Pairing: Haninozuka Mitsukuni x Fujioka Haruhi

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"Mitsukuni".

"Yes, Haru-chan~?"

The brunette's eyes narrowed in suspicion, looking at her small senior. "What's going on?" She felt the limousine turn and she could see that they weren't going anywhere near her apartment complex. "Why are we driving around?"

Cue in Honey's water-filled eyes.

"Don't you wanna hang out with me anymore, Haru-chan~?"

"Stop it and just answer me." Haruhi replied scathingly, not believing his words. "You knew that I was in a hurry."

For a dense woman, she sure is sharp in this department. Honey sighed, might as well be honest with her. He didn't wanna upset her further by dishing out more lies to keep her out of the loop. "We're being followed, Haru-chan."

Her irritation with Honey instantly vanished and was replied with anxiety.

Honey sighed, again. Her reaction was exactly why he didn't wanna tell her. He jumped from his seat and took residence next to her. He took her hands in his and gave it a reassuring squeeze. "It'll be okay Haru-chan, ne~?" He beamed at her, hoping to ease her worry. "Takashi and I will figure this out."

Haruhi nodded and smiled softly, believing in him. "So, will your driver keep dodging this stalker?"

The small blonde seemed to think for a bit before facing his tall cousin. "Takashi, you think we should try it?"

Mori simply nodded in response. He pressed a button near him which brought down the privacy window between the driver and the passenger. "Daichi-san." Mori spoke.

"Understood, Morinozuka-sama."

Haruhi looked at her tall senior, curiosity burning in her brown eyes. "What's going on, Mori-senpai?"

Mori took the seat next to her and gripped her other hand. "Trust us, Haruhi."

Honey skidded closer to her and leaned on her arm. "Hold on tight, Haru-chan~!"

Just as she was about to ask the same question, she felt the limo pick up speed and unconsciously tightened her grip at the hands that were giving her assurance that it'll all be okay.

Mom, help…

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Arata Aki, the professional driver of the Hitachiin's for more than 18 years, frowned at the direction of the limo that his young masters wanted him to follow. It was heading straight to the city highway. "Hikaru-sama, Kaoru-sama." He called out to the twins.

"What is it, Aki-san?" Kaoru replied. His twin was too engrossed in the limo that they were following.

"I think it's dangerous to keep following that car." Aki said. "The direction they're going leads to the city highway."

"What?" Hikaru said in disbelief, absolutely unhappy with that information. "I thought Haruhi wanted to go straight home!"

"It seems they've sensed us, Hikaru-sama, Kaoru-sama." Aki supplied.

I knew it. Kaoru thought and sighed. "Aki-san, let's go home." The younger twin ordered.

Aki nodded, pleased with the order. "Yes, Young Mast –"

"Don't stop!"

Kaoru's eyes widened and panicked. "Are you crazy, Hikaru? Are you trying to get us killed?!"

Aki gulped, uneasiness kicking in. This was not going well. It was easier to handle mischievous twins that wanted one thing than twins who wanted different things at the same time. He was scared of the thought that they'd get so heated up in their argument that they would attempt to steer the wheel themselves… and probably steer it to their deaths.

"I thought Haruhi was our best friend, Kaoru!"

This is getting really bad… Aki sweatdropped, his focus angling towards the angry shouts at the back rather than the road. He was getting so edgy waiting for the final order of his masters that his eyes were getting unfocused… not noticing that a young woman holding the hand of a small child was crossing through the pedestrian lane…

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"I think we've lost them, Morinozuka-sama."

Haruhi couldn't help but release a huge sigh of relief. That sharp turn earlier that led to the city highway did nothing but increase her anxiety. If Mori and Honey weren't holding her, she probably would've flown off from her seat. "Are we really safe now?" Haruhi inquired, eyeing her short senior whose eyes was still trained at the back window of the limo.

"I know you're in a hurry to head home Haru-chan," Honey started, his voice turning serious. "But I think we need to drive a few more minutes just to make sure they didn't just take a shortcut and possibly cut us off."

Anxiety was slowly creeping up again, unconsciously tightening her grip on the hands that were giving her assurance. She knew that this anxiety wasn't needed. She was with the strongest fighters in Japan! Whoever was trying to follow them was probably one of the biggest dolts in the universe, trying to sign for their death wish. But still, even knowing that, she can't help but think that something might go wrong.

Honey could see that Haruhi was getting nervous again. Without much thought, he placed his free hand at the back of her neck and gently, guided her head to his, foreheads touching. He could feel Haruhi's forehead slightly warming up and could see her cheeks getting that red hue.

