HEY! It's been a while huh...I apologize. I've been working on some comic stuff and my other Fics. I was also trying to figure out how this chapter would go. This chapter was needed to move along the story and understand more on what's about to happen without giving away too much. But regardless I hope you enjoy it a bit.
Disclaimer: I don't own Bleach
Warnings: Mostly just cursing and the like. No sex yet lol
P.S If my grammar is messed up in some places I am truly sorry. I read it over like twice just to make sure so I hope I got everything, if not...Sorry
Shinji: HOLD THE PHONE! IS THAT JAEGERJAQUEZ AND THE BERRY?! O.O
Orihime: *Squeal* Are they finally together?! Wait! When did Grimm get back? ^.^b
Tatsuki: And after we tried keeping him away too :/
Orihime: You knew?!
Tatsuki: Yea Shiro told me. I guess a lot has happened since we left -_-
Renji: Wait what?! Not happening. We gotta get them away from each other.
Rukia: Yea that won't happen. ^.^
Nel: Aren't they cute though?! I'm so happy for them! :,D
Renji: This can't be happening!
Rukia: This will be fun.
Tatsuki: Does Shiro know?
Nel: Not yet, I'd thought maybe Itsygo will want to tell him personally .
Tatsuki: Hehe. C:
Nel put her phone away after she heard Ichigo said he wanted to go inside. She tried to put on her best poker face as if she didn't just take a picture of them making out and sent it to the group chat, excluding Shiro and Ichigo. After coming back from the mall with her mom, she squealed in excitement when she saw the two of them sitting out on the pool side, being closer than ever. She sneaked a pic, her mother reprimanding her of course about how that's wrong, but she herself was also happy for the two outside. She decided a lovely dinner was in order and left to the kitchen, leaving Nel to continue being….well Nel.
Ichigo opened the door to the living room, Grimmjow right behind him with a towel over his head, and one over his waist, his arms holding his discarded clothing. They both look up to see Nel sitting on the couch looking at them with her all-knowing Sea Green Eyes. They stared silently at each other until Grimmjow broke it with his hesitant question. "Welcome back?" He said as he continued to step into the house, thinking his sister was acting strange. "Ah, yea. I'm home," She answered. "Mom?"
"In the kitchen making some food," Nel answered as she glanced at Ichigo then back to Grimmjow. "Awesome. I'm hungry. I'll be right back Ichi, I'm gonna change," He stated as he made his way towards the entry way towards the hallway. Ichigo sat down across from Nel. The two staring at each other in question. "What's wrong with you?" Ichigo spoke up, wondering why Nel was oddly quiet. "Huh? Nothings wrong. Why do you think something's wrong?" Nel babbled. "Well for one your quiet. And the Nel I know doesn't know how to shut up…" Ichigo chuckled to himself. "Ah, well, I'm just tired! Yea! Tired from all the shopping I did," Nel tried her best to lie. Ichigo lifted a perfect brow and looked at her questioningly. Nel put on a smile and giggled. She inwardly thanked the gods when her mother came out with a plate of snacks and placed them in front of Ichigo and Nel.
"I thought you guys might want a snack," She said as she smiled at the two, looking between them to see they were still staring at each other. She shrugged and went back to finish dinner. "Nel, what are you doing this Friday?" Grimmjow asked as he came entered the room in a pair of baggy shorts and a t-shirt. He sat next to Ichigo and grabbed for a cracker that was on the tray his mom left them. "This Friday? Nothing in particular why?"
"Shinji is throwing me and Shiro a party for our Birthday and it would be nice if you came too," Ichigo stated as he pulled out his phone when it vibrated. He opened his phone and went to the message that was sent by Shiro. "It wouldn't be the same without yo-" Ichigo stopped talking when his face suddenly went red. Grimmjow looked over to him and peeked at his phone to see a picture of him and Ichigo kissing by the poolside. A smirk was placed on his lips as he watched Ichigo's flustered face. He threw his arms over Ichigo and pulled him close, giving him a kiss on the head. "Everyone was going to find out sooner or later. I figured Nel would pull something like this," He chuckled when Ichigo looked up at Nel with embarrassed eyes. "Ah…I couldn't help it! You guys looked so cute!" Nel gave up her façade. "So you took a picture of us and sent it?! That's an invasion of privacy!" Ichigo tried to push Grimmjow away to grab at her but Grimmjow held onto him tighter as he chuckled.
