Hey everyone! I am SO SO SO SORRY that I haven't updated recently and certainly not on the day that I promised I would. I do have a valid excuse though, so hear me out before you bring out the axes and pitchforks: I accidentally spilled juice on my keyboard! '' I was so heartbroken! My precious computer was ruined!! Only some of the keys actually worked and the space bar was not one of the one. I couldn't type a single sentence. It would just look like a string of letters than coherent sentences. Then, my computer was flooded with viruses daily! I don't know what was going on but surely someone out there was after me! Oh my gosh, it was horrendous and as each day went by I felt so bad for not updating. I just got my new keyboard in the mail finally and by then, I admit I was losing interest in writing my story. I have no idea where it is going and not sure what I am going to do with it. Then, college work came along and interrupted me again – I have been so busy with the assignments my horrible teachers have been giving me! (sigh)…

Anyways, here I am, giving all my faithful readers and reviewers the next chapter that has been demanded. To say I was surprised with the amount of reviews I got would be an understatement. I love you all and don't worry, I won't give up on this story. Also, here's a bit of good news: School is ending in another month, so I'll have the whole summer to finish this fic. Yay! But, I will try to update before then and not leave you all hanging again like I did last time, I really am sorry…. I didn't realize how much people liked my story, I am still a newbie at this fanfiction-writing business.

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Chapter 5: Tennis Prodigy, Fuji Syusuke

"Yoshi!" Fuji said, standing up and heading onto the court where his opponent waited.

After watching Eiji's match against Keisuke, Arai was a bit nervous about his own match. He was still confident that he would win, no doubt about that, but he was as curious as they all were about what type of tennis Fuji played. During his friend's match, Arai had watched Fuji, trying to gauge his opponent and glean some sort of information that would give him an edge over the mysterious boy. But, Fuji had merely sat there calmly next to the captain, smiling.

He seems so clueless. Arai thought. What is with him? How can he see with his eyes closed like that? Is it some sort of trick? And, what was it he and Eiji said about a "show?" Does he think I am so weak, that he can easily beat me? We'll see about that, Fuji! I'll show you I'm not someone to take lightly…

"I'm looking forward to Fuji's match, aren't you, Ryoma? Especially after his friend's acrobatic moves, I wonder how Fuji plays… When they were stretching, Fuji didn't focus on anything special like Eiji did with those jumps and flips. He just concentrated on his arms and legs like usual…" Momo commented.

"Hmm… mada mada da ne…" Ryoma murmured, eyes already fixed on the two boys who were facing each other on the court.

Watching each other across the net, Fuji smiled at his opponent.

"Nice day for a match, ne Arai-san?" he asked.

"Let's get this over with." Arai replied, full of confidence.

Shrugging, Fuji moved into the receiving position as his opponent prepared to serve.

The ball was tossed up in the air. Watching it fly, Arai chanced a glance at Fuji to see him ready, waiting, and … smiling. That damn smile of his is getting annoying. I'll make sure it's not there for long. With new resolve, Arai brought his racket up and slammed the ball across the court in a bullet serve, his specialty.

Fuji quickly moved to intercept the ball and returned it nimbly. Momentarily shocked by Fuji's movement, Arai missed the ball that zoomed past him.

"15-love, Fuji."

How did he return my serve so easily? Only the other regulars can do that…

Serving again, the game began as Fuji deftly returned each of Arai's serves and carrying on several volleys showing his easy control of the court. The first set was quickly won by Fuji, Arai failing to get one ball past the other boy.

"Change courts." Oishi called out.

"Hmm… I wonder why Eiji was so smug and awed by Fuji's skills," Momo asked from his place behind the fence. "There was nothing too special about what we saw just now beyond his quick foot-work and ability to return all of Arai's plays."

"You're right, Momo." Inui agreed. "There is something more that we are missing..."

Hearing their conversation, Eiji turned to them and smiled. "Don't worry. Fuji is just warming up. He should be ready now, though, so keep your eyes peeled (wink)."

"Warming up? He's just warming up?!?" Keisuke whispered. "Arai has the better chance of becoming a regular between the two of us, and this guy… is using him to warm up?"

