On New Year’s Eve Kurt was at the fire station with Blaine and the guys since they were all on duty for the night and the couple wanted to have their first New Year’s kiss together. “You're birthday is very soon.” Kurt mumbled against his mouth, pecking his boyfriend's lips, the cheers from everyone around them fading away. Blaine nodded softly, arms tightening around Kurt. “I know. I took the day off so I can be with you and our friends.” He told him with a wide smile, resting his forehead against Kurt's, chuckling at the shocked looked he received. “Well then I need to start planning!” Kurt said excitedly, jumping up and down happily as he kissed Blaine again, the two of them laughing. “Happy New Years baby.” Blaine spun around with Kurt in his arms, hoping that this year will be good to them. Kurt giggled, his hands playing with his boyfriend's curls as they stood together, excited about the plans he has for their future.

“Hello… Mrs. Anderson, it's Kurt, Blaine's boyfriend.” Kurt smiled softly, hearing the surprise in her voice from receiving a call. Blaine hasn't spoken to his parents since the Thanksgiving incident. “Yes, I just. I really want to apologize for what happened when we were over; I feel terrible and would hope that you and your husband could forgive me.” Jacklyn Anderson was nothing but kind on the phone, telling him that what happened was understandable and she felt horrible for her husband's behavior that night, making Kurt smile widely. He always liked her, even before he met her and Blaine would tell him stories. “Well the other reason I called today was because Blaine's birthday is coming up next week and I would love if you all could fly in for a surprise dinner at my apartment for him. Sebastian and Liam will be there as well as my brother and his wife.” Kurt explained happily, hoping that she agrees to come. “It would mean so much to me if you and Mr. Anderson could be here for Blaine, to help us celebrate the big day.” He added, hearing her sigh dreamily. “That is wonderful! I am so excited! All we'll be doing is dinner at my apartment, some talking and catching up. Blaine's been really tired from work lately so I want him to relax as much as possible.” Kurt said leaning back in his chair, giving Lauren an excited face as he listened to Jacklyn go on about how she misses her son and is excited to see him again. “Alright well I need to get back to work, I'll see you next week and you can call Sebastian for details because he's helping out that day while I distract Blaine and keep him away from the apartment.” Kurt told her laughing before saying their goodbyes and hanging up. “Well, look at you getting all cozy with his mom” Lauren teased, giving her friend a wink. “It’s not her I have a problem with, it’s his father I'm worried about.” Kurt grumbled, rolling his eyes as he went back to work, hoping maybe Mr. Anderson can keep it cool for his son’s birthday.

Kurt sat on top of Blaine, hands slowly rubbing his chest. “Mm... Baby, what are you doing?” Blaine grumbled tiredly, rubbing the sleep out of his eyes as he moaned, rolling his hips against his boyfriend's. “Good morning birthday boy.” Kurt mumbled leaning forward to peck Blaine on the lips, smiling wickedly. Blaine chuckled darkly, his hands on Kurt's hips as they moved together, a sigh escaping as his mouth fell open. “This is the best birthday ever.” He whispered, rolling over and flipping his boyfriend on his back, sliding his hands up Kurt's shirt, holding him close. “I figured I would make it worth your while.” Kurt joked with a breathy laugh, stripping Blaine's boxers from him as they fumbled around, little groans escaping here and there. “You make everything worth it.” Blaine closed the gap between their mouths, kissing him softly, Kurt's legs wrapping around his boyfriend's waist.

Later that day they climbed the stairs to Kurt's apartment, laughing about the weird people they saw while walking back. “So what's for dinner tonight?” Blaine wondered, smiling at his boyfriend, his back leaning against the door. Kurt shrugged and kissed his cheek, trying to grab the keys that Blaine was twirling around his finger. “Your choice birthday boy, I'm cooking for you tonight.” Kurt winked, nudging Blaine out of the way so he could open the door, the two of them laughing more. Blaine wrapped an arm around Kurt's waist as he jiggled the lock, shoving the key back into his boyfriend's pocket with a sly smile.

