"But.." Atsumu-senpai stopped in front of the newly hung group photo.
There is nothing in Shoyo's eyes; he understands nothing.
To be honest, he had a premonition that if he rushed forward to confess right now, there was a ten-thousand-percent chance he would be rejected, the reason for that rejection would undoubtedly be that she wanted to focus on playing volleyball even more.
It had to be said, Oikawa-senpai's plan was truly very successful; those words hit exactly on the points Hinata cared about most.
You actually know Shoyo..
Osamu had just started to speak when he was interrupted by Atsumu's next earth-shattering remark.
"It's fine, it's fine.." Atsumu-senpai had a smile on his face, as if he were already fantasizing about the future.
“I can teach him slowly.”
The expression on Miya Osamu's face instantly became indescribable.
He slammed the door shut, deciding that out of sight was out of mind when it came to his twin brother.
“You pervert.”
On the first day back at school after the Volleyball Club's vacation ended, Coach Kurosu took the entire volleyball team out for a celebration banquet in honor of their Haruko success.
Besides the pre-arranged okonomiyaki, there was also a sushi cake made together by the Third Years and Miya Osamu.
Haruko champions, Inarizaki—
Long live the two-time champions—
Everyone raised their drinks high and cheered, the shop owner, knowing that the Inarizaki Men's Volleyball Club was celebrating, also sent over quite a lot of meat.
"Meat!" Hinata's eyes lit up.
Anyway, everything he eats will eventually turn into his height and muscle, so he was going to feast today.
The tables in the shop weren't that large; the first years were sitting together with Kita Shinsuke, while Suna and Aran were at the next table.
Coach Kurosu and Coach Omimi were clinking glasses, smiles plastered on their faces.
Anyway, he wasn't the one paying for this meal; it wasn't even being paid for with prize money or club funds.
The ones paying were the current principal and the dean of students at Inarizaki. The two of them were so moved to tears by their matches this year that they offered to pay out of their own pockets to treat the kids to a meal.
It was just a shame that the two of them were away on a business trip to Kobe, so they couldn't join them for drinks.
The head chef of the First Year table, Miya Osamu, glanced at Hinata, who was practically salivating across from him, felt quite good-humored.
Don't rush, it needs to simmer for a little while longer.
Hinata held his chopsticks, looking as if he were poised and ready to dive in at any moment; after Osamu finished speaking, he hurriedly nodded to show that he could wait.
Miya Atsumu, who had squeezed past Rishia to sit beside Hinata, handed him a piece of sushi cake, having thoughtfully cut it into bite-sized pieces for easy eating.
“Shoyo, open wide, say ah—”
Starving, Hinata simply opened his mouth and bit down, his mouth filled with savory sweetness.
Feeling the deliciousness in his mouth, Hinata's eyes lit up.
—It's sea urchin!
"It's delicious!" Hinata leaned toward Miya Atsumu, trying to get another bite.
Miya Atsumu held the plate with his hands, making sure Hinata couldn't reach it himself, then asked softly, "Do you want more?"
Hinata answered decisively, "Yes!"
Atsumu-senpai raised his chopsticks, hesitated for a brief moment, then picked up a piece of salmon, bringing it to Hinata's lips along with the rice that served as the cake base.
Meanwhile, sitting opposite him, Unabara Uta, who was next to Miya Osamu, had already raised his phone and recorded the scene openly.
After sending it to someone, he typed rapidly with an excited expression, the other person quickly replied with several emojis.
Kumagai poked his head over to take a look. "Who is it?"
Unabara replied without even looking up, "Maho."
Kumagai lost interest.
He was in the same class as Maho, Unabara Uta often ran over to see him.
But.. why did Unabara take photos of Atsumu-senpai and Shoyo to show his girlfriend?
Looking at the next table, Aran couldn't help but say, "Is Atsumu-senpai some kind of doting mother chasing after a child to feed them? Shoyo is already so old.."
Moreover, he felt that Atsumu's smile was becoming increasingly sickening, as if he were looking at a pervert.
Akagi shook his head. "Don't worry about it; it's just his personal hobby."
The chef Miya Osamu lifted the lid used to cover the okonomiyaki, sprinkling bonito flakes and sauce, while smoothly flipping the steak on the other side with fluid motions.
He picked up the spatula beside him and cut the okonomiyaki into eight pieces. "Alright, it's ready to eat."
Okonomiyaki!!
