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𝓷𝓸𝔀 𝓹𝓵𝓪𝔂𝓲𝓷𝓰 // 𝓹𝓸𝓵𝓪𝓻𝓲𝓼 - 𝓪𝓲𝓶𝓮𝓻
You didn't even try to make any movement. You were still shocked that after spending most of your previous day thinking about how there was a rare chance of ever seeing him or Bokuto again, that he would be inches away, only separated by a sheet of glass.
Akaashi finally made the first move and made his way inside, over to where you were seated.
"Hi," He said. It was obvious he wasn't expecting to see you.
"Hi," You repeated back.
The silence between you two was a little unsettling and felt as though it lasted a little too long. You quickly glanced at your phone, noticing you didn't have much time left on your break. You probably only had enough time for your walk back.
Of course, you thought, you have to leave the moment you see him again.
"I'm sorry, I can't really stay," you said regrettably, "I have to get back to the office."
"Let me walk you," Akaashi responded. It was quick, and you didn't want to deny him. This is what you hoped for without actually realizing it.
"Thank you," You said, nodding at him before heading out the door.
You walked in silence. The only noise that surrounded you was the bustle of the city and the sound of your boots tapping on the ground. Maybe it was easier with people like Bokuto and Kuroo around to get the conversation going. You were anxious to say something, but your nerves were getting the better of you. Your mind was completely blank.
"I'm surprised that we ran into each other," Akaashi eventually said, "I didn't think we'd meet again for awhile, to be honest."
The idea of Akaashi actually wanting to see you again, made you blush. You were lucky the chill from winter also caused your cheeks and nose to flush pink.
"I thought the same thing actually," You said quietly, a little embarrassed you even told him that you were thinking about him.
You peeked up at Akaashi from underneath your lashes, hoping he wouldn't notice. He stared straight ahead, the look on his face seemed serious and calm. He wasn't wearing his glasses this time, and you could see his blue eyes perfectly. You were still amazed at how flawless he looked.
"I'm sorry I don't have much to say right now," He let out a small laugh, "It's probably because I'm nervous."
He rubbed the back of his neck, trying not to look at you as he spoke. By how composed Akaashi seemed to be, you would have never guessed he was nervous this entire time.
You tried to laugh a little to ease the tension, "Why would you even be nervous?"
He hesitated a bit before answering you.
"I - I thought you were pretty when we met," You could start to see a light pink tint his cheeks, "And I wasn't expecting to have another chance to talk to you, even though I wanted to."
Your heart was pounding. Was this really happening to you right now? First Kuroo sending you into a frenzy, and now Akaashi. It was almost too much for you to handle.
You stopped suddenly, realizing you were in front of your building. You really didn't want to have to leave him, especially now.
"This is me," You said, "Thanks again for walking with me."
You weren't exactly sure how to respond to what he had just said. You felt like you were in a dream, and you definitely did not want to wake up from it. Akaashi thought you were pretty. You were convinced you manifested something - but you didn't know how to handle a situation like this.
Before you could turn away from him, Akaashi pulled out his phone and handed it to you.
"So we can see each other again."
You could now hear your heartbeat. You were getting what you wanted, even if it was just a little taste. Akaashi wanted to see you again.
You entered in your number, and carefully handed it back.
He smiled.
"I'll talk to you later."
You watched as he walked off, finally taking a breath. If you weren't in the middle of the sidewalk of a busy street where people could see you, you would literally jump around in excitement.
You rushed into the building and to your desk, trying to maintain your composure. You were going to find it hard to finish any of your work for the rest of the day.
- - - -
When it was finally time to leave, you packed up your things and headed for the front door. It suddenly felt like deja vu seeing Kuroo standing in the lobby. But this time, he was leaning against the reception desk, glancing down at his phone. The light from his screen illuminated the features of his face.
He finally looked up from his phone once he heard your footsteps.
"There you are," You realized the person he was waiting was you.
You shot him a confused look, unsure of the sudden interest in waiting for you. You were used to Kuroo's passes during work, and seeing him the other night was already out of the ordinary.
"You looked a little flustered when you came back today, you okay?" He didn't act like he was concerned, he was more entertained at the idea. You squinted your eyes at him.
It finally clicked. You didn't realize he saw you earlier, and you immediately turned red. How you wished your face didn't betray you every time you became embarrassed over something so little.
"I didn't do anything, did I?" He continued, holding the glass door open for you. You should've known that question was coming. He wasn't asking because he felt sorry, he was asking because he was hoping the answer was yes. As much as you wanted to stroke his ego, all you could do was let out a small laugh.
"No, sorry," You shook your head, smiling at him to minimize the blow you were about to send his way, "Akaashi was kind enough to walk me back today. It was nice."
You stood only a few feet away from each other. The wind nipping at parts of your exposed faces, and strands of your hair brushing to the side.
Kuroo wasn't shy about hiding his feelings. It was written all over his face. You could tell he wasn't expecting that answer, of all things.
"Akaashi? Really?" He rubbed his chin, "I guess I'll be joining you for lunch tomorrow."
You were already making your move to leave before you whipped your head around, "Are you - are you jealous?"
You found it amusing that Kuroo was actually jealous. He smirked, giving you your answer.
