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A/N
: Words in Italics denotes personal
thoughts (hence scenes of the past are in this font, as they are being
remembered).

When I use the
word �man�, I�m using it in the context of gender and not (im) mortality.

To make the
scenes clearer:

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Followed by words in this font -------Past

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Followed by words mainly in this font -----Present.

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Previously:

It was
when he couldn�t stop thoughts of her randomly popping into his mind, balking
at the persistent question of how many she had taken into her private chambers,
along with his uncontrollably bitter irrationality at rumors suggesting she and
the rebellious Urahara Kisuke were possible lovers, that he knew� He had
acquired an irreparable weakness.

There
was only one way to allay poisonous jealousy, and ensure she wouldn�t be with
any others. Otherwise he�d probably slice them into infinite pieces before
turning on her. There was no guarantee that he wouldn�t kill her for possible
unfaithfulness.

0o-------------------o0

The
broken blade

If this were a manga scene like all his other favorites (such as Naruto, Berserk and
Gensomaden Saiyuki), the random thought crossed his mind that from the way
Kuchiki Byakuya was looking at him, it seemed tenderly mellow and most likely
to inspire shonen-ai misinterpretation. However, that was immediately forgotten
as there were other more relevant matters to point out, such as �I told you I
saw every move!�

What was
the weird look for? That bit of verbal gloating did not lessen the sheer
pleasure and gratitude that surged through Byakuya�s body. Rukia was still
alive, and so was Renji� for the time being. This brash nobody might actually
give him some entertainment, before he executed such presumptuous insolence.
Remembering who had championed this youth only sharpened his thirst to slay
him. And it had nothing to do with the little things, such as seeing Kurosaki Ichigo using
personal artifacts that had the Shihouin emblem every time they met. Although
he offers an alternative solution- The traitorous thought
was quashed. Talk would not settle this; thorough clearance would.

His
opponent amazed and challenged each time he veered on the edge of defeat, by
coming back stronger. To see continuous improvement in such a short time was
astonishing, that an unranked ryoka could push him to the extremes. However, no
matter what this Ichigo could do, Byakuya knew he had the edge where experience
was concerned. That one�s tutelage under Yoruichi hadn�t been as long or
varied, and it showed. The arrogant upstart would be humbled by his own mentor�s
teachings.

Circumstances. Landscape. Psychology. These three deciding factors can change the outcome of a battle. A weaker person can defeat a stronger foe by knowing how
to apply this well. Figure out the opposition. Conceal your true tactics until
Success is most certain, and strike when all preparations have led to the
chosen time. Use the surroundings to your advantage and if it isn�t, make it
so. Manipulate and mislead the mindset of your opponent to extremes; confidence
should explode into arrogance, doubt should flourish into fear.

The
Kaien-like ryoka had become stronger and much faster, but that was all his
bankai could do. He believed it made him superior and that Byakuya had no more
skills to truly threaten� Good.

They were
now within his ring of swords. Excellent.

The Kuchiki
clan leader had upped his own speed, and now the enemy was face to face with
him, the clashing of their blades the final step. Time to snare his prey.

A summoned
secondary sword impaled the other�s foot, pinning it to the ground. Two fingers
were extended, grazing the right pectoral as those brown eyes widened in fear.

�The fourth
Bakudou� White Lightning.�

His finishing ploy was executed with total success.

Looking
down at the bowed and dying figure, Byakuya decided to send him off with some
respect. The dead couldn�t divulge secrets anyway. The next time, he would
focus his swords on that one�s mentor. Radiant sunlight glinted off a raised
blade.

�It is
over, Kurosaki Ichigo.�

A third party
disagreed vehemently. He hadn�t deduced it was two entities he had to defeat,
not one. The second was far deadlier and cruder. What horrendous
unpredictability was this! Unbelievable speed coupled with heightened power
overturned the tides of victory dramatically. At the mercy of this� Hollow,
Kuchiki Byakuya witnessed a miracle.

Ichigo
wrested back control of his spirit from the irate monster. And sincerely
apologized for the unfortunate interruption. That led the older man to
understand what really lay behind this opponent�s character. Now he knew why
the other�s sword had no hilt-grip.

You do
not possess the trait� Your true intention all along is not to kill, but only
to defeat� Yoruichi, is this your doing? That he would combat my ruthlessness
with his compassion? Chastising me indeed�

No matter.
An end had to be drawn. They readied for the final strike. As passionate night
merged with unbending day during their moment of conclusion, he understood. No
true hilt-grip or crossguard initially on that queerly shaped weapon� the initial
characteristics defining a zanpaku-tou were a true reflection of its owner�s
personality. Absence of a crossguard meant Zangetsu was purely for attacking,
its excessive power and outstanding swiftness for immobilizing any opposition
with one strike. When mastered, there would be no need to defend. With a pure
conscience as the ultimate blade�

Byakuya
acknowledged his own defeat, even as blood spurted from his chest wound. This
boy had not seen the duel as a competition of power or recognition, but as a
struggle against a system that the Kuchiki clan leader had based his
convictions and morality on. In doing so, Rukia had been cruelly pushed aside
by his own rigidity� he owed her.

