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Jul 10

Captain Of My Heart {Toshiro X Reader}

Chapter 3

By the time the next day rolled around, you had slept in a bit later than you usually would've. Which was only natural given how yesterday's moving activities went. After rubbing the sleep gunk from your eyes, you crawled out of bed and went about your morning routine to get prepared for the day ahead. After getting ready for the day ahead, you went to the kitchen to make a simple, easy, and quick to make breakfast that would still give you the energy for today to continue the packing and moving process. Because, sure, there wasn't nearly as much to do compared to yesterday, it was still gonna eat up most of your day. Even then, the full unpacking process would have to be squeezed in here and there whenever you got the opportunity.

So, once breakfast was had and everything was washed up, you got to work once more on finishing packing up what was left from yesterday. Once you got into the groove of it? There was no stopping ya till everything was packed up. Or until your stomach decided to let you know it was hungry and wouldn't wait anymore. Whichever came first.

Surprisingly enough, and definitely thankfully too, you had managed to get all your odds and ends packed up and moved to your new quarters, done with an hour and a half to spare before it was noon. With a heavy sigh, you wipe the sweat from your brow and think about what to do for lunch. Really, the only thing you had to do now was move these boxes to your new quarters and start unpacking, at least the necessities first.

That's when the idea struck you. You could get a special lunch for not only what would be your former Captain and Lieutenant as of tomorrow, but also one for your new Captain and Lieutenant. With that in mind, you set off with a very specific destination in mind - a restaurant you had been to several times before, even with those you had planned to surprise with a lunch, so you had a fairly good idea what they would like. The best part is? It was good food, and you knew the best shortcut to get there, made even shorter by the use of Shunpo.

It was roughly a 15 to 20-minute time frame to get to the restaurant. However, you did manage to beat the lunch rush. That alone was a bonus. With a kind smile, you went up to the register and placed your to-go order, making sure to get something for both captains, lieutenants, and yourself. By the time everything was done, it hadn't even been the full 20 minutes like it was thought; always a personal win when that happens, everyone's happy. With a final polite smile and a 'thank you', you returned from the way you came to make your surprise lunch deliveries.

Knowing Nanao's routine so well from all the time you had spent working in Squad 8, you knew she would appreciate her food sooner rather than later. Even though she didn't know you had decided to get everyone lunch. You couldn't be happier right now at the fact that Shunpo was something you could use, as it had saved you so much time. You paused a few feet away from the office door, double-checking that the orders for Nanao and Shunsui were in the same bag just to make life a little more convenient for everyone. Once satisfied, you went up to the office door and knocked, announcing yourself like you had so many times in the past before entering with a warm smile. "I hope you two are hungry. I brought lunch."

Nanao was the first to look up from the papers she was working on at her desk, a gentle yet warm smile crossing her features as she saw you, while Shunsui tilted his hat up just in time to see you walking in from where he lay on the floor. "Ah (Y//N), that's quite thoughtful of you. You didn't have to go out of your way when you're already so busy." Nanao responded, clearly grateful for the way you always thought of others, but also had an older sister's feeling of concern of wanting to make sure you took proper care of yourself when you still had quite a bit on your plate to deal with.

Shunsui, on the other hand? Mam acted like the most grateful older brother in the world who wasn't used to such things. Thing was.. You always tried to bring them lunch or a snack at least once a week because that's just who you were, just like it was Shunsui's nature to be some level of dramatic each time you did. "Oh, how very sweet of you, dearest (Y/N)! Whatever shall we do with such a sweetheart as yourself!" He commented as if reciting poetry as he moved to sit in an upright position with one hand covering his heart and the other tilting his hat back into place while leaving the pink, flowery yukata on the ground under him.

You couldn't stop the light and warm chuckle that fell from your lips at Shunsui's classic dramatics. Even over something like this, he knew how to keep the atmosphere light and playful while still being genuine in his appreciation. "You're both very welcome. I thought this would be a good way of expressing my thanks. I also got some for Captain Hitsugaya and Lieutenant Matsumoto. Oh, but don't think I won't keep randomly bringing food by for you both. That'll never change." You explained while setting the bag down and passing them each their meal, and making sure to hand them their respective utensils and some napkins.

