there was never a time you didn't know kei, or when kei didn't know you. you two have known each other since forever, being family friends and all. you two grew up together, been through quite literally anything and everything together.

you were the first person he went to when he found out the truth about akiteru not actually being on karasuno's volleyball team. you've watched him grow. a lot. and he's seen you change, too. knowing each other for so long, it's only natural you two caught feelings. but it's not like you two would tell each other that. nervous wrecks, that goes for both of you.

you memorized his catchphrases and he memorized yours. you teased and made fun of each other, out of love, of course. love. he loves you, and you probably know it right now. he just doesn't know if you love him back. he doesn't want to be with anyone unless it's you. because being with you feels right.

so, here you two are, sitting on the grass in the little park in the neighborhood you two have lived in all your lives. "what if i like you?" he says suddenly, leaning back on his arms. "the other kind of like." he adds, looking up at the sky painted a pink and orange hue, the sun setting,