"Do not waver, men of the Gendai line do not falter in the face of danger." Endou's grandfather said as he placed the next shogi tile. Endou narrowed his eyes at the placement of his grandfather's tile. "That virtue is quite outdated Grandfather, men of our line have lost their lives due to such rash acts. I don't like to be tied down to the old virtues of a senile old man. After all, I am a Hayabusa, not Gendai." Endou said with a hint of arrogance. Endou crossed his legs and placed down his tile. He rested his chin in his hands, eyes wandering as he thought.

His grandfather laughed."In that aspect, you're just like your father. A stubborn man who refuses to take responsibility of the line he is bestowed. Which explains why he deserved what claimed him." At the mention of his father, Endou slammed his tile down with a large amount of force. "How dare you. What he's done for me was not in vain. He allowed me to take pride in the Hayabusa name." Endou hissed angrily. His grandfather smirked, having Endou lose his cool was a pastime he considered to be fun. The old man laughed as he put down another tile. "Ah, you're too easy to rile up Endou, you think that having the support of your father will have the family pardon your actions? Just like Shizuka, you're rather naive. You shouldn't bite the hand that feeds you, ungrateful child."

Endou could only look down at his clenched fists with boiling rage. "Don't make me laugh, the family is in support of my role. You feel the need to torment me because it was I, and not you who had acclaimed the title of the family's next head." He said has he surveyed the old man. "If only your sister could see you now you insolent-"! The old man yelled as he stood. Endou smirked as he looked up at the fuming man. "If you decide to leave now, don't make a scene. We have a reputation to uphold with the Haninozuka family after all. May good fortune follow you, Grandfather."

The old man walked towards the exit, but stopped at the door way. "I hope you know what trouble you're causing, it's a foolish notion to think that your standing within the family will keep you safe. Your father and mother were forced to that shrine for a reason, don't think that you'll get the 'Gendai' surname back." He said through gritted teeth. Rising from his seat, Endou walked towards the older man. "Look at me." He commanded. The air around them seemed to feel malevolent. The old man had dealt with Endou's venomous nature before, but it seemed different this time.

Turning around to face the younger boy, he froze. Endou's face was cold and serious, his grey eyes devoid of any empathy. He put his hands on the sides of the old man's face. "You think I don't know these things Grandfather? How conceited of you to think that I would like to reclaim the Gendai name. Don't speak as if you know me. Mention my father or talk down to the Hayabusa line again, You'll pay more than you have today." Endou hissed as he tightened his grip on the old man's face. The older man stood paralyzed under his grip as Endou began to chuckle."Do you want to pay for what you've done? Of course you do."

The exposed black ink on Endou's arms rippled, as if his they were going to peel right off. In a what felt like a slow burn, the old man suddenly felt hundreds of small snakes slithering beneath his clothes. He felt the pain of being bitten and cried out. Endou stepped back, fox like expression on his face. The old man stepped back and hurriedly looked beneath his kimono in search of snakes that weren't there. "Y-You! What have you done?!" He cried out while pain consumed him. Endou tilted his head innocently."Me? I haven't done anything at all, just a simple illusion. It won't hurt you, it wears off in a couple of hours. Probably."

"T-the whole Hayabusa line is crazy! Shizuka, that woman, and you! Y-You must be cursed! An Oni! That's what you all are! Evil fiends!" He screamed as he ran from the confines of the room. Endou listened to the hurried footsteps to fade into silence. He outstretched his arms and began to look at his markings. On his right arm a a long snake coiled around another snake was depicted in front of some older Kanji characters he couldn't recognize.

His left arm was still a mystery to him. The words seemed faded and the proverb seemed indecipherable."The power to cause man to feel what he cannot see? Relied on the fear within their mind to visualize. As for the other, this is.." He trailed off as he squinted at his other arm. With a deep sigh, he closed the door to his room and quirked an eyebrow at the Shogi board. "Hmm? It seems I've won."