Hinata instantly ignored the sweet shrimp Miya Atsumu handed him, focusing all his attention entirely on the plate in front of him.
Miya Osamu personally placed his masterpiece onto everyone's plates before starting on the next round of grilling.
The moment it touched his mouth, Hinata's pupils dilated slightly.
It's delicious! Osamu-senpai, you're amazing!
Rishia Heisuke also exclaimed in wonder, "Oh, delicious."
Osamu-senpai's cooking is just too good.
Hinata devoured the okonomiyaki at lightning speed, then raised his hand again. "Osamu-senpai! I want more!"
Miya Osamu replied with a smile, "I'll make you some yakiniku once you're done with the okonomiyaki."
Tasting the delicious food in his mouth and seeing his guest show a satisfied expression.. he felt incredibly happy.
"How about the Kita Team? Is it to your liking?" He looked toward Kita Shinsuke, who was sitting on his other side.
Kita Shinsuke nodded. "It's delicious, the flavors are very complex, the taste is wonderful. It's the best Okonomiyaki I've ever had."
Miya Osamu was even happier after being praised, his entire being overflowing with blissful joy.
However, he did not forget the meat. Keeping a constant eye on the heat and doneness, he immediately removed the perfectly grilled steaks and divided them into eight equal portions.
Yeah, he would eat two portions himself, one for the First Year and one for the Kita Team, wouldn't give any to Miya Atsumu.
Perfect.
Kita Shinsuke couldn't help but smile.
He, who was usually so stoic in the club, has been showing his emotions more and more frequently in public lately.
The retirement ceremonies for the Third Year students in the Second and Third String had already been held a few days ago, the First String didn't plan on holding a special ceremony this time.
Of course, this was decided through discussion with him, Aran, the others.
As for them, their true retirement was actually tomorrow..
Coach Kurosu's face was slightly flushed from the alcohol, but he remained highly energized.
However, he hadn't actually drunk much; after all, as one of only two adults on this trip, he knew his limits.
He glanced at the children who were still making a ruckus, then looked toward Coach Omimi opposite him and spoke in a low voice.
“The things we ordered before.. have they all arrived?”
Yeah, they've already arrived.
Everything is here, arranged in order.
Coach Omimi placed a box on the ground and then stepped back to give Kita Shinsuke room to come over.
He patted Shinsuke's shoulder. "I'll be counting on you, Shinsuke, for what comes next."
Kita Shinsuke nodded with a smile, "Alright."
Under the Coach's arrangement, the members of the First String and Second String sat on the gymnasium floor, looking up and whispering to the two coaches and the Kita Team.
The other Third Year seniors also stood behind the coaches, watching them with smiles on their faces.
The First Years whispered among themselves, "What's going on?"
A meeting? Or are they handing out prizes?
However, the Second Years were not surprised by this; they could already fully guess what the coaches intended to do.
"Quiet down." Coach Kurosu called for an end to the discussion.
After the entire gymnasium fell silent, he said with a smile, "I called everyone here today to arrange the starting lineup for the 2013-2014 season."
By the way, I'll also announce the upcoming team positions and distribute the new uniforms.
Hinata's eyes lit up, he was visibly excited: "New uniforms!"
Coach Kurosu nodded with a chuckle.
During the time the First String was on a long break, the Second String and Third String also underwent a brief test, he also selected several usable players from the Second String.
However, only they were aware of this selection result for the time being.
The members of the Second String instantly became serious; except for Tokura Yukihito, who had already been selected by the Coach, everyone else couldn't help but clench their fists.
Coach Kurosu opened the folder in his hands under everyone's watchful eyes.
Captain, Number 1, Miya Atsumu.
As soon as those words were spoken, everyone was shocked.
The fact that Miya Atsumu was going to be the Captain was something not everyone in the First String knew, both Unabara Uta and Kumagai showed expressions of shock at the same time.
An ominous premonition arose in their hearts, signaling what would likely be a dark and bleak year ahead.
Miya Atsumu stood up, walking forward with his head held high in front of everyone, took the underlined number 1 jersey from Kita Shinsuke's hands.
Meeting Kita Shinsuke's eyes, Atsumu suddenly felt the weight of the jersey in his hands growing heavy.
Kita raised his hand and lightly patted Miya Atsumu's shoulder: "Atsumu, I'm leaving the future of Inarizaki in your hands."
You have to lead everyone to even greater heights.
Miya Atsumu, who had been feeling a bit self-satisfied about becoming the Captain, felt a sudden sting in his nose.