Blaine winked, kissing the side of Kurt's head before he reached out and opened the door. “Surprise!” Everyone yelled making Blaine look up in shock, his mouth falling open. “Oh... My... Dad?” He mumbled, looking around at all the people in the room. His parents, Cooper, Sebastian, Liam, Finn and Rachel; what in the world was going on? “Happy birthday baby bro!” Cooper yelled, coming forward and hugging Blaine tightly, patting his back gently. “I thought it was just going to be you and me tonight.” Blaine whispered as he leaned over near Kurt's ear, confused as hell. “Happy birthday Blaine!” Rachel said excitedly, hugging him loosely with a wide smile. Blaine kissed her cheek, trying his best to fake a smile. “Thank you Rach.” He told her softly, giving his shoulder a squeeze. “Well I wasn't going to ruin the surprise...” Kurt leaned over, kissing Blaine on the cheek. “Happy birthday honey.” Blaine gulped, looking around at everyone smiling, watching him. “Kurt, you really didn't have to do this.” He insisted, trying not to sound ungrateful. “I know... I wanted to!” Kurt smiled widely, seeing the slight distress on his boyfriend's face. “No Kurt... You really didn't have to do this.” Blaine stressed, raising his eyebrows to give a hint.

“Happy birthday man!” Sebastian greeted, slapping Blaine on the back, catching him off guard. “Wow, thanks man. Did you know about this?” Blaine asked, seeing the look in his friend's eyes. Sebastian chuckled and nodded proudly. “Yeah, how else did they all get in here? Someone had to help Kurt out while he distracted you this afternoon!” He said, shaking his head with a large smile on his face. “Yeah, right, this is... Great.” Blaine mumbled to himself, seeing his mom with that insanely happy look on her face as she was talking to Kurt. “Wow, I'm speechless.” He said a little louder, releasing a sigh as he shook his head. “I didn't know my presence was going to have this affect on you squirt!” Cooper yelled, giving his little brother a wink, getting a few laughs from people. Blaine looked over squinting his eyes at Cooper in a glare. “... Um. Dad?” Mr. Anderson was standing next to his older brother, a serious look on his face, watching them. “Hey there son, happy birthday” He greeted in a stone like manor making Blaine frown slightly, giving a head nod in recognition. Suddenly his mom came up out of nowhere, hugging him tightly. “Oh my baby!” She yelled happily, kissing his cheek. “When Kurt called me I was so excited he invited us!” Jacklyn told her son, smiling widely, pride in her eyes as she took in her youngest son. “Kurt invited you?” Blaine asked, his whole mood changing in an instant. “Yes, how else would we hear about it? He called last week and set everything up.” His mother explained nonchalantly, waving her hand dismissively. “Sebastian came to our hotel and brought us here.” She added, pinching Sebastian's cheek gently; he was like family to the Anderson's. “Oh. Nice.” Blaine sighed heavily, looking over at Kurt. “He is... Amazing um... Kurt, can you come to the other room with me... Please?” Blaine asked as politely as possible, holding his hand out to his boyfriend. Kurt nodded excitedly, taking Blaine's hand and walking with him. “Sure, we'll be right back you guys! Enjoy the vegetable platter out! We'll have some real food soon!” He called behind him, before shutting the bedroom door.

Kurt turned around with a large smile, seeing the frown on Blaine's face. “What's the matter? Are you surprised?” He asked with a hopeful smile, his boyfriend's expression not changing at all. “Yeah, Kurt, I just love being fucking tired and coming home to a group of people I have to entertain and my fucking perfect ass brother being here!” Blaine answered in a sarcastic tone, Kurt's smile fading instantly. “Blaine...” He said softly, just to be cut off. “And not only that, but my father too…! I thought Thanksgiving would have taught you something.” Blaine added bitterly, running a hand through his hair as he turned around to collect himself. “I was just trying to do something nice for you!” Kurt defended, pulling his eyebrows together in anger and confusion as he to why Blaine was acting like this. “I mean come on, what is this all about? You invited my parents, and without telling me!” Blaine yelled, throwing his hands up in frustration. “It’s your birthday and I thought you would want to spend it with your friends and family, what's the big deal?” Kurt asked, taking a seat on the bed, not knowing how to feel about all this. “How did you even get in contact with my parents, I barely talk to them!” Blaine wondered, finally turning around to face his boyfriend, pinching the bridge of his nose, trying to wrap his head around this. “I just so happened to peek at your contacts one night while you were in the shower. I thought since you guys don't talk as much since Thanksgiving you would want them here...” Kurt trailed off sadly. If he knew Blaine was going to be angry about this he would have never done it. “Why do you think I haven't talked to them since Thanksgiving? God I thought you were smart! In case last time wasn't a freaking wake up call, I don't exactly have the best fucking relationship with my dad!” Blaine yelled, glaring at Kurt as if he did the worst thing in the world.

