Chapter Four

There couldnt have been a more romantic scene to be thrust into: a white gazebo, out in nature surrounded by trees and soft green grass. White flowers, roses with babys breath, and ribbons of taffeta and lace decorated the columns. What shattered the illusion was the countless people walking by, carting heavy photography equipment and lighting gear. Kurt had no trouble telling himself he wasn't on his actual wedding day, not when a guy dressed in a hideous and common t-shirt and shorts combo thrust a white bouquet in Kurts hands.

“I guess this is it then?” Kurt said to the young man on his left, waving the bouquet in his direction.

“Looks like it... ready to do this?” Blaine asked.

“What, do a mock wedding photo-shoot that might help gain marriage rights for same sex couples? Of course I am!” Kurt scoffed.

The pair was ushered over to the gazebo and quickly prompted about what was expected of them, what sort of poses their photographer would want, and how the shoot would end up taking a good portion of the day. All the while, both men tried their best not to succumb to Californias blazing heat and sweat right through their tuxes.

When a familiar face appeared, both models were happy and relieved to see him. Carl made his way to the crowded area and he nodded at the sight of the two. “Well, you two look marvellous! Holly is going to love the results of todays work -- but not as much as the photographer, whos just arrived.”

Blaine leaned forward to get a glance at the man in question; he was curious to see what Tinas boyfriend looked like. When a tall, kind-faced young man with short black hair and a carefree mannerism approached the group, Blaine was surprised. This was him? Blaine had been expecting some extreme hardball artist who took crap from no one to get the photographic results that made you famous.

“Hey guys, I see everything is well under way, and now its my turn,” the young man stated as he jogged up.

“Meet Mike Chang, an up-and-coming photographer who our agency was lucky enough to snag. Hell be the one to handle your shoot. Go easy on them Mike, this is their first day on the job,” Carl said as he introduced the new arrival.

“Of course I will. I thrive on encouragement, not scare tactics. Youll see how well that works when the negatives come back. Nice to meet the both of you. Lets all do our best today,” Mike said in greeting.

After pleasantries were exchanged between the new models and their first photographer, the real work began. It started with Kurt and Blaine needing to get up close and personal. That wasnt hard to comply with, and the pair even managed to keep it together and fool everyone into thinking they were old pros at this. Really it didnt escape either newly made model how bashful they were on the inside when they were literally being thrust together, pushed up nice and close. All they could do was smile and attempt to evoke the romantic ambiance they were trying to sell.

“Thats it guys, smile, really try to show the love... Kurt, move your chin to the left there... almost got it...” Mike muttered from behind the camera lens.

Kurt did his best to make the necessary movements, but Blaines hand touching the small of his back was rather distracting. The intense near blinding light of the flash as Mike took shot after shot wasnt helping either, but Kurt took it all in stride. So did Blaine, who was also doing well considering how out of his element he was.

After a few more shots Blaine was handed the bouquet this time to hold and both he and Kurt were given instructions byMike to hold the bunch of flowers between their grasping hands. Kurt gave Blaine a sheepish smile as they tried to get their coordination under control and do what was being asked of them.

“Youre getting the hang of it now, this might be the money shot...” Mike said.

“Maybe we should lace our fingers together?” Kurt offered, hoping his opinion wouldnt be taken as being too forward.

“Thats an excellent idea, wish I had thought of it!” Carl replied and Mike gave an agreeing nod.

It was the perfect picture, Blaine and Kurt standing as close as physically possible, the sides of their heads almost touching. In the middle of the seemingly tender embrace, Blaine and Kurts connected hands, now with fingers laced together, held the bouquet in place with their thumbs. Blaines mouth was slightly open to reveal a toothy grin, like he couldnt believe he was marrying the love of his life. Blaine made this act possible by thinking what he would be like if he was actually on his wedding day, no matter who was going to marry in this fantasy. Just the idea of getting to express his love on such a special day that was not only legal but fully accepted by society -- both notions seemed far off into the future, but he hoped each would become a reality at some point in time.

Kurt's mouth was closed shut but the dreamy expression on his features was every bit as believable as his shutter bug subject buddy. It was like anyone looking upon him in that moment could read his thoughts, and they were saying, “This is happening, its really my day, Im getting married today!”

Mike took a number of shots of the scene of wedded bliss before he was content. “Okay at ease you two, great work so far!”

