By the time the weekend got there, Blaine was more than ready. Not even ready, anticipating. He needed the weekend, as most teenagers did. This weekend was different from the others, he was spending the entire weekend with Tina. Or at least that was the plan. He'd gotten permission from his father after days of begging. He'd finally gotten a yes after he'd agreed to wash his dad's car on Thursday night, and he did. Anything to get out of that house for at least a couple of days.

As the bell rang, Blaine was out of his seat and heading for the door. A final goodbye to his fellow Glee Club members. Tina was closely behind him. He paused as he saw Kurt standing at the lockers, one opened in front of him. He pulled a few books from his bag and set them in. He glanced around, locking eyes with Blaine.

Blaine hadn't seen much of Kurt besides their classes. The other boy was quick to get out of class before Blaine could grab his attention. Blaine ignored Tina and walked over to him as Kurt shut the locker door.

"Hey Kurt." He said. Kurt nodded to him.

"Blaine."

"So, Tina and I were going to grab some coffee, do you want to come with us?" Tina gave him a look. Kurt glanced at the girl, then at Blaine. He shook his head.

"I can't. My dad's expecting me." Blaine frowned.

"You can spare an hour." Kurt glanced at the doors.

"I really can't. Look, I'm sure you're really nice but-" Blaine reached out, grabbing Kurt's wrist before he could stop himself. Kurt hissed in pain, retracting his wrist quickly, cradling it to his chest. Blaine's eyes widened. "I- I have to get home. My dad is expecting me home immediately after the bell rings. He gets upset when I'm not on time." Blaine watched Kurt leave hastily, not even bothering to close his locker. Blaine closed it for him, leaning against the metal. Tina looked at Blaine.

"Well.. Coffee then? We're going to be up late, working on the new routine." Blaine shrugged.

Had he just been assuming things? Had Kurt's father hurt him? That phone call he'd heard on Kurt's first day. Was it a worried parent? Or an angry one? A strange feeling rushed through Blaine, a slight need to.. Defend Kurt? To Protect him from all harm.

Blaine nodded to Tina finally. "Yeah, coffee sounds great." He said.

After coffee, Tina and Blaine headed to the formers' house. A typical ritual since the two had become friends in their previous year as Juniors.

Saturdays were special. Tina and Blaine would wake up early, go get coffee, and spend the day shopping.

This Saturday was no different.

Tina laughed at one of Blaine's silly jokes as they walked into the coffee shop.

"Um, one non-fat mocha latte and a.." At the counter was Kurt. He was looking at the floor, at something that Blaine couldn't see because of the line. "Chocolate chip muffin." Kurt turned back to the barista who started on their order. "Go sit down, I'll get our stuff." Blaine watched as a little girl, barely older than 8 or 9, left the line and went looking for a table. Kurt kept his eyes on her until the barista got his attention. He took the items from her and headed for the table. Blaine glanced at Tina as she tugged his arm forward.

"Kurt's here." He said. Tina rolled her eyes.

"Are you going to ditch me for him? Because if it gets you laid, then I have no problems about spending time with that adorable little girl while you two get it on."

Blaine laughed, rolling his eyes. "Get me a medium drip? I'm gonna go check on him." Tina nodded. Blaine stepped out of line and walked over to Kurt's table. Kurt didn't notice him as his back was turned to Blaine, but the little girl did.

"If you get any trouble, kick their ass. I don't care if you get in trouble for it, let them know that you're not to be messed with." The girl wasn't listening.

"Um.. Kurt?" She pointed at Blaine. Kurt turned to him. He let out a groan.

"Are you stalking me?" He asked, getting defensive. Blaine raised his hands in surrender.

"I am not stalking you. Tina and I were getting coffee and I saw you and your.." He trailed off, looking at the girl.

"Sister." Kurt said. "Not that it's any of your business." The girl took that as her cue.

"I'm Ana. Are you Kurt's friend?" Kurt shook his head.

