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"It is such a cruel, cruel fate that such beauty must leave this world..."

And I do believe...that I would say that quietly to myself, my eyes glistening with tears of sorrow and regret...

However! Fortunately for all of you, such a travesty will not be happening anytime soon. ♥

AH! It is so good to be back in this fine city. It seems I've missed many goings-on, and I hope to be updated to such events soon.

.........

I MISSED HITOMI SO VERY, VERY MUCH! T____T Such a prolonged separation--so painful!!

I had the opportunity of seeing her at her new job last week! Oh, wait--it is volunteering, I understand. So noble! So compassionate!

I have been so preoccupied lately; I am truly sorry to have missed out.

Oh! Antoinette wants to go for a walk. She loves playing in the leaves~

I...am one without shame.

I am no gentleman. No! Not even a man; I am merely some sort of beast...

I SHOULD BE LOCKED AWAY!!

Yes! Locked inside a cage, where people may point and laugh, and throw peanuts at my despicable likeness!!

...It must be true, what they say about summer--that hearts beat faster, that men and women alike can become intoxicated by more than just the everlasting warmth of the sun, that the stars shine brightly in the eyes of young lovers, who become hypnotized...

This must...ah! Hikaru! That song, the one you were playing in your room earlier--it mentioned "summer love", right?

Oh, and what a wonderful thing! A gala is being held once again! I'm afraid I am not well-acquainted with the host, but he must be a generous and compassionate man, for a charity auction is being held as well!!

Of course, I do plan on making donations, as I am quite the compassionate man myself. At first I had no idea where to begin, but as luck would have it, the east wing of the second mansion is scheduled to be refurnished. I will certainly seize this opportunity, and hopefully obtain a fair share of the furniture and classical paintings that are to be moved!

I shall call Dad right away! Grandmother is a very traditional, cultured woman, and couldn't possibly bear to depart with any of our antiques, but there may be some other items we can spare.

Hmm. I have been so very full of energy lately! I cannot seem to sit still.

...I should exercise! Go outside and participate in some physical activity! Running, maybe? Hitomi does it every morning. Yes! Laps around the school track sound good. Or how about the campus grounds? It would be more adventurous~

It...it's been well over a week. Perhaps two, even.

My-- That is, they said I inhaled a good deal of smoke, and that I should stay in the hospital for a day or so...

I stayed with Hitomi. She...she was badly hurt. Why didn't I get there sooner??

.........

WHAT KIND OF INHUMANE, VIOLENT, HATEFUL PERSON WOULD DO SUCH A THING?! HAVE THE POLICE FOUND THE PERSON RESPONSIBLE YET??

I was going to the cafe. I couldn't read one of the cute little notes from the jar Hitomi gave me, so I went out for help. When I got there...it happened. The building, it just--and the flames, and...

And Hitomi was in there. I found her. I found her. She was hurt so badly, so badly. So very badly...

How? How could such a terrible thing happen? I don't understand.

My coughing is gone, and my throat is clear again. I want to take care of her, though.

I was so scared. And she sometimes wakes up crying, and I comfort her. Sometimes her pain reaches me, and I cry too.

Today, right? It's today, right??

That makes two, then~ Deux! Ni!

Oh, and I hear Kaoru will be staying with us for good now. How nice~ I get to be the head of my very own household, fufu!

...Ah! I have to go get ready.

I have acquired a new swimsuit!

I went shopping with Hitomi, Hatsuharu-kun and Chrome-san the other day in preparation for the trip to Hawaii. Yes, I realize some of you may think I have more than my fair share of swimsuits already, but consider this: would it really hurt to see me looking so handsome in something new?

Hitomi...looked adorable.

I've never been to that mall before...I want to go back soon! There was this one store--the one with the weather clocks, and the massage chairs! I WANT TO GO BACK AND SIT IN ONE! And they had this nifty little clock, it rocks back and forth--so much fun to watch!! I just might have to buy one~ But that will have to be for another trip. Kyouya, will you come with me??

...Ah! It was a pleasure meeting you, Chrome-san~ I look forward to our next meeting.

...Hmm. I haven't really seen Hikaru and Kaoru since their birthday. Odd...

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THEY'RE OUT! THEY'RE ON THE LOOSE!

EDIT: Oh God...Oh God, my private jet is gone!!

...Haa.

