// my beloveds—I'm still here, juuuust crawling out of post-job-promotion-burnout when my elderly father fell and broke two bones in his leg. The first attempt at surgery did not go well. 🥲🥲🥲 fingers-crossed for no complications tomorrow

⠀ the end of the blossom season held many meanings, from the comfort of the coming summer to the philosophies of impermanence—how life is most beautifully lived in bursts of flourishing bloom. and for a few, even more simply—it meant the sakura petals had been harvested, pickled, and were ready ⠀

// " s h o r t " I am so deep in the tumblr trenches I'm doing my best I promise

⠀ the kuragane ichizoku possess a comprehensive curriculum. they are scholars ; custodians of a society governed by moral discipline, where diplomacy wins over sword ( but the sword is no less sharp ). they believe mastery must be preceded by knowledge. truth be it—it does. ⠀

𝐇𝐈𝐑𝐀𝐊𝐎 .@gyakutennsekai.bsky.social · last yr.

⠀ there is a reason why the 5th is so deceptively exclusive in all its peace. from the captain that was before him to his final return , hirako shinji knew all along that the 5th’s peace was a product of necessity for the greats of their time. ⠀

⠀ fingertips flit the pages of a book. clouds give way to dappled sun, brightening ivory parchment. a spring shower is just passing—perhaps you are, too...? ⠀

// teehee back after a short break because work was chaos this week !! I've some threads to reply to, but ♥︎ for a short interaction ! if you've a particular arc/time period that takes your fancy, feel free to comment <3

// I promise not to + that hard often I promise I promise—

⠀ ⠀⠀⠀lashes flicker over scarlet, lips part, breath lingering just a fraction too long. an untrained eye would miss it—the infinitesimal flicker of hesitation, of consideration—of 𝒅𝒆𝒔𝒊𝒓𝒆. but hirako shinji’s gaze is anything but untrained. illusion was mundane. he saw the beast beneath ceremony… ⠀

𝐇𝐈𝐑𝐀𝐊𝐎 .@gyakutennsekai.bsky.social · last yr.

⠀ “ oya , 𝘰𝘺𝘢 , kuragane! ” comes hearty laughter —— there seems to be nothing but mirth coming from his person , and true mirth it proves to be. “ that's some comeback ; you've gotten much wittier , eh? i like that! ” ⠀

// me: i'm gunna rp on bsky to get into the habit of writing shorter, less emotionally intense and introspective posts like i do on tumblr all your muses: so tsubaki what about this really deep and interesting topic— me: ... ROLLS UP SLEEVES TIME TO BSKY A NOVEL !!

⠀ ⠀⠀⠀𝒉𝒐𝒏𝒏𝒆 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒕𝒂𝒕𝒂𝒎𝒂𝒆 ⠀⠀⠀the face of self and society ; what is hidden and what is given. the first-born daughter of any clan learns early the distinction between secret longings and the graceful facade expected by society. tatemae was society’s demand—rigid, flawless, frequently asking for… ⠀

°•. 𝙮𝙖𝙢𝙖𝙢𝙤𝙩𝙤'𝙨 𝙨𝙪𝙘𝙘𝙚𝙨𝙨𝙤𝙧 °•.@shunsuikyoraku.bsky.social · last yr.

⠀ ⠀⠀Behind jovial demeanor and warm smile lies a haunted man. Underneath the surface of a cheery gaze sullenness resides. A gaze that reflects the horrors witnessed. War is kind to no one except the dead. Their troubles are over. Those who survive suffer no matter the side they fought for. — ⠀

⠀ ⠀⠀⠀the food of her fancy is simple—more snack than meal. it’s the wine list she gives most attention. calculated demeanour fails to show it, but the captain’s words stir something in her: an echo of doubt, long accepted but never wholly escaped. you never do. not when the doubt precedes a… ⠀

𝐇𝐈𝐑𝐀𝐊𝐎 .@gyakutennsekai.bsky.social · last yr.

⠀ ” ain't it! it's always something new when ya' learn the name of yer' zanpakuto, ” he grins , letting her take her time to order her food. ” when things are upside-down , ya' can see a whole new point-of-view. ” ⠀

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⠀ ⠀⠀“ couldn’t have said it better myself… ” then—a pause. soft. reflective. her steps fall just short of the commander. a towering man in both height and station, yet never imposing. kyōraku shunsui had asked a difficult question. those who survive war are never truly free of it. alive, yes— …

°•. 𝙮𝙖𝙢𝙖𝙢𝙤𝙩𝙤'𝙨 𝙨𝙪𝙘𝙘𝙚𝙨𝙨𝙤𝙧 °•.@shunsuikyoraku.bsky.social · last yr.

⠀ ⠀⠀Oh my, what's this? Can it be? A pretty lady cares for his well being enough to ask how he's doing? What a wondrous night this is! It almost brings a tear to his eye... ahem, anyway, right, best to respond quickly. ⠀⠀"I am quite well, Kuragane, thank you for asking. It has been hectic as — ⠀

⠀ ⠀⠀⠀“ I did always enjoy that outlook of yours ~ ” the curve of red-painted lips deepens. even ‘neath downcast shadow of that striped brim, she felt the weight of his gaze. not merely eyes, but intellect—shrewd & methodical. the scrutiny of a man who saw more than his equable manner would ever… …

浦原 喜助@uraharashoten.bsky.social · last yr.

