Sweet Secrets

Snake's Predicament

~ Start of Chapter 8 ~

I watch as Mitsukuni kicks Snake in the face. Takashi and him stand in front of me protectively. "Stay away from Ja-chan!" I push past both of them and stand in front of Snake with my arms spread out. "Stop it!" Since I don't usually raise my voice, they actually listen.

"Snake is not bad." I state, calm again. "But Jamie-chan, he-" I put my hand up in the shut up signal. "Grabbing my arm, doesn't mean intentional harm." I hear a sniffle behind me and I turn around to find Snake crying. "Aww, sorry big guy." I say and pull Snake down to my size, petting his head in a friendly manner.

"They don't know any better." I say with a close-eyed smile. I turn to glare at them, Mitsukuni is clutching his Usa-chan. "We're sorry Ja-chan!! We didn't mean to hurt Snake-chan!" I frown, looking like I was falling for Mitsukuni's act when in reality, I'm pissed. "Imagine if anyone felt that way about Takashi, just because he's tall and looks scary. No offense Takashi."

"None taken," he replies since he knows what I'm saying is true and an example. "Come on Snake, we're leaving." I grab his hand and walk past them. "Drop the act Mitsukuni." I whisper in his ear as I pass him by. His grip on his Usa-chan tightens and Haruhi looks shocked. I smirk as I leave them in the school.

"So...What's your name?" I break the silence as we walk. "Baranos." He answers after a moment, I smile kindly. "I like that name." We continue in silence as I realize... he's a lot like Takashi!!

"I need to make a stop." I say quietly and Baranos just nods his head saying its okay. I lead him to the Women's Help Center that I usually stop by. I knock gently on the back entrance. Ms. Tamma comes out soon after.

"Oh, hello baby! I was beginning to think you have forgotten about us when we don't even know your name. Want to tell me what happened child?" She smiles with her hands on her hips, her bright white teeth against her dark skin. I smile kindly and point down to my wrapped up ankle.

"Oh God honey, are you okay?!" I feel my eyes widening at her sincere tone but I quickly cover that up that emotion. "Fine, just tripped." She eyes me worriedly as if saying, 'don't be lying to me girl' before she remembers something. "Hold on a minute sweetheart, I'll be right back." I nod and she rushes inside the building.

I pull out the money and two CD's, one from yesterday and one from today. I notice Baranos' curious look in his eyes without being fooled by the blank face he wears. "Its for the girls here. I create songs and give them money during the week. I know it doesn't seem like much but they need it more than I do. Plus, every time I glance through the window, they have something new or they're listening to the CDs. It makes me feel good to see them smile like that."

I have no idea why I can actually talk to Baranos because I usually am to afraid to even mutter a word. I went through 7th grade without uttering a word. Baranos nods his head in understanding as Ms. Tamma walks back outside with something behind her back. "The girls decided to give you this since you're always giving to us." She pulls out a beautiful cake and I feel my eyes widen in surprise, I don't bother to hide it this time.

"I-I can't take that!! I-It's to b-beautiful!" Ms. Tamma only smiles, "now you and I both know the girls would be heartbroken if you don't accept. Even more because they don't even know your name." I hold my hands out, still slightly trembling at all the feels. ^•^

Ms. Tamma places it in my hands, puts her own hand on my head and kisses my forehead. "I might appreciate this and so do the girls but you also have to take care of yourself." I pass the cake to Baranos and hug Ms. Tamma. "Th-Thank you!" I cry and she pats my head. Soon after that I give her the CDs and money, leaving with Baranos.

As soon as the center is out of sight, Baranos asks a question. "Why don't they know your name?" I shrug slightly, "to me its better this way." I know he wants me to elaborate when he raises an eyebrow at me. "I just....It feels better without the credit, that's all." Baranos nods and we arrive at my house.

I open the door and let him follow me inside. We walk into the kitchen and sit down, "not to be rude or anything but...why'd you find me?" I question awkwardly. "My family kicked me out and I need somewhere to stay. Plus, your rapping was really good." I frown but cover it up with a bright smile. "Sure you can stay here! We can enroll you into Ouran too!"

He shakes his head, "I'll go to the public school and I'll pick you up when school let's out." I nod my acceptance and we begin to prepare for tomorrow.

~End of Chapter 8~

That was short and I'm sowwy!!

Reaper- Lazy ass.

*goes to Tamaki's emo corner* Meanie...

Reaper- I do try.

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