The weather was starting to grow colder around Hogwarts. Fall was turning into winter, which meant that the castle was preparing for Christmas. Christmas was Kurt's favorite time of year, however, it wasn't this year. This was the first year he would not be going home for Christmas. Instead, he and Finn insisted that their parents take their long deserved honeymoon. Kurt was happy that his dad and stepmom would have their honeymoon, but he would miss their Christmas celebrations. However, when Kurt heard that Blaine was staying at the castle over the holidays, it brightened his spirits some.

As far as Kurt knew, he was the only Slytherin in his year staying. Sebastian was going to Paris with his parents and Santana was going home. Santana also told Kurt that she overhead Karofsky telling one of his friends that he was going home for the holidays. Kurt was relieved when he found out the other Slytherin was going home.

Kurt was not the only one happy about this. Blaine was also thrilled.

The week before break was set to begin was filled with homework and last minute quidditch practices. Besides studying in the library, meals, and classes, Kurt hardly saw Blaine or spent any time with him. This was something Sebastian seemed pleased about.

"Trouble in paradise?" The sly boy asked Kurt the evening before the holiday break began.

"No, we've both been very busy," Kurt replied looking up from his potions essay. "Shouldn't you bee doing homework?"

"Finished it. See unlike you, I'll be spending my break doing more productive things."

"Fucking every French guy you see?"

Sebastian smirked. "Among other things."

There was something in Sebastian's tone that Kurt didn't like. "Well…have fun with that," Kurt said sharply. "Now if you don't mind, I would like to finish this essay."

"Fine," Sebastian replied. Kurt watched him walk over to the other side of the common room and sit with Karofsky. The two began talking in whispers.

"Those two are up to something," Santana said as she fell on the couch next to Kurt.

"I know, I don't like it," Kurt said looking to his friend. "Where have you been?"

"Hufflepuff common room with Brittany," Santana answered with a smile. "Had to say our goodbyes before we leave tomorrow."

"And how exactly did you say goodbye to her?" Kurt asked with a smirk.

"Making out with her of course, duh," Santana said. "We're sort of a couple now…but don't go around telling everyone. I want to keep it private. I have a reputation as Slytherin's resident bitch to keep up."

"Your secret's safe with me," Kurt giggled.

"So what are you and the hobbit going to do over break?"

"Spend time with each other. There's not going to be much else to do."

"I can think of a few things you two could do."

Kurt blushed. "Well…we haven't…I mean…we didn't talk about doing anything like that."

"I can tell. Tell me, Kurt, have you ever heard of the Room of Requirement?"

"Of course…but isn't it destroyed? I heard that during the Battle of Hogwarts it was destroyed by Fiend Fire."

"That's what they say, but let me tell you, it's definitely still working. I was there last night with Brittany."

"San, why are you telling me this?"

"Well you and Blaine could spend some quality time there you know. You would never be interrupted and could spend as long as you like there."

Kurt blushed again. "I appreciate the information, but I doubt we'll be doing anything. We haven't even talked about sex or anything like that."

"Well you two have been dating since what? The end of September? You two should talk about it."

Kurt sighed. "Thanks for caring about me losing my virginity."

"What are friends for? Just think about, will you?"

Kurt gave a nodded and focused is attention back on his work.

X-X-X-X

Kurt stood with Blaine in the courtyard, waving goodbye to their friends. Kurt couldn't believe how quickly the year was going. He knew he didn't want it to end as soon as Blaine slipped his hand into Kurt's.

"Let's go inside, it's getting cold out here," Blaine said softly as he tried to warm Kurt's cold hand.

Kurt nodded and allowed Blaine to lead the way. They went into the practically empty Great Hall for lunch. There were about six Slytherins (including Kurt), four Ravenclaws, two Hufflepuffs, and four Gryffindors (Blaine, Finn, Rachel, and Puck). Kurt was surprised to see so little students.

"It's like this every year," Blaine said as they walked over to the Gryffindor table.

"It is? Wait? You're here every year?" Kurt asked as they sat with Puck, Finn, and Rachel.

Blaine nodded. "My parents are muggles…they can't really afford to travel back and forth from King's Cross to pick me up, and our house isn't connect to the Floo Network, so I can't use that to get home either. But I don't mind staying here. I always find something to keep me busy."

"Well, we'll definitely find something to do!" Rachel said with a grin. "Professor Shue said he may want us to sing on Christmas evening at dinner. We'll need to practice since there is only the five of us."

Puck rolled his eyes and Finn continued to shovel food in his mouth.

"Don't ignore me!" Rachel said. "Tomorrow's Christmas Eve, that means we only have forty-eight hours to prepare for this!"

"Rachel, we'll practice," Kurt said gently. "Why don't you pick a song and get sheet music ready and we'll practice in the Gryffindor common room tonight?"

Rachel smiled. "Okay, Kurt, I know the perfect piece! So tonight at eight? Practice?"

Everyone else nodded.

"Great, I'll see you later," Rachel said before hurrying out of the Great Hall.

