Chapter 12: One Actor Too Many

Over in the 9th division, Hisagi stood, gazing out to the black sky. Rain drenched his body, washing away the mud on his shoes. His muscles tensed as he thought about the previous conversation he had with his captain. "Its just not fair, Taichou! She was with us for so long, then she goes over there, and gets swooned by that...stupid, lazy, idiot!" Hisagi slammed his fist down on the table. "You need to be careful of your anger, Shuuhei." Tousen corrected, "Its not befitting you. Anyway, you shouldn't be considering Kyouraku taichou as a nuisance, just because he has fallen in love with your friend. You should feel happy for her, that she found her other half." Hisagi gritted his teeth, "But I'm supposed to be her other half." A sigh escaped his captains lips, "Dear Shuuhei, you are like a son to me, as Hoshichimei-san is like a daughter. I love you two both, and wish no harm on either of you. I do know, however, that you and Hoshichimei-san have tried to be together once and it didn't work out. This doesn't seem like one of your best decisions. You should never challenge a captain." Hisagi took up his things and bowed, "...Have a good day...sir.", then left, without another word.

Hoshichimei nuzzled against Shunsui after he sat down, "Its so cool that the head captain trained you and Jyuushiro-taichou! What an honor! I can't even imagine how strong you two must be. Come to think of it, I don't think I've ever seen you fight!" He laughed, pulling her closer with one of his strong arms, "Lets hope you don't have to ever see me in too serious of a battle; fighting can be such a bother. I like to avoid it at all costs...seeing as how I prefer love above all." She giggled, playing with the material on his haori. "You're so cute, Hoshi-chan." he said bluntly, lifting one of her hands, then placing a kiss on it. She giggled again, "I try, I try." His arm wrapped around her a little tighter, as he placed his sake down and wrapped another arm around her, "Not just cute, but beautiful as well." She stared up into his eyes, grinning, "Oh, yeah?" He nodded, kissing the tip of her nose, "Not even just beautiful...but absolutely, positively...gorgeous." She giggled,feeling the heat rise to her face, "Silly Shunsui-sama." He stared intently into her eyes, as both their expressions started to become more serious. His face dipped closer to hers, as their foreheads met, "I love you...Hoshichimei.". She smiled lightly, "I love you...too..". Shunsui pushed his face to hers, sharing with her their first kiss. It was gentle, moreso than Shunsui had ever thought to give a girl he was so stricken over. Normally he would ravish a woman when he had the chance, but in this case, he had the patience to take it slower than he ever had before. Her cheeks were still warm as their faces parted. Afterwards, the initial shock came in, "O-oh...its getting...late.." she began, starting to pick up her things, "I...should probably be..uh, getting into my room! Yeah...", she stood, gathering her zanpakto and sandals, when suddenly two arms wrapped around her waist, causing her to drop her belongings. Shunsui nuzzled into her hair, "No you don't, your not leaving." She stuttered, "Sh-shunsui-sama..". His throat vibrated against her shoulder, "I want you to stay with me, I want you to never leave me..." She gulped, "I won't ever leave you! I'm with you, am I not? I just figured I'd go to bed..." He shook his head, "No, I want you here with me, always, with me." Hoshichimei could feel her heart beating out of her chest, and knew he could tell also, "B-but...I couldn't stay here...I mean...I wanted to wait for that.." He sighed, squeezing her tighter, "Silly, I don't mean to stay for anything like that. I'm sorry you thought thats what I meant...no, I just want you to stay here. I'll even sleep on the couch if I have to, but.." he paused, still pressed against the back of her neck, "I want to be able to wake up, and see you. I want to be able to see you still sleeping, as the morning sun makes your hair shine, and warms your delicate face. I want you to be the first thing in my morning, and the last thing of my evenings. Sweet Hoshichimei...I want you to be with me forever." Her eyes were widened, shocked that this man loved her so. She managed to turn completely around, facing him. Looking into his eyes, as she placed a loving hand on his face, "How...could I possibly say no...to that?" He smiled, "Good."

