"Sojun," someone shouted, "Sojun, open your eyes," the voice yelled, "please open your eyes, the voice seemed to be pleading with him.
Sojun in his semi-conscious state heard the voice but could not answer. He felt himself going deeper into his world.
Unohana began to check his vitals as her assistant was calling in coordinates for Med E VAC for Sojun and the Team.
"Sojun, open your eyes for me, will ya?" she yelled as she continued to check his vitals.
Kyoraku was on the phone with Shinji as he made his way to Unohana. He looked at her for answers.
She called for one of the medics to continue with Sojun as she got up to speak to Kyoraku.
They found a slight less busy place to talk. Kyoraku put Shinji on speaker.
"Update," Shinji barked.
"Kuchiki is non responsive but with shallow breathing. He has a cut on his right palm and bruised rib. The most concern is he has a fever. That needs to be under control."
Shinji was quiet then he said. "Aizen?"
Unohana sighed and stated, "Dead". She asked for an update on Celeste and her team.
"They are safe and waiting on word. Celeste will be waiting at hospital."
A Med Evac was arriving as she looked at her team prepping Sojun to be moved. Shinji told Unohana to get Sojun out of the area but keep him in the loop on his condition. We will handle everything else from here. Urahana and Sasakibe will take charge of the area.
Kyoraku watched as Unohana jump in the Med Evac with Sojun. She looked back at Kyoraku and nodded. As they flew out of sight, Kyoraku's mind was spinning. As he saw Urahana and his group going into the house, he saw Sasakibe take a group toward the woods. He saw a group taking pictures of Aizen and he was being placed in the body bag. He started to place everything in order as he thought about the phone call he was getting ready to make. Before he could dial, his phone started ringing. He looked at the caller ID. He took in a deep breath and answered.
"Hello Sis."
#
Byakuya and Kaname were out in the court yard waiting on any information from anybody about anything. Byakuya paced back and forth in front of Kaname.
"I hate this waiting. I want this to be over so that I can . ."
"Stop it, Byakuya," Kaname said in a loud whisper. He looked around to make sure no one else heard them. "Man, hold it together. Sojun is counting on you to finish your part." Kaname did not realize he had grabbed Byakuya's arm. He slowly leaned in and whispered in his ear, "Just hold it together."
Byakuya's and Kaname's phones ranged simultaneously. They looked the caller ID and it stated 'MA'. They looked at each other and Byakuya nodded for Kaname to take the call. Before he took the call, Kaname nodded toward the door.
"Hello," Kaname answered as he walked away. Byakuya took a deep breath and turned to see Yumichika standing in the door way.
"Have you heard anything from our father?" Yumi asked as she looked at Kaname speaking on the phone.
Byakuya noticed how she was looking at Kaname. He escorted Yumi back into the compound. They walked back into the office when Yumichika closed the door.
"What were you and Kaname talking about?" she asked. "I never trusted him. I think he has an alternative motive and he is not a part of this family."
Byakuya looked at her. He decided to think about what and how he was going to respond. Before he could answer, the office phone buzzed. He answered and told them to put the call through.
"Hey Love," he smiled, "hold on," he looked at Yumi and nodded toward the door. Yumi knew when he said the 'hey love start of conversation', Gina was on the other end of the line. She turned and left the office.
Yumichika had a since of dread as she walked down the hall. She felt that all is starting to fall apart. She continued to walk down the hall when she heard voices around the corner.
"I am so glad that you are here," Ukitake said as he was hugging the man. There was a woman on the phone whispering. They all stopped and was looking at Yumichika. Ukitake whispered to the man and then walked forward and introduced them.
"Ruyken Ishida, this is Ikkaku's wife, Yumichika." Ukitake was about to speak when Yumichika also reminded Ukitake that she was also Sojun and Natalie's daughter. She held out her hand for him to shake it.
Ruyken slowly raised his hand as he looked at Ukitake. The woman who was on the phone was still talking but making her way to the group. She hung up her phone and placed her arms around Ukitake and hugged him. She whispered in his ear and smiled. Ruyken was watching the action and spoke dryly to the group.
"This is my wife Kanae Ishida."
Before he could say another word, Kaname came down the hall.
"Kaname," Kanae spoke and she walked pass everyone and hugged Kaname. He hugged her tightly and he began to cry. "Now, stay strong," she whispered in his ear as she continued to hug him. "Now, where is your," she stopped. She smiled and said, "Where is Byakuya?"
Kaname pointed down the hall.
"Ruyken, come and let's go see Byakuya." Kanae placed an arm around Kaname as they walked down the hall.
Ruyken kissed Ukitake on the cheek and told him that they will talk later. He proceeded to walk to Byakuya's office.
Ukitake and Yumichika watched as the group went into the office.
"Who are those two? Yumichika asked as he looked at Ukitake.
Ukitake cut her off before she could say anything else. "Those two are here to help."
#
There was a soft knock on the door.
"Come in," Byakuya said as he was on the computer with Gin. He looked up and saw Kaname and guest. "Aunt Kanae and Uncle Ruyken", Byakuya smiled as Kanae came up to him and hugged him.
She knew what was on both of their minds. She nodded for Ruyken to close the door. Her voice was a low as it could go.
"I spoke with Uryu a few minutes ago. Sojun is okay. Kendra told him that he has a cracked rib, a cut on his hand and cracked tibia. She is also concerned with his fever. He has a UPI but she hopes it does not turn into pneumonia."
Byakuya let out a huge sigh as he looked over to Kaname. He walked over and gave him a hug. "We're going to be alright," he whispered in his ear.
Ruyken came over to them and put a hand on Kaname shoulder. "I need for the both of you to get Jushiro and get out of here. We got it from here."
"Do you need our notes?" Byakuya asked.
"Not yours but I need yours Kaname. Also tell Gina and Renji that I will be in touch with them in a few hours."
Kanae walked over and stood between Byakuya and Kaname. "This is going to be over very soon. We will pick up where Sojun left off. Take care of Celeste and tell her I will call her soon."
"What about Yumichika?" Kaname asked.
"Kanae smiled. "I told you that this will be over very, very soon." She gave them a smile that they were familiar with when she had the upper hand.
They went and gathered their things. They met Ukitake at the helicopter pad. They all got aboard. As they left, Ukitake held their hands.
"I got to go and speak with Ikkaku. I think he is hurting because he loves her so much. He is going to need our support. I am just glad all of this is coming to an end."
