Title: My Lucky Goddess

By: dreamerz06

Fandom: Katekyoushi Hitman Reborn!

Pairing: Yamamoto/Tsuna (8027)

Disclaimer: KHR! belongs Amano Akira

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"Ohayo! Tsuna, are you here to cheer for me?" asked Yamamoto with his usual cheerful grin. Today was the day for the final of the national baseball championship, a day much awaited by Yamamoto. As usual, Yamamoto had all the preparation ready to go into the field and kick-some-ass. And even his 'Lucky Goddess', Sawada Tsunayoshi, was here to cheer for him. Well, not exactly 'goddess' but what's the harm in it? There's no charm that works better than the sweet smile of his beloved Tsuna anyway.

It was exactly three months since the Mukuro incident. Yamamoto's wrist was healed and ready for this match. It's strange that a while back than, Yamamoto had really thought that he may never play in another baseball competition again. However, thanks of that incident, he got a confession from his beloved Tsuna and they were now a full-fledged, lovey-dovey couple. The call for both competing team was heard and Yamamoto entered the field with confidence and pride. It's the moment he had been anticipated ever since he started baseball.

"Good luck, Yamamoto! I'll be cheering at the crowd's stand!" Tsuna walked slowly towards the stand, with his sweet smile and left hand still waving non-stop at Yamamoto. From the field, Yamamoto easily spotted Tsuna, with his family including other members of the Vongola family, sitting at the front row cheering for him.

The competing team was Azumano High, last year's champion holder of the national championship. Once this team is defeated, the championship will be their's. Thus, the game was started with the first pitch for the match. Half an hour had passed as the game proceeded fiercely, with the score currently at 5 to 5. Both teams neither spare an inch nor show any sign of exhaustion. Even with the three homerun batted by Yamamoto, there's still no sign of clear leading in the competition.

It was finally the last inning, with Yamamoto as the last pitcher. If Yamamoto managed to strike out all the players, their team will beat Azumano by one point and emerge victory; if he fails, there's a high possibility that his team will lose. The pressure was on Yamamoto. Most players were unable to grasp Yamamoto's speed and technique and he successfully struck them out. Now, it's the final clash between the aces of both teams. Yamamoto versus Kobayakawa. The first pitch... Yamamoto threw a fastball against his opponent. Strike one! Kobayakawa still remained calm. Both were gauging each other's ability. The tension was rising. The second pitch... Yamamoto threw a fastball again. Strike two! The swing by Kobayakawa had barely missed the ball by just an inch. A close call.

Between the victory and defeat, this was the final moment. Yamamoto shifted his gaze towards the crowd and saw a worried-looking Tsuna which immediately smiled at Yamamoto when both eyes met. 'I can do it,' thought Yamamoto. He slowly positioned himself into the pitching stance. The third pitch... Kobayakawa's swing was earlier this time. The timing was perfect and the bat was just about to connect with the ball. Strike three! A miss... it was a curve ball this time! The game ended at the score of 8 to 7, with Yamamoto's team emerged as the winner for the match.

The cheers from the crowd were loud as both teams proceeded back towards the resting area. Yes, everyone was cheering except Tsuna. His face was pale as though he saw a ghost passed by. 'Please, let me be wrong...' Tsuna murmured in his heart repetitively as he was on his way to meet Yamamoto. "Yamamoto! Are you here?" asked Tsuna as he entered the changing-room. However, there was no sign of anyone there. Where had all of them been? No, it can't be... Tsuna flew out of the door and headed to another room one block away.

Indeed, there was a crowd around the room. "Excuse me, let me pass through," said Tsuna as he tried to slip pass the crowd. Upon reaching the door, he saw Yamamoto there lying on the bed while another person in white robe carefully examined his wrist. "Yamamoto! Are you alright? I saw you winced a little during the handshake and I thought... Doctor, how's Yamamoto's wrist? Is there any injury?" asked Tsuna, with sign of worry written all over his face.

"I still cannot confirm anything yet. There is sign of broken bones around the wrist but an x-ray is needed for further assessment," the doctor explained.

