(I'll say sorry in advance. This was written on my IPad so there will probably be a lot of typos and mistakes. X3 Will have to fix it later... I hope this post is alright. X3)
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Badump...
Ren's heart skipped a beat as he felt his phone buzz in his pocket. Instantly he pushed the pause button on his playstation 3 controller and almost tossed it away, grasping the phone with a sparkly look in his golden eyes.
I'm grateful I wasn't a burden. I'll keep that in mind. I'm not sure about your schedule, but I wouldn't mind setting up a outing after school. I'm not sure when I'll be able to attend the otaku club. Thank you for the invite, Katsuragi-san. You're always welcome to the Host Club.
//Tsukuyomi Nanami
His eyes were like glued to the screen as he read the message several times, a light blush dusting his cheeks. He didn't even know why this answer made him so excited- or why the thought of seeing Nanami caused him all sorts of fluttery emotions, making him feel joyful and light headed. A shy smile was present on his lips as he lay there on his stomach, letting his legs swing back and forth slightly as he started composing a message.
However, far before he was finished, Skype on his laptop announced a call. Ren was just about to ignore it, but when he realized who the caller was changed his mind. Reluctantly he put down his phone and headed over to his computer, clicking on the answer button. Within seconds, the image of a blonde woman smiling filled his screen.
"There you are, my little sweetheart," the woman on the other end cooed adoringly, beaming, "I was already getting worried that you wouldn't answer..."
"Hi mom," Ren replied with a slight smile, resting his chin in his hand as he waved at his mother with his other hand slightly, "how are you? How's Swizerland?"
"Ah, it's incredible, Ren! The mountains are amazing, and the resort were staying at has everything! Plus the staff of the film team and cast are just so lovely. I promise that next time I'm going here I'll take you along!" she said excitedly before suddenly turning serious. "Now, what's that business about you visiting a host club?"
"E-eh?" It took a lot for Ren's jaw not to drop, though he failed to do anything about his widening eyes. "Eeeeeeeeh?" suddenly his cheeks were burning. How the hell had she found out when they weren't even in the same part of the world?! Besides, the only one's who knew were Nanami, Ayako and... "Suzuku-san!" he exclaimed, annoyance written all across his features, "damn that old-"
"Now, now," his mother said, still grinning a she waved her hand a little, "don't blame my poor little manager. He really did try to keep it a secret from me. I suppose I was just a liiiittle too scary for him to handle," winked at him. "Now, tell me about it! I want all the details!" she prompted energetically.
Ren was unimpressed. "Didn't he already tell you everything?" he asked sulkily. still thoroughly annoyed at the manager.
"Oh-hoh~ but I want to hear it from you, love! Come on, won't you share the story of your first kiss with your mother? Aaaaah, I'm so proud of you. My little baby is finally growing up~" her voice and words were slowly starting to get on his nerves, never mind the way she always babied him. However, he knew his mother could be serious when she needed to, and she was someone he trusted with all his heart. He glanced around wearily, making sure that his door was shut and locked before returning his attention to his mother.
"O-okay," Ren agreed reluctantly, "but you have to promise you won't tell dad..." he warned, keeping down his voice.
***
Of course you weren't a burden! I...even quite enjoyed myself...a little...maybe. I mean, it was really nice meeting you so... so it didn't matter. Anyway, will you be free on Saturday or Friday? Maybe we could do something then? :)
Thank you, I'll keep that in mind. ^^
PS: You may continue calling me Ren, if you like. I always think honorifics are a bit stiff, so I don't mind.
//Ren
This was the message at the top of Ren's outbox as he left his home for school that morning, feeling more excited for school than he usually did. He was unsure if he would dare drop by the Host Club this day, as the crowds still freaked him out... but just in case he would, he had packed one if his shorter stories which he wanted to show Nanami. He was still uncertain if it was wise for him to go as a boy or not, or if he should go at all... but at least he was considering it.
Time passed, and before he knew it, the bell ran, signaling that classes were finally over. Ren yawned and stretched in his seat before slipping his maths book back into his school bag, not noticing the girl standing by his desk.
"So, you going there today again?" Ayako asked innocently, her hands locked behind her back as she tilted her head to the side, keeping her pink gaze locked to Ren.
Ren froze, his gaze snapping up to focus on her face. "Why would I?" he asked wearily, a look of suspicion crossing her features, "I didn't lose two bets..." the blonde first year pointed out before frowning, "besides, what are you doing here? Aren't you a second year?"
Ayako pouted, narrowing her eyes. "I failed maths last year so I've got to retake this course, but that's beside the point!" she said quickly, leaning closer to him, "why wouldn't you? You clearly enjoyed yourself with Tsukuyomi-Senpai..." she mused, a dangerous glint in her eyes as she smirked sweetly.
"W-wa-I did not!" Ren protested, blushing furiously, throwing his bag over his shoulder as he quickly started walking away from her. He wasn't going to have this conversation with Ayako, he absolutely refused to. Suddenly he felt a hand wrap around his own, forcing him to stop in the middle of the school corridor.
"Ren..." Ayako said from behind him, in a voice that sent chills down his spine.
Wearily, he slowly turned his head a little to glance at his friend, instantly regretting it. She looked like a total psycho about to cut him apart. "I know what you did, Ren-kun..." she said darkly.
"W-what?!" Ren asked, both alarmed and confused by her words and sudden change of attitude.
Her expression split into a grin and her grip of his hand softened. "I'll let you borrow then, Ren-kun... however, you shouldn't feel ashamed about it. You could just have asked me about the manga and I'd have lent it to you gladly. Everyone would be curiously at kind of experience, no?" she asked softly, her eyes filled with mischief.
Ren sighed, pulling away his hand from her grip. "You'd just have teased me about it... will you stop bothering me and shut up if I go? I won't dress up as a girl this time, though. I don't think my reputation can get any worse than it already is anyway, can it? I've already been labeled as an otaku... and...and even if I might have homosexual tendencies or something of the like, I-I...I'm still proud of myself." his conversation with his mother the evening before had been very long but giving. She was a very understanding and intelligent person when she didn't act all silly and air headed... as he spoke, there was a confident look in his eyes.
"Yes, I promise I'll shut up!" Ayako squealed excitedly, her eyes sparkling with sheer joy at his words. Before Ren had any time to react, she grasped hold of his wrist and dragged him off towards the host club...
"Aaaaaaayakooooooo!" he exclaimed as he tried to keep up.