In case this may have caused some confusion, this chapter is base on the night of their return from the interview. Hitsugaya has yet to meet Karin's family. That would be in the next chapter.
In chapter 7, Karin was told by Hitsugaya's servants that she would be staying over at the manor.
"From tonight onwards, Kurosaki Karin is to live with the Hitsugayas at the mansion. Tonight, a few servants will enter your apartment and begin packing your belongings. Tomorrow morning we will confirm with you all your personal items and we will proceed to bringing it over to the mansion." The chauffer spoke with great steadiness and tone in his voice. - Chapter 7.
I'm not saying all of you will get confused but some of you might since it has been a long time since I updated. Some of you might have forgotten what happened in the previous chapters.
Enjoy!
Chapter 8
"Wait…I'm s-sleeping…in his room?" Karin stuttered. Hinamori nodded happily. She proceeded to open Hitsugaya's bedroom door as Karin held her breath. How could she be sharing the same room, not to mention sleep in the same bed as the bastard? The door opened to reveal a very high maintained and awfully large room. Karin felt her breath swooped away as her eyes fell in awe. The bed was king sized with royal gold frames. The mattress was of pure white along with the pillows and blanket while the bed covers were of off white cream. The whole bedroom, or suite, was fully carpeted the colour of light beige. Right across her was a large balcony door that led out to a balcony facing a large tree. Back in the room, near the balcony door was a long couch and a large chair of Royal English style, cream white with gold patterns.
"I see he is a big fan of gold and white," Karin studied the room, temporarily forgetting her problem.
"Hitsugaya-kun is into the royal style." Hinamori said as she stepped into the room. Karin followed her behind. As she stepped into the room, Hitsugaya's scent flooded Karin's senses and her want for him to show up immediately became the very top on her list.
"The servants have changed the sheets and blanket for Hitsugaya-kun and you." Hinamori smiled. Karin shook her head, now remembering what she was so against about.
"Shouldn't I be sleeping in a separate room? You know…only married couples sleep together? We're not married yet." Karin said nervously.
"Oh, in our eyes you guys are already married. The ceremony or as you call it, celebration, is just to make it official." Hinamori answered. "Humans are much more formal in these situations, yes?"
Karin stared at her a little, trying to process everything. Basically couples can sleep together and do what the hell they want without going through the wedding first?
"I…I believe so, yes." Karin answered.
"I wish to know more of the human culture. I have always found their traditions interesting. People may think we are entirely different from them, which in some ways is true but we are almost similar. You still have to meet and honor both the male and female's family." Hinamori commented.
"I see," Karin said slowly.
"Are my clothes here?" Karin asked. Hinamori nodded. "The servants have already sorted out all your clothes in Hitsugaya-kun's walk in wardrobe. However the rest of your belongings are back in your apartment. We will collect them tomorrow," Hinamori answered.
Did she say walk in? Karin's eyes widened. Then it was only Karin realized she had not seen any cabinets in the room except a large door. Could that be?
"I shall leave you to familiarize yourself with the bedroom. After all it is now yours too. Hitsugaya-kun will be up in a moment. Goodnight, Karin-chan. I shall see you in the morning!" Hinamori turned on her heel smiling widely to herself as she exited the room. Karin lifted an eyebrow at Hitsugaya's sister. The girl seemed really happy of Karin being here. She barely knew her and the girl was so warm and welcoming.
Still this doesn't help me one bit. Karin rubbed the back of her neck. The whole ride back to the manor was annoying and yet arousing. She kept thinking of Hitsugaya and her getting things hot and heavy no matter how many times she suppressed those thoughts and images down. And as she glanced over at Hitsugaya, he kept his eyes out the window, sometimes he grinned to himself. It questioned her many times on his smug look though he never once looked at her since they stepped into the limo. She kept clearing her throat violently to drown out the moans she was trying so hard to suppress. It was strange how Hitsugaya had not even acknowledged the noise she was making. Or maybe he had.