Blaine and Kurt pulled apart instantly -- not that they found being so close uncomfortable, but their swift movements were all to do with the stifling heat and being dressed in full black.

“Good lord, I feel like Im trapped in an easy bake oven,” Kurt wheezed.

“Lucky for you its break time. Take those jackets off and go get some well-deserved refreshments. Chandler?” Carl called out as he clapped his hands together to break the shoot up for an intermission.

At the sound of his name, Chandler snapped into action and ordered his two gofers to take Blaine and Kurts jackets, handing them portable fans as a trade-off. “Ive got it covered, boss! Right this way, gentlemen. The catering car is close by and so is a trailer with full air conditioning.”

“Lead the way, please. If I wasnt so near over-heated Id run,” Blaine commented as he walked alongside Kurt and behind Chandler.

“You think living in LA for the past five years would mean Ive gotten used to the heat...” Kurt remarked.

“I read you loud and clear. Theres no fun in having to dress down so much just to cope,” Blaine said with a cute pout.

Blaines complaint over how the LA lacked the necessary cold weather to allow layers was actually turning Kurt on. This combined with his apparent good looks and sexual appeal of course made Kurt glad he was holding onto a fan, since he was feeling quite flustered now for different reason that being a prisoner to the elements.

“You guys were totally amazing. I mean seriously, there was no way to tell you werent taking your actual wedding photos! If I had half the talent that you two had then I wouldnt be running around like a chicken with a head cut off doing others' bidding! Not that I mind my job. Im very fortunate and I mean, I feel like Im helping make a real difference, one cup of coffee at a time!” Chandler chattered to such an extent it was amazing how he could do so without taking a breath for air. “Oh, Im doing it again!” he blurted out.

“Again, I think its very impressive,” Blaine assured.

“I can get myself going when Im really into it too, but not to such a scale,” Kurt added.

“Since youre being so nice to me Im going to go get you both ice coffees from the nearby Starbucks,” Chandler said.

“Um, well I would love that, but Kurt...” Blaine began, once again falling into the habit of speaking for Kurt like they were a couple.

“Would like nothing better than an iced mocha, thank you Chandler. That would hit the spot... especially since I quit my coffee bar job and have to pay for my java now,” Kurt finished for himself.

Chandler brought them to the craft services, which was conveniently next to their trailer. He told them they had an hour-long break and dashed off to get them their promised drinks. Finding themselves in each other's company once more, Kurt and Blaine chose to make the most of their situation which, while hectic and a little crazy, was something wonderful. That was the agreed opinion between Blaine and Kurt as they found themselves sitting in their trailer, munching on their lunch and out of their tuxes for the break.

“Well today has been quite the day. Even when were not eating wedding cake, Im having the time of my life,” Blaine stated.

“Who needs cake when we have iced coffees?” Kurt asks. “Oh, who am I kidding? Think we should abuse our position and ask Chandler to go on a cake run?”

“We could go out together after the job's over...” Blaine suggested.

“Have that date we havent gotten around to going on yet?” Kurt added flirtatiously.

“Will you go out with me, Kurt?” Blaine asked, finding the need to do it properly.

Kurt smiled at Blaine, reaching out to brush off a piece of cheese from the corner of Blaines mouth. “Yes, Ill go out with you, Blaine,” he cooed.
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There was no trip off to Hawaii or another romantic location, no honeymoon to follow but there had been a bouquet toss at the end of the job. In a fun twist, Blaine threw the bouquet to Kurt, who caught it, the pair laughing away. What had started out as a fun little gesture led to Mike loving the idea and taking shot after shot. By the time Blaine and Kurt were back at the studio building, Holly was locked in a business meeting and couldnt see them. Those were the breaks sometimes and since their delay was due to their impromptu second shoot, there was little cause to complain. With the orders to come back in two days to see the results of the shoot and talk about their next gig, the boys were released and sent off for the night after a job well done.

“So, still up for that promised date, Blaine? The job went longer than expected, so Id understand if you wanna take a rain-check,” Kurt said in offering.

“No, I want to go on our date as planned. Do you need any time to freshen up or should we go now?” Blaine countered.

Kurt shook his head. “No need to stall. Sugar got me all spruced up after the shoot was over. In fact Ive never looked better, so lets start our date now. I was promised cake after all...” Kurt chimed.

