Sense I sort of wanted to keep this story up to date with the other one, I figured I'd better get my butt in gear and start doing some serious writing. I like doing one fun story and one dark story =D, well they're both fun but I'm sure you get what I mean. Anywho, I stated this on the other one but I've been mulling around the idea of starting another fic. I have a few ideas in mind and I plan on doing all of them, but yeah. I'm also going to be putting together some Hetalia drabbles from this rp that I'm in. It's really, super cool, it's sort of set up like a time machine but I was reminded more of D&D than anything else. Basically we pick a story line/what if and we play it out until something is resolved or everybody dies. There have been some really good ones x3. But yeah, I'm looking forward to doing that =D. For those of you who are reading "An Icy Treasure' you'll get to see more of Dimitri (Siberia) in a more…I suppose natural setting. There are also several crack moments….but yeah, there are also OODLES of OC's in it but they're all really super cool x3. My all time favorite being Yong Soo (N. Korea), I think I got his name right…but anyway. He was developed by one of my all time favorite artists on D.A. x3, I love her work so much DX. Hup! I'm starting to ramble, anywho! On with the show!

Ok one last note, I was asked if Ludwig and Fileciano(DX ok, I know I epically failed on his name DX) are going to be showing up. My answer to that would be….of course they are XD! Even though I'm more familiar with playing a small handful of characters, I'm more or less using this fic as a way to expand that and try to capture as many characters personalities as best I can. X3….be gentle with me DX. I've never done anything with most of the characters in this chapter so if something is off or slightly ooc…I'm sorry DX.


Chapter Seven: Wrong Impression

The explosion happened so suddenly, Arthur had shot up and grabbed the only slightly shorter soul reaper and pulled him to the ground as dust and chunks of wall flew at them. As the dust settled, Arthur slowly pushed himself up and glanced over his shoulder, a particularly large chunk of wall had busted through the bars of the cell leaving a gaping hole. He then turned his attention to the other, Hanataro looked absolutely flabbergasted, Arthur sighed and drew back sense he was in a slightly compromising and awkward position.

"You ok?" he then asked while quickly getting to his feet. His response was just odd sputtering sounds which made the Brit growl slightly, "Snap out of it, you're alive aren't you?!"

Hanataro squeaked slightly before jumping up, "Y-yes sir! I'm fine!"

That was better, Arthur just shook his head, he had to re-evaluate this boy, it was now obvious that dear Matthew was much stronger than this boy. No matter, it wasn't the time to dwell on that subject, right now he had to find out what caused that explosion, though he had a feeling he already knew. It had come from the same direction that Ivan and Yao had disappeared in which meant it was either that creepy looking captain or it was Ivan…his money was on Ivan though it wasn't like him to jeopardize diplomacy over a misunderstanding, despite the fact that these soul reapers commander was perfectly unreasonable.

"Listen, follow me if you wish but I need to find out what happened to my companions, alright?" Arthur turned back towards Hanatarou, "Though, I don't suppose you'd be able to remove this cuffs would you?" he held up his hands with a slightly rushed expression. The boy just groaned, why did this seem so familiar? But how could he refuse? Sighing heavily, Hanatarou took out a key from his medical bag and unlocked the cuffs, letting them fall to the ground with a thunk.

"Thank you, my boy," Arthur gave a nod before turning, "I recommend going and getting some re-enforcements, this could be troublesome." He then dashed out through the crumbling hole and down the short hallway. Of course, he had no idea where Ivan and Yao were taken but he was sure he'd be able to pick up at least one of their energy signatures.

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Mean while, Alfred, Matthew, Kiku, Francis, and the others were dashing swiftly towards squad twelve. Nanao had joined up with her captain only moments ago and was informing him that all of the other squads are scrambling, also that squad two was already dispatched and more than likely already at the site. Hearing this, Ichigo glanced over at Rukia, they both knew how things had gone when Soi-Fon had been involved and was almost certain that things would escalate, if they haven't already.

Upon arrival to the partly demolished research center, the first thing they noticed was how eerily quiet it was. Had the situation been dealt with already? Had it just been an accident? Alfred was the first to step forward, an uncharacteristic look of seriousness on his face as he glanced around. He then placed his hand on the hilt of his sword, and just in time too. Out from his right side, a very large and pale blue hand shot out in attempt to grab him. But, he'd drawn his sword just quick enough to slice the hand in half. Rather than simply falling, the hand and most of the arm it was attached to shattered and fell to the ground in pieces.

