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Chapter VIII
Harm Found Blue
"Kurokochi! Tell us! Where did you go and what did you do with Akashichi?" The blonde immediately interrogating him. He found out after Kuroko rejected their hang out invitation on Saturday.
"Yeah! He didn't do anything to you right? Like torturing you or ordering you to do something?" Aomine grabbed both of his shoulders, shaking him.
"I am glad, Kurochin is still alive~" Murasakibara said teary eyed.
Kuroko twitched in annoyance. "Aomine-kun, please stop shaking me. It hurts" Aomine quickly release him and mumbled an apology. "Murasakibara-kun please stop patting my head or I won't tell a word." They all suddenly stopped and waiting for the blunette explanation.
"Akashi-kun and I went to the neighbor town to look for classic books because Akashi-kun wants to give them as present for his new business partner."
"And?" Kise asked.
"And what?" Kuroko asked him back.
"That's it? You travelled for hours to the next town just to buy books and went home? Unbelievable!" Aomine exclaimed.
"Um… actually it only took less than an hour since he drove really fast."
The three gasped. Aomine even cursed. "No fucking way!"
"Don't tell me he drove it himself?!"
"Kurochin, I will get angry if you lie." Murasakibara stopped eating his snacks, looking menacing.
"I don't lie, Murasakibara-kun. He did drive the car. Was it bad? excluding the fact that he is underage and loves to race." He raised an eye brow.
The trio looked at him like an alien from another planet. "Tetsu, just what did you do to Akashi? We are grateful he is starting to change back to his old self. But… this drive thing, it's way too much! " Aomine looked at him seriously. The usual lazy and teasing faced were gone.
" I don't understand. What do you mean by that?" Now Kuroko started to get anxious.
"Kurokochin, do you know something about Akachin's mom?"
He nodded. "He told me that she passed away three years ago but that's all. He doesn't talk too much about his mother."
"Well, the thing is… Akashichi's mother was killed in a car accident."
Kuroko didn't know anything about Akashi's past. Whenever, they talked about it, Akashi tried to change the topic or said nothing. He decided not to pry any further either since he thought it was not important. But now, Kuroko knew what Akashi meant by the change after his mother's death.
Three years ago, Akashi corp was known as a big developing company. Thus, the company was invited in a Japan Annual Economic Conference, where all business tycoon gathered. Since it was an important event, Akashi's father as the CEO decided to go there in person. He also ordered his wife and son to go to the after meeting party. For him, it was a perfect chance to build more business network. Thus, they went there separately.
December three years ago, On the way to the party, their car was hit by a speeding truck. The chauffeur, Akashi's mother and the truck driver were found dead on the spot, while Akashi was unconscious. He survived the accident because his mother protected him as her body took the damage, only leaving the young red haired some bruises and minor injuries. The news was a hot topic. People made speculation whether it was intentionally or unintentionally. The police tried to track down the case and found something odd about the accident. But since they didn't have enough proof, the case was closed and reported as an accident.
The death of his mother made a great impact on Akashi. It took some time for him to ride a car again. Since then, his personality slowly changed. During the winter break, Midorima, Aomine and Murasakibara tried to help, but they couldn't do much. Akashi refused to meet them every time they come to his house and he only talked when it was necessary. He started to busy himself with work. His cold hearted father also didn't do anything. After the accident, Akashi corp popularity went up and he took this chance to develop the company bigger.
After that, the previous warm hearted Akashi they once knew had completely changed to a cold and cruel person. Yet at the same time, his talent as an heir rose up and finally become the Akashi he met on the rooftop a month ago.
"He was a merciless sun in desert. He shines so bright and yet we can't reach him. When darkness comes, the all mighty sun can't be seen." Kise said then turn to look at Kuroko and smiled gently. "But now, I think he found the moon whom will shine through the dark and guide him to shine again when morning comes."
"We probably still can't reach him yet but we know he's changing back to his old self. We hope that you will always be that moon, Tetsu."
Weeks passed by. None of the talked about Akashi's past. Neither of them brought up the subject. They mostly talked about the present. About what's happening around them.
Today as usual, after their small talk, they parted ways since Akashi has student council job. Kuroko went home earlier that day after saying he needed to buy ingredients for dinner. He visited a supermarket nearby his house. Grabbed some carrots, potato and beef for curry dish. Then after paying the groceries, he walked back home.
he was about to cross a street when he heard noises from an alley. The lights was green but he decided to not cross and checked the noises. The noises he heard turned into a loud cursing and beating sound.