⠀ ⠀⠀Attentive eyes lurk behind low brim of jade-striped bucket hat. Steely gray hues analyze and digest every aspect of his guest, down to the last minute detail. From her regal demeanor to her stilletoed gait, full lips to the sway of her curves, jovial and warm tone of voice, all of her — ⠀

⠀ the truth of it ; the pleasure of the repartee. it pulls a laugh from her, a soft sound as she slips through the offered doorway—out from the staccato of rain & into the low hum of rhythm. a brief nod says ‘thank you’. when she sits & digests his question, her chin finds rest atop fingers, ... …

𝐇𝐈𝐑𝐀𝐊𝐎 .@gyakutennsekai.bsky.social · last yr.

⠀ ” that's how ya' can sift out a good man among the bastards, ” comes his amused chuckle , and when they finally reach the obscure jazz bar within the crossroads of the living and the dead , shinji holds the door open for her. ⠀

⠀ that easygoing charm draws a soft laugh from her—the kind that slips out, unguarded, coaxed by an invitation to lay down the laborious mask of formality. “ how fortunate for the evening, then—to have us both. ” a tenure of playfulness, warmed by the curve of her smile. “ …how are you doing? ” ⠀

°•. 𝙮𝙖𝙢𝙖𝙢𝙤𝙩𝙤'𝙨 𝙨𝙪𝙘𝙘𝙚𝙨𝙨𝙤𝙧 °•.@shunsuikyoraku.bsky.social · last yr.

⠀ ⠀⠀The Captain Commanders gait lulls to a stop, good eye shifting in its socket; gaze on epicenter of vocals. A warm, cheery smile graces ruggedly handsome visage, "It's a lovely night indeed, Kuragane. And now that you have blessed me with your presence, it has only gotten lovelier." ⠀

⠀ “ it's a nice night, isn't it…? ” a question that needed no answer, for it was evident in the way the warmth of the day lingered into the eve. rather, her words were a greeting—a 'good evening' in poetry. ⠀

°•. 𝙮𝙖𝙢𝙖𝙢𝙤𝙩𝙤'𝙨 𝙨𝙪𝙘𝙘𝙚𝙨𝙨𝙤𝙧 °•.@shunsuikyoraku.bsky.social · last yr.

⠀ ⠀⠀Out for an evening stroll. The cool night air felt wondrous against his visage. ⠀

⠀ ⠀⠀⠀liquid charm, even in narrative? 𝒐𝒉, kisuke urahara was a wily one. but that is not to dismiss it : floral notes atop an earthen tea base ; sweetness matured by regal undertones. a fine pairing indeed. [...]

浦原 喜助@uraharashoten.bsky.social · last yr.

⠀ ⠀⠀Svelte digits set aside cup of porcelain. They reached to the side and picked up his signature fan, fwipping it open. Fluid flick of wrists created a gentle current of air, of which caused flaxen tresses to sway. ⠀⠀The room smelled of fresh tea and floral beauty, the latter most likely a — ⠀

⠀ the smile curves slowly, equal parts impish and contrite. “ when we find a gentleman, I'll be sure to let him know he's footing the bill. ” a soft laugh follows, apologetic. so does the smallest bow of her head ; that familiar tension between mischief and decorum… […]

𝐇𝐈𝐑𝐀𝐊𝐎 .@gyakutennsekai.bsky.social · last yr.

⠀ the thing about kuragane tsubaki is that she's always been extremely astute. her time in the 5th was a breath of fresh air , solely because she wasn't like the rest of the new recruits , tiptoeing around the true nature of the division. ⠀

// crawls back in after a few hectic days at work !! sorry for the lag, everyone <3

𝘸𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘭𝘶𝘤𝘬! the charm draws a laugh from her—soft, genuine—before settling into an easy smile that meets his greeting. “ hirako-taichō, “ “ life? as beautiful as always. “ a sing-song lilt. “ i dare say 'peaceful', but i'd rather not tempt fate… “ “ and how are things for you ? how is— “ […]

𝐇𝐈𝐑𝐀𝐊𝐎 .@gyakutennsekai.bsky.social · last yr.

⠀ “ i sure do, ” hirako grins , holding up the kasa umbrella as he winks. “ hey there , kuragane. how's life? ” it's certainly been a while —— they can also wait out the storm , or brave it under his protection should she want to. ⠀

⠀ 𝗦𝗧𝗘𝗔𝗟𝗧𝗛 𝗙𝗢𝗥𝗖𝗘 𝐎𝐌𝐍𝐈𝐓𝐒𝐔𝐊𝐈𝐃𝐎 . ( temp . pinned , penned by tilly . ) ⠀

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浦原 喜助@uraharashoten.bsky.social · last yr.

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