Author's Note:This is a Tamaki x Original Character romance fiction. However, do not be too put off from this story because I honestly tried my best for this, and I would gladly appreciate any thoughts or comments you may have for this story. Thanks for listening to this writer's rambling and I hope you enjoy it.

Disclaimer: I obviously don't own Ouran High Host Club. In fact, I don't even think I own the original character. She's a real person and no one can own her.

Dedication: This is dedicated to you M.B.

With every fiber of my being, I love you. You're the reason why I gained the courage to write and publish for others to see. For the past two years or so, you've virtually made me the happiest boy alive. Sure we may have had our ups and downs, but we always managed to push through it all. I don't blame you for what happened, and it was unfortunate that circumstances has split us apart both mentally and physically. You're the light of my life, and right now, the light is slowly being distinguished. However, I dedicate this story to you as a token of our love and a hope that perhaps we could become happier in the future whether we are together or not. In the end though, there is nothing more precious than what we had and for that, I am eternally grateful for all the wonderful memories we shared.

Last Minute Coffee

I sighed miserably; small tears forming in my eyes causing my vision to be blurred. Life wasn't as grand as I expected it to be, and I just realized that the world isn't as beautiful and wonderful as I always describe it to many of the beautiful princesses at the Host Club. My princely skin rubbed my eyes to clear away the droplets of salty water. I wasn't in the best of moods. My first love, sadly, and regretfully, had ended. My head was always filled with grandeur visions of a darling princess I would sweep into my arms and whisper sweet nothings into her ear as we lay in a large bed cuddling together in warmth.

I thought that princess would have been Haruhi. My beautiful and intelligent daughter chose her cunning mother rather than her sweet, passionate, beautiful, handsome, and wonderful papa! I was devastated. They were, in a sense, been secretly going out for such a long time! I thought when I first heard it that it was just another of Kyoya's schemes. Of course, I became irrational and soon accused that mama had placed a huge debt over my darling daughter's head and forced her to succumb to his horrible and ravishing wiles!

Sadly, that was not it. I was wrong. I watched them interact for the past few weeks, and I could not help but stare at my two best friends. Their eyes always lit up with joy and, dare I say it, love. It especially surprised me in Kyoya. There were different ways of happiness he expressed. There was the sly glint in his eyes when he achieved a victory through the use of his intelligence, and there were that genuine smile that he always brings up around Haruhi. Even as his best friend, I seldom managed to bring that one smile out. From constantly seeing that one smile, I knew I was defeated. I dare not attempt to bring these two apart.

It was already after club activities and I was the first to leave, something I have been doing a lot for the past few weeks or so. They shared their little secret with the rest of the Host Club weeks prior. Hikaru was fuming; and like I, the sounds of a shattered heart resonated immensely. Kaoru was more understanding; he wished them well, and attempted to comfort his twin. Hunny-senpai cheered the two on as Mori-senpai acknowledged their relationship with silent acceptance. I like to reiterate that I am truly happy for them, but…I am still sad.

I denied my chauffeur from driving me home today. I decided to take a small little walk close to the school and that I would call him when I was ready. It helped clear my mind and as I was astonished by the little commoner interactions they had on the fair streets. An old lady and old man were sitting next to one another on a bus stop bench, cuddling each other for warmth. What great commoner wisdom possessed! I would have brought my own personal mini-heater! I had passed by a store and noticed that an amazing trinket necklace was only for a few yen! It was amazing!

However, the weather was still chilly despite my attire of my uniform, coat, gloves, and scarf. Fresh snow had fallen this afternoon, and the world once again became beautiful thanks to the endless snow that covered the landscape. Its white color showed off the purity that it so displayed. It was filled with grace, and although it brought nothing but a freezing temperature, it warmed my mending my heart at its natural beauty. I sighed regrettably; the 'natural beauty' I admired reminded me once again of Haruhi. However, knowing that she was happy comforted me slightly, and that it was my best friend that was doing so no less! Those two deserved one another…

I looked up as I stopped in front of a small coffee shop. It wasn't exactly big. In fact, it was rather small than your average Starbucks (We had visited one before on a Commoner Investigation Trip!). It seemed like it was a family owned business, and it appeared that it was still open. The sun was already setting and night was about to set. Curiosity got the better of me as I reached forward and pushed through the door. I was instantly welcomed by the building's heater, but what made it better was how the interior was!

It was unlike your average Starbucks! When I walk into one, I get the subconscious urgency to leave as soon as I drink. However, the coffee shop that I had just entered was more than that. It wasn't static or commercial; it was more homely and comfortable. My body relaxed by the dim lighting and the brown-colored walls. Furniture was in one corner with a few magazine racks near them, Haruhi once told me that's where people could relax with their coffee while reading some magazines or a newspaper. A few square tables were partially spread out along with two seats that were with them. There was a long counter and behind it were the register and coffee machines.

