Hi guys~ so… this fanfiction is dedicated to my friend who ships AkaKuro , as her belated b'day prez...(Okachan~ Happy belated birthday~!) Urm…well… Basically, this story is all about fluffy AkaKuro… I wasn't good at writing but I hope that this story is acceptable …
Disclaimer: I don't own KnB and its characters…
Warning: as always, this fanfic contains bl of course~
Happy birthday Akashi~
"…Akashi-kun."
"Yes, Tetsuya?"
Ruby red eyes shone on mine, as intimidating as usual. Even for me, I know that this person's will shall not be deny… but…
"… Are you sure this is fine?"
I question, with a blank face like usual. But only I…and I think Akashi too, notice the discomfort in my voice, the faint heat on my cheek and that I am embarrassed by the my current situation. Very embarrassed, in fact.
" Tetsuya, it's fine. I ensure you."
He says that, while his eyes shine in amusement and satisfaction. With a stoic expression, no one would actually figure that I'm thinking of ways to run away now. Run away from Akashi, the captain of my basketball team. And that feeling of running away is getting stronger, when he start to pat my head in a very gentle way. It kind of give me a shock first, then fear, for that the usual Akashi will never done that… and I don't want to know why he done that or what he will do next. My facial expression remains blank, trying hard not to be overly expose in front of him. But it never seems to work…
"Now… Tetsuya, you don't have to hide from me, say what you want."
I hesitate a little, but decide to be blunt, for my sanity. "… Then, Akashi-kun…"
"But if it's about this…" He point on what I'm wearing. "Then, no. You promise me right? Tetsuya?"
"And you would never break your promise… right?"
… I sigh inwardly… how I get myself into this problem again?
It was like any other day, I spent my day unnoticed by most of the people around me. My teachers, classmates… it had been something I got use to after all this years. But then I know, when the last bell of the last class rings, I can take part in my favorite game and would not go unnoticeable…
"RING~~~~"
The bell rings and my teacher dismiss the class. Many students walk in groups and talk about what they are going to do for the rest of their days, and I only walk between them, trail across the crowd of students with no difficulties. Slowly, heading to my destination—Teiko High School Gym…and expect the same routine of basketball practice like any other days.
We practice and the training menu is exhausting like usual…(as expected from a certain red hair boy) but this day seems to... turn out to be a little bit different.
… I mean, Akashi looks a little happier than usual.
After the practice, all of us generation of miracles went for dinner together. It was unusual… we only would get some ice-cream together before we went back. Did something happen? But I got my answer right away when we reach a restaurant… the moment I see the room they pre-book, I have a good idea what this all is about.
The room is very majestic in traditional style, with red and gold as the main color, decorate with some canvas with stitches of large detailed scissors… and the table is painted like a shogi board.
All of this remind me of our basketball team captain.
" Outanjoubi Omedetou! Akashi(-kun/-chi/-chin)!"
Everyone cheer…(and a particular blond and a tan guy shouted) when Murasakibara-kun took out a big box with a Red Velvet cake that is big enough for me to eat for the rest of the month without spending a single penny. We skip the 'happy birthday song' part and went straight to cut the cake and order more food.. not to forget my milkshake.(Akashi-kun says there's no need 'childish ritual', while Murasakibara-kun had resisted his desire to eat the cake he made for the whole day… and he can't wait anymore.) And the cake vanish in a few minutes… I only ate a slice.
"Neh, Akashi~ this room is prepared by me and Midorima-chi~~ this is our gift, hope you like it~~"
Kise chirp in, as he pull Midorima along with him to wish Akashi personally.
"che. It… he just ask me to join in so I join."
"Oh, come on Midorima-chi~ don't be shy~"
"I'm not, and please let go of my arm!" Midorima shout, frustrated.
"Aka-chin…ma pesen a ths kate…(Aka-chin…my present is this cake.)" Murasakibara state as he continue chomping down the whole cake.
