Hey everone! Isn't it nice to hear from me again, lol! I apologize for my lack of updating, and Hitomi isn't really in this one. It's more about what happened while she was out. Also to give me the chance to introduce Kyo's and Kikuno's relationship.
It's strange. I had a big plan for when I got to this chapter, but I don't think I did it justice. I pray that you all like it, because I'm writing these for you guys. Btw...I know close to nothing when it comes to soccer -_-
Please ignore any Grammer mistakes
No, I couldn't think of a title for this chapter
The itcilized words in double quotation marks means that they're talking in English. Single quotation mark means thoughts.
I do not own anything save my OC's
Chapter 8: Untitled
"Are you sure about this Hitomi?"
I sighed for the umptienth time since my mother entered my bed room. "Of course I'm sure mom. And even if I wasn't sure, the papers have already been signed, and my operation is due for tomorrow."
"But sweetie! You can't be se-"
"Mom!" I shouted, "I'm going through with this whether you like it or not! I can't not get the operation because of some small chance of what MIGHT happen. I have have to take this chance, because I know if I don't do it now...I won't ever get the chance. I really wish you would support me on this mom."
Sarah sighed in defeat, "Fine...But I really wish you wouldn't." She left the room, and for the first time in the past hour I could finally breathe easy.
"Finally she's gone...I hate talking in English." I mumbled falling back onto my bed. Unfortunately, my moment of peace was interrupted, this time by Kyo who knocked twice before opening the door.
"Well come right on in why don't ya." I said sarcastically sitting. "What do you wan-Uchi-nii-chan? What are you and the others doing here?" I said shocked and confused at the same time a collective groan came from the door way. "And why isn't Shin-chan here?"
"I told you she wouldn't fall for it." Kyo chuckled leaving me with the guys.
"Damn, Hitomi-chan. Are you sure you can't see?" Noda joked walking into the room.
"Seriously, how did you know it was us?"
"And that Shin wasn't here?" Kuma added on to Uchi's previous sentence.
I smiled, "It's easy. Each of you give off a different feel to me, and smell different. Take Shin-chan for instance. He smells like cinnamon to me, and is very distinct even when all of you are together. I didn't smell it so I assumed he wasn't here. Besides, heard all of your footsteps before you even got to the door."
During my narration Uchi and Minami had sat on my bed, while Kuma settled for the floor and Noda was snooping around my room. Not that really cared seeing as I didn't have anything to hide. I had other people going through my room countless times to get things if I didn't remember where I had put them.
"Did you guys come straight from school?"
"Yeah, can you believe what Yankumi did?" Noda complained a 'clink' noise coming from his direction causing me to assume he was previously holding one of my knick-knacks. "I mean who is their right minds would want to willingly sweat?"
"Wait, what the heck are you guys talking about?"
"I forgot you stayed home," Uchi said. "We're having this sports competition at school and Yankumi wants all of us to participate."
"But none of us wants to sweat!" Kuma quickly put in.
Minami's response wasn't far behind. "And chicks don't like sweaty guys anyway."
"Oh, come on guys. It sounds like a lot of fun! I know would want to if I could!" I exclaimed excitedly trying to convince the others. "Besides I think guys who participate in sports are cute!" At the continuous talk about how they still wouldn't participate, and the only thing they were looking forward to was no classes all day, I knew that they probably didn't hear a single word that I said.
'Oh well...I tried Yankumi-sensei.'
The boys left about an hour later, which was only because my mom came to my room and demanded that they all leave. Mostly because she didn't feel comfortable with me being in the room with four other guys, but also because Kuma kept eating up all of the snacks she bought up for us. Once my room was once again clean of others I resumed my position on my bed.
"It was sweet of them to come and see me before tomorrow." A smile graced my lips. "I just wish Shin-chan would have came...I wonder what he was doing today."
'If this operation goes as planned...And I can see maybe...Maybe, Shin-chan and I could actually go on a date.'
Suddenly I squealed and began jumping on my bed singing, "Soon Im gonna see! All the flowers and the trees, even the birds and bee-WHAAAA!" A scream filled the room as my foot got too close to the edge of the bed, and slipped causing me to fall. I blinked stupidly feet in the air and arms in an awkward position.
"Hitomi! Are you ok up there! I heard a bump!"
