Chapter 8

I was lazy before but finally wrote andhere it is! Please Review!


Yamamoto hesitated to explain to the young captain the truth about Captain Nozaki but soon does explain.

"Yukio Nozaki is part of a strong yet rare race called Guardians. They are able to control an element. In Nozaki's case fire. Anything relating to fire he can control, for example lighting, light, and fire itself. Their senses are stronger than most being stronger, fast, able to hear, see, and smell better than most people. They are also able to create illusions, enter dreams, and erase one's memory. They can be very dangerous if not able to control their abilities. They are known to have excellent looks and a tattoo on their back that looks like wings. The tattoo acts likes a seal to hide their wings", Yamamoto informs the young captain.

Hitsugaya stares wide eyes at the Head Captain. He's not sure what to say now. He just learned of what Yukio is and is not sure what to say.

"We were friends for a long time. I wanted him to a captain but he turned the offer down. He said he had to train, to control his powers so he can protect the only family he has left", the Head Captain continues.

"But to protect her from what exactly?" Hitsugaya asks.


Ichigo stares wide eyes at Yuri. So that's what he is. Yuri looks at the other in concern. Was it right to tell him? Will he still love her big brother now? These thoughts run through Yuri's head on instant reply. Ichigo smiles relieving Yuri. She sighs realizing she was holding her breath.

"And your ok with what we are?", asks Yuri. Ichigo nods. "Like I said I'm in love with Yukio no matter what", Ichigo replies in a matter-of- fact way.

Yuri opens her mouth to add something else "Well one last secret to reveal. Yukio and Yuri isn't really our names. It's names we grown accustom to in order to fit in with other people our real names are…"


Hitsugaya walks to squad 3 after his discussion with Head Captain Yamamoto. He ignores everyone there giving them an icy glare. He opens the door to Captain Nozaki's office to find said blonde to be sleeping on his couch, his back facing the office. He closes the door behind him. Yukio hears the boy come in and looks over his shoulder.

"So he told you about me?", Yukio asks refusing to look at the other captain. Hitsugaya nods when the other glanced over his shoulder. "I see, so do you want something?"

Just when Toshiro is about to answer the door slams open. The cause of this action is Ichigo who is accompanied by Yuri. Telling by Ichigo's face he's not exactly happy. Yukio fully turns around, now facing them. He puts his arms behind his head and rest on them.

"I was ok with knowing what you are but why did you lie to me!", Ichigo yells. Yukio's eyes widen then glare at his sister who hides behind Ichigo. "Answer me!"

Yukio sighs. "Seeing by your sudden outburst my sister told you everything. Besides, what did I lie about?", he asks in an 'I don't really care that you're mad' attitude.

"Why didn't you tell me what you were and what your real name was?", Ichigo asks sounding more calm but hurt.

"Ichigo I love you, I really do, but we only been on one date and known each other for a few days. Did it matter exactly what I was. Also Yukio is my real name", He replies anger growing in his voice. Hitsugaya watches silently as the two boys glare at each other. Ichigo opens his mouth to say something when an explosion not too far goes off. They all rush to the scene to find half of division 10 on fire. They follow a strange new spiritual pressure far from where they were. They meet with all the other captains, some of their lieutenants and Head Captain Yamamoto. Dark clouds soon fill the sky.

"It wasn't wise for you to attack us", Soi Fon growls.

A man with short dark green hair, golden catlike eyes, and a x like scar on his face gives the captain of squad two a wolf like smirk.

"I mean no harm", he lies "I've just come to reclaim what is mine". They all look at him in suspicion.

He looks through the crowd of soul reapers and spots Yukio and Yuri. He smirks. With one of his hand he forces everyone except the siblings to kneel.

"You two are more beautiful than I expected, young Apollo and Artemis. Since I only acquire one of you I have no need for you Artemis", he says. Yukio or Apollo stands in front of his sister protectively.

With a snap of his fingers, chains comes out of his black cloak and grabs Apollo. The chains wrap around the blonde bidding his arms to his sides. He's lifted into air.

"Now my beautiful pet, show me what you really look like!", He laughs snapping his fingers again.

