Hyoutei's First Date
By: NarutoandBleach
When Ryoma gets word that the Hyoutei Captain has become obsessed with him, everyone knows that something is up and Ryoma is keeping secrets from his friends. Are they really dating each other or is this simply a plan to bring two rivals together as one?
Disclaimer: The original manga, Tennis no Oujidama, is the work of Konomi Takeshi. Characters and settings have been adapted without authorization or approval, and I am making no profit from their use.
I am writing this fanfiction that is inspired by Psiten's story entitled The Rules Saga because we are going to be using creativity in order to make this a good story. I expect some positive reviews since it's been 4 years after writing a novel. I am back now to finish what I started.
[The Rumors]
With all of the schools getting wind of Atobe and Ryoma together, even Seigaku and Fudomine started making preparations for these two lovebirds since they had no idea that the kid was becoming so infatuated with a popular student from Hyoutei. Even academy feels that this whole thing was a hoax, but it turns out that this was no laughing matter as yuuta and Mizuki started making phone calls to everyone else regarding the love scheme. Furthermore, Yukimura cancelled practice for the rest of the day in order to get front row seats for this theatrical performance while Kippei and his teammates rushed towards the control room to get a better understanding of the situation unfolding since they have never seen anything like this happening here in Japan. Meanwhile, Fuji was watching with interest while talking with his brother since he was certain that Ryoma will succeed on his quest for love.
Elsewhere, Sengoku and Minami had just left the cinema when they got a call from their coach on the phone. Once they hear about the love affair between Ryoma and Atobe, they immediately rushed back to school in order to prepare gifts and cards for those two love birds since this could be the wedding of the century.
"Atobe and Ryoma are dating? Is this some kind of a joke?" asked Minami.
"No joke, I just saw them last night sleeping together. Lucky Echizen! This is his time to shine. I knew he had the guts to date Atobe so ia m excited to see how this turns out." said an excited Sengoku.
"Seriously, you are supporting that kid? What is wrong with you?" said Minami indignantly.
"I like to see how their relationship will turn out." laughed Sengoku.As the guys from Yamabuki continued walking on the streets, they are met with Tachibana and Kamio from Fudomine since they read the newspaper already.
"Can you believe this!? Ryoma is really falling for Atobe? How is that even possible?" said Kamio.
"Yeah I know! Atobe is 3 years his senior since he is fourteen. Ryoma is far too young for him." added Tachibana.
"But Atobe has already made up his mind and will not rest until he makes the date official with that brat." added Minami.
"Okay, I am going to call up Oishi because I think he can explain this." said Tachibana as he took out his phone.
Back at Seigaku, the regulars were just about ready to head home when Oishi's phone rang, it was Tachibana. As he picked it up, he answered, "Hello, Oishi here."
"Oishi, hey its Kippei from Fudomine. Listen, I know this is a bad time for me to tell you this, but I think Ryoma is falling in love with Atobe and they are entangled in a serious relationship together." said Kippei.
"Excuse me? are you telling me that Atobe is dating our Ryoma? That can't be right! Ryoma cannot be his type." added Oishi. Not wanting to act so nervous, he realized that the rumors are spreading like wildfire and there was no time to hide it now because the lovebirds have already made their date official.
"It's true, Sengoku and minami got word of this and they have seen the two lovebirds sleeping together in bed." continued Tachibana.
"Are you serious? My god! Looks like Atobe has lost his mind. But I think we can talk to Ryoma about this soon since he owes us a lot of explanations." smiled Oishi.
"This is not a joke. Do your best to get him to tell the truth." finished Tachibana as he hung up the phone.
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Somewhere in the amusement park...
"Atobe, why did you suddenly have an interest in me? In other words, what do you see in me?" asked Ryoma.
"I beg your pardon? A king has to spend time with a little pipsqueak like you! What kind of question was that? You don't want to be all by yourself, do you? This is my way of showing you my destiny of being together with you, no matter how long that takes. And I am sure when that day comes, you and I will be a perfect couple. The only reason why I am interested in you is because there is something about you that made me attracted to you. I love you dearly." Grinned Atobe.
