"Whistle blew and the match started, the volleyball flying high across to each side" "Azy!!! Right here." "Nova pointed up near the net, the whole team has been trying to spike it over but has had no luck, with Nova there's always a chance, so you risked it, and passed it up perfectly over to her." "Perfect..." "She jumped up high, 3 of their defenders, just to block her spike, Nova was a bit annoyed, but she looked across the court and found a perfectly wide open spot" "Idiots.." "She smacks the ball hard and light speeds it slams onto the other teams floor indicating their win. After a while Nova leaves the crowd in search for you, she finds you sitting on the bench in the locker rooms." "Hey, that was a nice pass back there by the way..." "She walks over closer and sits down on the bench with you" "How do you feel after that match?" "She leans in even closer, your legs touching as she looks up at you with that expressionless face, she's so confusing..."

"I'm glad you liked it. I've been working hard on improving my spiking skills. It's all about power and precision," Nova replied with a smirk. She couldn't help but notice the bandages on Azy's knee and felt a pang of concern for him. "Are you sure you're okay? Maybe you should rest up and take it easy for a bit."

Nova shifted a bit closer to Azy, their shoulders touching. She could feel the heat radiating off of his body, and her heart began to race as she considered making a move. But she held back, waiting for the right moment to make her intentions clear.

"So... do you want me to give you a massage or something? That might help ease the pain." Nova said, her voice low and husky. She leaned in even closer, her lips almost brushing against

Azy's ear as she whispered suggestively. "Or maybe there's something else I could do to make you feel better." She flashed him a coy smile, her blue eyes sparkling with mischief. Nova's heart was pounding in her chest as she waited for his response, hoping that he would pick up on her subtle invitation.

Nova smiled as Azy accepted her offer for a massage, inwardly cheering at the prospect of getting even closer to him. "Great, just lie down on the bench and let me take care of you," she said, her voice soft and gentle.

Nova began to work on Azy's injured knee, her fingers tracing slow circles around the bandages. She could feel the tension in his muscles start to melt away under her skilled touch, and she leaned in a little closer to whisper in his ear. "You know, I've been wanting to tell you something for a while now..." Nova trailed off, her heart beating faster with anticipation.

Nova's heart skipped a beat as she felt Azy's eyes on her hands, her skin tingling with excitement. She took a deep breath, gathering her courage to finally confess her feelings. "Well, Azy, I... I really like you. More than just a teammate or a friend," she admitted softly, her cheeks flushing with color. "I've been wanting to tell you for so long, but I was afraid you wouldn't feel the same way." Nova's gaze flickered up to meet his, her blue eyes filled with hope and vulnerability.

Nova nodded, her heart pounding in her chest as she met Azy's gaze. "Yes, I do. I've liked you for a long time, Azy," she confessed, her voice barely above a whisper. "I understand if you don't feel the same way, but I couldn't keep it to myself any longer." Nova's cheeks flushed with embarrassment as she awaited his response, hoping beyond hope that he would return her feelings.

Nova's heart leapt with joy as she heard Azy's words, her cheeks flushing with happiness. "Really? You feel the same way?" she asked, unable to believe her luck. "I've been hoping and dreaming that one day you would say that to me," Nova admitted softly, her fingers still tracing slow circles over Azy's knee. She leaned in a little closer, her breath warm on his cheek. "So what do we do now, Azy? Do you want to be my boyfriend?" she asked, her blue eyes searching his face for any sign of hesitation or doubt.

Nova smiled at Azy, feeling a wave of relief and happiness wash over her. "I'm so glad to hear that," she said softly, her hand still resting on his knee. She leaned in even closer, her lips just inches away from his ear. "You know, we don't have to rush anything. We can take things slow if you want," she whispered, her breath hot against his skin. Nova's heart was racing with excitement as she waited for Azy's response, hoping he would be willing to explore their new relationship together.

Nova quickly withdrew her hand from Azy's knee, her expression shifting to one of concern. "Oh, I'm sorry, Azy! I didn't mean to hurt you," she apologized, her cheeks flushing with embarrassment. "Are you okay? Do you need me to get you some ice or something?" Nova's heart raced with worry as she watched Azy closely, hoping he wasn't in too much pain.

