ch 3 A dance of hobbies and hearts

The sun peeked over the horizon, casting a warm golden light across the shared mansion of the newly merged dance academy. The air was filled with the scent of freshly baked cookies from the night before, remnants of the chaotic midnight baking session still lingering. As the bottoms stirred from their slumber, excitement buzzed in the air.

"Wake up, everyone! Today's the day we mix it up!" Hinata called, practically bouncing off the walls of the shared living space. His enthusiasm was contagious as he pulled Yamaguchi from his bed.

"Five more minutes!" Yamaguchi groaned, snuggling deeper into his blankets.

"No time for sleep! We have a dance practice to get ready for!" Hinata replied, determination shining in his eyes.

Morning Practice

In the main studio, the bottoms were setting up for their practice, gearing up for a unique session that would blend contemporary dance with sexy floorwork and belly dancing. The tops, curious about their techniques, gathered at the back, arms crossed and expressions a mix of skepticism and intrigue.

"Are they really going to dance like that?" Tsukishima asked, raising an eyebrow at Hinata as he stretched.

"Just watch," Iwaizumi replied, leaning against the wall, arms crossed, trying to maintain his composure. There was an undeniable excitement bubbling beneath the surface.

As the bottoms began their warm-up, the atmosphere shifted. Hinata led them through a series of fluid movements, his small frame effortlessly transitioning from one pose to another. He demonstrated a graceful belly dance shimmy, drawing giggles and cheers from his friends.

"Look at Hinata go!" Nishinoya cheered, his eyes wide with admiration.

"I didn't know he could do that!" Yamaguchi added, grinning.

"Just wait until you see the floorwork," Sugawara chimed in, a proud smile on his face.

Tension in the Air

As the bottoms moved into their routine, Kageyama couldn't help but watch Hinata closely. The way he moved, so fluid and full of life, was mesmerizing. A warmth spread in his chest that he couldn't quite place.

"You should join them," Kuroo suggested, nudging Kageyama. "It'd be good for you."

"Me? Dance like that? No way," Kageyama retorted, crossing his arms defensively. But the idea lingered, mixing with the flutter of something more profound within him.

Meanwhile, across the room, Iwaizumi watched Oikawa interact with the bottoms, his teasing laughter ringing out. Oikawa was particularly animated, egging on Sugawara and Nishinoya, drawing them into a playful competition of who could execute the most dramatic belly dance moves.

"Focus on your own dance, Iwaizumi," Kageyama said, barely able to conceal the hint of jealousy in his voice.

Iwaizumi smirked. "I'm just making sure my best friend doesn't get too distracted."

A New Routine

After an hour of practice, the bottoms gathered in a circle to catch their breath, flushed and smiling. The tops, having watched the performance, couldn't hide their intrigue anymore.

"Okay, that was actually impressive," Kageyama admitted, scratching the back of his head.

"See? I told you they'd blow you away," Sugawara said, exchanging a proud glance with Hinata.

"Now it's your turn," Nishinoya challenged, a spark in his eyes. "Show us what you've got!"

"Yeah! Let's see your hip-hop moves!" Tanaka shouted, his excitement infectious.

The tops exchanged glances, unsure. "Are you serious?" Tsukishima asked, skepticism clear in his voice.

"Why not? We're all friends now, right?" Oikawa grinned, shrugging. "Just a friendly challenge!"

With a push from Bokuto and Kuroo, the tops reluctantly took their places. Iwaizumi stepped forward, leading the way with strong, sharp movements that contrasted with the bottoms' fluidity. The energy shifted as they broke into their hip-hop routine, incorporating elements of popping and locking.

Afternoon Activities

As the afternoon sun began to dip, the group decided to take a break from dancing. "How about we explore our hobbies?" Kuroo suggested. "We could have some fun and get to know each other better."

"Like what?" Yamaguchi asked, tilting his head.

"Let's split into teams and showcase our hobbies!" Kuroo continued. "We can bake, skate, or whatever else we love doing."

The group buzzed with ideas, each pairing forming naturally. Hinata and Kageyama opted to bake, while Nishinoya and Tanaka chose ice skating, eager to show off their skills. Iwaizumi and Oikawa decided to work on some workouts, blending their gym routines with dance.

"Alright, let's meet back here in a few hours to share what we made!" Kuroo said, clapping his hands together.

Slice of Life Chaos

The kitchen was soon filled with laughter and flour as Hinata and Kageyama struggled to bake cookies. Hinata, overly excited, poured flour everywhere, covering Kageyama in a dusting of white.

"Great, now I'm a ghost," Kageyama grumbled, but a small smile crept onto his face despite the chaos.

"Sorry! Here, let me help!" Hinata said, trying to clean up the mess, but only managing to make it worse.

In the meantime, at the ice rink, Tanaka and Nishinoya were demonstrating their flashy moves, while the tops watched from the sidelines. Oikawa and Iwaizumi exchanged glances, amusement clear on their faces.

"Is this what we're competing against?" Iwaizumi asked, a grin breaking through his stoic facade.

"Pretty much," Oikawa chuckled, nudging him.

Evening Chaos Group Chat

As night fell, the students gathered in the living room once again, sharing what they had accomplished. The atmosphere was relaxed and jovial, and the chaos continued online.

[Group Chat: Chaos Crew]

Hinata: Guys, Kageyama turned into a flour ghost while baking!

Tanaka: LOL! I want to see pictures!

Kageyama: Shut up.

Yamaguchi: We made cookies too!

Oikawa: I'm sure they'll be delicious.

Lev: Wait, did anyone go ice skating?

Nishinoya: Yes! Tanaka almost fell flat on his face!

Tanaka: I did not! It was an intentional move!

Sugawara: Intentional or not, it was hilarious!

As the night wore on, the sound of laughter echoed through the mansion, mixing with the warm glow of friendship and budding romance. The spark between Hinata and Kageyama became more pronounced, their playful banter filled with unspoken feelings.

The blend of hobbies, mischief, and unexpected connections hinted at something deeper, as they all began to realize that this chaotic merging was creating bonds that could last a lifetime.