I DO NOT OWN BLEACH OR ANY OF ITS CHARACTERS.
This story takes place during the time that Ichigo lost his Shinigami powers.
Here To Stay
Chapter One
Rukia sighed. It had been a very long day for her; she had to deal with the usual hollow slaying, which was made a hell of a lot harder now that Ichigo had lost his powers as a Soul Reaper during his fight with Aizen.
However, she had also recently been assigned to watch over Ichigo and his family until Ichigo regained his reiatsu.
Rukia figured that it was the Captain Commander's way of thanking Ichigo for all that he had done for the Soul Society. "But still... That doesn't change the fact that I am the one having to do the 'thanking' to the damn Strawberry!" Rukia thought aloud.
Just then, said 'Strawberry' entered the small, cozy area that was his room. He came in and flopped down onto his bed, releasing a long, exhausted sigh. "Tired, huh? So how is your 'normal life' going?" Rukia said.
If Ichigo hadn't already known Rukia was there, he might have had a heart attack and died right there. "DAMN IT, MIDGET! You scared the hell out of me!" Ichigo hollered.
Rukia's eyes flashed with anger at the remark Ichigo had made about her size, resulting in a very sore shin on Ichigo's part. "I thought I told you not to call me that!" Rukia yelled.
Just then, a certain black-haired man appeared in the room. "So when can I start expecting some grandchildren?" Said the man, known Isshin Kurosaki, Ichigo's father. However, Isshin found no answer other than two fists headed straight for his face.
Immediately, Isshin reappeared in front of his beloved picture of his late wife, Masaki, with fake tears streaming down his face, asking the portrait why his children were so abusive.
Suddenly, Rukia began laughing. She realized that no matter how much she tried to deny it, she had always felt a sense of belonging in the Kurosaki household. With Yuzu, Karin, Isshin...
And especially Ichigo. She felt like she and Ichigo had a special connection. That they belonged together, and nothing could tear them apart.
So. Not bad for my first chapter of my first story, eh? I should have the next chapter up in a few days. If not, it's because school is starting next week -_- Haha but I hope you enjoyed the story, and make sure you review! Thanks a lot, and hopefully I'll see you next chapter!(: