Author's Notes: Chapter 47
~Funeral~

It had taken 365 days but one important day at the end of spring had come full circle once again. On a global scale the date held little importance, if one were to look at a calendar the little square would be blank. Unless you looked at the calendars of Kurt Hummel and Blaine Anderson, then you would see big hearts encircling the number of the date to signal its significance to them. The day they had been waiting for had at last arrived; their one year anniversary.

It had been quite a journey, those 365 days, full of high and low moments, wonderful confessions and looks of love. It was still hard to accept they had found each other somehow and the journey their relationship had taken over the last year. Of course the actual day fell on a weekday and despite what it meant to them, it wasn't an official holiday.

So it was business as usual for the high school couple, despite the significance. But that didn't mean that they hadn't planned to make the most of it. No, the New Directions longest running couple had plans. Starting with Kurt picking up Blaine so they could carpool to school together, though that was nothing special. Except that was a lie because whenever Kurt was with Blaine it was special, no matter what day of the year it was. The fact that it was their first anniversary just made everything that much more special. The real celebration would begin after school was over, but even then it would be considered low key. Because they had agreed to wait until after Nationals to really celebrate reaching a year together. When they'd have more free time and where their parents wouldn't be on high alert in the evening. After what had happened concerning prom, the happy couple wasn't willing to push their luck again and not come home. Because this time there was no real excuse that Kurt or Blaine could appeal with for mercy.

Kurt pulled into Blaine's driveway and wasn't the least bit surprised to see Blaine was already waiting for him outside. What did end up surprising him was the bouquet of flowers Blaine had in his hands, which were red roses. Kurt sighed with a affection as he stepped out of the car as Blaine walked up to him.

“Blaine Anderson, what have you done?” Kurt asked, but his tone was full of love.

“I'm a hopeless romantic Kurt, so there's no stopping me I'm afraid.” Blaine replied with a warm smile as he held out the flowers to Kurt. “And I'll hear none of this, 'I'm not pulling my weight in this relationship' crap either.'” Blaine added with a smirk.

Kurt laughed softly as he took the roses from Blaine and brought them to his nose so he could smell their wonderful fragrance. “They're beautiful Blaine, thank you. But I can't really bring them to school...” Kurt pointed out.

“I know...” Blaine began as he glanced as his watch. “But I believe we have time to put them in a vase and leave them here until after school.” Blaine explained.

Kurt nodded and leaned over to give Blaine a quick kiss on the lips and he followed him to the door. Once the flowers were safely put in a vase and left on the table, the pair headed back outside to Kurt's Navigator. “What if your mom thinks they're from your dad for her?” Kurt asked.



“Won't happen, she helped me pick them out!” Blaine answered with a laugh.

When Kurt was buckled in and turned the car on, he quickly pressed the play button on his CD player and music filled the car as he pulled out of the driveway.

Blaine remained silent and he listened to the beginning of the song and instantly recognized it, which caused him to smile. “Seasons of Love from Rent? How fitting, god I love you, Kurt.” Blaine exclaimed.

“You're not the only hopeless romantic in this relationship.”

“And that's one of the reasons why we work so well together.”

“If only us being a couple were an actual job.” Kurt sighed hopefully.

“Imagine what our bonuses would be... or the idea of overtime.” Blaine added.

“Okay let's stop that fantasy, at least for now.” Kurt suggested with a laugh.

Blaine and Kurt arrived at school to be approached by Mercedes and judging by the devious smile on her face, she was up to something. “Hey boys, today's the big day huh? I thought I'd give you guys a little something in celebration.” Mercedes said with her hands behind her back.

“Oh Mercedes, you shouldn't have!” Blaine blurted out.

“If anything we should give you something after having to put up with us for a year.” Kurt added.

“Yeah well wait and see what I have you before you say that.” Mercedes commented as she revealed a small golden, though obviously fake, trophy. “You and Kurt have the honour of being the longest running couple in the New Directions.” She explained as she handed Kurt the trophy.

Kurt had already began to laugh as he read the little engraving on the front of the trophy, which said 'Longest couple in glee club 2011' and he shook his head. “Oh, my god Mercedes! What even... should I give a long acceptance speech now or something?” Kurt continued to chuckle.

“We are so not worthy! I mean seriously I dunno if we deserve this. Because I wasn't even in the new Directions when we started dating. Mike and Tina deserve this trophy as much as we do really!” Blaine had to point out.

Kurt and Mercedes just looked at Blaine and they both laughed.

“It's not like it's a real award Blaine, so chill, it still counts. Even if you didn't go to McKinley right away it doesn't mean you had to work any less. Besides, it's not Tike's one year anniversary yet either,” Mercedes explained.

“Come here you.” Blaine urged as he swept Mercedes up in his arms for a big hug. “You're too awesome, Mercedes!”

“Okay ease up there Cutie, before you make her eyes bulge out.” Kurt told him with a laugh.

Blaine relented and let Mercedes go and they walked down the halls together to their first class. Mercedes turned to glance at them both and it was easy to notice how blissfully happy the boys looked.

“So what plans have you got for the big day today?” she asked them.

“Nothing huge, as we're waiting ‘till after Nationals to really do anything special.” Kurt answered with a shrug.

“I booked us at the fanciest restaurant in Lima tonight, though it's not all that fancy in reality.” Blaine said.

“Oh we'll make it fancy just by being there, Blaine.” Kurt told him with a wink.
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By Kurt's slightly bias deduction, Blaine had done rather well in finding a restaurant classy enough for the couple to celebrate their anniversary. As Kurt inspected the prices on the menu his eyes widened in surprise.

“I thought we promised not to go all out, these prices are insane!” Kurt muttered with concern.

Blaine held an affectionate smile on his handsome face, finding Kurt's reaction endearing. “Oh they're not that bad, relax Kurt. Let me pamper you a little...” Blaine pleaded with big woeful eyes.

After being with Blaine for a year, he knew when it was futile to resist his charms and Kurt felt no real urge to try. When earlier in the weekend Blaine had admitted he wanted to be the one to plan their date for their actual anniversary Kurt was happy to oblige. Kurt normally was the power planner in the couple and he knew Blaine was itching to prove his own ability.

“Well it's certainly very romantic, I'm impressed, Cutie,” Kurt cooed.

Blaine held up his wine glass, which only held a non-alcoholic sparkling cider but that detail hardly mattered. With a twinkle in his eye, he raised his glass to Kurt and his boyfriend caught on and did the same.

