Kurt was pacing back and forth in the Warblers practice room. He was going over his expenses last night and realized that the time he spent with the Warblers was going to increase because of Nationals. But he could handle it, really he could.

The past two months seemed to go by quickly for Kurt. March ended right after Regionals, and became April, then it turned into May. He was trying to balance his life and while it was difficult at times, he managed.

Blaine was more than helpful whether it was watching Lilly or calling their spare moments when they would go off campus to eat lunch dates. He even helped Kurt with his homework if he needed. Sometimes they got distracted while trying to work, but Kurt felt it was a much needed distraction.

They spent time together and apart. Kurt realized that most of the guys were getting their college letters, whether they were accepted or not. He had already gotten a few himself. He was accepted at most of the schools around Lima. Then he had one envelope he was so afraid to open.

Which his why he was waiting for Blaine to come to the room so they could open it together, it was what Kurt wanted. Blaine had been admitted to most of the schools he had applied too, but he was still trying to make his decision.

Blaine opened the door and smiled, "Hey."

Kurt stopped walking and gave him a smile back, "Hi."

"So what was it that you needed?" Blaine asked him.

Holding up the envelope, Kurt showed Blaine, "This came in the mail last night and I am terrified to open it."

"Wow," Blaine took the envelope with the School of the Art Institute of Chicago label on it. "You applied here?"

Kurt gave a nod, "I mean, New York was always my dream, but it's New York. I thought maybe if I got accepted it would be an option. Plus their fashion design program is so different and interesting when I was researching them."

"Kurt you don't have to convince me," Blaine smiled, "Open it."

"I can't," Kurt said showing Blaine his shaking hands, "I mean even if I get accepted I'm not sure if I will go, but it's only an option if I get accepted so just open it."

Blaine reached over and took Kurt's hands in his, "Look at me." Kurt looked up and met Blaine's eyes, "This school would be lucky to have you. I have seen your work on you and your sister, you are amazing. So let's open this letter together?"

"Okay," Kurt gave a nod, "Together."

Gently, Blaine helped Kurt rip open the envelope and then take out the paper. They both unfolded it carefully and Kurt's eyes scanned the page. Blaine just watched Kurt's face looking into his eyes.

"I got in," Kurt said staring at the paper, "I actually got in."

Blaine wrapped his arms around Kurt, "I'm so proud of you."

Kurt started crying, he couldn't help it, tears were now falling down his face. "I just never thought..."

"Hey," Blaine pulled back and cradled Kurt's face in his hands, "I told you, you are amazing Kurt Hummel and never forget that." He pulled Kurt's face close to his and closed the small space between them pressing their lips together.

Kurt pulled away and let his head fall on Blaine's shoulder, "You know you never told me where you were going."

"I know," Blaine sighed, "I haven't really decided yet."

"Why not?" Kurt lifted his head and stared into Blaine's eyes.

Blaine pulled Kurt over to the couch, "I know what I'm about to say is going to sound crazy, but I honestly wanted to wait for you. I mean we have talked about it and I just think that in the long run even if we aren't," he froze, "together, I don't think I could ever say goodbye to you."

Kurt reached up and touched Blaine's face, "I am never saying goodbye to you." He leaned in pressed a kiss to Blaine's lips.

"I know," Blaine sighed, "One of the schools I toured last year was Chicago College of Performing Arts and to tell you the truth it is one of my top choices."

"But Blaine I don't want you to make this decision because of me," Kurt said to him with a worried voice, "It could lead to resentment towards me and Lilly, and I don't think I could take that."

"Hey, hey," Blaine put a hand under Kurt's chin, "That's what I'm trying to tell you. I wouldn't want you to resent me either. Relationships are about give and take, and I honestly don't know if I could be that far away from you. And like I said, Chicago is one of my favorite cities ever and we are going there for Nationals. I loved the school when I visited during Spring Break, so please believe me when I say it's only partly about you."

Kurt couldn't help but laugh, "What if I choose to not go though?"

"Then it's only about a six hour drive from here to Chicago," Blaine said to him, "I already gave them my decision anyways."

"You," Kurt couldn't help but hit Blaine's arm, "Why didn't you tell me that?"

Blaine smiled and shrugged, "I had to make sure you knew what I wanted. Now I'm not going to force you to decide, but just think about it and think about your sister too."

"I know," Kurt sighed, "I don't know if I could move her again. Plus I have to great jobs here and my apartment."

Blaine just sat and nodded his head, "Like I said, it's entirely your decision."

"I think I should talk to Lilly about it too," Kurt said with a nod, "It is a big decision."

