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The screen is shaking, a hand covering most of the view. Only a flash of the well-known face is recognizable until the hand withdraws and Kenma leans back. He observes the camera with a tilted head, checking the recording.
Then, he finally faces the camera, his eyes gleaming in the natural lighting. For once, he is not sitting in his recording room. Only warm colors of what seems to be a traditional house can be seen. Kenma is leaning against the wall, cross-legged, wearing a bouncing ball hoodie and sweats.
“This sight is not something you are used to, I assume, but if you clicked this video, you already know what it is about. On my recent stream, I was talking about doing something special for hitting five million subscribers and asked what you would be interested in. The poll on my discord affirmed that this is what you wanted.”
Kenma stretches his arms in what one might call a flourish gesture if it was anyone other than Kenma, who put no effort into channeling the grandeur needed to pull it off. He also does not seem to particularly care. “Here I am,” he adds as an afterthought, voice typically devoid of emotion. “About to show you a day in the life of kodzuken, aka me.”
Now, Kenma leans forward.
05:30
“Hello everyone!” Kuroo is waving at the camera, a bright grin on his face. He is obviously still lying in bed. And is also not wearing a shirt. The sun has still not risen and only a weak light source from the right is illuminating his face.
“It’s 5:33 and I just woke up,” Kuroo explains, way too cheerily and energetic for someone who just woke up.
“Kenma is still sleeping, of course,” he adds with a side glance. “Let me show you.”
The screen shakes as Kuroo moves the camera. Next, only a lump of a blanket can be seen. A black crown of hair is peeking out, half buried into the pillow, half into Kuroo’s side. A flash of Kuroo’s abs, then the camera focuses back on Kuroo.
“Kenma is going to sleep for a few more hours. I will head out for my workout, get ready for work and make breakfast so that our favorite grumpy youtuber can eat when he wakes up, before I have to leave for work.” Kuroo’s face screams of fondness while he says this. Out of frame, ruffling can be heard and Kuroo sniggers. “I will leave you to watch Kenma sleep for a while, have a good one!”
With that, Kuroo gets out of bed, the video shaking as it moves with him. Then, it returns to stationary as Kuroo sets the camera down. Kenma, or rather the buddle of bed sheets that cover him, is still in frame. One hears the door open and close.
The time lapses quickly, the clock on the bottom right of the video speeds up. Kenma moves little in his sleep.
07:11
The time lapse suddenly stops and Kenma sits up just as sudden. First, he checks the space beside him, finding it empty.
Kenma spots the camera, groans and flops over back into the bed. There, he lingers for a bit. Then, he pulls himself up again and faces the camera. “Morning,” he croaks, obviously not fully awake.
“Why did Kuroo put the camera so far away,” he whines. “Now I have to get up.”
Kenma sighs but gets up anyway. He is wearing an oversized shirt, black, obviously belonging to his Bouncing Ball merch line. As he comes closer to the screen, he drags his feet. The camera jolts again and finally, Kenma appears. He has pulled a sweater on and his eyes are not fully open. “I am too tired for this, I will do a proper intro later.” He never really does.
Then, he takes the camera with him as he leaves the bedroom and shuffles to the kitchen. Even before he enters, sounds of someone roaming around it can be heard. There is humming, too.
Kenma walks straight into Kuroo’s back, definitely wrinkling his boyfriend's dress shirt, and the camera goes black for a short moment. Kuroo laughs. Then, Kenma puts the camera down on the counter and wraps his arms around Kuroo without saying anything.
As Kuroo is still busy finishing their breakfast, he only loosely hugs the arm wrapped around him. He is chuckling. “Are you just going to ignore the camera?
“Yes,” Kenma grumbles.
“Kenma,” Kuroo is definitely laughing now. He pushes Kenma away to face him. His tone is teasing and there is a grin on his face.“That was not the point behind all of this.”
Kenma only groans and leans forward again. His forehead thumps against Kuroo’s chest. Kuroo is already wearing his tie, an inconspicuous red. “Only until you leave.”
Kuroo snorts. “If you say so.”
Then, he turns back to the stove, turns it off and shuffles Kenma towards the kitchen table. “Let’s have breakfast.”
