Kurt found himself even happier than usual that is was Friday when Blaine picked him up for school. With Sectionals only days away, Kurt was a bundle of nerves and was in no state to be driving anywhere. It was silly, having a solo for a competition was something he had wanted since day one of glee, heck even before that. But now that it was happening, Kurt wasn't sure if he'd survive long enough to finally do it. Kurt's thoughts were interrupted when he noticed Blaine pull up into his driveway and he hurried outside to greet him.

“Good morning.” Blaine called to him as Kurt walked up to the car.

Kurt grinned and looked around quickly, when he saw no one was in view he leaned down and kissed Blaine through the opened window. “Good morning.” Kurt said weakly.

Blaine cocked his head to the side curiously at Kurt's mood. “Are you okay?” he asked concerned.

Kurt smiled and walked over to pile into the passenger seat. He patted Blaine's knee affectionately, “I'd like to say I'm fine, but I never like lying to you. It's pathetic but I'm just so nervous about my solo for Sectionals.” Kurt explained with a sigh.

“And I thought you finally losing your virginity to me would calm you down a bit.” Blaine teased.

“Don't forget you lost yours to me and you haven't calmed down either. Although you're just hyper, while I'm a bottle of nerves, I'm glad to see it hasn't changed our usual playful banter though.” Kurt pointed out.

“If anything it just gave us the chance to make it racier, at least when we're alone.” Blaine commented.

When they arrived at school, Mike and Tina were already waiting in the parking lot for them. Kurt waved to them as Blaine pulled into a parking spot as their friends made their way over to Blaine's car. It was becoming obvious that Karofsky wasn't going to keep his distance from Kurt for much longer. So all of his friends had insisted they put Puck's secret service idea to work. Kurt ended up reluctantly agreeing to it, though it became a struggle to cope with being treated like he was the president wherever he went on campus. Mainly because it felt like Kurt was only bringing more attention to himself, but it was keeping him safe for the most part. But no matter how hard everyone tried to ensure his safety, it became apparent that they couldn't be with him all the time. That had proved to be true when Kurt stepped out for a quick bathroom break. Only to come face to face with Karofsky afterwards, his cruel face giving him a taunting smirk.

“Hey lady face, where's your gay army?” David taunted.

Kurt froze and forced himself not to panic, he wasn't about to give Karofsky any excuse to do anything. So he decided to just turn and walk away without acknowledging him. It had been a good idea, until David stepped out in front of him, blocking his escape.

“Whoa, what's your hurry?” He asked.

Kurt narrowed his eyes at David, he was torn, he didn't want to provoke Karofsky by saying anything smart. But he also didn't want to be a coward, taking the high road all the time was proving to be quite unrewarding. Luckily for him he didn't have to think about his options for any longer. Because Blaine, followed by Puck and Santana came up to them and stopped beside Kurt.

“Can we help you, Karofsky?” Blaine asked him innocently.

Karofsky hesitated for a moment, even with Puck being on probation, it was clear he wasn't keen on the idea of facing all four of them at once. So he simply rolled his eyes and tried to act like they weren't worth his time. “I better go before the queers here convert me along with you fairies!” David blurted out and stormed off down the hallway.

Kurt sighed in relief, “Thanks...” he said softly.

“No problem.” Puck told him.

Kurt let himself recover for a moment and then began to silently follow Puck and Santana down the hall. Until he turned to glance at Blaine and noticed that his boyfriend wasn't following them. Instead Blaine was still looking in the direction David had headed off down in the opposite side of the hall.

“Come on, Blaine.” Kurt called to him.

His focus broken, Blaine turned back to look at Kurt. “Right, sorry.” he told him quickly and jogged to catch up with the three of them.

Glee club started that day as usual when Will Schuester stepped into the room and looked over at where everyone was sitting. “Alright everyone, time to get the details of Sectionals all figured out.” Will began, when he saw Rachel hold her hand up he shook his head. “Hold on, Rachel. Kurt, I'm hoping you have a good song idea for your solo finally?”

Kurt glanced at Blaine who nodded with a smile and he stood up. “Why yes actually, I've chosen the Michael Buble version of the iconic song, Feeling Good. Now I know it's not really a song that has backup vocals. So I had this amazing dance routine for all of us to do during the song, since it's a slow one it shouldn't be too hard for anyone, even you Finn.” Kurt explained with a smile.

“That sounds great, Kurt, we'll work the details of it all later this week. Now onto the other two songs.” Will began.

Rachel couldn't remain silent for any longer, before Will could stop her this time she quickly raised her hand, stood up smiling. “Mr. Schue, I have an announcement to make of my own. I've selected the perfect moving ballad for me and Finn to sing to launch our performance at Sectionals.”

“Sorry Rachel, but I'm not finished, now we've all agreed Kurt has earned himself a solo.” Will began.

Kurt couldn't help but grin proudly at Will words and a few of the others clapped lightly as Kurt stood up for a moment before returning back to his seat. Blaine brought his arm to lovingly rub his shoulder.

“But now that that's been decided, there are two other things I need to say. First, our competition at Sectionals are your classic school choirs- great voices, but they don't move. Now if we're gonna beat them, we need to do what they can't- dance. Which is why I've decided to feature Brittany and Mike Chang's sweet moves in our performance.” Will explained.

“Wait, they're gonna dance in front of me while I sing my solo?” Rachel asked in confusion.

“You're not getting a solo for this competition, Rachel.” Will commented.

“Oh god, don't let it be Blaine.” Santana said with a moan.

“Finally, so what song do I get to sing?” Mercedes asked grinning.

“I was thinking that the winners of our duets competition could take the leads.” Will suggested.

Rachel just looked at him in disbelief and shock, “Ken and Barbie? Wait, are you trying to throw this?” Rachel blurted out.

Kurt groaned lightly to Blaine as they both watched their team mates begin to squabble and argue. “Maybe we should have transferred after all.” Kurt whispered to Blaine.

