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“Let’s break up.”
Hinata winced as he recalls how his Friday had gone. It wasn’t a terrible day, but it certainly wasn’t one he’d look back on fondly. He and his boyfriend – now ex – had gone to the same amusement park where they had their first date to celebrate their anniversary.
It didn’t start well. Hinata had been late, and that immediately put Kageyama in a sour mood. But, to his relief, the park offered plenty of distractions. They rode the extreme roller coasters, screamed until their throats were sore, and competed at every stall. The afternoon had been fun, but of course, that was the plan. Hinata had been the one to organize everything. Kageyama wasn’t the type to put much thought into dates.
Or maybe, Hinata thought with a pang in his chest, he just hadn’t been the right person to plan for.
He shook the thought from his mind. It didn’t matter now. They’re already over. There’s no point thinking about it anymore.
The breakup happened in the afternoon that day, right before they went home. Hinata had taken Kageyama to the exact spot where the setter had asked him out in the first place. A place that held so many memories of their relationship – memories that felt as fleeting as the wind.
Their relationship, although unexpected, had been good. Everyone was so happy for them. They were happy. Kageyama, though socially awkward, had tried his best to show his feelings. And Hinata? He had tried his best to understand Kageyama, memorizing every small quirk, every little habit and gesture.
He would tell stories, just to make Kageyama laugh, just to see that smile. They would cuddle, exchanging quiet words, talking late into the night about anything and everything, just to hear each other’s voices. Hinata had spent so many nights at Kageyama’s house, sharing meals and moments that felt too precious to let go.
Perhaps it was because they tried too hard.
Or maybe it was a love that was never meant to last.
Whatever the reason, Hinata knew that it was the time to end it.
Hinata had planned how things would go, and he did so gently. After all, it was their anniversary. He wanted to enjoy this one last moment before everything changed. He returned the bracelet Kageyama had given him and, with a steady voice, admitted that he knew about the girl Kageyama had been seeing behind his back.
The look on Kageyama’s face had been priceless. His wide eyes, the surprise, the inability to say a word – Hinata had laughed, the sound bitter and sad, but somehow still freeing.
They talked. Kageyama apologized. He explained his side, and Hinata, in turn, gave his blessing, wishing them both happiness. It wasn’t what Hinata had wanted – of course not – but he didn’t want to hold onto someone who didn’t belong to him anymore. In the end, they had agreed to return to their old dynamic: teammates, friends, nothing more.
Hinata stood there, watching as Kageyama walks away. The person he had loved – the first person who he had let break down his walls – was leaving. Hinata’s vision blurred as the first tears fell.
He wanted to fight for him, but how could he? He had never saw the setter act so disgustingly sappy with her. He couldn’t bring himself to chase guy so happily in love. There’s no point. He is not stupid enough to do that.
But just because he understands it, doesn’t mean he is not hurting.
The rest of the weekend passed in a blur. Hinata moped, barely leaving his room except to eat or use the bathroom. He ignored everything around him, drowning in the silence of his own thoughts. At least, until Natsu barged into his room, looking ready to “knock some sense” into him. Her concern didn’t make him feel better, but at least she was there.
And then Monday arrived.
It was hell. Hinata had spent the entire day avoiding Kageyama, and thankfully, the setter seemed to understand. He gave Hinata space, but the practice, heavens, it was an entirely different story. The tension between them was palpable. It was awkward in a way that no one could really explain, even if they both tried to act normal.
They haven’t told the team yet. It wouldn’t seem right or fair if Kageyama would immediately get together with his girl right after they announce their breakup. So Hinata kept his distance, playing his part in the plan he had set into motion the moment he found out about the betrayal.
In fact, it was nothing special. Hinata had always been acting distant ever since he came up with his plan so barely talking to the setter now doesn’t bring much surprise to the team.
It’s just that knowing that they wouldn’t be anything more than friends hits him differently.
He never thought it would hurt this much to let go.
“Stupid feelings,” he muttered under his breath, kicking a small rock as he walks home. If the two broke up Hinata would seriously spike Kageyama’s head. He didn’t just give up his own love and break his heart for nothing. So, they better set their lives straight or else!
Sadly, his moping was cut short when he reached home and saw his father hurriedly packing up a car. The sight was jarring, but it was the loud crash from inside the house that really grabbed his attention.
“Perfect,” Hinata grumbled bitterly.
It’s really such a wonderful day.