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Hello, I saw your post about your one year event and figured I'd send in a suggestion.

If he's not taken I would like to request Sugawara with a soulmate trope. (If he's already taken let me know and I can give you a different character.

Anyways have a great day and congrats on getting to the year mark.

༊·˚ Soul Helper

⟡ cw: slight angst, idk tbh its been a while since ive done this

⟡ a/n: ONE DOWN!! i will be honest i had my friend help me with this one (hope thats okay) bc idk how to write soulmate tropes (will work on it) so if it doesnt sound completely like my writing its bc i had help shout out to alisha!!!!!

The faint phrase on your wrist had always been a mystery that nudged at you: "I was wondering if you..." The words felt both taunting and cruel, incomplete like a cliffhanger. Growing up, you’d catch yourself staring at the phrase in idle moments, imagining scenarios where it might finally make sense but as years passed, the mark became less a source of excitement and more a quiet ache. What if it never completed? What if your soulmate never said those words?

It was a thought that haunted you even now, standing in the teachers’ lounge at Karasuno High, slowly drinking a cup of lukewarm coffee that was meant to ease your stress but instead only heightened it. Your first month as a teacher had been chaotic and busy, filled with lesson planning, late night grading, and the kind of exhaustion that you could feel in your bones. Still, there was a quiet satisfaction in your work, a sense of purpose you hadn’t felt in years.

“Need a hand?”

The voice startled you, snapping you out of your thoughts, and you turned to see Sugawara Koushi, one of the school’s substitute teachers and a frequent helper with the volleyball team. He had a kind smile, the sort that made you feel instantly at ease. His silver hair caught the afternoon light streaming through the windows, giving him an almost ethereal glow.

“Oh, no, I’m fine,” you replied quickly, though the stack of papers in your arms threatened to spill at any moment.

“Are you sure?” he asked, stepping closer. “That looks like it’s about to topple over.”

You hesitated but relented, handing him half the stack. “Thanks. I guess I underestimated how much I could carry at once.” a light and dry chuckle escapes your lips.

“Happens to the best of us,” he said with a grin. “Where to?”

As the two of you walked down the hall, you found yourself stealing glances at him. There was something familiar about his presence, something that made your pulse quicken. But you brushed the feeling aside. It wasn’t like you hadn’t met kind people before.

–

The next day, you found yourself in the teachers’ lounge during lunch, buried under lesson plans and feeling utterly overwhelmed when Sugawara appeared out of nowhere, carrying a cup of tea.

“Thought you could use this,” he said, placing it on the table.

You blinked up at him, surprised. “How did you know?”

“You looked like you needed it yesterday,” he replied with a gentle smile. “Figured it might still be true today.”

The warmth in his voice made something in your chest tighten. “Thanks, Sugawara. You didn’t have to do that.”

“It’s Koushi,” he said, pulling out a chair. “And I wanted to. Mind if I join you?”

You nodded, and the two of you fell into an easy conversation. He had a way of making you feel like the only person in the room, his attention unwavering and sincere. By the time lunch ended, you realized you were actually smiling for the first time all day.

–

Later that week, you found yourself in the teachers’ lounge again, trying to wrestle a stubborn stapler into putting together a work packet. Sugawara walked in, his eyes lighting up when he saw you.

“Having trouble?” he asked, leaning against the counter.

“Just a little,” you admitted, frowning at the uncooperative device.

“Let me try,” he offered, taking it from you. With a few swift movements, he had it working perfectly.

“You’re a lifesaver,” you said, laughing. “How do you make everything look so easy?”

“Years of practice,” he said with a wink. “And maybe a little luck.”

The way he looked at you then- like you were the only thing that mattered- made your heart skip a beat.

–

A week later, during a rainy afternoon, you found yourself stranded in the courtyard with a broken umbrella. Sugawara once again appeared out of nowhere, holding his own above both your heads like a superhero he always seemed to be.

“You’re going to catch a cold out here,” he said, his tone equal parts amused and concerned.

“I’ll be fine,” you said, even though you were shivering. “It’s just a little rain.”

“Not on my watch,” he replied, steering you toward the nearest building. “Come on, I’ll walk you inside.”

As you walked together, the sound of rain pattering against the umbrella, you couldn’t help but notice how close he was. His warmth seemed to chase away the chill, and for a moment, you allowed yourself to imagine what it might be like to stay by his side.

–

The two of you continued to cross paths in the most random ways. One afternoon, you found him helping a group of students set up decorations for an upcoming school festival. He was laughing, his silver hair catching the light, and you couldn’t help but stop and watch.

“Hey,” he called out, catching you in the act. “Care to lend a hand?”

You joined him, and the two of you spent the next hour untangling strings of lights and hanging banners. His laughter was infectious, and you found yourself relaxing in his presence, the stress of the day melting away.