"Seriously, we are not a couple! I came here to have a good time and plus, what makes you so sure that I will be yours?" grumbled Ryoma.
"See! I knew you were in denial! You are too young to understand what true love means! No wonder you haven't showed any feelings towards Sakuno Ryuzaki when she gave you some foods to try out."
"What does Sakuno have to do with any of this? I told you, I never would reject her favorite foods that she makes because that annoying brat Kin-chan always steals it from me without permission. Speaking of foods, I am getting kind of hungry. What are we going to eat for lunch?" Atobe could see that the taste of food wants Ryoma to feel more energized about the date.
"Sure, anything for you! How about something that will make your body strong like say, Korean food?"
"Whatever works for both of us as long as there are soups involved, I will eat just about anything to stay healthy and strong. Just to make sure that I have enough to cover for the tab and—"
"Kid, I got this, ore-sama will treat you to the finest foods here in the amusement park. So hold your money!" Ryoma was surprised that his date was acting like a true gentleman. But really, how rich is this guy? Does he spend money on just about everything that he needs to keep himself occupied? But still though, the kid was lucky to even spend time with this rich douche or else Fuji would have set up a matchmaking deal with his brother Yuuta.
Elsewhere, Mizuki and Yanagisawa are watching this all unfold at the amusement park since it was their day off as well. Once arriving they are shocked to see Echizen and Atobe together having lunch.
"Look at that, Mizuki-sempai! That conceited brat is dating a loud-mouthed prick from Hyoutei. Can you imagine them being a couple?" chided Yanagisawa.
Mizuki was twirling his hair wondering how the rich king of Hyoutei Academy became obsessed with a kid from Seigaku? This just doesn't add up.
"Duck boy, I don't see them as a couple, but I do believe that they are actually dating each other. Wait a minute! Don't tell me that atobe has a thing for Echizen? My god! Yuuta and Atsushi are going to have a field day with what I am about to tell them. I wonder if I should inform the guys at Seigaku about this?"
"I think they already know about this, especially Kikumaru and Inui. They have this all recorded on video. Furthermore, I think it's best if we tell Yuuta about it. He could very well flip once he hears about Echizen dating Atobe. I also wonder if his brother Fuji Syusuke could have instigated the whole thing himself or Atobe has gone completely insane."
"Nah, I don't think Syusuke would be that kind of guy to do that to ryoma. Sure, we may not have defeated him in a tennis match during the nationals or the Kanto tournament. But I don't think Syusuke would have travelled all the way to Hyoutei academy just to see Atobe and set this little charade up." Replied Mizuki.
As the two continued to spy on Atobe and Echizen, it seems that they have moved on towards roller coasters after the lunch since the miso soup and the BBQ pork meat seems to have boosted Echizen's morale. Elsewhere, Momo, Oishi, and the two doubles partners Choutaro and Shishido watched from within the park's control room in order to get a better understanding of what exactly those two lovebirds are really doing here in the park. Although all seems to be normal as Atobe and Ryoma are doing the rides and playing arcade games. In other words, both of them seem to be having a great time together as friends. As nightfall came, Atobe and Ryoma feels that their fun is only just beginning.
"Looks like Yuuta should definitely see this in person himself. He will flip for sure." replied Yanagisawa as he headed home for his studies.
Back at the hideout, everyone was a bit silent at what just unfolded in front of them.
"What the hell just happened out there?" asked Momo
"Atobe showed his affections towards Ryoma and he is still not interested in the date." added Oishi.
"Yeah, but the question is, when did our captain have a thing for Echizen Ryoma? I think he really has issues that none of us can figure out." Implied Shishido.
"Shishido-san! Our captain loves Ryoma and wants to keep him safe, but it makes it strange that he has to take him places. That impertinent brat seems to be pretty lucky so far flirting with that lunatic. Unfortuantely, our captain just can't seem to leave Echizen alone because he feels that the kid is very important to him. Say, do you think Atobe has forgotten about us?"
"No way! Atobe would never leave us for that brat! After all, if that kid thinks he can steal our captain away from us, he has another thing coming!" boomed Shishido.
