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HITOSHI SHINSOU-
"Sealed Secrets" knight!Shinsou x princess!Reader (multichapter)
-Part 1
IZUKU MIDORIYA-
"Make his day, buy a bouquet!" florist!Izuku x reader
TSUKISHIMA KEI-
"Soft spot"
HINATA SHOUYOU-
"Light in the dark"
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Sealed Secrets
Part 1/?
Synopsis:
Knight!Shinsou x Princess!Reader
A princess, known for her reckless and cheerful nature, and her knight, Shinsou, who is her polar opposite and is stuck always looking out for her safety. There's no way the two could ever get along. Right? However after countless mysterious murders, secrets, and riddles, the princess finds herself being drawn to her knight, and it seems like he's starting to tolerate her too.
Cw: death, fem!reader, slowburn (they hate each other lol), no quirks
Wc: 4.0k
Not beta read!
It was a sunday afternoon when you had just met Archie Wellington, the prince of Solandria. The Wellington family had been visiting your kingdom; your families had decided to have the two of you wed to ensure peace between Solandria and Hortensia after many years of war.
As much as you hated the idea of being wed to a stranger, you had to admit- Archie wasn't all that bad, especially compared to some of your other suitors. He was sweet and most important of all respectful, quite handsome as well; With his sleek blonde hair and dazzling brown eyes that crinkled when he smiled, he had a certain charm. And although it seemed that neither of you wanted a romantic relationship, Archie was most likely your best option for a somewhat happy marriage, you thought.
That was, of course, before the maids had found him dead in the guest room the next morning.
It was a surprise for everyone. Just the evening before the prince was alive and well.
The two royal families were dining together and discussing the upcoming wedding, After multiple generations of war between the kingdoms, the two rulers had agreed to make peace. And since both royal offsprings were approximately the same age, the decision to wed them was made.
Now, you werenât the royal heir so you knew that you would be âgiven awayâ in marriage at some point. Non-heir princesses were often married off to princes, dukes, or other nobles. Since they were not first in line for the throne, their primary role was often seen as forging alliances through marriage.
Of course your brother, the heir, was also expected to marry, but the pressure on him wasnât as heavy; while marriage was important to produce heirs and secure succession, the crown prince had more freedom, he had more leeway in choosing a spouse who aligns with his personal preferences. In your case, however, youâd be married off to whoever your father saw more fit for the kingdom's political situation.
You hated that fact. It truly wasnât fair. You didnât want to marry some stranger, you wanted to fall in love just like in those romance books you loved to read! But clearly that wasnât going to happen.
Archie was far more pleasant than your other candidates for husband; you liked him, sure, but still, you didnât love him. In fact, you didnât even see yourself loving him in the future. He was a decent man, yet he came across as overly proper. His posture was so rigid it seemed as if he had a stick lodged in his back, and his table manners made you feel a bit self-conscious about your own; dear god, what if he was judging your table manners??
He spoke only when addressed and did so with extreme formality. He embodied the very definition of a gentleman. And that wasnât necessarily a bad thing, however he seemed to lack authenticity. It felt as though he had been conditioned by chivalry and etiquette to the point where he no longer could express any thoughts of his own.
Nonetheless, you made every effort to appear polite and gracious throughout the dinner. You were acutely aware of the importance of making a good impression, especially with your mother casting you stern glances that seemed to say, âDonât mess this up.â
âYour Majesty, please do indulge in some of our finest fish! I know seafood is a rarity in Solandria, so please, help yourself to as much as you like. Our seas yield the worldâs best salmon,â your father said cheerfully as the maids set several plates of smoked salmon before the guests. It was evident that he was eager to impress the Solandrian king and queen, who responded with a courteous nod and a smile.
After a few long hours of various dinner courses and the after-dinner music performances- an endeavor your mother insisted upon to impress the guests and showcase your kingdomâs cultural richness- you finally made your way to your chambers.
As much as you loved to indulge in music performances, the constant need to be at your best behaviour had really left you drained.
Thinking back to the performance, it seemed that Prince Archie was quite exhausted as well. His usual rigid posture had softened; he leaned back in his armchair, gripping its edges tightly as the loud music played on. His eyebrows were slightly furrowed and his complexion appeared paler than usual.
Still, he was hiding his discomfort quite well, better than you at least. The only reason you had noticed his unease was because you had been staring at him for the past ten minutes, trying to decide if you were willing to have children with him or not; honestly, with his looks itâd be a shame not to.
It was quite strange that you hadnât made eye contact yet, given your intense staring.
