InuYasha Fan Fiction / Bleach Fan Fiction ❯ The Heirs Apparent ❯ Personal Matters ( Chapter 14 )

Disclaimer: The characters of Inuyasha are not mine; they are property of Rumiko Takahashi, Shogakukan, Yomiuri TV, Sunrise, and Viz. I do not own the characters of Bleach, Tite Kubo does. No money is made on my part. All OCs are mine.

 

 

Invasions

 

Yuzuna and Renji were running side by side as they were ruthlessly pursuing the green haired Bount female. Yuzuna grew furious and stabbed her blade into the ground and yelled “strike”. The yoki ripped through the ground and the Bount was felled. Yuzuna ran with inhuman speed as she began clashing blades back and forth.

 

“Stupid inu bitch!” Yoshi yelled.

 

“Zabimaru hoero!” Renji yelled.

 

Yuzuna back stepped as Renji's zanpakuto cut through the flesh of the Bount. Yoshi winced and spun. She saw Ryo and caught up with her Bount companion. They fled and Yuzuna snarled. Zabimaru returned to its normal state and she turned red eyes to her lover.

 

“I am going to skin the next Bount I see alive.” She hissed.

 

“Zuna.” He said as he encircled her waist with his powerful arms.

 

“What is Nanami thinking? I mean we understand revenge; hell I would have torn those bastards to pieces for her!” Yuzuna ranted.

 

“We need to make contact and share information. I would swear we are being led on a wild chase.” He said tightening his grip.

 

“Do you think you could spare a few hours?” she asked.

 

“I can talk to Captain Kuchiki but what's up?” he asked in her ear.

 

“My brother is demanding that you meet him.” She said rolling her eyes.

 

“Zuna, I ain't avoiding it but now is not the time.” He said pulling away.

 

“You do not understand Yuudai. He will show up one of these and then he will make you see him.” She said turning in his arms.

 

“Look you know all about me. I was a runt from the Rukongai and a nobody. I don't need your brother looking down his nose at me okay?” Renji said stiffly.

 

“Yuudai is not like that! He used to have issues because my mother was not only the princess but heir to the West. He thought himself less then her!” she said in defense of her big brother.

 

“Well isn't he nobility? Your haha wasn't really slumming when she slept with him was she? Look we got stuff to do and I probably need to handle some things back at Division Six for Captain Kuchiki.” He said letting go of her.

 

“Why are you with me then Renji? Do you think I look down on you because you were an orphan? Am I less to you because I am not your Rukia?” she asked softly.

 

“Hey don't go there!” he snapped.

 

“We have been together for nearly five months Renji and you have yet to meet my family. I have met yours have I not? I have met Rukia, Izuru, Momo, and Rangiku.” She said meeting his eyes.

 

“Stop it! Stop being so damn perfect! I ain't perfect and I don't want to meet him okay?” Renji said in annoyance.

 

“Okay. I have to go to the West this evening then by myself. Yuudai is having dinner with my jii-chan and Obasan. Uncle Osamu is back from Scotland along with my cousins.” She said in a gentle tone.

 

“Well then I guess I'll see you later then.” He said shunpoing away.

 

Her feelings were hurt and she did not push it because he had suffered badly as a child. He had also suffered when Rukia had been adopted then sentenced to death. She was in love with him but did not say so because she was sure that he was in love with his Rukia. She had fears that the relationship would not survive and it grieved her. She sighed and ported to the West for the dinner. She made her way to the Great Hall and her inu side of the family was there as well as her mother. Yuudai stood up and hugged his little sister and she sat by him.

 

“Sorry I am late. I ran into a Bount haha but she cowered away.” She said to her mother.

 

“Nanami is not amongst the Bounts at this moment but she was last seen with them. I will find her.” Asuna said coolly.

 

“Where is Lieutenant Abarai?” Yuudai asked.

 

“He had work within his squad brother.” She said softly.

 

“I grow sick of avoidance Yuzuna!” Yuudai snapped.

 

“I do not control him brother.” She stated with downcast eyes.

 

“Perhaps you should lean a little harder on him Yuzuna.” Ise stated.

 

“How about you mind your business!” Asuna said anger.

 

“How about you kiss my ass my lady!” Ise said in jealous fury.

 

Yuudai turned to Ise and growled low in his throat. She stared at her mate and her heart was breaking. The Western princess had been restored and Yuudai was pulling away from her so fast it left her staggering. She hated Yuzuna with a passion. Asuna was up so fast that Ise had no chance. She had lifted her up by her throat and the younger bitch was rasping for air.

 

“Never disrespect me or my daughter! I do as I want and when I want. You shall remember who you are and who I am!” Asuna growled low in her throat.

 

She dropped Ise and walked over to Yuudai and jerked his head back; she kissed him passionately for a minute then pulled away. The whole table was in shock and Yuudai looked flushed. Sesshomaru sighed at his daughter's callous behavior but let it go. Yuzuna looked gratified as Ise stormed out of the Great Hall.

 

“Pardon me my lord.” Yuudai said bowing.

 

Sesshomaru nodded and turned to his beloved grand pup. She met his eyes and they were twinkling in amusement. She smirked at him and nudged his knee with hers.

 

“Love you jii-chan.” She said smiling.

 

“Hn.” He muttered.

 

She stood and kissed his forehead. He gave her a loving look and she walked away. She knew Yuudai had gone to talk to her mother and she sighed. She was thinking about Renji and waited awhile to go to him.

 

Asuna was in her chambers and Yuudai stormed in, he growled and shoved her in anger.

 

“I cannot believe you did that! Chuusin grow up!” he growled.

 

“Oh please! You mated her because you needed a bed partner!” She hissed.

 

“Do not do this chuusin, do not drive a wedge between us.” He snapped.

