Burt watched with pride as his sons studied at the kitchen table every day after school, quizzing each other and going over their notes, each answering flawlessly. Burt was so glad that Kurt had inherited his mother's intelligence and not his own. Finn didn't sit with them too often as the Dalton curriculum was much more advanced than McKinley's but Finn would often make an effort to try and study with them. All three of them would be graduating together this year and Burt was so proud.

College applications were being filled out and both Blaine and Kurt were applying for ones that had the best music and fashion courses available – in New York, of course. They'd long since decided to go to the same college, something which Burt – up to now – had been cautious about. But these days he could see that there was no questioning it. Both boys would thrive off of being so close to each other and it was plain as day to see that they needed each other – not in the petulant way that young couples would cling to each other, but in a deep, vested bond they shared that was seemingly unbreakable.

The two boys had filled out their applications together and had sent them off weeks ago but Finn was still deciding, unsure of what he wanted to do. He knew Rachel had her sights set on New York and wanting to get onto Broadway and Finn had known from a young age that he wanted to be a football player. Scouts had already come and checked out their games and Finn thought he had done pretty well.

For those who were graduating, they were all talking about their futures. Tina was upset that Mike would be graduating and she would not but he had promised Tina to stay in Lima and get a job for a year before heading out of Ohio to college with her. That kind of commitment was nice to see, but there was no way Rachel would put her dreams on the line. Not for anyone.

Finn didn't know what was in store for him and Rachel and he didn't really want to think about it. He didn't want to break up with Rachel, but New York didn't really entice him. All Finn wanted to do was graduate and then think about it.

On exam day, Kurt and Blaine left early for Dalton, both nervous but eager to get them out of the way. When they pulled up, the car park was already full. They slipped out and headed into Dalton in search of their friends. They found them by their lockers, Nick talking to a very stressed looking Jeff.

"Come on Jeff," Nick said, talking to his boyfriend in gentle, soothing tones. "You've got this, I know you do. Just relax and take a deep breath."

"Nervous?" Blaine asked, patting Jeff on the back.

"I didn't study hard enough, I know I didn't," Jeff moaned, dropping his head into his hands.

"Yes you did," Nick insisted. "We studied together."

"You know, Kurt's feeling the same way," Blaine said, everyone turning to look at him and Kurt blushed, scowling at Blaine.

"I was not," Kurt lied. Blaine had in fact spent the majority of the morning trying to calm his fianc� down, telling him that yes; he had everything and did not have to repack his bag for the 31st time that morning. Blaine had assured Kurt that he had studied hard enough and no, the teachers weren't going to kick him out of Dalton if he started hyperventilating halfway through an exam.

"He was," Blaine assured Jeff and Kurt shot Blaine a withering look.

"At least I'm not alone," Jeff looked considerably perked up and shot Kurt a wink.

"Both of you are going to be fine," Nick told them, determinedly. "Now let's go show our teachers that we were listening in class."

Blaine let out a whoop and started clapping. "You know, you would make one hell of a motivational speaker," Blaine said, clapping Nick on the back with a grin. Nick shoved him off playfully and took Jeff's hand, tugging him down the hall to their first exam. Blaine took Kurt's hand and followed after them.

"Nick was right, you know," Blaine said to Kurt as they walked.

"I know," Kurt sighed. "I'm stressing for nothing."

"You are going to amazing. We've studied for this, you know it all," Blaine promised.

"Good luck kiss?" Kurt asked, eyes hopeful and Blaine chuckled. He dragged Kurt forward and pulled him in for kiss. Kurt hummed happily and kissed him back, pulling away before they were noticed and berated by the teachers. "Good luck," Kurt murmured.

"Good luck," Blaine echoed with a smile.

The teacher called them in and the exams began.

Four weeks of exams and studying and it was all over. Kurt couldn't quite believe that he had actually finished and he didn't need to worry about marks or studying anymore and he could just relax with Blaine until their graduation ceremony.

Finn was happy that the exams were over and had begged to celebrate with Rachel. Burt, still not up for going out, had suggested that Rachel and her parents come over for dinner to celebrate since Blaine, Annie and Edward would be here too.

Rachel had agreed delightedly and when 7pm came around, there was a knock on the door. Finn raced to get it, eager to see Rachel. He opened the door and Rachel stood there beaming, her two dads behind her.

"Hey Rachel," Finn greeted brightly, "Mr and Mr Berry."

"Hi Finn," Rachel beamed and stepped forward, giving Finn a brief kiss.

Finn opened the door wider and they all entered, Finn shutting the door behind them. Carol came wandering into the hallway and Rachel surged forward, giving Carol a quick hug and a kiss on the cheek. Carol was flustered and smiled at her. She was definitely not Quinn; that girl never showed that much affection to Carol, or anyone for that matter.

"Hi, Rachel," Carol greeted.

"Carol, I'm Leroy and this is my husband, Hiram," Leroy greeted warmly and Carol beamed.
"It's nice to meet you both. Please come in," Carol said warmly and led them into the living room where everyone was already seated. Edward and Burt stood up and shook the hands of the Berry men, greeting Rachel at the same time. Annie hugged them both and said hello to Rachel.

"No Kurt and Blaine?" Rachel asked, secretly thrilled. Now she would have the night to shine without them pulling focus. Also, she was fairly sure Kurt was still mad at her and she could do without a diva-off tonight, though it would be an excellent opportunity to showcase her talent to Finn's parents, especially if she could work a song into her argument.

