WARNING! If you don't like yaoi (boy x boy) then please don't read this.
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This is a roleplay story done by KurokoTetsuya101 and The Lucky Bell.
The night went by smoothly and surprisingly, Kuroko didn't have any more nightmares. Maybe he was just getting a break tonight. When he opened his eyes the next morning, he was actually shocked that Akashi was holding him. Did Akashi do this on purpose or did he just cling in his sleep? Either way this was progress right? He didn't move away and decided to just snuggle into Akashi more, relishing the moment.
Another hour passed and Akashi still wasn't waking up. Although Kuroko didn't complain, cherishing the physical touch of his Akashi he missed so much. However, finally when Akashi started moving in his sleep, Kuroko noticed that he was slowly waking up.
As much as he didn't want to, Kuroko carefully moved out of Akashi's arms. He didn't want to make Akashi uncomfortable by just snuggling against him. "Morning." He said to Akashi once his eyes were open.
"Good morning Kuroko." Akashi greeted back before stretching his arms out. After yesterday's adventure, they were back at the sea.
"Did you find Kagami-kun and the rest?" Kuroko asked, obviously concerned.
"Yes but when we ran back to the ship they were untying the ropes. We were just seconds apart from being stranded on the island." Akashi remembered Aomine and the two other idiots running as if they ran for their lives.
"I'm glad then..." Kuroko slowly moved close to Akashi again so he could snuggle into his arms again and give him a hug. "I wouldn't want to be apart from Akashi for that long and make him suffer on an island alone with people like Kagami-kun..."
Akashi was a bit startled by the sudden hug but complied none the less and returned the gesture. "That's true. That would be an experience I wouldn't want to go through."
Kuroko relaxed when he felt Akashi return to the hug. He sighed peacefully. "I don't want to do a lot today... Yesterday on the beach was so tiring." He smiled.
Akashi agreed. They had more than enough adventures yesterday, "Would you like to stay in the room?"
"Yeah. It's nice and peaceful in here." Kuroko said. "Do you want to just lay down for today?"
"I don't mind." What else could they do? If they ventured on the cruise then the others would get them involved in some kind of trouble. Especially Aomine and Kagami, the two idiots... Staying in the room for a day after an exhausting day sounds like the best plan. Perhaps Akashi could use this time to get to know some more things about Kuroko?
"So..." Kuroko wondered about what he could say. "You don't mind us laying like this right?"
"I see no harm in it." It's not like they're making out or anything, just physical contact. That could do no harm so Akashi didn't complain. He let Kuroko do as he wished. Akashi did feel guilty that his other self was not here to be with the bluenette so maybe he could make it up to the bluenette by allowing contact. Nothing extreme of course, just innocent hugs and such.
However, even these innocent touches were easier said than done. How should he start? What should he do if he wants to learn... to learn more about the bluenette? Akashi hesitantly raised up his hand to stroke Kuroko's hair.
Kuroko jumped in surprise before relaxing once more. He even closed his eyes and breathed heavily, showing he was content. "Hey Akashi... Didn't you say before that even if I grew out my hair again, you'd still like how it looks?"
"Yes. You have beautiful hair so it would be a waste really." The redhead moved the bangs off Kuroko's forehead before stroking other parts of the hair. It amazed him just how soft the bluenette's teal hair was.
"Maybe I'll grow it out then.. I mind as well give it a shot." Kuroko shrugged and looked up at Akashi. "So, anything you want to talk about?"
Akashi didn't say anything but kept stroking the bluenette's hair in thought. Where should he start? "What's your favorite food?" Akashi asked but Kuroko looked back in confusion.
"Sorry, It's just that I would like to learn more about you but I don't know where to begin."
"That's alright." Kuroko chuckled softly. Akashi still didn't know his favorite food? Well, it's not like he necessarily had a favorite food. Just a favorite flavor. "I'm not too picky when it comes to food but I do love vanilla stuff."
"Vanilla? Vanilla milkshake?" Akashi asked, remembering past memories from his other self. "You see I can remember the past but there are many pieces missing because I wasn't in control at that time. That's why I don't know as much about you as my other self."
"I understand. If there is anything you're unsure about just ask." Kuroko smiled. "So what did you like to do? You know, before Seijuuro.."
"I like to play the violin, although my other self prefers the piano. I'm sure he made a piece for you in high school but I'm not sure..." He can't remember clearly.