"Broken bones! I thought his wrist was healed a month ago? Shouldn't it be alright with just a few pitches, didn't you say so during the practice match?" replied Tsuna with hint of anger in his voice, as he was unable to keep his composure.

"I think the last pitch of the game did it. Since I had clearly warned you, Yamamoto, against throwing curve ball in the game!" replied the doctor.

"Everyone please give way! The ambulance has arrived..." the doctor instructed. She quickly followed Yamamoto into the ambulance, leaving Tsuna back with the crowd. It was impossible for Tsuna to accompany along as only one passenger was allowed into the ambulance.

The Mukuro incident appeared vividly in Tsuna's mind again. 'If only...if only that had not happen, Yamamoto will be celebrating his victory in his family owned sushi shop with everyone now. Nothing has changed since that incident; Yamamoto was injured again because of my fault. What's family when I cannot even protect the one person I love,' thought Tsuna. Tears began flowing down from his hazel eyes. As Tsuna left the room, he recalled a statement Gokudera once made, 'Tenth, are you sure it's alright with bringing Yamamoto into the family? This means giving up baseball for that baseball freak. I'm sure he can't do that! I alone am more than enough to be your right hand, Tenth!' Holding the position of Vongola's next boss, Tsuna realised what he must do, as will and determination reflected on his teary face.

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It had been three weeks since the baseball incident. Yamamoto was finally allowed to discharge from the hospital. Fortunately, the wrist was not heavily injured and the doctor gave Yamamoto a three month restriction from baseball this time. However, the one matter always on Yamamoto's mind was the fact that Tsuna did not visit him even once during his entire stay in the hospital. 'I wonder if he's sick as well?' thought Yamamoto. 'I guess I might as well visit him today and give him a big surprise,' added Yamamoto as he snickered.

Coincidently, Tsuna was just back from his grocery shopping. Yamamoto approached quickly with a cheerful grin on his face. "Yo Tsuna! Missed me? I really do." asked Yamamoto. Tsuna had not expected this encounter and replied a "We're over!" before dashing full speed into his house. However, Yamamoto was even quicker in blocking the door from being shut. "What's wrong Tsuna, did you not want to see me?" asked Yamamoto, who was still somewhat surprised by Tsuna's unusual reaction. Tsuna remained silent but eventually led Yamamoto to his room for a talk. 'It was about time to end this,' thought Tsuna.

"Are you mad at me for throwing a curve ball during the last game? I'm alright now, look! Even the doctor said my wrist will fully recover as long as I stop play baseball for three months. Really, sometimes you worry too much Tsuna!"

"It's alright this time, but what about the next time? What's the crap about 'Lucky Goddess', I'm more like a 'Shinigami', which will gradually lead you to your death!"

"This is ridiculous. Why would you lead me to my death?"

"Because I'm Vongola's next boss! If you are with me, you'll eventually have to give up baseball. How can I ask you for that, especially when baseball is your life! Besides, even by staying near me, you are constantly exposed to danger! It might be okay this time, but... but..." Tsuna was already on the verge of tears, but still strongly held back. 'I must do this,' Tsuna reminded himself again.

"But if you're seriously injured or even killed the next time...I don't ever want that to happen! If things will progress like this, we might as well end our relationship now and I'll stay far away from you from now on."

"Now, now, calm down Tsuna. Remember what I told you when you confessed to me? Nothing is more important in this world than you, Tsuna. If I must give up baseball, so be it. And no matter what happens, I won't ever die before you. I'll become stronger, enough to protect everything that's important to you. This is because, Tsuna, I never want to see your sad face again. I love you Tsuna." Yamamoto leaned over and gave Tsuna a light kiss.

"Yamamoto...*hic*...I...*hic*...I love you too!...*hic*..."

End

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dreamerz06 note:

Oh, I loved this pairing so much!! Tsuna is a weak little herbivor while Yamamoto is a baka who's never realise anything . But what happens when you put them together??? Major fluffiness!!!

This is my first ever written fanfiction, so reviews are much appreciated. I'm looking for a beta for my fanfic (which is more likely to focus on this pairing for KHR! in the future). I'm also thinking of changing this to an ongoing compilation of oneshots. Any ideas???