Shinto's New Shinigami
I never expected this story to get the amount of attention it has, and honestly I don't know how to say it but thank you all. I am not an amazing writer, not in the slightest, so seeing this story do as well as it has… it amazes me knowing that people are enjoying it. So once again thank you.
Also something I want to add is the timeline. So from my knowledge Ichigo defeated Aizen in 2001, and for DxD the main plot starts 2008. Even so, Ichigo arrived in the DxD universe in 2001, and we won't be seeing Issei and the others until later. Which brings the question: would you guys like to see a timeskip of 7 years or do you want to see what Ichigo does in those 7 years until the dxd story starts.
About pairings… I'm down to make it a harem, however I will let you all know that because of Ichigo being 7 years older than Rias and her group, in human years, I do not plan on them being a part of it. I know it's not rare to find that kind of age gap, but I'd like to keep Ichigo's morals on the higher side… even with his primal instinct libido. On that topic, if any of you think this story will be smut, be assured that it will not.
Also I'm still looking for a beta to help with fixing and editing the chapters. If anyone is interested please DM me or message me on di—-scord. My username is luciferkurosaki.
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Kyoto
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Yasaka was many things, the leader of the Yokais, the embodiment of the Sun Goddess Amaterasu, the Holder of the Ley Lines, and most of all she was a mother to her one and only daughter Kunon. There were days where she goes without seeing her daughter once cause of her duties and work, and there were days where the little minx would run off causing Yasaka to panic.
However today wasn't one of those days, not in the slightest. With the recent diestars and developments the world and the Factions have been in chaos. In Japan however it was worse, ambassadors demanding a meeting, her people scared and hiding, the security was over the roof, with no guard or soldier taking breaks or leave and lastly it happened just outside their door.
The only good thing that the Nine Tailed Kitsune could admit was that Kunou was nowhere close to the danger and in the watchful care of their kin, the other Kitsunes. Now however Yasaka had to put her focus towards the pickering if the Yokai Clan heads.
"We mustn't allow the Biblical Factions to do their business here no more!" A woman sitting not so far from the golden haired kitsune screamed out, showing her anger. "They refuse to tell us what they have discovered about this anomaly!"
Looking at the woman who spoke, and inwardly groaned at what she was saying. The woman was none other than the Head of the Hebis, the most secretive of the Yokai people. She stood at a height that was rare for a woman, 7 feet and 8 inches, with lanky arms and legs, and wearing a purple and red kimono. Her face is long with black hair that goes down to her knees, with a thin line for her mouth, slits for a nose and red snakelike eyes. Her name, Lady Ayame, and if anyone were to tell Yasaka that they found the snake attractive, she would find it hard not to laugh in their face.
"I concur with Lady Ayame! The Fallen, Devils and Angels, have been using our lands to prosper, grow and relax, all for a small price, while they keep secrets from us! Not only did the Devils insult and humiliate us, they destroyed the Nekomata Clan!" A masculine voice followed in the Hebi's footsteps. The man is none other than the Clan Leader of the Tsuchigumo.
"Thank you Lord Kaito! We shouldn't allow the Biblical Factions to do whatever they see fit!" The aforementioned woman said with a nod, "I demand that we raise the price for living in our lands! Demand they pay and if they do not we seek 'Him' on them!"
The Kitsune and Leader of the Yokai couldn't help but glare at the lanky woman for only a few seconds. Yasaka knew what Lady Ayame meant when she spoke 'Him', and was about to berate the Hebi Clan Leader. That was until another spoke up, a kinder and wiser voice.
"Lady Ayame, Lord Kaito." A man's voice spoke from Yasaka's right, and her golden eyes went to the figure. Sitting directly to the Nine Tailed Kitsune was an aged man, the appearance of that of a seventy year old, with wrinkles around his eyes, a beaten bronze, and with shirt gray hair. On top of this man's head were a pair of wolf-like ears. "You forget that they do pay for the lands they own here in the Land of the Rising Sun, and not only that but Lady Ayame, you forget your place."
Yasaka watched as Lord Benjiro glared at the snake woman as he continued with a voice that made everyone remember the stories of when the Clan Head of the Okami was younger. "You forget that mentioning 'Him' is forbidden to us mere mortals, only the Kamis or God's can say 'His' title. Or if we do, we should at least wait until we have the power to fight the Demons, Angels and the Fallens." It was clear to the Mother of one, to whom they were talking about and indeed it has been forbidden to speak about The Shinigami.
