AN: Since I have nothing else to do, and waves of ideas flowed. I decided to update the first chapter today~ I just hope that school won't be bitchy enough to slow my pace of updating. I might update this weekly or so, IDK. Anyways, I hope you guys tune in- I'm planning to end this fic with five chapters at least.
Disclaimer: If it happens, Tecchan will be the bride of many. /shot
Chapter 2: Uh-Oh
Sizzling noises were heard in the quiet halls of the Kuroko mansion. There was a scent of fried eggs and the savory smell of buttered toast. The kitchen seemed empty— But looking at it closely, a lithe figure stood in front of the stove who seem to be making the source of smell. The glory of the morning sunlight touched his teal colored locks while his basked pale skin looked as if it was shining, he had a pair of alluring cerulean eyes that was glistening indicating that he was enjoying himself.
He lowered the fire and reached for the little salt bottle as sprinkled a tad bit on the red of the egg. Nodding to himself, he turned the stove off and walked towards the counter to put the egg on the plate. He slowly tilted the pan and scooped the piece with a spatula. Carefully he transferred the food onto his plate, but his concentration was disturbed that almost lost his grip on the things he was holding when the large kitchen door suddenly opens with a loud bang.
"TETSU-BOCCHAN!" shouted a pink-haired beauty who frantically looked for her object of affection. She was wearing a long black dress with white frills and a long apron tied on her slender curves matching it with a frilly headdress that clearly shows she is a servant of the manor.
"Good morning Momoi-san." responded the boy in a meek manner slightly bowing his head
"Mou! How many times do I have to tell you to leave these things to the maids!" scolded the pinkette as she takes the utensils the boy was holding and continued the action.
"It's not such a hard task anyway. And I like cooking." He retorts with a pout
"But, your father forbids you to do these things. We might get scolded if he knew of this."
The bluenette pauses for a while and frowns.
"I'm sorry." he quaked, guilt clearly shown on his face
Momoi only smiled before placing her hands on her hips
"Don't make such a face. It's okay~ Now sit down while I get you some milk."
The bluenette complied but his cute pout remained. His head was lowered and he stared at the table as if it were the most interesting thing in the world. When his personal maid arrived holding a pitcher of milk and a glass, she sighed and placed the glass on Kuroko's left side and poured the creamy liquid until the glass was almost full.
"If ever you want to cook, tell me and I'll help you okay?" she whispers before winking
The bluenette's lips formed a small curve and his face brightened. He nods enthusiastically at the maid before murmuring thanks.
After eating breakfast, Kuroko went up to his room and took a warm bath. He took of his clothes and went inside his grand bathroom. It had beige walls and a marble sink with white cabinets that had gold rims. He dipped his body in bathtub, the bluenette sighed on the pleasure of the water warming his pale skin. After his warm bath, he went in his walk-in-wardrobe clad in a light blue bathrobe choosing his clothes for the day. He changed into a white long sleeved sweater that had blue stripes, on the bottom he was wearing a plain khaki colored slacks and a pair of white flats.
As he walked out of his room, he went down the staircase and head towards his own library. He passed by a few servants greeting each with a court bow. Arriving in his own sanctuary of books, he walked towards a shelf and grabbed a book or two, he sat in his usual spot and started reading the pages.
This was the usual everyday life of Kuroko Tetsuya. He ws the only child of the CEO of Seirin Co., a huge group who owns many hotels and five star restaurants internationally. Since he was a child, he had always been physically weak and tend to get sick often; Because of this, his father is over-protective of him. He never went to school and only had home tutors. His father also gave him several personal maids, most of them are overly obedient of the head of the household, so his actions are often limited and restrained. Thank god that his father hired Momoi Satsuki, she was smitten by the bluenette at first sight, and is probably Kuroko's stand-in mother, she is protective, yes, but she also gives the bluenette freedom and sometimes over-look Kuroko's mischiefs.
There were times when Kuroko would sneak out of the mansion only to be followed by bodyguards and sent home for his father's scolding. But as he grew up, he knew that it was futile knowing that his father always finds a way. Since then, whenever he leaves the manor, he was escorted by bodyguards.
The book that Kuroko was reading was coming to an end. After he finished, he closed the book and searched for the sequel. He frowned when he noticed he was missing a chapter. Oh, the horror of cliff-hangers! He didn't want to trouble his father nor his servants to search for one, so he decided to have a quick stop in the public library. Then again—He hates unwanted attention and will probably be, again, the center of stares when people see men clad in black suits following him like baby chicks. Grabbing his phone and library I.D., he bit his lip and made a conclusion to sneak out of the mansion. Good thing he practiced an ability to lessen his presence called Misdirection over the years.
