31A/N: Here's another fic by M.E. a.k.a. kuya q c micchy… I know that this is already my third but please don't flame me if I'm not improving and if you don't find my storytelling convincing… I'm trying out different POVs already to know what kind will suit me… I'm warning you, this is just another one of my ever trying-hard to be good works… Believe me; it's at my best… If my best isn't good enough for you, then I'm sorry but you can do nothing else but get your asses out of here! (Hehehe sorry 'bout that)
Warning: The chapter you're about to read was not edited at all... Please forgive any typogrphical error. Thank you
Disclaimer: Don't sue me; Slam Dunk is not mine…
Chapter 1: Give me her number!
Legend: "dialogue" 'thoughts' (actions/sounds/Author'sNotes)
Somewhere between the walls of Shohoku High, two basketball varsities are having a little conversation. You asked who? Well, none other than shooting guard Mitsui Hisashi and forward Rukawa Kaede. (Rukawa in a conversation?)
"Come on Rukawa… just the number." Mitsui pleaded. "…" was the reply of the super rookie. While following his teammate, another request came from the former MVP "Please, I need it…" Rukawa stopped and turned around to face his sempai and asked "What for?"
"Uh… because?" Mitsui half-stated and half-questioned his reply. "I already told you, she's not what you think she is." 'He's being talkative… Now we're getting somewhere – at last!' Mitsui thought. But instead of giving Rukawa a piece of his mind, he just asked "How can she NOT be?" He paused hoping for a reply, but when none came he continued… "Wait just a darn minute; you're not saying that because you don't want ME to become your brother-in-law, are you?"
The freshman replied in a not-so-polite manner "To be honest, that's one of my reasons." "I knew it." Mitsui whispered to himself then losing his patience he shouts at Rukawa at the top of his lungs "I WILL NOT GIVE UP ON HER!" giving emphasis on his every word."
"Mr. Mitsui, do you mind not shouting in front of my room? You're disturbing my Remedial class. If you're itching for a fist-fight with Mr. Rukawa here, do it some place else. (sigh) Take my advice boys, and go to your club now…" scolded one of the teachers. Finally, the two (I mean, Mitsui) stopped talking and proceeded to the gymnasium.
MITSUI'S THOUGHTS:
I'll get that number if it's the last thing I do! This Rukawa is so stubborn… so unlike his sister. Not that I'll enjoy being his brother-in-law someday but that's something I'm willing to take for MY Kaouru. (sigh) Just giving her number would be the best thanks he can give me for what I did that day.
FLASHBACK in Mitsui's POV:
I was on my way home one afternoon after basketball practice. Is our team gonna win or will our opponents lose? I can't tell either, but one thing is for sure, it's a happy ending for us. I was about to take a turn on my usual path when I heard a maniacal laughter. 'That can only come from a lunatic.' I said to myself. I listened to know where it was coming from.
My curiosity brought me a scene I never thought I'll see. Rukawa Kaede, a certified person who can punch the hell out of people, was beaten up. I bent my knees to see the condition of the poor victim (Uh… are you sure about your description-poor?) and was surprised to see that he's unconscious. Somewhere near, lie a long tube-like thing and his wallet. Reality then hit me, he was robbed. At that time, if you could just see me… for the love of Rukawa Kaouru, uh I mean Christ! I looked clam but inside I was starting to panic. He may not be a close friend but he's still a teammate…
I scanned the wallet and found his school ID and thank god there was a contact number written. I reached for my hand phone as quickly as I can. "Moshi moshi, Rukawa Residence…" answered an old voice from the other line after several ringings. "Uh… I have bad news sir… Mr. Rukawa Kaede was robbed then beaten up… If you could just…" Before I could even finish what I was saying, the old man butted in "Sir, if you'll be so kind, please bring him to some place he can rest, maybe a nearby clinic or hospital. We will call you back." And again, before I can utter a sound… "Thank you, sir." Then the old man hung up on me. Talk about a very energetic old man…
So, being the kind guy the old man says, I brought him to my house. Thank fate that it was I who found you Rukawa. Why bring him at my house? Well, let's just say it was instinctual… Can one possibly think right thoughts in those cases? Even I wonder how I was able to bring him there. I guess one really has stored energy in case of emergency.
When we, referring to me and Rukawa, arrived at my house I let him rest in my bed. I know it's not very comfortable for someone as rich as him but hey, it's still a favor he owes me. I haven't even placed him in a comfortable position, my hand phone suddenly ringed. It was the old man; he says he'll be picked up, so I told him where I live. Then, I went back to giving Rukawa a comfortable position.
I was about to take my first relaxing seat when the doorbell rang. 'Great. Just, great. It's just the perfect time for the old man to arrive.' When I opened the door, the most beautiful creature stood before me. "Konnichiwa, anou…Does a person by the name of Mitsui Hisashi live here?" Her voice was still ringing in my ears and without even thinking I replied, "Why? Are you the angel that will bring me to heaven?" Stupid Hisashi… No wait, I'm not stupid… Stupid instinct!
"(giggles)Um… no, I'm not. Actually, I'm Rukawa Kaede's sister… Rukawa Kaouru. My brother is there, isn't he?" "Uh… yeah! Of course he is. Where else would he be?" "May I have the permission to see him?" Realizing what she meant, I led her inside-finally. "He's in my room sleeping." "I'm sorry if he caused a stranger like you so much trouble." "Me? I'm no stranger, I'm his teammate actually." "I see… So I suppose that's why you welcomed me with a joke." "What joke?" "You know, the angel thing…" "An…gel… Oh! Yeah… Of course!" Thank god she made an excuse for that ridiculous line for me. Then I continued… "Would you like to see him?"
"Huh? Oh yes, please…" As I led the way, I closely examined her features and noticed that she was the female version of Rukawa Kaede. Tall for her age, ice blue eyes, raven black hair, and complexion so white it looks pale… But like her brother it suits her… Now I know why girls in our school go ga-ga over him. That also means if he was a girl, I'd fall for him… YUCK… When I came to think that, I stopped thinking. Rukawa Kaede a girl? Gives me Goosebumps…
My room wasn't very clean, but I saw that she didn't mind. Maybe Rukawa's room is too. Moments later, the ice prince woke up. "Kae-chan, how are you feeling?" she asked the moment he was conscious. "Where am I? What is he doing here?" he asked referring to me. "This, sir, is his house… He brought you here when he found you unconscious. You can at least thank him for what he did." She answered with authority in her voice. "I'm not comfortable here! I want to go home…" Rukawa ordered then stood up and prepared to leave.
WHAT A THANK YOU! "I'm sorry for the attitude; he's like that when he just woke up…" she apologized for her brother then asked "what can I do to thank you?" "Oh shucks… it was nothing… You don't need to do anything. But if you insist, you can go out with me…" "(laughs) You've been filled with sense of humor… That's one thing that girls like in a guy... so anyway, thanks again." END OF FLASHBACK
Normal POV (Narrative) During basketball practice, Mitsui could only think of Rukawa Kaouru… and as if reading his thoughts, Rukawa Kaede would always sigh and whisper to himself "what a do'aho!"
A/N: End of chapter1… Sorry if you find a lot of OOC scenes here… What do you think? Am I getting better or worse in writing? Tell me in your reviews… Please be honest as much as possible… Tell me what you really think of it…
To my dear friend K: I'm so sorry for not making the fic you requested first... It's just that, I haven't thought of aplot for it yet... so sorry...