07:52
“Ah, look at the time. I need to get ready to leave.”
Kenma whines. During the entirety of their breakfast, he ate automatically. Silently, he listened to Kuroo talk about his morning, fighting to keep his eyes open but determined to spend some time with his boyfriend.
Gently, Kuroo shifts Kenma’s legs off his lap and gets up. Then, he leans down for a quick kiss and another quirk of his lips. “It’s your fault for renting a place this far away.”
“You are not being fair.”
“You are still half asleep.”
“Am not.”
“Are too.”
“Am not.”
Kuroo laughs, ruffling Kenma’s hair. “Are too.”
Kenma tilts into it when Kuroo kisses him again. Holds himself back from pulling Kuroo down again and again. He lets him go unwillingly.
“Love ya, see you later.” And with that, Kuroo leaves.
Kenma stares after him as if he doesn’t realize he had already left. Distantly, one hears a door fall shut. Kenma’s face slumps against their kitchen table with a painful groan.
Then, finally, he faces the camera again. He is pouting. “I am going back to bed.”
08:23
“I am now officially awake.” Kenma faces the camera, for the first time his eyes are not falling shut. His gaze is attentive.
“Sorry about that, slow mornings and all.” He is once again sitting on his bed. “It is now almost half past eight and I have maybe ten minutes to shower and then I should start working.”
He cocks his head. “You would like it if I took you with me, wouldn’t you?”
There is a beat of silence, then he chuckles. “Just kidding. That one is limited access.”
Kenma gets up from the bed, the camera shakes with his movement. He lifts his free hand. “Subscriber count is exactly one.”
Instead of following Kenma into the bathroom, Kenma sets the camera down in front of its door. The door opens again seven minutes later. Kenma is still - or once again? - wearing sweats and a hoodie.
His hair is still wet when he picks the camera back up. For once, it is not pulled into a low bun, instead brushing against his shoulders.
“The first thing I do each morning is check my emails. Check what my assistant forwarded me, y’know, sponsors that reached out or other stuff I might be interested in. Also checking what kind of documents I need to sign for my company and what meetings are planned for the day.”
While he was talking, he was already on the way to his office. Sitting down in front of his computer and turning it on, his face is still flushed from his recent shower.
“To be honest, it’s not the most exciting time of my day and you are also not allowed to see any of the documents I am working on. Quality content, right?”
He points to the camera. “Don’t forget you asked for this.”
With a sigh, he tries to hype himself up.
“Let’s get to work then.”
10:01
“I just finished checking my emails. It’s ten now.” Kenma zooms in on the bottom right corner of his desktop, proving his words. Then, the camera pans back to his face. Strands of hair were falling into his face.
“Ah, give me a sec,” he puts the camera down shakily. Kenma, however, is still in frame. “Gonna put my hair up and then continue recording my next upload.”
Expertly gathering his hair, he is mumbling to himself. One hand reaches beyond the camera streams and returns with a red scrunchie. Kenma’s nose scrunches as he ties his hair.
Checking the bun in the camera, he clicks his tongue. “This should be fine, right?” Then, he snorts. “Talking to myself like this feels so weird. I really am not the biggest vlogger. How do people do this without feeling awkward? Anyway, let’s get back to gaming.”
He adjusts the camera so he and his setup are in frame. The red scrunchie is clearly visible against his bi-colored hair and pale neck. There is almost a grin on his face when he speaks next. “FNAF, anyone?”
The next couple of scenes feature Kenma greeting his viewers. Last time, Kenma stopped recording after arriving at the daycare. The video went up the day before and Kenma is well aware that his viewers were awaiting the next part.
Assuredly, Kenma maneuvers Gregory and slides into fun, down the multicolor tube.
12:14
“I am currently in a car.” Kenma begins once again, obviously being seated inside a car. Dark cushioned seats make his evenso dark sweater barely recognizable and his pale skin shine. At least he appears to wear actual slacks instead of his usual sweats. “I’m on my way to the company. I have some meetings scheduled and I will probably also do a short stream from there if I feel up to it or the meetings don’t drag on for too long. Thankfully, today is one of the slow days. I don’t have too much to do. Kuro and I can spend the evening together as long as he can leave work on time.”
