Author's note: Ya'll KNOW the thing wit da rulers. right? GOOD!! Another thing, you all want this situation fixed - me 2 -but there's gonna b 10 chapters and I'm only on 6 - things can't all be cleared up on chapter six, oh no! LOL Don't worry, things are going to get interesting, I think. I have a bit planned so, mwahahahaha. Anywho, sorry this was late I think it's the hardest chapter to freakin' write! But thanks for your paitence + reviews! Woot! Can't wait 4 chapter 7! And i don't own Bleach, we all know that!
The sun had finally decided to show it's face after almost a whole week of continuous rain. It was so bright it shone through the clouds, burning the backs of any unsuspecting students that entered into it's view. Ichigo couldn't help but notice that the weather reflected Rukia's feelings. She obviously felt happy that day. It made him smile.
"Sorry that I made you feel guilty." Rukia said in the middle of muching on the sandwiches that Isshin had made that morning. "I should've sorted my head out before I went blaming things on you."
"That's ok." Ichigo grinned. "I'm sorry I was so...mean. And sorry that I called you a selfish bitch."
Rukia couldn't help but smile at the thought of Ichigo apologizing to her. "It's alright, Ichi."
"'Coz ya know, you aren't a bitch. And you definately ain't selfish..." He quickly closed his mouth as he saw Rukia's eyes staring at him in interest.
Rukia was enjoying herself. The lovely weather, sitting cross-legged, talking and eating with Ichigo on their lunchbreak. It was like old times. Having fun, sort of. Not highly energetic nor exactly exciting fun, but a more peaceful kind of fun. Rukia loved it.
"Rukia?" She glanced up to see the face she'd grown to regret seeing. Ichigo looked up in interest.
What the fuck does he want? Ichigo thought furiously.
"What do you want?" Ichigo huffed, glaring at the shadow before him. "Rukia don't wanna see you!"
"And since when did you know what Kuchiki-san wants, might I ask?" Ishida chuckled. Ichigo growled in response, folding his arms and looking more pissed than ever.
"Errm, Ishida...wha-what do you want...?" Rukia strained to sound as polite as possible, ignoring Ichigo's disgruntled glances.
"I need to talk to you for a moment, that's if you don't mind?" Ishida held out a hand to help Rukia up off the grass.
"Um...ok." She took his hand, slightly worried that this gesture would send a spark in the Quincy's brain telling him that she loved him or something! Ishida pushed back his glasses and smiled at Ichigo.
"I'll be back in a minute, Ichigo. Look after my stuff for me." Rukia turned to go as Ichigo grabbed her arm and pulled her closer to him.
"Don't let him touch you." Ichigo whispered sternly in her ear. "If he tries anything, you just scream ya head off - I'll come and sort 'im out!"
Rukia blushed. "I appreciate your concern. But, I think I'll be safe." She whispered back.
With that, Rukia left. With Ishida. Without Ichigo.
The corridors of the school were desolate that afternoon. Not a pupil nor teacher in sight. It was rather frightening walking through the darkened passageways with a person you'd almost completely lost trust in.
"Ever seen this place?" Ishida stopped, nodding towards the locked door on their right. "The 'I.T' room..."
"Yes, but we're not allowed in there. Only 'special' people with 'special' keys. I doubt you're that sad that you are one of those 'special' people." Rukia giggled. She soon bit it back however when she noticed Ishida's serious face. "Are you a special person?"
For some reason, that question buried itself deeper into Rukia than she would've hoped.
"Yes." Ishida smiled weakly. "Sorry."
"Oh, I'm really sorry, Ishida! I didn't mean you were sad, as such, I just meant that people with the spec-"
"Shut up, Kuchiki-san!" Rukia was slightly worried by his sudden response to her apologies until he smiled brightly. "I know you didn't mean it like that. Or I hope you didn't." He chuckled, fishing out his key and unlocking the door. Checking if the coast was clear before entering, pulling Rukia in after him. He closed the door.
