This is my first FanFiction story about the Ouran High School Host Club. This story takes place in an Alternate Universe where Haruhi Fujioka never attended Ouran Academy and joined the Host Club, but instead a 15 year old boy named; Makoto Himura, who joins and takes a turn in Host Club history in this lost story of Ouran High School Host Club. I wrote the story in playwriting/screen writing form, to give it that taste of it coming straight from the Anime series and sound like a lost chapter in the Host Club. Enjoy.
"Only those with excellent social standing or those who come from filthy rich families are lucky enough to spend their time here at the private elite school Ouran Academy. The Ouran Host Club is where the school's most handsomest boys with too much times on their hands, entertaining young ladies who also have way too much time on their hands. Just think of it as Ouran Academy elegant playground for the superrich and beautiful." – Tamaki Suoh
It's a stormy night, the rain just pours down and the streets are empty. There are no cars in the streets, no people walking; all is silent. In the distance, you hear the sound of footsteps. Someone is running. A young boy, around the age of 15. Wearing some school clothes; that has seen better days. Behind this young boy; are dogs barking and two men. He is running down one street to another, dodging from one place to another, running from whatever is chasing him.
After running for many miles, in the middle of nowhere, he reaches a tall black fence, with the abbreviated letters: OR. Upon examining the front gate, he is unaware of what it stands for. Suddenly, the two men are closing in on his location and are gaining up from behind. The boy quickly hops the fence, and runs towards the buildings.
The buildings appear to be a school, maybe a high school. After finding a great place to enter, he breaks in to the building. He runs from hallway to hallway; from room to room trying to find a hiding place. And then reaching the top floor of the South Building, and reaches the end of the north hallway. He places his hands on two large double doors and catches his breath. He looks up and a sign with the words "Music Room 3" appear. He sees lights coming from behind him, and low pitched noises of doors opening and closing. Making a quick decision: "Well, I guess I can hide in here." he says, "No one will ever look in a music room." He goes to get out a pit-pocket kit and picks the lock. Time is precious as the noise gets closer and closer. Once he has picked the lock, he hurried inside and locks the door. Looking for a place to hide, he looked a closet and ruses for it. He hears noises outside:
Goon 1: I think he went in here, should go-
Goon 2: Are you serious, no one hides in a Music Room. Let's move on.
Goon 1: Got it.
Makoto hears the noises dissipate in the background. He turns around in the music room with relief. He turns on the switch, and sees a lite room and rows and rows of cosplay outfits. With the "school girl" within in, he runs around and observing every outfit; but that is for another time.
The next morning, Makoto wakes up to being caged in the middle of the room. He gets up only to hit something metal. He drops back down in pain and starts rubbing his head. After observing his surroundings, he sees a pink stuffed rabbit sitting on a chair. And behind the rabbit, was the looking's of a small boy, in a school uniform.
Hn: Oh, he's awake.
Hikaru and Karou are around the back of the cage, on Makoto's left side.
H&K: Well, it's about time.
M: What? Who are you? What's going on? Why am I locked up in this cage?
Kyoya is in the front of the cage on the right side of Makoto. His is carrying his black clipboard and writing his observations in it.
Ky: That will be answered later. So, what is a commoner like you doing in a private school like ours?
M: Private school? And who are you calling a commoner?
H&K: Should we give him a beating?
Ky: That's not necessary.
H: Why not?
K: He broke into our club room.
Ky: There is probably a good explanation for this. But right now, we have to focus on what we have here. We have a little commoner who has broken into a highly secured private school, which happens to also be a business. You legally broke the law in many ways in which we can press charges on you, Mr. Himura.
M: You're not serious, right?
H&K: He's serious.
Ky: My family, and all the other families here have enough money to put you in your place. But we are not like that.
Tamaki appears in front of the cage, in between Kyoya and Honey & Mori.
T: Kyoya, stop scaring our unexpected guest.
M: Who are you?
T: Allow me to introduce myself, my name is Tamaki Suoh. You already met Honey-Sempai and behind him, standing behind the chair is Mori-Sempai. Over in the corner are Hikaru and Karou, and lastly on my right, is Kyoya. And this is our Host Club.