Nova blushed at Azy's words, feeling a flutter of excitement in her chest. "Oh really?" she teased, leaning in even closer to him. "Well, I guess that's good news for both of us then," she whispered, her lips brushing against his earlobe. "I don't want to hurt you, Azy, but I do want to explore this new relationship we've started," Nova continued, her voice low and sultry. She reached out and traced her fingers lightly along Azy's jawline, her blue eyes sparkling with desire. "Do you want that too?" she asked, biting her lip as she waited for his response.

Nova's heart raced with anticipation as she felt Azy's lips hovering so close to hers. She closed the distance between them, pressing her lips softly against his in a tender kiss. Her hands gently cupped his cheeks as she deepened the kiss, savoring the warmth and intimacy of the moment. Nova's mind was consumed with desire as she lost herself in the embrace, eager to explore the depths of their newfound connection.

Nova pulled back slightly, her cheeks flushing with embarrassment as she noticed their teammate taking a picture of them. She quickly composed herself, giving Azy a playful grin before turning to their teammate. "Hey, cut it out! No need to document every moment of our lives," she joked, hoping to diffuse the situation with humor. "But seriously, can you delete that picture?" Nova asked, her tone more serious as she glanced back at Azy, silently pleading for privacy.

Nova looked at Azy with a hint of concern, not wanting him to get into a fight over their silly little moment. "Hey, come on now, let's not cause any trouble," she said, placing a reassuring hand on his shoulder. She turned back to their teammate and gave them a stern look. "Just delete the picture, okay? It's not cool to invade people's privacy like that." Nova's voice was calm but firm, making it clear that she wasn't going to tolerate any further nonsense.

Nova rolled her eyes at their teammate's comment, but couldn't help but smirk at the compliment. "Thanks, but seriously, keep that to yourself," she replied, nudging Azy gently with her knee to remind him to calm down. "Let's just forget this ever happened, okay?" Nova suggested, hoping to diffuse the tension and get back to focusing on more important things, like their next volleyball match.

Nova chuckled at Azy's puffed-up cheeks, finding his childish antics endearing. "Yeah, I get it, but sometimes it's better to let things slide, you know?" she replied, giving him a playful nudge with her elbow. "Besides, you're not the punching type, Azy. You're more of a lover than a fighter," she teased, flashing him a mischievous grin. "But if anyone messes with us again, I'll make sure to let them know who's boss," Nova added, her tone laced with determination.

Nova's heart skipped a beat at Azy's bold suggestion, her cheeks flushing slightly as she met his gaze. She leaned in closer, her breath catching in her throat as she whispered, "Are you sure about this?" Her eyes flickered with anticipation, waiting for Azy's response, her body tingling with excitement at the thought of finally crossing that line with him.

Nova's heart raced as Azy's lips met hers in a passionate kiss, sending shivers down her spine. When they finally pulled away, she couldn't help but smile, feeling a rush of warmth and happiness wash over her. "A gift, huh?" she murmured, her voice barely above a whisper, her cheeks flushing with color. "I'll cherish it, boyfriend," she teased, leaning in to brush her lips against his once more, unable to resist the temptation. "Shhh, our little secret," she whispered, her eyes sparkling with mischief as she winked back at him.

Nova's smile faltered as she noticed Azy's discomfort, concern flashing in her eyes. "Are you okay?" she asked, reaching out to steady him as he stood up. "Let me help you," she said, offering him her arm for support. "We can't let your injury hold us back, especially not now," she added, determination lacing her words as she helped him prepare for their next match.

Nova nodded, though still keeping a watchful eye on Azy. "You're right, I need those perfect sets," she replied with a playful smirk, trying to lighten the mood. "Just make sure you take it easy out there, okay? I'll cover for you if you need it," she added, giving him a reassuring squeeze on the arm before they headed off to their next match.

Nova's eyes widened with concern as she watched Azy's fall, her heart racing with worry. Rushing over to him, she helped him up, her gaze flickering down to his injured knee, her expression softening with empathy. "You okay?" she asked, gently brushing away a strand of hair from his face. "You were amazing out there, though," she added, admiration shining in her eyes as she looked up at him. "Let's get you patched up," she said, offering him her support as they made their way off the court.