"Shishido, I think it's actually Atobe that took interest in Echizen because he feels that playing tennis all day with the Hyoutei club members wouldn't work in his favor. After all, if my data is correct, there is a 75 percent chance that he might take Echizen bowling next and there is a possibility that he might get you guys involved on the date as well." Replied Inui with an evil grin.
"Just what exactly are you insinuating?" asked Shishido.
"I mean before he left for the amusement park with Echizen, he gave me these tickets to a bowling alley. He wanted you guys to join him and the kid on the date starting next weekend. I do believe he is proposing a challenge for you guys to see if you would both be interested. Therefore he wanted me to give the tickets to you."
Shishido and Choutaro looked at each other for a moment and were a bit confused, "Wait, so you are saying he wants us to hang out with that lunatic and that pipsqueak? I don't think we should interrupt their so called date, but if this is what our captain wants, then we will be there. We don't really know what the hell Atobe is thinking, but we will show him just how good we really are." They said.
"Did you just say that Atobe and Ryoma are dating each other? Holy Shit! now I know why Kamio has prevented Momo from taking my sister out on a date." said Tachibana.
"Yes, so now that you have seen this, Atobe is going keep pursuing Ryoma until that brat can show his feelings for him." replied Kenya.
"Like I said, I don't see anything wrong here, it seems that Ryoma has finally learned how to curtsy in front of his lover. Look at them, they make a perfect couple! If we were to interfere with their love right now, it would be a breach of protocol." continued Inui.
"This is just fucked up! There is no way that this can be real!" said Hiyoshi.
That night, Atobe and Echizen felt that they are getting even closer to reaching their goal, but Ryoma feels that he might need a little more time before he can confess his true feelings towards his lover.
"So, you had a good time so far?" grinned Atobe.
"Yes, and thank you for spending it with me, but still though I do feel that Beat could be interested in this chew toy that we won at the arcades earlier. I wanted to return the favor so that one of these days, I can meet your Afghan Hound in person." Atobe looked at him for a minute and smiled.
"How very thoughtful of you thinking about my dog, but how did you know that I had an Afghan hound?" asked Atobe sheepishly.
"You've kept a picture of your beautiful dog on your phone and he reminds me of Karupin, both are equally cute in many ways. The other day, I was walking your dog around the yard and he started to take a liking to me for some reason. At first I thought to myself, how did Kabaji make me a pet sitter? Its actually my first time walking dogs."
"Ah, yes that. Usually my dog will take great interest in almost anyone that he meets and yes he is pretty friendly with other people. So now, I propose that you walk my dog every weekend with me if you stay at my estate. Perhaps we might be building up a strong relationship together. I do find you quite suitable for my taste, Echizen; because you are my true calling and thus you are like a star that shines brightly at my side!"
Ryoma could only snicker at that response and figured that Atobe has been overdosed on Shakespeare plays and D.H. Lawrence novels. "Sometimes even I wonder when he will really come to his senses and understand that we are only supposed to stay as friends and not lovers?" he thought to himself before parting ways with his date.
"Are you going to think about my proposal for the weekend?" called Atobe
"I will take it into consideration, just give me time to think about it." Ryoma waved back.
"Take your time, there is no rush, my dear prince."
"Just to let you know, we are friends, not lovers!"
"Sure, but one day you will be mine! And that's a promise!" Ryoma could only ignore Atobe's remark but smirked at him as they headed home.
Back in the house, Ryoma was washing up for dinner when he noticed Karupin following him. He could only smile at the cat and said, "Oi, Karupin, you must have missed me didn't you? Just give me a moment to clean myself up and I will get to you soon."
The cat could only meow at that response as he batted at Echizen's nose while snuggling upon his legs.
"So, little brat! Did you have a fun time with your new boyfriend?" asked Nanjiro.
"Dad, I told you, he is just a friend that I have known for a long time. Yes he may still play tennis with me at times, but I think he is getting obsessed with me." Replied Ryoma
"First time newbies will always be influenced by their true lovers! Think you can introduce me to him?" asked his father with that puppy eye look.
Ryoma could only groan at that remark but decided to concede. "Sure, but if you do meet him, he could tell us how we spent the night together."
