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Chapter 7 – When It Rains
As Kaoru sat with Kimiko, he smiled lightly. When Hikaru really did move on, it would be with Atsuko. That was for certain. When that time came, Kimiko would be abandoned as well. So he wouldn't be alone. And neither would she. They'd both have a friend who knew what the other was going through. But then his mind hit a dilemma and his smile faded. Did he only want a friend from her? Or something more? He didn't believe he had any feelings like that for her...but he was sure she would only want a friend from him. She had so many options. She was famous so she could have anyone she wanted. She wouldn't choose him. But he would live with it. If she needed a friend, that's what he would give her. No matter how badly it may hurt.
Atsuko nervously checked out the window every few minutes. Hoping to see Kaoru or Kimiko. She bit her lip. Hikaru leaned against the counter, watching her face as it twisted with worry. Almost like a mother's would if she couldn't find her child. He patted her head, her obsidian eyes flickering to him as he did. "They'll be back when the storm lets up." he soothed her. She nodded reluctantly and sat on top of the counter. They sat in silence for a few minutes before Atsuko spoke up, "Tell me about yourself." "Wh-What do you wanna know?" Hikaru said, slightly startled by her sudden demand. "What are your hobbies? What do you do with your spare time?" she asked. "Well, I design clothes, I help Mother with her clients, and I...well have you heard of the Host Club?" Hikaru said. Atsuko was silent for a moment before responding, "I think so. Didn't that Suoh kid start it with Kyouya Ootori?" Hikaru nodded then timidly said, "I'm in that with Kaoru." Atsuko bobbed her head understandingly then began to hum.
The rain slowed as the thunder and lightning subsided. Kaoru stood up and helped Kimiko to her feet. "Thank you Kaoru-kun." she said and bowed her head quickly. He smiled at her, still blushing then said, "Atsuko and Hikaru are probably worried about us." She nodded, grabbed his hand, and said, "Come on! I'll take you to my house. That's probably where they are." She pulled him along behind her. He was just surprised at how quickly she'd gotten over her little episode of fear. And the fact that she was holding his hand.
'I wonder if Atsuko took my advice...' Kimiko wondered.
At the same time, Atsuko wondered, 'Is Kimiko taking her own advice?'
Musical Influence: When It Rains by Paramore (yes, more Paramore)
A/N: I bet your wondering "What's this advice they speak of!?" well it was hidden in the chapter Tokyo's American Suithearts. If you find it, don't tell anyone. Oh, and thanks for the reviews everyone! Ferrari-sama loves you all!