Tamaki had always known. He knew that Amira was their grandmothers eyes and ears, but he was curious to know why. Kyoya and him had once tried to learn of her past but they were left empty handed. For kyoya not to be able to find anything…. made Amira even more mysterious.

Kyoya wanted to know more about Amira than anyone. From all his years of research, he wasn't able to find much about Amira and that just fueled his longing for her. It was odd to him that Amira was Tamaki's first cousin even though there was no data suggesting Tamaki's father ever having a brother.

"It's true, Grandmother sent me to watch over you."

….more like spy.

Haruhi looked confused," Why would your grandmother do something like that?"

"Because she's a vial, bitter old hag!" the words escape from Amira's lips, and she immediately felt regret.

"If you hate her-" Hikaru started

" Then why would you spy for her?" Kaoru finished.

she clenched her jaw " I can't tell you, if I do she'll send me back."

Kasanoda stood in thought, then his eyes widened and he knew exactly what was at stake.

" Beauty, tell them. I know these guys don't seem like the most trustworthy fellas, but you can trust them… they can help you." he pleaded.

she silently stood up and walked over to Kyoya. She had already prepared ahead of time, she was going to get help she needed. She bent down and whispered in his ear.

" I know you've been looking to my past, and I know you haven't been able to get any information. I need your help, but I'm a woman of my word and I've sworn to my grandmother that I would speak nothing of her plans, but she said nothing about writing them. Mr. Ootori, please help me" his heart fluttered at the thought of Amira needing him. Amira placed her beloved Cinderella book on his lap. She straightened her dress, grabbed her bag and left.

Kasanoda ran to catch up to host club shifted their eyes to

kyoya. Kyoya waited for their foot steps to dissolve before he straightened his glasses and opened the book.

" Beauty, wait up!" Kasanoda struggled to catch his breath.

" why are you acting so submissive? did something happen?"

Amira hid her face behind her hands as she held the tears back, when she was around Kasanoda she felt defenseless and she couldn't help but fall apart. With tears running down her face she bolted into Kasanoda arms.

Kasanoda was taken back, It was rare to see her cry and the fact that she was hurting so much, broke Kasanoda's heart.

" Beast….my sister…."

As he opened the book an envelope addressed to him fell out. He carefully opened it.

Dear Mr. Ootor,

I apologize if I inconvenience you but I need your help. That women took me from my home. You may have noticed that you haven't been able to find out much about me or my parents. My father ( Tamaki's uncle) was disowned and sent to live among the commoners. My mother passed away when I was younger from a genetic illness that my younger sister has. My grandmothers true intentions are to marry me off to a rich man whom she trust… He'll be taking over Ouran, not Tamaki. In return I get to help send money to my sister. My grandmother pays to keep my sister alive, If I disobey, my sister might die. I wish I could go into more detail, but I have to make it short. Grandmothers always watching me. Please, Please help me, I have no idea why, but I trust you.

From yours truly,

~ Cinderella

Kyoya was left dumbfounded. He had suspicions that Amira was being extorted by Shizue, but he never suspected that it would be to this extent.

" What does it say?" Tamaki begged.

Kyoya felt uncomfortable sharing what had personally been addressed to him, but he knew he'd have to tell them, so in his own words he told them everything.

She wrapped her arms as tightly as she could around Kasanoda's waist, crying like her heart had been ripped out.

" She's….on life support." Amira sobbed.

Kasanoda didn't know what to do, he'd never been in a situation like this slowly sat down, and cradled Amira. She looked so small, so frail. he felt so awful for her that he had to bite his own lip to keep himself from crying. He pushed her long chestnut hair away from her face and brought her close to his chest.

" Be strong." He whispered.

Later that night Amira sat next to Tamaki at the dinner table. The meal was so silent that Amira found herself drifting off to sleep.

poke

Amira felt a paper slide over her lap. She knew exactly what it was, A response. She tucked it under her blouse, finished her dinner and ran up to her bedroom. Trying not to looks suspicious, she grabbed some pajamas and made her way to the bathroom, the only place she was sure she wasn't being watched and only then did she read the letter.

Dear Cinderella,

I give you my word, I will help you. I had a hunch that Shizue had a hold over you, but honestly I didn't suspect that it was this suivre. The others and I will keep you posted. For now, rely on the King to deliver the messages between us.

Until next time,

Prince Charming.