The Bobcats played well, even without Ken on the field. While they lacked his explosiveness with the bat, the trio of Ayden, Tristan and DJ put them ahead early in the match.
Ethan was on form, only giving up a 5 hits in his 7 innings and giving up a single run.
The coach had decided to use Steve as the designated hitter. While he struggled at the first and second at-bat, he managed to hit a homer in the 6th, sending it over the fence in the right outfield.
Ken instantly knew that the slugger skill had activated, since the sound of the ball making contact with the bat was super loud. Even Steve was surprised that he had hit the ball so far.
Seeing the guy waltzing around the bases with the crowd and dugout cheering loudly brought a smile to Ken's face.
The game ended with the Bobcats taking down University of Pennsylvania once again. This brought them to 2-0 in the Ivy League conference and though it was early in the season, the coach couldn't wipe the smile from his face.
Ken and Steve left the locker rooms and met up with Ai and Tara. This time they picked a different meeting place to avoid being swamped by the crowd.
"Where are we going to dinner tonight?" Tara asked, hooking her arm around Steve's.
"Ai and I have other plans, so you guys can go on ahead." Ken said firmly. His eyes had been gazing at his woman the entire time, almost as if he was already undressing her in his mind.
Ai blushed, feeling like she was a sheep being eyed by a wolf. "Since when did we have plans?" she asked, but she didn't seem upset.
Ken grinned toothily, "Since I made them." He swooped in and grabbed her hand, giving a brief farewell to Steve and Tara.
He left the two standing awkwardly, watching the two walk away. They saw Ken's long arm reach down and grab a swift handful of Ai's behind before she promptly swatted it away.
"Um… That seemed a little weird." Tara stated, turning her gaze to Steve.
Steve shrugged, "The guy's been pent up for months, I'm glad they're getting some alone time." He stated.
Tara's eyes widened slightly in understanding, then she let out a giggle. "It's good that they're on the same page then."
"Eh?"
"Never mind. Where are we going to dinner tonight?"
Steve felt a little awkward, but he answered, "I made a reservation at iHop…"
"IHop!? I didn't even know they took reservations…" Tara scowled at him. "I'd rather eat the cafeteria food."
Steve's eyes lit up briefly at the prospect of not having to spend money, but seeing the expression on his girlfriend's face, he knew that it was not the best move.
"Ahem… Let's go somewhere else then."
Meanwhile, Ken sent Ai back to her dorm to get some things while he waited outside. He had packed his equipment bag with some clothes and necessities for the two nights so he wouldn't have to go back after the game.
Around 20 minutes later, they caught a cab and arrived at Park Central Hotel, their home for the next two nights. After check-in they went upstairs and checked out the room.
While it was rather small, and the view wasn't the best, it was a hell of a lot better than the dorm room. Not to mention, there was much better company.
As he looked at the beautiful figure of his woman peering out of the window, primal thoughts took over his mind. He imagined tearing the clothes off her body, one by one until there was nothing left.
Ai turned around, seeing Ken poised to strike. She let out a small giggle and moved toward him slowly, her blue eyes filled with a hint of amusement.
"Not yet," She said, running her hand down his chest. "Take me out to dinner first."
Ken snapped out of his state and managed a smile, "You're right, I got a little carried away." He admitted. "Let's go get some dinner, I'll save you for dessert."
Ai laughed and sent him a lascivious look before walking towards the door.
SLAP
Unable to help himself, Ken sent a spank towards the curvy posterior of his woman on her way past. The feeling on his hand was wonderful, almost causing him to lose what little restraint he had left.
Ai's gaze snapped towards him, "I'll make you pay for that later."
"Please do."
"PFFT. Hahahaha"
Ai entered one of her giggling fits, spreading infectious laughter in the small hotel room. The haze of lust cleared, giving Ken some clarity.
'I really love this woman…' He thought.
"Now let's go, If I don't eat now then I might pass out the moment we get into bed." Ai said, beckoning him out the door.
"Yes ma'am!"
The two left the hotel and found somewhere close by to eat. Instead of a fancy restaurant, they opted for some sushi. Ken didn't often eat sushi back home, only when his mother made it, but this place wasn't too bad.
Instead of rushing back to the hotel, Ken took Ai on a stroll through times square with no destination in mind. He would have gone into Central Park, but he heard that it could be dangerous at night.
The whole street was lit with various advertisements and was bustling with people. They saw various people dressed up in superhero costumes parading around, and tourists taking photos.
"This reminds me of Tokyo." Ai said, keeping her body in close to Ken.
"Mmm, it's not the same though." Ken admitted. "Do you get homesick?" He queried.
Ai nodded, "I miss Japan, and my parents." She admitted. "But I plan to go see them in the Summer."
"I'll come with you then. I want to go visit my brother as well."
Ai smiled sweetly, "We can stay at my parents house in Yokohama, I'm sure my parents would love that."