"This is so confusing...very, very confusing. As if it wasn't hard enough to choose one of 13 squads to join, now with the betrayal and the fights and the other blah blah blah, many squads were left without Captains and Lieutenants. Maybe I'll just stick to one of the squads that already has a Captain, train, then transfer. Then again though if I join a squad without a Captain...that could leave a vacuum of power until a promotion is made. I maybe able to get a higher position." the young woman glared down at the table littered with squad pamphlets. She wished she could set them on fire with her frustration, but that would only serve to irritate her further since she would have to go out and her more of them.
A cup of tea was set next to her, between the squad 2 and 5 pamphlets. A familiar giggle soothed her mind when the chair beside her become the resting place of a mildly pregnant woman. Haruka laid a hand on the woman's belly with a smile, "Eriko. You shouldn't even be out here to listen to me bitch about this."
"Language, Lady Haruka. The baby can hear you know. And I'll smack you if 'Bitch' is the first word he or she says." Eriko scolded. Haruka chuckled before she looked back at her pamphlets. "Hey, if it is bothering you that much, why not just join the squad you best fit?"
"That is a combination of squads. At this point, I'm better off throwing darts at them." the graduate grunted. "And you know my family will b--complain no matter what I do. The council wants me to go into the First Division. Father wants me in the Tenth Division. Mother wants me in the Seventh Division.""And you?" "I...don't know." she groaned in frustration. "For now, take a break, drink your tea. The day is nice, so let's just enjoy it. You've been training hard lately. How are things going?" Haruka perked up and began to tell the stories of her training. It was just the two of them, lost in their own world within the hustle and bustle of the inner city. People were still recovering from the attack, but the little tea cart they frequented just so happened to be one of the few establishments ready to serve. For that, the pale rose haired woman and her midnight blue counterpoint were ecstatic to meet there again.

Gio had to get a very clear head before he went to do what he was going to do. He sat beside a river and meditated to do so. Being drawn into his inner world he greeted his spirit with a smile. The winged lion only swished his tail in response and yawned. Gio had expected sorareo-O to be hyped up from the last fight but the lion simply lazed about...like a lion. So approached his companion an laid against him, nestled between fur and feathers. The tranquil warmth was always soothing to Giovanni.

"Why not go to squad 12?" Sorareo-O asked without stirring.

"I still don't remember what happened the last time I went for one" gio replied. The last thing he remembered was talking to Lieutenant Ryuu and the waking up with a massive migraine.
"Besides what is there for me? "

"It's a place of innovation and progress, there's bound to be something you can learn from the captain. Though you should pick your words carefully. "

"Why? You think we might become expirements?"

"Remember how the corps were so eager to test your senses?" Sorareo-O asked

"Mhm" how could he forget that damn cave. And that was only the begining, they wanted to do so much more to him.

"Wat makes you think the department of research and development is any different? Or any better? " sorareo-O answered. As usual the lion had a point. Which didn't make Gio want to go over there. "Captain zero is still a captain, maybe he can tell you what happened....by running a few tests"

"Now your just being an ass" Gio nudged sorareo-O making the lion laugh.

When Gio opened his eyes in the outer world he arose and headed back towards the seireitei. Next stop squad 12

AbigailTenshi said
Fumio watched as Kenji spat at his feet, his smirk disappearing as he looked back at Kenji with a straight face. Souta screwed his eyebrows together at this, wondering how Fumio was going to take it. Luckily for Souta, Fumio was calm, although Fumio rarely let himself get angry over things to do with people he didn't gave a crap about anyway so it wasn't much of a surprise. Fumio then let out a short chuckle when he mentioned that he didn't want Aya's sister becoming a widow. Fumio chuckled once more, the question rhetorical. But once Aya spoke up, his face returned straight as he just watched her poke Kenji and smile but then pout at himself. Souta sighed again, happy the encounter was finally over. Fumio turned around with Souta following and walked a bit before he stopped, looking back over his shoulder. Fumio thought for a moment, trying his best to block Kenji out of his vision. Souta looked down, deciding not to look back as Fumio did. After Fumio spoke his goodbyes, he began walking off with Souta following behind, still silent but breathing deeply once more.

