Fearless and Tearless
Chapter 13
Danger Approaching
Some reviews made me smile, so thank you! Again, I apologize if I get anything wrong since I haven't watched or read Bleach in forevaaaa!
Karin's P.O.V.
Fuck. I forgot how strong my brother was. He went straight at me with a punch and damn I flew back pretty far. "Ugh. Were you always this strong?" I muttered as I stood up.
"Of course! Who do you think I am?" He was wearing that classic smirk and his over cockiness was almost over bearing. I rolled my eyes and while Ichi-nii was too busy self-praising himself, I launched myself at him. I haven't really been in any fights with other people other than the ones who are at Urahara's place, so when I whipped out my sword, I heard a mutter from that white-haired stranger, "What the hell, it's already in Shikai."
Honestly, I didn't really like that, the opponent's can already see the abilities the sword might have and doesn't hold any surprises. Of course, my brother's happy though. "Now that's what I'm talking about!" He takes his sword out as well and it's huge. He moves so smoothly and light on his feet for something so heavy, and I got so caught up in watching his movements that I almost didn't see it coming when he came straight for me.
What's wrong with you? Get your act together! You're making a fool of yourself! There was that voice again. I decided to not respond this time so that Miyuki wouldn't think I'm even crazier. What I was wondering though, was why couldn't Miyuki hear this other weird voice.
I do have my pride though too, and I also know that I was performing pretty badly. "Time to get serious, I guess." I said with a charming smile.
You ready? My smile just widens as my answer. I shunpoed to the side of Ichigo and slashed down, he blocked me with his sword and a thought ran through my mind before I shouted two words. Since his sword is already in Shikai as well, will this have any affect, at all? Whatever! "Frost, Miyuki!" and the whip came out of the sword while he was distracted from blocking. The whip wrapped around his sword and the same thing that happened to Urahara, recurred.
Now that I was expecting it, I watched closely and saw the snowflakes again, but they looked strange. I didn't have time before I was shocked again. I watched as Ichi-nii's sword shrank into a regular looking zanpakutou before any transformations. The three of us just froze for a second staring at his sword.
Toshiro's P.O.V
What the- "What the hell?" I asked in bewilderment as I cut off Hyourinmaru. Me speaking seemed to snap the pair out of their shock and the fight continued.
"Interesting, Kar- Cool!" Ichigo shouted, but stuttered on his last word that caused me to quirk my brow. I heard Hyourimaru's laughter in the back of my mind. As I watched the battle progress between these two, I took the chance to observe the mystery woman. She was wearing like a black fabric to cover her face, but her sword mesmerized me. It was beautiful. Her fighting wasn't that bad either. I was actually shocked that someone other than the vice captains or captains could stand equal to Ichigo. As the battle dragged out though, you could tell that Ichigo had the upper hand. Still, it was impressive.
Are you in love yet? Hyourinmaru taunts me. Shut up.
Oh? There's no denial?! Is my lovely little Toshirou actually falling in love? I never thought this day would come! I thought you would stay a lonely, cranky young brat forever!My stupid old dragon spoke while tearing up.
If I could kill you, I would.
"Oi! Ichigo! You guys almost done yet? Ya'll probably know the outcome already and it's getting pretty dark out!" I shouted.
Gradually they stopped fighting and were left panting with sweat dripping down both of their faces. "You have a lot of variety! You can use spells a LOT better than me! Good job!" Ichigo praised the girl.
"It's too damn hot!" and the girl ripped off the cloth to reveal a beautif-
"WAIT! You're… you…" I stammered on my words as I stared at her.
"Oh, shit." She didn't even look that remorseful as she wiped her sweat away. "Cat's outta the bag, I guess, hey Ichi-nii?" She looked over to Ichigo.
"Whoops. Don't blame you though. It is hot!" The orange-haired man said as he went over to hug the lady.
"EW! Gross! Go away!" She screamed as she fled.
"Wait. A. Second. She is the same girl as before at your house correct?" I asked, completely out of the loop. Of course, idiot, who else would it be? A look-a-like? But damn. Good looking, AND a great fighter?
Can you shut up for a second?
