Where We First Met [Closed]

The moon sat up in its throne in the sky. There was not a cloud to block it, and it was an eerie full moon. There was no breeze in the area. At his home out in Rukongai, a man sat, idly staring at the moon. From his second story window, he sat on the windowsill. One leg was slightly bent and supported by the windowsill, while the other dangled outside of the building. The moonlight shined off his eyes as he stared. His mind, usually filled with thoughts, was almost blank. Snopy Saika; it had been three days since the incident with Kanna, and since then he wasn't completely right. After he returned to his barracks the day after the incident, it was highly obvious his mind was not in the right state. Things he usually did with diligence, he had to do extremely slowly to get even a little done properly. His face, rather than its usual friendly look, seemed blank. This was highly unlike him, and his squad was aware of this. As such, they told him to take some time off. He would have denied if it hadn't been the entire squad suggesting it. Even people who couldn't stand him, seemed worried.

Snopy had gone off to his home in Rukongai and did nothing. He ate, slept, and just stared blankly. He was trying to process his emotions. That was why he was so out of it. The words "I fucked up I fucked up I fucked up" were ringing through his head. By the time this particular night came around, he had calmed that thought. Yet new ones plagued him. He wanted Kanna's forgiveness more than anything, the pain was too great. Yet, he wondered if he even stood a chance. She was mad, and she had every right to be. He hurt the woman he loved, and he didn't know what he would do.

He stared at the moon for some time, until the silence of the night was broken. Saika, SAIIIIKAAAA! Snopy broke out of his daze and looked down. It was one of his squad members, and she looked frantic. Aiko, whats wrong? You look exhausted. And how did you find me here, I never told anyone where I live. She seemed so frantic he thought someone was in trouble. He refused to let his mood kill someone, so he was temporarily able to be himself. It's your girlfriend! I found her unconscious on the ground in our training grounds! Snopy's eyes widened as he jumped from the windowsill to the ground and bolted for Seireitei. He was running as fast as he could, only pacing enough so he wouldn't fatigue before he reached her. The gate was barely open when he slid under it he was moving so fast.

The sounds of night were all around him, and all one would hear was his footsteps as he made his way through the maze that is Seireitei. He skidded as he reached the walls to his training grounds. They were low enough for it, so he jumped and grabbed the ledge. He flipped himself over the wall and landed square on his feet. It was a perfect landing too. He looked around, desperately trying to find her. That is when he noticed it, her body lying in the dirt. He ran over as fast as he could, kneeling over her body. He began to shake her. Kanna! Kanna are you okay? Kanna! Kanna wake up! He was obviously frantic, if the training grounds weren't so large he might have drawn a crowd. Still, squad members could show up at some point. He wasn't thinking about that though, he was more worried about the unconscious woman before him.

Snopy listened as she spoke his name in her sleep. It made him feel uneasy, as he didn't want to be part of her nightmares. Then she seemed to wake up. Snopy tried to hold Kanna steady as she suddenly began to thrash about. However, after a moment the movement ceased. He watches as she sat up a bit. She appeared to be trying to figure out what was going on. She once again fell limp, and Snopy went out and caught her in his arms. He didn't want her to just smack down on the floor. He listened to her questions. He could not answer the latter. He did answer the first one though. I'm hear because a Squad member of mine came to me and told me they found you lying here. And...I don't know why you are here, I was going to ask you that. He was worried beyond belief at this point. She didn't even know why she was here. She really must have been out of it. The air was cool an this particular day, but not so cold it would pose too much of a problem.

Snopy heard her mention needing some water. She attempted to stand but almost lost her balance. He held her shoulders, helping her stay balanced by centering her gravity. He let go but kept himself ready should she lose balance again. At this point a young man from Snopy's Squad came out. Snopy? What are you doing here, last I heard you were at home in Rukongai. And what is going on? Snopy saw this as the perfect chance. I was at home, then another squad member came and told me they found Kanna lying here, and I came rushing in. This was all in, what, a 5 minute span. Now listen, I need you to go in and get a glass of water and bring it out here. And I need it fast! The member nodded and went for the drink.

It was impressive he made it here in only 5 minutes. Most of the time, running from his house to the barracks took a half an hour. Yet he was moving so fast he cut the travel by 5/6. It would be odd, because the time it normally took to get from the nearest gate to the barracks was about 20 minutes, and Snopy completely destroyed that time frame. Snopy was breathing heavily from how fast he moved, and his heart rate had skyrocketed. To top it off, he stumbled for a moment before speaking to Kanna. Look, Suzuki is going to get you some water. You should just stay put for a bit. Get some of your strength back first. Snopy still had a look of worry on his face, and it was obvious. He had no idea how to go about the situation before him. So, he just followed his logic and his emotions. Kanna, how do you feel? Are you hurt? Do you have a fever? Do you feel sick? He threw out all these questions, as he needed to know exactly how she was. Though at the back of his mind, he was wondering what she felt about him at the moment.

