The car pulled up in the drive way and the bump startled you awake.

Uh, am I drooling again?

You wipe your spit quickly with the back of your hand and your eyes drift upwards. You were leaning on Suga's shoulders and he was fast asleep. He so cute as his peaceful face rested on the window. You couldn't help but stay where you were. Even when he's sleeping you felt comforted. You just then realize that your mom was driving as she parks the car and turns around to wake you two.

"Why hello my lovelies. I couldn't wake you during the drive. You're both so cute sleeping beside each other." She points at both of you.

"Oh my gosh mom!" you say covering your face and immediately shifting far away from Suga. He still remained sleeping.

She's so embarrassing!

"Wah, oh where are we?" Suga said sheepishly. His hair was disheveled but that's what made him more cuter. His hazel eyes were halfway open until they suddenly widened after he realized he was with you.

"We're home." you respond quietly to him.

Your mom opens the car doors and lets you out. Suga was the last one to come out because he was still sleepy. Entering the house, you mentioned to Suga about the paper.

"We should probably start on that" you say letting out a small yawn. He nods and both of you head to the living room. Sprawling the papers in front of you, you grab the textbook and flip through the pages. You both agreed right away on the topic without hesitation. Opening your laptop, you both start researching 'homo sapiens'. You notice that Suga was ruffling his hair and he looked very serious. You couldn't help but stare.

You try to focus on your work but kept getting distracted. Usually it's easy for you to write papers or study, but its different when he's around.

"You can do origin, appearance and intro. I'll do the evolution, roles and conclusion? If thats okay with you."

He took the bigger chunk of the paper.

"Are you sure you don't need help with the evolution part? Its kinda of a big portion..."

"It's okay I insist. You're sleepy anyway."

You try to stifle another yawn in your defence. Usually you'd argue about these things when it came to school, but for once you agreed.

"First time in a while I don't need to take my sleeping pills" you yawned into your hand.

Before Suga could ask, your mom comes in with bowls of rice and Katsu curry.

"Ah! Arigato Shimizu-san. Why don't we eat at the diner table." he suggested.

"You're both working so hard. I don't want ruin your train of thought! It smells like knowledge around you two heh." Your mom giggled waving her hands.

"Thanks mom." you say quickly as you take the bowl.

"Okay, well I'll be in the kitchen. Let me know if you need anything." She winked at you making you embarrassed.

Oh God mom...

As you both start eating your food, you never realized how hungry you were.

"Your mom is so sweet." Suga added with rice sticking near his mouth.

"Ha, yeah she is." You say staring at your bowl. "It was really hard for her when she lost the love of her life, but at least Kiyoko is back"

"Your mom is like you. She loves a lot too. I can see where you get it from." He points out, making you blush even more.

"Ah sorry, I didn't mean to embarrass you." He adds, blushing himself

"It's alright. For once I'm compared to my mom. Usually people associate me with my dad" you slightly laugh with chopsticks in your mouth.

"Must be nice to have an amazing volleyball player like your dad."

"Yup. He was insane when he was younger. I would spend hours watching a bunch of tapes my mom recorded of him. He'd make so many service aces and incredible receives. I wanted to be just like him"

"Well, my dad works overseas, so I don't get to see him as often" he shared with you.

Oh, kinda reminds me of Mika. She never really had her dad around either. I guess I am lucky to have had a dad that was present.

"That's why you want to be a good dad" you theorized. You take another bite of your Katsu curry. He smiled kindly at you and said,

"Well, I need to be married first."

You didn't know why that made you blush, but thinking about marriage seemed so far away to you. Hours passed and you both talked longer than you anticipated. For once you weren't worried about your homework or what tomorrow would bring. You both shared a lot in common and you enjoyed talking to him. You didn't want it to end. After finishing your bowls of curry he takes your bowl and without asking he brings them to the kitchen.

I have no doubt he will be a good dad...

You glance up the clock and realize its already 12am.

My goodness, where did the time go.

"Um, (F/N). I know we're kinda behind with our paper, but your mom just offered me to sleep over. Ah, only if it's okay with you!" He asked all nervously. He took his seat again beside you.

"Y-you can stay in the guest room... well it was Kiyoko's room." You type faster in your laptop.

"Well we're pulling an all-nighter right?" He laughed softly.

"I guess we are." You look at the shared google doc and you're both halfway. After a few hours you've gathered enough sources for the paper, but you didn't type it out yet. It's 3am and fatigue hit you like a truck. You stretch out your arms and let out a heft yawn. Your eyes were drifting from your paper to the textbook.

You didn't even notice that you fell asleep on your laptop. Suga moved it away from your face and you mumbled a few words before you passed out.

~

You wake up to the smell of bacon and eggs in the frying pan. Rubbing your eyes, you feel your surroundings.

I'm on the couch again with a blanket. What a bizarre dream again. Suga and Daichi was there. My sister finally woke up from a coma. Suga slept over... wait. SUGA SLEPT OVER.

You fall off from the couch in shock and you came crashing down, entangled with the blanket. You notice the table with your laptop and notes sprawled everywhere. Suga's notes and his bag were there as well.

OH LORD HE ACTUALLY STAYED HERE?!

You run into he kitchen and the smell of bacon hit you in the face. Suga was wearing an apron and was helping your mom in the kitchen. They were both laughing together and the sight made you flinch.

"OhayoI made pancakes!" Suga smiled brightly at you, holding onto a spatula. He was so adorable with the apron on, it really suited him. He didn't even look tired.

Did he even sleep?!