"Looks like someone is quite the ladies man! I am sure that he likes to get personal with almost everything that he sees because he always meets up with that sadistic kid from Seigaku."
"You mean Fuji Syusuke?"
"Yes, that's him. I heard that they were planning to set you up to meet two of Atobe's best tennis players at a bowling alley this weekend. In other words, he wants you to prove that you can defeat his students at the game before you can show your true feelings towards the diva." Replied nanjiro as he rubbed his son's head.
"We shall see about that. I am sure that Choutaro and Shishido wants their captain to explain what his true intentions are as well. Honestly, almost everyone at Hyoutei are either laughing their asses off, or some just don't seem to care at all with the exception of Oshitari and his doubles partner. I don't know but I think my friends have either sent me to the lion's den or the fact that the students from Shitenhouji have something else on their minds for me, but whatever the case might be, I always tell them that me and Atobe are just friends, but they won't listen."
"One day Atobe will just have to challenge me for a little tennis match to see if you are worthy enough to be called his "lover" wouldn't you agree?" his father said with an evil smug on his face.
Ryoma deadpanned at his father and glared at him, "Oh my god! Now you are acting just like him! Seriously, knock it off will you?"
"Why? You're worried that your boyfriend will cheat on you?" smirked Nanjiro with an evil grin.
Ryoma vein popped, he wasn't about to let his old man get away with that. "You old fart, just wait till I get my hands on you!" As the chase continued, Inui and the rest could only groan in disbelief that Echizen's father would pull off a stunt like this. But they still could only wonder how the next date will go at the bowling alley since someone is prepared to show off their skills in a match against the silver pair from Hyoutei academy since they are strong as doubles in tennis. But bowling could be a different story.
The next day, at the St. Rudolph academy, things were starting to get out of hand in the courts as the first years barely had time to start practicing. Then, Shiranishi spotted Mizuki and Yuuta at the school's gym and said, "Guys, did you hear? Atobe and Ryoma are actually going out on a date this weekend. They are going bowling together and will face off against Shishido and Choutaro. Oh my god"
Yuuta and Mizuki had confused looks on their faces.
"Excuse me?"
"No lie! It appears that the delusional captain from Hyoutei really has feelings for the Seigaku brat. Hell, I even saw them at the amusement park earlier and they were holding hands together on rides, especially the cable car. My god, it's really true, they are on a date!" protested Shiraishi.
Yuuta was shocked at that statement and said, "What the fuck? Okay, I can see that Atobe has officially lost it. And also it's pretty cute how Echizen has found his first love. I would love to date my brother's big sister at my house." Mizuki could see that his pawn had hearts in his eyes and sweat dropped.
"First off, what are you doing here, Shiraishi? And Yuuta, I thought I was your date, now you are cheating on me? Dude, your brother is going to flip if he finds out that you took his sister out on a date."
"I am sure he won't mind because he is nasty and sadistic at the same time." Replied Yuuta.
"That bastard Mizuki! I will need to remind my brother not to bring him to my house for tea next time around. He still thinks he knows Yuuta well, but one day, no one will date him and I will make sure of that!" thought Syusuke to himself with a death glare.
As Shiraishi and the data tennis master arrived at Inui's hideout, they are wondering why Sadaharu had a huge monitor here. And at that moment they could suspect that these guys are trying to put a stop to this date before it gets out of hand. Elsewhere, Kintaro was busy eating snacks and did not even care how the date could go.
"Kin-chan, please stop eating and join us on figuring how to get Echizen away from that stalker boyfriend of his. You are playing the role of big brother to him aren't you?" said Shiraishi as he grabbed the little jumper.
"NO! let me go, I want to see Atobe and Echizen get married!" protested Kintaro, but Kenya placed his hand over the jungle boy's mouth the moment that term was said.
"Seriously, Kintaro, you do not know the meaning of the word marriage. Don't even try to encourage Echizen to go through with this! Do you want to taste the wrath of Shiraishi's bandages?"
"My cousin knows best on how to control his own teammate." Replied Yuushi with a smile.
