"Kisuke I have the information you wanted. My source told me the General Captain has ordered an alert. Caisuikia is now an enemy of Soul Society."
Kisuke, not surprised by the General Captain's decision knew what needed to be done.
"This means Soul Society will not be getting involved with bringing Caisuikia back. We will have to handle this matter ourselves."
"What are you planning?" Isshin asked eager to help.
"I haven't thought of anything useful. First I must look over this information. When I have gathered everything I need, I will get back with you."
"You know where to find me."
Isshin left feeling useless. While Kisuke headed back to his shop eager to read the file on the Vizards.
She greeted him as he walked into the shop. "Kisuke I am glad you have returned. Did you find out anything that can help us?"
Yoruichi asked watching Kisuke as he concentrated on the bulky file resting in his hands in front of him.
"Yoruichi this information, I cannot believe it!" Kisuke was in shock as he continued to read.
Hmm...
"It seems there is more to Caisuikia then we could have imagined. She is the part of the royal family. Nothing like the nobles in Soul Society. In fact, she is the daughter of the Spirit King! He was the one who had her brought here and erased her memories."
"Did you say the King? I thought Soul Society had no knowledge of what goes on in the King's realm. I was told the only thing that was known about the King was the location of the key. Which only the General Captain knows and nothing else."
"Apparently Soul Society and the King were secretly communicating about Caisuikia. They knew of her powers and the damage her powers could cause. The King did not want anything to happen to Caisuikia. He knew if he did not do something. She would suffer the same fate as her mother. Whose inner Hollow had taken control of her and nearly destroyed everything. Now Aizen has Caisuikia and assuming he knows all this. He will use her in his quest to destroy the King."
Yoruichi was stunned by everything Kisuke had said and stood frozen.
"If Caisuikia's mother was a Vizard and passed her powers down to Caisuikia, does this mean she was born a Vizard?" Yoruichi thought to herself.
"This would explain why her transformation is different from the others and why she is so powerful."
Kisuke started to think back to how a Shinigami gains the ability to become a Vizard.
"Caisuikia told me she felt something was trying to take control of her body. Every time she transformed, her inner Hollow would emerge and try to take over. If she does not keep her inner hollow dormant. It will destroy her and the Caisuikia we know will be no more."
The look of concern came upon Yoruichi's face. "Kisuke, what if Aizen has succeeded in bringing out Caisuikia's inner Hollow?"
"If her inner Hollow has awakened and taken over. I will have no choice but to kill Caisuikia in order to save her from herself."
Kisuke sat down in silence as he tried to forget about the difficult choice he might have to make. He still believed there was a chance to save Caisuikia and look to that possibility.
"Kisuke if you ask it of me, I will do it for you."
Yoruichi knew Kisuke was troubled. She wanted to ease his worries. Knowing how he could not kill the woman he loved.
"No Yoruichi, I will honor Caisuikia by doing it myself, but we might not have to take it that far."
Kisuke had a thought. "There is a way we may be able to save Caisuikia, even if her inner Hollow has taken control."
"What is the plan Kisuke?"
"I am going to send Ichigo and the others after Orihime. To investigate whether Caisuikia's inner Hollow has taken control and joined Aizen in his plan. We cannot make a move until we know if Caisuikia's inner Hollow has emerged."
"Do you think this is wise Kisuke? You will be sending them to their graves, they do not know what to expect in Hueco Mundo."
"This is the risk we must take. Ichigo and the others are strong willed. They can handle themselves. There is no need to worry our major concern is Aizen and Caisuikia."
"Do you think they will take the bait?"
"As long as Ichigo and the others distract the Arrancars. They will not know what hit them."
Kisuke tugged on his bucket hat and confidently smiled as Yoruichi stared at him wondering about his plan.
A thousand sensations of doubt and concern came over him as an unexpected visit from the Captain of 10th Squad came crashing by.
"Kisuke, the General Captain has ordered my team and me to return back to Soul Society. He has demanded your help in the war with Aizen."
Kisuke smirked at the thought. "I see the General Captain has finally come to his senses?"
"The General Captain has decided to involve everyone in the war to bring Aizen down. He is requesting your expertise as an inventor. To join us in a plan to go to Hueco Mundo and fight the Arrancars on their own ground."
"What about Caisuikia and his plans for her?"
"The General Captain has decided to leave her to you. You can decide what action needs to be taken on her behalf."
Captain Hitsugaya stared at Kisuke as though he knew Kisuke would be the one to end Caisuikia's life if it became necessary.
"I have already sent Ichigo and the others ahead. We will make preparations for the others in due time. Captain Hitsugaya, would you tell the General Captain Yamamoto I am obliged by his offer and will accept it."
Kisuke smiled thinking back to the time he and Caisuikia were happy.
"Caisuikia soon, I will find you and bring you back to me." He sighed as he gazed out the door of his shop to see Yoruichi approaching.
"Kisuke it has been confirmed. Caisuikia's inner Hollow has taken control and was spotted wrecking havoc here in the Human World. There is no stopping or reasoning with her. She sees nothing but the need to destroy." Yoruichi was flabbergasted by what she witnessed.
"Tell me, was she with Aizen?"
"No, she was with an Espada. He seemed delighted in watching Caisuikia destroy everything around them. What are we going to do?"
"We cannot put our plan in motion until Aizen and Caisuikia are together."
"Kisuke are you saying you are going to sit around and do nothing?"
"No, we are going to confront Caisuikia. It probably will not do us any good. She could destroy us if we are not careful. If we had known all there was about her Vizard powers. There might have been a chance to end this. All we can do is try to prolong time and see if Aizen appears. Knowing Aizen, he will want to see Caisuikia personally destroy me. I am the one she loved before him. This would prove her loyalty to him and show her betrayal to us."
Transforming back into her human form, Yoruichi stood in thought. "Should we inform Soul Society of Caisuikia's presence?"
"I am sure they are already at the scene waiting for our arrival. The General Captain gave me the order to take care of Caisuikia personally. Let's go Yoruichi. It is time to pay Caisuikia, a visit."
Kisuke and Yoruichi left wondering what was in store for them when they come face to face with their fellow Shinigami and friend.