Chapter ten:

Haruhi decides that maybe that Hellhound companion might be a good choice. She can't really think of anything else that she really needs right now. "That Hellhound sounds nice." She mentions to which Beelzebub nods with a smile.

"It is a deal." Beelzebub gestures for Haruhi to follow which she does. She leads Haruhi to a large open empty room that could be seen as some ball room. She howls and a bunch of Hellhounds come running and stand to wait for orders. "Let us find one that you would like to take in." She leads Haruhi to meet the various Hellhounds. "What kind of Hellhound are you thinking that you would like?"

"A patient one for sure. My dad can be a bit much at times." Haruhi tells the other who hums in understanding. She then wonders how her dad will react to suddenly seeing the Hellhound.

"Don't worry about him. I will make sure that he thinks that the Hellhound has always been around. You and any demons will see the Hellhound as the real form. Humans that are not you will see the Hellhound as just a dog." Beelzebub assures Haruhi as if guessing what she was thinking. "So. I think I do have some who will be perfect companions for you. They are patient, gentle with those that are you or you care about, and loyal." She stops in front of the first option for Haruhi to take in.

This Hellhound looks like a dalmatian with large ears, almost the entire size of her head and torso combined as if being big enough that she can wrap herself up in them like a blanket or shield, that hang down almost like pig tails with her ears being black with a few white spots on them. She, clearly by her medium sized chest and eyelashes, has the dalmatian look though her tail is larger and fluffier almost wolf looking. She has on a black tight tank top, a red mid thigh skirt, and a kind look on her face. She is a little taller than Haruhi being closer to Kyouya's height.

"Here is your first option for some of the Hellhounds who do need a home." Beelzebub introduces them to which the dalmatian Hellhound dips her head in greeting. "Why don't you introduce yourself my dear?" She invites to the Hellhound who raises her head before speaking.

"It is nice to meet you. My name is Bianca. However you can feel free to change it if you desire." Bianca introduces herself and Haruhi smiles softly.

"It is nice to meet you Bianca." Haruhi nods her head. She notices Beelzebub nod to encourage her to get to know Bianca if she wants to. So she decides to ask some questions. "How would you do with my dad who can be very eccentric and a bit much sometimes? He will be a big part of hanging around with me for you if you do end up coming with me."

"I promise I would be patient and understanding. I would take care around him and not do anything you don't want me to when around him." Bianca promises and Haruhi can see the honesty in her gaze.

"Thank you. Another question is how would you handle any sort of threats to me or my dad?"

"Threats will be taught a lesson or eliminated depending on the situation. Bullies will be taught a lesson to stay away. Those that threaten your lives will be eliminated to keep you and him safe."

Haruhi thinks that this would be the kind of answer that she would expect from a Hellhound. "Okay. What do you like to do for fun?"

"I like to play fetch. It might seem childish to some however it is fun." Bianca mentions to Haruhi. "I also do enjoy having some small talk as a way to relax."

"Good to know." Haruhi nods her head. She isn't really sure if she has any other questions and Beelzebub takes notice.

"Bianca can you go wait by the front? I want Haruhi to meet a few others so she can decide who will be the best fit for her."

Bianca nods her head and heads to go where she needs to wait.

Haruhi is next to lead to another Hellhound.

This Hellhound looks to be a black wolf breed Hellhound who is even bigger and more muscular than the more skinny Bianca. He also has a scar between his eyes that he blinks at Haruhi. He has on a dark jean vest that is buttoned up and dark grey sweatpants.

"Go ahead. Introduce yourself." Beelzebub encourages to the kind of intimidating Hellhound.

"Hi. I am Tempest. I used to be a bodyguard to a singer demon who decided she didn't need me anymore." Tempest shrugs his shoulders as if it is all fine to him. "I understood."

Haruhi doesn't feel like she would need to ask about how he'd handle threats. She doesn't doubt that he would take good care of not letting threats hurt her or her father. "I am sorry to hear that." She still mentions even though Tempest isn't bothered. "How well could you handle my eccentric father who can be a bit much at times?"

Tempest chuckles softly as if he has heard of worse. "That'll be no problem miss. I would be understanding and ready to protect you both no matter what happens." He smiles kindly despite being so intimidating in appearance.

"What do you like to do in your spare time?" Haruhi inquires to the other.

"Listening to music. Working out. And I don't mind having some sweets in my downtime." Tempest tells Haruhi who nods not having anymore questions for him.

