"We gotta get that orb to Yoruichi!" Kukaku shouted as she pumbled through hollows. The battle had been over for several minutes, but now they had a new problem on their hands... "Alright this is pissin me off! How the fuck do we get outta here!?" The black haired, big busted woman yelled as she sent an enormous ball of fire at the remianing hollows in their way. Byakuya, as always, was deep in thought, while Ichigo scanned the area hastely for the portal they had come through. They hadn't the time to open up another!

"Damnit!" Ichigo growled as another group of hollows appeared. His back met Kukaku's as they both prepared to fight. Wait.. Where in the hell was Byakuya!? He had some nerve to leave them to do the dirty work. And Kukaku swore beneath her breath that he would pay later.

"Alright. These guys want some, lets give em some." The fireworks expert grinned as she readied her special move. "Ya thinkin what I'm thinkin?" That was the beauty of their friendship. Not only could Ichigo read Kukaku's mind, but they knew each others moves. Well, Ichigo knew hers. There was no possible way she could ever do the things he did, at least, not to the same degree. Sure, she was a vizard now, but her cero was no where near the size or form of Ichigo's. Hers was more of a scatter-blast cero. Which she planned on teaching the young reaper soon. For now though, they needed to hurry back to the awaiting; Yoruichi. She was on deaths bed!

"Yeah." Ichigo nodded as the two said a small chant, and then one phrase together. "Atomic War Head." Brilliant red and yellow light lit up the realm as the hollows around them each vanished into oblivion. Ichigo and Kukaku turned to each other. Ok.. They were both familiar with the move, and it was never supposed to desimate anything like that. As far as they knew, the attack sent a clay spire of fire and earth at the enemy. It didn't completely whipe them off the face of the earth! Just as well..

"Yo, kid, did that seem a little weird to you?" Kukaku questioned as she stared up at him, a brow raised. Before Ichigo could answer, a bright light caught their attention off to the side.

"We don't have much time." Byakuya announced as he disappeared into the portal. Kukaku and Ichigo stood with their mouths agape, eyes narrowed. The dumbfounded expression on their faces did not do them justice as they both shunpoed through the light.

Yoruichi was in pain; her body shaking violently as her muscles spasmed. The entire medical team from the 4th division were trying desperately to calm the goddess down, but to no avail as she only screamed and coughed blood. Her face was contorted, heart monitor going wild as her heart rate continued to spike and climb. Was there any hope at all for her at this point? The medical staff didn't know. The only hope that had any light to it was Ichigo bringing back that orb. But even if he returned in time, how would they save her? How would the orb be of any use? Were they to inject it into her? Have her swallow it? God, it was times like these that they wished everything came with full out written instructions!

Ichigo and the others raced down the hall of the hospital, coming to a skidding hault in front of Yoruichi's door. Bursting through, the staff cleared away for Ichigo to get by. The yound reaper sat on the bed beside his lady love, watching as her body twisted in pain. Setting his hand on her chest, Ichigo lifted her other hand, setting it over his heart.

"Shh, Yoruichi.. I'm back." He said softly. Removing the orb from his robe, he gently squeezed the liquid that was inside in his mouth. Leaning down, he placed his lips on hers. Her lips parted slowly and he slid his tongue on through. She was barely returning the kiss, though she was still returning it. That was a good sign. As the liquid ran down her throat, slowly she could feel her body returning to its normal state as she deepened the kiss by wrapping her arms around his neck. Ichigo pulled back as he licked his lips, staring down at her. Yoruichi swallowed the rest of the bitter tasting fluid, before her eyes opened slowly. The heart monitor began falling to normal spikes, as her fever broke and her skin color returned. Not only did that small orb work, but it worked fast. Much to Ichigo's liking. His goddess sat up gritting her teeth slightly as a black mist silently seered from her nose and into the air. Ichigo watched as the mysterious mist was caught in a breeze from the near by open window, and then it was gone. What the hell was the mist now? Was it the disease? Shrugging it off, Ichigo turned back to his lady love, smiling as their eyes met.

"Ichigo.." His lips came crashing into hers, resulting in a low moan from her as she eagerly replied back with her tongue. She'd only been sick for a short while, but that short while seemed like an eternity. Even a mere second away from Ichigo felt like centuries. It was funny; love was. At first, she hadn't had that much of an interest in him. But then, she saw his courage, his passion. In the beginning, all she wanted to do was screw him and get their mission over with. Rescue Kuchiki and then be going their own separate ways. And then she'd spent three days alone with him in her human form. Damn her human half for exposing her true colors and secrets. She was a woman, and her heart was just like every other ladies heart. Before she had knew it, she had fallen for the amateur reaper. He was plaguing her every day thoughts, constantly haunting her in her dreams. She'd found herself not wanting to be away from him. She had found herself drawn to him in so many ways.

Moaning once more, Yoruichi pulled Ichigo down onto her as she laid back, wrapping a long leg around his waist as she did so. Byakuya and Kukaku had left the room the minute they'd kissed. The medical staff, however, waited around until Yoruichi's shirt came off. That was their signal to get out. Ichigo pulled back from the kiss, staring down at her as he tossed her shirt aside.

"Right here, Yoruichi?" He asked, smirking as he eye'd her bare chest. The dark skinned woman nodded her head as she slid her leg up his, the desire in her eyes burning brighter.

"Right now, Ichigo." She whispered huskly. Ichigo hesitated a moment as he stared down at her. It wasn't but minutes bfore he could have lost her. The thought brough him to tears as he leaned his head down in between her breasts. "Ichigo?" The desire held in her voice faded as she stroked his hair, concerned now.

