WARNING! If you don't like yaoi (boy x boy) then please don't read this.

Kuroko no Basuke as well as the cover image used for this story both belong to their respective owners.

This is a roleplay story done by KurokoTetsuya101 and The Lucky Bell.


Kuroko and Akashi went to their room and once they arrived, they started getting ready. It was already 6 p.m. and the ball starts at 7p.m. There's no time to spare.

Kuroko went to take a shower while Akashi picked up their clothes and so on. It took them an hour to get ready. Not only due to their clothes but also because they had to style their hair, something Kuroko wasn't happy about.

"I remember when my hair was still long. It was such a hassle to brush." Kuroko absent-mindedly spoke to Akashi as they did some touch ups on their clothes and hair. "Do you remember? From Seijuuro's eyes of course."

Akashi thought back while tying up Kuroko's tie for him, "I do. I apologize what my other self put you through. I told him to stop many times but he just wouldn't listen." Akashi slowed down his pace, looking downwards in guilt. "If I would have been stronger, I could have prevented it and eased some of your obstacles."

Kuroko placed his hands over Akashi's and smiled softly. "It's alright. I mean it isn't the worst thing that happened to me and I already forgave him. Thank you for trying to tell him even if it didn't work out." He gently squeezed Akashi's hands in reassurance. "You're like a big brother for Seijuuro. It's actually pretty cute."

"Yes, you could say its something like that." Akashi smiled. He doesn't have any brothers or sisters but with his other self, they're truly like brothers. Even though they share one body, it really did seem that way.

Akashi then looked up at Kuroko's hair and noticed a strand sticking out. "Sit down. I'll fix your hair for you."

"Okay." Kuroko did as Akashi commanded and sat down on the bed. "What will we do for an hour? The party doesn't start until 8.."

"We could meet up with everyone else." Akashi suggested while trying to put Kuroko's strand of hair back in place. "Your hair is really soft. No wonder everyone likes to ruffle it." Akashi commented, remembering how he noticed that a lot of people liked touching his head.

"It used to get tangled a lot, especially when it was long. That's why I didn't like anyone touching it. But I try not to be as harsh now." Kuroko smiled up at Akashi. "Your hair is soft too, you know? I do like petting your hair. Or rather Seijuuro's?... Both of your guy's hair?" It was really hard to explain things like this to a split personality.

Akashi's smile widened as he stroked Kuroko's hair. "I wouldn't mind it if you grew your hair long again. I'm sure my other self would also like to see it." It would be a waste since Kuroko's hair was really beautiful. Although, Kuroko's Akashi likes his hair either way. Long or short.

"Would you also like to see it?" Kuroko asked. He figured that since they were one body but two minds, it was polite to ask both. "I mean I'm not sure if I'll let it grow again but... Maybe I'll give it another chance?"

"I think you should. You have really beautiful hair. It would be a waste." Akashi truthfully said but then realized what he actually said. Luckily he was facing Kuroko's back so he wasn't able to see a small blush on his face.

"Really? Well, maybe I will then." Kuroko was happy that Akashi also enjoyed something about him that he used to hate. "Anyway, we should get going soon. I'm sure my hair is presentable."

Akashi nodded and let Kuroko stand up. They opened the door and were just about to leave when Akashi bumped into someone. Not only that, but that someone was holding a drink which spilled all over Akashi's clothing.

The two intruders were Takao and Midorima who were planning to enter Akashi and Kuroko's room but ended up bumping into the very people they wanted to meet. "Akashi? Sorry, I'll clean it up right away." Midorima apologized as Takao giggled beside him. "Haha! I didn't know you would have such bad luck without your lucky item! Pffff!"

Kuroko worriedly look at Akashi's clothes then back at the clock in their room. The party was going to start soon and now Akashi had to change! "You should get cleaned up Akashi." He told the redhead. "Do you want me to stay back with you?"

Akashi shook his head, "It's fine. You can go. I'll join you when I change." The redhead really didn't want to trouble the bluenette. He just has to change so it won't take that long.

"Since I'm the one responsible I'll help." Midorima offered as he leaned down to pick up the plastic cup that fell down. Once he stood back up Midorima noticed something... Akashi had two red eyes!

"Akashi? Is that you?" Midorima cautiously asked.

Akashi smirked, "It's been a while Midorima."

While Akashi and Midorima greeted each other, Takao stared confusingly. Not wanting to be left out of the hoop, he leaned towards Kuroko. "What's going on?"

"It's a long story.." Kuroko sighed. He was a bit happy that Akashi would be able to talk to everyone again. Vise versa for people like Midorima or Kise. "This isn't the Seijuuro I'm supposed to marry. This is Seijuuro's other personality, Akashi. The original personality." He told Takao.

"Huh? Other personality?" Takao stared at Kuroko as if he saw an alien spaceship. Who knew Kuroko had a sense of humor? Takao sighed, looking up at Akashi and Midorima. It looked like it would take a while so Takao decided to leave the two alone. Especially since Midorima seemed excited to talk to Akashi for some reason.

"While you two get ready, Kuro-chan and I will head out~" Takao grabbed Kuroko's hand and dragged him out the door, "Later Shin-chan~" Takao said before closing the doors.

Kuroko looked down at their joined hands and remembered about Seijuuro. He frowned slightly and lightly squeezed Takao's hand. "I'm sure Midorima-kun is happy that he'll be able to talk to Akashi again... Has he ever told you about Akashi?"