"Waah!" Nel yelled as she got off the couch and ran behind it. "I'm sorry! It's just I've been waiting for this to happen for years! I'm just so happy for you two that I had to tell everyone else!" Nel cried as she ducked behind the couch, sneaking a peek at Ichigo who seemed extremely irritated. "It's all good Ichi, don't worry about it," Grimmjow smirked. "You're enjoying this!" Ichigo grunted.
"Um, I'm not sure if now is the right time, but dinner is ready if you wish to have some?" Elizabeth spoke from the kitchen entry way. "Ooh food!" Nel squealed as she made her way to the kitchen. "You hungry Ichi?" Grimmjow said as he got up and stretched. "No, I should actually be heading home, Shiro said that dad still hasn't come back so he's probably getting antsy. He's not a very good babysitter…," Ichigo sighed as he got up as well.
"Then let me grab my keys. I'll take you home," the blue haired man whistled as he left the room once again. "I'm sorry," Ichigo turned at the words to see that Grimmjows mother was standing a few feet from him, a genuine sense of guilt plastered on her face. "Eh?"
"After we left for Germany, Grimmjow suddenly became hostile and angry. I thought it might be because of the work his father had him doing but never in my life could I have guessed it was because he was forced to leave someone he liked. When your brother came over the other night he explained everything that had happened…," She started. "Oh…" Ichigo rubbed the back of his neck not knowing what to say. "After hearing that, I realized that Grimmjow had become hostile because of me. And I feel so bad that all those things happened to you as well. If I had known, I never would have asked him to leave. If he had just told me I would have…" Elizabeth let out a defeated sigh, her hands going up to her eyes to wipe away the tears.
"Ah, no please don't cry. I'm sure that you had your reasons for leaving," Ichigo said as he walked up to her and handed her a napkin from the tray. "I was a stupid teenager who didn't know any better. So I took out my anger anyway a kid like me could. It was stupid of me really, but none of this is your fault. So please don't blame yourself," Ichigo comforted. Elizabeth smiled at Ichigo, the man smiling in return.
"He's very lucky to have someone like you. Please treat him well. He really loves you," She smiled at him, making the red head blush. "I, I-"
"Alright Ichi let's go," Grimmjow spoke from the entryway. He looked at the scene in front of him, his brow lifting in question. "You make sure to get him home safely, do you understand?" Elizabeth said as she grabbed Ichigo and gave him a hug. She removed herself and held onto his cheeks. "If ever you need anything that only a mother can provide, please do not hesitate to ask me okay? I am here for you, your brother and sisters, okay?" Ichigo's eyes widen, shocked at what he was hearing.
A small smile appeared on his mouth, he knew he wouldn't be able to say the words he wanted to, so he gave her a small nod instead. She smiled back and removed her hands. "Be safe," was all she said before heading back into the kitchen.
"What was that about?" Grimmjow asked as they both made their way to the door. "Your lucky Grimmjow," Ichigo sighed. "For what?" They walked out the door towards the car. "For having such a caring mother," He smiled. Grimmjow thought about it, a smile appearing on his face.
"Yea…"
::+::
"That's just sick!" Kaien grunted from the window. After the call to his brother, Kaien, everyone slowly made their way to Emory's office to hear what has been going on inside of Aizens territory. Besides the original ones that were there, there were a few new faces, all of them for whom used to work for Isshin but now work for Kaien. "I say we just go and barge the place down!" A very big man with an eye-patch spoke. His head moving to the side to look at Isshin, the bells at the end of his spiky hairdo ringing in the process.
"Patience is key, Kenpachi," A stoic man spoke up from the other side of the room. He held himself high, his black hair reaching his shoulders as his ebony eyes pierce into those of the big man. "No one needs your prissy excuses Byakuya! It's better to get shit over with instead of waiting around for it to get worse!" Kenpachi yelled in aggravation.
"As much as that is true, it's better to come up with a plan so that there aren't that many casualties," Emory explained with a sigh. "Ulquiorra has a map of the building but what we need is a map of the underground so that we know exactly where he is holding his "Experiments", " Emory continued, his fingers doing an air quotation for emphasis.
"I say we send in some of our top assassins and see if they can sneak in and help us out," Ulquiorra suggested. "Of course that team would be run by me!" Yoruichi chimed from the side. "If you go in then so do I!" A young woman with short hair, but long side bangs spoke up from beside her. "Of course you're my first choice Soifon," Yoruichi side hugged her, Soifon blushing as he eyes looked elsewhere.