“I am smart and more than that I'm forgiving and actually care about the relationship you have with your parents, which is why I invited them!” Kurt shouted, standing up with his hands clenched tightly into fists. “Well you could have asked, knowing everything that's happened, and you just turn around and do this.” Blaine said harshly, taking a deep breath. “I know your heart was in the right place, but you know how fucking stressful it’s been at the station and how on edge I've been... I barely get any sleep anymore.” He added, watching as Kurt's eyes narrowed. “Well at least I didn't fucking cheat on you today and have everyone witness it before you walked in... I call that a success.” Kurt said icily, crossing his arms over his chest. Blaine stood in silence, biting his lip. “I'm done.” He said simply, shaking his head in disbelief. “Okay. Let's go back out and enjoy your birthday dinner I worked so hard on. Hopefully you can at least pretend to appreciate it.” Kurt brushed off Blaine's glare, heading for the door. “Yeah, let’s go back out to my dad who fucking can't stand the fact I'm not Cooper. Sure.” Blaine agreed with fake excitement making Kurt whip around. “Cooper doesn't care about that! Don't hate him for being here tonight, he loves you and clearly your dad somewhat cares about you! He's here isn't he?” Blaine rolled his eyes. “My mom probably dragged him here and Cooper loves nothing more than to see his baby 'bro' so he can shove his perfect ass career down my fucking throat and this is just…” He paused, letting a frustrated groan. “I'm done.” Kurt shrugged, watching as Blaine rubbed his face slowly. “Whatever, it’s not worth the fight; I'm not going to argue to a wall who isn't going to listen to what I say!” Blaine laughed darkly nodding in agreement. “You know what, you're right.” He shrugged dramatically, his arms slapping down at his sides. “So why don't you go back out there and entertain your guests. I'll go back to the station so I can get some God damn rest, because guess what Kurt, I have fucking work tomorrow and I took this day off to be with you!” Blaine yelled, watching as Kurt stood there taking it, tears in his eyes. “If I wanted a fucking party don't you think I would have said something?” Kurt sighed heavily, ignoring the comment. “Whatever Blaine... Just leave. Have a happy fucking birthday by yourself.” He told him, getting choked up, not wanting him to leave like this. “If that's what you want then you can go, I'm not stopping you.” Without another word Blaine walked out the door.

Kurt bit his lip, taking a deep breath as tears began to stream down his cheeks, hearing the room go quiet on the other side of the door. “Um everyone, thank you so much for coming, it means a lot to me. Sadly I just got a call from the station and they need me in tonight.” Blaine announced, getting sad looks from everyone. Sebastian pulled his eyebrows together in confusion, noticing that Kurt wasn't coming out. “Um that sucks, alright man, stay safe.” He told him, giving him a head nod, watching as he gathered his wallet and phone. “Yeah, I will.” Blaine mumbled, turning around as he heard the bedroom door open behind him. Kurt wiped his face with a sniffle, looking up at Blaine, their eyes locking. “I... I'm sorry.” Blaine said quietly, looking away and walking out the front door.