A massive man, wearing a heavy set of black armor, walked out of a forest engulfed in flames. Beside him, was a beautiful and young girl, a grim smile as she saw the various creatures run for their life. She laughed "Look at how pathetic they look as they run Ragnarok! They're so weak that it's funny!" She yelled, laughing as Ragnarok stood in silence. "Shall we continue Lahel? We only have so much time before they head back into the Soul Society" She nodded, walking beside him to their destination. Ragnarok stopped, sensing Fumio who was approaching. He moved his hand I'm front of Lahel "Someone is coming" Lahel smiled mischievously "Is he strong?" Ragnarok shook his head "Lieutenant level, it's unlikely he has bankai. Shall I kill them?" He asked, turning to her. She kept on walking, retaining the smile "I'll decide once we see them" She said as Ragnarok followed

"So...have you made a decision, Haru-chan?" The woman giggled softly as she'd been watching the Shinigami talk and decide her way through to a squad. "Yeah. Screw the council seventeen ways to Sunday on a flaming tricycle. I'll apply to the 10th division." "I think you'll do just fine there. Do you want me to cone with you?" Haruka smiled at her closest friend and kissed her cheek. "Thank you, but no. Besides, your loving husband has come to pick you up." she said before standing up. She helped up her friend as a tall, man come over to assist as well. He hugged Haruka tightly to which she hugged the mute man back. He kissed his wife gently and pushed her hair from her face. Haruka smiled at them both and cleaned up her mess.

The couple were recently married and had yet to go on their honeymoon. So she didn't blame them for being lovey dovey. Haruka gave her friend a side hug, unwilling to break the embrace of her husband. "Take care, you two. I'll let you know how it goes." she said before she flash stepped away and made her way towards the 10th division barracks.

Phobos said
A massive man, wearing a heavy set of black armor, walked out of a forest engulfed in flames. Beside him, was a beautiful and young girl, a grim smile as she saw the various creatures run for their life. She laughed "Look at how pathetic they look as they run Ragnarok! They're so weak that it's funny!" She yelled, laughing as Ragnarok stood in silence. She nodded, walking beside him to their destination. Ragnarok stopped, sensing Fumio who was approaching. He moved his hand I'm front of Lahel Lahel smiled mischievously "Is he strong?" Ragnarok shook his head He asked, turning to her. She kept on walking, retaining the smile "I'll decide once we see them" She said as Ragnarok followed

Fumio Hari Kouineji & Souta Fushimaru Hari

Fumio continued to walk in silence. Souta followed, still keeping up his partly Crystallised form to try and get used to the pain as soon as possible. Fumio had long since returned to normal and sheathed his Zanpakuto. After a while, Fumio spoke up, breaking the silence. "How trouble-some to have to know a man such as him... However, I'm not surprise Aya went for some like that.... But whatever, has nothing to do with my life so I don't care." Souta looked up at the back of Fumio's head, still feeling down. "Well... I'm glad.... she's happy... I wish the best... for her" "Souta I think it's best to start breaking away and forgetting about the people here. Therefore, they are no longer our allies but if they attack us, they become enemies. I feel like staying here has made me soft and I refuse to let it soften me up any more." Souta looked down once more, not having the energy to respond. During their walk, an unusual-looking couple came into view, however Souta and Fumio didn't pay any attention to them.

AbigailTenshi said
Nishiki nodded as she listened to Kazuya carefully, finally learning his name through his stutters. He then asked her what her name was, causing Nishiki to giggle cutely. She smiled brightly at Kazuya, noting his constant blush. It was so cute to her, she just wanted to hug him but of course she refrained, Nishiki didn't want to scare him off.... despite already scaring him but that wasn't the point. When speaking her name, Nishiki winked at Kazuya before holding her hand out, hoping to shake hands with him.

Kazuya listened to Nishiki as she spoke then he tried to speak to reply to her "I-it's fine...h-honestly a-and nice t-to me-et you N-Nishiki" Kazuya then noticed Nishiki's hand which seemed to be out stretched in the motion for a hand shake. Kazuya looked at her hand for a few seconds, he never touched a woman before...although something as simple as a hand shake he was unsure if he should do it or not but it would be rude of him not to. Kazuya then gulped and slowly moved his right hand to meet hers before gripping her soft hand very lightly, the feel of her hand was odd and it was obvious that this made Kazuya blush

