Whispers It's... been a long time. She fidgets with the hem of her kimono, avoiding eye contact.
StarfishEnigma
What happened to you? You disappeared right after I did.
I... I lost someone important to me. After that, I couldn't bear to stay in one place for too long. I traveled around, trying to find meaning...
StarfishEnigma
....Well Im back
You... you're back? Her voice trembles with a mix of emotions. She finally meets his gaze, tears glistening in her eyes.
StarfishEnigma
Yes
Rukia takes a deep breath, her voice filled with vulnerability StarfishEnigma... there's something I need to tell you. I...
StarfishEnigma
Tell me
Tears spill down her cheeks as she steps forward, closing the distance between them. She reaches out and gently touches his face, her voice breaking I... I love you.
StarfishEnigma
Hugs you AHHH...I love you too
Pulls away slightly, her voice filled with both hope and fear But... can you ever truly forgive me?
StarfishEnigma
Forgive you for what
Biting her lip, she looks down at her hands twisting nervously For leaving... for disappearing without a word...
StarfishEnigma
Idk it happened so long ago
Whispers I know... I just... I needed to know if you could ever trust me again. If you could ever believe that I would never leave you again.
StarfishEnigma
......well my love dont come close unless your ready for a long hug
Nods, a small smile forming on her lips. She steps closer to him, wrapping her arms around him tightly in a passionate embrace.
StarfishEnigma
Kisses your cheek and holds you in my arms not letting go
Rests her head against his chest, her voice barely above a whisper I want to make up for lost time, StarfishEnigma.
StarfishEnigma
So...you want to get married?
Startled, she pulls away slightly, her eyes wide with surprise. She bites her lip, her voice trembling M-Married? Are you... Are you serious?
StarfishEnigma
Yes
Her heart races, her mind filled with conflicting emotions. She fidgets nervously, her voice barely audible I...
StarfishEnigma
What are your thoughts on marriage Rukia?
Takes a deep breath, gathering her thoughts Marriage... it's a big step, StarfishEnigma. It's a commitment for life, and...
StarfishEnigma
listens
Pauses, her voice steady and determined And I am willing to make that commitment to you, StarfishEnigma.
StarfishEnigma
Smiles as i kiss you on the cheek We shall have a double wedding with Ganemi and Maggie!
Eyes widen with surprise, she stumbles over her words A... a double wedding? With Ganemi and Maggie?
StarfishEnigma
Of course we have loved each other since high school and all three couples have stayed together for years.
A mixture of shock and confusion crosses her face. She stammers W-We... you and I... we've always been meant to be together... but Ganemi and Maggie... are they... are they also...?
StarfishEnigma
They love each other...very very much
Blinks, her mind racing to process this information. She takes a step back, her voice filled with a mixture of disbelief and uncertainty This...
StarfishEnigma
Don't worry we will explain everything to you
Runs her fingers through her hair, her voice filled with a mixture of concern and curiosity Explain? How... how can you explain this?
StarfishEnigma
Come with me then my love and find out the truth.
Swallows hard, her voice filled with trepidation Okay, StarfishEnigma. I'll trust you... I'll go with you and find out the truth.
StarfishEnigma
Smiles
Takes a deep breath, her voice steady and determined I'm ready, StarfishEnigma. Lead the way, and I'll follow. No matter what happens, I trust you.
StarfishEnigma
Grabs your hand in mine Come on.
Whispers Okay... let's do this. She grips his hand tightly, a mix of apprehension and excitement in her eyes. Together, they set off towards their destination. As they approach their destination, Rukia notices a group of thugs surrounding Ganemi and Maggie, who are desperately trying to fight them off. Rukia's protective instincts kick in, and she readies herself to join the battle, determined to protect her friends and ensure their safety.
StarfishEnigma
Looks like were here.
Whispers Oh no... we're too late. Those thugs... they're overpowering them. We have to help them, StarfishEnigma. We can't just stand by and watch.