"Take your time," Blaine patted Kurt's knee.

Kurt thought about it for over a week, before he sat down with his sister to discuss it. It was a Friday night and Kurt somehow was home. He usually worked at Rufus' on Friday nights, but they were giving him the night off.

Folding a shirt that Kurt was hemming for his sister, he looked down at the girl who was lying on the ground watching a movie Blaine had borrowed her. "Hey could I talk to you kiddo?"

Lilly looked at him, "Okay." She paused the movie and turned to face him, "What's wrong?"

Kurt smiled, "Nothing honey. I just wanted to talk to you about something, something about next year."

"Oh," Lilly said tilting her head to the side that Kurt swore reminded him of his father. "What's that?"

"I was accepted at some schools," Kurt said, "One school I was sort of excited about too."

"That's great," Lilly smiled as she stood up and sat next to him, "What's wrong?"
"It's in Chicago," Kurt said to her.

Lilly opened her mouth and then looked down to play with the hem of her shirt, "Daddy once told me that you would wake up with me in the night when I was little. I would have nightmares and you would lay with me until I fell asleep. I don't remember that."

Kurt smiled, "I do. Daddy would always tell me not to do it because you would never learn to sleep on your own."

"But I did," Lilly said and she looked up, "I want you to be happy."

"Kiddo when did you get so smart?" Kurt asked her.

Lilly shrugged, "I have you for a brother. I think it was bound to happen."

Kurt reached over and pulled his sister in for a hug, "I will do everything in my power to make sure you get the life you deserve."

"I know," Lilly said hugging him back, "You already do and you can do that in Chicago."

"I love you, I hope you know that," Kurt said hugging his sister tighter.

"I love you too, but if you keep squeezing me I won't be able to breath," Lilly said to him.

Kurt loosened his grip, "Sorry. You can go back to your movie. I just wanted to talk to you."

"Okay," Lilly said as she gave Kurt a hug before going back to the floor and hitting the play button on the remote.

Kurt just smiled as he realized he could not have asked for a more wonderful sister. His life was pretty great right now.

The Warblers had Nationals in exactly one week and then they would have come back to complete their finals. Kurt was stressing about finals on top of needing to practice the Warblers songs. With working his two jobs as well, Kurt's schedule was full.

Kurt was sitting in the student's activity room when someone sat down in the seat next to him, he turned and saw Blaine. "Hi."

"Hey," Blaine said to him.

Typing quickly, Kurt was hoping to print his paper today so he wouldn't have to worry about it anymore. He noticed that Blaine was uncharacteristically quiet, "What's up?"

"Do you remember what you said yesterday before we left?" Blaine asked him, "We planned something. Something we both need to go to so we can consider what it was."

Kurt's hands froze, "Crap." He had totally forgotten about their date to see a movie last night. His phone had died and he didn't have time to charge it. "I am so sorry."

Blaine just held up his hand, "I drove by your apartment and saw your car, so I was glad to know you were safe."

"You should have come up and yelled at me," Kurt groaned, "I feel awful now."

Blaine knew he should have been mad, maybe even furious, as Thad said he should be, but he just couldn't. "Kurt I need you to understand that I was hurt, I guess I still am, but I understand."

"No," Kurt shook his head, "You should definitely be mad, you should yell or I don't know break up with me." His eyes widened at what he suggested, "Oh please don't break up with me, I have excuses but I don't see a point in telling you, so I will just say I love you and I shouldn't have stood you up. I never wanted to be that guy and now I am. I am never going to fall in love again am I?"

Blaine couldn't help but smile, "Are you finished now?"

Kurt looked over at Blaine who he found almost laughing, "Wait, you think this is funny?"

"I do," Blaine said, "Look, Kurt I was mad for about an hour or two yes, but I'm not going to break up with you over one date. Just please next time have your phone on or email me, or something. I was going nuts."

"I still feel awful," Kurt grumbled, "You have to let me make it up to you, I..." He realized he didn't have any time off because of the weekend he needed off for Nationals.

Blaine gave him a small smile, "I understand Kurt. Don't beat yourself up over it."

"You should just break up with me," Kurt groaned, "I bet you could find a better boyfriend who doesn't have two work two jobs and already guardian of his little sister." A pair of arms wrapped around Kurt's middle and was pulled in Blaine's lap, "What are you doing?"

"Trying to get you to calm down," Blaine said with a sigh and he moved Kurt so he was sitting in lap, "Now, first off I don't want another boyfriend. Second, the fact that you take care of your sister is one of the reasons I fell in love with you. Third, you could be a stripper and I would still date you."

