Protector and The Hornet

Kenpachi vs Ichigo Rematch

Ichigo had a spring in his step when he woke up the day after his date withSuì-Fēng. His powers where back up to full health, and he had seen a side of Suì-Fēng that she rarely showed. He felt so powerful, as if he could conquer anyone.

As he got out of bed, and idea came to him, causing a sly grin to appear. It's time for my revenge.

"Ichigo? Where are you off to now?" asked Uryu as he passed him in the hallway of the Shiba household.

"The squad eleven barracks."

Uryu's eyes seemed to pop out of his head. "Have you gone mad? You've only just recovered! Zaraki will be looking to finish his battle with you! If you go there with that gun ho attitude, you'll be in trouble!"

"I'll be fine," replied Ichigo confidently. "I'm much stronger, and I was able to beat him before. I've also improved my technique during my stay at the soul society. If I crush him today, he won't bother me for the remaining time we have here." He made his way to the door with Uryu following.

"You shouldn't do this Ichigo. Even if you do win, there'll still be a cost. You could end up injured."

"There's no point in trying to talk me out of this Uryu," replied Ichigo as he opened the door. Turning back to Uryu with a smile, he said, "Besides, I have a score to settle with him for last time."

Uryu let out a frustrated sigh before following Ichigo. I know this won't turn out well, but someone has to be there to bail him out, and it might as well be me.

"Where is Ichigo going?" asked Orihime as she saw Uryu exit the building.

Giving her a look that said he was sorry, Uryu said, "He wants to challenge  Zaraki to a rematch." He could see the terrified look on her face. He felt compelled to comfort her. "Don't worry. I'll go with him to make sure he's alright."

"Thanks Uryu," said Orihime with a weak smile.

Uryu smiled and nodded before going after Ichigo. Ichigo...for Orihime's sake, I hope you win. I don't want Orihime to have to heal you again. You should've seen how upset she was the last time the eleventh squad captain beat you up.

Ichigo traveled speedily toward the eleventh squad barracks, with Uryu trailing behind at a running pace. Ichigo had decided to slow down so he could save his energy for the fight, allowing Uryu keep him in sight. They could both sense Kenpachi Zaraki's reiatsu, as they got closer. Ichigo was brimming with excitement, while Uryu was getting fearful.

Landing in front of the barracks, Ichigo saw Ikkaku drinking some sake on a nearby roof. The bald soul reaper turned to Ichigo with an amused smile. "Hello Ichigo. I see you're feeling better. Thought I don't think it was smart of you to come here, since it was our captain that beat you up."

"That wasn't a fair fight," replied Ichigo with a confident smile. "Now tell Kenpachi to get out here for the rematch. I'm ready to take him on this time."

"Very well," replied Ikkaku. This should be good. The Captain's been itching for a fight. He'll be overjoyed when he finds out that Ichigo is here to challenge him.

It was only a few seconds before Kenpachi came barreling through the front entrance of the barracks. He had that psychotic grin, which told Ichigo how happy he was. "So Ichigo. You're fully healed." A wild, yellow aura, accompanied by a skull appeared above him after he removed his eye patch and drew his sword. "So let's get started."