I have never been so challenged in all my life.
The basketball club of Teiko is just amazing! Never have I felt this intense rush even in my whole teenage life!
When I went along with Aominecchi to the gym where they were holding their practice, I felt the intense aura of love and passion that the players had for basketball. There was just something in their eyes. Something that told me that this is their territory, this is their zone, this is their life. Everyone, good or bad at playing, was doing their very best to do well at the practice. Something in their eyes made me feel a bit jealous since I didn't have that type of passion they had. A type that kept on going no matter what. All of them smelled of sheer determination of getting into the club.
I probably got so caught up looking at the people around me, that I failed to notice that Aominecchi was already shouting at my ear trying to catch my attention. I shrugged my head off trying to awaken from the amazing sight.
"HAH! Looks like you've lost it huh? Well that happens a lot here with the other members here too. Once they concentrate on something cool, they start to lose it." he grinned.
I felt myself blush a little. "I'm so so-sorry Aominecchi! Everyone just looks so into it and they are all amazing. I guess I'm just a little bit intimidated by you guys." I said.
"You don't have to be." he said. Patting my shoulder. "Most of the faithful aspirants here right now are real amateurs. But once they start playing a few times, you'll see it's not so hard to learn the sport and love it! I hope I can share this passion with you. I'd like you to try out Kise-kun!"
I seemed to have blush more intensely by what he said. OH GOD. He wants ME to JOIN HIM and SHARE HIS PASSION. THIS IS JUST TOO MUCH.
"Oh umm..." I couldn't think of what I'm about to say. I'm HELLA NERVOUS RIGHT NOW. "Aahm... I uh... Ccc-an.."
He removed his hand on my shoulder. There was still that lingering touch that made me feel like I just want his hand cemented on my shoulder forever and ever until the day I die.
"hehe! Kise-kun you're cute sometimes when you get flustered. I'm not trying to rush you into joining. But I hope you give it some thought. It'd be great if we were team mates! You have a lot of potential. I just know it!" Aomine said with a smile.
"Ahh yes, Aominecchi. I'll give it some serious thought!"
After watching a few practices, practicing basketball on my own and playing with the hot and sexy Aominecchi, I noticed that my body has been facing challenges in catching up with him. Whenever I played with Aominecchi, I seem to use all my energy up compared to when I played with other sports. He was fast, witty and had that cheerful look that he was enjoying every moment he played basketball. I was drawn to him more and more after a few days.
It wasn't only Aominecchi that was enjoyable to play with. But also the others who were trying out. Most were like me. Boys who are trying to find something they could be interested in and ending up falling in love with the sport they barely even knew of before.
And after 5 days, I find myself standing in the middle of the court, making a three pointer. A move I observed from one of my sempais during practice.
"Ok game over! Very good Kise-kun! I'm surprised that you were able to learn this fast without having a background in basketball!" the pink haired girl, Momoi Satsuki, the manager, said.
"Thank you Momoicchi!" I smiled at her. She was really nice and didn't seem to have that crazed fandom I would get from most girls in this school. I noticed she was more head over heels with the light blue-haired "not even noticeable" boy (who is also my "basketball senior"), Kuroko Tetsuya. Kurokocchi seemed to be the biggest weakling I have ever seen. But he had more experience, and just like Aomine, shared the same deep passion and love for basketball. Aominecchi and Kurokocchi are really close. So close I felt like I was getting really jealous. What if Kurokocchi likes Aominecchi and vice versa? OH MAN. NO NEGATIVE THOUGHTS PLEASE. And besides, I heard Kurokocchi has helped the team a lot being the phantom sixth man. Choosing Aomine as his light and him as his shadow. The teamwork they have is just spot on amazing.
