BLEACH- Thundering Blizzards
Wave 2
The mighty blade of Ryuumon Hozukimaru fell from the sky, crashing into the asphalt ground below. The dust clouds cleared, showing Ikkaku. He was holding one of the handles of his bankai, it was snapped. "Damn it." He hissed under his hitched breath. He slowly fell to the earth.
Hanayuki was about to run to Ikkaku but Yumichika stopped her. "Look." is all he said, his eyes set on Edorad. His torso was split, his arm completely hacked off. "Ikkaku Madarame huh? I'm glad I asked what his name was." Edorad coughed up blood and fell at a rapid pace.
Hanayuki broke out of Yumichika's grip and ran to her fallen friend. "Ikkaku!" She cried, both happy and sad. She took Ikkaku in her arms, letting him rest his head on her shoulder. She could feel him struggle to get up. "Don't move, we don't know your injuries yet. You won, now just relax." she said in a comforting voice. Yumichika could see it even though they won't tell each other. Ikkaku and Hanayuki loved each other deeply. He could definitely see it in Hana's eyes. She cares for Ikkaku more then anyone ever did.
Yumichika made his way towards the two. "I knew it." he said, breathing a sigh of relief. Ikkaku managed to look towards his friend. "I knew you were alive, Ikkaku." Yumichika smiled. Ikkaku smirked, moving to where his head was in Hanayuki's lap. "Of course. Luck's on my side today. Big time." he said, closing his eyes.
Kakuya left the scene, sensing Hitsugaya may need help. Her Captain constantly teased her about her feelings towards the genius Captain.
*Flashback*
Kakuya was watching the new Captain, Toshiro Hitsugaya train. She could see why he was given the title of Captain, he was strong to say the least. He was smart, level-headed and quite handsome. She blushed softly as Hitsugaya summoned the released form of his zanpakuto, Hyorinmaru.
She was even amazed by Hyorinmaru, such a powerful sword. Able to control water, ice even the weather. She could appreciate the beauty of his attacks. The blade was sleek. The guard strong. And the hilt…everything about Hyorinmaru was amazing. "Cool, just the Captain who wields him." she sighed softly.
"Oh, there you are Kimawari-san." She looked behind her to see her captain, Jyushiro Ukitake. He's a kind and gentle man. She respects her captain more then anyone else. Why? Because, even though he has a horrible disease, he's still strong. He doesn't let it stop him from enjoying life and its simple pleasures. Like spending time with your friends. And, he has a wonderful sense of humor. He is also very generous, sharing candy and giving people gifts, however strange they may be.
"Hello Captain Ukitake." she said, bowing respectfully to the white haired man. "What is my favorite Shinigami doing so far from the barracks?" he asked, flashing a kind smile. "I was just going for a walk, enjoying this lovely day Captain." she said, it was mostly true. She just happened to stumble along the gorgeous Captain Hitsugaya training.
"I see, oh, there's young Toshiro Hitsugaya." he noticed then looked at Kakuya. "Ahh, I see what is going on here." he said, kneeling down to her level. He could see her face blushing softly. "You have a crush on Toshiro, don't you Kakuya?" he asked, still smiling. Kakuya knew she couldn't hide a thing from her captain. "Y-yes sir. A stupid kid thing I know. I just can't help it!" she said, looking up at Ukitake.
His smile grew. "How cute. Let me guess, your first love?" he asked. Kakuya was normally not like this, never real girly. She nodded, still blushing. "Don't worry Kakuya-chan. Your secret is safe with me. Just let things run their course. Who knows, he may feel the same way. And this is nothing to be ashamed of little one." he explained. She was still blushing but smiled a little. "Heh. Thanks Captain." she said. "Come, I have some of those chewy cinnamon candies you love so much." he offered as she stood up.
*Flashback end*
"Ukitake deserves the respect he has. He's the reason why I'm still alive. I owe him my life, I am dedicated to him." she said seriously, following the cool reiatsu of Toshiro Hitsugaya. "I just hope everything's ok. If the other Arrancar are as strong as that Grimmjow guy, we're screwed." she gulped.
