Hyoutei's First Date
By: NarutoandBleach
When Ryoma gets word that the Hyoutei Captain has become obsessed with him, everyone knows that something is up and Ryoma is keeping secrets from his friends. Are they really dating each other or is this simply a plan to bring two rivals together as one?
Disclaimer: The original manga, Tennis no Oujidama, is the work of Konomi Takeshi. Characters and settings have been adapted without authorization or approval, and I am making no profit from their use.
[Dance Off]
As the match between Atobe/Ryoma vs Kite/Tanishi begins, something about this was definitely not adding up. Furthermore, why did Higa Junior High get involved and why did they ask for a match in order to see who is better at dancing? But anyhow, Keigo and Ryoma are starting to dominate in this match, thereby putting a lot of pressure on their opponents. In their first two sets, they won 2 games so far.
"How did you guys get this strong?" said Kite as he stopped to catch his breath after taking so many beatings.
"We practice almost every weekend, so this was a good chance for you guys to get involved in this match. Furthermore, Ore-sama wanted to see how good you guys are." Said Atobe.
"So, you think you can defeat us this easily at this early stage of the game? Don't count us out just yet! This match is just getting started and we won't be beaten by you guys!" protested Kite.
"Mada Mada Dane! You are almost at your limits and you still wanted to keep going?" said Ryoma as he paused for a drink of water.
"We got plenty of energy left anyway. Let's keep going!" called Kite
As the game continued, Ryoma and Atobe were dominating this game without letting their opponents take full advantage of the court since they were certain to win the dance competition one way or another. However, Kite and tanishi were using so much energy that they could barely keep up. By the time the game was finished, atobe and Ryoma won the game 3-2 without any complications.
"That's how we always will win, ahn brat?" said Atobe.
"Yup, we make excellent partners, Monkey king!"
"Will you please stop calling me that, brat! We are still on a date." Grunted atobe as he high-fived Ryoma.
"Whatever, we are not lovers! That's all I will say," he just smiled back at his partner before gathering their things up for the dance later that night. Furthermore, they shook their opponents' hands after the game and decided that they can face those guys again at any time.
"Thanks for a good game, Kite. I will see you guys at the dance. Make sure you bring your guys around and drinks too since we need Ryoma to be in good shape. Furthermore, beers are not required here since his father drugged ryoma with strong alcohol last night. Furthermore, my sole responsibility is to make sure Ryoma drinks healthy and safe." Continued atobe.
"Sure, anytime. But we will beat you guys next time around. Furthermore, we will be at the dance party, but Yukimura would want to have a talk with you after the dance is over since he is getting worried about why you haven't resolved things with Echizen yet."
"Don't worry, Kite. Things between me and Echizen are fine. I mean it's not like we were using drugs or anything."
"Monkey King! That's just overkill!" protested Ryoma.
"Ore-sama reminds you that you refer to me as the king. And also I am so sorry if I have offended you." Said Atobe as he rubbed Ryoma's face tightly.
"That hurts Keigo!" groaned Ryoma. But Atobe just laughed as they continued on their way to the showers before preparing for their big competition in the evening hours. Furthermore, that tennis match had boosted their self-esteem because this will give them the opportunity to show off their dance moves while continuing their quest for love.
"Atobe, can I ask you something?" said Ryoma
'What is it?" he stated.
"Why do you think that I am your type? I thought for sure that you had fallen for some other people by now." Said Ryoma.
Atobe looked at him for a moment and was confused. Why did he ask that question out of the blue? Ryoma knows for sure that Atobe should have found a new person to fall for him by now, but to be honest, he only wants Ryoma for himself since this kid can make the captain happy.
"Well, because, ever since you laid eyes on me, I feel complete that you are around, you know? Do you remember Hiroshi Wakato from Josei Shonan? He has laid eyes on his coach and wanted to date her, but he was rejected and so he decided to go after Yamabuki's Sengoku instead since that guy has been unlucky at getting girls to fall for him. Therefore, Ryoma, you are my only hope that we can be together forever." Said Atobe with a blush.
