Hey Mina-san!! Here's the next chapter...not as fluffy as the last but it's coming ^^ be patient

Chapter 11

Haruhi woke as the sun gently rolled over her face. As she stretched her arms above her head she was surprised to find herself in her own bed.

"How did I get here?" she wondered, sleepily looking around her room. It was only when she saw a giant figure on the chair that she realised what had happened. Slowly she swung herself off the bed and walked over to the sleeping boy. Gently she shook his shoulder.

"Takashi...wake up."

He slowly opened his eyes, sat up and took in the sight before him. Bathed in the early morning light Haruhi beautiful, despite the fact she had on the same clothes as yesterday. He smiled at her.

"Good morning..." he muttered

"Did you stay here all night?"

"Un..." he answered as he stood up and stretched. "You were scared...I stayed in case you woke up."

"Th...Thank you...for looking after me" she said, blushing slightly, remembering what took place between them. Cupping her red cheek, Takashi directed her eyes to his.

"I love you..." he told her again, deepening her blush.

"And I you..." he nodded in response, releasing her cheek from his grasp.

"I have to check on Mitsukuni...will you visit?"

"Of course...we can have lunch in your room..."

"Hmm..." he walked towards the door and, with a lingering glance at his love, made his way from the room. Minutes later, there was a knock on the door.

"Yes?"

"Good morning, Princess. Did you sleep well?"

"Hmm...Yes, I did" said Haruhi, drifting dreamily towards her window

"After the storm?" Yuzuha asked, quietly inspecting Haruhi. "Something happened! Tell me, Haruhi!" she exclaimed, rushing over to Haruhi's side. As Haruhi looked at the older woman's face, she could not contain herself. She grabbed Yuzuha around the waist, squeezing her tightly.

"I love him, YuYu! He spent all night protecting me from the storm!"

Yuzuha grinned when she saw the sparkle in Haruhi's eyes.

"I'm so pleased! Let's get you dressed then. Quickly go get washed!"

After washing, Haruhi rushed from the bathroom. Yuzuha was holding a floor length dress in her arms. The cream creation was laced with gold and sparkled in the sun as Haruhi twirled around the room.

"Thank you, YuYu." The older woman just smiled at her.

"Is there anything else I can do for you, Princess?"

"Oh! Would you mind asking the kitchen to prepare a lunch for Takashi, Mitsukuni and I?"

"Certainly" she said, exiting the room with Haruhi.

"We're eating in Prince Takashi's room. Thanks YuYu!" Yuzuha watched silently as the young princess took off down the halls. She smiled.

Haruhi knocked on the door and was nearly bowled over as the small blonde propelled himself through the doorway.

"HIME!" he exclaimed nuzzling his face into Haruhi's stomach.

"Hello Mitsukuni. It's good to see you too" She smiled down at the older boy, wrapping her arms around his head. "Did you have a nice day yesterday?"

"Oh yes! Me and Tama-chan played lots of games!" he said, pulling her into the room. "Did you have fun?" Looking over at the tall boy standing by the window, Haruhi blushed.

"Yes. We had a lovely picnic."

Mitsukuni lead her over to the table and sat her down on one of the seats. He sat down next to her and Takashi joined them, sitting on the other side of Haruhi. Mitsukuni proceeded to tell them about everything he had done yesterday. To Haruhi it sounded like Tamaki had his hands full with the tiny teen. Soon enough there was a knock at the door. Lunch had arrived. They ate in silence, Haruhi and Takashi stealing glance at each other when they thought the other wasn't looking. Mitsukuni watched on, happy to see the love radiating between them.

"I should leave them alone...hmm..." thought the blonde, trying to concoct an excuse. He had it! Leaping from his seat he exclaimed, "I'm going to Umehito-kun! Bye!" and ran from the room. Takashi and Haruhi sat dazed. They continued to eat for a while longer until most of the food, except the cakes, were gone. After a few moments of silence, Haruhi looked over at Takashi.

"Would you like to go for a walk?" Takashi nodded. They left the room and walked around the castle. Haruhi answered the questions Takashi about its history. Soon, or so they thought, they made their way outside. They were surprised to find that it was actually quite late.

"How long did we walk around for?" Haruhi thought as Takashi led her in the direction of the beach. They both kicked off their shoes, letting the golden sand seep between their toes. Shoes in hand, they walked side by side along the shore. Without slowing down, Haruhi silently linked her small fingers through Takashi's large ones. He was initially shocked by this but eventually relaxed and tightened his grip on her hand.

"They fit..." he said, looking down at the brown haired girl. Haruhi looked from their hands to his face and smiled.

"Yeah, they do" she answered, giving his hand a light squeeze. They stopped and stared out at the ocean. Letting go of her hand, Takashi sat down on the sand. Haruhi followed, taking a place between Takashi's knees. Leaning back, she felt strong, sinewy arms wrap around her waist and a head nuzzle into her hair.

"I'm leaving soon..." said a cavernous voice in her ear.

"I know, but I'll see you soon..."

"Un...I'll miss you..." he pushed his face further into her hair, taking in her scent

"I'll miss you too..."

They sat silently for a while, breathing together, watching as the sun went down on one of their last night's together.

Hope you enjoyed that, I felt a little sad at the end :( let me know what you thought... time jump in next chapter...I'll try and get it up ASAP

Thanks for reading

LemoOoN

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