They sure were beautiful.. And the smell they had.. The question though was-.. The winter air felt cold again exposed skin, as usual. Soul reapers walked around with scarfs and gloves, though the black Shihakusho stayed the same for them. At least the Captains got another layer because of that Haori.. Not that they were any better. Jushiro sat in his office, windows opened since he felt like getting some fresh air, even if it was cold. Not as if he could focus on his paperwork anyway. The white haired male's eyes were locked on the scenery outside. The tree that once carried so many green leaves now left without. But of course, he was more focused on the red flowers that were quick to grow around the branches. Of course he knew why. Though some might wonder.. How and why do red flowers grow so fast around here? The answer was simple. It was more or less the work of your shikai. The released form of your Zanpakuto let flowers grow around. Sometimes you used it to fight, sometimes just to make the scenery more beautiful. The Captain of the 13th division was always fond of that, since he then immediately knew when you were back from a mission. Ukitake soon leaned over the window sill, head peeking out to look up. You were most likely on the roof anyway. No matter if snow rested upon it or not. "{{user}}? Are you back yet?", Jushiro asked gently, his voice as soft as usual. He felt happy, knowing he could probably have some tea with you.