InuYasha Fan Fiction / Bleach Fan Fiction ❯ The Heirs Apparent ❯ Of Yamaneko and Dragons ( Chapter 40 )

[ X - Adult: No readers under 18. Contains Graphic Adult Themes/Extreme violence. ]

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.

Of Yamaneko and Dragons

She pressed her face to the post and looked out into the forest that bore her father's name. Something was coming and she could feel it. She should have been barely a century old but she was older then her parents and had seen much in nearly eight centuries alive. She acted as if she was the young version of herself and not some older youkai. Akemi had nagging feelings and she decided to visit the Southern Kingdom. She looked over at her father and mother who were arguing over something the hanyou had said that was probably crude or ill timed.

“Chichi and haha, I am going to go see my friend okay?” she stated.

“Where and why?” Inuyasha demanded.

“Inuyasha! She's a grown girl now!” Kagome snapped.

“Keh. Just don't do anything that'll get yourself hurt cause then I'll beat your ass!” Inuyasha said crossing his arms.

Akemi grinned at her father and came over and rubbed his koinu ears. He got angry and stomped off and she giggled. Her father was too easy to rile up and she went to her room. She grabbed the naginata that Ryukotsusei had made for her and she fingered the pole. Pain assaulted her and she pushed it down. The love she felt for the old dragon lord rivaled her parents love story any day. She smiled softly as she strapped the weapon to her back and she grabbed her bow and arrows. She could not tell them that she was already a bitten uppyr and she had gained tremendous powers. She took off on foot and head south. Thoughts of Daichi entered her head and she suppressed her anger at herself for violating the Yamaneko's trust. He had not deserved her betrayal but she said nothing. She still loved him but her feelings for the dragon overshadowed everything in her life. She closed her eyes a moment and was shocked to feel the Yamaneko prince in the forest.

“What are you doing here?” she hissed.

“Things are bad at home Akemi. You said you were coming and I could not allow it.” Daichi stated as he jumped down from a tree.

“What do you mean?” she asked cocking her head to the side.

“There is a lot about my family you do not know and I did not think it would ever be a problem but now it is. Your cousin has been in the South and she carries a kit.” Daichi said shoving his hands inside his haori.

“What? Asuna is not even in Asia Daichi.” Akemi said totally confused.

“Yeah she was. She was at my family's palace and she has been involved with my half brother.” He stated sheepishly.

Akemi's mind was going a mile a minute and something did not add up. She knew for a fact that Asuna was in Europe hunting down Stasio and to find out that Daichi had another brother shocked her.

“Who is your half brother?” she asked.

“Grimmjow Jagaharu.” He said blushing.

“Grimmjow is not Japanese.” Akemi said surprised.

“No it is not. My father had an affair with a foreign neko and they had him before I was born. My father dishonored my mother but he never officially mated Jagaharu's mother Itzel.” Daichi stated.

“Daichi, why did you not tell me?” she asked.

“Ashamed of my sire's actions. He dishonored my mother who is Yamaneko royalty Akemi. She passed away awhile ago but still!” he said biting his lower lip.

“Kamis the Yamaneko are stupid at times Daichi!” she said shaking her head.

“How is it wrong to expect the one you love to be faithful?” he asked.

“Because we are animal youkai! Kamis it is ridiculous to act like ningen.” She said rolling her eyes.

“Might I remind you that you are in fact mostly ningen?” he said raising a golden brow.

“Whatever. Come on!” she growled.

“Where are we going?” he asked following her.

“We are going to your home Daichi! Kamis if Asuna is in trouble then I need to try and help her.” Akemi stated as she walked.

“I just left my home Akemi! Jagaharu accused Hiroshi of a very foul deed.” Daichi said as he walked beside her.

“What was your jackass brother accused of Daichi?” she asked staring at him.

“Jagaharu said that Hiroshi violated the Lady Asuna.” He said looking away.

“What?” she asked in disbelief.

“Hai. I know it is insane.” Daichi stated.

“You support your prick brother?” she asked shocked.

“I do not know what to think Akemi. Hiroshi thinks many things but to violate an onna? He was not raised to be that dishonorable.” The young Yamaneko murmured.

“There has to be something else going on Daichi.” She exclaimed.

“Akemi this is not the best time to go to the South.” He stated.

“There is no better time Daichi! My cousin needs me and you want to sit back and watch?” she asked in anger.

“No but you are not even my mate!” he said hissing.

“Is that what this is about? Fine!” she growled out loudly.

He glared at her and she grabbed him and began kissing him deeply. His raised his hands and then wrapped them around her. They stayed like that a moment and he pulled back.

“I do not want it like this.” He whispered.

“Then quit demanding and relish what we have.” She snapped.

He growled in fury and stepped back. She left him standing there and began to walking again. Her mind was going fast running over the many scenarios that could be happening. She just did not comprehend what was going on. She wished like hell she could teleport but she continued to walk.

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The whole court was in chaos and Akemi slipped in to find Lord Hikaru. It had taken her several days to reach the Southern Kingdom and she was in a foul mood. She found the Yamaneko lord and he looked stressed. She bowed low before him and he looked intrigued to see his youngest son's intended. She was beautiful as always but she seemed somehow older in a way. He looked at her closely and nodded.

“Where did Asuna go?” she asked.

“A jaguaress named Itzel took her to her homeland.” He said sighing.

“With your general named Jagaharu?” she asked.

“Hai. How did you know?” he asked.

“Daichi said something.” Akemi said looking around.

“Hiroshi has been banished to our country estate until the truth can be known.” He said flatly.

“No offense Lord Hikaru but Hiroshi is a bit of a cad.” Akemi stated.

“I know my son Lady Akemi but he would not rape an onna!” he thundered.

“Then I will help figure out this situation.” She said gently.

“What can you do Lady Akemi?” Hikaru asked.

“I can help.” She said backing away.

“Where are you going?” he asked in a temper.

“To find answers.” She stated.

Akemi left the throne room and walked outside. She knew Daichi had followed her but he was keeping his distance. He was hurt and angry at her words and she really got tired of his immature feelings. She lifted her nose and she could scent nothing. Her son could port and she needed to get to Asuna. It would take her half the night to reach her home and she began heading towards dragon lands. She knew how to loose Daichi and she did. When she finally managed to make it to the outskirts of the dragon homeland she began running. She knew these lands better then even Ryu had. She smiled as she saw the castle come into view. She ran up the steps and her son immediately left his study to see her.

“Mother?” Ryuu asked surprised.

“Hello my boy. I need your help.” She stated.

“What is it?” he asked.

“I need you to take me to an area called the Yucatan Peninsula. Cousin Asuna is in trouble.” She said.

“Do you have a map or something?” he asked.