"Nope~ I don't really know what you meant by the double personality but I guess it's fine. As long as Shin-chan's happy." Takao smiled as he tugged Kuroko again. "Let's go."

"Okay." Kuroko followed Takao, not wanting to make the other impatient. "You care a lot about Midorima-kun right?"

"You noticed? I expected nothing less from my rival~ Actually, actually~ I wanted to ask you for advice for a while now~" Takao whispered so that nobody heard him. He leaned in closer, "You see, I make the moves but Shin-chan doesn't react at all! I don't know what to do." Takao frowned.

"Um.." Kuroko didn't know what to do either. He was in the same situation. It's not like he ever did it before either. Akashi fell in love with him first! He doesn't know how to make someone notice him. "I guess.. be yourself?"

Takao deadpanned, "Anything else? I mean you have Akashi drooling over you." No matter what Takao did, Midorima just ignored it or acted ignorant. Even though in most cases he was. Maybe Midorima is a newbie in love as well?

"But he fell in love with me first and I didn't even do anything." Kuroko frowned towards Takao. "Besides, I don't have Seijuuro at the moment. I told you that. It's his other personality so he's not exactly drooling all over me."

But Takao saw him just a minute ago! He was confused but still listened to what Kuroko said. "Che~ And here I thought you would help me~" Takao moved away, "I really hope Shin-chan returns my feelings." He sighed, looking into the distance.

"I'm sure he will, if he doesn't already. Midorima-kun isn't that good at showing his feelings after all." Kuroko said. "I'm not sure what to say... I may have Seijuuro but I still don't know what love is."

"That's hard... but does it have to have a definition? I mean it's like a feeling you get when an angel shoots you with his arrow of love." Takao teased.

He knew Takao was only teasing and trying to be himself, but Kuroko just wasn't feeling it tonight. With all these nightmares and questions about love and now having to get someone to approve of him just to get his Seijuuro back, anyone would be feeling hopeless and maybe even anxious. "He must be shooting me with the wrong arrow recently then." He mumbled.

"Haha! Come on cheer up!" Takao put his arm on Kuroko's shoulder. "If you're up for it then how about a threesome~ Me, you and Shin-chan~" Takao teased further.

"I don't think Midorima-kun or Seijuuro would like that.." Kuroko murmured. "Thanks though?"

"Ah~ Well I tried~" Takao sighed as the two neared the dancing hall. The whole event will take place in a luxurious restaurant inside the cruise. The two walked up to the entrance and showed the waiter their tickets before entering. Once inside, they were both surprised and stunned by the magnitude of the party. It was huge! With many fancy guests to boot! Not to mention free food! Free food! Takao wasn't going to let this chance slip by.

"Wanna eat?"

"Sure. I guess that's alright." Kuroko mind as well enjoy himself, even if Akashi wasn't there yet.

The two walked up to the beautiful buffet table and began picking up the dishes they like. Kuroko was just picking his when someone called out to him from behind. He was about to turn but the said person leaned against his back.

"Yo Tetsu. Having fun?"

Kuroko shrugged before letting out a soft sigh. "Please don't lean on me Aomine-kun. You're too heavy."

"Ah. Sorry." Aomine was about to get off but when he saw the food in front of him, he just couldn't help himself. He leaned in further and stretched his hand out to get a small piece of the chocolate cake. "This is actually good! Try this one Tetsu."

"Ah.. Okay." Kuroko reached for a small piece for himself. He didn't want to eat too much dessert before actually eating a meal. "I guess it's alright." He said after taking a small bite.

"Hmmm? You seem kind of down these days. What's up?" Aomine said as he finally got off the bluenette.

"Nothing... Just that Akashi has returned." Kuroko said, turning around to look at Aomine. "Your Akashi is back."

"You mean Akashi, Akashi?" Aomine asked but when Kuroko nodded he smiled widely. "Took him long enough. That bastard was gone for so long!" He looked around, "Where is he though?"

Kuroko felt a bit disappointed that everyone was so joyous that Akashi returned, but he understood why. The original Akashi was their original childhood friend after all. "He's changing because Midorima-kun spilled a drink on him."

"Megane did?" Aomine giggled a bit before taking another bite of his cake. "Let me guess. Forgot his lucky item?" Kuroko nodded again, Aomine sighed. "Man it's been so long. I wanna see Akashi too."

"You can see him soon when he comes to the party. He'll find me eventually. Hopefully." Kuroko muttered the last part as he glanced around. Maybe Akashi wouldn't spend the party with him but just look around for his old friends.

Aomine spared a couple of glances at Kuroko before looking around. There are so many people here so it would be really difficult for him and Kuroko to find the redhead. However, instead of seeing the redhead, Aomine saw another familiar figure. Who much to his annoyance was calling out to them.

"I actually found you guys!" Kise panted as he ran over to the three. He took a moment to regain his breath before smiling again. "You guys actually came to the party~ Well, I'm only surprised Aominicchi came actually~"

"Oi! Why wouldn't I come?" The tanned male asked as he chewed on his food. Of course... it was obvious to Kuroko and Kise why Aomine had come... The answer was right in his hand.

"Aominicchi is always one to get bribed with food." Kise sighed playfully. "Anyway, where's Akashicchi?" Kise remembered what happened the night before they came onto the cruise, but that may have been nothing after all!

"He's changing and should be back soon. I'm sure you'll be happy to see him..." Kuroko told Kise who seemed confused but just nodded.

"Yeah. Akashi is back and by that I mean the Akashi we knew back then." Aomine revealed.