“But you might not have gotten a solo then.” Blaine whispered back.

Kurt had begun to chuckle lightly until things in the room took a turn for the worse. Starting when Rachel ended up annoying Santana so much she suddenly announced to everyone in the room how she and Finn had hooked up the year prior. Which was news to no one, Blaine included, accept Rachel Kurt realized, but they were all still surprised by the outburst. Mr. Schuester finally decided to be a proper teacher and break things up and called Mike and Brittany to come forward. It didn't take long to notice that Rachel was now glaring at him and he sighed, he had a feeling any support Rachel had over his solo was now moot. But Kurt was far from ready to give up his solo and was ready to work for it, which naturally meant practice.

Once their classes were finished for the day Blaine and Kurt had headed straight to the now empty choir room. Because Kurt had wanted to use the time to practice his solo, so he had gotten permission for them to use the piano there to do just that.

Blaine walked over to the piano and took a seat as he brought out the sheet music for Feeling Good. After scanning the top of the page he began to play the first few keys as he glanced over at Kurt's direction. “You ready?” He asked.

Kurt, who had his eyes closed, was attempting to calm himself enough so he could sing, simply nodded. Blaine began to play the intro and Kurt opened his eyes the second he opened his mouth and began to sing the first verse. It was a struggle for Kurt to not choke from all the pressure that was pressing down on him. But he managed to pull through and finish the song, but it had been far from perfect.

Blaine looked up at Kurt and gave him an encouraging smile, there was no need to point out Kurt's faults in the performance. Blaine was sure his boyfriend was well aware of them, though it wasn't so bad because there was still time to fix things.

“I know, I'm not there yet.” Kurt said with a sigh.

“You'll get there, Kurt, we both know you will, that's why we're practising.” Blaine pointed out.

“It's just, what with Karofsky and how everyone's been at each other’s throats in glee club, it's hard to get motivated.” Kurt admitted.

“Just think about how we're both here still, that you're getting a solo at last, because no one can deny you don't deserve it.” Blaine suggested. “Also I recall you saying on the weekend you have a lot to feel good about...” he added playfully.

“I just hope Rachel doesn't quit Glee club over it...” Kurt muttered.

“I think she's far more pissed off about Quinn and Sam getting a duet then your solo. Not to mention her finding out about Finn and Santana. But if you need some cheering up, need I remind you your parents aren't back from their honeymoon for another two days.” Blaine commented.

Kurt chuckled and turned to see Blaine was giving him his best seductive look at that moment. He shook his head and came to lean on the piano next to him. “You are right about that, and it would be a sin not to take advantage. Let me just text Finn and let him know it won't be safe to go down to our room for most of the evening without calling first.” Kurt said and as he brought out his phone and sent Finn a text. Only after waiting for a few minutes Kurt frowned when there was no reply. “His phone probably died again. Wait here, I'll just go find him, he's probably in the gym or something.” Kurt muttered as he hurried out of the room. “Make sure to wait up for me, kay?” he called.

Blaine laughed, even when he was nervous Kurt always managed to stay witty. So he knew that Kurt would get to where he needed to be eventually. But he soon realized that this was the opportunity he had been waiting for all day. So the second Kurt left the room, Blaine stepped out and hurried down the hall. He was a man on a mission and that mission was to find David Karofsky and make things safe for Kurt, by any means possible. It was clear to see that things with Kurt and Karofsky were getting dangerous again and this time Blaine was through with just staying silent. So it was clear what Blaine had to do now, which was take things into his own hands. Only this time, there would be no threats with violence. As much as he hated the idea of doing it, Blaine knew he would have to be far more devious this time, brain over brawn. Finally Blaine caught sight of David as he strolled down the hall in front of him. Blaine slipped his hands into his pockets and casually stepped out in front of him, blocking David's path.

“Out of the way homo, before I make you move.” David warned.

Blaine only looked at him innocently, though inside he hated himself for having to stoop this low. But Kurt's safety meant that much more to him than his dignity. “I'd actually like to have a quick word with you.” Blaine began, but David just shoved his way past Blaine, knocking him to the side. But Blaine was not ready to give up yet, so he closed his eyes and thought. 'Give me strength.'

“That wouldn't be a good idea, not if you want the fact that you kissed Kurt to remain a secret.” Blaine warned him.

That, of course, caused Karofsky to come to a full stop and he turned to look at Blaine with sheer anger. He suddenly began to storm back to Blaine, who only kept his ground, even when Karofsky grabbed a fist of Blaine's shirt.

“What did you say?” Karofsky demanded.

“I think you heard me, luckily no one else did, this time.”

Karofsky formed a fist with his other hand and raised it up, ready to strike, but another wave of students walked by them, which caused him to hesitate as a few glanced backwards.

“Oh, I wouldn't do that if I were you, there are too many kids around and even if you hit me I can still yell out for everyone to hear. You'll find that comes in handy when you're in show choir, I can project my voice like the best of them.” Blaine pointed out.

“Don't get cocky, butt boy...” David warned.

“Lookm I know you're a busy guy, so I'll be quick. As much as I hate to stoop this low, it has to be done. So I am here to tell you to back off of Kurt. You need to stop focusing all your built up anger from being in the closet on him. It's not going to make your feelings just go away, you know. So I'm going to make this easy for you, it won't even be that hard. Just stop focusing on Kurt enough that only the people who care about him, like me, would notice. Just say that you've realized Kurt's not worth your time. Or that it took you almost being expelled to see it or something like that. Because if you do something and Kurt gets hurt. Or if you threatened his life again, don't think you'll get off so easy this time. Because there are well over a dozen pair of eyes and that's not counting the faculty that will be on you at all times.” Blaine explained to him. But when Karofsky seemed to act like this was nothing Blaine sighed. “And if that doesn't convince you, then let me add one more detail. If you don't back off of Kurt, I will go tell everyone, and I mean everyone, the Principal, the teachers, even your football buddies what really happened between you and Kurt. I bet they'd find it interesting to say the least.” Blaine added.

