Okay, I've finally written a story about Byakuya and Hisana. I absolutely LOVE this pairing! It's so tragic and romantic, but they never said how they met...

HISANA'S ROMEO

Byakuya walked along the crowded streets of District 78, also known as "Hanging Dog", in search for a special herb that can only be found in that area of Soul Society. His grandfather had fallen I'll and Byakuya had Found the Kuchiki remedy that could cure the ailment, but the herb closet was out of this particular ingredient. While looking at the name of the herb on a slip of paper, he accidentally bumped into someone, a very common accident in these very crowded streets. He glanced up from his paper, "I'm sorry. I wasn't looking where I was going. Pardon m-" his words got stuck in his throat when he saw her. She was about a foot and a half shorter than him, had raven hair and deep amethyst purple eyes. Seeing his noble cloak and kenseiken, she fell to her knees and bowed her head.

"I'm so terribly sorry! Please forgive my clumsiness sir!" he could see her trembling and tense. He stared with shock when he saw her tensing as if to receive a beating. She barely looked up, and when she saw his hand move, she flinched back to her crouching position and clenched her eyes shut. After several seconds she glanced back up, only to see him holding his hand out to her while he knelt beside her.

"I'm not going to hit you. Let me help you up." she almost fainted at the sound of his voice. Her shaking hand slowly took his, and he pulled her up. She felt something zoom through her like lightning. Their eyes connected, onyx/blue mixed with amethyst purple, until she passed a look at the basket that she dropped. She quickly bent down and put the goods back in. He was entranced by her features: her eyes that were so deep and full of wonder to him, her figure that would make angels jealous, her soft touch from when he offered his hand to her, her hair that had a perfect shine to it, and her lips. Her lips are what he savored most. He studied the delicate twists and curves that formed them. He wanted to trace his fingers over them and replace them with his own lips. Never before had he been so intrueged about a woman.

"Oh my! I'm going to be late! I'm sorry, but I have to go!" she dashed off before he got the chance to stop her.

"Wait!" she was already gone, "I didn't get your name." he whispered. He wanted so much to go after her, but the crinkled paper in his now sweaty hand brought him back to his own thoughts. He continued his journey through Hanging Dog until he saw a sign with writing similar to the one scribbled on his paper. His grandfather, in his sick state, wasn't able to write well, and Byakuya could easily misread the paper. He stopped at the door and knocked, soon opened by an old woman.

"Ah, a noble, please, come in." she led him inside and peeked out the door ice more before shutting it slowly, "Now, how can I be of service. I can provide you anything for your special needs." thinking that this was the herb shop that sold only the special root, he smiled and nodded.

"Thank you. I'll take The best and finest you can give." she smiled wickedly and called her servant.

"You heard him. Get him the best we have to offer. Give him our newest and 'freshest' one." the servant matched her smile and he staggered back into the hallway. Byakuya heard a door open and something rattle, like chains.

"Come on! Hurry up! We can't keep the man waiting!" his eyes widened when he realized her was talking to someone else. He listened to her pleas and stood up as a girl was thrown to the floor in front of him. The servant jerked her back up and kept hold of the chain, as well as the struggling girl, who had not yet seen the man that came in simply thinking it was an herb shop.

"I believe you will be fully satisfied with this one." she had to stand on her tip toes to whisper into his ear, "She is untouched." his eyes widened again and he turned to her. He looked down at the girl when he heard her small whimpers. She looked up to him, and their eyes connected.

"Y-you're the one I-" the servant kicked her in the back.

"No talking!" she lost her balance and fell to Byakuya, landing in his strong arms. He wrapped them around her as to protect her. He listened to her sharp, scared breaths. The old woman ripped her from his arms. She squealed in fear, tears stringing down her cheeks.

"Go on! Be polite you little wench! Tell him your name!" she lifted her head and opened her delicate lips.

"H-Hisana." the old woman flashed a wicked grin and let go of her. The servant still kept hold of the rope that bound Hisana's wrists together.

"Now, how much do you think she's worth sir?" the terrified girl looked worridly at him. He pulled out his money pouch and took a few coins out for the herb, then he tossed the bag at her feet.

"That should be enough. I'll be on my way." the old woman's greedy eyes glistened as she knelt down and picked up the scattered money. Hisana squeaked when the rope wrapped around her wrists pulled her out of the building. The servant passed a wicked smile as he closed the door.

