Authors Note: Hi everybody! Thank you once again for all of your kind words, they all help a lot! Since I live in a town where most people speak Spanish it's hard to get a good way of learning English with proper grammar and stuff, so if I make mistakes like that, I'm really sorry, but just remember I'm learning this all myself. That's why if anyone wants to help me out by being an editor that would be great, they would need to be on like everyday cause I get all nervous if it isn't back by the next day I sent it. Aw, I'm introducing the twins now cause I can. You'll just eat them up. Kukuku.
Um there is also another thing that I'd like to bring up, I'll probably be bringing up a lot of these little flashbacks, because I've made up this whole big theory and I really need to establish the relationships between the little girl and the little boy before I can actually make you guys gasp or go Aww.
By the way I'd just like to tell you that I'm listening to the step up album while writing this cause I'm very depressed (and a tad bit disappointed) after reading the Harry Potter book. Please don't discuss it in reviews for people who haven't read it, I don't mind Emails though. Anyways if you guys couldn't tell from my writing JK is like my total hero so the book was kinda a downer. Anywho that's why my writing is a little drab, so sorry!
Once again thank you everyone! Love ya!
Edit: Someone just asked me why the sudden in change in updating schedule, well for one I'm feeling better so I can write faster, second, I'll be going back to school soon so I just want to get as much as I can out on paper before that happens. However I do hope that you guys still review on each chapter, because it seems that the slower I update I get 20 reviews on one chapter, and when I update quickly I only get three. I know this sounds selfish but I use reviews as a count as to how many people are reading, so if only three people are telling me they like the story, I get discouraged and think something's wrong with my writing.
So if nothing else can you just shout out and tell me you're still reading? THANKS!
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Haruhi gave a heavy sigh as she leaned against the car window, her face forward and angry. Hikaru laughed nervously as Kaoru rubbed the back of his head, it wasn't their fault that their mother had decided to cut their vacation shot. Haruhi sighed as she looked out the window, her brown eyes full of questions. She didn't understand why it was so urgent that they got back to their home town just for Hikaru to escort some stupid girl to a stupid little ball. Of course none of this showed on her calm face as she drummed her long fingernails against the window.
"Kaoru didn't your mother tell you that she just invited the girls to dinner? So tell me again why we're all going to this huge banquet…" Haruhi whispered in an irritated tone. Kaoru sighed as he shrugged and leaned himself against his brother.
"Well you see what my mother means by dinner is a coming out into society banquet slash ball slash bore fest. She just wanted to trick me and Hikaru into escorting a few ladies to it in our free time." Kaoru added as he sighed and looked up at the top of the limo. Hikaru stared at Haruhi with guilty eyes as she sighed and looked out the window. He really had just wanted to give her a peaceful vacation, but once again he screwed everything up. Hikaru hit his forehead as he silently prayed to god that this wouldn't end up a total mess.
"So what are you two doing again?" Haruhi said calmly as her mind raced a thousand miles per hour. She and Hikaru had kissed, not only had they kissed, they had kissed for a long time. Hikaru for the strangest reason seemed to be happy with just pressing his lips against her, so Haruhi had to hold back her raging hormones to grab him and pull him so close he would have no choice but to take the hint. The girl hid a blush under her jacket as she took in a deep breath. God that kiss was amazing. She used to believe that her first kiss would be with Tamaki, but now, after it was done with, Haruhi couldn't have seen it happening any other way.
She loved them both, but it was almost impossible to explain the type of love she held for the both of them. As Hikaru and Kaoru tried to think of a proper way to tell her what their mother was up to, her mind wandered. Yes, comparing their love, was like…comparing a dog and a cat.
A mental image of a Tamaki puppy and a Hikaru kitten popped in her head without warning. The dog sat dumbly, his long blonde fur flying as he hopped up and down, looking cute while the cat rolled his eyes and licked his orange paw elegantly. Haruhi giggled inside her head, but continued with her comparison.
Haruhi loved the dog because of its loyalty, kindness, and carefree nature but his lack of seriousness was both a good and bad thing for her. She needed someone who would know when to cheer her up, and when it was just annoying. She loved the cat for his sleek and sneaky composure, his fine taste and mischievous glare but she hated his tendency to pounce at any other animal that stood in his way. She had a life, and she needed them to understand that just because she cared for others didn't mean she didn't love them just as much.
