(Chapter 3 is here. Hope you enjoy.)
As the explosion of reiatsu finally died out, Ichimaru Gin and Tousen Kaname stood up. Aizen approaced the unconscious ex-shinigami, quickly looking him over. A hollow hole had appeared in his midsection. Curious. I see no traces of a mask. It must be due to the fact that his transformation was more like a Vaizard's than a Hollow's.
"Aizen-taichou, what about his memories and experiences? If we wake him up right now, he's still goin' to be our enemy." Gin moved over to stand beside his superior and released the binding spell on Ichigo.
"I've taken care of that already, Gin. When I used reiatsu to activate the Hougyoku, I also initiated a side-function that Urahara Kisuke included in the orb. His memories and past experiences have been wiped from his mind. He only knows his name and that he is the Espada Numero Zero." Aizen lifted his right hand and snapped his fingers. The brand new Espada opened his eyes immediately, stood up and let his gaze wander around the room, eventually spotting Aizen.
"Welcome, Espada Numero Zero. Would you tell us your name and purpose?"
The orange-haired espada's expression changed for a moment, as he searched his mind for the answer. "My name is Kurosaki Ichigo, Espada #0. I exist for Aizen-sama, his will is my will, his enemies are my enemies." His eyes were empty and his face was as emotionless as his voice.
Aizen picked up the cleaver-shaped zanpaktou resting on the pedestal behind the Espada and inspected it. He grasped the handle and ran his hand over the blade. "Your zanpaktou." Aizen handed the blade to the Espada.
"In order to master your new power, you will need to be trained. Ulquiorra shall train you in the use of your hollow powers." Aizen turned to Ichimaru Gin. "Gin, I want you to teach him Kidou and reiatsu manipulation." Ichimaru smirked. "Ya got it, boss."
Aizen turned towards Tousen Kaname. "Tousen, escort him to his quarters. His training will begin tomorrow." Aizen turned to leave the room, as Tousen replied. "Hai, Aizen-sama." Tousen motioned for Ichigo to follow and they left.
Kuchiki Byakuya was in the garden located in the Kuchiki Mansion, when the announcement for a Taichou meeting was given. I am sorry, Hisana. He sighed and picked up Senbonzakura. As he exited the garden, he turned around and took one last look at his wife's grave. I shall return soon. He left the Kuchiki compound and headed for the First Division quarters.
Inside, the remaining division leaders were already assembled. "All the squad leaders are present. Let us commence the Taichou meeting." Sou-taichou Genryuusai Yamamoto tapped the floor with his cane to signify the opening of the meeting. "Taichou of the 6th Division, give us your report on the rescue mission to Hueco Mundo." Everyone turned to look at the Kuchiki Clan head in anticipation.
"As we entered Hueco Mundo via the garganta stabilized by Urahara Kisuke, myself, 4th, 11th, and 12th division taichous immediately sensed spirit pressures of Kurosaki Ichigo, Abarai Renji, Kuchiki Rukia, Ishida Uryuu, Sado Yasutora and Orihime Inoue. We split up in order to aid as many of them
as possible in the shortest amount of time. I headed for Kuchiki Rukia's location and found her severely wounded. I encountered the 7th Espada and defeated him in a brief battle that soon followed." He nodded towards Kurotsuchi.
"I went for Abarai Renji and that fool of a Quincy Ishida Uryuu. They had suffered grievous injuries at the hands of the 8th espada Szayel Aporro, but he was pwned(AN: sorry, I had to :P) by yours truly. I was also able to retrieve invaluable specimens from Aporro's laboratory. They will prove most useful in my research." The 12th division taichou chuckled to himself. Very useful indeed, he thought.
"Tsch, since I don't care about fighting weaklings unlike these two, I headed for Ichigo. I knew the strongest guys would be where that kid was." Kenpachi grinned, reminding himself of his great battle with Nnoitra. That ant was pretty strong. "I fought with the 5th espada Nnoitra Jiruga. Was kicking his ass too, even after he released. But that damn angst-face Ulquiorra had to show up and crash the party. I let that Ichigo-kid fight him while I finished the bug." Kenpachi sighed and continued. "The kid was way over in his head with that opponent." Kenpachi went silent. Unohana Retsu took this as her que to speak.
"We gathered the survivors and healed their injuries, with the assistance of Inoue Orihime. Unfortunately, we felt Kurosaki Ichigo's spiritual pressure vanish completely. I regret to inform you that he was killed in combat." The whole room went silent, shocked by the news.
"The loss of Kurosaki Ichigo is deeply regrettable, but ultimately, the mission was a success. Inoue Orihime was retrieved. And the loss of his espada will have delayed his plans by a few months atleast. We must steel ourselves for the upcoming conflict. Dismissed." The sou-taichou tapped the floor once again, and the captains turned to leave.
"You really think that Kurosaki kid is dead, Yama-jii?" Shunsui Kyoraku took off his straw hat and straightened his hair, as he turned to look at Yamamoto.
"I truly hope so, Kyoraku-taichou. It is the best I can wish for him." The old Captain Commander exited the meeting hall leaving the 8th division taichou alone in the room. Indeed...he thought, as he left the First division quarters.
(Look out for chapter 4, sidenote: I tried thinking of a decent espada name for Ichigo but couldn't. So i decided to just settle for his own name. Hope ya don't mind! Also, reviews are always appreciated!)