Chapter 9

Disclaimer: I do not own Ouran or its characters, only Minato

Two more weeks has passed since the hide-and-seek game and Minato wonders why Mori hadn't bother to spend time with Haruhi. During those two weeks, Minato thought about who be the perfect match for Haruhi. He thought about Tamaki and Haruhi, but he figured it wouldn't work out well. Since Tamaki really does not see Haruhi as a girlfriend, but as a best friend. Besides, with the whole father and daughter relationship the blonde has with Haruhi it would be kind of creepy if they did go out.

Then he thought about the twins he thought they would be good for her, but the problem was that they both had feelings for Haruhi. He figured that they really won't go for Haruhi, since it would hurt their relationship as brothers. Once again, they're good as Haruhi's best friends.

That only leaves Mori, now he knew that these two would make a good pair. They're both mature, respect each other, and after listening from Haruhi about the incident at the water park and how Mori protected Haruhi. He knew Mori would protect Haruhi from danger. The problem was that Mori is always quiet and he never really says anything. Moreover, he's not doing anything to get Haruhi's attention. He had find out why Mori won't pursue his feelings.

After the club was over, Minato asked if Mori can speak with him privately once everyone leaves. Mori didn't know what the purpose what purpose is for the meeting, but he agreed anyway. Once everyone left, Mori asked Hunny to wait for him outside. Once Hunny left, there were only two.

"Mori-senpai…" Minato asked quietly.

"Hm?" Mori replied.

"I know that you like Haruhi." Minato stated. Mori wasn't expecting this, but he still kept his stoic face on. "I know that you like her and I want to tell you should go after her."

"?" Mori really didn't see this coming; did Minato want to talk to him about this? "Don't worry senpai; you're not in any trouble. Actually I want you to be with her. Let's face it; everyone else in the club isn't really a perfect match for Haruhi. Except you." Minato said, "The real reason I wanted to talk is that I want to ask you something."

"And what would that be?" Mori asked. Minato didn't answer back for a few seconds because he was in a state of shock. This was the first time that Mori had said words to him. Most of the time, all he could get from him was grunts or mumbles. After getting over his surprise, Minato continued to ask him his question. "Mori-senpai, how come you're not doing anything?"

"What do you mean?" Mori asked.

"What I mean is how come you just stay in the background and not pursue her?" There was a moment of silence, no one made a sound. "I have my reasons." Mori answered. "They have to do with Hunny-senpai." It wasn't a question, it was Minato's answer. "You want to stay by his side." Once again it was a statement. "I have to… he's my cousin. I need to protect him. I have to take care of him."

"Then what about you?" Minato asked. "Do you not want anything in life? You can't always be there for him."

"He's right Takashi." Mori turned around to see where the voice came from. He found Hunny standing next to the open door, while holding his rabbit plush toy.

"How much have you heard Hunny-senpai?" Minato asked. "Enough." Hunny replied. The small blonde teen walked up Takashi and looked up to the giant's eyes. "Takashi… you really are an idiot." Hunny said.

Mori was taken by this, he never heard or seen Hunny act like this. Except for that time where Hunny was on a ban from sweets. "You really need to think about what you want for once in your life. What is it that you want in your life Takashi?"

There was that awkward silence again; Hunny and Minato did not say anything. They were both waiting for Mori to say something. "There's nothing that I want really. I just want to protect-"

"If you're going to say that you want to protect Hunny-senpai then shut up. Don't give us that responsibility crap." Minato said.

"Takashi… I'm old enough to take care of myself and you don't need to always be there for me. Please Takashi; I want you to be happy and not just me." Hunny said, "Now answer me again and be honest this time. What do you want in your life?"

"…I…" Mori seemed to have trouble speaking the words he always wanted to say. "I… I want… I want to be with… I want to be with Haruhi."

"Then do it Mori-senpai." Minato said. "I'm telling you this now. Go for it. Do it now before it is too late."

Mori was thankful for having friends like Hunny and Minato; they were supporting him when his mind was clouded with confusion. Mori put a small smile on his and walked to the younger student of Ouran and gave him his trademark pat on the head.

"Thank you Minato. And you too Hunny." Mori said.

"Of course Takashi, you're my cousin I'd help you no matter what!" Hunny happily said.

"Okay enough of this mushy crap; let's go get something to eat!" Minato shouted. "And Mori-senpai is treating!"

"Yay thanks Takashi!" Hunny shouted in joy. Hunny and Minato ran out of the room together with smiles on their faces. Mori wasn't bothered by this. He was perfectly happy and he will do his best to win Haruhi's heart.


(Omake)

Minato took his seniors to a fast food place; this was really nothing for Minato, but this was something new for Mori and Hunny, since they never have been to a place where commoners eat.

Hunny got the kids' meal and Mori got a large burger combo. They got to their table and were prepared to eat, but before they could they saw that Minato only had a larger soda to drink.

"Huh? Mina-chan, why did you only get a drink? Is it because you didn't want to be a bother since Takashi is paying?" Hunny asked. "You don't have to do that Miyazaki, I'm fine with it really." Mori said.

"Umm, Mori-senpai. I-" But before Minato could finish, the waitress came and brought something with her.

"Here's your order sir, one peta-wac combo. Please enjoy!" And with that she left. In front of Minato was a huge burger with many layers to it, which would explain its name the peta-wac burger. (Peta- = 1x10^15)

Mori and Hunny's face turned to a shocked purple color; they never expect anyone to eat this much of food. Moreover, just how much would this cost for Mori.

After finishing their meals and paying the bill, Minato and Hunny had already left the building with Mori slowly dragging across the ground. Apparently, Minato's meal had robbed all of the money that Mori had with him, and he was rich! Just how much was that burger?