Sakura Petals and Fairies | By : Zarakiswolf Category: Bleach > AU - Alternate Universe Views: 1518 -:- Recommendations : 0 -:- Currently Reading : 0 |
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Blood and steel. I smell it. It's a frightening smell. My back hurts, badly. My eye cracks open and I see a yellow dome over me. It's familiar. Lord Kuchiki must have managed to get me to the squad 11 barracks. I remember the pain overwhelming me soon after leaving home.
"They've had their asses beat. I warned them to keep an eye on her and they didn't." I hear Captain Zaraki say.
"She never should have went in the first place." Lord Kuchiki hisses.
"She had orders. Don't blame me for that."
"She cries in her sleep, Zaraki. Every night. Do you know what name passes her lips? Her ex fiance. And it's not in sorrow or joy. It's pure terror. You knew that man had escaped the Nest and your men didn't follow instructions to stay with her." I've never heard my husbands voice so full of venom.
"Accordin' to Ikkaku, she said she had to pee so they didn't follow her. Maybe you should teach your wife to quit-"
I groan, bringing their argument to a halt. My husband comes into my view first. "Nanami, are you feeling any better?" he asks, his voice still cold.
"It hurts." I whimper.
"I'm trying to be fast, Nanami. Just hang in there." Orihime says gently. "Captain Kotetsu healed as much as she could but the damage from this was pretty bad. I'm not surprised you're hurting."
"Now that you're awake, Noodle, what the fuck were you thinkin'!? Weak little shits like you shouldn't run off durin' a mission like that!" Captain Zaraki snarls.
"I couldn't let the men see that room. It's the most secret room in the estate." I gasp, clenching a fist as something inside my lower back begins burning.
"So you'd die to keep a fuckin' secret? You're a damn idiot!" he roars, causing me to flinch.
"Zaraki, that is enough. My wife will be disciplined later at my discretion, not yours." Lord Kuchiki snaps.
"You're too soft on her, Princess. She'll end up dead sooner or later."
The pain overwhelms me yet again and I sink under it's influence.
****Byakuya POV****
Zaraki storms out of the room and I sigh. "I must ask you for a favor." I say to the human girl.
"What is it? You don't need to worry, I'll help out whenever you need me too." she says cheerfully. This girl strikes me as one who is not very smart, just like the Lieutenant of squad 10.
"Captain Kotetsu discovered my wife has been being poisoned since she was a child. It has damaged her reproductive system. I wish to ask you-"
"To heal it? Sure, I'd be happy to do that. Well, actually, you didn't even need to ask, really. As long as someone is in my dome, no matter where it's at, any injury or ailment will be healed."
I nod. "Thank you."
"You know, you and Kenny really shouldn't fight in front of her. She sees him as a brother, she's told me. It hurts her when you two fight." she says softly, a small frown on her face. "I know you guys are as far apart as the sun is from the moon but surely there's some reason you two can find to get along?"
"He is an animal." I state, as if that will end the discussion.
"Well, I can't agree exactly. I think, deep down under that wild exterior, Captain Zaraki is really a nice person who just never learned social skills. Fighting is how he grew up so that's all he knew until he met Harmona. It's sad but...I think he's better now than he was before the invasion a few years ago."
I frown and refuse to answer, though I agree. Zaraki is less of a monster than he was before the Aizen rebellion even. I like his new smarts but he still could use improvement. Nanami's hand clenches again suddenly before her body completely relaxes. The girls dome drops and she sighs. "She's all healed. I'm going to let her sl-"
I lift my wife into my arms. "I will take her home to rest. I thank you for your help."
"Oh, you're welcome." the girl blushes.
****Nanami POV****
I stretch as I wake, noticing the pain from earlier is completely gone. I feel better than I ever have, I think. A smile lights my face and I roll over.
"You have slept most of the day." Lord Kuchiki says, cracking an eye open.
"I'm sorry, sir." I blush. "You could have woke me. I wouldn't have-"
"You needed the rest. However, now that you have slept and have no excuse other than hunger or thirst to avoid me, I must ask you to tell me what in the hell was going through your head!?" he asks, his grey eyes dark with anger.
"I...old habits of guarding family secrets die hard. I never thought, since the place seemed empty, that I was in any danger." I whimper softly.
