Okay this chapter is my fave yet. I hope u think so 2.

Hisana couldn't believe that she was still working for the Kuchiki Household. But, as she expected, Ginrei wouldn't make her stay easy. She would be forced to work in such away she would have to resist Byakuya or else she would be killed. She was to be his new room maid. She would be around him for hours all day; everyday. Hisana didn't know how much more she could take. She was going to lose her mind over one man. Where had her independent persona gone?

She walked as slowly as possible towards his room. Hisana didn't want to see Byakuya, simply because she knew how tempting it would be to resist his smile, or eyes, or even scent. How could she possibly resist such domineering masculinity? How could anyone?! There she was yelling at herself again. Hisana took a long, deep breath and she noticed that she was already at his room's door. She took out a key and unlocked the door, but knocked before she just barged in. He could have been dressing or something. She heard Byakuya say "come" and she opened the door and started in.

Byakuya was sitting in front of mirror staring at himself. He looked as if he were looking into another world. Hisana walked toward him and tried to keep her breathing even. She went to his desk and picked up his brush. Byakuya looked at her through the corner of his eye then returned his attention to the mirror. Hisana took some of his hair and brushed softly. His hair was soft and silky. It didn't even need to be brushed or combed. After a while, she picked up his kensaikan and thought about how she would get them in. She decided that weaving them in softly would be the most painless.

Byakuya never stirred throughout the entire morning. While she dressed him and cleaned his room all he did was look into the mirror. He never talked and he looked at her only once or twice. This scared and unsettled Hisana since he seemed so detached and withdrawn since the ball. He was like a visible ghost in the manor and everyone could see it. Perhaps it was some sort of depression or meditation. Still, Hisana was worried about his well being. She couldn't help it. She did love him, after all.

"Byakuya?" No reply. "Byakuya," she said a little louder. He made no sign that he heard her and continued to stare into the mirror. Hisana went over and touched his shoulder. "Byakuya?" Finally he turned and looked at her directly. "Yes, Hisana." She swallowed. Her throat had suddenly gone very dry. "Are you felling well? You seem very, um, different." She chuckled nervously. Byakuya looked into her eyes and gave her a small smile. "Did I worry you, Hisana?"

Hisana swallowed since his voice had been deep and husky. Her heart started to race and she felt her hands get sweaty. How could one person have such an affect on her? "Yes, you did. It's just that I'm used to you talking to me. Sorry if I disturbed you." Byakuya touched her hand that was on his shoulder. "Don't be. I was just thinking about my options." Hisana cocked her head to the side. "Options about what?" Byakuya looked at her seriously now.

"My future with you." Hisana felt her heart stop. Her throat closed and she felt like it would bleed. Before she could stop them, tears fell from her eyes. But for the first time in weeks, they were happy tears. Byakuya stood and took her into his arms. "I love you and I need you in my life. I have only one option if I want to be with you." Hisana kissed him softly. "What are you going to do?" Byakuya pressed her to him tighter. "You will fine out in a little while."

Hisana couldn't sleep. For one she was forced to sleep outside in the barn. It was late autumn and just about freezing cold out at night. Also, what Byakuya had said to her earlier had almost scared her. She didn't want him to do anything he might regret for her sake. Byakuya was a determined person; capable of anything he put his mind to. Which when provoked, could be a bad thing. Hisana shifted her weight to her left side. She had suddenly gotten fearful of what he might do.

The next morning Hisana walked to Byakuya's room to find that he wasn't there. The room was completely empty and cleaned. So Hisana had sat around until she was called for from the wart woman. Hisana was told that she had been reassigned after one day. She soon found out that Ginrei was furious about something at that it mustn't be good. Hisana's heart started to race after what Byakuya had said the previous day. What had he done?! What did he say?!

"Take Lord Kuchiki his tea, Hisana." Hisana took the pot in her shaking hands. She walked slowly to the Head's room. The only thing she could hear over all the nobles' chatter was the beating of her own heart. Her heart was still racing, and she felt as if she would hyperventilate. She didn't notice when she had gotten to Ginrei's room until she heard a booming voice.

"How could you possibly ask this of me! Why now!" Hisana's stomach flipped and she moved closer to the door. "Why are you doing this? This girl- Hisana isn't noble. She is a labor girl from the Rukon district. She won't fit in here. Why? Why do you insist on doing this to the family, and more importantly, to yourself." Hisana heard Byakuya speak. "Not everyone from the Rukon district is bad. Hisana has more character than any other noble lady I've met. She's smart, leaderly, and independent. And-"

"How can you know all of that about someone you don't know? Byakuya, I don't think you know the difference anymore. Between passion and principal. You knew it before you met this girl and now you just put everything after this girl. What has happened to you?" She heard Byakuya sigh deeply "I opened my eyes. Grandfather, there are certain people that come into your life for a reason. Hisana's reason was to teach me how to love someone that isn't my equal to others. And I have learned." Ginrei exploded again. "That girl is a only poor labor girl from the Rukon district!"

"That may be true Grandfather, but even a poor labor girl is entitled to some happiness!" It was completely silent. Hisana smiled happily and just wanted to hold Byakuya at that moment. She then walked outside in a daze and sat under a sakura tree. After a while she fell asleep under the tree and dreamt lovingly of Byakuya.

Hisana walked whimsically around the manor. It had been a week since she listened in on Byakuya's conversation with Ginrei. She worked as she should, but everyone could tell there was something (or someone) else on her mind. Most people looked at her with suspicion. As if they knew she were hiding something. Which she was. She was hiding a secret that should only be known to one person besides herself. The thought made her smile and giggle uncontrollably.

