Just About Insane
I clearly had to be just about insane if I had fallen head over heels for one of the Host Club members. Especially since I had fallen for the one that looked like a second grader. Who may that be, you may ask? None other than Haninotsuka Mitsukuni. Honey x OC.
By Adaelie
Author's Note; To those of you who have noticed, I have changed my pen name. Why? It's because my friend really wants to try her hand at being a fanfic writer. I will still be publishing under Adaelie and she would be Willow. She's extremely new at this, so cut her some slack when it comes to her first. But please, feel free to give her constructive criticism; I'm sure she'd appreciate advice from people other than me. Anyway, this will be Hanabi's birthday chapter. Nothing that resembles an actual party happens in this chapter; although her birthday is mentioned here and there as well as cake. Honey also has a little present for her at hand! I hope you enjoy this chapter! Happy early birthday Hanabi!
"Hanabi, Hanabi; wake up!" I groaned in aggravation, rolling over on my bed; only to find myself falling to the ground with a thump. I sat up now, glaring at my mother icily. She shivered a little as I groggily rubbed my eyes. "Leave me alone, Kokoro…" I mumbled, burying my face into my pillow that I had dragged down with me. "But, Hanabi! It's your birthday!" She chirped, although I did nothing but die inside. I hated my birthday. I always had, and I always would. It was always nothing but false excitement and sweets galore. Well, alright the sweets weren't all that bad. Except for the fact that the house usually smelled of burnt food most of the day. You wouldn't believe how many tries it takes my mother to bake a perfect cake. It's insane. "I don't care." I mumbled quietly, closing my eyes as I tried to sleep again.
"You don't care, Hanabi?!" She exclaimed. Oh, not this again. I held the pillow over my ears now. "I was lying on my back in labor for hours, just so that you would be born; and you don't care about celebrating the day of your birth!?" She exclaimed, looking near tears. Do you think I could suffocate myself with this pillow? "Hanabi, come on! I want you to have a party!" My mother exclaimed happily, grinning at me. She was chipper as always, I see. "No." I answered, trying to go back to sleep. "But I already called up your friends from school! They're coming over right now!" I died a little inside, right then and there. "Which friends?" I muttered, turning my head dangerously towards my mother.
"Oh, well that Tamaki boy. And Kyoya, Hikaru, Kaoru, Mori, Honey, and Haruhi, of course!" Kill me now, just kill me now. "I don't want them here." I just wanted one day of peace for my birthday, was that really too much to ask for? "Why not?!" My mother cried out. I guess that was too much to ask for. Then again, I had forgotten that I was talking to Sakurai Kokoro. In other words, that one lady who never gives up. "No, Hanabi! You're having a birthday party, or I'm taking away Usa-hime!" My mother said, smirking slightly. "Go ahead." I answered, and I think I heard her drop onto the ground defeated. "Fine, Hanabi. You don't have to have a party." Good. "But they're still coming over!" Oh, damn.
"I really don't want them to come over…" I mumbled, although it was too late for me to protest anymore. She had already disappeared. I dragged myself up onto my feet, and I got myself ready for my little birthday escapades. No doubt that I'll get dragged somewhere I don't want to be. Then again, at the moment; I didn't even want to be here. Oh, the joys of being Sakurai Hanabi. Did Kokoro really insist on me making friends? I had already made friends. Couldn't she just be happy with that and live with it?
The phone rang and I slid down the handrails of the stairs before picking it up. "Hello?" I greeted. "It's your father, Hanabi! I'm coming to pick you up for a little fun on your birthday!" Tamaki squealed through the phone. "How do you know it's my birthday?" I mumbled. "Your mother told us!" Of course. Of course my mom had something to do with this. She always had something to do with me. "Fine…" I mumbled; although the phone had already went dead. "Target," An arm wrapped around my right. Oh, not this again. "Captured!" I was immediately dragged out the door, as my mom flung her present from the stairs at my head. It landed on my stomach and I had the chance to get my hands on it before I was flung into the limo again.
I landed on the ground, sitting next to Hikaru now. He apparently had insisted on everyone riding their separate limos, and I was with Hikaru and Kaoru. It had been Honey's idea. He was probably worried about me getting hurt if I sat on the ground again. It was no wonder. "Where's everyone else, Hikaru?" I asked, turning my head to the left. The twin smiled, and the other one did as well. "We're getting you separately." Hikaru said. "Because we all," Kaoru began. "Thought it'd be," Hikaru continued. "A lot more fun." They both finished now. I sighed, blowing my ebony hair out of my face. "So, where are we going then?" I mused, staring at the two. "We're going to our house." Kaoru said, smiling at me faintly. "Why?" I asked. Neither of the two answered.
Instead, I was dragged towards the Hitachiin mansion. I felt so special. Not.
I stood there now, as the two took random measurements of me; at least before rushing off and leaving me clueless. I shrugged, looking around the mansion quietly. It was so big and empty. It was nice actually, I looked at several pictures; blinking as I stared at them. There were a few pictures of Hikaru and Kaoru as kids and as preteens. They were pretty cute back then. It was no wonder they looked the way they did now. They always looked like they were together though. They had been together from the start, and never separated even once. The few times they did no doubt that they were constantly worried about the other. I thought it was sweet in a strange way. But they looked so lonely in the pictures. It was hard to believe that Hikaru and Kaoru were the way they were now, in contrast in the way they used to seem.