"Hehe...Uh, I'm ok dad! J-just slipped!"
"Kyo, could you please stop him? He's going to drive me insane." I whispered to my brother, who simply chuckled before returning to the magazine he was currently reading. It was Henry, my dad, that was the source of my irritation. For the pass hour or so he had been pacing the hospital room I had been given...AN HOUR AGO! I understood he was anxious, and if I hadn't been so annoyed with him right now I might have been nervous myself.
My silent prayers had been answered as someone was knocking on the door, forcing my father to stop pacing the room and answer it. "Oh, doctor. Is something wrong?"
"No, in fact, things couldn't have been going better." The doctor smiled. It was a bit difficult to understand him because of his heavy accent, but I guess after hearing terrible English on a regular basis, my parents were used to it because they didn't seem to have any problems understanding the doctor. "I came to inform you that instead of waiting another 30 minutes to begin, we can start now." As he said that a pair of nurses walked in pushing along a stretcher. "The only reason we were waiting was because the doctor wasn't here, but he surprised us and got here early."
This time the doctor looked at me, "So are you ready to go?"
Without hesitation I nodded and was already half way on the stretcher when my mom yelled, "Wait! A-are you extremel-"
"We've already had this talk. Everything will work out, you'll see. And when I come out we can all watch movies, and eat ice cream together." I grinned, "Make sure it's an action movie. You know they are my favorite." With one last wave I was pushed out of the room to be prepped for the laser eye surgery.
"I hope she'll be ok." Sarah sighed leaning into the chest of her husband. "I wish she would've just listened to me and not do this." Henry only sighed and continued to stroke his wife's shoulder in comfort.
"Sarah, we have to respect her decision. It done now, so all that's left for us to do is support her in her decision." Kyo glanced up at his parents a thoughtful look on his face. "You know" He began, "Why don't you plan a welcome back party for her?"
"Yeah, this way you will have something to keep your mind off of the operation and when Star gets out there will be a huge party waiting for her." Kyo stood putting the magazine he was previously reading down. "They said the operation, if everything goes right, should only take an hour or two. After that they want her to stay here for the night, and by tomorrow in the evening she will be going home."
Henry readily agreed with his son's idea. "I agree! Now you won't worry yourself sick!"
"I don't know...What if-Kyo where are you going?" Sarah and Henry faced Kyo who was already halfway out of the hospital. He turned his head, grinning. "I'm going on a date."
His parents looked at each other confused, "A date?"
For the tenth time in the bast five minutes Kyo checked his watch. His foot nervously tapping the ground, and his hand running a marathon through his hair. It wasn't that his date was late, no, it was just that he was early. He was so anxious to get here that he rushed home to get ready, and then practically ran to the park, which was the agreed rendezvous. Kyo's smooth, young face resembled the nerves he was obviously feeling and his once combed down hair was in a right mess, from how many times his hand passed through it. He wore dark blue slacks, with a black, button up shirt and blazer that matched his pants.
Once again his eyes found the face of his wristwatch. "3:15...She should be on her way no-"
"Kyo-kun?"
Hearing his name Kyo spun a wide smile finding his face. "Kikuno! I'm glad you could make it." The female nurse from Shirokin looked Kyo up and down, suddenly feeling a bit foolish. She had come straight from school, and there for she hadn't went home to change. Kikuno wore a jean jacket, with a horizontally stripped t-shirt and jeans.
"I thought about going home to change. Oh, I should've listened to myself. I'm terribly under dressed, and you looked like you worked so hard to ma-"
"You look beautiful." Kyo blurted out, covering it up with a grin. "Really...So uh...Should we go?" He held out his arm waiting for her to accept the offer; Which she did a blush on her face, almost matching the fiery red hair on top of her head. "Of course, Kyo-kun. So, where are we going?"
"It's a surprise." He opened the door for Kikuno, shutting it once she was inside then jogged around to the other side. "You'll love it." He flashed another grin, his brown eyes shining with the excitement he could barely contain. He had asked Kukino out two days ago when he went to Shirokin with his two partners. Ever since the first day he saw her, she was on his mind. Kumiko was cute, but going out with someone from a Yakuza clan, which he only knew because of Hitomi, was bad news. Besides she was obviously into Shinohara. As for Shizuka, she was definitely a beautiful women. One of the most beautiful ones he had ever seen, but there was something about Kikuno that instantly drew his attention. Kyo couldn't explain it but he knew that she was the one, and no matter what happened he had to make this work.
