Ah. My first time ever inserting a story, I hope all goes well. Reviews and whatever are fine, choose to if you wish to submit. I just enjoy writing stories so it's no problem really, it's only rated M for later purposes but then is for you to wait and see what will happen. Haha. Not forget to mention that;
DISCLAIMER: Bleach and Kubo-sama's characters do not belong to me! I wish.
Summary: IchiRuki AU. High Royalty, Kuchiki Rukia, bears a terrible burden that will soon come to an end. However, a lesser royalty then discovers her and everything goes out of order. Can the male turn things around? Or will everything simply go downhill?
Chapter 1: We Start Here
Soft light had poured upon the large curved windows and managed to slip through the silky drapes as some fluttered onto the light lilac smooth carpet floorings, taking notice upon the deep lilac large bed that lay very near to the windows. A lump was upon the covers which tossed and turned a bit in a restless manner, however, soon after the covers were thrown over and a petite female formed from underneath them while a scowl appeared on her soft pale milky skin. It didn't take long to realize it wasn't exactly morning; as she looked at the antique clock and it showed plainly what time it was. 4:33 Pm. Cheeks had puffed up like a upset child as she quickly slipped off the large bed and felt her small delicate feet touch the cold carpet lightly and didn't hesitate as she bounded towards the large windows. The female wore a long violet silk soft gown that barely met passed her knees, her plum crystal optics searched around the neat room before back to the windows.
Small hands grasped the drapes easily as she pulled them open and was met with the sun's bright warm gaze, afterwards grasping the windows open, she slipped onto the balcony with slow hearty steps and jumped up to sit on its edge of the beautiful carved cream railings. A gentle breeze met her face as it brushed the strand of her bang in front of her face and lightly ran through her hair as it bounced upon her small shoulders, hands gripping the railings till her hands grew weak and red. Everything; she most likely hated. Being locked up, forced to do things, power-hungry people, especially those fake people; who acted as if they were the center of attention and were the next big thing. At these mere thoughts, she hissed through her gritted teeth in annoyance but was quickly calmed by another gentle breeze in the face.
It was only nature that seemed to calm her down until no feeling was within her body, but it was the stars that came out in the midnight sky that completely changed everything. Sigh of delight was emitted from her lips as she slipped down and crossed her arms in front of her chest upon the railings and hid part of her face in her arms. The empty feeling quickly disappeared as a knock was placed upon her door and the faint voice, "Ohimesama?"
"Hai?!" The female shot back as she left the balcony and closed the windows behind her and slipped gracefully back into her room with swift movements as a woman opened her door and
bowed her head, "Tennō heika would like to see you now." Spoken in a very respective tone about the petite female's brother gave her no surprise at all, the female nodded at the servant and faced her wardrobe. "I see, well tell Byakuya-dono I will be down there shortly." The servant bowed her head once more before walking over and placing a long silky snow-white kimono upon the bed, its ends were black but a big red ribbon was at the waist and markings of red were on the snow-white. "Tennō heika would like you to wear this special outfit for your party today." The female gave another curt nod in recognition as she faced the window doors once again, "Hai. Arigatou."
As the servant finally left the female alone, she had trailed into her thoughts. It had completely left her thoughts, it never occurred that it came so quick. Her eighteen birthday, and most likely her last birthday. However, it seemed like a schedule to her, it didn't matter that her death was near. It was set, and that's how it was gonna be. No questions. Period. Small appendage was lifted to her black locks of hair as she ran her fingers through it in thought before emitting one sigh and turning to face the kimono. It was time.
It was beginning at 6 that guests began to come, as usual. "Ah! Well if it isn't Bya-kun stepping out of the shadows." A deep voice had broke out as it was soon pursued by a rather soft purr, a tall figure turned to expose his rather serious and calm features to the newly arriving guests. One of them happen to be a very old friend of his, a faint smile crept upon his lips as he held out a hand to the tanned female and the female placed her hand in his as she felt his tender lips upon the back of her hand. "Quite the gentleman around guests eh?" A snicker slipped passed her as the male arched an eyebrow up at her, the smile never leaving his lips. "Shouldn't we all be?" The female knew very well that he was lord of this powerful large city, but she didn't waste time being super polite. They were old friends and she would stick to what she knew him by.