You let out a sigh, pushing thoughts about your soon-to-be husband from your mind as you prepare for bed. Once nestled beneath the soft covers, you wish your ladymaid goodnight and gradually drift off to sleep.
It was at breakfast when you learned of the unfortunate news: the prince of Solandria had died some time at night. The physician had stated that the cause of death was illness. Of course, the Wellingtonâs were devastated- their son showed no signs of illness and now heâs suddenly dropped dead. In response to their grievance the physycian only explained that the illness was one of which heâd never seen, and recommended the king impose a quarantine to prevent further deaths until apothecaries and herbalists could discover a remedy.
You feel a chill run down your spine at the thought of an unknown illness sweeping through the kingdom. Not to mention the quarantine. That could mean isolation for everyone, including you and your family. The mere idea filled you with dread; your freedom to step outside the palace was already incredibly limited, and now you might be confined to your room for weeks.
Your father nodded gravely at the physicianâs suggestion, his expression serious and contemplative. By that afternoon, a quarantine was officially ordered. Guards would be stationed at every door to ensure no one could leave, and meals would be delivered directly to each family member's quarters.
The Wellingtons announced their intention to depart the following day, instructing that their carriage be prepared by then. It was understandable; their sole purpose for visiting had been to arrange their sonâs wedding, and now he was no more. It was no surprise they wished to return home as swiftly as possible.
The whole situation was surreal to you. You were unsure of how to feel. You felt horrible for the prince and his family, of course, but you hadnât known him that well. Grieving for someone you hardly knew felt strange.
You couldn't help but feel a pang of guilt over your lack of intense sadness and care for the prince. He had been kind to you, he'd never done anything wrong to you, and yet here you were, struggling to feel a deep sense of sorrow for his passing. It wasn't that you didn't care at all, no, you did. But you felt that your reaction should be stronger, given that he was supposed to be your husband.
With a deep sigh, you lie down on your bed, feeling a sense of resignation. No one need know the true extent of your feelings, or lack thereof. You could just act devastated and everything would be fine. It wouldn't matter what you truly felt. Besides, given the quarantine, no would even see you for the next few weeks exept your lady-in-waiting.
The thought of being completely alone for the upcoming weeks was less than appealing. You stood up from the bed, and, hoping to find some distraction, moved briskly to the bookshelf, scanning the spines of books in search of something to cure your boredom.
You selected a book at random, hoping that the pages would provide some much-needed respite.
After what seemed like hours of reading, you just couldn't take it anymore. You needed to get out of here somehow. The maid had just brought you dinner, which you didnât really feel like eating. In a few hours the maid would return to clear your meal and prepare you for bed. Thatâs when it struck you: nowâs a window of time when no one would check on you, roughly four hours. The guards stationed outside your door offered no means of escape, the window howeverâŠ
You gently untied the long silk bed sheets from her bedpost, carefully knotting them together into a sturdy rope. Your fingers trembled slightly. Once secure, you looped the makeshift ladder over the windowsill.
Taking a deep breath, you slipped out of her chamber onto the windowsill. The cool night air brushed against your skin as you carefully lowered yourself down, gripping the rope tightly. Below, just within reach, was a large oak tree- its branches sprawling close to the palace wall.
With a final glance back at your room, you began to descend. Once your feet found the first sturdy branch,you slowly eased yourself onto it and untied the knot around your waist.
Halfway down, you paused briefly to listenâno sounds of alarm or footsteps. Heart pounding in your chest, you continued until your feet touched the soft grass outside the palace walls.
You ran towards the hamlet village located just besides the royal palace. You wore one of your simpler dresses, making sure to blend in and not draw too much attention to yourself. This wasnât your first time here, you had visited the village a number of times before and even sneaked some coins to the struggling families.
The village was a great place, probably your favourite place even. It really held a special place in your heart. Everyone there was so warm and friendly, it was as if the whole village was one big happy family.
Everything was simple there, no need for exquisite table manners or polite facades.
Your favourite part though was when the village would gather and dance around the fire and eat all kinds of goods every evening. It was comforting.
After spending some time participating in the dances and having friendly chit-chats with the villagers, you knew it was time to head back to the palace before your maid discovered your absence. Reluctantly saying farewell, you bid the villagers goodnight and made your way back to the royal residence, hoping to return unnoticed.
All was going well- you were practically in your room as you climbed up the bedsheet-rope. That is until a low "ahem" echoed through the silence, breaking your focus. Startled, you glanced down to find a palace guard standing below, the visor of his helmet hiding his visage, but his head unmistakably tilted in your direction.