 

“Oh Karuson I do not drive a wedge but that whore will not treat my daughter as a nobody! You raised her Yuudai not that cunt!” she growled at him.

 

“Yuzuna is just as much mine chuusin.” He said shaking her.

 

“Do not!” she yelled.

 

Yuudai was angry and went to snap at her ear when she turned her head. Their lips met and he groaned softly. It was wild for a moment when he stepped back. His face held conflicting emotions and she stepped back. Her face was filled with confliction as well and he walked away. She still loved him but she ported out. She felt better knowing the Nanami was not amongst the Bount and she felt horrible about things at the moment. She was sitting over Karakura Town watching the passers by. She felt a presence and turned around. It was one of the ugliest things she had ever seen and she stood up.

 

“My you look delicious.” It said laughing.

 

“Oh?” she asked raising a brow.

 

“Hai. I have no idea what you are but your power is unreal!” it said nearing her.

 

“I am inu and kiang shi.” She said smirking.

 

“A youkai!” it purred.

 

“Hai. You are a hollow.” She said looking at the beast.

 

“Hai and I am going to devour you!” it shrieked.

 

She held out her hand and Konkisaiga appeared. The hollow attacked and she began fighting the beast. It moved with speed and it bit into her arm. She yelled in pain and she dropped her fang. The thing released a noxious substance and she gasped as she fell backwards. She grew her whip and began slashing at it. She willed her fang and she saw a black blur.

 

“It ain't nice to pick on people! Bastard!” Ichigo said pulling Zangetsu.

 

“A shinigami! How delightful, I shall feast well this night!” it screeched.

 

“Aw shut up! Nobody cares what you're saying!” Ichigo yelled as he jumped up and brought his blade down over the beast.

 

Zangetsu sliced right through the mask and the hollow proceeded to dissipate. Asuna was in awe of the young shinigami and he looked back at her.

 

“You're hurt!” he said leaning down and pulling her up.

 

“I will be okay. Thank you Ichigo. I am ashamed to say that I was distracted.” She said wincing as he pulled her up.

 

Her fang disappeared and he held her up.

 

“Sensei, my dad is a doctor and can look at that.” He said.

 

“Hai.” She stated softly.

 

He picked her up and shunpod to his home. He laid her on an exam bed and went to his room. A couple of minutes later he appeared in his body and his father showed up.

 

“What did you bring Ichigo.” His father said.

 

“This is Lady Asuna Dad.” He said introducing her.

 

“Hello there my lady. I am Isshin Kurosaki.” He said with a cocky grin.

 

“Hello Doctor Kurosaki.” She said bowing her head.

 

“What happened?” he asked as he applied a disinfectant.

 

“I tangled with a beast. Your son was good enough to assist me.” She stated.

 

“That's my boy. Hey Ichigo.” His father called out.

 

Ichigo came closer and his father whacked him up side the head. Asuna growled and the doctor looked at her funny. Ichigo waved his hands at her and the situation turned comical. Finally Isshin Kurosaki was done cleaning and stitching the wound shut. Asuna looked over and saw a poster sized picture of a beautiful ningen onna. She knew she was looking at a likeness of Ichigo's mother. His father left and Ichigo was running a hand through his hair.

 

“Thank you again Ichigo.” She said standing.

 

“Did you find your daughter?” he asked.

 

“No not yet. She is suffering and it seems does not wish to be found.” She said looking.

 

“I'm sorry.” He said gently.

 

“You are very impressive in battle.” Asuna said brushing her knuckles across his cheek.

 

“Thanks.” He said with passion heating his warm brown eyes.

 

“I am going to keep making mistakes of you.” She whispered.

 

“What'd you mean?” he asked confused.

 

She touched his hand and ported them. They appeared in her Tokyo apartment. She lifted his arms and pulled off his tee shirt. She ran her hands over his torso and pressed her lips to his neck. She began nipping and kissing the tendons in his throat.

 

“Sensei.” He said in a low tone.

 

“Say Asuna.” She commanded softly.

 

“Asuna.” He murmured.

 

Her hands went to his jeans and she undid the button and zipper. He looked impatient and she met his eyes.

 

“Calm yourself.” She demanded.

 

“Kamis damnit!” he cursed.

 

“Calm yourself Ichigo.” She said as her hands roamed his body.

 

She pushed down his jeans and he stepped out of them. Her lips brushed against exposed skin and he was getting flushed. She stepped back and undid the gray backless dress she wore. She watched him eye her closely as she stepped closer. She met his lips and he made a growling noise in his throat. She decided he needed a lesson in patience so she pushed him onto the bed. She straddled him and very slowly descended on him. He lifted his head and groaned out loudly.

 

“Ichigo, watch me.” She said suppressing a moan.

 

His glazed over eyes looked at her as she gently rocked her hips. His eyes narrowed as he was consumed by the sight. He tried to thrust up into her but she exerted pressure on his pelvis.

 

“Do something!” he hissed.

 

“Ichigo, give up control in this at this time. I promise you will not be disappointed.” She said softly.

 

He laid his head back and groaned in frustration. She grinned and knew she was going to blow his mind. Asuna got off of him and growled again. She went immediately to his groin and spread his thighs. He looked up at her and she bared her fangs.

 

“Hey whoa! Asuna wait! Oh Kamis!” he cried out.

 

She had bit into his femoral artery and immediate pleasure erupted in his belly and groin. His cock was stiff and heavy in need as she lifted her head. His eyes were pleading and she licked then sucked a testicle into her mouth. Ichigo could not think at all as his mind and body became so wound that he had to shut his eyes as he seemed to have a weight on his chest.

 

“Can't breathe.” He rasped.

 

She let go his testes and licked his member and plunged him into her mouth. Ichigo cried out as she lavished attention and he tried to thrust but she held him at bay. He howled in frustration and she growled around him.

