Only ten chapters and already so many reviews, follow and favorites! Thank you all! :D
Also - good news - I finally found some story for Oikawa (ok I have like the title, summary,prologue and two little moments but at elast it's finally looking like something! PS: the title will be "Aliens" unless I change things but I don't think so, I like it :D)
Also, everyone sort of said, or kinda agreed, that Iwaizumi is cute and adorable in this fanfic. To which I agree and, that's what I want so great if you think it. BUT I FOUND A NEW NICKNAME FOR HIM! :D *cough cough* *stands up straight and says very proudly* Iwaicutie. *TA DAAAAAAAAAAAAM!* :3
FanFictionAddiction4EVER : The goal IS to melt from fluffiness~! :3
Houshikun001 : I like Iwaizumi as Ace, Vice-Captain and everything we've sene him be - but I just LOVE the headcanon that he's a dork who doesn't stop blushing in love! And the fcat that he's a knight in shining armur is just... *O*
rheascarlet : Don't worry, you're not forcing me at all about my sotries! :) And I've already decided that I wouldn't post/start another fanfic until I'm done with one of the three going on in HQ. I say that but I almost broke today and almost started to write AND post Kuroo's fanfic because IT'S HIS BIRTHDAY. Ushiwaka said that Oikawa's skills as a setter allows him to "bring the best out of everyone" (what do you mean I'm too obssessed? It's not like I've registered the dialogues in both Eglish and Japanese ahah ah... ah...) Anyroad. The ship is sailing well like author, reader AND OIKAWA want! XD Also, I might put a few hints of Oikawa's future story in this one, but later on! ;)
trouvaille : I was particulaly proud of Iwaizumi and Oikawa when they handled the bullies. Ah! You wanna ship Yukimura and Oikawa? :D It'll all depend of their chemistry and people's reactino to it but don't forget that this is IWAIZUMI's story, so Oikawa, even if he IS Oikawa, will not steal the spotlight - not most of the time at least but like I said he IS Oikawa Tooru... (stealing the spotlight is natural for him) You read Sowlmates too? :D (sorry if you reviewed in Sowlmate but I get a little confused on who reviews one story, who reviews another, who reviews both...)
HaPPy2901 : I only see IwaOi as brother-like relationship so... I HAVE three stories so, you've got all of them (+ a one shot about Kageyama) I am SO sorry but I just can't remember if you caught up with Sowlmates (I'm just too tired to remember and/or check the reviews on Sowlmates) but if you did, I hope you enjoyed it! ;) It WAS cliché, the bullying but I once saw people in my high-school who were hahving a flour and eggs battle (it wasn't really bullying but well) SO... *shrugs* I usppose I'll write a tiny bit of a backstory about the girl (don't even rememebr her name anymore) but her main reasons are just that Oikawa doesn't seem interested in her (so it makes her bitter about everything) and she saw Kiku (who is like eeeww for her) interact with Oikawa so she became jealous and hateed that. Also, some people are just naturally bad, they enjoy having others in pain or crying... Its sad, but it's true... :( I'm glad you loved Iwaizumi and Kiku's interactions but things are really going to start blossomingbetween these two, and we'll finally learn a lot more abot Kiku and her past! ;) Oikawa wouldn't start conflicts on Kijime, he'd help them out, but there will definitely be some storm later on. Still haven't determiend if Oikawa will have a hand in it. Don't think there is a lineup on the chapters posted on my three fanfics, it's what I feel like posting when something is written somewhere! XD I haven't touched the Kohaku story in SO LONG I'd need to reread it all to be able to write what's next. Considering that Sowlmate is time-line catching up with From Evening to Dawn, I'll have to continue this one to be able to write effectively the summer camp. Not tht anything will happen there, nope. The only angst in Quiet Voice will be PAST angst, but nothing will break between Kijime.