"Well, well. Already trying to win over your new squad mates, hm?" Shunsui teased with a playful glint in his eye while Nanao simply waved her hand in dismal of her Captain's teasing remark. "We shouldn't keep you then. Go ahead and stop by Squaf 10's office. Wouldn't want to deliver cold food after all. You always know where to find us, and thank you again, (Y/N), for the meal, it's very appreciated."

"You're welcome once again. I promise to check in later and keep you up to date on how everything is going! Enjoy and I'll see ya later!" You waved with a smile that couldn't quite cover the mix of emotions you still felt over all this. And they understood perfectly because no matter the results of this, it was going to have quite the impact on all parties but you, especially. However, this was also an important journey not just for you. The two returned your smile with a warm yet understanding one of their own and a wave. "Don't forget, (Y/N), no matter where the road takes you, you'll always have a home here. Chin up, my dear, don't let yourself get stuck in those what-ifs, and be in the now. With that said, you'd best run off and deliver the others their meals. I can think of another captain who would quite love a lunch delivery from a certain Third Seat."

"R-right! Thank you.. Again. Alright, really this time, I'll see you guys later!" With that, you offered one last wave before exiting, making sure to close the door behind you before hurrying off towards Squad 10's office.

After some more time running and using Shunpo, you had to come to a quick halt when you were a few feet away and right around the corner from the office to avoid colliding with Rangiku. You could've sworn you heard the faint yelling of her name as she quickly fled from where you assumed she came from, the same place you were going. "O-Oh! Li-lieutenant Matsumoto! Uh.. Perfect timing, actually.. I came to bring you and Captain Hitsugaya lunch."

In the next moment, you were practically clobbered by Rangiku's bear hug, though you did manage not to drop anything thanks to your quick reflexes, while returning her hug a few moments later as she practically squealed in excitement. "Ohhh! Thank you, thank you, thank you! You are just the sweetest, you know that (Y/N)?" Sometimes you wondered how many times you could go through the same song and dance between Shunsui and Rangiku alone.

"It's no problem. I wanted to show my thanks and figured this would be a good way." You explained with a bit of a sheepish chuckle at her reaction. "Though it would be nice if you could return to the office with me and do some of that paperwork you always neglect."

Rangiku pulled back just a bit from the hug to look down at you with a pout. "But (Y/N)! It's so boring! I can't understand how the Captain does it all the time." With a huff of fond exasperation, you shook your head at her complaints and responded simply. "Because it's a part of the job. Though you not doing yours doesn't help him in that regard any, either. C'mon.. At least a few hours of paperwork since I brought food for you two?"

Ot was reluctant and took a minute before finally giving in. As much as she hated paperwork, you were kind enough to surprise both of them with lunch, and she wouldn't let kindness like that go without doing something in return. Even if that something was paperwork. With a spin on her heel, she linked her arm around yours with her signature smile and practically dragged you along to the office with her. "How can I say no when you went out of your way to bring us lunch while taking care of your own matters?"

After a moment of stumbling from the sudden pull, you walked beside her with a bright smile that had an underlying sense of pride to it cause you knew that she meant it this time. She was actually going to do at least some of her assigned paperwork without forcing it onto Toshiro. "Thank you, Rangiku. I'm proud of ya for doing some of the paperwork, even if you hate it." She glanced down at you in brief surprise before quickly covering it up with a grateful smile and a whisper meant only for you. "Thanks.." One of the few times it wasn't teasing or a sarcastic remark about her doing what most considered the boring part of most duties. No. Instead, it was real. It was genuine pride and acknowledgement that she is capable of doing it, even if it meant forcing herself to do it because of one person who is naturally so sweet and kind that if she hadn't agreed, it would've weighed on her mind.

