Chapter One: Awkward And Coincidental Encounters

"Crap!" The raven haired female hissed out, as she tried to rub the tiredness from her eyes. She was running late to her Music Business class, her favorite class at that. Not to mention, being late was very unlike her. After a few glances at her phone she noticed she forgot to set her alarm. Hey mistake.

But she couldn't shake the green eyes that bore into hers before she woke from her slumber.

Shaking her bedhead of her dumb thoughts, she began rushing to get herself out of her bed, making her way to her bathroom. She now could start on her normal morning routine, only in a quicker fashion than she normally would.

Once she thought her hygiene to be acceptable she went back into her room and picked an outfit for the day. Today she opted for a pair of high waisted black jeans, a loose grey crop top, her favorite black high tops for her feet, and the essential under garments. After picking the clothing pieces out of her wardrobe, she stripped out of her sleep ware and changed into her day clothes, throwing the dirty clothes into her hamper.

Dressed and presentable finally, she grabbed her laptop bag and phone, now practically running down her stairs to make her way into her kitchen. Not wanting to skip breakfast, even if it was small, she grabbed the quickest thing to eat, which in that case was a granola bar. Anything would do for her.

Now she could leave, grabbing her keys on the table near her front door, and locking up after herself. Picking up her pace she got to her car, unlocking the doors, and stepping inside. Once turning on the engine she took the chance to check the clock that was near the radio. It was 9:42am. She had to get to her class at 10:00am, so she was on good timing, due to her rushing to get herself ready and out the door.

Before she backed out of her parking lot, she plugged the AUX cord into her phone, letting any random song play from her playlist. The drive to college was a quick one. Luckily she didn't live far from the college she attended. Her drive gave her the time to take note on the nice day and also eat her small and short breakfast. Finally at her school, she pulled into the parking lot, pulling her keys from the engine. Stepping out from her car with her items in tow, she closed and locked the door behind her.

She only had a few minutes to make it to her class so now she had to book it. So she turned in a quick swift motion from her car only to be met with someone grabbing her by the shoulders and pulling her back from an oncoming car in the parking lot she still stood in.

Her big violet orbs widened from the scene that just played. Turning her head to see who held her, she was met with green eyes, that were set in a stern expression. They were the eyes from her dream and it made shivers run down her spine. The white hair was the second thing she noticed. He was only an inch or maybe two taller than her, but that was pushing it.

"You should really look where your going." The male said in a deep and annoyed tone.

"Of course." She replied, as her cheeks heated in slight embarrassment from her dumb actions. But also because she displeased with the strangers tone and expression he held with her. It was almost rude?

Saying nothing more, the male turned towards the college building and set off to his own course. Taking a moment to readjust her thoughts, she too then made her way to her class.

Halfway to her class, some one hooked an arm through hers.

"Ruuuukia! Good morning!" A busty women said in a singsong voice. None other than Rukia's close friend; Rangiku.

"Hasn't been all that good actually." She mumbled under her breath, remembering her lack to get up on time and her awkward encounter that just happened. Nonetheless she still flashed a small smile at her friend.

Rangiku only laughed. "Aw, Rukia! You've never been a morning person. But hey, pick up the pace! We're going to be late so let's hurry it up!" Rangiku almost yelled, as she pulled the girl along to their class. Rukia groaned, letting her friend pull her along.

Class went by rather slow that day, much to Rukia's dismay. But once it was over, she packed up her laptop and started to head for the door, but not before she way stopped.

"Hey, Rukia!" Rangiku called out.

"Yeah?"

"Why don't you go out with me tonight? Ikkaku is throwing a party at his place, it'll be fun!" The strawberry blonde asked, blinking her blue eyes at the smaller girl.

"Um, I don't kno-" Rukia was quickly cut off.

"Come on! You always say no! Just this one time. Maybe you'll meet someone." Rangiku winked, she always had a thing for teasing Rukia for remaining single for most of her college years.

Rolling her violet eyes, Rukia then shrugged. "I guess. I've been having an off 'll be nice to get out."

Clapping her hands, Rangiku draped an arm around the petite girl's shoulder, beginning to walk her out of the classroom doors. "Yes! I'll be at your house at eight then. I want to help you get all prettied up!"

"See you then." Rukia replied through a nervous laugh. Parties were never her thing, so of course she was nervous. College parties at that.

Rangiku gave a wave and turned to her next course. Luckily for Rukia it was Friday so she only had one class for the day so she could go home!

