Hey, this is another one-shot I was inspired to write because of SakuraBlossom24. um, this is also a belated valentines day one-shot so bare with me folks.

Title: Why do fools fall in love?

Summary: Valentine's Day in the Soul Society is a little different, if not better than the one celebrated in the Human world.

Pairing: Kagome/Hitsuguya

Dedicated to: SakuraBlossom24 and any other person who asked for this pairing.

Something I realize: they get older! The Shinigami that is. Oh and this is before Ichigo comes.

Sometimes, things can't be explained with logic and science. Sometimes, you have to let your heart guide you through though situations. That was something Tōshirō Hitsuguya had to learn the hard way.

It was Valentine's Day in the Soul Society. The thought of the sill holiday brought a smile to his face, because 3 valentine's days ago, he didn't even believe in love. It was all because of the newest addition to the soul society, Kagome Higurashi.

It all began when General Captain Shigekuni Yamamoto-Genryūsai called all of the captains and lieutenants for an important meeting:

"Thank you for joining me. I have assembled you all here because I would like you to meet the newest addition to out group. She will be in my squad as third seat as well as head medic for the clinic. Her name is Kagome Higurashi and you will show her respect. She is the Shikon Miko of the sacred Shikon no Tama, and through sad events, died during the final battle over the jewel. But here she will be safe and protected and properly cared for. It was my intention to create another squad for her to run but that would disrupt the order of everything. She is too high in rank to be in the positions assigned to her but she has asked for such and I can not deny her."

"You flatter me way to much Yamamoto-kun." Everyone turned to see a young girl in a fire blue kimono held together with a white obi. Silver etchings and pale pink cherry blossoms covered the kimono. Long raven hair that had a bluish hue to it, shocking blue eyes and a frown on her face, everyone was formally introduced to Kagome Higurashi.

"It's very nice to meet you all. You already know my name and I hope, over time, to learn all of yours and get to be if not friends, then at least comrades with all of you." She bowed and the other's bowed as well.

Tōshirō couldn't take his eyes off of her. By height, she reached a little bit above his nose. "Um, how did you die?" Unohana asked. "Oh, well, during the final battle I was attacked by our enemy Naraku. He wanted to merge with me so he would be able to have complete power over the Shikon. With the help of a Miko keeping the jewel pure, he could wish on it repeatedly instead of just once. When we merged, I purified him, along with myself, in order to keep perfect balance in the world."

"What a sacrifice." Zaraki couldn't help but be impressed. "When you believe in something, or wish for something, no matter what, you have to do your very best to protect it and make it come true. My wish was for my friends and family, and anyone that suffered because of the jewel, including Naraku himself, would have a second chance at life and that the Shikon Jewel would never again be used for evil. If sacrificing my life could accomplish that, I would gladly do it again, and again." She said with a bright smile.

The room was quiet. No more questions where asked. They knew about the jewel. It was an important part of their studies while in the academy. "That is all for now. This meeting is adjourned."

Tōshirō shook his head at the memory. She was immediately the center focus of all of the Soul Society. Everyday, she would head out to the many districts of Rukongai just to hang out with the people. The inhabitants of the society was just as enamored with as they were. Even though Squad 11 hated Squad 4 there were many reports of them being checked into the clinic with severe damages. Yachiru has also taken a liking to her. At first Yachiru called her kuro-chan but then switched to calling her nee-chan. The two of them could always be seen hanging out and playing around or poking at Gin's eyes to see if he would open them. Even,Komamura allowed her to see him with out his helmet and even let her play with his ears.

Other times, you could find her talking with Nanao and Nemu, or playing shogi with Byakuya or teasing Kaname. Zaraki could be seen trying to fight her and Rangiku and Yumichika are always buying her new clothes or accessories. Due to her new position, Kagome with the help of Unohana, started to train the squad which met no objections because they were tired of being the weakest squad. Within time, squad 4 became formidable opponents and even more fights broke out between squads 4 and 11 because of it. Now, squad for had an upper hand: they could heal themselves quickly and dive right back into fighting with no problem. She had so much attention and guys were injuring themselves just to be in her presence.

However, just about 6 times out of ten, you could see her in the fields dancing with the hell butterflies and the normal ones.

Too cute;

He was jealous. He could admit it to himself and to other people too. Well maybe not other people. He liked her. That was all there was to it. He felt something for her but it was based on her rank and beauty. It wasn't until he actually talked to her face to face that he actually realized how much he really liked her.

She was mediating when he spotted her. "Hitsuguya-san! Would you like to join me? It's a beautiful day today!" he was going to refuse but decided to go anyway. Sitting next to her he turned and greeted her. "Hello Higurashi-sama. What are you doing out here by yourself." "Hiding. Yumi-kun and Ran-chan are trying to dress me up for this thing she decided to work on. She decided that who ever got me the best present for Valentine's Day they would win a free trip to the Human World for two. I don't want to hurt anyone's feeling but it's just that…well…never mind. And don't call me "sama" I hate those things just call me Kagome."