"Hm, very interesting." Oishi said, turning back to the court. Both players were moving toward the other side, crossing the net on different sides. Arai was sweating profusely while Fuji seemed fine. He was sweating lightly, but it could just be from the warm weather.

Fuji continued to walk to the opposite side, but stopped briefly in front of Tezuka and Eiji who were sitting on the bench in front of him. Looking first at Eiji, Fuji considered his condition. He seems fine which is a relief. I was worried that we would have to leave or call home. Eiji pushed himself a bit too much, playing around as he did with that other boy. He was too wrapped up in the joy of playing to be fully aware of his own condition. That is why we watch out for each other, each knowing the other's limits and when help is needed beyond our own abilities. Eiji is recovering from his bout with Keisuke, no longer breathing harshly or sweating from strain. Good. But, Eiji is stronger than me and considering my current condition, I know that I need to finish this match quickly.

"One more game, Eiji, then we can go home. Alright?"

Hearing this, Eiji looked more closely at his best friend. He is tired. All he really did was return that boy's hits – he did none of his specialty moves that require more strength and concentration… But, by the look in his eyes, he is going to pull out a few of those now to end this quickly. He knows that I am tired as well; it has been a long day and playing these matches, especially in such hot weather, is not helping us. That phrase he just used, I know what he means. I agree, we both are going to need a ride home after this and what will surely result from Fuji's match.

"Just a minute, Fuji."

Getting up slowly, Eiji walked a short distance away and pulled out his cell phone from underneath his shirt. Pressing a few buttons, he began to talk quietly to the other person on the line.

Meanwhile, all the other regulars were confused by these actions. What was going on? They wondered. Who is Eiji calling and why was he carrying a cell phone, concealed underneath his shirt, obviously for quick and easy access?

Tezuka, still sitting right in front of Fuji, silently fumed as the same questions warred in his head, but he had a bit more insight as he was so close to the two boys. Fuji had picked up his water bottle and was sipping slowly from it, drawing Tezuka's gaze to his slim neck and face. He's sweating … a bit pale, too, now that I think about it. Is he alright?

When Fuji had begun playing, Tezuka had been anticipating a great match but was sadly disappointed as he merely saw Fuji returning the ball easily and winning the first set. Looking beyond that though, he noticed that Fuji would sometimes hesitate before he moved, almost like he was planning to do one thing, then would quickly change his mind. He moved gracefully across the court and swung smoothly, demonstrating his skill… but … something was missing. Tezuka couldn't place it yet but, he felt like Fuji was not playing up to his full potential. He was holding back.

Then, when Fuji had come up to him and Eiji, he noticed that he didn't look as calm and unflustered as before. Frustration turning to worry, Tezuka watched Fuji watch Eiji, blue eyes open and studying his friend. What does he see? Eiji seems to be recovering from whatever happened to him on the court, whether it just be his seemingly low stamina or something else… but, then Fuji is looking for confirmation, I guess. His worry for his friend is admirable. Looking again at Fuji's palor, Tezuka was about to ask if Fuji was okay, but then Fuji told his friend to wait one more game and then they would leave. There seems to be something more to that phrase though, as Eiji studied his friend in turn, probably seeing the same signs of tiredness that I do. He then got up and pulled a cell phone out from beneath his shirt and calls someone. Obviously, this person is important or called often as it is a speed-dial number. He moves out of range so I can't tell what he is saying but, soon he returns.

"Okay, Fuji. 10 minutes."

Fuji smiles lightly at his friend who pats him on the shoulder and lightly pushes him toward the court.

Turning back one more time, Fuji glanced at Tezuka to see him staring in interest and questions rising in his eyes.

"Don't worry, everything will be fine." he said, moving into serving position.

Eiji looked behind him to see who Fuji was speaking to to see Tezuka nod at Fuji in return. His arms were still crossed across his chest, but his eyes never strayed from Fuji.

Oh? What's this, hmmm…? Eiji wondered, hiding a smile as he returned to his seat. Looks like Fuji's gained an admirer already… hehehe, and it's the captain too …. Hehehe…

Tezuka tensed at the giggling beside him and turned to find Eiji staring at him with a glint of mischief in his eyes. Crap! What'd I do? Was I staring again…?

"It's okay, I won't tell him anything." Eiji said, still smirking lightly.

Tezuka just stared at him.