"Edo-chan!" Honey yelled as he entered classroom 3-B with Takashi in tow. Looking up from his book, Endou gave the two a smile. " Ah, Hello. What can I do for you?" "The Host club is having a theme day! We want you to come with us! You don't have Goddess duties this week right"? Honey replied. For a split second, Endou frowned. It was true that the Goddess had rotated to the next priestess, so he could do as he wished. However, Takashi was still displeased with his pasts actions towards Ayanokoji. Despite it all, Endou agreed and prepared to go with them.

The three walked down the hallway in uncharacteristic silence, gaining the curious stares of other students. "Edo-chan?" Honey called out. "Hmm?" Endou questioned, bringing his attention to Honey. "Is your Grandfather okay? Yesterday, he looked really pale when he left." Honey asked. Takashi raised an eyebrow at Endou. Endou giggled slyly. "He's fine now. I guess he isn't fond of magic tricks or I maybe got a little too carried away?" Honey giggled at this and mumbled something about "Magic tricks." Takashi sent him a hard stare and continued walking. Endou shrugged at this.

The trio had soon stood in front of the host club's doors. Endou sighed before opening the door to see the club room transformed into a tropical paradise. "Why must you guys be like this"? He sweatdropped before walking in. Takashi and Honey went to go change, leaving Endou with the other club members. Taking the time to look at the transformed club room, Endou didn't notice the two twins coming up behind him. "Hey Haya-" One of the twins said. "Busa-Senpai." The other finished as they snaked their arms around Endou's shoulders.

Endou sighed. "What do you want"? The twins pulled back and pouted. "Aww, Hayabusa-senpai is so cold. We just want to play. Right Kaoru"? Hikaru asked. "Yeah, We just want to play a game with you". Kaoru answered. Endou raised an eyebrow. "A game? I'm rather fond of games, but of the more twisted kind.." The twins exchanged a glance. "Senpai, you're scary. We want to play the which one is Hikaru game!" They cheered in sync. The twins put on some hats and twirled in a way that Endou couldn't keep track of who's who.

"Now, Which one of us is Hikaru"? The twins asked in sync. After much thought, he picked the twin on the right. "That's Hikaru." He said. "Bzzzt, wrong! We win! This is Kaoru." The twins laughed. Realizing the purpose of the game, Endou narrowed his eyes. "Is that so? I acknowledge my defeat." The twins wrapped their arms around him. "Since you lost, you should dress up too." Endou twisted his face into a scowl. "Hmm, how about one more game?" The twin's eyes lit up. "But, I chose the game, it's very simple." The twins booed. "Fine, what is this game?" Hikaru asked. Endou reached into his obi, and pulled out a coin.

"A game of simple probability. Heads or tails"? He asked, flashing them both sides of the coin. The twins pouted. "Heads." Kaoru decided. Endou smiled. " I see, then I am tails. Winner can make the other do whatever they want." The twins grinned. "Sure." Endou threw the coin up. it landed with a small 'clink'. They all peered into Endou's hand. "Tails." Endou announced. "Eh, you must have pushed it over, one more time." Hikaru complained. "Another?" Endou questioned before throwing it again.

They peered into his hand again. "Tails." He laughed. Kaoru frowned. "Eh, one more time." Endou smiled. "Very well." He threw the coin up once more. "Tails." He announced cheerfully. The twins huffed. " We lost? Then, what do you want Hayabusa-senpai?" Endou tapped his chin, deep in thought. "Ah, I have just the thing. You two can owe me a simple favor." The twins gave him a dumbfounded look. "A favor?" Endou nodded. "Yes, when I am need of help. I'll ask you two for a favor." Kaoru opened his mouth to say something, but was interrupted by Endou.

"Ah, shouldn't you two be preparing the club's opening?" Endou reminded. Their faces lit up, they scurried towards the dressing rooms. Endou waved them off. "Using a fixed coin seemed rather unfair Hayabusa-senpai." Kyoya's voice rang out from behind him. "Ah, was it that obvious? Kyoya-san"? Endou questioned as he turned towards the younger boy. "No, rather it was well executed. Your slight of hand trick being obscured by large sleeves." Kyoya replied whilst writing in his notebook.