All the other people can only watch as the Guardian screams in agony. Ichigo yells his love's name. Light glows from the boy's chest so bright it blinds everyone. When the light dims, it reveals another person. In Yukio's place is a teen with long blonde hair in a ponytail, the ends of the blonde hair red, the bangs on his face are pulled back kind of spiky, his eyes are crimson red, he is barefoot with a golden bracelet around his ankle, and wearing a bright red cloak. His crimson eyes glaring at the man who chained him.

"Come with me peacefully Apollo and I'll let all your friends go", The man warns, dropping the guardian. Apollo lands on his feet but stumbles back into his sister's arms. "What will it be?"

Apollo looks around at all of the soul reapers. Some looking back at him, most trying to break free. He nods at the man who smirks. He starts to walk towards him when someone grabs his wrist. He looks down to see it's Ichigo. He gives the substitute a sad smile.

"You don't have to go!", Ichigo says with sadness in his voice. Apollo shakes his head. "I have to Ichigo, but I do thank you for everything. I love you", he whispers in the teen's ear.

With that Ichigo let's go trying to hold back the pain he feels. He just let go of the guy of his dreams, literally. He loves Apollo, no he's in love with him. He looks over to Yuri or Artemis who is crying her eyes out. Yukio finally reaches the man.

"Don't get any ideas my pet. This armor is fireproof" the man whispers. His voice is like daggers piercing the guardian's eardrum. Apollo growls.

He snaps his fingers and chains tie the blonde up. He snaps his fingers again and the soul reapers are let go but at the same time about 100 hollows and a few people appear.

"You said you wouldn't hurt them!", Apollo snaps. "No I said I'll let them go. I never said I wouldn't kill them", the man responds with bloodlust eyes.

"ICHIGO!", Apollo cries. "APOLLO!", Ichigo yells rushing to get the guy he loves.

Before he can get close enough something kicks him in his gut, sending him flying. He reaches out to his angel but falls to the ground as they disappear.


Apollo is pushed into a dark room. He catches himself before falling on the floor. His chains are taken off of him.

"Get comfortable, you'll be here for a while", The man states.

"You know my name, now tell me your's", Apollo growls making the other smirk.

"My dearest apologies my dear guardian. My name is shadows", the man or shadows replies.

The blonde says nothing more, fully knowing that no matter what he says he's not leaving anytime soon. Shadows leaves, locking the door behind him. Apollo looks around the room. There is only one window that's bolted shut, the walls have seals on them. there's a water bed, a closet full of new clothes, and a bathroom. They really tried to make the room somewhat nice but fireproof.

He lays on the bed and stares at the ceiling. He wonders what Ichigo is doing. He sighs. He walks to the bathroom and undresses. He takes down his ponytail, letting his hair fall. If his eyes were emerald and the ends of his hair weren't red then you would think he was Artemis. He laughs at the thought. He turns the hot water to the shower and steps in. He closes his eyes letting the hot drops hit his soft skin. He steps out, quickly drying himself before the cold air hits him. He changes back into his clothes and walks over to the bed. Pulling his knees up to his chest he rests his head on them. He breaks the seal on his back causing his pure white wings to appear. Two 14 feet wings appear, one wrapped around its owner, the other spread out. Soon the doors open and a shy woman appears. She says nothing at first, her face in awe at the boy's beautiful white wings. She shakes her head trying to focus.

"M…Master Shadows r…request to see you g…guardian", she mumbles.

The winged male nods and follows her. He glances around, noticing seals all around. Mostly to keep him from escaping. The lady leads him down a long dark hallway where they stop in front of large doors. Apollo smiles at her causing bright red blush to form on her cheeks. He pushes the door open to find Shadows sitting on his thrown. He smirks at the male walking towards him.

"I've called you here so you can play for me", he says to the blonde.

With a snap of his fingers a woman hands Apollo a case. He opens the case to find his violin. He hesitates to take it out of the case. Looking at Shadows' glare he takes it out and rests his chin on it. He places the bow on the strings and plays. The notes are beautiful but sad. The guardian closes his eyes, continuing playing. The women in the room try to hold back their tears from this sad song. Shadows glares harder.

