Chapter Three: Shuuhei
Mornings were always the worst, especially for the Shuuhei. Between the newly arrived paperwork and onslaught of his squad members coming into the office, Hisagi was just done already. Taking a breath, the lieutenant cracked his neck before going back to the reports.
Afternoon came and it left leaving a tired and slightly frazzled Shuuhei. He totally worked through both breakfast and lunch and he was hungry and now annoyed. In no less than fifteen reports, he counted over seventy typos along with several inappropriate statements that were not becoming of his seated officers. Gritting his teeth, the tall man left his office in hopes of catching some lunch and avoiding anyone that would have tasks for him.
'Oh, Lieutenant Hisagi.' A soft voice came from behind him, making him jump in the air.
'Captain Unohana, apologies, ma'am.' He bowed to the Squad Four Captain.
'That's quite alright. I have something from you.' She held out a wrapped object to the male. Confusion was evident on his face. 'Your fifth seat mentioned to me that you often seem to skip meals in favor for work.'
'T-thank you, Captain. You didn't have to come to deliver it to me.' Shuuhei blushed as he took the gift.
'You're welcome, but do refrain from skipping meals. Your body needs nutrients to stay strong, I'd rather not have you in the infirmary from loss of vitamins and starvation.' The hidden threat caused Hisagi to stand up straight and flush a darker shade of red.
'Yes ma'am, thank you and my apologies to encumber you.' He bowed as Retsu walked by with a soft smile on her face.
Seeing she was gone, both out of sight and spiritual pressure, Shuuhei sighed and ran a hand through his hair. Out of all the Captains, Captain Unohana and Captain Zaraki scared him the most. Now that he had lunch, he could take a much needed break for an hour or so.
Scampering back to his office, the Lieutenant untied the lunch box from its fabric confines. Lifting the lid, the scent of chicken, rice, and various vegetables assaulted his nose. Relief filled his body, finally, food. He dug in without delay. Hard work is often rewarded to those who persist. A wry smile appeared on his face from a line his former captain told him once.