Ultrabross's Vision

CHP25: Holding Off

The group of three prolonged down the street almost to the point of directionless. Only thing that helped their situation was if Gin transferred into full werewolf form. Moka's scent was extremely vague due to the distance between her and them. In werewolf form his senses and abilities would heighten tenfold but there were far too many people around for the option to plausible. Upon crossing the street a warehouse came into view. By looking at it one might guess it hadn't been in use for some time.

A couple windows in the front were smashed and others cracked. The paint over the building looked to be coming off as well further confirming just how old it was. Gin led them to the building pushing open the unlocked front entrance. Tsukune and Kurumu looked at each other questioning why he led them to the particular location. Next thing they knew he entered the warehouse both following behind him.

"Gin Senpai what is the meaning of this? I thought Moka was the other way." Tsukune said.

"Yes that is true but honestly it would take us hours before reaching her. We can't even say for certain she won't soon be on the move again. I want to get her just as much as either of you, but I think right now a little rest would be great for us all. First thing after sunrise we go after Moka, we'll be in better shape and have a lot more energy. As is we'd only tire ourselves out with so much walking."

"Maybe but we can't rest when Moka is out there alone. Who knows what those guys might do to her, the longer we wait around. I refuse to rest until after I know she's safe and if you want to sit and rest than be my guest but I'm going after Moka San!"

Kurumu nodded feeling similar to Tsukune, "He's right. We shouldn't sit around until after we've found her. Somehow I knew following Ichigo through that portal was gonna end up being trouble. If Moka were to get hurt or worse none of us would be able to forgive ourselves."

"Good, if that's the way both you feel than I wish you luck," Gin stretched his arms yawning, "Me on the other hand is a different story. I'm going to get some shut eye and be ready to go once the sunrises at full strength."

Only after taking two steps Kurumu pulled at Gin's ear from behind, "Like you have a say in the matter! How are we able to accurately track Moka without you? Besides I don't think it's a good idea for us to further separate ourselves than we already have."

Gin quickly pushed away from Kurumu advancing further into the warehouse.

"If you want to stay together as a group we remain here for the duration of the night. That or you two can go out there on your own. Journey together and I should have no problem tracking and catching up with you in the morning. Who knows maybe if you get far enough you can send me a postcard." He grinned gazing at them both.

Next he looked to a staircase out in front of them which led to another floor just above them, "If either of you decide to stay, great. If not, later." He traveled up the stairs ready to explore.

Neither Tsukune nor Kurumu could believe his decision. They couldn't understand how he could conceivably rest when one of their closes friends was in the middle of nowhere undoubtedly surrounded by danger. Kurumu was just about ready to grab hold of Gin and force him out the door alongside her and Tsukune. Without him their chances of getting anywhere were slim and in all likelihood she and Tsukune would only get themselves more lost than they already were. The urge to finally be alone with Tsukune played back and forth through her head but knew there was only one logical option.

As much she hated to do so the succubus followed Gin up the steps, "Come Tsukune looks like we will remain here for the night."

Elsewhere Ichigo drifted from side to side having finally come into contact with a hollow. The hollow in question had pale brown eyes, talons like an eagle on its eight legs. The hollow in question stood over twenty five feet tall.

It's mask was much like any other hollow except strangely took on a gray tone and spikes hanging out the back of its head,

"Never say never! A shinigami right before my very eyes now that's what I'm talkin about!" The hollow licked its lips darting toward Ichigo. Ichigo eluded the enemy slicing at the side of its head. It jumped into the air releasing a power beam of some sort through its eyes. Ichigo zoomed in close punching the hollow into the ground.

"A lot more fun than expected, and once I devour you it'll be just that much more worth it! Is there more of you around? If so I can hardly wait. Shinigamis are my favorite meal if yah know what I mean." The hollow licked its lips.

The hollow stared Ichigo down taking off and flying toward him. It swung all eight legs trying to stab and cut at him. A couple miles away Moka finished her bath inside the hidden base. She dried off with a towel hanging over the railing and wrapped her hair in another. One thing she didn't want was dressing back in her school uniform so instead looked around. Outside the hall she went through a couple closets before coming across a collection of White T-shirts. By looking at each knew they were custom fit to a larger individual than herself.