"Ulquiorra. Is it possible for you to be able to lock and unlock the doors from here or will you have to be close by?" Urahara finally spoke from the side. "I should be able to do it from a few blocks away," He answered. "So then step one will be Yoruichi and her team getting inside and making their way underground. The problem is getting out," Hitsugaya said from the side. "You can leave that to me," A sly voice spoke up as the door opened, Starrk walking in with Gin behind him. Most of the group members quickly got up and drew their guns at him, the man himself grinning, showing off his pearly white teeth.
"What the fuck are you doing here Ichimaru?!" Soifon spoke as she clicked the safety off her gun. "Mah…This is not the greeting I was expectin'," Gin continued to smile. "Ah, I knew I forgot to mention something," Emory snickered. "Guys, put your weapons away. Gin is working with us," Yoruichi sighed in displeasure, heads turning to Emory and Isshin in confusion. "What did she say brother?" Kaien removed himself from the window seat and looked appalled at his brother. "Some things have happened and long story short, Ichimaru is on our side now," The man sighed.
"This is madness! No way am I working alongside someone like him!" Soifon yelled. "I can kill you right now where you stand!" Kenpachi roared. "I would love to see ya try," Gin smirked. "While we are on this topic, I'd also like to say that Kensei is also working with us," Emory smiled nonchanontly.
"What?!" Kaien yelled. "I don't know if you forgot but that man tried to put a bullet through you and brothers head!" Kaien continued. "We are well aware, but some circumstances came up where he is also out for Aizens head, so why keep fighting if we can use each other?" Emory pouted. "Stop acting like a kid! This is serious!" Soifon yelled. "Surely you don't mean any of this?" Byakuya spoke up, not believing the words being thrown around.
Isshin let out a huge sigh, the room going quiet. "I'm only going to say this once. Put down your weapons," He glared at everyone in the room. Everyone was reluctant, but eventually they put their weapons away and went back to their spots. "That's very mean of you Jaegerjaquez. Leavin' me to fend fer myself like that," Gin strode across the room stopping in front of Emory's desk. "I thought a nice welcoming was in order," Emory smirked.
"So what have you found out for us?" Isshin decided to go straight to the point. "Hmmm, "If the cards are played right, I should have either one or both of my nephews in this building by the end of the week," is what he said. Which part of the building? I'm not sure. He also said that someone I know well is going to be used in his plan… And I have a feeling I know who…," Gin explained. "So he's still set on going after Shiro and Ichigo…" Isshin clicked his teeth. "How does he know about them?" Kaien spoke up after hearing his nephews name.
"Turns out that guy Ichigo was dating for a while was working for Aizen…" Isshin started. "I was sent to follow him to find out about the little red head, but someone else must have been there too because someone snapped a pic of him being with the little Jaegerjaquez too. In the end, he ordered him go after the Kurosaki boys," Gin explained.
"If it wasn't for Gin telling Shiro that they were on the way it could have ended terribly. It was there we also learned that Aizen had used the drug on him and that Kensei was dating him," Emory sighed as he leaned back on his chair. "So the bastard was two timing Ichigo?!" Yoruichi flared. "Sadly, but he got what was coming to him. He's in the hospital now. And that's when Kensei decided to help us out," Emory continued.
"So then where's Kensei?" Urahara asked, already knowing the answer. "Taking Ulqui's place of course. He is going to become Aizens little guard dog and do as he says until I tell him otherwise. I sent him an email telling him to make sure he knows where all the keys are placed. Because he is the one who is going to unlock the door where you will be entering from. And like Gin said, once you find the underground cells and grab some of the hostages, he will help you escape," Emory explained.
"There are passages within the walls that not even Aizen knows about," Gin explained when they all shifted their eyes towards him.
"Starrk, it's been a while," Emory finally acknowledged the man who was standing next to him. "You being here means that you were able to find her?" Emory smiled mischievously. "It took a while, but when given what she wants she can be…easily persuaded," Starrk yawned. "And what of Nnoitra?"
"I sent him home. He's been hostile since the trip back so I thought maybe him seeing Nel could calm him a bit," Stark answered, Emory laughing at his answer. "Where is she then?" Isshin asked as he turned to look at Stark. "She should be here any moment. She had to stop by the lady's room," Stark smirked. Isshin caught the mischievousness in his tone and decided not to aske anymore.
"Who exactly are we talking about?" Kenpachi asked, irritated that they were being so secretive around him.
"It's been a while Jaegerjaquez, Kurosaki," A lovely voice spoke as it entered the room. Heads turned to see a very busty, Brazilian tanned woman with long yellow locks walk into the room. She had a very revealing white top with a pair of leather leggings, a set of black heels touching her feet. "Hallibel. What an honor to see you," Emory smiled. "An honor indeed. Who would have guessed that you would try and track me down. You sent me quite the present," Hallibel winked at Starrk who gave her no emotion.