"I thought I lost you." He admitted as he nuzzled one of her mounds. Her breath hitched slightly as she smiled,looking up at the ceiling.

"But you didn't. I'm still here." She said reassuringly. "I knew you would save me. You did give me your word, and you've never broken any of your promises." Ichigo lifted up, smiling down at her as he brushed a strand of hair behind her ear.

"Still.. Yoruichi.. I.."

"Shh.." Putting a finger to his lips, Yoruichi closed her eyes momentarily as she stared into his brown orbs. The fire she had first recognized was still there; burning even brighter now. "What does anything matter now? You saved me. I'm alive and well, well." The goddess chuckled slightly. "I need to know I'm alive.. So show me, Ichigo. Show me I'm alive." Her words were tempting, he had to admit that. And the hardness between her legs told her he too wanted to show her that she was alive. Yet, he was still hesitating.

"I love you." He said honestly as he leaned down to kiss her. Yoruichi whispered the words back to him before his lips made contact with hers. And that was it. His robe fell down his shoulders as Yoruichi slid her hands down his biceps. Ichigo's lips hand found their way down her neck, paying much needed attention to her chest as soft moans erupted from her.

"Mm, I've missed your magic lips." She spoke in a hushed tone, arching her back as his hand drifted down into her pants. Yoruichi moaned a bit louder as he began rubbing her now moistened center. "Ichigo.." She gasped as she spread her legs, eyes widening slightly as he began pulling down her pants.

"Knock, knock." The sudden voice startled the two lovers as Ichigo quickly pulled her pants back up. Yoruichi sighed as Kisuke leaned on the door way, a hearted eye'd Isshin sitting like a begging puppy on the floor.

"Oh please don't mind us!" The hearted eye'd ex-shinigami announced as he winked towards his son. "I must say, I am very proud of you, Ichigo. Not only have you found yourself a woman, but you've finally lost your little bit of innocence. Its moments like these we fathers are hap-" Isshin didn't know whose shoe it was, but someones shoe was now lodged in his throat.

"Are you fucking retarded!?" Ichigo shouted as he shielded Yoruichi from the two older men. "Can't you give us some private time for once!"

"We would prefer to watch.." Kisuke grinned behind his paper fan as dirty thoughts racked his mind.

"Kisuke." Yoruichi hissed as she gave him a death glare over Ichigo's shoulder. The blonde haired man held up his hands in defense as he gripped his hat, tipping it to cover his eyes a bit more. "What did you two come here for? I don't doubt the fact that you came to enjoy the show, but I get the feeling theres another reason."

"Right." Isshin began as he stood, clearing his throat. "The Captain-Commander is throwing a party in honor of your life, and in honor of Ichigo here defeating Achikawa."

A party? They couldn't be serious! They interrupted them for a party.. Yoruichi sighed, her head falling against Ichigo's shoulder. Damn those two idiots.

"We could have had one hell of a party right here.." The goddess moaned. It was so unfair! If only she had Kukaku's fire power. Both perverts would have a burnt mark on their rear right about now. At least then they would stay away from them. And if they were left alone all the time.. A smirk appeared on Yoruichi's lips as she imagined the pleasure. Everyday the two could enjoy their love. Yoruichi loved Ichigo; she loved loving him and being loved by him. God, that was one of the best parts. When Ichigo loved, he loved. She had no idea where the once virgin teen had learned so much about sex, but she did know that he knew all the right spots when it came to her. One touch was all it took and she was completely under his control. Well, maybe not completey, but he damn sure had the upper hand! Sighing, the goddess brushed such thoughts aside. Thye would clearly do her no good now.

"Theres plenty of time later." Ichigo smiled as she looked up at him. Nodding her head, Yoruichi tied her top back around her neck as she got up, Ichigo following while he adjusted his robes. "So, where's the party?"

"It doesn't start till much later, but you both need to get ready." Kisuke pointed out as he motioned to their no so formal clothing. "We've got a few suits for you to try on, and Rangiku is awaiting Yoruichi outside. I suppose they have dresses for her." Ichigo grinned slightly, staring down at Yoruichi as they stepped outside of the room. Her in a dress? To him, that was a turn on. He knew exactly what kind of dress she would pick, and it would only result in an instant hard on for him. It was going to be one hard night, that was for sure.

"Yoruichi!" Rangiku smiled as she waved to Yoruichi from her spot of a small bench. The dark skinned woman smiled before being pulled back by powerful arms. Ichigo's lips met hers and for a few mintues, the two were lost in their own little world.

"I'll see you at the party." Ichigo winked before shunpoing off with his father and Urahara. Yoruichi could only smile as she turned her dazed eyes to Rangiku.

"Theres lots to do!" The excited orange haired lieutenant said as she led Yoruichi down a dusty path. Another long night awaited her, though this time, it was going to be enjoyable to the E.

A/N: Sorry for the late update, and sorry the chapter isn't what I promised. The next chapter, which would be the end to this chapter, is the party chapter. It'll have a lemon, but I basically wanted it to be a funny, comic relief from the seriousness. The romanticness I promised will be in that chapter. I'm really sorry. A friend of mine, whom I've known for ten years, died last saturday. Its been a bit rough and tough. But I wanted to update amidst all the chaos and what not. And it wasn't only him that was killed, a few others I knew also died over the weekend and its just been a really really rough week so please, bare with me. RIP Greg & Will. R&R Please. Maurice, I will get you that romantic chapter. I promise you that. Either in the next chapter, or in the one after that. Whenever I can get my thoughts and everything under control and whatnot. Please be patient! And don't hurt me! (Curls up in the corner) x3