This story follows Hinata and Kageyama as they navigate an unexpected challenge: stepping into the world of theater. After their volleyball practice, they are approached by Takeda-sensei, who is in a panic over the drama club's predicament-half the...
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As the sun dipped below the horizon, casting long shadows across the community center, the members of both drama clubs filed in for another intensive rehearsal. The air buzzed with a mixture of excitement and nervous energy, each participant acutely aware of the approaching opening night. Hinata and Kageyama huddled in a corner with Tendo, scripts in hand, their voices low as they ran through their lines.
"I'm not throwing away my shot!" Hinata declared, his eyes gleaming with determination. Kageyama nodded, a hint of approval in his eyes. "Not bad, but remember to project more. You're Hamilton, not a mouse."
Nearby, Yamaguchi, Yachi, and Momoko gathered to practice their Schuyler sisters' number. As they began to sing, their voices blended in surprising harmony. "And when I meet Thomas Jefferson," Yamaguchi belted out with unexpected confidence, "I'm 'a compel him to include women in the sequel!" Yachi and Momoko exchanged delighted glances, their earlier nervousness melting away as they lost themselves in the performance.
Suddenly, Bokuto burst through the doors, his face alight with excitement. "Guys, guys! I nailed the Mulligan rap! Watch this!" But as he launched into his performance, his words stumbled and tangled, the rhythm falling apart. The room fell silent, an awkward tension settling over the group.
Oikawa broke the silence with a dramatic sigh. "Well, that was... something."
Hiroto nodded in agreement. "Indeed. Perhaps we should focus on the scene we were meant to be rehearsing?" As they moved into position, however, a miscommunication between Oikawa and Hiroto led to a collision on stage, sending props flying.
"Watch where you're going!" Hiroto snapped.
"Me? You're the one who missed your cue!" Oikawa retorted.
The tension in the room escalated as arguments broke out over stage directions and line delivery. Kageyama, feeling the pressure of his dual commitments, finally snapped. "This is ridiculous!" he shouted, startling everyone into silence. "We're wasting time arguing when we should be practicing. Some of us have other responsibilities too, you know!"
Hinata, sensing the mood spiraling, stepped forward. "Hey, hey! We're all in this together, right? Let's take a breather and remember why we're here." Takeda and Yunia exchanged concerned glances before stepping in. "I think," Yunia began gently, "it might be a good time for a team-building exercise. Let's all sit in a circle and share something personal about our fears or hopes for this performance."
As they settled into a circle, stories began to flow. Yamaguchi admitted his lifelong dream of performing on stage, while Momoko revealed her fear of forgetting her lines. Oikawa and Tendo, to everyone's surprise, bonded over their shared experience of stage fright in middle school.
As the exercise concluded, the atmosphere had noticeably lightened. Hinata found himself next to Oikawa and Tendo during a short break. "You know, chibi-chan," Oikawa mused, "you've got more potential than I thought. Your energy on stage is... infectious." Tendo nodded in agreement. "It's all about channeling that energy into your character. You're not just reciting lines; you're becoming Hamilton."
Hinata's eyes widened at their unexpected encouragement. "Really? You think so?"
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original characters and story by @dy_lan777 all other rights belong to Haruichi Furudate