"I agree with Lord Benjiro." A trio of voices spoke up together, and it didn't take long for Yasaka to know who spoke. The Leaders of the Sickle Weasels, or more commonly known as the Kamaitachi. "We must wait until they show they are weakening. They not only out number us but out power us, we mustn't talk about fighting three of the strongest factions." They said once again in unison.
The ones that have remained quiet through the meeting nodded to Kamaitachi Clan Leaders. This was also the point when Lady Ayame and Lord Kaito looked around and found no like-minded people. The snake woman let out a hiss, and Yasaka could see and feel the glare she was letting out. "You are all cowards!" She let out after turning on her heels and went to storm out.
However before the Clan Leader could leave, everyone present eyes widened to the size of saucers as they felt an enormous weight on their shoulders. The power itself was cold, singing into Yasaka's body, and from the looks of it, the same was to be said about her fellow Clan Heads, as everyone shivered simultaneously.
The Leader of the Yokai regained her composure quickly and climbed to her feet, finding the task to be challenging with pressure on her body. 'Kunou!' The mother said worriedly as she went to leave, Lord Benjiro and the other Yokai Clan Leaders, minus the lanky Lady Ayame and the multiple eyes of Lord Kaito.
It was also then that a realization occurred to the golden kitsune, whoever is doing this knows what they are doing. Enough weight to place pressure on them, but not enough that made walking challenging. But even so Yasaka found walking to be hard, and she couldn't even imagine what it'd be like to those closest to the person causing this, and Kami forbid what the effects it had on her daughter.
However before the worry could settle a voice spoke up, a voice only she could hear. "'He' is here." It said to Yasaka mentally causing the Nine Tailed Kitsune and those following her come to a stop. "Hurry, I must speak to him."
Hearing this made a deep dread fill Yasaka. She understood her lady's desire to see and talk to the new Shinigami, but this pressure… no this power rivals that of her Goddess and probably all the others as well. Yes Oda Nobunaga was powerful, immensely powerful, but her power was below that of Amaterasu and her brothers. However even with this knowledge and fea4, Yasaka did as her lady told and made for the entrance.
Unbeknownst to the golden kitsune, her eyes began glowing orange and her hair started to turn black from the stems, and those who followed and stood behind the Factions leader, knew what it meant.
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Grigori
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The Governor General of the Fallen Angels, found him in quite a situation. It wasn't about what has placed him here, no that was settled and was now a second thought to him. What caused this was the person who made the realm shake and tremble. Azazel had spies everywhere, and that also meant the Dimensional Gap.
Yes every spy he sent there died almost immediately because of the pressure and nothingness in there, but what said he had living being there? No, what the scruffy haired man had watching over the Dimension was a Gogmagog, which yes has remained inactive since the Ancient God's, but that didn't mean Azazel couldn't tinker with it. Like adding a camera and recorder.
Which was why he was holding not only an image of an orange haired teen, but also the documents he had on the Shinto. But what truly gained his attention was the small black haired girl standing beside the cause of what happened days ago.
Scratching his goatee, Azazel couldn't help but speak out loud. "Something is off with her… but what?" He couldn't deny that her appearance seemed relatively 'normal' for Ophis, but he was getting a feeling that something was off with the Ouroboros Dragon.
His violet eyes then moved to the anomaly, and after a few minutes of thought, a smirk grew onto Azazel's face as his plans formed. Placing the documents and picture onto his desk, as he sat straight and called out. "Shemhazai."
With that the door his office opened to reveal his Vice Governor General. "You called Azazel?" Shemhazai questioned as he entered and closed the door behind him.
With the smirk still remaining, the Leader of the Fallen placed his elbows on his desk and interlocked his hands as he spoke. "I did, my friend." He paused and watched the short man's reaction. "I believe it's time to begin negotiations with the Shinto Faction and I know the one who will begin them."
His friend titled his head until his eyes widened, "Wait. You don't mean 'Her' do you Azazel?" Shemhazai asked as he grew closer to him and his desk.
In response the black and golden haired man only gave a court nod as his smile dropped a fraction knowing that the person his friend mentioned wouldn't be happy about ruining her break. However his smile returned as he said. "I do. She won't like it but she'll understand and will accept the mission in the end."
