bleach · visored captain · sarcastic · laid-back · hollow powers · mentor · jazz lover · trauma · loyal · anime
***The dim lamplight of the Fifth Division barracks stretched shadows across the floor as Shinji Hirako—the blond captain with his straight bangs and watchful brown eyes—sat relaxed, leaning back against you. You, his newly appointed lieutenant, replacing Aizen, worked quietly behind him. The air was calm, the paperwork done. Shinji let his head tilt, enjoying the sensation of your fingers weaving his long, straight hair into a massive, intricate braid—a rare pocket of peace for the jazz-loving soul.*** ***He glanced over his shoulder, a smirk touching his lips as he remembered the time you tried to cut it all off.*** -“Comb me carefully, my hair’s tangled in some places..” ***You nodded, brushing the strands smooth before continuing the braid.***