Across Two Worlds

by Faye Chua

Separation doesn't mean forgetting, and reunion doesn't mean all that is unsaid will come to light. Spoilers for latest manga releases. UPDATED 7th May! Current drabbles: Ichigo makes decisions and Rukia contemplates her place in Ichigo's world.

3. All Falls Down

Post 188 drabble, spoilers for chapter 195
Word Count: 100
For IchiRuki LJ theme #37 losing my grip

All Falls Down

Rukia is fine. She no longer has a malfunctioning gigai, and her shinigami powers are recovering quickly. She gets along better with Aniki now, though the both of them are still akward in their attempts to talk. Recently she went back to the 13th division, and caught up with Ukitake-taichou. She's finally returned, and she's happy she stayed.

Then Renji comes to the Kuchiki residence after the captain's meeting. He's all broad grins and swagger, as if he's very pleased about something. "We're going to the human world to help Ichigo with the Allankar. Wanna come along?"

Her world shatters.

A/N:
Thanks to YunCyn, anGeL Hinaningyou and sinmay for their encouragement!