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DISCLAIMER: I do NOT own Ouran High School Host Club nor do I own its characters! They all belong to the wonderful Bisco Hatori! I only own this story plot! And the song, I'm With You, belongs to the one and only Avril Levigne!
I'm With You
~Chapter 5~
The next day of school didn't flow quite so smoothly for Haruhi. It was much more… eventful, shall we say. She wasn't in the back of the classroom, being left alone as she thought she would be, but being surrounded by classmates of hers. She didn't know whether to feel happy or apprehensive about it, for every good thing that happens to her always turns out to be completely horrid at the end.
But, this turn of events made Tamaki ecstatic. He was happy for his 'little girl' to be making so many friends! But, really, they were just admirers. After all, Haruhi was surrounded by squealing fan girls.
Haruhi decided to just go with the flow, not minding that she was now, undeniably surrounded by complete strangers. The only people that she did know where Hikaru and Kaoru, those mischievous twins who were introduced to her the day before.
Though they didn't have much time together, Haruhi felt somewhat comfortable with the two. They weren't the 'best influence' on her, but they never failed to put a grin on her face, large or small. Haruhi liked them. They're amusing.
And at the club, Haruhi was more popular than the day before (of course). She was never free and didn't have any breaks, for the requests for her were out the door.
I wonder, she thought, what they would think if they knew I am a girl.
By the time the day was over, Haruhi was practically sleep walking. She was unable to function properly because of her sleepiness. And the only word that came to all those around her when they saw her sleepy, childlike form: cute!
As soon as the rest of the customers were ushered out of the club room- the 3rd Music Room- the Hitachiin twins flung themselves at Haruhi.
"Awww, is our wittle Haruhi sweepy?" the two chorused, rubbing their cheeks on hers.
Too tired to fight back, she just sighed and closed her eyes, concentrating on staying awake.
"Get off of her!" Tamaki shouted, storming to the trio. "Stop molesting my little daughter!"
With all the screaming and shouting going on around her, she believed she would explode within the next five minutes or so. And with the fact that she promised herself she wouldn't speak anymore, calling for help was absolutely a big no-no.
So, instead, she looked around the room, trying to beg for help with her eyes. Honey-senpai wasn't paying attention, eating cake with his stuffed rabbit, Usa-chan. Kyoya-senpai just smirked, shrugging as if to say, 'sorry, I can't help you there'. And she made eye contact with Mori-senpai, him being her only hope. And as she did this, an over-protective bearing in him snapped as he saved her from the 'impending doom' she was in.
She sighed in relief as she hid behind Mori, him standing tall in front of her, protecting her from 'harm'.
"Aww, Mori-senpai, don't be like that!" Tamaki whined as he stared at him, surprised by the sudden action.
"Why'd ya take Haruhi away?" The twins asked, pouting a bit.
Mori didn't speak; just stood there like a bodyguard protecting someone from harm.
Haruhi tugged on his sleeve and he looked down to her. Haruhi sent a small smile of gratitude, in which he sent back.
Haruhi managed to get her belongings without being tackled with hugs from the trio and stood, quite reluctantly, by Tamaki's side. Tamaki held himself back from showering her with his adoration and hugs as he tried to act a little more mature for her sake. He, of course, wanted to make Haruhi think that he can be cool too.
"Well, we best be going" Tamaki said, straightening his tie and standing up straighter.
"Remember not to be late to club tomorrow, Tamaki" Kyoya said, pushing his glasses up the bridge of his nose. "I don't want club income to go down because of your tardiness."
"Yes sir!" Tamaki replied cheerfully, saluting the young man with a grin.
"Bye Tama-chan! Bye Haru-chan!" Honey waved, smiling widely all the time.
"See you later Haruhi, Tono" the twins remarked, giving Haruhi a good-bye hug and Tamaki a mischievous grin.
"You evil twins…" Tamaki growled ferociously as Haruhi nodded to all the club members.
Before Tamaki could go into his regular theatrics, Haruhi grabbed hold of his blazer's sleeve and led him out, surprising Tamaki to wits end.
"Haruhi, wha…" Tamaki trailed off as Haruhi handed him her writing pad.
'You were taking too long' it wrote.
Tamaki handed the pad back and walked along side Haruhi, delving off into his thoughts. When in the world did she write that?
'I wrote this when you were about to explode on the twins' was written on the writing pad that she casually pushed into his hands once more.
He stared at her wide eyed. "How did you…?" And then, he gasped. "Did you read my mind?"
Haruhi stared at him for a second, wide eyed, and then, a small laugh escaped her lips. Slapping her hand onto her mouth, she looked up at Tamaki with an amused expression and shook her head no.
Before Tamaki was able to smother her with affection, the two heard a car horn. They turned to the Suoh limo, waiting patiently for them at the curb of the road. The driver waved to the two who, dumbly, waved back, confused by the drivers sudden, random action.
Tamaki led Haruhi to the limo and opened the door for her. Haruhi smiled and slid onto the leather seats, Tamaki scooting in right next to her. As soon as they were buckled in, the driver started the limousine and drove to the Suoh estate.
"Madam Fujioka" the driver suddenly said, interrupting the one sided conversation Tamaki and Haruhi were having, "Miss Hanako wishes to speak to you when we arrive at the residence."
Haruhi sent the driver a nod, which he was able to catch because he was looking in his rear-view mirror at the time. The rest of the ride was silent, Haruhi wondering just what Miss Hanako would like to talk about.
