Haruhi's P.O.V
The rest of the weekend flew by and before I knew it, it was Monday. When I got to school, I kept my eyes on the ground and immediately walked into what felt like a brick wall. I stumbled back a step and apologized, "I'm sorry, I wasn't paying attention to where I was going." I moved to step aside with my eyes still on the ground when they stopped me by grabbing my arm. "Haru-chan are you okay?" I looked up to see Mitsukuni and the rest of the host. "Yeah, I guess I'm just not awake yet." He looked at me in his character for the club since we were at school but I could see the concern in his eyes. "I'm okay really. I will see you all in club." After that I gave them all a smile and headed to class.
~TIME SKIP~
The day passed rather uneventfully but, I just couldn't concentrate. It wasn't that I was sad or anything, just not into it. Father extended his trip so I wouldn't have to worry about taking a beating for a while, but I couldn't help looking over my shoulder, waiting for him to appear. Waiting for him to show up and destroy everything good that has been happening. To top it all off because of it, I had nightmares and had gotten very little sleep. When the last bell rang I headed down to the club room. Once I had arrived I was actually on time for once, in fact I was the first one advantage of this I put all of my things down in the back room and proceeded to the kitchen. Once in the kitchen I started my pre-club duties. While I boiled the water for the coffee and tea, I started to plate the cakes,sweets, and other various snacks. My head was a million miles away though. I just can't understand why that jackass is still away. He never leaves me alone this long. In his words leaving me alone is, " the dumbest thing to do. If I went soft on your deserved punishment, bitch, you would learn nothing! Hell you would probably run me blind and do something stupid like accusin' me of torturin' you and try to get help! You stupid hore! You are worthless and it is my job to remind you of that! You will never amount to anything!" I sighed at that thought and pulled the kettle off the stove when I heard it start to whistle. I was just starting to brew the tea and coffee when I heard the doors open. I turned to see who it was and gave him a small smile. "Hey." I said in a soft voice. He walked closer and smiled back, "Hey. I figured you would be here since I saw your things in the back room." I nodded and and set the kettle back on the stove returning to my task, "Yeah, I figured I would get everything I needed to do for club done before everyone got here. I didn't need to stop by the library or deal with the twins on the way here so I was actually able to accomplish all my tasks before hand."
Hunny's P.O.V
"That makes sense. Where are the twins anyway? Normally the are dragging you to club." I asked Haruhi as I pulled her into my arms when she finished what she was doing. She looked up at me and said, " They are being held back by the teacher for disrupting our testing. I was released early for finishing before the time was up. Since I had nothing else to work on while the others finished, due to being ahead in my classes, the teacher didn't see a point in me staying." I nodded. Studying her I replied, "That makes sense." She was really worrying me. She seemed disconnected and off in her own little world. Not to mention that she had dark circles under her eyes and her behavior when she ran into me earlier today. Breaking me away from my thoughts she said, "Club should be starting soon. We should go out there and join the others." I nodded, "Okay. I guess you're right." I sighed. She laughed lightly at that and pulled my head down a bit by the collar of my shirt to give me a sweet kiss. When we parted she smiled and said, "Come on it won't be that bad." I smiled back and with one last kiss I followed her out to the main room. I continued to observe her throughout club time. Something is definitely off with her. She was paying little to no attention to the customers and seemed rather skittish. Thankfully, do to the fact that both Tamaki and Kyoya had family matters to attend to club ended half an hour earlier than normal. Closing time could not have come soon enough. I needed to talk to Haruhi and see what has her acting so strangely. After all the guest had been ushered out Haruhi started cleaning, Hikaru and Kaoru sat in the sitting area all us host normally occupied after club hours, Tamaki and Kyoya left almost immediately after, reminding us to lock up once we left and I joined the twins in the sitting area. "So Hunny-sempi, when will Mori-sempi be coming back?" the twins asked. "He won't be back for a couple of more days. He should be back in time for the trip to the beach though." We continued to talk casually about random topics until Haruhi came and joined us a few minutes later. As she sat down on the opposite side of the love-seat from where I was sitting she pulled out a text book. "You know, you shouldn't always be studying Haruhi. You need to loosen up every once in a while, and besides you won't be learning anything studying like that." The twins addressed Haruhi not a moment after she started looking at her book. "Did you ever think that maybe I enjoy studying? And what do you mean by, "you won't be learning anything studying like that"?" she snapped. They merely looked at her with an expression of you gotta be kidding me. "We know you like studying Haruhi, but there is more to life than just books." Hikaru started. "And you can't be learning