They were sitting in the back seat while Burt drove them from the hospital, holding hands in the center. The morning had not gone as easily as planned. When it was time for Blaine to be discharged, the hospital needed a parental signature and consent. Burt tried to bluff his way through the process, but in the end, they needed to wait for Blaine's mother to come to the hospital to sign the release forms. It seemed to take her forever, and in the end, she never even went to the room to see Blaine. She just signed, and left. The nurse at the front desk also handed Burt an envelope addressed to he and Carol. It was a notarized letter giving them temporary legal guardianship of Blaine until he turns 18. He hadn't told Blaine about this yet.

"You guys hungry? Carol wants us to stop at the house first so that she can make something for you. You're looking a little thin, Blaine".

"If you saw what they tried to feed me, you would have passed too." Blaine thought back, and the only good meals he remembered having was pizza and cheeseburgers, both brought in from outside. "Burt, do you think we'll have time to go and pack up some of my stuff? I don't really have anything to wear. And Finn dresses me funny." They all laughed, and Burt was trying to not let them know, just yet, that they had already taken care of Blaine's clothes.

"And I have so much to pack…my clothes…my products…we better eat something, Blaine. We'll need all of our strength to get through this day." Kurt picked up Blaine's hand, pressed it to his lips, and kissed it softly. "How are you feeling?"

"I'm ok. Happy to be going home."

They got to the house, and Burt walked ahead of them as they went down the driveway. Blaine stopped for a moment, and Kurt leaned in to ask him what was wrong. "I just realized I don't have a car anymore."

"They had to total it, kid. But we'll make some calls to the insurance company and see what the story is."

Carol threw open the door, and welcomed the boys home. "Blaine, honey…are you doing ok?" She put her arms around him and gave him a hug. "Come and sit. Lunch is just about ready."

"Is Finn at school?" Kurt wanted to talk to him about the conversation they had in Blaine's room the other night.

Blaine looked up from his plate. "About school. I need to get a few things, I think".

"We'll take care of it tomorrow. I want you two to just relax today, get your bearings again. We also have the whole weekend, so don't you worry".

"There's no time to relax. We have so much to do. Were Finn and Puck able to get the bed?"

"They did, and it's all set up. Now, I put some sheets on there, but if you don't like them, we can get some different ones." Carol waited for Kurt to ask about their color, or thread count, but there was nothing. She reached over and with the back of her hand checked his forehead for a fever.

"What was that for?"

She smiled to herself. "Nothing, sweetie. You look a little flushed is all."

"Blaine, there's something I want to talk to you about." Burt took out the envelope that was left for he and Carol at the hospital. "If seems your mother has decided that since you will be living in the apartment, and we are closer, that she would sign something called a temporary legal guardianship. Do you know what that is?"

He shook his head. "Does it have to do with my trust fund?"

"Not really. What it means is that, until you turn 18, Carol and I can make some decisions for you without your parent's input". Kurt grabbed Blaine's hand. He knew exactly what this meant without it being said out loud. His mother had basically washed her hands of him. He saw tears forming at the corner of Blaine's eyes, and he gripped his hand tighter.

Carol and Burt didn't know what to say. While his mother had made it easier for them to help Blaine live his life here in Lima, she had also shown him his worth to her.

"Dad, I think we need to go now." Kurt reached up and wiped a tear from Blaine's cheek. "Please?"

"Ok. Kurt, you and Blaine take your car over to the apartment, and we'll follow you. But don't go in until we get there."

"Why?"

"Humor us, Kurt. We're older and wiser."

"You don't have to tell me". Blaine laughed at Kurt. It was nice to see him smile.

They got to the apartment, and walked up to the door. "Hey, wait a second". Kurt pointed down at the Home Sweet Home welcome mat in front of their door. "When did they get this?"

Carol and Burt pulled up, and walked quickly to the door. "Ok, open it up".

They pushed the door open, and they both let out a shout as they looked around and saw the furniture from the guesthouse throughout their apartment. Walking through, they saw their new coffee pot, nicely decorated bathrooms, and in their room, the bed that meant so much to Kurt. Up on the dresser was the door from the medicine cabinet that had "Blaine Loves Kurt" written on it. Kurt looked at his parents.

"That was Finn's idea. He thought you would want to keep it".

"When did you do all of this? It's fantastic". Kurt felt so much joy as he looked around.

"Well, we all—your Dad and I, Finn and Puck, and the ladies all worked together. We wanted everything to be perfect for your homecoming. Do you like it?"

Kurt hugged her tightly. "I love it. We love it, right Blaine?"

"Yes, we do. Thank you so much for this".

"And listen, we took care of your clothes too. Everything is hanging in that massive closet of yours".

"Mine too?" Blaine looked a little confused.

"Yes, yours too. You mother was kind enough to have things ready for when Finn and Puck got there". Burt didn't tell him the truth...that she had everything packed without even asking her. He didn't need to feel worse than he already did about her.

