Title: Unexpected Confession

Anime: Kuroko no Basket

Pairing: Riko Aida and Junpei Hyuga

Summary: Hyuga has kept his feeling for Riko for a long time. But what will urged him to suddenly confess his feelings? Read and Find out!

Disclaimer: I do not own KnB or any of the characters. Only this story is mine.

HYUGA'S POV

The skies are blue and the sun shines brightly. Looks like the weather is great today.

I immediately get myself ready and go to school. As I go to Seirin, I felt a sudden chill on my down my spine. What's with this atmosphere? It's early in the morning but why do many people look all lovey-dovey? What's the occasion? I just shrugged and continue to walk to Seirin. But as I go near our classroom my suspicions grew. There's something really going on here! I immediately ask Izuki, my teammate and classmate.

"Izuki, what's the occasion? Why are there so many couples and chocolates around?"

"Geez Hyuga, It's Valentines day you idiot. You've been focusing on basketball too much that you already forgot what's the occasion."

"well it's not my fault for working hard to be Japan's #1"

"Basketball freak. :) "

We both went to our seats because class is about to start.

So it's Valentines today huh…

I've never had a girlfriend so that's why this day never had any significance for me.

Then for some strange reason, I caught myself staring at Riko.

Riko… my childhood friend, our coach and…..

Crush

You heard it right. Riko is my crush.

I have thought of confessing to her many times but I can't seem to have the guts to do it. Besides, it's not like some guys will steal Riko from me. I don't need to rush. I'm not saying that Riko is ugly and that no guy will like her. In fact, she's perfect for me. I just think that no guy will dare to court her because before they even think about it I give them a death glare that will make them rethink their decision. Without the knowledge of Riko of course. She can't know that I like, no, love her. Not yet.

Damn it Hyuga! What the hell are you thinking! You're getting all cheesy because of this atmosphere. And why am I talking to myself? Geez =_=

The day ended pretty quickly and since it's a special day today there won't be any practice.

"Yo Hyuga, wanna grab some burgers before going home?" Kiyoshi asked.

"Yeah, let me ask Riko first if she wants to go with us."

I immediately went to Riko and I was suprised to see a handful of letters at her desk.

"What the hell are those?" I asked while pointing to the letters.

"Oh, just some love letters."

"Love letters?!"

"Come on Hyuga! Did you actually think I'm that ugly and got no admirers."

No, it's the complete opposite.

"Kind of." I lied "Anyway, want to go to Maji Burger with us."

"No thanks. I have some stuff to do."

I left the classroom and went to the gate to meet up with Kiyoshi. But when we were about to leave I just remembered something.

"Kiyoshi, I forgot something. Wait for me for a while."

I ran to the classroom as fast as I could. When I arrived, I saw Riko talking to some just. They wouldn't mind some eavesdropping right? I stayed outside the classroom and listened very carefully.

"He-hello Aida-chan."

"Um, may I know your name?"

"I-I'm Keitaro Nogi. I ju-just have something to tell you."

"What is it?"

"I-I have li-liked you s-since last ye-year and I—"

"Wait, calm yourself first and stop stuttering."

The guy took a deep breath and continued what he was about to say.

"I just want to ask you to hang out sometime."

"Sure. When?"

What the?! Riko actually said yes?

"Are you free this weekend?"

"Yes."

"Cool, then I'll meet you at the M convenience store at 10 am."

Anger spread through my veins. I can't accept the fact that he actually said yes to that guy. Who the hell is he anyway? After the guy went out, I went inside the room to get my wallet without saying a word to Riko and I quickly went out. Riko seemed baffled by my actions. But for now, I can't think of anything but Riko and that guy.

Kiyoshi and I finally went to Maji Burger to eat something.

Kiyoshi ordered 2 burgers and some fries while I ordered 10 burgers. Kiyoshi was astonished when he saw my burger. But who cares anyway? I need to release my anger!

"Woah, Hyuga is that really you? or did you became infected by Kagami-kun?"

"Shut your mouth Kiyoshi!"

"Hahaha. Calm down Hyuuga, what happened?"

I hesitated to tell Kiyoshi. No one can know my secret of course. I'll just ask him about that guy.

"Kiyoshi. do you know a guy named Keitaro Nogi?"

"Hmm, you mean that volleyball player? Well yes. He's quite popular you know. Why did you ask?"

"Nothing in particular."