Karofsky finally let go of Blaine and staggered backwards for a few steps. “You don't have the guts.” he stuttered.

Blaine didn't back down from the obvious threat, instead he took it head on as he stepped forward and stopped right in David's face, or at close as his shorter figure could reach. “Try me.” Blaine warned softly. Blaine watched as David remained still for a moment until he pushed Blaine away from him hard. Blaine bounced back into the lockers but the stern expression on his face never faltered. When it came to Kurt, nothing could make him back down and Karofsky was coming to realize this all too quickly. Blaine could tell that he just wanted to beat Blaine into silence so he wouldn't have to give in. But hesitation, something Blaine himself was all too aware of, crept in and it seemed even bullies had their moments of brightness. That's when Blaine knew he had him, but he took no pride in doing so.

“Deal?” he urged.

David threw his hands up in frustration and he fought the urge to give in but his face said it all even before he finally responded to Blaine. “Whatever, you stupid son of a bitch, you have your freaking deal! Just don't think that you or any of your gay glee club have won.” David muttered.

But Blaine only looked at him seriously at the news and sighed. “This isn't a war, Karofsky, I take no pride in having to do this. But you've left me no choice, so thank you... just make sure to keep this deal to yourself and we won't have any further problems. Heck I'll even let you slushie me if you are afraid you'll lose your street cred as a top dog here.” Blaine offered. Blaine knew he was pushing things by being so cocky. But even when he felt so out of character, he couldn't help but feel triumphant over having secured Kurt's safety at McKinley, and all without raising a fist.

Karofsky didn't bother to reply to Blaine's offer and just stormed off without another word. Blaine let out a deep breath and felt all the courage he had gathered before begin to deflate fast. He only hoped that Karofsky would keep his word and that his bravery wouldn't end up being for nothing. As much as he hated having to go behind Kurt's back like this and play dirty. The reward if his hard work ended up being successful would end up justifying his means very quickly. Because he was going to keep Kurt safe, he had promised Burt he would and no matter what, so that's just what he was going to continue to do. He quickly sprinted down the hall and back to the choir room and was glad to see Kurt hadn't returned yet and Blaine hoped it was a sign.
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Kurt slipped another leg into his pants and pulled them up onto his hips. Once they were completely on he turned to Blaine, who had had finally grabbed his own pants and he started to get dressed again. Kurt was going to miss being able to see his boyfriend naked on a regular basis from now on. Once Carole and Burt returned from their honeymoon, things were going be a lot harder to pull off, mainly their pants. Kurt began the hunt for his and Blaine's shirts, which had been ripped off and thrown somewhere in his room when they had arrived there hours before. “Where did our shirts end up?” Kurt muttered as he looked around the room.

“Oh here they are! Wow they got chucked pretty far to end up here.” Blaine replied as he bent down to pick them up from one of the arms of Kurt's couch. He handed Kurt his shirt and quickly put on his own. “Well, that was more than good this time, I think we're getting better at sex already.”

“Yes well, sadly we won't have as many chances to practice soon.” Kurt pointed out with a pout.

Blaine sighed and slumped down on the bed and he let out another large sigh. “Yeah that's true, we're going to have to be way more careful from now on aren't we?”

“If we don't want to end up getting caught in the act, then yes. Because I don't want anyone, not Finn or god forbid, my dad walking in on us when we're getting down and dirty. So from now on we're going to need to play it by ear.” Kurt said.

“Right and only go that far when we know we have enough alone time for it.” Blaine agreed. “Though I'd be lying if I didn't think the idea of getting a quickie before either of our parents come home now and then isn't a big turn on...”

Kurt laughed and pushed Blaine down on the bed and came to sit on top of him, running his hands along his chest playfully. “Don't you start!” he warned. “Because I've already sent a text to Finn that all is safe again, so we're done for the night at least.” Kurt added, but let Blaine pull him close for a long kiss.

“Says the guy who's now straddling me.” Blaine teased.

“I don't hear any complaints.” Kurt laughed.

“Well, I honestly don't care if Finn walks in us just making out anymore.” Blaine replied as he captured Kurt's face and pulled him close.

Blaine kissed him eagerly despite Kurt's warning until Kurt began to laugh lightly and he wiggled out of Blaine's arms and got up from the bed. Walking provocatively at Blaine as he went over to sit at his night stand to fix his now ruffled hair.

“Sorry to be a spoil sport, Blaine, but I do live with Finn and I don't want any awkward eye contact between us if I can help it.” Kurt informed him.

Blaine just turned to lie on his side and propped his head up with his elbow resting on the bed, he sighed lightly. “Well, at least whenever you guys end up moving, you'll have your own room!” Blaine said.
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In Glee club the next day, things got heated up quickly once again as Kurt and Blaine watched another large outburst occur. This time they both joined in on the rising frustration and added their own thoughts into the fold. Kurt was for one thing very fed up with Rachel and her selfish need to always be the star. Then Mr. Schuester somehow managed to stop their loud protests by getting them all to think about how they should really be acting like. Kurt didn't hesitate to nod in agreement when he told them all they would cheer on the other teams, the Warblers included.

Then Puck walked in, dishevelled with Lauren Zizes in tow behind him and they were all surprised to learn where he had ended up. It turned out that even with them still having enough members to qualify for Sectionals. Will had realized they had come very close to losing both Kurt and Blaine to Dalton. So he had called on Puck to help recruit another member, so they would be that much more safer off. This had resulted in Puck foolishly trying to draft members of the football team to join, only to end up being stuck in a port-a-potty for 24 hours. Lauren had ended up coming to his rescue and after meeting her terms for joining, they now had a 14th member in the New Directions it seemed.

“Okay, well let's start off with the dance moves Kurt's come up with for his solo then.” Will replied and they all made their way over to the auditorium to practice. Kurt had already run them past Mr. Schuester and gotten his approval before hand.