"Akashi~~ and this is a gift from me and Daiki~ I spent a lot time choosing the best one~" Momoi flash a box wrapped in gold, with red ribbons on top. "Crystal shogi set. Not anything fancy but anyway,..happy birthday again." Daiki add, as he yawn.
I watch beside, and start to feel uneasy… I'm the only one who forget his birthday , that's why I did not prepare anything…
After a while, I notice that the room had become quiet. They all look at me.
Momoi ran to my side and pull me, "Tetsu-kun! It's your turn~"
…
I make a 90 degree bow to Akashi. I don't feel like giving any excuses for this so I decided to apologize. "Tetsu-kun?" Momoi blink at my actions.
"Gomennasai, Akashi-kun. I am not aware that today is your birthday, so I did not prepare anything." I confessed sincerely, and make a quick glance at Akashi.
He is smiling like usual, but there seems to be… something like disappointment in his eyes for a moment. Maybe I have dust in my eyes. I must be imagining things.
" It's fine, Tetsuya… but…"
I look at Akashi , waiting for him to continue his sentence. But when I watch his expression closely, I can see a spark in his eyes, the disappointment before vanish completely… I know that might spell trouble for me.
"Can you promise me one thing?"
He smile at me, all the while maintaining the eye contact between us.
A cold shiver run down my spine, when I look into his red eyes… that could exert so much pressure on anyone just by doing eye contact.
I wonder if I should agree.
Which way of dying is better? Defying Akashi? Or being in danger of promising something unknown to Akashi… If my face is always blank… then I'm sure that it is as plain as a white sheet this moment.
"Mou~ Akashi~ What do you want Tetsu-kun to promise?" It seems that Momoi sense that too, and she cling on my arm even harder…Momoi, My arm is going to break…
"Don't worry, Momoi… I would not do anything bad to Tetsuya. He's one of my teammates. I just want Tetsuya to…"
There goes the intimidating pressure again.
"promise to accompany me tomorrow. Is it fine, Tetsuya?"
Not like I actually have a choice…
"Fine by me, Akashi-kun." I only reply with no expression.
So, I decided to accompany Akashi-kun one day tomorrow, since it's Saturday. Then, he insist on me going to his house first tomorow…
Flashback ends.
Back to the situation I'm in now
Akashi is still smiling as usual… but only I know that he is having a fun time and resist his urges to laugh. And I'm the reason.
"… Akashi, can I ask why must I accompany you with…this appearance?"
I try to ask politely. Akashi never do things that does not are not meaningful or challenging enough…
"Because I want."
… I'm utterly speechless.
So it's for his own laugh.
I feel humiliated in some way, as my eyes drift on the full length mirror in front of me.
in the mirror I could see the reflection of a person, with long straight sky-blue hair reach around the waist that curl at the end . pale skin complexion is high-lighted using some blush and powder while a faint natural pink paint on a pair of lips. Long eyelashes curl upwards, revealing a black curve outline the big aquamarine eyes with some additional glitter eye shadow. A beautiful white dress, decorate with frills and flower laces adorn to the small figure just fine like the outfit is specially made for this person. On the person's small feet, is a pair of white flats, cover with vintage design and a cyan rose at the center. And the final touch to this whole appearance is… a pair of powder blue cat ears, proudly crown over the sky-blue hair, and a long fur tail connected at the back of the white dress…
I look into my reflection.
which looks completely like a girl with cat traits.
And feel completely defeated.
"So… now that we finish, let's go."
… than, from the mirror I see Akashi pull me on my wrist to go out… I'm depress enough to not to care about that anymore…
Akashi lead me out of his house(which can classify as a mansion) and we drive to his choice of destination. I look outside the window, trying to focus on the view unless I am forced to talk. Fortunately, Akashi only keep silence in the whole journey and only ask a few simple questions… after a while, the car pulls into a parking spot and I seriously don't understand the reason I'm here.
"Akashi-kun?"
"Yes, Tetsuya?"
"… is this our destination of the day?"
He smile and get out of the car without replying me… I hesitate if I should follow him, but when I reach for the car door handle, someone open the door for me.
" My answer is yes. This is where we are spending our time today, Tetsuya."