"Well, we're going to go toss a quaffle around. You can come with us if you want," Finn said after swallowing the food in his mouth.

"That sounds fun," Blaine said. "I'll come. You want to Kurt?"

"Uh, sure, just let me add a few more layers. It's freezing outside," Kurt answered. He was hoping to spend time alone with Blaine, but he guessed that could wait until later.

X-X-X-X

Tossing around a quaffle didn't last very long. It was much too cold to be flying around. Kurt was the first one to leave the group after only a minute of play. He told Blaine he would meet him in the library. It was only a few minutes after Kurt sat down at a table when Blaine arrived.

"You're right, it was too cold," Blaine said, still shivering slightly.

"Well let's go get you warmed up," Kurt said. "We have a few hours until practices. Do you want to go back to your common room? The Slytherin common room is kind of cold."

"Well, Rachel's in there now practicing."

"Say no more. I have an idea of where we could go," Kurt responded, remembering Santana's advice from the night before.

"Where?"

"The Room of Requirement."

"Isn't that supposed to be destroyed?"

"That's what I thought, but Santana was just there. She says it still works. We could hang out in there, eat, listen to music, and you can warm up while we wait until dinner and practice tonight."

Blaine smiled. "Okay," he said. "Lead the way, Mr. Hummel."

"Just follow me, Mr. Anderson," Kurt laughed as he took Blaine's hand. They walked up to the seventh floor. "I'm pretty sure it's right here," Kurt said as they reached the spot in the corridor where the room was said to be. "Okay, so what do we need? Somewhere warm, private, with music and books and food." Kurt said aloud as he began to walk back and forth in front of the wall, concentrating.

"Kurt, there's a door," Blaine said a moment later.

Kurt looked up and sure enough, there was black wooden door in the wall. Kurt stepped forward and opened it. He gasped at what he saw.

The large room had a high ceiling with windows that overlooked the grounds. There was a large stone fireplace with a fire crackling happily behind the grate. In front of the fire was a leather couch with big fluffy pillows and blankets lying across it. There was a bookcase full of books along with a rack of muggle CDs and a stereo. On the opposite side of the room there was a queen sized canopy bed covered in red sheets and a duvet. Above the bed were a Slytherin and Gryffindor banner. The floor was a thick, fluffy white carpet.

"This is amazing," Kurt said as he caught site of a large tray of both his and Blaine's favorite snack foods and drinks.

"I'm so glad this room was destroyed," Blaine said as he closed the door behind them and looked around the room in awe.

"Oh my gosh, they have Wicked!" Kurt exclaimed as he glanced at the music selection. He pulled the CD from the shelf and put in the stereo.

"I thought muggle devices couldn't work within and around Hogwarts?" Blaine asked as he sat on the couch.

"Well…maybe there's just something about this room," Kurt guessed as he hit play. He turned and sat down next to Blaine. "So what do you want to do?"

"I thought you said we were going to warm me up?" Blaine asked with a flirty tone.

Kurt blushed and smiled. "Oh yea? And how do you think we should do that?"

"I can think of a way or two."

Blaine leaned forward and captured Kurt's lips in a kiss. Kurt immediately kissed back, opening his mouth and allowing Blaine's tongue access. He let out a soft moan as Blaine's tongue began to explore his mouth. Soon Kurt was lying down on the couch, bringing Blaine down with him. Blaine began to kiss down Kurt's jaw line and down his neck, nipping at his pulse point. Kurt's breath grew raged, his hands grabbing at the back of Blaine's sweater. Blaine's hands began to trail down Kurt's sides as he brought his mouth back up to Kurt's. That's when Kurt felt Blaine's hands slipping up under his shirt.

"Blaine," Kurt breathed, breaking the kiss. "We need to stop."

Blaine looked down at him and sat up. "You're right. I'm sorry if I went to far."

"No, no you didn't. You didn't need to apologize. I'm just…afraid it will go too far. I mean, we haven't talked about anything yet," Kurt said, looking into Blaine's eyes and taking his hands.

Blaine squeezed Kurt's hands. "I'm sorry," he said softly. "You're right, again, we haven't talked about it. I want to though."

"Me too, so let's talk about it."

"Well…Kurt, I would like to be intimate with you, but I would never force you into anything you weren't comfortable with or ready for," Blaine told Kurt, keeping Kurt's gaze.

"I know, Blaine, I know. I wouldn't do that to you either," Kurt responded, his thumb moving back and forth over Blaine's knuckles. "I-I love you, I really do and I want our first time to be special, something we're both ready for."

Blaine smiled gently. "I love you too, Kurt," he softly said. "And I want our first time to be special as well. I don't think I'm quite ready for that just yet."

"Me neither…but maybe we can do other things," Kurt said as a light blush crossed his cheeks. "I wouldn't mind."

Blaine smiled and kissed Kurt softly. "Me neither, but right now we have to get down to dinner and get ready for practice with Rachel."

Kurt groaned.

"I know, babe, but we will have all of break, and we can spend it in here, our secret place."

Kurt smiled happily and kissed Blaine before leading the way out of the Room of Requirement.