"Yeah, he did. He wrote it when I wasn't spending time with him." Kuroko remembered a lot of things clearly because it was the start of their relationship after all. "I wish I could hear you play."
"I could borrow a violin from the theater if they have one." Surely the musicians there will have the violin and Akashi doesn't mind at all to play something for the teal head.
"Okay. Tomorrow though." Kuroko smiled and snuggled into Akashi more. The other was so warm and comforting, it was hard to resist. "Today I just want to relax."
"If I remember correctly, you promised to cook me something but I suppose we'll do that tomorrow as well?" Now they both have promises to keep.
"That is true." Kuroko chuckled. "I guess tomorrow we can carry out our promises. Okay?"
"Deal." While Kuroko snuggled closer to the redhead, Akashi returned the gesture. He didn't know what to think, his thought are a complete mess... this whole situation is strange and out of the ordinary. Akashi though while looking to the ceiling. There is only one answer for this situation and Akashi knows what has to be done. Even though its something he doesn't want to do, it will have to be done.
"Akashi?" Kuroko suddenly spoke out. "Before Seijuuro.. Have you ever been interested in anyone?" He asked softly. "Like... Anyone you've ever liked?"
"Hm?" Akashi was suddenly woken up from his thoughts and looked over at the teal head. "No. When I was still in control, I was in middle school with everyone. We were young and concentrated solely on basketball. Not only that but I also had to focus on my studies to meet my father's expectations." But now that he thought about it... "Although I have to say that some girls did confess their feelings for me, but because I could not devote myself to love I turned them down."
"I see..." Kuroko glanced up at Akashi. "Do you think you'll find anyone? You know, even if Seijuuro and I..." If they couldn't get together, maybe Akashi would try to find someone else.
Akashi watched Kuroko's expression change to that of sadness, "You may not realize it but my other self loves you very much. I didn't even think it was possible for a person to love to this extent." The redhead raised a hand to his chest, "This body won't ever leave your side. Whether it's me or Seijuro, we'll always be here with you."
At least Kuroko would have one of them by his side. He wanted both of them by his side because he loved Seijuuro and Akashi was nice to talk to. "Thank you..." He murmured and without registering his own actions, he leaned up and kissed Akashi right on the lips.
Akashi's eyes suddenly widened when he felt soft lips on his own. It took him a bit to register what had happened but when he did, he immediately pushed away the bluenette.
Kuroko looked at Akashi with surprise. Why did Akashi push him away almost instantly? Why did Kuroko even kiss him? This wasn't his Seijuuro. This is cheating... He was just so used to kissing Seijuuro whenever he made him happy, it must've carried over to Akashi. "I-I'm…" He wanted to apologize but he couldn't find the words to do it. Great, now he ruined his chances of getting his Seijuuro back.
Akashi looked down in guilt, "I'm sorry for pushing you so suddenly but..." How could he explain… "You took me by surprise."
"You don't have to lie. You can just say you don't like me." Kuroko replied, barely managing to keep the sadness out of his voice. He was so stupid. Now Akashi will think he's just trying to win him over without feelings, just to get his Seijuuro back. Now Akashi probably won't see him any different. "I'm sorry for suddenly doing that. Seijuuro's probably ashamed of me.."
Akashi was really taken aback by Kuroko's words. "It's not a lie Kuroko. I don't hate you." He put his hand on Kuroko's shoulder, trying to snap the bluenette out of it. "Calm down."
"Either way it's still cheating!" Kuroko moved away from Akashi's hand and even sat up. He moved to the edge of the bed, shaking his head. "Don't force yourself to be nice to me just because Seijuuro loves me. I don't want you to force yourself to do anything anymore." Kuroko remembered his nightmare from a few nights ago and shivered. If Seijuuro only pretended to love him out of pity, maybe Akashi is only acting nice to him out of pity as well.
"I'm not forcing myself. I'm doing this out of my own free will." Akashi sat up but didn't make any further moves to agitate the bluenette. "Please calm down. You're being irrational."
"How do I know you're not lying? How do I know if Seijuuro isn't lying either?" Kuroko immediately flinched at his own words. He didn't mean to doubt Seijuuro. He was mostly doubting himself. He was a nerd for so long, it was hard not to doubt that someone was doing something out of pity for him. He just wanted Seijuuro back to hold him and tell him okay whether they're lies or not. But he couldn't be greedy. "I-I need to go outside. I want to walk." He didn't want to be confined in a room with Akashi any longer. He'd say something else and make things worse.