Next to Kenma, outside the window, one can see different buildings passing by. “Traffic is terrible during this time,” Kenma sighs. “Let’s just hope I won’t get stuck.”
He does not. Twenty minutes later, Kenma arrives at the skyscraper that also houses his company. The car takes a turn and enters an unfamiliar parking lot. This is where Kenma exits the car, bids the driver farewell and marches to the elevator, hidden behind a set of automatic doors. Out of frame, Kenma types in a code, only undistinguishable tones are heard.
Stepping into the elevator, he picks up the conversation again. “Are you guys excited to see my office? I don’t think I have ever publicly shown it off. That might be another video idea?”
Kenma chuckles. “The next milestone, maybe?” Kenma shakes his head. “I don’t think you’ll be able to persuade me to do that, to be honest. I’d rather do a 24 hour stream instead.”
“Anyway,” Kenma winks conspiratorially, “It will remain a secret for now. This sneak peek should be enough for now.”
16:36
“Just checking in,” Kenma leans back in his chair, a lazy smile on his face. This is the first glimpse his viewers have ever gotten of his office. Behind him, a window front of tinted glass can be seen, as well as a tall and lush potted plant. Otherwise, it is pretty unremarkable. “I just got done with a meeting - it was successful, you guys don’t even know what’s ahead of you these next coming months.”
There is a glint in his eyes and he chuckles. “I shouldn’t tease you too bad, now should I?
“Anyway, originally, I thought I would have time to stream now - today is a Wednesday. I don’t think I’ve mentioned this before. But my meeting went on longer than I expected and it turns out I have another meeting planned in, like,” Kenma checks the time on his phone and sighs, “twenty minutes and I still need to go through the debrief.”
Kenma sighs once again. His arm plops on the black folder on the desk in front of him and rolls his eyes. “Woe me.”
19:15
“Hey there once again.” Kenma greets his viewers with a lazy wave. “I am done with work. My personal driver came to get me. It is one of those rare days when he doesn’t have to work overtime. Which unfortunately for you means I won’t stream at all today.”
The camera pans to Kuroo. He is in the driver’s seat, his right arm propped against the window and his free hand nonchalantly holding the steering wheel. His suit jacket has been discarded and the sleeves of his dress shirt are rolled up. His tie is already loosened and he is also wearing glasses. He does seem a little tired after a long day of work. “What do you want me to comment on? Cockblocking your viewers from seeing you?”
Kenma snorts at his choice of words but does not comment.
Kuroo continues, now teasing. “You know, calling me your personal driver is incredibly ironic considering that you do have an actual personal driver. Are you aware of that?”
“You double as one, too,” Kenma retorts light-heartedly, waving him off.
“What your boyfriend willingly does for you. Never have I ever complained about being treated like this.” Kuroo stresses his dramatics with a long-suffering sigh.
Kenma hums. “Sounds like you are complaining now.”
“I would never,” Kuroo replies immediately. He is definitely grinning.
Kenma laughs. “Okay, getting back to it.
“We are arriving home in a bit. I probably won’t film a lot after this. We are just going to make dinner and watch some TV before going to bed.”
“Someone wants me all to himself,” Kuroo croons, quickly ruffling Kenma’s hair before focussing back on the round.
Kenma does not even try to appear affronted. He quips back. “You sure it’s not the other way around?”
“Well,” Kuroo chuckles, “You know I can’t get enough of you.”
Kenma scoffs. “In front of my camera?”
“Mhmm, whenever I possibly can.” Kuroo cackles, enjoying the moment way too much.
Narrowing his eyes, he points an accusatory finger at his boyfriend. “Don’t make me question this whole arrangement.”
“You won’t.”
“I will.” Kenma huffed, his shoulders rising.
After a quick side glance, Kuroo’s tone is fond, “You won’t. I know you’re in this for a long run, kitten.”
Kenma groans and pulls his legs up. “Ugh, don’t remind me.”
“I will. And I do, everyday-” Kuroo interrupts himself. “Ah, there we are.”
Kenma snorts. “Thank god, you would have started declaring your undying love for me.”
