A/N: Well, since I'm no longer behind on my other stories, I decided to finish this one. That's right, FINISH! This will be the last chapter. Man, how long ago did I start writing this? Way too long ago, that's for sure. I want to thank you all for being patient with me and reviewing, it's been fun. KenShuu is definitely in my top ten favorite pairings now. Ah, I'm getting distracted already with tv XD I should write this before I completely give up.
Disclaimer: *Sigh* For the last time, I don't own Bleach.
Chapter 18
It had been a week since Shuuhei achieved bankai without his hollow coming out, and today was the day where Yamamoto would see if he was stable enough to resume being a lieutenant in the ninth division. The head captain was currently in the underground training area, watching as Kensei sparred with Shuuhei, making the latter incredibly nervous. If he couldn't prove to the head captain that he had improved, who knows what would happen. Yamamoto said he would train him himself, which just sounds terrible.
"Alright, just stay calm kid. Try to pretend like it's just me and you, like we practiced. No pressure" Kensei said soothingly, trying to calm Hisagi down. Unfortunately it had the opposite effect.
"No pressure? The head freaking captain is watching me! You have no idea how much pressure there is!" Shuuhei half yelled. Kensei rolled his eyes before taking out Tachikaze, feeling that Shuuhei just needed to get this over with. He looked briefly at Yamamoto, who nodded, telling them to continue.
"Then suck it up, it's show time" Kensei muttered, never being the sensitive, calming type. In a flash, their blades were pressed firmly against each other. Shuuhei unleashed his shikai, and used one of the blades to swipe at Kensei, forcing him to jump away. Kensei put his mask on, and without hesitation lunged at Shuuhei who blocked with Kazeshini. He made the mistake of glancing at the head captain, and instantly felt a stinging sensation on his cheek, right under his tattoo.
"Don't get distracted! This is a test, so show him what you've learned!" Kensei chided, watching a drop of blood slide down his lovers cheek. Shuuhei narrowed his eyes, and suddenly ripped his hollow mask on. Kensei smirked, enjoying his feisty side, though now wasn't the time to admire it. Shuuhei was attacking rapidly, and Kensei felt that his time was up, so he removed the mask.
"Good, now show him what else you've learned" Kensei said, barely dodging the blade of Kazeshini. Shuuhei nodded, ripping his mask off. Kensei took a second to see Yamamoto's reaction, and was pleased to see the impressed face.
"Bankai!" Shuuhei yelled, and Kensei covered his face with his forearm to shield himself from the immense amount of spiritual pressure. When the dust cleared, Kensei let out a breath he didn't know he was holding. Shuuhei didn't have a mask and his reiatsu wasn't going crazy. Yamamoto seemed pleased, and slammed his staff against the ground, gaining everyone's attention.
"Shuuhei Hisagi, I hereby declare you stable enough to return to the soul society, where you will resume your lieutenant duties" He said, his voice booming. Shuuhei grinned widely, morphing back to his normal state, and then frowned.
"So...when am I going back?" He asked, feeling a sense of dread wash over him.
"Today" The head captain said, turning towards the exit. Kensei's eyes widened, and he felt his temper rise.
"So soon? What's the rush?" Shinji asked, feeling a little disappointed himself. They were all getting use to having Shuuhei around.
"The Seireitei is in dire need of captains, we cannot afford to lose a lieutenant as well. Now, come with me, Lieutenant Hisagi" Yamamoto said, but before leaving glanced around at the visored. Shuuhei looked at Kensei, not knowing what to do, and the older man nodded sadly.
"Time to go, kid"
"Nooooo! Shuuhei's leaving! Don't leave, Shuuhei!" Mashiro cried, hugging Lisa for support. They were gathered upstairs where Yamamoto had opened a senkaimon and Shuuhei was waiting to leave with his box of stuff.
"I'm sorry, but I have to. I'll come visit whenever I can though" Shuuhei said, glancing at the head captain for any signs of disapproval. Surprisingly, there was none. One by one, the visored said their goodbyes, until only Kensei was left. Shuuhei had to bite his tongue in order to keep his emotions in check.
"Well..I guess this is it, kid. It's been...fun" Kensei said, rubbing the back of his neck and avoiding eye contact.
"Yeah..it really has. I'll uh..I'll see you?" Shuuhei said, feeling the back of his eyes stinging.
"Yeah..you'll see me" He said, and briefly looked into his lovers eyes. Shuuhei was shocked at how much emotion the man was holding inside of them, but they had to keep this professional in front of the head captain. With one last look, Hisagi entered the senkaimon, and could almost feel everyone's heart drop, but mostly he felt his own shatter.
"I will follow you shortly, lieutenant. I must speak with the visored for a moment" Yamamoto said, and Shuuhei kept walking.
'Goodbye...Kensei...'
Two weeks later...
