I overheard the twins saying something about playing the which one is Hikaru game. Their clients obviously loved it. My days in the Host Club had grown into a mutual understanding that I'd be there, but wasn't an official member of the club nor was I a fan. The girls didn't seem to pay me any attention thankfully. I was drawn back out of my thoughts as Haruhi walked by them claiming, "That's the dumbest game I've ever heard of."

I smiled knowingly at her. She was both very observant and yet completely oblivious when it came to herself. After spending so much time daily with those two I knew she'd sooner or later figure them out. As for myself, I only saw them during club time or events. But it came easily enough for me to pick them apart. After all no two sports are exactly identical and neither are people. The slight details help in seeing those differences.

Hmm, I wonder how this is going to go. Might as well sit and watch. I heard someone storming toward the twins and could only surmise it to be Tamaki. He was ranting as usual, but I never paid him any mind. But this time it involved Haruhi and a picture of her on the website. I decided I might as well hop up and figure out why he was so upset. Thankfully the girls let me through easily and I saw her picture was photo-shopped to look like a shirtless guy. I had to hold in my laughter knowing now wasn't the time.

But then my tiny smile fell off my face. I saw a picture of me on the website. I looked over at Kyoya as I saw him typing away. I made my way over to him and asked, "Kyoya what's my picture doing on the Host Club's site?"

Takashi was standing behind some of the girls holding up Honey so he could see the picture of Haruhi. Then Honey saw my picture and pointed it out to Takashi. He nodded as the girls around the laptop cooed at how cute I looked with a softball uniform on as I smiled cleaning the bat in my hand.

He adjusted his glasses and calmly stated, "Simple, you're Haruhi's older sister figure so the girls love you from afar and wanted to know more about you so the twins put your profile online as well."

"Wait, you mean there's more than just my picture?" I stammered.

"Yes, it has your profile like the rest of the hosts."

"But I'm not a host!" I slightly raised my voice showing my annoyance.

I was brought back by Haruhi stating to the twins to stop making weird pictures of her. I smiled when she included me shortly after. "And no more using Ayako on the club's website, it's bad enough I'm here, you leave her out of it."

I hugged her gently around the shoulders. "Thanks Haruhi, but honestly I can take care of myself. I'm here to look after you remember; besides your picture takes precedence over mine."

The girls swooned at my show of affection and Haruhi trying to protect his older sister. We both sighed at the girls but smiled nonetheless. Then Haruhi looked back to the twins. "Just what do you take us for anyways?"

"Isn't it obvious? You're our toys." They stated in unison like usual.

He didn't know why but when the twins called Ayako their toy it got under his skin. Takashi gripped his knees under the table trying to calm down.

Haruhi got upset while I just shrugged them off. I knew they wanted us to rise to their bait. Haruhi did, but I just stayed close in case she needed me. Thankfully, someone interrupted their small spat. This guy dressed all in black came out of nowhere. He looked kinda creepy, but I figured he meant to. I wonder who he is. Where did this guy come from? And I wonder if it's all an act.

I came back when Tamaki was explaining the guy, whose name was Nekozawa and that he could curse you using his doll. I whispered under my breath, "I doubt he's that bad. Tamaki's probably overreacting like usual."

Then the twins used a flashlight on the poor guy who then ran away screaming. "Well that was a bit much." I sighed.

I felt Takashi standing close by and heard his grunt in response to my statement. Then the twins got my attention again by asking Haruhi if they could see her place. I laughed softly into my hand picturing how Ranka would react to the hosts. I failed to notice Takashi's blush. "Well, this is going to be interesting."

I looked up at Takashi and asked, "How do you think they'll get Haruhi to submit?"

He shrugged and made his way back toward Honey. I smiled at both boys. True, we were in the same class and were kinda close, but I made sure to keep my distance from most of the boys here. I didn't want to make enemies of any of these girls or their families. And besides, it wouldn't do for a commoner like me to fall for someone of their standing. It would never work. I knew that I had a minor crush on Takashi, but was trying very hard for it not to go anywhere.

The twins tried betting Haruhi couldn't tell them apart. I made my way toward them and whispered so they could hear. "I wouldn't do that boys."

They glanced at me over their shoulders, but continued on anyways. Well, I tried to warn them.

They proceeded anyway and Haruhi guessed right. They tried to fool her saying she was wrong. But I saw her gentle smile and knew she was going to say she was right. I hugged her around the neck and said, "See, I told you guys not to try that game with her. She's not the only one who can tell you guys apart." I giggled at their expressions.

A couple girls walked up to us and asked how we could tell them apart. I let Haruhi state her reasons. I smiled when it was my turn, tilting my head to the side. "Well, it's a bit different for me. You see, since I play so many sports I notice the smallest details and even when two sports look exactly the same they're totally different. It's the same with people."

I noticed the girls blushed when both Haruhi and I were explaining our views. It made me seriously wonder what was up with the people attending here.

