The Truth Always Comes Out

                 Chapter 21:  Going Home

          Blaine wakes early and is alone in his hospital room. His door is open and he can hear the nurses talking and people walking by. The memories of yesterday are fresh in his mind and it already starts to replay what happened with Jack Hill. He is tired but he doesn't what to sleep afraid of what he might dream. A nurse walks in and sees that Blaine is awake. “Good morning, Mr. Anderson, “Can't sleep?” He shakes his head no. “As long as you are awake,” the nurse says. “I am going to check your vitals.” Blaine lies there quietly as the nurse does her job. “Everything looks good so you will probably be released this morning. You know, it was very generous of you to donate your bone marrow. It could save a life and that should make you feel very good.” Thank you,” Blaine says. “Are you related to the recipient of your bone marrow? I see you have different last names.” She asks. “Yes, we have the same Father, unfortunately,” he says as he mumbles the last word. “Oh,” the nurse replies. Blaine says, “Long story.” “Do you get along with your brother?” the nurse asks. “Not really, we started to get to know each other but not now,” Blaine said. “I'm sorry to hear that, but at least but at least you will know you made a difference in his life. It sounds like breakfast is on its way,” the nurse says. The clatter of a food cart could be heard coming down the hall. “If I don't see you before you leave, you take it easy and don't give up on your brother yet. Maybe you and your brother will get a second chance just like you gave him a second chance. Bye Mr. Anderson,” she says as she leaves the room.

          Blaine had a mouth full of scrambled eggs in his mouth as Kurt walked into the room carrying a blue duffel bag that contains Blaine's clothes. “Good morning sweetie,” Kurt says as he kisses Blaine on his forehead. “How do they taste?” he asks. “I've had better but I am not complaining I am starving. I haven't eaten in a while,” Blaine says. “I'll make you something tasty when I get you home,” Kurt tells Blaine. “I can't wait,” Blaine says. As Kurt takes Blaine's clothes out of the duffel bag to show him Dr. Potter comes into the room. “Ready to go home I see,” the doctor says with a smile. “Yes I am,” Blaine answers emphatically. “Let me check you out and see if I can make that happen,” he says. “Any pain or discomfort in your hip?” he asks. “No, just a little sore, not too bad,” Blaine explains. “You can take aspirin for relief if needed. If it gets worse call me. Remember you are going to feel tired so don't push yourself too far. Make sure you get enough rest. You can increase your activities as you get stronger,” the doctor reminds him. Looking at Kurt he asks, “Can you make sure he takes it easy for the next few weeks at least?” Kurt says, “I will certainly try my best. “Any questions before I leave?” he asks. “Yes,” Blaine says and asks. “When is Joey going to get my bone marrow?” If all goes as planned he will be admitted into the hospital tomorrow so he can be in a sterile environment when his immune system is destroyed. He will be given a chemo treatment followed by the bone marrow soon after. Then we wait hoping that Joey will go to remission,” he says. “Can he have visitors?” Blaine asks. “Yes he can. He will be in another room though,” Dr. Potter explains. “Any more questions,” he asks. “Just one, can we you know,” he asks sort of embarrassed. “Oh, it depends on how you feel. Remember you are going to be tired and may not have the energy to have sex. I would say give yourself a few days just to recuperate and then play it by ear, listen to your body,” he says. “Does that answer your question?” “Yes thanks,” the boys say. “Okay, you can go and I will see you Blaine in 2 weeks for a checkup. If there is a problem before the checkup call me and Blaine take it easy,” the doctor says as he stands to shake their hands and leaves.  “Let's get you dressed and home,” Kurt says happy to be leaving the hospital. “Those words are music to my ears,” Blaine remarks as he quickly gets up and dressed.

          Kurt unlocks the door and Blaine walks in feeling the joy of being home. Blaine sits down on the couch and Kurt soon joins him. They have been cuddling for a while, feeling content and at peace in this safe place when Blaine says, “Kurt,”  “What?” Kurt asks. “I have to pee,” Blaine announces. “Well that is a problem for you isn't it? You're just going to have to get up and go to the bathroom this time,” Kurt says with a smirk as he points to the bathroom. They both start to laugh realizing there is no place like home.