"It's nice to see you Hallibel," Isshin smiled. "Something must really be happening if you guys went looking for me," Hallibel took a seat next to Kenpachi who was eyeing her in suspicion. "You strong?" He asked when she turned to look at him in question. She just gave him a smirk and turned back to Emory and Isshin, leaving him angry at being ignored.
"So, why have I been summoned?" Hallibel asked, her tone becoming serious. "We are getting ready to take down Aizen and we need your help. You and Ichimaru are one of the few people besides Isshin and myself who knows how he works," Emory started. "So, it's finally time. It's a bit earlier than I expected," she said out loud in thought. "Well, not only did one of his men shoot Grimmjow but he is also after Isshins' sons. So better now than later," Emory explained.
"What do I do?"
"We need more documents. Ones that show the sales that Aizens have been doing now and in the past. I need you to go to him and play little pet to get on his good side. Make him believe that you want to help sell and find ways to get information. Any information leading to files, or names is perfect. If you have to kill then so be it. I'm close friends with the head of the police department here and they agreed to help when the time comes," Emory explained. "I will not be telling Kensei that any of you are working with us just in the off chance he changes his mind. But if that were to happen I will deal with him personally," Emory continued.
"Kensei? You mean the same Kensei who tired to assassinate the two of you?" Hallibel asked. "It's stupid isn't it?" Hitsugaya grunted. "More than stupid," She corrected. "Well he's with us now, along with Gin whom I'm sure you know off," Emory stated. Hallibel gave Gin a quick look then turned back to Emory. "I'm assuming that this is phase 1," She said more as a statement than a question.
"We need everything from phase 1 before we come up with an idea for phase two. So that we waste no time. We will begin preparing now. We need to set up the room for Ulquiorra, Yoruichi needs to call in her team so that they can familiarize themselves with the floor plan, and we still need Kensei to do his part, and give us the okay when he's able to make a copy of the keys that will be needed to move around," Isshin explained.
"Lucky for us, alongside the plan, Ulquiorra here also has the details on the people working in the building," Urahara chimed as he lifted up his fan to his face. "I also have the time and days they all work and where they are placed. The ones you need to look out for specifically is Zommari Rureaux, Ggio Vega, Cirucci Sanderwicci, and Barragan Louisenbairn," Ulquiorra spoke as he turned his laptop towards everyone so that they can see their picture.
"Barragan huh? Haven't heard that name in years. I thought he was dead," Byakuya spoke up after hearing his name. "Aizen has Szayel on his side, so he was able to patch him up very well. He hasn't been out on the field, but from what I've seen, he is still very capable of holding up his own in a fight," Ulquiorra explained.
"So when do you think Kensei will give us the go ahead?" Yoruichi spoke taking a look at the screen as well. "Not sure, but we hope it's soon," Emory answered. "Well it better be fucking quick! I need to kick some ass. Hey Isshin, how about a spar?" Kenpachi grinned showing off his sharp canines. "Maybe later. Right now I should probably head home," Isshin said as he looked at his watch. "Shiro is left alone with the girls and he's not the best baby sitter…" Isshin said as he walked towards the door.
"Shall I drive you home brother?" Kaien followed. "No, you are needed here. Don't worry I'll call a cab," Isshin smiled. "Nonsense! I'll have Starrk drive you home," Emory demanded, Starrk making his way over to Isshin who let out a sigh. "Until later. I'll let you know if anything happens," Isshin smiled as he and Starrk left the room, closing the door behind him.
"Oh, Ichimaru," Hitsugaya spoke up as he turned to the sly fox. "Hm?"
"You said before that Aizen was bringing someone back that you might know. You said you had a clue as to who it might be. I forgot to ask but are you going to tell us who it is?" Hitsugaya asked. "Oh, that slipped my mind as well," Yoruichi spoke. "With everything going on so fast I can't believe we let that comment slide over us," she continued.
"Well, who is it?" Emory squinted his eyes at the silvered haired man. Gin, in a rare sort of event, opened his eyes to stare at the white-haired boy near him, the boy shocked at the motion.
"Rangiku," was all he said before Hitsugaya stood up and looked at him. "She's alive?"
"Who is this Rangiku?" Emory questioned, not liking being kept in the dark. "Rangiku is someone who once worked for us but left to follow Ichimaru because she was… In love with him," Kaien answered looking at Gin with hated eyes. "We haven't heard from her since she betrayed us, so we believed that something might have happened to her," Byakuya continued. "She is alive and well. And if I'm correct, she is the one Aizen is going to call to help him get the Kurosaki boys in the building," Gin explained.