The two Fallen Angels remained still, until the Vice Governor General nodded as he said. "I'll send out a message to her, informing her that she will be needed." After that Azazel watched as his friend and ally left his office, leaving him as the sole occupant.
Picking up the image, Azazel climbed to his feet and went to the ceiling to floor window behind his desk. 'Well aren't you a bag of surprises, Dimension Traveler.' He said to himself with a grin as he let the picture go, and instantaneously it lit flame and burned to ashes.
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Tokyo
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As the mass of armed men and soldiers grew, Ichigo remained unfazed with his hands in his pants pockets and a look of boredom on his face. He knew that he could handle them, yes there might be some veterans in the group, but even then the War Hero knew that none stood a chance against him.
However his posture changed when he felt a presence growing closer, and as Ichigo looked to where it was coming from he watched as a gorgeous woman with golden hair with black at the base with a pair of fox ears sticking out at the top, beautiful golden eyes that glowed orange, and lastly nine fox tails sprouting from her back.
'This must be Yasaka from what Ophis has told me about her.' He said to himself, their honey brown and golden-orange eyes meeting for only a second.
As the orange haired shinigami examined her, Ichigo knew it was her presence he felt. Yes she was strong, he could feel it, but her powers gave off a different vibes as the one he felt earlier. Yet the power swelled around her, which could only mean that Yasaka wasn't the only person in her body.
Before Ichigo could think on it a bit more, the woman spoke up, causing him to look at her, finding others standing behind her. "Who are you and what business do you have here?" Her voice is calm, commanding, interesting and a bit seductive.
Hearing the authority in her voice, a sour look came across Ichigo's face. Yes he did everything to protect and save his friends in his world, but he couldn't deny that the Shinigamis had authority over him and he would be dead if it wasn't for Sosuke Aizen. So to him, he will never allow someone to hold power or authority over him.
"The name is Ichigo Kurosaki," He said after narrowing his eyes at her, and watched as a bit of sweat built up on the woman's forehead. "The reason I'm here is to talk to the Goddess that lies inside your soul, Yasaka."
Upon saying this, Ichigo felt everyone around him and by the kitsune glare at him with bite and hatred in their gaze. However, that didn't last long, and the shinigami watched as the woman's hair completely changed to black, and her eyes lost the gold within them and was replaced by a fiery orange.
Simultaneously everyone that was surrounding him and those that stood by the woman, knelt to their knees and head bowed towards the now black haired kitsune. Ichigo however remained standing, and stared at the person who stood in place of Yasaka and watched as she went to speak.
"I do not care about what you might say," Ichigo spoke up before she could, surprising everyone, a feeling that faded to anger and disdain. "However I am your Faction God of Death, and I am here to chat about our situation."
With that information out, the orange haired teen felt the shock and fear grow amongst those around him. Ichigo on the other hand continued to stare at the embodiment of a Kami, who returned his gaze in return. The two God's neither moved nor spoke as they fought with their will and eyes and when it broke Ichigo couldn't help but smirk as Amaterasu broke their eye contact.
The woman stepped to the side and with her hand gestured for him to enter. "Then we shall speak, Shinigami." The Goddess' eyes then flew over everyone around him. "You shall all return to your station." With that everyone bowed and left, allowing Ichigo space and leaving no obstacles that would stop him as he climbed the stairs to the shrine it led to.
With his hands still in his pocket he followed the black haired woman through the shrine until they came across a hall that Ichigo could feel wasn't of this world. The two guards standing at the door, opened the sliding door and bowed to the woman leading him, which caused him to roll his honey brown eyes.
However upon entering, Ichigo couldn't help but widen his eyes in shock, as he felt his body lightening and as the view around him wasn't of what one would expect from a shrine hall, but to that of a vast green lands. Looking around he couldn't help looking like a fish out of water, the sight was amazing with a beautiful blue sky, a bright orange sun, and with lush fields of grass and trees, all native to Japan. Within a dozen or more kilometers, Ichigo found houses that matched that of the Heian Era of Japan.
The orange haired teen was taken from his observation by a voice coming from behind him. "It's quite beautiful, don't you agree Ichigo Kurosaki." Looking to the owner Ichigo found that standing beside Yasaka, was a beautiful tall woman with long knee length jet black hair, and bright sun color eyes.
Yet what really stood out was the headdress she wore, the kimono-like garbs she had adorned and lastly the sword at her hip. The crown was simple, a golden band that wrapped snugly and dainty on her head, and at the front was an orange gem that was cut and shaped as a rising sun. Her kimono, gray with black lining, garbed over a red haneri, and keeping it tight was a red obi that held a bronze mirror and a green gem.
