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Chapter 116: The First Meeting of Sisters
Chapter 116: The First Meeting of Sisters
"Is Lady Kuchiki at home? I have something to discuss with her and would like to introduce someone to her."
Facing the polite and gentle Yecheng, Hirosue's maid was momentarily startled before reacting.
Behind Yecheng was a young girl who bore a striking resemblance to the Lady, but appeared slightly younger, and her attire was far from matching the status of the Kuchiki family's lady.
"Please wait a moment, I'll go inform the Lady immediately."
It was barely a few minutes after the maid left that Yecheng and Rukia, who had been waiting in the corridor, heard hurried footsteps from the room, along with the maid's anxious voice, "Lady, please be careful, take it slow."
Although Hirosue was born in Liu Hun Jie, her demeanor was always graceful and refined, appearing more noble than the nobles themselves.
Since marrying into the Kuchiki family, with more eyes on her, Hirosue made every effort to be elegant in her actions to avoid bringing shame to the Kuchiki family.
This was the first time Hirosue had ever lost her composure, and her current expression was a mix of anxiety, panic, worry, and joy—a complex blend of emotions.
Hirosue had been practicing calligraphy in her room, her only form of entertainment in the Kuchiki household.
Kuchiki Byakuya, due to his duties with the Gotei 13, usually returned home in the evenings, and Hirosue, from her humble origins, had almost no friends in Seireitei.
To outsiders, Hirosue seemed like a common sparrow that had flown up to the highest branch, but they didn't know that the high walls of the Kuchiki estate also restricted her freedom.
As the lady of the Kuchiki family, her every action influenced others' perceptions of the family.
This was evident from the dignified appearance of Yoruichi Shihouin, who maintained her composure even to strangers, demonstrating the importance nobles placed on such matters.
Although Hirosue's current status was illustrious, she couldn't leave the Kuchiki estate at will unless accompanied by Kuchiki Byakuya; otherwise, as a noble's wife, she couldn't even go shopping alone.
When she heard the maid's report about Yecheng's visit and the girl who resembled her accompanying him, Hirosue lost her composure for the first time.
Not only did she grip the brush too tightly, ruining the calligraphy, but in her haste to stand up, she also accidentally knocked over the nearby inkstone.
However, Hirosue didn't mind this; instead, with a face full of joy and anxiety, she rushed towards the hall.
Hirosue had almost no friends in Seireitei, as not many people could casually enter the Kuchiki estate, which also led to her having almost no social life.
Over the years, Yecheng had been her only friend, and she was delighted by her visit, but she didn't forget the proper etiquette.
The reason for her uncharacteristic loss of composure was primarily the girl by Yecheng's side, who resembled her.
Even without seeing the girl in person, Hirosue had already guessed who she might be.
Before Yecheng's trip to Liu Hun Jie, Hirosue had asked her to look for her abandoned sister if she ever passed through District 78 Seu Diao Qu.
Now, Yecheng had returned from Liu Hun Jie with a girl who looked remarkably like her, and Hirosue, not being foolish, could guess who she was.
"Hua——————!"
The exquisite wooden sliding door, adorned with luxurious decorations, was pulled open. Upon seeing Yecheng standing outside the hall and the slightly nervous girl behind her, Hirosue froze in her tracks.
As she gazed at Rukia's face, Hirosue was momentarily stunned, and tears welled up in her eyes as she extended her hand, her body trembling as she approached Rukia.
Upon seeing a woman who bore a striking resemblance to herself and exuded a gentle and elegant aura drawing closer, Rukia instinctively chose to hide behind Yecheng.
When Hirosue saw Rukia's evasive action, the initial surprise and joy on her face quickly turned into unease and disappointment.
With just a glance, Hirosue was a hundred percent certain that the person before her was her long-lost sister.
It wasn't just their similar appearance, but also the blood-bonded closeness that couldn't deceive anyone else.
Finding her long-lost sister after so many years, today was the happiest day for Hirosue Kuchiki since her grand wedding, aside from her wedding day.
Meeting her sister for the first time, Hirosue's heart was naturally filled with excitement and joy. However, just as she was about to reach out to her sister, Rukia's action made her feel inexplicably hurt.
Feeling anxious and disappointed was normal, as the Hirosue who was once powerless to raise Rukia had ultimately abandoned her sister while she was still an infant.
Even if they were reunited after a long separation, it was only natural for her sister to not recognize her cold-hearted and unfeeling older sister.
"Hirosue, calm down. Where's the composure and rationality you're known for? This isn't like you at all.
I've already briefly explained the situation to her on the way here, and Rukia is still willing to meet you. This shows that things aren't as bad as you imagined."
"You should go back to your room and tidy up your appearance. After all, it's your first time meeting your sister, and you wouldn't want to leave her with the impression of an unreliable older sister, right?
We'll wait for you in the hall, and this time will also allow the child to calm down.
After all, it's not easy for anyone to suddenly discover they have an older sister and accept it within a short time."
Due to her haste, Hirosue's hair was disheveled, and after running all the way, it was now a mess.
Adding to that, her clothes were stained by the spilled ink, making Hirosue look quite different from her usual self.
Hearing Yecheng's comforting words and seeing her sister hiding behind him, Hirosue realized that her sister seemed to trust Yecheng a lot.
Since her friend had said so, Hirosue naturally nodded obediently and temporarily chose to retreat.
After waiting for about half an hour, Rukia, who had been startled, gradually calmed down.
After freshening up and changing into a set of exquisite kimono, Hirosue Kuchiki appeared before Yecheng and the others once again, exuding the dignified demeanor of a Kuchiki lady.
During this encounter, Hirosue restrained her intense emotions towards her sister and only showed her care and concern.
With Yecheng's persuasion, Rukia gradually came to understand why her older sister had chosen to abandon her.
Upon learning that if it weren't for meeting her current brother-in-law, Byakuya Kuchiki, her sister might have died in the Soul Society slums, Rukia's resentment towards Hirosue dissipated significantly.
In truth, Rukia didn't hold much resentment towards Hirosue for abandoning her, as she had grown up in District 78 and deeply understood the circumstances Hirosue had faced back then.
(End of Chapter)
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