OKAY READERS! SORRY I TOOK SO LONG TO UPDATE. This chapter is mostly filled with those damn Elders, but you are ging to want to read this for future reference. There is definatly some ByuXHisa moments though! Please enjoy!
It was almost the first anniversary of Byakuya and Hisana's wedding, and the Elders were furious about it. For one, they thought that the couple would've been broken up all ready, but their bond had apparently grown stronger. Secondly, she had yet to give the family an heir. It was imperative that they had an heir in case of any emergency that might have occurred in the family. Though they were pleased about this, simply because they didn't want an heir with tainted blood. Lastly, they thought it was very annoying how she took the roll of Lady Kuchiki so easily. It was as if she took the title and used it to assert dominance in the household. At this moment they simply wanted her gone.
So they decided to meet about this problem they were facing. The meeting was held a little after midnight so no one would overhear. Also to their luck, Byakuya was off on an assignment. They had to come up with an idea to deal with this viral woman. Each of the Elders filed in two by two. This meeting was unbeknown to anyone for obvious reasons. They each sat in their assigned seats and Ginrei took his place ahead of the others. He waited until everyone was settled and then cleared his throat to get their attention.
"I'm sure that we all know the motive behind this meeting tonight." The others mumbled in response. Except Taru Kuchiki. He stood before the others and asked, "What is the nature of tonight's meeting?" Ginrei took a breath and replied, "We are here to discuss a way to get rid of that Hisana girl. She has been here more than a year and has not lived up to the requirements of Lady Kuchiki. Plus, she wasn't to be considered in the beginning of the Lord's affair with her. So, what should we do about her. Any proposals?"
One of the younger Elders said, "Why don't we just frame her for adultery? It is to be expected of a Rukon whore." An older Elder responded with, "Yes, but Lord Byakuya would never believe it. He's too wrapped up in her spell. He actually trusts her more than us." That came out a deep snarl. "Then perhaps we scare her enough to run away," another remarked. A very old, mean looking Elder stood up. "Byakuya will try to find her! He will never let her go unless it's out of his control!"
Ginrei stroked his chin thoughtfully. "Then maybe we must make it out of his control." Taru's eyes widened and mumbled softly, "Surely you don't mean death." There was a light flutter of whispers throughout to room. "Yes, Taru, that is exactly what I mean. We can't just come out and kill her in cold blood though. This will have to look like it was natural or an accident. Now does anyone-"
"No!" Taru was standing above the others fuming. "We can't kill her! Why should we kill her? She's done nothing wrong! Hisana has been a wonderful Lady! Why do you want her gone?" Ginrei turned his attention to Taru. "That wench doesn't belong here. And since you seem to care for her so much, nor do you." There was a tremor fear emitting from Taru that spread quickly throughout the room. "Either join us, Taru, or die. It's your choice." Taru sat back down in his seat and cleared his throat nervously. "Next time know your place, Taru," an Elder spat.
Ginrei waited until their attention was back on him. "Alright does anyone know someone that can do the job." They all shifted uncomfortably. "It's fine that you don't because I know a man. He's a retired physician and make antidotes for most illnesses. I'm sure he can be of assistance." The other Elders nodded. "I'm glad we're all in agreement. Now, the plan goes into affect tomorrow. Failure, my Lords, is not an option..."
The next day, Ginrei, Taru and another Elder went into the East Rukon district. Many wealthy merchants and business men lived in that part of town, completely opposite from it's sister West Rukon district. Ginrei led the carriage to a large white manor. Well, it was pratically a garden shed compared to the Kuchiki manor. They walked up to the door and knocked three times. A small-framed scullery maid answered the door. She humbly lead them to a large office where a fat man in very nice attire was seated.
"Ah, Lord Ginrei Kuchiki. I've been expecting you. Please, my Lords, have a seat." They each sat down but Taru, who stood with his arms folded across his chest. The fat man's name turned out to be Shosuke Kumaru. He was indeed a retired physician and specialized in curing lung diseases and certain poisons. He had worked mostly with the Fourth Squad but never bothered to become a soul reaper. "It's very nice to see al of you Lords. I haven't seen you since the current Head's wedding." The Kuchikis shifted uncomfortably. "How is the marriage going so far? Is the Lady doing a good job?"
Ginrei spoke up. "Actually, Shosuke, that's why we want to see you. We want our current Lady gone and we'd like to commission you to find the easiest way to have her taken care of." Shosuke leaned back in his seat. "You want me to find the easiest way to kill Lady Kuchiki?" Ginrei nodded. "Yes, but her death can't be too quick. We'd like it if the illness dragged out as long as possible. Perferably, a few years if no children can be born during." Shosuke stroked his long beard and tapped his fingers on his desk. "I could inject her with anthrax."
