Disclaimer: I don't own Bleach! Only the plot, and if I chose to put an OC in. I more than likely won't.
There will be a proper AN at the end of the chapter, about where I'm taking this, etc. If you want to know what music I listened to when I wrote this chapter (I'm going to start this music for chapter thing..) here is a song:
-Undone by Carolina Liar
Sometimes I will have more than one song. I didn't really listen to music that much when I did this chapter. In future chapters, I'll pick songs that really suit the chapter.
IMPORTANT: I want to say thank you for the review and favourite Kalthurin, and also a thank you to Zangetsu50 for the story alert ! It means a lot guys, so this chapter is for you!
I thought about it, and there will be a bit of cursing in this. Not too much, but it just suits some characters (Renji... lol)
"Ichigo! I thought you got cold feet and decided not to come! When did you show up you fucker?"
From the tone of voice and long red hair dangling in my face, I can easily confirm its Renji. He still clearly has no shame, standing in front of my mattress in boxers and Spiderman slippers.
"I got here yesterday afternoon, you were sound asleep and drooling."
"Yeah, I wasn't feeling too great yesterday. Have you been around campus yet? I'll have to introduce you to the group I hang out with, there are plenty of great looking chicks to bring you out of your misery, stupid carrot top."
"Piss off, and I'm still in bed. Also, you could go get dressed. Although, I love the view of your glow-in-the-dark boxers. I'll go get a shower and meet you in an hour down in the common room for breakfast. Uryuu said they had a big buffet going on this morning."
"Whatever, go get pretty and meet me after."
With a grunt, I dragged my body out of bed, got a towel from one of the stacked boxes by the door, shoved on sweatpants and a t-shirt and hit the showers.
The bathroom was big, probably because the guys on this floor shared it. It wasn't anything special, but as long as it had hot water it would be fine for me. The room was vacant, probably because everyone was already down at the buffet. After turning the water on to make sure it was hot I got in, cleaned up, got out and dressed then met Renji back in the dorm. He was just like he was in high school, long red hair in a ponytail, wearing the same type of tight t-shirt and baggy jeans.
"Ready to go?" He asked, I noticed one change though. On his right arm, there was a bruise. A large one too, that was turning a painful shade of yellow. I figured I would let it pass until I talked to him later.
"Yeah, I am. Let's head out."
"It's on the first floor, also our building, number 4, always hosts big gatherings, like buffets, welcoming's, dances, etc. So, it can get busy here certain times of the year. Though, I told Ikkaku to save us spots at their table. The group is excited to meet you Ichigo, so try scratch that ugly scowl off your face. "
"I'll be presentable, don't worry Renji. Anyways, how are you and Tatsuki? Should I expect her downstairs too?"
When I said her name, I could see his eyes spread open. Almost in hatred or fear. Things must have gotten much worse with them.
"She will be there, so will Orihime, Uyruu, and Chad, you won't know anyone else though. Tatsuki and I are fine, same as always."
"Bullshit, Uryuu said you guys were worse."
"Well, Uryuu is just bad at keeping his mouth shut."
"What happened? You know you can tell me you asswhip."
"Tatsuki told me she only wanted TU because I did. When she said that, I blew up at her. I didn't call her anything, I just said it was wrong but she got physical. Punching, grabbing, kicking. I don't really know what to do with her anymore Ichigo."
"It's obviously gotten out of hand. Renji, that's domestic violence. Not meaning to sound like a pussy, but it's wrong. Tatsuki is your girlfriend, not your wrestling or boxing buddy, you two should be able to love each other and when fighting, resolve it. If not, end it with respect. That's you Renji, I know you believe in that. That's why you won't hurt her back. I think you need to either end it, or talk to her about all of it. Though, talking probably won't help much."
"I thought Uryuu was sappy, but thanks Ichigo. It's good to get that off my chest. I will try and talk to her eventually and see where that goes."
"A thanks would have been enough, but I think that's fine. Do what you want."
"Enough about me, I want to know if you finally met any girl while you took a year off."
"No Renji, damn I want to get off this elevator."
"What? Damn Ichigo, did you even try?"
"No Renji, it's not a priority right now."
"It should be, you need a girl. You look and act like shit all the time."
"Too bad you'll never hear my opinion on that cause we are here now."