"Anyways, is there something you need? You don't seem like someone who wastes time." Endou inquired. Kyoya pushed up his glasses before speaking. "Yes, about your involvement with the club. We can't have you slipping up about Haruhi's gender so, I'd like to propose a deal. In exchange of knowing this information, you must stay here during club hours so you can be monitored."

"I don't mind, but don't try to abuse my presence within this club. You'll regret it Kyoya-san."He said with an icy smile. "You shouldn't make such threats Hayabusa-senpai. You don't know what the Ootori's are capable of or what other information we hold." He said coldly. Hayabusa gave Kyoya a hard stare. Kyoya stared back. In a heartbeat, the two went back to their own devices.

"A dance party. All this trouble for a measly social gathering?" Endou groaned as he tried to memorize the steps of the waltz. He didn't mind learning to waltz if he had any other partner than Takashi. It was apparent that Kyoya was determined to get Endou to participate in club duties, whether he liked it or not. Takashi nodded, urging him to not give up.'Using Takashi was a rather dirty trick. I would have been able to abandon the task easily had it been any other club member. 'That Ootori sure is something.' Endou thought while he tried to avoid eye contact with Takashi. As a result, he accidentally stepped on Takashi's shoe.

Takashi's wouldn't have given away any pain, if it weren't for the grunt that escaped his lips. Endou blushed ever so slightly but, looked down in an attempt to hide his face from Takashi. "I'm sorry Taka-san,that was rather unsightly of me. I'm not sure I'll be successful at the waltz since it's not traditional dance." He mumbled. "Don't worry, I'll be there to help you." Takashi said reassuringly before proceeding with the dance. Endou looked up and tried his best to count steps. The air between them was still awkward and stiff.

Suddenly Endou spoke up."Takashi, I would like to a-apologize for my actions they other day. Even if I dislike this kind of establishment, I don't mind being a bit more cordial towards the others. Since you seem to care deeply about what happens here." Takashi was surprised by the sudden development, Endou was apologizing? It was a rare occurrence to have the boy even think of apologizing due to his prideful nature. Takashi was frozen, he could only look at the younger boy with surprise. Endou couldn't look Takashi in the eye, he couldn't dare face him with a flustered face.

"It's fine, Endou." Takashi reassured with a small smile. In turn, Endou smiled back warmly, his face turning a bit redder. He took a deep breath and looked at Takashi with a pleased expression. "I think I'm ready to try again. I hope to be a little more relaxed with these heavy feelings off my chest." He readjusted his hand in Takashi's grip. They began to dance, this time with more progress. "Thank you." Endou smiled. Takashi raised an eyebrow in question. "For taking dealing with me. I know I do things that may not be up to the noble standards your family upholds." He continued. Takashi ruffled Endou's hair. "You think too much."

Endou felt his face grow hot. "Hey, I'm not a child! I'm older than you!" Takashi raised an eyebrow at him. "I-Is that a question?! Taka-san don't tease me"! Endou pouted. Endou was happy that he could talk normally with Takashi once more but, he could feel cold eyes on him. Catching the eye of Kyoya, he couldn't withstand the sly grin being thrown his way. Endou reluctantly decided to cut this rare event short. For once, he felt embarrassed by being in front of others. 'Your win today, Ootori.' Endou thought dejectedly.

"A-Anyways, our training is over. I'll go get my things." He said before rushing away blindly. "Edo-chan? You okay"? Honey voiced out as he saw Endou running towards him. It wasn't everyday that one could see Endou in a flustered state . Endou kept running for the door. Honey could only watch the boy disappear from view. "Hayabusa-Senpai sure knows how to make an exit. I wonder what what she was so flustered about"? Kyoya asked as he wrote in his black book. 'She'? Honey didn't voice his question but, merely shrugged. Honey knew it wouldn't be a good idea to meddle in Endou's plans."I wonder if Mori-senpai did something"? Kyoya wondered while staring at the spot where two once stood.

