So are we having a party or what? Let's see just how good of a planner Tamaki is.

The big day was here. Renge had come together with Haruhi and at the former's insistence they travelled on foot. Needless to say they attracted quite a lot of attention. Renge could practically feel those stupid guys staring at them. Haruhi was oblivious to this. 'Well lucky her.' flashed in Renge's mind. They both stopped suddenly. Before them Hikaru and Kaoru Hitachiin stood with matching grins on their faces. For some odd reason this unsettled Renge. However when they said they wanted to escort the two girls at Kyoya's party, Renge just knew she was in for more trouble than she really wanted.

Hikaru got Haruhi while Kaoru offered his arm for Renge to hold on to. With a gracious smile Renge wrapped her own arm around his. How did she know this was Kaoru? It was easy really; Kaoru was 10% sweeter than his other twin. And also a bit shyer if she were to consider his slightly tens arm. Hoping that she was doing the right thing Renge slowed her walking and gave Kaoru's arm a reassuring pat. His cat like eyes widened before he smiled her way. Congratulating herself for a job well done Renge almost didn't register it when they arrived at the Suoh mansion.

The exterior was imposing enough but it was the decor inside that took one's breath away. Everything was perfect, the shades, the flowers. Even Tamaki looked good in a way that didn't annoy Renge. Maybe he wasn't so bad after all. Tamaki busied himself with greeting the guests, his eyes flashing dangerously when he saw Haruhi on Hikaru's arm. Renge giggled softly and she noticed that Kaoru was smiling too. Kyoya appeared from somewhere behind Tamaki and his eyes instantly locked on Renge. He studied her so attentively that it made her a bit uneasy. Now it was Kaoru's turn to give her strength.

"Kyoya!" Kaoru greeted in a voice slightly higher than his brother's. As a response he got an inclination of Kyoya's head to which Kaoru flashed a boyish smile. Tamaki had the presence of spirit to break the tension with his 'very intelligent' remarks.

"Kaoru, welcome! And who might this princess on your arm be?"Tamaki asked while winking at Renge. The girl just bit her lip and hid a bit behind Kaoru, playing her part." Come now Kohime-chan, won't you congratulate the birthday boy?" added Kaoru in a teasing voice. Renge glared at him and pinched his arm, detaching her limb from his. She stepped forward and smiled at Kyoya before placing her hands on his shoulders and lifting herself up. Due to his height she couldn't reach him without rising on the balls of her feet. Renge kissed his cheek softly, taking in the smell of his cologne and the heat of his skin.

"Happy birthday Kyoya-kun! May all you wishes come true."Renge said in a cheery voice. After this everybody whished Kyoya a happy birthday as they made their way to the 'party room'. The space was filled with every important person they knew. It wasn't every day that Ootori Kyoya turned 18.

Haruhi had been passed to Tamaki who was running around introducing her to many guests. Renge smiled knowingly at Haruhi's exasperated look. A large hand clasped Renge's shoulder and she looked behind her in order to identify the owner. Mori smiled at her and he motioned with his eyes towards the dance floor. Renge bit her lip and considered the invitation. Sensing no danger she allowed Mori to take her hand and lead the way.

Now Mori was even taller then Kyoya which made Renge feel like child dancing with her older teenage brother. They twirled around the dance floor until Kaoru requested a dance from Renge, as payment for being her escort he insisted to add at her confused look. The music was slow as they swayed to its rhythm.

Kyoya watched all these passively. On the outside he seemed stoic, calm and controlled but he was slowly loosing his cool. 'What the hell? First she comes here with Kaoru all but wrapped around her, then Tamaki suddenly starts being friendly with her, Mori steals her away for dancing and then she's back to Kaoru again. What next? Will she suddenly announce that she's engaged?' Kyoya immediately regretted that last thought. The idea of an engaged Renge didn't sit well with him. 'She can't just get engaged like that. She already said she'd marry me.' His eyes widened at the course his thoughts were taking. Engagement? Did he even like Renge like that? Sure he didn't like other people touching Renge or staring at her. But that didn't necessarily imply that he wanted to marry her.

So maybe he did want to marry her. But it was Renge that started this. 'Doesn't she know that once she said she would marry me she became mine? And I keep what is mine, no exceptions.' His mind chided the young woman. If he really wanted he could make it official. But did he? He did, he could and he certainly would. He should really make it so that no other guy could touch her with more that strictly friendship intentions. And now it was time to set his plan in motion.

Renge was still dancing only this time it was Tamaki who partnered up with her. Great, two blond French people, this was the recipe for disaster, Renge just knew it. And sure enough disaster was heading towards them in the form of one Ootori Kyoya. His dark aura made Renge shiver and clutch to Tamaki with a bit more force. The tall blond boy was oblivious to all this, or so he seemed, as he gave Renge a smile and a small squeeze, twirling her around. Now with her back to Kyoya, Renge heard the glasses wearing man request a dance from her to which Tamaki quickly agreed, no doubt happy to be returning to Haruhi's side." Stupid Tamaki." grumbled Renge once again.

