**DISCONTINUED** My Wilted Flower (OHSHC x Reader)

16: A magnificent show of talents!

     It took a while of debating amongst myself, but I convinced myself to host the talent show. It wouldn't be too bad and Tamaki was right, I'd only have to read a stupid little paper. It only had the names and acts of the participants. On the bottom was a little note that read:

"(PS. add your own flair to the announcing/hosting of this talent show. Don't just read the names and acts. Be unique! (｡•̀ᴗ-)✧ ♡)" 

It was obviously the work of Tamaki. Kyoya likely made the list (it was printed onto the paper) and Tamaki wrote the postscript (It was written in pencil with the "i"s dotted with hearts. Tamaki's writing). I rolled my eyes, looking over everyone who was performing. There was no one I recognized other than "THE HOSTS" which was written in all caps. It didn't say what they were doing, which is... curious, to say the least. What did they have planned, I wonder? I shake off my thoughts and spent the next hour or so just preparing. I don't know why they wanted me to bring an instrument (Probably to Introduce me as the last act!!! That would just be fantastic, wouldn't it? If you didn't catch it, I'm being sarcastic) 

    Even so, I grab one of my mom's least expensive Cello and tune it. Might as well try to at least have fun. I avoided the piano altogether, though. I didn't even want to glance in its direction. Too many hurtful memories. 

     I made sure my outfit wasn't dirtied and I spent some time with Sapphire, careful to not get any fur on my outfit (It was difficult, though). I made sure to give her some food and clean water as she meowed at my ankles. She was so cute, I love her so much. It took a will of steel to not cuddle her for hours. Unfortunately, I don't have that kind of will, and I ended up holding her for a little while. I didn't care if I made a mess of my outfit, I could get one of the maids to help me remove the fur. I needed to give my kitty some love.

     Sapphire purred as I held her close to my chest, petting her and loving her, and just showering her with so much affection. She was so cute and so, so soft. I told her that I loved her over and over again. My darling Sapphire... I didn't want to put her down, but I needed to finish getting ready. With a sigh, I set her down and called in a maid or two to bring some lint rollers to get the cat hair off.

(Note: If there are any discrepancies from this point on, be aware that I haven't visited this book in nearly a year I think, and I don't have the energy to read through the other 15 chapters)

     I jumped as my phone started ringing. After nearly dropping it, I was able to hold it properly and answer it. Unfortunately, I forgot to check the caller ID before answering and Tamaki's voice flooded my ears. It sounded like the talent show already started since the background noise was loud and musical. I realized just then that I was late, so I called out to the butler to start the car and ran to get in. Once I sat down in the car and placed my cello down safely, Tamaki's voice registered in my head.

     "(Y/NNNNNN)! Did you hear me? I asked if you were on your way! You're lateeee. :(" God he could be so annoying, but I was beginning to get used to it. I nodded, even though he couldn't see me, "Yeah, I'm on my way now. Sorry for being late- I lost track of time." He told me that it was fine and he'd see me soon. I quickly hung up and began fiddling with my cello strings, making sure they were tuned.

     It only took a couple of minutes to get to the school. I thanked the driver and stepped out, fixing my outfit with my one available hand. Almost immediately, Honey ran up to me, taking my hand. "(Y/N)!! Hello!! I'm so so happy you could make it! Tamaki wanted me to bring you backstage so he could fill you in!" He said as he led me into the theatre. There was a door to get backstage so I didn't have to walk through the crowds of people. Once I got through I recognised some students from some of my classes, though I don't remember any of their names. Tamaki noticed me almost immediately and rushed up, cupping my face. I flinched, uncomfortable with the close contact. He didn't seem to notice, though.