Twin Devils

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Italics: Haruhi's thoughts

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Chapter Five

The weather was so beautiful as Kaoru took me out on the town. The sun shone, the birds chirped, a gentle breeze blew. Nothing could've been better. We walked down the strip, stopping at whatever booth interested us.

"Anything you like," Kaoru reminded over my shoulder, "just tell me. I'll get it for you."

I rolled my eyes, "Yes, I know, Kaoru. I only heard you the first million times."

Kaoru smiled, staring up into the beautifully cloudless day. The soft breeze frolicked through his fiery hair, toying with the curve in the strands. He smiled, the motion nothing more than a slight upturn at the corners of his lips as he flicked his hair back out of his face. The wind tugged at his clothing a little, shifting them on his torso, making the contours of his body seen through the clothing. His golden eyes looked out into the distance, and he sighed faintly as if looking up like that could make him see straight to wherever Hikaru was.

It was rare to just one of Hitachiin twins, so I decided to enjoy this moment that was so ephemeral and unique (much like both of the twins).

Smiling a little, I scanned the jewelry table, looking for something special. My eyes stopped on two necklaces. I took them into my hand, looking them over carefully. "How much for these?"

After paying, I walked over to Kaoru, displaying what I had bought for him. It was like a 'Best Friends' necklace, but it was a Gemini one instead, each necklace having one side of the Gemini symbol. One was blue, one was orange. When they were pressed together they formed the complete Gemini symbol. "Do you like it?"

I held out the orange one to him and he took it smiling, "Wow, Haruhi. These are beautiful. Very thoughtful. Gemini is our sign. Ironic, huh? The twin's sign is the twins."

As I watched Kaoru, I found myself smiling, then releasing a small chuckle.

He stopped looking at the necklace, switching his focus to me, "Huh? Something funny?"

"Nothing, it's just… It's different seeing you alone. Whenever you're with Hikaru, you are so mischievous yet, you are the nicer of the two. Though, when you're by yourself you're so mature and thoughtful and nice. It's like you're completely different."

He made a thoughtful noise, then tilted his head to the side, looking down at me with soft golden eyes, "Good different?"

I couldn't help but smile as he dangled the necklace in front of my face like a pendulum, trying to hypnotize me. I reached out and grabbed the swinging necklace by it's end, stopping it from it's swinging, "Great different."

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When we got home, I had a few bags in my arms. Kaoru walked in after, holding a small bag he had gotten for Hikaru. We set our bags on the table, the maids busying themselves with tidying our clothes and asking if they could help us carry anything. Kaoru waved them away, breathing in a large breath.

Stretching out my arms, I yawned, "What's Hikaru been doing all day?"

"I don't know," He smiled. "Sleeping, most likely."

"Still? But it's noon."

He chuckled, "That's Hikaru for you. Oh! I know what we can do. Let's go jump on him and wake him up! It'll be fun. GO!" He took off, booking it down the halls.

I rolled my eyes, slowly making my way through the massive mansion.

After what seemed like forever, I happened, by chance, to stumble across the twin's room. Huh. Kaoru must not have been here… The doors were shut and there was no sign of a disturbance. Slowly, I closed my fingers around the door handle and slowly forced it open.

Inside was a huge master bedroom, much like mine but the bed was larger. This was clearly Hikaru's room, but I could tell that Kaoru often could be found in here from the incriminating evidence: his neat clothes as Hikaru's were just thrown, Kaoru's schoolbag on the desk, a pair of shoes by the bed like he had taken them off before going to bed. It was obvious that the twins were very close. Anyone could see that just by looking at them. But here, in such an intimate setting as a bedroom to see their stuff together was like viewing them on a whole new level. It's as Kaoru said. 'We knew that we were two separate beings. The one that wasn't me was Hikaru. The one that wasn't Hikaru, was me.'

Something stirred in the bed that brought my attention back to the task at hand with a snap.

Just as Kaoru promised, Hikaru was lying in bed even with the sun in the middle of the sky and everything. I sighed, walking over there to examine him. He laid in bed sideways, the ruffled hair and crinkled sheets revealing that he had been tossing and turning for all day. His cheek was pressing against his pillow, smushing his cheek lightly. The way the blanket fell on him revealed his shoulder, his ivory skin showing. That meant that he was either shirtless or wearing a small tank top. I found myself blushing at the thought. Then I saw his face.

He laid peacefully, face blank and slack, mouth hanging open a little as he snored softly. His eyebrows twitched and furrowed, him muttering softly in his sleep. Finally, I caught what he was saying.

"Kaoru…" He whispered softly, head whipping back and forth as he mumbled his twin's name over and over. He kept gripping his side like he was incomplete, and I found the gesture to be insanely sweet. I shook my head. There was no way I was going to ruin something this adorable. I couldn't jump on Hikaru right now.

Just as I turned to walk out of the room, Kaoru dashed in, flopping down on his twin.

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I was right about Hikaru being shirtless.

About seven o'clock I heard clangs and shouts (including some profanity and cussing) coming from the kitchen. Hurriedly, I rushed down the hall to see what in the world the matter could be.

Hikaru was in the kitchen, sitting among some pans that were strewn across the floor haphazardly and cursing out the pans as his food burned on the stove. He stood, walking over and putting the burnt food in the trash. He sighed, the kitchen a mess and plates and ingredients everywhere. Tossing his towel down, he sat with his head in his hands, "I quit this stupid cooking thing."

Walking over, I put a hand on his bare shoulder, "Need a hand?"

"Go away," he mumbled bitterly. "I was trying to cook you a meal."