“Better! I have the memory that I plucked from Lord Hikaru's mind.” She said tapping her temple.

“As always my sweet Mother, you are brilliant.” Her oldest son said.

She laughed softly and she opened her mind to him. He made a noise and he took her hand. He ported them both and they both looked at the lush jungle. Ryuu was in awe of the amazing array of animals and sounds. He slipped his tongue out to taste the air and he narrowed his eyes.

“She has been here recently. That way.” He said pointing north.

“Thank you son. I will see you soon.” She said.

Ryuu bowed and looked a little uncomfortable leaving his mother but she was quite powerful in her own right. He ported away and she began pushing through the jungle to find her cousin. She knew she was being followed and she kept her cool. Something jumped down and she pulled her naginata and pointed it at the throat of a monkey type youkai.

“Qué es usted?” he demanded.

“Estoy aquí buscando a mi primo.” She replied.

She hoped her Spanish was not too rough but it had been centuries since she had learned it. The male simian looked at and stepped back. He was black haired and his eyes were black as well.

“You speak the language.” He said in Spanish.

“I am sorry to bother you. I am looked for a mujer who has the same color hair as I do.” Akemi said bowing her head.

“Where are you from?” the male asked.

“I am from the islands of Japan. My cousin is in trouble. I am looking for her and male named Grimmjow.” She said watching him.

“Grimmjow? That is the name of the Rey.” He said.

“What is your name sir?” she asked him softly.

“I am Mazatl. Who are you?” he asked.

“I am Akemi.” She said bowing.

“I will take you to the city of the Jaguar. The family Grimmjow rules.” He said starting to walk.

She followed him and felt fortunate. They walked for quite a ways and she stared in awe at the massive stone city. They were large neko youkai all over the place and she was floored.

“There is where you will find the Grimmjow.” Mazatl said pointing.

“Thank you.” Akemi said.

He stepped back and disappeared into the jungle. Akemi walked forward and the neko were staring at her. A large male came forward and had a grin on his face.

“Can I help you mujer?” he asked.

“Yes maybe. Do you know Grimmjow Jagaharu?” she asked.

“I do. He is a good friend. You are related to his esposa.” The jaguar stated.

“I am.” She nodded with a small smile.

“Your relation is in the palace.” He said taking her hand.

The jaguar looked at the tiny female and he was very entranced. He grinned at her and she cocked her head at him.

“I am Timas Grimmjow.” He stated.

“You are related to Jagaharu?” she asked interested.

“I am his cousin.” He laughed.

“I am Asuna's cousin as well.” She smiled.

“I had not realized that perro mujer were so delectable.” Timas stated.

“Well thank you. My cousin is there.” She said looking up.

Akemi stared as she saw Asuna come forward. Her cousin's face held disbelief and relief at the same time. The inu princess flew to Akemi and they hugged each other as if they were hanging on for dear life.

“Akemi! Kamis Akemi!” Asuna cried as she crushed her cousin to her.

“You needed me. Now explain why my Asuna is in Europe and you are here?” she whispered.

“You know the answer already.” Asuna replied.

“What are you doing here?” she said rapidly in inu.

“Many issues Akemi. It is so good to see you.” Asuna said hugging her tightly.

“Explain that statement later. You look like hell.” Akemi stated.

“Thank you Akemi.” She laughed.

“Come cousin.” Asuna said kissing her forehead.

The tiny hanyou female followed her cousin and she was being stared at by many of the males.

-Goodness you would think they had never seen a silver before. - Akemi teased in thought.

-Hai. You are right. - Asuna pathed in return.

Asuna stepped in a lavish room and Akemi saw the one known as Jagaharu. She recognized him a little and she bowed.

“Hello.” She said softly.

“Hn.” He grunted.

“We are arguing at the moment. He thinks that I should listen to him as he plots his half brother's murder and I am telling him that he is a fool.” Asuna said in a cold voice.

“You cannot kill Hiroshi Jagaharu-sama. I think something else is afoot. Hiroshi is an arrogant ass but he is no rapist.” Akemi said.

“How'd you fucking know?” Grimmjow snarled.

“Jagaharu-sama, I am not what I appear to be. I have an instinct I trust and this smacks of Jing.” Akemi said looking at Asuna.

Asuna's eyes widened and her jaw dropped.

“Bai Jing is dead.” Asuna stated flatly.

“Hai but whatever she was; she was pretty powerful and she could shape shift.” Akemi pointed out.

“She was called a Shouten wraith Akemi. The Jing clan is dangerous but not nearly so much as the tr'Awnhi.” Asuna whispered.

“How far back have you come?” Akemi asked shocked.

“I come from your mother's era cousin.” Asuna stated.

Akemi looked utterly shocked and she sat down.

“The well does not work unless invoked now!” Akemi cried.

“Akemi…oh cousin so much has happened.” She said sitting.

Akemi was getting flashes from Asuna's mind and her eyes widened.

“Shinigami? Arrancar and wraiths? What the hell is going on?” she asked.

Grimmjow watched carefully and he too was curious. He looked at his inu lover and it was obvious that they had begun to path to each other and he lost his temper. He put his fist through a small carving and it shattered. Asuna looked at him and she too lost her temper.

“It did not happen to you!” she sneered.

“Fine bitch! Keep taking that damn position. Don't let me fucking love you!” Grimmjow hissed.

“This is the same as it is in the other era! It is your way or no way! You cannot allow yourself to see another point of view and you rush head long into ridiculous situations! You are a prince and you should act like the royalty you are but you accept whatever is handed to you!” Asuna lamented.

“If it's such a damn problem then kiss my ass inu.” He said storming from the rooms.

Asuna's chest was heaving in emotion and she sat down. She lowered her head but did not cry. Akemi came over and lifted her chin.

“What happened?” she asked.

“I was coming back from a hunt and Hiroshi put a yoki draining manacle on me. He strangled me into unconsciousness and brutalized me.” She stated.

“Think about it Suna. Hiroshi is arrogant but he would want to brag that he took you and made you his so to speak. He would not rape you to get what he wanted.” Akemi stated.

“You are quite correct. I injured the leader of the Shouten. He has a thing for my mother and I injured him in a battle. Lei Jing is still alive in this era and he bears me much ill will.” She stated sighing.

“I do not know whom you speak of but you can show me.” Akemi said softly as she cupped Asuna's cheek.

“I will show you in a little while. I really should return to Japan.” The inu princess said sighing.

“You know Ryukotsusei would sit back and watch very carefully and then when one least expected it, he would strike.” She said softly.

“You speak as if he stayed in his true form often.” Asuna said.

“He did.” She smiled.

“Your mate was honorable. I still hate him but I respect his love for you.” She said softly.