"Well…we're going back home to escort a few ladies around" Hikaru said tenderly, his face blushing at his own words.
The dog loved and accepted everyone, which in most cases was a good trait. The cat locks onto one person and one person only, not showing any interest in sharing his love with any other people, and although the dogs love was pure, the cat was much lonelier and in need of someone to hold onto…
Haruhi wasn't stupid, she knew her feelings for the two boys way before she had kissed Hikaru, but she wasn't willing to admit it until she had chosen one of them, she didn't want to hurt the others feelings by making them feel they had a chance. But in one moment, those feelings were overwhelmed as Hikaru's lonely nature finally became clear to her. She wanted to be the one and the only one that he loved, whether that was selfish or not, she didn't care. Haruhi closed her eyes, her mind dreaming back to that kiss, it was so warm and much slower and simpler than she had imagined. Of course, when the door to the elevator opened Haruhi had pretended nothing had happened as did Hikaru, and they both went and bought the piece of clothing that she had originally intended to get (by taking the stairs of course). They both knew that this major change would be bad to do over night, and so they had to take it slow, especially with Kaoru.
"Haruhi?" Hikaru and Kaoru asked as she dozed off, thinking of slow transitions to show the others that they had decided to give each other a shot. Tamaki would flip, Honey would do back flips, Mori would most likely pat them on the head, and Kyouya would probably just smirk that stupid smirk of his. It wasn't like these were the things that they feared, it was Kaoru's reaction. Though words were never spoken on the matter Haruhi assumed both she had Hikaru knew of Kaoru's feelings for her, towards them in general.
Yes, it was fairly obvious that they would need to take things very slowly.
"Yea?" Haruhi asked calmly. Hikaru merely smiled at her forcing her to hold back a giddy open mouthed smile in return. Damn it Hikaru, why couldn't you make it easy on her? Couldn't he wait until Kaoru was at least out of sight?
"Did you hear us?" Kaoru asked gently. Haruhi gave him a sweet smile, making him blink at the unusual return as she laughed and rubbed the back of her head as she whispered a small yes. The girl looked back up and blinked as she looked from Kaoru to Hikaru.
"I still don't understand why you have to escort them…you guys aren't engaged are you?" Haruhi asked calmly. She knew that Tamaki's 'assignment' with Éclair had only led to a fight for Tamaki's freedom; the last thing she wanted was a replay of that episode. Both Hikaru and Kaoru laughed at the same moment as they leaned against the car's seat. Kaoru was the first to answer.
"Aw no Haruhi, our mother would never do anything like that. The two of us escorting them is just like another assignment in the host club. " Kaoru answered simply. Haruhi still looked a bit confused, after all life and the host club were two very different things weren't they? Hikaru gave her a small smile as he continued with the explanation.
"You see long before we were in the Host club our mother has used our looks for her business. When we were children she would use us to model her lines, and when we became popular with women she assigned us to escort designers' daughters to swoon them into joining our fashion line. It used to bother us because every time that they came home we wouldn't get to see them for weeks at a time due to escorting, and when we were finished we would only be given another job. But…we just stopped caring after a while. We are supposed to give them whatever they want to make sure that we get their business and support, but it usually doesn't take much." Hikaru stated in a bored voice as he leaned back once more. Haruhi blinked as the next statement flew out of her mouth-
"You guys make it sound like your mothers using you guys like tools" Haruhi laughed out. To her surprise Hikaru and Kaoru both froze, their sweet and calm eyes slipping into shocked ones. Haruhi stopped laughing, her eyes becoming sad as Kaoru dropped his eyes and turned, ignoring the others. Hikaru hid his shock as he gave a soft scoff and closed his eyes half way, feeling his lids becoming droopy as anger crossed his sweet face.
"Heh. That's a good word for it Haruhi. We've been trying to think of one for years now. Ha-ha yep! That's what we are, tools." He said with a wide grin as the look of anger disappeared from his face. Haruhi stared at him with an open mouth as she glanced at the still numb Kaoru, had she accidentally hit a nerve? Hikaru laughed heartily as he put a strong hand on her shoulder, flashing a grin as he held onto her shoulder for a second.
