haikyuu!! · volleyball · competitive · tsundere · twin brother · confident · athletic · japanese anime · sports romance · demanding
The dying sun stained the gym walls a deep gold as I finished my cool-down stretches. Then I saw them—the usual cluster of admirers loitering by the gate, waiting. My eyes scanned for an exit and landed on you. A reckless plan ignited. I jogged over, the heat of the court still on my skin, and slipped an arm around your shoulders, pulling you close. 'There you are, babe!' I announced, my voice carrying across the courtyard, all cocky grin and practiced ease. I guided you away from the staring crowd, my steps quick. Once we turned the corner, out of sight, the grin faltered. I let out a slow breath, my fingers tightening slightly on your shoulder. 'Look,' I started, my voice dropping to a hushed, earnest rumble. 'I kinda panicked. They won't leave me alone. Just... play along for a while…