The Hybrid Protector

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This story takes place after the events of Masaki Kurosaki's death. Isshin who's wracked with guilt over her and slight disdain for his son decides to give him to Yoruichi and Kisuke. How will Ichigo change with them as his acting parents. How will the canon-verse change.

A/N: In some parts Ichigo will smile or laugh. I want to let you all know ahead of time that these actions are forced he won't truly smile for a couple of chapters however laughing is a different story Tatsuki just has that effect on him.

Chapter One

As rain falls to the earth we see a young boy kneeling over his mother shaking her well crying. "Mom wake up this isn't funny, Please wake up. I promise not to run towards the water again just please wake up. He shakes her a few more times before falling unconscious.

A few hours pass before the boy wakes up in a room he doesn't recognize. As he gets off the mat and looks around he notices a door on the other side of the room. He walks over and opens it, looking both ways before hearing a set of voices two he doesn't recognize and one that can only belong to his father. The boy runs down the

Hall bursting through the door and jumping into his father's arms. "Daddy I'm sorry I didn't mean to kill mommy, there was this girl about ready to jump into the river. When I went to go help her mom ran after me I don't know what happened next but I woke up and mom was on top of me covered in blood. She wouldn't move no matter how many times I shook her, I'm so sorry." The boy buried his face in his father's shirt as he started to cry uncontrollably. He only started to calm as his father put a hand atop his head. "It's alright Ichigo it wasn't your fault any number of things could've happened during the time you blacked out. So don't blame yourself just know she loved you very much. It's a parent's job to protect their child no matter what happens." The boy calmed down and looked up at his father. The man smiled down at his son before muttering a few words and tapping him on the forehead.

As Ichigo fell asleep the man looked at the two people across from him. "I'm sorry to do this to you but can I leave him in your care. Even though it's not his fault I want to blame him. I keep thinking maybe if he couldn't see spirits than Masaki would still be alive. I know that makes me sound like a bad parent. I just can't help it, I can't raise a son who unintentionally killed my wife. I would just make his life worse. So please take care of him, I sign all my rights over to you just make sure my boy doesn't grow up alone."

The two looked at each other sharing a few glances before looking back at the man.

" Well Isshin if you believe it will be the best thing for Ichigo then we'll take care of him for you. Don't expect us to keep anything from him. Ichigo needs to know of his heritage even if it's just yours for now. It will give him something to focus on so he doesn't drown in his despair over his mother's death." Isshin nods " I understand Kisuke like I said you have full custody of him so do what you think is right."

The other occupant of the room decided to speak up. "If that's the case then since this is basically an adoption he will now be known as Ichigo Shihoin Kurosaki. We will find out later if he wants to take your old last name as well Isshin Shiba." she gives a cat like grin as Isshin lowered his head. "I figured this would happen Yoruichi, in truth I wouldn't mind if at some point he takes my last name but it's up to him. So when are you going to tell him." Kisuke gives isshin a friendly smile. "As soon as he gets over the worst of his mother's death. After that he will learn practical knowledge of the Soul Society as well as the five noble clans and the thirteen court guard squads then we will condition his body before making him into a soul reaper."

Isshin again nods "One more thing make sure he doesn't try to avoid and abandon his friend her name is Tatsuki Arisawa if anyone can help him through this it's her. I think she might be the one, whenever they play together I can see their spiritual pressure resonating with each other." Yoruichi nods at Isshin "I see we will keep an eye on this Tatsuki girl and make sure he continues to play and hang out with her" They all stand up and Isshin hands Ichigo over to Yoruichi before saying his good-byes and leaving the shop.

Yoruichi and Kisuke look down at the sleeping orange haired boy, then back at each other. She smiles "I'll be sleeping with him just in case of any nightmares, You should get to sleep as well. Tomorrow we will tell him about everything that happened tonight regarding him. I will also go find Tatsuki with him tomorrow while you start gathering the materials for when we start his lessons." Kisuke nods before they head in different Yoruichi reaches her room she slides the door open shuffling in and closing it with her foot. She pulls her blankets back before laying on her side and laying Ichigo right in front of her. As she pulls the covers over them she hears Ichigo start to whimper in his sleep. "I'm sorry Mommy I didn't mean to, please come back to me." As he starts to get more and more restless Yoruichi wraps her arms tight around him. As Ichigo continues to squirm in his sleep he feels a pair of arms wrap around his body. As time passes his nightmare begins to fade. Yoruichi notices his body begin to relax but doesn't let go of him. She soon falls asleep with her now adopted son in her arms.

The next morning

Ichigo wakes to a pair of arms wrapped around him as his eyes focus on the person he realizes it was the lady from last night. Being slightly scared he tries to unwrap the arms around him but accidentally wakes the woman up. "Up already Ichigo" he looks back at her. "Who are you, where's my daddy?" Yoruichi removes her arms from around him and sits up. " My name is Yoruichi Shihoin I'm a friend of your father's and to where your father is he's at home right now." Ichigo looks slightly confused before asking his next question. "Why am I here and not home with my dad?" "I think I can answer that." At that moment a man with a green trench coat and green striped hat walks into the room. "Who are you?"

Kisuke sits on the floor across from Ichigo. " My name is Kisuke Urahara and to why you are here. Your father wants us to look after you." Ichigo lowers his head. "I see Dad abandoned me for killing mom." Before he could start crying Yoruichi brings him into a tight hug. " That's not true at all your father loves you and would never blame you he just feels that if he looks after you. He might not raise you right, that's why he asked us to look after you." Ichigo looks up at her and tilts his head. " I think I understand dad just wants what's best for me." Yoruichi Pat's him on the head. "Exactly now go wash up the bathrooms right across from this room knock before you enter."

