A/N - I'm sorry this is so late, and so short! I hope you enjoy!

Haruhi watched as the twins played hide-and-seek with Satoshi. She giggled. It's ridiculous how well the two have taken to him. Kyoya approached her, sighing. Plopping next to her, he groaned.

"What happened?"

"I told her."

She blinked at him, realizing what he was talking about. "Oh."

"Yeah. It just slipped out."

"What did she say?"

"It pretty much caught her off guard."

"Of course she was caught off guard. She just got into a relationship with Mori and you confessed to her."

"Well, I got friend-zoned. But, it doesn't matter anymore. I feel so much better now. Like, a weight was lifted from my shoulders. Now, I can focus on catching Takoba."

"You know we have our ball coming up."

"I'm aware. Since we have practically invited the man, we need to tighten up security. He's planning something, and I don't know what. So, you specifically need to be on high-alert."

"I get it. Honey-senpai has been teaching me to defend myself, but I don't know why I need to prepare myself."

"Takoba is unpredictable, so he could be targeting everyone close to Chihiro just to get to her."

"Oh. Do you think she's coming to the ball?"

"Knowing Mori, he'd bring her."

"Even with the risks?"

"Especially so. He doesn't want to leave her alone. But on top of that, he doesn't want to lock her away because of him, even though it may be a foolish decision."

"Then, what do you think he should do?"

"Honestly, leave her here. But, it would be unfair to her. We'll figure out the countermeasures for Takoba."

"You okay, senpai?"

"I'm perfectly fine. My heart hurts a bit, but time will heal it. I'm just glad that I didn't lose her."

"If you need someone to talk to, I'm here."

"Thank you, Haruhi. That means a lot."

The week went by without much problem. The couple took tours, and went shopping, which made Chihiro worry that she was over-stepping her bounds when Mori paid for everything. Granted he assured her that she was fine. However, by the end of the week, she realized how much she missed everyone, especially her children. So, the drive back home made her restless. Evidently, Mori had driven to their hotel. He thought it was smarter compared to having to wait for their ride.

"The host club is holding a ball," Mori was saying. "I was hoping you would be my date."

Chihiro blinked at him, a blush starting to paint her cheeks. "A-Are you sure? I'm certain that your fans wouldn't take too kindly to it. And, doesn't the club have strict rules on dating?"

He smiled. "Kyoya created that rule to minimize any dispute between the guests. It's more of a suggestion than a rule."

"Okay..."

"And I have a completely selfish reason."

"Oh?"

"I want to show you off."

"T-Takashi!"

"Not to Kyoya. While this is meant for the guests, we're also expecting them to bring their families. My parents will be there, and I want to introduce us as a couple."

"Don't you think it's kind of soon?"

"Perhaps, but I want to spend the rest of my life with you. I want everyone to know it."

"O-Oh..." She felt her heart flutter.

"Do you want to wait?"

"N-No! I have no idea how to describe it, but somehow, that made me really happy."

He took her hand and interlocked their fingers, a toothy grin plastered on his face. He kiss her hand and kept it by his side. "I'm glad."

When they arrived home, they were greeted by the twins as they launched themselves into their arms. Hideo had thrown himself into Chihiro's arms while Hiroko was caught by Mori.

"Mama and Taka-tan are back!" Hiroko grinned.

"We missed you!" Hideo added.

"We missed you, too," Chihiro giggled. "Where is everyone?"

"Haru-tan is making lunch while everyone else is setting up for something."

"Oh? Do you know what it is?"

"Nope."

"Hmm..." She eyed her boyfriend who only looked as curious as she felt. "Alright, why don't you two take us to Haru-tan. We can surprise her."

"Yeah!"

They followed the twins through the house, surprised by how quickly they memorized the layout.

"You know, they could be at school, preparing for the ball," Mori said.

"That's is very possible. But, wouldn't Haruhi be taking part in that?"

"Not all the time."

When they arrived to the kitchen, they found Haruhi preparing three plates of food, she humming softly to herself. It was a wonder how no one realized that she was a girl. Every single bit of her was feminine, and it made Chihiro want to laugh.

"I hope there's enough for us," Chihiro said, causing her best friend to nearly drop the serving spoon. When she spun around to look at the two, there was sheer surprise and excitement on her face.

"You're home!" And she lunged for a hug, knocking the older of the two onto the floor.

"Hey, Haru."

Said girl giggled and then looked up at the university student. "Welcome home, Mori-senpai."

He smiled, and leaned down to pet her head. "Thanks."

The group sat in the garden, Chihiro and Mori sipping on tea and a few sandwiches while Haruhi and the twins ate their lunch.

"So, I was right, everyone is prepping for that ball Takashi told me about."

"Yeah. I decided to stay behind and watch the twins. Tamaki-senpai wanted to bring them along, but everyone would be to busy to keep an eye on them."

"Sounds fair."

"How was your week off?"

"Pretty good. We spent a lot of time going for walks. First day, we ran into some kids from my school."

"Really? How'd that go?"

"They didn't get beat up."

"That...good?"

"Oh, no, they were assholes. I just didn't beat the hell out of them. Taka wanted to, though."

"I bet. But, I'm glad that you look well-rested."

"I feel well rested. Now, I want to seize the day."

"What do you want to do?"

"Watch a movie. All of us. Then, you can cuddle with Tamaki."

The blush that painted her face made the couple laugh, and Chihiro could only tease her more.

"Chi, you're so mean."

"I'm mean because I love you, hon. But, seriously. Make a move. If you don't, we'll pull the same trick you did on us."

"You wouldn't..."

"You seem to underestimate my abilities and cunning, Miss Fujioka."

She paled, realizing that she wasn't kidding. "Fine, I'll make the first move. Just so you don't drag the twins into this."

"Oh, it'll be Kyoya, Mori and I that come up with it."

"You really could be a Hitachiin, you know that?"

She only grinned. That was a very bad sign.