Perfect Gift 2/7
Chapter 2: More Surprises
Day 2
Hanamichi was waiting for Rukawa inside their room. The Shohoku Ace player had his regular one-on-one game with his rival, the infamous Ryonan Ace, Sendoh Akira. A deep blush crept on his face when he remembered the reaction of his lover when he got home yesterday.
-flashback-
Sakuragi walked home with a confused mind. He was trying to understand why Sendoh forced him to eat a dozen bananas when he told him he needed help about what gift he should give his kitsune for their anniversary. And to make it more complicated, how come that pervert wanted me to lick the bananas first before eating them? WEIRD. When he was already near their apartment, a new agony came to him. What would I tell Kitsune if ever he’ll ask me where I’ve been? Of course he’ll ask me…That’s for sure. This is the first time I went out without his knowledge… sigh And to think I’ve made him angry this morning… He thought of lying to Rukawa. He knew his kitsune would be terribly angry if he found out that he, the tensai Hanamichi Sakuragi, had been seeing that hentai Akira Sendoh outside the court. Especially when he learns that what we’ve been talking is not about basketball. I could tell him I’ve been at Mitsui’s apartment, or Ryota’s…Oh shit! He was now at the front door of their apartment. Help me God…please…
He opened the door, with closed eyes. He was trying to make some ‘speech’ for Rukawa in his head. He entered the apartment, still with his eyes closed, and locked the door behind him. Quite afraid of Rukawa’s anger, he hesitated in opening his eyes. He stood there for quite some time, waiting for Rukawa’s outburst. He waited. And waited. But it never came. Then he heard sobs coming from their room. Suddenly, it struck him…struck him hard… Kitsune’s crying…
He ran to their room and found his kitsune weeping on the bed. “Kaede…”
Rukawa was startled by the voice. Of course he recognized that voice…and the fact that it came from his do’aho only made him cry harder.
Sakuragi hurried to comfort his anguished lover. “Kaede, why are you crying? Is it because of me? If you’re wandering where I’ve-”
Hanamichi started explaining but Rukawa cut his explanation directly. “I’msorryHana-kun… Ididnotmeantobesorudetoyouthismorning.”
Shock was definitely on Hanamichi’s face. It was not because of Rukawa’s statement…actually, he didn’t understand a single word he said. He was shocked because… “Kitsune! Something’s definitely wrong with you! Shakes Rukawa’s body. You’re talking at an average speed of 100 words per minute.”
“Do’aho,” was the only reply he got from Rukawa. Hanamichi sighed…he was relieved…back to normal. But the funny thing was…Rukawa was laughing his heart out. Hanamichi frowned. He wasn’t able to understand a lot of things lately. His brain is positively deteriorating-that is if he has any brain at all. /Hanamichi: NANI/
When Rukawa saw Hanamichi frown, he caressed his lover’s cheek and kissed him on the lips. Hanamichi, sensing that Rukawa wasn’t possessed by a hentai spirit that particular night, kissed him back fervently.
-end of flashback-
Sakuragi looked at his watch. 5:00 pm. What’s taking him so long? It was Sendoh’s idea to keep Rukawa busy while he, Hanamichi Sakuragi, prepared the 2nd surprise for his ever dear kitsune. It was also Sendoh who arranged all the things he needed so that Hanamichi’s plan would go smoothly as intended. Hanamichi thought he was doing injustice to Sendoh because he judged him as a pervert. For Heaven’s Sake, that man helped me with all he could…but…A pervert IS a pervert! I swear I’ll kill that pervert if he’s trying to do some hentai things to Kaede…
He got up from the couch. He was determined to fetch Rukawa from the court where he was playing with Sendoh. But before he could even reach the door of their bedroom, he heard Rukawa enter the house. Sakuragi immediately went inside the bathroom. /Wondering what’s he doing there? You’ll find out soon…/
Rukawa entered the house. He was exhausted from the game he had with Sendoh. /No perverted thoughts, please/ He wanted to go straight to the kitchen to drink some water to quench his thirst but something caught his attention upon closing the door. On the door was a post it with a message nicely written on it.
“Kaede…
Follow the petals…
They will lead you to…
A Surprise…”
Rukawa turned around. He was now facing the inside of the apartment. He looked down to the floor and there he saw the ‘path’ Hanamichi made for him…a path of red and white rose petals. Rukawa followed the path eagerly. The trail led him to their room…and then to the bathroom…and then to… “Hana-kun?”
Yep, there was Hanamichi. He was sitting on the toilet bowl /with the cover, ok/ with 3 red roses and 1 white rose on his hand. Of course he still had that stupid grin on his face. “Here’s your surprise, Kitsune…Hahahaha…” He handed to Rukawa the roses.
Rukawa, upon receiving the roses, smelled them while a deep blush crept on his pale face. /Just like a GIRL…Omigosh…sorry Rukawa fans…/
***fyre/RM: *gapes* I can’t believe it!
Hanamichi: What?
fyre/RM: Omigosh…don’t tell me…Oh God…YOU ARE THE SURPRISE? I really don’t think that’s a nice idea…
Hanamichi: *throws evil stares at fyre* Why doncha just finish the story? I AM part of the surprise…but there’s still MORE!
fyre/RM: okay…***
The two lovers shared a passionate kiss for quite some time. Then Hanamichi broke the kiss and…”The three red roses mean ‘I love you’ /I know…corny…but I can’t think of any other meaning…/ while the white…well…that’s for the PURITY in our relationship.”
Rukawa frowned but Hanamichi didn’t notice it. How come he emphasizes PURITY? The only thing that hinders me from fucking him is that he still isn’t prepared. Never mind, as long as he loves me, I think I could control this uhm…urges.
“And the petals…each represent either one quality I love about you or a time in my life when all I thought about was YOU…”
Rukawa smiled. “Do’aho.”
Hanamichi smiled back. He understood what his Kitsune really meant behind the word. “But my surprise doesn’t end here.” He pulled away the fabric that was covering the bathtub. “I know you’re exhausted from you’re game so I thought maybe you would like to relax…”
Rukawa was mesmerized. The aroma of the solution that filled the tub to the brim was now all over the bathroom. A bunch of petals were floating on the water. Rukawa can’t wait any longer…he really needed to relax. Right there and then, he undressed himself. Yeah, right in front of Sakuragi. But Hanamichi, quickly recollecting his wits, turned around when Rukawa was already half-naked. /he’s becoming a pervert, too/ I thought I already made it clear to him? And to think that I emphasized the word PURITY earlier!
Rukawa smirked. He submerged half of his body in the tub. “Care to join, Hana-kun?”
Sakuragi froze. Nani! He turned towards the direction of Rukawa. His lover was playing with the roses he gave him earlier while smirking. “Hentai.”
“Do’aho.” He was still smirking when he handed the white rose to Hanamichi.
“Nani!”
“Look closer,” referring to the rose.
Hanamichi studied the white rose. Then he realized why Rukawa was seducing him. He blushed deeply. Why…this rose is made of…condoms! I’ll kill that Sendoh!
***fyre/RM: Why in the world would you buy a rose made of condoms? *gapes*
Rukawa: *blushes, smirks*
Hanamichi: It wasn’t my fault! Sendoh was the one who bought the flowers!
Sendoh: I thought Rukawa would like it. You liked it, didn’t you, Rukawa?
Rukawa: *smiles* I did.
fyre/RM & Hanamichi: PERVERTS!***