WARNING! If you don't like yaoi (boy x boy) then please don't read this.
Kuroko no Basuke as well as the cover image used for this story both belong to their respective owners.
This is a roleplay story done by KurokoTetsuya101 and The Lucky Bell.
When morning came, Kuroko grumbled as the sunlight coming from the balcony woke him up. He didn't feel like getting up yet, so he just moved closer to his beloved to snuggle close to him.
Meanwhile, Akashi's motionless body began moving again. Slowly the redhead opened his eyes before looking to the side at Kuroko. The redhead looked at him for a while before sitting up.
"Mm.. Seijuuro?" Kuroko didn't open his tired eyes but he did reach a hand out to gently grasp Akashi's hand. "Let's not get up yet.."
Akashi looked down at Kuroko, "No I think its time to wake up."
"How come?" He tiredly asked. "Got some plans today?" He asked playfully before opening his eyes. Then he froze as he looked up at Akashi, staring at his two red eyes.
"No. I have nothing planned but I would appreciate it if you let go of me." Akashi said while moving his hand that Kuroko held.
Kuroko didn't really want to let go, but he forced himself to release Akashi's hand anyway. This wasn't his Seijuuro. It was just.. Akashi. "..Well, good morning, um.." What should he call this person? He has gotten used to calling him Seijuuro..
"Akashi. Since you've grown accustomed to calling my other self by our first name, it only seems appropriate you call me 'Akashi'." Since the two are one and the same person, the name would fit perfectly. It would also symbolize how close each of them is to Kuroko.
"Okay.. Akashi." It felt weird to call the other Akashi. "I'm sorry if you didn't like me holding your hand. I thought.."
"I'm not him." Akashi stretched his arms in the air, "Even though we share the same body we are two different individuals." After stretching, Akashi looked at his hands. "It feels strange, having control of my body again." Ever since middle school, the other Akashi hadn't shown himself. Now that he did, it brought back some memories and nostalgia.
"That sounds.." It was pretty creepy for someone to say that. Who wouldn't be confused and/or creeper out if someone suddenly said 'It's been a while since I inhabited a body'? "A-Anyway.." What was Kuroko supposed to ask now? "Is there.. anything you are wanting to do now that you are the one walking and talking?"
"Actually I do. You see I came for a reason." Akashi put his hands back down before looking at Kuroko, "I know my other self and you are about to get engaged. However, I also inhabit this body, therefore I should have a say in this as well." Akashi narrowed his eyes, "And I don't approve of your marriage."
Kuroko froze for a moment and just stared at Akashi. Why.. did he disapprove? "If I may ask, why don't you approve of it..?"
"The one who fell in love with you was my other self. But since we're two people in one body, that would mean that marriage would need my approval as well." Akashi noticed Kuroko's worried expression; "I have been watching you for a long time Kuroko. I've been watching you and my other self from within but while my other self fell for you, I didn't. And that's why I disapprove, because I don't hold those feelings of love for you."
"I.. I see.." Kuroko mumbled. So he really did have to make Akashi fall in love with him all over again. How could he do that in just the time the cruise will sail? "So you won't approve.. unless I get you to return those feelings?"
"Correct. That is if I return those feelings at all." Akashi said as he stood up and walked up to the window, moving the curtains away to look outside.
"Then I'll take the challenge." Kuroko said as he watched Akashi. There was no way he could just give up before trying. "But either way, we should go out soon, right? We shouldn't waste such a nice cruise." He smiled before remembering something about Akashi. "Oh, you still have sea sickness right?"
"Sea sickness? No, luckily I don't have it while my other self does." Akashi took a few steps to show Kuroko that he really doesn't have it. Somehow it felt like having a little brother of sorts, now that he's in control his other self won't have to suffer through the seasickness.
"Well, that's good!" Kuroko smiled and stood up. He'd need to get dressed for the day and so did Akashi, but would it be alright to change in front of each other? If Akashi has been watching them the whole time, then he must've seen him naked before. Kuroko suddenly paused. Did that mean... this Akashi has watched them do it before?!
Akashi noticed the bluenette suddenly freeze. By the looks of his expression, Akashi could guess what he was thinking about. "When I said that I saw everything, I meant everything."
