*OK HELLO EVERYONE RAYESTAR HERE AND TODAY I' M GOING TO FINALLY START ON MY VERY FIRST ONE-SHOT! It's based off this dream I had last night and it dealt with the Ouran High School Host Club characters, so I decided to turn it into an Ouran one-shot. The only thing is that some of the characters, mainly Tamaki, seemed somewhat OOC so I will try to change some things around from the dream in order to keep them as in character as possible. Now this is also gonna be a Depressed! OC x Kyoya Ootori one-shot so yeah. Also there is some curse words here and there, but not a lot. Also, I want to add that when my OC goes into despair, the reason for her actions is because I had been watching Dangan Ronpa while writing this and I found it interesting in a scary way on what happened to some characters that fell into despair, especially in Dangan Ronpa: Another Story, so it inspired me to make my OC act a little psycho when she fell in despair. Anyway, I hope you guys enjoy this and let's get this story started!*
OC Information:
Full Name: Hotaru Miyoshi
Hair Color/Stye: Brown/Curly Messy Ponytail
Eye Color: Forest Green
Outfit: Boy's Uniform (In school)/White top, dark blue faded denim capris, black flats, and aqua jacket (This one-shot)
Company: Miyoshi's House of Sweets and Treats
Family: Father (Owner of the Company), Mother (Deceased), Older Sister (Deceased)
Personality: Creative, friendly, energetic when happy or excited, clumsy, insecure, depressed
*3rd POV*
Today the Host Club was full of life, flirt, and happy females as the Hosts entertained the pretty ladies with way too much time on their hands. Bustling with life as usual, the club flourished like it always does and always achieved it's main goal to make every girl happy. Charm and compliments escaped Tamaki Suoh as his ladies blushed a slight pink, girls squealed as Hikaru and Kaoru Hitachiin tended to one another and completed their odd yet appealing act of brotherly love for one another in such a fashion, Takashi Morinozuka wiped off the sweet white icing that lay on Mitsukuni Haninozuka's lips as Honey devoured cake in a way that had ladies swooning and cooing at the adorable scene, and ladies felt giddy yet comfortable as they chatted with the natural Haruhi Fujioka. And what would compliment the loveliness that surrounded the elegant and serene mood better than only some of the best sweets and delicacies that all of Japan has to offer?
Well, this is how their newest and first female of the Ouran High School Host Club, Hotaru Miyoshi, daughter to the heir of the Miyoshi's House of Sweets and Treats, a company well known for their baked goods and delicious treats and candies. It was when Hotaru accidentally broke an entire tea set when bumping into Tamaki Suoh, whom was carrying the tray with the authentic set, due to her clumsiness that she found herself as a member and baker of the Host Club, becoming the first public female in the club. Though they were unsure at first, seeing as she was a permanent transfer student from Lobelia Girls Academy, they seemed to warm up to her at first and even offered her rose color: aqua, for her creativity and wholeness. Hotaru eventually learned about Haruhi's secret, but that only got the two females even closer, becoming best friends in a way. It is 4 months after Hotaru Miyoshi's admission into Ouran Academy and Host Club where this story begins...
*Hotaru's POV*
Wow, I can't believe it's been 4 months since I enrolled in Ouran and joined this strange bunch of hosts in their club, but I couldn't ask for more! I still remember how lonely I was when I first came and how I used to do such... horrible habits when I let these feelings overcome me, but everyone here has been such a big help, especially Haruhi. Ever since she found out of my living conditions with my father, she even offered for me to live with her to stay away from my father's violent grasp. Everyone has accepted me for myself, despite it being due to my clumsiness and a debt I owe (They questioned why my father couldn't help pay the debt, due to his success and large amount of money, but I would never do that unless I wanted to receive nothing more than bruises and cuts), and I am actually happy that I owe this debt, for I would never have met everyone here. Over time, however, I noticed that, despite me loving every single host, I have gained a special kind of attraction for Kyoya Ootori. He is so mysterious and reserved, yet also caring in his own way and even helped me a few times, such as when he prevented me from bumping into any alligators when we went to his family's Tropical Aqua Garden on a field test. He does care about his friends, he just has a very obscure way of showing it...
