[But that was it, wasn't it? He didn't think anyone but Iwaizumi was willing to put up with him. Maybe that was why he had asked that question earlier, about them dating. Maybe it took an entire childhood and then some to be able to stand Oikawa.]

Hah... How'd you get to be so wise, Iwa-chan? Like an old, old man.

[His tone takes on a teasing lilt as he smiles at his friend.]

Then again, something has to balance out that unfortunate face of yours.