HINATA
I'm nervous about this banquet. We just arrived to the hall where the banquet is being held in uptown Tokyo. It seems like anyone who is in high society is here. Kageyama and I are both wearing black tuxes. I am glad he went with something expensive because I would feel like I stand out for sure. Kageyama gives security his name and mine. They view our ID before allowing us inside. I'm glad to know they are being careful. I can't wait for Yachi to arrive. I know she went all out for this going for a spa day today. I would have done the same but I opted to do my own hair for tonight. The ball room is straight ahead. I begin to shiver a little. The thought of all those people, Ushijima….. Kageyama grabs my hand.
"Hey," he says leaning into my ear so only I can hear him. "I won't let him hurt you." I nod my head yes. I'm hoping it won't come to that but I don't know. Ushijima is a step away away from being crazy. Kageyama and I discovered on my old phone he had a tracker to follow all my moments. Thank god Kageyama got me a new phone and contact number a while back. He pulls me from my thoughts by kissing the side of my forehead. I know his coach didn't want it out in the open that he is gay. I'm stunned trying to not bring attention to us by looking around. Kageyama seems to not care. He grabs my hand leading me through the doors into the main hall.
The room is beautiful. The room is clearly setting the mood. It's huge. The ceilings are so high with beautiful shiny chandlers hanging that look like sparkling diamonds. The room is dimly lit with huge mirrors on the wall helping the room to appear bigger than it already is. A color theme of the team's colors was used for the cloth chairs and table clothes. Flower arrangements on every table. A buffet with plenty of food, that includes dessert. Oh my god, they have a chocolate fountain! I feel my inner child coming out.
"Kageyama!" shouts Kuroo. He stands out so much due to his height. Granted a lot of the people on the team are tall but Kuroo is always easy to spot. Kageyama and I walk over to him and some of the other teammates I recognize. Noya elbows Kuroo.
"Dude, don't shout across the room," says Noya. "Rude much." Noya turns his attention to me. "Hey Hinata, how are you?"
"Good," I reply trying not to be nervous. It's not like I don't know them. Noya nods. I wonder deep down does he know what happened. He takes a sip of his drink.
"So you guys got anything planned after this?" asks Noya.
"Not really," says Kageyama. "I was just going to go home."
"Man you are always at home," says Kuroo. "You should get out more."
"Let's see if you be singing that same tune in 4 years," says Kageyama. I chuckle.
"I'm sure even then you were at home a lot," I reply. Kageyama smirks at me knowing I am right. He likes staying at home. He will go out once in a while. Since I like being a shut in for now he is right there to keep me entertained.
"You think Ushijima is coming?" asks Kuroo dropping his voice.
"What are you whispering about?" asks Sugawara walking up.
"Nothing," lies Kuroo shifting his eyes. I swear they gossip like women. However in this case I can understand. Ushijima had to apologize to the organization and do an interview explaining his actions for attacking me. They were asking who was I? Why did he do it? I know he deserves all this and more but for the sake of Kageyama career I don't want them to know who I am. Why does it matter? He fucking attacked me.
"Oh shit, there he is," says Noya. We all look in the direction Noya is tilting his head to not draw attention. Ushijima just walked into the party and he is surrounded by some older gentlemen. I have never seen them before. "Why the fuck is he with the committee?"
"The committee?" I question.
"They select who is going to be on the team," explains Noya. "You think Daichi is calling the shots. Oh no, it's not him. It's them. They can make or break your career like that. Like we never talk to them. It's weird." I don't like this one bit. Ushijima eyes land our direction. He smirks at me causing me to turn away from him immediately.
"Maybe they are talking to him about his anger problem," says Kuroo.
"Shhh….."says Sugawara. "We aren't suppose to talk about that." I didn't know they weren't allow to talk about what happened. Kageyama never mentions Ushijima. Ever. Tsukishima did a good job setting everything up. I'm glad Kageyama never got in trouble for Ushijima actions. I know Kageyama is not innocent in that fight but his heart was in the right place. The blogs are still trying to figure out what Ushijima and Kageyama were fighting about. Lucky for me only a small few blogs focused on who was I but didn't do any serious digging thankfully. Ushijima was mad as hell that he had to take the wrap for the fight but it was his fault. I spot Daichi walking over to us. We don't mention Ushijima knowing Daichi will be here in a minute.
"Hey guys, how are you?" asked Daichi. He looks nice but he always looks nice to me. He looks like he belongs on the cover of a magazine. His hair is parted and slicked down.
"Ready to get this over with so I can really party," says Kuroo. Noya nudges him again. Daichi doesn't laugh as he seems be in focus mode right now.
"Excuse him," Sugawara says. "Kuroo is just joking." Daichi nods understanding. Kuroo is a joker except when on the court. At least he knows when to buckle down. Daichi turns to Kageyama.
"Kageyama, I need to talk to you," says Daichi. "Privately." Kageyama looks at me and I can tell he doesn't want to leave my side.
"It's okay," says Noya. "We got him." Kageyama nods trusting me with his teammates before walking away. "I wonder what that is about?"
"I got a bad feeling…" I say slowly.
"Why?" asked Kuroo. "Maybe they have some good news for him. I am dying for sponsorships."
"I'm sure you will get some," I say encouragingly. "You did just bring home the gold for our country."
"You're a ray of sunshine," says Sugawara. "I love your positivity." I blush.
"Thank you," I reply shyly beginning to play with my fingers. Kuroo nods smiling in agreement with Sugawara statement. Kuroo takes sip from his drink.