AbigailTenshi said
Once she heard her Captain's voice resonate from the other side of the door, Rio quickly straightened her clothes out and fixed her eye-patch, a habit that she had formed during her times visiting Captain Kuchiki. She always wanted to look professional and be taken seriously so keeping up her appearance was important. Opening the door, Rio looked in to find her Captain seated. Quickly but quietly closing the door, she immediately bowed respectfully towards Kaizo, just as she would of done each time she entered Captain Kuchiki's office. Only once she finished her sentence did Rio finally rise. Walking over to Kaizo's desk, she passed him the report she had wrote by placing it on top of his desk, turning the paper so he'd be able to read it. Taking a step back, Rio continued to speak, her eye keeping contact with Kaizo's. As Rio spoke, she could feel another presence approach the door and then enter without the Captain's order to. She didn't know how Captain Kaizo would feel about something like this, but Rio when people didn't respect the rules. Rio shunpo'ed right at that moment and reappeared in front of Angelo before grabbing him roughly by the collar. There was no expression nor emotion on her face, making her look almost blank as she dragged the guy to the door, opened it and chucked his body out of the room. She then abruptly slammed the door shut before Angelo could say anything. The whole time Rio's face was straight, clearly she had done this to others before. After straightening out her clothes once more, Rio returned to her previous spot, bowing. Raising, Rio looked back at Kaizo and kept quiet. She had said enough, now was time for her Captain's response.

Kaizo listened to Rio speak then nodded as he listened to her suggestion, ignoring the little scene that had happened he chose to focus on the matter at hand and replied to it as such "I see...very good job Lieutenant. I believe trying your idea and perhaps trialling it would be a good idea. Would you be able to handle all the work necessary? I can input but not as much as I'd like to...and do not worry Lieutenant...it's good that you show your authority...better you do it than me..." Kaizo tried to be professional...after all...they were working and so emotions wouldn't get in the way...however...he did feel his usual emotions, just masked them with his professionalism...he was proud of Rio right now...more than she'd probably ever know but he had to be a little hard on her...otherwise her current learning curve would hit a break if Kaizo started complementing everything she did right...this was Kaizo looking at things in a professional manner

Gio was slightly unnerved when he made it to the squad 12 barracks. upon entering he asked to speak with either the lieutenant or tha captain. Given the way things usually went, he wold probably be approached by the lieutenant. But that was fine this time around, as well as expected. Since the lieutenant was new he, or she, probably wouldnt know what happened to Gio but he should be aware of information regarding methods of betting ones self. However if he did get a chance to speak with the Captain of the squad he would have slightly different question. As he waited he glanced around the room hoping something might jog his memory. so far he was still drawing a blank.

what he did wind up remembering was why he had come to this place in the first place. He had wanted to speak with the captain about sharing research result. the Kido corps research could prove helpful so the R&D department and the R&D research would give squad 5 something to practice. in a sense he had came to ask to participate in field studies that might prove useful to both squads 5 and 12. He couldnt remember if he ever got the chance to ask it though. since nothing had come of it he probably didnt so that was something else he could ask while he was here. unless he gets a door shut in his face like at squad 6.

Zane620 said
Nene still couldn't believe t, if she wasn't already blind, she would have went blind from shock, so when the man asked her if it was simple, she pouted a bit. "Months of research, that just got demolished within a few seconds." She then sealed her shikai which counted as a loss for her, as it was qualified as a give up, so her hair turned dark green. She started walking away as well looking at the ground. "Sorry to disturb you, go ahead and go lay down. I'll just be thinking about things." Nene said as she walked away mumbling.

"Hm?" Kagiko watched and listened as Nene reacted, he found this odd...he then noticed her 'forfeit' the 'game' and as such her hair turned green...this was truly odd, her Zanpakuto was quite different..."Now where are you going? how about rather than running off and thinking to much about this, we go and test these out on a group of hollow as opposed to just one...perfection is still far from acheived...many experiments need to be done in order to perfect it...although you can never truly perfect something...no matter how you look at it, the word in itself gives false hope that you can create something without flaw..." Kagiko then noticed himself chatting a lot and going a bit off topic "Excuse me...I sometimes do that and wonder off into a world of my own. So...what do you say to my proposal?" Kagiko gave a warm smile, something you'd almost never see around the Squad 12 barracks or more so the SRDI...the only smiles you got around here was when someone invented some diabolical device to blow hollows brains up or something...