Ichigo also noticed she wore a red cloak over the kimono, a cloak that had a regina of the House of Japan on the back of it. The sword she had at her hip, looked ancient with the tsuba worn, the tsuka-ito black and the tsuka red, and yet looked pristine and barely used. To wrap the tsuka up, the fuchi and kabuto-gane gold with small gems. The tsuba of the sword was round, ornamental with a storm and sun on top and bottom, and was gray in color. The blade itself was hidden in its red saya but its shape was long and curved.
With all that Ichigo took in those seconds, they felt like minutes to him, it didn't take him long to know who the tall woman was. Standing before him was the leader of the Shinto Faction, Goddess of the Sun, Amaterasu. Looking back to lush fields, the orange haired shinigami finally responded to her question.
"It is." He said simply, Ichigo's honey brown eyes turned to the two woman, Yasaka standing behind the Kami to the right with her head bowed. "I'm assuming that the hall we entered wasn't one at all but a portal to take us to," He paused and gave another look around, "Takamagahara."
After saying that Ichigo looked back to the duo and found them looking at him with eyes that had surprise and interest in them. "Indeed." Amaterasu responded with a nod, however her look and appearance grew serious. "You have requested a meeting with us Shinigami, and you'll have it."
Hearing this he gave a court nod, and watched as the Kami looked to the kitsune behind her. "Yasaka, you'll return to the Human World and make the appropriate documents for Ichigo Kurosaki, which reminds me." She said and the mentioned teen watched as she looked at him. "Full name, age, date of birth, and lastly do you plan on residing in the human world?"
Ichigo looked from the Goddess to the Nine Tailed Yokai. "Shiba Ichigo, age 16, July 15, 1985," his honey brown eyes then went to the tall woman in front of him. "Yes I do plan to continue living in the World of the Living."
The two nodded and after a few seconds the leader of the Yokai Faction left, leaving both gods to stare at each other. "Earlier you introduced yourself Kurosaki, what's with the Shiba?" Amaterasu asked after a few seconds of silence.
In response Ichigo shrugged and returned to looking around at the trees and distant houses. "I don't believe you have a reason to know why I want to go by Shiba." Ichigo's attention then returned to the Goddess, who was looking at him with annoyance and a pout. "Now where will we have the conversation, I'd rather get it over with sooner rather than later." He said with a voice that wanted to get things over with.
He watched as Amaterasu remained still, pout and annoyance still on her face. However that quickly changed, for the childish look changed to one that fits a God or Goddess. "Yes, let's get to the talks." The tall woman said, and Ichigo watched as she looked to the sky.
Before he knew it the black haired woman shot into the sky, leaving Ichigo alone on the ground of Takamagahara. 'I wonder…' Honey brown eyes hid behind eyelids. 'Zangetsu.' He called out to his Zanpakuto Spirit.
"On it King.' The pale copycat responded, and as Ichigo opened his eyes only one remained their natural color, while the right eye turned black with a yellow-golden iris. 'Remember Ichigo, that this is your first time using Pesquisa. So don't whine like a bitch when you get a migraine later."
All the orange haired teen did was give a small nod to his shinigami and hollow spirit. Looking skyward Ichigo was amazed at what he found, beyond the clouds were massive islands, all of them housing more than a hundred souls.
Before he could investigate further Ichigo's mind began throbbing causing him to close his eyes, and grab his head. Letting out a pained groan, he ignored the sadistic cackles that came from his copycat. Rubbing his forehead, Ichigo was relieved when the pain started fading, allowing him to open his eyes to find that color was brighter than before. Blinking, everything returned to normal, allowing Ichigo to get moving, and with a simple flash step he was gone.
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After a dozen or more minutes of waiting, Ichigo Shiba was finally able to say the conversations were beginning. Sitting across from him were two of the Shinto's Trinity, the Goddess of the Sun and Leader of the Shinto Faction, Amaterasu, and the Kami of the Moon, Brother and Former Husband, and Second in Command Tsukuyomi.
Whom took the appearance of a young man, who could be mistaken for a woman, with white blonde hair that faded into black, wearing a white loose fitting kimono, that had black undergarments, and a gray obi that had two bladed and deadly tonfas at his side. However what truly stood out about Tsukuyomi were his pupil-less white eyes and the eight black orbs floating at his back in the shape of a full moon.
