"Just," Kurt said quietly. "just give me a minute."
"Of course," Blaine said, smiling gently. Kurt took a couple of deep breathes, looking around Dalton.
"I can do this," Kurt said quietly.
"I'm with you the whole time," Blaine promised and Kurt smiled.
"OK, let's go," Kurt said and Blaine smiled proudly.

They walked into Dalton together and headed to their lockers, Blaine never letting go off Kurt's hand.
They were greeted by Wes and David who smiled softly at Kurt.
"Hey, good to have you back," Wes said.
"We missed you," David grinned. "Blaine's no fun without you."
"Hey!" Blaine said. "I'm plenty fun."

They boys laughed and Kurt giggled softly. Blaine sent him a look, amusement playing in his eyes.
They were soon joined by Nick and Jeff who greeted Kurt happily.
"Your back!" Jeff cried and pulled Kurt into a gentle hug. "Don't ever leave us again!"
It was all very dramatic and Kurt laughed, the uneasiness in his chest eased slightly.
Kurt kept reminding himself that he knew these boys, they were his friends, he was safe.

Nick placed a kiss on his cheek and Kurt smiled.
"Can we sign your cast?" Nick asked.
"Sure," Kurt smiled and with help he pushed back the blazer.
"Whoa," Wes whistled. "Nice work Blaine."
The boys looked at Blaine's name that he had signed and decorations he had done.
"Show off," Jeff mumbled and Kurt chuckled quietly while Blaine grinned smugly.

The boys all signed their names carefully and added little pictures. The bell rang and they all scampered off to their first classes.

Kurt was called to the councillor's office during his first period. Kurt nervously made his way to the office and was greeted warmly by the councillor. When Blaine and Kurt had first arrived at Dalton, they had many session with her, to find out how they were settling in, if they were making friends. He was a tall women with long brunette hair and she wore glasses. Her name was Mrs Janelle Harper and she was a lovely women.

"Good morning Kurt," she greeted him. "Come, take a seat."
Kurt sat down carefully in the seat and Janelle sat opposite him.
"The school has been notified about what happened the other day," Janelle said softly. "We just want to check up on you."
"Thank you," Kurt said quietly.
"We spoke to Blaine yesterday," Janelle said and Kurt frowned.
"Blaine didn't mention that," Kurt said.

Janelle smiled.
"I'm sure he didn't want to put any more stress on you."
"Was he OK?" Kurt asked.
"He was mostly just worried about you," Janelle said. "How are you dealing with all this?"
Kurt shifted in his chair and shrugged.
"I want to remind you that you are safe here," Janelle said. "Security has been notified about what happened and are on the lookout just in case."

Kurt nodded and shivered slightly.
"I feel nervous," Kurt said quietly.
"As to be expected," Janelle said softly. "Remember, I'm here if you want to talk."
Kurt nodded.
"Thank you."

"OK, I'll speak to you again in a couple of days, see how you are then," Janelle said, aware that Kurt wasn't going to be speaking about it today.
"Of course," Kurt said. He stood up and Janelle wrote him a late pass and sent him off to class.
Kurt had art with Nick for his second period so he wouldn't see Blaine until later.
Nick had saved a seat for Kurt and he slid into it.
"Everything OK?" Nick asked.

"Yeah, Mrs Harper just wanted to speak to me," Kurt said quietly.
"About what happened?" Nick asked and Kurt nodded.

In art they were working on drawing and each had to create five pieces. The teacher happily allowed them to work on them in class.
Kurt pulled out his work and pencils one handed.
Nick noticed that Kurt was sitting tense. Normally his shoulders would be relaxed but they weren't today.

He looked like he had when he first arrived at Dalton. Kurt started drawing and Nick turned back to his work. He glanced over at Kurt occasionally and frowned when he saw that Kurt's hand was shaking slightly. Nick gently slid his hand over Kurt's cast and squeezed his fingers gently.
Kurt looked up with shock and Nick smiled gently.
"Hey," Nick said gently. "I could use your opinion."

