Authors Note

we had quite a few requests for haruhi X tamaki. so, its a thing, but only a little bit. none the less, I hope your feels are ready.

Chapter 10

After ten minutes of happily shopping, the group met up and Katie explained the next course of action.

She explained the flood of people that came in around this time, locals and such, and how they were going to avoid them with her plan. First, they were going to explore Tarzan's Treehouse. Then they were going to get some sweets-

"SWEETS!" Honey exploded with joy. "What kinds of sweets, Katie and Steph?"

"Pineapple Dole Whip." Katie explained. "It's a wonderful treat. Or, if pineapple isn't your thing, ice cream."

They were going to enjoy their treats while watching the Enchanted Tiki Room, then split up for a special thing on the river.

"What is it?" Everyone asked.

"Its special because-" Steph began.

"-It's a surprise!" Katie interrupted.

Everyone begged and pleaded for them to know, but Katie just smiled and shook her head. So to the great tree they went, singing the Pirates theme song all the way.

They were back in Adventureland and came upon the treehouse and glanced up. There were lots of stairs, which worried Kyoya and Haruhi. But Katie told them to go ahead with Steph. The older girl had a hard time climbing stairs, so she went through the back to meet up with them once they descended.

So they did. The twins sped up the stairs with Honey behind them. Mori followed behind at a steady pace. Steph was in the middle so everyone knew where to ask any questions. Kyoya went at his own speed with Tamaki and Haruhi bringing up the rear. The twins pointed out everything to each other, such as the Union Jack flying at the top of the tree like it would a merchant ship or the jaguar from the film in the leaves. Honey loved the bridge and Mori liked the feel of the calm place. Kyoya had a little sketchbook in his pocket and he did a beautiful quick-sketch of the park from the highest point. Tamaki and Haruhi walked slow, talking about how great the place was. Haruhi took many photos on the tree of things, of Tamaki, of them together. He also took some photos of her. She showed him her penny presser booklet and he promised to help her look for more machines.

After going through the tree, they came out the other way. Katie was there waiting for them. They all took turns climbing like a monkey on ropes (Honey was the best), banging on pots and pans (twins were the best), or yelling through Tarzan's cry-phone (Surprisingly Mori) They saw two familiar looking items, a teacup and a pot, from a Disney movie that starred a certain bookworm. Everyone thought the treehouse was a wonderful reprise from the increasingly crazy crowds in the park.

So then they exited the place after a good ten minutes of playtime. Kyoya spent most of his time sketching, Haruhi took wacky photos of everyone, which were really funny. Tamaki banged on pots and pans with the twins while Honey and Mori climbed stuff. They walked away happy and ready for their next adventure.

The said next adventure came in the form of an exotic looking hut. People were crowding around two doors, hurrying to get inside. The twins went to follow the crowd, but Steph grabbed them by the arms, forcing her between them and made them walk slower.

"Sorry, my eager friends," she laughed, "But we need to get our sweets and wait for the awesome pre-show!"

"And the sweets!" Honey chimed in. He was standing in line with Mori and the rest of the group for the Pineapple Dole Whip. Everyone got it and loved it and sat in the waiting area for the show to start. They looked around at the tiki statues in the garden area and saw they had signs underneath them.

"What are the tikis for?" Tamaki asked.

"Look around. They are the island's gods. Its pretty fascinating." Katie said, enjoying her treat.

So they started to look around. But it didn't make much sense until drums came over the loudspeakers and Katie walked to a Tiki, where the noise was coming from. The tiki was Maui, Who Roped The Playful sun. He was the tiki of time, or the mighty one, and he gave his people time. The people set their clocks by his, representing Tropic Standard Time. The tiki talked about his story and all were amazed. This tiki was one of Steph's favorites and Haruhi found herself agreeing with her. This was a smart god!

Then the drums went towards the direction of another statue, Koro who was the midnight dancer. He enchanted the natives with his dance and they joined. Everyone enjoys his loud music. He too explained his story, and introduced himself in his native tongue. Katie absolutely loved Koro, because she loved to dance. This was her favorite tiki. Everyone realized they were slowly making their way around the small garden, finishing their sweets and learning about the island gods.

Next they saw the god Rongo, God of Agriculture. He flew the world's first kite. He sang his name in the native language and told his story. The land is so nice to him and he gets to have fun often. He claims himself to be the number one kite flier. He one day put a key on the kite and discovered electricity. People were now starting to join the hosts and their hosts around the garden. Kyoya was fascinated by this necessary god and his wisdom.

They were then ushered to the angry goddess Pele, who was the goddess of fire and volcanos. She was very jealous of her fellow god, Ngendei the Earth Balancer, and likes to torment him. When she gets angry, she makes the earth tremble. Then, fire spouted from her head, startling both the onlookers and her prey, Ngendei, who started to shake upside-down. He claims that people say he balances the earth. While Pele shakes the lands, all he can do is rock and roll on his hands, hanging on desperately. People watching the presentation sighed sympathetically. Pele chimed in saying that she is the one who is really sad for when she smiles it comes out mad. The twins loved Pele and her intensity and laughed at the poor Ngendei.