Riomi-senpai : Iwaicutie (your review inspired me for "Iwaicutie") will do more than just ramen - and so will Kiku! ;D
VioletRyu : It's incredible that Iwaizumi fits with every first name to be. Also, I love the name "Hajime" but I hate the kanji that goes with this first name, it's just... too simple! It's just the kanji for "one" so I kinda get the whole "number one fits Iwaizumi even if he's Ace blah blah" but COME ON. His parents really lacked imagination when they had to pick a kanji... Iwaizumi is definitely one of the top best boyfriend-material in the HQ characters (I'd add Asahi, Daichi, Suga... I think Oikawa would be very lovely but too focused on volleyball but otherwise very kind with hsigirls... who else...? Akaashi probably, very gentleman-like he'd be...)
pinkdoughnuts : It was told i another review but I repeat it: I once saw people in my high-school having a flour and eggs battle! Not sure if it was bullying, if it did, it had turned into a joke battle but... bringing flour and eggs isn't an unique situation. Iwaizumi is so cute, he's... Iwaicutie! ;D
midorima-shintaro07 : I think in official art and stuff Iwaizumi is depicted as a knight, like the Great King's most faithful knight or something... It suits these two! :D
Shy guest : I feel like everyone relates to Oikawa in this fanfic with the ship sailing so well! XD Yukimura will reappear, a lot, like, yep! x)
Cooliceprincess : Iwaizumi is such a great name, it goes perfectly with EVERY other name! x)
tall-and-handsome : Because you read this fanfic, you don't have to review, don't worry! ;) I'm just happy if my stories are read and make people happy! :D Kiku is shy but she'll be able to leave her shell behind - thanks to her lovely Iwaicutie~ :3
FANFICTION
HAIKYUU! : QUIET VOICE
CHAPTER X : The Best Sensation in the World
"When I sit near you, my hands suddenly become alien things and I don't know where to put them or what they usually do, like this is the first time I've ever had hands and maybe they go in my pockets and maybe they don't."
— Iain Thomas, I Wrote This For You
"Falling in love feels amazing, but it's also terrifying. The moment you admit to loving someone, you admit to having a lot to lose."
— Mandy Len Cantron
"I like you… And I don't even care that you don't like me - I'm used to it, I wouldn't know what to do if you did. But I like you… I like this."
— Rainbow Rowell, Carry On
Iwaizumi was still holding Kiku's hand when he entered the ramen restaurant where the team always went. Sometimes it was after a particularly exhausting practice, or after a practice match, every time they've lost against Shiratorizawa, it was the place they went to for some comfort…
"Hajime-kun! It's unusual to see you here at lunch~!" The lady greeted.
Hajime smiled, feeling much better now that he was in this place and away from the bullies – he didn't feel angry anymore. But he could feel Kiku's hand in his. His hand was sweaty and he wondered if she minded but in the same time, he couldn't let go. Her skin had been a little cold when he had taken her hand but now it had been warmed by his.
He stopped breathing when he felt Kiku holding onto his arm, pressing against his side, half-hidden behind him.
"Is it ok to eat here, though?" He asked politely, noticing that there weren't any customer.
"Of course, of course~ Ah! Who is this girl? Your girlfriend?" The lady continued with a wink.
Hajime and Kiku both turned fifty shades of red, which made the lady laugh.
"S-she's n-not…"
"W-we're not…"
"Ahah! You're adorable~! You are welcome here anytime, you know that, Hajime-kun! You and your cute friend here too~! Take a seat, I'm bringing you the usual~!" She exclaimed, starting to work to prepare the usual ramen.
"T-thanks…" Hajime answered hesitantly.
He glanced down at Kiku but she didn't seem to mind not choosing. She glanced around at the amount of empty seats and they walked towards a little booth, away from the rest of the restaurant and discreet from prying eyes if more customers were to come.
Their hands let go of each other. Both blushed and looked away, sitting in front of each other while trying not to think about the fact that their hands felt so cold now.
"There you go~ Shoyu ramen~" The lady announced, putting down two ramen in front of the young people, "Is there anything in particular you want? Mm?" She continued, turning towards Kiku with a smile.
Kiku startled but shook her head no, flushing and looking down. Hajime smiled up at the lady.
"Thank you," he said.