"Why her?" Hallibel spoke up, still confused. "She surprisingly resembles Masaki, Isshins late wife, so I'm sure he's going to use that to his advantage in some way," Kaien spat already imagining the worst. "I see…" Emory sighed. "Plus if the red head Kurosaki were to see her…I'm sure that he'll start to remember things that he's been holding back…" Gin started. "Why do you say that?" Emory squinted his eyes at the silver fox in suspicion.
It was silent for a while, no one liking the heavy air that was placed in the room. Gin turned his silver tinted sky blue eyes towards a set of Azure ones.
"Because she was there when Kurosaki's wife was killed,"
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Grimmjow had just pulled up in front of Ichigos house, the man putting his car in park as he turned to look at the man beside him. "Thanks for the ride Grimm. I'm going to get an earful from Shiro once I step foot in that house," Ichigo sighed. "We can always go for another ride," Grimmjow smirked mischievously, making Ichigo blush. "No thanks! I have to look out for my sisters until my dad gets back from whatever meeting they're in," Ichigo said as he took off his seatbelt and got out of the car closing the door behind him. He leaned down when the window started to roll down.
"Text me?" Grimmjow pouted. Ichigo bit his lip in thought. "Sure. Goodnight Grimmjow," The berry smiled. "Night Berry," Grimmjow smiled. Ichigo leaned up and made his way to his house, unlocking the door and making his way inside, but not before turning once again to wave at the blue haired driver who waved back before driving off. Ichigo stepped foot in the house and was immediately bombarded by his brother who trapped him between his arms by slamming them forward onto the door.
"Did you fuck?"
"SHIRO!" Ichigo yelled at him in embarrassment. "Did you?" Shiro persisted.
"No! We didn't! What the hell is wrong with you?!" Ichigo pushed Shiro out of the way and took of his sneakers, heading straight to his room.
"Welcome home Ichi-nii," Yuzu smiled. "Sup," Karen nodded from beside her. "Hey guys. Glad to see you're still alive," Ichigo said relieved, making Karin snicker and Yuzu giggle beside her. "Hey! I'm not that bad!" Shiro cried making Ichigo roll his eyes. "I made dinner if you're hungry," Yuzu smiled. "Nah, I already ate. Let dad have it when he gets home," Ichigo said as he went up his room, Shiro following after. They both entered Shiro's room, the albino closing the door behind him.
"So, you two are a thing now huh?" Shiro snickered as he went to sit on the bed. "You already know the answer so why do I have to say it?" Ichigo blushed as he grabbed his towel from the bed. "Because it's not fair!" Shiro cried. "We are both dating Yakuza but I barely get to see Gin and I'm so sexually frustrated that I might die!" Shiro cried as he fumbled back and forth on his bed. "Okay, gross. I mean you know why he can't. You accepted this so why complain now?" Ichigo sighed.
"Because I never had something so close yet so far away! I want him! I want to touch him! Kiss him! Fuck him! And it's not fair that you and Grimmjow get to do all that and I can't!" Shiro hugged his pillow in sadness. This is so sad…, Ichigo thought to himself. "I'm sure…that you two will be able to see each other soon. After all this shit dies down or something," Ichigo patted Shiro on the head. "But when will that be?! I feel like it'll be years before Gin and I can actually see each other! This fucking sucks!" Shiro grabbed Ichigo around his waist and hugged him, the red head petting him to sooth him.
"No worries…I'm sure it'll die down soon. Dad and Mr. Jaegerjaquez are working to take down Aizen and once he's down Gin will have no one to work for so he's a free man and you guys will be able to see each other more often, maybe?" Ichigo said, not really sure about it. "Why maybe?" Shiro asked as he looked up at Ichigo with disappointed eyes. "I mean…the man is Yakuza, I'm sure afterwards he'll have to be in hiding after a while or something? Isn't that how it works?" Ichigo though out loud. "AAAAAHHH! That's so true!" Shiro rubbed his head in Ichigo's stomach, the man chuckling at his childish tantrum.
"I'm sure it'll be fine. Just hope for the best. Anyway, let go of me. I wanna take a shower," Ichigo tapped Shiros head once again. Shiro reluctantly let go and laid back on the bed, a lump of sadness was all Ichigo saw. Ichigo left the room to the bathroom, a mischievous smile in place.
