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Chapter 10: Old Friends, New Looks

Yamamoto looked at Byakuya when he began to inform him about Ichigo's training. Yamamoto knew that Ichigo had become stronger. He could feel his immense spiritual pressure from his office.

Byakuya said," He has advanced farther than any shinigami I have ever met. He completely mastered Bankai and is able to use all the styles of Zanjutsu. His kido skills possess the same growth as his other abilities. He is able to use level 85 Bakudo and Hado."

Yamamoto glared at the young Captain and said," Impossible. Even Captain Hitsugaya wasn't able to reach that level in that short amount of time! How powerful do you think he is?"

Byakuya cleared his throat and said," From what I had seen of Kurosaki, he may be twice, maybe three times as powerful as myself. But if he ever learns to control his inner Hollow and his divine spiritual energy, his powers could be infinite."

Yamamoto nodded," That will be all." Yamamoto looked down and began sorted his papers. He looked up again and saw that Byakuya was still there.

Byakuya said," If I am allowed to speak, I would like Kurosaki to be raised to Captain status immediately."

Yamamoto slammed his papers on his desk and said," Out of the question! He is not qualified to be a Captain."

Byakuya gave the Commander a smirk and said," Let's see. He achieved Bankai, mastered all four forms of Shinigami combat, defeated three Captains in combat, killed one of them, and could possibly defeat you. I think that is more than enough." Byakuya continued to glared at Yamamoto.

Yamamoto said," The next Captaincy test is in three months. If he is able to pass all four tests, I'll consider it."

Byakuya smiled," Who ever you pit him up against, Kurosaki will defeat them no problem."

Yamamoto gave the nobleman an evil smirk," We'll see."


Ichigo was sipping on sake while Orihime told him about their time at the Academy. They were laughing, having a good time.

Ishida looked at Ichigo and said," So Ichigo, I see you haven't changed."

Ichigo stopped sipping his cup and said," What do you mean?"

Ichida said," You're still leaking spiritual energy. I though that after five years of training, you would at least be able to hide some of your spiritual energy."

Ichigo said," I have." Then Ichigo put up his arm and revealed a black wristband with the image of a skull on it. " Even though I am able to control my spiritual pressure, I wasn't able to hide all of it. So Byakuya made this in order to seal what I couldn't hide. What you sense now is the same as when I first started training."

" You probably have enough spiritual energy to level Soul Society." said an all to familiar voice.

Ichigo turned around and saw Rukia behind him. He was stunned. She had changed so much since they left. She grew to about 5 feet. She had a slender build and her tight robe showed all of her curves and areas of her body she was embarrassed to show before. Her hair was longer, not by a lot, but longer. She had a sash that revealed her to be the lieutenant of the 13th division. Ichigo was in awe.

Rukia smiled and said," You okay?"

Ichigo snapped himself back into reality and said," Yeah. It's just been a while that's all."

Orihime pushed Ichigo out of the way and said," It's great to see you again Rukia-san." She bowed respectfully to Rukia. Little midget bitch. Then shoots back up and begins laughing.

Ishida said," It's nice to see you again Rukia. It feels like old times doesn't it?"

Chad remained silent. But he turned towards Rukia and smiled.

Then Renji walks up to Ichigo and said," So the Savior of Soul Society returns." He then give Ichigo a hug. Renji hadn't changed much since training began. But Ichigo did notice that Renji was wearing a Captain's robe with the 3rd division insignia on it.

Ichigo smiled and said," It's good to see you too. So do I call you Renji or Captain Abarai?"

Renji smirked," Normally you would call me Captain. But I'll make an exception in your case."

"KUROSAKI!!" yelled Kenpachi running towards Ichigo at full speed with Yachiru always on his back.

Ichigo shrugged and said," Oh great."

Kenpachi stopped and said," Kurosaki, you are finally done your training. Now we can fight to the death." Then Kenpachi unsheathed his nameless zanpakuto and began laughing manically.

Ishida sighed and said," When will this guy take the hint?"

Ichigo smiled and said," Sure. I'll duel you. I'll met you in one hour."

Kenpachi just began laughing and started running off.

Rukia and Orihime slapped Ichigo in the back of his head and said in unison," What the hell did you do that for?!"

Ichigo said," I did it for two reasons. One, I need a way to show off my skills. And two, it will be that only way to make him stop."

Ishida said," This is crazy Ichigo. He could kill you."

Ichigo began to laugh and said," Uryu, you should worry about Kenpachi. He's the one whose in for a world of hurt."


Ichigo vs Kenpachi. Who will win. Will Ichigo stand a chance? Will Kenpachi? Please review.