Where there is Love (Asahi x Reader)

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The battle started strong, in Karasuno's favour. The game started with a quick from Kageyama and Hinata but they were quick to switch it up with Hinata as a decoy and Asahi taking the spike. This continued with a three-point lead until Nekoma called their first timeout. However, when they got back from the timeout, I noticed a change in the blockers. Instead of blocking the ace, they were dedicated to Hinata. I felt my anxiety rise as their number 7 began to keep pace with our movements. Their setter, who I knew was Kenma, was throwing the boys for a loop. With clever deceptive tricks and a keen eye, it was never obvious what he was going to do. Soon enough, Nekoma was ahead of Karasuno. Their receives were excellent and it was obvious that everyone on their team was constantly thinking, especially their setter. They won the set with a block to Hinata's quick. I wish I could say it was a shock but their number 7 was quite fast and had gotten used to the quick.

The second set was rough. Number 7 was on Hinata like honey on a fly. Anyone else would have felt completely discouraged but a smile remained on his face as he worked even harder on the court to find a solution. It wasn't working though. Despite the loss of points, the team remained supportive of Hinata, giving him this time to grow.

The second set was filled with a lot of back and forth from both sides. Hinata and Kageyama learned to adjust their quick while Nekoma brought out new tricks to throw us off some more. The set came to match point for Nekoma with a chance ball for us. The ball was set perfectly for the deviant quick but Nekoma's setter dug it out at the last second, giving them the win. It didn't stop there, however. The two teams played each other for hours on end until the sun went down. If it was up to Hinata, they would play more but Nekoma had to leave to go home. The two teams gathered for a meeting with the other coaches and I walked with Coach Ukai, Takada-sensei, and Kiyoko towards the other team. I flashed the boys a smile as I walked past them and gave them a thumbs up. After the talk between the two teams, we all helped clean up.

Outside, we could see how the two teams got along. Tanaka and Yamamoto became best buds after talking to each other for a bit. Not entirely sure what they bonded over but Kiyoko and I were sneezing whenever the two were beside each other. The intensity between Coach Ukai and the other coaches was so strong it was almost funny, but they were squeezing each other's hands so hard, I thought they might break. The same situation was occurring with the captains.

"Daichi, don't be immature. Be nice." I called from behind him. Either he didn't hear me or he was ignoring me because the contest between the two went on. I think it was the latter option.

"Hey, y/n." Asahi came up beside me.

"Hi, Asahi. You played really well today, good job." I smiled up at him while he drank his water.

"We still lost though. I need to get a lot better if I am going to be called the ace." The determination on his face was admirable and I couldn't help but think how cute he looks.

"Of course Mr. Ace. Now walk me home. I am sure my dad has something nice set up for dinner now that the training camp is done." I linked my arm with his and waved goodbye to everyone.

"Bye y/n-san, bye Asahi." The team yelled at us as we left. The walk back was quiet. I imagined he was tired and didn't want to speak to me. It was a comfortable silence though, I felt rather content in his presence. When we reached my house Asahi looked ready to say goodbye but before he could I pulled him up the driveway.

"Hi, I'm home! I brought a guest too."

"Nee-chan! How was volleyball? Did they win the practice match? Who is the guest? Ashai!" Ryu, energetic as always came rushing down the stairs with his questions.

"Hi Ryu-Kun, how are you?" Asahi asked as he came down to hug us.

"I'm good! I have done my volleyball practice while you guys were away. I bet I'll be able to win against the both of you soon!" Ryu said excitedly

"That you will, Ryu. For now, let them enter the house before you attack them." Dad said as he came out of the kitchen. "Hi hun, and hello Asahi, how was the training camp?"

"Hi Mr. L/n, the training camp was good, it was our first time playing as a team and it's going to be interesting to see how we grow from here."

"I'm glad to hear it. I can't wait to watch you guys play one day." My father smiled at him. "Are you staying for dinner? I made a lot of food and you are always welcome." Asahi looked hesitant to accept and he looked down at me. I nodded up at him.

"Sure, I'll just call my mom first." He stepped outside quickly and I went upstairs to set my bags down and change out of the clothes I had been wearing all day. I quickly pulled on a pair of sweats and a tank top then went downstairs ready to dive into the food. Everyone was already sitting so I was the last to come in and sat beside Asahi. We all spent dinner laughing and conversing. My father and Asahi got to know each other better while Ryu and I argued over the last pieces of food. Since Dad had cooked, I offered to clean up and Asahi offered to help me. Dad and Ryu moved to the living room to watch a movie while Asahi and I moved around the kitchen together and cleaned up. Despite his large size, he was easy to maneuver around. We moved together quite easily, it seemed we knew what the other was about to do making cleaning go a lot faster. We finished rather quickly and as I dried the last of the dishes, I turned to him.

"Are you gonna stay and watch a movie with us?"

"I don't know, I kinda feel like I am intruding. Don't you want to spend time with them alone?" He asked as he finished the last dish in the sink.

"It's nice having you around. They both really like you. It's not often that I bring friends home. I was really focused on volleyball and school, making sure I had good grades and was the best on the court. I had friends on my team but they more teammates than actual friends. I barely keep in touch with them. You are my first close friend." I said to him then went to put the dish away. He had stopped moving and was staring at me.

"What?" I asked, suddenly feeling a little self-conscious

"I'm glad I met you." He said with a smile "Okay, I'll stay. Not for long though." He then walked to the living room. My face flushed thinking back to the smile he had given me. I shook my head and ran my fingers through my hair before entering the living room. I took a seat beside Asahi on the big couch and we all watched the movie together. It was some family comedy. It was quite funny and had all of us laughing. At one scene, Asahi laughed particularly hard and I turned to look at him. He really was handsome, especially with the big smile and his face lit up from his laughter. I smiled a little to myself before turning back to the screen.

When the movie finally finished, I walked Asahi to the door while dad and Ryu said their goodbye's from their spots on the couch.

"Thanks for staying today, it was nice hanging out with you like this," I said leaning against the wall while he put on his shoes.

"Yea, your family is great. You have yet to meet my mom. You should come over sometime." He stood and smiled down at me.

"That would be nice." I smiled up at him as silence fell between us. We remained there for a few moments just looking at each other until Asahi cleared his throat.

"I should get going." He said and he pulled his bag over his shoulder.

"Yea, umm, I'll see you on Monday." He waved at me, shouted goodbye to my family, then was out the door. I locked it behind me then went to say goodnight to my family. I went upstairs, took a long bath then lay in bed thinking about a certain handsome guy with a man bun until I fell asleep.