Next came the tiki goddess Tangaroa-Ru, goddess of the east wind. She casts spells on the birds who then sing and it brings smiles to her people. Her good friend, Hina Kuluua, goddess of rain, work together to make nature beautiful. The rain brings bloom to the island and ends her play with a rainbow for all to enjoy. The wind goddess's wind tracker started spinning as she introduced herself and her friend's hat started to rain. They often travel together as tropical storms everywhere. They beckoned the audience closer so they could see what magic there was in fantasy. Everyone was amazed. Honey and Mori, who found good and beauty in everything, loved the goddesses. Honey preferred the rain goddess while Mori preferred the wind goddess.

Lastly, they approached the great tiki tree. His name was Tangaroa, Father of all Gods and Goddesses. He traditionally takes the form of a tree, that no one found, and he brings spring and new life. He had a mighty voice and a longer drum sequence and a gong chime. He told the crowd to stand back, which the host club did quickly.

"Oh mystic powers hear my call. From my limbs, let new life fall!" The great tiki called. As soon as he commanded, the great bunches of flowers floated down and levitated, it seemed, in the air before the people. Tikis were on top of the bunches. Tamaki was utterly enchanted by this great father tree and instantly related, as the self-appointed father of the group. With that, the magic ceremony ended.

In the native language first, a voice near the room's entrance said "Ladies and Gentlemen, come with us to a land of joyous songs and wondrous miracles: Walt Disney's Enchanted Tiki Room."

A gong sounded and everyone was ushered in the room. Katie beckoned to a place near the back, which confused the group. Steph joined her, saying, "Here, there is no such thing as a bad seat." So everyone followed them, talking about the great tikis and how amazing that little pre-show was.

The room was even more gorgeous inside than out. Birds were hanging all over the room, tiki's were in the corners as pillars, flower beds were hanging from the celling, and a great fountain the the center of the room. As the rest of the people came in the room and sat down, Steph explained the premise of the show to those who weren't looking around the room in awe.

"Birds will host as we all celebrated the life of the island, but we must be careful. If the gods become angry by our celebrating, they may send a thunderstorm with great flashes of lightning!"

Tamaki was listening to this while Haruhi was not. He heard the last part and decided to sit down next to Katie with Haruhi on his other side. He whispered to the American quietly as she was sketching something on a small pocket notebook, making sure Haruhi wasn't listening.

"Is there thunder and lightning involved in this show?" He asked hurriedly.

Following his lead, Katie whispered back. "Yes, is that a problem?"

Tamaki said that it was, not for him, but for Haruhi. He explained her fear to Katie. Katie frowned, thinking.

"Okay, here is what we'll do. Here are my earbuds. Playing will be ocean sounds and birds singing, loud enough to drown out noise around her. I'll give these to you and let you know when to give them to her. Just say that she needs it and I said to do it. Then cover her eyes and hold her close. If she starts to panic, I can get her out of here fast. If not, then I will tell her when to take them off. Got it?"

Tamaki nodded and took the earbuds and iPod from Katie. He was set.

Steph, who after explaining the set of the ride to the club, stood up to talk to the cast member in charge. Then, she took Honey towards the center of the room while the cast member welcomed everyone to the tiki room, especially their special guests from Japan. Steph the chimed in with "Especially Honey, who will be waking up Jose! On three, Honey, say 'Wake up Jose!' Ready?"

Honey nodded, determined. Mori had a slight smile watching his cousin having fun.

"Okay. One, Two, Three!"

In his most adorable voice, Honey said loudly and clearly "Wake up, Jose!"

The entire audience gave a delighted "AWWWW!" And the show started.

Everyone greatly enjoyed the show, as they sang along with the show. They laugh and sang and whistled and gazed in awe at the first audio-animatronics in any ride.

Then the moment came. Katie nodded to Tamaki and mouthed "Now." So he whispered to Haruhi "Please put these on, you need them. Katie said so. Don't panic."

Confused, she put them in and Tamaki played the track and covered her eyes, holding her close. While she flinched at the darkness and close contact, she understood what was going on and hung on.

The thunder roared and the lightning clapped, startling the rest of the group. But Haruhi didn't notice it. Katie smiled, the only one who noticed the embracing club members and thought that they would make a good couple. She wondered why they weren't.

The beautiful show ended and everyone was in high spirits. Haruhi removed the earbuds and returned it to Katie, her eyes saying a silent thank you. Katie nodded and smiled gently. They exited the attraction, rested and ready for their next adventure.

Author's Note

I enjoyed this chapter. And please keep R&Ring and suggesting more ideas, we do listen!

~That's all!~