Summary: After being saved by Tamaki that afternoon, Haruhi then felt something different inside of her. Whenever she talks to Tamaki, she feels secured and always in wonder. Hikaru, on the other side, developed mutual feelings for Haruhi. The story goes crazy when Tamaki asked Haruhi for a date. Will Haruhi realize the love she wasn't able to uncover for Tamaki? And will Hikaru give up his love for Haruhi? Based on the last anime episode of OKHC, sort of like my own season two.
Disclaimer: I don't own Ouran Koukou High School Host Club, you know. And if I did own the anime, it won't be a 26-episode anime. It would go on forever. :))
Destiny is calling me
An Ouran Koukou High School fan fiction
sushidreams
Chapter Eight: To give up or not?
Tamaki woke up early as expected, thinking what he can do for Haruhi to be happy for their second day at Kyoto. He's been busy planning for the next cosplay of Host Club when they got home. He rubbed his eyes as he yawned for a second. He stood up and went straight to the bathroom and made a decision to just drag Haruhi and make herself comfortable with him. He smiled devilishly as he rubbed his chin like he was about to kill someone.
"I guess, I need to take Haruhi for a date." he said as he finally finished brushing his teeth. He blushed.
While looking at the mirror, someone knocked over the door. He startled since he was busy imagining "stuffs" with Haruhi. He walked towards the door and opened it. He was greeted by a lovely smile and big eyes as he watched her give him some towels. Haruhi smiled practically like that of some toothpaste commercial. "You might need some towels, Senpai." she said.
"Haruhi." he stared at her. "Call me Tamaki from now on."
Haruhi furrowed her brows. "And why is that?"
"I just thought about it. Nee, want to go outside and shop?"
"I'd love to." Haruhi smiled. "But how about the others?"
"Kyouya will take care of them."
Tamaki smiled as he took the towels and closed the door silently. He left Haruhi – again – confused and in wonder. She looked at door and started walking away. She still can't take the thought that Kyouya likes Renge last night and she's sure he's just going on a chase. But no, she knows Kyouya very much and he's always serious about things that will give or not give benefits and merits to him. Shaking her head, she head downstairs and greeted the other members with her best smile. Hikaru smiled at her, weakly as he confronted her.
"Haruhi," he said as Haruhi turned around.
"Hai?" Haruhi asked.
"Do you want to go out to Kyoto and shop with me and Kaoru? I heard there's a good department store near this pension." he explained, not trying to make it obvious.
Haruhi smiled. "I'd love to but Tamaki-senpai also asked me to shop with me. I'm torned between two choices."
Hikaru's smile faded away as he felt his ears were hot. "I-I see." he turned around and walked away but Haruhi grabbed his shirt. He was surprised.
"Are you angry, Hikaru?"
Hikaru blushed. "N-n-no, Haruhi."
"But why did you walked away suddenly?"
"I'm just upset that you can't go out with us. You always hang out with Lord." he said, looking away.
"Is that the reason?"
"What reason do you want from that?"
Haruhi stared at him, wondering why on earth he's so hot when the weather is freaking cold. "You're always upset nowadays."
This girl really is dense! He thought as he looked at her, seriously. "You're bothering my mind, that's why?"
"HUH?"
"Can't you remember, I confessed that I like you?!"
Haruhi shook her head as she wondered again. "Really? I can't remember."
"Forget about it."
He said as he finally walked away, carrying the burden at his back. When will she realize that I love her? I confessed before but not, she's like having her "temporary amnesia" again! This is really nuts! He thought as he fake a smile to Kaoru and the others.
Came afternoon, Haruhi and Tamaki were standing in front of an enormous "commoner's department store," both staring at the big billboard posted where some cosplay thingies were printed. Tamaki made an excuse that he'll just discover some of the commoner's usual hang out and to learn from it Haruhi. Kyouya nodded and agreed upon his request, knowing the fact that Tamaki just want to spend some "quiet time" with Haruhi. And as for Haruhi, she really wants to go out with the twins and discover their cute side but Tamaki dragged her downstairs and made their farewell to the members. And now, their standing in front of the department store, not knowing what to do first.
"Want to try some kiddy show?" Haruhi asked.
Tamaki looked at her. "That would be fine!" he said, smiling.
They both walked together as they reached some kiddy show at the far end of the building. Thousands of children were running and it made Haruhi tripped over, but Tamaki was able to catch her before she could fall from the ground. Haruhi blushed as she smiled. They watched the kiddy show and after some time, it was finished. And their next destination was to eat some fast food. Tamaki wondered.