Kuroko tried not to let his cheeks burn red and turned away. "I-I'm sorry if you saw something you didn't want to see!"
Akashi sighed before walking up to the bathroom, "It's alright. If you don't mind I'll go shower." And with that, Akashi went to the bathroom and closed the doors leaving Kuroko alone in the bedroom.
Kuroko stared at the bathroom door for a few moments before looking away. How was he supposed to make someone fall in love with him? His Seijuuro said he fell in love with him as soon as he saw his eyes. But this Akashi has already seen everything about him. How was he supposed to make someone like that fall in love with him? He shook his head and focused on getting dressed. He had to try. If he didn't succeed, he'd never be able to marry the one he loved.
After a while, Akashi finished showering and got out of the bathroom. Kuroko was startled as the redhead wore nothing more than a towel around his waist. Well... he had already seen Akashi naked many times but this Akashi is not exactly 'his' Akashi.
Akashi didn't pay any attention to Kuroko as he walked up to his drawer to get dressed. "So what will we do today?" He asked casually.
Kuroko refrained from staring, giving Akashi his privacy. "Well.. Me and Seijuuro didn't explore much due to his sea sickness, so I'm not sure what's on the ship yet.."
"Alright, We can do that." Akashi said as he put on his pants and then a shirt.
"And you can pick what to do if you see something interesting." Kuroko offered to the other with a smile.
Akashi turned around to look at Kuroko, "We can both decide while walking." Akashi sat down on the bed, waiting for the bluenette to finish dressing.
"Alright." After Kuroko finished dressing, he tilted his head as he looked at Akashi. "...I guess we can go now."
Akashi nodded as they both left the room. First they walked through the hallway of the bedrooms before getting on an elevator that would take them to the large hall. The hall is the center of the ship where you could find many different things. Cafes, cinemas, restaurants, shops, and so on. It was as if they were in a large shopping center but much more luxurious.
Kuroko looked around in amazement. Where should they go first? There was so much to do! "Is anything catching your eye?"
Akashi looked around as well but didn't seem amused. Seeing Akashi, Kuroko got a bit nervous. This is his chance to make a move but what should he do?
"H-Hey, how about the cinema? I've never been in one on a cruise before." Kuroko figured that if they were in the dark and sitting close together, he might be able to do something.
"The cinema? I don't mind." Akashi agreed as the two went towards the said place. They looked at the posters and the movies that were playing. "Do you have a particular movie in mind?"
There were lots of options, especially the ones that Kuroko has never seen before. However maybe he'll get a better chance if he picked horror? "Think you're up for horror?" He asked playfully. "Not afraid, right~?"
"Of course not." Akashi smirked, sparing a glance at Kuroko.
"Alright. Horror it is then~" Kuroko lead Akashi inside the cinema.
The two got popcorn and drinks before entering the hall. They found their seats and waited for the movie to begin. It was somewhat unusual because usually Akashi would be the one who would always make moves on the bluenette. Like kissing in public, touching his ass, and so on. However, this time nothing. Akashi didn't do anything and it made Kuroko miss his old Akashi.
I never thought I'd miss Seijuuro's embarrassing moves on me in public. Kuroko thought to himself with some amusement. He glanced at Akashi, wondering if Seijuuro was watching from the inside or if he was just... not there. "You sure you're not scared?"
Akashi ate some of the popcorn before looking at Kuroko, "The movie didn't even begin yet." He pointed out, somewhat deadpanning. "Don't worry Kuroko. I'm not the type to get scared from a fictional movie."
"I know. I just wanted to make sure you were alright with it so you don't end up chickening out." He smiled. Hopefully being playful would make Akashi relax, but it wasn't working so far.
"I see." Akashi took a sip of his drink before turning to face the big screen. So far it wasn't going so well for Kuroko…
The movie started and like with almost every horror movie, it had a slow beginning. They should make the beginnings more enticing in Kuroko's opinion! That'll make people watch more horror. Since there wasn't any horror yet, Kuroko decided to do his hand holding idea. He reached for his drink and "accidentally" touched Akashi's hand.
Akashi glanced at the bluenette and moved his hand away. Not doing anything more, he continued watching the movie.