"Kuroko!" Akashi called out to the bluenette but when he did, the doors closed.
Kuroko started walking away from the room quickly in case Akashi came after him. He doubted that. As if Akashi would force himself to go after Kuroko, someone he probably didn't care about. He hugged himself and looked up. He could immediately tell something was off. It was morning yet… why was it dark outside? He could still see but the sky was covered with dark clouds and it was pretty dark outside. Maybe they had a storm last night and it was going away? He shrugged to himself and kept walking.
After a few minutes of just mindless walking, Kuroko finally spotted someone outside. Sure that person was hunched over like they were sick, but it was still someone. He cautiously approached the man to see if there was any way he could help. "Excuse me.. are you okay?" He asked the man, staying back in case he got sick or acted aggressive.
"Ehh? What dah... youh.. want ehh?" The man barely managed to say before hiccuping and slumping on the ground.
Kuroko grimaced when he finally smelled the alcohol. Definitely drunk and by the looks of it, this one was beyond drunk. He could leave... However he didn't want this drunk man to get himself hurt or even fall off the boat. He sighed, mentally cursing himself for being so kind. "If you understand me, can you tell me where your room is?"
"Whaot? Stop boatheing meh! Goh away!" The raven head man swung his empty bottle of wine in the air, aiming at Kuroko. But luckily the man was so drunk and unsteady that Kuroko managed to evade. Well, even if the hit was too weak to even hit him properly.
Kuroko sighed once more. Why did he have to be nice and try to help everyone? "Come on, I just want to help. Tell me please so I can get you to your room?"
"Roomg? Firsto class o-of course!" The man said while laughing, swinging his bottle in the air. First class? Kuroko didn't know whether the man was just joking around or telling the truth... Well, this will certainly lead him nowhere.
Kuroko was really tempted to just leave the man and let someone else help him, but he wouldn't let himself move. Should he take him back to his own room? No, he didn't want to see Akashi again. Besides, who knows what a drunken man could do in a confined space. "If you can remember, what's your room number?"
"...1...0...4.. ugh..." The man slowly said, putting his hand on his mouth about to throw up.
Kuroko stepped back in case the man really did get sick. So the only leads he had was first class and 104. If it turned out to be someone else's room, he'd just leave or maybe ask them for help.
Once he was sure the other wasn't going to throw up at that minute, Kuroko moved closer again and tried helping the man up. Why did he have to be so small and weak?
"Uhhh... ya know... you stink.." The man blabered while Kuroko picked him up. "Thisu... cruise.. stinks…"
"Did something happen?" Drunken people were more emotional right? Would this man tell a stranger why he got so drunk in the first place?
"Idiot! O-Of courses... S-She left me... hic... I'm alones... now... idiot..." The man said as Kuroko walked down the hallway to room 104, barely managing to carry the bigger man.
Ah, a break up. He was just glad he never went through a break up this bad. Kuroko didn't say anything and just focused on trying to carry the other who was twice his size. Once they made it to the room, Kuroko looked at the door. "Is this really your room?"
"...hic... w-who knowes... hic..." The man said but as he did, Kuroko faintly heard... thunder? He didn't know for sure what the sound was but he had to concentrate on getting the man in his room.
"Well.. Do you remember if you have a key on you?" Kuroko asked, wanting to get this over with as soon as possible.
"Key...? Maybes... maybes not... haha!" The man laughed, but just as he did, he put his hand on his mouth seconds before he threw up on the floor.
Kuroko was just so lucky that none of it got on him, but it still stinks. He had to get the man inside quick. Maybe there was someone else inside? But the man said he just broke up and he probably didn't room with anyone else... Just in case, Kuroko knocked on the door but as expected, no one answered. He might just have to search the guy for his key…
"Oi.. don't touch meh... you're... hic... not a... bitch... hic..." The man said as Kuroko patted him for the keys. The man, annoyed by the action, pushed Kuroko away and knelt down on the floor. "Goh... awayh... hic…"
"Look, are you wanting to go in your room or just sit out here? I'm not going to help if you don't want it, but it might be best if you got inside." Kuroko insisted.
"So annoyingh... Goh away! Idiot... hic..." The man blurred out but just as he did, Kuroko faintly heard another thunder like sound outside.