"Hotaru, we need more cakes. Are you daydreaming again?"
"TARU-CHAN THERE'S NO MORE CAKE! Did you finish making any Taru-chan?!"
I came back from my thoughts as Kyoya-senpai and Honey-senpai walked into the kitchen where I bake, Honey running and giving me a bone-crushing hug as well as his adorable pout and Kyoya walking in casually. I blushed a light red as I realized I lost myself in my thoughts again.
"Oh, I'm sorry guys! I may have dozed off again, but don't worry I had this batch done while I'm working on this last one in the oven."
"Good, because we can't afford to run out of sweets now. The ladies are getting hungry and Honey needs his cake as you can tell."
I glanced down once more at Honey's pout before smiling slightly and walking, with Honey not letting go of my waist and being dragged (luck was on my side since I didn't fall from my clumsy nature), towards the fresh batch that wait to be consumed (mostly by Honey-senpai). At the sight of the cakes, Honey grabbed a cake and happily ate it as I grabbed the rest of them and walked over to the door where Kyoya-senpai stood. We all walked out (more like running happily for Honey-Senpai) as I passed out the cakes while Kyoya continued his work as usual. I gave every host I passed by a wave as I gave them the dessert they were waiting for before heading towards Kyoya's direction.
Kyoya raised his eyebrow at me as I walked over, a single cake on the tray. I grabbed the delicate plate and placed it near his laptop, but not too close. It was a vanilla cake with white frosting and a purple rose made of frosting, surrounded by purple decorations that complimented the cake. I noticed Kyoya glance around, probably looking at the cakes I made for the other hosts, all the same but decorated with their specified rose color, before he glanced at me.
"With all that work you do, you're probably hungry. You should at least snack on something you know."
I walked away before he can tell me he doesn't want it or anything, I know he does and just doesn't want to show it. Why he is so prideful over a simple cake, I don't know. Oh well, I better work on that last batch before the club closes.
*Kyoya's POV*
I looked down at the white and purple cake next to my laptop before glancing back at the now closed door that hides Hotaru from our satisfied customers. Even though I've told her before that I don't want it, she always brings me cake and then I end up eating it anyway. That's become the usual routine now between us during Hosting hours, at least when I'm not checking up on her when she starts dozing off or when we're behind on cakes. Either way, however, I am grateful for her joining the club. The club has gotten more profit from selling her baked goods and has attracted more young ladies to arrive at the Host Club. She has definitely become profitable for the club. Yes, that's why I help her out so much, like back when I didn't let her run into the alligators like those idiots back at on that field test in my family's theme park. The twins have been teasing lately about me and Hotaru, thinking that we have feelings for each other. Those buffoons don't see that it's all just friendship and business for the club's benefit.
Oh well, what can you do? It's the twins here so what else would I expect? Oh well, I believe I better finish up the plans for our trip. Tamaki should be announcing it after the guests leave.
*3rd POV*
After all the guests left, all members of the Host Club gathered together since Tamaki had an announcement to make. Haruhi and Hotaru finished up cleaning the plates and tea cups left scattered around the room and joined the men as Tamaki began to speak, sparkles and roses surrounding him as his charm adds to his announcement.
"Ladies and gentlemen, as you all know, next week will soon mark another year of successfully entertaining our lovely guests in the Host Club! However, as much as we work to make sure that every lady that enters our club leaves happy, there comes a time where we must take a rest so that we may be happy and ready to host once again. So Kyoya and I decided that we take one week off and head to a major resort near Miyakojima, the most popular beach in all of Japan! It will be so much fun to relax and have fun together, won't it Haruhi?"
At this point Tamaki had gone to Haruhi and grabbed her hands as he asked her, the twins heading over to tease them. Meanwhile Hotaru decided to head over to Kyoya to talk to him, but unfortunately, she failed to notice the banana peel that suddenly appeared out of no where.
"Hey Kyoya, so are we really going to-WAH!"
Hotaru slips and trips over, suddenly falling to the ground at a fast speed. Kyoya, noticing immediately, jumps to grab her but ends up getting dragged down with her, and after all the commotion, both open their eyes to find that they are both on the floor, Hotaru on top of Kyoya.