"If you need anything, don't hesitate to call, Hajime-kun~" She said, walking away.
He smiled a little more then turned towards Kiku who was now eying the bowl of ramen.
"I-I hope it's all right…" He hesitated.
Kiku smiled at him, her eyes sparkling a little. He felt his heart miss a few beats and he turned much redder than before.
"It's my favorite!" She exclaimed before taking her chopsticks and spoon, "Itadakimasu…"
"Ibada– Itada…kimasu…" He mumbled, taking his chopsticks as well.
They started eating the food and instantly, smiles of appreciation appeared on their faces. The warmth and familiar taste of ramen made them both feel instantly better. The bullying, flour and eggs felt like years ago. As if they had spent hours and hours wandering together, hand in hand, before reaching this ramen restaurant. But they didn't mind this sensation of having spent endless time in the quiet, warm and comforting presence of one another…
They ate in complete silence but it wasn't heavy or uncomfortable, it felt right. Once they were done, they waved goodbye to the lady, paid and left the restaurant, walking away from Aoba Johsai High-school even more.
"So… where do you want to go…?" Hajime asked awkwardly after a moment.
His hands were in his pockets to hold back the awkward moves he kept doing out of nerves – also, he really, really wanted to hold Kiku's hand once again but he wasn't sure she'd want to…
Kiku looked down hesitantly, not having any idea of anything to do.
"What do you like doing when you go in town?" He continued, trying to make a conversation.
Awkward, Kiku tried to find something but she wasn't sure what to say.
"I… I usually work or go shopping for my parents… or for stuff I absolutely need…" She answered awkwardly.
"…Same for me…" He answered, rubbing the back of his neck, "Oikawa is the one who always drags me to do activities but… I don't do stuff on my own…"
And most activities involved volleyball. He was pretty sure that Kiku wouldn't want to spend the afternoon watching volleyball games or see him getting over-excited over some volleyball products and famous players…
"How about we just go and… we'll see what to do once we're there?" He asked.
Kiku nodded and after a ride on a bus, they've reached the main part of the city of Sendai were all shops and interests for young people were. There wasn't much of a crowd but there were definitely more people than around the high-school where all students were inside – except for these two who were missing the entire afternoon.
"Ah, s-sorry!" Kiku exclaimed when a man bumped into her.
Hajime glanced over his shoulder as Kiku caught up with him, avoiding another person.
Blushing, he held out his hand and she stared at him curiously – and was it hope he saw in her eyes?
"T-to not get lost…" He murmured, feeling like he was about to explode.
Kiku blushed as well and lowered her head before a smile spread over her face and she took his hand. Hers was tiny in his, It was a little cold once again but quickly, warmth spread in both of their bodies from just holding hands.
They walked for a little while once again, Hajime's steps much slower to let Kiku keep up with him. He cursed himself when he felt his palms go sweaty – he was way too nervous with the girl so close to his body.
"You're such a gentleman, Hajime…" Kiku murmured with a smile behind her free hand.
"Uh? What did you say?" He asked, turning to her when he heard her voice but not her words.
"Nothing," she answered with an amused smile.
She moved closer to him, pressing her body as close as possible. Hajime stiffened and blushed even more when it wasn't just her hand touching him, but her side pressing against his. He blushed even more when he realized that he could feel her breasts against his arm through their clothes. He quickly turned his head away, trying to breath or focus on anything but the girl being so physically, hellishly close to him. He felt like he was burning but he curiously didn't mind at all.
It wasn't the raging flames he felt whenever he was angry at some Oikawa-ish thing his friend just did, or after what the bullies had done… they were flames that burnt all of the layers of his physics and mind away to reveal his soul. He only met Kiku with his soul, fully and completely and he dared hope she did and felt the same for him. He liked this sensation of being burnt away by his heart.
Feeling a little more relaxed, Hajime glanced back at Kiku who was smiling softly, looking all around as if she was discovering the town for the first time. The tip of her hair still looked like a little hook going outwards even if it had dried.
She probably straightens the tip of her hair in the morning.
