His Little Flame

No Escape

Scared. Nervous. Nauseous.

Those were the feelings I had right now. I'm trying to sleep right now, trying to think of the positive side of this situation. All I kept thinking was, is he gonna hurt me? Is he gonna guilt trip me for having a miscarriage? Is he gonna be all sad and cuddle me?

I didn't know.

I have no idea if Kyojuro was in the room right now. I heard him leave a little while ago, but I'm pretty sure I didn't hear him come back. I hope he went home. But I know he wouldn't do that. He would never leave me alone in public. He's too scared I'm gonna tattle on him for everything he's done.

But he knows I'm scared to tattle on him. If he found out I tried to tell someone what he does to me, he'll beat me to a pulp.

I tried taking my mind off of it and tried to fall asleep. And I did end up falling asleep.

Morning~

I woke up early. And it was bright. And I looked over to see Kyojuro sleeping in a chair next to my bed.

Great.

I just got out of bed and tried to walk out of the room as quiet as possible. Thank god I didn't wake him.

I went down to the cafeteria to get some breakfast. I got some rice and miso soup. I haven't had miso soup since I was a child!

I went and sat at a table by myself. Then I saw my doctor heading towards me.

"Ahh, Mrs. Rengoku! How are you this morning?"

"I'm good, thanks for asking. How are you?" I replied.

"Im fine, but I'm more concerned about you! You know you didn't have to walk down here. You could've ordered food from the nurses."

"Oh I know... I just needed to stretch my legs."

"Well I'm glad your feeling better. May I sit with you?"

"Of course." I say while smiling gently.

We talked for a bit. It was actually pleasant. I still didn't know if I should tell him about Kyojuro. I mean, this is my only chance! I should do it.

"Doctor?"

I heard a deep "Hm?" Come out of him.

"I need to tell you something. I was wondering if I could have your help." I said quietly.

"Is everything alright?" He responded with.

"It's my hu-"

"There you are! I've been looking for you!"

Shit. It was Kyojuro.

"Good morning Mr. Rengoku. I was just chatting with your wife. She can go home today." The doctor said.

"Thank you doctor. I'm looking forward to it!" Kyojuro said while squeezing my shoulders tightly.

"Was there something you were saying, Mrs. Rengoku?" The doctor asked.

"Ahh... Never mind. It's not important."

"Alright then, I'll be on my way. Enjoy the rest of your day!" The doctor said and waved goodbye.

Kyojuro sat down next to me while I was staring down at the ground.

"Are you gonna finish your breakfast so we can go home?" He spoke up.

I nodded and ate my breakfast slowly.

Once I was done, I got up and put my plates in a bin by the register. Then I walked back to the room with Kyojuro right on my tail.

I changed back into my clothes I came here in. (Yes, they were washed)

"I don't want to wear these clothes..." I said to him.

He stared at me, then looked at my shorts.

"Can we go to the shop?" I asked.

He nodded then took me to the shop. There was a whole isle full of clothing. I was taking a long time because I wanted to find a Kimono that wasn't too expensive.

"Just hurry up already." He demanded.

Once I found one, he payed for it and we walked back to the room. I changed and felt so much better. I put my clothes in a bag and we walked to the carriage outside that was waiting for us.

Once we got home, I went to the bathroom to take a bath. I sat there thinking again. Not just about what was gonna happen to me. I thought about another escape plan. Ever since I escaped that one time, he didn't go on missions as much anymore. So I guess I'll have to wait until he has a mission to go on.

I also think Kyojuro might talk to me about what I was trying to tell the doctor. I mean, he cut me off as I was trying to say what he does to me! And I think he knew what I was trying to do... -

My thoughts were cut off to Kyojuro knocking on the door then opening it.

"It's time to get out. You've been in here long enough."

"Alright."

I drained the tub and wrapped a towel around me, then walked to the bedroom. I walked in to see Kyojuro sitting on the futon.

I grabbed my bedtime kimono and tried to leave the bedroom, until I felt a tight grip on my arm that made me wince and hiss in pain.

"Darling..."

I didn't reply until he let go of my arm.

"Y-Yes?"

"I wanna talk to you." He said, while smiling.

He let me get dressed then sat me down on the futon. Then he sat down in front of me.

"How did you do it?" He asked. I knew what he meant, but acted stupid.

"I-I don't know what your talking about..." I replied.

"Darling, don't act stupid. You know exactly what I'm talking about." He scolded.

I stayed silent.

"You know I love you, right?"

I nodded hesitantly.

"Then no matter what happens, you will always be mine. So you might just tell me right now before I find out and punish you." He said strictly.

"I r-really didn't do anything!"

"I don't want anymore lies. Just tell me and you'll get out of this easier."

"I-I swear! I didn't do anything!"

He sighed in annoyance. Then we both snapped our heads towards the window to see his crow.

"CAWW!"

Yes! I have a chance to escape!

The crow told him where his mission was and reported that no other Hashira could take care of it. But I was so relieved that I could leave this place!

That's when out of no where, I was being dragged to the basement.

Shit.