“Oh my gosh, Kurt! Are you okay?” Rachel asked, looking back to see her friend with red eyes. Finn watched as his wife comforted his brother, a frown setting on his face. “Yeah man, you look horrible.” He mumbled, thinking what could have happened in that room for Kurt to be like this. Kurt sniffled again, giving them a shrug. “I'm as good as someone can be after they fight with their boyfriend for doing something he thought was nice but was obviously not appreciated... So yeah, I'm fine.” He explained sighing as Rachel pulled him in for a hug. “Oh Kurt...” She said softly, rubbing his back. “Wow... Dick move Anderson.” Finn grumbled, shaking his head and receiving a look from Rachel. “Mr. and Mrs. Anderson I'm so sorry this happened. I didn't know he was going to react like this.” Kurt apologized, just to have Jacklyn wave him off with a small smile. “No honey, its fine. Blaine tends to get a little emotional under pressure. You had his best interest at heart and he knows that.” She explained in a motherly fashion, making Kurt smile slightly. “Didn't sound like he knew that, I wasn't expecting him to yell at me” Kurt mentioned, wiping his eyes with a tissue that Rachel handed him. “Oh sweetie, I'm sure he didn't mean it. You know he's been stressed because of work and everything. Just give him time, I'm sure once he has a minute, takes a couple deep breaths and clears his head he'll see how wrong he was.” Jacklyn assured, fixing Kurt's hair and giving him a kiss on the forehead. “Yeah, okay... Um so everyone let’s not harp on this! What would everyone like to eat?” Kurt asked, trying to get past this with his head held high. “Those pancakes you make! They are delicious!” Finn yelled excitedly, a twinkle in his eye at the mention of food. “Finn!” Rachel yelled, giving him a glare. “We'll have whatever you are serving!” She said sweetly, turning back to Kurt.

Kurt bit his lip as he debated what to do. The last thing he wanted to do was cook. “Well I was going to make Blaine's favorite but it looks like we can order take out or everyone can kind of go out and do their own thing since we aren't celebrating anything anymore.” He suggested, watching everyone give him a sad smile, expect for Blaine's dad who looked indifferent to the whole thing. “Hey man, don't be so hard on yourself.” Sebastian told him with a smirk, punching his arm gently. “Trust me; Blaine can be a bona fide asshole when he wants to be. I can talk some sense to him down at the station.” He added, making Kurt's eyes widen in horror. “No, don't go down there and talk to him, he'll just be madder!” He said quickly, not wanting anyone else to get involved in this, it was their fight to handle. “Okay, but listen, you look terrible. Go try and get some rest, me and Rachel will clean up around here.” Sebastian offered gently, placing an arm around Kurt so he can lead him to his bedroom. “No, you guys don't have to do that... Let’s all go out. I know a good place down the street, my treat!” Kurt smiled widely, shrugging off Sebastian to go get his wallet and keys, leaving his phone behind on the counter.

At dinner everyone was rather quiet and if there were any conversations they were walking on eggshells, not knowing what they can or cannot say. Sebastian had left to take a phone call and sadly couldn't be there to break the tension. “So Kurt how is everything at your job?” Jacklyn asked, leaning forward in interest. Kurt smiled widely, giving her a small shrug. “Pretty good, I've been designing some pieces lately, running errands a lot, but it’s going good. I'm happy.” He told her proudly hearing Mr. Anderson chuckle lowly. “Happy?” He asked, as if being happy at a job wasn't possible. “Yes sir. My job makes me happy. I'm sorry if that doesn't live up to your standards.” Kurt said coldly, not in the mood to deal with this man. “I was almost a partner at one the most prestigious law firms in Ohio at your age. Graduated top of my class in university” Mr. Anderson announced smugly, thinking it would affect Kurt somehow, which it didn't. “That's amazing Mr. Anderson, but law isn't for me.” He answered casually, trying to brush it off, hoping he'll stop. “David, please, not now.” Jacklyn demanded softly to her husband, biting her lip. “No it’s fine Jacklyn.” Kurt assured with a small smile, sitting back in his chair. “I'm not saying law, but don't you think you could be doing something more... productive than doodling. In this economy you need a career Kurt, not a hobby.” Mr. Anderson said sternly, making Kurt glare harshly. “Those 'doodles' sir are what you're wearing right now.” He pointed out in disgust, everyone at the table watching them, not knowing what to say. “So... how about them Buckeyes?” Finn mentioned with a wide smile, no one listening. “Those beautiful Marc Jacobs pieces that your wife buys are the 'doodles' that someone like me pines over for weeks to perfect so someone as beautiful as her can wear them with pride.” Kurt defended, hoping his stare will burn a hole. “You're just as stubborn as my son.” Mr. Anderson spat lowly, crossing his arms on the table. “I am. That's why we clash sometimes...” Kurt acknowledged, giving Mr. Anderson a smirk. “You don't get that there are a thousand 'yous' out there.” He said, shaking his head in disappointment. “Like father, like son Mr. Anderson. Clearly you're just as stubborn as well because you continue to argue this subject with Blaine and myself.” Kurt brought up angrily making everyone look up in an awkward silence.