Aominecchi was obviously already in the first string. He started playing on his first year when he entered middle school. He with the others, Midorimacchi, Kurokocchi, Akashicchi (Akashi Seijirou) and Murasakibacchi (Murasakibara). All of them are prodigies. Each of them have their own unique style. It would be insanely impossible for me to be in the first string since I just started at basketball. But I'm definitely gonna be try my best and be on the team.
I walked over the the nearest bench and sat. My panting was now at a normal rate and I can breathe properly. Even though we won this practice game, there was still trouble here and there. I was just so tired. But the feeling was good.
As I was reflecting on the moves I made during the try out game, I felt a shadow approaching me. I turned around and wanted to scream inside when I saw HIM.
"Hey Kise!" said Aominecchi. Lately he has been calling be without honorifics which is sooo totally fine because it would mean that we were somehow good friends by now right?
He was wearing a blue shirt. As blue as his gorgeous blue hair. Black shorts and wore black with red lining basketball shoes.
I scooted over to make room for him to sit. "Hi Aominecchi~ How was your practice?"
"Well, We Won! HAHA! I was teamed up with Kuroko, Akashi, Midorima and Murasakibara against the seniors. It's so fun playing against them because the scores nearly tied by 80-83! The sempais always give it their all even in the practice. Like this being their last year and all. They really are making their last year in middle school a year to remember."
I smiled at Aominecchi and lightly punched him in his arm. " Heh~ Seems like you really look up at the sempais. I could understand that cause' I do to. They really are idols. You guys as well..." I paused. I thought about how my situation was different from the rest of the people inside the gym. Like I only joined for the sake to be close to Aominecchi. Well, I did start to like basketball. And I'm starting to even love it. But these guys here have made it their life. What have I done with my life? Tossed every other sport to the side as if it was a toy that was worn out. Clearly, my life was pure boredom until... This i guess? I again came back to my senses and inhaled deeply. "I have to catch up with you guys so I can make the team as soon as possible!"
And as it was like a blink of an eye, Aominecchi put his right arm around me and nudged me lightly. He looked directly at me as I was to him. And then he said, "Look Kise, you don't need to catch up to us. All you need is to be yourself and believe in yourself a little more. I have a good feeling that you'll be on the team in no time. So be a little more confident yeah?"
I felt like I could die in his arms. I must have been blushing furiously because I could feel myself heating up. And what caused it more was the fact I could also feel Aominecchi's heat radiating through his clothes. He was warm and muscular. I could feel his muscles on my thin shirt. I wanted to hug him SO BAD. For a moment I didn't speak. I just looked at him longingly. I just thought of how it must be nice to cuddle with him in bed with his arms wrapped around me. How his thin lips would feel against my own. Would he give a sweet kiss or a really deep passionate one? Either way, both are erotic. I don't know why but he also kept looking at me. His fierce eyes were penetrating me. His gaze was even more intense than mine.
Oh God. He must think I'm weird for staring at him this long! Or maybe he found out I really like him more than friends. This will be the end. He's not gonna talk to me anymore. He'll ignore and hate me and-
"Kise, you really phase out a lot of times." he said. Hinting total seriousness in his voice.
I opened my mouth but no words came out as I was too scared to say anything at this point. So I just slowly nodded my head. Our faces were so close. And I could hear his breathing. I backed away a bit but then he moved his hand from shoulder and held my head. He leaned even closer. This time, towards my left ear.
And then he whispered. "Kise, meet me after this last try-out yeah? I'll wait for you after everyone has left."
He slowly moved back and smiled. He ruffled my hair and then he got up and jogged back to his best friend, Momoicchi.
I sat there dumbfounded. I couldn't comprehend what was happening. Too many thoughts spilled my head. Like what if he finds out? What if HE DID find out? Is he gonna beat me to death? What does he want from me after practice? My mouth was hanging open. The others seemed unfazed. They must have not seen what was going on between me and Aominecchi. Which was a good sign, but still.
It's either I'm gonna end up having Aominecchi forgive me OR I get beaten to death and he will never speak to me. EVER. AGAIN.