Nick himself had been bullied before he attended Dalton. He had been to a public school too and his sexuality hadn't been accepted either. He was pulled out before anything happened but he still remembered how he felt after a day of hurtful slurs thrown his way.
He knew that Kurt's mind would be on the attack and so he wanted to keep Kurt's mind off it.

Kurt smiled gratefully and leaned over to take a look.
"It's amazing Nick," Kurt said quietly. Nick had drawn the Warbler's in super hero costumes.
"What do you think of Jeff's costume?" Nick asked.
"Could use a bit more colour but other than that it's fine," Kurt told him.
"Yeah, your right. Thanks Kurt," Nick beamed and Kurt smiled back.

"Thank you," Kurt said softly.
"You know, I can work and talk at the same time," Nick said. "I know you may not want to talk about it but I'm here if you want too."
"The other day brought back bad memories," Kurt said quietly.
"Whatever you need," Nick said. "We're here for you."

"Thank you Nick," Kurt said. "You're a really good friend."
Nick beamed and nudged Kurt and they went back to their work. It was a double period so they were there until lunch, both of them finishing a piece of their work. The bell rang and Nick helped Kurt pack up his things. He slung an arm around Kurt, shouldered Kurt's book bag and headed out into the hallways. Kurt leaned into his side and smiled.

They headed to the lunch room together and got themselves some lunch and chose a secluded table. They were joined soon by the rest of the Warbler's, Blaine sliding in beside Kurt and sitting close so that their knees were touching.

Kurt's phone buzzed and he winced as he slipped it out of pocket. He saw that it was a message from Mercedes. Another message came through from Tina and other member's of New Directions. Finn messaged too but Kurt ignored them.
"Not going to answer?" Blaine asked as the boys around them talked loudly.
Kurt shook his head and slipped the phone into his bag.
"They don't understand," Kurt said quietly.
"Shot gun taking Kurt's books next," Jeff called across the table.
"What? No I had them next," Thad frowned.

"Roster people," Wes said. "I'll make a roster."
"You do know I can still carry a bag," Kurt said, looking at them all amused.
"Shhh Kurt, this doesn't concern you," David said with an impish grin, waving his hand at Kurt.
"Hold on, I get Kurt's bag because I'm his boyfriend," Blaine said and Kurt rolled his eyes.
"No way! You get everything else Kurt," Cameron whined. "We get Kurt's bag and books and lunch tray."

A debate started around the table and Kurt was content to sit back and watch with a smile on his face.

Mercedes frowned as she waited for Kurt to text her back but she never got a message back. Nobody had gotten a message back from Kurt or Blaine. When had Finn had come in next, they had asked if the message had gotten passed along but Finn said he hadn't seen Kurt since the accident.
"Do you think something happened?" Tina asked, looking worried.
"I hope not," Mercedes said, biting her lip.

"I'm having dinner with them tonight," Finn said. "I'll see what's going on."
"Thanks Finn," Tina breathed.
"Yeah, thanks Finn," Mercedes said.
Finn nodded, happy that he was at least doing something right.
After glee, Finn headed home. He played his video games for a while, trying to figure out what he was going to say to Blaine and Kurt.

"Finn," Carol called from down stairs. "Time to go!"
Carol drove them over and parked. Burt answered the door with a smile and kissed Carol deeply. Finn looked away, shuffling awkwardly.
The two adults pulled away, Carol flushing happily. Burt ushered them in, nodding once to Finn who understood. This was his chance to prove that he was OK with Kurt and Blaine.

Finn headed to the living room where Kurt and Blaine were settled on the couch. Both were out of uniform, Kurt's black cast sticking out like a sore thumb. Silver and gold decorated it and there very little black left on it.
They were watching a Disney movie together, legs entwined.
"Hey guys," Finn said.

"Hey Finn," Blaine said, smiling at the taller boy. "Come join us."
Kurt didn't say anything as Finn sat down. Burt and Carol had disappeared into the kitchen leaving the boys ago.

"How are you feeling?" Finn asked.
"My arm throbs a bit," Kurt shrugged. "Thanks again for helping me."
"It was no problem Kurt," Finn said. "I-I'm really am sorry for everything that I've done to you guys. I let my reputation get in the way of friendship and I shouldn't have."
Blaine nodded.