As the door closed behind Hinamori, Karin walked over to the bed and flung her bag carelessly on the bed. With her hand on the gold frame, she slowly walked around the bed. The bed belonged to Hitsugaya. He slept on that bed, most probably half naked. Karin shook her head. Bad Karin…But to think of him lying there, most probably caressing her body, in a royal suite, it pricked Karin's skin with guilty pleasures.
Karin turned around and faced the walk in door. "Guess I should check out my clothes," Karin mumbled to herself. She stood in front of the door and with two hands, opened the white door.
"Oh my…god…" Karin felt her heart dropped in awe. Before her was a walk in wardrobe twice the size of her apartment, not to mention there was a second level. The first level consisted of mostly bottom clothing, shoes and accessories. In the middle of the floor was a large glass casing with different sections. Karin slowly made her way towards the case and leaned over it. There were several neckties all rolled and aligned neatly. Next to the ties were at least twenty watches of top brands. Beside the watches were chokers and bracelets. Karin felt her eyes widen every second with shock. Karin turned and noticed that one quarter of the first floor was cleared out for her clothing. She looked up to the second floor and noticed all the jackets and blazers in one section. She turned to her right and noticed all shirts, ranging from casual to formal. Behind her were special made glass cabinets holding five full formal attires. To her left was another glass cabinet holding what looked like to be at least ten different motorcycle helmets.
He has a bike? Karin wondered. It humored her how this wardrobe was bigger than his bedroom. He must like to dress up. Karin shook her head. It saddened her that a man was able to have his clothes fill up one tenth of the wardrobe and not a woman.
Hitsugaya opened the wine fridge. He had already shed his blazer. He lifted his arm up to take a look at the time. It was already eleven. He had already ordered the servants to have an early night.
"Hitsugaya-sama, shall I deliver the wine to your bedroom?" Matsumoto entered the kitchen. She had her nightdress on and her robe over her. Her hair was pulled up into a messy bun.
Without turning to look at her, Hitsugaya proceeded to take out a wine bottle and close the wine fridge.
"I'm fine on my own, thanks for offering Matsumoto," Hitsugaya placed the bottle on the kitchen table top and bent down to take out a silverware tray. He looked up and took down two wine glasses.
"The blood dropper is in the wine fridge top left corner shelf." Matsumoto lifted her her head and rested her gentle eyes on her master. Hitsugaya sighed.
"She and I aren't going to consummate tonight Matsumoto, she won't like blood in her drink," Hitsugaya spoke solemnly.
"Really? I thought she would be accustomed to blood after having a taste of yours," Matsumoto teased. Hitsugaya turned to her sharply, his eyes turned defensive.
"Relax, only I know in this household. Youruichi-dono informed me." Matsumoto placed her hand up.
"She thought it would be best to inform someone in this household just in case we need one more person to cover up when the situation is in dire." Matsumoto folded her arms across her chest softly.
"So do you think I am not the best man you brought me up to be?" Hitsugaya leaned against the counter. Matsumoto had always spoke highly of him and one of the reasons for him being so mature and serious was so he could live up to her expectations. He looked up to her as a friend and family, someone important in his life. To fail her expectations would disappoint him greatly.
Matsumoto laughed softly. Hitsugaya looked at her a little in disbelief. Matsumoto unfolded her arms and proceeded to her master. She placed a kind hand on the side of his face and the other hand on the side of his head, patting his soft white hair.
"Sometimes we break rules to find some happiness. I of all people should know that," Matsumoto smiled before pulling Hitsugaya to her gently, which Hitsugaya willingly let, and placing a kiss on his forehead. Matsumoto pulled back and smiled lovingly.
"Take care and goodnight," Matsumoto turned and left the kitchen. Hitsugaya watched her leave. He smiled to himself, something he normally hid from people.
Hitsugaya opened his bedroom door. He poked his head inside first before pulling his body in and closing the door. The sound of running water was the only song in his bedroom. On his bed were Karin's handbag and her scarf on the couch. He headed toward the balcony and carefully placed the tray on the table in front of the couch. He then opened to open the balcony doors, allowing the night wind to rush in and lift the thin inner curtains up in the air. He turned and headed back to his bedroom door. As he loosened his tie, he closed his bedroom door shut.
