NEW STORY,
Also, people seemed to have misunderstood what I was talking about when I brought up 'taking a break' from my other story. I meant from the time line, weekly updates will still come as promised. I meant when it was completed I would be writing on a different time line aka something like this :D
The inspiration for this fic comes from Baseball Girl. An amazing fic you can find on here and Archive of Our Own. I insist you check it out.
Tell me what you think and lemme know!
I will only continue this if people enjoy it.
New Beginnings
Chapter 1
The amazing first baseman that can stop anything that thrown at her unless it's three feet over her head. Well of course that caught Rei's attention. Not only that, but you had a damn near perfect batting average. After the Seido 3rd years had graduated, the team was definitely struggling. Not only that, but Rei could sense the awkward tension between the players and the new coach that was hired.
"Alrighty [Your name]! Keep those eyes on the ball!"
Rei sat at the edge of her seat. It was so rare to see a girl at your age so interested in baseball. Most girls got redirected to softball way before now.
"Strike!"
"No worries! Wasn't yours girl!"
Why had Rei, scout for the amazing, all boys, Seido team, come to scout your game out? Perhaps she was enticed by the town talk. She was originally in town to scope out a pitcher's abilities. A southpaw with ambitious power and a rather large arsenal.
After her disappointment in seeing the rather over hyped pitcher, she'd heard talk of a finals game that was happening today. Your name had been thrown around, much praise tacked along with it.
Rei was snapped out of her reverie when she heard the unmistakable ting of the bat meeting the pitch.
"Yea!"
"Go [your name]!"
Rei couldn't stop the smirk that spread across her lips. Oh yes, she would have you on the team, you would spice things up for sure.
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Your father stood in front of you, small smile on his face as he handed you your suitcase.
"I'm never too far dad… Just call me if you need anything."
"You worry too much, go kick butt, like always."
It hadn't been this easy convincing him to let you go at the beginning. Your father had raised you on his own since you were six. When Rei had mentioned Seido's all boys team, your father had damn near blown a gasket. It had taken a lot of convincing, on both yours and Rei's part. The mention of a full high school scholarship is most probably the largest reason he was letting you go.
"Oh, and [your name]? If anything happens, don't hesitate to call me."
His smile said angel, but the rest of his posture and expression read murderous intention all over.
"Course dad! I'll call as soon as I'm settled. Love ya." You called as you boarded the train.
You found a seat after putting your luggage away, sitting and putting your ear phones in to listen to music throughout the trip. Catching your reflection in your phone's screen, you proceeded to play with your fresh haircut.
The once long and curly brunette locks were cut to just above your shoulders. You missed the length, but it definitely wasn't practical what with your new role. Opening your phone case gave you your new Seido ID card. Aki Daisuke, that was your name starting today. The name you were to share with all the boys you'd be living with starting tonight.
The thought had your heart beating a mile a minute. Rei had told you she'd be there to help you in any way she could, she had even managed to secure you a singles room, something that was almost impossible to get.
You hugged your loose sweater closer to your body. The tight wrapping around your chest area reminded you of the feminine mystique you were going to have to hide once you stepped foot onto Seido's grounds.
You can do this girl… You get to play Baseball with some of the best. Not to mention the competition! You can do this!
With that, excitement outweighed your anxieties.
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The train pulled up at your stop, opening the doors to reveal the new world you were stepping into. You were definitely excited, but those anxieties were definitely started to set in again. Your phone started to ring, causing you to juggle your bags before pressing the answer button and putting the phone to your ear.
"Hello?"
"Why didn't you tell me?!" Came a loud and demanded voice, causing you wince.
"I didn't have the time?" You tried, smiling meekly even though you know they couldn't see it.
"And you're going to Seido no less! Why no Inashiro [your name]?!"
You had to chuckle at your childhood friend's tone.
"I'm sorry Mei, I didn't really have much of a choice."
"That's the second star player I've lost to Seido you know! What is it with you guys!?"
"Second?" You asked while raising a brow.
"Stupid Kazuya and his stupid—gah!" Mei grumbled.
"[Your name]!" You saw Rei waving you down from a distance.
"Ah, I gotta go Mei, I'll call you when I settle down for sure!"
"What? [your name]-"
You hung up the phone, silently apologizing before meeting up with Rei.
"Hello Rei." You greeted with a smile.
"Hello Aki."
"Already?" You asked making a face, causing Rei to chuckle.
"On the way to Seido, I don't mind calling you by name, but you really must be careful that your secret doesn't get out. I want you to teach those boy how to play baseball again." Rei stated with a small wink.
"Us girls gotta do everything." You sighed dramatically, causing Rei to chuckle once again.
On the ride towards the dorms, Rei told you of the Seido training regiments and courses. They sounded pretty interesting, and yet, you still zoned in and out of focus as you thought of what was about to happen.
You were about to start at a new high school. Seido high school, the school that most of the guys on your team strived to attend. You could just remember their faces when they heard of your attending. You chuckled bemusedly, grabbing Rei's attention.
"You seem rather excited."
"And a bit nervous. This… Is new, but it's exciting as well." You stated, beautiful hazel eyes still trailing on the scenery outside the window.
"Well, we're here."