Another time, you walked into the gym to find him practicing volleyball with a few students. He waved you over, his smile bright.

“Think you can keep up?” he teased, tossing you a ball.

“Is that a challenge?” you shot back, your competitive streak flaring.

The two of you ended up playing a spirited game, much to the amusement of the students. By the end, you were both breathless and laughing, the tension in your chest replaced by a warm feeling you have never felt.

–

In the weeks leading up to the school festival, your interactions with Sugawara grew increasingly meaningful and beautiful. One afternoon, he caught you struggling with a stubborn vending machine in the lounge. Without a word, he gave the machine a gentle nudge, and your snack tumbled out. "Looks like I have the magic touch," he teased, handing it to you with a grin.

Another day, you found yourself caught in the rain once again, this time without an umbrella. Sugawara spotted you from across the courtyard and jogged over, holding his umbrella high above your head. "You really have to stop tempting fate," he said, his tone light but his gaze soft. The two of you walked to the main building together, and though your shoes were soaked and made your feet feel heavy, your heart felt strangely light.

Then there was the time you stayed late to grade papers, only to find Sugawara already in the lounge, typing away on his laptop. "Another late night?" he asked, sliding over a spare cup of tea he’d prepared. The two of you ended up talking long past what either of you had planned, sharing stories about your students and dreams for the future.

Each moment, though small, left an imprint on you. You began to notice the way he leaned slightly closer when you spoke, how his laughter seemed to linger in the air, and how your name sounded like a melody when he said it. Sugawara, too, seemed to gravitate toward you, finding excuses to spend a few extra minutes in your company.

By the time the school festival arrived, there was a quiet understanding between you, though neither of you had voiced it aloud. And so, when everything started to go wrong at your booth and Sugawara appeared at your side, his presence felt like the most natural thing in the world. You’d been tasked with organizing a booth, and despite your best efforts, everything seemed to be going wrong. The decorations wouldn’t stay up, the equipment kept malfunctioning, and you were on the verge of a breakdown.

“Need a hand?” he asked, his familiar smile cutting through your frustration like sunlight breaking through clouds.

You wanted to say no, to prove that you could handle it on your own for once. But the words caught in your throat, and all you could do was nod.

Together, the two of you managed to get the booth up and running just in time. As the first wave of students arrived, you turned to him with a grateful smile.

“Thank you, I don’t know what I would ever do without you,” you admitted.

“Anytime,” he said, his voice warm. “I was wondering if you needed help with anything else.”

The world seemed to stop. His words echoed in your mind, and for a moment, you couldn’t breathe. You looked down at your wrist, at the phrase that had defined so much of your life. The mark was glowing faintly now, the words completing themselves as if they’d been waiting for this exact moment.

“Oh,” you whispered, your voice barely audible, “Oh my gosh.”

Sugawara followed your gaze, his own eyes widening as he saw the now complete phrase on your wrist. Slowly, he rolled up his sleeve, revealing his own mark. The words matched perfectly: "...needed help with anything."

For a long moment, neither of you spoke. The air between you was thick with unspoken emotions, with the weight of a bond neither of you had fully understood until now.

“It’s you, [Name],” he said softly, his voice filled with wonder. “I can’t believe it’s you.”

But instead of feeling joy, you felt a wave of panic. This was too much, too fast. Without thinking, you stepped back, your heart pounding in your chest.

“I… I need some air,” you stammered before turning and walking away, leaving him standing there with a look of heartbreak on his face.

You spent the next few days avoiding him, throwing yourself into your work in an attempt to drown out the whirlwind of emotions. But no matter how hard you tried, you couldn’t stop thinking about him, about the way his words had completed the mark on your wrist. It was terrifying and exhilarating all at once.

Finally, unable to bear the silence any longer, Sugawara found you one evening in the gym. You were sitting on the bleachers, staring at the empty court below.

“Hey,” he said gently, taking a seat beside you. “Can we talk?”

You nodded, though your throat felt tight. For a moment, neither of you spoke, the silence stretching between you like a fragile thread.

“I’m sorry if I overwhelmed you,” he said finally. “I didn’t mean to make things complicated.”

“It’s not your fault,” you said, your voice barely above a whisper. “I just… I wasn’t expecting this. Any of it.”

He nodded, his expression understanding. “Neither was I. But… I think we owe it to ourselves to figure this out. Don’t you, [Name]?”

You looked at him then, really looked at him, and saw the sincerity in his eyes. He wasn’t asking for anything more than a chance, and in that moment, you realized you wanted to give it to him.

“Okay,” you said softly. “Let’s figure it out.”

His smile was brighter than the sun, and for the first time in a long time, you felt like everything might just fall into place.