"Hope Ichigo doesn't mind me borrowing this." Moka grinned.

After completely drying she threw the shirt over her head and in length traveled down past her knees. She felt about ready to call it a night yawning. Through the main area she entered and the first thing that came into sight was the Rosario. She took it into her hands looking it over a couple moments ultimately placing it over the computer top.

"A night of being out can't be so bad."

XXX

Dozed and faint a woman tried freeing herself from a pole. She'd been drugged, her vision and overall senses lacking to the usual standard. Four individuals sat around playing cards at a table while another smoked. Each wore business suits, similar ties and shoes. The fifth person moved beside the woman blowing smoke into her face, "How's it hanging babe? Until we receive ransom money you and your buds aint goin nowhere."

The piece of cloth over her mouth made it so she couldn't speak. She held back the tears that formed in her eyes. The lights within the space shut down followed by the sound of gunshots from his accomplices. Shattering of the table and cries of pain followed and as he removed his hand from the wall and reached for his weapon his head was bashed into the side of a wall falling unconscious. The lights were then restored. She'd seen and heard stories about him in the newspapers but never imagined she'd see him in person. She had no doubt it was none other than the Dark Knight standing before her.

"Lisa Hall?" He asked removing the cloth from her mouth.

"Yes." She replied with joy.

He went on to remove the constraints around her ankles and wrists. Lisa was a CEO to a successful business across town and was taken hostage three weeks ago for a ransom of eighteen million with various others.

"You don't know how relieved I AM," She jumped forward wrapping her arms around his armored torso, "Thank you Batman. There are many others scattered up ahead, twenty of us in total I believe. Dead Shot has them on different floors and blocks."

"Leave Dead Shot and his men to me. I'll rescue the remaining hostages and put an end to this. The coast is clear out front you should be clear to go and notify the police of what's going on here, by then I should have things wrapped up."

She did as he suggested heading straight through the nearest exit across the room.

XXX

Overhead Ichigo gazed down on the city focused on returning to the concealed base. His battle with the hollow ended like it had with many others like it. Unlike the circumstance concerning his previous mission Ichigo felt especially confident he'd wrap things up with the hollows creeping around. He thought about Moka and the reality she followed him from the Yokai realm with Tsukune. First thing tomorrow would be dedicated to finding Tsukune. It seemed like there was always something getting in the way of his objective.

The mountain side came into view ahead, picking up his pace and touching down in front of the entrance. One advantage about being in spirit form was endurance. Physically he was in great shape far as his physical body but after everything that occurred the past couple hours he'd be about ready to pass out. Doing as he'd done before Ichigo followed the proper steps enabling himself to enter. Upon stepping into the main area he was shocked at how dark the entire space was. Had it not been for the light coming from the computer's screensaver he wouldn't have been able to see anything.

Everything was extremely silent and if at all possible a mouse squeak could easily be heard if one had been around. Immediately he thought of Moka figuring she must have turned in for the night. The Rosario itself was situated over the desktop just below the computer. Part of him couldn't believe she had not yet connected it back around her neck. He shrugged his shoulders not thinking much of it seeing as it meant little to him. It was dark yet still enough light for him to see and get around. The only thing on his mind was getting a good night's rest and going after it again the next morning.

He wondered around for a couple moments before re entering the automatic doors to where his body laid. It was literally almost pitch black so felt around locating and reinserting into his body. He situated both hands behind his head staring at the ceiling. The side door was partially left open resulting in light from the computer screen peeking through. He removed his hands from behind his head resting his head over the pillow and that is when she came to mind. If Moka did turn in for the night where was she? Far as he knew there was only one bedroom.

It was in that instant he really started thinking and without hesitation rolled over on his side and before long bit at his tongue. Because of how dark things were he couldn't see but could feel a presence beside him. Little by little his eyes adjusted to the darkness and soon had a clear enough vision to confirm what he knew. She was asleep on her side facing the opposite way to him. He slowly revolved over on his back again looking to the ceiling, "What the hell's going on? I can't sleep in the same bed with her!" Ichigo contemplated silently.

