So…I'm sitting here writing this to pass the time while I wait for the rolls to rise. I thought I'd make some cinnamon rolls for one of my friends and her new training class. She really is da bomb. I love her to pieces.

Anyway…this chapter is going to be a bit different. It deals with additional characters that will be coming into the story and the way their life is now. By the end of this chapter, one of them will be in my storyline. It all gets very complicated but you'll see very soon.

Disclaimer! I disclaim any ownership of Bleach! I just own the rest...well mostly. =)


Another World

"He did what?!"

Jaxxine cringed inwardly as the should of the war chief echoed through his audience chamber. She cast a curious look to the tall human, dwarfed among the larger orcs and trolls. The human stood before Thrall, she stood tall, not showing any fear. She looked sad to Jaxxine, the same sadness she showed to the orc.

"I know it's hard to believe, Thrall. I don't know what's gotten into him," she said. "But reports have come in that, while the purge was going on, he pursued a demon through the hordes of undead that began to rise up in Stratholme. The city still burns as we speak."

The war chief looked in the woman's direction though not really seeing her. He was thinking. He knew that the high elves of Quel'thalas were also having a time trying to find out what was causing the undead to begin showing up in their own forests. Reports had been coming in regarding contaminated grains the dragons confirmed that something sinister was stirring in the paths of time they watched over.

Jaxxine half listened to the conversation. She chanced a glance at her friend Seianeve, who stood there with a face as stoic as her own. Her husband, Teuvas, stooped beside her, stretching once in a while. Jaxxine smiled as she watched the very tall troll; he look ready to yawn. Male trolls were so much taller than their female counterparts. She still marveled at the man who was able to capture her friend's wild heart. He was a master of the elements, like his wife but he preferred not to actually hit anything with his fists. He preferred to let his magic do his fighting. The man was a formidable opponent in battle, highly skilled in tactics. He was a mage. Seianeve was a shaman. Her talents rested more in the spirits than the elements. Either way, both trolls were scary to fight against.

Jaxxine sighed as quietly as she could to herself. She missed her sister. She hadn't seen her since before she was taken to another world. She didn't know what she was up to, what she was doing. Sachiel had been taken from this world several years ago, when she was told that she wasn't an elf. She wasn't even from their planet. They found out that Sachiel was an angel from a different world, a heavenly guardian placed here for her penance, born into this world as Jaxxine's older sister.

She looked at the floor, smiling sadly as she let memories drift through her mind.

"Keep spacin' out like dat and you be missin some important information, Jaxxine." She turned, the deep voice of Teuvas speaking to her. She saw him grinning at her. Jaxxine shivered despite herself. Teuvas' tusks were very large and when he grinned, she could see his jagged teeth as well. Seianeve, holding onto his shoulder for support, her belly already starting to swell with the baby.

As a warlock, she should not have been afraid of him; demons and the like being her specialty. Thought, as a high elf, she generally regarded most beings as beneath her notice but Teuvas was much more than just another being. He was more powerful than she, he was above her. Seianeve giggled. "Oy, Teuvas. You should not be scarin the softie like that."

Teuvas stretched, gaining his full height of seven foot. Jaxxine had to crane her neck to keep eye contact with him. He slouched back down, now barely taller than his wife now and she was tall herself at almost six feet. Jaxxine's slight five foot frame didn't even reach their shoulders. Sachiel was even tall for a high elf; seven inches taller than most who were around Jaxxine's height.

Turning her bright green eyes to them, she smiled, "I was just thinking of my sister. It would be helpful to have her here now. She was an excellent Blood Knight."

Seianeve nodded. "She was good but I would not go so far as to call her superior," Teuvas added. "She could easily lose focus at critical times." He cringed at the scathing look Jaxxine gave him. "Now now, little one. I am not saying the pally be bad. I just be pointing out the faults."

Seianeve smacked him gently on the shoulder. "Behave, mon," she scolded. "Jaxx, when was the last time you got to see your sister?"

Jaxxine averted her eyes, answering softly, "Before she left."

"I see. Maybe it be time for a visit."

Seianeve looked at her husband. "Teuvas can open the portal for you when you're ready."

He nodded to his wife, turning away, Seianeve staying behind.

"Listen to me, Jaxx. I know you and your big sista be close. I've known you most me life and I know how close you two were and this bein apart be killing ya deep inside," she said. "You know that your sista had no control over what went down. She not be the one to blame for goin away. But you do be having da choice of seein her or not."

Jaxxine looked at her childhood friend, tears starting to form in her eyes.

"Am I so transparent, Seia?"

Seianeve smiled sadly, "As your childhood friend and heart's sista, I think this be a gift I acquired to read your heart so easily." She pulled Jaxxine close, giving her a slight hug. "You go see Sachi. You get your heart better."

Feeling the elf nod, she pulled away, Jaxxine looking about to see if anyone else had seen the private moment. Her eyes fell on the war chief, his eyes on her but again, not seeing her. Jaxxine looked up at Seia and said, "In the morning, then."