"Nanami, I will say this only once. You are no longer a member of the Hayate clan. You are a Kuchiki. Keep our secrets with your life. Do not risk it for a clan that isn't yours."
"Yes, Master."
His hand delves into my hair and he kisses me. I scoot closer to him and he wraps his arms around me. "Don't ever do this again, Nanami or I will punish you severely." he growls.
"I promise."
"Who stabbed you?" he demands.
"Tayashi." I whisper.
"I had suspected it."
I kiss his neck gently. "Please don't be angry. It scares me when you're angry."
He stays stiff for a moment before finally relaxing and holding me. "You could have died, Nanami." he says softly.
I understand why he's angry now. He's already lost one wife. "I know. I...Byakuya, I was terrified when I felt the pain. I was so scared that I'd never see you again."
"You are reasonably safe now. I will not let anything harm you." I hear a slight laugh in his tone.
"Is something funny?"
"Not at all.
I snuggle into his chest. "I love you so much. I'm sorry I made you angry."
"Enough, Nanami. I forgive you." he says quietly.
I kiss him softly. "Thank you."
He pulls my hips forward against his body. "Nanami, I need you. Please."
Something in his voice makes me look at him. His grey eyes are lit with a fire inside. I whimper softly before kissing him. "Yes. I'm yours."
****Byakuya POV****
I watch my wife sleeping, my hand stroking her hair softly. She is no Hisana, I realize that now. She is stronger yet far more delicate. I realize I love her just as much as I did Hisana. Seeing her in pain these last two days has awakened me to that fact.
"Byakuya..." she whimpers suddenly, her face shifting into one as if she's about to cry.
"I'm here." I tell her, kissing her forehead gently.
Her eye opens and she kisses me. "You left me." she says quietly.
"I didn't go anywhere. I've been laying beside you all night."
Her head shakes. "No, in my dream. You left me. You went on a mission and never came back."
I frown. "That is not possible, Nanami."
"You didn't come back." she whimpers.
I caress her face softly. "I am right here, Nanami. I will not leave you. I love you."
Her cheeks get red. "What?"
"I love you." I repeat, mildly irritated at having to do so.
She kisses me, rather violently for her. "Say it again." she begs me.
"I love you, Nanami."
She kisses me once more and I feel a tear hit my cheek. I groan softly as she places a leg over my hip. My hand strokes between her legs, causing her to whimper. She is already ready for me, it seems. I shift and thrust into her, watching her face as I do. Her cheeks turn that charming crimson color that I enjoy seeing so much. I kiss her as I move inside her, enjoying her noises. She is so quiet usually. I kiss her neck and suddenly she's getting a bit louder.
"Byakuya, please!" she whimpers. Her eyes have a crazed look in them. It is startling to see but my blood begins boiling. I roll her over and re-enter her. My hand caresses her breast, my mouth descending on her other one. She is so beautiful. So responsive too. Her legs lift and hug my hips as I move inside her.
I lift my head and watch her. Her mouth is parted slightly and her eyes are half shut with pleasure. The crimson is still in her cheeks. Each time I thrust forward, she moans softly. I briefly wonder if I could make this woman scream for me with the use of interesting things I've acquired from the world of the living. I want her to feel more comfortable in this act. I know she is getting there, but slowly. As I drive into her, faster and harder, her back arches and she squirms a bit. Suddenly, she lets a loud moan escape from her lips and I feel her inner muscles squeezing me as her orgasm hits her. I lock myself deep inside her as my own is pulled from me.
"I will never leave you, Nanami. Please do not worry anymore." I tell her quietly, caressing her cheek fondly.
"I trust you." she says softly before her violet eyes close.
I lay myself beside her and hold her to me, kissing the back of her head gently. She is already asleep, it seems. As my eyes close, something gold catches my eye and I spring awake.
"You must train her to be stronger and combine attacks with yours." the tiny creature says, sitting on Nanami's shoulder. She has fairy wings...wait. This is her zanpakuto spirit, surely.
"Why would there be a purpose in that?" I ask softly, not wanting to move and scare the tiny thing. It reminds me of Captain Fon's zanpakuto spirit in a way, but it is distinctly different.
