Chapter 5 Fate

Couldn't think of another chapter title. This chapter may bounce around a lot on POV's. May become a yaoi fic don't know yet.


Eiji

Eiji had stayed on the train for 3 hours. He had slept and felt a bit refreshed than ever before. He watched the scenery pass by. Soon, the conducter spoke over the intercom, and after heard where he was, he couldn't quite believe it.

"The last stop will be the Kanagawa prefecture. Please gather your belonings and have a nice day."

Kanagawa? Isin't that where Rikkai is? Eiji thought. He descended from the train and looked around. It didn't look much different and he seriously though that he was still in Tokyo. He exited the train station and looked at the darkened sky. It was nightime. Was it too late to call his friends?

Deciding not to have any contact with his friends, he found a small hotel and asked for a one person room. The young lady behind the counter saw how weary Eiji looked. His eyes had dark circles underneath and his face looked tear streaked. All Eiji had with him was a bag containing Fuji's pajamas, his wallet and cellphone, and a few snacks.

The clerk looked at him sympathetically and told Eiji he could use a room for free. Eiji thanked her, grateful for at least some kindness. He was given a card key and quickly found his room. He opened the door and saw a decent bed and bathroom.

He brushed his teeth, changed, and flopped on the bed. Kikumaru stared at the ceiling and closed his eyes to sort out his emotions. He shouldn't have run away from Fuji. His classmate was only trying to help ease the pain Eiji felt due to Oishi's death. As he lay there sighing, he heard a knock. He opened his eyes and saw the clerk from before. In the light, Eiji could see that she was actually very young, his age it seemed.

"I'm sorry if I disturbed you. I was wondering whether you would like to go get some dinner together. You look terrible, no offence, and it's my treat." The girl asked.

Her blue-black hair shined in the light, her eyes full of worry. Eiji was happy for the interruption

"Sure Ms….?"

"Just call me Shiori. Shiori Oishi." The girl smiled.


Fuji

Fuji had searched everywhere. The school, the park even the tennis courts, though, the tensai knew perfectly well that Eiji would probably never step foot on a court again. Fuji called Tezuka, Momo and Ryoma to see if they knew where he had gone. All said they didn't know. Fuji dialed Oishi's number but realization hit. Oishi was dead. He closed his phone and opened his eyes. did everything bad tumble down at once? He didn't bother calling any of the other Seigaku members to ask where Eiji was. There was only one other number to use.


Eiji

Oishi. Shiori Oishi. Was this some sort of mean trick the world was playing on Eiji? Was the world trying to make Eiji suffer again and again? Kikumaru had gotten rid of all thoughts and now was on the brink of insanity. Was Shiori Shuichiro's sister or…?

"Ano, Kikumaru-kun?" Shiori asked.

"Hoi?" Eiji answered immediately. (Old habits die hard.)

"Is there a reason as to why you look down in the dumps?" Shiori asked, motherly concern filling her face.

"Well, a close friend of mine just die-" Eiji couldn't bring himself to say "died". He took a deep breath. "He passed away"

"I'm so sorry. My cousin, Shuichiro Oishi, also just passed away. I hear that his doubles partner for tennis is grieving as much as I am. I feel so sorry for him. He must be going through a lot. And here I am feeling sorry for myself." Shiori said laughing in spite of herself.

"Shiori. What would you do if you met that boy? Oishi-kun's partner?" Eiji asked, careful of his wording.

"Hmm. I don't know. I'd probably mourn with him and comfort him. I'm sure he'd do the same. I mean, it is his friend after all." Shiori responded. Tears formed in her eyes. Eiji went over and comforted her.

"Don't cry. I know that Oishi-kun's partner would defintley be going through a lot. I know because I am Shuichiro's doubles partner."


Domo arigato! 5th chapter up yay! And no, I didn't make Shiori up just so I could be in this story. It just seemed like a good twist of fate. Thanks a lot! Please review!