He wasn't really paying her much attention. He was too busy looking at her. Her eyes were sparkling in the sun and her hair shined, the blue in her hair coming out more because of the sun. She was wearing a red and yellow summer yukata with a matching yellow and pink obi. Her hair was pulled back in a bun and was held together by a ruby clip. Other than her painted coral pink lips, there was no other trace of make up on her face. In her ears were little butterfly earrings. "I like the earrings." He mumbled.

Kagome looked at him blankly before nodding enthusiastically. "They were a present from my brothers. My little one got me these earrings. My older adoptive brother got me the clip, and most of the kimono's you will see me in because he thinks that it is disgraceful to walk around nothing but such finery. I just want some jeans and a T-shirt." She sighed and Tōshirō couldn't help but give her a small smile of his own. Her pout was just adorable. "NEEEEE-CHAANNNNNNNN!!!!!!!!!" Kagome jumped up just in time to catch Yachiru. "Hello imouto. What's going on?" "Nothing! Ken-chan and got something for you!" Kagome turned towards Zaraki who was looking away from the two of them.

"Let me see it then." Yachiru handed her a box and Kagome opened it slowly. It was a medium sized black, gold, and red lacquer music box. On it was gold and red cherry blossoms and a large tree that nearly made Kagome drop the box. "The Sacred God Tree." "There was a merchant selling some foreign goods. We saw this and thought you would like it! The guy told us it was from some guy named Shippo who lived in Europe a long time ago. It's locked with some strange force so we can't open it."

Kagome felt the tears run down her face as she opened the box and the sweet melody of 'Kataritsugu no Koto' played. Kagome fell on her knees and thanked the two of them over, and over again. "Ne-chan! I didn't mean to make you cry! I'm sorry!" Yachiru cried hugging her. "Ma, ma! No, I am crying tears of joy. I promise to cherish this gift and make sure no harm comes to it." Tōshirō couldn't help but admire how beautiful she looked when she cried.

Of course word got out about that gift and then the onslaught began. That was all Hisagi's fault.

He didn't know what he could get her. It seemed as if everyone already gotten her everything that could be given.

"Cheer up Taicho! I mean, yeah the other guys got her chocolate, stuff animals, jewelry, flowers, clothes, food, their hearts and tears I'm sure you would be able to find something that she likes."

And he did eventually.

The contest was coming to a close. Kagome was fidgeting on the throne they made her sit on and opened up gift by gift. She thanked each person who gave her gift when she spotted a box that she could swear, was not even there. Opening the box slowly the lid burst opened and a swarm of butterflies flew out of the box and flew around her then out of the room. At the bottom of the box were three pairs of jeans and 5 t-shirts. Kagome felt tears well up in her eyes and she hugged her clothes to her chest.

"Um, thanks for coming out but I have picked my winner. I choose Zaraki and Yachiru. Instead of me going to the human world, I decided to send the two of them there so they can relax for awhile. I suggest Tokyo by the way." The other's clapped sadly. They really wanted that trip. After a bit of drinking and party games, everyone cleared out.

"Hitsuguya-san!" he turned around to see Kagome standing behind him with a grin on her face. "I wanted to let you know that you gave me the greatest gift of all and, well… I want to give you something too but you have to close your eyes." Nodding he closed his eyes. Moments seem to go by and he was about to say something when he felt soft, warm lips on his own. Opening his eyes to see a blushing close eyed Kagome, he wrapped his arms around her and pulled her closer.

Tōshirō pilled the last of his paper work up on the table and headed out of the building and out to the field. She was waiting for him and he didn't want to keep her waiting. Using shunpo to speed his trip up, Tōshirō entered the clearing just as Kagome turned to hug him. There was a small amount of space between them because of the lump that separated them. "Have you been taking it easy?"

Kagome smiled and dragged him tot eh blanket she had set up for them. "Of course I did. It was fun having people wait on me hand on foot. Or was that the proper saying. But anyway, Ran-chan has the greatest food recipes! They were utterly delicious. She had this chocolate covered takoyaki with raisins and sauerkraut on it." Hitsuguya turned away from her and covered his mouth. "Please tell me you didn't being any of those things here." "No, I made the food. No worries." Pulling Kagome closer to him, he handed her his valentine's gift.

"Happy Valentine's Day." He said as she opened the little box. Pulling out the jewel incrusted butterfly necklace, Kagome smiled and gave him a peck on the check.

"Happy Valentine's Day." She said back to him as the two of them watched the sunset together.

OWARI