MarinaStryke: Vincent says hi and asks if you have any bothersome squirrel-rats that you would like to be rid of, as he would happily help you with that problem. He's getting quite hungry, though not terribly as I've fed him several molepeople since this story started. But he's never happy. Also, the molepeople say "thank you".
I suppose I've put this off long enough. I really did want this up sooner, but so much has been going on... On and off cold and allergies. Barely any energy anymore. Homework, and lots of it. Also, had to do an entire book report in 2 nights without reading the book. And dog-walking, babysitting, etc etc. I'm going into the city tomorrow to visit the cemetery for the 4 year anniversary of my grandmas death... So much going on. I'm already having the energy drained from me, being forced to go out in the sun during school.. I'm not good in the sun. Plus, everyone's getting sick. I'm on and off, but not as bad as everyone else, like my friend who just passed out on my couch for an hour then went home.
Chapter Seven
Tamaki had insisted on us all going out for coffee, mainly because there was some commoners coffee shop nearby and quite a few local teenagers were making there way over. He also insisted we stay together, as a "family". I'd hoped to get some alone time to search for Virginia. I'm not sure what it is, but even surrounded by all of the hosts, I feel terribly alone without Virginia here. Normally, she would be here, hanging over my shoulders, refusing to move until I shut the computer and got off my ass to entertain her. Where is she when I need her?
Entering the crowded little café, my eyes caught something familiar, but once I looked up, it was gone. Replaced by the guys from the store earlier, along with several others, one looking quite like a pirate. I shoved my hand holding the grey cell phone back into my pocket and followed Tamaki to the counter. The boy who was working at the store saw us and nodded. "Hey, how's the search going?"
"Fine, of course. Though, as it is the first day of the vacation, and I'm sure she doesn't want to leave so soon, we're going around to the attractions first," I say, attempting and failing for the first time to keep the emotion and boredom from my voice.
"Are you alright?" Readjusting my glasses with my middle finger and wiping all emotion from my face, I study the guys face. He looked about 19 years old, with black hair styled much like Virginia's was when I last saw her, half shaved, other half long. His face is pale, making the black eyes quite startling. A few inches taller than myself, he seems to be studying me. "Yes, I am perfect, thank you."
"Right… I'm Drew." He holds out a hand to me.
I accept, forcing a pleasant smile. "Kyoya." As if Virginia hasn't said anything about me…
"So, all of your friends came with you on this search. I have to ask. Who is this girl to you all?"
He plays the role well.
"Virginia is a close friend to us all, and she has been for quite some time. A very important aspect of our club."
"Club?"
"Host club. Long story."
"Hmm… But what is she to you?"
This question took me by surprise. I hesitate, thinking. I am sure Virginia has spoken to him and I know she explained everything to him. But, in all the months Virginia and I have been… going together… I don't believe we've ever acknowledged it. Odd. "She is my… girlfriend, I suppose."
"You suppose? How do you not know?"
"I've never really had to give it a thought." How long must this dull conversation go on? Already, I only want to find Virginia.
Just as this Drew character was opening his mouth to speak, I felt pressure on my shoulder and myself being pushed away. Stumbling to regain balance, I glare at Tamaki, now standing where I had been, grinning.
"Hello, I am Tamaki Suoh, Host Club King. I would like to personally invite your friends and yourself to the fun day we have planned."
Drew stared at him, raising one brow, then looked towards me. I shook my head, watching Tamaki babble on, though awaiting the response.
"Apologies. I'm only on break right now. Have to reopen shop soon. You can ask the others, though.
"Well, um, that Jack fellow agreed, and the younger one, Nick, was it? seems to be getting along quite well with Homey-Sempai, but your other friend…er… Jayson, I believe. I tried to ask if he would like to join and he started talking about all of the ghosts and demons… that are coming out tonight!" The baka actually squeaked, hiding behind my shoulder.
"Well, you can take that as a "no" for Jayy. He has to help me with the shop, anyhow. Jack and Nick are always quite happy to go out, though. Just have them meet back at the store later."
"O-of course. Though, if I might say, Jack seems old enough to watch himself."
Drew laughed, smiling. "He's not the one I'm worried about. Nick's my brother."
Even I was shocked, eyes widening a bit. That would explain some things.
"Anyway, I gotta go. See you guys around." He left, exiting the shop with a cup in hand. Now where does Virginia fit in all of this?
MOLE. PEOPLE.