Kuroko tried not to visibly pout, but he did sigh. He really wasn't sure about himself. He guessed he'd have to do the whole "cling to your partner when a murder scene comes on" trick. It took a while for some action to arise but once it did, Kuroko didn't even have to act scared. What movie did they walk into?! Why was it actually scary?!
While Kuroko and almost everyone in the cinema were fidgeting in their seats or hugging their companions for comfort, Akashi did none of the above. How could anyone be afraid of plastic figurines and special effects? Akashi thought but guessed he would never know. He looked to the side at Kuroko again and noticed the bluenette slightly trembling. He sighed, guess it can't be helped.
Akashi reached out for Kuroko's hand, taking it into his. Trying to comfort the bluenette somewhat. Holding hands wasn't so bad. Even friends did it so Akashi had no problems with it.
Kuroko looked at Akashi with surprise before relaxing a little. Maybe he was making progress after all? It was better than nothing. At least he didn't go through a whole entire horror movie with no progress.
The movie went on but the date didn't go as well as Kuroko had planned. He did make some progress with holding hands but other than that, nothing. Even when he tried to cling to the redhead, Akashi would just ignore him and let him do whatever he wanted. But to Kuroko he just looked like he wanted to help him get through the movie, not to be lovely dovely with him. Well... it's not like Kuroko doesn't have more plans in store for the redhead.
Kuroko sighed as the two left the cinema once the movie was over. It didn't go as planned but hey, since when did anything go as planned? "Are you hungry Sei- I mean Akashi? We should check out one of the cafe's or something."
"Good idea." Akashi was starting to feel hungry so the two of them went to look for a good cafe or restaurant. Luckily they found one outside so they could eat while watching the sea.
"What's your favorite meal?" His Seijuuro enjoyed tofu soup so maybe Akashi would as well?
"My favorite meal?" Akashi asked as the two sat at a table. "Tofu soup."
"I didn't eat much tofu soup before but thanks to Seijuuro, I came to like them." Kuroko explained and smiled at Akashi who was sitting across from him. "Anyway, are you wanting to order that? What about drinks?"
"If they have it then I would like to. I think I'll just get some water." Akashi said as he looked up at the menu.
"Okay. I'll get my usual milkshake then." Kuroko had another idea in mind. He just hoped it would work.
Soon the waitress came and the two ordered their food and drinks. It was unusually awkward since there was silence most of the time. Whenever Kuroko asked something, Akashi would just vaguely reply, leaving no room for further conversation. Not long after, their drinks arrived.
Now that the drinks were here, Kuroko could put his next idea into affect. He took his milkshake and happily drank it. While it was good, it wasn't beyond heavenly like any other milkshake he's tried. But Akashi didn't know that. "Wow, this is really good! Do you want to try, Akashi?" He asked, holding out the drink with a smile.
"No thank you. I don't like sweet things." Akashi politely declined, taking a sip of his water.
"But it's really good." Kuroko pouted. "Please? For me?"
Akashi thought for a bit, he really didn't want to drink it but due to Kuroko's pleading puppy eyes, he had little to no choice. Akashi reluctantly nodded before taking the drink from Kuroko's hands. Kuroko watched as the straw neared Akashi's lips closer and closer... he couldn't hold in the excitement but as fate would have it...
"Kuroko!" An all too familiar face ran to their table and hit it so hard that it made Akashi drop the drink, which then landed on the floor.
"Oh shit... Sorry about that. I'll buy you a new one." Kagami smiled, scratching his back. However, froze when he felt a deadly aura behind him.
As if he could get Akashi to drink another! The moment was ruined! "Why are you here Kagami-kun?" He questioned the other, trying not to glare but it didn't really work.
"E-Eh! D-Don't give me that look! I just came to greet you! Geez and here I thought we're best friends!" Kagami yelled back while Akashi picked up the drink or at least the bottle. Luckily none of it spilled on him or Kuroko.
Akashi looked upwards at Kagami and remembered who he was. He knows from the 'other' Akashi's memories.
"I don't remember the action of running into a table being considered as a greeting." Kuroko sighed. What's done is done, he couldn't change that. "Are you really here to greet me, or are you needing a place to hide again?"