"Ah, here we are!" Kyo exclaimed parking the car. Kikuno gasped in surprise and the resturant he stopped in front of.
"Are you serious! Kabura-Tei!" The slight squeal in her voice warranted a chuckle from Kyo.
"I wish you would've told me. I'm not dressed right for this restaurant."
"Trust me. You're beautiful in what you're wearing now." He flashed a genuine smile. The female nurse smiled back a light blush on her face. She watched as Kyo exited the car, rushed to the passenger side and open her door. He presented his hand a smile lighting his face when she accepted. "It would've taken me an entire week to get a reservation, but luckily Shinohara was able to get a reservation in only three."
They walked in and were shown to their seats by the matradee. "Your seat madam." Kyo pulled out Kikuno's chair earning himself another blush, to which he simply chuckle. He thought she looked cute when she blushed.
"I'm glad you came with me Kikuno." Kyo smiled taking his own seat. He took that moment to look her over. Kikuno was, at least to him, was already a very beautiful woman with entrancing blue eyes, an red hair. He could also detect the use of make-up on her face. Light blue eye shadow, that was so light it resembled star dust, red lipstick, and a light coating of lip gloss giving her lips a glossy hue. The strong urge to lean over and kiss them bubbled inside of him, but thankfully he held back the temptation.
"Kyo-kun? I-is something wrong?" Her stuttering voice broke the trance. Kyo noticed the heavy blush on her soft, fair colored skin; and a smile stretching onto his handsome, young face.
"How is your work at school?" He made conversation as their waiter brought over the rolls, and introduced himself as Doji, before asking for their drinks. Kyo ordered sweet tea, while Kikuno simply asked for water. Doji scribbled down their requests then left with a small bow.
"Now about my question."
Kikuno giggled a bit, "It's become quite busy over at Shirokin. You see we are having sport competitions, as we do every year, and every homeroom class is a team. It seems as though Iwamoto-sensei will win again." She placed a finger on her chin, "Although, Fujiyama-sensei's team look promising. She even managed to get Shinohara-kun to help out."
"And Yamaguchi-sensei?"
Kikuno could hardly keep from laughing when Kyo asked about the young teacher and her rag tag team of students. "Like always she has high hopes for them. She is trying to get them to practice but it's easier said then done."
"Still it's both phenomenal, and commendable what she managed to do with the class since she's been there." Kyo nodded in agreement.
"How is Hitomi-chan doing?" The young nurse asked, "I heard from Yamaguchi-sensei that she was going to get the surgery done. I hope she's doing well."
Kyo smiled. It was simply amazing how she cared about those she didn't even have too. Guess that's why she decided to become a nurse. Kikuno noticed that when he laughed, or smiled, the cutest dimples appeared on his cheeks. He had perfect teeth, and deep, thick, black hair, that he obviously worked very hard to comb back.
"Actually...She's having the operating done as we speak." His eyes down casted, the worry and apprehension showing their selves in the fullest. "It's not a hundred percent certain if she'll wake back up. She could easily slip into a coma,...Or d-" He cut himself off, and closed his eyes. It was almost pathetic. All he wanted to do now was cry from how worried he was.
"I'm sorry." He said shaking his head; trying his hardest to regain his composure. "For acting like this."
"No, don't be. It's natural you should be worried. I mean she's your sister." Kikuno reached across the table to grab his hand, holding it firmly in her much smaller one. "Besides, I would be angry if you weren't worried."
Kyo's hand tightened around Kikuno's a grateful look shining in his eyes. "Thank you."
The rest of that night Kyo's and Kikuno's hands stayed intertwined, of course when they had to eat it was inevitable, but once they were done, their hands reconnected so quickly it was as if magnets were placed in their palms. After dinner Kyo had another surprise, taking his date to a local club for some dancing. It took some doing, but before long Kukino's nerves went away and she began dancing with Kyo, feeling like a teenage girl again. By time they left the club it was past midnight, and well into the early mornings.