"I am a sword meant for containment in shikai. I cannot teach her bankai yet until she masters the combination. Nanami is a fearful girl, I'm sure you've noticed. But, I believe if she's pushed, she can do anything she sets her mind to. The boy that stabbed her is an untrained soul reaper."
"What!?" I hiss.
"I felt it. When he stabbed her, his emotions were nothing but hate and loathing for her. He wishes to subdue her and force her to bear his children. However, I don't think that will come to pass. Nanami is attached to you, much like Kenpachi was to Harmona. She will not allow anyone to hurt her again."
"What do you suggest then, little one?"
"My name is Mizu yōsei. I suggest that you ask your sword to help you train my mistress. Combine your petals with her water and see what happens. I promise you won't be disappointed."
"I shall try it tomorrow."
The girl pats my nose before disappearing in an irritating puff of gold glitter. The very idea that another man wishes my wife to be a baby factory is insulting to me and to her abilities. I hold her closer to me and close my eyes. I do not fall asleep right away, as ideas of training her fill my head. I will help her as much as she needs me to.
****Nanami POV****
I flop to the ground, my legs unable to hold me any longer. Renji's partial bankai form of the bone snake lunges at me. I can't move. We've been training for hours now. I'm so tired, I simply close my eyes. It never hits.
"Nanami, this is not a good time nor place for sleeping." Lord Kuchiki's voice reaches my ears.
"I'm so tired. I can't keep up." I sigh softly. "I can't even move."
"You must. Get on your feet. Is this all you are capable of? Perhaps promoting you was a bad idea. I am disappointed."
I muster the energy to get to my feet, fighting tears. "I...am sorry. Perhaps it would be a good idea to remove my seated position, Captain. I am unworthy of it."
"And that disappoints me further. You are stronger than you realize, Nanami, but you are hampering yourself with your doubt and fear of fighting. You must let them go. Do not fear and do not give up." he commands before dropping the shield he's made with the petals of Senbonzakura. "Bring up that water like you did before. I have an idea but it will only work when you are with me."
I do as he asks without saying anything and, to my surprise, he sends his petals into the water. I see them floating and, without needing to hear what he wants me to do, I push the water forward towards Renji. He dodges so I pull the water back and do what I've been practicing, though it takes a bit more effort to put one petal in each bead of water I create. Then I send them flying. It makes me sad when Renji's blood starts staining the training grounds. I turn my back, causing the water to drop.
"Nanami?" Lord Kuchiki reaches for me and I move away. With nothing else to be said, I sheath my sword and head for the office. I concentrate on my work, nibbling on a pear as I do. Renji and Lord Kuchiki enter the office and stand in front of my desk. "Nanami-"
"Please. Don't. I do not like battles. I do not like being the one to draw blood. Just....leave it be. I beg of you." I say softly.
"Nanami, listen, I'm alright. You didn't hurt me too bad and really, if you think about it, you're not hurting anyone. Your water is just helping to shield Captain Kuchiki's petals so I wasn't expecting it." Renji says gently, leaning down to get in my face.
"He is right, Nanami. This is something you must get used to. You are a soul reaper. Violence is part of our nature. I would think a friend of Zaraki would understand that all too well." Lord Kuchiki says softly.
"Please. I wish to be left alone for now." I say before getting to my feet. "Sir, my work is complete. I will be home later. I'm going to go visit Miss Akane."
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"So, you're upset because you hurt Renji? Well, I understand that. I think maybe once you calm down, maybe it won't be so traumatic." Akane says gently, pouring me a cup of tea. Harmona has grown since I last saw her. She's a year old now, I know. She toddles to me and sits in my lap. I hug her as I would a teddy bear. To my surprise, her little arms hug me back. Akane laughs. "You see? She knows. Shunsui still doesn't believe me but I know she knows. She remembers."
"I believe you. I've never seen a one year old act so intelligently."
"Her sword appeared out of thin air on her birthday. Startled me half to death."
"That would've frightened me to death, I think. I will be honest, I'm having a very hard time not speaking to Kenpachi."
At his name, the girl in my arms stands on my legs, staring me in the eyes. Her head tilts. "Pa." she says.
"I think she wants to hear more about him." Akane says.
"He's sad, obviously, but doing very well. The kids sure have grown. I trained for a couple months a few times a week with him. He's scary. He threw me into a wall. He likes to call me Noodle because he says I flop around during a fight a lot, which is true. I hate fighting."