Sighing in relief, she set her bag and keys down on the couch. Today was just an awkward day for her. She liked her life being on schedule and having no interruptions. So the slightest changes from her normal events made her anxious and uncomfortable.

Shaking today's events off, Rukia walked into the kitchen, deciding she was in need of a proper meal, considering her breakfast has hardly a breakfast at all. So you could imagine how hungry she was, not to mention she had a particularly big appetite for someone her size. She began to rummage through her pantry, trying to decide what to eat. Deciding on pasta, she took her time on preparing her dish.

Once she finished preparing her food, she enjoyed her meal on the couch in the living room while watching some television. But after her meal and once she cleaned up after herself she found herself snoozing off on her couch, beginning to dream of green eyes.

It was the ringing of her doorbell that woke her up. Her eyes flashed open, as she looked around her, realizing she napped after her lunch. Picking herself up, she walked to the front door lazily. Upon open the door, she was met with Rangiku pulling Rukia into a unappealing hug that consisted of Rukia having her head squished between the bust of the other women.

"Jesus!" Rukia breathed out, as she managed to escape the other women's hold. Was it already seven? How long did she sleep?

"Now, up we go! Time to get you all pretty! I'm so excited, you never party with me." Rangiku exclaimed, while dragging Rukia up the stairs. The smaller female didn't even realize Rangiku's appearance. She looked flawless, wearing her long hair down her back in waves while her clothing consisted of black skinny jeans, a white lace trimmed crop top, and black pumps. She wore minimal make up, not that she really needed it.

"I have my reasons." Rukia said nervously as she was dragged away from the living room.

Once in Rukia's room, Rangiku went strait to the wardrobe and started searching for an outfit. The petite girl sat on her bed and waited patiently for the other women to instruct her to as Rangiku ranted on about all the people who were expected to be at the party. Her ranting only made Rukia more nervous.

Finally Rangiku set the items Rukia wanted to change into on the bed. It was a grey dress that hugged Rukia's body perfectly and a black leather jacket. Rukia actually liked the outfit. Considering Rangiku had a thing for revealing skin, it could have been much worst.

"Now hurry and change!"

"Alright, alright."

Rukia grabbed the clothes and went into her bathroom. Once she switched out the clothing she returned to her bedroom for Rangiku's approval.

"You look so cute! You should dress like this more often, suits you well. Now here, to complete your edgy look!" The women handed Rukia a pair of black combat boots that stopped at her ankle. Rukia's favorite boots. Rangiku's choice made her smile.

After putting the boots on, Rukia sat on the chair at her vanity as the strawberry blonde proceeded to do her make-up. Rukia wasn't one for make up so she made sure that Rangiku kept it light. Which was just a small amount of eyeliner, mascara, and a little lipstick that was a peach-pink color.

"You're like a doll, Rukia! I'll try to keep the boys off you." The taller women teased as Rukia rolled her eyes.

"I think it'll be me trying to keep the boys off you." Rukia countered.

"Oh whatever! You're all ready so let's go!" Rangiku exclaimed pulling Rukia out of her room and down the stairs. Rukia barely managed to grab her purse, phone, and keys due to Rangiku's eagerness to leave. Locking up behind them, the smaller girl then followed the other female into her car and slipped into the passenger seat. Rukia was now anxious, not knowing what the night had for her.

Pulling up to the house, Rangiku parked the car. Rukia overlooked the house as she opened her door. She could already hear loud music blasting from the house. Closing the door behind her, she was met with Rangiku linking arms with her, pulling her up to the house. Once inside, Rukia was already seeing familiar faces. But a slight frown set upon her face when Rangiku was greeted by someone she didn't even know and pulled away from her.

"Hey, Rukia! What are you doing here? I never see you get out, let alone in these parts of town." Someone called out. Turning around she saw a head of red hair in front of her.

"Nice to see you too, Renji." Rukia replied with a grin. It was nice to see her longtime friend.

"Oh, ya! Nice to see you! Also, you look good!" Renji said surprised, eyeing her outfit as he draped an arm over her shoulder.

"Like I haven't looked good before?" Rukia teased, trying not to shy away from his physical contact and the compliment he made.

"Ugh! You know what I mean!" He claimed. Rukia only laughed nodding. Stepping away from the arm he had around her, she turned so she was facing him properly again with a decent amount of space between the two of them, only to accidentally bump into someone.

