Title: His abusive past

By: Namikaze Naruto, tenma no ouji

Revised and Rewritten


His abusive past:

The news


Akaya pulled away from his father after a while and crossed his arms over his chest, lower lip protruding out, causing a smile to curl the older Kirihara's lips at how adorable his son could be for someone nicknamed, 'The devil'. "Oyaji, where were you? You missed the National game!"

One of the woman, the mother, smiled with a nod, "Akaya was splendid, Akito, You should have seen him." at the praise, Akaya blushed a bit and grinned when his father ruffled his hair, affectionately.

Akito smiled, "I wish I could of Aiko, but work kept me away." glacing at his mirror image, Akito gave a look of regret, "I'm sorry for missing your big day, Akaya. How did you do?" he asked, "Did you win?

"We lost the tournament to Seigaku, but I won all my matches, even though I got hurt a lot, it was nothing to serious." Akaya grinned, "Mura-Buchou lost in the finals against Echizen Ryoma from Seigaku, but it was a really awesome match. Mura-buchou finally revealed his real tennis, he calls it, 'The yips' and it has the ability to shut down ones senses." Akaya's eyes shone, "Deaf, blind and he couldn't feel anything and despite all that he still won. I want a rematch against him, I've lost both times I played against him."

The flinch Akito gave off when the Seigaku first years name was mentioned went unseen by the other member of the Kirihara family as they all added comments to what Akaya was saying. He remembered seeing Akaya's friend and team captain in Tokyo, with the victim, which means... His thoughts was interupted by the ringing of a phone. He watched as Akaya ran towards his cell and glanced at the caller.

"It's Yanagi-senpai." he replied clicking the talk button and putting the phone to his ear, "Moshi moshi, Yanagi-senpai." he greeted, "What is it? Did Mura-buchou or Sanada-fuku-buchou schedule a practice match?" the 'devil' Kirihara questioned, with a grin, which lowered when he heard what Yanagi said. "Hospital, what for? Is Mura-buchou hurt?" he gave a nod, though his senpai wouldn't be able to see it, "I'll be right there." closing his phone Akaya turned to his parents, "I need to get to the hospital, Yanagi-senpai said both Mura-buchou and Sanada fuku-buchou are there."

Akito had a feeling he knew what this was about and gave a nod, "I'll take you Akaya, get your shoes and jacket on." he turned to face his wife and daughter, "I'll keep you updating on what is going on." His comment garnered nods from the two female Kirihara's, before another phone rang and Asuza excused herself as she grabbed her cell. Color drained from her face as she said hasty goodbye before telling her mom she had to go to the hospital as well, and since most of the family, Aiko decided to go as well, both of her kids knew people who were at the hospital and she needed to be there for them.


With Nanjirou

and the others

at the hospital


Arriving at the hospital, Nanjirou was meant with a sobbing Kikumaru and Momoshirou, and he stopped breathing in shock, fear stilling his hand, "Kikumaru, Momoshirou what is it? How is Ryoma?" his voice caused the two to turn, red puffy eyes towards the ex tennis pro.

"He wasn't breathing for a while, but they finally got his heart beating right before we arrived. His in the ER, but the doctors say he has a slim chance of surviving the operation and if he does pull through, he still needs to survive the night. If he lives till morning then there might be hope in him pulling through." At those words Alexander joined Momo and Kikumaru while Chroma and Elliot had tears in their eyes as they embraced there friend trying to offer him whatever comfort they could.

Nanjirou didn't know what to do. Hearing those words, his mind shut down and his heart gave a painful clench. The room spun and he felt sick to his stomach. Collapsing against the chair, the ex tennis pro took steady breaths. Taking out his cell phone, he dialed several numbers, starting from his oldest son, to the De Vera, Hawthorne, Cunningham and ending with Ryoma and Ryoga older cousin, who was attending university, who both boys hadn't seen in years.


Seigaku regulars,

(sans Momo and Eiji)

Atobe, Yukimura and Sanada


Oishi had his eyes closed, prayers leaving his lips, while Kaidoh was curled up near the door, his head tucked beneath his arms, Inui sat trying to comfort him. Taka had an arm around the sobbing Fuji. Tezuka tried to placate Oishi. Sanada had Yukimura held close to his chest while trying to soothe him, he had already called Yanagi and told him to get everyone to the hospital, and Atobe did the same with the Hyotei regulars. And Fuji called home to let his brother know what was going on, who replied, saying he was going to meet them at the hospital as well.

Arriving at the hospital, the group didn't even wait for the driver to open the door as they all piled out of the vehicle and entered the hospital, and was meant with their missing friends and their babies family.

