I walked through the hallways scared out of my mind. I was once again flinching at the sound of lockers slamming and the occasional kid yelling down the hall.

Even though Blaine was right by my side through passing periods I couldn’t help but feel nervous.

I was thankful that we put our “no PDA at school” rule aside as Blaine held my hand, squeezing it whenever I stiffened as a reassurance. He would drop me off at class and would be waiting just outside the door after.

Finally the time for Glee club came. I walked in with Blaine at my side, and Finn and Rachel behind me. We were the first ones there. Once we sat down Rachel opened her big mouth.

“Kurt, I can’t stand seeing you like this. At least let me help. I know you’re strong and stubborn, but some things,” she sighed, “Some things you can’t go at alone. Let me be your friend.”

I turned to look at her. I flashed her one of my famous smiles, giving her hand a squeeze.

“Not as stubborn as you Rachel Berry.” I said smiling. She frowned instantly, pulling her hand free of mine and crossing her arms around her stomach. Finn and Blaine chuckled, receiving a glare from Rachel.

I turned to face her more.

“But seriously, I’m sorry. I do need my friends and I’m trying to grasp that concept. I do want your help.” The words came out stinging my tongue. I had never said those words before- ever. It was a weird feeling.

She smiled at and rubbed my shoulder as I turned to face the door as people started to come in the door. Everyone was seated by the time Mr. Shuester walked in.

“Alright guys, let’s rehearse.”

I stood up. “Mr. shue, if I may?”

He nodded, gesturing with his hands, giving permission to go up front. I walked to the piano and faced my peers.

“I wanted to thank you all. Not just for yesterday, but for the last year.” Everyone gave me a smile as a tear slid down my cheek. I didn’t bother to wipe it away. I took a shaky breath and continued.

“Home is where you feel safe and secure,” I shrugged, “and loved.” I looked to Blaine then, him giving me a smile in return, nodding in agreement. “Before Glee club, and even that first year, I only had one home, and that was with my dad. Even when I came out, he sipported me, and I felt safe with him around. But you guys stepped up and were true friends to me when Karosfky bullied me, when I was too scared to walk in the halls, and even when I transferred to Dalton. You guys loved me still and whenever I come in here I feel safe. And I can now call this,” I made a gesture with my hands motioning around the room, “home.” It came out broken, and I tried my hardest to keep the tears back.

I cued Brad who seemed to already know where I was going with this. I let the first few chords ring throughout the room before I began.

“Home,

I’ve heard the word before,

It never meant much more

Than just a thing I never had.”

The song was lower then what I normally sing but I still hit the notes with ease. A couple stray tears strolled down my cheek, but again I didn’t even bother them, knowing there would be more to come.

“A place,

They say “hey know your place”

But I’ve never known a place to even know

Or a place that I could go to,

If I needed someone there.”

I looked to Blaine who had tears in his eyes, knowing that this song was basically my life. He nodded encouraging me to go on.

“To think

It’s been here all along,

Somewhere to belong,

And a reason, a something- to- believe in.”

I pushed through the rest of the song, building with each passing verse, reaching the bridge. My voice threatened to break a few times but I didn’t allow it to.

“And I’m trying not to cry

This must be how it feels

To have a home.”

At this I nearly lost it all. I motioned for Blaine to join me. He quickly got to his feet and stood by my side, taking my hand in his, kissing my cheek softly. We continued, him singing in perfect harmony.

“I’ve finally made it

I’ve hoped and I’ve waited

And for the first time in my life

I don’t feel so alone.

My heart starts to heal

To know this is real

This is how it must feel

To have a home!”

As the chords rang through the room, the only sound in the room was me crying, letting the tears run freely down my now red face.

I turned to Blaine who welcomed me in, putting his arms around my shoulders. As I buried my face in his shoulder, staining his shirt with my tears, I felt many members of the club surround me, putting me and Blaine in the middle of a group hug. I pulled back, looking around through my blurry eyes at the people surrounding me, most of whom had tears on their own cheeks. I laughed, as they hugged us tight, making it hard to breathe. But really I could care less.

The bell rang and I received individual hugs as we left the choir room, still having tear stained cheeks.

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We sat in on my bed, backs against the headboard, hands linked, his thumb rubbing the side of mine. I leaned my head down to lean on him, closing my eyes, letting everything soak in.

“What are you thinking about?” He said softly.

“Nothing really. Thinking of how I survived sophomore and the first part of junior year without this. Without you.” I could almost hear his smile.

He took his arm and placed it around my shoulders, bringing me in closer. I brought my hand up to place on his hand that lay on my bicep.

“You are so incredibly strong and brave, Kurt. You amaze me every day.”

“I couldn’t have asked for a better teacher.” He laughed a little, and I knew he doubted me.

“Seriously Blaine. Before I met you, before you told me to have courage, I was just a stubborn confused kid. I would just stand back, and for the most part I let them control my life.” I paused and looked into his eyes. “And now, I couldn’t be happier.” A tear escaped from his eye and I wiped it away, letting my hand lay on his cheek. He leaned into the touch smiling. “You make me so happy Blaine. I love you so much.”

“I love you too.” We both smiled as we leaned in for a kiss. Just then there was a knock on my door. We both groaned as we pulled apart going to separated sides of the bed just in case it was my dad.

“Come in!” I said, trying to sound as annoyed as possible.

Finn walked in awkwardly, probably hoping he hadn’t walked in on something… which he had.

“Hey, I just wanted to make sure you’re alright.” He looked to me first and then to Blaine.

“Yeah, I’m fine Finn.” He nodded but didn’t leave. “Is there anything else?”

He looked to Blaine. “Can you give us a minute?”

I looked to Blaine apologetically, but he only got up and nodded, flashing both of us a smile. As soon as the door shut, Finn walked over to my side of the bed, sitting beside me.

“Kurt, I have to tell you something that is long overdue.” He took a deep breath. I nodded encouraging him to go on.

“Kurt, I have to apologize. Last year, I was a jerk. I was a horrible brother. I should have been there for you, stick up for you, to fight of Karosfky and everyone else, but I didn’t. And I’m sorry. I should have been the first one to throw a punch, but I was a coward and too selfish. So if you can find it in your heart to forgive me that would be awesome.”

I laughed a little, even as he gave me a weird look.

“I’m sorry, but really? You have been the best brother ever. I don’t blame you one bit. I wouldn’t have wanted you to anyway. You have nothing to apologize for.” I put my hand on his shoulder. “And besides, remember sophomore year when we did Gaga? When you dressed in that horrible red dress, and stood up to those other jerks. That was more then what I would have ever asked for. You are the best brother I could ever have. So, thank you.”

He nodded, and I could swear I could see something shiny roll down his cheek. Before I could confirm this he stood up walking to the door.

“Finn, wait.” He stopped but didn’t turn around. I stood up and walked over to him, stepping in front of him. He tried looking to the side, but he couldn’t hide the fact that yes he was crying.

Without hesitation, I wrapped my arms around my freakishly tall brother, him doing the same.

“Thank you Finn. For everything.” I managed to choke out. I could feel him nod, and I knew that was all he could do right now.

And right then, I knew it was true.

I was home. And I could truly call Glee club my second home as well.