"What the hell was that!?" Ichigo almost sputtered, he as well as all the others had drawn their swords as well.

"Stay back!" They stopped, "Just Francis and Kiku…Matthew you stay with the others, we may need you after this."

Matthew frowned, he knew that tone and he knew what it meant, with a nod, he turned towards the others. "It is my understanding that none of you have dealt with our….kind…before, it is best that you do what brother says,"

"Are you sure you want to underestimate us?" Shunsui asked with a slight smile, which was only returned with a blank stare.

"We do not underestimate you, however, I do not mean to sound offensive but…I believe it to be the soul reapers who have underestimated us." Matthew glanced over his shoulder, "That was Ivan…someone must have set him off…he really is a nice guy, but unpredictable." He sighed, "It is best that you let us handle things this time ok? We'll try to explain matters better afterwards eh?"

Shunsui just stared, slightly taken aback, he then sighed and smiled, "Very well…" he replied.

"B-But captain!" Nanao stepped in, only to be hushed by said captain.

"We know little about our guests, I agree that the only ones suited to deal with this is one of their own. We will stay back for now, but if you need any assistance, we're right here."

Matthew smiled a little more and gave a nod; Ichigo and Rukia were staring at him as well. This all could have been avoided…was all they really could think about…at least before there was a second explosion. This time it was caused by a very large insect body bursting from within the compounds. It was closely accompanied by an equally as large human looking body. It was that of an old man, he was a pale blue but his eyes were like treacherous black pits.

"That's Konjiki Ashisogi Jizo!" Rukia suddenly shouted, "We have to move away now or we'll be poisoned!"

"What?" Matthew turned towards her with wide eyes.

"Captain Mayuri's, Bankai, it can spew deadly poisons," she started to explain, "We must retreat!"

Matthew glanced back towards his brother and the others, he was ordered to assist these guys but…he knew that they didn't know about this. Shaking his head, he started to run, "Come on!" he shouted over his shoulder.

"Hey, what about your friends?!" Ichigo interrupted. Matthew stopped and turned, the look he wore was not one anybody expected to see on such a shy yet kind looking boy.

"Brother will be fine, and so will Francis and Kiku…" his tone was firm, he was standing by this and his brothers orders, "Now come on…we need to move away."

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Konjiki Ashisogi Jizo suddenly lurched forward, the cloak like garment around its neck burst open to reveal hundreds of sharp swords. It charged at the large blue man and slammed right into him causing him to shatter, large chunks of ice falling towards the ground and crushing whatever they landed on. Alfred and the others had to jump out of the way but they knew that it wasn't over yet. They had to find Ivan first and stop him before this grew way out of their hands.

"What do you suppose set him off?" Kiku asked as they made their way up wards towards the roof, his expression was concerned but otherwise calm, it would have been unnerving how calm he was but the others were used to it.

"That's a good question, let's ask him." Alfred replied.

"Oui, perhaps all he needs is a hug, no?" Francis replied with his trade mark smile, this was shot down when both Alfred and Kiku glanced over their shoulders at the Frenchman and shot him a very 'This is not the time for your bull crap' look. He shut up right away.

They reached the top of the building and found their target; Ivan was standing, seemingly, by himself. Both of his legs had clearly been bleeding but the wounds were frozen over, his hair a snowy white and a look they had not seen in ages; pure, unrestrained, insanity. It seems matters were worse than they had expected. Though it also seemed to get worse, this captain Mayuri they had been briefly informed about was equally as battered and had a twisted smile spread across his face as well. That sort of smile never meant anything good. Along with him, though more off to the side lines, was a small group of squad two members, they weren't moving. Frozen where they stand, there would be more of these if this kept up, but where was their captain?

"Ivan! You need to stop this! We're here now!" Alfred tried calling out to the other captain, knowing that if he tried to approach it might end badly. However, his shout seemed to fall on deaf ears, Ivan didn't even acknowledge him. Instead, the giant man seemed to reform and grab hold of the giant bug, the moment his large hands clamped around that insect it started to freeze.

