A/N
Hi all, this is my very first story. I have been in FF for several years but haven't got the courage to post my own story. But this amazing story plot came to me one night and I just couldn't let it go. So here it is, the first chapter of This Time. Critics and comments are welcomed, would appreciate if I can get some R&Rs too!
P/S Storyline follows Canon till end of Fullbring arc, from there on is a different story. (Therefore, no Thousand Year Blood War occurs) And Ichigo is stronger than Canon as he had 2 years to train after he defeated Fullbringers.
Kurosaki Ichigo, he is the epitome of power, strength and absolute. He and he alone defeated the traitor when the entire Soul Society could not. He showed determination and perseverance even throughout fighting the Fullbringers, before Soul Society decided to have mercy on him and gave him back his powers.
Soul Society, despite being the place that housed countless souls, is a place of tradition. They believed in exterminating those who will bring harm to them in order to maintain peace. Thus, when Ichigo presents himself to be too powerful, the Soul Society took action.
-Present-
Ichigo groans slightly and pried open one of his eyes. One amber-colored eye met the white of the sands. Forcing himself to sit up and taking in his surroundings, he realized he is currently in Hueco Mundo. Memories flocked back to him like nobody's business.
-Flashback 10 hours ago-
Ichigo sat on his bed, nodding his head to the music that is currently playing through his headphone. He had just finished his revision for his exam tomorrow. It's the final paper before graduation. A sudden jerk on his shoulder and a push at his chest brought him back to reality. He found himself in his Shinigami form facing 4 captains – Soi Fon of Squad 2, new captain Amagai Shusuke of Squad 3, new captain Tomoyama Raiko of Squad 5 and Kurotsuchi Mayuri of Squad 12.
"What the hell! What's wrong with you guys and why are you here?!" Ichigo asked, bewildered.
"Kurosaki Ichigo, you are under arrest. Surrender yourself or we will make you!" Soi Fon spat out while preparing her Zanpaktou.
"Whoa! Whoa! Hold on! Arrested? Me? That's crazy!" he exclaimed.
"For committing treachery with the enemies of Soul Society; there are witnesses who can testify against you." This time it was Amagai who explained, smoothly but you can't miss the disgust in his tone.
'I've committed treachery? The only one whom I've come into contact with is Shiro.' Ichigo thought to himself. Through these years, Ichigo had come to terms with his inner hollow, which he'd named Shiro. They managed to live in harmony, sans the occasional bickering, and Shiro even became his advisor when it came to training. To say Ichigo was furious was not enough, he was burning mad. For all the sacrifices and deeds he had done for Soul Society, this was how they chose to repay him. He had listened to them time and again, adhering to their rules and fulfilling their selfish wishes, this time he shall not comply. This time he will fight back. This time he is going to reclaim his right to live without the reign of Soul Society.
And fought he did. He fought with all his might, but one against four captains in Bankai mode was apparently too much for him to handle. So he called forth Shiro. The captains were shocked when they saw his mask. Soi Fon was even more determined to capture him. Kurotsuchi, well, was mumbling to himself about 'experiments' and 'interesting species'. Shiro is strong; he managed to fend off all four of them. But he got jabbed in the nick of the moment by Kurotsuchi; by no doubt some chemicals which will put him and his King in danger. He sonidoed himself away from the four of them, two dead, two others were panting heavily. Feeling his reiatsu being drained, most likely from the jab, Shiro quickly swing Zangetsu at the sky and stepped into the Garganta.
-End Flashback-
"Shiro, we need to find a place to rest and heal." Ichigo spoke out to Shiro, even though he resides within his mind.
'I agree King, and what better place than Las Noches?' Shiro smirked.
"That. And I need a plan." Ichigo is determined. This time he shall let Soul Society have a taste of his own power.