"Eiji!" Oishi ran towards the sobbing redhead and embraced the boy, "Shh, everythings going to be alright. Ryoma is strong, his going to pull through, he just has too." he whispered trying to soothe his partner as well as himself. Taka approached Momo and was doing the same thing as Oishi.

"Any news?" Tezuka asked, And upon getting the answer everyone fell into their seats in despair, but they held out hope that everything would be better. After all Echizen Ryoma was known for overcoming obstacles and this will just be one of those hurdles that he'll surpass and become stronger. 'Ryoma, please be alright!' his mental whisper were echoed by everyone in the room.


Rikkaidai regulars

Hyotei regulars

The Kirihara family

and Ryoma's cousin


Niou tapped his foot in impatience, "What's going on? Why were we called here for? And where are Yukimura-buchou and Sanada fuku buchou, Yanagi?" the prankster was annoyed, they all had been standing outside of the hospital for more then fifteen minutes with no other explanation.

Yanagi glanced in Niou's direction with unseen eyes, "I'll tell you what Sanada told me as soon as Akaya arrives, Niou, calm down." was the only reply the trickster of Rikkai received, much to his annoyance as he huffed, muttering some choice words beneath his breath.

"That Bakaya..." before Niou could continue his rant, a car pulled up beside them and Akaya leapt out. "Finally Bakaya, what took you so long!" the white haired, third year, Rikkai student stated before blinking at the three people who followed behind his kohai.

Akaya scowled at his senpai, "Don't call me that pig tails" he turned and looked over at his closed eyes senpai. "Yanagi-senpai, what's going on? Is Yukimura-buchou hurt?" his questioned caused the rest of the tennis regulars to look towards the data player, who shook his head much to the relieve of all of them.

"I don't think so..." Yanagi trailed off as a woman with black hair ran over, falling against the girl who was with Kirihara. The rest of the group watched at Asuza hugged the other girls whispering something into the crying girls ear.

The girl pulled away and wiped her eyes, "My younger cousin might die. My uncle called me a while ago and told me the news. He's in surgery right now, and the outcome could go any which way but the doctors don't think he'll survive."

Asuza gave a gasp, "Are you sure Nanako-chan? What happened?" she called tightening her arms around the slightly younger girl, "Does Yumi know? I can call her if you haven't?" but before Nanako could answer two vehicle pulled up at the same time. A limo and a red car.

The limo opened revealing the Hyotei regulars while the car opened to reveal a woman about the same age as the other two, and Fuji Yuuta, much to the shock and surprise of everyone gathered. The woman made her way to Nanako and Asuza, questioning them for their reason for being in at the hospital.

"Hyotei and Fuji Yuuta. I wonder why so much people are coming to the hospital today." Yanagi whispered before facing his team, "Let's go. We have to meet with Seiichi and Genichiroh." the data specialist stated, turning.

Entering the hospital, they all saw several familiar figures, the first was their captain and vice captain, the former was hunched over, sobbing into Sanada's chest, while the latter was running his hands up and down the blunets back. What worried the Rikkai students was the blood smeared all over Yukimura's clothes, hands and even his face. Worried for their friends health, they ran over voicing their worry and concern.

The Hyotei regulars approached the silent Atobe and sat around him, not bothering to say anything, knowing that he will tell them when he wanted to and not a moment before. They glanced towards the Seigaku regulars and flinched at the sight. Gakuto stared at his rival in worry, wondering what could have happened to cause the boy to be so distraught.

Yuuta and Yumiko ran towards their brother in concern, while Nanako pulled away from Asuza and ran towards her uncle, collapsing against him, "Oji-san, how is Ryoma?"

"I don't know, the doctors hasn't said anything yet." was the only answer she received.


With Ryoga

and Blake


Curses rang loudly as two seventeen year old males raced inside the busy airport heading towards the terminal where the private planes for the family was located. The two pushed there way through the crowd but always made sure the other was close by. Reaching their destination the two were greeted by their pilot and co-pilot.

"Master Echizen, Master Hawthorne, everything is set and ready for take off." the man called, "Should we go now?" he questioned which earned him a 'are-you-stupid' look from his co-pilot.

Ryoga gave a nod and rushed inside, followed by Blake. After making sure the captain and his second seat were in the cockpit with the door closed, Ryoga collapsed against his friend and cried into his chest, feeling arms wrap around him, and when his shirt began to feel wet, he made no comment, nor rhat he could even if he wanted to, as be continued to cry while allowing Blake to express his own grief.

"Ryoma." he sobbed out, "Is he going to be alright?"

Blake made a small noise, "Of course he is." he whispered. "He has to be."

Ryoga exhaled a shaky breath, "Chibisuke...Ryoma..."

