Alright, so I think you guys have waited long enough, ne?

So ya know, I decided to change the POV's from third person, to first person... I thought it might be fun to do it.

Alright well, XD I hope you like it!

*~TRUTH*~

SEQUEL TO TRUST

Chapter 1

*Raeyah's POV*

I knew she was glaring daggers at me as we went through the Senkaimon tunnel, and I couldn't blame her.

In front the two captains led the way, their backs tense. With them were the shinigami from that apartment building, including the cute red head with tattoos... Rave and Cy followed close behind, watching the girl and her arrancar companion closely in case they decided to break free.

I let out a silent growl, putting a hand through my hair; even though things were going somewhat as planned, it was going to be a hassle.

And that Captain, the one with the cold expression, an aristocrat no doubt, had glanced at me in an I-don't-like-let-alone-trust-you look.

The other one, with spiky hair and a tough aura looked me over but didn't seem to care too much. His eyes lingered on Hara much longer, and I could guess that she must have been part of his squad at some point.

I could see light up ahead, meaning that we were almost through. From here on, things were going to be tense.

"Cy, Rave, don't let your guard down." I growled in English; I knew both captains in front of me only knew Japanese, so this meant I had quite an advantage. Behind me Hara stirred slightly, the handcuffs clinking together.

"Raeyah," she grumbled in English, "Just what in the hell are you planning?" Ah, so she had caught on.

"Don't worry," I replied quietly, slowing my step so she could hear me, "I won't let them try anything; you are in my custody after all." I laughed; "They may not care for foreign S.S's much, but they won't break rules…"

"That didn't answer my question," she replied in a pouty growl. I grinned; I was starting to like this girl.

I glanced back at her; her companion, Grimmjow was staring at me and then at her as he tried to understand what we were saying.

"Oi, I can't say too much here." I said with a shrug, "Just trust me and I'll tell ya everything later. Now stop askin' questions… that icy captain up there is going to get more suspicious." I turned around just as we entered the S.S.

Hara let out a growl of frustration and Cyan laughed, dragging her forwards teasingly.

I sweat dropped; my little brother was going to get it from Grimmjow if he didn't watch it, which was demonstrated when I heard the chains clink together and Cyan laugh more, but this time with nervousness.

Before I could reprimand my brother, I froze and put a hand on my zanpakuto, my eyes shifting around warily as I took in my surroundings.

"Ah, this is friendly," I said in Japanese, my grip tightening.

We were standing out front of a large gate, with what I'd guess to be the high ranking shinigami and their lieutenants surrounding us.

Cyan let out a whistle, before ruffling his hair. He wasn't at all shocked at our…greeting to say the least. Raven on the other hand was standing stiffly, his zanpakuto half drawn and his eyes narrowed.

We both sweat dropped when Cyan grinned lopsidedly and winked at a lieutenant wearing glasses and a stern expression.

"So you have come," said a voice from my left. The group of shinigami split and backed away as Yamamoto came forwards, his staff clicking on the stones as he walked.

I released the grip on my blade and stood tall, my eyes on the old General.

"Yes," I replied, sliding my hand into my pocket; around me the shinigami all moved, as if I were pulling out a bomb or something. I raised an eyebrow and held up the disk in the light, so all could see. The group relaxed and I grinned, before holding it out to Yamamoto.

A white haired, golden-eyed man took in from me and carefully placed it in his haori, before he nervously said, "Other than Erantine-sama, you must remove your zanpakuto and place them with me." he held out his hands.

I glanced back at my 'group', giving them a sharp glance each. Raven obediently withdrew his zanpakuto-sheath and all-and handed it to the lieutenant. Cyan growled but did the same, shoving his hands in his pockets afterwards.

I watched Hara remove her blade and hand it to the shinigami without a word, before she turned to stare at Grimmjow who had a slight snarl on his face. The air went even heavier with tension as the arrancar hesitated, his eyes full of anger.

Hara made a subtle gesture, and Grimmjow quickly drew his zanpakuto, causing everyone around them to flinch, including the golden-eyed lieutenant, before he handed it in, a slight smile on his face as he realized just how afraid they were of him.

