Extremely short update but hey, these are drabbles afterall. I'll try making the next one longer (whenever that'll be).
Theme #2: By Your Hands
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There is a mountain of paperwork to tackle, a Matsumoto to drag back from her drink fest with Hisagi as she drowned her sorrows, discussions about the future with other captains, and so many other things which required attention after Aizen's unexpected betrayal.
But they don't even register in his mind. In fact, time is in a seemingly standstill for him, as he stands awkwardly by the doorway to Hinamori's recovery room in the fourth division.
Her face is pale, tormented by the nightmares that haunt her and she breathes in slow, unnatural breaths, which pains him to watch. Instead, he crosses the room to her bedside before hesitatingly taking her hand – as if hoping that the small pressure and warmth will help her fight the illusions in her head.
Almost imperceptibly, the rough edges of anxiety creased on her face soften a little and as he tightens his grip, he hopes, prays, wishes.
(come back).