Hey guys! I'm back and with me I have Chapter nine!!

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Stirring in her sleep, Momo slowly cracked her eyes open. Taking in her surroundings she sat up and sighed. 'Was last night just nightmare? I could have sworn it was real...'She thought. But then she recalled hearing Toushiro's voice. Eyes widening she looked around for him but he was nowhere in sight. 'Oh no! Please tell me I didn't scare him off!! I never wanted him to see me like that!'

Getting up, she kept looking around. She was about to call his name until she saw him making his way back from the forest. In his hand were a couple fish.

"Scared Hinamori?" He asked. She failed to notice that his voice was somewhat concerned. 'Did she have another nightmare while I was gone?'

Momo perked up at his voice, "Toushiro! You stayed!!" She got up and ran over to hug him. Caught off guard by her unusual behavior, he froze. What was he supposed to do? 'Hug her back stupid! She's happy so don't spoil the moment!' He thought.

Gulping, he moved his arms around her apprehensively and gave her an awkward hug. Momo sighed, she felt relaxed in his arms. They were so comforting that she really didn't want to let go. But sensing that she was making him uncomfortable she pushed herself away.

"Sorry." She said as a blush tinged her cheeks.

"It alright." He mumbled.

Looking down to the ground she bit her lip as silence soon engulfed them. Not thinking that she was going to say anything else, he walked over to their fire ring that he had made yesterday.

"About last night...." Momo muttered.

Toushiro looked over to her but said nothing. Momo clenched her fists, "I guess you would like an explanation..."

Toushiro could see that Momo felt very uncomfortable talking about whatever it was that scared her, so even though he was dying to know, he shook his head, "I can wait. You tell me when you're ready."

Momo's eyes widened, "R-really?"

Toushiro nodded, and went back to cooking the fish. Momo let a small smile grace her lips and walked over to where he was. Sitting down next to him she helped get the fish ready. "Thank you." She said softly.

Toushiro gave her a small smile, "You're welcome."

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"Uryu!!" Yelled Orihime excitedly, she quickly ran over to him. "Are you ready?" She asked.

Uryu nodded, "Yep, let's go." Orihime smiled and walked beside him. They were on their way to the training grounds to brush up on their techniques. "Do you think the others will be there already?"

Uryu shrugged, "Who knows....Ichigo said he'd try to be there, but he's swamped with paperwork. He's meeting Rukia later on this afternoon so they can discuss their meeting with that Yamamoto guy later on this week. "

Orihime's eyes lit up, not forgetting her most recent talk with Rukia, she giggled.

"What's so funny?" Asked Uryu.

"Oh nothing!"

Uryu eyed her skeptically before shrugging it off. Orihime shot him a side glance before blushing. He was looking extremely handsome today.

Once they were at said training grounds, they noticed that none of their friends were here. "Should we wait for them?" Asked Orihime.

Looking around one more time he shook his head, "No, they should learn to be more punctual."

Orihime had an idea hit her, "Hey Uryu, if the others can't train, why don't we ask Mr. Kenpa--"

"NO!!!!!" Uryu yelled in panic. But then seeing the surprised look on her face he smiled sheepishly, "I-I mean, Uh...no thank you?"

And with that said, he started to form an arrow. Orihime chuckled. He could be so funny at times.

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"Do you think they can see us?" Asked Rukia. They were hiding behind some bushes that outlined the entire training field. Followed by the trees that signalled the edge of the forest.

"Shhhh. Lower you're voice!" Whispered Ichigo. Rukia rolled her eyes. "This is childish Ichigo! I can't believe we're spying on them!"

He quirked an eyebrow, "Why are you complaining? You're the one who thought of this idea!!"

Rukia growled, "It was a joke! You're the one who took it literally!! Baka!"

Ichigo narrowed his eyes.

"Would you two idiots shut up!! Their gonna hear us!" Mumbled Renji.

But they ignored him and soon Rukia was twisting Ichigo's ear and pulling his hair while Ichigo was trying to push her off and keep from screaming.

Renji sighed, 'Why am I here again?' He looked at Yachiru who had managed to drag Kenny along as well, insisting that they would be able to see how strong Uryu was and then maybe get a rematch. Though now Kenpachi was regretting the idea immensely. He hated being wrapped around the pink haired girl's little finger, it was very bothersome at times.

