Last night, she was in a daze... Her face was red and she'd stare at the space before her, on her way home. Her great-granddaddy had come looking for her during that night, due to being out late and found her pacing down a path with a dazed look. He questioned her mental stability but he got no answer, so he just picked her up and carried her home. Now, there the goth was, snoring up a storm in her bed and Dao watching her. It was morning, birds chirped and the very dragon himself was leaned up against the wall nearby. His arms folded and his slits were pinned on his sleeping descendant, he wanted to know what happened...he wasn't very happy. Something happened to her... I must find out who the culprit was... When she wakes up, I demand answers. he mentally noted, soon making his eyes close and allowed a grumble to escape his shut mouth.

Kai was sprawled out on her bed, her presents laid next to her on the floor and she was snuggling the stuffed dog...? Her makeup was off and her hair was down, Dao must have removed them when he put her to bed; such a caring parent.~ At hearing a knock on her door, the old man walked over and opened it. The very same maroon-haired girl from before, stood in the doorway carrying a tray of covered-up food and seemed rather excited to be there; a big grin with a faint flush on her cheeks was evident.

Dao just rose a brow and mentally questioned why she was there. He just stared at her, waiting until she said something. Finally, with Maiya giggling, the silence broke and she spoke up. "Hi, I am Maiya Donieri and I wanted to know if Koumetsu was up!" she asked happily only to have the door close in her face.

She blinked in wonder, confused as to why that man would do that. Time went by and she was still standing there...waiting, wanting to give her idol some of her home-cooked food. Suddenly, the door before her flew open, and there stood the six-foot goth with a not so pleased frown.

"The hell, do you want...?" Kai asked with her slits viewing the short girl and one hand holding the door open. Maiya just gawked at her features, her mouth hung open slightly and she couldn't break her mauve eyes from her. Her features without her makeup and her hair down, made the short girl think she was some gothic model!

Once recognition hit her, those words repeated in her head and she got angry. "So rude...~ And here I was, delivering food to you out of generosity!" she huffed and puffed out her cheeks, looking rather pissed from the rude greeting.

"Tch-...fiiiine... Come on in..." the punk offered and walked off, back into her home. She left the door open letting Donieri step right in and she did exactly that, but once she was in...she saw that same man from before and took a better look at him.

While I'm here, I might as well get some information on them... she spoke in her mind, before setting the food on a table nearby. Looking over at the goth, she watched her go to her room and soon come out of it with her gothic features back on. The goth sat down at the table and stared at the tray, slowly, she unsealed the cover and gawked at the amazing food that littered the plate. It looked so professional as if she was a five-star chef at a fancy restaurant! Sparkles twinkled around the food and her slits wavered in awe. Soon, she began digging in like her life depended on it, clearly not showing any table manners...

Maiya was viewing the woman, she was eating like a barbarian... Food flew everywhere and a bone went past her head only to have the goth's arm stretch out to snatch it back. The short girl looked around, noticing Dao was napping on Kai's bed, and paid no mind to the two. She gulped, looked back over at her idol, and knew what she had to do. "I can make more food for you if you want! I can use my zanpakuto to chop up some lettuce if you have any!~ Or maybe one of your favorite meats, I can slice it up!" happily exclaimed the elven-eyed girl with a hint of nervousness. She didn't want to hurt her, unfortunately, she must in order to get what she was looking for...

Not one answer came from Kai, even after she was done, then she leaned against the back of her seat and picked at her teeth with a bone shard. Her feet were planted on top of the table, while her chair leaned back and one arm was crossed over her stomach. Donieri sweatdropped from seeing how ill-mannered she was, she didn't know if she should really idolize her or not... "Koumetsu?" questioned the girl and gained the punk's attention, until a very bored expression showed on the goth's face.

"Yeah, what is it...?" Kai rose a brow, watching as the short woman fidgeted in her spot and looked in any other direction but hers. "Thanks for the food kid, it was great! Haven't had that good of grub in a long time, haha!" she laughed slightly with shut eyes and looked away from the maroon-haired girl.

"Please don't ignore my question, this is important to me! I really wish to cook for you!" she shouted and bowed down to her waist, both of her hands were clasped together in front. Silence...silence issued until...Kai put a hand on top of her head and stood up.

"Tch, you've got some guts to try and feed me, kid! My stomach's like a black hole, when I eat!~" After that, Maiya saw Kai walk past her from the corners of her eyes only able to view her legs. Donieri rose up to her full height, turned around, and went to face the goth. She was about to say something when...she saw Koumetsu slip on her black haori and sunglasses; she looked badass in Maiya's eyes...having that haori on over her shihakusho and all. The only difference between the old haori and the new one...was that this one had a red dragon on the back, had short sleeves over the shoulder, it hugged her torso slightly and the bottom of it was as loose as waving cloth. Every time she'd walk, her haori would gracefully flail behind her.