“Thank you sweet cousin but in this case I think in order to beat these wraiths we must lie in wait and draw them out. We then must strike like the serpent.” She stated.

“I like the analogy. I need to show you things now.” She sighed.

“Okay.” Akemi nodded.

Asuna lifted Akemi's wrist and bit in to create a deeper link. She did not show her too much about her own life but that of the Shouten Wars and the modern era. Asuna felt no fear showing her because her own was from the same time too. Akemi had tears slip down her face as she witnessed a history that had not happened yet. She saw what the shinigami were and what the Arrancar were too. Asuna showed her Grimmjow as she knew him and she gasped. The inu princess sat back and Akemi stared at her.

“You died?” she asked shocked.

“Oh it was only for a century. Kaito ended up banished. I have yet to figure out how to help him but then I am facing the Shouten and the rogue shinigami in Hueco Mundo.” She sighed.

“I know the myths but real shinigami?” Akemi said dropping her jaw.

“Akemi there are several different planes of existence. What we think of as the Netherworld is actually a place where souls move to. It is a natural progression or it is supposed to be. The planes were not supposed to cross but that has been obliterated by Aizen. Now shinigami and youkai are mating and it is a mess.” Asuna sighed.

“A ningen? Kamis Asuna he is freaking beautiful but he is ningen!” Akemi stated referring to Ichigo.

“He also a shinigami. He is no longer mortal as I mated him. He is ningen but a mate of a full youkai. I have given him Masaki and Hinata.” She explained.

“And this Grimmjow is an Arrancar?” she stated softly.

“Hai. He does not remember his life as a youkai much. He is angry and listless as an Arrancar. When a soul becomes a hollow they loose much of their feelings. I believe when they become Arrancar that they gain their sense of identity and their feelings again some. He is wild and beautiful Akemi and he hates very much.” She said looking away.

“How many mates do you have?” she asked.

“I have given up the titles of mates per say and I have my companions.” Asuna said smirking.

“Kamis you lucky bitch!” Akemi laughed.

“Well you have the epic love for your dragon. You are still not over him. How goes your relationship with Daichi?” she asked.

“It is hard for me to want to be with him when I know he is so young. I feel guilt cousin. He is a good soul.” She said looking away.

“I think perhaps that maybe you should not mate him at all.” Asuna suggested.

“Future knowledge?” she asked stunned.

“I think I cannot say too much but I think you should evaluate carefully your feelings and what you can live with and not live with.” She said gently.

“Can I can with you to your era?” she asked.

“I do not know. I could ask Juria.” Asuna considered.

“Juria?” Akemi inquired.

“Oh dear. I forget how far back I am. Hai she is a shinigami Tengu.” She stated.

“Oh.” She mumbled.

“Come cousin.” Asuna stated as she walked to the hallway.

Akemi's mind was reeling and her cousin's words affected her. Her mind kept going back to Ryukotsusei and she pushed down the anguish she felt. She touched her naginata which bore his fang and she felt comfort.

“Maybe we should return to Japan. Come stay in the dragon lands.” She said laying her head on Asuna's shoulder.

“I think I would like that. Your oldest son tickles me.” Asuna smiled.

“Ryuu is a prankster. He loved his chichi though.” Akemi said smiling softly.

“Alright.” She nodded.

Akemi watched her cousin drift for a moment and she waited patiently.

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Asuna walked down a steep flight of steps and she saw Grimmjow. He stared back at her in anger and incredible fury. She came to stand within five feet of him and she bowed.

“I am going back to Japan.” She murmured.

“You ain't healed.” He growled.

“Your brother did not do this.” She said flatly.

“Then who the fuck did? You go around getting the shit beat out of you? You're one of the best warriors I've fought and seen and you allowed yourself to be wronged?” he hissed.

“Since I am so good with a blade and my yoki, do you really think the likes of Hiroshi could best me? You are more powerful then he any day and you have a hell of a time winning against me.” She said bluntly.

He stared at her and it dawned on him what she was saying. He moved in front of her and grabbed her shoulders roughly.

“Those things you were tracking, what are they?” he asked with narrowed eyes.

“They are called Shouten wraiths. They are a type of youkai that exist between the planes and they are powerful.” She said flatly.

“Between the planes? You mean their fucking spirit beings?” he asked shocked.

“That is their true form hai.” She nodded.

“You're telling me one took control of my brother and raped you?” he said with widened eyes.

“I am saying just that. Hiroshi does not like me but he would not be stupid enough to earn the West's ire.” She said sighing.

“I wanna take these fuckers down!” Grimmjow growled.

“No.” she said looking away.

“They used my own blood to hurt you! They could've killed my son!” he said with narrowed blue eyes.

“And they have done far worse to me in my past. Now Haru you must trust me.” She said calmly.

“Trust you? You won't even fucking trust me!” he said narrowing the distance.

“I have to return to Japan.” She stated flatly.

“I don't get you! What do you think you're protecting me from? I'm not a pansy ass!” he snarled.

“No you are not weak but I have to try! I have to try and stop what I know will happen!” she cried.

“Why? What happens?” he said shaking her.

“You! What you become and I can try to figure it out!” she cried.

“What? I'm not fucking good enough for you?” He asked in anger.

“You are more than good enough! Grimmjow!” she said beginning to sob.

“What?” he asked in anger.

“You suffer! I cannot see you suffer.” She said burying her nose in his shoulder.

“You ain't making any sense.” He growled as he wrapped his arms around her.

Akemi saw the scene from higher up and she was shocked to see the depth of her cousin's feelings for the mixed Yamaneko. Grimmjow looked up at her and she met his blue eyes with her own. Huge things were afoot and she got the oppressing feeling that things were all wrong. Things were not supposed to be like this and she suppressed the shudder. She intended to convince this Juria that she was needed.

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Asuna and Akemi were in the castle of the dragons and Ryuu was pacing back and forth. Juria sat on a cushion and watched the young dragon as he looked pensive.

“You are saying that you wish to go forward?” he asked his mother.

“Hai Ryuu. Your obbasan is from this particular era and I know it through the books she had.” Akemi stated.

“What exactly do you hope to find Lady Akemi?” Juria asked.

“Figure out this damn situation! I can help!” she cried.

“Please Juria allow her to come.” Asuna murmured.

“I understand my darling. Okay you all there is the portal.” Juria commented.

“Yamamoto wants to see you when you return.” Juria stated softly.

“What does Teru want?” she asked.

“He is concerned about recent events.” Juria stated rolling her eyes.

Asuna growled and she grabbed Akemi and pulled her through the portal. They ended up in the West and the inu princess ported them to her penthouse in Tokyo. Akemi was shocked but kept in her surprise. Asuna moved to the closets and beckoned Akemi forward.

