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Chapter 7
Days went by and so had weeks and Rukia had got into a set routine with the girls. Monday through Friday Rukia got the girls ready and had breakfast. Oko would escort them to the car. Sometimes Ichigo would make small talk, sometimes he was gone the moment the girls were taken to the car. Ran'Tao had opened up to her a lot ever since that muffin she would ask Rukia if she would be baking more goodies. The security guys also would ask Rukia if she was going to bake soon and how she was a good baker. It really boosted her confidence but it made her sad occasionally since she couldn't find a job for something she was supposedly good at. On the weekends Rukia would spend time with the girls she hadn't been able to see her siblings for a while and apparently Byakuya's place was off limits so they couldn't have their sleep over. She would text them and call them and stay in contact with them. Recently Rukia had to stay in Seireitei since she had been getting calls from the school to get Mia early and to come up to the school due to fights between Mia and other students. Rukia found out Hana was being bullied and Mia was simply protecting her. Once Rukia found out she went to the school and had a stern talking to. Long story short Mia was no longer in trouble. Ichigo's siblings came and went here and there but she noticed anytime they were at the house there was this aura. Rukia noticed Yumi wasn't around much which honestly Rukia didn't know how to feel. Out of courtesy she still left little treats at her door. It was a cool job but she still kept her guard up. She couldn't get over that she still has no idea who she is truly dealing with.
It was Sunday morning when the girls came running in Rukia's room to wake her up. She groaned but brushed her teeth and walked with the girls to go get breakfast. As usual Oko set the food up and Rukia sat down. Ran'Tao sat next to Ichigo and Oko sat next to Ran'Tao. Everyone started eating and Rukia couldn't help but savor each bite. Ichigo cleared his throat and looked at the patrons at the table.
"Ran'Tao I want you and Oko to go out and check on the businesses."
Ran'Tao eyes widened, "But-"
"Of course Ichigo. Come Ran we must get going."
Rukia watched as Oko pulled Ran'Tao and walked to get dressed. Ichigo then looked at his daughters and sighed. Rukia knew he wanted her to keep the girls occupied. She has never seen a woman come into the house aside from family so he probably wanted some alone time. He went to speak but Oko came back and quickly cleared the table, bowed and said his goodbyes. Grabbing a complaining Ran'Tao. Ichigo couldn't help but chuckle but then turned back to the girls and Rukia.
"It's Sunday and you girls have school tomorrow. There is a fair and I am not busy today."
The girls eyes got big and they quickly ran to hug their dad and then ran to get dressed. Rukia assumed Ichigo was just going to spend time with the girls so she would probably have the day to herself. She was wrong.
"Of course Rukia you will be accompanying me as well."
Rukia nodded and went to get dressed as well. She helped Hana with her creams and checked the weather. It was hitting early October and the fall air has yet to be felt. It was going to be in the high seventies. So Rukia decided to put on some faded blue jean shorts and a black shirt with a butterfly symbol on it. She wore some black and white Converse and decided to put her hair in a high ponytail. She grabbed a mini bag and stuffed her essentials as well as Hana's creams. Once she was ready she went to check on the girls and she thought they looked adorable. Hana was wearing a black pair of jeans and a gray shirt with her name on it in black and purple lettering. Mia was wearing a pair of blue jeans and a black shirt that said her name with white and purple lettering. Hana had her creams on and Mia explained how she put them on. Rukia applauded Mia and congratulated her. Rukia put Hana hair up in a ponytail. She then made sure the girls were wearing appropriate shoes. They all walked down the stairs where Ichigo was waiting for them. He wasn't wearing a business suit or his usual dress up pants with a collared shirt. He was wearing people's clothes. A pair of blue baggy jeans and a black graphic shirt with a picture of a beach in black and white. His hair was spiky and all over the place and Rukia couldn't help but think he was a good looking guy. Ichigo smiled and the girls ran and jumped in their dads arms. Ichigo lifted them both and Rukia opened the door quickly and walked out with them. The moment Ichigo stepped out the guards stood attentive. Ichigo walked to the garage and walked to a current year Ford black mustang sports car. Ichigo got the girls seated and then opened the front door for Rukia. She hurried and got in the car thanking him.
Rukia was a bit nervous; she had been working with Ichigo for what she could guess almost a month and she had never interacted this much with Ichigo. The windows were tinted to where it was just pitch black and it kind of frightened Rukia. Rukia waved at the guys and Ichigo sped off. Ichigo put on some soft music for the girls and drove in silence. To say it was awkward was an understatement. She occupied herself with her app games and wasn't even paying attention when Ichigo parked. Rukia saw they were at the grocery store. She looked confusedly at Ichigo who got out of the car and opened her door and the kids door as well.
