On rare occasions you worked with Nagisa. On those times though, his movements were not as swift. They were jittery like he couldn't sit still. His shots were off and often you were the one who had to back him up. It became such a serious issue that you had requested to not be partnered up with him again. It wasn't that you didn't like him. You did. He was smiling and always happy to talk with anyone and everyone. However, when it came to you he was completely different. He would stumble over his words or miss shots. He was a mess. So you began to actively avoid the boy.

You didn't want to cause him more stress than you already have.

Which lead you to this situation. Standing in front of you, a frown etched on his face with his arms crossed over his chest. You smiled sheepishly at him, unsure of how to act.

"You've been avoiding me." He stated, his voice was clear so unlike before. His voice quivered slightly as though he was about to cry, but his expression showed no indication of sadness.

"We've both been busy. You should understand that" you said, keeping your space from the boy. He huffed, obviously frustrated with your motives.

"You requested not to work with me" his voice cracked for a moment. He sighed, attempting to calm himself. "Why?"

"It was... for the best" you said, raising your hand to your neck. He stepped forward, his arms opened as though he was about to grab you.

"Do you hate me?" He asked, his voice shook as he looked at you with hurt eyes. You flinched back, surprised at the burst of emotion.

"No!" You said quickly. "I just- you don't like me so I figured that it would be better for you." He stared at you, his expression changing from anger to confusion as his hands fell to his side.

"What?" He said, confusion laced in his tone. "What do you mean I hate you? What have you that idea?" He questioned. You crossed your arms, a frown of your own etched your features.

"I mean- you'd miss your shots and you couldn't talk to me. I just figured you didn't like me." You gripped the side of your arm as Nagisa took a deep breath.

"(Name), I like you." Nagisa said, his chest puffed out, hands balled at his sides as he held his breath, waiting for your response.

"You what?" You stared at him, eyes wide and mouth open. "Wait- you like me? How?" You whispered and he laughed sheepishly.

"You make it sound like it's weird. I mean you're attractive and amazing on the field. I always get nervous when I work with you because you're so amazing and I'm... not" he said as he scratched the back of his neck. His chest deflated as he seemed to shrink.

"Nagisa you're amazing! How can you say that!" You walked towards his and gently took his hand in yours. "And I like you too Nagisa. You're amazing. You really are" you send him a reassuring smile and he squeezes your hand back.

"May I kiss you?" He whispered as he moved closer to you. You nodded your head slowly as he wrapped his arms around your waist and pulled you close. You tilted your head to the side, your eyes fluttering shut as his lips connected with yours.