Ichigo gets up from where he was sitting and runs out the door and into the bathroom. Yoruichi looks at Kisuke. "He took that rather well I wasn't expecting him to accept it so quick." Kisuke rubs his chin "Well traumatic experiences can cause a child to mature far beyond their years." As they finish talking Ichigo runs back in the room and grabs Yoruichi by the hand. "Come on Yoru you have to show me around." Yoruichi who is slightly surprised by the nickname giggles and gets up. "Alright Ichigo I'll show you around then we'll get you some breakfast." Ichigo gives a little jump in happiness before trying to drag her out of the room. After a half hour of exploring the surprisingly large shop Ichigo, Yoruichi and Kisuke are all sitting down at the table. Their enjoying a western style breakfast of eggs, bacon and pancakes. After a short time a tall burly man walks into the dining room. "Well Ichigo how do you like breakfast?"

Ichigo looks up at the man. "It's really good thank you Tessai." Ichigo returns to eating. Ten minutes later they're all finished and Ichigo looks at Yoruichi. "Is there anything we are doing today. She looks down at him and smiles. "Well first we are going to see your dad and sisters so we can get all your stuff then we should go see your little friend Tatsuki." At hearing her name Ichigo visibly frowns. "I don't want to see her." Yoruichi puts her hand on his head. "I know you're hurting but having a friend around can make it easier on you and how do you think she would feel if you just avoided her." Ichigo looks down. "She would be upset, Ok if you think it will help me, I'll talk with Tatsuki about it." Yoruichi gives his head a quick rub before getting up and walking towards the door putting her shoes on and then helping Ichigo with his.

When they leave the shop Yoruichi extends her hand for Ichigo to grab. He tilts his head to the side before nodding and giving her his hand. As they walk towards the Kurosaki clinic young Ichigo is deep in thought. 'I wonder how Yuzu and Karin will take knowing I'm not going to be living at the house anymore. I hope I can still visit them whenever I want.' As Ichigo continues to ponder these things Yoruichi notices how deep in thought he is and decided to see what is troubling him. " Are you alright Ichigo you seem lost in thought." Ichigo looks up at her and gives a forced smile. "I'm alright Yoru nothing's wrong."

Yoruichi gives him a stern look. "Ichigo if there is something bothering you tell me it will only cause pain for you and the ones around you if your not open about your problems. I'll ask again are you alright?" Ichigo sighs in defeat. "I'm just wondering how Yuzu and Karin will take me not living there anymore and will I still be able to see them after we get all of my stuff."

Yoruichi stops walking and kneels down in front of Ichigo. " You will be able to see them whenever you want and it will be hard at first but I believe they will understand, they are your younger siblings after all."

Ichigo looks into her eyes. "Ok as long as I can see my sister's that's all that matters." Yoruichi satisfied with Ichigo's answer gets back to her feet and they continue to walk.

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Fifteen minutes pass before Ichigo and Yoruichi reach the Kurosaki household. Ichigo who wants to see his sister's runs up to the door and goes to grab the handle before Yoruichi stops him. "I know this is your family's house but you live with me and Kisuke you have to knock." Ichigo nods and knocks on the door. A few minutes later Isshin opens the door and sees Yoruichi and Ichigo. " Good morning I'm guessing you're here for his stuff." Yoruichi just nods. "We'll come on in, girls Ichigo is here." At hearing their brother's name they both come rushing down the stairs cutting the corner and running into Ichigo's open arms. The three start to cry. " Ichigo why didn't you come back with Dad last night?" Ichigo looks to his black haired sister. " I'm sorry Karin but I couldn't come home, also I'm not coming back home. I'm here to grab my stuff then I'm going to be living with Ms. Yoruichi and Mr. Kisuke." The other girl in his arms shakes her head. " Why can't you stay here with us?" Ichigo rubs her head. "I'm sorry Yuzu I can't tell you right now maybe when you're older but just know that I love you both and will visit whenever I

can." As the kids continue to hug one another Isshin directs Yoruichi up stairs and into Ichigo's old room she's surprised to only see two medium sized boxes. "Is that all he has?" Isshin nods "He was never one to decorate his room. Both boxes are cloths.

Yoruichi just nods and grabs the boxes. They descend the stairs only to see the kids still hugging each other. Yoruichi gives a faint smile. "Are you ready to go Ichigo we are going to bring your stuff back to the house, then you will take a bath and change before we go find Tatsuki." Ichigo gives his sister's one big hug and kisses them on their foreheads. He gets up and walks over to her. "Okay Yoru I'm ready to go. Goodbye Yuzu, Karin, Dad. I'll see you again I love you." The twin's Say I love you back well Isshin pat's Ichigo on the head. They leave the house and head back towards the shop only stopping when Ichigo wanted to look at the water. When they reach home Yoruichi put his cloths in a drawer in her room. She than runs a bath for him. She sits outside the bathroom until Ichigo calls her. Yoruichi helps him dry off before getting a pair of clothes and getting dressed. They decide to get some lunch before going to find Tatsuki. During lunch Ichigo looks at Yoruichi. "Where will I sleep from now on?" Yoruichi thinks for a moment. " I'm sure we can make room for you to have your own room." Ichigo looks away before looking back at her with tears in his eyes. "Can I sleep with you I don't want to be alone Especially when I have a nightmare." Yoruichi pulls him into a hug. "Of course you can Ichigo I won't force you to sleep in another room if you don't want to. Also when you have nightmares tell me about them I'll listen to you no matter what."

Ichigo nods his head and then turns back to his food. Five minutes pass before Ichigo finishes his lunch. Yoruichi makes him clean himself off before they head for the door ready to look for Tatsuki.

End