"Hehehe, don't look so cold. It's really okay. And you better turn to the court, Fuji is about to start."

"Start what?" Tezuka reluctantly asked, relieved the auburn-haired boy would not pester him for being caught staring at Fuji.

"Start to play, of course. He's gonna pull out a few of his special moves." Eiji said, eyes sparkling. "They are amazing! It's no wonder he is a prod-"

"Eiji!" Fuji called out, cutting his friend off.

"Oops! Sorry, I'll shut up now."

What was that he was about to say? 'Prod-'… what?

"Okay, we'll resume the game, now. Fuji, to serve." Oishi called out, regaining everyone's attention.

Arai waited tensely on the other side of the court. The short break had helped him to recover a bit of his stamina, but he was still tired. He watched as his opponent tossed the ball up and quickly focused on the game.

Fuji had already planned what he would show and what he would keep hidden for a later day. He decided he would tease his audience just a bit, but show enough to end this game fast so Eiji and he could go home and rest.

Tossing the ball up, he watched if for a moment as it fell then quickly brought his racket up and sending the ball across the court. Arai returned the shot easily, hitting the ball to a corner. Fuji was prepared for that and was already in position. Putting his left hand out in front of him, Fuji opened his eyes, bright blues piercing across the court. A couple of the spectators gasped at the sight. Bringing his racket up, he hit the ball back to Arai's side of the court, closing his eyes once again. Tezuka noticed the move and quickly sat forward, eyes locked to the ball, wondering what it would do. He had never seen such a position as the one Fuji had just stood in. Also, opening his eyes for the shot … there was definitely more to it than what it seemed…

Arai, who had been momentarily stunned by Fuji's blue eyes, quickly moved to intercept the ball, calculating where it would go once it bounced. Waiting, he was shocked when after the ball bounced, instead of flying up like normal, the ball merely skimmed along the ground until out of the court.

Silence rang across the court before the chatter began.

"What the heck was that?!?"

"Did you see that?"

"Wow!"

"Have you ever seen a shot like that? What is it called anyways?"

Hearing that last question, Eiji turned toward the regulars who had clustered closer to the fence. "That's one of Fuji's Triple Counters, the Tsubame Gaeshi. It's great, huh? I have no idea how he developed that shot, or any of his others, that is… but, that's Fuji, you know?"

"Tsubame Gaeshi?" Momo said. "What kind of name is that? Why'd he name it, the Swallow Return? And, you said 'Triple' counters. You mean there are two other shots like that?"

Next to him, Inui was scribbling furiously in his notebook head coming up every few seconds to glance at Fuji and his racket.

Not knowing which question to answer first, Eiji just answered the last one. "Yes, there are two other counters he developed, each named after animals as well; he created them several years ago, when we were young so the names are from a child's mind, I guess. But, Fuji loves animals so they fit even today."

Tezuka's mind was reeling. He developed that shot and others like it years ago.?!?. How could he have done that as a child? He must be a prodigy of some sort… Wait, prodigy... Yes, of course. That was what Eiji was going to say earlier, 'prodigy.' But, why does he want to conceal that fact? That shot was amazing! I have not seen the like and there are apparently more like it… Fuji, you become more interesting with each passing minute.

"40-love, Fuji."

Turning back to the court, they all focused on the game that was almost over. After seeing the Tsubame Gaeshi, Arai knew he couldn't win. That level of play is somewhere near the captain's, I think. I can't compete with that. But… I want to at least score one point against this guy!

Rushing toward the net at a high lob, Arai jumped to smash the ball. But, Fuji had set this up on purpose to show just one more shot. He could tell that he was quickly losing his stamina and his breathing rate had increased as well.

Moving in front of where the ball would land, he heard gasps around him. The others were wondering why he was putting himself right in the way of the smash.

What is he thinking?! He's going to get hit! Tezuka thought. I've got to stop him… or something. I don't want him hurt… But, why am I acting so protective of this boy I met less than 8 hours ago?

Sensing movement beside him, Eiji put his hand on Tezuka's shoulder. Tezuka turned at the touch which prevented him from rising from the bench as he had planned.

"It's okay. Just watch. Fuji will be alright. This shot will end it: his second Triple counter, the Higuma Otoshi."