 

“Please! Please more!” he groaned.

 

She slowly withdrew the warmth of her mouth and he clenched his jaw. Asuna was quite pleased with the affects. She was going to cause him to loose his mind totally. Her face held concentration but he sat up and grabbed her. He forced her back and opened her thighs and plunged his tongue inside of her. She groaned as he continued the assault. Ichigo was crazed at this point and he was going to have her begging he decided. He took her clit between his teeth and nibbled. She bucked her hips and moaned loudly. He slowly slid up her body and lightly bit and suckled each tip; he trailed hot kisses along her sternum and neck as he found her juncture. He sucked on the point and lightly bit along the super sensitive flesh. She gasped in delight as he pushed in. Her eyes rolled to the back of her head at the sublime feeling and he tried to move urgently. She gripped his hips tightly to slow him down and he began breathing harder.

 

“Take time Ichigo. Build upon each pleasure with more.” She managed through her haze.

 

“Hell, too hard!” he ground out.

 

She managed to slow his thrusts and his arm shook greatly. She pulled him into a deep kiss as they moved against the other slowly. He ripped his lips from hers as their energies began growing against the other and it was heavy and heady what was happening. Indescribable feeling was coursing through him and he began moving slightly harder and she groaned for him. She was holding in some of her responses as she wanted to see his. She opened her eyes and watched him as he became wound tighter then before and his need was heavier. He was gasping harder and she took his lips again. She felt one of his fingers graze her nub and she growled as her legs shook slightly. Flutters started that were quickly becoming the needed pinnacle. She dipped into his exposed mind and she saw many things. Ichigo felt her within his private self and he lost it. He began pounding into her harder and she screamed out as her body surrendered to the white inferno. He grabbed her hands as he shouted out incoherently. The most amazing and beautiful release was dragged from him and he buried himself. His eyes were closed as he jerked as his climax overwhelmed him. Asuna was running her hands down his sweaty back and he groaned.

 

“Are you alright?” she murmured.

 

“Uh huh. No idea.” He said in a sleepy tone.

 

“That is only one level. You can experience Nirvana.” She said softly.

 

“Well that was pretty damn close.” He grunted.

 

He tried to pull back but she wrapped her legs around his waist. He groaned softly but laid his head against her shoulder.

 

“You feel perfect.” She mumbled.

 

“So when are you going to tell me that this was a mistake too.” He said.

 

“It is but it was a an awesome mistake.” She yawned.

 

“Huh?” he asked confused.

 

“I am a demanding lover Ichigo. I am possessive and very demanding.” Asuna stated seriously.

 

“Why are you telling me?” he asked her.

 

“Because you do not want me thinking of you as mine.” She stated as she let him ease out.

 

“Why?” he asked scowling.

 

“Kamis Ichigo! I am inu and my instincts are to protect what is mine. If you are mine then I do not handle other females well at all. I am warning you now. You do not want this.” She said turning her head to look at him.

 

“Yeah well why don't you let me make up my own mind okay? I don't like being told how I should feel or what I should do!” he snapped.

 

“It is going to get harder and harder for me. Your little shinigami love will be out of the picture completely.” She said in a growl.

 

“Are you trying to piss me off?” he asked.

 

“Maybe. You have school tomorrow.” She said getting up.

 

“Well maybe I love you.” He said flatly.

 

“Maybe? That is deep Ichigo. No you enjoy me; I give you pleasure in several ways and it is the same for me. I enjoy your company as well as your perfect body. Get dressed.” She said as she slipped a robe on.

 

“How about I stay here.” He said glaring at her.

 

“You wish to stay here?” she asked.

 

“Hai. I want to know what it's like to sleep in the same bed as you.” He stated.

 

She sighed and removed her robe. She slipped back into the bed and wrapped her body around his. She heard his heart beat and it made her happy for some reason. His hand went through her hair and he was asleep fast. She contemplated everything and grew afraid of herself. She grew afraid that this young man would become way too important to her.

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Yuzuna was in the Seireitei thanks to Mizuki. She felt as though Renji was slipping away and she was feeling despair. She sighed as she headed to Sixth Division. She slipped into the barracks and saw Renji talking with Rukia. She listened carefully and her eyes filled with tears.

 

“Yeah, I have no idea where this is going. She wants me to meet people who are even richer then the Kuchiki family. I'm from the Rukongai and she lives in her little lala land that it doesn't matter. I'm probably just a plaything anyway.” Renji admitted to Rukia.

 

“You care about her?” Rukia asked with a slight cringe in her voice.

 

“I dunno. I mean she's great and sweet but not like me at all.” He said looking away.

 

Yuzuna turned her head and wiped away her tears. She knew he felt for the younger Kuchiki and history was hard to compete with. He wasn't saying anything cruel; he was being honest. She smiled and she admired that about him. She lifted her head and silently walked away. She knew to let him go and move on. She went to the common area and put a bright smile on her face.

 

“Lieutenant Abarai and Kuchiki-chan hello! May I speak with you a minute Lieutenant?” she asked.

 

“Hai. What's going on?” he asked as he stood.

 

“I got to thinking after our conversation and you are right. There are too many differences and you should not feel uncomfortable. I came to say how much I admire and respect you. I have enjoyed our time together. Goodbye Lieutenant Abarai.” She said bowing.

 

She did not give him a chance to speak and she left the area. She jumped up on the roof and jumped from rooftop to rooftop. She sat down and drew her knees up and began sobbing. She was tired and lay down on the tiles and up at the sky. She saw a white haired man that stared down at her and she looked up.

 

“Hello.” He said smiling gently.

 

“Hello. I hope I am not bothering you.” She said sitting up.

 

“No, I was wondering why you were crying though.” He said sitting beside her.

