Another Vacation

[Yuri Nakayama]

It felt like it has been forever since she's been in the real world. Even if it has been or hasn't, the place didn't seem to have changed much. It took a while, but she was finally authorized to come to the beach along with the rest of her friends and family. As she did the last time, she agreed to take small patrols at night and to do a little bit of her captain duties while she was in town. After she arrived at the beach with Megumi, she sets up the area. Jiro was there to help her since no one else has shown up yet.

In all of her excitement, Emi runs over to where the water is at and ran away while giggling when the wave came back. Yuri was smiling as she watched her daughter play. It was her first time coming here and would have to watch over her very carefully.

"Emi, please be careful! i don't want you getting hurt!"


"I'll be okay, Mama! I ish a good girl!"

Yuri chuckled a little as she watched Emi play while she continued to set up the area. After everything was done, she sits down for a moment. Now all that was left now was to wait for everyone to show up. It wasn't before long Emi came over to her to rest for a little.

"Why don't you rest a little? You don't wanna wear yourself out before everyone gets here!"

"Okay, but just for a little while! When the others come, I'm gonna play some more!"

[Youhei]

Youhei heard from his father that there was going to be some kind of party that Ronin would be attending, automatically knowing what was coming next. He was to go there and meet them, telling them who he was and everything. He had just gotten the armor from old man hat and clogs, so he should be ready to go. It was hidden in his watch, needing only to have two buttons hit to make the armor appear on him nearly instantly.

What if they attack me? This might not go as well as father has in mind. Eh who am I to argue, here goes...

He looked like his father, save for his mother's hair color. He headed to the beach, remembering to mention Yuri's camera should she not believe him at first. Nori said it was something that only the group from the past would know, so he hoped it would work. He arrived at the beach, looking at Yuri.

"Uh... hello... I'm Youhei, pleased to meet you..."

[Ryouji Onigata]

Although it took a bit of work, the entire Onigata 'clan' were finally ready to go. Sadly Ryouji got saddled with carrying pretty much everything, beach chairs, towels, umbrellas, snacks. It honestly sucked being the only man in a family full of women. Its not like he would change anything. He enjoyed being the mule and keeping them all stress and happy free, or so he tries.

After Hina opened the Senkaimon. The family and a guest to the family did as well and made their trip to the human world. Upon reaching the beach area, the gate like door appeared and upon its opening everyone came tumbling out of it.

Apparently Azumi wasn't to fond of the fact that Ryouji and Shukumei's care taker when they were younger had also come along for the trip and the two had a rather small cat fight. After dropping pretty much everything he stood up and caught Azumi as she attempted to go after Ayame again.

Great start to a small sabbatical it was with his wife and the one who raised him going after each other. Shukumei found herself attempting to hold Ayame back, while Azumi was quite outspoken about how much she disliked how pretty Ayame was, Ryouji has never seen her act so hostile before. It was like she was trying to mark her property or something. It was just awkward all around. After things calmed down, Ryouji placed Azumi down on her feet and decided that he would talk to her about it now so he wouldn't have to deal with it later.

"We came here to have fun, you should not be exposing our children to such hostile behavior. Calm down, I invited Ayame so that she could relax and have a good time with us. I don't want Emi seeing you all angry and well scary and stuff."

Azumi sighed and nodded before plopping down right where Ryouji put her down. She was visibly angry still. It was like staring into a thousand death stares, all at the same time. He shook his head and turned to Ayame who was smirking and hoping she would try something again.

"Women"

Ryouji shakes his head and sighs before turning to go over to the mess his wife and Ayame forced him to make. The Younger Shi also followed her father to help him set things up for their little trip to the beach. After setting up the chairs and the towels, Ryouji sat down and sent Little Shi off to play with Ami and Megumi.

[Little Emi]

Note: I had permission to use Ryouji

After she was done resting, Emi hopped up, re-energized. Before she ran off to play, she noticed some boy going up to her mother. She ran over to him, waving. She was gonna see if he wanted to play too! Though this was the first time she saw him. Still, it wouldn't hurt to say hello!

"Hey! Who are you? Oh, my name ish Emi! Nice to meet you!

For some reason, Youhei was acting a little shy. After getting a bit impatient, she ran off to go have fun. It felt kind of lonely without the others there. At that moment, Emi skids to a stop, and hid behind something. It was then when she noticed Azumi, Ryouji, and the whole family coming out from what looked like a door. She giggled to herself as she watched her Uncle carry and set up his little area for his family. Though for some reason, he brought the lady he was fighting with just some time ago.. She wondered why.

Still, Ryouji looked like he was all comfortable. It was her chance to sneak up on him! She was moving behind him, trying to keep quiet. She remembered how she and Shi tried to jump on him one morning and when they called out their attack, he caught them and it ruined the surprise. She had to be quiet. Once she was ready, she was about to make her move until he got up to speak to her mother. she followed him carefully again, and this time, he wasn't gonna get away!

While he was busy talking to Yuri, the little one ran at him with full speed. When close enough, she jumped a little, huggle-tackling him onto the ground. When she heard an 'ooph' sound, she blinked, looking down to him as she was siting on his stomach. She was giggling. This time, she was able to sneak up on him! She was so proud!