Kurisa said
Kazuya listened to Nishiki as she spoke then he tried to speak to reply to her "I-it's fine...h-honestly a-and nice t-to me-et you N-Nishiki" Kazuya then noticed Nishiki's hand which seemed to be out stretched in the motion for a hand shake. Kazuya looked at her hand for a few seconds, he never touched a woman before...although something as simple as a hand shake he was unsure if he should do it or not but it would be rude of him not to. Kazuya then gulped and slowly moved his right hand to meet hers before gripping her soft hand very lightly, the feel of her hand was odd and it was obvious that this made Kazuya blush

Nishiki Kalemoru

Nishiki couldn't help but smile at Kazuya's stuttering, it was quite adorable. He then lightly gripped her hand so it was more like they were holding hands than shaking them. She just looked down at their hands and stroked her thumb across the skin on his hand softly while still holding it. Looking back up at Kazuya, Nishiki leaned towards him a little, beginning to speak up again, this time her voice sounding smooth and was only just above a whisper. "You're not like other men I see~ I really do think you're really cute~ I hope you'll start feeling comfortable around me some time~ Honestly though, you have nothing to worry or be nervous about, I won't bite~ Unless you want me to~" Nishiki winked before gently releasing Kazuya's hand and leaning back, smiling. "Well, I think I've bothered you enough for one day~ I'll see you around Cutie Kazuya~ Enjoy the rest of your book~" She gave Kazuya a wave before turning around and picking up the book she was reading before making her way to the Library counter. After checking out the book, she left the Library.

Tabo and Hikari sat in a dark area playing a game of Shogi, the game was to help increase Hikari's planning time and intelligence, helping him to predict an opponent better. So far they were an hour in, and it looked like the board was equal for both players. Tabo was sitting on top of his cane with his legs crossed watching Hikari who was sitting on the floor with a finger on his chin.

"Hm? Someone's here," Tabo said as he sensed a new presence, looking away for a second.

"Yeah, I sensed them a couple minute's ago," Hikari mumbled.

"Hm, really? Because they just got he-" Tabo didn't finished his sentence as Hikari moved a rook piece then stood up. Hikari grabbed his Zanpakuto and attached it to his waist before he walked out, wanting Tabo to take his time with his next move as Hikari did. In about ten minutes Hikari had come up with over a thousand ways his move could have played out, which some would have thought it'd be taking it too far but it was to pass the time after all. Once he got outside the barracks he saw some girl with pink hair, it heavily reminded him of Jewel, someone he had to visit sometime soon. "Hello," Hikari greeted to the woman with a smile.

AbigailTenshi said
Fumio continued to walk in silence. Souta followed, still keeping up his partly Crystallised form to try and get used to the pain as soon as possible. Fumio had long since returned to normal and sheathed his Zanpakuto. After a while, Fumio spoke up, breaking the silence. Souta looked up at the back of Fumio's head, still feeling down. Souta looked down once more, not having the energy to respond. During their walk, an unusual-looking couple came into view, however Souta and Fumio didn't pay any attention to them.

The two stopped as Fumio and Souta approached. Lahel paid no attention to Souta and kept her eyes on Fumio "Hmmm, that man has an elegant aura around him. I think I want his soul too Ragnarok!" She told the towering man beside her. "If it pleases you, then so be it" As he finished his sentence, an ominous wind passed through the area. Ragnarok raised his right hand, crimson particles of energy forming in the air. They began to merge and fuse, a sword forming in his hand. Lahel raised her hand "Wait, his face is familiar" Ragnarok nodded "I believe he is the uncle of Hozumi" Lahel's face then showed a disgusted expression "So he's the uncle of that piece of trash" Ragnarok merely nodded, remaining in silence. Lahel waved at the two, with a grim smile "You're the one that lost Hozumi right? How does it feel knowing that thanks to you, that poor little boy is stuck in Hell. Who knows, he's probably already dead by now. Being tortured for the rest of his pathetic, little life" She said, giggling at the end as if she was amused by what she said

Kurisa said
Kaizo listened to Rio speak then nodded as he listened to her suggestion, ignoring the little scene that had happened he chose to focus on the matter at hand and replied to it as such "I see...very good job Lieutenant. I believe trying your idea and perhaps trialling it would be a good idea. Would you be able to handle all the work necessary? I can input but not as much as I'd like to...and do not worry Lieutenant...it's good that you show your authority...better you do it than me..." Kaizo tried to be professional...after all...they were working and so emotions wouldn't get in the way...however...he did feel his usual emotions, just masked them with his professionalism...he was proud of Rio right now...more than she'd probably ever know but he had to be a little hard on her...otherwise her current learning curve would hit a break if Kaizo started complementing everything she did right...this was Kaizo looking at things in a professional manner

Rio Okotaru Darishimo

"Thank you Captain. And I'll certainly be able to Sir, I'll get to work as soon as possible. Don't worry about that Captain, I will brief you on my suggestions once I've completed the paperwork, then you can let me know of any amendments you'd like to make before I proceed with making the approved suggestions a reality. Yes Captain." Rio nodded as Kaizo spoke before speaking once more. "I'll begin working on my report now then Captain, I shall return once I have complete all work for you." Rio bowed once more before awaiting to be dismissed. Once she had been dismissed, Rio planned to leave for her room to get started on writing down her suggestions.