"Really!?" Kise asked with a grin. So Akashi really did come back. This time Kuroko didn't say anything.

"Yeah! We get to meet him after so many years!" Aomine grinned as well but then he spotted someone he couldn't miss. It was his former giant purple head teammate who was walking towards the buffet.

"Oi Murasakibara!" Aomine called out to him, making the purple head turn towards them.

"Ara~ Ara~ So you came to the party too~?" Murasakibara asked but his attention was soon averted to the sweets that were on the table just next to the group. He walked towards the table but still stood with everyone else.

"Yeah but anyway we have something to tell you, right Kise?"

"Akashicchi is back. The original one!" Kise told Murasakibara. "After all these years, we'll get to see him again."

"Hmm~ Aka-chin is back? Maybe I should give him some snacks to celebrate his return~?" Murasakibara thought as he grabbed as much food from the buffet as he could and began stuffing it into his mouth.

"Where is he~?" looking around, Murasakibara noticed that Akashi was nowhere to be seen.

"Kurokocchi said he would be here soon." Kise explained and looked at the boy for him to confirm it. However the other seemed upset and possibly angry? "Kurokocchi?"

"Do any of you even miss Seijuuro?" He understood that this was the original Akashi they were talking about, but this was the Akashi they've been with for the past few years! Kise and Murasakibara should at least be concerned since they stayed at the same school, right?

The three were quite surprised with Kuroko's question and found it hard to answer. "Of course we do. But we didn't see the original for years so it's only natural for us to want to meet him again." Aomine remembered the times when the original was with them. It was so much fun and THERE WERE NO TORTUROUS TRAINING REGIMES! Compared to the devil Akashi, their Akashi was much more considerate of their feelings.

"Even so, can't you show a little concern? I'm not asking you to pray for him back or anything. At least act like you care." Kuroko frowned before sighing. Why was he getting angry? They were just excited to see someone they haven't seen in a long time... Without another word, Kuroko started to walk off. Maybe he just needed to cool his head.

Aomine, Murasakibara and Kise watched as Kuroko took his leave. They all felt guilty but they couldn't help it. They didn't see their friend in such a long time. How else would they act? Also, it's not like they don't like the second Akashi.

"So... who'll go after him?" Aomine asked but then his eyes glanced over at Kise.

"Hmmm~" Murasakibara did the same as now both Aomine and Murasakibara were looking at the blonde.

"Why is it always me?" Kise pouted but knew he had to take the job. Out of everyone there, he was the one who would be best at comforting someone. He sighed and followed Kuroko. He managed to stop the male before he left the party. "Kurokocchi, it's not that we don't like Akashicchi's presence. It's just that we haven't seen the original for a long time... We are just excited is all."

"You guys aren't even acting concern for Seijuuro though. I know you are all happy the original has returned, but what about Seijuuro? What if we never see him again? He isn't the original after all so it's not like he can force himself to become the host." Kuroko said with obvious concern. "I don't want Seijuuro to disappear.."

"And he won't. Akashicchi loves you and he won't leave you that easily." Kise reassured and smiled. "Come on, let's head back." He said and with reluctance, Kuroko agreed.

As the two headed back, Kise made sure to keep Kuroko close, offering the comfort the other needed. "You know Kurokocchi, I also feel left out at times."

Kuroko didn't know why Kise was saying this, but he didn't stop the other from talking. "I know how you feel kind of. I'm not really in anyone's sights like everyone else. Sure I have fan girls but... they're just that. I want a serious relationship. I don't want to be with someone who likes me just because of my popularity."

"You'll find someone," Kuroko reassured this time. "I'm sure you will. You're the kindest person I know Kise-kun. You'll find love one day."

"Thanks Kurokocchi." Kise smiled but it wasn't like any of his previous ones. This smile has a bit of sadness in it along with the feeling of being left behind. Kuroko was about to say something else when something caught his eye.

It was Akashi and Midorima who just arrived to the party. However, it wasn't long before Aomine and Murasakibara surrounded them.

The sad feeling returned to Kuroko, but he tried to push it down. Everyone was just excited, it wasn't their fault.

Kise noticed that Akashi was finally here and quickly went over to the group, Kuroko slowly lagging behind. Looks like the party wasn't going to be as fun as he originally thought.

"Took you long enough Akashi!" Aomine said, putting his arm around Akashi's shoulder.

"Hmmm~ Welcome back Aka-chin~" Murasakibara mumbled while taking out some candy from his bag to give to the redhead.

"I'm glad to see Akashicchi back! Midorimicchi was hogging him!" Kise pouted while looking at the two of them. Meanwhile Kuroko just watched, wondering if he should go to Akashi's side or try to find something else to do.

"I wasn't. It was an accident." Midorima pushed up his glasses. If only he had his lucky item, none of that would have happened. Luckily Akashi was kind enough to give it to him. A green tie.

Akashi smiled now that he was surrounded by his childhood friends. "It's been so long. How have you been?" Akashi asked, eyeing everyone. All of them had changed so much and Akashi could see it. Not only physically but they matured as well. Since the redhead didn't see them in so long, he could notice right away.

Kuroko watched all of them talk for a few minutes. How long would they take? Maybe the whole party if not the whole cruise. It's been years after all... "Hey Akashi-kun, I.." He tried speaking to the other but the chatter from the others kept interrupting him.

Well, maybe he should just let them talk... He wasn't having a good time at the party anyway. With a small frown, Kuroko turned away and walked off. He just wanted some fresh air anyway. It might clear his head and make him feel better.