Ichigo was also told earlier upon his arrival that Susanoo won't be in the meeting, having had returned to his island, the one that stood the highest amongst the Kamis Islands, when the orange haired teen's presence was made in the universe.
"Tea, Lord?" A feminine voice spoke up, causing the Shinigami to return to the present where he found a tall pink haired five tailed kitsune, wearing a modified shrinemaiden outfit, one that didn't hide her long pristine thighs. "My Lord?" She asked once more, this time with a seductive hint in her voice, and as Ichigo removed his gaze from his current distraction, he found purple glint filled eyes staring into his honey brown.
"Uhh," He said awkwardly as he scratched the back of his neck. "Tea?" Ichigo asked dumbly and blushed when the kitsune chuckled while nodding. "Uhh… no thanks but if I could just get some water instead. Also mayi possibly get your name?"
"Of course Lord." The pink haired kitsune responded as she poured a small cup of water for him, and honestly her seductive voice awoke something inside of him. "Also my name is Yae Miko, Lord Shinigami." The now named Yae Miko said as she climbed to her feet with a bow towards him and the leading figures of the Shinto Faction. "Kamis, My Lord."
With that honey brown eyes watched as she left, watching as her hips swad with every step and as her side boobs were shown as she turned to close the door behind her. Unknown to the Shinigami in his mindscape, the figure of Zangetsu could be found beaten black and blue while Tsukiko stood not that far away with her arms crossed.
"Boy, get your head out of the gutter, you are a God not a teenage schoolboy wanting to get into the skirts of girls." A mixed masculine/feminine, more of the former, voice spoke up, causing the sixteen year old to reign in his control. Looking at the Moon God, Ichigo couldn't help but give Tsukuyomi a half grin, and from the looks of it he understood what the teenager meant. "Ah… forget what I said just now. Anyway, why have you demanded a meeting with us?"
To the astonishment of the two Kamjs, they watched as their new Shinigami's face immediately turned blank, leaving only the glint in his eyes to show that Ichigo Shiba was still indeed alive. However that astonishment quickly faded upon the words he spoke next.
"I'll make this blunt and simple." The orange haired teen said, Amaterasu waiting for what he wanted to talk about. "I am not your tool, or bitch." Silent gasps filled the room from not only her but also her brother who was sitting beside her. The Sun Goddess went to speak but was stopped by a raised hand. "I came from a war, one caused by a man who manipulated the so-called 'Good Guys'."
Amaterasu didn't even need to guess which side the boy before her sided with, and both her and Tsukuyomi remained quiet, interested to hear what else Ichigo wanted to say. "I don't believe I need to tell you which side I fought on, and honestly I regret it, for during my time with them I learned that after the war, one that I helped them in finishing, they would have me killed. And the only reason why I stayed on their side was to protect my family and friends, for I don't doubt that the Old Man would use them against me." Ichigo paused, and her orange pools remained on the Shinigami as he placed his elbow on the table between them as he rested his chin onto a closed fist. To Amaterasu however it was all clicking into place as to why he said what he said. "So, I've dealt with betrayal and honestly I hated it, never want to experience it again. So I am not sorry for not trusting you for I don't know any of you, and what I do know is the minimal knowledge I got from Ophis."
Amaterasu, who was listening to the new Shinigami, let out a shocked gasp at the mentioned name. She wasn't alone because her brother also looked at the orange haired teen with shocked eyes. "Wait, you've met her?! When? How? How are you even alive?!" The Moon God asked, and honestly Amaterasu agreed with the questions.
However the Sun Goddess' thoughts were on what the boy suffered, a war at such a young age, being betrayed by those he trusted, and lastly he probably will never see his loved ones from his home again. If she was younger and more foolish, she would probably feel pity for him, but something told Amaterasu he wouldn't need it.
"I did," Ichigo's voice brought her attention back to the present, reminding her of what they were talking about. "She seemed nice and honestly welcoming." At this both Kamis had to take a double take at what the orange haired teen said. "Why?"
The room fell to silence as the siblings took in the information they just learned. To them Ophis the Ouroboros Dragon wasn't nice and not once did the thought of the Infinite Dragon being welcoming ever entered their mind… no not only them but all that knew of her existence. It also didn't take long for Amaterasu and Tsukuyomi to realize where Ichigo met her, they remembered the silence that came after his arrival and with what they just learned, they could only presume that their Shinigami met Ophis in the place she calls home.