Without his permission, Kuroko felt his heart start to race. If a storm was coming while they were on a ship... He spotted someone walking through that was wearing a uniform. It had to be one of the employees! He approached the man and asked him if he could take care of the other on the floor since he had to return to his room. The man agreed because there was indeed a storm coming and everyone had to be inside.
With that taken care of, Kuroko quickly left. He didn't want to return to the room so soon but he had no choice... but just as he started heading there, Kuroko spotted lightning far off but that didn't mean the thunder wasn't loud. He covered his ears on instinct and went to the first door he saw that might be a store. It turned out to be an empty kitchen that might've been connected to a restaurant, but it was good enough for Kuroko. As long as he was out of that storm.
The thunder only got louder and louder, making Kuroko cover his ears and hide in the storage room. The bluenette tried his hardest to cover his ears, which did the trick but it didn't stop the ship from swaying side to side, frightening the poor bluenette further.
This wouldn't have been scary if Seijuuro was at his side. He wouldn't even be in this situation if Seijuuro was still here. But at this point, he couldn't blame anyone. He just wanted someone by his side whether it's Seijuuro or Akashi.
He didn't know how much time had passed, but the ship didn't stop swaying and the thunder didn't go away. He even heard many announcements for everyone to stay in their rooms but Kuroko had no strength, nor the courage to walk out.
Kuroko sat in the storage room, holding his bended knees to his face, trying to calm down. BOOM! BOOM! The thunder intensified and Kuroko could swear he could hear the big waves hit off of the metal of the ship. He had been to scared, shivering, to notice the doors of the kitchen open.
"Kuroko! Are you here!?"
Kuroko's eyes opened in shock. Seijuuro came for him! It had to be Seijuuro! He didn't even register that he was called Kuroko, not Tetsuya. The thought of it being Akashi didn't even cross his mind. "Seijuuro!" He called out, nearly crying from both fear and relief.
"Kuroko?" Akashi looked over to the storage room where he heard Kuroko's voice. The redhead quickly ran over and opened the doors and much to his shock, he had found the bluenette shivering in fear. Akashi quickly took off his jumper and put it on the other, covering his head with the hood as well.
Akashi knelt down and embraced the bluenette, trying to comfort him as much as he could. "It's okay Kuroko. I'm here."
Kuroko moved closer to Akashi, burying his head into the others chest as he shook, trying to suppress sobs. His hands held onto Akashi's shirt with strength he didn't even know he possessed. "S-Seijuuro, please don't go.. Don't l-leave me here.."
Akashi's eyes widened a bit before they returned to their original state. My other self huh? The redhead looked down at the bluenette, tightening his hold on him. "I won't leave you. I'm right here."
Kuroko felt relieved but he was still scared. He didn't let go of Akashi for a second. He closed his eyes, trying to calm himself down and regulate his breathing.
Akashi maintained his hold on the bluenette, keeping watch over him. "Can you stand up?" Would Kuroko be able to do it in his state? With his shaking body?
Kuroko gave it a moment before slowly nodding. He slowly stood up but the rocking of the waves against the ship suddenly made him feel sick. He kneeled down, shaking his head while covering his mouth in case he wanted to throw up.
Akashi knew just by watching that there was no way Kuroko would be able to stand up on his own. Not in the condition he's in right now. Akashi gently moved his arms around the bluenette, slowly picking him up. "I'll take you to the infirmary. Is that okay?" Akashi doesn't know if Kuroko will be able to handle the journey to the room, but hopefully with the hood and Akashi beside him, he would be able to manage.
"Y-You'll stay there with me, right?" Kuroko asked, wiping at his eyes as Akashi held him. Then he heard more thunder from outside and he gasped, holding onto Akashi tightly. "N-No.. It's too d-dangerous out there!"
The redhead was troubled. How can he help Kuroko if the other couldn't even make the journey? He sighed, looks like he has no other choice. Akashi knelt down with Kuroko in his arms and went into the storage room where Kuroko was. He sat down with the bluenette in between his legs before he closed the doors again. He'll have to wait until Kuroko is better to take him out.
The redhead put his arms around the bluenette, silently telling him to lean on him. As Kuroko's back was facing Akashi, Kuroko complied and leaned on the redhead.
Kuroko held the jacket around him tighter, feeling cold even though he was against Akashi. He shivered and leaned onto Akashi as much as he could, needing his warmth and comfort. "H-How'd... you find me?"
