(A/N): I do not claim to own any songs or characters mentioned herein other than those I have created myself. If you can find the name in the show's character list- I didn't make it. None of the songs will be of my own creation- I am not that talented. All pairings mentioned in this story collection are my own personal OTPs and may not be strictly cannonical. A (!) in a chapter title will denote mature content, though I can guarantee they will be few and far between- smut/lemons/limes/whatever never have been and probably never will be my strong suit.

Lullaby- Billy Joel

Urahara smiled as the warm body next to him snuggled closer, purring as he put his arm over her waist. Yoruichi was a very colorful and independent person, and he was extremely happy to say that he was the only one who got to see her like this, with her guard down and putty in his hands after a particularly pleasant round of lovemaking. He stroked her purple hair, and one eye opened in a sleepy but still questioning look.

"Go back to sleep, angel. I was just admiring how beautiful you are." She smiled, and he felt his heart melt.

"You should sleep too, Kisuke." He nodded, lying back down and pulling her close. They drifted off in a blissful sleep.

Whenever I call you Friend- Kenny Loggins

It was happening again, Kisuke mused as Yoruichi waltzed up to the door of the shop, black fur rippling along her back as she rubbed against the doorpost. "Hello, friend." She purred in response, jumping into his arms as the orange-haired girl who had been following her walked slowly into the shop. "So, you're Ichigo's daughter." She started, nodding. "Follow me." He led her into the back room, but he wasn't paying her nearly as much attention as he was to the cat-woman in his arms. Every time he had to call her "Friend" instead of "Lover" or something equally endearing, he found it tugging at his heart, causing a slight twinge of pain. He wondered if he ever would get to call her something more as he tried to help this young child fill a pair of shoes much too big for any one person. Only time would tell.

Concrete Angel- Martina McBride

She had never been good enough, Yoruichi mused as her father screamed at her. Never smart enough, ladylike enough, and never obedient enough to the head of house's rule. He told her not to associate with commoners, Kisuke Urahara became her best friend. She was not supposed to wander about without a proper escort, she snuck out to explore the Soul Society. She was supposed to marry into the Kuchiki clan, she helped Byakuya to marry his one true love.

The only thing that she did right, in her father's eyes, was to become the captain of the Stealth Force. But through all of this, she was stronger than he thought. So, whenever he hit her and starved her, and put her down, she just smirked at him and thought of the next time she'd do it again, and how Kisuke was waiting for her just outside the walls.

Believe- Justin Beiber

Looking around in wonder, Kisuke could hardly believe the setting he found himself in. He was back in the Soul Society, fully pardoned by the new head captain, and standing across from the most beautiful woman he had ever seen. Hiori and Soi-Fon were the bridesmaids, Kensei and Shinji the groomsmen, and Tessai stood at Kisuke's shoulder. Yoruichi was resplendent in a white dress with light purple orchids for her bouquet as Juushiro led them through the vows. As they sealed the ceremony with a kiss, Kisuke saw in a flash of images everything they had gone through to get here. He never would have believed it possible, but Four hundred years after they had been exiled to the human world, everyone was back.

Go the Distance- Roger Bart

Looking out the shop window, Kisuke wondered how everyone back in the Soul Society was doing. Sure, he had been exiled, but that was the fault of only one person- Aizen. Other than that, he held no grudges and was genuinely concerned for the wellbeing of his fellow soul reapers. He would have done almost anything to be able to go back and see their faces- to joke with Juushiro and Shunsui, to pour over research with Mayuri, and so many other things. But, for all he had left behind, he had brought the best part with him. He turned to the presence that had appeared at his shoulder, smiling at Yoruichi. "They'll be ok for now."

He's a Tramp- Peggy Lee

He was unkempt at the best of times. He was silly. He was a sloth. But she loved him all the more for it. Hidden under the lazy exterior, Yoruichi knew that Kisuke was everything that she admired- Strong, smart, brave, and loyal. As they trained together for possibly the last time in their "secret base", she couldn't help but plant a kiss on his nose as she snuck past his guard. He stopped dead in his tracks, a dumb look on his face, and she began laughing as a smile slowly spread across his features.

Barefoot Bluejean Night- Jake Owen

It was nice to let go, Yoruichi thought as Kisuke chased her through the ocean surf. The rest of their friends were strung out across the beach, engaged in various other activities, but the two friends (lovers) had opted for their (second) favorite passtime. "You're it!" Yoruichi crowed triumphantly as her fingertips brushed across Kisuke's shoulder. He laughed, his hair held back from his face in a rubber band so it wouldn't get in the way. He was undeniably handsome when he wasn't on guard, and his laugh was infectious as Yoruichi "tripped" and fell into his arms.

"They're never going to grow up, are they?" Shinji asked Kensei. The silver-haired man shrugged.

"I think it's better that way."

Listen to your heart- Roxette

They were panting hard, each one barely able to keep on their feet as they broke apart for the final time, the sparring match ending in a draw. "Nice job, Kisuke." Yoruichi commended with a grin. "You almost got me once or twice." The blonde haired man smiled wiping his hand across his jaw to get rid of some of the sweat.

"The same can be said for you, Yoruichi." His smile seemed somewhat off, Yoruichi thought, but she disregarded it.

"Let's get cleaned up." She made for the hot spring, but he caught her by the arm. "Yes, Kisuke?" He faltered.

"I just… um…" His face turned slightly red, and he released her. She paused. Was he trying to… no, he couldn't be. But what if he…

She took a chance, reaching up to peck him on the lips. "Me too." His grin was brighter than the sun as he swept her off her feet.

Wait a Little While- Kenny Loggins

The wind was crisp as Kisuke stepped out of the squad twelve barracks, making his way through the maze of buildings and deadend roads to the squad one barracks. A messenger had come not long ago to tell him that the head captain had a mission for him. Soon enough, a second pair of footsteps joined his, and Kisuke reached his arm out to wrap around Yoruichi's shoulders. "It's a lovely day, don't you think." She nodded.

"Yes. It is." They continued on in companionable silence. Kisuke would have poured his heart out to her right there, but something told him to just wait, and the right moment would hit him like a ton of bricks. Then Yoruichi shoved him into a wall.

Girlfriend- Avril Lavigne

She didn't like that Hanako woman who was always hanging around Kisuke, Yoruichi decided. She wasn't anywhere near good enough for the ditzy blonde man, and watching her try to seduce her friend made jealousy boil in her gut like a snake. But it wasn't really her place, she admonished herself. Kisuke could… date whomever he wanted to. He didn't need her sayso. But all the same…Yoruichi found herself wishing that she could tell the man everything she wanted to be for him, while knowing that she couldn't if she wanted to uphold her duty to the Soul Society. Maybe, once the novelty had worn off and he didn't have that woman practically throwing herself at him, she would tell him. Either way, Yoruichi decided as the woman's shrill voice pierced the air, Kisuke needed a new girlfriend.