“Cousin this is incredible.” She mumbled.

“Hai. I have many pups Akemi. You will shocked.” She laughed.

“Amazing.” She stated.

Asuna pulled out a pair of dark jeans and a blue kimono styled shirt for Akemi. She proceeded to drop the hanfu she wore and pulled on a pair of black jeans and a dark red button down. Akemi smiled and she did the same. Asuna pulled Akemi's hair down from her formal style and began to run a brush through it.

“It is too long for the modern era. We shall see my stylist but first let us check on Mizuki.” Asuna stated.

“Your baby?” she asked.

“No my sweet cousin, Mizuki is one of my oldest pups.” Asuna laughed.

Akemi followed Asuna and they walked across the hall. She knocked on the door and Byakuya answered. Asuna nodded and the sixth squad captain did the same.

“Captain Kuchiki, I am glad you retrieved your wife and my daughter but next time I expect my word to be obeyed.” Asuna stated softly.

“Too much time had expired.” He retorted.

“You are on my turf shinigami and do not forget that.” She said and she walked forward.

Mizuki came from her rooms and she saw her mother. Her face fell when she saw Asuna's appearance.

“Mother what happened?” she cried.

“Nothing Mizuki. I am happy you are home. Do you remember Cousin Akemi?” Asuna asked.

“Hai. It has been a long time cousin.” Mizuki bowed.

“Hello my dear. Goodness you look like your chichi!” Akemi said smiling.

“You should see Rishou.” She laughed.

“Rishou?” Akemi asked.

“Hai. He is one of my younger sons and he looks almost the same as Naraku.” Asuna said smiling.

“Well let us see your stylist and I should like to meet my family.” She said smirking.

-Haha, where did you find her? I thought the family lost all trace of her and Ryukotsusei! - Mizuki pathed.

-She found me in the past. I will explain later. Please call Nobu for me and tell him to meet me at the hospital. - she pathed.

“Yes mam.” Mizuki said bowing.

Asuna nodded and she guided Akemi to the door. They walked out into the hall and they ran into Rishou. He took one look at his mother and his face showed his concern.

“Haha? What the hell happened?” Rishou gasped.

“Son please not right now.” She sighed.

“Hai right now! Who did this to you?” he asked raising a black brow.

“I do not want to talk about okay?” she asked softly.

“Haha?” Rishou asked concerned.

“Not right now!” Asuna growled.

Asuna walked away with her cousin in tow. Rishou flipped open his cell phone and called his father.

“Chichi? Hai it is Rish. I just ran in haha and she is torn up bad. Yeah it is pretty bad sir. I know she can handle herself but this is different sir. She is not herself.” Rishou stated getting testy.

Naraku was trying to convince him that his mother was fine and he was not convinced. He finally got mad and hung up the phone. He knew who to get a hold of and he ported to Karakura Town. The shinigami would get something stirred up. He was at the high school and he poked his head around.

“My my aren't you just gorgeous!” he heard behind him.

He turned to see the shinigami onna from Soul Society and his eyes almost bugged out. She was wearing a school uniform that barely covered her ample chest.

“Do you know where Kurosaki Ichigo is?” he asked as he licked his dry lips.

“He's over there pretty man. Good to see you again.” She laughed as she walked away swaying her hips the whole time.

Rishou shook his head and focused on finding Ichigo. He had a male as a mate but he was still very strongly attracted to onna. Ulquiorra was the only male he had ever found gorgeous and alluring in such a manner and he knew the Arrancar would keep it that way. He also bristled at the jealous nature of the older man but he also hated how often he was gone. He sighed as he found Ichigo lying on a bench with his eyes closed.

“Ichigo.” Rishou said in a low voice.

“Hey you! What's up?” Ichigo asked opening his eyes.

“My mother was attacked and she is not listening to her pups. My own father sees no issue but I was hoping that you being one of her mates would find out what is wrong.” Rishou stated.

“Hai!” Ichigo said jumping up.

“The wounds are rather brutal and they seem more personal in nature.” Rishou explained

“You mind porting me?” Ichigo asked.

“I do not mind. I am angry at my sire but then I stay angry at him.” Rishou growled.

Rishou ported them to the general area where the salon was and Ichigo looked around.

“It still shocks the shit outta me how much money your family has.” Ichigo muttered.

“Kurosaki Ichigo you are apart of this family now. We are odd and we are what are left over from bygone days but you are an important part of my mother's life.” Rishou stated.

“Thanks.” Ichigo blushed.

“My mother had her cousin Akemi with her. It is odd because Akemi has been missing since I was a small boy.” Rishou explained.

“She was in the past?” Ichigo asked shocked.

“Hai. Cousin Akemi is the daughter of my Great Uncle Inuyasha.” Rishou said as they walked.

“That is the famed hanyou?” the shinigami asked.

“Hai.” Rishou nodded.

“She likes to get her toes painted.” Ichigo chuckled.

“Mother is a good soul but she has never been poor.” Rishou laughed.

Ichigo bowed and he went into the salon. He saw a drop dead gorgeous onna in a chair getting her hair chopped and he saw Asuna sitting near. She looked rough and she looked up when she felt his aura.

“Rishou?” she asked sighing.

“Hai and now I'm glad he did! What the fuck sensei?” he asked.

“I do not need to explain okay?” she said growling.

“Suna, your son was concerned enough but Kamis damn it! It's bad!” he said sitting by her.

“Kurosaki Ichigo. Please allow my cousin some time.” Akemi said softly.

“Look Lady Akemi…I'm mated to her okay?” Ichigo said bristling.

“Ichigo not right now!” Asuna hissed.

Asuna stood up and ported away. Ichigo was shocked and Akemi sighed. The young ningen came around to stare Akemi in the face.

“Tell me what the fuck happened to my mate!” he demanded.

“Not here and not in such a public place.” Akemi said narrowing her eyes.

“Fine then get your ass outta the chair!” Ichigo snapped.

Akemi looked at the stylist and she proceeded to stand up. She grabbed the shinigami and dragged him out of the salon and into the street.

“She is barely holding it together right now ningen ass! Don't look at me like that little boy.” She growled.

“Who the fuck are you to talk? Your part ningen.” He snapped.

“Not anymore I am not. I have not been ningen in a long time. Now you listen here and listen really well! She is a wreck and she needs a little time to assimilate okay? She lost a pup in the attack.” Akemi snapped in return.

“The Arrancar?” he asked.

“No, I do not think so. She was pregnant with a kumo.” She said sighing.

“Oh Kamis poor Nobu.” Ichigo said frowning.

“She needs to tell him and she does not know how. Now I need to figure out this era. I need to go the Higurashi Shrine.” She said crossing her arms.

