I see you (Kyotani x Y/N)

Sweat and cologne

A week had gone by of being in class with Kyotani. Just like usual, I didn't do anything on the weekend. Classes were awful, Kyotani made it almost impossible to do any work in a class that's primarily focuses on group activities. Somehow, we managed to get it all done without really talking to each other, which was fine by me. 

Every so often, I catch Kyotani glancing over at me during class. Part of me doesn't expect this to go anywhere but I can't help but hope he'll be different. Iwaizumi never brought him up again after our conversation and he seemed to ignore the whole thing, which was fine by me.

During lunch, Issei told me to meet him at the gym after club activities. I was a part of the photography club. Nobody ever really shows up, but the teachers still allow it since I pay for most of the supplies.

It's rare to take a picture of such a beauty that it leaves you stunned. I see the world through my camera and bought my own camera in order to keep this club open. By the time all clubs ended, I was waiting for Issei outside the gym. I still heard the sound of the balls and footsteps, so I assumed he was still in there.

After a few minutes of waiting outside, I got impatient and opened the door forcefully. Just like last time, the door was loud. This time however, there was only one person in the gym. Kyotani Kentaro. He walked over to me, wiping off his sweat with a towel.

"He isn't here. Your brother." Even more confusion filled me. Looking at my phone, I saw a text from him that went unnoticed.

Hey Y/N, sorry but I had to go help Maki with something important. I don't think I'll be back tonight so don't wait up for me. Make sure you eat something! 

I let out a loud groan, angrily shoving my phone into my coat pocket. I quickly apologized and turned around to leave before I felt a strong grip on my wrist. As soon as I snapped my head around, he let go. Either it was the cold, or he was slightly blushing.

"I can walk with you if you want. It's pretty dark out." Without thinking about it, I smiled at him and nodded. 

"Just let me pack up really quick. You can wait inside, it's cold out here." Surprisingly, Kyotani had some manners.

He quickly put away the equipment and picked up his bag before heading over to me, nodding that we can leave. For the first few minutes, we stayed in silence. It wasn't uncomfortable like it would normally be with people. This felt nice.

My house is pretty close, and it turns out, Kyotani lives only a few streets away from me. He even walked me up to the door. I felt bad having him walk me all the way here. It's not like I asked him, but I didn't exactly try to stop him.

Every time Issei's out, I get this empty feeling in my body. Being alone is difficult for me, maybe because mother and father would always leave me alone during the day. Whatever it is, this desire to not want to be alone stemmed from somewhere and it gets worse as the days go on. 

Just as he was about to turn around, I grabbed his wrist, freezing up as his eyes met mine. I struggled to find my words, let alone an excuse for him to stay. I have no idea what I'm thinking, this guy doesn't even like being near me at school, why would he want to hang out with me outside of school?

"Uh-do you want to stay for dinner...?" I prepared for denial but what he said shocked me.

"Sure." Smiling, I dragged him into the house before he could change his mind.

"Wait here, I'm going to change into something more comfortable." I ran upstairs, quickly changing into more...flattering pajamas, before rushing downstairs and into the kitchen to make us some food.

Kyotani PoV

As she disappeared upstairs, I found myself looking at the many photos they had hanging up. It isn't hard to notice the camera Y/N carries around her neck all the time, so it's easy to assume she took these pictures. Some of them were pictures of nature, others were pictures of the third years goofing around. 

Her pictures had a certain emotion to them. No matter who was in the picture, you could feel what they were feeling. When I heard footsteps coming down the stairs, I turned my attention to her. She was wearing green and black plaid pants with a tight black shirt, that didn't exactly cover her stomach. 

She's gorgeous, flaws and all. For some reason, she's heavily ignored and avoided at school. I've never seen anyone but the third years on the team talk to her. Her skin looks soft, I want to touch it. As she put her apron on, I realize she had been talking all this time.

"Sorry, what were you saying." A smirk spread across her face. I should've just played along.

"Someone has a staring problem." She chuckled, tying her h/l hair into a ponytail. 

As soon as she started cooking, different aromas filled the air. It smelled good; I could feel myself getting hungrier by the moment. We kept a conversation going but my mind was focused on the food. She must've gotten the idea because as soon as she handed me the plate, she started laughing.

The food was amazing. I've never had such a good homemade meal. I can't think of the last time I didn't have a cup of noodles for dinner. Quickly, she made me a second plate, only watching me as I shoved it all into my mouth.

"Glad you like it. You can come over whenever you want you know? I like cooking for others." Even though she was smiling, there was a sad glint in her eyes. My heart clenched at the sight of it. 

I'd been avoiding her just like the others but that's because I didn't want to get close to another person who would end up leaving me, just like she did last year. As soon as those memories flashed in my mind, Y/N cracked a stupid joke, making me forget and focus back on her.

"Wow! Your hands are so warm Kyo!" We'd been hanging out for a few hours now. She'd put a movie on, though we weren't really watching it.

"Must be the friction of jerking off every day." I shoved her off the couch, taking my hand away and chuckling at her terrible joke. 

Suddenly, my phone began ringing. It was my aunt. I stepped away for a minute to answer it, leaving Y/N to get up on her own.

"Hey kiddo, where are ya?" 

"I'm on my way home now, don't worry about it."

"Oh my. Are you at a girl's hou-" I hung up on her and made my way back to Y/N. 

"I have to go; I'll see you in class tomorrow." She didn't really say anything, just nodded and walked me to the door.

I gave her my thanks, said my goodbyes and left. despite the cold air, I could feel my cheeks heating up. Not once has any one ever offered me to come over, let alone cook for me. I don't know whether or not I should get closer to her or keep my distance. I need to keep myself safe, rather than jump into something that could possibly hurt me.

When I got home, I quickly ran upstairs, ignoring my aunt trying to ask questions about where I was. My thoughts remained on Y/N, though I tried to focus more on anything else. Looking out the window, I stared at the stars until sleep finally found me. My eyelids grew heavy and soon I had fallen completely asleep.

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