Author's note: Hello fan readers! Okay time for chapter two, Hinamori's side. Before I start, let me say this right off the bat- EVERYONE IS NAIVE. Yes, I said it I'm sure there's some readers out there that don't like Hinamori because of this reason. Hey, Aizen was pretty HOT let's admit- you probably be like Hinamori too! But, I think Tite Kubo did an amazing job creating her...She was quite young during the time and honestly through out the anime/manga she's becoming more independent/mature. Yet, she still has a golden heart- probably why Hitsugaya loves her :) Hitsugaya is quite young too and made a few mistakes but hey- NO ONE IS PERFECT! I know I'm missing some information on this chapter is because it's been talked about way too much and everyone knows...Plus, it's too sad to bring it up! THAT EPISODE...*Teary eyes* But, to all the Hitsugaya and Hinamori fans out there, thank you for all your support for them! Let's get this started, as always STAY AWESOMEEEE! **Please NO FLAMES**
Disclaimer: I do NOT own Bleach or any of its characters.
"Talking" 'Thinking' "Memories"
Chapter 2 : Always [Hinamori's Feelings]
By: Hitsuhinax1
Staring out in the backyard of the 5th division of the vice-captain's private quarters, she sat there as she listened to the water drops splashing in the pond and drops falling on the bamboo leaves. It was a peaceful afternoon as she was taking a short break from her paperwork.
She didn't prefer the cold weather but, she didn't mind it because it reminded her of someone…She pulled her hand out as the drops of water fell on her hand. It was cold yet refreshing; she let out a small smile wondering what her childhood friend was doing.
Wondering if he was making it rain…
Hinamori thought her childhood friend, how much they grew up and remembering the hold days that spent together. She had always loved him yet, he was always so cold and teasing her during the time. She had thought he probably saw her as just a childhood friend...
There was something her grandmother said to her when she visited her a few weeks back. She had explained when she left for the academy; it was only her and Hitsugaya living in the house. In the night it would be freezing cold.
It didn't matter if the weather was hot outside or normal, in the nights it was freezing to the point the blankets and pillows would be frozen.
But, when she would return back from the academy and stay for the night; the temperature of the room was perfect. She was shocked when her grandmother told her this and realized the reason was her childhood friend's reiatsu was an ice-type and hers was a fire-type.
They both were canceling out their own reiatsu.
She always noticed she liked sleeping with her childhood friend; she felt safe and comfortable with him around. He would always be there for her when she needed him, even when she was scared.
He would always stay by her side in till she stopped crying…
Taking a huge step when she joined the academy, hoping she would become stronger and able to stand for herself. She wasn't skillful with a sword but she mostly was quite impressive using Kido spells.
First in her class to use kido successful on target practices and was able to use two spells at once. Feeling confident about herself, she would tell her childhood friend everything. He wasn't as trilled or seemed to care about how the academy was. Sometime would tease her about being homesick and will quit before she finished the academy.
Hinamori reached to touch her arm plate with her division symbol…
He was the reason for her to keep going, her formal captain who saved her from the hollows. Gripping on to the plate, she thought about the times she had looked up at him and how happy she was being his vice-captain.
When she heard the 5th division vice-captain was open because his formal vice-captain became the 3rd division captain; she had to get that opening, no matter how hard it was. That day she got accepted to be his vice-captain was the happiest day of her life yet, her fate was already sealed. Hinamori pulled her hand back and looked at her cold hands…
Remembering the cold steel blade that pierced through her chest and her warm blood on her on finger tips. Confused why he would do such a thing yet, his cold eyes told her everything.
He had used her from the start.
Falling onto the wooden floor, she was in shock as she laid there in her own blood. Unable to move, she had fallen unconscious but heard voices in the dark…She felt the cold winds blow around her; it was blurry as she saw ice. Someone was yelling as he recognized the voice…It was her childhood friend in rage.
Darkness had swallowed her into a coma…
She was shattered, lost in her own world she believed in; she hated herself. Wanting to disappear forever and stay where she was. She was useless to everyone, beginning to think about her childhood friend made her worthless.
She had even pointed her own sword against him, her own childhood friend who had been there by her side. Confessed and crying, she attacked him…
"I…I don't know what to do anymore…Shiro-chan."
Reaching for the side of her cheek, she still felt it…The hit. It was something she deserved to snap out of it and she was still holding her weapon against him. It was the only way to protect himself from her.
She didn't deserve a friend like him, after what she did to him yet he still stayed by her side. Every night he would visit telling her what has been going on, she had been listening to every word he said…
"It's not your fault…He betrayed us all. Please...Wake up."
Comforting words he said trying to wake her up. She felt his hand holding her hands, trying to keep them warm. Even the kisses on her forehead every time he had to leave. She remembered everything while she was in a coma. She had to wake up, for him.
When she did, they were already at war with Aizen. The day, she would never forget…She had grown stronger yet not strong enough as she and her best friend Matsumoto were badly injured. Laying on the cold floor, she knew she was under the care of her comrade and her friend Kira when they were recovering watching the captains fight above them.
