Hi readers, sorry for the long wait. Here's the revised sequel of my work. You might notice that there's only a few changes in here. The rest will change once you continue to read the following chapters. :)

"So, where are we going? You haven't answered any of my questions after I mentioned the word date. I'm looking like a fool here." Haruhi had her arms crossed around her chest and she had her eyebrow raised. She was standing near a customer service and the ladies over the counter kept staring at her like she was some lost teenager. This scene reminds me of Kyouya-senpai being lost in a mall. Haruhi sweat-dropped.

Oh, s – sorry – I was spacing out – Tamaki confessed. I just couldn't believe my own ears. Are they deceiving me? Haruhi rolled her eyes. Anyway, what are you asking, Haruhi?

"Where are we going? What do you plan on doing today? We're already in a mall and Hikaru and Kaoru went to buy grocery for me. They, I mean, we were planning on visiting you later on." Haruhi said calmly.

I know! Tamaki said enthusiastically. Let's go to Mizu Park! It's a wonderful water park!

"Oh, you've been there before." Haruhi said indifferently. Of course, he had been; he sounded that he had been from that place before. Probably he read it from a magazine or thru the net or even Kyouya had suggested it to him.

Yes and I want you to see it too. What's the matter? You don't sound you're interested at it. We could enjoy this together.

"It's not that I'm not interested, it's just that –" Haruhi glanced over her shoulder; there was an odd feeling that she was being watched. No one was standing nor sitting still, waiting for her to move or gazing at her like some maniac. But she was not stupid enough to fall for something like that; whoever was following her knew how to blend in a crowd. No one else looked fishy or familiar around the crowd. She turned around and pretended she did not feel that weirdness. "Okay then, let's go." Then, Haruhi stopped for a moment and felt embarrassment reigning over her. "You didn't tell me where it was. It's not around the mall, I'm certain."

No, it's not. Tamaki chuckled. I was just confused about what you were thinking awhile ago. Don't worry; I will give you directions on how to get there. It's not very far from here. We could just walk.

Haruhi raised an eyebrow. "Are you sure about that? I could take a cab."

N – No, please don't!

"Well, not every cab driver is like that anyway."

Still...

"Okay, let's walk." Haruhi went towards the exit. She did not want to retort anymore. Time was passing... very quickly. The automatic glass door suddenly opened as she was three steps away from it. She started walking to the direction Tamaki had instructed her. Haruhi could feel the breeze blowing on her face; her short bangs swayed along with it. "This is much better than taking any vehicle. It is also a good exercise."

I have to agree with you. Tamaki said. You could turn right by the third block. And stop by at the 4th gate of that street.

"Okay then." Haruhi sighed. She started to walk with her thoughts flying somewhere else. She wanted to be in a place where the pair of them could get some answers from the rose. But where would that be? She could not decide where to start looking, unless the old lady would appear before them to say something odd again. Probably they could ask for her help. No, that was a dumb thing to do. The old lady was only one of their problems. She does not really respond the way Haruhi wanted her to. It would only be useless. They would be wasting more time. Tamaki had been silent through the whole walk until they have reached the 4th gate of the Book Street. He was probably feeling upset that he could not stay with Haruhi, with his physical presence.

The 4th white gate was filled with different vehicles. Haruhi was glad that she did not take a cab or else it would take time before they could enter. The security was checking the number of persons and their things in each vehicle. Then, they would have to present their license or leave their I.D. so the security could log them in. Haruhi glanced by the far right of the gate where there was another gate for people who commuted their way to the park. Haruhi beamed as she walked in and stood in the queue. It was faster than the vehicles since the female security only had to check a person's belongings and then the person could enter right away. The female security checked Haruhi's belongings and gestured for her to enter. She followed the rest of the family and friends who were before her until she had reached the main entrance. There was a huge dancing fountain before the staircase. Everyone else was taking pictures around it.

Too bad we can't take pictures. Tamaki muttered.

"Yes, it would be much normal if we could hang out together as a person in here." Haruhi sighed. She walked up the stairs and when she had reached the top, there were booths on opposite sides of the wall that were selling accessories and such. Haruhi paid no attention to the sellers and walked towards the entrance. It was like an enormous round mall inside. The windows were covered with different species of fishes and other underwater creatures. There were food stores as Haruhi gazed at the left side. And as her eyes moved on to the center, an empty stage was being set up. It had a clear blue background and had photos of underwater creatures. Probably there will be a play or educational speech to be presented. There were people lined up at the right side a little far from the stage, near the toilet room.

Please enjoy it for me. Tamaki smiled a bit.

"I will." Haruhi assured. "Then we could go back in here and enjoy it again...together with the host club."

I...like that. Tamaki could not help but be pleased with Haruhi's actions. You could line up right there – yes, to where you are gazing right now – and pay for our ticket, I mean, your ticket.

"Forget the 'your' Senpai. You are in my body now, so 'we' is the appropriate term to use." Haruhi chuckled. She hurried to the queue and waited for her turn. "By the way, how much is the ticket?"

Well, it's about… umm… how much was it? Tamaki thought. I forgot how much it was.

