KAGEYAMA

"What the hell is this?" asked Daichi. He plays a clip for Ushijima and I that has gone viral in the sports industry. We are in Daichi's office. The only good thing about this is this clip is it has Ushijima slapping Hinata getting violent before I jumped into the mix. I get mad seeing the footage all over again. The clip stops with me speeding off in my car. Daichi turns to Ushijima and I with a very pissed off face. "I don't even know where to begin with this. We have the banquet dinner this weekend and you two got into a god damn fight." I know better than to say anything to him right now. He folds his arms glaring at us. "Tell me what the fuck is going on?" Oh, now I know he is irate.

"I don't want to talk about it," says Ushijima smugly. I bet he doesn't. He is sitting there with a few bruises on his face. I sustained a cut lip but nothing beyond that.

"The time of me giving a fuck has gone out the window," says Daichi walking around the desk. "Why did you hit Hinata? Isn't he your boyfriend?"

"He's not my boyfriend anymore," Ushijima hisses. "I lost my temper and I apologize for that." Daichi tilts his head.

"How do you tie into this Kageyama?" he sighs rubbing his temple.

"Hinata is my boyfriend," I reply sternly. Ushijima cuts his eyes at me. I wish he would jump. I will beat his ass like I did last week. Daichi eyes widen a little. "I'm sorry but I felt the need to protect my boyfriend. I wasn't thinking about the team or my image."

"That is very clear," says Daichi. "This is going to be hard to explain to the higher ups. I think we can spin this if you guys patch things up." There is no patching things up. I have no respect for Ushijima. I can tell Ushijima hates me. It's not like I stole Hinata from him but can't tell him that. "I will get with Tsukishima and see if we can schedule some kind of interview for two explaining this. This is a huge mess for us to try and clean up. You guys can go, I'm done." Ushijima gets up walking out of the office. I walk over to the door closing it.

"Daichi I think there is more you need to be aware of," I reply calmly.

"I'm not sure if I want to know," he sighs. "I know you wouldn't lash out for no reason. You should have known dating a teammates ex was not the best move."

"That's just it," I reply. "I met Hinata at the facility you sent me to." Daichi looks stunned.

"Are you serious?" he asks. I nod yes.

"I didn't know he was dating Ushijima," I explain. "We had an instant connection. I later found out Ushijima was not only dating Hinata but abusing him…" I'm not sure at this point if I even want to mention the fact, he raped my boyfriend. "Sir I mean to bring no disrespect to this team, but he beat Hinata so badly he was in the hospital. He is still recovering as we speak." Daichi runs his hands over his face.

"I can't believe it," he replies. "I mean it now makes sense. I didn't understand how he could just smack him across the face without thinking twice." Daichi looks like he is thinking. "I'm thinking of taking a different approach to the situation knowing this information. I don't want it to be public knowledge that you both date men. We don't need that kind of publicity."

"I understand," I reply. I'm not ashamed to hide who I am but I know the older generations are still unaccepting of same sex couples. It's the main reason I really didn't want my sexual preference getting out. Now I don't care. I mostly care about ensuring Hinata and I can enjoy our life together. "Daichi, I am thankful for everything you all have done for me, but I don't want to play anymore. I can't play with Ushijima."

"I get it now," he replies. "I know that had to be very difficult for you to have to deal with him knowing what I know now. Good lord…..let me get with Tsukishima and I will keep you updated." I nod heading towards the door. "Kageyama," I turn around.

"Yeah," I reply.

"It was him wasn't it?" he asked. "Hinata is the reason you improved." I just smirk before walking out the door. I feel like a huge rock has been lifted off my chest. I played two times in the Olympics. I have one bronze and one gold. I'm satisfied. I would have love to have played again when I'm 31 but I mentally can't. I get into my car heading to the last place I expected to go. The facility where Hinata and I received treatment.

The drive there is faster than the first time I went. Maybe it was because I was dreading being there. This time this is something that needs to be done. He is already expecting me. I get my car parked making my way towards the entrance. I sigh as I walk back into the center. I thought I would never be back here. I see Akaashi waiting by the front desk. He smiles at me.