"Hikaru. It's okay to ask people for help. Everybody needs it now and then. So, will you accept mine?" I held out my hand, eyes focused on him.

He paused, then slowly lifted his head. Bright golden oculars gazed up at me, then at my hand as if he were awestruck. Closing his mouth, he slid his fingers into my hand, and I pulled him to his feet.

I smiled. "Alright. Let's get started then."

After we got all of the kitchen cleaned up and back in order, I took over the cooking, getting some food on the simmer. Then I decided to teach Hikaru how to cut up vegetables.

"You have to be careful," I was saying, slowing cutting some mushrooms on a cutting board with a large knife. "The knife is very very sharp, and your skin is very gentle. Don't cut yourself."

Hikaru watched the knife move as if in a trance, blinking every time the knife hit the cutting board. I chuckled at him, "Would you like to try?"

His head swiveled up to meet my eyes and he gulped, standing straight, "Uh, sure."

I handed him the knife, showing him how to use it. I rested my hand on his, guiding it through the vegetables. Slowly, I took my hand away. He was going very slow, but I didn't mind. Whatever was most comfortable for him.

"You know," he said. "This is the fist time that I've chopped vegetables. Ever."

I blinked, "Really?"

"Yeah. We've always had chefs and maids and people who made it for us. Merits of being rich, I guess."

I watched him as he worked, the muscles in his back tensing and releasing each time he brought the blade down. A thought tugged at the back at my head and I suddenly remembered, "Oh! I almost forgot. I got you something today." I held out the blue part of the Gemini necklace.

He stopped what he was doing, looking over. Taking the necklace in his hand, running a thumb across its smooth face.

"Kaoru has the other part," I explained. "It's half of the Gemini."

His lips curled up into a small smile, "It's perfect." He handed it back to me, "Put it on me, will you?"

Taking the necklace, I stood on my tiptoes, trying to place the necklace properly. I buckled the latch, stepping back to admire it on him. I fell right between his collarbones, the silver a contrast with his ivory skin. It laid right over his heart.

He looked at me and gave me that famous lop-sided grin that made the girls at the host club squeal, "A perfect fit."

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(Next day, at the Host Club)

The day had gone by fine. Until the man with the green clip sauntered in and requested me. Again. Now he was sitting at my table and drinking tea, watching me with those jade green eyes, having not said anything.

I cleared my throat, "Is there a reason that you're here today?"

He set the tea glass down, smirking, "There a has to be reason?"

"Just curious. The first time we met, you threatened to kill me."

Stirring his glass, he put his arm on the table, holding his chin in his palm, " 'Threatened' is such a strong word."

Stiffly, I watched him, "Can I at least have the honor of knowing your name?"

I saw his mouth twist up in a smirk, "Hm. Maybe."

Kyoya appeared behind me, smiling at the strange man, "Hello, monsieur. Enjoying your time here, I hope?"

The man looked up at him, returning the friendly gesture, "Of course. Haruhi is definitely the best. I find it refreshing to speak with such a spirited young man." He took my hand, kissing my knuckle slowly. His lips felt cold and ice like though his hand was warm.

Tamaki popped up from behind Kyoya, looking like he was about to bite the man's hand off, "HOW DARE YOU TOUCH MY LITTLE GIRL LIKE THAT! RELEASE HER AT ONCE! KYOYA DO SOMETHING!"

"Sorry, sir. But we have a strict no physical contact rule. Only the hosts may engage any contact, and even then it must be limited," Kyoya said.

He slowly let my hand fall to the table. Closing his eyes, his lips curled up in a smirk, his hair falling into his eyes, "That is refreshing as well. You two are cute together," he gestured to Tamaki and Kyoya. "I don't know what I find more amusing. The fact that you take orders from him, or that him being Haruhi's dad, makes you mommy." He smirked up at Kyoya, eyes holding a clear and obvious challenge.

Hikaru and Kaoru stood behind the man's chair, arms folded across their chests. Their necklaces hung there just under their jackets, the edges peeking out. They both leaned over the chair, glaring at the guy.

"It's time for Haruhi to switch clients," Kaoru said.

"Yeah," Hikaru added. "He needs to see someone actually worth his time."

He clutched his chest, feigning hurt, "Ouch. I get the memo." He stood, glancing back at me, "And Haruhi? Can I take you on a date? Tablu tomorrow?"

I gulped, knowing I couldn't refuse. I knew that I shocked my friends when I said, "Yes. Of course."

Smirking, he turned, "Great. I'll pick you up at eight." He started out, then paused, "Haruhi?"

Looking up, I blinked, not knowing what he had to say.

"My name is Jaga by the way," he called over his shoulder as he walked out.

I felt the eyes of the Host Club on me, but I couldn't return any of their gazes. Jaga…

Kasanoda strode in just as Jaga had swaggered out. The red headed softie looked like he'd seen a ghost walk right past him, "That student… Why was he in here?"

Honey bounded up, Mori behind him as always, "He was here to see Haru-chan!"

Kasanoda's eyes snapped up to mine and I felt my blood run cold, "Do you know that was? That's Jaga 'The Jaguar' Akuma. He's the next in line for head of the Akuma syndicate. He's a real gangster. His dad could buy my dad then sell him at a garage sale. This guy is real danger. What are you doing with him, Fujioka?"

I tried to swallow but I felt like I had lead in my throat, "… I don't know."

What was I doing with myself?

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A/N: So how did you guys like this chapter? Read and review. I want suggestions and guesses on what you think is going to happen. Tell me if I should continue this or give it up completely. Fav/Follow. You guys are awesome. :)