[Ukitake makes a rare voice post. He's brave enough for video, but the fact remains that he is covered in blood, both his and someone else's, so he spares the network that much. Still, when the feed begins, his breathing is audible and it's clear that even that much is painful for him. But he soldiers on and speaks, his voice quieter than usual ( Read more... )

[When the feed flickers on, it shows a sight that has been showcased a few times recently.

Ukitake, paler than normal and as still as the room he's in, is still dead in the dark.  His hands at his sides do not move and the sheet over his chest does not rise with any of his breath.  It is surreal to still see such a man with such a passion for life ( Read more... )

[The feed flickers on and shows a familiar countertop and a familiar white-haired man, though his haori is nowhere to be seen.  Ukitake once explained how to make ochazuke with hand gestures in that same kitchen.  This time, however, there is a tea cup and steaming kettle and Ukitake slowly pours the water into the cup.  He doesn't look too happy ( Read more... )

[The feed opens with the sight of Ukitake coughing into his free hand.  Luckily, no blood can be spottted.  Yet.]

Ungh...my apologies.  Even with the weather clearing up, it seems that it has finally caught up with me.  [Cough.]  It's what I get for traipsing about in the snow.

[He tucks himself into bed, propped up on pillows again.  This is a ( Read more... )