*Hotaru's POV*
Agh, stupid clumsiness! Why can't I ever walk without worrying about tripping over? Anyway, what hap-
...
Oh my gosh I'm on top of Kyoya! I must have dragged him down with me, CURSE YOU CLUMSINESS! I jumped off of him, no doubt glowing red in the face, as I looked away, knowing the silence meant that everyone had stopped their chatter and noticed what happened. I glanced at Kyoya and could have sworn that I saw a hint of pink on his face, but it must have been my imagination because when he turned to us he was that same milky pale color I grew to love. Now I can definitely forget about asking him my question earlier. Oh well.
But hey, I am excited about this trip to Miyakojima! I always wanted to go to that beach, but my father would never take me there, or anywhere for that matter. But now I have a chance! I just have to do something special for them, but what? Hmm... Oh I know what to give! It will be perfect! I can't wait!
*3rd POV*
After the announcement was made, everyone was headed home except Kyoya, of course, since he had to check on some last-minute payments. As Hotaru and Haruhi turned to walk home, the Hitachiin twins noticed and stopped them in their tracks, Hikaru wrapping one arm around Haruhi and Kaoru doing the same to Hotaru.
"Where are you guys going together?"
"I'm going home senpais and Hotaru is coming with me."
"How come Hotaru-"
"Always goes to your house?"
"Seems a bit unfair that she goes more than any of us, doesn't it Kaoru?"
"Yeah, a little unfair Hikaru."
"Well sorry, but we have to do some things."
"Sorry Hikaru-senpai, Kaoru-senpai, maybe another time you can come over to see Haruhi and I."
The girls began to walk off home while the Hitachiin brothers just stared.
"Kaoru, why does she always go to Haruhi's house nowadays? I don't think I've ever seen her go home."
"You're right Hikaru. She goes there everyday now."
"You don't think she's... trying to take Haruhi away do you?"
"No, of course not. She is from Lobelia, but I don't think she's like them."
"Yeah, maybe you're right. But still... there is something going on."
The Hitachiin twins, not saying anything else on the matter, notice their limo arrive as they hop in and head home.
*Hotaru's POV*
Haruhi and I just arrived at her house as I greeted her father when I entered. I decided to ask Haruhi what she thought of my idea, surely she knows the guys better than I do anyway.
"Hey Haruhi, can I ask you something?"
"Yeah, what is it?"
"Well, since you guys did so much for me and stuff, letting me join the club and all, I wanted to give you guys a special kind of surprise."
"Oh really? What do you have in mind?"
"Well, being the daughter of the head of Miyoshi's House of Sweet's and Treats, I do have some skill in baking, so I was thinking of baking my special brownies. It's a secret recipe with a secret ingredient, but I was wondering if you could help me out with it? It may take one whole day to make them, but they will be worth it. I was just wondering if you thought that was a good idea."
"Seems fine to me. I never tried brownies before and maybe the same goes for the other guys. You should do it and of course I will help."
"Thanks Haruhi! You're the best!"
"No problem. Now let me check your arms."
I rolled up my sleeves as Haruhi and I stared at them, old faded scars littering my thin pale arms. None seemed to be fresh or new, so Haruhi dismissed me and I rolled down the sleeves.
"When are you gonna tell them Hotaru?"
"I don't know Haruhi. I'm not sure if I ever will tell them."
"But you saw the twins today. They're starting to wonder why you come here everyday and we can't keep excusing it as sleep overs forever."
"I know. I'll figure something out."
Oh what would I do without Haruhi? I still remember the day when she barged in the bathroom during class time while I was applying my make-up that hid the large bruise on my left cheek. That was the day I told her everything, all my dark secrets. I told her about how ever since my mother and sister died in a devastating car crash while on their way to pick me up, my father cracked and started drinking and beating me all the time. Not only did he abuse me physically, but also verbally, constantly telling me that I ruined his life and that I should be dead instead of them. I remember all the insults, the punching, the kicking, everything weighing me down until I started cutting myself. It was the only way to relieve myself from the pain since I didn't have any friends in Lobelia (they all though I was weird for not liking those three women whose names I never cared to learn. I do remember one of them, the leader I believe, wanted to kiss me to help "wake me up" but I always refused). I always wore my sister's aqua jacket, the only thing I have left of her now, to hide my scars and applied make-up to hide ones on my face. I eventually started roaming around the area for shelter, sometimes taking days, but I usually failed and returned home, where I would take another beating from my father.