"It wasn't easy. I looked everywhere for you. First I searched the corridors near our room and then everything else. I think I covered most of the ship before coming to the kitchen. I doubted you would be here but it turns out you were." Kitchen was the last place Akashi would have guessed the bluenette was in. But now he's lucky that he did check.
"I'm just glad you're here." Kuroko closed his eyes, feeling tired in the dark storage room. "I'm sorry.. I'm sorry for suddenly running out. I just.." He didn't know why. He didn't know the reason why everything was affecting him this much. Akashi's refusal, the storm..
"You're not at fault. I'm sorry, I know you miss my other self very much." Akashi unconsciously clenched his wrists, "It's me who's getting between you two. I'm sorry for keeping Seijuro away from you."
"No, it's not you at all.." Kuroko wondered if he could tell Akashi about all the nightmares and the problems he's been having. He decided against it. He couldn't complain to Akashi. "I like you Akashi, you're a great guy and everything just like Seijuuro. It's not you, it's just me."
"Did something happen?" Could there be more to the situation than Akashi knows? He may have incomplete memory and not much of a grip on his surroundings but he wanted to be a person Kuroko could depend on.
Kuroko didn't know what to say. Did he tell Akashi? What should he do? "It's nothing.. but if I can ask.. what do you think love is, Akashi?"
Love? Akashi had difficulties comprehending the question but thought about it anyway, "That's a difficult question since love is an abstract thing." He paused, thinking before speaking up again "I think love is the feeling a person gets when they meet someone who meets their criteria of attraction. For example, if a person prefers a partner with blue eyes then it would be natural that they are attracted to them."
Akashi closed his eyes, "But even so, love is much more than that. It also depends on the partner's personality and memories created with that particular person. I can't tell you exactly what it is since its much more complex than what I've told you just now."
"I see.." Because love was so complex, how was he ever going to find the answer? He'd forever be haunted by Nijimura's question if he didn't find an answer fit to his liking.. "You said before that whether you're Seijuuro or Akashi, you'd be by my side.. Were you telling the truth?"
Another question that took Akashi by surprise but just like the other, he answered it, "Yes. No matter what happens I'll always stay by your side. That I'm certain about." Another thunder could be heard outside as well as the kitchen equipment tat was falling off of the shelves due to the swaying. It made Akashi tighten his hold on the bluenette.
Kuroko scooted back a little more, leaning into Akashi as much as he could once again. He closed his eyes and nodded. "Thank you.."
Akashi smiled as the two staid inside the storage room until the storm finally calmed down after a few hours. When Akashi didn't hear the thunder anymore and the ship wasn't swaying, he looked down at Kuroko. "Are you ready to go outside?"
Kuroko rubbed at his eyes. He had been drifting in and out of naps so he was a little disoriented. "Yeah.. I just hope it's not too slippery outside."
"Don't worry, its not slippery inside the ship." Akashi smiled, not moving until Kuroko did first, giving him the time to come to.
Kuroko held onto the jacket tightly, still feeling a little cold. "Do you know how long we've been in here?"
"I don't know exactly but I would say for about 3 hours." Storms don't last for five minutes... They must have been there for at least that amount of time. It happens at the sea. You can never predict precisely when a storm is about to hit, even with all the new technologies.
"That's a long time..." Kuroko just wanted to lay down and go to bed. He was tired and wanted nothing more than to lay down in a warm bed and cuddle up to Akashi.
"It is." 3 hours is really long. "Are you feeling alright? I should take you to the infirmary for a check-up."
"I'm okay.. I'm okay, really." Kuroko insisted. "I just want to lay down."
"Alright. Are you able to stand up or should I carry you to the room?" One can't be careful enough when it comes to wellbeing.
"I can walk.. Don't worry Akashi, I'm fine." Kuroko insisted.
Akashi nodded and opened the doors of the storage room for them to go out. When he did, he waited for Kuroko to stand up before he did. He observed the other carefully so that if he fell down or tripped over, he would be there to catch him.
The two left the kitchen and went to their room. On their way, when they passed some windows, they saw the aftermath of the storm. It wasn't much apart from some seawater being in the upper decks of the ship, but other than that there was nothing. Ships and especially cruises are designed to handle storms so there was nothing to worry about.
Finally when the two reached their room, Kuroko wasted no time to lay down on the bed in exhaustion. Meanwhile, Akashi sat on the chair in the room. "Are you hungry? I could bring you something to eat?" The redhead offered.