Blake's arms tightened around Ryoga, placing his forehead upon the black haired teens shoulder."Shh, Ryoga, Ryoma, he will be just fine, he has to be!" but words had little affect as both boys were reduced to a sobbing mess while awaiting their arrival to Japan. He didn't think they could go through this again. The first time was painful but this time, it was unbearable. Not knowing what would happen while he was being operated on. What if during the procedures, his vital signs started to fall and his heart gives out.

What if...

What if...


Back at

the hospital


Akaya frowned, he was curious for the reason everyone was crying, including his strong and fearless captain, he had never seen the older boy cry not even when he had been hospitalized. He glanced towards the Seigaku team, and glanced around in confusion, "Hey where is the little brat?" And if it was possible, his question caused Alex, Eiji and Momo to sob harder, while Chroma, Eliiot, Oishi, Taka and Kaidoh quivered. Inui tightened his grip over Kaidoh while Fuji sobbed against his younger brother and sister and Tezuka closed his eyes.

No one had expected such a reaction. Gakuto jumped from his seat and ran towards Kikumaru's side. "Oi, what's wrong? Why are you crying so much, Kikumaru?" the acrobat from Hyotei exclaimed in worry, placing a hand on the younger's shoulder.

Yanagi opened his eyes and stared at the Seigaku team, "What's going on?" he asked, "Sadaharu, care to explain?" voice soft, caring as he peered at his childhood friend in concern.

Inui looked over towards his childhood best friend, for once a notebook wasn't in his hands and no where to be seen. "Renji. Ryoma-kun, he is..." Inui trailed off, shaking his head slightly, he couldn't bring himself to speak those words. They hurt far too much just to think of them.

Tezuka cleared his throat and every-ones attention went towards the Seigaku's buchou. "Earlier today, while Yukimura was accompanying Ryoma, someone opened fire. Six bullets were shot, four missed, while the last two hit Ryoma. We were told he stopped breathing before the ambulance arrived but the EMT's were able to revive his heart on the way to the hospital. He is currently being operated on. The doctors said he might not survive the operation and if he does, he might not live past the night. The damage was extensive." the words fell from trembling lips.

Kirihara was frozen at those words, the whole room was, before he shook his head, "No., no, no, no, no, what you said cannot be the truth. That brat, I don't believe you." Kirihara called out causing several people to look at Rikkaidai's ace in wonder, they had no idea the brat of Rikkai held such strong feelings for Seigaku;s brat, his teammates included. "Your lying, Tezuka-buchou. You have to be..." the seaweed headed youth quivered. tears filling his eyes.

Akito clenched his fist. It was just like he had thought. His son did like the boy. And he had unknowingly caused his son pain. He swore that if the boy lived, he would spend the rest of his life making this up to him and his family. Feeling a head pressed against his chest, and wetness damping his shirt, he glanced at the culprit, before wrapping his arms around his wife.

Yukimura looked up, "Come here Akaya!"

Kirihara turned and looked at his captain before walking slowly towards him. "Yukimura-buchou, it's a lie right, that Echizen Ryoma, he couldn't possibly be..."

Yukimura stood up so he was now taller than his kohai and wrapped his arms around the younger male, "Akaya. It's true. Echizen-kun, is indeed in the ER." he whispered softly against the green eyed boys ear. And Akaya fell against his captain.


De Vera

Hawthorne

Cunningham


"Not again, not again!" cried a woman as she sat curled up within her husbands arms, sobbing her heart out. Well all the females were crying while the males were saddened, teary eyed and trying to comfort the females.

"This cannot be happening again. Ryoma finally started to live again. Nan-ji-chan even said that he has been getting better. Been opening up to people, his teammates. And now this happens. What if this destroys him again. What if he goes back to the way he was several years ago." Nathan cried out. "All the hard work and the progress he accomplished would be for nothing." The only sound that was heard after that was the sound of several sobs and soft comforting words being whispered.


Back at

the hospital


The sound of machines beeping and doctors conversing was the first thing they heard before the light above the emergency door was turned off and the doors opened, revealing a man in his late thirties standing there. His hand moved to his face, removing his mask as he took in the sight of the people sitting around the waiting room.

"Family of Echizen Ryoma?" he asked.

Nanjiroh leaped to their feet, "His my son. How is he? Is he alright?"

The doctor looked up, his face solemn, "I'm sorry..." he whispered.


Tsuzuku

(To be continued)


I thought about it, and I decided not to put Akaya and Yuuta together, they'll be too much controversy, and the main reason why I decided not to go with this pair is because I wouldn't know who to place as the uke or seme, there both pretty uke-ish to me, haha, so yeah.

And in regards to crazyanimelover1289 I will consider it. But If anything it will most likely be Niou/Yagyuu/Marui/Akaya instead because Niou and Yagyuu are already a couple, so yeah...

I want to thank everyone for reading and reviewing.

Tenma