"I'll try again later, loner boy, and the guy about to welcome us is our dorm advisor Jushiro Ukitake, don't screw up."
Surly there was a man behind a small table next to the door with Jushiro Ukitake printed on his golden nametag.
"Mornin' Jushiro, this is the new dorm mate I was telling you about, Ichigo."
"Hey, nice to meet you." Since Renji had already told him my name, I figured there was no need for the fancy name stuff and shaking of hands.
"Good morning Renji and Ichigo, Welcome to The University of Tokyo Ichigo! I'll be your dorm advisor this year and if there is anything you need I'll be glad to help! Jushiro Ukitake is my full name, but you can just call me Jushiro! Do you guys need a table, it is about a half an hour wait for one right now but maybe since you guys are from my building I can try and sneak you one of the tables out back."
He winked and laughed, I wasn't really sure what to do so I laughed along, finding the situation a bit awkward. Jushiro had long, thin white hair down to his mid back, ghost like skin, and a large, white smile. He looked to be in his 40's or even late 30's.
"Thanks Jushiro, but we are here with Uyruu and them." Renji said, pointing at the large table inside.
"Alright, well I'll let you in, enjoy your breakfast and eat lots! Men need that kind of food!"
"Thank you!" I called out, while trying to keep up with Renji. The dorm advisor seemed a bit odd, but friendly with good intentions all the same.
The common room in our building was huge, Renji told me this was the biggest building, with the most students living in it so I guess a big common room is a need since they entertain as well. The dinning room was the size of one at a restaurant, and off that there were more rooms.
Once we made it to the table, I looked around and noticed almost 10 people all sitting and chatting. Each of them looked so different from the each other, none of them alike.
"Alright guys! This is Ichigo, the one I told you all about."
"Renji did you tell everyone about me?" I sweat dropped. It was uncomfortable having all these people looking at me.
"I had to warn them you were coming!"
I ignored him and took a seat next to a short guy with white, spiky hair. He looked pretty grumpy, and even though he was short I could tell he was hot headed and not one to be messed with.
"I'm Toshiro Hitsugaya."
"Ichigo Kurosaki, nice to meet you."
We shook hands, and Toshiro seemed to break the tension, as everyone piped up and introduced themselves.
"I'm Rangiku Matsumoto! It's a pleasure to meet you!"
She looked like Orihime in a way, they had a lot of the same features. Her face and hair style looked different though.
The next guy to speak up looked anything but friendly.
"Ikkaku, you don't need to know my last name cause your not worth it."
"Ikkaku, Can't you lighten up? You're acting like you've got a pole up your ass. My name is Shuhei Hisagi. "
"Fine, it's Ikkaku Madarame. That doesn't mean I like you."
Ikkaku and Shuhei where both very different in looks, and it seems like they are different in personality as well. Ikkaku was completely bald, no hair at all. He was broad and tall. Shuhei had black hair, unlike Ikkaku's shiny style. He also had a tattoo of the number 69 on his cheek. Shuhei also wasn't as big as Ikkaku.
"You don't have to like me baldy. Oh, and thanks Shuhei, it's nice to meet you."
"You want to fight Kurosaki?"
"Who pissed in your Cheerios today?"
"No fights! Ichigo, Ikkaku really hates being called that. We used to tease him about it but if you call him that, expect a broken nose. Some of us had to learn the hard way."
"Your Momo, the one from the arts building, so you're also a student?"
"Yeah, it's just my job for some pocket cash!" Momo said while laughing, she seemed very carefree. The most carefree out of all of these guys.
"We all need pocket cash!" Orihime chimed in, laughing along with Momo.
"How have you been Orihime?"
"Excellent, all thanks to Uryuu!" She replied, blushing red but still beaming. Feeling a bit weird I just grinned.
She was always cheery all the time during high school, but I just figured that would tone down when she left. Some things never change I guess.
I caught Tatsuki's eye. She had her long, black hair pinned back and she was wearing a sundress. She looked just like she did when she left high school. She smiled at me, but I pretended not to notice. She took it too far when she hit Renji. She needs help, Renji just won't admit it.
"Names Gin Ichimaru, nice meetin' ya Ichi."
His voice broke my thoughts, Gin has short silver hair, and is taller than me. He has his arm around Rangiku, so I'm guessing by their attitude they are an item.
