When Giovanni finally made it back to the Seireitei and to the squad five barracks he was able to ascertain just how much time had passed. it had been hours. which meant he was not officially behind on paperwork and short on time to find seated members for his mission the next day. He didnt even go to his office, he got himself cleaned up and went back outside. He had done a lot of thinking on his way back, realizing that he had no more answers than when he had started. He had a bit more insight into structure but his most pressing concern was the Menos, and of course the adjuches. presumably the menos sightings were due to the adjuches but given that the first menos he fought were likely a distraction for the arrancar that put capitain Kuchiki on bedrest he was doubtful. Chances were who ever was behind this wasnt counting on the Sect at all. at the same time though, it probably wasnt much of a set back either. Giovanni sighed, he knew he needed two things. advice and training. one was easy to come by. the other not so much.

As a man (I.e the guard) went flying past Aya, Kenji held a hand up and caught the man by the collar of his shirt. Well shit, he thought as he dropped the man and pulled his Shihakusho up looking at the woman who threw the man. He looked between the two noting their appearance, and the girl mentioning their cousin, "I assume this is your sister Dove?...Good looks must run through the family, I assume the body is natural as well," Kenji said, more so referring to their chest with the last part. He watched Aya look to the ground once the homosexual made his comment, but he just shrugged.

Fumio Hari Kouineji & Souta Fushimaru Hari

Fumio kept his arms crossed as Aya patted his shoulder. "Oh yeah, you must not of met her yet. She's rather nice, almost a pushover maybe" Fumio then narrowed his eyes at the girl when she began bringing up his and Chie's personal activities. He didn't say a word but his eyes kept narrowed, his face showing his annoyance without the need for words meanwhile Souta quietly sniggered. Tapping his foot to accentuate his annoyed persona, a man suddenly flew past Aya's head, causing Fumio's eyes to widened just a touch before a smirk grew on his face. The guy that was with Aya caught the flying man, but Fumio was too busy smirking to acknowledge this. Souta, however, looked at the guy with slightly wider eyes before looking in the direction the man flew from...

There stood Chie, glaring at Souta while cracking her knuckles. Souta's eyes widened even more as he jumped at the sight. "Chie... H-How nice to s-see you again" The nerves were beginning to get to him as he slowly began backing away, holding his hands up to try and calm her down. "Kazuhiko, control your woman" Souta looked at Fumio who only chuckled. "Maybe this'll teach you not to tell Aya personal details about what me and Chie get up to... Hehe" The random guy amongst the group then spoke which attracted Fumio's attention, as well as his narrowed gaze. "That woman is Chie, my girlfriend. Her body is none of your concern." He thought that he should make that clear before the guy tried anything else that involved his Gemstone. There were no hard-feelings however, since the guy most likely didn't know, but now he did.

Chie cracked her neck and was about to tackle him, when she heard a comment from Kenji which made her look at her body and then frown at him as she held up her sword. "Okay you first then roadkill." Chie said walking towards him when Aya had to put her on the ground and then sat on her. "Now now sister, He can't help being blunt, I mean he could have said that he wanted to fuck you right as he met you." Chie then blushed as pointed her finger at him. "Hado...." Aya then held her arms down and laughed. "I think she likes you, she is only this violent to those she likes, right Fumio. So rest assured Orange, she will only tryt o kill you atleast three times."

"Okay you first then roadkill," Chie had said as she began walking towards him but Kenji just stood there watching her. He then watched as the events unfolded, Aya then sat on Chie but nonetheless Chie tried firing a Hado at him but Aya held her hands down. When Aya mentioned the fucking her as soon as he met her Kenji chuckled when he saw the blushed face. He was going to taunt Chie with a sexual comment until the red headed guy spoke, "That woman is Chie, my girlfriend. Her body is non of your concern." in which Kenji smirked looking at him. "That is, unless, me and her actually do something involving her body....But of course I wouldn't do anything of the sorts....Atleast without the other partner." Kenji held his smirk knowing he might have set off the guy but he didn't really care.

