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(Y/n)'s POV

"CONGRATULATIONS!" We all screamed out. Balloons fell onto the floor, and streamers were shot into the air.

Currently we, the host club, were at the Haninozuka Estate, celebrating the graduation of Honey and Mori Senpai. They got their diplomas yesterday, and we were all together celebrating.

"I'm so proud of you guys!" Tamaki cried, pulling the two into a hug. I smiled at the scene. The graduation itself was emotional, but to think that we won't see them as often anymore was even sadder.

"Want something to drink, love?" My (e/c) orbs turned to face a certain red head. A small smile tugged at my lips, as Kaoru wrapped his arms around my waist.

"No thank you, I've got a tall drink right here."

He tried to hold a serious face, but laughter soon filled the air as he gave me a quick peck on my lips.

"Real smooth, I'm supposed to be the one saying those cheesy things."

I hummed in response, wrapping my arms around him and laying my head against his chest. Hikaru glanced at us, making fake gagging noises, which I gave an eye roll in return.

I don't know what I would have done without these guys. These last few months have been horrible, but the host club, especially Kaoru, made it bearable. He always knew how to cheer me up. The only hard thing was, was that Kyoya made it very clear that we had to keep our relationship on the down low. I was upset at first, but knowing how the fangirls would react, he had a good point.

"We will still visit you guys at the host club! And who knows, maybe you'll find someone to replace us!" Honey beamed happily, hugging onto Tamaki's legs. Mori nodded in agreement, giving him a pat on the head.

"It'll be hard to replace the two of you, but I'm sure we can do it." Kyoya sighed. I never really gave thought to our age differences before. Once Tamaki and Kyoya graduate, what will become of the host club? Will it just disband, or will someone else take over?

I shook the thought from my mind, we had a year now to figure it out. But for now, after today, we officially are going on summer vacation. Haruhi was going to work with her dads friend again at some inn, and Tamaki was ranting about staying with her. I wasn't that interested, though. I was wanting more to visit somewhere more like Hawaii, experience some American culture, but also some exotic beaches.

Kaoru was on board, but his brother claimed that 'I don't want to be a third wheel you guys go ahead'.

I gazed up at my boyfriend, watching the amusement in his eyes as he stared at the scene of his friends. His beautiful amber eyes, I could get lost in them all day. Every time I look at them, I'm taken back to that night.

Kaoru parted from the kiss, resting his forehead onto mine. We just stood there, gazing into each other's eyes.

"I can't believe you wrote those letters."

"You were mad at me for being a tool, I had to reach out to you somehow." His face grew dull, as he cupped my cheeks into his hands, observing my dress.

"You're beauty is breathtaking, (Y/n)."

"You aren't mad I didn't go to the ball?"

"I can't be. I don't blame you. You went through something traumatic, I'm not gonna force you to be okay with it only a few days later."

I felt a tear roll down my cheek, reliving that horrible day once more. Kaoru was quick to swipe it off, and pull me into a tight embrace. His cologne was intoxicating, and his body was so inviting, so warm.

"Kaoru, I like you. A lot." I stated into his chest. He pulled away, staring down at me.

"(Y/n), you have no idea how much my heart aches when being in the same room as you. You are so much more than just some girl." He grabbed my left hand, gently kissing the top of it.

"Will you be my girlfriend?"

I sighed happily at the memory, but was pulled out of my thoughts by a set of amber eyes sending me a curious gaze.

"You space out a lot, you space cadet."

"Ha ha." I rolled my eyes, and we made our way over to our friends. Honey was quick to notice, and practically shoved Kaoru off of me so he could hug me.

"I'm gonna miss our cake time together, (y/n)!" He sobbed, his little arms wrapped around my neck. I let out a soft chuckle, hugging the little blonde boy. "You can always come over and have cake time at my house?" He perked up, gasping. "Really?!"