"Ga'cha, Uncle 'Ouji! Bet you didn't see that coming! I knew you were here 'cause.. 'cause.. My Emi senses were tingling! I'm so glad you made it! Oh.. Who is the lady you brought? I 'member you fighting with her.. Ish she a good lady now??"

[Ronin]

Ronin had arrived just after Emi tackled Ryouji, shaking his head. Emi was one to pounce, tackle, and sometimes even bite things when bored. He looked around, heading over to Yuri slowly.

"Sorry I'm late, I got held up in one of my classes. The instructor made me show the rest of the class how to properly perform a Kido."

Ronin them picked up Emi, smirking lightly to her. He poked her nose, laughing lightly.

"And you, didn't we talk about all the pouncing? Have you been a good girl since I last saw you?"

It was then that Ronin noticed Youhei, shifting his eyes to the boy. He moved closer to Yuri, whispering to her.

"Who's the kid? I never seen him before but something seems familiar."

[Shukumei Onigata]

After seeing Emi tackle Ryouji the way she did, Shukumei giggled at the little one, she really did get him good. It felt good to be back with her family and more importantly out of that damned hospital. She felt as if she missed so much, she missed both Emi and Ami being born and well pretty much her entire squad although the visited her frequently, but to be able to walk and return doing things she usually did just made her happy. She was a little sad that Emi hadn't noticed that she was actually here with everyone. It didn't matter just seeing her being her usual cute self was enough for her at least for now.

She found herself sitting near Azumi and Hina, Hina had her nose in a book and Azumi was looking was going to hurt someone. She could hold a grudge for ages even.

"Ayame isn't that bad of a person Azumi, she is a very sweet person. You just have to get to know her better, that's all! Trust me I think the two of you would get along great. She did raise us you know!"

When Azumi turned and glared at Shukumei, both of her eyes had gone red, as if she was going to use the death stare on her. Shukumei turned and glanced the other way while rubbing the back of her head and chuckled nervously. There would be only one person who could bring her out of the mood she was in.

"Hey Emi! Auntie Azumi needs a hug from you!!!!"

[Little Emi]

I had permission to use Ayame

Emi just huffed as her father picked her off of Ryouji. She was gonna give him an extra big hug! When he asked if she was a good girl, she could only giggle. Of course she was! She was always a good girl! she can't help it if she enjoys roughhousing with Ryouji!

"I ish always a good girl, Papa!"

When she heard Shukumei call her name, she squirmed free of hr father's grip, running over to her Auntie and cling-huggling her leg. She loves Shukumei about as much as Ryouji. She was just happy that she was finally out of the hospital. Now she can hang out with everyone again! Today was gonna be a super awesome day!

"Auntie Mei-mei! I ish happy to see you! I was weally startin' to miss ya! Uncle 'Ouji was missin' ya too, but you know he ishn't gonna say anything about it!"

Then when Shukumei mentioned that Azumi needed a hug, she tilted her head to the side. was Azumi upset or something? Well, if a hug would make her happy, a hug she would get! The little one ran over to Azumi, hugling her by clinging to more or less her stomach. She let out a giggle, looking up to her other auntie.

"Auntie 'Zumi, why ish you all mad? Pwease don't be mad! I luff you very much! Pwease be happy!"

As Emi was huggling Azumi, Yuri was listening to Ronin's question. She has no idea who the kid is, but she to feels as if there was something about him but just couldn't put her finger on it. For now, she would have to keep an eye on the child. With everything that's going on, who's to say it wasn't some kind of trick or something?

After Emi lets go of Azumi, she runs over to Ayame, tilting her head to the side. Was this the person th at was making Azumi so mad? She remembers her from the time Ryouji fought her for a little bit. She didn't seem all that bad, really. In fact, she looked really pretty.

"Uhm.. Nice to meet ya! I ish Emi! Who are you?"

Ayame Knelt down to Emi's level in order to get a good look of her. She had seen her in Ryouji's arms the last time, and now she can have a closer look. She looked so adorable, after all. It would be hard to resist talking to her.

"It's nice to meet you as well, little one. My name is Ayame."

Out of impulse, the little one gave Ayame a hug. After all, she did come with Shukumei and Ryouji and there is no way they would have brought a bad guy with them! She must be good!

"Welcome to the uh.. to where ever we are, Auntie Aya~ Pwease be sure to be fun! Oh.. You do look weally pretty, but no one looks better than Auntie 'Zumi! You should try some of her yummy food! I'm sure you will like it!"

[Youhei]

Youhei watched the other kids play, walking up to Yuri. She was just like his father had described, as was Ronin. He motioned for her to kneel down as he was not that tall yet. Once Yuri was near his height he shyly talked to her.

"My father sends his best, he can not be here as he is helping mother raise the family. I am Nori's son, he told me to mention your camera that you keep in your inner pocket. He says you take pictures of everything. I will be acting as your support when in the real world, don't worry, I have been trained by him for this, even ol' man hat and clogs helped."

He tapped his fingers together, getting nervous from talking so much, he wasn't all that much for conversation, like his father, he was more into letting his actions speak for him. He studied Yuri's face, hoping she would accept his story.