Kurt hit Blaine's chest as he wrapped his arms around his neck, "You are much to forgiving."

"Nah, just ask my brother about one of my Vogue magazines he ruined," Blaine said to him, "I definitely got him back for it."

"What did you do?" Kurt asked him.

Blaine grinned, "One day, but not yet. So then Mr. Hummel, do you think you can drop this whole break up senerio in your head because it is not going to happen.

"Yeah," Kurt laughed, "I truly am sorry."

"I know, and apology accepted," Blaine leaned to kiss Kurt, "Now then I think it's time we talked about this need to think I am breaking up with you."

Kurt let his head drop to Blaine's shoulder, "Can we drop it." Blaine just laughed out loud and then rested his forehead on Kurt's.

The door opened and some of the Warblers walked in, "Can't we just...awww, look at our boys," Jeff grinned.

Kurt rolled his eyes and didn't try to leave Blaine's lap, mostly because it didn't seem Blaine was moving either.

They boys walked in and sat down by them, "Were we interrupting something?" David asked them.

Blaine shook his head, "I was just teasing him is all."

"Which he does quite often," Kurt said giving him a look.

Blaine just smiled and pulled Kurt closer, "You love it."

"I do," Kurt said resting his head on his shoulder, "So what did you boys need?"

"Songs," Wes sighed, "Thad, David, and I have been trying to come up with a list for Nationals and we wondered if the two of you were willing to do another duet since it went perfect last time."

"Is that fair?" Kurt asked him.

David smiled at him, "I think we would all agree if it wasn't for you two we wouldn't have won."

Thad gave a nod, "So what do you say?"

"What do you think Mr. Hummel?" Blaine asked him, "I think it would be a jolly good time."

Kurt brought his hand up to his chin, "I do believe I have to concur with Mr. Anderson here. We would be honored."

Jeff leaned over to whisper in Wes' ear, "And you thought Nick and I were weird." His comment resulted in Kurt throwing a pencil at him.

The Warblers set to work practicing for Nationals. Blaine and Kurt chose a song for them to sing, and Blaine was able to choose one of the songs with the counsel's permission.

With their set list and moves down, the Warblers had agreed to go out the night before Nationals to celebrate. Kurt was working, so they decided to all go to Rufus' place so he could still be there too.

Lilly was getting the diner ready when Blaine walked in. "Hey there Miss Lilly, where is that handsome brother of yours?"

Giggling, Lilly pointed to the back, "He is in the back getting ready. I have all five tables set up."

"You did an amazing job," Blaine smiled. He was about to ask why so many tables had to be set, but then he saw his boyfriend come rolling out of the back on his roller skates. He tried not to laugh, he tried really hard.

"You promised you wouldn't laugh," Kurt whined.

Tanya came out and smiled, "You must be Blaine, the one who calmed this one," she pointed to Kurt.

Kurt gave her a look, "What does that mean?"

"You were kind of on edge until you found another outlet," Tanya gave a shrug.

Hitting her with a towel, Kurt groaned, "I swear you are the worse of all of my friends."

"Even worse than me Hummel?"

Kurt turned around and saw the New Directions standing in the doorway, "You know I quite possibly think so." He ran over to them and gave them each a hug. Lilly ran over and hugged them too.

The Warblers soon came in and started to mingle with the New Directions. They all seemed to be getting along with one another. Kurt was happy and they also seemed to like Blaine.

Lilly was sitting next to Blaine as he whispering to her. Kurt wondered what was going on. He rolled over, "Hey, what's going on?"

"Nothing," Lilly smiled quick big, "I need to talk to Finn now." She ran off and left Kurt with a questioning face.

"So you think I can refill on my fries?" Blaine grinned up at him.

Kurt laughed and sat down in the chair next to him, "I think this gathering was a success."

"You are right Mr. Hummel," Blaine smiled and they both looked to see Sebastian sitting by himself.

"I should talk to him," Kurt said.

Blaine patted Kurt's hand, "It's up to you."

"He did get us together though," Kurt gave a shrug. He stood up and walked over to Sebastian.

Blaine felt that it was time. He went over to Rachel and smiled, "I think operation KB is a go now."

Rachel squealed, "Alright. I will just go tell Tanya now."

Blaine looked around and found Lilly. He pulled her over, "Ready now?"

"Now?" Lilly asked with an excited voice.

"Yeah," Blaine nodded. He looked over and saw Kurt giving Sebastian a handshake. Yeah it was time. Rachel's head peeked over the counter and she gave Blaine a thumbs up. Grabbing a chair, Blaine stood up on to get everyone's attention, "Hello everyone."

