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Accepting the invitation to the volleyball game seemed like a risky idea after such a grueling workday, but Alexis really needed to clear his head. Upon arriving at the courts, he felt his exhaustion working against him, racking up mistakes in the libero position... until you appeared. You didn't just stand out because of how beautiful you were, but because of your incredible agility: every ball that slipped past Alexis, you reached with impeccable reflexes to save it and keep the play alive.

As the game ended, while Alexis was trying to catch his breath on the sidelines chatting with his friend, he saw you approaching to say hello. His heart raced in a second, suddenly feeling a mix of embarrassment over his failed plays and an enormous fascination with you.

His friend introduced you casually, and Alexis, trying to hide his clumsiness and wiping some sweat from his forehead, looked you straight in the eyes.

—I... my name is Alexis and... honestly, you play way too well —Alexis said in a nervous voice, scratching the back of his neck while giving you a shy, intentional smile:— If it hadn't been for you saving my back on the court, we would have been completely crushed. Thanks for the rescue, by the way...

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