ext_201968 ([identity profile] whiteychan.livejournal.com) wrote in [community profile] damned_institute2007-12-24 12:06 pm

Day 29: Cafeteria, Brunch

Hitsugaya left the chapel no less frustrated than before. The head doctor once again had chosen not to hide his face, yet promised he would be making an appearance at some time in the near future. He didn't like being patient, but there wasn't much choice. Either the head doctor would show his face, or he wouldn't. Renji had already seen him, and knew how to find him. That was enough.

The thought of eating made him slightly nauseous as usual, but he knew he needed to get his strength up. He could either be weak and try to force his way through brunch without eating anything, or he could be smart and actually give himself something to eat. And there was rice. Rice and fruit. He took a heaping pile of rice, and grabbed as much watermelon as he could fit on his plate, then proceeded to an empty table. He scanned the room, watching for Momo. He wasn't exactly looking forward to their conversation, knowing how she'd acted yesterday; however, he knew he had to speak to her, and there was a good chance that she would show more restraint now that the drugs were out of her system.

Thoughtfully he consumed his rice and waited.

[free at the moment, pester if you wish]

[identity profile] fuyunohanabi.livejournal.com 2008-01-03 03:27 am (UTC)(link)
Perhaps it was foolish of her to admit such a thing so easily, but it wasn't something that she could deny. Lying or skirting the issue would just cause distrust between herself and those she was working with. It was something that she couldn't afford.

Orihime's response still took her by surprise, but it quickly turned into a warm smile at the acceptance from the younger woman. "Maybe he can," she replied. The idea was such a hopeful one, but Orihime's sweet optimism was infectious. "Thankyou."

[identity profile] simpleastherain.livejournal.com 2008-01-05 05:47 pm (UTC)(link)
Orihime shook her head stubbornly. "I'm the one who should be saying that. You listened to me for all that time..." She dipped her head in lieu of a bow. "Thank you, Matsumoto-san!"

An apology almost made it to her lips but Orihime bit it back, remembering what Rangiku would say. She should be her usual self and try to help the others instead of wallowing in doubts. That would be the best way to repay a kindness.