 

“I just broke off a relationship. No big deal; it is not the first time and I doubt it will be the last.” She said wiping her eyes.

 

“You are related to Lady Asuna?” he asked.

 

“She is my mother.” Yuzuna said looking at him.

 

“Ukitake Jyuushiro. This is the roof of my office.” He said smiling.

 

“You are a captain! I am so sorry!” she said blushing.

 

“No please! I was just concerned.” He said.

 

“Thank you! I suppose you wish to work in peace without a sobbing mess on your roof.” She said laughing.

 

“It was no bother; in fact it was so soft I questioned whether it was real or not.” He stated gently.

 

“Well Captain Ukitake-san, I am very sorry. My name is Lady Yuzuna.” She said standing.

 

“Good to meet you. Who did you end your relationship with?” he asked.

 

“You do not get out much do you?” she said smiling.

 

“I am ill a lot.” He said in a soft tone.

 

“Lieutenant Abarai.” She said looking away.

 

“Renji? He was involved?” he asked surprised.

 

“I get the impression he had an image he had to keep up and I do not fit in. It is alright though. He is a good man and I am sure he is in love with his best friend. It is okay.” She stated in a long sigh.

 

“Rukia is in my squad.” He said surprised.

 

“It is not that big of a deal. The relationship was only five months long anyway. Thank you for listening Captain Ukitake-san. Your have TB?” she asked.

 

“Your inu senses are keen.” He smiled.

 

“It is a dreadful disease. Would you care for me to port you?” she asked.

 

“Sure.” He said standing.

 

She took his arm and she ported down. He looked woozy but nodded. She smiled and impetuously kissed his forehead.

 

“Such a good man.” She said sweetly.

 

“Thank you.” He said smiling.

 

“It was a pleasure to disturb you.” She said bowing.

 

She felt Renji's reiatsu but she ported to the Kuchiki estate. She scented out Mizuki and came upon her sister in the gardens. She looked pale and Yuzuna came to her side.

 

“Zuki? What's wrong?” she asked scared.

 

“Baby. I think I am in trouble.” She said in a shaky voice.

 

“Can you port us to Shinobu?” She asked scared.

 

“No. too weak. Zuna check me.” She said closing her eyes.

 

Mizuki lay back on the bench and Yuzuna saw blood. Her mouth widened and she looked scared.

 

“Fourth Division.” Mizuki mumbled.

 

“Why are you not in the house?” she asked.

 

“Byakuya did not want me here in the first place. He is at his squad.” She said breathing hard.

 

“Okay, I will go! Hang on sister!” Yuzuna said porting.

 

She appeared at the office and ran in. Byakuya was not there and she panicked. She closed her eyes and she pinpointed his powerful reiatsu. She ported to him and it was in the middle of a meeting with Yamamoto. Byakuya looked outraged and she bowed.

 

“Mizuki is here and she is bleeding badly.” She said quickly.

 

“What? Captain Yamamoto?” Byakuya asked.

 

“Go!” the Captain General stated.

 

She grabbed her brother in law and ported to Mizuki. She was lying on the bench and she was passed out. Blood dripped off the bench onto the ground and Byakuya stared horrified.

 

“Get Fourth Division here now! I am taking her to your room. Captain Kuchiki!” she yelled.

 

“Hai!” he said and he shunpod away. Yuzuna held her sister's hand and ported them to the shinigami's bedroom. She put her ear to her sister's belly and the babe's heart rate was slowing.

 

“Sister! Kamis damnit! Okay.” She said terrified.

 

She pulled Kumosaiga and prayed to every Kami.

 

“Wait!” she heard.

 

She looked up and there was a golden haired and amber eyed onna standing there. Her face seemed familiar but she narrowed her eyes.

 

“Yuzuna, it is Tamiko. I will help her. Give me your blade.” She said calmly.

 

“What is wrong with her?” she said trembling.

 

“She abrupted. She will be okay. I will bring the babe to your brother.” She said as she cut into Mizuki's belly.

 

Byakuya showed up and along with Captain Unohana. He watched in horror as the onna cut through his wife's belly. She reached in and pulled out a bloody infant. He was blue as Tamiko pushed reiatsu and yoki into the tiny boy. He squeaked and she turned to Byakuya.

 

“His only chance is taking him into the living world Byakuya.” Tamiko said.

 

“Hai.” He said trembled.

 

“Retsu, can you help my girl?” Tamiko asked.

 

“I believe so Juria. Take the babe now.” Unohana said.

 

Tamiko disappeared and Byakuya fell to his knees. Yuzuna came to him and helped him up.

 

“Go to her. She will sense your presence Kuchiki-sama.” Yuzuna said calmly.

 

“Will you go to him? Will you stay with my son?” he asked.

 

“Hai.” She nodded.

 

She ported to Renji and he jumped. He looked at her and she had blood on her.

 

“Can you please open a gate for me Abarai-san? Captain Kuchiki's son had to be taken to the living world. Mizuki abrupted and Captain Unohana is taking care of her. Your captain wished for me to stay with my nephew.” She explained.

 

“Hai.” He nodded.

 

He pulled Zabimaru and opened a gate. She quickly moved through it and entered the land of the living.

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Mizuki was in a hospital bed when she came to and she looked over at her mother and father. She smiled weakly and her chichi held her hand.

 

“Please tell me he is alive.” She whispered.

 

“He is alive. Shinobu had to intubate him but he is showing signs of getting better.” Asuna said softly.

 

“Where is Byakuya?” she asked.

 

“He is in the NICU. He is ashen Mizuki and has not slept since you two have been here. Karu is with him as well.” Naraku said.

 

“They have become friendly.” She said softly.

 

“Hai. They can bring you in a just a bit. He is beautiful Mizuki.” Asuna stated.

 

“He is? Haha, I want to see my son.” She said struggling to sit up.