"Pleasure doing business with you sir." the door closed fully. She pulled back a little when he turned to her and messed with the rope tie.

"Please don't make it tighter. It hurts." he gave her a reassuring smile, calming her nerves a little, "What are you going to do with me?"

"Don't fret. I am not going to do a thing. And I'm not tightening the rope. I'm untying it." he fiddled with the knot a little more until the rope slid of her fragile wrists. She rubbed them with her hands, "Are you hungry?" she blushed with embarrassment as she nodded, "Then let's get you something to eat. You can eat dinner at my home tonight if you wish. First I need to pick something up here first. Do you know where I can find this root?" he showed her the picture and the shop name and she nodded, pointing east.

"It's over there. I can show you if you want." he let her lead the way down the corridors of shops, but he stopped briefly to look at her mangy, holed and tattered clothes.

"Why don't we go in here for a minute?" he pointed inside a clothing store. Before she could answer he made his way inside, looking over racks of clothes utility he pulled out a pale pink dress. He smiled to himself when he saw her give a small grin, "Here, try this on. If you like it I will get it for you. You must be tired of wearing that." she blushed again at her clothing. She took the dress from him and went to the dressing room, coming out a few minutes later with the beautiful dress making her all the more gorgeous to him, "Do you like it?" she nodded.

"Yes, but you don't have to buy me anything." he smirked a her modesty, when he full well could see in her eyes that she wanted the dress.

"Nonsense. I don't mind." he motioned for a clerk to come. A blonde woman came with a bright smile.

"Ready to check out?" he nodded and handed her a coin.

"She'll wear it out. And keep the change as a tip." she nodded and we left. Soon they arrived at the herb shop. It was only a few minutes before he had everything he needed. She watched as he took all the roots he needed and bought them. She watched how his muscles stretched to meet his movements, how he was polite, despite being a noble, how he treated everyone with respect. She couldn't help but start to adore him. She felt attracted to him in ways she couldn't describe. She felt pulled to him by an invisible chain that she didn't want to break this time, "Ready to go?" she snapped out of her gaze.

"Y-yes." she stammered. He took pleasure in her voice, taking in every word she spoke, running it through his mind over and over, trying to keep her voice running through his head. He chuckled when he heard her stomach growl.

"Come, let's head back to my manor. I'm sure dinner is prepared by now. And I've kept you waiting long enough." he held his arm out to her, "Shall we?" she nodded, a little nervous as she took his arm.

"Are you always this kind to your servants?" he laughed and led her to the parked carriage that waited at the entrance to Hanging Dog.

"You aren't my servant. You are a guest that is accompanying me to dinner tonight." she frowned and looked away from him.

"But you paid for me. I am just a lowly girl who was bought. I was sold to be a slave." he took his hand and stroked her cheek after helping her into the carriage. She ravished in the burning sensation that was left on her cheek from his tender touch. She turned back to him to see compassion in his beautiful eyes.

"You are no longer a slave. I merely bought you your freedom. Once dinner is over you may do as you please. If you need a place to stay, you are also welcome to stay the night in one of my guest rooms." her eyes lit up when she heard she was free of slavery.

"Really?" there was eagerness in her voice, "I-I'm free?" he nodded again. Tears filled her eyes as she hugged him tightly, catching him off guard at first, "Thank you! Thank you so much!" there she began to cry tears of happiness. Where her hair parted in the back, he saw whip marks on her back where the neckline dropped down. He decided not to bring that up, worried that her tears of joy would change to tears of sorrow if she thought about that topic. He just smiled and held her securely to him and let her cry her joyous tears. She kept repeating thank you over and over.

"You don't have to keep thanking me. I'm just happy that you're out of that awful place." she sniffled and lifted her face to meet his.

"I'm sorry. I'm just so happy. No one has ever been this kind to me before." something snagged at his heart as her eyes looked into his. It was a feeling he had never felt before. It was the same for her. Something kept heating her heart the more he looked at her. She wanted to just reach up and claim those lips that told her she had her freedom back. A little plan formed in her mind.

"It is quite alright." she moved to where she sat on her knees with her hands in her lap, ready to try out her plan.

