Embarrassed » Akaashi Keiji

03; a companion to the train station

Five days of being Fukurodani's volleyball team manager, you surprisingly got accustomed to their rowdiness especially Bokuto acting like a child and when he was in his emo mode – which literally stunned you to learn that he has that kind of personality. You actually didn't have a hard time to approach and befriend all of them since they were easy to talk to and really nice – just like what Yukie had told you.

"(Name), can you please help me fill the water bottles?" Kaori asked you and you swiftly nodded. You grabbed the water bottles of everyone while they were holding a practice match.

You were having a great time watching them play. Their potential and skills in volleyball certainly had amazed you especially at Akaashi who was great at tossing the ball to everyone, but most of his tosses were spiked by none other than Bokuto himself. You were mesmerized by his graceful moves and you can't help but stare at him with fascination. Now you know why Akaashi is also popular among girls.

Bokuto's spikes were really dominant and you absentmindedly blurted out to the two managers that their arms were going to break if they had ever received that one. And the only response you had acquired from them was a heartfelt laugh.

During those days of becoming their manager, you had discovered that Bokuto is seriously fond of Akaashi. Like he wouldn't miss a day to chant Akaashi's name and whine to him. Then, there's the setter who already grasped the captain's personality and only dealt him with ease.

Yukie told you about their past when Akaashi was a new member of their club. The reason why Bokuto is too attached to the second year setter is that he fancies his set ups and it was easy to spike. Moreover, Bokuto claimed that Akaashi is really reliable, which is why the owl-like captain had begun to depend on him a lot and trust him.

After you and Kaori were done filling the bottles, you two headed to the gym and handed them their water when the coach had given them a water break.

Your eyes noticed that there's a water bottle left on the bench, therefore, without hesitation, you hastily grabbed it and searched for the one who doesn't still have his water. Upon landing your gaze on Akaashi who was still wiping his sweat, that was when you realized that the owner of the bottle you're carrying is Akaashi's.

Indeed, you're already friends and comfortable with the team but... that's an exception when it comes to Akaashi, and you have no idea why you were feeling antsy around him and embarrassed at the same time. You assumed that it was because of the incident in the room last time, that's why you're feeling those emotions...

"Eh, (Name)-chan? That's Akaashi's water bottle, why don't you give it to him?" Yukie snapped you out from thoughts, which made you flinch a little because of shock.

"A-Ah yes!" You marched to where Akaashi was and swallowed your saliva that was hindering your throat once you're near him. Akaashi, who had noticed you right away, immediately gravitated his eyes to you with a perplexed look.

'It's now or never' you thought.

"Akaashi, here," you handed him his water bottle whilst lowering your head. When you feel that Akaashi already took the bottle in your hands, you unexpectedly feel your blood rushes up to your face because his fingers had grazed yours. Then that's your cue to walk away at a speed of light and go to the two managers. Not bothering to hear him say his gratitude.

When the practice had come to an end, you did your job as the manager by picking up the balls and everyone started to clean the gym. And upon completing your task, Yukie and Kaori bid their goodbyes to you, informing you that they were going home first which you instantly agreed and let them.

You headed to the locker room to change your clothes into your uniform, so you can go home straight away. After fixing yourself and grabbing your bag, you began to leave the locker room.