The crowd shuffled out of the movie theater as the credits rolled on the screen. Two people stayed in their seats, in no rush to leave. "That was an interesting movie, thank you for taking me Akashi-kun." Kuroko's voice filled the silence after the screen went black. After the close encounter with Aomine, the couple chose to hang out in the movie theater lobby until their movie started. Thankfully, there were no further incidents.

"You're welcome Tetsuya. It was my pleasure." Akashi smirked, teasing evident in his voice. He had been flirting with Kuroko for the entirety of the movie, holding hands and whispering in his ear. Kuroko doubted he even knew what the film was about, as every time he looked next to him, he would lock eyes with Akashi. Though he never would admit it, he enjoyed the attention Akashi gave him.

Finally rising from their seats, Akashi gathered their bags in one hand and took Kuroko's with his other. "Shall we, princess?" cooed the red-head as he led his boyfriend back into the mall. Blushing a little, Kuroko chose not to comment as it would only lead to more teasing. It was getting rather late, so Akashi insisted on walking Kuroko home, though it's not like the bluenette was complaining.

The walk home was rather quiet, as the two found the silence comforting. They didn't need any unnecessary words. After a good fifteen minutes, the couple finally reached Kuroko's house. "Again, thank you Akashi-kun. I really had a great time, even if I was dressed as a girl for most of it." Kuroko shyly said as he motioned to his current attire.

Grinning, Akashi reached out to touch the bluenette's cheek. "Don't mention it, Tetsuya. I also had a great time. This is actually the most fun I've had in a while…" Akashi replied while gently brushing his fingers over the other's lips. Kuroko shivered at the touch, and shifted his eyes to look directly into the red-head's. Without saying a word, Akashi slowly closed his eyes and leaned in, softly pressing his lips upon Kuroko's.

The kiss was fleeting and lasted no longer than a few seconds, but was pleasurable for both nonetheless. It was special, and marked the end of their first date. "Good night, Love. I'll talk to you soon." Akashi said with a gentle smile after pulling away from Kuroko. The latter standing there, touching his lips, watching the red-head's back until he disappeared into the night.

Snapping out of his reverie, Kuroko buried his face into his hands as a blush erupted on his cheeks. Did he just have his first kiss?! Internally squealing, (he was dressed as a girl, he had the right to, okay?) he turned to run into his house. He couldn't stand on the porch looking dumb all night, could he? However, as soon as he had taken off his shoes and was about to run upstairs to get his phone, he ran into a wall. Not a literal wall, but a fleshy one. Wait, a fleshy wall?

Confused, Kuroko looked up from his spot on the floor, only to be utterly shocked. Well this situation certainly put a damper on his mood, especially with the way he was dressed.

"Tetsuya, care to explain?" came a deep, guttural voice from above him.

"Father…Mother…"

…..

After Akashi dropped Kuroko off at home, he walked back to his hotel in a state of bliss. He could've called for his driver, but he wanted to be alone to bask in his happiness just a bit longer, before reality came back. On his way, he passed a street basketball court and saw a familiar face.

"Good evening, Daiki." Akashi said from behind the dark bluenette, effectively scaring the poor boy. "Gaahh! Oi! Akashi, what the heck!" Aomine replied in anger, turning to face the red-head. "You nearly scared me to death! What, have you been hanging out with Tetsu too much?" He jokingly said, although Akashi was internally sweating as what he said was actually the truth.

Noticing the tall boy's mood, Akashi decided to ask what the problem was. Why did he suddenly decide to be caring? Well, his best guess is that he was still on a high from being with Kuroko.

"Is there a problem, Daiki? You seem to be in a worse mood than usual."

"A problem? Yeah, there's a problem! Some jerks at the mall hit me in the face with a basketball? Can you believe that? Had I gotten a look at their faces I'd have socked 'em one!" He said in anger.

Akashi schooled his expression as he once again apologized to Aomine in his mind. He wasn't really sincere though, he was Akashi Seijuurou after all. Besides, he liked how devious his Tetsuya could be at times.