"Umm why are we here?"
Ichigo chuckled, "Umm because I need groceries."
Rukia gave Ichigo a face, "Don't you have people to do this?"
"Rukia I am not that egotistical or high maintenance."
Ichigo grabbed Mia's hand but Hana grabbed Rukia's hand. Ichigo grabbed a cart and sat Hana in the front and had Mia in the cart itself. They walked around and Ichigo grabbed things his daughters wanted her grabbed things he wanted but Rukia simply just followed. Ichigo walked down the aisle filled with bakery supplies and grabbed a kitchen aid cup sifter with flour cup measurements. He sat it in the already piled up cart and then continued walking and got a fifteen bakeware set.
"So umm what are some things that you bake?"
Rukia blushed, "Oh umm the usual cake, muffin, pastries, cookies. I can make complicated stuff like macarons, madeleines, Yule logs, and donuts. Stuff like that."
Ichigo continued to walk down the aisle and went down the bakery aisle. It confused Rukia and he gave her a warm smile.
"My mother was the best baker out there; she could make the best brownies ever. My sister is in school to be a chef so I won't stop you from being creative. I have the money to go ahead and get ingredients."
Rukia felt like she was a child waking up on Christmas morning. She grabbed Mia and Hana out of the cart and told them to name what they liked for dessert. The girls were shouting different things and Rukia got ingredients for puff pastries, chocolate cake, muffins, and secretly brownies. She piled it all up in the already full cart and Ichigo walked to the cash register. Rukia didn't notice it but she saw that every customer and staff member were looking at them as if they were celebrities or something. No one came close though keeping a fair distance. It was like the red sea being parted when Ichigo walked to the cash register everyone got out of their way. Rukia saw a tall skinny blonde woman. The moment she saw Ichigo she put on the fakest smile and looked at the girls.
"Mr. Kurosaki it's always a pleasure. Your girls are so adorable as usual. Don't you worry about this sir, we will send it to you by tonight all packed and ready."
Ichigo didn't say anything and left the cart and grabbed the girl's hands. Rukia followed quickly behind. Ichigo put the girls in the car and then opened Rukia's door. She slid in and Ichigo turned on the calming music for the girls. Ichigo sped off again and once again it was quiet. Rukia decided to start a conversation.
"Thank you for the baking stuff."
Ichigo snorted, "Hey baking is an interesting skill. I used to try and bake but I burnt everything I touched. Shiro almost burnt the house down when we were ten. Karin doesn't have the delicate touch like my sister Yuzu does. Her cooking is amazing, dare I say better than Oko's."
"Wow she must have a gift. Those are rare."
"Yeah they are. Tell me about your siblings. Are they gifted?"
Rukia laughed, "Eh sorta. Shizuku, my youngest brother, is in school for programming. She gets all A's and he's making his own video games. My sister Homura she's studying art. She wants to paint and create the next Mona Lisa. She's pretty creative but she hates school so her grades aren't the best. Umm Hisana well as you know she's Byakuya's assistant but I see her going back to school soon and doing fashion. Our aunt was a seamstress and a damn good one so she'll probably create some pretty cool clothes."
"Hmm interesting, why don't you invite your family over?" Ichigo asked.
Rukia gave Ichigo a look, "I didn't know I could have family over."
Ichigo nodded, "Of course you can, I don't mind."
Rukia bowed, "Well thank you."
Ichigo parked again and Rukia's eyes widened as they were at a park. The girls cheered and screamed as Ichigo went to let Mia out. Rukia got out herself and got Hana out of the car. She looked her over to make sure her creams were still good and then smiled. Mia grabbed Hana's hand and ran to the slide. Rukia smiled a bit and walked to a nearby bench. Ichigo sat next to her and watched the girls have fun.
"So you're twenty-nine and have never been married and you're a Nanny?" Ichigo asked.
Rukia was quiet; she didn't know what to say to that. She wondered if he was trying to make her seem pathetic or worthless. Ichigo cleared his throat and then added.
"I'm just surprised you are an attractive woman and I'm sure you have or had a career plan."
Rukia sighed, "Well I had a boyfriend but umm we broke up. As for my career, I can't get a job even if I wanted to. Can't answer why but I mean I'm happy for now I can't complain."
"Break ups suck don't they. Never been married, I just had girlfriends. The girl's mom was a bit of a bitch but hey she knows not to cross me."
Rukia knew she shouldn't have said anything but she had to ask.
"Umm is Yumi's mom-"
"No, Yumi has a different mom, sure you could tell from her features but her mom died a while back. Speaking of, has Yumi done anything or said anything to you?"
