Chapter 12- Magic in Life:

Sena:

I couldn't help but sulk, even when Souh handed me my payment. It had been two days since my performance and Souh was just now paying me for it. Until then, I wasn't sure if I should go back to the apartment or not. I was a bit scared to go there in a way. So, I took Haschen and went to a place where we were told we were always welcomed- Ritsu's house. It was fun- I mean, Ritsu's father really did take a liking to me saying that I brightened up the home. Ritsu was already like a brother and I helped Tetsuya when it came to cleaning.

But now- I wasn't sure if I could continue to stay there. I wasn't even sure if the apartment was still opened. I didn't even know if it was still mine. I was too scared to go there- which was why Hex and Nekozawa had to go there themselves and all my belongings and put them in Nekozawa's house. Now…Where will I go now? What will I do now? What about Tetsuya and Ritsu? What about Haschen?
"And that should be it," he smiled, "Oh there is one more thing though!"

I looked at him confused.

"There's more?"

He chuckled slightly,
"Well, you have been such an addition to the festivities at Ouran, I would like to offer you a chance to do your magic shows here whenever you are needed. Of course, that does include clubs that may be need in need of your services as well. Free of charge, but in exchange….I will continue to pay for your apartment and you can stay a student here as well. Now, we do have a rule that students cannot work jobs, however, since you are a special case, if you do need the extra money you can work a job as well. As long as you are there whenever you are needed, of course. What do you say?"

I blinked. This…can't be happening. I would still have the apartment. I would still have a place to live. I could probably get a job at Ikuo's bookshop. This is perfect. I smiled and gave Souh a large hug in my excitement,
"THANK YOU!"
Realizing what I was doing, I quickly stopped and let go. I gave a sheepish smile,
"Sorry. You have no idea how much that means to me."
"Ah, you have my son to thank as well," he pointed out, "It was him and Ootori that suggested it in the first place."
I smiled,
"I'll do that."

Maybe the Host Club isn't so bad after all. But after hearing so many stories about Kyoya- if he expects to get something out of this…I might give it to him. After all, I do have him to thank. I might just do a minor hex though. Minor. Nothing big. Maybe just…a clumsy hex. That would actually be pretty funny.

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I walked into the Host Club and Tamaki smiled,
"My daughter! She returns!"
I was squished in a large hug until I was saved by Mori.

"Thanks Mori," I smiled and he nodded.
"What are you doing here Sena-chan," Hunny asked cutely, "I thought after the ball you were done."

"I was," I agreed, "I came by here to get the payment from Souh, eh…the chairman that is, not Tamaki," I explained and then turned to Kyoya and Tamaki with a smirk, "And apparently you two had suggested to the chairman a solution…"
Tamaki cheered,
"Does that mean you accepted?! My daughter is back!"
"Yes, I accepted," I giggled, "Kind of hard not too. Thanks…I mean it."
"Of course my daughter," Tamaki cheered.

"Uh, what are they talking about," Haruhi asked. The twins shrugged. Hunny giggled,
"I don't know Haru-chan!"

"We had a chat with the chairman," Kyoya explained as he pushed up his glasses, "That if she agreed to be the entertainment here whenever she is required- and that includes the clubs- for free then he would continue to pay for her apartment."
"Oh," I pitched in, "Speaking of, what did you want out of it," I looked to Kyoya.
"For you to continue to host at the club, of course."

Of course, I momentarily scowled but then softened. I smiled brightly,
"Okay! By the way, I take it back," I winked, "You're not hookers."

Tamaki cheered.

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I wondered around aimlessly. Souh had excused me from school for the day- mostly so that I could have a break after the performance and so the news he told me could sink in. So after my visit at the host club, I just wondered around town and eventually found myself at the Kasanoda Syndicate.

"What business do you have," the guy at the entrance said with narrowed eyes. I smiled,
"Hi! I'm looking for Tetsuya!"

"Uh-huh and what makes you think I'll let you in," he growled.

"Because Ritsu is one of my closest friends and I don't think he would be very happy if you don't let me in," I giggled. He still had narrowed eyes.

"You idiot," one guy came out, probably to help the other with guarding the entrance, "That's Sena! That's Tetsuya's girlfriend and Boss favors her."
The mean one's eyes widened and then he turned to me,
"I'm so sorry, my lady, I'm new here," he bowed. I giggled,

"It's okay! You were just doing your job! But can you please let me in now?"

The two guys opened the gates and let me through politely. I smiled,
"Thank you!"
Most of the guys ignored me- since they knew me and were used to my cheery demeanor. Either way, it wasn't long before Tetsuya showed up. He looked at me surprised,
"Sena? What are you doing here? Shouldn't you be with Ritsu at school?"

"Nope," I giggled.
"Oh, there she is!"

I was greeted by Ritsu's father. Honestly, that man really had taken a liking to me. It was a bit odd- but I grew used to it as he shook my hand with a smile. I heard whispers from the other men.

"Boss has never been this cheery."
"I think he's lookin' at that chick like a daughter if I didn't know better."

Is that true? Did the leader of the Kasanoda mafia actually think of me like a daughter? It wouldn't be too surprising since I have spent a lot of time here and with his son and loyal 'servant'. Heck, I was dating the 'loyal servant.'

"If you don't mind," I giggled, "I would like to steal Tetsuya from you for a moment," I winked. Tetsuya blinked and shifted a bit. Ritsu's father laughed.

"Of course! You are such a joy to have around here and are welcome back anytime again!"

I giggled and thanked him as I dragged Tetsuya out of the house and out the gates. As soon as we were out, Tetsuya gave me a quick kiss and put my hand in his as we walked,
"You never answered my question," he pointed out.
"You'll never believe it Tetsuya! I can keep the apartment!"

He knew what I was talking about. I had told him all about it after all. He smiled and picked me up as he swung me around,

"Sena! That's great news! How?"
"Souh's going to keep paying for it if I just do the entertainment for all school activities and for the clubs too."
Tetsuya smiled slightly,
"As long as you are careful with that club. I don't like them."
I giggled and kissed his cheek,
"I know….I've been meaning to ask you something though…."
We sat down at a bench as I continued,
"Tetsuya…do you remember when those guys got us before? It was awhile back ago, but they left us alone if you agree to talk to your father…and I was wondering, how did that go? The talk with your father I mean?"
He sighed,
"….I haven't gone yet."
I leaned my head on his shoulder,

"You shouldn't put it off," I pointed out, "I mean, it's not good too. And…what if he sends more men? You really should go Tetsuya."
"I know," he scowled, "I just don't like the Syndicate…they're meaner and harder than the Kasanoda's. I'm not looking forward to it."

I kissed his cheek,

"Everything will be okay, okay?"

I smiled,

"…Please go soon though."
"I will, I promise," he kissed my forehead.

I love this. I love being with him. He's so…he's so magical in his own way. In a way, I think that's true for everything. There's a certain magic in life and in everything really. That's sort of where I get my power from anyway- from the magic that is always around us. The magic in life. But I know there's another type of magic too…the greatest magic of all…love. I wonder….Do I love Tetsuya?