 

“How did the abruption happen?” Naraku asked.

 

“Byakuya's grandfather and I had words. They wanted the babe to be born in the Seireitei and they wanted to control his upbringing. I told him no and he shook me. I lost my step.” She said wincing.

 

“Ginrei did that?” Byakuya said from the door.

 

His tone was so cold that it could have frozen the air. Mizuki looked at him and teared up. She nodded and had to look away.

 

“Mizuki! I asked you not to be in the Seireitei and especially not the estate.” Byakuya said in anger.

 

“I had left the ring you gave me in our room! I wanted it on.” She said starting to cry.

 

His face almost crumpled and he came over to her. He held her as she sobbed and closed his eyes.

 

“You would not wake up! Your hand and face were lifeless just like Hisana's.” he said holding her tightly.

 

“I am so sorry.” She wept.

 

Asuna and Naraku hung back as they held each other. Shinobu came in and looked at his sister's vitals.

 

“Zuki, we can bring you to see him now.” He said helping her up.

 

“Okay.” She said.

 

Shinobu helped her up and she sat down in the wheel chair. Shinobu arranged her IV and Byakuya took his place in pushing her.

 

“How long can you stay in gigai?” she asked.

 

“As long as I need Mizuki.” He murmured softly.

 

He pushed her into the NICU and she washed her hands. She was wheeled to where her son's incubator was and she pressed her palm to the bassinet. He was on venelator and his tiny body was laying there. She put her face in her hands and began sobbing. Byakuya pulled her forward and held her while she sobbed. Karu came forward and rubbed her back.

 

“Mizuki, listen to me my love. He needs a name. He needs to know his name so he can fight.” Karu stated.

 

“Byakuya, I want to name him Yuji.” Mizuki stated wiping away tears.

 

“It is a fine name.” he said softly.

 

“Yuji, it is haha. You have to fight my sweet baby. You have to fight and be strong like your chichi.” She said touching the glass.

 

She pathed to him and his leg twitched. Tears streamed down her face as she touched the side of the incubator. She stayed with him until she passed out from exhaustion. Byakuya carried her back to the hospital room and Karu followed.

 

“Will you stay with her?” he asked.

 

“Hai? Where are you going Kuchiki?” Karu asked.

 

“To deal with my family.” He said coldly.

 

Karu nodded and he stayed by his mate's side. Byakuya disappeared from the room and he had a feeling that the shinigami's family had hell to pay. He looked at Mizuki and kissed her forehead. He stood up and went to see the baby. Shinobu looked up and he smiled.

 

“Yuji is doing well. He is responding to pathing and talking. It seems he has a strong will.” Shinobu stated.

 

“Look at how tiny he is. Black hair and the moon. Too early to tell what his eyes are?” Karu asked.

 

“He will not open them for at least another month; maybe two.” He said.

 

“Mizuki is falling apart.” Karu said.

 

“This baby needs his haha. She cannot fall apart and she needs to be strong.” Shinobu snapped.

 

“She feels guilt over our own son. She thinks she is a terrible mother.” Karu sighed.

 

“She will have a chance to do it right this time.” Shinobu stated.

 

Karu nodded and he looked down at the baby. He connected with the tiny mind and he was strong of soul. This boy wanted to live and he nodded. He went back to his mate and waited.

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Byakuya stood in the main hall and his grandfather was on his knees bowed before the Kuchiki clan leader. His normally stoic and cold visage was glacial at the moment. He was in fear that he would loose son as he had lost Hisana.

 

“Explain to me why I should allow you to live!” Byakuya said in a toneless voice.

 

“I was trying to do right by this clan! I meant no harm to your wife or your son.” Ginrei stated in placid tone.

 

“My son cannot breathe on his own! My son has not even opened his tiny eyes! My son may not live!” Byakuya said turning red.

 

“Byakuya please! I meant no harm, please understand that I meant no harm.” The old man whispered.

 

“Pray he does not die. Pray he is normal or you will only wish for death!” Byakuya threatened.

 

He left his grandfather in the room by himself and he stared out of a window in the gallery. He gasped softly and saw plum blossoms. His hands clenched tightly and he felt as helpless as he had when Rukia had been sentenced to death. He had been inept then as he was now. Self hatred consumed him and he felt like he had failed the only other onna he had loved other then Hisana.

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The mood was somber in the family as tiny little Yuji started to get better everyday. After nearly a month he began breathing on his own and his tiny grey eyes tried to focus on objects. Byakuya Kuchiki; one of the most feared shinigami was captivated. His infant son looked like him and his tiny little arms and legs would move around when he was touched. He loved touch and would come so alive when his chichi and haha touched him.

 

“He looks so sweet in his tiny haori.” Mizuki said in awe.

 

“It was made by a female relative; it has the Kuchiki crest on it.” He said holding his tiny hand.

 

“He is getting stronger. Shinobu says he should be able to come home within the month.” She said laying her head on his shoulder.

 

“I am so relieved. Mizuki, I love you.” He said with a little emotion.

 

“I love you too. I am sorry I was there when you told you me not to. I knew how much it meant to you for me to wear this ring. You never did tell me whose it was.” She said admiring the jade and diamonds.

 

“It was my gift to Hisana when we married. She wanted me to give it another onna that I would marry. I told I never would but she laughed at that.” He said staring ahead.

 

“I honor it and I honor Hisana, Byakuya.” She stated as a couple of tears slipped out.

 

“That means much to me.” He said hugging her tightly.

 

They watched their son jerk his little body as they touched him lovingly.

 

“How is it I can be in Soul Society you think?” she asked.

 

“Your youkai nature plus the fact that I am convinced you have shinigami blood in you. Somewhere along the lines a shinigami came into the living world and procreated with a youkai or ningen. I do not care really how is happens; I am thrilled that you can.” He said brushing his lips across her forehead.