[Azumi Onigata]

I had permission to use Emi


After being huggled and told she was loved by her favorite little person. Azumi's mood instantly changed to one of happiness. She was on cloud nine. It was rather interesting that a little girl like Emi could totally change the way she was feeling. It wasn't much of a secret why Azumi often sought to kidnap her before, she and Yuri moved in. Her eyes were sparkling...and she felt better now thanks to that little cute than she had all week!

"I luff you too EMI!!!"

That child was just beyond awesome for words. She knew exactly what to say and when to say it to change the way a person felt. Not to mention she was friendly to everyone. Though with good reason if she was ever in trouble she knew all she had to do was call out to her Uncle Ouji and he would rescue her as he often did when she called to him anyway. Why couldn't Ami be like that instead of so quiet and stern! Even Shi when she was younger rebelled, but Ami is just 'perfect' or at least close to it. Though she does take after her Auntie Shukumei.

After standing up and getting settled into her chair she glanced around the immediate area, looking for the Elder Shi, apparently she had ran off to do her own thing. It was at that point where she noticed her baby girl off in the distance talking to a boy...a human one no less. Azumi leaned over to Ryouji and told him that their daughter had grown up to be quite the woman under Yuri's tutelage. Azumi was proud of her, she had gone through so much and still turned out really well.

"Look at her over there, this is the first time I've ever seen her talk to a boy that wasn't her Lieutenant or well you for that matter. She's gorgeous!"

Azumi turned her head and giggled at the thought of her daughter daughter being interested in boys. When she turned around she noticed that the father in Ryouji was beginning to rear its ugly head and he was angrily stomping toward Big Shi.

Azumi stood up and called out to him but he didn't respond. She jumped up out of her chair and onto Ryouji's back to slow him down but with her being so tiny and him being so gigantic...it didn't work out half as well as it did in her head.

"Ryouji, she is a grown woman she can talk to boys! She can date if she wants to."

"Emi, Shi, Ami, help me stop Ryouji from embarrassing Big Shi!!"

After hearing Azumi ask for their help, how could they not resist. Emi ran over to her Uncle Ouji and clung to his left leg while Ami clung to his right. They were too tiny! Little Shi clung to her father's chest and he was still going.

"Okay girls let go! I have a better idea!"

Once the girls released Ryouji Azumi brought her hands together and perform a quick set of hand signs before extending both of her hands out in front of her

"KIN!!!!!"

Several rather large straps of leather emerged from the sand below and pulled Ryouji downward and strapped him down into the sand. After he was locked down Azumi sighed and sat down near him.

[yumiko]

She had no early idea what to do. At one point, she was working on her Captain duties and then the next, her daughter is dragging her to the beach. In a 'bikini', no less! It was quite embarrassing, really. After the Senkaimon opened, She utterly refused to leave it. She didn't want anyone to see her like this.

"Come on, Mama! You gotta come out of there sooner or later!"

With a heavy sigh and a somewhat disgusted look on her face, she stepped out of the senkaimon, already blushing from embarrassment. She could already feel their stares, even if they weren't looking at her. She was beginning why she even agreed to come at all. Well, there's no point going back since she's already here now.

"..Hello everyone.."

It came off as rather low tone. It was on purpose, after all. She wasn't trying to bring attention to herself. Seeing what her mother was doing, the Elder Emi grabbed her mother's hand, more or less pulling her to the other. Caught off guard, the Captain had no other choice but to be dragged along in front of everyone.

"Er..Long time no see.. Right?"

[Ronin]

Ronin saw everyone start to show up and he began to feel a little awkward. He knew he was supposed to know all these people, but at best all he had were vague ideas or flashes of who they were to him. He left his zanpaktaou near Yuri's belongings, shedding his kimono as he just came from his classes. Underneath he was wearing his swim trunks, ironically a pair Yuri and Emi had picked out for him on their last outing together.

So many people... I don't know or remember all of them and some of them I have never seen before...

Ronin shrugged, pushing all the awkward feelings aside. He was going to have a good time, no matter how little he knew about the people. His eyes kept drifting to the new boy, a feeling of familiarity surrounding him. He looked like someone he felt he should know, but was drawing a blank yet again. He pushed the feeling aside and continued to look around at everyone gathered.

[Future Shizune]

As soon as Lady Yu..miko? greeted everyone Shi appeared out of a flash step and hug tackled her as hard as she could causing the two of them to fall onto the ground with a loud thud. Shi wrapped her arms around her as tightly as she could and began to squeeze hug the life out of her.

"Lady Yumi!!! Good job Emi on finally convincing her to bring herself down from home and having some fun with us. Yes finally some real real fun with Lady Yumi one that doesn't involve us cleaning up stuff or patrolling! Oh my god, Lady Yumi, does that mean you can actually relax? I mean like truly and honestly relax without reminding me of my duties as a captain? YES!!!!"

She's never seen Lady Yumi in a relaxing light, she was always so serious, just like her father. Maybe that's where she got it from. He's always super serious to even when she was growing up. Even though her rebellious days were over, she could finally get into a bit of mischief and not have to worry about the consequences right away. Then again she was here with her parents too...and her father was just as scary if not scarier than Lady Yumi. Her happy look turned to a grim hopeless look. In any case she was still very happy to see her!

