Blaine knew he should choose his wings; he had been working for this for so long. But watching Kurt sleep, he was starting to doubt his decision. He had been an angel for almost 100 years, and had been working assignments just like this one. But this assignment wasn't like the others. There was something about this Kurt Hummel, something he couldn't quite explain. He had only been in love one time in his short human life, and the way he was feeling now felt more powerful than that. Watching Kurt sleep, his mind drifted to his own story.

Ohio 1903

Blaine had been the most popular boy in his class. He was raised to be a proper young man and he had the family name Anderson, not to mention the Anderson money. The Andersons had come from a high class of people, and Blaine had been expected to act a certain way and most of the time he did. He courted all the girls, but always kept his hands to himself. He went out with the boys, never getting to rowdy. He played sports, but was never too competitive. His last year of high school was quickly passing a blur of girl after girl, ball after ball. His parents were insisting that he be married that summer, whether he was in love with the girl or not. So he did what any boy of his age would do, he asked out all the girls, and courted them responsibly.  However, mid semester there had been a new transfer student. He was beautiful, and Blaine could not help himself from being intrigued.  Sebastian Smythe was fresh Paris, and Blaine wanted to learn everything about him.

Sebastian carried himself with a wave of arrogance, that some would say was obscene. His prep school style outstood in the public school, and his smile was cocky but lit up the room. Wherever Sebastian went girls would fawn over him. He was born in America but moved to Paris when he was 10. His accent was a delicious mix between New England and French. He used his looks to his advantage, even winning over the old lady teachers. He always had walls up, never letting anyone get too close, except Blaine.

Blaine was instantly head over heels, he had always known something was different about him. Why he never saw girls ‘that way' and how he could never relate to his friends when they talked about their girlfriends. Now everything seemed clear. Sebastian lifted the fog that had been hanging over Blaine. When they made eye contact on that first day, Sebastian gave him a look and raised one eye brow. The normally self-confident Blaine ducked his head as he felt his cheeks blush.  Sebastian took the empty seat next to Blaine and extended his hand.

“Hi, I'm Sebastian.”

“I'm Blaine, are you a freshman?”

“Do I look like a freshman?”

Blaine blushed again and tried to back track. “Um no of course not. So you are just new here?”

Sebastian giggled deliciously and nodded his head. The teacher picked just the right moment to start the class after introducing Sebastian to everybody. By the time class was over, Blaine and Sebastian had passed several notes and agreed to meet later that day at Blaine's house.

Blaine knew his parents where wining and dining the Munsons hoping that Blaine would take to their daughter Alexis. Blaine had taken Alexis out on several dates and outings; he liked the girl well enough. She was certainly beautiful with her long dark hair and bright eyes, but there wasn't a spark. He knew without a doubt she would be the one he would have to marry in the summer. He was ok with that decision, she was easy to get along with and she almost always laughed at Blaine's jokes. They would make quiet a pair, and they would be the envy of the town. Blaine also knew his house would be empty of the servants; Wednesdays were their day off after all.

He wasn't sure why but he knew he needed alone time with Sebastian. He needed to get to know this boy, he wanted to know everything about him, but most importantly he wanted to know what his lips tasted like. Blaine had kissed his fair share of girls, but looking at Sebastian he knew the kiss would be different.

When they arrived at the house he was suddenly very nervous, thinking that maybe he read the lines wrong. That maybe Sebastian just needed a new friend. He was wrong. As soon as they entered the door, Sebastian reached for Blaine's hand.

“Don't be nervous” he whispered as his lips touched Blaine's.

That was the downfall of Blaine Anderson. He spent his days courting Alexis, to make his parents happy. But his nights belonged to Sebastian. He spent every moment thinking of him, when he would see him again, when he would touch him again. Even Alexis had picked up something was different with Blaine, but she didn't mind. She wasn't ready for marriage but knew her parents would be forcing her to give into Blaine's proposal. She did ask Blaine one day if there was someone else, when he didn't immediately respond she knew the answer was yes. She kept pushing for more information, when Blaine finally cracked and told her. They were sitting down for dinner on his outdoor patio beside the pool, when Blaine started telling her. She reached across the table and took his hand.

“I don't mind Blaine, I am not in love with you either. I mean, I love you and all. And I do think we will make a great pair for convenience and we will make our parents happy. But I am not in love with you. If Sebastian is what you truly want, I will play the role of a good girlfriend and future wife. As long as you grant me some freedom as well.” Blaine broke down and cried and together they comforted each other. Blaine was blessed to have Alexis, his best friend, and Sebastian, his lover, in his life.