Even though Kurt had the moves down to perfection in his mind, he couldn't keep his nerves down enough not to mess up a few times as he showed the others what he had come up with. Kurt cursed lightly and tried to regain his composure and tread onward, but it wasn't happening. The fact that he was letting the crappy things in his life mess things up for his this much, was the worst thing of all. Because this wasn't who he was, he was Kurt Hummel, proud and confident, with an air of superiority. But right now all he was ending up being was Kurt Hummel, scared and pathetic. Which was easy for everyone to see as Kurt somehow managed to almost trip over his own feet several times.

“If Kurt isn't up for this I would be happy to relieve him of the burden of a solo, I know not everyone's cut out for it...” Rachel began.

“Rachel, enough already!” Blaine shouted, shocking everyone with his rare outburst.

Kurt just stopped and turned to stare at them both, he couldn't handle it and bolted out of the room without another word.

“Great going Rachel, Kurt wait!” Blaine said as he ran after Kurt down the auditorium, finally catching up to him outside the door.

“You can't give up Kurt, not like this.” Blaine told him, stopping a few feet away from him.

Kurt turned and leaned against the wall, letting out a large breath, “I can't do this Blaine, you take the solo instead, it would ensure our win for sure.”

“There is no way I am doing that Kurt and there is no way you are giving up on this. You're Kurt Hummel remember? Fabulous and talented, with a voice that no one can match, not to mention sassy.” Blaine told him with a small smile.

Kurt smiled lightly and came to stand closer to Blaine, he didn't hesitate to take hold of his boyfriend, resting his head on Blaine's shoulder for a moment. “Why are you always right?” he muttered.

“Believe me, I'm not. Let's go back before Rachel really does take things over okay?” Blaine urged.

Kurt nodded and headed back to the choir room, once he was back inside and close to the stage he gave everyone one of his superior looks. “Okay, I'm bringing sassy back everyone! Let's get this number ready and done for Sectionals!”
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Once Kurt had defeated the nerves that had risked ruining his dance rehearsal, Kurt now wanted to tackle the vocal part of his training. To do that Kurt knew just who he needed to find and he hoped they would be willing to help him for once. But considering that the expert was Rachel Berry, he wasn't so sure, no one could really be sure what Rachel would do in any situation. Kurt found her sulking in the auditorium at the piano that day and Kurt was relieved when it was clear she wasn't still angry at him.

“Hey Rachel, I've been looking for you.” Kurt told her.

“Now don't bother gloating over the fact that you have a solo for Sectionals, Kurt, I'm not in the mood.” Rachel warned.

“Actually I was hoping you could help me, I've been having trouble fully mastering the vocals for my song.” Kurt explained.

“And why should I help you? I mean you're one of my top competitors in glee club.” Rachel replied meekly.

“Because even though we use to hate each other, we've had our moments and even I have to admit you've become a good friend of mine now. So I am fully able to say that I could use your expertise and no one knows how to kill a solo quite like you.” Kurt admitted as he swayed side to side with an affectionate smile.

“Couldn't you just have Blaine help you, you know he'd be more than willing.” Rachel muttered.

“Yes, he could and he has, but I want you to help me, Rachel. You are as brilliant and talented as you are irritating” Kurt said.

“Considering how horrible I've been to you lately about your solo and that this would be my only chance to sing for a little while, I'll give you a couple of tips.” Rachel told him. “So what's been tripping you up? Because I must say this isn't like you at all, Kurt.”

Kurt sighed, “I know, don't get me started... but I'm having a hard time being able to give it my all. Don't get me wrong, I mean I know I know how to bring my emotions into a song like anyone. But when I think about having to do that in front of a huge crowd, I just freeze up. I don't know if I can expose myself so much to so many strangers.” Kurt admitted.

Rachel came over to stand next to Kurt and placed a hand on his shoulder, “You can't think of a performance like that, Kurt. You're sharing yourself to them with your music, you just need to take everything that inspires you in your life and use it to fuel you through.” Rachel explained.

“Like my love for Blaine?” Kurt asked with a smirk.

“Yes, like your love for Blaine.” Rachel replied, but that only made her remember her own situation with Finn and her smile quickly faded away.
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Even after Kurt had practised and prepared himself for it the best he could, when the day of Sectionals had finally arrived, Kurt still was battling his nerves. But Kurt had to admit he managed to pull through his personal struggles and not let it affect him rehearse his solo to perfection. Now all he needed to do was be able to sing it and everything would be resolved.

Despite everyone's low spirits and sad faces when they stepped onto the bus, Kurt couldn't help but feel slightly happy about it all, despite his nerves. One glance around the inside of the bus and he could tell Blaine was the only one who shared his good mood. Which was a testament of how amazing Blaine Anderson was, his optimism was infectious, but not enough to affect the rest of the New Directions apparently. But Kurt wasn't going to let everyone else get him down, not when he had so much to be thankful for. It didn't escape his mind that Kurt could have very well not have even been there on the bus. That Blaine and him could have been with the Warblers and he would have had to compete against his closest friends. Of course, Blaine was doing that in retrospect and Kurt was proud of how well Blaine was taking it.

Blaine came to sit down beside Kurt and slid up close to him, it was clear to see that everyone else was not in a good mood. As much as he had heard about and seen the drama that could happen between the members of the New Directions. Blaine could only hope everyone would pull through in the end and make their performance a memorable one, because Blaine certainly didn't want his first official competition performance as a New Direction to end up a disaster. He looked over at Kurt sitting beside him and grinned at him lovingly. At least someone in the group could still smile. “I'm proud to see you staying so positive, Kurt.” Blaine whispered to him.

Kurt smiled and nudged Blaine with his shoulder playfully, “And who's mostly responsible for that I wonder?” Kurt whispered back. But he found his smile fading slightly, “Only I can't not help but remember if you hadn't transferred here, you'd be the one getting all the solos with the Warblers.” Kurt muttered softly.

