Fateful meeting.

[ayakouruki]

The sun was just breaking over the horizon. It wasn't long before the sun's warm glow of the sun's rays started to wash over the little sleeping town of Karakura and soon covered it in it's light. The sun's rays slowly creeped into Aya's room. She slowly opened her eyes and sat up. Aya stretched and yawned sleepily. She looked over at the glowing red numbers of her alarm clock, they read 8:35. Aya sighed and flopped back down onto her plush pink covers.

Her long, soft honey colored hair pooled all around her and covered most of her back. Aya wasn't a morning person, so it was very rare to catch her up this early. She hardly ever went to school, so she never got up for class. Aya's attendance record was almost non-existent because she only showed up twice every month. And even though she never attended class, Aya managed to stay at the top of her class. Thanks to the Ryugan that is.

Aya sighed and rolled out of bed. She wore a powder blue nightgown, patterned with tiny pandas. The nightgown stopped just above her knees. Aya changed her clothes. she grabbed a soft grey mini skirt from the closet and slipped it on. Along with a short sleeve, white button up shirt.

She didn't have work today. So she decided she would go take a walk around the park and maybe get something sweet. Aya licked her lips slightly at the promise of food. She put on a pair of brown penny loafers and headed out the door.

Aya had to admit it was nice to be up this early. The sun wasn't as high in the sky. So it wasn't nearly as hot as the afternoon, there was a cool breeze and the birds were all singing happily and chirping with delight. Shops were just opening up and business men and women were on their way to work. Aya waved and said hi to many people on her way.

Aya was halfway to the park when her nose caught the delicious scent of freshly made crepes. Her stomach growled it's approval and before she knew it she found herself buying a chocolate one. Aya munched on her treat happily. She turned on her heel and headed towards the park.

The park was always lovely. There were flowers everywhere and nice big trees that provided ample shade. It was Aya's favorite place besides Urahara's shop of course. Eventually Aya made it to her destination. She walked along the hiking trail that bordered the park's perimeter and hummed a sweet melody to herself.

Aya made her way to one of the big trees and sat underneath it. She rested against it's large trunk, her legs tucked underneath her. Aya tilted her head up toward the sky and watched the clouds pass through the leaves. The sun danced little patterns on her fair skin through the branches.

Aya sighed in content as she enjoyed the peace and quiet. It was very rare that she got to enjoy moments like these. Hollows had been attacking a lot more than usual and that had been taken a toll on her body as of recently so being able to relax like this was more than welcomed. She closed her eyes and just enjoyed the sounds of nature for a while.

[toshirohitsugaya]

Hitsugaya'd be sent upon a sudden mission as he quickly dashes from building to building. For today, he was assigned to a rather complicated task as he is to find and report in a mysterious phenomena that has been procuring around karakura town these times. The boy would shunpo from one building to another gradually smelling the stiffed shallow blood which runs through in the air.

''My what is happening in these districts...? Who is the sihnigami that is suppose to guard around here...!? I'll report right away when I get back..''

Hitsugaya is slightly pissed off and held back due to the laziness and inactivity of the shinigamies workers who were assigned on to here though what can he do?..What ever he does finishing his job remained the first priority as he began to search and down though. The youth'd suddenly encounter the position of Urahara's shop on his next as he decides to descent and asks for a few tips. Ah the old shop...The place where he used to go all the time with his fellow subordinates when they came on earth...It was when again?...The time where they battled the hollows! For sure!

Not thinking less Hitsugaya'd quickly descent upon the rocked roads as he directs himself to the shop front door to give a few knock and shouts.

''Anyone!? ...''

Without anyone answering the boy'd enter out of curiosity without permission as he stares from the left to right.Not like that he wasn't a welcome guest being an old friend of Urahara already though it was still informal of his way. As Captain the boy shouldn't act so boldly and had to respect all form of proper respect, which wouldn't be the current case but what you want?The boy was in a hurry...