"And there is some food here for you both for the next couple of days until we can go out and do a longer shopping trip. Blaine, we need to make a follow up appointment with your doctor for probably the beginning of next week. Ok…now, when Finn and Puck get out of school, they're going to bring over the spare television that we have in the garage. Aside from a few little things, you boys should be ok. Now, why don't you both come back to the house for a little bit, maybe watch a movie and relax for a bit until we get that TV over here."

Finn and Puck walked into the house and saw Blaine and Kurt sitting on the couch watching "Singing in the Rain". Blaine looked up and mouthed the words "help me" to them.

"I saw that." Kurt gave him a stern look. "This is an absolute classic".

"Kurt, hasn't your guy here suffered enough lately?" Puck walked over and patted Kurt on the head. "Cut him a break"

Kurt looked up at Finn, and remembered that he wanted to talk to him about the other night. "Finn, come downstairs for a sec and give me a hand with something."

"I can help you, Kurt." Blaine started to get up, but Kurt pushed him back down onto the couch. "You, relax. I don't want you lifting anything."

Finn followed Kurt down to his room, and they stood at the bottom of the steps. "Listen…I just wanted to thank you for the other night. You were right."

"I'm sorry. Did you just say I was right about something? Let me get a calendar so that I can mark this date down".

"I'm serious, Finn. I admit it. Sometimes I think that it's easier to run than to deal with things. I can't do that to him. To us. I would have made a huge mistake and you stopped me. So thank you."

"Is this where we hug?" Finn laughed, and pulled Kurt in for one.

"You're a good brother, Finn. I'm really lucky."

"So am I, buddy. So what else do we need to take from down here?"

"Just some of my pictures. And we'll grab Bocelli last. So you're coming back to the apartment with us tonight, right?

"You know something, Kurt. I talked to Burt and my mom about that. I mean, if you guys think you need me there, I'll do it. But, honestly, I think that you guys should be alone your first night in there."

"I think you may be right. I have some serious plans for that man of mine".

"Ok, now see…I could have gone my whole lifetime not knowing that bit of information. Oh…that reminds me…be right back". Finn ran upstairs to grab something, and then came right back down. "We found this at the guesthouse". He handed Kurt the old boutonnière, and smiled at him. "I thought you'd want to keep it."

Kurt looked at the withered flower in his hand. He had wondered where it had gone. "Thank you, Finn. You really are turning into quite the romantic".

"Well, I don't want to make you uncomfortable, but we also found some kind of mask and one of Blaine's ties all knotted up in the bedroom. Nice."

Kurt's face turned bright red.

"It's ok. Puck says you're his hero now."

Burt ordered pizza for everyone for dinner, and when it finally had gotten dark out, Carol tried to give them a little nudge. "It's getting late, boys. I want Blaine to get his rest tonight. You too, Kurt".

They looked at each other, and smiled. Finn took the box that Kurt had packed up, and Bocelli's cage, out to his car. They decided the TV could wait until tomorrow. As they got ready to leave, it became very emotional. Even though they would be living only a few minutes away, it was on their own now.

"Ok, guys. If you need anything, we're here. And here's where I give the speech". Burt cleared his throat, clearly realizing that his young son was all grown up. "Kurt, I am so proud of you. I want nothing more than for you to be happy. And I know you are with this guy." He turned to Blaine "You're part of this family now. Take care of my boy, Blaine." He hugged them both, and started to walk back into the house. "Remember to lock your door before you go to sleep. Love you".

Carol put a hand under each of their chins. "You two make me so proud every single day. Just be happy. And be good to each other. We're always here."

Kurt and Blaine were choking back tears as they looked at Finn and Puck. Kurt was surprised by the look on Finn's face. "I'm going to miss you, Kurt. I mean, I know I'll see you at school all the time, but I'll…you know…really miss you here." He hugged Kurt, and then spoke to Blaine. "I really like you Blaine. Thank you for loving my brother so much". Finn hugged Blaine, and then walked away.

Puck tried to find something to say. "Don't do anything I wouldn't do".

"That's a frightening thought, Puck".

"Where's the love, gentlemen?" He opened his arms for a hug. "That's better"

They got into Kurt's car, and made the short drive to their apartment. When they got there, Kurt grabbed the box from the back seat, Blaine grabbed the birdcage, and they walked to their door.

"Welcome Home, Kurt". Blaine unlocked the door, and put his hand in the small of Kurt's back to guide him through the entrance. They put Bocelli on the kitchen counter, and the box on the floor.

They stood looking around, at the furniture, the Welcome Home banner-they were finally in their home.

"We're all alone." Blaine put his hand in Kurt's. "Are you nervous?"

"Just a little."

"You know, I've been waiting all day to get you all to myself. Thank you, Kurt"

"For what?"

"For being you. For taking care of me. And for making my dreams come true."

"Well…I think a more proper thank you is in order, don't you?"

Blaine smiled at him. "Oh, I think I can handle that."