He decided to go to the back of the ship where it's most likely secluded. Hopefully no one else got the same idea because at the moment, Kuroko just wanted to be alone. However that wouldn't be the case tonight. As he turned a corner, he noticed someone by the railings. Or rather on the railings! Were they going to jump?! Without thinking Kuroko ran towards the person and gently grasped their wrist so they didn't end up falling in. It was a woman. "You aren't going to jump, right?"

The woman was startled and almost slipped down when Kuroko approached her. "Let go! Let go or I'll jump!" She raised her voice, trying to shove the bluenette off. Getting a better look at her, Kuroko could see that she had beautiful long pink hair and had soft facial features.

"Why jump? You'll die if you jump and I honestly don't want to see anyone die in front of me!" Kuroko insisted, ready to pull the lady back if she jumped. He didn't want to pull her back just yet in case he accidentally hurts her.

"Let go! I swear I'll jump if you don't let go of me." she insisted, pulling on her hand that Kuroko held. He could see it in her eyes, just how determined she was and that she was telling the truth.

"No, I'm not going to let you do that. Do you really want to die? To drown?" If someone asked Kuroko which he feared more, heights or drowning, he'd pick drowning every time. "At least get down and tell me why because I know that if you jump, you might regret your decision before you hit the water and I don't want anyone to die with regrets. Please, at least tell me. I promise I'll listen to everything."

"You don't understand anything! Just like all men! You don't understand anything!" The woman raised her voice yet again as she tightened her grip on the railing. "Why do you have to break a woman's heart every single time! I'm sick of it!" She looked into Kuroko's eyes and it was then that Kuroko noticed that she was crying.

"It's alright. As far as I can tell, I've never even been with a woman much less broke any woman's heart. Just please don't do it. I know I'm just a stranger, but I'm here to hear you out. Please." Kuroko didn't want to let this crying woman in front of him try to drown herself.

The woman sobbed, not letting go of the railing. "Y-You won't change my mind! I can't stand this anymore! I don't know anymore... what should I do? Why can't I just find the right one?"

The right one? Was this a love problem? Kuroko wasn't sure if he would he the best for this but he sure as hell wasn't going to give up already. "I'm not going to force you to change your mind. I'll just listen okay? Just let go of the railing and we can talk... Please, I can help you."

"How? Are you some kind of a magician? Will you tell me who my destined one is?" She let go of the railing with one of her hands to rub the tears that were on her face. "No. I don't even need that. All I want is to be happy."

"I understand." Kuroko reassured, moving his hand off the woman's wrist but gently took her free hand. "Come on, let's go sit down. You can tell me everything if you want."

The woman sneezed, tears streaming down her face. She looked into Kuroko's eyes, finding care and worry for her in them. She hesitantly nodded before she climbed over the railing with Kuroko's help. "Will you really listen to what I have to say?"

"Of course." He smiled truthfully, leading the woman away from the railing. "I'm Kuroko Tetsuya.. May I please know your name?"

She followed Kuroko as they both sat down. She lowered her head down, fidgeting with the end of her dress. "Momoi Satsuki."

"Well Momoi-san, is there anything specific you want to get off you're chest? Or do you just want a moment to relax?" Kuroko asked, speaking softly to relax Momoi.

Momoi rubbed off more tears that were on her face. She slowly calmed down as the two sat in silence. The cold winds of the night blew and the waves crashed against the heavy metal of the cruise. Momoi closed her eyes and relaxed as the tears slowly stopped falling.

"I'm sorry. For causing you so much trouble. It's just that... you see... I've gotten into a fight with my boyfriend. Sometimes I feel that he doesn't care about me at all."

Kuroko stayed quiet, just listening and showing Momoi he'd listen. "What happened?"

"Well... At first when we started dating he was caring and passionate. I really loved him for who he was and he loved me back. But then somewhere along the way he... changed... He began treating me as an object rather than his lover, showing me off to his friends and even teasing me." Momoi looked up into the sky.

"Then my friend invited me to come to the cruise and I accepted because I didn't see everyone for so long... I told my boyfriend and of course he was all for it. Although when we came to the ship, all he thought about was drinking, partying, gambling and having fun. He didn't think about me and my feelings at all." She sobbed.

"Today we've gotten into a big fight because he told me that I was useless... He told me that I'm just his play thing and that I should know my place..." Momoi raised her hands to her face to cover it up as small tears escaped her eyes.

"That's not the love I was looking for... I didn't want this. All I want is to be happy and to have someone care for me."

Kuroko listened to every word Momoi said, visibly showing he was paying attention. He wasn't sure what he could do to help. He wasn't an expert at love. He's never even been in a heterosexual relationship before. It's not the different anyway right?

"Well... I can't say that it's alright because it's not. But I'm sure it will be alright eventually. If he treats you like that, he doesn't deserve you. I know it's hard but maybe you should move on from him and find someone else. Whenever you're ready of course. I can't say that you'll find the perfect one anytime soon but I am sure that you'll be happy. You just have to move on from your last boyfriend who doesn't even deserve you in the first place."

"Then it's a good thing I broke up with him huh?" Momoi smiled at the bluenette. It was a warm smile with some tears still falling down her face. "I loved him, I really did! But I really don't know what happened to him... Maybe... Maybe I wasn't such a good girlfriend after all. Sometimes I think 'Did I make him like this?'... But there's no way for me to know…"

"I don't think it was you. If you made him like that, then I'm sure you wouldn't be so upset that you'd jump off a cruise into cold ocean water." Kuroko smiled and gently wiped some tears off of Momoi's face, careful in case she didn't want to be touched. "After all not every relationship works right?"

