Yes, I finally finished this chapter. I'm sorry for not updating but overtime has been killing me, especially with only one day off. But enough rambling, I'm back for a short while and I hope you enjoy the chapter.
As the Seirin team returned to the school, they stopped by the gym to have a meeting.
"Good work today boys. We managed to beat Kaijo, but don't get complacent. While it was a victory, it was a pretty close call. And don't forget that next week we leave for the joint training camp with Rakuzan. Make sure you're packed and ready." Riko stated to the players, the look on their faces showing their excitement. After going over the requirements and what was expected of them, the Seiren players left.
While walking to the station, Kagami and Kuroko stop by Wac's to get a meal before walking to the station. The walk was quiet until Kagami broke it.
"So what were you and Kise talking about? I only heard a bit of the ending but he seemed kinda relieved after you two spoke with each other." Kagami asked, curious.
"Nothing much. He wanted to see if I was ok after the match." Kuroko replied.
"Well it was quite the fall. I'm surprised you manage through the rest of the game. "The taller had been really worried at seeing the blood.
"We also talked about Kagami-kun. You sure are loved by him."
"W-w-what do you mean?" Kagami stuttered out. Now he really wanted to know what they were talking about.
After thinking about it, Kuroko responds,"Hmmmm, secret. Though Kise-kun might tell you." Seeing that they were already at the train station, he said, "Well this is my stop. I'll see you Monday."
Kagami pov
I make it home and walk into Kise talking to the others about my match.
"-was amazing. He was like a ghost on the court. And I even got a chance to play with him. He matched my rhythm even though we've never played together. "
"I thought the shorty would've been a reserve player. He doesn't look like he'd be able to do much." I heard Aomine say.
"I'm back." I say, making myself noticed by the others, since they were too busy listening to Kise to notice.
"Welcome back." Midorima greets back, before looking at Kise. "In any case, we'll get to see his skills next week."
"Hey, I heard you almost got beat today by some no-name. You losin your touch?" Aomine taunts me. Man what a pain, was my thought.
"Taigacchi tell'em about Kurokochii. He played like he was a ghost, it was amazing." Kise said.
"You guys'll be really surprised by how he plays." I said in agreement to Kise. "Our opponents were strong. And we still won in the end so it doesn't matter how close the match was." I told Aomine.
"Well guess that's something to look forward to. Maybe I'll get a chance to play with him at the camp. "Aomine said.
"Oh yeah, Kise, what were you and Kuroko talking about at the park? He wouldn't tell me." I question the blond, remembering the events at the park.
"Aww, are you jealous that Kurokochii will like me more than you? That's so cute. Don't worry, I still love you too." Kise said, avoiding the question. Seriously, what were they talking about.
"Seems like someone has a crush on the shorty. Might want to keep an eye on him." Aomine said, pointing to Kise.
"I would have to agree. You can be a bit much when you like someone." Midorima said, agreeing with him.
"How mean, both of you. I'm not that bad." Kise pouted. "I just seem drawn to him like I did with you guys. Plus, Kurokochii seems nice and he looks cute."
Feeling a headache coming, I decided that it was time to leave. Letting them know that I already ate and was going to sleep, I leave.
A crush huh. Images of Kuroko suddenly pop into my head. Hemight not be the only one, was my last thought before falling asleep.
Normal pov
The week passes by in a flash for the Seirin players. After practice, on the day before they were to leave, Riko made an announcement.
"Gather round everyone. Now tomorrow is the day we leave for the training camp. Make sure you have everything packed and ready for the week."
"Man, I'm actually getting nervous. We're actually going to be training with that powerhouse of a school."Koganei said, while Mitobe just nodded.
"Don't chicken out now. Interhigh is like two weeks after the camp and we need to be prepared." Hyuga shouted at the teen.
"Exactly. So make sure you learn all you can from them." Riko interjected before showing everyone a list." This is a copy of the tournament bracket.
"Our senpais made it to the final league right? And with Kagami and Kuroko, the first few matches should be easy, don't you think?" Furihata asked Kawahara.
Overhearing the conversation, Hyuga walks over to the two and smacks them upside the head. "Idiots, what are you talking about?" Before the two could apologize, he continued. "This is a tournament that ends if we lose even once. Whether first or final, we can't go easy on anyone."
"But man, when you look at the list, there are a lot of teams…Wait there's a second page!" Fukuda said, looking through the pages in shock.
Hyuga begins explaining how the matches work."There are 4 blocks, from A to D and the winner of each block is qualified for the final round. And in the final league, the best three teams are qualified for the interhigh tournament. Among the 300 school's that participate, only three schools are chosen to compete in the final stage."
"I get that, but you're mistaken about one thing captain. They aren't chosen, they're won right?" Kagami said.
"Well said. As for our first opponent, it's gonna be Shinkyo high school. Earlier I went to check them out." Riko said, while taking out her phone and showing it to everyone,"And they have a player that's gonna be a bit troublesome for us. See?"
On the screen showed a picture of a kitten."It's cute but.." starts Hyuga, but trails off.
"Sorry,next picture." On the screen was a male with black hair and eyes. He was tall with especially long arms and legs."His name is Papa Mbaye Siki, height is 200 cm, weight is 87kgs. He's a foreign exchange student from Senegal."
Everyone stared in shock at the picture, before shouts broke out.
"Senegal!?"
"A foreign exchange student? Wait, where is Senegal?"
"H-huge"
"The guy's huge, so what?" Kagami saiad, looking unconcerned.
"So this Papa Mabi..what was his name?"
"Ugh, we're getting nowhere. Kuroko find a nickname for the guy." Riko said to Kuroko.
After thinking for a minute, Kuroko said "Dad."
"Alright, so Dad is basically the definition of tall. As not only is his height, but also his arms and legs are long too." Riko said looking seriously at the team."By recruiting just a single foreign student, they seem like a completely different player. If we can't reach him… with just that, we won't be able to win."Everyone stared at her in silence.
"But I'm not saying there's nothing we can do. Kagami-kun. Kuroko-kun. You two will be having a special training menu starting after we get back from the camp. And this goes to everyone, we're gonna be working hard until the preliminaries, so no complaining." Riko tells the team as she dismisses them.
I know not a lot happened but I tried to make it as long as possible without getting to the camp. Also, if someone has a suggestion as to what Midorima could be, I could use some help. Something involving luck. Please review and let me know what you think.