One more chance (M. Atsumu x fem!reader)

[01] The loss

The ball hit the ground.

You were too late.

You got back up as you heard the whistle blow, the other team celebrating their win.

you had just lost the finals of the nationals.

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"And the best Libero award goes to... (L/n) (F/n)!"

The audience bursted out in cheers as you went to the stage to accept your award.

"The best outside hitter award goes to.. Hayashi Chiyo!"

You gave a friendly glare to the wing spiker from the opponent's team who you just lost to, who also happened to be your rival for a long time.

"And lastly, the MVP of the Interhigh competition goes to... (L/n) (F/n)!"

The audience cheered even louder. Who knew you would get 2 awards? You accepted the grace and shouted out a thank you.

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You and your team were outside the gymnasium, you were sitting down, hands covering your face.

Kanoka
"(Y/n), don't be so hard on yourself!"

Maiko
"Kanoka is right, you're acting as if
we lost because of you."

"plus you literally won 2 awards"

You looked up, your face in distress.

"But if I just made it in time, we could've won."

The captain of the team slapped your back.

Hana
"Volleyball is a team sport, we all lost here."

"I know that... but I
just wanted to prove I
was worthy."

Kaori, the 2nd year middle blocker sighed.

Kaori
"(Y/n), you're literally one of
Japan's greatest teen libero, and you're a SECOND YEAR! you're already worthy, you're even more than worthy."

"and stop it you won two awards anyways""

Your teammates shook their heads in agreement.

You chuckled.

"Im blushing right now."

Your best friend Kimiko, a middle blocker, shook her head.

Kimiko
"I swear, with a bit of praise,
her whole mood instantly changes."

Your teammates laughed, as you stood up and huffed.

"Not true. I can't tolerate
this behavior!"

Hana
"Then don't"

You dramatically gasped.
Kimiko nudged you to pick up your bags as it was time to go.
You picked up your bags and smiled at your captain and setter.

"Sorry we had to lose your last
year here."

Hana chuckled

Hana
"Its all good. we still have spring interhighs"

Aoi
"We'll definitely win then."

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