Amaterasu looked at the teen before her with a new light, finding it hard that he could survive not only Ophis, and think positively of her, but also to survive a dimension that even some of the gods struggled to move about in. However this also brought out the reason why she stood amongst the strongest, as behind her shocked exterior, a grin appeared in her mind as the thought of discovering Ichigo Shiba's true power.
Thankfully though that line of thought vanished as the black haired woman shakes her head and the thought that took its place was one that would benefit not only Shinto Faction but also the Yokai Faction. If Ichigo was in good standing with the Ouroboros Dragon, maybe they could possibly make an ally out of Ophis through their Shinigami. If this does happen, it'll not only bring one of the strongest beings in their Universe to their side, but maybe the Shinto's army will be able to grow stronger with her presence and influence.
For Tsukoyami however there was a different line of thoughts involving the boy. The Moon God honestly felt a bit threatened and feared the boy before him and his sister. His power doesn't only feel like his own, but was immense and on par or even greater than the Great Reds power. However what truly pushed the androgynous man was the fact the kid made an ally with Ophis.
'Susanoo must be informed of this.' Tsukoyami said to himself as he felt the atmosphere in the room begin to change. Before the conversation began he gave one more thought. 'I will be speaking to the moon about this.'
"Ichigo," the voice of the Sun Goddess spoke up, breaking the silence in the room. "I am sorry that you had to face such a betrayal at your age and after doing everything you did for them. I also hope one day you can learn to trust us, for we are one Faction and a fractured Faction will be the doom for us." Amaterasu said and watched as the earlier named teen nodded his head. "However I also get the feeling you are not done with what you want to say, but know that whatever it might be, we will do anything to help."
Orange sun colored eyes watched as the Shinigami took a sip of the tea given to him, before nodding and putting the cup down. "I do have more to say, and I'll make it simple. I do not care for the Faction, all I care about are my friends and family, and helping those pass on." Hearing this caused the two Kamis to look at Ichigo Shiba with shock and it remained when he continued.
"I will continue to do my duty as your God of Death by helping the Japanese people pass onto the afterlife, however everything else, those I could give two shits about." Ichigo said with a tone that he was being serious and he looked at both Amaterasu and Tsukuyomi, examining and gauging their reaction. He could already tell that the latter didn't trust him, he saw it earlier when he told them about Ophis, and the look still remained. For the beauty of a Kamj, she… he couldn't quite read her. He knew she meant well, and her words were true, but he also saw a sadistic flare in the woman's eyes earlier.
Releasing a sigh, the orange haired teen learned forward, placing his elbow on the small table between them. "However I will not let you all die. I'll fight your wars and defeat your enemies. But I will only do it under three conditions, the first is that it has to be something I can benefit from. I've come to learn that I need to be a bit more selfish and do what's best for me and my spirits. I used to be selfless, and as you know it turned out to be a waste of my time and energy."
Pausing, Ichigo once again returned to gauging the kamis reaction and looking for any signs that could point to a possible agreement. Both remained still, and as his honey brown eyes looked into theirs, he saw heistantion in their eyes, however Ichigo also saw acceptance in the Sun Goddess' eyes and the noticeable mistrust in Tsukuyomi's pupil-less eyes.
"The second condition is I'll be paid. Depending on the task, either fighting a war, being diplomatic, being an ambassador, or anything similar I will decide the price, and it doesn't have to be in your currency, it could be Yen or Dollars." This seemed to have gotten a better reaction from the Gods across from him, as the oldest nodded her head and as the other just shrugged. "Lastly, I would like your help or knowledge on a possible way to return to my world."
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Kyoto
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After hours of coming to agreement and talking, the Gods of the Shinto agreed to his terms, leaving him with a bit of wealth under his belt as he left. However Ichigo also left Takamagahara with more knowledge on the world he resided in now, and honestly something inside of him thirsted to explore the supernatural, and to fight them.
Thankfully Ichigo was able to hold those feelings in, knowing that even if it's later he would eventually meet the other supernaturals of the world. Instead the shinigami focused on leaving the shrine and the documents and keys in his hand, both given to him upon his return by Yasaka. It was a short interaction and brief, the Kitsune simply telling and giving him the documents he'd need to live and reside in Japan, birth certificate, passport, visa, residence card, and so on. She also told the orange haired teen that he will be taking up residence in an apartment suite in Kyoto. Something that made him sweat, knowing that the city was packed and busy.
