Reunion

It's almost been a week since my mother left with a few of the other captains. Since then I was stuck with Gin until she returned, if she did. Gin noticed my constant fear of losing the people I was close too. He had kept telling me that they were fine and nothing would go wrong. I believed his words and kept myself in high spirits. For the time being I just wandered around and hung out with a few of the people I knew in the seireitei. Even with them around I missed my friends more then ever. I missed Renji picking on Momo. Most of all I missed Izuru's kindness and just liking to talk about nothing. Hisagi had also somehow found a way into my heart. Only because he was kind enough to let me practice even when I shouldn't of been. There were still two more weeks of the break and I wondered if any of them missed me. I'm sure they were all having a good time with their families and friends.

"Kimmi are you still in there?" Gin asked kneeling in front of me.

I jumped a little, "Yeah I'm fine…"

"Don't worry everyone's fine. They'll be back in a few days"

"Promise?"

"Promise." Gin smiled.

-A few Days Later-

I waited for any word of the captains return. Gin walked in smiling as usual. I was always confused on why he was always smiling and such. I had asked him once but he never gave me an answer. I guess it was something he didn't want to talk about it. I noticed he was holding something behind his back. Instantly I went to our usual game where I tried to tackle him and take whatever was behind his back. I quickly jumped up but missed and landed on the floor. Gin's smile grew wider and I was determined to win this time. I chased him around fourth, fifth, and even sixth company trying to catch him. Gin just kept smiling and taunting me to do better. Finally after two hours I tacked him to the ground hard enough to make him frown a little.

"I WIN!!" I said happily.

"Yes you did. Your getting better" Gin smiled and sat up.

"Thank You"

"Anyways there's word going around that they're going to be back later tonight"

"Yay!!"

"Figured that would help you feel better"

"Really?"



"Yeah. Also this is for you" Gin said holding up a small bag of candy.

My eyes grew wide and I took the bag without hesitation. Gin laughed and helped me back up. I offered him a piece but he refused.

"No thanks. They're all yours"

"Really? Why…I figured you would want some"

"Those were from your father" Gin replied.

"M-my father?..." I asked confused.

Gin ruffled my hair, "Yeah. He can't wait to finally see you after all this time. He would of come to visit but work kept him in his office all day"

"So..I'll finally get to meet him.." I smiled slightly.

Gin nodded and helped me train for awhile. I learned that Shinso was more apt for long range fighting. I was awed by any zanpactou I would see. Gin was often amused with my amazement and showed me as many as he could. Some of them were unique in their own ways. Every zanpactou had its own special ability. From what I learned Shinso's was to extend as far as Gin wanted it too. He had showed me a few times and laughed at my wide eyes. I had come to look up to him as an older brother seeing how he was taking time out of his life to keep an eye on me and keep me company. He had even told me stories from his academy days and what it was like on the battle field. I listened to every word and tried to picture what it was like. Facing huge hollows in a almost dead field or battle ground. I can't say it didn't scare me in the least. In fact I was terrified in a small way.

Soon night fell and the captains were due to return at any moment. Gin stayed with me even though the cold was bothering him. I waited patiently for any sign that they were back. I missed my mother dearly even though I've only known her for awhile. Soon the gate opened and several of the captains emerged, but I didn't see her. Instantly my mind thought of the worst case scenario. Gin noticed my sudden change in mood and placed a comforting hand on my shoulder. I was about to cry until I saw the familiar outline of my mother. I wanted to run up and hug her, but something was keeping me where I was. Soon the last figures appeared and the gate shut. All the captains talked to themselves except for a group of three. It consisted of mom, uncle Kyoraku, and another man with white hair. Gin motioned for me to go up and talk to them.

I stood up and made my way to the small group. Kyoraku was the first to notice me. He smiled warmly and waved at me. I smiled and wasn't sure how to really act. My mother turned around and smiled. I wanted to cry right now. I was worried that she wouldn't of come back and that maybe she would of bee lying dead somewhere in the battlefield. The other man turned around and faced me. I froze on the spot, not sure on what I should do. The man smiled warmly and walked up to me.

"It's been so long since I last saw you" he spoke gently.

"….w-who are you?" I asked looking at the ground.

Instantly I found myself in a bear hug, "You don't remember me? But I can see why. I really didn't get to see you that much…."

My eyes watered, "d-dad?"

I felt the hug get stronger, "Yeah. I'm here sweetie"

I couldn't stop myself and began crying into my father's uniform. After all this time I finally had a family. I felt a hand gently stoke my hair and I felt more secure. Mom walked up and I hugged her as well. I was home for real now. With friends and family. I looked over in Gin's direction and he just smiled slightly and nodded a little. Now all that I needed was to see my friends again and I would be happy again.

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Wow another chapter done! Thanks for reading. I don't think this was the best ending for the chapter but I'm still half way asleep so yeah.