"Shuuhei, you in there?" Izuru Kira asked, knocking on squad nines door. A moment later, said lieutenant emerged, looking tired and slightly depressed. Ever since Hisagi came home, he just wasn't the same, and it worried Kira. Shuuhei refused to talk about it though, which only worried Izuru more.
"Hey, there's an important meeting for all captains and lieutenants right now, we've gotta go" The blonde said, dragging his friend outside hurridly.
"Woah! Jeez, what's the hurry?" Hisagi asked, letting his friend drag him along.
"I don't know, the message said it was of the utmost importance and we can't be late!"
"Then why don't we just flash step?" Shuuhei asked flatly, and then his vision burred as Kira took his advice. A moment later, they burst through the first divisions doors and got in line. Shuuhei wasn't sure what was going on, and he couldn't bring himself to care. Since he got back, all he could think about was a certain silver haired visored.
"I have important news for you all! As of today, the vacancies in three of our divisions will be filled! We will be the Thirteen Court Guard Squads once again!" The head captain yelled, bringing Shuuhei out of his thoughts. The doors opened, and three figures emerged, drawing several gasps throughout the room, including one from Shuuhei.
"Captains of squad three, five, and nine, present yourselves and take your captains haori!"
"Captain of squad three, Rojuro Otoribashi!"
"Captain of squad five, Shinji Hirako!"
"Captain of squad nine, Kensei Muguruma!"
Shuuhei could only watch in awe as the three visored put on their haori, each looking slightly different. Rose looked mostly the same, just a few minor outfit changes. Shinji had cut his bangs, now having a slanted look, and wore his beloved tie. Kensei had his hair mussed up and also had minor outfit changes, and Shuuhei thought he looked positively amazing. He wasn't even aware of how wild his reiatsu had gotten, and when Kensei stood in front of him, he didn't miss the comment.
"Che, excited to see me or what?" The large man said, earning a blush from Shuuhei. The rest of the meeting went by like a blur for Shuuhei, and after it was over, the other captains and lieutenants didn't miss Kensei suddenly pick Shuuhei up and flash step out of the room.
"Ah, what a touching reunion, don't you think?" Shinji said, putting an arm around Rose who nodded in agreement.
"Quite beautiful, if you ask me"
"You're here! Why are you here?! I-I thought visored weren't allowed— and you didn't even want to come back! And you changed your hair! I can't believe you're here!" Shuuhei cried happily, practically squeezing the life out of Kensei.
"G-good to s-see you too, k-kid!" Kensei wheezed, patting the smaller mans head. He was thankful they were in the office and no one could see him suffocating to death. Shuuhei finally released him and immediately started kissing him, making up for lost time.
"Heh...someones...affectionate...today..." Kensei said between kisses. Shuuhei blushed and stood back, regaining his professional appearance.
"Sorry..I just missed you" He said sheepishly.
"I missed you too, Shuuhei" Kensei said, rubbing his lovers cheek affectionately. They kissed again, only this time more tenderly.
"Ya know...without Mashiro and Lisa here..." Kensei started, but was cut off by Shuuhei.
"You don't even have to say it. Let's go to my room" Shuuhei said, dragging Kensei to the back of the office where his room was. Little did they know Shinji and Rose were listening from the other side of the window, ignoring stares from passing soul reapers and their lieutenants who were watching their new captains.
"What do you think they're eavesdropping on? Isn't that Shuuhei's room?" Momo asked, eyeing her new captain suspiciously.
"I don't think we want to know, Momo...I don't think we want to know..." Izuru said, having a good idea on what Shuuhei was doing with his new captain.
"Do you think our captains will be nice?" Momo asked, deciding to change the subject.
"I think they'll be a little too nice..if you get what I mean" Kira muttered, grimacing as Shinji and Rose kissed. Momo blushed and spun around, deciding to return to the division.
"What a strange lot...these visoreds" Kira said to himself, deciding to follow Momo and ask Shuuhei about his new relationship later. He was just glad to see his friend happy again, and to finally have a captain. With a complete soul society and a happy best friend, who wouldn't be content with their lives?
Everything turned out alright after all.
Meanwhile in Karakura town, Ichigo's room...
"Ah, I'm finally home. No more yelling, no more sex crazed visored, nothing. Just peace and quiet" Ichigo sighed, laying on his bed. Just as he was about to fall asleep, his window slammed open, revealing an angry Hiyori.
"Oi, baldy! Ya left yer disgusting boxers at the warehouse! I oughta rip you a new ass!" She yelled, tackling him with her sandle. At the same time, Kon woke up and started whining about missing Rukia, and his Soul Reaper badge started going off.
"Hollow! Hollow! Hollow!"
"I miss Rukiaaaaa! Waaaaaaa!"
"Stupid baldy! Stupid stupid stupid!"
"Why can't I ever get some peace and quiet?! AHHHHHHH!"
A/N: Well, that's the end. Not exactly how I initially planned it out, but it's good enough. Man, this took forever to finish. I'm just glad it's over. Please leave one last review while I go stuff my face XD