Blaine held his hand out to Kurt, who took it, and the pair walked through the parking lot, swinging their arms as they went. Their current happy state didnt feel too overly familiar, not when hours ago they had been getting far cozier with each other. The difference now was their bonding moment was off the clock and into their free time so that meant they got to call the shots on what happened and who went where. _____________________________________________________________________________

Dessert at the Cheesecake Factory had been very sweet indeed but when the wining and dining portion of their first date was through, neither wanted the night to end. Since Blaine had been the one to ask Kurt out on the date, Kurt felt it was his turn to make the next request. Which he chose to bring up after they left the restaurant and were inside of Blaines parked car.

“So... that was a lovely dinner Blaine, I had a really good time. Ive never had such pleasant conversations over a meal before,” Kurt began.

“Which turned into flirting, more than innocent conversation,” Blaine added.

“That too... I might have gone a little overboard...”

“No... I found it cute and you very witty and charming. Because, if you noticed, I flirted right back with a vengeance.”

“I find myself not wanting our evening to end, at least not yet. We dont have any work obligations tomorrow, either,” Kurt continued.

“Neither do I, and Im glad you brought this up. I wanted to but I didnt want to insinuate anything... like where my intentions are,” Blaine admitted.

Kurt gave Blaine an appreciative smile. He wasnt some bashful sixteen-year-old anymore. Kurt had some experience with relationships. Hed had a couple of boyfriends and a few casual flings but he normally wasnt the type of guy to put out on the first date, since he had his standards … which were being fiercely challenged by the young man sitting in the driver's seat beside him. How was he supposed to go slow and see where things went when Blaine was so sexually agonizing to him?

Blaine wasnt having much better luck, not when he could see the conflicted desire on Kurts face. He was no stranger to the conundrum of acting or holding back when it came to his sexual urges. A couple times he had made bad calls and gotten physical too quickly and it had affected the relationship afterwards.

Since they had made it this far thanks to their apparent chemistry Kurt decided in an impulsive whim to test it further-by reaching out and capturing Blaines face with his hands and kissing him right on the mouth. Sometimes doing the daring thing had innate rewards and now was one of those times, as Blaine kissed Kurt back, not shying away. How could he when Kurts lips felt so good on his own. Kissing Kurt was the best feeling ever. He didnt want it to stop and neither did Kurt.

“Okay, neither of us wants to stop yet so... whose place is it gonna be? Yours or mine?” Kurt asked.

“Whichever is the closest!” Blaine blurted out as Kurt began to suck on his neck.

After a quick exchange of addresses it turned out that Kurts house was the closer one, and they soon arrived there. Theystumbled up the stairs to Kurt and Mercedes quaint little apartment in Pasadena, laughing and kissingall the way there. Kurt had a hard time getting his keys to fit in the lock, but considering Blaine was sucking on his neck, that was understandable. Giggling away, when Kurt finally got the door open, he pushed Blaine inside and was on him as soon as the door closed behind him.

“Oh god, Im so glad I didnt get rusty when it comes to this stuff,” Blaine groaned as Kurt got all up in his business, something he was very glad for, not to mention turned on by.

“What stuff?” Kurt teased.

“Making out, going to a guy's apartment, that sort of thing... its been a while for me,” Blaine explained.

Kurt found Blaines honesty refreshing and the fact that he was nervous like Kurt, comforting. Kurt could sure relate, since he hadnt even kissed a boy for over a month. That had partly been intentional because Kurt was off the idea of anything casual and so far, no possible long term relationship had come his way, until now. Of course Kurt wasnt thinking to the future as he kissed Blaines addictive lips. No, he was very much focused on the present and what he wanted to do to Blaine right now. “Same for me... um... should we be alarmed at how... impulsive were being?” Kurt asked.

Why was the world testing him so? Blaine knew he had to take a step back if he wanted to give Kurt a good answer, the right answer. The trouble was his body, or his rising libido, didnt want to relent when it came to control. Realizing that fact helped Blaine cool his jets a bit and notice Kurt was right to ask him that. Here he was, basically dry humping Kurt against the wall, but Kurt had been the one to put him there, heavily making out and holding little back.

While Blaine at this point in his life was no stranger to what happened next, he was being impulsive, as Kurt had said. Blaine remembered the deal he had made with himself after he and his ex had broken up. No rebound guy, no string of one night stands or hooks up. Blaine might've only been 22 but he wanted to stop dating and find someone to settle down with, for better or worse. He certainly hadnt expected to find someone who could be that person so soon and all he wanted to do after meeting him wasnt taking things slow in any sense. Why was that a bad thing though? Didnt a number of people start relationships after a first and wonderful hook up? Blaine wasnt a teenager anymorewhere felt he had to date a boy for months before ever trying to get into his pants. In fact, considering how restrained he had been in what should have been his time to get out there, he could hardly judge his current sense of urgency.