âOh..haha..good evening sir! I was just..taking a breath of fresh air is all..â
The knight seemed unamused with your cheap excuse. His stoic demeanor signaled that your attempt at nonchalance was far from successful.
"Taking a breath of air, were you, your highness?" The guard's voice was flat, laced with a hint of disbelief. "By scaling down the side of the palace wall?"
There was a moment of silence.
âCould you..maybe..perhaps..keep this a secret?â you said weakly, there wasnât much you could do except beg him.
"And why should I keep this little escapade of yours a secret, my lady? If his royal majesty finds out about this both you and I will get in big trouble. Except for you it would mean a lecture and maybe heightened security, while for me it would mean beheading."
You grimaced at his words, he had every right to rat you out. But maybe you could convince him otherwise..?
âI understand itâs only right for you to report my escape to my father,â you said hurriedly, desperation creeping into your voice. âBut I swear, sir- no one saw me. No one will even suspect I was gone for a few hours. If you keep this secret, I could speak well of you to my father. Convince him to elevate you in rank!â
The knight, however, still seemed unconvinced. He crossed his arms and stared up at you silently.
You sighed deeply before looking at him with pleading eyes,
âJustâŠplease..?This is my chance at freedom. Iâll do anything for you to keep silent.â
The guard's stern expression remained hidden behind the visor, betraying no hint of his thoughts.
The weight of his decision seemed heavy on his shoulders, and he continued to stare in silence.
After a moment of quiet contemplation, his stance subtly shifted and his arms uncrossed. Something about your pleas seemed to strike a chord with him.
Then, without a single word, he suddenly turned and walked away briskly.
What?
Your eyebrows knitted together in confusion.
He just⊠left?
Was that a ânoâ or a âyesâ? Did he want something from you? He hadnât even given his name, so you couldnât tell your father about him. You were left more puzzled than ever. Still, you quickly climbed through the window and hid away your handmade rope just before the maid knocked on your door.
She entered your room, taking note of your untouched dinner. You were lying on your bed, pretending to read a book.
âNo appetite, my lady? I could ask the cook to make you something else, if you wish?â
You simply shook your head. You had stuffed your mouth with all sorts of delicious food at the village. You didnât think you could handle any more.
âNo thank you, Agatha. Iâm not really hungry.â you replied, earning a nod from the woman.
Thatâs how the next few nights unfolded- every evening, the moment your maid dropped off you dinner you would quietly slip out of your window to visit the village. And almost every time, the same guard- Shinsou Hitoshi, as you later learned his name- would catch you again. Each encounter was silent; you would simply nod at each other and then continue on your way.
You were sprawled on the floor when Agatha brought you dinner. In one hand, you held a piece of fabric; in the other, a needle.
âEmbroidery? Have you picked up a new hobby, my lady?â she asked curiously, placing the food on your bedside table.
You let out a bitter laugh. ââPicked upâ is quite an overstatement. The only thing Iâve managed to pick up is this stupid needle, which I cannot for the life of me thread,â you groaned.
âWell, you have plenty of time to learn, princess,â Agatha chuckled softly at your frustration before her expression grew more somber. âIt doesnât seem like the herbalists are close to discovering more about the illness, so youâll have to stay here a while longer.â
You huffed unhappily at her words.
âAre there no updates whatsoever? Absolutely nothing new?â you asked, sitting up from the floor.
âMany of the pigs have started dying,â she replied grimly. âWeâre not quite sure why. I doubt itâs related to the illness, though.â
You sighed quietly before dismissing her.
Your night out went as usual- you had even made some friends at the village through your frequent visits. Dancing, eating, chatting- everything was perfect.
As you were returning home, climbing the rope to your room, your hand suddenly slipped, causing you to lose your grip. You gasped and closed your eyes, bracing for the fall. But it never came. Instead, you felt the cold touch of metal and heard a small grunt.
Your eyes fluttered open to find yourself face-to-face with piercing purple eyes peering at you through the slit of a visor. For a moment, there was only silence. Then, Shinsou carefully placed you back on your feet.
He placed you back on your feet, his grip steady but cautious.
âYou do realize that if I hadnât caught you just then, you would have fallen to your death, right, princess?â he said, his voice tinged with a hint of annoyance.
âOh⊠yes, of course! Thank you for saving me, Sir Hitoshi,â you replied hurriedly, trying to mask your embarrassment.
âYou should stop sneaking out,â he added firmly, his eyes narrowing slightly.
Your eyebrows furrowed in frustration. âWhat?â you exclaimed a bit louder than you intended.