Rukia was uncomfortable with this. In an empty room which seemed to be surrounded by an empty world, away from any help - should anything occur. God, she was beginning to think like Ichigo. Always accusing Ishida of doing things that he, in Rukia's head, was uncapable of doing. He hadn't actually done anything that was wrong - well, nothing Rukia couldn't have prevented. He hadn't done anything that was terrible. (Other than stealing Rukia's first kiss, damnit!) She was such a fool. Blaming others seemed to be her talent lately. Her main goal in life. She hadn't even realized that she was placing the guilt on Ichigo's and Ishida's shoulders.
"So...what do we need to talk about?"
"Well, I actually wanted to show you something." Ishida sat down at one of the computers, switching it on. "On here."
"Oh, ok..." Rukia stepped cautiously over the humming machine.
He clicked onto the little icon that looked like a big 'E'. Internet Explorer, Rukia thought recognizing the symbol. The home page shot up on the screen, and Ishida typed something in the search toolbar so fast that Rukia was unable to read what it was. Then the page he requested popped up.
"You-Tube...?" Rukia whispered astonished.
"Jus' a little something I made...for you." Ishida nodded proudly, double clicking on a small picture. The next page opened just like the previous ones.
The page showed a huge 'video hole' as Rukia liked to call them, and above it was written 'Rukia' in big, bold letters. Rukia suddenlt felt sick. If only she had someone else there to protect her from the sudden menace that was Ishida Uryuu. Whatever was on this video, Rukia didn't like it. It seemed...creepy.
Ichigo glanced up at the sky as the clouds rolled in.
I wonder if Rukia's alright. I don't trust that Ishida. He's so creepy. Knowing Rukia, she wouldn't scream even if he was about to slice her throat open.
That thought made him feel even more uncomfortable. He didn't like being stuck out there, away from her, unable to help her. Unable to see what was happening with the two of them. He wanted to vomit; thinking that them two might be kissing, or worse...
This is no good! I gotta see what's going on...
"Oi! Keigo! Look after our stuff, will ya?!"
The movie was running. It was just Ishida talking to the camera in his house, in the living room. The same living room Rukia had seen that day which seemed like a blurry and distant memory.
"Rukia, you are my best friend, and the love I love most. You are the one who keeps me company on those lonely nights, I like you more than french toast..." and so on. It was truly a cheesy poem that Rukia suspected Ishida had concocted himself. Although, it was very sweet of him, Rukia didn't like it. They weren't meant to be more than friends, she knew. Her and Ichigo were meant to be. No matter what Ichigo thought or said, Rukia was sure that he would come round in the end.
Finally it finished.
"Do you like it? I spent ages on it." Ishida beamed happily. It was a sure to break his sudden outburst of joy - even though it was, frankly, shit.
God, you are so sad...
"Ermm...It's very...um...very...unique." Rukia forced a smile. Ishida got up off the chair and approched, Rukia naturally stepped back with every inch closer Ishida became.
"Do you not like it?" He looked sad.
"Ermm..." Rukia was speechless.
Maybe if I say it was horrible, he'll drop liking me and find someone else. Or maybe if I say I didn't like it, he won't be my friend. I suppose it's better to keep him on my side. After all, it's bad enough dealing with Hollows without a Quincy on my back too. Okay, for Ichigo's sake, I'll say...
"I love it! It's really sweet of you, but-"
"You really like it?! Good! I spent so much time trying to think of something that rhymed with 'most'!"
Okay...
"You are so beautiful and kind, Kuchiki-san! I love you, I love you, I love you! I LOVE YOU!"
"Um, well, alright, but-"
Before Rukia could finish her sentence, Ishida's hands were on her cheeks. He was closer than Rukia would've hoped. She almost fainted. She felt like she was being raped or something. A bitter feeling gripped her so tight she almost collapsed.
I'm not letting this happen again. No way! I don't like you like that! No!