 

She just stayed staring at her baby and was held by Byakuya. He had requested a leave from his division for a time so that he may be with Yuji. Mizuki was concerned that they had not found Nanami and her mother searched everybody. There were clues and evidence that she was around but they did not see her. She was upset because she had finished raising her. She sighed softly and praised her brother and Nobu for saving her son. She was told Yuzuna that Tamiko had gotten Yuji out of her womb and Captain Unohana had sewed her up. Byakuya admitted he did not remember much as he had been terrified and he was never terrified. Karu came in and handed Byakuya a latte as well as Mizuki. She hugged Karu tightly and Byakuya bowed low to him. They would sit in communal silence or talk about things from centuries past but they called each other friends now. Mizuki knew true happiness but would know absolute happiness when her baby sister and the Bounts were defeated.

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Yuzuna was having tea with Jyuushiro again for the third time in a week. She grinned at his gentle manner and he way of speaking. His subordinates absolutely adored him and his seconds in command fell over themselves for him; it was comical in most cases and Yuzuna adored being around him.

 

“Let me get more tea Jyuushiro. You look tired again.” Yuzuna said standing.

 

“You are too accommodating Yuzuna.” He said softly.

 

“Naw. I was raised to respect my elders.” She said winking at him.

 

He laughed softly and she prepared more tea. They had been having their little tea sessions since Yuji had been born and the whole of the Seireitei to meet the newest Kuchiki. Rukia was beside herself in anticipation. Captain Kuchiki allowed no one else but close family to see his son. She brought the pot back to the low table and felt Jyuushiro's head.

 

“Please stop fussing over me.” He said with downcast eyes.

 

“No. I will not. You are warm.” She said concerned.

 

“I have this often enough Yuzuna. Please I get enough fussing from my subordinates.” He stated coughing a little.

 

“Well I think you need to go to bed. I am taking you now.” She said flatly.

 

She ported them to his private room within the barracks and helped him out of his captain's coat. She went to his obi and haori to undo them as well. This was not the first time she had done this and now there was no embarrassment. She smiled at him as she folded his clothing. She sat by his torso and laid a cool rag on his head and he turned red.

 

“Stop Jyuushiro.” She said as she wiped the sweat off of his brow.

 

“I hate being a burden. I hate being a burden to my friends and family.” He stated in a low tone.

 

“You are no burden. You have more grace and honor then I have run across in a long while. Shit Jyuushiro what have you been doing?” she asked as she stood up.

 

“Training graduates from the academy.” He said with closed eyes.

 

“Why did you not leave a note and say no tea?” she asked.

 

“I wanted to see you.” He admitted.

 

She looked at him and moved around the spacious room. She got him a fever reducer and water. She brought it to him and he took it. She slipped her kimono style shirt off and she still had on a thin tank top. She stripped down to her boy shorts and slid in next to him.

 

“You are shaking.” She said softly.

 

“What are you doing?” he asked.

 

“You are shaking. To help keep you warm I am laying next to you. Youkai have slightly higher body temperatures and besides I am inu and I love to lay in heaps with other inu.” She laughed.

 

“I see.” He said closing his eyes.

 

“You do not maintain relationships do you?” she asked.

 

“No, I would not exactly be an ideal partner.” He said sighing.

 

She looked as his visage and she pulled him forward. He was more than surprised as she lightly kissed him and he moaned. She pulled back and his warm brown eyes held repressed emotions.

 

“I will not get ill Jyuushiro. I cannot get ningen illnesses.” She said running her hands through his hair.

 

“Too much temptation Yuzuna. Kamis know I would have to be stupid and blind not to want you in any way but I am weak quite a bit.” He said looking a way.

 

“Rest my friend. It was only a kiss.” She said wrapping her body around his.

 

He was tense and aroused as she lay next to him. He had not felt quite as close to an onna in a long time. He closed his eyes again and just experienced what it was like to have a physical body next to him.

 

He woke later feeling much more rested but warm in other ways. He groaned out as Yuzuna was touching him lightly. She met his eyes and smiled softly.

 

“You are breathing easier and your fever down. Jyuushiro, are you okay?” she asked.

 

“Hai.” He said biting his lip.

 

She wrapped her hand around his member and slowly stroked his soft flesh. She softly kissed his cheek as she did so.

 

“Force yourself to breathe deeply. Do not take short breaths. There you go.” She said softly.

 

She was concentrating on making it a slow and as easy on his body as it could be. He forced himself not to gasp and wonderful shocks of pleasure consumed him. He could feel the impending release and so did she. She kissed him on the mouth as he fought the tenseness but failed. He cried out as the pleasure overwhelmed him. He felt her presence within his mind and she helped him to concentrate and not loose it totally. She helped maintain even breathing as an incredible climax erupted from him.

 

“Yuzuna.” He moaned out.

 

“Hai?” she asked.

 

“Selfish.” He said with closed eyes.

 

“I told you that I am inu. I shall not waste an opportunity.” She said sweetly.

 

She pulled back the blanket and laved her tongue along his release and he was fighting his reactions. He had not felt so good in so long. He thought he had died for a second and lay back completely.

 

“Even in the midst of an episode and if care is taken you can make love or be made love to.” She whispered in his ear.

 

“I am overcome.” He said in a soft tone.

 

“You are such a good man. Coming to a stranger just because you heard crying. Your officers and other shinigami in Squad Thirteen absolutely love you.” She said gently.

 

He seemed stunned by her words and just watched her grey eyes. Yuzuna ran her hands over his bare chest and suppressed her ardor. Renji had not bothered to try and see her and she had made no secret that she had been in the Seireitei. Yuzuna knew he supported his siblings all by himself and she had sent a huge amount of gold to them. He had no idea and she had sent it anonymously.

