Bleach Imagines

Shinji Hirako - Oneshot

"You're weak."

Coughing up a mouthful of blood, your body hit the floor. You were bleeding profusely, and the arrancar before you was nothing if not terrifying. Rukia was hurt, you could see it. Ichigo was barely holding it together as it was.

The red blast now aimed at Rukia's head made you panicked.

"RUKIA!!"

Ichigo's yell was a reminder, and you could feel the tears rushing down your face as you crawled to get to her before that attack could land.

But just like that...

It was blocked as if by force, and you stared in awe. Rukia was breathing heavily. Very aware of how close she'd gotten to possible death.

Your eyes moved shakily to the figure, catching the gray coat and short blond hair.

"A..human.."

He couldn't be. He was dressed formally, but there was a sword on his shoulder.

Grimmjow was still standing there, itching for a fight, and when the mysterious figure materialized a mask, it became clear that this was no mere human.

"What a hot blooded guy."

You never forgot the nonchalance of that statement.

"Oii! Quit slacking off!!"

You smiled at the sound of a familiar reaper yelling at some of the newer members of his squad.

"Hirako-san, you should give them a break."

He just frowned, waving his hand.

"This place really has gotten complacent. It's a good thing I'm back."

Well, his ego was as healthy as ever.

"Whatever you say, baldy."

"STOP CALLING ME THAT!!"

You really did enjoy getting under his skin.

When the vizards were reinstated after the battle with Aizen, it was somewhat incredible. The vizards were amazing. Despite what had happened, they'd still come to defend Karakura Town. Although you weren't directly under Shinji's squad, you were usually at his side. After your first meeting, you couldn't help but admire him. He was someone you couldn't help but want to follow. In a way it made sense since he'd looked after his friends for all those years. You were fortunate to become so close to someone so reliable, loyal.

"Oh, I almost forgot. This is for you Hirako-san."

You reached into your robe pocket, pulling out a small box. He was puzzled.

"For me?"

"Hai!"

He took it, opening the box. The sight of silver made his eyes widen.

"I saw this in the world of the living on my last mission. You seemed to really like it when we passed that human store. I thought the piercing would really suit you, so I got it."

You were wearing a big smile, and Shinji just gazed at the circular item.

"For me.."

It's not uncommon for him to get things from Love, or Rosa or even Lisa. They'd been in Karakura long enough to appreciate the modern advances. Yet somehow this gift felt different.

His silence was a bit unnerving.

"Ano...d-do you not like it?"

Now you feel a bit unsure.