Renji growled in frustration, he was getting annoyed. Finally, not being able to take their silent bickering anymore he thwacked both of them on the head, "Shut your god damn mouths!!" Both Ichigo and Rukia went silent while glaring at Renji and rubbing their sore heads.

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"Take this Uryu!!" Shouted Orihime as she called out Tsubaki.

Uryu blocked it and shot an arrow at her. They weren't fighting at full force, so his arrow was fairly easy to avoid.

"Try and go a little faster Orihime." He said as he dodged yet another attack.

"Okay!" She replied.

As Uryu began to shoot another arrow, Orihime silently called on Tsubaki again. Before Uryu could counter, Tsubaki had nicked his arm, "Very good!" He said.

Orihime smiled, "Thanks!!"

Uryu aimed another arrow but it was blocked by Orihime's shield. With another attack ready, she aimed Lily and Tsubaki at Uryu this time.

More scratches enveloped upon his arms and face. As Orihime ran to dodge another arrow, she tripped.

Not missing a beat, Uryu ran towards her trying to stop her from falling. Instead he ended up falling first while Orihime fell on top of him. Her lips met his with a quickness.

Both their eyes widening in shock they pulled apart. Their faces were cherry red as they just kept looking at each other.

"Orihime, I'm so sorr-"

Orihime put her finger on his lips, "Dont..." She mumbled, closing her eyes she kissed him again. He kissed her back almost immediately. Her lips were so soft and warm, he pulled her closer to him and she smiled. This felt so incredibly right. Uryu slipped his tongue into her mouth and pleasured her sweet taste while she did the same.

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Ichigo, Rukia, and Renji sat stock still, mouths gaping wide behind the bushes. Yachiru was smiling while Kenny was frowning.

"Woot! Pencil's getting it on with Bouncy!" Whispered Yachiru excitedly.

Ichigo, Renji, and Rukia nodded slowly, not tearing their eyes away from the scene unfolding for a second.

"Ugh! I came here to see some fighting dammit! This isn't fighting! C'mon Yachiru, let's get out of here. You're too young for this anyway." Mumbled Kenpachi.

"Coming Kenny, see ya guys!" She whispered and both her and Kenny disappeared.

"I think we should give them two some privacy..." Said Rukia. She didn't feel right watching them when they were...uh...busy...

"Sure, sure..." Said Renji and Ichigo as they waved her off.

Growling she hit them both on the heads and dragged them away by their ears while whispering as loud as she could without being overheard, "Perverts!"

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'Is this for real? Am I actually kissing Orihime? I am...and she's kissing me back! Does this means she likes me? Well, she is kissing me back...' He thought.

Orihime ran her fingers through his hair, 'It's so soft, just like I thought it would be...This feels so right! I can't believe this is actually happening! I'm the luckiest girl in the world!!' She thought.

Suddenly, reality lit it's way back into there brains as they heard laughter coming from a few feet away.

"Are you lovebirds gonna be very long? We need to train."

Looking up, Orihime and Uryu felt their faces heat up immensely, twice as red as a before. They recognized the two in font of them to be Ikkaku and Yumichicka from the eleventh squad.

Quickly getting up Uryu and Orihime apologized and ran off.

Neither one dared look at each other and so they ended up going to their own rooms to try and sort through the many emotions that now penetrated through them.

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Eyeing him wearily, Momo watched Toushiro. He was currently in front of her and they were making their way through the forest again. They had long since packed up and left their camp.

"I can feel your eyes boaring into the back of my head...Do you need me for something?"

Surprised that he was able to catch her, she quickly shook her head, "No..." She mumbled and turned her gaze towards the ground. "I was just wondering where we're heading..."

"Into town, there should be one near here, just a couple miles ahead. Why? Are you tired?" Momo shook her head, then realizing he couldn't see it, replied, "No, I was just wondering."

Keeping her gaze on the ground, she sighed. Toushiro had been acting strange all day. He'd been kinder and more considerate today. He rarely said anything and was less annoying than usual. It's like he was really trying his best not to upset her in anyway. He hadn't even called her Bedwetter!

'Why is he being so nice? Does he feel sorry for me or something? Was last night really that bad?...Okay, stupid question Momo, of course it was!.....He looks tired, did he sleep at all last night?'