Grimmjow released his reiatsu into the atmosphere. Ichigo launched an attack with Zangetsu, but Grimmjow blocked it way too easily. He then used his reiatsu to fire Ichigo back. "Damn it." Ichigo growled, looking down on Grimmjow. "Hey, Shinigami, quit yankin my chain. I don't wanna waste my time killing you as you are now. I'm giving you a break so you can get your bankai out! Do it, or I'm gonna punch you full of holes like I did to that Shinigami over there!" Grimmjow exclaimed.
Rukia's abdomen had been impaled by Grimmjow not too long ago…"Bastard!" Ichigo started charging up his reiatsu. "Bankai!!" he cried out. Grimmjow still didn't seem fazed. "Is that it?" he wondered out loud.
Ichigo charged at Grimmjow but couldn't land a single blow. Nothing could connect. It wasn't helpful that Grimmjow could actually grab Zangetsu bare handed. Ichigo was getting thrown all over the place. And one absurdly powerful kick to the side sent Ichigo plummeting to the ground.
All Ichigo could feel was extreme pain all over his body. This Grimmjow guy was too fast for him to counter! He lost count of how many hits he had taken. All the while, Grimmjow's psychotic laughter was heard as his fists connected with Ichigo's face. Glimpses of everyone who had been injured by the Arrancars flashed through his mind as he was beaten as if he had no strength to speak of whatsoever.
'Ya shoulda just killed him Ulquiorra! Growth rate and useful to us my ass!' Grimmjow growled in his mind. He was growing bored. He soon let Ichigo fall to the ground. "Is that all there is to bankai? Don't disappoint me, Shinigami!" He spat at the ground. "Is your speed the only thing that bankai increases? Huh?" Grimmjow's eyes narrowed as he couldn't find the body of the Soul Reaper.
"Getsuga Tensho!" Ichigo fired a powerful blast at Grimmjow, it only seemed as if his skin was barely scathed. "What the hell was that? Ulquiorra didn't tell me about that move, Shinigami." Grimmjow smirked insanely. "Am I still disappointing you, Arrancar?" Ichigo asked in a mocking tone. All Grimmjow responded with was a crazed laughter. "Bring it on, Shinigami! Now I can say there's a reason to kill you!"
"Ichigo, what are you smirking about?" Ichigo felt a slight pain in his right eye. "You seem pretty sure of yourself." the demonic voice called out. "Wait…just a bit longer." "How far do you think you can get on your own?!" it scolded, yet in a mocking voice. 'Dammit, is that all a direct hit with Getsuga Tensho will do to him? The black Getsuga Tensho was originally his technique. If I use it, will he appear more quickly?' Ichigo wondered, holding his slowly changing eye.
'At best, I can get off two or three more before he takes over. What do I do?' he wondered, desperate for a way to beat this guy. "Hey! Don't space out on me, Shinigami! Now its my turn!" Grimmjow smirked, unsheathing his sword. But soon felt a powerful presence behind him.
It was the traitorous blind Soul Reaper, Kaname Tousen. "Sheath your sword, Grimmjow." he demanded in his usual calm tone. "Tousen! Why the hell are you here?!" Grimmjow growled, sheathing his sword, not taking his eyes off the dark skinned man. "Why you ask? You really don't know? You take it upon yourself to invade the real world, mobilize five Arrancar and then lose them in battle. You are in violation of your orders." Tousen explained, making his way toward Grimmjow.
"You understand don't you? Lord Aizen is furious, Grimmjow. Come. Your punishment shall be decided in Hueco Mundo." He demanded, opening a portal to their world. "Whatever." Something then popped into his mind. "Actually, gimme an hour or so, there's somethin I need to check." he said, dashing off without waiting for a reply from Tousen.
Hanayuki was supporting Ikkaku, careful not to injure him further. She suddenly sensed something powerful coming from where her home is. "Hey, Yumi…" "Hmm, what is it Hana-chan?" Yumichika asked, turning his attention towards the woman. "You got Ikkaku right? I hate to abandon him in this state, but I think there's a strong reiatsu heading towards my place." she asked nervously. "Of course, you go. We found a place to stay for now. Good luck 4th Seat." Yumichika said, giving her a thumbs up. And she was off.