"But let's not worry about that! She invited you as well, just have fun ok? I'll make sure mommy dearest takes care of you." Hikaru added sweetly. Haruhi suddenly became scared as he talked, how long was he going to be gone?
"You mean that you won't be with me?" Haruhi asked gently. Hikaru blushed at her pathetic voice and face as she let her shoulders slump. She didn't want to be left alone at a party with people she didn't know, especially with rich bastards. Haruhi looked down at herself, jeans and a damp t-shirt. They had left from the elevator after making sure that Hikaru would be ok for one more night without medication. Of course Haruhi wasn't happy about his decision seeing as how he had fainted only a few hours ago, but he assured her that as soon as they got home he would take care of himself.
"Do you really expect me to go in there and embarrass myself alone?!" Haruhi asked, her eyes wide and pleading. She didn't worry about clothes before, seeing as how Hikaru and Kaoru were dressed in nearly the same thing state, but now that they wouldn't be with her she was suddenly conscious of her looks. Hikaru blinked, as if not expecting those words to come out of Haruhi's lips. He laughed and stretched his arms lazily as he pondered her thoughts.
"You didn't think we wouldn't let you show yourself off tonight did you? Don't worry about it Haruhi, we've already arranged for some maids to have something for you. You already stand out enough as it is, we will just make sure you stand out in a good way." Hikaru stated simply.
"Now I advise you get some sleep, it's gonna be a long drive." Hikaru mumbled as he closed his eyes. Haruhi smiled very softly and nodded a bit before looking towards Kaoru who still hadn't said a word. Haruhi slid to his side and placed her head on his shoulder gently, her own eyes seeming to soak up his pain. Kaoru blinked blushing awkwardly as he looked down at her. Haruhi didn't look up but kept her head against him as she let out a soft sigh.
"…H-Haruhi?" He whispered softly as to not wake his brother. Haruhi didn't say a word but reached out and grabbed his hand in her own, giving it a comfortable squeeze. Kaoru looked down at their hands, holding in his confusion. This was a different air that she usually carried around her, it was far more relaxed, understanding…
Even if her intentions weren't romantic, it was calming. The boy let out a heavy sigh as he leaned his head on top of hers. Haruhi had once again worked her magic. Even though the actions might have seemed romantic, he knew the true meaning of them was to make the hurt expression of his disappear. Kaoru sighed once more and gripped her hand tightly as he closed his eyes. He wanted to apologize to her. He wanted to let her know that he really did support the two, but he couldn't bring words out.
However he could not fight the feeling of sleep as he nestled his head into her hair and listened to her even breathing. She was dreaming of something peaceful…he was glad.
"Hehe. You're funny!" The little girl called out as she followed the boy who had saved her from the bullies only a moment before. The boy turned his hair on end and his face filled with anger. His cheeks puffed out as he pushed her down to the ground with little strength, a hot blush fresh on his cheeks. The girl blinked as she mumbled under her breath and picked her body up, rubbing her sore bottom as she once again started after him. The boy, surprised, started in a run, shock covering him. Why was this girl still following him?!
There was no denying she was cute, with long and neatly cut brown hair and big almond eyes, however she was a commoner, and wasn't worth his time. The boy ran as fast as he could, utterly stunned that she was catching up with him in such a long and stiff dress. The girl fell, scraping her knees with dirt before letting out a yell of pain and wiping at her eyes as a small trickle of blood dripped down her shin. The boy giggled happily at seeing her pain before starting in a run again.
"W-wait." The girl hiccupped out. The boy stopped, and turned, still not feeling guilty for her fall. The girl cried softly, rubbing her eyes as her hands trailed her somewhat bruised face. Even though the boys had not done it personally, the rocks that they had thrown left marks on her even skin. The boy walked back to her until he was staring down at her pathetic face with hateful eyes. The girl sobbed softly, keeping her pain to herself as she reached out her hand. The boy smacked it away angrily, making her flinch.
"You think that just because you cry someone will pay attention to you?" He asked sadistically. He laughed cruelly, letting her tears fall at a faster rate as she shrunk her hand back. He was angry, really angry. She had never seen a person this way before, everyone always surrounded her with smiles and laughs; no one had ever glared at her like this.