But why?
I look at Akashi, confuse. Why would he want me to accompany him to such place?
But I'm not allow to think that much, as he extend his hand to me. This must be a day I hesitate the most. I guess he want me to take his hand? I take it and step down the car… and step into a colorful world that children adore.
Amusement park.
I am lying if I say that I'm not thrill about this. I never enter an amusement park before, and the idea of trying the rides really interest me… However, as excited as I am, I still feel cautious towards Akashi's intention of bringing me here. Especially when the place is new to me. It's not my usual territory, not my safe-zone… The whole place is crowded with different peoples… although I notice that somehow… most people walk in two and hold hands together…
"Tetsuya, any rides you want to try first?"
I blink at Akashi's question. I never thought of that actually…
"Basically nothing special."
"Then I'll take that as a yes for me to take the lead. Is that fine by you, Tetsuya?"
Not that I mind much…I nod, and walk beside him…
Warmth, connect my hand with a tight grip. Surprised, I look at my right hand that is hold tightly by a hand that is a little bigger than mine. My eyebrow narrowed by a few inch, looking at Akashi for explanation. He gave me his trademark smile, and hold my hand like it's the most natural thing to do. "It's crowded here. Better not separate."
Logical and understandable…
But I still do not think that we need to hold hands… of course, I just question it in my brain, since this actually does not affect me. Moreover there's no point reasoning this with Akashi anyway.
We went for many rides ranging from roller-coaster, revenge of the pirate, skyscraper…to spinning teacups and marry-go-round. My heart flutters when we went from one ride to another. I never thought these rides could offer such light-hearted amusement that make me feel a little lighter, happier. I momentary forget the fact that I'm dressing like a girl with cat ears and tail and the person beside me is… Akashi. And we are holding hands….it's definitely better not thinking 'bout that.
My eyes drift around, seeking for the next ride that I haven't tried… Until I heard a soft chuckle.
Akashi is letting out a soft chuckle.
My mind stop thinking and stare blankly at this rare scene. For a moment I think that meteorites will come crashing down any moment…
"You are indeed interesting, Tetsuya."
Akashi look at me, his gaze soften for a second… this is rare too… My thoughts went to the other GOM, thinking hoe they will react if they see this too. I guess they'll be worse than me. Like… Screaming that it's the end of the world?
"You are staring a little too long on my face, Tetsuya. Is there anything?" Akashi pat my head and ruffle my fake cat ears, smiling. But now, his smile seem more natural, unlike his usual polite smile or smirks.
"…I was just a little surprise."
I reply, showing no sign of my emotion…only to other people opinion. Akashi see through everything anyway.
"Akashi-kun say I am interesting in a sudden, and you smile."
He blink, look a little stunned, before the smile crept back on his face.
"Well, Tetsuya… do you realize that, halfway through our rides you became the one who is leading…and you are holding my hand really tight."
Ah.
I immediately let go his hand, only to found Akashi holding my hand back, if not, tighter, like I would slip away from his side easily…"I never say I don't like it." He took my hand up and plant a small kiss, much to my shock.
"And I'm happy that you enjoy. So I smile."
His eyes burn into mine, like he knew everything…
Even something I don't know.
Like something that clench my heart at the sight of him smile so soft in front of me…
I did not show anything on my face, but there is a small storm turning 360 degree inside me… right.
"what's … the next ride?"
If I don't understand, I can always think about it later.
"what about…" Akashi point down to a crowded attraction, "That?"
My eyes follow the direction he point, my eyes twitch a little at the sight of a black mansion-like old building that looks broken and…haunted. Of course, there is a haunted house in amusement park too.
I nod.
Good that I'm not Aomine-kun now…
(Aomine: "Ha-choo! Why the hell my nose irritates me all of a sudden…)
Finally… I finish (half of) this~~~~
SO…ok. This is going to be a two-shot… not going to be longer than that… this was supposed to be a one-shot but since I'm already late for this gift… I figure that I should just give half of it now~ So, oka-chan, I hope you like this~~~~ v