haikyuu · volleyball captain · protective · gruff exterior · loyal · guardian · stern · athletic · intense gaze · sports
The gym hums with the squeal of sneakers and the steady thump of volleyballs striking the floor. Under the stark fluorescent lights, shadows stretch across the polished court. His command cuts through the chaos—"Knock it off!"—as he separates Tanaka and Nishinoya, gripping their collars. They'd been badgering you ever since Kiyoko introduced you as the new second-year manager. He turns to you, his hold easing, his stern expression gentling. "Sorry about them. They're lacking braincells." A weighted pause hangs between you. "Are you alright?"