[yumiko]

She was caught by Shi's tackle, letting out an 'ooph' as she hits the ground. With one eye closed from being more or less squeezed to death, she patted Shi on the back a little. She was a bit surprised at her reaction from seeing her. They had just met some time ago. She wasn't complain about it, but it seems this is becoming a custom when they meet.

"Well.. I don't know about getting away with anything but.."

She sat up from the ground, rubbing the back of her head. They were kind of on vacation or so Megumi told her. Maybe once she could actually allow them and[ herself to have fun. It would be hard though. With all that's happened, she really hasn't had fun in over.. who knows how many years.

"Oh..So be it. I will try to er..relax.. but no guarantees."

When she got up, she helped Shizune back on her feet. It would be nice for her to speak to the others since it's been a long time since their last visit. Well, they might as well enjoy it for soon as they go back, it's business as usual.

"So..What's on the agenda?"

It was then she looked over to Ronin. There was an air of uncertainty or caution around him. It was as if he was out of place. Only one thing came to mind about to the situation. She might as well go over to him and see what was going on. She goes by Azumi and the others, making small conversation before turning her attention to Ronin for a moment.

"You alright? You seem ill-at-ease."

[Ronin]

Ronin shifted his eyes to Yumiko, raising an eyebrow. She seemed familiar somehow, and it showed in his eyes. He shrugged at her statement, scoffing like he did when he was trying to play things off, not that he would remember if he did or not.

"I don't remember things, they tell me about people and events, but i know nothing of them. Sometimes i get feelings or flashes about certain things, but nothing that makes much sense. I don't even know why I'm telling you this... it's like I know you or something..."

He rubbed the back of his head, the way he used to in the past when he was nervous. For an unknown reason he felt comfortable around her, just like he felt around Yuri. He shrugged it off, his red and black eyes looking around a little.

[Ryouji Onigata]

Appearing out of thin air seemingly, Ryouji stood next to 'Yumiko' and placed his hand on top of her head and began to laugh loudly and obnoxiously. Eleven years of nonstop training plus three years after that battle in the Sereitei, she still hasn't grown an inch. It was clear to him that she and Yuri would stay should forever.

"What are you doing here short stuff! I'm shocked you could actually afford the time to come here and have fun. Honestly I had no idea that you would even come. Megumi just vanished suddenly and when she comes back you're here. I'm glad you came!"

Azumi who was sitting exactly where she pinned Ryouji to the ground looked up and saw him patting Yumiko on the head and laughing. She narrowed her eyes and glanced back where the bindings were and realized he wasn't even there. She shrieked a bit before turning around and piecing it all together.

"HOW THE HELL DID YOU ESCAPE RYOUJI?!?"

Upon hearing Azumi scream he turned back and saw her running directly toward him. He sighed and cleared his throat before turning back to Yumiko. Even under pressure he remained calmed and collected.

"Sorry to cut this short!"

Yumiko glared after he began to pat the top of her head and laugh again. It was always a punchline between the two of them about how short she was, not this time she was going to help Azumi capture him. Before he could turn away, she kicked Ryouji in the shin and moved aside as Azumi tackled him to the ground. From the impact there was sand thrown up everywhere. When she knew she had him for certain this time, Azumi stood up and laughed before using the classic peace sign

"Victory!!"

When she looked down, again he wasn't there, and it made her furious! How the hell does he always seem to escape at the last second! Then she realized that he could create clones of himself. She narrowed her eyes. Yet she knew someone who could always find him with or without his clones.

"By the end of the day I will capture you!"

Azumi winked and blew a kiss before turning to go sit down in her chair again to plot nefarious ways to capture him with the help of one very special person.

[Little Emi]

Emi just watched in awe as Ryouji was able to thwart Azumi's and Yumiko's attempt to catch him. It was so cool how he could make clones like that! Though, she was confused as why everyone was calling Yumiko, well.. Yumi. She just seemed just like her mother, but different. She doesn't know how she knows, she just knows! The little one runs over to Yumiko, tugging on her hand a little. After gaining her attention, she knelt down to the little one's height.

"Is something the matter?"

"I ish just confuzzled as to why everyone ish callin' you Yumi."

"Well, that is my name. Well, a nickname, rather."

"No Lyin'! Mama says it's not nice to lie! You and Mama are the same! So that makes you.. Uh..Mama #2!"

Yumi was indeed surprised to see that such a young child could figure it out. She was sure to make sure her disguise was a good one. It left her completely baffled. Still, she gave the little one a pat on the head. Just seeing the present version of Emi reminded her of the times her Megumi was just a young child.

"I dunno how I know! I just know!

"Emi, will you come over here, please!"


Emi waved bye to Yumi and zoomed over to Azumi who was sitting in her chair. She seemed like she was up to something. Maybe she was thinking about how to get back at Ryouji! What does that have to do with her though?

"Yesh, Auntie 'Zumi?"

[Youhei]

Youhei had been watching people arrive and run around, feeling a bit nervous. He began walking backward, feeling a little uncomfortable. He was about to turn and walk away when he turned right into Yuri, sending them both to the sand.

"Oh... I'm sorry, I wasn't paying attention... There are a lot of people here, I was not expecting so many..."

He helped Yuri to her feet, tapping his fingers together nervously. He watched Yuri study him, like she recognized him but could not place him. He kept tapping his fingers together, looking at her with a shy gaze.