'It most definitely is coming from my home. But…this reiatsu…It feels kinda familiar.' she gulped, this was an intensely powerful pressure. She made sure to hide as much of her reiatsu as possible. 'Most people shouldn't be able to see me.' she thought, sneaking into the main room of her house. What she saw made her jaw drop.
It was that manly Arrancar from earlier. And her gigai was unconscious in his arms. The blue-haired man turned towards her, keeping the gigai in his grasp. "So, there you are." he smirked. Noticing how close her 'body' was to his made her blush in embarrassment and anger. "W-what did you do to my gigai?!" she stuttered angrily. "Oh, this thing?" He asked then stuck out his tongue, showing the Soul Candy.
Hanayuki's reiatsu flared up. "WHAT THE HELL DID YOU DO?!" she hollered, her face tomato red. Grimmjow spat the little candy out of his mouth, smirking at the Soul Reaper. "You taste pretty sweet, woman. Like honey." he stated, licking his lips. "YOU SON OF A BITCH!!!" Hanayuki growled, her reiatsu flaring up more. 'This bastard fished the damn thing out with his tongue!!!' she screamed in her brain.
Hanayuki unsheathed her sword, doing it fast enough to send a slash through the air. Grimmjow's eyes slightly widened. He dropped the body and managed to dodge the slice, which tore apart part of the wall. The two ran outside, taking to the air. "Heh, not a bad move woman! Just what kinda technique was that ehh?" Grimmjow asked, still smirking. "An ability I came up with, combining Kido and mixing it with my reiatsu, I call it Air Cutter." she explained, holding her sword over her head.
"Not too shabby, I think you'll be more fun then those last two Shinigami." he said, cracking his neck. "What did you do to Ichigo and Rukia?" she asked sternly, all childishness drained. "The girl I impaled her through the stomach. And the guy, I pretty much beat him to a pulp." Grimmjow recounted nonchalantly. "Even his bankai didn't help. What about you woman? Show me your bankai!" he ordered.
Hanayuki paled. "I'm sorry, but I cannot do that." she said seriously. "And why the hell not?!" he growled, his eyes piercing through hers. "I am under very strict orders, not to use bankai…even shikai. Its too dangerous!" Hanayuki exclaimed, sending another Air Cutter flying at Grimmjow.
'Hmm, maybe I can try the other release state? Its not like it could be worse then the first.' Hanayuki wondered as Grimmjow easily dodged all her Cutters. "You wanna see something?! Then get a load of this!" she growled, holding Nekokami straight out in front of her. "Mature! Nekokami!" the duo-bladed sword broke off into two separate swords. The left handed blade was gold, with a white hilt. The one in her right hand was silver with a black hilt.
'So far so good. I don't sense Feral awakening.' she sighed in relief. "Hey! Don't space out on me woman!" Grimmjow shouted, hands still in his pockets. "I have a name jerk off!" she hollered back, Grimmjow's eyes wide open from the insult. But he soon started laughing. "Gotta love a woman with a silver tongue." he said.
'Don't see how that's so dangerous though. Is that her bankai?' he wondered, eyeing the blades. Hanayuki got down on one knee, the blades crossing, forming an X. "Hey! What the hell are ya doin woman? Attack me!" Grimmjow then noticed her blades were glowing. "Slash up the enemy! Kido 45! X Slasher!" Hanayuki chanted, cutting the air and sending an X-shaped slash right at Grimmjow.
The speed was incredible! And the hit connected with the Arrancar. Grimmjow flew back a good few feet, multiple lacerations on his arms and chest. He could feel the blood dripping down his flesh. Grimmjow was panting heavily. "Thank god for this armor-like skin! That could've really down some damage." he sighed out loud. Grimmjow was attempting to get up when he felt blades around his throat. Hanayuki was right behind him, blades in a scissor lock around Grimmjow's neck. He felt the woman place her lips by his ear.