“I propose a toast, to us... and how we've been together for a whole year and yet... as I look at you right now, I know my feelings for you have only gotten stronger with each new day.” Blaine declared.

Kurt turned his head to his side as he pursed his lips together, beaming away at Blaine with heart-eyes a-blazing. He hoped no matter how many years passed, Blaine would make his heart race.

“It's been quite a journey, this past year. So yes, let's toast to us, it's true I never would have imagined I'd find my soulmate at seventeen... but here we are. You'll always be my teenage dream, Blaine. To quote Katy Perry; I have no regrets, just love.”

They leaned forward and clinked their glasses together, beaming at each other with love until they broke out into muffled laughter at how silly they were acting, but it was the good kind of silly.

“God, we're a menace.” Blaine laughed.

Kurt giggled, who he felt no urge to argue with Blaine's claims and he was equally sure their friends would agree at times. Which was ironic because before Blaine came along Kurt had always eyed all the cutesy couples around him with bitter discontent. My how he had changed his tune since then and while that did make him a bit of a hypocrite in retrospect, he didn't feel that remorseful. How could anyone blame him for swooning over his boyfriend? Blaine was the definition of charm.

“We might very well be, but I don't see that as a bag thing.” Kurt gushed back.

“Me either, we're of one mind again.” Blaine concluded.

Kurt stretched his arms across the table and held his palms up in offering to Blaine, who quickly caught on and slipped his hands into Kurt's.

“So now what?” He asked coyly. “You're the planner tonight after all.” Kurt added with a cute wink.

“Well first we'll order our food, then while we wait how about we look back on the last year. Making romantic comments and cute little footnotes. Then, after our meal’s over, we'll head back to our place...” Blaine began but he froze, realizing his error in wording.

“Our place, Blaine?” Kurt teased lightly.

Blaine felt the colour rise to his cheeks and he knew was blushing, but so was Kurt, with fluttering eyes. “Oops, guess my heart's all ready to jump to the future.”

“Oh don't get me started with that! We still have our senior year of high school to get through first.”

“Right, okay let's order before looking back on the past year.” Blaine agreed.

The young couple did exactly that and once they had both found dishes that were affordable enough to order without guilt, they started filling the wait by reminiscing.

“Do you still remember how clueless we were for a while there; about how we felt about each other?” Kurt commented with a chuckle.

“Yes, I do! My friends in the Warblers will never let me forget it! In all honesty I think we both knew on some level. It was just... all so new and wondrous and daunting and neither of us knew how to deal with it.”

“Time for a little pop quiz. What's one of your favourite memories?” Kurt asked suddenly.

Blaine furrowed his brow; that was no easy question. But Blaine was just glad Kurt hadn't asked him what his all time favourite was, since that would have been impossible to pick.

“Hmm... let me think about it for a second.” Blaine muttered as he became deep in thought.

Luckily Kurt was well prepared give his own example as inspiration. “Here, why you ponder the possibilities, I'll tell you one of mine. Though it's all gooey and romantic so I hope you're ready.” Kurt warned playfully.

“Kurt, I'm always ready for romance.” Blaine scoffed.

“It was when you sang your solo at Regionals in our sophomore year. Sure I was far off in the audience... but the song you sang Blaine; goose bumps. Your voice touched me to my very core and it's a moment I will never forget.” Kurt breathed, his eyes closed as the memory surfaced in his mind and a warm smile spread across his face.

Blaine flopped his head down onto the table and where his forehead touched the surface with a quiet thud. Blaine finally stirred but didn't pull himself back up; instead he reached his hand out to Kurt, who took it while he giggled.

“What are you up to, mister?”

“You're killing me with emotion, baby.” Blaine moaned.

“Don't die on me today, wait until tomorrow at least.” Kurt teased.

Blaine sprung up and back into a sitting position with a cheeky grin on his face. “Just kidding Handsome. Now to give you my answer, it's sort of silly but... here goes. It's how you hum when you're happy, especially when you're working on some sort of project. You get so wrapped up in the task at hand and I think it's adorable. I love watching you work everything out in your mind, going through every detail. Sometimes you'll even start to sing or just keep humming and… yeah… I love that about you.”

“Wow, that was beautiful Blaine, and I'm glad my little quirks amuse you so.” Kurt replied in approval.

“What are some of my quirks that you love?” Blaine pressed.

Kurt ran his thumb along the back of Blaine's hand softly. He was enjoying their little interrogation quite a bit. “Let's see... I love how you react to any sort of music. Like in glee club you'll bob your head along to the music or tap your foot to the beat. I love how you will go suddenly from a dapper prince to getting all saucy and make racy comments that makes my heart race.” Kurt began to list.

“That last one is a honour for you alone to enjoy.” Blaine interrupted.

“You're darn right it is!” Kurt laughed.

“I can't wait to see what the future holds for us, Kurt. What we'll be like next year on our second year anniversary.” Blaine admitted.

Kurt squeezed Blaine's hand, “Me too but as long as I'm with you Blaine, I know I'll be fine.”

“We both will.” Blaine agreed.
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Dinner finished, which was extremely romantic, the happy couple headed back to Blaine's place afterwards. Sticking to the plan to keep the festivities low key and wait until Nationals were over to truly celebrate. Just knowing that the momentous day still lay ahead, discovering Blaine's mother was home lessened their disappointment.

As soon as they cleared the front door Kurt hurried to reunite with his lovely flowers and Blaine was right on his heels. But neither boy was prepared for what was placed beside the vase on the kitchen counter, though it was a pleasant surprise.

“Blaine, look! You're mom got us a cake!” Kurt laughed as he rushed up to unexpected dessert.

Blaine shook his head with amusement, chuckling away as he stepped beside Kurt to see the cake. Blaine hoped it was a chocolate cake with light chocolate frosting. White piping and a large number one candle placed in the centre. Just above the candle was 'Happy Anniversary Klaine' written out in red and navy icing.

“Mom! How did you even find out our nickname in the New Directions?” Blaine called out at the top of his lungs.

Emily Anderson chose to make her entrance and was instantly rushed at by both Blaine and Kurt who demanded big hugs of gratitude.

“Don't think I don't have my ways. I did give birth to you after all; where do you think you get your wit from?” she joked.

“Thanks for the cake, I say we cut that baby up right now and celebrate!” Blaine exclaimed.