[Yuri Nakayama]

Note: This will be a combination of Yuri and the Emis.

Yuri chuckled as the small child helped her up. Though she couldn't place who he was or why she had a feeling of familiarity, it didn't matter too much, anyway. He seemed like a good kid and didn't appear to be misleading her in anyway. Patting his head, she looks to him, hoping she could ease his feeling of uneasiness.

"Yes, there are a lot of people. These are my friends and family.Sure, some may seem grumpy or to serious but.."

She could feel the stare of her future alter ego and it made her feel uncomfortable which was shown by her nervous laughter and her rubbing the back of her head. Talk about all work and no play.

"H..Heh.. Anyway, they are wonderful people that you can count on. Don't be afraid to ask us for any help at all."

While she was talking to the small boy, Litle Emi was off by the water, running to and fro as the waves came and went, giggling each time she managed to outrun the waves. It wasn't before long, she saw something that caught her attention and went right over to it.

Meanwhile, Big Emi had gone over to Azumi to talk to her for a bit. She has been wanting recently a younger sibling to look after kind of like how Big Shi would look out for her. With her mother and father so busy, it doesn't seem like it's gonna happen. It kind of made her sad. That is, until she remembered what Azumi told her when she was little.

"You know, Miss Azumi.. I've been wanting a small sibling like how your little Shi has one. Mama and Papa have been so busy lately.. I know! I'll have to tell them thye ned to pray to Shichimenchou if they want to have another child! Makes me wonder if they prayed to it to get me.."

The Little one had picked up her item of interest and eaddled over to Hina. The thing was so big, it was hard to carry! However, she was ever so determined to show off her discovery to Hina since Azumi was busy talking to her grown-up self.

"Auntie Hina! Guess what?! I have something to show you~"

It took a bit of time, but the little one got close enough to Hina and lifted up her little arms the best she could to reveal that she was carrying.. an Eel, of all things.

"I dunno what it ish.. It ish..kinda cute in a weirdish way.. ishn't it?! I found it all by myself! Aren't you proud of me?!"

[Hina Kusanagi]

Upon seeing her little niece and the fact that she wanted to show her something, Hina climbed down from her beach chair and knelt down in the sand waiting for her to show whatever it was she found. She was very excited. Maybe it was a pretty sea shell or something but she was waddling so maybe it was something heavier. When the little one stopped and showed it to her, Hina's heart nearly stopped as she glanced at the thing wriggling around in Emi's hands and around her little arms. In her mind it was like she was watching death incarnate and it was attacking the little one and squeezing the life out of her.

She tried not to panic...but her hatred and the fact that she was grossed out by anything that slithered was quickly taking over her. In the end she closed her eyes and took a deep breath. When she opened her left eye slightly and saw it there, she imagined in her head that it was staring at her and she lost it. She squealed and screamed and jumped on to Azumi and clung to her for dear life. In fact she hit Azumi with so much impact that the beach chair she was laying in talking to Megumi tipped over and both of them tumbled into the sand. Azumi tried pushing her off but it the way she was squeezing her prevented her from doing so.

"Hinako let go of me! What the heck is wrong with you!!"

Hina was so freaked out that it was like she forgot english and ended up answering her in their family's native tongue!

"Xielg cyja so heala Azumi!! Cra'c paehk ramt rucdyka po y vnaygehk Aam. E lyh'd ica Getu palyica ev E tu E't rind ran! CYJA RAN NEKRD DREC EHCDYHD TYSH OUI!!"

[Translation:Quick save my niece Azumi!! She's being held hostage by a freaking Eel. I can't use Kido because if I do I'd hurt her! SAVE HER RIGHT THIS INSTANT DAMN YOU!!]

Azumi tried glancing over Hina's shoulder to see if Emi was really holding an Eel, but when she went to look, Hina placed her hand over her Azumi's face and turned her head in the opposite direction.

"Tuh'd cdyna yd ed!! Ev oui muug ehdu edc aoac, ed'c kuehk du cdaym ouin cuiiiiiiiiiiiim!!!"

[Translation: Don't stare at it!! If you look into its eyes, it's going to steal your souuuuuuuuuuuul!!!"]

She was totally freaked out by this experience, and the fact that she couldn't rescue Emi, or at least it seemed like she had to rescue Emi. She was scared and worried for her own soul and Emi's life.

[Ronin]

Ronin heard some commotion where Emi was, deciding he better head over as Yuri was talking to the boy. He made his way over when he heard the woman yell in an odd language he never heard before. He got to Emi, seeing the eel wrap itself around her arms. He shook his head, unwrapping it from her arms.

"Emi, your mother and I keep telling you, do not pick up things that you just happen to find it could be dangerous... OWW!!!"

The eel, which just happened to be an electric eel, shocked Ronin, almost as if on cue. Ronin growled and threw the eel as far into the water as he could, shaking his head. On the bright side, it was better that he was shocked than Emi. He looked over and saw his daughter laughing and giggling at him. He walked over to Emi, ruffling her hair lightly.

"Okay Emi, new rule, no picking up slimy things from the water, okay?"