Pictures could not ever capture real emotions, although it seemed as though I could see it. "So you're looking at our pictures?" Kaoru said, looking down at me now. "Yeah," I answered, smiling softly. "So what do you think of us, Hanabi?" Hikaru mused. "You two were pretty cute back then…" I thought aloud, although they seemed smug for a moment before seeming distressed. "We aren't cute now?" Hikaru said, almost appalled. "No, you two are still pretty cute." I said reluctantly, although I smiled all the while. They laughed childishly, and I couldn't help but laugh too. After a while, it was Tamaki's turn; so with that the twins both kissed me on the cheek handed me a present and I went on my way.
"My darling daughter, you're growing up so fast!" Tamaki squealed as I slid into the limo aside him now. "I'm seventeen now. I'm not that old mother." I teased, although he took it light heartedly now instead. I just smiled before watching as the limo came near a park. "Really, Tamaki? You're taking me to a park for my birthday?" I said, laughing a bit. He looked sad for a moment. "Not that I mind it or anything, I just thought that you'd blow me out of the water or something by taking me to the US or something." I said, smiling softly as the door opened. I slid out, and Tamaki followed suit. "Happy birthday, Hanabi!" He cheered as we both went to the playground, playing on the things a little and had a game of kick the can. It was pretty weird, but it was nice that he was embracing my 'commoner' lifestyle.
After a while, we sat down. The ice cream truck came by and I grinned softly. "Let's get some ice cream Tama-chan!" I said. His eyes glimmered at the fact I called him Tama-chan, as I grabbed his wrist and tugged him after the truck. It looked a bit awkward though, as he's possibly a foot taller than me… or two feet… but that's not the point. The ice cream truck stopped, and I squealed like a little kid. Tamaki was unsure, but he seemed a bit excited. Obviously he hadn't encountered anything of the like when he was a child. The ice cream vendor stood there at the counter, smiling as he looked down at me. "What do you want, cutie?" I smiled happily as I tugged on Tamaki's pant leg. He smiled softly, patting me on the head. "Can I have a vanilla and chocolate swirl?" I asked. He nodded and I squealed with excitement. "What do you want mommy?"
The vendor looked confused, looking at Tamaki (who clearly was a boy) and then at me. Mommy? Where? "I'll have what she's having, thank you." He smiled, as the vendor nodded before setting off to get our ice cream. Alright, alright. I was being a little kid, but I mean could I help it? It's ice cream. It brings out the little kid in all of us! "You have money, right Tama-chan?" I said, smiling. He nodded, at least before handing the vendor the money. Eventually, it was Kyoya's turn with me; and I left Tamaki who was a bit sullen about my leaving. He gave me a quick hug and then gave me another present before I left with the 'Shadow King'.
I slipped into the limo now, smiling as Kyoya graced me with silence. Oh, sweet bliss. "Where are we going, Kyoya?" I asked finally, looking at him silently. "To the library, Hanabi." That seemed so like him. Actually, that seemed so like my dad. "Okay daddy," I sighed; although the fact I had called him daddy seemed to work his nerves pretty well. The rest of the ride was silent, and I didn't dare ask if we were going to the public library. For all I knew, he very well may bombard me with statements about how public libraries are filthy and… well, whatever else he was thinking.
Or he might just be quiet. I wasn't sure.
Eventually, we approached a rather extravagant looking library, and my eyes widened in amazement. It looked so pretty from the outside. I got out of the limo next and then got onto my feet with Kyoya following. We hung around in the library for a while as I looked through the books. "Hey Kyoya," I said, looking at the Ootori boy. "Hm?" He answered, looking up at me quietly. "Why do you act like such a jerk all the time?" I asked. "A jerk all the time, Hanabi? I would hardly think so; I'm a gentleman as far as I'm concerned." Leave it to Kyoya to say that. I picked out a book and sat down, eyes scanning the pages a bit. "What are you reading, Hanabi?" He asked, peeking over my shoulder. "A fantasy novel." I answered, smiling softly.
The rest of the time, we read and read until it was Haruhi's turn. I didn't really think that she would go for this sort of thing. Normally, she was against forcing people to do anything. But by this time of day, I was perfectly fine with it. I thought it was pretty fun actually. Of course, she didn't have a limo so we just walked. It was nice though. I haven't walked any where in some time. For the most part, I just drove every where. "So Haruhi, you're a scholarship student, right?" She smiled back at me and nodded slowly. "Yeah, I got here on scholarship. I want to be a lawyer, actually." She said.
"That's cool." I answered, nodding slowly. "So, what made you join the Host Club?" It was strange that Haruhi was in a host club. For one thing, she was… a she. And two, well… actually there was no two. Just the first reason. "Kyoya kind of made me." She said, shrugging slightly. "You have a thing for Kyoya?" I asked, raising an eyebrow as she shook her head nervously. "No, I broke a vase… and I'm just paying back my debt." She said, laughing a bit nervously. I guess the topic of anything romantic was the last thing on her mind.