"Nice meeting you too."
"I' know you'll fit in just fine Ichigo! Rukia, you haven't said a thing yet!
I never noticed anyone besides the people that have already spoken up, but then when I looked in the direction of Rangiku's eyes there was another person. She looked a lot like the girl from the piano room last night, though I only really saw her backside, so it's hard to be sure.
"Rukia Kuchiki" She sat up, looked at me, and sat back down. She had deep, violet eyes with skin just as pale as Jushiro's. She wore a long sleeve shirt, with a graphic of the painting of the Great Wave off Kangagwa and a pair of slightly ripped up jeans.
I smiled, and she gave a small one back. She was by far the most different in the group; she wasn't near as easy to read.
"Now that everyone has met lets get food!"
After eating every breakfast food you could imagine, watching Momo and Toshiro flirt like an elderly couple, Rangiku and Gin make out a few times, we clued up. Even after being there for almost two hours, all I learned was Rukia's name and that she doesn't like beans. She only talked when people asked her to, I'm curious to know more about her. I also want to find out if she was the one in the Arts Building.
"Ichigo?"
"Huh?"
It was Uryuu, he was standing next to Orihime, hand in hand.
"You keep spacing out."
"Are you okay Ichigo?" Orihime added.
"Yeah, I'm fine. Where did Renji go?"
"Him and Tatsuki went to the garden around the sports complex on the east end of the campus."
"Alright, that's fine. Thanks Uryuu."
'Yeah, anyways don't forget about the assembly in an hour in the Main Building."
"I won't, see you around guys."
After walking around campus for a half an hour or so, I made my way to the Main Building. I saw everyone outside, leaning up against the brick wall, except for Rukia.
"Hey guys, where is Rukia?"
Mentally scolding myself for saying that right away. I should have at least taken a good look around before asking that.
"Rukia probably had to go do a couple things, she is always so busy. If I had to guess she is at the Arts Building." Shuhei answered.
Does that mean she spends a lot of time there? Maybe she was the piano playing girl.
"Is she coming?"
"She said she was, I'm sure Rukia will show if she said she would."
"Maybe we should go find her, she always seems to get caught up in so much trouble, it's hard not to worry about her." Momo added, concern at the mention of Rukia's name apparent on her face.
"I texted her, but there was no reply. Don't worry Momo, I'm sure Rukia will be okay." Toshiro rubbed Momo's head reassuringly.
"Maybe someone should go look for Rukia, I hate going in without knowing where she is." Shuhei said, in the same, nervous tone Momo had.
"I'll go." I don't know why I volunteered like that, maybe because I want to know her more, but I didn't care about the opening assembly anyways.
"Are you sure Ichigo, that's so nice of you!" Momo looked relived that someone had offered, probably not wanting to go herself.
"Yeah, I don't care much for stuff like this anyways. The dance is tonight anyways, so I can meet people there."
"Alright, can I add my number in your contacts so you can text me if something happens or you get lost?"
"Yeah, here you go." I handed my phone over to Momo and once her cell was in my contacts list I went off to find Rukia.
I went the student registration building, to find if she dorms here on campus, they told me her dorm is in building 6, the building with the private flats. Expensive as they are, I would have killed to get one. Well, now I know where she lives, her name and one of the foods she dislikes. It's a start, right?
She wasn't in her dorm, so I set out for the Arts Building, but it was closed and locked. Students don't have the key yet because classes haven't started, so no one can be in there. I knew there was a trail along the forest behind the Building, one of the few things I could read on my map. I don't know the names of any of the places on campus, besides the buildings I have already checked so I knew I should look here before I go get myself lost.
After walking all the way to the cliff side, about 3 km's away from the Arts Building, and now off campus. I noticed a girl, hanging off the boundary line, looking down at the water below the cliff.
Knowing what she was going to do I ran, to try and stop her. When I got closer, I came to a stop, not wanting to frighten her. When I took a look at her, I noticed the girl was none other than Rukia Kuchiki.
AN: Cliffhanger! Get it? Cliffhanger... lame joke. Almost 3,000 words? Well, that's good for me! Anyways, I'll try and post the next chapter tomorrow night. It takes me like almost four hours to write/edit/type/re-read... so I will try my best! Please review! I'd like to know if it's a bad story or not!