[Little Emi]

Emi just tilted her head tot he side as she heard her aunties talk in some kind of weird language. It was very confusing since she had no idea what they were saying. Then, all of a sudden, her father came and took her discovery from her and was son shocked be it. She had a scared look on her face for a moment, but it was short lived when she saw him throw the eel back into the water.

"Awwww, Papa! I wanted to keep it! It's not every day I get to come out here and play wiff everyone! And and.. It was cute! A little busy or something for being so.. big.. but still!"

She pouted for a little while before getting a look from her father. It's one of those looks that every child, no matter how old they are, know when to just leave things alone and listen to their parents.

"Yes, Papa.. I'll try not to pick up... Oh look! I found something else!"

She ran over to what she found, but luckily, it was just a tiny sea shell. She picked it up and dusted it off. It looked very pretty. Then when she looked over to Hina, she then noticed how scared she was. It made her sad! She then made a mad dash to confort her poor auntie. She just needed a biiiig hug!

"Auntie Hina~ I ish so sorry that I scareded you! I haff something else to show you! But it's not a big, weird, wriggly,uh..water..cat..caterpitter!"

As soon as she got close to Hina, she was stopped by Hina's hand. With her being taller than her, she could like, jsut hold her back or whatever! All she was doing was running in place and not making any progress at all! It caused her to flail her arms about in a frustrated manner. It made her think that her auntie didn't want to be huged because she scared her.

"Auntie Hina, pwease be nice and let me hug you! I said I ish sorry for scaring you with the water caterpitter!"

[Hina Kusanagi]

Hina only stopped Emi because she was contaminated by the soul sucking eel! She instantly grabbed her bag and pulled out sanitizers and a towel. She sprayed Emi's hands and arms around rubbed her clean with the towel before picking her up. She began to check her for bite marks on her arms and legs. She even turned her upside down and checked her ankles and feet which prompted a giggle from the little one.

"Are you alright sweetheart, that Eel didn't steal your soul did it?!"

Emi continued to giggle at her Auntie funny talk, but when she was put down the right way, she looked up to her Auntie with a confused look on her face.

"Auntie Hina, Whatsa soul?"

Upon hearing the question from the little one Hina eyes grew all big from her unmistakable cuteness and Hina quickly picked her up and gave her the biggest hug ever.

"You are just to adorable for words!!"

Hina began to giggle while swaying from side to side and hugging her cute little self and her adorable cluelessness! It was to bad Emi didn't fear slimy things like she did, who knows what she would pick up next.

When Emi showed her the pretty shell she picked up. It was pretty but it was all dirty and old looking. She smiled and took it from her for a moment.

"Lets see, if we can make this prettier for you"

After a hand sign or two, she clasped her hands over the shell and used kido to heat the shell and give it a nice gloss. Then she tore a thin piece of her hair ribbon and turned the shell into a necklace for the little one. She placed it over her head and smiled

"There you go. Now please don't ever scare Auntie Hina like that again!"

[Youhei]

Youhei had stayed behind Yuri once one of the women had started screaming. He peeked out from behind Yuri to see what was going on and saw the eel, grinning as it clung to Emi's arms. He saw the woman flip out and cling to another woman there and start the strange talking once again. Youhei blinked tugging lightly on Yuri's arm.

"Your friends are a little odd... are they always like this or just on times like this? The lady screaming is funny though... always jumping and talking strange words..."

Youhei laughed when Ronin got shocked, and then fell down from laughter when Ronin launched the eel into the water. Maybe i would be a good time, he knew he would have to meet them all eventually, beter to get it done sooner rather than later.

[Akane]

As everyone was having a good time as if without a care at all, Akane was watching everything from a safe distance, making sure to keep her Spiritual pressure down to a level where she cannot be sensed. It often crossed her mind as to why Lady Ayame.. Rather, Lord Zetsumei, would associate her/himself with Shinigami after making it clear that she despised all Shinigami. This strange behavior didn't happen until the man she fought with well.. fought with her. What could he have said that would have made her drop everything at the turn of a hat? It just didn't make any sense.

Regardless of any outcome, she had to do something. While she did not interfere in the fight, it was obvious to her that not only was her mentor and parental figure defeated, she was humiliated at that. It wasn't something she was going to take likely. Even if he meant no harm in it. she was going to defend, or at least attempt, her honor.

It was time to make herself known to them. She just hated that there were children at the scene to witness whatever would happen. She would be a fool if she underestimated them at all. With a flash step or two, she appeared in front of everyone. Of course, she could have appeared without any disguise, but she liked to throw people off although her disguise consisted of a large cloak that covered her whole body and a hood to hide her face. She unsheathed her her Zanpakutou, pointing it to the group of people in front of her.

"It took quite some searching, but I finally found you all. Rather, I found the person I was looking for [Referring to Ryouji which will be stated later]. The last time, you made a mockery of Lord Zetsumei. I will not permit it any longer!"

It was then when she shifted her Zanpaktou from the others to Ryouji. She had a feeling he was way stronger. She could tell by just looking at him. It was the vibe he was giving even if he wasn't releasing any spiritual pressure. After Yumi had heard her mention 'Zetsumei, her glance went over to Akane. Surely by now she would have thought that the Shinigami Hunter Leader of this Era would have been dead or turned in by now. Perhaps she was talking about avenging her? Either way, it was a matter that needed to be cleared up.

