I'm not sure when I'll post the next chapter, since I'll be having a hard time on my university, but I'll try my best :) Besides, later I'll have a trip to Berlin so... Here's something new, hope you like it! :)
I reached the Council's Room and sat by my desk. Some new papers were delivered, so assuming they were important, I quickly gathered them into my hands. Finally the Baseball Club fixed those small mistakes. Good boys, at least they are responsible. I almost finished, when I noticed a form I've never seen earlier. It was filled with nicely done calligraphy. In a moment I understood what it was. The enrolment for position of President of Rakuzan. Signed by no other but Akashi Seijuurou. I almost laughed out loud. But then the anger came. I rushed out of the classroom, remembering where I'd find him.
"Excuse me, may I interrupt you for a second? I'm looking for Akashi-kun." I said as I entered the right classroom. I even used the honorific, so the teacher would look favourably on my rude behavior. Few seconds later we were standing in the corridor, facing each other. I held his application in my stretched arm.
"Could you please explain what does it mean?" my voice was low. Keeping emotions shut wasn't the easiest skill for me. After those four years in Japan I found myself calmer and thinking more rationally. But it was Akashi we were talking about. Nothing about him made me quiet. I gritted my teeth, waiting for the answer.
"As I said, my words aren't just empty phrases. I want your position and I'll have it. Even if it means removing you. I don't understand your fury. Everyone is allowed to take part in this competition. It is not my fault no one ever dared to do so." he answered, folding his arms. Our conversations weren't really fascinating. I haven't seen his charming personality since I left Teikou. And it was truly captivating...
It was another training she had to lead, since she became the captain. Her teammates were working on their speed, doing some exercises. She stood there, as tired as them, watching them carefully. Her eyes noted every information needed to make a proper report to the coach. What she also saw was stir behind her back.
"You need anything, Nijimura?" she asked, turning around. Black-haired third year smiled at her and she returned the gesture. Next to him stood six boys she obviously associated. The famous Generation of Miracles.
"They said they want to see the only team holding more titles and wins than them." he smirked. As Chiara's classmate he never disappointed her in bringing some interesting news from the basketball court. Thanks to him, the basketball club was always favored by the Student's Council. Brunette could only notice changes in their faces.
"Nice to meet you, I guess? Don't bother with introducing, I know you all. If you want to see the rest of practice you can stay, but please, without any interrupting. Is it everything you wanted to talk about?" again she turned to Nijimura, who jumped in shock.
"Damn, stop it! You're reading my mind so easily!" he pouted.
"Well, you are an easy man." she giggled, immediately gaining some attention from red-haired boy. From the moment they entered the pitch he was looking at her, amazed by the aura she gave off. Everybody listened to her, she didn't even have to raise her voice. Small gestures, kind expressions... she was the complete opposition to Nijimura-senpai. In his eyes, she had all features of a great leader. No wonder she became President in her first year, not even knowing Japanese well enough.
"Alright, I'll tell you now, there's no reason to hide it anymore. I'm retiring from being the captain of basketball team. Akashi will take my place." he pointed to the redhead, but she already knew, who she should be looking at. Chiara remained silent, left Nijimura's news without any comment and he was glad for that. She might be a judge, but not talking one. All her opinions were kept as a secret known only to her.
"Akashi, your class has a small break between second and third lesson on Wednesdays, am I right?" asked boy nodded, waiting for the rest. "Could you please drop in my office then? I'll need you to sign some papers. Don't worry, those are just small adjustments and rules for our upcoming collaboration."
He smiled gently. Yes, she was perfect. With her appearance, manners and charisma - nothing could stop her. But beside being this nice girl, she also behaved as a diplomat. He knew about her pretty much - she was always prepared for any situation, ready to give an advice and never disappointed the expectations. Still, Chiara had time to be the best student in school, being on par with him. He wondered what kind of other activities she did beside school walls.
Akashi stretched out his hand, as if he wanted to accept the offer with a handshake. She did the same, satisfied with his behaviour, but was shocked when he bent and placed a light kiss on the outer side of her palm. Her cheeks were almost as red as his hair, but she didn't say anything.
"I'll be honoured to work with you, Chiara-senpai." he said, almost whispering.
"Next time you see me, please, reconsider your talking to me, Akashi." brunette answered and left them. She still had a practice to finish, and it wouldn't be fair toward her teammates. She took of the sweater and joined her boys. The Generation of Miracles with Nijimura observed the practice, overwhelmed by the power of the first string. Since Chiara's team became one with Teikou's they were unstoppable. Small comments were made, mainly by Aomine and Kise, who argued over brunette's play.
"Could you both keep your mouths closed? Didn't she tell you to behave?" Akashi scolded them. He came back to his thoughts, never leaving tiny silhouette from his sight.
"So we're officially on different front lines? Is that what you really want?" I asked, feeling inexcusable pain in my chest. His gaze was again cold and suspicious.
"If you see it that way I can do nothing but agree with you. Honestly, I didn't want to make it a war, but... still, it will be awesome to fight against you." he answered and I felt my throat getting dry. It felt bad, after all we've never competed each other. Even shogi or chess, we never played. Our academic scores were the same, so they always placed us on the same position. But now... it was finally time to shut Teikou's life down. Leave it all behind.
"Give it all you've got, cause I do not know defeat." I smirked. Well, that sounded a lot like him.
"When I win, you'll have to listen to me." Akashi approached me and moved his lips close to my ear. I shivered, feeling this awkward stir in my stomach. "And we really have a lot to talk about, don't we?" with those words he left me there, heading back to the classroom.