 

“Yuzuna,” he mumbled.

 

“It is alright Jyuushiro. I promise I shall not ravish you. I only wanted to please you.” She said in a softer tone.

 

“Yuzuna, your presence pleases me.” He said to her.

 

“Well I wanted to please you in that manner. I shall let you sleep.” She said slipping from the bed.

 

“Stay unless you have to leave.” He stated reaching out his hand.

 

“Okay.” She said lying next to him.

 

She laid her head on his chest and she enjoyed his presence. She had no idea what the hell she was doing but she knew this was a good man. He was asleep again and she allowed herself to follow suit. She woke up after awhile and slipped from the bed. He was in a deep sleep and the fever was back. Her brow furrowed a bit and she went to search through all of medicines and herbs. She put a tray together and brought it to his bedside.

 

“Jyuushiro, please wake up.” She said softly.

 

“Hmm?” he asked.

 

“Your fever has returned. Please take these medicines.” She said as she handed them to him.

 

He took the proffered items and swallowed them. He closed his eyes and hated this. He hated being weak and he hated depending upon others to care for him. Yuzuna took his hand and made him look at her.

 

“It is not weakness Ukitake Jyuushiro. It is what has happened and it will be fine. I think it is awful that you have to suffer this in this existence when you obviously suffered from it before you passed on.” She stated sternly.

 

“I humbly apologize for feeling sorry for myself. I probably should go home to my family's estate.” He said struggling to sit up.

 

“I shall port us then.” She said.

 

“Ugendo. Shall I think of it?” he asked.

 

“Hai.” She nodded.

 

She ported them to his bedroom that he had pictured and she stood up. She went to his closest and pulled out a long robe. She wrapped herself in it and came to sit by him.

 

“Yuzuna, you can leave me here. My family is here and will care for me.” He stated watching her.

 

“Why not allow me to care for you and I will leave when I need to.” She said raising her chin.

 

“As you wish.” He smiled.

 

She ended up spending several days with him and running errands for him. She would save his officers the time of coming all the way to Ugendo and drop off his paperwork. She saw Renji from time to time and bowed to him. He wanted to say something but would stop at the last minute. She knew the Gotei Thirteen liked her as she cared for one of their favorite individuals. He was doing paperwork as she did yoga exercises and he watched her from the corner of his eye.

 

“You have excellent form. I wish I could spar with you.” He stated.

 

“Well I am ruthless.” She said laughing.

 

“My income has increased and I have no idea how!” he said suddenly.

 

“Huh.” She said barely paying attention.

 

“This is most strange.” He said looking at her.

 

“It is indeed strange.” She stated

 

“I shall have to find out the details. Would you care to help me feed my carps?” he asked.

 

“Hai.” She said helping him stand.

 

Jyuushiro looked at her and pulled her forward. She reached up and held his face. This young onna had managed to crawl into his already full heart but she had awakened in him more then lust. He kissed her softly and she groaned into it. She pulled back her want but it got the better of her. Her hands began fisting in his hair. She wanted to feel him and she began undressing him right there. She began kissing him everywhere she could and his eyes were closed in the glorious intimacy. She pulled him gently towards his bed and he tried to stop her but she was insistent. She laid him back and undid his hakama. He had a pretty good idea what she would do and he could not help wanting. She leaned over him and kissed him again with tremendous passion. He arched his body as she slid down his staff. She let up on the kiss to allow him to breathe deeply and would kiss him into weakness again. She ground her hips into his slowly to allow him to adjust and not exert too much energy.

 

She was loosing her mind quickly as her inner inu was demanding and snarling in her mind. She was lost in the beautiful man and she cried out as they moved gently against the other. She fell upon him again to claim his soft lips. She could feel his heart beating hard in his chest and she pulled away to assess him.

 

“Jyuushiro? Are you alright?” she rasped.

 

“Hai just harder.” He moaned out.

 

She moved against him a little faster and she bit into her wrist to stop the scream. He had begun massaging her nub and she became swept up in rapturous bliss. He cried out as she spasmed around him and he forced himself to keep even breaths. He lifted his head some and his face contorted as he too was swept up. He finally laid his head back and he was sweaty and felt such incredible joy. She kissed him softly and he rolled them. He did not want to stop and he felt it would be worth the effort. He wanted to see her again in the pure delight. She was such a beautiful onna inside of her tremendous heart and soul. Jyuushiro finally collapsed after another beautiful release took them both.

 

“Stay with me.” He whispered.

 

“Hai.” She whispered back.

 

Shunsui would hoot and holler when he found out that he had even engaged an onna. He fell flat on his back and passed out. She knew simple joy around him and it actually made her happy to be of help to him. She put Abarai Renji out of mind and fell asleep next to Jyuushiro.

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Nanami stood on a low hill admiring her latest batch of kills. She had no care if they were youkai or ningen criminals. She took great joy in destroying them and she had hardened her heart so much that the sweet innocent onna was gone. She had bound herself to Tomoharu and his death had pretty well driven her mad. She felt Kariya behind her and she turned.

 

“What are you doing here?” she demanded.

 

“Well I am ready to move upon Soul Society and wondered if you would come.” He stated.

 

“I have no loyalties to you Kariya. I am merely using you like you use everyone else.” She said raising a silver brow.

 

“You wound me Nanami.” He said in anger.

 

“Why should I care about your grudge? You plan on destroying Soul Society; do you think me stupid? You have no noble mission. You are an arrogant ass who feels justified in taking whatever he wants.” She said sneering.

 

“You arrogant little tart. You think you have me all figured out?” he hissed.

 

“I am sure I have you figured out. You are not worth my time. You took from me and now I take from you. It is a fair arrangement.” She said walking past him.

 

“What caused you to change from that innocent onna to this monster that you have become?” he asked amused.