The entire restaurant was looking up at him, even if they weren't with their party.

"Thank you. So many of you know that while the Warblers are here to celebrate our road to Nationals and the New Directions are here to celebrate their amazing second place win at Regionals, there is another reason we are all here. Kurt would come up here please."

Kurt looked around confused, but he felt someone take his hand. He looked and saw Lilly pulling him to the front. Looking at Blaine, Kurt wondered what was going on.

"Every time I look back at my life the past year, I don't think I could have survived it with out Kurt," Blaine said looking down at him, "I am so proud of him and everything he is. He knows this because I tell him constantly and it annoys the hell out of him."

Jumping down off the chair, Blaine took Kurt's hand, "Everyone here cares about you and wants to see you succeed. We are all proud of you and since it is your birthday next weekend when I know we will all be busy, we wanted to celebrate it now. Rachel bring it out."

Kurt's eyes widened as Rachel walked out holding a cake. It was in the shape of the yellow bird from the pin Blaine had given him at Christmas. There were candles lit on the cake, with the words Happy Birthday Kurt written on the wing.

Blaine waved his hands as a conductor would and they began singing Happy Birthday to Kurt.

Lowering his head while he blushed, Kurt felt Blaine wrap an arm around his waist. He gave a comforting squeeze, which made Kurt feel like anything could happen.

"Make a wish man!" Jeff yelled out.

Kurt smiled and blew out the candles, leaving none of them lit. Everyone clapped for him and yelled out Happy Birthday. "How long have you been planning this?" Kurt asked Blaine.

"Well Rachel and Finn called me saying they wanted to do something special for your birthday, but wasn't sure what to do," Blaine smiled, "I talked to Lilly and we got this idea."

"I love you," Kurt leaned in to press a kiss to Blaine's lip, "I love you so much."

"I love you too," Blaine said kissing his nose.

Kurt laughed and smiled knowing all of his wishes had already come true.

The drive to Chicago was boring. Lilly was reading one of her books. The council was discussing last minute details. Some of the Warblers had falling asleep, while others were playing games on their phone or handheld devices. The adult chaperones were sleeping as well.

Blaine and Kurt were listening to music from Blaine's iPod, with one headphone in each of their ears. Kurt was doodling in a book, while Blaine was watching him.

"Alright, we need your attention," David sat up on his seat.

Blaine paused the music and turned his attention to the council.

"We have decided that we are opening with Blaine's number of Ladies' Choice, proceeding we will have Caught Up In You with Nick and Jeff in the lead, then move into Take A Chance On Me with Blaine and Kurt," Wes said reading his paper.

Thad gave a nod, "And that is what we are sticking with." The council sat down and let the boys go back to what they were doing.

Blaine gave Kurt a small nudge. They had wanted a more fun song to sing together, so they approached the council with the ABBA song. Most of the Warblers were excited about the change of pace.

"We are so going to win," Jeff said pumping his fist in the air.

"Oh we will," Blaine said elbowing Kurt slightly, "Don't you think so Mr. Hummel?"

"I know so Mr. Anderson," Kurt teased back.

They had finally made it to Chicago and were checking into their hotel for the night. They had the afternoon to explore the city if they wanted. Kurt was excited to explore the future city he was going to be living in someday. Lilly seemed more than excited to explore too as she pulled Blaine's arm along the streets.

Kurt, Lilly, and Blaine went to the Navy Pier walking along the boardwalk. When they got to the end, Lilly ran over to look at the water. Blaine and Kurt took a seat at a bench.

"So it seems like a pretty good city huh," Blaine said squeezing Kurt's hand.

Kurt smiled and let his head fall onto Blaine's shoulder, "Yeah it does. I can't believe we are going to be here."

"It's going to be amazing," Blaine let his head fall on top of Kurt's.

Lilly ran over to them, "Kurt did you see the lighthouse?"

"I did kiddo," Kurt said as he pulled her into his lap, "So what do you think of this place?"

"I think it looks like an adventure," Lilly smiled, "Are you excited about it Blaine?"

"Oh yes," Blaine smiled, "I can't wait mostly because we talked about things and think that our most obvious thing is to just move in, all three of us."

"Really?" Lilly squealed, "You are going to move in with us?"

"And you will get your own room," Kurt said to her, "We can paint it whatever color you want."

Lilly threw her arms around her brother's neck, "Thank you."

Kurt hugged her tightly back, "Thank you kiddo." He pulled back slightly, "So where should we go next?"

