With Blaine's latest record out and Kurt's new line coming out, they knew they had the money. They were both busy, that was unavoidable but Blaine had promised that he wouldn't agree to any tours until they were fully settled.

"I can talk to my manger," Blaine promised Kurt as they discussed it over breakfast. "I'm sure she'll understand."

Kurt smiled, taking a large bite out of the apple he was eating. "She is pretty reasonable and I'm sure she'll do only what is best for you."

"Did you get a hold of the adoption agency?" Blaine asked and Kurt nodded.

"I talked to a woman by the name of Jess Smith and she said she would get back to us as soon as possible. But – er, no promises yet." Blaine watched as Kurt's face fell and he twisted his hands in his lap.

"Come here," Blaine instructed softly and gently tugged Kurt out of his seat and into his lap.

"What if they don't let us adopt, Blaine?" Kurt asked, his eyes wide with fear.

"You have to stay positive, babe," Blaine said, rubbing his husband's back soothingly. "We both have secure jobs and enough money to support a family. We've been married for seven years and been together longer than that. We have a good chance, Kurt."

"I just – I don't want to get our hopes up," Kurt whispered, voice full of sadness.

Blaine hugged Kurt tightly and Kurt lent his head on Blaine's shoulder, letting out a small sigh. "We'll find a way to have a baby Kurt," Blaine promised. "If adoption doesn't work out then we'll go another way. We will have a family, Kurt. We can do this."

Kurt nuzzled into Blaine neck and smiled. "Ok," Kurt whispered, feeling significantly reassured.

"Come on, up you get," Blaine said and Kurt frowned, sliding off Blaine's lap.

"What?"

"We're going out, get your mind off the adoption – though I'm sure it won't be for long," Blaine told him, picking up their dishes and taking them to the kitchen. "Go get dressed and grab your things."

"Where are we going?" Kurt asked, curiosity overtaking him.

"We're going shopping," Blaine said, grabbing his keys and wallet from the side.

Kurt's face instantly brightened and Blaine chuckled. Kurt quickly grabbed his things, finding a jacket and took Blaine's hand, pulling him out the door.

When they got back from shopping, Kurt immediately started putting away his and Blaine's new clothes. He hummed along to one of Blaine's songs as he hung up their clothes and stopped only when his phone rang. He hurried out of their closet and snatched it up from the bed.

"Hello, Kurt Hummel speaking."

"Hello Kurt, it's Jess Smith here."

"Oh, hi Jess," Kurt greeted, sinking down on to the bed. "What can I do for you?"

"I'm just calling to arrange an interview," Jess told him brightly.

"You want to interview us?" Kurt asked breathlessly.

"Yes, we do. How does Tuesday work for you?" Jess' smile was audible.

"Tuesday sounds perfect," Kurt said, bubbling with excitement.

"Ok then. We'll meet at our office at 10am," Jess told him. "Have a nice day Kurt."

"You, too. Bye Jess," Kurt hung up. He dropped the phone on the bed and stared into thin air, his mind trying to process what had just happened.

"Hey babe, are you nearly done because I was thinking – what's wrong?" Blaine asked, coming into the room.

"We got an interview," Kurt breathed, looking at his husband with wide eyes full of disbelief.

"An interview?" Blaine echoed, confused.

"With the adoption agency. Tuesday at ten," Kurt repeated, already having Jess' information memorised.

"What? Are you serious?" Blaine gasped.

"It's really happening," Kurt grinned and launched himself into Blaine's arms. Blaine caught Kurt, stumbling a bit. He let a shocked laughed and hugged Kurt tightly.

"I love you," Blaine whispered in Kurt's ear.

"I love you too," Kurt replied, tears of joy in sparkling in his eyes.

Tuesday brought a nervous Kurt and Blaine to the adoption agency. Kurt had Blaine's hand in a death grip as they entered the building. "It's going to be OK, love," Blaine whispered as they approached the secretary's desk.

"I know, sorry," Kurt apologised, loosening his grip but not letting go. "I just – I'm nervous."

"Me too," Blaine admitted. "But an interview is a good thing. It's a step forward."

The woman behind the desk smiled at the two of them as they approached. "Hello, can I help you?" she asked.

"Yes. I'm Kurt Anderson-Hummel and this is my husband Blaine," Kurt answered, squeezing Blaine's hand. "We have an appointment with Jess."

"Yes, of course. She'll be out soon. In the meantime, please take a seat." The secretary instructed, gesturing to a row of plastic seats that were lined up behind them, reminding both men far too much of high school.

