Hey guys! I've recently gotten really sick so I haven't been able to write my story. My fever has come down though (but not all the way) and my parents are at work so it's just my sister and I. I've been debating on writing more chapters for those who didn't get quite as close an intimate time with Akari as some others (see Mori, Hikaru, maybe Tamaki at the end of this). Let me know in some reviews or feel free to PM me.

So I've received some feedback about not being able to quite portray the characters correctly and rushing the chapters so let me just say: I'm truly truly sorry! I'm probably going to back and rewrite the chapters when I've finished the story. I'm also going to read more fanfictions focusing on the characters and probably go back and watch the show some more so I can get them more IC. I'm also going to go back and rewrite Akari a bit so she's not so much of a Mary Sue. This will probably slow me down even more. Again I'm sorry!

justaislinn: I never thought of it like that, sorry . When I think of storytelling, I always think of little kids around someone older reading out of a book. I never thought about using Mori and his silence like that. Also, I can understand what you mean by the summary. I feel like I'm doing it too. I'm not used to being able to portray so many characters at once so it's a real challenge for me. Like I said in the author notes, I'm going to rewrite the chapters and from now on, I'm going to try a lot harder to make them not seem so rushed. As for Mori talking more than I give him credit for, that's probably true. I don't think I do a very good job at writing Mori or Tamaki so I'm going to go read some fanfictions about them to make them better in my own story, try and get to know how you guys portray them. Thanks for your input though! It's nice to receive feedback like this.

cake luver: I'll add your vote to the poll!

the below average: Sure! I'm allowing everyone to vote up to 2 people and will add your votes to the poll! Just don't get upset when she only ends up with one. I'm a fan of both twins with Haruhi but to actually write it, I don't think I could do it Dx

InLuvWithCandy: I added both to the poll since I'm allowing up to 2 votes from everyone. In the end, I hope your not upset when only one wins though!

Emma: No problem! Yeah I think I got a lot of Kaoru and Akari fans. Hope you still like my story though even if your favorite to win doesn't win!

: Well he's in the lead and I'll add your vote to the poll!

Yay I love feedback! Onto the story!

Chapter 9

I woke up in an unfamiliar bed the next morning. My chest really hurt from last night so I tried to go back to sleep. I was about to fall asleep again when I felt a pressure near my feet. I opened my eyes and squinted at the light. I looked over in the direction of the pressure to find Tamaki smiling at me.

"Is my dearest daughter doing ok?" He asked me. I frowned at the fact of being called daughter by him but let it slide for the moment.

"I'm alright," I answered trying to sit up and immediately regretted it. I hissed in pain at the burning in my chest from the gunshot wound.

"You can't sit up yet Akari! The doctor said so and personally, Daddy doesn't want you moving around too much either," Tamaki cried out pushing me gently back against the pillows.

"Tamaki," I said slowly.

"Yes?" He answered sweetly.

"I'm not your daughter so stop acting like it." He froze and frowned slightly.

"I know that. It's just that..." He answered trailing off.

"Master Tamaki? Miss Akari's food is ready," A maid called from outside the closed door.

"Bring it in! Oh Akari I know you're going to absolutely love the food the chef has picked out this morning! It is made up of a fresh batch of pancakes with some sweet maple syrup. There is also a side of yogurt and some fresh strawberries, bananas, and mangos. A blueberry muffin is also included along with a choice of milk and orange juice!" Tamaki listed off the meal. In that same period of time, the maid had deposited the food in front of me while I continued to stare. There was no way I could eat all of this!

"Tamaki, I don't think I cou-" I started only to be interrupted

"Awww is my dear daughter asking me to feed her? I'll gladly do it!" He burst out with a smile that I couldn't deny. I sighed and got into a comfortable position.

"Fine but don't think I can eat all of this from the environment I come from," I said just being able to get it out before he stuck the first piece of fruit in my mouth. I must admit, it tasted pretty good.

"I know. I think you'll find that you're more hungry than you think! What with that wound and all. It tastes really good too I bet! Mmmm it sure does!" He said happily after popping a piece into his own mouth. I looked up at him happily. I guess it won't be so bad staying here for a while after all.

