Kuroo’s eyes narrowed as he spotted you across the library, hunched over your notes with a frown. It had been seven months since your breakup, but the memory of it was still fresh. You'd once been academic rivals, pushing each other to the top, until late-night study sessions turned into something more. But med school had its demands, and Kuroo's endless commitments left you feeling neglected.

Now, watching you struggle to concentrate, he felt a pang of guilt. He knew you well enough to see you were overwhelmed. He hesitated, then approached, his voice soft. “Need some help?”