Suddenly, an older senior with a green uniform appeared out of nowhere and said, "Lucky Echizen! I can see why that kid has a loving personality for the Hyoutei king. Go get them, Ryoma boy!"
Everyone sweat-dropped at the appearance of Sengoku from Yamabuki, especially Yuuta and Eiji.
"Why are you trying to encourage that kid? What the hell is wrong with you? Don't you got some women to chase after?" commented Shishido.
"Sorry, but I am here to observe Ryoma's little mission. I hope it can be successful. And also Shishido, why aren't you dating your partner Choutaro? You both make a cute couple!"
Shishido veins started popping and Choutaro snickered quietly.
"How dare you! Me and Choutaro are just friends, not lovers!" He was just about to whack Sengoku in the face when Oishi and Eiji tried to restrain him.
"Calm down, Shishido! Don't let that bastard get to you!" After everyone sat back down, they could see Echizen and Atobe arrive at the aquarium since this is where they will continue their quest of love.
"What the hell are they doing at the aquarium?" asked Renji
"I don't know but it seems that Atobe is letting Ryoma carrying a bag containing their foods inside the food court. Since why did Atobe ask Ryoma to go to this place? That lunatic never took Gakuto to any shows involving the sea creatures." Said Oishi.
"Atobe, you bastard! you leaving me out on so much activities and here you are winning that brat's heart over mine? You will pay for this!" roared Gakuto.
"His brain has completely faltered, Mukahi. Now I know giving him those tea bags was a big mistake. What the hell was he possibly thinking asking me to get him those expensive ones? I mean doesn't he have enough for the tennis club?" snorted Kenya.
Yuushi agreed with his cousin and felt bad that Atobe had made Kenya waste that money on drinks, but he didn't care since they are watching out for anything suspicious going on here.
In the Aquarium, Atobe and Echizen are planning to see almost every single sea creature that are inhabiting this place. The presence of the dolphins made the kid smile since he loved those creatures, which reminded him of how his parents took him to see whales on the beaches of Naniwa. But this time, Atobe feels that Echizen needs to learn something about the sea creatures and the way that they make love towards each other.
"Looks like we came to the right place, Echizen! Now, I wanted to show you how sea creatures make love and it is up to us to copy their moves so that we can get prepared to take down the silver pair. In other words, if we can make love, so can Shishido and Choutaro." Grinned Atobe.
"Yeah right, you delusional mother fucker! What the hell do you know about love anyway, you sick yarou! If I was at the aquarium right now, I will wipe that grin off your face!" shouted Shishido.
"Love works in mysterious ways." Sighed Kenya. Everyone else nodded in unison.
As the team continued their tour of the aquarium, they are greeted by the dolphins and Atobe started communicating with them in their language and surprisingly, they made a message in the sea that said "Congratulations to a great date!"
Everyone had blank stares on their faces. Since when did Atobe learn to talk to dolphins like that? Even Yuushi couldn't take any more of this and decided that it was time for him to meet with Sanada immediately since only he can clear up this mess. Gakuto followed his partner as well since he was embarrassed at seeing the awful gestures that the captain had made. Elsewhere, Mizuki and Yuuta could only snicker quietly.
By nightfall, Atobe and Echizen had wrapped up the aquarium. They had learned a lot about how love works in the sea and the air. However, before they left. Atobe grabbed echizen by his hand and took him to his other home for a little swim since this is a good chance to see how good that kid is with water sports.
"I want to know how well you can swim." Said Atobe
"Okay, but why? When I was younger, my parents taught me and I practiced almost every summer and it felt so good." Answered Echizen
"Yes, but that was then. This is now, I want to see what you have learned. My parents would be delighted to meet you since they want to know you better as well. Come on kid, my dog Beat is getting anxious!" called Atobe as he ran off with his lover on his back.
"What are you doing Atobe? Put me down! I can walk all by myself!" protested Echizen
At that moment, Atobe feels that he might have offended Ryoma a little bit and said, "Sorry about that, I see you still have strength to walk. So try to keep up."
And with that, the lovers headed off into the darkness of the night towards the new two story house.
Those two make a strange love pair.