[ayakouruki]

Aya woke up about an hour later, She yawned and shook the leaves from her hair. She didn't even realize that she had dozed off, perhaps it really was too early for her. She stood up, dusted herself off and threw her trash away in a nearby dumpster. Aya sighed and wondered what to do next. Normally Aya would have been in class like all the other kids her age but than she would be stuck in a stuffy classroom, listening to some old hag drone on and on about boring information and what fun would that be.

Aya rested her arms behind her head casually and walked around town aimlessly for a while. She stopped in a few places here and there and eventually had made a full circle and arrived back at the park.. She sighed, without work today Aya had nothing to do to keep her occupied.

Most people don't like going to work, but they do it anyways in order to survive. Aya on the other hand loved going to work because she loved her employer. Urahara,Kisuke. Aya's cheeks flushed a light scarlet color at thought of her handsome employer. She truly, deeply loved him... though sadly she knew it was unrequited because Urahara was not the type of man to settle into a relationship. So Aya's love would never be returned and she knew that but it was ok because just being by his side made her happy.

Aya nodded and turned around and headed in the complete opposite direction. So what if she had the day off she would go to work anyways. Something probably needed to be cleaned anyways Aya thought as she tried to justify going to work. Even though the real reason was that she just wanted to see him.

It didn't take her long to reach the little shop. She was just turning the corner when she caught a glimpse of white, spiky hair go inside. Aya stopped and tilted her head slightly. Now that was curious.. Normally Urahara's shop went unnoticed by most people. It was pure chance that she had found it the first day she had met Urahara and everybody else. Aya shrugged her shoulders and didn't think much of the new guest. Maybe it was a Soul reaper.

Aya continued forward and went around back to see if she could find Tessai, Ururu, or Ginta. Aya pouted slightly when nobody was there. the whole place seemed to be empty, Aya shrugged her shoulders and guessed that maybe they all had to go run an errand or something. She would wait for them to return.. Aya went to sit down on the steps outside but a brilliant Idea popped into her head. She would make some tea and cookies for everybody when they got back..

Aya always jumped at the chance to cook or clean. She wanted to show off her abilities so that maybe Urahara would see what a good little wife she would be.... Aya giggled happily and rushed inside. She was too excited to get started however and didn't see that she was about to run into someone..

Aya collided with the stranger and fell with a hard thump. Aya winced and rubbed her now sore bottom. What did she run into? Aya looked up and stared into the face of the spiky, white haired stranger. "Oh yeah! I forgot you were here " Aya declared "I saw you come in earlier and totally forgot that we had a guest. I'm sorry about that... Is there something you need help with? My name is Aya by the way, it's nice to meet you."She continued as she stood up and smiled sweetly.

She could tell by his robes that he was a Soul Reaper. She had seen many in her lifetime. But this particular one seemed rather young to be a Shinigami.

[toshirohitsugaya]

Upon the fast forwarding walk, Hitsugaya'd quickly bump into a woman as he falls down and knocks on his head giving a small slightly impression. The boy'd be surprised upon the sudden apparition of the woman thought he'd be even more in a surprise as she notices his appearance.

''Ow...Watch where you walk! W-Wait...So you can see me!? Aren't you a human!? Wow you must have high spiritual pressure then...''

The boy'd blush a little seeing her sudden appearance thought. How could she ever managed to see him? I mean normal human can't right!? That was already a point proven ... None to say that putting the fact that she had already noticed his entrance earlier...Just who is she?..A spy!?

The youth would suddenly rise up from the ground with ambition and intrigues as he pats himself a few times and looks at her. Oh right he hadn't even presented himself formerly yet though how should he start explaining this to a human?...It seems a rather complicated thing overall though...Maybe an explanation won't hurt?Meanwhile he'd be able to get to his subject. Not so bad after all!

''Mhmm.. The Names Hitsugaya Toshiro. I'm shinigami and Captain of the Jubantai (10th) Squad, nice to meet you. I've come today because I have an important manner to discuss with Urahara and that is all that I can say...''