"You think that crying will get you what you want? That mommy will come jumping to your rescue? It's pathetic. I hate kids like you. Kids who think that mommy and daddy are everything in the world and that just sitting on your butt will get you where you wanna be! I HATE PEOPLE LIKE YOU!" The boy yelled angrily. The girl flinched at every word, tears slowly hitting the ground. She dared to look back up at his eyes, which held a fire of hate swirling in her direction. But…they also held pain, even deeper pain than he let on. The little girl reached out her hand again, this time not for help, but to touch him. The little boy noticed the difference in her actions immediately, his eyes widened as he slapped her straight across the face, seeming to be frightened of touch.
"D-don't touch me," He whispered angrily "I-I don't want damn commoner germs on me…o-only one persons allowed to console me and you aren't him!"
The little girl sat content as she stared up at him sadly, even though he didn't mean to, he had let on more than he planned. The girl felt her eyes water again, but not at the pain of her wound or the sharp sting of the red mark across her face, buts he suddenly felt pity for him.
"…Your parents can't even hold you? …don't you love your parents?" The little girl asked softly. The boy stood, frozen in the grass as he started to shake. Tears rimmed at his beautiful eyes as he suddenly shook his head, his hair falling in all directions as he threw out his hand.
"That's none of your business! A commoner like you wouldn't know what being a child only born for convenience is like! Your parents probably love you and wanted to have you! You have no idea! You'll never know the pain that I feel knowing I was only born because it would make my parents work easier!" He yelled, only a few droplets of fresh tears falling from his eyes. The little girl pulled her knees up to her torso before wrapping her arms around her ankles casually. The boy stared down at her as his tears hit her dirty shoes. He slowly wiped the tear away with his finger and stared down at the water; that had never happened before…
"Yea…I guess you're right…my parents love me a whole lot and I'm pretty sure that I would never be able to imagine what you go through. But I know a secret to making those little drips of water go away." The girl laughed, giving a very sweet smile as her pretty eyes closed. The boy wiped at his eyes again, feeling them coming faster than before.
"Hurry before my brother comes! Tell me the secret!" He yelled angrily. The girl giggled, pointing a spot in front of her. He growled and sat down, crossing his legs Indian style as she slowly opened her eyes into small slits, the beautiful shy smile still curved on her face.
"Here- closer." She whispered. He rolled his eyes and put his head in closer so that he could hear what she had to say. Just as his nose touched hers the girl jetted forward and pecked him on the lips before drawing back with such speed 'The Flash' would have been given a ride for his money. She giggled as the boy put a finger on his lip tenderly, that was such a warm feeling. The girl laughed again and rubbed his hair quickly before standing up and taking his hand.
"See no more tears!" The girl laughed out. He could only nod dumbly as she chuckled and skipped forward, tugging him behind her. He stared at her with a dumb look of shock as she giggled again and looked back, tilting her head sweetly for him as he stood his ground, making her stop running.
"What was that for?" He asked slowly, blinking innocently and actually looking his age for the first time since she had met him. The girl merely laughed and squeezed his tiny hand in her own tighter as she let her hair fall around her.
"It's cause I like you silly, hehe and cause you're my friend! And Daddy said that's what friends do!" The girl chimed out. She laughed again as she turned to face him, her other hand reaching out and taking his as she held onto them tightly.
"We'll be good friends k?!" She asked, her giddy smile flashing at him as he blinked, completely dumbstruck by her cute and kind exterior. He slowly nodded, his eyes becoming much gentler as she laughed again and stood with him, warm hands still holding his cold ones.
"Alright! I'll be back tomorrow ok? We'll go and play in the park together! I'll meet you at the pond!" The girl giggled out, he continued to slowly nod as she nodded quickly and let go of his hands, causing him to snap back to reality.
"Wa-wait! No we can't be friends! HOLD ON A MINUTE! ARE YOU EVEN LISTENING TO ME YOU STUPID LITTLE COMMONER?!"
"My lady Haruhi, please wake up…" A soft voice whispered into Haruhi's ear as she turned on her side, feeling a familiar and comforting warmth fill up in her body at the thought of her old friend. It had been a while since she had consciously dreamt of him. Haruhi mumbled under her breath as she turned again at feeling soft hands on her shoulders, she didn't want to wake up. The girl let out a soft cough as she slowly sat up at hearing words being breathed into her ear with the utmost caution.