Kai looked over her shoulder at the lady, grinned, and lowered her shades down past her slits. "Do whatever the hell you like.~ If ya wanna cook for me then do it, if ya don't then don't ask me. If your little crack can't handle feeding this black hole of mine, then don't whine at me sayin,' I didn't warn you.~" she stated and made Maiya widen her mauve eyes in surprise. "The last thing I need is for someone to complain that I was using them! Sorry, kid..." she added then frowned, going over to grab her dagger zanpakutos and stashed them into their respected slots. "Hey, old man, I'm off to go see my Captain! Don't go throwin' a party while I'm gone!" shouting out to tease the man, she walked towards the door and exited the building.

Maiya stood frozen at hearing the goth's speech, not once moving in her posture. Upon hearing a thump from the other room, out came Dao in a rush and barged out the door next. It was funny really, he had a straight stoic face and ran out of the house like Kai's life was in danger. "I...didn't get to...get any information..." she spoke under her breath, then sighed with her eyes shut. The girl was hoping she could pull off the accidentally cutting her trick when cutting up meat for her; sadly it failed. Well, plan B... she noted in her mind before leaving the apartment and went to go follow her.

Outside, Kai was on her way to Zaraki's dojo. She had her arms up behind her head, slits viewing the blue sky and Dao beside her. His slits were looking at her from his peripherals, not paying attention to the many stares he was getting...and hearts...from the bystanders. He contemplated on his hidden thoughts, thinking that now would be a good time to ask. "Kai... Tell me, did something happen last night that I should be aware of...?" he questioned and made the goth's eyes widen in shock. A huge blush painted her cheeks when she looked away and stuffed her hands in her pockets.

"Nah, it's nothin' serious old man... It's just...Ikkaku... He kissed me last night...stating that it was another present from him. He's got guts for kissin' me though, I would have kicked his ass if I wasn't confused! I don't know why I didn't move! So...I just gave in..." Koumetsu admitted and refused to look at her great-granddaddy/father. As fucking weird as it is, it didn't feel wrong to let him... she mentally spoke and those pink tints remained. That had made the said dragon stop in his tracks, his eyes widened and he stared at the space before him. The next thing that happened...he used sonido and left out of sight. Kai looked behind her and wanted to see why he wasn't keeping up until she noticed he was gone, nowhere in sight and the only thought that came to mind as to where he went...was Madarame.

"SHIT!" she too sonidoed, trying to find Ikkaku, and managed to literally, run into her brother; they both fell on their butts after she did so.

Morgus blinked after rubbing his forehead and winced slightly, then saw his sister rush back up to her feet. "Sister, what is it?" he questioned, he could tell that she was devastated...

"MY OLD MAN, THAT'S WHAT! HE'S GONNA KILL IKKAKU!" exclaimed the goth then sonidoed out of view and left her bro all alone in the pathway. He was shocked, knowing Dao was gonna go at Madarame's throat made him wonder what on earth set him off. Smirking, he shook his head and slowly wandered in the direction Kai ran in.

"What could Madarame possibly do, to anger the ancient dragon...?~" he sang playfully and giggled while passing up other soul reapers. One little thud against his back though, made him blink and look over his shoulder. Down below...was Maiya, her face was looking up at him and let me tell you...it was as red as a tomato...

I've seen him before, I just never got a good look at him... He's...he's...so handsome... her mauve eyes gawked at him in awe after she spoke in her mind. Though one thing made her avert her gaze from his and had the red in her face grow deeper in crimson, Setsuen smirked at her in that position.

"Ah, you must be Tatsibura's friend.~ Do tell me... How is that odd man and where can I find him?~" he questioned and watched her fidget in her spot, trying so hard to keep a serious face.

HIS VOICE IS HANDSOME TOO! she squealed in her head and tightly closed her eyes, she didn't want to look his way.

"Donieri, where is your friend?" This time Morgus asked in a deeper tone, with his smirk growing bigger and shadow veiling over his eyes. He hated Haro...he wanted to mutilate him until nothing was left. Her blush ceased after hearing him ask again, she felt a chill go down her spine and slowly looked back up at him. She was almost creeped out at seeing the murderous look in his gaze...

"Why do you wanna know...?" asked the girl in return, a strict and defensive look to her eyes could easily be seen. Her elf-like eyes squinted and shade masked them, she didn't want him to find Haro... She felt the murderous intent from the man and it made her guard raise.