Haruhi caught me that day, however, and she wouldn't let me leave the bathroom until I explained. Haruhi may seem calm and collected, but I guess even she has a stubborn side. I spilled everything to her and even showed her my scars, I was in a deep depression then and didn't care anymore at that point. After that, I remember apologizing for having to worry her now with my problems, but she instead agreed to help me and even let me start living with her and her father, who was also very kind. We headed off to the Host Club that day, where I had my first genuine smile in a long time. Ever since, I had grown to love these people as more than just friends, but family. Haruhi was like a mother, always checking on my arms to make sure I hadn't cut myself and looking out for me when I needed it. Tamaki was, of course, the loving goofy father who always looked out for his family and cared for everyone's well being. The Hitachiin Twins were like brothers to me, always pulling mischievous pranks and still learning themselves about friendship. Honey-senpai was like the younger brother, always eating sweets and being so happy and innocent, while Mori-senpai was like the oldest brother, looking out for everyone and ready to protect them when needed.
Then there was Kyoya... Oh Kyoya, how did you manage to steal my heart? It seems hopeless though, I don't think he even likes me in that kind of way. Oh well, there is always my dreams to look forward to...
So after Haruhi and I discussed with her father about the trip, whom agreed to it, we all ate dinner together as we both headed to bed.
-1 Week Later-
*3rd POV*
"Wow, we're actually here!"
The Host club hopped off the private plane (courtesy of the Ootori family) as they reach the resort that they will be staying at. As they enter the resort, the Hitachiin Twins, Tamaki, and Honey gaze and look around at the place. Hotaru, looking around in wonder and joy, doesn't realize that the person in front of her stops and ends up walking into their back. Bumping her nose on the person's back, she holds her left hand over it as she looks up to see none other than Kyoya, who turned his head to see who bumped into him.
"Oh, I'm sorry Kyoya! I wasn't looking where I was going and I, you see, um..."
"Hmph, don't worry about it, just watch where you're walking. Wouldn't want to hurt yourself."
As Kyoya left to speak to the employees at the front of the resort, Hotaru couldn't help but blush a little at his last comment.
*Horatu's POV*
Did he just tell me not to hurt myself? Does he care if I get hurt? No, he probably just doesn't want me making a fool of myself in public. I can't blame him, I am clumsy and that could probably ruin the reputation that this club needs to hold. Although... after looking at how everyone is acting... I don't think that will help much anyway.
*3rd POV*
After Kyoya signed everyone in, he announced that there are a total of 4 rooms, 2 people per room to share, and asked who would like to share rooms. Just as Tamaki was about to speak, no doubt wanting to share with Haruhi, Haruhi spoke up for him.
"I'll share rooms with Hotaru."
That caused Tamaki to go into shock, and next thing you know, he's growing mushrooms in his depression corner. You could also hear a mumble here and there, something about why Hotaru get's to share rooms with his daughter and whatnot. Before anyone could say anything, Hotaru spoke up.
"Tamaki, it makes sense though. We are the only two girls and it would be kind of weird to share rooms with a guy."
"Yeah boss, are you saying-"
"You want Haruhi to sleep with a guy?"
"What a pervert."
These words from the twins brough Tamaki out of his corner as he sprang up to them.
"I AM NOT A PERVERT! DADDY JUST WANTS TO MAKE SURE ONE OF HIS DAUGHTERS ARE SAFE! However, Hotaru does have a point so I'll share with you instead, Kyoya."
"Sounds like a plan then."
