The Truth Always Comes Out

               Chapter 25: Life is Good

Kurt's eyes are filled with tears as Blaine opens a small black box revealing a beautiful titanium ring with a Celtic weave. “Yes,” Kurt says as he hugs and kisses Blaine not caring that people can see them. “Yes, I will marry you!” Kurt says again. Blaine takes the ring out of the box as Kurt holds out his left hand. Blaine slowly slides it on to his ring finger singing, “I will love you until my dying day.” They embrace again as their faces are covered with tears of joy.

The carriage slowly comes to a stop. “We have arrived,” said the driver. Kurt looks at the building and realizes he is outside his favorite restaurant. “Mr. Hummel, would you do me the honor of having dinner with me?” Blaine requests. “It would be my pleasure Mr. Anderson.” Kurt replies. They carefully get out of the carriage and enter the restaurant. Their table is ready so they are quickly escorted to their seats. On the table there is a bucket filled with ice and a bottle of non-alcoholic champagne. The waiter carefully opens the bottle of champagne and pours a glass for each boy. “I will be back with your entrees in a few minutes.” the waiter says as he leaves. They pick up their glasses as they star at each other and Blaine says, “A toast, a toast to a future together filled with love, health, and dreams fulfilled.” They clink their glasses and take a sip. “My turn,” Kurt says. “To us, may we grow together as we build a life that is filled with joy, laughter and respect for each other that will last forever. I love you Blaine Devon Anderson, you are perfect to me.” They clink their glasses again and took a sip of champagne followed by a passionate kiss.”Excuse me,” the waiter says as he sets down their food. “You ordered dinner?” Kurt asks. “I know your food order Kurt.” Blaine replies. They both smile and begin to eat. During dinner they laugh, joke, and simply enjoy being together and dreaming about their future. “This has been wonderful Blaine. How can I ever top this day? It has been perfect.” Kurt says in complete happiness. “Well, I think I know of a way.” Blaine says with a twinkle in his eye. They leave the restaurant and start walking home slowly. Their hands are entwined as the sun is setting, never wanting this day to end, and knowing this is the first of many wonderful days they will spend together.

The next day Blaine wakes up well after the sun has risen and sees Kurt looking at the ring on his left hand with a smile on his face. “Good morning Kurt, my fiancé.” Blaine says. “Good morning to you Blaine, my fiancé. It really happened. It wasn't a dream.” Kurt says still filled with joy. “No, it wasn't a dream and you my love are stuck with me for the rest of your life because you said, yes.” Blaine reminds him as he gives him a kiss. “I can't imagine being stuck with anyone else.” Kurt says as he returns the favor. “Blaine, I'd love to stay here with you in bed all day, but we need to get up so we can go check on Joey to make sure he has everything he needs, especially since his Father is not there.” Kurt suggests. “Okay, but I need one more kiss.” Blaine says.

They are heading for Joey's when Blaine says, “Stop, I almost forgot. We have to pick up 3 thick chocolate milkshakes because we have some to celebrating to do. We have our engagement, Joey getting back home, and Jack Hill out of our lives.” Blaine says happily as they head to their favorite milkshake shop.

Joey hears some noise outside his door followed by a knock on the door. “Who is it?” Joey asks concerned. “Kurt and Blaine,” they say in unison. Joey opens his door and lets them in. “Are you guys drunk? It's awful early in the afternoon to be drinking.” Joey comments. Blaine says, “Yes, yes we are drunk, but not drunk on alcohol. We are drunk on love. We are here to celebrate and the best way to celebrate is with…Kurt holding up the bag. “Thick chocolate milkshakes,” they both yell. Come on in and sit down. Tell me what we are celebrating. They sat down and Blaine starts to explain. “We are celebrating your release from the hospital and hoping to hear some good news about your cancer soon.” They raise their plastic cups and clink them together and the take a suck. “We are celebrating the exit of Jack Hill out of our lives, at least for a while.” Again they clink their cups together and suck. “But the main reason we are celebrating is…” Blaine says as Kurt holds out his left hand. “Oh my God, oh my God, you guys are engaged! That's great!” Joey yells as they clink their cups and this time they take a big gulp that causes all of them to end up with milkshake moustaches. “We are happy you approve.” Blaine says. “Have you picked a date yet?” Joey asks. “No, not yet, we are planning on a long engagement so probably not for a few years.” Kurt says. “Besides it will take Kurt a few years to plan it.” Blaine jokes. “Well, I hope to be there for your nuptials when they do happen.” Joey says. “You had better be there because I expect you to be one of my groomsmen.” Blaine states. “Really, I would love to be part of your wedding.” Joey says excitedly as his phone starts to ring. He notices the name on his phone and wipes the moustache off his mouth as he picks it up to answer. “Hello,” Joey says concerned. “I didn't expect to hear from you this soon.” Joey listens to the person on the other end of the phone intently. Kurt and Blaine are watching Joey as he gets up and walks into the living room. They notice that tears are beginning to form in Joey's eyes and soon begin to fall down his face, as they clean their mouths off. Worry starts to form on Blaine's face as he looks at Kurt. “Okay, I will see you tomorrow.” Joey says as he ends the call and walks back to the kitchen and sets the phone down on the table. Blaine says, “Joey,” in a concerned tone. Joey slowly looks up at Blaine and says, “That was Dr. Potter,” he says quietly. “I'm in remission, I am in remission!” Joey shouts at the top of his lungs. Joey pulls Blaine into a tight hug. “Thank you, thank you.” Joey says as both boys are in tears. “I will be at your wedding!” he says filled with joy. “I believe this news requires a second round.” Kurt says as he leaves to get 3 more thick chocolate milkshakes, leaving Blaine and Joey alone to be brothers. Blaine and Joey continue to hug and shed tears of joy. Blaine whispers into Joey's ear. “Sometimes when the truth comes out good things can happen.” Joey smiles because he understands and agrees.