Kiku's gaze lingered someplace and he followed her eyes, seeing the movie theater.
"The movie theater? You wanna go?" He asked, feeling strangely relaxed about this entire afternoon skipping class.
"AH! Uh!" She suddenly exclaimed, blushing in embarrassment for being caught, "I… I don't like going to the movie theater alone s-so… I always wait for movies to come out in dvd…" She mumbled.
Hajime chuckled to himself.
"I know, I do the same because I hate going in crowded places – but Oikawa always wants to see movies on the first day when there is a hell of a crowd. And he drags me with him all the fucking time… I don't even know how he manages to drag me to begin with…"
"I'm sure Oikawa-san must be very convincing at times!" Kiku joked with a lovely, amused smile.
Hajime felt enchanted seeing this expression on her face and he started smiling like an idiot.
"Let's go, if there's a movie you want to see," he suddenly said.
"A-ah, b-but, y-you already, I-I don't want to…" Kiku stammered adorably.
"You're not alone, right? And it's not crowded. So let's go together," he said, already stepping towards the movie theater.
After some more protest from Kiku, some more convincing from Hajime, they agreed on a movie – before arguing on who had to pay. Hajime insisted because it was his invitation but Kiku didn't want him to pay when he had already paid for the ramen – they finally reached an agreement where Kiku paid for the tickets and he paid for the popcorn and other sweets and soda.
"I thought athletes had to follow a very strict diet?" Kiku said with an amused gaze.
She sent a sided look at Hajime who was already eating some candies – both of their arms were full, mostly because of the huge appetite of the young man.
"Not on the days off." He answered, mouth full.
"Your day off is Monday, not Tuesday."
"It feels like a day off if I'm with you," he answered cockily.
She sighed and smiled, shaking her head lightly. Hajime noticed from the corner of his eyes that when she was smiling in amusement, her smile turned into a side smirk. It made her look so much more mischievous and mature. He loved that.
They found the best seats and when the movie started, they realized they were the only ones in the entire room. They shared the food and soda, eating a little bit of everything they could put their hands on. It quickly became a game between the two of them to try to steal some candy or sweet from the other's hand – also, their skin always touched and they absolutely loved the shivers it sent through their bodies. The obscurity of the room was a blessing and a curse: a blessing because the other couldn't see their body reactions to touching, the smiles, the blushes, the hidden trembles of the hand… but a curse because they wanted so badly to see each other's expressions as well.
Hajime was drinking some soda, actually (trying) to focus on the movie which had more action scenes than he would have initially thought when he had let Kiku pick the movie. It actually had an interesting plot and despite their little game, he was enjoying the movie.
"I don't have any more soda, do you mind if I drink some of yours?" Kiku asked in a low voice, already leaning towards him.
"Sure…" He answered absentmindedly.
He leaned the drink towards her and Kiku leaned over the seat, her shoulder against him to sip some of the soda. It was then that it struck Hajime who froze completely.
"Wait–" He cried out.
He turned his head just as Kiku lifted up hers, alerted by his voice. They stopped breathing, their faces only inches apart. They both blushed so badly that even in the darkness, it could be seen by the other.
Kiku hesitated, opening and closing her lips, still shining from the sugar from the soda she had just drunk – the soda Hajime had been drinking.
As stupid and childish as it may sound, the only thing on his mind at this very moment was the fact that they had exchanged an indirect kiss and that Kiku's lips looked definitely inviting.
As if understanding his thoughts and embarrassment, Kiku smiled, her eyes sparkling like a night sky. She leaned forward, closing her eyes and Hajime quickly closed his as well, not daring to breathe.
That's it! It's coming! She's kissing me! She's kissing… He thought frenetically, heart beating so fast he could feel the skin on his chest vibrating violently.
But when he didn't feel Kiku's lips on his, he opened his eyes, meeting Kiku's big, bright eyes, sparkling in amusement at his reaction. She had leaned forward and the tip of her nose was pressed against his.
Stunned, Hajime watched her with big eyes, still feeling his cheeks on fire by her proximity.