Eventually, we reached her apartment. I met Ranka, and he seemed happy that I was Haruhi's friend. Although I barely could consider the fact that I was really Haruhi's friend. I rarely talked to her when I came to the Host Club, and even so; she was nice to talk to though. I guess she's my friend then. After a while, it was just about sunset and it was time for me to pass over to Honey and Mori. I wasn't really surprised that Mori and Honey had me at the same time. Mori cared about Honey so much it was unreal, but sweet all the same.
"Hi Hana-chan!" Honey exclaimed happily, and Mori just nodded his head in acknowledgement of me. I sat next to Honey, smiling softly. "So how was your birthday so far, Hana-chan?" He asked happily. "It's been actually really exciting, to be honest." I said, laughing a little. "If this happens again next year, I might just die." I joked. "So where are we going, Honey?" I mused. I never really asked Mori anything. He'd always just be sitting there like a rock. "To the beach." Mori said aloud now, and I blinked. Was that the first time he's talked since I've met him? Apparently so. "Um, okay." I answered, staring at my feet; kicking back and forth now. It was a bit awkward to speak, although Honey wasn't completely aware of it. Instead, he just kept talking my ear off.
Why were we going to the beach again? Hadn't we just been there a few days ago? Eventually the limo took us to the beach, although it was virtually empty now. Mori had decided not to tag along, although it made me wonder a little. Rarely did he ever want to be away from Honey. Something was up, but I didn't want to point it out. "Honey, why did you take me to the beach again?" I asked, watching the sunset silently. I sat on the cold sand now and Honey did the same. "You really like the beach and I wanted to see you smile again." He said, grinning. "But I always smile as long as you're safe…" I murmured. He blushed faintly now, or it may very well be the sunset reflecting off the water and onto his face.
I leaned back on my hands, and he reflected the movement. Night soon fell, and I just smiled at him. He put his hand on mine, and a light pink danced across my face. Thank god it was dark. "Come on Hana-chan, let's take you home now." He said, getting up and dusting the sand off of his pants before holding out his hand to help me up. I grabbed onto his hand and pulled myself up. We both walked back to where the limo came again to pick us up. We drove back to my house, and I found several limos parked in front of it. Of course, the Host Club. How did I not see this coming?
I picked up all my presents before getting out. I knocked on the door as my mom came to answer it. "Hey Hanabi!" Kokoro exclaimed, and I just rolled my eyes. My mom could be… so mom like. "Come on in!" She chirped as Honey and I did as told before putting my presents down on a table. We both entered my kitchen, only to find it had been decorated all over with all of the Host Club covered in flour and frosting. I laughed a little. "Dear god, did a cake explode?" I teased as Hikaru and Kaoru looked at me faking anger before giving me a hug. I laughed a little as my mother brought out a perfect looking cake and gave me a hug and a kiss on the head. My father did the same; and I just laughed a little.
Eventually, I blew out the candles. I had a pretty good party all in all, but it was a little silly hearing my mom tell the tales of the many cakes they had all tried to bake. They hadn't gotten it right until Haruhi came to help. One by one, each of my friends left. They all gave me a hug or a simple wave. Each one saying happy birthday to me. The last to leave was Honey, and I just smiled at him. "Hey Hana-chan, why don't you open my present?" He asked, and I nodded quietly. I opened the box, and found nothing inside. "Hey Honey, you didn't put anything in h…" I lifted my head just then, and I found myself kissing Honey. I blushed furiously, although I had no objection.
He broke it only minutes later, and I blushed still. "I didn't know what you would like, but Koko-chan said that you'd want a kiss!" He said happily before waving bye at me.
"Happy birthday Hana-chan!"
Oh, so my mom had told him to? I narrowed my eyes at Kokoro, although she had run away somewhere. I just shook my head and opened the rest of my presents. Hikaru and Kaoru had gotten me something of a ballroom gown. It was gorgeous, although I doubted I'd wear it; I had to say thank you to them tomorrow. From Tamaki, I had gotten a teddy bear, and I just giggled. Kyoya gave me a fantasy book. It was no wonder he had asked. For all I knew he probably hunted down that information on me. Mori had given me a hug earlier so; I guess that was good enough. Haruhi gave me a headband that I thought was really cute actually. And Honey had given me a kiss.
I touched my lips now, at least before walking up the stairs again and going into my room. My mother had told him that I wanted a kiss? Even if Kokoro could get a little crazy every now and then, her heart was always in the right place. So I suppose I couldn't blame her for that. I dropped onto my bed and smiled a toothy grin.
I was happy.
Author's Note; Sorry if this chapter seemed a little rushed. I thought it was pretty fun though, and as for Honey's present to Hanabi; I didn't think that it would be very in character if he kissed her because he wanted to. So, I had Kokoro to be at fault again. Anyway, I thought it was cute, so sorry if you didn't like the way it turned out. Happy early birthday, Hanabi!