It wasn't that Ukitate enjoyed his long term illness.
No, in fact, he absolutely loathed it. But the one and only upside to having a chronic sickness, were the regular trips to fourth division.
The first time Shunsui dragged him to Unohana's office was the first time he met a brown eyed beauty with the most gentle smile this side of the world. Her warm aura left him instilled with a sense of comfort that had been missing for years. Either way, after that first appointment, Ukitate no longer needed Shunsui to drag him up to fourth division's barracks.
In fact, now he showed up early. Ready to take part in their bi-weekly ritual of pokes and prods as well as a growing friendship. A secret one shared through subtle smiles, and soft grazes.
Yes, if there was one thing he enjoyed from this illness it was his caretaker.
A/N: Does anyone else think they would make an adorable couple?