"Remember my name Arrancar: Hanayuki, 4th Seat of the Zaraki Corps. Don't you dare forget." she whispered seriously. Grimmjow shuddered from the contact. Hanayuki Flash Stepped ahead, sealing her sword back into its sheath. "Where do you think you're going woman?!" Grimmjow growled. "Stuff it! I'm really not in a fighting mood! Now go back to wherever the hell you came from!"
Right as Grimmjow was going to act, a dark figure appeared and intercepted the attacker. Hanayuki looked in shock, it was Tousen and Gin Ichimaru! "Feh, you guys again?" Grimmjow groaned, spitting at the ground. "You're time's up Grimmjow. Back to Hueco Mundo." Tousen demanded, opening a portal to the Hollow World.
Gin looked around and spotted Hanayuki, his usual smile grew. "Hello Hanayuki." he greeted. "Sorry, I don't recognize traitors." she hissed, moving back towards her house. "Aww, so cold. Oh well. Time ta go back home." he sighed. Grimmjow sighed in defeat and entered the portal. "Hey woman!" he called out, getting Hanayuki's attention. "You're mine, got that?" he stated, pointing at her. All she saw was his psychotic grin as he disappeared into Hueco Mundo.
'I'm his? What, his opponent?' Hanayuki wondered, walking back inside. She picked up the Soul Candy and popped it into her gigai's mouth. "Ren-Ren, tell me what happened while I was gone." she said to the Mod Soul. "Well, I was eating some ice cream, just minding my own business. Then there was the super powerful reiatsu and then this strange man was suddenly in here! He looked like a thug or a gangster!" she cried out.
Ren-Ren is a pretty popular Mod Soul, she's mostly innocent. Her gigai's cheeks blushed darkly. "He had such wild eyes! And he wore such revealing clothes! How shameful!!!" she cried, blushing darker. "Just tell me what happened next!" Hanayuki growled. "Oh right, ok. Here's what happened."
*Flashback*
Ren-Ren was minding her business, eating some cookies-n-cream ice cream in the living room. "Mmm! So sweet." she sighed in delight. Out of nowhere, an intensely powerful reiatsu sparked up, making her fall to the ground. "W-w-who's there?" she cried softly.
She felt a strong presence behind her. And a deep voice spoke. "Hey woman." he spoke out, the voice was rough as well. Ren-Ren gulped, she wasn't really a battle Mod Soul, she could do most Kido though. A hand pulled her up by the back of her pink t-shirt with ease. She finally caught a glimpse of the intruder. "What do you want?" she asked, trying not to stutter and not seem nervous.
The man looked deep into her eyes. "There's something different with you." he said, tightening his grip. "Well, I'm Ren-Ren, a Mod Soul, I'm just making sure Hanayuki's gigai stays safe." she said, looking away from the man. "Where is she then?" he demanded, slamming her against the wall. "Oww! She went out to help Ichigo! I don't know when she'll be back." she cried, holding her head.
"Hmm, I'm gonna guess that she may be able to sense when you're in trouble." Grimmjow said, eyeing the girl's lips. "I-I don't know-" before Ren-Ren could answer, Grimmjow crashed his lips onto her's, his reiatsu firing up. The Mod Soul struggled in his strong grip, her face bright red but he only pulled her closer.
*Flashback end*
"Then he snuck his slimy tongue into my mouth! He managed to get me out! It was so disgusting!" she cried, hiding her face. "Ren-Ren, if something happens to where you feel threatened and you know you can do nothing, go to Shinji ok." Hanayuki said, trying to comfort her fake soul. "Ok. He may be a pervert and a womanizer, but he'll help." Ren-Ren said as Hanayuki got back into her gigai.
"Yuck! Grimmjow you bastard!" Hanayuki spat, there was a very strange taste in her mouth. 'If he did anything else to my body, I'll have his head on a silver platter!' she declared to herself.
Grimmjow was walking through the halls of Hueco Mundo, still in pain. Aizen said he wasn't going to punish him. But Tousen, the high and mighty bastard took it upon himself and cut off his left arm! Then incinerated it! "Bastard. Just you wait." he growled walking to his room. He had his remaining hand in his pocket. 'Now I'm not an Espada! But, I will get it back!' he couldn't believe who Aizen replaced him with, Luppi!
