Book of Haikyuu!!

•|Shiratorizawa Day Care|•

The second part of the daycare series.♥️

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Today, a new wave of kids was coming in and you were extremely nervous. Your last group graduated from the daycare after the previous year, so you knew this was going to happen eventually.

As you browsed through the roster, trying to memorize the names and faces, you eagerly anticipated the children's arrival.

"Semi Eita is here!" Another worker called out from the front.

You eagerly made your way to greet the boy and his guardian. As soon as you laid eyes on his ash colored hair and black tips, your heart melted. He was adorable!

"That's Sensei." His mother stated as she sat him down and pulled off his shoes.

"Sensei?" His eyes widened at the unfamiliar label. He had never called anyone that name before.

As you chatted with his mother, your coworker brought Semi inside the common room.

Shortly after this, the other parents came rushing in to drop off their children.

"Alright kids, let's sit in a circle and get to know one another." You clapped your hands with rhythm to gain their attention. Like it was natural, they copied the beat you made with their own claps. 'Ahhhh. I love them already.'

After explaining that the class would go around the circle, state names and a hobby, and then begin the day with some free time, the eight children nodded in agreement.

"I'll start." You amiably waved to everyone in the circle. "My name is (Name), but you guys call me Sensei. My hobby is volleyball."

At the sound of the sport, many of the children bombarded you with questions.

"Volleyball?" Goshiki's eyes widened excitedly before he got up and began running around in circles. "VOLLEYBALL?!"

"What position do you tend to favor?" Ushijima asked from the back of the group. You were curious as to how his speech sounded so advanced compared to the others.

"I like volleyball too!" Tendou sang as he approached you with a mischievous smile.

"Can we play volleyball?" Kawanishi expressionlessly asked.

It seemed that the sport was a hot topic among this particular group of children. "I'm glad you all are so enthusiastic, but how about we finish introductions first?"

Shirabu stared at you in disbelief. "That's boring."

"Stop being mean to Sensei!" Semi ran to help you by pushing your back to keep you upright. Some of the more energetic children had jumped on you.

"I'll help too." Ohira smiled, aiding the ash haired boy with supporting you.

"I want to play volleyball instead..." Yamagata was slowly tearing up. It was obvious that the activity was not to his liking.

This group sure was filled with interesting personalities.

~*~*~

When free time came around, the unanimous vote was for volleyball, so you brought the kids outside.

"Alright. I managed to blow up this beach volleyball." You showed the children the multi-colored ball and makeshift net made from a rope and mesh bags. "When you first get the chance to hit it, you have to say your name, and then after that it'll be one fun fact about yourself."

"That requires soooo much brainpower." Tendou whined, but got in position anyways. It was Ushijima-Shirabu-Ohira-Yamagata versus Goshiki-Semi-Kawanishi-Tendou. Those were their team names, and as long as they didn't care, you didn't either.

You blew the whistle, and the match began with a messy serve from Ushijima.

"Goshiki Tsutomu!" Said boy eagerly went to receive the ball, but ended up tripping. You rushed to his aid and set him back on his feet, assessing his body for injuries. He was fighting back tears, but insisted that he was fine. "I still want to play!"

"Are you okay?" Yamagata asked, even though he was playing for the other team.

Your heart melted at the simple question. These boys were absolutely adorable.

"It's but a scrape. You'll live." Ushijima stated from his position at the end of the court.

"You talk like an old man!" Tendou pointed and bursted out laughing. "Wakatoshi-kun, you're funny!"

"Don't make fun of my spiker!" Shirabu held out a defensive hand in front of the olive haired boy.

"I don't see what's so funny." Ushijima stated with a straight face.

You chuckled at this back and forth. "I'm going to tend to Goshiki's wounds. You seven can continue playing."

~*~*~

It was nap time and the few who you expected to sleep were fast asleep. The only two awake were Semi and Ushijima, but every now and then you would catch the two of them dozing off.

"Is it okay if I ask to be held?" Ushijima asked, wanting to be spoiled. Truthfully, you probably shouldn't be giving unfair treatment like this, but it was happening anyways.

"If it will help you sleep." You whispered with a small smile.

"Me too." Semi followed the olive haired boy to your side. Each one took up one arm and laid their heads on your shoulder before sleeping soundly.

You carefully moved to place them next to the others, and right when you did, Tendou perked his head up. "I'm next~" He called out, rushing into your arms. You didn't even know he was awake. The redhead sat in your lap as you rocket him back and forth, waiting for him to doze off. "Baki Baki ni ore~" He began, singing himself to sleep.

~*~*~

"I'll miss you Sensei." Goshiki teared up after learning that he was being forced to part ways with you.

"I'll see you tomorrow, don't worry." You stroked his head before giving him a light hug.

"Can we play volleyball tomorrow too?" Yamagata eagerly asked.

"It was fun." Ohira smiled and nodded in agreement.

"Please khunsider it." Shirabu stated, trying to sound sophisticated like a certain olive haired boy.

"I think you mean 'consider'." Tendou snickered.

"Bye everyone." Kawanishi waved, interrupting their chatter. "I forgot all your names already."

"It's okay. That takes time." You reassured him before sending him off with his guardian.

Gradually, everyone filed out of the building, and only Ushijima was left.

"Are you aware that I am left-handed?" He asked you curiously.

You nodded and gave him a small smile before holding your own hand out. "I'm left-handed too."

His olive eyes widened with excitement. He liked you already. "Please teach me."

You bursted out laughing. "I am your Sensei."