Disclaimer :I do not own anything from this story. Credits to Tite Kubo and owners of Bleach Series
Rukia Kuchiki and Byakuya had been assigned to go undercover as a couple to infiltrate a high-society event. Rukia had been against the idea from the start, arguing that it would be too risky. But as usual, Byakuya had been stubborn and convinced her that they were the best agents for the job.
They spent weeks preparing for the mission, learning everything there was to know about their covers, and practicing how to act like a couple. They had to learn each other's likes and dislikes, favorite foods, and even what made them laugh. It was all part of the plan to make their cover story believable.
On the day of the event, they arrived at the mansion and quickly realized that their mission would be more challenging than they had anticipated. The guests were all from high society, with connections and resources that could jeopardize their entire operation.
As they mingled with the guests, Rukia and Byakuya began to understand the complexities of their pretend relationship. They had to act like a couple in love, which meant being physically close and showing affection. For Rukia, it was a challenge to put on an act of intimacy with someone she had only seen as a colleague and friend. Byakuya, on the other hand, had never been comfortable with physical contact, making it difficult to play the part of a romantic partner.
Despite the obstacles, they managed to keep their cover intact, and even began to enjoy each other's company. They found themselves having fun and laughing more than they had in a long time. They began to understand each other better and started to see each other in a new light.
As the night went on, they found themselves lost in each other's eyes. Their cover story had become a blur, and they both realized that the feelings they had developed for each other were real. But they couldn't act on them; their mission was still ongoing, and they had to remain professional.
The next day, they returned to their headquarters, both lost in thought. Rukia didn't know what to make of her feelings, and Byakuya didn't know how to address the elephant in the room. They went their separate ways, still uncertain of what the future held.
Days turned into weeks, and they found themselves struggling to work together. The tension between them was palpable, and it was affecting their performance on missions. They both knew something had to be done.
One day, Byakuya found Rukia in the training room and decided to have a heart-to-heart conversation with her. He confessed that he had developed feelings for her during their mission, and he knew that their relationship had changed.
Rukia was surprised but also relieved to hear that she wasn't the only one who had developed feelings. She opened up and admitted that she had been struggling with the same thing. They both knew that it was risky to pursue a relationship, but they also knew that they couldn't ignore their feelings.
They decided to give it a shot and take their relationship beyond the cover they had created. As they got to know each other better, they found that their chemistry was undeniable, and they complemented each other perfectly. They were grateful that their mission had brought them together and gave them the push they needed to take the next step.
Their relationship wasn't without challenges, but they faced them together, knowing that they had each other's backs. They eventually went public with their relationship, surprising everyone around them. But they didn't care about what others thought; they were in love and knew that was all that mattered.
In the end, Rukia and Byakuya's pretend relationship had turned into a real love story, one that had blossomed in the most unexpected circumstances. They were grateful for the chance.
The end