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Warning: just a small amount of mature language in this one

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Tuesday

"Well, well, well…this is a rare treat. Emo boy has asked me to hang out!"

"I have asked you to hang out…plenty of times..."

"Name one time in the past 3 months?"

"…"

"Haha no worries I am not offended. I got my Nel after all. She keeps me plenty busy. So..What's up man?"

Ulquiorra had asked Grimmjow for coffee at their favorite café called Espada. Despite Grimmjow's looks he was a sucker for sugary coffee drinks. The pair would often go to Espada after a long day of classes or Sunday mornings. Ulquiorra liked the espresso. He had alternative plans to asking his friend to coffee today. He needed advice.

"Well…I was wondering. Where do you go with Nel on your dates?"

Grimmjow almost spat out his coffee. Ulquiorra thought it was a huge overreaction and waited for him to stop coughing. Grimmjow then had a huge grim plastered on his face.

"OHHHHH…..And why would you want to know such things, hmm? Is there a reason you need to know some date spots? Hmm? HMMM?"

Ulquiorra wished he never asked him now. It wasn't like he never went on a date before, but he wanted to make thing special with Orihime. They had been secretly dating now for almost two months. Both of them were rather paranoid about anyone from school finding out, so they mostly had home dates. Ulquiorra didn't mind too much though. Their time at each other's apartments was never a dull moment. He had never been in a relationship that seemed so natural. It was also a pleasant surprise that both of them couldn't keep their hands off one another. They had great chemistry mentally and physically. Sometimes it was hard for him to considerate in class. All he wanted to do was look at her and pin her down on top of her desk and have his way. The only thing he suffered from was lack of sleep. They had made it a habit to have sleepovers which either ended in them talking all-night or having some steamy sex. He wanted to make Orihime as happy as she deserved.

Which is why he called Grimmjow. Grimmjow was actually a very caring boyfriend to Nel. They had been together for years and they were still in the honeymoon stage. Ulquiorra often remembered Grimmjow telling him of his elaborate dates, most of them happened outside the city of Los Noches. He wanted to know where was good and what places to avoid. Ulquiorra sucked up his pride and answered Grimmjow.

"Yes, I want to impress a date somewhere outside of the city. Can you suggest anything?"

"Who is itttt"

"Why should I say if I have the feeling you already know…"

"Because I wanna hear ya say it!...c'monnn whooo is it"

"Seriously Grimmjow…so immature"

"Is it perhaps a certain red haired lady?"

"Stop."

"You know I will not until to tell me…."

"…Orihime"

"Hahahaha about damn time man. When did this happen? Finally break that serious teacher persona and give her some afterschool discipline?"

"You're trash."

Ulquiorra always regretted the time he got drunk and talked about his love for her. Grimmjow constantly teased him about it and he felt like it was only going to get worse.

"So you have suggestions or not?"

"Calm down Emo boy. I got tons of places. Better yet how about I show you some good ones. Our lovely girlfriends are at school for half of Saturday anyway. Then they are going to hang out. I will be bored. Just as long as I am back before nighttime, Ikkaku's cousin and friends are coming into town and we figured we would show them how to party."

"That isn't actually a bad plan…."

"You can come to the party ya know or is that still a no no for you 'Teach'?"

Ulquiorra thought for a moment. It has been months since he last went to a party with Grimmjow. He would owe him after this. Orihime would be spending the whole day with Nel. He was pretty sure Nel would want to join Grimmjow later in the night and drag Orihime to it. He didn't like the idea of underage drinking. But having her there would be nice too. He felt like it could be a nice surprise as well. It was about time he hung out with his girlfriend and friends together.

"Why not."

"haha! My man!"

"Just don't expect me to do a beer bong…"

"I make no promises."

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Saturday

Orihime was tired. She had been sitting in a college prep seminar for the past 3 hours. It was suppose to prepare them for life outside of high school. At this point almost everyone had picked, or was waiting to hear what colleges they were going to go to. Orihime wanted to go to the same college as Ulquiorra and Grimmjow. It wasn't because he was there but because they had a well-known culinary arts program. She wanted to be a pastry chef. Moving to Los Noches was always in her plan, it just happened sooner then expected.

Nel was also half asleep. Nel had planned on going to the same school too. Her reasons were more to do with Grimmjow then education. No matter, it was nice that she could continue being her friend. She had grown rather attached to her green haired friend. She remembered when she came to Los Noches High School and wanted nothing to do with anybody. Orihime still didn't want to make friends but Nel and Grimmjow were expectations.