When they arrived at the residence, Haruhi went straight to her room with Miss Hanako even though she looked as if she would collapse from exhaustion at any time. He wanted to see the young girl. And what was even worse; he was bored.
Tamaki wondered just how long it would take for them to stop conversing. He had already finished his homework and he was pretty sure that Haruhi did too. There was nothing on T.V and he had already read all of the books in his library. All there really was to do was sit around and wait.
Soon, he got bored of that and he strolled along the corridors of the Second Suoh Mansion. Just as he was about to pass Haruhi's door, he heard the voice of Miss Hanako speak something very… interesting.
"Please, Haruhi, tell me why you won't speak."
Tamaki knew eavesdropping is bad, but, he just couldn't help but want to in this situation. He was very interested in this conversation. All of a sudden, Tamaki felt a pat on his shoulder and he nearly fainted of fright. He turned quickly and saw a maid smile and winked at him as he moved away from the door. He heard faint scribbling sounds on the other end of the door, signifying that Haruhi was writing her response.
The maid went inside of the room after knocking and the scribbling stopped. The maid motioned for Tamaki to enter, and he did albeit reluctantly. Blushing at the fact he was caught eavesdropping, he stared down at his feet as the maid spoke to the two occupants of the room.
"I found him wandering the halls of the mansion. He seems bored!" she said, cheerily. "So, I brought him here. I hope you ladies don't mind."
"Not at all" Miss Hanako smiled.
Then, the maid went over to the two and whispered something that only they could here. And right after she did, the maid left.
Tamaki felt left out. Not only that, but he felt curious as well. What had that maid said to them that he couldn't know too? Did she tell them that she found Tamaki eavesdropping on them?
Tamaki started fidgeting with his fingers as he went over the possibilities of what she had whispered to them. He didn't know what to say if they really did know he was eavesdropping. He couldn't just go 'hey, I was just walking around the mansion and then I heard what Miss Hanako said and I couldn't help but want to listen in on your conversation!' No. That just sounded weird. Or…maybe not…
"I'm sorry that I took Haruhi so long" Miss Hanako said, sending Tamaki a sheepish smile.
"Ah, no, it's fine" Tamaki said, somewhat awkwardly.
It seems as if they don't know he was eavesdropping.
Tamaki noticed Haruhi started to nod off. He quickly made his way to her bed side and whispered loud enough so she could hear, "Haruhi, why don't you get ready for bed."
Haruhi nodded, grateful to Tamaki and his kindness. She really didn't want to stay up anymore. She was completely and utterly pooped. She had no idea how she was able to hold up for this long.
She got off of her chair and went into her closet, took out some night-time clothes, and headed into the bathroom. Once it was closed, Tamaki turned to Hanako.
"Miss Hanako, do you know why Haruhi won't talk?"
Well, he sure gave out that he was listening in, but he couldn't help it! He wanted to know why this girl, that he so much adores, would not speak to anyone. He was quite disappointed when he found she was mute. So, he wants to find out why and how he can make her speak once more.
Without saying anything, Hanako handed Haruhi's writing pad to him and let Tamaki read it to himself.
'Well, normally I don't like to talk about this, but, since you're my Aunt-'
"You're her Aunt!" Tamaki whispered harshly, completely taken by surprise at this sudden discovery.
"Yes. I asked her about her family history and I found out that I am her Aunt. I've never met her before because of… family problems… but I am sure that she is my niece. She has a great resemblance to her mother."
Tamaki stayed quiet for a bit as the two of them listened to the shower running. And not a moment too soon, Tamaki continued reading the writing.
'Well, normally I don't like to talk about this, but, since you're my Aunt, I think you deserve to know. My parents passed away in an accident when I was 3. I don't remember them that much. I don't even have a picture. Once I found out, I was taken to an orphanage because we didn't live near any relatives. I've had countless foster homes; so much, I lost count long ago. All of my foster families didn't like me all too well. I was ignored, yelled at, and given back all the time. I never had a friend, because I was ridiculed and made fun of by everyone who was in my schools and my orphanage. The kids in my foster families didn't like me all that much either. Well, except for this one-'
And that's where it ended. But, Tamaki wanted to know, who was this one exception? Who was the only person who hadn't been cruel to his 'little daughter' and why? Did this person… like her?
Tamaki felt a strange sense of possessiveness as he thought about it. But, how did he even know it was a guy? How did he even know it wasn't a girl who thought of Haruhi as a sisterly figure? He sighed, handing the notepad back. He felt bad for Haruhi, pity for her rushing through his thoughts and feelings. He didn't know she had such a difficult life. Was life always this hard for commoners like her?
Hanako placed a soothing hand on Tamaki's shoulder. She gave him a smile that told him 'don't treat her any differently than you have; it'll make her feel worse'.
Tamaki nodded at this silent statement and smiled. He stood at Haruhi's bed side as she came out of the bathroom and climbed into her bed. Patting her head, Tamaki tucked Haruhi in, sending her a soft smile before he and Hanako made their way out of the now sleeping girl's room.
As Tamaki bid Hanako good-night and made his way to his own room, he couldn't stop himself from wondering just what Haruhi's full past was. Just… who is this Haruhi Fujioka?
~Chapter 5 End~
I'm back! :D Well, I hope you all liked this chapter! And I'm very sorry for not updating for a while!
I guess I'll have to go back to updating once a week now. Sigh, it's such a disappointment. Oh well, it can't be helped!
Next chapter, I will have a time skip. You have been warned.
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