"It must have been hard to be that rich." Haruhi smirked.

"Oh are you worried about the ticket price?" a voice came from behind. Haruhi jumped in astonishment and turned around and found the young man as tall as Tamaki. He had this untidy chestnut-colored hair and had short fly-away bangs; light, brown eyes; fair color of skin. He winked as soon as Haruhi met his eyes. He had this azure uniform from top to bottom.

"Uh,"

"Don't worry, I will give you any information you needed." The tour guide went on, "Just ask and I will surely answer."

"Okay," Haruhi gazed at him oddly. "I was wondering how…"

Don't ask him! I know it, just let me think. Tamaki insisted.

"Shut up, Senpai. He is already offering help !" Haruhi snapped which made the tour guide and the rest of the people on the queue jump. "Oh, sorry, go on with what you're saying."

"I am finished. Now what is your question?"

"I was wondering how much is your ticket to the… park itself? Without the shows and stuff, I mean." Haruhi cleared. "You could tell me about the packages if you want to."

"Ah, yes, may I know what the maiden's name is?" the tour guide peered at Haruhi's large eyes.

"Fujioka Haruhi,"

"Your name sounds familiar. Have we met before?"

"No, I think not."

"Ah, I remember! You're from the host club, Fujioka-san." The tour guide went on, "I also study at the same Academy. Nice to meet you, I'm Negaino Rei. I am the same year as you are." He lowered his voice and said, "I work here temporarily as a tour guide for my uncle's sake."

"Uh, I see." Rei muttered. "Are you alone then? Ah never mind! Let me tell you about the Mizu Park's prices…" His voice trailed off for Tamaki. He wanted so much to spend his time with his Haruhi and now, this man interfered. But Rei seemed harmless; but Tamaki felt overprotective of Haruhi. He waited until he was able to explain everything Haruhi needed to know. She was coming close to the ticket booth and so, Tamaki took over her body without knowing how.

"Okay, that's all I needed to know. You could go now." Haruhi did not know where the words came from. "And stay away from my Haruhi!"

"Ah," Rei scratched his head and went on, "Okay, I have to go now. I think I overstayed here. See you!"

Haruhi blinked as she felt that she could speak again on her own will. She glared at Tamaki as if she could see him standing next to her. Tamaki fell silent afterwards. The lady at the ticket booth made Haruhi jump as she called on Haruhi. Haruhi handed over the exact amount Rei had told her. "Enjoy your tour! NEXT!" the lady called. Haruhi almost scampered to the long corridor behind the ticket booth. It took her 5-10 minutes before she could see a light at the end of the corridor. The light was coming from the far left end. She paced to the left and she was transported to another place. She was in a forest. There were vines hanging down everywhere. The ground was thick; it had the texture of the real soil. The ground had medium-sized grass that swayed along with the breeze. The ceiling was covered with a sliding glass so the air could get in. There were 2 tanks leaning by the opposite sides of each wall. It contained different species of fish. Their names and description were printed on a huge chart next to the tank. A serene voice was speaking through the small speaker box by the top right corner of the ceiling. Haruhi stood at the tank by the left side and listened to the voice that spoke.

Koi Fish – there are different types of koi fish which are classified by their patterning, scalations and coloration. They vary in many different colors. A few of the main ones are blue, yellow, purple, white, and black. On the scales of a koi, it is possible to see a metallic gleam. This is what's called Gin Rin. Also, there are types of koi that have no scales. Scaleless kois are usually called Doitsu. Doitsu fish were made by crossbreeding Nishikigoi and German mirrored carp...

"Oh," Haruhi peered at the tank with her amazed reaction gazing back at her. She blinked as she watched the different types of Koi fish swam around their tank.

After her tour with the Flow, Haruhi went to the Reef. It was a dark room filled with cylindrical tanks with fluorescent lights that help the guests to view different aquatic creatures. There were warnings next to the creature's description not to take pictures to avoid scaring the underwater creatures. Haruhi felt relieved that the stranger behind her no longer tailed her. She would only see him once or twice closer to her but he did not bother to speak with her. Haruhi get to spend time with Tamaki; she would mutter under her breath and chuckle every now and then. She was able to learn a lot of things as she roamed further and further. Every creature had its unique characteristics: cute, odd, enormous and humorous. She headed towards the exit of the Reef, where a bright light was coming from. Haruhi lifted her right hand and shaded her eyes.

Then, a popping sound was heard on both sides. Confetti and balloons welcomed Haruhi. There was a round of applause coming from everywhere. Could everyone be watching?

"Eh?"

"Congratulations! You are our 777th visitor for this month! You have won a dolphin stuff animal and 2 coupons for free lunch at any food store within Mizu Park!" a beautiful man greeted her. He had a black, clean cut short hair and sepia-colored eyes. He flashed a smile at Haruhi which made the rest of the girls – they look like models in Haruhi's case – behind him faint. There were roses blooming behind him. Haruhi suddenly recalled the host club. She accepted the stuff animal and the coupons absent-mindedly. "The host club... I wonder how they're doing."