"Can we go to the aquarium?" Lilly asked him.

"Of course we can," Blaine said before Kurt could protest, "Remember you agreed to let me spoil you on this trip." He stood up and held his hand out.

Kurt could only roll his eyes as he set his sister down and took Blaine's hand. Blaine pulled Kurt up to spin him and then dip him. "Blaine," Kurt whined with a smile on his face.

"Yes?" Blaine asked him with a smile, he leaned in to kiss him.

Lilly giggled from behind the camera she had taken from Kurt and took a picture of her brother and his boyfriend.

Blaine lifted Kurt back up and grinned. "I love you."

"I love you too, you knucklehead," Kurt laughed.

A woman walking by smiled, "Aren't you two adorable."

Kurt blushed and looked over at Blaine who was just smiling proudly.

The woman looked down at Lilly, "Is he your brother?" she said pointing to Kurt.

"Yes he is," Lilly nodded her head.

"Make sure he keeps him around, he looks like a keeper," the woman gave them a wink. "Would you like me to take a picture of the three of you?"

"If you could," Blaine said excitedly. Lilly handed her the camera and she ran over to stand with Blaine and Kurt. They posed one standing beside each other and then a silly one. "Thank you."

"It's no problem," the woman smiled. "Have a nice day," she waved and walked off.

Lilly looked at the pictures and showed Kurt and Blaine. "I like this one." She pointed to the picture with Kurt and Blaine having there arms wrapped around Lilly.

"We should get it framed," Blaine suggested.

Kurt nodded his head, "Yeah." He was then quiet on their walk back away from the Navy Pier.

"You alright?" Blaine asked him as he rubbed his thumb on Kurt's hand.

"Yeah fine," Kurt gave a quick nod, "It's just that, you know sometimes I forget that we live in Ohio and I take holding your hand for granted I think. That woman was so nice and I don't know."

"Hey," Blaine said squeezing Kurt's hand, "I understand. We will be here soon enough and then have the world at our fingertips. And I get to do all of it next to you. I'd say I got a pretty good deal there."

Kurt smiled, "Mr. Anderson you are incredibly sappy."

"I know," Blaine shrugged his shoulder.

Lilly ran over to them, "Look at the boat," she tugged on Blaine's shirt because she knew better than to tug on Kurt's.

"Cool," Blaine said, "Ready for the aquarium?"

"Yes," Lilly nodded her head. When they got to the end of the pier, Blaine hailed a cab and it took them to the aquarium. They walked in and it was big white walls. Blaine pays the admission and they start to look around.

Lilly is excited to see the fish swimming around and she loves the sea otters. Blaine gets excited about the turtles. Kurt just likes seeing his love and sister happy. He does enjoy the jellyfish exhibit too.

When they leave it was time to meet the rest of the Warblers for dinner. They agreed to meet at one of the Gino's East restaurants claiming they had the best pizza anywhere.

Blaine, Kurt, and Lilly walked into the restaurant and were immediately rushed towards the Warblers tables. They were all talking animatedly about their travels through Chicago.

Kurt was telling Thad about their trip to the Navy Pier and talking about how Blaine wanted to have his picture taken in front of the Margaritaville restaurant.

"Hey, Jimmy Buffet is a legend," Blaine interrupted.

"I know honey," Kurt said patted his shoulder and then turned to Thad giving a small shake of his head.

Blaine just smiled and leaned on Kurt, "Well I guess we all know who wanted to have their picture taken with a building."

"That was a very monumental building," Kurt said to him, "The Drake Hotel is one of the last places that Princess Diana stayed before she died."

Blaine looked at him and grinned, "I know, I am just teasing you."

Kurt groaned until he saw the pizza being set down in front of him and his mouth began to water, "Oh my god."

"I know," Blaine said, "Trust me it tastes even better than it looks."

All of the Warblers started to dig in, now they were loud with food surrounding them. It was the perfect way to the end the day.

They all made there way sleepily to the hotel and crashed in their rooms. Blaine was with Kurt and Lilly. Originally Lilly and Kurt were going to take one bed, while Blaine took the other, but Blaine and Kurt were up late talking.

Kurt looked over at the bed and saw his sister in the middle, "Geez, she is such a bed hog."

"You know you could sleep with me," Blaine said to him.

"I could," Kurt said sinking lower into the bed, "I mean we are going to be moving into together."

"We are," Blaine smiled as he moved to lie on top of Kurt. He let his head rest on Kurt's chest, "You are comfy."