"Sengoku isn't always that lucky because I feel that he will never be able to get a girlfriend in his time. Besides, you and I are not going to get married. Yes we can be together as friends but marriage could be out of the question." Said ryoma as he took his distance from Atobe.
"I can understand that you feel embarrassed about this, but this is only pretend marriage. I didn't really mean that we are going to actually do it right now, but in the near future. Right now this is only practice in order to prepare for our future together." Chuckled atobe.
"I think you have been reading too much romance novels lately, you need to let those go and focus on tennis. Imean if you keep thinking that this whole love thing will come to you, it wouldn't work." Said Ryoma.
"What do you mean? Of course I know how love works. You just don't know where I am coming from. Furthermore, my knowledge of love and romance goes back into the days that I started reading Shakespeare and D.H. Lawrence novels and those books have given me the plan that I need to get you into the spotlight. Besides though, this dance could mean that we both are going to show every single one of our opponents just how good we really are."
"Okay, I think I am going to distance myself because you're not teaching me anything here. However, I think that if we can dance the night away, we might put on a great show together." Said Ryoma nervously.
"You're nervous about the whole love affair right? I understand, but we can take it one step at a time though. You don't have to worry about anything since I got this all covered. Besides, all you have to do is follow my lead and do what I do at the villa tonight." Continued Atobe.
"Of course, but can you please turn the other way, I don't want you to look at my naked body." Said Ryoma as he finished showering. "Furthermore, Yukimura and Sanada are dancing together as well, aren't they?"
"I will not violate you and yes, but I am sure that I got bigger plans in store for them since I made the Rikkaidai leaders to be our cheerleading squads for tonight's dance. I think they look perfect in the suits that I got for them." Chuckled atobe.
Elsewhere, Sanada and Yukimura nearly jaw dropped after Atobe sent them the photos of the suits on their cell phones. Sanada vein popped and he nearly wanted to smash his phone, but Yukimura stopped him from doing so. Eventually they would give in and become the laughing stock of their own school. Furthermore, the people in the control room were laughing like crazy, especially Oishi and Kikumaru. Also Momo and Kaido saw the whole thing as well and snickered.
"Keigo Atobe, you will pay dearly for that. Just you wait, I will beat you in that dance competition!" shouted Sanada as he walked out of the locker room, slamming the door behind him. Kirihara and the rest could only laugh at that situation before yukimura calmed them down.
"I think the fuku-buchou and Yukimura-sempai looks great in those suits" said Momo.
"I think the dress suits you better, mamushi." Hissed Kaido.
"What the hell! I am not wearing that damn dress!" shouted Momo.
"Maybe the cinderella role fits you better, you idiot!" shouted kaidoh
"Are you calling me an idiot, baka Kaidoh?"
"You are acting like an idiot! All I am saying is that you should wear the dress for the dance tonight."
Soon, both of them started fighting and the Oshitari cousins had to break them up before they could break the monitor and the film projector.
"Stop it you guys! It doesn't matter who wears the dress as long as we have a great time at the dance tonight, right cousin?" asked Kenya.
"Of course, my dearest cousin. But after seeing that photo, I don't know what to say. However, I can see that Atobe is definitely going off the deep end. Sometimes I don't know what goes through his head when he orchestrated the dresses. First he falls for Ryoma and now he is going after other people begging them to wear clothes for the dance. This scheme of his has to stop sooner or later." Groaned Yuushi
"I agree with you partner. You heard how Shishido tried his best to convince Atobe of making sure this date ends soon, but our captain just wants to keep going and ignore any advice we are giving him. Furthermore, that brat could be asking our captain's hand in marriage soon.
"Gakuto-sempai, Ryoma is not marrying Atobe and he told us on the phone that they are just hanging out together having a fun time. I am sure Atobe will be back to his normal self." Said Hiyoshi without looking up from his book that he was reading.
"When did you get here, Hiyoshi? I thought you were practicing your new technique in tennis." Said Kikumaru.