"Thanks," Blaine said and tugged Kurt to chair. They sunk down onto a couch, thighs touching. "Breathe, Kurt," Blaine whispered and Kurt complied, taking deep, steadying breaths.

A tall woman with long brown hair came into the room and stopped in front of Kurt and Blaine. "Hello, I'm Jess. You must the Anderson-Hummel's."

"That's us," Blaine grinned and stood, shaking Jess's hand. Kurt did the same and smiled at her.

"Alright, follow me and we'll talk in my office," Jess said warmly.

They followed Jess to her office and took a seat on the other side of the desk. Her office had a cosy feel to it, picture frames in the bookcases and desk and plants on the window sill. On the desk was an open file and Jess sat down on the other side of the table, smiling at the two of them.

"Alright, I'm going to get straight to the point," Jess told them with a warm smile. "I've been looking at your files and you both have strong and stable careers and have been married for more than five years. On paper, you have a very could chance of adopting." Kurt and Blaine beamed at each other. "Why don't you tell me a little about yourselves?"

"Uh well – we've been best friends since we were five," Blaine said, smiling at Kurt and taking his hand, "and we started dating when we were fourteen."

"We got married after we finished school," Kurt continued.

"What was like growing up in Ohio as gay teenagers?" Jess asked, propping her chin on her hand as she listened.

"Hard," Blaine replied without missing a beat and Kurt couldn't suppress the shiver that passed through him. "Kurt and I were both badly bullied which resulted in us having to transfer schools. Kurt was actually kidnapped by one tormentor."

"Oh my god," Jess gasped. "How awful for you, Kurt."

Kurt shifted in his seat, looking uncomfortable. "It wasn't particularly pleasant."

"Anyway," Blaine interjected, knowing Kurt didn't like reliving that particular moment in his history. "We both moved to New York after graduation and went to college here."

Jess nodded and smiled, writing down notes in their file. "And Blaine you are well known in the music industry," Jess said and Blaine nodded, "and Kurt, I hear that you're breaking into the fashion industry?"

"The field of work that we're in are our passions," Kurt smiled. "We both worked hard to get where we are today."

"Why do you want to adopt?" Jess asked.

Kurt squeezed Blaine's hand tightly. "Blaine and I have discussed it before. We've always wanted to start a family, but not until we knew that we could provide a stable, secure home for a child because obviously, our jobs can be hectic. We want to be able to give a child everything they need."

Jess smiled at the two of them, nodding in agreement to what Kurt was saying.

"We really want a family," Blaine said sincerely, "and give a child a home."

"I think I've heard everything I need to hear," Jess concluded, closing their file.

"What happens now?" Kurt asked, biting his lip.

"Well, we still have to process this," Jess said, tapping their file. "Unofficially, I can say that you have a very good chance of adopting."

Kurt let out a little squeal and jumped in his chair. Blaine chuckled and put a hand on his thigh.

"Thank you so much, Jess," Blaine thanked her, voice sincere. "You have no idea how much this means to us."

"I think I do," Jess replied, gazing between the two of them. "It will be a few weeks before I get back to you, OK?"

"OK," Kurt stood and Blaine followed his lead. "Thank you again."

"Thank you," Blaine echoed and they both left. They smiled at the receptionist as they passed and headed back to the car. They slid in and Blaine started driving back to their home. Kurt squealed with happiness as Blaine drove, startling him a little.

"Oh my god, Blaine," Kurt gushed. "I can't – oh my god."

"I know, Kurt," Blaine grinned.

Words couldn't express how they were feeling, both not quite believing how well their interview had gone. All of their dreams were coming true. They didn't speak again until they got home. Blaine took Kurt's hand as they headed inside and as soon as they were behind closed doors Kurt drew Blaine into his arms tightly. "I love you," Kurt murmured into Blaine's neck.

"I love you too, Kurt," Blaine grinned.

"I know that we shouldn't get our hopes up but I just can't help it," Kurt murmured, excitement bubbling out of him.

"I know baby," Blaine assured him. "I feel the exactly the same."

"We could be getting a little girl or boy," Kurt told him, a breath taking smile on his face.

Blaine laughed and spun Kurt around, pulling him into a kiss. "Whoever we get, they are going to be so loved," Blaine said, hugging Kurt tightly.

"Dads," Kurt grinned. "We could be dads."

Blaine's eyes were shining with tears. "That sounds so, so perfect."