"It's about Riko huh?"

"H-how could you say that?!"

"Well apparently that Nogi has a long time crush on Riko and I have a hunch that you overheard them talking."

"Even if your hunch was right. Why would that affect me in any way?"

"Simple, 'cause you love Riko."

"Wh-What the?! You're just hallucinating Kiyoshi. That would never happen not even in a million years!"

"Fine, if what you're saying is the truth."Kiyoshi said, emphasizing the word truth.

"Psh,Whatever."

The table grew very silent. But suddenly, Kiyoshi looked at me while grinning like an idiot.

"Hyuga, why don't we stalk them? "

"Not a bad idea I think."

"Where is there meeting place?"

"M convenience store, Saturday, 10 am."

"See! You really did eavesdrop!"

"Fine. Let's just go home."

Stalking eh? Riko will kill me if she finds out but it's now or never!

-Day of the 'Date'-

I woke up early so that I can get ready for our 'stalking'. Of course I need to be earlier than them and find a hiding place or else they'll see Kiyoshi and me. After fixing myself I went to M convenience store. And I was surprised to already see Kiyoshi there and as usual he gave me one of his flashy grin.

"Quit grinning like that you idiot!"

"I just can't believe it! You must really love Riko so much that you really want to stalk her."

"Just shut your mouth."

"But Hyuga, nothing will happen unless you confess to her. Guys will keep asking her again and again if you won't claim her."

I hate how this moron could be so right. I need to say it once and for all but I just can't seem to find the perfect timing.

"Hyuga! Here they come. Let's hide!"

Kiyoshi and I hid behind some bushes but I guess Kiyoshi is having a hard time hiding himself behind the bushes. He is a giant after all. The guy is jittery at the start but as their 'date' goes on he seems to have adjusted. And Riko? Well I can't believe that she keeps laughing to the jokes of that stupid guy. I should be the one making her laugh not some guy that she just met 2 days ago. Ugh! I am literally fuming with anger and jealousy!

It's now lunch time and they went to some restaurant. And Kiyoshi literally needed to tie me to a pole just to keep me from barging in the restaurant and punching that guy. Why? Simply because I saw him holding MY Riko's face why cleaning her mouth with a tissue. Nobody dares to hold MY Riko's face! Argh!

They now went to a park and said their goodbyes. Finally! That guy was out of my sight because I swear if that guy did something I'll haunt him down and kill him. I thought that it was over but what surprised me is Riko's next words.

"Teppei and Hyuga! You can come out now."

What the?! She knew that we were stalking her? We went out of our hiding place and faced Riko. well this is the inevitable, we need to face it.

"Why are you stalking me?"

"U-um, I need to go back to my house now. My grandparents might need me. Bye!" Kiyoshi suddenly ran leaving the two of us alone.

"Ca-calm do-down Riko. Why not we talk in that bench."

The two of us sat on the bench. Then Riko suddenly asked me that question again.

"Why are you and Teppei stalking me?!'

I first took a deep breath then explained.

"Well, I overheard your conversation with that guy and we just got curious. That's why we decided to stalk you."

"Hyuga, we all know that you're a terrible liar and I'm not buying your excuse for even one second!"

This girl really knows me well. Guess I have to tell the truth. I mustered up all my courage before I confess to her.

"I-it's because I got really jealous when you agreed to go with that guy."

"Why would you be jealous?" Riko asked, clearly confused.

"Because I like, no, love you okay! I've always felt this way since we were children and seeing that guy with you just made my heart ache!"

I can't believe I said it. I finally said it. I just waited silently for her reaction but Riko as stood there, dumbfounded.

Without thinking I suddenly pressed my lips against her lips. I don't know why but it seems that my body has a mind of its own. She seemed really surprised at first but she responded as the kiss went deeper. I can't believe it! The girl of my dreams responding to me. Soon it turned into a very passionate kiss. When the kiss ended, we were both blushing and gasping for air. We just stared at each other in silence and then she finally spoke.

"Geez Hyuga, you're so straightforward!"

"Umm, So? Wh-what's your reaction?"

"Of course I love you too, you idiot. Did you really think that I will let you steal my first kiss that easily if I had no feelings for you?"

I can't believe what I am hearing. Am I dreaming?! I feel a mixture of overflowing happiness and relief on my body. I immediately hugged her and held her hand as we go to a date of our own.

- THE END -