“Now I've told you to stop that okay. Yes I would have loved to have a solo for Sectionals. But I'm fine, because I love you more.”

“Well then, I am going to make it my mission to see that you get your own solo at Regionals. Even if I have to battle Rachel for it, I will be relentless.” Kurt decided.

“Oh Kurt, you don't need to do that...” Blaine began.

“It's decided Blaine, so don't try to change my mind.”

“Have I mentioned how much I love you?”

Kurt could only smile and made a small 'aww' noise as he took hold of Blaine's arm and snuggled close up to him for the rest of the bus ride, which ended up being pretty boring as no one really bothered to talk to one another during the trip. Once they arrived at their destination Kurt decided he would try to deal with Rachel on his own. But she had somehow disappeared, Kurt finally found her at the concession stand where she was arguing with a member of the staff over candy.

“There you are Rachel, we were beginning to worry you ditched us.” Kurt said teasingly as he walked over to her.

Rachel rolled her eyes, “Lauren refused to go on unless she has her damn candy and I don't know why I'm even bothering because it's not like we even need to her to qualify!” Rachel blurted out, now spent she took a deep sigh. “Sorry I'm rambling, hey are you going to be okay for your closing number?” Rachel asked.

Kurt paused for a moment, “I'd like to say yes but as the moment comes closer I find myself losing all the courage I had.” Kurt admitted with a sigh.

“Well if you're not confident and I'm not even getting a solo, then we're really doomed. Sorry that wash selfish of me, what I meant to say is you'll be amazing, Kurt. I only wish the same thing could be said for my life right now.” Rachel said as she took a seat at the booth area.

Kurt looked at her thoughtfully, “Alright, you've been so nice to me it's time I return the favour. After seeing how miserable Finn's been at home lately, I can only imagine how things must be between you two right now.” Kurt said in response and he sat down and joined her.

“Yeah, what has become of us, Kurt.” Rachel muttered.

“So I know how Finn's been, now what about you Rachel?” Kurt asked her.

“How come you were never this nice to me before?” Rachel asked.

“Because that was before we ended up bonding over summer vacation because of our silly boyfriends.” Kurt replied with a warm smile.

Rachel laughed warmly at Kurt and the two of them leaned over to give each other a warm hug.

“So spill.” Kurt reminded her.

“I haven't really talked to Finn much lately, not since I found out that he and Santana were romantically involved and he lied to me about it.” Rachel began to explain.

“Yeah, I can't believe Finn didn't tell you about that when you got back together.” Kurt muttered.

Rachel made a face when she realized that meant Kurt had also known about it long before she did, which meant it was probably the same way for everyone else in the New Directions. She opened her mouth to say something when Blaine appeared off in the distance.

Blaine came up and touched Kurt's shoulder lightly, “Guys they're calling places, so we should go get dressed before we need to take our seats.” he explained.

Kurt nodded and stood up and he was relieved to see that Rachel did the same as she began to follow behind him silently. Kurt didn't even realize her current state of mind because he was too busy focusing on his own problems. Kurt took a hold of Blaine's arm as they talked away as they hurried to their dressing room.

Once there the room erupted into chaos as everyone raced around to get dressed in time. Kurt and Blaine hurried into the same change room to get dressed, just to save time. But Santana thought they had something else in mind when she came to stand in front of their dressing room.

“There's no time for a quickie in there guys! If you try I am just going to stand out here and listen.” Santana warned.

Kurt rolled his eyes and decided he wouldn't give her any satisfaction by responding to her snarky remark. So he just ignored her as he went back to helping Blaine finish buckling up his belt.

“Honestly, like we'd even try that here. It's not our fault that there aren't enough changing rooms for everyone!” Kurt whispered.

Blaine just laughed, “Or that there's enough time to wait until someone else is done so we could change separately.” Blaine agreed.

After that narrow escape everyone headed to their seats, where the first group, the Hipsters were already on their final song up on stage. Blaine shuffled along and took a seat next to Kurt, with Mercedes ending up on Kurt's other side. Blaine smiled as Kurt ended up taking hold of his hand before he could do the same thing himself, which made them let out a quiet laugh in amusement. As proof of their professionalism Kurt and Blaine both clapped when the Hipsters finished their performance. Only Kurt's grip on Blaine's hand tightened when the Warblers walked out on the stage afterwards.

As they began to sing Kurt couldn't help but end up watching his boyfriend's face for most of it, which meant he didn't miss the small look of longing Blaine face had shown for a moment. Of course Kurt knew that Blaine didn't actually regret having transferred to McKinley, but it was perfectly normal for him to have some left over longing that he was up there with his old school mates and friends. That fact didn't change anything between them nor did it diminish Kurt's feelings for Blaine in anyway. If anything it only made him admire Blaine that much more, if that was even possible.

“I can't help but sit here and wonder what it would have been like if we had never met. That you'd be up there singing with the Warblers and I'd be sitting here, having no idea that the love of my life was up on that stage.” Kurt whispered to Blaine.

Blaine had planned on saying something cute in reply, but Will ended up spoiling things by shushing them both and they relented by keeping quiet. There would be plenty of times for their usual playful banter later on, hopefully after they all celebrated their glorious win. Blaine glanced around and noticed that some of the New Directions were following Kurt's example and where moving their heads along to the beat as the Warblers sang. He had a funny feeling that Kurt had somehow convinced them all to be supportive of Blaine's old Glee club and that touched him a great deal.

When the Warblers finished their final song Blaine and Kurt shot up out of their seats and began to cheer almost at the exact same moment, like they were one person. Rachel and Mercedes soon joined them and urged the others to do to same, until the whole glee club was standing as they clapped and cheered for the Warblers. Blaine blinked back the tears that were risking to form in his eyes, it might have seemed like such a small gesture, but it meant so much to him. Because as Blaine looked around, he knew that as much as he missed Dalton and the Warblers, he knew he was where he truly belonged. Among the people he was meant to be with and it had all happened because he had been fortunate enough to meet Kurt Hummel.
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The tension in the air hadn't demolished at all when the New Directions returned to sit in the waiting room until it was their turn to perform. That became clear when everyone began to voice their annoyance out loud and the room erupted with conflict.