"No, Ana, he's not. He's just some stupid guy from school." That hurt.

"Hey, what did I do to you?" Kurt rolled his eyes. "Look, I just wanted to make sure you're okay with how you freaked out yesterday." Kurt looked at him.

"So you just force your way into people's lives? Not stupid, creepy." Kurt turned back to Ana. The young girl was still looking at Blaine.

"Tina and I were going to spend the day shopping, you look like you could use a friend or two." Kurt looked at him.

"Can you not take a hint? I'm not interested in you or your stupid friends. Just leave me alone." Ana frowned.

"I wanna go." She said with a small pout. Kurt sighed.

"Ana, Dad gave us specific things to do today. Shopping isn't on that list." Ana frowned more. "I- Fine." Ana beamed at him as Kurt motioned to the table. "How about you guy sit down while Ana finishes her muffin." Blaine took the offered spot and sat down. Tina came over quickly, sitting down as well.

"I'm Blaine by the way, Ana." Blaine said, holding out his hand to her. Ana took it with a grin. "And this is my friend, Tina." Ana shook Tina's hand as well. "Ana and Kurt are going to join us on our shopping trip."

Tina laughed. "Alright. The more the merrier." She raised her cup to her lips, taking a drink. Kurt went back to his own drink, tuning the others out.

Two hours later found the group at one of the many stores of the mall. Tina had met up with her boyfriend, leaving the three alone. Ana yawned for the fifth time as she sat next to Blaine while Kurt was in the dressing room. They'd practically forced him into there - No, wait they actually forced him in. Blaine had grabbed him while Tina grabbed some clothes, tossing them over the door.

"Tired, Ana?" Blaine asked. Ana nodded, rubbing her eyes with tiny fists. Ana looked up at the clock and let out a sharp squeak. "What's wrong?" Blaine demanded with a panicked tone.

"Kurt and I were supposed to be home in 30 minutes ago. Daddy's going to be really mad." She jumped off of the bench. "We have to get home!" Blaine nodded.

"Alright, we'll get you two home." He walked over to the dressing room that Kurt was in, knocking on it. "Ana says that you were supposed to be home 30 minutes ago." There was a crash, then a muttered curse from Kurt.

"I'll be out in a second!" He yelled out. Blaine returned to Ana, making sure she had everything. After a minute, Kurt emerged from the dressing rooms. Blaine smiled, getting them out to Kurt's car. As they were walking, Blaine realized a problem.

"Uh.. Tina drove me here and she left. Do you think I could hang out with you guys until I can get a ride to pick me up?" Kurt rolled his eyes as Ana let out a small laugh.

"Sure, but you better make a call while you're in the car. I don't know how long my dad will let you stay, or even if he'll let you stay at all." Kurt said as he got in his vehicle. He started it as Blaine climbed into the passenger's seat, Ana in the back.

Kurt drove through Lima while Blaine made idle talk with Ana - after he'd made a call to his friend, Sam, of course. Kurt was quiet through the whole ride.

Kurt finally turned into a driveway. He glanced at the door. "We're here. Come on before we get in more trouble." Kurt parked and got out, helping Ana out. He motioned for Blaine to follow him. Blaine didn't deny the offer. He walked behind Kurt as they entered the house. Or tried to.

They were stopped by an older man. A man who had a stern look on his face. He reminded Blaine of his father.

"Hey Dad." Kurt said. "This is Blaine." The man looked at Blaine.

Kurt's father. The one who had hurt him.

"Nice to meet you, sir." Blaine said, holding out his hand. The man said nothing in response, not taking the offered hand. He jerked his head for the trio to head inside. Blaine did, watching the older male. If this man hurt Kurt, then he would do something about it. He didn't know why he felt so protective over Kurt, but he did. Something about Kurt made him feel like there was something Kurt was hiding, that he needed protection from something close to him and Blaine wanted to be the one to do that.

No matter what the cost was.