"What does it attack?" Ginrei looked as if he had won the lottery. "The disease attacks the lungs. They get blisters on then and eventually your Lady will lose most of her ability to perform most tasks without breaking into couching fits. She will start couching out blood and within three of four years, she will die." Ginrei was smiling maniacally. "What of children she might have?" Shosuke looked as if he might burst into laughter. "Love making will become painful to her and the disease will spread to any children she might have inside her. The child will not survive."
Ginrei and he elder sitting next to him shook hands and laughed triumphantly. They then each shook Shosuke's hand and discussed payment. Taru, on the other hand, regarded them with disgust. He knew that they had to be stopped, but if he even spoke out against them, he himself would be killed. And God knew what would happen if he told Byakuya. Taru wasn't necessarily selfish, but he wanted to live. He wanted Hisana to live. What he didn't know is if he cared more about his life, or Hisana's. The thought alone gave him such grief. And guilt.
Hisana sat in front of her vanity set and smiled brightly. Byakuya sat behind her lazily while reading a book. She smiled at him through her mirror and hoped that he saw her. He didn't so Hisana turned to pout at him. He glanced at her shortly, smiled and returned his attention to the book he was reading. Hisana sighed and shuffled over to him and laid her head on his chest. Byakuya subconsciously played with her soft hair. Hisana smiled and mumbled, "Byakuya, what shall we do tomorrow. I know you have work, but what about when you get home?" Byakuya put the book he was reading down and smiled deviously.
"Don't worry. I all ready have something in mind, that I know you'll enjoy." Hisana started to trace random designs on his chest. "Will we be outdoors?" Byakuya nods while picking up his book again. "Will we be outside of the manor?" He nods again. "Sounds like fun." Byakuya grins at her and mumbles, "And don't forget we have the mandatory party that all nobles must do for anniversaries." Hisana let out an exasperated sign and an annoyed scowl. "Why do we have to go to a party that's full of people that hate the fact that we're together? Let alone married."
Byakuya looked down at her solemnly and wrapped his arms around her waist. "Jealousy, my dear, is an awful thing. You can't condemn them for it, for they've already been condemned with the feeling alone." Hisana nodded against his chest though she was still upset. She would never let him know that though. Things got way to complicated.
The next day Byakuya surprised her with a picnic in the Rukon District where they met. The area around where they sat was lush and green and a small pond laid adjacent to them. They almost silently enjoyed each other's company and took in the beauty surrounding them. It was nice to be alone with Byakuya, but Hisana didn't feel as happy as she could've. Byakuya noticed this and after a while asked her about how she was feeling.
"Hisana, is there something wrong?" She shook her head quickly and played around with some grass. "It's just that, I've been here almost two years and we've been married a year; I just thought people would be over it by now," she mumbled. "I understand how you must be feeling Hisana, but like I said, they will continue to feel this way. There's nothing we can do about it." She looked as if she was going to burst. Her gaze narrowed and they had a dark blaze to them.
"That's easy for you to say! You're not the one being constantly insulted! You're not the one with the pressure of having a baby on their backs! You're not the one being looked down to or sneered at, or antagonized! I'm just sick of all of the crap I have top take from these people." She took a few breaths and slumped back down, covering her face with her hands. Byakuya understood that she had been holding in these emotions for some time,. so he wasn't to angry with her. He just rubbed her back soothingly.
Eventually, when she was done crying, he was called away for work. She enter her home alone and started for their room. She wanted a long nap before the party that evening. Greeting her in the room, was not Shilon, but a different maid. Her name was Kimiko "Shilon has taken ill, so I'll be replacing her Milady." Hisana smiled warmly and sat in a chair. "Would you please bring me some tea Kimiko." The girl nodded and started for the kitchen. She returned with a hot cup of tea and Hisana drained it quickly. She then drifted into a sound sleep.
While she was sleeping, Kimiko cleaned the room and took the empty dishes to the kitchen to be cleaned. She then went into Ginrei's room to give him his tea. He was sitting with some of the other Elders and Lady Akiyo and they were talking quietly. Kimiko went over to them and said, "She drunk the tea you ordered me to give her. Now, please, will you release my little sisters." A muscular elder unsheathed his sword and went over to her. In one stroke, she was on the ground bleeding to death. "Thank you for your services to the family. We will send you to an eternal paradise," he said. The Elder had done what they needed to do. Hisana would die. And nothing could stop them now.
I tried to make those Elders as evil as possible today. And please don't confuse this Shosuke with the new Captain of Squad Three. That was just ironic, Sorry for the long wait. I might always be like that till the conclusion of the story. Well, I hope you'll keep reading anyway! Pleez Review!