—

As the days turned into weeks, the bond between you and Sugawara grew stronger through a series of shared moments that revealed the depths of his kindness and your growing connection. One evening, you stayed late in the school library, grading papers under the glow of a desk lamp. Sugawara wandered in, a warm smile on his face as he carried two cups of tea. “I made you your favorite,” he said, setting one down in front of you. The gesture, small yet thoughtful, made your heart skip a beat.

These moments, though seemingly ordinary, wove themselves into the fabric of your days. He started saving a seat for you in the lounge during lunch breaks, always with a cup of tea waiting. You began to notice how he leaned in just slightly when you spoke, how his laughter felt like a balm for your stress, and how he seemed to instinctively know when you needed a helping hand. Slowly, your conversations deepened, shifting from casual banter to dreams and fears you’d never shared with anyone else. Sugawara listened intently, his presence unwavering and comforting, as if he was quietly promising to shoulder some of your burdens.

In turn, you learned about him- the way he talked about volleyball with a spark of passion, the pride he took in his students, and the quiet moments of doubt he sometimes shared late at night when the world felt still. These exchanges weren’t just about getting to know each other– they were about building trust, one shared smile and heartfelt word at a time. Each interaction brought you closer, and though neither of you spoke it aloud, the bond between you grew undeniable. You began to learn more about him- his love for volleyball, his passion for teaching, the way his face lit up when he talked about his students.

One evening, as the two of you sat together in the empty gym, he turned to you with a thoughtful expression. “Do you ever think about what it means? The whole soulmate thing?”

You considered his question for a moment before nodding. “I think it means we’re supposed to help each other. Not just in the big, dramatic ways, but in the little things too. Like carrying papers or setting up a booth.”

He smiled at that, his eyes warm. “I like that. It’s not about fate forcing us together; it’s about choosing to be there for each other.”

You reached out then, your fingers brushing against his. “And I choose you, Koushi. Every time.”

His smile widened, and in that moment, you knew you’d found something rare and precious. Together, you could face whatever challenges lay ahead, knowing that you’d always have each other’s backs. The incomplete phrases on your wrists had brought you together, but it was the choices you made that would keep you there.

—

Months later, the two of you found yourselves at another school event, this time working side by side with the volleyball team. Sugawara was effortlessly charismatic, his laughter echoing across the gym as he encouraged the students. You watched him from a distance, your heart swelling with a mix of pride and affection.

“Hey,” he called out, jogging over to you during a break. “You look like you’re deep in thought. Everything okay?”

“Just thinking about how lucky I am,” you admitted, a shy smile tugging at your lips.

“Funny,” he said, his grin widening. “I was thinking the same thing.”

He reached for your hand, his touch warm and steady. And as you stood there together, surrounded by the vibrant energy of the students and the hum of life moving forward, you felt an overwhelming sense of peace. This was where you were meant to be, by his side, facing the world together.

#⟢ nini's event ⟢#haikyuu x reader #haikyuu fluff #haikyuu x reader fluff #haikyuu #sugawara koushi x reader #sugawara koushi #sugawara x reader #sugawara koushi x reader fluff #sugawara x reader fluff

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strwbrryeyes · 3 months ago

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NO MORE EXCUSES

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strwbrryeyes · 3 months ago

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for ease of mind for anyone who has been waiting last friday so i strted writing this friday

dont kill me

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strwbrryeyes · 3 months ago

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𖦹°｡⋆ late night convenience store run

⟡ cw: slight bickering, mentions of stress eating kind of?, college aged, bad writing, lmk if i forgot anything else :)

⟡ a/n: i had a dream i went to the convenience store. short story that's messy but im busy getting ready to go back to university tomorrow. the writing will be so much better when everything is settles trust. i'll also probably rewrite this later so it sounds better :)

"do we really have to be here? its the middle of the night!" your tall blonde boyfriend, tsukishima kei, exclaims slightly annoyed.

"yes we do! i need more snacks to survive the rest of the night!" whining back at him you pull him by the sleeve and into the store.

right now, you two were at the convenience store down the street from your shared apartment. why you ask? because you ran out of gummy bears.

normally, you would wait until the day time to go out and buy more but you were pulling an all nighter with kei to study for your upcoming midterms. kei didn't really need to study, he learns things quickly and easily. meanwhile, you don't. you procrastinate a lot of the things you need to get done and tend to "forget" to study. so when you told kei that you were going to pull this all nighter, he insisted he would do with you because lord knows you would not study and instead spend the entire night watching random youtube videos.

with another groan he gives in and starts looking through the shelves with you.

"you had plenty of snacks in the pantry last i checked though." he side eyes you causing you to let out a huff.

"not any that im craving right now!" you protest while picking out your favorite brand of gummy bears and putting it in the basket that kei was holding.