Your eyes lit up at the large sign that broadcasted Seido's name and glory. As soon as you opened the car door, you could hear the telltale sounds of bats hitting balls, the sounds of plays being shouted and executed. Your excitement had nothing to do but grow, so as soon as Rei popped the trunk, you were pulling you small suitcase out of the back of the car.
"Shall we tour?" Rei asked.
"Yes!" you exclaimed.
After Rei showed you your tiny room, and you had changed into Seido's practice uniform, the scout took you down to the grounds. You had your equipment with you, ready to start practicing right along with the many boys in front of you.
A laugh that sounded much like a hyena drew your attention, causing you to look towards the first field. The laugh in question belonged to the shortstop who was pulling off plays as if he was born to play baseball and baseball alone.
Amazing…
The small second baseman moved in time with the shortstop, covering him when needed and the second base when ready to execute double plays.
"Aki, this is coach Kataoka."
Your attention turned right back towards Rei, who had a look mixed between endearment and a scold. You smiled sheepishly before putting your hand out to shake the coach's.
"Aki Daisuke. Nice to meet you."
"Likewise." Kataoka stated before turning to look out onto the field. "What position do you play?"
You had a suspicion he already knew everything there was to know about you, because otherwise, how would you be here, but you answered anyways.
"First baseman, or fielder." You answer, your attention back on the field.
You watched as an energetic pitcher screamed about balls flying before throwing his leg in the air to pitch. Your eyes grew in amazement as his arm flung forward. From where you stood, behind the backstop fence, you could see things much as the catcher squatting down could see them. The boy's arm wasn't visible until the very end, and if that's what you were focusing on, you'd miss the ball for sure.
Amazing! I wanna play!
Kataoka had a small smirk playing on his lips as he felt the energy surging from within you.
"You start tomorrow morning. Five AM sharp. Do not be late Daisuke."
You turned towards the coach, deflating somewhat from the lack of play until tomorrow, but made sure to smile none the less.
"See you bright and early tomorrow!" You called before turning back to the field.
"Alright! That's it! Running and then showers!" Kataoka called, drawing all eyes in your direction.
You shifted slightly before the team began to run, a certain catcher throwing his equipment to the side before running to lead the pack.
You stretched your arms above your head, groaning slightly before turning towards Rei.
"Thank you so much for the opportunity." You said as the two of you made your way back towards the dorms.
"Just don't disappoint Aki." Rei said as she handed you your key. "Good evening."
You chuckled nervously as she walked away before turning towards your door. You pulled it open before letting it close behind you and locking it. The room was plain but it was homely. There were two bunks, but Rei had promised you that only one tenant had their name to this room.
You opened your phone and sent Mei a quick text.
'Call you in a sec, just gotta call Dad real quick, you know how he can be.' You sent before opening your dad's contact.
"[Your name]?"
"Yea dad, you sound winded, everything alright?" You asked as you changed out of your practice uniform and into more comfortable clothes.
Of course, everything you had packed was unisex. This meant that everything was pretty much baggy, and yet super comfortable.
"I'm fine. The neighbors are over for dinner, you know how they can get."
You giggled at your father's implied tone.
"Say hi for me."
"[Your name] says hi." You heard him say before a chorus of greetings were sent your way.
"Man, I'm gonna miss barbeques with the neighbors, eat like a king for me!" You stated.
"Always." Your father stated happily. "So, you're all settled?"
"Yup, all is well. I'm gonna let you go so you can enjoy dinner."
"Alright, be safe, I'm here if you need me!"
"I know dad." You stated with a sigh, though a smile played on your lips. "I Love ya."
"Love you too!"
You ended the phone call before flopping onto the bottom bunk and leaning your phone on the post. You opened up Facetime before hitting Mei's contact.
"What the hell [your name]?!" Mei's face popped up, rage clearly visible.
"Hi to you too Mei." You said while giggling.
"You said you'd call when you settled in!"
"You're worse than my dad." You stated while continuing to giggle.
"What do you expect, my little sister just got herself mixed up in an all boys baseball team!" Mei declared.
The two were not related by blood what so ever, but had grown up so close that most would mistake them for siblings, even with the very different appearance between brunette with hazel eyes and blondie with baby blue eyes.
"It's only by six months!" You declared.
"Still!" Mei huffed.
"I'm alive." You stated while raising a brow.
"For now."
"You make Seido sound like a horror film."
"Wait til you meet Kazuya." Mei stated with a pout.
You roll your eyes before you get up to grab your headphones.
"Where you going?" Mei questioned.
"Sorry mom, I saw a drink machine on the way in, is it ok if I go buy one?" You asked whole raising a brow.
"Oh haha." Mei scoffed before rolling his eyes.
You opened your dorm room door, ear phones in as you made your way down the steps and to the vending machine.
"I'm serious [your name]." Mei stated.
"About?"
"Kazuya. He's the devil in disguise."
"Oh my god Mei. It's literally Kazuya this Kazuya that, get over it." You stated before sighing dramatically.
"Well… That's hardly fair, you seem to know me rather well and I haven't even heard your name."
You tensed before turning on your heel to see a brunet with a towel around his shoulders, catching the stray water that dripped from his hair. His glasses framed his caramel eyes that were undoubtedly dancing with amusement.
You could hear something from Mei's end that sounded distinctly like a facepalm before you smiled meekly.
"Uh, call you later." You murmured before hitting the 'end call' button.