"An artificial burger?" he asked.
"It's real, it's just made fast, Sen… Tamaki." she explained, completely forgotten about the Tamaki calling.
"But it looks artificial for me."
"We commoner's knows what's real and not."
Tamaki nodded. "Ah, sou."
Haruhi ordered two large burgers, two large coke and two large fries since they are both hungry. They sat down on the chairs. Tamaki first bit his burger and found out it's delicious. "I told you, it's delicious."
"I thought it's artificial." he protested.
"Artificial foods don't exist, Tamaki."
"You're now calling me Tamaki."
"You told me so." Haruhi demanded.
Tamaki smiled. "I see." he said as he noticed some bits of the beef were left on Haruhi's cheeks. He reached for some tissue and wiped it by himself. Haruhi was astounded. "Be careful when you eat."
"I'm careful. You don't have to do that." she said.
"There's nothing I can do."
They ate their food silently, not saying anything. Only their munching can be heard and the awkwardness won't go away. Being with him is something Haruhi didn't imagine since they are always together with the other members. Mustering her guts, she looked at Tamaki while he's eating. She closed her eyes and left Tamaki speechless when she kissed him at his left cheek. Tamaki spun around, to see her smiling at him. Tamaki blushed.
"Haruhi…" he said.
"You know, I never thought I would fall for somebody like you." she broke the silence.
Tamaki stared at her.
"It's a magical feeling, Tamaki for me to like you."
"You really like me?" he asked, seriously.
Haruhi nodded. "I do like you. 'Cause this is real and this is good."
Tamaki smiled as he cupped Haruhi's face. "Haruhi."
They smiled to each other as they both finished eating their food. They headed to the clothe section, with his hand carefully holding her hand. Tamaki never felt so happy than this, holding Haruhi's hand – both lost at each other's stare, both found themselves in love with each other. But most of all, it's built to last.
They came from the pension around 8:24 in the evening. It was dinnertime when they greeted the members. Tamaki excused himself to just take a shower while Haruhi joined the members. Hunny-senpai jumped for joy, seeing Haruhi happy.
"Haru-chan, Haru-chan!" he said, happy. "Usa-chan wants to kiss you!"
Haruhi smiled. "Hunny-senpai, where is Hikaru?"
"Hmm, I think he's outside."
"Thank you, Hunny-senpai."
"You're welcome, Haru-chan!"
Haruhi then left the dining room as she went outside, only to see Hikaru staring at the blank sky. He didn't notice Haruhi came out as he silently ponders by himself. "It's cold."
"Then why are you here?" he was startled to hear Haruhi's voice.
"Ha-Ha-Haruhi!" he said, shakily. "What are you doing here?!"
"I saw you here. Is that bad?"
Hikaru looked upset again. "Just leave me alone."
"I finally remember the time you told me you like me."
Hikaru looked at her. "So?"
"You want a respond, right? Who doesn't, right?"
"And why are you telling me this thing? Are you now petrified because you always see me upset to you? Are you like, having pity on me?" he asked question by question.
"I can't respond."
Hikaru's eyes widened. "Haruhi…"
"It's true, I do love someone else Hikaru."
He didn't answer.
"I can't date two people at the same time. My heart's content now with whom I'm dating with."
"Suou Tamaki, isn't he?" Hikaru said.
Haruhi nodded, serious. "I'm true to you – I love Tamaki."
Hikaru felt his heart was broken into million pieces. "I understand."
"And I don't like to hurt you, Hikaru."
"You're already hurting me, Haruhi."
Haruhi stared at him.
"But I'm not giving you up with Lord. I'll do anything for you to realize that I am the one for you!" Hikaru raised his voice, afraid to lose.
And as he said this, he left Haruhi again like he always does whenever he's provoked. It was something he does habitually when losing. But the battle is just beginning. Can he win Haruhi's heart or end up losing the two of them?
Next Chapter: One on one
A/N: an update! I know, it's OOC. But I can't help typing these words because I'm crazy about Tamaki and Haruhi! Anyway, in the next chapter, Hikaru will face Tamaki and will tell him all the feelings he have for Haruhi. One on one, they will face each other. What will Tamaki do with this confession? Will he give up Haruhi for Hikaru because of their friendship? And will Hikaru ever realize he's just hurting himself? Find out in the next chapter!