“Blaine?” Kurt asked, noticing him pull back slightly.

Blaine blinked, backtracking by giving Kurt a quick kiss of assurance. “Sorry, my mind was getting away from me there. Its a very good question, one Im glad you have the balls to ask! Just... when it comes to figuring out the answer...”

“Its okay, I dont have any either,” Kurt admitted. Which was very true, so was the fact he and Blaine hadnt met at some bar. This wasnt a one night stand. He and Blaine would be working together for a whole year and at very close quarters. Kurt didnt think hed ever get sick of Blaine but they would be spending hours in each other's company, working side by side. “There are also our careers to consider...” he added.

“Yeah, we could easily become distracted,” Blaine agreed.

“So what should we do?” Kurt asked.

Yet another question and one that held no easy answer, so Blaine took Kurts hand in his own and pulled him away from the wall. “I think before we do anything ... we owe it to ourselves and our careers to talk first. Then when we make any decisions... it wont be from a fit of passion. I mean I want you Kurt, but... Im worried that I shouldnt, not by this much.”

Now wasnt the time to keep his true feelings back. All filters were off so the truth could come out. If Kurt wasnt fully honest with himself then he could never allow anything to happen that night and he wanted to, more than he realized. “Its like you're inside my head, Blaine, and are able to read my thoughts. Which is pretty scary actually... why are you still here?” Kurt joked, needing a break in tension.

“Im not going anywhere. I want us to date and I dont mean casually. I dont want that type of relationship, not anymore,” Blaine admitted.

“But is it too soon for that step? We just met two days ago! I know back in high school all it took was a one kiss or a quick I like you and everyone would pair up. But not for me, I never had it that easy. I never knew if Id find anyone who would feel about me in the same way I could feel about them. That changed after I graduated, but even then, finding people who were gay like me ... didnt make it easier,” Kurt tried to explain. There was too much to think about, so many facts and Kurt hardly knew which ones to voice or not. They werent teenagers anymore, living under their parents' roofs and by their rules. If they screwed up it would be no ones fault but their own, with no scapegoats to blame. “I dont really know what to say... Im getting total deja vu here,” Kurt said sheepishly.

“I think its adorable. I think you're adorable, and I still dont want to go. I want this to happen, whatever this is exactly. I want to be your boyfriend; I think wed do well together...” Blaine started.

“I will admit Ive never connected with someone on this many levels and so quickly,” Kurt confessed.

“What about Miss Hollidays whole track record with her model choices getting together?” Blaine offered playfully.

Kurt gave Blaine a cute little smile. Of course Blaine had found out about that juicy piece of gossip too. Kurt figured if his and Blaines chemistry was so easy to notice just by their photos alone he shouldnt be so hesitant to find out himself. Who were they to test fate? Out of all the things Kurt wanted, Blaine being at the front of the line, there were things he didnt want to happen. “I cant do anything with you unless we make some sort of commitment,” he warned.

“Good, Im glad, because I couldnt sleep with you if we didnt. Im not that kind of guy... I could never mislead to get sex,” Blaine assured.

“I might've had a fling now and then myself, but not very often.”

“This is all encouraging, because Im trying to steer clear of those.”

Kurt wanted to kiss Blaine, to let what they felt for each other help them along, when so far it was on a very primeval level. He didnt though, knowing it would be a better pay off to hold back, since he was a romantic at heart. Still holding onto Blaines hand, Kurt lead him over to his living room and brought them to sit on the couch. Moving to the bedroom would be too tempting, or rather Blaine would be. “Tired of the dating scene already?” he asked playfully.

“Pretty much, for reasons I wont get into right now. Lets just say my last relationship didnt end too well,” Blaine admitted. He wasnt about to tell Kurt the whole story, not at this point, as it wasnt short. Blaine's mind wasnt on the past; there was Kurt, right before his eyes, and to Blaine, nothing seemed wrong, if it included him. “I want to be with you, Kurt,” he finally told Kurt softly.

Kurts heart began to race. He had no idea if this was what love at first sight felt like, or if hed come to love the young man before him. All he knew at this point is he wanted to find out and he didnt want to go slow. “This is a lot to consider... should we give ourselves time to think?”

