Hello my darlings! My play is over and I am ready to write! I was sitting at the computer for a good half hour before I finally started typing. I just couldn't think of anything! It was terrible! But I have an idea now and I'm excited!

QUICK RECAP:

Toshiro and Izuru are both pregnant.
Ichigo and Gin are the fathers.
Ichigo died and is now a full time soul reaper as the 5th seat of the 10th Division.
Izuru and Gin's baby is a boy and they are naming it Blayne.
Toshiro found out how to play tarot cards.
Ichigo got advice from Grimmjow and Ulquiorra in a dream that parenting is hell.
Ichigo lost control of his hollow AGAIN.
Toshiro and Izuru are currently 4 and 9 months along within the 12 months.

Everyone caught up? Okay, let's begin!

Toshiro: Cookie does not own Bleach or its characters.

Baby Strawberry Snowflakes

4 months

Hitsugaya's POV

It was a normal day in the Soul Society. Paperwork for me to do, the re-hiding of Matsumoto's alcohol, check up with Unohana, more paperwork, and regular visits from Ichigo. I had gotten news that Kira had been sentenced to bed rest for the last 3 months of his term. I can tell they are excited but Kira is pretty big. He looks like he swallowed a watermelon whole. Was I gonna look like that soon? I'm having twins so I'll most likely get bigger faster. Which I am not happy about. Renji returned from his undercover mission in the World of the Living yesterday. I'm not sure which way he turns. He has strong feelings for both Kuchiki family members. But he has to show respect to Byakuya because he is his subordinate. And Renji and Rukia have been friends since they lived in Rukongai. It's hard to tell, and it would be extremely rude to ask him. I looked down and saw stray brush strokes all over the paper.

"Crap." I muttered. I really need to stop daydreaming.

It's also hard to pay attention to the work anymore because I'm either off in La La Land or falling asleep. I've been afraid to sleep lately because I've been hit with bizarre and freaky dreams. When I talked to Izuru the other day he said that was normal and it should decrease over time. But until then, I don't want to go to sleep because I don't want creepy nightmares that consist of me stealing from a store and getting chased by cops on slimy roads, being chased by monster macaroni, or watching a man-eating spider devour everybody I loved. I crumpled up the piece of paper and threw it away.

Ichigo came inside without knocking as usual, "Hey. How ya holding up?"

"Good I guess." I replied, "Been a whole lot better. I've been deathly tired recently due to lack of sleep."

"I'm sorry to hear that." Ichigo said with a look of sympathy.

I scoffed, "You have no idea how many times I've heard that today."

Ichigo smiled, "I have a surprise for you."

"Really?" I perked up, "What is it?"

"Close your eyes." He said.

I did as he instructed, "Kurosaki, if this is a prank you are dead."

"I know you don't mean that, Toshiro." Ichigo's voice said. "You'd be nothing with me gone."

"I beg to differ." I retorted. "Where's that surprise?"

Ichigo chuckled, "Right here."

I felt something placed on my lap. I opened my eyes and saw a box with holes in it, "Kurosaki, there's holes in the box."

Ichigo nodded, "I know that. Now open it."

To amuse him, I carefully lifted the lid off the box and put it to the side. I looked inside the box and saw a small, fluffy, white kitten that couldn't be more than a month old. It looked up at me with big round blue eyes.

When it mewed I smiled, "Thank you Ichigo. It's beautiful."

"What should we name it?" he asked.

I was slightly lifting the tail, "Is it a boy or a girl?"

Ichigo shrugged, "I don't know."

"It's a boy." I said finally.

"So what should we name it?" Ichigo repeated.

I thought for a second, "Ichirou."

"Ichirou?" Ichigo repeated.

I nodded, "Not only is it a combination of our names, but it also means one and son. This is kinda like our first child. Whether the twins are boys or girls, he is our first son. So the name suits him."

The small kitten mewled in agreement. Ichigo laughed, "I think he agrees."

"So where'd you get him?" I asked.

"I forgot a few things back in the World of the Living and on my way back I saw him wandering the streets. He looked so much like you, I thought it'd be a wonderful gift." He explained.

I got up and hugged Ichigo, "He's perfect." I kissed him, "Thank you so much Ichigo."

Ichigo smiled, "Finally you use my first name."

I smiled too and hugged him for a few more seconds more he let go, "Wow Toshiro, you're starting to show."

I pouted, "Must you point that out?"

"Yeah, we're gonna hafta get you some loose fitting clothes soon. I'm sure your uniform isn't gonna fit once you get bigger. Don't worry, you can still wear your haori." Ichigo reassured.

Right when I was about to say something, I noticed Ichigo wasn't looking at me anymore.

Ichigo's POV

Toshiro and I were in a conversation until I felt a familiar spiritual pressure. I turned to the door way and saw a beautiful figure that I hadn't seen in years. A long and curvy body with long flowing hair and tight white and black clothes.

Toshiro took a quick glance and scoffed, "Nice try Matsumoto. It's not Halloween so stop screwing around and get to work."

I was in shock, "N-Nel…"

"Nel? Who's Nel?" Toshiro looked again and saw that wasn't Matsumoto.

"It's been awhile, hasn't it Ichigo?" The Espada said.

OMG it's Nel!! Well Neliel since she's in her adult form. Basically, she was accepted back into the Espada. I'm glad to have gotten another chapter out for ya! It took me a while to think of something. I finally thought of the cat idea and just threw in some other random stuff.

Gin: Still no me.

Me: Stop your complaining! When Izuru's baby comes you'll be in the entire chapter!

Izuru: Don't make me think of that.

Me: Oh hey Izuru! I didn't know you were here.

Toshiro: We can only fit so many people in the after chapter chat y'know.

Gin: I think Izuru should definitely contribute ta the conversation.

Me: Me too!

Toshiro: Fine. I see I'm outnumbered.

Me: I'm kinda sad.

Gin: Aw, why is ya sad?

Me: Cuz my best friend is moving away. I'm gonna miss him so much.

Toshiro: Sure.

Me: Anyway, I think I have the middle names for Hitsugaya's children. The first names are still being chosen from what was given.

Toshiro: What are they?

Me: Aelita and Lydia.

Gin: Tis pretty.

Izuru: I agree.

Me: REVIEW TO SEE TOSHIRO'S REACTION TO NEL'S APPEARANCE!!