Author's Note: I do not own Bleach or its characters. This is AU.


Make Him Rich As a King

Three hours later, Rukia found herself back in the room waiting to hear what her fate would be. Except this time she wasn't nearly as nervous.

"Given the circumstances, Ms. Kuchiki, we have decided that you will remain a student in good standing at this university."

Rukia let out a little squeak of delight. She almost immediately found herself engulfed a hug from Ichigo before being passed on to the rest of her friends. President Yamamoto might still be talking, but she didn't care. Not now. Everything had worked out after all. The room seemed a whirl with celebration. Rukia found herself being passed around receiving hugs and congratulations, half the time from people she didn't even know. Even Byakuya unbent enough to tell her that he was proud of her and he was pleased that she would be continuing her studies.

Somehow, Rukia found herself back at Ichigo's side. Her friend gave her a broad grin.

"I told you everything would work out."

Rukia laughed. "So what do we do now?"

Ichigo ran a hand through his hair. "Dinner and a movie?"

"You mean like date?"

He huffed. "Yes, like a date. You're going to make me actually ask, aren't you?"

She just smiled at him. Ichigo sighed.

"Fine. Rukia, would you go out with me?"

Rukia laughed again and kissed his cheek. "Now was that so hard? We're going to see an action flick. I'm in the mood to see things blow up."

It was Ichigo's turn to laugh. He leaned down and kissed her properly. Rukia just wound her arms around his neck and kissed him back. Life was good.