Just like he said he would, Shunsui slept on his couch which was only a few feet away from Hoshichimei, who slept on his bed. It didn't take long for them to fall asleep, looking at eachother from across the room with sweet smiles on their faces. Just as the morning sun began to creep its way into his room, Shunsui began to stir on the now ruffled up couch. Opening his eyes slowly, they immediantly were drawn to his bed. He blinked, "Where...is she?" noticing that Hoshichimei wasn't asleep still, and his bed was made perfectly. He began to push himself up, "Hoshi-chan? Are you in here?" Just then, Hoshichimei walked around the corner from his small kitchen, holding a platter with cups on it. "Good morning sunshine," she mused, "Did you sleep well?" He reached one hand out to her, "You were supposed to sleep in Hoshi-chan, so I could gaze on your radiant sleeping figure!" She sat beside him on the couch, "Well...I figured I need practice my 'wife skills' if we are to get married." then smiled knowingly at him. His face immediantly lit up, "You have decided to tell people now?" She nodded, giggling, "After last night...what you said to me...I just knew...this was right." Shunsui couldn't contain himself, he reached his arms around her and squeezed tight, "I'm so happy to hear that!" She squeezed him back with one arm, careful not to spill the drinks.

After their breakfast, and a small walk in the garden, Shunsui and Hoshichimei made their way to the courtyard, where they had asked everyone from the team to meet. Upon arrival, a few of the shinigami were getting restless, wondering what the sudden meeting was for. Shunsui walked up to them, "Hey, how are you all doing this fine morning?" A few of them smiled, while others pushed past his question, ready to leave. He sighed to them, "All right all right, no need to be grumpy." then turned to Hoshichimei, who walked up and stood beside him. "I have some news for all of you," he paused, looking down, smiling at Hoshichimei, then looked back to the crowd, "Hoshi-chan and I...are getting married!" Gasps took over the crowd, as a few of them started hooping and holloring. Hoshichimei giggled at their expressions; everyone was there, and all of them were smiling and cheering. Shunsui wrapped his arm around her shoulder, smiling knowningly at her, "See? They all approve. It all worked out just fine." She smiled back, "Yeah.."

That evening, after a long celebration that lasted several hours, all the shinigami had reported back to their stations, or to sleep in the barrocks. Shunsui and Hoshichimei made their way back to 'their' room, talking about when they'd be able to see Nanao soon, and what her expression might be once they tell her the good news. With a click, the door shut behind them. After that, there were no more noises, other than the sound of the wind rustling through the trees. Lurking in the depths of the shadows, Hisagi shunpoed from corner to corner, evading every shinigami on their night watch. Everything seemed well and clear, until he accidentally bumped into one of the nightsman. "Y-you! Hisagi Shuuhei of the 9th division! What are you doing he-", he was cut off by a blade, pressed against his throat, and Hisagi whispering into his ear, "One more word, and my zanpakto slicing through you, will be the last thing you hear." The nightsman gulped, "Y-yes s-sir...", and Hisagi pulled away, not before bashing the man on the skull with the handle of his blade, knocking him unconscious. Still he continued to tread quietly around the corners, until he finally reached the captains quarters. From outside he could see a soft light illuminating the room, and two people inside. He could see her laughing and waving her arms around happily, before the other came up and hugged her tightly. This caused great distraught in Hisagi's heart, "Stupid, stupid Kyouraku...", he growled under his breath.

Shunsui kept his arms wrapped around his new fiance, "You know," he mused, "Theres this beautiful garden out of the Seireitei, in a mountainous region.." She grinned, "Oh yeah? Hmm, that sounds nice.." Hoshichimei and the lazy captain danced silently on the bamboo floors, as another person crept quietly outside of their window. Shunsui dipped his face to the side of Hoshichimei's neck, placing a soft, subtle kiss. She smiled, "Its getting late, we should probably get to sleep." He lifted his face towards hers, "Yare Hoshi-chan...you spoil my fun." Giggling, she gave him a tight squeeze, then pulled away, "I'll take the couch tonight." He shook his head, "No, I will not allow it! You sleep on my bed until we're married, and then.." he paused, grabbing her hand, "I sleep there too." She could see a sparkle in his eyes, which made her laugh, "Silly Shunsui-sama...alright, if thats what you want." Grabbing some clothes and a towel, she walked towards the shower, "I'll be out in a few, feel free to go to sleep without me. Love you, Good night." then shut the door with a 'click'. Shunsui turned off the light, and lay down on his couch. His conscious began to fall, listening to the quiet hmyn of the shower, and enjoying the chilly wind that had just begun to drift into the room.