"ENOUGH!", he barks, "Play something happier"

Apollo opens his eyes, unfazed be the sudden harsh tone the man had. His eyes showing anger and amusement at the man holding him captive but nods. He closes his eyes once more and thinks of Ichigo. These thoughts relaxes him as he plays again, in a happier tone. Shadows smiles at the song. His emotions change to be as happy as the current tone.


While the older sibling plays for the evil man, the younger one fights alongside the soul reapers trying to kill the hollows. She grabs Ichigo by the wrist, making him pay attention to her.

"We have to save my brother", she whispers. "How? We don't even know where he is", Ichigo states.

"I know where he is, don't ask how I just do. We need to hurry, NOW", she commands.

Chills run down Ichigo's spine but he nods. She takes his hand and they disappear. They reach the outside of a large, dark castle. With her bow in hand, she takes some arrows and starts shooting the guards. Once they were down, the two sneak inside trying to find her brother. Their ears are soon greeted by women screaming. They follow the source, pushing the large doors open. Their eyes widen at what they find. The bottom of the walls are on fire but not burning, a few guards unconscious, women huddling in a corner, and Apollo who is standing the middle(his wings are sealed away) with a arm out almost as if holding something. That something is his kidnapper who is floating midair with a look of pain.

"BROTHER!", Artemis cries out.

Said brother turns around, losing his concentration. "Artemis, Ichigo?", he mumbles with a confusing look.

Shadows takes this moment and swings his arm as if slapping someone. This sends Apollo flying through the wall. Shadows falls to the ground, coughing up blood. He smirks at the two teens glaring at him. Angry, Ichigo changes into bankai form while Artemis rushes to her brother's side. Swords clash as Ichigo and Shadows fight. Apollo's eyes open with anger. He grabs his zanpakuto and struggles to his feet.

"Ban…kai", he whispers.

His zanpakuto turns into a scythe, the blade blood red, the handle black. His face is hidden underneath his hood to where you can only see his lips. The entire room in engulfed in flames. He shunpos in front of Ichigo, grabbing Shadows' sword with his hand. All eyes widen as warm blood drips out of his hand onto the floor. A smirk makes its way to the boys lips. Shadows jumps back, glaring at the person who is licking his wound. Apollo stops to looks at Shadows slowly, revealing one red eye. Shadows' eyes widen more as the guardian shunpos behind him. Said guardian mumbles something but the man doesn't hear as the scythe slices him. His body is set on fire, turning him to ash. Apollo's scythe disappears as he rushes to embrace his berry. Said berry blinks a couple times to process what just happened but smiles and embraces the other back.

"The place is coming down!", yells Artemis.

The boys let go of each other and looks around. The place was falling apart. A woman yells over to them, motioning them to follow her. They do so. She shows them to a opened gate, which they are pushed through. The good thing is they are in the World of the Living. The bad thing is they are falling from the sky. Ichigo and Artemis scream while Apollo yawns. They fall into the ocean. They all quickly swim to shore out of the freezing water. Artemis is the first one out of the water, followed by the other two. They all stare at each other then burst out laughing. Ichigo stops laughing first and smiles at the other male. He takes the other by the hand.

"So which is it? Yukio or Apollo?", Ichigo asks still smiling.

The other smiles back. "Well Apollo is my guardian name, or the name my father gave me at birth, but Yukio is my human name, which my mother and everyone else called me. So anyone one is fine since they are both my name", He answers.

"Well Yukio is the name you said your's was so I'll call you that", Ichigo replies.

Yukio wraps his arms around the other's neck, pursing their lips together. Ichigo wraps his arms around Yukio's waist, pulling him close. Artemis walks away, giggling. She's happy her brother finally finds somebody to love. Ichigo and Yukio don't pull away yet. Yukio missed these human lips, even though it wasn't that long since he last kissed them. In Ichigo's mind he missed the other's lips too. It brings a warmth to his heart he never felt before. He can honestly say he is without a doubt in love with this guy, his angel.


Me:Aww they love each other

Yukio: Yep! :3

Me: Let's think about your future with Ichi-kun

Ichigo: While these two think please review. Later!

Me: Aww Ichi-kun left