When we were finished eating the doctor showed up to replace the bandages and look at the wound. When he was unwrapping the bandages, I flinched and tried to move away. The dried blood on the bandages was pulling at the wound and in the end, I couldn't stop a hiss of pain escaping between my clenched teeth.

"Doctor please be gentle," I heard Tamaki say to my right. I smiled at his caring and made sure not to show any more outward signs of pain for his sake.

"I'm ok Tamaki. Don't worry about me," I said to him, careful to keep a stutter out of my voice. After the doctor was done taking off the bandages, I could hear the shocked gasp from Tamaki. I realized he hadn't seen the wound and it must've looked as bad as it felt.

"Don't fret Master Tamaki. It's just tender. She'll be ok soon," said the Doctor sensing Tamaki's distress. I smiled at Tamaki trying to ease him further. I saw the doctor give me an appreciative look in return.

The doc put disinfectant on the wound along with some new bandages. He also have me some medicine to ease the pain.

"I'm not going to be able to come in every time her wound needs cleaning so you're going to need to whenever I can't. Try to do it twice a day and once in the night. She also need to take the medicine twice a day too," The doc said writing everything down and handing it to Tamaki. I doubted he would remember so I committed it to memory. Maybe Suoh-sama could help or get one of the maids to.

"Akari! Tamaki! We came over to see how Akari's doing!" Honey said. I looked over where his voice was coming from and wasn't surprised to see the rest of the Host Club behind him.

"I think I'll take my leave now," said the doctor.

"See ya later doc!" Hikaru called after him. Everyone waved except Kyoya and I. Then they came over to me. Honey was about to jump on me but Mori held him back.

"Be careful Honey-senpai. You could hurt Akari by jumping on her," Haruhi said as worriedly as Haruhi could by being herself.

"Yeah Honey-senpai. Akari doesn't need to be damaged further," the twins said in unison rubbing their hands against each of my shoulders.

"Which means you should probably be careful of her wound Hikaru," Haruhi said noticing where his hand was starting to trail. I relaxed when he looked and immediately pulled it away.

"Sorry..." He mumbled and I noticed Tamaki and Kyoya had disappeared. I was about to say my thoughts aloud when they came into the room looking rather serious. Well Tamaki did. Kyoya hadn't changed.

"Guys we need you to leave the room real quick," Kyoya said to the others in a voice that clearly said don't talk back. I saw the twins and Honey pale while Mori and Haruhi were heading to the door. After they'd all left, Kyoya pulled down the blankets and pulled up my shirt to look at the bandages. I wouldn't have minded if it meant my left side was exposed. Tamaki, seeming to have sensed I was going to put up a fight, was holding down my left arm and shoulder.

"W-w-what are you guys doing?" I asked shrinking away from their touches.

"Calm down Akari I just want to look at the gunshot," Kyoya said starting to take away the bandages.

"I'd appreciate it if you were gentle with my princess daughter Kyoya," Tamaki said lessening up on his grip. I knew I could use it later if I had to. Kyoya had removed all the bandages and they wouldn't quit staring. I guess it was worse than I thought.

"Akari, the wound is almost fully healed," Tamaki gasped out.

"It can't possibly be nearly healed. Gunshots don't just heal over night!" I yelped the last part since Kyoya had started poking at it. I looked over and was shocked to find Tamaki was right. The skin was tender and red and you could still see where I'd been shot but other than that, it really was almost healed.

"But how?" I muttered.

"I know it's a mystery but I'm so glad my dear daughter will be ok!" Tamaki said happily while hugging me.

"A mystery easily solved if you ask in the right places," Came a cold voice from the door.

Hey guys so I know it's a short chapter but it's mostly a filler. Plus I haven't updated in a while because I've been sick and wanted to get one more chapter out before I go back to school. Here are the polls and I think I might be getting some more Honey fans! See you next time!

Note from her beta: Ooh! It's starting to get interesting now. I'm back though! :3 Kaoru's in the lead! I probably shouldn't be doing this since I'm her beta but, VOTE 4 KAORU! :D See you next chapter! NewAnimeLover7951's Beta, xMisaka

Kaoru: 23

Honey: 20

Kyoya: 13

Mori: 11

Hikaru: 7

Tamaki: 2