She watched her childhood friend battling as well, noticing he was watching her below making sure his powers won't harm other around him. He seemed distracted as he kept looking at her, she feeling guilt...Should she have not been there? Wanting to prove to everyone that the man who was the cause of this is no longer a captain. As a the 5th division vice-captain, it was her duty to protect her division.
She had blacked out, soon feeling someone pick her up. She heard her formal captain whisper to her in her ear…"Hinamori…You are always so useful to me."
When she opened her eyes, she saw her childhood friend rushing towards her with his sword ready to pierce through her. It happened all too quickly and was unable to react to the upcoming attack.
Hinamori held her chest tightly as she shut her eyes. She didn't want to think about what happened…She knew he didn't mean to and it wasn't his fault. Remembering his face as he carried her in his arms, he was in complete shock and confessed. She had thought she was going to die that day, there was so many things she wanted to tell him...She shouldn't have been there in the first place.
Hinamori opened her eyes as tears escaped from her eyes, she quickly wiped them away. Never wanting to waste anymore tears for that man…
She had already wasted so much of her tears and sacrificed so much for him. Childish and trusting so easily, she wanted to hurry up and become older. Beliving the fact if she's older she'll be wiser. Knowing what's wrong from right and being able to take care of yourself...She had enough being a burden to everyone around her.
She is the 5th division vice-captain, promising herself she'll believe in herself and become a strong independent woman.
One day, after she had been fully recovered she had expect her childhood friend to be waiting outside but only found her best friend waiting with a small smile. Matsumoto explained he had been training and felt guilty for what he has done, he couldn't forgive himself to the point he won't face her.
Slowly explaining about her captain's shikai and tricked everyone thinking you were Aizen. She had rushed off to the cave where Matsumoto told her where her childhood friend was training. Cold gust of wind roar out of the cave, without doubt he was inside...
She entered the cave as she saw her friend in his bankai transformation using the rocks of the cave as target practice. One of his ice petals shattered, he stood there lost in his thoughts as he was about to continue his training he turned to see her standing there.
In shock, he released his bankai and changed back. Rushing towards her he had ask what she was doing here and it was too dangerous. She wasn't expecting him to say that to her, she felt pushed away. Maybe, they needed time to be apart...As she walked away, he said something to her...
"Momo...I will become stronger to protect you."
Hinamori took a deep sigh; her hands were going numb from the cold rain soaking her hand. As she was about to warm her own hands, she felt someone's warm hands on top her hers. Looking to her side as she saw two turquoise eyes. "What are you doing out in the cold?…Your hands are freezing" he said as he held it and rubbed it together with his.
"Shiro…Chan…?" her eyes widen, she was just thinking about him yet he appeared out of nowhere. "Oi…Are you sure you want to address me like that? I'm a captain you know, It's Hitsugaya Taicho" Hitsugaya said with a tease, he had always corrected her yet he would let it slide as always.
"But, why are you here?" she asked quietly. He looked at her "In case there's thunder, I don't want you to be scared and crying...Who knows maybe wet yourself" he brought her hands near his mouth as he blew warm breath to keep them warm.
He knew her too well. Hinamori sat there looking at him take care of her and let out a small removed her hands, reaching slowly towards him embraced him...
Hitsugaya's eyes widen "W-Wha...Momo?" surprised but the sudden embrace. She held him tightly "...Toshiro, can we stay like this just for a bit?" She had never called him by his first name before as they sat there quietly with the sounds of rain pouring outside.
She couldn't ask for anyone else, she had him all along...
Too blinded and selfish, she had only cared about herself. Finally, she knew why she was so comfortable and safe with him...She wanted to stay like this forever, what she had been looking for was right in front of her the whole time. By her side always, she felt a warm hand on her back.
He returned the embrace as he wrapped his arms around slowly, the scent of him was lifting her away. All the fears, doubts, and loneliness.
"Toshiro...I love you" she whispered as his eyes widened. The rain continued to pour, as Hitsugaya pulled away and looked at her in shock. Hinamori looked at him with soft eyes, she looked at him as he didn't say a word back.
Hinamori looked away feeling embarrassed thinking she might been the only one feeling this way...
Suddenly, a hand cupped her cheek as he pulled her close towards him "I've always waited to finally hear those words from you Momo...I've always have loved you" he closed his eyes and pressed his lips against her lips two had been through so much yet, they still stayed together because of their promise and love. Always forgiving and understanding, no matter how many bumps they go through the road; they always had each other, always and forever.
Hello, HitsuHinax1 here to thank you for reading "Always" this was a special tribute to the two childhood friends yet, we all know they love each other! Even Tite Kubo can agree with me, but again thank you for all your views and support! I am truly grateful you guys are already my family and I hope you will always keep supporting and reading Hitsugaya and Hinamori fanfics! As always, STAY awesome! Have yourself a wonderful and amazing day! See you guys on my next fanfics! *HIGH-FIVE!* -HitsuHinax1