"Ooooh...~ I just wanted to know, he seems to enjoy pestering my sister...and I will not allow that.~" he answered, then continued walking onward in search of his sister. Maiya stood wide-eyed at his words and remained in her spot; she can understand why he'd say that...I mean really... Haro would get annoying at times when flirting with every dark woman he sees. He's even seen the dark beauty in someone's personality when their appearance wasn't even dark.

I have to warn Haro... her worried, whispered monologue echoed before she flash stepped out of view.

Setsuen continued pacing, thinking of many ways to kill Haro and where. He was humming in delight with a genuine smile and shut eyes. It wasn't long until something snapped him out of his murderous intent, the very thought of how in the world...Haro was able to dodge his twin short sword zanpakuto. That man is a rookie from what I've heard, just recently joined... The same goes for Donieri, I sense something off about them.~ I should save my desire for wanting to kill Tatsibura until I figure anything out about them. They must have had previous training before joining the elite quart guard squads; not to mention, he was able to get out of Madarame's grip, when they first met.~ Perhaps investigating would be wise... he mentally noted, chuckled slightly, and vanished.

~~~Elsewhere~~~

"What do you mean, you cannot find anything on them...?" Yamamoto questioned and rose a brow, he was sitting at his desk while two other Captains stood before him.

"Forgive me Head Captain, but the records don't show any history on who the culprit was. Perhaps there are older witnesses who knew of this problem?" Ukitake asked only to earn a sigh from the very elder. Seeing him shut his eyes, the old man shook his head then peered back up to the Captain.

"No, not that I recall... Maybe-" Yamma was about to answer when he got cut off by Shunsui.

"Sorry for interrupting ya, but what about Kisuke Urahara? He may know something on this matter, he lived long enough to know about lord Daomig'rah." Kyouraku suggested; he didn't have his hat on, so it was just dangling against the back of his neck from the string and a frown was evident the whole time, surprisingly enough...he wasn't smiling.

Yamma contemplated for a minute, thinking of the possibility of Kisuke actually knowing anything related to Dao; nodding, he understood and stood to his feet. "Alright, go ask him. If he does not give you a proper reply, then I shall speak with him personally. For now...-" He stood from his seat and waltzed around his desk. "I shall go see how Koumetsu is doing. If she becomes a seated officer, she must know that she has to fight hollows in the world of the living... Fighting her own kind might not be comfortable for her..." explaining while making his way towards the exit.

"Koumetsu would probably thrash the hollow or scare it half to death..." Shunsui mumbled with amusement glinting in his eyes and made Joshiro chuckle to himself.

~~~Elsewhere~

Rushing the door open, in the dojo came the goth and she was fuming. She looked around frantically with her head and not once did she notice the lined up frightened men in front of her. Finally spotting Madarame, he was being confronted by her old man...and he didn't look happy...

"Listen, I love Coumetsu... I would never harm her. If there's anything I can do to earn your trust, lord Damoig'rah...then I'll do it," Ikkaku stated with a strict expression, he was dead serious...and that made the elder scowl.

"Does she even love you back...? She does not understand the love emotion... You have confused her...! If you do not tread carefully, your head shall be mine..." he dangerously answered, got up in his face, towering over him by nearly a couple of feet, and growled all the while.

Ikkaku sweatdropped and chuckled nervously, holding his sheathed zanpakuto over his shoulder. "Don't worry, I don't plan on doing anything further. I'm willing to wait for her, I'm not going to push myself on her; I'm not disrespectful and undignified..." Hearing those words from the first-seater, Dao grumbled and his slits squinted. Slowly, he rose to his full height and nodded, then made his way past the row of soul reapers.

Seeing his great-granddaughter, he halted in his step for like...a second or so then proceeded past her. The punk watched him leave, she questioned why in the world he was threatening Madarame but...pushed it aside regardless. "Huh-... Here I thought he was gonna skin his ass alive..." stated the goth under her breath as she watched the door slide shut behind her.

"Hey Kai, c'mon we don't have all day!" he rose his voice and had a smirk plastered, a faint flush dusted his cheeks when he caught himself staring at her for too long.

Her face lit up a bit and looked away, nodding soon after; she ran up to the line, got in, and waited. Not too long after did Kenny come in and shout at everyone to get ready, with Yamamoto following behind. He stood in front of the line, scanned his eyes over each squad member, and grinned.