“Sure, but feel free to take it up to Blaine's room boys. I don't want to be a third wheel. I'm sure neither of you want an adult around to dampen your big day.”

Kurt swore Emily's reply was almost sassy but he still laughed. “Though for the record, we have no plans to trust our luck.”

“Kurt's right, after prom... we both know it would be wise to tread lightly.” Blaine added.

Emily gave the pair a nod in approval, no one in the room found any need to elaborate on what they meant. Instead Emily gave her congratulations, continuing to say how much she adored Kurt before leaving the couple alone. Both knew having her trust was nothing to exploit and so they honestly had no plans to get up to no good. Their current desires were focused on a different type of hunger and Blaine cut them both a generous slice of cake. Kurt insisted on bringing the roses along and so they soon found themselves sitting on Blaine's bed eating their dessert.

Kurt's eyes kept drifting from his plate towards the vase of flowers now placed on the dresser in front of him. “I really love the flowers, Blaine.” Kurt admitted with a smile.

“More than you're loving this delicious cake?” Blaine teased, as he had seen Kurt's near sensual expression when he had taken his first bite.

“Can't I love them both differently but the same amount?” Kurt countered.

“True. Anyway… now that our cake’s done… while he have no plans to do anything… sexual… up for some snuggling at least?” Blaine asked as he took both of their plates and placed them on his nightstand.

Kurt nodded, “It is what we do best... or it's at least one of our top tens.” Kurt crawled into Blaine's warm and inviting embrace.

Once the two were in happy cuddling bliss with Kurt lying on Blaine, his head tucked under Blaine's chin they tried to think of what to do next. They knew what they wanted to do but for once even having a little innocent make out session wasn't a good idea. The teens both knew that after such a romantic dinner they'd try to keep their embrace tame but they still had urges that would risk to overpower their common sense. Just because physical contact more often that not meant more than the physical for them, it didn't mean they were above other guys their age.

Kurt frowned; they were always were good at talking and it was their anniversary, so he was not enjoying their moment of blankness. Kurt took hold of Blaine's hand, lacing their fingers together to get some inspiration and the gesture ending up working.

“Oh I know, why don't we talk about things we might want to do for our big anniversary extravaganza after Nationals?” Kurt suggested.

“I knew I could count on you to get a brilliant idea, Handsome. Let's do that… in fact I already know one detail that's worth bringing up. It might be a bit repetitive from prom planning but so be it…” Blaine began to ramble.

“Like us booking a hotel room?” Kurt interrupted playfully, making sure to keep his voice low.

“Yes, but let me finish, I was going to continue to suggest we book one for the whole weekend. So Friday and Saturday night, heck maybe even Sunday too.” Blaine added.

“Hmm, I love that idea but then there's the problem of coming up with a good cover story…” Kurt mumbled.

“Do we really need one?” Blaine sighed.

Kurt was so caught off guard by the complaint that he sat up, pulled himself out of Blaine's arms, and looked him with interest. “What are you getting at? Do you intend for us to tell our parents our big romantic plans, which will involve a lot of sex?”

Blaine's face held no answers but he didn't shy away from the question, or Kurt's surprise since he hadn't bet on him saying something like that so out of the blue.

“Maybe… I dunno… I'm just… really reluctant to hide so much from my folks now. I'm not saying I plan to walk up to my mom and dad and go, 'Oh hey, just so you know Kurt and I are booking a hotel for the weekend after the term’s over. For this really romantic time which will end with mind blowing sex! Just wanted to letcha know, thanks.' But I also want to be careful with any alibis or covers we come up with too.” Blaine explained.

“I get what you're saying Blaine, and I agree, with some points. I don't want to try to pull the wool over my dad either, because it rarely works. But no matter how mature we've been and no matter how much our parents trust us… letting us spend a weekend at a hotel together is really pushing it. Didn't we come up with the whole idea for our special night so we could have it when they wouldn't be on high alert?” Kurt reminded Blaine.

Blaine let out another sigh. “You're right… I honestly don't know what I was thinking.” He mumbled in embarrassment.

Kurt smiled at Blaine with affection and leaned forward to give him a long kiss to lift his spirits a bit. “I do… you were just being yourself. You are considerate, caring and so genuine… all traits that make me love you more and more each day. We'll figure it out and to come up with a happy medium. You know our friends will help with our alibis as well. We have plenty of time to iron out all the wrinkles, Cutie, you'll see.” Kurt assured.

“One thing I've learned after being in a relationship for so long is… how you come to depend on each other…” Blaine began.

“How so?” Kurt urged, happy to change the subject to happier topics.

“We make up for any of our silly faults, like we complete each other and become better people.” Blaine answered.

Kurt eyes began to well and he rushed forward to hug Blaine tightly, who laughed and began to rub Kurt's back softly. “And I still cannot believe you said you were bad at romance, Blaine!” He teased.

“It just took the right partner I guess.” Blaine concluded.

“I have an idea to submit to the jury now, if we can get back to our plans…”

“How about we give it a code name? For safety, let's call it 'operation coffee order.'” Blaine suggested with a cheeky smile.

Kurt shook his head with affection. “Fine for 'operation offer order', let's not spend any money on gifts for one another. Paying for three nights at a hotel and anything else is going to be pricey enough. I say we go with an old fail safe, let's sing each other a love song, that can be our gift.” Kurt explained.

Blaine response was to kiss Kurt softly on the lips and Kurt batted his eyes at Blaine after, needing a moment to recover. “I love it, I love you… you know I hope we never stop wanting to sing love songs to each other.” Blaine gushed.

“Let's make a promise that we don't then.” Kurt offered.

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For one Blaine Anderson, history it seemed had a tendency to repeat itself, at least when it came to Blaine finding himself sitting in McKinley's choir room and becoming surprised. Though this time, as he looked at none other than Jesse St. James standing beside Mr. Schuester, Blaine was feeling more annoyed than surprised at his arrival. Blaine found it hard not to become bitter at the sight of him. So he didn't laugh when Jesse insulted Finn and his less than coordinated dance moves.

Blaine couldn't forget that because of Jesse, Kurt and Blaine's friendship had to remain under the radar at first. Of course Blaine was still Blaine and so his mood he knew would soon change. That happened sooner than he had anticipated when Will announced there would be auditions for becoming the illustrious lead vocalist for Nationals. By the end of Glee club Blaine could tell his boyfriend was very much for the idea. Blaine was as well, as much as he prided himself in being a team player. Blaine was a performer who loved the spotlight just as much as any other and he wanted his chance to prove himself.