âThis is too risky. Too dangerous. I shouldnât have agreed to keep this secret in the first place,â he said with conviction.
âNo, you canât out me! Iâll go crazy if Iâm stuck in my room all day!â you protested. âThe herbalists are nowhere near finding a cure, and even the pigs are dying off now,â your hands gesticulating your frustration. âIf father finds out about this, Iâll never be allowed out again! No more dancing, singing, or delicious village food cooked with love. Instead, Iâll be stuck with the soulless dinners our so-called cook makes,â you complained bitterly.
You knew that Shisou most likely thought of you as a spoiled noble, who takes things for granted, but at this moment you couldnât care less about what he thought of you.
The moment you finished your sentence, his head snapped sharply toward you.
âWait, you donât eat your dinners?â he inquired, his tone cautious.
âUh... no? I usually eat dinner at the village,â you shrugged, confused as to why this was relevant to your conversation.
âAnd all leftovers go to the pigs, correct?â
âI think so, yes,â you replied, still puzzled by where he was going with this line of questioning.
He nodded to himself and mumbled almost inaudibly, âI had my theories, but this makes senseâŠâ
âHuh? What are you even talking about?â you said, feeling a bit annoyed at his crypticness.
âSay, princess,â he continued, âif the quarantine was to be lifted, you wouldnât have to sneak out anymore, right? I wouldnât have to deal with you anymore?â
âI..yes? I suppose so?â you responded, a little offended but more surprised by the question itself.
He nodded again and then walked away quietly, murmuring something under his breath. You stood there flabbergasted, watching him go, your mind trying to make sense of the conversation you just had.
The next morning, you were surprised when Agatha told you to go to the main hall. Seeing your confused face, she shrugged. âA knight has asked for the royal familyâs immediate attention.â
Huh?
You immediately thought of Shinsouâs words from last night. Was he going to tell the king about your escapes? Or was this about something else?
Trying not to overthink it, you quickly got dressed and headed to the main hall.
Your parents were already sitting on their thrones, regal and composed, while your brother entered right after you did. Once everyone was ready, your father nodded to a purple-haired knight to come forward.
âI sincerely hope that the matter is indeed important, seeing as we are risking our health at this moment,â he said with a hint of impatience.
âOf course, Your Majesty. I believe I have discovered something you will find useful.â When you heard the knightâs voice, you realized it was indeed Shinsou Hitoshi. You had never seen him without his helmet, and you had to admit: he was quite good-looking. Unruly indigo locks fell over his forehead, partially obscuring his eyes. The dark shadows beneath his eyes accentuated the sharp, angular features of his face-likely a result of his night duties. High, angular cheekbones framed by a few stray strands of hair added to the intensity of his gaze.
You felt your cheeks heat up when his eyes met yours; his expression was still mostly inscrutable.
Why was he so hot???
Shinsou cleared his throat again, his gaze steady and unwavering.
âThere are two things I wanted to tell you. FirstâI believe there is no illness. Secondâthere is a chance that someone has been trying to harm the princess.â
A collective gasp echoed through the hall, low murmurs spreading among the gathered knights and servants. Your eyes widened at his words.
What was he on about?
âElaborate,â commanded the King, his voice edged with skepticism.
Shinsou nodded solemnly.
âI have a suspicion that the cause of the Solandrian princeâs death was a severe allergic reaction, not an illness. Most likely, he was allergic to fish but was unaware of his intolerance, as he had never experienced such symptoms before. I am confident that if we ask the maids and butlers, they will confirm that the prince showed signs of an allergic reaction shortly before his death. Conversely, there are no signs of a contagious disease spreading among others. If it had been an illness, I believe we would see at least some additional cases or fatalitiesâyet none have arisen.â
The King turned toward the royal physician, seeking confirmation.
âI... I suppose that could be a possible reason for his death,â the physician admitted hesitantly. âQuite... likely, actually.â
Your fatherâs expression darkened. âSo, what you are telling me is that you suggested a quarantine to be ordered simply because you didnât think of checking other possible causes?â he said, gritting his teeth. His tone was sharp, clearly displeased.
The physician nervously fiddled with his hands and lowered his gaze, clearly uncomfortable under the scrutiny.
Your fatherâs gaze shifted back to Shinsou and he signaled for him to continue.