The project that began in the latter half of last month was resurfaced for a consultation--the original blueprints for the company's new hotel conflicted with the boundaries of a nearby property, so an alternate plan needed to be considered. Thankfully, a pleasant agreement was made~

I didn't allow myself to be cut off entirely, of course! No...in fact, I took the whole day off to celebrate Hikaru and Kaoru's birthday! Hitomi baked a breakfast for them! So cute!!

I treated them to lunch, and later in the evening...we got to visit Kyouya!! A fun party at Kyouya's house~ :D I looked around for the kotatsu he said he'd brought, but it was nowhere to be found! ...Ah, because it's summer, right?

[OOC: Just an interesting OOC FYI--Tamaki is the one who pushed the zoning issue, because otherwise a certain building he felt was needed would be demolished. Brownie points from Dad~]

I've been so busy since we've gotten back! Dad asked me if I wanted to help with a small project, so I haven't been able to say...

...HOW INCREDIBLY ADORABLE HITOMI WAS IN HER BRIDESMAID DRESS~!! :D <3

It was so much fun! I got to meet Hitomi's good friends from high school, and hear all sorts of interesting stories... The wedding itself, of course, was a marvelous event! I was honored to be present. Yukari-chan looked radiant in her gown. The groom was rather composed, but you could still see he was just as happy as she was.

Now, it's widely known that at any wedding, the groom is the most important man in the room(except, perhaps, for the father of the bride). However, I cannot help but say that I must have made quite an impression, myself.

I even managed to find some spare time to go sightseeing! I'd never been to London before~

( Private//Unhackable to Hitomi )

Hitomi caught the bouquet, too~

Indeed, there truly is nothing that can compare with springtime in Paris. Every which way you walk, one cannot help but succumb to the overwhelming scent of the blossoms, the breathtaking views...

On my birthday, I took Hitomi to La Promenade Plantée, one of the most ideal locations in the city to witness the glory of the season firsthand. Sadly, I myself haven't had the opportunity to visit once I'd gone to live in Japan. Surely then, you must understand the reason my heart was so very moved as we walked along the path.

Of course, Hitomi was with me, too~ ♥ :D

Aah, what a rush! We return home, only to leave again very soon! Two of Hitomi's good friends from high school are getting married, and so we'll be leaving for England in a few days to attend the ceremony.

I can't wait to meet Hitomi's friends!

Ahh! I'm up a little late, yes, but I just finished packing. Perhaps I could sleep on the flight? AH, but if they put on a good movie I'd want to stay awake!

...Oh! I never did mention this, did I~? Tomorrow Hitomi and I are departing to spend a week in France! A fitting spring trip, in my honest opinion. And of course, I can show her the extravagant, charming place in which I was raised, and share those lovely memories.

We'll be back next Sunday. ...Kyouya, I'd be more than happy to bring back souvenirs for you~ Ah, and Hikaru and Kaoru as well.

...

What?

Konata-chan had her baby??

WHEN? WHEN? How come I didn't hear??

Konata-chan! I'll have to come visit and see! Is it a boy or a girl? What shall I bring?

This...this is...

AMAZING!!!



A PIZZA IN THE SHAPE OF A HEART! What a phenomenal idea! It works out perfectly!!

JUST THINK! For those couples out there who are, shall I say, economically-challenged--this could be an ideal romantic dinner! And at such a reasonable price! Two of these remarkable pizzas for $19.99, or one of them with an order of pastry delights for a mere $15.99!

For those of you out there to whom this may apply, and cannot afford to dine at a more prestigious restaurant, I strongly advise you to consider this option!!

Ahh...

Hitomi's condition has improved, but only by a small margin. I have the doctor over every day, and ask him what he thinks. And what more can be done. And what foods she should eat. And if I should stay with her and watch her...

I DON'T KNOW WHAT ELSE TO DO!!

Antoinette has shorter walks for now...she is disappointed, I'm certain, but I can't be away for too long...

T__________T

I...I think I may know what this is.

And what I want. It...it really is a new feeling, and I cannot believe it.

So sudden, too...

I'll have to do the most that I can. That is...if I am able to.

( Cut for anxious thoughts; Unhackable to Hitomi )

Though, that thought I've been having...I might...I may go through with it...

Some people have always called me the impulsive type, but--maybe, I...

HAPPY NEW YEAR TO ALL!

May your dreams carry you far in the days to come~

There! I have succeeded! My conscience is clear!

( OOC notes to Hitomi-mun~ )