He would
not pursue the rebels any longer.

Then the truth
of Aizen�s betrayal was broadcasted. Three captains? Renji could not handle
them alone. Now Byakuya had reasons to go after the two escaping shinigami.
Family responsibility and self-deprecation--- Rukia needed proof, or maybe it
was his own guilt that needed assuaging. It was time to show her that brotherly
concern did exist. He could only hope it wasn�t too late.

I will
find and bring you back safely, Rukia! I won�t allow a repeat of earlier
circumstances, when I let another slip away�when I didn�t try hard enough to
convince her to stay, even though she�d lied to me�

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Sitting in front of his armoire, she was untangling mussed dark strands
while he watched. A mauve kosode was left open, silken softness managing to
cover sufficiently but not conceal the sensuous contours of her body. Pulling a
night robe of deepest teal on as he rose and moved to stand behind her, long
fingers removed the comb from her grasp as he took over.

It was
so reassuring. She wouldn�t mind if he was always here to do this- No. What was
she thinking? Was she losing sight of her own self-imposed boundaries? The idea
made her feel hot and cold at the same time, and she reached up for him.
Alabaster gentleness enveloped rich brown pensiveness. Shifting slightly and
kneeling down, luxurious cotton folds surrounded the smaller figure as their
cheeks met. The sight of them together in the mirror, that rare smile of his
which always brought a lump to her throat while something inside seemed to
melt�impishly nervous giggles induced a smooth sound of approving amusement
from him. Clasped to his chest, the comfort of his touch induced her to huddle
more closely against him. Inhaling the musky scent of their satiated beatitude
settled something within her.

�You
know, this type of tag is a lot better than the other kind we used to engage
in.�

Thick
lashes rested on cocoa smoothness as she laughed at the wry sentiment. Byakuya
had a sense of dry humor that was often hidden. Discovering more to appreciate
and admire each time they interacted, it seemed that she would need forever to
truly know all of him� time which she did not have. This was just a dalliance.

�Yoruichi�
switch houses.�

�Eh?�

Opening
her eyes, dreamy pupils gazed at misty ones in the mirror.

�Give up
Shihouin for Kuchiki... permanently.�

Her
throat felt like it had been sandpapered. The tone, his look�She wasn�t sure if
her lungs were still working. Unsure if her ears were deceiving her, she had to
ask. The words were hesitant.

�Are you
proposing that I stay��

�By my
side. Always.�

Now she
was truly at a loss for words. His request elated her� to the extent that it
was horrifying. The free-spirited woman didn�t need emotional complications.
She was frightened that she might not be able to fully return his affection or
worse, if it was more than such mere simplicity as she was beginning to
suspect�so she stalled a direct answer through misdirection.

�So show
me what you would do, if that wish of yours ever comes true.�

Scooping
her up in his arms, he returned them both back to the sleeping dais. Now that
she was aware of what really affected him, everything else took on a different
interpretation. Seared by his passion and shaken to the soul by the sheer
frankness he expressed; in the tender manner his hands glided over her body,
his mouth branding each spot with unforgettable possession and his actions as
he induced her entire being to respond to his welcome invasions� she realized
the difference at last. It wasn�t base lust to him; it was making love.

She
rejoiced at the knowledge, even as sorrow threatened to splinter her heart into
infinite pieces. Her own reaction terrified her. Shihouin Yoruichi was afraid
of something she couldn�t fight and didn�t know how to handle, so she maximized
procrastination� until Fate made the choice for her.

0o--------------------o0

Note: A
crossguard can also be known as a handguard.

List of
Definitions

Bakudou: Sub-class of kidou. Binding spell.

Kosode: Inner kimono, worn as undergarment.

Shonen-ai: �Boy�-love. �Man�-love is seinen-ai.

List of
basic suffixes (Heavily simplified)

-bo: Used for boys and generally denotes cuteness.

-kun:
Suffix added on to the end of a young male�s name by a friend around the same
age (usually more affectionate than using �san), or to denote someone who is
inferior in a not-so-kind-way, depending on the tone.

-san:
Normally used in general politeness. Can be used for male or female.

-sama:
Japanese Equivalent of �Mr�. More respectful/ honorific than -san.

-dono: More
respectful/honorific than �sama. Normally used to address nobility and/or
royalty.

-chan: Usually
used on females, or between males who are close friends
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