Recap:
Kuroko notice too and pulled me down, our bodies almost touching, he was on all fours with one hand beside me while the other over my mouth, I was lying flat on my back at the grass. I was surprised at first but it quickly turned into embarrassment; noticing our position I weakly struggled but too surprised to do anything I gave up, eyes wide in shock. After a few moments Kuroko sighed in relief before looking at me to tell it was okay but stopped when he noticed our position; our face only two inches apart, noticing this he—
Chapter 13
Hanako's P.O.V
After a few moments Kuroko sighed in relief before looking at me to tell it was okay but stopped when he noticed our position; our face only two inches apart, noticing this he quickly pushed himself up and fell down, grasping his knees he quickly buried his head in his arms, and let out an inaudible "I'm sorry" while I just continued to lay on the grass, too stunned to say anything. Awkwardly I tried to reply but all came out was an incoherent mumble.
We continued to watch over the two in awkward silence until they left. Kuroko was still embarrassed but still took me home, and left quickly when we're in front of my house. I went inside and wasn't surprised to see no one there, you see; I have two sisters both younger than me by 6 years, I wanted to be independent so I convinced my parents to let me stay by myself, but still they said that they're going to pay for the rent and give me allowance until I decided to have a job in high school, only high and any sooner won't be acceptable.
I quickly showered and went to my room to do my homework; after I finished it I walked to the living room and watched t.v until I fall asleep on the couch.
*FAST FORWARD TO MONDAY*
Haruko's P.O.V
Kuroko and I are walking together towards the school just like every, but this time its as if he's nervous and awkward at the same time. When we finally reached the gate we saw Akashi and Hanako waiting for us "Good morning Hana-chan, Sei" I greeted them cheerfully and running beside Akashi, turning back slightly, I looked at Hanako and Kuroko from the corner of my eyes. Seeing them ignore each other, made me frown as when they see each other Hanako will already be talking to Kuroko, now they were awkward to each other.
Once Akashi led me to my and Kuroko's class I quickly put whatever thought I was having earlier and paid attention to the teacher. 'I'll think more of it later' I assured myself and quickly listened to the teacher. Stretching slightly, I glanced at the clock seeing it was already time for the bell to ring; I began to pack my bags. My classmates shuffled as the bell rang, also preparing for their food while Kuroko and I walked outside seeing Hanako and Akashi waiting for us; the latter leaning on a wall with his arms crossed.
"Is this going to be permanent?" I asked Akashi with a smirk, who smirked back and replied "Only if you want to." We began walking to the roof and I glanced behind me to see Hanako and Kuroko still silent. Thinking, I lightly smacked my fist in my palm while grinning madly internally. I turned to Akashi and put on my best worried face and spoke "Sei can we go back? I think I may have left my wallet." I lied before dragging him from a distance and leaving the two alone. Turning, I put my finger to my lips in a shushing motion "The two were awkward earlier, and now that they're alone, I wanna know why." Akashi nodded in understanding and began trailing while listening to the two.
3rd P.O.V
Said two just continued walking in awkward silence, both looking in different directions but soon neither could take the silence anymore. "I'm sorry" both said simultaneously briefly looking at each other and letting out a small chuckle, the air around them becoming light. "I'm sorry about what happened the position must be awkward." Kuroko let out embarrassed "It's okay Kuroko-kun" Hanako reassured smiling slightly at his embarrassed face.
Soon they were standing just outside the door of the rooftop when they were joined by Akashi and Haruko. "What did you forgot?" Hanako asked Haruko who looked blankly at her "We didn't find it" Hanako looked at Haruko strangely before nodding and entering, Haruko sighed in relief and dropping her blank façade followed closely.
Haruko's P.O.V
I watch everyone sitting and eating with a soft smile on my face, last week was the best week of my life. Akashi and I became a couple and we've gone on a date, and let me tell you it was amazing I couldn't get enough of him! That red head just know what to do to make me blush and my heart to thump like crazy, I only hope that nothing will change.