“Oh that old place?” he asked.

“Hai idiot that old place.” Akemi said rolling her eyes.

He sneered at the hanyou onna and he hailed a taxi. He dragged her in and they sat down.

“I have not seen my parents I take in awhile. I am not stupid and something has happened to me and Asuna is not telling me.” Akemi said in a low tone.

“I've ain't got a clue.” He murmured.

“You are a shinigami?” she asked.

“Yeah.” He nodded.

She sat back and she took in the huge city and marveled at how things had changed.

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Asuna was sitting on the beach and she watched the water crash on the shore. She closed her eyes and she knew in her heart that a wraith had been the one to hurt her. She hated the Shouten so much but deeply cared for Hanaj. She hated what she was going to have to do but she intended to wipe out most of the tr'Awnhi. She felt a presence and she looked over her shoulder at Yamamoto. She sighed and did not bother to get up.

“I have been told you have been in the past again.” He stated.

“Hai.” She murmured.

“Care to share.” He stated.

“No.” she said in a monotone.

“Asuna please.” Teru said sitting next to her.

“I am surprised you had enough time to leave Soul Society to come here.” She said still staring ahead.

“I asked Juria to ask you to come to me.” He said softy.

“I am not of a mind to deal with many people right now Teru.” She mumbled.

He touched her shoulder and she grimaced. He looked concerned and he pulled the sleeve up to reveal a hand shaped bruise. He looked at her and she would not look at him.

“What happened?” he asked shocked.

“Leave me alone!” she growled.

He was in shock but he stood up and bowed. He intended to come to the bottom of the matters with the Arrancar and the youkai. He ported back into Soul Society and he was in his old man face. He shook his head and sighed. She was falling further and further away from him and he was going to demand that she tell him what the hell was going on.

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He just really wanted to be on his futon asleep but Aizen had ordered him to go into the living world and he looked around the city. He was bored to tears and he saw Ulquiorra hovering in the air nearby.

“You look as bored as I do but then you never looked interested in anything.” He commented to the Fourth Espada.

“What is there to be interested in besides the rubbish wandering the ground?” Ulquiorra asked in a cold voice.

“Well true but then there are rumors amongst the Fraccion of you and Grimmjow and the living world.” Stark stated.

“What I do is not the Fraccion's business nor is it yours.” The other Arrancar stated.

“So you do have a lover.” Stark stated smirking.

He looked over and Ulquiorra was suddenly next to him. His face never wavered but he could see in the icy green depths of those soulless eyes and the Fourth Espada actually made him nervous.

“Do not mention it again Number One.” Ulquiorra stated flatly.

“You know some day he will catch on what we really are.” Stark stated.

“I have no intentions of Aizen-sama knowing anymore about me.” The other Arrancar stated.

“Well war is coming.” The First Espada stated.

“I know.” Ulquiorra stated.

Stark looked down and saw a pretty silver haired being. Ulquiorra stared for a moment and Stark looked at him.

“I was pretty sure I saw some trash that needed taking out over in another part of the city.” He said flatly.

“Point taken Number One; perhaps there is hope for you yet.” Ulquiorra stated in a flat tone.

He watched the Fourth Espada leave and he decided that he needed to flirt a bit. Lilynette was not around and that made him quite happy. His other half got on his nerves badly but he looked down at the pretty creature and he moved to the ground. There was a long group of steps that led up to an arch and the tiny female seemed preoccupied.

“My my you are all alone?” he asked.

“What is your definition of alone?” she asked turned her head.

She stared at a beautiful man and blinked her blue eyes at his gray ones.

“I do not see anyone with you/” Stark stated with a lazy grin.

“What are you?” she asked surprised.

“What are you?” he asked leaning against a phone poll.

“I am a hanyou. What are you?” she asked.

“I am an Arrancar. I am Stark.” He stated smirking.

“I am Higurashi Akemi.” She said perusing the pretty man.

“Hmm well you are rather delicious little onna.” Stark stated.

“Well you are a pretty boy. So?” Akemi smiled.

“I was bored.” He said smiling.

“Well Mister Arrancar dude…I need to visit my family. If I am correct then you are technically an enemy.” She said smiling.

“Why would that be?” he asked.

“I am a member of the Western House Arrancar. Lady Asuna is my cousin.” She said as she started up the steps.

“Do you fight little onna?” he asked curiously.

“I do. I was taught by the best; my uncle and my mate.” She said giggling.

“Your mate?” he asked annoyed.

“Hai but he has passed on now. You may have heard of the great Ryukotsusei.” She stated from near the top.

“A dragon lord?” he asked shocked.

“You read myths I see.” She laughed.

“Dragon youkai are not myths but they have not been seen in centuries.” He replied smoothly.

“What of the Yamaneko?” she demanded.

“I do not know that. I shall seek you out in a fight little onna. Good to meet you.” Stark grinned.

He used his sonido and he was gone. She was a little stunned but she finished running up the steps. She could scent out family and she appeared at the shrine she had not seen but only in her mother's memories. She saw a ningen woman who had short brown hair and large brown eyes.

“Konnichiwa!” she called out.

The onna turned and she could see the family resemblance. Akemi walked forward and she stared at the onna she had always imagined.

“Obbasan.” She whispered.

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She stood in the halls of the Western Palace and she could not stop shaking. She had thought she could handle what had happened but the brutality of the attack was affecting her. She went to the arena where she had beheaded her own grandmother. She sat down in the grass and put her head on her knees. She felt Grimmjow and she refused to look up.

“Where the fuck you been?” he demanded.

“Dealing with issues Grimmjow.” She said softly.

He leaned down and touched her shoulder and she whined in pain. He looked at her surprised and she turned her head. Her right eye was still black and blue and he could see the strangulation ligatures around her neck. He sat down next to her and stared at the awful bruising.

“What did this?” he asked actually horrified.

“I had a battle.” She murmured.

“Those ain't wounds. You got bruises and cuts in weird places.” He said gently turning her head.

“Please Grimmjow. I am fine.” She said looking past him.

“Where were you?” he demanded.

“I was in a past era. The Shouten are making moves there as well as now.” She mumbled.

He flexed his hands and he looked beyond incensed. She said nothing and looked away.

“Those fucking soul sucking bastards did this?” he asked.

“Why does it matter? You have wounded me far worse in battle.” She sighed.

“Maybe I did but then your mine to fuck up aren't you?” he said snarling.

“No, I am no one's to desecrate and if you think I am then we have no business having a relationship.” She said softly.

“It was a bad damn joke okay? Don't you need to see that kumo bastard and have him look at ya?” Grimmjow demanded.

“I do but I cannot face him at the moment. So I sit here and deal with my guilt and self castigation.” She muttered.