She came up to me and outstretched her hand. "Nice to meet you, again. My name is Karin Kurosaki, this idiot's little sister," She stated with a grin.
"Just take the hand Toshirou." Ichigo said.
That shook me out of my surprise. "That's Captain Hitsugaya to you," and I took her hand and shook it. "And you. You're not a certified Shinigami, are you." It came out more of a statement than a question.
She smiled sheepily and just shrugged her shoulders. "Well, we can discuss this serious matter later. Right now, even though this isn't my human body, I still want to take a shower and go to sleep. So if you'll excuse me, goodbye." She winked and left. Just like that. I stared at her back as she disappeared until I heard a cough from behind.
"You done staring at my little sister?" Ichigo growled at me teasingly.
I just coldly stared back, "You better tell me what is going on unless you want me to inform the whole Seireitei and every Shinigami will come looking for your sister."
"Woah there cranky pants. No need to threaten. Besides a situation like this has arisen before right? ME! You gained a very valuable asset did you not? Also, she isn't that bad! You could use her," he argued.
He's got a point, you know. She can be very helpful, especially with the news we received from the Soutaichou the other day. We could use all the help we need. Hyourinmaru backed up.
"It isn't even that bad a situation. We don't need an inexperienced little girl to slow us down or get in the way," I accidentally said out loud before I shut my mouth. Ichigo looked at me but didn't seem to be mad by me belittling his sister.
"I know that she is very inexperienced, but she has talent that will triumph over that with harsh training and hard work. Before we continue talking about her though, what did the Soutaichou say?"
"This might take a while…" I sighed, getting ready for a long story.
Isshin's P.O.V
"That daughter of mine…" I mumbled. I snuck a glance towards Urahara who was casually fanning away. "She's gotten herself into a mess."
"She was prepared for this, or else she would've never gotten involved in the first place," he stated, "Besides, what you have to focus on right now is not your cute little daughter, but the danger approaching."
I quirked my brow, "Danger? Won't the Shinigami take care of all that?" I asked not wanting to get involved with my past life.
"This will involve you whether you like it or not," since I did not respond, he continued, "We don't know to what extent the danger is, all we know is that an unusual amount of Hollows are coming, and no matter how many we Konso, for some reason, the numbers are growing by the second. They have been acting very strange when we miraculously do find some, but other than those few, the rest are kept quiet and hidden. We have no idea where they are concealing themselves. All the classes up to Adjuchas are gathering. We know what they are, but we have no idea what they are planning or why they are acting the way they are. We are sure on one thing though. They are planning something huge, and it's going to take place here. In this town and when the time comes, I don't know if we'll be ready."
After hearing the news, I just sighed and slumped against the wall. I take a few seconds to recollect my thoughts and then, "When the time comes we'll deal with it. All we can do for now is do everything we can to prepare for the worst. Karin… She's going to take part in this whether I like it or not, and that damn son of mine is going to help her. I know it. What's the 10th division captain going to do with my daughter though," I massaged my temple and closed my eyes.
"C'mon now! You sound like an old geezer. Your children are growing up! They can take care of themselves, sooooo... Let's party!" Urahara said as he got up and brought back some sake. "Let's not stress about this old friend. Not until we have to," he said in a grave tone.
Karin's P.O.V.
I took a seat on my bed after my shower and thought back to the fight. I still need a lot of training to do. Any longer, and I would've been done. I laid down with my thoughts running in circles.
Karin, are you ok? I just nodded to Miyuki.
You still have a long way to go, brat. I sat up once I heard that voice.
"Really? AH!" I took my pillow and through it at my closet. At the same time, Ichi-nii came in.
"What's all the fuss about? What's going on?" He looked at me with worry in his eyes. "...Don't worry, you're pretty good! Besides, I've been training a lot longer than-"
"I'm not stressed about that!" He was taking my frustration in the wrong way. "It's just… I'm going crazy."
"Cray cray?"
I stared at my older sibling. "Really?" He just shrugged.
"Had to lighten the atmosphere. So, what makes you think you're crazy?" Ichigo asked as he came over and sat next to me on the bed.
"Well, you see..."
I also apologize if I make Karin really op, it's just how I'm writing her!