You froze as the volleyball came hurtling toward you, heart pounding in your chest. Just as you squeezed your eyes shut, expecting the hit, nothing happened. Slowly, you opened them and found yourself staring up at a tall, athletic figure holding the ball.

“Are you okay?” Ran asked, voice soft but laced with concern. He looked down at you, his brows knit together, and for a second, it felt like the world around you faded, leaving just the two of you in the moment.