anything because your book is upside down. Unless of course you read your books like that often." Kaoru added. "You okay Haruhi?" They finished together. I looked over at her expectantly, agreeing completely with what the twins had said. She closed her book in response, leaning back into the couch and closing her eyes briefly. "Yes, I'm fine. I'm sorry, I should not have snapped at you like that. Thanks for your concern, I'm just tired today is all." My troubled thoughts grew a little bit if possible, I feel as though there is something she is holding back. She isn't just tired, I can tell. She has been moving around as though she is injured in more ways than one, even if it is only barely showed. "Why don't you rest a bit in the back then Haru-chan and I will wake you later before I leave?" She looked over and gave me a sweet smile. "Okay, thanks Hunny-sempi." The twins left not long after she went to lie down and I finished my homework before I went to go and wake my love up. I walked into the back room to find Haruhi sleeping in the bay window without her blue blazer or tie on. She looked so at peace. Walking up to her I sat next to her on the window seat before gently shaking her awake. "Haruhi, Haruhi, it's time to get up." She stirred a little before she opened her eyes to look up at me. "Hi Hunny." She said after a moment. "How long was I asleep?" I looked at my watch a moment before answering, "Just over an hour. How was your nap?" Scrunching up her face she looked deep in thought for a moment. "Umm, I don't really remember. But, I really did need it. I was exhausted." she replied. Leaning down I kissed her forehead. Pulling back a little bit I looked into her eyes, "I could tell, are you alright Haruhi? You have been a bit off today and I can tell that it is more than you being tired." She shrunk away from me a bit and sat up. Now sitting next to me she stubbornly avoided looking into my eyes. Instead she settled for focusing on playing with in her lap instead. "Yes, I'm fine. Just… just an off day is all." A sad look came to her face and I couldn't bare it. Why is she holding it in like this? Taking her face in my hands I squatted down in front of her like a baseball catcher and looked up into her eyes from my lower angle. She leaned into the touch. "Babe, come on, talk to me. I know you well enough to know that there is more wrong than what you are letting on. Why the off day, Love?" She sighed before finally giving in and telling me what was wrong. "I don't know. I think it was because I had a lot of nightmares last night. I just wasn't able to shake them off." I gave her an understanding smile, "I'm sorry. What were your nightmares about." She closed her eyes for a moment and took a deep breath. " My, my father." I could tell by her voice that it had truly rattled her. I stood up and pulled her into my arms, locking her in a strong embrace. "Well it was only a dream right? Surely nothing is wrong with him or has happened to him." Her eyes grew distant and she replied in a cold, detached voice, " Yes, you're right. It was only a dream." That was weird I wonder what kind of relationship she has with her father. Her tone of voice makes it sound as though they really don't get along. I held her a little tighter in my arms and said, " Tell you what it is almost 5:30 now, why don't I take you to dinner and then I can take you home? I have the perfect place in mind." She looked up at me and gave me a sweet smile, "Okay Hunny." I then lent down and captured her lips in a kiss that ended too soon for both of us and we were on our way.
The drive on the way to the restaurant was peaceful and quiet, the majority of the ride spent in silence. When we got close to our destination I had Haruhi close her eyes. "Where are we and why do I have to have my eyes closed?" She asked in an amused tone. "Well if I tell you it will ruin my surprise for you." She giggled at that and I then helped her out of the car leading her a few steps from it. "Okay, now open your eyes." She did as I told her and her eyes lit up. She gave me the most breath taking smile and a huge hug. "Thank you so much." I smiled back at her, "No, problem. I figured this would be a good place to go since you had a bad day. That and we did promise Mama Ruth to come back soon." I replied as I led her into the restaurant. Much like the first time when we entered we were greeted by many people and sat at the bar. Not long after we were seated Mama Ruth came and greeted us. After she gave us huge hugs she asked us what we wanted to have for supper. Haruhi was first to respond, "Can we have Rocky Road ice cream and Triple Chocolate Brownie Fudge cake please Mama Ruth?" Mama Ruth looked at her, "No you can't. How many times do I have to tell ya' you can't have dessert for supper. Now whats wrong sugar? You gave that up a long time ago and only try pushing your luck when you have had a bad day." She then looked at me, "This isn't your fault is it? She better not be upset because of you or I swear I'll skin you alive!" Haruhi quickly jumped in, "No Mama, he didn't do anything. He actually brought me here to cheer me up. It has just been a long day so I figured I would try my chances with desert for supper." She nodded seeming pleased by that answer and smiled at me, " I knew I liked you kid! You are just too cute and kind! Taken care of my baby girl like that, it just warms my heart. Now since I am not going to get anything but the desert menu out of her, what would you like to have for supper?" I smiled at her and