"Tempest go ahead to join Bianca." Beelzebub tells Tempest who does as he is told. "He can look scary but he is a good Hellhound." She assures Haruhi and leads the girl to another Hellhound.

A little later….

Haruhi and Beelzebub are now standing facing the line up of six Hellhounds that could be what Haruhi is indeed looking for.

Haruhi did have to reject some of the Hellhounds as they weren't what she would need.

There is of course Bianca and Tempest in this line up.

There is also a Shiba Inu Hellhound who has the black looking coat of the breed, his name is Raymond, who has the pure bred Shiba Inu look, he is a little on the shorter side compared to the other Hellhounds in the line up as he is about Haruhi's height, he is wearing a dark blue V-neck t-shirt and a pair of black shorts.

There is a Doberman Hellhound who is only slightly taller than Bianca, he looks to be a pure bred Doberman type Hellhound, his name is Alex, he is wearing a black suit with a black tie and white undershirt.

There is a mixed breed looking Hellhound who has most of the looks of a ginger furred Irish settler, though she also has some traits of a short haired dash hound mainly with her body being shorter furred despite her ears remaining with the look of an Irish settler and her body is a bit longer, her name is Shimmer, and she is wearing a dark purple tight fitting dress that has no sleeves and barely reaches her knees.

Finally there is a Husky Hellhound who has lighter golden colors from a Golden lab mixed in with her Husky breed look as that is the only sign that she isn't fully a Husky breed Hellhound, her name is Saber, she is wearing a low collared grey t-shirt showing off her well equipped rack on her chest and black leggings with red skulls on them.

"Go ahead and take your time deciding on which one you would like to take in." Beelzebub encourages Haruhi. "There truly is no rush sweetheart."

Haruhi looks over her options though she does have one of them that she is leaning more towards than the others. She decides that she should stick with her gut which hasn't lead her wrong before. "Bianca."

Bianca perks up upon hearing this as if no one has ever picked her before.

"A wonderful choice. I am so glad that Biancas first home will be with you." Beelzebub nods and the other Hellhounds leave as Bianca comes to stand loyally next to Haruhi. "I know you will take good care of her. I personally will make sure to send you food for her. So don't worry too much about her food. I really am glad that you decided upon her. Oh, and even after you get the stuff inside of you removed she will remain with you. You get to have her for as long as you'd like."

"I have a feeling that she will be a great fit." Haruhi nods and shares a smile with Bianca. She also thinks that it might be nice to keep this Hellhound forever. She would feel like a bad person to return her at any point. So she is prepared to have this Hellhound at her side for the rest of her life.

"Let us find the others. I am sure you all are anxious to get home." Beelzebub takes them to go find the others.

Haruhi does notice the twins do seem a little surprised by the Hellhound though they don't question it.

Galaxia looks pleased that Haruhi got her very own Hellhound.

They head back and Haruhi heads home with Bianca following after her.

No one, not even humans who know Haruhi well, question Bianca being there which does make things easier.

Later…

Haruhi has already put away the boxes of gifts for adopting Bianca, mainly basic needs stuff like toys for her as well as Hellhound packaged food and even a few beds that Haruhi put around the house as comfy spots for Bianca to relax in, along with other things for Bianca like spare clothes for her.

Haruhi's father returns home and he heads to where Bianca is sitting. "Hello there girl." He pets her head despite slurring his words. He chuckles when Bianca wags her tail in greeting. "Been keeping my little girl safe?"

Bianca barks getting a laugh from Haruhi's father.

"I really appreciate you looking out for me when I can't."

Haruhi smiles softly glad this really is going smoothly. "Dinner is on the table for you."

"You are the best daughter I could have ever asked for." Haruhi's father slurs then stumbles to go eat.

Haruhi lets out a breath then glances to Bianca who approaches her. "Could you do a favor and make sure he gets to bed? I am a little behind on my studying."

Bianca nods her head looking like this is a fairly easy task.

Haruhi heads to get some studying done trusting Bianca to be able to get her drunk father safely in bed. She glances to the bed for her bedroom Beelzebub sent for Bianca to lay in unless Haruhi wishes to share her bed with the other. She turns away deciding that she'll decide whether or not Bianca will sleep on her bed or on her own bed later. She really needs to get some studying done. She still wants to get her usual good grades even while staying with the Host club to wait for the magic to be removed from her body.