Ichigo's pov:
I had invited Orihime over after school for dinner. During our walk it felt awkward for some reason. Rukia wasn't asking questions about the world of the living like usual. Orihime made smalltalk every now and then but it always ended in awkward silence. I didn't pay attention to neither Rukia's or Orihime's words I was lost in my own world of thoughts.
Rukia sure has been acting weird. First when We got to school she left us to sit down and rest her head. Then at lunch she distantly Sat from the group. Now she's awkwardly not quiet and annoying.
I came back to reality once I realized we were in front of my house. Rukia walked in the house in a hurry. Orihime and I followed behind her. My family greeted us in the kitchen and we began to eat. Mostly my two sisters and Orihime were the only ones having a conversation. I noticed how Rukia Sat there quietly and just made small fake laughs every now and then.
"What a beautiful necklace you have Orihime," Yuzu complimented. Rukia all of the sudden put her spoon down as she sat there frozen. Orihime thanked her and continued to eat. Suddenly Rukia jolted up and excused herself from the table. She said she was tired but I didn't fall easily for that lie. Moments later everyone had finished with their dinner and I was walking Orihime home.
"Thank you Yuzu the food was delicious. Goodnight everyone," she said before walking out with me. As we walked to her apartment it was silent. For some reason it wasn't awkward it was just one of those comfortable silences. I guess I have gotten us e to it since I have been hanging out with Orihime for a while now. Soon we arrived in front of the building were her apartment was at.
"Thank you for tonight Kurosaki-Kun," she stated. I could hear how grateful she was form her tone. For some reason I liked it and it made me smile.
"You're welcome Orihime." I replied while scratching my head. We both exchanged good nights and turned away. As i was about to begin walking she called my name once again. When I turned around Orihime slipped her hands around my neck as she gave me a hug. I stood still in shock. She let go of me and gave a small giggle before she walked away. I began to walk home as well.
Why did I feel that way when she hugged me? For some reason my heart began to beat faster. I can't be falling for her can I? This was all a plan but I didn't expect me to fall, I thought as I walked into my house. I couldn't be feeling that way towards Orihime. It was probably because I was tired and didn't expect it. I convinced myself of that as I walked into my room. All of the sudden I remembered how Rukia was acting strange.
As I stood on front of the closet I felt something strange. I couldn't feel Rukia's reiatsu. I quickly opened the closet doors to find it empty. My eyes widen in shock. I began to panic and wondered were Rukia had went. Only two places popped into my head. She could either be in in the Urahara shop or in the soul society. I ran out the house and towards the shop at the thought of here leaving me behind.
I busted through the doors and found Kiskue sitting down. He stood up as he noticed my presence.
"Where's Rukia?" I yelled. I knew something wasn't right because he wasn't giving me his usual smirk. Neither did he tease me about questioning her whereabouts.
"She told me to open the Senkaimon and she left." he stated coldly. My worry emotion so on was overpowered by anger.
"You have to open it for me," I demanded. Kiskue didn't say nothing which was an obvious no. Why wouldn't he open it?
"She left this," he said while taking a folded piece of paper out his clog. I opened it quickly and felt my jaw clench as I read her words.
Ichigo I'm sorry I left without a word. I feel this is best for Orihime and you. I'm sorry that I made you go through this plan. I can see that it took a turn and you started to like Orihime. How do I know? The way you look at her now is the way you once use to look at me. I don't want to be a burden so I have decided to leave and complete my duties in the soul society. Renji will help you with the hollows from now on. I wish the best for you Ichigo. Please don't follow me because I will newer forgive you for leaving my best friend. All I want from you is to not forget I once stood by your side.
I walked out the store with out saying nothing. I felt as my nails dug into my palms as I tightened my fist. I probably could have shattered my teeth as tight as I clenched them. I began to run home all of the sudden. I ran up the stairs and slammed my room door open. I felt so much anger at this point. I walked over to my night stand and took out the drawers. I dumped everything out and began to search through papers and objects. I stopped searching when I found a small box.
I grabbed it and walked over to close my door. I slid down the wall beside my door as I clenched the box close to my chest. My heaving breathing echoed in my room. After I calmed down I opened the box to reveal a bright orange straw berry necklace. I took it out and admired it. The necklace I gave Orihime wasn't the one Rukia gave me. Orihime kept asking about my necklace so I decided to give her one she thought was mines. It was hard to find an orange strawberry since all the necklaces were red. I colored it with some orange paint. I decided to hide mines so Orihime wouldn't question me. I put the necklace around my neck as I buried my face into my hands. I felt a warm tear drip from my eye. As much as I tried to wipe it away more tears kept coming. This isn't the Ichigo people know. I would never do this but I guess Rukia has changed me. I pulled out her note as I reread it in my mind over and over. I never spent a night and felt so lonely. I never felt the rain pour harder over my heart then I did that night when my heart had a broken part.
A/n: I hoped you all liked it New update tomorrow