His eyes snapped open, "Wait, the window was closed.." as he looked over, and saw the window wide open, curtains flailing in the wind. Sitting up, his brow furrowed, "How did that happen..?" he mumbled. Suddenly his attention was brought to a sword flying as his torso, which he blocked with the swift drawing of his own sword. "Hisagi Shuuhei.." he grinned, "So nice to see you this evening." Hisagi gritted his teeth, "Cut the crap!" Pulling his sword back, then charging again at the captain. Their swords clashed, yet it was obvious that the captain had more than enough strength to keep himself up, "Surely I have no idea what you mean, Shuuhei. I'm simply making small talk.", then pushed the fukutaichou away with an abrupt kick in the stomache. Hisagi crashed into a table, pushed himself up, and stood firmly glaring at the captain, "You," he heaved, "I told you to leave her alone!" Shunsui scratched his chin non-chelontely, "...Yeah? And?". The fukutaichou took this most disturbingly, "You son of a--" but was cut off, as the bathroom door slid open, and a quickly dressed Hoshichimei stood staring at him. "Hisagi...what are you doing here? And...why is your zanpakto..." she covered her mouth, eyes widened, "Hisagi!" Shunsui stood beside her, placing a loving arm around her shoulders, "Its okay, the poor boy is just confused," he turned to the purple haired shinigami, "Now, please leave. We need to sleep, as do you." Hisagi Shuuhei looked at his life-long friend, who was now quivering in sadness and dissapointment, then at the man who held firmly to her. "No, I won't leave, not until Hoshichimei comes back with me to the 9th division." Said girl was pulled closer by her protector, "She's not coming with you, she's soon to be my new fukutaichou." Hisagi pointed firmly at him, "See! Do you see this, Hoshichimei?! His new fukutaichou! His other fukutaichou he was in love with, now you! And, I'm sure hes been with lots of other women! He'll just use you, don't you realize this?!" Hoshichimei pulled herself away from Shunsui, swiftly walked up to Hisagi, and smacked him square across the face. Hisagi's eyes widened as he looked at his friend, "Hoshi...chimei..." Her brow was furrowed and her eyes were serious, "You. Will. Leave." she commanded, "You are not my friend, Hisagi Shuuhei. I no longer know you!"

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BUM BUM BAAAAAAAAAAA!!!!!!!

Yeahhh. I'm not completely satisfied with this chapter, merely because my ideas are starting to be drained! Truth be told I have NO IDEA how I'm going to work any of this out. Yeah, seriously! I thought it sounded nice, but I really hate being mean to Hisagi, yet at the same time its so fun to have someone to pick on, yet unrequited love sucks (I KNOW from experience) and bah! I'M BATTLING INNER TURMOIL.

SO! I came up with an idea (just now!). Since I know theres more than one reviewer now, I'm asking each reviewer, and hopefully theres even more than 2 lol, to post ideas.

Also I wanted to let you guys know something; I did not drop off the face of the earth, I swear! I'm still alive. Thing is, this is my first semester taking classes at College, and I'm still in High School. The end of this semester is like crazy hard for me, I have lots of papers, tests, essays, group projects, and speeches!!! So pleeeease know...it's not that I don't WANT to write for you, it's that I can't as often as I want to. Until this semester is over, and until the Christmas stuff passes I won't be able to keep up a lot...*sigh* Sorry =[

Oh and another thing. I wanted to write another FanFiction but I don't know what pairing to pick! I wanna pick characters that are real, not just characterXOC. I did write a KenpachiXOC but I REALLY HATE IT and its CORNY AS CRAP! Haha. So, if you have any ideas for this story and if you have any ideas for other stories I'd love to take them. OH! And I'll take into consideration characters from stories such as:

-man, Vampire Knight, Naruto, FFX, FFX-2, FFXII, KH, KH2, and other ones I can't think of now that you can just shoot at me lol.