 

“You have no idea of my kind! I have so many kumo aspects that it dominates me. Kumo youkai are fearsome creatures in their true forms but are among the most loyal and loving people you will ever have the privilege of knowing. He was my soul mate and my conscience. When that bastard murdered him, I lost my will. Ningen will kill each other and youkai alike. These beasts are more evil then you.” She said in complete hatred.

 

“Nanami you are turning into me.” Kariya said bluntly.

 

“Fuck you!” she screamed.

 

“I offered.” He shrugged.

 

She stared at him in disgust and she ported away. Her hands were covered in blood and it made her happy. She knew she had become a sadistic bitch but she just could not care. She decided to see her family from a distance and she was near the hospital. She masked her aura and just watched. She saw Shinobu and her father come from the front door and she strained to listen.

 

“Yuji should be able to leave within the week. I wish Nanami was here to see her nephew.” Shinobu said softly.

 

“I am praying she will come home. I wish she would trust us.” Nobu said shaking his head.

 

Nanami felt a little guilt and stepped out. Both males were shocked at her appearance and they saw her hands. She stepped back when they neared her.

 

“I cannot feel him. It hurts.” She said in a hoarse whisper.

 

“Baby, what have you been doing?” Nobu asked gently.

 

“Making them suffer. They took him from me!” she hissed.

 

“You bound yourself to Tomoharu.” Nobu said softly.

 

“Did not know. I had no idea and now I cannot feel him. They will all die!” she snarled.

 

“Nanami, please come home! We can help you if you let us.” Shinobu begged.

 

“Not until they are dead. Chichi, I am okay. Tell haha not to worry so much. I do not want to be found right now. I have to destroy them!” she said in fury.

 

“Baby please!” Nobu begged.

 

“Not yet. I love you both.” She said porting away.

 

She appeared right next to Kariya and he turned with a smirk. She slapped his face hard and he went to strike back. She pulled him into a kiss and he was shocked. They staggered back and she yanked on his pants. He was utterly amazed at what was happening and he jerked her flowing dress up. His thrust into her hard and groaned out.

 

“Why?” he snapped in her ear.

 

“You offered and I need to feel.” She hissed.

 

He grinned as he took her tight body and she allowed herself to feel the carnal pleasure. She felt so incredibly cold and it heated her just a little.

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Kariya watched the little hybrid kumo youki sleep. There were many mysteries in her family and he wanted to know more. He was seriously annoyed with Ichinose as he had not seen the shinigami in over a month. He was either already dead having found the idiot he hated or he had found himself something to keep him occupied. He intended to find his underling and punish him. Nanami was quite the little firebrand he found and he enjoyed taking her. She stirred a little and rolled to her side. She opened her black eyes and she saw him thinking. She hated him but was more then willing to take the physical from him. It was so easy and she felt lost a little more. He was only worth using in her book and she knew he was incapable of anything respectable. She sat up and straddled his naked body. He looked up surprised as she began gyrating her hips against his. His breath caught as he she worked him. She looked at him and wondered how a being with such beauty could be such a bastard. She knew he found her amusing and she narrowed her eyes.

 

“Shall I tell what the former mate consort of the Tsuchigumo did to her mate?” she asked.

 

“What is that?” he asked narrowing his eyes.

 

“In the midst of passionate rutting she slipped her claws into him and released her venom. Needless to say you know what too much kumo venom does.” She said smirking.

 

“Are you threatening me little doctor. You do not even have venom do you?” he asked sneering.

 

She lifted her claws and a bit of blackish venom appeared at her claws; his eyes widened at her audacity and she leaned forward.

 

“You are a bastard and I know that this is just a way of using someone else Jin. How many have you killed in your quest for revenge hmm?” she asked.

 

“You are a sly little whore!” he snarled.

 

“You think I will kill you?” she asked coldly.

 

“I think you allude to it but do you honestly think the likes of you could kill me?” he asked scoffing.

 

“I think you should take youkai more seriously. We were masters of these lands long before ningen and the likes of you!” she hissed.

 

“I suppose I shall from now on.” He said trying to dislodge her.

 

She rolled her hips and they both shuddered. She ended up bringing them both to their ends and she fell to her back. He stared down at her and perused her form.

 

“What was this whore's name that tried to kill the Kumo lord?” he asked.

 

“Fusae. She was Papa Ishin's mother.” She said staring up.

 

“So you have unleashed your kumo side more.” He laughed.

 

“Shut up. You are not as quite as bad when you do not talk.” She snapped.

 

“I could actually learn to really like you.” He laughed lying down.

 

“Oh I am sure. I am sure when you tire of me then you will try and take my power too.” She said in an uncaring tone.

 

“Would I not have already done that?” he asked.

 

“Jin, you killed the onna that you had been married to. You are pure evil and make Papa N look like errant school boy.” She said sleepily.

 

“Who is that?” he demanded.

 

“Mizuki's sire is Naraku.” She mumbled.

 

“The Naraku! He was myth!” Kariya said surprised.

 

“No myth. He was the hanyou from the legends except that he was and is quite real.” She yawned.

 

“That creature that I faced before? That is Naraku?” he asked almost giddy.

 

“Do not think for a second you could defeat him. My jii-chan and great uncle both tried and failed miserably.” She said looking up.

 

“So if I look into ancient myths and legends then they are in fact history?” he asked.

 

“You can learn! Bravo!” she said sarcastically.

 

“You are such a wonderful and horrid little monster.” He said almost happily.

 

“Look who is talking.” She retorted.

 

She passed out and the knowledge that Naraku was not only real but still around, it was almost too good to be true. He had to figure a way to subdue her and make her totally on his side. He was actually in quite a good mood and decided to draw out the bastard; he would have to go after his favorite little youkai. He closed his eyes with a big grin on his face.