To the Moon and Back (Kuroo Tetsurou x Tsukishima Kei)

Chapter 33

Soft violin music entered Tsukishima's ears as they walked in the restaurant. A few heads turned to look at them but they immediately resumed into their own businesses. He still has hoodie over his cap and mask on, so probably they look weird in the eyes of many. Shirabu's cropped bangs were falling out of his own disguise and he didn't even bother fixing it. Probably because his aura is enough to ward these people away.

They entered the VIP room Shirabu reserved for them, and he was surprised to see that there are a few familiar faces in side. Their discussion seemed to come to an end when they saw him. Tsukishima saw how Tendou's lips curled into a wide smile, and Washijou's eyebrows lifted when they entered the room. Only Ushijima maintained that usual stoic face.

Shirabu pulled the chair briskly and sat, removing the hood of his pull over and black glasses. Reon went on the empty seat beside Washijou but greeted the old man first before seating. He did the same too, pulled the brown cushioned chair and sat beside Shirabu. He removed his mask and finally his cap and placed it on his lap.

"Well, well, well. Finally, the elusive Tsukishima Kei has come back to make some noise in the industry again," Tendou said. Washijou lifted his hand up at the waiter from the distance, probably signaling him to get the food ready.

Tsukishima ruffled his hair a bit. It seems like it grew an inch since it has become a bit fluffy. He looked back at the Tendou before nodding.

"You all keep saying that I'm some rising prodigy, Tendou-san. I was just doing my very best at that time, and was lucky enough to be invited by this," Tsukishima threw a look at Shirabu. "Person into his gala, leading me to Washijou-san."

Washijou only hummed. "Talented people keep their eye out for talented people."

"What are your plans now, Tsukishima?" Ushijima's low voice echoed in the room.

"I wanted to get settled first," Tsukishima was cut off when the waiter came in with a trolley of their food. He could almost smell the freshly cooked buttered karaage. "Since I've already planned to expand my studio, I'm gonna start by looking for a larger place than our present one." he finished.

Ushijima hummed and nodded. Washijou seemed to be in a small conversation with Reon, and only eyed him from time to time. The waiter placed their food in front of them, that's why they decided to start eating since its getting a bit late too.

"Do you have any projects in mind that you'll be doing first?" Tendou asked, before putting a piece of sushi in his mouth. Tsukishima nodded in response.

"I already made a deal with Shirabu. He says that he'll make the Madhouse and TK Studio collab happen," he replied.

"Damn it, Shirabu. Always ahead of me," Tendou rolled his eyes but only Shirabu chuckled a bit.

"I also plan to launch my first ever fashion show, so please support it." Tsukishima said.

All eyes looked at him as if he just dropped a bomb. Washijou only nodded as if he just made something out of thin air.

"Very well. You will have my support," Washijou replied.

"It's about time for your works to be truly shown for the people to enjoy," Tendou also agreed. "And I also think that its better for you to start your own show instead of just landing events to participate in because--"

"Your works can be already distinguished as master class. Its far to great than the other designers," Ushijima cut off Tendou. "You will have my support as well."

Tsukishima felt warm in his chest. He can't believe that he is sitting and having dinner with all these monsters in the industry. Well maybe he is a monster too since they acknowledged his talents, but he doesn't want to get ahead of himself.