Orihime eventually told Nel about Ulquiorra, in which she already knew from Grimmjow. She couldn't help but laugh at Ulquiorra for not sharing with his friend even though they already knew. Orihime and Nel had a bet on how long it would take for him to confess they were together to Grimmjow. Orihime said 3 months and Nel said 6.

The clock finally struck 4pm and they were free. Orihime and Nel had plans to get an early dinner and then go shopping. After that they were going to hang out at Orihime's before going to a party of one of Grimmjow's friends. Orihime didn't want to go at first but Ulquiorra said it would be good for her after a boring day of college seminars. He just advised she didn't drink, which Orihime didn't plan to after last time.

"HIIIMMMMEEEE WE AREE FREEEEE! Free at last freeeee!"

"Where do you want to eat Nel?"

"OHH I want to go to DonChakkas! I hear they have great deals if you eat before 5:30pm!"

"Nel…That is called an early bird special, haha"

"Whatever! Cheaper food! And they have good stuff!"

"Okay, okay DonChakkas it is."

"Yay! Let me run to my locker real quick! Meet me by the school gate?"

"Okay…but hurry up! I am hungry!"

Nel ran off toward her locker on the other side of school. Orihime slowly went towards the school gate. She went through her bag and pulled out her phone. She decided to give Ulquiorra a text. Like always he was quick to respond.

Orihime: Seminar DONE! I have never been so bored in my life!

Ulquiorra: Congratulations. What are you and Nel going to do?

Orihime: Food time! We are headed to DonChakkas. Nel seems to like it. Never been. How are you?

Ulquiorra: DonChakkas is decent. May I suggest the pork rice bowl? I am currently grading papers and studying at the library on campus…. It is more exciting then it sounds.

Orihime: Wow…sound like a party.

Ulquiorra: Don't be jealous

Orihime: You caught me.

Orihime had a smile on her face as she walked and texted on her phone. She went through the doors and was now outside in the courtyard headed to the main gate. The weather was beautiful. It was a warm spring day without a cloud in the sky. Orihime knew Ulquiorra would be in the library all day so she decided to take a picture for him. She turned the phone to her face making sure to get plenty of the blue sky and budding trees. She clicked after making a silly face.

"Annnd goofy selfie SENT hehe"

Orihime kept looking at her phone waiting for his reply. She was hoping for a return photo. Her focus was interrupted when she heard someone call her name. It made Orihime stop in her tracks. It was a voice she hadn't heard in months.

No, you are imagining things…. impossible.

"Orihime…"

Orihime shot her head up and was now staring at very familiar brown eyes. Her whole body stiffened.

"Ichigo?"

"Orih-"

"NO! What are you doing here?"

"I wanted to talk to you but you wouldn't pick up your phone.."

"I told you I never wanted to see OR hear from you again…"

"But I-"

"Leave. Please leave….I don't want to make a scene…not here"

"Orihime? Who's dat?"

Orihime whipped around and saw Nel. She had never been happier to see her. Once Nel looked at Orihime her expression changed from relaxed to serious. Then she ran up and grabbed Orihime by the arm.

"Sorry Mr. Orange hair! My friend and I have food to eat! Let's go Orihime! The specials the specials!"

Orihime noticed that Nel shot him a face she had never seen before. She had glared at him as to say 'do not follow'. It was almost like she morphed into Grimmjow. Ichigo watched wide-eyed as the green haired girl quickly dragged Orihime. They moved quickly to get out of Ichigo sight. Orihime's mind was going crazy.

How did he find me? Why is he here? What does he want?

"Orihime are you okay? Who was that?"

Nel looked very concerned for her. Orihime was currently breathing rapidly. She almost felt like she would have a panic attack. Everything in her life was going perfect. It was just like the past to come a try and take her down. The same questions keep repeating in her head. Nel grew more worried the longer she remained silent.

Orihime had not told Nel about her past. All Nel knew was that her brother had died and that Orihime wanted to move closer to a potential college. There was no way she could explain Ichigo without telling her the full story. It was hard enough when she told Ulquiorra. After a while, Orihime looked at Nel. Her friend was holding her hand waiting till she was ready to speak.

"Nel…. Can you come to my house now?"

