It was autumn, when Tobio spotted Yuu near the gym. Crimson leaves carpeted the ground, and the sky was a soft shade of blue. He had a ball with him, but he remained seated on the steps.
"You alone?" Tobio began.
"Tanaka dashed for the toilet. We're actually playing. Do you want to join us later?"
"It's your final year here."
Yuu laughed at the younger one's remark. "You got that right. We have to prepare for exams soon."
"I'm sorry, for dropping out like that."
Silence.
"Really," Tobio choked out. "But thank you, for being so accommodating."
"Spit it out already," Yuu shot back. "You've got something to say, right?"
"I…want to join the team again."
Yuu stood up, dusted off his slacks and placed both of his hands on his waist. With a triumphant grin, he said, "It freaking took you long enough, Kageyama."
And Tobio was finally home.