The twins took another room, which left the last room to Honey and Mori to share. They all went in the elevator, where there was plenty of space for them, as they reached the 4th floor and found their designated rooms. Hotaru and Haruhi's room was next door to Tamaki and Kyoya's room and across from the Hitachiins' room. As Hotaru and Haruhi began unpacking for the week, Haruhi noticed Hotaru pull out a bottle containing a brown liquid inside. Curious, Haruhi questions the bottle.
"Oh, this thing? It's my secret ingredient for the brownies we're gonna make! I made it myself before I moved in with you and I always bring it everywhere with me!"
"You bring that EVERYWHERE with you?"
"... Don't judge me, nobody's perfect."
We shared a laugh at that last comment and chatted away as we finished unpacking.
*Hotaru's POV*
"Haruhi, you ready to do some baking tomorrow?"
"Yeah, it's going to take the whole day right?"
"That's right. That's how they come out perfect! I know some people may find it weird that it takes an entire day but trust me it will taste great! But I hope the boys won't mind with you being gone the whole day."
"Oh they'll be fine, trust me. I need a break from the usual randomness anyway."
"Haha, true I guess. Besides we have an entire week to deal with those knuckleheads. Alright, we should probably go out and get ingredients first!"
"Ok then let's go."
After Haruhi and I got dressed and ready, with cash on us (I managed to sneak a small amount from my dad before I moved in with Haruhi), we left our room only to bump into Tamaki-senpai. He saw us ready and began asking where we were going.
"Oh, we're heading out to go shopping."
"Oh shoppng! Would I be able to accompany my daughters on this lovely shopping trip?"
"I'm sorry Tamaki-senpai, but I'm afraid Haruhi and I must go alone! But don't worry, we'll be just fine! Come on Haruhi, let's go!"
I started dragging Haruhi away, but if I had looked back I would have seen Tamaki's slightly pained look as he headed back in his room to gloom in his depressing corner.
*Tamaki's POV*
I just don't understand it. We're supposed to be here to spend time together, every single one of us, but Haruhi and Hotaru decide to go alone without us anywhere. They've been together a lot lately, I'm not that dumb not to notice their everyday walks to Haruhi's house and how they're always together during lunch. I understand that they're girls, but we agreed that we would all be together to celebrate the annual anniversary of this Host Club. Sometimes I wonder about Hotaru... she is from Lobelia after all...
"Tamaki, please don't grow mushrooms in the room, we would have to pay extra for adding fungus in their resort."
"Sorry Kyoya, I was just thinking... do you think that Hotaru and Haruhi have been spending a lot of time together?"
"Of course they do. They always go to Haruhi's house everyday and even go out grocery shopping, to the mall sometimes, and even spend time together at school. If anything, she spends time with Haruhi more than any of us."
"What?! But Mommy that's not fair! I want to spend time with my precious daughter too and Hotaru's from Lobelia! What if she is secretly working with those 3 girls who tried to take Haruhi away last time?! What if-"
"Tamaki I think you're over-analyzing the situation. You shouldn't worry about what those two are doing and you shouldn't let the fact that they spend time together get to you."
"... Maybe you're right. I should trust Hotaru more, after all she is my daughter now too! Thanks Mommy, you always know how to set things straight!"
I glomped Kyoya and rubbed my cheek on his to show how happy I was, even though he had a disgusted look etched on his face... kind of reminds me of our days in middle school together. The thought of Hotaru working for that school is absurd now that I think about it, she doesn't seem fond of that school anyway. Everytime we mention it, she seems to flinch in disgust and horror, but whenever we ask her, she always pushes the subject aside and changes to another topic. It's strange, but when it comes to that school, maybe some things are left forgotten...
"Alright, I say we all head down to the breakfast hall to eat and then start our day! Haruhi and Hotaru should be back by the time we start heading out to Miyakojima!"
Yes, soon my daughters will join us and we will all have a blast together! It will be perfect!
*3rd POV*
"So, now that we have all the ingredients, we should start heading back, don't you think Haruhi?"
"Yeah, that way we can bake this already and spend time with the boys. It is the annual anniversary after all and they would find it suspicious that we spend all day baking these brownies already."
"True, but perfection takes time with my special recipe and I want it to be perfect!"