âAs for the princess,â Shinsou began carefully, âI believe someone has attempted to poison her. The sudden series of deaths among the pigs has nothing to do with any âillnessâ. The princess has not been eating dinner for the past few days, and if Iâm not mistaken, all the leftovers are fed to the pigs. If there was poison in the food, it would explain why most of the pigs are unwell. To confirm this theory, I suggest the physicians perform a necropsy on the deceased animals or test their blood samples for toxins.â
He paused briefly, meeting the kingâs eyes with calm confidence. âThis way, we can determine whether foul play is involved and take appropriate action.â
The hall fell into a tense silence as everyone considered his words. Your father looked thoughtful.
âAnd how do you know that the Princess has not been eating dinner, Sir?â the Queen suddenly inquired, her voice sharp with suspicion.
Your eyes immediately met Shinsouâs, a look of desperation flashing across your face. He was going to tell on you. He was going to tell them about your sneak-outs. There was no way he wouldnâtâespecially when your mother was questioning him so directly.
Shinsouâs gaze shifted back to the Queen, calm and composed.
You bit your lip, heart pounding as you anxiously waited for his next words.
âI overheard two of the maids worrying about it, Your Majesty,â he said smoothly, a subtle smile playing on his lips.
You blinked in surpriseâhe had lied to the Queen to protect you. You hadnât expected him to do that, you felt a flicker of gratitude.
Shinsouâs eyes flickered to yours again, offering a barely perceptible ghost of a smile. You responded with a quick, grateful look.
After a moment of silence, the King finally spoke.
âThank you for your input, Sir Hitoshi. The information youâve provided will help us determine our next course of action. I believe itâs fitting to reward your loyalty.â He paused briefly before continuing. âTherefore, I promote you to Guard Knight of the Princess. If someone truly is trying to harm her, I trust that you will be able to protect her.â
What..?
You sharply turned your head towards your father with an unhappy look.
You didnât need a personal guard! You were certainly fine as you were, you didnât need Shinsou following your every step.
Shinsou bowed his head respectfully, a modest smile touching his lips, but you could see his eye twitch with annoyance.
âThank you, Your Majesty. I will do my utmost to fulfill my duties and ensure the princessâs safety.â
Ugh. What a disaster.
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he told you he didnât need sunscreen. said it like it was obvious. like he wasnât spending half the day diving across hot sand with his shirt off.
yaku walks out of the bathroom with a towel low on his hips, hair damp, skin flushed and radiating heat. he doesnât say anything at first. just crosses the room, jaw tight, arms stiff at his sides.
he smells faintly like strawberry mojito. your shower gel. the one he pretends not to like but still uses when heâs sore and sun-tired. it lingers behind the steam, sharp and sweet.
youâre already sitting on the edge of the bed, aftersun jar open beside you. he doesnât ask. just turns around and waits.
his back is bad â deep red across the shoulders, uneven where the sun hit hardest. the kind of burn that makes even a shirt unbearable.
you rub the lotion between your palms and touch him carefully. he stiffens at first. winces.
âouch,â he mutters.
âi know.â
he doesnât complain again.
you work in silence, smoothing the cream across his back, down his sides, careful around the worst spots. he shifts once when your thumbs brush the his deep-red shoulder. otherwise, he doesnât move.
the air smells like sugar and lime and heat. his skin slowly cools under your hands.
when you finish, you donât pull away right away. you let your hand rest flat between his shoulder blades. his breathingâs slowed. his shoulders have dropped.
he turns his head slightly. doesnât look at you, just says, quiet:
âyouâre good at taking care of me.â
you donât answer. just slide your hand down, light, careful, and press a kiss to the space between his shoulders â burned and lotion-slicked and warm.
he lets you. says nothing. just sits there with you, still smelling like strawberries and mint, like he didnât mean to need this but doesnât want it to end.
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This.
Since we're all gonna die, there is one more secret I feel I have to share with you-
I did not care for Dabi.
Light in the dark
Synopsis: you never really had friends until Hinata showed up. But getting scared of the unfamiliar warmth you push him away.
Cw: nb!reader (however reader is described a nos 'pretty'), reader is dense, mutual pining but it might seem one-sided, misunderstanding, strangers to friends to lovers, angst, hurt/comfort, fluff, Hinata might be a bit ooc at the end.
Wc: 2.3k
Not beta read!
You were a genius, excelling effortlessly in every subject, acing all your exams with ease, answering every question correctly, and turning in your homework well before deadlines.
That was initially why he asked you to tutor him (well it might have been because of his crush on you as well). You were Hinataâs classmateâ pretty, a bit quieter than most, and hella smart. So he was understandably a bit nervous when he walked up to your desk. His cheeks flushed as he cleared his throat and asked if you could help him understand some of the material for the upcoming exam. When you looked up at him and gave a brief, curt nod his heart pounded a little faster.