Blaine took Kurt's hand and led him to their bedroom. They stood at the door, and Blaine said, with some sadness, "I wish I could carry you to the bed, Kurt. I want to so bad…"

"We can save that for the wedding night. But right now"…Kurt turned Blaine to him, and kissed him. Their tongues touched, and Kurt let out a sigh. "I've missed you. I've missed…this…"

"Come here, beautiful". Blaine walked Kurt over to the bed, and sat him down on the end. "I love you, Kurt. And I love that we're here, finally." He knelt down in front of Kurt, and looked up at him. "I want you so bad, Kurt. I don't know how much longer I can wait".

"I don't want to hurt you." He reached down and grabbed the bottom of Blaine's shirt, pulling it gently over his head. He put his hand on the bandage on the right side of Blaine's chest.

"Kurt…please, baby…"

Kurt moved his hand up and touched the soft hair on Blaine's chest, playing with it between his fingers. He leaned forward, and pressed his lips against Blaine's, and what began as a light kiss became harder, more passionate.

Kurt broke their kiss, and told Blaine to stand up. He put his hands on Kurt's knees, and pushed himself up. As Blaine played with his hair, Kurt undid Blaine's belt and lowered his pants. "There are so many things I want to do to you right now. Where to begin?"

"Why don't you start right there, Kurt…" He slid Blaine's underwear down, and wrapped his fingers around him.

"Right there?" Kurt looked up at him, and his big blue eyes made Blaine melt.

"Don't be a tease, Kurt. It's not nice."

Kurt pressed his lips against Blaine, and then wrapped them around him. Blaine let out a low moan, and could barely stand as Kurt took in more of him. He had to hold on to Kurt's shoulders for balance.

Kurt stopped, and looked up at Blaine.

"I'm so afraid of hurting you."

"That's why we're going to take it slow, ok?"

"Ok."

"Now let's get you undressed. I need to see all of you." Blaine began to unbutton Kurt's shirt, and when he was finished, he slid it from his shoulders. He really loved Kurt's body…his small waist…the long legs…he couldn't get enough of it.

He started to unfasten Kurt's pants, and stopped to run his fingers across the front of them. Kurt took a deep breath, and as Blaine slid his pants down, he stepped out of them. "Now these", and slid his underwear off.

Blaine reached over and pulled the covers down on their bed. "Come to bed, Kurt". He patted the mattress, and Kurt slid in, with Blaine right behind him. Blaine had his head on the pillows, and Kurt was up on his elbow, playing with the curls around Blaine's face. He got up on his knees, and looked down at Blaine, a huge rush of emotion hitting him as he realized that not that many days ago, he thought he would never have moments like this again.

"What's wrong, Kurt?"

"I'm just taking in how gorgeous you are. And thinking about how much I love you."

"I love you, too. For always."

Kurt leaned down and kissed him, wanting him so much that it hurt. He kissed down his body, getting to the spot where it was clear how much Blaine wanted him too. Kurt teased Blaine with his tongue, running his fingers along his thighs, enjoying the sounds of pleasure coming from his boyfriend.

"We need to do something quickly, Kurt." Blaine felt his breath catch in his chest as he watched Kurt touching him.

Kurt leaned back, and asked Blaine if he could sit up. He did, and then Kurt told him to get on his knees, facing the headboard. Blaine smiled as he thought back to some of the other incredibly sexy moments that had shared in this very bed, and he knew this time would be no exception.

He did as Kurt asked, and before he knew it, Kurt was behind him, his hands on top of his on the headboard. Kurt whispered into his ear, "Blaine Anderson, I'm going to take you to the edge of heaven". It was one of the sexiest things that Blaine had ever heard Kurt say. He then kissed his neck, from one side to the other. Using his knee, he pushed Blaine's legs apart. "I'm not hurting you, am I?"

"No, you are most definitely not hurting me".

He teased him with his fingers first, as Blaine gripped the headboard tighter, and the whole time, Kurt kept talking to him, in that wispy voice that Blaine has loved since the day they met. "

He put his hands on Blaine's waist, lifting him up slightly, and as he told him how much he loves him, he lowered Blaine down onto him, causing Blaine to lose his grip on the headboard. "It's ok…I've got you" Kurt said into his ear, and the warmth of Kurt's breath made Blaine tremble.

Kurt went deeper, and Blaine leaned back into Kurt's chest. Kurt took one of Blaine's hands in his, and moved it down in front of him so that both of their fingers were wrapped around Blaine. Kurt moved their hands up and down. "Do you like that?"

"Kurt…my God…you are so…" Blaine couldn't finish his sentence. He wasn't able to form the words.

Kurt began to move his hips into Blaine, and he felt Blaine tighten around him as they both cried out, and collapsed against the headboard.

Blaine turned around so that he was facing Kurt. He was still shaky and having a hard time focusing.

"Kurt Hummel, you certainly are full of surprises."

"Can you handle it? "

Blaine pushed Kurt onto his back, and looked down at him, smiling.

"Watch me."