As soon as you both had gotten to the door, with you not quite in view yet, besides Rangiku, who had opened the door with a huge grin, causing Toshiro to reflexively look up from his work at the sound, he had begun to lecture Rangiku about her responsibilities once he saw her. Though much to his initial annoyance, she had once again cut him off by stepping inside and pulling you in after her. Only for her to move you right in front of her like a proud mother as she placed her hands on your shoulders. "Awww! But I came back and look, Captain! (Y/N) was so thoughtful and brought us lunch!"

Cue the shy smile and wave from you as soon as you were thrown into the middle of this whole mess. "I um.. fi-fi-finished packing and noticed it was about lunch time s-s-s-so I thought I would pick up some for you both as well. To show my thanks. I even ma-man-managed to convince the lieutenant here to do some of-of her work too."

Toshiro's eyes widened at this, especially at the fact that you convinced Rangiku to get some work done. Nor did he expect to see you here so soon and with lunch to top it all off. Then, on top of it all, Rangiku was easily bribed with food to get her work done. It almost didn't feel real. "Ah, well, that's quite kind of you. Thank you for the meal, (Y/N), as well as getting my slacking lieutenant to work."

As you started pulling out Toshiro's order, you shook your head in response. While walking over to his desk to give him his food, you replied in a reassuring yet slightly playful way. "Ah, don't worry about it, it's no problem! Someone outta help you one way or another anyways." Once, close enough, you handed Toshiro his meal, who accepted it with a simple nod and a ghost of a smile. Rangiku immediately grabbed you by the arm and dragged you over to the couch to sit together for lunch. In return, you simply shook your head with a fond smile and passed her the meal you got for her before finally getting to your own.

While the three of you ate with a bit of chatting here and there, mainly from Rangiku, an idea struck you that might just help ease Toshiro's workload burden. "You know, Rangiku, if you promise to help out with the paperwork more, I'll bring you homemade lunch or snacks in return." Now that got her attention, causing her to perk up rather quickly, excitement and hope filling her gaze at the prospect. She, like many others, loved your food, especially your baking. "Really??! Are you sure?" She asked quickly, the excited hope clear as day in her tone.

"Well, yeah. I wouldn't have mentioned it if I wasn't, after all. I often did it for Nanao and Shunsui whenever they needed, so I don't mind doing it for either of you. Especially if it means there's a chance of getting you to help out more often in the office, Rangiku." Now here was her dilemma. She loved your food but hated the paperwork. But even working half the day in return for something homemade... Maybe, just maybe, that would be acceptable enough. After a minute or two of thinking, she finally spoke up again with a big ol' smile as she practically tackled you in another hug, somehow though, you managed to keep from dropping your food at the sudden force that is Rangiku. "I'd owe you my life if you did that, honestly."

"You definitely wouldn't, just help out more with paperwork, and we'll call it even." You responded once you recovered, wrapping your free arm around her in return with a pat on the back. A silent promise that you meant everything you said. She pouted but soon gave in. It was simply too good an offer to turn down, after all. "Alright, alright. You win, (Y/N)." Meanwhile, Toshiro was so busy multitasking, eating while working, that he pretty much missed what that whole conversation was about. He heard the two of you chatting, but didn't absorb anything from it. All in all, lunch with the Captain and Lieutenant of Squad 10 went pretty damn well.

After lunch was finished, you gathered the trash for everyone and threw it away. As promised, Rangiku went to her desk, grabbed a pen, and began working on the papers she had abandoned there earlier. Miraculously, without a single complaint. You had grabbed a stack that was sitting on the floor by Toshiro's desk, borrowed a pen from Rangiku, and moved back to the couch once more. This time, you opted to sit on the floor in front of it, working at the coffee table. Things had gone by smoothly for a few hours, everyone so focused on working that not a single peep was made.

Finally, Toshiro had looked up for a quick stretch and to make himself a cup of tea. What he hadn't been expecting when he walked around his desk, arms stretched above his head, and soon falling back to his side, only a few moments later was you sitting on the floor in front of the couch, working on your third stack of papers, and least of all, Rangiku sitting at her desk, silently nonetheless, working on papers as well. What had he missed during lunch?

