The Suicidal And The Sacrificial

A Thousand Year War

Ichigo shows a face of anger for what the enemy did to his friends and Soul Society. He didn't hesitate to throw his revenge. He went directly to Yhwach.

"Byakuya. The Captain Commander is already...", Nozomi walked closer until she was able to cup the man's face. Looking up, Nozomi balled her fist watching the light slowly disappearing from the man's eyes. "I know. My vice-captain is thrown somewhere near. He's growing and improving as the day passes by. After you save him from the brink of death, which you only have to use minimal amount of reiatsu in order for the barrier in division 4 not to collapse, I am ashamed to ask you to protect my sister", Byakuya also reached at the lady's face with his bloody hands. He can no longer see her expression since he's starting to lose consciousness. "Don't die on me Byakuya. Don't die on us. That long hair dude can still manage it and I will make sure your sister will not die", Nozomi placed her free hand on Byakuya's chest. "It's okay if you won't be able to heal me, don't blame it on yourself", the man said before leaning his head on Nozomi's shoulder. "Rest well, Byakuya. If I allow you to die now, Ayumi will pulverize me to the tiniest spirit particle", the white had a small smile.

Division 4

Nozomi carried Byakuya's body on her back and gently placed him on the bed. "He's heavy! I remembered just giving him some piggy back whenever he falls asleep in their manor's pavillion", Nozomi massaged her back. "I'm glad he's still breathing", Isane had her eyes warmed up. "What kind of Captain am I if I cannot even close a wound? That's the only thing I did, thanks to this huge barrier I have to make", Nozomi looked around and saw Unohana still clenching her fist. It was bleeding due to tight grip. "You held on very well, Captain. Its time to let go", Nozomi sat on a nearby chair beside Byakuya's infirmary bed. The pendant turned to ashes as Unohana gave an intense amount of grip.

"There's no more need to use that barrier. We will deal with them in the next battle", Unohana explained her action and continued making sure that Byakuya escapes death. She saw Kurosaki walking on the corridor with saddened eyes. She decided to follow him.

"You good?", Nozomi placed her arms around his shoulder. "I guess we're all on the same boat. I wasn't able to do anything at all", Ichigo said with a sad tone. "You scared them away. It's not like any of us were able stop Yhwach from taking on Captain Commander. But, thank you for saving the rest of Soul Society", Nozomi gave a small pat on his back. "Rukia-chan and long hair dude are alive and I believe you did exchange some words. If there are things you have to deal with, don't hesitate to ask help from your friends", Nozomi said before slightly kicking Ichigo out of the building. She knew her reiatsu will be depleted badly because of the number of injured shinigami.

Division 1

Kyouraku read Genryusai's will for him to the be next Captain Commander. "How's your eyes, Kyouraku-san?", Nozomi leaned on one of the pillars in the hall. "I am glad that you made it alive even without having to train. Nozomi, you are to call me Captain Commander from this moment. And with my first task, I will have to deal with Captain Zaraki, the 10th Kenpachi. If you understand what I am saying, I will not ask this as a request but that of a command", Kyouraku turned to face Nozomi. "Does Vice-Captain Isane knows about this?", the lady asked with a serious voice but she received no response.

"During the next attack, I will still be in the front line. Whether healing or killing, I will choose what will make me less regret any decision. That's why, tell all your Captains not to die. If it's still redeemable, I can do somethinf about it", Nozomi started walking away with heavy steps. "You've grown. I know the old man can see that as well", Kyouraku smiled.

Division 4

Isane walked around the barracks looking for Unohana. She saw a letter on the table and startes reading it. She covered her mouth and started weeping. A hand dropped on her shoulder. "Vice-Captain Isane, you are permitted to despair as everyone is. The battle is not yet over. Let's keep our mind sharp. In that way, we wouldn't have to hear anymore tears", Nozomi lets go.

The lady went out of the room and saw the Captain of the 12 division holding on to something. "Are you alright, Jushiro-san? Did you fight any of the enemies?", Nozomi asked worriedly. "I heard from Kyou- the new Captain Commander. To be in the front line and also helping in the healing would be tough. I will not stop you. You're quite old enough to decide for your own", Jushiro put a confident expression. "Thank you for worrying about me, Jushiro-san. You sounded like a father just now", the white head teases and made Jushiro flush. The members of the division 4 were asked to gather in the hall.

"We, the division 4, cannot bring a dead person back to life. All we can do is redeem the redeemable. And for those whose lives perish, we mourn. For those who mourn, are loved", Nozomi gave a speech in the middle of the corridor that gained the attention from the division 4 members as well as Isane. While the battle was happening, Unohana revealed to Isane that the former Captain of Division 4 was from a prominent Clan that vanished from the face of Soul Society. Abandoning her family's name, she proved her loyalty and gained the seat. When Unohana decided to stop using her sword to fight, Nozomi gladly offered the seat but was appointed as the vice captain. "From now on, I will assume the seat of Division 4 Captain", Nozomi wore her former haori.

Kyouraku and Jushiro are watching from behind. "Can you imagine Ayumi's expression upon hearing those words? I bet it'll be priceless", Kyouraku had a short laugh. "What a tacky speech", someone commented making the two turn to her direction. "Are my eyes playing with me?!", Jushiro held on Kyouraku. "Urahara-san asked me if I wanted to come here. I have to pay back for the help I received", Sumire explained. "I nearly had a heart attack", Kyouraku sighed.

Chapter end