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Peach Doll

Chapter 11

I'm So Into You

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Ichigo Kurosaki and Rukia Kuchiki are now in a relationship.
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Tatsuki Arisawa better late than never, aye Ichigo?
Keigo Asano NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!
Mizuiro Kojima Did something occur last night that brought this about?
Sado Yasutora Good for you, Ichigo.
Renji Abarai she better not complain about u! or I'll tell Kuchiki-sama! u no I work for him :P
Ichigo Kurosaki All of you be quiet!
Rukia Kuchiki ❤

Keigo Asano wtf happened last night? i can't feel my face and my clothes are RUINED. I've been grounded for the entire winter break!

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Mizuiro Kojima Do you not recall getting drunk and dumping the entire bowl of punch on yourself?
Momo Hinamori Then you took off your pants and jacket and proceeded lie down on the dance floor and do the worm while everyone watched?
Tatsuki Arisawa while singing "Buy You a Drank" by T-Pain?
Ichigo Kurosaki Then you saw me walk in and tried to maul me with an empty bowl?
Rukia Kuchiki and told me that you wouldn't mind being my "second choice" as long as I shared myself with you and Ichigo..
Ichigo Kurosaki I'm going to murder you on Monday for that, btw
Uryu Ishida You tried to swing from the school dance banner, claiming you were going to be the next Tarzan, but better looking?
Shinji Hirako and the banner tore and you fell right on top of Mahana, who punched you in the face?
Orihime Inoue Then you took off your pants and danced on the table while swinging them around..
Renji Abarai And you slipped and fell off the table and laid on the floor in a puddle of punch laughing for 10 minutes straight.
Toshiro Hitsugaya Then you passed out for the rest of the night, luckily.
Ikkaku Madarame Then old man Yamamoto walked in and stopped the party?
Yumichika Ayesgawa And you interrupted while he was talking by breaking into song, making him even angrier?
Keigo Asano Wow, I did all that?
Ryo Kuneida Yes. And thanks to your little number, this year's Prom has been cancelled.
Keigo Asano ...My bad?

Rukia awoke the next morning when small rays of sunlight were just barely beginning to peek through the gap in the curtains, causing the light to fall in a squared pattern on the carpet at the foot of her bed. She shifted lightly, her mind buzzing with sleep as she stretched out her limbs, sighing lightly at the feeling. It was incredibly warm in the room, just enough without being uncomfortable, and she noticed that her comforter had been tucked around her quite well, as if someone had taken their time doing it. It was then that her eyes finally focused, and she realized Ichigo- poor, sweet Ichigo- asleep next to her.

Well, next to her wasn't quite right- he was lying right on the edge of the right side of her bed, as if afraid of encroaching on her personal space- still dressed in the suit from last night, though he'd taken off the jacket and the tie- they lay on the seat of her vanity table, along with his bag and his phone. He hadn't even bothered to cover himself with her blanket or sheets either, and was asleep with one hand gripping the soft, silken comforter, looking almost childish, the side of his face pressed into the soft fabric.

Rukia could only wonder where his father or sisters would think if they knew where he was.

She rose then, slowly and quietly, and tugged on her robe before walking to the opposite side of the bed, gently picking up Ichigo- not an easy task by any means- and pushing him a little closer to the center of the bed, worried he may turn and fall right off otherwise. He didn't stir, although he did make a rather annoyed grunting sound, and then relaxed again.

She pulled the blanket over his body and walked out, deciding to get something to eat before the servants showed up for their daily housework.

She was finishing making a small breakfast to share with Ichigo when Keiko-san, the head maid, arrived. She was a stout, elderly woman, but was passionate in her work and had a very kind attitude.

"Good morning, Rukia-sama."

"Good morning, Keiko-san."

They fell into a comfortable silence as Keiko began to fill a bucket with water- she'd be mopping the white tiled floor of the kitchen today- and turned to Rukia, who was completing her task of making sunny side up eggs, toast, and a bit of fruit. "Rukia-sama, if I may ask.."

"Yes?"

"There's a motorcycle parked in front of the manor, outside the gate." Keiko stated as she poured a teaspoon amount of bleach into the water. "I was worried about an intruder, since you're alone in the house and it is still quite early.."

"Oh," Rukia replied easily, "Don't worry. It's just Ichigo's- you remember Ichigo Kurosaki, don't you?"

"I see," Keiko-san replied, her voice holding relief, "Yes, of course, I remember."

Rukia smiled at her before gathering the tray and going up the stairs. A thought passed her and she paused on the staircase, calling, "Oh Keiko-san, he's- he's sleeping in the guest room- so please leave that room alone. I'll have it cleaned later."

It was a lie, Rukia knew- but even though she had utmost trust in Keiko, it still wouldn't sound nice to say that Ichigo was asleep in her room.

"Yes, Rukia-sama."

Rukia continued up the stairs, going over to the guest room before her own. She drew the curtains and closed the door, locking it so that if anyone did try to open it, they wouldn't be able to- it would seem occupied.

With that, she went into her own room, shutting the door behind her and locking it, she noticed Ichigo partially sitting up- though she couldn't see his face as he was sitting to the left and she came from the right. She smiled lightly and placed the tray down on her study table, walking around the bed to her side.

Ichigo was sitting up, but he looked like he was stil asleep, his head tilted down and his eyes closed, only propped up by his arms, his finger still gripping the blanket. Rukia reached out, running her fingers through his bangs gently, her hand sliding down to hold his cheek, gently tilting his head up as she sat down on the edge of the bed next to him, "Ichigo,"

He opened his eyes for just a moment to see her, they slid shut again as he nodded sleepily against her hand.

"Do you want some food?"

He nodded again but laid down, curled into a ball next to her knees. Rukia sighed.