responded, " Spaghetti would be great, Mama Ruth. Thank you." She smiled and pinched my cheeks bringing me into a hug, going on about how 'cute' I was before disappearing into the kitchen. "So no desert for dinner huh?" I asked Haruhi in a amused tone. Not even I had ever tried my luck at that subject with my parents. She looked at me and gave me a shy smile that I found completely adorable. "Yeah, when I was little Aaron and I would try to get away with having desert for supper all the time. It never worked though so eventually we both gave up." She replied in a shy voice. Aaron? Who is Aaron? Deciding to ask her I voiced my thoughts now curious. " Who is Aaron?" She looked at me with a blank expression and blinked a couple of times. "Who is Aaron? Haven't I told you about him?" I shook my head no. Please tell me this isn't some old boyfriend... that would suck. She then looked at me with a smile, "Oh, I'm sorry. I thought I had. Aaron is my older brother and best friend." She stood and grabbed a photo off the wall and brought it over. It was a photo of her and a boy who was older than her by a bit. They looked very similar wearing matching mechanics overalls and hats. Haruhi was being held by the boy on his hip, she was probably no older than five in the had grease all over themselves, and were smiling and waving at the camera. I remembered seeing this photo before and thinking they could be related somehow. Huh so I guess they are siblings. "The boy in this photo with me is Arron. He is seven years older than I am." She smiled at me. "That is really cool I didn't realize you had a older brother." She nodded and went to say something, when Mama Ruth came back with our food and noticed the picture. The next hour or so was spent eating and telling stories that happened between the two siblings. It eventually came time to leave the restaurant and we decided to walk around the park. Just like the last time we were here we lied under the huge tree on top of the hill there. "So." Haruhi started, "Do you have any siblings?" she asked. "Yes, I have a younger brother, Chika." I answered. My expression became a little sad at the thought of him. Haruhi who had been looking at me noticed. "Whats wrong Love?" She asked turning to lay on her side and look at me. My heart skipped at the endearment she used in place of my name for me. I smiled at her and turned to lay on my side to face her as well. I lightly kissed her and answered, "Nothing, it is just that my little brother isn't a big fan of me." She looked at me and gave a comforting smile. "I'm sorry love. It is probably just a faze. I mean you are a great guy and probably a good brother so eventually he will have to come around." I smiled at her words and stroked her cheek. "I hope you are right." We stayed there a while longer just enjoying each others company before we headed home. I took Haruhi home first and walked her to her door. When we got there she said goodnight and we shared a kiss. Just as she was about to head inside we heard a huge crash and glass break from inside. "What was that?" I asked. Right after we heard a few more crashes and I turned to see Haruhi frozen in place with the look of fear in her eyes. Cursing in a fake feminine voice was then heard. "Haruhi?" She looked at me and gave a vacant smile that broke my heart. "My Father must be home and it sounds like one of the cabinets broke again I should go help him." She absently stated making it clear that she was lying. "Where the hell is that stupid whore?!" The person inside spat. Haruhi flinched a little at the sound. I didn't like this. I didn't like this at all. Why was my love lying? Why did she have fear in her eyes? What was gong on? Was it safe to leave my love at home? Another crash sounded from inside the apartment. Haruhi looked at me and stated,"You should go. We have school in the morning and I need to go and help my Father." Her voice still halo. "She is going to regret being born when her trampy ass gets here! That no good bitch!" Another slurred yell. I grabbed my love gently by the shoulders and made her face me. "Haruhi whats going on? Are you safe here? Is he going to hurt you?" She looked me in the eyes and answered, "Nothing, He is probably just frustrated. I am and will be fine." Her voice still caring the sound of lies being told,dogging truly answering the questions I asked her. She then kissed me urgently as if it was the last time she would be able to do so and broke away at the sound of the next crash a moment later. "I'll be fine. Now you must go. I will see you tomorrow." She said frantically and hopeful. She then nudged me to the stair and nodded in encouragement for me to leave. She watched me get in the car and waited for it to start to move before quickly going inside. I did not leave. Something wasn't right. I had the feeling that something was drastically wrong.
Hey my lovely readers. I am sorry I have not posted in forever. I was stumped on how I was going to carry on this story. i finally decided to do this chapter manly in Hunny's perspective and try to show how observant I think he truly is. I did my best with grammar and such, so please forgive any possible mistakes. Note that Haruhi's father is drunk so I purposely messed up some of his grammar in his speech. Next chapter we will find out if Haruhi's situation is truly found out by Hunny or not. As always please review. Harsh criticism (Within Reason) and suggestions are always welcome! Thank you so much for reading and see you next chapter! LOVE ALWAYS ~GOTHROCKERGIRL~