::+::
Starrk had dropped off Isshin, the man giving his thanks. He entered the house, noting how quiet it was. He went to the living room to see that his kids were all sitting on the couch watching a movie. When moving closer to them he saw that they were all sound asleep, Ichigo on the left side with Karin laying on his chest and Shiro on the opposite end, Yuzu silently curled on top of him. Isshin took out his phone and snapped a picture, a smile plastered on his lips so wide that it reached his ears.
"Your mother would be proud of all of you," He silently said as he moved his hand through Karins hair. "I'll protect you all. Even if it cost me my life," He whispered to his sleeping kids. He went over to grab some quilts, draping them over his kids. He turned off the tv and retired to one of the bedrooms upstairs, telling himself that he was lucky to have such wonderful kids.
::+::
That afternoon
Aizen was typing away on his computer, looking through some files of the people he had hidden away somewhere. A knock came from the door but the person on the other side didn't wait for Aizen to give him the go ahead to come inside. The stoic man simply let out a sigh as he looked up to watch Kensei stroll in like he owned the place. "You are supposed to wait for Aizen-Sama to tell you to come in," Tousen grunted from beside Aizens desk. "It's alright. Kensei here is a bit more special than the rest," Aizen lifted his hand to shut Tousen from speaking any further. Tousen hated that he was being lenient with Kensei, but he couldn't say anything about it.
"Well Kensei, how are things going? Making yourself feel at home?" Aizen leaned back in his chair as he stared at the man who stopped a few feet from his desk. "If that's what you'd like to believe, sure," the man in front of him answered. Aizen chuckled and leaned onto his propped-up arm.
"So, have you done what it told you?" Aizen smirked his question, a scowl being placed on Kenseis' lips. "Yea, the place said that they didn't have anymore reservation spots but when I told them who it was for they quickly gave you space. I made it on Friday just like you asked," He explained. "Wonderful. Now all we need to do is wait for our lead actress and my plan will be underway," Aizen smiled. "And what exactly is this plan of yours?" Kensei grunted out, not liking how happy, which was probably a façade, Aizen looked in front of him.
Aizen stared at Kensei as if he was contemplating on whether to tell him. Kensei looked at him emotionless, not wanting to show that he was, in fact, curious of what Aizen was planning. Aizen let a smile escape his lips as he proceeded to say, "Now if I told you that, the fun will be gone,"
Kensei clicked his teeth, hating that the man was toying with him. A knock came to the door and this person waited for Aizen to give him the go ahead to walk in. Kensei glanced towards the door to see that a man, no taller than him walked in. His golden eyes looked over to him and quickly turned back to Aizen.
"Ggio. An update," Aizen cut the formalities. "Cell 232 has shown no sign of hallucination. She's been on "H" for 3 days and she is the first to show a sense of sanity. We tested her strength and it seems that she is now able to lift almost 300 pounds. When she started she could only lift about 120," Ggio started. "As for cell number 135…he was deemed dead this morning at exactly 9:46. Barragan and a few others helped…dispose of him," Ggio finished, Kensei thinking of different ways a body could be disposed of. He shook his head, not really wanting to think about that right now.
"What a shame. Everyone else is still being tested?" Aizen tapped his finger on his armrest. "Yes sir. Alongside cell 232, the others that have shown promise are heading off to be trained so that they can be of better use to you," Ggio smirked. "That is the best news I've heard all day," Aizen leaned forward, a smile on his lips as he looked at Ggio. Tousen noted the gleam in his eyes and made a note to talk to Ggio later, alone.
"Szayel and I also made quite the discovery this morning when we were going through some of the files of the… participants…," Ggio smirked, trying to find the right word to use. Aizen lifted a perfect brow, Ggio understanding to continue his statement. "When Szayel and I were looking through the files of those who passed and those who didn't, we realized that the majority of those who were able to withstand the "H" were those with the Blood Type, A, and O. Those who did not have those Blood types were struggling to accept "H". Some of them were able to make it but the ones who weren't…well… you know the deal," the man explained.
Kensei looked at Ggio like he just insulted him. It only works properly for Blood type As and Os?! He thought to himself as he looked towards Aizen who was staring at him with indifferent eyes. He smirked, knowing full well what Kensei was probably thinking. "You and Szayel did such a good job. I believe the only way to repay you is by giving you the rest of today and tomorrow off," Aizen stood from his seat and walked towards Ggio, Tousen on his tail.
"But the others aren't here today to take over my duties," Ggio explained. "No worries, have Kensei here take over them. A simple explanation should be able to help him through the rest of the day. Isn't that right?" Aizen chuckled as he tapped Kenseis shoulder. "Are you sure? He's only been here a few days, I'm not sure if he's trustworthy," Ggio stared at Kensei in suspicion. "Nonsense, if he knows what is good for him and his…lover, he has no choice but to behave," Aizen walked past him towards the open door that Tousen held. "I have some business to tend to so do play nice," Aizen left, Tousen closing the door behind them, leaving the two in room to stare at one another.