"..huh?" Haruhi mumbled as she rubbed her eyes. In front of her stood a lovely looking maid, her hair pulled up in a high ponytail as she smiled happily at Haruhi before putting out her hand to help her out of bed.
"Oh I'm so sorry; I didn't know I was so tired." Haruhi whispered, realizing that the maid probably had to resist the urge to throw water over her head to wake her. Haruhi rubbed her eyes and looked down at her bed as the maid placed a simple, yet elegant blue dress down on the bed. Haruhi whispered something about rich bastards before allowing the maid to examine her body and hair. The maid was obviously looking for some good traits in her, but Haruhi doubted she'd see any.
"My my, this dress is much too small for your chest and hips. I don't know what those boys were thinking, you're not a stick." The maid whispered as she held the dress up and looked back at Haruhi. It was true, the dress was beautiful, but the boys had apparently not noticed her body changed underneath her heavy and baggy clothes.
"Well Master Hikaru and Kaoru are usually not wrong about these things, but it's good that I keep spares on hand right?" The girl asked classily. Haruhi slowly nodded as she opened up the closet to the large room. She pulled out a white dress strapless dress. It was very simple, but looked like something out of a Cinderella fairy tale to Haruhi. Unlike the other dress it's torso was made up of stiff material that created the illusion of extreme curves by letting everything past the hip glow out in soft layers like a ball gown. Haruhi suddenly gulped.
"M-mam. There's no way that I can give that dress justice. That can't be the dress for me…" Haruhi said as she took in a shaky breath. She was scrawny, had chicken legs, and a little chest, this dress was built for someone with a good figure. Not for someone like her. The maid smiled as she looked down at it. The beads, which are first glance were just glitter, shining against the white cloth, were arranged in a tiny pattern that hugged at the top of the dress, creating a flower pattern of beads in the lace.
"Do you like it?" She asked kindly. Haruhi reluctantly nodded, she would never get the chance to wear such fine material again, and like a forbidden fruit, it pulled her in. She was curious, she wanted to know if these rich and designer clothes really could work magic on her like she always imagined it could. Who cares if Hikaru wasn't able to see her, she wanted to be a princess for a little while damn it!
"…Yes…yes I like it very much…"
"Well then it's the dress for you. Now, put on something you're willing to get dirty and come with me, I'll do your make up and hair." The maid added gently. Haruhi slowly nodded as she scrunched up the back of her hair causing it to fall in small ripples. Maybe this wouldn't be so bad?
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"Introducing Lady Haley and Hannah and Their Escorts Masters Kaoru and Hikaru" A loud voice called out from the top of the stairs. Hikaru and Kaoru were dressed at their finest, their normal happy smiles were replaced by handsome seriousness as the girls at their sides dipped their heads elegantly to acknowledge a welcome to everyone. They were rather beautiful women with eyes of a deep blue and silky looking blonde hair. They were both dressed in matching outfits of blue that complimented Hikaru and Kaoru's matching white tuxedo suits. Everyone turned their heads and slowed their dances to look at them. The two twin daughters of the main cloth industry and the two twin sons of the best fashion line in Japan, it truly was a beautiful sight.
From behind them Haruhi grumbled, she wasn't allowed to be seen with them, she had been informed, and so sticking behind the wall while she tried to push down her heeber jeebers was the best that she could do. Proper ladies were supposed to be shown around by escorts right? That's why the beautiful and elegant ladies all had men smiling by their sides and all of the other women were serving food. Haruhi moaned to herself, it wasn't like she could just ask some random man to walk her down the stairs and if she walked down herself she would cause too much attention.
"Haruhi is that you?" A smooth voice asked. Haruhi turned around quickly at hearing her name, it was surprising enough to even hear someone who knew her name, but it was especially hard for her to believe that it had in fact, been a male calling her name.
"Eh..eh…eh…y-you…" Haruhi whimpered out as the man smiled and walked to her side. He looked around slowly, making her freeze in her spot as he looked at her once again. The girl sighed, of course, if anyone she would have to run into this wolf.