Kiku's lips trembled and she laughed softly. The sound seemed to echo against the skin of his face as she moved away, back in her seat. Hajime was still frozen in his, drink held up automatically and eyes wide open with his cheeks burning in a marvelous, maddening sensation…
She was very mischievous.
He glanced hesitantly at his left, seeing Kiku still smiling in amusement. He wished she had really kissed him. He was tempted to lean over and kiss her here and then but… he lacked the courage to do so and… he wanted to see her face in daylight when he'd kiss her for the first time.
He swallowed hard and blushed even more if it was possible. He wanted to kiss her. He wanted to hold her hand at all times. He wanted to spend more time with her, as much time as possible. He wanted to see her eyes sparkling like stars. He wanted to see her lips extend in a smile, holding back a laugh before it resonated anyway. He wanted to feel flustered and giddy and happy around her.
Some sort of anxiety fell on Hajime, tightening his heart and making him feel a little dizzy before he realized that it was the fear that none of it could happen despite his heart beating only for this. Then, he felt incredibly relaxed despite the thundering beating of his heart in his chest, resonating so loudly that he couldn't hear the movie anymore.
Damn it… I think I'm in love with her… He realized suddenly.
But his lips trembled and a smile appeared on his face, a giddy smile. He fought with himself to hold back the laugh that tried to escape his throat. This sensation… realizing he was in love… it was frightening, beautiful, so intense, so overwhelming, but oh-so-exhilirating. It was the best sensation in the world.
Kiku glanced at her right and her eyes widened slightly when she saw the expression on Hajime's face. He looked incredibly happy. So happy it was contagious and she felt herself smiling just to see this expression on his face. Her heart missed a few beats and she put her hand on her chest. She was almost thankful to the bullies for giving her this opportunity to spend the entire day with Hajime, to have hold his hand, to have seen so many of his expressions he didn't usually show…
Overwhelmed with joy and gratefulness, Kiku leaned against his shoulder, closing her eyes and smiling happily. She felt the young man stiffen before relaxing as he glanced down at her. Their hands entwined once again, not caring anymore about being covered in sugar from too much candy they've eaten, and a little sweaty from the nerves that were still invading them. But with the nerves now came the butterflies sensation in their stomachs.
Today felt like the best day in the world.
They exited the movie theater still holding hands and without a word, Hajime followed Kiku's lead. She finally stopped, a few minutes later, at a bus stop. He glanced at her curiously. The afternoon still had a long way to go and he didn't want to leave yet.
"If you go now, you'll be in time for practice," she said with a smile.
Shocked, Iwaizumi blinked before reacting, more vividly than he thought he would have.
"B-b-but… the day… the afternoon! I mean… uh…"
Kiku squeezed his hand, smiling tenderly at him. It made Hajime's heart miss a few beats, like every time she showed him this soft expression…
"Skipping class because of our classmates is a thing, but I don't want you to skip practice with your friends. Also, who will handle Oikawa-san if you're not there? The practice might go hectic…" She joked.
Hajime couldn't help but chuckle. But he still felt reluctant at leaving Kiku all alone.
"I'll accompany you home then," he proposed.
She smiled in a knowing way, something that looked a little like melancholy passing in her eyes. But as quickly as it had appeared, it disappeared and she smiled up at him:
"This bus takes me directly there. I'll just take it. It's so nice of you though, Iwaizumi-san…" She continued.
Before he could answer, a bus arrived. He pouted but Kiku quickly climbed the bus, her hand leaving his. She took a seat just in front of where he was standing and perhaps his dark mood was more obvious than he thought because she tapped the glass of the window. Iwaizumi glanced up and saw her put her hands around her face to convert a message. Her lips moved but he didn't hear her words.
"What? I didn't hear!" He exclaimed, he hoped loud enough to be heard.
She must have heard him because she laughed, jerking her head backwards. He wished he had heard her laugh even more than her words. Then, the bus started and drove away.