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Jaxxine peered through her monocle, peering intently at the gem she was cutting. She had wanted to take a gift to her sister. After being apart for so long, she wanted to make something special for her. The necklace design she was working on was intricate, filled with gems in reds, greens, purples and blues. All were cut into tear drop shapes and set into the necklace. Each gem was tiny, the effect was that of flowers. Sachiel had been an herbalist and alchemist when she was here. Jaxxine doubted that that had changed about her sister.

She set the last stone into the silvery titanium setting, gently hammering it into place. The titanium had been filigreed and patterned into vines and leaves. It was a beautiful piece and she was quite proud of it. Giving it a critical eye once again, she took it to her buffer, her foot stepping on the peddle that activated it. The few elves who had learned tinkering had made this device for her. She didn't know how it was powered but she loved it. Her gems sparkled more as did her other jewelry pieces.

Looking over at her water clock, she knew she was going to be cutting it close to her meeting time with Seianeve and Teuvas. Taking the necklace over to the velvet box she had bought, she gently laid the necklace in it, admiring the way it sparkled against the deep blue velvet inside. Closing the box, she set it inside her satchel, slinging it over her shoulder as she made her way to the entrance. All homes within Silvermoon didn't have doors but rather, curtains. Her gems were stashed inside her safety deposit box at the bank as were her precious ores.

Stepping out into the bright sunlight, she took a deep breath and let it out slowly; bracing herself for her meeting with her sister.

Making her way to the Sun Spire where they were to meet, she smiled as she passed various other elves, emissaries from the Tauren village, orcs, trolls. War was brewing. She knew this. She was on the emissary council that had petitioned Thrall to help them with the scourge, who in turn took the issue to the other cities. Kil'Jaeden had already destroyed the Sunwell. She knew her people's plight was well known through out the lands.

Looking ahead, she passed the thief's guild, the sounds of their training barely reaching her ears. She suddenly grew nervous. She didn't know what this other world was like. She wondered if she would look different there. Did Sachi look the same?

She couldn't back out now. Seianeve and Teuvas came into view, standing by the fountain that graced the city square. Seianeve waved, just in case she didn't see her. Jaxxine made her way over to them. As she got closer, she saw that Teuvas was holding two scroll tubes. She guessed he had a message to send to Sachi or Seia did. She didn't know what the other was.

"Oy. I made you a scroll of teleportation so when you're ready to come back, you just have to activate it," he said to her, holding out one of the tubes.

"Maybe they don't have a letter for Sachi," she thought to herself. She was wrong.

Teuvas held out the second tube. "Dis be for your sista. There's some things in there she needs to be knowing about what's going on here," he said.

Seianeve stood to the side, letting her husband do the talking. She didn't know how long Jaxx was going to be gone and knowing already what was ahead of them in Azeroth, she may not see her again.

Jaxxine thanked Teuvas, who nodded and then turned away to watch the warlock in training chase her demon around the square. He chuckled as he watched, shaking his head.

Seianeve then spoke up, "You be having a good time o'er der, ok?"

Jaxxine swallowed, causing Seia to tilt her head in curiosity. "You be ok?"

"I don't know about this world she lives in. How does Teuvas know he's sending me to the right place?" she said.

"He knows it be the right place because the location that your sista's brother's be telling him is to be within 100 yards," she answered. "That be how the spell works. As long as he sees her, he be sending you near her."

"100 yards? Isn't that a bit far?"

Seianeve chuckled. "Jaxxie, just be looking for a place that looks like something your sister would live in, eh?"

Jaxxine laughed at her friend's reference to Sachiel's reputed flamboyance. She knew that her sister wasn't, she just liked to be comfortable and unfortunately for most elves, that included extravagance. Jaxxine, herself, lived in her sister's old home. One of the rooms had been converted into a jewelry studio so that she could make the pieces that were commissioned to her for various officers.

"Oy! Ya lazy rat! Get over here," Seianeve called to her husband.

Jaxxine's eyes widened. It never failed to surprise her how the two interacted with each other. Teuvas came over, a smile on his face. "I not be lazy. I do things. Just cuz you not be seein 'em don't mean I don't do nothing," he teased back.

Seianeve rolled her eyes, "yeah yeah…she be ready to go. Get wit' da voodoo now."

Teuvas nodded, silver light beginning to form between his hands. The slight hum of the magic he had focused there overriding the din of the commotion in the square. The portal appeared before him, giving a hazy glimpse into the world beyond. It didn't look like anything Jaxxine had seen before. Looking at her two friends, she smiled nervously before stepping through.

It was then that it happened. Teuvas was the first to notice, then his wife. A second figure ran through the portal, too quick to be identified but both had a feeling they knew who it was. Before either could do anything, the portal collapsed.

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Everyone sat around the large rectangular table, talking, joking, laughing. Well, most everyone. Laid out before them was a banquet feast of various dishes, fruits, breads.

Rukia listened to her friends talking, joining in now and again, her brother sitting stoically beside her. She had been surprised to see everyone. Chad, Ishida, Orihime, Tatske, Urahara and his bunch, Hitsuguya and Matsumoto. Just how many people knew about Ichigo's new life and didn't tell her?