However, standing in the middle of the place wearing but an apron was a girl. She was shorter than I, but the lovely lady was well about average height for Japanese women at 5'3. She had a slim figure, and had thin arms. Her skin was a beautiful shade of light peach and her eyes were sharp. She had long, wavy, brown hair that flowed freely a few inches past her shoulders. Despite all these characteristics, what struck me in awe the most was her deep, blue eyes. Her creamy complexion and her dark hair really brought those azure orbs out. Unfortunately, it also caused me to gawk at her in surprise with her eyes. Was she a foreigner? She was beau-

"Can I help you?" The girl asked impatiently and slowly. Her eyes scanned over me, probably just as confused as I was at each other's appearances.

"I…uuhhh…" I muttered unintelligently as I avoided her gaze and begin scratching the back of my head. I was caught red-handed at my staring and I couldn't but react awkwardly! But how I could not? She was a beautiful princess just like the rest of the ladies that came to the host club! I regained my composure and I gave her one of my fabulous host smiles that would surely dazzle her! I took a few steps forward, something that was easily accomplishable with my long stride. Immediately I was at her, leaning forward low to get a good glimpse at her face. Once again, those blue eyes shock me. However, that did not deter me as I reply to her, "Well, I came for a wonderful cup of coffee. But with such a beautiful princess around, why don't you accompany me?"

The girl's eyes widened in surprised at the words I had said. Now, she would now squeal over me as she wraps her slim arms around me and call me a handsome prince! Ah, to be young and beautiful like I, no woman is not able to resist me for I am, indeed, the Host King. In fact, I bet I…

"We're about ten minutes from closing soooo…mind leaving and come back tomorrow?" The girl said in a confused tone.

"Eh?" I looked at her and saw that her expression wasn't that of annoyance or delight, it was more like that she just stared at me with some amusement! She began chuckling before she took a few steps back and placed her hands on her hips. Upon closer inspection, she was carrying an empty silver tray with her left arm. It was odd that someone was able to resist my charms.

"Look buddy, I admit, you're pretty handsome and all that. But…I'm not a princess, and hell, I just want to get home." The girl smiled at me before placing a towel over her shoulder as she was probably wiping the tables with it earlier. She looked at me one more time before sighing, "Well…I guess the manager won't mind if I just spring one more cup of coffee. So…what do you want?"

I only just stared after her as she got behind the counter. My legs automatically moved for me as I went to the counter. I looked at the menu board and decided for just a regular cup of coffee or 'joe' as the commoner's terms call it. I paid for my coffee and went over to the table closest to the door and next to the window. The girl was pretty nice, and her brown hair reminded me of Haruhi. Once again, I find myself preoccupied with my thoughts. I stared at the coffee in front of me and sighed as I leaned my cheeks against the palm of my right hand as I looked outside solemnly.

"Geez, you bipolar or something? One minute, you're hitting on me, the next you're acting so glum." My thoughts were interrupted by the coffee girl. I turned my head as I watched her take a seat in front of me. She yawned and stretched. Her apron was now gone and I could tell the curves she had from her tight jeans and black shirt.

I stared at her for her comment and grew flustered. However, I remained smiling at her, "Princess. I assure you that I do not have any mental disorders. However, what is a lovely lady such as you call yourself? I am Suoh Tamaki! Renowned King of the Ouran High Host club!"

"Pfft. Drop the formalities. Well, since you asked, I'm Miki. Nice to meet you Tamaki." She provided with a smile. Miki soon made herself comfortable from her spot and I couldn't help but beam at her that someone accompanied me with my coffee.

"Well then Miki, tell me about yourself! I'm sure a commoner such as yourself would have plenty of great stories! In fact, Haruhi told me a few herself." I started as I reverted to a childlike persona as I happily began going on and on about the commoner lifestyle and their wisdom. I was sure that Miki was bound to enjoy my little speech. After all, who could resist my irresistible charm?

"Woah, slow down! Commoner? What are you, a rich guy or something?" She asked, giving me some odd stare as she examined me even further.

I chuckled amusingly as sipped my coffee as I continued to smile, "That's right! Like I said, I'm from Ouran Academy! For the rich and the elite! And…I am…the most handsome student in the school."

"Sure sure, handsome yeah. But I bet a handsome guy like has his sure of troubles. What was with the long face earlier?" Miki asked curiously.