Kagami groaned, "Nah~ I finally got rid of him. While running away I passed through the arcade. He probably staid there to play some games. Aren't I genius?" Kagami proudly said as he took out a chair and sat down at the table, without asking. "Man I'm starving... One burger please!" Kagami called out to the waitress who nodded with a smile, taking his order.
Why do people keep joining his and Akashi's dates? Well, it's technically not considered a date since this isn't his Seijuuro... Kuroko leaned towards Kagami and made the other lean closer by tugging on his shirt. "Don't say or do anything out of hand please, okay?" Kuroko whispered. "And don't say anything about Akashi's eyes or how he's acting, please. I swear if you do what I said not to do, I'll call Aomine-kun to tell him where you're at."
"Why?" Kagami spared a glance at Akashi who was wiping the milkshake from the table with a tissue. Now that he looked closer Akashi's golden eye disappeared! Kagami was really confused.
"What happened? Don't tell me you did something?"
"It's a long story.. To make it short, that's Seijuuro's other personality, the original one. Seijuuro isn't the host of the body before us, but this Akashi is." This was hard to explain and he doubted someone like Kagami could understand.
"What?" Kagami looked around. "This isn't some kind of a hidden camera prank right? I'm not that much of an idiot!" Kagami just couldn't believe it. Second personality? Not the host of a body? Isn't that something from sci-fi movies?
Kuroko tugged on Kagami's shirt again, stopping him from looking around any longer. "I don't care if you don't believe me but just please, don't ruin this." He didn't want to lose any chances at getting his Seijuuro back. "If you mess this up.. I might not get Seijuuro back.." He murmured, frowning to himself.
"Okay, okay. I got it." Kagami truly didn't know what to think of what Kuroko told him. He even thought that Kuroko was losing it! But even so, he'll cover for his friend. "By the way thanks for doing me a favour. You totally sold me off!" Kagami frowned, remembering how Kuroko told Aomine that he was under the table.
"Well, he really wanted to ask you something." Kuroko said. "Why do you run away from him? Why don't you at least give him a chance?"
Kagami groaned, "You don't get it Kuroko! I-It's... it's complicated okay!" Kagami frowned, fidgeting with his shirt. "Anyways, since I'm doing you a favor now, no more selling me out! You're supposed to have my back and I yours! That's how it always was." Kagami couldn't bare having Aomine catch him... Not after what happened. The whole thing made his face tomato red, even while thinking about it!
After seeing Kagami's red cheeks, Kuroko was almost certain something happened between the two former aces. "You'll have to give him a chance one day. You can't run forever." He sighed before looking back at Akashi. "Sorry about Kagami-kun. I'm sure you already know he can be quite the... outgoing partner."
"Yes. Although I think that's one of his positive traits. If he wasn't who he is then we wouldn't have won the Winter Cup." Akashi said as the waitress came to take the wet tissues. She cleaned up the mess and left the three alone again.
Kagami raised his eyebrows, somehow creeped out by the fact that Akashi praised him. But it's not like he didn't like it. "Finally someone who understands me!" Kagami said but both he and Kuroko were surprised when small laugh escaped Akashi's lips.
"We're all different and unique in our own ways. You're certainly one of a kind as well." Akashi smiled while Kagami comically cried tears of joy.
"T-Thanks... I wish someone I know could be more like you." Kagami glanced at Kuroko, "The 'other' Akashi's traits are really rubbing off of him." Kagami teasingly said.
Kuroko didn't reply to Kagami's teasing. He was looking down at his own lap, his hands clenching into fists. Kagami wasn't even here for five minutes and he already got Akashi to smile and even laugh. He even got Akashi to praise him! And what has he done besides making Akashi hold his hand during the movies or almost forcing him to drink his milkshake? At this rate, he'll never get his beloved back.
"Kuroko? You okay?" Kagami asked when he noticed that Kuroko was acting a bit off.
"I'm fine." Kuroko answered with a quiet voice as he gathered his emotions. He couldn't give up yet. He had to do whatever it takes to get this Akashi to accept him.
"If you say so." Kagami wasn't so sure but decided to leave the teal head alone for now. Maybe he'll ask him about the whole Akashi thing later. The situation still kind of creeped him out.
Not soon after, the waitress came with their orders. She handed Akashi and Kuroko their tofu soup, while giving Kagami his burger. "Enjoy." and with that she left yet again.
