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All is Fair in Love and Wizard’s Chess

Rating: Teen (mild language)

Relationships: Ushijima/Moniwa, Kuroo/Daichi

Word Count: 2,045

It was a stormy evening, the wind ravaging against the windows to Ravenclaw Tower, but inside remained calm as the fire crackled in the hearth nearby. When Kuroo entered the dormitory, it creeped him out that there was hardly anyone there. He spotted a lone figure waiting for him by the massive windows, gazing out in silent solemnity at the harsh rain. Kuroo licked his lips and moved towards him, wondering what was in store for him. When Matsukawa cornered him after dinner and told him Ushijima wished to speak with him, it almost felt like the head of a yakuza branch was summoning one of his minions.

His fellow fifth year turned his head slightly as he approached and gave him a curt nod.

“Kuroo. Thank you for coming.”

“Sure, what’s up, Buddy?” Kuroo asked, hoping to lighten the mood.

Ushijima took in a deep breath, as if he were a villain in a tale about to reveal his motivation in a lengthy exposition.

“I wanted to speak with you about a private matter… a sensitive one. I would appreciate it if no one else finds out about what we are about to discuss.”

“Sure, no problem. I can keep a secret.”

“Even from Tendou.”

Kuroo’s mouth dropped open in shock. Tendou was Ushijima’s best friend, it wouldn’t make sense for Ushijima to share something with Kuroo and not Tendou.

“Yeah, that’s fine, but why won’t you tell him?”

Ushijima’s eyebrows creased together slightly, and his eyes dropped with a hint of sadness.

“I would like to speak with him about it, but I cannot because…” He sighed heavily and closed his eyes. “He’ll just make fun of me.”

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Mischief Managed: Ch 2

Relationship: Kuroo/Daichi, Oikawa/Suga (hint of Iwaizumi/Akaashi)

Rating: Teen

Chapters: 2/4

It was the first day that felt like spring at Hogwarts with the sun shining brightly onto the grounds and trees and flowers blossoming with vivid colors. All the students were buzzing with energy and desperate to go outside and enjoy the day. Iwaizumi seemed to be the only one in a bad mood as he wandered through the barren halls. He was hanging out with Bokuto, but when the idiot smelled the fresh grass and felt the breeze flowing into the open windows, he transformed into his owl form and fluttered out the window with a series of cheerful hoots.

Iwaizumi shrugged it off, since he was really looking for Oikawa. Their families were planning a trip for that summer and he wanted to discuss it with him, but it had been difficult wrangling his friend because he was either constantly pressing his nose in a textbook or pressing his lips on his boyfriend. Iwaizumi didn’t mind that Oikawa was dating someone, though he often wondered about Sugawara’s sanity for choosing such a partner.

There was a weird feeling in the air lately, like the romantic tension often felt around Valentine’s day, except never-ending. Couples seemed to be popping up all over the place, and it was making Iwaizumi’s skin itch. He had absolutely no interest in love and romance; why would he when there were simpler things in life to enjoy like food, friendship and Quidditch?

He finally sighed and wandered out the doors near the Greenhouse in search of his childhood friend. He had to admit that the gardens surrounding that area were lovely with a soothing fragrance, and it seemed to lift him slightly from his grumpiness. Then his reverie was interrupted by Kuroo’s braying laughter carrying over the grounds. The messy-haired Ravenclaw was running at full speed across the lawn, his eyes glittering with mischief. Behind him was his boyfriend, Sawamura, a look of fury pasted on his face as he chased after Kuroo. As quick and strong as Sawamura was, however, there was no catching up with the long stride of his boyfriend. He stopped abruptly and whipped out his wand, hardly uttering an incantation when Kuroo collapsed on the ground, stiff as a board. A smug grin slid on Sawamura’s face as he marched proudly up to his boyfriend’s body.

Iwaizumi rolled his eyes. He didn’t often wonder what it would be like to date someone, but he couldn’t possibly imagine dating a rival. It sounded exhausting, and he imagined for a moment what it would be like to date Bokuto and nearly vomited at the thought. If he was to date anyone, he would want the person to be an escape, a calming presence and someone he could have a deep conversation with.

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Holding out for a Hero

Relationship: Bokuto/Semi

Rating: Teen

Chapters 1/1

Part 4 of my Harry Potter Series!

1st Year

“Gryffindor!” The hat called out from above Semi Eita’s head. The Gryffindor table erupted in cheers, and Semi hurriedly slid off the chair and scampered toward them. His upperclassman greeted him with friendly smiles and pats on the back, which eased his nervousness slightly. He didn’t know many children already attending Hogwarts, but he did have a couple friends he knew through his parents and hoped they would be sorted into his house as well.

They weren’t, and he watched with a heavy heart as Ushijima and Tendou were both sorted into Ravenclaw. He remained quiet while the Great Hall flourished with activity and chatter as everyone began to feast. Even though the Sorting Hat was rumored to never be wrong about its placement, it was difficult for him to see why he was put there amongst the rowdiest group in the Hall.

“Hey, are you okay?” A loud voice said next to him, and he turned to see one of the other first years gazing at him, his golden eyes blazing in the candlelight floating above their heads.

“Yeah, I’m just surprised I’m in Gryffindor.”

“Why?”

“I’m not really… loud?”

The boy burst out laughing and flicked some of his messy black hair off his forehead.

“Being loud isn’t what makes a Gryffindor a Gryffindor! Though sometimes we just end up that way. It’s what’s in here!” He poked a finger at Semi’s chest, a little harder than he needed to, and Semi winced.

“You mean, like blood, bones and organs?”

