Prince of Tennis: I am actually Echizen Nanjiro

"Actually, I, I need to go to the temple." Echizen Nanjiro stammered, "Tezuka, you..."

I can't say what's next.

Anyway, he now feels that he is quite shameless.

"Let's go."

Afraid that Tezuka would be unwilling, he just went ahead and did it.

He held Tezuka's hand and led him away. Fortunately, no one else saw it, otherwise they might think that he was forcibly abducting the beautiful boy.

Um, Nanjiro, I mean, is there a possibility that this is not just a "misconception" but a fact?

"If you send me back, I will definitely treat you to some snacks and tea."

"It would be very rude otherwise."

"Tezuka, you can't refuse."

What he said made sense, but why didn't he dare to look at Tezuka?

Is this something that should make you feel guilty?

The pure children said they knew nothing and understood nothing.

Tezuka Kunimitsu didn't seem to find it strange and let him pull him away.

She didn't even remind the man to walk slower, her eyes were fixed on his red earlobe.

He thought that Mr. Nanjiro's face must have turned red.

Nanjiro didn't let go of his hand until he had pulled the person into the house.

"Oh, right." Suddenly remembering something, he walked briskly over and opened the door on the other side of the room, "Tezuka, sit down and wait for me for a while."

Not long after, he came out with a tray.

"My memory is getting worse and worse. I just remembered that I cooked soup at noon today. Fortunately, it is cool here, otherwise it will definitely go bad."

He blinked his bright eyes and said, "Eat something with me, Tezuka."

Tezuka Kunimitsu took the bowl he handed over, which contained mung bean and lotus seed soup.

He took a sip and found it a little too sweet.

Echizen Nanjiro scooped a spoonful and ate it, his eyes shining with joy: "So sweet! Tezuka, I used rock sugar, do you like it? It's really the best to eat this in summer."

Became like a child.

Tezuka Kunimitsu smiled slightly, and then he took another sip; it was still very sweet.

He never thought there could be such sweetness in the world, and he wouldn't get tired of it even if it were a little sweeter.

"Wow, Tezuka, you're smiling. Could it be that you've started to like sweets too?"

It would be great if that's true, he and Tezuka could become "sweet friends".

It’s so beautiful. When Tezuka smiles, it’s really beautiful.

I really like Tezuka's smile.

I hope happy things will happen every day around Tezuka.

If this wish could come true, he would not eat...

amount……

Eat half the dessert.

Well, he certainly can.

Kunimitsu Tezuka put down the bowl of soup in his hand; he had already finished it all.

"Tezuka, another bowl please."

Nanjiro felt happy and reached out to take Tezuka's empty bowl.

But Tezuka Kunimitsu grabbed his wrist.

I don't understand.

He looked up to ask Tezuka, but saw Tezuka's face, which was so serious that it looked unusual.

Ugh……

I must have done something wrong again and Tezuka found out.

After this brief moment of tenderness, is it time to settle the scores?

There is no need to guess, I will definitely listen to a long lecture next.

What would Tezuka say?

It's just something like "pay attention to rest, stay healthy, eat less sweets, and exercise more."

No, no, no, this time I might get scolded even more severely.

Because I fainted in front of Tezuka today.

So unfortunate!

It would be a shame for him to faint in front of anyone, but Tezuka happened to find him.

There is no escape now.

This is terrible. If I had known, I would not have left a grave and said goodbye to him sooner.

Mistake! Big mistake!

How can I say it? I am extremely regretful now. Regret!

Because he was in the wrong, he did not dare to struggle and silently pretended to be listening carefully and aware of his mistakes.

No matter what you think in your heart, you must do your job well with your attitude on the surface.

Smart kids know that attitude is important.

In addition, you must admit your mistakes first and take the initiative into your own hands, so that even if Tezuka wants to criticize you, he won't say too much.

Because I have already said everything I need to say in advance.

What a perfect strategy!

Start implementing!

"Tezuka, I was wrong."

He stared down at Tezuka's hands.

Swish, swish, your hands are so beautiful.

Damn it, it’s okay if it’s just his face, but if I really drooled on Tezuka’s hands, that would be too weird.

He pursed his lips and suppressed the desire that was rising in his heart.

Heart of beauty in everyone.

This is absolutely a normal reaction, absolutely.

"no."

Tezuka Kunimitsu paused and continued, "This time, I was wrong."

Before Echizen Nanjiro could react to his unusually solemn voice, Tezuka Kunimitsu officially knelt in front of him.

"What are you doing, Tezuka?"

He was almost scared to death, and rushed to Tezuka, knelt down and supported him.

Nanjiro was so anxious that he stuttered, and kept saying "you you you" while staring at Tezuka, hoping to find something in his eyes.

