Hola fellow fanfictioners! I hope u all like the way the story is going so far...welp here is chapter 12!

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Chapter 12

Selah never felt more at home when she was in nature. Not just any nature, the woods. Surrounded by the tall trees, and the rugged terrain. She leapt through the trees with precision. Selah stopped on a thick tree branch. Just below her stood a lone fawn. Its mother most likely long gone. Selah watched the fawn in fascination. It moved slowly, hesitantly. Almost like it was fearful of every step it made. Like it was trapped. And Selah found out why, a wild boar was watching the fawn as well.
Back at the Morinozuka Estate~
10:30, Takashi was already dressed and ready for his friends to come pick him up. He stopped at Selah's room only to find it empty. He figured she must have been down stairs eating breakfast. His parents and Satoshi were eating breakfast as well. "Mother, have you seen Selah?"

Mitsuki shook her head,"No, I thought she was with you." Takashi began to panic slightly, where could she have gone?
His father recognized his distress, "Takashi don't worry. She's probably just taking a tour of the estate. Relax." Takashi nodded glumly, taking a seat at the table for breakfast.
After breakfast, Akira left for work and Takashi questioned some of the servants on Selah's whereabouts. They did not know. He began to panic. Takashi searched the entire estate relentlessly. Satoshi offered to help as well. At 12:00, the Host Club arrived. A servant had them wait in the foyer. "Takashi!" Honey greeted Takashi, crawling on his shoulders. Honey noticed his anxious look, "Takashi, what's wrong?"
Back in the Forest~
The wild Boar began to attack the fawn. Selah leapt out of the tree, coming to the fawn's defense. The boar attacked her instead. The two snarled at each other like wild animals before they began to tussle. Selah lashed out at the animal with her claws. She sliced at the animal as it clawed and bit at her. Eventually tearing her jacket in half. Growing irritated, Selah struck her claws into the animal's belly. Looming over the creature as it's life faded away. The fawn was long gone by now. Hopefully in search of its mother. Looking down at herself, she scowled. Blood covered most of her chest and arms. Scrapes lined all of her body. She scowled, peeling off the tattered remains of her jacket (A/N: She wore a t-shirt underneath) then made her way back to the estate.
Selah's POV
When I made it back, the servants as well as Takashi were practically dripping with anxiety and distress. I wonder why. His heart was beating wildly. I walked into the house, closing the back door behind me. "Takashi, is something wrong?" His eyes widened when he saw me, then furrowed into a grimace. "Where were you," he asked trying-and failing to hide his anger and anxiety. "I was in the woods."
"The woods," he stated incredulously. I nodded, just now noticing 6 strangers in the foyer. "Who are they," I asked him. He stared down at me, still angry. Finally, he sighed, gripping the bridge of his nose. "I was very worried about you, you should have told me where you were going."
"I left very early. You werent awake at the time."
"Uh...Mori-senpai? Who is this," A tall blonde asked Takashi, peering down at me. Takashi placed a hand on my shoulder, "This is my foster-brother, Tsubasa." All of our eyes-except for Takashi's- widened at his statement. Foster...brother...? I stared up at him in confusion, my mouth agape. A tall boy with glasses smirked, "Hmm. That's interesting. That is very generous of your family to adopt a commoner." A small blonde boy hugged my waist, "Welcome to the family, Tsu-chan!" I reeled back at the force of his hug. A brunette girl, about my size smiled warmly at me, "Nice to meet you. I'm Haruhi Fujioka."
Two redheaded twins glared at me warily, "Hm. He doesn't look Japanese," one stated. "Are you from America," they both asked in unison. Before I could answer, a servant tapped me on the shoulder, " would like to have a word with you." I nodded then bowed to the group, "It was nice meeting you." With that, I turned on my heel, exiting the room.
Takashi's POV
We immediately exited the house, into the limo. "So, Tsu-chan seems nice," Honey commented. I simply nodded in agreement. "Why would your parents decide to adopt so...suddenly?" Karou asked, obviously suspicious. "Tsubasa is a family friend's son. My parents decided to take him in when she died."

