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UO: Alright Here's the Epilogue to tie up everything. Thank you so much for the support over the years.

Epilogue: Racing into the Future

February 20th, 2082, Start of the 62nd World Grand Prix, Melbourne Australia

It has been twelve years since the end of what many considered one of the greatest racing seasons ever. Ichigo, the champion of that season had won four more times including two of the last 3 Andrew, after coming close in 2050, broke through in 2051 and won three other titles as well and the two drivers were considered the greatest drivers of this generation. Of the 3 remaining titles, in that span, one went to Renji after a close fight with Chad in 2077, one went to Uryuu who used the title win in 2075 to propose to his girlfriend and the last went to Serenity who announced her retirement in 2080 to focus on raising hers and Robert's kids.

For other teams in that year, many of the young drivers that race year are still racing but at potentially other tiers, the exceptions being Brian Mcnish who became a part of the British commentary team and Archie Stewart who's numerous injuries forced him to retire. As for Souske limited, the team was forcibly expelled, Grimmjow was arrested for among other charges rape and accessory to murder. Ulquiorra's injuries in the Brazilian Grand Prix ended his career as he would never walk again, his career would have been ended regardless as he was implicated in Souske Limted's crimes. Gin's testimony kept Tier and her crew out of jail.

The fallout from Souske Limited's crimes was enormous and still being felt over a decade later. The company was liquidated and Aizen was convicted of various crimes. The only thing keeping Aizen from being executed was that Japan did not have the death penalty but it did not stop other countries from wanting to do so.

Now as a new season dawns, the Kurosaki team prepares for another season.

In Andrew and Tatsuki's room, Tatsuki moaned as she felt two pairs of kisses, one on her collarbone, one on her stomach. At 35 years of age, she was a knockout with long hair and her model like looks. She was wearing a pair of panties and a shirt that pushed up to her breasts to reveal a rounded stomach indicating another pregnancy. She cracked open her eyes and smiled. Soi Fong was kissing her collarbone. At 37 years of age, she still turned heads especially after having two kids with long blue hair and a face that screamed hot. Motherhood had mellowed her out and it showed on her face. When it came to light she and Andrew were seeing each other and then when it was revealed Ichigo was doing the same thing, the scandal threatened to destroy their careers and the team. However, Andrew and Ichigo took blame for falling for the two people they considered the future mothers of their kids and as a result even though their reputation suffered a bit, it came back stronger and it helped propel them to a championship victory.

"Give you two an eternity to not stop." Tatsuki moaned.

Andrew chuckled as he sat up. "Not my fault, you are attractive even at 3 months pregnant." At 34, Andrew had only gotten more handsome with his all of his baby fat having burned off. In addition, fatherhood had served to make him wiser.

Tatsuki was about to retort when they heard a tiny knocking on the door. The three adjusted themselves but kept the sheets where they were and told the visitors to enter. In came four pairs of tiny feet, the four children of the threesome on the bed.

"Daddy, Auntie Shaolin! Its race day!" Yelled the oldest of the bunch, four year old Stephen Yamato Michaels. He was Tatsuki's eldest and was born the same day as Ichigo and Orihime's eldest daughter, Masaki. The two had practically be inseparable almost since the day they were born. He was a bundle of energy, something he got from both parents and was learning martial arts from his parents. He had his mother's eyes as well.

Andrew chuckled as three of the children climbed on the bed. Along Stephen, there was Shirone Rose Michaels Soi Fong's eldest daughter, who had her hair and cat like eyes. She had taken to wearing a cat eared headband, earning the nickname Chibi-Neko.

Crawling over her mother's body to listen to her new sibling was Kurohime Vega Michaels. The black haired princess was shy like her Auntie Orihime but she was extremely close to her mother. The two full siblings snuggled up to her mother getting some coo's out of those on the bed.

Shaolin watched the scene with a smile then heard some whimpering.

"Mama Up Plz."

Shaolin turned and saw her other child. The younger full sibling of Shirone, Taiyang Xiao Ling Michaels, was a shy young boy who was extremely close to his family and all of his siblings a symptom of his autistic behavior. Shaolin giggled and lifted him getting him to squeal and then kissed him on the cheek.

The family of seven snuggled together for a little while before they started their routine for the day.

In Ichigo's room, Orihime was nursing her youngest of three, Sora Inoue Kurosaki was born not even three months ago and she was in bliss as she coddled the young child. Her two eldest, Masaki Yuzu and Akeno Tatsuki Kurosaki were helping her. All three had their mother and father's hair, with Akeno getting her mother's eyes and the other two getting their father's eyes. Meanwhile, Nel was finishing up changing her youngest child, Tsubaki Tu Kurosaki. Her eldest, Kiba Isshin Kurosaki was waiting patiently for his father.

Ichigo stepped out dressed in his suit. "Ready everyone?"

The kids cheered and even little Sora gave a happy giggle as they headed out, Orihime staying behind to watch her youngest, but kissed him good luck nonetheless.

In the pits, Andrew was finishing talking with reporters and was walking towards the introduction stage. He looked over and saw his friends from Ackerman Enterprises. All four had gotten promoted two years ago and Mikasa finished 5th last year and was one of the drivers to watch this year. He was so caught up in watching that team he didn't see the person in front of them until he ran into them.

"Oh man, sorry about that." Andrew said to the fallen man. It was a black haired American wearing a blue and grey jumpsuit, with the name Richard Petty Motorsports.

"Sorry, just a little nerVOUS! Holy Cow! I ran into Andrew Michaels! OH man! I am So Sorry!"

Andrew chuckled. "That's alright. Kind of reminds me of how I met my wife. She ran into me literally first day on our job. What's your name kid?"

"Uh…Jason. Jason Elliot. Driving the 43 for Richard Petty Motorsports." Jason said.

"Great Grandson of Million-Dollar Bill Elliot. Huh small world." Andrew said. "You know you remind me of me. All nervous feel like the world is watching your every move. Just relax. It's a long season. Well not as long as our first season."

Shaolin walked over with her children. Before she could say anything, Taiyang walked over to Jason.

"Are you okay Mister? It Okay. My dad is a nice man."

Andrew was shocked and then smiled. "Jason this is my current youngest Taiyang, and his mother Soi Fong, who drives the 002 for Kuchiki. Taiyang this is Jason. He's going to be racing your mother and I."

"Good luck Mr. Jason." Taiyang called out as Tatsuki took his hand.

Andrew looked at Jason. "First time that's happened with Taiyang. Don't worry. Do your best."

Jason nodded and headed towards introductions.

An hour later, they were all on track taking their practice laps. Andrew opened the radio. "To think 12 years ago today, we were the rookies taking on the world.

"Now we are veterans ready to school the hot shots." Ichigo called.

"Its been an adventure that's for sure." Uryuu called out.

"Right. Now let's keep this up." Chad said as the pace car pulled off.

Andrew smiled and had one last thought as the green flag wove. 'With as much adventure we have had…I would not change a single thing.' He thought as the 62nd World Grand Prix began. Where their future led to, was in their hands.

True end of story

UO: Alright that's it. Bleach Grand Prix is done. Thanks for reading and happy reading.

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