Kurt himself was joining in the drama because his attempts to stay calm were failing fast, which resulted with him almost hyperventilating. “I can't do this... I am going to die, literally die on stage, Blaine.” he muttered to himself.

“Kurt, just calm down, breath okay, breath.” Blaine told him softly.

“Fyi, I'm totally available to fill in for any one of you.” Mercedes said causally to Quinn and Kurt who were both panicking at the same time, but for different reasons.

But Rachel suddenly stormed into the room and interrupted everyone when she suddenly began to call Finn out on even telling Kurt about Santana before her. Only to have Mercedes jump in to say it was her, which lead to a chain of everyone saying who they had heard it from. So it was no surprise to anyone when that outburst led to everyone picking up from their arguments before. Until Will had to break them up once again by shouting at them, making them realize how selfish they were all being. That he didn't expect them to like each other, but they needed to all grow up and sing like the group they should be.

Kurt forced himself to make his way to the stage like everyone else had managed to. Only as he stood there in waiting where they would wait until Quinn and Sam would arrive on the stage, which would be when they would join in the performance. He once again could feel his nerves fight at him as they tried to overtake his confidence. Blaine stepped up beside him, looking completely relaxed and confident and Kurt tried not to judge him for it.

“Has anyone ever actually died on stage before?” Kurt asked him.

“You're not still nervous are you?” Blaine asked with a grin, he came up and wrapped his arms around Kurt, making them sway side to side lightly.

“Please don’t judge me. This is the first time I’ve had a solo in front of a competition audience. I keep worrying that when it comes to my song at the end, when I go to sing I'll open my mouth and nothing will come out!” Kurt muttered quickly, he felt Blaine kiss his neck lightly and smiled, “Okay you can judge me.”

“I think it's adorable. I think you're adorable and the only people who are going to be dying tonight, are the people in that audience. Because we're going to kill this thing, most of all you when you sing the closing number.” Blaine assured him.

The curtain call rang for everyone to take their places and Blaine let go of Kurt, but not before he gave him a quick kiss on the cheek. “Good luck, not that you'll need it.” he said with a wink and went over to take his place for the song.

As soon as Quinn and Sam stepped onto the stage the curtain rose and everyone broke into song as they began to dance. Despite their professionalism Kurt and Blaine couldn't help but exchange a quick glance as they passed each other by. After that they relented to become focused on their performance and soon the first number was finished. Which imitatively lead into Santana's solo of Valerie and the beat began to pick up. Mike and Brittany took their cues and came forward to dance during the song, causing the crowd to cheer at their acrobatic feats.

Then before Kurt knew it the second song finished and it was now the moment had been waiting for, his solo. The crowd cheered and Kurt took a deep breath as he stepped forward and came to stand in the middle of the stage while the others formed a line behind him. He turned his back to the crowd and he saw Blaine, who was standing directly in front of him, give him a quick wink before everyone else turned their backs to the audience as well. Kurt closed his eyes and let everything that had happened to him in his teenage life so far fuel him forwards. His eyes instantly snapped open when the music started and he whirled around as he opened his to sing the first line of Feeling Good. After managing to start Kurt felt his inner performer come forward and take control of things.

The others began to slowly dance around Kurt as he continued to sing, it was somehow powerful and amazing at the same time. So much that Blaine had to fight to keep his focus on dancing and not give in and freeze to watch Kurt perform. Blaine couldn't help but think how he had been doing just that in the audience at Regionals the year prior. That Blaine had had no idea what would be coming into his life and how much things had changed for good and it was all thanks to the amazing young man who was singing in front of him.

No one but Kurt could even guess just how much emotion was rushing through his body, but it was the good type of emotion for once. One that made him focus on only the good times and that in turn made it that much easier to continue to give it his all. Because even after all the hardship he had been forced to face, here he was, singing on stage at Sectionals. It was certainly true that Kurt Hummel was feeling good at that moment, it was clear to all the eyes on him. Kurt gathered all his remaining energy as he belted out the last note of the song as he raised his hands high above his head, only to bring them back down quickly to the floor and he crouched down as the music stopped. But the second of silence was quickly replaced as he heard the crowd before him erupt in applause. Kurt forced himself as he stood back up and was worried he'd be overcome by the emotion of it all. Until Blaine rushed up and gave him a tackling hug that literally knocked it out of him, leaving only joy behind. Which only increased as the rest of his fellow glee-clubbers rushed over to share the good feelings of a performance where they had given it their all, together, as things should be.

“You're an amazing human being, Kurt.” Blaine whispered in Kurt's ear.

“Takes one to know one.” Kurt whispered back with a wide grin.
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Blaine found himself wedged between Kurt and Mercedes as their hands where all linked together like they were some wishing chain as they waited for the results. Kurt was holding onto his hand so tightly there was a risk that he'd end up cracking bone, but Blaine didn't care. It made things feel real at that moment, as if the pain help him cope with it. Once again the New Directions fate would be determined with their results and it made things that more anxious. Blaine allowed himself to glance over at the Warblers and saw his friends wave to him and Blaine managed to smile as he winked at them playfully. Which Kurt quickly noticed and made a silent laugh as he nodded to them in acknowledgement.

Everyone forgot to breath as the announcer was seconds away from who was taking third place. When the Hipsters name was called out the New Directions managed to let out a long breath and quickly began to clap lightly. While Blaine, who refused to let go of Kurt's hand simply made a fist pump as he cheered.

With only the reveal of who would take the first place trophy being left Kurt clung close to Mercedes and Blaine as the announcer continued on. Kurt shut his eyes tightly as he began to hope with all of his might that they would get a break and come out victorious.

