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Chapter 4 - Encounters
Kuroko entered a seemingly large chamber like classroom which is lit up by large candles placed all around the room. It is day time, however, the dark grey clouds in the sky made it seem almost as if it is night. Kuroko also noticed the arrangement of the wooden chairs and tables. They are nicely put into rows which stretch back into the large classroom. The room looks exactly like a lecture room… no it is a lecture room. Kuroko would be blind to notice that everyone's eyes are on him. As soon as he has entered the classroom, the teal haired was the center of attention. His guardians only sighted at the sight and proceeded to sit on their desks. Kuroko followed and sat in between Akashi and Midorima. They had agreed on this seating plan, seemingly it would become very difficult for other vampires to touch Kuroko this way. He is fully surrounded. Behind him sat Kise and Aomine, Akashi and Midorima beside him and lastly Murasakibara who sat at the front.
Despite all the bloodlust which is being emitted from his classmates, Kuroko was glad for the large windows which are covering the whole left side of the classroom. At least this way he wouldn't feel trapped, like in most rooms which only had small windows. Large windows always eased Kuroko's mind, making him feel slightly free in a world which traps him. Everywhere he goes, he feels as if he is in a cage. A fate bestowed upon him by his blood.
Finally after about 5 minutes, the professor has entered the classroom. He stood up firmly and had the aura of a knowledgeable person… vampire. "Good morning students. I was informed a while ago that we will be having a special guest today attending out lesson" The professor scanned the classroom with his eyes and finally caught the sight of rainbow coloured heads sitting further in the back row in the middle. "Welcome Blood Type S. My name is Eiji Shirogane. Should you have some questions, please don't hesitate to ask. Vampire biology was specifically established for vampires to learn more about themselves, which doesn't apply to you of course. Still, I would like for you to pay close attention. Maybe you could help me with demonstrations of how the fangs pierce through human skin"
Kuroko felt a shiver down his spine and noticed that all of the students eyes were on him, including the professors. If this is supposed to be a joke, then it wasn't funny. To Kuroko at least. He did however, notice that some of the vampires were giggling at the front of the classroom. The professor as well had a smirk on his face.
"Now back to the lesson. Students, take out your textbooks and notebooks and turn to page 459. Today we all be discussing the biology of vampire's fangs and the most effective ways to draw blood from humans" as soon as they heard the professor, the students eagerly drew out their books and as soon as they did, their gazes were back on Kuroko. Kuroko knew why they were so enthusiastic. This lesson is all about biting, piercing their fangs into their pray until they are completely empty dry of their blood. Kuroko could only imagine the fantasies in the vampire's minds. They all wished, their target is Kuroko, thus their sudden interest in the subject.
As the lesson proceeded, the professor wrote down notes on the large board covering the whole front side of the classroom which Kuroko and the rest of the students were facing. The professor drew vampire's fangs and continued further into explaining the function behind them. He showed the vampire students tubes in the fangs in which blood flows through. Every time he would make his point, his gaze would be on Kuroko who felt more than uncomfortable at the subject of the lesson. Kuroko experienced blood sucking on many occasions. All too many to count. Being forced to listen to the professor made Kuroko well aware at the receiving end of the action. The vampires have no emotion when it comes to humans. The professor would simply refer to them as "targets" or "objects" of focus.
Kuroko sat, wondering even if it is next to impossible. Would some vampires in this room actually consider the feelings of their pray? What it is like to be at the receiving end of losing blood. To be the prey…. Kuroko hoped but still knew that every single vampire in this room didn't think this way. Not in the slightest.
A group of male students sitting next to Midorima, seemingly friends, started giggling and smiling while looking at Kuroko. "Hey~ Won't you demonstrate what professor Shirogane is trying to teach? It would benefit all of the students in this room, and I could help you. Let me demonstrate the function of the fangs to the class" the student earned glares from all of the Miracles who were surrounding Kuroko. Kuroko was frightened when he noticed a sudden smirk on Akashi's face. "Yes I agree. It would certainly benefit the class, however, I must remind you that Type S is under the student council's protection. You would be wise to stay away" the student felt the coldness in Akashi's eyes and slightly backed away. The teen vampire felt brave with the presence of his companions behind him and didn't give in to Akashi's threats.
"You think you're some kind of a big shot but we all know that's all fake. You make people fear you but we are not afraid of you. Just you wait. We will get Type S's blood soon for sure" the student's confidence rose as he was trying to impress his friends behind him who only watched. Paralysed by fear of Akashi. No one who is sane would dare go and defy him. The group only watched as their friend acted tough, foolish enough to do so.
"Hmmm… Then I will await your visit very soon. I will even give you a piece advice. If you are foolish enough to do what you have just stated, you better be prepared to die" the student gulped and obediently turned forward to face the professor. He was frozen… those crimson red eyes of Akashi were no joke. They were as serious as ever. The vampire student was only grateful he didn't anger Akashi further. The Miracles attention went from the wannabe hero, to the professor. Kuroko continued to stare at the student and eventually turned away as well.