“I think the weather has been too dry lately.” Jacklyn broke the silence which ended up not being the best idea ever. “And that's another thing, what's this I hear about you two moving in together? Not only that but you bought him a puppy?” Mr. Anderson questioned, as if everything sounded so absurd to him. “I don't know how you heard any of that. We've barely discussed it ourselves. The puppy was something he wanted so I did it for him even though I'm not the biggest fan of dogs...” Kurt explained, chuckling in disbelief. “I understand that this is how you show that you care, but I don't need a fight with another Anderson man.” He added, taking a deep breath, Mr. Anderson becoming quiet. “And you know what Mr. Anderson, I respect you and you raised Blaine into a fine young man, but to be frank... I don't live for your approval.” Kurt went on, hoping to maybe get through to this hard headed asshole. “You can say all the mean and crass things you want to about me and my life and it’s not going to change anything, because unlike Blaine, I have a father that supports me in whatever I do. Why do you think Blaine is stressed all the time?” Everyone watched in shock as Kurt sighed heavily, clearly not done yet. “He works overtime, I barely see him anymore. He doesn't do it for the money; he loves what he does... But he works to try and prove something to you!” Kurt yelled, biting his lip, fed up with the bullshit Mr. Anderson has put Blaine through. It wasn't fair to him. “You know... Instead of starting fights we can all just sit here and thank Kurt for taking us out to lovely dinner.” Cooper stated with a small smile, giving his parents a look, hoping his dad would catch on. Kurt smiled widely. “No problem Cooper.” He said softly, giving him a small nod. “No problem.” Cooper gave him a wink, everyone laughing somewhat uncomfortably.

The doors opened quietly at the front, Sebastian walking in like a zombie, pale. Everyone at the table looked up at him in worry, watching as he shook his head, tears in his eyes. “Sebastian, what's wrong?” Kurt asked, a pang shooting through his chest as a million thoughts raced through his head. “It’s Blaine... He... He's in the hospital.” He answered, biting his lip and closing his eyes tightly, hoping maybe he'll wake up from this nightmare soon. “There was a big fire downtown and he went on call since Paul had to leave early for something.” Sebastian explained his voice cracking. “He went inside the building to save a woman and her kid and… and I don't know what happened, I guess the mix of the heat and smoke.” Kurt just stared at Sebastian speechless, tears sliding down his cheeks. “Let’s go to the hospital guys, come on!” Rachel took initiative since everyone was sitting stock still, not knowing what to do with themselves. “My baby” Jacklyn let out, wiping her tears as she stood from her chair, leaving Mr. Anderson sitting there with a blank look on his face. “Let’s go, I'll drive.” Finn told them, leading Rachel, Jacklyn and Cooper to the door. “This is all my fault.” Kurt said in tears, a hand covering his mouth, trying to hold back a sob. “No Kurt, don't you dare!” Rachel told him, turning around, ready to give him a talk. “Can we just go...? I need to see him.” Sebastian nodded in agreement. “Yeah... Let’s... Let’s just go.” Cooper placed a firm hand on Kurt's shoulder before he could walk away, giving him an assuring smile. “Hey, listen, Blaine is strong. He's going to make it through.” Kurt stared at his boyfriend's brother, not able to smile. “I'll believe it when I see it.” He walked away and entered a cab with Sebastian and Liam.

Mr. Anderson stood by the entrance of the restaurant not knowing what to do with himself, rocked to his core. “Honey, come on, let’s go!” Jacklyn said in panic, wanting to go see her son. “I... I'm a terrible father.” He mumbled quietly, looking down at the sidewalk in shame. “Dad, now is not the time to have your own personal crisis. Your son is in the hospital.” Cooper told him, a hint of disgust and annoyance in his voice. “Let’s just please go so I can see my son!” Jacklyn insisted, walking to the cab in a hurry.