Author's note: Hi Minna! Here I am with my first fic ever! What's unbelievable (for me) is that my first fic's a YAOI! Anyway, this fic sucks! I'm an amateur and I really don't think you'll ever appreciate this. Anyway, if you do, I'll thank you wholeheartedly.
Allow me to tell you the flow of the story first. This is a fic about Sendoh and someone from SD. Actually he knows this someone very well in the series but in this fanfic, he doesn't know him and he has never met him. So, it's their first meeting. And… this someone is actually a famous star allover Japan. Anyway, just read and find out.
Disclaimer : I'm just borrowing this COOL SD guys from Takehiko Inoue. No matter how I wish they were mine, I think it's just not really meant to be… Only if Inoue-sensei would give them to me…
Pairings : Sendoh x (someone from SD too…)
Signs I use: ' thoughts '
" script "
( author's note)
You First Believed
By Rave
Chapter 1 : The Raven-haired Stranger
The sun was up shining brightly. Today was a very nice Saturday morning indeed. Cherry blossom petals flew all around the city indicating the start of the most-awaited season of Spring. Downtown, people are already busy buzzing around for work to start this wonderful morning. But somewhere down Kanagawa district, someone hasn't started his day yet… and that was none other than the ravishing ace player of Ryonan, Akira Sendoh.
Sendoh groaned as he felt the sun's blinding rays touching his eyes. Snuggling beneath the covers to hide from this damn intruder, he tried to go back to sleep. But maybe, he wasn't really allowed to. At that very moment, his fucking alarm clock rang.
KRIIIIIIIIIIINNNNNNNG!!!!!!
…all of his wonderful dreams and fantasies… disappeared… just because of that fucking alarm clock…
Sendoh cursed mentally as he silenced the poor thing up before fully standing up and heading to the bathroom. After about 1 hour of bathing, he finally went out clean and fresh to start his day.
After taking a small breakfast of 4 slices of clubhouse sandwiches (with lemons), 1 glass of fresh lemon juice and 2 granola bars, he went off tagging a bike and a basketball along.
It was Sendoh's habit during Saturday's to play basketball at a public court a few blocks away from his house. Usually he plays alone but sometimes he happens to tag Koshino along. (*ahem*) But as for today, this ace player's gonna play alone.
It wasn't something unusual for him especially for a guy who got used being alone all the time. But somehow, it was rather… lonely.
Sendoh heaved a sigh as the wind gently kissed his face. Lonely… Yes, this is the true feeling of this cheerful ace he tried to mask. All those years, he was all alone. His parents left him here in Japan because of their work in Italy. While his older sister, Miya, transferred to Germany after marrying a German. He didn't really mind living alone especially with all the luxury he had, but what really pains him was that they never had time to visit him. They would always say they were busy with work and just come some other time. But when did that 'some other time' come? Never… and never will. That was why he never expected anything more from them. The truth was… they never really cared for him at all.
Sendoh pedaled faster allowing the wind to carry his worries away. He always feels comfort in the wind. It was like his best friend whom he can count on. But suddenly his mysterious friend was gone as he halted to stop seeing the traffic light turn red.
He shifted his gaze towards his right and saw some teenage girls drooling over him. Sendoh frowned. He then went off as the signal turned green.
Seeing those girls made Sendoh remember more of his painful past. Truly, Sendoh was a work of art for anyone's eyes. That ever so spiky hair… that gorgeous blue eyes that shimmer with joy… that breathtaking smile… his smooth moves when he's playing on court … and his very cool attitude. Surely, anyone would fall for him. He was like an angel…
At first, Sendoh didn't mind them, but as time passed, he realized that they were all looking at his mask. No one ever saw him through. No one saw this sad and painful side of his. Surely, he had friends. He knew they were true and that he could count on them, but what he was looking for was way beyond the word friendship. And that was… Love…
Sendoh never felt this feeling in his whole life. He never felt love from his parents nor did he ever feel true love from a person who understands your heart and soul. It was agonizing… he wished hard for this to come… but it never did…
…wasn't it really meant to be for Sendoh Akira to fall in love? … and to be loved? Maybe yes… and maybe no…
Sendoh sighed again. Thinking of those things makes him want to cry. But even through all this miserable and excruciating memories, Sendoh smiled. "Demo… I shouldn't let this ruin my day…" A true smile that eased his throbbing heart.
He then halted his bicycle and parked it beside a tree. He hopped down from it with a basketball in his hand and walked off.
Cherry blossoms flew past our beloved ace as he made his way to the court. He was about 1 meter away from his destination when he heard a familiar sound being emitted from it. The majestic sound of a dribbling ball. As he inched closer, the sounds were getting louder and clearer.
"Who could be here?"
Sendoh was starting to get puzzled knowing that a stranger was inside the court this very minute. It wasn't like he was claiming the court as his property but it was just very unusual for someone to play basketball at this time of the day. All the people around this district knew that every Saturday, at this time in the morning, he would be playing in the court. But then, why was someone inside? Was there anyone who didn't know?