"So, how do you feel about being our 777th visitor? Did you have fun while inside?" the man asked; his arms fell on Haruhi's shoulders. Haruhi did not shake it off; her thoughts were somewhere else again. But someone inside her was uncomfortable with the man's actions. He and the rest of the host club could do that to Haruhi, no one else. I haven't seen them for awhile now. I suddenly missed all of them. They're probably beside Senpai, waiting for him to...wake up. Haruhi smiled a bit.

What are you doing Haruhi? His arms are around you! Get away from him! Tamaki demanded.

"Okay," the man took his arms off Haruhi and scratched his head. "Congratulations again! Have fun!"

"Oh," Haruhi came back to her senses and realized that she was holding the prizes she just won. "Um, is it okay if I just gave this other coupon to a friend? I'm kind of... alone right now."

"Sure, but you have to use it just for today. It won't be accepted if you come back tomorrow or the next day after." The man winked. "Well then, see you!"

"Darn, if you were just here probably, I won't have to get someone else to eat with me. Oh, yeah, how about Hikaru and Kaoru? They could join me perhaps?" Haruhi sighed.

You again? Could you just stay away from Haruhi?

"Pretty neat eh? You get to eat lunch for free? Aren't you lucky?" Rei said. Then, he gave his hand for Haruhi to shake it. "How are you, Miss 777th visitor?"

"I'm fine, thank you." Haruhi took the hand and shook it slightly.

"Yes, that's nice to hear. By the way, would you mind eating lunch with me?" Rei asked politely.

"No, thanks, I think I'm having one with my friend." Haruhi picked up her cell phone and dialed Hikaru's number. Slowly, she walked away she didn't turn her back until she was back at the round mall once again. Haruhi felt she have offended Rei by her actions; she was having second thoughts on accepting Rei's offer. Her thoughts were brushed off when Hikaru's phone rang...and rang. A recorded voice responded and asked for Haruhi's message. "Uh, Hikaru, can you call me right away as soon as you received this? Thanks!" Haruhi hang up. She tried calling Kaoru. Same thing happened. Haruhi sighed; she couldn't possibly ask for the rest of the host club to go out with her. She couldn't let them leave Tamaki all alone. She walked towards the Oishii restaurant. She stared at the coupon at her hands and flipped it with her fingers. "Hmm…I'd better eat even if I'm alone. It doesn't matter if the other coupon's wasted."

"So,"

Haruhi looked up, Rei had peered into her face. "Where is your friend? Come on, I won't bite."

"Oh, um… probably, they'll arrive later. I'll wait for their calls. But if they can't come, I might as well eat with you." Haruhi mumbled and looked away.

Why does he even bother? Tamaki exclaimed.

"There's nothing to worry about, Senpai."

"What?"

"N – Nothing,"

"So, could we eat together while waiting for your friends? Don't worry, I'll pay for my meal." Rei said.

"I…guess so. But you go on ahead, I still have to wait for their answer. I'll just sit by and watch you eat." Haruhi asked.

"Oh, that's not right. It would be rude if you would just watch me eat; it would make me feel uncomfortable. Let's make a deal. If your friends don't arrive within half an hour, then we eat together. However, you could still wait for them afterwards. If your friends arrive before the time limit, then I won't eat with you." Rei said in a serious tone.

"Make it an hour." Haruhi demanded.

"Okay then, deal?"

"Deal,"

5 mins…

15 mins…

30 mins…

45 mins…

1 hour…

There was no response from the twins. Haruhi felt awkward to eat with Rei. Although they went into the same academy, she could not help but wonder who he is. "You've been quiet ever since we started eating, is there something wrong, Fujioka?"

"N – No, I just realized that I've never actually seen you before. I'm certain I would have noticed you even if you're from a different section." Haruhi explained.

"Oh," Rei flushed. "I usually don't arrive at school on time. And well, sad to say that I also miss classes because of work. I'm trying to cope up and reschedule my work so everything goes well."

"I see," was all Haruhi could say.

Haruhi's mobile phone began to rung. She picked it up and walked away from the table. "Hello? Yes, Hikaru? I was waiting for your – WHAT? When? What happened? Okay, I'll visit right away. Meet you there. Please do lock my apartment. Yes, okay then…"

"And Haruhi?"

"Hmm?"

"Don't worry, we'll do everything we can…"

"Y – Yes," Haruhi choked. She hang upand hurriedly went back to the table. "Uh – Negaino-kun, there's an emergency. I need to go."

"Right now?" Rei asked, astonished.

Haruhi could only nod.

"Go on then." Rei said as he waved his hand. "See you."

"I'm really sorry about this!" Haruhi bowed and scampered out of the restaurant.

"Well," Rei sighed and stared at Haruhi's plate. "It's just you and me."

Haruhi scampered…and scampered. She even pushed the people out of her way just so she could get out of the park as quickly as possible. But it wasn't enough. The news she had heard from Hikaru made her weak. Her legs were trembling like crazy and her hands were a bit sweaty. She didn't know if she was running for her life. However, it wasn't hers that she was afraid to lose. It was someone else's…someone she cared about.