“What the hell did this to you?” he demanded again.

“I will not say just because you demand it so Grimmjow. Please know that he is alright.” She said wiping away a lone tear.

“Go see the damn bug. You look like hell and I can't stand to see you this way.” He said in a miffed tone.

“So loving Arrancar.” She said standing and porting away.

His mind was reeling and he cracked his knuckles. He intended to fuck up some Shouten for fun and see what he could glean as their blood ran in rivers on the white sands of Hueco Mundo.

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Rishou was in his office and he had already called Nobu. His mother was gonna have a fit but he did not care. He was reading reports from their now sister company across the Pacific when he heard a very light knock on his door.

“Come in.” he mumbled.

A moment later he looked up and stared at the gigai of the pretty shinigami onna known as Matsumoto Rangiku. He smiled and bowed his head.

“Can I help you Lieutenant?” he asked.

“Hai actually I was wondering about you.” She said bluntly.

“Wondering what?” he asked amused.

“Can we catch a drink at that youkai bar? I am a girl who likes her sake.” She said smiling.

“Now is a good time.” He said rising.

Rangiku stared at his obviously toned and to die for body underneath his white oxford and khaki dress pants. He looked yummy and she was the kind of onna to go after what she desired. He barely touched her shoulder and he produced a miasma and pulled her in. They appeared inside the Den Aqua Lounge and Rishou looked around. His usual booth to the back was open and he drifted to it and sat down. Rangiku sat across from him and she smirked at him.

“Well well little brother how are you?” Hibari stated as she came up to his table.

“Great big sis!” Rishou said standing and hugging his full blooded sister.

“What can I get for you?” she asked softly.

“You know sake sounds good and do you have the good stuff?” he asked smiling.

“Of course I have the good stuff. You know better then to ask.” She said grinning and she walked back to the bar to pour the drinks herself.

Rangiku smiled at the shape shifter male and he sat down.

“What can I do for you Matsumoto-san?” he asked.

“Oh no please call me Rangiku. I was wondering if everything is alright. The boys have been so busy that this girl has been left all to herself.” She lamented with a pouty lip.

Hibari came back with a bottle of sake and two small shot glasses. She set the down and kissed her brother's forehead. She bowed and walked away. Rishou frowned a moment but then turned back to the beautiful onna who was sitting across from him.

“So this poor onna has been left all to herself and she has nothing to do?” he asked amused.

“Nope.” She laughed.

They joked back and forth and continued to drink liberally. Hibari was watching carefully and she felt Yumichikia slip in from the back door. She went to meet him and he was in shinigami form at the moment. His gorgeous face was set in a soft smile as she approached.

“Hello my beautiful youkai lover.” He murmured as he reached up to hold her face.

“Hello Yumichikia. One of your fellow shinigami is in the main bar.” She stated as she met his violet colored eyes.

“Well let us have a looksey shall we?” he grinned.

They spied into the main area; Rishou and Rangiku were laughing hard as they drank more sake.

“She will have him nailed by the end of the night.” He said laughing merrily.

“He is mated!” she snapped.

“So? Ran can out drink me and that is something. Come for once I do not want to fight.” He said as he perused her blouse that hinted at the swell of her breasts.

“You always want to fight.” She snapped again.

“Really?” he asked grinning.

He threaded his long elegant fingers through her wavy silver hair and pulled her forward. Their lips met and they began kissing very passionately. He pushed her against a wall and he pressed his body against hers. She knew where they would end up and like every time he showed up, she ended up not caring. They would end up rutting several times until she was so tired and she could not move.

Rishou watched the gorgeous shinigami talk and she had a beauty mark near her lips and he wanted to attack her mouth at the moment. He felt like he should be somewhere but his sake induced haze overcame his good sense. Her beautiful chest was quite on display and he knew he was staring.

“I was wondering Rishou, you keep staring…would you like to talk in private?” she asked in a husky voice.

“Hai.” He mumbled.

He stood up and held out his hand and she accepted it. He pulled her up and she whispered in his ear. He walked outside and they went to the alleyway. Rishou suddenly began kissing her deeply and rather wantonly. She was working on unbuttoning his shirt and he began trailing kisses down her throat.

“Kamis this is divine.” She mumbled.

Their exchange was becoming more intense and more heated when suddenly Rishou was hauled off of Rangiku by strong, cold hands. He was shoved against another wall and Ulquiorra looked as calm as could be but his eyes told a different story.

“Filthy shinigami whore!” Ulquiorra stated disdainfully.

“Arrancar?” she asked dully.

“How dare you touch what is ours!” he said narrowing his eyes.

“Pardon?” she asked in a voice that sounded cold even by the Arrancar's standards.

“Rishou! You disappoint.” Ulquiorra said in disdain.

“Yeah well if you ever actually showed up…” Rishou hissed.

The Fourth Espada turned and pinned his lover to the brick wall and he was furious.

“So you fornicate with this whore, a shinigami whore? How dare you betray Erena and me!” he said in anger.

“Screw you Ulquiorra! I am sick of waiting on you to show up and be a part of my life.” Rishou retorted.

“I suggest you leave at this moment trash!” Ulquiorra said in his toneless voice.

Rangiku stared but they were gone suddenly. She was terribly drunk and she had no business fighting such an obviously powerful Arrancar. She straightened her clothes and left the immediate area.

Ulquiorra stared at Rishou in fury and anger as the male shape shifter pulled away from him angrily. He wanted to punish him and he balled up his fist and struck Rishou's jaw. The younger male fell back on his back side and Ulquiorra narrowed his green eyes.

“You jealous prick! You think I would have screwed her?” he asked.

“It looked exactly like that Rishou! You are mine!” he hissed suddenly.

They stared at the other and Ulquiorra grew impatient. He lowered himself and said nothing more. He actually crawled over to Rishou and the other man was glaring at him. Rishou was sick of feeling second class and at the moment he was just plain pissed off at Ulquiorra. He knew this would end up as an intense session and he jerked the Arrancar forward hard.

“You want me to say I am sorry?” he demanded.

“I want you to not entertain others.” Ulquiorra stated.

“Make me!” Rishou stated in a low growl.

This was not how he had imagined this going and anger ripped through his gut. He crushed his mouth against Rishou's lips and the younger male moaned. He realized he had wanted this and he softened his approach. Guilt did assault him a little as he realized he had been gone a lot. They were awash in very old and very passionate emotions.

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Grimmjow pulled back his hand and it was covered in blood. The Shouten fell to his knees and the Sixth Espada was grinning like the madman he appeared to be. He kneeled next to the wraith and the spirit being looked at him in disdain.

“You tell your ruler that this is a warning. Next time I'm gonna fuck up his pretty face, understand?” he grinned.

