Okay so after I took a break to think of a good layout for this story, I will now start the sequel to my first Bleach story called, "Wanting to Protect". Now the summary for it is simple really, I've decided to set this story three years after my previous one. (which would make Orihime 18) Anyway the story will start off with Komamura going off to the world of living to surprise Orihime. However, Solfon sees him leave and wonders why or for the most part how could he still want to be around "that girl". (which is of course referring to Orihime)

And so some interesting things will happen along the way including Ichigo meeting someone new who just moved into town about a week ago. Now there will be twist and turns abound! (some will be good, some will be...bad, and others will be well, surprising) So the main pairing in this story (since a few people asked) will be Sajin x Orihime. (with Ichigo being paired up with the new girl) And I suppose that, that's it and I hope that you will enjoy this story.

I don't own anything.

Returning The Favor

It was calm and quiet night in Soul Society as Captain of Squad 7, Sajin Komamura stood in front of the Senkaimon wondering if he should really go through with leaving to go see Orihime. As the wolf captain continued to stand in front of gate though an image of him and Orihime sitting under a plum blossom tree flashed through his mind as thought, "It seems like that all took place yesterday. And yet...it's been a whole year since then."

Another image soon flashed through the furry captain's mind as he remembered Orihime looked up at him with a soft and warm smile on her face. And as the image faded away he went on with, "I wonder if she still has that kind and caring smile that I've missed seeing."

He then nodded knowing that this was the right decision as he then started to walk through the gate with a Hell Butterfly right next to him. As he was leaving however, a lone figure peaked out of the shadows revealing to be Captain of Squad 2 and Leader of the Punishment Force, Soifon as she quietly asked herself, "Captain Komamura, where do you think you're going? Are you going to see "that girl"?"

She gritted her teeth irritated that a Ryoka would say that she was in love with a Soul Reaper. And not just any Soul Reaper, but a Captain. She scoffed remembering what the girl looked like as she then began to follow Komamura wanting to see if perhaps the anthro wolf captain was starting to feel the same way about Orihime as young girl had felt about him. She then ran through the gate as a another Hell Butterfly started to fly behind her.

Meanwhile in Karakura Town inside Orihime's house, the newly graduated high school student sat in front of her dresser where the picture of her departed older brother Sora sat. She let out a sigh as she thought, "I can't believe it's been a whole year since I last saw Captain Komamura. I-I haven't even been able to sleep that well lately either." Her mind then thought back to when Komamura had made that promise to her.

Flashback

It was Orihime's last day in the Soul Society as she and Captain Komamura sat under a plum blossom tree that was in bloom as the young girl looked down towards the ground. She then felt a large hand place itself on her shoulder making her look up at the furry captain as he asked, "Orihime, is something troubling you?"

She looked back at the ground as she replied, "Well Captain Komamura, I was wondering if you could do me a favor."

"What kind of favor would that be?" Komamura answered back, as he continued to look at her.

She then sighed as she asked, "I'm not sure if you would be able to do this since I'm pretty sure that you're busy as a Captain and everything. But if you ever get some free time could you please try and find my brother for me?"

The Wolf Captain's eyes widen as he responded in surprise, "Your brother?"

"Yes, my brother passed on here after he had pushed Ichigo's sword through his body...since a Hollow had taken over his body." Orihime stated, as she felt tears start to build up inside her.

"Orihime, if you really want me to find your brother for you. Then I will try." he said.

This caused Orihime's eyes now to widen as she looked back up at him as she replied, "Y-You'll really try and find my brother for me?" Komamura nodded which caused Orihime to smile as she ended with, "Thank you, Captain Komamura."

End of Flashback

Orihime then looked towards her window as she asked herself, "I wonder if he was able to find, Sora?"

She snapped out of her thoughts however, when she heard someone knocking on her front door.

She stood up as she said, "Coming."

"Hello?" She greeted the person with. But when she opened the door her eyes widen when she saw a rather large figure standing outside her door as she asked, "Captain Komamura, is that you?"

The figure nodded as he said, "Yes it's me. And it's good to see you again, Orihime."

The young adult was so happy to see the wolf captain again that she hugged him right away as she said, "Captain Komamura, it's so nice to see you again." She then blushed as she added, "I-I missed you."

Komamura's expression softened as he bent down and returned the hug as he replied, "I...missed you too, Orihime."

Orihime then broke the hug as she moved to the side and said, "Please come inside."

The 7th division captain was not sure if his height and frame could fit through her door. But he knew that he had to at least try as he sighed and lowered his head as he surprisingly made it inside. He knew however, that if he stood up that his head would most likely hit the ceiling as he then walked a few steps until he was behind Orihime's small table and sat down as he looked around and thought, "I can't believe that she's had to live her all by herself for so long."

His ears twitched when he heard footsteps and when he turned his head to the left he saw the orange haired woman walk back into the main room with two cups and a kettle of tea as she then sat down and placed the cup in front of the large captain. And as she started to pour the tea he said, "Thank you."

She looked up at him and smiled at him which caused a small smile to appear on his muzzle as he then carefully lifted the small cup to his lips and took a sip of tea drinking all of it in one gulp. He then set the cup back down on the table as he said, "Orihime, I have something that I need to tell you."

This caught the young woman's attention as she opened her eyes and set the cup down as she asked, "Yes Captain Komamura, what is it?"

She then noticed that he was staring deep into her eyes as he answered, "I think I might have found your brother."

Her eyes widen as she let out, "What? Y-You found Sora?"

To Be Continued

So there was the first chapter. I hope it didn't seem too rushed. Also I would like to say thank you to everyone who reviewed my previous Bleach story. And it was nice of you guys to let me know that Komamura is in fact a wolf. (I'm not sure why I thought he was a fox really) Anyway please leave a review and the next chapter will be up soon.