Snopy watched as Kanna stumbled about, before eventually collapsing into the wall. He knew it, she was far from ok. Her body was in terrible shape, and it was obvious. He couldn't stand to see her in this kind of pain. What was worse was her response to it all. She wasn't denying his help, she was denying that there was anything wrong. She had a cough, was unable to keep her balance, he saw reaction to what could be chest pain, yet she just shrugged him off. Trying to say she doesn't need any help. Snopy knew better, he was not an idiot. There was no way he could allow her to just leave. She'd end up killing herself if she wasn't watched in this condition. He ran over and blocked Kanna's path. He shook his head. Kanna, you can't hide it. You're sick, you can't just go wander out without accepting any help. I can't let you go. He put his hand over his heart for a moment as when he spoke, he noticed a double meaning in his words. He couldn't let her go out in her condition, and he couldn't give up on his relationship with her.

He quickly moved his hand off and looked to her. I don't know what you are trying to prove by acting like this. You need rest to recuperate. If you just wander Seireitei you might kill yourself. Snopy looked dead at her, showing her the seriousness of his words. She would likely blow it off, but he wouldn't let it get him down. The squad member came back and handed Snopy the glass of water. Thank you. Now Kanna, drink some water, you need to stay hydrated. He held out the glass to her. He didn't know what he was going to do, but he had two goals. One was to care and tend to her so she doesn't worsen her condition. The other, was to make sure he didn't lose her forever.

Snopy watched as she chugged the water down. It made him feel a little better knowing she was at least willing to take liquids, yet she was still far from fine. In fact, her condition only seemed to worsen. Snopy heard the voice of a young girl ring out behind him. He turned to look, seeing it was a squad 4 member. He listened to her words, she said exactly what he was thinking. He was about to let out a small sigh, as Kanna was ignoring the girl. However, it turned into more of a gasp when Kanna fell unconscious once again. Snopy ran over and leaned over her. He found him and the girl at Kanna's side, trying to see how she was. He shook his head. He listened as the girl freaked out, but Snopy was oddly silent. The girl looked up at him and saw an unusual look on his face. It was both angry, sad, and worried all at the same time. They were such a strange combination of emotions, but that is what he felt.

YOU IDIOT! He found himself shouting at Kanna, despite her condition. I told you that you weren't well, but you ignored me! Your body told you you weren't well, but you ignored it! Slowly the anger showed less and less, then the sadness kicked in more and more. You ignore the truth that is right in front of your eyes! You refuse to accept it, it's right there, but you shun it! You do this no matter...no matter how badly you'll hurt the person! His voice was a desperate shout as his tears fell down onto Kanna's Shihakusho. He was breaking down, he couldn't take it. He wanted Kanna back, he wanted things to be good again. He missed the days where she cared, where they were happy. This was just too much for him. Kanna...

Snopy listened silently, no changing reaction as she spoke. His tears stopped but he just stared idly down at Kanna. His face returned to a blank expression. Snopy did not move or react during her pause, so the girl decided to continue. She spoke, and it was strange how she seemed to know so much about Kanna. There was silence for a moment after the girl finished speaking. Suddenly, a sly looking smile formed on his face. He started at a light chuckle, but slowly it escalated. His voice became louder and louder as he laughed harder and harder. Some people would think he went crazy. Man I must be out of it. To think I had become emotionally drained to the point where I forgot something so trivial. To the point where I break down so easily, rather than keeping my head in order to help her. It is so clear to me, and it should have never been clouded. He picked up the unconscious Kanna in his arms and gave one last nod to the girl. Thank you, I needed that. And by the way, your Lieutenant is such a pain in the ass sometimes. He said it laughing, but he was serious, and he was sure the girl knew it. Kanna could be a pain, and everyone knew it.

Snopy walked calmly as he carried Kanna. He didn't want to run, it would risk him dropping or waking her. Either was bad, because if she didn't make it too a bed asleep, she would likely resist. Plus dropping someone is best avoided, since that would not be good. He made his way for the nearest place she could rest. That was, his room. He walked into his small room within the barracks and set her down on his bed. He pulled the covers over her to warm her up as he began to make some soup for her. Conveniently he had everything he needed to make it. As he heated it up, he went and got Kanna another glass of water. She needed hydration after all. Once the soup finished he set it down next to her and grabbed a chair. He leaned back with his hands between his head as he waited to see if she would wake up. Either way, this was going to be a long night.