Kurt giggled causing Blaine's head to move, "Well I'm glad for that." He let his hand run through Blaine's freshly washed curls. "I like your hair when it's not full of gel."

"It still has stuff in it," Blaine said, "If I don't it looks like a fro thing and I can't even look at myself in the mirror."

"Well I love you hair and all," Kurt smiled.

Blaine lifted his head to stare at Kurt, "You know I am so happy it was me you tapped on the shoulder that day when we first met."

"Well how could I not," Kurt said with a smirk, "With your cute butt I just had to admire, and still do."

Blaine hit him on the arm, "I should be flattered, but I know you are kidding."

"I am not," Kurt wrapped his arms around Blaine, "I really do think you have a cute butt."

Burying his face into Kurt's chest trying to not wake up Lilly, Blaine chuckled, "Well I suppose my butt thanks you." He wiggled his butt a little.

"Fine, what was the first thing you noticed about me then?" Kurt asked him.

Blaine started to play with the hem of Kurt's shirt, "Your eyes. I thought they were the color of the ocean and looked as if I could get lost swimming in them."

"Oh honey," Kurt gave him a hug, "That has to be the most incredibly romantic thing anyone has ever told me."

"Really?" Blaine asked him.

"Yes, now come up here so I can kiss you," Kurt pulled on Blaine's arm to pull him, when he was finally close enough he pressed their lips together. The kiss began to become more heated as he felt Blaine's tongue enter his mouth.

Blaine pulled away and smiled, "I think I will like living with you." Kurt couldn't stop laughing then.

The next morning, all of the Warblers met downstairs in the lobby wearing their uniforms with Lilly tailing behind wearing a sundress that Kurt had made for her out of some pieces from the thrift store they visit frequently. He was holding her hand when someone walked up to them.

"That's an adorable dress, where did you get it?"

"Oh, I made it," Kurt said to the woman blushing slightly.

The woman smiled, "You did an amazing job, have you ever considered selling them?" she asked him.

Kurt scratched the back of his neck, "I don't know. I just made it."

"You should," the woman said to him, "Here." She pulled out a business card, "If you ever decide to start selling them give me a call." The woman then walked off quickly as she had somewhere to be.

Staring at the business card in his hands, Kurt was speechless.

"Kurt what's wrong?" Blaine asked him worriedly.

"Look at what she handed me," Kurt said showing Blaine, "Look!"

Blaine smiled and watched as his boyfriend light up with dreams in his eyes. "I told you anything you put your mind too is possible." He kissed him on the side of the head.

The Warblers went to the venue where Nationals is being held and all of them were amazed. It was a beautiful building, inside and out.

"Wow," Lilly said with wide eyes.

"I know," Kurt said swinging their hands which were clung together to make sure she didn't get lost.

"Got yourself a little cheerleader," a guy from maybe another team said with a laugh. Kurt had assumed he was, but he didn't have on a costume like other schools did.

"Yeah," Lilly said crossing her arms over her chest.

The guy standing off to the side laughed, "I think it's cool."

"Cooper?" Blaine said with wide eyes.

The guy smiled, "The one and only baby bro!" He wrapped his arms around Blaine hugging him tight, "Now this must be the one and only Kurt and Lilly."

Kurt looked at Blaine as if asking if this was all true. Blaine gave him a nod and laughed. "I guess we are."

"You didn't tell me your brother was coming," Jeff jumped excitedly, "Hi Coop."

"I didn't know," Blaine shrugged, "What are you doing here Cooper?"

"I heard you were here and I was doing a callback around here," Cooper waved his arms, "So here I am."

Lilly looked at him for a moment, "You are Blaine's older brother?"

"I sure am Miss Lilly," Cooper smiled at her.

"You called me what Blaine does," Lilly said giving him a look, "I think I like you."

Blaine started laughing and patted his brother on the back, "Well I guess you got Lilly's seal of approval."

Wes walked over to them and looked at Cooper who gave him a wave, and then looked back at his group, "Alright, we are all checked in and going twenty fourth, which means we aren't going until the afternoon."

"That's almost last," Nick groaned.

"Which is fine," Wes glared at him.

David realized he should speak up, "How about we watch some performances and then eat some lunch."

"Good idea," Blaine gave a nod, "Cooper said he is buying."

Cooper looked up, "Wait, hey."

They watched some of the schools perform and then went out for lunch. Cooper did pay and he got well acquainted with Lilly, which surprised Kurt and Blaine since they were opposites.

Making their way back to the venue, Kurt realized Lilly couldn't go back with them.

"I'll watch her," Cooper shrugged.