"What on Earth are you talking about? I'm very certain that this Timeline's Zetsumei is either dead or in Shinigami custody"

It was sad to see many people so misinformed. Though she would hate to give away Ayame's cover if she was using her real name. It wouldn't be her place to be. Then, it wasn't before long Ayame stepped up and began to speak.

"I understand what you're doin, but you need to back down, and that's an order.

Yumi was staring at Ayame who gave the order to the individual before them. For her to do such a thing.. Would that really make her a Shinigami hunter? OR rather.. Could it be that.. She was actually..

"I suppose there is no need to keep things in the shadow anymore. I am the Leader of the Shinigami Hunters: Zetsumei.

[yumiko]

Upon hearing that the woman who's been hanging out with them was actually the dreaded Zetsumei, Yumi had bagan to grit her teeth. It was her attempt to stay calm, and it was failing.All she could do was stare at this..Ayame. All she could see from her was all the hatred that she had buried over the course of her life. Rather, the hatred that was created because of her killing her family members or those she viewed as family. It was because of her that Shizune had to grow up without her family. Granted, it may have not been this one that did the deed, but it still pissed her off. Thta simple fact didn't matter to her. This woman was Zetsumei. That's all she needed to know.

"...So.. You're Death's Hand? The Infamous Zetsumei? Heh..Right under our noses the whole time!"

Luckily for her (meaning herself), she had brought some soul candy as a precaution in case an emergency had appeared. To her, this would definitely count as one. Eating the Soul candy, her Shinigami form was more or less pushed out of the Gigai, already unsheathing her Zanpaktou, ready to do Battle. It was at this point where her rage far exceeded her thought process.

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"You dare show your face after you have murdered so many innocent people?! I will make you regret ever deciding to become Zetsumei!"

Yumi then released a great deal of her spiritual pressure, having an enraged look and feel about her. She was going to put an end to Ayame one way or another. Even if someone tried to stop her, she would do whatever it took to get them out of the way and settle things once for all.

"By the end of the day, I swear on the lives of those you killed, and those you took away from me, I will kill you!"

Ayame had a confused look on her face. It would be understandable since to her, she has never met her nor know of the things her future self had done. Well, she was going to make sure she knew every detestable thing her future alter ego did whether she likes it or not.

"What are you talking about? I know I have done horrible things, but I have no idea who you are!"

"Then let me make it clear for you. I know god and well you're not the Zetsumei who did all the horrible things, but you are still him! It's only a matter of time before it comes to pass!I went through a grueling process to have my appearance change so I could come back without being noticed. I come from the same time the Elder Shi and Megumi come from. I'm sure by now that concept was explained to you. Well, I am the future Yuri Nakayama. You.. Heh.. You took away not only my family, but Shizune's too! You killed Not only Ryouji, but Shukumei and Azumi!"

When Ayame heard what Yumi had to say, a look of horror on her face. To believe, or even think of a timeline where she killed the very people she had raised seemed so far-fetched. It didn't seem like she was lying. If she was, she was being a good actress on being so angry. Before she could even react, Yumi had flash stepped in front of her to cut her off. There was no way she was going to escape.

"After so many years, we finally caught up to you. You were very close of sending me to my grave, and you were cocky because of it. You managed to get a part of your insignia on my arm, but fortunately for me, Shizune kept me from suffering the same fate as her relatives. Even if you are a different version of Zetsumei, it means nothing to me! You're still.. You're still the one who took everything from us!"

EAch time she tried to land a blow on Ayame, she would just dodge it. Getting even more frustrated, Yumi performed several flashsteps around Ayame. When Ayame tried to strike Yumi, all she would hit was an after image of her (from doing the flash steps so fast). When appearing behind AYame and catching her off guard, Yumi hits Ayame in the back with the but of her Zanpaktou, causing her to hit he ground. Walking over to her, she lifted her Zanpaktou up in the air, ready to deal the final blow to her. Just as soon as the tip of the blade was close to her back, she felt someone grab onto her wrist. It caused her to shift her eyes to the person who was keeping her from exacting her revenge.

"Why are you, of all people, stopping me?"

[Ryouji Onigata]

After grabbing, Yumiko's wrist to stop her assault on Ayame, Ryouji narrowed his eyes. He was rather disappointed in her, choosing now of all times to want to exact her revenge. Not only that he didn't train her to be vengeful but to protect what she valued most.

"I'm stopping you because you are wrong, I didn't train you to be so vengeful. You are above such petty tactics. The Zetsumei who did all those terrible acts is has already asked for forgiveness and she died at the hands of Jin. While they are similar in so many ways, they are not the same person. Your Zetsumei was misguided and drowned in her own rage. Your Zetsumei was no longer capable of human emotions,whatever humanity The future Zetsumei had, left her long before she died. She asked Shizune to forgive her as she took her last breath. If you were here, I'm sure she would have asked you for the same thing. It wouldn't have brought back the Shinigami she killed. It was however the end of a dreadful past for you."

Ryouji released Yumi's wrist and turned away from her. He couldn't really imagine it at all, nor did he want to know what it was like to live like she did, to go what she went through. It had to be tough but she grew so much stronger without him. Her life kept moving on, even if time felt like it stopped completely with out him or Shukumei being there for her.