"No.. I'm not hungry. I just want you close.." Kuroko knew he was being selfish and possibly greedy but right now, all he needed was someone close to him.
Akashi smiled. Why did Kuroko always take him by surprise with his words? Akashi couldn't help but find it amusing. The redhead walked over and lay down on the bed next to the bluenette, completely surrendering himself to his touches and comfort.
Kuroko moved closer to Akashi and held onto him, needing his warmth. He sighed and closed his eyes, finally relaxing once more. How lucky he was to have Akashi by his side.
When Kuroko closed his eyes, the abyss of darkness swallowed him up. However, that didn't last long as an image suddenly appeared in front of him before it swallowed him whole again. When Kuroko opened his eyes again, he was surprised by his surroundings, which was... a courtroom? Not only that but also the many objects that were thrown on him.
"Nerds should stick to their books!"
"Nerd? Shouldn't it be murderer now? Scum!"
"How could you kill her! Momoi and Akashi were suppose to have a bright future before you ruined it!"
The voices of the crowd behind him yelled, making the bluenette turn around to look at them. When he did, he had to blink a couple of times to focus... but still it didn't work as the faces of the said people were in darkness and couldn't be seen. The only faces he could make out were those of his friends that looked at him with disgust.
Kagami: "That's disgusting Kuroko. I hope you rot in hell!"
Aomine: "I'm disappointed Tetsu..."
Kise: "Scum like Kurokocchi should just be in jail."
Midorima: "Oha Asa predicted that Aquarius would be judged today."
Takao: "Murdurer."
Kuroko was confused up until that last claim. Murderer? He killed someone? Who? Someone said Momoi and Akashi... He didn't kill Momoi again, did he? "No.. I wouldn't kill anyone.." He wanted to argue but he couldn't find his voice. How could he defend himself from something he didn't remember doing?
"Liar!"
"Liar! Liar! Liar! Liar! Liar! Liar!"
Boom! Boom! The sound of the Judge's wooden hammer resonated throughout the room, stopping everyone and gaining their attention. When Kuroko turned around and looked up at the judge's seat, he was surprised to see none other than Nijimura.
Now that he had a tighter grip on his surroundings, Kuroko could also notice the chains he had, restraining his hands.
"Alright everyone sit down! The court begins now!" And just as Nijimura commanded, everyone in the crowd sat down. The judge cleared his throat again before speaking up. "Got anything to say before we begin Kuroko-kun?"
Kuroko started up at Nijimura with a frown. Why was he here? What was going to happen this time? "Whatever it is, I didn't do it! If it's murder, I definitely didn't do it..."
"Liar!"
"Murderer! Admit to your crimes!"
Boom! Boom! "Order!" Nijimura raised his voice and silenced the crowd once again. "Thank you for making your position clear Kuroko-kun. It'll make this entertaining." Nijimura smirked, holding in his laughter.
"Come on~ Start the trial already!" A new yet familiar voice said, making Kuroko turn to the side to see Haizaki sitting on the opposing table.
"Right, right." Nijimura said before looking back at the bluenette.
"So Kuroko-kun, judging by your attitude you will deny that you're the murderer even though everyone saw you commit the crime. How cold... Murdering your beloved. That's the lowest of the lowest."
Beloved? Kuroko thought with confusion. Then complete dread filled him. "Y-You mean Seijuuro?" He asked, fear obvious in his voice. "I would never kill Seijuuro!"
"But you did. You killed him because he broke up with you and started a relationship with Momoi Satsuki. Can't you see it? The blood on your hands." Nijimura pointed to Kuroko's chained hands, making the bluenette look down, and much to his shock there was blood on his hands dripping on the ground.
"This isn't his.. it can't be his..!" He would never even dream of hurting Akashi. Well, who said he couldn't have any nightmares about doing it now?
"Geez~ So annoying! Come on judge, just deem him guilty so I can have him to myself~" Haizaki lazily said, looking over at Kuroko while licking his lips.
Nijimura sighed, "Don't rush me. We can't rush Kuroko-kun's trial. After all, he needs to understand that he's guilty."
"But I'm not! I'm not guilty. I'd never kill Seijuuro. I didn't do it!" Kuroko tried to insist once more. He didn't want to be blamed for his lover's murder and he definitely didn't want to go back to Haizaki.
"Then how can you explain the blood on your hands?" Nijimura asked back, making Kuroko look back at his bloody hands. He tried to wipe the blood away but no matter what he did, it didn't go away.