"Tch! Should we beat this fuck ass till death? He's so goddamn tough!"
"Maybe we should bring him to Boss?"
"And after that Boss will beat us up? Hell no! I would rather kill this scum!"
Kuroko watched the bloody scene in horror. Two grown up man who looked like yakuza were hitting and kicking a motionless high school boy. He lied down covered in blood and bruises. Kuroko wanted to help but he knew he couldn't help much. And worse, no one was passing by the area. But if he jumped in on his own, both him and that guy would be dead. Kuroko tried to think another way. As he remembered, there is a police station 10 minutes away from here. Maybe I just should call police?
Kuroko moved back from the corner and flip his phone. He kept watching those two in case they decided to leave him. It won't be pretty if they bumped to each other. While waiting for it to connect the two man continue kicking the poor guy.
"Aniki, I found this. Wanna try giving him a good swing?" The younger man held up a baseball bat.
"Nice bat!" He smirked then he turned his attention to the guy underneath, grabbing his collar. "Hey, you won't mind if we use your head right? After all, it's your fault for not paying the debt! Hahahahaha!" The older man laughed manically and threw the bloody guy to the younger man. Hey, hold him nicely!"
"Good evening, This is the Tokyo police station. How can we help you?"
Instead of answering the call, Kuroko ran back and took a deep breath, and then yelled like there is no tomorrow. "THIEF! HELP! Somebody, help!"
Kuroko's shout startled the two man. Luckily, he stopped the swing in mid air. People around the supermarket area went out.
"What?! What happen young man?!"
"There is a thief running to that area sir! Please call the police!" Kuroko pointed at the corner.
"I am calling the police now." One of the customer fished out her phone.
"I am going to check that corner." A supermarket staff said. "You, come with me." He asked a part timer to follow him.
after hearing the ruckus the two man began to panic.
"Aniki! What should we do?!"
"Tch! Leave this shit and run! Wear your hat to cover your face!" The younger one dropped him on the floor as they ran passed the startled supermarket staff. One of them bumped into Kuroko's shoulder and made him fell down. They kept running until those curious people couldn't see them anymore.
After that, Kuroko was questioned by the police as he told them what he saw. The police wrote it down and praised his bravery. They also told him that because of his brave action, the poor guy was saved. After half an hour later, the police took him home. 5 minutes later, They arrived. Kuroko thanked the police and got inside the house. However, they didn't realized that a car was following them.
Kuroko went out of his bathroom with a towel around his neck. It was a very refreshing bath after all that yakuza incident. He lied down on his bed as he didn't even bother to turn on the lights. He sighed remembering that horror incident. He couldn't believe himself that he just saved that guy's life!
Suddenly there was a beep. He got up to reach his phone, then he winced. He forgot those man bumped to him. He got up carefully and turned on the lights. He went to a full body mirror in his room, buttoned down his pajama and slide it off. A big purple spot on the his left shoulder quickly caught his attention. It was contrast with his pale skin. He brushed his finger on it and pressed slightly. He winced of the impact.
He stood there in silence looking at his reflection for a long time. His hand covered the fresh purple spot as if it would disappear. Then he turned his gaze to a faint yellow bruise on the other side. The one he got from Haizaki. Kuroko then turned his attention to another beeping sound from his phone. He sighed and grabbed his phone. 2 messages.
From: Akashi
Subject: Tomorrow
Tetsuya, there was an incident this evening. A high school student from nearby school was a victim. So, tomorrow club activities will be cancelled. Shall we have a date?
He was about to press a reply button when it suddenly rang. He read the ID and it was written as unknown caller. He decided to pick up the call
"Hello?"
"Hello to you too, Mr. Hero of the day. Having fun playing the hero today?" A husky man voice on the other side asked.
"Who is this?" Kuroko asked in a calm tone. He started to get worried.
"You don't need to know. All you have to do is go a place alone. I will text it to you later." He smirked.
"I am not good being friends with stranger." He tried hard to stay calm. He vaguely knew who this guy might be.
"Well, I am sure we will be get along soon. And of course, you don't want Akashi Seijuro to end up like the little shit, right?"
"W-what?! Why Akashi-kun is involved?! He got nothing to do with this!" He shouted harshly.
"Be a good boy and follow my order, Kuroko Tetsuya. See you tomorrow."
End of Chapter VIII: Harm Found Blue (I hope you like it ;D)
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