I apologize for the lack of IchiRuki in this chapter. I hope everyone likes it anyway ^-^
- Everything I Said- The Cranberries
The front door of the restaurant swung open as a couple entered, laughing loudly, and catching Orihime's attention. Realizing who the cause of the disturbance was, she ducked her head, hoping the top of the restaurant booth would be tall enough to hide her.
She didn't want Ichigo to see her, especially not like this. Especially not while he was with Rukia.
She waited until they had been seated and then stood up cautiously. Brushing stray tears away, she left some money on the table and exited out the back door.
-Have You Ever Seen the Rain- Creedence Clearwater Revival
"C'mon, Ichigo! There are puddles to jump in!" A young Yuzu smiled up at her older brother, tugging on his arm. He laughed, allowing himself to be pulled out the door and on to the misty street.
He watched, content, as his little sister jumped from puddle to puddle, giggling happily. Ichigo did generally hate the rain but now that it was over, he found it wasn't really all bad.
-Handlebars- Flobots
"Don't worry about it!" Ikkaku smiled, trying to reassure his feminine friend. "Somebody's gotta raise some hell! Might as well be me!" He put an arm around Yumichika's shoulder, pulling him close.
"Please be safe. I really don't feel like cleaning you up again after you get all bloody and disgusting." His words had a bitter tone but Ikkaku understood perfectly.
AN: This will be the last chapter. I've lost my muse and I don't enjoy the thought of trying to force new chapters. "Rhythm of Love" will be taken out and made into a separate oneshot after a bit more revision. I hope you enjoyed reading!