"Coach had to let me out early since he found out about Atobe's little date with that seigaku brat. At first he thought it was a joke, but when he got the text from Atobe, he had to invite himself to the dance immediately since he already knows that both are quite cheeky. Honestly, if Atobe really did go through all this trouble just for that kid, he has it all wrong. Besides, I couldn't imagine what Kevin would think if he saw this unfold?"
"I wouldn't go anywhere near Atobe's house and I think he has tortured my friend for far too long. So if no one else can stop him, I will visit him personally at Hyoutei and find out just what he is really doing after this dance is over. If I find out that he has been persuading Echizen to kiss his fan girls, I will kill him for that! Atobe's delusions are only going to cause more destruction within this world." Replied Kevin.
"Kevin, only you are capable of talking our captain out of this situation. Please do your best tomorrow, I am begging you!" whined Yuushi.
"I will do my best, but its not like Ryoma will ever back down from his lover." Said Kevin.
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That night, Atobe had the house spotless and the tables set up with food, drinks and balloons. Also, there was a decoration banner that said,
WELCOME TO ATOBE'S VILLA GALA. THIS IS A DANCE COMPETITION SO DO YOUR BEST!
Everyone was shocked at the look of the banner and wondered how Atobe had picked a banner out like this. But none of them cared too much since they are here to show off their moves. Furthermore, Kite and tanishi had arrived with his entire tennis team since they are up for revenge after the beating they got from the tennis match earlier. Furthemore, they also got some good musical hits that might stiffen the competition as well.
"This music will definitely ensure us victory for tonight." Chuckled Kite.
"Definitely, and I am hoping that Kevin will put a stop to Atobe's madness once and for all since Ryoma has been through enough torture already." Said Tanishi.
Soon, fireworks sparked the night sky and the mirror ball glowed on the center stage as Atobe and Ryoma arrived with their suits donned. Everyone clapped their hands and started taking photos of the handsome couple. Finally, after the opening fanfare, Atobe stepped up to the mike and said, "Welcome to my Villa, everyone! Enjoy yourselves here since foods and drinks are waiting for you in the dining room. Also, before we start. Let me tell you that I have made a bet with my lover boy here."
"Need I remind you that we are only friends and—" Before ryoma could say anything, Atobe hugged him tightly while closing his mouth. "As I was saying, if my date pays off and this dance goes smoothly, you all will not have to practice for the next several weeks since I have convinced the coaches to give you guys a break. Furthermore, I told my boyfriend that if her can successfully kiss me, then I will promise to give Gakuto and Yuushi their special hair style. However, if I don't get what I want, then Ryoma will be a part of Hyoutei Academy permanently."
Everyone fell to the ground at that response from the captain while Ryo and kevin vein popped.
"Are you joking, Keigo? You are going to let Ryoma transfer directly to our school in the middle of a spring semester? What are you planning this time?" shouted Hiyoshi.
"I think it's a wonderful idea because I will have my club members look after him since we are the only ones that can be chosen as national champions for this year and I want Ryoma to lead us all the way since we will take him under our win and give him moral support. Besides, we all know Ryoma will be pleased with the conditions."
"Seriously? You got to be shitting me! Since when did you start adding a kid to our tennis club? That brat could easily chew us out in less than 40 seconds. Also, if we did look after him daily, this could affect our schedules." Protested Shishido.
"I will take this into consideration since Monkey king here has done a lot for me and I wanted to thank him personally for the invite. Also, I love to see other schools since I always wanted to be an assistant coach. Besides, this isn't just about you guys, it's about me that can get you to be better tennis players. I know that I have beaten you guys many times, but I think it's time for me to stop playing tennis and coach you guys on improving your serves and returns." Said Ryoma proudly.
"Well, looks like my boyfriend has made up his mind. I wil have him coach the new guys that are playing tennis for the first time and so it will be up to you guys to show him around our school. Make him feel more comfortable in our environment and the school grounds."
"Atobe, have you lost it? You are expecting us to guide Ryoma through the coaching business? That is a very difficult task for all of us to do. We can only do the best we could, but this is too much for you to be asking of us! Please try to reconsider!" called Kirihara.