Tezuka sat back, trusting Fuji's friend to be right or he would face serious damage later… Quickly looking back at the court, he saw Fuji bring his racket up to the smash and spin so his back was facing the net and bend forward slightly. After hitting the ball up high, his arms were spread out to his sides and his body lunged forward… unharmed.

Tezuka sighed lightly in relief as Eiji just smiled at his reaction.

The ball sailed over Arai's head to land untouched at the back of the court.

"Game set and match, Fuji wins 2-0." Oishi called out, climbing down from his chair to join the others in congratulations.

"Wow, Fuji-senpai. That was great!" Momo exclaimed loudly. "What was that last move? How did you counter a direct smash?"

Everyone had crowded around Fuji who had moved to the bench that Eiji and Tezuka had sat on during the match. Eiji had handed him a towel and his water bottle, from which he was currently drinking. Standing next to Tezuka, Fuji's eyes had closed again and he was generally ignoring those around him.

Getting no answer from him, Momo turned to Eiji. "So, Eiji-senpai, what was that?"

Grinning, Eiji said, "That was the second of Fuji's Triple counters, the Higuma Otoshi. Cool, huh?"

"Yeah! It was amazing!!" Momo gushed.

"Hn."

"Mada mada da ne." Ryoma said, unwilling to admit how impressed he was.

Inui didn't respond as he was too busy writing and observing Eiji and Fuji.

Oishi had moved to stand beside Eiji and was congratulating him as well. Inui watched how the two laughed and joked, but he could sense something was still off. Eiji was still sweating a little, and he remembered how pale he had been once his match had ended. Looking at Fuji now, he noticed a similar reaction. Fuji had set his water bottle aside, but his breathing was quick and his face a bit pale. Tezuka stood beside him, watching the boy with an almost concerned expression on his face. Hmm… interesting. Inui thought. I'll have to keep on eye on those two… Inui refocused, though, as the conversation shifted.

"Where did you two learn to play like that?" Kawamura had asked, shyly. He had stood to the side until now, but even he was curious about these two.

"Hmm, no where really." Eiji replied. "We've played together forever and learned from other kids at the park near where we used to live. Right, Fuji?"

Lifting his head upon hearing his name, Fuji straightened his stance and replied, "Aah." Eiji noticed the tiredness in his friend's voice and had seen the straightening of his shoulders. Fuji had been leaning ever so lightly toward Tezuka who stood beside him. The captain had not said anything, nor did he now as Fuji started swaying towards him again.

He really is tired. Tezuka thought. His face is so pale and he keeps swaying lightly. Moving closer to Fuji's side, he positioned himself to catch Fuji should he fall. What is wrong with him? He seemed alright before, now his strength seems to be fading. Fuji had leaned toward him again, this time making contact and resting his body lightly against Tezuka's side, head against his shoulder. Is he sleeping? I can barely tell with his eyes shut like that, but he is resting against me now in exhaustion; he seems so frail. But… none of this adds up! What is wrong and how come these two are tired after only a few games?!?

None of the others seemed to have noticed Fuji's fatigue, or the fact that he was now leaning up against Tezuka's side, head pillowed on his shoulder, seemingly asleep. No one but Eiji and Inui, that is.

Seeing his friend like that, Eiji quickly tried to steer the conversation away from his friend and the attention back to him.

"You two are good enough to play as regulars! Why don't you join the team?" Kawamura said.

"That's a great idea! Ne, ne, Oishi-senpai, what do you think?" Momo asked, excitedly.

"Hmm…" Oishi said. Glancing at Tezuka, his eyes widened to see Fuji leaning against him, asleep. Is he alright? Turning back to Momo, quickly so as not to draw attention to the two, Oishi wondered as to Tezuka's reaction to Fuji sleeping on him like that. He didn't seem to mind, now that I think about it. Hmm… I'll have to ponder this later.

"I don't know. They are great players, of course, as we all saw. But, I'll have to talk it over later with Tezuka and Ryuzaki-sensei."

"This will be great! You two could really strengthen Seigaku's tennis team!" Momo said, turning to Eiji who had been packing up both his and Fuji's things.

Zipping up Fuji's bag and placing it next to his own readied bag on the bench, Eiji replied. "We can't join your tennis team."