Rangiku, naturally, was the first to notice this from having glanced up when noticing the movement from the corner of her eye. Didn't take much before she started teasing the surprised and bewildered Captain, whose mouth had fallen partially agape. "Careful there, Captain, keep that up and you'll catch flies." You glanced up due to her comment, following her gaze to said Captain, a quiet giggle escaping you as you turned your gaze back to the work in front of you with a pleased little smile. You did damn good. Between the teasing and your giggle, it wasn't more than a second before Toshiro hastily closed his mouth with a hint of pink dusting his cheeks as he glanced away with a little huff.

"I did say I'd help out yesterday. And I made a deal with Rangiku so she would at least do a bit of paperwork as well." You responded, glancing back up once you finished filling in a part of the paper you were currently halfway through. He simply nodded in response and continued on his way towards the kitchenette to make his tea, but he was damn proud of you for managing to get his lieutenant to do some paperwork. As he did, you looked over at the nearby clock on the wall and gasped in surprise, not expecting time to have gone that fast.

Rangiku's focus quickly shifted to you at the noise, raising an eyebrow in curiosity. "Uh.. Everything alright, (Y/N)?" With a few quick glances between the clock, the half-finished paper, and Rangiku in slight panic, you replied. "I nearly forgot I promised I would help Nanao with some stuff in the office before I officially started here tomorrow! I'll finish this page, then go over and help, but I promise to come back and finish the rest of this stack." You weren't even done speaking when your gaze shifted to the paper in front of you, quickly writing where necessary but still making sure it was legible.

As you were speaking, Toshiro walked back into the main office area with a mug in hand and that same calm expression. "Hm? Nonsense. You've done enough today already, on your day off, even. Don't think you expect me to believe you're completely done packing either. Don't worry too much about it for today, you can finish it when you come in tomorrow." You finished only moments later, moving the finished paper into your finished stack of papers. "Thank you, Captain, but I c-can't just start a sta-stack of papers and not try to finish it within a reasonable time frame." You responded quickly, already standing up and hurrying over to Rangiku's desk to return the borrowed pen. "I'll come back once I've finished helping in Squad 8! I gotta get going though, see you guys later!"

The two had just enough time to wave goodbye before you were out the door and hurrying along the streets of the Seireitei. After the door finally closed after you, Rangiku leaned back in her chair, arms crossing as that all too familiar teasing smirk crossed her features. "Someone's being awfully sweet." Toshiro didn't miss her implications, heat quickly rising to his cheeks. Just as quickly as the blush started, he turned his head away in a poor attempt to hide it so she didn't notice. She, of course, did. Then again, the way his voice cracked a bit didn't help his case either.

"I don't know what you could possibly be implying with that! She's a hard worker, even on her days off, and was even nice enough to bring us a meal. It's only right that I don't make her come back afterwards. Her official start day isn't even till tomorrow! Yet she still insisted on helping today… It's only right to have her finish later." While admittedly, yes, that was all true, it wasn't the full reason either. Rangiku knew it too. So, when her answer was a sarcastic hum of agreement followed by, "Whatever you say, Captain." He knew that this was only the start.

Meanwhile, as soon as you got back to the Squad 8 office, you didn't hesitate to lend a hand where it was needed. Shunsui? He helped. Sometimes. The rest of the time? He was acting like an older brother who had the best information to tease the living hell out of a younger sibling. Thanks to that, more often than not, you ended up a flustered, stuttering mess, which did nothing in the way of being any kind of useful help. You either found a way to hide from it or asked Nanao for backup. To say she was willing to help you outta that situation might've been an understatement. You were extremely grateful to both of them, but at the same time, goddamn Shunsui.

It's not like this was a hard task, but thanks to Shunsui's shenanigans and some technical difficulties, it took much longer than expected. You practically had to force Nanao and Shunsui to go home, especially Nanao, so they could get some decent rest. There wasn't much left to do, and it was easier if left to one person anyway. Besides, this is how you wanted to make up for the earlier struggles you were having, thanks to the teasing. They finally accepted because you promised that once you were done here, you wouldn't try to do anything else, because some things that were left required multiple people.

