Legend: Thinking / Zanpakuto Speaking

A/N: So this is my first story, I am still trying to decide if I want to add more to it or leave it as it is but be honest and let me know what you think.

I do not own Bleach or the characters just this adorable fluffy love story

"Hey Shiro-chan" she whispered. Looking up to him, as she laid resting in his arms.

"Yah Bed-Wetter Momo" he replied as he gently pushing away some of her blood caked hair.

"When did you …" her words cut off by a sharp cough which left her sleeve blood stained.

"Know" she finished looking into his deep turquoise eyes, seeing his stern face fracture and fall away at the site of the blood on her sleeve. He was beginning to realize her injuries were much worse than he had originally thought.

"Baka this isn't the time or the place for foolishness, save it for when I have you save inside Seireitei resting in Squad 4 and you are recovering from your injuries." He replied while surveying the area for any remaining members of their task force sensing the battle was still in full force up ahead.

"Please…Toshiro… I can't let go without ….… knowing" her chocolate eyes wet with newly flowing tears.

Her words shook him to his core, looking down at his childhood friend ashamed that he had once again failed to protect her. He had managed to heal her superficial wounds, but the state of her organs were not so easily repaired. With all his power and strength he was beginning to realize that he may lose the one thing he lives for.

"Please Shiro-chan, being here in your arms I feel at peace so please tell me when did you know?…." The last part became muffled as her own shyness overpowered her desire for the truth.

Hitsugaya sighed as he looked down at the girl who had been by his side for as long as he could remember, never afraid of the power he welded, her kindness and warm always managing to overshadow his darkest days. And despite all the misfortunes that had befallen to her she never once looked for pity only forgiveness.

Master she deserves an answer.

Of course she does Hyourinmaru! She is practically dying in my arms, and my fear is holding me back screaming out the words that have sat on my lips for so long!

Master you mustn't give into fear, she has been through so much already, allow her to rest in peace.

DON'T YOU DARE SAY THAT! SHE IS GOING TO MAKE IT! And then after her wounds are heals and the fighting has ended then I will give her the answer she seeks so badly.

I understand, I will do all I can to protect you and that which you hold so dear

Thank…

The sounds of shallow breathing broke the internal conversation, as Hitsugaya opened his eyes and looked at the girl, his heart stopped for a moment when she went limp in his arms. Shaking her he screamed out her name.

"MOMO! Don't you dare die yet you bet-wetter! I can't lose the most precious treasure! Please please Momo don't leave me!" He shouted until his voice began to crack as the tears started pooling in his eyes.

Still clinging to her blood soaked robes he rested his head upon her chest searching for any sign of life, when a sharp gasp came from the peach girl. Her eyes weakly open to see his face caught in a moment of loss and life, eyes more red than teal, and that gentle smile that only she saw.

Realizing that he had nearly lost her Hitsugaya felt as if his world shifted, his body was finally reaching the point of collapse after so many hours of constant battling. Closing his eyes he thanked the spirits that be for not taking her just yet. As he breathe a sigh of momentary relief he felt a cold hand against his face, softly brushing away the freshly fallen tears from his face.

"Shiro-chan I am sorry to have scared you, I am just so tired, but please don't cry I can't leave, not until I have my answer."

Looking down at her, her eyes that normally held a warmth which seemed never ending where growing dim. And while he didn't want to admit or even acknowledge that she might leave him, he also could allow her to leave without hearing that he loved her from the moment she looked at him with kindness and not fear all those years ago.

Hitsugaya sighed deeply, and began to remove his haori folding it into a pillow and gently lifts the peach girls head so she is resting comfortably. Taking her hand into his he leans over and whispers.

"Hey Bet-wetter Momo have I ever told you the story of how I fell in love?"

His words didn't hit her try away her injuries has slowed her reaction time considerably, but she smiled softly gently running her thumb across his palm.

"Arigato Shiro-chan."

Japaneses Translations

Taichou - Captain

Arigato - Thank you

Haori - Captain's coat

A/N Well there you have it my first little story all wrapped up with a bow for now. Please read and review Hugs for all!