"So Yoruichi-san. Where's your guest?" Byakuya asked as his gaze examined the deep purple dress she wore that made her tan skin glow and especially under the bright lights, as well as around her. "Ah. He should be here somewhere-" As if to convince that right, a voice boomed out from a blonde male that entered the enormous castle, "Oiiii Byakuya-chaan" At the sound of the male, Byakuya's onyx hues filled with annoyance as they flickered to him, "Greetings Urahara-san." The male known as Urahara stood next to him as he patted his back enthusiastically as he chuckled, "Big castle! You sure like big things don't 'cha?" A grin flashed upon his face as he stared at the male, Byakuya simply ignored that comment and replied, "Why don't you go help yourself to the food? The ballroom is open for dancing and tables are set there for food and our antique garden is open to look at as well to eat there." Yoruichi simply snickered more as she placed a finger upon her soft lips, "Well, well. You did invite some guests for Rukia, yes?" Byakuya opened his eyelids as his gaze pierced through her, "It is my little sister's party after all. If our parents were still alive, I'm sure they would want it to be the best for her." A sudden seriousness took over the blonde male as his fingers ran through his blonde curls, "Yes well, a big party for her and then right after the Hime is gonna die. Pretty sad if you ask me."
The atmosphere grew heavy and tense but the blonde male quickly destroyed it as he cheerfully shouted, "C'mon hunny Let's find ourselves a spot on the dance floor." Yoruichi responded with a soft purr as she followed the male in the direction of the ballroom. Byakuya watched as theyfled and turned to the sound of a very cheery tone, "Konnichiwau Byakuya-dono Is Kuchiki-san ready?" The male turned to the bubbly auburn haired female as she wore a peach long dress and held a black purse at her side as a couple of more teens followed in suite after the female, gazing at them all the male closed his eyes. "Hai. She should be, but how about you all wait for her in the party room." Party room. Was made especially for the teens of the parties, Rukia's friends; however no 'friends' ever came over besides Orihime who brought along Uyruu the son of a famous doctor. It contained an inside pool and Jacuzzi, dancing area, mini bar and food was to be served every time it was needed, including much more. Byakuya watched as they made their way to the room and caused his eyes to linger on the large marble staircase, in hope of spot of his younger sibling, but spot no one. "Where are you Rukia?"
Near the castle, was a meadow with over 189 acres of open land. A huge lake was nearby the meadow, and a small petite female found herself on her most favorite spot upon a hill as she gazed dreamily at the dark violet sky as it began to darken within the seconds and faint stars starting to appear. It seemed like, these stars were her only true friends. Well, it wasn't like Orihime hadn't been a good friend. She had been her only friend. It was just, the stars were there to listen to all her problems. Even if they never did respond.
Rukia had seem to stand there a bit as she stepped a bit downhill and opened her arms wide as the kimono swayed along with the gust of wind. "Kyaa" A sigh of relief came as she fell back and now her back pressed softly to the ground as eyelids closed shut. "Well, well, guess who?" A grin took over her calm straight look as her plum crystals seem to twinkle along with the stars, arms spread apart. "Today's my birthday. I'm gonna be eighteen now." The female was speaking rather quietly, even though no one could be around. "Heh, it's no worry really. I mean, Byakuya-nii said it was to happen before I was even born. You know what I mean.." Surprisedly, the female held no sadness nor anything towards the subject. Still, she thought she rather change the subject now. "Never mind that! I think I should head to the party but eh, they won't even notice I am gone"
The ebony-haired female had then began to drift slowly asleep, that she never heard the soft crunching of the grass as footsteps approached her from behind, nor did the figure notice her as he was within his thoughts. That was until Rukia felt a sharp pain against her shoulder and heard a rather sliding noise on the soft grass to her right that was followed by a loud yelp. Eyelids flew open but before she could react, a form had stumbled upon her and grasped the grass on the sides of her head causing the female to stare shockingly before her and amethyst met amber.
That's all for now! xD Yes, well hope everyone enjoyed it so far :3 I thank my love for helping me correct any mistakes I will continue the next chapter really soon! But I start school on Monday Jan 7, so it may not be that soon enough. But, I'll start working on it now!
Now to clear things out;
Ohimesama- conveys the greatest amount of respect when addressing a princess.
Tennō heika- means "His Majesty, the Emperor
-dono- "lord" or "master"
-san- title of respect