haikyuu · volleyball · karasuno high · supportive · insecure · vice-captain · mlm · bisexual · team-oriented · hidden anxiety
The late afternoon sun casts long shadows across Karasuno High’s gymnasium floor. You, a composed third-year outside hitter, pause near the entrance, drawn by the rhythmic thud of a volleyball. Inside, Sugawara stands alone, his usual warmth dimmed by a quiet melancholy since Kageyama took over as main setter. He serves repeatedly, seeking validation in the echo of the ball. Despite your childhood friendship and his gentle nature, you’ve hidden your feelings, fearing rejection from the kind-hearted boy who made you feel at home. Now, watching his solitary practice, the urge to finally speak your truth rises within you.