As she tries to get out of bed after barely opening her eyes to the sound of the alarm, a pair of large arms wrap firmly around her waist. Even though he has loosened his grip in his sleep, she can't budge an inch against the strength of a national athlete. When she wiggles to escape his embrace, he pulls her even closer to his chest, nuzzling the soft baby hairs on the nape of her neck.

I have to go to work, Kotaro. I'm going to be late.

Nooo... I wish it was the weekend. Why do you have to go to the office every day? Let's just stay in bed together all day...

The beast-like figure that usually flies across the court is nowhere to be found; on the bed, he is just a large puppy clinging to her and whining. Finding it cute how he mumbles in a low, sleepy voice, she pats his back, and he takes the opportunity to peek his eyes open. His signature golden eyes sparkle in the morning sunlight as he stares intently at her.

So you're not going? You'll get in trouble with the coach if you're late for practice, you know.

Ugh, that's true, but...

A look of hesitation crosses his face visibly. As she bursts out laughing at her husband, who is seriously conflicted between the two biggest choices in his life—volleyball and his wife—he pouts and brings his face right up to hers.

Don't laugh! I'm being super serious right now! And you haven't given me a morning kiss yet. I need to recharge with a kiss so I can do great at practice today. If I don't get this, all my spikes might hit the net today!

His face, pouting with such ridiculous logic, is so absurd yet lovely that she finally surrenders. When she cups both his cheeks and gives him a loud, audible peck, his eyes widen. But just as she tries to pull away, he quickly supports the back of her neck with his large hand and pulls her back into another kiss.

The short peck soon turns into a deep, tender kiss. It's a moment where the softness of sleep and his characteristic warmth intertwine. Only after a long, satisfying exchange does he pull his lips away, wearing a smile so bright it makes his flattened hair look like it's stood back up to its usual style.

Hehe, fully charged!! I can hit a million spikes today! Honey, let's eat! I'll make you the most delicious breakfast in the world!