"Ishida, I don't-"
"Sssh. Kuchiki-san, nothing else matters when I'm with you." Ishida whispered, leaning in close to her.
Rukia kicked him in the shin. Ishida cursed and pulled away. Rukia quickly fled the room, afraid to glance over her shoulder. As she shoved the door open, she was greeted with a bemused Ichigo. She grabbed his hand and continued to run. Ichigo was hopelessly running along behind her.
"What happened? Why are you running?"
"It dosen't matter, I'll tell you later!"
"Damnit, Ichi-ggggggggggggggggooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo! What do'ya hit me?!!!! Nee-san! Nee-san!!!" Kon whimpered.
"I told ya to write the working out as well, otherwise the freakin' teacher'll ask me to say how I worked it out!" Ichigo calmly replied.
"It's about time you did ya OWN homework, Mr. Kurosaki!" Kon folded his arms, turning away from Ichigo in disgust.
"What? I always do my own homework!"
"Huh?! Why did ya ask me to do it tonight, then?!"
"'Coz I was seein' if you're as clever as you claim to be."
"Sure." Kon said sarcastically.
Today has definately been one of my better days. I kicked Ishida in the leg!! I'm so proud of myself. The air feels clearer. Ichigo's calm again and Kon's...Kon's Kon. Maybe this whole thing can be forgotten. Maybe Ichigo likes me back. God, I hope so. But I think things are definately looking up...
Rukia smiled as she looked up at Ichigo and Kon arguing. Even they were arguing, the scene brought a smile to her face. Things were normal, and that's made her so cheerful. Hopefully no more Ishida issues, and more time with her family; Ichigo and Kon. No matter what problems came their way, Rukia was sure that things would always get worked out.
It was so damn cold. She was shivering underneath the sheets and thick bed covers. Her toes were the worst. Everything was closed, howver. All the windows. There was really no reason why it was so cold. She thought about asking Ichigo if she could share his bed with him, for surely the body heat between them should warm her up. But Rukia seriously doubted that he'd agree to that. He was strange around girls, she knew. Uneasy. She didn't want to make him feel uncomfortable in his own bed.
"Rukia...?" A voice whispered, as weak light seeped through into the closet. Rukia turned around to see a tall silhouette.
Ichigo...
"Are you cold? You can come in my bed, if you like..."
"Wha-How did you know I was cold?"
"I can literally hear your teeth chatterin'. Come on." He looked half asleep. None the less, he turned around and padded back to bed. Rukia followed, closing the closet door behind her.
Ichigo climbed into bed and moved over, making room for the little Death God. She got in, quickly wrapping the covers around her in an attempt to lock in the heat. There wasn't much of it, though.
"It's still ss-so cc-cold!" Rukia shuddered.
"Here." Ichigo wrapped his arms around her. Rukia blushed as she felt his body close up against her. She couldn't belive how warm his body was. He was practically on fire. Rukia glanced at his eyes, seeing if he noticed the color of her flushed cheeks. His eyes were closed. Rukia didn't think he was asleep. Just resting his eyes. She smiled.
"So...what happened with Ishida earlier?" He inquired, his eyes still closed.
"Um...he-he showed me something...on the computer, and it was really rubbish but I said I liked it 'coz I didn't want to hurt his feelings, and..."
Typical Rukia. Ichigo thought.
"Then he tried to ki-kiss me, I think..."
"Did he?" Ichigo opened one eye in interest. Well, Rukia supposed it was a mixture of interest, annoyance and anger. But a more lighter anger. A slight anger. Unusual for Ichigo.
"Yeah, but I kicked him!" Rukia giggled. Ichigo smiled in response.
Yeah, I think things are definately looking up...Ishida may have a special key to the I.T room, but Ichigo will always have a special key to my heart...
Yay! What a marvellous chapter! sorry not a lot of drama happened in this episode, but hey. Who cares? Please R&R I spent ages on this I'll have you lot know!!