Dec. 18, 2011, 3:05 p.m.
The Epic Love Affair
Ambassadors Abroad: Chapter 36 - La vie en Rose
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Kurt had been nuzzling into Blaine's neck at the table while waiting for lunch to arrive. He whispered when Finn and Rachel were talking. "You need to get Rachel away so I can tell Finn about what we set up."
Blaine looked around for something that could get her distracted and away from the table. The food was taking a while as the party was so large. Blaine spotted a piano in the corner of the room. "Rachel, are you up for a song?"
"I am always prepared for a song." Rachel stood up to meet Blaine at the piano.
There was music sitting on the piano and Blaine flipped through songs to see if there was something he thought would suit Rachel. "How about a duet? We can each take part and then I would be happy to harmonize with you on this one, if you know it."
Rachel looked at the music and smiled brightly. "Of course I know this one. I even know it in French. My dad's made me learn it in French, though I have no idea what all of it means. I mean I know bits and pieces, but not all of it." They sat at the piano ironing out who would sing what parts."
Back at the table:
"Finn, we have a perfect night planned for you." Kurt was talking very high pitched like he does when he gets really excited. "Blaine will get you on the Metro and you will get off near the Eiffel Tower. He will give you exact directions so you won't get lost. Take Rachel along the Seine and be romantic, Finn. We can't do that for you, but I hope you can figure out the right things to say and do. After a sufficient time of strolling along the Seine, walk to the Eiffel Tower and give this ticket to the Horse and Carriage driver. His name is Charles. Blaine has already paid for everything, but you do need to give him a tip when you get to the hotel."
"Kurt, dude, this is unbelievable. How does Blaine even know all of this?"
"Well, the ridiculously rich Anderson family used to summer here in Paris. Blaine knows so much about the city. He paid for the carriage. Tip the man generously Finn."
"I totally owe you guys."
"Finn, you're my brother and Rachel is one of my best friends. I would do anything for you guys. I want you to be happy."
As Finn and Kurt shared a brotherly smile, they heard Blaine. "Attention Warblers, New Directions and other guests. We would like to sing a song and dedicate it to Finn Hudson and Kurt Hummel. They happen to be the most awesome boyfriends to Rachel Berry and me and we are not surprised since they are brothers. Please enjoy our rendition of La vie en Rose."
Blaine:
Des yeux qui font baisser les miens
Un rire qui se perd sur sa bouche
Voil� le portrait sans retouche
De l'homme auquel j'appartiens
Quand il me prend dans ses bras
Il me parle tout bas
Je vois la vie en rose
Il me dit des mots d'amour
Rachel:
Des mots de tous les jours
Et �a me fait quelque chose
Il est entr� dans mon coeur
Une part de Bonheur
Dont je connais la cause
C'est lui pour moi, moi pour lui dans la vie
Il me l'a dit, l'a jur� pour la vie
Et d�s que je l'aper�ois
Blaine:
Alors je sens en moi
Mon coeur qui bat
Des nuits d'amour � plus finir
Un grand bonheur qui prend sa place
Rachel:
Les ennuis, les chagrins s'effacent
Heureux, heureux � en mourir
Quand il me prend dans ses bras
Il me parle tout bas
Je vois la vie en rose
Il me dit des mots d'amour
Des mots de tous les jours
Et �a me fait quelque chose
Together:
Il est entr� dans mon coeur
Une part de bonheur
Dont je connais la cause
C'est toi pour moi, moi pour lui dans la vie
Il me l'a dit, l'a jur� pour la vie
Et d�s que je l'aper�ois
Alors je sens en moi
Mon coeur qui bat
"Thank you!" Both Blaine and Rachel shouted it out. Food had just started coming out as they made it back to their table through the applause of their company.
"Blaine! I love you so much." Kurt pulled Blaine into a very strong hug.
"Kurt, I need to be able to breathe." Blaine laughed.
"That was unbelievable." Kurt turned to Rachel. "Totally beautiful."
Finn was smiling widely at Rachel. "Rachel, that was so awesome. You guys should sing that song this afternoon." Mr. Shue heard Finn saying that and he thought it would be a great idea. They are in France and it is a French Love Song. "Dean Royce, I am going to talk to the council about Blaine and Rachel performing that song at the concert."
Dean Royce agreed. "I am quite impressed with the performance that they gave. I think that would be satisfactory. Let me know what the Council decides."
Mr. Shue made his way to the Warbler council. "Wes, can I talk to you guys."
"No need Mr. Shue. We are working on fitting that song into our set. It might be nice to put it near the end."
"Let me know what we need to shuffle around to get it to work."
"Thanks Mr. Shue."
They were all excited about the concert this evening, but still had some sightseeing to do. Before they left the restaurant, Mr. Schuester announced that they would incorporate a 1 hour practice to include Blaine and Rachel singing La vie en Rose. Everyone was clapping loudly. They still had 2 hours before they would practice and their next stop was the Arc de Triomphe. They had just dined in its' presence and were going to walk over the learn more about it.
Stephan provided them with some history lessons on the Arc. "The Arc de Triomphe honors those who fought and died for France in the French Revolutionary and the Napoleonic Wars. The names of all French victories and generals are inscribed on its inner and outer surfaces. Beneath its vault lies the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier from World War I." He went on to discuss some of the historical events that happened here over the years which included some sad and happy historical events.
"From here, you may wander the streets along Champs Elysee and feel free to take pictures and look closely at the Arc. This is an amazing piece of history that you will love. Before everyone takes off, we will not be picked up again until we leave for the concert. I have written down directions to the hotel from here. Feel free to enjoy yourselves. There are many cafes and shopping nearby."
Mr. Shue chimed in. "Practice will be at 3:00 in the banquet room. We will leave enough time for everyone to get in costume. The bus will leave promptly at 4:30 for the concert. Please be ready on time."