera continued to click until eventually Kurt handed it back.

"Theyll look fantastic," Kurt said without thinking and Blaine could only blush at the sincere praise. He turned to face the hill in front of them, the sun setting behind it so it glowed a shade of orange. A group of men were standing on top so they were silhouetted, their hats shapes noticeable.

"Its awesome here," Blaine said smiling at the shot he had just taken.

"I wish I could spot those shots, see the beauty in things like you do," Kurt said quietly. Blaine faced him, wondering at the comment and then noticing the drop beneath them. He crept closer and looked down, causing Kurt to panic slightly as he stayed safely where he could just see skyline. Blaine suddenly started to sing.

Hope when you take that jump

You dont fear the fall

Hope when the water rises

You build a wall

Hope when the crowd screams out

Theyre screaming your name

Hope if everybody runs

You choose to stay

Blaine turned, his eyes shining with exploration and wonder at the world he had stumbled upon and most of all the person he was with, after all these months of talking and seeing only a computer screen.

Hope that you fall in love

And it hurts so bad

Blaine smiled as if saying a secret and knowing Kurts answer.

The only way you can know

Is give it all you have

And I hope that you dont suffer

But take the pain

Hope when the moment comes

Youll say...

Blaine suddenly grabbed Kurts hand and forced him to come closer, nearer the drop and watching the scene that unfolded below, untouched and perfect.

I, I did it all

I, I did it all

I owned every second

That this world could give

I saw so many places

The things that I did

Yeah, with every broken bone

I swear I lived

Kurts laughter rang out and then as Blaine paused he sang out too, his voice alone, Blaine watching as Kurt looked out at the sight below.

Hope that you spend your days

But they all add up

And when that sun goes down

Hope you raise your cup

I wish that I could witness

All your joy and all your pain

But until my moment comes

Ill say...

And they sang together, Kurt really feeling like he could do it all. Hed felt a little stilted in LA recently, trapped in a place that he didnt really belong but with Blaine he could feel a little more alive again. With Blaine it was a better place after all.

I, I did it all

I, I did it all

I owned every second

That this world could give

I saw so many places

The things that I did

Yeah, with every broken bone

I swear I lived

"Tomorrows going to be a great day," Blaine said smiling and Kurt believed him.