Disclaimer: I do not own Bleach or it's character, that right belongs to Tite Kubo. Nor do I own InuYasha or it's characters, that right belongs to Rumiko Takahashi.
Unconcerned green eyes lifted to stare at the men before him as he held out the offending she-creature. It was safe to assume he was not amused, finding the damn girl in his quarters, leaving wet, sticky, and slimy feet and handprints in their wake, until they had collapsed and curled into a small ball in the space behind his favorite chair (the only one in his room) and the wall.
Ulquiorra was sure he'd never known they were there if not for his door being slightly ajar and that messy trail. The she-creature gave off no spiritual energy at all that he could tell. But even now, his skin was tingling from where his hand was grasping them by the back of their neck. While they smartly stayed limp and submissive in his grasp.
"Oh, you've found her?" Gin exclaimed.
Shifted his eyes just a little, so they were focused on the former Shinigami, looking unperturbed. The man just smiled wider. He didn't understand this particular person, nor did he want or care to. And as long as Gin was loyal to Aizen, he would have no problem with him.
"Ulquiorra, where did you find her?" Aizen asked.
Again he just shifted his eyes, so he was solely focused on his leader, creator. He was noting a hint of amusement in the depths of Aizen's brown eyes.
"My room," he stated.
The small smile that appeared on Aizen's face at his statement was a bit disconcerting. And Ulquiorra watched as those same brown eyes narrowed while honing in on the she-creature he held. The look was one Ulquiorra had seen before and meant that Aizen was angry with the she-creature.
"Oh!? She got rather far," Gin mused aloud. "And look... she has a hollow hole forming... sort of."
Ulquiorra had noted when he'd found the she-creature and pulled her from her hiding spot that she was completely nude. But he had not seen a hollow hole on her person. And he had seen all of her, still was.
"Indeed," Aizen said. "I wondered why it is forming now? When it hasn't been able to during the hollowfication process."
Remaining silent as he filed the information away. Ulquiorra watched as Aizen stepped forward, closing the short distance. His intent is clear to take the strange she-creature from him. And he would be happy to get rid of her too.
"I am sorry for inconveniencing you. She got out somehow from her tank," Aizen said as he reached for the she-creature.
In the next second, Ulquiorra was astounded, though he didn't show it. The tiny she-creature began to struggle, making inarticulate, choking sounds. Little hands were coming up to claw at his wrist, while her legs kicked out at an unamused Aizen. Who had one hand wiping spit from his face. Eyes were flashing with his anger.
"I don't think she liked you, Sosuke," Gin remarked.
Kaname moved forward the moment Gin spoke, hand snaking out to clamp tightly on the she-creatures elbow as she continued to claw at his hand. Then the world exploded in a brilliant silver and lilac swirls, causing him to let the she-creature go. That tingling sensation now covered his whole body as shocked gasps, and cries of pain came from the former Shinigami.
"Well, that answers that question," Kaname growled after the light vanished.
When he was able to see, Ulquiorra noted whatever that light was, had caused the three men before him to have smoke waft from their bodies — making him take little interest in the small she-creature, who he felt pressing against the back of his body. Clinging to his clothes and getting the now dried slime all over his clothing.
"Fufufufu," Gin chuckled.
"This is not funny, Gin," Kaname hissed.
"You are right. It is hilarious. Look!" Gin said, pointing at Ulquiorra.
Feeling irate, Ulquiorra glared at the silver-haired man. While reaching behind him and pulling the clinging she-creature to stand before him.
"She seems to like our fourth Espada," Gin stated, the smile leaving his face as his eyes cracked open a bit wider, showing pale blue iris.'
He knew the man was becoming serious. Which never bode well for the others. Ulquiorra gave a small shake to the she-creature when she tried to dart back behind him again. Mildly surprised when she instantly complied and became still. She was standing before him. Though she leaned back against him or tried to, for apparent comfort.
"Aizen, what do you think? This is a rather interesting development," Gin said, his voice getting low and quiet.
"It is Gin. What are you thinking? She had not turned hollow after being under treatment for the last ten years," Aizen stated blithely.
Keeping his face blank, Ulquiorra wondered about that. Being turned into a hollow while still alive was how Aizen had been able to evolve all the Arrancar and Espada. The reverse of hollowfying Shinigami. And since the she-creature gave off no spiritual pressure, but had some type of ability that was harmful to the former Shinigami. He guessed she was a live human, who was somehow capable of fighting hollowfication.
"Well, you were going to let her out and test her. Why not do it now? You know how loyal Ulquiorra is to you, alone. Leave her in his care. He had no Fraccion to date of his own. And our little birdie, Kagome, seems rather taken with him," Gin explained.
The tone of Gins' voice was still soft and low. But Ulquiorra didn't like the maliciousness that slowly spread across the man's face. It was cold, cruel, and promising pain. It was setting him on edge, as he felt trembling come from the she-creature, Kagome.
"Gin, the girl is practically feral. Unable to even speak," Kaname snapped, displaying a rare bought of emotion.
"I know. She is making this idea even more perfect. Her being quiet should please Ulquiorra. Her personality has not been modified, just her physical being. Or did you not hear me say she has a hollow hole now? One that is very visible on her person," Ging hissed back at Kaname.
Through all this, Ulquiorra kept his gaze on Aizen. Watching the man as he silently processed everything. And it was clear the moment he'd reached a decision. The other two became silent, watching, and waiting now. Aizen reached for the she-creature again. Only to jerk his hand back as a low warning growl erupted from deep within the she-creature.
The smile that appeared on Aizen's face had Ulquiorra feeling as if he should have just tossed the she-creature on the floor before them and left.
"It seems a trial test run would be the best course, seeing as Kagome is protective of him," Aizen drawled. "So, if you'll do this, Ulquiorra, it helps us, me, out a lot."
He knew from the tone being used; there was no way to refuse. With a small nod of his head, Ulquiorra accepted. Silently he went through all he had heard and seen — not wanting to have the girl around. He never wanted a Fraccion. Now he was saddled with one, whose only upside was she didn't speak or make much noise.
"If you'll excuse...us," He said, giving a small bow before turning and walking from the room.
"Ulquiorra, you might want to dress your new pet... I mean, Fraccion. It's improper to let the little birdie roam around naked as a jaybird," Gin said, snickering openly at him.
Pausing briefly to let Gin know he heard him, Ulquiorra left the room. His ears were hearing the almost silent, soft footfalls of his new and unwanted Fraccion, Kagome, and not caring if she was clothed or not. But he would find her something since he was aware of the distinct personalities of a few of the other Espada and Arrancar in general.
TBC!