I nodded, smirking at the obvious jealous face Kaoru had mustered. He took notice of me staring, and put on a smile. It was rather funny how jealous he would get sometimes. Though, we do need to have a talk about it, before it gets out of hand.

Eh, I'll worry about it later.

Honey finally released me, and jumped towards a table with cake and presents. Each member had brought a gift for the two boys, and they happily sat down to open them.

"These are from me." Haruhi said, handing them each a small gift bag. Honey dove his hand into the bag, and pulled out a gift card. His eyes widened, looking at Haruhi.

"This is so much! To my favorite sweets shop!" It was a gift card to some cake place, and honey quickly stashed it. More pulled a separate gift card, nodding in thanks to Haruhi. "I saved up for a while, I hope it's okay?" Awe, she was actually a little nervous.

I wasn't the only one to notice. Tamaki was quick to pull her into a hug, chanting about how cute she was.

I rolled my eyes, and grabbed my two gifts. I handed Honey a box, then Mori. They both opened with anticipation, a smile adorning their faces.

I had gotten Honey a set of outfits for Usa-Chan, while I got Mori a photo album. I knew he would probably enjoy the more sentimental gift. I loved the album with various photos from the club, and all of our adventures. I was even able to put in a few with Kairi.

"Thank you, (Y/n)!" Honey quickly hugged me, and everyone else went to give their gifts. I took a seat on one of the velvet couches, watching as all of my friends mingled and had a great time. Even Mori was showing more emotion than normal.

I felt the couch shift beside me, and I turned my head to see Haruhi. All the boys were now messing around, aside from Kyoya and Mori, obviously.

"They can be a bit much sometimes." Haruhi let a sigh out, relaxing on the couch. I smiled to the brunette, shrugging. "But you gotta love them."

"Yeah." She softly smiled. "You have any plans for the break?"

"I think Kaoru is gonna take me to Hawaii. I've always wanted to go there."

"Speaking of Kaoru." Haruhi made her voice more of a whisper, so the boys couldn't hear. "Are you two okay? Or will you be okay, once school starts back?"

"Of course, why wouldn't we be?"

"It's just, ever since you got together, whenever you're alone you guys are inseparable. The few months at school when you two had to act like nothing was going on, was hard to watch. I mean, the way Kaoru would stare at you in class was kind of creepy." I giggled slightly, but I knew what she was getting at.

"We can't let the host club die, and Kaoru worries that the girls will react wrong if they find out. So, for now it's okay. I hate having to watch him fake flirt with the girls, but I'm not gonna be that person to rip him away from his friends."

"I'm glad he got brave and finally asked you. It was painful watching him just mope around." We both laughed, and I nodded.

"So, how have you been since..."

I hummed in response. She was referring to Kairi.

"Better. I'm upset with myself for not getting back in contact with her sooner, but I'm glad I got the chance to be her friend for a little bit before..." I sighed, feeling Haruhi's small hand on my shoulder. It's been three months since she died, and it was still hard to cope. But, I was getting better.

"Kaoru helps take away the pain. There's been a few nights where I'm having trouble sleeping, and he rushed over at like 3 in the morning just to cuddle with me."

This time, Haruhi was the one to hum in response. We both now had our eyes fixated on the group of boys, who were trying to wave us over. It was getting to be about 7, so we were probably about to head home.

"We will see you soon, okay guys?" Honey said, giving us all hugs. Mori simply gave me a pat on my head, and said silent 'good luck' to us.

We all made our way out, and to the limo.

"I'm gonna miss them." Hikaru sighed sadly, glancing out the window. I felt a strong hand grip mine, causing me to look up at Kaoru. His face looked so sad. But, I knew he was still happy for his friends.

"Oh, before I forget." Kaoru suddenly breaks from his trance, and hands me an envelope. I raised my brow at it, opening the paper carefully.

Inside were two tickets to Hawaii.

"Kaoru!" I gasped, hugging the ginger. He chuckled, wrapping his arms around me, and nuzzling me. "Let's have a good summer break."

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