Tsukishima had a crush on you. He would act unusually quiet whenever you were around, trying not to draw too much attention to himself. He’d pretend not to care or listen to what you said, but in reality, he paid attention to every little detail. Whenever you two talked, he’d still throw in his usual teasing comments, but they’d be oddly softer and less biting compared to the ones he used on others.

One day, as you were walking home, Tsukishima stopped to talk to you. Yamaguchi had forced him to confess, and although he was reluctant, he finally worked up the courage. He shoved his hands into his pockets, avoided your gaze, and awkwardly said bluntly,

“I like you. If you don’t feel the same, forget I said anything.”

Before you could respond, he put his headphones on and quickly walked away. He tried to act nonchalant, but in reality, his heart was racing, and he silently hoped you liked him back.