"There must be some way to thank you. I know: a kiss." his eyes widened at her suggestion, "Well, doesn't the knight get a kiss from the girl he rescued? It's in all the books I've read. It's really all I can give. I could just kiss your cheek." at that, he thought of a plan to rebound hers.

"Alright. If the books say that, why can't it happen in this world?" she smiled as he turned his cheek to her. She leaned over and puckered her lips, but before she touched his ivory cheek with her pink lips, he jerked his head to the left, making their lips meet. She gasped at first, but as the surprise died down, she felt warm arms wrap around her small body, pulling her to him. She responded by cupping his face in her small palms. His bangs became tangled in his hair as her nimble fingers trailed through it. He responded by putting his hand on her tiny neck, holding her lips on his. She didn't argue or pull away. She was enjoying every second of the bliss he was giving her. When the kiss finally broke off, they were silent, onyx/blue and amethyst eyes locked to each other as they collected their thoughts.

"What just happened?" Hisana asked as her head tried to figure out what happened.

"I... Think we just kissed." they both smiled at each other. Hisana took her finger and touched her lips that felt like they were on fire. They couldn't deny it. They had fallen in love with each other. In the very little time they knew each other, they fell fast and hard. He leaned down to her, their noses brushing together.

They both whispered a laugh and ignored the knock on the carriage door as their lips met again, "I guess we shouldn't keep them waiting." they smoothed down their clothes and he opened the door. After he helped her climb out, they were met by a maid.

"Good evening Lord Kuchiki. May I ask who this is?" Hisana straightened up and curtsied.

"It is a pleasure to meet you. My name is Hisana." Byakuya was amazed at her manners, though he didn't want to seem rude by thinking she didn't know basic manners like that. The maid introduced herself and led them inside.

"Dinner is in the main dining room. Lord Kuchiki, did you acquire the root needed for Lord Ginrei's health soup?" he nodded an handed her the bag, "Thank you." she bowed and ran to the kitchen.

"I guess it's just you and me at dinner tonight. I hope you don't mind." he let her take his arm again and he walked her through the house. The smell of food made her stomach growl more. He opened one of the doors and took her into a vast dining room. Two plates were filled with food and were placed beside each other, "That's why she ran off so fast. She prepared another plate." Hisana couldn't control the urge to lick her lips.

"Mmmm, it looks wonderful." he pulled out a chair for her and she sat down. He sat beside her and poured two glasses of saké for them. Handing her one, they clinked glasses and began their meal, "It tastes even better." he laughed in his mind at her praising the food. Even though he had had this certain meal many times before, somehow this girl sitting beside him made it all the more special.

"Yes, we have very good chefs here." she nodded and looked around the room.

"This place is so beautiful, and big. What's Seretei like? Are you in the 13 Court Guard Squads?" he nodded back and sipped some of his drink.

"Yes. I am in Squad Six. That is the squad my Grandfather is captain of. I am merely his lieutenant, but I am getting stronger everyday, and hope to take his place as captain someday. I already achieved my bankai many years ago, and I am close to mastering it. I'd say my chances are very high." she was entranced by him. She loved how strong he was, how respectful he was, how gentle, and how he treated everything with care. They finished up their dinner and he stood up, offering her his hand, which she gladly took, "Come, I want to show you something." she grinned as he led her outside. She gasped at the beautiful sunset, but marveled at the massive garden it lit up. A small creek ran through it and ended at the far end of the garden, where it gathered into a small koi pond.

"Absolutely beautiful." she walked over to a cherry blossom tree and put her hand on its trunk, "This garden is so gorgeous." he met up with her and watched as she knelt down beside the pond to look at the koi swimming around, "Awe, I love koi fish. They're so cute and colorful." when she giggled he felt like it was echoing in his ears, like wind chimes.

"Thank you. I have other gardens, but this is the one I care for myself." she looked up at him and smiled, but noticed dead plants sticking out from behind the cement fence. Her smile vanished as she walked over to the locked wall. She pressed her hand to it, trying to see if it would open. It did. She walked inside and the sight nearly killed her. Dead plants were everywhere. Rose bushes had no roses, cherry blossom trees had no blooms, the grass was dirt, the well was dry, and there was ivy growing all over the bleached white fence, covering up the carvings that adorned each plank of wood.