As the members of the New Directions began to trail out of the choir room, Kurt practically skipped over to Blaine with a big grin on his face.

“You know, I'd normally find myself agreeing with Jesse St. James disturbing. But the idea of focusing on our biggest star is very appealing.” Kurt admitted to Blaine.

“What if it's Rachel?” Blaine asked in warning.

Kurt rolled his eyes. “I'm well aware I might not be chosen, Blaine. As long as I can get the chance… I'll try to be a professional.” he assured.

Blaine smiled at Kurt with affection; glad he was trying to remain positive. “So will I.” Blaine replied.

Kurt raised an eyebrow at the comment and his smile grew bigger. “I'm glad you're taking my words to heart about not shying away. You're going be tough to compete against but I think our love is up to the test.”

Blaine laughed, “So do I… but it's probably best if we don't help each other with our auditions. Just to be safe.”

Kurt nodded in agreement. “I'd say that's a healthy option for out relationship. If one of us ends up winning then we can support and cheer the other on with pride. That might make the loss sting a little less...” Kurt began.

“And we're allowed to be a little envious, because who could blame that? But knowing us, we'll be too focused on feeling proud.” Blaine added.

“Exactly and well... if we both lose...” Kurt began again, his expression turning all playful and borderline sensual.

Blaine gulped; he knew that look of Kurt's quite well and it was hard not to begin to blush or reach out and kiss his irresistible lips. But they were still on school grounds so he simply followed Kurt out of the choir room, smirking away.

“Then we'll just have to console one another.” Blaine whispered back.

Kurt turned on his heels and held his hand out to Blaine, who took it and they shook hands on their decision. “May the best man win. Though really, we're both the best in my book.” Kurt declared.
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Life was full of highs and lows and for once, after having a wonderful high on their anniversary, the rebound low wasn't directly related to either Blaine or Kurt. What had dampened their mood was learning the follow day at school was that Sue Sylvester’s sister, Jean, had passed away. Will had filled them all in with the sad news and it had affected the whole group in one way other another.

Blaine found himself at a loss for words when he and Kurt went to the Lima Bean for their usual coffee date after class. Instead he merely took a long drink of his chai tea and glanced over at Kurt, noticing his somber mood. Blaine wondered if the news was bringing up memories of his own mother’s death.

“I mean I know Sue Sylvester is so diabolical that she usually terrifies me, but I wouldn't wish this on anyone.” Blaine finally broke the silence.

Kurt looked up at Blaine and gave him a weak smile in response. “Apparently Jean and Sue were very close... like you said she's a dragon lady as I've often called her. But she's still human; there was still someone in her life she loved. It's so sad... loosing a loved one is never easy...” He said softly.

“It really gets you thinking, how you have to treasure every moment of your life. Because it can be over in an instant...”

“And be grateful for the people in your life.”

“Sorry... I know this isn't very uplifting subject matter...” Blaine began to apologize.

“No it's not but I like being able to talk about stuff like this with you, Blaine. Someone who I know can tell how I'm feeling, without me needing to confirm it.”

Blaine smiled and took hold of Kurt's hand, squeezing in lightly. “That's a role I am happy to take, Kurt.”

“I just wish there was something we could do for her...” Kurt continued as the wheels in his mind began to turn.

Blaine didn't feel the need to make any suggestions; he was confidant Kurt would come up with some great ideas on his own. Instead they both switched their conversation to lighter topics and got back into their usual rapport. Blaine could tell that Kurt hadn't forgotten about wanting to make some sort of gesture for Sue. Sure usually her life choices were questionable, to the point where you wondered how she wasn't in prison, or at least fired. But sometimes she redeemed herself, like when she had stood up for Kurt during his scary period with Karofsky.

During their little date Kurt's own thoughts were what his boyfriend had guessed. He too was hit with the reality of how in an instant the life you knew could be over. Kurt knew first hand how much loosing a love one left a void in your chest. Even now Kurt still missed his mother and worst of all, he feared forgetting her, the sound of her voice, her smile. At the end of the night, being in Blaine's calming company had helped lift his melancholy state of mind. But as he stepped into his house later that evening, he didn't want to dismiss his musings before. Instead Kurt chose to use his superior wit to help a person in need and he set off his newly hatched plan when he headed to Finn's bedroom, armed with a glass of warm milk.

When Kurt knocked on the door Finn came to answer and he took the offered drink. “Hey Kurt, something on your mind?”

Kurt nodded, glad that Finn was willing to talk. “Yes, actually... can I come in?”

“Sure.” Finn replied and Kurt stepped into his room.

“It's about Coach Sylvester.... look I know she's done countless things to make our lives a living hell at school. She's shot us down, tried to crush us... but... despite all that, I want to do something for her, in her moment of loss. We both know how hard it is to loose a member of your family. She might not welcome the gesture. In fact she might just lash out at us as a way to deal with her pain. I was planning to go to her office tomorrow with some flowers or something. I thought maybe you could come with me and we make this a brother thing?” Kurt explained.

Finn bobbed his head in acknowledgement. “Yeah I think I can do that... I mean sure I didn't even know my dad.... but that doesn't mean anything. What about Blaine, is he gonna go with us too?” Finn asked.

Kurt shook his head. “No, we talked about it but... I think it will send a better message if the two of us go. Any more and it might seem like we're ganging up on her or something. I doubt it will take much for her temper to flare.”

“Okay yeah, then we'll just go and offer any help we can. Good idea, Kurt. That's what being in Glee club’s all about.” Finn said.

“Acceptance.” Kurt said with a small smile.
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While Blaine had chose not to join Finn and Kurt on their mission to comfort Sue Sylvester to the best of their abilities, he was still rather anxious to learn how the operation had went. So as soon as Finn and Kurt slowly stepped out of the office, he hurried up to the stepbrothers.

“How'd it go?” he asked instantly.

Kurt and Finn exchanged tired glances as they kept walking, wanting to put a bit more distance between Sue's office and themselves before they would answer. Kurt came to lean against a nearby set of lockers and let out a deep sigh.

“It could of been better, but also far worse. Just as I assumed she's not dealing with her loss very well and I can't blame her. Finn and I have personally offered to help clean out her sister’s room...” Kurt began to explain.

“Then there's Jean's funeral, which Coach Sylvester doesn't want to plan.” Finn finished.