"Did the twins leave you by yourself?" He asked lowly. Haruhi sighed and shook her head no before explaining that they were 'escorting' a few ladies around the premises. He only nodded at this and looked down at her, his lips curling into a disapproving frown. Haruhi blushed, placing her eye brows together as she pouted, knowing that look. That was the Oh-god-what-where-they-thinking-with-you look. Haruhi hid a low growl as the man rubbed his temple.
"Well I can't just leave you here to make a fool of yourself I suppose...I gather you've never been to a formal event of this stature before?" He said softly and with a hint of sadistic nature. Haruhi laughed through gritted teeth as she shook her head. The man stood behind her and pushed at her back with his large palm so she was standing as straight as a board.
"Pretend you're wearing a Kimono in a tea ceremony. Carry an aura of elegance around you, for goodness sake's you're a proper lady. Un-grit your teeth and smile like you belong here. Keep your head held high and act like you own the place or else you'll be chewed up and spit out before you even had a chance to reach the bottom of the steps. Place your arm into mine and for goodness sake act like you weren't tottaly forced into this." The man echoed out numbly. Haruhi twitched angrily as he made her stand in proper poise, and wouldn't even push herself to admit that he was right.
"Oh and by the way Haruhi," he started. Haruhi clenched her teeth unwillingly as she imagined stabbing him over and over again her head. To her surprise however and ever so small smile graced his lips "…you look wonderful."
Haruhi looked back at him right as they got on the top step, a small blush on her cheek. She smiled happily and mouthed him a thank you. She giggled inside her head, even if it wasn't Hikaru giving her the compliment; it still seemed like a major accomplishment, especially for her.
"Introducing, Lady Haruhi, and Master Kyouya…." The two headed down the stairs gracefully without many eyes on them, but that was just fine with Haruhi. She could spot Kaoru and Hikaru with the two other girls off in the corner, but she tried not to focus on that fact for to long. Kyouya and Haruhi reached the bottom step before he slowly let her arm fall out of his own. Haruhi looked back at him before looking around, not seeing why he would be at such an event.
"That reminds me Kyouya. Why are you here?" She asked, tilting her head a bit. The man smiled innocently before brushing her question off and picking another topic of discussion. He sat her down at the table and discussed the most intellectually random things she could think of- though it wasn't really a bad conversation par say. Her lips moved on their own creating a conversation ranging from the Ouran High faults to Global warming and politics. She swore she even heard him laugh at a few of her jokes. Maybe Kyouya wasn't so bad; after all, taking her from this horribly dull party was a thing that a good guy does right? However she failed to notice the pair of eyes glaring at them from the other side of the room.
"Would you care for this dance Lady Haruhi?" Kyouya teased as he placed out his hand. Haruhi stared, now knowing that he was up to something. Had Tamaki put him up to this? Or had the twins bribed him off? Nonetheless she didn't mind placing her gentle palm against his own as he swept her across the dance floor in one smooth motion. Haruhi smiled brightly as he twirled her underneath his long arms before pulling her in and letting her go. At first she stumbled about awkwardly, having only learned the dance steps for the male lead in the Host club, but she soon found her balance and adjusted to the female follower.
"Hikaru called me and told me tonight would be awkward for you…." Kyouya whispered to her. Haruhi's eyes widened as she felt anger tear up inside of her. So Kyouya had been bribed to do this? But, the anger sizzled away as she rationalized that he wouldn't have had to do it if he didn't want to, and the gesture from both Hikaru and Kyouya was rather sweet. She slowly nodded as he made a brisk turn so that they were in clear view of the twins.
"He also told me that the hospital charged you a rather outrageous bill for your stay. I assure you that this has been taken care of..." Kyouya answered as calmly as possibly without sounding smug. Haruhi's eyes widened as Kyouya smiled at her, his dark glasses hiding the real look in his eye.
Hikaru attempted to crush the glass that he was holding as Hannah, his lady for the evening, laughed and sat next to him, trying to grab his attention back to her. Hikaru was fuming; as soon as he had gotten Haruhi back Kyouya was trying to steal her away. Hikaru had asked that he be a friend to her tonight, not a perfect date! Hell if he wanted that he would have just called Tamaki, at least then it was assured that Haruhi would be able to see his flaws within the first two minutes.
