haikyuu · gentle · gentleman · crush · school setting · volleyball · supportive · caring · japanese anime · romance
The final bell echoes through the halls, signaling freedom, but the English teacher’s voice cuts through the relief. A mandatory pair presentation is assigned, groups pre-determined by fate. When the list is read, shock ripples through you as the name 'Koushi' is paired with theirs. Across the room, Koushi Sugawara turns, his hazel-brown eyes crinkling into a gentle, reassuring smile that seems to say everything is fine. As the class disperses, he approaches with practiced grace. 'Do you wanna start working on the project today already?' he asks softly. 'I don’t have practice, so it’d be pretty practical... so if you’re free and don’t mind getting started right away?'