Blaine remained silent for a moment; then he caught their looks. “Are you thinking the New Directions can help out there?” he offered.

Kurt's weak look began to melt with his love for Blaine and he came over to hug his shoulders gently, needing a boost of energy. Blaine complied and offered what comfort he could and gave him a quick hug, rubbing Kurt's back.

“You're.... wonderful Blaine, yes that's it exactly.” Kurt breathed.

“I'll do my part to help out, that goes without saying.” Blaine pointed out.

“Thanks dude, though I dunno how the others will react.” Finn muttered.

Kurt wasn't about to shy away from a hard task, this was where his near stubbornness could be quite helpful. “Then let's go make them see why it's what we need to do. Come on boys.” Kurt said and urged both teens forward, straight to the choir room.

True to their worries when Finn, Kurt and Blaine stepped up to address their peers in the choir room. At first all they were met with was opposition. Various arguments were thrown their way, Sue's conduct, them having little time because of Nationals, all of which were shot down. Finn stood up and took his place as their leader and told everyone they were doing this, end of discussion.
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The turn out meant that in addition to working on their audition pieces for Nationals, Kurt and Blaine now had to add planning a funeral to their task-list. Of course when it came to the funeral Blaine insisted he would just help and that he'd leave everything to Kurt and Finn to plan and figure out. Blaine was merely happy to give any support and aid he could. As the week continued Kurt's impressive planner mode was a credit to his ability. Which became very apparent when the fated day of the National lead vocalist auditions had at last arrived.

Kurt and Blaine might have been competitors but that didn't mean their romantic dynamic couldn't remain. So Blaine followed Kurt when he went to go change into his outfit for his number while it was Santana's turn.

When Kurt stepped out in a black and white set, Blaine instantly shot up from the bench and clapped.

“Wow, I'm loving your vest, Kurt. That looks expensive!” Blaine announced.

Kurt took the words as an intended compliment and gave Blaine lips a quick peck as a reward. “Thanks, Cutie. Well... I'm up next.” Kurt said as he began to walk towards the auditorium, where Blaine continue to follow him.

“Is it okay if I come watch your number? You know how much I love seeing you sing.”

“Of course you can Blaine, since I fully intend to watch your performance. It will be nice to have a supportive face out there.”

Happy to have his little request granted, Blaine hurried off to sit down in the auditorium, keeping well away from Jesse St. James. When Kurt stepped onto the stage his heart began to beat a little faster, oh how that young man could still make his heart race, even after a year. Sure at the moment they were both trying for the same spot but that hardly mattered. Right now all Blaine wanted to focus on was watching his boyfriend sing and show off his talent.

He chuckled as Kurt's song was revealed to be Some People and his dance steps were quite impressive by Blaine's regard. He actually felt himself becoming a little turned on by Kurt's display of showing how flexible his body was. His mind quickly went back to romance because the tune from Gypsy was another song Kurt had sung. A little over a year ago hearing Kurt sing Rose's Turn had made Blaine realize he was in love with Kurt. As Blaine gazed down on the stage and watched his boyfriend of a year get into the zone, he still felt that same spark that hit him, pulling at his whole being.

“God I love you, Kurt Hummel.” He breathed.

Sadly Blaine's happy mood came crashing down when Jesse St. James gave his less than tactful opinion of Kurt's audition. Blaine was barely able to keep himself seated and not give their new consultant a piece of his mind. But Blaine had far more important people to look after and he scurried out of the auditorium and managed to catch up to Kurt. Who had stormed off with rage at his rejected attempts for stardom.

Kurt noticed Blaine catch up to him and they sped walked back to the locker rooms. Kurt was seething and he chose to remain silent at first, since Blaine wasn't the root of his anger.

“Well I guess I should of never assumed Jesse would be mature. He's clearly trying to win back Rachel by being biased.” Kurt grumbled.

“I wouldn't put it past him.” Blaine agreed.

Kurt and Blaine both stepped into separate change rooms, where Kurt was changing back into his outfit of the day and Blaine was getting into his show ensemble.

“Like seriously! What's so wrong with a guy singing a song that was originally meant for a woman?” Kurt vented through the metal doors.

“Nothing! He was just grasping hairs, Kurt. I don't think any criticisms he said hold any merit. You totally killed that song.” Blaine called back.

“Come on, I really hope you shock some sense into that egotistic pretty boy when you show him your talent, Blaine.”

Blaine stepped out of the changing room, he was dressed to impress at least. Kurt naturally hadn't been able to resist giving his input on Blaine's wardrobe for the number. While Blaine didn't want his appearance to pull focus, he had to hand it to his boyfriend. Blaine was sporting a very flattering blue and grey sweater, where his navy dress shirt underneath had the collar peaking through. Form fitting jeans and topped off with Blaine's usual trend of wearing bowties and the effect was quite dazzling.

Kurt stepped up and adjusted Blaine's collar and smoothed down his shoulders. He was still very angry but he at least could take a short break to give his love a little boost.

“Jesse St. James totally Jesse St. Sucks. He said I shouldn't be singing girls song. I make my living singing girl songs.” Kurt barked out.

“Why should gender even matter! I mean this isn't the dark ages!” Blaine added in support.

Rachel it seemed had no problem in voicing her opinion, per usual. “I think the winner of four show choir competitions might be able to give us some valuable insight.” Rachel countered.

Except none of the teens in the room, male or female were buying her claims, which Mercedes chose to call her out on. “We know you're in love with him Rachel, but do you have to be so obvious?”

“Don't use the fact that Jesse and I once had feelings for each other as an excuse for my enviable win.” Rachel threw back.

“Correction: you had feelings for him and he made breakfast on your head.” Kurt pointed out.

“Why are we even letting him judge, he's so obviously biased,” Blaine added in, not feeling all that gracious with his own turn coming up after Mercedes. He watched Mercedes head off for her show down and he was glad he rarely got nerves from impending performances. Still he was less than confident than before but he wasn't about to back down from a challenge.

Kurt might have been more than miffed at his own audition’s outcome but he followed Blaine along when it was time for him to take the stage. They all made it in time to hear yet another brutal call-out to an attempted audition. Kurt narrowed his eyes at the back of Jesse's head. It was true a lot of what he was saying about Mercedes' lack of effort was apparent. That didn't mean he wasn't above judging for his less than gracious way with words.