"Ah shit!" Came Karin's voice. Hitsugaya turned to his bathroom door.
"Fuck!" Karin cursed as she rubbed her eyes as the water continued running. She had forgotten she had shampoo on her hands and her eye was itchy. Caught up in getting the shampoo out of her eye, she had not heard the bathroom door open.
"Are you okay?"
Karin whipped around and swung her arm at the trespasser.
"Hey watch it! This is dry clean only!" Hitsugaya yelled. Karin, with her head still bowed, she looked carefully to see Hitsugaya with his hands up in defense or more like to protect his suit.
Instead of answering him, Karin resumed to rubbing her eyes.
"What happened?" Hitsugaya asked as he lowered his arms, watching Karin turned around and lift her head up to the showerhead.
"I got shampoo in my eyes, that's what." Karin flooded her eyes with water. After a few more seconds, Karin let out a sigh of relief as the pain receded. She lowered her head and turned to Hitsugaya.
"Be careful," Hitsugaya scoffed.
Karin rolled her eyes and decided to resume to washing her hair when suddenly she turned around and hugged herself.
"Hello! Privacy!" Karin shouted.
Now it was Hitsugaya's turn to roll his eyes. "I've already seen you naked. What's the difference with this?"
"Since you can read my thoughts. Get out!" Karin pointed to the door before snapping her arm back over her chest.
"This is ridiculous. This is my bathroom. I come in as I please." Hitsugaya scowled at Karin.
"It is mine now too," Karin glared back.
"I own this manor. You don't." Hitsugaya said in a dangerous tone that pissed Karin off further and strangely, turned her on. Not thinking of the pleasure side that always haunted her, Karin reached for the knob and turned it. The water flow stopped and Karin pushed open the glass door.
"Fine, if I can't bathe in private, I'll go find a guest bathroom to bathe in." Karin snapped. She turned to the towel rack and was about to reach for a towel when Hitsugaya slapped her hand away. Karin gaped at him and then narrowed her eyes at him. So he wants to be childish about it eh?
"Okay then, I'll just have to use you," Karin grabbed hold of Hitsugaya's vest and pulled him toward her. In a blink of an eye, Karin had her arms around his neck and her wet body rubbed against his front. Hitsugaya was at loss for words as she grabbed his hands and ran them up and down her arms. Like a snaked being charmed, Karin swayed against him, rubbing her wet hair against his neck, water dripping into his collar.
Like the world had come into a strange plane, Hitsugaya felt his insides explode with desperation to escape. Quickly regaining ground, Hitsugaya pulled his hands away from her.
"My suit!" He looked down at his wet vest and pants. Karin smoothed her wet hair back and placed her hands on her hips. Hitsugaya reached to his neck and wiped away the water.
"Thanks," Karin tiptoed and grabbed the towel from the rack. With her head held out high, she wrapped the towel around her body and walked out of the bathroom.
Hitsugaya ruffled his wet hair with his towel as he stepped out of the bathroom with long blue sweat pants and a long sleeves dark blue T-shirt. He glanced over his room to find Karin, only to see a soft rise and fall movement on his bed. He lowered his towel as he watched a dozed of Karin on his bed. She was dressed in a pair of long black fitting cotton pants that flaunted her legs and a loose beige tank top. Her back faced Hitsugaya, her hands tucked under his pillow. Hitsugaya sighed and returned to his bathroom to brush his teeth. Moments after, he came out of his bathroom and switched off his bathroom lights. A shifting sound alerted Hitsugaya and he turned to see Karin curled up into a prawn. Her arms hugged her body tightly. Without a moment's hesitation, he went round to Karin's side. The next thing that caught his eyes was the peaceful looking face she carried in her sleep. She may have a few frowns appearing and disappearing but after all she had been through, it was not a wonder. Careful not to wake her, he slipped his arm under her legs and lifted them up. Gently he pulled his blanket from underneath her. Quietly, he lowered and straightened her legs. He lifted the blanket up high and pulled it up a little. With caution, he covered her and tucked her in with his blanket.