"Where is he from," Haruhi asked. "Canada." Kyoya wrote in his black book rapidly, "A Canadian orphan? Interesting." By his tone, I could tell he did not buy the story. Well, he was going to have to. No one could find out about Selah. "So where exactly are we going," Haruhi asked stifling a groan. "To the commoner's mall, of course!" Tamaki says with glee, wrapping his arms around Haruhi. "I want to know allll about where you commoners get your clothes and accessories!" Haruhi struggled in his grasp as he nuzzled his cheek on hers.
Back at the Mansion~
Walking down the long corridors of the Morinozuka residence, I managed to find Mitsuki's room by the scent. I rapped on the door, waiting for a "come in." Mitsuki was sitting in a large room with walls lined with bookshelves. Floor to ceiling windows, and a fireplace. And to my surprise and silent joy, a grand piano. Mitsuki sat huddled on a chair by the window, reading "Of mice and Men." Her face lit up when she saw me, she closed her book, "Selah! Come in, come in!" I took a seat across from her. She stared at me for a few moments, "You look so much like Mary." I averted my gaze to the floor. She giggled, "No need to feel embarrassed." Glancing around the room I questioned, "Is this your library?" Mitsuki grinned, nodding quickly, "Yes! It took me a while to get this many books. But it was very much worth it."
"So, Takashi said you wanted to see me?"
She placed her book on the table, "Yes. Did Takashi tell you that we wish to adopt you?" I nodded.
A brilliant smile graced her face, "Well, we are. And I want to help you get settled in. So, I'm taking you shopping!"
Shopping...? "The clothes I have are fine." Mitsuki glanced worriedly at my clothes: worn white tee, Takashi's sweats, and combat boots.
"Well...you need more..."
"Ok. If that is what you think..." She clasped her hands and stood, "Great! Let's go!" She clung her arm around mine. "Where?' I asked warily as she dragged me down the halls. "To the mall of course," She stated , we went shopping.
At the Department store~
Most of the clothes Mitsuki chose for Selah she had to put back, due to the fact that she would be masquerading as a boy for the time being. Mitsuki's face fell when she told her. But she managed to get her some girly clothes she could wear around the house. Selah could tell that Mitsuki had yearned to do something like this, spending time with a daughter. Even though this daughter was her soon-to-be-foster-daughter. So, Selah endured all the long hours of trying on itchy, uncomfortable dresses.
Later~
Takashi came home that night to see that his father, mother, Satoshi and Selah were having dinner. "Oh, Takashi! How was your day?"
"Hello mother, my day was fine." Takashi gingerly takes a seat beside Selah. "Good, were all here. Well, I spoke with Chairman Suoh. Selah, you will be able to start school on monday. Your uniform is in your room." Selah stared at Akira questioningly, "What?"
"You will attend Ouran Acadmey this monday. Didn't Takashi inform you?"
Selah shook her head "no. Why wasnt I told of this? I do not need an education."
"Selah. It would be best if you attend school."
"Why?"
"Selah, we just want you to know what it's like to live the life of a normal teenager. Mary would have wanted this." Selah frowned at the mention of Mary, "Ok, if that is what you think best."
"So, what kind of school is Ouran Academy?"
~Dangerous Aspirations~
On monday morning, Selah reluctantly put on the Ouran Acadmey uniform. It consisted of a purple blazer, white button up shirt and black slacks. Not exactly her style. Taking the black beanie Takashi brought her, she placed it on her head to complete the look. Akira stated that the Chairman didn't mind that she wore a hat. "Whatever makes our students feel comfortable is fine!" He reassured with a grin. She grasped her suitcase off of her bed, then bound down the stairs to meet Takashi.
Takashi waited patiently in the dining room as a servant served him breakfast. He smiled when she descended down the stairs. Today was the day, he thought optimistically to himself.

"Take a seat," he offered. She complied settling down beside him. A servant placed a plate of Belgian waffles and rice in front of her. Based on the fact that Selah didn't touch her food, but kept her hands clasped in her lap, Takashi could tell she was very nervous. He placed a warm hand on her shoulder, "Hey. Everything will be fine." Selah nodded slowly in agreement. Mitsuki yawned, walking down the stairs. "Good morning you two,'' she greeted cheerfully. They greeted her a good morning. suddenly the doorbell rung.
Mitsuki opened the door to reveal Mitsukuni Haninozuka rocking on his heels at the door, with a big grin on his face.

"Good morning !" The woman smiled down at the seventeen year old, "Good morning Honey. Takashi is in the dining room."
"K! Good Morning Takashi and Selah!" Honey plopped down beside Selah, "Are you excited for your first day at Ouran?"
"I...yes." Honey smiled and engaged in conversation with Takashi. Selah tuned them out. Pondering on Ouran Academy. I've never been to real school before. Will it be challenging? Will their methods of discipline be severe? Will they-? She was interrupted by a honking of a car from outside. "You all should get going," Mitsuki called from the kitchen. "Have a good day!"
The three teens rushed out the door and into the waiting car. The drive to Ouran was long, Selah found herself becoming more and more nervous as the seconds ticked by, and the car neared Ouran Academy.
Finally, after what seemed like hours-but was actually about 20 minutes-they made it to Ouran Academy.