"So how you long you been with Kageyama?" asked Kuroo. Noya slaps his arm hard. I wonder does he ever get tired of that.
"Dude!" he exclaims. "Hinata you don't have to answer that."
"It's okay," I reply. I know for a fact Kageyama didn't tell them we were together. They probably figured it out on their own. "It's hard to say to be honest. It just happened."
"Yeah like we were all confused because you were with Ushijima," says Kuroo. "Like what is that about?" I shift uncomfortably.
"It's none of our business," says Sugawara. "I personally think you and Kageyama look great together." I am flushing because no one ever said that about Ushijima and I. I'm glad they didn't though because he would say I seduced people for compliments. That would lea to punishments.
"That guy has anger problems," says Noya. We all know who he is referring to. "I can't imagine being in a relationship with someone who would openly slap me in the face. Come on Hinata. Let's get you something to drink." Kuroo appears to feel bad as we walk away. Sugawara begins to talk to him.
"Thank you," I say lowly.
"Sorry about Kuroo," apologizes Noya. "He doesn't know when to shut his mouth."
"I was wondering if you guys hated me," I admit. I mean I did go from dating one team member to another. They probably think I'm using Kageyama but I'm not.
"Hate you?" questions Noya as if I'm insane. "I always thought you were great. I can't speak for the other guys in regards to Ushijima but I always felt like he was diming your light."
"Really?" I asked looking at him. Noya nods. "I mean how so?"
"You seem like an outgoing person," explains Noya. "When he was around…..I don't know….you were quieter." I was because I wasn't suppose to talk or look at them. I didn't think anyone would notice. "I think you look happier with Kageyama anyway." I smile.
"I'm very fortunate," I admit. Noya chuckles.
"You are the only person I ever seen capture his attention like this," he replies. "Trust me he has plenty of groupies trying to come on to him. Men and women." I'm not surprised to hear this. Look how handsome he is. We reach the bar with it being our turn to order. "I know you are underaged, Kageyama will forgive me. What you want?"
"Um screwdriver is fine", I reply. "Bartenders never seem to fuck that up." Noya laughs.
"Facts!" he replies. "Some people just don't need to bartend." The bartender comes over to Noya. He requests a long island ice tea for himself and then a screwdriver for me. My phone buzzes in my pocket as the bartender is making our drinks. I pull it out seeing that Yachi had arrive. I begin to grin. Having my friend here means a lot to me. I need someone to talk to who isn't on the team. I text her informing her I was at the bar with Noya. She sends me a blushing emoji. I chuckle. "What's so funny?"
"I have a friend coming tonight, Yachi," I reply. "She really wants to meet you."
"Me?" asked Noya. "Hmmm okay good to know." He begins to smirk handing me my drink.
"I told her to meet us here," I explain. Noya nods.
"Good!" he replies. "Going anywhere else might complicate things. This room has a lot of people in it. So what can you tell me about Yachi?" Shit would be shitting herself if she knew he was interested in her in anyway. Before I can respond I feel my phone buzz again and this time it is Kageyama.
Tobio: We have to go, now. Where are you?
I gasp. What happened? Kageyama has been waiting weeks for this event.
Shoyo: I am by the bar with Noya
Tobio: Don't move
"What's wrong?" asks Noya.
"I don't know….." I mutter. That sick feeling in my stomach has returned. I grab my stomach with my hand trying to get the feeling to stop. "Kageyama text me saying we have to leave."
"You just got here," says Noya. "Why?"
"Because they know," says Ushijima smirking as he walks up with a drink in hand. My heart is beating hard. He can't be saying what I think he is. He takes a sip from his drink looking too damn happy for my liking.
"What are you talking about?" asked Noya. Noya narrows his eyes at Ushijima balling up his fist. "What the fuck did you do?" I don't look away from Ushijima despite Noya threatening tone. Almost sounds as if he doesn't like Ushijima.
"Is that anyway to speak to your teammate?" he says acting all hurt. Ushijima reaches out quickly pulling me towards him.
"I know how you meet him," he hisses in my ear. What! How? Noya pulls me out of Ushijima grasp.
"You can talk to Hinata without touching him," says Noya. "I don't think you should be bothering him. What the hell do you want?"
"Whatever," says Ushijima rolling his eyes. He glares back at me. "Kageyama career is over." Please tell me he didn't do what I think he did. I don't even see Kageyama walking over to us.
"Shoyo," says Kageyama sternly. He grabs my hand trying to comfort me. "Babe are you okay?" I nod my head yes.
"What you still doing here?" snarls Ushijima. "You fucking cheater." Kageyama face turns red with anger.
"Shoyo, let's go," he says. Noya glares back at Ushijima pushing him. Ushijima almost drops his drink.
"What did you do!" shouts Noya. Ushijima appears to be annoyed before rolling his eyes. He smirks before responding.
"Kageyama didn't tell you he was using steroids," says Ushijima. "Such a shame. He has to return all his medals." I feel the air leave my lungs. No…..no…. All his medals. He earned those. My mind begins to race with thoughts. Ushijima told on Kageyama. This is my fault. This is my fault for cheating on Ushijima with Kageyama. I should have never dated Kageyama even I love him. I have brough him nothing but pain. I begin to feel light headed as my chest gets tight.
"Shoyo," calls Kageyama. His voice sounds like it is underwater. I feel myself falling but I can't stop it. "Shit!" Kageyama catches me.
"Tobio…" I whimper fighting to keep my eyes open.