Blaine walked out onto the stage and looked up at Mr. Schuester and Jesse in the audience, noticing that the younger judge looked bored already. Oh well, it was now or never.

“Hey, I'm Blaine Anderson and I'm going to sing 'Over You' by Roxy music.” He informed.

“Great, Blaine.” Will encouraged.

When Jesse proved he had no intention to make any comments Blaine simply moved his audition along and turned onto performer mode. He fully dove into the song as the music started and he opened his mouth to sing. Blaine had used all the time he had to practice his voice and his dance steps for the number. He only hoped it would be enough as he submitted himself to the comity in the form of song.

Kurt began to smile and move to the beat as he watched Blaine lay out all his charms in the hope for a solo. He knew he was biased but Kurt could find little wrong with his number as he watched Blaine's figure dart around the stage. Kurt took his eyes off his boyfriend for a moment to glance down at Jesse's figure and he rolled his eyes, how could he think he was being a good consultant was anyone’s guess.

“Oh lord, give me strength.” He muttered as he resisted the urge to punch the man.

By the time Blaine finished his song, he was breathing rather hard and he was confident he had given it his all. Blaine recovered enough to stand up once more and he just looked forward again and waited for his reception he got, good or bad.

True to his other responses, Will Schuester began to clap and he was clearly impressed but by this point, that didn't mean much. “Wow, Blaine that was great! I can totally see how much effort you put in that number!”

Blaine took the compliment happily and his broad smile proved it, but his expression hardened a bit when he looked over at Jesse St. James and saw bored indifference on his smug face.

“Honestly I was too distracted by your bordering disturbed facial expressions and over enthusiastic dance moves to notice much else, Blaine. You're too much razzle-dazzle and it's not very lead solo material.” Jesse declared at point blank.

“Wait, so first Santana didn't project enough emotion, then I couldn't pull off a girl song, Mercedes didn't try hard enough and Blaine went over-board? Get off your post Vocal Adrenaline high horse!” Kurt called out in anger.

Kurt attempts to call Jesse out on him being unprofessional proved to be futile and Blaine just gave up and walked down the stairs of the stage to join Kurt and the others in audience. There was no point in trying to make any progress, not when none other than Rachel Berry chose to make her entrance. All it took was one look in Jesse's direction to see his vote for the star had already been decided.

Blaine sat down next to Kurt and patted his knee affectionately, “He's not worth your time, Handsome but thanks.”

Kurt's expression softened for a moment until he and his running mates for lead vocalist all stared down their top competitor.

“Fix!” Kurt shouted right before Rachel started her song, but his outburst was ignored. As Rachel began to sing Kurt found himself beginning to well up with emotion, damn Rachel Berry and her talent. Yes she was selfish and downright insufferable at times, but it was still very clear to see how amazing her voice was.

“Wow...” Blaine breathed as he held back tears.

Kurt hadn't fared so well and his eyes were now wet, he looked at her with stunned worship. “She may be difficult but boy can she sing.” He whispered in awe.

Blaine and Kurt both stood up and began to clap, shouting bravo in unison, looking like mirrored copies of each other. Until Santana and Mercedes pulled them back down in their seats and they couple fought to regain their composure.

Kurt annoyance for the brunette quickly returned as Jesse's remarks were nothing but praise and he totally agreed with Santana and Mercedes's verbal outbursts. He lay in wait with Blaine to hear the verdict only to be told by Will that they would all have to wait to hear the outcome to their auditions. Kurt rolled his eyes, he already knew what they would be, Jesse would use all his power to persuade Will to give Rachel the solo, not matter if she had had countless before.

“Why can life be so freaking unfair?” Kurt whispered to Blaine.

Blaine just nodded in agreement, he knew their little moment of petty jealousy would soon pass but for now he was fine to embrace it.
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Blaine was trying to pass the time while Kurt was off with Finn helping Sue at Jean's nursing home by coming up with some original songs when his phone rang. He reached over to see who the call was from and he was surprised to discover it was his boyfriend.

“Hey Kurt, is anything wrong?” He asked, his voice holding a little concern. He knew it was far too soon for the job to be over and knowing Sue would be there, he couldn't begin to guess what might have gone wrong.

“Nothing really but Coach Sylvester just left us to do the job alone... so we could use another set of able hands.” Kurt began to explain.

“Say no more, I'll be right over.” Blaine commented as he got up and headed off.

“Thank you, Cutie. I'll text you the address.” Kurt said weakly.

By the time Blaine arrived to help the Hummel-Hudson brothers he saw they had their work cut out for them. But most of all, Blaine noticed the very somber mood the room held and he took a deep breath.

“I take it things didn't go so well?” he deduced.

“No, no they did not.” Kurt confirmed as he tossed another pile of magazines in a trash bag.

“Sue told us to throw everything in the dumpster, she said she doesn't want to keep anything.” Finn explained.

Blaine whistled lightly, “That's harsh but understandable...”

Kurt handed Blaine his own garbage bag. “We're going to go against her wishes and keep some special things. Which might just magically be at the funeral for her to take if and when she's ready. I for one know all about mementos. One of my favourite Christmas ornaments was my mother’s perfume bottle... I always loved the way she smelled.”

Finn and Blaine both gave Kurt warm smiles and Blaine noticed a videotape in Finn's hand.

“Whatcha got there, Finn?” Blaine asked.

Finn looked at the tape again and went to place it in the nearby VCR and turned the TV on. Willy Wonka appeared on the screen singing Pure Imagination.

“It was Jean's favourite movie.” Kurt explained to Blaine.

“You know... I think we have our inspiration for the funeral right here guys.” Finn muttered.

“What do you mean?” Kurt asked.

Finn turned his attention away form the television to look at Kurt and Blaine, “Willy Wonka was her favourite movie and it's exactly the type of inspiration we can use. I say we make her funeral special, like Coach Sue knows she was.”

Kurt felt himself tearing up a little bit at the very idea; he could picture it already. He walked over and placed his hand on Finn's shoulder. “That is a great idea Finn, I love it. I say we make her passing as special as she was, to look back on the joy of her life. What do you think, Blaine?”

Blaine stepped up and placed his own hand on their shoulders, forming a circle between them. “It's perfect, why don't we make some props from the movie. Like maybe have her casket surrounded by candy, mushrooms and flowers like in the chocolate factory?” He suggested.