For the next couple moments he thought about what he should do considering taking to the floor. Not even a second later he heard and felt movement from the other side of the bed. Ichigo stiffened biting at his lower lip freezing in place not moving a single muscle. Gradually he peeked from the corner of his eye and felt his heart jump at those familiar red eyes gazing down on him. Surprisingly they had somewhat a glow.

"Moka…" He uttered moving a couple inches the other way.

Propped up on the pillow against the wall beside him her chin rested in the palm of her hand. It was hard to make out but felt certain she had smile on her face. He pushed up as well positioning on his side as he had been moments earlier.

"You're a really deep sleeper. I tried waking you a couple times but you didn't flinch. Hope you didn't mind me slipping into bed with you. Like Omote I believe this place of yours could really use a makeover, but really who am I to judge."

Ichigo scratched at his hair taking his eyes off her.

"I can sleep on the ground if you'd feel more comfortable, you're a guest after all." Ichigo suggested.

Due to her heightened vampire senses she could hear the change in his blood flow.

"You seem nervous…everything ok?" She asked pushing off her elbows and moving closer to him, "The bed is plenty big enough for us both. If you're afraid I might bite don't be, long as you stay on your side and don't touch me we'll be good." Moka said falling back the over the pillow and closing her eyes.

Ichigo looked at her for awhile before turning on his side facing the other way. Uncomfortable as it was sleeping beside Moka he did his best not think about it. He closed his eyes and with the passing of a couple minutes began to doze off. Before he could completely fall under her voice brought him back.

"Ichigo I'm hungry."

"Go and help yourself to the kitchen."

He had no idea what sort of food was stored in the cabinets. Since arrival and his self tour of the facility that was one place he neglected to look through.

"That isn't what I meant..." Moka whispered into his ear.

The hairs on Ichigo's back stood, flipping over to see Moka's face just a couple inches from his. They looked each other in the eyes and for numerous moments didn't withdraw. Moka made the first move lowering her head closing her eyes, "What the hell!" Is all Ichigo could think. Her lips appeared to be moving closer to his but at the last instant went for his neck instead. Opening her mouth she buried her fangs into the side of his neck. Ichigo instantly tugged at the back of her long hair forcing her off him.

"What was that for? That isn't any way to treat a friend, especially a girl."

Ichigo sat up flipping on the small lamp beside to bed, "Most girls I know aren't out to suck my blood! Didn't I already tell you I'm not food?! What I told your other half applies to you as well no exceptions. Just a minute ago you said you wouldn't bite what a bunch of bull! Plus how does you drinking my blood benefit me? Exactly it doesn't, I gain nothing from it. Tsukune and whoever else might be on the menu but not me got it?!"

Flashing her eye lashes a couple times Moka smirked. Ichigo didn't know what to make of it keeping his guard up.

"There is always something to gain."

"What do you mean?"

Moka threw her hair back grinning seductively, "How about a trade? You let me drink a portion of your blood and in return you can have whatever you want," She moved next to him running her hand over the lower part of his leg, "I think we know what you and every other guy wants. I saw the way you looked at me back at the dance and even when you awakened me earlier tonight. If I were in your shoes I'd want me to. As I told you before only someone that cares about me is capable of removing the Rosario," She leaned in close lips right next to his ear, "You wanna make love to me dontcha?"

"Wooh woohh hold on I never said any of that!"

"You didn't have to…I can see it in your eyes. Just say yes and I'm all yours." She lifted her hand off his leg running it over his face.

"Are you being serious this time or is this j…"

Moka was unable to hold a straight face for any longer laughing aloud and shoving Ichigo's head into the pillow, "You should have seen the look on your face Kurosaki Kun! I got you so excited didn't I?" She chuckled.

He pushed her away getting out of bed.

"Enough of this I'm sleeping on the ground!" Ichigo pronounced.

"No," She grabbed at his arm, "You don't have to do that, and I swear not to torment you anymore. I promise to be a good girl and not bother you again." She crawled on her knees and hands getting under the covers on the other side of the bed. Ichigo frowned looking her over before eventually shutting off the light getting in bed next to her.

Part of him couldn't wait for her to reconnect the Rosario. At least with the outer side he knew what to expect but with Ura Chan it was an entirely different story.

To Be Continued