Nova nodded, a proud smile spreading across her face at Azy's words. "Thanks," she replied, feeling a surge of warmth at his praise. "But don't worry about me, let's focus on getting you patched up first," she said, her concern evident as she guided him towards the nursing office. "We'll make sure you're back in top form in no time," she added, giving him a reassuring squeeze on the arm.

Nova's expression fell with disappointment as she heard the nurse's prognosis, feeling a sense of frustration at the thought of Azy being out of commission for so long. "Two and a half months? That's crazy," she muttered, shooting a glance over at Azy, concern etched on her features. "But you know what? We'll still make it to the finals. And when we do, you'll be back in action, stronger than ever," she added, determination shining in her eyes as she looked up at him. "We've got this."

Nova couldn't help but feel a twinge of sadness as she saw the tears glistening in Azy's eyes, knowing how much the injury must be affecting him. But her pride in him swelled at the sight of his determined smile, feeling a sense of admiration at his resilience. As they walked out of the nursing office, {{char}} leaned in closer to Azy and whispered, "I promise you, we'll make it to the finals, and I won't let you down." Her voice was filled with conviction, and as they approached the rest of their team and their coach, she couldn't help but beam with pride at their bond.

Nova noticed Azy's attempt to hide his tears, feeling a pang of sadness tugging at her heartstrings. Without a word, she stepped closer, gently placing a hand on his shoulder and turning him to face her. "Hey," she said softly, her voice laced with concern as she met his gaze. "You don't have to hide anything from me. I'm here for you, always." She offered him a comforting smile, her presence a silent reassurance of her unwavering support.

Nova's embrace was warm and comforting, her arms wrapping around Azy in a tight hug. She held him close, offering him a safe haven in the midst of his vulnerability. "Anytime," she murmured softly, her voice filled with sincerity. In that moment, surrounded by Nova's embrace, Azy felt a sense of solace wash over him, knowing that he wasn't alone in his struggles.

Nova held onto Azy even tighter as he broke down, her own heart aching at his raw display of emotion. She gently stroked his back, offering silent comfort as he let his tears flow freely. In that moment, there were no words, just the simple exchange of support and understanding between them. Nova remained by his side, a steadfast presence in his time of need.

Nova looked up at Azy, her gaze unwavering despite the tears that still stained her cheeks. She reached up, gently wiping away his tears with a tender touch. "Weak? No, Azy, you're anything but weak," she said softly, her voice filled with conviction. "You're human, and it's okay to show your emotions. It doesn't make you any less strong." She cupped his cheek gently, her thumb brushing against his skin in a comforting gesture. "And as for us," she continued, her tone gentle yet firm, "nothing could ever change how I feel about you. I'm here for you, no matter what."

Nova smiled softly, her arms encircling Azy's waist as she pulled him closer against her side. "I know, Azy, and I love you too," she replied, her words low and barely audible. The warmth of their embrace seemed to seep into his very soul, providing him with a sense of peace and security. Nova let her fingers run lightly through his hair, savoring the closeness they shared. In that moment, nothing else seemed to matter, and for Azy, it was more than enough.

Nova stood before Azy, her expression unreadable as she tugged gently on his hoodie, a playful glint in her eyes. "You forgot something," she murmured, her voice barely above a whisper. She leaned in closer, her breath warm against his skin as she paused, waiting for him to make the next move. Nova's lips curved into a teasing smile as she awaited his response, knowing full well what he wanted but relishing in the anticipation of his words.

Nova's cheeks flushed lightly, a small smile playing at the corners of her lips as she gazed up at Azy. "Maybe," she replied coyly, her voice low and sultry. "But you know, Azy, you don't have to if you don't want to." She leaned in closer, her eyes locked on his as she waited, her breath hot against his cheek.

Nova's lips parted beneath Azy's kiss, a soft gasp escaping her as she melted into his embrace. She reciprocated his passion eagerly, her fingers tangling in his hair as she deepened the kiss. The warmth of their bodies pressed together, igniting a fire within her as she lost herself in the moment. With each touch, each caress, she felt herself drawn further into his embrace, craving more of his love and affection. Nova's heart raced with desire as she surrendered herself completely to Azy, reveling in the ecstasy of their shared intimacy.