M: Host Club?
T: Yes, and I am the King of the Host Club. (Tamaki's Fantasy) There were many rulers throughout generations, kings live for a lifetime. As the King of the Host Club, I have all the power any man wished of having. With my good looks, I am truly amazing!
M: You don't look like a king.
T: Looks could be deceiving, but if you believe I am, I am a king!
M: You're crazy.
Tamaki gets cultured-shocked (In any way that you can think of) and goes to a corner and cries. Honey-Sempai goes over to comfort Tamaki.
Hn: Awe, Tama-chan.
M: And I do not even know why you are considered a Host Club. I don't even know what you do?
Ky: Well, you see. Here in the Host Club our policy is to use our individual personality traits to meet the customers' needs. For example, there's Tamaki; the Princely type. There's the strong and silent type. The boy-Lolita type. The little-devil type. And the cool type. It's all about variety.
M: I don't see the point of that.
T: Oh, my little boy, you have so much to learn. Here in the Club we entertain ladies who have way too much time on their hands. We created this club to use our good looks to help every girls needs
M: I'm only 15. And weren't you just by the corner?
Ky: Now the question remains Mr. Himura, what to do with you, since you did break into a highly private school after all. It would be interesting for the police to hear about this.
M: Wait? How do you know my name?
Ky: That's not what is concerning. You have committed a federal crime, and there should be an action to your action. The footage that I have on the wreckage and everything else you did.
T: We could do that, but I think we could use him in the club.
H: But boss? For all we know-
K: -he could also be a thief.
M: I'm not a thief?!
Hn: How about some cake?
M: Umm…isn't cake mostly for birthdays and for dessert?
T: It is also a custom to give it to our guests, as treats while spending their time here. Then again, I think we could definitely use him here in the club, but what could we do with him?
Hikaru and Karou are by the cosplay closet. They are observing all of the outfits they have and they notice they are patched and repaired. There are even some new outfits made in the one corner, some experimental ones.
H: Well, he did work on our cosplays in the closet.
K: They are as good as our mothers.
H: Hey, this one's in wrapped in plastic-
Makoto leans on the cage bars, facing the direction where Hikaru and Karou are. He is trying to reach for them, but then realizes that he is still locked in the cage.
M: Hey, that's private!
T: I have an idea!
Hn: What's up Tama-chan?
T: How about this? Since you helped us with our outfits, we will put you through a test. If you pass three tests, you will be a part of our Club.
Ky: Tamaki?
T: Kyoya, don't you see, we have an opportunity to expand our club with our new member to expand our horizons.
M: Is he always like this?
H&K: All the time.
T: So as of today, you are the Host Club Servant.
M: What?
H&K: And we have the best outfit for you!
Inside the plastic wrap, is a maid's outfit.
Host Club is Open for Business:
G1: Tamaki, what's your favorite color?
T: Favorite color, why red of course; symbolizing my heart in which belongs to you, my dear.
G1: Oh, Tamaki.
G2 & G3: Oh, he's so dreamy!
Makoto walks by Tamaki with a cart with a tea kettle, tea cups with the tea cup saucers, and plates with slices of cake. There are all various kinds of cakes: vanilla, chocolate, etc. Makoto is wearing a waiter's outfit. The basic suit, (it sounds better than wearing the maids outfit, am I right?).
M: Wow, and they all are into this guy? It seems weird.
H: So ladies, we have a waiter here in the club today. He can get you anything you want.
G4: Oh, I don't know.
K: Hey, Chives come here.
M: Sigh. I'm coming.
Makoto walks over to Hikaru and Karou.
M: And what's with the Chives thing?
H: Oh, that was a cheesy move Karou.
K: But Hikaru, you told me to do that.
H: Oh Karou, will you ever learn. You know that you shouldn't be that rude to other people.
K: But Hikaru!
Hikaru puts his finger on his lips. Karou hesitates.
H: Shhh, Karou.
G4 & G5: Oh my, brotherly love! I've never seen so much love!
M: You call that brotherly love?
While observing from a far, Kyoya and Tamaki are talking about Makoto. It is the usual, Kyoya is trying to make his point while Tamaki; is just being Tamaki.
