Alright guys, some things you should know about me. I love tragedy happening in my stories. Whether it happens to Toshiro-kun or our very own Ariea Rin.. i'm not picky. If you don't like tragedy in stories, then you should pass this one by. Also, first time publisher here, if you've got any tips/tricks on making fanfic... tell away. Also, this one was very short compared to to some of the chapters I've seen, and also some future chapters will probably be either as short, shorter, or extremely long. I already have the first 10 chapters written on my computer and ready to upload... so yeah. Enjoy!
Bold is Zanpakuto speaking or someone who can communicate mentally *WINK WINK* *NUDGE NUDGE*
Disclaimer: I own nothing. Sadly.
The One
Chapter 1 – Arrival
3rd person POV
Captain Hitsugaya Toshiro was standing in formation with the other Gotei 13 captains during the monthly Captain/Lieutenant meeting when the Captain-Commander had an announcement to make.
"Lately, it appears that this young girl by the name of Ariea Rin has gained strange powers that have Central 46 interested. We are to make her feel welcome and should befriend her. She will stay until Central 46 deems long enough. She does not know much about the Seireitei, so please answer any questions she may have. Captain Hitsugaya, Lieutenant Matsumoto, I would like you two to stay a little bit longer. Dismissed!" says Commander-Captain Yamamoto. They all move to leave the room when Inoue Orihema and Kuchiki Rukiya enter the room with Ariea Rin.
"Excuse our tardiness, we were delayed, Head Captain." Rukiya said apologetically. The girl appeared to be looking at her feet, although she didn't look the least bit disturbed. She had wavy black hair that went down to the end of her shoulder blades, which effectively blocked her face as she looked downwards. She was behind Orihema and Rukiya, probably wanting to leave. Toshiro didn't know what to think of her just yet, although he could practically hear his lieutenant shrieking in excitement," You'll be like the little sister I've never had!"
"Captain Hitsugaya, Lieutenant Matsumoto, I would like the girl to stay with you two. She shall be stationed in Captain 10's guest quarters." said the head captain.
"Hai!" said both officers.
The girl, Ariea, he reminded himself, looked up for the first time. Glancing up at the Rangiku, she remained impassive as she examined her. Then she took a quick look at Toshiro, first noticing his snow white hair. Her eyes widened slightly, and then returned to normal as she searched my face. Her hazel eyes went wide and she stepped back slightly, giving out a small gasp, putting Orihema and Rukiya between the two of them.
"Ariea! What's wrong?" asked Orihema worriedly, glancing behind her to see what was wrong.
"Orihema… his… e-eyes…" Ariea stammered quietly. Orihema takes a quick peek, her face showing she understood. She gives Ariea a quick hug," It's not him," Orihema whispered to her. Toshiro is used to people commenting on his hair and eyes. His hair is a bright, white, spiked, mess. His eyes are a beautiful combination of teal and turquoise. He was used to people commenting on his appearance, and considering he was the youngest captain, he had grown used to it.
Ariea said goodbye to her friends, obviously looking uncomfortable to having to stay with us. She looked mournfully to the door where they had left, then stood in front of him and Rangiku. They started introducing themselves, starting with Rangiku.
"Hiya! Name's Rangiku Matsumoto and I'm the lieutenant of squad 10! Since it looks like you're probably not going to be too friendly around the captain, I'll be your personal tour guide!" she exclaimed
"Since I'm sure it'll be awkward for Toshiro-taicho to say this, I'll say it first. He is probably never going to smile in your presence, or anyone else's for that matter! Also, I wouldn't bother him while he's doing his paperwork, because he's kind of coo-coo when it comes to bothering him when he's doing his paperwork. Also, never mention that he's a bit," Rangiku lowered her voice as if Toshiro couldn't hear her," young."
Toshiro gives a warning glance to his lieutenant," Rangiku…" he says in an annoyed tone. Then he sighs and looks at Ariea.
"Sorry about my lieutenant. I'm Captain of squad 10, Toshiro Hitsugaya. As long as you don't join Rangiku in her antics and annoy me to no end we'll get along splendidly. Please remember, you're my guest. If you have any questions please come to me or my lieutenant. Now, I will show you to your room and after Rangiku is finished with her paperwork she will give you a tour of the division." Toshiro turns and begins walking out of the room. Rangiku and Ariea begin walking behind him.
"But Taicho!" whined Rangiku," Why can't I show Ariea around now? She'll have nothing to do in her room!"
"Rangiku, you haven't done your paperwork for the day, and you are not giving her a tour until you finish it," said Toshiro in an icy tone.
"See how hard he works me?" exclaimed Rangiku to Ariea. She lowers her voice, "Don't worry, I'll skip doing the paperwork and just give you the tour." She gives Ariea a wink, which Ariea returns with a weak smile. Up ahead, the captain sighs loudly.