Kurt looked over at Blaine who laughed. "She will be fine," Blaine said to him, "Let's go rock that stage."

"Okay," Kurt kneeled down, "Make sure you listen to Cooper and don't give him a hard time."

"Why would I give him a hard time?" Lilly said with a grin.

Blaine leaned down and gave Lilly a hug, "Please be in my life forever."

Lilly giggled as she hugged Blaine. She took Cooper's hand and they went to find their seats.

The Warblers walked to the back and waited for their turn. Kurt held on tight to Blaine's hand. They were now on deck and it was crazy to think about the past year he had and honestly none of it would have been possible without Blaine.

Kurt leaned over and captured Blaine's lips in a kiss. Blaine was surprised, but kissed him back quickly. When Kurt pulled away, Blaine looked at him, "What was that for?"

"For just being you," Kurt smiled, "Thank you."

Blaine just smiled back at him, "I love you."

And with that the Warblers went on stage singing their set, thus being the first all boys a capella group to win first place at Nationals.

The Warblers celebrated in Wes, David, Thad, and Trent's hotel room. They were singing and dancing around happily, and eating all of the room service desserts they could order.

The ride home was a happier one. They had their massive trophy sitting in the front of the bus strapped in. All of the Warblers were talking to each other and Lilly was bouncing in her seat planning in her head for when they moved there at the end of the summer.

Cooper had to leave as soon as they did, since he had to get back to work in L.A. Lilly was sad to see him go, but he promised to come when Blaine graduated and visit as often as he could.

When they finally got back to Westerville, they all took off running with their studying for finals. Lilly claimed that Kurt was boring since he was busy with his studying. He had to take a few nights off to make sure get had it all memorized.

Finally on the last day, Kurt closed his blue book and handed it to the teacher leaving the room. He had just finished. He was done with high school forever. It was one of the most fulfilling feelings in the world.

The Warblers held a small party in their room and had their ceremonial passing to the new council which happened to be Nick, Thad, and Jeff. Wes, David, Blaine, Kurt, and Flint were the seniors of the group. They danced, sang, laughed, and told stories reminiscing on memories of there times together.

Kurt had gotten Clara to sit for him tonight and Lilly wasn't exactly excited to miss the celebration, but she understood her brother needed his time too.

They all celebrated into about two in the morning when their teacher chaperone said they need to leave. Blaine went back to Kurt's apartment that night and they celebrated themselves into the early morning.

About a week later, Kurt was wearing a dark red robe with his graduation hat on his head. Blaine came walking over to him, wearing the very same. Dalton's boys wore the dark red robes, while the girls from Crawford were wearing dark blue ones. They combined graduations since they were small class sizes.

"Ready to graduate?" Blaine smiled at him.

"Am I ever," Kurt said with a sigh of relief.

Kurt knew his sister was in the audience, so were the New Directions since their graduation wasn't until tomorrow. Cooper with Blaine's parents were out in the audience as well.

All of the graduates got in line in alphabetical order and walked into the auditorium. Since there class was small, they had their ceremony in the auditorium at Cornerstone's Performing Arts Center.

Kurt watched as Blaine walked up on the stage and received his diploma. He gave a wave and most of the graduates stood up clapping for him. Kurt clapped the loudest as he realized just how amazing his boyfriend was.

When it came time for Kurt to walk up, he heard his name and then shouts were heard loud and clear. He received his diploma with a smile and then looked out in the crowd. He saw Lilly standing on her chair, all of the New Directions clapping for him, Cooper and Blaine's family, the Warblers, and even some of his friends that he met in his classes.

This was it, Kurt knew it. He had made it. Life was wonderful and he was about to begin his life with Blaine and Lilly. He knew it would be a wonderful life.

Five years later...

"Lilly!" Blaine called down the short hallway of the apartment they had lived in since they came to Chicago, "We need to go."

"Coming," Lilly said walking out of her room. She was now a growing sixteen year old young woman. She also happened to be just about as tall as Blaine, which she teased him constantly for.

Blaine smoothed his hair down one more time and grabbed his keys.

"You are nervous," Lilly grinned.

"Yes, I so am, now can we get going," Blaine said pushing her out the door, "Or we are going to be late and Kurt hates it when we are late."

Lilly pushed him away, "He hates it when you are late." Blaine gave her a look. "Alright fine, and we aren't going to be late, knowing my brother he is running late himself."

Blaine reached into his pocket and felt the small box which he had bought well over five months ago, but didn't decide until today to ask Kurt. They quickly made their way to venue where the fashion show was going to be at.