But Tezuka Kunimitsu lowered his head and avoided his gaze.

What's wrong, what's wrong with you, Tezuka?

Nanjiro gently held his face with both hands.

Does Tezuka also have times when he feels overwhelmed?

"Tezuka, Tezuka..."

"sorry."

"What?" He didn't understand.

How could Tezuka have done anything wrong to him? It was obviously him who had always been...

I am dragging Tezuka down...

"Tezuka, tell me what's going on, please tell me, okay?"

I really want to know what you are thinking and what I can do for you.

If only I could understand you, know you better, Tezuka.

But, Tezuka, why not?

Why do I only now clearly realize that this barrier between you and me is a sad existence?

Why did the joy of being with you gradually become shadowed, growing into dense anxiety and loneliness?

I didn't ask for it originally, but time made me so greedy.

Tezuka, did you know?

I have a secret about you in my heart, but I dare not tell anyone.

I was even afraid of being discovered by the hot sunlight during the day, and only dared to share it secretly with the gentle moonlight when everyone was asleep at night.

It won't tell anyone. I believe it.

Because it has kept too many secrets faithfully.

Tezuka, I seem to be getting more and more afraid of you...

He could only stare at Tezuka's face without moving away, and persistently demanded answers from Tezuka.

"I'm stupid, I'm not smart at all, and I don't understand many things. But, Tezuka, as long as you tell me, I will definitely understand."

"Tezuka, please don't ignore me..."

"You can't do this..."

Kunimitsu Tezuka reached out and touched the corners of his eyes, helping him wipe away his tears bit by bit.

I made Mr. Nanjiro cry again...

Mr. Nanjiro, why are you so fragile?

No matter how careful I am, I can still hurt you if I'm not careful.

Despite this, I still want to stay with you, how bad and selfish I am.

Whether this is fortunate or unfortunate, you have no idea of ​​the dark side of human nature.

Nanjiro held his hand tightly, not letting him leave him.

Tezuka's hands were a little cold, but he didn't find it annoying at all.

As long as it's Tezuka, he can accept anything.

He stopped crying, blinked, and looked at Tezuka seriously.

Then he lowered his head and leaned into Tezuka's arms.

And then... hug.

He didn't know why he did this, he just did it because he wanted to.

Tezuka probably would not accept or like this way of doing things that relies solely on intuition.

I know it clearly.

but……

Perhaps he will always be useless and incompetent in front of Tezuka for the rest of his life.

"I kissed you, Mr. Nanjiro."

"It's okay, Tezuka. I forgive you."

Echizen Nanjiro, who had already made up his mind to forgive Tezuka no matter what he said, said this firmly without hesitation.

"Hey, wait." He got up from Tezuka's arms, "Tezuka, you said you kissed me?"

"Ah."

Tezuka Kunimitsu thought that perhaps there was no room for maneuver this time.

He and Mr. Nanjiro...

Echizen Nanjiro (after thinking for a while): "Oh."

Tezuka Kunimitsu:?

Echizen Nanjiro sighed helplessly: "I thought it was a big deal, Tezuka, this happened so long ago."

"You still remember the last time at the dessert shop."

Echizen Nanjiro really didn't know what to say, he thought it was a big deal, like the sky was falling.

He and Tezuka cried and quarreled over this matter, it was really...

Shame!

The same goes for Tezuka. Didn't I make it clear at the time? I understood his good intentions. Why do I still feel resentful about it?

At this time, he would suddenly "bring up old accounts" from time to time. Even if he was Karubin and had nine lives, it would probably not be enough.

No, he must sternly warn Tezuka not to scare him like this next time.

"Tezuka, I know that kneeling here may be a very common behavior, but in China there is a saying, 'A man's knees are made of gold.' People should not be servile. These knees represent a person's dignity and backbone. So in the future, you can't kneel down to others casually, understand?"

It's rare for him to put on a serious face and say such serious words. If someone didn't know him, they would definitely think he was a serious adult.

But in the eyes of Kunimitsu Tezuka, Nanjiro is still like a little animal.

But when it turns into a serious little animal, it is cute in another way.

As a good boy of our time, what else can we say about Kunimitsu Tezuka?

Of course you have to listen to adults.

"I understand, Mr. Nanjiro, I will keep it in mind."

In the past, it was Tezuka who lectured him, but now it was his turn as an elder to educate Tezuka.

What a turn of events!

Echizen Nanjiro couldn't help feeling proud and happy, but he had to hold it in so that Tezuka wouldn't see it.

Otherwise, he would lose his credibility as a reliable adult in front of Tezuka.

Little did he know that the "prestige of a reliable adult" was something he could not find in anyone he was familiar with.

Shh, let's not push that point and let him think whatever he wants.

if only……

As long as he's happy.