"You are quite the specimen! But you are too difficult to control it would seem." Mayuri commented while glancing towards the new comers, Alfred also looking at him when he heard what he said. This captain…he tried to manipulate and control Ivan?! That fool! Of course that would set him off!

"Damn it…" Alfred and the others were about to advance when something flashed passed them making them stop. It happened so quickly that they didn't even see Ivan get hit. But, they did see him lurch to the side, a large black butterfly suddenly forming across his right cheek and a dangerous scowl plastered across his face. There was another flash but this time Ivan seemed ready for it, just as a second blow was about to land, he pulled something from his coat and with a powerful swing, brought a lead faucet pipe crashing down onto Soi-Fon's back. The force of the attack had slammed her into the ground leaving a decent sized crack. Not wasting a moment, he stomped his foot down onto her back as well to insure that she didn't try to get away.

"Tch…" Alfred dashed forward next, sword raised and ready to strike, but much like Soi-Fon's attack, the faucet pipe came back up and blocked Alfred's attack before it landed. While he was distracted, the other two charged at him, only to have Mayuri reach Ivan first. Sense he'd been distracted, this was the perfect chance to take him down permanently. Thrusting his hand out so that it was directly in front of Ivan's chest he said swiftly.

"Bakudo 31, Red Flame Cannon." There was a flash of red followed closely by a third and final explosion.

Arthur had arrived just moments after the dust settled, but the scene he arrived to made him freeze. First off, that crazy captain was still standing, secondly, Alfred and the others were there, and finally, the fact that Ivan was lying on the ground several feet away with a large and very ugly looking burn on his chest. Ivan…lost? Was that even possible?! Well, no, it must be if what he was seeing was real. Shaking his head, he quickly rushed over to where Alfred and the others were, they were. Francis was with Alfred while Kiku was trying to see how bad Soi-Fon had been hurt.

"Arthur!" Alfred caught a glimpse of the other and quickly dashed over, "Sorry I'm it took me so long…I guess I got here a little late." The look Arthur was getting was rather…well, unusual, but no matter, he just shook his head.

"Arthur…what exactly…happened here?" Alfred then asked.

"A misunderstanding…." He replied with an irritated huff while glancing back over at Ivan, "He's still alive right?"

"Yeah…" Alfred nodded as the three of them walked over to their fallen comrade, "What about Yao? Where is he?"

"I'm not sure…" Arthur lowered his head, "I wasn't able to find him, though I'm sure Ivan knows…" Though this may be true, it was very obvious that he was in no condition to be doing anything, which proved to be troublesome sense Yao could be in the same condition.

"Francis, do you think you could try to find him?" Alfred asked the other. The Frenchman just jutted out his chin and puffed out his chest.

"Oui! My commander!" he said in an overly dignified French accent.


For those of you who are going to say that was Ivan's Bankai...you're half right. You get extra points if you can guess what it's based off of…though I'm sure it's not too hard XP. But yeah, if Ivan were to go serious Bankai, heh…yeah, nobody would have gotten out of that without some serious damage. Also…yes, his shikai is his faucet pipe xD. Which means, what you saw him doing here, was a sort of limbo between shikai and Bankai. If he were provoked any further, yeah, he would have gone Bankai on their asses. Also, I was actually tossing around the idea of having Mayuri blow a limb off in order to stop him =3=. That way I could get Orihime involved…so sue me, I like Orihime. She really is a decent character, but you really don't want me to get started with how much BS has been going on in Bleach lately. Seriously…wtf…I did not, I repeat, DID NOT like how he made her into a damsel in distress and how she was all like "omg Ichigo save me!" or "lyke omg! Ichigo! You got a hole blown through your chest; I'm going to have a dramatic break down!" DX. Which only brings up Ulquiorra's death which was pure, epic, FAILURE! It actually induced several weeks of colorful vocabulary at how (colorful vocabulary) messed up it was! I swear, I don't mind so much that he killed him off, I'm sad yes because I liked Ulquiorra, but it was HOW he killed him off.

See, there I go DX…I'll stop there before I type a whole three pages more on how much a boot should be shoved up Kubo's ass for trolling peoples fandom.

…. =D I feel better now! Read and Review! (skips off)