“You know... everything points to me saying we should but, I dont want to,” Blaine confessed.

“Oh thank god, neither do I!” Kurt muttered with relief.

“Us having sex might help?” Blaine offered.

Kurt laughed at that brave comment, “Id love if it did ... okay, so one last thing before we jump into bed here.”

“Im all ears,” Blaine coaxed.

“I have good intentions. I wont lose interest in you when our clothes are back on,” Kurt stated, when he had said something similar before. But he wanted to make things very clear.

“Good to know, and its noted. Just like you should know I want us to be exclusive from the start. If its not too much pressure,” Blaine suggested.

“As long as all goes well tonight I see that not being a problem... and I think its safe to say it will,” Kurt replied.

“Great, there goes the bar, being raised beyond my reach...” Blaine groaned.

“Quit whining, its not sexy,” Kurt warned.

Blaine shut up once Kurt gave him his best come-hither look where the desired target got the message and quickly got the message.The time to talk was over and now it was moment to move the night along, to where both young men wanted to go. To get there Kurt made the first move, as he was the host and Blaine his honoured guest, who he kissed with rising passion. Blaine and Kurt managed to keep making out as they got up off the couch and headed to Kurts bedroom. Blaine had to stop himself from running through the door and throwing Kurt onto the bed. “Id ask for a tour but that can wait,” Blaine growled through their fevered kisses.

“Ill give you one in the morning,” Kurt muttered as he let out a low moan.

“Got protection?” Blaine asked.

“Yes, I have enough sense to keep stocked up,” Kurt breathed.

If Blaine wasnt so wonderfully diverting, Kurt might have felt alarmed that he was giving it up on the first date and without any second thoughts. Not that there was anything to be ashamed of and Kurt wasnt about to judge himself, not when he didnt feel nervous. He probably should have but, since he wasnt, Kurt didnt bother with all the reasons he shouldnt be doing this. All of his feelings for Blaine that had been building since their chance meeting were the catalyst to tip the scale. Heck, if you were to look at it one way it was sort of like he and Blaine had gotten married today.

Nothing could be truer for Blaine, and he was more than willing to let his rising libido take over. Blaine took hold of Kurt and kissed him, putting so much aggressive passion into the kiss that it was hard for Kurt not to take him on the spot. All doubts were cast aside, just like their clothes, which soon came to decorate the floor of Kurts bedroom. There might not have been an actual wedding that day but regardless, there was an enjoyable night for the happy new couple. Whether they were in a deluxe honeymoon suite in Honolulu or the bedroom in a California apartment didnt matter either. What made the difference was the company.
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Mind blowing or not, when both of their heads fell back on the pillows for the last time, the post sex atmosphere in the room felt a little awkward. Which had nothing to do with how the sex had gone, that had been incredible. The problem was when it had happened - on the first date. It took Blaine and Kurt a few moments to catch their breath before anything could be admitted to each other since they knew avoiding any difficultly would only make things worse.

Blaine placed his arm behind his head and let out a long sigh. If he didnt admit some things to Kurt he might get the wrong idea. He could think that Blaines odd mood now was due to real regret and it wasnt. “So uh, Kurt ... that was really good... I mean really... but uh... I feel kind of weird now that its over,” Blaine admitted sheepishly.

Kurt turned on his side. He wasnt that worn out, but he felt no need to get redressed since he didnt intend to ask Blaine to leave. Their pillow-talk would merely be different because of the confusing act to jump into bed so suddenly. There was no real fear in Kurt now, because Blaine was worth it and so was being honest. Kurt stroked the side of Blaines face softly and he showed with his look he wasnt overly concerned with the confession. “I feel it too... the night ended in a totally different way that weve been leading up to. Before our date was over I was expecting to maybe encounter a little sexual frustration but that would've been it,” Kurt added.

“So what happened to make us go all the way instead?” Blaine asked.

“How about I give you my theories, then you say yours and well cross reference to get possible answers?” Kurt suggested.

“Sounds good. Im glad we stopped before we were totally worn out or this would have to wait till the morning,” Blaine said with a chuckle.

“Thats one sensible thing weve done then... so the first thing I think I should say is, Im normally not the type of guy who sleeps with someone on the first date. Since weve met Ive been trying to keep that trait going. If becoming sexually active during my college years has taught me anything, Im not cut out for casual relationships or flings,” Kurt explained.