Phobos said
The two stopped as Fumio and Souta approached. Lahel paid no attention to Souta and kept her eyes on Fumio "Hmmm, that man has an elegant aura around him. I think I want his soul too Ragnarok!" She told the towering man beside her. As he finished his sentence, an ominous wind passed through the area. Ragnarok raised his right hand, crimson particles of energy forming in the air. They began to merge and fuse, a sword forming in his hand. Lahel raised her hand "Wait, his face is familiar" Ragnarok nodded Lahel's face then showed a disgusted expression "So he's the uncle of that piece of trash" Ragnarok merely nodded, remaining in silence. Lahel waved at the two, with a grim smile "You're the one that lost Hozumi right? How does it feel knowing that thanks to you, that poor little boy is stuck in Hell. Who knows, he's probably already dead by now. Being tortured for the rest of his pathetic, little life" She said, giggling at the end as if she was amused by what she said

Fumio Hari Kouineji & Souta Fushimaru Hari

Fumio suddenly turned around, stopping Souta in his tracks. "I think it's time for you to return to normal, you've done enough form training for one day. You're much more stronger than you think Souta heh~" Fumio smiled at Souta before the latter nodded, bracing himself as he retracted his Crystal Spikes back into his body. Dropping to his knees, Souta hunched froward while placing his palms on the floor, breathing heavily. "Ugh... fuck... huu" "Just breath through the pain Souta... You'll get used to it eventually... hopefully..." Fumio looked down at Souta, frowning. If only Souta wasn't such a softy he wouldn't have to go through this pain... Fumio then turned back around. "Come on, let's keep going Sout-" The odd-looking couple seemed closer than earlier, plus they were heading straight for him and Souta, waving at them. "Do you... know these people Souta?" Fumio asked, raising an eyebrow as Souta slowly stood up and sheathed his blade. Taking a look at the strangers, Souta shook his head. "Nope... I've never seen them before." Fumio glanced back at Souta before looking at the girl who began talking. "Thanks to me? Well, from what you've just said, I assume you two have something to do with that so more thanks to you little girl. And heh, pathetic? What have you got against Hozumi? I don't believe he's ever met any of you. However, I'd like to see you say that to his mother hmhmhm, she's actually not that far from here in fact." Fumio's voice was smooth, unaffected by the girl's taunts since he'd hardly let others he didn't know nor care for make him angry. Souta, however, looked at the two in slight shock... He didn't expect them to know Hozumi at all, but why? What did Hozumi do to deserve a fate like that? Souta's temper was slowly raising however he held it down while keeping his mouth shut. Fumio could handle this, he was the more calmer one out of the two of them... well... in these sort of situations.

Expllo said
Tabo and Hikari sat in a dark area playing a game of Shogi, the game was to help increase Hikari's planning time and intelligence, helping him to predict an opponent better. So far they were an hour in, and it looked like the board was equal for both players. Tabo was sitting on top of his cane with his legs crossed watching Hikari who was sitting on the floor with a finger on his chin."Hm? Someone's here," Tabo said as he sensed a new presence, looking away for a second."Yeah, I sensed them a couple minute's ago," Hikari mumbled."Hm, really? Because they just got he-" Tabo didn't finished his sentence as Hikari moved a rook piece then stood up. Hikari grabbed his Zanpakuto and attached it to his waist before he walked out, wanting Tabo to take his time with his next move as Hikari did. In about ten minutes Hikari had come up with over a thousand ways his move could have played out, which some would have thought it'd be taking it too far but it was to pass the time after all. Once he got outside the barracks he saw some girl with pink hair, it heavily reminded him of Jewel, someone he had to visit sometime soon. "Hello," Hikari greeted to the woman with a smile.

The pink haired woman sighed deeply as she prepared herself. "Ok. You only make a first impression once. You can do this." Haruka nodded once to herself and made her way towards the barracks.

She smiled at the man that met her, "Hello, my name is Haruka Katsuye. I would like to apply for Squad 10 as my first placement." she said confidently.