They had 4 glorious months together, before Blaine's world crashed down around him.

He and Sebastian had just recently gotten braver and they started spending time together out in public. They were hoping they would just be seen as friends, after all Blaine hung out with his friends all the time. But they couldn't stop themselves from the touches when they thought no one was looking or the glances even when people were.  One night after dinner and a show they were walking home when they heard commotion behind them. They both turned to look, and that is when they saw that 3 much bigger and older men were walking behind them.

“Hey fags” one of them said.

Sebastian immediately got into fight mode; he hasn't one for name calling and wasn't going to take it from these assholes. Blaine being the saner of the two, tried to take control of the situation before it had gotten out of hand.

“Gentlemen, I am sorry. You must be mistaken. I am Blaine Anderson, yes of those Andersons, soon to be engaged to one Ms. Alexis Munson. Sebastian here is just a good friend of mine; we were just enjoying a last night out before I commit myself to life of marriage.” Blaine spoke with more confidence then he felt.  He was surprised to note that his voice was strong and steady, and he kept the smile plastered to his face. “Now if you excuse us.”

“We saw you holding hands under the table; do you know what happens to people like you?” The biggest of the guys sneered at them both.

“Run” Sebastian mouthed before lifting his fists, he was going to protect Blaine if it was the last thing he did.

Blaine couldn't leave Sebastian he just couldn't; he hesitated for just a split second to long. One of the guys grabbed him and shoved him down to the sidewalk below.  The two young men could not overpower the three brutes, and the beating was horrible. Blood was running into Blaine's eyes, and Sebastian was still trying to fight even though it looked to Blaine like one arm was already broken. Blaine just lay on the sidewalk taking the kicks to the ribs feeling helpless. If anyone heard their screams, they were ignored.

The last thing Blaine remembers of his mortal life, was hearing Sebastian say ‘I love you'. That was the first time and only time Sebastian had said it. Blaine blacked out before he could say it back.

When he woke he was in a field of lilac, the smell was comforting but overbearing at the same time. He set up and looked around him confused as to what was happening.

“Good you are awake.” A gentle voice spoke quietly. Blaine looked around for the voice. Suddenly in front of him was a beautiful woman. Her red hair blew in the breeze and her pale skin glowed. Blaine felt calmer in her presence, she had a way about her.

“Who are you?” Blaine asked

“I am Anna, and Blaine I am here to welcome you home.”

“Home? What do you mean home. This isn't my home.” Blaine started to stand up and he looked around. For as far as he could see, this was just a field of lilac.

“It is now Blaine. This is Heaven. Your Heaven. You have been chosen. You have proven on earth that your heart is pure.  You could have left Sebastian, but you didn't. You had heard the stories of what happens to men like yourself. You knew your chances, and still you stayed. That is the kind of man we need.” Anna said stepping closer to Blaine. She reached out her hands to him and when she did Blaine caught sight her beautiful wings. They were almost a trick of the light, as soon as he noticed them they were gone.

“Sebastian, what happened to Sebastian?” Blaine almost shrieked.

“Sebastian will survive, I promise you that. He will go on and find a wife. They will have a family. But he will never forget about you Blaine. You were his one true love.” Anna took Blaine's hand into her own. “Now Blaine you have a decision to make, you can choose to be an angel and help humanity or you can stay here in this heaven.”

Blaine launched himself at Anna and hugged her close. “Thank you for saving Sebastian. Can I see him?” For Blaine the decision was easy, he knew if he had the chance to help those like himself then he would.

“No, not right now, that will come later. You will have a little while to do some training with me. Then you will start your assignments. Come now, let's start.”

He watched over Sebastian like he vowed to, he watched him grow up then he watched him grow old. Blaine never let his presence be known to Sebastian, he instinctively knew that would be better. However, he felt that Sebastian never forgot about him. Sebastian would often walk outside after dinner with his family, look up at the sky and whisper ‘I love you, B.' Blaine would smile at this, sometimes he would cry, but he always sent comfort and peace Sebastian's way.

When Sebastian found his own heaven, Blaine only visited once. To give him comfort and to let him know that he was fine himself. Sebastian ran to him and peppered his face with kisses and words of love. Blaine returned the action ten-fold. Blaine knew that Sebastian would be spending his heaven with his wife, who had died several years before him. However, he wanted just a few minutes alone with him. Blaine never stopped loving Sebastian, but he knew that Sebastian was better off without Blaine's interference. He loved him enough to let him go.

Could he do the same for Kurt?