Skeleneko's Note: This isn't my story. I have permission from Twilight Countess (Amy) to repost this. If you like this story be sure to look out for her book "Eris"!

I'm glad you all like how I made Hisana. I always thought that she would be spicy like Rukia. I think she only got really depressed when she was sick. Knowing that you're going to die must make you put things into perspective.

Chapter Twenty: A Bargain with Byakuya

Hisana's P.O.V.

Much to Hisana's displeasure, the distance between her and Aizen did not remain wide for too long. In the eighth month of being Byakuya's lieutenant, Aizen started to stop by the 6th Division more often than usual. He always had valid excuse to be there, which only frustrated Hisana more.

"Why didn't you send Ichimaru-fukutaicho with this? A captain shouldn't worry about something this trivial," said Hisana one day, her eyes glued to the paper on her desk, not looking at Aizen.

Her anger toward Aizen had dulled a little. She saw no point in holding a grudge, because if you don't forgive someone, then they still have the power to hurt you, and Hisana was certainly not going to let Aizen hold that power over her.

"Because your courtyard has the most beautiful sakura trees in the Seireitei. I enjoy admiring the scenery," he said. Hisana bristled a little at this comment, not sure whether he held a double meaning in his words.

"Well, you have seen them, now you probably should return to the 5th Division." Since being only one rank under him, Hisana had become more open and confident with her rejections.

"I suppose you're right. Goodbye, Sayuri-fukutaicho," Hisana watched him leave the 6th Division Office. That was another thing, he always left whenever she hinted it, and it was so infuriating!

Hisana sighed. "Does he ever quit?"

"He's realized that you're not stupid," said Takuaji's voice in her head. "You are not susceptible to his charms like everyone else, and this fascinates him."

"Lieutenant…" Sao Fuyumi from the 9th Division strode up to Hisana's desk.

"Yes, 3rd seat Sao," asked Hisana dully. Aizen wasn't the only one making unnecessary visits to the 6th.

"Where is my sister?" demanded Fuyumi.

"I'm sorry, Sao, but Fumiko is on a mission in the real world and will not be back for two more weeks."

"What! Who dared issue that order without consulting her family?"

"Uh, maybe I did,as her superior officer." Hisana rose to her feet and walked over to Fuyumi. "She's a seated officer and more than capable of handling herself. It is no concern of mine whether she chooses to inform you or not, but judging by your attitude, I don't really blame her."

Hisana fixed Fuyumi with a very Byakuya-like glare. "If you have no official business here,return to your division at once," Hisana purposely said it as an order, seeing whether Fuyumi would obey or not. Fuyumi stood there. Hisana thought she saw Fuyumi's eye twitch

"Do I need to repeat myself, Lady Sao?" Hisana asked. "As I said before, your status does not help you here. I suggest you leave your birth over ability ideals at your estate where they belong, and not in the Gotei 13."

Fuyumi moved over to her. "You think you're so high and mighty, you piece of Rukongai filth!" Fuyumi hissed. Hisana raised her eyebrow.

"Without Kuchiki-taicho, you're nothing!" said Fuyumi.

"I see, and was my captain helping me at the lieutenant's tryout?" asked Hisana. "You're lucky I don't feel like charging you for the disrespectful behavior you have shown a higher rank officer. But next time I probably won't be so patient. Now, get out."

Fuyumi glared at her before storming out the door.

"Lieutenant…" someone said.

"What Is It?" Hisana's patience was wearing thin. She rounded on the person behind her.

"T-Taicho!" Hisana stuttered at Byakuya. He raised an eyebrow at her. "I-I'm so sorry! Please forgive my rudeness!"

Byakuya thought about inquiring, but thought better of it and got to the point. "There are several troublesome Hollows wrecking havoc on East Rukongai. You and I and the captain and lieutenant of the 13th Division are to dispose of them."

"Hai, Taicho,"

The Hollow roared and swiped his claw at Hisana. She dodged, but not without receiving a scarp on her arm. She looked around to see Byakuya, Ukitake-taicho and Kaien engaged with their Hollows. Hisana Sky stepped up in hoped of getting Takuaji in range of his mask. She cracked her whip and a bolt of lightning hurtled toward the Hollow's head. The Hollow moved out of the way and emitted an energy blast from its mouth. It hit Hisana square in the chest. She flew thirty feet backward and then was falling into darkness.

"Lieutenant!"

"Sayuri-san!"

"Hisana!"

Hisana landed on the ground with a sickening crunch.

Hisana heard people murmuring not too far away.