“Not too late for that yet -” Kuroo teases.
“Oh shut up.”
21:42
The sound of the TV is muted in the video. A wild-life documentary, surely featuring one or multiple species of maritime animals, is running.
Kenma is wrapped in a blanket and snuggled up against Kuroo’s side. Kuroo’s arm is thrown over the back of the couch, his feet are on the coffee table. They are a picture of relaxation and Kenma looks like nothing in this world would be able to make him move from his position. His face is only half visible. And even though their demeanor makes it clear they are trading comments from time to time, one is unable to hear the whispers exchanged by these two, conversation remaining private.
Finally, Kuroo nudges Kenma and stretches. Kenma whines in protest when his boyfriend moves, hands reaching out to keep him in place.
“We should start getting ready for bed.” Kuroo says loud enough for the camera to pick up. It is shortly after ten now. He is already standing. Kenma, however, needs some more coaxing until he, at least, lets himself be dragged from the couch and into a standing position.
Together, they shuffle into the bathroom. Kuroo pinches Kenma’s side and Kenma yelps loudly. Kuroo’s following laughter is resounding. At the end, it sounds more like a dirty cackle. The scene cuts.
23:01
Kenma is lying in bed. The light from his 3DS is the only source of light illuminating his face. He taps the buttons on his gaming device, then faces the camera. His face is smashed against his pillow, Kuroo’s naked arm is wrapped around his waist. Only Kuroo’s equally bare shoulder is visible.
“This was it - a day in the life of kodzuken.” Kenma waves weakly at the camera, he seems completely relaxed. “Good night.”
From beneath the blanket, he reaches for the camera.
The screen turns black. The end card appears.
A DAY IN THE LIFE OF KODZUKEN
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NiJi son 15 hours ago
yooo it still baffles my mind that kenma is an actual business man like ??? i cannot comprehend
pink serea 15 hours ago
anyone else notice that very conspicuous time gap ???? 13:12 !!!!
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kitihito 10 hours ago
WE ALL KNOW WHAT THIS MEANS DON’T WE
calial 3 hours ago
PLEASE TELL ME THIS DOESN’T MEAN WHAT I THINK THIS MEANS
moru 1 hour ago
HELP MEEEEEEEEEEEE THEY HAD SEGGGGGGSSSSS
stefannnie works 5 hours ago
hehehehehehehehehehe ( ͡° ͜ʖ ͡°)
Dace Fregs 30 minutes ago
@moru THEY TOTALLY DID
Tooru Kami 1 hour ago
HE DID THIS INTENTIONALLY DIDN’T HE I CANNOT BELIEVE THIS GUY
Tanatan 1 hour ago
LET US SEEEEE i wanna see bbc’s office so badly you don’t understand !!!
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Romance Me PLS 3 hours ago
MMYYYYYYY SCRUNKLY MYY BABY BOY
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Ari 17 hours ago
There is a baffling lack of both zelda and link in this video >:/
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Bouncing Ball Official 20 hours ago
*gasp* our office !
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Tallic 18 hours ago
yeeeeey it’s our favorite intern !!
Lapl RAE 15 hours ago
there he is again !
MiSaeki 10 hours ago
imagine being paid to comment on kodzuken’s video bc kodzuken is you actual boss WHERE DO I APPLY I WANT THIS IN MY LIFE
bb CINNAMON 9 hours ago
hey bestie,,, you wanna maybe drop some pics of your office if you’re already at it
{ Mina } 6 hours ago
@bb CINNAMON seconded !!
_sni 2 hours ago
@bb CINNAMON @ { Mina } same here !!!
Moe Ka 11 hours ago
omg haaaaaiiiii
RiRiRin 1 hour ago
@bb CINNAMON PLEASE
zed 3 hours ago
hey bestieeee <3 <3 < 3
inuru aro 5 hours ago
*gasps* we can’ see sh*t !!
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my MAMA said 5 hours ago
KENMA WITH A BRAID
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grace 2 hours ago
KENMA PUTTING HIS HAIR UP
dekinai 1 hour ago
@grace ngl,, that was kinda hot
[ G A Y ] 19 hours ago
bro y u sighing so much