The Introverted Kitten's First Date

Ask, Avarice, And Ameliorate

Sawamura would be difficult to pacify, though he would definitely accept the offer given the chance to help his underclassmen given it wouldn't harm their playing volleyball. Personally, I think it'd be better for Karasuno and hurt our team in future games, since Kenma's easier to distract from volleyball than Hinata. He'd be swooning over him mid-game while Chibi-chan's still hyped up, and that's not good.

But if you ask me? I'd probably still prioritize Kenma enjoying himself over a rivalry between our teams. Besides, if we still win, that'd be even better to rub it in their face. Wonder how Kenma'd tease Hinata over it.

The toughest one? Probably Oikawa.

But I did hear that him and Kageyama are making amends. Quite surprising, given their history as setters. They're definitely not friends, to put it lightly, though I think Kageyama may be able to help me convince Oikawa to get his team over here for the training camp.

Under the pretense of just getting stronger, there's no way Oikawa wouldn't be chomping at the bit to put in more effort and work hard to improve. That's just the type of guy he is, according to Sugawara.

Now, why choose these three? It's not like they've got the best ideas.

And that's exactly why. They may not have the best ideas on their own, but with the wide range of roles we could play and influence both Hinata and Kenma, I'd be able to work any problem out. Bokuto's got the most influence on Hinata, Sawamura and I have experience with helping Kenma out (don't ask how Daichi helped. I'm a bit jealous Kenma went to him for advice and not me), and Oikawa's probably dated a ton of people already.

"You're really pushing with this, aren't you? It's a bit selfish. Greedy, even."

"Coach, you've got something better than that. Avarice is the word to use, and I'm proud of it."

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"Hey, hey, hey! What's up, Kuroo?!" I greet over the phone, holding my phone up to my ear. I don't really care that I'm sweaty, you know? Sure, it's practice, but who cares! We're on break!

"Sup, Bokuto. You know that little Shrimpy, right?" He instantly questions, and I raise an eyebrow, a little confused. Why'd he bring up Hinata of all people? Did something happen to him?

"Yep, he's my favorite student. Why you askin'?" I prompt, leaning against the wall. Sadly enough, Akaashi isn't there to toss me a bottle of water, so I guess I'll have to just get it myself afterwards.

"So, you know Kenma also, right?" Kuroo continues, and I can tell his tone is a little more...what's the word? Interrogamo? Interaction? Interrogation? Interrogative! That's it.

Who's Kenma again?

Oh, wait!

"Uh...he's the setter on your team, right? Kozume?" I tilt my head, even though he can't really see it. "What about him?"

"Well, Bokuto, friend," I hear the slyness in his tone; that's one of the weirder things about him, he almost seemed like he was scheming even though he'd never brought up a single plan to me, "Kenma and your favorite student..." He had a little bit of a suspicious tone, like he was buttering me up.

"They're dating."

Oh. Ah. Well, then.

I'm composed. I'm the ace. I'm the pillar. I...I am tough. Definitely.

Just cause he's dating someone doesn't mean it's a cause for alarm. He's a mature first-year. Independent, kind, loyal, passionate.

And I am okay with this.