“You foul hollow!” the male wraith said gasping.

Grimmjow grabbed his throat and squeezed. He felt things breaking in the neck and he let go. He stared at the black haired prick and laughed again and reared back his leg and foot; he kicked the Shouten with some force and the wraith ended up rolling some distance. He walked at a leisurely pace and blood dripped off of his hand as he walked towards his victim. He viciously kicked the downed wraith several more times and he lifted the bloodied being up.

“You ain't gonna be able to tell your fucking brother shit now!” He laughed manically.

“I am nothing but a younger prince!” the male said gasping.

“So? You're kind fucked up my lover. Now you're gonna be a warning.” He said narrowing his eyes.

Grimmjow grasped the wraith's head and released his red cerro and the Shouten fell dead at his feet with half his head blown away. There was so much blood on his hands that the viscous liquid made a squishing sound as he cracked his knuckles. He was close enough to the lavish palace for the others to find his body. He wrote in the sand his name and smiled the whole time. The bastards were gonna pay for hurting the only onna he had ever loved. His memories were still pretty well locked away and he was happier that way but he knew she had found him. He was jealous of himself just a little but shrugged it off. He used his sonido and disappeared. The white sand soaked up the blood of the fallen wraith prince known as Lhaes.

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Nobu held her to his chest and said nothing as she sobbed terribly. He felt horrendous guilt and anger but her explanation made sense. He sighed and gently made her lie on the gurney. He intended to talk to the Grimmjow fellow and get a few things straight. He ended up sedating her by pressing his claw at the base of her skull. She wanted to sleep and he needed to think. He put his ear to her belly and listened to her half Arrancar babe. The tiny male was exuding strength even though he had been bound. Nobu blinked his black eyes and sighed. He kissed her forehead and slipped from the room. He found Grimmjow standing in the hall and his hands were covered in blood. Nobu's eyes widened as he stared at the angry face of the Sixth Espada.

“You tell her I've started avenging her and your brat. You tell her I'll rip the spine of every wraith I come across and crush their skulls with my bare hands.” He said sneering.

“What did you do?” Nobu asked in shock.

“Ripped open and made one of the fuckers bleed. I'll find out which one hurt her and I'll gut him real slow like and let you eat him for dinner.” He said laughing.

“This one time I would make an exception and I might just have to do that.” Nobu said meeting the blue eyes of Grimmjow.

“The rest of them can hate my guts and I really don't give a shit but you suffered. I'll make it right for ya since she's gonna have my son.” Grimmjow stated as he turned to leave.

“She said you have a skewed sense of honor. Thank you Arrancar. I will not forget this.” Nobu said bowing.

“Just don't let her die on me.” He stated and then he was gone.

Nobu looked at the spot that the hollow had been and sat down outside of her room. He could not believe but he found himself respecting the being. He could see how she could be entranced with him and wondered what he had been like as a full youkai. He shook his head and made himself numb to ease his pain. He needed to heal her wounds as they had been brutal and nasty.

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Akemi had run into both her parents and both of them had fainted away. She was confused and really had no idea what must have happened to her. She was in their house on the grounds of the shrine and she was reading Japanese history. There was no mention of youkai except as myths and legends and she was in total shock. She knew there was youkai running around all over the place but they all looked ningen as far as she could tell. She was in shock as she read about the rebellion her cousin had died in and she was further shocked that Ang Chi had been the Emperor of China during the Qing Dynasty. There was much she did not know and she wanted to know what happened to Ryukotsusei. There was nothing of any of her children and her parents informed her that there had been more pups. She was completely overwhelmed and she felt the need to digest her surroundings. She managed to find her way to the Yamasaki and Matsuda building in downtown Tokyo and she entered. She immediately felt the auras of hundreds of youkai and she was thrown for a loop.

“Miss can I help you?” she heard from a desk.

“Um hai maybe. I am looking for my family members. I am Lady Asuna's cousin.” She said blinking at the young inu male.

“Truly? Well it is an honor to meet you. My lord Sesshomaru is lord of all of the united inu now.” The young man stated.

“As in ALL inu?” she asked shocked.

“Hai. When the mortals became more numerous then the inu youkai felt that they needed to quit their squabbling and they joined together under his rule. He was by the most powerful and the most respected inu alive.” He said rambling.

“Thank you. I need to see Uncle Sesshomaru.” She mumbled.

She was led to the elevators and she looked confused. The young male pushed the right floor and he rode up to the top floor with her and then bowed when she stepped out.

“Domo arigatou!” she called to the inu.

“No problem my lady, it has been an honor to help a member of the Western house. My name is Ushio.” The chocolate stated.

“Glad to meet you Ushio. I am Akemi.” She said softly.

He smiled at her and his warm brown eyes caught her blue ones. He bowed low and he stepped back onto the elevator and the doors closed. She sighed as she turned and saw dark oak colored doors. She went forward and knocked on the door to her right. Karu opened the door and he was staring at Higurashi Akemi whom he had not seen for almost two centuries.

“Lady Akemi?” he asked shocked.

“I am very lost and I have no idea what the hell is going on. You are a kumo?” she asked.

“Hai. I am Karu. Lady Akemi you should know me. I am Mizuki's mate and Lord Ishin's son.” He explained.

“Oh goodness well you see I came back with Asuna before any of that happened. So in my era we have not met.” She explained.

“What has Asuna been doing?” he demanded.

“Much Karu. May I come in?” she asked.

“Hai.” He said stepping away from the door.

She entered and saw a chair across from the desk. He sat at his chair behind the desk and he smiled at her. She felt calmer and she was a beautiful onna and he remembered how kind and sweet she had been. She cocked her head to the side and sighed.

-Thank you for your thoughts. Do you know what happened to me? - she pathed.

He looked up surprised and nodded no. She shook her head and grew despondent.

“So no one knows what happened to my family?” she asked horrified.

“Lady Akemi, Asuna looked and your uncle looked too. There was nothing but the burned out dragon castle and nothing else. The Yamaneko were wiped as well. There was nothing left of both the Southern Kingdom and the Dragon Clan.” He said perplexed.

“Thank you for your candidness. I guess I need to find out what the hell is going on as well. I have to find out what happened to Ryukotsusei.” She said as a single tear fell down her face.

“I see you found out you went back for him. Yeah that shocked us when you did that. That happened right before I turned fifty. I mated Mizuki while we were both young. She attained adult status earlier then most youkai and I was young.” He chuckled.

“Wow. Asuna went through the roof I imagine.” She replied.

“Oh hai. I was beat severely by her and my mother. I followed my hormones and my heart. I have never not loved Mizuki.” He said softly.

“That is good. Now I have to find my soul mate.” She said standing.