Meeting Ichigo's wife had really unnerved her. She was tall, coming just above Ichigo's shoulder. She was slender and well toned, her skin giving a slight glow with it's golden peach coloring. Rei had obviously inherited her mother's hair which curled tightly down her back, most of it in a braid, the color a rich mahogany. Even her eyes seem to glow with their vivid green coloring.

Meeting Ichigo's wife had been the first time Rukia had seen her brother completely speechless. He had stammered out his greeting, actually blushing before moving quickly away. Ichigo had laughed and Sachi had giggled over his behavior. Now said brother was sitting there without moving much, as if afraid to draw attention to himself.

Ichigo sat at the head of the table, his wife to his right. She served Ichigo and herself and a plate was set for Rei as well. She kept an eye on his plate and on her daughter's, making sure both were kept full but she did not bother either of them. Ichigo joked with Renji and Chad. Uryuu was being waited on by Orihime. Rangiku also helped herself to the various goods spread around the table while joking and talking. Hitsuguya was also enjoying himself, something Rukia rarely saw. The atmosphere was relaxed and friendly.

"Kuchiki-san? Are you alright," Sachiel asked Byakuya. "Is the food not to your liking? I know it's a bit different but I did try to cook some of the more traditional foods.."

Byakuya looked at his hostess, nervousness apparent in his eyes. "The food is fine. I'm just.."

Everyone had stopped to look at Byakuya, making him suddenly feel even more nervous. He cleared his throat as if to compose himself. "It's fine," he said again, going back to his plate where he began to eat again.

Sachiel turned to her husband. Ichigo shrugged at her before turning back to Renji.

"Oooh…so full," Rangiku said, patting her tummy. "I don't think I'll be up for training after this."

There were agreements all around but they knew that they would be allowed some resting time before the afternoon bouts began.

Rukia looked at Matsomoto before looking at Sachiel and Ichigo.

Seeing her unspoken question, Sachiel answered for Ichigo who was still talking away to Renji.

"We have friendly sparring matches after brunch and after we've given our meal time to settle," she explained. "We help each other with new techniques if we have one in mind and also so that we don't get rusty or lazy."

"Oh…" Rukia answered. "So anyone can challenge anyone here?"

She nodded.

"Sachiel was kind enough to provide us with a training ground where we would be able to have multiple matches," Ishida added. "She was detrimental in helping a lot of us not only improve but control…" He looked over at Ichigo who still hadn't heard. "our abilities."

Rukia looked again to the woman who sat near Ichigo. Her hand was in his as she listened to the conversation Ichigo was having with Renji.

Looking back to Ishida, she asked, "Anyone can spar?"

He nodded in answer before turning to Orihime who was having a very animated conversation with Rangiku.

"Sleepy, Mommy," Rei's small voice was heard over the noise.

Turning to her daughter, Sachiel scooped her up and cuddled her close. "Mommy's sleepy too, baby." She stood, taking her for a nap. She leaned down to Ichigo, her hand on his shoulder to steady herself. That got his attention. She gave him a lingering kiss and he nodded in response to her unspoken message.

Looking around, he said, "Well, Rei usually times her naps at the right time. Shall we all take our naps before we start the matches?"

Everyone nodded in agreement. While everyone seemed to know where to go for their naps, Rukia and Byakuya seemed a bit lost.

"Hey, Rukia," Renji said. "Just follow us. Ichigo and Sachi have an area set up for us all to nap."

True to his word, Renji led them out to a large canopied garden. Set up were lounging chairs and couches, all overstuffed and looking extremely comfortable. They were set up around a small pond that had a waterfall leading to it. The canopy that was created by the large trees created a cool shade over the garden. Rukia looked around in wonder as she saw the flowers in bloom, vibrant color splashes against the green foliage. The gentle breeze that drifted through kept everything cool despite the heat outside, the waterfall's mist helping with that.

"Ichigo's dad said that he would be by later to train with us. He and the girls are busy reopening the clinic for business," Renji said. "So you and Kuchiki-taicho can have two of the couches there." He pointed to a small grouping of chaise loungers that were piled with pillows.

Looking unsure, Rukia and Byakuya made their way to the seats. "You sleep out here?"

Renji looked over from his couch, "Yeah. They don't have enough beds so Sachiel thought that this would be a comfortable place for us to sleep. The sound of the waterfall is very soothing after a big meal like she cooks," he answered. "Look at your brother, he looks comfortable."

And indeed he did. Byakuya looked as if he were laid out on a funeral pyre. His hands were clutched together at his waist, his eyes closed. He had arranged the pillows to act as support for his head and back. Rukia could hear the faint sound of his even breathing which signified that he was close to sleep.

Taking her brother's example, she arranged her pillows as well, laying on her side before feeling the lure of sleep calling to her. Before long, like everyone else, she was sleeping.

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ok! Some of you may/may not be familiar with World of Warcraft. This isn't a crossover type of story but it is bringing in elements from that story with a few changes that I've made.

So...tell me what you think so far. please? I'm writing and writing and writing but my husband won't read it and I need some feedback!

oh...and there might be a delay in the next week. Personal family thingie involving a family emergency or four that need dealing with. REVIEW!! Please?