However during this interaction with the beautiful kitsune, Ichigo has noticed something different about himself. Just like when he met the five tailed kitsune, Yae Miko, the orange haired teen failed to remove his eyes from their figure, and if it wasn't for his self control, Ichigo wouldn't deny that he would have made a fool of himself by openly drooling. He didn't know what caused it, yes he always admired the female body since Yoruichi found it fit to wear her birthday suit around him any chance she could. He also knew his fair share of beautiful women, and not once did he have the reaction he is having with people he didn't even know.
Shaking his head, Ichigo released a sigh as he decided to leave it for later when he wasn't busy. Putting the keys into his pocket, he hid the documents inside of his jacket's inner pocket. 'So, what do we do next?' He asked mentally, knowing that his spirits could hear him.
The first to respond was his pale copycat, who started with a simple but explanatory yawn. "Why not go to this suite you were given King, sleep cause we all know you deserve it." He was followed by nods from both Yhwach and Tsukiko. "The rest can be done tomorrow, which reminds me. Ichigo, when you wake up tomorrow we need to talk, specifically with what's been going on with you."
Hearing this made the aforementioned teen raise a brow, having not expected his usual sadistic spirit speak with a tone that didn't fit him. However he was also interested to hear what his spirits wanted to talk about, especially if it can explain his recent… desires.
Nodding mentally he listened as his mindscape went silent, the sign that meant that those residing it were done. Finally reaching the sidewalk Ichigo turned down the direction that led to his new home, with his mind elsewhere, and unknown to the orange haired shinigami, he was being followed by a young girl with golden eyes and matching hair.
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"Thank you for the food." Ichigo said as he paid for his dinner, having made a pit stop at a sushi place to grab something to eat, he finally made his way to his apartment.
However as Ichigo steps out he is greeted to the sight of a young golden haired and eyed girl wearing shrine maiden garbs and drooling, as she watches the chef make and roll sushi. Seeing this caused the young war hero to chuckle, a sound that not only causes the girl to look at him with a blush as she wipes the drooling from her lips.
"What do you think you are laughing at, mortal?!" She said while crossing her arms, trying to act like nothing happened. However before anything else could happen both Ichigo and the young girl heard a growl, one that caused the latter to blush brighter than a tomato.
Again he chuckled, causing the girl to grow more annoyed, but just as she went to speak her annoyance, Ichigo turned around and back into the restaurant. Causing the girl to look at him with a confused look on her face and eyes. After sitting down he looked back to the shrine maiden garbed girl with a smile, a small smile that caused him to shine to the girl. "Come and eat, I know you're hungry and there's nothing wrong with a free meal." He said, and out of his view the sushi chef gave him a respectful nod.
Ichigo watched as the girl looked between him and the food before her, and after a few seconds a smile grew onto her face as she entered and sat across from him. Immediately the chef began preparing sushi for the duo, though with the knowledge that the orange haired shinigami was probably already full. After a few minutes the first dish was placed before the duo, and Ichigo watched as she grabbed a sushi roll, and dipped it into a small saucer filled with soy sauce. Seeing this he nodded, happy that she had begun eating, and to pass time he grabbed a clothes and necessity magazines. His spirits were already out for the day, leaving his mindscape in an unnatural silence.
He didn't know how much time went by before Ichigo noticed that the young girl was done eating and was now sitting beside him, watching him flip through the pages. "You done?" He asked in a tired and exhausted voice, and upon his words leaving honey brown eyes watched as youthful golden pools looked to him. The young miko nodded quickly with a bright smile, letting him know her answer, and seeing this caused ichigo to smile in return as he got to his feet and went to pay. "How much?" He asked as he reached into his pocket to grab the bank card he was given earlier that day.
However as he looked up to the chef, Ichigo found the cook smiling as he shook his head saying. "You don't need to pay, it's on the house. You helped someone who was hungry and you've already paid for your own meal earlier. I see no cause for you to pay again." Hearing this caused Ichigo to nod and bow out of gratitude, and the older man continued. "All I would ask you to do is come back and continue helping those who might need it."
Ichigo gave a nod in return, a silent promise to return made, and turned to leave. As the orange haired teen left he was followed by the miko attired girl, who took his hand to his unexpected surprise. Looking down he found golden eyes staring at him with a large smile on her face.