The brunette could not stop but stare into Honey's honey-colored eyes. They were so bright, if hit with a natural light, specks of gold could be seen; they were dazzling, swimming with emotions that she could not recognize yet made her feel warm on the inside. What are you doing to me…

"Haru-chan," He started softly, staring straight into Haruhi's chocolate eyes. "You're safe with us. We will all go home in one piece," He spoke with such emotion that made Haruhi's heart melt and was reminded again why she fell in love with this person in the first place. "Trust us, okay?" Haninozuka Mitsukuni was not a boy. He was a man with discipline, honor, and passion.

Speechless, all she could manage was a simple 'Hm.'

Haruhi was not the only one reminded of why her feelings developed, even Honey was too. She was blunt, dense, and practical to boot, but he loved it. She was different from all the girls who wish to be pampered and showered with material gifts. She was simply Haruhi; honest and passionate…

Intoxicating.

Her scent filled his entire being… and he could feel his monster trying to break through his control, but still, his control won. He was still winning her, she wasn't his yet, it was not yet the time to get territorial – and besides, his cousin was there. He'd probably shove his small ass out the limo if he so much as sensed ill intentions towards Haruhi.

Slowly, he backed away and gave her his usual toothy smile. "Just a few more minutes Haru-chan, ne~?"

Again, she simply nodded and responded with a simple "Hm."

Was she becoming Mori-senpai?

…

There was something wrong between the two of them.

She was absolutely, irrevocably, and explicitly sure that something was going on between the Hitachiin twins… and it worried her so much.

Yes. She was worried. This… whatever this fight was; it was something different. It wasn't one of their annoying fights just to get her attention.

It started off in the morning.

Kaoru came in the room first… without Hikaru. That was the first thing that she noticed. Every single day, even when they attempted their obviously staged fights, they'd always come in together. As Kaoru came closer to her table, she asked where Hikaru was.

Kaoru's amber eyes dimmed… and faked a smile and said that he wouldn't be able to attend morning classes.

Haruhi remained passive and nodded in response but at the back of her mind, she knew that something was up with the two of them. "Kaoru," Haruhi called, eyeing her best friend.

"Hm?"

"You'll tell me if something is wrong, right?"

His eyes flashed with something akin to… panic?

"I may get annoyed with you two sometimes but you know I consider you as my best friends." She admitted, hoping that whatever is troubling the twins, they'll at least confide in her and let her help.

A pained smile and a hug that spoke volumes of relief was the response of the elder twin. "Whatever is going on between me and Hikaru, Haruhi," Kaoru spoke softly in her ear. "We will get through this." He stepped back and patted Haruhi's brown lock. "Hikaru just needs to grow up and realize some things."

The brunette blinked. "What brought that on?" She scooted and offered half of her seat to Kaoru who willingly took it.

"Something… happened." Kaoru admitted, raking a hand through his hair.

Haruhi blinked, waiting for Kaoru to finish… but nothing came. "…then?"

Kaoru sighed and once again directed Haruhi a pained smile. "I can't tell you, Haruhi. I'm so sorry."

Without thinking, Haruhi took one of Kaoru's hands and squeezed it gently. "It'll be okay, Kaoru." She offered a small advice hoping that it will at least lighten Kaoru's burden.

Morning classes ran by quickly.

Kaoru ate with Mori and Honey which surprised her two seniors, not seeing his other half, but kept mum about it.

Afternoon rolled by, finally, Hikaru came in.

Haruhi knew that Hikaru had a temper, and was definitely expecting a temper from him since he and his twin are not in good terms, but what she didn't expect was his blatant disregard of his classmates who called out to him… and the withering glare that was sent her way.

Haruhi had no words. She was shocked… then angry, then confused, then frustrated…

What in the world did she do to the stupid twin?

Whatever this was, it wasn't something that can be fixed in a day – that at least, she can sense. She had to do something before the hot-headed twin lost it. She pulled out her phone and sent a text to their almighty Shadow King.

To: Kyoya O.
Subject: Emergency… Truly…

Something's up with Hikaru and Kaoru. I don't think it's okay to open up Host Club today.

Haruhi

Their first period teacher finally came in but her mind wasn't ready for the lecture. She was worried – and maybe slightly miffed – at the Hitachiin twins. She felt her phone vibrate. She wasn't one to text in class so she had to excuse herself and told the teacher that she had to call her house for an emergency. When she was excused, she went straight to the men's bathroom and checked the Shadow King's reply.

From: Kyoya O.
Subject: You know this bc…?

How sure are you that this isn't some type of prank against you?

Kyoya

Haruhi huffed in annoyance. She was expecting this reply but that knowledge still didn't make her feel any less annoyed.

