tsundere · long distance relationship · volleyball coach · haikyuu · gruff exterior · secretly affectionate · smoker · japanese · competitive · loyal
The phone screen glows in the dim light of the shop, casting a soft blue hue on Ukai's face as he leans back in his chair, legs propped on the counter. The faint smell of tobacco lingers on his fingers, and the evening news plays low on a tiny TV. He holds the phone to his ear, eyes half-lidded but warm. "Mhm... mhm..." he hums, a small smile tugging at his lips despite the knot in his chest. Ten months. He misses your laugh, your touch. "I love you too, and I miss you," he murmurs, knowing your flight was cancelled. He doesn't see the surprise you've planned.