“The family will assist you however you need Lady Akemi. I am sure your Uncle Sesshomaru would be happy to see you.” He stated.

“Kumo have a type of teleportation do they not?” she asked.

“Hai. Would you like me to take you to the Western Palace?” he inquired.

“Hai I would.” She nodded.

He stood and moved around the desk. He held her shoulder and produced his shoki cloud and pulled them in. They stepped out into the halls of the Western Palace and Akemi was relieved to see that this place looked almost the same.

“Milady Akemi?” she heard from the obnoxious kappa.

She turned to see the now ancient Jaken and he looked shocked right out of his ugly little beak. She knelt by him and grabbed him. She hugged him and he squealed like a pig. She released him and he took off screaming “Milord” the whole way. She slowly followed and her regal uncle stepped out of his study. He stared at the tiny onna and he met her blue eyes.

“Uncle Sesshomaru?” she asked breathing roughly.

“Akemi.” He said in his rich baritone.

She closed the distance and flung herself into his arms. He wrapped his arms around her and she began crying hard.

“Uncle Sesshomaru! What has happened? What has happened?” she cried harder.

“My girl…what era do you come from? What has happened that has brought you to this Sesshomaru?” he asked as he lifted her chin.

“The era is right after Sheng died. Asuna was attacked Uncle Sesshomaru. She was raped and brutalized horribly. We think it was these beasts they call Shouten.” She said wiping her eyes.

She watched as his eyes strained to change. His face was set in icy lines and she looked afraid. He held onto her tightly and she could feel a murderous rage in him.

“You will return to your era when Asuna is well. This Sesshomaru will right my past self a note. You must present this Sesshomaru with it upon your return. Promise me this Akemi.” He said in a low growl.

“Of course Uncle Sesshomaru.” She said meeting his now red eyes.

“You will stay here for now. Where is Asuna?” he asked.

“She is at Yamasaki Hospital in Tokyo.” Akemi answered.

“Hn.” He replied.

He released her and he walked away. Jaken came forward and bid her to follow him. She watched as her uncle walked away. She could see the tenseness in his shoulders and she knew these wraiths must be to blame for all manner of calamity.

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Sesshomaru walked up to Nobu and he looked at the kumo healer with glacial eyes.

“This Sesshomaru will see the Lady Asuna now.” He stated in a way that brooked no argument.

“Hai my lord.” Nobu said bowing low.

“Hn.” He muttered.

Nobu opened Asuna's door and the sight that greeted the Western Lord was one that he wished to never see again. His beloved first born and heir was on the bed and she was pale. She had bruises that were healing over but were still awful shades of blue and green. She had one black eye and she had a purplish ring around her neck where she had been strangled. Both of her shoulders were bare and he could see her arms covered in black and blue hand prints where she had been gripped with tremendous force. He could see her throat was also littered with what appeared to be fang marks and claw wounds. He was growling and snarling he realized and he looked at the kumo.

“She carried my daughter and she lost her in the attack.” Nobu said under his breath.

“These beasts will pay.” He growled.

“The Arrancar known as Grimmjow has been busy already.” Nobu said looking away.

“This is disgusting!” Sesshomaru thundered.

“Hai my lord it is.” The healer agreed.

The great inu lord knelt near her bed and took her hand in his. He kissed her knuckles and he could not stop growling. He stood suddenly and he quit the room in a graceful and fluid way. Nobu followed and Sesshomaru was having a difficult time controlling his anger. He looked back at the kumo healer and he walked away. His hair trailed behind him and Nobu had the feeling that there was going to be a huge blood bath. He sighed and wished for once in his life that a species would go extinct.

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She woke up and rolled to her side. She pushed herself up and went to the bathroom to look in the mirror. She felt a presence and turned to see Hanaj. She felt his pain and anguish as he stood there and she drifted closer.

“What happened?” she asked.

“My baby brother was murdered!” he snarled.

“I am very sorry to hear that.” She said looking away.

“Near his body was the name of Grimmjow Jaegerjaquez.” He lamented.

“I do not control him Hanaj.” She murmured.

“Yet you mate him and you are to bear him a babe. Not all Arrancar can reproduce Asuna. Actually only the most evolved and powerful ones can. How this beast can is a mystery and I frankly will kill him for this!” he said with tears glistening his eyes.

“You will not harm him Hanaj!” she said in a low growl.

“What you would defend that animal?” he asked in horrendous fury.

“Hai I would defend him in a heart beat!” she said clenching her fists.

“You would take what we share and choose him? I do not accept that!” he said nearing her.

“You cannot accept it? Well you will have to!” she hissed.

“I cannot believe you. You would choose that monster over what I offer?” he said in anger.

“I forced this upon you because I knew you could not. I will save you from you Hanaj. I choose the monster as you call him but he has been more than what I have needed at this time! Good day Hanaj!” she said turning away.

He grabbed her arm and she grimaced. He looked at her bare shoulder and turned her slowly. He pulled her high collared shirt away from her neck and noticed the healing ligature marks.

“What did this?” he asked.

“A Shouten.” She said in a hoarse tone.

“No!” he growled.

“Hai! You think your people are good and kind? You are a fool! A Shouten did this to me in the past era. I suspect who it may have been because I injured Raganos badly.” She said growling.

“Oh my gods!” he said stepping back.

“What? What do you know? You are able to shield from me.” Asuna stated in agitation.

“Nothing!” he said backing away.

She watched him disappear and she cried into her sleeve. Her mind was going and she knew he knew many things. She ported herself to her beach house and she collapsed on the bed. She was in no shape to deal with much and she shut out the world for the moment. She laid there and did not move even when she felt a distant aura. She ignored it and tried to will herself to sleep. She woke up and she was pinned to the bed and she struggled violently with the invisible force. Slowly a presence fazed into her vision and she got more violent.

“Did you think I was gone? You arrogant slut!” the presence laughed.

“Apparently you were not finished off!” she snarled.

“No but I am just here to let you know that you still have unfinished business whore. You and I are going to Tango again and soon.” The being stated and he leaned down and brutally took her lips.

She snarled and bit into his tongue and he laughed as he licked along her lips. She brought her knee up and actually connected with his groin. He roared as he fell back and she shoved her hand into his gut and let her Dakkasou flow. He shrieked loudly and managed to back off.

“You should really cover yourself better Lei.” She growled.

“Well it is such a treat to taste you after all this time. You know you give me hard ons like no female ever could. You are just as strong as any male.” He laughed sadistically.

She dove for him and he phased out to quickly. She snarled in fury and knew that it was him that had done the deed. She rose and her body was protesting loudly and she saw that he had injected her with wraith poison. Asuna ported herself to Budapest and to Eyal. She decided it was high time that he participated in the hunt for the Shouten.