Silence.

All of the members turned to stare at Eiji. Tezuka wondered why as well, but continued to support Fuji with a tentative arm around his waist and concerned eyes on his sleeping face.

"What?! Why not?" Momo cried.

"Yes, Eiji. Don't you want to join the team?"

"Ssshhhh…"

Many of the members had confused looks on their faces. Who would not want to join the tennis team?

"It's nothing. We agreed to come today, just to play a little bit with you. We never said we wanted to or were going to join your team." Eiji replied.

"But, but …"

Just then, they all heard cries of "Aniki! Eiji-niisan!" followed by a boy with light brown hair and sharp grey eyes running toward them, followed by two older girls.

Fuji seemed to wake up at the boy's cries and jolted a bit when he realized just who he was leaning against. Looking up at Tezuka, he opened his eyes to stare into Tezuka's golden-brown ones. Reading something hidden there, he smiled and patted Tezuka's arm lightly, whispering a quiet, "Thank you."

Straightening up, Fuji looked over at Eiji who had turned toward the gate when he heard their names being called.

The regulars parted the circle they had formed around Eiji and Fuji and admitted the young boy and two women.

"Aniki!" Yuuta cried, jumping at Fuji, arms encircling his waist.

"Yuuta," Fuji said softly, petting his hair and reassuring his little brother.

"Eiji," "Fuji," the women said.

"We're okay. Let's get going, though." Eiji said, picking up his bag and handing Fuji's to him.

"Here, I'll take it." Yuuta said, putting his brother's bag on his own shoulder.

"Thank you, Yuuta." Fuji said, smiling lightly. Turning back to Tezuka, Fuji smiled again, nodded and moved toward his sister as Eiji did the same to Oishi.

"Wait a sec!" Momo called out. "Who are these people? And, why are you leaving all of a sudden?"

"These are our older sisters, you can tell which is which by hair color probably." Eiji said, earning him a swat from each of the girls. Laughing lightly, he continued, "And this is ochibi, Fuji's little brother."

"Eiji-niisaaaaannnnn! Don't call me 'ochibi'!" he said, stomping his foot angrily toward Eiji.

"Eiji. Don't start that now." Fuji said quietly. Turning to the others and putting his hands on his brother's shoulders who stood in front of him, he said, "This is my younger brother, Yuuta."

"Hello." "Hi." they all greeted.

"Let's get going, boys." Yumiko, Fuji's sister, said. "Kaasan is worried about you two."

"But--" Momo started.

"Momo, be quiet." Tezuka said, watching as Fuji's brother put an arm around his elder brother's waist and began to walk off with him, both moving slowly.

"We'll see you guys later, okay?" Eiji called as they left the courts. "It was fun!"

Passing through the gates and around the building, they disappeared.

.................................................

"What just happened?" Kawamura asked.

"Not too sure." Inui said. "But, their family's appearance was kind of sudden, don't you think?"

"Aah."

"Do you think that phone call Eiji made earlier was to their families to come pick them up?" Momo asked.

"Baka, of course it was." Ryoma stated.

"Hey, don't call me that. How are we supposed to know? There are too many questions about them!" Momo retorted.

"Yes, I think I know what you are talking about." Oishi said. "Let's see if we can put our thoughts together to figure them out. Agreed?"

Everyone nodded their heads, even Tezuka who wanted to know if the others had noticed the same things he had.

"Okay, Inui, why don't you start since you are the most observant of us all?"

"Right." Inui said, flipping through his notebook.

"Well, to start off, Fuji has light brown hair that reaches 1.2 inches above his shoulders, his eyes are a clear blue, but his eyes remain closed. This is not the result of any disability or gross disfiguring. He is somehow able to see, despite this, even when playing tennis. I'm not sure how. He does open his eyes on rare occasions, it seems, like when he is startled at something he finds interesting or doing a special move on the court as he did with his Triple counter moves."

"Yes, I noticed that as well." Tezuka said. "Actually, when he plays, his eyes aren't closed entirely. They just look that way. He actually opens them the slightest bit, just enough to see the ball coming at him, I think."

"Really, buchou?" Momo asked.

Inui was currently recording this down as well as making note to keep watch next time and also a note to Tezuka's file on his current interest in the smiling boy.

