Title: Questions
Author: Vez (kalliasgrimm)
Pairing,Character(s): Dave Karofsky and Kurt Hummel (not romantic & a made up Karfosky family
Rating: PG-13
Spoilers: Season 2, episode 7 "The Substitute"
Summary: Kurt questions Karofsky about his constant bullying and brings up a touchy subject. Read my version of why Dave has an issue with homosexuality
Authors note: I decided to continue this as most people seemed to want a bit more so I could round off the loose ends
Read part one here:
http://community.livejournal.com/karofsky_hummel/40112.htmlRead part two here:
http://community.livejournal.com/karofsky_hummel/45951.htmlRead part three here:
http://community.livejournal.com/karofsky_hummel/50968.htmlRead part four here:
http://community.livejournal.com/karofsky_hummel/58422.htmlRead part five here:
http://community.livejournal.com/karofsky_hummel/72019.htmlRead part six here:
http://community.livejournal.com/karofsky_hummel/72338.html#cutid1Read part seven here:
http://community.livejournal.com/karofsky_hummel/82703.html ‘I really think you need to go the hospital Dave.’ James said cautiously as he checked his step sons wounds.
‘No way,’ Dave replied as he gently dabbed his face with a wet flannel, ‘this guy on my football team didn’t go to the hospital and his nose was fine.’
‘Yeah, but have you seen the state of it now?’ Kurt asked from his seat next to Dave, ‘he looks like freaking Gonzo.’
Dave laughed but had to stop when his nose started to ache but he still grinned. ‘Maybe you have a point.’
‘I think it’s definitely a good idea. I can take you over whilst your dad and Hannah go and pick up your things.’ James said as he took the flannel from Dave who was just swatting at the same spot on his cheek.
Dave peered at his step father as he started to wash his face. ‘Besides, it’ll give us a chance to get to know each other. Kurt,’ James glanced at the smaller boy, ‘you’re welcome to come as well.’
Kurt looked to his side and caught Dave’s eye - Dave didn’t want to do this alone. ‘Sure. Sure that’s fine. I really should call my dad though.’
‘Oh sure!’ James exclaimed, ‘feel free to use the house phone.’
‘Thanks.’ Kurt headed to where James was pointing and dialled his home number.
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‘Are you sure you want to go alone?’ Hannah asked her father in the kitchen.
‘Yeah, I don’t want you getting involved in this.’ William replied.
‘I already am involved! I’ve been telling you for years that Dave needed to get out of that place. I was lucky, I got to go to college, but what if Dave doesn’t get to do that?’ Hannah gabbled, her voice getting more panicked. ‘I just can’t stand the idea of him staying in that place and listening to their crap!’
‘I know, I know,’ comforted William, his arm around his daughters shoulders, ‘it’s all right. I’m going to get this sorted. Besides,’ he smirked a little, ‘it’s been a long time since your mother and I had a chat.’
‘Ughh…’ Hannah groaned, remembering their last “chat”.
‘Look honey,’ William said seriously, ‘you have been amazing today. You’ve done enough. Maybe you should think about heading back to college?’
‘Oh no, no.’ Hannah said, shaking her head quickly, ‘I need to stay and make sure this goes okay. Dave needs me.’
William looked closely at his daughter before giving in. ‘Okay honey,’ he kissed her on the forehead, ‘okay.’
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‘Kurt! Where the hell have you been! Are you okay?’ Carole cried down the phone.
‘I’m fine, I’m fine! Didn’t Finn and Rachel talk to you?’ Finn asked, unable to stop the smile on his face - he loved that Carole was so concerned about him.
‘They said they dropped you off hours ago and haven’t heard from you since! Your father was so worried!’
‘I’m sorry, I really am. But no, I’m fine really. I’m just at a friends house.’
‘What friend? A Glee friend?’
‘Um… look, Carole at the moment, I really can’t say. Just trust me that I’m okay. Please?’
‘Kurt, I don’t know… your dad will be so annoyed-’
‘Please Carole, you have to trust me! I’ll explain everything when I get home, just not now.’
There was a pause. ‘Okay. I’m trusting you Kurt. But you ring us if anything happens, understand?’
‘Completely. Thanks Carole, I really appreciate it.’ he paused. ‘Love you.’
‘Oh sweetie, I love you too.’ he could hear the smile in her voice. ‘Come home soon.’
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‘Is everything okay Kurt?’ James asked as the teenager came back into the living room.
‘Yeah everything’s fine,’ he smiled, ‘thanks.’
He looked at Dave who was cleaned up completely. His eyes were still quite red but he had gotten most of the dirt out when he ran the tap over them. His nose was swollen, a bruise was forming and his lips looked sore, but he definitely looked better without the blood.