Rukia could see Ichigo looking at her intently as if he could see into her soul. It was as if he would know if she was lying if she said the wrong thing. He looked at her as if he was testing her as if he already knew. Rukia gulped and shook her head. She knew better than to tell him what Yumi did weeks prior with the knife. She had a disgusting feeling that if he knew what Yumi did she would have been hurt.
"Nope Yumi has been a teenager and you know how teens can be." Rukia stated.
Ichigo frowned, "Hmm well if Yumi makes you uncomfortable just let me know."
Rukia nodded and decided not to speak more on Yumi; she felt it was only going to tip Ichigo off that she heard their conversation about hurting her. The girls played and screamed with the other kids and it warmed Rukia's heart.
"So in a few weeks there is this…lets call it a ball the girls will be in attendance. You will need to be there as well to watch them and take care of them. It's a business party of sorts. I'll be the one throwing the…ball." Ichigo explained.
Rukia could only say yes. She was not a social butterfly when it came to parties or crowds that were more up Hisana's speed. After ten minutes Ichigo called the girls and it was time to go. Mia asked if they could walk on the trail and Ichigo agreed. Hana and Mia squealed and walked down the trail playing with the different bugs. Ichigo chuckled as Rukia shivered at the sight of the bugs.
After a good twenty minute walk Ichigo grabbed the girls and walked to the car with Rukia in tow. Rukia opened the door for herself and hopped in feeling a bit hungry. It was hitting three and Ichigo sped away. They arrived at their destination twenty minutes later. It was a fair. The girls screamed and got out of the car quickly, not even waiting for Ichigo to open the door for them. Rukia giggled as the girls grabbed her hand and led her to the fair entrance. Ichigo followed close behind. The girls zoomed straight through the food section and headed straight for the rides. Ichigo sighed and gave Rukia a look.
"I commend you for taking care of the girls I can't keep up."
Rukia stifled her laughter and followed the girls. Ichigo grumbled and followed close behind. The girls got on many rides. They were so happy they put down their hunger so they could keep playing. At a point in time though Rukia stated she was hungry. Ichigo agreed and went to some food stands to buy them food while Rukia watched the girls. Sooner than later Ichigo came back with four sandwiches. He handed two to the girls and one to Rukia. She happily took it and crammed it in her mouth. She hadn't eaten since breakfast and it was hitting five she was going to enjoy that sandwich. The girls patted their bellies and then asked for dessert. Ichigo huffed but walked alongside Rukia to find something to satisfy the girl's sweet tooth. They settled on chocolate pie. Ichigo got the same but Rukia decided on an apple pie with ice cream on top. The night was a fun experience. Rukia even got another chocolate pie for later. Once it was time to head back home the girls reluctantly sat in the car and sipped on their drinks. In the house the girls tiredly walked to their room and said they would take a shower tomorrow before school. Rukia could tell they were exhausted but she took the girls up and washed them much to their dismay. She got them fresh clothes and tucked them in wishing them a goodnight. Ichigo was there waiting for her at the girl's door. He startled her a bit but she sidestepped to let him go in but he stopped her. Rukia looked Ichigo in the face and asked if she could do anything for him.
"Today was fun. I appreciate you for taking care of my girls and watching them. With that said I'll ask you again. Did anything happen between you and Yumi?"
Rukia's breath almost caught in her throat. She felt like he already knew but she was calling his bluff. Rukia smiled and shook her head. Ichigo gave a small frown but nodded.
"I'll escort you to your room then."
Rukia shook her head, "No please no I can walk to an elevator. Thank you again for today with the baking equipment. I really appreciate it."
Ichigo sighed, "It was my pleasure Rukia goodnight."
Rukia watched as Ichigo left and she made sure he was on the elevator and gone. Rukia got out of the chocolate pie and an aspirin. She just sat it down on the floor by Yumi's doorway. She then walked to the elevator and took a long bath and then fell asleep in her soft bed. While everyone in the house was sleeping, a pale figure walked to the second floor and saw the pie and aspirin that Rukia left at Yumi's door. They scoffed and ran to Ichigo to update them.
A/N Alright I am trying to kind of do this whole Ichiruki thing the right way lol. A more organic way if that makes sense. Umm I hope you guys enjoy this version of the Nanny doing really well. I love the support I get with favorites and follows. The reviews that I have kind of make me laugh a bit. I think I want to do twenty chapters for this and twenty chapters for parent life. You guys read that story as well. I try so hard to edit and revise these chapters and make them interesting. I hope you guys enjoy it. Please let me know what you like and don't like. Welp bye.