Momoi looked up at Kuroko, nodding before she threw herself into his arms, her tiny hands clenching onto his shirt. She cried and cried, letting out the stress and sorrow that was building up inside her. Finally, she found somebody she could talk to and she was so glad that Kuroko was there to prevent her from jumping.

Kuroko gently patted her back and said reassuring things. Earlier he was upset that he had to leave the party but now he's grateful. If he didn't leave in time, he wouldn't have been able to save this woman. "It's pretty cold outside. Do you want me to escort you to your room? Unless you want to stay out here a little longer?" He asked when Momoi's crying ceased.

"If you don't mind, I would like to stay with you a bit longer. Is that okay?" She asked while leaning on the bluenette, holding his hand with both of hers.

"I understand. I don't mind at all." Kuroko said and relaxed beside Momoi.

"Thank you for saving my life." Momoi thanked her savior as she tightened her hold on his hand. "I'm in your debt."

"No, no, that's alright. I just wanted to help was all." He didn't want her to think that she had to pay him back in some way.

"But I have to do something to pay you back." Momoi smiled before placing her head on Kuroko's shoulder. "You're my savior after all."

"Well.. Nothing extreme please." Kuroko smiled. "How about coming to the party with me? I have to tell someone where I've been since I left unexpectedly any way."

"Of course! Anything for Tetsu-kun!" Momoi complied and stood up at the same time Kuroko did, maintaining her hold on the bluenette as if holding him is her only lifeline. "You're such a gentlemen, not wanting to keep your friends waiting. I'm jealous of Tetsu-kun's girlfriend~ Do you have one? Are you single?" Momoi enthusiastically asked and Kuroko could swear that he saw stars in her eyes as she anxiously awaited his reply.

"Well..." Kuroko didn't want to lie but he didn't know how Momoi would react if he outright said he was gay. "I'm actually on the cruise because I'm going to be marrying someone at the last destination of this cruise. I've been with them for almost four years now. I know we might not have waited as long as others but I'm personally excited."

"What!?" Momoi jumped up in surprise, not expecting the answer she received. "M-Marry? But you look so young!" Momoi pouted. Could Kuroko's looks actually be deceiving? He looks barely 20 years old! "Congratulations! I'm really happy for you! I'm really jealous of the lucky one you'll be marrying." Momoi sulked but tried not to show it to the bluenette.

"Ah! Come to think of it, my friend who invited me is also planning to marry! What a coincidence!"

"I am pretty young I guess." Kuroko smiled as they made their way to the party. "Really? Who's your friend? Did they say who or where they were marrying?" He asked curiously.

Momoi nodded excitedly, "He said he would marry in Hawaii after the cruise trip. So this is like a honeymoon except that its taking place before the actual wedding. Apparently his fiancée doesn't want to miss on her work so that's why they're having the honeymoon beforehand." When Momoi heard it for the first time, she found it so sweet that her friend would do something like this for the one he loves.

"I'm so jealous~ He sounded so excited to marry. I really hope they will live happily ever after~" Momoi mused, both happy for her friend but also envious. He sounded so in love... That's why Momoi hopes from the bottom of her heart, that he will be happy.

"Huh... That's strange. I'm in the same situation..." Was it all a coincidence? Or was it... "What's your friend's name Momoi-san?"

"Ah! His name is..." As Kuroko and Momoi walked through the crowd, Momoi noticed the all too familiar faces of her childhood friends. Her face soon turned from that of happy to that of excitement. "There he is! The one with red hair!" Momoi pointed to Akashi as she pushed Kuroko along with her to the group.

"Akashi-kun! Congratulations!" Momoi loudly said, bringing attention to herself. Everyone turned around to face her and smiled when they saw her, well except for Aomine.

"Satsuki? Who invited you?"

"Dai-chan so mean! Akashi-kun did!"

"Hahh? I didn't know you would be coming! Geez now the wedding is ruined."

"Nobody asked you ganguro! I'm here to see Akashi-kun and his fiancée." Momoi enthusiastically said as now she and Kuroko joined the group. Momoi still holding Kuroko by the hand.

"So? Where is she?" Momoi jumped in place, excited to finally meet the bride.

"Actually..." Everyone, except for Akashi, said in unison while looking at the bluenette. Momoi looked at them confusingly, having no idea what's going on.

"The fiancée isn't a girl... It's me." Kuroko had no idea that Akashi met someone like this. Did they meet in high school? "I didn't know you knew Seijuuro.."

Momoi stared at Kuroko with wide eyes. "Tetsu-kun!? It's you!?" She gasped in shock, holding her hand over her lips. But soon a hand found its way on her head.

"Surprised?" Aomine smirked, ruffling her hair. "Nice one Tetsu." Aomine giggled but his hand was soon slapped away by Momoi who then turned to face Kuroko, taking both of his hands in hers.

"Congratulations Tetsu-kun. I still can't believe that Akashi-kun is gay but if its you then I can understand." Momoi comically cried tears of joy as she hugged the bluenette.

"Tetsu-kun is truly one of a kind!" Momoi embraced the bluenette tightly, making everyone smile, even Midorima!

"Sa-chin likes Kuro-chin~ Congrats Kuro-chin~"

"Don't worry about it Tetsu. She's like that by nature." Aomine smirked, making Momoi tilt her head to stick out her tongue at the ganguro.