"Sweet." Kagami said before taking a bite out of his burger. He enjoyed the magnificent taste of a 'rich class' burger. While chewing he spared a glance at Kuroko. "Since when do you like tofu soup?"
"Seijuuro got me to like it recently. Close to the end of high school, before graduation." Kuroko answered. "Tofu doesn't taste too good alone but it's great in a soup."
"Really?" Kagami remembered the times when they would go to Maji Burger together. At the time Kuroko would always order his wretched milkshake and one small burger. Maybe it's good that he's not eating much junk food now?
"Even though my other self likes the tofu soup you make the most." Akashi revealed, bringing a spoon up to his lips to eat.
Kuroko looked up at Akashi before smiling softly. "If only I could try to make you some. I don't know if it'll be good but I wish I could try."
"You could make one in the kitchen. I could ask them to let you in with my connections?" Akashi suggested, "I have to admit that I want to try it. Since my other self loves it so much. Only if it's not a bother."
"I want to try it." Akashi quickly said, there was no doubt in his voice that he genuinely wants to try Kuroko's cooking. Kagami watched as he gulped down the piece of the burger that he was eating.
"Can I try it too?" He asked and then teasingly whispered, "Even though I taught you how to cook it~"
"You'll make me look bad." Kuroko pouted towards Kagami. Then he looked back at Akashi. "But for now, let's enjoy our food?"
Akashi nodded before everyone dug into their food. Surprisingly Kuroko ate more than half of his tofu soup, which was a big achievement. Also something his Seijuro managed to make him do.
Kagami not surprisingly, ate everything while Akashi ate his food quietly while maintaining etiquette. Once done, the waitress collected the food and gave them the bill. Akashi told her to put it on the room and once she did, they all stood up.
"So where to now?" Kagami enthusiastically said, hitting his full stomach.
"I'm unsure. We were just exploring the ship." Kuroko told Kagami. "Wait, are you planning to hang with us?"
"Of course! I want to kill time so I'll join you two." Kagami said, not knowing that his words made Kuroko pout in gloom. Just why did everyone have to interrupt his dates with Akashi!? What's more, Kagami, the Bakakagmi he is, can't read the situation and guess on his own that Kuroko wants him to leave.
While sulking in his own misery, out of the corner of his eye, Kuroko could see a tanned man waving at him. His eyes widened, and he smirked when he saw who it was. Finally! A ray of hope.
Kuroko, Akashi and Kagami walked through, looking at the shops. More particularly a sports shop looking for new basketball shoes. Kagami had just found a pair he likes and his size. He was about to try them on when suddenly someone placed a hand on his shoulder.
"Yo~ Looking for some shoes?" Kagami jumped up, startled by the sudden voice close to his ear. He looked to the side to see that the person was none other than Aomine!
"W-What are you doing here!"
"Huh? Isn't it obvious? Looking for some shoes." Aomine answered while Kagami struggled to get out of his hold.
"Mind letting me go?" Kagami asked but Aomine didn't budge. Instead, an idea came to him.
"How about a game? You and me, one-on-one. The winner gets to buy the other new shoes." Aomine suggested but Kagami was suspicious at first.
"What're you trying to do?" He asked warily.
"Nothing. I just want to play some basketball. And I would say it's a good deal~ We won't buy just any shoes but Jordans. How about that?"
"Jordans? I'm in!" As soon as the brand was mentioned, Kagami agreed and ran out of the store. "Oi! Let's go already!"
Aomine giggled to himself as he ran out the shop. But not before showing Kuroko a thumbs up.
It was a win-win situation. Kagami got to play basketball, Aomine got to be with Kagami and Kuroko could continue trying to get on Akashi's good side. Now that Kagami was out of the way, they could continue on.
"See anything you like?" Kuroko asked Akashi. Since they're in a sports store, they mind as well get something if it catches their eye.
Akashi turned around and picked up a pair of shoes, "I would like to try these ones." The shoes Akashi held were white with two blue stripes on them.
"Okay." Kuroko looked around until he spotted an empty seat. "You can sit down there and try them on."
Akashi did just that before taking his shoes off. "Are there any you like?"