Fumio Hari Kouineji & Souta Fushimaru Hari

Souta watched as Chie turned from him to Sunshine, which then Aya immediately got involved. So much so, she literally held Chie down, just so Chie wouldn't hurt Sunshine but when he was the one being threatened, no one seemed to give any fucks despite the fact that it was clear Chie hated him. Souta didn't blame Chie for hating him, he didn't like her so why should she like him? But if she was going to treat someone else the way she treated him, she should be left to it... "I see." Souta put his hands down and walked forward towards the group. "So, you're scared your new guy might get hurt Aya? Is that why you're going through such measures to make sure she doesn't hurt him?" Souta raised an eyebrow at Aya, crossing his arms before a smirk shot across his lips as he suddenly shook his head. "Infact, don't answer that." He chuckled to himself a little, maybe to cover up the niggling feelings at the pit of his stomach... Why did he care anyway? Aya and him were never close in first place. Sunshine must of meant alot to her... Souta atleast hoped she was happy, he wasn't going to be childish about this, only accept reality whether he liked it of not.

Meanwhile, Fumio kept his narrowed stare pointed at the random guy as he spoke. "Well, if that's the case then you might as well give up on Chie. Since the likeliness of that happening is never." Fumio held his calm composure, not really angry but just ever so slightly ticked off by this guy... However, everyone was different, maybe this guy was into that sort of thing... I would explain why the first thing he said to Aya was that he wanted to fuck her, maybe he still does knowing that she has a girlfriend. Fumio wasn't one to judge, but he wanted to make it crystal clear that Chie certainly was off the market.... If, however, she wanted to leave him for this guy... that'd be a whole different story... Aya had then said some to Fumio. "Not necessarily... She's hates Souta and acts this way... But, odds are, she may like you... Whoever you are".

Aya heard Souta speak to her which made her stare at him confusingly as she thought about what he said. "Wait what?" Aya said looking up at him, she kind of drowned out Fumio as she stared at the ground, she was silent for a bit then suddenly stood up, and just started shunpoing off into the distance, which made Chie stand up and look at Fumio. "Hate Souta? Thought we were one of those friendly rivals? I don't hate him. Sure he annoys me, but if I hated everyone that annoyed me, then I would hate about everyone. And is Aya upset that she thought I hated Souta?"

As Souta began speaking, Kenji had a feeling this guy had some feelings for Aya, or atleast had history with her. Either way it went, Kenji didn't care how Souta felt as long as it didn't effect Aya in a way, she already had allot on her mind. He also didn't care how that other guy felt, about anything really but he would let him speak. He wasn't sure what relationship they had together but he took off after Aya once she did and hadn't replied to Fumio. Kenji began catching up pretty quick, and wanted to make sure that she was alright. He didn't care for the others enough to wait and reply, nor was he going to push the pretty eyed guy to go after Aya instead of him.

Fumio Hari Kouineji & Souta Fushimaru Hari

Souta watched Aya's reaction, instantly feeling bad. He honestly did not mean to upset her in any way, but he knew that the second that gorgeous face of hers dropped that joyful smile of hers, the one that would always make his day... even today despite the shit that had happened to him... there was something wrong. He was hoping that someone else would of said something to her, to cheer her up again since clearly he'd only make things worse. 'Kazuhiko?... Sunshine?... Chie?' He looked to the three a little desperately when Aya stood up. Without a word, she disappeared and reappeared further away, using the Shunpo technique. Souta's eyes instantly widened as he watched, then Sunshine took off after her. "What's wrong with Aya all of a sudden?" Fumio asked, raising both eyebrows, then Chie mentioned that she didn't hate him, it was only friendly rivalry... "Souta?" Fumio turned to Souta, his mouth pursing tight when he saw the shocked look on the guy's face. "... I fucked up" The second he finished his sentence, Souta shunpo'ed himself, raising his energy and trying his best to tail the two. He followed Aya's energy as best as he could, gripping onto it tightly and almost lost his footage here and there because of his efforts to try and catch up... Of course Sunshine was better than him at this, but he didn't care, he needed to apologise to Aya and then leave it at that... end this so she wouldn't get upset because of him ever again no matter how much it hurt him...

Aya continued shunpoing away not sure quite how to take this. She wasn't use to this at all and running probably didn't help, so when she looked back and saw both of them approaching she looked back in front of her and just pushed herself harder, to try and get away, she wasn't looking where she was going however, and ended up running straight into a building which made her fall to the ground. She sighed as she looked up at the sky, sitting up she simply sat there and looked at the ground. It would be no use to run now, they would have caught up easily by now.

As Aya ran into a building Kenji wanted to stop and face palm but obviously couldn't and wouldn't.....Atleast at a time like this. Kenji slowed down as he got closer, once he got there he sat beside Aya and looked back noticing Souta coming up. He looked back at Aya and inspected her face making sure she wasn't injured, but she looked fine. "I'll make sure you're fine later, but for now I think you two need to talk. You two seem to have some sort of.....History, I guess," Kenji said before standing up and nodding to Souta. He backed up a bit to give them space.