At first, Hajime felt down for not being with Kiku any longer. But on his way back to school for practice, he couldn't help but think back on the afternoon spent with Kiku and all of these new, exhilarating sensations. He had never thought being in love would make him so happy – he wasn't the type cut out for 'love' but, with Kiku, it definitely felt right. He could still smell the scent of sugar from her breath when she had leaned her nose against his, mimicking a kiss – how he had wished it had been a kiss.
No, no, no, if we kiss, I want to see her expression. It can't be in the dark… He immediately corrected himself.
He arrived in the changing-room where some of his teammates were already there but he didn't seem to notice anyone or even hear their voices when they saluted him. He went straight for his locker with a stupid smile on his face.
Everyone on the volleyball team glanced at their Ace who was sparkling, glowing and seemed to be followed by a trail of blossoming flowers.
"What's wrong with Iwaizumi-san…?" Kindaichi asked in a low voice.
Yahaba, Kunimi and Watari shrugged, about as confused as him.
"Iwa-chan! How is Kiku-chan?" Oikawa asked enthusiastically.
Hajime looked up, as if he had heard his voice, but he smiled to himself and started stripping off his clothes without hearing his friend – while he was actually wearing his volleyball uniform (it only confirmed to the others that something was off).
"Iwa-chan…?" Oikawa called hesitantly, not used to deal with his friend so… so overwhelmingly enthusiast.
"Iwaizumi, is this true Akiyama was bullied by your classmates? Oikawa told us what happened and… oi. Are you listening?" Hanamaki asked, narrowing his eyes at his friend.
Still, Iwaizumi didn't react before looking around for his uniform he had just taken off – and found it at his feet. He leaned down and the others all stared at him awkwardly.
"He smells like sugar…" Matsukawa noticed, sniffing the air.
"OI!" Hanamaki shouted, clapping his hand on Iwaizumi's shoulder so suddenly he jumped.
"WAAAH! What the fuck?!" He shouted, whipping towards Hanamaki, the aura of Spring Goddess disappearing from around Iwaizumi.
"Are you listening?! We've been talking to you since you've entered!" Hanamaki exclaimed, "What the hell happened today to get you in such a… a… sugar-coat and sweet behavior…? You look like Oikawa, it's scary…" He murmured with wide eyes.
"I'll ignore this comment." Oikawa huffed, putting his hands on his hips, "Also – isn't it obvious what happened?"
Everyone, including the now confused Iwaizumi, turned towards their Captain who grinned happily, staring right at his friend.
"Iwa-chan is in love~!" Oikawa exclaimed happily, spreading his arms.
Iwaizumi gasped and blushed, the others blinking in disbelief before Hanamki laughed loudly.
"AH AH! Don't tell me it's Akiyama because then I'm going to eat our jersey! This is just…"
His voice trailed off when Hajime finally reacted. He blushed even more before covering his face with his hands and crouching on the floor, too embarrassed to remain standing.
"Eh?" Hanamaki murmured in incredulity, blinking.
"Eh?" Oikawa echoed, blinking as well because the chances that he was right had been pretty low and he had mostly wanted to embarrass his friend.
"EEEEHHH?!" The entire team shouted, making their Vice-Captain shake his head, face still hidden behind his hands in embarrassment – thankfully they didn't see his massive grin.
Once the shock was passed – actually, everyone was still trying to wrap their minds around the idea that Iwaizumi Hajime, their Ace and Vice-Captain, ranked number one of the male population of Aoba Jousai and possibly all of Sendai, was in love was just…
Matsukawa threw his arm around Hanamaki's still stiff shoulders, a huge, mocking grin on his face.
"Sooo… our jersey. Which way do you want to eat it? Grilled or foiled?" He asked, making a vein of annoyance appear on Takahiro's forehead while the silence was interrupted by the cute little noise Hajime was making out of embarrassment.
I can't help but laugh because for the ones who read Sowlmates, you know how long it's taking for Ayakou to get together (64chapters to this day and just a few hugs and lots of tears) and here we have Hajime and Kiku. Ten tiny chapters. Holding hands, going on dates, almost kissing, teasing each other... LOL.
Anyway~
Thanks for reading~
Yours Truly,
May