'Well, I won't know if I won't look… '
To satisfy the building curiosity inside him, our great ace sneaked behind a nearby bush. Ignoring the threatening stares, he could possibly get from the people passing by. Peeking a little, he quickly got a glance at the stranger.
Sendoh's POV
The stranger's a guy based from his body build-up and his short raven hair that fell just below his ears or should I say the nape area?! Anyway, based from my estimation, he's around 187 cm. He also had deep blue eyes that were deeper and prettier than mine. I feel like I could drown in them. He has a well-fitted body based from that muscles in his arms and legs. My God! But above all, he's damn ravishing and seductive!
Baka ne Akira! Oh, what am I thinking? I'm becoming a hentai! But it's true. He really looks adorable and good-looking. Especially with that wet look, he has from perspiration! My, what a beauty! And his beautiful white skin, I've never seen such skin like that! I wonder how it looks like when he removes his top? Flawless? Maybe...Oh, my hentai mind's working again!
I was snapped back to reality when a ball bounced off beside me. I looked at the ball strangely before realizing the situation before me. He dropped the ball and…
What am I going to do? Should I pick it up? What if he sees me stand from this bush? He'll think that I'm a stalker! Damn! I'm REALLY getting nervous about this.
I shook my head hard trying to erase the thoughts that keep on flooding my mind. But no matter how hard I tried, I just can't erase those thoughts quickly. Anyway, I just stood up whispering, 'Here goes nothing!'. I picked the ball up and I was about to walk over to him when…
Normal POV
Sendoh Akira looked up only to come face to face with the stranger he was watching from far away a while ago. His eyes were glancing TERRIBLY strange at him. Sendoh noticing the young man's curious stare gave one of his charming smiles to him and handed him the ball.
Sendoh scratched his head nervously. "Don't think that I'm a stalker or something… Ano… ijusthappentohavepassedbyhereandyousee—"
"Wanna play?" The stranger had cut his stupid explanations off.
"Huh? What did you say?"
" I said 'Wanna play', do'aho. I could see that's your purpose." he said eyeing the ball Akira was holding.
" Um… Gomen. Sure, why not."
And so, Akira Sendoh and the mysterious guy had one-on-one on this public court in downtown Kanagawa. The game between them was very hot and intense. For almost 2 minutes already, no one still has a score. That was until now…
Sendoh made a fake and managed to escape from the stranger's tight defense. He was about to make a perfect dunk when a hand appeared before him. Unfortunately, this ace player of Ryonan was just in the mood. He changed his position in air and passed his hand below the stranger's arm making a successful lay-up. Finally, someone scored.
Both of them landed on the ground panting heavily. Sweat was dripping all over their body. Sendoh collapsed to the ground feeling very exhausted for the first time. He never experienced such a strenuous but thrilling game like this ever before.
"Whew. That was wearing but interesting." He opened his eyes to look at the stranger but what he saw was a bottle of water flying over him. Quickly, he grabbed it before it hit his adorable face and make an annoying mark. Sendoh grinned. " Just great."
After getting enough rest and recovering from that tiring one-on-one, Sendoh felt happy. He never felt this happy in all his life. He shifted his gaze to the raven-haired guy seated beside him. Surprisingly, he found the boy looking into him too. Their gazes were locked with each other. Deep Ocean blue to unfathomable cerulean blue. Sendoh felt like droning in his eyes. Their distance was extremely close and Sendoh could feel his soft breathing on his cheek.
'It feels so warm and relaxing…'
An unusual feeling crept through Sendoh's spine. No matter how he tried, he just can't move. It was like he was glued to the ground. ( A/N: How could you move if you know an angel from heaven is beside you? Oh, Aki-chan's soooooo lucky! ^o^) Something inside of him was telling him to kiss this stranger. A burning feeling that rushed through his whole body. It was very hard to go against it.
Falling for his inner desires, he leaned closer, decreasing the gap between them by 1 inch. Sendoh could smell the sweet scent coming from this guy. 'Even though soaked in sweat, he still smells as fresh as the cherry blossoms…' He was about to kiss this angel before him when suddenly the raven-haired beauty turned away.
That sudden action broke all of Sendoh's pleasurable fantasies. He somehow felt embarrassed at his sudden actions that he could feel sudden blood rush to his cheeks. He was blushing! He eyed the boy and he saw the boy experiencing the same reaction. Since then, an unusual silence fell over them.
Sendoh's POV
Damn you Akira! You shouldn't have done that! Look now, he's mad at you! Baka, baka, baka!!!
Now then, go apologize to him! It's all your stupid fault, you hentai! Now, what do you think he thinks of you now! Baka!
I shrugged all those fucking voices I could hear away. But they were right. I really needed to apologize. I didn't want to lose a friend I just found.
"Gomen." I said breaking the silence.
I saw his eyes widen, but still he didn't look at me. All he gave was a small 'Hn.' as a reply. I could somehow sense his change of attitude. 'This would be hard.'
