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Epilogue

The relationship was a little shaky at first, since they had to immediately go long distance. But now that everything was out in the open, the two men communicated better. Shouyou would update Nishinoya regularly about volleyball adventures, and Nishinoya would send pictures of his latest experiences.

When Shouyou returned to Japan in March of 2018, Nishinoya returned as well. The man definitely wasn't done traveling. But he figured he could put it on hold, just for a little. He wanted to spend time with Shouyou more than he wanted to travel at the moment.

The two men got a little apartment together in Tokyo. Being back in Japan was a breath of fresh air for both men. It was nice to be around people who knew Japanese, and it was fun to catch up with all of their old friends. The volleyball team from Karasuno was surprised to see the two men dating. Well, some of them were. Tanaka and Asahi had proud and knowing smiles on their faces, which Tsukishima smirked down at Shouyou when he shared the news. Shouyou glared at him and went to talk to Yachi instead. At least she appreciated him!

Time passed and Nishinoya began to travel again, but less often. He made sure to be around for Shouyou's important matches, and would call him often. The way the two interacted hadn't changed much when compared to how they acted in high school. But Shouyou preferred that. The two men had always enjoyed one another's company and been able to understand each other easily. They were better with words now, luckily. No more beating around the bush amongst the two men. Whenever one of them got an idea, the other would passionately support it. It had led to some crazy adventures that had their friends shaking their heads. It was even worse when both of them liked the idea.

That was what led to their current predicament. Japan's national team had made it to the Olympics. Nishinoya had come to watch with Sugawara, Asahi, and Daichi. The game had been long and intense. Oikawa had somehow improved even more since Shouyou had last seen him. Kageyama was amazingly talented and precise. But their was something about Oikawa's playing that left Shouyou in awe every time.

At the end of the match though, Japan's amazing skill set pulled through. Kageyama and Shouyou's quick attacks, combined with Ushijima and Bokuto's powerful spikes got Japan the win that year. Shouyou was euphoric. They had done it! He and Kageyama had truly reached the top.

The redhead was crying happy tears when his boyfriend of over three years ran up to him.

"Shouyou!!! You were amazing!" Nishinoya tackled the man in a hug. Shouyou proceeded to accept congratulations from the rest of his friends. The team then went to celebrate, their friends tagging along.

The high from the win, alongside hyper friends and alcohol had Shouyou feeling ready for anything. He could do anything.

So when Nishinoya pulled away from a kiss with a wide smile and whispered "Marry me?" Shouyou found himself nodding right away. Nishinoya beamed even wider. Shouyou grabbed his boyfriend's hand and dragged him out of the club.

"Where are we going, Sho?" Nishinoya asked with a laugh. Shouyou raised an eyebrow.

"To get married." He stated as if it was obvious. Nishinoya choked on air.

"Right now?!" he asked. Shouyou nodded excitedly.

"Isn't that why you asked?" Shouyou questioned. Nishinoya frowned, before giving in.

"Sure, why not?"

The two men had not thought this through at all. However, they were determined now. Nothing could stop them when they put their minds to it. Same sex marriage was not legal in Japan, so Shouyou and Nishinoya bought tickets to Brazil. It was rather fitting.