Realization
Realization
Here's the second chapter. Enjoy!!
Disclaimer: I do not own The Prince of Tennis.
Chapter 2: New and Improved
Sakuno woke up the next morning, new and improved. She did her daily routine, and headed for school.
She was one of the first people to arrive at the classroom.. She quickly sat down and immediately started to study for her math test after lunch. When Tomoka came into the classroom and began chattering about "Ryoma-sama," Sakuno zoned her out. Finally, the tennis star arrived, looking as bored as ever. Many of the girls in the class swooned. Tomoka quickly rushed over to greet him.
Sakuno did not move, In fact, she acted as though he did not exist. She was on a mission today: Get a B or higher on the math test. Sakuno was determined to accomplish it, and even more determined to prove to Ryoma of her dignity. Tomoka seemed to notice Sakuno's unusual behavior, and quickly came over to her.
"What are you doing, Sakuno? Ryoma-sama just came in. Go greet him!"
"I'm busy, I need to study for my math test. I don't wanna fail again. Besides, what's the point? It's not like we're friends or anything."
"What are you talking about?! I thought you liked Ryoma-sama!"
"Keyword, liked. I'm over him now."
"…You're kidding, right?"
Sakuno sighed, and forced a small smile on her face.
"Think of it this way, Tomo-chan., Echizen-kun has one less fan girl. You'll have a better chance with him, he'll have one less annoyance, and I'll finally be able to pass my classes. It's a win-win situation."
Tomoka looked surprised and opened her mouth to say something. However, the teacher came in, and she was forced to sit down. Sakuno was free from her comments, for the moment at least.
She found out something very interesting during class. If She's not constantly dreaming about Ryoma, Sakuno was able to understand every word the teacher is saying. When Yamanaka-sensei began the lecture about the properties of certain chemicals, she was actually able to keep up! Looks like I'm not stupid after all! She thought
At lunch, Tomoka seemed to have finally recovered from their conversation earlier. She's accepted the fact that Sakuno not longer had feelings toward "Ryoma-sama." However, that means that she is now endlessly interrogating Sakuno about whom she did like.
"Come on, tell me, if you don't like Ryoma-sama, then who do you like?"
"For the last time, Tomo-chan, no one, I'm only interested in my grades and improving in tennis right now."
"I don't believe that. There are many hot boys in this school. Come on, is it one of our sempais on Seigaku."
"Tomo-chan! You know I don't date older boys."
"Fine…what about Tanaka Toshiyuki? He's hot, and I hear he's really romantic."
"But he's also a playboy that doesn't know the meaning to the word 'relationship.' Besides I already told you, I don't like anyone."
"Okay, one more, Yoshida Hiroshi. Come on, he's so charming. And did you see him with his shirt off during that swim completion last week? I swear he has an eight pack!"
"No, and if you ask one more time, I'm not eating lunch with you anymore."
"Ugh, fine you're boring, and…is that strawberry cake?"
Sakuno looked down at her bento. Sure enough, there was a small piece of strawberry cake in it. Obaa-san must've put it in there when she made my bento. She thought.
"Yeah, I baked some yesterday. Obaa-san must've put it in there this morning."
"Omigod, your cakes are the best. Can I have some?"
"Sure."
The math test seemed easier than Sakuno had hoped. Maybe I'll even get in the 90s this time. She thought wistfully. I should probably go to practice today. I haven't gone in a long time.
On her way to the tennis courts, Sakuno miraculously crossed paths with Ryoma. She did not greet him, or look at him. Ryoma had the same uncaring expression he always had. Well, he's still same old Ryoma, she thought. However, when she passed him and was unable to see his face, Ryoma frowned.
A/N: If anyone wants to know the meaning of the two characters I've created, please go to my profile. Review!!