"Hi Kageyama," he greets. "It's nice to see you."

"Hi," I reply. Feels a little weird being back in here. The only good thing about this place was meeting Hinata.

"We can talk in my office," he replies. "I'm sure you remember where that is."

"Sadly," I reply. Akaashi chuckles surprising me. I have never seen him laugh.

"Congrats on the win by the way," he replies as we begin to walk.

"Thank you," I reply. "We have a banquet dinner we will need to be attending this weekend. After that I will have a more free time. I am sure my agent is trying to me more endorsements."

"I bet," he replies. We reach his office. He unlocks the door allowing me inside. I sit down in my usual chair. "I must admit I was surprised to hear from you. After I extended the offer some time ago with no response, I thought you moved on."

"I did," I replied. My face I'm pretty sure is stone cold. "Did you know Hinata was in an abusive relationship?" He looks taken back. "Let me guess, you can't answer that. I am going to get to the point quickly. Hinata ex-boyfriend nearly beat him to death. I didn't find out until I came back to Japan to visit him during a break. He never planned to tell me." I swallow hard looking down remembering what he looked like in that hospital bed. I almost want to beat the breaks off Ushijmia based on that alone.

"Oh my!" exclaims Akaashi. "Is he okay?"

"He is now," I replied. "He has moved in with me." Akaashi gives me a knowing head nod of acknowledgment. At least he is not saying I told you so.

"I'm so sorry that happened," says Akaashi. "Yes, I do know Hinata was in abusive relationship. It's why I tried to warn him of his behavior with you. I could see the chemistry between you two."

"I love him," I admit not feeling bad. "Had I known he was an abusive relationship I would have never allowed him to go back to that environment."

"Of course," replies Akaashi. "He would need to want to leave the relationship on his own accord. At the time he wasn't ready. I think you were a huge help for him."

"I know I was," I say with conviction.

"What can I help you with?" asked Akaashi.

"I wanted to speak with you first before Hinata," I reply. "He is going to need counseling. I was hoping you would be willing to see him." Akaashi appears taken back.

"Me?" he questions. "Are you sure. Hinata didn't seem too happy to see me."

"He thought you were going to try tell him to stay away from me," I explain.

"I was but for his safety," says Akaashi. "I can't get into details. but his partner is very dangerous."

"He is indeed," I agree knowing what now what Ushijima is capable of. "Are you willing to see him if he agrees?" Akaashi looks at me while he is thinking rubbing his chin.

"I will," he replies. "Considering Hinata situation is okay if I counsel him in your home?" I know Hinata would be more comfortable with that. I prefer that although Hinata has his own car now. He could easily meet Akaashi here.

"Yes," I reply. "Please." Akaashi nods.

"Great" he replies. "I would just need you and Hinata to sign some paperwork. I can start as soon as you need me to. Just let me know what time works best for you and I will be sure to leave my calendar open for him."

"Thank you so much," I reply. I stand up bowing because I do appreciate him helping Hinata. I know he won't relapse but I need to ensure he mentally recovers from what happened. Akaashi nods.

"I saw that viral video of you and Ushijima" he replies changing gears. "I have a feeling that he knew about you and Hinata. Are you okay?"

"I'm fine," I reply. "It had little to do with me and Hinata. His controlling ass wanted reason to lay hands on him." I take a deep breath. "I refuse to let him touch my man without any consequences."

"I know something like this could affect your career," Akaashi leaning back in his chair. "Although I must admit Ushijima certainly looks worse off than you in the video. I didn't know you could dodge like that."

"Playing volleyball will do that to you," I reply. "I can't say much on the matter as my agent is still working on it with upper management on resolving the issue."

"I see," Akaashi replies standing up. We talk a little bit more before we exchange information. I will be paying for Hinata's treatment until I can get his insurance set up. I head home hoping Hinata will be okay with speaking to Akaashi professionally. I know he said he is okay, but he is very jumpy and scared to be alone unless he is in my home. I honestly feel the same way after seeing how things played out. I worry about him more than I did before. I can't wait to get home to see my love.