"What happened? Everything's dead." she went over to a rose bush and felt a twig, only to have it break under her touch. He walked up beside her with heavy eyes.

"This was my mother's garden. It was her pride and joy. When I was younger, she would read to me out her under the shade of the trees while my father fed the koi. After she died, no one came in here again. My father never walked in another garden again. He stayed in his office, grieving. Until one night, when he just... didn't come out. My grandfather went inside to find him dead. He was holding a picture of mother to him." he looked away from her, ashamed to show her the tears about to fall from his eyes. He felt a small hand wrap around his. He looked down and saw Hisana smiling at him. She took a step or two to him and brought him into a hug. He grinned at her compassion.

"How about this: If you let me stay here, I'll bring this garden back to life." he pulled away from the hug with a shocked face, "That can be your reward for saving me from that witch. It's the least I can do to thank you for your kindness and hospitality." she held out her hand to him, "Deal?" he nodded before shaking hers.

"Deal." the moon peeked out from behind the trees. The stars perched around it like glistening jewels. She absentmindedly leaned into his side, catching him offguard at first, but he soon wrapped his arm around her as she gazed at the stars, her large amethyst eyes ful of wonder, "Do you like the night?" she nodded and a grin graced her soft features, making Byakuya's heart jump a beat.

"Yes. I find the night time very peaceful. I especially like long walks during the night, maybe by the vreek or in the woods. It often helped me clear my mind when I was Rukongai." she giggled a bit, then a sad expression loomed on her face, "Then I met him. He said he would help me, be my Romeo, but instead he captured me and sold me to be a slave. I-I was so scared there." she hugged him around his waist. Compassion adorned him as he put his arms protectively around her.

"I'll be your Romeo." it slipped out of him. He blushed deeply, but felt better when the smile once again appeared on her face.

"But, how? You're a noble... and I'm just a Hanging Dog street rat." she looked away from him, but he tilted her chin back to his face.

"You are so much more than that Hisana." he gaze at him softened as she melted into his touch. She took in his cherry blossom scent, intoxicating her as if it were alcohol. His smooth fingers brushed the lone bang from her face, "I can protect you Hisana. I promise I'm nothing like that scum. I would never betray anyone I cared about." her eyes widened at his honesty. He turned to her and stroked her head, "I'll be your Romeo. You can trust me Hisana." she took great comfort in his whispered words. She relished in his voice, his deep onyx/blue eyes, his tender and strong hold, his gentle lips. She loved everything about him. At first she never believed in love at first sight, but now, not this man changed her mind. She trusted him now with her whole being. She believed in him with her heart and soul, and felt like if she left him go he would be gone forever. His mind wandered as he held her close to him. How he wanted her, everything about her, and wanted no one to share her wife. She would be his or no one's. He could tell she felt the same, he felt it every time he kissed her. they way she sweetly looked at him let him know she was completely trusting him, and he never wanted to let that go.

"Promise?" his chest vibrated on her cheek as he chuckled.

"Of course. I promise."

2 MONTHS LATER

"Open your eyes." he took the blindfold off and smiled at the sight. Rose bushes full of pink and white roses lines the fence walls while cherry blossom trees showered the garden with petals. The sound of running water took his attention. The noon sun glimmered off the water and it filled the pond. Lily pads floated on top while orange and white koi swam around. The ivy was cleaned off the walls, and the grass was green and luscious under his feet. The garden was once more alive.

"It's magnificent." he took a few steps around, examining every twist and curve of the tree branches, "It's just like when I was a child." he noticed the book laying on the cushioned bench underneath the old cherry blossom tree. He went to it and picked the book up, "The story she read to me." he flipped through each page, reading it the exact way his mother did. Hisana was proud at her success. It was extremely hard work, but it didn't take long for the blooms to come alive again. Her hands were a little ichy, because the ivy on the walls ended up being poison ivy, but the huge grin on Byakuya's face let her know it was worth the itch. Byakuya sat down on the bench as he looked through the book again and again, then covered his mouth when he read the front inside cover. It was the original book his mother gave him. It had his name, who it was given by, the date, and a little message saying how much his mother loved her son. His fingers traced over the outer cover as if it was the first time he ever saw the book, "I haven't seen this since my mother died. How did you find it?" Hisana sat beside him and looked into his happy eyes.