“Im bad at those too,” Blaine admitted, leaving out the part that he had decided he wanted to settle down. Hed save something that big for another day, since they had enough to be honest about as it was. “Thats why I was so conflicted over whether to kiss you or not earlier,” Blaine confessed.

“Up until tonight, I was so convinced that taking things slow was the right way to go. That if I were to sleep with a guy I liked right at the start, nothing good would happen. It would be the end of a possible long term relationship and give a different message than what Id want. But ever since weve met youve been testing my morals. Im not just talking about how sexually attractive I find you... the connection I felt between us was hard to register. After our date I was so confused and swept up in the moment that I just went for it,” Kurt rambled.

Blaine smiled affectionately at Kurt, finding his flustered state adorable and he knew what to say next. “The only reason I went for it with you and had sex was because I knew you and I were on the same page. I wasnt thinking straight in that moment, but now Im starting to realize what my reasons were. That us hooking up so soon isnt a deal breaker and I like how we dont have to string things along at a slower pace just because of what is deemed appropriate. Every situation is different and our own choice to make,” Blaine explained.

“Wow... does getting laid usually make you this wise?” Kurt teased.

“No... so it must be your positive effect on me, another plus,” Blaine laughed.

“It seems the basic conclusion is: we wanted to sleep with each other, so we did,” Kurt stated.

“That sounds about right, when it comes to why... our building chemistry made us reach a point where we wanted each other enough to do it. Despite what our previous history with stuff like this was... I might feel weird but Im not regretful,” Blaine said, having to make that final point very clear.

“Neither am I. Were not teenagers in high school anymore, were adults...” Kurt started.

“Who can make our own choices, the only risk is dealing with them afterwards,” Blaine added in agreement.

“Which were dealing with right now, by talking and being honest with each other,” Kurt remarked.

“We are. We should be proud of ourselves.”

“I wouldnt go that far...” Kurt said playfully.

As the mood began to lighten and turn into a sleepy and sated state, the pair smiled at each other and allowed themselves to fully relax. Kurt reached forward and gathered Blaine into his arms, ignoring how they were both slightly sweaty. Blaine kissed Kurt gently on the lips, taking a deep breath and snuggled up to his new boyfriend.

“So just to be clear, we wont let this become an issue right?” Blaine asked in closing.

“No, theres nothing to worry about, our talk made that quite clear,” Kurt replied.

“Good... cause all I wanna do now is sleep!” Blaine said with a loud yawn.

Kurts eyes began to droop and he was more than willing to comply. He couldnt stay awake for much longer anyway. One upside to sleeping together this quickly was he now had a comfy bed-mate to cuddle with all night. Blaine wasnt a one night stand; he was his boyfriend and one he liked to think would stick around. The sex had been good but more than anything Kurt felt even more connected to Blaine, he had shared a part of himself that brought them closer to each other. How could that be wrong? It wasnt. With that final thought Kurt let his need for sleep take over.
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“Did Kurt even come home last night?” Anthony asked as he and Puck walked into the apartment the following afternoon.

“Its Kurt, where else would he be?” Puck said.

“I dunno why I hang out with you two... or at least Puck,” Mercedes said as she shook her head.

The man in question came whistling out of the bathroom, dressed in nothing but a towel around his waist, with a big goofy expression. His face went deadpan as he noticed the three arrivals that, judging by their evil grins, were going to make him wish he were dead, or deaf. “Youre here...” he said slowly.

“Well I do live here. Anthony and I are dating and Pucks the friend we cant shake loose. So why shouldnt we be here?” Mercedes replied, still smirking away.

As if on cue, the answer to the question came out of the bathroom, the same one Kurt had been in a second ago but he hadnt bothered with a towel. “Hey Kurt, I know youre not used to guests but leaving me a towel would've been...” Blaine began to comment until he saw they werent alone.

Kurt rushed in front of Blaine to block his nude state from the on-lookers before them and ushered him into his bedroom, saving him from a scary fate. “Believe me, youll thank for me for this later. Lay low for a while and get dressed,” Kurt hissed as Blaine.

“Youre so cute when you get all flustered,” Blaine gushed, stopping to kiss him.

“And youre not helping! Scat!” Kurt muttered, closing the door, shutting off Blaines chuckling.

