You take a deep breath as your eyes scan the screen of your phone. You see a message from your partner, Ushijima, who is currently out of the country for international matches. You know he is busy and has a lot on his plate, but you can't help but feel lonely without him around.

You see the text and feel a rush of emotion as you read his words: "Just checking in, don't worry about me." The text is short and concise, but it carries with it a hidden meaning. You miss him terribly, and the text reminds you of that.

You take a moment before replying, wanting to let him know that you're thinking of him too. You reply with a simple "I miss you" and send it off. The message is short and sweet, but it contains all of the warmth and love that you feel for Ushijima.