'He's not a fighter! He's no good unless he uses his release form!' he growled. "Heard what happened to ya, quite unfortunate, Grimmjow." he knew that voice anywhere. "Mind your own damn business Nnoitra." Grimmjow growled at the lanky and disgusting Espada. "And, did I hear correctly that a female Shinigami caught your attention? Was it really worth losing your position?" Nnoitra chuckled loudly. "Like I said, mid your own business." he growled, walking away from the man.
Grimmjow knew he was going to be bored for quite a while. He then remembered what Nnoitra asked. "Hmm…" he thought, licking his lips, and recalling the fight with both Ichigo and Hanayuki. "Hell yeah it was worth it." he smirked.
Kakuya's heart was breaking and she was almost in tears. Hitsugaya was injured from the fight with the Arrancar. Orihime was now healing the young captain. Kakuya began smiling softly as the wounds were closing up slowly. Soon, it was as if Toshiro wasn't harmed at all! "Thank you Orihime." Hitsugaya said, still sounding somewhat weak, mostly tired. "No problem Hitsugaya." she said, smiling sweetly.
Matsumoto suddenly had a grave look on her face. "What's wrong Matsumoto?!" Kakuya asked in worry. "Its Rukia, Ichigo said she needs attention right now! Let's go Orihime! Kakuya, please keep an eye on my captain!" "No trouble Rangiku, he's in safe hands!" she said, as everyone ran off.
Kakuya sat beside Hitsugaya, who was on his back. The young girl couldn't help but blush. The moonlight was shining on the boy she loved, making him seem angelic. 'Such beautiful eyes.' she sighed softly. "Is something wrong, Kimawari?" he asked, noticing her flushed face. "Oh, nothing's wrong. I'm fine. But, how are you? Did Orihime's power help you?" she asked. "I do feel a lot better. Thanks for your concern." he said, closing his eyes.
"We must become stronger Kimawari. If we hope to even stand a chance against these Arrancar. I just barely beat Shawlong with my limiter released." he said, his face showing a bit of anger. He opened his eyes, which were drowned with despair. "I can tell we'll do fine Hitsugaya." Kakuya said, trying to lift his spirits.
Hitsugaya looked at Kakuya in disbelief. "What makes you so sure?" he asked. "I dunno. Maybe its just women's intuition." she answered, looking up at the full moon. Hitsugaya was entranced by her golden glowing eyes. The soft wind made her long hair dance. To him, Kakuya was beautiful. He always thought she was special, even when he was in the Shinigami Academy, she was the only other student that was anywhere near his age.
'She more then likely does not share my feelings.' he said to himself. Kakuya shared the same thought as Toshiro.
Everyone had taken up their own training regimen. Hanayuki and Kakuya were sitting outside. Hanayuki was taking a break from her physical training. "Hey Kakuya. Is there anyway to train your body against another person's reiatsu?" she asked. "What? What do you mean Hana?" she asked, confused. "Well, I'm extremely sensitive to massive reiatsu. While fighting Grimmjow, it was hard for me to move. It was like that as well when I first met Captain Zaraki." Hanayuki explained.
"Oh! Hmm, not that I know of. Maybe Urahara can help you out." she said, sipping some coffee. "Eck, aren't you told young for coffee?!" Hanayuki asked, holding her nose from the heavy scent. "I've been drinking this stuff for years. I usually drink it straight black." she said, taking another swig. "God, that's nasty!" Hanayuki gagged, taking a sip of her sweet tea. "Oh well. I'm off, maybe see you later Kakuya!" she said, jogging off.
Hanayuki quickly arrived at the Urahara shop. Jinta and Ururu were outside sweeping. "Hey guys, is Kisuke home?" she asked. "No, he's out buying supplies for the store. He took Chad with him too." Jinta said, holding the broom over his shoulder. "Oh, thanks anyway. Could you tell him I stopped by please?" Hanayuki asked. "Sure, have a nice day Hanayuki." Ururu said, returning to her chore.
