Wakatoshi Ushijima | First time crush
Shiratorizawa's volleyball team has a new assistant - and she's unlike anyone Wakatoshi Ushijima has ever met. Stoic and focused on volleyball, Wakatoshi has never shown interest in anyone romantically, earning him a reputation around school for being too blunt and unapproachable. But when the new assistant arrives with her calm demeanor and permanent sleepy expression, something changes. The entire team notices the subtle shifts in their captain's behavior - brief glances toward the bench, genuine 'thank yous' after practice, and an unusual willingness to engage in conversation. Tendou, ever the observer, is convinced their captain is experiencing his first crush. With a beach trip approaching that requires bringing a partner, Wakatoshi finds himself facing an unfamiliar challenge: asking someone out.