Puppy Love ||OHSHC||

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"It looks bad now, but I promise it's not as bad as it looks. I had a cataplexy spell and collapsed at the top of the stairs the other morning," I chuckled sheepishly, trying not to hiss in pain as the doctor started to poke and proud.

"Do you normally have big spills like this?" The doctor asked.

"Not usually, but it happens," I answered somewhat honestly.

"Do you feel safe at home?" The doctor asked casually.

"Yes," I said flatly.

"I promise you, this is a safe space. Whatever you say here stays here. You're free to tell us if anything at home or at school is bothering you," Chairman Suoh said. 

"Everything is good. I promise," I lied.

"Is there anything you need me to do to make this visit better for you?" The doctor inquired. 

I shook my head, swallowing thickly. My throat was thick and my chest was tight. 

"I think we're done here. Thank you for visiting with me Mr. Nanase. I hope you have a good day," The doctor smiled, letting me put my tops back on.

"If there's anything you need just say the word, Mathieu," Chairman Suoh told me on my way out. 

"Thank you, sir," I smiled.

I started to make my way to my afternoon class when I heard someone clear their throat behind me. I turned seeing my Uncle in the main lobby.

"Hello Uncle, is everything okay?" I question hesitantly.

"You tell me. I was called here for a meeting with the chairman. Should I be worried?" He asked lowly, his face stern. 

"No sir," I answered quietly.

"Good," He replied, before turning and walking in the direction of the chairman's office.

After class, I started to make my way to the front of the school. I was dreading going home. God only knows what would be angrily waiting for me at home.

"Hey, Mathieu! Wait up!" I heard Tamaki call from behind me.

I stopped and turned to wait for him. Tadeo started to wag his tail as Tamaki got closer.

"Where are you going? Club starts in a couple of minutes," Tamaki questioned.

"My uncle told me yesterday that he wants me to come straight home today. He wanted to go over a few things or something," I fibbed.

"Oh, my dad didn't tell you?" He responded with the tilt of his head.

"Tell me what?" I asked hesitantly.

"He spoke with your Uncle earlier today and he said it was okay that you stayed over at our estate this weekend!" Tamaki grinned, hooking his arm with mine.

"Oh?" I stammered.

I was spaced out for most of club time. I think the twins had tricked Haruhi into letting them go to her house? But I'm not sure.

I jumped when I felt Tadeo put his head in my lap, looking up at me expectantly. "Hey Tadeo," I smiled softly, scratching behind his ears. He started to kick his leg and wag his tail.

"Can we play with Tadeo?" Honey asked.

"Sure. Tadeo, Libérer," I said. Tadeo pulled away from me and followed Honey.

After club time, Tamaki accompanied me to my estate so I could grab some clothes. I was thankful that my uncle was no where in sight.

"So, why is your uncle so strict? If you don't mind me asking?" Tamaki asked.

"Well, ever since my mom died, everyone has been just really protective of me. She was the only one who really knew how to take care of my disability so... That's my best guest," I stated, getting into the limo with my bag. 

Tadeo got in after me and laid down on the floor between Tamaki and I. We arrived at the estate and settled in the theater room.

We both settled into one of the bigger recliners. Tamaki threw the blanket it out over our legs and put his arm around my shoulders, making the butterflies in my stomach fly about. 

"How about a romance movie? I've heard they've come out with some good ones recently," He suggested. I only nodded, not trusting myself to speak. Tadeo walked over and licked my hand as a soft alert.

"Good boy, Tadeo," I praised softly, petting his head. I let myself lean back slightly and my head fell to the left slightly, making me lean against Tamaki slightly.

"You okay?" He asked worriedly.

"Just a minute," I slurred slightly, trying to keep focus. 

"Gotcha," Tamaki said in understanding as he saw Tadeo looking at me expectedly. 

"Sorry," I murmured once I was able to lift my head off of his shoulder.

Tamaki gave my shoulder a reassuring squeeze and started a movie I didn't know the name of. It was about a book of some sort.

We watched the movie in a comfortable silence, with the occasional comment or giggle. 

"Mathieu?" Tamaki questioned in the middle of the movie.

"Yeah?" I responded, turning my head to look up at him. I was slightly shock to see his face a mere few inches from mine.

"Do you think that we'd ever get to experience romance like that in our life time?" Tamaki asked softly, his eyes darted to my lips and back up to my eyes. 

"I... I'm not sure," I answered honestly, turning my gaze back to the screen. My heart felt like it was about to burst out of my chest and I could feel the heat in my ears.

"I'm curious, so, do you like girls? Or are you more into guys? I'm having a hard time trying to figure out your type?" Tamaki said honestly, a mischievous grin on his face.

"I'm not really in the dating scene, Tamaki. People don't like people like me," I explained gently, fidgeting with my hands. I could feel his eyes burning into the side of my face.

"You said people, does that mean you like both?" He questioned deviously.

"I'm more of a personality person, I guess," I murmured.

"Interesting," He chirped, moving his attention back to the movie. 

Maybe I'm getting over my head, but, I think I'm falling for him. 

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