"This way," growled Yamamoto before turning and walking away. I gestured at Cyan and Raven to follow, and they did quickly, dragging Hara and Grimmjow all the while.

***Hara's POV

My shoulder bumped against Grimmjow's arm as I walked beside him, my body tense and shaking slightly.

It had been years since I had set foot on Seritei soil, and as I looked around, it was nostalgic and unnerving…mostly due to the huge group around us.

Renji, Rukia, Yumichika and Ikkaku had disappeared along with Zaraki-taicho and Byakuya, leaving Grimm and I to fend for ourselves.

Unlike me, Grimmjow was just on edge, though I could tell he enjoyed the fear he evoked among the ranks as we walked by (he would glare at the weaker looking shinigami which made them step back further.)

I mentally shook my head at him, fighting the urge to smile. Instead, I turned my attention to those around me, spotting out a few familiar faces. Those who recognized me gaped in surprise, while others nodded their heads at me.

"Ah, there's a lot of cute girls!" whispered Raeyah's brother, Cyan, as he inclined his head towards me. I rolled my eyes at him, and he grinned.

"Is that all you think of, Cyan?" whispered Raven as he stared at his companion.

"Che, is that bad? Come on Raven, don't you think they're cute?"

"What are they saying?" hissed Grimmjow, leaning towards me.

"Nothing important," I replied, "This one here," I tilted my head towards Cyan, "Thinks he's a real Casanova..."

"What?"

I licked my lips, "Uh Casanova was-" The words died on my lips as the doors in front of us opened and we walked into the captains meeting room.

Great… I thought, peering around Raeyah. All the captains stood lined against the walls, their eyes on us.

"Holy…" growled Cyan, his hand going for his zanpakuto before he realized it wasn't there. Yamamoto walked to the chair at the head of the room and sat down, his hands resting on top of his staff. His lieutenant went to a far wall and put in the mysterious disk in a slot that suddenly appeared out of nowhere.

A buzzing sound filled the room, much like the sound of a badly tuned television. I put my hands to my ears as did Grimmjow as it got louder. My teeth and bones were vibrating from the noise, and around me I could see that captains fighting the urge to cover their ears too.

Suddenly in front of us, there was a flickering light, followed by faint popping and hissing sounds. Instinctively I moved just the slightest bit behind Grimmjow, feeling very vulnerable.

"Ah are we connected?" rang a distant voice in English from between pops.

"Not yet, hold on!" yelled another voice, before banging was heard.

I exchanged a glance with Grimmjow, just what the hell is going on?!

Raeyah let out a chuckle, as did Cyan as they stared at the middle of the floor.

"Ah, boss I think I…" POP! The hissing and vibrating stopped as a bright light in the shape of a rectangle appeared hovering above the floor.

"What-?" I began, but stopped as the light flickered and became a see through image.

A man with long flax colored hair slicked back into a loose ponytail stared down at us through the image, his lavender eyes friendly. He looked young, probably in his thirties or so. Behind him was a wild looking woman with dark skin and a few piercings; in her hand was a wrench which was strangely bent and smoking.

"Ah, General Commander Yamamoto, it's been a while," said the man pleasantly in smooth Japanese, flashing a toothy grin.

"Valcon-sama," replied Yamamoto, nodding his head politely, though his voice was filled with dislike.

"N-no way!" I whispered to Grimmjow, "This is the General Commander?" He glanced at me but didn't answer.

Valcon's eyes moved around the room, before he spotted Raeyah.

"Ah, I see you three made it. No problems, right?"

Raeyah stepped forwards, "Well…" she said, "One of the-" before she could continue, Yamamoto silenced her and stared up at the hologram of Valcon.

"What is happening at the moment has nothing to do with your people. I have allowed your three officers to visit, but I request you remove them immediately and refrain from interfering with our affairs."

Cyan started forwards from beside me, his teeth bared slightly; Raven stepped forwards as well, his eyes flashing. Raeyah's back was tense, and around me I could feel the captains shifting or tensing as well.