The boy laughed again.

“You’re funny. What’s your name?”

“Semi Eita.”

“I’m Bokuto Koutarou! And no, I wasn’t talking about that stuff. I mean your heart! Well, I guess that’s an organ, but I mean more, uh… what’s it called?”

“Metaphorically?”

“Yes! Metamorphically!”

Semi was about to correct him, but decided it wasn’t worth it.

“So, what does it have to do with my heart?”

“Gryffindors are brave, and fight for justice! The Sorting Hat saw that inside you, even if you don’t feel like it right now. It’s all about guts!”

“I thought it was about my heart?”

Bokuto blinked and looked confused, and Semi tried hard not to laugh.

“Maybe it’s both? Yes! That’s it. Anyways, even if you’re not noisy, I’m glad you’re here.”

A beaming smile erupted on his face, and Semi felt all the nervousness melt away as he basked in the warmth pouring from his new friend.

“Thanks, Bokuto. I’m glad you’re here, too.”

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I Solemnly Swear That I Am Up To No Good: Ch 3

Relationship: Kuroo/Daichi

Rating: Teen (for language)

Chapters: 3/4

Oikawa knocked his head back against the stone wall and stared up at the cloud infested sky with a grimace.

“Guys, I think it’s hopeless tonight. I think we’re going to have to wait another month at least.” They were huddled along the castle walls near the Quidditch pitch, in full view of the moon’s position in the sky and still with enough places to hide should a teacher wander through. Luckily, the area seemed to be deserted except for the crickets hidden throughout the blades of grass.

“Nooooooo!” Bokuto whined, burying his head into his knees. “I’m so sick of having this leaf in my mouth. And it was so hard finding a chrysalis of a Death’s-head Hawk Moth, let alone four. Look at all the bee stings I got!” He rolled up his shirtsleeves to show off a few sore spots dotting his forearms.

Kuroo patted his head, though the action lacked the sympathy Bokuto was hoping for. “I told you not to disturb that hive. We were looking for moths, not bees.”

“But the moths like honey. Do I have to do it all over again?”

“No, if we keep them safe they should last another month,” Oikawa assured him as he inspected the delicate hollow shell that used to contain the ominous looking creature.

“What about the dew I collected?” Kuroo asked, swirling the liquid already added to the phial.

“I don’t know about that, it was pretty specific in the directions. This could end badly if we mess this up at all.”

“I already stuck my hair in it, is that bad?”

“Boku-chan, I told you to wait!”

“I already put everything in but the leaf,” Daichi admitted reluctantly.

Oikawa squeezed his eyes shut and hissed through his teeth. At this rate they’d be lucky if any of them completed the ritual correctly, though it was much more likely it was going to end up a disaster.

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Mischief Managed

Relationship: Kuroo/Daichi

Rating: Teen (for language)

Chapters: 1/1 (for now, may add more later)

It was late in the fifth year Hufflepuff dormitory, and Daichi was teetering on the edge of sleep. It had been a long exhausting day with one of the most grueling Quidditch matches he had ever experienced. Every house was difficult to play against, but there was something extra exhausting when going up against Gryffindor. His body felt heavy and sore, but his cozy bed hugged him just right, and with his pleasant housemates quietly settling in around him, he was nearly lost to sleep.

Then something tapped him on the nose. It was soft and slightly tickled, so Daichi just scrunched up his face and rubbed it on his pillow without opening his eyes. The tap came a bit harder, just enough for his eyes to crack open reluctantly. Right in front of his face was the face of a black cat, cocking his head at him with a grin that oozed trouble. Daichi glared at him, but the cat didn’t seem bothered at all as he reached out and batted at Daichi’s nose with his soft paw.

Before the cat could react, Daichi wrapped his arms around him and shoved him underneath himself. The cat yowled and struggled, but Daichi only laughed as he tried to smother him with a pillow.

“What was that?!” Asahi gasped, sitting straight up in bed.

“Nothing, just murdering some mangy cat.”

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I Solemnly Swear That I am up to no Good: Ch 2

Relationships: Kuroo/Daichi (main ship, other minor ones)

Rating: General

Chapters: 2/?

The next morning Bokuto was skipping out of the Great Hall after finishing a delicious breakfast and was ready to take on the day. Regardless of having a strange leaf wadded in his mouth, he had slept blissfully well and woke up refreshed. First thing on his agenda was a quick quidditch practice, and then Transfiguration. The class was difficult, but it happened to be one of Bokuto’s favorites and he surprisingly excelled in the subject. He thought it was fun turning things into other things, and with the secret project he had with Oikawa, Kuroo and Daichi, he had a renewed fascination with the subject.

“Bokuto-san!” A polite voice called from inside the doors to the Great Hall, halting Bokuto in his footsteps.

“Ah, Akaashi! What’s going on?”

Akaashi walked toward him, his face unreadable except for his eyebrows knitted more closely than usual. His fingers came up to adjust his emerald green tie as he stopped in front of him.

“Did you forget? We need to go over your Ancient Runes essay. You were supposed to meet me after you finished breakfast.”

“Oh, sorry! I forgot, I only just got done eating.”

Akaashi quirked an eyebrow. “Only now? You usually eat very quickly. Is something wrong?”

“What? No, nothing’s wrong.” Bokuto gulped as he took a step back from Akaashi.

“Bokuto-san… you’re acting suspicious. What are you hiding?”

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“…and you have ccr on” “You like ccr” “I know I like car but you don’t like ccr” “I like ccr…sometimes” *horrified gasp* “YOU CHEATED ON ME!” “NO! I FLIRTED ACCIDENTALLY!”

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