Hey guys, back with more. So I'll try to update more frequently than before and we'll see what happens. I also have to start writing on something else, and a lot of tests coming up. So if this chapter comes out a bit late, that's why. These tests are important. Anyway, enough talk about stupid school. Thanks for the reviews BloodyRose, quietreaper, Zara Blacknight and collmon16!
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Chapter 9: Return to the Soul Society
Elizabeth stood with her blade in front of her, in case Golden Eye attacked them. Toshiro and Ichigo stood with their Zanpakuto in front of them, Karin standing behind both of them. Golden eye just smirked, looking behind him.
"So, that's the so-called Soul Society. I don't understand why Merlik is so interested in this place." He said, Toshiro, Karin and Ichigo widening their eyes. The boy's eyes soon turned from surprise to anger. Karin just stood there, trying to keep her cool. Elizabeth looked back at them, wondering why they seemed so angry. Though she decided not to let it bother her right now. He was a bigger threat than the ones who appeared out of nowhere earlier.
"So, you're one of Merlik's followers. What the hell does he want?" Ichigo asked, Elizabeth looking at him.
"Who knows? He likes keeping things to himself. So it's hard to tell what he really wants. All I know is that he's interested in the Soul Society. And in you, Skysilver." He said, looking over at Elizabeth. She narrowed her eyes, Toshiro trying to not to charge carelessly.
"I don't even know who this Merlik is, so I don't see why he's interested in me." She said, trying not to let him get under her skin, like he already has on Toshiro and Ichigo.
"Is that so? Then would you like to meet him? I'm sure he can find some time to meet you while taking care of the Soul Society." He said, smirking. All three of them got ready to fight, Hyorinmaru and Zangetsu appearing to help. Marthera also showed herself. "That against it, huh? Let's see what you can do then!" he said, pulling out his weapon. Elizabeth hasn't seen him fight in close combat before. So she didn't know how to fight up against him. And she didn't have to either. The presence of a lot more people, Soul Reapers and Masters alike, were moving fast towards them.
"That must be everyone else." Karin said, all of them nodding in agreement. Golden Eye looked annoyed, disappearing while Elizabeth was the only one paying attention.
"Don't go after him, it's not worth it. He's a coward." Marthera said, Elizabeth nodding. She sheathed her sword as the Soul Reapers did the same. The following came running down the hill towards them: Soi-Fon, Omaeda, Elliot, Metal, Kisuke, Yoruichi, Drew, Alice, Shuhei and Rangiku. Hyorinmaru and Zangetsu went back into their Zanpakuto, knowing everyone was safe now.
"Hey, you all OK?" Ichigo yelled up, Toshiro standing in place while Karin stood behind him smiling.
"Yeah, how about you?" Soi-Fon asked as they arrived down, Elizabeth looking at Alice. Good, she's safe. I don't want to lose her a second time. She thought. You might have to. You know the Soul Society can't stay here. The reason you're here is so you can return things to normal. Alice is a Soul Reaper Captain now, so she's going to have to go as well. Marthera said, Elizabeth nodding. I'll do it later. Let's at least give everyone a chance to relax. We also need to learn more about what's going on. She said, Marthera nodding as she walked into the group.
"Sorry to ruin the little chat, but wouldn't it be safer inside of the Soul Society?" She asked, everyone nodding as they walked in.
"You've become quite the leader, Elizabeth. And to think you used to be a harmless little girl." Alice said, walking towards her.
"You're one to talk. People keep saying you're a cold-hearted warrior who fights alone. And now you're controlling an entire squad?" She smirked. Alice smiled and laughed a bit, her sister asking about where the other Masters were.
"They said they wanted to make sure the towns and cities were safe and not harmed. So we should fix this mess soon." Alice said, Elizabeth nodding.
"Yeah, but how about giving everyone a break for today. Who knows, it might help us figure out what's going on." She proposed, her sister nodding as she went to find Byakuya. She's become a better leader, that's for sure. She'll be just fine here on her own. Marthera said, Elizabeth nodding. Yeah, and as soon as the Soul Society is back where it belongs, we can focus on getting rid of Merlik. She thought, looking around at the other Soul Reapers. They all seemed rather relaxed now that they were back in the Soul Society.
"You Ok? You don't usually stay this quiet when we're in a new area, unless you're unconscious." Drew said, smirking after saying it. Elizabeth growled at him, not in the mood for any smart remarks.
"I'm just fine; you won't be however if you continue to annoy me." She said, looking at him from the corner of her eye. He laughed a bit, looking around as soon as they went pass the gate. He wasn't expecting this many Soul Reapers, even if this was the Soul Society. They seemed to be all over the place. Just like insects, only these guys might be more annoying to get rid of. Darkterra said, Drew sighing. Well, the only thing we need to do to get rid of them as you put it, is to help them get back to where they used to be and fix what Merlik's done. He said, his wolf agreeing. Elizabeth looked around, noticing a few people were already gone. Alice, Byakuya and Soi-Fon had vanished, their Lieutenants staying, as well as Karin, Toshiro, Ichigo, Karin, Kisuke and Yoruichi.
"Where did they go?" Drew wondered, Toshiro turning towards them.
"Most likely to tell the Head Captain we're back. Anyway, you two need to stay at one of the Squads while you're here. And I don't think staying in the same Squad is a good idea, seeing how some of the Captains might be interested in you and staying in the same Squad might make you more of a target if they know where you are. I know at least one Captain who'll want new test subjects." He explained, Elizabeth and Drew looking at each other after he said 'test subjects'.
"Uh…don't think I wanna know more than that." Drew said, Elizabeth agreeing. "So, why don't I join you and she can go with her sister." He suggested, Toshiro agreeing.
"I can show you to our Squad, you can just wait there until she comes back." Shuhei said, Elizabeth nodding and following him, Toshiro leading Karin and Drew to his Quarters while Ichigo and Rukia went towards where the rest of the Captains were.
All the Captains, except Toshiro, were discussing how to fix this mess the Soul Society was in, although some of them seemed rather annoyed by it.
"It's these Masters fault this happened in the first place! We should just make them pay." Captain Kurotsuchi said, having a very firm opinion. Alice shook her head slowly, though not saying anything. She didn't want to make an enemy out of the Captain of Squad 12.
"I agree with him. We should defiantly not let them stay here." Captain Kutoro said, Captain Skysilver looking straight at him.
"That would be the same as throwing out Captain Hitsugaya, Rangiku Matsumoto and Karin Kurosaki. Would you want that to happen as well, Captain Kutoro?" She asked, though he didn't say anything.
"And what of that message we got? From that fire Master, remember? Were you able to get her here?" Captain Mashio said, Captain Skysilver looking at her from the corner of her eye.
"Yes, but she's staying at my Quarters. So she's already somewhere we can keep an eye on her." She explained, Captain Kuchiki looking at the Head Captain.
"She thinks she might be able to return the Soul Society, though advises us to rest for the rest of the day in case something happens." He explained, Head Captain Yamamoto thinking.
"Then we will take her advice and rest for the rest of the day. Dismissed!" he said, all of them Flash Stepping away.
Sorry this was so short, but I really have a busy schedule nowadays. Once the summer start, I'll be writing like there's no tomorrow. Also, this story is coming to an end. It's not as long as the other one and I apologize for that. But it'll only be about 3-4 more chapters before it's done. But, for now, I might not post another chapter before the summer starts. Anyway, leave a review and I'll see ya next chapter!