“Look at us, we're a total team. Come on, let's go shopping for material and get right to work.” Kurt commented. “After this first job is done of course.” He added.
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After Finn and Kurt got all the other members of the New Directions on board with their idea, they continued to lead the pack and set their plan in motion. Kurt was happy to use his creative and crafty side for a worthy cause. He found himself sitting in his living room, amongst half painted mushroom and in the company of Blaine Anderson, painting away beside him.

“You know, you're such an inspiration at times, Kurt. Your ability to organize a whole funeral in a few days is really amazing.” Blaine praised as he painted another red dot on his yellow toadstool.

“I'm not the only one who's busy at work, while I took charge of the decorations and service, Finn's been covering the musical portion, in fact we have to head over for rehearsal in a few hours. I only hope I can get through singing Pure Imagination without bursting into tears this time.” Kurt muttered awkwardly.

“Hey tears have never stopped you before, love. We'll pull through; and that will give time for all of this to dry.” Blaine pointed out as he gestured to the array of props on the floor and on a protective white sheet.

“You know, after this past week I can't help think about what the future could hold. I know it's almost selfish... but... I keep thinking about us, and my own journey. Where will we be in a year from now after graduation?” Kurt admitted softly.

“I know what you mean, there's so many unknowns we can't anticipate. I think Jean's passing shouldn't make us fear the future though. I think any loss we or people we know experience should remind us how much to value life.” Blaine told Kurt softly.

Kurt turned his attention away from the lemon slice he was painting and pursed his lips at Blaine. “You're so sweet... do you know that?”

“As sweet as all this fake candy around us?” He teased, wanting to lighten the mood a bit.

Kurt laughed and he felt himself renewed. “Oh, I think so.”
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Jean Sylvester’s funeral turned out to be a beautiful service, one that her older sister truly accepted, treasured and felt thankful for. The New Directions’ rendition of Pure Imagination caused everyone in the room to be truly touched by the beauty. Tears flowed like the chocolate fountain Kurt had added to the decorations and by the end the pay off was Sue telling them all thank you, barely holding her gratitude back.

After the service was over everyone felt heavy with emotion and grief and Blaine and Kurt were no different. Once Kurt saw to the final details of clean up and his job as co-planner was over he was surprised to receive a hug from McKinley's cheer coach. Kurt watched Finn head off with Quinn shortly after and Kurt in turn sought the company of the love of his life.

Blaine wasn't far away and he instantly held his arms out in offering to Kurt, who walked into his embrace and they clung together for a long while. Blaine could feel Kurt shuddering a bit with emotion and he felt it too.

“You did such a good job, Kurt.” He soothed.

Kurt let out an awkward laugh. He was happy but sad at the same time. “We all did.” He murmured.

Eventually the couple walked hand and hand back to the car and Blaine eyed Kurt with concern. “Do you want me to drive?”

Kurt shook his head, but this point he knew exactly where he wanted to go and who he wanted to see. “No… actually, Blaine, can we go somewhere now...” he began but faltered and he couldn't finish.

“Sure, where?” Blaine coaxed softly.

“First the florist... then... to visit someone I haven't seen in years.” Kurt breathed.
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It might have been the norm to find oneself walking through a graveyard after a funeral but for the two young men strolling among the gravestones, it was a rare event. Kurt hadn't come back to this place since he was a child. At first Kurt wasn't sure why he had been so resistant to visit his mother’s grave as he got older. Maybe he had tried to convince himself he didn't need to see the visible proof to know she was dead. Or perhaps it was because he didn't believe in God and couldn't imagine his mother was above him floating on a cloud in a white dress. Kurt wasn't trying to justify any excuses he had before all he could think about in that moment was he wanted to see her, or what he could of her.

Blaine walked silently beside Kurt, who was carefully holding a bouquet of flowers and he felt no urge to speak. It touched Blaine deeply when Kurt had asked him to come visit his mother’s grave, that Kurt would want him there when he did. Blaine had broken down crying but managed to nod and say of course he would. Finally he found the urge to talk again, if only to keep them going.

“When was the last time you were here?” He asked Kurt softly.

“Um... I think it was when I was around ten or so, I can't recall for sure.” Kurt answered back weakly.

“I can see why Jean's funeral would make you want to come here now.”

“That's not the only reason, Blaine... it's silly but I want to you to meet her. I know she's dead and she can't see or hear us. I wish she could though, so she could see how happy I am now, how loved. Even when I find myself forgetting her sometimes and what she was like, I know she would have loved you, Blaine.” Kurt explained.

Blaine choked back tears, he needed to be strong for Kurt's sake, now was not the time to break down. “I wish I could meet her too. It's not silly either, you wanting to come here. If it helps the both of us, you introducing me… it's what she would of wanted.” Blaine coaxed.

Kurt smiled. “You're right.” He agreed.

The young lovers arrived at their destination and saw the name across the grave: Julia Elizabeth Hummel, beloved wife and mother. Blaine stepped up and touched the engraving with his fingers as Kurt bent down to set the flowers in front of the stone.

“So you were given Elizabeth as your middle name from you mom?”

Kurt laughed, he remembered when once he whined to his dad about being given a girl’s middle name. Not that he cared, he loved his mother but as soon as the kids found out in school he had been teased a lot. “My great-grandmother actually, it's a family name... it would of been my first name if I were a girl. But after I was born my mom said my being a boy didn't mean the tradition would have to end it completely.” Kurt explained with a chuckle.

“I think I would have liked her.” Blaine said with amusement.

“She'd want to adopt you.”

“Well... there would be no need... not if I'd become her son-in-law one day...” Blaine admitted, not regretting his bold comment.

Kurt felt his heart begin to race, “I really hope that happens, Blaine. Maybe if we ever have children and if it's a daughter... we can name her Elizabeth.” Kurt replied, taking it a bit further.

Blaine came over to Kurt and came to stand behind him, wrapping his arms over Kurt's chest and resting his head on his shoulder, pressing their cheeks together. “What was she like?” he asked.

Kurt closed his eyes and he brought up memories of his mother, “She was sweet and kind, but she could also be a force to be reckoned with. I sure found that out quick when I tried to push my luck. The thing I remember the most is how much my dad adored her, there was so much love between them.”

“So I know where you got your sass from them.” Blaine deduced with amusement.

Kurt and Blaine shared some therapeutic laughter and Kurt was soon brave enough to talk to her, even when he found the idea a little silly still. But he was sure countless other loved ones came to do the same thing.