"Thought you agreed that you would look where you were going?" A familiar voice huffed out, only to have Rukia in awe as her violet eyes met with a pair of green ones.

"Hey, Toshiro! Good to see you here! Rukia, you know him?" Renji asked, eyeing the two in question.

"Not really." Rukia mumbled. But she was sure to take note on the strangers name; Toshiro.

"You're friend here has a bad habit of not looking where she's going, is all." Toshiro explained, his tone seeping with annoyance. Rukia only rolled her eyes.

"Chill out! Not everyone can be the perfect prodigy like you, you know?" The red head laughed patting Toshiro's back. "Anyways, Rukia this Toshiro. Toshiro this is Rukia. I'm sure you two shorties will get along." Renji laughed, as he made his way to another group of people to associate with.

"Excuse me?" Rukia called out to Renji in a offended tone. Shorite?

"Fucking, Abarai." Toshiro whispered under his breath, which Rukia barely managed to hear.

"Don't worry. You're taller than me anyways." The raven head said, to try to lighten the awkward air between the two.

Toshiro only scoffed, as he began to eye her up and down. "So, Rukia it was?"

She nodded, trying not to seem uncomfortable from him wandering eyes. Mostly people didn't blatantly stare at people. And it was those green eyes that made her even more nervous, causing her to shift a bit.

"Sounds familiar. Aren't you a Kuchiki? You sure look like one."

She nodded slowly, wondering how he knew.

"Thought so. My father works with your brother. Hitsugaya is my last name, by the way." Toshiro explained, while his hands began to settle in the front pockets of his pants.

"That explains it." She breathed out.

The male nodded, almost laughing at her reaction. "What? Thought I was a stalker?" He asked.

"Most people wouldn't know another strangers last name, unless they were a stalker. Or in your case, a friend of the family." Rukia replied simply with a shrug.

"Fair enough." Toshiro agreed.

"You two! What is this?!" A certain strawberry blonde called out to the conversing pair.

"There you are." Rukia sighed out, joining Rangiku by her side, feeling a weight lifted off her shoulders as she could finally dismiss herself from the awkward conversation.

"Nice seeing you here, Matsumoto." Toshiro said sarcastically.

"You know, what is with you calling everyone by their last names? Everyone else calls me Rangiku, get on that train!" Rangiku scolded in a teasing manner, pointing an index finger at the shorter male.

"Whatever." The male said, as he dismissed himself from the two females. "See you around, I guess." Toshiro, said looking down at Rukia.

Nodding her head, she gave a small wave.

"Aw, Rukia! I would totally ship you and Toshiro. I know he's a bit of a grumpy pants on the outside but hey, on the inside he's a little softie. My two little short friends together!" The busty women ranted on in awe, she blue eyes glistening and all.

"Woah, calm down. I just met the guy. What makes you think I would even want to date him? I don't know anything about him. I don't know if he's my type." Rukia explained. She wouldn't deny that guy was attractive, but he might have been a bit a bit too uptight for her. She didn't even see him smile once, since their two encounters. Why would she want to be with someone who could barely wear a smile?

"Geez! What is your type then? You never date!" Rangiku countered, grabbing the smaller girl by the shoulders and shaking her lightly.

Rolling her eyes, Rukia gave her friend a shrug while a laugh escaped her lips. "You know I just don't want to jump into a relationship halfheartedly. Plus I've dated before, you know." Shaking her head, she starting to make her way to the drink table to distract herself from the topic of dating. It just made her uncomfortable.

Rangiku followed behind her, trying to continue on with the conversation but Rukia zoned her out, as she grabbed a red cup, filling it with beer. Then going on to sip from it, ready to finally let herself let loose.

One drink, led to another, and another until she felt herself buzz with alcohol.

Next thing she knew she found herself waking up in an unfamiliar room. She was snuggled in white soft sheets, that smelled really good. Like pine almost. Sitting up she then began to scan the room with her violet orbs.

"Finally you're awake." A certain husky voice stated.

Yay! First chapter done!
HitsuRuki has to be my favorite pairing so I'm very happy and anxious to see how this fanfiction will turn out.
I plan to have the beginning of this story be somewhat slow paced. I want to build Toshiro and Rukia's relationship. You know, I want it to be as real as possible.
Anyways, I do hope that you all enjoyed this. Please feel free to send me feedback! Writing isn't my strongest skill so I'm open to hearing any suggestions to better my writing.
Lot's of love to all of you and thank you!