“And now the winner of this year’s west central Sectionals is... the New Directions, from McKinley High in Lima Ohio!” The announcer said.

The New Directions exploded into excited cheers as they began to jump up and down in joy and launched attack hugs on one and another. Blaine included as Finn came over and gave him a pat on the shoulder, only Blaine wasn't gonna let him get away with just that so he pulled him into a quick hug and let go before it could get awkward. Kurt hurried over with Rachel in tow and Blaine hugged her tightly as they all began to laugh and cry. When Blaine was finally free for a moment he looked over at the Warblers, which Kurt noticed. Without a word Kurt took hold of Blaine's hand and led them both over to where they were standing. Blaine smiled at them and shook Wes' hand as he came to greet them.

“You guys were great.” Blaine told them with a grin.

“So were you, good luck at Regionals, Blaine.” Wes said with a smile.

Blaine got a high five from Nick, Jeff and Trent and watched as they approached Kurt and began to compliment him on his amazing solo. Blaine smiled warmly as he watched them interact and he knew this was a moment he would never forget for a very long time.
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Kurt had never felt more cheerful after a win at Sectionals before and for the first time he couldn't care less if this would help their popularity status at school. All he did care about was they had made it through all of their struggles and drama and had come out triumphant. That they would be able to continue this journey they had started together, which had all begun in a choir room as they sang a horrible rendition of Sit Down You're Rocking the Boat. As Kurt looked back on how things had started he felt like he was a whole different person now, with a whole new life, one that was hard to accept it was even real. But it was real he reminded himself as he walked up to meet Blaine at his locker, who was just staring at the inside of his locker door for some reason.

“What are you up to?” Kurt asked him.

Blaine looked up and a playful grin filled his face. He reached out for Kurt's hand and pulled him over to his open locker and pointed at the door. Kurt glanced up and to see the a photo of himself, the one that Kurt had given him earlier that week, on the top of his locker door. Directly below the photo was a collage of words, similar in style of Kurt's Courage under his photo of Blaine, only it said 'sassy' and Kurt broke out in a fit of laughter.

“Of course that's the word you chose.” he simply commented through his muffled laughter.

“How could it be anything else?” Blaine replied with a cute smile.

Kurt came up and brought his mouth close to Blaine's ear, “Come on, both my dad and Carole are working late tonight. I think you and I should go celebrate our win at Sectionals they best way we can.” Kurt said softly in the best seductive tone he could manage.

Blaine gaped at him and recovered enough to give him a playful look as he closed his locker. With that done he took hold of Kurt's hand and practically dragged him towards the parking lot and Kurt's car. Kurt laughed over at his boyfriend’s eagerness and jumped into the driver’s seat, they were ready for some much earned action.

The second they made it to Kurt's house, they nearly ended up tumbling down the stairs since they couldn't keep their hands off each other for even a moment. So far their sexual encounters had been far toned down and more tender, while this time it was the complete opposite. They were hot and bothered with their sheer desire for each other and that became very apparent as they began to tug and pull at each other’s bodies. So much that Kurt pretty much tore the clothing off Blaine in a simple movement before stripping off his own and it was a miracle nothing had ripped from the urgency.

“Sex... now!” Kurt growled as he smashed their lips together.

“Nothing is hotter than when you get all bossy with sex.” Blaine moaned as Kurt pushed him against the wall and began to kiss him all over. “We're gonna have to be quick, since who knows when Finn could come home.” Blaine pointed out as he kissed Kurt in response.

Kurt grinned playfully as he kissed Blaine deeply again, then bringing his hand to take hold of Blaine's now hard cock. “I don't think that will be a problem.” he said softly and got down to business, which he did by getting down on his knees.
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Blaine finished taking a long drink from the soda Kurt had brought him and exhaled loudly from his spot on Kurt's couch. “Well, we now know how amazing wall sex is.” Blaine said with a chuckle.

“And that's how you celebrate Kurt Hummel style.” Kurt said with a smirk as he came to sit beside Blaine on the couch.

Blaine laughed and brought his arm to wrap around his shoulder and pulled him close to cuddle He was about to say something witty in return when they both heard someone coming down the stairs. Blaine tensed up as he quickly panicked, thinking it was Burt who had come home early and that he had heard their activities a short while ago. Blaine was just happy they were finished and fully dressed. When they both saw it was only Finn he gave a sigh of relief.

Kurt shook his head at Blaine's reaction, but he quickly noticed Finn was acting odd. His head was low and he was just stumbling along, not what anyone who had just won Sectionals should be acting like. Kurt stood up, breaking free of Blaine's hold on him and walked over to his step brother side. “Finn, what's wrong? Are you okay?” He asked.

At first Finn didn't say anything in reply, so Kurt got closer and laid a hand on his shoulder. Kurt saw the look of hurt on his face.

“What happened? Talk to me Finn.” Kurt demanded.

“It's Rachel... she... we broke up.” Finn muttered.

Kurt closed his eyes, feeling horrible for Finn at that moment. He took hold of his hand and pulled him over to his sofa chair. Finn didn't fight him and he pushed him to sit down on the chair. “Tell Blaine and I what happened Finn, it might help...” Kurt offered.

Finn looked up and just nodded, “Today after school Rachel told me how when we were fighting... that she got so jealous about me and Santana. That she... she ended up making out with Puck, she might have done even more if Puck hadn't bailed out with guilt.” Finn began.

“Oh Finn, I'm so sorry.” Kurt said softly, he knew this would be a hard thing to deal with for Finn, since it was such a tender subject considering what had happened with Quinn and Puck last year.

“I just never thought Rachel would end up doing this yah know, so I broke up with her...” Finn commented. “I just feel so... I don't know what to do.” Finn muttered as he covered his face with his hands.

Blaine just watched them both, not really sure what he could say or do to help. Kurt came to sit down beside Blaine, but his eyes remained on Finn the whole time.