"She doesn't look too good…"

"What did you expect? She fell over 60 feet…"

"It was a miracle that her heart was still beating…"

"I was just saying…"

"Yeah, Kaien, let's throw you off the Shine of Penitence and see what you look like."

Hisana opened her eyes to see Kaien, Miyako, Nanao and Rangiku's heads hovering over her.

"Ever heard of a thing called personal space?" asked Hisana in a feeble voice.

"Hisana!" Rangiku gave Hisana a 'would be gentle' hug. "I was so worried! When I saw Kuchiki-taicho carrying you to the 4th Division…"

"Oh, it that where we are?' asked Hisana, looking around. "Anyone want to fill me in?"

"Pretty straight forward, you got beaten up pretty bad by a Hollow and are now recovering in the 4th," said Kaien.

"I see," said Hisana. She looked beside her to see several bouquets of flowers.

"Get well wishes from your many admirers," said Miyako. Hisana sighed. Men…

"How long have I been unconscious?" asked Hisana.

"Oh, about twelve days," said Kaien.

"What!" Hisana made to get up out of the bed. "Taicho's going to kill me! He hates when things are late. I must be so far behind." Kaien forced Hisana to lie back down. "If you don't want Unohana-taicho to politely kill you, I suggest you stay put."

"Excellent, you're awake, Sayuri Hisana-san," said a motherly voice. Kaien, Nanao, Miyako and Rangiku stepped away from Hisana's bed and bowed.

"Unohana-taicho," they all spoke. The female captain smiled at them.

"If you will excuse us," said Unohana-taicho, "I must add the final touches to Sayuri-fukutaicho's dressings."

They bowed again and left Unohana and Hisana alone. The female captain walked over to Hisana's bed.

"You're in luck, Hisana-san. All your wounds have healed while you were asleep.

Kuchiki-taicho will be most pleased to know you have awakened. You gave him quite a scare."

Hisana stared at Unohana-taicho. "Nothing scares Kuchiki-taicho, he scares others."

Unohana chuckled at this. "He refused to leave your side for three days. The only time I've seen a captain so concerned for his lieutenant was when I treated Ise Nanao under similar circumstances."

Unohana-taicho finished bandaging Hisana's arm. "You're probably still a little disorientated. Get some rest and you will be most likely be able to leave tonight."

Unohana-taicho placed a hand on Hisana's forehead. Hisana felt her eyes droop as she fell into a dreamless sleep.

Hisana woke up some time later in the afternoon to be covered in something other than her blankets. She opened her eyes to see the fuzzy image of a captain's haori draped over her body.

"Byakuya's so sweet," thought Hisana as she snuggled up closer to it. As she grew more conscious she scanned the symbol on the back. Her eyes widened and she gasped when she saw the number five.

Hisana ripped the haori from her body and flung it across the room. She got out of bed, picked the offending item from the floor and threw it out the window. She saw it flutter in the wind away from the 4th Division. Once she returned to bed, her heart beat had returned somewhat to normal.

"I suppose you're good looking in a way, Aizen," Hisana thought. "Far, far away…"

Half an hour later there was a knock on her door.

"Come in," said Hisana. A boy peeked through.

"You have a visitor, Sayuri-fukutaicho," he said. Hisana drew up her covers, expecting the worst. A man wearing a haori with the number six on it came through the door.

Byakuya's P.O.V.

Byakuya saw her smile and lessen her grip on the sheets.

"Hello, Byakuya-sama," she said happily. "So, when can I get out of here?"

"Unohana-taicho has given you permission to leave," began Byakuya, "but insists that you rest for another week, which is why you will be staying at my home during that time.

Knowing you, you'd most likely attempt to do too much if I let you stay anywhere near the 6th Division."

Hisana pouted. It was the most adorable thing Byakuya had ever seen.

"Most captains wouldn't complain that their lieutenant values work ethic," she said.

"I don't care what you say, you are not lifting another finger for the next seven days," said Byakuya firmly. Hisana's pout turned into a smirk. She yawned and she stretched out her body on the bed slowly and purposely.

"Kuchiki-taicho, if you wanted me back at your estate, all you had to do was say so…"

Hisana crawled up to the foot of the bed and raised herself to her knees so her head was level with Byakuya's.

"I'll stay at your place, Byakuya, but on one condition," said Hisana.

"And what would that be?" asked Byakuya.

Hisana leaned in toward his ear. "…I get to sleep in your room," she whispered.

Byakuya's eyes snapped to hers. She was pouting again. He couldn't believe he was saying this…

"Very well."

Author's Note: OMG! A delicious combo of fluff and evil Aizen, if I do say so myself.