That was the beginning of your study sessions. Twice a week, after school or during free periods, you met up at the quiet corner of the library and you would help him with his studies.
Now, of course Hinata was grateful for your help, but he found it surprisingly hard to concentrate on the lessons rather than on your faceâyour calm expression, the way your eyes focused intently on the book or notes in front of you. But after you gave him a good smack on the back of his head for not paying attention, he tried much harder to actually listen to your explanations.
As the weeks went by, your study sessions became a regular part of Hinataâs routine. He started to look forward to themânot just because he was eager to talk to you more, but because he wanted to actually improve his grades and make you proud, impress you. You were patientâ well, mostly patientâexplaining concepts in a way that made even the most confusing topics seem manageable. Hinata found himself enjoying your company a lot. He started noticing how your eyes lit up when you finally saw him understand something new. How your voice softened when you explained a tricky problem. And despite his initial nervousness, Hinata found himself relaxing around you more and more. He even started sitting next to you during lunch. You didnât talk much, but he didnât mind filling the silence himself. Sometimes heâd ramble about volleyball, trying to share his passion, maybe impress you with all his tricks. He even invited you to come see his practice matches. You always nodded along and if he got really lucky you would smile at a joke he cracked.
So, It was safe to say that Hinata considered you a friends.And deep down, he hoped that maybe, just maybe, you thought of him as more than just a student needing help
One afternoon, after a particularly long session on calculus, Hinata packed up his things slowly, rubbing the back of his head where you had given him a gentle but firm slap earlier.
âThanks for helping me,â he grinned, âI really appreciate it.â
You looked up from your notes and offered a small, rare smile. âNo problem. Just donât forget the formulas. Iâm going to give you a quiz next weekâ.
Hinata chuckled nervously, scratching the back of his neck. âYeah⊠Iâll try my best.â, he hesitated again before speaking.
âHey⊠um⊠do you wanna grab some snacks or something? My treat!â
You blinked a few times, your face expressionless, before responding,
âWe just ate though.â
Hinataâs face fell slightly, but he quickly recovered with a sheepish smile. âOh⊠right. Yeah, I guess thatâs true.â
For the smartest person in the library, you were astonishingly dense when it came to certain social cues or obvious hints. And sure, Hinata had encountered very dense people beforeâhe saw Kageyama every day, after all. And he wasnât the sharpest tool in the shed himself. But your level of obliviousness completely baffled him.
âYâknow, If I could choose anyone to be my teacher forever, itâd be you. Youâre so cool and smart and awesome!â he says, trying to fill the awkward silence you didnât seem to notice. He gestures animatedly, trying to make his words feel natural, but there's a hint of nervousness behind his enthusiasm. His eyes sparkle with admiration, though he remains blissfully unaware of the subtle reactionâor lack thereofâfrom his tutor.
âThank you but I sincerely hope that you wonât be needing a tutor for that long.â You simply shrugged.
Now Hinata was as stubborn as he was determined, and that meant he wasnât giving up on trying to ask you out. You hadnât exactly rejected him, so he still had a chance, right?
The next day, Hinata arrived a little later than usual, a bright smile stretched across his face, eyes sparkling with enthusiasm. He calls out your name as he spots you at your usual table, earning a threatening look from the librarian. He completely ignores her, his steps were light and eager as he made his way toward your usual table. He fidgeted slightly with his sleeve, trying to contain his excitement.
You greet him as he sits down next to you.
âHi! Sorry Iâm a bit late. Also did you hear thereâs a new movie coming out this weekend? I happen to have two tickets for it!â He says all in one breath, almost radiating in excitement. His voice was loud enough to turn a few heads, but he paid no mind.
You gave him a smile, barely noticeable, âI see. I hope you have fun with the friend youâre going with.â
Hinata blinked several times in confusion, tilting his head slightly as if trying to process what you just said.
âFriend? Wha- No, I meantâ Ah, nevermindâŠâ
He hesitated for a moment before realizing it was too late; you had already opened your textbooks and turned your attention back to studying, leaving Hinata sitting there with a slightly awkward expression.
The sun had long dipped below the horizon, casting a soft twilight over the school grounds. The air grew cooler as you both stepped outside, your footsteps echoing softly on the pavement..Your study session had stretched out for longer than usual and it was getting dark already. Hinata looked up at the sky before glancing at you with a soft smile.
âThe moon is really beautiful today, huh?â he said softly, trying to sound casual. He mentally cringed at how cheesy it sounded but hoped maybe youâd finally catch on.