Ichigo said nothing about this, instead he retracted his steps, knowing the girl to be a yokai. "Thank you mortal." He heard from the smaller person beside him. "That was delicious!"
Looking back to the girl he gave a small smile as he said. "Not a problem." Then a thought came and continued. "Actually, I never got your name, I'm Ichigo Shiba." He said and watched as she nodded with a skip in her steps.
"Oh I already know that, you caused a massive panic when you arrived." She said, answering the unasked question Ichigo had on where she lives, now happier that he decided to go back to the shrine he left an hour or so earlier. "Also I'm Kunou." At this he watched as the now named girl lost the joyful look, and now it took on the appearance of fear and worry. "Ma-may we hurry up? I don't want to make my Mother worry."
Golden eyes filled with a pleading worry, looked into his chocolate brown, making Ichigo's heart pang for Kunou. Instead of saying anything he simply nodded and released his occupied hand out of her's, and grabbed the collar of her shrinemaiden clothes. Waiting, Ichigo watched as Kunou nodded hesitantly, and without another thought he flash stepped back to the shrine, which surprisingly only took one, a distance that would have taken multiple.
When Ichigo came to a stop it was to the sight of guards and shrine maidens running around frantically looking for something… or someone. Releasing a tired exhausted sigh, the new shinigami rubbed his eyes and looked to Kunou to find the girl looking around with fear written all over her face and movement.
"Kunou!" A familiar voice shouted out, making the aforementioned girl jump in fright. "Where have you been, I have told you multi-!" The owner of the voice continued until it came to a halt. Looking up, Ichigo found why the voice was familiar, standing not too far away was Yasaka who was looking at him with widened eyes. "Oh… uh… hi." she said awkwardly, her nine fox tails flopping to the floor.
Something Ichigo found cute and built upon her beauty and honestly the orange haired teen also saw it as something that enhanced his desire to bed the Yokai leader. Immediately upon this thought Ichigo mentally shook his head, wanting the urge to leave.
However in reality he gave a small nod, with a similar sized smile as he scratched the back of his head. "I found her staring at sushi at a restaurant I was at, I believe she was following me." He said, looking at the girl now hiding behind his leg and her golden eyes looking at him with pleading eyes. It was also at this moment he saw nine fox tails, all of them standing on end in fear.
"Is she your daughter?" He asked, finally looking back to the girl's mother, and watched as she nodded. Releasing another sigh, Ichigo felt older than he was. "I wouldn't give her a… lashing per say. Kunou was curious about who I was, and quite hungry from what I saw. She's also at that age, wanting to explore, see the world and most of all she doesn't quite understand the consequences of her actions."
Saying this brought memories of both Yuzu and Karin to Ichigo's mind when they were Kunou's age. He missed them… when was the last time he saw his sisters? Unknown to the orange haired teen, the look he held was that of sadness and longing, causing both kitsune to look at him with worry.
Blinking rapidly, Ichigo returned to the right now, placing his hand on the hiding girl's back, he gave her a little push. "So Yasaka, if I were you, I'd let this one slide. She's back and safe, with you and her fellow Yokai." The orange haired teen said, his voice failing to hide his true emotions. "Anyway I'll have to go, it's been a while since I slept and the exhaustion from the war up to now… I need to sleep." With that Ichigo turned to leave, finally deciding that the day was over. However before he did Ichigo looked to the daughter and gave the little girl advice. "Kunou, don't cause your mother more stress, it'll eat away at her and from the looks of it, a panic."
The young kitsune looked at him with a look of shock, probably from not expecting him to help her, save her from Yasaka's motherly wrath. Kunou, after a few seconds of silence, nodded and after seeing that Ichigo left, going down the stairs he had already walked on twice today. As he did so, a long yawn left his body, and his eyes grew heavy, meaning only one thing to the orange haired teen, he was about to pass out.
Unknown to Ichigo Shiba was that he wasn't the only person walking the stairs, heading towards the shrine behind him was a teenage girl, around his age and of average height for a woman of 16. As the two teens walked past each other, a metaphorical lighting bolt appeared between them. Neither felt it nor noticed, both on missions of their own, one wanting to head home while the other did what her father asked her to.
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TBC
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A shorter chapter then the rest but I assure you that to make up for it, the next will be longer. We'll either way I hoped you enjoyed and would like to read your opinions on what happened, so please leave a comment on your thoughts.