ℍ𝕚𝕕𝕕𝕖𝕟 𝕚𝕟 ℍ𝕚𝕤 𝕊𝕙𝕒𝕕𝕠𝕨

Chapter 9

Yoshika and Tezuka exchanged a knowing glance before Tezuka simply gave her a stern nod, as if Yoshika could understand his hidden message.

Yoshika took a deep breath before looking at the others and saying, "I was being bullied and Kunimitsu~kun had helped me out of that situation."

The others were completely baffled; Yoshika being bullied? For what reason? Is she even allowed to call Tezuka by his first name?

"Um, Yoshika~sempai, why are you calling Tezuka~buchou by his first name?" Momoshiro queried.

"Well, Kunimitsu~kun gave me permission to call him by his first name," Yoshika explained. The others 'ohhed' in realization, finding this to be evidence to "blackmail" their captain. Although he had not said it aloud, the boys could tell that Tezuka had some sort of affection for Yoshika, but negative or immature was it not. His affections had pure and innocent intent.

Feeling the odd atmosphere become awkward, Yoshika shifted a little in her seat before clearing her throat, saying, "W-why don't we finish lunch before we have to go back to class? Come on!"

The others shook their heads, their minds retracting back to reality. They smiled at Yoshika before continuing with their past conversations, Yoshika returning to her conversation with Tezuka...

Yoshika finished her lunch, packing it away before moving over to lean on Tezuka's shoulder. "What are you doing Yoshi~chan?" Eiji asked.

"Um. Going to sleep? What else does it look like?" Yoshika answered, her face contoured into a look of confusion. The boys smiled and nodded, continuing on with whatever they were originally doing.

Yoshika fell asleep on Tezuka's shoulder, Tezuka stayed still so as not to disturb Yoshika. He ate his food and packed it up, moving her head to lay in his lap while he did so. Yoshika turned a bit, her head a bit uncomfortable in the position she laid in.

Tezuka realized this and moved her head to lay on his thigh, her face relaxing in the newfound comfort. Tezuka began running his fingers through her cobalt blue hair as he chatted with Fuji.

Soon enough, the bell rang, signaling their 4th period. Tezuka shook Yoshika to wake her up, and Yoshika smiled and sat up, yawning a bit before rubbing her eyes like a child. Tezuka grinned a bit, but he hid it well from the others.

"Wake up Yoshika. It's time for our last classes," Tezuka whispered gently. Yoshika gave him a tired smile before getting up from the floor.

"Thanks Kunimitsu~kun. Let's head over to class," Yoshika suggested. Tezuka nodded and Yoshika held his hand before going to class. He waved goodbye to the others before going with Yoshika to class.

He then walked with Yoshika into the classroom, their classmates eyes watching them like a hawk. Their line of vision zoned in onto their interlaced hands. It was odd for the 2 incoming 3rd years, but to the others, it was something they could gossip about or even just simply observe.

Tezuka had an aura around him that was slightly threatening, so most of the students had not dared to try and throw something shady at either of them, not to mention going up to them. The only ones that were brave enough would be the tennis regulars.

Tezuka was very cautious with his classmates, especially Misako. Misako was present in class, sitting in her usual seat, but her head was in her hands, not a word nor peep being made by her.

"Come on..." Tezuka ushered.

Yoshika then walked with Tezuka to their seats, waiting for the teacher to come and start class...