"The Ouran Host Club bids you a fond welcome...To this dance party."

"We invite you to enjoy yourselves to your heart's content, as you dance with the host club members."

Endou sighed as he watched the Host Club's activities unfold. Why he was required to come to this dance was lost to him. He wasn't looking to wear lavish clothing or show others that he had two left feet when it came to non-traditional dancing. He decided to relax by one of the pillars in the extravagant ballroom. "U-Um, Hayabusa-senpai." A voice called to him. He turned to see quite a few girls around him. Reflexively, he greeted them with a smile. " What is the matter"? His smile lacked warmth although, many didn't notice.

"How did you manage to get so close to Honey and Mori-senpai in such a short time?"One of the girls questioned. Her eyes looking to Endou like he held the secrets of the Universe. "A short time? Honey-san and Taka-san have been in contact for four years now. You can say that we are good friends." He replied. The girl quickly became gloomy. "Oh, I see..but, Hayabusa-senpai. Even if you aren't pursuing those two, you can't hang with them as you please." Other girls murmured in agreement.

Endou sighed, it was getting irritating to withstand the foolishness of the students at Ouran. His mood was beginning to sour, so he had no problem with unleashing some of his fury upon was feeling a bit bored anyways. "In other words you all are telling me to stay away from Honey-san and Taka-san? It seems a bit selfish to end someone else's friendship because it inconveniences you? Although I have no intent changing my ways." He spat coldly. The girls shuddered, feeling the change of atmosphere. "W-Well you'll get hurt in the long run H-Hayabusa-senpai"! The girl screeched before pushing Endou into a pillar. He hit the pillar rather hard, he felt a bruise forming on his back.

With astonishing speed his hand gripped the chin of the girl. "What made you think it was okay touch me? You shitty bug." He released her with a push. The girls quickly scattered away from him after he glared. The main perpetrator whined out an apology before running to join the other girls. Endou watched them run away before quickly reaching to touch his back to check for bruises. When his hand connected with his back, he flinched. "For girls with such dainty appearances, they have quite a bit of strength. This is troublesome, How can I dance with Taka-san like this"? He mumbled.

"Edo-hime, may I have this dance"? Came a voice from behind him. Turning his head, Endou came face to face with Tamaki, the Host Club's very own 'King'. Not wanting to raise suspicion, he accepted graciously. Steeling his resolve to not show any pain during the dance, he stepped forward with gritted teeth. Smoothly Tamaki began to lead Endou into the Waltz.

Tamaki moved gracefully and had the aura of what one would describe to be of 'True Royalty'. To Endou, it was obvious why the ladies were drawn to him. His violet eyes and golden hair had truly helped him stand out above the other students at Ouran. From what Endou gathered, the boy was goofy, flirtatious, and open hearted. Endou found Tamaki to be more bearable than Kyoya despite, the solemn look that flickers in his eyes every so often.

"How do you like the Host Club, Edo-hime?" Tamaki asked with his usual charm. Endou frowned slightly. "It's fine I suppose, although your antics are too gaudy and a overbearing." He answered with false calm."O-Overbearing? Gaudy? Why Edo-hime, that is the glorious charm of the host club itself"! He said with exaggerated zeal. Endou sighed. "I can see why Haruhi easily tires of you." As if struck by lightning, Tamaki stood frozen to the spot mumbling things about his 'daughter' Haruhi. "Well, it's time to rotate Tama-san." He said before spinning to the arms of the next host.

"You don't seem to be enjoying yourself, Hayabusa-senpai." Kyoya said before regaining the Waltz position. Endou smiled coldly. "I don't see what you mean Kyoya-san. I have never been so willing to attend a party." Kyoya smirked, silently acknowledging his hand in Endou's spoiled mood. "That's good Hayabusa-senpai, I was worried that the party wouldn't be to the liking of someone with your family status." He said smugly. His eyes narrowed. "What do you mean family status? You should answer carefully Ootori."