Well, going on. " I didn't really mean to do it." Still, his back was receiving all my apologies. I understand him a little though. Just imagine. A complete stranger whom you met for only minutes is trying to kiss you! Who wouldn't be shocked! I sighed, mentally though. But still, I have to try. "Please." No reply. Aw, c'mon! Just don't be so stubborn. I went in front of him and pleaded using my most effective strategy; the puppy-eyed strategy.
Afterwards he mouthed a defeated "Fine". I jumped for joy. (Not literally though) At last! Then, I stretched out a hand to him. He eyed it strangely with a look in his eyes saying 'Now What?!'
"I haven't introduced myself, I'm Akira Sendoh. And you are?" I tried hard to sound friendly as possible.
Instead of shaking my hand, his eyes grew wide.
"You… don't know me?" he asked.
I placed my pointer finger on my head trying to think as hard as possible. Do I know him?
"I'm sorry, but I think I never met you before…" I grinned nervously as he threw a LOT of death glares on me.
Then, he stood abruptly carrying a very shocked expression. "You…really…don't?"
"No."
"Sure?"
"…Yeah." Beads of sweat started to form on my head and my face as his stare on me was getting more… ah … deadly. 'I…really think…this is getting…too…far.' Then, to my surprise, he smirked. "You're an interesting person, you know." Anyway, he took my hand and shook it. "Nice to meet you."
I smiled. At last! (at last again?!) I was hoping he would smile back, but he never did. I guess he's not the type who loves to smile really.
"Thanks." I said.
"It was fun playing with you. Anyway, got to go."
Suddenly, a man donned in a black suit and with a matching black shades and red tie appeared. (It's not magic, ok. He walked towards them. Just want to make it clear. ^-^)
He surprisingly bowed down before us.
"I'm here to pick you up, Young Master."
'Young Master?! I know for sure that I wasn't a missing royalty or something. I'm for a fact, NOT an adopted child too. But, what if I am?! Aaahhh! That's impossible. Please tell me I'm dreaming!'
"Sure." The raven-haired guy beside me replied.
"Nani?! Are you the Young Master?!"
"Hai. Anyway, gotta go. Ja! " I watched carefully at his retreating back. My mind was still trying to absorb the events that just happened. Whoa! Young Master?! He sure is rich! I just don't know what came into me but before I knew it, I had already mouthed the word "Matte."
He stopped walking and turned to face me having that 'Now What?!' look again. Before he could even turn back and completely walk away, I spoke.
"Ano… could we play some other time again?"
He threw me a death glare. I'm doomed! Baka Akira! Baka! Then he creased his brows like he was thinking. I gulped nervously. Please! After a while, his eyes gleamed brilliantly and his lips curved into an amused smile. I stood frozen in place, afraid of his reply.
"In one condition." he replied in a monotone.
"What condition?"
"Well, since you're really clueless of who I am, I want you to do a little researching…"
He grinned. "It's very simple. I'm giving you one week to know who I am, particularly my name. Next Saturday, we'll meet here again, same time as of today. If you know me already when we meet again, I can play one-on-one with you that Saturday and even every Saturday morning, promise. So?"
I thought for a while. That's not bad but knowing who this complete stranger is hard. Extremely. But the offer's nice. What'll happen if I didn't get it by next Saturday? Oh God?
"What? D'you agree or not?! I rarely make this kind of promises." There was hint of irritation already present in the tone of his voice.
I still didn't give him a reply. I'm not damn sure about this. I'm getting really confused! Terribly! What's wrong with me? I can simply agree but something's stopping me.
"Che." I was snapped out of my thoughts (again?!) when he started to walk away. Don't go.
I quickly grabbed his arm and he turned to face me once again. This time he REALLY looked at me like I was a stranger or something. I could see it clearly in those piercing blue eyes. But still… he looks adorable.
"Wait. I agree." I saw his eyes lit up and once again he smirked. "Good. It won't be hard, I swear. Just look around and you'll get to know me in no time. Just be sensitive."
'Just look around?! What does he mean?! I Just don't understand?! Are there any clues about him around here?!'
He slowly took my hand off his arm and walked away. It was noon already and the sun was way up high in the sky. He then halted when he was at the middle of the court and faced back towards me. Then, the sun shone one of its majestic rays over us. I stood amazed at the sight before me. The stranger just looks like an angel. The sun was kissing his hair making it shimmer while the wind toyed with it. His deep ocean blue eyes shone like sapphire gems and cherry blossom petals flea all around him like a cape. How beautiful…
"Next Saturday?!" he asked before fully turning around to leave.
"Un. Next Saturday."
-Tsuzuku-
Author's note: Did I leave you hanging there? Anyway, like what I told you, it sucked! Totally! Anyway, I really thank those who had time to read this. Please review and comment. Your comments will really help me on what to do on the next chapter. I do accept flames, but please be gentle with it. I'm already guessing right now that all of the reviews on me would be flames. Anyway, I'll try not to very pessimistic. Sorry if Sendoh was a little not like himself. I'll try to align his attitude on the next chapter to his true one. Again R & R please! Ja!