“I wish there was something we could do to help...” Kurt began.

Finn forced a small smile, “No it's cool, just letting me talk like this is good already.” he admitted. Finn then looked up at them both, “Maybe you can tell what's your twos secret?”

“Well, it helps that we're both guys.” Blaine said with a smirk.

Kurt just looked over at Blaine in disbelief, “Excuse me what?” he asked confused.

“I'm kidding! I was trying to break the tension with humour.” Blaine blurted out.

“I don't think now's the time for that, Blaine.” Kurt pointed out.

Blaine sighed, then he got a sudden brilliant idea. “Well then we'll just have to try something else to cheer Finn up. Why don't Kurt and I take you out for a boys night out? Get your mind of things and just have some fun?” Blaine suggested.

Finn smiled weakly at the idea and Kurt just shook his head, “Blaine sweetie, while your suggestion is a nice gesture... I'm not sure we'd end up helping...” Kurt began.

“What? Because we're both gay? Please Kurt, I think we can manage despite that right, Finn? What about us going to tonight’s game, I got tickets from my dad, he tries to encourage my interest in sports at any chance but I'm taking you two instead now. How about it Finn? They're awesome seats, second row?” Blaine asked him.

“Well I guess I couldn't pass up a chance to see the Buck Eyes.” Finn admitted.

Which lead to them both looking at Kurt's direction, after they stared at him for a while Kurt gave out a long sigh. “Fine, I'll go too.” he finally agreed.

“Awesome, you have to go now Finn, this is the first time Kurt's ever agreed to actually go watch a game.” Blaine said chuckling.

“Just remember we're trying to cheer Finn up, mister happy.” Kurt warned.

After Kurt and Blaine's feeble attempts to cheer Finn up on their boys night out, Blaine had said his goodbyes and headed home. When Kurt and Finn arrived back home Finn had told Kurt he was fine, but Kurt didn't believe him in the least but he decided to just let it go, for now anyway. With the New Directions power couple now suddenly broken up, Kurt only hoped that his and Blaine's blissful happiness wouldn't rub things in his step-brothers face from now on, which might make his breakup with Rachel that much harder to bounce back from. Kurt soon decided him worrying out it wouldn't make things any better, sometimes things had to be left alone so they could run their course. Kurt had a hunch that things were far from over between Finn Hudson and Rachel Berry anyway. At least their win and Sectionals, combined with the upcoming holidays would be a distraction for them all. Right now Kurt was hatching a plan to show Blaine how much he appreciated everything he had given up to transfer, mainly all his possible solos with the Warblers.
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The next day turned out to be very enjoyable as Will brought out their first place trophy and they all began to cheer happily. Kurt couldn't help but notice how Finn and Rachel were still managing to look toned down, things were far from fine between the two of them just yet, which was no real surprise, but Rachel going so far as to turn down a chance to sing a solo was. But all it took was to glance over at Blaine beside him and see the silly smile on his boyfriends face and he quickly forgot about anyone else's troubles with romance. Not when he was quite aware how well things were going for him in that department. So when Tina and Mercedes began to lead them all into a wonderful rendition of Dog Days are Over in the auditorium, Kurt couldn't help but smile like a fool the whole time, till his face began to hurt. At the start of the song Kurt knelt beside Blaine from down below the back of the stage with the others. Blaine jumped up first and turned to offer his hand to Kurt, which he took right away and was pulled fully up onto the stage. They began to dance around together with their teammates happily. Towards the end of the song Mercedes and Tina pulled Kurt over to finish the last few lines of the song together, while Blaine cheered from his spot by the others.

The song was the perfect way to assure everyone that while the drama would continue, they would overcome what challenges came their way, because they had each other.
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At the end of the day Kurt was at his locker, Blaine at his usual spot at his side, listening to him as he chattered away. When he caught sight of David in the distance he held his breath, only to see him simply turn and walk in the opposite direction. Kurt gave Blaine a look of confusion, while he swore Blaine was grinning about something he didn't know about. Kurt decided to let it go for once and simply resumed what he was talking about. Maybe, just maybe, the dog days really were over, which made the plan he had come up with the other day, even more perfect now.

“Say, I need us to stop at the auditorium for a second, I left one of my favorite scarfs there when I was performing before okay?” Kurt told him.

Blaine simply nodded and followed him down the hallway, once they were at the auditorium and went inside. He was surprised to find all of the other members of the New Directions waiting for them up on the stage. Confused, Blaine turned to look at Kurt, who had a big warm smile on his face. Before he could ask what was up, Kurt grabbed his arm and led him to join everyone else on the stage.

“So we all can agree, Blaine, that the main reason we didn't lose Kurt was because of you. So when Kurt approached us all about it, we quickly agreed you deserved a gesture of gratitude.” Mercedes began to explain.

“So we thought since you didn't get to sing a solo for Sectionals...” Rachel began.

“Which you would have gotten if you were still with the Warblers.” Kurt added.

“That this could be your chance now for one, even if it's not for a competition.” Finn added.

“And it's a song you know and love of course, so I think you can pull it off without any practice.” Kurt added with a smile as he turned the boom box that was sitting on the piano on.

Blaine could barely take in how he was feeling, but he didn't get the chance to think about it for long. When the music started Blaine instantly recognized the song, it was indeed one he loved, in fact it had been one he had been planning to suggest he sing, if he had gotten a solo. The song being Hey Soul Sister, Blaine grinned widely as he watched the others begin to sing the back of vocals. Kurt winked at him and urged him to come to stand in front of them. Blaine laughed and complied and he began to bop along to the beat. They might not have had perfect rhythm as the Warblers did, but it didn't matter. Blaine fought back the tears that were threatening to come up and began to sing the song. He could almost picture a full audience before him as he continued to sing, like it was actually Sectionals. But whether he was singing to a room full with people or nothing but empty seats hardly mattered at that moment. All that mattered was who was singing with and that Blaine was a member of the New Directions.