AN: Okay, so um, one of the more recent reviews really hurt my feelings and I was about to give up on this story but then I realized, this is my story, I'm writing it because I want to and I'm writing it the way I see it in my head, sorry but if you don't like it, then don't read it; no need to hate. Anyway, here's my next chapter, enjoy. I do not own Bleach or any of its characters.

Chapter 4 Orihime's Point Of View

I had just finished dusting the furniture, and moving my clothes to my room when there was a knock at my door. "Rukia! Come in, sorry if it's a bit messy, I'm still unpacking and cleaning."

"It's fine, Orihime. I understand you just came back yesterday."

"Yeah but…oh no! I don't have any food or beverages to offer either. How embarrassing, I'm so sorry."

"Calm down, it's fine. Why don't we go to a coffee shop?"

I nod as I take off my apron and grab my bag. After making sure I have my key, I lock the door behind me and follow Rukia to a coffee shop that I've never seen before.

Rukia explains as she leads me to the counter, "It opened up about four years ago, which is why you probably haven't seen it...I'll have two usual's, please."

I look around in awe as I let Rukia order for us. It seems like a cozy place. I feel her tug on my sleeve then. I blush lightly as I apologize and follow her to the pickup place.

After handing me my part of the order, she leads me to one of the tables outside of the coffee shop. I place my things down before sitting. "Oh, Rukia, here…I'll give you some money since you paid for both of us."

"It's okay, Orihime, keep your money. It was no problem at all."

I put my wallet back in my purse and take a small sip of the coffee. I feel my eyes sparkle as the fluid fills my mouth. I swallow and exclaim happily, "This is really great coffee, what kind is it?"

"A cappuccino with some java chips. I knew you'd like it. Do you mind if I start asking questions about yesterday now?"

I shake my head as I take another sip of the drink. "What did Ichigo say about what I told you to tell him?"

"He got upset and said something like, 'How can I not feel that way when she feels the same?!' but then he asked me for the same favor you asked me and told me to tell you that he didn't plan to break up with you."

"I see…why don't you tell me about how your visit with him went?"

I smile as I put down my drink and begin, "Well at first I wasn't sure if it was him but when he recognized me and hugged me, I knew it was him. Then he invited me in, offered to feed me and then began cooking when my stomach grumbled."

I force my smile to refrain from getting any bigger, "While he cooked, we made small talk. Then we ate and he offered to make some tea. That's when I brought up what you wanted to talk about and that's when he told me what I told you earlier."

As I look over at Rukia, I see her in deep thought. She doesn't seem angry or upset, just thoughtful. I still feel bad so I ask, "Rukia? Did I do something wrong?"

"Hm? Oh, no. Orihime, you didn't do anything wrong. I just need to talk to Ichigo myself and clear things up."

"Um, Rukia? Why didn't you just talk to Ichigo yourself from the start? I'm really sorry, I know it's rude of me…"

"I just needed to confirm something, thanks for helping Orihime. I'll see you around,"Rukia stands up and leaves.

I sigh aloud to myself and stare at the table glumly. I'm so deep in thought that I don't hear the footsteps that approach me.

"Why do you look so down, Orihime?"

"Ichigo? What are you doing here?"

"I was in the mood for coffee, so I came here and saw you. Wait here while I order my drink."

I'm not sure why, but I do as he says and wait at the table instead of coming up with an excuse to leave. I take small sips of my drink as I think of the pros and cons of staying.

As the list grows for the cons, Ichigo takes a seat across from me. Suddenly, I find it very hard to swallow the small amount of coffee in my mouth. Ichigo asks, as he blows on his black coffee, "So what are you doing here? I didn't think you'd know about this place so soon."

"Ah, well you see, I invited Rukia over to my place this morning but I didn't have anything to offer her so she brought me here."

"Where is she now? Why isn't she with you?"

"She had to leave early because…"I try to remember the reason but it is so hard with his chocolate orbs focusing on me.

"Oh well, now we get to catch up some more. I can look for Rukia later."

I take another sip from my drink so I don't say anything stupid. What should I ask him though? Wait! What if he asks me something that'll make things awkward? I need to come up with a question and quick.

"How are your sisters and father?"

"Yuzu and Karin are doing great, I'm sure they'd like to see you sometime. As for that old man, he keeps nagging me to get serious with someone. If only he knew that I blew that chance,"Ichigo mumbles the last part so I don't hear what he says.

I look at him worriedly as he changes the subject, "So tell me why you didn't keep in contact throughout those five years."

I blush as I begin to explain, "At first, it was because I was embarrassed due to the way I said goodbye to you but then after that I had a possessive boyfriend. Sora had to help me end things with him last month."

"Your brother had to help you? Did that guy hurt you?!"

I jump slightly at Ichigo's sudden change in mood from calm to angry. I want to lie but due to the way his eyes pierce mine, I can't, "Not really…"

"Hime…tell me what happened,"Ichigo demands a bit calmer.

"It started off like any normal relationship, holding hands and that kind of stuff but then he would start by being possessive and not letting me talk to anyone else but my brother. And then he heard me tell someone that I was going to try to contact people from Karakura and that's when he accused me of cheating and started calling me all these mean things and spreading rumors about me."

I see Ichigo clench his fist as I continue, "When I tried breaking things off with him, he threatened to physically hurt me."

Suddenly, he smashes his fist on the table, almost causing our drinks to spill and for me to almost jump out of my chair. "Dammit, Orihime! Didn't you tell your brother these things?"

"I did but we couldn't do anything about it since we had no proof and he hadn't done anything yet. So instead my brother talked to him for me. The good thing was that, that's when I decided to take the job offer here in Karakura."

"I wish I was there to protect you,"Ichigo mumbles as he stares over at me.

I look over at him then, making eye contact with him. Despite the fact that I want to stay in this moment that we're in right now, I ruin it. Why? Well because he's still with Rukia. "Don't worry about it, Ichigo. That's history now. Anyway, I need to do some grocery shopping. Rukia went that way, see you around."

I say as I get up and leave with my coffee. Sorry, Ichigo, I can't allow myself to fall for you again. Or did I never 'unfall' for you?

AN: So I'm not sure how this chapter came out but oh well. The next chapter is most likely going to start with Rukia. Please review and tell me what you think, but remember be nice!