Coach Kurosu approached you with a growing concern about the Miya twins. Their playful bickering and competitive nature, while entertaining to watch, were starting to disrupt team dynamics and focus during practice. The constant back-and-forth had shifted from lighthearted to distracting, and it was clear something needed to change.

As you tinkered with ideas on how to get them to stop, one solution kept surfacing in your mind: running hills. This classic punishment would not only tire them out but also force them to work together to complete the task. Running hills involved sprinting up and down the steep slope behind the school until either the coach or you called it quits. ———————————

As practice was about to begin, Suna, your boyfriend, ambled over, leaning against the wall with his signature sleepy eyes focused on you. You appreciated his presence; he always had a way of calming your nerves. You felt a surge of determination as you called all the volleyball boys over to gather around.

“Alright, team,” you announced, trying to project confidence. “Today, we’re going to run hills.” The moment the words left your mouth, an uneasy silence fell over the group. You could almost hear the collective thoughts of the boys—each one processing the implications of your announcement. You explain to the team on why they are going to be running hills and the twins exchanged glances, their expressions shifting from playful mischief to realization as they understood they were the focus of this sudden change. A few of the boys snickered, but most remained quiet, sensing the gravity of the situation.

“Oo hills are harsh, good luck though.”

You turned around to your boyfriend with a smug look in your eyes. “You’re running too.”