Walking up in front of him she turned around and examined his face. He slowly raised an eyebrow as she did.

"Do you find my face interesting?" He asked, she looked up at him, "Did you sleep any last night?"

Frowning Toushiro lied, "Of course I did, why would you ask such a stupid question?"

Momo narrowed her eyes, "Just wondering." She muttered, and once again let him walk in front of her. She didn't believe him, not for a second. But she'd let it pass for now.

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Sighing Orihime sat on her bed and looked out her window. Today was perfect. She'd have to tell Rukia later on...little did she know, Rukia had already seen most of it.

Smiling to herself, she picked up a picture that she had taken just after they saved Soul Society. It was with the whole gang, including the Shiba family and Hanatarou. However, her eyes wondered to the last person on the far right.

'Uryu...I have to talk to you....You left so suddenly that I never got the chance before...I need to know if you want to be with me...Where do we go from here?' She thought to herself. 'But first....I better go fill in Rukia. She'd be so mad if I didn't tell her...plus she might be able to help in some way.'

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It was nighttime by the time they decided to settle down and camp.

"I'll go get dinner." Said Toushiro.

Momo nodded and followed him towards the river. She sat down at the banks and watched while he caught the fish.

"So...When will be be in town?" Asked Momo.

"Tomorrow." Replied Toushiro.

All was silent once again as Momo watched Toushiro fished. 'I think that when we get into town, I should make Toushiro a big meal! Afterall, I bet he's tired of always cooking for me...then again, he wouldn't have too if he would stop being so stubborn and just give me my sword....'

Once they were done fishing they went back to camp and started to cook. "Let me cook it this time."Mumbled Momo as she swiped the fish from his hands and prepared the fire.

Blinking Toushiro shrugged, "Okay." He muttered and sat down.

Silence engulfed them yet again as he watched Momo cook. After the fish were done they ate in a comfortable silence.

Once they were finished eating, Toushiro had leaned himself against a tree and watched Momo from across the fire. Sighing, he closed his eyes. Only to open them a second later. He didn't want to go to sleep, he wanted to stay up and make sure Momo didn't have any nightmares. He hated it that he couldn't help whatever was troubling her. It made him feel powerless that she wouldn't open up to him, he had never liked that feeling. In fact, he hated it, being powerless meant he had no control, and he always liked to have everything under control.

"Go to sleep, it's obvious you're tired."

Toushiro came back to reality, "What are you talking about? I'm not tired at all!" He snapped as he stifled a yawn. It took all of his will power not to close his eyes.

Momo smirked, "Oh please, that's bull and you know it. Now go to sleep before I make you." She commanded. However, he just glared at her and sat up straighter.

Momo sighed and walked over to him. Gently moving him so his head now rested in her lap, he tensed as she started to run her fingers through his hair. It was softer than what she had thought it would be. It was like silk almost.

If this didn't get him to sleep, she didn't know what would. She faintly remembered doing this to the boy she used to play with as a kid. If only she could remember his name...

"What are you doing?" He mumbled. Momo shrugged, "Trying to get you to relax. Then maybe you'll stop lying to me and go to sleep."

"Well it's not going to work." He said as he crossed his arms, feeling Toushiro's tense stature start to loosen, Momo smirked discontinued rubbing Toushiro's head.

"I never actually said stop." Muttered Toushiro. He was starting to enjoy that.

"Then just fall asleep and we won't have a problem."

"Tch. And how do I know that as soon as I fall asleep you won't tie me up and run off?"

Momo smiled, "You don't. You have to trust me not too..."

Toushiro closed his eyes, "Trusting people isn't something I do very well..."

Momo rolled her eyes, "Yeah, I've noticed."

Sighing and finally giving into temptation Toushiro let the darkness overcome him.

"But I think I'm starting to trust you Momo...." He muttered and she listened as his breathing became even and slow. She was shocked to say the least. She hadn't seen that coming, he was beginning to trust her? Seriously?

Looking at him she smiled, "I think I feel the same way..."

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Hey guys! Chapter Nine! Yay!! So how did you guys like the surprise? Things are starting to heat up between the characters now!

Sorry if it's a little choppy in some places...I had a little case of writers block and tried my hardest to work through it. In the end this is what I came up with.

Hope you guys like it! Please R&R!!

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