"I don't understand why Aizen is keeping you around, but if you betray him, I'll be the first to take your head, follow me," Ggio said as he turned around, not giving Kensei the option to answer.
A few minutes pass of Ggio explaining his duties to Kensei as they made some turns here and there around different corners of the building. Kensei noted that he hasn't been in this side of the building yet and made a mental note about how he got here. When he payed attention to what was in front of him he saw there was a set of two wooden doors that took up the whole entryway. Ggio took out a pair of keys and held them up to the door, unlocking two locks then putting in a code on a screen next to the door. "These are the keys to unlock most of the doors in the building. DO. NOT. LOOSE. THESE! You keep these keys on you always! Don't leave them around, and don't give them to anyone else, unless Aizen instructs you to, understand?" Ggio said as he turned around to glare down Kensei, the doors opening automatically after he pressed the enter button. Kensei nodded and caught the set of keys that Ggio threw at him.
"The code is 0617. Remember cause I'm only saying It once," Ggio grunted as he walked through the doors, finishing up the last bit of information he needed to work the rest of the day and tomorrow, Kensei following as he put the keys in his pocket and turned to see that the door closed and locked itself. He turned back to see that there were rows and rows of cells, as he continued to follow Ggio, wherever they were going, he could see the people inside who looked like they were in agony. Is there where they held you Shuuhei? Kensei thought to himself, walking into a room in the far-right corner where he saw Ggio disappear to.
"And who is that?" Szayel spoke when he turned to look at the two who entered the room. "This is a new recruit. I got the rest of today and tomorrow off so Aizen told me he'll be taking my spot till I get back," Ggio explained as he went over to a chair to grab his jacket. "Is that right?" Szayel looked up at Kensei, the man himself not licking how he was staring at him as if he knew something. "As long as he doesn't get in my way, tell me have you ever struck someone with a needle before?" the pink haired man said lifting one to emphasize his question. Kensei smirked, a huff escaping his breath. "In more ways than one," he answered.
"Then you'll do just fine. I don't have anything for you to do at the moment, so why don't you go make sure that none of my…children… have passed away," Szayel said as he turned back around to the body that was laying on the metal bed in front of him. "These keys open up the cell. These you give back to Szayel," Ggio said as he put on his jacket and handed Kensei another set of keys. "And with that, I'm off," Ggio said with a backwards wave as he left the room, closing the door behind him.
"Are you two usually the ones to work here?" Kensei spoke up as he twirled the keys in his hand. "We take shifts, I'm down here every day since I know the most about what is happening to these people. Ggio comes in every other day to help out when he can. More people are dying off by the minute now that we know that Blood type is a key factor into making the "H" work, so we need the extra hands to get rid of some bodies…," Szayel explained as he continued to mess with the body.
"So stop lollygagging and get to checking those bodies!" Szayel screamed. Kensei clicked his teeth and turned around to do what he was told. He took a few steps away from the room, checking all the corners to make sure there was no one around, or cameras staring at him. When he deemed the area safe he took a picture of the keys Ggio said opened most of the doors, both back, front and sides and sent them to someone. Texting the code to them afterwards.
He put his phone away when he heard footsteps and continued to do his job like nothing happened.
::+::
Ggio was in the parking deck, heading to his car thinking about all the things he can do tomorrow because it's been a while since he's had a day off. He stopped when he felt that someone was near and he turned around to see that Tousen was a few feet away. "It's really rare to see you without an Aizen by your side," Ggio taunted with a smirk. "I am not here for idle chatter. What is your relationship with Aizen-Sama?"
Ggio fully turned his body around to look at Tousen, his golden orbs looking at the blind man with all knowing eyes. "My…Don't tell me that you're jealous of the looks he was giving me this afternoon," Ggio chuckled. If Tousen could have, he would have glared at the man in front of him but deemed it useless. "I will only say this one, do not get too close to Aizen-Sama. He thinks as all of you as replaceable, so he will not miss you if you were to suddenly…. vanish," Tousen hissed at the man.
"Dully noted," was all Ggio said before he turned around, a laugh escaping his lips as he headed to his car. Tousen listened to the movements and headed back when he heard Ggios car leave the parking lot.
::+::
Emory grabbed Gin by the collar of his shirt and pulled him up from the seat he was residing in, no one intending to stop the man.