You looked up as well, tilting your head slightly. After a moment of silence, you shrugged lightly, âSeems the same as always to me.â
âAhaha.. yeah, I guess youâre right..Hey, arenât you cold? Let me give you my jersey!â
âNo need, I have a jacket in my bag.â You shook your head gently, reaching into your bag to pull out your jacket.
Hinata sighed deeply, a faint frown crossing his face as he looked down at his shoes. His shoulders sagged just slightly. He had been trying so hard all day to get your attention, to find some way to make you see how much he liked you.
Maybe⊠maybe you just werenât interested after all.
He forced a bright smile again and nodded cheerfully before waving at you as you parted ways.
That was the moment he started growing distant. The change was subtle at first, almost easy to overlook..
As you entered the classroom, you glanced around, expecting to hear Hinataâs voice call out your name while he cheerfully waved as usual, but he was already seated at his desk, head down, eyes focused on his notebook.
During lunch, the lively chatter and shared jokes that once filled your table were replaced by silence, before he stopped sitting next to you at the empty cafeteria table altogether.
When break time came, you instinctively reached for your wallet and looked toward the vending machine, expecting him to offer to buy you juice like he always did. But he didnât. Instead, he simply stayed in his seat, fixed on his phone or talking to his other classmates.
The most noticeable shift was in your study sessions. Once a regular routine where Hinata eagerly arrived early, now was missing. The last few times, he was nowhere to be seen when you arrived.
The first time it happened you reached out with a âwhere are you?â message to which he responded with Volleyball practice is taking longer today, wonât make it today. Sorry :( â.
Hinata always made an effort to be there; that was unusual.
A few days later, another message appeared:
âCanât come today.â It was brief, almost dismissive.
And then it turned into no response to your texts at all. No explanations. You stared at your phone, feeling a mix of worry and confusion. Have you done something wrong? Was he avoiding you? You sighed softly, glancing at the empty chair across from you in the study corner.
You were never good at expressing your feelings. You were always quiet, closed off, cold, never really speaking your mind. It took a long time for you to open up to someone, and most people didnât have the patience for that. Thatâs why you didnât really have friends. Most days, you moved through school like a ghost in the background. You had a few acquaintancesâpeople who said hi in passing or shared notesâbut no one you could really call a friend. Not someone you could confide in or lean on when things got tough.
That was until Hinata appeared. Bright-eyed, eager to talk, quick to smileâeven when others might have ignored him. He didnât seem to mind your quietness; instead, he seemed to see past it. He approached you without hesitation, always trying to include you in conversations or activities. His genuine kindness was something you werenât used to, and at first, it made you uncomfortableâlike an unfamiliar warmth that you didnât quite know how to handle.
You still struggled to find the right words sometimes. When classmates asked about your weekend or how you felt about a test, youâd respond with a quiet shrug or a simple nod. But Hinata always listened patiently, never rushing you.
it took time for you to trust him with even small things. Yet somehow, he never pushed too hard or made you feel pressured. Somehow, you grew to like him.
He became more than just someone who sat beside you in class or helped with homework; he became the reason why maybe someday, opening up wouldnât be so terrifying after all.
Except now he was gone. Did he grow tired of you just like everyone else did? You feared everything would go back to how it was beforeâliving in the shadows, avoiding conversations, hiding behind silence because it was easier than risking rejection or pain.
You took a deep breath and tried to gather your thoughts. Inside, you battled conflicting feelingsâfear of losing him forever and hope that somehow, things could be fixed. You wanted to understand why he leftâand if there was any chance to bring him back.
You stood up from your seat at the library and headed straight to the gym.
Confrontation was never your strongest quality, but you couldnât risk losing the only person who cared for you.
Your heart pounded in your chest as you pushed open the door, each step feeling heavier than the last. Tears started dwelling in your eyes, you tried blinking them away. Your mind was racing, trying to figure out what went wrong, trying to remember what you could have said to upset him. Did you push him away without meaning to? Did you do something that offended him?
You didnât realize that you were already walking up to the gym until the door swung open, causing you to snap out of your thoughts.
Hinata's eyes met yours as his smile faltered. The silence stretched between you two before he finally spoke, his voice quiet,
âWhyâwhy are you here?â
You swallowed hard, trying to find the right words.
âBecause I donât want to lose you.â
There was another long pause of silence but you forced yourself to continue,
âWhy did you leave meâŠ?â Your voice trembled slightly, but your gaze stayed steady. This really wasnât easy for youâfar from itâyet this moment felt necessary.