Souta Fushimaru Hari

Souta was the last to reach the area, meaning he didn't see what happened to Aya... However by the state of things, he was able to figure out want happened. Jumping down to land, he skid across the floor a little before coming to a stop. Dust surrounded his feet and the bottom parts of his legs before settling while he straightened himself up, releasing a breath. Souta stood still as he noticed Sunshine inspect Aya's face.... Looking down, Souta waited until Sunshine finished talking and stepped back before walking towards Aya, nerves building up inside him again... These felt different to what he felt earlier when Chie was about to attack him.

"Um... A-aya I... I'm sorry for whatever I did... I-I didn't mean to upset you..." Speaking felt harder than usual but he managed by just making sure he thought about what he was going to say thoroughly before speaking... He didn't want her to know how he really felt... he was hiding it from everyone, hoping that in due time, all of his feelings would disapear. "Anyway... Cheer up will ya ehehe... Don't take what I said seriously.. If that was what upset you... I just want you to be happy, considering... um... everything... You deserve it...." Rubbing the back of his head sheepishly, Souta stood in front of Aya but kept his eyes to the floor as he spoke, unable to make them budge.

Aya just remained silent when Kenji check on her, inspecting her, probably cause she went face first into a building. He then backed off a bit, which made her look over to see Souta. She just watched as he spoke, even after he finished she was silent. She pretty much had to force it out of her. "It's.... not that I'm upset. I just don't understand how people could like me like that..... I'm a demon, one that can't control her own power unlike Chie. I get even the tiniest bit mad, and I could end up killing people..... Today I..... I saw my son for a few seconds before losing him again, and out of pure rage I almost killed a lot of innocent people..... So how can people like a monster? How can you like me Souta?"

Souta Fushimaru Hari

Souta listened to Aya's words after an awkward silence fell on the two. Once she was finished, Souta's hand slipped down the back of his head and fell by his side. He looked much more serious than before, staring intensely at the ground while thinking. "... You're not evil Aya..." His gaze left the ground to find Aya's eyes. "You may have demon blood coursing through your veins... but that doesn't make you evil... or a bad person... not at all... Unfortunately, you're just... out of control... but, with training and learning to control yourself within that state, you won't hurt innocent people... It's clear that you try your best to be as good as possible in a sense of trying to save people than hurt them... As much as I hate to even think about it... Kazuhiko... Feeme heh... Is much worse than you... since he enjoys it... hurting, killing... What I'm trying to say here is that you're not a monster... You may be a demon, but you're a good demon. The true monster here would be someone like your brother who purposely uses their power with killing intent..." Souta's gaze fell back to the floor before a small smile formed onto his face. "People like you... I like you... because you're a good person. You're fun, always so energetic and helpful, not to mention powerful but with a sweet side... You don't have any bad intentions as far as I'm concerned.... And just because you have a demon side to you, doesn't mean you don't deserve to be liked... or loved... whether through relationships, or through friendships" Taking a deep breath, Souta looked at Aya again, scratching his head sheepishly as he sweat-dropped. "I hope what I'm saying is having a positive effect on you because I am really bad at cheering people up eheh... Just know, you're adored and you are certainly not a monster, so don't you dare call yourself that again...." Souta quickly began feeling nervous again. 'Why did I do what I did? I should of left and went straight back to the room... I feel like I've made things worse... Oh well, Sunshine will cheer her up...'.

Aya looked up at him and listened to what he said, although it was to be expected that he would try and cheer her up. All she could do was stay silent as he tried to cheer her up. "Souta... I can't control it, I never can. In some cases with my family, there is a very low chance for some people to just not be able to control it. So although I appreciate the fact you don't consider me a monster, whenever I get angry. I'm just going to act like one, if I like it or not. Yet even though I do all that, you still like me for who I am... It's not fair, why do you show me such sympathy, even though I've done nothing but insult you at times and even almost kill you! Why are you so nice to me?" At this point Aya was holding back her tears, although it was clear that she was.