Despite it being late, the two wanted to stay out longer. However, neither of them could deny that they were exhausted from the day's events. So Kyo offered to drive her home in an attempt to spend as much time with her as possible. Despite Kikuno not wanting him to drive her home, he insisted because it was too late fo her to be walking anywhere alone. She knew this, but she didn't want him to see where she lived. However, she kept quiet, only speaking when he needed directions.
"This is where you live?" Kyo asked referring to the apartment complexes. Kikuno blushed, but Kyo just smiled and parked the car. Once again he opened Kukino's door her, and offered her a hand; however, this time he didn't let go as he walked her to the room. Too soon for Kyo's liking they reached her apartment. She turned and smiled.
"Thank you for driving me home, and for the date. I had a blast." Kyo's free hand shot to he bck of his head, as he looked at the ground. "O-of course. M-maybe we could d-do this again s-sometimes?"
Kikuno smiled. It amazed her that the same person who was confident during the entire date, was now stuttering over his words, at the simple fact of asking her out again. Come to think of it, she was still unsure how she managed to understand him the first time; he kept switching from English to Japanese the entire time, which Kikuno quickly realized he does when he's either angry, really nervous, or really excited. Even though half of the what he says is lost to her, she still find it cute.
"I'm free next Saturday." She offered. He had suffered long enough, and her kindnss wasn't lost on Kyo; who offered a sheepish smile, in both embaressment and gratitude.
"That sounds great."
They continued to stand there, not knowing what to say to each other. Kyo shifted from one foot to the other, while Kikuno looked towards the ground.
'Say something!' Kyo screamed to his self. "Uh...-" Kukino's head shot up in question. "Well...I-i should get going."
"Oh, right..." Kyo raised a brow. Why did she sound...Disappointed? He looked down at their intertwined hands, smiling softly while running the pad of his thumb over the soft, creamy skin of her hand. Her small hand was a perfect fit, for his much larger one. Like they were made just for this moment. He chuckled slightly. Wondering if it really was as cheesy as it sounded to him.
"Kyo-kun?"
The voice of his fair skinned beauty was the splash of reality, and alerted him to her confused expression. "Is there something wrong?"
"No, no I was just...Thinking that's all." Kyo brought her hand to his lips. "But it's time I take my leave," He kissed the back of her hand, smiling at her blush, "I'll be looking forward to seeing you again."
Kyo fitted his hands into his pocket, as he walked out of the building. Before getting into his car, he looked up at the apartment complex, smiling when he spotted Kikuno's apartment window, and that the light was one. The was the last he saw of Kikuno before getting into the car and leaving for the night.
~With Cass 3-D~
"Alrigt class listen up!" Yankumi called to the rambunscious boys of 3-D. Surprsingly enough they all listened to her. Each student, aside frm Shin, was dresseed up in the clothes for the sport they woul compete in.
Soccor
Base Ball
Table Tennis
BasketBall
At the last sport, the thought of Yuki; the unknown 28th student, entered the young teacher's mind. If only she had known that there was another student earlier, she would have tried to get him back a long time ago. Sadly, Minami and Kuma, along with two other boys, were the reason why Yuki quit school. Yankumi, although very disappointed, was also proud that she didn't have to scold them; they knew what the did was wrong. They even went with her on occasions to Yuki's home. Even so, Yankumi didn't agree with Yuki's choice to run from the bulliesinstead of stand up for him self.
Sadly, at the moment Yuki wasn't top priority, "As you all may know, Hitom-chan is at the hospital, having chosen to get the operation." The air was tense with worry. "I was told by Hitomi-chan's brother, that lst night some complications happened prolonging the surgery for an additional 3 hours."
"Ever since then she hasn't woken up. He say's that she's in a coma, and they don't know when she'll wake up or if she ever does wake up." If possible it became even quieter. Everyone seemed to hold their breath afraid to do or say anything.
If anyone was to ask them, they woul deny missing Hitomi, but the truth was...
Everyone missed her. To them it felt as if a hole was punced out of the class where Hitomi once was. The only female student in the entire school had, unbeknowist to her, softened the heart of everyone in that classroom. Desite the things the said when she first arrived, and even after they made her run away...
She still made a point to stick up for them; for some of the the first to ever do so. The only girl who smiled, and laughed with them, instead of run at the first mention of their names. Hitomi was the litltle sister to the entire class. They were friends, and the closest thing some of them had to a family...
