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On Sartorial Issues
by afrai

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"We need to become stronger," whispered Shirayuki.

"Ow!" Rukia sucked her index finger. "Yes."

"Training is required."

"Yes."

"He is better than he used to be," said Shirayuki.

"Yes."

There was a thoughtful silence.

"I feel like I've been tumble-dried," said Shirayuki.

Rukia looked crestfallen.

"I'm sorry," she said.

"It's not your fault," said Shirayuki graciously. "Your darning has improved."

"It was necessary to mend my clothing myself when I was in the living world," said Rukia. "Sending it out would have blown my cover."

Shirayuki fluttered.

"They meant nothing to me," said Rukia quickly.

"They'd better not," said Shirayuki.

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