"No, I'm okay... I don't play basketball that often anymore anyway." He only played it when Kagami did or when everyone wanted to get together to play.
"Even though you play with everyone else and my other self on the street ball court sometimes?" Akashi asked but then smiled. "Pick any you like. It's my treat."
"I-I can't possibly take your money like that.." Shoes were expensive. He couldn't ask Akashi to do that for him. He wouldn't even ask Seijuuro, although he was sure Seijuuro would have bought some anyway.
"It's fine. It's not that much." Akashi assured, "My other self gives you so many things so I thought that I could buy you shoes. Its the least I could do." With all the money his family has, shoes don't even classify as 'expensive'.
"...I'll try to make that tofu soup extra delicious as a thanks then." Kuroko smiled softly. "Thank you, Akashi."
"No problem." Akashi smiled as he bend down to put the new shoes on. Meanwhile Kuroko searched for the shoes of his liking.
What should he pick? It's not like it's a huge decision but it was a choice all in all. Should he just aim for something like Akashi's shoes? "Are.. these fine?" He asked Akashi while holding up plain white sneakers.
Akashi looked up but didn't seem impressed by the choice. He saw the price tag and of course, Kuroko chose one of the cheapest ones. "Don't think about the price Kuroko. Choose one from that shelf." Akashi pointed to the right where the Jordans were. The Jordans are one of the most known and expensive brands. If Akashi is going to buy Kuroko shoes then it should be good ones. Not those that would break the next day.
Kuroko deadpanned before putting the shoes back. He reluctantly made his way over to the Jordans and looked around. Why the hell were these so expensive?! $300 for a pair of shoes?! "I feel scammed.."
"Don't be. Choose any you like." Akashi smirked, tying up his shoes. When he did, he looked up and watched the bluenette struggle to choose between expensive and the extremely expensive shoes. Akashi watched in amusement as his right eye suddenly changed color. "Just pick one Tetsuya~ If you don't then I'll have to buy them all~"
"Tetsuya..?" Only Seijuuro called him that. "Seijuuro?" Kuroko turned to Akashi and spotted the golden eye. It was Seijuuro!
Akashi's smirk widened in amusement. He always loved seeing his fiancé's surprised face. However, suddenly Akashi gasped in pain and bend down, placing his hand on his right eye.
"Seijuuro!" Kuroko made his way to Akashi's side quickly. "Are you okay?"
Akashi didn't respond but kept holding his eye until the pain ceased. "Seijuuro?" Kuroko asked in concern but when Akashi moved his hand and opened his eyes, they were both red. It wasn't his Seijuro but the other Akashi. Kuroko should be glad that Akashi is okay but he still felt saddened that his Akashi disappeared.
"I'm sorry for scaring you Kuroko." Akashi said as he leaned on his chair.
"Never mind that. Are you sure you're alright Akashi?" Whether this was Seijuuro or not, he was going to make sure Akashi was okay. "You can rest there for a few minutes if you'd like."
"I'll do that. Sorry." Akashi raised his hand to touch his head. So his other self attempted to take control? Well, Akashi won't make it that easy for him that's for sure. After all, he had just gained freedom.
Akashi sat on the chair with Kuroko beside him. After a few minutes Akashi turned to Kuroko, "Did you choose which ones you want?"
"I decided I'll just pick ones like Akashi's." Kuroko said, holding up the shoes that kind of looked like Akashi's. "Is that okay?"
"If they are the ones you like then why not." Akashi stood up from his chair feeling a bit better. He walked around in the new shoes and decided to get them. After choosing the shoes they want and paid before leaving. While walking Akashi still felt a bit under the clouds but tried to act normal. He can't let his other self surface... Not now…
"Are you alright Akashi?" Kuroko asked when he saw that the other was down. What made the other look so upset? He had to cheer him up. He looked around, trying to look for something to cheer Akashi up. "Hey, there's a library over there! You want to see what books they have?" Maybe this Akashi liked reading too?
Akashi winced but tried to mask it. He looked over at the library before nodding. "Alright." He agreed despite having difficulties controlling his other self that wanted to come out. He'll just have to endure.
Kuroko took Akashi's hand and this time, it wasn't to win Akashi over. It was to help him with his mental struggles. He carefully took him over to the library which was much more quiet than outside. "Any favorite genres?"