“Hey Mom... I'm sorry I haven't come to visit for such a long time. I'm sure you'd say it wasn't necessary but I still wanted to. What I have to say might be boarding clich� from romantic movies but then I am a romantic at heart... so I find it fitting...” Kurt began to half ramble as he relaxed a bit more. Kurt stepped forward and came to stand behind Blaine, placing his hands on Blaine's shoulders.

“There's someone I want you to meet... Blaine Anderson, my boyfriend. I know it's crazy huh? Who knew I find the love of my life when I'm still in high school? But I did and here he is and I just wanted you to meet him... and to let you know I'm happy.” Kurt said as he fought to hold himself together.

Blaine listened to Kurt's angelic voice and let it keep himself together. “Hi Mrs. Hummel... It's a pleasure to meet you. I'm not really sure what I should say except I love your son with all my heart... and I hope I'll get to share my life with him, for as long as I can. You'd be proud of the young man Kurt's grown into. Since meeting Kurt from day one he and Burt and Kurt's whole family... Finn and Carole included have made me so welcome. So while it's years away from where a wedding might make them my actual family... that hardly matters. I'd say I'll look after Kurt for you... but we both know he can take care of himself. He's sassy, strong and so moving... and I'm just happy we found each other.”

“Oh lord Blaine, I can't take this anymore!” Kurt cried out with a sob. “Do something!”

“Do what? It's not like you're helping me either!” Blaine whined.

“There's no off switch! You would think I've cried enough.”

“Happy tears aren't bad, you big doofuss!” Blaine laughed and half cried out.

They broke out into much needed fits of laughter and Blaine ended up helping just as Kurt had asked. Bringing the snickering couple to hold onto each other as they tried to recover from their emotional upheaval so they could stop crying and be cheerful.

“Well as you can see Mom, I've found my man. One I truly needed...” Kurt finally said in closing.

Blaine brought his face close to Kurt's so their foreheads were touching and they brought their lips together for a tender kiss. Kurt closed his eyes as he kissed Blaine and gave into the whole sensation, forgetting everyone else in the world. Until they heard voices off in the distance and the lip-locked couple remembered where they where and pulled apart to exchanged bashful grins and showed they had started to blush.

“I guess we shouldn't be making out in front of your mom.” Blaine joked.

“No… let's go back to my place and continue there...” Kurt suggested.
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“You know it's sure easier to come home to a house that isn't conveniently empty when you're in a relationship that's more about wanting sex.” Blaine concluded from their spot on Kurt's couch.

Kurt laughed, snuggling up closer and he lay over Blaine on the edge of the couch, his back resting on Blaine's their arms wrapped around each other. It was true neither one of them were really in the proper mind state to give getting all sexy a try. So discovering Carole was home didn't disappointing either teen too much. But there was no way they were going to deny themselves some cuddling bliss and they felt no need to hide their love, hence them not heading off to Kurt's bedroom.

“Well that's because for us, sex isn't just sex... it's something we get to share together.” Kurt scoffed.

“Agreed though we shouldn't keep this topic up... not with your mom being around.” Blaine warned playfully.

“Wise choice, Cutie. Okay well you know I find myself wondering what will go down with the whole who's gonna get the solo for National ordeal still.” Kurt admitted sheepishly.

“Me too, I dunno who's gonna get it. I really hope Mr. Schue won't give into Jesse St. James’ stupid whims and make it Rachel. I mean if she wins by her talent alone then that's different. But Jesse was so bias it was clear to see... not very professional if he hopes to make it in the world.” Blaine grumbled.

“I'm beginning to think maybe letting one person hog the spotlight wasn't such a great idea.” Kurt admitted with a sigh.

“Wow... now that's what I call growth.” Blaine teased.

“That almost sounded like a compliment.” Kurt chimed.

Finn ended up stumbling through the front door and the blank expression on his face looked very familiar to the pair on the couch. Kurt quickly remembered why and what had happened before when Finn had looked the same and like back then, Kurt pulled himself out of his boyfriend embrace.

“Finn... what's wrong?” Kurt asked.

Finn allowed Kurt to bring him over to Burt's chair and took a seat without a word. Whatever had happened it was still fresh in his mind it seemed.

“I uh...” he stuttered.

“You broke up with Quinn, didn't you?” Blaine offered.

Finn took a deep breath and nodded, “Yeah I did... I still love Rachel... I messed up big time when I dumped her…” he muttered.

“Well I'm sorry it took this happening but I think it was right of you to end it with Quinn. Getting Rachel back might not be easy now will all the dramatic details. But I still think it was the right thing to do.” Kurt admitted.

“Totally! Don't give up on her, Finn! I just have this hunch you two are meant to be.” Blaine added, giving his support.

Finn cracked a small smile at his friends’ attempts to cheer him up, he hadn't recovered yet but it was a step in the right direction.

“You two up for another guy’s night out to try to cheer me up?” he asked with a smirk.

“As long as it's not sports related this time, I'm game.” Kurt replied back, his voice full of sass.
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Kurt had intended to put on a brave face as he and his running mates for National stardom, minus Rachel at first, had come to read the list he found himself starting in disbelief. Not from seeing Rachel's name there like he had assumed, which clearly both Rachel herself and Jesse St. James had been expecting when they took finally choice to make an appearance. What the six of them where faced with was a confusing note asking them all meet in the choir room at 3:30. Kurt allowed himself to get a little venomous when Santana started spewing off that she was the obvious choice and he didn't feel any remorse.

Blaine even let himself go a bit and joined in, saying how well he had done at Regionals only to feel a bit guilty when Mr. Schuester call them all out on their near childish antics. By the end of Will's speech peaceful harmony had returned and Kurt came back to compliment Santana on her voice. Rifts repaired the New Directions snapped in action to get right on track with coming up with three winning songs for Nationals.

After Glee club Kurt walked towards Blaine's locker at his boyfriend’s side and he was glad everything had come full circle in the end.

“Well I actually agree with Mr. Schue's verdict for once, we work far better as a team.” Kurt admitted.

“Other groups like Vocal Adrenaline might need only one star but we're different and I'd like to think that makes us better. Whether we come home with a first place trophy or not, we'll give it our all and help each other do just that.” Blaine added in agreement.

Kurt laughed and patted Blaine's shoulder lightly. “Also I admit getting to work on another original song with you could be fun.”

“Could be?” Blaine asked with amusement.

“Okay, we know it will.” Kurt said with a playful eye roll.