Harmona giggles, her smile lighting up her face. "Noonoo!"
My mouth opens in surprise but I nod. "Yes, and for the record, I won't stick to the wall when you throw me." I tease her, tickling her ribs. She laughs and wiggles. "He's doing alright. I know he misses you like crazy, Harmona. He speaks of you sometimes and says so. Orihime and I help with the kids when we can. They're growing into fine young hooligans. You'd be proud. Ryden, I think, will be huge like his father. He's much bigger than his sisters. Takeshi visits Byakuya and I when Ichika comes to visit. They will likely graduate soon, their scores are so high."
Harmona smiles and settles into my lap, snuggling close to me. "Noonoo." she says again before seeming to go to sleep. Akane smiles. "She's so much better than she was. She clings to Shunsui a lot, but she's gotten protective of me too."
As if hearing his name, Head Captain Kyoraku walks in. "Well now, I don't believe we've seen eachother in awhile. How are you, Nanami?" he asks, sitting beside Akane and giving her a gentle kiss on her head.
"I'm very well, thank you, Head Captain." I say, bowing my head to him.
"Oh, none of that here. We're off duty, just call me Shunsui, please. How is everything with your marriage?"
"Well, it's...alright, I suppose. We had a bit of a disagreement so I needed to come cool down." I sigh.
"Disagreement? I can't imagine that." he says, rather sarcastically. "What happened? I'd be happy to try to give some advice."
"Well, I was training with Renji and Renji was using his bankai. I was exhausted and Byakuya stepped in to shield me with his shikai. Then he suggested combining his shikai and my shikai. He hid the petals in the water and I threw them at Renji. I've never cut anyone before. I didn't like it. I felt terrible."
"I see. Your shikai, what does it normally do?"
"When the water touches someone, it paralyzes them. I suppose in a pinch, I could possibly drown them...if I had to. I really don't like hurting people though."
"I see. That would be a better sword for squad two than six, really. But I'm not going to move you."
"I'd rather you didn't. I enjoy being able to work with my husband, even if sometimes we don't see eye to eye."
"I won't. I think, perhaps, since you're only a tenth seat, I can ask him to give you more office time than training but you still need to train so if there's ever a battle, you can handle it."
"That would be alright. I don't mind office work." Harmona giggles in her sleep, bringing a smile to my face. I notice my two friends smiling and blush. "She's very cute."
"She's a lot better now, I believe. She's certainly loved and probably spoiled, I'll admit." Shunsui chuckles. "I just want her to be happy. I don't want her to suffer like she was before."
"And Nanami is my witness that she remembers things." Akane says, sounding a bit gloating.
"I'm telling you you're a bit paranoid, my flower. She can't possibly-"
"She does. I was speaking about Kenpachi and she said 'Pa' and smiled and seemed very happy to hear he and the kids are doing well. I told her he likes to call me Noodle and she now calls me 'Noonoo.'" I defend Akane.
He stares at me for a moment and sighs. "Coincidence, I'm sure. She's just a baby."
I hold up her foot. "And these scars that you can barely see?"
"Fine! You two win. I can tell you're from the same family." he groans. "But what can I do about it?"
"Raise her as she should have been. That's all you can do, really." Akane suggests. "I love her like she was my own and will continue to do so. Just as you've done. If she asks questions later, we can answer them. Together."
Shunsui kisses Akane softly. "You have everything planned. Always one step ahead of me." he chuckles softly. "Nanami, would you care to stay overnight?"
"Oh, no. I'd probably better get home and mend my husband's pride." I say. I gently shift Harmona into Shunsui's arms. I smile at the tender, loving look he gives her. It's the same look my father gives me usually. "She almost makes me want a baby. Almost." I say.
"You and Byakuya haven't talked about it?" Akane asks.
"We have. It's more...I just don't think I'm ready. I'll have to try soon though. The Kuchiki clan is adamant that we produce an heir as soon as possible." I sigh.
"That's normal. They are one of the Four Great Noble Clans. However, I do know that they are more lenient than the other three. You might be surprised that you will be given some time." Shunsui sighs. "But I think I know how you feel a bit. My granny likes to try to push me to get Akane pregnant but that's up to her, not me."
