Here's my second fanfic. Please enjoy!
Chapter 1: Forget Me Not
The day had begun as usual in Sereitei, the captains were up and about, finishing their training and completing what paperwork they had. But not for Soi Fon. The 2nd division captain had been kept up the previous night as a result of her lieutenant's consistency in failing to keep up with his assigned tasks. Despite the many stern warnings that she had given him, Omaeda was just a couch potato and was as lazy as anyone could be. Soi Fon had to cover for him on many occasions, and the duty of the previous night was all too exhausting. She had to go with a few of her seated officers to walk through the whole of Sereitei, as part of a security set-up that was assigned to a certain squad every night. Captain's need not participate, but Omaeda had failed his captain once more and Soi Fon had to cover for him once again. She knew that she couldn't tolerate for much longer, and she had decided that Omaeda was going to get the ass kicking of his life later that night.
"Captains," Yamamoto called over Sereitei's PA system. "Assemble in the meeting hall immediately!"
"Great," Soi Fon thought to herself. Not even getting as much as an hour's rest the night before, she knew that she wouldn't be able to carry out her daily routines. Now coupled with this sudden meeting, she was absolutely sure she would collapse from her tiredness before the day was done.
Later at the meeting….
"Morning fellow captains," Yamamoto greeted. "By now, I'm sure all of you have heard about the strange attacks in Rukongai. I've called for this meeting to brief you all about the situation. In section four of the north district of Rukongai, there have been reports that people have started acting crazy for no apparent reason amidst the strange appearance of sudden energy readings. I'm sending….."
"I know Sir," Soi Fon interrupted the captain commander. Knowing the incompetency of her vice-captain, the 2nd division mission completion quota had not been fulfilled as of yet and Soi Fon had to make up for what Omaeda lacked.
"I'm glad you know Soi Fon-taichou. Displays from your squad have been disappointing!"
"Sorry Sir, it's my fault. I've been too lenient."
"No excuses. I'll deal with your failings later. Right now, your priority is to find out what's happening in Rukongai. You'll depart Sereitei as soon as this meeting is adjourned. Understood?"
"Yes Sir!"
The meeting was brutal for Soi Fon. Her exhaustion had taken its toll on her body. She had barely managed to stay awake during the meeting and now she had to go on a mission. This was going to be a long and tiring day ahead for her but once it was over though, she was going to give Omaeda a beating like he never received before for he had unleashed the wrath of his captain. Before that though, Soi Fon had to complete the task at hand.
"That lazy bastard….He's going to get what's coming to him," Soi Fon muttered to herself as she stampered towards the exit gates of Sereitei.
"Did you say something captain?" one of the guards asked.
"No….no I didn't….just open the gates so I can get out of here…."
"Understood ma'am. Open the gates!"
As soon as she stepped out of the place, Soi Fon made haste in heading towards Rukongai. Upon reaching her destination, she was surprised to see so many souls out in the streets that were seemingly waiting for the arrival of some form of help.
"Miss shinigami! Miss shinigami!" a young woman called out to Soi Fon.
"What's the problem?"
"My husband, ever since the incident, he's forgotten everything! His friends, his family, just….everything! He's lost his mind!"
"Ok, take me to him."
Soi Fon was led to a small wooden house at the edge of the 4th district of Rukongai. Stepping into the place, she was shocked to find a young man with both his hands and legs tied to a bedpost. He screamed and screamed like he was in severe pain and struggled to break free. His family members that surrounded him had to constantly restrain him to keep him from hurting himself.
"Let me go! Let me go!"
"Please calm down dad…..we're your family….."
"I have no family…..I have no one…..now let me go!"
"What happened exactly?" Soi Fon asked as she turned around to face the woman again.
"Well," the woman started to explain. "It happened about three days ago. A weird hollow that was covered in a cloak slashed him with an enormous weapon. He didn't suffer any injuries whatsoever but he blacked out. Upon waking up though…..he seemed to forget everything about himself….as I mentioned earlier. Several other residents of the 4th district had also suffered attacks from the same hollow but I'm sure that you're aware of this already."