"Hmm, who else could help me?" Hanayuki thought out loud. She was walking down the sidewalk. It suddenly came to her. "Hope he knows something that can help me!" she said, taking off in her desired direction.
She arrived at an abandoned warehouse, a duffle bag in hand. She could see the barrier set up to keep any unwanted people out. Hanayuki entered with ease. 'They probably already know I'm here.' she concluded, her energy wasn't able to be ignored. She also sensed an undeniably strong reiatsu. "It feels like Ichigo." She said to herself, coming to a large set of stairs. She stepped down each step, the large room below becoming clearer with each step she took.
"Oh, its just this bimbo." she hears a gruff female voice state in disappointment. "Hello to you too Hiyori." Hanayuki said, smiling. "Hey guys, where's Shinji? I need to talk with him." she asked. "He's up on the roof, getting some fresh air." Lisa said, not looking up from her book.
Hanayuki noticed a large barrier and saw Kensei fighting Ichigo. What shocked Hanayuki the most was the mask covering his face! "Guess you noticed it Hana. Yup, that dick head's a Vizard, just like us. But, unlike us, he's scared of his Hollow and can barely control it!" Hiyori growled, glaring at the boy.
Hanayuki walked outside and leapt onto the roof. And sure enough, there he was, Shinji Hirako, ex-captain. She walked up to him and saw he was asleep. Deciding not to miss such a perfect opportunity, she knelt beside the sleeping man and leaned into his ear. "Wake up, Shinji-kun." she whispered softly. She was giggling like a little girl inside her mind. She soon felt a pair of arms wrap them selves around her and pull her close!
"What the hell?!" she shrieked and noticed the playful smirk that appeared on Shinji's face. "Shinji you rat!" she cursed. "Whatever could you mean? I'm just sleeping up here." he answered, putting on his usual deadpan face. Hanayuki sighed and jabbed Shinji's side. "Ouch! That's harsh Hana!" he cried, letting her go. Hanayuki got up and dusted herself off. "Ya look good by the way." Shinji added in while grinning at her. "Thanks. But, I have something to ask of you Shinji." she said, becoming serious.
"And what would that be?" he asked, standing up and walking up to the woman. "You no doubt have heard of the Arrancars that attacked not too long ago from Ichigo. Well, one had an insane reiatsu. And I was curious. Is there anyway to train yourself so you won't be affected by strong reiatsu?" she asked, looking Shinji dead in the eyes.
"I think I know of something that could help. But…it won't come cheap." he said, smirking. "Hey! I help you guys out! And look! I brought some snacks, games and a few books for Lisa! What else do you want?" she asked, pouting cutely. Shinji smiled at the look she was giving him. "How about a kiss?" he suggested. "Fine. Now tell me, please Shinji!"
'Hope she keeps her end of the deal.' he sighed. "There are these weights you can get. You fill them with reiatsu and strap them to your arms and legs. They slowly build up your resistance to intense reiatsu." he explained. "Sweet! Know where I can fin em?" she asked, smiling like a child. "I believe Kisuke has them. You can check with him." he then noticed her happiness kinda go down.
"What's wrong Hanayuki?" he asked. "Kisuke's outta town. Getting supplies for his shop." she sighed, sitting back down. "Thanks for letting me know Shinji." she said, smiling at the man. He smiled back. "No problem. You can do some training here if ya want." He offered, sitting beside Hanayuki. "I might. Not like I have much else to do." she sighed, watching the sunset.
"Shinji." she called out, getting his attention. "Hmm? What is it?" he asked. Hanayuki sighed softly then cleared her throat. "I'm a woman of my word." is all she said, her hands resting on Shinji's cheeks. Shinji then felt Hanayuki's sweet, soft lips against his. Right as he was going to kiss back, she separated. She ran to the ledge of the roof.
"See you later Shinji! I'm goin inside now!" she said, leaping down. "W-wow…I can't believe she did it." he said but smiled. "I need to do favors for her more often." he laughed to himself.