A few minutes later…
The three of them arrive at the office of Toshiro Hitsugaya. He walks down the hall, signaling Ariea to follow. "This will be your room for the time being. If you'd like to change it anyhow, you may. Just don't completely renovate it."
"Arigato, Hitsugaya-taicho," Ariea says. She steps in the room and looks around as Toshiro closes the door.
"Paperwork. Now." He orders Rangiku. He then proceeds to begin his own stack of paperwork.
The young captain begins to wonder about his new guest. She really didn't look a lot older than him, and he was an inch or two taller than her.
What were these strange powers that she possessed? She was a human, so she couldn't have any shinigami powers. She had a strong reiryoku, however, and that could mean something.
His genius mind failed to produce any answers, so he let the subject drift from his mind. Toshiro quickly finishes his paperwork, having started it early, and began to wonder where his lieutenant was. Her stack of paperwork was still untouched.
"Damn that Rangiku," muttered Toshiro.
Toshiro then went to the small woods near his office where he knew he wouldn't be bothered after he made sure he had no more work to be finished. He sat down under a large tree and began to speak with his zanpakuto, Hyorinmaru.
Hyorinmaru, what are your thoughts on this girl? Asked Toshiro
I see nothing wrong with her. Her strong reiryoku, however, is quite interesting. I can see she will become a very powerful person as she matures.
Have you any ideas on why she is so uneasy with me?
I think by how Orihema spoke with her that she was reminded of someone she knew, probably someone who has died recently who was close to her. Being around you probably pains her.
Toshiro sighs; it was interesting on how Sotaicho chose me to watch her in spite of her feelings towards me...
It's probably nothing, but I advise you to be nice to the girl. She has just gone through a hard time, and will need help. Not to mention she has entirely new surroundings now.
You're right, I'll try and be more nice to the girl, although I'm unsure whether or not she'll accept me as an ally instead of someone she fears.
Hyorinmaru did not respond. Toshiro relished the quietness of the private woods before he had to return. A few minutes later, he felt an increase in reiatsu nearby. He began to go towards the reiatsu, noticing how powerful it became as he came closer.
He comes into a large clearing he had never before. In the middle was Ariea. She appeared to be training.
She had a concentrated look on her face. Her right arm was extended in front of her with a large blue bow made of reiatsu in her hand. With her left, she made energy arrows and shot them to large rocks in the clearing.
She never missed a single shot.
She continued the same motion, over and over again. Her reiatsu was incredibly strong, perhaps even captain-leveled.
When it was clear she had exhausted her reiatsu, she switched to practicing shunpo. Where she had learned shunpo, Toshiro couldn't fathom. He also could barely keep up with her; she was incredibly fast for a girl her age.
Baka, I'm her age! I shouldn't be bashing on her abilities like others bash mine. Toshiro mentally scolded. While scolding himself, he had lost her in her shunpo training. Suddenly, he heard someone behind him.
"What the hell do you think you're doing watching me?" Ariea says, outraged. He turns, with an indifferent look on his face.
"Does it matter? I was walking in the forest and felt you train. Thought it would be nice to see what you could do." He says.
"Well, if I wanted to have an audience then I just would've gone to the training grounds. But I suppose since I'm tired of training I'll head back." She says, glaring at him.
She obviously doesn't like me. Maybe I should leave her with Rangiku; they seem to get along well. Thought Toshiro.
She uses her shunpo to leave. He also turns and leaves the clearing. They do not speak for the rest of the day, although Rangiku appears to be having a blast with her new friend.
Ariea does have one use, however. She keeps Rangiku busy so she doesn't annoy Toshiro as he does paperwork.
That night, while everyone else is in bed, Toshiro is at his desk starting on some paperwork for the next day. As he works, he feels drawn to check on Ariea for whatever reason. He pushes the thought away, trying to focus on his work.
An hour or so later, he hears a faint crying sound. He looks up and looks towards the sound. It appears to be coming from Ariea's room. For some reason, it breaks his heart to hear the girl cry. He fights himself to whether or not he should go and see if something was wrong.
Obviously something is wrong, or she wouldn't be crying! I don't usually feel this way towards people I've just met. Not to mention people who don't like me that I've just met.
I would leave her be for tonight, and probably check on her tomorrow. Speaking of tomorrow, you should go to bed. Advised Hyorinmaru.
Alright, I'll wait till morning and go to bed now.
I don't like how I ended the chapter either but, what can you do?
Also, next chapter will show more of ARIEA!
*Imaginary crowd cheers*
It'll also show how awful I am at making fighting scenes. Don't judge me.
Hell, whenever I read it doesn't even come close to the bad-ass fights that happen in my head.
To each his own, though. See ya until then!
Just realized I already posted the second chapter.
*facepalm*