"Yeah, my superior have already briefed us. So all the attacks were caused by the same hollow? Interesting, I'll report back and help will come as soon as it can."
"Thank you for your help ma'am."
"No worries."
Exiting the house, Soi Fon pondered around the area to investigate further about the matter. All the residents gave the same detailed explanation that the woman had given her. Confirming the results, she was just about to head back towards Sereitei when a burst of energy stopped her in her tracks. A black vortex started to form in the middle of the street that she was standing in and as soon as it had disappeared, a hollow appeared.
"So…you're the hollow causing the trouble?"
Wearing a cloak and carrying a huge weapon matching the description of the residents, the hollow let out a huge roar before finally charging towards Soi Fon. The 2nd division captain moved out of the way just in time and aimed a kick towards the hollows head. However, using its weapon as a shield, deflected Soi Fon's kick away and she bounced off a nearby wall before landing on the ground taking a defensive stance. Soi Fon marveled at the quickness of the hollow. It was the first time a hollow had matched her speed for speed, but then again, she was worn out from the night before. Regardless, she had to keep her focus. This hollow wasn't meant to be trifled with.
"Wow, you're fast and strong," remarked Soi Fon. "But too bad, it is time to end this. Sting all enemies to death, Suzemebachi."
As her shikai began to form on her hand, Soi Fon aimed Suzemebachi towards the hollow's head. Once again, the hollow managed to avoid the attack but this time though, the slight extra reach of Suzemebachi managed to hook onto the cloak of the hollow. Pulling her hand away, Soi Fon managed to tear the cloak of the hollow away from its body. She was not prepared though for what she was about to witness. The true form of the hollow was something straight out of a nightmare. It's body was entirely invisible and the only thing that could be seen were its dark yellow eyes. The weapon it carried seemed to levitate in mid-ar.
"Wha…wha…what are you?" Soi Fon stuttered in horror. She was frozen in her position as the hollow let out a huge roar once more before slashing her weapon at the captain. This time though, her petrification coupled with her tiredness prevented her moving out of the way in time. Soi Fon was struck and she began to black out. Before she knew it, the hollow was out of her sight
"Wh…what's happening…" Soi Fon thought to herself as she fell to her knees. Finally collapsing, Soi Fon fell face first onto the solid ground as her body lied sprawled.
A few hours later…..
"Any reports from Soi Fon-taichou?" asked Yamamoto.
"No, communications with Soi Fon ceased almost two hours ago," replied his lieutenant.
"Summon her seated officers into Rukongai and find her now!"
"Yes Sir!"
As her officers of the 2nd division made their way into Rukongai, they were puzzled by a crowd of people that encircled a certain part of the ground. Making their way towards the front, they were stunned to find their captain's unconscious body on the ground.
"CAPTAIN!" one of her officers yelled.
"What happened?" questioned the officer to of the villagers.
"A hollow appeared and a fight ensued…..it was the one that made the people around here lose their minds!"
"The attack left your captain on the floor there and we were seeing if we could be of any help…."
"I see…thank you for your kindness. We'll take it from here."
"Quick, you three, lift her up and let's move out! We need to get her medical attention now!"
"Understood!"
Carefully, the three officers lifted Soi Fon's body off the ground before the entire batch of dispatched officers left Rukongai to head back to Sereitei. Their captain was in a bad way and there was no telling what had happened to her.
Upon reaching back, Soi Fon was immediately sent to the headquarters of the 4th division. The officers though, were barred entry into the treatment room for Unohana did not want to be disturbed. Soi Fon's fate was now all up to Unohana now and there was no guarantees of the safety of the 2nd division captain…..
So that's the end of the first chapter! Hope you guys enjoyed it! Lemme know how yall feel about it Thanks!