My attitude immediately changed as I looked down on my drink and sighed depressively, I didn't need to be reminded again. "Oh…it's nothing. My first love has just ended is all. My best friend has started courting the girl I fell in love with…"

Miki studied me again and she nodded her head in understanding, "That sucks. To be honest, my first love recently ended as well…"

"Really? Such a beauty such as yourself shouldn't even be heartbroken! Who broke your heart?" I asked dramatically! It was true! Who would break a maiden's heart such as herself?

"Ha ha. Well…he didn't break my heart exactly. I still love him, but circumstances pushed me to make the decision to end it." She replied with a kind and warm smile. Miki gazed at me with her beautiful, azure orbs but I can tell the pain she was going through. I was sure that it probably wasn't easy to do such a thing while you were still in love. I couldn't even imagine how the man must have been feeling.

"We…split up because of our long distance relationship. I couldn't really take it anymore and I thought that maybe I should try living a normal teenage life for once." She continued. I sat there silently, watching her as she began to talk some more.

"Part of me wishes to call him and tell him I still want to be with him, but if I follow that, I would start a cycle. I can't do that to him."

"Well, this gentleman must really love you if he's willing to give you up for your own happiness."

"Yeah. He may not have been perfect, and sure he had his flaws…but he really did make me happy."

"It's the same with me and Haruhi. She understood me so well, and I thought I would get her in the end. But, Kyoya…well…he took her under my nose."

"Your friend doesn't seem to sound like your friend if he steals the girl right from under you y'know."

"No…it was my fault. We've known her for a while now, and I guess he was waiting for me to make a move. Since I didn't, I think he had enough of him waiting and went for it."

"Hm…guess we're more alike than I thought. Blue eyes, and a broken heart ha ha. Glad to be talking to you Tamaki." She said as she giggled softly. I smiled happily back as I talking about my Haruhi and Kyoya verbally with someone else was lifting my spirits ups. Miki understood how I felt, and I was happy to have made a new friend.

"Speaking of which, are you a foreigner Miki?" I asked, curious about her blue eyes and brown hair.

She didn't look surprised by the question and wasn't insulted by it. Instead, she placed both hands behind her head and leaned back and explained, "Well…my mom's Japanese and my dad is American. So I'm a half-breed. I moved to Japan two years ago, but fortunately I already knew how to speak the language."

"Well, I'm Half-French and Half-Japanese! Indeed! We got a lot of things alike!"

"Yeah, except for that idiotic personality of yours."

"What!?!" I stood up and stared at her flustered. She only looked back at me and rolled her eyes.

"See?"

I glared at her with mock anger before I sat back down and laughed, "Aaaah…my friends call me one all the time."

"Hey! At least that's what makes you cute. You're carefree, and I guess in a way, that's good. You look the type to be serious when something serious does happen. So it makes up for it."

However, before I could reply I felt a vibration in my coat's pocket. Immediately, my hand reached for it and pulled out my cellphone. It was my chauffeur calling me! I answered it and told the man where I was. I guess it was almost curfew for me. I shouldn't keep that old granny at the second manor worried! After finishing the phone call, I glanced over at Miki who only smiled back at me.

"Time for me to go."

"I can see that. Well, it was a pleasure talking to you Tamaki."

"Likewise. Maybe I should come here for coffee again." I said as I stood up. She stood up as well as she offered her hand for a shake which I energetically agreed to do. I could see the headlights of the limousine pulling up in front of the coffee shop and Miki couldn't help but only gawk at it. I guess I just proved to her of how I really was a rich boy.

"Well you weren't lying. You're welcome any time here. Just make sure you buy something each time you come. I can't work and socialize at the same time y'know."

"Ha ha. I'll be sure to come back in five minutes before you close!"

"Pft, please don't. I should already be home; you're just lucky the manager left early and told me to lock up the place for him."

"Lucky me, I'm sure I wouldn't have had such nice chat with a pretty lady such as yourself."

"Yeah yeah, you're just using your Host Club Charm or something. Now go. No need to keep your driver waiting." She rolled her eyes as she made a gesture to 'shoo' me away. I nodded my head as I opened the door and walked outside. The driver was already outside with the door opened and I turned slightly to wave at her. I smiled when I saw her waving back. Somehow, I met a new friend today despite my depression. Perhaps I should come to this particular coffee shop again next time.

The prospect of that made me happy.

Author's Note: This has been a joy for me to write. Although I love Kyoya x Haruhi, I'm sure everyone loves Tamaki. He is such a light-hearted character and I can't bear for him to see him unhappy. He deserves love, and for that, I would try my best for him to get that love. The original character will not become a Mary-Sue, I guarantee that. Sure she may seem like that she has lots of things in common with Tamaki at the moment, but there would be some conflicts later on. For now, they shall start as friends and gradually, a love would blossom between the two. Make no mistake, this is still a romance, but I'm sure friendship is also involved as well. Anyway, please review if you have any thoughts or comments.