Then the twins began arguing with each other. It was rather odd to witness. Then Tamaki had to interject himself into the fight. I swore he always had to be the center of attention. Renge popped up out of the floor suddenly on a revolving platform. I tuned her out much like I tuned out Tamaki. The twins demanded more attention from anyone at the moment with their growing feud.

The next day was even worse apparently. Haruhi made it a point between classes to find me. I could tell she was exasperated with the twins. I knew she needed me because she asked for me to go to the lunchroom with her which neither of us ever did. We usually stayed in our room and ate our bento boxes in peace.

When the bell rang signaling lunch I grabbed my bento and walked to the lunchroom. I walked in right behind Takashi, Honey, Kyoya, and Tamaki. Since the twins and Haruhi were already in the lunchroom. I was hidden behind Takashi though since I didn't want the girls to get the wrong impression. I wiggled around the boys and walked toward where Haruhi said she'd be sitting. I sat down away from the chaos, but was followed by Hikaru and Haruhi shortly. They were sitting across from me.

I was opening up my bento when Hikaru and Haruhi switched lunches. I smiled knowing she'd find their food delicious and was awarded with her big, happy eyes at the flavor. I smiled gently at her as I started to eat mine.

Tamaki tried to get in on Hikaru's plan with treating Haruhi to lunch and was trying to get her original bento. Kaoru then came and sat on the opposite side of Haruhi and tried to feed her some of his lunch to which Hikaru interfered.

The twins then proceeded to throw things around the room at each other. I saw Honey flying through the items and saw Takashi run in and grab him. I smiled at his concern, but I don't think it was wise of him to get thrown about either.

I grabbed my bento and asked Haruhi, "Want to do what we usually do?"

She nodded and grabbed her bento. We both left the lunchroom and walked outside instead of going into our rooms. "I'm sorry Haruhi. Have they been like that all day? And what's with their hair?"

Sighing she explained everything to me. We sat discussing the twins while eating our bento boxes outside under a tree. "Well hopefully things clear out by club time right?"

We sighed, finished our bentos, and made our way back to our classes to finish the day. As classes wore on I decided if they didn't stop soon I'd intervene. After all, it was disrupting Haruhi's school academics. I hated seeing her like this too.

Club time rolled around and everyone excluding the twins was there. Apparently Kyoya had closed the club for the day. He then did something that ticked me off. He blamed Haruhi and me for the twins' behavior. Since we could tell them apart it was obviously our fault.

I had to refrain from growling out at Kyoya. He would definitely be getting a firm talking to later. Honey came to his rescue though. He stated that this was the twins' first fight.

I could tell Haruhi had made up her mind with this silly fight. I knew that if things hadn't fixed themselves by tomorrow she'd end it.

The next day, I walked into the room as I saw Haruhi run up and hit the twins over the head and began lecturing them. I smiled at her, but noticed things seemed odd. I couldn't put my finger on it though. Then my hunch became a reality. The twins had manipulated Haruhi into getting their way.

I had to stifle a giggle that was bubbling up. I noticed that Takashi was looking at me and I whispered for his ears only. "I was right. They got Haruhi to do what they wanted."

I saw his lips twitch into a small smirk that sent my heart into a sporadic pace. I smiled gently at him hoping I wasn't blushing.

I then shook my head to clear my thoughts and glanced at Haruhi. Shaking my head again at her expression and physical position. "Oh Haruhi, it's not that bad."

"Yes, it is Ayako." She grumbled. I grabbed ahold of her arms and lifted her up smiling gently.

"I'll be there if they come over ok? I promise you won't ever be without me." She nodded still slumped against my shoulder as I hugged her until she could stand on her own.

The next day at the club the twins still had their hair dyed the blue and pink but had switched it. Haruhi commented on it, but thankfully the twins just stared after her.

The twins' world was growing; it now included Haruhi and me. They were no longer alone. I would make sure they were never alone again. I knew what it felt like, and true they had each other to hold on to while I had no one. But I knew it was scary letting someone into your inner circle.

I made it a point to talk to Hikaru and Kaoru once the club was closed. "Hey guys, I wanted to tell you something."

"What is it Ayako-sempai?" Hikaru grumbled.

I laughed at his attitude. "I just wanted to say I'm glad you can now count Haruhi in on your inner circle. And I want you both to know that she's not the only one. You can always talk or count on me too ok?"

They stood there speechless just staring at me. I then heard Haruhi saying she was ready to go. "Well, I gotta go. But seriously, if you ever need me just call."

"Bye Hikaru!" I looked at Hikaru and gave him a hug.

I hugged Kaoru next before I waved as I ran off toward Haruhi. "Bye Kaoru!" I called looking over my shoulder.

They just stared after Ayako as she ran to Haruhi's side smiling. When did our circle open to these two girls? The twins thought.