The fashion show was showing off works of Kurt and some of his fellow graduates. They had pooled their skills together and decided to start their own line of clothing. It was hard on the bills for awhile, but they have seemed to grow steadily as a business.

They were holding a fashion show to preview their looks on the Magnificent Mile which still astounded him. Kurt woke up in the night still unconvinced that people loved his designs so much, until Blaine made him go back to sleep reassuring him that they did.

Blaine and Lilly made their way to show and excitedly look upon something wonderful. "Look at these colors," Lilly said pointing to the stage. Currently, Lilly had her heart set on teaching, which was something she had become very passionate about over the past few years. She still played the piano constantly, and wants to keep playing her entire life, teaching has been inspiring her lately.

Blaine was working on an off-broadway production of a musical which wasn't the greatest job, but he loved performing. And when he wasn't performing, he usually taught at some workshops for kids and had even considered to go back to school for teaching.

Kurt and Blaine had discussed moving to New York for the past couple of years, but they were going to wait until Lilly graduated and see where his new line of clothing goes first. They thought it was the best option.

Blaine walked up to Joanna, who was a fellow designer of Kurt's, "Hey Jo, where is my wonderful boyfriend?"

"Freaking out backstage," Joanna laughed, "You can probably catch him if you just stand in one place long enough."

"And is everything set for afterwards?" Blaine asked hopefully.

Joanna smiled wide, "Oh yes. I can't wait."

"Neither can I," Blaine said as Joanna ran off yelling about someone's scarf being on backwards.

Lilly spotted Kurt and pulled Blaine over to her brother. "You two made it," Kurt hugged them both. "It has been crazy, but I think we got it all."

Blaine watched his boyfriend work. He had to admit he found it quite attractive, "Well I think you got this all under control then?"

"I hope so," Kurt said looking down at his clipboard and then he gasped, "Oh my god."

"What's wrong?" Blaine asked worriedly.

"Rebecca didn't check in, that means she isn't here," Kurt groaned, "Oh no, we are missing a model now."

"I'm right here Kurt," Rebecca appeared at his side, "And I did check in with you."

Kurt looked at his clipboard and brought his closer to his face, "Oh god, I need glasses."

"One step at a time old man," Lilly teased. Kurt just glared at his sister.

"How about we find a spot and watch the gorgeous fashion Kurt helped designed," Blaine suggested. He gave Kurt a quick kiss, "See you afterwards love."

Blaine and Lilly found a spot to stand. It was quite crowded and some of the people in the audience weren't even sure what was going on.

When the show started it was amazing to see all of the fashions from Kurt's books and his friend's ideas come to life. They also chose their models to be their friends and family instead of paying professionals.

Blaine and Lilly applauded at the end and then snuck around the back to prepare for Blaine's surprise.

Kurt and fellow designers were taking their bow when Blaine walked onto the stage. He took the microphone from the host and smiled over at Kurt, "This is going to be quite embarrassing."

Kurt just stared at him and saw Lilly standing off to the side giving him a wave.

"I met this man about six years ago on a staircase, I then proceeded to sing him a song called Teenage Dream," Blaine turned to the audience, "I know it caused quite the distraction at school." The people in the audience laughed.

"Kurt, you were my friend, then my best friend, and finally after months of pining, my boyfriend. I look into your eyes every morning when we wake up and I have to tell myself every day that you chose me. We both constantly remind ourselves this, I know it sounds nuts."

Blaine was finally standing in front of Kurt, who had a tear falling down his face. "Here is the thing Mr. Hummel, I seem to have falling in love with you and I can't get up. So I have a question for you, will you do the honor or becoming a Mr. Hummel-Anderson with me?" Handing the microphone off to Joanna, Blaine dug the box out of his pocket getting down one knee, and opening the box for Kurt to see.

Kurt covered his face with his hands and tried to hide himself, "Oh my god, yes. Yes of course I want to marry you."

Blaine smiled wildly and stood up placing the ring on Kurt's finger. "Perfect." The audience cheered with delight that he said yes.

Kurt asked for the microphone, "You know, if he had waited maybe ten minutes." He pulled a small box from his pocket, "I would have asked him the same thing."

Lilly was laughing from the side of the stage holding her side.

Blaine and Kurt both looked at her. "Wait, you told her?" "You told her?"

Kurt just smiled and opened the box, "What about Mr. Anderson, fancy Mr. Hummel-Anderson?"

"Yes," Blaine laughed. Kurt took the ring out and placed it on Blaine's hand.

Lilly walked over and put her arms around them, "My brothers, ladies and gentlemen!" The audience gave another cheer for them.