"I like all of them." Akashi said. He read ever since he was little and as time passed he came to love all books. Be it horror, action, romance, if it's a book he'll read it.
Kuroko and Akashi walked towards an empty table. Akashi sat down but when Kuroko was about to sit next to him, Akashi stopped him. "Could you please get us some books?" Akashi asked, wanting to have some time alone to suppress his other self. Selecting books will keep Kuroko busy while he did that.
"Alright.." Kuroko supposed they couldn't get books if they were just sitting around anyway. He nodded and walked off, planning to get some interesting books. After a few minutes of going around and collecting some books, a poster caught his eye. A poster? On a cruise? What could the cruise be doing already?
He approached the poster with wide eyes. A ball? Tonight? "They didn't need to call it a ball just because it sounds fancy for the fancy people here..." But either way, a ball could be the perfect opportunity to get on Akashi's good side!
While Kuroko was distracted, Akashi leaned on the table and closed his eyes.
"It's time I come back."
"No! Not yet! I want to know more about Kuroko before you marry us off."
"I love him."
"But I don't. Don't you think you're being unfair?"
"Not in the slightest. I want to be with Tetsuya so I'll do everything in my power to make that dream come true."
Akashi giggled, "So selfish. I won't let you marry if I don't deem him worthy."
There was silence.
"We'll see about that."
And with that, Akashi opened his red eyes again. He can't go back, not yet. The redhead glanced up at Kuroko who was looking at some leaflet. Not until I get to know him.
Kuroko returned to Akashi and set down the books. However he didn't seem too interested in them anymore. "Akashi, if you're feeling better, come look at this poster over here! There's a dance tonight and it'll be the perfect opportunity to have fun. Since you haven't been out in a long time, I figured going to the dance would let you have a good time?"
"A ball? Oh~ I see. So my other self didn't tell you?" Akashi asked curiously.
"Huh? Tell me what?" Kuroko asked. "What didn't he tell me?"
So he was planning to surprise him? Akashi wondered before replying, "As you already found out, there will be a ball held tonight to commemorate the 10th anniversary of the ship. It will be a large event with food, drinks and of course a ball. All participants are expected to dress accordingly and attend." Akashi ruffled through his pocked, "And it seems my other self already bought tickets and invited everyone." Akashi took out the tickets and showed them to Kuroko.
"Oh.. I see." Kuroko looked at the ticket and smiled softly. "Seijuuro always did like surprising me." He murmured before glancing at Akashi. "...You wouldn't mind going with me, right? I still want you to have fun."
"Seeing as my other self isn't here, its only appropriate I go." Akashi said while smiling. "Besides, there will be some people I want to see."
"Like Kise-kun and everyone?" Kuroko asked with a smile. "Thanks for agreeing to come."
"You don't have to thank me. This is a chance for us to get to know each other better. Why waste it?" Akashi smiled as he sat up. Time is of the essence. "We have to get ready if we're going to the ball. We can take the books with us."
"Okay. Maybe we will enjoy the books later." Kuroko suggested as he picked the books up. "Let's go get ready then."
Author notes
MANY THANKS TO Killua17, simsimchocolatte, Kuroko-SenPaille, Shiro-chan1827, allanimefreak73754, ShinseiShinwa, Takucchi, Rinfantasy, Kuro13Dead, Q, ghost reader, yukino76 and Akirajin06 FOR REVIEWING!
KurokoTetsuya101: Wow... So many people had many different opinions on the last chapter. Some liked the double personality Akashi, some didn't and some were confused. Sorry to those who don't like it :( I don't know if I should reveal this... hmmm... I'll just say that no Akashi dies :D Still I hope you'll stick around and support us :D Another tease~ prepare for a new character in the next chapter! I wonder who it'll be~ XD Thanks for reading! Plz review~ See you next week :)
The Lucky Bell: I'm really nervous about how you guys will like how the story is progressing. I have a feeling most won't like it and I'm sorry if you don't :c I hope you guys really do like the upcoming chapters. I mean we're just here to enjoy the story, right? :c please enjoy
Pet update: Not much to update again. I'm sure the kits are getting big and everyone's fine. Zeus is feeling better too so it's all good
This story is updated weekly.