Kurt wished he could escape into the bedroom as well. Heck, hed barricade the door and wait the storm out if it were possible. But he knew it wasnt; the sooner he faced his friends the better hed be able to recover from his knack for having very bad timing. Why hadnt they gone to Blaines place? If his brother had walked in on them or something like what he was now facing, Kurt would be the one to get the easier job. Oh well, this what was growing up was all about which was ironic because he knew his friends would be far from mature right now. “Okay... what have you got for me?” he asked with a sigh.

Puck was first to comply and he did so by breaking out in a round of applause, coming over to punch Kurt in the shoulder. “Dude! I knew you had it in you ... though I guess that naked guy did, if youre into that,” he praised.

“Oh lord, Puck, dont applaud me on this. Thats even worse than teasing,” Kurt muttered with a groan.

“Where to begin, Kurt? Im torn because in all your adventures in dating... Ive never come across a nude guy in our apartment. At least one I havent met before... whats going on?” Mercedes demanded.

Kurt glanced to Anthony who shrugged. Kurt guessed since he hadnt known Kurt for very long he chose not to intrude. Sadly with the other two there was no such luck. “That was Blaine. Hes... new...” Kurt began.

“Obviously,” Mercedes declared.

“Hes the guy I was paired up with for my modeling job and our apparent chemistry on camera transcends into reality. Look, before you start to tease me or worse, lecture me on how sudden this is, Im well aware and you all know Im not normally the kind of person whod have sex so soon. But Blaines different. I wanted to be with him... its as easy as that,” Kurt explained.

“For how long, though?” Mercedes pressed.

Kurt threw up his hands. He did not want to be doing this right now and especially when he was half naked and dressed only in a towel. “I have no idea... maybe for the rest of my life,” he admitted.

“Wait, what?” Mercedes exclaimed.

By this point Puck and Anthony had escaped to the couch and left the pair of roommates to feud on their own, not that they were really arguing. Kurt crossed his arms over his bare chest. Sure he expected her surprise and if the tables were turned he would have had the same reaction. Kurt shook his head. Was this payback for having such a great night?

“Mercedes, I really like him. Being with him is... there are no words! Im sure you have a lot to say to me about hooking up like this. But with Blaine, Im not pushing him away because its too sudden. Believe me, everything you want to tell me has already crossed my mind and it hasnt affected my decision,” Kurt warned.

Torn between concern and knowing it would be pointless to push Kurt any further because he was showing his stubborn side, Mercedes let out a sigh and just booped the end of his nose with her finger playfully. Kurt relaxed when he saw her let up, her expression turning from concern and surprise to affection. “Fine, but you need to fill me in on the details,” she insisted.

“Gladly, just later on when Blaines not hiding in my bedroom and Im fully dressed. Now Im gonna go back in there and tell Blaine all is well and that he can come out. And you three are going to be nothing but courteous to my boyfriend,” Kurt informed his friends.

“If he got you to commit this quickly Im sure well like him,” Mercedes assured her friend.

“I really dont care, date or sleep with who you want. Its your life,” Puck replied with a shrug, having a rare considerate moment.

“Thank you, Puck. And you too Mercedes,” Kurt said.

“It would be nice not to be the only outsider,” Anthony admitted with a smirk.

“Very true. Okay, be nice and Ill go fetch my man,” Kurt said as he walked up through his door and slipped inside.

Blaine was already dressed and waiting for Kurts return and had Kurts outfit for the day, which was a very nice choice, picked out and waiting for his bed. “Howd it go?” he asked the instant Kurt came into view.

“Better than I thought it would, which isnt saying much. So um... they might not be my parents, but are you ready to meet my friends?” Kurt asked Blaine.

Blaine smiled. Meeting Kurt's closest friends might have been more intimidating than meeting Kurts family in his mind. The fact that Kurt didnt shy away from such a sudden and sincere invitation made Blaines heart ache with emotion. It meant Kurt wanted him in his life, meeting his friends right from the start. Which meant jumping into bed after only meeting a few days before wasnt seen as something to regret. Instead it could be something to cherish and hold, like he intended to do with Kurt. Blaine couldnt wait until theyd start their life together, both on and off the clock. “Id like that,” he answered. “Think theyll like me?” he dared to ask.

Kurt smiled, coming over to kiss Blaine, who pulled the towel off of his hips. It was hard not to give in and make his friends wait a while until the big reveal. But this time throwing caution to the wind wasnt the right choice to make. “I think so. Either way Im not letting you go,” he assured.