"Re-really? I mean…thank you Kyouya…that's very kind of you…I don't have to work it off do I?" Haruhi asked in a low voice. Kyouya laughed softly under his breath as he pulled her in close so that their torsos were pierced against one another's. Haruhi let out a taken breath as he dipped her so low that her head was dangerously close to the floor.
Hikaru spit out his water as he saw Kyouya's head dip down next to Haruhi's. Flames erupted as he ditched Hannah, who was desperately trying to cling onto his tuxedo, and stormed over to the two as quickly and quietly as he could.
"Of course not." He whispered near her ear "Just take care of my sons." Kyouya whispered, pushing her back up within a second. Haruhi held her head, suddenly feeling dizzy as Hikaru suddenly punched Kyouya's arm.
"May I cut in Mom?" He asked angrily, his shoulders shaking with a vengeance. He was willing to try and cut down on his jealousy for Haruhi's sake, but he already had a few fights to pick with Kyouya, he didn't need another one. Kyouya merely nodded, and left with a simple whisper in Hikaru's ear that Haruhi didn't catch.
"Don't drag her into this unless you plan on protecting her idiot…"
Hikaru scrunched up his nose, not understanding nor paying mind to Kyouya's words before smiling gently at Haruhi and holding out his hand. Haruhi hesitated, thinking of only Karou's feelings, and what everyone else would say if they saw her dancing with him. But no eyes were on the two, and even though Haruhi thought it was impossible, the two of them blended into the crowd rather beautiful. Haruhi smiled and clasped his hand in her own before letting him lead the dance.
Hikaru smiled happily, placing her hand to his mouth as he kissed her fingertips gently. This hand that he loved so much, it felt so right to have it back in his possession….
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"Ah Hikaru we've been dancing for to long, you need to get back to your girls" Haruhi told him simply as he moaned and put his head on top of hers. He didn't want to leave. Haruhi sent him a warning glare before pulling herself away without too much resistance from him. He knew she was right, but he didn't want to admit it.
"I'll go out to the garden ok? Once you can break away I'll meet you out there." Haruhi said with a simple nod. Hikaru sighed and watched her as she laughed and headed out the large glass doors. Hikaru smiled and walked slowly back to the table where the girls would be waiting for him. His eyes caught sight of two large blue dresses heading out the glass doors, and a funny pain stuck him in the heart, but he ignored it and sat down next to Kaoru.
"Hey Hikaru you finally back?" Kaoru asked as his big brother sat down beside him. Hikaru merely nodded before looking in all directions noticing that tow very beautiful girls had disappeared.
"Kaoru where are Hannah and Haley?" He asked blindly as he continued to look under the chairs and across the crowd for them. Kaoru simply shrugged his shoulders before leaning back into the expensive chair.
"They said something about needing to go to the powder room, don't worry about it they'll be back in a moment…" Through the crowd a woman with piercing cat eyes headed toward her boys as she laughed and got in front of the two after pushing her way from everyone.
"Hi guys, so, what did you think of Hannah and Haley? Their lovely little girls aren't they?" Their mother cooed out, once again going into the future, her eyes sparkling bright as she awaited her boys answer. Truthfully Hikaru and Kaoru thought they were dead boring, just like a couple of fan girls who had just gotten their dream wish come true. Hikaru sighed as he rested his head against his wrist.
"Sorry mom, I can't answer truthfully since I'm pretty sure it would make you cry, and I'd be a little bias since I already have a girl who I should have escorted in the first place…" Hikaru whispered to himself. Kaoru glanced over at him softly.
"Haruhi?"
"We were going to try and break the news to everyone gently since it's a trial and error thing, but yea…I wanted you to hear it from me anyways…"
"I'm not sure if this is the best way to verbalize it but thanks…" Kaoru whispered. The twins both looked back at their mother as she laughed nervously. Kaoru raised a brow at her, feeling suddenly very aware of his surroundings.
"…You…and Haruhi? You actually got together…ha-ha…oops…mommy made a boo-boo. Have a good night boys!" Their mother yelled, skipping off and away into the sea of dancing couples.
