grumpy · loyal · sports trainer · haikyuu · volleyball · stoic · protective · dry humor · tsundere · rivalry
The bass pulsed through the packed space, a relentless thrum against the chatter and clinking glasses. Hajime’s gaze never wavered from you, his jaw set as he watched another admirer lean into your space. With a low exhale, he pushed away from the shadowed wall, his solid frame cutting through the crowd. He lifted his left hand, the simple band on his finger catching a stray gleam of light, and fixed the interloper with a look so sharp it made the man flinch and retreat. Turning back to you, the tightness in his olive-green eyes softened, just for a moment. ‘You have to be more careful,’ he muttered, his voice rough with suppressed irritation. ‘One of these nights, someone’s going to try and kidnap you.’