Hey everyone, sorry this was not out sooner. I felt disappointed with myself over last chapter, and it took a little bit before I felt like writing again. I might re-write the last chapter in the next couple of days, but I'm not sure. Well, anyways, extra thanks goes to LeftHRyder, your reviews always help me feel like writing more! :)

I still do not own Bleach…

Chapter 6

Ulquiorra

These vile pills…they had to go. For once, Ulquiorra cared more about his own sanity than the mission Aizen had given him. Disgust filled him, and he threw the pill bottle as far as he could out of the window, quickly following it with a cero. Sitting on his bed, he still felt nauseous. Had those words really come out of his mouth? "You are the color yellow, because you are bright and full of hope. A beautiful color not meant to be caged in the greys of Hueco Mundo." He had of course sonidoed out of the room immediately after, and had decided to have a nameless Arrancar serve the woman her dinner. These weird feelings compelled his body disobey his mind. He did not appreciate this, and decided he would never ask Szayel for any help ever again. The drugs had begun to wear off, and he felt much more comfortable being his normal stoic self. However, the shame of showing emotions would not leave him. He decided he would have someone else give the woman her food for the next couple of days.

Aizen

As the words uttered from Ulquiorra's mouth had sounded from the small speaker attached to his screen, Aizen had felt mildly surprised. He would have to congratulate Szayel for a job well done; who knew Ulquiorra could be romantic? At any rate, Aizen was pleased his plan was coming along. Soon, Orihime would fall in love with Ulquiorra, and then Aizen would have complete control. All he would have to do is torture Ulquiorra in front of the woman, and then she would do anything Aizen wanted without question. A smile spread across his face.

A soft rustling sound whispered from the corner of the room. Aizen did not even turn his head, he already knew who it was.

"Don't 'cha have anythin' better ta be doin' lord?" The silver fox man asked.

"No," Aizen replied, slightly irritated about the interruption, "That's what I have you and Tousen for. Now go back to doing something useful and leave me alone."

Once his annoyance had left, Aizen relaxed again and looked at the screen. A knock once again sounded at the door, and irritation once again filled him. Szayel entered, looking particularly scared. A smirk rose on Aizen's face as he asked what the matter was and Szayel squirmed even more.

"Aizen-sama, I am afraid I have made a horrible mistake. My experim-..I mean, the aid I have given Ulquiorra has permanently altered him. I am afraid that the drug-…I mean, medicine, will make him gain the ability to feel emotions for the rest of his life." With that said, Szayel looked like he would like nothing more than to run and not face Aizen's wrath.

Surprisingly, however, Aizen gave a dark chuckle. "I approve, Szayel. Your experiment will prove entertaining while I await the perfect time to begin the war." Szayel left, and Aizen looked much happier. He was certainly going to look forward to Ulquiorra cracking under the pressure of keeping up his stoic facade.

Orihime

Sighing, Orihime moved to sit on the edge of her bed. She was surprised with herself; she actually missed Ulquiorra. It had been days, and she was itching to ask him about the words he had said to her. Did he really mean them? And what was with the sudden show of emotion? A thought came to her head. If he was actually showing emotions and opening up to her, then she should make sure to help him. It was her job, she decided, to make him feel more comfortable with her. That's what any good friend would do, she reasoned.

The thought made her pause. Did she consider Ulquiorra her friend? Could anyone consider this unemotional man their friend? Eyes widened as she thought about it. He needed a friend! That was it! That was what anyone who seemed as sad as him needed, and she would be his friend! A voice in her head tried to talk with her 'Are you sure that is all that you want from him though?' She did not listen to it and kept thinking about Operation: Become Ulquiorra's Friend. Her planning skills, however, were horrible and over the span of an entire hour, she had come up with nothing. The voice tried talking to her again, 'Maybe he needs something more than just friendship, maybe he needs true love?'

She tried dismissing the voice, but she could not help how she felt around Ulquiorra. He had started affecting her by his mere presence, and the lack of his presence had been making her depressed. She wanted to feel his hair on her cheek again and feel that closeness again…blushing, she shook her head. Did the time she almost kissed Kurosaki mean nothing to her? Her heart was in complete turmoil now, what was she supposed to do…

As if on cue, the person of her thoughts entered the room following a small knock. He was pushing the same cart as always, same look on his face as always. "Here is your dinner, woman. Eat it within the hour." He made to leave, and a sudden impulse overcame Orihime. She stood up quickly and lunged towards his turned back, grabbing his arm. He stopped, and turned to face her. "What is it you require, woman?" She could almost see some emotion in his eyes, and she leaned forward a bit to get a better look. He did not look away as she stared into his eyes, and she almost gasped in shock as she recognized the emotion. It was a mix of confusion…and…

"What am I to you, Ulquiorra?" she blurted out suddenly. He looked shocked, but moved a little closer to her to answer in a quiet tone.

"Someone I can never have." His tone seemed a little sad, and she decided to push her luck after hearing the shocking statement.

"Why not?" She asked softly, surprise and curiosity lacing her tone.

"Because I will only cause you problems."

Feeling even bolder than usual, she tightened her grip on his arm and whispered, "What if I don't care about a few more problems?" She almost felt like she was watching someone else in her body; the other person leaned forward and paused, their lips only millimeters away from Ulquiorra's. Orihime watched as Ulquiorra's eyes widened, and she was so wrapped up in seeing that beautiful green that she almost missed him lean forward to completely close the distance. She closed her eyes, and felt soft and surprisingly warm lips brush against hers. Electric currents went through her body. After only the one brush, however, she felt nothing else. Opening her eyes, she saw nothing but an empty space and her open door. Smiling, she touched her fingertips lightly to her lips.

So, I was thinking, I might shorten this and just have the next chapter skip to the end, and how he feels in the last fight against Kurosaki...It might be quite a bit angsty though. Or, I can continue and keep writing how I think they would feel as the storyline continues. I would love to know your opinions about it :)