Lost in thought I didn't notice the bell ring until I felt a hand on my shoulder shaking me out my stupor. I raised my head and look directly in Hanako's eyes, a look of concern on her face. I gave her a reassuring smile and walk to class with Kuroko. Throughout the whole class I couldn't help the feeling that something bad is going to happen, I could only hope that it was nothing drastic. "Haruko-san, Haruko-san" the sound of my name being called alerted me of my surroundings, the sound of the voice belonging to Kuroko who was signalling me it was time to go. Surprised, I looked at the room to see only a few of our classmates remaining; realizing this I packed my bag and followed him out. Looking at Kuroko I couldn't help but ask "Ne, Kuroko-kun how did you come to like basketball? I mean if you don't mind..." I added quickly, not wanting to offend him. "No, I don't mind. I was watching a basketball match in my bedroom; at first I thought nothing of it. But, as I continue to watch I began to take interest in it and soon I began playing. When I tried to shoot I can't even do it and one day I met a boy." Kuroko looked outside the window in the hallways, with a gentle smile on his face as he remembered what happened all those years ago, after a moment he continued. "I was playing at the park practicing my shooting when suddenly a boy called out to me. After that we quickly became friends, I quickly learned that he seems more experienced in basketball so I asked him to teach me. But when we were both in 6th grade he had to move away, so we made a promise with each other. We promised that we would both join the basketball club at our middle schools, and face each other on the court someday." We were nearing the gym so I asked Kuroko, even though I wanted to know more. "W-what's his name?" I hesitantly asked, not wanting to break Kuroko from his wonderful memory. "His name is—"
"Oi, Tetsu!"
We both looked at the gym and saw Aomine was the one who called Kuroko. "Go, Kuroko-kun. I'll ask another day, and thank you for the wonderful story." I ushered him to Aomine who was impatiently waiting for us, though I was curious as to why Aomine was waiting for us; I pushed it out of my mind and began instructing. Throughout the last few hours I began the subject about the mysterious friend of Kuroko was pushed out of my mind and soon it was time to go home. Bidding them goodbye I walked with Akashi hand in hand.
The breeze was blowing softly, caressing us in its warmth that makes it hard to believe how much time had passed. Sometimes I can't even believe about the good things that happened; though I lost a friend, I gained more friends who are loyal to each other, and that is the only thing I could ask for a friend, my musing was interrupted by Akashi's amused and gentle voice. "A penny for your thoughts?" I chuckled warmly before replying "It was nothing, I was just… remembering what happened these last few months." He nodded in acknowledgement before silence envelops us again. Arriving at my front door, I bid Akashi goodnight and went to bed.
3rd P.O.V
Several months passed and their daily routine of practicing was suddenly broken when Akashi announce a news to them "Everyone, Daiki, Ryouta and Shintaro will not be participating in the training today." Groans of protests came from other players before Akashi silenced them with a glare "Return to your training. Daiki, Ryouta, Shintaro you three follow me." Akashi walked off with barely a glance at Haruko's direction who was disheartened for Akashi had been ignoring her lately.
"Hana-chan… can I talk to you for a minute?" Haruko quietly asked the girl beside her who nodded before she led them to the bench for audience. "What is it Haru-chan?.." Hanako hesitated before continuing "Is something wrong with you and Akashi? I noticed that the two of you had been drifting apart…" Hanako trailed off when she noticed Haruko's pained expression. It was a few minutes later that Haruko decided to answer, gulping a deep breath she let out her worries about Akashi. "Its just, we were okay from the past months… but just last month he's been… ignoring me like I wasn't even there…" Haruko let a few tears slip her eyes before she wiped them away, the heavy feeling in her chest not going away. Hanako who was watching her, embraced her and let out reassuring words that even she herself isn't entirely convinced. "Shh… shh… don't worry, I'm sure the two of you will make up again."
"I hope so, Haru, I dearly hope so…"
The gym is already empty save for Akashi, Kuroko and Murasakibara. "Hello," Kuroko said to Akashi who stopped playing for a while to reply to Kuroko "Yo', you went through lots of trouble yesterday didn't you?" Akashi replied before Murasakibara interrupted him. "You were sick, but you're fine now?" Murasakibara said while messing Kuroko's hair. "It seems so…" came the blunt reply of Kuroko. Quickly scanning the court he noticed that Kise, Aomine and Midorima weren't there; as the six of them plus Haruko and Hanako are always staying late for more practice. "Huh? Where are Aomine-kun, Kise-kun… as well as Midorima-kun… are they taking a break?" Kuroko asked curiously "Not really, today, they're participating in a game with the second string. It's perfectly what they needed." Akashi's reply was blunt and straight to the point.
Meanwhile, with the missing three players Aomine scored 50 points. "What a guy, he's unstoppable!" a player from the other team who was guarding Aomine shouted, as Aomine completely passed him and scored. "Ao…mine…-kun…?" was all Satsuki could utter eyes wide in astonishment. 'Hey, maybe I'm at my best… is this what I can really do!? Ha ha, like hell I'll lose.' Grinning, Aomine continued to play; unaware of the consequences that will happen when he thought those words…
I'M SORRY! Please forgive me for not updating in so long! I'm making it up to you guys; I'll try and write longer than my first 12 chapters. Reviews, criticism, complaints or anything will be welcomed and appreciated! Thank you and sorry again. *bows*
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