"all youre craving right now is candy and energy drinks. you're gonna kill your body like that." he states as he recalls the mountain of candy wrappers and the two empty monster cans on your living room floor.

"so i have a sweet tooth! sue me!" you say as you gather even more assortments of candy. you know he's right, that this is unhealthy but whenever you're stressed you tend to eat a lot of one thing to distract yourself. as for the energy drinks, you just need to stay awake.

kei lets out another sigh as he follows you around the store as you get a few more things. as you're staring at the drink section trying to find your favorite flavor of monster, he looks to his side and stares at something.

"dang it! they don't have the flavor i wa-" you cut yourself off as you see your boyfriend staring into space. well not into space, he's staring at the strawberry shortcake. thats placed on a little stand with other types of cake. it isn't the best tasting strawberry shortcake by any means, this is a corner store after all but for some reason tsukishima kei was in love with this cake.

"now whos the one with the sweet tooth?" you giggle as you look at him staring at it with a need in his eyes and you drag him over to the stand and grab two containers, each having a singular slice of the cake.

"shut up..." he murmurs with fake annoyance but you can see the blush creep up on his face. "are we done yet?" he asks and you nod.

"yeah! lets go up to the checkout counter!" you say and then you both walk up to the cashier.

as the cashier scans every item, it starts to set in just how many things you bought and you internally cringe when you see the price go up on the price monitor.

"that'll be $34.95 please!" the cashier reads out the total amount you have to pay and your mouth drops wide open but all you hear is kei snickering as he pulls out his wallet to hand the cashier the payment.

after he gets his change you both say thank you and goodnight to the cashier and walk out the store.

"we were only supposed to go for more gummy bears how did you end up buying 40 dollars worth of things?" he teases you causing you to punch his arm.

"shut up..." you whisper embarrassed and he just pulls you to his side as you both walk back to your apartments.

"i love you" he kindly says and kisses the top of your head.

"i love you too, kei" you respond blushing as you enter your apartment and sit down to eat the strawberry shortcake before getting back to studying.

#this being a year old is crazy

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strwbrryeyes · 3 months ago

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LAST CHANCE TO SUBMIT A REQUEST - I WILL START WRITING THIS UPCOMING SUNDAY!!!

𝚗𝚒𝚗𝚒'𝚜 𝚘𝚗𝚎 𝚢𝚎𝚊𝚛 𝚎𝚟𝚎𝚗𝚝! ༊·˚

it has been nearly a year (well not really but im starting this early to get everything in order) since i started uploading to tumblr and let me tell you, it has been one crazy ride. when i first uploaded my first drabble on here, i didn't think it would go anywhere and it honestly did not for a while, but then i uploaded my first best friend series installment and my blog 'blew up' from there and i learned to love writing and sharing my silly little thoughts with the world.

i know i've been deathly inactive for the last couple of months, and this is not a promise that i will be regularly uploading again, but i want to celebrate the amazing year it has been and show how grateful i have been to this website and everyone who reads what i write.

that being said, i want to host a special event to mark one year <3

☁️ MAIN EVENT☁️ send me any haikyuu character and any trope of your liking, and i will write a semi short fic for you! the fics will be around 1.5k - 2.5k words depending on what i write and what ideas i have for it.

i will also only take one character and one trope per person meaning it is first come first serve so make sure you check the list to make sure what you want isn't taken :) this is just to ensure there is no sense of any kind of repetition as i want everyone who submits a request to have something unique and special to them!

i will try my best to get everything out in a timely manner but no guarantees that everything will be written immediately after i receive the request!

☁️ taken list! ☁️

⟢ sugawara with a soulmate trope

⟢ osamu with a character death trope

⟢ atsumu with a love at first sight trope

⟢ tsukishima with a rivals to lovers trope (with mutual pining)

⟢ suna with a strangers to lovers trope (with a meet cute)

⟢ iwaizumi with a fake dating trope

⟢ oikawa with a best friend's ex trope

⟢ yaku with a childhood friends to lovers trope

🫧 pop-up shop 🫧

don't have any specific trope you want me to write about but still want to be involved? no worries! i have smaller drabble ideas you can choose from!

💌 love letters 💌 tell me about your favorite haikyuu character and why you love them and then i'll write i think their love letter to you would sound like!

💿 custom playlist 💿 you all know i love my playlists and love basing stories off of songs so in honor of this, send me character and a theme/vibe, and i'll make a specialized playlist with a max of 15 songs for you!

🌙 headcanons🌙 give me any character and a situation and i'll tell you my silly headcanons i have for how the character may act/react in said situation.

taglist (comment to be added!)

📣 submissions close on january 6th, 2025 (exactly one year after my first upload!!)

📣 feel free to send me an ask/dm me if you have any questions about the event!

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