You glare at your mom and she's smiling as well. You haven't seen your mom smile in a while. By now you would've yelled at her for the multiple times she's embarassed you but, you wanted to savour the moment.

She's finally smiling.

"Mom, I thought you had work early today." you ask curiously.

"Oh honey, they let me have a week off because of Kiyoko."

"Oh that's nice of them" you take your seat at the dining table and Suga was still stirring eggs in a bowl.

"I'm almost done! Just need to make these eggs." he exclaimed.

"Suga, did you sleep?!" you ask with concern.

"A little bit but at least I finished the paper." He chuckled.

He finished my parts?! I feel so bad now.

"Don't worry. I used the resources you had highlighted. I tried putting it in your own words" he said reading your expression.

"Well Suga aren't you so helpful! I'm glad (F/N) has you as a partner." your mom teased.

"I'm glad too." He smiled at your mom.

You stab at the bacon on the table and gulf it down. You couldn't stand being praised like this, especially in front of your mom. All of you were finally at the table; you were listening in to your mom and Suga in deep in conversation. Suga was talking about being a teacher like your mom. They went on and on about the curriculum. You felt like a third-wheel.

"Oh would you look at the time, you must be off to school soon" you mom pointed at the clock. She grabs the empty plates and thanks Suga for making breakfast.

"Where's the bathroom (F/N)?" He asks.

"Oh, I'll show you. You must've wanted to brush your teeth last night. Sorry I fell asleep."

"It's okay, you were really tired. Usually I bring a toothbrush with me because of early morning practice. I brush sometimes at school."

"It's just down the hall and to your left." You explain shyly.

"Thanks (F/N)" he smiled and walked down the hall.

I still can't believe this is happening. How can I even explain this to Mika. You walk towards your room and change into a fresh uniform. Fixing your hair, you observe your face in the mirror. Kiyoko's words came to your head again: 'one day someone will love you, even if

you do look like a retired clown..." You laugh at the thought.

That seemed so long ago.

Heading to the bathroom to brush your teeth, you push the door open and Suga was shirtless. He was in the midst of changing.

"AH IM SO SORRY!" you shield your eyes and slam the door. Your whole body was so hot that fanned yourself with your hands. You back away from the door and back up against the wall.

Omgomgomg, why didn't I knock! I thought he'd be done with the washroom.

He opens the door and yes, he's dressed. You peek through your fingers and a goofy smile formed on his face.

"Sorry I took so long! I was trying to find my uniform in my bag. You mom let me borrow your dad's pj's." He handed to you your dads clothes neatly folded. You take it with shaking hands. Without saying anything you run towards your parents room to drop off the clothes. You're breathing hard as you plop the clothes on the bed. Your mom reading a book on her bed. She stared at you and asks,

"Honey, are you okay?"

You stand up straight and reply, "YUP OKAY TOTALLY FINE!" You make an 'okay' sign with your hands. Before she could ask more questions, you're out the door. You run down the hallway into your room.

Guess I'm not brushing my teeth...

Searching your room for some breath-mints, there was a knock at the door.

"Um, (F/N) we should head out soon. We're going to be late."

You open the door and you didn't dare look up at his face. You mumble something inaudible and book it to the washroom. Brushing your teeth in a hurry you run your fingers in your hair and slap your face.

Wake up (F/N)! Let's just forget what happened and go on with the day.

You spit into the sink and splash a handful of water into your face. Grabbing a towel you rub your face and head out the bathroom door. Suga was waiting for you in the living room.

"Here's your bag" he handed it to you and you still couldn't look at him.

"Thanks" you muttered and headed towards the door.

"Thank you so much Shimizu-san for your hospitality." Suga bowed to your mom down the hall.

"No worries Suga. Have a good day at school you two." She waved goodbye and you avoided both their eyes.

You head out the door first and notice a familiar face across the fence.

Hajime! He's home for once?

"Good morning (F/N)! Long time no see." He smiled at you and you wave.

"I didn't know you'd be home today. Mika didn't mention anything." You call out, leaning against the fence. Following behind Hajime was another boy. He had light brown hair with beautiful eyes, a clear complexion and soft looking skin. He was wearing a white blazer with a red tie. An Aobajohsai's uniform.

Hm, what was his name again... I think it started with a 'T'? His name is on the tip of my tongue-

"Oi! Trashykawa. You forgot your shirt!" Mika called out to the boy. She came running out from her house.

Ah that's it Toru. Oikawa Toru. Wait, why was he at Mika's house?

Just when she handed him his shirt he ruffled her hair and you can see her blushing. Hajime karate chops Oikawa's arm to stop him from touching his sister. Oikawa whines and rubs his arm.

Typical Hajime, but Mika blushing?! What a sight.

She notices you staring from across the fence and her eyes widen. Just before she could let out another word, Tsukishima comes out of the door.

ANOTHER BOY?!

"Ohayo" he greets you all grumpily. He looked like he just woke up. He approaches Mika and puts his arm over her shoulders. Tsukishima growls at Oikawa, but Hajime's face looked pissed at Tsukishima.

What the hell is happening here?!

You turn to Mika with a questioning face. Her face turned even redder than earlier. Just then, Suga exits from the door and closes it behind him. He puts a hand on your shoulder and holds a paper in front of your face.

"You forgot the paper silly." He smiled at you.

The timing couldn't be any better, could it?

Mika's eyes widened this time as she points at Suga coming from your house. She covers her mouth in shock. Suga finally looks up at the rest of them and says,

"Wow, it's like a party out here"

You blush a crimson red and Mika approaches you at the fence.

"I can explain!" You both say simultaneously.

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