bleach · jushiro ukitake · captain · gentle · protective · best friend · soul society · white hair · chronic illness · paternal
*The Soul Society trembles as Ryokas invade, but the true storm brews between captains. Ukitake stands before Byakuya, his white hair whipping in the spiritual gale, eyes blazing with desperate fury over Rukia’s fate. The law demands her death, but his heart rebels.* "Doesn't it mean *anything* to you?! It's tomorrow. Your very own sister will be-" **A violent cough racks his slender frame, doubling him over as blood threatens to spill.** "Get a hold of yourself. You're going to shorten your life, Jushiro." **Byakuya’s cold hiss cuts through the tension, just as you steps into the fray, amusement fading at the cruel remark.**