"I know I have to do a lot to make it up to you guys, but please don't shut out the rest of New Directions because of me. They are worried about you after they heard what happened," Finn said.
"We don't really know them," Kurt said. "and I'm afraid with all that's going on, I'm not sure who to trust."
Blaine took Kurt's hand and looked at him sadly.

"They won't hurt you," Finn said automatically. "They're your friends."
Kurt bit his lip and looked to Blaine.
"We're not cutting them out," Blaine said carefully. "but we need time, especially Kurt."

"I get it," Finn said. "I want to help if I can."
"Thank you Finn," Kurt said.
Carol and Burt watched from the kitchen with proud smiles.
"They're really trying to make this work," Carol said with awe. "For us."

"They're good kids," Burt said.
"I didn't know that Finn was making trouble," Carol said, biting her lip. "I'm so sorry Burt."
"It's alright," Burt said. "McKinley hasn't really taught them to be open to others."
"But I raised him better than that," Carol said, shaking her head.
"Blaine and Kurt...they're different from the other kids. They've always had each other and have always been proud of who they are. They've never let anyone tell them that they can't be who they are," Burt said.

"I suppose Finn has always tried to please others," Carol said, shaking his head.
"He's a good kid," Burt assured her.
"I really want them all to get along," Carol said.
"We need to give them some time," Burt said. "This is a huge change for all of us."

Carol smiled and tucked herself into Burt's arms.
"You are amazing," Carol said and Burt kissed Carol, cupping her cheek.

The boys finished their movie and put on normal TV.
"New Directions are going to want to know what's wrong," Finn said. "I don't have to tell them if you don't want me too."
"What do you mean?" Blaine asked quietly. Kurt was leaning against Blaine, eyes closed and was sleeping. He had fallen asleep during the movie, exhausted from the days emotions.

"Well, they've been worried and asked me to find out if anything was wrong," Finn said.
Blaine looked to his sleeping Kurt and then back to Finn.
"Just tell them that we will still see them, we just need a little time," Blaine said.
"Sure, I can do that," Finn said. "Is he really OK?"
"Not really," Blaine said quietly. "He's had a setback. When we were first bullied...we both suffered from nightmares, Kurt much longer than me for his was more server."

Finn nodded to show he understood.
"Now the dreams are back," Blaine said, gently stroking Kurt's cheek. "We were both miserable for a while and it took a long time to recover and now we're back to where we started."
"I'm really sorry," Finn said. "I wish I had gotten there sooner."
"You saved him Finn," Blaine said. "and for that I will always be thankful for."

"You really love him," Finn said.
"I do. He means everything to me. He's been with me for nearly my whole life and I couldn't imagine it without him," Blaine said, looking adoringly at Kurt.
They fell silent, the TV and Carol and Burt's soft voices making the only sounds in the house.
Finn thought he had been in love with Quinn, but looking at Blaine and Kurt's relationship, he knew they were only with each other because they looked good together.

He care for Quinn, deeply, but it wasn't love.
Finn also couldn't stop his thoughts about Rachel, or stop sneaking glances at her when he thought no one was looking.
"Dinner's ready," Carol said, coming into the living room. Finn stood and Blaine gently moved Kurt so that he was laying down. He put a pillow under Kurt's head and draped a blanket over him.

"He'll have dinner when he wakes up," Blaine said quietly and Carol nodded.
"Poor thing," She sighed. "He does need his rest."
The tree of them headed to the table and Burt served them dinner.
They were quite during the meal, trying not to get to loud to wake Kurt.

All through the meal though Finn was thinking about Quinn and his relationship with her. When dinner was over, he helped Blaine clean up and do the dishes before going back to the living room. Kurt was still asleep, having rolled onto his stomach now and his cast arm just above his head.
Blaine gently stroked his hair but Kurt didn't wake.
Blaine deliberated for a moment before gently picking Kurt up and taking him upstairs.
Finn really needed to revaluate his relationship.