Kyoya laughed coldly. " I mean no harm Hayabusa-excuse me, Gendai-senpai." Endou looked at Kyoya with a murderous glance. " How dare you refer to me with that name. Searching for secrets is rather ungentlemanly." "I take it upon myself to get to know about all my peers who attend Ouran. I must say, your family files were certainly interesting. The Gendai Group surely knows how to guard their information but, I must ask, what is the younger sister of the group's heir doing here?" Endou stopped dancing. 'Sister? He thinks that I'm Shizuka? What a joke. It makes sense that the old woman would change the names around in files, she couldn't live with her male grandson being a priestess.' Endou thought smugly.

"Ah, you caught me Ootori. I knew you were sneaky." He said with faux innocence. Endou couldn't stop the devious grin from spreading on his lips. ' How fun will this be?' Kyoya was irked by how calm Endou was taking this. He saw the calculating look in his eyes and felt the need to delve deeper into his info. Kyoya merely smiled." I think it's time to switch, I hope that you do take a break. You seem a little pale Gendai-senpai." Endou smirked. "Nice speaking with you Ootori." Being spun into the hands of the next host, he found himself dancing with Haruhi.

"Good Evening Hayabusa-senpai." Haruhi greeted warmly. Endou smiled at Haruhi. "Ah, Haruhi-chan, Good evening." Upon seeing Haruhi, Endou was put at ease, even as the corset he wore pressed against his bruise with daunting amounts of strength. "You look good in Lolita clothing." The younger girl complemented. Endou smiled. " Thank you Haruhi-chan. Your suit seems to fit you well." Haruhi frowned. "I don't think I'll get to be in it for long. I think the hosts are planning something." Endou nodded with understanding. "Good luck." He cheered as he watched the twins snake their arms around Haruhi.

Haruhi gave him a look of confusion before realizing the betrayal. Endou stepped back, waving at Haruhi as she was pulled away by the twins. 'Now, I should go find Honey and Takashi.' He thought whilst looking around. He noticed the hosts were missing, the girls chatted excitedly about a big event being prepared. "I may not have to dance with them after all. Perhaps, I can take this chance to leave." He mumbled before deciding to leave the ballroom. Before he could do so, he felt a tug on his dress.

He looked down to see familiar brown eyes staring up at him. "Edo-chan, Boss wants you to dance." Endou furrowed his brows at this. "A dance? Why is that?" Honey bounced around Endou excitedly. "To dance in order to bless the couple of the night!" Endou scoffed. "Couple of the night..? I serve the Goddess of Chaos and Light. I don't do love." Honey pouted.

"Please Edo-chan? In return for not telling them you're a boy?" Endou glared, his eyes becoming icy. Honey looked back with a determined look. "As you wish then. I'll remember this." Honey shook off the unnerving feeling and cheered. "Yay! Let's take you to go get changed!" He grabbed Endou's hand and began to drag him to the halls. They stopped in front of a dressing room. "Me and Takashi's maids will help you in there! I'll wait here."

Endou entered the room and was faced with a vast array of fabrics. "Hayabusa-sama. Please hold still." The first maid said as she began to change Endou's clothing. He waved her off. "I can strip myself." The second maid chimed in. "B-But Master Han-" He silenced her with a glare. The maids watched Endou change silently, scowling at the bruise forming at his back.

They handed him his outfit.' A light pink priestess garb. With a blossom pattern? Not bad at all.' The maids helped him into his outfit, easing it on as the pain from his bruise began to get the best of him. "For your hair what do you want?" The second maid asked whilst the first did Endou's makeup. "Twintails." Endou smiled as he did a bunny gesture. "C-Cute." The maids mumbled. "What's wrong?" He asked them. The maids just shook their heads.

Endou left the room, feeling much better in more comfortable clothing. Honey jumped up upon seeing Endou. "Wah! Edo-chan you look so cute! Let's go see the others!" He grabbed his hand and began taking Endou down the hall once more. "Why are you so insistent of me doing this?" He asked. Honey stopped before the main hall's door. "Because I like your dancing Edo-chan! I want everyone to see it too!" The dark haired boy froze. "I like your dancing Edo-chan. It always makes me and Takashi happy to see it!" He repeated.