"Would you care to repeat that?" Emory grinded his teeth in pure anger at the man he was holding, hating that he could look so calm at a time like this. "From what you just said am I free to assume that you know who it was that killed Masaki?" Emory continued his assault of questions. Gin didn't answer him, Emory not liking this in the slightest. The blue haired man pulled out his Gun and held the thing to Gins head.
"Emory calm down! Let the man explain himself!" Yoruichi tried to defuse the situation. "As much as I would like to kill him, he is important to the mission and we can't have him dying on us just yet," Byakuya spoke up. Kaien looked at the man who claimed to be there when his sister in law was killed. For some reason he could see the pain on Gins face, as if he was holding back for a reason. Emory pushed him back, the silver man falling back down into his seat. "When this is all over, you better come clean. You better tell Isshin everything because he deserves to know the truth! He, Ichigo and Shiro…," Gin flinched a bit at hearing his Kois name. "You're a sick man, Ichimaru. You knew all this time and yet you still got close to Shiro. That kid… You don't deserve him. And it's such a shame because he really likes you…" Emory lectured, the man taking out his phone when he received a text.
"I'm sending you the pictures of the keys, and a code for some door. Get them done as soon as you can," was all Emory said before he headed towards the door and swung the thing open, slamming it closed in the process. The room was silent, except for the sound of Ulquiorra typing away on his laptop. Kaien took that opportunity to walk towards Gin, standing in front of the man. Gin looked up at the man, his face looking for any sense of hope on Gins face. "Let's talk," was the only thing Kaien said before heading towards the door, Gin getting up after a few seconds after and following the man.
When they reached a separate room Kaien noticed that Gin had taken out a pill and swallowed it whole. He didn't ask what it was since it was none of his business. "I'll make this quick. It seemed that you looked very pained when he blamed you for killing Masaki. So I've come to the conclusion that you are not the killer," Kaien said as he leaned back on a desk. "And why would you think that?"
"I've meet a lot of people during my time. And because of that I've learned to read facial expression like it's nobodies business. And the face you made when Emory was putting the blame on you was one of pure sadness and guilt," He explained. Gin looking at him, his emotionless face making an appearance once again. "There was also a sense of protectiveness," Kaien started again. "So I'm assuming that you are actually close with the killer and you are protecting them from us. But you do realize that once we have Aizen in our grasp and his plans are ruined, we'll find out who it was right?" Kaien continued, Gin staying silent.
"I can understand that you want to protect them, but in the end, whatever happens to them isn't up to me, Emory…or you. It's up to Isshin… Hell maybe Ichigo since he witnessed it firsthand. The two of them can be quite scary when they are angry, but when it comes to family they will destroy anyone who harms them. I don't want to tell you that they might consider their death, because I personally don't know what they'll do because they are always unpredictable, but what I will say is that you should prepare yourself for the worst. From what Emory said, it seems that you and my nephew Shiro are in some sort of relationship?" Kaien tilted his head to look at Gin quizzingly.
"The worst that could possibly happen is you continuing trying to protect this person and you both loose your life. And by the sound of it Shiro really cares for you. I will not tolerate you hurting him. I can see now that you decided to join us because you wanted to protect Shiro from Aizen. But if you die because you want to protect someone who is no longer worth it, you only did more harm than good," Kaien said sternly as he squinted his eyes in anger. Gin continued to look at him emotionless, Kaien wondering if anything he is saying is sticking.
He let out a sigh and got up, the man heading towards the door. "I'll leave on one last note. You can't protect everyone. Some are far more worth protecting than others…but it's your choice on who you want to save… I just hope you choose the right person… because there will be consequences," Kaien said as he opened the door and walked out closing the door behind him.
Gin stared out the window, watching the sunset slowly turn to the night sky.
"I can't protect you both…" Gin whispered to himself as he continued to stare out the window.
::+::
Aizen was once again seated at his desk, his office telephone ringing a few times before he answered. "Yes?"
"She's here," the person on the other line said.
"Let her in," Aizen answered before dropping the call. He smiled after a few minutes when he heard a knock at his door. "Come in," he said, the door slowly opening. A woman with long curly light orange hair stepped in. Her body very curvaceous and her silver blue eyes, that screamed emotionless stared at the man sitting behind the desk.
"You called for me, sir?" her low beautiful voice spoke out.
"It's nice to have you back…Rangiku,"
And there you have it! My plan is slowly coming together and there should be more revelations and hints in the next chapter. Oh how exciting. You're not excited? Ah...Okay...
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Until next Chapter!
Ciaosu~~