Later, Kuroo convinced Kenma to join their junior high's volleyball team and they have played volleyball together since then.
During Kenma's first year of high school, he had trouble fitting into the team but Kuroo encouraged him to stay by telling him that he is a big asset to the team.
By that time, Kuroo definitely had it in mind that once he became the captain, he will have to make an effort for the members to get along with Kenma.
Once he finally became the captain, he even came up with a pre-match saying that's specifically made for Kenma. Not only did he consider Kenma as their "brain", but also as their "heart." In which, the members acknowledges it without complaints.
Kodzuken is so done with all your shits.
I still think about this precious KuroKen childhood moment every time.
A quick KuroKen fanart inspired by @incorrectkrkn's prompt.
I love how Kenma and Kuroo's first post-timeskip appearances was them mentioning each other. That freaking screams soulmates!!! KuroKen nation, RISE!!!
At Kozume's residence...
Just Kuroo being obliviously gay for Kenma.
It's a KuroKen thing. ?
Kenma saying this to Hinata is just in his personality as a gamer. Remember the "Stay interesting." thing during Nationals? That's just him. So, before you spout those rubbish things, you should know who Kenma is first. Bc you're gonna deal with a lot of Kenma stans. Just saying.