In the end, it took half an hour for Ichigo to wake up. He ate hurriedly before putting his jacket back on, stuffing his tie into his bag. "I should go."

"So soon?"

Ichigo slung his bag over his shoulder, straightening up and looking down at the petite girl. He reached out, letting his hand run along the small length of the side of her tiny waist. "Yes. I don't want my family to start getting ideas."

She merely nodded, watching as he sat down and put his shoes on before grabbing his keys and the helmet for his bike, looking back at her. They stared at each other for a moment before automatically closing the gap at the same time, Rukia stepping forward and Ichigo reaching his arms out- all but crashing into each other and he kissed her for a long moment, his hands gripping her waist in a manner that said he had zero interest in letting go.

"See you." he said softly, his fingers toying with a lock of her hair before letting go slowly, walking out the door.

She turned back to the bed then, noticing the white rose he'd tucked in her hair last night laying on her pillow, slightly wilted. She smiled, picking it up and placing it on her side table.

Less than 10 minutes later, Rukia's phone vibrated.

Ichigo: thanks for the food, btw
Rukia: you're welcome :)
Ichigo: ❤
Rukia: you've grown soft on me, kurosaki ichigo
Ichigo: u love it.
Rukia: I do.
Ichigo: u know, my sisters and I are watching movies together tonight. u should come over
Rukia: it wouldn't be intruding?
Ichigo: hell no. my sisters have been asking for you. u havent come by lately
Rukia: ok, I'll come over tonight.

Karakura Highschool Newspaper: Issue 5

~written by the students, for the students~

Table of Contents

Introduction … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … page 2

December Updates… … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … page 3

Drama Club Play 2016… … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … page 4

KPA Talent Show… … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … page 5

Interview… … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … page 6

Sick Of Uniforms?… … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … page 7

Students Of The Month… … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … page 9

Bulletins… … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … page 10

It's All Student!… … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … …page 12

Horoscopes … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … page 13

Student Art … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … …page 13

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INTERVIEW WITH URYU ISHIDA
Monday, December 20
Reporter: Rukia Kuchiki
Information provided by: Uryu Ishida
As commented by: Orihime Inoue

1. What is your full name name?

Uryu Ishida.

It's a very pretty name! Uryu means "rain dragon" doesn't it? It's so romantic!

2. When is your birthday?

November 6th

3. Favorite subject?

Math

He has the top scores!

4. Siblings?

None.

5. Relationships?

I'm dating Inoue-san, who is lovely.

Aww Ishida-kun! You're lovely too!

6. Friends?

Sado.. Abarai.. and Kurosaki.. unfortunately

And me!

You're more than just a friend, Inoue-san

Well I guess that's true..

7. Future career choice?

I'm planning on starting a brand.

I've seen some of the designs! They're gorgeous.

Thank you. That's very kind.

8. School activities?

I'm the president of the student council, and I'm also part of the sewing club. Other than that, being president means I get involved in most extra-curricular activities, to make important decisions and whatnot.

You were there for the Cinderella auditions too, weren't you Ishida-kun?

Yes, I was.

9. Hobbies?

I enjoy reading, sewing, cooking, and playing piano in my spare time.

10. Favorite music?

I'm not specific.

That's good- it's nice to have a wide imagination so you can enjoy everything!

11. Favorite number?

100.

Why is that Ishida-kun?

I... I don't know. It looks so.. complete.

12. Blood type?

AB

13. Favorite color?

I like white, green, and blue.

14. Favorite foods?

Homemade miso stew.

Isn't that what you made when I visited your house last time?

Yes.

15. Any specific pet peeves?

Buttons.. procastination.. and the word "haphazard".

Why is that Ishida-kun?

I don't know, actually. It just sounds weird, like someone mispronounced hazard.

16. [Free space] It seems that you're very popular amongst girls at Karakura High. Do you have any thoughts you can share on that?

I don't mind, usually. But at the dance on Friday I witnessed some undesirable behavior towards my girlfriend, simply because she's dating me. I'd appreciate it if people would understand that I don't belong to them. If you have an issue with who I date, please contact me. Do not bother her.

Oh you don't have to worry about that Ishida-kun! I'm pretty tough!

I know you are. But it's unfair to you and irresponsible of me not to say something. I won't allow it to continue.

"It's pretty, isn't it?"

Rukia glanced over, smiling lightly as she accepting the steaming mug of hot chocolate Ichigo held out to her. "It is."

Yuzu and Karin had fallen asleep after the end of the third movie they'd watched together. It was past midnight now, and Ichigo had led her up to the roof of the house, spreading out blankets and whatnot. Rukia hadn't understood, at first, but when Ichigo blushed and hurriedly said he'd go make hot chocolate, she realized.

Kurosaki Ichigo had brought her up here for stargazing.

He sat down next to her, easily moving an arm around her to pull her close. They sat in silence for a while, sipping occasionally.

Rukia watched in the corner of her eye as a tiny drop escaped Ichigo's lips falling to the center of his bottom lip. She moved up suddenly, leaning forward and gently swiping her tongue against his bottom lip without thinking.

He seemed surprised, staring at her face as she stared into his. She blushed suddenly, unsure whether or not to look away, but his eyes grew dazed and he leaned forward, capturing her lips with his.

They remained like that innocent kisses that melted into a french kiss that resulted in her climbing into his lap because suddenly their brains screamed closer! get closer! and it was then that Ichigo broke the kiss.

He was breathless- they both were, really- and he stared into her bright, cooling eyes and innocently confessed, "I love you, Rukia."

Her arms tightened around his neck and she stared at him with a speechless look for a moment, before leaning forward and pressing her cheek to his. "I love you, Ichigo."