The chatty vibe was long gone. Questions without answers hung heavy in the air and in conversations. Finn had accused just about every one there of going to the media. Though he knew full well no one there had. There was rarely a minute they weren’t all gathered here in this room talking or singing. They had settled on singing Not Alone to Kurt and Blaine’s parents by that Darren Criss guy. Rachel was busy finding the song and the lyrics for everyone. Mike and Brittany were teaching every one a nice simple sway to do. Sam wanted to add a body roll to the sway for flavor but Mike vetoed that idea. Puck Artie and several Dalton Boys were outside helping Burt and Mr shue cook.

The others sat quiet or paced back and forth with Finn. Nick walked up to Finn and joined him in his pace. They were silent but both boys had the same thought running through their minds. Why wasn’t I there. I could have prevented this. As if reading their minds Karofsky walked over and placed his arms over both of them and said. There was nothing you could have done had you been there. I was there I saw them head into the food court but I didn’t… I was there and was no help said Dave. Stop this its helping no one. We need to stop the could have would have should haves, they dont mean a damn thing right now. What matters is the song and supporting Blaine’s family and that includes Kurt and all of us. We are a FAMILY a dysfunctional family but a family none the less. Not one person has left and not returned today. We are all hurting for Kurt and Blaine. Dude a piece of every person here is in that hospital bed said Dave. Nick smiled painfully and said your right. I for one will not be going any where until Blaine is at least awake. Neither am I said Dave. Kurt will need us all said Dave.

Burt broke the tension by announcing that Kurt and the Anderson’s had pulled up and that food was ready. Everyone was called to the kitchen to eat and catch up with Kurt on the days events at the hospital.

Kurt said sadly that there really wasn’t much to report. Blaine moved his thumb slightly when ever he touched him or spoke to him but that was it and while it was a promising sign that was it for now. The next few days were gonna be sit and wait kind of days. The doctors were at least hopeful. They had told Blaine’s mom that the pressure in his skull was coming down already. Far faster than they had thought would happen. Kurt was relieved to hear that when he had returned from a visit to the bathroom. They also said to expect setbacks.

Dinner had been mainly silent other than the occasional please pass the ketchup or mayo comment. Then Nick stood up and started to sing quietly at first. Then a little louder as he nerves settled down. Rachel sat shocked as Nick started singing. This wasn’t the song they had agreed on or had rehearsed as much. Kurt sat not thinking about anything at all.

Sometimes in our lives
We all have pain
We all have sorrow

Wes and David joined in with an simple harmony of hum hum.

But if we are wise
We know that there’s
Always tomorrow

Artie and Rory joined in next keeping the same harmony as Wes and David.

Lean on me, when you’re not strong
And I’ll be your friend
I’ll help you carry on

Rachel and all the girls even Sue Shannon and Emma joined in. Carole moved over beside Kurt and placed her arm around him. He was crumbling and fast and she knew it.

For it won’t be long
Till I’m gonna need
Somebody to lean on

Kurt felt his heart swell in his chest with pure love and adoration for this group of people all singing to him and for him. Blaine’s mom sobbed into her husbands lapel as the group continued.

Please swallow your pride
If I have things
You need to borrow

Finn Mr Shue and Mike joined the song. Finn took over the lead and sang while three others hummed along

For no one can fill
Those of your needs
That you won’t let show

As Finn sang the words You just call on me brother when you need a hand. He extended his hand to Kurt and embraced him for a second.

You just call on me brother
When you need a hand
We all need somebody to lean on

Dave Karofsky took the lead and sang I just might have a problem That you’ll understand with tears streaming down his face as he took Kurt into his arms.

I just might have a problem
That you’ll understand
We all need somebody to lean on

Santana and Brittany joined in and sang to Kurt. Lean on me when your not strong. Kurt had lost it by now and was in tears and in Carole’s arms as the group sang on.

Lean on me, when you’re not strong
And I’ll be your friend
I’ll help you carry on

For it won’t be long
Till I’m gonna need
Somebody to lean on

Finn again pulled the red eyed Kurt to him and sang again with a soft smile and his own tears starting to form and fall into Kurt’s hair.

You just call on me brother
When you need a hand
We all need somebody to lean on

Puck sang to Kurt this time as Dave was too upset to sing the line to Kurt and was crying into Sebastian’s shirt. Though Kurt never noticed that.

I just might have a problem
That you’ll understand
We all need somebody to lean on

Rachel sang next with her own tears falling silently. She was perfect as always Kurt thought.

If there is a load
You have to bear
That you can’t carry

Nick, Jeff and the other warblers all sang I’m right up the road I’ll share the load if you just call me. Each one using their hand as a phone to their ear.

I’m right up the road
I’ll share your load
If you just call me

The entire room sang together repeating call me and If you need a friend for several minutes each person hugging Kurt and the sobbing Andersons.
Call me
If you need a friend
(Call me)
Call me
(Call me)
If you need a friend
(Call me)
If you ever need a friend
(Call me)

Call me
(Call me)
Call me
(Call me)
Call me
(Call me)
Call me
(Call me)

If you need a friend
(Call me)
Call me
(Call me)
Call me
(Call me)
Call me
(Call me)
Call me
(Call me)

Mercedes stepped forward last and belted out the final words and notes to the song and it ended.

Kurt smiled in spite of the tears and thanked everyone and said Blaine would have loved it. Jeff smiled and said we hope so Mr. Hummel taped it earlier so we could show it to Blaine when he wakes up. Mrs Anderson spoke this time and said it was beautiful and she was sure Blaine would love it because it came from their hearts.

Puck stood up and said and we mean it. If you need anything don’t hesitate to call any of us. We are here to carry the load. Blaine is family and family sticks together. Yeah agreed Finn. Its like Mr Shue always said Glee club was more than just a place to be yourself. we were family. Hell we are a family. That song is our way of telling you we are here for you said Finn. Thank you smiled Kurt and the Anderson’s.

Someone should get back to the hospital so Blaine isn’t alone said Mrs Anderson. She nudged her husband and said tonight you should go sit with Blaine and let Kurt visit with his friends and sleep properly.

Fine Mr Anderson said as he got to his feet. You are right. I will call you Kurt the moment I hear anything he replied before Kurt could ask. In fact I will call you when I get there and get an update if you would like said Mr Anderson. Kurt nodded like a dope and said yes please.This caused an eruption of laughter through out the throng of people. Under different circumstances Kurt would have been terribly embarrassed but right then he didn’t care it felt good to laugh.

Shortly after the laughter had died off and Mr Anderson had left with his small bag for the night Kurt retreated upstairs to his room. He wanted and needed to be alone right now more than anything to gather his thoughts and more importantly use his bathroom.