Hinata looked away for a second, his jaw tightening as he struggled with his own feelings. The air between you was thick. He looked back at you, his expression guilty.
âI⊠I thought I was bothering you,â he admitted softly, his voice trembling. âI thought you didnât want me near you anymore. So I⊠I left because I didnât want to be a burden.â
His eyes searched yours, seeking some sign of understanding.
You took a step closer, your voice gentle,
âI just⊠I didnât know how to tell you how much you mean to me. And I was scared of losing youâso scared that I might have pushed you away without even realizing it.â
You paused, feeling the weight of everything you needed to say. âPlease donât think I donât care. Because I doâmore than anything.â
Hinata took a slow, hesitant step forward, his eyes fixed on yours.
âI never wanted to hurt you. I just⊠I was scared too. Scared of losing what we had, scared of being too much.â His voice cracked slightly.
You both stood there for a moment longer, holding onto each otherâs gaze.
Then, almost instinctively, you both spoke at the same timeâ âIâm sorry.â
Hinataâs expression mirrored your shock. For a moment, neither of you moved.
Suddenly, Hinataâs face broke into a soft, nervous smile. Without thinking, he stepped forward and wrapped his arms around you in a gentle hug. You felt his warmth and hesitated for just a second before returning the embrace.
He let out a surprised chuckle, a sound that was both nervous and relieved. âWow,â he whispered softly into your hair. âGuess weâre both sorry⊠maybe thatâs a good place to start.â
A/n: Yes the name is a reference to Luxiem đ€
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010. shoelaces, coolers, and umbrellas â akaashi keiji.
wc: 0.5k cw: gn!reader. akaashi keiji is a helpful man <3 a/n: i hate when people forget akaashi is canonically weird, but at the same time i have a specific vision of him in my head that i cant let go of. i hope you enjoy <3 requested by @thewhispersofthewaves
itâs the last evening of a week-long joint training camp between nekoma and fukurodani. the gym smells like floor polish and sweat, volleyballs scattered across the floor, jerseys sticking to backs. the air is thick with noise â lev yelling across the court, bokuto celebrating after a spike, yamamoto getting scolded for the third time for trying to show off.
youâre used to it by now. half manager, half unofficial peacekeeper. you refill water bottles, tape fingers, make sure no one forgets their knee pads or their dignity. itâs been nonstop since morning, but you donât mind. not really.
youâve been exchanging glances with fukurodaniâs setter all week. not on purpose. itâs just that every time you look up, heâs already looking your way. akaashi is quiet. efficient. a little weird. the only one who hasnât added to the chaos. he thanks you every time you pass him a towel. always bows a little deeper than necessary.
you catch him watching you when you scold yamamoto for throwing a water bottle at kenma. you donât say anything.
later, you trip over your own shoelace near the bench.
heâs there before you can blink, already crouching, already steadying you and double-knotting your laces.
"you were due for that," he says.
you flush. "are you calling me clumsy?"
"iâm calling it a statistical inevitability."
you laugh, flustered. he smiles (barely, but it counts).
by the time practice winds down, most of the boys have already vanished into the locker rooms. the gym quiets. youâre packing up the med kit alone when footsteps approach.
"need a hand?" akaashi asks.
you blink up. "iâm okay. just wrapping up."
he crouches beside you anyway, folding ice packs into the cooler without needing instruction. you pack in comfortable silence.
rain begins to hammer against the windows.
you glance up. "great. i didnât bring an umbrella."
he zips his duffle. then, without a word, pulls out a compact black umbrella and presses it into your hand.
"but youâll get soaked."
"iâve got a hoodie."
you hesitate. then take it, fingers brushing his.
"thanks, akaashi."
"anytime."
you both move to the entrance. the gym lights flicker behind you, the last echo of sneakers fading. rain pours in sheets now, wind tugging at loose strands of your hair.
he stands beside you, not quite touching. close enough.
"do you want to wait it out?" he asks.
you shake your head. "better to go now, before it gets worse."
you shift your bag, glance up at him. "thanks for earlier. for the shoelaces. and the cooler."
"youâre always doing something for everyone else," he says. "itâs easy to want to help."
you donât know what comes over you, but before your nerves can catch up, you lean up and press a kiss to his cheek. soft. quick.
he goes still. then â a beat later â he meets your eyes. his gaze softens.
"...that was nice," he says quietly.
you smile, tugging the umbrella open. "guess youâll have to keep helping me, then."
he watches you step into the rain.
and even with the wind pulling at your sleeves â you swear you feel his warmth linger, just behind you.
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