Haruhi's first year had just come to a close, and a transitional vacation was now upon them. Before leaving Ouran Academy, the now second year student, bid her farewells, congratulated Honey and Mori on graduating and left the music room and proceeded to head home. Once outside, she took a small breath, wanting the fresh air to sink in. 'Only two more years', she thought. Each day she was getting closer to her dream of becoming a lawyer. For now at least, she could relax a little while studying a couple times a week to keep ahead of everyone else for her scholarship, and work every now and then. As she left campus, she heard her name from far behind. It was obvious as to who it was, it still startled her though. Turning around, she saw Tamaki, and he had a huge grin upon his face. He quickly picked up the pace that way he could join her. Despite wanting a quiet evening, she just couldn't turn him away.

Returning the generous smile, she then let out a chuckle, amused with how he just couldn't seem to stay away (even if it could be annoying at times). "Hey senpai, was there something you needed?" She curiously asked. By now he would have gotten a ride home, so with him still at the campus, it intrigued her.

"Well, I was wondering if I could walk with you to your home? I know school is over with for the year and I would hate to bother you, but I figured maybe we could spend a little time together for at least today. That is, if you don't mind," he told her sweetly. She examined him as he spoke, but he wasn't over the top, and he seemed so innocent about the whole thing. Shrugging her shoulders, she gave a small nod.

"I guess it wouldn't hurt, but it's not going to inconvenience you? I'd hate for you to walk all that way," she admitted quietly as she began to walk alongside him. Besides, she figured he'd be busy the whole summer, and be on his way to France or to some important meeting his father was holding. When he shook his head, she couldn't help the smile she had grow.

Sliding his hands into his pockets, he sighed happily. It was a nice change. He was almost scared to ask her, not wanting to intrude on her personal time, but with how close they became over the past year or so, he figured she wouldn't have minded. "Not at all. A little walking around doesn't hurt every now and then," he replied charmingly. "I… actually don't have anything planned for a while. Plus, I'll be staying here for vacation, that way I can try and spend more time with everyone since it will be my last year at Ouran. Of course there's always next year, but for these last two years, I'd rather spend as much time as I can with my friends."

Immediately, Haruhi's smile dwindled into almost nothing. She completely forgot that Tamaki was going to be in his third year. They had all just celebrated together with Honey and Mori, she didn't realize that Kyoya and him would be leaving the following year. It stung her heart, but she didn't dare let it show, not wanting to worry him over her own feelings. It was odd; it shouldn't have been a big deal. They were all going to graduate sometime, but with him, it felt different. "We'll just have to make the best of it right? To make sure we make even more memories to cherish?" She looked up at him and offered him the best smile she possibly could. Her response caught him by surprise, yet it was just like her to say something so motivating. The smile was the best part though. It caused his cheeks to go red, and he tried to laugh it off.

"Yeah, I'd like that." He'd love the chance to spend time with everyone, but most of all, he wanted to be with Haruhi. He wasn't sure why. As of recently, he had been questioning this whole 'father-daughter' relationship he thought they had. Was it more than that? The things she did and said made him feel different things. Her smile gave him butterflies, her words warmed his heart and made it beat faster than usual. There were times when he thought he was sick, but when the family doctor would check him out, nothing was wrong. It made no sense at all, he just hoped it would come to him during the vacation.

Time passed and they eventually arrived at her apartment. The day went by so fast, they almost didn't want to say goodbye to each other. For a moment, they continued to chat, mostly about how they thought the school year went, and shared some ideas for the vacation until finally, both of them grew awkwardly silent. Shuffling in place, Haruhi began to place her key in the knob, and soon opened her door, sliding the key out and putting it in her pocket. Taking that as a sign to leave, Tamaki then spoke up. "Thank you for allowing me to walk with you, Haruhi. It was really nice getting to spend a little time with you and to talk one on one. I hope you enjoy the rest of your night," he told her softly, unsure of what else to even say.

Turning her head so she could look at him, she blinked a couple of times, almost forgetting that he hadn't left yet. "You don't have to thank me Tamaki-senpai. It was nice having the company and chatting together, and I'll try, you do the same." She then entered her apartment, but before she could close the door, she noticed him moving closer.

"Haruhi? Actually, before I go, I was wondering if you'd like to either come over or hang out somewhere this weekend if you're not busy?" This caused her to open the door a little and stare at him. She knew they would all hang out at some point, but just the two of them? It was both surprising, and expected coming from him. She already knew she was free this Saturday, so maybe it wouldn't hurt.

"Oh, I should be available Saturday if you wanted to hang out then?" Nodding, a grin easily replaced his gentle smile from before.

"That's perfect! How about I pick you up at 9:00am? Does that work for you?" It was becoming obvious that he was getting excited about the weekend already, and knowing him, he probably had so many things planned for them to do as well.

"Yeah, that's fine. I guess I'll see you then." Bidding farewell, she closed her door, took a deep breath, and let it out. She was nervous, there were endless possibilities of what his mind could come up with, yet the fact that he gave her two options was what caused her to be in a slight panic. "His place? What would we even do there?" She'd have to put those thoughts aside for now, since Saturday was only a couple days away. For now, she'd focus on what she would normally do around the house, that way, it would distract her from overthinking.

(Thank you all for reading my first Ouran fic! I've been rewatching it lately so I was inspired to finally start the fic I've been thinking of. I used to roleplay as Tamaki long ago, so it was nice being able to write for him again. See you all in the next chapter!)