"Don't worry, I am sure that Ryoma will have help from the other coaches and the principals here. I will stand firmly at my decision. Anyway, on with the dance!" called Atobe.
As the music blasted throughout the radio, everyone started making their moves, including the two VIP dates on the stage. Elsewhere, the tennis magazine reporters were filming this event on their camera since this was their chance to show their company that this news could make the sports headlines. Furthermore, everyone here is fighting to get the grand prize of a vacation in Osaka and a spa resort.
"How did a mad genius like Atobe came up with an idea like this?" asked Mindy
"Who knows? Maybe his parents sponsored the event and they had to use their resources to get this party started. Who knows how rich this family really is?" said Wakato.
"This is a masterpiece! God, I have been dreaming of an event like this since I was a child. Now, I see ryoma right there and it makes me want to dance with him." Blushed the coach from josei Shonan.
Every one of the students looked at her and was confused. Furthermore, she rushed towards Ryoma and took his hand and started making their move.
"You know, Echizen, I am proud of you for dating Atobe, but it would be better if I was your girlfriend because, I always have seen your stances and your abilities in tennis. I've seen your performance and it is magnificent!"
"Thanks, but Atobe still has his eyes on me and I don't know if I can double date." Said Ryoma
"Of course you can! I will show you how to truly dance your heart out." Said the coach as she grabbed ryoma by his waist and kissed him on the cheeks, leaving everyone shocked.
"What the hell is our coach doing?" asked Mindy.
"She just kissed that tennis prodigy from Seigaku." Replied his twin brother.
Soon, the coach had slipped off her coat and revealed her dress while grabbing Ryoma's hand and started rushing all around the dance floor. All of the students took photographs and video-taped the dance scene. Some of them wanted to learn from this kid since he was a dancing machine.
"Wow, I've never seen Ryoma like this before." Said Kamio.
"He sure knows how to impress the ladies. I am so proud of that ochibi!" wailed Eiji as he paused to dry the tears from his eyes.
Even atobe was surprised at what just happened, but he just shrugged it off and smiled at him. "Ryoma, you are learning well from what I have taught you. I think you have made all of us proud of your accomplishments and I think we are going to entrust the coaching job to you." He thought to himself as he took a sip of soda.
"Atobe." He didn't notice that yuushi was tapping his captain on the shoulder as he sat down on the chair. But then Atobe turned and poured some tea for his teammate and grabbed a chair so that they can watch in peace. Ryoma has indeed started to show off his true self since the alcohol had been cleared from his system after that fiasco from his house.
"What's up?" he asked.
"When did you teach Ryoma how to dance?"
"I saw a movie of this once and it just gave me a great idea for the date tonight and thus, I called up my parents to organize this event tonight to see what sort of moves they have. And I am quite surprised that my plan paid off in the end." Smiled Atobe.
"yeah, but did you really have to force Ryoma to stay at our school? What if he is going to fall for the other tennis club members besides you?" continued Yuushi.
"Don't worry, I am sure the girls here would want a date from him besides me."
"Okay, but you are missing the point. Those girls at our school are not even interested in Ryoma." Continued Yuushi.
"I will find a way to convince them to date Echizen as long as they follow my plan." Grinned Atobe.
"Your plan won't have any successes, trust me. Also, why is Echizen dating that woman from Josei Shonan?"
"I asked her to come here and show Echizen the dance moves because she also wanted in on the date. Therefore, I have set Ryoma up on a double date tonight as part of his little surprise present."
"You're crazy! There is no way that woman will fall for that brat!" shouted Yuushi
"I am not crazy, but this dance will have a winner soon, you'll see." finished Atobe.
Elsewhere, Inui and the others watched the dance unfolding on the monitor while setting up his special drink for the people that are eliminated from the competition. But he was still wondering how the seigaku pillar turned from a tennis player into a coach for Hyoutei Academy? This didn't make any sense at all. But he was certain to get to the bottom of this after the night is over.
This dance will have a winner soon and Kevin could easily put a stop to this.