"I can't imagine what its like. I can't pretend like I know how you felt that day, having to bury the three of us. I am however familiar with the rage you feel. Thinking that its up to you to change the outcome of things is no way to fight. Its no way to live nor is it a good way to find peace. Its time for you to let it go Yumi. Let go of that hatred so you can move on with your life. You have a daughter who followed in our footsteps to become a Shinigami, you don't want to give her the wrong impression that its okay to seek revenge when everything has been taken from you. Do you? Do you want her to think its okay to take revenge if you have the means to succeed?"

Ryouji sighed and placed his hand on her head and began to rub her head like a mentor would do a good student.

"Let it go now...for your own sake. I know myself pretty well and I"m sure when Zetsumei killed Azumi, Ryouji lost it and tried to avenge her and the same with Shukumei. They wouldn't want you making their same mistake."

[Ronin]

Ronin had been looking out at the ocean for a while, finding the waves rather calming. There was something about the waves raising and crashing around him that Ronin found thereputic. He suddenly started looking around, getting an odd sense of danger. Almost instinctively he began to scan the surrounding area, taking his time to absorb every detail.

What is this feeling all of a sudden? It feels like something is stalking me, I know the person, but it's like I can't place who it is... Who are you and why do I know you are pure evil?

Ronin continued to scan the area carefully, wanting to find the source of the bad vibes. He was going to remain uneasy until he found out who was making him so uncomfortable, especially since Emi was in the area. As long as he lived, he would ensure that nothing bad happened to his daughter.

[yumiko]

Yumi became more enraged due to the fact that Ryouji protected what could eventually turn out to be a cold-blooded murderer. Though, as she listened to him, she couldn't help but to agree with what he said. She was never trained to seek out revenge. It was always to do anything within the realms of right to keep what she saw as important safe from harm. When he let go of her wrist, she sheathed her Zanpakutou. It was at that moment she felt him place his hand on her head and rubbing/patting it. Just that action alone soothed her into a more calm, rational person. Though, it was making her blush. It was just like he used to do while he was captain.

"Let go of my anger and move on? I suppose it's all I can do. It'll be hard though. That same anger was what fueled my survival. Well, that's half true. I had both Shizune and Megumi.. Ronin as well. I have them."

It was then she helped Ayame back onto her feet. Though she felt like she was doing as she should, part of her did feel bad for attacking like that. None of that mattered now. Even if she was confusing the two Zetsumei's, at least one turned their life around before it was too late. The least she could do now was apologizing for causing any harm.

"I hope you will accept my heartfelt apology. In the back of my mind, I knew you were different, but I was consumed by my rage. Ryouji's right. I cannot allow my daughter to believe that it is fine to go for revenge when something or someone has been taken from her. That wouldn't do my mentor justice. What will, however, is me passing his teachings down to not only to my daughter, but to my whole squad. Well, not just his teachings. Everything I have learned from him, his sister, and wife."

If felt weird to have said all of that. She's not really one for long speeches or anything of the sort, but then again, she more or less gave one. Hopefully, when all that anger gone, for the time being anyway, she can finally relax. It did feel kind of nice. It felt like the weight of the world was removed from her shoulders. Of course, she would still keep a serious demeanor, but it didn't mean she could slack off every now and then...Which would probably never, ever happened.

"So..Uh.. Yeah. I..don't have uh..anything else to say."

[Yuri Nakayama]

Yuri was quite shocked that Yumi was her future self.Now it kind of made sense that she showed up those three years ago to help out with the invasion of Soul Society. She also couldn't believe how strong she was. The spiritual pressure that she released was strong..and kind of thick. Just seeing her move like she did was a bit top hard to sink in. Eventually, she came to her senses and looked behind her. Poor Youhei was behind her, and seemed scared.

"Don't worry about it. Everyone has their own ways of interacting with each other. Rather, they have their quirks. It's what makes us all unique and bring us together. I'm sure you will understand when you are older."

She was a bit worried for Ayame, but when Ryouji stepped in and talked to her, it calmed her down. It made Yuri give out a sigh of relief. She couldn't begin to comprehend all the hardships she, Big Shi, and the Elder Megumi had to go through. She could only thank them for stopping the same thing from happening here.

While everyone else was paying attention to Yumi and Ayame, Little Emi ran over to her father who was watching the waces. She was confused at first as to why he wasn't with the others.While he wasn't paying attention, she tackled him from behind, sitting on his back. She let out a giggle, looking down to him.

"What ish the matter, Papa? Why aren't you talking wiff the others??"

[zanji]

Kyouteki had been searching for Ronin for what seemed like an eternity. He had suddenly disappeared out of the blue and he could not sense him anywhere. He continued to search, knoing deep down that his foe was still alive and well. Then out of nowhere, he sensed Ronin and an evil smirk on his face. He made his way to the location, not surprised that it was at the beach.

There he is! It has been a long time, but I finally found you Shinigami! I will enjoy ending your existence. It will be fitting for you to die in front of your closest friends! this way they will all suffer!

Kyouteki stayed out of sight, getting to a perfect vantage point. Once he had a clear line of sight on his prey, he began to follow his movements. Once he was ready, he fired a cero at Ronin, unaware of the little girl making her way to Ronin.