After securing her with the blanket, he noticed a sign of relief glowed on Karin's sleeping face. Instead of going to bed immediately, Hitsugaya remained still, watching her. His hand slowly reached over to her cheek and slowly, his thumb caressed her soft skin. Like a moment stopped in time, a night without pleasures, for the first time, he saw how peaceful she looked when she was asleep. Sure he slept with her once but he never took notice of her sleeping face. It was so different from when she was awake. He moved his hand up to her hair and stroked her head tenderly. A small smile escaped his lips as he watched her. The flowery scent of his shampoo lifted off her skin as the wind blew strongly into the room. Strangely tonight, he had not craved for the lustful taste of her body. He merely wanted her company.
Hitsugaya got up and took one last look at Karin before making his way towards his bedroom door. Just as he was about to place his hand on his bedroom door handle, a sleepy voice spoke up.
"Where are you going?"
Hitsugaya turned around to see Karin slowly shifting herself round to face him. Her sleepy face so harmless and clam.
"Going to the guest bedroom," Hitsugaya answered.
"For?" Karin snuggled her head into the pillow deeper.
"To sleep." Hitsugaya said softly.
Karin felt more warmth grace her body.
"You sleep here. It is your bedroom." Karin spoke softly.
"It's yours too," Hitsugaya folded his arms, his face with little expression. Karin sighed with a faint smile. Hitsugaya could have sworn the moon temporarily lit her face just for him to see her smile.
"I could use your company," Karin said.
Hitsugaya stared at her a little longer, contemplating. She was inviting him to sleep next to her on his own bed.
"Are you sure?" Hitsugaya whispered.
Karin yawned and her hand appeared from under the blanket. She rubbed her eyes and stretched her legs under the warm blanket.
"Positive," Karin yawned. Hitsugaya took it, as she was more than sure she wanted him next to her. He made his way to his bed and lifted the blanket. Karin remained still as he slipped under the blanket and lay his body down next to hers. Once he settled down, he stared at the ceiling.
"Well, goodnight. I don't know what you got plan for my family but it better be well planned and convincing. My father may be easily fooled but not my brother, I warn you first." Karin lazily said. Hitsugaya kept his eyes on the ceiling, a solemn expression on his face. He never imagined that he would have to meet the family in such darkness and web of secrets.
A faint scent of winter flowers flooded Karin's mind softly. She slowly stirred, rubbing her face deeper into her pillow. Streams of light started to pass through the curtains. That's strange…this doesn't feel like my pillow…Karin thought drowsily. She lifted her head a little to find half of her body draped over a sleeping Hitsugaya. Her right arm was across his chest, resting by his side. Her right leg was resting comfortably on his legs while her chest lay upon his chest. Karin felt her cheeks tingle as she felt his soft breathing rise up and down against her breasts. It was not that she had not felt his breathing against her. Their breathing was usually rapid, fast and sometimes gasping for air during their night together and certain moments. However what she had right now with him in his bed, it was something entirely different. She found herself studying his face, taking in his heavenly comfort that he gave her. She felt strangely safe, secure and funnily, happy. His face was at a slight angle away from her, his hair disheveled and his teal eyes hidden away by his eyelids. Karin lowered her head till her chin rested against this shoulder.
Am I…. starting to fall in love? Karin wondered to herself. Can I even love another man?
Karin lowered her eyelids. Please don't let me hurt again… I'm scared…more than you ever know.
As slumber finally took place over Karin, an aching heart beats within a body. I'm scared too.
Hey guys, sorry for the short chapter. This is sort of my welcome back chapter to myself are being away from fanfiction for so long. I am now in the editing stage of my project so I finally have some time to continue my 'How Do you explain us" and finish "Someone for me" which by the way is still at work.
Thank you for the reviews and the support. It means a lot to me that you guys enjoy reading what I write. Even after spending to long of a time away from fanfiction, I am still in love with Bleach and Hitsugaya x Karin so much that my love for writing this story has not disappeared.
And I hope you guys like how I take this modern vampire approach. I promise you more things will come their way and we'll start to see more of Karin's witch and werewolf side soon enough.