As she glided through the halls of the manor she heard someone calling her name. She twirled to see Shilon running toward her. She looked excited. "Oh, Hisa, guess what?" Hisana shook her head to tell Shilon to continue. "Well, you remember Jushiro from the ball? He's here. Right now. Ahh. I've never seen anyone so handsome." Hisana smiled at Shilon. "I hope you get to talk to him." Shilon's smile faded. "But he only knows me as Yumiko. The beautiful girl he danced with at the ball. Not Shilon, the trouble-making maid of the Kuchiki Household," Shilon whispered sadly. Hisana took her hands. "You'll never know how he feels about you if you don't try to find out." Shilon's smile returned and they hugged. Like sisters would.

"Hisana." They both let go to stare at the wart woman that was holding a piece of paper. "Yes," Hisana replied. "You are being let go." Hisana's heart seemed to fall to the floor. "I see. May I get my things first?" She asked trying not to cry. "No. Now please follow me." Hisana walked behind the wart woman and Shilon followed close behind. They walked to a secluded part of the manor. The wart woman went to a door and opened it. "Go inside."

As soon as Hisana stepped through the threshold, she felt like fainting. It was a lavishly ordained room. The walls were a very light golden color. The futon was draped with cream curtains and the blankets were gold. The most beautiful was oddly the large window parallel to the futon. The sun shinned through it giving the room a heavenly glow. Mahogany armoires adorned the room which complimented the color of the walls. Hisana couldn't believe what she was seeing.

The wart woman walked past her and went to the closet. Hisana looked inside and there were dozens of kimonos in the closet. Her heart almost stopped. Wart woman handed her a lilac colored kimono. Hisana finally regained some of her senses back. "What is all of this?! Why am i getting all of this?!" The wart woman looked very envious. "Because Lord Kuchiki says so." Hisana's eyes narrowed. She stomped out of the room and walked quickly towards Ginrei's room.

"Hisa! Don't do something you'll regret!" Shilon called trying to keep up with her. "I just want to ask him if he's lost his mind. What kind of girl does he think I am?! Is he trying to buy me or something?! First he hates me and now he gives me gifts! No, I need an explanation! I don't trust him one bit!" Hisana walked up to the door and knocked lightly. It took a lot of strength for her to do that. "Lord Kuchiki, I have a complaint," Hisana called. There was no response. She was beyond angry at this point. "You have a lot of nerve! First saying you'll kill me and then giving me that beautiful room and a million kimonos to wear. What is your thought process?! What do you want from me?!"

Hisana took a breath as the door finally opened. Byakuya looked down at her calmly. She stared back a tad embarrassed. "I'm sorry. I meant that for your Grandfather," she mumbled. "Is that so? I specifically heard you call my name." Hisana was confused. "What? But I said Lord Kuchiki..." Everything started to come together in her head. She stared at Byakuya; her mouth agape. She couldn't say anything so, she bowed and retreated back to her new room.

When she was back in the room, she felt like fainting again. Byakuya was the Head; therefore, he made the decisions in the family. She was still in shock. She zoned out for a while and awoke to a knocking at her door. She went and opened the door. Lady Kuchiki stood before her. Hisana bowed and invited her in. "I hope you weren't upset by Byakuya. He was trying to surprise you, not get you riled up," Lady Setsuna explained. "I was surprised. And I didn't mean to yell. Why is he doing this for me?"

"All in due time dear. He'll be telling you tonight. I'm hear to help you prepare for private dinner with our lord." Hisana was still confused, but she let Lady Kuchiki's personal maids primp and pluck at her. She was bathed in scented oils that smelled like cherry blossoms. Then the maids painted her nails and toenails a maroon color. She was given a maroon kimono to wear that was covered with white lilies. The finishing touches were a beautiful maroon comb that went in her hair and maroon lipstick.

"There dear, you're ready. Have fun," Lady Setsuna said pressing her lips to Hisana's cheek. Hisana walked slowly to Byakuya's new room. Many people stared at her whispering 'Who is that?' or 'What House is she from'. Hisana didn't mind. She was to excited about what Byakuya was gong to tell her. She went to the door and knocked. Her heart was beating fast again. The door opened slowly and Byakuya looked at her and smiled. "You look lovely." Hisana blushed. "Thank you."

He took her hand and led her into his room. She went and sat down next to Byakuya. He poured her tea and turned to her. "If I made you mad earlier, I am truly sorry." Hisana shook her head. "No. I'm fine now," She assured. "Then I should explain myself. You have heard that I am Head of the family now, so that means I am not limited to things anymore. I have made a decision and I need you to-" He stopped as if he were embarrassed. "Byakuya, please, just tell me." Byakuya sighed. "How- How would you feel if- would you want- would you please," He took in a breath. "marry me?"

Hisana choked on her tea. She looked at him with wide eyes. "What did you just ask me?" Byakuya took her hands. "I love you, Hisana. Please, marry me." Hisana was speechless. She felt tears fall from her eyes. She nodded. "Yes. Yes. Yes. I will." Now it seemed that Byakuya couldn't speak. "Good. I'm glad." They then both laughed. After awhile the laughter died down. Tears were streaming from her eyes. Byakuya looked at her and put a beautiful ring on her finger. Hisana wrapped her arms around his neck and kissed him. Byakuya put his arms around her waist and deepened the kiss. "I love you, Byakuya," she said breaking the kiss. "I love you, Hisana." Byakuya then kissed her again. And for once, no one stopped them.

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