Hitsugaya's Past: Based On The 2nd Bleach Movie

by Chibi Yuuki-Chan

As Toshiro enters the 10th squad, life as a Soul Reaper isn't easy for him. His best friend, Kusaka, begins to hate him and swears to fight him for Hyorinmaru. However, this isn't the first time that something like this has happened. History is repeating itself once again with the difference that this time it may possibly lead to a new legend. AU. Better Summary Inside.DISCONTINUED

6. Central 46's Decision

Recap:

Captain Akiyo recited her version of what happened to Rangiku. Rangiku questions her captain as to what would happen to Toshiro and Kusaka. She informs Rangiku that they would have to fight, the winner keeps the Zanpakuto and the loser would die.

Central 46

Toshiro and Kusaka were brought to Central 46 regarding the fact that both boys wield the same Zanpakuto. Everyone in Central 46 were baffled and didn't know what to say about this. It's quite normal, but rare for someone to have two Zanpakutos, but for one Zanpakuto to have two wielders didn't make sense. Surrounded by murmurs and whispers of the confused Central 46 members, Toshiro and Kusaka exchange worried glances fearing as to what might happen to them.

"Toshiro Hitsugaya and Sojiro Kusaka, what do you have to say to defend your actions?" A member of the Central 46 finally decided to begin the trial since there wasn't any progress.

Kusaka opened his mouth to speak, but then Toshiro answered, "We didn't think it was a big deal. What's wrong if we both wield the same Zanpakuto?"

This caused a uproar to arise in Central 46. Many members started spitting out different pieces of information.

"Foolish child! How could you think that this was nothing?" snapped one member.

"I'm sure you learned that Zanpakuto are a part of a Soul Reaper's soul and reflect the wielder's heart," spoke another with a slight attitude in their voice.

"Therefore, two owners can not have the same Zanpakuto meaning that they would be sharing the same soul," clarified another.

"Listen, we have just found an ancient law in the Soul Society records. It states: 'If two Soul Reapers that wield the same Zanpakuto must duel for ownership of the Zanpakuto. The winner obtains the Zanpakuto and the loser is sentenced to death'," informed one member.

"Yes, that's right. This rule was added after a situation like this happened a few hundred years ago. It makes sense now," recalled one of them.

"WHAT? I can't fight Kusaka. I would rather give up Hyorinmaru than to kill my friend." Toshiro protested.

"No. You must fight. This will be a fair match and the only way Hyorinmaru can find his true master."

"But... Kusaka, why aren't you saying anything?" Toshiro attempted to argue with Central 46, but instead he questioned Kusaka after he noticing that Kusaka hasn't said a single word. "Kusaka?" Toshiro repeated again hoping that he would say something, but it was all in vain.

Toshiro was beginning to get worried. Usually Kusaka would be the one protesting and trying to get out of any obstacle, but this time he was just standing there quietly, looking at the floor. Then, Toshiro noticed something was wrong with Kusaka. His hands was formed in fists hanging by his side shaking, and there was a weird look in Kusaka's eyes. Toshiro has never seen Kusaka like this. Just when Toshiro was about to place his hand on Kusaka's shoulder, he froze as soon as Central 46 announced their final decision.

"In five days time, the two of you will battle each other. Be prepared." This was the final decision Central 46 came up with before letting Toshiro and Kusaka go.