We were walking back to the hotel since it was walking distance from the grocery store. Going there to shop for food with Haruhi has turned into a relaxing hobby of mine now, which definitely helps distract my mind from my darker thoughts and bad habits of mine. Though Haruhi doesn't seem fond with the boys sometimes, I know deep down she cares about them just as much as I do, otherwise she wouldn't have agreed to help me in the first place.
"Say, Hotaru? I have a question to ask you."
"Yeah, what is it?"
"I'm curious. Do you like Kyoya-senpai?"
Well... that stopped me in my tracks. No, literally, I stopped right there so that I could avoid tripping over while walking and talking about him. Even a simple act like walking while talking about Kyoya is a dangerous thing for me to do, considering my clumsy nature (especially when he's in mind! Oh the struggle of having a crush!) I felt my face go slightly warm, so I knew I was blushing a light pink, but I tried to deny it and shook my head to say no.
"N-no of course not! He's a really... good..."
Oh no she's giving me THAT face! The one that she uses when she knows that I'm lying... I can't handle it-NO, stay strong, you can do this Hotaru!
"..."
"..."
"... FINE, yes I like Kyoya-senpai!"
Darn it, I can never hold my ground with that look! It's just like the look Kyoya gives me when he knows I'm lying about daydreaming during work hours!
"Hey, you don't have to lie to me. I had a feeling you did, I just wanted to confirm it. You should probably tell him though-"
"WHAT?! And ruin whatever friendship we have, NO WAY! It's too risky Haruhi! Besides what about you and Tamaki?!"
"What, I don't like Tamaki?!"
It was so obvious that she did, and Tamaki was even more obvious than her with his feelings for her, but they were both just as oblivious. This is why I don't get angry whenever he "chooses" his other daughter over me in some cases (the twins tease about how he prefers Haruhi over me and that he's a horrible father or somethings like that), because I already know it's more than a father-daughter relationship... they are just too blind to see it. Oh Haruhi, if only you knew what everyone else in the club knew...
"Whatever, Haruhi. Let's head back so we can get started on these brownies! I can't wait to see their faces!"
"Yeah, let's go."
*Haruhi's POV*
By the time Hotaru and I came back from the market, it was already 12:00 in the afternoon. Hotaru left to go get permission from the chefs and bakers of this resort to use their kitchen to make those brownies for the Host Club (and I'm sure she will once she tells them who she is, being the daughter of one of the most famous baking companies in all of Japan). I was gathering all the stuff when I heard a knock on our door. I had to hide the bags quickly or the surprise would be spoiled! I barely managed to hide them under the bed (very original idea -_-') when I saw Kyoya walk in.
"Hello Haruhi, I hope I'm not interrupting anything?"
"No Senpai, just getting ready."
"Ready for what? And where's Hotaru?"
"Oh Hotaru is in the bathroom and we're gonna head out for a while."
"Oh, I see..."
"Senpai... why exactly are you asking about Hotaru?"
"Oh, well, I needed her opinion on something but that's fine I'll ask later."
That's funny, I could have sworn I heard a bit of a disappointed tone in his voice, but when I looked to face him his face was as straight and emotionless as ever. Honestly, I don't know what Hotaru sees in him? He's a good friend and all, but to have a crush on the Shadow King himself... oh well, I won't judge.
"Alright, well I better go inform the others about your absence then. Meet up with us in the pool when you're done."
"We will, don't worry."
And with that Kyoya left the room. I didn't even realize how tense I was until he left the room, he always gets me like that when I'm hiding something. Oh well, I better bring this stuff to Hotaru.
*Kyoya's POV*
So Hotaru and Haruhi are missing out on more time with the club. What a shame, I was hoping to spend more time with Hotaru. AND Haruhi! Her too of course! ... Oh, who am I kidding? It's like what I told Kaoru back at Karuizawa: Our club is full of idiots... and I may be one of the biggest ones. Why bother lying to myself anyway, it wouldn't benefit myself in any way possible? I do like Hotaru, it explains why I always try to "bump" into her during Host Club hours and why I feel disappointed that she won't be joining us now. I know I need to tell her soon, but of course I'm nervous. I may be the Shadow King, but even I feel scared sometimes and this would definitely be one of those times. Confessing to someone you like and then to be rejected is just an experience that I'm nervous to face, especially with someone I care so much about.