"Kaoru would it be saying I worry too much if I told you I had a bad feeling…"
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"Hehehe you ducky's' are so cute." Haruhi whispered as she sat by the pond, careful not to mess up her white dress as she looked at all of the ducks paddle and surround her when she tossed some of the bread she had taken from inside at the water. They quickly dove for it and all too happily thanked her with a satisfied quack. But her peace didn't last for long, a shiver ran down her back as she rubbed her arm, a hateful gaze was upon her.
"Servant as cute as it is seeing you feed these ducklings don't you think you'd be more suited for wiping the burnt crust off of the burners in the kitchen?" A cold voice called out. Haruhi didn't move from her spot and merely ignored the verbal insult.
"Oh no don't even mention that sister. She might try and eat the burnt tuna…we wouldn't want such good food wasted on that…" The voices sounded the same, but Haruhi knew without even looking around that they belonged to two different people, two identical people.
"Well I do like Tuna." Haruhi commented as she threw another piece gently out into the pond. She smirked to herself before feeling the back of her dress being pulled. Haruhi rose quickly at the sudden force and turned around as the two twins, both seeming beautiful, edged toward her.
"So I see you know my Hikaru?" One asked, her eyes darting dangerously toward Haruhi's feet. Haruhi took a ginger step back, a small, forced smile still on her face. What were these girls trying to get to? She laughed softly and nodded.
"Yes he's in my classes." Haruhi answered. The girl shook with anger and Haruhi could see it.
"You'd better stay away from him. You don't deserve him…you can't have him…" She threatened. This hit a nerve in Haruhi, verbal stuff she could handle, being pushed around was annoying, but not enough to set apart her temper; but being told no, that she couldn't have something? That didn't sit to well with her…
"…I can do whatever I want. Hikaru's my friend; he's only your escort for one night. I'll be standing by his side tomorrow and the next day long after you are holding onto your treasured memories." Haruhi replied smoothly. A nerve went off in the girl's head as she pushed Haruhi into the pond, soaking her from head to toe. Haruhi let out a cough as the cold chilled her already ill bones.
"…how does that feel?" She asked sadistically.
"….water can't hurt handsome men…" Haruhi whispered with a cruel smile, and with that, the hunt was on.
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"You think you belong here?! You think that just because you think you're close to those two you are allowed to be friends, or dare I say it lovers?" Another slap was thrown across the pale girls face as she sat in place, held down by one and being ridiculed by the other. How long had they been out here? Thirty minutes? An hour? At first Haruhi had just come out to see the pond, but she had been caught by the two seemingly harmless jealous sisters. Of course Haruhi had made a run for it, but heels and her didn't get along very well, and after some ineffective verbal beating they had resorted to hitting her in an attempt to make her beg for their forgiveness.
"It's funny…you say that to me…but you can't even tell which of those boys your escort is for the night…" Haruhi whispered, a smile plastered on her lips as she looked up at the enraged woman.
"Don't talk to me like that you useless little pig." Hannah muttered, her angry face being replaced by that of a numb and sadistic whench. She grabbed Haruhi's hair and dunked it into the pond, holding her down until she was sure the girl was suffering. Haruhi held her breath as long as possible, unable to struggle due to the other girl holding her legs and arms. Haruhi suddenly let out an air bubble as she choked on the water underneath her. Hannah pulled her back quickly causing Haruhi to let out an involuntary yell.
Hannah smiled cruelly as she held Haruhi's head back by the hair in one hand, the other picking up her right hand and examining it. Haruhi took in deep breaths, trying to regain what she had lost as the twins giggled. Hannah slowly started to bend Haruhi's fingers back, making her have to bite her lip out of sheer pain.
"Hikaru seemed so fascinated about your hands…I wonder if he'll still look at them the same after being bashed in." The girl whispered happily. Haruhi's eyes shot open out of fear as the other twin, Haley, pushed her down so she was bending over her knees, unable to move. Hannah threw Haruhi's hand down on the ground and looked around for something to hit it with. She laughed and took off her shoe, holding it above Haruhi's hand.
"Ready Sis? Hold her down good."
Tears glided down her cheeks from pain as a high heeled foot dug into her back, and it was at that moment that Haruhi wished for nothing more than Hikaru to magically come in and see the hurt she was in. She wanted someone to come in and stop these two, but even the maids passed by with hushed glances.
She wanted help.
But help wasn't coming…