Kuroko was sure that the group would change their minds about what Aomine said if they knew how they met, but if wasn't his place to tell them. He just smiled and gently patted Momoi's head. "I'm glad you accept the marriage." He really didn't need another person disapproving of their marriage. Having his fiancé's other personality disapprove was stressful enough.

"Of course I do! I 100% approve!" Momoi hugged the bluenette tighter before giving him some room. Although not much as she moved aside to cling to his hand. "But I have to say that I'm jealous Akashi-kun. Keeping Tetsu-kun all to yourself." Momoi pouted while Akashi smiled.

"I agree. Kuroko is one of a kind." Akashi's words surprised the bluenette who listened in.

"Exactly! We should share." Momoi said, still holding onto the bluenette.

"I'm sorry. I can't do that." Akashi said, surprising Kuroko further.

Kuroko gave Akashi a small look of confusion. Akashi didn't have to say all this stuff since they technically weren't together. Maybe he was just looking out for his "brother"? "Don't worry Momoi-san, we can still be friends." He smiled softly at his new friend.

"Mou~ Fine but if something happens don't worry Tetsu-kun, I'll be here if you need any help. I owe you after all~"

"Huh? What do you owe him?" Aomine yawned before asking.

"Nothing~" Momoi replied, winking at the bluenette. "It's mine and Tetsu-kun's secret~"

"Oi!"

Momoi smiled as she looked around. "Where is Ki-chan?"

"Hewenttothebathroom~" (He went to the bathroom) Murasakibara replied but nobody understood him due to the candy that he was chewing on.

"It's good to see that nobody has changed." Momoi smiled happily. She could still remember their younger selves in middle school. Back than everyone got along and played basketball together. It was sad now that those times are over... They used to have so much fun back then…

"Yeah. I may not have known them as long as they've known each other but they are good people and fun to be around with." Kuroko looked around at all of them then at Akashi. "Actually.. How did you meet everyone and Seijuuro?"

"I'll explain." Akashi spoke up. "We all met in middle school. Momoi was our manager at the time and was known for her information gathering. Even now, we turn to her if we need any information on anyone."

"Yes but I didn't know about Tetsu-kun at all. No matter how much I looked I just couldn't find anything." Momoi said, earning giggles from Aomine.

"Even outside of the court Tetsu is like a ghost."

"Huh? Don't tell me... Tetsu-kun is Teiko's 'Phantom Sixth Man'? No wonder I couldn't find anything about you!" Momoi happily smiled, tightening her hold on the bluenette. "So far Tetsu-kun is the only one who escaped my sights."

"How come I haven't met you until now?" Kuroko asked as he glanced at Akashi. Did his Seijuuro not want him to meet her? Or perhaps they were supposed to meet on the cruise or at the wedding as a surprise?

"That's because I studied abroad. After middle school my parents moved so I had to attend high school in Europe. I would come for holidays but they would be really short so I had no time to meet up with anyone. Although I did meet Akashi-kun once. It was an emergency and he desperately needed information on Haizaki Shuugo." Momoi tilted her head. Akashi never told her the reason why he needed the information but soon enough she found out by herself. Now that she knows Kuroko, she could connect the dots.

"I'm sorry Tetsu-kun... for what you had to go through."

Kuroko looked away as he remembered the incident that happened only a few years ago yet felt like it wasn't that long since it happened. He knew it would be childish to still be afraid especially since he had Akashi now, but he still had the memories. That was more than enough to still make him feel scared. "It's okay. I have Seijuuro so.." However he didn't have his Seijuuro now which made him feel upset all over again.

Not linking where the conversation was going, Midorima quickly jumped in to change the topic. "So Momoi, I heard you work for the fashion magazine. Is it true?" Midorima knew that the topic would bring back bad memories, not to mention since Kuroko's Akashi wasn't present, it would worsen his emotional state. He wasn't a doctor in training for nothing. That and he cares for his friends.

"A-Ah yes. I work for 'Girl's Today'. I just got the job recently actually. And my first task is to spy on the Akashi Corporation's heir~ You don't mind if I write about the wedding Akashi-kun? Tetsu-kun?"

"Ah.. Sure. I don't mind." Kuroko looked over at Akashi. "Do you?"

"No. You can write about it." And when Akashi gave his consent Momoi jumped up in happiness. "Thank you so much! I have my first big story already! This is the second time I owe you Tetsu-kun." Momoi embraced the bluenette once again into a tight hug.

Kuroko patted Momoi's back with a tiny smile. He couldn't stay upset long when so many happy people were around him. He looked around and found another sight that made him happy, or rather amused. It was Kagami trying to sneak some food from the buffet table, probably so no one noticed how much food he's getting or to hide from Aomine. He decided not to give him away. "Sorry Momoi-san but I think I'll retire for the night. I'm a little tired…"

"Already?" Momoi pouted. She did want to spend the night with Kuroko and her childhood friends but she guessed she would need to give Kuroko some space. She'll have a lot of time to get to know him during the trip.

"Are you feeling alright Kuroko?" Akashi asked with a bit of worry.

"I'm fine." Kuroko said, glancing towards Akashi. He didn't know what to think with Akashi. Did he like him or not? "I'm just tired is all. You can stay here and catch up with everyone."

Akashi wasn't convinced but agreed nonetheless, "Alright. I'll head back as well once the party ends." Akashi said and before Kuroko left, everyone wished him a good nights sleep. Momoi waved after him as well as the bluenette went outside and out of their sights.