"Alright, listen up! Today we're gonna test your strength, to see if you have what it takes to be a seated officer! If you lose, then your gettin' sent back to heavy training early in the morning! I don't want any wusses in my squad, or any weaklings! Now...let's get this over with..." he grumbled the last part. As time passed, he had gone through each soul reaper, making seated officers fight each other and none-ranking soul reapers fight seated officers. Kai was one of the none-ranking ones and was having fun kicking every man's crack in the dojo. They were all terrified of her, they couldn't understand how a woman could be so brute like a man and be stronger...

She fought one squad member after another, now...she's up against seated officers. Her current opponent stood about eight feet and was covered in muscle, he was ranked as the seventh seat. He looked down at her with a grin, watched her clean her ear out with her pinky, and not even pay attention to him. That made him grumble under his breath and his smile dropped, clenching his fists in the process. Anger was clear when he glared at her, still...not one glance from her.

"HEY! SAY SOMETHING AND STOP MESSIN' AROUND! Take this seriously or I'll just have to-" Before he got to finish, she...took out her daggers and sonidoed. He gasped at the sudden speed, then stumbled back when he saw her appear in front of his face. Her dagger was close to his throat, she clung to his robes and grinned tauntingly.

"Just have to what...? Kick my ass...? Well guess what, ya donkey...-" said the goth, closed in on him more, a shadow cast over her slits and exposed the glow in them; her grin never faltered, it only grew more... "Your hide was already done from the very moment you stepped into this dojo...~" Threat laced her voice when she finished and sonidoed once more, then appeared behind him. "CAUSE IT HAS ALREADY BEEN KICKED!" she shouted excitedly and kicked the man's butt...literally... He flew, crashed through the wall, and far outside into the distance. "HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAAAA! TODAY IS FUN, I'M LOVIN' HAVING TO KICK EVERYONE'S ASS!" she shouted, making her veins show and her reiatsu spiked high.

Everyone in the dojo except Kenny and Yama, all fell to their knees from how heavy her spiritual pressure was. She blinked after hearing so many groans, so looking around...many people were on the floor. The goth lowered her reiatsu and refrained from looking away, she wasn't smiling this time. Damn...you guys really are weak... Kai said in her head and slowly grew annoyed until Kenny came up behind her.

"Well, I guess that settles it... The only one standing now is me, so come and fight. Let's see how far you get with me, Kai.~" Madarame stated as he panted. He was a bit overwhelmed by the sudden pressure from the punk but regardless, he was willing to test her. He was about to issue the fight when he got stopped by their Captain.

"No, we're stoppin' for today! For now, she's rank two, we'll have another officer try-out ...whenever..." he spoke and walked towards the door until Kai got upset...

"THE HELL, DO YOU MEAN, WHENEVER?!" she raged, bared her teeth and her reiatsu rose. Zaraki paused in mid-step, looked over his shoulder, and glared at her.

"Whenever, is whenever I feel like it, today was an exception since this was your present!" At that moment, when he admitted to her that it was her present, he went through the doors and left Kai in the room with everyone else...including the head captain. She was shocked, she never thought Kenny would get her a present...even Madarame and Yumichika were stunned. The other soul reapers groaned from either pain or weakness in their bodies, from her reiatsu.

Neither of the two noticed Yama until he sighed and shook his head. Both Madarame and Kai looked over, blinking in confusion. "Sup.~" she simply greeted. In the awkward atmosphere, the goth, Ikkaku, and Yama were all a chibi; her pudgy arm rose up and her red, dots for eyes blinked at the old man.

~~~Elsewhere~~~

"HARO!" Maiya shouted as she ran to squad two's barracks, finding him training outside with the others. She came to a halt and stood on the sidelines, feeling the need to keep an eye on him... Tatsibura spotted her and looked back up at his Captain who was instructing the whole class.

He looked back over at her while performing a combo with everyone else and saw her mouthing the words, Watch out for Setsuen. He smirked at her, then nodded and looked back up at Soi-Feng, continuing on. "I'll have to keep my eye out for Setsuen, I doubt he'd get very far though..." she mumbled to herself and vanished, reappearing high on top of the roof and sat down. Today she had nothing to do, all her chores were done and no paperwork needed to be completed. For some odd reason, her Captain likes to pin all the papers on her so he could go drinking... She sighed at that thought, whilst sweatdropping in the process. Later, I'll have to go find Koumetsu and see if there's anything I can learn about her. Though with Setsuen after Haro, I don't know if I can do that just yet... the girl mentally spoke then whined and pushed her knees up against her chest. She laid her chin on her knee caps and wrapped her arms around them.

A/N: I hope you enjoyed this chapter!~ Don't forget to leave a comment, I'm always happy to hear from my readers! \o/