"That's amazing, isn't?" Kawamura said.

"Aah."

"I know I couldn't play that way." Oishi said. "I don't think I could judge distance or timing that way."

"Yes, Fuji is indeed very smart. In his classes today, he appeared to not pay attention but answered any question that was directed at him without pause." Inui said, unaware that they all were staring at him. How did Inui know? We didn't even talk to the two boys until lunchtime!

"Moving on, his best friend Eiji has auburn-colored hair that falls 0.6 inches below his ears and curls upward naturally by 45 degrees. He has dark blue eyes which seem to provide him with great ability to discern objects far away. When playing tennis, he was able to see and calculate the spins on the ball and measure the distance of where it would land just by sight. Also, he is very flexible and probably had some sort of gymnastics training to learn those flips and jumps."

"I know." Kawamura said. "I recognized some of those moves from a gymnastics class that I used to walk past everyday after kendo. The students there could do amazing feats in the air and had great balance."

"It's so cool that Eiji-senpai can apply that to tennis as well." Momo exclaimed.

"Yes, it was very interesting." Oishi agreed, a smile on his face.

"Okay, now," Inui said, reclaiming their attention. "The real mysteries start with their refusal to join a team, their obvious skill, the time stipulations they set to play, and their obvious weariness after only a few games."

Silence. Those few lines basically summed it up for all of them. Those same questions had been running through each of their heads.

"Anyone have any ideas regarding these things?" Oishi asked.

"Hmm…"

"It's strange, huh…"

"Ssshhhh…."

"They are hiding something."

Everyone turned to Tezuka after hearing that statement. They seemed to think so, as well.

"They are hiding something," he repeated. "Something that would answer each of those questions. I'm not sure what it is, but I intend to find out."

"The mystery surrounding those two is intriguing…" Oishi slowly replied.

"Well, there is not much that we can do about it right now, at least until we get a chance to talk to them again." Kawamura said.

"Yes, that is so." Tezuka stated. "We will end here for the day. We can pursue our questions at another time. Tomorrow, practice will begin at 8AM, don't be late! Dismissed."

Sighing, the group slowly dispersed, gathering their things and heading home. They talked quietly among themselves about the two new boys; they hoped tomorrow they would get some answers.

Oishi remained behind with Tezuka. "Tezuka…"

"What is it, Oishi?"

"What didn't you tell them?" he asked, looking closely at his friend's face.

"It's nothing significant."

"Tezuka, tell me. I am just as concerned about those two boys as you are." Oishi said earnestly. "You saw as much as I did after their matches! Both boys were pale and breathing roughly. I don't know if it is just a lack of stamina or something else."

Tezuka sighed, giving in. "Yes, I saw that as well. Eiji seemed to calm down after resting during Fuji's match, but Fuji… he was much more tired. You saw him when everyone came over, didn't you? He could barely stay awake, let alone stand up straight!"

Oishi stared wide-eyed at Tezuka. He had never heard his friend say so much about one person before. He is concerned for that boy, Fuji. I saw Fuji leaning against him, asleep, and I remember how Tezuka's face was a bit softer as he looked down at Fuji on his shoulder. I wasn't sure I was seeing straight, but… now, I know I was. Could Tezuka … actually… like… Fuji

"Yes, I saw. I also saw your concern for him when he almost fell asleep on you like that."

Tezuka glanced at him quickly. Looking into his friend's eyes for a bit, Tezuka sighed again. "Yes, you're right. I don't know what it is, but I feel drawn to him or something…"

"I understand, Tezuka. It's the same with me and Eiji."

"Hmm… I don't get it though. We just met them this morning! We don't know anything about them, not really."

"Yeah, I know."

"I intend to find out more, though." Tezuka stated firmly.

"Me too. Also, I want to get to know Eiji…" Oishi drifted off, glancing up at Tezuka to see his reaction. He was surprised to see a slight smirk on Tezuka's face.

"Is that so?"

Oishi grinned. "Yeah... Together, we'll find out their secrets."

"Aah." Tezuka agreed. "Now, let's get going."

"Okay."

Grabbing their things, they both began walking home. They would continue this quest for discovery tomorrow. The two boys could not hide from them for long.

To be Continued

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