Training options were practically endless, any seated officer probably could teach him a thing or two. he wasnt so proud to think he knew everything. the issue was figuring out what he needed to know. Advice on the other hand was hard to come by. He didnt even know what to ask. For now it was probably best to check out the former Kido corps head quarters. their records were still kept there and members worked there doing research and stuff still. Perhaps learning an old forgotten kido would help him clear his head. Almost considered the cave again but hell no. He didnt even make it half way before he turned around and went toward the squad 12 barracks. he needed the aid of a captain. there was something he wanted to know. something of debatable importance.

Souta Fushimaru Hari

Souta watched as Aya spoke, noticing her struggle to clearly hold back tears. Silently, he turned to fully face her, gently using the back of his index finger to stroke Aya's cheek in an attempt to sooth her. Indeed it was a bold move for him, but this would be the only time that he'd be able to show her a little affection... she deserved it. "Aya... You didn't choose to be the way you are... The demon within you is the one who preforms those horrible acts... not you, not Aya. You just need to learn to control it as much as you can... Control your anger. And if there's a low percentage of those who can control their demon in your family then... you can be part of that percentage" Souta slipped his finger softly under Aya's chin, tiling he head up a little to look into her eyes. "You don't realise just how strong you are Aya. I'm not talking spiritual energy-wise, I'm talking emotion-wise and willpower.... What you did for Chie... How you looked after and took care of your younger sister for so long in dire times so well... That's something only a small percentage who had experienced similar trauma as you two did would of been able to do" Souta removed his hand from her chin, just incase she began feeling uncomfortable with the sudden touch. "You can do it Aya... I believe you can, Feeme believes that you can and no doubt Chie would believe so too..." He gave Aya a comforting smile, hoping that she wouldn't cry...

"..... You are too nice to me, its a wonder how other girls haven't fallen for you. I should be angry, but you went through a same experience. You know I'm sure if you kept your eyes off me, you would see many women staring at you." Aya giggled a bit as she stood up and smiled. "But to think Cherry really didn't hate me, I was far off on that guess." Aya said smirking a bit as she gave him a hug. She then pulled away and rubbed the back of her head. "I caused a bit of drama haven't I? I'm the one that's suppose to fix things like that, but maybe your right, although the odds are very short for me to be able to control it..... But seriously thank you Souta." Aya said with a smile.

Souta Fushimaru Hari

Souta smiled as he watched Aya perk up, his heart perking up a little too knowing that he was the reason she cheered up for once. "Well, I don't usually show this side of me to anyone... Other's draw it out of me, and by others... I mean... only a few people... It's always been the Prince who would attract girls, I've never really had anyone take an interest in me as far as I know.... However, I've never really been interested in relationships. I'd prefer them to just happen when you'd least expect it. And indeed you were, I was only mainly afraid of you at first. I won't lie, but you and Chie are the only people who can scare the living-daylights out of me heh, not that it was ever a bad thing" Souta hugged Aya back while trying to force a part of him to die as quickly as possible, the part that had feelings towards Aya... He understood clearly by her actions and speech her feelings towards him. Friends, that's all they'd ever be. Souta didn't really mind that though, he'd much rather be friends with Aya than to not speak to her at all. Letting go of her, Souta took a step back and chuckled. "Well, what's life without a little drama? Heh. However, I think I've had enough drama for one day so I'm going to head back... And no problem Aya, anytime" Souta smiled charmingly at Aya before giving her a little wave. "Have fun with Sunshine" Turning around, Souta Shunpo'ed and left the two to have their alone time together..

Koujaku and Akira walked down the one of the many streets within the Seireitei. Koujaku had his hands in his pockets and his top off as usual, Akira on the other hand was just walking with his hands by his side as he looked at the ground, showing no emotion. Koujaku turned his head to look at Akira then looked forward again as he then began speaking "You never speak do you? I seriously have never heard you speak which is odd...do you not have a voice or something? it's just odd to have known someone for so long and yet never to even to hear them utter a word...it's odd y'know?" Akira looked slowly to his right, his eyes showing no emotion still. Koujaku then looked at him "What? Fine...I'll stop going on about it...I know how you are about talking...anyway we're here" Koujaku said as they stood outside a bar they then both entered and as they did Koujaku noticed a few familiar faces, one in particular who of which he approached "Well it seems like it's been awhile hasn't it celestria?" Akira followed behind Koujaku when he noticed as he walked someone staring at him, this caused him to stop then look at them with his cold and emotionless eyes, this caused them to jump then look away. Akira then continued walking until he was stood behind Koujaku "Oh and this is my friend who I've known for most of my life. His name is Akira but uhh...he doesn't speak...so how you been Celestria?"