Ah, love is truly a difficult emotion.
I went over to the others, who were at the pool, and told them the news of Haruhi and Hotaru. They seemed somewhat disappointed for I'm sure they wanted to spend this week together, but it is a vacation and they are obliged to do what they want in their spare time. I decided to sit by the pool and write in my little black book while the others continued playing in the pool.
*Tamaki's POV*
Haruhi's... not coming? And Hotaru's with her? Why do they keep making plans together without us, aren't we supposed to be together to celebrate?! Why does Haruhi keep choosing Hotaru over us? I'm not sure anymore...
I notice the twins coming in my direction, but I don't think I want to deal with their crazy antics right now. I did notice that they dropped their water guns, which they were using previously to douse me in chlorinated water, but you never know when it comes to these two.
"Guys, I'm not in the mood to deal with your usual pranks and shenanigans."
"We know that you're upset about Haruhi and Hotaru boss."
"Yeah, trust us, we feel the same way."
"What do you two mean?"
"Haruhi's been spending so much time with Hotaru and now she isn't even here to celebrate the anniversary with us!"
"It's like Hotaru's taking Haruhi away from us."
"No, but that's asurd. Hotaru would never-"
"Isn't Hotaru from Lobelia?"
"Yeah and you saw how that went last time with those three girls from there. What if..."
"... What if Hotaru's working for them and trying to convince Haruhi to leave Ouran?"
The thought that Hotaru, my other daughter, would really be doing something so sneaky and devious was just nuts, there was no way she would do that... right?
"Men, let's not jump to conclusions-"
"Boss, haven't you noticed how she hasn't said anything about herself, her experience at Lobelia, even her family!"
"Yeah, seh even visits Haruhi everyday, it's like as if she's living there!"
We were so deep in this conversation, trying to figure out what's going on, when Honey-senpai came in, small tears in his eyes, as he tugged on my shorts lightly to get my attention. When I looked down, the sight of his face pained me.
"Tama-chan, where is Haru-chan and Taru-chan?"
And that did it. Ever since Hotaru came, Haruhi has been distancing from us and going to Hotaru! Hotaru may be a girl like her, but we're her friends and we knew her first and now, out of no where, a girl from Lobelia came and started to take Haruhi away from us? It just seemed to suspicious, maybe Hotaru WAS working for the Lobelia girls after all! In this rate, it doesn't seem like we can risk it anymore, but what can we do?
"I don't know Honey-senpai."
As Honey walked away, I discussed with the twins with what we can do about Hotaru. I would speak to Kyoya, seeing as he is the sensible one here, but even I can tell that Kyoya has feelings for Hotaru so his opinion suddenly seems invalid since he would find some way to let her stay (especially with him being the Shadow King and all). So now I only have the twins to depend on in this situation, but how bad can it-
"Maybe she should leave?"
I didn't even realize they were talking until I head those words escape Hikaru's mouth. I looked up at the two, who were obviously deep in thought and wondering if this was the best decision.
"But she is our friend too, you guys. Maybe we should think of something else."
"And risk her taking Haruhi away from us? I know it will be hard since we have become friends but... what if she is working for Lobelia? We can't risk it! She has to go!"
"Maybe... maybe Hikaru's right boss. Maybe it's for the best. Hotaru can find some new friends so she won't depend on Haruhi all the time. Not only that, but I barely ever see her go home. She could start going home and spend time with her family more, whoever they are."
"... Do you really think that's what's best?"
"Yeah, it just seems like the only option right now. We can't think of anything else."
"... ok then, I'll tell her this afternoon. The sooner we tell her, the better. As President of this Host Club, I will be the one to discharge her from her duties as baker of this host club."
The three then dispersed, the twins going to do their own thing while I stayed deep in thought. Is this really the best decision that we can make? With what the twins told me, maybe it's best for everyone, including Hotaru. I just hope my daughter-I mean, Hotaru understands. We don't want to hurt her, but... how do we know we can trust her? She's hiding so much from us. Maybe this is best...
