Chapter Eighteen:
Saturday Practice

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A week had passed since the talent show happened, and winter break was right around the corner. It was a cold morning; Y/n was already up and ready. She was on her phone, walking as she slung her bag on her shoulder.

She finished dialing the number, then brought her phone up to her ear. She smiled to herself as she heard the receiver pick up. "Moshi moshi~" She greeted. "Moshi moshi..." She heard Tsukishima mutter. Y/n chuckled.

"You sound tired. Just started your water break?" Y/n asked knowingly, opening the door to a familiar store. The bell chimed as she entered, alerting the older woman at the counter. The woman smiled kindly, her way of greeting. Y/n smiled back at her.

"You know too much..." Tsukishima muttered. Y/n laughed, writing something down on a piece of paper. "I don't know too much. But I definitely know you well," Y/n retorted, handing the piece of paper to the woman.

The woman nodded, then headed to the back of her store. "Whatever. Why did you call?" Tsukishima questioned. Y/n hummed. "I was just wondering if you and Yamaguchi wanted to come with me to the mall today, after your practice, that is," Y/n said.

Tsukishima hummed. "I'll ask him. What for?" Tsukishima asked. "Well, I'm obviously going on an errand. Maybe you guys would like to tag along in case you needed something?" Y/n asked. "Alright. I'll ask him now. I'll see you later. The break is almost over," He muttered, ending the call.

Y/n smiled, putting her phone away as the woman handed her a plastic bag. She wrote a short thank you on the paper, then headed out. She smiled mischievously, checking her bag if she picked up everything she needed.

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Everyone's attention was snapped towards the door as a knock was heard. Takeda sensei went to go get it, talking to whoever was outside. Before coach Ukai could ask them to continue, Takeda sensei called for his attention.

"Coach, when is their next break? Someone's here to talk with Tsukishima and Yamaguchi, and she was kind enough to bring snacks for the whole team-- we and the managers included," Takeda sensei explained.

Coach Ukai hummed. "Well, it's in ten minutes. Could she wait?" Coach Ukai asked. Takeda sensei nodded, then turned back to Y/n. "Ah, their break is in ten. Do you mind waiting?" Takeda sensei asked her. Y/n smiled. "I don't mind," she said.

Takeda smiled. "Thank you for your patience-- your consideration as well. A lot of students, girls, in particular, drop by here. None of them really thought of the rest of the team, seeing as they usually only excuse one member to confess to them," Takeda sensei explained.

Y/n laughed. "Ah, well, my intentions are different. I'm a friend," Y/n smiled. "Ah, so you must be that girl I hear Yamaguchi and Tsukishima talk about," Takeda assumed, surprising Y/n.

"Yamaguchi brings you up a lot. I think it's his way of making fun of Tsukishima," Takeda explained, chuckling. Y/n hummed. "When are nationals?" Y/n asked. "Sometime after winter break," Takeda said. "I see..." Y/n muttered.

"Alright! Gather around! There's someone here to see Tsukishima and Yamaguchi, and she was considerate enough to bring snacks for everyone!" Coach Ukai exclaimed. "Hear that, Daichi? You don't have to empty your wallet after practice anymore," Suga teased, nudging Daichi.

Daichi chuckled. "Right, come in," coach Ukai invited. The team's eyes widened as Y/n walked into the gym with Takeda sensei. "You're that girl from the talent show!" Some of them exclaimed.

Y/n nodded shyly. "I came to talk with Kei and Yamaguchi for a bit. And I bought everyone meat buns," she said timidly. "How many did you buy?" Hinata questioned, running up to her. Y/n stepped back a bit. "Uh, I bought thirty-two pieces-- two for everyone here," Y/n said.

Hinata's eyes lit up. Y/n awkwardly handed him the plastic bag, watching as he ran over to the rest of his teammates. Tsukishima and Yamaguchi walked up to her. "I didn't know you were coming, L/n-chan!" Yamaguchi exclaimed.

Y/n laughed. "It was supposed to be a surprise. Tsukishima texted me saying that you'd come, so I decided to drop by so we can head straight to the mall afterward," Y/n explained. "Oh, and I bought something specifically for the two of you!" Y/n explained, digging into her bag.

She handed Yamaguchi a paper bag. "Soggy fries for you!" she exclaimed, smiling at Yamaguchi. Yamaguchi's eyes lit up, smiling gratefully as he took the bag. She turned to Tsukishima, handing him a small box. "And homemade strawberry shortcake for you!" She exclaimed, smiling at Tsukishima as well.

Tsukishima cracked a small smile. "Is this favoritism?" Tsukishima asked smugly. Y/n rolled her eyes. "I'm not close to anyone else in the team, so I only know yours and Yamaguchi's favorite food," Y/n retorted, making Tsukishima chuckle.

"Fair enough. There's still an hour till practice is over. Will you stay to watch?" Tsukishima asked. Y/n hummed, nodding. "The music room is closed and it's not like I can just go back home," Y/n said.

Tsukishima rolled his eyes. "Of course you checked the music room," Tsukishima muttered. Y/n laughed. "Go on. Eat with your team. Make sure to do your best!" Y/n exclaimed happily.

Tsukishima chuckled, patting her on the head. "Will do, princess," he muttered, walking towards the team and sitting beside Yamaguchi.

"Eh? No fair! Tsukishima and Yamaguchi got special snacks!" She heard one of them exclaim. "Is that strawberry shortcake?! She clearly has favorites!" She heard another voice exclaim.

"Calm down, you two. Tsukishima and Yamaguchi are her friends. She obviously knows their favorites and bought them especially for the two," Daichi stated.

"Still! I can't believe this noodle got a girlfriend before me!" Tanaka exclaimed. "She isn't my girlfriend," Tsukishima muttered bluntly.

"Then what's with you acting all lovey-dovey?! I've seen you in the halls with her!"

"Tanaka! That's enough!"

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Progress report:

Tsukishima

Like: 120% - Max

Love: 80%

Y/n

Like: 120% - Max

Love: 80%

Today's winner: L/n Y/n