Bleach: New Generation

Chapter 47: Resurrection

Kazui's POV:

Both Ichika and I made our way back towards the place where Kaito's dead body awaits. Just thinking about his death makes me wanna vomit. I would definitely prefer for him to be alive. After all, he has so much more life left to live in the Soul Society. And especially his family... My goodness they would be devastated seeing their dead child. That's why bringing him back is my top priority, even if it means sacrificing some part of myself.

I have little power remaining from the time my inner Hollow released that energy blast from my body. Was it called a 'Cero'? I'm not too sure, but I do know that it was the reason that all my powers were drained away from my body. And I am thankful for Kokoryu saving our lives, but the sacrifice would be the rest of my powers being stripped away in exchange for Kaito's revival.

I glanced down at Ichika, whose eyes were red from crying. It seems like death didn't affect her very well, since she was extremely sensitive to that. I would be sensitive too, though due to my circumstances I don't think I'll ever see death the same again. After all, Hell is a very scary place, and I somehow erased that place from my memory. Though there was another thing to take note. Ichika hasn't remembered it either, our time in Hell. She hasn't taken the drug that Captain Kurotsuchi or been explained by Captain-Commander Kyoraku either. It's probably for the better though.

"Are you sure you know what you're doing?", Ichika asked silently.

"Hey, it's alright. Don't doubt me now, Ichika"

"But nobody else in the Seireitei can even raise others from the dead. Not even high-ranking Shinigami have the ability to do so either. So what if-?" I placed a hand on her head and cut her off before she could worry.

"Why are you thinking those bad things? You need to calm down since you got me here. I'll fix anything and find a way to solve this problem. Just relax and let me do the rest", I pat her head gently.

After a while, I felt awkward, so I placed my hand back in the pocket of my Shihakusho. We continued walking, the only sounds are our silent footsteps and the jingling coming from the energy chains around my arms. From time to time, we both glanced at each other. Mostly from me making sure Ichika was alright, but I didn't know what her reason was. I can't imagine what my dad experienced in his days as a Soul Reaper. He must've seen a lot of devastating stuff or even suffering. He never really spoke of his hardships in detail to spare me the trauma, which was probably a good decision. I would've never had the guts to become a Shinigami if it weren't for the role my dad set before me. That's why I want to follow my father and help him into defeating whatever evil is at play. At least, that's what I hope will happen.

It took a couple of minutes, but we eventually arrived at the site. The pool of blood around Kaito's body soaked into the dirt ground below him. I noticed that the spikes that were previously in his body have now disappeared, meaning that killing the shadow eliminated any trace of it. Kneeling down on the floor by his side, I turned him around so that he lay flat on his back. Dull eyes looked upward and not a single breath was heard from him. I didn't want to see Kaito's dead body anymore. The chains around my arms glowed slightly, indicating that it was time.

Yo boss, you sure about this. You may lose all your powers and that'll be a trouble for me...I mean us, a warbled voice spoke in my head.

"Yeah, it'll be alright, Kokoryu. After all, I have a plan to get them back anyway", I spoke softly to myself.

Whatever you say. As long as we still get to fight for you, I won't complain

Another voice spoke as well, deeper than the previous one, I shall follow your lead, young Kazui. For you are the king of us both, it is only natural to grant your wishes.