Charity Begins at Heart, a Kuroko no Basuke Fanfiction
Summary: Suddenly, Furihata has the urge to conduct a charity project. Luckily, Akashi is more than willing to help his Kouki.
Disclaimer: I do NOT own Kuroko no Basuke and all of its characters.
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Saturday, 10:00 AM - Living Dreams Foundation, Tokyo
It's now Seirin vs. Kaijou in the court, and everyone has their cheers set for both teams. Kise is whining at the loss of Kuroko in this game, much to his captain's annoyance. However, Kagami has other plans if ever his partner isn't in the game. Besides, the motto of Seirin is about teamwork and miracles, which they have been doing since participating in the Winter Cup.
Both teams are in position, Kiyoshi and Kobori at the center for the tip-off. Both center players have their concentrated stares, but Kiyoshi is somewhat happy internally. For what the reason is, only Hyuuga knows.
And there it is! Kiyoshi manages to steal the ball and make a pass to his boyfriend, who nods and runs into the opposing team's basket. Hyuuga is almost at the hoop when Kise appears in front of him, just then he passes the ball to Kagami. The redhead quickly made work of the people marking him and scores a hoop. Kuroko then smiles from the bleachers and Kagami does the same when he notices.
"Bring it on, Kise!"
"I will, Kagamicchi!" Kise's skills may be dominant as of now, but who knows the limits of a GoM in Zone?
At the audience, Aomine is watching intently. He studies every footwork and movement of Seirin, since he already knew what Kise's are. Sakurai can't contain his stance and clasps both hands, praying to anyone above for his Kasamatsu.
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The game is pretty tense but enjoyable. However, every good thing must come to an end. This time, it ends in Seirin's favor - with the score 49-45. Both teams go back to their bench, re-hydrating and composing themselves for the second half.
"Good work, Koga! That's enough to make us get this win." Coach Aida comments, and Mitobe pats the cat-faced player on the head.
"Thanks, Coach! I was able to make some last minute adjustments to the game." Koganei then turns to Mitobe. "I did good, didn't I?"
The nod from Mitobe is enough answer to them, as all Seirin laughs heartily.
"Kagami-kun, you did great." Kuroko's usual deadpanned expression is now a gentle, smiling one. Kagami can't help the blush forming on his cheeks.
"Uh y-yeah! Thanks Kuroko..." Kagami scratches his head, then is hugged by the phantom player himself.
Then, they notice someone approaching them.
"It appears we'll face again in the finals..." the voice is calm, and very friendly.
"Ah, Akashi-kun... I think you're right." Kuroko answers, still in Kagami's arms.
"I'm actually worried..." Furihata then says, much to Akashi's discomfort.
"Kouki, how many times-"
"But Sei, I can't help it okay?" Furihata's voice rises a bit. Kagami and Kuroko feel stunned about this.
"Kou... Are you mad at me, Kouki? Did I say something wrong again?"
"No, no Sei! It's not that. Sorry I raised my voice..." Furihata quickly hugs his redhead boyfriend.
"I understand the point you're implying, Kouki. You'll be pitted against me in the finals, if ever."
"You still have trauma about it, Furihata-kun?" Kuroko asks, concern flooding his expression.
"I d-don't know, Kuroko..." Furihata sank deeper in Akashi's chest. "Maybe I'm just worried, is all."
"Nah, you're just worried because you'll have to be matched to your boyfriend. It's gonna be okay, Furi!" Kagami grins and Furihata's expression calms down a bit.
"I hope so..." Furihata mutters. "Sorry, Sei."
"You're worrying for nothing, Kouki. It's not worth apologizing for." Akashi says and kisses the brunet's hair, who closes his eyes at the gesture.
"BAKAshi." Furihata tries to say while blushing and Akashi just chuckles.
"I'm afraid we have to cut this short, Akashi-kun. Kagami-kun is gonna make Kise-kun eat dust."
"I see. Such confidence for your lover is very deep, Tetsuya. I hope that will be the same if we are to be pitted in the finals."
