You Set My Soul Alive

Disclaimer: I don't own Bleach

Chapter one


"Woman, are you afraid of me?" Ulquiorra said as he reached towards the scarlet haired girl.

"No, I'm not." She said reaching back towards him.

"I love you, Orihime." Ulquiorra whispered as everything turned to pieces around him and soon, there was nothing left but her face.

Please, don't cry. He thought as water filled her eyes.


Blackness, complete and utter nothingness was all there was.

Where am I? How is it that I'm still alive?

As he lay on the floor looking about a sudden flash came, instantly all around him were his memories. A loud voice accompanied it, calling to him.

As he shielded his eyes from the shock of the light, the voice questioned:

"Ulquiorra Shciffer, do you love Orihime Inoue?"

"I do indeed." Ulquiorra said recalling her face. I don't deserve such perfection, however.

"Will you care for her and protect her, even if she does not return the love you have for her?"

"I would have stayed by her side forever, if only fate would have allowed it."

"What if fate were to give you a second chance?"

"I dislike being teased. I know it is impossible. I am dead."

"Oh, I am far from teasing you, my dear boy. You are not dead. You're just not what you used to be."

"Then what am I?"

"You are a guardian now. Orihime Inoue's soul guardian."

"Soul Guardian? Whatever might that be?"

"You are to protect her from anything that will pose a threat to her. That includes yourself as well."

"From myself? "

I could never hurt the her…

"You will become addicted to her soul, and will come to crave it. If you aren't careful, you could end up devouring it."

"If I were to ever think to hurt her I would cease my existence."

"That isn't possible. You are unable to die."

"I'm immortal..?"

"Indeed you are. Now, would you like to form the contract and become Orihime Inoue's Soul Guardian?

"Yes, I do."


What? Where am I? Ulquiorra groaned and opened his eyes.

Why does my head hurt so badly? He thought as he rubbed his head.

He looked around the small bedroom. He had been laying on the floor, he realized. He lay there for a few more moments before sighing and getting up. He looked around trying to figure out where he was.

Walking from the bedroom he found the living room. A girl lay there asleep on the couch.

Who is that girl? He furrowed his brow and tilted his head to the side.

She's very lovely, I will admit that much. He shook his head. What am I thinking? I shouldn't be having thoughts like that.

"Ulquiorra, you're silly." Orihime mumbled in her sleep.

Ulquiorra? Wait.. That's my name, isn't it? He thought as he got closer to her to see what more she would say.

Even if it's entirely ridiculous that I can't seem to remember anything, I feel as though this girl is someone important to me.

Orihime began to stir. In a fraction of a second Ulquiorra was on the other side of the room.

How did I just do that? He questioned looking down at his hands and feet.

"Oh, Ulquiorra, you're awake." Orihime said with a wary smile.

"I assume you're speaking to me, in which case I am, but may inquire as to whom you might be, and where it is that I am?"

"What are you talking about Ulquiorra? Can't you remember?"

"I can't seem to remember anything at the moment. You seem to know me though, how did I get here?

"Well, Ulquiorra, I'm not sure. The last time I saw you, you….you were dying.." Orihime looked down as she spoke. She could feel the water filling her eyes daring to spill over at any moment.

"Oh, Ulquiorra, I'm just so happy you're alive!" Her emotions got the better of her, tears fell from her eyes.

"What are you crying for woman?" As the tears fell from her lovely silver eyes he couldn't help, but have the urge to comfort her.

Why do I keep feeling these idiotic urges? I don't even know this woman.

"I, I don't know.. I just can't seem to hold them back" She giggled at herself.

"Back to my question, if you wouldn't mind."

"Oh! No, not at all. Sorry, I kinda forgot about it. What were you asking again?"

"Who are you, and where am I?"

"You don't remember?" Orihime said with a sad look on her face.

"Should I know these things?" Ulquiorra asked with a puzzled look.

"Well, I would think so. You took care of me for a really long time in Hueco Mundo. You've been here before too."

"I apologize, but I can't seem to recall quite a lot of things. I didn't know my name till I heard you say it."

"Whoa, I wonder what happened to you!"

"I would like to know that as well."

"Oh, your question, I almost forgot again! I'm Orihime."

"I see, hello then, Orihime."

"Uh, hello." She smiled shyly.

He doesn't remember me. I wonder if that's what happens when you die? I know he died, I saw Ichigo kill him right in front of me. How's he alive? Ugh, this is all so confusing. Orihime sighed. Speaking of Ichigo, I wonder what he would think if he found out? I should wait to tell him, that way I can figure out the best way to tell him. Ugh, he's going to be so upset.

Orihime's face scrunched up as if she had just smelled something terrible.

"Is something wrong, woman?"

She smiled. 'Woman' he's still the same, even if he can't remember anything.

"Oh no, don't mind me. I'm just off in my own little world." She laughed nervously.

I wonder if he'll ever remember..

"Well, uhm, Ulquiorra, do you want to…stay here with me?"

"I don't know where 'here' is, and since you seem to be the only person I know, it would be the obvious thing to do, since you've offered."

"That settles it then, you're staying here." Orihime beamed with excitement.


Woooot! First chapter. Sorry it's so short. I was just so excited! I wanted to post it as soon as possible. haha. Please-do re-view. XD