"Yes, Lets no…Keep your head down…I will be on the look out for him"

"Thank you Nel…"

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Ulquiorra looked at his phone. He had sent Orihime a text, but she hadn't replied yet. She still had yet to read the message. It had been a few hours since he sent it but he shook off any suspicions because he knew she was probably having a good time with Nel. He was in the car with Grimmjow coming back from outside the city. It had been a long day but Grimmjow took him to an art village, a waterfall, and a famous bakery. He had to hand it to his friend; they were all perfect for a date. Especially the bakery, he knew Orihime would love to visit.

By the time they returned to Los Noches it was almost 7pm. Ulquiorra and Grimmjow shared dinner together before it was time to prep for the party. They were in charge of buying different types of booze. Before the liquor store, Grimmjow parked outside Ulquiorra's apartment.

"I am giving you 5 minutes to get changed and don't even think about stopping in and seeing your girl! Nel hasn't messaged me all day either so I have a feeling they are having a blast."

"Yes, yes.."

"Now hurry up Batman! Those drinks won't buy themselves!"

Ulquiorra rolled his eyes as he got out of the car. He slightly regretted saying yes to the party now. He was never good with groups of people. Parties weren't really his scene. The thought of surprising Orihime was making him stick through it. At least he still hoped Nel wouldn't tell her beforehand. He was a little nervous. This would be the first time he would hang out in public with her. He wasn't sure how to act.

He looked up and saw that Orihime's lights were on. A small smile graced his lips. He was glad she became friends with Nel. Both of the girls needed a friend. Nel as bubbly as she was never really had friends and Orihime was pretty much turned off by the idea of friends after Karakura Town. Ulquiorra was one to talk though. His only friend was Grimmjow and later Nel. In a way they were all misfits and somehow came together.

Tonight will be great

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"…. Orihime I am so sorry. I-I had no idea.."

Orihime looked at Nel who was sitting across from her on the couch. She had tears in her eyes. Orihime told her everything. At first it took a while to speak, but Nel made her feel comfortable. She talked about Ichigo and the desk and how she was treated.

"I wanna punch that stupid strawberry!"

"Haha…Thanks Nel… but you know I feel better now…"

"Why was he here?"

"I have no idea. I told no one where I was … and anyone I did…. wouldn't tell him."

"Oh your brothers friends?"

"Yea…"

"What will you do if you see him again?"

"I am not sure… Maybe ask how he found me? Kick him in the nuts?"

"Would you think about talking to him?"

"Ughh…"

"I can have Grimmjow scare him away! Grimmy is really good at yelling at people haha"

"Thanks Nel…but if it is okay with you…I want to see Ulquiorra. So is it okay that I skip the party? He should be back from studying by now…"

"Oh ummm about that…He kinda.. Is like…. there?"

"Huh?"

"He wanted to surprise you…so he is already with Grimmy getting the party started.."

"Ulquiorra?"

"Yes"

"At a party?"

"Yessss"

"Ulquiorra?"

"Mhmmm! Hehe… Jeez Orihime!"

"Well this definitely is a day full of surprises."

"Should we call him? I am sure he will rush back if you ask him too."

"No. Lets go. I want to be with my boyfriend and friends tonight. It well help"

"Okay! Then in that case let's get glammed up! Lookin hot always makes me feel better!"

"Sure thing, Nel."

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10 minutes in and Ulquiorra remembered why he wasn't into parties. They were loud and smelled of stale beer. He was friends with no one, besides Grimmjow who was busy chatting it up with everyone. Orihime still had not texted him. He was starting to get a little uneasy but he also knew she was horrible at checking her phone. He held his cup up to his lips and took a small sip. It burned going down. He hadn't had hard liquor in a long time. The extent to his alcohol consumption was a glass of wine here and there. Grimmjow had forced the solo cup into his hand upon arrival.

"Hey Cifer… help us unload the stuff from Grimmjow's car!"

Ulquiorra looked up from his drink at the two men. Grimmjow was with his friend Ikkaku, who was the host of the party. Like Grimmjow, Ikkaku had a somewhat intimidating face. It didn't help matters that his completely shaved his head. He was almost as hot headed as Grimmjow. Despite this, Ulquiorra liked Ikkaku. They weren't exactly friends but they were friendly enough with each other. Ulquiorra gladly followed them to get away from the noise. As they walked he listened in on their conversation.

"Hey Grim, when is Nel getting here?"

"Soon I think? She hasn't texted or called me all day. Too busy with Ulquiorra's girlfriend to care about poor old me… When is that pizza coming? "

Grimmjow!