By the time you had finished and left the Squad 8 office, the sun had already set. Though it wasn't anything terribly late. Maybe, roughly around 10 o'clock or so. That's what you thought; it was actually closer to 11 o'clock. Using Shunpo, you headed towards the Squad 10 office to finish that small stack of paperwork you left earlier. Otherwise, it was just gonna weigh on your mind. You figured everyone had already returned to their quarters for the night anyway, so it's not like you were disturbing anyone. Rangiku most definitely already left. When you got there, you couldn't find Toshiro anywhere. It was a fairly safe assumption based on the evidence.

Once more, you borrowed a pen from Rangiku's desk before returning to where you were sitting on the floor between the couch and coffee table hours prior, the unfinished stack still there. Thanks to a previous incident with a very drunk Rangiku, the desk that was typically for the Third seat was currently away being repaired. At the very least, it should be finished in a few days. Though it's not like you minded sitting on the floor either. Once comfortable and ready, you began filling in the paperwork once more.

Within getting a few sheets off the top done, you heard the door open right as you started on another. A sudden nervousness filled you, having a pretty damn good idea of who it was. Slowly, you looked up to the door where you spotted the familiar figure leaning against the door with his arms crossed. Toshiro. Because of course it was. He raised a knowing eyebrow as he watched you, asking the question despite knowing the answer, giving you a chance to own up. "What do you think you're doing?"

You glanced at the paper in front of you, hand hovering to the side of it so you could read and see where to fill in for the next part, then back to him a few beats later. "Uh... P-P-Paperwork..." Your voice was quieter than usual, nerves taking over because, while no, you wouldn't be in serious trouble, you weren't expecting him to come back while you were here to finish either. "I see that. Didn't I say you could save that for tomorrow?"

Damn it, he had you there, but even still. You nodded, shifting your focus to your lap instead. "Yes, but… I couldn't leave it in good conscience when I was the one who started it and stopped because I forgot about another task…"

"And do you realize the time, Third Seat (Y/N)?" You cringed slightly at the formality, expecting a lecture on taking better care of yourself or listening when he said you could leave something to be finished at a later date. Not that you were entirely sure why you would, that's just what your brain decided to immediately jump to. Maybe because you were worried about upsetting or disappointing Toshiro beyond a professional way. "A-A little aft-after 10?" That earned a sigh, shaking his head as he pushed off the frame and stepped further into the office.

"A little after 11. Go get some rest, tomorrow is your official day here after all, you'll want it. Besides, I don't need you overworking yourself over something so small." You knew he was right, but you couldn't help the small pout that graced your features. It was a bit hypocritical, after all. He knew it too, but he was always one to brush it off because he was the Captain. "Don't you overwork yourself quite a bit, Captain? It's not a very large stack, I promise to go once I've finished it."

Toshiro closed the door with a sigh, walking over to you and taking half the already small stack you were working through. "Fine. But I'm working on half of it as well. Seems fair enough to me." He retorted, sitting down at his desk and beginning to work. It was subtle, but it's how he showed he cared. You blinked a few times in surprise as he took half and began working. It wasn't long before you recovered and resumed working as well with a gentle smile.

"Why did you come back so late, anyway?" You asked curiously as you worked, earning a quick glance with a raised eyebrow. "Because I knew that, despite what I said earlier, you were going to come back, so I decided to periodically peek in. Seems like I'll have to be clearer with orders like that in the future, hm?" At that, a breathless, sheepish chuckle fell from your lips as you rubbed the back of your neck in an unconscious manner. "Sorry, Captain. I'll try not to do it again."

"Geez, you're such a handful, you know that?" Despite the dry tone, you knew he meant nothing harsh by it. Simply a light-hearted jab. "Just don't overdo it." He followed up after a brief pause. You chuckled in response, just loud enough for him to hear, followed by your own light-hearted jab. "Oh yeah, 'cause you're so much better about it." That stunned him for a few moments there. When he recovered, he jokingly rolled his eyes, muttering. "Yeah, yeah. Finish up so you can go to bed." With a soft laugh from you, the two of you returned to work.

