Kaen POV
" Hey, sleepyhead. Time to wake up."
A familiar voice whispered to me as I could feel a warm breath against my cheek.
" Mhh?"
I felt a hand run through my hair. I slowly open one eye and came face to face with Hikaru who was just inches away. Normally I would have been surprised at this but now I felt calm and relaxed at the sight of him.
" What do you want Rookie?"
I asked him as I snuggle against my pillow while a happy feeling overwhelmed me. The very thought of having a friend who is as close as family. A brother in arms, someone that always has your back on and off of battle, an equal to me.
" Everyone is gathering for an early dinner since most of us missed lunch. You have to keep your strength up if you want to join tonight's patrol. "
Hikaru gently informs me as he sits down on the edge of my bed.
" Hmm... I hope they strike again tonight. I'm really looking forward to giving Bankotsu the beating of a lifetime. "