Ky: Tamaki, why did you bring Makoto into this? This has nothing to gain for me.
T: But I told you, it can help broaden our horizons.
Ky: But that doesn't explain why we have to give him a test. And based on his attitude towards us, I'm not even sure why you insist of keeping him here.
T: I think he can be a great asset to the club. We could use a new member to freshen things up. And the customers find him something.
Makoto happens to stumble by where Tamaki and Kyoya are. Makoto is in a state of tiredness from pushing the cart of sweets on it.
T: Oh speak of the devil. How are you enjoying the club, little rookie?
M: You mean being your personal butler? Um, I don't know, let me think on that…no. And why do I have to wear this outfit?
H&K: Its part of the reason you are here.
H: And besides—
K: The ladies love the outfit.
Ky: And this was Tamaki's' idea. You should be grateful that he didn't leave you in my hands. But at is another story.
M: (Muttering to himself) "Why is he so heartless?"
We now see Honey and Mori enter the room, Honey is on Mori's back, with Usa-chan in his hands. He climbs off him. He appears to be tired, probably just waking up from a nap.
Hn: Hello ladies.
G6: Hey Honey, Hey Mori.
Hn: Sorry we are late, I was waiting for Takashi to finish is kendo meeting and I feel asleep. And I'm still not fully awake.
G6, G7, & G8: Soooooooooooooo Cute!
M: How is he even a 3rd year student?
H&K: No one ever knows.
H: No one has thought to ask really.
K: Well commoners like you, that is.
M: What with this whole commoner thing?
Honey randomly appears right in front of Makoto.
Hn: Mako-chan!
He jumps for a hug and latches on to Makoto.
Hn: Hey Mako-chan, can I have some cake?
M: Why?
Hn: Because I love cake!
M: Um, sure, which one do you want?
T&H&K: No, Don't ask him that!
Hn: What do we have today?
M: Um…whatever we have on the cart?
Hn: Hmmm. I will take all of them!
He pushes Makoto out of the way and pushes the cart of sweets towards his table. He pauses for a second, and walks back to Makoto, who is busy getting up from being pushed to Honey-Senpai.
Hn: Hey, would you like to hold Usa-chan for me?
M: Um, I have nowhere to put him.
After pondering on what to do with Usa-chan. He takes Usa-chan out of Honey's hands and put him in a piggy-back position on his neck and back.
M: How about this?
Honey was amazed on Makoto did. All of the girls were watching this display and are adoring what Makoto did and are showing 'moe' for Honey and Makoto. It is shown that Makoto passed the first test; entertaining the needs of the guest; meaning to the customers, but more importantly Honey-Sempai. It should be noted that he actually he passed two test, since he is wearing the waiters outfit, he looks good in it, hinting that he could have the look down, as long has he uses it to his advantage.
T: My star pupil is almost there, all he needs to pass one more test.
Ky: And what would that be?
Tamaki blanks out for a second.
T: Um.
Ky: Moron.
H&K: How much time does he have left?
Ky: I can say about little less than an hour left until closing time.
It's been forty-five minutes since we last saw anything happen. Tamaki is starting to panic and is pacing back-and-forth. Slowly observing to see if anything happens with Makoto.
H: Hey boss, why don't you calm down for a minute?
K: Yea, he could make it in time.
Ky: I doubt it.
T: You're not helping Kyoya.
Ky: I'm just stating the facts. He hasn't done anything in the past forty-five minutes.
H: But so far he has shown improvement since earlier today.
Hn: He even helped Usa-chan get a piggy-back right, right?
Mo: Yea.
K: I'm not sure that what he has meant Honey-Sempai.
T: He has to pass.
Ky: What makes you sure that he will do it on time?
T: I just know it.
Ky: Unless some miracle happens, I don't think so.