It was another 15 minutes before the two of you had finished, which was roughly at the same time. You set the pen down and immediately clasped your hands above your head, twisting, turning, and leaning in different ways to stretch out your back. It did pop in a few places, which was a win alone, relieving some soreness. You stood up, grabbing the papers and pen, making sure to return the pen right where you found it and give the finished paperwork to Toshiro. "Here ya are. Now, time for you to get some rest, Mr. Workaholic.

He accepted the stack, adding it to the pile of finished ones on his desk with a playful eye roll at your teasing. You were the exception when it came to teasing. He stood to join you, gesturing for you to go first. He has his gentlemanly moments, too. "You don't seem to be much better in that way, (Y/N), I don't want to hear it from you. Here, I'll walk you home tonight as well." In that moment, you swore your heart squeezed while your stomach did somersaults. Despite being caught continuing to do work even though you probably should've just left it and, in a way, getting a light, almost teasing scolding from it, he still wanted to do something as sweet as walk you back to your quarters?

With a smile that struck Toshiro right through the heart and a nod, you lead the way out of the office, walking side by side together once outside. "Thank you, I really appreciate it." As you walked, a comfortable silence settled over you both. You looked up, admiring the night sky and how it always seemed so beautiful, even if you didn't have the utmost perfect view. Toshiro, on the other hand, was too focused on you, wondering to himself how it seemed like no matter what was happening, you always looked amazing. Hell, even if it was something as simple as paperwork. Anything you or others may see as imperfect? He saw that as another piece of what made you, you. And he wouldn't want to change a single bit. Not that he'd ever say that. He couldn't bring himself to for so many reasons.

Before you knew it, you had arrived at what was now your new home. You sighed deeply as you came to a stop. Everything felt so surreal, not in a bad way, per say, but it was overwhelming and left you with such a vast amount of emotions. Toshiro saw the look in your eyes, recognizing it from having been there multiple times himself, reached up and patted your back in reassurance. "Just give yourself time to adjust. It's going to be alright, I promise."

Even if it was just a little bit, that one gesture was all it took for you to start relaxing. To get out of your head. Even though you typically tried to avoid giving him hugs in more public areas out of respect and understanding for his preferences but right now was an exception. One he would always willingly make an exception for. You stepped closer to him, arms wrapping around him in a much needed embrace. He didn't hesitate to return it, not whe it was clear that you needed so badly. He'd be damned if he'd turn you down when you needed comfort.

It's been years now since you first started giving him hugs but he was convinced that he'd never fully get used to it - the warmth, the comfort, the way his heart skipped a beat and beat just abit faster. Though it was more convenient for him to tell himself it was just cause he wasn't used to physical affection like this. You stayed like that, enjoying the warmth and comfort you provided for the other before pulling away after a bit.

With a small, grateful smile, you stepped back and in a voice befitting the gentleness of the quiet night, "Goodnight, Captain Histugaya, rest well. Thank you for today." Toshiro could've sworn his heart gave out from the sound of your voice and that smile alone. His expresssion softend into a ghost of a smile with the slightest tilt of his head. "You're quite welcome, (Y/N). Goodnight and rest well too, you've more than earned it."

That's where the two of you parted for the night, going through your own nightly routines before climbing into bed for the night. It was a long day for both of you so it didn't take much to fall asleep once your heard hit the pillow. Not that it stopped either of your hearts from pounding though. This was the start of a new adventure.

An adventure that carried on for a few months after that night. You still brought lunches/snacks to both Captains and Lieutenants of Squads 8 and 10. Rangiku even kept her word on doing more paperwork in exchange fo it, even if she only worked half the day, it was a vast improvement; especially because even though you didn't bring food every day, she still worked most if not every day. Even if it just meant working in the morning till lunch. Toshiro was always extremely grateful for the meal. He couldn't skip meals this way. Through this time, the two of you grew closer, bit by bit, one day at a time. Naturally, Rangiku and Shunsui teased the two of you quite a bit, whether you were in the same space or not.

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