And now she may never wake up. It was rare to hear that wing of the school so peaceful, and quiet, but no one dared to say anything. That is until, "Now we have another reason to win!" It was Kouhei, a student with blond hair, and a soccor ball on his desk. "So when Hitomi-chan comes back we can...We can show her trophy!"
Everyone stared at Kouhei, either shocked at what he sad or that he broke the silence. Suddenly, all at once, the class cheered hands flying into the air as well as a few of the sport equipment. Yankumi looked over her students, pride swelling in her chest and tears of happiness coming to her eyes.
"Alright guys! Let's win this! OH!" Yankumi punched her fist into the air.
The class, except Shin, followed suit, "OH!"
True to their word the 3-D students did their best to get ready for the sports competition in two days. If they could pull off a win, not only would Sawatori-sensei have to complete his bet, but Hitomi would come back and see a huge trophy! It couldn't get any better than that!
Too bad the winner wasn't determined by your effort. True everyone practiced, but with out a proper coach, all the training in the world wouldn'thelp them. 3-D's life saver came the next day when Kyo decided to pay a visit. Shinohara had told him, that he was helping Shizuka's team train; and Kyo simply thought it fair if he helped Yamaguchi's team.
She was pleasantly surprised when Kyo showed up, black jogging suit on and ready to work. "Hello again Yamaguchi." He took a quick look around searcing for Kikuno. When a smile stretched across his face, there was no doubt that he found her. He waved gaining her attention. She blushed but waved back quickly returning to cheering for Shinohara's team.
"Kyo-san, thank you for coming! Shinohara-san told me that you would be coming but I wasn't sure."
"Don't worry about it. It's the least I could do to help out my sister's class." He looked at the four boys, recognizing them as the ones who visited Hitomi the day before her operation. They were supposed to be playing basketball but...Well...Let's just say it wasn't the prettiest thing to watch.
"They're bad aren't they?" Yankumi sighed hangin her head in defeat.
Kyo shrugged, "Yeah...They're terrible." He glanced at the coach, and raised an eyebrow. He didn't look like a coach, but more like a yakuza member. "No wonder they're so terrible." Kyo muttered. He wasn't about to mention that he knew her secret, because when Hitomi told him she made him promise not to let her know, that he knew.
Hitomi was talking about it one night when she thought she was alone; unknown to her Kyo was also in the house.
With a shake of his head he asked, "So, where is your soccer team? I'll work with them."
"Out in the field. Good luck." Kyo chuckled leaving, though not before stealing another glance at Kikuno.
"I guess this is it." Kyo looked at the field shaking his head at what he saw. The eight kids there, were simply lounging about not doing any practicng at all.
"Yo!" Kyo called gaining their attention. Shin, who was also in the group, expressed surprise seeing Hitomi's brother here. "I'm Kyo Tsumikara, Hitomi's older brother."
This revelation gained the attention of the few who still weren't paying attention. "And I'm going to be your soccer coach."
The whistle blew and the boys began running. Kyo stood at the ready in front of the goal post. "There are other members on the team Masayuki! Pass the ball!"
Masayuki did, but ended up kicking the ball too hard, an straight out of bounds. Kyo sighed an blew the whistle. "Next time hit it with the side of your foot. You have more control of the ball that way." Masayuki ran to get the ball as everyone else go back into positions.
"Oh, and Shin! Make some hustle! You're moving like a sloth." Shin simply gazed Bordly at Kyo; exhaling as if he was annoyed.
Once Masayuki and the ball retrned Kyo blew the whistle again, "Alrght let's go!"
The whistle blew for the final time that day, with Kyo standing over he panting boys; even Shin, who did his best to do as little as possible. "You guys did good today. If we can get in the same amount of practice tomorrow, then you might be able to win the game."
The guys stood up each of them murmuring their thanks. It may have been a lot of work, but at this rate they could win the trophy for Hitomi.
Kyo watched them leave, patting each one on the shoulder as the passed him. The only person left was Shin. "Is there something I can help you with Shin?"
He didn't answer, just smirked before walking off. Kyo frowned, and opened his mouth but his cellphone rung forcing him to answer it. "Yes, this is Kyo spea-"
"Kyo it's your mother! It's Hitomi! She's awake!"