"That…certainly is a problem. Although, maybe it's your reflexes that were the problem?" Akashi taunted, hoping to get away from the subject. Although he had no difficulties lying, and nothing would ever show on his face, he'd rather not be victim of Aomine's occasional bouts of insight.

"Excuse me?! My reflexes are no problem! Listen here you-" Aomine began, but was cut off by the sound of his phone ringing. After a short discussion with whoever was on the other line, Aomine left Akashi at the courts, all the while cursing the "red-headed demon".

…..

After changing his clothes to more…appropriate attire, Kuroko sat in the living room with his parents. Why were they even home? They hadn't been home in over a year, so why now? What's more, they even caught him cross-dressing! He was going to have a hard time explaining that, and it's not like his parents were "understanding" people to begin with. In fact, he'd say that his parents were two of the most skeptical people he knows.

"…Welcome home, Mother, Father. What brings you here?" Kuroko decided to take the safe route. He knew he would have to get to the cross-dressing subject eventually, but hopefully not before he thinks of some excuse.

"Explain, Tetsuya." Was the only response he received. Well…looks like he's not getting any time to think.

"It isn't anything big. I made a bet with my friends, and I lost. They made me dress as a girl for my punishment, and I couldn't just go back on my word." He was surprised that he could smoothly patch together a lie so quickly. His emotionless face helped to sell it, of course.

Kuroko stared at his father with blank eyes as the man scrutinized him. He glanced at his mother and found her doing the same. A few tense moments and internal eye-rolls on Kuroko's part, his parents decided to drop the topic. He was a little irked when his father waved his hand dismissively and told him to leave, but it's not like he had to be told twice. He was never really close to his parents, neither did he feel a familial connection to them. The closest they got to being a family was Kuroko calling them "mother" and "father".

Standing up from the couch, Kuroko bid his "parents" a good night, and went up to his room. His mood from earlier was almost completely extinguished, and he really needed to destress now. Picking up his phone, he found that he had a few unread messages. The messages, however, were immediately forgotten when his phone started ringing, Akashi's name appearing on the screen.

Kuroko's face instantly brightened up, but before he answered, he had to make sure his parents didn't hear him. To avoid that situation occurring, he went into his bathroom, locked the door, and turned on the shower. After making his preparations, Kuroko finally answered his phone.

"Akashi-kun…" He said as a smile spread across his face.

"Hello, princess." Akashi replied, making a blush accompany Kuroko's smile. He would take it to the grave, but Kuroko secretly liked Akashi calling him by different pet names. Love, and surprisingly, princess, being two of his favorites. "I just wanted your voice to be the last thing I heard tonight." Akashi confessed, making Kuroko's blush deepen. His boyfriend must be a romantic at heart, spouting all these embarrassing lines like it's nothing.

"What a coincidence. I was just thinking that I wanted to hear Akashi-kun's voice as well."

"A coincidence indeed…Well, I must go now Tetsuya. I have to get up early tomorrow morning to head back to Kyoto." Akashi replied, sounding like a forlorn puppy. How cute! "Okay, Akashi-kun. I understand. Good night and…I love you…" Kuroko responded, blushing at his own words. He was usually so expressionless, but Akashi just made all his emotions show on his face. Whether they were talking in person or not.

"I love you too, princess."

Kuroko held his breath for what seemed like minutes after Akashi hung up and he heard the dial tone. He couldn't bring himself to shut off his phone, especially after hearing Akashi once again say he loves him. Just like that, his mood from earlier returned and he was back on cloud nine.

Turning off the shower, Kuroko closed his eyes and leaned against the bathroom wall. Even with all the stress his parents had given him just by coming home, Akashi had managed to blow all of that away, and Kuroko couldn't be happier that the red-head was his boyfriend. He just made everything so much better.

"Good night, Akashi-kun…" He whispered into the silence.