"Your grandfather let me have the study key. I wanted to read something and came across it while looking. I flipped it open and saw the note written on the cover. So I decided to surprise you." she was overjoyed by his happiness, "I'm glad you like it." he scoffed and grinned at her.

"Like it? I love it! Now I can't thank you enough." they both smiled at each other, thinking the same idea, "Why don't we have the storybook ending?" Hisana grinned so her teeth showed.

"I think that's a fine idea." the cherry blossom tree scattered flower petals around them as they leaned in for a kiss. They both held onto each other as the kiss continued, her arms around his shoulders while his stayed around her petite waist. Her hand found their way into his hair again, gently kneading through the raven black locks. She felt safe in his hold, like she was meant to be there. He felt as if his world was spinning. He knew the family wouldn't accept her should they form a relationship, but he didn't care in the tiniest bit. He would make her his, show his family that they couldn't rule over his life forever. She could tell what he was thinking. She studied the way he held her: like a tender glass doll that would break, though he was holding her tightly to him. She studied the way he kissed her tender lips: full of passion, love, and want. Their want for each other was more than they could bear. They held onto each other for dear life like they were each other's lifeline. When that kiss let up, another followed. He kissed her softly, only to have her respond by kissing him urgently, cupping his face in her hands. She could feel herself being shifted into his lap. Never before had she felt this way about a man. Sure she had previous crushes on guys that lived in the same neighborhood as her before she was taken to be sold as a slave, but this was far different. She felt pure passion from this man. He gave her ecstasy in his kisses. The way he caressed her back when he held her made her want to fall limp right in his arms. He felt pure bliss as her lips caressed his. He loved how she was gentle, but how other times, she would be the one taking over. He loved how she could brighten up any room she walked into. He thought she was an angel. Their eyes barely opened when the last kiss ended. In the month she spend there, tending to the garden and spending time getting to know him, she had completely fallen head over heels for this man, as he did for her. He kept wondering if this was what your first love was supposed to feel like. They stared into each other's eyes, "I love you." her soft voice chimed. His heart soared hen she said that two him for the second time. He held her close to him, taking in her lavender scent, while she took in his cherry blossom scent.

"I love you too." he kindly whispered back into her ear. She snuggled into his chest as they watched the rest of the sunset drop behind the fence, her soon falling asleep in his strong arms, "I love you too Hisana." he crooned again when he saw she was asleep. A cherry blossom landed in her lap, and another landed on his shoulder, then fell off and landed beside hers. He knew she would be his, and she knew he would be hers. Their hearts were locked together from then on, and they knew it. She gave him a faint smile and leaned into his hand in her sleep as he rubbed her cheek with his thumb, "How long I have searched for you. Searched for my soul mate. Hisana, I promise I'll always be here for you. I don't care where you're from or what the rest of the household thinks, I love you."

"Do you promise?" she faintly whispered in her slumber as her grip on his shirt grew tighter. He chuckled slightly and stood up with her in his arms.

"Yes, I promise." he carried her down the hallway to her room then gently lowered her to her bed. He kissed her cheek then turned to leave when an elder blocked his way, "Can I help you?"

"Lord Byakuya, why do you keep showing such sympathy towards that woman like she's your wife?" he smirked at the elder and glanced back to Hisana's sleeping form.

"I don't believe I have to answer that. It is my business whether I show her sympathy or not. Now, if you'll excuse me, I am greatly tired and would like some rest." he tried to go around the elder, but he put his arms out to his sides.

"I cannot allow this sir. She is from Rukongai, from Hanging Dog. It would tarnish the family name if you had feelings for that woman." Byakuya's teeth clenched together.

"Do not be talking about her in that manor. If you saw what she did for me these past two months you would feel the same. Now move." the elder reluctantly put his arms down and let Byakuya pass by, "And I do plan on having a relationship with her, if she wants the same. The elders will stay out of it. This conversation is over. Good night." with a turn Byakuya was in his room and under the covers of his bed. He fell asleep, imaging Hisana asleep next to him, hoping, that one day, his dream would come true. He would be her Romeo.

Should I continue this? I have a poll up if anyone wants to vote. I wasn't very happy with this... idk why... Gah. But I do have the next chapter if y'all want me to continue this once I finish one of my other 2 stories im currently writing. So, please Review and tell me! Also vote!