I reach the conservatory water – our first date was many months ago but I still remember how nervous I was. I gaze across the water, just like we did that night; 

"See! A date is never complete without a walk and a cup of coffee," Blaine comments, taking a sip from the cup in his hand. I laugh – I seem to be doing a lot of that tonight – and smile because of this amazing man next to me. 
"Is that right?"
"Duh, of course! Any dates that you've been on before that haven't done this, well… not proper dates," he's using his hands to talk and it's adorable. 
We walk a little, in silence and I feel a hand slip into mine, hesitant but firm and warm.
"Come on," Blaine leads us off the path and I didn't even flinch; I felt safe. 
Don't fall fast, Kurt, you can't set yourself up for heart break. 
But even my conscience couldn't stop me from letting my heart expand in my chest as we carried on walking, neither making any attempt to let go of the other's hand. 
We get to the conservatory water and he gently tugs me onto a bench, letting his arm fall around my shoulders and letting out a happy sigh. 
I lean into his touch, completely comfortable.
"I love this place at night, so beautiful." I say.
"Yes, you are," I look up and Blaine's staring straight at me. My cheeks burn but I smile, turning back to the water. It's so peaceful, the boats lit up in the darkness. It looks almost magical and I know I haven't felt this happy in a long time.

It was the most interesting first date I've ever been on. He took me to a drive-in movie of Footloose in a 67 Chevy Impala. That sort of thing happens once in your life. 
He still has that car – refuses to get rid of it. It's barely ever used but there's no way Blaine will get rid of his 'baby'.
And yes, he made me watch Supernatural, telling me that I "haven't lived!" until I did. We spent night after night at one of our apartments, watching episode after episode, season after season. I would never admit it to Blaine, but it was amazing. He also refuses to get rid of the car because there's an idea in his head that we're people who like to go on spontaneous holidays. Or will, one day. 
We're not, by the way. I will say, however, it's useful when we take trips to Ohio to visit my dad. 
We did that once and you'd think that a father, who hasn't seen his son in months, would be very welcoming, offering hugs, but no. Instead,
"Blaine, is this your car?" 
"Yes sir, it is."
Then my dad told him to "Call me Burt," and they gushed over the car for an hour.
I shake my head and peer around for someone I recognise – apparently I'll be seeing a lot of my friends today.
I walk to the water's edge and there are families enjoying the summer air and the sun. I can hear my name being called, somewhere behind me and as I turn, I see Mike, waving. I thought it'd been a while since I'd seen Mercedes, but with Mike, it's been even longer.

Mike is a professional dancer now, and even better than he was in High School. His parents didn't approve at first, but they came around and he went to the best dance school in America. 
"Hey, Mike!" I give him a big hug. 
"it's been way too long, Kurt."
"I know," I pull away, "How have you been?"
"Great! Graduated from college and now I teach dance at an amazing studio in Cali. Tina and I live there now." 
I grin, so glad that Mike went for his dreams and is still with Tina – you could totally tell they were soul mates from the beginning.
"Wow, you and Tina! That's amazing!" He rubs the back of his neck and smiles at the ground.
"Actually, we've been married for about 3 months now." 
My smile widens – I knew those two would make it. 
"That's… incredible, congratulations."
"Thanks Kurt," he's holding another rose and letter, "I now have to give you these.“

I take them and look at the rose and  it amazes me that Blaine remembers that I have a fascination about the colours of flowers and what they symbolize. This ones lavender and means Love at first sight. At least he wasn’t the only one falling to fast I think before opening the letter.

Congratulations for making it this far,

 I scoff, muttering 'dork' and Mike laughs.

I remember this night, how beautiful you looked and how I knew I was falling in love with you, no matter that it was only our first date. I didn't believe in love at first sight, until I met you. You take my breath away, Kurt. You still do.

I can feel tears gathering – he has such a good way with words. It's no wonder he can write songs so well.

The next place I want you to go is to where we first kissed. It may sound cliché, but I swear, I saw fireworks. I still feel chills when I kiss you now and I never get tired of it. I never will. I was so nervous because I have no idea if I was moving too fast but you kissed me back and made me the happiest person alive. Go find that magical spot, where everything changed for us.

I run my thumb over my lips absentmindedly, reading his words and knowing what his lips feel like on mine.

I love you always, Blaine.

Like the others, I put the letter and add the rose to my collection.

I look at Mike and echo my words to Mercedes. 
"I wish I could stay and talk but I'm being sent somewhere else." 
And I receive the same answer, "No worries. I'll see you again very soon." 
I'm sure I will – whatever Blaine has planned, I think they will come up again. I smile, thinking of the next spot and the night at Bethesda fountain.