Endou hid his smile with is large sleeves. "Is that so? I guess I'll have to do my best then." He ruffled Honey's hair before walking out into the main hall. Honey smiled. "Edo-chan!" The two walked out into the outside portion of the hall and Endou was immediately pushed towards the stage. He stood and cleared his thoughts. "Here I go."

The hosts watched Endou dance as Tamaki began to announce the chosen couple for the night. Endou danced with merriment, as if he were the personification of festivity. Every flick of his fan and the twirling of his kimono was mesmerizing. Despite his initial reluctance. Endou was having fun dancing for others. He watched from his awning as Haruhi leaned in for a kiss on the cheek.

Haruhi tripped, nailing the poor girl on the lips.' Let's make this a little more interesting shall we? I feel good today..' He thought as the song began to come to a close. With one flick of his fan and a silent incantation. The cherry blossoms outside of the hall bloomed in full force."Takashi! Look! The cherry blossoms!" Honey shouted. The crowd below turned their attention upwards to see the cherry blossoms blooming suddenly, a week earlier than they should.

Endou hopped down from the stage and joined the hosts. "Not a bad end of the night?" Endou asked the pair. They turned. "Edo-chan you did it! Even the cherry-" He cut the boy off by making a "shhh" motion. Takashi ruffled Endou's hair. "You did well." Endou huffed. "Of course I did, who do you think I am?" He let out surprised yelp when he was suddenly tackled.

"Edo-hiiimmme! That was so beautiful my daughter!" Tamaki yelled out. Endou looked at the other members for help. "It was not bad." Kyoya twins gave the older boy a thumbs up. "Well done Hayabusa-senpai." Haruhi congratulated. He made a 'help me motion', Haruhi pretended not to see. 'Karma..' Endou thought. Tamaki released him.

"It seems I was wrong about this club. It's a little interesting. Just a little." The dark haired boy huffed. 'Tsundere.." The twins mumbled. Endou gave them a look. "Hah? Am not! Come here you two." The twins stuck out their tongues before bolting off. "You can't run from me!" He yelled before chasing the two. "Edo-chan looks like he's having fun." Honey said to Takashi. Takashi watched him chase the twins."Yeah, he is."

"Hold still." Takashi commanded as he rubbed medicine on Endou's back. The boy groaned with displeasure. "It's cold. I don't want to feel this. The medicine is slimy." The tall boy grunted. "Then tell me the next time you get a bruise." Endou peered back at Takashi and nodded. He slipped his Kimono onto his back, reveling in the cooling effect of the medicine.

Takashi sat down next to him, the two sitting on a large stone in their mansion's traditional garden. The two simply took a moment to look at the full moon in silence. Endou spoke up, turning his attention to Takashi. "In the end, I never got to dance with you." Takashi raised an eyebrow at the boy's statement. He ruffled the boy's hair. "Next time." Next time huh? I look forward to it.

"Did you at least enjoy my dance?" The kimono clad boy inquired. Takashi smiled faintly. "It was beautiful." Endou felt his face turn beet red. "Y-Yeah. O-Of course it was!This is me we're talking about. Imeanit'sonlynaturaltha-" The host silenced the boy by running his fingers through Endou's long hair. The boy quieted immediately.

He mumbled, barely audible. "Thank you, Takashi." The tall boy merely grunted.

A/N

K.V here. It's been a year(and some change) since I last updated and I am sorry. My friend yelled at me about this story and how I need to publish the chapter sitting in my docs (Even though she's been rewriting her own stuff for like 2 years /shot/). I should get on her for that ,but yeah I hope her readers don't kill her.

I'm crying, really.
Anyways this chapter was pretty chill, Endou can make some cool illusions. Plus this chapter shows that he's not just a scoundrel. He's a scoundrel with feelings.
For the readers who waited so patiently, thank you. Another large chapter because my hands demanded that I do so. Feel free to leave comments and thoughts. I'll try to get back to writing again. Thanks, bye.
K.V out.