Chapter 217: First day
(Kisuke's pov)
Ryoto is an enigma to me. He is my friend, and I know that he thinks so too about me, but he is full of mysteries. I didn't pry too much, but the more time I spent with him, the more questions I had.
At times I feel like he knows more than he lets on. Even today, as soon as he saw Tenshintai, I noticed that he knew what it was before I explained its function and I didn't share this with anyone before.
I doubt that Ryoto spied on me because he isn't that kind of person, so that leaves the question, how did he know about it?
That is not the only interesting thing about the man named Ryoto. The other mystery is his eyes. They are like nothing I've seen before.
I even thought that they were the eyes of that thing, but it's not possible. They don't look the same. The only similar thing is that both of them feel and look otherworldly.
What's more, he apparently has two Zanpakuto spirits inside of him even though he possesses a single blade Zanpakuto. According to my knowledge, in the whole Soul Society, only Captain Kyoraku and Captain Ukitake have dual Zanpakuto.
In any way, I just know that Ryoto will be at the centre of a lot of troubles in the future.
(E/D: Yes, and I am going to enjoy it in HD. Until the day that I get a genderbend in front of my eyes, I will not beat my beef. PS: I need support, since this is going to be difficult.)
(Ryoto's pov)
We rushed at each other, and strangely enough, I managed to hit him in the chest, but it was me who got hurt.
...
Asshole. He used Hierro, and seeing his smirk, he thinks he got me. If that's how he wants to play, then so be it!
I as well started using Hierro, and people around us could feel the power behind punches. We also weren't holding back now anymore.
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Our fight was acrobatic and fast-paced. At times we were standing on each other's arms or legs and preparing to attack until the one on the receiving end blocked it or, in my case, got hit sometimes.
He enjoys fighting me and plans to use the whole three days to enjoy it to the fullest.
(Emma's/??? pov)
I was ready to lurk inside Jacob's inner world and let him live his life. Before, I thought that he needed to face his past to become happy, but the more time passed, the more unsure I became. Should I really force Jacob to do it just because I think it's the right thing? Is it really for the better?
My wish is for Jacob to be happy, and seeing him depressed is making me feel like I failed him. I know that it's partially my fault for how he turned out, but since I'm here now, I would like to help him, and I can.
But talking with Jacob after so many years was nice, even if we didn't speak for long. He may look different, and unfortunately, he is taller now, but it's still Jacob, or maybe I should call him Ryoto. I'll ask him that later.
I know that he hated being called Jacob, but maybe it changed. I would rather call him Jacob, after all.
(Ryoto's pov)
The first day ended with a punch in my face. He timed this perfectly and on purpose so I would fly as he was turning back into the device, and seeing his smirk, I knew that he counted it as a success.
I was pretty beat up, not to the point of needing to go to Isane or Unohana. The hot spring with healing properties, for now, was enough.
The girls used this opportunity as well. Rin was in a swimsuit because she didn't trust him enough, and Yoruichi turned into a cat before going for the swim. She, of course, tried to tease me before transforming. You know, the usual.
"Do you want to talk about it?" Rin asked out of nowhere as I was relaxing in the hot spring.
"...Maybe later. I want to talk to Emma first. But you could say that she is someone I used to know, and she died."
"I see..."
The mood worsened, and I didn't want to be the reason for that. That's why I decided to change the subject to something more interesting.
"By the way, Rin, why do you have a swimsuit ready to use? We didn't know that we would be staying here for 3 days."
At my words, Rin slowly started becoming redder and redder.
I see what she was planning, and I couldn't help myself from forming a knowing smile.
"N-no, it's not what you think it is!!!"
"I disagree. This is exactly what we think it is. Isane may be perverted in other ways, but unless her switch is flipped, she is almost as innocent as a child. You, on the other hand, are a closet pervert, and you grow more perverted with age. You just don't want to admit it." Yoruichi added, and I felt that I should say something as well.
"Don't worry, Rin, no matter how much of a pervert you are, I'll still love you. Also, I have a confession to make. I'm also a pervert, so at least you are not alone." I put my hand on her shoulder while giving her a look of understanding.
Rin was feeling a deep shame, and it was fun teasing her. During our years together, I learned how much I can tease her until it's too much and her limit is closing in, so I should stop now.
Once again, I used my secret talent of changing the subject.
"Rin, before you become a tomato, can you tell me if you plan to train for Bankai using this method?"
Rin calmed down a bit, thinking about my question.
"I don't think I'll use it. I want to achieve Bankai using my own and Tsunagari's strength."
"...You just don't want to use Kisuke's device. Am I right?" Rin avoided my gaze.
"*Cough* Either way, I'll achieve Bankai by myself. Tsunagari said that it's still too early for me since I haven't mastered Shikai just yet, but I'm getting there."
If that's what she wants, then I'll support her even though I would like her to get stronger faster. That's why I'm here and getting stronger, but most importantly, I'm not alone anymore. Rin isn't even that weak, Isane is a lieutenant, and Yoruichi is already a Captain.
We are a strong little family.
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