"Review chapter 14 for tomorrow and don't forget to complete the exercises at the end of the chapter. I will be checking who has done the homework so you will have to work very hard today. Type S, this applies to you as well. I will be expecting you to tell me all about the fangs of a vampire. I look forward to seeing you tomorrow" the professor eyed Kuroko with a smirk before finally dismissing the class. "Enjoy your lunch. Class dismissed"
"Where will we go Aka-chin~? It's lunch~ I need my snacks" Murasakibara is the first one to break the silence in the group. All of them remained seated as the other students around them slowly dispersed. The group of vampire boys from earlier disappeared as fast as their legs could carry them. Kuroko could not help but giggle at their reaction as they flew from Akashi.
"You smiled! Kurokocci smiled! Im glad" Kise noticed Kuoko's beautiful smile and observed in admiration before the teal haired took on a serious expression once again as to not anger the vampires. The Miracles could not help but be fascinated at Kuroko's beautiful smile. It is a smile of an angel. "Your smile was beautiful Tetsu. You should smile more" Aomine smiled at Kuroko who is now looking down.
"I would like Type S to explore the school grounds. Have an image of his surroundings. Shintarou go with Type S to the library. It's frustrating with him having nothing to do back at the dorm. A book or two should keep him occupied" Midorima nodded at the task he was given and pulled Kuroko's arm. The two left the group of four Miracles who headed into the opposite direction where the cafeteria is.
Midorima and Kuroko walked through the hallways with the usual stares they received from the rest of the students. Finally the two arrived at the library. The library was very large with rock walls and large black curtains on the windows. The windows were the same as in the classroom which made Kuroko glad. "Here this way" Midorima entered the library with Kuroko closely following him. Kuroko couldn't help but be amazed at the large quantity of books which are in the library. The books are sorted out by departments such as science, mathematics, languages and so on.
As Midorima and Kuroko walked deeper into the library, Kuroko was more and more amazed at the contents of the library. He even forgot about all of the glares he is receiving from the other students around him. Their drools and bloodlust escaped Kuroko's senses completely. His eyes were only on the books now. Midorima led Kuroko to an empty table and sat him down there. "Stay here. I will get you some books from that shelf" Kuroko nodded and waited for Midorima to pick books for him. Of course, Midorima didn't distance himself from Kuroko. He still had him in his field of sight and was at the nearest shelf to the table. The shelf was right across Kuroko's table, less than 10 meters away.
Kuroko waited in anticipation as Midorima's attention was on the books. Kuroko twitched in his seat, his eyes observing each and every book Midorima took in his hands. Suddenly Kuroko felt a large yet cold hand on his shoulder. "Hello! You must be Blood Type S. Nice to meet you. My name is Kiyoshi Teppei and Im your classmate. I wanted to introduce myself to you earlier but didn't have the chance. Nice to meet you" Kiyoshi extended his arm towards Kuroko waiting for him to shake it. Kuroko looked at the large vampire about 6 feet tall. He has short brown hair and surprisingly large hands which really stood out. Kuroko observed the smiling vampire before extending his arm.
Kuroko was just about to shake the vampire's hand when another hand from the back pulled him backwards. "Kuroko what are you doing? Who are you? What business do you have here?" Midorima eyed the brown haired vampire with seriousness in his eyes. Kiyoshi was startled but smiled never the less.
"Ah sorry to startle you. I just wanted to introduce myself to Type S here. No harm intended of course. Im not a fool to do that" Kiyoshi retrieved his hand and faced the serious Midorima who hid Kuroko behind him. "Haha Im sorry for interrupting. I'll take my leave now" with that Kiyoshi took his leave. As Midorima and Kuroko watched the brown haired vampire walk away, Kuroko felt yet another déjà vu pulling him backwards.
"Hi Type S! Im so happy to finally meet you! Im Momoi Satsuki, you can call me Momoi" Kuroko turned around to face a beautiful girl with long pink hair. He was taken aback by her beauty. He did not see any other beautiful woman apart from Alex his entire life. This encounter is sure to leave an impact on Kuroko.
"My~ My~ You're even more beautiful in person. I just want to eat you up!" Momoi smiled and hugged the teal haired boy tightly. Kuroko choked by the force of the hug. Momoi wasn't even conscious of her own strength. Vampires are way more powerful than humans and if not careful, their strength could crush the bones of the weaker creatures. "Momoi let him go" hearing the voice of her friend, the pink haired vampire let go of the human immediately. "Ah sorry! Im so sorry!" the girl apologised as Kuroko went to lean on his chair, trying to maintain stability. "N-No. It's alright. Nice to meet you too Momoi-san. Im Kuroko Tetsuya" with heavy pants, Kuroko barely introduced himself.
