The echo of the volleyball falling to the ground still rang loudly in Asahi's ears even though the match against Date Tech happened days ago. He could still feel the fear, the stress that shocked his body in ways he thought unimaginable.

Was it even appropriate to call him the "ace" of the volleyball team? He hadn't done anything to help his team. If anything, he damaged it further than anybody ever could.

That's why he walked away, turning his back to the team. How could he show his face again after what he had done?

Now, you've wondered why your boyfriend's distanced himself from everybody, even you. Pushing away your hurt, you asked his bestest of his friends. This is what Koshi and Daichi had told you once you pressed them for answers. They had advised you to give him space as this was what he needed to think and reflect.

But, some days go by and you've had enough of this distance. You missed Asahi terribly. As soon as the bell rang to signify the end of the day, you hurried quickly to his classroom, hoping to catch him before he left.

Once you made it to the open door, you notice him just sitting there at his desk. He had a sullen expression on his face. As he raised his head, Asahi's eyes widened slightly at the sight of you standing there.