Kuroko just headed to their room so he could get some rest. He really was tired and he wanted to get rid of his disappointed feeling. Going to sleep would hopefully help that.

And as soon as he slumped down onto the bed, Kuroko fell into the world of dreams. However, little did he know that the much-needed rest he needed wasn't going to come.

Kuroko opened his eyes and surprisingly found himself in a crowd of people wearing carnival masks? The bluenette looked around before he noticed something... he was back in his old nerd appearance again! He touched his long hair and big black glasses as he looked around.

The room Kuroko was in was dark, lighted up by nothing else but candles that were positioned on the walls. While the room itself was dark, the occupants of the room were wearing masks and worse old antique clothing from the 19th century. Did he come back in time? Kuroko was lost and didn't know what to do, but did the only thing he could and that is move around. No good will come from just standing in one place.

When Kuroko made his way through the crowds of people he swore he could see something familiar. It was hard to see but he could swear that he could see Akashi's crimson red hair. With no other lead, Kuroko fastened his pace and ran towards Akashi's direction.

He bumped and pushed the mysterious people around him until he finally arrived to his fiancé. However what he saw was unexpected. Kuroko reached out for Akashi's hand but soon let go when the redhead shot him a glare.

Akashi and Momoi turned around to face the bluenette who stood in place, speechless. "What do you want?" Akashi's cold and emotionless voice asked.

"Sei-" He stopped when he realized this wasn't even his Seijuuro. It was Akashi! Where was his Seijuuro? "A-Akashi-kun...? Why are you with..?"

"Momoi? Isn't it obvious?" Akashi smirked but then suddenly he started to blur. Was it his vision or was Akashi really blurring? Kuroko rubbed his eyes but he was shocked by what he saw next. There were two Akashis? What's more they both stood by Momoi, one on one side and the other on the other side.

"She's our fiancé~" They said before each of them kissed Momoi's hand.

"But.. What about the wedding? The honeymoon?" Kuroko asked then looked at just Seijuuro. "Seijuuro.. why?"

Seijuuro smirked, taking Momoi's hand in his before lifting it up to his lips. "Because I don't love you."

"B-But..!" This was Kuroko's worst fear. He was afraid of Seijuuro leaving him. It was even scarier when he left him for someone else. "Seijuuro, what about us!"

"What about us?" Seijuro let go of Momoi's hand before looking at his other self. They both exchanged looks before they both walked up to Kuroko. Then just like Momoi's hands, they both took one of Kuroko's hands each. "Dear Tetsuya, how could I accept you..." Seijuro started... "When even my original self doesn't approve of you." And Akashi ended.

They both raised Kuroko's hands to their lips, bringing their bodies closer to the bluenette.

"I-I.. But we were together before I even knew about your original self.." Kuroko frowned. "What about all the hardships we faced? Does that not matter anymore?"

The two Akashis raised Kuroko's hands to their lips, each placing a kiss on the hand before looking up at the bluenette. "The hardships we faced were solely caused by you." Seijuro said as he raised his head so that he could whisper into Kuroko's ear. "Remember the time our father disapproved of you?"

Akashi also stood up to whisper into Kuroko's other ear, "And the time Haizaki took you away?"

"These events were both caused by your foolishness." They both whispered in unison into Kuroko's ears.

No that wasn't true. Those times couldn't be his fault... "If that's true then you didn't have to chase after me both times!" Kuroko yelled, tears already forming in his eyes. He loved Seijuuro to death but what if it's true? What if he was being foolish?

Seijuro smirked, moving so that he licked the tears that fell down Kuroko's cheeks. "Dear Tetsuya, I was only helping you~ I took pity on the little nerd that got teased by everyone~ Nothing more, nothing less."

The other Akashi moved to stroke Kuroko's long hair. "Such beautiful hair... It's such a waste that it's wasted on you."

"But you said you'd love me even if I returned to these looks." Kuroko frowned as he looked between the two. "Please.. I just want my Seijuuro back.."

Seijuro's smirk widened as he looked up at Kuroko, taking off his nerdy glasses and throwing them onto the ground before stepping on them, shattering them to pieces. Then he moved his hand so that it rested on Kuroko's cheek before he kissed the bluenette. The kiss was deep and just like the usual kisses he and Akashi had many times. Yet... why does it feel so different?

Seijuro broke the kiss and moved away while the other Akashi kept stroking Kuroko's hair.

Kuroko felt a little uncomfortable especially after that strange kiss. He slightly moved away from Akashi's touch. "I-I don't want any of you to touch me unless you tell me how you feel about me.."

Both Akashis smiled but maintained their hold on the bluenette. Restricting his movement while touching his body teasingly. "Hmm~ you're right. It would really be a waste for Tetsuya to have such beautiful hair~" Seijuro said but when Kuroko blinked, he suddenly noticed that there were scissors in Seijuro's hands.

The other Akashi did nothing but smile, holding up strands of Kuroko's hair for Seijuro to cut. "We'll help you get rid of it." Both of them said in unison as the scissors cut the first strands of Kuroko's hair.

"H-Hey, don't cut it without my permission!" Kuroko said, struggling in Akashi's hold while watching the pair of scissors.

*kaching* and it was gone. Kuroko helplessly watched as some of his teal blue hair fell onto the floor. Both Akashis ignored his pleas and smiled in amusement.

"How would you like your hair Kuroko?"

