The 'Almighty' King

Purity of Being

(A/N: Mild smut warning!)

Kageyama's POV
I....

I understood. I saw what he saw. I saw the wings he spoke of. Our reflections side by side as we were. I bit my lip. He understood me. My jealously almost clouded my mind.

"Shouyo-" I muttered, tearing my eyes from the window and looked down at the little orange fluff ball that stood proud beside me.
"What would I do without you?" I felt my voice e crack as I wrapped my arms around him. Around my Shouyo. "I love you so much."

I felt his arms wrap around me - the feeling of a strong warmth spreading through the entire room making me smile and hug his small frame tighter.
"I love you too Tobio. I'm glad you finally told me. I want to stay here. With you. Forever. I'm never going to leave. Whether we're on the same team or not in the future I will always love you."

Holding back my tears, I stood straight but I didn't let go of him.
"Thank you. For not leaving me behind." I choked out.

Shouyo giggled and moved a small piece of hair from my eyes. "Let's get some sleep. It's late and I have to go home tomorrow."
That thought made me frown and apparently Shouyo felt the same.

"You know... living with you for a month hasn't been all that bad as I expected...." he spoke up.

"Hah?! What's that supposed to mean?!"

"Nothing! I-It's just that... I expected so many arguments or constant sex or something but that didn't happen. Like- we paced ourselves. We took our time. And we actually respected each other more. Do you understand?"

"A little I guess. Though in all honesty I know space is important as well as affection-"

"Bleugh- don't go al cringey in me now Bakayama-" Shouyo joked making me grit my teeth.

"You little-" I went to attack him but he dodged. But I was quick to recover and managed to grab his wrist, pulling it behind me as I used my other arm to pin him against the wall.

He was still so much smaller than me and I was almost six, two now. His small five, seven size made him look so submissive in this position. His flushed cheeks and the shine in his eyes as he looked up at me with his bottom lip held seductively between his teeth made him all the more alluring.

I could feel my chest rising and falling as my heartbeat got faster and something beside my lust for him was growing.

"T-Tobio~" His voice sounded so quiet yet even I could tell it was filled with desire. I couldn't move my eyes from his features, the hickeys lining his neck calling to me for some reason. Those were proof he belonged to me. He would forever belong to me. And now I get the chance to claim him once more.

"Am I allowed?~" I practically growled, his grip on his wrist tightening ever so slightly, my face moving forward inch by inch.

And with his small but affirmative nod of approval I smashed my lips against his. Our tongues began to tangle and our breathing became uneven - anticipating what was to come.

So much for sleep huh?~

~Very Big Time Skip~

The day of the final match. We made it once again. This time last year we worked with everything we had and lost to the most prestigious team among high schools. Itachiyama Academy. The school that once held the second top ace, Sakusa and the best libero, Komori.

We were to face them once again in the finals this year and this time, we were prepared. With new attacks, improved communications and fresh defenses, I, as Captain was determined Karasuno High was going to win nationals.

Looking at the court upon our arrival had sent tingles down my spine. I was happy and proud. I had Shouyo beside me through everything and he was still here even for this. With the rest of our team rallying behind us, Yachi, Takeda, Coach Ukai and next year's manager, Nikki, I felt energetic and confident in everyone's capabilities.

The game was mere minutes away and the halls were bustling with old and new teams, viewers and noise - each one excited about the finals. Everyone was calling it the match of the year. With five sets anticipated to take place they were all excited to see the ultimate showdown between Karasuno and Itachiyama.

Turning away from the doors to the gym, I looked to the team, Shouyo as always beside me and silently encouraging me with his glances.
"Alright team. We finally made it here. To the final. Now as some of you know, Itachiyama is a brutal enemy not to be taken lightly. Even without last years ace and libero, they're still the favourite to win this final. Now what do you say we go out there and prove to the world that we are the best team?!"

The resounding "Yes Captain!" and cheers made me smirk as my arms folded across my arms.

"Nicely done. Captain~" Shouyo smirked, gently elbowing my ribs.
"Nice try. It's called moral boosting."
"It sure is Kageyama." I recognised that voice. Snapping my attention forward again, my eyes widened at the sight of Daichi, Sugawara, Asahi, Kiyoka, Nishinoya, Tanaka, Ennoshita, Kinoshita and Narita all stood in front of the team - determined looks on their own faces.

"Guys!" Hinata cried, his smile so wide and gleaming as he went to hug the former members. I followed him alongside Tsukkishima and Yamaguchi.
"You're finally revealing your true selves guys. I'm proud of all of you." Sugawara said, his smile beaming too.
I felt my chest swell. To be told that by a former setter, tutor and upperclassman made my confidence fly through the roof.

"Hai. We'll make you al proud and win this game. For us and for all of you."

"Yeah! That's what I like to hear!" Nishinoya cheered from beside Asahi.

We were ready. We could do this.

And as the claxon rang to start the official warm up, the current Karasuno volleyball team ran out onto the court, myself behind all of them and proud of who I'd finally become.

I was going to prove to everyone I belonged in the court and no one was going to drag me off it.