[ayakouruki]

Aya nodded as the young shinigami introduced himself. "Yes, I can see you.. I've been able to see your kind and hollows ever since I was little. " Aya stated. "Oh your here to see Mr.Urahara.... Well I'm not exactly sure where he is at the moment because you see today is my day off... I work here as his shop clerk." Aya continued.

Aya grabbed an apron that was hanging on a hook and tied it around her waist. " Your welcomed to wait for him here but I'm not exactly sure when he'll return so I can help you if you want. " Aya offered " would you like something to drink?" Aya asked before she stepped into the kitchen.

Off in the distance, a low rumble could be heard. It was the sound of thunder . Aya found that odd though... it was soo sunny the last time she checked.. She peeked her head outside and saw that a few miles away black clouds had swallowed up the sky and it was slowly making it's way towards the rest of the town. The storm would be here in a few minutes. The sound of thunder rumbled even louder than earlier " ooh looks like this storm is gonna be a big one... I think that calls for some hot chocolate, whadd'ya think?" Aya asked Hitsugaya, her motherly nature showing...

About four miles away from the shop, it had already started to rain...it was coming down really hard and fast.. The sky was soo dark, if one didn't know any better one would think that it was nightime instead of high noon.

[toshirohitsugaya]

As thunder began to fall with the overwhelming sinister clouds wrapping in toward the skies hesitating rain would begin to fall with the cries of sorrows. The thunder struck would continuously fall gradually as Hitsugaya laid cold inside the house. The boy'd watch the girl prepare things and move around as he stood there quietly. Did he forget something?..Oh yes what to call her? He presented himself but she didn't!

''It sure is raining outsideoutside...Hey so who are you? And how come you can see me?''

Suddenly, she'd prepare few cups of hot coffee as the hot scent of stiffed steam ran through the air giving a blur to Hitsugaya. The boy hated steam or hot stuffs ! ! Well, mhmm sometime when the thing is relaxing, I guess we can't really refuse...Especially when the one offering it is a nice young lady.

''Mhmm sure I'll take one please...''

Rather intriguing ...Not even the slightest surprise seeing him... This is not normal! Seriously, the boy has no idea how she has attain such an ability though..How is she even at Urahara's house!? Is she a trespasser!? Hitsugaya'd come here often when they were on a hollow hunt thought he has never seeing this face around before!

[ayakouruki]

Aya quickly made herself busy in preparing the hot chocolate. She hummed quietly to herself as she made drinks for the two of them.. The storm had finally made it's way to them, a loud thunder clapped over head and almost shook the tiny store. Aya stopped for a moment because the thunder sounded a lot like the roar of a hollow but Aya shook her head.. She was just being paranoid...

It was just thunder, the rain that fell down in sheets proved that it was in fact just thunder. Aya's thoughts were interrupted by the teak kettle whistling, signaling that it was ready to serve. Aya turned the stove off and poured the hot chocolate into two cups and carried them into the room where Hitsugaya was waiting. "I put extra marshmallows in it for you.." She said with a playful wink.

She set the cup down in front of him and took a seat across from
him.

"Hey so who are you? And how come you can see me?''

Aya smiled sweetly at his questions. " Mmmm, well my name Is Aya Kouruki, I'm 17 years old... I work for Mr. Urahara.. I've been able to see Shinigami and hollows since I was a little girl... it's probably because of my special ability." Aya said smiling. She was rather fond of her unique powers. They weren't anything to write home about but she was glad that she was able to be born with them.

Downtown, the rain was picking up. The rain was coming down so hard that people couldn't even see their own hand in front of their faces. Most people had taken shelter as soon as the storm hit. but there were still people scurrying around, trying to get inside and out of the cold, unforgiving rain.

" So what kind of business did you have with Mr.urahara? If you don't mind me asking?" Aya asked as she took a sip of her hot chocolate. She smiled as the sweet liquid warmed her up. It went down nice and smooth. perfect for rainy weather..