"Hakura? Oh, what a lovely name! Spring flower, it fits your hair," Hikari said referencing her hair color to that of a flower, which her name meant. Hearing that she wanted to join Squad 10 he nodded, "Well my name is Hikari Shinrai, Lieutenant of Squad ten. Captain name is Tabo, but he can be....Pretty lazy," Hikari said with a chuckle and rubbed to the back of his neck, "So that means I'll be in charge of your enrollment, so follow me."

Once Hikari finished speaking he turned around leading Haruka to the training grounds. Once there Hikari turned to her and drew his Zanpakuto, standing a few feet back before speaking, "Yes, this is a spar. I'm not telling you to go all out here, but atleast show me what you've got. Take it as a serious fight," Hikari said as he stared into her eyes. As Tabo was lazy, and admittedly was just a place holder for him, Hikari would be doing allot more stuff for Tabo and needed to know atleast how the people working with him fought and thought. Just so they had a better understanding.

"Yes...the only time my parents had a sense of humor." her smile wavered a mite before she followed Hikari. She listened as he spoke though she didn't say anything when he revealed she would need to spar. She merely drew her zanpakuto and held it aloft.

"Serious huh? Well, I don't fight with him sealed. One More Time, Yuurei Shinjin." the sword glowed brightly and shifted before it appeared. She held the sword by the left pommel. She slid into a stance, holding the sword like a tonfa with the blade against her forearm.

Once her Shikai was revealed Hikari took sight of it, analyzing her weapon and stance.

Hm, I see. Either she attacks like that, with the blade against her forearm swinging and slicing or she has abilities relating to the way she holds it. Either way the Shikai is rather interesting, I'm intrigued. Hikari thought, but it was like he hadn't thought at all with how fast he thought then reacted. He was soon in front of her with his Zanpakuto thrusting forward, of course it was a simple technique that could be blocked easily but he wanted to see what she'd do. Was she the type to take attacks head on for a chance to strike back? The type to dodge? The type to block? These were the things he was going to test, but he wouldn't be this easy on her the whole way through.

AbigailTenshi said
Fumio suddenly turned around, stopping Souta in his tracks. Fumio smiled at Souta before the latter nodded, bracing himself as he retracted his Crystal Spikes back into his body. Dropping to his knees, Souta hunched froward while placing his palms on the floor, breathing heavily. Fumio looked down at Souta, frowning. If only Souta wasn't such a softy he wouldn't have to go through this pain... Fumio then turned back around. The odd-looking couple seemed closer than earlier, plus they were heading straight for him and Souta, waving at them. Fumio asked, raising an eyebrow as Souta slowly stood up and sheathed his blade. Taking a look at the strangers, Souta shook his head. Fumio glanced back at Souta before looking at the girl who began talking. Fumio's voice was smooth, unaffected by the girl's taunts since he'd hardly let others he didn't know nor care for make him angry. Souta, however, looked at the two in slight shock... He didn't expect them to know Hozumi at all, but why? What did Hozumi do to deserve a fate like that? Souta's temper was slowly raising however he held it down while keeping his mouth shut. Fumio could handle this, he was the more calmer one out of the two of them... well... in these sort of situations.

"Ohhh my, quite the smooth talker huh? I guess I'll waste my time if I taunt you more, it seems someone else has already ticked you off. Hopefully he put you in your place" She said, letting out a small giggle afterwards. She then turned her attention to Souta as Fumio . She smirked "You're probably wondering why a child deserves such a fate? Well it's simple, because he was born. His presence, his existence is nothing but a parasite of this universe. He shouldn't exist, and I'm gonna make sure that happens. I guess both of you have something in common" She looked into Soutas eyes as she spoke "Both of you have nowhere where you belong" She said, with a delightful but twisted smile. "But I know his mother is up ahead, we were gonna go pay her a visit actually. She's going to be a fun test subje-" Ragnarok cut her off, speaking up "I think you've told them enough" Lahel sighed, turning away from the two and looking back at Ragnarok "You're right, I wanted to try setting one of them off but it looks like it isn't working"

The woman watched the man come at her. She set her feet then shifted at the last second. She used her shikai to shift the blow away in a parry and used her momentum to punch through the strike. The hilt would be coming at Hikari's throat like a blunt spear.

She was fast, but this was a warm up. She wasn't sure what the man could do, but she was going to make sure that he realized she didn't rely on just one aspect of her offense. She just hoped he didn't underestimate her.