Kuroko's POV
My heart is still beating violently after I managed to sneak out of the house. I felt smug and smiled contentedly at myself for succeeding. I exhaled quite loudly before deciding to walk towards my destination.
Is it just me or I feel like there's someone staring at me?
I turned my head only to see nothing but the road and a few parked cars. I shrugged and continued to walk.
Finally, I reached onto my destination. As I entered, I took my library I.D. out and swiped it for access. I hurriedly walked from isle to isle in search of the sequel. When I finally arrived at the right selection of books, my eyes sparkled for I saw what I needed. Unfortunately, it was too high for me to reach. I tiptoed and stretched my arm to the limit only to fail. I tried once again, this time-
"Is this the one you needed?" asks a tall guy as he reaches for the book and hands it to me
Standing up straight, I scrutinized the man before me.
I felt a pang of envy because he was really tall, and strong looking. He had dark red hair and had weird—err, unique eyebrows, he was wearing a plain black v-neck and from the looks of his body, he really works out. I brushed my thoughts aside and nodded before saying thanks. He only gave a court reply, but the next word was uncalled for
"No problem, shorty."
Shorty?
I felt a vein pop but my face remained emotionless, I saw a book lying on the floor and I felt like I wanted revenge despite him helping me. I kicked it towards his foot causing him to almost trip. Drat.
"Oh, I'm sorry about that." I deadpanned
"WHAT THE HELL WAS THAT FOR?!" he roared
Hmm... Seems like he's got quite the short temper. How amusing. I chuckled inwardly, unfortunately, my mischief didn't last.
"Ara? Tetsu-bocchan?"
I froze upon hearing the voice, I peeked a little and saw a bundle of pink behind the fuming red-head
"Momoi-san." I breathed
"What are you doing here? And why are you with Kaga-kun?"
"Kaga-kun?"
"Ah, this is my friend from college, Kagami Taiga-kun. Kaga-kun, this is the one I told you about, Kuroko Tetsuya."
"Nice to meet you Kagami-kun." I bowed feeling a bit awkward after what I did
He gave a loud sigh and scratched the back of his head
"So you're the one of the famous Kuroko," he comments "And, yeah nice to meet you, Bocchan." He snickers
I could feel my eyebrows slightly fringing before returning to my usual poker-face. I was about to walk ahead and borrow the book but I was stopped when I felt a hand on my shoulder.
"Tetsu-bocchan, I believe you haven't answered my question. I don't see those annoying guys with you, did you sneak out again, hm~?" asks Momoi-san in a sickeningly sweet voice. Seriously, you wouldn't want to anger her, she's turns into some Ice Queen or like the Witch of the Waste*.
I could see Kagami-kun slowly retracting before fleeing outside the library, I guess he doesn't get to see this often.
Unable to feel my voice coming out, I only nodded meekly, my head lowered once again and began biting my lower lip. I guess it became a hobby when I feel uncomfortable.
"Give me the book and wait outside, I'll be the one punching it out for you; And I'll be the one to accompany you home."
I whipped my head to look at her, my eyes widening in disbelief. Ahhh, I really love Momoi-san, she's like a big sister. I smiled back at her and nodded before hugging her, I mumbled a "Thank you." and practically skipped my way out. I can't help it! I was really happy.
By the time I was outside, I leaned my body on of the pillars and smiled to myself. I really am grateful to Momoi-san, I hope I can repay her kindness someday.
Since it was Sunday morning, it was peaceful and only a few people can be seen either strolling or jogging. In this place's case, it was silent, there was no other people besides me and the others inside. I felt the morning breeze hit my cheeks and listened to the birds chirping their morning song—Now that you mention it, where did Kagami-kun run off to?
My train of thoughts was suddenly interrupted when I felt a cloth covering my nose and mouth, it had a weird smell so I tried struggling. It was futile when I felt big hands grasping my seemingly tiny ones and was tied onto my back, I felt the corner of eyes watering and my eyesight beginning to get blurry. I tried shouting but the firm hold of the cloth remained thus only producing a muffle. I felt helpless as my strength began to fade, for a moment I saw colorful men but the next thing was a big blur.
*The Witch of the Waste: a character from a book titled Howl's Moving Castle which was later on adapted to an Anime movie under Ghibli Studios.
This turned out to be short. Meh. Anyways I hope you guys enjoyed.
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