"Yes, Akashi-kun. We did it once, and we'll do it again." Kuroko's determination made Akashi smile genuinely.
"I see what you mean. Let's find out then." Akashi says and grabs Furihata's hand. Kagami excuses himself with a kiss to Kuroko's head.
"Yes. Thank you, Akashi-kun." Kuroko then says, stopping what Akashi is about to do.
"For what, Tetsuya?" the redhead questions, and Furihata smiles with a knowing look.
"I knew this is your plan all along, and it turned out unexpectedly beautiful in the end."
"What do you mean?" Akashi asks, earning a scoff from the brunet.
"Sei, are you playing with us?" Furihata huffs and the redhead stares at him blankly.
"I really don't know what Tetsuya means, Kouki..." the redhead confesses, and Kuroko then chuckles.
"It's okay, Furihata-kun... Akashi-kun may not realize it now, but later on I know he will." the blue-haired teen says, making Furihata automatically nod at him.
"Alright, I give up." a sigh. "Seems like you GoM know your stuff very well."
"But Kouki, I really-"
"Let's just go, Sei! The game is starting!" Furihata snaps and the redhead follows innocently at him. Kuroko grins at the scene, probably enjoying Furihata's embarrassment.
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The second half of Game 03 is rather more intense than the previous half. Kagami's tactics aren't fully working on Kaijou without his beloved partner. Kise takes this advantage to his own and gradually widens the score gap between teams, in favor of them. Kagami grits his teeth, probably implying that he is indeed at wit's end for this game. But Hyuuga snaps him out of it and Kiyoshi just taps him on the back. Izuki still has his usual pun-induced vigor and Koganei just seemed relaxed throughout the game.
"What is that Bakagami doing out there? Is he for real?" Aomine notices the lack of enthusiasm in Seirin's ace, Midorima sighs and arranges his glasses again.
"I knew I should've not went on with this game..." Midorima frowns hard. "That buffoon isn't what I am expecting him to be this time."
"C'mon Shin-chan, Kagami's just playing around! Once he gets serious, Kise-chan's team will have a hard time." Takao comments, then looks back at the game.
"Even if he does, the gap isn't that narrow to begin with." Midorima retorts calmly, then stands up. "I'm gonna get some drinks."
"Shin-chan..." Takao pouts and watches the game with saddened eyes.
Seirin's players pant continuously, exhausted and quite unable to keep up with Kise's major contribution to the game. Kasamatsu is having a fun time, looking at Sakurai's direction occasionally for additional inspiration. However, Coach Aida is not happy with what is happening.
"Kagami-kun, what the hell is this?" the coach snaps. "Are you having problems again?"
"But Coach, I tried every tactic I can to counter Kise! But he's getting better..." Kagami bites his lip in frustration.
"You really can't play without me, right Kagami-kun?" Kuroko then faces him with a blank expression, But Kagami knew better that his other half isn't happy at all.
"K-Kuroko... Sorry, I-"
Then Kuroko presses his lips forcefully against Kagami's, giving no time for the redhead to react. All players from the Kaijou side are looking at the scene. Kise grins and thought about it.
"No more apologies, Taiga-kun..." Kuroko speaks gently. "It's either you win this, or I'll be sadder than before."
"I see. You want me to play and win this on my own..."
"Yes. Learn to play without me sometimes. I will see how you improve by that." Kuroko caresses his lover's face, who blushes a bit. The other players from Seirin just smiles at the scene. "Besides, I am always here even if you are on the court. I can always be your strength, Taiga-kun."
"I know, Tsu. Sorry I forgot that I have the best boyfriend in the world, and the best team I can ever wish for!" Kagami now grins like the usual idiot he is.
"Yosh! Let's do this!" Coach Aida is also motivated at that. "Show them how Seirin wins!"
"Yes!" and the loud cheers are louder now.
"Senpai, I get the feeling we'll have trouble this time." Kise smirks, wiping a sweat from his forehead. Kasamatsu just rolls his eyes on him.
"Bring it on, I say." Kasamatsu replies and holds Sakurai's hand tighter than ever.
To be Continued...
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