"Girlfriend? Wow…and here I thought you were some antisocial uptight workaholic. Can't wait to meet the girl. I expect some nerdy bookworm….."

"No way Ikkaku. She is a looker! Not as good as my Nel but I must say Batman did a good job!"

Annoying…

"Enough. We came out here to unload the car did we not? I would appreciate you not talking about my personal matters."

Ulquiorra walked past the two men and toward the car. Ikkaku had a huge grin on his face. It was clear that he wanted to tease him further. It dawned on Ulquiorra that having Orihime here might cause a lot of unwanted attention. She was indeed beautiful and Ulquiorra was known for his gloomy and unfriendly demeanor. Personality wise, him and Orihime were not the same. Ulquiorra let out a big sigh as he got closer to the car. He could hear them laughing to themselves behind him.

This will be a long night….

"Hey Ikkaku! Sorry we are late! I totally got lost coming back haha"

"You idiot! We have gone to that same pizza joint since we were kids. EVERY TIME YOU VISITED. How can you get lost? Maybe it is those crazy eyebrows you got going on there?"

Ulquiorra was face down in the trunk when the new visitors arrived. He could have cared less who they were. He was guessing it was Ikkaku's cousin and friends. He just wanted Orihime to get here already. He checked his phone one more time to see if he had any messages. There was still nothing. He decided to give her a quick text.

Ulquiorra: Hey how is your night? Having fun with Nel?

Ulquiorra hadn't been paying attention at all to the conversation that the others were having. Grimmjow was chitchatting away like always. After putting his phone back in his pocket he continued to put bottles inside of boxes ignoring everyone. Before he was finished he heard his name being called.

"Hey Ulquiorra your from Karakura Town right? Small world! These people are too!"

Ulquiorra slowly turned his head and began to roll his eyes. There was only 1 high school/ middle school in Karakura Town, so chances were he probably knew or would recognize these people. He didn't feel like making small talk or "bonding" over a shared town and school. When his head turned toward them he was met with 3 pairs of familiar eyes, one pair seemed to recognize whom he was. Ichigo Kurosaki.

Ulquiorra felt his blood begin to boil as he stared at the orange haired man. There was a deep pool of hatred rising up in him. This man was filth. He had abandoned Orihime and treated her like garbage. He wanted to punch him in the face. He wanted to scream at him and make him feel the same things she did. Ulquiorra was pulled out of rage by Grimmjow's voice.

"Dude? What's up?"

He didn't notice that he was glaring at Ichigo. He wanted to do so many things but it wasn't the time. He decided to play it cool for now and find his moment later. He wouldn't let him go so easily. Ulquiorra quickly grabbed one of the boxes in his hands.

"Ah yes sorry…. I am. Small world..yes. If you will excuse me I need to finished unloading the boxes. Grimmjow mind getting the other one?"

"Don't worry about him... He is just antisocial. I will see you guys inside! The pizza will get cold!"

The group walked to the house after Ikkaku led the way. Ulquiorra could see Ichigo glancing back at him a few times before he was completely in the house. Grimmjow was looking at Ulquiorra like he was crazy.

"Wha-"

"Grimmjow call Nel NOW. Say to tell Orihime not to come."

"What? Why?"

"Please, Orihime can't be here"

"Dude what is the matter?"

"Grimmjow...please…"

Grimmjow seemed to understand and pulled out his phone. Ulquiorra did the same and tired to dial Orihime. He didn't want her to see him. She didn't need any reminder of her past. Her phone rang several times before it went to voice mail. He hung up and looked at Grimmjow to see if he got ahold of Nel.

"Anything?"

"No ..Nel didn't pick up…what is the matter? Should I be worried about something?"

"Ugh try her again!"

Grimmjow looked at him confused. Ulquiorra was clearly loosing his cool. He texted Orihime and tried calling her over and over again. Grimmjow did the same and was growing more worried as he watched Ulquiorra panic. Finally one got through.

"Nel? Why didn't you answer your phone?"

Ulquiorra spun around and grabbed the phone right out of Grimmjow's hand.

"What the hell Ulquiorra!"

Ulquiorra ignored his protests and talked into the phone.

"Nel. Where are you? Are you with Orihime?"

"Haha turn around silly!"

Ulquiorra turned on his heel quickly and saw both Orihime and Nel a little further down the street. They were waving their hands in the air with big smiles on their faces. He could hear them scream "SURPRISE". As they started to happily walk over. Ulquiorra's mind went blank.

Fuck