Valcon seemed unfazed as he smiled, "Ah, so you are still holding a grudge against me?" His voice was calm and relaxed, as if this was no big deal. A sound in the background on his side made the woman behind him flinch before she ran off; Valcon stared after her with concern, before turning to stare at Commander General.

Yamamoto didn't answer.

Valcon let out a sigh, "This is no time for old grievances… I'm going to just cut to the chase now." The hologram shook violently, and Valcon glanced around his side, "As you can see, things are not going well here. Your Aizen is sending more and more arrancar daily… We can hold out, but if these forces are enough to challenge and destroy the other Seriteis, you might not be spared without heavy losses. What I would s-"

"Boss!" cried a voice as the woman with piercing reappeared, blood splattered across her face and clothing, "The second wave is coming, we must-!"

Valcon put up his hand and turned to Yamamoto, "What I would suggest is an alliance. You say for us not to interfere with you… but how can we not when our own very existence is threatened due to one of your own?" The hologram flickered and the image dimmed; Valcon grimaced, "We haven't much time. My people are retreating to a strong hold a distance away from here. When we are situated, I will arrange for another meeting between us…hopefully by tomorrow morning. Please consider an alliance; I would rather not-" The hologram went hazy and then disappeared as the connection was lost.

"Commander Valcon!" cried Cyan, running forwards. Raeyah put out her arm and blocked him; she let out a sigh, before grinning at him.

"Don't worry," she said, "Our people are strong. They will not fall so easily." Cyan relaxed and Raeyah put a hand on his head, her gaze turning to Yamamoto, "Now then," she said, "What is it you would do with the lot of us?"

Yamamoto stared at us from his lofty chair, his eyes closed in a stern thoughtful manner. The captains all stared at us, waiting for an answer.

"Until I am in communication with Commander Valcon, I will not take any drastic measures…yet" He turned to Grimmjow and I; Raeyah, Cyan and Raven moved to our sides so he could look clearly at us. "Now, as for the two of you…"

Grimmjow scowled and I gulped, the two of us standing in the center of the room.

"The two of you will be interrogated for information about Aizen and Las Noches." Declared Yamamoto, "But because there is no proof of your allegiance to us, you will be detained in the squad 12 quarters until further notice."

I opened my mouth, but I was interrupted.

"Commander-" began Raeyah, but he stomped his staff to silence her.

"These two may be in your custody, Erantine Raeyah, but you are not General Commander. They are to be detained and fully interrogated before I let them go free." Yamamoto got to his feet, "Be forewarned, they are still under your custody, and therefore your responsibility. You will be held accountable for their actions."

Raeyah nodded her head, "I understand."

I let out a hiss of anger, my body tingling. Oh, so we get no say?! I glanced at Grimm who had a similar expression.

"From here on," continued Yamamoto, "Kurotsuchi-taicho will take these two. You three on the other hand, are welcome as guests." His voice was anything but friendly, "Now, you are all dismissed!"

Most of the captains trailed out, except for Kurotsuchi, Shunsui, and Ukitake.

I went up to Raeyah, "Trust you, you said!" I hissed.

"What the hell kind of mess are you getting us into, eh woman?" snarled Grimmjow, standing over her.

"Sorry," she replied, smiling nervously, "It can't be helped at the moment…"

"Can't be-!" he began, but stopped when Kurotsuchi walked up. I shuddered as I stared at the oddly dressed scientist.

"Ah, I have always wanted to study an arrancar. What a fine specimen you will make…" In his hands were the chains that were connected to our handcuffs. "Come," he commanded as if we were dogs, before turning on his heel.

I gritted my teeth and thought about it, glancing at Grimmjow who looked ready to punch the guy.

Raeyah coughed quietly, and I glanced at her. She shook her head no, ever so slightly. I nodded and turned to Grimm, shaking my head. He let out a sigh of frustration, and took a step forwards. Glaring at Raeyah for putting us in such a predicament, I turned and followed Kurotsuchi, walking close besides Grimm.

"Don't worry, you can get him later if he does anything," I growled quietly. Grimmjow nodded; an angry grimace on his face. "Damn," I added, "It seems were out of the fire and into the frying pan."