"Of course I know who you are. I mean who doesn't, right Midorin?" Momoi set her sights on her green haired friend who simply sighted at the remark. "We will be here only for a while. It is dangerous for him to be out of the student council room. In fact we will take our leave now" Midorima grabbed Kuroko by the hand and started walking towards the door, much to Momoi's disappointment. "Alright, but promise you will make it up to me Midorin. I also want some time with Tetsu-kun!" Midorima sighted as if out of habit before replying. "Alright, alright" just these few words were enough to put a smile on Momoi's face before the two left the library.
Midorima and Kuroko walked through the corridors when Kuroko noticed a group of students playing some sort of sport outside of the window. Kuroko stopped in his tracks and stood by the window observing the group. Midorima didin't notice Kuroko had stopped and simply continued walking, his mind focused on the book he held in his hand. Soon Kuroko was left alone in the corridor looking out of the window. This did not go unnoticed to the rest of the students who started approaching Kuroko slowly as to not make him aware of their presence. About three students slowly made their way towards Kuroko who was staring out of the window. His eyes focused on the sports field. Suddenly a hand appeared on Kuroko's shoulder and completely turned him around with force.
Kuroko was taken aback when he saw three male vampires surrounding him. He struggled to no luck, due to the vampire's strength. "This will be fast" one of the vampires said as his head came closer to Kuroko's neck. Just before he was about to bite Kuroko and pierce his fangs through his skin, a hand pulled the head of the vampire backwards, throwing the vampire onto a wall. The other two watched their comrade hit the wall and then averted their gaze onto the attacker. It was a tall brown haired vampire with black sunglasses. The vampire looked slightly older and did not seem like a student. Kuroko widened his eyes in realisation as he recognised the vampire before him. "Aida-san!"" The older vampire smiled at the mention of him name and turned to face Kuroko. "Hey kiddo. Miss me?" Kuroko smiled back at the vampire, somewhat happy to see the vampire he knew since childhood.
"Hmmmmm? Where are your guards?" As soon as Kagetora said that, Midorima is seen running back through the corridors towards Kuroko. He lost his breath when he finally arrived at his destination. "Kuroko! Where did you disappear off to? Why did you leave my sight?" Midorima raised his voice which startled Kuroko. "I was looking out of the window. I was wondering what that group of students were doing" Kuroko pointed to the group of students who he had watched. Midorima looked out of the window and saw a couple of students playing basketball. Midorima got more and more furious at Kuroko.
"Now, now calm down. It's not Tetsuya's fault. Everything is just new to him" Kagetora smiled and placed his hand Kuroko's head. Kuroko felt the warmth of the hand which had been with him all of those years in his childhood. A hand of a man who was like a father to Kuroko. Kuroko enjoyed the warmth of the hand on his head when suddenly a voice could be heard from the corridors. A female's voice.
"Dad! You're here!" Riko Aida came running through the corridors to greet her father who had just arrived. "I missed you!" Riko embraced her father into a hug as Kuroko could only observe. "Haha I missed you too Riko. Sorry but I'll be here for a short time. I came here to carry out a job you see" Kagetora put his daughter off of him and faced Kuroko with a worried expression.
"It's time Tetsuya. Follow me" Kuroko's happiness has now completely faded when he saw other Vampire Council members walking towards them in their dark cloaks, which were completely covering them. Kuroko simply shook his head as he followed Kagetora and the other three Vampire council members into a dark isolated room. The room had been prepared for use by the Teiko principal and the Vampire Council. The room was just a few doors away from the principal's office and looked similar if not exactly the same as the room Kuroko was kept in his entire life. However, the striking resemblance was not what caught Kurko's attention but rather the device which was located in the center of the room. The cursed chair whose function was only to take blood from Kuroko.
Kuroko started to shake uncontrollably at the familiar sight before him, before two Vampire Council members took him by each arm and tied him onto the chair. Kagetora and Midorima only watched as the teal haired was screaming in pain from blood extraction.
Author's note
Hi guys! Sorry for being late, but still today is sunday (my time) so I still made the double release in one week right? haha I released chapter 3 on monday and today is sunday. I guess it's ok.
If some of you feel that the story is going to slow... it's because I plan for this fanfic to be long. Maybe 15 chapters or more. I have so much ideas that I want to write ASAP but I have to take it slow. Also, don't worry. Kuroko will have character development in future chapters.
I hope you enjoyed this chapter and please review. I read every single comment and I take into account what you guys are saying. Reviews make me smile.
There will be an explanation in the next chapter as to why the blood extraction scene happened at the end.
Please bombard me with reviews. They are more than welcome. I will release the next chapter sometime next week. Hopefully it will be a double release in one week again :)