Oh, joy! Now she was trapped in Kyoya's grasp and he was holding her quite tightly. 'Is it just me or is Kyoya being possessive? Must be just me and my stupid fantasies. Why would he be jealous? It's not like he owns me in any way.' Her mental chatter was not overlooked by Kyoya. 'Really, this girl is just too easy to read.' He sighed to himself and concluded that it might just be good that she was so see-through.

Kyoya allowed himself to concentrate on the way she felt in his arms. She was petite compared to him, with her head reaching only under his chin. Renge was also slim and warm, very warm. Perhaps the thing he liked the most was that she was compliant, letting him lead. Her perfume filled his senses; it was sweet and soft, just like her. Once this party was over he would talk with his father and make arrangements.

The song ended and Renge pulled away, much to Kyoya's dismay. She walked to the edge of the dance floor where the rest of the host club was, with Kyoya following close behind. They spend some time talking until the toast for the birthday boy was announced. Chairman Suoh, Tamaki's father gave a speech and the toast was held by Kyoya's father, Yoshio. The Shadow King had no choice but to walk next to his parent and smile for the crowd. Those who knew his very well could tell it was fake. The party went on for a few more hours until everyone started leaving.

Kyoya rode a limousine with his father and brothers. The tension was so thick it could be cut with a knife. Akito the second child proceeded to break it with his questions.

"So Kyoya, did you enjoy the party?"

"Naturally, nii-san." Came the prompt reply.

"I couldn't help but notice," intervened Yoshio," that you were quite close to Hoshakuji's daughter. Is there something you want to tell me, boy?"

"My friendship with Renge would only strengthen the business partnership, father." Kyoya bit out.

"Indeed it would." Observed Yuuichi, the eldest son. Kyoya just glared at him.

Yoshio watched the two boys and Akito was already thinking of ways to prevent a fall out between his brothers. "If are so bent on helping the business why don't you just marry her?" growled Yuuichi at his youngest sibling.

"Yuuichi! Kyoya doesn't have to marry anyone. He doesn't even have to get engaged, there's still time for that." Chided Akito. He was about to say more when Yoshio spoke up. "And if I were to tell you to get married to Hoshakuji's daughter? Would you consent Kyoya?"

"Of course. Renge is amiable and we already know each other, which makes everything a lot easier."

Ootori Yoshio took in his son's answer and analyzed the situation. Such a union would be good, it would bring many benefits and he was more than sure that Hoshakuji Kane would agree. The fact that Kyoya was willing to go along with it pleased him a great deal. He would discuss this possibility with Kane for he was pretty sure Renge had no fiancé.

Kyoya, for his part, was happy with the way things progresses. He was certain that his father would try to engage him to Renge. The benefits were too tempting for him not to. Kyoya realised he should actually thank his older brothers for opening their mouths. Akito was watching him strangely. In fact Akito was the one that could at times read Kyoya like a book and right now he could tell his younger brother was quite happy, he just didn't know why. 'Could it be that you wanted this to happen, Kyoya?'The rest of the ride was silent.

Meanwhile Renge was at home sitting on her bed. She had been among the last to leave and now she wondered what Kyoya was doing. 'Why can't I just get him out of my head?' The young woman rubbed her temples, feeling a headache coming. 'Ah, why does it have to be so complicated?' Not feeling up to analyzing anything Renge turned in for the night.

As luck would have it, Renge wasn't rid of Kyoya not even in her dreams. Only there it was a different Kyoya that was with her. Sure, he wasn't Myabi like at all, Kyoya was still cruel and manipulative but he liked her. 'Like' because she didn't dare say 'love', it was such a strong word that it should not be taken lightly. The dream itself was not much. They, Renge and Kyoya, were at the beach, the sun was shinning and the blue-green water of the sea splashed the sand. One of his arms was wrapped around her shoulder while the other shielded his eyes from the sun, which he was glaring at. She couldn't help but giggle at his visage. He was so cute that she moved to give him a peck on the cheek. Unfortunately, or fortunately for her he turned his head in her direction and their lips collided.

Embarrassed, she wanted to pull away but he wouldn't let go. Not that she was complaining. True, she was content until her alarm clock started ringing. She bolted up with a start and proceeded to swear at the shrieking little object that woke her up. 'What the...? Couldn't you just not work and let me sleep? Stupid clock!' The unfairness of it all was getting on her nerves. Today wasn't even a school day.

A chill travelled down her spine. Something was definitely not right, that or something big was about to happen. Renge didn't bother with getting out of bed; she just lowered herself back on the sheets and stretched out like a cat. Her eyes fixed on the ceiling as a thunder boomed outside. Now that she was paying attention she could hear the rain beating at her window. Her eyes closed as she listened to the storm. She just waited for someone to enter her room and tell her something that would totally throw her off.

Click, click, click sounded outside her door. A knock and then the slight opening until she voiced her approval of the person coming in. Renge's father stood before her with a serious look on his face. Renge concentrated her full attention on him. Whatever he was going to tell her must be awfully important for him to be so serious about it. And if it concerned her then it was it was even more important. She mentally prepared herself.

So, what happens next? What's this big announcement? Wait and see.