"I think we should cut everything~ It would be a new experience for Tetsuya~"

Both Akashis smirked, their faces now completely dark. Kuroko could only see their red eyes and one golden one as they looked at the helpless Kuroko. Now the room's lighting dimmed further and Kuroko could notice that all of the other occupants in the room were looking at him. Those mysterious people in strange clothing and masks... They were all looking at him... laughing and smiling at Kuroko's helplessness.

"No.." Kuroko could feel himself shrink away at their stares. Why? Why did this always happen to him? "Why are you doing this?!" He yelled, closing his eyes tightly.

"Poor Tetsuya~ Don't worry, we're doing this for your own good~" Seijuro said as he cut more of Kuroko's hair. The laughter of the room's other occupants intensified and Kuroko could feel how the sound pierced his ears as it got louder and louder.

However, suddenly as the laughter reached it's peak it suddenly stopped. Kuroko had no choice but to open his eyes again to see what had happened. When he opened his eyes, everyone was still as if frozen in time. While everyone stood like a stone, the two Akashis were gone. Nowhere to be seen.

Kuroko frantically looked around and finally spotted the two Akashis. They stood beside Momoi, their backs facing Kuroko as all of them stood frozen in a walking motion. As if they were walking away from the bluenette.

Kuroko kneeled on the ground, not knowing what to do. Luckily someone was there with him, and that someone pushed a small pocketknife towards Kuroko's direction with his foot.

Kuroko looked at the knife with confusion. Why? What was he given a knife for? He looked up at the three that appeared to be turning away from him. His eyes were trained on Momoi. No, he couldn't... He couldn't possibly kill her!

"Do you think that's the answer?" A new yet familiar voice asked Kuroko, making him look at the direction the voice came from. When he turned around, he saw Nijimura who had his hands in his pockets, casually looking at the bluenette.

"The answer? Killing her isn't the answer! I refuse to kill her or anyone else!" Kuroko promised, throwing down the knife. "I don't know the answer yet but please, killing isn't the answer!"

"How can you be so sure?" Nijimura stepped on the thrown knife. "Perhaps its the answer you're refusing to accept?"

"No, it's definitely not! If you kill and get caught not only will the person you love see you differently, but you'll be taken away!" Kuroko frowned. "I can't kill. I don't want to kill.."

"Only if you get caught that is." Nijimura's words pierced through Kuroko like a bullet. "See? You don't consider other options. You have to see the whole picture to understand the situation. Only then will you understand that love is a cruel, cruel thing."

"Stop. Stop playing with me!" Kuroko covered his ears, shaking his head. "I'm trying to find the answer so please, stop! I know for sure that killing isn't the answer! I don't want blood on my hands!"

Nijimura smirked, picking up the knife that was on the floor. "So foolish... but I don't blame you. I was like you once, full of selfish hopes and dreams."

Suddenly the whole scenery changed and morphed into a white abyss. It was like a repetition of the last dream, only now there were two dead bodies on the ground, laying in the large puddle of blood. Akashi and Seijuro lay emotionlessly on the ground as one sole person stood above them.

The person was Momoi who was smiling, holding a bloody knife up. "I did it Tetsu-kun~ Isn't this love?" Momoi purred, making Kuroko fall on his knees.

Nijimura sighed before walking up to the bluenette and kneeling beside him. He touched some of the blood that was on the ground, getting it on his hand before he took Kuroko's hand and pushed it to the puddle.

"You know... I'm sure you've already realized it somewhere deep inside you." Nijimura leaned in closer. "That there is no other answer." Nijimura's voice pierced through him yet again, and just like a shot from a bullet, Kuroko woke up.

He looked around and saw that it was dark out. Beside him in bed Akashi was sleeping peacefully. Kuroko immediately remembered his dream and cringed away from Akashi. He didn't know what to think anymore. He was too shaken up and he just needed to be alone.

Kuroko moved to the edge of the bed and took a moment to catch his breath. What was the answer? It definitely wasn't killing! What could it be? He needed to find the answer soon before these nightmares end up driving him mad.


Author notes

MANY THANKS TO yukino76, Rinfantasy, Kuro13Dead, Reality Slap, ZestyPickle, ShinseiShinwa, Kuroko-SenPaille, simsimchocolatte, Richyou, Nameless, MJ and ghost reader FOR REVIEWING!

KurokoTetsuya101: Hi guys :) I really enjoyed reading your reviews for the previous chapter XD Everyone is confused and I don't know if its a good thing or a bad thing BUT I love seeing your theories and thoughts of what will happen :) They're really interesting. Sometimes I really wish I could tell u but... gomen XD I hope the ball is what you expected it to be, even though it didn't turn out so well for Kuroko. Plz review and we'll see u next week :D

The Lucky Bell: I really hope you guys don't dislike the future chapters. It takes a long time to write a story like this so sometimes it feels rushed doesn't it? Cause we get so many ideas throughout the story. I guess it might confuse you guys. I don't know if I'm making sense right now- Um I guess the reason why I'm not making any sense or whatever is because of this week's pet update.

Pet Update: I know most of you probably don't read this but I'm putting it here anyway. Remember two weeks ago how I was talking about my old dog Zeus having seizures? He passed on last night. The reality of it didn't hit me yet, so I guess I'm kind of alright now. We are going to go bury him today... I'm hoping my mother will allow me to take one of my charms (which are very special to me) and give it to him. I want to give him one that says "Celebrate Life". I hope it's good enough.

Sorry for all the sadness, I just need to get it out somewhere. Please enjoy the chapter and future chapters.

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