"Kurt's cooking and Blaine's attempting to help," Burt snorted, Edward sniggering in response.

"I think he'll be more help out of the kitchen," Edward chuckled and Burt laughed.

"Rachel told us that your boys are engaged," Leroy said, smiling warmly at the adults. "Congratulations."

"Thanks," Burt beamed along with Edward.

"We're so happy for them," Annie beamed and Carol nodded in assent.

Blaine came wandering in, pouting. "Kurt kicked me out," he sighed dejectedly.

"What did you do now?" Annie asked, amused.

"I tried to steal some of the food," Blaine admitted sheepishly and Annie giggled.

"That'll you teach you. Meet Rachel's dads, Leroy and Hiram," Annie said with a grin. Blaine's eyes widened with surprise but, ever the gentleman, he shook their hands. "It's a pleasure to meet you. I'm Blaine." He noticed that not only a same-sex couple, they were also an interracial couple, which warranted prejudice beyond just homophobia.

"Rachel has told us all about you," Hiram said, shaking Blaine's hand tightly. "Congratulations as well on your engagement."

"Thank you, sir," Blaine replied sincerely.

Rachel frowned slightly, the spotlight being taken off her. It was time for her to pull focus, as she always did. "I was also telling them it's such a shame that our graduation dinners are on the same night."

"They are?" Blaine asked, looking confused and Rachel nodded solemnly.

"Finn, you didn't tell us that," Carol said, frowning.

"I didn't know," Finn shrugged.

Blaine looked worriedly at Burt who smiled back, encouragingly. "We'll figure something out," Burt promised.

"How about I get you guys some drinks?" Annie suggested, standing up and headed to the kitchen.

"Enter at your own peril!" Blaine called after her, seeing where she was heading, eliciting laughs from the remaining adults.

Kurt was happily cooking dinner when Annie came in. "I thought you might have been Blaine sneaking back in," Kurt teased, looking at Annie over his shoulder. Annie laughed and went to fridge, pulling out some champagne and soft drink for Rachel.

"Rachel and her dads arrived," Annie told him as she poured the drinks out.

"Dads?" Kurt asked, confused.

"You didn't know that Rachel had two gay dads either?" Annie asked, shooting a surprised look over her shoulder. Kurt shook his head. "Guess she left that little bit out."

Kurt shrugged. "Most of the time we've spent together has spent yelling at each other or pointedly ignoring each other's existence, to be fair." But he had to admit, he was surprised that Rachel had not mentioned it to either himself or Blaine.

"How's dinner coming?" Annie asked. "Do you need any help?"

"No, it's easier now Blaine has stopped picking at it," Kurt teased lightly and Annie giggled.

"Just shout if you need any help," Annie said, collecting the drinks and heading back out into the living room. Rachel was telling Carol and Burt about how her exams went and where she thought she had gone wrong. Burt was struggling to follow her pace and enthusiasm, happily accepting the glass of water Annie handed him. Blaine patted Burt on the shoulder and Burt sent him a grateful look.

"What are you plans after graduation?' Leroy asked Blaine the second Rachel stopped talking.

"Kurt and I are moving to New York and going to college up there," Blaine beamed.

"I'm going to New York too," Rachel interjected immediately and her eyes widened with realisation. "We should go together! It will be tough getting an apartment and finding jobs; it would be easier on all of us if we shared the rent. It's perfect! Why didn't I think of this before?"

Blaine bit his lip and shot a frantic look to Burt who chuckled. "Well, er, not that I don't love the idea, I mean, it sounds great," Blaine said hastily. "It's just that, Kurt and I are getting married."

"Yes, I know," Rachel replied shortly, clearly missing the point.

"Honey," Hiram chuckled. "I think Blaine is trying to tell you that he and Kurt will want to live together alone. You know, as a married couple."

"Oh," Rachel breathed, looking crestfallen.

"Sorry," Blaine apologised, rubbing the back of his neck uneasily. "I'm just going to – yeah." Blaine made a hasty retreat back to the kitchen and the adults watched, amused by the situation.

"Come on Rachel," Finn said, taking her hand. "I got you something for the end of exams."

Rachel brightened immediately, following hot on Finn's heels. Finn took her to the table where a box was sitting, neatly wrapped – courtesy of Kurt, of course. He picked it up and handed it to Rachel, who beamed. She opened it carefully and gasped, eyes shining. It was a gold necklace with a small star hanging on it. Finn pulled it away from the velvet and placed it around her neck.

"Finn's it's beautiful," Rachel murmured and pulled Finn into a kiss. Finn returned the kiss, happy he'd finally done something right, holding her tightly.

A cough sounded from the doorway and Kurt stood there, arms crossed and looking vaguely amused. "Dinner's ready," Kurt smirked as they pulled away.

"Thank dude," Finn called absently, rolling his eyes and Kurt just grinned wickedly. Besides, Finn had cockblocked him and Blaine far too many times for recollection. Kurt went and collected everyone else for dinner and they sat around the table, gazing in awe at the plates of food that were crowded on the table.

"Cheers to the cook," Edward called out and Kurt beamed with pleasure.

"And cheers to exams being over," Carol continued.

"Cheers!" They all cried in unison and took a sip from their drinks, simultaneously tucking into the delicious meal that Kurt had made.