‘We’re almost ready to go, I’m just going to speak to William and we’ll get going.’
‘No problem.’
The two boys were left alone. Kurt folded his arms and said, ‘I didn’t know you could scream like that Karofsky.’
Dave looked up at him and smirked, ‘ever had a broken nose, Hummel?’
He ran his index finger down his nose and grinned, ‘with a nose this perfect? Please!’
‘How about a 240 pound guy falling on you?’
‘No, I wouldn’t complain though.’ he teased.
Rolling his eyes, Dave grunted, ‘then you don’t get to comment.’
‘Fair enough.’ Kurt chuckled, sitting back down next to Dave. There was a long silence. He finally broke it when he quietly said, ‘thanks for trying to help me. Protecting me.’
Dave gasped quietly, his stomach knotted - a mixture of pride, nervousness and of course that never ending lust that came hand in hand when he was around Kurt. ‘No big deal…’ he murmured, his eyes on the ground.
Kurt smiled softly at his humble reaction and stood up when James came back in.
‘Ready to go guys?’
‘Yeah.’ Dave replied, getting too his feet. Kurt nodded and they followed James to the car.
‘See you later David.’ Hannah said from the hallway, her arms wrapped around herself, a weak smile on her face.
‘Bye.’ Dave mumbled, looking away when he saw how sad she looked.
‘David,’ William spoke up as they were getting in the car, ‘I’m going to and see your mother to collect your things. Is that okay?’
‘Yeah…’ Dave answered after a brief pause.
‘Is there anything you want me to bring? Anything special from around the house?’
Kurt glanced curiously at Dave, interested in what he might say.
‘Um I guess just the normal stuff.’ he shrugged.
‘Nothing from the living room or anything?’
‘No. I don’t have anything else except for the stuff in my room.’ he then leaned closer to his father through the window and said in a hushed voice, ‘there’s a box under my bed. Can you bring that?’
William nodded as he stepped back from the car. ‘I’ll see you later son.’
‘Bye dad.’
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‘George? Is that you honey?’ Susanne called from the living room.
‘Yeah it’s me.’ George grunted as he walked into the room.
‘I was beginning to get worried,’ she said turning to face him, ‘how was- oh my god!’ she scrambled to her feet and scurried to her son, reaching up to inspect his bloody nose. ‘What happened!? Did someone hit you?!’
‘Yeah.’ George said, crouching down so his mother could fuss over him.
‘Who was it? Tell me and I’ll get Adam to sort them out.’ Susanne threatened.
‘It was Hannah.’ George admitted.
‘What?!’ Susanne exclaimed, her eyes stinging with tears. ‘I don’t believe it!’
‘It’s true.’
‘Why did she do it?! I knew there was something wrong with that girl!’
‘She just went for me!’ George lied.
‘I doubt Hannah would-’
‘You wanna know something mum?’ George said with a sudden fierce aggression.
‘Yes but-’
‘Your little boy is fucking gay!’
A stunned silence struck Susanne, the shock almost knocking her off her feet. She put one hand to her chest as her breathing increased, becoming panicked.
‘It’s true mum. I heard him talking to Hannah all about it.’ George growled, his face twisted with disgust.
‘I can’t believe it…’ Susanne gasped.
‘It’s true,’ George gripped his mothers shoulders with a force that made her wince, ‘he admitted it.’
‘But how is this possible? He’s so normal… he’s just a normal boy…’
‘He isn’t! He’s a fag mum!’ George shouted, shaking her a little, his grip on her increasing when he saw her break down into tears. ‘And you know what else?’
‘No more George, please-’ Susanne wept.
‘He’s got a boyfriend!’
‘No…’ Susanne wailed, collapsing into her sons arms. ‘It’s not true! Not my Davey!’
‘It’s true!’ George cried, ‘it’s all true!’
Susanne wailed and sobbed in her sons arms, much to George’s discomfort and disgust. After a few moments, George pushed her back up and crouched down to look into her eyes. She sniffed and wiped away the tears that were replaced with new ones instantly.
‘Dad’s on his way over.’
‘Wha-’ Susanne gasped.
‘That’s where he’s gone. Hannah took him to see dad.’
‘That stupid girl!’ Susanne yelled, her sadness turning to anger at the mere mention of William.
‘He’s coming over here. He’s coming to collect Dave’s stuff.’
‘Like hell he is!’ Susanne bellowed, surprising her son. ‘I will not let that man in my house!’
‘What are you going to do?’ George asked, his tone barely hiding his excitement.
‘I’m going over there to sort David out,’ she replied, ‘you stay here and make sure he doesn’t get. Do you understand?’
‘Yes.’
With that she grabbed her keys and stormed out of the house, flying down the roads towards William’s house, unaware when she sped by him as he travelled in the opposite direction.