Azalea's POV

It was great to be back to normal. Returning to school I saw how much things had changed since I had been gone. Hikaru and Kaoru were sitting with us which I wouldn't complain about, they were our friends after all, but I did wonder about who Haruhi sat with now. Nora had also joined us, I didn't know her but everyone had always thought she was weird. Ardea had been a bit distant the day I went back, I felt bad but I wanted to catch up with everyone.

It wasn't all good though. Reginald really had it out for Ouran, open days for Ouran students to have access to Whitewood and apparently see how much better Whitewood would be for them. Ardea had told me about what she had seen at school the day after. A Whitewood student taking pictures of Ouran. It couldn't be good whatever it was.

The whole of the host club were interested to hear about what Ardea had to say, especially Tamaki. His eyes lit up as he thought of different ideas of what would be going on. Luckily, I think Kyouya calmed him down although I wasn't entirely sure how. Ever since I had got out of the hospital I had been scared of Kyouya. I know he blames me for everything that's happened to do with Reginald and his attack on Ouran. I know I may have over-reacted a bit at the restaurant, but Reginald was disgusting and when he tried to feel me up, I panicked. A lot. I had agreed to a date with him, not that.

But anyway.

Some little chubby Whitewood Academy student had been sent to take pictures of Ouran. What could he possibly need pictures of the school for? Plus, they really should of sent a spy that would be able to run away. Not one that could be pinned to the ground easily. He gave could punches according to Ardea (much to the displeasure of Hikaru) but still. Usually Kyouya knew everything about the school, but even he seemed stumped about this one.

We spent all day thinking of the possible answers, but nothing came to mind. Even when Ardea and I got home and could discuss it together without teachers telling us to concentrate we came up with nothing. At dinner, Dad brought up the feud between Whitewood and Ouran just as we had given up.

"Mr Suoh was telling me of the problems that Whitewood has been causing for Ouran. You don't know why this would be do you?" Dad asked. Ardea and I shot quick warning glances at each other. What to say?

"Errr, no," was the first thing that popped out of my mouth. What an idiot. Plus I sounded like a commoner.

I excused myself from the table and went to get my mind off all the problems with Ouran. On a more positive note, Christmas was nearing. I had already bought Dad a present, although I had had some trouble. What to give a man with the money to buy himself everything? Although I suppose the same could be said for me. In the end I bought him a new suit, wallet and briefcase. Something he could actually use.

Ardea was more difficult to buy for. She hadn't been living with us long and in the time she had, I'd learned lot's about her personality – but not what she liked to do. I had bought her a masquerade mask for the annual masquerade ball at Ouran, but I'd liked it so much I'd kept it for myself. I bought her a couple of things to wear and a necklace, but it didn't seem like much. I had to get her to tell me about hobbies she used to have without her realising that I wanted to get her something for Christmas.

Not only did I have Ardea as an addition to my friends this year. I also had the host club to buy for. I had absolutely no idea what to get any of them whatsoever. Except Honey. I bought him a small house made entirely out of sweets, chocolate and cake. I got the feeling he might like that.

I wonder what Ardea got me for Christmas? That would be interesting to see!

The next school day was uneventful lessons-wise. In fact, because of the snow, barely any teachers came into school so Ardea and I spent most of our time in the Host Club.

"I have a brilliant idea!" Tamaki exclaimed as he twirled around the room excitedly.

"What would that be ?" The twins asked in unison.

"It's called Secret Santa. Apparently commoners play it all the time at Christmas. What happens is, you all put your name on a piece of paper and put it in a bowl, then we all take a name out without telling anyone else and get a gift for that one person! But you can't tell anyone! It's a secret."

Bless him, he looked so enthusiastic about his idea that I couldn't tell him I'd already bought one present. I'd just have to hope that I got Honey. I hoped that I could still give Ardea her presents I'd already bought her because she's my family, otherwise that would be a real pain in the ass.

So, we did as we were told and each pulled out a names. Some people looked cheerful and others... not so cheerful. Ardea looked happy enough, as did Mori (although he always made that face) and Kyouya. I took my turn and looked at my piece of paper. Unfolding the piece of paper I saw a very nice writing that almost seemed feminine.

Tamaki

Great.

Sorry this took so long, and sorry it's so short. I've been strangely busy lately and I couldn't find a lot to write for this chapter. Hopefully Silvana will do the next chapter quickly so I can do a nice long chapter because I'm busy Thursday...arrghhh

I think Silvana may have murdered me if I didn't get it out today :')

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Ash =3