"That's cute~ You're a perfect match for me~" Haizaki teased before laughing out loudly throughout the court room.
Kuroko glanced at Haizaki, which renewed his efforts to get the blood off. He didn't want to go back to Haizaki. He didn't want to be near those hands again. "Please... Please understand that I wouldn't do this..."
"Are you asking for my pity? That's low Kuroko-kun. You yourself should know this the best~ You can never depend on anyone but yourself. Didn't you learn this during your nerd days back in school?" Nijimura's words made Kuroko remember high school and even more. Those dark days when everyone would be against him. He couldn't deny that he felt as if it was the whole world against him... There was no one... No one who would help him... It was just him alone.
"Don't you despise them? Those who beat you up... Those who humiliated you."
"Yes... I mean no! It was my fault that they bullied me. I took upon the image of a nerd and never defended myself. It was my fault." Kuroko insisted. "I don't despise anyone and I would never hurt anyone else. Especially not Seijuuro."
"Lies!" Nijimura raised his voice, startling everyone in the room. "That's a lie and you know it! I know the hatred that's inside of you, I know the dark feelings created by those bullies." Nijimura stood up, "Lying won't save you. If you're not honest with yourself then with who?" The judge sat back down, "This is a cruel world Kuroko-kun and don't try to tell me otherwise. Just remember the many times you considered suicide as an option to escape this world." Nijimura narrowed his eyes, gazing holes at the bluenette.
"How… why..." Why did Nijimura know all of this? He's never told Nijimura anything. How could he know about his past and feelings? "Who... no, what are you? How do you know about me? Why are you even doing this?"
The room fell into silence, everyone's attention was on Kuroko. "What am I?" Nijimura looked up to reveal a smirk on his face. "I don't know~ Who might I be Kuroko-kun?" Nijimura's smirk widened before suddenly the whole courtroom disappeared with the blink of an eye. The scenery changed to that of a black abyss Kuroko was in before.
Kuroko worriedly and nervously looked around. What was happening? What's more nobody was here! But then suddenly, when Kuroko had blinked once again, he saw Nijimura standing before him, smiling.
Kuroko backed up a few steps. He didn't trust that smile. "You still didn't tell me who or what you are. Tell me. Just please, tell me."
Nijimura giggled, amused by the whole situation. "I'm hurt Kuroko-kun~ It's you who should know who I am. After all, it's me who knows you the best."
But Kuroko didn't know anything about Nijimura... Then again, this wasn't Nijimura. It was someone in his dream... Who can be in his dream yet know everything about him and even have the power to control his own dreams? There was only one person. "No... You can't be..."
"Yes. You finally understand." Nijimura placed a hand on his chest, "I am you. I represent your true emotions and your inner desires." He said before taking his first step towards the bluenette, when he did, it made Kuroko take a step back, only amusing the raven head further. However, Kuroko was taken aback when suddenly Nijimura disappeared and in his place stood Kagami. "You could say I'm the real you~"
And now with another blink, instead of Kagami it was Kise. "It took you so long to realize-ssu~ I thought you would never put the pieces together-ssu~"
And now from Kise to Murasakibara, "Nee~ Nee~ You hurt my feelings you know Kuro-chin~"
And finally from Murasakibara to Akashi as he was inches apart from Kuroko. Once his appearance changed to Akashi, he raised his hand and placed it on Kuroko's cheek, "Even though it's me who cares about you the most."
Author notes
MANY THANKS TO Kuroko-SenPaille, Kuro13Dead, ShinseiShinwa, AyakiStory, Rinfantasy, simsimchocolatte, sozoushiyouXD, yukino76, Guest, Akirajin06, , absoluteright, lambtastic, simsimchocolatte and ghost reader FOR REVIEWING!
KurokoTetsuya101: Hello everyone! Before I begin I want to say that the new character is the drunk guy XD Although he appeared in this chapter, he will be properly introduced in the next chapter so please wait for it.
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The Lucky Bell: Hey everyone. Thanks for enjoying our story. I'm not going to say much cause I'm not feeling well for some reason. Um, I hope you enjoy this chapter and the other chapters afterwards. It would mean a lot if you stuck through it until the end.
Pet Update: Finny is officially gone. Alaska is doing well without him and the puppy got a new color. It's black and blue just like Zeus's. I'm feeling a bit better about Zeus but I still miss him.
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