Akane blushes and shakes her head. "Not while I have my hands full with this one." she laughs.
"As you wish, my darling." he says, kissing her hand.
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I sit at dinner, enjoying the meal. Lord Kuchiki hasn't said two words to anyone tonight, though he doesn't seem angry. If anything, he seems tired. I decide to speak to him in private. Perhaps he is worried. The reports of the whereabouts of Tayashi were startling. It's as if he is nowhere and yet everywhere. There has been sightings all over the city, none in the Rukongai, but every time a report comes in, he vanishes for a day or two. From what we understand, he has a zanpakuto but he is not in a squad. He was unable to pass through the exams at the Academy.
"Nanami, are you feeling better after your visit today?" suddenly he asks, his grey eyes catching mine.
"Yes. Our Head Captain helped me see things from a different perspective, as did Miss Akane. I am sorry for my behavior earlier. I should not have gotten so upset." I say quietly.
"Think nothing of it. I understand. You've had very little time to get used to the amount of violence in our line of work. However, the next time you run off while on duty, you will be punished severely."
"Yes, sir. I understand."
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We sit in the bath together and I sigh quietly. "I...wish to speak to you."
"You may speak." he says, rather coldly.
"Sir...I wa..." I blush and stop talking, staring at my legs under the water.
He moves closer to me and tilts my chin up. "Speak." he orders again.
"I want to try again, sir!" my words come out in a rush and my face gets hot.
"The attack?" he asks, seeming to be confused. I shake my head.
"No. I...after spending time with Akane today, I just...would like to start a family. I see how happy she is and, though I'm scared, I want to do the same."
He looks startled. "Are you sure? This is a life long commitment, Nanami. I do not want you doing this for the wrong reason."
"Yes. I'm sure."
He kisses me. "Talk to Doc tomorrow. She will know ways to...help, I'm sure. However, you still are not exactly on my good side, Nanami. I am irritated with you."
"But why?"
"Because you ran from me. You're supposed to run to me, not away." he hisses.
"Oh. I'm sorry. I promise I won't do it again." I say softly. "I was just so upset."
"Nanami, you must understand that some day you may need to hurt someone in order to save your own life. Please, do not think of it as hurting someone, but rather as defending yourself." he says softly. "I can not lose you. You have given new meaning to my life. A new purpose."
I pull him into my arms gently. "I will try." I reply before kissing him.
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"So, it sounds like you're willing. I think the best advice I can give you is use the oil that was used on your wedding night. Also, relax. Don't stress if it doesn't happen immediately. Your body will know when the time is right. Also, make sure you do it on your most fertile days, if no other time." Doc says.
"Sounds easy enough." I blush. We're sitting and eating breakfast before Lord Kuchiki and I go to work. He is reading some clan paperwork and speaking with Granny. When he's finished his breakfast and I've finished mine, we walk together to the office. Renji is there already, waiting for his orders.
"Renji, I need you to take the new recruits out for survival training in the Rukongai. Here are some orders for our other seated members. Nanami, I will have you help me with paperwork for now, as it seems we've had an increase in it since last evening." Lord Kuchiki orders.
"Yes, sir." Renji says before leaving. He ruffles my hair as he walks by, making me rush to try to get it back in place. As I sit and begin on the papers, I hear the door lock and look up. Lord Kuchiki has dark eyes and a small smile on his face.
"Nanami, as you notice, there is barely any paperwork. I just wanted to be alone with you." he says before sitting at his desk.
"Why?" I ask, blushing.
"I heard your conversation with Doc this morning. If you are serious, I've kept track of your cycles and you are fertile for the next four days."
I blink before it dawns on me what he means. "Do you...wish to?"
He nods. My face heats. "I would like to try some things on you. I bought them the last time we went to the world of the living while you were sleeping on the beach."
"Is it whatever was in the secret bag that you refuse to let me look at?" I ask nervously.
"Indeed, it is. However, it's nothing bad. Think of them as toys to enhance your pleasure."
I stare at him and I feel the blood drain from my face before I feel discomfort between my legs. I'm already aching for him. "I will try anything for you." I say softly.
He pats his leg and I know he means now. I know we are protected by the locked doors into the office so I am not as shy. But what have I agreed to exactly?
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