To: Kyoya O.
Subject: I swear to the Gods…

I know that it isn't. Kaoru and I talked this morning and he told me about him and Hikaru fighting. About what, he didn't say and won't tell. Hikaru came in this afternoon and ignored everyone… and looked at me like I was an eyesore.

Haruhi

Haruhi was starting to get nervous, she knew that there were cameras everywhere. She wasn't supposed to stay in the bathroom for this long. Finally feeling the vibration in her pocket, she fished it out again and hoped that Kyoya would just believe in her and let her get back to class.

From: Kyoya O.
Subject: Hmm….

Well… fighting twins would definitely decrease profits. Okay then, I'll cancel club today. Come in the club at the same time. Drag the Hitachiins with you… if you can.

Kyoya

Haruhi blinked. She wasn't expecting –

BRRR~

From: Kyoya O.
Subject: One more thing…

If this turns out to be some prank, the estimated amount of profits that we are supposed to gain today will be added to your debt.

Kyoya

She spoke too soon.

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"Mother! Why is club cancelled?! Why wasn't I informed?! I'm supposed to be the King of this –"

"Haruhi requested that we cancel club today."

Tamaki stopped his rant and directed his violet orbs to the small brunette who was sitting right beside Morinozuka Takashi. In an instant, Tamaki was kneeling in front Haruhi holding her small and soft hands in his rough ones. "Haruhi darling, is something wrong?" His eyes showing genuine concern for their secret princess. "You know you can always tell Papa –"

"I called the club off not because I'm sick or anything."

Tamaki's head tilted to one side, curiosity in his eyes. "Then what's wro –"

"Ah, Tono. She's probably being her selfish self today~."

Haruhi's eye twitched.

That was Hikaru.

"Hikaru!"

Here it goes…

"What? You're gonna defend her again, Kaoru?"

"Stop being so simple-minded, Hikaru! Haven't you heard a single thing I said yesterday?!"

Hikaru sneered at his twin.

"Oh I'm sorry, what I only registered was that Haruhi isn't only selfish. She's a big, fat liar too!"

At that point, Haruhi stood, her brown eyes burning with rage.

Honey, sensing that things were definitely gonna go downhill, immediately took one of Haruhi's hands and gripped it, preventing Haruhi from walking over to the stupid twin. Mori took hold of Haruhi's shoulders.

"Who the hell are you to say things like that about me?!"

Everyone, and I do mean everyone, winced at Haruhi's tone. No one has ever heard an angry Fujioka Haruhi… until today.

"I've been nothing but honest to you, Hikaru!" Haruhi shouted, feeling the hot tears coming. She was hurt that Hikaru would say that about her. She never lied about her feelings towards them whenever they try to disrupt her plans on weekends. She never lied about the designs they make just for her. She never did.

Hikaru, finally recovering from Haruhi's sudden outburst, faced the small girl with a vexed expression. "You? Honest? Ha! Stop saving yourself, Fujioka!" He can feel his blood turning cold, just imagining Haruhi's broken expression of what he's about to say will make him feel immensely satisfied. "I saw you yesterday with Mori-senpai and Honey-senpai! You said you were going home but nooooo, we saw you heading towards the city!"

Haruhi's eyes narrowed at his accusation… then something clicked in her mind.

"Were you the ones following us yesterday?" Haruhi's voice got dangerously low. "Honey-senpai and Mori-senpai sensed that someone was tailing the limo that's why they told the driver to drive around instead of bringing me back to my apartment…"

"Hikaru. Kaoru."

The room suddenly turned cold.

At that moment, everyone knew that if Hikaru or Kaoru were to say something wrong… they were dead.

Honey stepped forward, not relinquishing his hold on Haruhi's hand.

"Why were you following us yesterday?"

For the first time, Hikaru and Kaoru's gazes finally met… but were both praying that it wouldn't be their last.

What do we say?

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There you go! 14th chapter, finally served!

Phew, finally, I was able to get the time to write an update and upload it. Work has been so demanding.

To those who were offended by my story, I am terribly sorry. I did not mean for this story to belittle your sickness or anything. I simply touched the definition of 'arrhythmia' on the surface which is the irregular beating of the heart and immediately associated it with those typical love stories that girls or guys would get whenever they see the person they love – those hearts skipping beats and the like. I am terribly sorry. I will definitely do my research next time.

To those who gave honest reviews, thank you so much! I know that I'm just an amateur writer but seeing you guys enjoying my story makes me feel really happy T_T Whatever review you decide to give me, I'll take it with an open mind and hope to be a better writer in the future.

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NOTE: For those who ship Lin x Mai in Ghost Hunt, I'll be posting the first chapter next week!