As Tamaki observes Makoto's every move as he continues his job as a 'waiter'. All of a sudden we see a guest accidentally spilling some tea on the floor. A second later, we see a guest heading towards that spilled tea. One of the girls reaches out to her to watch out. Not responding to the warning, she slips and starts to fall on her back. Time slows down during this sequence and we do not know what will happen next. Everyone is in a sheer panic to try to save the guest as she slowly falls backwards to hit the floor. Then in a flash, Makoto springs into action, and boldly catches this girl just before she falls to the ground. There was lots of sparkles (and other romantic, un-expecting things that would be there). Tamaki is stunned at what just happened, and the other host club members are in sheer panic. All of the guests are waiting for what's going to happen next. With nothing prepared to tell the princess, he starts off-
M: Princess, please do not scare me like that. You have to be more careful with yourself. (As he goes for her cheeks, and places his finger on her lips before she speaks) For now on, pay close attention to me, and I will promise, I will let nothing happen to you.
The girl starts blushing like crazy, and all of the girls "moe" senses go into overdrive for the magical performance. It was at that moment, when Makoto passes all three tests. Kyoya is impressed with Makoto's improvising. But will he do the same thing again?
Business Hours are Closed:
After closing the doors, Makoto turns around and sees, Tamaki, still standing in the same position and facial reaction from fifteen minutes ago. After coming to the conclusion, he puts his head down with hesitation. He snaps his fingers.
T: Hikaru. Karou.
They rush behind him in attention.
H&K: Got it.
Hikaru and Karou rush to grab Makoto, and rush him into the changing room. Makoto is confused on what just happened to him. Hikaru and Karou forcefully help him change into the Ouran school uniform.
A few minutes later, and Makoto comes out of the changing room. He adjusting his school uniform, to make sure it's a perfect fit.
M: Um Tamaki-Senpai, why was I forced into this uniform? I could have done this myself, you know.
T: OMG, you look so adorable. See gentlemen, I told you he will work.
M: What do you mean?
T: It means you passed my test. Starting today, you are an official member of the Host Club. I will personally train you to be a full-fledge Host.
M: You want me to be a Host?
Hn: Yea, Mako-chan. We all do.
M: Well, I could get used to this. But first…
H&K: What are you doing?
M: You will see.
Makoto runs back into the changing room, then dashes into the cosplay closet. He returns with a wardrobe change. His appearance changed from a traditional school uniform look, to a more of a late Victorian era outfit. With a Mad Hatter style hat with the logo of the school on the side of the hat, wearing a button down shirt with the black and purple tie. Edited the Ouran jacket, into a trench coat, and kept the black dress pants and dress shoes. Tamaki is jaw dropped shocked, along with Hikaru and Karou.
M: Well, what do you guys think?
H&K: That's awesome! Way to go!
T: What did you do to the uniform?
M: This was my private project I was working on before. Hikaru and Karou mentioned it earlier today, but I didn't want you to see it. I thought the original outfit could use an upgrade and give myself a new and interesting look.
H: Wait? So you knew-
K: That you would get in?
M: Yes. The look on Tamaki's face told me that I would get in. And the spill was kind-of planned.
T: What? Why would you do this?
M: I think that if I am going to be a part of this club, I need to make an image of myself. Doing something like that is a sure-fire way to get people to come back. And possibly come to see me.
Ky: That may be true, but how will that work with going to class?
M: …Going to class?
Ky:…And I do not know if you want to know how much money you just used to create this and how you will be repaying that to the club. As to your stunt today, that could have gone in many different ways, and I am shocked that you boldly did that when you could have jeopardized our club. Though, I do not know if you will have that chance again to do something daring and have it be successful.
T: That is enough Kyoya. We will go over this whole, but we shall start tomorrow after class.
Ky: You do realize, he doesn't go to school here, right?
Tamaki freezes, and turns to Kyoya.
T: What?
Kyoya opens his black binder to look at his notes and scrolls down the paper for the files on Makoto.
Ky: Yea, according to my records: he is also a high school drop-out.
H&K: Shouldn't you have said something sooner?
Ky: I wanted to see how far Tamaki would go before he asked me. And according to the rules: Every member of the club, whether it's the board members, and/or our guests have to be attending classes here at the Academy. Since he is not a part of the school, he cannot be a host here.
Tamaki gets cultured shocked and heads to the corner. Honey-Sempai goes and tries to comfort Tamaki in the realization that in order to keep Makoto, he needs to get him in the school. But how?
-To be Continued-
