Chapter 16- Help Is On The Way:

Third Person:

Nekozawa wasn't sure how long that him and the Host Club were searching for them. He knew that it would take time though, but he trusted Kyoya's plan to get them. They would go to the last show, be observant, and have everyone spread out through the circus. When it was time for the main event- Kyoya, Takashi, and Hunny would leave and wait to see where Ringmaster took Sophia and Mia afterwards. Kyoya's plan was to observe what happens- what does the Ringmaster do. Because if they figured out what was wrong, then they had a better chance of locking him up in jail.

Nekozawa wasn't quite sure what Ringmaster did to Sophia and Mia but he knew that it was bad. He knew that the brief glimpses he had saw of Mia during her performance, her eyes seemed focused only on Sophia with worry and concern. When Ringmaster showed up, Mia's eyes showed fear. It burned into his soul that he couldn't be there with his moonlit goddess, that he couldn't let her know that she didn't need to be scared for her dark prince was there for her.

Takashi had similar thoughts. He wanted nothing more than to just waltz in, take Sophia, and take her far away from the place she obviously feared. Still, he knew that it was for the best to wait and be patient. It drove him nuts though. Hunny poked his side,
"Don't worry Takashi, Sophia-chan and Mia-chan are strong and we'll get them out."
Takashi nodded. He hoped so- he really did. He also hoped that his theory as to what the Ringmaster was doing was wrong. Kyoya wished that his theory was wrong as well, but Kyoya was never one to admit that he was wrong. In the situation, he dared to say that he was right.

He just wouldn't tell the Host Club, or Nekozawa, just what he was thinking. He had spotted traces of foundation on the girls when they were walking through the circus and he saw a few marks that yet to be covered. Due to his plan, the hosts and Nekozawa couldn't confront them for fear that the Ringmaster would see and arrange for the girls to be taken away somewhere. However, Kyoya saw what he needed to know that his theory was sadly correct.

Then, Kyoya disappeared to go to somewhere- leaving Takashi and Hunny wondering where he went. It was almost time for the main event and as a result, they were regrouping soon.

"Where did Kyoya-senpai go," Haruhi said as she walked up, watching Kyoya leave.

"I don't know Haruhi-chan," Hunny said cutely, "But I'm sure whatever it is, it's important. He wouldn't just leave us here."

Haruhi nodded,
"I guess you're right."

Sophia:
I felt like I was being watched. It was a creepy feeling that sent chills up my spine, but I did my best to ignore it. I had to. I had other things to worry about- like Ringmaster, the Hosts (and Nekozawa), Mia, and Takashi. I had too much on my mind as well. Did the hosts and Nekozawa get my message? Are they content? Are they okay? Did they cry knowing that I wasn't coming back? Does this mean that Takashi and I are through? Will Takashi just move on? Will Nekozawa move on from Mia? Will Mia be okay? Will Mia be safe until I can think of something to get us out in the future?

For some odd reason, the thought of Takashi being with some one else made my stomach turn more than the thought that if whether or not Mia would be okay if Nekozawa moved on. That was odd for me since usually I thought of my sister first. I needed to think of her first. I'm not as important. It's important that she stays safe. I can't lose her like I did Mom and Dad, not under my watch.

I shook my head to try and get the thoughts out of my head. I need to keep a clear mind for the performance because if those thoughts ran through my head when I was in the air, it might lead to a mistake- a mistake that could cost me my life.

"Sissy," Mia whispered as she grabbed my hand, "Are you sure you're okay?"
"Of course," I said with a weak smile but Mia shook her head,
"I'm not buying that."
I deflated a bit,

"….I do suppose I'm a bit under the weather."

Mia's eyes filled with concern and then she lit up,

"I know just what to do to make you feel better! I'll be right back!"

Third Person:

Kyoya pushed up his glasses and shook hands with the people he was speaking with. He knew that he would be there in time to get Sophia and Mia but he had another part of his plan that he needed to fulfill first. And now that it is done, I can join the others at the circus in time. He needed to do it though. He needed to make sure that everything would be in place and that everything would work according to his plans.

"Thank you," Kyoya said politely as he bowed slightly, "My apologies for not informing you sooner."
"I wish we saw it sooner as well…and you will let them know about the arrangement?"

"Of course," Kyoya said pushing up his glasses with a rare real smile on his face.

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"Mia," Nekozawa whispered, "She's…she's so close by…"
"Not yet," Takashi grabbed Nekozawa's shoulder to stop him from moving towards Mia.

Nekozawa faltered,
"I know…"
He still couldn't help but feel bad as he watched Mia go to the stand and buy chocolates. Then, just as she had appeared, she was gone into the crowd once again. Though, he wished that he didn't imagine her looking back at him for a brief moment and stopping before she disappeared.

When Mia returned to Sophia, she was muttering under her breath.
"What is it," Sophia asked.

Mia bit her lip, trying to figure out what she should say. Finally, she shook her head and put on a big smile,
"I got chocolates! They're bound to make you feel better!"
Sophia cracked a small smile,
"Thank you."
"No problem, it's what sisters do," Mia said with a giggle, "As long as you share that is."
"Of course."
Mia split the chocolate bar with Sophia and nibbled on it while thinking. Did I really just see him? Or am I that desperate to see him again that my mind is playing tricks?

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Takashi narrowed his eyes as he saw Ringmaster wondering around the circus, seemingly carefree. Though he could tell that the man was anything but carefree- his stance and eyes were cautious. Hunny tugged on Takashi,
"It's okay, we'll get him later, Takashi."
"Hmmm."

Still, Takashi stood tense until Ringmaster disappeared from view.

"Guys," Haruhi said as she ran over, "it's time for the main event, time to get ready."

Takashi nodded, it was time for him to save Sophia. Nekozawa had a similar thought about Mia; my moonlit goddess will be free to shine.